Think Fishers - August 2017

Official Magazine of the City of Fishers • August 2017

HELP KEEP FISHERS BEAUTIFUL page 5

CREATE A #STIGMAFREEFISHERS page 7

BLUES FEST IS BACK! page 11

Think Fishers is the official magazine for the City of Fishers, Indiana. It is produced in-house by the City of Fishers Public Relations Department. Additional copies are available at City Hall. For more information, visit www.fishers.in.us.

ON THE COVER: The Big Brains had residents talking about mental health over the summer.

LEFT: Girl Scout Troop #1674 works to earn their Mental Health Badge

MAYOR Scott A. Fadness DEPUTY MAYOR Leah McGrath CITY COUNCIL David George,

A MESSAGE FROM

MAYOR FADNESS

Council President and Southwest District Todd Zimmerman, Council Vice President and At Large Rich Block, At Large

It’s been a fun Fishers summer with so much of our community coming out to enjoy

Cecilia Coble, At Large

concerts, Farmers’ Markets, and events. It makes it hard to believe it’s already time

Brad DeReamer, Northeast District

for our youngest residents to go back to school. I have the pleasure of addressing the

Eric Moeller, North Central District

entire HSE Schools staff ahead of every school year and I have to say, Fishers is lucky

Pete Peterson, Southeast District

to have such dedicated, innovative people teaching our future leaders.

Selina Stoller, Northwest District John Weingardt, South Central District

While our children will be in good hands this school year, I would be remiss not to acknowledge the stress and pressures that coincide with test scores, schedules,

CITY JUDGE

and life in general. Over the next several months, the City will be challenging

Daniel E. Henke

our community to reconnect as a family with honest conversations around mental wellness.

CITY CLERK Jennifer Kehl

To kick it off, the City is hosting its first Stigma Free Fishers week August 7th through the 13th, full of opportunities for mindfulness, education, and fun activities. Be sure

CITY CONTROLLER

to check out the story on page 7 for more information. And for updates on the mental

Lisa Bradford

health initiative, visit www.Fishers.in.us/MentalHealth.

CITY ATTORNEY Chris Greisl Yours in Service, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR Eric Pethtel PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR Scott Fadness

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Tony Bagato

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FISHERS CITY HALL 1 Municipal Drive Fishers, Indiana 46038 317.595.3111 | www.fishers.in.us

We answer questions every day about all things Fishers via private messages,

administration@fishers.in.us

posts and mentions on our Facebook and Twitter pages. We figured, if one resident has a question about the community, it’s likely that another may have the same

FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/fishers.indiana

question. That’s why we encourage you to share your questions by using the hashtag #AskFishers, and each month we’ll share a featured question here.

TWITTER @FishersIN Are pets welcome at the Fishers Farmers' Market?

INSTAGRAM Karen K. Crabtree, via Facebook

NickelPlateDistrict

ENGINEERING DIRECTOR Jeff Hill Yes, dogs are welcome to join at the Fishers Farmers' Market! We PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR

only ask that owners keep them on a leash and clean up their waste.

Tony Elliot

There are doggie stations located near the Central Green, and trash cans placed throughout the market. Outside of the markets, dogs

POLICE CHIEF

are also welcome during the Tuesday Night Concert Series and

Mitch Thompson

AMP After Dark (for non-national shows), again, as long as they are on a leash. Hope to see you around Fishers!

FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES CHIEF Steve Orusa IT DIRECTOR Tracy Gaynor When will you start handing out Better Than Ezra Tickets?

CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER Elliott Hultgren

Tina Goodwin, via Facebook

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR Cici Conover ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Brandon Dickinson

We’ll have tickets to hand out at several events before the August 18 show. Stay tuned to facebook.com/NPDAmp for details!

PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR Ashley Elrod ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PR Casey Cawthon MARKETING & PR MANAGER Kara Hall DESIGN & LAYOUT Elizabeth Creakbaum, Brand Coordinator PRINTED BY FINELINE PRINTING GROUP

facebook.com/FishersIN

@FishersIN

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We want a glimpse into city life from your perspective, so each month we’ll feature your photos from around our community! To submit your photos, simply use the hashtag #AroundFishers on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram when you share photos of your favorite local spots and activities. facebook.com/FishersIN

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COMMUNITY CALLED UPON TO HELP KEEP FISHERS BEAUTIFUL Volunteerism has a profound impact

on

those

receiving support and those donating their time to make a meaningful difference for someone else and in our community. Keep Fishers Beautiful (KFB) returns on Saturday, September 9th with opportunities for individuals and groups to roll up their sleeves and dive in for a good cause.

This fall, KFB is themed Roadways & Waterways as volunteers work to beautify popular corridors in our community. For the most part, projects fall into two distinct categories: • Individuals interested in volunteering with the White River Alliance for the White River Clean-Up can register ahead of time at www.whiterivercleaup.org or on site the morning of the event. Volunteers of all ages are welcome, but parents, your supervision is required during the event. • Individuals interested in completing work in other areas will be charged with projects along various roads in Fishers. Additional details, including specific locations, will be disclosed closer to the event.

Pre-registration is appreciated by August 28 for this project, and volunteers should be 16 years of age or older. To register, or if you have any questions, email Dan Domsic at domsicd@fishers.in.us or by calling him at (317) 595-3151.

Volunteers will receive a t-shirt and free lunch for participating. All supplies will be provided, and no prior experience is necessary. Groups are encouraged to sign up together.

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As humans, we breathe instinctively. But did you know

To put it simply, mindfulness is the ability to be fully aware of

that breathing could also help improve you and your child’s

where you are in the present and what you are doing. Mindfulness

performance? It is called mindfulness and intermediate teachers

can be accomplished through various techniques, such as:

at Hamilton Southeastern Schools will start using the practice

walking, standing and reclining.

this year in their classrooms.

“It is refreshing to see educators truly understand the “I think mindfulness is important to teach students at a young

benefits of mindfulness. I am proud to see teachers take on this

age because the world we live in today, we are always in doing

new initiative.”

mode, it can be hard to find time to slow down and pause before reacting,” said Mental Health Coordinator Brooke Lawson.

The donor is once again willing to invest in mindfulness by offering to train interested teachers at the other two

Others think so too. Last year, a donor approached the Hamilton

intermediate schools.

Southeastern Schools Foundation with a unique request – help intermediate-aged students learn how to deal with stress in

Studies of mindfulness have shown to help people with:

healthy ways.

• Increased self-discipline, self-regulation and self-responsibility The donor wanted to remain anonymous, but shared that her

• Improved confidence, resilience and respectful behavior

family has been touched by mental health issues. Her experience

• Stronger interpersonal communication skills

prompted her desire to want to fund a program for students ages

• Improved emotional response to physical changes and peers

10 to 13 who may also be struggling.

• Increased balance, posture and flexibility • Increased empathy and understanding of others

Mindfulness is not a new practice. It has been utilized for centuries, and now is being taught in the classroom.

This is one of several ways Hamilton Southeastern Schools is working to prepare its students not only academically, but

More than 30 teachers and other staff members from Fall

emotionally for the future. Learn more about HSE’s journey to

Creek Intermediate School and Riverside Intermediate School

mindfulness by following @HSESchools on Twitter and “liking”

participated in two six-week online courses. They learned the

our Facebook page.

fundamentals of mindfulness and quickly realized the benefits it had on their own wellbeing. The group was also given a curriculum and taught how to present it to students.

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THE FIGHT FOR MENTAL HEALTH Momentum builds as Fishers’ Mental Health Initiative transitions into next phase, focused on community outreach 157. The number that sparked Mayor Fadness to act. In 2014, during a ride along with Fishers Police Department, Mayor Fadness learned of 157 immediate detentions on individuals who expressed a desire to hurt themselves or someone else. This realization was the catalyst for creation of Fishers’ Mental Health Initiative.

During the 2015 State of the City address, Mayor Fadness announced the creation of a mental health task force to evaluate the state of mental health in our community. This task force brought together stakeholders from Hamilton Southeastern Schools (HSE), Fishers Police Department (FPD), Fishers Fire & Emergency Services (FFD), clergy and medical professionals who worked together to collectively answer: If a community was to marshal its collective resources around the challenges of mental health, what could and what should be done?

If 2015 to present embodies phase one of the Mental Health Initiative, August 2017 kicks off phase two in Fishers. Phase two kicks off during Stigma Free Fishers Week, August 7th through 13th, and Think Fishers sat down with Mayor Scott Fadness, Fishers Fire Department Chief Steven Orusa and Superintendent of Hamilton Southeastern Schools, Dr. Allen Bourff for more on what’s ahead.

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we’re starting to deal with core issues like stigma, culture, and policy. Those issues are far harder to change.”

Collaboration between the City of Fishers - MAYOR FADNESS

and HSE Schools will continue to be at the forefront of the mental health initiative.

After making strides to support families

WHAT TO EXPECT NEXT

gets to the dinner table and becomes part

facing mental health issues in the 2015-

around

of the conversation in each residents’

2016 school year, Dr. Bourff shared his

mental health will continue to be a top

household. Only by talking about mental

hopes for the future of mental health

priority for the mental health task force,

health can we start to reduce the stigma

support within the school system.

the community can expect to see a bold

around it.”

While

changing

the

stigma

“We’re proud to share that the 2017-

approach in promoting awareness and outreach for mental health.

The mental health task force will continue

2018 school year will mark the first time

to question: how to identify mental health

a mental health counselor will be available

“As we transition from an internally

issues, how to build resiliency within the

at each school,” explained Dr. Bourff. “I

focused initiative to a more public-facing

community, and how to get resources for

came from a school system where we not

one, our focus is aimed at creating an

those in need while reducing the stigma of

only had a mental health counselor in every

environment where individuals struggling

getting those resources. Moving into phase

building, but paired that with a community

with mental health issues feel more

two, a new frontier of work lies ahead.

outreach coordinator in every building.

comfortable and equipped to reach out

Chief Orusa echoed that sentiment, “In

That was a nice combination, and if I

and get the help they need,” stated Mayor

the beginning, we were addressing what

would try to do anything in the upcoming

Fadness. “Our hope is that mental health

we saw, which was public safety. Now,

years, that may be our next step.”

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TEAMWORK MAKES THE DREAM WORK

ROLE OF THE FAITH-BASED COMMUNITY

Though many challenges remain on the

City Councilors John Weingardt and Todd

horizon, Mayor Fadness, Chief Orusa and

Zimmerman recognized an opportunity

Dr. Bourff had similar responses when

to engage the faith-based community,

asked what surprised them most about the

and identify shared resources to support

initiative so far.

the mental health initiative. Throughout phase one, the faith-based community

“We’ve got a great team effort with City

came alongside the mental health task

Councilors, City staff, HSE Schools, and

force to bridge gaps and share resources.

mental health professionals, and we’re

Moving into the next steps for the

holding each other accountable to do

initiative,

the things we said we would do,” noted

will play an important role in helping to

Mayor Fadness. “That collaboration and

change the culture around mental health

accountability will ultimately be the recipe for any kind of success we achieve.”

to

ensure

the

faith-based

those

in

community

need

get

feel

Dr. Allen Bourff, Superintendent

comfortable and know where to get the

Hamilton Southeastern Schools

help they need.

Mayor has been so courageous in moving

If you would like more information on

this topic forward as something to be

the Mental Health Initiative and complete

discussed and confronted, I think that’s

details about Stigma Free Fishers Week,

made it easier for us.”

visit www.Fishers.in.us/MentalHealth.

COME OUT FOR STIGMA FREE FISHERS WEEK The mental health task force and partners invite residents out for a series of events aimed at creating a #StigmaFreeFishers!

TUESDAY, AUGUST 8 Get ready for a special edition of the Tuesday Night Concert Series! Stop by the mental health booth and meet students from the Stigma Free HSE and Stigma Free Fishers Clubs, and catch a special presentation at intermission by Mike Reikhof.

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 9* Mayor Fadness and Chief Orusa

Join the Peyton Reikhof Foundation for Youth for two Dine to Donate events! Enjoy

speak on the Mental Health Initiative

dinner from City BBQ and then head to Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream for dessert.

A portion of proceeds from both restaurants will benefit the foundation.

“I’ve easily been most surprised by the organic out swelling of support for the

THURSDAY, AUGUST 10*

initiative,” shared Chief Orusa. “Part of

Head to Stone Creek for another Dine to Donate Dinner benefiting the Foundation.

providing wellness to our community includes addressing mental health, and

FRIDAY, AUGUST 11

it’s been incredibly rewarding to gain

Head to the Central Green for A Hope for Happiness, hosted by Stigma Free

the community’s support on this journey

HSE, from 6 to 9 PM. This event will feature food trucks, activities and games.

towards creating a stigma free Fishers.”

Afterwards, stick around for a concert at the AMP featuring Dave & Rae.

“The speed at which this initiative came

SATURDAY, AUGUST 12 & SUNDAY, AUGUST 13

together is a direct testament to the

Unplug and enjoy Fishers’ parks! Head online for a list of fun things to do with

stakeholder group. It’s been easier to

family and friends over the weekend, such as the Jason's Race 5K Run and Walk

assemble and gain momentum than I ever

and a community screening of Inside Out!

anticipated. I was also amazed at how fast the club at HSE High School [Stigma Free

*Print a dine to donate flyer off at www.Fishers.in.us/StigmaFree or pick one up

HSE] formed. In various communities, this

at the Tuesday Night Concert!

topic is taboo. Here, partly because the

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THE CITY OF FISHERS INVITES YOU TO

ON THE CENTRAL GREEN Join us at the AMP After Dark Pre-Party. This happy hour with Dave & Rae, in front of City Hall, will feature a family-friendly atmostphere, food trucks, activities, and games for all. Vendors and speakers at this event will share information on Mental Wellness. For more information, visit www.fishers.in.us/StigmaFree.

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Fishers Blues Fest A LABOR DAY WEEKEND TO REMEMBER The Nickel Plate District Amphitheater is the place to be this Labor Day weekend! A family friendly tradition, the Fishers Blues Fest returns for its fifth year with two free nights of music on Friday, September 1 and Saturday, September 2. Gather the family, roll out a blanket and enjoy a picnic on the Amphitheater lawn as you delight in the sounds of the south and the Delta Blues.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 1 Zach Day Lightnin' Rod & The Thunderbolts Governor Davis Stormcellar

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 The two-day festival starts at 7:30 PM each night and features performance by renowned local and national blues artists, including this year’s honoree and blues legend, Rev. Charlie Edmunds. Known as the Preaching Bluesman, the Kentuckybased Edmonds has been a fan favorite at Fishers Blues Fests in years past.

The Blues Ambassadors

National recording artist Samantha Fish, a Best Debut Artist award winner at the 2012 Blues Music Awards and fresh off the release of her new album, Fever and Chills, also promises to thrill with her soulful sound and bluesy melodies.

Stay tuned to the Nickel Plate District

Music fans are welcome to bring outside food, drinks, coolers and pets, as well as lawn chairs and blankets. Food vendors will also be onsite. For more event details, visit our webpage at www.fishers.in.us/bluesfest.

District App for iPhone and Android

Bridget Kelly Band Rev. Charlie Edmonds Samantha Fish

Amphitheater Facebook page for details, www.facebook.com/NPDamp, and download the free Nickel Plate

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for additional event updates and Nickel Plate District news.

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A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR 2017 CONCERT SPONSORS! 15TH ANNUAL TUESDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES

Presented By

WEDNESDAY CONCERTS ON THE CENTRAL GREEN PRESENTED BY

AMP AFTER DARK CONCERT SERIES

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SPECIAL EVENTS

FISHERS FARMERS’ MARKET Saturdays, Now - September 30 | 8 AM - Noon | NPD AMP

TUESDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES

Shop over 55 vendors this season for all of your favorite seasonal

Tuesdays, Now - August 8 | 7 - 9 PM | Nickel Plate Amphitheater

goodies! Enjoy live music, entertainment, family ctivities and

We’re thrilled to celebrate our 15

Anniversary of the Tuesday

cooking demonstrations while stocking up on fresh local food and

Night Concert Series! Bring your blanket and a bite to eat, and

plant inspired products and handmade items! Be sure not to miss

enjoy our extended concert season. Concerts are free and open

out on the Arts Market, taking place August 5.

th

to the public. Be sure not to miss out on our last two concerts this season! We'll welcome the Parrots of the Caribbean on August

NATIONAL S’MORES DAY

1, and host a special 15th Anniversary Encore show on August 8.

Sunday, August 6 | 4 - 7 PM | Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve Shelter

Presented by IU Health.

Drop by our campfire any time during this free, rain or shine event, and we’ll supply everything you need to make a gooey

CONCERTS ON THE CENTRAL GREEN

treat. All ages are welcome and parents must stick around for

Wednesdays, Now - October | Noon - 1 PM | Liberty Plaza

supervision. Don't forget to share your pictures with us using

Grab your lunch and head over to Liberty Plaza on the Central

#NationalSmoresDay! Registration by August 4 is appreciated.

Green to enjoy a free lunchtime concert! These shows will take place from Noon - 1 PM every Wednesday afternoon, May -

HIP & KNEE REPLACEMENT - WHEN IS IT TIME?

October, weather permitting. Presented by Meyer Najem.

Wednesday, August 9 | 6 - 7 PM | Holland Park Join Dr. Khalid Azzam, Orthopedic Surgeon, IU Health Saxony

AMP AFTER DARK PRE-PARTY

Hospital, to learn about aging gracefully and taking care of

Fridays, Now - August 25 | Times Vary | Central Green

yourself in the best way. The session will offer a brief presentation

Join us each week for exciting attractions such as the Arts Crawl,

followed by time for questions and answers. This free event will

Vintage Markets, a visit from the Indianapolis Colts, Live Band

have light refreshments and no registration is required.

Karaoke and much more! These Pre-Parties will take place from 6 - 9 PM for national acts and from 7 - 9 PM for local artists.

SENIOR EXPO sponsored by Hamilton Trace & The Reserve Thursday, August 17 | 11 AM - 1 PM | The Reserve at Hamilton Trace

AMP AFTER DARK CONCERT SERIES

In honor of National Senior Citizens Day, we’re hosting a free

Fridays, Now - September 2 | 9 - 11 PM | Nickel Plate Amphitheater

informative open house. Meet and mingle with various businesses

We’re AMP'ing up our most ambitious lineup to date, with returns

that provide senior services to the public. Light refreshments will

from some of our favorite local artists, as well as major national

be served and no registration is required. The Reserve at Hamilton

acts! Concerts are free* to the public and run through Labor Day

Trace is located at 9974 Federalist Drive, Fishers, Indiana 46037.

weekend. Don't miss these spectacular concerts:

SUNRISE HIKE WITH THE DIRECTOR 8.04 8.11 8.18 8.25

WTTS presents Moon Taxi

Friday, August 18 | 6 AM | NPD AMP

with special guest The Elect

Join Tony Elliot, Director of Parks & Recreation, on a free sunrise

WJJK presents Dogs of Society:

hike for a chance to connect and engage in discussion about our

A Musical Tribute to the Music of Elton John

parks programs and events. No registration is required.

Alt 103.3 presents Better Than Ezra with special guest Cory Williams

YAPPY HOUR

Chad Mills

Wednesday, August 23 | 6 - 8 PM | The Historic Ambassador House

with special guest Cory Williams

You and your pooch are invited to this fun, free event! Alcohol will be available for purchase from Metazoa Brewing Co. and

*Concerts listed in red require ticket for entry. Tune in to the presenting

Vino Mobile Bar. All ages are welcome at these rain or shine

radio stations to learn how you can get tickets!

events. Dogs must be kept on leashes and follow park “petiquette.”

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PARKS PROGRAMS

PUBLIC MEETINGS To view a list of upcoming meetings and submit community

WATER PLAY

events for publication, visit www.fishers.in.us/calendars.

Tuesday, August 8 | 10 - 11 AM | Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve Ages 1 - 5 | Resident $2, Nonresident $3 | Register by August 7

NATIONAL TRAIL MIX DAY Thursday, August 31 | 5 - 7 PM | Flat Fork Creek

MOTHER GOOSE

Chocolate? Nuts? Raisins? Check, check, and check! Celebrate

Thursday, August 24 | 10 - 11 AM | Billericay Park

National Trail Mix Day by joining us at Flat Fork Creek, where

Age 2 | Resident $6, Nonresident $9 | Register by August 17

you can explore our trails, sample different varieties of trail mix, and even make your own trail mix treats! This free, all-ages

PICK A PIECE POTTERY

event is an open house format, so feel free to stop by when

Saturday, August 19 | 1 - 2 PM | Holland Park Building

it’s convenient for your family. Parents, adult supervision

Ages 2+ | Resident $15, Nonresident $23 | Register by August 17

is required at this rain or shine event. Be sure to share your #NationalTrailMixDay photos with us! Registration is not

WALK WITH A PROFESSIONAL

required, but appreciated by August 29.

Friday, August 25 - September 29 | 10 - 11 AM | Multiple Locations Ages 55+ | Free | No registration required

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ANNUAL BLUES FEST

Friday, September 1 & Saturday, September 2 | 7:30 - 11 PM | NPD AMP

The first three hikes include:

The Nickel Plate District Amphitheater is the place to be this

8.25

Danesa Stolz, Parks & Recreation, Ritchey Woods

Labor Day weekend! The 5th annual Fishers Blues Fest returns this

9.01

Economic Growth of Fishers, Cheeney Creek

year with two free nights of music. The two-day event includes

9.08

Debi Teeple, Living Fit RX, Fishers Heritage Park

performances by renowned blues artists, including honoree and blues legend Rev. Charlie Edmunds. Check page 11 for more details.

BARRELS & BREWS

All walks will take place on ADA accessible paths

BEFORE YOU PARTICIPATE...

Thursday, September 7 | 6 - 9 PM | The Ambassador House Enjoy barrel-aged beer as you explore The Historic Ambassador House and Heritage Gardens. Take in the spectacular garden views

YOU MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE

while enjoying live music and a selection of bourbon barrel-aged

Registration can be completed online at the Fishers Parks &

beer provided by Vine and Table, as well as small bites provided

Recreation website (www.fishers.in.us/parks), by mailing in your

by Oak Catering, Simply Served and Food Guys Catering. Cigars

completed form with payment, or in person at the Fishers Parks

will also be available for purchase. This adult-only event (21+)

Office (phone registration not accepted).

is limited to the first 200 people to register by August 31 at

CHECK IT OUT!

https://barrelsandbrews.eventbrite.com.

For additional information regarding these programs, as well as

GLOW IN THE PARK

other events and partner classes, be sure to check out the latest

Saturday, September 16 | 8:30 - 10:30 PM | NPD AMP

issue of the Fun Guide by visiting www.issuu.com/fishersindiana.

This popular, free event is back and messier than ever! Families and kids of all ages are invited to the Nickel Plate District to get

FISHERS PARKS & RECREATION

messy while enjoying face painting, a graffiti wall, a live DJ and a

11565 Brooks School Road

neon splash zone! Black lights, fog machines and lasers will light

Fishers, Indiana 46037

up the night, so wear white and get ready to glow. Glow sticks

(317)595.3150

and costumes are welcome, and we encourage a towel for the ride

Open Monday - Friday | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (excluding holidays)

home. No registration is required, but parent supervision is.

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HAPPENING THIS

AUGUST IN FISHERS

STIGMA FREE FISHERS WEEK

NATIONAL S'MORES DAY

August 7 - 13 | For details on events, visit

4 - 7 PM | Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve

www.fishers.in.us/StigmaFree

Stop by anytime for this free event

WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY 6 - 9 PM | The Ambassador House Adults (21+) only KEEP THIS CALENDAR TO STAY UP TO DATE ON LOCAL EVENTS!

TUESDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES Now - August 8 | 7 - 9 PM

SENIOR EXPO

Nickel Plate District Amphitheater

11 AM - 1 PM | The Reserve at Hamilton Trace 9974 Federalist Drive, Fishers, IN 46037

8.01 Parrots of the Caribbean

8.08 15th Anniversary Encore Show

SUNRISE HIKE WITH THE DIRECTOR

CONCERTS ON THE CENTRAL GREEN

6 AM | NPD AMP

Now - October 25 | Noon - 1 PM

Tony Elliot, Director of Parks & Recreation

Liberty Plaza on the Central Green 8.02 Kelly Isenhower

8.23 Cory Williams

8.09 Zach Day

8.30 Phil Pierle

YAPPY HOUR

8.16 Chad Mills

6 - 8 PM | The Ambassador House Social time for you and your pup

AMP AFTER DARK PRE-PARTY Now - August 25 | Times Vary The Central Green

AMP AFTER DARK CONCERT SERIES Now - September 2 | 9 - 11 PM Nickel Plate District Amphitheater 8.04 Moon Taxi

8.18 Better Than Ezra

8.11 Dogs of Society

8.25 Chad Mills

photo courtesy of @ tashi_thetibetanterrier via Instagram

FISHERS FARMERS’ MARKET

NATIONAL TRAIL MIX DAY

Now - September 30 | 8 AM - Noon

5 - 7 PM | Flat Fork Creek Park

Nickel Plate District Amphitheater

Mix and match treats and trails

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SAFETY DAY RETURNS SEPTEMBER 9 Join Fishers Fire & Emergency Services, St. Vincent Fishers Hospital and various community partners for Safety Day! Free to attend, the event takes place on September 9th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at St. Vincent Fishers (13861 Olio Road). Enjoy live entertainment and demonstrations, delicious food and opportunities to connect with local organizations!

BROOKS SCHOOL BRIDGE The City of Fishers and Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT), with design-build partners Milestone Contractors and United Consulting, have reviewed the bridge design at Brooks School Road over I-69 and options for adding pedestrian access. Bridge deck construction will continue as planned, and construction of pedestrian access will resume next year.

CITY GOVERNMENT ACADEMY City Government Academy (CGA) returns this fall with an opportunity to connect with City leader, earn a greater understanding of day-to-day operations, and to get an exclusive look at Fishers’ unique facilities and departments! The ten-week program kicks off on September 13th. Learn more and register to participate at www.Fishers.in.us/CGA.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE Feel like giving back to your community? Fishers Parks and Rec always has a need for volunteers, whether it’s for concerts, parks events, or Keep Fishers Beautiful. We’d love to have your helping hands make Fishers awesome. Contact Dan Domsic for more information at domsicd@fishers.in.us.