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18 Summer Camp Guide

Indy's Child 2022 Summer Fun Guide 28 Fun Restaurants Where Families Can Dine Outside This Summer

30 8 Great Small-Town Festivals Worth the Drive

33 Splash the Summer Away 34 Summer Fun Listings

Our Cover Kid Letter from the Editor Indy's Children News & Notes

22 Education Guide 41 Things to Do in June 47 Fun & Wacky Calendar

Around Town 11 Hidden Gems: HomeRoom

12 50 Years of Smiles and Laughs with SCOOBY- DOO™

Sponsored Content 14 The Indianapolis Public Library Invites Children to Camp Read S'more

16 Being Prepared for Summertime Injuries

32 Celebrating 50 Years with Eagle Creek Park

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OUR COVER KID:

KATHARINE

age // 9 years old my favorites COLOR FOOD SPORT ICE CREAM FLAVOR RESTAURANT SCHOOL SUBJECT BOOK TV SHOW MOVIE TOY CANDY

Pink Ramen noodles Ballet and basketball Moose Tracks Benihana Art I Survived VICTORIOUS Troop Beverly Hills A Yorkie dog named Jake Twix

an interesting fact about me // I love to spend the summer in Northern Michigan with my cousins. Swimming and sailing with friends is my favorite!

when I grow up // I want to be a dolphin trainer and a singer.

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

WORDS BY NICOLE SIPE

Founding Publisher Barbara Wynne barbara@indyschild.com

Publisher + Sales Mary Wynne Cox mary@indyschild.com

Editor Nicole Sipe nicolesipe@indyschild.com Production Manager Karen Ring karen@indyschild..com

Creative Director Katie Clark katie@indyschild.com

Sweet Days of Summer Ah, summer. The days are long, but the season always feels short.

Summer lasts for approximately 93 days, which sounds like a long time, doesn’t it? But somewhere around June, I look around and realize that I’m smack-dab in the middle of summer and there are still many hot-weather activities on my to-do list. So much summer fun, so little time.

There are so many ideas for summer fun around Indy that we couldn’t fit them all in this issue. So you’ll definitely want to check out our website for even more ideas. Go to indyschild.com and type “100+ Things to do this Summer around Indianapolis” into the search bar to find our comprehensive article about all-things summer in Indy.

With 100-plus ideas on the list, you could do something different every day this summer!

Have fun enjoying this season. I know I will!

With almost a hundred days of summer stretching out before us, the question is: What’s on your summer bucket list? If you need some ideas, we have plenty for you! In fact, this whole issue is dedicated to summer activities. First, check out our Summer Fun Guide, which starts on page 27. We’ve included lots of ideas for summer must-dos that you and your family will not want to miss.

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Digital Publisher + Events Wendy Hasser wendy@indyschild.com

Administration + Digital Brooke Litherland brooke@indyschild.com Administration + Marketing Mary Mueller mmueller@indyschild.com

Billing billing@indyschild.com Contributing Writers Trisha Brand Calendar of Events calendar@indyschild.com

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INDY'S children We love seeing your photos of Indy kids living their best lives!

Here are some of our favorite submissions we received this month.

Fenyx (2) AJ (12)

Chase (20 mos) Terrence (3)

Ellie (1)

Leighton (3) Zelda (5 mos)

Want to see your cute kids on this page?

We're looking for photos of cute kids for the July issue of Indy's Child!

Email your photos (with the first name and age of the child) to editor@indyschild.com, and your photos might appear here!

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NEWS & Notes

Our monthly roundup of news you can use

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SUMMER FUN The Indy’s Child Summer Fun Guide brought to you by Visit Fort Wayne starting on pg. 27 of this issue is your go-to guide to all things summer! From the best places to grab a bite to eat with the family to our fave spots to cool off on a hot summer day, our guide will help you keep the kids entertained all summer long! Need more summer fun ideas? Head to the brand-new Summer Activities page of our website at indyschild.com/summer-activities.

1905 THAT WAS THE YEAR AN 11-YEAROLD BOY IN SAN FRANCISCO NAMED FRANK EPPERSON INVENTED THE “EPSICLE,” LATER TO BE KNOWN AS THE POPSICLE.

DID YOU KNOW? When it comes to refreshing summertime treats, watermelon is a favorite, but did you know it is actually a vegetable, not a fruit? Watermelon is part of the cucumber family of vegetables.

Sources: NPR.org; linqatnorthsprings.com

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Awesome New Children’s Book, Written by the Editor of Indy's Child!

Did you know that Nicole Sipe, the editor of Indy's Child, is also a children's book author? It's true! Her new book, My Time Capsule: All About Me! Art Journal, is an interactive book that allows kids to record a slice of their lives to look back on later. It is filled with easy-to-answer questions and space to write and draw the answers, plus places to tape, paste, color, doodle and make the book your own. And bonus: There are stickers! You can find the book at your local bookstore, or online at Amazon.com and other booksellers.

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WORDS BY TRISHA BRAND

HomeRoom If you’ve walked around the pockets of shops off the Monon Trail at 54th Street in south Broad Ripple, you may have noticed a door with an eyecatching mural of scissors.

Beyond that door is where owner Shelly Leer offers HomeRoom, a creative DIY modern maker space.

HomeRoom empowers guests to move beyond their fears by teaching them how to design, repair, and create useful and meaningful objects for themselves, friends, family and the community.

Don’t expect the run-of-the-mill paper, glue sticks and glitter crafts.

Instead, think drills, hammers, handsaws — and even sewing machines. Kids 7 and older get to try these “scary” things, all under the adult supervision of Leer and her team. Leer is an experienced expert and educator, and a contributor to Real Simple, Bob Vila online, Country Living, Apartmenttherapy. com, and the Indianapolis Star.

She’s also taught sewing classes at The Indianapolis Art Center, as well as at a local shelter for abused women and kids.

Leer offers private and custom workshops, summer camps, parties and in-studio rentals. Recent classes have included beginning sewing and textile arts, maker birthday parties, and upholstery for adults.

Kid classes have been fondly called meditative and calming “junk drawer” parties. Kids creatively use items such as grommet rings, earrings, fabric swatches, necklaces, charms, bells, vintage hardware, scrap metal conduit —even chop-sawed parquet f loor tiles. Parents enjoy the classes, as each experience integrates STEAM curricula. Kids are so busy having fun that they don’t even know they are learning valuable and practical skills.

From messy elementary-aged kids and screen-loving teens — to moms who need “me” time — HomeRoom offers something for everyone.

1101 E. 54th St., Indianapolis thehomeroomshop.com

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AROUND TOWN

WORDS BY BRIANNA VANDERBILT, THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF INDIANAPOLIS

50 Years of Smiles and Laughs with SCOOBY-DOO ™ Create Your Own SCOOBY™ Snacks!

Children have been gathering clues and solving mysteries alongside Fred, Daphne, Velma, Shaggy, and their canine pal SCOOBYDOO™ for over 50 years!

When they’re not solving mysteries with friends, you can find Shaggy and SCOOBY™ enjoying their favorite snacks! Shaggy loves Shaggy Snacks, a towering pot pie made with pizza crust, anchovies, pepperoni, cherries, and topped off with chocolate sauce, of course! SCOOBY DOO’s™ favorite snack is SCOOBY Snacks™!

Educators confirm that solving mysteries spark curiosity and create fun memories for families.

SCOOBY-DOO™ encourages viewers to think critically and solve problems. The series also gives kiddos an incredible example of what it looks like to be part of a team and work with others to solve difficult tasks. Problem solving, critical thinking and teamwork are skills that children use their entire lives. Families and children can put those skills to the test when The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, in partnership with Warner Brothers, opens SCOOBYDOO™ Mansion Mayhem on June 4, 2022.

Young detectives discover how they can use math to solve tricky problems, or think back to yesterday’s spaghetti when investigating the new stain on the carpet. When you do this, problem solving is occurring. This important skill will be put to the test as families work their way through the rooms of the mansion and help the members of Mystery Inc. uncover who stole the jewel.

Get all the energy you and your family need to solve mysteries by making your own family-friendly SCOOBY™ Snacks!

Similar to problem solving, critical thinking is another lifelong skill that is used in day-to-day life. It is often seen in the classroom when trying to understand stories, or even when communicating with friends and family. This skill is one that is essential to success in school and in the workplace. It is also essential for solving mysteries.

When families are analyzing clues, critical thinking takes place.

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Few shows air long enough for parents and children to have the same experiences and warm memories. This makes SCOOBYDOO™ special and a great intergenerational way to bond with one another. Now this experience can move from the living room to The Children’s Museum. Create memories and learn important skills with Mystery Incorporated.

Ingredients: 1 cup room temperature unsalted butter 2/3 cup granulated sugar 2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon vanilla Sprinkles, of course!

Steps: 1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees and line baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. Mix the butter and 2/3 cups of sugar using a hand mixer. Slowly add flour and vanilla.

3. Have the kiddos roll the dough into 1-inch balls and place on the baking sheet, and gently flatten the cookie balls.

4. Add sprinkles, like Shaggy would!

5. Have mom and dad put the cookies in the oven, and let them bake for 14-16 minutes. Let cookies cool for at least 10 minutes — this allows the cookies to finish baking.

6. Enjoy, and get ready to help the gang solve the mystery!

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The Indianapolis Public Library Invites Children to Camp Read S’more Citizens Energy Group, CollegeChoice CD 529 Savings Plan, Corteva Agriscience, Anonymous, Indianapolis Colts, Dr. Sherri Lauver and Dr. Kevin Biglan, Office of the Lawrence Township Trustee Steve Talley, OneAmerica®, Pacers Foundation, and The Ft. Ben Branch Design & Construction Companies (RATIO - The Skillman Corporation - Davis & Associates, Inc.).

School is out and camp is in at the Library! The Indianapolis Public Library (IndyPL) invites kids and teens to sign up for the 2022 Summer Reading Program: Camp Read S’more. The Summer Reading Program, taking place from June 6 until July 30, offers free workshops, programs, prizes, and great books for all ages.

It’s easy to sign up for Camp Read S’more - simply download the Beanstack app, visit indypl. beanstack.org on the web, or stop by your nearest branch to register with a staff member. Participants track the time spent reading, listening to audiobooks, reading aloud to someone, or having someone read to them. Prizes, which include passes to the Children's Museum's Haunted House, tickets to Indianapolis Indians games, free pizza from Lou Malnati's Pizzeria, and Eiteljorg Museum admission, Snapology fall class passes, A College Choice 529 Savings Plan, and books are earned at one hour, five hours, 10 hours, 15 hours, and 20 hours of reading.

Shael Weidenbach, IndyPL’S youth services manager, says that if participants read for just 20 minutes a day they can easily reach 20 hours by the end of the program. Weidenbach hopes the program makes reading enjoyable, no matter what reading level participants are at.

Find A Summer Reading Program Kick-Off Celebration Near You: “Reading is like riding a bike,” said Weidenbach. “You need to keep practicing to get better, but once you master reading, it becomes enjoyable and provides the freedom to explore new things. Without the structure of school, children, especially those that struggle with reading, let go of that daily reading experience. Our mission for the summer reading program is to motivate children to read for fun and develop literacy skills during the summer because kids and teens who read for pleasure become lifelong learners.”

There are various workshops that kids and teens can participate in including Spooky Campfire Stories, Garden Buddies with Mr. Tony, and a Campfire Obstacle Course with JumpBunch. In addition, many branches are hosting Summer Reading Kick-Off parties with

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face-painting, games, giveaways including Indy Eleven tickets, snacks, and prizes.

Eagle: Wednesday, June 1, all day

The Indianapolis Public Library is partnering with the Colts to provide books to Books for Youth, a program to give books to children in the foster care system. The community is invited to donate a new or used book to Books for Youth at any Branch location.

Glendale: Saturday, June 4 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

The Summer Reading Program is presented by Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation. Major Sponsors include Indianapolis Indians, Lilly Endowment Inc., Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust, Mary Frances Rubly & Jerry Hummer, and G. Marlyne Sexton.

Supporting Sponsors include 92.3 WTTS, Barnes & Thornburg LLP,

Garfield Park: Saturday, June 4 from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Lawrence: Saturday, June 4 from 10:45 am - 3:00 pm Pike: Saturday, June 4 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Wayne: Saturday, June 4 from 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm West Perry: Saturday, June 4 from 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Central Library: Monday, June 6 from 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Martindale-Brightwood: Wednesday, June 8 from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Register College Avenue: Saturday, June 11 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm Spades Park: Saturday, June 11 from 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

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Being Prepared for Summertime Injuries Stay safe this season with these common-sense precautions.

· Use insect repellant to limit mosquito bites and repel ticks, and wear long sleeves and pants if the weather permits.

Summer is typically a joyous time full of things to celebrate. The season brings with it lots of time outdoors, cookouts, and participating in sports or other physical activities.

But the downside of summer is the increased risk of injury. Learning about summer injury prevention will help keep you and your family safe this season.

“Families can enjoy all that summer has to offer while staying safe by taking easy, practical steps to limit accidents and environmental exposures,” says Sean Thompson, medical director of pediatric medicine at Riley Children’s Health at IU Health North. “Our team in the emergency department is happy to take care of any child who needs us, but ultimately, we hope for every child to have an injury-free, fun summer!”

Preventing the Top Childhood Summertime Injuries Thompson says that one of the top ways that children injure themselves during the summer is due to that Fourth of July favorite: fireworks.

“Some of the most serious injuries we see are burns or eye injuries related to fireworks,” Thompson says.

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· Check hair and skin for ticks after being in the woods, high grasses or bushes. · Apply sunscreen every day, even on cloudy days. Reapply every two hours or after being in the water. If possible, dress children in UPF clothing. · Have your child wear a hat when outdoors in the sun.

He suggests enjoying public firework displays, rather than using fireworks at home. “If you do your own fireworks, only adults should be using fireworks and they should not be accessible by children,” Thompson says.

Playground visits happen more often during the summer, too.

Thompson suggests that good supervision and ensuring playground equipment is safe and used correctly will prevent most serious playground injuries.

Swimming and water-related accidents also rank as one of the top ways that kids can find themselves in the emergency department during the summer.

And no matter the season: Be sure your child is wearing protective gear when riding bicycles, scooters, skateboards or anything with wheels. “The highest priority is a helmet,” Thompson says. “Protect their brains. Helmets work!”

“Water provides so much enjoyment but requires constant vigilance,” Thompson says. “Avoid distraction and maintain close supervision when your child is in or around water. Provide ‘touch supervision’: any child under 5 should be within an arm’s reach of an adult. Young children can drown in as little as 2 inches of water.”

More Summertime Safety Tips Summertime means more time in the sun, more encounters with insects and more exposure to the elements. What are some ways that parents can protect their children from non-accident-related summertime woes? Thompson offers these tips:

· Never leave a child in a car by themselves for ANY amount of time. · Offer water every 20 minutes while outside. · Provide frequent breaks in the shade.

At Riley Children’s at IU Health North in Carmel, you’ll find an ER staffed by highly skilled Riley doctors and nurses.

Learn more at RileyatNorth.org.

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2022 SUMMER CAMP GUIDE Adventure Learning Summer Camp 2022 The Children's House Adventure Learning Summer Camp offers art, music, hiking, swimming, bird watching, games, and lots of field trips. Younger children generally follow and explore the same weekly activities as older campers. The summer camp offers a relaxed environment free of competition, focusing on different kinds of adventures each week. Campers may also participate in the library's summer reading program. Registration forms and the camp brochure are available on our website, tchindy.org Camp is limited to 30 campers each week.

Dates: June 6 - August 12 • Hours: Camp Day 9 am-4 pm, extended hours 7 am to 5:45 pm • Ages: 3-14 2404 W. 62nd. St. Indianapolis, IN 46208; (317) 253-3033; email: childrenshouse08@ gmail.com; tchindy.org

AYS Summer Enrichment Take a deep breath, exhale, and let your worries wash away. Summer is here to lift your mood, and AYS is here to make sure your mood stays lifted. This summer, AYS Summer Enrichment will help keep your kids on track with learning through fun and engaging activities so you can find some “you” time.

Dates: June 6 - July 22 • Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:30am - 6:00pm • Ages: 4-12 Locations: Decatur Township, Indianapolis Public Schools, Washington Township; Phone: (317) 283-3817; email: info@ayskids. org; ayskids.org/summer

Camp Belzer Based out of the Camp Belzer, Lange Innovation Center, Discovery Day Camp is open to the public and hosts six different Discovery Tracks: Aquatics, Nature, Shooting Sports, STEM, Wild West Discovery, & Wilderness Survival.

Regardless of which Discovery Track you choose your camper will also participate in Camp Belzer favorites like the obstacle courses, The Maze, BB guns, archery, swimming & move.

Dates: Mon - Fri, June 6-July 15 • Ages: 6-13 6102 Boy Scout Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46226; (317) 813-7125; email: support@campbelzer. org; campbelzer.org

Camp Cathedral Camp Cathedral is dedicated to providing every camper with a safe environment to learn, discover, and have lots of fun! We offer more than 50 enrichment camps, including theatre, music, art, and community service. In

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addition, our ever-popular sports camps provide an opportunity to be coached by state championship-winning coaches!

Dates: June 6-July 29 (Sports Camps only June 27-July 1, no camps July 4-8) • Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. with before and after camp care available • Ages: KindergartenGrade 9 • Activities: Health/physical fitness, sports, performing arts, leadership, speech, Safe Sitter, Legos, Minecraft Phone: (317) 968-7413; email: aernst@ gocathedral.com; campcathedral.com

Camp JCC CampJCC days are full of the fun and social activities kids love and the safety and personal growth parents look for. We offer outdoor recreation on our 40-acre campus and the Eskenazi Water Park. Our tennis camps build skills and emphasize sportsmanship. Non-members welcome.

Discount rates for JCC Members, including those with summer memberships.

Dates: June 6-July 29 • Hours: 8 am-5 pm • Ages: Grades K-7 6701 Hoover Rd, Indianapolis, IN; Phone: (317) 251-9467; email: info@jccindy.org; jccindy.org/camp-jcc

Camp Little Red Door At Little Red Door, our mission is to make the most of life and the least of cancer.

We provide 26+ year-round activities designed for youth at any stage of their cancer journey through family picnics, virtual activities, a week-long summer day camp, family weekends, and a week-long camping experience at Bradford Woods.

Dates, hours and ages vary by Camp Program • Activities: Monthly Virtual Activities, Family Picnics, week-long day camp, week-long residential camp, family camp weekend 1801 N Meridian St, Indianapolis, IN 46202; (317) 925-5595; email: camp@littlereddoor. org; littlereddoor.org/camp-lrd

Central Indiana Academy of Dance There’s something for everyone this summer at CIAoD! The summer starts off June 6th with our popular young dancer day camps, featuring themes such as Frozen and Moana, ages 3-6! Themes change each week, as do the crafts and performance dances! Join us for our Youth Dance Camp for ages 6-10 and Central Indiana Dance Ensemble’s two week Summer Intensive June 6 – 17 for the experienced dancer!

Dates: June 6 - July 29 • Ages: 3-18 14950 Greyhound Court #4, Carmel, IN 46032; (317) 581-2423; email: studio@ ciaodance.com; ciaodance.com

Flat Rock River YMCA Camp Only 45 minutes southeast of Indianapolis, Flat Rock River YMCA Camp is an overnight experience where kids are Included and Engaged, becoming Confident and Inspired. We offer climbing challenge courses, zip line, river activities, creative arts, horseback riding, woodworking, kayaking, canoeing, target sports, fishing, water slide, swimming and more, plus camper personal choices on morning activities.

Lifelong relationships and life skills are formed with cabin mates and mentors.

Dates: June 5 - July 2 • Hours: Residential (Overnight) Camp • Ages: 7-16 6981 W County Rd 650 N, St Paul, IN 47272; (765) 525-6730; email: flatrock@indymca.org; FlatRockYMCA.org

Heritage Christian School At Heritage Christian, summer equals fun — for girls and boys, for scientists and athletes, for actors and artists, for engineers and myth busters, for astronauts and programmers! Our summer camps offer a unique environment where students can pursue their dreams... and we have something for everyone!

Activities: STEAM activities and lessons, daily worship, outdoor water activities (water slide and games), outdoor games, arts and crafts 6401 E 75th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46250; (317) 849-3441; email: daycamps@heritage christian.net; heritagechristian.net/summer

Indiana Montessori Academy Join us for a summer filled with fun, joy, and curiosity! We’ll spend our days baking, creating beautiful art work, running through the sprinkler, sharing popsicles with our friends, and so much more!

Dates: May-July • Ages: 3-9 2925 W 146th St., Carmel, IN 46074; (317) 569-1290; email: info@ indianamontessoriacademy.org; indianamontessoriacademy.org/

+ Metals, Painting, Photo, Print + Book Arts, Sculpture, Wood, + Mixed Media 820 E. 67th St., Indianapolis, IN 46220; (317) 255-2464; email: JNieto@IndplsArtCenter. org; IndyArtCenter.org/Camps

Indianapolis Children’s Choir: SOAR 2022 Summer Music Camp ICC’s SOAR Summer Music Camp, where kids can experience the power of music, artistry, leadership, and community in a fun and safe atmosphere. The ICC’s Summer Music Camp offers the highest quality choral music experience woven in between fun musical activities and new camp friendships! Includes a performance at the conclusion of each camp session. Financial assistance is available and in-person and virtual options are available for the 2022 camp.

Dates: June 6-9 and July 11-25 • Hours: 9 am-4 pm • Ages: Entering 1st grade - 8th grade • Activities: Singing, playing instruments, movement, and games.

Butler University, Lilly Hall, 4600 Sunset Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46208; (317) 940-9640; Contact: Lauren Southard, email: lsouthar@icchoir.org, icchoir.org/camp

Indianapolis Healthplex Camp Jill G. (Parent) - "The summer camp at Indianapolis Healthplex provides a great environment where a kid can explore several activities. My son enjoys tennis lessons and loves swimming every day.

Camp counselors are nurturing and provide a fun and safe environment, with lots of physical activity!"

Dates: Summer Camp, May 30 - July 29 • Hours: 8am-5pm • Ages: 5-12 • Activities: Swimming, Basketball, Tennis, Fitness, Nutrition, Arts & Crafts, and more!

3660 Guion Rd, Indianapolis, IN; (317) 9207400; email: jlarge@indianapolishealthplex.com

International School of Indiana Language Summer Camp

Hey, kids! It's time to set your creative side free! The Indianapolis Art Center’s week-long summer camps give youth and teens (ages 4 to 18) the chance to make art, make friends, and make memories.

From pencils and paints to plaster and pixels, there's so much to explore! Join us onsite or online for a summer to remember. Sign up today!

Looking for a unique summer activity for your children? Transport them a world away with the ISI Language Summer Camp. In partnership with the Hamilton Lugar School of Global & International Studies, this exclusive opportunity to learn and experience Mandarin, French, Korean, Spanish, and Portuguese language and culture through immersive lessons and hands-on activities at a variety of levels.

Dates: June 13 - July 29 • Hours: Hours vary by camp. • Ages: 4-18 • Activities: Clay, Digital, Drawing, Fibers, Glass, Jewelry

Dates: June 20 to July 15, dates vary based on language selection • Ages: Kindergarten - Grade 5, (K - Grade 2, and

Indianapolis Art Center

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Grade 3 - Grade 5) • Location: International School of Indiana new Chen Family Lower School Facility New Chen Family Lower School Facility, International School of Indiana, 4330 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46208; email: info@isind.org; isind.org/events/ summercamp

Park Tudor School Park Tudor School invites all central Indiana students ages 3-18 to attend its Summer Experience. We have camps for preschool, kindergarten, elementary school, middle school and high school!

In keeping with the mission of Park Tudor School, you will find our summer programs offer small class sizes and varied experiences that will foster creativity and a joy for learning. Whether it's academics, enrichment, STEM, performing arts, athletics, Spanish, or more, you'll find the perfect summer camps for your child at Park Tudor.

Experience summer at Park Tudor and discover the magic that happens when summer fun meets great teaching!

Preschool-8th 1750 W. 64th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260; (317) 202-2500; email: branigan.melissa@ sycamoreschool.org; sycamoreschool.org

The Etiquette and Leadership Institute of Indiana’s Summer Enrichment Camp The Etiquette and Leadership Institute of Indiana (ELII), “Teaching more than Table Manners,” offers customized programs designed to teach etiquette and leadership skills to children, teenagers, and young adults from 5 to 18 years of age, college students entering the job world, and professional adults. Our instructor-led courses and seminars are designed to teach individuals what they need to know to assert their presence in today.

Dates: June 20 – 24 and July 11 – 15, 2022 • Hours: 9 am to 4 pm • Ages: 8-13 (888) 354-4639; email: info@eliindiana.com; eliisummer etiquetteenrichmentcamp2022. eventbrite.com

Dates: June 6 - July 29 • Hours: 8:00 am - 3:30 pm • Ages: 3-18 7200 North College Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46240; (317) 415-2898; email: vmoreau@ parktudor.org; parktudor.org/summer

The Summer Experience at Traders Point Christian Schools

Summer U at University High School

The Summer Experience at Traders Point Christian Schools allows you to choose your own adventure! Over 60 half and full-day camps available in areas such as fine arts, athletics, STEM, culinary arts, outdoor adventures, daily field trips, 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.

Dates: June 13-July 1 and July 11-29 • Hours: 9 am-4 pm • Ages: Grades 1-12 • Activities: art, film, photography, creative writing, languages, sports, robotics, rocketry, programming, study and life skills, and more 2825 W. 116th St, Carmel, IN; Phone: (317) 733-4475; email: nnealy@ universityhighschool.org; universityhighschool.org/summer

Sycamore School Our summer program offerings are designed to help students discover and explore new topics and interests, build confidence and creativity, and keep their academic skills sharp. With the instruction of many Sycamore faculty and staff members, as well as a few of our trusted community partners, students will grow, learn, and have an awesome time during camps and classes that are not to be missed.

Dates: June 6 - July 15 • Hours: 9 am - Noon, 1 - 4 pm, and Before and After Care Options • Ages: 3-12 • Activities: A few of our most popular camps are American Girl, Fairy Camp, Super Heroes, Ooh La La Spa, Cake Wars, Secret Agents, Outdoor Survival, and Pottery and Glass.

5770 Whitestown Parkway, Whitestown, IN 46075; (317) 769-2450; email: summer@tpcs. org; tpcs.org/summer

YMCA of Greater Indianapolis Day Camps Kids need camp as a place to be themselves, learn skills, and build friendships. The YMCA of Greater Indianapolis is a home for all. With over 15 day camp locations open from 6:30am to 6:00pm, we offer a wide range of programs and pricing options available for children ages 3-15. There is a camp for everyone at the YMCA. Dates: May- Aug; Varies by location • Hours: 6:30am-6:00pm • Ages: 3-15 • Activities: sports, arts & crafts, swimming, STEM; Varies by location Phone: (317) 266-9622; INDYMCA.org/ youth-development-center/

Dates: May 31 - July 29 • Hours: 8:30am - 11:30am, 1:00pm - 4:00pm • Ages:

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EDUCATION GUIDE CARMEL Carmel Montessori Schools Carmel Montessori School is located 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

Starting Line Preschool The Right Start for A Lifelong Love of Learning! Our strong academic-based curriculum prepares and encourages your child to succeed in school while discovering learning is fun! All of our classes focus on an introduction to colors, number and letters with exciting art and science projects. Math, social studies and sight words are taught in the older classes.Develop Social Awareness & Friendships, Build Confidence and Master Academic Skills for Kinder- garten. • 110 Third Ave NE, Carmel, IN 46032, Contact: Diane Atkins, Phone: 317-753-9397, Email: dkatkins22@msn.com, startinglinepreschool.com

The Little Lamb Christian School The Little Lamb Christian School is a home away from home for children 6 weeks to pre-kindergarten. Since 1987, we have been the go-to private preschool for Carmel families who are interested in a Christian education. We are a place where children can learn, explore, create, 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

Paramount Brookside Paramount Brookside is a top-ranked, free, public school that educates K-8 grade students in an innovative environment that instills high expectations for success. Founded in 2010, Paramount Schools of Excellence accomplish its mission and teaches the mastery of Indiana Academic Standards through an emphasis on rigorous academics and experiential learning activities. Integral to the school’s approach to education are project-based 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: Toria Graham at 317-775-6660 or contact@ PSOEBrookside.org, paramountindy.org

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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 believes children learn through play, experiences, and interaction with their environment and peers. • 321 Limestone St., Indianapolis, IN 46202, Phone: 317-274- 3508, childcare. iupui.edu/index.html

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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+, PreKindergarten (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: ECC Office, Phone: 317-259-6854, Fax: 317-259- 6849 or Email: spayne@bez613.org. * Depending on the COVID-19 situation, some options might have to be changed.

Paramount Cottage Home serves K-4th grade students as a free public 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.

Cottage Home’s new, state-of-the-art facility features bright, spacious classrooms with contemporary furnishings, advanced technology capabilities, and a farm STEM discovery center. • 1203 E. St. Clair Street,

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Indianapolis, IN 46202, Contact: Amie Smith at 463-231-2837 or contact@PSOE Community.org, paramountindy.org

Paramount Englewood DOWNTOWN

INDIANAPOLIS – NORTH Beth-El Zedeck Early Childhood Center

Paramount Englewood, a free public school, serves 5-8th grade students.

The school shares the state-of-the-art P.R. Mallory campus with 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. • 3029 E. Washington Street, Indianapolis, IN 46201, Contact Peggy Purvis, at 463.231.2830 or contact@PSOE englewood. org, paramountindy.org

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

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 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 Early Childhood Center, The Church at the Crossing Parents Day Out (22-35 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. Older classrooms utilize “Handwriting Without Tears” curriculum. Various days, 9am-2pm.

Need longer hours? Try our All Day Classes designed for 3 mos – Pre K5 with operating hours, 6:30am-6pm • 9111 N. Haverstick Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46240, Contact: John Drake, Phone: 317-575-6508, Email: ecc@golove.org

Giving Tree Early Learning Open to the Public! Giving Tree Early

Learning is a Reggio inspired early education program serving children ages 12 months through Pre-K. At Giving Tree, your child's natural curiosity is nurtured through a child directed, play-based curriculum rooted in developmentally appropriate practice.

Our unique creative play spaces, such as the Light Studio and Outdoor Classroom, allow your child the opportunity to explore, discover and innovate. The small class sizes and responsive classroom environment creates a world that ignites confidence and compassion within your child as they develop their mind, body and soul alongside our skilled educators.

Visit our website- www.givingtreehhai. org to learn more. We accept CCDF and On My Way Pre-K vouchers and are rated Paths to QUALITY Level 3.

Schedule your tour today! • 6602 Hoover Road, Indianapolis, IN 46260, Contact: Ashley Flaumenhaft, Phone: 317-251-1261, Email: aflaumenhaft@hhai.org, givingtreehhai.org

International School of Indiana ISI is a non-profit, independent school that offers the International Baccalaureate curriculum to all preschool through grade 12 students.

With lessons taught in English, French, Mandarin, and Spanish, our challenging curriculum helps students excel * SPONSORED LISTINGS

academically while learning how to become responsible citizens and effective leaders. ISI also offers a wide range of sports, clubs, arts, and enrichment programs for students of all ages. New lower school facility and unified campus opening fall 2022. • 4330 N. Michigan Rd.; Phone: 317-923-1951, ext. 334; email: admissions@isind.org; isind.org

The Oaks Academy The Oaks Academy is a Christcentered school (Pre-K through 8th grade) that exists to provide a rich, classical education to children of diverse racial and socioeconomic backgrounds, preparing them to succeed in a rigorous secondary educational program and to demonstrate spiritual, social and emotional maturity. • Multiple locations; Contact: Sam Schmelzer, Phone: 317-4267990; Email: admissons@theoaksacademy. org; theoaksacademy.org

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, Director of Admissions, 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. • For

more information or to explore our virtual tour please visit our website 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: Duane Emery, Director of Enrollment Management, Phone: 317-2022500, Email: emery.duane@sycamoreschool. org, sycamoreschool.org

INDIANAPOLIS –NORTHEAST Heritage Christian School

Heritage partners with Christian families to provide a Christ-centered education with strong, college-prep academics and intentional discipleship of students. Our community combines big school opportunities with sensible class sizes, a strong curriculum that is aligned across grade levels, traditional values, and teachers committed to seeing students succeed both in and outside of the classroom. • 6401 E. 75th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46236; Phone: (317) 813-3857; email: admissions@ heritagechristian.net; heritaggechristian. net, Ages: preschool-grade 12

MSD of Lawrence Township Located in the northeast corner of Indianapolis, Lawrence is a residential suburban community of 95,000+ and home to Fort Benjamin Harrison State Park and Geist Reservoir. With families from widely diverse cultural, racial, and socio-economic backgrounds, the Lawrence community values and embraces diversity as one of its greatest strengths. Lawrence Township strives to be the district of destination, a reputation built over the years based on the district's award-winning staff, accomplished administrators, high-achieving students, supportive community, and innovative educational programs. • 6501 Sunnyside Road, Indianapolis, IN 46236; Phone: (317) 423-8200; email: danaaltemeyer@msdlt.k12. in.us; LTschools.org

INDIANAPOLIS – SOUTH Curtis Wilson Primary School and Academy Curtis Wilson Primary School and Academy, a program 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 - 6th Grade. • 7850 South Emerson Ave., Indianapolis , 46237, Phone: 317-882-8636, jhaywood-rollins@ beechtreehouse.com, cwpsa.com

VIRTUAL Paramount Virtual Learning Not sure about your K-8th grade students returning to school? Make the Change that makes Difference - choose virtual learning at Paramount Schools of Excellence. Whether on one of Paramount's three state-of-the-art campuses or virtual learning from home, you can expect top-ranked academics, experienced certified teachers, and support. • Call 317-519-4588 or check out paramountindy.org for more information.

WESTFIELD Kids 360° Early Learning Academy Kids 360° Early Learning Academy is a first-of-its-kind preschool for kids ages 3-5, offering an expansive, state-ofthe-art learning environment designed to facilitate optimal learning for the whole child. Backed by science, our progressive movement-based curriculum primes the brain for learning, improves sensory/motor integration, and helps kids build healthy life skills. Tours available beginning Summer of 2022! • 360 E

186th St. Westfield, IN 46074, Phone: 317-888-4805; Email: support@ kids360preschool.com; kids360preschool. com, Ages 3-5

SPECIAL NEEDS Easterseals Crossroads Offering comprehensive disability services for people of all ages. Early Intervention, Autism Services, PT, OT, Speech Therapy, Feeding/ Swallowing issues, Augmentative Comm-unication, 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: 317-4661000, Email: info@ easterseals crossroads.org, eastersealscrossroads.org

Montessori School of Westfield, Inc. Located on 3 wooded acres in Central Indiana, the Montessori School of Westfield adheres to the academic 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, montessorischoolofwestfield.com

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The IUPUI Center for Young Children offers valuable programs for children ages six weeks to 6 years old. Our newest program, the STEM Pre-K learning experience, is designed for children ages 4 – 6 years old and built to engage your child’s inquisitive nature with the exploration of science!

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Where Families Can Dine Outside This Summer It’s patio season, which means taking advantage of these long days and warm nights in Indianapolis by dining outdoors. Here's a round-up of some family-friendly, must-try restaurants that feature great outdoor dining.

Baby’s 2147 N. Talbott St., Indianapolis

You’ll find kid-approved smash burgers, fried chicken and milkshakes on the menu, but the best part of Baby’s (from a kid’s perspective) is the awesome kids play area on the patio. They also offer magnet tiles for little ones to play with while you’re waiting for your food!

Field Brewing 303 E Main Street, Westfield

Sometimes, parents just need a great restaurant with great food and drinks, where their children can play close by. That’s Field Brewing in a nutshell. This Westfield brewery has an amazing garden and outdoor patio seating, with an area where visitors can play bocce ball, giant Jenga, and just hang out on the artificial turf.

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Ford’s Garage 13193 Levinson Lane, Noblesville

Car lovers will get a kick out of Ford’s Garage, a restaurant that is decked out with Ford car parts and memorabilia. There are even real cars inside the restaurant!

After your meal, walk outside of the restaurant and make a right, and you’ll see an outdoor play area for kids, which is part of the Hamilton Town Center outdoor shopping mall.

Fork + Ale House 350 Veterans Way, Carmel

Fork + Ale House serves all the kid favorites: chicken tenders, burgers, and white mac and cheese. But it really shines because it’s situated right in the center of Carmel’s Midtown Plaza. During nice weather, choose to sit on Fork + Ale House’s patio, and you’ll be near the outdoor ping pong tables, pool tables and giant LED TV screen. Parents can enjoy their meal while the kids play!

Half Liter BBQ 5301 Winthrop Ave., Indianapolis

Half Liter BBQ is a great place to bring your half-pints. Not only does this Broad Ripple restaurant serve up some of the best barbecue in Indianapolis, but there is a large outdoor seating area that is open, casual, and family-friendly. You can even

play a game of cornhole while you’re waiting for your food! And don’t forget to get dessert after your meal, as Half Liter serves two kid favorite: Dippin’ Dots and Rice Krispie Treats!

Iozzo’s Garden of Italy 946 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis

A good restaurant for older kids, Iozzo’s Garden of Italy has been serving up Italian-American classics in Indy for years. Iozzo’s patio is magical around dinner time, when the twinkling lights sparkle, making the gorgeous fountain in the garden shimmer.

Italian music softly playing adds to the ambiance.

Lou Malnati’s Broad Ripple 6320 Ferguson St., Indianapolis

The only Lou Malnati’s in Indy with a dine-in eatery, this Chicago-based deep-dish pizza restaurant also

has a large outdoor patio that overlooks the Broad Ripple canal.

Lou’s features an extensive kids menu, as well as a fun circus theme throughout the restaurant — including fun wacky mirrors that make you feel like you’re in a fun house!

Traders Point Creamery 9101 Moore Road, Zionsville

Traders Point Creamery is a working dairy farm that offers local ingredients at their farm-to-table restaurant. From April through October, visitors can take a self-guided tour of the farm property, and visit with some of the Traders Point Creamery cows, chickens and other animals that call the Zionsville farm their home. And for dessert, kids will especially love that there’s a Dairy Bar on site, where you can order freshly made ice cream, milkshakes, sundaes and floats, which you can enjoy inside the restaurant or outdoors on the big patio.

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Festival season is in full swing, and you can find lots of charming celebrations happening all around the state.

Here are some of the more popular smalltown festivals that are worth traveling for!

Artie Fest Downtown Martinsville

JULY 8-9 Each July, Martinsville gears up for Artie Fest, an annual community celebration of all things Artesian. The festival kicks off on Friday night with live music and food vendors, and Saturday brings a 5K run/walk, car show, live music, kid's activities and more. The festival culminates in an outdoor, family-friendly movie shown under the stars.

Three Rivers Festival Downtown Fort Wayne

JULY 8-16 Indiana’s second largest summer festival, Three Rivers Festival draws nearly half a million visitors each summer. This weeklong fest offers everything from a food alley, a children’s fest, a drag show, an international village, art in the park, parade, and so much more, culminating with a fireworks finale on the final day.

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Every year in Peru, Indiana, more than 200 kids and youth, ages 7 to 21, present circus performances during this week-long summer festival.

Celebrate Peru’s circus heritage by witnessing beautifully costumed, skilled performers, as well as rides, food, games and more on the main streets of Peru.

And for the grand finale, grab a seat and watch Peru's own Circus City Parade, one of Indiana's largest parades.

What began as a downtown clothesline art show 60 years ago has grown into one of the top arts and crafts festivals in the nation.

Browse from a wide range of vendors, listen to live music, tour Amish Acres, dine in the famous family-style restaurant and enjoy performances in The Round Barn Theatre.

Jasper Strassenfest Downtown Jasper

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Pierogi Fest Downtown Whiting

JULY 29-31 Pierogi Fest is an opportunity to celebrate the city’s Eastern European history with the current culture that blends many backgrounds from around the world into a community that is totally unique. Enjoy the wacky Polka Parade, beer and wine gardens, specialty arts and crafts, and food galore. Tuck into a variety of different kinds of pierogi, and participate in games like the pierogi toss and pierogi-eating contest.

This family-oriented street festival is filled with German music and merriment. At the Jasper Strassenfest, visitors can enjoy a variety of authentic German food and tasty treats,

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Marshall County Blueberry Festival Centennial Park, Plymouth

SEPT. 1-5 Celebrate one of nature’s best blue fruits: blueberries! At the Blueberry Festival, families can come together to enjoy carnival rides and games, pony rides, laser tag, a lumberjack show, sports competitions, and of course, lots of blueberries and blueberry foods! There will also be hundreds of crafters selling unique handmade wares. There’s something for everyone at this festival.

Valparaiso Popcorn Festival SEPT. 10 This long-standing community tradition returns for its 43nd year! The Valparaiso Popcorn Festival offers family-fun activities for all ages, with more than 250 arts and crafts booths, dozens of food booths, kids’ games, the five-mile Popcorn Panic race, two live music stages and the nation’s first Popcorn Parade.

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Celebrating 50 Years with Eagle Creek Park One of the most beautiful spaces in the Indy Parks family is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and we need your help to make it spectacular.

With 1,400 acres of water and 3,900 acres of forest, Eagle Creek Park is one of the largest city parks in the nation, offering unmatched opportunities for recreation and fitness, educational programs at two nature centers (Earth Discovery Center and the Ornithology Center), and engaging experiences such as concerts, day camps, and more for youth and adults.

50th Anniversary Challenges How do you enjoy Eagle Creek Park? Try one of our seven 2022 challenges! Complete any or all of the following challenges and come to the Park Office, Earth Discovery Center, or Ornithology Center with proof to earn a free commemorative sticker (one for each challenge).

Join us all year long as we celebrate 50 years of Eagle Creek Park! The park was officially dedicated on June 10, 1972, and park staff have planned a full year of activities, challenges, a park history, and events to bring park visitors together in honor of the milestone.

• 50 Dollars: donate or raise $50 for the Eagle Creek Park Foundation

One June 10, Eagle Creek Park is offering $1 park admission and a free concert at the Beach.

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• 50 Visits: visit Eagle Creek Park at least 50 times • 50 Miles: hike, run, bike, paddle, or ride at least 50 miles in the park • 50 Species: identify 50 different species of birds, plants, insects or any wildlife • 50 Photos: take 50 photos in the park • 50 Own challenge!

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• 50 Hours: volunteer 50 hours at the park in 2022 and receive a special button or patch!

As we showcase our 50th anniversary, we are encouraging park visitors to use the hashtag #ECP50th (@eaglecreekpark_indy on Facebook & Instagram). And, visit eagle-creekpark-50th.creator-spring.com to grab 50th anniversary merchandise — hoodies, t-shirts, tank tops, and even a fanny pack!

Local destinations to take a dip, make a splash and play in the water.

Finding somewhere to cool down on a hot day is easy this summer. From beaches to pools, the Indianapolis area has something for every age and every mood.

Brookside Family Aquatic Center 3510 Brookside Pkwy. S. Dr., Indianapolis facebook.com/BrooksideParkIndy

Open through the first weekend in August, Brookside Family Aquatic Center is perfect for a summer day at the pool. Call (317) 327-7179 for more details.

Eagle Creek Park Swimming Beach 7602 Eagle Beach Dr., Indianapolis eaglecreekpark.org

Open in June and July, the beach has multiple swimming areas, “Plunge Harbor” and lifeguards. A playground and beach volleyball are available on land. Kids under 2 are free, youths and seniors are $4 weekdays/$5 weekends, and adults are $5 weekdays/$6 weekends.

Freedom Springs Aquatic Park 850 W. Stop 18 Rd., Greenwood greenwood.in.gov

Greenwood’s aquatic park features a lazy river, splash pad, slides and more. Daily admission rates range from $6-$10 depending on age and residency status. Season passes are also available.

Mulberry Fields Park 9645 Whitestown Rd., Zionsville zionsville-in.gov

This 38-acre park in Zionsville includes walking paths, a skate park, picnic shelters, a splash pad, and more! The free splash pad is open every day through Labor Day, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Murphy Aquatic Park Garfield Park Aquatic Center

311 Production Drive, Avon washingtontwpparks.org

2345 Pagoda Dr., Indianapolis garfieldparkindy.org

At Murphy Aquatic Park you can play on an ADA accessible water playground and ride the wave at central Indiana's largest wave pool.

Afterward, enjoy some sweet treats at Compass Cafe. Resident day passes start at $8. Individual and household season passes are also available.

Enjoy the center’s two pools, water slides, lap lanes and spray features.

Admission is free for kids under 2 and ranges from $3-$5 for youth and adults.

Morse Park and Beach 19777 Morse Park Lane, Noblesville hamiltoncounty.in.gov

The 23-acre park not only has an 18-acre disc golf course, but also an impressive aquatic adventure park with inflatable water activities, swimming and more! The water park is open through September 6.

Saxony Lake & Beach 13358 Pennington Rd., Fishers saxony-indiana.com

Splash Island Family Waterpark 651 Vestal Rd., Plainfield splashislandplainfield.com

Located on 4.3 acres in Plainfield, Splash Island has water slides, an interactive play area, water basketball court and more. Guests are allowed to bring coolers, but note that coolers will be checked and glass is not allowed. Daily admission rates range from $4-$11 depending on age and residency status.

The Waterpark at the Monon Center 1195 Central Park Dr W., Carmel carmelclayparks.com

The Waterpark offers waterslides, a lazy river, the FlowRider (surf simulator) and more. Season passes are available, as well as single day tickets priced at $12 for adults, $9 for kids and seniors.

You don’t need to travel far to feel sand between your toes! The beach is open daily from 11 a.m.-7 p.m. through Labor Day. Admission is free for Fishers residents and kids under 2, and $5 for non-residents.

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INDY HAS NO END OF OPPORTUNITY FOR SUMMER ENTERTAINMENT, LEARNING AND EXPLORATION! CHECK OUT THESE COOL LISTINGS THAT WILL HELP YOUR FAMILY FILL THE HOT SUMMER DAYS AHEAD.

Visit Fort Wayne Located just two hours north of Indianapolis, Fort Wayne is a city that has it all! Fill your next family adventure with outdoorsy exploration along 8-miles of riverfront in downtown Fort Wayne, the vibrancy of Fort Wayne’s art scene, and discovering your wild side at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo. (260) 424-3700 | visitfortwayne.com | 927 South Harrison St., Fort Wayne, IN 46802

Seize the Summer with Fishers Parks Enjoy a full slate of new events and return favorites like Monsoon Madness, Glow in the Park, free concerts at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, farm life at the Fishers AgriPark, fresh and local food at the Fishers Farmers Market. The Fishers Parks team challenges you to Seize the Summer by taking a stroll down the newly opened Nickel Plate Trail, getting in touch with you creative side at the Maker Playground, spending a day off at Saxony Lake & Beach, or going downtown for the return of the annual Spark!Fishers festival in June.

(317) 595-3150 | playfishers.com

Warren County - Ohio's Largest Playground In the steamy Midwest summer, there’s no cooler place to play than Ohio’s Largest Playground Warren County! Easily drivable and packed with record-crushing coasters, wild water parks and more warm weather fun, it’s a perfect summer getaway – not far away - for the entire family.

Plan your play today!

(513) 204-1900 | OhiosLargestPlayground.com | 5412 Courseview Drive, Ste. 2022, Mason, OH 45040

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Kid TRI for Kids Triathlon Series Overall initiative of Kids Tri for Kids: · Offer safe races where kids can learn the value of fun competition! · Helping all kids become healthy kids! · Educating all kids on affordable fitness options: swimming, biking and running! · Partnering with Best Buddies to help get all kids involved with physical activity. · Expanding fitness awareness to all kids!

(317) 590-7522 | KidsTRIforKids.com | Greenfield: June 12, Zionsville: July 4, & Indy: July 31

Sweet Peas Play Cafe Summers in Indiana are both beautiful and unpredictable. Save money on your visit to Sweet Peas Play Cafe on the not-so-nice days by getting a Summer Pass for your family! Summer pass holders are ineligible for members-only discounts & perks. Online orders will receive passes starting on May 31.

(765) 450-1825 | sweetpeaskokomo.com/summer-pass | 1825 S Plate St, Kokomo, IN 46902

Handel's Homemade Ice Cream Since 1945 Handel's award-winning homemade ice cream is made fresh daily on the premises.

We use products, equipment, methods, and recipes exclusive only to Handel's. Our philosophy is to use the best ingredients available and always in abundance.

Carmel: 2466 E. 146th St., (317) 705-1855 / Fishers: 8760 E. 116th St., (317) 585-8065 / Noblesville: 14165 Cabela Parkway, (317) 343-9857 / Greenwood: 902 N State Rd. 135, (317) 559-3552 | handelsicecream.com

Visit Morgan County Get out of the city! Morgan County is the perfect place to visit family-owned farms, stroll down Main Street, enjoy live music and explore outdoor spaces. Learn about lavender, bottle your own honey, enjoy horseback riding or pick your own berries. Take in an outdoor concert or hike a forest trail.

(765) 346-5611 | visitmorgancountyin.com | 466 S. Main Street, Martinsville, IN 46151

Gen Con The Best Four Days in Gaming™ returns to the Indiana Convention Center August 4-7! From board games to puzzles, arts & crafts, puppet shows, costume parades, food trucks, live music & entertainment, escape rooms, magic shows, arcade games, Pokémon, a game library, and shopping – there’s 12,000+ events and 500+ exhibitors the whole family will enjoy! Kids 10 and under get free admission with an adult badge. Be on the lookout for Genevieve, the friendly Gen Con dragon, for a fun photo op!

(206) 385-1967 | gencon.com | Indiana Convention Center, 100 S. Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46225

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Washington Township Park Come splash with us at Murphy Aquatic Park this summer. Play on our ADA accessible water playground. Ride the wave at central Indiana's largest wave pool. Enjoy some sweet treats at our Compass Cafe. Murphy Aquatic Park is a place for ALL to come and explore. Located on 625 in Avon across from the AJAA ball fields.

(317) 289-967 | washingtontwpparks.org | 311 Production Drive, Avon, IN 46123

Hamilton County 4-H Fair The Hamilton County 4-H Fair returns, July 14-18, 2022 at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds in Noblesville. The 4-H Fair is free to the public and sponsored by the Hamilton County 4-H Council, Inc. Families can enjoy great food, interact with animals, and enjoy handson activities and events open for public participation. Admission and parking are free for this family-friendly event. Come join the fun! extension.purdue.edu/county/hamilton/hamilton-county-fair/4-h-families.html 2003 Pleasant St, Noblesville, IN 46060

IU Health Momentum Indy Pedal, jump, climb and play all while learning to stay happy, healthy and safe this summer at the 12th annual IU Health Momentum Indy, August 27 - 28. This FREE family-friendly festival features pro-am bike races, Lifestyle Expo, community bike rides, kids activities, delicious food, drink, entertainment, and more. momentumindy.org | University Park, 307 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis 46204

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis features five floors of educational fun for all ages!

Outside, the 7.5-acre Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience encourages movement with interactive exhibits that let visitors play a variety of sports. Visit the museum's website to learn more.

(317) 334-4000 | childrensmuseum.org | 3000 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN 46208

Sun King Brewery & Spirits Sun King Brewery & Spirits has five family-friendly tap rooms in Central Indiana and coming soon to Mishawaka - each serving award-winning Craft Beers and Sun King Spirits! Local food partner options also available at each location. Check out www.sunkingbrewing.com for more information.

(317) 602-3702 | sunkingbrewing.com | 135 N. College Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46202

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Indiana State Fair 2022: Fun at the Speed of Summer This year’s Indiana State Fair, July 29-Aug. 21, celebrates Indiana’s automotive excellence presented by Tom Wood Automotive Group. Enjoy everything you love about the fair – from delicious food, live entertainment, the thrills of the Midway, livestock competitions and more, plus a celebration of more than a century of Hoosier heritage and horsepower.

(317) 927-7500 | indianastatefair.com | 1202 E. 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205

Hamilton County Parks & Recreation Cool Creek Summer Concert Series: The Flying Toasters: June 17, Fleetwood Gold: June 24, Toy Factory: July 1, The Nauti Yachtys, featuring Josh Kaufman, July 1, Stella Luna and The Satellites: July 22, and 45 RPM: August 5! 7 p.m. $5 (12 and under free).

(317) 770-4400 | myhamiltoncountyparks.com | Cool Creek Park, 2000-1 E. 151st St. Carmel/Westfield

Conner Prairie Discover something new this summer at Conner Prairie! Travel back to the 1800’s where history comes to life and a new friend awaits you around every corner. Immerse yourself in nature as you climb a 4-story treehouse then soar hundreds of feet in the air in our balloon voyage experience.

(317) 776-6000 | connerprairie.org | 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers IN 46038

The Waterpark Your destination for splish-splashing fun! Surf the waves on the FlowRider®, splash in the Activity Pool, and lounge in the Lazy River. With features for every age and ability, The Waterpark in Carmel has everything you need for a 5-star family-friendly day. Open daily May 28-Aug. 7, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.

(317) 848-7275 | carmelclayparks.com/the-waterpark | 1195 Central Park Dr W, Carmel, IN 46032

Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra A 40+ year tradition continues this summer at Conner Prairie with Kroger Symphony on the Prairie. The lineup features 10 concerts with the ISO as well as appearances by Melissa Etheridge, Three Dog Night, and musical tributes to many other fan favorites. Buy tickets online at IndianapolisSymphony.org or at your Central Indiana Kroger stores.

(317) 639-4300 | 45 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN 46204 indianapolissymphony.org/events/season-subscribe/series/symphony-on-the-prairie

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Visit Corydon & Harrison County With three breathtaking caverns, 50 miles of nature trails, more than 60+ miles of waterways, and a one-of-a-kind downtown, visitors can unplug and reconnect with the passions and people who matter most. Visit Corydon, conveniently located at the intersection of I-64 and I-65 two hours south of Indianapolis.

(812) 738-2138 | thisisindiana.org | 310 N. Elm St., Corydon, IN 47112

Birdies Birdies is an 11,000 square foot Grillhouse and Sports Bar overlooking a 36 hole Miniature Golf Course located in Westfield, Indiana. This kid friendly establishment has over 500 seats, 2 indoor bars, 1 outdoor bar, and rooftop and patio seating.

(317) 706-4906 | birdiesindy.com | 632 E. IN-32, Westfield, IN 46074

Summer Stock Stage Look who’s moved into the neighborhood! Summer Stock Stage presents everyone’s favorite kooky family in this spectacular musical comedy. Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, is all grown up and has a shocking secret; she’s fallen in love with a sweet young man from a respectable family. With his cherished Morticia in the dark, will Gomez manage to keep his daughter’s secret until the two families meet for a fateful dinner with hilarious consequences?

Join them, Uncle Fester, Lurch, Pugsley and more for a heart-warming story of love, family and friendship… with a twist! summerstockstage.com | 7200 N. College Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46240

City of Westfield: Westfield Welcome Join us for year-round fun in Westfield! Westfield Welcome focuses on community engagement and hospitality for residents, businesses and visitors. As a department of the City of Westfield, we are proud to host numerous unique events & exciting programs throughout the year. Visit westfieldwelcome.com for our full event line-up.

(317) 804-3182 | westfieldwelcome.com | 19000 Grand Park Blvd, Westfield, IN 46074

The Indianapolis Zoo Located along the scenic White River, the Indianapolis Zoo is the perfect stop for animal lovers.

Reach into the nation’s largest Shark Touch Pool, come face-to-face with orangutans, watch colorful macaws soar and discover wildlife from all corners of the globe.

(317) 630-2001 | indianapoliszoo.com | 1200 West Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46222

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Center of Science and Industry Voted the #1 Science Museum in the Nation 3 years in a row. COSI - like science - is for everybody: all ages, backgrounds and abilities. With this guiding belief, we serve as a pillar of learning and a cultural cornerstone committed to serving all members of our diverse community.

Across our 320,000 square foot facility, we bring science to life through 300+ interactive experiences, nine galleries featuring world class traveling and permanent exhibitions, explosive live shows, our little kidspace® exhibit for learners birth through first grade, and a Planetarium.

(614) 228-COSI | COSI.org | 333 West Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215

Paradise Rental Boats at Fourwinds Marina We make summer fun easy! Book your rental boat online, get on the water, and make memories for a lifetime. With our fast booking and large fleet, you’ll be swimming, sliding, fishing, or tubing in no time. Grab your family and friends, grab your gear, and get on the water!

(812) 824-2628 | bestinboating.com/boat-rentals/fourwinds 9301 S. Fairfax Rd., Bloomington, IN 47401

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WED 01 Canal Nights: Race Day

Discover different kinds of races, test engineering designs to see if what you build travels the fastest, and take part in hands-on activities and demonstrations. • Location: The canal outside Indiana

State Museum, Time: 6-8 pm, indianamuseum.org FREE

Sensory Story Time with Carter’s Play Place Interactive sensory play during an evening story time for all ages. Engage in hands-on play to bring stories to life! • Location: Westfield Washington Public Library, Time: 6-6:30 pm, wwpl.lib. in.us FREE *SN

THURS 02 Concerts on the

Canal: Touch of Grass The 2022 Concerts on the Canal series features a spectacular lineup of entertainers, including bluegrass band Touch of Grass. • Location: Indiana Historical Society terrace, Time: 6-8 pm, indianahistory.org

First Thursday Night @ The Children’s Museum On the first Thursday of every month, it's just $6 admission per person! • Location: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, Time: 4-8 pm, childrensmuseum.org

Newfields Community Day Enjoy free admission to Newfields on the first Thursday of the month. Advance ticket is required. • Location: Newfields, Time: 11 am-8 pm, discovernewfields.org

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cost. • Location: Conner Prairie, Time: 6-10 pm, connerprairie.org

Mud Day Come out, get messy and have some fun with us and the Greenwood Fire Department as we mud up some ground and dive in! • Location: Freedom Park in Greenwood, Time: 10-11 am or 12-1 pm, greenwood.in.gov FREE

FRI 03̶SUN 05 Indy PopCon

Celebrate the spirit of the independent creator and their fans. If you’re a fan of TV/movies, gaming, internet culture, cosplay and comics, then you’ll be able to support budding artists and find fun at PopCon. • Location: Indiana Convention Center, popcorn.us

FRI 03̶SAT 18 The Little Prince Experience a stage production of this French children's book! The Little Prince (or Le Petit Prince) is a complex fable that speaks to fans of all ages and from all walks of life. • Location: Mud Creek Theatre, mudcreekplayers.org

through historical areas, check out 1830s entertainment, meet the Temperance women of the 1860s, all while sampling the best from local breweries. Food options available at an additional FREE / free for families!

*ONGOING /a recurring event

JCPL's Franklin Branch, Time: 11 am, indianapolissymphony.org

SAT 04̶SUN 05 Mallow Run

Strawberry Festival Celebrate strawberry season! Food trucks, wine, strawberry shortcake, and live music on the lawn. • Location: Mallow Run Winery, mallowrun.com

SUN 05 Broad Ripple Duck Race See which lucky duck takes the checkered flag! Free children’s activities on the Rainbow Bridge from 3-5 pm. At 4:30, thousands of rubber ducks will enter the water where the Monon trail crosses the Central Canal. The ducks race west down the canal towards the finish line by the pedestrian bridge near College Avenue. • Location: Downtown Broad Ripple, Time: 3 pm, broadrippleindy.org FREE

SAT 04 Earth Day Indiana Festival A free annual event designed to celebrate and educate on environmental topics such as recycling, conservation of natural resources and sustainable living. • Location: Garfield Park Conservatory, Time: 11 am-5 pm, earthdayindiana.org

StoryWalk at Newfields 100 Acres Take a walk and enjoy a story as you go! Stop by the Eagle Branch to receive a special activity packet to go with the story. • Location: Newfields 100 Acres, Time: 1-3 pm, indypl.org FREE

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MON 06 Scien-Tots Little scientists

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FRI 03 History on Tap Wander

Teddy Bear Concert Series: The Big Note Enjoy an interactive performance of The Big Note, designed to introduce children to instruments of the orchestra through story, movement, and live music played by musicians from the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. • Location:

Family Game Day Families and children of all ages are invited to drop in any time to make new friends while playing board games or solving puzzles. Games and puzzles will be provided. • Location: Southport Branch Library, Time: Noon-4 pm, indypl.org FREE

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/ an Indy's Child favorite!

and their caregivers will investigate STEM concepts through a story and hands-on exploration at learning stations in this lab-style program. Ages 2-4; registration required. • Location: Noblesville Library, Time: 9:30 am, hepl.lib.in.us FREE

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TUES 07 Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live! In this whimsical, family-friendly theatrical event, Daniel Tiger and his family and friends take audiences on an interactive and exciting adventure to the Neighborhood of Make-Believe, sharing stories of friendship, helping others, and celebrating new experiences. • Location: Clowes Memorial Hall, Time: 6:30 pm, danieltigerlive.com

Jedi Nature Training Calling all younglings! Are you ready to embark on a journey to a galaxy no-so-far away? Explore our mysterious planet, connect with nature, and complete an epic ecological mission. • Location: Zionsville Nature Center, Time: 10 am-3 pm, hmmpl.org

WED 08 Canal Nights: Nature

Play Day Explore the museum grounds and White River State Park, and play and create with natural materials. • Location: The canal outside Indiana

State Museum, Time: 6-8 pm, indianamuseum.org FREE

Family Trivia Night: World Ocean Day Join the library for a fun and informal competition where teams battle to see who has the knowledge as deep as the ocean! • Location: Westfield Washington Public Library, Time: 6-7 pm, wwpl.lib.in.us FREE

THURS 09 Bike Parade Decorate

your bike, scooter, stroller or wheelchair and let’s go for a ride on the Vandalia Trail! Show off your creativity and then join a naturalist and community partners for an easy bike ride along the paved trail. • Location: Vandalia Trail-Amo Trailhead, Time: 4 pm, hendrickscountyparks.org FREE

FRI 10 Finding Nemo Interactive

Movie Nemo has disappeared! Marlin and Dory have embarked on a search to find him, and you can come along on their journey. Each attendee will receive a goodie bag and play along in their adventures. Ages 7+ or younger with an adult.

Registration required. • Location: Noblesville Library, Time: Time: 2-4 pm, hepl.lib.in.us FREE

Movie in the Park: Encanto Enjoy an evening in the park to watch Encanto! A special guest will join to lead a dance from the movie. • Location: Williams Park, Time: 7 pm, brownsburg.org FREE

Zoobilation The Zoo’s familiar landscape of incredible animals and exhibits will be transformed with the rhythms of live music and access to premium food and beverages. • Location:

Indianapolis Zoo, Time: 7 pm-12 am, indianapoliszoo.com

SAT 11 Art on the Prairie Browse and

shop the creations of local artists and artisans, enjoy live music and more. • Location: Conner Prairie, Time: 10 am-4 pm, connerprairie.org

Bike Carmel: Family Fun Ride Enjoy a two-mile family bike ride on paths and trails.

Registration and bike rodeo at 8:30 a.m.; ride begins at 9:30 a.m. • Location: Carmel Elementary School, carmel.in.gov FREE

Indy Pride Parade and Festival Indiana's Largest LGBTQ Celebration culminates in a festival for all ages! • Location: Mass Ave, Time: 10 am-Noon, indypride.org

Saturday Morning Live Block Party Kids and teens are invited to join a live Block Party!

Stop by and join the Learning Curve Learning Specialists and other kid builders to complete fun challenges with LEGOs. • Location: Central Library, Time: 10-10:45 am, indypl.org FREE

SAT 11̶SUN 12 Shen Yun Classical Chinese dance, live orchestral music, authentic costumes, and interactive backdrops take guests on an extraordinary journey through China’s 5,000 years of divinely inspired culture. • Location: Clowes

SUN 12 Family Concert: Mariachi

Sol Jalisciense Enjoy a fun afternoon filled with music and dancing. Mariachi Sol Jalisciense, a local Indianapolis Mariachi group, will delight all with favorite songs accompanied by a dancing duo. • Location: Central Library, Time: 3-4 pm, indypl.org FREE

Sensory-friendly Sundays @ Conner Prairie The second Sunday of every month, exhibit components that make noise will be turned off. All quiet spaces can be utilized and staff trained in Sensory Friendly Practices will be on hand in case anyone needs assistance. • Location: Conner Prairie, Time: 10 am-Noon, connerprairie.org FREE *SN

MON 13 Messy Munchkins Listen to a story, then squish and smush your way into the benefits of messy play. Dress for mess! Ages 2-5.

Registration required. • Location: Noblesville Library, Time: 10-11 am, hepl.lib.in.us FREE

TUES 14 Tot Tunes This program

incorporates songs and dance that will help get you ready for your busy day. Encourages the development of gross motor skills and language skills. For toddlers and preschoolers and their caregiver. Registration is required. • Location:

Noblesville Library, Time: 9:30-10 am, hepl.lib.in.us FREE

WED 15 Cool Creek Campfires:

Nocturnal Animals Indiana WILD will join us for a program all about animals of the night!

These highly adaptive nocturnal creatures are as interesting as they are unusual! • Location: Cool Creek Nature Center, Time: 7 pm, hamiltoncounty.in.gov FREE

Memorial Hall, butlerartscenter.org

Simon Summer Sledding Who says a sledding hill is only good for snow? Beat the heat and cool off with your sled while zooming down a hill on a tarp while getting sprayed by hoses from our Westfield Fire Department! • Location: Simon Moon Park, Time: 10 am-1 pm, westfieldwelcome.com FREE

THURS 16 LEGO Challenge Put

your skills and creativity to the test by joining us for a fast paced LEGO showdown! Grades K-5. • Location: Noblesville Library, Time: 4-5 pm, hepl.lib. in.us FREE

Outdoor Nerf Battle Get your Nerf on!

This free event has Nerf darts on hand and some loaner Nerf guns. Please wear eye protection and bring your own water. • Location: Pecar Park, Time: 6-7 pm, washingtontwpparks.org FREE

FRI 17 Juneteenth Foodways

Festival Come see, taste, celebrate and experience how Black cuisine adds flavor to America’s favorite foods, featuring an interactive food experience highlighting the hidden history of diverse Hoosiers from the 1860s-1890s from the perspective of African-Americans. • Location: Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, Time: 4-8 pm, bhpsite.org

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Make It Take It: Father’s Day Drop in and make a gift for the father-figure in your life. Kids will leave with an item suitable for giving, complete with gift wrap. $1. • Location: Westfield Washington Public Library, Time: 2-4 pm, wwpl.lib.in.us

Touch-a-Truck An opportunity to climb up into the driver's seat, honk the horn, and experience all the exciting things transportation vehicles can do! Sensory-friendly hour (no horns, sirens or lights) from 10-11 am. • Location: Grand Park

Sports Campus, Time: 10 am-1 pm, westfieldwelcomes.com FREE *SN

SAT 18 Indy Juneteenth

Celebration Celebrate Juneteenth in the name of freedom, diversity and inclusion with a festival featuring live music, food trucks, DJs, games, education stations and more. • Location: White River State Park, Time: Noon-6 pm, indyjuneteenth.com FREE

Juneteenth Free Day @ Indiana State Museum The Indiana State Museum and Historic Sites invite you to celebrate Juneteenth — which commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States — with free admission. • Location: Indiana State Museum, Time: 10 am-5 pm, indianamuseum. org FREE

TUES 21̶SAT 25 Spark!Fishers

This weeklong festival features a 5K and fun run, car and art show, concerts on Tuesday night and Friday night, and Saturday’s Spark!Fishers Street Festival with a parade, live music, food and drink, artisan vendors, art displays, kids and teen zones, fireworks and so much more! • Location: Fishers Municipal Complex, sparkfishers.com FREE

WED 22 World Explorers Each

week, young children can explore the world with music, activities, stories and more! • Location:

Plainfield-Guilford Twp. Public Library, Time: 10-10:30 am, plainfieldlibrary.net FREE

THURS 23 Family Movie Night at

the Pool: Moana Enjoy watching Moana on a movie screen above the wave pool. $8 for pool entrance and $6 for the movie. • Location: Murphy Aquatic Park, 7 pm, washingtontwpparks.org

Read-aloud Storytime with IMPD Enjoy storytime with Commander Lewis from Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department West.

• Location: Eagle Branch Library, Time: 10:30-11:30 am, indypl.org FREE

FRI 24 Colts at Bat @ Nickel Plate Sunrise Express: Donuts and Dads Climb aboard and enjoy a donut with dad! Celebrate Father's Day on Nickel Plate Express with a 65-minute train ride. Start the day with coffee or orange juice and a tasty donut! • Location: Nickel Plate Express, Time: 10 & 11:30 am, nickelplateexpress.com

MON 20 Family Bingo Night Kids, bring your parents or grandparents for an intergenerational fun night with classic Bingo games! •

Location: Westfield Washington Public Library, Time: 6-7 pm, wwpl.lib.in.us FREE

TUES 21 Community Concert

Series: White River Wind Symphony Orchestra Enjoy weekly live shows from local and regional bands and performers during these Tuesday night community concerts. • Location: The AMP at Nickel Plate District, Time: 7-9 pm, npdamp.com FREE

SAT, JUNE 18 DONUTS AND DADS AT NICKEL PLATE EXPRESS

Indianapolis Indians The ball diamond and gridiron collide as two of Indy’s professional sports teams join forces. Be one of the first 2,000 fans through the Victory Field gates and receive a Colts rally towel. Colts players will sign autographs and cheerleaders will perform during the game. Stick around for postgame fireworks. • Location: Victory Field, Time: 7:05 pm, milb.com/indianapolis

Decades After Dark Featuring Scooby-Doo Dress up in your favorite style from your favorite decade — the 70s, 80s, or 90s — and boogie on down to The Children's Museum so you can bust a move at this totally tubular party for adults 21+. • Location: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, Time: 6-10 pm, childrensmuseum.org

FRI 24̶WED 29 The Little

Mermaid, Jr. Journey under the sea with Ariel and her aquatic friends in this play that’s adapted from Disney's Broadway production and the motion picture. • Location: Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre,

SUN 26 Family Pirate Scavenger Hunt Come explore the youth services department and help an ol' pirate find the hidden treasures! This is a drop-in program happening all weekend. • Location: Noblesville Library, hepl.lib.in.us FREE

TUES 28 Family Game Night at

Central Bring a friend, play a game, and have fun! Over 100 board, card, dice, and giant-size games for gamers of all ages! Learning Curve staff will guide the way and answer questions. Ages 5+. • Location: Central Library, Time: 5:30-7:30 pm, indypl.org FREE

Water Day @ Westfield Fire Department Station #82 Where else can you be sprayed with water from a fire department ladder truck? No where! Bring a towel and sunscreen, wear water shoes and clothes that can get wet! Learn about fire safety, play on the hill and be sprayed with water from the ladder truck, extinguish a pretend fire, and splash around in a pop-up pool. • Location: Westfield Washington Public Library, Time: 1-3 pm, wwpl.lib.in.us FREE

Revue! 2022 Written by and featuring young artists! High school students from across Central Indiana present a showcase of scenes, dance, solo, trios and small group numbers for an evening full of fun, cabaret-style entertainment. • Location: The Studio Theatre in Carmel, Time: 6 & 8 pm, thecenterpresents.org

WED 29 Canal Nights: Wonderful Water How does water cool us down? Join us as we look at the science behind water, why it’s important and other ways water makes our summers fun. • Location: The canal outside Indiana State Museum, Time: 6-8 pm, indianamuseum.org FREE

Summer Family Concert Series at the Gazebo: Toy Factory These free family concerts are offered on Wednesday evenings.

Bring lawn chairs and a picnic to enjoy this Carmel summer tradition. • Location: Carmel Civic Square, Time: 7 pm, carmelgazeboconcerts.org FREE

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SAT 25 Freedom Festival

Celebrate the American spirit with live music, a kid zone, food and craft booths, a parade and fireworks show. • Location: Craig Park in

Greenwood, Time: 4 pm, greenwood.in.gov FREE

Scooby-Doo Mansion Mayhem June 4-Jan. 31, 2023. Shaggy, Scooby, Fred, Daphne, and Velma have another mystery on their hands. A jewel-thieving ghost has evaded the local police force and was last seen in this very mysterious mansion.

Enter the mansion and immerse yourself into a unique adventure where you can enter the world of Scooby-Doo! • Location: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, childrensmuseum.org

Garfield Park Art & Music Festival This outdoor festival celebrates the art, music and culture of Indianapolis. The festival will feature a handful of local musicians and bands of diverse genres performing their original music. • Location: Macallister

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Amphitheater at Garfield Park, 4-10 pm, gpacarts.org FREE

Animals & All That Jazz June One of the Zoo’s longest-running events, this series showcases a diverse lineup of musicians from across the Midwest, covering jazz genres from classic to contemporary, smooth soul to blues, and even blending in the sounds of pop and R&B. All performances take place under the Bicentennial Pavilion. • Location: 16-Aug. 4.

Indianapolis Zoo, indianapoliszoo.com

Traditions at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum Through June 30. In the first new exhibition of 2022, relive your favorite traditions through iconic photography, inspiring videos and displays. Highlights include tailgating, concerts, The Command and Back Home Again in Indiana. • Location: Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, imsmuseum.org

Mary Poppins Through July 10. One of the most popular Disney movies of all time becomes a practically perfect musical! Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family members how to value each other again. Mary Poppins takes the children on many magical and Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious adventures. • Location: Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, beefandboards.com

Food Truck Friday @ Federal Hill Commons Through July 22. On the 2nd and 4th Friday of the month, enjoy lunch in the park from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m., where local food trucks will serve up delicious menu items. • Location: Market Plaza at Federal Hill Commons in Noblesville, noblesvilleparks.org

Traditions at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum Through June 30. In the first new exhibition of 2022, relive your favorite traditions through iconic photography,

inspiring videos and displays. Highlights include tailgating, concerts, The Command and Back Home Again in Indiana. • Location: Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, imsmuseum.org

Barbie - You Can Be Anything Through July 31. From career dolls to real-world role models, Barbie has been inspiring girls since 1959 — and she isn't done yet! This exhibit showcases the iconic Barbie doll and encourages the kind of imaginative play that teaches us that we can all make the world a better place by doing work that excites us, challenges us, and brings us fulfillment. • Location: The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, childrensmuseum.org

The Market at White River State Park Through July. Find a large range of vendors offering farm-fresh produce, meat, eggs, prepared foods and drinks, flowers, plants and handcrafted artisan goods. First and third Sundays through July. • Location: White River State Park Celebration

Sugar - Commodity and Confection in Art Through Aug. 21. Prints, drawings, photographs, sculpture, tableware and textiles from the IMA Collection will show guests how sugar has shaped our material culture and social conventions.

Guests will see pieces created with sugar as well as renderings of classic treats and other artworks made possible by sugar in surprising ways. • Location: Newfields, discovernewfields.org

Major Taylor: Fastest Cyclist in the World Through Oct. 23. Discover the life and career of champion bicycle racer and Indianapolis native Marshall “Major” Taylor. In this interactive experience, venture into the training room to learn how Taylor developed his speed and agility through a strict regimen of exercise and diet. Discover the pervasive racism that Taylor battled, and hear from contemporary cyclists about how Taylor’s story has inspired a new generation of Black riders. • Location: Indiana State Museum, indianamuseum.org

Plaza, whiteriverstatepark.org

Warhol’s West Through Aug. 7. See late-career works of Pop Art icon Andy Warhol that capture the myths and pop culture surrounding familiar figures of the American West. • Location: Eiteljorg Museum, eiteljorg.org

PLEASE NOTE WE WORK HARD TO ENSURE OUR CALENDAR AND GUIDE INFORMATION IS ACCURATE. OCCASIONALLY, EVENT SPECIFICS CHANGE AFTER WE GO TO PRESS. THEREFORE, WE ENCOURAGE OUR READERS TO CALL LOCATIONS OR VISIT THEM ON THE WEB TO VERIFY INFORMATION.

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NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY DAY

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FRESH VEGGIES DAY

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18 SUSHI DAY

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24 TAKE YOUR DOG TO WORK DAY

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CANOE DAY SUNGLASSES DAY

HAPPY HEART HUGS DAY MUD DAY

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