Think Fishers - November, 2017

Official Magazine of the City of Fishers • November 2017

FRESH WINTER FINDS page 5

HSE GIVES & RECEIVES page 6 & 7

SUPPORT LOCAL, SHOP SMALL page 9

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: A resident stops in Vardagen for apparel and a serving of Sure Shot coffee.

LEFT: Several local businesses are gearing up for this year's Shop Fishers event!

MAYOR Scott A. Fadness DEPUTY MAYOR Leah McGrath CITY COUNCIL David George, Council President and Southwest District Todd Zimmerman,

A MESSAGE FROM

MAYOR FADNESS

Council Vice President and At Large Rich Block, At Large Cecilia Coble, At Large Brad DeReamer, Northeast District

November is all about family time, giving back, and saying thanks. I love this city and

Eric Moeller, North Central District

I am grateful for each of you for being passionate about your community, spreading

Pete Peterson, Southeast District

kindness to one another, and making Fishers the best place to live in America (a special thanks to Money Magazine for making it official).

Selina Stoller, Northwest District John Weingardt, South Central District

This month’s issue highlights the many ways our community comes together to make

CITY JUDGE

Fishers a smart, vibrant, and entrepreneurial city. From home-grown tech company

Daniel E. Henke

Vibenomics (formerly Fuzic), to #ShopFishers, to HSE’s comprehensive approach to school counseling, there are many reasons to be thankful for our great community.

CITY CLERK Jennifer Kehl

Thank you for your dedication to making Fishers the best place to live, work, and play.

I’m truly grateful to be your mayor and I’m proud to serve each of you.

CITY CONTROLLER Lisa Bradford CITY ATTORNEY

Yours in Service,

Chris Greisl PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR Eric Pethtel

Scott Fadness

PLANNING & ZONING DIRECTOR Tony Bagato

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

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

administration@fishers.in.us

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

FACEBOOK facebook.com/Fishers.Indiana

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

TWITTER @FishersIN How do I participate in Shop Fishers!?

INSTAGRAM Adrienne Williams, via Facebook

NickelPlateDistrict

ENGINEERING DIRECTOR Jeff Hill PARKS & RECREATION DIRECTOR

Participating in Shop Fishers is easy! On Small Business Saturday,

Tony Elliot

taking place on November 25th, you can use your Nickel Plate District mobile app and the City of Fishers' website to take

POLICE CHIEF

advantage of different discounts and incentives. This one-day

Mitch Thompson

event features multiple opportunities to save a few dollars while supporting local businesses. You can learn more about the event by

FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES CHIEF Steve Orusa

visiting fishers.in.us/ShopFishers and reading this month's feature story on page 9.

IT DIRECTOR Tracy Gaynor CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER Elliott Hultgren HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR Cici Conover ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR Brandon Dickinson PUBLIC RELATIONS DIRECTOR Ashley Elrod ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PR Casey Cawthon MARKETING & PR MANAGER Kara Hall DESIGN & LAYOUT Elizabeth Creakbaum, Brand Coordinator PRINTED BY FINELINE PRINTING GROUP

Retailers and restaurants will be open Saturday, November 25 for Shop Fishers.

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@FishersIN

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

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favorite local spots and activities. facebook.com/FishersIN

@FishersIN

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@knotty_hooks_and_chains via Instagram 3. Tracy Lingle, @tracylingle via Instagram 4. Theo, @ theos_adventures via Instagram 5. Megan Gamble, @ milesofadventures via Instagram 6. Del-Mi District, @delmi_cac_bsa via Twitter 7. Andrew Schweisthal, @schweisthal.photography via Instagram 8. Conner Rodeman,

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On Saturday mornings during the summer season, Fishers’ residents know there’s only one place to be – the Fishers Farmers’ Market! Coming off the success of the Summer Farmers' Market,

3. TALK TO VENDORS

the City is happy to announce that the Winter Farmers’ Market

In Fishers, the best farmers,

will return November 4th through March 10th at the Roy G.

bakers, and expert entrepreneurs

Holland Memorial Park building. On Saturday mornings, from 9

participate in the Winter Farmers’

a.m. to noon, over 20 vendors will help market-goers shop local

Market. Shoppers are always

with Indiana grown produce, baked goods, and much more!

encouraged to interact with vendors and ask questions about items

The Roy G. Holland Memorial Park building will offer a larger

for sale. Vendors can answer questions about how

space to accommodate more vendors and increase the

produce is grown, where goods are made, and can

items

available for purchase on Saturday mornings. Keep reading for

even offer suggestions for trying a new food or service.

Think Fishers’ top five things to know about shopping at the Winter Farmers’ Market this season:

4. STOP BY THE MARKET INFO TABLE When arriving at the Holland Park building, shoppers will

1. IT'S CONVENIENT

immediately be greeted by the market coordinator or a

Parking is located around the Roy G. Holland Memorial Park

market volunteer. The Fishers Farmers’ Market team is

building, making it easy to park and enter the building even

happy to answer any questions about the market, or happenings

if there happens to be snow on the ground. Once customers

throughout Fishers! While there, be sure to also pick up a Fishers

are inside the building, vendors are organized in rows making

Farmers’ Market reusable shopping bag to help carry purchases

it easy to walk around, browse, and ask questions about the

made during your visit.

items for sale.

5. CONNECT WITH US 2. EMBRACE WHOLE VEGETABLES

If you're looking for a complete list of participating vendors,

The Fishers Winter Farmers’ Market features Indiana grown

be sure to check out fishers.in.us/FarmersMarket. The Fishers

vendors, meaning that all produce for sale is only grown locally.

Farmers’ Market also has Facebook and Instagram pages

During winter seasons, market vendors frequently sell root

that feature special happenings at the market and any new

vegetables; including, carrots, beets, and radishes to name a few.

items arriving that week. This is a great way to plan before

For some, this is a great opportunity to introduce

you arrive at the market. Market-goers are welcome to ask

new foods and seasonal produce into your household.

questions or send a private message, and we’ll do our best to respond as soon as we can. Connect with us by visiting: facebook.com/FishersFarmersMkt FishersFarmersMarket See you at the market!

'TIS THE SEASON OF GIVING

#GIVINGTUESDAY BECOMES A LOCAL CELEBRATION OF HSE SCHOOLS

by Emily Pace Abbotts, Director of School and Community Relations, HSE There are many reasons to shop this month: Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday to name the most obvious. But another important day to keep in mind and to save a little money for is #GivingTuesday. It’s celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving and the above-mentioned shopping events. #GivingTuesday was created for one purpose: to reduce the commercialism of the holiday season by celebrating giving.

Since 2014, Hamilton Southeastern Schools Foundation (HSSF) has raised $86,489 through #GivingTuesday. HSSF is the only district wide charitable organization investing funds directly back into local schools.

Freedom Kolb, Executive Director of HSSF explains, “The funds raised during this global day of giving are re-invested into teacher led projects that are making a difference in student learning and engagement. But just as important, is the chance for our students, parents, alumni, and community leaders to flood our schools with compliments. In a time of selfies, we can take a minute to be “unselfie” and let that teacher, coach, bus driver, lunch staff, counselor, administrator, or nurse know what a difference they make in a child’s life. It is such a heartwarming day.” #GivingTuesday has been tremendously successful in advancing innovation in all 21 local schools. In past years, the effort has provided literacy kits to boost reading comprehension, outdoor learning opportunities, mental health curriculum, scholarship opportunities and more. In fact, by rallying our entire community in support of education we can impact every student, every grade, every school.

“Public support of the Foundation is evidence of the investment mentality of this community. Dollars invested in the Foundation today will yield dividends tomorrow in terms of scholarship, innovation, and learning projects of many kids,” said HSE Schools Superintendent Dr. Allen Bourff. “We at HSE are grateful for this investment and commit ourselves to working with the Foundation to realize the educational dividends of tomorrow.”

As part of this year’s #GivingTuesday, local philanthropists have issued a challenge match of at least $20,000. That means, every dollar pledged on #GivingTuesday will result in $2 for local schools. Indeed, there is no better time to donate.

It’s easy to take part in #Giving Tuesday now or November 29: 1. Go online at www.hsefoundation.org and make a donation.

2. Take a picture or video proclaiming why you gave using the hashtag #HSSFFunselfie on Twitter @hsefoundation, Facebook or Instagram.

3. Sit back, enjoy the holidays and relax knowing you’re making a difference in the lives of students and teachers.

@HSESchools

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HSESchools

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HAMILTON SOUTHEASTERN SCHOOLS PLANS COMPREHENSIVE COUNSELING INITIATIVE, AWARDED $2.1M FROM LILLY ENDOWMENT GRANT DOLLARS TO SUPPORT HSE'S CAPACITY TO BETTER ADDRESS UNIQUE, INDIVIDUAL NEEDS OF K-12 STUDENTS

In October, Hamilton Southeastern Schools and the HSE

• Increasing level and consistency of service to the 21,000

Foundation announced the school district was awarded $2.1

students in the district with a focus on equity across grade

million from the Lilly Endowment Inc. as part of the Endowment’s

levels and schools,

Comprehensive Counseling Initiative for Indiana K-12 students.

HSE Schools received the second largest grant awarded by Lilly Endowment and is one of 52 public school corporations and five charter schools in Indiana selected to receive funding under the initiative.

• Improving

counseling

practices

and

access

within

the

community in conjunction with Fishers’ Mental Health Initiative, and • Expanding students’ learning opportunities outside of the four walls of the classroom in the effort to enhance college and career readiness for all students.

The Endowment initiative aims to help schools meet the complex academic, college, career, and social and emotional counseling

The program will be featured at the 2018 Launching INquiry

needs of students. The HSE Foundation and HSE Schools

conference, a summer of eLearning conference that is designed

developed a grant proposal to fulfill these goals after conducting

to inspire educators to transform teaching and learning for a

a needs assessment during a six-month process that looked

new generation.

at community needs via census and Department of Education (DOE) data and a time study of current counselors to see how

HSE Schools is leading the state in providing a comprehensive

they’re spending time. The assessment process resulted in 14,000

school counseling program together that works collaboratively

responses from a group of school counselors, administrators, and

with the community. With partners such as the City of Fishers,

community members to assist in identifying the program's goals.

Ivy Tech, community leadership alongside the school counselors, HSE Schools has the opportunity to develop a counseling program

The program proposal, led by HSE Foundation executive director,

that is transformative and positions the school system as a

Freedom Kolb, in conjunction a small group of administrators

lighthouse district.

details plans to allocated funds towards four distinct pillars to redefine what counseling looks like for HSE Schools:

For more information, visit hsefoundation.org.

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FISHERS BIZ SPOTLIGHT

with

Fishers-grown tech company, Vibenomics (formerly Fuzic), is changing the game when it comes to visitor experience to location-based businesses. Founded and located in the heart of downtown Fishers, Think Fishers sat down with the team to learn more about them.

Think Fishers: Tell us about you. What is Vibenomics’ 30-second elevator pitch?

Brent Oakley: Vibenomics is a software platform that enables location-based businesses to create and control a vibe that will drive the economics of the business TF: We love that you’re a homegrown company here in Fishers. Tell us about what you love about growing your business in Fishers.

BO: Fishers has a charming community feel but is geared toward innovation and business growth. Also, both of our co-founders, Brent Oakley & Nathan Miller live in Fishers, as does our Executive Chairman Scott McCorkle.

TF: Which Fishers restaurant is the office favorite to grab lunch?

BO: There are so many great spots in Fishers! The Vibenomics staff is known to frequent Thai Sushi House, LouVino, Four Day Ray and the new Portillos.

TF: What’s new for 2018?

BO: We just announced plans to add 255 employees and invest in new office space in Fishers all by 2020. We’re excited to move into the new Braden Building downtown Fishers and start adding new team members as we grow our business. We just went through a rebrand to better reflect how our customers use our software – to create and control a custom vibe for their businesses. We’ll also be releasing a new version of our software in 2018, which will further highlight the impact a carefully crafted vibe can have on the economics of a business. It will also introduce an advertising model.

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

BO: Of those three words, entrepreneurial best describes Vibenomics. We’re still very much in a growth stage, and we have a lot of grit. Like any good entrepreneur, we’re willing to put forth the necessary energy and effort to ensure the company is a success.

For more on Vibenomics, follow them on social media @VibenomicsInc on Twitter and Facebook or online at vibenomics.com.

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SHOP FISHERS OFFERS UNIQUE FINDS, CONVENIENT ACCESS, & ENDLESS REASONS TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESSES THIS HOLIDAY SEASON As Money Magazine’s 2017 Best Place to Live, there are many positive things that come to mind with mention of Fishers. Perhaps it’s an exceptional school system, a thriving business community, or an outstanding parks system. But this season, when residents think Fishers, local businesses hope they’ll think holiday shopping.

Fishers has transformed from a small, bedroom community north of Indianapolis, into a vibrant city, filled with opportunities to live, work, and play without having to travel far. Shop Fishers kicks off on Saturday, November 25th, and invites shoppers to take advantage of discounts and deals this holiday season.

Hosted in conjunction with Small Business Saturday, Shop Fishers encourages customers to spend their dollars locally, investing in our community, and supporting small business owners. In 2015, more 112 million shoppers reported shopping small in an effort to support local stores. In Fishers, the results were just as successful: • Gallery 116 reported their highest day in sales in over 15 years of business! This included a 40% increase in sales over Shop Fishers’ 2015 event.

• North Star Health reported their busiest day in 42 years of business, up 42% over sales the previous year.

• Boys clothing boutique, Roman & Leo reported a 15% increase in sales over the 2015 event, and a 300% increase in sales over the 2014's, the first year Shop Fishers was coordinated.

Shop Fishers includes local restaurants and eateries, spas, clothing boutiques, and more. Each participating business is running a special deal, valid exclusively during Shop Fishers. A complete list of participating businesses, along with the deals they’re running can be found at Fishers.in.us/ShopFishers. Shoppers, don’t forget to share photos from your trip using #ShopFishers for a chance to win an exclusive Shop Fishers prize pack!

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WHAT'S THE EASIEST WAY TO SHOP FISHERS?

Think Fishers has a few tips to share.

USE THE TOOLS

BROWSE THE BUSINESSES

them. Whichever category you fall into,

Hopefully, Shop Fishers is an opportunity

Shoppers will have a much easier time

consider who you’ll be shopping for before

to

spots

finding what they're looking for if they

you get started. Doing so will give you a

but in some instances, Shop Fishers may

are familiar with the goods and services

better idea of which stores to check out

introduce you to new stores, restaurants,

offered by the participating retailers. By

during the event.

and other businesses throughout Fishers.

browsing the website or mobile app you

If the latter proves to be true, a map of

can get a nice snapshot of participating

STAY CONNECTED

participating businesses might be helpful.

businesses and the kind of promotion

No, seriously - leading up to Shop Fishers,

Luckily just the thing is at your fingertips

they’re running during the event. Who

the City’s social media channels will be

in the Nickel Plate District mobile app,

knows - you might end up saving enough

featuring a variety of exclusive sneak-

available for download on Apple and

to purchase something fun for yourself

peeks into the participating businesses,

Android devices. An electronic copy of the

before the day ends!

their holiday merchandise and special

support

your

favorite

local

Shop Fishers map will also be available at

offers, and even informative videos that

fishers.in.us/ShopFishers, and select hard

MAKE YOUR LIST

copies will be available at participating

During Shop Fishers, some shoppers will

to all participating vendors. Be on the look

Shop Fishers locations. Maps will help

be on a mission to purchase presents for

out for #ShopFishers while browsing our

you navigate from one shop to the next

everyone on their list while others enjoy

social media channels in the days leading

with ease.

picking up gifts as they stumble upon

up to the event.

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detail where to park for convenient access

DON'T MISS OUT ON THESE

GREAT BUSINESSES CREATIVE GIFTS FOR EVERY LADY ON YOUR LIST Blue Peppermint

GIFTS FOR THE LITTLE ONES Reno's Music Roman & Leo

Blush Salon Boutique

FOR THE FAMILY FOODIE

Dahlia's Dottie Couture Boutique

Flamme Burger Fishers

Gallery 116

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream

Lily & Sparrow Boutique

Jet's Pizza

MJ Layne Clothing, Home Decor, Gifts

NerdyGirl Cupcakes Pure Eatery

FOR MEN WHO ARE DIFFICULT TO SHOP FOR

Smoothie King at The Edge Taylor's Bakery

Fishers Do It Center

Twigs & Tea

The Pint Cycle

The Well Coffeehouse The Wine Guy at Grapevine Cottage

GIFTS ANYONE WOULD LOVE FOR THE FITNESS BUFF

Citizen's State Bank

TAKE THIS PAGE WITH YOU

High Level Design Salon & Barbershop

LoKe Bicycles

McNamara Florist

North Star Health

Shine Design Home

Revival Fitness

Here at Think Fishers, we strive to create a magazine that’s informative, but also helpful! Leading up to Shop Fishers, we’ve created the ultimate Fishers shopping guide. This page details all the businesses participating

in

Shop

Fishers,

and

categorizes them to help you determine

NAVIGATE SHOP FISHERS WITH HELP FROM THE NPD APP!

which stores would offer the perfect gift for everyone on your list. Tear it out, write on it, and use it as your shopping list this

Download the Nickel Plate District mobile app, available

holiday season.

on Android and Apple devices to help you Shop Fishers this holiday season! Leading up to November 25th, the

The holidays are a magical time in Fishers,

app will feature participating businesses, featured

and Shop Fishers showcases some of our

deals, and a map of businesses making it easy to hit

communities’ diverse businesses. When

every one. The app is free to download, just visit the

setting out to shop this holiday season, we

Google Play or iTunes store.

hope you think Fishers!

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SANTA'S MAILBOX Monday, November 13 - Monday, December 11 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM City Hall and Fishers Parks & Recreation | Free Fishers Parks & Recreation’s popular Santa’s Mailbox returns to deliver holiday magic straight to your mailbox this winter!

A Fishers tradition, children in 4th grade and under can drop off their letters to Santa in our special mailboxes inside City Hall (1 Municipal Drive) and at the Fishers Parks & Recreation Fishers is the perfect place to celebrate the most wonderful

office (11565 Brooks School Road) to be sure they arrive safely to

time of the year! Families and residents are invited to create

the North Pole. Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope

memories with traditions both old and new. From the holiday

with your letter, and you’ll receive a reply in the mail from

lights on the Central Green to family favorite Santa’s Mailbox,

good old St. Nick.

Fishers Parks & Recreation promises to help you and your family create lasting memories and traditions this holiday season.

FISHERS' WINTER WONDERLAND Thursday, November 30 | 6 - 7:30 PM

Looking for a festive holiday light display? Visit the Central

Central Green | Free

Green to see the city’s colorful holiday lights through January

The Nickel Plate District comes to life during Fishers’ Winter

1 . Special thanks to the Department of Public Works for their

Wonderland! Celebrate the start of the holiday season with the

hard work on the annual display.

holiday lights display, and step into the Winter Wonderland

st

featuring an ice carving demonstration, live music by Dave and For more information about these events and other happenings

Rae, and real reindeer. This special night will conclude with an

this holiday season, visit fishers.in.us/WinterWonderland.

appearance by Santa Claus himself!

SPECIAL EVENTS

PICTURES WITH SANTA Wednesday, December 6 & Thursday, December 7

FISHERS WINTER FARMERS' MARKET

6 - 7:30 PM | City Hall

Saturday, November 4, 2017 - March 10, 2018

Kids of all ages can share their Christmas list during Pictures with

9 AM - Noon | Holland Park

Santa! See live reindeer and snack on light refreshments while

The Winter Farmers' Market returns this season with a new

you wait to meet the Jolly, Old Elf. Each family is provided one

location, but the same great local products! Find more than the

free printed and framed photo with Santa. This year, we're offering

usual collard greens at our Winter Market, which provides a great

a Sensory Friendly Hour on Wednesday from 5 - 6 PM that will provide

variety of local products including Indiana grown veggies, baked

a friendly environment for children with special needs.

goods, and prepared foods. The Fishers Winter Farmers' Market is sponsored by IU Health Saxony.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

FALL N 2 FLAT FORK Saturday, November 4 | 11 AM - 2 PM | Flat Fork Creek Park

3RD ANNUAL BOOKTOBERFEST AUTHOR FAIR

Gather around the campfire, enjoy a group hike, try your hand at

Saturday, November 4 | Noon - 4 PM | Hamilton East Public Library

mountain biking with a skills session for the whole family, or relax

Join us for Booktoberfest, an author fair meet and greet expo

with a yoga session in the park. Roasting sticks, marshmallows,

featuring dozens of local authors. Authors will be available

apple cider and hot chocolate will be available, and families are

for book sales and signings and there will be refreshments,

welcome to bring additional items to enjoy over the campfire.

activities, and several chances to win books and other prizes. No

Families can sign up for a group hike when they arrive at

registration required for this event. This year's authors include

the event (each hike can accommodate up to 30 people).

M. Katherine Clark, Chris Clouser, Susan Crandall, Donna Cronk, Tammi Culmann, Jim Doyle, Britni Hill, Pamela Jackson, Madalyn Kinsey, Gwen Kinsler, Nicole Kobrowski, George Kramer, Kathy

HIKE TIMES: • 11:15 AM

• 12:15 PM

Laugheed, Kurt Meyer, Sandy Moore, Sarah Morin, Katie Andrews

• 1:15 PM

Potter, Suzanne Purewal, Francesca Quarto, Kate Roth, Susan Van

SANTA'S MAILBOX

Hoosen, Morgan K Wyatt, and Ericka Young.

Monday, November 13 - Monday, December 11 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM City Hall and Fishers Parks & Recreation Office

FISHERS VETERAN'S DAY CEREMONY

The tradition continues as children are invited to drop off their

Friday, November 10 | 10:30 AM | City Hall

letters to Santa in our special mailboxes located at City Hall and

Residents are invited to join the City of Fishers and our host,

the Fishers Parks & Recreation office. Find details on page 12.

retired U.S. Navy Commander, El Ahlwardt, in honoring the brave men and women who have courageously served in the armed

SUNRISE HIKE WITH THE DIRECTOR

forces during this free ceremony open to the public.

Friday, November 17 | 7 - 8 AM | Heritage Park Join Tony Elliot, Director of Fishers Parks & Recreation, on a

SHOP FISHERS

sunrise hike for a chance to connect and engage in discussion

Saturday, November 25 | Around Fishers

about our park programs. We’re looking for residents who are

Shop Fishers kicks off on invites customers to learn more about

passionate about our mission and willing to provide feedback for

the local businesses that can meet your holiday gift-giving needs,

future opportunities. No registration required.

all season long. Find details on pages 9 - 11.

FISHERS' WINTER WONDERLAND Thursday, November 30 | 6 - 7:30 PM | Central Green

PUBLIC MEETINGS

Kick off the holiday season and welcome Santa Claus to Fishers

To view a list of upcoming meetings and submit community

during this free event filled with music, reindeer and holiday

events for publication, visit fishers.in.us/Calendars.

cheer! Details can be found on page 12.

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PARKS PROGRAMS THANKSGIVING LUNCHEON sponsored by Hamilton Trace Friday, November 3 | 11 AM - 1 PM | Holland Park Ages 55+ | Resident $8, Nonresident $12 | Register by October 27 Residents and their friends are invited to enjoy a delicious Thanksgiving lunch provided by Sahm's Catering.

TURKEY HANDPRINT TILE Saturday, November 11 | 1 - 2 PM | Billericay Park Ages 2 - 10 | Resident $15, Nonresident $23 | Register by November 9 Celebrate Thanksgiving with a reading of A Plump and Perky Turkey and create a turkey handprint tile that can be used as a hot plate or wall decoration.

DIY SERIES: REVERSIBLE HOLIDAY BLOCKS Friday, November 17 | 6:30 - 8 PM | Billericay Park Ages 21+ | Resident $20, Nonresident $30 | Register by November 10 Looking for a fun craft on your next night out? We’re making reversible decorative holiday blocks that can be used to celebrate both Thanksgiving and winter! Wine and beer are welcome, and all materials are provided at this event for adults 21 and older.

PLAYFULL HOURS: SHAPES Tuesday, November 28 | 10 - 11 AM | Billericay Park Ages 1 - 5 | Resident $2, Nonresident $3 | Register by November 26 Learn all about different shapes as you let your child explore during this indoor activity.

BEFORE YOU PARTICIPATE...

CHICAGO WINTER BUS TRIP Saturday, December 2 | 7 AM - 9 PM | Meet at Billericay Park Ages 6+ | Resident $44, Nonresident $66 | Register by November 22

YOU MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE

Spend a day in the Windy City! The charter bus will unload near

Registration can be completed on the Fishers Parks & Recreation

Water Tower Place, and give you the opportunity to take in all

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

Chicago has to offer. Travelers must be 6 or older, and minors

Fishers Parks Office (phone registration not accepted).

must be accompanied by an adult. The bus will depart from the Billericay Park Building at 7 AM and will leave Chicago at 5:30 PM.

CHECK IT OUT!

*All times EST.

For additional information regarding these programs, as well as other events and partner classes, be sure to check out the latest

BREAKFAST WITH THE GRINCH

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

Saturday, December 9 | 9 - 10 AM | Billericay Park

FISHERS PARKS & RECREATION

All Ages | Resident $12, Nonresident $18 | Register by December 1 Families of all ages will enjoy a themed breakfast while listening

11565 Brooks School Road, Fishers, Indiana 46037

to a reading of How the Grinch Stole Christmas and making a fun

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

holiday craft. Children 1 and under can get into this event for free.

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

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HAPPENING THIS

NOVEMBER IN FISHERS

MOVEMBER

FISHERS VETERAN'S DAY CEREMONY

Raise Awareness for Stigma Free Fishers

10:30 AM | City Hall

More info at fishers.in.us/Movember

Open to the public

FISHERS WINTER FARMERS' MARKET

TURKEY HANDPRINT TILE

9 AM - Noon | Holland Park

1 - 2 PM | Holland Park

November 4, 2017 - March 10, 2018

Ages 2 - 10 | Register by November 9

KEEP THIS CALENDAR TO STAY UP TO DATE ON LOCAL EVENTS!

SUNRISE HIKE WITH THE DIRECTOR 7 - 8 AM | Heritage Park Hike with Tony Elliot of Parks & Recreation

DIY SERIES: REVERSIBLE HOLIDAY BLOCKS 6:30 - 8 PM | Billericay Park Ages 21+ | Register by November 20

SHOP FISHERS Support local businesses around Fishers Details at fishers.in.us/ShopFishers

SANTA'S MAILBOX 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | Nov. 13 - Dec. 11 Located at City Hall and Fishers Parks & Rec

THANKSGIVING LUNCHEON 11 AM - 1 PM | Holland Park Ages 55+ | sponsored by Hamilton Trace

PLAYFULL HOURS: SHAPES 10 - 11 AM | Billericay Park

FALL N 2 FLAT FORK

Ages 1 - 5 | Register by November 26

11 AM - 2 PM | Flat Fork Creek Park Hike Times at 11:15 AM, 12:15 PM and 1:15 PM

3RD ANNUAL BOOKTOBERFEST AUTHOR FAIR

FISHERS' WINTER WONDERLAND

Noon - 4 PM | Hamilton East Public Library

6 - 7:30 PM | Central Green

Meet and greet local authors, have books signed, win prizes

Celebrate the start of the holiday season

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FISHERS COMPANIES GROW, ANNOUNCE 350 NEW JOBS Vibenomics, formerly Fuzic, announced their committment to creating 255 new jobs by 2020 as they move to the new Braden Building in the Nickel Plate District. Netfor, announced their intent to add 97 new jobs by 2021 as they move to the Visionary Building in the Fishers Certified Tech Park.

NOMINATE AN EXEMPLARY VOLUNTEER TODAY! The City of Fishers is currently accepting nominations for Non-Profit Volunteer of the Year. Nominations are due by January 10th, and an exemplary community volunteer will be awarded at the annual City Service Awards on February 22, 2018. For more information, visit fishers.in.us/Volunteer.

FISHERS RECEIVES AIM GREEN COMMUNITY OF THE YEAR Accelerate Indiana Municipalities (AIM) has designated Fishers as a 2017 Green Community of the Year, the third consecutive year. The designation is based on Fishers’ sustainable efforts, including two annual recycling days, a rain barrel program, and the expansion of the Keep Fishers Beautiful initiative. For more information, visit fishers.in.us/Sustainability.

FISHERS MUNICIPAL COMPLEX WINS INDY CHAMBER'S MONUMENTAL AWARDS The Municipal Complex won the Honor award for Redevelopment at the annual Monumental Awards, which recognizes excellence in architecture, development, and art across the metro.