Think Fishers - July 2018

Official Magazine of the City of Fishers • July 2018

Congrats, Class of 2018 page 6 Explore Art in the Nickel Plate District page 10 It’s National Parks & Rec Month! page 16

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 fishers.in.us.

ON THE COVER: Celebrate Independence Day at the annual Blast on the Bridge at Geist Reservoir on Wednesday, July 4.

CITY STAFF MAYOR Scott A. Fadness DEPUTY MAYOR Leah McGrath DEPUTY MAYOR OF ADMINISTRATION Elliott Hultgren CITY JUDGE Daniel E. Henke CITY CLERK Jennifer Kehl

A MESSAGE FROM

CITY CONTROLLER Lisa Bradford

MAYOR FADNESS

CITY ATTORNEY Chris Greisl DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS Eric Pethtel DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & ZONING Tony Bagato

It’s National Parks & Rec Month this July and with 23 parks, 104 miles of trails, 1 nature preserve,

DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING Jeff Hill

and a number of

concerts and events, we have a natioanlly recognized Parks &

DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION Tony Elliot

Rec Department that always delivers.

CHIEF OF POLICE Mitch Thompson From sledding at Flat Fork to splashing at Holland Park to community events that bring us all together, our Parks & Rec

CHIEF OF FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES Steve Orusa

Department is the definition of #vibrant in our community.

DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Tracy Gaynor My challenge to you is to get out and explore your city this month. Find a new park, kayak Fall Creek, or attend a

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Ethan Lee

free concert.

DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Brandon Dickinson Share your adventures by tagging #aroundFishers so we can see how you’re enjoying your play time.

DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Ashley Elrod ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Stephanie Perry

Yours in service,

MARKETING & PR MANAGER Kara Hall BRAND COORDINATOR, DESIGN & LAYOUT Elizabeth Creakbaum

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TODD ZIMMERMAN, PRESIDENT

ERIC MOELLER

SELINA STOLLER

District at Large

North Central District

Northwest District

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RICHARD BLOCK, VICE-PRESIDENT

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PETE PETERSON

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JOHN WEINGARDT

District at Large

Southeast District

South Central District

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CECILIA COBLE

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Fishers City Council meetings are held on the third Monday of every month, beginning at 7 p.m. Meetings take place inside the City Hall auditorium, located at 1 Municipal Drive.

District at Large

Parking is located behind City Hall, and around the Nickel Plate District. Wi-Fi is available at

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City Hall, and the log in credentials can be found on the auditorium door. Residents unable

@CeciliaCoble

to attend a council meeting are encouraged to view meeting minutes and watch the archived view, available online at fishers.in.us/CityCouncil.

BRAD DEREAMER Northeast District

NORTHWEST DISTRICT

SOUTH CENTRAL DISTRICT

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NORTHEAST DISTRICT

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DAVID GEORGE Southwest District george@fishers.in.us @david_c_george

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

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check out Fishers on social media.

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Every day we receive and answer questions about all things

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Fishers via messages, posts, and mentions on our social media

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pages. We figured, if one resident has a question about the

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community, it’s likely that others may as well. That’s why we encourage you to share your questions by using the hashtag

FISHERS FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES

#AskFishers. Each month we’ll share a featured question here.

Non-Emergency: (317) 595.3200 and (317) 846.2525 FIRE STATION 91 2 Municipal Drive | (317) 595.3200 FIRE STATION 92 11595 Brooks School Road | (317) 595.3292 FIRE STATION 93 10501 Allisonville Road | (317) 595.3295 FIRE STATION 94 10701 Cumberland Road | (317) 595.3294

What’s all the construction that’s going on along Allisonville Road?

FIRE STATION 95 10870 East 131st Street | (317) 595.3295 FISHERS PARKS & RECREATION 11565 Brooks School Road, Fishers, Indiana 46037 (317) 595.3150 | parks@fishers.in.us

The City is widening Allisonville Road to four lanes between River Glen and 131st Street to ease

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE CENTER

congestion. This will include improvements to

(317) 776.4005

the traffic signals at 126th and 131st. To stay up to date on this project, visit our website to

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subscribe to the Drive Fishers newsletter, and

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follow @DriveFishers on Twitter.

HSE SCHOOLS MAIN OFFICE 13485 Cumberland Road | (317) 594.4100

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.

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Photos Provided By: 1. Ross Hilleary, @RossHilleary via Twitter 2. Diana, @knotty_hooks_and_chains via Instagram 3. Lakisha Johnson, @lakishamjohnson via Twitter 4. Derek Dailey, @phattire72 via Instagram 5. Wes Shealey, @dubya_shealey via Instagram 6. Daniel Brinkruff, @brinkruff via Twitter

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7. Megan Gamble, @milesofadventures via Instagram

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CONGRATULATION TOP 25 FISHERS GRADUATES Khunsha Ahmed

Matthew Brown

Samuel Brunnemer

Julia Drozd

Abigail Emerson

Lauren Emmerson

Guatam Fotedar

Zachary Ghera

David Ho

Syed Hussain

Emily Justice

Samuel Kuhn

Timothy Lee

Owen Madsen

Anne McCarthy

Kelsey McClymonds

Isaac Meng

Adam Rosenthall

Kendra Roth

Hunter Schultz

Olivia Strobel

Elissa Tam

ADDITIONAL FHS SUMMA CUM LAUDE GRADUATES Saisuvan Chikyala | Elizabeth Cooper | Kathryn Cooper | Sarah Dunlap Thomas Endicott | Courtney Fella | Mary Green | Daniel Hagedorn | Kurt Hardy Emily Harper | Teegan Heiniger | Sarah Hiatt | Christian Ibrahim | Brian Kang Rachel Keen | Sean Kurtock | Kamya Lapsley | Kaitlyn Patterson | David Rao Patricia Rollison | Brendan Scher | Kaila Seay | Jeremy Simpson | Jeremy Szilagyi Lesa Thai | Benjamin Turner Haley Thomas

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Luke Uribe

Noah Winegardner

Connect with HSE by visiting hse.k12.in.us

NS, CLASS OF 2018!

TOP 25 HAMILTON SOUTHEASTERN GRADUATES Noor Abdullah

Jinan Ayub

Andrew Bowman

Mallory Cavanaugh

Min Ju Cha

Venkata Chintala

Stephanie Clark

Carly Count

Nicholas Farber

Conner Gamble

Hana Ghoneima

Grace Hamilton

Haeli Juthani

Saanika Kamat

Spencer Lawson

Camryn Lemke

Jillian Pence

Ethan Pulliam

Meghana Reddy

Alex Sivertson

Mark Slaninka

Hannah Stebbe

ADDITIONAL HSE SUMMA CUM LAUDE GRADUATES Rachel Carnovale | Kayla Denien | Lydia Eisenmann | Jacob Galvez | Cole Heald James Henderson | John Kirby | Lauren Lee | Rebecca Liu | Abigail Lohman Anna Miller | Huynhvi Nguyen | Ian Nowlin | Ryan Pfanstiel | Ethan Rowe Francis Scarchilli | Kayla Seifert | Sara Spieth | Ashley Spirrison | Avery Szot Julie Tadrous | Victoria Vicory | Emily Zhang Kelsie Stout

@HSESchools

David Sun

HSESchools

Abigail Wirtz

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FISHERS BIZ SPOTLIGHT with

Think Fishers spoke with Steve Burzynski, president of Imavex to learn more about the firm which just settled into their new digs in downtown Fishers.

Think Fishers: What is Imavex’s 30-second elevator pitch?

Steve Burzynski: Imavex is an innovative technology and results-centric marketing company.

We guide businesses and

organizations with expertise on how to leverage technology, reach target audiences, effectively engage, to drive real results.

TF: What is it that you love the most about being part of the Fishers community?

SB: Fishers offers a vibrant landscape where we can live, play, and serve others professionally and philanthropically. The energy is truly unique and the connection to a growing number of entrepreneurial companies and individuals is very exciting. As we strive to attract and retain great talent, the lifestyle attributes Fishers offers is very important. There is always something new in the works. The drive to never stop or settle is contagious.

TF: What’s new for 2018?

SB: The new office is giving us a refreshed view and our staff is living and having a blast in the community. There is always a bump in excitement when the office environment offers a new quality and convenience, spurring new energy in the work environment.

We will continue our focus of providing our

expertise to businesses here on the Fishers front and in Hamilton County as a whole. Imavex is invested into the ever-growing and flourishing tech scene in Fishers. We are always striving to be a guide for our clients and doing all we can to make them the heroes they deserve to be in their industries.

TF: To us, Fishers is a smart, vibrant, and entrepreneurial city, and we know our businesses are too. Which of those words best describe Imavex?

SB: As a company we look to attract smart, energetic, entrepreneurial, and spirited individuals to join our team.

We

encourage a very open dialog within our company. If someone has an idea, it is heard and often implemented. This open dialogue and sharing of ideas here at Imavex is very in sync with how Fishers approaches its new projects and initiatives.

Visit imavex.com for more information.

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THINK FISHERS’ NON-PROFIT GROUP OF THE MONTH

Spanning more than 1,000 wooded acres in Fishers, Indiana, Conner Prairie welcomes more than 400,000 visitors of all ages annually. As Indiana’s first Smithsonian Institute affiliate, Conner Prairie offers various outdoor, historicallythemed encounters, and indoor experiential learning spaces that combine history and art with science, technology, engineering, and math to offer an authentic look into history that shapes society today.

The unique indoor and outdoor experience areas throughout our property include: 1859 Balloon Voyage, Animal Encounters, Civil War Journey, Create.Connect, Discovery Station, Lenape Indiana Camp, Prairietown, Treetop Outpost, William Conner House, and more!

Throughout the year, Conner Prairie offers annual events that will ignite the imaginations of our guests and encourage exploration and understanding.

Events like Curiosity Fair, Festival of Machines, Follow The North Star, Headless Horseman, Hearthside Suppers, Holidays On The Prairie, Passport To Hi-Tech, and Shear Fun are not to be missed.

Conner Prairie is a 501(c)3, nonprofit organization – accredited by the American Alliance of Museums – that relies on grants and philanthropic donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations for sustainability and growth. Visit connerprairie.org or call (800) 966-1836 for admission dates, hours, ticket prices, and opportunities to donate and volunteer.

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PUBLIC ART INFUSES VIBRANCY INTO DOWNTOWN FISHERS If you have taken a stroll through the Nickel Plate District lately, you have likely noticed the growing presence of public art at every turn. Amongst the storefronts, offices, and residential units, colorful works of art are infusing vibrancy into downtown Fishers.

Painted electrical boxes transform the mundane into something beautiful. Giant banners hanging from The Edge parking garage showcase works by local artists that capture the spirit of our smart, vibrant, and entrepreneurial city. At Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt, a brick wall serves as the canvas for a new mural that artist Craig Martin calls “a colorful gathering point for the community.”

In December 2013, the City of Fishers affirmed its commitment to public art with the creation of the Community Master Art Plan. The plan established a long-term vision and policy framework for community art projects within Fishers. Since then, the City has worked closely with the Fishers Arts Council, Arts Council of Indianapolis, and Nickel Plate Arts to ensure that public art is part of the fabric of our community.

“Public art is one way we can continue to progress the vibrancy of our city, and celebrate the creativity and innovation of those in our community,” says Mayor Scott Fadness.

An ongoing collaboration between the Fishers Arts Council, Nickel Plate Arts, and City of Fishers, Art in City Hall transforms the atrium of City Hall into an art gallery celebrating local artists. Exhibitions rotate monthly and are free and open to the public. On display this month is a juried exhibit from the Hamilton County Artists’ Association.

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Another ongoing community art project is the painting of various signal boxes throughout the Nickel Plate District. Last month, local artist Travis Neal painted the signal box at the Pocket Park on 116th Street. His playful work, Aquarium Surprise, depicts a cat transfixed by the reflection of his tail on a fish tank. The project is in partnership with the Fishers Arts Council. The Council supports, advocates, and cultivates visual and performing arts opportunities that educate, enhance, and enrich the lives of those who live, work, and visit Fishers.

“The City was looking for a way to create a cohesive look to the Nickel Plate District,” says Daniel Kloc, president of the Fishers Arts Council, on the impetus for the electrical box project.

“The signal box art starts creating those strands that connect everything together.”

DON’T MISS THIS!

Currently on display at the parking garage at The Edge is Kyle

THE NICKEL PLATE DISTRICT ARTS CRAWL

Ragsdale’s series of banners titled Star Spangled Summer, featuring

Friday, July 13 | 6 - 9 PM

scenes of summer fun, including fireworks, pool parties, and date

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nights. The garage features a seasonally rotating series of banners

Explore the vibrant art scene in downtown Fishers during

by local artists, including Rachel Johnson and Warren Miller.

Arts Crawl on Friday, July 13 from 6 to 9 p.m. Take an evening stroll and enjoy local and regional artwork at

The newest piece of public art is a mural titled Blue Rose Junction.

businesses throughout the Nickel Plate District. This annual

The work debuted last month outside of Handel’s Homemade Ice

event is supported by the Fishers Arts Council, Nickel Plate

Cream & Yogurt in the heart of the Nickel Plate District. The artist,

Arts, and the Nickel Plate District Business Council.

Craig Martin, was chosen for the project by a public art selection committee with representation from Fishers Arts Council, Nickel

The special evening concludes with an AMP After Dark

Plate Arts, the Arts Council of Indianapolis, and City of Fishers.

concert featuring Jennie DeVoe at 9 p.m.

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THE NPD ARTS TRAIL 1. BALLOON RIDE by Marc Anderson Signal Box at 116th Street & Holland Drive 2. BIRDS by William Denton-Ray Signal Box at 116 Street & Regency (Sunblest Apartments) th

3. STRAIGHT-ON MONON by Jacque Hammonds Signal Box at 116th Street & The Switch

Local businesses are also following suit. Meyer Najem CEO Anthony Najem is passionate about supporting the local arts community. Meyer Najem was the first private business in the Nickel Plate District to invest in and install public outdoor art. On the southeast corner of their office building on Lantern Road is a 12-foot-tall steel sculpture by Noblesville artist Kevin Huff. The sculpture, Seige the Day, was commissioned by the Meyer Najem.

4. MUDSOCK SPIRIT by Nekoda Witsken In the Pocket Park on 116th Street

Two years ago, Meyer Najem opened a public gallery space on the

5. AQUARIUM SURPRISE by Travis Neal

second floor of their building with the help of the Nickel Plate

Just completed Signal Box at the Pocket Park on 116th Street 6. BLUE ROSE JUNCTION by Craig Martin Mural at Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt 7. BIKE RIDE by Marc Anderson Signal Box at 116th Street & Lantern Road

Arts. The space was designed not only to exhibit local artwork, but also to share with the community. The gallery collaborates with Nickel Plate Arts to bring in new artists each quarter. Earlier this year, the gallery exhibited the bold, graphic paintings of local artist Warren Miller.

8. INDIANA DAFFODILS by Jen Byler Signal Box at 116th Street & The Edge Building 9. STAR SPANGLED SUMMER by Kyle Ragsdale

The community is invited to explore the local arts scene at the annual Arts Crawl event on July 13.

Banners hanging on the East side of The Edge garage 10. MILLE BORNES by Jacque Hammonds Signal Box at Commercial Drive & North Street 11. SEIGE THE DAY by Kevin Huff Sculpture at Meyer Najem (Lantern Road & Commercial Drive) 12. FACE THE MUSIC by William Denton-Ray Signal Box at Commercial Drive & Lantern Road

“We love the opportunity to be a part of the Arts Crawl because most people don’t necessarily associate a commercial construction company with the arts community,” said Najem. “But, in reality, the construction of a building or public space is a form of art. Our medium is steel or bricks and mortar and the end result is a work of art.”

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AS ENGAGED RESIDENTS OF THIS COMMUNITY, WE HA THE OPPORTUNITY TO STAND BEHIND O FIRST RESPONDERS INPOLICE SERVICE. NEW CLUB SUPPORTS FISHERS’ AND

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FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES PERSONNEL, ACCEPTING MEMBERSHIPS SUBMITTED BY AUTUMN GASIOR You can feel it on the Mud Day field on a summer

support to our public safety men and women and their

Saturday afternoon. You can hear it at the Nickel Plate

families in the event of a duty-related disability or

District Amphitheater as Fishers’ families gather

death. In addition, the club is planning to monetarily

for summer concerts. You can see it in the crowds

contribute to continued education opportunities for

at Blast on the Bridge or last month’s Spark!Fishers

the agencies.

celebration. Fishers is a vibrant, engaged community.

But above all, Fishers is safe.

“Tragedy can escalate quickly and strike anywhere, at any time. As engaged residents of this community,

How can we better serve the men and women that

we have the opportunity to stand behind our first

keep it that way?

responders in service,” says Jim Ratliff.

This is the question Councilman Rich Block and

Members of the Fifty Club of Fishers include both

Fishers residents Jim Ratliff and Steve Lutz asked

residents

themselves last year. After learning that others also

Membership includes invitation to all Club activities

wanted to show support for Fishers’ first responders,

and events, without any specific time commitments.

and

businesses

throughout

Fishers.

they decided to act. The answer was to form a Fifty Club in Fishers that helps to support the public safety

“We recently held a spring membership drive

personnel through yearly membership dues.

event at Topgolf and had a great turnout from the

Thus began, The Fifty Club of Fishers in June 2017.

“Public safety is a twenty-four-seven profession

community,” said Ratliff. “We wanted our local

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heroes to know the people of Fishers have their back

Be on the look out for

if tragedy strikes, and we aren’t alone. The Club is 64

information regarding

strong and growing.”

a fall membership drive

that takes sacrifice from not only the individual, but

at Four Day Ray. Details

also his or her family,” says Councilman Block. “The

Charter membership are available and includes a

will be released later

Fifty Club of Fishers ensures financial security to

one-time donation of $1,000 with $250 annual dues

this summer.

those that protect and serve our community in the

thereafter. The standard membership is a one-time

event of tragedy.”

donation of $250 with $250 in annual dues following.

CONNECT

Anyone interested in joining the club or would like to

FiftyOfFishers.com

Working collaboratively with the City of Fishers’

learn more should check out fiftyoffishers.com. You

Fifty Club of Fishers

police, fire, and emergency services, and human

can also find the club on Twitter at @50ClubFishers

@50ClubFishers

resources department, the club provides financial

or on Facebook.

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FISHERS

FOOD IN REVIEW

WHAT TO ORDER Main Street Poké is the place to create your own dish, but offers recommended combinations such as the Spicy Crab Bowl and Founder’s Favorite

MAIN STREET POKÉ PUTS A MIDWESTERN TWIST ON A HAWAIIAN FAVORITE

Search the Internet for “poké” and you’ll find many articles describing its rising popularity. Business Insider called it the “biggest fast casual food trend in 2017”, and HAWAI’I Magazine

SO WHAT IS POKÉ?

dubbed it “the world’s new fast food.”

Poké (pronounced poh-kay) is a popular Hawaiian dish The Hawaiian dish turned California staple is now taking the

featuring cubed and marinated raw fish.

national food scene by storm. When Main Street Poké opened its first location in Carmel in May 2017, it was the only dedicated

HOW DO YOU BUILD A POKÉ BOWL?

poké restaurant in Indiana. Now, while others have opened across

This isn’t the place to be intimidated. Building a bowl is

the state, it remains the only one that is locally owned. A second

easy (and fun!) and the wide selection of locally sourced

location opened in downtown Fishers last winter, and has been

ingredients brings it close to home. The menu features

serving up delicious and Instagram worthy poké bowls ever since.

several recommendations, like the Spicy Crab Bowl and Founder’s Favorite, if you aren’t up for designing your

“If you love sushi, then you’re in the right place,” says manager

own creation.

Alex Savader. Don’t like fish? No worries, neither does he! With proteins from the land (including chicken and pork from Joe’s

BUILD YOUR OWN BOWL:

Butcher Shop) and sea (both raw and cooked fish), along with

1. Choose your base (brown rice, white rice, or spring mix)

vegan and gluten free options, there’s something for everyone.

2. Pick your proteins (land, sea, and vegan options) 3. Color your bowl with add-ins (carrots, corn, cucumbers,

Typically served as an appetizer or snack in Hawaii, Main Street

and green onion)

Poké offers a heartier, meal version with a Midwestern twist. While

4. Select your house-made sauce (try the Main Street Sweet

poké is traditionally served over a seaweed salad, Main Street

and Main Street Heat)

Poké serves it over rice or spring greens. Corn—a Hoosier staple

5. Finish off with toppings (edamame, wasabi, avocado,

not commonly found at the poké restaurants in California—is also

chow mein noodles, and so many more)

available as an add-in.

Stop by and grab a bowl to go, or sit and stay a while in the casual

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dining space offering a great view of downtown Fishers. Also on

Main Street Poké

Main Street Poké

the menu are beer, wine, Circle City Kombucha, Broad Ripple

8594 East 116th Street, Suite 30

mainstreetpoke

Chips, and mochi ice cream.

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THE YEAR OF PARKS Fishers Parks & Recreation has named 2018 “The Year of Parks,” a citywide celebration of the community’s vibrant recreation areas and public greenspaces.

To celebrate the City’s parks, Think Fishers is exploring one of 24 different Fishers parks each month in 2018

HERITAGE PARK

DON’T MISS IT!

One of Fishers’ most charming parks, Heritage Park (10595 Eller Road) is a hidden gem

online for details and more.

Be sure to mark your calendar for these upcoming events, and stay in touch with Fishers Park & Recreation

in the heart of Fishers. The 33-acre park located at Eller Road and 106th Street is known for its scenic multi-use and wooded nature trails, one of the best sledding hills in the City,

YAPPY HOUR

and the beautiful Historic Ambassador House and Heritage Gardens.

Wednesdays, July 11 & August 8 6 - 8 PM | All Ages | Free

Nestled in the center of the park is The Ambassador House, a top-rated wedding and

Bring your dog for this puppy play

special event venue rich in both history and charm. Originally built in 1826 at the corner

date and social hour. Take a hike

of 96th Street and Allisonville Road, the restored Greek Revival-style home was once the

around Heritage Park and enjoy

summer house of prominent Indianapolis attorney Addison Harris, who served as the U.S.

live entertainment and more at the

Ambassador to Austria-Hungary from 1899-1901.

Ambassador House.

The Ambassador House & Heritage Gardens is available to rent year-round and can

WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY

host up to 250 guests outdoors on the European-style terrace or in the garden tent

Wednesday, August 22

from April to October. During the winter months, the facility can accommodate up

6:30 - 9:30 PM | Ages 21+ | $10

to 60 guests for intimate indoor weddings and events. To learn more about the venue,

Enjoy small bites, wine tasting, and

visit ambassadorhouse.org.

live entertainment surrounded by spectacular garden views. Register for

In addition to the beautiful Heritage Gardens at the Ambassador House, the park is home

this event at fishers.in.us/Register by

to a variety of bird and plant species that visitors can enjoy on the nature trail and the

August 15.

half-mile paved loop trail that serves as the first segment of the White River Greenway.

The park is also a popular location for birdwatching and nature study.

Heritage Park is home to several Fishers Parks & Recreation events, including the free Yappy Hour event and Wine Down Wednesday. Both events offer guests the opportunity to explore Heritage Park and the Historic Ambassador House & Heritage Gardens while enjoying live entertainment. For more information about these and other events, follow the Fishers Parks & Recreation Department on Facebook and Twitter, and learn more about Heritage Park by visiting fishers.in.us/HeritagePark.

CHECK IT OUT! Head out on a virtual tour of Heritage Park along with Tony Elliot, Director of Fishers Parks & Recreation, when you visit fishers.in.us/VirtualTour.

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JULY IS THE MONTH TO CELEBRATE

PARKS & RECREATION In honor of National Parks and Recreation

Additionally Fishers Parks & Recreation

Month, Fishers Parks & Recreation is

encourages Cache In, Trash Out (CITO), an

celebrating the many amenities, programs,

environmental initiative where geocachers

and events that Fishers has to offer. This

to work together to improve our parks,

July, we’re inviting residents and families

from picking up litter on a trail to tidying

to discover and explore all the ways parks

up the area around the geocache. For more

and recreation can improve quality of

information on geocaching and how to get

life, from innovative health and wellness

started, visit fishers.in.us/Geocaching.

opportunities, to new STEM and nature

3.THE NATURALIST IS IN!

education initiatives, and more.

Swing by the Ritchey Woods Nature An initiative of the National Parks and

Preserve shelter (10410 Hague Road) to

Recreation Association (NRPA), Park and

visit with Fishers Parks & Recreation’s

Recreation Month highlights the vital and

Chief Naturalist Danesa Stolz and ask your

powerful role local parks and recreation

nature questions and learn about our parks

play in conservation, health and wellness,

and natural areas. Find the Ritchey Woods

and social equity efforts in all communities.

Shelter hours and more info when you visit

Next, follow these tips on how to Get Out

fishers.in.us/RitcheyWoods.

and Play this month!

4.#UNPLUGFISHERS 1.SECOND NATURE BACKPACKS

It’s no surprise that studies show many

Explore Fishers Parks with free rentable

benefits to being outside and unplugging

nature

that

from our busy lives. From decreasing

have everything you need for your next

depression, to better sleep, and increased

adventure! Backpacks are available for

energy, ecotherapy is an important aspect of

all ages from preschool to adult, and

our health and wellness that is often ignored.

exploration

backpacks

include field guides, binoculars, and other useful items to help you explore the great

Fishers Parks & Recreation wants to help

outdoors. Visit fishers.in.us/SecondNature

you unplug and make spending time in

to learn more.

nature YOUR second nature. Whether it’s enjoying a picnic or walking the trails,

2.GEOCACHING

summer is the perfect time to unplug from

This summer, we’re inviting residents

your busy life and enjoy ecotherapy. Share

and visitors to explore City parks and

your photos with us using #UnplugFishers

recreation areas in innovative ways with

to show us your favorite places to unplug.

the new Fishers Parks Geocaching Series!

Geocaching

outdoor

For more information about National

treasure hunting game where participants

is

a

real-world,

Parks and Recreation Month and Fishers

use GPS-enabled devices and coordinates

Parks & Recreation, follow Fishers Parks &

to locate caches, or containers of trinkets,

Recreation on Facebook and Twitter, and

hidden by others in the great outdoors.

visit fishers.in.us/Parks.

@FishersParksandRecreation

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@fishersparks

@NickelPlateDistrict

SPECIAL EVENTS TUESDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES Tuesdays, Now - August 7 | 7 - 9 PM | Central Green & NPD AMP With the updated AMP boasting improved connectivity and sidewalks, centrally located restrooms, and more, families will love this Fishers summer tradition. Bring your blanket and a picnic for these free concerts presented by IU Health Saxony. Concerts will be held on the Central Green until the grand opening of the new NPD AMP.

CONCERTS ON THE CENTRAL GREEN Wednesdays, Now - September 26 | Noon - 1 PM | Central Green

MUD DAY

Meyer Najem invites you to bring your lunch and enjoy a free

Saturday, July 14 | 10 AM - 2 PM | Cyntheanne Park

concert on the Central Green every Wednesday from May through

20 tons of soil and over 50,000 gallons of water create a giant

September, weather permitting. Grab and go lunch options will be

mud pit for this rain or shine event. Children can compete in

available to purchase from local businesses.

fun challenges and have a chance at being crowned King and Queen Mud as a DJ spins the hottest songs of the summer.

AMP AFTER DARK CONCERT SERIES

Kona Ice and food trucks will be on site for food purchases.

Fridays, Now - September 21 | 9 - 11 PM | Central Green & NPD AMP

Wear old clothes and shoes, and bring a towel and fresh

Join us as national and local recording artists rock our new and

change of clothes to wear after you wash off at the rinse

improved NPD AMP this summer! From classic rock to bluesy

stations. Parent supervision is required.

melodies, AMP After Dark has something for everyone. Concerts will be held on the Central Green until the grand opening of the new NPD AMP.

NEW THIS YEAR: ADULT HAPPY HOUR AT MUD DAY! Saturday, July 14 | 4 - 7 PM | Cyntheanne Park

FISHERS FARMERS’ MARKET presented by IU Health Saxony

Ages 21+ can get messy while playing games like mud

Saturdays, Now - September 29 | 8 AM - Noon | Municipal Complex

volleyball, tug-of-war, and twister while sipping on a cold

The award-winning summer Fishers Farmers’ Market features

brew in the giant mud pit.

local produce, baked goods, and prepared foods from over 55 full and part-time vendors. Enjoy entertainment, children’s activities, and cooking demonstrations while stocking up on fresh food from

THE NICKEL PLATE DISTRICT ARTS CRAWL

local farmers and producers. Farmers’ Markets will take place on

Friday, July 13 | 6 - 9 PM | Around the NPD

the east side of City Hall until the grand opening of the new NPD

Enjoy a stroll through the Nickel Plate District as you enjoy local

AMP. Parking is available in the Depot and Switch garages to the

and regional artwork. Participating businesses will feature artists

east and west of City Hall. Visit fishers.in.us/FarmersMarket for

and artwork will be available for purchase during the event. End

event updates.

the evening with an AMP After Dark show featuring Jennie DeVoe. Special thanks to the Fishers Arts Council, Nickel Plate Arts, and

YAPPY HOUR

the Nickel Plate District Business Council for their support.

Wednesday, July 11 | 6 - 8 PM | The Historic Ambassador House Enjoy a fun puppy play date while socializing under the tent,

SUNRISE HIKE WITH THE DIRECTOR

walking the paved trails, enjoying live entertainment, and more.

Friday, July 20 | 6 AM | Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve

Alcohol will be available for purchase and a food truck will be on

Start your day with a hike alongside Fishers Parks & Recreation

site. All ages are welcome at these rain or shine events. Please

Director Tony Elliot as you connect and engage in meaningful

keep dogs on leashes and follow park “petiquette.”

discussion about parks and community spaces.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

PARKS PROGRAMS

ART IN CITY HALL

SUPERHERO BREAKFAST

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

Saturday, July 21 | 9 - 11 AM | All Ages | Ambassador House | $10/person*

In partnership with the Fishers Arts Council, the Art in City Hall

Discover your superpowers at this delicious breakfast where the

exhibit invites Fishers residents to celebrate public art in the

whole family will enjoy crafts, activities, and a visit from a special

vibrant Nickel Plate District. The rotating exhibit features pieces

superhero! Register by July 14. *Children under 2 are free.

from established and emerging artists and is open to all.

CARDBOARD REGATTA WORKOUT WEDNESDAYS powered by The Max Challenge

Saturday, August 4 | 10 AM

Wednesdays, Now - September 26 | 9:45 - 10:45 AM | Central Green

All Ages | The Indianapolis Sailing Club | $25/team

Join The Max Challenge for free cardio and interval training

The first annual Indianapolis Sailing Club Cardboard Boat Regatta

sessions every Wednesday. No registration is required.

encourages creative thinking as teams race sailboats designed and created from cardboard. After the race, enjoy food, music,

SAXONY INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION CONCERT & FIREWORKS

and more. For more info, visit fishers.in.us/Regatta. Register by July 20.

Tuesday, July 3 | 7 PM Witten Park at Saxony | Free

FALL SOFTBALL LEAGUE

Join Saxony for its 2018 Independence Celebration Concert and

Sundays, August 5 - October 14 | Noon - 6 PM

Fireworks. This outdoor event will feature live music, food trucks,

Ages 18+ | Holland Park | $472

and more. For more info, visit Saxony-Indiana.com.

Adults can compete in this 10-week league with three different levels of play. No games on September 2, unless needed for a rain

BLAST ON THE BRIDGE

makeup day. Playing as a free agent? Contact the Fishers Parks &

Wednesday, July 4 | Fireworks at 10 PM

Recreation office to be matched with a team. Register by July 20.

Fall Creek Bridge and Geist Marina | Free The annual Fourth of July celebration promises a spectacular view of fireworks over Geist Reservoir. Proceeds benefit Geist Lake Coalition’s Clean Water Initiative. For more info, visit

BEFORE YOU PARTICIPATE...

GeistLakeCoalition.org.

YOU MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE HTC KIDZ BLOCK PARTY

Registration can be completed on the Fishers Parks & Recreation

Saturday, July 28 | 1 - 4 PM

website, by mailing in a completed form with payment, or at the

Hamilton Town Center | Free

Fishers Parks Office (phone registrations are not accepted).

Have fun while getting ready for back to school! Enjoy food trucks, a DJ, and back-to-school shopping specials as you explore

CHECK IT OUT!

options for athletic teams, clubs, and after-school programs.

For additional information regarding these programs, as well as

Don’t forget to stop by the Fishers Parks & Recreation booth to

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

check out our upcoming programs.

issue of the Fun Guide by visiting issuu.com/FishersIndiana.

FISHERS PARKS & RECREATION 11565 Brooks School Road, Fishers, Indiana 46037

PUBLIC MEETINGS

(317) 595.3150 | fishers.in.us/Parks

To view a list of upcoming meetings and submit community events for publication, visit fishers.in.us/Calendars.

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Open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday | 8:30 AM - 7 PM Tuesday and Thursday | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (excludes holidays)

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HAPPENING THIS

JULY IN FISHERS

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

SAXONY INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION CONCERT & FIREWORKS

Central Green & NPD AMP

7 PM | Witten Park at Saxony

7.03 The Pettybreakers

7.24 Dave & Rae

7.10 The Bishops

7.31 The Doo!

BLAST ON THE BRIDGE

7.17 Parrots of the Caribbean

Fireworks at 10 PM Fall Creek Bridge and Geist Marina

CONCERTS ON THE CENTRAL GREEN Now - September 26 | Noon - 1 PM

YAPPY HOUR

Liberty Plaza on the Central Green

6 - 8 PM | Ambassador House 7.11 Kelly Isenhower

7.25 Chad Mills

7.18 Phil Pierle

WORKOUT WEDNESDAYS powered by The Max Challenge NPD ARTS CRAWL

Now - September 26 | 9:45 - 10:45 AM | Central Green

6 - 9 PM | Around the Nickel Plate District

AMP AFTER DARK CONCERT SERIES Now - September 21 | 9 - 11 PM

MUD DAY

Central Green & NPD AMP

10 AM - 2 PM | Cyntheanne Park 7.06 The Meek Sisters

Adult Happy Hour 4 - 7 PM

7.13 Jennie DeVoe 7.20 Sounds of Summer: The Music of the Beach Boys 7.27 Woomblies Rock Orchestra

SUNRISE HIKE WITH THE DIRECTOR 6 AM | Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve

FISHERS FARMERS’ MARKET Now - September 30 | 8 AM - Noon Nickel Plate District Amphitheater

SUPERHERO BREAKFAST 9 - 11 AM | Ambassador House Register by July 14

HTC KIDZ BLOCK PARTY 1 - 4 PM | Hamilton Town Center

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MANY THANKS TO ALL OUR 2018 SPONSORS!

5K SILVER SPONSORS Barnes & Thornburg, LLP | ICC Floors | Technology Interiors | Citizens State Bank | Meyer Najem | Vibenomics | Flexware Innovation | IU Health Saxony Hospital | Long & Associates

SHUTTLE SPONSORS Boomerang Development | Duke Energy | IU Health Saxony Hospital | A&F Engineering | RealAmerica | Hamilton Trace & The Reserve | Envoy

PARTNERS & IN-KIND Visit Hamilton County | Nickel Plate Arts | Current in Fishers | WISH-TV | Entercom | Vardagen | Reynolds Farm Equipment | Meyer Najem | ClearObject | Four Day Ray | Tom Wood Aviation

FRIENDS OF SPARK!FISHERS RQAW | CMG Worldwide | Ginovus | Taylor’s Bakery | Stevenson Legal Group | Browning Day Mullins Dierdorf | Community Health Network | Orange Theory | Comcast