Benefits of Karate for Your Child
Karate is great for sports!
Karate develops skills that improve performance at other physical activities: skills like BALANCE, COORDINATION, FLEXIBILITY, REFLEXES, and SPEED! Coaches from other sports love players with a martial arts background.
Karate is great for school!
Karate teaches DISCIPLINE, TEAMWORK, SELF-CONTROL, and RESPECT for yourself and for others. Students at Phoenix Rising Karate train in a positive, SAFE, and encouraging environment, giving them the personal skills to interact with others in healthy, respectful ways.
Karate is great for home!
At our dojo, students and teachers are mutually respectful and cooperative, helping children to communicate with CONFIDENCE and RESPECT. We emphasize healthy choices and encourage a balance between work and play. We take pride in reinforcing the values of your home.
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Literacy Experiences How often do you read to your baby or toddler? One of the top difficulties I hear from parents about reading to their child is that their child “isn’t in to books”. That’s OK! What if I told you your child doesn’t have to sit and listen to you reading a story word for word to participate in literacy? Think of reading books as more of an experience for your child. Just as we introduce a new toy or game, we allow the child to play with it and get to know the activity before expecting them to play as intended. The same goes for books! Allow your child the chance to get to know books by exploring them, turning the pages, and discovering it in whatever way your child desires (even with his mouth!). Have a book or two you don’t mind being torn or
chewed on. As your baby is playing with the book, you can be “reading” another book. And by reading, I mean, talking about the pictures, singing songs about something in the story, and using fun voices to engage your child in playful reading. As your child grows, develops, and understands your literacy routine, they’ll begin to interact more and more and will soon be reading to you! Instead of dreading book reading time with your busy tot, think of it as a literacy experience where your child has the opportunity to interact with books in a playful and meaningful way!
Kelli Lynch, MA, LSLS Cert AVEd Lead Early Intervention Specialist St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf
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Parenting Requirements That Work! It is tough to be a parent. My clients who come in for guidance frequently need reassurance that they are utilizing the right techniques with their children. They ask if they should spank, or if time outs really work. They of course are looking for the quickest formula to helping their children grow up to be well-adjusted adults. They want them to make the right decisions and promote a sense of confidence in their child. The good news is that most children will respond to any type of parenting technique as long as it is delivered with consistency, conviction and confidence. Although it is important to customize the appropriate response in parenting; it is more important to follow the 3 C’s of parenting. As most parents can guess, consistency is the most important factor in getting a child to comply with your wishes. If you ask them to do something and they don’t comply, set up a consequence that matches the misbehavior. Many well-meaning parents will throw up their hands when the child repeatedly ignores their request or breaks the rule again. Parents will think that the consequence didn’t work, and they will look for other alternatives to get the child to comply with the rule. Remember it takes 28 days to develop a good habit, so if you give into them ...you will have to start all over with your expectations. The second life skill is conviction. Once you have set forth a rule—don’t waver! Remember the commercial for the antiperspirant ‘don’t ever let them see you sweat’. The same applies to parenting. If children see you backing off or changing your mind, they will make it their mission to convince you that their way is better. Therefore, it is imperative that once you make a decision—deliver it
with conviction! No need to further their hopes by discussing (for the hundredth time) why you have made your decision. Repeat your explanation one time and then walk away. No matter how loud they get or how much they want to discuss the issue---disengage! The last life skill is to stay confident. Parenting is tough. Carol Juergensen Sheets No two children are the same. I have worked with thousands of families and children and I frequently see parents that don’t know their own value. If I were to ask you to list 25 strengths that you possess as a parent, could you do it? You have to know your own strengths so that you operate from them. Spend a little time and list your positive parenting qualities. Are you loving, caring, determined or encouraging? Keep them close to review them when YOU need a little confidence. If you have a history of giving in intermittently, the child has unconsciously learned that they have the power. This invariably leads to a power struggle, and we know how tiring that can be. Children have WAY more energy to struggle than parents, so it’s important to stay out of the power struggle by disengaging from the child. If you stay connected to your confidence, it will send the child the message that you are in control. Kids need to know that you are in control. It gives them the security to move toward healthier behaviors and decisions. No matter how hard they try to manipulate you, invest in the 3 C's and watch the transformation for both you and the kids!
Carol Juergensen Sheets LCSW PCC is a psychotherapist and personal life coach. She does motivational speaking and empowerment trainings locally and nationally. To find out more about her services--contact her at www.carolthecoach.com or call her at 317-218-3479.
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Monday Thru Sunday Multiple Days Steak N Shake all Indianapolis locations Kid Eats Free with a 9.00 purchase Main Event Geist Location Monday through Thursday 5 to 8 Free kids meal with paid adult meal 317 336-3500 Jim Dandy Family Restaurant Kids’ 5 and under eat free 2301 Conner St.773-3288 Noblesville PaPa Roux 8950 E. 10th Indy 603-9861 Nightly after 4 Perkins 250 Noble Creek Dr. Noblesville Tuesday 4 to close 776-2800 Barley Island Brewing Co. 630 Conner St. Noblesville 770-5280 Wednesday/Thursday evenings The Original Pancake House 3 Free Pancakes for children 7 and under with adult entrée purchase Monday through Sunday at Noblesville, Fishers, and Indianaopolis locations Tucanos Brazilian Grill Noblesville Kids 6 and younger eat free everyday. 770-6988 Chef Mikes Charcoal Grill 102 Woodland Dr Indy Kids 5 and Younger eat for 99 cents All Indianapolis area MCL Cafeteria Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday all day 2 kids meals free with adult entre Fresh to Order Saturday and Monday all day Hamilton Town Ct Noblesville and Castleton Indianapolis Free Kids Meal with Adult entre. Monday Chick Fil-A 3360 W. 86th St. The Pyramids, Indy 871-5330 Mexico City Grill Emerson Ave Indy . Free kids meal with adult meal. 884-4901 Roscoe’s Taco’s Greenwood Kids meal free with Minimum $6 adult meal. Castlers Kitchen and Bar 11501 Geist Pavilion Dr. 596-9810 Fishers 5-9 Culvers Kids Night Fishers 96th St Every Monday, 5:30-8:30 pm and Indy 71st and Georgetown – Every Monday, 5:30 – 8:30 pm Tuesday All area Fazoli’s 99cent Kids meals Tuesday evenings 5-8 call for details. MacKenzie River Pizza Carmel and 82nd St Castleton 564-4211 and 288-0609 Scotty’s Brewhouse 3905 E. 96th Street Indianapolis, IN & 1 Virginia Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46204 CR Heroes 10570 E. 96th St. Fishers 576-1070 5-p Face Painting & Balloon Animals Cancun 6714 E 82nd St, Indianapolis 578-7054 Culvers Kids Night Indy 96th Street – Every Tuesday, 5:30 – 8:30 pm and Greenfield – Every Tuesday, 5:30 – 8:30 pm Face Painting Balloons and Clowns Chick Fil A Noblesville Family Night First Tuesday of each Month from 5-8pm 773-4100 Chick Fil A Carmel 14647 US 31 North Family Night each Tuesday from 5-8pm 815-9465 Hellas Café 8501 Westfield Blvd 317 257-6211 Entertainment by Sunny From Clowns etc. Joe’s Shelby St. Diner Indy 783-9590 10-01 Food & Drink Broadripple Kids Eat Free Tuesday with purcahse of adult meal. Call for Details Cheese Burger In Paradise South Indy 883-4386 Aspen Creek Grill 13489 Tegler Dr, Noblesville, IN 46060 Every Tuesday 4-8 Kids Meals 1.99 Balloons and Face Painting 14
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Friday Illinois Street Food Emporium Indy Free kids meal with each adult meal 4 to close Skyline Chili Indy Locations Kids meal 99 cents 5 to close. Saturday Indianapolis Indianas Victory Field Kids Eat Free with at least an $8 purchase. Sunday Michaelangelo’s 550 Westfield Rd. Noblesville Kids Eat Free 773-6066 Scotty’s Brewhouse 3905 E. 96th Street Indianapolis, IN & 1 Virginia Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46204 Granite City Food and Brewery 150 W. 96th St Carmel 218-7185 5-9 Magician 5-8 Grindstone Charley’s Rockville Rd and Crawfordsville Rd’s Indy 243-8760 and 481-1870 Rock Star Pizza 922 E. Main St. Brownsburg 858-1188 all day dine in Only Indianapolis Indians Kids Eat Free Sundays: Children 14 & under receive a voucher good for a hot dog, bag of chips & bottle of water with price of admission. Books and Brews 9402 Upton Dr Suite 1400 Free Kids meal w/ Adult Purchase Grand Junction Brewing Westfield Free kids Meal with Adult Meal (Please call ahead to verify details)
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Access Behavioral Solutions is making ABA services available by bringing the therapy to you- in your home, in your community, or in the clinic.
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7901 E. 88th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46256 The Applied Behavior Center for Autism is Indiana's longest running ABA provider. With over 20 years of service, ABC is building brighter futures every day. Each of our center offers unique attributes that allows us to provide high quality treatment to children and teens with autism spectrum disorder. With locations in Greenwood, Carmel, Castleton, Terre Haute, Richmond, and West Indianapolis we offer ABA therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, diagnostic testing, special needs swim lessons, and so much more! We are now enrolling for part-time and full-time schedules. Find us on social @ABCforAutism to learn more.
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The Indiana Institute for Behavior Analysis is a faith based organization. Founded in 2011, our employees are dedicated professionals and we provide the highest quality of ABA Therapy services.
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April 28 – August 28 Summer Concert Series at Farm Bureau
Insurance Lawn at White River State Park. Visit https://www.whiteriverstatepark.org/ venue/farm-bureau-insurance-lawn-at-whiteriver-state-park/ for the concert schedule.
May 13 – August 26 Kids Eat Free Sundays with the Indianapolis Indians at Victory Field located in White River State Park. Kids Eat Free Sundays at Victory Field are perfect for families. All children 14 and under receive a voucher for a free hot dog, a bag of chips and a bottle of water with the price of admission. Vouchers can be picked up behind section 108. Plus, members of the Knot Hole Kids Club also get the opportunity to run the bases after every Sunday home game (weather permitting).
July 10 – September 3 Butterfly Kaleidoscope at Indianapolis Zoo
located in White River State Park. Immerse yourself in the beauty of butterflies as these wonderful winged insects return to The Hilbert Conservatory. A dazzling array of colors will fill every corner of the conservatory in this brand new show. A breathtaking mobile of giant proportions will twirl overhead as a rainbow of light shimmers in through stained glass panels. As you walk through the warm, aromatic indoor garden, 40 species of butterflies will flit nearby -- and one might even land on you! Each day, hundreds of new butterflies will be released from the chamber with about 13,000 released during the season.
July 10 – November 25 DC Super Heroes at The Children's Museum
of Indianapolis. Earth needs more Super Heroes. Will YOU answer the call? In DC Super Heroes™: Discover Your Superpowers, you can work alongside your favorite super heroes to find clues, complete missions, and defeat villains, all while finding the superhero in YOU! Save the city, vie with villains, and work as a team to restore order across the DC Universe!
July 19 – August 26 A Beef & Boards: Million Dollar Quartet
This Tony Award winning musical takes place on December 4, 1956, when an extraordinary twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever. www.beefandboards.com 18
August 2 – August 5 Gen Con - The Best Four Days in Gaming
at Indiana Convention Center & Lucas Oil Stadium. Gen Con Indy is the original, longestrunning, best-attended, gaming convention in the world. With thousands of events, a costume contest, film festival, anime, Authors' Avenue, art show, and more, Gen Con is a can't-miss event.
August 3 – August 19 Indiana State Fair at Indiana State
Fairgrounds. Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, circus lovers from around the world! You are hereby invited to be spectacularly amazed and delightfully entertained at the GREATEST showcase of agriculture and entertainment. The Indiana State Fair is held for 17 days each summer, yet it lives for generations in the memories of families who experience it together. Over 750,000 people visit the Indiana State Fair each year for family fun, rides and games, barnyard animals, fabulous fair food,and the Indiana Beer Wine & Spirits expo. New to the 2018 Indiana State Fair, we’re bringing you a single-ring, world-class circus! Located on the north side of the fairgrounds, there will be 3 free shows per day showcasing a variety of world-famous performers, including Bello Nock, the International Circus Superstar! Seating is first come, first served, and there is a 1,600 seat capacity.
August 9 – August 12 Broad Ripple Carnival at Broad Ripple Village
Association. Celebrate Broad Ripple Village and Broad Ripple Park with a four-day festival featuring carnival rides and games, food and drink, a craft beer garden, live entertainment and community booths. A history exhibit provided by Broad Ripple Gazette will be on display and Saturday will feature an artisan and vintage market. Admission to the festival is free! The event is rain or shine.
Friday, August 10, 6:00 – 10:00pm After Dark: All Star at the Children’s
Museum. Experience The Children’s Museum after dark! The award-winning After Dark event series is exclusively for adults 21 and older and occurs after the museum closes to visitors. Grab a drink, mingle, and explore! This After Dark is going to be LEGENDARY! Come kick it for our first annual Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience After Dark! Join us for an evening of indoor/outdoor fun—
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minus the kids! For this event, enjoy TWO FREE adult beverages and activities in the After Dark beer garden tent from 6-8 p.m. plus access to the sports experience during regular visiting hours. At 8 p.m., the sports experience closes to our pint-size visitors, so you can party under the stadium lights!
Saturday, August 19, 5:00pm Bike Carmel - Ride, Dine, and Dance at
Carmel Arts & Design District. Includes a slow roll social ride (8-10 miles with multiple stops; on paths & trails). Ride rolls out at 6:30 pm.
August 24 – August 26 Indianapolis Greek Festival at Holy Trinity
Greek Orthodox Church. Try authentic Greek cuisine, Greek wines, and fresh pastries, many of which are only available once a year at GreekFest. Visit the open marketplace and bookstore, enjoy live Greek music, Church tours, dance performances, children's activities, and more.
Saturday, August 25, 8:00am Finish on the 50 at the Colts 5K at Lucas
of Lucas Oil Stadium, and then experience the thrill of NFL football when you finish at the 50-Yard-Line! All participants will receive an exclusive Colts 5K t-shirt and commemorative medal. Kids also have the opportunity to enjoy the thrill of the 50-yard-line and receive an exclusive Colts 5K t-shirt by participating in the Kid’s PLAY 60 Fun Run. NEW THIS YEAR: Each Colts 5K and Fun Run Registration will include a Colts Preseason Game Ticket!
October 20 – November 17 Beef & Boards presents “Rapunzel” From
the Emmy-winning team behind the mega-hit television series, "Friends," comes RAPUNZEL. A familiar tale with a fantastic new spin, it has all of the charm that you'd expect from the minds that have been making the world laugh non-stop for more than two decades.
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