🍦 Sweaters, Shorts, and Pumpkin Spice—Your Fall Weekend Starts Here!

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Happy Friday, folks! It's September 27th, and we’ve officially entered that magical time of year where mornings feel like autumn, afternoons feel like summer, and your wardrobe has no idea what’s going on. Sweater in the morning? Sure. Shorts by noon? Absolutely. Regretting that decision by 5 p.m.? Every. Single. Day.

But hey, that's just the rollercoaster of fall in our neck of the woods! So, grab your pumpkin spice everything and buckle up—there's a weekend ahead with your name on it (and maybe a light jacket). Let’s dive into what’s happening around town!

In today’s South Side Scoop:

• 🥫 Pack the Local Pantries: Kroger and Gleaners team up to fight hunger with a community food drive on Saturday, September 28th.

• 🎃 Franklin Fall Festival: Enjoy live music, a parade, hayrides, and fireworks this Friday and Saturday at Youngs Creek Park.

• ✏️ Custer Baker Intermediate School: Recognized as an AMLE School of Distinction for 2024, celebrating educational excellence.

Let’s get to it!

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THE DIGEST

Pack the Local Pantries: Kroger and Gleaners Team Up to Fight Hunger

This weekend, Kroger, Gleaners Food Bank, and volunteers from local pantries will unite to "Pack the Local Pantries" in over a dozen Hoosier communities, including Greenwood and Franklin. The initiative supports Kroger’s Zero Hunger | Zero Waste plan, with customer contributions directly benefiting local families facing food insecurity. Volunteers will collect donations at select Kroger stores on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., helping neighbors in need as part of Hunger Action Month.

Custer Baker Intermediate Named AMLE School of Distinction for 2024

Custer Baker Intermediate School (CBIS) has been named one of seventeen AMLE Schools of Distinction for 2024, recognizing its exemplary middle-grade education practices. The school underwent a rigorous review process, including stakeholder interviews and a focus on continuous improvement aligned with AMLE's best practices. CBIS will present its success at the AMLE Annual Conference in November, celebrating its efforts to create a safe, growth-centered learning environment for students.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

The Hope Center Receives Donation From Car Show

The car show at the Harvest Moon Festival raised $300 for The Hope Center, a local organization in Bargersville dedicated to helping adults with developmental disabilities learn job skills. A huge thank you to all the car show participants and attendees for making this possible through your generosity and support. Your contributions will make a real difference in our community!

Franklin College Receives $4.5 Million Estate Gift

Franklin College Trustee Rob Brown and his wife Ruth have pledged a $4 million estate gift to the college, along with a $500,000 donation for the renovation of the Elwood Fitness Center. The Browns have been long-time supporters of Franklin College, previously funding the renovation of the Center for Tech Innovation. Their estate gift is undesignated, giving the college flexibility in addressing future needs, while the fitness center renovation will modernize the interior while preserving its historic exterior, enhancing facilities for students and athletic teams.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Friday

Franklin Fall Festival

This year’s festival is packed with fun activities for all ages. Highlights include live music, food vendors, a beer and wine garden, the Fall Festival Parade, a Dachshund Derby, and fireworks. Don't miss the entertainment, hayrides, and special showings of "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2" at the Artcraft Theatre!

• Dates: Friday, September 27th and Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 5:30pm-10pm; 9am-10pm

• Place: DriveHubler.com Amphitheater at Young’s Creek Park

Saints Francis & Clare Fall Festival

The 16th Annual Saints Francis & Clare of Assisi Parish Fall Festival continues to run Friday, September 27th and Saturday, September 28th, 2024. Friday continues with rides, a silent auction, fish fry, and live music from 5-10PM. Saturday's events include a corn hole tournament, live entertainment, and raffles, running from 12-10PM.

• Dates: Friday, September 27th and Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 5pm-10pm; 12pm-10pm

• Place: Saints Francis & Clare of Assisi Catholic Church

Here We Grow Again - Indy South

The Here We Grow Again Event continues on! Shop thousands of items from local families—all in one place! Admission and parking are free and Saturday will be the day to catch those final deals with many items 50% off. Don't miss this awesome event!

• Dates: Friday, September 27th and Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 9am-8pm; 10am-4pm

• Place: Johnson County Fairgrounds

Restore Old Town Greenwood Final Friday

Old Town Greenwood is hosting its monthly Final Friday Festivities keeping stores doors open, and offering dining deals, local artisans, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities. Held on the final Friday of each month, the event showcases discounted specials from restaurants, bars, boutiques, and businesses in the Old Town commercial district.

• Dates: Friday, September 27th

• Time: 5pm-9pm

• Place: Main & Madison in Old Town Greenwood

Fall Decor Class with Mama Bear Blue

Join us for a fun fall-themed decor class at Farm Girl Mercantile on Friday, Sept. 27th at 11 a.m. Choose between fall or Halloween designs (or a mix of both) and create three projects—small signs or wooden pumpkins—using DIY paint and decoupage papers. The class costs $42 and is limited to 8 participants. To reserve your spot, message Aimee via the Mama Bear Blue Facebook page or email her at [email protected].

• Dates: Friday, September 27th

• Time: 11am-1pm

• Place: Farm Girl Mercantile

Till Death Painting Class

Join us for a spooky Halloween painting class! Pick your pottery piece and background color, and we’ll guide you step-by-step to create a crackly cobblestone design featuring your handprints. Tickets are just $5 plus the cost of pottery. After painting, your masterpiece will be fired in the kiln and ready for pick-up in one week.

• Dates: Friday, September 27th

• Time: 6pm-8pm

• Place: Kiln Creations

Secure your spot here.

Halloween Movie Painting Party

Join us for a spooktacular Halloween Movie Painting Party! Pick your favorite piece of pottery, and we’ll help you transfer an image from iconic movies like Ghostbusters, Hocus Pocus, or Beetlejuice. This event is open to all ages, not just kids! The $15 reservation includes admission, snacks, drinks, and a mystery gift. Pottery is sold separately. Don’t miss out on the fun!

• Dates: Friday, September 27th

• Time: 6pm-9pm

• Place: uPaint Pottery Studio

Register here.

Knead for Christ presents: Sourdough Seminar

Join for a sourdough making workshop where you'll explore the ancient art of fermentation and flavor! Alexis will guide you through creating and maintaining your own sourdough starter, helping you bake artisanal loaves full of character. At the end, you'll take home your own vibrant starter and a wealth of baking knowledge. Tickets include all materials and instructions, and you can bring your own snacks and drinks.

• Dates: Friday, September 27th

• Time: 6:30pm-8pm

• Place: Bella Rose Design

Get your ticket here.

Fright Manor Haunted House Opening Weekend

Get ready for chills and thrills at Fright Manor, one of the creepiest haunted house on Indy’s southside! Featuring zombies, chainsaw-wielding maniacs, and twisted clowns, this haunted attraction at Southport Little League will have you jumping out of your skin for just $25 per person.

• Dates: Friday, September 27th and Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 7:30pm-10:30pm; 7:30pm-11:30pm

• Place: Southport Little League

Buy your ticket here.

Hannah Haunted Acres

Hanna Haunted Acres offers six spine-chilling attractions, including Indiana’s original haunted hayride, where you’ll encounter fire, explosions, and the dark woods. Other highlights include a vampire-infested manor, a twisted farm where you become the harvest, and a terrifying circus tent filled with freaks and clowns. New for 2024, you can experience the horrors of Ma & Pa Stalker’s farm and Munch and Rowdy’s disturbing organ-harvesting operation!

• Dates: Friday, September 27th and Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 7:30pm-11pm

• Place: Hannah Haunted Acres

Buy your ticket here.

Haunting at Hannah House

Looking for a spine-chilling adventure? Head to The Haunting at the Hannah House on 3801 Madison Ave., Indianapolis, where real-life hauntings and paranormal activity have been reported for years. With eerie sights and sounds, this historic home will test even the bravest visitors as shadows dance and the veil between worlds thins. Purchase your ticket online or at the door—just be ready to face your fears because once inside, there’s no turning back!

• Dates: Friday, September 27th

• Time: 7pm-11pm

• Place: New Historic Hannah House

Buy your ticket here.

Kelsay Farms Fall Events Opening Weekend

Kelsay Farms is opening for its 18th season from September 27 to October 27! Join the fun Fridays 6-9 pm, Saturdays 12-9 pm, and Sundays 12-6 pm with pumpkins, a corn maze, hayrides, and more fall fun!

• Dates: Friday, September 27th

• Time: 6pm-9pm

• Place: Kelsay Farms

On-Stage LIVE Entertainment - "One Enchanted Evening"

Husband-and-wife duo Kory Bickel and Alison Bates brought Broadway magic to life in On-Stage LIVE! Entertainment’s 2023 Best of Broadway with their stirring duets from Phantom of the Opera. Their performance captures the full emotional spectrum of love, blending their 17-year marriage into timeless love songs from Broadway, radio, and film.

• Dates: Friday, September 27th, Saturday, September 28th, and Sunday, September 29th

• Time: 7:30pm; 2 pm

• Place: On-Stage LIVE Entertainment

Purchase tickets here.

Movies in the Park

Enjoy a free family movie in the park featuring Kung Fu Panda 4! Grab your chairs, blankets, and snacks, and settle in for a fun evening under the stars!

• Dates: Friday, September 27th

• Time: sundown

• Place: Greenwood Amphitheater

The Original Swayzee Hand Breaded Tenderloin Pop-Up

Get ready to stock up on the best tenderloins without driving to Swayzee! A delivery van will be parked at Meineke, offering frozen 10-count packages of original and spicy tenderloins for $23 each. Quantities are limited, and both cash and card payments will be accepted. Don’t miss out!

• Date: Friday, September 27th

• Time: 5pm-630pm

• Place: 990 N Morton St, Franklin, IN 46131

Mikie’s Pub DJ Bingo

• Date: Friday, September 27th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Mikie’s Pub

That Place DJ Bingo

• Date: Friday, September 27th

• Time: 8pm

• Place: That Place

Center Grove Football Home Game

• Date: Friday, September 27th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Center Grove High School

Southport Football Home Game

• Date: Friday, September 27th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Southport High School

Perry Home Game

• Date: Friday, September 27th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Perry Meridian High School

Saturday

Greenwood Farmer’s Market

• Date: Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 8am-12pm

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

Mallow Run’s Wine at the Line

Join Mallow Run Winery on Saturday, September 28th, for the 14th Annual Wine at the Line 5k Run/Walk! Enjoy a scenic race through Bargersville’s countryside, with proceeds benefiting local charities. After the race, relax at the post-race party with wine, food, and live music from Mixtape!

• Dates: Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 12pm

• Place: Mallow Run Winery

Register here.

Heritage Day

Experience the historical celebrations of Johnson County with re-enactors, traditional crafts, and hands-on activities. Free and open to the public!

• Dates: Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 11am-5pm

• Place: Johnson County Museum of History

Jenkins Farm Market & Pumpkin Patch Opening

Enjoy a fun-filled corn maze scavenger hunt, explore the pumpkin patch, and shop at the fall market featuring handmade goods, fresh produce, mums, and more! The corn maze and pumpkin patch are open Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Dates: Saturday, September 28th and Sunday, September 29th

• Time: 9am-7pm; 10am-6pm

• Place: Jenkins Farm Market

Autumn in Plein Air

Enjoy a day of outdoor painting (indoor space for the first 10 registrants), with monetary awards announced at the event. Registration deadline is September 27, and the rain date is October 5. Participants can sell their artwork with 15% of sales going to GGAC. Painting is from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., judging at 3 p.m., and awards at 4 p.m.

• Dates: Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 9am-4pm

• Place: Miss M’s Home & Garden

Register now.

Hat Painting

Join us for a fun hat-customizing event where you can create your own personalized game day hat to represent your favorite team! We'll provide stencils to help with designs, and you can add your own creative embellishments. Tickets include all materials and instructions, and you're welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks, including alcohol. Can't wait to see your designs!

• Dates: Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 11:30am-1:30pm

• Place: Bella Rose Design

RSVP here.

Permanent Jewelry by Love Links by Rae

Choose from dainty chains for bracelets, necklaces, or anklets, and Rae will custom fit and weld them on the spot in under 15 minutes—no clasps needed! These trendy, permanent pieces are perfect for custom-sized accessories that you never have to worry about losing or snagging. Ideal for friendship bracelets, mother-daughter bonding, or bachelorette parties.

• Dates: Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 2:30pm-5pm

• Place: Bella Rose Design

RSVP here.

Central Indy Jeep N’Vasion

Come check out the 3rd Annual Central Indy Jeep N'Vasion! Whether you’re an off-road enthusiast, a JEEP lover, or simply a fan of anything JEEP-related, there’s a place for you her. Event includes vendors, food, raffles, and more!

• Dates: Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 12pm-3pm

• Place: Johnson County Fairgrounds

Indianapolis RC South Remote-Control Flying Event

Join us for a fun day of high-flying excitement as we watch remote control aircraft soar through the sky! Whether you're an aviation enthusiast or just looking for some free family-friendly entertainment, this event is sure to impress. Bring your friends and enjoy an afternoon of impressive stunts and skillful flying. Don’t miss out on the action!

• Dates: Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 2pm-4pm

• Place: Hurricane Creek Airpark

Outlaws 1nsanity Car Show

• Dates: Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 6pm-9pm

• Place: Pizza Junkiez

Brandywine Creek Music Bingo

• Date: Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Brandywine Creek Vineyards & Winery

Flashbacks Music Bingo

• Date: Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Flashbacks Family Bar & Grill

That Place Music Bingo

• Date: Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: That Place Bar & Grill

Whiskey Business TUNEBOT Music TV Bingo

• Date: Saturday, September 28th

• Time: 7pm

• Place: Whiskey Business Southport

Sunday

Puppies and Pancakes

Join Lucci’s House Bully Rescue for a paws-itively fun morning full of puppy love, tasty food, and exciting raffle prizes! Savor a delicious meal while supporting a fantastic cause—all proceeds go directly to helping local puppies in need.

• Dates: Sunday, September 29th

• Time: 9am-12pm

• Place: Lockhart Cadillac of Greenwood

SH Stems September Floral Arrangement Workshop

Join SH Stems for a fun, hands-on floral workshop where you'll create a stunning arrangement using farm-fresh blooms! Learn the basics of flower arranging and tips for making your flowers last longer. All supplies are provided, and you can sip on a drink from Millie's Ice Cream Co. while you craft your bouquet. The workshop lasts about two hours, so come ready to create beautiful memories along with your floral masterpiece!

• Dates: Sunday, September 29th

• Time: 2pm-4pm

• Place: Millie's Ice Cream Co.

Register here.

Kid Entrepreneur Event

Join the Macaroni KID Johnson-South Indy event to support local kid-entrepreneurs selling their crafts including lemonade, jewelry, tumblers, pens, art, and more!

• Dates: Sunday, September 29th

• Time: 2pm-4:30pm

• Place: Clark Pleasant Branch - Johnson County Public Library - Indiana

WEATHER

Friday

72 🌡️ 63 | 🌧️ | 100% | 🌬️ NE 25-35 MPH

Saturday

73 🌡️ 62 | 🌧️ | 95% | 🌬️ E 10-15 MPH

Sunday

74 🌡️ 61 | 🌧️ | 48% | 🌬️ E 5-10 MPH

🎶 LIVE MUSIC

Friday

• Ale Emporium | Boogie Nights | 830pm

• SmockTown Brewery | Ben Tatum | 8

• That Place | Karma | 10pm

• Mikie’s Pub | Skyler Karaoke | 930pm

• The Thompson House | Spanky’s Clubhouse | 9pm

• The Rathskeller | Der Polkatz | 7pm

• Tin Roof | Matt Bennett | 1030pm

• Back 9 Golf & Entertainment | Country Summer | 7:30pm

• DriveHubler.com Amphitheater | Corey Cox & Hank Ruff | 6pm

Saturday

• SmockTown Brewery | Sad Dad Society | 8

• That Place | Colin Hawk | 10pm

• Mikie’s Pub | Crambone | 10pm

• Vino Villa | The Sax Guy | 6pm

• Back 9 Golf & Entertainment | 4Cast | 7:30pm

• Greenwood Moose Lodge | Jimmy C | 7pm

• The Rathskeller | Jukebox Luke | 8m

• Tin Roof | Matt Bennett | 1030pm

• Greenwood Amphitheater | Blue River Band | 6pm

• DriveHubler.com Amphitheater | Jai Baker Band | 6pm

Sunday

• Mallow Run Patio | Davis & Devitt | 12-6pm

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