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Local Events
BY 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:
• 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 My Way, An adaptive museum experienceOct. 9, Dec. 10, 4:00 pm-7:00 pm
Capacity limited. Registration required.
This special event is an opportunity for visitors with disabilities and/or sensory sensitivities to experience the museum in a new way. Families and groups of all abilities are welcome to play and learn together! Sensory modifications to the museum environment include:Limited capacity.
Quiet area with sensory items. Some music is turned down or off.Edited lighting effects in some areas Members: Free, Nonmembers: $6 per person/Access Pass: $2 per person. For tickets: . https://www.childrensmuseum.org/visit/calendar/event/464
First Thursday Night- First Thursday every monthSept. 5, 4:00 pm
On the first Thursday of every month, we open our doors from 4–8 p.m. for just $6 admission per person! Why should you visit?
Admission is just $6 per person for the entire museum. That’s a savings of more than 75% per ticket!
It’s the ONLY time the museum is open to the public in the evening, so it’s a perfect after-hours night for your family.
It’s not as crowded as you might think! We have limited capacity on First Thursday Nights.
Parking is always free!
Our Food Court is open, so you can grab a quick and easy dinner for the whole family. Low cost. Low crowds. Late night play! https://www.childrensmuseum.org/visit/calendar/event/273
Various Events
Sept.1-Sept 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
Jupiter Flights Balloon Festival
Sept.6-8
Make your fall glow with over 40 hot air balloons in the sky
Get updates about the festival by texting GLOW to 317-779-3330
For ticket prices and information https://www.connerprairie.org/conner-prairie-balloon-festival/
Sensory-Friendly Hours
The second Sunday of every month, from 10 AM to noon, are 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
Sept.1-Sept. 30, 10:00 am- 10:00 pm
13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN 46038
Phone: 317-776-6000 or 800-966-1836 https://www.connerprairie.org/events/list
Indiana State Museum
Sensory Friendly Afternoon
Sept. 15, 3:00 pm- 5:00 pm
650 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204
Experience the Indiana State Museum in a sensory-friendly way! Each month, we’ll lower the lights and reduce distractions to give children and adults with sensory processing differences a chance to enjoy an interactive learning experience in a comfortable and accepting environment. Social narratives will be available at the ticket counter and sensory–based activities will be spaced throughout the museum. Plus, check out a Sensory Bag to make your experience even more enjoyable. Check calendar for dates https://www.indianamuseum.org/calendar/
Various events
Sept.1-Sept. 30 check website for events and times.
https://www.indianamuseum.org/calendar/
Sports
Indianapolis Colts
Sept. 8- Houston Texans, Sept. 22- Chicago Bears, Sept. 29- Pittsburgh Steelers
Lucas Oil Stadium, 500 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46225 https://www.colts.com/
Indy Eleven
Sept. 14, 28
IU Michael A. Carroll Track & Soccer Stadium, 1001 W New York St. Indianapolis, IN 46202
Indianapolis Indians
Sept. 1, 10, 11,12,13, 14,15
Victory Field, 501 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
https://www.milb.com/indianapolis/schedule/2024-03
Family Fun
Autism Community Connection Trivia Night
Sept. 14, Doors open at 6:00 pm
Moose Lodge 2079813 W. Smith Valley Rd., Greenwood, IN 46142
Trivia Night is great night of fun playing trivia with friends, having a delicious meal, vying for special raffle baskets, and raising money to support those affected by autism in the community! Trivia Night will have special games throughout the night like Heads and Tails, Wine Grab & Go, and more. All reservations include dinner and dessert. Table for 8 guests is $400. Individual guest tickets is $50. All guests must be over 21 years old to attend. To register: https://autismcc-in.org/trivia-night/
Indianapolis Zoo
ZOOBOO
Sept. 25- Oct. 31, 2:00 pm- 7:00 pm
Is regular October too humdrum, but haunted houses too creepy-crawly? Come to the Zoo for Halloween activities, amazing animals and pumpkins galore! ZooBoo is a fun family experience for itty-bitty ghouls and goblins as well as the bigger kids. October weather means active animals, colorful foliage and a new season to explore. Combine that with engaging, hands-free activities, spooktacular costumes and trick-or-treating, and you’ve got an unforgettable family tradition. Woo-hoo! For tickets and to see all events scheduled visit: https://www.indianapoliszoo.com/zoo-events/zooboo/Various events scheduled daily
Sept. 1- Sept. 30, 9:00 am- 4:00 pm
1200 West Washington St. Indianapolis, IN 46222
https://www.indianapoliszoo.com/
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
Adaptive Dance
Sept. 5, 5:00 pm- 6:00 pm Every first Thursday through May 2025
the Arc of Hancock County, 8535 N Clearview Dr, McCordsville, IN 46055
We are proud to announce that we received a mini-grant from the Community Foundation of Hancock County to turn our Adaptive Dance (Body Rock) classes from March and April into a regular monthly program. These classes will be held at Hancock Wellness Center - McCordsville in the Community Room every first Thursday of the month from August 2024 through May 2025 from 5:00-6:00pm. This class is free, but you must be registered. Parents of participants under 18 years old must be present. We cannot wait to see you there! Please use the link to register: https://arcofhcadaptivedance.eventbrite.com
Beef and Boards
Million Dollar Quartet
August 29- Oct. 6
9301 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46268
https://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, part-singing, 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/
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
The 26th Annual DSANI Buddy Walk
Sept. 7, 9:00 am- 10:00 am
Parkview Field, 1301 Ewing St, Ft. Wayne, Indiana 46802
The Arc Advocacy Network, a program of the Arc of Indiana, will have information about Medicaid Waivers, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, guardianship and alternatives, Special Needs Trusts, the Erskine Green Training Institute, and a variety of other topics available for families and self-advocates.
The Buddy Walk is an acceptance event, celebrating our loved ones with Down syndrome! It is also DSANI’s largest fundraiser of the year – the one that sustains us from year to year. We receive no federal, state or local funding and are, instead, totally privately funded.
Registration and activities begin at 9 am; opening ceremonies follow at 9:50 am, followed by a 1.2 mile walk through downtown Fort Wayne. Once teams return to Parkview Field, there will be an epic dance party for all to enjoy!
You don’t want to miss this joy-filled, uplifting event! https://www.dsani.org/events/2024/9/14/the-26th-annual-dsani-buddy-walk
My Autism Ally Autism Acceptance Walk
Sept. 8, 12:00 pm- 3:00 pm free
Allen County Fairgrounds, 2726 Carroll Road, Ft. Wayne, IN 46818
Create a team and join us RAIN OR SHINE on Sunday, September 8, 2024 at the Allen County Fairgrounds 2726 Carroll Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46748 from noon-3:30pm. It’s an afternoon of activities and resources for the whole family- including supports for those of all ages on the autism spectrum. It’s free to park and attend so come out for the fun
foodindo,or vendor fair,crafts,games,music play,pony rides,petting zoo,sensory exploration,cosplay- princess and superheroestouch a truck – including first responder vehicles
This year’s unity walk will start at 3pm. The event will end after the walk is completed.
For more information and to register: https://www.myautismally.org/autism-acceptance-walk
Union Jr/Sr High School Career Transition Fair
Sept. 12, 1:00 pm- 4:00 pm
Union Jr/Sr High School8707 W US Hwy 36, Modoc, IN 47358
The Arc Advocacy Network, a program of the Arc of Indiana, will have information about Medicaid Waivers, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, guardianship and alternatives, Special Needs Trusts, the Erskine Green Training Institute, and a variety of other topics available for families and self-advocates. https://www.usc.k12.in.us/jrsrhighschool_home.aspx
Ask The Arc Webinars
Sept. 12, 6:00 pm- 7:00 pm
Ask The Arc webinars provide information and discussion on timely topics relevant to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, and their support systems. Webinars take place on the 2nd Thursday of the month at 6:00 p.m. EST. Past webinars are recorded and posted on our YouTube channel and on The Arc of Indiana Academy.
Registration is for the complete webinar series. You can pick and choose which ones you want to attend without having to register each time.
Click here to register https://www.arcind.org/event/ask-the-arc-webinars-2/2024-06-13/
Ausome Fall Fest
Sept. 14, 11:00 am- 2:00 pm
Piney Acre Farm, 1115 E 1000 N, Fortville, Indiana 46040
Autism Society of Indiana, Down Syndrome Indiana and Ausome Indy present Ausome Fall Fest. Animals to Feed- Pumpkin Decorating- Gem Mining- Food- Vendor & Provider Tables- Hay Rides, Music Therapy Sessions- Bounce Platforms. RSVP: www.bit.ly/ausomefallfest
Starke County Special Education Resource Fair
Sept. 18, 1:00 pm-6:00 pm
Knox High School, 1 Redskin Trail, Knox, Indiana 46534,
The goal of the Resource Fair is to provide students with disabilities and their families with information on educational and job-related services and programs that are available to assist them in planning for the future. Resource Fair will be open to the area schools and their families. https://hs.knox.k12.in.us/
Indiana Walk to Defeat ALS
Sept. 21, Check-in at 8:00 am/ Walk starts at 10:00 am
Celebration Park State Fair Grounds, 202 E. 38TH ST. Indianapolis, IN 46205
The annual 2024 Walk to Defeat ALS Indiana will take place on September 21, 2024 at Celebration Park. This event is the #1 way to unite and fundraise for those living with ALS. Each year, fundraising through the Walk drives bold and urgent innovation as we march together toward a cure for ALS. To register: https://www.indianastatefair.com/events/2024/indiana-walk-to-defeat-als22
HEART TO HEART VIRTUAL CONFERENCE
Sept. 26
Our annual conference is an opportunity for families and professionals to learn and connect in support of children and youth who require additional health and education support. This conference is free thanks to the generosity of Heart to Heart sponsors. Visit this site regularly for updates, to view the agenda and more! If you have questions or want to learn more about the event or ways to get involved, contact our team. Registration is open! https://www.inf2f.org/heart-to-heart-conference.html
Central Indiana Disability Resource Fair
Sept. 28, 1:00 am- 2:00 pm
Ivy Tech Community College Indianapolis, 2820 N Meridian St,Indianapolis, IN 46208
The Arc Advocacy Network, a program of the Arc of Indiana, will have information about Medicaid Waivers, Vocational Rehabilitation Services, guardianship and alternatives, Special Needs Trusts, the Erskine Green Training Institute, and a variety of other topics available for families and self-advocates. https://www.arcind.org/event/central-indiana-disability-resource-fair/
SibShops
Sept. 28, 5:30 pm- 8:00
Shirley Brothers Irving Hill Chapel, 5377 East Washington Street,Indianapolis, IN 46219
Sibshops® is a fun-filled event geared toward specific needs of siblings with a brother/sister with special health and developmental needs.Siblings have the opportunity to meet other siblings in a relaxed, recreational setting. There is an opportunity to discuss common joys and concerns with others. Siblings have the opportunity to learn about disabilities and the implications for the future growth and challenges AGES: 6 to 13 year-olds and 14 to 18 year-olds. Youth will be placed in an age-appropriate group for a portion of the workshop. To register: https://www.creativepathwaysindy.org/sibshops/
