Local Events

BY CHRISTIA WOODFORD

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 the 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 the 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.childrens museum.org/visit/hours/access-pass.

Museums

The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

Various Events

Feb. 1- Feb. 28

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 Hearthside Supper Thursdays through Sundays, Jan. 19-March 19, 2023. 6 p.m.-9:30 p.m

Each winter, Conner Prairie offers our Hearthside Supper, a monthslong series that celebrates historic foodways, traditional hearth cooking, and the fellowship of the communal table. Presented in candlelight by costumed interpreters in the beautiful 1823 William Conner House, this program offers guests a unique and interactive one-of-a-kind experience.

Our Hearthside Supper invites guests to take part in an entertaining evening with our costumed interpreters. Hosted in the historic 1823 William Conner House, you’ll arrive just in time for a light appetizer, then lend a hand with the final preparations of the meal.

You might churn butter, grind coffee, prepare vegetables or more. Through work, conversation and play, you’ll learn about 19th-century food and cooking techniques. Then, after receiving instruction in proper etiquette, settle in and enjoy a delicious supper by candlelight, followed by 19th-century parlor games and dessert.

Sensory-Friendly Hours

The second Sunday of every month, from 10 a.m. to noon, will be sensoryfriendly 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

Feb. 1-Feb. 28

13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN 46038

Phone: 317-776-6000 or 800-966-1836 https://www.connerprairie.org/ events/list/

SPORTS Indy Fuel

Feb. 4, 5, 10, 24, 25, 28

Indiana Farmers Coliseum, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis, IN 46205 https://www.indyfuelhockey.com/ news/2022/5/fuel-announce-2022-23 -regular-season-schedule

Indiana Pacers Feb. 2, 3, 5, 10, 13, 15, 23 Gainbridge Fieldhouse 125 South Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis, IN 46204 Box Office: 317-917-2727 https://www.nba.com/pacers

FAMILY FUN 2023 Monster Jam Feb. 4, 2023, Gates open at 5:30 p.m., event starts at 7 p.m. Feb. 5, 2023, Gates open at 1:30 p.m., event starts 3 p.m. Lucas Oil Stadium, 500 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46225 https://www.lucasoilstadium.com/ event/monster-jam-2/

Special Needs Living Indy Bowling Day at Royal Pin Woodland Bowl Feb. 21, 2-5 p.m. Royal Pin Woodland Bowl 3421 E. 96th St., Indianapolis, IN 46240 Come out and enjoy a fun afternoon of bowling with other families in the special needs community! There will be a variety of families in the community, from those who have never bowled before and this is their very first time to those who are very experienced. You will get to enjoy bowling with other families and individuals with special needs, build relationships and have some fun bowling. Space is limited; please RSVP. We look forward to seeing you there.

Indianapolis Zoo

Various events are scheduled daily Check the calendar for events. https://www.indianapoliszoo.com/ visit/daily-schedule/ 1200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46222 317-630-2001

HOURS: 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Mon.-Thur., and 9 a.m.-7 p.m., Fri.-Sun. and holidays

The Studio Movie Grill

3535 W. 86th St., Indianapolis, IN 46268 317-315-8113

Sensory-friendly screenings of movies! Check the website for movies and times. https://www.studiomoviegrill.com/ movie/special-needs-screenings

The Arts

Beef and Boards

“Clue” Dec. 28 through Feb. 5 Footloose Feb. 9-March 26 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. The Jubilate Choir is for singers with special needs in grades 3-9.

The Jubilate Choir singers with varying abilities meet each week to grow musically. This tuition-free choir focuses on proper singing techniques, music theory and sightreading, part-singing, and social skills involved in being a member of a musical ensemble.

Though the choir has, at its core, the same goals as other choirs in the ICC. Singers in Jubilate engage in additional activities like visual and tactile experiences that are catered specifically to the current members of the choir.

Director: Lauren Southard Start Date: Sept. 22, 2021 For more information, contact Lauren Southard at 317-940-8065 or lsouthar@icchoir.org. https://icchoir.org/special-needs/

Gigi’s Playhouse

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

EVENTS

Autism Community Connection

IRCA Family Autism Support Webinar (Online)

Feb. 6, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

ABA: What It Is and What you Should Expect from a Provider?

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is often pursued by family members for their children on the autism spectrum. This presentation will describe what ABA is and is not and the questions family members should ask when interviewing ABA providers to ensure their child receives the best services possible.

Presented by: Cathy Pratt, Ph.D., BCBA-D

Director, Indiana Resource Center for Autism

Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, Indiana University

Follow this link to register. https:// iu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ eq265nnCSnOacMYkBnVHSA

ABA: What It Is and What You Should Expect from a Provider Feb. 6, 5:30 p.m.-6:15 p.m. Indiana Institute on Disability and Community (IIDC), Indiana Resource Center for Autism

Online for Family or Caregiver/ Professional https://iu.zoom. us/webinar/register/WN_ eq265nnCSnOacMYkBnVHSA

Presented by: Cathy Pratt, Ph.D., BCBA-D, Director, Indiana Resource Center for Autism, Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, Indiana University

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is often pursued by family members for their children on the autism spectrum. This presentation will describe what ABA is and is not and the questions family members should ask when interviewing ABA providers to ensure their child receives the best services possible.

ISU Nonprofit Leadership Program Feb.9, 2023, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Ricks Smokehouse 3102 Wabash Ave., Terre Haute, IN 47803

GiGi’s Playhouse Indianapolis Annual I Have A Voice Gala

Our theme for 2023 is CONNECT Saturday, Feb. 18, 2023, 6 p.m.

Indiana Roof Ballroom, 140 West Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204For additional information https://gigisplayhouse.org/ indianapolis/gala-indy/

Warsaw School Corp

Feb. 21, 2023, from 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Warsaw High Community High School 1 Tiger Lane, Warsaw, IN 46580

Joseph Maley Foundation hosts Game Night: Presented by the Junior Board of Directors Feb. 24, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m.

The Riviera Club 5640 N. Illinois St., Indianapolis, IN 46208 https://www.josephmaley.org/event/ game-night-presented-by-the-juniorboard-of-directors/

Game Night is a family-friendly event open to anyone in Grade 6 or above. Board games, giant Jenga, euchre tournaments and more await you and your family.

Link To Learn Behavior Therapy is hosting a Sensory Play Day event Feb. 25, 2023, from 10:30 a.m.-noon 14701 Cumberland Road, Suite 200, Noblesville

It is completely free, and we will have Story Time, Movement and Music, Crafts and Games. Register at https://www. linkedbehavior.com/.

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.