🍦 Mid-September Magic: Pumpkins, Local Events & The Scoop You Need! 🎃☀️

TOGETHER WITH

Good morning, neighbors! It’s September 18th, and if you’re anything like me, you’re still trying to figure out how we blinked and ended up in the middle of September. Wasn’t it just June yesterday? But hey, at least pumpkin spice season is officially upon us, so there’s that. Whether you're dusting off your favorite flannel or holding onto your flip-flops for dear life, we've got another hot day in our lovely town ahead of us. So grab that coffee—pumpkin-spiced or otherwise—and let’s get this Wednesday rolling! 🍂☕

In today’s South Side Scoop:

• 👨‍🏫 New Statewide Apprentice Program - check out the exciting details!

• 💝 WTHR’s "Send the Love" Campaign - nominate a local nonprofit!

• 🏈 This weekend’s football lineup - see who your team’s playing Friday night!

Let’s get to it!

A MESSAGE FROM OWALA

• Patented FreeSip spout designed for either sipping upright through the built-in straw or tilting back to swig from the spout opening

• Protective push-to-open lid keeps spout clean; convenient carry loop doubles as a lock

• Double-wall insulation keeps drinks cold for up to 24 hours; wide opening for cleaning and adding ice; cup holder-friendly base

Get yours here!

THE DIGEST

Indiana’s iLab Coalition Unveils Statewide Apprenticeship Plan

Indiana’s iLab coalition has unveiled a statewide apprenticeship plan designed to offer high school students more work-based learning opportunities starting in the 2025-2026 school year. This initiative addresses workforce shortages by combining classroom instruction with paid, hands-on experience, potentially benefiting up to 50,000 students by 2034. The program, modeled after Switzerland’s apprenticeship system, targets industries with high demand, such as healthcare, manufacturing, and IT. The plan seeks to create a talent pipeline while offering an alternative to the traditional high school-to-college path.

Perry Township Included in Security Funding

The Indiana Secured School Safety Board approved $24 million in funding for nearly 500 schools across the state to enhance security. The grants will support 506 projects, with $16 million going toward school resource officers, $5 million for security equipment, and $3.8 million allocated to schools in Marion County. Schools in Perry Township will use the funds to improve safety measures such as hiring resource officers and upgrading communication systems.

WTHR’s "Send the Love" Campaign

WTHR’s "Send the Love" campaign encourages Hoosiers to support central Indiana nonprofits by donating just $5. Every Monday, a featured nonprofit is highlighted, aiming to show how small contributions can make a big impact. You can nominate a local nonprofit for consideration by emailing [email protected]. This week, the spotlight is on Every Dog Counts Rescue, which helps save dogs from high-kill shelters and provides medical care for those in need.

LOCAL BUSINESS

Your Guide to Living In…

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Here are links to comprehensive guides to living in Bargersville, Franklin, and Greenwood, Indiana. The guides highlight the convenient location, thriving economy, excellent schools, and recreational opportunities. They also cover housing options, dining, events, entertainment, parks, and nearby attractions, making them useful for families, commuters, and business owners!

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WHAT’S HAPPENIN’

Wednesday

Bargersville Farmer’s Market

Discover the finest local produce, handmade crafts, and delectable treats from dedicated vendors.

• Date: Wednesday, September 18th

• Time: 5pm-7pm

• Location: 24 N Main St. Bargersville, IN

Franklin Education Connection Bunco Night

Bunco Night, benefitting Franklin Education Connection is back. If you don’t know bunco, don’t worry because the rules will be explained. Check-in opens at 5:30 p.m. and play begins at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $25 and includes a raffle ticket.

• Date: Wednesday, September 18th

• Time: 630pm

• Location: Franklin Elks Lodge

All Aboard Community Volunteer and Board Fair

Learn about the many volunteer opportunities in Johnson County at this event, then follow facebook.com/VolunteerJohnsonCounty/ throughout the year. This event will be in the Whiteland Community High School auxiliary gym. The fair is free to both agencies and the public, but agencies must register by Sept. 1 by contacting [email protected].

• Date: Wednesday, September 18th

• Time: 430-630pm

• Location: Whiteland Community High School

Small Business Meet-and-Greet

Support local at Antilogy for a Meet-and-Greet with eight amazing small business owners! In partnership with Round Our Town, enjoy happy hour specials, mingle with entrepreneurs, and enter to win prizes. Free entry and a whole lot of community spirit!

• Date: Wednesday, September 18th

• Time: 4-530pm

• Location: Antilogy

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!

Singo: Whiskey Business (Southport)

• Date: Wednesday, September 18th

• Time: 7pm

Live Trivia: SmockTown Brewery

• Date: Wednesday, September 18th

• Time: 730pm

Live Trivia: Flashback’s Bar & Grill

• Date: Wednesday, September 18th

• Time: 7pm

Live Trivia: Mikie’s Pub

• Date: Wednesday, September 18th

• Time: 7pm

Music Bingo: Freddie’s Pub

• Date: Wednesday, September 18th

• Time: 7pm

Thursday

GPL: Book Lovers' Book Club

If you're a book lover who likes nothing more than to curl up with a good book, the Book Lovers' Book Club is the place for you! Join us on the third Thursday morning of each month to discuss the month’s book.

• Date: Thursday, September 19th

• Time: 10am

• Location: Greenwood Public Library

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!

Live Trivia: Whiskey Business (Southport)

• Date: Thursday, September 12th

• Time: 7pm

Live Trivia: BoJak’s Bar & Grille

• Date: Thursday, September 12th

• Time: 7pm

Live Trivia: Planetary Brewing

• Date: Thursday, September 12th

• Time: 7pm

Music Bingo: SmockTown Brewery

• Date: Thursday, September 12th

• Time: 7pm

WEATHER

Wednesday

88 🌡️ 60 | ☀️ | 5% | 🌬️ NE 5-10 MPH

Thursday

89 🌡️ 59 | ⛅️ | 8% | 🌬️ NNE 5-10 MPH

🎶 LIVE MUSIC

Wednesday

• Slippery Noodle | Slippery Noodle Blues Jam | 730pm

• Tin Roof | Ethan & Joey | 9pm

Thursday

• MashCraft | Clayton Lewis | 7pm

• Tried & True | Ben Tatum | 8pm

• Antilogy | Benito Dibartoli | 5pm

• Whit’s Inn | The 78’s | 7pm

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

• Sarah T. Bolton Park | The Indigos | 7pm

• Parkside Public House | Rob Dixon Trio | 6pm

• Fountain Square Plaza | Local Musicians | 630pm

• The Rathskeller | 45 RPM | 7pm

• Tin Roof | Pom Teddy | 10pm

Sports 🏈 

Friday Night Lights

Friday Night Lights are back for week 4 on the south side!

Center Grove (3-1) - Home against Trotwood-Madison at 7pm

Franklin (2-2) - Home against Martinsville at 7pm

Whiteland (2-1) - Home against Perry Meridian at 7pm

Greenwood (2-2) - Home against Plainfield at 7pm

Southport (0-4) - Away against Heritage Christian at 7pm

Perry (2-2) - Away against Whiteland at 7pm

Franklin Central (1-2) - Home against Avon at 7pm

Roncalli (1-2) - Home against Guerin Catholic at 7pm

Greenwood Christian (3-1) - Away against Milan at 7pm

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