Good morning, Carmel.

At its Oct 14 meeting, the Carmel Clay Schools Board of Trustees approved a teachers contract that gives a 2% pay increase and changes the evaluation system to rate teachers as meeting expectations or not, and the board also approved bond financing to fund facility projects at four schools. The bond plan uses up to $66M at a 5% interest rate to support renovations at Smoky Row, Cherry Tree, Carmel Middle and Carmel High, with the board set to reconvene on Oct 27.

Carmel resident John Maley was named president of the Indiana State Bar Association on Oct.

10 in Indianapolis and will serve a one-year term. The 62-year-old lawyer—who has lived in Carmel since 2020 and works as a partner at Barnes & Thornburg LLP—said he plans to focus on membership, retention and recruitment during his term.

Dr. Magdelana Lewandowska of Innovative Hematology ran 10 miles today as part of her marathon training to raise awareness and funds for the National Bleeding Disorders Foundation (she aims to raise $3,500).

More than 4,000 Hoosiers live with bleeding disorders that need better care and faster diagnoses.

Tommy Emmanuel Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Gift-based entry — Experience the masterful guitar skills of Tommy Emmanuel live in concert.

Vienna Boys Choir Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — The Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the enchanting harmonies of one of the oldest and most famous choirs in the world.

Afterglow Dinner Series

9:30 PM - 1:00 AM — Feinstein's at Hotel Carmichael — Ticketed event — Savor gourmet dishes and live entertainment at this upscale dinner experience.

Carmel Art Event – Haunted House

6-9 p.m. — Social Cantina Carmel — Cost of food and drinks — Paint a hauntingly beautiful Halloween scene while enjoying tasty tacos and cocktails.

Nekrogoblikon Live in Concert

3-5 p.m. — The Vogue Theatre — Ticket info available — Experience the chaotic fusion of humor and heavy metal with Nekrogoblikon's energetic performance.

Hendricks Symphony - Gold Medal Winners

7:30-9 p.m. — Hendricks Live! — Check for ticket info — Experience the U.S. premiere of a celebrated choral piece alongside a stunning piano concerto by our gold medal winning artist.

Ghosts and Goblins 1M/5K Walk/Run

9 AM – 12 PM — Carmel High School, 520 E Main St, Carmel, IN — Entry fee TBA — Celebrate Halloween spirit with a community fun run for all ages.

Make It Take It: Slab Mug Workshop

4-6 p.m. — Fishers Art Center — Craft experience — Create your own ceramic mug while enjoying a fun and hands-on pottery class.

Indiana Pacers vs. Atlanta Hawks - NBA Cup Group Play

7-8:30 p.m. — Gainbridge Fieldhouse — Ticket prices vary — Witness the Pacers face off against the Hawks in pivotal NBA Cup Group Play action on Halloween night.

Heather Land Live Performance

8-11 p.m. — The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian Heather Land, known for her viral videos and uplifting humor.