 July 2026Cookouts, friends, and fireworks a plenty! The dog days of summer are here, and the neighborhood is a buzz in fireworks and freedom. Thank you to everyone who participated in the East side games, another amazing showing from Springdale, bringing home the silver! Also in this edition of the Temple Oak Times; lots of events around the Near Eastside, and lots of plants! Be on the lookout for more information around Feast of Lanterns. We'll be looking for volunteers to help staff the booth and provide any plants (or anything really) you're willing to part with. See you in the streets, Springdale! Mark Your CalendarsUpcoming Events Aug. 1st @ 9 AM - 3 PM: Yard Sales Aug. 22 @ 4 PM: Feast of Lanterns Sept. 19th @ 9 AM: Arsenal Tech 5k Oct. 24th @ 9 AM: Fall Clean-Up Monthly Meeting Date: First Wednesday of the Month Time: 6:30 PM Location: Chinquapin Oak Park 2319 Nowland Ave
Bring a chair! EASTSIDE GAMES   Also, thank you everyone who came for the neighborhood clean up. The rain delayed us a little bit, but after the sun came out, so did the neighbors in force. The streets and the alley's needed it after a few postponed attempts. It's always great to see so many helping hands!    Springdale Soil & Spades Hi y'all! It's Rachel, current SNA President, roommate of The Temple Oak, and Purdue Extension Master Gardener Intern. As we are slowing down in our gardens and letting nature do it's work, I want to take this time to explain some categories of plants. Native Non-Native Invasive Aggressive  Native - a native species is one that naturally occurs in a given region. Native species evolved alongside other local life. Over time, they all formed close ecological relationships. Native species are well adapted to local conditions, so they usually don't need help to survive and thrive.  Non-Native - a non-native species is one that does not naturally occur in a given region. While all invasive species are non-native, not all non-native species are invasive. That is important to note. While non-native species may not invade wild spaces and may provide some wildlife benefit, their benefits pale in camparison with native species. Non-native wildflowers, or "weeds" to some people, are plants that have "naturalized" in the new world.  Invasive - an invasive species is one that is aggressive and causes harm to the environment, economy, or human health. While an invasive species is aggressive, not all aggressive species are invasive. Invasives are a problem because they can outcompete native ones, which reduces biodiversity. Invasive species do not support wildlife throughout the year. They may bloom for a week or two, but that's all the wildlife gets. Native plants, on the other hand, provide support and value for much longer. Check out Purdue's List of Invasives from the Indiana Invasive Species Council  Aggressive - an aggressive species is one that spreads quickly or outcompetes others. Aggressive species can be either native or non-native. Aggressive natives are still good for biodiversity and our ecosystems. Aggressive non-natives cause significant environmental harm; invasive. FINAL THOUGHTS Take a look around in your yard and pay attention to the behavior of your plants year after year. By learning about the species in your yard, you can make informed choices about what should be removed, encouraged, or planted in your space. More information to come on some common invasives in Springdale and what you can do to remove them and keep them from spreading and coming back!  No sprouts this month. Got a sprout to shout? Reply to this email, we'd love to tell the world (or at least Springdale)! Near Eastside NewsNews From Our Local Friends  The Near Eastside's Favorite Day of the Year! Stay tuned for information and volunteer sign-up for our booth. In the meantime, start splitting your plants and getting starts going. If you have leftover pots or see any around, we'll gladly accept them. This year we are focusing on house plants only. Looking forward to continuing the Springdale plant share tradition for another year! Arsenal Tech 5k
 YARD SALES THIS SATURDAY     Join Teacher's Treasure on Sunday, August 9, from 1–4 PM at Guggman Haus Brewing Co. for an afternoon of Euchre, community, and giving back at Teachers' Treasures first annual Euchre Tournament! Click here for more details.  Dear Springdale Neighborhood, Greetings! I am the newly elected and installed chancellor commander (i.e., president) of Sir Adams Lodge #1449 of the Knights of Pythias in downtown Indianapolis. We are a community organization that hosts monthly meetings, charity events, social outings, and festive dinners/breakfasts. We are open to all adults. We meet on the first Saturday of every month (except July) at 10:00 AM, preceded by a social hour including coffee and snacks at 9:00 AM, at 525 North Illinois Street (5th floor), Indianapolis, IN, 46204. Our next meeting will be Saturday, August 1st. We are looking to raise awareness of Sir Adams Lodge in the local community and hope to increase attendance at our events. Members of your neighborhood organization are welcome to attend our future events, so please share our meeting information with anyone interested. We would be happy to collaborate on some neighborhood initiatives and have a presence at community events, since our building is relatively close to the Springdale neighborhood. Thanks, Colin Denhart 765-586-2884 Do you often find yourself with lots of leftovers?  The Chinquapin Bulletin BoardUpdates from neighbors, lost & found, and general notices We did it again, Springiers! Not a single item has been reported lost or found!
If there is ever anything you'd like to share with the neighborhood, or you've misplaced something worth finding, let us know, and we'll spread the word.
Email springdaleindy@gmail.com or reply to this newsletter - we got you. Meet Springdalian Dayana!Hello families! My name is Dayana, and I offer Spanish tutoring services in the area. I have:
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I truly enjoy supporting families and being there when they need an extra helping hand. Building strong relationships with children and their families is one of the most rewarding parts of my work. If you are looking for reliable, caring, and experienced support for your child, please feel free to contact me. I would be happy to answer any questions. Thank you! Dayana (561)808-5154  Want to feature something awesome? Respond to this email or reach out to springdaleindy@gmail.com Newsletter Around the Near EastsideNotable newsletter full of useful Near Eastside information Councilor Jesse Brown email newsletter (District 13) A Guide to Indy’s Near Eastside (Drink, Eat, Shop, Visit, Services) IndyEast Promise Zone email newsletter Near Eastside email newsletter (John H. Boner Community Center) NEAR email newsletter State Senator Andrea Hunley (District 46) email newsletter U.S. Congressman Andre Carson email newsletter Want to add a newsletter? Reply to this email to request an addition. Government ServicesHelpful Numbers, Emails, & Who to Contact  Indiana Government Services Your Neighborhood VolunteersDidn't find an answer above? We're here! Springdale Neighborhood Association Board
President: Rachel James-Dolan Vice-President: Bryan Bernard Secretary: Jeff Grossman Treasurer: Erin James-Dolan Springdale Committees and Representatives
Housing Committee Chair: Jeff Grossman Beautification Committee Chair: OPEN Welcome Committee Chair: Katie Doyle Social Committee Chair: RJD Dewey's Sunshine Garden: Chet Crump SASS Master: Kevin Sawrie NESCO Representative: Jeff Grossman Temple Oak Chairs: The James-Dolans Want to get involved? Email SpringdaleIndy@gmail.com     Copyright © 2026, Springdale Neighborhood Association, All rights reserved. Springdale Neighborhood Association is a 501(c)3 public charity |
