Think Fishers: April - June 2021

MEET YOUR NEIGHBORS Fishers residents bring light to mental health challenges page 6

ARTISTIC ENDEAVORS IN FISHERS Learn about the art installations going in around the city page 10

APRIL - JUNE 2021

A NEW KIND OF PLAYGROUND Fishers Parks moves to a new home with exciting possibilities page 20

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MAYOR FADNESS LETTER TO OUR RESIDENTS Spring is upon us and brighter days ahead as we see increased vaccination availability and slower spread of COVID. As we look ahead to 2021's warmer months, I would be remiss if i didn't take a moment to honor an individual who meant so much to me -- and to the community we have today. Warren Harling was a mentor of mine. We would meet monthly for breakfast where we would discuss and debate ideas for our community. He genuinely wanted to do right for his city.

He never wanted credit or attention. He was the extraordinary at running a meeting and providing a constructive space for residents to voice their concerns.

On the day of my first swearing in ceremony. He provided me with a watch (he collected them) and a letter. It was his way of telling me that it was now my time and that I needed to rise to the occasion. I will miss his stories and his friendship.

Read more about this exceptional man who passed away this March on page 14.

Yours in service,

Scott A. Fadness ON THE COVER Art is blooming in Fishers, including Seasons Nouveau. Learn more on page 10.

MAYOR OF FISHERS Scott Fadness DEPUTY MAYOR Elliott Hultgren CITY JUDGE Daniel E. Henke CITY CLERK Jennifer Kehl CITY CONTROLLER Lisa Bradford CITY ATTORNEY Chris Greisl PUBLIC HEALTH DIRECTOR Monica Heltz DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS Eric Pethtel DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING Jason Taylor DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Megan Baumgartner DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & ZONING Tony Bagato DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION Sarah Sandquist DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Tracy Gaynor DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Ethan Lee DIRECTOR OF EMPLOYEE & CUSTOMER RELATIONS Molly Connolly DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Ashley Elrod ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PR Stephanie Perry MARKETING & PR MANAGER Kara Hall BRAND COORDINATOR, DESIGN & LAYOUT Elizabeth Creakbaum Think Fishers is the official magazine for the City of Fishers, Indiana and is produced in-house by the City's PR team. Additional copies are available at City Hall. If you would like more information, visit fishers.in.us.

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CHECK IT OUT! ATTEND A CITY COUNCIL MEETING Meetings are open to the public and held the third Monday of the month at 7 p.m. at the City Hall Auditorium. Residents can submit public comments, view the live stream and recorded meetings, and see meeting minutes at fishers.in.us/CityCouncil.

As a community we continue to work through the pandemic yet still move forward in a smart, vibrant, and entrepreneurial spirit. In 2021, the City Council, will continue to move the community forward by updating the 2040 vision and the City's plan to build a sustainable community. As part of the plan, the Future Land Use committee will be diving into topics such as “What should be the City’s intent for land uses or other characteristics,” in identified areas. The Housing and Neighborhoods committee is exploring topics such as the diversity of housing supply, improving connectivity to neighborhood amenities and affordable housing. The Parks Committee discusses gap analysis and need, programming and arts, as well an existing parkland utilization.

Our Transportation Committee explores pedestrian safety, road maintenance and investment, and traffic patterns. As the Council and committee members discuss ways to improve our community, the plans will be implemented over time permitting a better place to live work and play. To learn more about the 2040 City of Fishers plan or to get involved, visit fishers.in.us/2040.

MAY IS NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH MONTH and there are three men in Fishers who are working to bring light to the important topic.

Scott Fussell, Mike Riekhof, and Erik Robinson, all men who reside in Fishers, are pushing to erase the stigma around mental health in the community and beyond. While they all focus on different segments of the population and different strategies to do the work, they all have one goal: “how do we take the stigma away from mental health?”

All three have their personal “why,” and they have collectively come together to make Fishers a better place to live as it relates to anxiety, depression, and other mental illnesses. Erik and Scott are not shy about making it known that Mike is the leader of their pack. He is the one who has provided leadership and guidance as Scott and Erik continue to move forward with their initiatives.

Scott Fussell presents Mike Riekhof with the Peyton Riekhof Foundation for Youth Hope.

Mike Riekhof founded the Peyton Riekhof Youth Foundation for Hope after his daughter, Peyton, lost her battle with depression in 2013. The mission of the foundation is to increase awareness of the risk of suicide in youth with mental illness, with a specific emphasis on depression.

Scott Fussell and his family had been dealing with anxiety and depression while trying to find a treatment that worked the best for them. He came across Mike and the foundation, and decided to hold a fundraising event to support Mike’s mission. Little did anyone know that this event would serve as a launch for Scott’s future efforts to raise awareness and support of mental health.

Q&A Scott Fussell NEIGHBORHOOD Sandstone Scott Fussell hosts Shift Sessions

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Sun King (especially the upper deck), closely followed by Ohana, Ale Emporium, and Another Broken Egg. Shoutout to DQ our daughter works there.

FAVORITE LOCAL BUSINESS Athletic Annex. Great service and selection; even better people.

FAVORITE FISHERS PARK Brooks School Park is essentially in our backyard. We love it and visit daily. And, Friday evening field trips to Flat Fork are a family go-to.

BEST WAY TO SPEND A SATURDAY The Fishers Farmers' Market, followed by a Fishers to Cicero loop on the bike or 18 at a nearby course, capped off by grilling with the family.

That event – called Shift – evolved into The Shift Initiative, a movement built to be a connection point to resources, programming, and conversations that shift the way people think, talk, act, and care about mental health and wellness.

Lastly, and certainly not least, comes in Erik Robinson. Erik began Building a Refuge after struggles from a bankruptcy that led to anxiety, depression, and ultimately an attempt at taking his own life. What saved Erik was community, and the ability for men to come together and talk about issues that they were dealing with mentally. That is the mission of Building a Refuge, to build community and a safe place for men to talk about these issues.

Q&A Erik Robinson NEIGHBORHOOD Towns at Avalon North

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Scott Fussell related seeing a counselor or therapist as similar to a hitting coach for baseball. “If you want to be the best baseball player out there, you’re going to take lessons from a hitting coach. Why isn’t that the case when it comes to mental health, when it is something that controls almost everything we do?”

A resource that they want to make sure is known is the partnership between Hamilton Southeastern Schools (HSE) and Community Health Network. Through this partnership, HSE school counselors refer students to licensed mental health counselors with their parents’ consent, where students will then meet with them within the schools to remove barriers to accessing quality mental health care. For more information on this you can visit fishers.in.us/HSEMentalHealth.

While COVID-19 has halted the in-person group sessions of Building a Refuge, you can stay up to date with their activities by visiting facebook.com/BuildingARefuge.

The Shift Initiative has been able to stay active with a series of online programming that includes interest specific circles, roundtable discussions, and live events. You can check out their upcoming events and new website: fishers.in.us/ShiftInitiative.

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Ego and pride were mentioned several times during their conversations.

It is often the case that men, particularly in a well-off community like Fishers, believe that they need to have and act like they have everything together. Mike, Scott, and Erik want to get the message out to the Fishers community and beyond that, “it is okay not to be okay,” especially for men. Most parents of school-aged children grew up with the mentality that, “boys don’t cry,” and to simply not show emotions as it is a sign of vulnerability. Mike talked about how he will receive calls from parents asking for guidance on how to help their children deal with anxiety or depression, and most of the time parents start it off with, “don’t tell anyone, but my kid needs help.” While it took all of them time to come to this conclusion, they now believe that vulnerability is powerful.

The Peyton Riekhof Foundation for Youth Hope is planning for their annual Play for Peyton Memorial Softball Tournament this fall. To stay up to date with their events and resources visit: thepeytonriekhoffoundation.com.

Learn more about the City of Fishers Mental Health Initiative when you visit stigmafreefishers.com.

Q&A Mike Riekhof NEIGHBORHOOD Tamenend

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Depends on my appetite, but I enjoy El Lago, Puccini's, and C.R. Heroes All of them agreed that there is not a lack of resources out there for mental health services, but the issue is accepting and seeking BEST WAY TO SPEND A SATURDAY the assistance and the stigma that remains around receiving help, In the spring, summer, and fall - golf, and in the winter I enjoy watching particularly for men. college basketball.

SPRING INTO MENTAL WELLNESS ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, AND OTHER MENTAL HEALTH ISSUES have been on the rise and in Fishers, the work of the Mental Health Initiative exists to break down the stigma associated with mental illness while providing education and support to create a mentally healthy community. Studies are showing that many people are feeling anxious during COVID-19, whether they were previously diagnosed with anxiety disorder or not1.

As the rates of COVID-19 transmission are decreasing, it is essential for us to continue to follow all public health orders. In the meantime, here are some tips to help us with our mental health during the spring and summer season.

WHEN TO SEEK HELP Our partners at Campaign to Change Direction provide an easy guide to assess when yourself or a loved one may need to seek additional support or help.

• Personality changes in a way that seems different for that person.

Try these activities at home to help boost your mental health:

DEEP BREATHING (BOX BREATHING) Engaging in breathing techniques can help calm body and mind. Box Breathing, Four-Square Breathing or Controlled Breathing is a technique used by Special Forces, surgeons, and public speakers. Box breathing can reduce stress and improve your mood2. How to do it: Breath in through your nose filling up your belly for four seconds. Hold for four seconds. Exhale through your mouth for four seconds. Hold for four seconds. Repeat at least four times.

• Agitation or displaying anger, anxiety, or moodiness.

• Withdrawal or isolation from others.

• Poor self-care and perhaps engaging in risky behavior.

• Hopelessness or feelings of being overwhelmed and worthless.

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Mindful meditation and mindful coloring are a few activities to refocus on the present moment and aid in reducing stress and worry3.

1. Cassata, C. (n.d.). Being Mindful of Your Mental

GRATITUDE JOURNALING Listing at least three good things you are grateful for when you wake up or before you go to bed can help you tap into positive emotions4.

SENSORY HELP Collect items that tap into your five senses like scented candles, squishy balls, favorite pictures, etc. In times of distress, take this box to help you calm your nerves.

ACTIVITY PLANNER Organize your week by planning to decrease stress.

GET ACTIVE, STAY ACTIVE Whether it is a high intensity exercise or simple stretches, activity helps boost mood and reduce stress and anxiety.

EXPOSE YOURSELF TO POSITIVITY Enjoy a positive podcast or read books that help boost your mood.

Health During the COVID-19 Outbreak. HealthLine.

Retrieved February 23, 2021, from https://www. healthline.com/health-news/taking-care-ofyour-mental-health-during-covid19-outbreak 2. Box Breathing. (2019, February 22).

HealthLine. https://www.healthline.com/ health/box-breathing#benefits 3. Keng, S. L., Smoski, M. J., & Robins, C. J. (2011).

Effects of mindfulness on psychological health: a review of empirical studies. Clinical psychology review, 31(6), 1041–1056. https:// doi.org/10.1016/j.cpr.2011.04.006 4. Harvard Health Publishing. (2019, June 5).

In Praise of Gratitude. Harvard Health. https://www.health.harvard.edu/mindand-mood/in-praise-of-gratitude

HONORING THOSE WHO SACRIFICED ALL FISHERS’ NEW GOLD STAR FAMILIES MEMORIAL PAYS TRIBUTE TO RESIDENTS WHO GAVE EVERYTHING FOR OUR FREEDOM

A LITTLE UNDER 600 MILES FROM FISHERS, a Marine Corps veteran named Herschel “Woody” Williams has dedicated his life to public service and in recognition of Gold Star Families. According to the Foundation’s website, “Mr. Williams’ devotion to duty, service members, veterans, and their families began long before that battle and before he entered the Corps." As World War II began, Woody came into direct contact with families in his own community when he delivered Western Union telegrams informing the Gold Star Families of the death of their loved one. Woody says that those experiences gave him a “greater appreciation for life and an understanding of a difference in death in the normal world as expected in life, and those lost serving in the military for their country.” He noted that “consideration and recognition of the families of those lost in military service was very inadequate.”

This observation and his personal commitment to veterans and their families brought about the creation of the Hershel Woody Williams Medal of Honor Foundation. The activities of this foundation allow Mr. Williams to continue his devotion and commitment to those who have served and the Gold Star families who have lost loved ones to that service above self.

In the fall of 2020, a group of Fishers veterans gathered to form a steering committee to honor Gold Star Families. Gold Star Families are those who have experienced the loss of a loved one who served the United States Armed Forces. The committee launched a campaign to raise funding to bring this special monument to Fishers’ Central Green, home to Liberty Plaza and many Fishers Honors events.

Gold Star Families Memorial Monuments are a two-sided tribute made of black granite. One side bears the words: "Gold Star Families Memorial Monument, a tribute to Gold Star Families and Relatives who sacrificed a Loved One for our Freedom". The other side tells a story through the four granite panels: Homeland, Family, Patriot, and Sacrifice. The scenes on each panel reflect each community’s Gold Star Families and their fallen heroes. At the center of this tribute is a silhouette of the loved one who paid ultimate sacrifice in the name of freedom. To date, Woody and his foundation are responsible for establishing 76 Gold Star Families Memorial Monuments across the United States, with more than 74 additional monuments underway in 50 states.

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The City of Fishers and Fishers Parks Foundation are raising funds to create the Fishers Gold Star Families Memorial Monument honor the survivors of veterans who gave the greatest sacrifice for this country and our freedom. Learn more and donate at fishers.in.us/GoldStar.

NEW PUBLIC ART DEBUTS AROUND FISHERS THIS SPRING

THE SPRING FLOWERS aren’t the only splashes of color popping up around Fishers this season. New public artworks are infusing vibrancy into the downtown Nickel Plate District after a dreary and snowy winter.

This piece, part of Tasha Beckwith's Seasons Nouveau, is on display on the Edge Parking Garage. It will brighten the Fishers art scene alongside Koda Witsken and Israel Soloman's Wes Montgomery mural (pictured right).

If you’ve driven west on 116th Street through downtown Fishers recently, you’ve likely spotted the colorful, large-scale banners on the Edge Parking Garage (8890 East 116th Street). The new banner series, Seasons Nouveau, highlights the diversity of our community while drawing inspiration from the four seasons.

The banners were designed by Indianapolis-based artist Tasha Beckwith, a graduate of Herron School of Art and Design who has previously worked on projects with the City of Indianapolis and the Arts Council of Indianapolis.

Beckwith was inspired by the Art Nouveau movement and the work of Czech painter, Alphonse Mucha, when creating this one-of-a-kind series for Fishers.

The banners will be on display for approximately 12-18 months.

This summer, a new mural showcasing Fishers’ dynamic community life will debut on the Fishers Police Department Parking Garage (4 Municipal Drive), establishing a key focal point along the Nickel Plate Trail. Portions of the trail were paved in late 2020 and will open this spring. The artist behind the lively, 1,000-square-foot mural is Becky Hochhalter from Terre Haute, Indiana.

Another artwork will find its way back to Fishers this summer. The traveling Wes Montgomery mural, which premiered in front of Fishers City Hall last October before traveling to multiple locations around Hamilton County, will find a permanent home in Fishers this summer. Wes Montgomery spotlights the jazz guitarist from Indiana who served as inspiration for Jimi Hendrix, and is the first artwork in Koda Witsken and Israel Solomon’s series, A Celebration of the Cultural Contributions of Black Hoosiers: A Traveling Mural Program.

Another artwork is set to premiere this fall: a large-scale, interactive work at the Hamilton East Public Library’s Fishers branch (5 Municipal Drive). The artwork will be incorporated into the Library’s new entrance and outdoor plaza along the Nickel Plate Trail.

Funding for these artworks was provided by the Fishers Arts & Culture Commission. In 2019, the Commission completed a community survey as part of their master planning process. Survey results identified permanent art installations as a top priority for Fishers residents. Last summer, the Commission received $450,000 from the City of Fishers to fund art and culture projects around the community. The City acquired the funds through the sale of the Meyer Najem building (11787 Lantern Road) and received proceeds of this sale due to the Economic Development Agreement negotiated between the City and Meyer Najem in 2012. In August 2020, the Fishers Arts & Culture Commission announced seven new art projects, using the funds acquired from the Meyer Najem sale.

Proposals were open to artists and artist teams nationwide and were submitted

through a RFQ process. Project artists were then selected by the Fishers Arts & Culture Commission’s Nickel Plate District Cultural Designation Subcommittee, which includes representatives from local non-profit arts organizations, Nickel Plate District business owners, residents, Commission members, and City of Fishers staff.

Nickel Plate Arts, and Fishers Arts Council are inclusive, authentic, engaging, collaborative, innovative, and educational.

Though 2020 did not let us gather and enjoy our community like we were used to, we saw these partners rise to the challenge and continued to engage our residents through take-home art kits, art education webinars, and While public artwork has been a major more. The Commission was able to help direct focus of the Commission for 2021, another over $400,000 in economic development major project will debut this spring online. funds to public art projects that residents will In collaboration with the City of Fishers, the soon see in the Nickel Plate District.

Commission has created a one-stop-shop arts and culture online destination on the City’s In 2021, the Commission will continue to lifestyle website, ThisIsFishers.com. The new address the goals in the Fishers Arts & Culture Art & Culture subsite features an inclusive Master Plan, as well as support the Indiana and open community calendar, public art Arts Commission’s statewide cultural district map, artist spotlights, and more. The site was consortium. The Commission and the City of a major goal outlined in the Arts & Culture Fishers are proud that the Nickel Plate District Master Plan in 2019. is recognized as one of only ten statewide designated cultural districts in Indiana and “Since January 2019, the Fishers Arts & Culture we will continue to help foster a cultural Commission has been dedicated to assisting destination with our partners.” the City of Fishers in becoming an art and cultural destination,” said David Decker, Chair To view the Fishers Arts & Culture Master of the Fishers Arts & Culture Commission. “We Plan and learn more about the FACC, check strive that cultural events in partnership with out thisisfishers.com/FACC. Fishers Parks, Hamilton East Public Library,

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Here are just a few of the ways volunteering can affect you positively:

• MEET NEW PEOPLE & BUILD COMMUNITY

THE ART OF GIVING & RECEIVING HOW VOLUNTEERING TO HELP OTHERS CAN HELP YOU

WITH BUSY LIVES, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. However,

the benefits of volunteering can be enormous. Volunteering offers vital help to people in need, worthwhile causes, and the community, but the benefits can be even greater for you, the volunteer. The right match can help you to find friends, connect with the community, learn new skills, and even advance your career. Giving to others can also help protect your mental and physical health. It can reduce stress, combat depression, keep you mentally stimulated, and provide a sense of purpose. While it’s true that the more you volunteer, the more benefits you’ll experience, volunteering doesn’t have to involve a long-term commitment or take a huge amount of time out of your busy day. Giving in even simple ways can help those in need and improve your health and happiness.

Nationally, approximately 63 million Americans, 25% of the adult population, gives their time, talent, and treasure to making a difference to their communities and not-for-profit organizations. The City of Fishers is fortunate to have a diverse and dedicated team of volunteers who help and assist with City events, projects, and initiatives. In 2020, over 350 individual and group volunteers dedicated over 17,000 hours of their time and energy towards our cause. Whether volunteering with the Fishers Police Department, Fishers Fire Corp, the AgriPark, Fishers Farmers' Market or other events hosted by Fishers Parks, these wonderful people help make our community a vibrant place to live, work, and play.

Volunteering strengthens your ties to the community and broadens your support network, exposing you to people with common interests, neighborhood resources, and fun and fulfilling activities.

• GAIN KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING

Volunteering can give you the opportunity to bring people into your social network you otherwise wouldn’t get to meet and learn from those who come from different walks of life.

• GAIN A SENSE OF PURPOSE & BECOME HAPPIER Volunteering has been shown to give you a sense of accomplishment and to increase feelings of happiness. Volunteering is indeed a known mechanism to help fight all sorts of mental issues like depression, anxiety, stress, and anger.

• BOOST YOUR SELF-ESTEEM

Stepping out of your comfort zone and building new skills is the best way to develop your selfesteem, increasing your self-confidence.

• ADVANCE YOUR CAREER

When you have a volunteering experience to add to your resume, you stand out over job candidates who don’t take the time to give back to society. Volunteering highlights your character, passion, and determination.

• ACCRUE THE HEALTH BENEFITS

Studies have shown that volunteering helps counteract the effects of stress, anger, and anxiety, combats depression, and makes you happy. Studies have found that those who volunteer have a lower mortality rate than those who do not. Older volunteers tend to walk more, find it easier to cope with everyday tasks, are less likely to develop high blood pressure, and have better thinking skills.

Volunteering can also lessen symptoms of chronic pain and reduce the risk of heart disease.

• INCREASE YOUR BRAIN FUNCTION

Volunteering has been shown to increase your ability for problem solving, increase your long-term and short-term memory, and reduce your risk of developing age-related diseases such as Alzheimer’s.

WHY DO YOU VOLUNTEER? JOHN BIERMAN “The Fishers community offers so much to its residents; this is one way I can give back to the city and its residents. I love meeting and talking with people! As I meet more people during the Farmers' Market (my primary volunteer initiative), I have learned more about the community. In turn, I can share that with others who may be relatively new residents. The market vendors work very hard each Saturday setting up and helping them each Saturday hopefully makes their day go better. I may be old(er), but volunteering keeps me younger! “

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“I get to learn new things from a great community that I live. I am so honored to have the opportunity to be part of volunteer group.”

KATE MOUSER “I love to volunteer because I want to make Fishers' parks and the community a better place. I also like to be involved in worthwhile projects and meet new people with similar interests. I have been very fortunate to live in such a beautiful community and I feel joy in being able to make a contribution.”

April kicks off National Volunteer Month. Throughout the month, The City of Fishers will be celebrating the Keep Fishers Beautiful (KFB) initiative. The entire month will be packed full of opportunities to give back to the community. The initiative will share opportunities with community members to keep Fishers beautiful from home, at work, and in your community. For more information on how to get involved in the initiative, visit thisisfishers.com/KeepFishersBeautiful.

Germaine Lee If you are ready to get out and make friends, improve your mental and physical health, and maybe develop new skills along the way, take the Volunteer Pledge today! You can change your life and the lives of others when you do. Find volunteer opportunities and learn more at thisisfishers.com/Volunteer.

TAKE THE PLEDGE!

Show support for your community and local non-profit organizations that contribute to the vibrancy of our city by taking the #VolunteerFishers pledge. Take the pledge and find volunteer opportunities at thisisfishers.com/Volunteer.

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A HEART FOR SERVICE

REMEMBERING A LIFETIME OF SERVICE AND REWARD FOR FISHERS WARREN "BUTCH" HARLING was a proud Fishers resident for over three decades. As a resident spanning the exponential growth of the Fishers community, he served the community for nearly that same amount of time, holding positions on the Planning Commission, Board of Zoning Appeals, Planned Unit Development Committee, Nickel Plate Committee, and various committees throughout the years.

As he recalled in a private letter to Boards and Commissions he had represented, to the City Council, and to City Staff, “I was standing in my front yard on South Street chuckling at a man in a canoe paddling to Archers Grocery store, because the downtown was once again flooded. Before I could even take notice a small, but powerful speaking man stood next to me and said, ‘This has to get fixed… be at the Town’s meeting room at 7 o’clock.’ I did not realize at that moment that I had volunteered to a committee.

A committee spearheaded by the late Roy Holland, a Town Councilmember.”

checks are cashed. However, be super careful because if all you ever do is listen to citizens or remonstrators then Sunblest would be the last community ever built in Fishers.”

Harling’s message to Fishers is clear: serving the community in which you live may mean you sacrifice time and energy but the reward and connection to your community is worth it.

“Together, we watched a little town morph into a city, but also some place we can grow up in, stay, and create generations of Fishers residents.”

Harling, whose father passed away shortly after he turned 16 years old, was raised by his mother Gladys. He recalls, “At every important moment in my life, and even some random moments, she would look at me and say…. “Now go do what you have to do but go be somebody! “

Fishers Resident Warren “Butch” Harling passed away on From that moment, Harling began his lifetime of service Monday, March 1. The Fishers community will forever be for Fishers. As he recalled, “I went to my first meeting and I impacted by his contributions and public servant’s heart. was nervous. Especially as the room began to fill up. First order of business was my swearing in. I was told to raise my hand by the attorney and repeat after him. He read the entire three or four paragraph oath and looked at me to repeat it in its entirety -- a failed exercise on his part.”

WARREN'S WORDS OF ADVICE

A key part of the Town’s early days of development, Harling found himself learning from key figures in the community including Wes Bucher, Doug Church, and others, all giving him “pearls of wisdom that I used all these years.”

• Foster citizen participation and do not take it for granted EVER. • Follow and understand the rules [of the Board or Commission].

• Do not take either side for granted. Hear and listen to what they have to say.

• Take the time to appreciate the group who give up something to be there.

One of those pearls of wisdom provided a little perspective that is relevant even in today’s Fishers. They shared, “give the citizens voices greater weight as they will live with your decisions longer than any politician or after any developers’

• Remember you may be here because it is your job.

They are here for something completely different.

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Stock up for summer at The Wispy Pine Boutique, one of the newest additions to downtown Fishers. Snag all of the season’s essentials, including clothing and accessories for those balmy summer days.

SANGRITA GRILL + CANTINA 11547 YARD STREET, SUITE 810 | SANGRITACANTINA.COM

There’s nothing like sipping on a cold margarita on a hot summer day. Grab an agave spirit at Sangrita Grill & Cantina, located at The Yard at Fishers District. Check out the Nachos Mejor—tortilla chips topped with bison, queso, white cabbage, tomatoes, fresh jalapenos, and House Crema.

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CONNER PRAIRIE MUSEUM STORE

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LE PETIT GÂTEAU

13400 ALLISONVILLE ROAD | CONNERPRAIRIE.ORG

Looking for a unique Mother’s Day gift? The Conner Prairie Museum Store offers a unique selection of handmade and period items, including pottery made on site at Conner Prairie.

Choose from blue and white spongeware, along with floral, Indiana, and nature designs. Admission is not required to shop.

FISHERS FARMERS’ MARKET, 6 MUNICIPAL DRIVE PLAYFISHERS.COM/FARMERSMARKET

The Fishers Farmers’ Market returns to the NPD AMP this May, so you can knock out your weekly grocery shopping while supporting local. Check out the freshly baked goodies from Le Petit Gâteau, including muffins, scones, breads, and sweet treats. The chocolate croissant is a must have!

Find more ways to shop local at thisisfishers.com/ShopLocal.

ENROLL EARLY!

GET EXCITED FOR SCHOOL YEAR 2021-22

IS YOUR CHILD READY for kindergarten?

Hamilton Southeastern Schools is ready for them! HSE offers full-day kindergarten for students who will be five-years-old on or before August 1. If your child has a late summer birthday, they may qualify for Early Entrance to Kindergarten. You can learn more by visiting hseschools.org/About/Enrollment.

Did you know the academic success of students in later years depends heavily upon a quality kindergarten experience? Studies have found that building a strong foundation of learning will help students build confidence and keep them on the path of academic success. Our kindergarten teachers look forward to helping the youngest of learners develop and grow each day.

While attending kindergarten, students will develop skills in problem solving, reading, writing, mathematical reasoning, scientific investigation, and strengthen their social and emotional skills.

“This is such a joyful time of year for us and we plan for your child’s kindergarten year. We can’t wait to welcome your child! They will have the opportunity to create life-long friendships with their neighbors and peers while developing foundational academic skills to support their future successes,” says Director of Elementary Education Dr. Stephanie Loane.

CHECK IT OUT!

Families that enroll their student in HSE kindergarten by April 30, 2021 will be automatically entered into a back-to-school drawing sponsored by the Hamilton Southeastern Education Foundation. One lucky kindergartner from each elementary school will receive a backpack with school supplies and a $50 gift card to Meijer to help get everything needed to have a successful start at HSE Schools.

“The application process to enroll can be done online from the comfort of your home. The process is a bit involved but you can get your enrollment started with some basic information.

You can always come back to your account to upload the other documents,” adds Loane. “The earlier you enroll, the better. School principals and teachers are eager to get to know our families.

We will be able to reach out to families about special school events and make sure their child feels welcome and is excited to begin school.”

HSE Schools is comprised of 13 award-winning There are some documents you will need to provide during the online enrollment process: elementary schools. Families interested in • State-issued Birth Certificate learning more about programming are invited • Parent or Guardian Photo ID to attend Open House events at their assigned • Proof of Guardianship or Custody (if applicable) school on April 13, 2021. Virtual events are • Proof of Residency also being planned. Be on the lookout for more • Current Immunization Records information in the coming weeks.

Virtual instruction classes are being explored for the 2021-2022 school year. Families seeking virtual options should follow the enrollment procedures above. Families who have questions HSE SCHOOLS MAIN OFFICE or need additional assistance may contact their assigned school. Teachers and staff are very 13485 Cumberland Rd. | (317)594.4100 excited to meet the Class of 2034!

ACCESSING MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES HAMILTON SOUTHEASTERN SCHOOLS WORKS TO COMPILE ARTICLES, MEDITATION AUDIOS, & VARIOUS OTHER RESOURCES TO HELP BETTER THE HEALTH OF THE COMMUNITY by Milan Colzani, Senior at Fishers High School THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC has led to an onslaught of global issues, such as unemployment and political instability, with the most prevalent being a worldwide health crisis. However, one harm that is not being readily discussed at large, but is still a pressing issue, is the negative mental health effects of the pandemic on children and adolescents.

According to UNESCO, as of April 2020, over 90% of the world’s students have experienced disruptions in their education, which has left many students with feelings of anxiety, depression, and helplessness.

Hamilton Southeastern Schools thoroughly understands this issue and early on in the pandemic saw a need to provide resources that could be accessed at anytime, anywhere by students and staff.

Mental Health and School Counseling Coordinator Brooke Lawson and Paige Verboncoeur, a student from IUPUI School of Social Work currently interning with Lawson, compiled various resources that students, staff, and families could access in order to promote positive mental health.

The page includes helpful information for students on topics such as mindfulness, meditation, and managing emotions.

Additionally, it includes vetted resources for parents on how to best support their child’s mental health. Resources available on the webpage range from guided meditations to virtual field trips a virtual self-care toolbox. For ease of use, resources are categorized by topic and targeted age group.

“Parents shouldn’t shy away from looking at the articles either,” says Verboncoeur, “and even adults may utilize and find the resources that were meant for kids helpful. The ages outlined on each page are just recommendations.”

According to a Panorama survey completed in the fall 2020, students reported substantial gains in emotional regulation, grit, growth mindset, self-management and social awareness.

The webpage provides the school community an additional avenue to strengthen and nurture these five key skills. The diversity of resources allows students, staff and families to access materials that best support their needs and interests.

CHECK IT OUT!

View the resources and learn more by visiting https://bit.ly/3qs10xb.

FISHERS’ GROWING LIFE SCIENES INDUSTRY IN THE LAST TWO DECADES, the life sciences sector in the U.S. has demonstrated rapid growth, expanding nearly five times as fast as the overall economy. The City of Fishers has felt the impact of the growing industry, experiencing a notable rise in the relocation and expansion of life science companies over the last year.

Two notable investments from the industry have come from contract development & manufacturing organizations (CDMOs) Genezen Labs and INCOG Biopharma.

In Spring 2020, Genezen Labs announced its expansion plans in the City, investing $7.8 million into a 25,000 square foot lab and office space, while adding 36 jobs by 2024. Later in the year, the startup INCOG Biopharma announced its intent to invest $60 million in its 60,000 square foot Fishers-based headquarters, with plans to bring 150 jobs to the City by 2024.

THE RISING ROLE OF THE CDMOs IN THE LIFE SCIENCES INDUSTRY

MEETING THE DEMAND FOR INJECTABLE DRUGS

Becoming increasingly relevant and valuable in the life sciences industry, CDMO’s partner with pharmaceutical and biotech companies to provide comprehensive development & manufacturing services, through clinical and commercial stages of production.

While Genezen Labs looks to fill the growing production demand in the gene and cell therapy sector, INCOG Biopharma’s development and manufacturing services are working toward filling another production void in the biopharmaceutical arena.

Just in 2019, the growing CDMO market was valued at $151 billion, while it is estimated to reach $246 billion by 2025. As regulatory approvals and the need for additional manufacturing capacity continue to grow, the services of CDMO’s have become essential for pharmaceutical companies to meet the production demand.

Founded by two former Cook Group execs, INCOG provides contract-manufacturing services to biopharmaceutical companies, specifically helping to bring early-phase injectable drugs through the development process to commercial launch.

In need of increased supply, the injectable The Genezen Team drug market has faced shortages in recent Advancements in the industry ensure the years, accounting for nearly 63% of all drug development of drugs and therapeutics will shortages between 2013-2017, according to The company will make and package drugs continue to occur at a faster pace. In the the FDA. at its Fishers HQ, bringing on employees gene and cell therapy subsector for instance, in the engineering, manufacturing, quality only five approved products existed in the INCOG will join the growing list of companies assurance, project management, and business U.S. in 2020, while the FDA expects it will supporting the U.S.-based manufacturing development fields. be approving 10 to 20 cell and gene therapy push, to ameliorate these shortages. products per year by 2025.

Anticipating being fully operational by the first “We are very excited to be launching our half of 2022, INCOG plans to build its workforce The accelerated development schedules business in Fishers, where we will provide to 65 employees in the next two years, leveraging are pushing pharmaceutical and biotech development and manufacturing services available talent in Central Indiana. companies to identify manufacturing sources to the global biopharmaceutical industry, at the beginning of the development process, supporting the delivery of critical therapies “By locating our business in Fishers, we will making CDMOs like Genezen & INCOG and vaccines to patients in need around the have access to a large talent pool of increasingly valuable to the industry. world,” said Tedd Green, co-founder and chief skilled and trained resources,” said operating officer, INCOG BioPharma.

Cory Lewis, Founder and CEO. Genezen, a viral vector production contractor “INCOG BioPharma is excited to for gene and cell therapy, notes that while the partner with the state of Indiana gene therapy field is in its very early stages, the and the City of Fishers as we manufacturing limitations already hinder the build a life science company industry from getting the products to patients. with a passion for customer service and a long-term vision “Gene and cell therapies have shown amazing focused on sustainability potential in treating cancer and rare genetic for both our employees disorders but manufacturing capacity has and customers.” proven to be a bottleneck in advancing these therapies to help patients,” said CEO of Genezen Labs, Bill Vincent.

“Genezen’s expansion will not only help alleviate this challenge but will provide an anchor for developing other gene therapy and biotech companies in central Indiana.”

Cory Lewis, INCOG Founder & CEO and Tedd Green (right), INCOG COO

The space is currently under construction and slated to open this spring.

MAKING A MAKERSPACE: FISHERS MAKER PLAYGROUND Things are moving and shaking at Fishers Parks, literally. This summer, Fishers Parks will open the doors to their newest park, the Maker Playground, along with a new home for the Parks Department.

THE FISHERS MAKER PLAYGROUND is a 15,000-foot, state-of-the-art, public makerspace at the Hub and Spoke building located in west Fishers, just off the Nickel Plate Trail. The department’s latest endeavor will offer a space of tools, technology, and arts and encourage imagination, curiosity, engineering, building, and more.

equipment, and knowledge,” (Oxford Dictionary). These spaces can include everything from 3D printers to welding tools and computer equipment to allow makers to create and tinker, both individually and collaboratively.

Along with the more traditional audience of programmers, engineers, designers, artists, and crafters who are Think Fishers sat down with Fishers Parks to explore this typically drawn to explore makerspaces, Fishers Parks new and innovative space and learn about their plans to is expanding the term to be inclusive and accessible to help foster a creative community. the entire community. “We see makers as anyone who builds, values creativity and innovation, and wants to WHAT IS A MAKERSPACE? share resources, skills, and ideas with their community,” At its core, a makerspace is “a place in which people with said Sarah Sandquist, Director of Fishers Parks. “Being a shared interests, especially in computing or technology, maker is a mindset – it encourages inquiry, exploration, can gather to work on projects while sharing ideas, collaboration, and innovation.”

DEVELOPING FUTURE MAKERS In collaboration with Hamilton Southeastern Schools, the Maker Playground will offer an experiential and projectbased curriculum for all 5th grade students beginning this fall. Modeled after the successful and popular Nature First program at Ritchey Woods, the program will feature study trips to the Maker Playground, where students will be immersed in the workshop and work collaboratively to solve real-world problems through making (think bridge building or creating a better mouse trap).

The Maker Playground will offer classroom space as well as a variety of workshop areas and tools.

A PLAYGROUND TO TINKER Through unique programming and the public makerspace, the Fishers Maker Playground will offer tools and tinkering for the community to create without limits. From maker summer camps for little ones to interactive classes for learning hands-on skills, this space will allow residents to not just explore the possibilities, but to also create them.

HEY! Interested in being a

“We believe this initiative is important to the community to encourage creativity, build career training and education opportunities, and encourage collaborations between HSE Schools and the Hub and Spoke Institute,” said Sandquist.

corporate partner?

Sponsorships are available for the Fishers Maker Playground.

For more info, visit

The curriculum will align with Indiana State Learning Standards and be developed with HSE teachers and staff.

playfishers.com/ MakerPlayground.

A NEW HOME FOR PARKS

Along with the Maker Playground, Fishers Parks will also move their headquarters to the new space as they continue their mission to create a community of exploration and “Opening this space is an extension of the high-quality discovery for all ages. experiences we create at our parks and through our existing programs and events, like summer camps or “With our offices moving to this new space, we are excited concerts at the Nickel Plate District AMP,” said Sandquist. for staff to be completely immersed in this creative and innovative environment and look forward to creating Residents are encouraged to visit and feel empowered endless and new possibilities for events that our community to create, explore, challenge, tinker, discover, and innovate. A can enjoy.” variety of programming and events, as well as memberships for access to the equipment will be available.

The move will take place in late spring and will coincide with the opening of the new Maker Playground.

The Fishers Maker Playground includes a community workshop, metal shop, 3D printers, welding space, CNC WHAT’S TO COME routers, and a laser cutter. Complementing this space While the Makers Playground is still under construction, are four classrooms with S.T.E.A.M.-based (science, Hull has been busy planning the areas and projects. Earlier technology, engineering, art, and mathematics) experiential this year, they tested out the 3D printer by printing a model learning, and a large gathering and collaboration space. of the winning snowman as a prize for Fishers Parks’ snowman social media contest, and they also plan to 3D Along with tools and programming, the Maker Playground print replicas of their new mascot to be on display at parks in partnership with Hub and Spoke Institute, will also and around the city. offer career training and education for personal and professional development, as well as Entre-Maker As for what the future holds for the new park, “The Maker entrepreneurial programs and pitch competitions.

Playground is a space where all things become possible, limitations of convention are overcome by the creative “The vision for the makerspace is to be a community hub community efforts, and where people are encouraged for making. Picture Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, but to play and have fun while pursuing their passions. It’s a with a maker shop,” said Brian Hull, the new Makerspace playground for creativity!” said Hull.

Manager for Fishers Parks. “We hope to engage and activate community potential by providing the space, tools, Learn more by visiting playfishers.com/MakerPlayground and know-how for the pursuit of innovative ideas.” and follow them on social media.

LOOK! Find the Maker Playground’s lineup of programs (page 23) and follow us for updates.

FACEBOOK: Maker Playground TWITTER: @FishersMPG INSTAGRAM: @maker_playground

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11565 Brooks School Road, Fishers, Indiana 46038 (After June 1: 8100 East 106th Street, Fishers 46038) (317) 595.3150 | playfishers.com | parks@fishers.in.us Open Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM excluding holidays

REFUND POLICY

A full refund will be issued if Fishers Parks cancels an event for any reason. Fishers Parks will offer refunds for most paid activities and camps based on the time between cancellation and the event date:

• FULL REFUND – More than 14 days before the event • 50% REFUND - 7 to 13 days before the event • NO REFUND - Less than 7 days before the event PLEASE NOTE: Event details listed are subject to change, including times, dates, and prices. Stay up to date by visiting playfishers.com and following Fishers Parks on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

We welcome the opportunity to serve guests with disabilities to enjoy all Parks’ facilities, events, and services. Assisted Listening Devices and Sensory Bags are available to check out at Nickel Plate District Amphitheater (NPD AMP) events. For assistance and information, contact Customer Service at (317) 595.3150 or parks@fishers.in.us.

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FUN TIMES FOR ALL

At Fishers Parks, we create a community of exploration for all ages. Whether you’re looking for a night to let loose, ecotherapy on the trails, or your next adventure, our parks and activities are made for making memories. We'll see you out #AroundFishers.

MAKER PLAYGROUND Opening in the summer of 2021, the Fishers Parks' Maker Playground is a 15,000-foot, state-of-the-art, public Makerspace at the Hub & Spoke building, located in west Fishers. The Maker Playground also will serve as the new home of Fishers Parks’ new offices.

Through unique programming and public Makerspace, Fishers Parks offers tools and tinkering for the community to create without limits. From interactive summer camps and S.T.E.A.M. classes to the makerspace, which includes welding, woodworking, 3D printing, and more, don’t just explore the possibilities, create them. Learn more on page 20 and at playfishers.com/MakerPlayground.

SUMMER HOURS

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, & Friday: 10 AM - 7 PM; Saturday: 2 - 7 PM; Sunday & Wednesday: Closed

MEMBERSHIPS - details at playfishers.com/MakerPlayground DAILY PASS - $30 resident (R)/ $45 non-resident (NR) BASIC (billed monthly) - $50R/ $75NR PROFESSIONAL (billed monthly) - $100R/ $150NR YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR (billed monthly) - $25R / $38NR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS - Professional $1080R / $1620NR; Basic - $540R / $810NR; Young Entrepreneur - $270R/ $410NR

ADULT CLASSES BUILD A 3D PRINTER Saturday, June 5 or Saturday, June 26 | 9 AM – 1 PM Ages 18+ (or teenager with adult) | $600 residents, $900 non-residents

KIDS CLASSES In Partnership with 1st Maker Space

Build your own Ender III Pro 3D printer, troubleshoot issues, and 3D print your first model in this instructor-led course. Materials included.

BUILD A BOAT WORKSHOP

SUMMER CAMPS

Thursday, June 3, Monday, June 7, or Tuesday, June 8 | 1 - 3 PM

PAINTING WITH MURALS & MORE

Ages 8 – 12 | $25 residents, $37.50 non-residents

In Partnership with High Frequency Arts

Use common materials to explore buoyancy and power!

June 7 - 11 | 9 AM - 3 PM | Ages 8 - 12 | $285 residents, $427.50 non-residents

BUILD A PROJECTILE LAUNCHER Tuesday, May 25 or Thursday, May 27 | 4 – 6 PM or

Work together alongside other campers to plan and paint a mural that will be put on display at Hub & Spoke.

Wednesday, June 10 | 1 - 3 PM

ROBOTICS

Ages 8 – 12 | $25 residents, $37.50 non-residents

June 14 - 18 | 9 AM - Noon | Ages 8 - 12 | $200 residents, $300 non-residents

Build your own launcher and send ping pong balls flying, marking the trajectory and distance of your shots and targets.

Campers will be grouped with others of a similar age and given access to materials to build robots and to develop an understanding of S.T.E.M. WOODLAND WONDERLAND In Partnership with High Frequency Arts

TEEN CLASSES MAKING WITH THE MICROBIT Ages 12 - 18 | $150 residents, $225 non-residents

Make a digital pet with the BBC micro:bit, a pocket-sized computer that introduces you to how software and hardware work together. This course is a series (two classes) with multiple dates/times offered.

• Thursday, May 20 and Thursday, June 27 | 4 - 6 PM • Wednesday, June 2 and Wednesday, June 9 | 1 - 3 PM • Thursday, June 10 and Thursday, June 17 | 1 - 3 PM • Saturday, June 12 and Saturday, June 19 | 9 -11 AM • Thursday, June 24 and Thursday, July 1 | 1 - 3 PM

June 21 - 25 | 9 AM - 3 PM | Ages 8 - 12 | $285 residents, $427.50 non-residents

This camp will show participants how to build and create with all sorts of found and recycled materials.

EXPLORING FIBER ARTS In Partnership with High Frequency Arts July 12 - 16 | 9 AM - 3 PM | Ages 8 - 12 | $285 residents, $427.50 non-residents

Knots, string, yarn, and more! This camp will teach campers how these materials can become art.

PHOTOGRAPHY BASICS In Partnership with High Frequency Arts July 19 - 23 | 9 AM - 3 PM | Ages 12 - 14 | $285 residents, $427.50 non-residents

Learn how to take expert pictures on your phone and use photo editing apps and editing programs.

SUMMER CAMPS

Summer camps are filling up fast! Fishers Parks offers camps for children ages 4 to 14 to explore their interests and shake their summer-break boredom. Whether your kid is a backyard adventurer, an all-star athlete, or a scientist in training, check out our camp lineup to keep your kids active and learning. Camps listed below have space available at the time of this printing. Register at playfishers.com/SummerCamp.

LET'S GET MESSY

FUN & FITNESS

Spend the week getting messy through play, art, and science.

Have fun while learning unique ways to get fit!

• June 7 - 11 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Ages 5 - 10 | Cumberland Road Elementary | $175 residents, $262.50 non-residents

• June 21 - 25 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10

Holland Park | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

WILDLY CREATIVE Use nature for art projects and inspiration!

• June 7 - 11 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10 Billericay Park | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

• June 14 - 18 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10

Holland Park | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

• June 28 - July 2 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Ages 5 - 10 | Cumberland Road Elementary | $175 residents, $262.50 non-residents

• July 5 - 9 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10

Ritchey Woods | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

• July 12 - 16 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10

Holland Park | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

• July 26 - 30 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 5 - 10 | Cumberland Road Elementary | $175 residents, $262.50 non-residents

ANIMAL ADVENTURES Learn about and meet some amazing animals.

• July 5 - 9 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10

Holland Park | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

• July 19 - 23 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Ages 5 - 10 | Cumberland Road Elementary | $175 residents, $262.50 non-residents

UNDER THE STARS

INSECT EXPLORATION

Spend the week exploring the night sky with "after-dark" adventure.

Explore this amazing and diverse group of creatures!

• June 7 - 11 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10

Holland Park | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

• June 21 - 25 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Ages 5 - 10 | Cumberland Road Elementary | $175 residents, $262.50 non-residents

• June 28 - July 2 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10

Billericay Park | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

• July 12 - 16 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Ages 5 - 10 | Cumberland Road Elementary | $175 residents, $262.50 non-residents

• July 19 - 23 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10

Billericay Park | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

• July 26 - 30 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10

Holland Park | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

INDY ELEVEN SOCCER CAMP

Explore things we do in the wilderness!

Players will learn the fundamentals of the game, enjoy fun activities that incorporate technique, and promote healthy competition.

• June 14 - 18 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Ages 5 - 10 | Cumberland Road Elementary | $175 residents, $262.50 non-residents

• June 21 - 25 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10

• June 7 - 11 | 9 AM - 3 PM | Ages 8 - 14 | Cumberland Park $300 residents, $450 non-residents

Billericay Park | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

• June 28 - July 2 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10

Holland Park | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

YEAR IN A WEEK Celebrate an entire year of holidays, traditions, and festivals.

• July 5 - 9 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Ages 5 - 10 | Cumberland Road Elementary | $175 residents, $262.50 non-residents

• July 12 - 16 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10

Billericay Park | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

• July 19 - 23 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 4 - 10

Holland Park | $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

See page 23 for summer camp options at the new Maker Playground!

BECOME A CAMP COUNSELOR Join a team of dynamic Fishers Parks staff this summer by working as one of our Camp Counselors! Learn more and apply at playfishers. com/SummerCamp.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS & GUIDELINES Fishers Parks has worked with state and local health officials and the Fishers Health Department to offer safe programs and events in the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Through daily health screenings, we will work to keep campers and staff as safe and healthy as possible. See complete safety precautions and guidelines at playfishers.com/SummerCamp.

SCHOLARSHIPS Fishers Parks offers scholarships for HSE Schools students who are enrolled in the free- or reduced-lunch program. Learn more at playfishers.com/SummerCamp.

FISHERS AGRIPARK CAMPS LIFE ON THE FARM July 5 - 9 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 5 - 8 $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

Learn about different types of farming and the country.

THE FOOD WE EAT July 12 - 16 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 5 - 8 $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

Help us harvest, prepare, and taste fresh foods on the farm.

THE ANIMALS WE LOVE July 19 - 23 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 5 - 8 $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

Interact with and learn about our animals on the farm.

THE TOOLS WE USE July 26 - 31 | 8:30 AM - 1 PM | Ages 5 - 8 $85 residents, $127.50 non-residents

Explore the different tools we use on the farm.

GET EXCITED FOR THE 2021 SEASON! The Fishers AgriPark season begins Saturday, May 1 and is open to the public through October 30, located at 11171 Florida Road.

HOURS OF OPERATION • Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday: 10 AM - 2 PM • Thursday: 3 - 7 PM • Saturday: 9 AM - 1 PM • Sunday, Monday: Closed STAY IN THE KNOW Follow the Fishers AgriPark on Facebook and Instagram for updates on the AgriPark programs and to see all that’s happening on the farm!

FARM SHARE PROGRAM June - September | $300 residents, $450 non-residents

2021 PROGRAMS ALL ABOUT PLANTING Tuesday, May 4 | 1 - 2 PM or Saturday, May 8 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM Ages 5 - 7 | $10 residents, $15 non-residents

Learn how to plant a seed and about the steps to grow a beautiful plant to admire or eat! Walk through the steps of what it takes to help a seed grow and how to plant it, and take home your own newly potted seed!

Registration is required at playfishers.com/AgriPark.

ALL ABOUT CHICKENS Tuesday, May 11 | 1 - 2 PM or Tuesday, May 25 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM Ages 5 - 7 | $10 residents, $15 non-residents

This fun, interactive program will help children learn about and interact with chickens, but also learn more about the incredible egg!

Registration required at playfishers.com/AgriPark.

Pickup on Thursday evenings or Saturday mornings at the AgriPark

Purchase your dedicated share of Fishers AgriPark produce with the Fishers AgriPark Farm Share that includes 15 weeks of produce boxes featuring 10-15 pounds of a variety of fruits and vegetables grown on the farm. Registration opens April 1 and will be a lottery process due to limited quantity. U-pick vegetables will still be available first come, firstserved, without a farm share subscription.

ALL ABOUT WATER Tuesday, May 18 | 1 - 2 PM or Saturday, May 22 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM Ages 5 - 7 | $10 residents, $15 non-residents

Our water is essential! This program will feature several fun water activities, and attendees will learn why we need water for not only our bodies, but also for our plants and animals at the AgriPark! Registration is required.

ALL ABOUT RABBITS Tuesday, June 1 | 1 - 2 PM or Saturday, June 5 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM Ages 5 - 7 | $10 residents, $15 non-residents

Rabbits are new to the AgriPark this year! Come learn about these furry farm animals and do some bunny-hop activities! Registration required.

ALL ABOUT GOATS Tuesday, June 8 | 1 - 2 PM or Saturday, JUNE 12 | 12:30 - 1:30 PM Ages 5 - 7 | $10 residents, $15 non-residents

Learn all about the difference between goats and sheep, what goats can help with on a farm, and how fun and smart they are! Registration required at playfishers.com/AgriPark.

Special Events STORYWALK® All Month | Dawn - Dusk | Ages 6 and Under

Each month, the StoryWalk® moves to a new Fishers Park and features a different picture book along the trail for free, self-guided reading hikes. In partnership with Hamilton East Public Library, the StoryWalk® is open every day during park hours and is perfect for ages 6 and under. Learn more at playfishers. com/StoryWalk.

• APRIL | Cheeney Creek Natural Area

Lola Plants A Garden by Anna McQuinn • MAY | Fishers AgriPark

Go to Sleep in Your Own Bed by Candace Fleming and Lori Nichols • JUNE | Brooks School Park Bear Came Along by Richard T. Morris The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.

ARBOR DAY TREE GIVEAWAY Celebrate Arbor Day on Friday, April 30 with a free tulip tree seedling from Fishers Parks!

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more information.

Did you know? The tulip tree is the state tree of Indiana. It became the state tree in 1931 and is celebrating its 90-year anniversary of that designation this year!

SPARK!FISHERS

Ignited by First Internet Bank

Tuesday, June 22 - Saturday, June 26 | Throughout the Nickel Plate District

Spark!Fishers ignited by First Internet Bank returns with an expanded, week-long celebration kicking things off with a concert on Tuesday, June 22, and continuing the celebration all week before wrapping up with a festival on Saturday, June 26 at the Municipal Complex.

This year’s Spark!Fishers weekend is packed full of family-favorites and new traditions that commemorate everything that is uniquely Fishers. Learn more at sparkfishers. com, and connect with Spark!Fishers on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram to be the first to know about Friday night’s concert, event news, and updates.

2021 EVENT LINEUP • Tuesday, June 22 - Tuesday Night Concert • Wednesday, June 23 - An Evening 5k race • Thursday, June 24 - Art & Car Show • Friday, June 25 - National Concert • Saturday, June 26 - Street Fair Festival, Parade, & Fireworks

FISHERS FARMERS' MARKET

MOVIES IN THE PARK

Bring a blanket and pack a picnic for free, family favorite movies under the stars at The Fishers Farmers' Market features your Fishers Parks. favorite local produce, baked goods, and prepared foods from more than 50 full- and • Friday, May 14: Onward part-time vendors. The market also showcases 9 - 11 PM | Brooks School Park live entertainment, kids’ activities, and festive • Friday, June 11: Wonder Woman 1984 specialty days. New, this year, select Biz Kidz 9 - 11 PM | Flat Fork Creek Park spaces will be available every week, and the • Saturday, July 31: Sonic the Hedgehog main event will be on July 10. Learn more at 9 - 11 PM | Holland Park playfishers.com/FarmersMarket.

Saturdays, May 1 - September 25 8 AM - Noon | NPD AMP

FREE FISHING DAYS

OPENING DAY: SPLASH PADS & SAXONY LAKE & BEACH

Sunday, May 2, Saturday, June 5,

Saturday, May 29 - Monday, September 6

Make a splash at Holland Park and Billericay Drop a line in one of the City's fishing ponds Park Splash Pads, which are free and open to during Free Fishing Days presented by the public daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Learn the Indiana Department of Natural Resources’. more at playfishers.com/WaterAmenities.

No fishing license required! Check out these great fishing spots #AroundFishers: YAPPY HOUR Sunday, June 6, Saturday, September 25

Wednesdays, June 2, July 7, & August 4 • FLAT FORK CREEK PARK 16141 East 101st Street • CHEENEY CREEK NATURAL AREA 11030 Fishers Point Boulevard • SAXONY LAKE & BEACH 13358 Pennington Road • FISHERS HERITAGE PARK AT WHITE RIVER 10598 Eller Road

6 - 8 PM | Ambassador House

Enjoy the dog days of summer with these paw-sitively fun puppy play dates! Socialize under the tent, walk the paved trails, enjoy live entertainment, and more. Alcohol will be available for purchase. Learn more at playfishers.com/YappyHour.

SAVE THE DATE FOR

SUMMER CONCERTS Presented by IU Health Saxony, the Fishers Parks’ summer concerts will return to the NPD AMP and Central Green this summer! We are planning a full season of performances, including free Tuesday and Friday night concerts, and free Wednesday lunchtime concerts. Learn more at npdamp.com, and follow the NPD AMP on Facebook for the lineup release coming soon.

Around Fishers INTERRUPTING RACISM

MEYER NAJEM SHOWCASE

The City of Fishers invites residents to participate in one- or two-day training sessions that address the realities of systemic racism in America, both historical and present-day. Register for this free event by visiting fishers.in.us/Race.

Mondays - Fridays | 8 AM - 5 PM

Ignited by First Internet Bank

Meyer Najem (11787 Lantern Road)

Tuesday, June 22 - Saturday, June 26

Meyer Najem hosts a free, rotating art exhibit, presented by Nickel Plate Arts, on the second floor of their building featuring contemporary works from local artists. For more information, visit nickelplatearts.org.

Fishers’ summer tradition returns to the NPD in 2021 celebrating patriotism in a spirit that is uniquely Fishers. The week-long festival includes a 5K race, street fair, parade, fireworks, and more! Learn more at sparkfishers.com, and follow social media for updates.

UPCOMING SESSIONS • Saturday, April 17 | 9 AM - 4 PM Holland Park • Thursday & Friday, May 20 - 21 9 AM - 4 PM | Holland Park • Thursday, June 17 | 9 AM - 4 PM | City Hall • Friday & Saturday, June 18 - 19 9 AM - 4 PM | City Hall

MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY Monday, May 31 | 10 - 11 AM | Liberty Plaza

Join the City of Fishers to honor the service men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Learn more at thisisfishers.com/FishersHonors.

Recognize your loved ones selfless sacrifices for our country by purchasing an engraved brick paver, which will be placed in the Liberty Plaza walkway. Purchase a paver at playfishers.com/FishersHonors.

THE ART GALLERY AT CITY HALL Monday - Friday (excluding holidays) 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | City Hall

In partnership with the Fishers Arts Council, this gallery features rotating pieces from established and emerging artists. Learn more at fishersartscouncil.org.

MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH The City of Fishers’ Mental Health Initiative continues the conversation and raises awareness about mental health during the month of May with community events and outreach efforts. Learn more all month long by visiting stigmafreefishers.com and join the conversation using #StigmaFreeFishers on social media.

SPARK!FISHERS

THIS IS FISHERS BLOG Check out the City of Fishers’ lifestyle blog, thisisfishers.com, which showcases how we live, work, learn, and play and features the unique voices and stories of our residents, businesses, community groups, and schools.

Check the new Fishers Community Calendar to find events and learn more when you visit thisisfishers.com/Events.

Facility Rentals VENUES FOR EVERY OCCASION Fishers Parks offers a variety of outdoor shelters and building rentals for private events that are safe, affordable, convenient, and fun! Explore our facilities and easily reserve your rental online by visiting playfishers.com/Rentals.

HOLLAND PARK BUILDING

1 Park Drive, Fishers 46038 BILLERICAY PARK BUILDING

BAD WEATHER THREATENING YOUR GAME DAY?

Follow along on Twitter @FishersFields and be sure to check out playfishers.com/FieldStatus for updates and conditions regarding local parks and sports fields.

12690 Promise Road, Fishers 46038

THE HISTORIC AMBASSADOR HOUSE

SAXONY HALL AT SAXONY LAKE & BEACH

10598 Eller Road, Fishers 46038

13362 Pennington Road, Fishers 46037

The Historic Ambassador House & Heritage Gardens’ Greek Revival style home, private grounds, and lush gardens are the ideal setting for your special event. The facility can host up to 250 guests outdoors on the garden terrace or in the tent from April to October and 60 guests indoors during colder months. Learn more at ambassadorhouse.org.

Celebrate your special moments overlooking the sparkling water, beautiful fire pits, and stunning stone fireplace. Available to rent year-round, Saxony Hall can accommodate up to 160 seated guests for weddings, corporate meetings, and social gatherings. For more information, visit saxonyhall.org.

BASEBALL DIAMONDS BASKETBALL COURTS BEACH BIKE RACKS BRIDGES COMMUNITY BUILDING CONCESSIONS BUILDING DISC GOLF DOCKS ELECTRICITY FISHING POND FOOTBALL FIELDS GRILLS HORSESHOE PIT LITTLE FREE LIBRARY MOUNTAIN BIKE TRAILS MULTI-USE FIELDS MULTI-USE TRAILS PICNIC SHELTER PICNIC TABLES PLAYGROUND RESTROOMS SAND VOLLEYBALL SLEDDING HILL SOCCER FIELDS SOFTBALL DIAMONDS SPLASH PAD TREEHOUSES

SAXONY LAKE & BEACH

RITCHEY WOODS

OLIO FIELDS

MUDSOCK FIELDS

HOOSIER WOODS

HOLLAND

HERITAGE

HARRISON THOMPSON

HAMILTON PROPER

FLAT FORK CREEK

CYNTHEANNE

CUMBERLAND

CHEENEY CREEK

BROOKS SCHOOL

BILLERICAY ASPHALT PARKING

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VENUES FOR EVERY EVENT! Fishers Parks offers a variety of shelters and building rentals for small and large private events that are affordable, convenient, and fun! Explore park shelters and buildings available to rent and easily set up and pay for your rental online at playfishers.com/Rentals.

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CHECK IT OUT!

Fishers has seven Little Free Libraries in Fishers Parks. Special thanks to the students at Cumberland Road Elementary who funded the newly installed library at Harrison Thompson Park.

Learn more at playfishers.com/LittleFreeLibrary.

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Volunteer Opportunities KEEP FISHERS BEAUTIFUL

GROUP VOLUNTEER PROJECTS

VOLUNTEER #AROUNDFISHERS

Help us Keep Fishers Beautiful this April! In honor of Sustainability Awareness Month, the City of Fishers offers ways to beautify the city all month long. Find out how you can get involved in these KFB events and more by visiting thisisfishers.com/KFB.

Park clean up opportunities are available for companies, organizations, and civic groups.

Want to make a difference in your community?

Find a list of available volunteer opportunities from local organizations and non-profits at thisisfishers.com/Volunteer.

WEED WRANGLES Saturday, April 17 at Cheeney Creek and Saturday, April 24 at Ritchey Woods

Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve needs you!

Help us protect the park’s native wildflowers from invasive plant species.

CITY RECYCLING DAY Saturday, April 10 | 8 AM - 1 PM | Billericay Park

Residents can recycle electronics, household items, and household hazardous wastes at the bi-annual City Recycling Day. Paper recycling and off-site confidential document shredding is also available. For a list of accepted items, visit fishers.in.us/CityRecycling.

NEIGHBORHOOD BLITZ BOXES

Neighborhoods can beautify their common spaces and facades through the Blitz Box Attention organizations! Be sure to check out program, which includes a supply of gloves, thisisfishers.com/Volunteer to learn more and garbage bags, and the use of a 30-yard submit your volunteer needs. dumpster. Applications accepted year-round.

Community Calendar MONTHLY

4.24 - SATURDAY

The Art Gallery at City Hall

Weed Wrangle

Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | City Hall A rotating gallery of work by local artists.

Closed on holidays.

Ritchey Woods

4.30 - FRIDAY Arbor Day Tree Giveaway

Meyer Najem Showcase

Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 5 PM | Meyer Najem View an exhibit at 11787 Lantern Road, presented by Nickel Plate Arts.

Follow Fishers Parks social media for info

JUNE 6.02 - WEDNESDAY Yappy Hour

7 - 8 PM | City Hall Auditorium

MAY

6.05 - SATURDAY

5.02 - SUNDAY

6.06 - SUNDAY

Free Fishing Day

Free Fishing Day

Find details on page 28

Find details on page 28

APRIL

5.14 - FRIDAY

6.11 - FRIDAY

Movies in the Park - Onward

Movies in the Park - Wonder Woman 1984

8:30 - 10:30 PM | Brooks School Park

6 - 8 PM | Ambassador House

4.10 - SATURDAY

5.17 - MONDAY

6.17 - THURSDAY

City Recycling Day

City Council Meeting

Interrupting Racism

8 AM | Billericay Park

7 - 8 PM | City Hall Auditorium

June 17 | 9 AM - 4 PM | City Hall

4.17 - SATURDAY

5.20 - THURSDAY

6.18 - FRIDAY

Interrupting Racism

Interrupting Racism

Interrupting Racism

9 AM - 4 PM | Holland Park

May 20 - 21 | 9 AM - 4 PM | Holland Park

June 18 - 19 | 9 AM - 4 PM | City Hall

4.17 - SATURDAY

5.24 - SATURDAY

6.21 - MONDAY

Weed Wrangle

Opening Day: Splash Pads & Saxony Beach

City Council Meeting

Cheeney Creek Natural Area

Open through September 6

7 - 8 PM | City Hall Auditorium

4.19 - MONDAY

5.31 - MONDAY

6.22 - TUESDAY

City Council Meeting

Memorial Day Ceremony

Spark!Fishers

7 - 8 PM | City Hall Auditorium

10 - 11 AM | Liberty Plaza

June 22 - June 26 | Nickel Plate District

SATURDAYS Fishers Farmers’ Market

8 AM - Noon | NPD AMP Begins May 1. See page 27 for specialty days

Free Fishing Day

Find details on page 28

CITY HALL BRIEF JOIN THE FIGHT AGAINST COVID-19, SCHEDULE A VACCINE TODAY! Make sure you roll up your sleeve to protect yourself or loved ones from COVID-19. Check out ourshot.in.gov for the latest eligibility groups and to schedule your free COVID-19 vaccination today.

SAVE THE DATE FOR SPARK!FISHERS Spark!Fishers ignited by First Internet Bank will return in 2021 with an expanded, week-long celebration kicking off with a Patriotic Concert on Tuesday, June 22, with the celebration continuing all week and ending with a festival on Saturday, June 26 at the Municipal Complex. Applications are open for vendors, entertainers, and parade participants through May 1. Apply at sparkfishers.com.

SPRING CONSTRUCTION Stay up to date on spring construction projects and road closures by following @DriveFishers on Twitter and subscribing to the weekly e-newsletter at fishers.in.us/DriveFishers.

FISHERS YOUTH ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ASKING FOR DONATIONS TO SUPPORT SUMMER MEALS PROGRAM Support the more than 60,000 meals that FYAP provides for free this summer to kids and families in need. Residents can donate through FYAP Summer Meals Wish List on Amazon.

FISHERS 2040 - SHARE YOUR OPINIONS ON FISHERS' FUTURE Fishers 2040 is the city’s comprehensive planning document that helps guide development and parks planning. Every five years, the plan is updated to analyze the current trends and conditions of the community and how they align with the projections of the 2040 plan. The community is invited to provide input on the update on April 21 and May 6. For more information, visit fishers.in.us/2040.

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