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Local Events
Christia Woodford — Publishing Assistant and Local Events
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. You qualify if you receive:
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• 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
First Thursday Nights
The first Thursday of every month, 4:00 PM-8:00 PM.
Go back in time to the Age of the Dinosaurs and explore the basics of science through fun, hands-on activities in Dinosaur Train: The Traveling Exhibition
Travel to Greece without leaving Indiana in Take Me There®: Greece
Uncover ancient artifacts in National Geographic Treasures of the Earth https/www.childrensmuseum.org/visit/ calendar/event/273/2023-04-06
VARIOUS EVENTS
June 1-June 30
Opens at 10 AM
3000 N. Meridian St. Indianapolis, IN 46208
317-334-4000
https/www.childrensmuseum.org
CONNER PRAIRIE INDIANA’S LIVING HISTORY MUSEUM
Symphony on the Prairie: StarSpangled Symphony
June 30-July 3 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Star-Spangled Symphony Your favorite patriotic celebration, complete with fireworks! Featuring Conductor Alfred Savia and vocalist Vanessa Thomas. Learn More. Purchase Tickets NEW in 2023: Purchase tickets to three or more concerts and automatically receive a 10% discount! No code is needed; the discount will be calculated at checkout. https/www.indianapolissymphony. org/events/?filter=symphony-onthe-prairie&type=series&utm_ source=wordfly&utm_ medium=email&utm_ campaign=SOTPTicketsonsaleemail&utm_ content=version_A&uid= 701917&sourceNumber=36997
Various events
July 1- July 31
13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN 46038
Phone: 317-776-6000 or 800-966-1836
https/www.connerprairie.org/events/list
Sensory-Friendly Hours
The second Sunday of every month, from 10 AM to noon, are sensoryfriendly 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.
SPORTS
Indianapolis Indians
July 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30
July Fourth Celebration Game time 6:35 pm
Celebrate the Fourth of July and proudly wear Red, White and Blue as the Indians host the Redbirds, Triple-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals. The Indians will wear patriotic jerseys and caps on field. Tuesday Dollar Menu is NOT in effect for this game. Have a blast after the final out with a spectacular fireworks show. Victory Field, 501 W. Maryland St., Indianapolis, IN 46225
https/www.milb.com/indianapolis
Indy Eleven
July 1, 8, 12, 22, 26, 29
IU Michael A. Carroll Track and Soccer Stadium
1001 W New York St Indianapolis IN 46202. 317-274-9749
http/www.indyeleven.com
Indiana Fever
July 2, 9, 12, 30
Gainbridge Fieldhouse
125 S Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis, IN 46204
https/fever.wnba.com/
FAMILY FUN
Indianapolis Zoo Animals And All That Jazz
JUN 15 - AUG 3 5:30pm-8:30pm
AS THE SUMMER HEATS UP, CHILL OUT WITH THE SMOOTH SOUNDS OF LIVE JAZZ DURING OUR WILDLY POPULAR THURSDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES!
One of the Zoo’s longest-running events, this series will showcase 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 will take place under the Bicentennial Pavilion. Located near
the Zoo’s entrance, this stunning space offers an open-air atmosphere as well as weather protection a perfect place for attendees to relax for an evening of music, rain or shine.
Best of all, concerts are included with Zoo admission. Come early and enjoy a full day of Zoo fun, then stay late for a night of live jazz music! And, enjoy the ambiance of the Zoo after-hours along with:
• Live music from 5:30-8:30pm
• Specialty food that features a delicious new menu for purchase each night
• A full bar for those 21 years and older provided by Zink Distributing, official beer provider, Hotel Tango Distillery, official cocktail provider, and Daniel’s Vineyard. official wine provider
• Animals on exhibit until 7pm
Bring a chair to relax and enjoy the music!
A limited number of tables are available on a first-come, first-served basis
*Looking to bring a group? Tables of ten are available for reservation during each night of the concert series. Contact Group Sales or call (317) 630-2051 to get more information.
https/www.indianapoliszoo.com/events/ animals-all-that-jazz/
*Members receive buy two, get two free ride tickets (limit of 20 tickets) from 5-7pm every night of the concert series. https/www.indianapoliszoo.com/events/ animals-all-that-jazz/
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
9 AM - 5 PM, Mon. - Thur., and 9 AM - 7 PM, Fri.-Sun. and holidays
Marion County Fair
June 30- July 9
7300 E. Troy Ave.Indianapolis, IN 46239
Join all the fun at the Marion County Fairgrounds! Buying tickets online is quick, simple, and helps move things along quicker at the gate! Parking at the fairgrounds is always free in the lot across from the main entrance off of
Fisher Road at gate 4. Preferred parking is also available this year, offering easy and convenient access to the fairgrounds with less walking. Enter the preferred parking lot off of E Troy Ave. at gate 1.
*Upon arrival through all gates at the fairgrounds each guest 3+ must have a ticket. Gates close at 9:30pm. https/ marioncountyfair.org/tickets/
DDSi and FUSE Summer Pool Party!
July 7, 8:00 pm- 10:00 pm
Kathy Dowling Aquatic Center, 300 Apple Street, Greenfield, IN 46140 DDSi and FUSE invite the disability community to join us for a night of fun in the pool! We have rented the Kathy Dowling Aquatic Center for a private event from 8 to 10 pm to celebrate summer and our friendships. All ages and siblings are welcome to attend. Please help us by registering in advance, so we will have enough giveaways and food for everyone. You can register by going to https/fuseinc. app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/fuseinc/ eventRegistration.jsp?event=17695& or texting (317)325-8243 with Pool Party and all the names of those wishing to attend.
DDSi and FUSE Summer Pool Party!
Sensory Friendly Railcats Game
Hosted by AccessAbilities, Inc. and INFEAT
July 9, 2:00 pm- 4:30 pm Gary Southshore Railcats (1 Stadium Plz, Gary, IN 46402, United States) Free tickets available. Low lights, low PA sounds, limited music, dimmed down board. Knowledge Series with a variety of vendors for individuals with developmental disabilities will be available before the game.
For more information see Facebook invitation: https/fb.me/e/18v0MO93A Event Details
Live Laugh Dance Summer 2023
Hosted by Down Syndrome Indiana
July 18, 6:30 pm- 8:00 pm
101 Branigin Blvd, Franklin, IN 46131
Live Laugh Dance is a summer program designed for adolescents and young adults–ages 10 and up–who have Down syndrome.
Instructors and volunteers promote creative movement, rhythmic activities, and social interaction through dance activities. At the end of the summer, dancers showcase their talents by performing for family and friends in a dance recital.
Live Laugh Dance is a partnership between Down Syndrome Indiana, Franklin College, and IUPUI. the Franklin College Department of Kinesiology and Down Syndrome Indiana. https/dsindiana.org/programs/livelaugh-dance/
Down Syndrome Indiana Summer Picnic 2023
July 22, 11:00 am- 2:00 pm
Washington Township Park—Chickadee Shelter, 115 S. County Road 575, Avon, Indiana 46123
Families of children and adults with Down syndrome are invited to join us for cheeseburgers in Paradise! https/ dsindiana.org/calendar-of-events/dsisummer-picnic/
Summer Splash Bash-Adults
Hosted by YMCA of Greater Fort Wayne, Turnstone, Camp Red Cedar, Easterseals Arc of Northeast Indiana
July 29, 7:00 pm- 9:30pm
10313 Aboite Center Rd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804
Join the Adult Splash Bash: yummy food, pool time & good music!
https/www.eventbrite.com/e/summersplash-bash-adults-2023-tickets483858061487?aff=erelexpmlt
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
Beauty and the Beast
May 18 - July 9, 2023
Sophisticated Ladies
July 14- August 20
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 PM
The Jubilate Choir is for singers with special needs in grades 3-9. Singers with varying abilities meet each week to grow musically. This tuition-free choir focuses on proper singing techniques, music theory and sight-reading, partsinging, and social skills involved in being a member of a musical ensemble. Though Jubilate has, at its core, the same goals as other choirs in the Indianapolis Children’s Choir (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
For more information, contact Lauren Southard at 317-940-8065 or lsouthar@icchoir.org. https/icchoir.org/special-needs/
Join us for An Evening with A.J. Croce!
Hosted by The Indiana Blind Children’s Foundation, in partnership with the Indiana School for the Blind and Visually Impaired (ISBVI)
July 23, 7:15 pm
7725 North College Avenue, Indianapolis, IN, 46240
All tickets include the following: Guests to enjoy a pre-concert reception from 6PM- 7:15PM featuring local jazz artist, Reggie Bishop, and a meal catered by The Jazz Kitchen with select complimentary beverages and desserts.
A one-hour concert in the ISBVI Auditorium at 8PM featuring A.J. Croce. Seating for the concert begins at 7:15PM. Program to start at 7:45PM.
A half-hour conversation and Q & A with
A.J. Croce and Emcee Kathy Nimmer. Patrons who need wheelchair seating, ASL interpretation (stage right), or designated aisle seats with a retractable arm should pick those seats when purchasing their tickets. IBCF will reserve accessible seating under the ticket buyer’s name to ensure guests have appropriate seating. ASL interpreters will be provided throughout the No Limits Celebration and featured stage right during the performance and Q and A in the ISBVI auditorium. Access services such as audio description, open captioning, and assistive listening devices are available to all patrons, no matter the seat. Please note that doors open at 6:00PM. Click here to purchase tickets or click here for more information about this venue. https/app.opendate.io/e/2023no-limits-celebration-presented-by-theindiana-blind-children-s-foundationjuly-22-2023-469689
Gigi’s Playhouse
Various classes during the week. 5909 E. 86th St. Indianapolis, IN 46250 317-288-8235
indy@gigisplayhouse.org https/ gigisplayhouse.org/indianapolis/ sfcalendar/
EVENTS
Supporting Siblings 2023-July On-Line Event
July 6, 2023 at 5:30 pm First Thursday every month
Do you have a child with behavioral challenges?
Do you have other children who are impacted?
If so, caregivers and siblings are invited to join us!
Intended for siblings of youth with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Disabilities, and/or Mental Health Issues
What’s it like? Over Zoom, siblings meet other children and teens who know what it’s like to have a brother or sister with behavioral challenges. Siblings have a chance to talk, learn coping skills and feel better. The Zoom is facilitated by psychiatrists and trainees at UMass Chan Medical School.
How do I register? To ask questions or reserve your spot, call (857) 523-1145 or email emily.rubin@umassmed.edu. After signing an online consent form, you will receive an email with instructions to log into Zoom.
Agape Adventure Camp
July 7 and July 14 10:00 am-11:30 am
531 W 100 S, Greenfield, IN 46140
A safe and fun experience for riders withIEP’s and disabilities only. At AgapeAdventure Camp, trained therapeutic riding instructors and volunteers will be present to make sure campers have a fun and safe outdoor experience at the Agape East barn in Greenfield, IN.
This equine-based opportunity will focus solely on riders with IEP’s and disabilities to give them a safe and small group to learn and have fun. Certain diagnoses may require a physician’s release to participate. All participants must be able to stay with the group and toilet themselves or they may have a parent or caregiver attend camp with them. Please wear closed-toed shoes and long pants to participate and you may also want a bottle of water. https/ agaperiding.org/agape-adventure-camp/
Joseph Maley Foundation’s annual Run, Walk, Roll 5k
July 15 8:00 am
Michael A. Carroll Stadium *USATF Sanctioned Certified Course* 1001 W New York St, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Join us for our 15th year for this familyfriendly event, open to registrants of ALL ages and abilities! Come out and support our mission to celebrate differences and cultivate inclusion in our Greater Indianapolis community!
Use promo code “SNL” when you register and receive $7 off!
Learn more and register at: https/secure. qgiv.com/for/5hztlp/event/2023runw alkroll/?fbclid=IwAR1HEfOIoPqQl_0-J-NW-1_L8UJojiNZ8qkmcUW0jn1p2gkzG7dRaaxKQ
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.
