Irvington Pride is set to take place on Saturday, June 28, offering a vibrant celebration in the neighborhood of Irvington, Indianapolis.

The event will feature a variety of activities across three main locations, including the Masonic Lodge and Bonnet Avenue, which will be closed to accommodate vendors, food stalls, and fun activities. A family area will be available in the library parking lot, and the event will introduce wrestling to its lineup this year.

Irvington Pride will include live performances, with Kara Cole set to perform. The event will also feature an annual drag show at 8 p.m. and an after-party.

The celebration honors Marsha P. Johnson with the Marsha P. Johnson Market on Bonnet Avenue, recognizing her pivotal role in the LGBTQ+ movement.

The event is free and open to the public, with activities scheduled from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., followed by the drag show and after-party.

Irvington Pride promises a day of celebration and community spirit, highlighting the contributions of local businesses and honoring LGBTQ+ history. With a diverse lineup of activities and performances, the event aims to bring together neighbors and visitors alike in a vibrant display of pride.

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The Carmel Library will host a free book event this Sunday from 2 to 3:30 PM, featuring author Ethan McAndrews and illustrator Takeo Tsunamoto discussing their collaborative work, ‘The Carmel Kawachinagano Cookbook.’

The cookbook celebrates the sister city relationship between Carmel, Indiana, and Kawachinagano, Japan, by featuring recipes from both regions. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the creative process behind the book and enjoy some of the featured dishes.

The event will include a talk where Tsunamoto will share his illustration process, which involved depicting places he had never visited before coming to Indiana.

McAndrews will discuss the writing and research involved in creating the cookbook. The cookbook includes a variety of dishes, such as Indiana’s classic pork tenderloin and Japan’s yakisoba pan, a noodle dish popular among students.

McAndrews and Tsunamoto’s collaboration began when McAndrews visited Kawachinagano and was hosted by Tsunamoto’s family, leading to a friendship and the eventual creation of the cookbook.

The event is free, but attendees are encouraged to register online through the Carmel Library’s website to secure their spot.

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Slaptown, a unique art showcase celebrating sticker and street art culture, is set to take place in Indianapolis from June 6 to August 1.

Hosted at Upland Brewing Co. in the Fountain Square neighborhood, the event will feature works from renowned artists such as Shepard Fairey and a live exhibit by Noah Scalin.

The opening weekend of Slaptown promises a full schedule of activities, including a Sticker Mix listening party with Side Street Ked of Dungeon Family, a Sitker Movie screening, and an artist panel featuring international artists.

Noah Scalin, known for his Skull-A-Day project, will create his largest sticker collage live during the event, offering attendees a unique opportunity to witness the creative process.

In addition to the art exhibits, visitors can explore the Artist Market, which will offer limited-edition merchandise, original art, and stickers.

Local organizations such as Upland Brewing Co., Hey Now Pizza, and 31SVN Dance Academy are supporting the event, contributing to its vibrant cultural experience.

Slaptown offers a vibrant cultural experience, inviting the public to engage with sticker and street art culture in Indianapolis this summer.

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