🍦 Sweater Weather Standoff & Midweek Madness: Local Scoop Inside!

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Happy Wednesday, neighbors! It’s October 2nd, and if you’re anything like us, your summer wardrobe is still hanging in there, stubbornly refusing to surrender to sweater weather. The mornings are chilly, the afternoons are toasty, and honestly, we’re just layering on hope at this point.

In local news, pumpkin-flavored everything has officially infiltrated every corner of town, and the leaves are starting to fall—just like our motivation to tackle that to-do list. So, grab your coffee, embrace the chaos, and let’s breeze through this midweek madness together!

In today’s South Side Scoop:

• 🍁 Pumpkin Spice & Fall Vibes: Embrace the season with local events and flavors.

• 🏈 Colts Coach of the Week: Celebrate Eric Moore’s 300th career win!

• 🎃 Upcoming Events: Trunk-or-treats, trivia nights, and fun for all ages!

Let’s get to it!

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THE DIGEST

Bargersville Brush & Limb Collection

Bargersville is having a brush & limb collection on Thursday, October 3rd, to help clean up after the recent storm that knocked down so many branches. If you've got limbs cluttering up your yard, now’s the time to get them to the curb! A few things to keep in mind: limbs must be 8 inches in diameter or smaller, and they should not be in bags. Plus, no shrub trimmings, leaves, or root balls will be accepted.

Eric Moore Named Colts Coach of the Week

Center Grove head football coach Eric Moore earned his 300th career win on Saturday, as the Trojans defeated Lawrence Central 27-18 after postponements due to Hurricane Helene. Senior quarterback Gabe McWilliams led the charge with 348 passing yards and three touchdowns. The win also earned Moore the Colts’ Coach of the Week award, which comes with a $1,000 donation to Center Grove’s athletic fund.

Rosa Parks Elementary Walk-a-thon Raises Funds and Honors Classmate's Cancer Battle

Students at Rosa Parks Elementary hosted a Walk-a-thon on Monday, led by 4th graders, to raise $5,000 for childhood cancer research through Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation. The event also honored 5th grader Leanor Formo, who is in remission from Ewing's Sarcoma, a cancer she discovered after a fall at school. The students walked as part of the "Pugs on the Move" team, inspired by Leanor’s love for pugs, and aimed to walk 560 miles for the Million Mile Challenge during Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.

Local Business News

Sensory-Friendly Trunk-or-Treat at Garfield Park

The Junior League of Indianapolis and Ausome Indy are hosting a free, sensory-friendly trunk-or-treat event on Sunday, Oct. 27 from 2-4 p.m. at Garfield Park. Designed for children with sensory sensitivities, the event offers festive trunks, games, and candy in a supportive and inclusive environment. Families are encouraged to register online in advance.

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Wednesday

Tots on the Turf at Greenwood Fieldhouse!

Bring your little ones (5 and under) to Greenwood Fieldhouse every Wednesday from 9 AM to Noon for open play on the turf! Kids can explore a variety of sports and activities like basketball, soccer, t-ball, football, and golf. The cost is $5 per child, per session, making it a fun and affordable way to get active

Power of the Purse Bingo

Get your game face (and lucky charm!) ready for Purse Bingo! Doors open at 5:30 PM with Rafael Sanchez as your lively emcee. Tickets are $40 per person, or grab seven friends and reserve a table of 8 for $360. Along with the chance to win fabulous purses, there will be a cash bar, snacks, extra bingo cards for purchase, and a 50/50 raffle.

To reserve your spot, email [email protected] or call 317-736-5344. All proceeds benefit Girls Inc. of Johnson County, so come out for a fun night and a great cause!

• Date: Wednesday, October 2nd

• Time: 5:30pm

• Location: Greenwood Moose Lodge

Girls Night Out at Your Home Team

Girls Night Out is happening at Your Home Team's office in Greenwood from 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM! Enjoy an evening of fun with local vendors offering everything from custom apparel to floral clay art and permanent jewelry. Grab your friends and come join the fun!

• Date: Wednesday, October 2nd

• Time: 5:30pm-9pm

• Location: Your Home Team

Singo: Whiskey Business (Southport)

• Date: Wednesday, October 2nd

• Time: 7pm

Live Trivia: SmockTown Brewery

• Date: Wednesday, October 2nd

• Time: 730pm

Live Trivia: Flashback’s Bar & Grill

• Date: Wednesday, October 2nd

• Time: 7pm

Live Trivia: Mikie’s Pub

• Date: Wednesday, October 2nd

• Time: 7pm

Music Bingo: Freddie’s Pub

• Date: Wednesday, October 2nd

• Time: 7pm

Thursday

Urban Air Jumperoo

Join in for Jumperoo every Thursday from 10am-12pm! Perfect for bonding with your little ones (5 and under) – $10.99 per jumper, parents play free!

1000 Books Before Kindergarten Celebration with Fable

Join a fun-filled evening celebrating the little readers who’ve completed or are working on the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten program! Whether you've already "graduated," are currently reading, or want to sign up, you're invited to join their friendly literacy mascot, Fable the Fox, for a night of stories, games, and tasty treats. The event runs from 6:00-7:00 p.m., with a special story time featuring Fable at 6:15. Let’s come together and celebrate the magic of reading with your little ones!

• Date: Thursday, October 3rd

• Time: 6pm-7pm

• Location: Greenwood Public Library

Bourbon & Bags Bingo Night

KIC-IT is hosting Bourbon and Bags, sponsored by Tried & True Alehouse, at the Barn at Bayhorse Inn. From 5-10 PM, guests can enjoy food trucks, raffles, and bingo! Tables of 8 are available for $280. Bring cash for raffles, the 50/50 draw, and enjoy food from Box Burger and Lonely Monkey!

• Date: Thursday, October 3rd

• Time: 5pm-10pm

• Location: Barn at Bayhorse Inn

RSVP here.

Silent Sky Presented by Franklin College

Franklin College Theatre is presenting Silent Sky by Lauren Gunderson. The play tells the inspiring true story of astronomer Henrietta Leavitt, who, despite being restricted from using a telescope or sharing her ideas in the early 1900s, helped transform our understanding of the stars. Tickets are $12 for general admission, and $8 for students and seniors. To reserve tickets, email [email protected] or call (317) 738-8029 or (800) 852-0232, ext. 8029.

• Date: Thursday, October 3rd - Sunday, October 6th

• Time: 8pm-10pm

• Location: Johnson Center for Fine Arts - Franklin College

Swiftie Skate Party

Join a Swiftie-inspired skate night at Fun Factory, where you can glide to Taylor Swift hits, trade friendship bracelets, and enter a raffle for 2 tickets to the Eras Tour at Lucas Oil Stadium! With trivia, a Taylor-themed photo booth, and a "Dress Like Taylor" contest, it's the perfect night for fans to come together. Limited tickets are available, so grab yours in advance for a night of skating, pizza, and Swiftie fun!

• Date: Thursday, October 3rd

• Time: 6pm-9pm

• Location: Fun Factory (formerly Wheels of Wonder)

Get your ticket here.

Intermediate Watercolor: Walking Through Nature

Looking to level up your watercolor skills? Generation Art & Frame has just the thing with their new class, Walking Through Nature! This four-week intermediate watercolor course is taught by local artist Emily Winkel and will help you capture the beauty of nature through your brush. The class is $160 per person, and you'll need to bring your own supplies. It's a great way to expand your techniques while enjoying a peaceful, creative activity.

To sign up, call 317-736-9090 or email [email protected]. Get ready to get inspired and make some watercolor magic!

• Date: Thursday, October 3rd

• Time: 4pm-6pm

• Location: Generation Art and Frame

Live Trivia: Whiskey Business (Southport)

• Date: Thursday, October 3rd

• Time: 7pm

Live Trivia: BoJak’s Bar & Grille

• Date: Thursday, October 3rd

• Time: 7pm

Live Trivia: Planetary Brewing

• Date: Thursday, October 3rd

• Time: 7pm

Music Bingo: SmockTown Brewery

• Date: Thursday, October 3rd

• Time: 7pm

WEATHER

Wednesday

72 🌡️ 45 | ☀️ | 5% | 🌬️ NNE 5-10 MPH

Thursday

78 🌡️ 50 | ☀️ | 14% | 🌬️ SSE 5-10 MPH

🎶 LIVE MUSIC

Wednesday

• Slippery Noodle | Slippery Noodle Blues Jam | 730pm

• Tin Roof | Ethan & Joey | 9pm

Thursday

• Tried & True | John Ryan | 8pm

• Antilogy | Benito Dibartoli | 5pm

• Murphy’s Pubhouse South | Jason Squier | 730pm

• Parkside Public House | Danny Rudzinski | 6pm

• Fountain Square Plaza | Local Musicians | 630pm

• Tin Roof | Pom Teddy | 10pm

Sports 🏈 

Friday Night Lights

Friday Night Lights continue! Check out where your team’s playing Friday.

Center Grove (5-1) - Away against Cathedral at 7pm

Franklin (2-4) - Home against Plainfield at 7pm

Whiteland (3-2) - Home against Mooresville at 7pm

Greenwood (2-4) - Away against Decatur Central at 7pm

Southport (0-6) - Away against Terre Haute North Vigo at 7pm

Perry (3-3) - Away against Martinsville at 7pm

Franklin Central (3-2) - Home against Fishers at 7pm

Roncalli (3-2) - Home against La Salle at 7pm

Greenwood Christian (4-2) - Home against Clarksville at 7pm

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