By Christia Woodford
LOCAL EVENTS Important Note: Prior to attending any events, please be mindful of any COVID-19 restrictions. Please review the state mask executive order. There are exemptions within the order, including that children under 2 years of age should not wear a face-covering due to risk of suffocation, and any person with a medical condition, mental health condition, or disability that precludes wearing a face covering is not required to do so. Since COVID-19 is still among us, there is a possibility that the events listed and places to go could be canceled, rescheduled, or closed. Please confirm event status and listed details in case event details have changed since posting.
Note: Don’t forget to apply for the Access Pass! The Access Pass Program allows families that meet the specific requirements listed below to visit The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis and all participating locations for $2 per family member per visit for up to two adults and all dependent youths living in the household. Qualifications include the following: • Hoosier Healthwise Insurance (Indiana’s health care program for low-income families, pregnant women, and children) • SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) • TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) • Apply here: https://www. childrensmuseum. org/visit/hours/ access-pass MUSEUMS The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Museum by Moonlight
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Aug. 27, 2022 8 p.m.–midnight Are you ready for what will be another big night of big fun for big kids only (21-plus)? The entire museum will be open, including the outdoor areas of our sports wonderland — the Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience®. Other fan favorites will include: • Walking the red carpet • Silent Disco with DJ Big Baby • Lots of laughs with ComedySportz: Improv Comedy with a Twist • Live entertainment • Snap a selfie with the Circle City Ghostbusters • Paint a canvas with our visiting artists • Discover the science of alcohol Grab a few drinks, eat delicious bites, and channel your inner child at the party of the year! Ticket information: Early Bird: $80 members and non-members Standard: $85 members, $90 non-members Last-minute: $95 members, $100 non-members
Various Events Aug. 1–Aug. 31 Opens at 10 a.m. 3000 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN 46208 317-334-4000 https://www. childrensmuseum.org/ visit/calendar? date=01/08/2022
Christia Woodford – Publishing Assistant and Local Events
Conner Prairie-Indiana’s Living History Museum SENSORY-FRIENDLY HOURS The second Sunday of every month, from 10 a.m. to noon, will be Sensory-Friendly Hours at Conner Prairie! Enjoy a calm environment. Check in with Guest Relations stating that you are here for SensoryFriendly Hours. You will get free admission and may stay as long as you wish. Various events Aug. 1–Aug. 31 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN 46038 Phone: 317-776-6000 or 800-966-1836 https://www. connerprairie.org/ events/list/ SPORTS Indiana Fever Aug. 3, 6, 12, 14 Gainbridge Fieldhouse and Indiana Farmers Coliseum Indianapolis, IN https://www.wnba.com/ schedule/ Indy Eleven Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27, 31 Carroll Stadium, Indianapolis, IN https://www. ticketmaster.com/ indy-eleven-vs-newyork-red-indianapolisindiana-05-21-2022/ event/ 05005C3FBFB5483D Indianapolis Indians Aug. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28 Victory Field, Indianapolis, IN
https://tickets-center.com/search/ Indianapolis-Indians-tickets/ FAMILY FUN Indianapolis Zoo Animals & All That Jazz 5:30–8:30 p.m. June 16–Aug. 4 Free for zoo members. Included with regular zoo admission. THURSDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES 1200 West Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46222 317-630-2001 Hours: 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Friday–Sunday Various events scheduled daily. Check calendar for events. https://www. indianapoliszoo.com/visit/daily-schedule/ Naturally Inspired Silent Auction Aug. 18, 5:30–7:30 p.m. Ascension St. Vincent Dolphin Gallery Come celebrate the artists from the Naturally Inspired Paint Out and help us bring this year’s art series to a close. Enjoy drinks and light hors d’oeuvres while you mingle and meet the artists. Plus, you can bid on the art your heart has fallen in love with and take it home with you! The Studio Movie Grill 3535 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46268 317-315-8113 Sensory-friendly screenings of perm_ media Photos movies! Check the website for movies and times. https://www.studiomoviegrill.com/movie/ special-needs-screenings Wild Play Wednesdays Second and fourth Wednesdays through the summer 2–4 p.m. W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park 4521 Gibbs Road, Danville, IN Join the naturalists at the W.S. Gibbs Memorial Park playground for engaging nature play on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month this summer from 2 to 4 p.m.! Each session will bring something new and different, so don’t miss out! Discover new ways of playing outside!
