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Happy Friday, and congratulations on surviving another week! If you've managed to keep your plants alive and your coffee intake reasonable, you're already winning!

This weekend, let's all take a moment to appreciate the little things: the smell of fresh-cut grass, the perfect summer sunset, and the joy of not setting an alarm for Saturday morning. Dive into this week's newsletter for the latest happenings and maybe a laugh or two.

So, grab your favorite beverage, find a comfy spot, and let’s get this weekend started right!

In today’s South Side Scoop:

• Another busy weekend!

• New businesses in town

• Hops and Vines is here!

Let’s get to it!

A MESSAGE FROM….US!

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THE DIGEST

Franklin Library Hosting Free Pop-Up Shop For Teens Needing Homecoming Attire

The Johnson County Public Library's sixth Project Prom Homecoming Pop-Up Shop is offering free formal attire for teens on August 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. behind the Franklin Branch. Teens can choose from various donated dresses, suits, shoes, and accessories, with no residency requirement. Donations of new or gently used items are welcome at any JCPL branch.

More information can be found here.

Franklin/Johnson County’s BizBash Coming in September

The BizBash and Community Expo date will be here soon. The event will be on September 12th.

It will feature B2B and B2C businesses in the Franklin/Johnson County area.

The event will run from 10am-3pm, is open to the public, and is free.

Go here for more info.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Junction 111 Grand Opening on Saturday

Join in for the GRAND OPENING on August 10th at 4pm! 🥳🥳 Come experience Boho & chic, girly & cozy, with a touch of western flare at Junction 111 Boutique! Local vendor businesses, unique items not found on Amazon, and a men's line coming soon!

Don't miss out on the fun, comfortable shopping experience and chance to support local! 🌟 There will be hair tinsel, permanent jewelry, snacks, a $250 giveaway for anyone who makes a purchase, 50% off racks, and LOTS more! 🎁 Bring your daughters and come ready to have a great time!

Address: 23 North Baldwin St, Bargersville

Haverty’s Furniture Coming to Greenwood

Look no further than the old Bed, Bath, & Beyond on US 31 for a new furniture store in town.

Haverty’s, a furniture brand established in 1885 is moving in.

Haverty’s ‘creates quality furniture specifically for you and your vision of home. Offering a vast array of styles, at an excellent value so you can create your perfect space.’

There is no timeline set for an opening date.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Friday

Footloose at the Historic Artcraft Theatre

• Date: Friday, August 9th & Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 2pm & 730pm

• Place: Historict Artcraft Theatre

The bar will be open for evening showtimes. Tickets can be purchased here.

Mallow Run’s Sunset in the Vineyard

In collaboration with UpCellar, The Sycamore at Mallow Run is hosting a sunset dinner in the vineyard. Hors D’oeuvres will begin being served at 6pm and the dinner/dessert will wrap up at 9pm. The gallery bar will remain open until 10pm.

Tickets are $100 per person and can be purchased here.

Adults Night at Freedom Springs

Join in for Adult Nights at Freedom Springs! Tap into your inner child and relax as the sun goes down! Come take in the evening enjoying your favorite Oaken Barrel and Mallow Run beverages while listening to a DJ’d pool party. Take a stroll around the Lazy River, race down the water slides, and relax in a lounge chair.

• Date: Friday, August 9th

• Time: 815-1045pm

• Place: Freedom Springs

Vino Villa Wine Tasting

Vino Villa is hosting a free wine tasting this evening of Summer Night, Summer Water. The tasting will run from 6-8pm.

Franklin Car Cruise-In

Franklin Parks & Recreation is hosting their last car cruise-in of the summer tonight. Gates will open at 330 at the Historic ArtCraft Theatre. The Franklin Cruisers are shooting for over 100 cars in attendance.

Sublimation 101 at Bella Rose Design

Learn how to make your very own tumbler and 2 car coasters. Pick your own fall prints! Everything from hocus pocus to horror to harvest even with Christian sayings! Something literally for everyone!

• Date: Friday, August 9th

• Time: 630pm

• Place: Bella Rose Design in Greenwood

RSVP here.

Dinner & Dancing at Garment Factory Events

Grab your favorite dancing partner(s) and join in for a night of Dinner and Dancing featuring Cool City Band. Doors will open at 5:00pm with dinner service at 6:00pm. Dancing will follow with Cool City Band playing from 7:00pm – 10:00pm. Tickets include a served dual entrée meal (see menu below) with a dessert bar. Full bar will be available for purchase.

• Date: Friday, August 9th

• Time: 5-10pm

• Place: Garment Factory Events in Franklin

Saturday

Greenwood Farmer’s Market

• Date: Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 8am-12pm

• Place: 525 N Madison Ave. Greenwood, IN 46142

Franklin Farmer’s Market

• Date: Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 8am-12pm

• Place: 237 W. Monroe St. Franklin, IN 46131

Hops and Vines Festival

Discover Downtown Franklins Beer & Wine Festival is back on Saturday. For more details on the event, go here.

• Date: Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 4pm-10pm

• Place: DriveHubler.com Franklin Amphitheater

Summer Handmade Market

Get ready to celebrate the beginning of Fall with a unique lineup of 40 handmade vendors and food trucks!

Free Park & Ride Shuttle available from Main St. & Madison Ave. lot

An ATM will be available on the premises.

• Date: Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 9am-4pm

• Place: Take Root Country Store

Antique & Vintage Market

Bringing together a great group of vendors from states like: KY, IN, OH, IL, MI for a fun shopping & picking experience.

• Date: Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 9am-3pm

• Place: Johnson County Fairgrounds

Car Show & Fish Fry

Come out and enjoy the fun, as well as enjoying some good fish to help support a worthy cause.

• Date: Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 10am-3pm

• Place: First Christian Church of Bargersville

Toodleydoo 10th Birthday Carnival

The carnival will include 10 kid-friendly games/activities, plus a few bonus surprises!! Awarding tickets that can be redeemed for THOUSANDS of dollars in prizes! PLUS, amazing door prizes and 3 GRAND PRIZE GIVEAWAYS exclusively for Party Ticket Holders!

• Date: Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 11am-2pm

• Place: Toodleydoo toys

Tickets here.

Moms Day Out Traveling Tea Room

It’s a Back To School Moms Day Out Event! Farm Girl Mercantile is partnering with The Traveling Tea Room of Rustic Root from Beech Grove. She will be set up outside the Mercantile serving tea and sandwiches. She’s created such a fun concept for high tea on the go!

Join in at The Coop out back for our published author’s cookbook signing, Sara Haas. Nourishing weeknight dinner ideas for busy families!

• Date: Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 11am-2pm

• Place: 436 East Jefferson St, Franklin, IN

Cheesesteaks on the Southside by Hoagies and Hops

• Date: Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 5-8pm

• Place: Chilly Water Center Grove Taproom

Brickin’ for the Pantry Lego Show

Come enjoy a LEGO show! Lots to see and do! See really cool custom LEGO creations, build your creations, and talk to the other builders. Cost is a canned food item or a monetary donation to the food pantry

• Date: Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 10am-6pm

• Place: Franklin Community Middle School

Flashbacks Music Bingo

• Date: Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Flashbacks Family Bar & Grill

That Place Music Bingo

• Date: Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: That Place Bar & Grill

Whiskey Business TUNEBOT Music TV Bingo

• Date: Saturday, August 10th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Whiskey Business Southport

WEATHER

Friday

85 🌡️ 57 | ☀️ | 24% | 🌬️ NW 14 MPH

Saturday

80 🌡️ 55 | ⛅️ | 6% | 🌬️ W 10 MPH

Sunday

78 🌡️ 56 | ⛅️ | 6% | 🌬️ W 10MPH

🎶 LIVE MUSIC

Friday

• Ale Emporium | Hoosier Daddy | 830pm

• Greenwood Summer Concert Series | Toy Factory | 7pm

• SmockTown Brewery | Country Friday | 8pm

• On Stage LIVE Entertainment | Benny & the Jets |

• Whiskey Business | Phil Pierle Trio + 1 | 9pm

• That Place | Spanky’s Clubhouse | 7pm

• Back 9 Golf | My Yellow Rickshaw | 730pm

• Mikie’s Pub | Skyler Karaoke | 930pm

• The Rathskeller | The Flying Toasters | 8pm

• Tin Roof | Nick Vallese | 1030pm

Saturday

• Ale Emporium | Midwest Originals | 830pm

• Mallow Run Patio | The Sax Guy | 12pm

• Mallow Run Lawn | The Flying Toasters | 6pm

• Greenwood Summer Concert Series | That 90’s Band | 7pm

• SmockTown Brewery | Live Music on the Patio | 8pm

• Vino Villa | Brandon Boerner | 6pm

• Whiskey Business | Tight Rope Band | 10pm

• That Place | Famous Monsters | 9pm

• Buck Creek Winery | Island Breeze | 5pm

• The Rathskeller | Phil Pierle & The Enablers | 8pm

• Tin Roof | Nick Vallese | 1030pm

Sunday

• Mallow Run Patio | Checkers and Plaid | 12pm

• Ale Emporium | Alex Mellinger | 6pm

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