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Happy Friday! This newsletter is for the newbies, the lifers, the townies, and the domers.

In today’s digest:

• The Farmers Market Trail: 💜 Lakeside Lavender

• Shakespeare at Notre Dame

• Pickleball Leagues

• 44 Days till Notre Dame Kick-Off

This issue is 994 words, a 3-minute read.

The Digest

The Farmers Market Trail: Lakeside Lavender 💜 

This week’s journey is taking us to Lakeside Lavender!

About: “Fresh herbs, fresh air, fresh ideas. We try to keep it simple. Mike and Doree, owners of Lakeside Lavender and Herbs are dedicated to a healthier, more natural way of living. Doreen is a certified herbalist. Mike is “the lavender guy.” Together, they revive traditions of growing things, knowing things, then bringing wonderful, healthful, handcrafted products to you at our farm shop, our year round market, and of course, here online.”

What’s worth trying: Lavender Lotion! This lotion is incredible! Not only does it moisturize your hands, but its lavender scent will also make you feel incredibly relaxed.

Where to find in the Market: Lakeside Lavender is located two stalls down from last week’s vendor, Unity Gardens!

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 The Happenings

4th Annual Plant Pride @ Botany Shop

The Botany Shop is bringing the neighborhood and the community together for the 4th year in a row!

With tons of vendors, food, and creativity, Plant Pride is a fun and free event for all ages!

Details

Summer Concert Series at Ironworks Plaza!

If you enjoy live music, venture off the beaten path and head to Ironworks Plaza in Mishawaka 3x a week for good tunes and good times!

Battell Park Bandshell Mondays 7-8:30 PM

Ball Band Biergarten Wednesdays 6:30-8:30 PM

Central Park Stage Thursdays 6-8 PM

Details

More events

A mix of things happening this weekend and into next week!

 🪶 ✨ Roar and Revel: Celebrate 20 years of Young Professionals in South Bend (YPN) at this roaring 20s-themed party at The Brick. Register Here

🎭 Shakespeare at Notre Dame: Head over to the Debartolo Performance Center on Saturday for some fun Shakespeare scenes! Details

🖼️ Community Engagement Artist Mixer: Want to have a say in how our community approaches art and culture for the next seveal years? Head over to Rocki Button from 5-7 pm on Wednesday! Details

🏒 Sports Vendor Market: Head over to Compton Family Ice Arena this Saturday for a sports vendor market, then check out the hockey game afterwards - It’s the Detroit Red Wings Alumni group vs. Pucks for Autism! Tickets

🛶 East Race Waterway: The East Race Waterway is offering a special deal for a single ride pass for only $6! Grab your spot today before the seasons over to check out the first man-made white water rafting adventure! Tickets

🌵 Stained Glass Cactus Making: Need a new hobby? Or just want to do something fun with friends? Check out this stained glass cactus class at Make South Bend! Snag your spot before it fills up! Details

⚾️ Cubs vs. Beloit Sky Carp: Grab your tickets for the last game of this series at home before the Cubs head back on the road! Tickets 

🐶 Paint with Dogs: At the Pigeon and the Hen Pottery in Downtown South Bend, they are teaming up with the Animal Resource Center. Paint some dog-themed pottery and hang out with some furry friends! Details

💚 South Bend Green Drinks: “South Bend Green Drinks began in 2009 with a handful of people gathering together over their common interest in all things green.” This month’s meeting will be held at the Botany Shop in the NNN. The owner of the newly transformed Ward Bakery Building will also be offering tours throughout the evening. Learn more here.  

🚙 South Bend Latin Dance: Head on over to Ironhand for Latin Dance night! Beginner lessons start at 7 pm, and the open floor begins at 7:30! Details

✨Coming soon✨

🎨 Art Beat: One of the largest art festivals in South Bend is almost here! Mark your calendars for August 9, the festival is from 11 am - 7 pm.

🏀 Youth Basketball League: Sign-ups are now open for the Youth Basketball League, which begins in August and runs through September.

🎭 Les Misérables: Les Misérables is coming to the Morris. Snag your tickets now! Tickets

🥒 Pickleball League: Want to have fun and stay active this fall? Join this pickleball league that begins in September! Grab your spot now before the price goes up. Register

Rapid Fire Hits

Quick headlines and things to know from all around 🌐

📢 Countdown to Miami: After a heartbreaking, yet exhilarating end to the season, its almost time for the Fighting Irish to get in the ring again! If you’re thinking of heading down to Miami for the first game of the season, check out the newest nonstop flight out of South Bend: SBN → Fort Lauderdale. But grab them now before they’re gone! Tickets

Vote for Your Favorite Business in South Bend: The community choice awards are back, and you don’t need a South Bend Tribune subscription to vote! Want to highlight YOUR favorite business? Vote now! Vote

Teachers ride the South Shore for free: This weekend, all teachers can ride the South Shore Line for free! All you need to do is present a valid school ID! Details 

Happy Friday! See you around the Bend!

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