The Buzz - Deadly Crash In Brownsburg, Winter Percussion & Farmer's Market Applications

 In This Issue of the Buzz 😀 

  🌞 Local Weather

⭐ Shop Local/Buy Local - Business

 🥁🎵 Brownsburg Winter Percussion Places 2nd

🥕🍓  B’burg Farmers Market 2024: Vendor Applications Open

⛔ Deadly Crash In Brownsburg + Gunshot Victim

👮‍♂️ Brownsburg Annual Police Report

✳ School News - BHS Graduation, FAFSA Help

 📆 Upcoming Local Events

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Brownsburg Winter Percussion Places 2nd At WGI Indy Regional

Kudos to Brownsburg Winter Percussion for their remarkable accomplishment, securing 2nd place at the WGI Indianapolis Percussion Regional, held on March 2-3, 2024! With a season-high score of 84.1.

Their captivating show, titled “Curated,” won over both the audience and judges, making a memorable impact.

Brownsburg Farmers Market 2024: Vendor Applications Open

The 2024 Brownsburg Farmers Market, under the sponsorship of IU Health West Hospital, convenes every Thursday from 4 pm to 7 pm on the lush grounds of the Brownsburg Town Hall Green in the heart of Brownsburg. Each week, patrons have the opportunity to explore and purchase from an assembly of over 30 vendors. The market season is peppered with distinctive themed events including the notable Brownsburg Kiwanis Strawberry Festival, Non-Profit Day, Kid Biz Night, among others.

Highlighted Market Events:

• June 6: Celebrate craftsmanship on Artisan Night, courtesy of the Hendricks County Arts Council.

• June 13: Enjoy the Strawberry Shortcake Festival, a collaborative effort with the Kiwanis Club.

• June 20: A night dedicated to canine companions.

• June 27: Experience live tunes with The Strays for Music at the Market.

• July 4: The market takes a hiatus.

• July 11: Entrepreneurial spirit shines on Kid Biz Market Night.

• July 18: Get festive with Christmas in July.

• July 25: Brad McCord brings his musical talent to Music at the Market.

• August 1: Shining a spotlight on non-profits.

• August 8: Savor the season at the Corn Roast, with Weber Farms.

• August 15: Networking and community focus on Chamber Night, alongside the Greater Brownsburg Chamber of Commerce.

• August 22: Revel in Motorsport Mania.

• August 29: Nate Wolfe serenades the market with Music at the Market.

Vendor Participation at Brownsburg Farmers Market: The market proudly promotes the local economy by supporting Central Indiana's small businesses, agriculturalists, producers, and craftspersons, presenting a diverse array of locally sourced goods.

We welcome your participation at the Brownsburg Farmers Market. Application deadlines are as follows: Full-season vendors must apply by May 4 for eligibility, while prospective weekly vendors are required to submit applications at least 14 days prior to their intended start date.

Eligibility is exclusive to those who directly grow, produce, or bake their offerings. Resale items are strictly prohibited to maintain the integrity of our grower-producer market. Direct sellers or resellers are not eligible at this time.

Vendor application forms are accessible online.

Food Trucks: For food truck operators interested in joining our event, please complete the online Food Truck Interest Form.

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Deadly Crash In Brownsburg: Gunshot Victim Found in Car Wreckage at Residential Home

Brownsburg - On Tuesday, March 5, 2024 a man was discovered to be deceased from a gunshot wound after his car crashed into a house. The incident occurred in the Eagle Crossing neighborhood, near the intersection of 56th and Raceway Rd., with police finding the man deceased in his car upon their arrival.

It was reported that a four-door passenger car veered off its course, striking the rear of a house on Memorial Knoll Drive. The Hendricks County Sheriff's office was alerted to the crash shortly before 4:40 p.m. Tuesday. The crash and gunshot are under investigation, with no details yet on the man's identity or the events leading up to the incident.

Read / Download the Brownsburg Annual Police Report

CR 400 Road Improvements Project

(Road Closure Delayed)

UPDATE (February 29): The E CR 400 N. road closure has been delayed and will begin on or after March 8.

REMINDER: Starting on or after March 1, E. CR 400 N., from Ronald Reagan Parkway to 950 E., will be closed for road reconstruction and bridge replacement. The road will remain closed through the end of June. During this time, the detour route will use E. CR 300 N.

To get more information about this project, visit https://www.brownsburg.org/703/CR-400-Road-Improvements.

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(Excerpted from the BHS Team 2024 Newsletter)

Brownsburg High School Graduation

Brownsburg High School Graduation will be at 10am on Saturday, June 8th, 2024. If there is rain the following plans will fall into place

Rain Plan B: Saturday, June 8th at 2pm

Rain Plan C: Saturday, June 8th at 6pm

Rain Plan D: Sunday, June 9th at 2pm

Graduation Practice will be on Friday, June 7th at 10am. Students who plan to walk at graduation must be present for practice.

2024-2025 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid)

The 2024-2025 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is now available to file at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa .

Filing the FAFSA is the most important step in the financial aid process and determines eligibility for both state of Indiana and federal aid. Students pursuing short-term certificate training, associate/bachelor’s degrees and even some apprenticeships may receive financial aid by completing the FAFSA. The state deadline to file is April 15, 2024. Check the financial aid websites of post-secondary institutions for deadline information because some have sooner deadlines. It is recommended to file the FAFSA as soon as possible. The attached flyer includes information for how, when, and what you need to file the FAFSA. Please note the FAFSA requires 2022 tax return information.

Creating an FSA ID (Federal Student Aid log-in) is the first step, and both the student and at least one parent need an account. There is a delay from the time the FSA ID is created until you can use it, so it is recommended to do this well ahead of time before starting and submitting the FAFSA. To create the FSA ID, visit https://studentaid.gov/fsa-id/create-account/launch . The FSA ID is how students and parents sign and submit the FAFSA.

Here are some helpful financial aid websites to learn more about the FAFSA:

· https://studentaid.gov/

· https://learnmoreindiana.org/paying-for-college/fafsa/

A video recording of our September financial aid presentation by INvestEd can also be found on the Team 2024 website at https://bhs.brownsburg.k12.in.us/brownsburg-high-school/team-2024

Note: The Indiana General Assembly passed Senate Enrolled Act (SEA) 167-2023 which requires high school seniors to file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or affirmatively opt out of filing by April 15th. If you plan to opt out, please fill out the FAFSA Waiver Form at https://www.in.gov/che/files/57326-2024-2025-FAFSA-Nonparticipation-for-Students-Graduating-2023-2024-1.pdf, and submit it to the Team 2024 office by April 15th.

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BHS FAFSA Help Night

On Monday, March 18th, BHS will be hosting another FAFSA Completion Help Night. Seniors and families are encouraged to attend for FREE help in completing this crucial financial aid form. Experts from INvestEd will help you file the FAFSA with confidence while avoiding common mistakes. Families may come in anytime between 3:30 and 7:30 p.m. for assistance. It will take place in the BHS Cafeteria and entrance is through Door 6. This is not a presentation, but rather a time for students and families to receive assistance with the FAFSA. We will have laptops available for this event.This is also a great opportunity should you have financial aid questions.

Important note from INvestEd: There is a delay from the time the FSA ID is created until the family is able to use it (possibly 1-4 days). Therefore, we strongly encourage students and parents create this account well ahead of the FAFSA workshop. If you need help, you can use INvestEd’s Creating your FSA ID worksheet or call their team at 317-715-9007.

INvestEd is an Indiana not-for-profit and has offered FREE help to families for over 40 years. For more information on INvestEd check out their website: https://www.investedindiana.org/ .

Upcoming Local Events

March 2024

• VITA Free Tax Prep

  • Date: (Ongoing through various dates)

  • Description: Free tax preparation for individuals and families with a combined household income of $66,000 or less in 2023, by IRS-certified volunteers.

  • More Information: Brownsburg Public Library website​​.

• The HR Lab

  • Date: Wednesday, March 6, 2024

  • Location: Eiteljorg Museum

  • More information can be found here on Eventbrite.

• Brownsburg Hiring Fair

  • Date: March 7, 2024

  • Description: A hiring fair featuring over 20 local businesses and non-profit organizations, including free headshot photos for job seekers.

  • More Information: Brownsburg Parks​​.

• Rain Garden Maintenance - Volunteer Opportunity

  • Date: March 7, 2024 - 12pm - 3pm

  • Description: Our staff will cut dead debris while volunteers help rake out and remove the material and litter pick up.

  • More Info: Sign Up

  Improv Now

  • Date: March 11, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.

  • Description: An improv event promising a night of entertainment and laughter.

  • Location: Eaton Hall, 61 N. Green Street, Brownsburg, IN 46112

  • More Information: Greater Indiana Florida College Booster Club

• Board of Zoning Appeals - Monthly Meeting

  • Date: March 11, 2024 - 6:00pm

  • Description: A public meeting held by the Board of Zoning Appeals

  • More Info.: Town of Brownsburg

• Park Authority Meeting

  • Date: March 14, 2024

  • Description: A public meeting held by the Park Authority.

  • More Information: Brownsburg Parks​​.

• Teen Glow Egg Hunt

  • Date: March 15, 2024

  • Description: A nighttime glow-in-the-dark egg hunt for teens aged 12-16, featuring a color blast battle, sword fights, and a glow dance party.

  • More Information: Brownsburg Parks​​.

• Morning Bird Hike

  • Date: March 16, 2024

  • Description: A morning birdwatching hike led by a naturalist, encouraging all birders to join.

  • More Information: Brownsburg Parks​​.

• GRP Cars & Coffee

  • Date: March 16, 2024

  • Description: Hosted by Graham Rahal Performance, this event features free admission, free donuts and coffee, a bounce house, and a lineup of GRP’s latest inventory. A family-friendly event encouraging guests to bring their cars or motorcycles.

  • More Information: AllEvents.in - GRP Cars & Coffee​​.

• Flea Market

  • Date: March 16, 2024

  • Description: Shop home goods, clothing, props, costumes, new shoes, Disney collectibles, Loungefly bags, and much more at the Flea Market. Multiple families & vendors will be present, with space available for vendors to rent.

  • More Information: AllEvents.in - Flea Market​​.

• Lock-In

  • Date: March 22, 2024, from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.

  • Description: An overnight event filled with various activities for attendees.

  • Location: The Flow Space, 8131 Kingston Street; Suite 500, Avon, IN 46123

  • More Information: Greater Indiana Florida College Booster Club

• Experience FC

  • Date: March 29, 2024

  • Description: An opportunity for individuals to experience what Florida College has to offer through various presentations and activities.

  • More Information: Greater Indiana Florida College Booster Club