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Shop Fishers 2023: Gift Guide

Shop Fishers 2023: Gift Guide

‘Tis the season to ignite the holiday spirit and embrace the joy of shopping local here in Fishers! When you shop local for the holidays, you’re not just buying gifts; you’re investing in your community. Our annual Shop Fishers event is a celebration of local flavors,...

Refuel and Redeem on Race Day

Refuel and Redeem on Race Day

After crossing the finish line at the Geist Half Marathon and 5K, continue the celebration! Find a place to refuel your energy or soak in your incredible accomplishment. Be sure to take advantage of one or more local race day deals. You put in the work, you pushed...

Devour in Fishers

Devour in Fishers

Devour Indy is back to help you end the summer in a great way (and with a full tummy!), organized by the Indiana Restaurant and Lodging Association. This dining event gives you the opportunity to enjoy three-course meals from specially priced menus at participating...

Meet Your Neighbor: 3 Local Non-profit Organizations

Meet Your Neighbor: 3 Local Non-profit Organizations

The Fishers Farmers Market at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater is hosting a Day of Service on July 22. From 8 a.m. to noon, there will be several nonprofit vendors on site for visitors to connect with and learn more about how to get involved in their...

Galentine’s Day Local Picks

Galentine’s Day Local Picks

Don’t have anyone to celebrate Valentine’s Day with? No problem, grab your girlfriends and celebrate Galentine’s Day! Galentine’s Day originated on the NBC sitcom Parks & Recreation, and it’s observed the day before Valentine’s Day to celebrate friendship instead...

Shop Fishers: Holiday Gift Guide

Shop Fishers: Holiday Gift Guide

With the holiday season upon us, it’s time to start thinking about gifts for the people in your life. It can feel overwhelming trying to find something for everyone that you know they’ll love. With this Holiday Gift Guide, we’ll help you simplify your shopping...

Best Local Shops for College Students

Best Local Shops for College Students

Calling all college students! Whether it’s your first or last year of college, back-to-school shopping is a vital part of any successful semester. Luckily, Fishers is full of wonderful local businesses that have all your needs and wants.  It’s important –– and fun! ––...

Shop Fishers: Meet Schoolhouse 7 Café

Shop Fishers: Meet Schoolhouse 7 Café

Meet some of the local small business owners participating in Shop Fishers on the This is Fishers blog. We sat down with Curt Tappendorf, owner of Schoolhouse 7 Café, to learn more about the café and how they’re participating in Shop Fishers this season.Schoolhouse 7...

Shop Fishers: Meet BluePeppermint Boutique

Shop Fishers: Meet BluePeppermint Boutique

This summer, meet some of the local small business owners participating in Shop Fishers on the This is Fishers blog. We sat down with Jessica Landez, owner of BluePeppermint Boutique, to learn more about her shop and how they’re participating in Shop Fishers this...

Shop Fishers: Meet MashCraft Brewing

Shop Fishers: Meet MashCraft Brewing

We sat down with Andrew Castner, owner of MashCraft Brewing, along David Halt, Fishers general manager, to learn more about their brews and food.     MashCraft Brewing was already a popular brewery and dining spot when it made its journey to Fishers, which offers...

Fishers History: Exploring Schoolhouse 7 Cafe

Fishers History: Exploring Schoolhouse 7 Cafe

What used to be the sound of a school bell ringing to summon children inside to learn is now a carrying echo of coffee orders and good conversation. The one-room schoolhouse that sat empty for many years intrigued Schoolhouse 7 Cafe owners, Curt and Sarah Tappendorf,...

Saxony Farmers Market: Vendor Roundup

Saxony Farmers Market: Vendor Roundup

When I joined the Fishers Parks team, I felt honored to be given the opportunity to manage the Fishers Farmers Market at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater in downtown Fishers. This is a well-established, thriving market with more than 60 diverse vendors, free...

This is Fishers: April Happenings

This is Fishers: April Happenings

Downtown Nickel Plate Trail Grand Opening Celebration  The City of Fishers and Fishers Parks announced the public opening of the downtown portion of the Nickel Plate Trail, including the pedestrian tunnel beneath 116th Street, on Saturday, May 14. Over the past three...

Fishers Fall Farmers’ Market Finds

Fishers Fall Farmers’ Market Finds

The summer Farmers’ Market may have come to a close for the season, but the Fishers Fall Farmers’ Market is now open through December 17, and it’s all online and contactless. It’s easy to create an account and place your order each week between Saturdays at 9 a.m....

Shop Local: Fall Fashion Preview

Shop Local: Fall Fashion Preview

Fall is approaching soon! From pumpkin patches to corn mazes, there are always great fall Instagram moments, so make sure you're looking your best! Check out what cute clothes and accessories local boutiques are offering this coming sweater weather! Hopeful Jewelry ...

Shop Local: Conner Prairie Apple Store

Shop Local: Conner Prairie Apple Store

Nothing quite says fall like biting into a crisp apple against the backdrop of Indiana’s stunning fall foliage. At the Apple Store at Conner Prairie—a 35-year-old community tradition—you can do that, and so much more.“Think of us as your local market,” said Lori...

Shop Local: Summer Fun

Shop Local: Summer Fun

Summer is in full swing - be sure to check out these great local buys before it's over! See other ways you can shop locally here. ROMAN & LEO 8800 North Street, Suite 115 | romanandleo.com Get the kiddos some new back-to-school clothes at Roman & Leo! From...

Shop Fishers: Back to School

Shop Fishers: Back to School

Summer is quickly coming to an end. Soon, the sounds of school bells will be filling the air. What better way to get back-to-school ready while getting to know more about some amazing local businesses than with Shop Fishers!   If you haven’t heard...

Ultimate Guide to Shopping & Dining in the NPD

Ultimate Guide to Shopping & Dining in the NPD

What better way to #SeizetheSummer on the newly opened Nickel Plate Trail than by soaking up the sun and shopping local! With the opening of the downtown section, which includes a tunnel under 116th Street, users can travel from 146th Street to 106th Street and...

5 Tips for Starting Your Kid’s Piggy Bank

5 Tips for Starting Your Kid’s Piggy Bank

Do your kids think money just grows on trees?  Help them imagine more. “Why can’t I get that toy? Everybody has one!”  And then there is, “Mom, I’ve run up a huge credit card bill.”  Or, “Dad, I don’t have enough money for gas.” Sound familiar? What can you do to help...

Seize the Summer: Summer Family Guide to the NPD

Seize the Summer: Summer Family Guide to the NPD

Construction traffic is the best!! Said no one ever. If you’ve tried driving down 116th Street toward downtown Fishers recently, you know what I’m talking about. The City of Fishers announced that from June 1 through the end of July, a portion of 116th Street will be...

5 Farmers Market Must Have’s for Spring

5 Farmers Market Must Have’s for Spring

YEAHHHH! It’s Farmers Market season! This past weekend I got to take my son to his first market, where he charmed anyone that made eye contact with him. We loved soaking up the fresh air and meeting some of the amazing new vendors this season. The tried and true...

Shop Local: Sunny Days Ahead

Shop Local: Sunny Days Ahead

Get ready for fun in the sun with these hot local restaurants and shops in Fishers! Check out other ways you can shop local around Fishers this summer.1. SHINE DESIGN HOME 8594 EAST 116TH STREET, SUITE 50 | SHINEDESIGNHOME.COM Brighten up your home with Shine Design...

Mother’s Day Gift Guide Around Fishers

Mother’s Day Gift Guide Around Fishers

After an especially challenging year, it’s time to show the standout mother figures in your life just how special they truly are with an exceptional Mother's Day gift. This year more than most, it may seem next impossible to find the perfect gift that tells her how...

Shop Local: Spring Gardening in Fishers

Shop Local: Spring Gardening in Fishers

The warm weather is finally back and here to stay. Warmer weather also means it’s time to start your garden back up! There are plenty of local places that offer seeds, flowers, decor, and any other garden needs you have, so make sure you shop local in Fishers this...

My Favorite Sustainable Businesses in Fishers

My Favorite Sustainable Businesses in Fishers

One thing I love about living in Fishers is the many ways in which local businesses seek to reduce their impact on our planet. By minimizing our footprint, we ensure that our world will still be around for our kids and grandkids to enjoy. But it’s not enough to ask...

Shop Local: Spring Fashion Preview

Shop Local: Spring Fashion Preview

Spring is upon us and it’s time to refresh our wardrobes! Whether you need a new Spring Break outfit or just something to run errands in, these shops #AroundFishers have you covered!  We asked 4 local boutiques to show us the latest spring fashion trends for this...

Shop Local: Dreaming of Spring

Shop Local: Dreaming of Spring

Spring is right around the corner! These local spots will keep you dreaming of  warmers days as you shop around Fishers.1. TAYLOR’S BAKERY 8395 E. 116th Street | Taylorsbakery.bakesmart.com Pick up the decadent Chocolate Ganache Cake for any celebration! This triple...

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Shopping Local

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Shopping Local

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these thoughtful and meaningful gifts from local Fishers businesses.  *This blog post was published in 2021. Please note that some items may no longer be available. A Year of Date Nights Idea Jar Cynthia's Hallmark, $19.99 Commit to...

Last Minute Gift Guide

Last Minute Gift Guide

Please note this post is from Winter 2020. Check out the Shop Fishers: Summer Series deals happening July 16 -23 here. We all know the moment. The panic that sets in when you have no idea what gift to give, time is running out, and those expedited shipping costs are...

Farmers’ Market Friday: Wesson’s Canine Bakery

Farmers’ Market Friday: Wesson’s Canine Bakery

About the Business Wesson's Canine Bakery was founded in 2017 and has been a vendor at the Fishers Farmers Market since 2019. Learn more on their website and follow them on Facebook and Instagram. What to Get Peanut butter or blueberry treatsQ&A with Hannah...

Winter Ideas with Fishers’ Online Farmers’ Market!

Winter Ideas with Fishers’ Online Farmers’ Market!

There’s only one week left to shop Fishers’ Online Farmers’ Market! The final ordering period for the Online Farmers’ Market is December 12 - 16. Browse all the products available and find specific ordering details.  Did I mention that they’re also waiving the...

Farmers’ Market Friday: Rose & Lois

Farmers’ Market Friday: Rose & Lois

About the Business Rose & Lois was founded in 2019 and has been a vendor at the Fishers Farmers Market since spring 2020. Learn more on their website and follow them on Facebook and Instagram. What to Get A coffee growler or Ahahh Chai growlerQ&A with Rachel...

Shop Fishers: Top Stocking Stuffer Picks

Shop Fishers: Top Stocking Stuffer Picks

No matter what age you are, receiving a stocking full of goodies is always fun. The hardest part is when it comes to filling those stockings. Finding items that are unique, useful, and that will actually fit into a stocking is the challenging task. Sometimes, the best...

Farmers Market Friday: Marta’s Goodys

Farmers Market Friday: Marta’s Goodys

About the Business Marta’s Goody’s was founded in 2017 and has been a vendor with the Fishers Farmers Market since its inception. Learn more and follow them on their Facebook page. What to Get Spicy jellies – peach habanero, pineapple habanero, etc.Q&A with Marta...

Shop Fishers: Dress to Impress!

Shop Fishers: Dress to Impress!

Please note this post is from Winter 2020. Check out the Shop Fishers: Summer Series deals happening July 16 -23 here. First, we probably all need to acknowledge that the holidays this year are going to be very different. Not only will they feel different, but...

Shop Fishers: Eat, Drink, and Be Merry!

Shop Fishers: Eat, Drink, and Be Merry!

Please note this post is from Summer 2020. Check out the Shop Fishers: Summer Series deals happening July 16 -23 here. I love shopping at small businesses and knowing where I shop will make an impact locally. This year has been hard on everyone especially small...

Shop Fishers

Shop Fishers

Support our local businesses this holiday season with the citywide Shop Fishers celebration! Through December 31, Shop Fishers invites you to shop and dine local while enjoying special deals and promotions at over 60 businesses throughout Fishers. Shop and dine safely...

Farmers Market Friday: Thanksgiving Must-Haves

Farmers Market Friday: Thanksgiving Must-Haves

While our Thanksgiving celebrations will look smaller this year with social distancing and limiting social gatherings, you can still have a delicious meal and celebration with your family in the comfort of your home.  In the next week, we’ll see shoppers head to the...

Farmers’ Market Friday: Kincaid’s Meat Market

Farmers’ Market Friday: Kincaid’s Meat Market

About the Business Kincaid’s Meat Market was founded in 1921 and has been a vendor at the Fishers Farmers Market since spring 2020. Learn more on their website and follow them on Facebook and Instagram. What to Get Chicken breast, freshly ground beef, filetsQ&A...

Farmers’ Market Friday: Kelly’s Favorite Finds

Farmers’ Market Friday: Kelly’s Favorite Finds

The Fishers Farmers’ Market has been a long standing favorite of mine. If you know me or have followed my writings, you know that I value shopping small and shopping local. But what do you do when the season turns and the Summer Market has ended? Or maybe you had to...

Farmers’ Market Friday: Indie Coffee Roasters

Farmers’ Market Friday: Indie Coffee Roasters

This week, we’re looking at a fall-favorite vendor – Indie Coffee Roasters! Indie Coffee Roasters has again joined Fishers Parks to be part of the first-ever virtual Fishers Fall Farmers Market, selling whole-bean coffee, mugs and other merch. If you’re new to the...

Farmers Market Friday: Le Petit Gateau

Farmers Market Friday: Le Petit Gateau

We said goodbye to the Fishers Farmers Market’s summer season at the end of September, but after fantastic community support, Fishers Parks has launched its first-ever Fall Farmers Market. The first full week in October welcomed back community favorites for a virtual...

Farmers’ Market Friday: Dragonwood Honey

Farmers’ Market Friday: Dragonwood Honey

Dragonwood is a small family-operated farm in central Indiana. Started by their entrepreneurial daughter as a way to sell faery dolls, the business blossomed when they began to provide local raw honey. Now, the Gerig family taps maple trees, keeps honeybees, and makes...

Farmers’ Market Friday: Old Major Market

Farmers’ Market Friday: Old Major Market

Old Major Market has an incredible selection of bacon, sausages, and more! They are a startup butcher shop located in the Meridian Kessler neighborhood who works with Indiana Farmers that implement sustainable farming practices, ethical animal husbandry, and do not...

Farmers’ Market Friday: AW Gourmet Dog Treats

Farmers’ Market Friday: AW Gourmet Dog Treats

Because "every dog deserves barkworthy treats," don't forget to grab something special for your pup (or better yet, bring them by the booth to say hello!) from AW Gourmet Dog Treats while you're stocking up at the Fishers Farmers' Market every Saturday at the NPD AMP...

Farmers’ Market Friday: Sweets Bri

Farmers’ Market Friday: Sweets Bri

Check out these amazing treats from Sweets Bri at the Fishers Farmers' Market every Saturday at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater from 8 a.m. to noon. Ellen and Euzeli Santos specialize in making Brazilian Brigadeiros and are new to the market this season. Follow...

My Top 5 Shop Fishers Picks by Megan Gamble

My Top 5 Shop Fishers Picks by Megan Gamble

Please note this post is from Summer 2020. Check out the Shop Fishers: Summer Series deals happening July 16 -23 here. Shopping small businesses is one of my passions. I love knowing where I shop will make an impact locally. Also, I love the special feeling of...

My Day at the Fishers Farmers’ Market

My Day at the Fishers Farmers’ Market

Ever since my first Saturday morning at the Fishers Farmers’ Market, I’ve been hooked! I’m always looking forward to the next Saturday to roll around so I can go back and check out all the local goods I may have missed the trip before. Sometimes I’ll go by myself, but...

My Top 5 Shop Fishers Picks by Kelly Yale

My Top 5 Shop Fishers Picks by Kelly Yale

The Shop Fishers: Summer Series is here offering special discounts and promotions from local businesses and restaurants every Wednesday this August. Check out my favorite picks below!1. Mathnasium of Fishers Location | 12244 E 116th St. #200, Fishers Whether your...

Shop Fishers: My Top 5 Picks by Abby Hake

Shop Fishers: My Top 5 Picks by Abby Hake

Please note this post is from Summer 2020. Check out the Shop Fishers: Summer Series deals happening July 16 -23 here. It's always fun to support local shops, business owners, and restaurants and Fishers is not short on amazing places to check out!  There are so many...

My 5 Favorite Shop Fishers Picks

My 5 Favorite Shop Fishers Picks

Please note this post is from Summer 2020. Check out the Shop Fishers: Summer Series deals happening July 16 -23 here. Happy Shop Fishers: Summer Series!   There’s truly no better time than now to support small businesses in your community. Fishers has so many...

5 Must-Try Quick & Easy Farmers Market Recipes

5 Must-Try Quick & Easy Farmers Market Recipes

I thoroughly enjoy spending my Saturday mornings visiting the Fishers Farmers’ Market. There are so many booths filled with healthy fruits and veggies, sweet treats, and a wide variety of other homemade goods. Did I mention they have some pretty amazing coffee and...

Wildflower Ridge Honey

Wildflower Ridge Honey

David Barrickman owns and operates Wildflower Ridge Honey in Anderson. A beekeeper for over 50 years, he started his business as a way to supplement income after retiring. It has become his full-time job. Barrickman has been a vendor at the Fishers Farmers Market...

Fair Farms & Produce

Fair Farms & Produce

The Fair Family operates Fair Farms & Produce in Greenfield, taking part in several local farmers markets. The family began the business in 1993 and started growing and selling fresh produce in 2012. Fair Farms & Produce started their booth at the Fishers...

The Walking Waffle Co.

The Walking Waffle Co.

The Walking Waffle Co. is based in Carmel and run by the Lewis family. In business for 14 years, the family began the venture after enjoying local markets and wanting to take part. The family started their booth at the Fishers Farmers Market in 2013. Co-owner Royce...

Viking Lamb

Viking Lamb

Based in Morristown, Viking Lamb is owned and operated by Terry and Jane Knudson. The business began in 2001 after co-owner Terry Knudson began caring for an injured sheep. The interest in raising sheep for meat blossomed from there. The business started their booth...

The Bubble Tea Lady

The Bubble Tea Lady

Avanti Snyder owns The Bubble Tea Lady business and is based in Fishers. After seeing bubble tea products in Seattle, Snyder said she wanted to bring it to Indiana. Snyder has been in business for 7 years and with the Fishers Farmers Market from its beginnings....

Morehouse Premium Pork

Morehouse Premium Pork

Joan and Gary Morehouse own Morehouse Premium Pork in Noblesville. The business has been up and running for 47 years, raising antibiotic, non-GMO fed hogs. The Morehouses have been vendors at the Fishers Farmers Market for five years. The family enjoys educating...

Lazy Labs Bakery

Lazy Labs Bakery

Kim and Mark Thaxton started Fishers-based Lazy Labs Bakery in 2017. Kim, a retired teacher, started the business for something fun to do with her husband. Together they own four labradors. The Thaxtons began their booth at the Fishers Farmers Market in 2018, selling...

Gluten Free Creations

Gluten Free Creations

Gluten Free Creations is owned and operated by Lydia Armstrong. The business is home-based, selling gluten- and corn-free goodies. The business began 6 years ago after Armstrong saw a need for gluten-free treats in the Indy area. She started selling at the Fishers...

Circle Kombucha

Circle Kombucha

Circle Kombucha is based in Indianapolis and owned and operated by Matt Whiteside and Skylar Williams. The business began nearly 5 years ago with the goal to provide healthy beverages for those in the Midwest. There currently are four flavors available for sale at...

SHOP LOCAL: LOCAL FAVS

SHOP LOCAL: LOCAL FAVS

We got a chance to speak with members of the community to discuss some of their favorite local businesses and how they and their families like to support shops and restaurants.TOM BRITT CEO, Towne Post Network “My wife and I love to frequent the local restaurants in...

Fishers Farmers’ Market

Fishers Farmers’ Market

Every Saturday morning, food lovers, farmers, neighbors, and families come together in the Nickel Plate District for local food, live entertainment, children’s activities, and more. The Fishers Farmers’ Market, open Saturday mornings from 8 a.m. to noon through...

Adapting to the New Normal

Adapting to the New Normal

LOCAL BUSINESSES MAKE ADJUSTMENTS TO CONTINUE WORKING IN THE FACE OF COVID-19 With the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in our nation this spring, our local community was faced with an unprecedented event. While residents hunkered down at home, Fishers businesses had to...