🍦 Happy Friday, South Side! Weekend Vibes Await! 🎉

TOGETHER WITH

Happy Friday, south side! We made it through another week, and the weekend is so close we can almost taste the freedom. Whether you're planning to conquer the farmers' market or just catch up on some much-needed sleep, let's kick off the day with a smile.

In today’s South Side Scoop:

• What’s happenin’ this weekend

• How local schools are handling the cell phone ban

• Hops & Vines Fest is coming soon

Let’s get to it!

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THE DIGEST

Greenwood Community Schools Welcomes Students With Upgrades

It was back to school for many of the south side schools this week. One of those school districts was Greenwood - who welcomed students back with some upgrades.

These upgrades included security features, free lunch, a new aviation program through the Greenwood Airport.

For more information, watch the full news story here.

Indiana’s School Cell Phone Ban

Indiana had a new law that went into effect that banned ‘portable wireless devices ’ from classrooms, except for a teacher allowing them for educational purposes, managing a student’s health care needs, or in an emergency.

Alongside this ban, many of the local school districts have their own policies in place.

Center Grove’s cell phone policy says that students can use their devices before and after school, during lunch breaks and in between classes as long as it does not create a distraction to the learning environment.

Clark Pleasant has adapted the same language as the Indiana law.

Greenwood High School’s policy is that cellphones are not allowed to be on a student during class time and must be stored in a book bag or designated area in the classroom, but they are allowed to be used during passing periods, lunch and during “PowerHour” with a teacher’s permission.

Perry Township’s current electronic devices policy states that cellphones are allowed to be used in schools with school official authorization.

At Franklin, students may carry a cellphone, but student cell phones are expected to be off, out of sight and not in use.

Franklin’s Hops & Vines Festival is Next Weekend!

Franklin’s Hops and Vines Festival 2024 will be here before you know it! The family-friendly festival is next Saturday, August 10th, from 4-10pm.

The festival is held at the DriveHubler.com Amphitheater and will feature a beer and wine garden of Indiana craft breweries and wineries. Food trucks and live music will be on hand, as well.

For more information, go here.

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LOCAL BUSINESS

Seven Brew’s Official Ribbon Cutting

If you’ve been subscribed to our newsletter, you’ve seen us touch on Seven Brew’s new location on 135.

On Saturday, Aspire’s Economic Development + Chamber Alliance staff will join members of SevenBrew for the official ribbon cutting at 12pm.

Greenwood Sports Park Set to Open September 7th

Greenwood Parks & Rec posted a nice aerial flyover of the new Greenwood Sports Park located on Worthsville and 65.

Check out the aerial footage here.

WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Friday

Highlander Cow Painting Class

Join in for a fun painting class (party). You'll be creating a beautiful Highlander cow painting, it's moovelous!

Date: Friday, August 2nd

Time: 10am

Location: Farm Girl Mercantile

99.5 WZPL’s Summer Bra Drive

Join Nikki of 99.5 WZPL - who is collecting tampons, pads, used bras, unused undies, etc. to benefit ‘I Support the Girls!’ You’ll also have a chance to win some Twin Peaks gift cards when you come by!

Date: Friday, August 2nd

Time: 10am-12pm

Location: Twin Peaks Greenwood

Franklin’s Shop the Blocks - First Fridays Open Late

It's time for the August 2024 edition of "Shop the Blocks - First Fridays" in Downtown Franklin, Indiana! The historic downtown will transform into a hub of activity as 30+ participating locations (not typically open in the evening) extend their hours until at least 8 PM!

LIVE MUSIC LINEUP!

The city is super excited to announce FOUR incredible music acts that will be performing throughout the downtown area...

• T.j. Briggs

• Jason Dozier

• Breanna Faith

• Emma Richards

Harry Potter Trivia at Main & Madison Market Cafe

Calling all wizards, witches, and muggles ⚡️ Put your Harry Potter knowledge to the test with TRIVIA.✨ Festivities will be upstairs at 6pm at Main & Madison Market Cafe- no fee!

Buffy the Vampire Slayer at the Artcraft

Date: Friday, August 2nd

Time: 730pm

Location: The Historic Artcraft Theatre

Saturday

Greenwood Farmer’s Market

• Date: Saturday, August 3rd

• Time: 8am-12pm

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

Franklin Farmer’s Market & 5K

This weekend, don’t miss the 5k run & walk! Race day registration is $35. There is also a free ¼ mile Half Pint kids run at 745am.

• Date: Saturday, August 3rd

• Time: 8am-12pm

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

Cars & Coffee at Maple Grove

Start your Saturday morning off with coffee, conversations, and cars at Maple Grove Elementary.

• Date: Saturday, August 3rd

• Time: 8am-12pm

• Place: Maple Grove Elementary School

Touch-a-Truck at Mt. Auburn Church

Kids and adults alike can explore a fantastic array of vehicles, machines, and equipment in a safe, interactive environment. From fire trucks to bulldozers, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!

• Date: Saturday, August 3rd

• Time: 10am-2pm (10am-11am Quiet Hour)

• Place: Mt. Auburn Church

You can make a difference in our community by bringing canned food donations to local food pantries.

Franklin Train Show

Visit the Johnson County Fairgrounds in Franklin for the annual train show. The train show runs both Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 4pm. The cost is $7 per adult and kids 16 and under are free.

You can find more information here.

Community Block Party

Crosspointe Community Church is holding a block party, which includes axe throwing, booth games, bounce houses, and snacks.

• Date: Saturday, August 3rd

• Time: 5-9pm

• Place: Crosspointe Community Church

Speedrome’s Wild Night Back to School Bash

Join us this Saturday for Wild Night Back to School Bash presented by the Tom Wood Group.

🏁 Grocery Getter Enduro presented by One Way Auto Parts

🏁 School Bus Figure 8

🏁 Trailer Figure 8 presented by Millennium Trailers

🏁 Gut-n-Go Demolition Derby

Spectator Gates and Ticket Booths Open at 5:00 pm, events begin at 7:30 pm.

Tickets:

$30.00 for Ages 13 and Up

$10.00 for Ages 12 and Under

WEATHER

Friday

81 🌡️ 67 | ⛈️ | 67% | 🌬️ WNW 5-10 MPH

Saturday

89 🌡️ 66 | ⛅️ | 15% | 🌬️ NNW 5-10 MPH

Sunday

88 🌡️ 68 | ⛅️ | 7% | 🌬️ Light

🎶 LIVE MUSIC

Friday

• Ale Emporium | Wildheart | 830pm

• MashCraft (Family Friendly Outdoors) | Robert Rolfe Feddersen | 7pm

• Whit’s Inn | Homemade Jam | 8pm

• La Rosa Bargersville | Sisters BREW | 6pm

• Whiskey Business | The Toons | 10pm

• Fountain Square Brew Co | Kings Showcase | 7pm

• The Rathskeller | The Nauti Yachtys | 8pm

• Tin Roof | Madd Honey | 10pm

Saturday

• Mallow Run Patio | Tom Brown | 12pm

• Mallow Run Lawn | Nauti Yachtys

• Greenwood Summer Concert Series | The Big 80’s | 7pm

• SmockTown Brewery | Sad Dad Society | 8pm

• Vino Villa | Kevin Rafferty | 6pm

• Ale Emporium | Main Stream | 830pm

• Whiskey Business | That 90’s Band | 9pm

• Mikie’s Pub | Crambone | 10pm

• Back 9 Golf | Andrew Young | 7pm

• German Park Summerfest | Liederkranz Band | 5-10pm

• Greenwood Moose Lodge | Jason & Robin | 7pm

• The Rathskeller | The Black Moods | 9pm

• Tin Roof | Madd Honey | 9pm

Sunday

• Mallow Run Patio | Acoustic Catfish | 12pm

• Ale Emporium | Brad McCord | 6pm

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