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🌱 Patch AM: How Indianapolis honored 135 homeless neighbors on the year’s longest night
Also check out Centier Bank Brings the Golden Horseshoe to Indianapolis on the Indianapolis Patch calendar
Good morning to you Indianapolis! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How Indianapolis honored 135 homeless neighbors on the year’s longest night
- What we know about shots fired at a near-northside Airbnb
- Why this downtown lounge is banning anyone under 30 from entry
Also on today's calendar: Centier Bank Brings the Golden Horseshoe to Indianapolis and 1 more event.
Find out what's happening in Indianapolisfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
Find out what's happening in Indianapolisfor free with the latest updates from Patch.
- Monday: Mostly cloudy, afternoon mist, with a high of 49 and low of 45 degrees.
- Tuesday: Considerable cloudiness, temps: high: 53, low: 34.
- Wednesday: Cloudy with afternoon mist, with a high of 56 and low of 52 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. Memorial service honors those who died while experiencing homelessness in Marion County (wthr.com) — Indianapolis residents and city leaders gathered at Roberts Park United Methodist Church to honor 135 neighbors who died while experiencing homelessness this year. The annual winter solstice service featured candles, prayers, and personal stories, while Mayor Joe Hogsett highlighted efforts like Streets to Home Indy and the new Housing Hub emergency shelter. Speakers urged the community to show daily care and support for people living on the streets. 
2. IMPD investigating shots fired incident at Airbnb on Indy's near north side (wthr.com) — Police are investigating reports of shots fired at an Airbnb on North Delaware Street near 16th and Meridian on Indy’s near north side early Sunday morning. IMPD says the case involves alleged reckless use of a handgun and rifle and vandalism, with Airbnb and two others listed as victims. No details on injuries or arrests have been released yet.
3. Patrons under the age of 30 to be barred from entering Georgia Street Lounge in downtown Indianapolis (fox59.com) — If you’re under 30, you’ll soon be turned away at Georgia Street Rhythm and Blues Lounge in downtown Indianapolis, which plans to restrict entry to guests 30 and older. Management says younger patrons don’t fit its “grown and sexy” vibe, and recent police runs to the Georgia Street address add context to the stricter policy.
4. Nearly 3 million Hoosiers expected to travel during holiday surge (wishtv.com) — Heavy holiday traffic is expected across Indiana, and Indianapolis drivers will see Hoosier Helper patrols on local interstates offering traffic control, minor medical aid, and roadside assistance. AAA projects 2.9 million Hoosiers traveling through Jan. 1, with the worst congestion from 1–7 p.m. on Dec. 22–23 and lighter traffic on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
5. Reducing holiday stress for Hoosier families impacted by Alzheimer's, dementia (wrtv.com) — Indianapolis families caring for loved ones with Alzheimer’s or dementia are being urged to manage expectations, stay flexible with traditions, and lean on support during holiday gatherings. The Alzheimer’s Association Greater Indiana Chapter shares practical tips, highlights high caregiver stress levels in Indiana, and reminds residents of its 24/7 helpline for guidance and emotional support.
📸 Around Indianapolis
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Indianapolis
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★ Featured events ★
- Centier Bank Brings the Golden Horseshoe to Indianapolis
50 S Meridian St, Indianapolis
12:00 pm
Monday December 22
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Other local events
- Crawl 'Til The Ball Falls: Indianapolis NYE Bar Crawl 2025
16-Bit Bar+Arcade 110 E New York St Indianapolis, Indiana 46204
6:00 pm - Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Indoor Market
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens , 1200 N Minnetrista Pkwy , Muncie
9:00 am - Betty's Cabin Activity: Sunday Crafternoon
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens 600 West Minnetrista Boulevard Muncie, IN 47303
12:00 pm
Wednesday December 31
Saturday January 3
Sunday January 4
📣 Indianapolis Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Sock Skating
Clark Pleasant Branch - CPB Community Room
9:00 am - Gentle Slow-Flow Yoga
Brownsburg Public Library , 450 South Jefferson Street , Brownsburg
10:30 am - Block Party
Clark Pleasant Branch - CPB Youth Program Room
2:00 pm - Bookmobile stop: Eastway Court Apartments
Hancock Library County - Bookmobile , 42 Manor Dr. , Greenfield
2:30 pm - Kids' Puzzle Palooza
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library - Children's Activity
4:00 pm - Board Game Bonanza
Brownsburg Public Library , 450 South Jefferson Street , Brownsburg
5:00 pm - Avon Plan Commission (APC)
Avon, IN Calendar , 6570 East US Highway 36 , Avon
6:30 pm - Avon Police Merit Commission Meeting
Avon, IN Calendar Avon, IN 46123
7:00 pm - It's Pete the Cat's Groovy Holiday Party!
Brownsburg Public Library , 450 South Jefferson Street , Brownsburg
1:00 pm
Monday December 22
Tuesday December 23
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Thanks to everyone.
We was able to get everything passed out. Happy Holidays. Hello neighbors. If anyone is in need of various household items. I have a ton of stuff… (Nextdoor Perry Manor) - My dog is still missing please help me find her.
I don’t think she left on her own I believe someone took her she does have a chip. She is truly missed and all my girls want for Xmas is fur sister… (Nextdoor Lake Maxinhall)
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