Local Events

By Christia WoodfordChristia Woodford – Publishing Assistant and 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

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

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 Sensory- Friendly 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!

The Waterpark in Carmel 1195 Central Park Drive W., Carmel, IN 46032 The Waterpark in Carmel is your destination for fun in the sun! Come surf the waves on the FlowRider®, scale the wall of the AquaClimb®, grab a treat from the snack bar, and enjoy your own private cabana in style. With features for every age and ability — from a kiddie pool to the lazy river to adventure slides — we have everything you need for a five-star familyfriendly day! The Waterpark is open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., May 28 through Aug. 7. Want to splash with us all summer long? Buy a season pass today!

Summer Break Series at The Artcraft Theatre Every Tuesday at 10 a.m. 57 N. Main St., Franklin, IN 46131, 317-736-6823 The Artcraft Theatre is pleased to welcome back “Summer Break,” a weekly series of familyfriendly films taking place on Tuesdays this summer. Your $5 admission fee includes a small popcorn/ beverage combo! https://indywithkids. com/events/summerbreak-series-at-theartcraft-2022-07-19

THE ARTS

Beef and Boards The Honky Tonk Angels July 14–Aug. 14 Escape to Margaritaville Aug. 18–Oct. 2 9301 Michigan Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268

317-872-9664 https://www. beefandboards.com/ Online/default.asp

Jubilate Choir Butler University, Lilly Hall, Room 133 Wednesdays, 6:45–7:30 p.m. Director: Lauren Southard Start Date: Sept. 22, 2021 For more information, contact Lauren Southard at 317-940-8065 or lsouthar@icchoir.org.

Gigi’s Playhouse Various classes during the week 5909 E. 86th St. Indianapolis, IN 46250 317-288-8235 indy@gigisplayhouse.org

EVENTS

Indiana State Fair July 29–Aug. 21 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis, IN 46205 We are thrilled to welcome our beloved fairgoers back to the Great Indiana State Fair this summer. https://www. indianastatefair.com/p/ state-fair

1st Annual Terre Haute Resource Fair Aug. 13, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Happiness Bag Inc. 3833 Union Road, Terre Haute, IN A free event to provide community resources to people with disabilities. There will be more than 30 agencies, interactive activities, raffle prizes, and food trucks. Connections Case Management, Happiness Bag Inc., and Hometown Waiver Solutions will be hosting. Our hope for this event is to provide community resources to Vigo and surrounding counties for families and individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We will have an interactive area for music therapy and recreation therapy. There will be food trucks and lots of vendors available. We would love for your organization to be a part of the event and have a booth. The cost will be free for attendees. We are asking each booth to raffle off an item of their choice for the event. The link to register is https://forms.office. com/r/h6nCn4hP7v.

Breakfast with a Purpose 2022 by Purposeful Living INC Board Tuesday, Aug. 16 8–10 a.m. 502 E. Events Centre 502 E. Carmel Drive, Carmel, IN 46032 Join Purposeful Living INC for our free networking and fundraising breakfast. This event is for all women — business women and stay-athome moms, married or single. We are projecting this to be our best event yet. It will be a time of inspiration, networking, and motivation, all with the purpose of raising awareness and funds for Purposeful Living. By invitation only. Seats are limited. If you are interested in our sponsorship opportunities, please

email sponsor@purposefullivinginc.org to learn more. Purposeful Living INC is here to serve the modern woman: The woman who looks like she has it all together but behind closed doors she’s hurting, searching, or lonely. We are here to love, to walk alongside, and to encourage women to be all God created us to be: peaceful, joyful, and authentic. To learn more about Purposeful Living INC, go to www.purposefullivinginc.org https:// www.eventbrite.com/e/breakfast-with-apurpose-2022-tickets-256863023217.

Special Needs Living Family Fun Day Aug. 19, 4–7 p.m. iBeach 31 17341 Westfield Park Road, Westfield, IN 46074 Volleyball, bar, games, corn hole, frisbee, beach toys, chairs, tables, music https://www.eventbrite. com/e/342958436917 Organizations are welcome to have a table to pass out information and connect with the community. You are also encouraged to post this event and share with your community.

Family2Family Aug. 23 Family2Family is hosting a virtual workshop on government benefits, SNT, and ABLE. Register at training@inf2f.org

Airport Day Aug. 27, 10 a.m. Indy South Greenwood Airport brings the community together for a fun-filled day of activities, exhibits, and food. Free parking and admission. Attendees will see World War II aircraft, vehicles, and live re-enactors. Our local Young Eagles chapter will offer free plane rides for kids ages 8 to 17. Paid aircraft and helicopter rides available as well. Several flight training schools will be onsite for those interested in learning to fly.

Is there a local event for the special needs community you would like us to promote in an upcoming issue? Email us at SpecialNeedsIndy@n2pub.com.