Think Fishers - November, 2018

Official Magazine of the City of Fishers • November 2018

THE NICKEL PLATE TRAIL IS COMING page 08 SHOP LOCAL WITH SHOP FISHERS page 10 SANTA CLAUS IS COMING TO TOWN page 16

Think Fishers is the official magazine for the City of Fishers, Indiana.

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

ON THE COVER: Support local businesses during this year’s Shop Fishers on Shop Small Saturday, November 24! Details on page 10.

CITY STAFF MAYOR Scott A. Fadness DEPUTY MAYOR Leah McGrath DEPUTY MAYOR OF ADMINISTRATION Elliott Hultgren

A MESSAGE FROM

MAYOR FADNESS

CITY JUDGE Daniel E. Henke CITY CLERK Jennifer Kehl CITY CONTROLLER Lisa Bradford CITY ATTORNEY Chris Greisl

November marks the beginning of the holiday season and

DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS Eric Pethtel

while that often means connecting with friends and family, it can also mean difficult moments, added stress, and anxiety.

DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & ZONING Tony Bagato

Since launching the City’s journey to change its approach to mental health and change the conversation of mental

DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING Jeff Hill

health, we’ve supported Movember, a monthlong campaign to raise awareness for men’s mental health. In our

DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION Sarah Sandquist

community, the majority of public safety’s mental health runs involved men. I encourage all of us to start talking

CHIEF OF POLICE Ed Gebhart

about our mental health, share your story, and join us during several events this month dedicated to reducing the impact

CHIEF OF FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES Steve Orusa

of mental illness in our community. For more information, visit buildingarefuge.com.

DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Tracy Gaynor

This month, we also take a moment to celebrate small

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Ethan Lee

business in Fishers with Shop Fishers’ Small Business Saturday on November 24. Support your neighbors by adding

DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Brandon Dickinson

participating businesses to your shopping list – you’ll never regret getting to know local business owners and picking

DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Ashley Elrod

up a few unique gifts along the way. For more information, check out fishers.in.us/ShopFishers.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Stephanie Perry MARKETING & PR MANAGER Kara Hall

Yours in service, BRAND COORDINATOR, DESIGN & LAYOUT Elizabeth Creakbaum

Mayor Scott Fadness

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TODD ZIMMERMAN, PRESIDENT

ERIC MOELLER

SELINA STOLLER

District at Large

North Central District

Northwest District

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moellere@fishers.in.us

stollers@fishers.in.us

@toddpzimmerman

RICHARD BLOCK, VICE-PRESIDENT

@ecmoeller

PETE PETERSON

StollerForCouncil

JOHN WEINGARDT

District at Large

Southeast District

South Central District

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weingardt@fishers.in.us

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CECILIA COBLE

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JohnWeingardt

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

District at Large

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

coblec@fishers.in.us

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

@CeciliaCoble

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

BRAD DEREAMER Northeast District

NORTHWEST DISTRICT

SOUTH CENTRAL DISTRICT

SOUTHWEST DISTRICT

NORTHEAST DISTRICT

NORTH CENTRAL DISTRICT

SOUTHEAST DISTRICT

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

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

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You have asked us many questions with #AskFishers over the past

4 Municipal Drive, Fishers, Indiana 46038

few years, so now it’s our turn! We want to get to know you—

Administration: (317) 595.3300 | Dispatch: (317) 773.1282

the residents of our smart, vibrant, and entrepreneurial city. Each

Anonymous Tip Line: (317) 595.3305

month, we’ll host an online poll on our Fishers Indiana Government Facebook page. Be sure to vote so that we can better serve you!

FISHERS FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES Non-Emergency: (317) 595.3200 and (317) 846.2525

Last month we asked residents about their favorite fall event in Fishers. Here’s a breakdown of the answers we received:

FIRE STATION 93 10501 Allisonville Road, Fishers, Indiana 46038 FIRE STATION 94 10701 Cumberland Road, Fishers, Indiana 46038 FIRE STATION 95 10870 East 131st Street, Fishers, Indiana 46037

16% SHOP FISHERS

11595 Brooks School Road, Fishers, Indiana 46038

19% MOVIES IN THE PARK

FIRE STATION 92

19% BOO BASH

2 Municipal Drive, Fishers, Indiana 46038

46% FISHERS FARMERS’ MARKET

FIRE STATION 91

FIRE STATION 96 15300 East 104th Street, Fishers, Indiana 46037 FIRE STATION 97 13000 East 136th Street, Fishers, Indiana 46037 FISHERS PARKS & RECREATION

WE WANT TO KNOW - DECEMBER

11565 Brooks School Road, Fishers, Indiana 46037

We’re already planning for next year’s Spark!Fishers festival!

(317) 595.3150 | parks@fishers.in.us

What was your favorite part of the 2018 celebration? Find our poll when you follow @FishersIN on Twitter.

HAMILTON COUNTY CLERK (317) 776.9629

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

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Photos Provided By: 1. Lisa, @lisasknow via Twitter 2. Cait, @mcmammamia via Instagram 3. {april’s discovery}, @_pauleypocket via Instagram 4. Mark Dawson, @dawsonpix via Instagram 5. Shara, @sharalynnh via Instagram 6. Sara Curran, @TCEprincipal via Twitter

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HSE FOOD DRIVE SETS NEW RECORD STUDENTS COLLECTED MORE THAN 20,000 POUNDS OF PASTA DURING THE SCHOOLS’ ANNUAL PASTABOWL

by Emily Abbotts Director of School and Community Relations, HSE Schools Boxes of spaghetti, rigatoni, ziti, and fettuccini could be found in

According

every building across Hamilton Southeastern Schools in the week

Executive Director Justin Hirnisey, Meijer once again supported

to

Hamilton

Southeastern

Schools

Foundation

leading up to the annual Mudsock Football game.

this year’s PastaBowl as the title sponsor of the effort and kept the store shelves stocked with pasta in the weeks leading up

“PastaBowl provides students with an opportunity to give back

to the donation. “We are very appreciative of Meijer’s annual

by donating pasta at their school and helping stock the shelves

support of HSSF and PastaBowl that happens in conjunction with

of Fishers-area food banks, while raising awareness about

the Mudsock Football game.”

food insecurities,” said long-time organizer and HSE School Board member John DeLucia. “We are thrilled that HSE Schools

Will students break the record next year? Organizers say that’s to

combined to set a new record donation this year.”

be determined, but a food drive of this magnitude is not possible without an army of volunteers, donors, and supporters that

In total, the 21 schools collected 20,152 pounds of pasta. This is a

included Meijer, ProShred, Hamilton County Harvest Food Bank,

new PastaBowl record and an increase of more than 6,000 pounds

Citizens State Bank, HSSF, and all 21 HSE Schools. If you would

from 2017.

like to learn more about the Hamilton Southeastern Schools Foundation, visit hsefoundation.org.

Organizers were thrilled to see the increase of donations as it is estimated that one in seven HSE students struggle with hunger.

As important as the food donations, PastaBowl also raises awareness for the 3,000 local children struggling with food insecurities. Officials say pasta is a core staple for local food banks and comes at an essential time during the pre-holiday months

THE 2018 PASTABOWL WINNERS: Riverside Intermediate - 2,789 pounds Hoosier Road Elementary - 2,369 pounds Fishers High School - 2,096 pounds

when donations are often low.

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HSE Schools Main Office: 13485 Cumberland Road | (317) 594.4100

HISTORY IN THE MAKING HAMILTON SOUTHEASTERN SCHOOLS & CONNER PRAIRIE PARTNER TO BRING NEW EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE TO FOURTH-GRADE STUDENTS

by Kate Michael Student, Fishers High School A typical school day does not usually include a foray to the White River or tomahawk throwing, but a new fourth-grade classroom at Conner Prairie is anything but typical. Situated under the park’s amphitheater, a large storage room turned classroom serves as the home base of the recent partnership between Hamilton Southeastern Schools and Conner Prairie that is encouraging learning outside of the standard classroom.

“So far we have had fourth-grade students from Brooks School Elementary, Thorpe Creek Elementary, New Britton Elementary, and Hoosier Road Elementary come out to learn,” said HSE teacher Amy Murch, who is now the teacher-in-residence at the Conner Prairie classroom.

Unlike a normal field trip, fourth-grade students will now experience consecutive days of “study trips,” where the learning is built around a STEM lesson. This allows for the students to apply

those

teachings

to

real-life

experiences,

such

as

constructing a canoe and floating it down the White River, as Native Americans once did.

“It makes you look at things differently, being able to see things

Though this is a new venture for HSE Schools, as Bourff said, the

through the eyes of the students. It makes a lot of things more

goal is that the program could eventually be duplicated nationwide.

special,” said Nancy Stark, who is the Senior Manager of Education

As the leadership teams at both Conner Prairie and HSE Schools

at Conner Prairie. Stark and Murch are working together to bring

continue to develop this partnership, they are hopeful that this

this unique vision of learning to life.

endeavor will shed a new light on alternative learning and the importance of connecting with one’s community. According to

The partnership and program are groundbreaking for not

Murch, so far there has been nothing but positive results and

only the HSE Schools’ community, but also for the country’s

affirmations from everyone involved.

education system in general. HSE Schools Superintendent Dr. Allen Bourff echoed this sentiment in a recent statement,

“Every day is new and exciting, and adventure awaits us around

saying: “We are confident that lessons in Indiana History,

each acre of Conner Prairie,” Murch shared. “I am so thrilled to be

experienced through a STEM perspective, will be like you can

able to build this program with our incredible students, teachers

find in no other community.”

and Conner Prairie staff.”

hse.k12.in.us

@HSESchools

HSESchools

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CREATING THE NEXT GREAT

FISHERS EXPERIENCE

TOGETHER THE COMMUNITY SHARES ITS INPUT FOR THE 4.5 MILE STRETCH OF FISHERS’ NICKEL PLATE TRAIL Earlier this fall, the City of Fishers kicked off the Track to Trail initiative, a month-long outreach campaign to encourage the community to share their ideas for Fishers’ 4.5 mile stretch of the Nickel Plate Railroad transforming into a trail. Dubbed “The Nickel Plate Trail,” the Fishers portion will extend from 96th Street to 146th Street.

In May, the City of Fishers announced the formation of the Nickel Plate Trail Master Planning Committee, led by co-chairs Fishers City Councilor John Weingardt and resident and owner of DELV Design, Amanda Welu.

“Our goal is to create a one-of-a-kind experience, a new kind of public space that happens to have a trail running through it,” said Welu.

To help create the next great Fishers destination, the committee selected NBBJ and Ex2 Partners to work collaboratively to facilitate a master plan for a unique experience along the Nickel Plate Trail. Ex2 Partners, an Indianapolis-based strategic consulting firm, worked with the City on the public outreach efforts this fall.

“We are encouraging our residents to be bold, be original, and be heard,” said Weingardt.

“It is a blank slate right now, and I can’t wait to see what this community working together can dream.”

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Throughout

the

month

of

October,

suggestions continued to be accepted online, by mail, and in person at participating local businesses. By mid-month, more than 1,500 suggestions had been received. The City and Ex2 also hosted “think tank” focus groups with educators, students, entrepreneurs, artists, and public safety officials. The input phase concluded October 30 with a Community Conversation at Delaware Township Community Building.

Residents stopped by the Fishers Farmers’ Market for one of the community input sessions to let the City know what they most want to see included along the first 4.5 mile stretch of the new Nickel Plate Trail.

Even our youngest residents accepted the challenge, incorporating aspects of designthinking to contribute to the project. Third graders at New Britton Elementary are exploring potential trail amenities through mapping and geography, and the entire fourth-grade class at Harrison Parkway Elementary worked on using empathy to identify potential users of the trail and ideate amenities and events reflective of the needs of the whole community.

“We’re truly starting at square one,” said Mayor Scott Fadness. “To create the next great destination for our community, it is vital that we engage our residents and hear their ideas and suggestions for what

Four different community input sessions were hosted during Track to Trail kickoff weekend on September 28-30 to solicit ideas from the public. Residents of all ages came out to share more than 600 ideas for the trail, which ranged from dog parks (and the world’s first cat part) to outdoor fitness centers, art exhibitions, pop-up retail shops, hammock areas, and meditation mazes, to name a few.

should be included. Our vision is that this is an experience that is uniquely Fishers, and captures the spirit and personality of our city.”

The next phase will begin to shape the ideas into visual concepts that will be brought back to the community for further feedback and refinement in early 2019. The Master Plan will be completed in March 2019, and construction of the Fishers portion of the trial is anticipated to begin in Fall of 2019.

For more information on the Nickel Plate Trail, visit nickelplatetrail.com.

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SHOP FISHERS. SHOP LOCAL. Citywide Celebration of Small Businesses returns November 24

It’s time to make that list and check it twice—the holiday season

“As a small business owner in Fishers, we appreciate the

is right around the corner! Luckily, businesses throughout Fishers

city’s effort in supporting locally-owned businesses through

have you covered, with the perfect gift for everyone on your list.

Shop Fishers,” said Andrus. “I think anything we can do as a community to encourage people to support their local businesses

Shop Fishers, the local celebration of Small Business Saturday,

and neighbors is a huge positive! Small businesses like ours,

returns for its fifth year on November 24. Participating businesses

and so many of our neighbors’, bring culture, creativity, and

citywide will offer deals and promotions during the event,

uniqueness to Fishers. In the world of Amazon, it’s nice to have

from a percentage savings, to BOGO deals, to complimentary

a day dedicated to our community and the people who live and

refreshments while shopping.

work within it.”

This year’s Shop Fishers event includes many beloved favorites

For another longtime Shop Fishers participant—Gallery 116

from years past, and an assortment of new participants as well.

owner Tracy Gritter—Shop Fishers has become her busiest day of the year.

Pure Eatery has been part of Shop Fishers since it opened off 116th Street in 2015. When owner Courtney Andrus opened her

“We have participated in Shop Fishers since its conception

new restaurant—Pearl Street Pizzeria & Pub—at 104th Street

and cannot thank the community enough for their loyalty in

and Olio Road earlier this year, she knew it had to get in on the

supporting local businesses throughout the year, but especially

Shop Fishers celebration too. This year, Pure Eatery will feature

on Small Business Saturday,” said Gritter. “This year, we are

half price bottles of wine, and Pearl Street will offer half price

offering a 20% discount off an item of your choice, along with a

appetizers all day long.

free gift for the first 50 shoppers.”

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NOVEMBER 2018

SHOP FISHERS OFFERS GIFTS FOR EVERYONE ON YOUR LIST! FOR THAT PERSON WHO HAS EVERYTHING: Get a one of a kind creation from a local artisan at Gallery 116 or from the pop-up art exhibition in City Hall.

FOR THE HOLIDAY PARTY HOSTS & HOSTESSES Stock up with hostess gifts for your holiday party gatherings at the Grapevine Cottage,

New this year, the Fishers Winter Farmers’

Tangerine Cards & Gifts, Twigs & Tea, and McNamara Florist.

Market will join the celebration. The first 50 shoppers will receive $5 in Market

FOR THAT PERSON WHO WON’T STOP MOVING:

Bucks to be redeemed at any market

Snag deals at Fishers YMCA or Burn Boot Camp Fishers.

vendors, and several vendors are offering specials of their own. The market is open 9

FOR THE KIDDOS:

a.m. until noon at Holland Park.

Shop for threads at Stella & Nash and Roman & Leo, or lessons at Goldfish Swim School.

Another

new

addition

to

this

year’s

FOR THE SPECIAL LADIES IN YOUR LIFE:

event is the “Shop Fishers Music Hall,”

Pick up unique gifts at Lily and Sparrow Boutique, MJ Layne, Blush Salon Boutique,

a special pop-up lounge for Shop Fishers

State of Grace Boutique, and Dottie Couture Boutique.

shoppers conveniently located in the heart of downtown Fishers in the warmth and

FOR THE MEN IN YOUR LIFE:

comfort of City Hall. Take a break from

Swing by the Fishers Do It Center to stock up their tool chest, or give them an office

shopping enjoy hot cocoa and cookies,

makeover at Shine Design Home.

accompanied by live music from the local performing

arts

organization,

Fishers

FOR YOUR FURRY FRIENDS:

Music Works. Carolers, soloists, a jazz

Find discounts at PetSuites Pet Resort and Spa and VetCheck Pet Urgent Care Center.

band, and other musicians and entertainers will take to the City Hall stage to perform

FOR THE GIFT THAT KEEPS ON GIVING:

their holiday favorites and seasonal tunes.

Keep giving all season long with discounted gift cards to Spavia Fishers, Handel’s

The “Shop Fishers Music Hall” is made

Homemade Ice Cream & Yogurt, and Another Broken Egg Café.

possible through a special community arts grant by Nickel Plate Arts and will

FOR FAMILY VISITING FOR THE HOLIDAYS:

also include an art exhibit, presented by

Book a discounted BrewsLine tour, trip to The Escape Room, or Sky Zone Fishers for

Fishers Arts Council. Much of the exhibited

an unforgettable family adventure.

artwork will be available for purchase.

FOR REFUELING DURING YOUR BUSY DAY OF SHOPPING:

For more information on the 2018 event,

Score discounts and specials at the Fishers Farmers’ Market, The Well Coffeehouse,

visit fishers.in.us/ShopFishers. Ahead of

Taylor’s Bakery, Brixx Wood Fired Pizza, Pure Eatery, and Pearl Street Pizzeria & Pub.

the event, share which local deals you’re most excited or your favorite part of Shop

FOR SOMEONE WHO DESERVES A LITTLE “ME TIME”:

Fishers using #ShopFishers for a chance to

Gift them a spray tan at Air-Tan, or spa day at Spavia.

win an exclusive prize pack!

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2018 SHOP FISHERS DEALS: AIR-TAN

GALLERY 116

SPAVIA FISHERS

Buy 1 tan, get 1 free

20% off the item of your choice

Relax Package for $128 (regularly $198).

ANOTHER BROKEN EGG CAFÉ

GOLDFISH SWIM SCHOOL FISHERS

a 50-minute facial. Buy $150 in gift cards

Get a $10 bounce back card for every $50 in

Receive a free holiday package when you

receive a free candle

gift cards purchased

purchase two months of swim lessons

BLUSH SALON BOUTIQUE

HANDEL’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM

10% off the entire store (excluding home

15% off boutique items

20% off Handel’s gift cards and coins

decor); drinks throughout the day

BRIXX WOOD FIRED PIZZA

LILY & SPARROW BOUTIQUE

STELLA & NASH

Buy two pizzas with the purchase of two

Gift with purchase over $100; from 9-10 a.m.

$10 off when you spend $50; $20 off when

beverages and get one pizza free

get 30% off entire purchase; 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

you spend $100; first 20 guests who spend

25% off entire purchase; 2-6 p.m. 20% off

over $50 receive a free Pom Beanie Hat

Includes 60-minute signature massage and

STATE OF GRACE BOUTIQUE

BURN BOOT CAMP FISHERS

entire purchase

TANGERINE CARDS & GIFTS

Free 14 Day Test Drive; take the Raise the Bar Challenge

MCNAMARA FLORIST

20% off all jewelry, scarves, tops, and bottoms

Buy one get one 1/2 off on all ornaments

C.R. HEROES Stop in for great savings

TAYLOR’S BAKERY MJ LANE

Buy one get one free on all cookies

Free gift with purchases over $50 while

DOTTIE COUTURE BOUTIQUE

supplies last

20% off purchase

THE BREWSLINE Use promo code LOCAL to save 20% on

PEARL STREET PIZZARIA & PUB

bookings at brewsline.com

FISHERS DO IT CENTER

Half priced appetizers from 11 a.m. until 10

Shop for holiday decor and hardware items

p.m. Must mention ShopFishers. Valid for

THE ESCAPE ROOM FISHERS

dine in only

Use promo code SHOP2018 for $5 off per ticket in one room. Tickets must be purchased

FISHERS FARMERS’ MARKET

online and may be purchased for any ticketed

The first 50 customers will receive $5 in

PETSUITES PET RESORT & SPA FISHERS

Market Bucks! Stay tuned to the Fishers

20% off services booked before December

and Indianapolis locations only.

Farmers’ Market on social media for

1. Does not include holiday stays. Limited

more details about vendor specials.

1 use per client. Cannot be combined with

THE WELL COFFEEHOUSE FISHERS

other offers. Must mention Shop Fishers

10% off all beverages

PURE EATERY

THE WINE GUY AT GRAPEVINE COTTAGE

1/2 price bottles of wine

date/time prior to February 1. Valid at Fishers

25% off entire cheese selection

ROMAN & LEO Save 20% off the entire store; gift with

TWIGS & TEA

purchase, giveaways and treats

10% off purchase

SHINE DESIGN HOME

VETCHECK PET URGENT CARE CENTER

20% off entire store, including sale items

Get 30% off heartworm/flea/tick prevention;

SKY ZONE FISHERS

free wellness office visit for all family pets

$30 Gift Card Sale

FISHERS YMCA

Receive free Sky Socks & free 30 minute pass

For event updates and promotion details,

No joining fee

with the purchase of a holiday gift card

visit fishers.in.us/ShopFishers.

FISHERS BIZ SPOTLIGHT with

Think Fishers sat down with Jobvite’s Andre Boulais, senior director of engage services, to learn more about the growing company’s Fishers office.

Think Fishers: What is Jobvite’s 30-second elevator pitch? Tell us a little about you.

Andre Boulais: Jobvite is the original social media talent recruiting platform that empowers organizations to attract, hire, and onboard candidates at the right time, in the right way, all the way through the acquisition lifecycle. We’re based out of the San Francisco Bay Area but have offices here in Fishers, New York, London, and Bangalore.

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

AB: From a business side of things, the Midwestern work ethic paired with a dedication to innovation has created its own unique chapter in the American Tech saga. The Indy metro, and particularly Fishers, has a growing stable of companies that feed into the growth we’re seeing in the tech community. And as a bonus, I just love being part of the collaborative culture at Launch Fishers.

TF: What’s new for 2018/2019?

AB: This year, we doubled in size by mid-year and haven’t shown any signs of slowing down here in Fishers. We’ve grown out of three offices and into our dedicated office space inside Launch Fishers. As we look to 2019, we will continue adding more people and potentially expand past the eight different business units represented here currently. One thing is guaranteed: we’ll continue providing industry-leading solutions to utilize Jobvite’s award-winning software with global customers and hopefully a few new ones in Fishers.

TF: To us, Fishers is smart, vibrant, and entrepreneurial. Which of those words best describe your business and why?

AB: Jobvite has always been led by an entrepreneurial drive. We are disrupting the talent recruitment and management process every day. We are bringing new technology to the industry and we’re able to deliver measurable results. That requires us to continuously innovate.

TF: What is your go-to Fishers dining spot?

AB: We’re big fans of Four Day Ray, in the heart of Fishers’ downtown. We’re also known to frequent Portillos – it’s hard to resist.

Find out more about Jobvite by visiting jobvite.com or by following @jobvite on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

NOVEMBER 2018

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FISHERS

FOOD IN REVIEW

WHAT TO ORDER It’s hard to go wrong with this traditional Indiana tenderloin, but be sure to check out FDR’s seasonal menu as well.

AWARD-WINNING BREWERY SERVES UP MORE THAN JUST GREAT BEER

If you’re in downtown Fishers, it’s hard to miss Four Day Ray. And trust us, you shouldn’t. Located at the intersection of North Street and Lantern Road, the large industrial building is constantly bustling with patrons looking to enjoy the award-wining beer and delicious eats that have made Four Day Ray a Fishers hotspot.

Longtime home brewer Brian Graham and partners Mitch Ackerman, Chris Welsh, and Matt Troyer opened the restaurant and brewery in 2016. A nod to the city’s Nickel Plate Railroad

The brewery features a 24-tap tasting room for 21+, and a family-

heritage, the name “Four Day Ray” is actually a nickname that

friendly restaurant (and don’t forget about the dog-friendly

was given to a railroad employee who called off work one day

patio!) In the warmer months, Four Day Ray hosts live music

every week. The brewery’s tagline, “Take the Day,” celebrates the

on the patio, and year round, a robust event calendar features

three-day weekend. Like the website says: “We believe life is too

food tastings, yoga and Pilates classes, and more. Fridays feature

short to spend at the salt mine.”

$6 growler fills on select brews. Earlier this year, Four Day Ray expanded their take-out options to cans as well.

The menu, which Graham describes as a “scratch menu featuring many locally sourced ingredients,” is updated seasonally, but

As much as Four Day Ray is dedicated to great beer, they are

is anchored by the mainstay favorites, such as the massive

also committed to giving back to the community. Each week

tenderloin and diverse taco selection.

they host Tapped for a Cause Tuesday from 4-9 p.m. to benefit a local charity organization. A new charity is selected each

The changing seasons bring new brews to the taps as well. The

month, and every Tuesday that month, 5% of food sales and

most popular beer, Blood Orange Blonde, is available year-round

$.50 from each pint purchased are donated to the organization.

(cans or tap), along with the other core brews, including the Track

Interested organizations can apply on Four Day Ray’s website

Jumper IPA and Laplander Blonde. Graham’s personal favorite?

at fourdayray.com.

The Air Raid Pale Ale, an English Pale Ale that he describes as a

CHECK THEM OUT!

“beer drinker’s beer.”

Four Day Ray Brewing

Four Day Ray Brewing

This season, taste the Fala Scotch Ale and Snow Shed Winter Ale

11671 Lantern Road

@FourDayRay

(both returning from last year), and the new Afterburner Smoked

fourdayray.com

@FourDayRay

Lager and new take on the Prince Igor Russian Imperial Stout.

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NOVEMBER 2018

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

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

CUMBERLAND PARK From the roar of the crowd at youth soccer games to a relaxing walk in nature, Cumberland Park (10580 Cumberland Road) has something for everyone! The park is situated at the corner of 106th Street and Cumberland Road and boasts over 40 acres of play and adventure.

On any given weekend, Cumberland Park bustles with activity. The park features Fishers Parks & Recreation’s only disc golf course, which has become a favorite among all ages.

The 9-hole, 18-tee frisbee and disk golf course includes both amateur and pro tees. The view on the course is amazing as well, with several holes bordering lush trees and the banks of Mud Creek.

Walkers and runners will love the scenic half-mile multi-use trail that meanders over the creek’s bridge and along the Mud Creek Greenway. Families and visitors can also relax and enjoy a picnic with tables and grills situated throughout the park.

The park also showcases seven manicured soccer fields that are home to youth soccer leagues run by S.P.O.R.T.S. (Southeastern Program of Recreational Team Sports) organization, a not-for-profit dedicated to providing youth in the Hamilton Southeastern community. For more information about S.P.O.R.T.S., visit hsesports.com.

The community building and attached park shelter are available for the public to rent for gettogethers, birthday parties, and more. For more information and to rent the building, visit playfishers.com/Rentals. Public restrooms are also available near the community building.

Cumberland Park is open to the public year-round from dawn to dusk. Learn more and find additional information about the park at playfishers.com/Cumberland.

CHECK IT OUT! Cumberland Park is one of three drop off locations for the city’s Christmas Tree Recycling Program sponsored

by Sambol’s Tree Farm. After the holidays, residents can drop off their bare, live trees to be recycled through February 1, 2019. To learn more and find other drop-off locations, visit fishers.in.us/TreeRecycling.

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Holly Jolly Holidays It’s the most wonderful time of year, and Fishers Parks & Recreation’s jolly elves are hard at work creating frosty fun for the entire community. Here’s a sneak peek at how they’re making this holiday season merry and bright and how you can create cherished traditions and lasting memories all winter long.

WINTER WONDERLAND

SANTA’S MAILBOX

Celebrate the start of the holiday season at Fishers’ jolliest event

One of Fishers’ most popular holiday traditions returns as

of the year on Saturday, December 1 from 2 to 8 p.m. at the

Fishers Parks & Recreation delivers the magic of the season to

Nickel Plate District Amphitheater. Families of all ages will

your mailbox! Children are welcome to come and drop off their

delight in free children’s activities, ice carving demonstrations,

letters to Santa in the special mailboxes located throughout the

a petting zoo, live music from Fishers Music Works, and more.

city from Monday, November 19 to Monday, December 10 to be

Stick around for the highlight of the evening, the annual tree

sent straight to the North Pole.

lighting taking place at 6 p.m., and enjoy the beautiful twinkling light displays around the Municipal Complex. A Sensory Friendly

Mailboxes are located inside City Hall (1 Municipal Drive) and

Area will also be available at the event for children and families

the Fishers Parks & Recreation office (11565 Brooks School Road)

with special needs.

and are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., excluding holidays. Please be sure to include a self-addressed,

NEW THIS YEAR: Children can visit and take a free photo

stamped envelope with your letter so Santa can respond.

with Santa at Winter Wonderland by signing up in advance at playfishers.com/WinterWonderland. Several time slots are

Visit playfishers.com/WinterWonderland to learn more about

available to reserve throughout the duration of the event, so

these festive activities and events happening around Fishers this

secure your spot in line today!

holiday season.

MORE CHANCES FOR PHOTOS WITH SANTA Can’t make it to Winter Wonderland? Additional times for photos with Santa will be available Tuesday, December 4 and Wednesday, December 5, including a sensory friendly hour for kids with special needs.

Find details and reserve your place in line at playfishers.com/WinterWonderland.

SPECIAL EVENTS

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

FISHERS WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET

ART IN CITY HALL

Saturdays, November 3 - March 16 | 9 AM - Noon | Holland Park

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

The Winter Farmers’ Market offers a variety of locally grown and

In partnership with the Fishers Arts Council, this rotating exhibit

sourced products, including greenhouse veggies, baked goods, and

invites residents to celebrate art from established and emerging

prepared foods. The whole family will enjoy live entertainment,

artists and is open to all.

children’s activities, and more.

SHOP FISHERS VETERANS DAY CEREMONY

Saturday, November 24 | Around the City of Fishers

Monday, November 12 | 10 AM | City Hall Auditorium

Shop Fishers returns on Small Business Saturday to kick off

Join the City of Fishers at the annual Veteran’s Day Ceremony

holiday shopping around Fishers! Find the perfect holiday gifts for

honoring local veterans who have courageously served in the

everyone on your list while you support local retail entrepreneurs

armed forces. The free ceremony is open to the public.

and restaurateurs throughout the community. Be sure to share your #ShopFishers photos with us. For more information, check

SANTA’S MAILBOX

out fishers.in.us/ShopFishers. Learn more on page 10.

Monday, November 19 - Monday, December 10 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM* City Hall and Fishers Parks & Recreation Office Children can drop off their letters to Santa in the special mailboxes

LEARNING AT CONNER PRAIRIE

to be sure they arrive safely to the North Pole. Find details about Santa’s Mailbox on page 16.

WINTER WONDERLAND Saturday, December 1 | 2 - 8 PM | Nickel Plate District AMP Get into the festive mood and kick off the holiday season at the Nickel Plate District AMP with ice carving demonstrations, live reindeer, children’s activities, and more. Don’t miss out on the dazzling annual tree lighting, taking place at 6 p.m. this year. Best of all, sign up at playfishers.com/WinterWonderland to get your photo with Santa! Find details on page 16.

FOLLOW THE NORTH STAR

PICTURES WITH SANTA

Thursdays - Saturdays, November 1 - 17 | Various Times

Tuesday, December 4 & Wednesday, December 5 | 5:30 - 8:30 PM

Travel back to the year 1836 and assume the role of a

Sensory Friendly Hour - Wednesday, December 5 | 4:30 - 5:30 PM

fugitive slave seeking freedom on the Underground

Can’t make it out to Winter Wonderland? Additional times for

Railroad through the state. This award-winning, interactive

photos with Santa will be available Tuesday, December 4 and

theatrical program demonstrates the wide ranging social

Wednesday, December 5, including a sensory friendly hour for

attitudes toward African-Americans in pre-Civil War

kids with special needs. Find details and reserve your place in line

Indiana. Find times, prices, and details at connerprairie.org.

at playfishers.com/WinterWonderland. Learn more on page 16.

PET PICTURES WITH SANTA Saturday, December 8 | 1 - 5 PM | Nickel Plate District AMP

PUBLIC MEETINGS

Bring your fur babies for a photo with Santa printed on site and

To view a list of upcoming meetings and submit community

available for purchase by Smiling Dog Photography. Please keep

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

pets on leashes and follow park “petiquette”.

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PARKS ACTIVITIES

DON’T FORGET!

TINY TREKKERS: PREPARING FOR WINTER Friday, November 9 | 9 - 11 AM | Ages 1 - 5 | Flat Fork Creek Park | $3

REGISTER IN ADVANCE ON THE NEW WEBSITE

Learn about how animals find food and shelter to prepare for

Register through the new Fishers Parks & Recreation website

winter! Participants will prepare for a fall “feast” and make a

(previous users will need to create a new account; accounts

feeder for their feathered friends.

on the previous system will not be transferred to the new system), by mailing in a completed form with payment, or at the

HANDPRINT TURKEY PLATE POTTERY

Fishers Parks Office. Head to playfishers.com/HowToRegister

Saturday, November 10 | 1 - 2 PM | Ages 3 - 9 | Billericay Park | $18

to learn more.

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a reading of A Plump and Perky Turkey while creating a turkey handprint tile that can be used as a hot

READ THE FUN GUIDE ON PLAYFISHERS.COM

plate or wall decoration. Register by November 9.

For additional info regarding activities and events, check out the latest issue of the Fun Guide at playfishers.com/FunGuide.

PLAYFULL HOURS: MAKE BELIEVE Friday, November 16 | 9 - 11 AM | Ages 1 - 5 | Billericay Park | $3

FISHERS PARKS & RECREATION

We’re bringing our very best toys to spark your child’s creativity.

11565 Brooks School Road, Fishers, Indiana 46037

Camp, garden, and jump through tree tops all in one place.

(317) 595.3150 | playfishers.com

We provide the toys, your child provides the imagination!

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

SAFE SITTER SESSION 2 Saturday, November 17 | 9 AM - 2:30 PM | Ages 11 - 15 | Billericay Park | $50 Kids ages 11 to 15 will learn tips on recognizing and responding

HOLIDAY POTTERY WHEEL ADVENTURE

to medical emergencies, ideas for entertaining children, and the

Monday, November 19 | Saxony Hall

business of babysitting during this nationally recognized activity.

Ages 6 - 12: 5 - 6 PM | $25

Register by November 11.

Ages 12+: 6:30 - 8:30 PM | $30 Craft a tree or mug on the pottery wheel, a hand-built ornament, or picture frame for the holidays. Finished projects can be picked up one week after the activity at the Fishers Parks & Recreation office. No experience is needed, and all materials are provided. Register for this activity led by Ripple Mobile Arts

by November 16.

CHRISTMAS TREE VOTIVE POTTERY Saturday, December 1 | 1 - 2 PM | Ages 3 - 9 | Billericay Park | $18 Paint a festive Christmas tree votive while listening to Olive, the Other Reindeer. Register by November 30.

FA-LA-LA-LA FLOWERS Thursday, December 6 | 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Ages 18+ | Ambassador House | $75 Join us to create a festive focal point for your holiday dinners and parties as you learn new flower tips and tricks while mastering the art of flower arranging. Beer and wine are welcome for ages 21+. Register by November 30 for this activity led by Alice’s Table in Indianapolis.

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NOVEMBER 2018

HAPPENING THIS

NOVEMBER IN FISHERS

FISHERS WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET

PLAYFULL HOURS: MAKE BELIEVE

Saturdays, November 3 - March 16

9 - 11 AM | Billericay Park

9 AM - Noon | Holland Park

Ages 1 - 5

SAFE SITTER SESSION 2 9 AM - 2:30 PM | Billericay Park Ages 11 - 15

HOLIDAY POTTERY WHEEL ADVENTURE Ages 6 - 12: 5 - 6 PM | Ages 12+: 6:30 - 8:30 PM Saxony Hall

SHOP FISHERS All Day | Around the City of Fishers fishers.in.us/ShopFishers

SANTA’S MAILBOX November 19 - December 10 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM City Hall and Fishers Parks & Recreation

TINY TREKKERS: PREPARING FOR WINTER 9 - 11 AM | Flat Fork Creek Park | Ages 1 - 5

HANDPRINT TURKEY POTTERY PLATE 1 - 2 PM | Billericay Park Ages 3 - 9

VETERANS DAY CEREMONY 10 AM | City Hall Auditorium Open to the public

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SAVE THE DATE TO SHOP LOCAL! Shop Fishers returns on Small Business Saturday, November 24, to kick off holiday shopping around Fishers! Find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list while you support local retail entrepreneurs and restaurateurs throughout the community. For details about the event, check out page 10 of this issue.

GEIST WATERFRONT PARK: COMMUNITY OPEN HOUSES We want to know what you want included in the new Geist Waterfront Park! Join us for our community open houses on Tuesday, November 13 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the Geist Yacht Club, or Tuesday, November 27 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Fishers City Hall Auditorium.

NO SHAVE MOVEMBER Throughout the month of November, Building A Refuge will be hosting several events around Fishers focusing on men’s mental health. A kickoff event will be held November 3 at Fishers High School, featuring emcee Bob Kravitz. Learn more at buildingarefuge.com.

JOIN US FOR WINTER WONDERLAND Fishers Parks & Recreation invites you to come kick off the start of the holiday season on Saturday, December 1 from 2 to 8 p.m. at the Nickel Plate District AMP. Enjoy free activities for the kids, ice carving demonstrations, live music, and more.

You’ll also have a chance to get your picture taken with Santa Claus! For details, visit playfishers.com/WinterWonderland and check out page 16 of this issue.