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Good morning Indianapolis! Your connection to what's happening around town is here. Take a sip of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Could hidden air leaks be driving up your AES winter bill?
  • Where can you tap into Indy's booming mystical scene next?
  • Which Baroque masterpieces will echo across Indianapolis this week?

Also on today's calendar: Autumn Social at Daniel's Vineyard and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Sunny and pleasant, with a high of 72 and low of 49 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Sunny and very warm, temps: high: 80, low: 56.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 77 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Inspection reveals air leaks in 126-year-old home with high electricity bills (wishtv.com) — An Indianapolis west-side homeowner with a 126-year-old house is facing winter electricity usage so high it rivals commercial buildings, prompting an AES Indiana inspection that found major air leaks and duct problems. The utility is arranging weatherization help and a 36‑month payment plan, and reminds Indianapolis residents that income-eligible families can get free in‑home or virtual energy assessments to cut bills.
   

• Written in the stars: Indy's mystical scene is growing (mirrorindy.org) — If you're curious about Indy's growing mystical scene, this guide highlights Indianapolis shops, healers, and pop-up events offering everything from crystals and tarot to somatic womb work and mindful dance parties. You'll find specific east, west, and northside locations, plus recurring gatherings like Liminal Space, Bazaars, and Frequencies on the Full Moon that blend spirituality with community connection.
   

• Centuries-old sounds return as Indianapolis Baroque Orchestra brings historic music to life (wishtv.com) — Indianapolis music lovers can catch the Indianapolis Baroque Orchestra this week, with historically informed concerts on Oct. 7 and Oct. 9 featuring period instruments and intimate ensembles. Led by renowned traverso player Barthold Kuijken and in residence at the University of Indianapolis, the group recreates the sounds of Corelli and other Baroque masters. Tickets and venue details are available at indybaroque.org.
   

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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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