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 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 Scooby-Doo Mansion Mayhem Opening Day Celebration Jun 3, 2022 10 a.m. Sunburst Atrium The gang’s all here! Join us in finding clues and solving puzzles as we celebrate the opening of our newest exhibit. Be amazed by optical illusions and uncover the science behind them. Crack the code in secret messages using a cipher. Learn about forensic anthropology from real professionals.

Various Events June 1 to June 30 Opens at 10 a.m. 3000 North Meridian Street Indianapolis, IN 46208 317-334-4000 https://www.childrensmuseum.org/visit/ calendar?date=01/08/2022

Conner Prairie-Indiana’s Living History Museum Various events through June. In 2022 the second Sunday of every month from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. will be sensory-friendly hours. Admission is free, and all of the grounds will be open.

SPORTS

Indiana Fever June 10, 15, 19 Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, Indiana May 27, 31 Indiana Farmers Coliseum https://www.wnba.com/schedule/

Indy Eleven No home games in June Carroll Stadium, Indianapolis, Indiana https://www.ticketmaster.com/indy-eleven-vsnew-york-red-indianapolis-indiana-05-21-2022/ event/05005C3FBFB5483D

Indianapolis Indians June 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26 Victory Field, Indianapolis, Indiana https://tickets-center.com/search/ Indianapolis-Indians-tickets/

FAMILY FUN

2022 Earth Day Indiana Festival June 4, 2022 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. Garfield Park Conservatory and Gardens 2432 Conservatory Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46203 A free annual event designed to celebrate and educate on environmental topics such as recycling, conservation of natural resources, and sustainable living. For more than 30 years, we have welcomed families from Central Indiana and the Midwest to learn and be inspired to do their part for environmental responsibility. Over 120 exhibitors promote sustainability at our festival each year! The festival has over 110 exhibitors, live music, food trucks, beer garden, and a 5K run/walk. Kid’s activities include Nine13sports’ Kids Riding Bikes. This family-friendly event is FREE.

Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live! June 7, 2022 6:30 p.m. Clowes Memorial Hall of Butler University 4602 Sunset Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46208 “Won’t you ride along with me?” Daniel Tiger and all his friends from the beloved Emmy Award-winning PBS KIDS television series are hopping back aboard the Trolley. 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. The live show features new songs as well as fan favorites from the series, including the beloved “Won’t You Be My Neighbor?” The live theatrical production is filled with music, dancing, and wonderful surprises that will warm the hearts of preschoolers, parents, and grandparents alike.

Indianapolis Zoo Zoobilation June 10 7 p.m. to midnight Join us in the Land Down Under on June 10 for Zoobilation presented by AES Indiana. It will be a real corker you won’t soon forget! Indianapolis’ most anticipated event of the year takes place on the second Friday in June, beginning at 5:30 p.m. with the Premium Experience presented by Ice Miller LLP and followed by general admission from 7 p.m. to midnight.

The Studio Movie Grill 3535 West 86th Street 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

Bubble Run June 25, 2022 First Wave starts at 8 a.m. Celebration Park Indiana State Fairgrounds 1202 E 38th St Indianapolis, IN 46205 Bubble Run has brought those good ol’ days back– and the best part is you don’t have to clean up the mess. Often imitated, never duplicated, Bubble Run is the original bubble run. You can expect five kilometers (3.1 miles) of a bubbly, great time as you run, walk, dance, or even push a stroller through our fun run. Information: https://bubblerun.com/products/indy-in-22 Register: https://endurancecui.active.com/new/ events/79167332/select-race?

THE ARTS

Beef and Boards “Mary Poppins” May 19 - July 10 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: September 22, 2021 For more information, contact Lauren Southard at 317-940-8065 or lsouthar@icchoir.org

EVENTS

Gigi’s Playhouse GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge Take the GiGiFIT Acceptance Challenge and join us at Bishop Dwenger Stadium on June 4, 2022, to celebrate acceptance and inclusion at our annual 5K, 1 Mile Walk for Acceptance, and Dash for Down Syndrome!! WE, the people of the Down syndrome community, are challenging YOU to move for acceptance – to prove that every person should be accepted for who they are. WHEN: Sunday, June 4 at 9 a.m. WHERE: Bishop Dwenger Stadium, 1300 East Washington Center Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46825 WHY: To come together regardless of race, gender, diagnosis, sexual orientation, or religion. To celebrate universal ACCEPTANCE for all people. Various classes during the week 5909 East 86th Street Indianapolis, IN 46250 317-288-8235 indy@gigisplayhouse.org

Fortune Academy Summer Camp June 6 - 25, 2022. As we look forward to the end of the year, Fortune Academy is excited to welcome students to our summer camp in June. Sessions are broken into half days (9 a.m. -12 p.m.) and full days (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.). Morning sessions are filled with total immersion learning using the Orton-Gillingham method. Afternoon sessions are small breakout groups that will engage your child socially! https://fortuneacademy.formstack.com/ forms/fortune_academy_summer_ camp_registration

Fort Wayne Air Show Sensory Hour June 5, 2022 7 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. The love of aviation is not restricted by abilities or challenges, and The Fort Wayne Air Show aims to be as inclusive as possible. Understanding that the sounds and smells that are natural to an event of this kind may make it difficult for some to attend, The Fort Wayne Air Show staff is hosting an hour of modified stimulus. Every effort will be made to modify noise and smells. If you or someone in your family uses a mobility aid such as a wheelchair or a walker that may restrict them from being able to see over standing people to observe firsthand, the sensory hour is open to any individual or family who would benefit from these modifications. If you are interested in learning more or would like to attend, please contact us at 122airshowsh@gmail.com 122FW. Airshow.SensoryReservations@us.af.mil.

Crossroads Easterseals iCan Bike Camp June 20 - 24 Perry Park Ice Skating Rink 451 East Stop 11 Road, Indianapolis, IN 46227 $130 Easterseals Crossroads, in partnership with iCan Shine and Indy Parks, offers this bike program to people 8 years and older with disabilities and special needs. Over five days, participants learn to ride a two-wheel bicycle independently. Register at https://eastersealscrossroads. wufoo.com/forms/pv7ryp70gp65ns/

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.