Life + Culture

Christkindlmarkt 2025 Season Lineup

Carmel Hosts Acclaimed Holiday Market With Authentic German Food, Artisans, Musicians, Beloved Event Traditions Article by Colton Howard, Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Roben Bellomo Carmel Christkindlmarkt, Inc. (CCI) representatives have a stellar event, entertainment and set of vendors teed up for the eighth Carmel Christkindlmarkt season now through Dec. 24. Notably, this magical, local event has been voted the Best Holiday Market in USA Today’s 10Best competition at least four...

Arts + Culture

Rescuing Indiana's Interurban Trolleys

Carmel Resident And Other Volunteers Give New Life To Beloved History Via America's Original Streetcars Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Hoosier Heartland Trolley Co. Before the internet existed, vehicles, interstates, trains and trolleys were kingpins of connections. Indiana once boasted the nation's largest interurban electric railway, linking rural communities to downtown Indianapolis. Now, volunteers comprising The Hoosier Heartland Trolley Co. restore these historic trolleys...

Shopping

Pondering Holiday Gift Ideas?

Santa Soiree, Treasures And Gift Cards Help Recipients Celebrate Season In Style Article by Julie Brown Patton In time for holiday gatherings or gifts is the brand-new Danielle's Popcorn at Clay Terrace. Beyond their retail offerings, the shop's team specializes in catering services perfect for presents, weddings, corporate events and special occasions of all kinds. They also provide virtual fundraising opportunities ideal for athletic teams, faith-based organizations and performing arts...

Home Services

Grateful To Keep Others Safer

New Bath Today Pros Help Customers Remodel Bath Spaces, Age In Place While Supporting Community Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by New Bath Today "I'm personally grateful to go to work every day to help customers stay safer, have peace of mind and remain independent in their own homes," says Frank Watz, consumer finance manager for New Bath Today in Carmel and SageHome corporate. Due to NBT's focus on making bath spaces safer, he says the company's specialists provide...