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Magic Bus it has been doing a great job. The 65,000 square-foot fitness center at IUPUI has more than 4,000 members, and is always looking for more. On top of that, NIFS offers an online wellness education program and more than 80 programs from Aqua Classes to Zumba. And these guys really know what they’re talking about: NIFS conducts research with their state-of-the-art equipment, brings health education to Indy, and services more than 40 fitness centers in 15 states. 250 University Blvd., 274-3432, nifs.org. 2nd: Indy Bike Hub YMCA 3rd: Lifetime Fitness Local Tattoo/Piercing Studio Metamorphosis Metamorphosis is on a 10-year winning streak as Best Tattoo/Piercing Studio. With a prime Broad Ripple location, professional and artistic staff, as well as one of the most extensive selections of body jewelry you’re likely to find anywhere, Metamorphosis has earned the Best of Indy designation. The nine professional artists include six tattoo artists who are eager to pair their creative energy with the desires of the customer to develop the
ideal tattoo. All artists have their own flavor, their own flair, which can be seen in the store’s expansive reference library, flash gallery and custom artwork. 828 Broad Ripple Ave., 4661666, metamorphosisink.com. 2nd: Artistic Skin Designs 3rd: Irish Ink Local Smoke/ Tobacco Shop Magic Bus Another in a long streak of wins for Magic Bus, a better-than-average head shop featuring plenty of papers, pipes and props to improve or enhance consumption, as well as a good selection of clothing (some hemp, some organic, most with funny/funky sayings on the front), personal products made from natural and organic ingredients, all manner of incense, candles and aromatherapy, only this one is conveniently located in a strip mall across the street from the high school. 1073 Broad Ripple Ave., 251-5463. 2nd: Hardwicke’s Pipe & Tobacco 3rd: The Cigar Bar Keep an eye on our coverage every day at nuvo.net
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