Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 4th of September.
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🎭 Culture
Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre announced its 53rd season for 2026, featuring shows such as The Mousetrap, Pretty Woman, Singin’ in The Rain, Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella, The Play That Goes Wrong, Ring of Fire, CATS and Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn scheduled from Jan.
6 to Dec. 31. All evening performances will begin at 7:30 p.m. — Sundays start at 7 p.m. — at its Michigan Road venue.
🏈 Sports
Today the NFL season begins and Colts fans remain pessimistic as only 6.8% show optimism ahead of the opener, according to The Athletic poll.
The team posted a 1—2 preseason record and chose Daniel Jones as the starting quarterback with the season opener set for Sept. 7 against the Miami Dolphins.
John Force is recovering from a serious crash 14 months ago and returned to racing last October as a non-racing team owner.
He follows doctors' orders—walking is tough at the starting line—and meets fans at NHRA events to show he is getting better.
🎉 Carmel Events
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Polo At Sunset
5-9 p.m. — Hickory Hall Polo Club — General Admission $40 — Experience a delightful evening of polo matches with family-friendly activities and local treats.
Blues In The 'Burg with John Nemeth
2-8 p.m. — Arbuckle Acres Park — Family-friendly fun — Enjoy award-winning blues music along with food trucks and activities for all ages.
Concerts in the Centerpiece
Various times — Coxhall Gardens — Free entry — Enjoy an eclectic offering of musical entertainment from the terraced seating of The Centerpiece this autumn.
Indiana Fever vs. Minnesota Lynx
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Single Game Tickets available — Feel the excitement of Indiana Fever basketball in a thrilling match-up against the Lynx.
Candlelight Concert - A Tribute to Taylor Swift
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Scottish Rite Cathedral — Tickets selling fast — Experience Taylor Swift's classics transformed into a captivating candlelight concert by the Listeso String Quartet.
Indiana Section ACOG Clinical Meeting
7 AM – 4 PM — 502 East Event Centre — Networking opportunity — Connect with leading OB/GYN professionals and expand your reach within the medical community.
Aura Ray Performance
6:30 PM – 12:30 AM — Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with local singer/songwriter Aura Ray in a vibrant setting.
Doll Circle Luncheon and Doll Show
9 a.m.-6 p.m. — Ritz Charles — Paid entry — Immerse yourself in the whimsical world of doll artistry with captivating presentations and exclusive doll creations.
The Opening Act 5K Run/Walk
2:30-3:30 p.m. — 365 Monon Blvd — Check event page for registration details — Get your run and groove on at this lively 5K kick-off for Carmel PorchFest.
An Evening with Michael Feinstein
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Tickets available — Experience the music of the Great American Songbook with a celebrated artist and educator.
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