Official Magazine of the City of Fishers • September 2018
HELP US KEEP FISHERS BEAUTIFUL page 10 THE AMP IS BACK & BETTER THAN EVER page 12 PUT NATURE FIRST 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: The Nickel Plate District AMP has a fresh new look and a state of the art sound system - find out more on page 12.
CITY STAFF MAYOR Scott A. Fadness DEPUTY MAYOR Leah McGrath DEPUTY MAYOR OF ADMINISTRATION Elliott Hultgren CITY JUDGE Daniel E. Henke CITY CLERK Jennifer Kehl
A MESSAGE FROM
MAYOR FADNESS
CITY CONTROLLER Lisa Bradford CITY ATTORNEY Chris Greisl DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS Eric Pethtel DIRECTOR OF PLANNING & ZONING Tony Bagato
We’re on the cusp of fall and while that means many of us
DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING Jeff Hill
are squeezing in the last few days of warm weather activities, at City Hall we’re looking to 2019. Our annual public hearing
DIRECTOR OF PARKS & RECREATION Sarah Sandquist
of the City Budget is on September 17 during the City Council meeting at 7 p.m. and I encourage all residents to participate.
CHIEF OF POLICE Ed Gebhart
My team has been working hard to prioritize the services you expect from our City to keep Fishers moving toward a smart,
CHIEF OF FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES Steve Orusa
vibrant, and entrepreneurial city. DIRECTOR OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Tracy Gaynor Still looking for more warm weather activities? Our Parks & Recreation department has us covered: weather it’s Movies
DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES Ethan Lee
in the Park or the last days of the summer Farmers’ Market, the new Nickel Plate District AMP is an exciting place to be.
DIRECTOR OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Brandon Dickinson
We cover the latest on the grand re-opening on page 12. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Ashley Elrod I look forward to seeing you around Fishers. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS Stephanie Perry Yours in service,
MARKETING & PR MANAGER Kara Hall BRAND COORDINATOR, DESIGN & LAYOUT Elizabeth Creakbaum
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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.
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to attend a council meeting are encouraged to view meeting minutes and watch the archived view, available online at fishers.in.us/CityCouncil.
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MUDSOCK 2018 ANNUAL FOOTBALL GAME BETWEEN FHS & HSE ONE OF THE YEAR’S MOST ANTICIPATED EVENTS by Emily Abbotts Director of School and Community Relations, HSE Schools City residents are just a few days away from witnessing the biggest Fishers gridiron rivalry, the annual Mudsock Game, between Fishers High School and Hamilton Southeastern High School. With over 10,000 people anticipated for the game, the highlyanticipated showdown brings the entire Fishers community together each year. “No other community event brings as many people together in one place as the Mudsock football game,” said Dr. Allen Bourff, Superintendent of HSE Schools. The Mudsock Game also provides the perfect stage to recognize each Teacher of the Year from each school within the Hamilton Southeastern school district. During halftime of the game teachers from all 21 schools across HSE School will be recognized. This special acknowledgement provides everyone in attendance the opportunity to salute these great teachers as a part of the
on Friday, September 7. “As a Fishers based business, and
annual Mudsock game activities.
partner of HSE Schools, Braden Business Systems is thrilled to support HSSF as title sponsor,” said Dave Childers of Braden
Another unique element of the Mudsock football game is fans get
Business Systems.
to see the culmination of the annual PastaBowl. This yearly food drive supports local food pantries and families in need within
The Foundation is selling a limited number of VIP tickets to
Hamilton County. “The PastaBowl provides students with an
the game which include exclusive on-field seating, access to
opportunity to give back by donating pasta at their school and
food and drink during the game in a hospitality tent, and a
helping stock area food banks while raising awareness about food
separate will call table. For more information and to order tickets
insecurities. Last year over 14,000 pounds of pasta was donated,”
visit HSEFoundation.org.
said long-time organizer and school board member John Delucia. “The HSE Schools Foundation annual partnership with the Fans can also make a charitable donation to the Hamilton
Mudsock Football Game provides the perfect opportunity for
Southeastern Schools Foundation (HSSF) and sit in the exclusive
community leaders, alumni, teachers, parents and businesses to
VIP section located in the north end zone area. The money raised
show their support of local schools,” said Justin Hirnisey, Executive
goes back into the classroom for teacher-led projects the benefit
Director of the Hamilton Southeastern Schools Foundation.
students in all 21 HSE Schools, as well as student scholarships and Fishers defeated Hamilton Southeastern 20-14 in 2017. The
district-wide projects.
Royals will be out for revenge during Mudsock 2018 when they The 2018 Mudsock Football game, hosted by Braden Business
host the Tigers. Don’t miss the renewal of this great rivalry or the
Systems, will be held at Hamilton Southeastern High School
opportunity to have the best seat in the house for the game.
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HSE Schools Main Office: 13485 Cumberland Road | (317) 594.4100
HOOP DREAMS NBA STAR GARY HARRIS RETURNS TO HSE TO SHARE HIS LOVE OF BASKETBALL WITH STUDENTS by Emily Abbotts Director of School and Community Relations, HSE Schools More than 100 students, first through eighth grade, had the opportunity to play basketball with a 2012 graduate of Hamilton Southeastern High School. “To come back brings up a whole bunch of memories. This is where I fell in love with basketball,” said Gary Harris who plays for the Denver Nuggets. Back in July, Harris hosted his first-ever ‘Gary Harris Basketball Camp’ at no-charge. He says it’s one small way to give back to a community that gave him so much. Harris was home for a short
While the camp was free to attend, Harris did ask for donations
offseason break to visit family.
to be made to the Josh Fugate Family Fund. Fugate, an HHS Basketball player, suffered a serious neck injury in a swimming
“These kids look up to you and it’s very special for me to come
accident over the summer. According to Self, he is currently
out and connect with them,” says Harris. “Hopefully, they can
receiving rehab services in Atlanta at the Shepherd Center. All the
learn something from this.”
money collected will go to help pay for his medical expenses.
From ball-handling and dribbling to blocking and shooting,
Before the end of the day-long camp, participants had the
participants were able to gain pointers from a pro.
opportunity to shoot questions at Harris. Many wanted to know what it is like to play in the NBA, while others asked how he got
The year Harris graduated from HHS, he was named Indiana Mr.
to where he is.
Basketball. Harris then went on to play at Michigan State before he was drafted into the NBA in 2014 to play for the Denver Nuggets.
His answer was simple.
“He is a tremendous role model,” says HHS Athletic Director Jim Self. “He was when he was in high school, he was when he was at
“You got to go for it,” Harris said. “It is not going to be easy, but
Michigan State, and now as a pro. Gary Harris has never forgotten
if you work hard each and every day, and really dedicate yourself
where he came from.”
and believe you are going to make it, the sky is the limit.”
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@HSESchools
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NATURE FIRST
The start of school brings an excitement to the Fishers Parks & Recreation office. For the past four years, Chief Naturalist Danesa Stolz gets ready to go back to school each fall. But it’s not in the traditional sense; Stolz leads the one of a kind Nature First program, an award-winning, innovative nature education program in partnership with Hamilton Southeastern Schools.
DID YOU KNOW?
The Nature First program allows every first grader in the HSE school district to visit,
Ritchey Woods is one of only two
explore, and learn about Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve (10410 Hague Road) and the
state designated nature preserves
environment through a combination of curriculum-based activities and hands-on
in Hamilton County, and it boasts
exploration. A total of 75 classes from 12 elementary schools visit Ritchey Woods in both
numerous wooded nature trails for
the spring and fall to experience the changing of seasons while also learning about nature
your next adventure. Learn more at
and environmental stewardship. Stolz also visits each class two times during the school
playfishers.com/RitcheyWoods.
year for lessons in the classroom that are directly tied to state standards and curriculum requirements like science, social studies, language arts, and math.
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SEE NATURE FIRST IN ACTION! Head to playfishers.com/NatureFirst to see a video about the award-winning program.
Along with educational curriculum, the
cooperation and conflict resolution skills,
Nature First program offers children the
self-esteem, problem solving, motivation
chance to explore and learn about nature
to learn, and improved classroom behavior.
in new ways. “The lack of exposure children have to nature is alarming and
New this year, Fishers Parks & Recreation
the consequences are dire. Time and time
is expanding the Nature First program
again, it seems like today’s youth have
to homeschool families. Stolz will host a
less time in nature than any generation
special year-long nature education series
before,” said Stolz.
consisting of four lessons throughout the year. The series will operate similarly to
Nature
First
was
born
from
this
the HSE Nature First model with hands-on
troublesome trend. Stolz often pondered,
lessons both indoors and at Ritchey Woods.
“How can we create a program that exposes as many children as possible to
Through
nature? And then it came to me- partner
experiences, Nature First offers a one of
these
benefits
and
unique
with the schools! I presented the idea to
a kind experiential learning program that
HSE Superintendent Dr. Bourff, and he
impacts Fishers’ youngest residents and
reached out to me the very next day and
the community in a meaningful way. “My
said they were all in.”
favorite part about the program is that it’s become a Fishers tradition of sorts,”
Through this partnership with HSE Schools,
shared Stolz. “Over time, I see every
Nature First is inspiring children to explore
student in the school system, and as the
nature while also helping to develop
years go by I get to continue to share with
key social and intellectual skills. Direct
them the lasting legacy of Ritchey Woods
experience in nature is important to a child’s
and environmental stewardship.”
intellectual, emotional, social, and physical development, and multiple studies have
For more information about Nature First,
found endless benefits to environmental
visit playfishers.com/NatureFirst.
education programs, including increases in
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LET’S WORK TOGETHER TO
KEEP FISHERS BEAUTIFUL
Keep Fishers Beautiful’s fall day of service returns this September for the second year as residents, homeowner’s associations, local businesses, and organizations join together support the vibrancy of our city’s roadways and waterways. This year’s event takes place on Saturday, September 8 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at various locations throughout the community. An extension of the popular spring initiative, the fall event invites the community to help beautify the city by cleaning up litter along paths and roads and teaming up with the White River Alliance for the annual White River Clean Up. There are many ways the community can help Keep Fishers Beautiful this fall: •
ROADWAY PROJECT Volunteers ages 16 and older can help pick up litter and trash along Fishers’ paths and roadways. Corporate and civic volunteer groups are welcome to participate in this great teambuilding experience.
•
WHITE RIVER CLEAN UP The 24th annual White River Clean Up brings together volunteers from Fishers and Carmel to beautify the White River and rid its banks of trash, debris, old tires, and more. The White River Alliance will provide canoes for volunteers on a first come, first served basis.
•
NEIGHBORHOOD BLITZ BOXES Fishers neighborhoods are invited to beautify their common spaces and facades through the Blitz Box program, which includes a small supply of gloves, garbage
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bags, and the use of a 30-yard dumpster. Applications are accepted year-round.
Looking for volunteer opportunities for your business, organization, or
Along with various volunteer opportunities, the City of Fishers is committed to enhancing
yourself? Fishers Parks & Recreation
the community’s neighborhood vibrancy through several matching grant programs. The
relies on volunteers for several
City offers neighborhoods, non-profits, and homeowners the opportunity to receive funds
events and activities throughout the
through Neighborhood Matching Grants, which award funds to established neighborhoods
City. From assisting with AMP After
for beautification and improvement projects, as well as Tree Matching Grants that award
Dark concerts to helping at a small
funds to plants trees and enhance the natural beauty of the community. Applications are
activity, Fishers Parks & Recreation
accepted annually for both grants and are due January 31. A stormwater grant is also available
has
to improve local water quality and drainage function, with applications due in October.
Check out playfishers.com/Volunteer
opportunities
to learn more. Visit playfishers.com/KFB for more information and to learn how you can participate.
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for
everyone.
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO The following items will be accepted during City Recycling Day: • Appliances • Computers and accessories • Gaming systems • Printers, cartridges, and toners • Cell phones • Televisions and VCRs • Stereos and speakers • Power tools • Wiring and metals • Lawn mowers • Workout equipment • All paint types • Liquid acids and bases • Toxic solids • Motor oil • Propane tanks (gas grill size only)
DON’T MISS OUT ON CITY
RECYCLING DAY
• Fire extinguishers • Aerosols • Corrosive liquids • Non-conforming waste (unknowns) • Antifreeze • Pool chemicals
The City of Fishers is gearing up for a month full of ways to help the environment this
• Fluorescent lamp and PCB ballasts
September. Along with the Keep Fishers Beautiful fall day of service on September 8, the
• Medical sharps
City of Fishers Stormwater Utility will host the bi-annual City Recycling Day on Saturday,
• Flammable liquids*
September 29.
• Pesticides/herbicides*
In partnership with Technology Recyclers, Shares Inc., and NuGenesis, the free event will
*Please note that there are limits
take place at Billericay Park (12690 Promise Road) from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. where residents
for flammable liquids, pesticides, and
can recycle their electronics, household items, and household hazardous wastes. Paper
herbicides. For a list of restrictions
recycling and off-site confidential document shredding are also available.
and what items are not accepted, head to playfishers.com/KFB.
Last fall’s event saw huge success with over 1,470 residents stopping by the park to recycle their unused items. As the event becomes more popular each year, the impact on the environment continues to grow, as well. Last fall, over 240,000 pounds (or 120 tons)
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of recyclable waste was collected, including:
Are you interested in finding more • • • •
93 TONS OF MATERIAL IN TOTAL
ways to help out the environment?
Including metals, mowers, bikes, grills, and other miscellaneous items
The Set Roots initiative, created by
PAPER PRODUCTS
Fishers Parks & Recreation along
11,200 pounds of cardboard and 4,200 pounds of paper
with Wasson Nursery, challenges
ELECTRONICS
local businesses and organizations
1,200 televisions and CRT monitors
to pledge to plant a tree in one of
LIQUID PRODUCTS
Fishers’ parks for every 1 - 50,000
3,700 gallons of paint, 300 gallons of used oil, 250 gallons of antifreeze, 235
pieces of paper used in order to
gallons of flammable liquids, 1,100 pounds of batteries, and 2,000 pounds of
help offset paper consumption. Visit
fertilizer and pesticide
playfishers.com/SetRoots to take the pledge and get more information.
To learn more about City Recycling Day, visit playfishers.com/KFB.
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READY TO ROCK RENOVATED NICKEL PLATE DISTRICT AMPHITHEATER GIVES NEW LIFE TO BELOVED COMMUNITY TRADITIONS
WANT TO ENJOY A SHOW AT THE NEWLY RENOVATED NPD AMP? Join us Friday, September 21 for Manchester Orchestra with special guest Van William, presented by 92.3 WTTS. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the shows starts at 8 p.m. For tickets and more information, visit playfishers.com/Tickets.
After months of anticipation, the new Nickel
Plate
District
Amphitheater
is
officially open. The NPD AMP stage hosted popular music acts for Tuesday and Friday night concerts beginning in July, but finishing touches have been in the works over the past few months. The new NPD AMP is more than just a stage, it’s a community destination. Last summer, the venue welcomed 150,000 Fishers residents for local and national performing acts. So what’s all the hype about? For starters, it’s the stage size, sound, and lighting system, according to former Fishers Parks & Recreation Director Tony Elliot. “The layout of the grounds are specially designed and intended to serve a multitude of uses for decades to come,” said Elliot. The previous amphitheater had barely enough room to fit an entire performing
When it came to renovating the NPD AMP,
When an artist finishes a show, they sign
act. With the improvements, the city can
it was important to the City to maintain
the wall backstage. It’s a new way to create
host artists with larger groups and setups,
the legacy of the venue. When asked,
memories, and to look back at the great
including outdoor theater performances.
stage manager Bob McCutcheon made it
performances that have taken place on the
apparent that having a legacy is one of
stage. The stage backdrop features Fishers’
Since its opening in 2012, the Nickel Plate
the most important things in our concert
colors, serving as a reminder of the legacy
District Amphitheater has served as the
series over the summer.
of our community.
the AMP After Dark concert series to the
“In 10 years, I hope that whoever takes
“The inspiration and idea for the design
Fishers Farmers’ Market.
over after me knows how to hold long-
was to create something that would last
lasting friendships,” said McCutcheon. “A
for a generation or more,” said Elliot.
“The goal and hope is that the AMP
few people that I hired have worked for me
“The size of the stage and capability
continues to be a catalyst for downtown
for over 40 years. It’s important to have
of the lights, sound, and grounds will
development, fostering a sense of place and
people around like this, it reminds us we’re
inspire Fishers residents and visitors to
identity for the city of Fishers,” added Elliot.
a community—it’s more than a concert.”
dream big.”
site of popular summer traditions, from
The new amphitheater is designed to be inclusive for all event attendees. The gradual hill towards the back of the grassy lawn allows for better visibility for those sitting in the back. Wider sidewalks allow for easier accessibility, particularly during
heavily
attended
events.
The
renovations also include a new AMP Pavilion with public meeting space that can accommodate up to 46 people. The glass pavilion features restrooms, tables, and natural lighting. On the south side of the pavilion, a newly constructed fountain serves as a community gathering spot. The fountain, measuring 40 feet by 40 feet,
THE GOAL AND HOPE IS THAT THE AMP CONTINUES TO FOSTER A SENSE OF PLACE & IDENTITY FOR THE CITY OF FISHERS. TONY ELLIOT
FORMER Director, Fishers parks & recreation
features seating and 24 water jets.
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FISHERS
FOOD IN REVIEW
WHAT TO ORDER Think Fishers enjoyed the Thai Kitchen Lunch Special with chicken red curry, a salad, rice, and a spring roll (pictured left) accompanied by a bowl of soup and pot of tea (below).
A TASTE OF THAILAND IS FOUND ON THE WESTERN EDGE OF FISHERS
On a drizzly summer afternoon, Think Fishers escaped the rain
The restaurant offers an $8.99 lunch special on weekdays, served
inside the sophisticated interior of Thai Kitchen Restaurant, with a
with your choice of a generously portioned entrée, a spring roll, cup
pot of jasmine tea and a bowl of red curry. The lunchtime hotspot
of soup, and a small salad. The most popular menu items include
was bustling, but the subdued jazz music kept the atmosphere
Pad Thai (rice noodles cooked in a homemade tamarind sauce,
calm and low key.
stir fired with bean sprouts, green onions, egg, and peanuts) and Bangkok Seafood (shrimp, squid, scallops, and mussels in a spicy
Thai Kitchen has been serving authentic Thai cuisine since the
chili sauce with bell peppers, carrots, onions, and basil leaves).
restaurant opened in November 2010. Owner Saowalux Fary says
Think Fishers also speaks highly of the red curry, served with your
all the menu items are family recipes. Her personal favorite? The
choice of meat, bamboo shoots, bell peppers, green beans, and
Pad Kee Mao (Drunken Noodles). The dish features rice noodles
basil leaves.
stir fried in a spicy sauce with egg, mushrooms, green beans, bell peppers, tomatoes, cabbage, carrots, onions, and basil.
On Yelp, Fishers residents sing Thai Kitchen’s praises, with comments such as, “my favorite Thai restaurant in the Indy area”
The expansive menu caters to the visitor, allowing you to pick your
(Carlos C.), “every dish we have had has been fresh and tasty”
choice of chicken, beef, pork, tofu, vegetables, shrimp, squid, or
(Angie M.), and “I was blown away by the ambience, food, service,
mixed seafood for your entrée. You can also select the desired level
and value!” (John C.).
of spiciness for your dish, ranging from mild to Thai hot. Entrées range from Hawaiian Fried Rice (served in a pineapple, no less!)
Perfect for a quick lunch, date night, or just a pot of tea on a rainy
to Volcano Chicken to Pottery Shrimp (baked in a clay pot), and
day, Thai Kitchen brings a taste of Thailand to west Fishers.
everything between. There are also appetizer, soup, salad, noodle, rice, and curry options (mango, anyone?) for every palate. Drink
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options include various hot and iced teas, coffee, juices, soft drinks,
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beer, and an impressive selection of wine.
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THE YEAR OF PARKS Fishers Parks & Recreation has named 2018 “The Year of Parks,” a citywide celebration of the community’s vibrant recreation areas and public greenspaces. To celebrate the City’s parks, Think Fishers is exploring one of 24 different Fishers parks each month in 2018.
BILLERICAY PARK From trails to playgrounds and baseball diamonds, Billericay Park is bustling with activity throughout the year. Located at 126th Street and Promise Road tucked just south of Fishers High School, Billericay Park totals 44 acres of diverse recreation area and truly has something for everyone. A popular spot for youth baseball, park visitors can hear the crack of the bat on one of eight lighted, regulation baseball diamonds. Youth baseball, along with other youth sports, is managed through the 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. The park also features a full concession facility, making a fun evening at the ball park during season and tournament play. Billericay Park is also a popular family destination thanks to the free splash pad that runs from Memorial Day through Labor Day. The park also features three playground areas and 1.75 miles of nature and multi-use trails. The park’s woodland area provides a scenic natural getaway while the perimeter walking trail allows visitors to enjoy ecotherapy in nature. Fishers Parks & Recreation also hosts several activities and events at Billericay Park, including PlayFULL Hours, a popular unstructured playtime for preschoolers and little ones ages 1 to 5, as well as many summer camps during the warmer months. The community building, as well as two park shelters, are available for the public to rent for get-togethers, birthday parties, and more. While visiting, be sure to check out the English phonebooth at the front of the park building that pays homage to Fishers’ sister city, Billericay (pronounced bill-er-ick-ee), England. Billericay Park is open year-round from dawn to dusk. Find more info about S.P.O.R.T.S. on page 16, and learn more about the park at playfishers.com/Billericay.
CHECK IT OUT! Little ones can wind down with activities geared toward creativity and senses at the next PlayFULL Hour on September 21 at Billericay Park. Learn more on page 18.
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THINK FISHERS’ NON-PROFIT GROUP OF THE MONTH
KICKBALL TOURNAMENT GIVES COMMUNITY A CHANCE TO AIM HIGH & ROLL LOW FOR YOUTH ATHLETES IN FISHERS by Beth Lawrence, Development Coordinator, S.P.O.R.T.S. It’s the game you played in your neighbor’s backyard on late
“We believe that participating in sports plays a large role in a
summer nights. It’s nostalgic and it reminds you of your youth.
child’s development. We don’t want the registration fees to prevent
On September 22, Southeastern Program of Recreational Team
children from these opportunities, so we utilize our scholarship
Sports (S.P.O.R.T.S.) will give the community an opportunity to
program for as many eligible families as we can,” stated Spillman.
bring back this nostalgia when it hosts its first annual kickball tournament at Olio Fields, next to the Hamilton Southeastern
With 12 different programs offered during the year, recipients of
High School Campus.
these scholarships can choose from a variety of sports including soccer, cheerleading, baseball, softball, and rugby. In 2017,
KICK FOR S.P.O.R.T.S. will bring together a diverse mix of teams including groups of elementary through high school
S.P.O.R.T.S. awarded 321 scholarships to athletes in Fishers, totaling $32,110.
students, churches, sports leagues, neighbors, city officials, and businesses to compete in a double
“I have four kids who have been a part of
elimination, bracketed kickball tournament.
S.P.O.R.T.S. over the last 15 years,” commented
Teams will choose to participate in one
a recipient. “As a single parent, I am very
of three divisions offered, playing at the
grateful for the scholarship program and
recreational, competitive, or family level.
the opportunities it has given my children to get involved.”
“The
City
of
Fishers
and
Hamilton
Southeastern Schools play an instrumental
KICK FOR S.P.O.R.T.S. games will last three
role in the success of our community,”
innings, approximately a half hour, or five
commented
Scott
Spillman,
Executive
innings, approximately an hour, and begin
Director of S.P.O.R.T.S. “We are excited to
at 9 a.m. Food and drink vendors will be on
engage these groups, and many others who may
site to fuel the fans cheering on their teams and
not be involved in our programs, to play together
the competitors waiting for their next game.
and showcase their competitive spirit.” “We are branding KICK FOR S.P.O.R.T.S. as a flagship fundraising Funds raised during KICK FOR S.P.O.R.T.S. will provide youth
event for our organization,” stated Spillman. “Through this
sport scholarships for underprivileged families in Fishers. These
tournament, our goal is to educate the community on what
scholarships give families access to participate in programs
S.P.O.R.T.S. offers while promoting physical fitness and connecting
offered by S.P.O.R.T.S. for any or all of the fall, winter, and spring
our partners with new audiences.”
seasons during the school year. The money raised from the tournament also allows S.P.O.R.T.S. to provide background checks
More information, including team registration, can be found by
and key training to over 2,000 coaches involved in its leagues.
visiting kickforsports.org. Ready to get your KICK ON?
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SEPTEMBER 2018
SPECIAL EVENTS
COMMUNITY CALENDAR
CONCERTS ON THE CENTRAL GREEN
ART IN CITY HALL
Wednesdays, Now - September 26 | Noon - 1 PM | Central Green
Monday - Friday (excluding holidays) | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM | City Hall
Enjoy a free concert on the Central Green every Wednesday from
In partnership with the Fishers Arts Council, this rotating exhibit
throughout September, weather permitting. Grab and go lunch
invites residents to celebrate art from established and emerging
options will be available to purchase from local businesses.
artists and is open to all.
FISHERS FARMERS’ MARKET presented by IU Health Saxony
WORKOUT WEDNESDAYS powered by The Max Challenge
Saturdays, Now - September 29 | 8 AM - Noon | Nickel Plate District AMP
Wednesdays, Now - September 26 | 9:45 - 10:45 AM | Central Green
This award-winning market features local goods from over 55
Join The Max Challenge for free cardio and interval training.
vendors. Don’t miss the new October Farmers’ Market, running every Saturday during October at Holland Park from 9 a.m. to
MUDSOCK GAME
Noon. Visit playfishers.com/FarmersMarket for more information.
Friday, September 7 | 7 PM | Reynolds Royals Stadium Don’t miss this gridiron rivalry between FHS and HSE High
MOVIES IN THE PARK
Schools. General admission is $5. Find details on page 6.
Fridays, September 14 & 28 | Dusk
SAFETY DAY
Nickel Plate District AMP | Free Bring a blanket and pack a picnic for these free movies that start at dusk. Catch a showing of
Wonder
Coco
Saturday, September 8 | 10 AM - 2 PM | St. Vincent Fishers | Free
on September 14 and
This free event hosted by Fishers Fire & Emergency Services
on September 28. Don’t forget to share your photos
and St. Vincent Hospital welcomes families looking to learn
using #FishersMovies! (Fishers Parks & Recreation offers movies to
about opportunities to improve their overall health and wellness.
meet the interests of a large audience. Parental guidance is suggested
Enjoy live entertainment and demonstrations, delicious food,
for some movies, and are subject to one’s own judgment.)
and opportunities to connect with local organizations.
GLOW IN THE PARK
SCREENAGERS
Saturday, September 15 | 8:30 - 10:30 PM
Monday, September 17 | HSE High School | Info at ymionline.org
Nickel Plate District AMP | Free
Watch a screening of the award-winning documentary Screenagers
Black lights, fog machines, and lasers light up the night as kids
that explores the impact of tech time and the digital world on
and families enjoy glow in the dark fun in the Nickel Plate District,
mental health. For details about the event, visit ymionline.org.
with face painting, a graffiti wall, a live DJ, and a neon splash zone! No registration is required, but parent supervision is.
WOOFSTOCK presented by the Humane Society for Hamilton County Saturday, October 6 | 2 - 6 PM | Nickel Plate District AMP | $5*
SUNRISE HIKES WITH THE DIRECTOR
Indiana’s largest pet and music festival features vendors with
Friday, September 21 | 7 AM | Nickel Plate District (meet at the AMP)
fashionable finds, puppy pedicures, activities for kids, and more!
Begin your day with a sunrise hike with Fishers Parks & Recreation
Don’t miss the Woof It & Hoof It Charity Walk benefiting the Survivor
Director Sarah Sandquist as you connect and engage in meaningful
Program, which provides emergency live-saving medical care for
discussion about Fishers parks. No registration is required.
animals that arrive at HSHC. Learn more at hamiltonhumane.com. *Children 10 and under and military are free (with valid ID).
92.3 WTTS PRESENTS MANCHESTER ORCHESTRA with special guest Van William Fridays, September 21 | 8 PM | Nickel Plate District AMP
PUBLIC MEETINGS
Join us for this special “low dough” show presented by 92.3
To view a list of upcoming meetings and submit community
WTTS. Tickets are just $9.23. Visit playfishers.com/Tickets for
events for publication, visit fishers.in.us/Calendars.
more information.
SEPTEMBER 2018
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PARKS ACTIVITIES
NEW FOR REGISTRATION!
MAYOR’S YOUTH COUNCIL Wednesdays, September - May
REGISTER IN ADVANCE ON THE NEW WEBSITE
The Mayor’s Youth Council is a year-long program providing
Register through the new Fishers Parks & Recreation website
experiences for Junior and Senior high school students in the HSE
(previous users will need to create a new account; accounts
School District to explore local government. Students will get a
on the previous system will not be transferred to the new
behind-the-scenes look at the Fishers Police Department, Fishers
system), by mailing in a completed form with payment, or at the
Fire Department, Fishers Parks & Recreation, and more. Visit
Fishers Parks Office. Head to playfishers.com/HowToRegister
playfishers.com/MayorsYouthCouncil to apply by September 9.
to learn more.
CITY GOVERNMENT ACADEMY
READ THE FUN GUIDE ON PLAYFISHERS.COM
Tuesdays, September - November | 6 - 8 PM | Ages 18+ | Free
For additional info regarding activies and events, check out the
Participants of this award-winning program will learn from City
latest issue of the Fun Guide at playfishers.com/FunGuide.
Departments about the inner workings of the City, including parks & recreation, engineering, public safety, and more. Visit
FISHERS PARKS & RECREATION
playfishers.com/CGA to register by September 13.
11565 Brooks School Road, Fishers, Indiana 46037 (317) 595.3150 | playfishers.com
NEW! TEEN BONFIRE: S’MORES & HAMMOCKS
Open Monday, Wednesday, & Friday | 8:30 AM - 7 PM
Sunday, September 2 | 7 - 9 PM | Ages 13 - 18 | Flat Fork Creek Park | $2
Tuesday & Thursday | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM (excludes holidays)
Bring your friends and hang out at our chill evening complete a bonfire, music, and s’mores. A limited number of hammocks will
GRANDPARENTS DAY
be available to rent. Registration is not required.
Sunday, September 9 | 3 - 6 PM | All Ages | Saxony Beach
FISHERS FREEBIRDS CLUB
Kids and their grandparents can enjoy a fishing workshop on the
First Wednesday of the Month, September 5 - December 5 | 6 PM
beach (no fishing license required), popular hobbies from years’
Ages 50+ | Ambassador House | Free
past, and a tea party at Saxony Hall. Register by September 6.
Calling all empty nesters, or freebirds as we like to call them! This new social club offers residents 50 and better the opportunity
PLAYFULL HOURS: CHILL ZONE
to socialize and get involved in the community. Learn more at
Friday, September 21 | 9 - 11 AM | Ages 1 - 5 | Billericay Park | $3
playfishers.com/FreeBirds. Sponsored by Hamilton Trace, A
Chill out with activities geared toward fine motor skills, creativity,
CarDon Family First Senior Living Community.
and senses that kids of all abilities can enjoy!
TINY TREKKERS: GOING ON A BEAR HUNT
INTERNATIONAL COFFEE DAY MEET-UP
Friday, September 7 | 9 - 11 AM | Ages 1 - 5 | Ritchey Woods | $3
Monday, October 1 | 7 - 9 AM | Ages 50+ | Ambassador House
Children will enjoy a themed hike and touch real animal artifacts
Enjoy a cup of joe with friends at this free social hour. Sponsored by
as they learn about the many varieties of these furry creatures.
Hamilton Trace, A CarDon Family First Senior Living Community.
ALL-ABILITIES NATURE WALKS Nature Walk 1: Saturday, September 8 | 9 - 10:30 AM | Cheeney Creek Nature Walk 2: Thursday, September 13 | 9 - 10:30 AM | Heritage Park
INDY ELEVEN BUS TRIP
All ability levels are invited to enjoy a hike on ADA-accessible
the season at Lucas Oil Stadium. Price includes transportation to
multi-use paths as local bird watcher, Brad Jackson, shows you
and from the stadium and a reserved seat to the game. The bus
how to identify various bird songs and trees, and enjoy parts of
will leave from the Holland Park parking lot at 5:30 p.m. Adult
nature that are often overlooked.
supervision is required, and registration is due by September 28.
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Saturday, October 6 | 5:30 - 10 PM | Ages 5+ | Holland Park | $35/person Cheer on the Indy Eleven soccer team at their last home game of
SEPTEMBER 2018
HAPPENING THIS
SEPTEMBER IN FISHERS
CONCERTS ON THE CENTRAL GREEN
GRANDPARENTS DAY
Now - September 26 | Noon - 1 PM
3 - 6 PM | Saxony Beach
Liberty Plaza on the Central Green
All ages welcome
9.05 Kelly Isenhower
9.19 Doug Henthorn
9.12 Phil Pierle
9.26 Chad Mills
ALL-ABILITIES NATURE WALK WORKOUT WEDNESDAYS powered by The Max Challenge
9 - 10:30 AM | Heritage Park
Now - September 26 | 9:45 - 10:45 AM | Central Green
FISHERS FARMERS’ MARKET
MOVIES IN THE PARK
Now - September 29 | 8 AM - Noon
Dusk | Nickel Plate District AMP
Nickel Plate District AMP
Playing: Disney Pixar’s Coco (2017)
TEEN BONFIRE: S’MORES & HAMMOCKS
GLOW IN THE PARK
7 - 9 PM | Flat Fork Creek Park
8:30 - 10:30 PM | Nickel Plate District AMP
Ages 13 - 18
FISHERS FREEBIRDS CLUB 6 PM | Ambassador House Ages 50+
TINY TREKKERS: GOING ON A BEAR HUNT 9 - 11 AM | Ritchey Woods | Ages 1 - 5
SUNRISE HIKE WITH THE DIRECTOR MUDSOCK FOOTBALL GAME
7 AM | Around the Nickel Plate District
7 PM | Reynolds Royal Stadium | FHS vs. HSE
Meet at the Nickel Plate District AMP
PLAYFULL HOURS: CHILL ZONE 9 - 11 AM | Billericay Park | Ages 1 - 5
ALL-ABILITIES NATURE WALK 9 - 10:30 AM | Cheeney Creek
MOVIES IN THE PARK SAFETY DAY
Dusk | Nickel Plate District AMP
10 AM - 2 PM | St. Vincents Fishers
Playing: Wonder (2017)
SEPTEMBER 2018
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THANK YOU
TO ALL OUR SPONSORS THROUGHOUT THE 2018 CONCERT SEASON
Follow Fishers Parks & Recreation for more information on concerts and other upcoming events!