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Think Fishers is the official magazine for the City of Fishers, Indiana and is produced in-house by the City’s Public Relations team. Additional copies are available at City Hall (1 Municipal Drive). For more information, visit fishers.in.us. ON THE COVER: A rendering of the future intersection at 141st Street & SR37
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RESOURCES MAYOR FADNESS LETTER TO RESIDENTS
Welcome to our new quarterly format for Think Fishers. Noting our great partners at TownePost Network, Current in Fishers, and Larry in Fishers, we’ve decided to take a different direction with the City’s monthly magazine. Of course, we’re saving resources by switching to a quarterly format, but the benefit lies in sharing a different side of Fishers, allowing time to dive deeper into what makes our city uniquely Fishers. As always, you can connect with us 24/7 via social media or by signing up for our email updates at fishers.in.us/Connect.
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Enjoy the rest of your summer in Fishers – it’s already been full of memorable events and adventures thanks to PERMITTING & INSPECTIONS Fishers Parks & Recreation's signature summer events (317) 595.3120 from concerts to Monsoon Madness to the new Fishers tradition: Spark!Fishers. FISHERS CITY COURT (317) 595.3130 See you #AroundFishers. FISHERS POLICE DEPARTMENT Yours in service, CHIEF ED GEBHART 4 Municipal Drive | 46038 Non-Emergency: (317) 595.3300 Dispatch: (317) 773.1282 Scott A. Fadness Anonymous Tip Line: (317) 595.3305
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FISHERS FIRE & EMERGENCY CHIEF STEVE ORUSA Non-Emergency: (317) 595.3200 and (317) 846.2525 FIRE STATION 91 12901 Fuel Way | 46038 FIRE STATION 92 11595 Brooks School Road | 46038 FIRE STATION 93 10305 Allisonville Road | 46038 FIRE STATION 94 10701 Cumberland Road | 46038 FIRE STATION 95 10870 East 131st Street | 46037 FIRE STATION 96 15300 East 104th Street | 46037 FIRE STATION 97 13000 East 136th Street | 46037 HSE SCHOOLS MAIN OFFICE 13485 Cumberland Road | 46038 (317) 594.4100 HAMILTON COUNTY CLERK (317) 776.9629 HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE CENTER (317) 776.4005
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CITY STAFF MAYOR Scott Fadness
DEPUTY MAYOR Leah McGrath
DEPUTY MAYOR OF ADMINISTRATION Elliott Hultgren
CITY JUDGE Daniel E. Henke
CITY CLERK Jennifer Kehl
CITY CONTROLLER Lisa Bradford
CITY ATTORNEY Chris Greisl
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS Eric Pethtel
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Ethan Lee
DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Megan Baumgartner
DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION Sarah Sandquist
DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & ZONING Tony Bagato
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING Jason Taylor
DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Tracy Gaynor Ashley Elrod
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PR Stephanie Perry
MARKETING & PR MANAGER Kara Hall
BRAND COORDINATOR, DESIGN & LAYOUT Elizabeth Creakbaum
CITY COUNCIL RICHARD BLOCK, President, District at Large blockr@fishers.in.us Facebook: RichBlock
TODD ZIMMERMAN, District at Large zimmermant@fishers.in.us Twitter: @toddpzimmerman
PETE PETERSON, Southeast District petersonp@fishers.in.us Facebook: PetePeterson
ERIC MOELLER, Vice-President, North Central District DAVID GEORGE, Southwest District moellere@fishers.in.us george@fishers.in.us Twitter: @eecmoeller Twitter: @david_c_george
SELINA STOLLER, Northwest District stollers@fishers.in.us Facebook: StollerForCouncil
CECILIA COBLE, District at Large coblec@fishers.in.us Twitter: @CeciliaCoble
JOHN WEINGARDT, South Central District weingardt@fishers.in.us Facebook: JohnWeingardt
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We want a glimpse into city life from your perspective, so each issue 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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WOLFIES GRILL
Fishers Food in Review invites you to soak up the summer while enjoying Wolfies at Geist Summer has arrived, and Geist Reservoir is bustling with boaters, sunseekers, and outdoor adventurers ready to soak up the warm weather. Since opening on Geist last spring, Wolfies has quickly established itself as a major waterfront destination. common poor traits a hospitality industry can bring. The foundation in While the Geist location is still fairly new, the family-owned restaurant our faith has helped shape characteristics we feel keep our team happy has been around Hamilton County for 15 years. The original location and cohesive.” opened on Morse Reservoir in 2004, followed by a location in Fishers off 96th Street in 2008, and later locations in Carmel and Westfield. Popular menu items include the Wolfies Shrimp Cocktail (appetizer), French Onion Soup, Nyla’s Wedge Salad (named after Nyla Wolf, Wolfies The Geist location was a natural next step for the restaurant. co-founder), The Pan Crusted Chicken, Hand Breaded Tenderloin, and the Jalapeno Baja Burger. Recent new additions to the menu include the “Wolfies at Geist has always been on our radar,” said Alec Wolf, area Bison Meatloaf and the Coconut Shrimp. director and Wolf family member. “Having experience as a lakefront restaurant, we have been encouraged to open our same concept Wolfies also offers daily and monthly specials, along with hosting elsewhere. Wolfies at Geist is larger than our original store but we local musicians every Friday and Saturday in the Beer Garden. In July, felt we could provide the service, quality, and consistency the Geist Wolfies is promoting the health of Indiana lakes with the Morse and community was looking for.” Geist Lake Coalitions. The restaurant will offer beer from Sweetwater Brewing and for every pint sold, a portion will be donated to preserve While every location shares the same menu and signature Northern local lakes. woods atmosphere, each restaurant has its own unique personality and vibe. For one, the sizes of the locations vary. While the location on 96th Street seats around 120, the Geist location can house more than VISIT WOLFIES GRILL 600 guests. 11699 Fall Creek Road, 46256 However, Alec says it’s the long-standing employees who keep the Wolfies culture intact.
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August marks the beginning of the long-awaited State Road 37 Improvement Project, a multiyear joint project between the City of Fishers, Hamilton County, and INDOT to improve safety and traffic flow on the major corridor. In June, the City of Fishers and Hamilton County launched its campaign to encourage residents and visitors alike to support businesses along SR37 during construction, 37Thrives. The campaign will feature stories of the businesses along the route, including local business owners, discounts and promotions, and routes to access your favorite restaurants and stores.
ABOUT THE SR37 PROJECT:
The SR37 Improvement Project improves three main challenges: 131st Street & SR37
• ALLEVIATES TRAFFIC CONGESTION • Improving traffic flow along State Road 37 impacts the time drivers spend waiting
at traffic signals. • Improving traffic congestion directly impacts secondary back-ups on the east and
west streets. • Improving the overall experience on 37 impacts the quality and future growth of
the corridor.
• ENHANCES BUSINESSES • Improving the infrastructure of SR37 impacts businesses by keeping drivers on this
connected highway • Improving traffic flow improves the accessibility to local businesses • Improving the driving experience on SR37 attracts and impacts new customers for
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• INCREASES EFFICIENCY & SAFETY • Improving bicycle/pedestrian mobility impacts a modern, mixed-transit community • Improving intersections by reducing traffic signals along the north-south route is proven
to reduce serious accidents • Improving overall roadway infrastructure impacts security and safety for all drivers
BREAKDOWN BY INTERSECTION:
State Road 37 will always remain open to through traffic, with some lane restrictions occuring throughout the project. All timelines listed below are subject to change. Visit driveSR37.com or follow @DriveFishers on Twitter for the latest updates.
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The project will kick off with the intersection at 126th Street & SR37 this August.
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5 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT THE PROJECT: • ALWAYS OPEN State Road 37 will be OPEN during all phases of construction, with two northbound and two southbound lanes open during each phase of construction. There will be closures on side roads with alternate routes always accessible.
• 5 INTERSECTIONS Construction will begin at 126th Street in August 2019, followed by 146th Street, 131st Street, 141st Street, and ending with the 135th Street intersection in 2022.
• UP & OVER This project will eliminate the intersection traffic signals on SR 37 and allow cars to ‘go over’ via on/off ramps
• CLEAR COMMUNICATION
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The City of Fishers is managing the construction and the public awareness campaign in partnership with Hamilton County to ensure information is clearly communicated and easily accessible at all times.
• IMPROVING TO IMPACT The City of Fishers, City of Noblesville, Hamilton County, and INDOT are working together to improve the vitality of this corridor for local businesses, residents, and those driving into our growing community.
STAY IN THE KNOW!
For updates on business promotions and project updates, follow @37Thrives on Facebook and Instagram, @DriveFishers on Twitter, and text 37thrives to 41411 to receive updates to your via text messaging. Visit 37thrives.com for more information and maps. Insider’s Tip: the City of Fishers will be updating Waze and Google Maps through the duration of the project. Use these mobile apps to map out your ideal route to your favorite locations!
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On May 22, Mayor Scott Fadness delivered his fifth State of the City Address to a packed room of over 700 residents and stakeholders. Taking on an unconventional format, Mayor Fadness welcomed key members of City of Fishers staff and Fishers leaders to share the spotlight while describing their efforts to contribute to the City’s accomplishments for the last year before sharing his vision for the next four years of his administration. Mayor Fadness began his annual address by sharing the evolution of cities and towns from agrarian economies to industrial economies to 21st-century, people-centric economies. “Today, cities do not exist or thrive because of their proximity to farms or their distance to natural resources, but they exist to create an experience and quality of life that supports the most precious natural resource of all, people,” said Mayor Fadness. “To compete in today’s economy, we must invest in people. And like with any natural resource, it is critical that we continually evaluate the health of that resource to ensure long term sustainability.”
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Several rankings were noted throughout the presentation that highlighted the realities of today’s population, noting Indiana ranks in the bottom percentile when it comes to overall health, mental health, smoking, higher education, quality of life, and the natural environment. “Changing the trajectory of our people’s quality of life can seem daunting for a community, but if we collaborate as a region, I believe we have the opportunity to grow our way out of our problems,” remarked Fadness. “Companies and talented people are comparing metropolitan areas when deciding to locate. Right now, we will not win the race in the long run.” Mayor Fadness unveiled two regional collaboration solutions that currently underway, aimed at ensuring long-term sustainability:
REGIONAL INVESTMENT HUBS During the 2019 Indiana Legislative Session, Mayor Fadness, on behalf of Accelerating Indiana Municipalities (AIM), advocated for Regional Investment Hubs. Regional Investment Hubs establish a mechanism for any region in Indiana to raise local revenue on a sustainable, ongoing basis to fund transformative capital projects. The legislation did not pass the 2019 Session but has been assigned to a Summer Study Committee for further consideration.
NIBIN PARTNERSHIP WITH IMPD In January 2019, in collaboration with IMPD, the Fishers Police Department began registering confiscated firearms and ballistic materials in a database that tracks ballistic and DNA evidence for every firearm and bullet collected in Indianapolis. As a result of this collaboration, of the 13 firearms or shell casings confiscated in Fishers since January, nine of them have been connected to a violent crime that occurred in Indianapolis. Fishers Police Department hosted over 100 law enforcement officers across Hamilton County for training on the NIBIN database as a first step toward a regional approach to combating violent crimes.
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Other Accomplishments highlighted by community leaders include:
ENTREPRENEURSHIP Launch Fishers and Indiana IoT Lab – Fishers co-founder John Wechsler shared a few snapshots of success: Launch Fishers boasts 574 members that have received $87 million in investment capital to date while in just its first year, the Indiana IoT Lab – Fishers hosted more than 50 events, more than 3,000 visitors, and is home to 15 companies. On the entrepreneurial horizon in Fishers stands the Fishers Test Kitchen, a restaurant accelerator calling the new Thompson Thrift culinary destination, the Yard at Fishers District, home. Slated to open this fall, the Test Kitchen and The Signature Table will feature unique culinary experiences highlighting chef-entrepreneurs. More information can be found at fisherstestkitchen.com.
MISSED THE STATE OF THE CITY? A closed-captioned recording of the Fishers State of the City can be found at fishers.in.us/SOTC. Visit fishers.in.us/Subscribe to keep up to date with the latest efforts from the City of Fishers by subscribing to our enewsletters. Follow us on social media for daily updates, fishers.in.us/Connect.
CURIOCITY HSE Schools Superintendent Dr. Allen Bourff highlighted the unique partnership between the school corporation and the City of Fishers. From grounds maintenance to collaboration on award-winning cocurriculum program Nature First and the latest venture: CurioCity. CurioCity is realized through key partnerships like Conner Prairie to provide students, teachers, and parents access to real-world educational experiences from guest speaking opportunities to cocurriculum, such as the 4th grade Conner Prairie Indiana History collaboration. More information can be found at curiocityhub.com.
Department and Emergency Services launched its behavioral health EMS Duty Officer program to provide a continuum of care within 72-hours of a behavioral health incident. More information can be found at stigmafreefishers.com.
DATA-DRIVEN DECISION MAKING
The City of Fishers is dedicated to improving the city’s processes and efficiencies as it transitions to data-driven decision making. Deputy Mayor Elliott Hultgren shared the systems and processes implemented in the last two years to help inform and drive cost savings to the EQUITY & INCLUSION Fishers taxpayer. The Department of Public Works is now tracking its In 2018, HSE Schools received a grant that would lead to the funding efficiencies to cut down the cost drivers during a typical snowstorm. and hiring of the District’s first Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer, in With data driving decisions, DPW leadership can now better partnership with the City of Fishers. As a result of Dr. Erica Buchanan- understand salt and bring application rates, route planning, and labor. Rivera’s work, over 80 ‘Intro to Equity’ workshops have been held Decisions made from this data resulted in this past winter being the alongside professional development related to gender diversity, religion, most efficient snowplow season to date. and other identity-related topics. Each District building has established equity teams, led by appointed equity coaches. Coaches conduct ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT monthly racial equity meetings for teachers while administrators and Economic Development Director Megan Baumgartner shared that nearly 500 teachers have completed Undoing Racism training through since 2015, businesses have committed to adding over 4,900 new jobs to People’s Institute and Child Advocates. the city at an average salary of more than $65,000. Combined with over $500 million in capital investment, economic development is thriving in SCHOOL-BASED MENTAL HEALTH Fishers. In 2018, the City announced projects by Browning Investments, HSE Schools Mental Health and School Counseling Coordinator Brooke First Internet Bank, and Hub and Spoke Design Center to build on this Lawson, LCSW, presented outcomes from the District’s efforts on momentum. school-based mental health supports. Since the program launched in October 2016, 1,238 students have received mental health support at PLACEMAKING school. This is the direct result of the 2016 school referendum which Deputy Mayor Leah McGrath shared the vision for making Fishers opened funding to establish what is now 17 licensed therapists, one a vibrant place to live, visit, and attract the next generation. In 2018, crisis liaison, and a life skills clinician. Prior to the referendum just two Fishers received the Statewide Cultural District designation for the clinicians serviced the entire District. The result: increased grades, test Nickel Plate District as a result of work that began seven years ago. scores, and attendance while discipline referrals saw a decrease for Efforts to convert the Nickel Plate Rail to Trail kicked off to create a students receiving mental health support. linear park where world-class art, history, wellness, and innovation come together to connect people to places and connect people to what MENTAL HEALTH INITIATIVE is uniquely Fishers. Master Planning for the Geist Waterfront Park What began with Mayor Fadness conducting an FPD ride-a-long kicked off to create a place transformed to a new identity. The Geist in 2014, has become a 5 year journey to combat mental illness and Waterfront Park will be a place where all residents are welcome to the stigma associated with it in Fishers. In Q4 2018, the Fishers Fire enjoy nature alongside Fishers’ natural beauty.
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CONGRATULATION Yibei Cheng
Aarthi Chockalingam
Mahek Chougule
Adam Clark
Dean Constantine
Jaclyn Frishcosy
Jillaine Grant
Sam Huston
Heather Isaacs
Nathan Lytle
Benjamin Mann
Madealine Mirro
Aryan Mishra
Ishaan Modi
Madeline Neely
Blake Ratliff
Kaitlyn Ross
Caden Ruhnow
Caroline Shumaker
Kamal Singh
Julian Spangler
Giorgos Stylianou
ADDITIONAL SUMMA CUM LAUDE GRADUATES Courtney Baker, Nicholas Bostock, Gabrielle Boulet, Adam Carlton, Luke Dawdy, Zachary Dechow, Jack Dewolf, Julia Eaton, Allison Ellis, Allison Goeglein, Amaya Hamilton, Jannah Hassan, Mallory Heffner, Jaskiran Kaur, Erin Larkin, Callie Legere, Anna Maclafferty, Laura Maclafferty, Thahlia May, Megan Modesitt, Kelsey Nickens, Christopher Novak-Sheward, Lauren O'Grady, Ryan Otte, Taylor Pozzebon, Libby Ratliff, Laura Stancato, Logan Stapleton, Kaylarendha Sundling, Samuel Tarr, Lillian Ton, Raegan Walsh, Brycee Wetzel, Jacob Wiggers, Claire Wilkinson, Sean Wiseman, Elias Yarling
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Isabella Wilson
Sophia Zhang
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NS, CLASS OF 2019 Ritika Bhadouriya
Thomas Brelage
Madison Butler
Nishant Chenchaiah
Woojin Chung
Darrell Fischer
Hope Fury
Mark Gan
Benjamin Hartley
Matthew Koeske
Tiffany-Chau Le
Darren Lu
Grace May
Jillian Meyer
Avery Murphy
Grace Neidermann
Michael Ogawa
Nathan Sander
Deborah Shera
Bennett Snipes
Kyle Stowe
Martha Van Valer
ADDITIONAL SUMMA CUM LAUDE GRADUATES Abidemi Aregbe, Safina Beaty, Claire Blake, Jake Brattain, Jenna Burow, Ashlyn Cochran, Caleb Cook, Alexandra Esterle, Grace Fleetwood, Benjamin Fong, Jade Frye, Skylar Fulton, Allison Givens, Lauren Grater, Sydney Greenwood, Payton Harder, Michael Hicks, Callie Johnson, Jackson Kirkwood, Dylan Laudenschlager, Carson Lilley, Gabrielle Martin, Ashlanna Murray, Murad Nazzal, Liza Pradhan, Caroline Riebe, Lily Rollison, Jedryn Siemon, Drake Stallworth, Kyley Thomas, Chloe Yorn
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CurioCity
TEACHERS LOOK TO CONTINUE CURIOCITY'S GROWTH BY OFFERING ADDITIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR HAMILTON SOUTHEASTERN STUDENTS AND STAFF
As the HSE District school year concluded, a few teachers began ramping up their efforts to continue to grow Curiocity, the online marketplace of hands-on learning experiences for students and teachers of Hamilton Southeastern Schools. The 2018-19 school year saw the launch of the pilot program for the new technology platform that gives teachers better access to community resources for immersive learning opportunities. With over 560 opportunities listed and nearly 300 organizations pledging time and effort to supporting the education of Fishers’ students, some teachers are going back to work as part of the City’s further investment in connecting more students and teachers to more businesses and organizations.
Community organizations will drive many of these experiential learning opportunities. This effort requires the participation of several community organizations, in all industries. The success of this effort will be in the belief that our students and community can find mutual benefit in such a remarkable vision. The Curiocity coordinator team Experiential learning provides an opportunity for an individual or will work hand-in-hand with organizations to identify everyday groups of individuals to learn in or outside of the classroom through, opportunities to use as experiential learning opportunities. “learning by doing.” This is most often in the form of non-traditional or novel learning, which supports or expands the curriculum by Businesses and organizations benefit from being part of Curiocity encouraging problem-solving, reflection, discovery, self-learning, and by having the opportunity to expose more students to career paths the use of real, hands-on activities. in their industry, be part of the community, and provide personal growth opportunities for employees. Community organizations who believe in the value of education are the best partners. This initiative is one centered around providing novel and innovative opportunities for all students. From this, students, teachers, and organizations can all benefit – through learning, collaboration, and investment in our community. HOW DO I GET INVOLVED IN CURIOCITY?
It’s easy! Contact curiocity@fishers.in.us to be connected with a Curiocity coordinator to learn more about your business and how everyday experiences can become learning opportunities for students. Businesses and organizations can get involved as much or as little as you wish. With the suite of opportunities allowed by Curiocity, you can do anything from guest speaking to study trips to internships or co-curriculum. Students and teachers are able to choose from the following types of opportunities: • Authentic Audience
• Service-Based Learning
• Guest Speaker
• Internship
• Study Trips
• Apprenticeship
• Job Shadow
• Externship
• Project-Based Learning
Learn more at curiocityhub.com.
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CHECK IT OUT!
Join the FPD for National Night Out on Tuesday, August 6 from 3:30 to 7 p.m at Billericay Park. The event will feature children's activities, police demonstrations, and more. Follow the Fishers Police Department on Facebook and Twitter for event updates.
FISHERS POLICE DEPARTMENT CITY OF FISHERS’ DEPARTMENT SPOTLIGHT
Protect. Serve. Adapt.
on August 6—give officers the opportunity to connect with residents in a fun, relaxed environment.
These are the goals that the Fishers Police Department (FPD) strives to meet every day as they work to keep our community safe. And, their “I try to be as approachable and involved as I personally can,” said efforts have not gone unnoticed. Earlier this year, Fishers was ranked Patrol Sergeant Greg Weesner. #5 in the 20 Safest Cities in Indiana for 2019 by Safewise. Along with special events, the Fishers Police Department’s outreach “We are a full-service law enforcement agency, which means we handle efforts including serving as school resource officers at HSE Schools. anything from petty thief or a traffic stop to a shooting or homicide,” said Fishers Chief of Police Ed Gebhart. “We have the resources, and “Most people believe that resource officers are just in schools to deal we’re fully trained to protect our citizens.” with behavior issues, but the reality is, my job is primarily mentoring students,” said Resource Officer Tracy Jones. Jones previously served With the opening of their new headquarters last fall, the Fishers Police as D.A.R.E. officer before becoming a resource officer, which allowed Department has been able to improve functionality and increase her to work more closely with youth and community and build resources. The new building includes expanded office space (including relationships with kids who would become the future the Fishers. a K-9 “office”), an evidence processing room, enhanced armory, and additional interview rooms and training facilities to ensure that the It’s this focus on the future, and always striving to improve, that is at the officers are truly equipped to handle any task that is thrown their way. heart of Fishers Police Department. Although it’s serious work, FPD officers are dedicated to building “The Fishers Police Department is a wonderful mix of both experienced relationships with the Fishers community. Outreach events such as and new officers, which creates a culture of growth and innovation,” Touch-A-Truck, Coffee with a Cop, and National Night Out—coming up said Tom Weger, a Sergeant in the Support Division.
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THOMPSON THRIFT RETAIL GROUP TO DEBUT THE YARD AT FISHERS DISTRICT THIS FALL Terre Haute-based Thompson Thrift is a prominent face in the Fishers community and a significant contributor to the extraordinary growth throughout the city. As managing partner for Thompson Thrift Retail Group (TTRG), a division of Thompson Thrift and the development company for Fishers District, Ashlee Boyd can attest to his company’s connection to the Fishers community. “Over the years our company has invested and been involved in many projects in Fishers, including a very complicated assemblage at 116th Street and Olio Road, a 104-acre site at 131st Street and State Road 37, and a 74-acre property at 106th Street and I-69,” noted Boyd. TTRG’s most anticipated project yet is Fishers District—a mixed-use development just west of Cumberland Road on 116th Street and IKEA Way. Perhaps the most unique culinary concept in Fishers District, and one that TTRG has shown great partnership in with the City, is the Fishers “I’m proud to be a Fishers resident and we knew this area was ready Test Kitchen. The Fishers Test Kitchen is a 3,000 square foot space, for this type of mixed-use development. With the addition of IKEA and attached to the Sun King Brewery, which will serve as a restaurant TopGolf to an already dynamic market with high traffic counts, strong accelerator for chef entrepreneurs. household income and steady population growth, our team was very confident in the viability of this opportunity.” “We are constructing and leasing [the Test Kitchen Space] to the City for $1 per year so that they can bring in local start-up chefs desiring Commenting on initial discussions with the City, Boyd noted, “The to test new restaurant concepts that could eventually lead to opening a Mayor clearly provided support for the redevelopment of the site but more permanent location either in our project or somewhere else in the only for a transformative project that would be truly unique.” community,” said Boyd. Coinciding with the vision for a transformational project was the The Yard, which is a part of the larger Fishers District development, is Mayor’s recognition of the lacking culinary scene in Fishers. accompanied by a dual Hyatt branded hotel and 252 luxury apartments. The first restaurants in the development are set to open in October “I experienced firsthand the lack of dining options in Fishers and could 2019, with the mixed-use building and apartments set for opening in very much understand why the Mayor was getting so many complaints Spring of 2020. from residents and business owners about the limited dining options in the community,” said Boyd. “Our hope is that the project becomes a community hub and offers residents many great restaurant and shopping options close to home,” What began as an idea to address residents’ discontent with the said Boyd. “Our mission is to positively impact our team members and lack of culinary options and experiences in Fishers has now evolved the communities which we serve, and we believe we are directly living into an 18-acre culinary-centric destination, with $118 million in out this mission with the development of Fishers District.” investment by Thompson Thrift Retail Group, and 15 restaurants and food-centric businesses. Visit fishersdistrict.com and fisherstestkitchen.com for updates.
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AMP UP THE SUMMER FISHERS PARKS & RECREATION ADDS TWO NEW CONCERT SERIES THAT WILL BE SURE TO ROCK THE NICKEL PLATE DISTRICT AMPHITHEATER WITH EXCITING NEW ARTISTS AND SOUNDS! FALL CONCERTS AT THE NPD AMP Fishers Parks & Recreation is thrilled to bring more exciting sounds to the Nickel Plate District AMP (NPD AMP) with two concerts featuring national recording artists this fall. Both shows feature artists with fresh, new sounds that embody the vibrancy of Fishers and the Nickel Plate District. Food and beverage vendors, including Four Day Ray Brewing, will be on site at both shows (no outside food or beverage is permitted at these ticketed concerts). Shows start at 8 p.m. and gates open at 6 p.m. each night. Tickets are required for these concerts and can be purchased at npdamp.com/Tickets.
NEW SATURDAY SHOWS New this summer, Fishers Parks & Recreation will also host two additional free nights of music on Saturdays. Concerts are open to the public (no tickets are required) and start at 8 p.m. Lawn chairs and outside food and beverages are welcome. Four Day Ray Brewing will also be on site for beer and food purchases during both shows.
The first of the free Saturday shows on Saturday, July 20 features Chance McCoy, a virtuoso fiddler, guitarist, and banjo player best known as a member of Grammy Award-winning Old Crow Medicine On Friday, August 9, Fishers welcomes Jade Bird and Ruston Kelly in Show. Fresh off the release of his debut solo album, he blends oldpartnership with 92.3 WTTS. Jade Bird is fast becoming one of the school bluegrass melodies with modern rock and roll arrangements most exciting new British voices in the alternative music world and has and rich, atmospheric production. performed on stages and shows including 'Later with Jools Holland', 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert', and 'The Tonight Show Starring Rounding out the second Saturday show of the summer, Fishers Parks Jimmy Fallon'. & Recreation welcomes Huckleberry Funk to the NPD AMP stage on Saturday, August 17. Known as a high-powered funk, R&B and soul Ruston Kelly, a Nashville-based artist debuting his first full-length band based in Bloomington, Indiana, they have earned a reputation album later this year, will also take the stage alongside Bird in August. as one of the most exciting performances in the Midwest featuring While penning songs for artists like Tim McGraw and Josh Abbott powerhouse vocals, face-melting guitar solos, a touch of east coast Band, he released his debut EP in 2017 and has earned praise from horns, and rock-solid grooves. Rolling Stone and others. Tickets for this show are available for $9.23 at npdamp.com/Tickets. The final show of the season at the NPD AMP on Friday, September 20 features Grammy Award-winner Van Hunt, whose melding of R&B, soul, funk, pop, and rock ‘n’ roll has garnered critical praise and success over his 15-year music career. Hunt has toured as a headliner and alongside acts like Kanye West, Coldplay, Mary J. Blige, and Dave Matthews Band. Visit npdamp.com/Tickets to purchase tickets for $10.
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REGISTERING IS EASIER THAN EVER! Head to playfishers.com to register for events online. PLEASE NOTE: Event details listed are subject to change, including times, dates, and prices. Stay up to date with by visiting playfishers.com and following
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REFUND POLICY
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A full refund will be issued if Fishers Parks & Recreation cancels an event for any reason. Fishers Parks & Recreation will offer refunds for most paid activities and summer 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 that all 92.3 WTTS ticketed concerts are non-refundable. We welcome the opportunity to serve guests with disabilities to enjoy ALL of Fishers Parks & Recreation’s facilities, events, and services. For assistance and information on accessibility, contact Customer Service at (317) 595-3150 or at parks@fishers.in.us.
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AROUND FISHERS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FACILITY RENTALS PARK AMENITIES PARK MAP CALENDAR
PLAY FISHERS: SPECIAL EVENTS New This Year
Volunteers Needed
SPLASH PADS AND SAXONY LAKE & BEACH Now - Monday, September 2 The splash pads located at Holland Park and Billericay Park are free and open to the public daily through Labor Day from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Register Online at PlayFishers.com
THE FISHERS FARMERS' MARKET
presented by IU Health Saxony
Saturdays, Now - October 26 | 8 AM - Noon | NPD AMP Saxony Beach is open 7 days a week through August 4 from 11
Rated one of the top farmers’ markets in the region, the Fishers Farmers’
a.m. to 7 p.m.. Beginning on August 5, the beach will be open
Market features your favorite local produce, baked goods, and prepared
weekends only through Labor Day. Entry is free for residents and
foods from over 50 vendors, live entertainment, children’s activities, and
$5 for nonresidents.
festive specialty days. Learn more at playfishers.com/FarmersMarket.
STORY WALK® in partnership with Hamilton East Public Library
Don’t miss these Specialty Days at the market:
Every Day, Dawn - Dusk | Ritchey Woods | Ages 6 & Under
7.20 Biz Kidz Day
Book Reveals on the 3rd Wednesday of the Month at 10 AM
8.24 Fishers Freebirds Day
9.21 Fall Harvest Fest 10.26 Boo Bash Monster Market
In partnership with Hamilton East Public Library, we’ll feature a nature-based picture book each month on a quarter-mile selfguided hike in the woods. Books are available all month long, rain or shine. Learn more at playfishers.com/StoryWalk. WANT MORE FUN? Don't miss out on the free Monthly Book Reveal on the third Wednesday of every month at 10 a.m. with themed activities and a guided walk with a naturalist and librarian. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the KelloggHubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned
BRING YOUR OWN BAGS!
by Ms. Ferguson.
Go "green" and bring your reusable shopping bags! To help reduce our
YAPPY HOURS
environmental impact, vendors will no longer offer plastic bags at the market.
Wednesday, July 17 & August 21 | 6 - 8 PM | Ambassador House Enjoy the dog days of summer with these free paw-sitively fun
BIZ KIDZ DAY
puppy play dates! Socialize under the tent, walk along the paved
Saturday, July 20 | 8 AM - Noon | NPD AMP | Ages 5 - 17
trails, enjoy live entertainment, and more. Alcoholic beverages
Biz Kidz Day gives kids the opportunity to showcase their entrepreneurial
will be available for purchase.
skills by selling and promoting their own handmade, handgrown, and handcrafted products at the Fishers Farmers’ Market for a day. Learn more
MUD DAY
at playfishers.com/BizKidz.
Saturday, July 13 | 11 AM - 4 PM | Cyntheanne Park The messiest event of the year is back with a giant mud pit and
FISHERS FREEBIRDS DAY
lots of free muddy activities, including mud volleyball, tug-of-war,
Saturday, August 24 | 8 AM - Noon | NPD AMP | All Ages
live entertainment, and more.
In celebration of National Senior Citizens Day, the Fishers Freebirds Club welcomes residents to visit the market for special displays, giveaways,
ARTS CRAWL
and activities for ages 50 and better.
Friday, July 19 & August 16 | 6 - 9 PM Saturday, September 14 | 4 - 9 PM
FALL HARVEST FEST
Throughout the Nickel Plate District
Saturday, September 21 | 8 AM - Noon | NPD AMP | All Ages
Stroll through the Nickel Plate District, recently designated as a
Kick off the fall season at your favorite Farmers’ Market! Enjoy boot-
Statewide Cultural District, and enjoy local and regional artwork
scootin' tunes, kids’ activities, and other fall fun while you shop for
and performances at businesses in partnership with Fishers Arts
pumpkins, apples, mums, and more.
Council. Learn more at playfishers.com/ArtsCrawl.
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New This Year
Volunteers Needed
SUMMER CONCERTS
Every Tuesday and Friday in the heart of Fishers, this summer’s free concert series presented by IU Health Saxony Hospital proves that the Nickel Plate District AMP is more than a stage, it’s a community destination.
TUESDAY NIGHTS sponsored by IU Health Saxony
FISHERS BLUES FEST
Now - July 30 | 7 - 9 PM | NPD AMP | Free
Friday, August 30 & Saturday, August 31 | 7 - 11 PM | NPD AMP | Free
7.02 The Bishops sponsored by Mosquito Joe of Central Indiana
End the summer with Fishers Blues Fest, a Fishers Labor Day tradition!
7.09 Parrots of the Caribbean with special guest The Islanders
The free, two-night event includes performances by renowned local
sponsored by Bose McKinney & Evans 7.16 Dave & Rae sponsored by Cathedral High School & The Goddard School (Rain Makeup dates for Tuesday Shows are July 23 & July 30)
and national blues artists. No outside food or drink is permitted during these shows. Learn more at npdamp.com/BluesFest and check out this year's performance lineup: FRIDAY
SATURDAY
• John Ford
• The Blues Ambassadors
Now - August 23 | 8 - 10 PM | NPD AMP | Free
• Paul Linden & His Agents of Redemption
• Jay Jesse Johnson
7.05 Sounds of Summer: The Music of the Beach Boys
• Queen Delphine & The Crown Jewels
• Tad Robinson
7.12 Jennie DeVoe sponsored by Raymond James
• Governor Davis
• B.B. King Blues Band
7.19 Dark Desert Eagles
• John Primer
FRIDAY NIGHTS sponsored by IU Health Saxony
7.26 Such a Night: Recreating the Music of The Band’s Last Waltz 8.02 The Woomblies Rock Orchestra
featuring Michael Lee
FALL CONCERTS AT THE NPD AMP
8.09 Jade Bird with Ruston Kelly in partnership with 92.3 WTTS*
Fishers Parks & Recreation brings you two concerts this fall! Check out
8.16 Signs of Life: The American Pink Floyd with special guest Phil Pierle
npdamp.com/Tickets to purchace tickets for these special shows.
8.23 The Travelin’ McCourys with special guest Fishers Music Works Fishers Switch Vibe 9.20 Van Hunt with special guest Andy Allo *Denotes a paid, ticketed show.
JADE BIRD & RUSTON KELLY in partnership with 92.3 WTTS Friday, August 9 | 8 PM (gates open at 6 PM) | Tickets: $9.23
Visit npdamp.com/Tickets for more information
SATURDAY NIGHT CONCERTS August 17 | 8 PM | NPD AMP | Free
VAN HUNT WITH SPECIAL GUEST ANDY ALLO powered by Fishers Parks & Recreation Friday, September 20 | 8 PM (gates open at 6 PM) | Tickets: $10
New this summer, Fishers Parks & Recreation is AMP’ing up concert season with two special shows on Saturday nights. Concerts are free and open to the public. No outside food or drink are permitted during these shows. 8.17 Huckleberry Funk with special guest 31SVN Street Dance Academy
WEDNESDAY LUNCHTIME CONCERTS sponsored by Meyer Najem Now - August 28 | Noon - 1 PM | Central Green | Free 7.03 Tim & Jay 7.10 Mark & Max*
8.07 Stephen’s Puppets presents Goldilocks & the Three Bears*
7.17 Kyle Bledsoe
8.14 Phil Pierle
7.24 Paul’s Father Goose
8.21 Mr. Daniel*
STAY IN THE KNOW WITH THE AMP’S WEBSITE!
8.28 Tim & Jay
Get the scoop on summer concerts and other events happening in the
& Music Show* 7.31 Kelly Isenhower
Nickel Plate District on the Nickel Plate District AMP’s new website at npdamp.com. Find artist and band videos, exclusive info on upcoming
*Indicates children’s show
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PLAY FISHERS: SPECIAL EVENTS New This Year
Volunteers Needed
Register Online at PlayFishers.com
CELEBRATE THE FOURTH OF JULY IN FISHERS!
The Fourth of July in Fishers offers fun and patriotic activities showcasing the city’s traditions and vibrant spirit.
SAXONY INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION CONCERT & FIREWORKS presented by Waterline Church Wednesday, July 3 | 7 PM | Witten Park at Saxony Celebrate the Fourth of July at Saxony with music by My Yellow Rickshaw, food trucks, and fireworks. Learn more at saxony-indiana.com.
CONNER PRAIRIE'S GLORIOUS FOURTH Thursday, July 4 | 10 AM – 5 PM Conner Prairie | Free with general admission Help decorate Prairietown, sample muster day cakes, hear a reading of the Declaration of Independence, and honor military veterans on this 1836 holiday. Learn more at connerprairie.org.
BLAST ON THE BRIDGE Thursday, July 4 | 5 – 10 PM | Fall Creek Bridge & Geist Marina The annual Independence Day celebration promises a spectacular view of fireworks over Geist Reservoir during this free family-friendly event with kids' activities, food, and more. No alcohol is permitted or will be sold on site.. Learn more at playfishers.com/BlastontheBridge.
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New This Year
Volunteers Needed
FISHERS FREEBIRDS
presented by Hamilton Trace, a Cardon Family First Senior Living Community Residents 50 and better have a new source of information for activities happening in Hamilton County. The Fishers Freebirds calendar, found on playfishers.com, allows community groups to post events that are open to the public and that welcome residents in this growing segment of our city. For more info, call 317-595-3150 or visit playfishers.com/Freebirds.
FISHERS FREEBIRDS CLUB 1st Wednesday of the Month | 6 - 7:30 PM Ambassador House | Ages 50+ Calling all empty nesters, or free birds! This free social club offers residents 50 and better the opportunity to socialize and get involved in the community. No registration required. Each month features a new topic and activity: 7.10 Fishers History* 8.07 Game Night 9.04 Preparing Your Garden for the Change of Seasons *This meeting on the 2nd Wednesday of the month
NATIONAL S'MORES DAY Saturday, August 10 | 4 – 7 PM | Ritchey Woods Celebrate National S’mores Day around our free campfire as we provide all of the fixings on the most delicious day of the year.
GLOW IN THE PARK Saturday, September 7 | 8:30 - 10:30 PM | NPD AMP Black lights, fog machines, and lasers light up the night as kids and families enjoy free glow in the dark fun with face painting, a graffiti wall, a live DJ, and neon splash zone.
MOVIES IN THE PARK Friday, September 13 & 27 | Dusk | NPD AMP Bring a blanket and pack a picnic for these free, family-favorite movies under the stars at the Nickel Plate District AMP. Swing by
FISHERS FREEBIRDS SENIOR CITIZENS DAY BRUNCH Wednesday, August 21 | 10 AM - Noon Ambassador House | Ages 50+ | $15
September 13 for Dumbo and on September 27 for a screening of Avengers: Endgame.
KFB: ROADWAYS & WATERWAYS
Join Fishers Freebirds to celebrate National Senior Citizens Day with a
Saturday, September 14 | 8 AM - 1 PM
delicious brunch, guest speaker, and bingo with great prizes. Purchase
Around Fishers | All ages
tickets at playfishers.com/Freebirds.
Join us for Keep Fishers Beautiful’s fall day of service and help spruce up our community! Learn more on page 26.
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PLAY FISHERS: #AROUNDFISHERS New This Year
Volunteers Needed
Register Online at PlayFishers.com
ARTS & CULTURE
FAMILY FRIENDLY HAMILTON EAST PUBLIC LIBRARY'S "A UNIVERSE OF STORIES" SUMMER READING PROGRAM Now – Wednesday, July 31 | Fishers Library | Free Kids of all ages can track the minutes they spend reading, while teens and adults track pages. All readers will earn prizes, as well as chances for grand prize drawings. Register and learn more at hepl.lib.in.us.
THE ART GALLERY AT CITY HALL
THURSDAY NIGHT BALLOON FLIGHTS Thursdays, Now – September 5 | 5 – 8 PM | Conner Prairie
Mondays - Fridays, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM & Saturdays, 10 AM - Noon
Step into the gondola of the tethered balloon and see Conner Prairie from
City Hall | Free | Hours Exclude Holidays
a new perspective – 370 feet in the air! Learn more about these flights
In partnership with the Fishers Arts Council, The Art Gallery at City Hall
when you visit connerprarie.org.
features rotating pieces from established and emerging artists and is open to the public with new expanded hours during the Fishers Farmers’ Market.
NATIONAL PARKS & RECREATION MONTH
Learn more at fishersartcouncil.com and check out the upcoming exhibits:
Throughout the Month of July
• July: The Hamilton County Artists Association
This July, we’re celebrating everything Fishers Parks & Recreation has
• August: “New Artists and Others”
to offer, from playgrounds and summer camps to STEM programming,
• September: “Rails, Trails, and Nature”
Freebirds programs, outdoor education, and more. Stay tuned for more details and the month’s events on Fishers Parks & Recreation’s Facebook
NICKEL PLATE ART'S MEYER NAJEM SHOWCASE: BEN JENNINGS
and Twitter pages.
Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 5 PM
SAXONY'S CONCERTS IN THE PARK
Meyer Najem (11787 Lantern Road) | Free
Fridays, July 12 & August 9 | 7 - 9:30 PM
Presented by Nickel Plate Arts, Meyer-Najem hosts a free, public art
Witten Park (13257 Saxony Blvd.) | Free
exhibit on the second floor of their building. This summer, the exhibit
Enjoy a night of dancing and fun at Saxony’s Concert in the Park! There
features Ben Jennings’ contemporary works of modern, abstract art. Visit
will be food trucks on site or bring your own refreshments. Learn more
nickelplatearts.org for more info.
at saxony-indiana.com.
IGNITE STUDIO'S FIRST BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Saturday, July 27 | 2 - 4 PM
FISHERS POLICE DEPARTMENT'S NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
Ignite Studio at the Fishers Library | Free
Tuesday, August 6 | 5:30 – 7:30 PM | Billericay Park | Free
Celebrate Ignite Studio’s birthday with a special party to honor year one
Join the Fishers Police Department at Billericay Park for National Night
of this new makerspace. Enjoy treats and surprises as we look back on a
Out! Enjoy children’s activities, police demonstrations, and more. Follow
year of spectacular art, maker-projects, and the fabulous community of
the Fishers Police Department on Facebook and Twitter for updates about
local makers. Learn more at hepl.lib.in.us.
this event.
THE HISTORIC AMBASSADOR HOUSE & HERITAGE GARDENS OPEN HOUSE
HAMILTON EAST PUBLIC LIBRARY'S CODING MEET-UP
Sunday, August 11 | 1 – 3 PM | Ambassador House | Free
Thursday, September 5 | 7 - 8:30 PM
The Historic Ambassador House & Heritage Garden's Board of Directors
Ignite Studio at the Fishers Library | Ages 13+ | Free
invites the community to learn about the property with tours from
Meet other coders, share tips and tricks, troubleshoot on projects you’re
Hamilton County Historian David Heighway and local master gardeners.
working on, or learn new skills and how to get started with coding. No
Learn more at ambassadorhouse.org.
registration required. Learn more at hepl.lib.in.us.
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New This Year
Volunteers Needed
SPORTS & ACTIVE LIVING FISHERS RUNNING CLUB'S PARK TO PARK RUN Saturdays, Now – August 31 | 7:30 AM | Holland Park | Free Join Fishers Running Club for weekly run/walks at Fishers parks. All paces and distances are welcome. Learn more at fishersrunningclub.com.
MUDSOCK GAME Friday, September 13 | 7 PM | Fishers High School | General Admission $5 Don’t miss Fishers’ biggest gridiron rivalry, the annual Mudsock Game between Fishers High School and Hamilton Southeastern High School. Find
BALLOON DAY AT SAXONY FARMERS' MARKET Saturday, September 7 | 9 AM – Noon | Olio Road & 131st Street | Free
more information at fisherstigersathletics.com.
Find fresh local produce, baked goods, and handmade artisan items at
KICK FOR S.P.O.R.T.S.
the Saxony Market, along with free tethered hot air balloon rides (weather
Saturday, September 21 | Billericay Park
permitting) and other activities. Learn more at saxony-indiana.com.
The organization’s flagship fundraiser, KICK FOR S.P.O.R.T.S., returns for its second year at a new location, Billericay Park. Music, food and drink, on-
THE BATTLE OF MUDSOCK & THE TRIAL OF HAMP WEST
site activities, and a celebrity kickball game round out the event. Funds
Sunday, September 8 | Showtimes at 2 & 4:30 PM
families in Fishers. Register at kickforsports.org.
Ambassador House | $15
raised will help provide youth sport scholarships for underprivileged
Enjoy a historic reenactment of the infamous battle in downtown Fishers
SPORTS FIELDS STATUS UPDATES
Station, along with tours of the Ambassador House, food and beverages,
Bad weather on game day? Get real-time condition updates on all
and more. Purchase tickets at battleofmudsock.com.
Fishers’ parks and sports fields at playfishers.com/FieldStatus and follow @FishersFields on Twitter.
FISHERS ANNUAL SAFETY DAY ALL THINGS SAFETY & TASTE OF 210 Saturday, September 7 | 10 AM – 2 PM St. Vincent Fishers (13861 Olio Road) | Free Fishers Fire & Emergency Services and St. Vincent Hospital invite residents and families to learn how they can improve overall health and wellness in Fishers. Enjoy live entertainment, demonstrations, delicious food, and opportunities to connect with local organizations. Learn more at fishers.in.us/SafetyDay.
OKTOBERFEST @ SAXONY Friday, September 20 & Saturday, September 21 | Witten Park | Free This two-day event in Witten Park boasts live music from local bands, polka music, kids’ games, an arts and crafts fair, food, and much more. Learn more at Saxony-Indiana.com.
SECOND NATURE BACKPACK RENTALS Fishers Parks & Recreation is happy to offer free nature exploration backpack rentals for all ages that include field guides, binoculars, and other useful items to help explore the great outdoors. Learn more when you visit playfishers.com/SecondNature.
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PLAY FISHERS: #AROUNDFISHERS New This Year
Volunteers Needed
Register Online at PlayFishers.com
Want to offer a program in partnership with Fishers Parks & Recreation? Fishers Parks & Recreation offers Community Professional Partners (CPPs) reduced rental space at Fishers Parks buildings to provide unique experiences and programs to the community during the week. Check out the list of current CPP offerings and the rental structure at playfishers.com/CPP.
COMMUNITY EVENTS WATER SAFETY TRAINING Now – August | Free In partnership with Stony Creek Swim Center, the Fishers Fire Department will visit your neighborhood or apartment complex pool to teach water safety to families. Learn more and schedule a training at fishers.in.us/Training.
FRIENDS & FAMILY CPR Now – August | Free your employees the mechanics of CPR and the use of AEDs. This is a non-
FISHERS MAYOR SCOTT FADNESS BREAKFAST TO BENEFIT YMI
certified program. Learn more at fishers.in.us/Training.
Thursday, August 29 | 7:30 - 8:30 AM | Ambassador House | $25
The Fishers Fire Department will come to your place of business and teach
Join Mayor Scott Fadness along with Youth Mentoring Initiative (YMI)
JANUS DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES' COMMUNITY LUNCHEON Tuesday, July 9 & Wednesday, August 7 | 11:30 AM
for a memorable and uplifting morning of support and celebration over breakfast. Tickets and sponsorships are available at ymionline.org.
Janus Developmental Services | Free
FISHERS MAYOR'S YOUTH ACADEMY
Take a tour and learn more about Janus as you enjoy a complimentary
Applications due September 4 | High School Juniors & Seniors
and delicious lunch prepared and served by the Capabilities Café team.
Various Locations | Free
RSVP to jmcdonough@janus-inc.org or at 317-773-8781 x112. Learn more
The Fishers Mayor’s Youth Council provides high schoolers with dynamic
at janus-inc.org.
hands-on experience in public sector careers as they work to develop public policy proposals with City officials. Apply and learn more
COFFEE WITH A COP
at fishers.in.us/MayorsYouthAcademy.
Various locations & times around Fishers | Free Join your neighbors and police officers for coffee and conversation
CITY RECYCLING DAY
to ask questions, voice concerns, and get to know officers working in
Saturday, September 28 | 8 AM - 1 PM | Billericay Park | Free
your area. Learn more on the Fishers Police Department’s Facebook and
Residents can recycle electronics, household items, and household
Twitter pages.
hazardous wastes at the bi-annual City Recycling Day. Paper recycling and off-site confidential document shredding is also available. For a list of
FISHERS CITY GOVERNMENT ACADEMY August 20 - October 22 | Various Locations | Adults 18+ | Free
accepted items, visit fishers.in.us/CityRecycling.
The award-winning City Government Academy (CGA) offers Fishers
GROUP MEET-UPS
residents an inside look at local government including Fire & Emergency
Looking for a running, walking, or yoga group? To promote the
Services, Economic Development, Wastewater Treatment, and more.
entrepreneurial spirit of our city, feel free to use Fishers Parks for fitness
Register at playfishers.com/CGA.
and club meet-ups. Connect with local groups at playfishers.com/Meetup.
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New This Year
Volunteers Needed
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES KEEP FISHERS BEAUTIFUL: ROADWAYS & WATERWAYS Saturday, September 14 | 8 AM - 1 PM Around Fishers | All Ages Keep Fishers Beautiful’s fall service day returns to beautify the city, where the community is invited to help clean up litter along the city’s paths, roads, and waterways. Opportunities are available for all ages, but volunteers helping on roadways must be 16 years or older. Learn more and register by September 10 at playfishers.com/KFB.
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Looking for other ways to Keep Fishers Beautiful? Join us at the annual
Missing the Volunteer Grid?
White River Clean Up event this September. All ages can participate in this
Look for the Volunteer Icon throughout the activity descriptions for
clean-up (parent supervision is required), and volunteer groups are welcome.
volunteer opportunities. For a complete list of upcoming opportunities,
Find event details at whiterivercleanup.org.
head over to playfishers.com/Volunteer.
LET US HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT! Fishers Parks & Recreation offers a variety of park shelters and building rentals for both small and large private events. From birthday parties to baby showers, weddings to corporate get-togethers, and all events inbetween, our facilities are affordable, convenient, and fun! Did you know that you can rent a park facility online? Explore park shelters and buildings available to rent and easily reserve and pay for your rental online when you
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visit playfishers.com/Rentals.
HOLLAND PARK | 1 Park Drive
BILLERICAY PARK | 12690 Promise Road
AMBASSADOR HOUSE | 10598 Eller Road
SAXONY HALL | 13362 Pennington Road
The Historic Ambassador House & Heritage Gardens’ Greek Revival
Celebrate life’s special moments overlooking the sparkling water,
style home, private grounds, and gardens are the ideal setting for your
beautiful fire pits, and stunning stone fireplace at Saxony Hall.
wedding, retreat, or special event. The facility can host up to 250 guests
Available to rent year-round, Saxony Hall can accommodate up to
outdoors on the terrace or in the tent from April to October, and 60 guests
160 seated guests for weddings, corporate meetings, and other social
indoors during colder months. Learn more at ambassadorhouse.org.
gatherings. For more information, visit saxonyhall.org.
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PLAY FISHERS: PARKS AMENITIES SAXONY LAKE & BEACH
RITCHEY WOODS
OLIO FIELDS
MUDSOCK FIELDS
HOOSIER
HOLLAND
HERITAGE PARK
HARRISON THOMPSON
HAMILTON PROPER
Register Online at PlayFishers.com
FLAT FORK CREEK
CYNTHEANNE
CUMBERLAND
CHEENEY CREEK
BROOKS SCHOOL
Volunteers Needed
BILLERICAY
New This Year
ASPHALT PARKING BASEBALL DIAMONDS BASKETBALL COURTS BEACH BIKE RACKS BRIDGES COMMUNITY BUILDING CONCESSIONS BUILDING DISC GOLF DOCKS ELECTRICITY FISHING POND FOOTBALL FIELDS GRILLS HORSESHOE PIT 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 FishersParksAndRecreation
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New This Year
Volunteers Needed
PARKS, TRAILS, & FACILITIES 1. Heritage Park at White River 2. Ambassador House & Heritage Gardens 3. Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve 4. Cheeney Creek Nature Park 5. Heritage Meadows Park 6. The Central Green
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MAIN STREET 17. Hamilton Proper Park
18. Fall Creek Trail Head 19. Brooks School Park 20. Mudsock Fields
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PROMISE ROAD
15. Billericay Park
HOWE ROAD
13. Harrison Thompson Park 14. Cumberland Park
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CUMBERLAND
11. Roy G. Holland Memorial Park 12. Conner Trail
D OA R R VE I R
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10. NPD Multi-Use Trails
ALL ISO NV ILLE ROAD
9. Nickel Plate District Amphitheater
ROAD
7. The Pocket Park 8. Cheeney Creek Trail Head
131ST STREET
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23. Olio Fields 24. Bee Camp Trail Head
9
25. Fishers AgriPark (opening to the public in 2020)
8
26. Flat Fork Creek Park 27. Cyntheanne Park Trail Route
HAGUE ROAD
116TH STREET
7
6 5
4
106TH STREET
14 MOLLENKOPF ROAD
ELLER ROAD
1
10
3
2
96TH STREET
28
JULY - SEPTEMBER 2019
PLAY FISHERS
16
PLAY FISHERS: PARKS MAP New This Year
Volunteers Needed
Register Online at PlayFishers.com
146TH STREET
MARILYN ROAD
146TH STREET
15
CYNTHEANNE ROAD
21
22
20
19
23 FLORIDA ROAD
OLIO ROAD
126TH STREET
113 TH ST REET
SCHOOL ROAD
HOOSIER ROAD
18
25
BRO O
96TH STREET
FishersParksAndRecreation
@FishersParks
26 CYNTHEANNE ROAD
24
GEORGIA ROAD
H 104T STREET
CARROLL ROAD
GEIST ROAD
KS
17
27
29
JULY - SEPTEMBER
Events Calendar
ARTS CRAWLS 7.19 & 8.16 - FRIDAYS ARTS CRAWL 6 - 9 PM | Around the NPD
9.14 - SATURDAY ARTS CRAWL 4 - 9 PM | Around the NPD
EACH MONTH
7.04 - THURSDAY
TUESDAYS
7.13 - SATURDAY
THE ART GALLERY AT CITY HALL 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM, Mon - Fri TUESDAY NIGHT CONCERTS 7 - 9 PM | NPD AMP
WEDNESDAYS
WEDNESDAY LUNCHTIME CONCERTS Noon - 1 PM | Central Green
FRIDAYS
FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERTS 8 - 10 | NPD AMP
SATURDAYS
FISHERS FARMERS’ MARKET 8 AM - Noon | NPD AMP
JULY
7.03 - WEDNESDAY SAXONY INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION CONCERT & FIREWORKS 7 PM | Witten Park at Saxony
7.04 - THURSDAY
CONNER PRAIRIE'S GLORIOUS FOURTH 10 AM - 5 PM | Conner Prairie
BLAST ON THE BRIDGE 5 - 10 PM | Fall Creek Bridge MUD DAY 11 AM - 4 PM | Cyntheanne Park
7.20 - SATURDAY CONCERT: CHANCE MCCOY 8 PM | NPD AMP
7.30 - TUESDAY
7.15 - MONDAY
COUNCIL CONNECT SERIES 7:30 - 9 AM Location to be determined
7.17 - WEDNESDAY
AUGUST
CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7 PM | City Hall Auditorium STORY WALK BOOK REVEAL 10 AM | Ritchey Woods
7.17 - WEDNESDAY YAPPY HOUR 6 - 8 PM | Ambassador House
7.20 - SATURDAY
BIZ KIDZ DAY AT THE FISHERS FARMERS' MARKET 8 AM - Noon | NPD AMP
8.03 - SATURDAY CARDBOARD REGATTA 10 AM - 2 PM Indianapolis Sailing Club
8.10 - SATURDAY NATIONAL S'MORES DAY 4 - 7 PM | Ritchey WoodS
8.17 - SATURDAY CONCERT: HUCKLEBERRY FUNK 8 PM | NPD AMP
8.19 - MONDAY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7 PM | City Hall Auditorium
8.20 - TUESDAY
COUNCIL CONNECT SERIES 5:30 - 7 PM | Location TBD
8.21 - WEDNESDAY STORY WALK BOOK REVEAL 10 AM | Ritchey Woods
8.21 - WEDNESDAY
FISHERS FREEBIRDS SENIOR CITIZENS DAY BRUNCH 10 AM - Noon Ambassador House
8.21 - WEDNESDAY YAPPY HOUR 6 - 8 PM | Ambassador House
8.24 - SATURDAY
FISHERS FREEBIRDS DAY AT THE FISHERS FARMERS' MARKET 8 AM - Noon | NPD AMP
8.30 - FRIDAY FISHERS BLUES FEST 7 - 11 PM | NPD AMP
8.31 - SATURDAY FISHERS BLUES FEST 7 - 11 PM | NPD AMP
SEPTEMBER 9.07 - SATURDAY GLOW IN THE PARK 8:30 - 10:30 PM | NPD AMP
9.13 - FRIDAY
MOVIES IN THE PARK DUMBO Dusk | NPD AMP
9.14 - SATURDAY
KEEP FISHERS BEAUTIFUL: ROADWAYS & WATERWAYS 8 AM - 1 PM Throughout Fishers
9.16 - MONDAY
CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7 PM | City Hall Auditorium
9.18 - WEDNESDAY STORY WALK BOOK REVEAL 10 AM | Ritchey Woods
9.21 - SATURDAY
FALL HARVEST FEST AT THE FISHERS FARMERS' MARKET 8 AM - Noon | NPD AMP
9.27 - FRIDAY
COUNCIL CONNECT SERIES 7:30 - 9 AM | Location TBD
9.27 - FRIDAY
MOVIES IN THE PARK AVENGERS: ENDGAME Dusk | NPD AMP
37THRIVES - SUPPORT THE DRIVE, BUSINESS THRIVES Keep up to date on all things State Road 37 Improvement Project! As construction begins in August, connect with @37Thrives on Facebook and Instagram and keep an eye on @DriveFishers on Twitter for all things road construction in Fishers. For more information on closures, promotions and discounts from area businesses, and more, visit 37thrives.com.
HELP KEEP FISHERS DPW SAFE From mowing grass, to patching roads, to maintaining our medians and roundabouts, our Department of Public Works team is out and about this summer working to keep our community beautiful and well maintained. Be sure to slow down, give them space, and obey traffic signs. In 2017, there were over 700 worker fatalities in the United States, so let’s help to keep to keep Fishers DPW safe this summer!
MAYOR'S YOUTH ACADEMY APPLICATIONS The Fishers Mayor’s Youth Academy provides high schoolers with dynamic hands-on experience in public sector careers as they work to develop public policy proposals with City officials. Applications are due September 4. Learn more by checking out fishers. in.us/MayorsYouthAcademy.
2020 CITY BUDGET The 2020 City budget will be presented to Finance Committee and City Council Work Session in August with the Public Hearing held during the September City Council meeting on Monday, September 16 at 7 p.m. at Fishers City Hall. More information about the budget can be found at fishers.in.us/budget. Printed by Fineline Printing Group for the City of Fishers, Indiana
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