Springtime Events in Indy

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Spring has finally sprung here in Indianapolis and it looks like the good weather is here to stay!

This is my first spring in the Indy area and I am excited to experience all it has to offer. Here is a sampling of events happening in Indy this spring:

Indianapolis International Film Festival
April 25-May 5
Features 191 films representing 45 nations

U.S. National Synchronized Swimming Championships
April 26-April 28
Featuring Pan Am and Olympic Games trials, solo, duet, team free and team tech routines

Victorians' Secrets: A 19th-Century Underwear Exhibit at the Morris-Butler House
February 14-June 9 (Wednesday-Saturday)
Cost is included with a tour of the house

Orchard in Bloom Garden Show at the Holliday Park Nature Center
April 27-April 29
Has everything from plants to landscaped gardens to household accessories, from handcrafted items to fine art to children's activities








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