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Indy Parks Prepares for Summer Indy Parks is getting ready to unveil its summer offerings knowing that this summer will look much different than previous years. With the

Indy Parks is asking – at all of their facilities – for residents to follow social distancing and CDC recommended guidelines.

COVID-19 pandemic, Indy Parks’ summer plans are still being evaluated with state, city, and health department officials, keeping in mind safety guidelines to ensure the health and well-being of park visitors and employees. Pools, day camps, summer concerts, and other amenities will be included in upcoming announcements.

To protect the health and safety of park users, Indy Parks encourages residents to:

Currently, staff is making calls to parents and guardians who have already signed up for day camps to discuss options. And, park managers are finalizing plans for their facilities, programs, and other amenities with the same safety measures in mind. In early June, Indy Parks could offer additional day camp registration options.

• Avoid group or team activities.

Parks, trails and outdoor spaces are open for residents to enjoy. Eagle Creek Park, the Garfield Park Sunken Garden, and Blake’s Garden have also recently reopened. Eagle Creek Park will remain open daily from 7 a.m.-8:30 p.m. And, the park’s gates will be staffed for admission payment or membership card entry. Contract vendors within the park will also begin the reopening process in early June (check individual businesses for hours and services).

• Practice social distancing of 6 feet from other persons at all times. • Do not use parks or trails if you are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms or if you are sick.

• Do not use closed or restricted amenities until further notice. • Stay away from crowded areas. Find another park or less crowded area to visit. Indy Parks is continuing its free meal program, which has served more than 50,000 meals since March 16. The meal program is available for residents and their families on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at designated parks and other locations around the city. To learn more about Indy Parks, free meal options, and available amenities, contact the Customer Service Center at (317) 327-PARK or email IndyParksCS@indy.gov.

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WORDS BY KIMBERLY HARMS ROBINSON, THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF INDIANAPOLIS

When Your Child is Stressed Because of Self-quarantine It’s common for kids to be afraid of things they don’t understand, especially if that “thing” is a disease that shut down the entire country. It doesn’t matter if the immediate threat seems distant — it will live a long time in the mind of a child. Medical professionals say that the best thing parents can do to help ease fear and stress within the family is to be honest with your little ones and have age-appropriate conversations. That way, they have a general knowledge that helps them understand why they have to wash their hands all the time or why they can’t play with their friends.

“Kids are a lot more savvy than we give them credit for,” says Becky Dixon, MD, a Riley Children’s Health pediatric hospitalist. “They’re experiencing a lot of what adults are experiencing. This is magnified for kids who already have high anxiety.” To ease these challenges, Dixon says it’s important that parents don’t ignore or minimize the fear. “All people feel some relief from expressing their fear or anxieties,” she says. “So, get it out in the open. Ask open-ended questions:

we can’t have some of the normal closures, such as seeing families in the hospital or at funerals,” Dixon says. “We need to give them time to grieve and express themselves. Revisit happy memories by talking about them or look through photo albums and scrapbooks. It can even be a verbal journal.”

What are you worried about? What do you think is great about homeschooling and what worries you about this time? If open-ended questions don’t resolve the situation, it’s a good time to contact the child’s doctor.” Doctors say that sometimes the fear manifests itself in other ways, such as inability to sleep. Dixon suggests that families try things to help with sleep hygiene. “Go to sleep at the same time and get up at same time each day,” she says. “Also, get some sort of physical activity. It’s really tempting to stay inside all day. Instead, go for a walk, play in the front yard, just spend time outside. Avoid screen time at least an hour before bed. Shower, brush teeth and read a story — keep the same routine and schedule.”

Consistency is key, especially for children who have ADHD or other behavioral challenges. “Keep those tools that have already been laid down,” Dixon says. “If they’re on medications, now’s a good time to talk to your physician to see if meds should change. Do not take time off from your prescriptions.” Dixon adds that there are non-prescription ways to help too, such as a bouncy ball they can sit on, or a piece of Velcro attached to the desk that occupies that part of the brain that prevents them from focusing. Some families also choose meditation, coloring and other activities to help them focus on the positive. For some, the emotional challenges can be compounded with the death of a loved one. “It can be even worse now because COVID-19 has made it such that

For some children, their worry might be about a birthday party being canceled. In those instances, look for creative ways to celebrate. Some families host drive-by parties, while others do video conference calls so their kiddos can see family and friends and know they are OK. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis hosts themed virtual birthday parties. The first one was an 80s-themed dance party; future parties will include various themes, such as disco or country western.

The bottom line: Try to keep as much consistency as possible, and find creative ways to replace the things we can no longer do and make the new ways seem like a fun adventure. When you feel it’s safe for your family to get back out there into the community, it’s important for them to go to familiar places that bring them joy, like The Children’s Museum, and places where they can release all that pent-up energy, like Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience.

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Kids’ Voice Celebrates 35 Years of Service in Indiana children in these vulnerable situations,” says volunteer Guardian ad Litem Maria Larrison.

“Kids’ Voice is where my heart is,” says Eddie Rivers, chief development officer of Kids’ Voice of Indiana, an organization focused on serving children in the Indianapolis community through its three main programs. Rivers first became involved with the organization, which was founded in 1985, as a client through the Bette J. Dick Guardian ad Litem Program for Kids. The Guardian ad Litem (GAL) Program allows Marion County judges and judicial officers to appoint Kids’ Voice on cases in Marion Superior Courts, Civil Division and Probate Division, and the Marion Circuit Court, Paternity Division in order to serve the best interests of a child or children in that case. The result, aptly, is giving the children served a voice. “For me, its certainly putting a voice for the kid into the court system, but really it’s a chance. Many of these kids don’t have a chance if they don’t have a voice,” says Kory Futa, a member of the board of directors. The program has continuously served over 200 children annually for the last 20 years. This year, Kids’ Voice is celebrating its service in Indiana for 35 years, which has expanded greatly since 1985. Although its GAL program is its most well-known program, the organization also serves the community through two other programs: the Derelle WatsonDuvall Children’s Law Center of Indiana and the Jenny Miller Safe

Child Parenting Time Program. The Derelle Watson-Duvall Children’s Law Center of Indiana is tasked with serving attorneys, judicial officers, child service providers, and the general public through education and training about family law in the state of Indiana. The Jenny Miller Safe Child Parenting Time Program provides supervised court ordered visitation between children and their non-custodial parent in a neutral, safe environment. Through these three programs, Kids’ Voice is able to realize its mission to advocate, educate and protect. Kids’ Voice also provides an opportunity in the community for individuals to make a difference by becoming a volunteer Guardian ad Litem to a vulnerable child.

“We’re in need of volunteers and supporters now more than ever,” says Lindsay Scott, current president and CEO of Kids’ Voice. Although Kids’ Voice has experienced much success in representing the best interests of children in the Indianapolis community, the COVID-19 pandemic has presented new challenges for the organization. “The pandemic has brought a host of issues to the surface for families,” Scott says. With the stay-at-home order put in place in Indiana, issues of family conflict, child abuse and neglect and domestic violence have been exasperated. On the other side of the pandemic, Kids’ Voice expects an influx of families and children in need of its services.

Currently, Kids’ Voice has nearly 300 active volunteers, including law students, attorneys and lay individuals. However, there is always a need for volunteer Guardians ad Litem to help best serve the interests of children in the Indianapolis community. “As a volunteer Guardian ad Litem, I am able to be a voice for those

“We, as an organization, are still finding novel ways to serve our community during this time,” Scott says. Kids’ Voice has created a resource page addressing family law issues that may arise during the pandemic that is free and accessible through its website at kidsvoicein. org/community-resources/ coronavirus-covid-19community-resources. For more information about how you can become a kid’s voice by as a volunteer Guardian ad Litem or to find other ways to help Kids’ Voice, visit kidsvoicein.org/getinvolved.

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How to Keep Reading with Local Libraries this Summer Keep “COVID-19 Slide” at bay with your local library’s summer programming. We’ve all heard of the dreaded “summer slide,” when a child loses some of the academic ground he or she gained throughout the school year during the summer months. Now we’re hearing of “COVID-19 slide,” which is the same idea, but with a spicy side of global pandemic. To help Hoosiers keep their minds sharp this summer, the Indianapolis Public Library and Carmel Clay Public Library will be substituting their normal in-person summer programming with a range of virtual programming.

Indianapolis Public Library To serve kids of every reading ability better, the Indianapolis Public Library already had plans to revamp their summer reading program, even before COVID-19 happened. Doing away with counting how many books a child reads, kids can now earn points and prizes this summer based on how many minutes they read instead. “There’s research out there that says kids should read 20 minutes a day to prevent summer slide,” says Sharon Bernhardt, an IPL librarian. “So this summer, we’re counting how many minutes kids read, not how many books they read.”

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With a top goal of reading 10 hours this summer, kids can earn prizes along the way by tracking their reading minutes right at home with a mobile app called Beanstack. For people who may not have access to the app, library branch phone lines will remain open for folks to call in, sign up and track their reading hours with a librarian. Kids who are not quite at reading level yet will also be able to qualify for prizes through a variety of activities that you can find on their website. Prizes this summer include a brand new bicycle at every branch, toys, movie and museum tickets, and more. All are encouraged to participate in this summer’s reading program, June 1-August 1. At the time this article is being written, IPL is in the process of sorting out virtual summer programming and curbside book pickup service. In the meantime, the library has expanded their digital services, for kids and adults alike. Learn more at indypl.org.

Carmel Clay Public Library To stay ahead of the changes that we will undoubtedly continue to experience, Carmel Clay Public Library is working hard to make all of their programming virtual through the end of the year. Beginning June 1, they will also be transitioning their summer reading program over to the Beanstack app to make it accessible from anywhere, and the prize system looks a little different than it usually does.

This year, rather than receiving personal prizes, readers who participate in the program will earn food donations for the Carmel Summer Meals Program, an initiative of the Carmel Youth Assistance Program to help provide sustenance for families throughout the summer. In addition to helping their community in this way, the Carmel library has committed to erasing any overdue library fines for everyone who signs up to participate in the summer program. And yes, adults can also participate!

CHAPTER BOOKS/ MIDDLE GRADE Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid by Jeff Kinney Other Words for Home by Jasmine Warga My Jasper June by Laurel Snyder

GRAPHIC NOVELS Dog Man: Fetch 22 by Dav Pilkey New Kid by Jerry Craft

Doing their part to stir up a love of reading while taking care of their community, the Carmel Clay Public Library hopes Hoosiers will get lost in a few books for a good cause this summer. Learn more at carmelclaylibrary.org.

White Bird: A Wonder Story by R.J. Palacio

Summer Reading List Suggestions

Crayon Man: The True Story of the Invention of Crayola Crayons by Natascha Biebow

PICTURE BOOKS

Wheels of Change: How Women Rode the Bicycle to Freedom by Sue Macy

Bear Came Along by Richard Morris Hair Love by Matthew Cherry Just Ask!: Be Different, Be Brave, Be You by Sonia Sotomayor

EARLY READERS Chick and Brain: Smell My Foot! by Cece Bell Harold & Hog Pretend for Real by Dan Santat Grumpy Monkey by Suzanne Lang

NON-FICTION Dancing Hands: How Teresa Carreño Played the Piano for President Lincoln by Margarita Engle

TEEN Dig by A.S. King They Called Us Enemy by George Takei The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo

HIDDEN GEMS

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Holcomb Gardens Butler University’s Holcomb Gardens is an enchanting 20-acre setting composed of towering trees, trails, bridges and native flora. The gardens are tucked between Butler University’s campus and the historic Indianapolis Central Canal. In the middle of the gardens is a 500-foot-long grass mall perfect for flying kites or having a picnic. The gardens have been around since 1950. I have many fond memories of visiting the gardens while my mom attended classes at Butler in the 1980s. Being on a college campus is thrilling enough for a kid, but walking over the tiny foot-bridge that spans the koi pond behind Clowes Hall was simply heavenly. On a spring day, when the windows were open at the School of Music, the students’ notes would marry with the sounds of nature to create a symphony like none other.

For many years, I thought that Holcomb Gardens was just about the gardens. And that really was enough for me. It wasn’t until recently that I discovered a foot path through the woods that led to Holcomb Observatory. The observatory is one of the largest public observatories in the world. Inside of it is a 38-inch Cassegrain reflector along with many smaller telescopes. There is also a fullydigital planetarium. Currently, the observatory is closed due to the ongoing impact of the coronavirus. But generally, it is open when school is in session, and it is run by students.

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WORDS BY KATE FISCH LCSW, FOUNDER AND PSYCHOTHERAPIST, NORTHSIDE MENTAL HEALTH

A New Normal It was during a moment of hopefulness last week that I first sat down to think about writing this piece. The weather was finally turning a bit and the sun was out, and most of all, the end of our stay-athome order was a shining light of relief just a few days ahead. I decided to write about all of the things we have learned about parenting and time at home with our children while in quarantine. As a therapist, I was still seeing clients most days (virtually, of course) while my children were home with our childcare provider, so personally, I didn’t feel as if I could speak to the full quarantine experience of my parent peers. So, I reached out to my circle of parent friends to hear about their stay-at-home experiences, what they’ve learned about themselves as parents, and what lessons they plan to take with them as we return to a normal life. The responses were overwhelming, and so beautiful. They were full of gratitude for health and also for the opportunity to better know our children. Almost all the responses included a desire to not return our families to the over-scheduled, “do your homework in the car,” “got to get to practice on time,” extra-curricular chaos that was our pre-pandemic lives. As one mom described about her family’s change in daily rhythm: “less doing, more being.” Another theme that emerged was a more substantial sense of cohesiveness within the family unit. Parents wrote about their kids helping out more with chores and household responsibilities. Kids have been more involved in cooking and

meal planning, creating their own ideas about how they’d like to spend their days, and turning to their siblings for companionship and play rather than relying on pre-planned playdates. It seems the pull of commitments outside of the immediate family might have been diluting the strength of our family’s internal bond. There was certainly an overwhelming sentiment among parent’s responses that facilitating learning at home for their children has been the least enjoyed aspect. In spite of this, though, one parent shared about a benefit of quarantine and e-learning. She wrote about the opportunity to better understand each of her children’s learning style as well as their strengths and struggles in school. She shared that knowing how her children ingest and comprehend the information helps her know when to push a little more and when step back and redirect; clearly, an insight that will help her be a better parent in more areas of her children’s lives beyond just education. Most likely, right now, this is the new normal. We cannot view this as a moment in time, full of lessons we casually hope to continue after quarantine ends. Rather, this is a wake-up call! An alarm that maybe our family connection had fallen off the rails a bit. So, as we continue to move forward, one day at a time, into this unknown new “normal,” remember to hold on tightly to this precious information, for our “normal” will never be as predictable as the love we have for our family.

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THE D O CTO R IS ( V I R T U A L LY ) I N When should you use a virtual doctor’s visit for your child? WORDS BY NICOLE SIPE

irtual doctor visits have grown in popularity, spurred mostly by the stay-at-home orders that were issued to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Even during a pandemic, people still need access to basic medical care, and online doctor visits allow patients to receive medical care and advice from the comfort and safety of their home, without having to visit a doctor’s office.

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“During this global COVID-19 pandemic, telehealth is a safe and convenient way to bridge the gap between patients and healthcare providers,” says Dr. Suzanne Grannan, a pediatrician and physician executive with Community Health Network. “This valuable tool enables patients to stay at home and receive the care that they need without entering medical facilities, minimizing their risk of either spreading or contracting the virus.” But how does virtual care work for children, and how do you know when a telehealth visit is right for your child’s particular situation? We asked the experts.

W H E N TO US E V I R T UA L V I S I T S Grannan says that virtual doctor visits can be an appropriate option to assess a child's symptoms caused by many common illnesses, including allergies, cold symptoms, fever, pink eye, digestive problems, insect bites and rashes, as well as chronic conditions, such as asthma, ADHD and seizures. To find out whether a virtual visit is the right choice for your child’s condition, start by calling your child’s doctor’s office with your concerns. “Once the problem has been identified and discussed, the appropriate type of care can be given,” says Dr. Paul Halter, a pediatrician with Hancock Regional Hospital. “In many cases, a nurse may be able to address a parents’ questions without the need to speak directly to the physician. However, office staff is very adept at identifying when a problem needs to be addressed more thoroughly. At that point, the parent will be advised on whether a virtual visit is appropriate or whether an in-office visit is the right way to go.”

information can be gained just by observing a child playing on the examination table or sitting on a parent’s lap.”

H OW TO PR E PA R E FO R A V I R T UA L DOC TO R’S V IS I T Just like with an in-person visit, it’s good to be prepared for your video visit. Grannan offers these tips:

+ Know how to log in or initiate the telehealth visit before your appointment time.

+ Enable the microphone, speaker and camera on your device ahead of time to make sure they work.

+ Have your child with you in a well-lit room that is quiet and free from distractions, if possible.

+ Make a list of your child's symptoms, including how long they

W H E N TO V IS I T T H E O F F I C E As convenient as virtual visits are, there are times when an in-person doctor visit is necessary.

have occurred, how severe they are, and whether they are getting better, worse or staying the same.

+ Make a list of all medications your child takes, the doses and how often.

“Based on the recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatrics, all well-child visits should occur in-person whenever possible,” says Dr. Aileen Puno, a pediatrician with Franciscan Physician Network. “In-person well-child visits are important to keep children and teens up-to-date with their immunizations and avert the outbreak of vaccine-preventable illnesses. If an in-person visit is not possible for the child, the visit may be initiated virtually, with the recognition that some elements of the well exam must be completed in-person at a later time.” And obviously, not every illness or condition can be evaluated over video. “Sometimes, we will ask a patient to be brought to the office so that an ear can be looked at or lungs can be listened to,” Halter says. “Even more valuable is simply the opportunity to have a face-to-face conversation in an examination room. It is incredible how much

+ Note any changes in your child's behavior, mood or activity level. + Write down any questions that you want to ask so you don't forget them.

+ Have some key tools available, including a thermometer, flashlight (to look at your child's throat) and your child's weight.

In general, an in-person pediatrician visit will almost always be better than a virtual visit for children, because doctors are able to do a complete physical exam in person, Puno says. But virtual visits do have their place. “The goal of telehealth is to improve access for patients, increase convenience for patients, and to continue to manage acute and chronic conditions while complying with stay-at-home orders,” Puno says.

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small businesses taking

BIG STEPS

COVID-19 may have forced things to shut down, but the Hoosier spirit is still very high.

HE WORLD AS WE’VE KNOWN IT CAME TO A SCREECHING HALT OVER THE PAST COUPLE OF MONTHS. PARENTS SUDDENLY BECAME HOMESCHOOL TEACHERS AND BUSINESS OWNERS WERE FORCED TO FIGURE OUT HOW TO KEEP THE LIGHTS ON WITHOUT CUSTOMERS IN THEIR STORES.

But if tough times teach us anything, it’s that Hoosiers are a crafty and resilient bunch.

Gymboree Mike Shultz We have been serving children and their parents for 25 years. We have been through a lot over the years and through good times and bad, we have always found special ways to keep in touch with our families. During this trial, we have been posting simple 10-minute segments for the children. Yesterday we had a drive through "Smile and Wave." We even had a "Gymbo Drive By" contest. I think a client said it best yesterday. “One thing this has taught us is to understand what is important in life and to let go of what is not.”

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We reached out to Indianapolis-area businesses to learn how they pivoted their business and remained connected to the community during this difficult time. Below are excerpts from our coversations. Read the complete story here: indyschild.com/smallbusiness-quotes/.

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Hillary Blake To me community means using your personal gifts and strengths to help others. I have seen the power of community more than ever in the past two months. In our own studio I’ve seen teachers go out of their way to help others who are not as comfortable with technology so that students can continue to receive quality music instruction [online].

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DeVeau’s School of Gymnastics

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At the Art Center, community means a limitless source of inspiration. Outside of hosting artistic resources on our website and showcasing creativity across social media platforms, we are excited to be transitioning into offering interactive online camps and classes. This will allow us to deliver high-quality art education right to your homes while continuing to connect with our community, and beyond.

At DeVeau’s, community means family. Our families’ safety and wellbeing are always are first priority, and that philosophy is unwavering. We have transported our facility into an online community. We are more connected to our DeVeau’s families than ever before and are committed to maintaining structure and normalcy for our students, which is something children need more than ever before. We cannot wait to see all of our DeVeau’s families back in the gym!

Northside Mental Health Kate Fisch, LCSW At Northside Mental Health, we look forward to helping our clients navigate their lives as we all discover what the "new normal" looks like. Our commitment to our clients has grown even deeper roots through this crisis and we welcome the opportunity to provide ongoing support.

Indianapolis Colts Steve Campbell The mission of the Indianapolis Colts is to entertain, inspire and unite and we are drawn to it even more during challenging times like these. We all look forward to the day when we beat this virus, and people and communities across Indiana can get back to normal life and activities. We also can’t wait to welcome fans back into

Lucas Oil Stadium for many safe, fun and entertaining afternoons of Colts football!"

Puccini's Pizza & Pasta Don Main Puccini's Pizza & Pasta has been part of the Indy community for three decades. We've always considered it important to serve the community in a holistic sense. And we treat our employees with respect, because we need people to feel good when they're working. Obviously, this crisis has put pressure on us. We had different options in terms of how to handle it. And we decided to keep our locations open, because people need to eat and our employees wanted to keep working. So, we enhanced our safety procedures for carryout, added curbside pickup and expanded our delivery options. We kept feeding people, and that's what makes us feel good!

NinjaZone Megan Noel As a gymnastics and ninja facility, we had to pivot quickly and get all of our programming online. Our coaches and parents were amazingly flexible during this transition to virtual classes. We were also able to collaborate with

some community members to create on-demand video content on AmazingKids360.com. We are immensely grateful for our wonderful local community. You rock, Indy!

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support to keep our most vulnerable community members safe, fed, and housed. I provide my clients with a list of organizations to choose from. A great deal of consideration went into making the list and I look forward to continuing to support the Indianapolis community.

Andrew Joseph Community to me is everyone we interact with on a personal basis. What makes a community to me are all the essential workers out there that not only make our way of lives possible but do it with a smile on their faces. We are SUPER excited to get kids back in the pool learning to swim and making them safe in water… On a personal level my family is excited for the pools to open up for the summer as well.

The Lavengood Team at Plat Collective Kelly Lavengood Since becoming an agent in 2007, I have proudly donated a portion of my paycheck from each closing to my clients’ local charity of choice. With the COVID-19 crisis impacting our community at every level, I’ve decided to direct all giving at this time to organizations that are providing direct and immediate

Huntington Learning Center Lisa Fraser Our concern is that children have missed a lot of education during the school closures and we hope to be able to help them during the summer with our Reading Adventure program. This free program is open to all children and encourages them to read through the summer. In the future, we also hope to take the best lessons we learned from remote tutoring and combine it with our in-person tutoring to help students avoid starting the school year academically behind once the school year starts in the fall.

continue serving our community with affordable clothing. We also partnered with a local organization, the Grassroot Projects (grassrootprojects. org), to provide clothes and shoes for 14 kids in the Indianapolis area. We look forward to reopening our doors and providing a safe and affordable shopping experience for our customers.

Kits & Kaboodle Teneen Dobbs At Kits & Kaboodle, we've been staying positive during these uncertain times with two modes of thought every day: Appreciating each and every customer that supported us while our business was closed and looking to our future re-branding of Kits & Kaboodle. We are very excited about moving to City Center this summer!

Once Upon a Child Ryan Burtner We had to close our doors on March 16 and decided to do some curbside selling in order to

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Providing Food to the People: Sahm’s Family of Restaurants The folks behind the Sahm’s family of restaurants — Big Lug Canteen, Half Liter BBQ and others throughout Indianapolis — have done some creative things to reinvent themselves and help their neighbors during this time, including turning some of their restaurants into marketplaces, where customers can order groceries along with a hot meal. Indy’s Child talked to Carl Krockenberger, the director of marketing for Sahm’s, about the innovative ways that they have pivoted to connect with the community. Your restaurants were some of the first to react after the stay-athome orders went in place in Indy. Have you been planning something like this for a while? We did not consider any sort of marketplace concept prior to COVID-19. We're certainly not in the grocery store business. Thankfully, Ed Sahm [co-owner, CEO] and his son Eddie Sahm [co-owner, COO] were anticipating the community's need for essential items provided in a safe environment prior to COVID taking us into a quarantine.

What has been the reaction to your marketplace strategy? Without a doubt, the response was overwhelmingly positive, even while working out the kinks in the first week of launching something we've never done before. We received emails and phone calls from neighbors thanking us for being able to offer essentials in a safe environment. Other businesses in different industries are eager to lend their services in our efforts.

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contributions from community members. Currently, Second Helpings is seeking additional assistance to maintain operations and meet the growing demands from the food insecure in our greater Indianapolis communities.

Can you tell us about your Health Care Sponsorship Program?

Internally, our staff has embraced the new concept as a meaningful way to stay employed and serve the community as a true labor of love. I hate to sound cliché, but the reaction is a clear definition of what unity means between neighbors. It's amazing to see that people are acknowledging the bigger picture of the marketplace concept, and that is to continue to serve our community no matter what the method.

You make helping the community a big part of your business. Can you tell us about your work with Second Helpings? Sahm's Catering, Big Lug Canteen and Half Liter BBQ employees have been working to provide food at near cost to the food insecure in our neighborhoods. This would include food pantries, shelters and assisted living communities. We are currently producing 30,000+ meals per week at-cost as part of the campaign. Meals are distributed with the assistance of Second Helpings. We are able to continue to offer this service with the

We are all in this together. Lots of people have reached out wanting to help us help others. Here’s what you can do. We have a menu for individual meals to help feed the brave men and women who are doing life-saving and critical work in this pandemic. We will make these meals for 10 to 100+ healthcare professionals per delivery. These meals can be delivered ready to eat hot, cold or ready to warm up for when they are ready to eat. They are all individually packaged. The menus are priced to just cover our food and payroll costs to get us through these times. We will keep doing all we can to provide meals to our community for as long as we can.

You can sponsor some shift meals by: • Sending us a contribution to do a shift in the future • Coordinating a shift meal, setting up the details with us and paying for it at that time • Having anyone you know that would like to be on the receiving end of this to reach out to us

Visit sahms.com to learn more about Sahm’s Health Care Sponsorship Program, and to find a Sahm’s Food and Provision Marketplace near you.

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Uniting Indiana, One T-Shirt at a Time How local apparel company United State of Indiana is giving back while staying afloat Created by two born-and-raised Hoosiers, Graham Brown and Grant Gilman, United State of Indiana locally designs and produces apparel to celebrate our beloved state. Like many small businesses, USI had to make quick changes in order to keep the company afloat, all while doing what they do best: supporting and loving on their community. We spoke with Brown to learn more about how things look for them these days.

We’ve since rolled out collections that support other local organizations, like the United Way of Central Indiana and the Brewers of Indiana Guild. We’ve given over $3000 so far, which is awesome. It’s also kept us busy. We could’ve tried to just make it through, but it's nice to feel like we have new stuff to work on and shirts to print every day.

What are you looking forward to in the future?

For people who may not know, what does United State of Indiana do? The company started out as a simple clothing brand. Our designs were all focused on Indiana, taking-pride-in-where-you’re-from type designs. That was about 10 years ago, right after I got out of college. The biggest change since then is we now also screen print everything in-house, doing custom screen printing for other organizations in the area, as well. Over the years we’ve stuck to a simple thing of making shirts and products for people who love Indiana and want to show it off, whether they live around here or have moved away and want a piece of home.

What effects on your business have you seen as a result of COVID-19? Right as it all started, we had the same moment that all small businesses had, that everythingis-about-to-change moment. A decent amount of our business is wholesaling, so we knew that was done because those places were shutting

down. The biggest question mark at this point is events. Another part of our business is setting up booths at local events like Indy Pride and the Indiana State Fair, so there’s some anxiety around that. The day after everyone got locked down and there was this shroud of fear around the whole world, I didn’t want to just be like, “Hey, remember us? Buy some t-shirts!” So we created some new designs and repurposed old designs to support nonprofits that are doing work related to the pandemic. We made a shirt that says, “We’re all in this together,” and the “in” is the shape of Indiana. That shirt supports a food bank where I’m from in Fort Wayne and one where Grant is from in Terre Haute. We knew Indy would have a lot of support because it’s such a strong community, so we wanted to give back to the smaller communities where we grew up.

I’m looking forward to restaurants being open again, for the sake of the community and also so I can get out of my house. We have friends who own retail shops, so we’re excited for them to open their doors again. I’m also looking forward to having more places to go. I’ve worked from home for a lot of my life, but when I say that, I mean from a library or coffee shop. I’m eager to get back into the community.

Business-wise, we’re just trying to make enough to keep going to the next day. Because so many of our sources of income have disappeared, we’re trying to get new stuff up on the site every week to keep people interested. We have more local organizations that we’re working with and more designs in the queue. I have no idea how many times we’ll have to reinvent something or take a new approach to get through this, so right now we’re taking it a day at a time.

Learn more about United States of Indiana at unitedstatesofindiana.com.

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Local Spotlight: Kids Spreading Joy One Fishers family finds ways to spread happiness to their community. Julie Robertson and her sons, 9 year old Carter and 7 year old Parker, love giving to and serving the people of their community. So much so that in 2018, the Fishers family created Kids Spreading Joy, an endeavor where they create projects to help others. They share their projects on social media (@kidsspreadingjoy on Facebook and Instagram), and they encourage other families to share their ideas and spread happiness to their communities, too.

What are some ways that you and your family are spreading joy to the community right now? One of the bigger projects that we've done as a family is to provide birthday boxes to those in need. We love being able to treat our children to a special day, and it hurts our hearts for the families who might not be able to afford this extra treat.

Two years ago, for my sons’ birthdays, we created and delivered birthday boxes — cake mix, frosting, candles, balloons, birthday banner and plates — to a local food pantry. Last summer, we organized a project for our son's kindergarten classroom and provided birthday boxes for the Fishers Youth Assistance Program summer

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Last summer, we created Operation Spread Joy, where we dropped off secret mission sunglasses on the porches of all our friends to encourage them to complete our mission of finding three ways to spread joy, whether big or small.

Family movie night is something our family looks forward to every Friday night, so for both Christmas and Valentine's Day, we created movie boxes and dropped them off on friend's porches for movie night surprises. meals program. Every week, as families came to pick up their weekly meals, if they had a birthday that week, they were also able to pick up a birthday box to make sure they were able to celebrate.

Now, with people stuck at home and family finances changing, we've been donating birthday boxes to any family in need during this time. Anyone can send us a private message, and we will do our best to be able to provide a birthday box. We've not gone into any stores since the lockdown has happened, but we've been trying to add supplies to our grocery pickup as much as possible.

It's been fun for the boys to be able to put the box together with the requested flavors, and to talk about how it's helping the families and how we'd feel if we were unable to celebrate our birthdays.

Have you had to change the way you do your projects because of the pandemic? Some of the projects we've done in the past were at playgrounds or more face-to-face interaction with people, so we no longer do those. But we also have a lot of projects where we're able to spread joy without any interaction — just porch drop-offs or pickups.

What other fun projects have you guys done? One of our first projects, and also one of my sons’ favorites, was hiding dinosaurs at playgrounds with "Finders Keepers" tags for children to find. It's always fun to hide them secretly and watch from a distance as a child finds your surprise and you can see their excitement.

How can others get involved in your mission to spread joy? We are always looking for new ideas, and we love for people to share with us the ways they are spreading joy in their community. Spreading joy doesn't have to be expensive or a grand gesture — just doing a simple act of kindness can spread joy to someone in a big way.

Find Kids Spreading Joy on Facebook (facebook.com/ kidsspreadingjoy) and Instagram (@kidsspreadingjoy).

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Social Growth During Social Distancing During this time of social distancing, have you found yourself missing play dates? Our children are missing them, too! Here are some strategies to satisfy their social cravings while also increasing their social skills. Be intentional about playing with your child. Remove technology from the area, gather two or three creative toys, such as blocks, crayons or a farm set, and play with your child. Toys without instructions allow your child to use imagination, engage with others in the play and turn the play into whatever they want it to be! Allow your child to lead the play and follow along with their play. • Imitate your child’s play. If your child is drawing sea creatures, draw a whale. If she says that she is building a house out of blocks, build her a neighbor. By imitating your child’s play and language, we are playing at their developmental level and creating a social interaction that is similar to what they would be experiencing with peers.

• Be a social coach, not a social dictator. As your child is playing, guide them through interactions. If one child wants to play with the toy that their sister is holding, you may say, “It looks like your sister wants to play with the horse. I wonder if you could trade her the horse for the cow?” Provide enough help for them to appropriately maneuver the situation, while not taking over the interaction. • Provide specific and labeled

praise for appropriate behaviors, such as sharing,

taking turns, letting you add to their ideas and sitting calmly on the floor. Praising your child makes them more likely to engage in that behavior again.

Most importantly, have fun! When we are fully engaged in play with our children, it can provide us with a much-needed break from daily stresses. Focus on playing, being silly and being present for your child. This will help your child get the social interaction they are craving while also encouraging their social development.

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WORDS BY JENNIFER THOMPSON

Give Me a Break! 11 ways that caregivers can prioritize time for self-care. This time of social distancing and isolation can bring on a wide range of emotions, including a heightened sense of anxiety and stress. This can be especially true for families with young children, and children with special needs who rely on structure and consistency for comfort.

Video Chat with Family and Friends While we may be missing close contact with our loved ones outside of our immediate family, there are still many ways we can stay connected. Try scheduling weekly online gatherings with family and friends. Make it silly — have people wear their favorite hat or flower-print shirt. They say that laughter is the best medicine, so have fun with it!

Meditate Breathe in. Breathe out. There is something about being still in silence that is incredibly fulfilling, both physically and mentally. If it’s hard to find quiet, consider going outdoors to meditate while your spouse watches the kids, or have your spouse take the kids outside while you stay inside to work on focused breathing.

Wake Up Early While we are living in close quarters with our loved ones, and with stress and the potential for meltdowns on the rise, it’s important not only for our children’s needs to be taken care of, but also for mom and dad to be sure they are taking care of themselves, as well.

So what can you do? How can you prioritize self-care in this time of a pandemic, when the world feels a bit wonky and upside down? Consider these ideas.

Exercise Yoga, running, shooting hoops, exercise videos, jumping rope — when it comes to exercise, the sky’s the limit. Not only does exercise give you time alone, but it also has tremendous health benefits, such as increasing endorphins, reducing the risk of heart disease and diabetes, improving mental and physical health, and helping with sleep and weight control.

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Pick Up a New or Forgotten Hobby Have your knitting needles been sitting in a bin for months? When was the last time you picked up your paint brush? This is the perfect time to brush up on some of your old hobbies, or if you are feeling adventurous, try something new.

Sometimes the only time for peace, quiet and to get things done is in the early hours before everyone has risen. This may be hard for you night owls, but for those of you who are able, waking early in the morning can be a very peaceful and productive time.

Go for a Drive Read a Book If you’ve read all of your books, consider doing a swap with a friend or neighbor. Have them place one of their favorite books on their porch and you can pick it up and replace it with one of yours.

Go on a Daily Walk Schedule a time every day to get out and get moving. While you are walking, listen to your favorite music or podcast for a little extra fun.

Hop in the car. Crank your favorite tunes. Roll down the windows and let your spirits soar while you put the pedal to the metal — going the speed limit, of course.

Get Some Vitamin D Find some time to sit outside by yourself, if only for 10 minutes. Soak up the Vitamin D and enjoy a few minutes of relaxation. It’s good for the soul.

Have a Date Night After the kids have gone down for the night, consider making a special late night meal together, play a game, sit on the back porch, or listen to music together. If you are feeling really adventurous, try learning something new with each other, like playing an instrument or learning a new language.

Set a Family Schedule Consistency can be incredibly important, especially for families with children who have special needs. When everyone knows what to do and at what time, things may run a bit smoother. Consider incorporating something for you in that schedule (i.e. mommy reads for 30 minutes while you watch a show). That way you have it built into the day, and your child is expecting that time of quiet. Every individual and family is different: What works for one, may not work for another. Find what works best for you, and give yourself grace. Try easing into whatever it is you decide to do. If you plan to read every day for a half an hour and only get to it three times a week, celebrate those three days. The last thing we all need is to heap guilt on top of the other feelings we may be experiencing. Just take it one day at a time. These days can be hard, and just like we teach our children to be kind, we need to be kind to ourselves. And remember, this too shall pass.

IC SPECIAL NEEDS GUIDE Behavior Analysis Center for Autism The Behavior Analysis Center for Autism uses the principles and procedures of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to teach language, social, self-help, academic, daily living and life skills to individuals with autism and other related disabilities in the greater Indianapolis and Elkhart areas. • BACA 1: 11902 Lakeside Drive, Fishers, IN 46038, 317-288-5232 • BACA Prep: 9929 E. 126th St., Fishers, IN 46038, 317-436-8961 • BACA Z: 6704 Central Blvd., Zionsville, IN 46077, 317-769-4335 • BACA Hart: 30380 County Road 6, Elkhart, IN 46514, 574-343-2001, Email: broudebush@thebaca.com, thebaca.com

Bierman ABA Autism Center We work with children with autism spectrum disorders up to the age of 13. We specialize in providing early intervention, personalized and intensive Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Speech & OT programs. Our early intensive intervention programs (EIBI) are designed to help children learn skills across many different

developmental domains in order to be happy and successful in any environment, whether that be in the home, community or the classroom. Whether your child was just recently diagnosed or has been in a traditional school setting but unable to make adequate progress, we deeply believe every child is capable of learning with the right programming in place. We are positive our dedicated and talented team can make a difference. Locations in Broad Ripple, Westfield and Avon. • 6060 N College Avenue, Indianapolis IN 46220, Phone: (317) 815-5501, Email: info@ biermanaba.com; biermanaba.com

Children's Therapy Connection Children's Therapy Connection offers a variety of engaging playgroups to help connect your child with their potential. Speech Therapy groups focus on improving communication and language skills. Social Skills playgroups encourage peer interaction through preschool preparation. Gross motor playgroups develop strength, balance, and coordination. Contact our office at (317) 288-7606 or follow us on Facebook for enrollment details. We strive to be the provider of choice in central Indiana for

quality, comprehensive, and familycentered pediatric therapy services for families of children with disabilities. Visit our website to learn more about all of our noteworthy programs and services!

• 7478 Shadeland Station Way, Indianapolis,

IN 46256, Phone: 317-288-7606, Email: info@ childrenstherapyconnection.com, childrenstherapyconnection.com

Easterseals Crossroads Offering comprehensive disability services for people of all ages. Early Intervention, Autism Services, PT, OT, Speech Therapy, Feeding/Swallowing issues, Augmentative Communication, Assistive Technology, Multi-sensory Therapy Rooms, Summer Camps, Life/Social Skills Groups, Deaf Community Services, Autism Family Resource Center. • 4740 Kingsway Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46205, Phone: 317- 466-1000, Email: info@ eastersealscrossroads.org, eastersealscrossroads.org

K1ds Count, LLC K1ds Count, LLC is a local pediatric therapy provider offering ABA therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy,

and physical therapy services to children on and off the autism spectrum in the Brownsburg, Avon, Danville, Crawfordsville, and Indianapolis areas. • Phone: (317)

520-4748; Email: frank@kidscounttherapy. com, kidscounttherapy.com

LittleStar ABA Therapy LittleStar ABA Therapy (formerly Little Star Center) was the first center-based ABA provider in the state and is a not-for-profit. We strive to be the best, not the biggest. Our clinical team is led by two PhDs, who make sure each person we serve is reaching their maximum potential and successful every place they go. We offer clean, bright, well maintained centers and excellent customer service. LittleStar is often imitated but never duplicated! Your loved one with autism deserves the best services and the best possible outcomes and that’s what they’ll get at LittleStar. Come see the LittleStar difference! • 12650 Hamilton Crossing Blvd. Carmel, IN 46032, Phone: 317-2492242, E-mail: victoria@littlestaraba.org, littlestaraba.org

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IC SUMMER CAMP GUIDE 2020 AYS Summer Enrichment 4701 N. Keystone Ave., Indianapolis, IN; Phone: (317) 283-3817; e-mail: info@ ayskids.org, ayskids.org/summer Dates: June 1 – July 31 • Hours: 6:30am – 6:00pm, Monday – Friday • Ages: 5-12 Activities: Virtual field trips, active games, STEM activities, hands-on projects, free play with friends, and much more!

AYS is back for the summer with its brand new Summer Enrichment program! This program is open to all families and focuses on minimizing learning loss, offering social and emotional support, and providing virtual field trips for your kids while you're at work. Register at www. ayskids.org/summer today!

Beth-El Zedeck Early Childhood Center Summer Camp 600 West 70th St., Indianapolis, IN; Phone: (317) 259-6854; email: jwaldman@bez613.org; bez613.org, You can register online! Dates: Session 1: June 1– June 26; Session 2: June 29 – July 24 • Hours: Flexible hours (half days/full days) • Ages: 12 months+ through 5 years+ You can pick your days! Activities: Weekly creative themes, arts and crafts, water fun at the Sidney and Lois Eskenazi Aquatic Complex for 3’s 4’s and 5’s. Water play for 12 months through 2’s. Music/Creative Movement, Entertainment, Field Trip Fridays for 4’s and 5’s.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! Our Program recognizes that children learn through play. During camp, the children will experiment and explore by using all five senses. Our

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campers will thrive on creativity, exploration, discovery, spontaneity and lots of love!

Camp Invention Multiple locations; Phone: (800) 968-4332; email: campinvention@invent. org; invent.org/camp Ages: Grades K-6

Imaginations will soar in the all-new Camp Invention® program, Elevate! Campers in grades K-6 will collaborate in hands-on STEM activities exploring concepts of flight, Earth’s ecosystems and sports innovations! Visit invent.org/ camp or call 800-968-4332 to register. Use promo code LOCAL25 to save $25 (expires 3/31) or LOCAL15 to save $15 (expires 5/12).

Code Ninjas - Carmel and Fishers 2436 E 146th St, Carmel, IN; Phone: (812) 320-5265; email: CarmelIN@CodeNinjas. com; codeninjas.com

Activities: Painting, Drawing, Glassblowing, Woodworking, Ceramics, and more!

Dates: June 1- August 3 • Hours: 9 am-noon and 1-4 pm • Ages: 7-14

Create, Play, Explore! Join the Indianapolis Art Center for a summer of art education, fun, and new friendships. Weeklong camps for ages 4-18 in a variety of art mediums including drawing, sculpture, jewelry, digital arts, glassblowing, and more! Morning, afternoon and full day options. Creative Aftercare available too! Register now!

Activities: Coding, STEM, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Game Building

Code Ninjas Camps offer an immersion environment for children to explore technology, develop new skills and have a great time with friends. From Roblox to JavaScript to Minecraft to Drones (and Scratch and Python!) - it's an unforgettably fun learning experience! Beginners to advanced coders have a place at Code Ninjas all summer long!

Indiana Montessori Academy JCC Summer Care 6701 Hoover Rd, Indianapolis, IN; Phone: (317) 251-9467; email: info@jccindy.org; jccindy.org/camp-jcc Dates: June 1-start of school • Hours: 8 am-5 pm • Ages: 5-14

For grades K-8. From friendship and confidence building to leadership and autonomy, Summer Care at the J days are full of fun activities parents appreciate and kids love. Our all-day childcare has been operating since April following FSSA guidelines. We are increasing our capacity for summer, training counselors (two counselors to 10 children) to instill in participants core values like kindness and appreciation. Non-member rates available. All are welcome.

Dates: June 8 - July 27 • Hours: Hours vary by camp • Ages: 4-18

2925 West 146th Street | Carmel, IN 46074 | (317) 569.1290.; email: info@ indianamontessoriacademy.org; indianamontessoriacademy.org Dates: June 1 - Aug 6; off the week of July 4 • Ages: 3-9

Come join us as we explore the Great Outdoors through construction, cooking, creating and more! Each week of camp will feature unique, exciting themes. Our days will be spent outdoors playing, learning and caring for our environment! Weekly sessions are available.

Indianapolis Art Center Summer Art Camps 820 E. 67th St., Indianapolis, IN; Phone: (317) 255-2464; email: jnieto@ indplsartcenter.org; indplsartcenter. org/camps

Myart Myart Carmel, 841 S. Rangeline Rd., Suite 300 | Myart Fishers, 11720 Olio Rd., Suite 300 | Myart Noblesville, 39 North 10th St myartindy.com/Noblesville CarmelArtSchool.htm Dates: Spring Camps, April 7-9 & Summer Camps June 8-August 3

Myart spring & summer camps are full of fun and creativity! Campers draw, paint and create amazing art all centered on a specific theme. Campers will learn how to create using markers, oil and chalk pastels, colored pencil, acrylic, watercolors and jazz tempera paints. Every year we offer brand new projects so returning campers are always drawing something new. Camps are open to all ages 5 and up. Our camps run 3 days during spring break and all summer long starting June, 8th. Our 4-day weekly camps are 2.5 hrs. in the mornings and afternoons for ages 5&up and 2.5 hrs. in the afternoons for ages 11&up. The cost of each camp is $140 and includes all art supplies. Our one day camps are 3 hrs. * SPONSORED LISTINGS

P.A.C.E. Summer Experience Program 122 s Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL, Phone: (312) 261-3245; email: epotter3@nl.edu; nl.edu/paceatnlu/discoverpace/ Dates: Monday Aug 3- Thursday Aug 6 • Hours: 9:00am-3:00pm • Ages: 16-26

P.A.C.E. at NLU is offering a Summer Experience Program for students interested in learning more about or attending a Post Secondary Program after High School. P.A.C.E. is a three-year post-secondary program designed to meet the transitional needs for young adults with multiple intellectual, learning and developmental disabilities.

Round Tripper Youth Summer Academy 16708 Southpark Dr., Westfield; Phone: (317) 896-2900; email: info@ roundtripper.com; roundtripper.com Dates: June 8 - 11; June 15-18; June 22-25; July 6-8; July 13-15 • Hours: 9am - 4pm • Ages: Vary depending on the camp Activities: Baseball & Softball

RoundTripper has a grand slam line up of summer camps throughout June and July. Welcoming kids of all ages and skill levels, there is something for everyone.

Summer U at University High School 2825 W. 116th St, Carmel, IN; Phone: (317) 733-4475; email: nnealy@ universityhighschool.org; universityhighschool.org/summer Dates: June 8-26 and July 6-24 • Hours: 9 am-4 pm with before and aftercare • Ages: grades 1-12 Activities: art, film, photography, creative writing, languages, sports, robotics, rocketry, programming, study and life skills, and more

University’s mission to expand the hearts and minds of students and to nurture excellence through academic, creative, and physical achievement doesn’t go on summer break. Summer U’s enrichment camps, including creative arts, sports, STEM, and more, are led by seasoned educators and designed to provide hands-on, enriching experiences for curious campers.

Sycamore School Quest Summer Camps 1750 West 64th Street. Indianapolis, Contact: Dusty Burwell, (317) 430-2541, email burwell.dusty@sycamoreschool. org, sycamoreschool.org/ summercamps

Dates: May - July 2020 • Hours: 8am - 4pm • Ages: 5 - 13 Activities: robotics, chess, coding, science, art, sports, literature, and more.

Celebrating more 25 years of summer camps at Sycamore with nearly 40 different camps being offered, from Pre-Kindergarten through 8th Grade. All camps are open to all children whether or not they attend Sycamore during the school year.

The Children's House Summer Camp 2404 W. 62nd. St., Indianapolis, IN; Phone: (317) 253-3033; email: childrenshouse08@gmail.com; tchindy.org Date: June 8-August 14 • Hours: Camp Day 9 am-4pm, extended hours 7 am to 5:45 pm • Ages: 3-12 Activities: music, art, swimming, nature field trips, puppets, bird watching, games

The summer camp offers a relaxed camp environment for campers of all ages. Younger children generally follow and explore the same weekly themed activities as older campers. We offer an environment free of competition. Camp activities include art, music, games, swimming, field trips, and many outdoor activities. Camp is limited to 30 campers each week.

The Etiquette and Leadership Institute of Indiana Phone: (888) 354-4639; email: info@ eliindiana.com; eliindiana.com Ages: 8 - 18 (varies by seminar)

Choose from the following seminars, held at Homewood Suites, 2501 East 86th, Indianapolis, IN How to Raise a Gentleman Summer Camp, Teaching the new post COVID-19 social rules: (ages 8-15), July 13 – 17, 2020 & July 25 eventbrite.com/e/how-to-raise-ayoung-gentleman-summer-camp2020-tickets-97526583637

How to Raise a Lady Summer Camp, Teaching the new post COVID-19 social rules: (ages 8-15), July 20 – 24, 2020 & July 25, 2020 eventbrite.com/e/how-to-raise-ayoung-lady-summer-camp-2020tickets-16508182418

The Orchard School's Summer Camp 615 W. 64th Street. Indianapolis, IN; Phone: (317) 251-9253; email:rreams@ orchard.org; orchard.org/ extracurricular/summer-camp Date: June 1-July 24 • Hours: 9 am-4 pm (extended day options) • Ages: 3 years - 8th grade

Come enjoy The Orchard's Summer School Summer Camp 30th Year! We offer half-day and full-day options with varied experiences that foster creativity, a love of learning and opportunities to make friends. Campers can choose camps outdoors, in the gym, on the field or in the classroom. We have an option for everyone!

Wright's Fundamentals Gymnastics & NinjaZone Camps Various locations - Westfield, Fishers, and Greenwood; Phone: (317) 888-4805; email: info@wrightsgyms. com; wrightsgymnastics.com Dates: Various dates throughout the summer • Ages: 3-11

Run, jump, kick, and flip off a wall during this FUN opportunity at the Wright's Fundamentals Gymnastics & NinjaZone Academy camps. Campers, turned gymnasts and ninjas, will participate in daily challenges, learn some awesome skills, participate in games and crafts, and have tons of FUN while being active! Ages 3-11.

YMCA Camp Piomingo 1950 Otter Creek Park Road, Brandenburg KY 40108, Phone: (502) 942-2616 , email: piomingo@ ymcacamppiomingo.org, ymcacamppiomingo.org Dates: June 7 - August 1

At YMCA Camp Piomingo we believe in the potential of every child. That is why we strive to create an environment that brings out the best in each camper. With a variety of artistic, athletic and team-based activities, YMCA Camp Piomingo campers are given daily opportunities to find out who they are, who they want to be, and then — with the support of friends and our caring staff — develop the confidence and character to become that person.

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Carmel Montessori Schools Carmel Montessori School is located on the NE corner of Main St. and Meridian in Carmel. Our directress is American Montessori Certified with 18 years head-teaching experience and we a a full member of the American Montessori Society. We offer a beautiful, peaceful and positive Montessori learning environment. Extended days available. • 1402 W. Main St., Carmel, IN 46032, Contact: Emily & Scott Rudicel, Phone: 317-580-0699, Email: info@ carmelmontessori.com, carmelmontessori.com

confidence, creativity and compassion. Research also shows that 90% of Primrose Students perform twice the level of their peer group. Please call us today to learn more about our early education and preschool opportunities that will fit the need of your family. Currently enrolling, space is limited. •

3746 West 98th Street, Carmel, IN 46032. Contact: Lisa Housh, 317-876-0123, primrosewestcarmel.com

Starting Line Preschool

The Right Start for A Lifelong Love of Learning! Our strong academicbased curriculum prepares and encourages your child to succeed in school while discovering learning is fun! All of our classes focus on an The Little Lamb Christian introduction to colors, number and School letters with exciting art and science projects. Math, social studies and The Little Lamb Christian School is a sight words are taught in the older home away from home for children 6 classes.Develop Social Awareness & weeks to pre-kindergarten. Since Friendships, Build Confidence and 1987, we have been the go-to private Master Academic Skills for Kinderpreschool for Carmel families who garten. • 110 Third Ave NE, Carmel, IN are interested in a Christian 46032, Contact: Diane Atkins, Phone: education. We are a place where 317-753-9397, Email: dkatkins22@msn. children can learn, explore, create, com, startinglinepreschool.com grow and play! • 1609 Greyhound Pass, Carmel, IN 46032, Phone: 317-848-3580, Email: kayley@thelittlelamb.com, thelittlelamb.com/, 6 weeks to Pre-Kindergarten and after school care

The Primrose School at WestClay An accredited early education and care school serving infants through kindergarten as well as before and after school services for elementary age students. We offer a Balanced Learning approach, which nurtures curiosity, confidence, creativity and compassion. Research also shows that 90% of Primrose Students perform twice the level of their peer group. Please call us today to learn more about our early education and preschool opportunities that will fit the need of your family Currently enrolling, space is limited. • 13096 Moultrie Street, Carmel, IN 46032. Contact: Kendra Dunagan, 317-873-0123. primrosewestclay.com

The Primrose School at West Carmel The Primrose School at West Carmel is an accredited early education and care school serving infants through kindergarten as well as before and after school services for elementary age students. We offer a Balanced Learning approach, which nurtures curiosity,

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IUPUI Center for Young Children The IUPUI Center for Young Children offers childcare and early childhood education for children ages six weeks to six years old and believe children learn through play, experiences, and interaction with their environment and peers. • 321 Limestone St., Indianapolis, IN 46202, Phone: 317-2743508, childcare.iupui.edu/index.html

Paramount Brookside Paramount Brookside is a tuition-free, public charter school that educates K-8 grade students in an innovative environment. Integral to the school’s approach to education are projectbased investigations, community partnerships, and three on-site Discovery Centers – an Eco-Center, Space Center with a planetarium, and an operating farm. Paramount Brookside is designated a 2018 Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education and an “A” school by the Indiana Department of Education. • 3020 Nowland Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46201 Contact: Amie Smith at 317-775-6660 or contact@ PSOEBrookside.org; paramountindy.org

Paramount Cottage Home Paramount Cottage Home serves K-4th grade students as a tuition-free charter school. Founded in 2010, Paramount Schools of Excellence accomplishes its mission and teaches the mastery of Indiana Academic Standards through an emphasis on rigorous academics and experiential learning activities. The 2019 ILEARN results placed the school among the top-performers statewide. Due to continued student growth, this Fall, the school will be relocating to Cottage Home. The new, state-of-the-art facility will feature bright, spacious classrooms with contemporary furnishings, advanced technology capabilities, and unique student discovery centers. • 1203 E. St. Clair Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202, Contact: Angie Cazares at 317-617-3067 or contact@PSOECommunity.org; paramountindy.org

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Paramount Englewood Paramount Englewood, a tuition-free public school, is now accepting enrollment of 5-8th grade students for the 2020-21 school year. Englewood is excited to be relocating to a state-of-the-art permanent campus in August 2020. This move accommodates the schools’ continued growth. The P.R. Mallory campus will house Paramount Englewood and Purdue Polytechnic High School. Paramount Englewood is an extension of Paramount Schools of Excellence’s successful education model. The flagship campus is designated a 2018 Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education and an “A” school by the Indiana Department of Education for six consecutive years. • 3005 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46201, 317-741-9589. Contact Peggy Purvis, contact@PSOEenglewood.org; paramountindy.org

INDIANAPOLIS – NORTH

Beth-El Zedeck Early Childhood Center

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Full Academic Curriculum and Innovative Arts Enrichment. Our Program recognizes that intellectual, social, emotional and physical development are interwoven. Our children will thrive on exploration, creativity, curiosity, discovery, spontaneity and more important, lots of love! Type of School: Early Childhood Cost/Tuition: Please call or email for full brochure. Hours/ Dates: Flexible Hours. Full Time/

Part-Time available. Ages/Grades: 12 months old+, 18 months old+, 2s+, 3s+, 4s+, Pre-Kindergarten (Kindergarten Readiness Class) (3 day or 5 day option) Before/After School Care: Before and After School Care always available as needed. Early drop off as early as 7:30 am and late pick up anytime up until 6:00pm/5:30 pm on Fridays. • 600 W. 70th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260, Contact: Joanie Waldman, Phone: 317-259-6854, Fax: 317-259- 6849, Email: jwaldman@ bez613.org, bez613.org

Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School seeks to prepare the next generation of leaders with the intellectual and technological competence, loving and open hearts, faith inspiration and social responsibility to bring about a more just, humane and loving world. Students from all backgrounds, faiths, and ethnicities are welcome at Brebeuf Jesuit, where all are called to discover and cultivate the fullness of their God-given talents. Each student is therefore challenged and inspired to strive for academic excellence, to engage whole-heartedly in cocurricular activities, to develop confidence in leadership abilities, and to discover God’s presence in everyday life through serving others.

• 2801 W 86th St, Indianapolis, IN 46268, Contact: Colleen Cannon, Director of Admissions, Phone: 317-524-7090, Email: admissions@brebeuf.org, brebeuf.org

Children’s Circle Preschool at Second Presbyterian Church Children’s Circle Preschool is a developmentally appropriate, activity based, Christian preschool. We offer classes for children ages 9 months to 5 years old. We meet the needs of the whole child in a creative and loving environment. Our experienced staff embraces excellence in education by nurturing the whole child- physically, emotionally, spiritually, and intellectually. Please call for more information or to set up a tour. • 7700 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46260, Contact: Cara Paul, Director, 317-252-5517, cpaul@ secondchurch.org, childrenscircle.org

Children’s Day In Nursery School and Traditional Preschool Children's Day In Nursery School and Traditional Preschool is a fully inclusive early childhood program with an emphasis on Christian values and

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learning through play. It is designed to offer children ages 9 months to 5 years a positive and developmentally appropriate first school experience in the care of experienced and loving caregivers. We play and learn! Classes are offered weekdays from 9 am to 2:30 pm. For the older kids, our program Includes weekly Christian Life Skills, Music class taught by Indianapolis Children’s Choir instructors and Book Club. Please call, e-mail or visit for further information and registration Forms. Tours are individually set up at your convenience! • 5500 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46208, Contact: Christy Whaley, Phone: 317-253-0472, cwhaley@meridianstreet.org, meridianstreet.org/cdi

Early Childhood Center, The Church at the Crossing Parents Day Out (16-35 mos) and Part Day Preschool (3 yrs-PreK5) provide relaxed, secure, playful environments that nurture creativity and the exploration of God’s world. A variety of learning materials & readiness skills are woven into each unit. Oldest classrooms utilize “Handwriting Without Tears” curriculum. Various days, 9am-2pm. Some extended days. Need longer hours? Try our All Day Classes designed for 16 mos – Pre K5 with class times 6:30am-6pm • 9111 N. Haverstick Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46240, Contact: John Drake, Phone: 317-5756508, Email: ecc@golove.org

Huntington Learning Center Huntington Learning Center Indianapolis. We do tutoring with state certified teachers for kids k-12 and we do ACT and SAT test prep. • 2635 E 62nd Street Ste 2020, Indianapolis, IN; Phone: (317) 420-8885; Email: fraserl@ hlcmail.com

The Orchard School The Orchard School, an independent, non-sectarian, progressive school, emphasizing experiential learning. Orchard teachers engage the natural curiosity of children, develop academic excellence, and provide leadership experience through well-rounded education. Orchard’s diverse community and commitment to multicultural education inspires responsible, global citizenship. Founded in 1922. NAIS, ISACS, NAEYC accredited. • 615 W. 64th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260, Contact: Jessica Aiyasami, Admissions Coordinator, Phone: 317-713-5717, Fax: 317-254-8454, Email: jaiyasami@orchard.org, orchard.org

The Sapling School The Sapling School offers a year round Reggio-inspired preschool for children ages 3 to 5 in conjunction with extended after care hours for working families. We empower children to discover themselves and the world around them as they become critical thinkers, creative problem-solvers, and collaborative community members. We value our students and their passions, curiosities, and joys. Their interests guide the holistic, emergent curriculum and our learning environment. Look for our teachers and students around the Broad Ripple area interacting with neighbors as they learn the unique ways they are capable of enriching their community. • For more information or to explore our virtual tour please visit saplingschoolindy.com or facebook.com/saplingschoolindy. To schedule a private tour please call (317) 319-8228. Contact: Kelsey Livingston. Phone: 317-319-8228. Email: kelsey@ saplingschoolindy.com, saplingschoolindy.com

Sycamore School At Sycamore School, Indiana's only accredited, independent, private school for Preschool - 8th grade gifted students, teachers trained in gifted education deliver a curriculum designed to challenge and engage gifted learners. Art, music, Spanish, physical education, technology, extensive field trips, athletics, financial aid, and after school activities are offered. • 1750 W. 64th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260, Contact: Dr. Susan Karpicke, Director of Admissions, 317-202-2500, Email: karpicke.susan@sycamoreschool.org, sycamoreschool.org

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Polly Panda Preschool

Polly Panda provides a safe and healthy environment which enhances each child’s total growth. Our theme-based hands-on preschool program provides a wide-range of experiences that foster learning, creativity and problem solving in all areas. A child’s sense of self-worth, independence and growth in social skills are developed through positive interaction with peers and our well-qualified and loving staff. • 2944 E. 56th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46220, Contact: Gail Hacker and Tammy Clark, Phone: 317-257-9127, Email: thepanda@ polly panda.com, pollypanda.com

Primrose School of Geist Provides high-quality, educational experiences to support children’s social-emotional, cognitive, creative and physical development. It is made up of an exclusive standards-based curriculum that enables teachers to

help children gain the knowledge and skills that will enable them to move successfully from one level of development to the next as well rounded individuals. Our school offers developmentally-appropriate materials and equipment for all classrooms; multiple forms of assessment; and extensive training for teachers. We believe the right foundation to build active minds, healthy bodies, and happy hearts® starts in the younger years. Call for more information or to schedule a tour! • 7615 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis, IN 46236. Contact: Anita Boyd. Phone: 317-855-7808. Email: aboyd@primrosegeist.com, primrosegeist.com, 6 weeks old through Pre-K and before and after school up to age 12

INDIANAPOLIS – SOUTH

Curtis Wilson Primary School and Academy

Curtis Wilson Primary School and Academy, a division of Beech Tree House Center for Child Development, Inc., promotes the emotional, physical, intellectual, social, and spiritual development of each child. Our exceptional teaching staff is dedicated to presenting a challenging and enthusiastic learning environment that recognizes each unique learner. With a dedication to personal excellence, all members of our school family are challenged to practice and exhibit love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control in daily life. Stateaccredited with exemplary ratings. Preschool - Sixth Grade. • 7850 South Emerson Ave., Indianapolis , 46237, 317-882-8636, jhaywood-rollins@ beechtreehouse.com, cwpsa.com

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Guerin Catholic High School St. Theodore Guerin High School is a Roman Catholic college preparatory school located on 72 acres one mile north of 146th Street in Hamilton County. Guerin Catholic has the largest number of students participating in the IB Programme in the State of Indiana. The school serves students from diverse backgrounds and prepares them to be servant leaders through authentic faith formation, academic excellence, and student life opportunities. • 15300 Gray Road Noblesville, IN 46062, Phone: 317-582-0120, Email: admissions@ guerincatholic.org, guerincatholic.org

traditions of Montessori while serving the present day child. The Montessori School of Westfield serves children from Indianapolis, Fishers, Carmel, Zionsville, Westfield, Sheridan, Noblesville, Cicero and Tipton. We serve children ages 18 months to 15 years. • 800 E. Sycamore Street,

Westfield, IN 46074, Contact: Mary Lyman, Directress, Phone: 317-867-0158, Fax: 317-896-5945, Email: montessori westfield@gmail.com, montessori schoolofwestfield.com

The Primrose School at Bridgewater An accredited early education and care school serving infants through kindergarten as well as before and after school services for elementary age students. We offer a Balanced Learning approach, which nurtures curiosity, confidence, creativity and compassion. Research also shows that 90% of Primrose Students perform twice the level of their peer group. Please call us today to learn more about our early education and preschool opportunities that will fit the need of your family. Currently enrolling, space is limited. • 14711 North Gray Road, Westfield, IN 46062, Contact: Nikki Knott, 317-8480123. primrosebridgewater.com

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P.A.C.E at National Louis University

P.A.C.E. at NLU is a three-year post-secondary program which is designed to meet the transitional needs for young adults with multiple intellectual, learning and developmental disabilities. P.A.C.E. is one of the leading residential-based programs in the country that integrates employment preparation, independent living skills coaching, functional academic courses and social development into a curriculum that prepares students for independent living through experiential learning. Quarterly Saturday Open House Dates. • 122 s Michigan Ave., Chicago, IL; Phone: (312) 261-3245; email: epotter3@nl.edu; nl.edu/paceatnlu; Virtual Program Experience Available: calendly.com/ paceatnlu/discoverytour

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Montessori School of Westfield, Inc. Located on 3 wooded acres in Central Indiana, the Montessori School of Westfield adheres to the academic June 2020 I INDYSCHILD.COM

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Due to COVID-19, farmers markets have had to make quite a few adjustments to the way they do business this season. Under each listing, you’ll find a short list of the new rules and regulations that each market has set in place. For more detailed information, check the market’s website or Facebook page before you visit.

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NEW: hand-washing stations available, no dogs allowed, no eating or drinking, no ready-to-eat hot foods, masks suggested, maintain 6-foot social distancing, pre-ordering and pre-paying is suggested, single shoppers are encouraged

NEW: 8-8:30 a.m. is reserved for elderly and immunocompromised customers, preordering available online, single entrance, no dogs allowed, no eating or drinking, masks suggested, maintain 6-foot social distancing, single shoppers are encouraged

City Market Farmers Market

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NEW: maintain 6-foot social distancing, masks are encouraged, no dogs allowed (except service animals), pre-pay and pre-order with vendors is encouraged, no eating or drinking on site, single shoppers are encouraged

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NEW: maintain 6-foot social distancing, handwashing stations provided

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Saxony Market

NEW: no parking in the Tarkington Parking Garage, masks encouraged, maintain 6-foot social distancing, foot traffic moves one way through the market, no eating or drinking on site, no public restrooms, no socializing

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NEW: maintain 6-foot social distancing, no sampling, hand sanitizer available

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Fort Ben Farmers Market

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NEW: pre-orders encouraged

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NEW: This will be a grab-and-go market only. No eating or drinking on site, no dogs (except service animals), maintain 6-foot social distancing, no socializing, masks encouraged, single shoppers are encouraged

NEW: maintain 6-foot social distancing, masks recommended, resuable bags are not permitted, no eating on site, no dogs allowed

Farmers Market at the Fairgrounds S a tu rd a y s , M a y -O c to b e r, 8 a .m .-N o o n ; W e d n e s d a y s , J u ly -S e p te m b e r, 8 a .m .-N o o n 6 2 0 N . A p p le S tre e t, G re e n fie ld f a c e b o o k .c o m /F a r m e r s M a r k e t A tT h e F a ir g r o u n d s

NEW: pre-orders encouraged, maintain 6-foot social distancing, only one customer at a booth at a time, handwashing stations available, single shoppers are encouraged

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CALENDAR 06.2020

SUN

MON

TUES

WEDS

SAY SOMETHING NICE DAY

2 ROTISSERIE CHICKEN DAY

CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM DAY

REPEAT DAY

4 HUG YOUR CAT DAY

10 ICED TEA DAY

SAT

DOUGHNUT DAY

SMILE POWER DAY

CORN ON THE COB DAY

FUDGE DAY

17 EAT YOUR VEGETABLES DAY

18 CLEAN YOUR AQUARIUM DAY

6 YO-YO DAY

SUPERMAN DAY

FLAG DAY

FRI

9 DONALD DUCK DAY

BEST FRIENDS DAY

THURS

SEWING MACHINE DAY

GARFIELD THE CAT DAY FIRST DAY OF SUMMER

BE KINDER DAY

28 HAPPY HEART HUGS DAY

CAMERA DAY

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23 LET IT GO DAY

24 FAIRY DAY

STRAWBERRY PARFAIT DAY

26 WORLD REFRIGERATION DAY

SUNGLASSES DAY

30 SOCIAL MEDIA DAY

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A New Normal

Social Growth During Social Distancing

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