Indy's Child // 06.2010 by Midwest Parenting Publications

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COMMENtary & ParENtING * PuBlISHEr’S NOtE: Indianapolis Gets a New Brand

aSk a tEEN : High School anxiety

MOMMy MaGIC: Creating Cherished Summer Childhood Memories

DEar tEaCHEr: Helping Children Make Friends, Summer plans & Gifted Children, Spelling Words

NEWS & SHOPPING * NEWS yOu CaN uSE: air Shows, Wish Funds, Science and More!

HEaltH & WEllNESS * PEDIatrIC HEaltH: The Best Father's Day Gift

SPECIal NEEDS aWarENESS: 10 Tips for Vacationing with a Child with autism

PEDIatrIC HEaltH: a Healthier Tomorrow for Our Families

arOuND tOWN * PrOfIlE: 11 annual Vintage Indiana Food & Wine Festival returns

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INDy ParkS: Fantastic Family Fun at Eagle Creek park

MuSEuM NOtE: prepare . . . to . . . rock . . . at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis!

faMIly fuN IN INDy: art, Nature and Family Time in 100 acres

artS & ENrICHMENt: Swimmers & Skippers

INDIaNaPOlIS ZOO: Enjoy a Night Out with Music, Dinner, animals and the Kids!

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New York for the US Open Tennis Championships

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Publisher’s Note

Indianapolis Gets a New Brand New Growth Spurs Greater Cooperation

foundinG publisher Barbara Wynne barbara@indyschild.com publisher & president of sAles & business development Mary Wynne Cox publisher@indyschild.com AssociAte publisher & editor-in-chief Lynette Rowland editor@indyschild.com sAles And business development Jennica Zalewski jennica@indyschild.com Art direction & desiGn Heather Lipe heather@indyschild.com public relAtions And AdvertisinG coordinAtor Erin Tulley erin@indyschild.com

I WAS BORN, and raised in Indianapolis so I have been part of its evolution. I remember when comedians joked about Indianapolis being India-no-place. How wrong they have proven themselves to be!

Last week Indianapolis was named a New Heartland Metro Area. After reading the criteria, I think our growth and development is pretty good. We were compared to Cincinnati and Louisville in population growth: Indianapolis has grown 12%; Cincinnati 7% and Louisville 6.8% . We were cited for a population of well-educated families. Our diversity was also praised.

IUPUI has gone from NCAA Division IV to Division I. Part of my opposition to the demolition of the entire Tennis Center is related to the work and pride that the Municipal Recreation Inc. and the Metro Club had in establishing this fi rst-class center. The Metro Club has evolved into the Jaguars Athletic Club and promotes great fund raisers like the Michael Carroll Golf Outing to be held June 9th and benefi ts IUPUI student athletes.

I was born, and raised in Indianapolis so I have been part of its evolution. I remember when comedians joked about Indianapolis being India-noplace. How wrong they have proven themselves to be!

I know that I was very proud in the late 60s when I was part of a “think tank” group that met at Lilly Endowment to envision our city decades later. We projected Indianapolis to be the Amateur Sports Capital of the World and established headquarters for many Sports Federations and set up some milestones for healthy living. Many of those projects have really enhanced our city. The same “think tank” was dedicated to build IUPUI into a major University. I was an early member of the Metro Club and the late Michael Carroll insisted that we build a base of athletic participation at IUPUI. The campus was small in the 1960s and there was opposition to its expansion. Today we can all say—job well done!

I remember saying over and over to people asking me about Indianapolis: “It’s a great place to work and raise a family.” Today that is ever so true. Our city is such a great mix of private and public sectors working together to make our urban challenges manageable. Foundations, service organizations and religious organizations all have programs helping Indy. It has been more than 40 years since I met with the “think tank” to help plan the future development of downtown Indianapolis and now the groups we helped have a master plan to develop the same area. I hope that they will realize that today’s IUPUI campus and sports facility were a good result of the infusion of thoughtful volunteers from the past.

controller / AccountAnt Roxanne Burns roxanne@indyschild.com office mAnAGer Karen Ring karen@indyschild.com on the cover Trey Weerts, Age 4 COVEr PHOtOGraPHy Sara Morris Photography

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Lakeshore Chiropractic and Learning Rx Host Free Family Event, Kids Day Indianapolis On Saturday, June 19, 2010 10am-1pm in the parking Lot of Lakeshore Chiropractic: A Creating Wellness Center, join us for a fun filled festival FREE for the entire family to encourage health, wellness and education of kids in the Indianapolis community. This event is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the kids of our community by offering free health screenings, healthy food samples, and fun exercise activities! Bring the kids to enjoy bounce houses, arts and crafts and face painting! Inspire your kids to make healthy lifestyle choices by entering them in our “All-star Fit Kids” contest. Kids will be able to enter their drawing of the actions they take to be healthy and happy. Grades 3-8 can submit a paragraph with their drawing.

Expect tons of family friendly fun at the 14th annual Indianapolis Air Show June 11-13, 2010. Come early to enjoy acres of ground displays including airplanes, hot air balloons, the Marsh Kids Zone, Zhu Zhu Pets display, car show, costumed characters and more! At around noon, the planes take to the sky for over 4 hours of raw power and aerobatic brilliance including wing walkers, sky divers and more—you won’t believe your eyes! Great food and fun just minutes away at Mt. Comfort Airport. Discount tickets at indyairshow.com, Marsh stores and United Package Liquors stores. Buy early and save! Visit www.IndyAirShow.com for more details. The Miracle Ride Foundation II, Inc dba The Indianapolis Air Show is a 501(c)(3) charitable entity and net proceeds from the air show are distributed to Central Indiana Community Foundation (CICF) to support children’s charities. Sign up for the Indy's Child E-newsletter at www.indyschild.com and you'll be able to register to win a family four pack!

2nd Annual Caroline Symmes Memorial Benefit Celebrity Softball Challenge To Benefit Indiana Children’s Wish Fund Set For Thursday, June 3rd At Victory Field. Are you looking for great family fun at an affordable price and want to support a local wish-granting group at the same time? Join the excitement on Thursday, June 3, 2010 at Victory Field for the second annual Caroline Symmes Memorial Celebrity Softball Challenge, benefiting Indiana Children's Wish Fund and presented by The Tony Stewart Foundation. Fans have the opportunity to witness their favorite hometown Superstars battle it out in a 5-inning celebrity softball game. Players include the Indianapolis Colts and Indiana Pacers, mascots, media personalities and other sports stars. Tickets are only $5 and FREE for children ages three and under. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the game starts at 7 p.m. In addition to the softball game, a special Kids Interactive Game area will be available and includes fun games, face painting and local mascots. The evening will conclude with a firework display. Tickets to Home Team Celebrity Softball Challenge are available through Ticketmaster or can be purchased at the Victory Field box office. 6 INDY’S CHILD * JUNE 2010

Robert Mathis, Pro Bowl Defensive End of The Indianapolis Colts and Roy Hibbert, Center for the Indiana Pacers, will host the event. Last year, over 25 Indianapolis Colts players, including Peyton Manning, Reggie Wayne, Pierre Garcon and Dwight Freeney, along with Indiana Pacers Stephen Graham and Josh McRoberts, television and radio media personalities and other celebrities participated in the softball game. WISH-TV Channel 8, WIBC and 1070 THE FAN radio stations are the media partners. Anthony Calhoun (WISH-TV sports director) and Joe Staysniak (WIBC and THE FAN radio) will serve as coMasters of Ceremony. The event is in memory of Caroline Symmes, a Wish child who was involved with the inaugural softball event and passed away in December 2009. Caroline’s parents, Elizabeth and David are honored to have Caroline’s name attached to this annual family event which promotes Indiana Children’s Wish Fund. For more information go to: www.indywish.org

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Families Can Discover Indiana's Limestone Heritage This June Celebrate southern Indiana’s limestone heritage this June during the second annual Limestone Month! Multiple festival opportunities throughout Monroe and Lawrence counties include limestone carving workshops, architectural walking tours, quarry tours, museum exhibitions, lectures, programs and more. Of special interest to families, the WonderLab Museum of Science, Health and Technology in Bloomington will highlight the science of limestone. Among the unique experiences at WonderLab will be interactive gallery chats about the biology and surprising geologic history of our region's ancient environment, limestone-themed craft stations, an art exhibition depicting limestone’s microbiological origins, local history and architectural significance, and special hands-on science programs. To make things more fun, especially for the children, WonderLab has created a Limestone Discovery Quest with challenging clues to information about the science of limestone visitors can seek out at various exhibits in the museum. The

Limestone Discovery Quest will be available to pick up at the museum’s welcome desk. Limestone Month is collaborative effort of the Lawrence and Monroe County Convention and Visitors Bureaus, the Limestone Symposium, the Indiana Geological Survey, Indiana Artisan, and the WonderLab Museum. More information about Limestone Month is available online at limestonemonth.com. WonderLab, a private 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, is a top 25 science center (Parents Magazine). The museum is located at 308 West Fourth Street on the B-Line Trail in the Bloomington Entertainment and Arts District (BEAD). The museum is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday, 9:30 am - 5:00 pm and Sunday, 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm. WonderLab is open extended evening hours until 8:30 pm, with an admission discount, the first Friday of the month. General admission is $6.00 for children and $7.00 for adults. Children under the age of one are free. More information about WonderLab and its Limestone Month events is available by calling 812-337-1337 ext. 25 or online at wonderlab.org.

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Recreation Unlimited Offers Safest Equipment and Trampolines in the US Recreation Unlimited offers only the safest outdoor recreation equipment in America. Every parent wants to know their child is having fun and is safe while doing so. Recreation Unlimited prides itself on giving you both. Never worry about your child’s safety on a trampoline again. Springfree Trampolines are manufactured with safety in mind, without taking away any of the fun! A revolutionary design has changed the way trampolines will be viewed. Fun, functional and practical are the highlights of Springfree Trampolines!

hours of fun. A mesh enclosure guarantees no one will slip off of the elevated trampoline. No springs means a soft jumping surface, with nothing protruding. Parents will also appreciate the noiseless Springfree Trampoline — no springs mean no squeaks. There’s also no need to worry about your trampoline in the winter, as Springfree Trampolines are manufactured to resist rust, UV rays and other environmental risks. Springfree Trampolines come in a variety of shapes and sizes, one of which is sure to meet your needs.

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These days, too much time is spent hanging around indoors, playing video games or watching TV. Everyone knows the benefits of being active and living a healthy lifestyle, but it can be difficult to get motivated. Springfree Trampolines are the perfect way to get your family moving in a fun way while enjoying exercise without even thinking about it. Springfree Trampolines are great for every age group because they promote activity in a fun and safe way. Enjoy the feeling of being weightless while building strength, stamina, and endurance.

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11th Annual Vintage Indiana Wine and Food Festival Returns Jon McLaughlin, Jennie DeVoe and NeedToBreathe to Perform Saturday, June 5th Musicians Jon M c L aughlin , Jennie DeVoe and N e e d To B r e a t h e will entertain at the 11th annual Vintage Indiana Wine & Food Festival. The popular outdoor fest is slated for Saturday, June 5, 11 am to 7 pm at Military Park in Downtown Indianapolis.

ticket pr ice. Food selections and wine by the Over 10,000 wine, food and music aficionados are expected glass or bottle are not to attend this family-friendly event. Advance sale tickets are included in the admission. A available now at Marsh Supermarkets throughout the state wide variety of cuisine from several of and on-line at www.vintageindiana.com. the state’s top eateries will be available for purchase at the event. Tickets are $22 for adults (age 21 and over) in advance; $25 at the gate. Designated drivers can attend the festival for only Festival-goers also will enjoy an eclectic collection of $10 – and receive free Pepsi products all day long! Tickets are arts & crafts booths, the interactive KidZone presented $5 for youths (ages 6-20), and children 5 and under are free. by Indy’s Child, and mouth-watering cooking demos from the Wine & Food Experience Pavilion stage Wine sampling from over two-dozen Indiana wineries and sponsored by the Indiana State Poultry Association and all entertainment, including the concerts, are covered in the Clark’s Appliance.

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The 11t h annual Vintage Indiana Wine & Food Festival is pre sent ed by the Indiana Wine Grape C ou n c i l . Eve n t sponsors include Marsh Supermarkets, Pepsi, the A mer ican Dair y Association of Indiana, WISH-TV/8, MyNDY-TV/23, NU VO Newsweekly, WTTS 92.3 FM, and Indy’s Child. Proceeds from Vintage Indiana benefit the Indiana Wine Grape Council, a not-for-profit organization that furthers the development of Indiana’s wine industry from its headquarters at Purdue University. Forty-six wineries operate within the Hoosier state, whose wine industry dates all the way back to 1802.

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ask a teen

High School Anxiety

What Teens Say,What You Can Do One extremely common anxiety shared by young teenagers is high school. Teenagers dread not fitting in or getting bullied. What can one expect when going to into high school? I interviewed ten teens to get my facts straight. How important are first impressions? Do you venture out of your group of friends or keep it close to home? How about peer pressure and how important are sports? Results were mixed, but the answers were overwhelmingly similar.

“I would tell young teens to be open minded and to stay organized. I think that expectations set in middle school were unreasonable. I don’t think that first impressions are that important. Also, mingling with cliques is a good thing to expand your horizons. I would be myself and don’t take peer pressure. And yes, sports are fun and help you make friends.” -Lynsey M. “I thought that I would be flooded with peer pressure for sex and drugs. I think that high school is easy to cope with when you stop caring about everything. First impressions help with judgmental people. I tend to have the same friends but mingling with other cliques is fun. I didn’t do sports but I was okay. I think that peer pressure is hard to resist.” -Austin N. “Don’t try too hard because it’s not that big of a deal. You don’t have to do as much homework as you think you will. First impressions are usually accurate. Sometimes mingling with other cliques is bad. I think that peer

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pressure is hard to ignore and to say no. Sports can get you friends.” -Luke C. “I think that as long as you be yourself and be polite that people will like you and that first impressions are important. I think that you should mingle with other cliques because in life it is important to be social and mingling will help. You should say no to peer pressure and walk away. I think that sports don’t make a difference, you either play or you don’t.” -Tra’Vonna J. “I would tell young teens to be themselves. I first expected school to be huge with lots of new people but I realized that I already knew most of them since fourth grade. First impressions aren’t everything. On the first day of school everyone goes back to their cliques so there is no need to make impressions. I make new friends. You just should say no to peer pressure. Sports make a difference so you can have fun, but you should balance school and homework too.” -Bethany G. “I think that a reputation shouldn’t matter so people will take you seriously and care about you. In order to prevent caring, refuse peer pressure and make friends that you can trust. Do what you think is right.” -Clare R. “Yes, you do keep the same friends but you should be friendly and make new friends, as well. You should mingle with other cliques only if you are comfortable with them. You might

just meet a new friend! I handle peer pressure by doing what I think would be right. You should stand your ground even if it is tempting. Don’t change and people will respect you. I think sports are great to exercise and to hang out with friends. You can get involved with any after school activity and be fine.” -Katie K. “I think that you should read a lot of books. I thought I would be bullied freshman year, but I wasn’t. I don’t think first impressions are important and that people should know you in depth. I think that it’s good to mingle with other cliques. I think that you should resist peer pressure and sports are fun but are not necessary. “ -Mario B. “ I would say that you should stick to your studies focus. First impressions are very important to me. I keep the same friends, but mingle with other cliques and make new friends. I think that peer pressure is hard to resist and just use good judgment. Sports are not that important.”-Jenn L. “I would say to be yourself and be nice to people. You should not expect massive peer pressure like on the TV. Keep old friends but mingle. Sports are important to make friends” -Alyssa P. Sophia Borzabadi is a fourteen year old and resides in Noblesville. Her hobbies include reading, acting, and writing. She plans on attending Notre Dame to pursue aeronautical and astronomical sciences.

Here are a few tips that parents can give teens to help ease the stress of high school: 1. Be yourself. It’s easy to change yourself, but you should stick to your true colors because, in my own words, nobody likes a poseur and true friends accept you. 2. Be organized. You will have so much better grades if you take notes and organize them. Study a bit each night and you’ll be fine. Help your child learn better methods of organization, study habits and tutoring, if necessary. 3. First impressions are important. Be polite and nice to other people in your school. Not everyone has to like you, but putting your best foot forward will help ease stress and open the door to more friendships. 4. Just say no to peer pressure. Yes, it’s hard not to fit in, but think about how bad activities will affect you once you’ve done them. And if your teen does make a bad decision, open the door to ask that your child talk to you about it. Remember that you were a teen once, too. Sometimes, it takes making mistakes to learn from them. 5. Being in a school sport is fun, but so are club sports. Encourage your teen to try some new activities and groups to make friends. You don’t have to like sports, but working with other students to learn more about other people and yourself is just as important and wonderful confidence builders.

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pediatric health

The Best Father's Day Gift

Creating Meaningful Bonds Between Father and Child Mugs, ties, golf balls and made-with-love cards and crafts are common Father’s Day gifts. But this Father’s Day, one of the best gifts a dad may receive is one he will give his children: a meaningful bond and relationship.

“These are not uncommon scenarios,” Richardson shares. “Parents and children can have different interests, energy styles and personalities. The key is realizing that and then finding a middle ground and celebrating both.”

Kimble Richardson, a licensed mental health counselor with the St.Vincent Stress Center, says that it’s important – particularly as children age – to find ways to connect. It’s often in the “doing” that kids and parents communicate.

Richardson encourages dads to learn about what interests their children. As they get excited about their children’s interests, the children, in turn, may be more likely to learn about what interests their dads.

“Find something that interests your children and try to do it together as a family. Ask your children what they want to do and then do it together,” he advises.

A connection in the differences But what if you and your child don’t have a lot in common? You like sports. Your child is more interested in drawing and painting. You like reading. Your child will barely sit still for a story. You’ve long dreamed of playing catch with your child. Baseball is his least favorite sport.

He cautions dads not to assume that children will never change their interests. A 5-year-old who doesn’t like books may change in a couple years, particularly as he learns to read.

Let’s get physical Physical activity is a great – and healthy – way for dads to bond with kids. “It’s been shown that when children see dads exercising, it will influence the role that exercise has in that child’s life,” says Chris Carr, Ph.D., sport psychologist at St.Vincent Sports Performance. “Not only will it help with dads being good role models, but it also gives children the opportunity to learn how to overcome difficulties and how to challenge themselves when they’re tired.”

Dads can use sports and physical activities to teach more than skill development. These activities are learning grounds for life skills. “In sports, you can learn that you don’t always win, that you’re not always the best, and that you can overcome obstacles—these are all behaviors that can have a great influence over a child’s future in sports, health and life,” Dr. Carr shares.

Importance of quality time Finding time to be together is difficult for many busy families, though. But Richardson says even 15 minutes – in the car, during dinner, at bedtime – is important. It is not the quantity of time together; it is the quality of time together that is most important to children. “Focus on getting the most out of your time together. For example, routines can be an important way to establish relationships. It may even be little things, such as the way you greet your children each morning or evening. Consistently do things that say ‘I want to spend time with you,’” he says. Richardson says the gift of connecting with children is one that dads will pass on to more than just their children. “Ultimately, what I’m doing

with my kids is going to affect my grandchildren one day,” Richardson says. “I’m trying to set an example for my kids to be good parents one day as well.”

Daddy Boot Camp Boot Camp for New Dads -- a class designed for men only -- provides expectant dads with concrete and practical advice about their upcoming role as fathers as well as some hands-on experience with real babies. “Vet Dads” also discuss parenting from the male perspective, sharing the challenges and rewards of being a new dad. They give the "rookies" advice and ideas on how to bond with their new child and offer support to the new mom. As part of the course, men receive Crash Course for New Dads: Tools, Checklists & Cheat-Sheets. St.Vincent Women’s Hospital offers Boot Camp for New Dads the third Saturday of each month. To

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Fantastic Family Fun at Eagle Creek Park— Music, Picnics, Trails and More Indy Parks Offer Full Summer of Family Fun

Indy Parks is proud to have one of the most unique destinations for your family: Eagle Creek Park. This year, we are providing a recipe for family fun by mixing up a batch of magical ingredients that include nature, music, trails, smiles and hands-on learning experiences that will delight kids of all ages.

Indy Parks is hosting summer concerts at Eagle Creek Park. Come move, groove and sway with nature in a brand new way. The fun doesn’t stop with the music—it goes on as long as you spend time in the Park. There is an array of attractions that include a beach, trails to bike, boats to ride and much more. You can even create your own adventure. Peer into the trees to spy your favorite birds or kayak the reservoir with the sun above and the f ish below. Did you

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know Eagle Creek Park is one of the largest municipal parks in the United States? It boasts over 1,400 acres of water and 3,900 acres of forestr y, trails and water front destinations. Pack a picnic, rent a bike, take a hike, lounge on the beach, cruise in a canoe and enjoy this treasured park.

songwriter, Steve hosts a family radio program featuring original comedy sketches and songs.

The Family Fun Concert Series at Eagle Creek Park will engage and entertain families with younger children. Artists perform at 10:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Cost is $6.00 per person which includes admission to this magnificent park. Series includes:

If discovery is your middle name, you won’t want to miss the Earth Discovery Center in the heart of the park. Explore what lives and breathes in the trees and on forest floors of Indiana. This state-of-the-art learning laboratory transports you out of the classroom and into the live native animal and plant world of the Park. With a full functioning wet lab and naturalists on hand to answer your earthly questions, you will build memories that will last a lifetime.

June 26, Brady Rumer and the Little Band that Could— This award-winning band’s rollicking, roots-y tunes will pop the audience out of their chairs.

If you want to make some waves, splash around at Eagle Creek Beach and Plunge Harbor. Where else can you slide into 1400 acres of water? And parents, you will love burying your toes in the sand as you watch the kids cool off from the heat of the sun.

July 10, Trout Fishing in America—This four-time Grammy nominee duo is silly in one song and tender in the next, which shows why they are so unique! July 24, Steve Charney—Steve has been a nut for a very long time. A magician, ventriloquist, author, musician and

July 31, Billy Jonas Band—In sing-alongs, bang-alongs and whisper-alongs—Billy’s primary instrument is you! Concerts begin with simple tuning of the audience; from there a whimsical path carries listeners through stories of life, love and family. Be prepared to sing, clap and dance! While you are still humming the tune of your favorite song, check out a bird’s eye view of life with Eagle Creek Park’s new Ornithology Center located on the north end of the park’s property along Eagle Creek Parkway. Flutter along through the interactive kiosks, nest at the simulated pond and nature room and marvel at the birds from the watch room overlooking Eagle Creek Reservoir.

There is so much to do at Eagle Creek Park that we know one visit won’t be enough. Make plans to join our new concert series in the Park and bring your adventure shoes. This will be a summer of family fun you won’t want to miss.

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Prepare . . . to . . . Rock . . . at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis! New Exhibit Rock Stars, Cars and Guitars Opens June 12 Rockin’ Things to Do! Get in the groove; there is so much to check out! Families and children can:

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Explore the Recording Studio, and listen to music. Twist and shout” on the Concert Stage. Dress up like a rock star! Even a “tiny dancer” can take part in Stage Presence 101, and learn some signature rock star moves.

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Work it on out” as you design your own album cover.

Get ready for an all-star summer as The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis presents its hottest new exhibit, Rock Stars, Cars and Guitars! From Chuck Berry to the Beatles, from Glam Rock to Grunge, rock ‘n’ roll has shaped American pop culture and rock performers have dazzled us with their sounds and styles.

Opening June 12, Rock Stars, Cars and Guitars will immerse families and children into music. Go into the Studio, experience the Concert Stage, and enjoy stargazing as you check out some of rock ‘n’ roll’s coolest costumes, “axes” and rides!

Come together!” Share memories of concert experiences, and discuss musical tastes.

Rockin’ Things to See! When rock stars take the stage, they do it in style! Rocks Stars, Cars and Guitars features some amazing artifacts, including:

Elvis Presley’s tiger jumpsuit, worn in Indianapolis during the final concert of his career.

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A guitar autographed by rock ‘n’ roll legend Chuck Berry. A Fender® guitar played by John Lennon. Roy Orbison’s slick little red Corvette® (1961). Signature costumes worn by members of heavymetal favorite band KISS. The Beatles’ autographed gold record for “I Want to Hold Your Hand.” Fantastic fan memorabilia, including autographed album covers, and ticket stubs from Indy concerts by Elvis Presley and The Rolling Stones.

So come visit The Children’s Museum this summer as we rock the house!

To learn more about this exciting new exhibit, visit The Children’s Museum online at www.childrensmuseum.org. Chad Mertz is Public Relations Coordinator for The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.

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Art, Nature and Family Time in 100 Acres New Art & Nature Park at IMA is a Must See

Winnie the Pooh loves his 100-acre wood as much as he loves honey. Now your little “Super Sleuth” can discover his or her own secret passageways in Indianapolis at the new 100 Acres: The Virginia Fairbanks Art & Nature Park at the IMA (Indianapolis Museum of Art). Located on 100 acres of woodlands and wetlands along with a 35-acre lake, this brand new art and nature park is not so much whimsy as it is a chance to open the window to creativity for kids. Parents looking for something different to do might f ind it a great backdrop for a family picnic while introducing the children to a little art and culture.

The artwork explores the natural features of the area. For example, the architecture of the visitors pavilion was inspired by a deteriorating leaf. Parents can point to the ceiling that was designed with alternating planks of wood and acrylic allowing sun to shine through and explain the architect's vision of sun gleaming through the veins of a leaf. And what kid wouldn’t giggle with glee at the chance to sit on “Funky Bones.” Don’t worry, these skeletal pieces of art are not of the human variety. It is actually a grouping of 20 benches that will form the shape of an enormous skeleton when looking at it from above. Each piece could be used as a stepping off point in talking to the kids about their own imaginative ideas or to talk about practical matters. In this case, it 16 INDY’S CHILD * JUNE 2010

might be a good way to talk about his or her body and how everyone is different. For the younger ones, you could even sing the “Dem Bones” song. You remember, right? “The toe bone connected to the heel bone…” Happy little hoopsters will want to check out the sculptural surrealist basketball court. It’s actually the centerpiece of the parking loop. And the court, with its steel arches, probably could serve as a jungle gym. Of course, you could pack your own ball and play a fun game of H-O-R-S-E before settling down for a picnic on one of the lawns. A stroll to the 35-acre lake will reveal a series of platforms that can actually be used as a fishing dock. While perched upon one of the platforms, the kids will no doubt let their imaginations run wild with stories of pirates and sinking ships when they look out at the sculptural profile of a ship. With its name, Eden 2, painted on each side, the ship is a modernday ark seemingly filled with human passengers. There will also be a large floating island that will be functional and inhabitable. The island will be an experiment in modular living, examining the daily needs of contemporary human beings and two students from Herron School of Art and Design will live on the island this summer. You can use all of these pieces and places to talk to your children about the delicate balance between humans and nature. The art and nature park will become the largest museum contemporary art park and the only park of its kind in an urban setting in the United States. The Art & Nature Park site is also bordered by the White River and runs along

the IMA’s current 52-acre campus, a large portion of which is made up of historic landscapes, gardens and an orchard. There is a wonderful scenic pathway running through the heart of it for walkers & joggers. And the outdoors sets a beautiful backdrop for family photos. While you are there, take the time to explore the galleries inside the Indianapolis Museum of Art for free or visit the Oldfields–Lilly House & Gardens, an historic Country Place Era estate on the IMA’s grounds. The renovated 600-seat Tobias Theater offers culturally adventurous programming throughout the year, including talks, performances, and films. The Summer Nights Film Series is a great date night for Mom and Dad. And teens (or adults for that matter) who appreciate art might want to check out www.artbabble. org. There is an incredible wealth of knowledge about the arts organized by the IMA and includes some of the top art museums in the nation. Whether you choose to take the kids on a tour inside the museum or spend time together outdoors, I think you’ll find both settings are ideal for a fun adventure of learning together during some quality family time. And a big bonus is that most of it is free. Kimberly Harms has four children (5-24) along with a grandchild and is the associate director of media relations at the Indianapolis Convention & Visitors Association, www. visitindy.com. You can follow her on Twitter @ kimberlyharms.

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Enjoy a Night Out with Music, Dinner, Animals and the Kids! Animals and All That Jazz Returns to the Indianapolis Zoo Enjoy a Night Out with Music, Dinner, Animals and the Kids!

Those interested in bringing a little music and culture to their families, with the freedom to clap, dance and play around, should “Kick It with the Cool Cats” at the Indianapolis Zoo during the Animals and All That Jazz concert series, Thursday evenings, July 15 through August 19. The most unique concert venue in the city (the middle of the Zoo) offers visitors a chance to see Zoo animals until 7pm, while the concerts and activities run from 5:30-8:30pm. Besides listening to amazing music from the area’s most well-known bands, adults will have the chance to register for prizes at booths from the Zoo and local jazz venues, while various activities keep children engaged and having a blast. The kids will love getting to meet Zookeepers as they bring out animals, letting you get even closer and ask questions. Then, dance with the Zoo’s mascot before climbing on the playground and until 7pm, cool down in the Kroger Splash Park – both are located directly opposite the Jazz stage. On those really warm summer evenings, the kids will find the Splash Park’s cooling waters of the pop up jets and the towering daisy fountains to be great fun. (But parents might want to bring an extra set of dry clothes for the little ones.) Also, the Zoo rides will be running until 7pm. As a perk for

Zoo members, a d i f ferent Zoo ride will be featured each night to ride free of charge. And don’t forget about family dinner! Café on the Commons will be open with Zoo favorites such as hot dogs, nachos and hamburgers, while full buffet options with additional offerings awaits more mature diners. (As with any Zoo visit, guests are asked to refrain from bringing in personal food and drinks.) Don’t miss out on a chance to enjoy live music and special festivities at one of Indianapolis’ favorite family spots! With no specific seating for the event, guests can gather around a picnic table or bring their own lawn chairs. Don’t worry if you see a few clouds rolling in—the concert will move to the Party Pavilion in inclement weather. Invite family and friends and come “Kick It with the Cool Cats” at the Indianapolis Zoo. Animals and All That Jazz is free for members and included with regular Zoo admission. Learn more at www.indianapoliszoo.com!

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Making the Most of a Summer Staycation No money for an island getaway this summer? Good. There’s too much going on right here in Central Indiana for you to leave anyway. There’s literally something for everyone in Indiana! Want hot air balloons? Check. How about an enormous Etch A Sketch? Check. 7,000 bikers? Of course. Drum corps, starlit movies, Elvis? Yep, yep, yep. What kid wouldn’t want to be here this summer? There are too many family-friendly adventures, events and activities to come close to doing Indianapolis justice in one small article. There are, however, a few worth noting as you sketch out your family’s summer plans for a magnificent staycation.

Museum Mania If you have kids then surely you are well acquainted with the city’s many museums. Whether exploring the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis Museum of Art, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Hall of Fame Museum, Conner Prairie or any others, you can’t go wrong. The Children’s Museum, for one, is prepared to educate and entertain kids all summer long. Among its 472,900 square-feet of fascinating exhibits is the new Etch A Sketch display. Through Aug. 1, kids can take turns operating the world’s largest Etch A Sketch and create their own masterpiece. Surely, mom and dad will want to get in on this act, too.

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The museum’s Rock Stars, Cars and Guitars exhibit will open June 12, allowing families to immerse themselves in hit music. Museumgoers will be able to go into a music studio, experience the concert stage and check out cool costumes, rock-n-roll memorabilia and more. Parents, don’t forget that the f irst Thursday of each month is Target Free Family Night at the Children’s Museum, so the museum is free of charge from 4 to 8 p.m. What a deal! Conner Prairie is another must-do museum this summer. The park kicks the season off with the free Indiana Festival, June 5-6, where visitors will discover the state’s rich cultural heritage through diverse music, art, dances and foods that have gotten us to where we are today. This interactive history park is also planning a variety of day camps June 7 - July 30 during which kids will explore their inner adventurer or budding artist while making new friends and attempting challenging outdoor activities. In addition, Conner Prairie will offer fun and educational classes for little tykes including Barn Buddies, Carpenters and Cabins, and Frogs Are Calling.

The Sound of Summer Music What is summer without amazing music? Indianapolis and surrounding communities have incredible music events planned throughout the summer. For instance, families can enjoy a great concert series at On the Point at Eagle Creek Park. The series kicks off with the award-winning Brady Rymer and the Little Band That Could on June 26 and wraps up with the Billy Jonas Band on July 31. All shows play at 10 and 11:30 a.m. on their respective dates. Families can also enjoy great tunes from the past at the Celebrate the Greats concert series at Garf ield Park MacAllister Center. This series commences on June 4 at 7 p.m.

with American English, a Beatles celebration band. Peter Oprisko, often described as the “next Frank Sinatra,” will perform on July 9 and the eight-piece band Elvis 2000 plays on July 23 - both at 7 p.m. For really affordable— note FREE—live music check the Indy Parks summer fun guide or visit indyparks.org for a complete listing of concerts that occur all summer long. Your family can affordably enjoy jazz, blues, symphony, pops and more at many of the beautiful Indy-area parks. Also, don’t let your 2 - 5 year old go the entire summer without at least one Kids Koncert in Carmel. Kicking off on June 2 with Mik the Music Man and The Bounce House Band at West Park. These high-energy kiddie concerts are free and loaded with fun. The series runs most Wednesday mornings at 10, check the Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation summer guide for dates and locations or visit www.carmelclayparks.com. If all of this wasn’t enough, the Indianapolis Zoo invites visitors to unwind this summer with its Animals and All That Jazz program. For six Thursdays in July and August, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m., your family can relax to cool sounds while enjoying the zoo’s animals. Now that is surely a great way for the entire family to experience music together.

High-Octane Entertainment Music with perhaps a bit more beat will be jamming at the Drum Corps International World Championships, Aug. 12-14, at Lucas Oil Stadium. For families not in the know, Drum Corps International is considered Marching Music’s Major League. What kid of any age wouldn’t get caught up in the excitement of elite drum corps battling it out at the end of their intensive summer tour? It will surely be nothing less than amazing. Every bit as intense as the drum corps competition, though not nearly as loud, will be the second annual IronKids Carmel youth triathlon on July 25. Kids ages 6 to 15 will compete in age-appropriate distances for each swim, bike and run event. The triathlon will take place in and around the Monon Community Center.

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For high caliber entertainment high in the sky, check out the Indianapolis Air Show, June 11-13, at Mount Comfort Airport. This year’s headliner will be the world’s only P-51 Horsemen Aerobatic Team which served in World War II. The Military class will also be represented by the USAF A-10 (Thunderbolt II) East Demo Team, US Navy F/A-18 E/F (Super Hornets) and USAF Heritage fl ight coupled with a P-51. Red Bull Air Race champion Michael Goulian and his Extra300SHP is one of many exciting civilian performances scheduled this year. The show will be packed with action and there will be plenty of added attractions like hot air balloons, car show, kid’s zone, military history encampment and more. Be sure to grab the kids to watch an anticipated 7,000 bikers take over Indianapolis streets in the 17th Annual Miracle Ride that benefits Riley Hospital for Children. At 11 a.m. on June 6, the bikers will make their way from Allison Transmission Inc. to the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. There the bikers will take a lap around the track ending at the infi eld of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. To date the event has raised nearly $3 million for the hospital and has surely awe-struck kids who catch a glimpse of the radical ride.

has since hosted more than 270 screenings of fi lms ranging from black-and-white classics to modern hits. This summer’s fi lms will include Rebel Without a Cause, Pee-wee’s Big Adventure, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Monty Python and the Holy Grain, and others. Indy Parks also hosts a variety of family-friendly under-the-stars movies at a variety of local parks. For costs, dates and times of all events, visit www.indyparks.org and download the 2010 Summer Fun Guide.

But wait, there’s more... ...so much more. Don’t forget about amazing staples like the State Fair and the great many 4th of July events. The list obviously goes on. All you really need to remember is there’s no better place to be this summer than home in Central Indiana. Be sure to bookmark the Indianapolis Convention and Visitors Association website www.visitindy.com on your home computer to fi nd even more activities that are right around the corner. And, as always, the Indy’s Child award-winning calendar of events available online 24/7 at www. indyschild.com.

Ah, summer is here. Time for fun! CarrIE BISHOp is a freelance writer and mother of two young sons, whose daily antics inspire her work and her life. Contact her at freelancewritercarrie@ gmail.com.

The Big Screen Under the Big Dipper If your kids pack in all this high-energy activity, they may do well winding down with a good movie under a blanket of stars. Throughout the summer, Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation will run movies in the spacious West Park. Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs, Where the Wild Things Are, How to Train Your Dragon, Goonies and E.T. will air at dusk and is free to the community. Bring a blanket and your picnic basket for a fun night outside with the movies. For those who would like to watch a movie poolside, head to the Monon Community Center’s water park at dusk on July 23 to catch Jaws and Aug 6 to see Band Slam. The Indianapolis Museum of Art will also be screening fi lms every Friday in its outdoor amphitheater, June 4 - Aug. 27. This outdoor tradition began in 1976 and the museum

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area of Expertise: Birthday parties Cost: $6 plus pottery Dates/Hours: Mo-Sa 10am to 6pm, Sn 12pm-5pm, evenings for parties Field trips available: Yes for churches, schools, coworkers and more all ages A Painting Pottery Studio in a fun and relaxed environment, where “You are the artist!”, allows guests to walk-in everyday to paint, plus hosts Birthday Parties, Girl Scouts (free patch!), Ladies’ Nights, Family Events, Glass Fusing, Mosaics, and Summer Workshops.

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all ages events, programs and camps Cost: Free to Various. Dates/Hours: Various Field trips available: ritchey Woods Nature preserve. Fishers Parks & Recreation offers special events, an outdoor summer concert series, programs for all ages. Our themed summer day camps run June-August. Camp Funshine offers fun learning activities, sports, crafts, games and water day! Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve holds camps with nature-oriented themes in a beautiful outdoor setting!

indiAnApolis museum of Art free spirit fArm 5175 E. 161st Street, Noblesville, IN 46062 phone: 317-844-6806 area of Expertise: Western riding Cost: 25.00 Hour Lesson Dates/Hours: Sunday-Friday Field trips available: On request Grades 1-12 Summer fun for all! Western Riding lessons: One hour lesson includes: Grooming, Tacking, & Riding Instruction. New Customer’s Special, Five Lessons for the price of four. Have fun learning all about horses by joining our Horseless Horse Club. Call for information on how you can participate in this fun.

4000 Michigan road, Indianapolis, IN 46208 phone: 317-923-1331 Website: imamuseum.org Cost: FrEE Dates/Hours: Daily; dawn until dusk Field trips available: For group tours, call 317-920-2679 all ages This summer, explore winding trails through woodlands, wetlands and meadows. Stand on the banks of a 35-acre lake, and discover captivating works by artists from around the world. All at IMA’s 100 Acres: The Virginia B. Fairbanks Art & Nature Park. Opens June 20.

monon community center Geist sports AcAdemy 11960 East 62nd Street, Indianapolis, IN Contact: Dana Osler phone: (317) 823-7734 Email: dana@geistsports.com www.geistsportsacademy.com

area of Expertise: Gymnastics, Cheer,Summer Camps, Birthday parties Dates/Hours: Year round 8:30 aM -9:00 pM Field trips available: YES ages/Grades: 18 months to 18 years GSA offers Gymnastics and Cheer instruction for all ages and levels! We also offer awesome themed camps for preschool thru schoolage children! Additionally, we offer Wet N Wild gym jams every Wednesday and Parent’s Night Out Saturday Evenings. Birthday Parties are also great fun at GSA!

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Cost: Daily adult $10, Youth/Senior $8 Dates/Hours: M-F 5a-10p; Sa 7a-8p; Su 9a-8p all ages The Monon Community Center serves as the centerpiece of Central Park, 161-acres with open green space, a fishing lagoon, skate park and trails. It consists of 146,000 square feet of recreational spaces with a Fitness Center and 10-acre Waterpark. Hundreds of recreation, fitness, dance, art, educational programs, and events are offered.

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Email: mschoch@royalpin.com Website: www.royalpin.com Dates/Hours: 9:00 am to midnight Field trips available: Daycare and School field trips available ages/Grades: 3-18 Come and have fun bowling with family and friends. Bumpers available by request so everone can knock down pins. Great food too!

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The Summer ADHD Medication Vacation Debate

Is a MEDICATION BREAK

Right for YOUR CHILD?

hen kids break from school this summer, some will also take a vacation from their ADHD medication.

The reasons for doing so are as

unique as the children affected by the disorder. Some parents are afraid the medication is suppressing their

When kids break from school this summer, some will also take a vacation from their ADHD medication.

child’s growth. Other families may want to see how the child manages his or her ADHD symptoms without medication. A few simply may not be committed to the therapy. Many experts say that kids whose primary impairment is academic, meaning they can’t focus on rigorous, structured school assignments, may be candidates for a medication break. On the other hand, kids who have trouble with emotional regulation may be better off sticking with their prescriptions.

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Dr. Charles Shinaver of Shinaver Counseling and Consulting feels that “wanting to take a child off medication for the summer is an indication of a parent’s mixed feelings about putting their child on the medication in the f irst place. Medication is a short-term strategy. Summer is a good time to entertain long-term strategies.” Pamela O’Brien, behavioral health specialist with Midtown Community Mental Health Center, says the key is to look at the core issues with respect to how the child’s ADHD impairs him or her. The decision depends on each family and child, the combination of symptoms the child exhibits, how those symptoms affect his environment, and the level of structure and discipline the parents will be available to provide during the summer. “One of the reasons it can be a good idea is that it gives parents and the child or youth some idea of how the child is functioning without the medication,” says Dr. Sarah Steizner, assistant clinical professor of pediatrics at the Indiana University School of Medicine. “Nobody wants to have to medicate their child. Yet studies show if you start treating children with ADHD early you can actually decrease the risk of them taking other sorts of drugs later in life. Kids who are not diagnosed and treated tend to have a lot more risk-taking behaviors,” says Steizner.

His answer:

“You.“

However families come to the debate, the risks should be weighed against the benef its. Parents should consult their child’s teachers and healthcare providers to gain their

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When on medication, "kids will talk about

responsible for managing the course of therapy. Being involved in a discussion such as this will help prepare this future adult for imminent decisions.

not having as much fun

Coping with a Med-Free Summer Families who choose to forgo ADHD medication for the summer will need to prepare to deal with the disorder’s symptoms. Advice and strategies tailored specif ically to a family’s needs should come from their family physician or mental health provider. There are a few general rules, however, that will help many families manage through the summer. Perhaps, f irst and foremost, is the need for parents to recognize that going from the highly structured academic year to the signif icantly less structured summer break can lead to boredom and bad habits. As such, Shinaver advises families to prepare in advance of going off medication. “You should organize the family around an agreement of consequences and structure for behavior.” O’Brien agrees that clear, direct communication is key. “A basic thing is just communicating well with the child...Children with ADHD tend to need more structure than other children to help them stay focused.” She recommends parents create written schedules and chore charts so expectations of the child are very clear. Maintaining a consistent breakfast time and bedtime routine are important. Kids, especially young children, do better when they have some warning about a transition. Give them a lead-time to adjust to different environments and different situations. For instance, let them know dinner will be served in 5 minutes and they need to f inish their current activity. Dr. Mary Van Hoy of Eyes for Wellness, a vision therapy clinic that treats visual conditions related to ADHD and other neurological disorders, believes that families who do go off their medication should make use of the break to look for underlying causes of the disorder’s symptoms. For instance, take the time to look at the child’s lifestyle. Is he getting adequate nutrients or hydration? Is he getting enough quality sleep? These things do matter and, according to Van Hoy, may contribute to some ADHD symptoms like poor eye tracking, eye focusing and eye teaming skills that could be addressed while the child is off medication. In the midst of these rules, it is also important that parents allow time for the child to creatively play, be physically active and avoid lengthy sedentary or screen time. Back to School, Back to Medication As all vacations do, they end. Children who break from their ADHD medication often go back on it for the academic year, even those who are successful off the medication in the lessstructured summertime. It is important that these children understand that going back on their medication is not a failure. They are simply entering a different setting.

or feeling like themselves."

professional opinions, but ultimately the decision rests with the family. In addition, if the child is old enough, parents should include him or her on the decision. Some kids will choose to stay on their medication because they feel more in control of their behavior. Shinaver says that it has been his experience that the majority of kids would prefer to not be on medication. When on medication, he says “kids will talk about not having as much fun or feeling like themselves.” Steizner says that older kids in particular can be resistant to taking medication and view a summer break from their ADHD prescription as a trial. In addition, kids’ ability to manage ADHD symptoms can change as their brains continue to develop. Going off the medication for a time is a way to gauge a child’s progress. Regardless of how the child feels, there will come a day when he or she f lies the coop and will be

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CarrIE BISHOp is a freelance writer and mother of two young sons, whose daily antics inspire her work and her life. Contact her at freelancewritercarrie@ gmail.com.

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10 Tips for Vacationing with a Child with Autism Why Pre-Planning is Imperative

Sometimes all you wish for is a vacation. If only you had a vacation ahead of you, all of this stress may seem less. Sometimes it’s not that simple, especially for families with children who have autism. These families— and kids—have a right to a great vacation. It may just take a bit more planning.

Following are a few tips for families who fall among these ranks. Do your homework ahead of time. In other words, figure out what destination is most suitable for a family with a special needs child. Call hotels in advance of booking and ask about special accommodations for your family.

“A lot of parks now are becoming more autism friendly,” says Mary Rosswurm, executive director of Little Star Center in Carmel. Disney World and Universal Studios are two examples of popular vacation spots that are also friendly toward the autism community. Families who provide a letter from the doctor will get fast passes that will keep your child from waiting in impossibly long lines that literally are not possible. Write a social story. Rosswurm recommends parents use written words or pictures to create a

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simple storybook for your child that details what is going to happen on the vacation. An example may be a book about the airport that includes going through security, getting on the airplane, wearing a seatbelt and the like. Provide a calendar. Put some work into your itinerary up front so there are as few surprises as possible. Use a calendar to help your child understand what day the family will go on vacation, when you will arrive at the destination, what will occur during the days and when you will return home. Anticipate needs. If your child is on a restricted diet, bring along snacks he can eat. If you will be traveling through airports, be prepared to inform security staff that your child has autism, especially if he or she will be patted down. Should you or your child be uncomfortable saying this aloud, create cards in advance that inform others of your child’s disorder to hand out as needed.

Dr. Breanne Hartley, Clinical Director of the Verbal Behavior Center for Autism in Indianapolis, also recommends parents expose their child to a modified version of the activities ahead of time. If the family will be going to a beach, yet your child has never been in the water, take a few trips

to a local swimming pool. “In general, gradual exposure to a new activity or experience will increase a family’s success on vacations,” she says. Encourage sibling help. Rosswurm acknowledges that kids sometimes get embarrassed when their siblings act up. Ask the sibling to go ahead of your child with autism to demonstrate what is going to happen. For instance, the sibling can go through security just ahead of your child with autism so he or she knows what to expect. “Make the other sibling part of it so they feel helpful and valued,” she says. Delegate who is in charge. You are on vacation and will be out of sync with your usual routines. Make sure someone in your family is always watching your child with autism. If you need a bathroom break for instance, make sure someone in your family or travel party is aware that they are responsible for your child in your absence. Handle meltdowns your way. Sometimes meltdowns are just a fact. Of course, try to get the meltdown over with as soon as you can, but hold your head high and let passersby stare if they must. “You know your child best and you know what will get them out of a meltdown the fastest,” says Rosswurm. She also says to be comfortable

keeping people away and to not let strangers come in and try to touch your child or pick your child up. Give your child a way out. Hartley recommends giving your child simple phrases like “all done” that will give your child a way to tell you that he needs a break from any situation while on vacation. This way if the pool gets too crowded with other children, your child can simply indicate “all done” rather than demonstrate through other disruptive behaviors. Bring along comforts of home. Bring along things that your child enjoys at home, like a favorite blanket or book. If it’s an electronic item, bring back-up batteries. “As with any other child, these items will act as a comfort for your child during a time that is out of the usual routine while on vacation,” says Hartley. Have fun. You’re on vacation. Your child is on vacation. Your family is on vacation. Everyone deserves to kick back and have fun. Happy trails! Carrie Bishop is a freelance writer and mother of two young sons, whose daily antics inspire her work and her life. Contact her at freelancewritercarrie@gmail.com.

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Damar Services, Inc. 6067 Decatur Blvd., Indianapolis, IN 46241 Phone: 317.856.5201 Email: info@damar.org URL: www.damar.org Damar Services provides residential and community-based treatment, education, training and other services to more than 1,000 children and adults facing the intellectual, developmental and behavioral challenges associated with mental retardation and autism. The organization also operates Damar Foster Care Services, a licensed, not-for-profit child placement agency serving central Indiana children and families.

Indianapolis Pediatric Dentistry 8433 Harcourt Road, Suite 307 Indianapolis, IN 46260 Erin Phillips 317-872-7272 erin@indykidsdentist.com www.indykidsdentist.com We have a unique dental practice. As pediatric dentists, we are specially trained in the dental care of infants, children and teens, including those patients with special medical needs. At Indianapolis Pediatric Dentistry, we treat your kids like our own. We pay special attention to each patient’s needs and we take the time to make sure they’re comfortable. We go to great lengths to make sure that both the patient and parents understand what we’re doing, why we’re doing it and the long-term benefits.

Little Star Center 12726 Hamilton Crossing Blvd, Carmel, IN 46032 Mary Rosswurm, Executive Director 317-249-2242 maryr@littlestarcenter.org www.littlestarcenter.org

Hamilton County Autism Support Group 19215 Morrison Way, Noblesville, IN 46060 Jane Grimes 317-403-6705 janegrimes@hcasg.org http://www.hcasg.org Sibling, Girls on the Spectrum, Young Adult Social Group, Monthly Support Meetings. The mission of the Hamilton County Autism Support Group is to provide community awareness of Autism and help support our families where every day lives are challenged with a child in their family with Autism. Autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life and is the result of a neurological disorder that affects the normal functioning of the brain, impacting development in the areas of social interaction and communication skills. Both children and adults with autism typically show difficulties in verbal and non-verbal communication, social interactions, and leisure or play activities as well as possible challenges academically.

Little Star is a structured, sensory-friendly place where children with autism receive intense, individualized oneon-one therapeutic intervention based on the principles of applied behavior analysis (ABA). Little Star has a “family first” philosophy and offers a supportive community of parents and professionals. Indiana’s original ABA center – providing services since 2002. Verbal Behavior Center for Autism 9830 Bauer Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46280 Sabrina Shannon, Clinic Administrator 317-848-4774 sshannon@vbca.org www.vbca.org The Verbal Behavior Center for Autism (VBCA) is an intensive treatment center that provides therapeutic services to children and families impacted by autism. The VBCA uses Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with emphasis on Verbal Behavior.

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Creating Cherished Summer Childhood Memories Help Your Kids Have a Memorable Summer

As a kid, summer days seemed endless – f illed with hours of running through the sprinkler, riding your bike and selling lemonade at the street corner. The neighborhood kids gathered around the slip-n-slide in the backyard with popsicles dripping down our chins is a special memory. Looking back, I recall feeling like summer was, in fact, a “break.” It felt effortless, lazy and fun. Oh, to be a kid again! Now, as a mother of three, I know there is a lot of orchestration involved for those of us “creating” these magical memories.

Add to the equation a little thing called Daylight Savings Time. DST has now truly made summer days endless. With that in mind, I’d like to lighten the burden by sharing some fun and affordable ideas for your family this July. Start with a trip to your local Farmer’s Market Saturday morning. It is a great way to get your vegetables and produce for the holiday weekend. The farmer’s market in Fishers is free and very family friendly—as are most. They often have live music, local artists and my kids’ favorite – The Honey Stand! Each Saturday they look forward to getting their honey sticks (9 honey sticks for a quarter!) In July, a local farmer fills his pick-up truck to the brim with ears of corn. Kids are encouraged to hop in the back of the truck and pick out their own corn to buy. My kids think this is so fun and the corn is always sweet and delicious! Check into your local Farmer’s Market and make it a family tradition during the summer. (Check out next month’s Indy’s Child for a complete list of Farmer’s Markets and locavore goods).

Another great idea for the holiday is to plan to take your family to your local Looking back, I recall feeling like summer was, Fourth of July Parade. Most towns have them and they are great fun! The Fishers in fact, a “break.” It felt effortless, lazy and fun. parade blocks off a portion of the street and families line up on the curb to watch Oh, to be a kid again! Now, as a mother of three, the parade. Local bands play, floats glide, dance teams perform and various groups I know there is a lot of orchestration involved for cruise by offering handfuls of candy to the kids. If you go, make sure to bring those of us “creating” these magical memories. something for your kids stash their candy in! (Like Dad’s baseball cap or a plastic firefighter’s hat.) Take a cooler packed with popsicles and This is the perfect treat to beat the heat after playing outside! water and enjoy the hot, but great family fun. (Check out next The best thing for parents is that you can hose off the mess month’s issue of Indy’s Child for a complete list of local parades because it’s all outdoors. and July 4th fireworks and festivities!) Lastly, a great way to involve all ages into the Fourth of July is One of my favorite summer traditions is to set up a lemonade to organize a mini Fourth of July parade on your street. Have stand on your street. Recruit neighbor kids and make it fun! all of the kids decorate their bikes, wagons and scooters. Do Use red cups and wave American flags to encourage customers face painting and let them mix and match red, white and blue to stop. My kids usually sell a glass of lemonade for $.25. The clothing. Put up a “Caution: Kids at Play” sign and let them money made from a Fourth of July Lemonade stand is donated have their own parade! to a local charity. Along with making lemonade, my kids love the tradition of making red, white and blue snow cones Enjoy the magical summer and the lingering days left in July. in July! You can buy inexpensive snow cone machines and Most of all, have a safe and wonderful summer with your flavoring at Target or online. The machine is easy to use (one children! button to shave the ice) and it takes two minutes. After the Mary Susan Buhner is a Life Coach for Moms ice is shaved, I take it outside and put it on the picnic table to and author of “Mommy Magic: Tricks for Staying let the kids make their own snow cones. They love scooping Sane in the Midst of Insanity” Visit www.MommyMagic.com for more information. Become a Fan the ice and pouring on the flavoring (red and blue, of course). of Mommy Magic on FaceBook!

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Children are resilient. Many take a tackle, tumble or teasing and keep on trucking. The same incidents would leave most adult s

sobbing

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looking for sympathy. There are some situations and

injuries

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immediate attention and wise emotional combat performed by caregivers.

Some things can be avoided, some cannot You’ve spent winter months inside being creative with your family doing activities that involve small parameters, coz y read i n g nook s a nd educational crafts. Well, summer is here and the world is ready to be tamed—likely by your toddler or teenager. Some dangers cannot be avoided, like gestational infections draining your child to the point of IV inter vention or dangers in the form of “enemy intrusion” requiring super hero antics off the ten-foot play set. According to Robert Collins M.D. for emergency services at Riley Hospital for children and assistant clinical professor of emergency medicine and ped iat r ics, injur y pat ter ns a re seasonal in Indiana and the types of injuries that are common partly depend on what season we’re in. In the midst of a snowstorm, we don’t see bike accidents, but we do see kids that run into trees or fall off of sleds. As weather warms up, we see a number of near or fatal drownings. Underestimated causes of injury are lawn mower accidents that tend to cause devastating i nju r ies where someone losses a foot or something more drastic. Another thing we see a lot of are all-terrain vehicle (ATV) accidents. Often it’s older kids who end up with very severe head injuries, are left with neurolog ical injur ies or dead. “ T he R i le y emer g enc y department (ED) sees injuries 32 INDY’S CHILD * JUNE 2010

from very minor ones to abrasions, contusions, sprained ankles all the way up to the most severe life threatening issues. Fortunately, most are not life threatening. The vast majority of injuries are relatively minor muscular skeletal injuries or lacerations. Most emergency departments treat a quarter of their patient volume being children. There are 26,000 patients, nearly all children, treated each year at Riley ED,” said Collins If you find yourself in the emergency room because of good times or bad, take heed—you have to keep your cool so your child doesn’t lose it. “EDs are busy places and there tend to be a lot of patients being cared for at any one time. So, it’s not unusual to expect to have to wait. ED’s are not places where it’s first come, first serve. When you come to ED, your child will be assessed by a triage nurse and take a quick medical history and assess the condition and take a set of vital signs and determine the level of severity. We’re obligated to take care of the sickest first. They do get a priority and that upsets and aggravates people. So, bring some understanding and some patience. There is value in having to wait. It means you aren’t in a life or death situation and that’s good,” said Collins.

We need a chill pill! Stat! Often these situations creep up on you, take time now to make sure you have a plan if and when your child needs to visit the emergency room. Have the right information necessary and ready to expedite your visit. “If you have a child injured on a Sunday, you might need to visit the ED, open 24-7 and most people can find us and access care in the ED. How do you determine the severity of injury? That’s tough to answer because I don’t want people to be discouraged to use ED, but know that the ED is always available. Parents and guardians have to use their best judgment to decide whether an ED visit is necessary. Knowledge specific to the child is only known by them including unique medical

conditions and their ability to access care,” said Collins. Once it’s been determined that the emergency room is t he best pl a c e to t a ke you r child for an injur y, make sure yo u’r e emotionally prepared and ready to be your ch i ld ’s advocate. “ED staff will ask for medical insurance which is the least important thing and can be sorted out later. If it’s not an emergency situation, take time to grab a toy or an article that provides the child comfort or something for them to do while you’re waiting. Other things that are important to be able to provide are past medical history, medications the child is taking and any allergies the child has. Be the child’s advocate. If there is a change in the child’s condition because the injury is worsening, speak up and let the triage nurse know,” said Collins. “I wouldn’t use the threat of going to the ED and anecdotally I tell parents to not threaten with shots by saying, ‘If you don’t behave the doctor will give you a shot’. By trying to keep your cool and keep your wits about you, the child will look to the parent or guardian to know that everything is going to be ok. Provide a sense of stability and comfort. You don’t want medical treatment to be associated with punishment.”

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The Indianapolis chapter of the

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure “Not everyone is going to have a physician next door to help you out or provide very basic treatment. Any level of education or skill is going to be useful. So the more training and skills you have in basic medical care or advanced life support is going to be useful for your own family or someone else’s family. The more training you have is not a waste,” said Collins.

American Red Cross oﬀers 30 courses online in diﬀerent combinations for adult and child CPR, automated external

Bone up on your f irst aid skills including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and refresh your f irst-aid kit at home and in the car. Parents can take care of many injuries themselves with proper training and over-the-counter products.

deﬁbrillator (AED) and basic ﬁrst aid.

The Indianapolis area chapter of the American Red Cross offers many courses for young people and adults. “What’s neat about our chapter is classes are available online. We are the f irst chapter to offer these types of classes online. It’s ideal for parents. Once you sign up for the class,

you have 14 days to take the class, logging on and off as much as you need until the class is complete. You do it at leisure in the comfort of your own home,” said Carol Greeley, spokesperson and resource development specialist. “At the skills session, the instructor reviews skills and they see you perform the maneuver then you are certif ied after that. I didn’t take it until I became a new mom and I found it fantastic. It’s so important to have f irst aid and CPR training because you are enny for penny, no other the f irst line of defense in an emergency situation. As you are dialing 911, you can food offers families as much help save the life of your own child.

calcium as milk. We are currently in a calcium crisis in this nation. Nine out of ten girls and seven out of ten boys fail to meet daily calcium needs. I have two little girls and I do my part to make sure they get their 3-A-Day of Dairy, for strong bones and healthy bodies.”

Amy Kelsay Kelsay Family Dairy Farm

The Indianapolis chapter of the American Red Cross offers 30 courses online in different combinations for adult and child CPR, automated external def ibrillator (AED) and basic f irst aid. “I found it very helpful for the bumps, bruises and burns. Having the training after I burned my own hand, I was able to tell my daughter that it’s ok because I was educated and knew that it was ok. We cover everything from insect bites, chemical burns and basic injuries you run into during everyday situations and how to treat them until you can get to the ER or react and protect your family from something worse. The course reviews how to clean and dress injuries—not how to be your own doctor, but how to stop the bleeding and control the situation,” said Greeley. Visit www.indyredcross.org and click on the training tab at the top where you can choose to take the class online or in the classroom. Each unit and self-test helps you retain the information and there is time expected to complete each session, as well. “I have a real peace of mind that I can do something to prevent a worse disaster until I can get my child in the hands of a professional.” First-aid requires recertif ication every three years and CPR every year.

The Kelsay Family: (from Left to Right) Top: Joe, Amy & Russ Front : Jenna, Debbi, Merrill, Ruth, & Josie

Enjoy summer to its fullest, with child-like fearlessness to adventure and explore with your f irst-aid kit and knowledge that you are the f irst line of defense if something happens to those around you. What you can do to help your child or others may be the difference between life and death.

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NIKKI KEEVEr is a freelance writer, wife and mother of three living in Noblesville, Indiana.

H E a lt H & W E llN E SS

pediatric health

a Healthier tomorrow for Our families

Startling Obesity Statistics in Children Demands Attention GIVEN THE DEMANDS of everyday life, f inding the time to make eating healthy and exercising a priority can be tough for many families. As a working mom, I can vouch that my days are a whirlwind. Considering the daily battle of teaching our children “right” from “wrong,” their A-B-C’s and 1-2-3’s, we also need to worry about what they’re eating, if they’re watching too much television and if they’re getting enough physical activity. So, why exactly is there so much concern over the lifestyles and weight of our children?

For starters, the statistics are alarming. Obesity has been classified as a national epidemic by the Surgeon General of the United States. Here at home, nearly 33 percent of Indiana children are classified as overweight or obese.* Not only is the probability of childhood obesity persisting into adulthood high, but being overweight is also associated with several health problems including diabetes, high blood pressure, fatty liver disease, sleep apnea, depression and dyslipidemia. In addition to health problems, kids may also have to deal with possible harassment from their peers if they’re overweight.

But, the good news is having a healthy family doesn’t have to be another chore. Helping your family form healthy habits is simpler than you might think:

Make sure everyone eats breakfast – even if it’s just a cereal bar and a glass of milk on the way to school. research has shown that skipping breakfast can affect school work and it can also increase the likelihood of poor eating habits later in the day due to hunger.

Make sure there is a fruit and vegetable on the plate at each meal. Fruits and vegetables provide fiber and a variety of nutrients that are important for heart health and the immune system. a simple handful of carrots with a slice of pizza and a dessert of apple slices is not only cost effective but an easy way to make a more complete meal.

Change to low fat dairy products. Using 1% or skim milk and low fat cheeses/yogurts is a simple change for families to make. There is little to no cost difference in these products.

Take the television out of the bedroom. a television in the bedroom

can encourage more screen time and can affect sleep habits.

Limit screen time to two hours or less per day. Many kids find their way to the couch or computer screen from the time they come home until the time they go to bed. Decreased activity levels can affect weight and overall wellbeing.

Get 60 minutes of play a day. Just like we schedule homework time or dinner time, try scheduling an activity time. 15 or 30 minutes, in addition to activity they get at school, can make a difference.

as parents, taking easy steps such as these can make a big difference for our families!

* According to the 2008 National Initiative for Children's Healthcare Quality (NICHQ). HEaTHEr CUpp, RD, CD, Dietitian and Program Coordinator for the Riley Hospital POWER Program (Pediatric OverWeight Education and Research)

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Swimmers and Skippers Local Water Sports for the Whole Family

If your kids haven’t broken out their swimsuits yet, what’s the hold up? It’s summer and the area is teeming with fantastic water activities your children won’t want to miss. So grab your sunscreen, swimsuit and kids—it’s time to get wet!

A life skill that is just plain fun. Parents of small children or kids who have spent little time around water should run—not walk—to swim lessons. It’s a skill that can keep them healthy throughout their lives. It could also be lifesaving, but mostly it’s fun. Don’t know where to take a lesson? There are tons of places, but when in doubt, why not choose the worldrenowned IUPUI Natatorium? No pressure on your kids, but there have been 101 American Records and 15 World Records set in the pool to date. The downtown Indianapolis facility offers a great array of swim lessons for people 6 months through adult, including the Swim America program. This learn-to-swim program advances children through 10 progressive skill levels. The students begin with introductory skills, such as f loating, and swim their way through the ranks to know all competitive strokes, turns, dives and water safety skills. Offered year round, this program involves eight classes per session. Megan Sobecki, the facility’s aquatic program coordinator and a Masters YMCA National Champion, says “The kids in our program learn not just how to f loat, but how to use their body in the water to keep them af loat. We teach them water safety and why it is important to know water safety.” She adds that many of the kids in the Swim America program progress through all 10 levels and join the facility’s swim team known as the Indy Dolphins. 36 INDY’S CHILD * JUNE 2010

Of note, the IUPUI Natatorium opens all of its classes to persons with special needs and offers a multiple sclerosis group that meets once a week to work on movement. Another top-notch swim club a little further north in Fishers is the Southeastern Swim Club. Like the IUPUI Natatorium, it provides opportunities for both the recreational- and competitive-minded. Some of its swimmers have even gone on to compete in Olympic trials. At Southeastern Swim Club, kids as young as three can begin lessons—without mom—where they learn to swim along with two or three peers. Kick boards and noodles may be utilized during these lessons, but there are no flotation devices. Parents should be warned that children bitten by the swimming bug may want to try out for the club’s swim team, which consists of about 325 kids ages 5 through collegiate level. The club’s team is well regarded for its quality staff and family-friendly atmosphere. “When people are here, they are like family. We’ve had so many families stay with us over the course of the years that we’ve seen their kids grow up and are now seeing some alumni bring in their own kids,” says Heather Streett, director of recruitment with Southeast Swim Club and swim coach. She says several staff members are also alumni of the program. The club’s team provides a year-round opportunity to swim in a competitive setting. While there are no attendance requirements, the lowest-level team called Flying Fish can practice up to 3 times a week for an hour. “If twice a week is all they can do, then that’s when they come. Competitions are up to them as well. They don’t have to participate if they don’t want to, but there is an expectation that they give a meet a try so they can understand why it is that they’re training,” explains Street. Older team members obviously

have a larger time commitment with a workload of 6 to 9 workouts per week for high school students. Wherever your child takes swim lessons, the goal is simply to get comfortable in the water and learn how to swim. Once they get that down, there’s no telling how they will use their aquatic skills. Many will high tail it to the nearest water park; others will use their swimming expertise for other water sports. Whatever floats their boat you may say.

Sail away. Area kids with basic swimming skills and a calling to discover their inner skippers may find their summer fun on a sailboat.

The good news for them is that they can head either east or west of Indianapolis to find fun sailing experiences. For instance, Eagle Creek Sailing Club, located on the Eagle Creek Reservoir, is hosting two one-week Junior Sailing School sessions this month for kids ages 10 to 18. Younger kids with previous sailing experience may be eligible to participate, as well. Hezekiah Hickok, the safety and education director for Eagle Creek Sailing Club, says the sailing school gives many kids an opportunity to learn something they may not otherwise have opportunity to do. “We try to teach them as much as we can about sailing and we try to let them have as much fun as they can, too,” he says. The Junior Sailing School is in its ninth year and is open to members and nonmembers. Across the city on the Geist Reservoir is the Indianapolis Sailing Club, which will also host weeklong summer camps throughout the summer. Called the Junior Training Program, these sessions are for kids 8 to 14. The camp teaches basic sailing techniques and water safety for beginners and racing technique and water safety for advanced sailors. “It’s a lot of fun and is something different than what a traditional summer camp is. Kids get to be on sailboats and the surrounding area is beautiful,” says Michelle Sarber, junior sailing chairperson and camp director. Notably three of this summer’s camp counselors, who are also Indianapolis Sailing Club members, recently competed in junior nationals at Marblehead, Mass., finishing eighth overall. Sarber describes the sailing club as having a family atmosphere and encourages all kids with an interest in sailing to “come out this summer because they are going to learn so much and it truly is a unique experience they are not going to get anywhere else.”

Go On, Get Wet Swimming and sailing aren’t the only water games in town, but they sure are great ways for kids to spend time this summer. So, what are you waiting for? Pull those swimsuits out of the drawers and get wet already! Carrie Bishop is a freelance writer and mother of two young sons, whose daily antics inspire her work and her life. Contact her at freelancewritercarrie@gmail.com.

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Arts & Enrichment Guide Sports

Dance/Gymnastics

Learn to Speedskate

Indianapolis School of Ballet

Various Area Rinks,

502 N. Capitol #B, Indianapolis, IN 46204

Indianapolis, IN 46240 Jamais Longdon 317-450-2669 ssk8dl@yahoo.com

Cathy Strauss 317-955-7525 school@indyballet.org

For fun, f itness or competition, try this year rounds ice sport. All ages are welcome; sessions are held at various venues around Indianapolis and Southern Indiana. Sessions are coached by a US Speedskating coach with a track record of success. 25% of US Winter Olympic Medals come from speedskating.

http://www.indyballet.org

Right in the heart of downtown, Indianapolis School of Ballet offers year-round dance instruction and summer programming for girls and boys ages 4 through adult. Our professional faculty and nurturing atmosphere promotes the joy of dance with a curriculum built on the legacy of George Balanchine. New June 2010 – “Ballet & Degas” multi-arts day camp, ages 6-10.

Geist Sports Academy 11960 East 62nd Street, Indianapolis, IN Dana Osler 317-823-7734 dana@geistsportsacademy.com www.geistsportsacademy.com

GSA is a childrens facility that offers gymnastics, tumbling, cheer, birthday parties, Summer Camps, Parent’s Night Out, Gym Jams, a Fine Arts Academic Preschool and much more!! You just have to check us out!!!

Music Kindermusik by Musical Beginnings 606 S. Union Street, Westfield, IN 46074

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Kim Bemis 317-867-3077 kimusik@musicalbeginnings.com www.musicalbeginnings.com

Music & Instrument Performance Locations in Hamilton, Boone & Northern Marion Counties

Kindermusik is a music and movement program for children, ages 0-7. You’ll play, listen and dance to music that will impact your child in profound ways. That’s because every song, story and two-step has a carefully chosen purpose in this creative curriculum - one that’s designed to stimulate and strengthen the vital neural wiring taking place in your child’s mind right now. A Kindermusik educator will guide you every step of the way so you know how each activity contributes to your child’s overall growth and development. You can learn more about Kindermusik classes by browsing our site or calling our off ice.

Enrichment Indianapolis Art Center 820 E. 67th St., Indianapolis, IN 46220 Kris Hurst 317-255-2464 info@indplsartcenter.org www.indplsartcenter.org Creativity enriches every aspect of life and is integral to cognitive growth. The Art Center offers quality art classes for toddlers through teens in a variety of art mediums, including glass blowing (ages 10 and up), ceramics, sculpture, jewelry making, f iber arts, painting and drawing. Or take a class with your kids! Register now for spring classes and spring break camp Mar. 29-Apr. 2.

JCC 6701 Hoover Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46260 317-251-9467 lbaier@JCCindy.org www.JCCindy.org The JCC welcomes families and individuals of all faiths and backgrounds. More than three generations have grown up in the JCC’s early childhood education and camp programs. Thousands walk through the JCC’s doors each week to work out in the modern f itness center, participate in leagues and exercise classes, swim, enjoy family programs and so much more. The JCC – Good for life!

add your enrichment listing here! Contact Erin at Erin@indyschild.com

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dear teacher

Helping Children Make Friends, Summer Plans and Gifted Children, Spelling Words Kids Must Know

Your Questions of Teachers—Answered

Helping Children Make Friends Question: I feel so sorry for my 9-year-old son. He never seems to have any friends. He may have a friend for a few days, but his friendships never seem to last very long. He usually plays alone. Is there some way I can help him make and keep friends? – Friendless

If your son continues to have problems making and keeping friends, you might wish to talk to a counselor for more help. And do remember, some children are happy with only one or two friends.

We have long advocated that all families have a "reading time" each day. Everyone in the house can gather in one room and read for a designated time (hour or half hour). No discussion of what is read is necessary. Even gifted children may not do enough reading without a formal time period for it.

Summer Plans and Gifted Children Answer: Most children seem to make friends fairly Question: My sixth-grader is in a gifted program at his Spelling Words Kids Must Know easily. When they don't, it might be because other school. He just loves the challenge of this class. What do I do children don't like their behavior. They might be too with him this summer? – Decision Time Question: Next year, my daughter will be going into bossy, disruptive or unwilling to share. Or they might second grade. She is a poor speller. What words should she always want to have their own way. Some children have Answer: With all children, it's important to ask: have learned to spell in first grade? I want to help her learn problems because they are shy. For a few, the problem What would be a perfect summer for you? What these words this summer. – Want to Help might be caused by a learning disability. projects do you want to do? What family trips would you like to take locally or elsewhere? Would you like Answer: We have a list of words that your daughter According to researchers at the Mayo Clinic, parents to take some classes? Who would you like to spend should have learned to spell in first grade. It is based on can teach and reinforce basic friendship rules. Reinforce time with? What interests would you like to explore? the research of Steven Graham, Karen R. Harris and with your son how everyone likes to get a compliment. Connie Loynachan. The idea behind their research Teach him how to give compliments. Make sure he Listen carefully to what your gifted child says. Try to was to help educators know which words should be realizes the importance of sharing. When he plays with include many of his preferences in your summer plans taught to children in grades one through five. The other children, watch what is happening to see if he for him. Summer should be a time for gifted children to list contains 850 words that account for 80 percent needs some friendship tips from you. explore new and old interests and grow intellectually. of the words children use in their writing. Readers He may or may not opt for a formal academic program. can find the complete list of spelling words for grades one through five online at www.readingrockets.org/ Parents should also make sure that your children have many opportunities to make friends. Get your son involved Be sure to see that your son has both structured and free article/22366. The words marked with an asterisk are in activities this summer with children who have similar time. In fact, all children need this during the summer. the ones that cause trouble. interests, from sports to music to stamp collecting. Share Be careful that free time does not just mean TV or You will find the words for first grade below. They are family outings with friends who have children his age. computer time. This time should be limited.

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arranged in alphabetical order. When your daughter masters this list, you can go online and get the list for second grade so she will become familiar with some of those words. dad, day*, did, do, dog*, fat, for, fun*, get*, go, good*, got*, had*, hat, he*, hen, here, him*, his*, home*, hot, I*, if, in*, into*, is, it*, its*, let, like*, look, man, may, me*, mom, my*, no*, not, of, oh, old, on*, one*, out*, pan, pet, pig, play*, ran, rat, red, ride, run, sat, see, she, sit, six, so, stop, sun, ten, the*, this, to*, top, toy, two*, up, us, was*, we*, will*, yes, you* Because it’s summer, make learning these spelling words fun. Don't just drill her on them – use them in simple games so learning the words will be fun. For example, select five words such as go, dog, not, hat, and like. Then read together Go, Dog. Go! having her read these words. Or you can make single or double cards for each word, and use a few at a time to play your version of “Old Maid” or “Memory.” Also, you can use Scrabble or Bananagram letters to have her spell some of the words. And for older children mastering more advanced words, try these games as well as “Hangman.” Parents

should send questions to dearteacher@dearteacher.com or ask them on the columnists’ Web site at www.dearteacher.com.

Childcare & Education Directory Child Care East

Kidz Luv Bilingual Academy & Educational Childcare 4118 N Sheridan Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46226\ Tumikia Gilbert 317-547-7323 tumgilbert@aol.com www.kidzluv. daycarematch.com Home: East: Christian - Catholic Monday - Friday, 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Kidz Luv has provided early childhood education to families for 10 years. Our Educational Childcare cares for children Infant-3 years and our Bilingual Academy implements Spanish and Sign Language into our preschool cirriculum, and is for children ages 3-5. We are NAFCC Accredited, State Licensed and CCDF is accepted.

M eridian K essler Wee Folk Child Care Meridian Kessler Neighborhood Indianapolis 317-926-3640 Ages: 4 weeks+

Quality in-home child care serving caring families for 20 years. (CPR, 1st aid certified, and state licensed).

Two meals and one snack provided daily along with baby food and regular formula. We provide quality learning through play in a non-smoking Christian environment. Preschool program providing Kindergarten prep is available. $130/week. 7:15-5:30 M-F.

North

Peanut Butter and Jelly Childcare 2421 Butterfield Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46220 Mrs. Hatcher 317-205-9211 peanut_jelly@att.net www.peanutbutterjelly.info Low flexible rates vary with age. CCDF accepted; monthly specials. $50.00 registration fee. Drop in services available, Parent’s Night Out. Please call for more information! 7 DAYS A WEEK 24 HOURS A DAY Home Childcare Field trips to the Children’s Museum, The Indianapolis Zoo, Chuck E. Cheese’s, Monkey Joe’s, Snapperz and more! Ages 4 weeks through 4 years old

quality care that kids deserve while also being allowed to be kids. Licensed, CPR certified, first aid, universal precautions, drug and criminal checks. Daily hot home cooked meals. Daily progress reports, kindergarten prep.

SeekingSitters 1950 E. Greyhound Pass, Ste 18-301, Carmel, IN 46033 Kristin Slade 317-985-9505 kristins@seekingsitters www.seekingsitters.com SeekingSitters Indianapolis North is the solution for all of your childcare needs. We are an on-demand service for families seeking babysitters. Whether your need is last minute, one-time, part-time, or full-time, we can solve your childcare dilemma. Visit SeekingSitters.com for more information and to sign up!

Northwest

Shining Stars Home Childcare 4851 Rocky Knob Lane, Indianapolis, IN 46254 Erin Bonnell 317-222-6156 ebonnell@ shiningstarshomechildcare. com shiningstarshomechildcare. Peanut Butter and Jelly Childcare com offers a “home away from home” NOW ENROLLING!! within a learning enviornment, and our professional caregivers provide

Shining Stars Home Child Care is now accepting applications for children, infants through school age. Licensed Home Child Care Provider with 10+ years of experience working with children: in child care settings and more recently as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am a part of Paths to Quality which assists child care centers in implementing educational requirements for young children. I am CPR/First aid certified, trained in Universal Precautions, as well as Safe Sleep Practices. Hours are 7 am to 5:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Full time, Part time, Hourly and Before/After School rates available. CCDF is accepted. Please contact me for more information, to answer any questions, and to request an application packet. Feel free to request a face-to-face meeting in order for us to get to know each other and to see where the children will be playing and learning. I look forward to helping your child shine!

West

Little Scholars Childcare 3507 Beeler Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46224 Contact: Shuntel Robinson Phone: 317-297-7873 Email: littlescholars-09@ att.net Website: www. littlescholarsindy.com Type: Home Cost/Tuition/Financial

Aid: Rates varies by age Hours/Dates: MondayFriday 7am to 11pm Field Trips: Varies throughout the year Ages/Grades: 6wks to 10yrs old Before/After School Care: Yes Open House Dates: August 2010-TBA Little Scholars Childcare provides a safe, clean and friendly environment. We are a green in-home daycare with extended hours. In addition to being a path to quality provider, we are a licensed childcare with training in First Aid, CPR, Safe Sleep practices and OSHA.

Schools

Brownsburg

Maria Montessori International Academy 431 E. Northfield Dr., Brownsburg, IN 317-852-3900 mariamontessori-intl.org Ages: 12 months to 6 years Maria Montessori International Academy offers a child centered Montessori program allowing children to learn at their own pace and are treated with respect. Teachers encourage and inspire children to do not only the minimum, but also their best, where learning should be a happy, joyous experience! Children learn how to think for themselves

and how to solve problems in original and creative ways and have a positive self-image. Children participate in math, language, music, art, practical life, science, geography, and foreign language. Discover the Difference at the Maria Montessori! Now accepting applications for all ages toddlers, Pre-K and Kindergarten.

Carmel

Carmel Montessori Schools, Inc. Emily & Scott Rudicel 1402 W. Main St. Carmel, IN 317-580-0699 info@carmelmontessori.com carmelmontessori.com Ages: Pre-school through Kindergarten. Carmel Montessori School is located on the beautiful campus at St. Christopher’s Church on the NE corner of Main St. and Meridian in Carmel. Our directress is American Montessori Certified with 10 years head-teaching experience. We offer a beautiful, peaceful and positive Montessori learning environment. Extended days available.

Clay Montessori Peggy White 463 East Main St. Carmel 317-849-9519 or 317-580-1850 Ages: 3-6 Call for more information. (Affiliated with Fisher’s Montessori). Morning, afternoon and full-day programs.

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Gymboree plAy & music 12524 N. Gray rd, Carmel, IN 46033 phone: 317-574-9626 carmelin@ gymboreeclasses.com Gymboree offers unique Play & Learn, Music or Art events & parties. These events are lead by our professional teachers in our clean, creative and colorful environment. We can also bring the event to you with our mobile program. Ages birth - 5 years.

minds-in-motion AdvAnced development center 879 West Carmel Drive, Carmel, IN 46032 patricia acker 317-571-8752 packer@mimlearning.com www.mimlearning.com Election of program determines cost. please call for list of programs/fees. Hours/Dates: Call for summer hours ages 3, 4, & 5 Grades K-12 Monthly Open House Datesplease call for dates/times. Minds-in-Motion is an Advanced Development program designed to stimulate the balance, visual, and auditory processes of the brain which maximizes learning potential. Our program ignites high level brain function which increases academic, athletic and social success! Over 2000 teachers in 4 states use Minds-inMotion!

the montessori leArninG center Elizabeth Williams 1402 W. Main St. Carmel 317-846-8182 elizabeth@ themontessorilearningcenter.com themontessorilearningcenter.com

ages: Grades 1-3

The Montessori Learning Center Elementary program focuses on

developing the whole child through interaction with an interdisciplinary curriculum. Our program specifically meets the needs of each child and is aligned with Indiana State Standards.

primrose school At WestclAy 13096 Moultrie Street 317-848-0123 Julie Bowman jbowman@ primrosewestclay.com primrosewestclay.com Our programs are offered to students ages 6 weeks through 12 years of age. We offer before and after school programs, including transportation. The Primrose School at WestClay is dedicated to providing outstanding educational care to students ages 6 weeks through 12 years of age. Our curriculum is NCA accredited and offers many extras such as Spanish, technology, sign language, character development, music appreciation, art appreciation, science, social studies, reading, English, and math. Please call today to learn how more than 90% of Primrose students out performed the national average.

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little floWer montessori preschool And kinderGArten 11340 E. 200 South, zionsville, IN 46077 robin Fowler, Head of School/Owner 317-354-5667 littleﬂowermontessoripreschool. com

Montessori: preschool/ Kindergarten Field Trips: Yes ages/Grades: 3 - 6 years of age religious affiliation: None We are an authentic Montessori school in the beautiful Zionsville

countryside. We are committed to building and fostering a community of life-long learners, using proven Montessori methodology. While we focus on helping children master language, math and sensorial experiences at age appropriate levels, we simultaneously nurture the development of conscientious, caring and compassionate human beings.

mAriA montessori internAtionAl AcAdemy 4370 Weston point Dr. zionsville 317-769-2220 mariamontessori-intl.org ages: 3 months to 6 years old Maria Montessori International Academy offers a child centered Montessori program allowing children to learn at their own pace and are treated with respect. Teachers encourage and inspire children to do not only the minimum, but also their best, where learning should be a happy, joyous experience! Children learn how to think for themselves and how to solve problems in original and creative ways and have a positive self-image. Children participate in math, language, music, art, practical life, science, geography, and foreign language. The lead teachers possess bachelor degree and certification in Montessori Education. Discover the Difference at the Maria Montessori! Now accepting applications for all ages starting 3 months to 6 years located in Stonegate, Zionsville, IN.

CEntral

pArAmount school of eXcellence 3020 Nowland ave, Indianapolis, IN 46201 800.778.9334 info@paramountschool.org http://paramountschool.org Charter: preschool - Middle School Cost: FrEE Opens august 16 K-8 Grade Uniforms/Dress Code: Yes Before/after School Care: Yes

Open House Dates: Back to School Night Thursday, September 2, 6:00 p.m. PSoE is a kindergarten through 8th grade urban charter school with innovative technology and state-ofthe-art educational practices. PSoE offers a unique vision for developing students as caring young adults that respect themselves, their environment and learn as independent thinkers. Through intuitive curricular design, robotics, wind turbines and green practices, students will receive a solid foundation for real world problem solving.

East

Auntie mAme’s child development 3120 N. Emerson ave., Indianapolis, IN 46218 Shalonda Murray 317-547-3551 Smurray@amcdc.org Cost depends on age. Hours/Dates: 6am to 6-pm Field Trips: zoo, Museums, park, Swiming, and etc ages/Grades: 4 months to 12 year old all religions welcome Before/after School Care: Yes we are open doing school hours Open House Dates: May 21, 2010 at 6:00 pm The mission of Auntie Mame’s Child Development Center is to provide high quality, culturally responsive early education and school age programs that equip children to become engaged learners, strong leaders and successful adults.

trinity lutherAn school 8540 East 16th Street amanda Hoover 317-529-0138 eliwhit9799@yahoo.com trinityindy.org ages/Grades: pre-school for ages 3-5yrs & K-8th

Our school is a loving environment. Our main goal is to teach and show our children and families the love of Jesus! Faith-CompassionAchievement! Our students strive academically and spiritually in a faith enriched enviroment.

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fishers montessori peggy White 12806 Ford rd and 131st and allisonville rd. Fishers 317-849-9519 or 317-580-1850 ages: 3-9 A quality learning environment offering preschool, kindergarten and elementary. Certification through American Montessori Society. 9-12, 12:30-3, 9-3.

primrose school At GrAy eAGle Mindy Smith 12290 Olio road (Olio road between 116th street and 126th street) Fishers 317-577-9480 mindy@ primrosegrayeagle.com ages: Infants thru full day kindergarten. Before/ after care available. At Primrose School at Gray Eagle we offer much more than a daycare experience. Our exclusive Balanced Learning curriculum prepares your child for academic success while fully integrating character development - creating a wellrounded young individual. Our safe, secure environment will provide you with peace-of-mind, knowing that your child is safe, happy and growing everyday! Full Time: $220 - $320 per week depending on age. Visit PrimroseGrayEagle.com for more information.

gEist

my bAckyArd fine Arts preschool At Geist sports AcAdemy 11960 East 62nd Street

Indianapolis 317-823-7734 geistsportsacademy.com ages: 2 year-pre K (5 year) NOW ENROLLING! Children will discover their unique selves and learn about the world around them through exploring the visual arts, creative movement and music appreciation. 9-11:45 a.m. M-Fri; MWF 9-1:30pm.

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mAriA montessori internAtionAl AcAdemy 7507 N. Michigan road Indianapolis 317-291-5557 mariamontessori-intl.org ages: 3 months to 9 years old Maria Montessori International Academy offers a child centered Montessori program allowing children to learn at their own pace and are treated with respect. Teachers encourage and inspire children to do not only the minimum, but also their best, where learning should be a happy, joyous experience! Children learn how to think for themselves and how to solve problems in original and creative ways and have a positive self-image. Children participate in math, language, music, art, practical life, science, geography, and foreign language. The lead teachers possess bachelor degree and certification in Montessori Education. Discover the Difference at the Maria Montessori! Now accepting applications for all ages starting 3 months to 6 years located in Zionsville, IN.

MultiPlE l oCations

indiAnA council of preschool cooperAtives: icpc Multiple Locations in Indianapolis area For schools, see below. ICpC Line: 317-767-7596 ages: preschool classes for ages 2-5; other programs vary

To reach their potential, gifted kids need a special kind of education that offers them: • active involvement in learning • movement through subjects at a fast pace • a curriculum that is broad, deep, and complex • differentiation - grouping by skill level and readiness, acceleration, and enrichment • a learning environment of peers

For nearly 25 years, Sycamore has offered kids in Central Indiana excellence in gifted programming.

Look to Sycamore check – the leader in Come ut! o s u gifted Apply now for 2010-2011! education. Call us at 317-202-2519 for more information or to schedule a parent tour.

Preschool (2 yrs. 8 mos.) through Eighth Grade 1750 West 64th Street, Indianapolis, IN 42 INDY’S CHILD * JUNE 2010

317-202-2500 www.sycamoreschool.org

- Kindergarten, Stay & Play, Enrichment/Extended Days. Indianapolis Area Preschool and Kindergarten Cooperatives Cooperative Preschools: great for your child, great for you! Children and parents learn and grow together in the classroom with caring, experienced teachers. Indiana Council of Preschool Cooperatives (ICPC) member schools are: Apple House: 6121 E. County Rd 100 S, Avon, 797-5925 Butler: 2411 Indianapolis Ave, Indy, 2264287 Downey: 111 S. Downey Rd, Indy, 359-5304 Edgewood: 4040 E. Thompson Rd, Indy, 767-7730 Fishers Point: 9959 E. 126th St, Fishers, 767-4312 Geist Orchard: 7879 N. 700 West, McCordsville, 336-7008 Meridian Hills Nursery School and Kindergarten: 7171 N. Pennsylvania, Indy, 255-0831 Meridian Street: 5500 N. Meridian St, Indy, 767-3003 Northeast Cooperative Preschool and Kindergarten: 5805 E. 56th St, Indy, 592-9790 Parkview: 4550 central Ave, Indy, 380-0628 Speedway: 3000 N. High School Rd, Indy, 356-2804 Willowcreek: 8170 Hague Rd, Indy, 578-5488

Polly Panda Preschool and Bridgford Kindergarten 2944 E. 56th St.., Indianapolis Gail Hacker and Tammy Clark 317-257-9127 pollypandaindy@ sbcglobal.net 17645 Oakmont Dr., Noblesville Mandy Galle 317-773-0387 Oakmontpollypanda@ yahoo.com Six weeks through Kindergarten, summer program also available. Polly Panda provides a safe and healthy environment which enhances each child’s total growth. Our theme-based hands-on preschool program provides a wide-range experiences that foster learning, creativity and problem solving in all areas. A child’s sense of self-worth, independence and growth in social skills are developed through positive interaction with peers and our wellqualified and loving staff.

The Early Learning Center 5249 David St, Indianapolis, IN 46226 Jenny Collins 317-423-8215 jennifercollins@ msdlt.k12.in.us http://elc.ltschools.org Public School

Operating Hours: 6:30 AM - 6:00 PM Monday - Friday Ages/Grades: 6 weeks to Pre-Kindergarten Multiple Locations/ Northeast Indianapolis Locations: Amy Beverland 11660 Fox Rd, Brook Park 5249 David St, Mary Castle 8510 E 82nd St, Winding Ridge 11845 E 46th St.

through Friday 6:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. We take many exciting fieldtrips so please call to learn more specific details. Our programs are offered to students ages 6 weeks through 12 years of age. Students in pre-kindergarten and kindergarten are required to wear school uniforms. Before/After School Care: We offer before and after school programs, including transportation, to students up to 12 years of age.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Full Academic Curriculum and Innovative Arts’ Enrichment. Our Program recognizes that intellectual, social, emotional and physical development are interwoven. Our children will thrive on exploration, creativity, curiosity, discovery, spontaneity and more important, lots of love!

curriculum is NCA accredited and offers many extras such as Spanish, technology, sign language, character development, music appreciation, art appreciation, science, social studies, reading, English, and math. Please call today to learn how more than 90% of Primrose students out performed the national average.

The Children’s Day In Nursery School is a fully inclusive early childhood program with an emphasis on Christian values. It is designed to offer children 9 months to 3 years a positive and developmentally appropriate experience in the care of experienced caregivers. Classes are offered weekdays from 9 am to 2:30 pm. CDI Preschool program provides a quality developmentally appropriate education for 3, 4 and 5 year olds. Program includes weekly Christian Life Skills, First Steps in Music (ICC) and Book Club. 3’s: T & Th, 4/5’s MWF. 9-2:30 pm. Summer Camp available.

Children’s Day In Nursery School and Every aspect of our centers - from Traditional Preschool the buildings themselves to the Christy Whaley programs and curriculum - has been 5500 N. Meridian purposefully designed by the highly St. Indianapolis qualified staff according to “best 317-253-0472 practice” research in early learning cwhaley@msumc.org to meet and respect the development The Primrose School at Bridgewater msumc.org and learning needs of the young is dedicated to providing outstanding Ages: Nursery School child, ages 6 weeks-6 years. educational care to students ages 6 and Preschool weeks through 12 years of age. Our

Noblesville

Legacy Christian School 1687 N. 10th Street, Noblesville, IN 46060 Lana Thompson 317-776-4186 lthompson@ noblesvillechristianschool. LegacyChristianOnline.org Preschool - High School Noblesville Christian - Protestant/Other Preschool - 9th Grade Before/After School Care: Available Formerly Noblesville Christian School, we have been providing affordable Christian education in Hamilton County for more than ten years. Our new name reflects our constant focus: inspiring and equipping students to forge a godly legacy in our world. State accredited, we combine excellence in academics with Christ-centered teaching. Our full-day Kindergarten is 25-66% less costly than other programs, with music, art, library, gym and music weekly. Join us in leaving a Legacy!! Primrose School at Bridgewater 14711 N. Gray Road, Noblesville, IN 46062 317-848-0123 Julie Bowman jbowman@ primrosebridgewater.com primrosebridgewater.com Please call to schedule a tour and to get tuition information. We are open Monday

North

Arthur M. Glick JCC 6701 Hoover Road, Indianapolis, IN 46260 317-251-9467 emills@JCCindy.org JCCindy.org Ages: 6 weeks - Grade K

Children’s Circle Preschool at Second Presbyterian Church Our loving caregivers and teachers 7700 N. Meridian St., demonstrate by example and Indianapolis, IN 46260 encourage children to behave Regina Covey for according to these values as the Registration; Director Cara children are learning, playing and Paul for Curriculum socializing with one another. The 317-252-5517 JCC embraces a learning-throughplay teaching method to engage children in activities that promote creativity, accelerate learning and stimulate social interaction, all at each child’s individual pace.

Fairview Early Childhood Program Melissa Peterson 4609 N. Capital Ave. applications. Indianapolis Children’s Circle Preschool is 317-253-4990 a weekday, developmentally mpeterson@ appropriate, activity-based Christian fairviewpresbyterian.org program. We meet the needs of fairviewpresbyterian.org the whole child in a fun, creative, nurturing environment. Here, Ages: 12 mo-5 yrs. (or children can develop the skills up to Kindergarten) rcovey@secondchurch.org Ages/Grades: 9 months to 5 years Now accepting

necessary to live in today’s world. Our experienced faculty leads children toward discovery of who they are and what they can do. We embrace excellence in education by nurturing the whole child -physically, emotionally, spiritually and intellectually.

Fairview ECP has a developmental, experienced based curriculum in a warm and inclusive environment. Curriculum is designed to promote positive social behavior, respect for diversity, positive self-concept, independence, creativity and critical thinking skills. Come and visit us!

Early Childhood Center, The Church at the Crossing John Drake or Kelly Belt 9111 N. Haverstick Rd. Indianapolis 317-575-6508 jdrake@ churchatthecrossing.org churchatthecrossing.org Ages: 12mos - Pre-K 5’s

The Independence Academy of Indiana, Inc.

Our Mothers Day Out (12-35mos) 9:15-2:30 and Preschool (3yrsPreK’s) programs provide relaxed, playful, secure environments that nurture creativity and encourage the exploration of God’s world, a wide variety of learning materials, & friendships, with readiness activities woven through each study unit. Need longer hours? Try our childcare ministry, The Neighborhood designed for 2-PreK 6:30-6pm M-F. Call for information and to schedule tours.

612 West 42nd Street Ruth Padgett 317-926-0043

ruthpadgett@ theIndependenceAcademy.org theIndependenceAcademy.org

Ages/Grades: Grades 5 - 12 Created specifically for students with high-functioning autism and Asperger’s Syndrome, The Independence Academy helps students achieve their highest level of independence and academic success. Dedicated and trained staff teach math, sciences, language arts, global studies, social and life skills, and more. Very small classes. Beautiful campus. A place to belong.

International School of Indiana Cathy Blitzer, Director 4330 N. Michigan Road Indianapolis

Beth-El Zedeck Early Childhood Center 600 W. 70th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260 Joanie Waldman 317-259-6854 jwaldman@bez613.org Ages/Grades: 12 mos.+, 18 mos.+, 2’s+ (8:50 am to 12:30 pm or 3:00 pm and choice of days). 3’s+ (8:50 am to 3:00 pm and choice of days). 4’s+/PreK (3 or 5 day option) and Kindergarten (5 full-day program 8:50 am to 3:00 pm) OPTIONS FOR ALL: Flexible early drop off at 7:30.

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317-923-1951 isind.org ages: 3 years old-12th grade ISI is founded on the belief that an introduction to a second language, exposure to different nationalities and ethnic backgrounds and an International Baccalaureate-driven curriculum all work together to foster critical and independent thought. $12,860 pre-k through 8th grade and $13.600 for High School. Financial aid available for qualifiers.

montessori centres Lynne Boone, Director 563 Westfield Blvd. W. Dr. Indianapolis 317-257-2224 montessoricentres@ sbcglobal.net ages: 2 1/2-3rd grade Stressing peace and respect for all, we’ve worked with children to develop critical-thinking and timemanagement skills since 1966. Montessori-certified lead teachers serve children aged 2 1/2-3rd grade. Our classroom structure and materials allow children to be selfdirected and self-paced. Our wellrounded curriculum includes French and Spanish, art, and computer labs. True Montessori environment serving children at all levels from gifted to special needs. Pre/K: 8:3011:30 or 8:30-3:15.

pArk tudor 7200 N. College ave., Indianapolis, IN 46240 David amstutz 317-415-2777 nfo@parktudor.org www.parktudor.org

private Independent: preschool - High School Jr. KG (full-day) $13,300; Sr. KG-Grade 5-$15,630; Grades 6-12-$16,570 Trips for all grade levels, ranging from local to national and international depending on age. ages/Grades: Junior Kindergarten (ages 3-5) - Grade 12 Dress code varies by grade level. Before- and afterschool care offered. Visit web site for a complete admissions calendar. Park Tudor School’s exceptional educators and extraordinary opportunities prepare students to become confident and resourceful lifelong learners. The school community creates an inspiring college-preparatory learning environment for highly motivated young people. Two-year Global Scholars program for juniors and seniors; 19 AP classes; full-day kindergarten; Spanish beginning at age 3.

st. luke’s eArly childhood proGrAms 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 Bobbi Main-Jackson, Dir. 317-844-3399 mainb@stlukesumc.com stlukesumc.com Cost/Tuition/Financial aid: available upon request Labor Day-Memorial Day 9am-1pm with Summer programs available

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preschool 3 yrs (by Sept 1 of school year)-5 yrs, parents’ Day Out 10 mos (by Sept 1 of school year)-3 yrs Tours available upon request. St Luke’s Community Preschool is a weekday, developmentally appropriate and experience based program. Two well-trained, degreed teachers are in each classroom. Parents’ Day Out is a structured play experience that provides parents some time for themselves on a regular basis on M, Th, F. We provide a warm and loving Christian environment in which children can learn and grow. Tours available upon request. Visitors welcome.

st. richArd’s school 33 E. 33rd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205 Melinda W. Fisher 317-926-0425 x134 mfisher@ strichardsschool.org strichardsschool.org Cost/Tuition/Financial aid: pK-Grade Four $13,115 Grades Five-Eight $13,715 2009 Fa: $450,000 Multiple field trips per grade level offered each year age three (3) through Grade Eight prefer student to be three years old prior to June 1st for pre-Kindergarten. Before/after School Care: Before Care: 7:00 - 8:00 a.m. after Care: 3:30 - 6:00 p.m. Independent Episcopal day school offering a community fi lled with academic rigor, faith based

ecumenism and long-standing traditions. Its mission is to instill knowledge and values for a lifetime through the implementation of five Pillars for Success: Faith, Classic Curriculum, Leadership, Civic Responsibility, and Global Readiness. Pre-Kindergarten (3) through Grade 8.

sycAmore school 1750 W. 64th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 Dr. Susan Karpicke, Director of admissions 317-202-2500 skarpicke@ sycamoreschool.org sycamoreschool.org 1/2 day programs range from $5,030 to $8010; Full-day preK through 8th grade is $13,495 for 2009-2010. Financial assistance is available. please contact dridings@ sycamoreschool.org. M -TH 8:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.; F 8:15 a.m.- 2:15 p.m. parent Tours: please call 317-202-2519 to schedule a parent tour. 2 yrs. 8 mos. - 8th grade

At Sycamore, teachers trained in gifted education deliver a curriculum designed to challenge and engage gifted learners. Art, music, Spanish, PE and technology are taught at all levels. Extensive field trips, athletics, child care, fi nancial aid, and a wide variety of after school activities are offered.

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indiAnApolis Jr. AcAdemy 2910 East 62nd Street,

Indianapolis, IN 46220 phone: 317-251-0560 Email: ijacademy@ comcast.net Website: www. ijacademy.org private Independent: preschool - Middle School religious affiliation: Christian - protestant/Other Cost/Tuition/Financial aid: egistration Fees - $250 pre-school registration - $125 Tuition: $3,515 pre-School - $5,750 Hours/Dates: 8:00am - 3:30pm Mon-Thurs 8:00am - 12:30pm Fridays Before/after School Care: 7:00am-8:00am Mon-Friday, 3:30pm-6:00pm Mon-Thurs 12:30pm-5:30pm Fridays Founded in 1963, Indianapolis Jr. Academy provides a well-rounded educational program with emphasis on spiritual, mental, physical, and social development. Our teachers are dedicated Christians who desire to prepare children academically and socially in an accepting environment where Christian principles are modeled and taught. The teachers enjoy enhancing the curriculum with thematic units, hands-on activities, and field trips to interesting places in our area. We currently offer grades Pre-K to 8th, along with a 3-year old Pre-School program.

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internAtionAl montessori school, inc. 2150 West 96th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260

ranee Dhadialla 317-575-8733 rkd1948@sbcglobal.net intlmontessori.com Cost/Tuition/Financial aid: please call for more information 9 aM - 12 Noon or 9 aM - 3 pM with options for 7-9 aM, 3-6 pM Field Trips: Yes 3 - 9 years Before/after School Care: Yes Open House Dates: January 9, 2010, 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. A unique & warm place for children ages 3-9 years providing quality Montessori Education including exposure to diverse cultures, languages, art, music and more.. Now enrolling for Summer and Fall 2010!

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indiAnApolis liGhthouse chArter school 1780 Sloan avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46203 Contact: Tayon pierson phone: 317.351.1534 Email: tpierson@lighthouseacademies.org Website: lighthouseacademies.org Category of School: Charter Cost/Tuition/ Financial aid: Free Hours/Dates: School Hours are 8:00 am-4:00 pm. Field Trips: Clowes Hall ruth Lily Health Facility zoo Ecolab

Ages/Grades: Pre-K Imagine Indiana Life Sciences thru 10th Garde Academy—West Religious Affiliation: None 4950 W. 34th Street, Uniforms/Dress Code: Indianapolis, IN 46224 Students in grades pre-k Keith Marsh thru 4th grade are required 317-297-9100 to wear navy blue pants and a light blue collard shirt. 5th keith.marsh@ thru 8th grade are required imagineschools.com to wear white collard shirts Charter: Kindergarten and navy blue pants. 9th - Middle School graders are required to wear Free tuition navy shirts and tan pants. Hours/Dates: 8 am - 3pm Indianapolis Lighthouse Charter Ages/Grades: k-7 School is currently enrolling pre-k Before care 6:30 am- 7:30 thru 10th grade. We are a free After care 3 pm - 6pm public charter school that believes in preparing students for college through a rigorous arts-infused program.

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Carousel Day Service Ministry/Barnes United Methodist Church PO Box 781348, Indianapolis, IN 46278-1348 Victoria Keaton 317-946-5470 dvkeaton317@yahoo.com lilcarousel.com $25.00 Application Fee 6:am til 6:pm Field Trips: $7.50 thru $15.00/child Ages/Grades: 0 thru 13 Methodist Before/after school care available Carousel Day Service Ministry is a registered child development facility. Our care and development focus includes children with Down Syndrome, autism, developmentally disabled, and mentally challenged. Our curriculum includes Spanish.

Imagine having a choice to decide what is the best school option for your child, regardles of where you live. By choosing Imagine Life Sciences Academy West, you provide your child with a challenging education rich in math, arts, science and technology, with teachers who use innovative teaching techniques that prepare students for success.

The Children’s House 2404 W. 62nd St. (near Michigan Rd.), Indianapolis, IN 46268 Susan Catania or Mary Sexson 317-253-3033 childrenshouse08@ gmail.com2404 W. 62nd St. (near Michigan Rd.), Indianapolis, IN 46268 Susan Catania or Mary Sexson 317-253-3033 childrenshouse08@ gmail.com thechildrenshouseindianapolis.com

Ages/Grades: 2 1/2

years - 14 years of age The Children’s House offers a Montessori preschool. The four areas of our preschool are practical life, sensorial, math and language. The Montessori preschool is available on a nine or twelve month calendar. The elementary level is an ungraded, continuous-progress school where children discover and pursue their unique talents and needs. Each child is provided with an individual learning experience based on the assumption that children are naturally inquisitive and want to learn. The Children’s House has helped shape the lives of hundreds of Indianapolis Children since its founding under a Lilly Endowment grant in 1971.

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Montessori School of Westfield, Inc. 800 E. Sycamore Street, Westfield Mary Lyman, Directress 317-867-0158 montessoriwestfield@ gmail.com Ages/Grades: Toddler15 months to 3 years; Ages 3-Kindergarten; Elementary 1: Grade 1-3; Elementary 2: Grade 4-8 Located on 3 wooded acres in Central Indiana, the Montessori School of Westfield adheres to the academic traditions of Montessori while serving the present day child.

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MAKING HEALTHY HUMAN CONNECTIONS

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EVERY PARENT HAS hopes and desires for their children. I’ll bet high up on your list of wishes is that your children will grow up to be well-adjusted adults who have healthy, nurturing relationships of their own. The example you set for them at home is vital, but so is the experience and advice they can get from other caring adults. Hopefully, your children get positive reinforcement from teachers, extended family members and other community leaders in your area, but camp is another excellent source for fi nding mentors who can help kids navigate the sometimes treacherous waters of adolescence, figure out who they are and who they want to be on the road to adulthood. Audrey Monke, owner and director of Gold Arrow Camp in Lakeshore, Cal., said, “Children intuitively know that their parents think highly of them. When an adult outside of their family fi nds something unique and special about them, it can have a powerful and positive influence on them.” She believes that children grow from the independence of a camp experience and from developing close relationships at camp with fellow campers and counselors. “Being away from their parents allows children to be more open to developing relationships with other adults,” Monke said. “These adults serve as positive role models and mentors for children and can sometimes offer insight and advice that children may not listen to from parents.”

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Child psychologist in the Cleveland, Ohio, area and former camp counselor Dr. Ethan Schafer agrees that the camp experience offers children a valuable personal growth opportunity that acts as a strong complement to the values and sense of self-awareness they learn at home. “If you think about it,” Schafer said, “camp is probably the only living together situation outside of the home that children will experience. They get a chance to have healthy attachments with other adult role models.” So, while it may not be easy to pack your child’s suitcase, hug them tightly and load them on a bus to send them off to camp for a week or more without you, Monke feels the camp environment is important because, “Children need to learn to trust adults outside of their family and to feel safe outside home. “We are living in a culture that has instilled fear in parents,” she said. “Parents are hesitant to entrust their children to the care of others, but opportunities for children to develop healthy relationships with adult mentors offer the chance for children to grow in independence, social skills and confi dence.”

Antoine de Saint Exupéry, French writer and author of The Little Prince, once said, “There is no joy except in human relationships.” If that’s true, then a camp experience surrounded by caring, encouraging counselors who teach by example is one great way to reinforce what you’re striving to teach your children at home: that the benefits of healthy adult relationships— punctuated by mutual respect, understanding, generosity and contentment—can lead to productive and, yes, joyful lives. With nearly three decades of experience working with children, youth, and families, Peg L. Smith is the chief executive offi cer of the American Camp Association® (ACA). With up to 300 health, safety, and programming standards, ACA is the only national association that accredits camps and promotes a safe and fun camp experience with developmental benefi ts backed by independent research. To learn more about ACA, please visit www.CampParents. org or www.ACAcamps.org.

Expert Advice For other insightful guidance on benefits and what to expect from your children’s camp experience, visit

Schafer confi rmed that time with nurturing camp counselors shows kids that “adults are helpful, good—they’re nice,” he said. “They learn to be adults themselves.”

www.CampParents.org and click on the Expert Advice About Camp link.

Summer Camp Guide Day Camps A WAlk on the Wild side cAmp

Indiana State Museum 650 W. Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204 Contact: Carrie Miller phone: 317-232-1637 Email: cmiller@dnr.IN.gov Website: indianamuseum.org Co-ed: Day Camp Hours: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. pre and post care available for a small additional charge Dates: July 19 - 23 ages/Grades: 9 to 12 years old Cost: $210 non-member; $185 for museum members registration deadline is July 5 activities Included: Hunt for fossils, track animal populations, explore habitats and discover where the animals are now.

Have you seen a mammoth in your backyard? What happened to Indiana’s Ice Age animals. Have the animals here always lived in Indiana? Wildlife then and now, big and small share share our environment. Campers will become wildlife scientists to “walk on the wild side.”

beth-el zedeck presents: “the doG dAys of summer” 600 W. 70th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260 Joanie Waldman 317-259-6854 jwaldman@bez613.org

Co-ed: Day: Traditional Flexible hours/Call for brochure/ part-time available for all ages. Session 1: June 7 - July 2; Sesson 2: July 6 - July 30 12 mos.+, 18 mos.+, 2 yrs.+, 3 yrs.+, 4 and 5 years + Cost: Call for full brochure. Weekly creative themes, arts and crafts, water fun at the Sidney & Lois Eskenazi Aquatic Complex for 3’s, 4’s and 5’s. Water play for 12 months +, 18 months + and 2+. Music/Creative Movement, Entertainment, Field Trip Fridays for 4’s and 5’s. Our Summer Program recognizes that children learn through play. Play fosters total development and should be interwoven in everything children do. During camp, children will experiment and explore by using all five senses. Our campers will thrive on creativity, exploration, discovery, spontaneity and lots of love. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.

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Jenn park, 10450 E. 63rd St., Indianapolis, IN 46236 Kristin Baxter 317-545-5451, ext. 225 kbaxter@dyslexiaindiana.org www.dyslexiaindiana.org

Co-ed: Day: Special Needs This is a specialty camp for children with language learning disabilities. . Financial aid is available. Mon. - Thu.: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.; Fri.: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. session I: June 7 - July 2 Session II: July 5 - July 30 ages 7 to 14 $2,400

One-on-one Orton-Gillingham Tutoring, Math, Written Expression, Art, Swimming, Ropes Course, Field Trips, Mystery Guests, and more! Established in 1990, Camp Delafield was the fi rst program conducted by DII. Camp Delafield provides both a rigorous academic program and a diverse arts and recreational program with learning opportunities to strengthen organization, gross and fi ne motor skills. Scholarship opportunities are available!

chinese culture summer cAmp At iupui Confucius Institute, IUpUI, 425 University Blvd., Indianapolis, IN 46202 Noah Buonanno 317-278-7900 ciindy@ iupui.edu

care. $15 teaching materials and textbooks. $25 one-time discount for enrollment before March 15

games & crafts, singing & dancing, calligraphy, martial arts, and more.

Chinese language, calligraphy, song and dance, martial arts, games and crafts. For language learning, the younger the better. To better prepare our children to learn Chinese language, the Confucius Institute in Indianapolis offers a Chinese Language and Culture summer daycamp for K-8 students. The camp is held on the IUPUI campus, and last for five weeks. Students will have a full curriculum of Chinese language, Chinese

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www.iupui. edu/~china/ summer-camp/

Co-ed: Day: Chinese Language and Culture ages 5-13/ grades K-8 $125 per week for those enroll 5 weeks. $150 per week for those enroll on the weekly base. $25 per week for preand after-school

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pre and post care available for a small additional charge Dates: June 21 -25 Ages/Grades: 7 to 10 years old Cost: $125 non-member; $100 for museum members Registration deadline is June 7 Activities Included: Explore Ice Age fossils, native species and the environment. Hike, explore pond life with a field trip to Eagle Creek Park. It’s a close encounter with the wonders of the natural world. At the Indiana State Museum and the Earth Discovery Center at Eagle Creek Park you’ll discover fossils, plants and wildlife. Get ready to cool off in a crazy creek stomp!

Fiberpalooza Camp

Indiana State Museum 650 W. Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204 Contact: Carrie Miller Phone: 317-232-1637 Email: cmiller@dnr.IN.gov Website: indianamuseum.org Co-ed: Day Camp Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. with pre and post care for a small additional charge Dates: July 26 - 30 Ages/Grades: 9 to 13 years old Cost: $210 for non-members; $185 for museum members Activities Included: Knitting, crocheting, quilting and cross -stitching. Take a behindthe-scenes tour ogf the museum’s textile collection.

Learn basic fiber art techniques and begin a lifetime hobby. See first-hand how wool is turned into yarn. Campers get to KEEP all supplies used including instruction books so you can keep having fun long after camp ends.

Freetown Village Summer Day Camp

Registration deadline is June 28

4601 N. Emerson Avenue at St. Alban’s Church, Indianapolis, IN 46226 Marriam A. Umar, Program Manager 317-631-1870 marriam@freetownvillage.org www.freetownvillage.org

Co-ed: Day: Academic/Pre-college Special Needs Camps are Offered during everyday camps. 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. June 7 - August 6, 2010 Age 5 - 14/ grades K - 8th $70/wk + registration fee Campers Must bring own sack lunch Structured learning environment highlighting history, manners/etiquette, culture & the arts. Crafts, theater, math/reading, leadership development, hands on activities, field trips, team building, health & nutrition. Nine (9) weekly sessions designed to allow campers to make learning fun! Our Summer Camp fosters discovery and personal growth. Children will learn about themselves and their community while developing a stronger sense of purpose. Each week ends with a showcase, highlighting the week’s activities.

History Alive! Camp

Indiana State Museum 650 W. Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204 Contact: Carrie Miller Phone: 317-232-1637 Email: cmiller@dnr.IN.gov Website: indianamuseum.org Co-ed: Day Camp Hours: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. pre and post care available for a small additional charge Dates: July 12 - 16 Ages/Grades: 9 to 13 years old Cost: $125 non-member; $100 for museum members

Are you ready to build a cabin and experience life as a 19th century Hoosier? Interact with historical re-enactors. Find out first-hand how the Indiana State Museum preserves the Indiana story. Find out what role Hoosiers played in the Civil War. Campers will visit the museums current Abraham Lincoln exhibit.

indianapolis art center summer art camps 820 East 67th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46220 317-255-2464 317-254-0486 Classes@IndplsArtCenter.org

http://www.IndplsArtCenter.org

Co-ed: Day: Arts 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (first graders through age 7), 1:305:30 p.m. (ages 8-12) or 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (ages 8-12) now through Aug. 7. Cost of camps vary. Clear your refrigerator door to make room for the art masterpieces your kids will create during this Spring Break Art Camp. In our half-day and full-day art camps, your kids will have the whole week to let their imaginations run wild. They’ll participate in a variety of activities like papermaking, fabric dyeing, sculpture, hand-built ceramics, painting and drawing. And our instructor-to-camper ratio is 1:10 (1:8 for the younger kids). So skip the trip to Florida and give your kids something more valuable—a connection to their own creativity!

primrose school at west clay and primrose school at bridgewater Primrose School at WestClay is located at 131st and Towne Rd., Carmel, IN 46032 Julie Bowman

Summer Junior Golf Camp 1775 East 96th Street - (317) 582-1850 Shortee’s week long golf camps offer a safe and fun way for kids to learn and practice the game of golf. Instruction will focus on long game, short game, and putting. Each student will learn proper golf etiquette, safety, rules and course maintenance. The first 60 minutes will focus on the FUNdamentals of golf including games and contests. The remainder of time will be spent playing the par three course. The size of each week long camp is limited.

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Little Linkers Golf Camp Ages 4 - 6 For additional information and camp enrollment forms go to www.shorteesgolf.net or call us at 582-1850

Bridgewater/317-848-0123/ WestClay 873-0123 jbowman@primrosewestclay.com http://www.primrosewestclay.com

Co-ed: Day 6:00 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. June 1st through August 5th. 6 weeks through 12 years old. of camp dependent on age. Our enrichment camp this year will be geared around 3 major themes. Some fieldtrips included in this will be Conner Prairie, IUPUI Fitness Program, Train Station, and many local parks.**Bridgewater is located on N. Gray Rd. and 146th Street. Our camp is designed to actively engage your child through many hands-on experiments and field trips. Your child will gain a wealth of knowledge promoting their overall academic success. Please contact us to learn how we can meet your child’s needs this summer! www.

primrosebridgwater.com The Riviera Club Summer Camps

5640 N. Illinois St, Indianapolis, IN 46208 Contact: Therese Love Phone: 317-255-5471 Email: info@rivi.org Website: http://www.rivi.org Co-ed: Day Hours: Full Day Camps: 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Half day, morning or afternoon camp options. Extended care available from 8 - 9 a.m. and 5 - 6 p.m. Dates: June 1 - August 13 Ages/Grades: 3 - 12+ Cost: Starting at $100 see website for details.

We offer a traditional day camp experience and a variety of sports camps, arts camps, and many specialty camps. Daily swim lessons, games and tennis elective.

Riviera Summer Day Camps are designed to keep kids moving, both physically and mentally, throughout the hot days of summer. We offer a wide range of camps to choose from every week, featuring flexible schedules, daily swim lessons, member discounts and joining specials and camps tailored to your child’s interests.

shortee’s golf camp 1775 E. 96th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46240 Don Turchan (317) 582-1850 (317) 582-0145 www.Shorteesgolf.net

Co-ed: Day: Sports Weekday mornings - See website for start times. Week long camps beginning week of May 31 through week of August 2. See website for details. Little Linkers 4-6, Junior Camp 7-14 Little Linkers $80, Junior Camp $125 Daily on course play combined with instruction on driving range, putting green and chipping green. Shortee’s 5 day

Junior Golf Camps will offer a safe and fun way for kids to learn and practice the game of golf. Our instructional staff will help formulate a golf swing to meet the needs of each student. We will focus on the FUNdementals of golf including games and contests. Sycamore School Summer Quest

1750 W. 64th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 317-253-5288 x106 Dusty Burwell dburwell@sycamoreschool.org www.sycamoreschool.org

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8:30-11:30 am; 1:00 - 4:00 pm June 1 - June 23, 2010 4 yrs. old to kids entering 9th grade Cost varies for ech camp; $110 and up Activities include arts & crafts, basketball, chess, creative writing, cooking, literature, math history, science, and volleyball. Nationally recognized Camp Invention and partnering up with YMCA of Greater Indianapolis.Sycamore School is thrilled tp provide a variety of exciting and enriching programs for your children. Sycamore camps help kids discover new friends, confidence and creativity. We offer preschool camp, sports and recreation and fine arts to science. Your child will have a fun-filled and rewarding experience.

Todd Academy Summer Camp Program

302 N. East Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202 Sharon Todd, Executive Director 317-636-3100 director@toddacademy.com www.toddacademy.com

Co-ed: Day Please let us know if financial aid is needed. Limitied availability. 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. M-F Weekly from June 7, 2010 to August 20, 2010 Ages 10-17 $135 first week - $125 each additional camp Requirements of Campers: To come and be ready to have a great time! Bring lunch Monday-Thursday, friday lunch provided. Strategy, gaming, writing, computers, robotics, programming and much more. Each camp offers a variety of learning experiences. Todd Academy provides a series of camps designed to engage teens and tweens in

learning while having fun gaming, learning strategy, writing, robotics, programming and much more. Check out the individual weeks for the theme of the week.

Traders Point Creamery Farm Camp 9101 Moore Road, Zionsville, IN 46077 Amy Rhodes 317-733-1700 tours@tpforganics.com

www.traderspointcreamery.com

Co-ed: Day Session 1: June 28 – July 1; Session 2: July 12 – July 15; Session 3: August 2 – August 5 Grades 1st through 6th grade. Your child will experience cow milking, working with animals, hiking through pastures, splashing through Eagle Creek, making crafts and food, learning about gardening and composting, and playing games. Traders Point Farm Camp is a unique experience unlike any other summer camp! Each day on the farm, your child will participate in activities that awaken the senses and encourage the understanding of the Traders Point Creamery organic mission.

We the People: Discovering Democracy Camp Indiana State Museum 650 W. Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204 Contact: Carrie Miller Phone: 317-232-1637 Email: cmiller@dnr.IN.gov Website: indianamuseum.org Co-ed: Day Camp Hours: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. pre and post care available for a small additional charge Dates: June 28 - July 2

Ages/Grades: 11-14 years old Cost: $125 non-member; $100 for museum members Registration deadline is June 14 Activities Included: Form your own government and work to pass a bill. Visit the Indiana Statehouse, Supreme Court, and Indianapolis City Hall. Help form a government. Become a senator or representative and write your own bills and pass them into law. Learn about the process of government through this weeklong experience. See the workings of government up close and personal.

Residential Camps

indiana university’s camp brosius

N8089 County Road P, Elkhart Lake, WI 53020 Wendy Iskander 317-274-0606 wiskande@ iupui.edu

Weekly rates: adults and teens, $475 and up; children ages 3-12, $400 and up; infants, $250; Introductory halfweek reservations are avialable to firsttime guests. All children must be accompanied by an adult camper.: All children must be accompanied by an adult camper. Paddleboats, sailboats, canoes and kayaks; pontoon rides, lake hikes, crafts, campfires, group activities, and friendly competitions.: Paddleboats, sailboats, canoes and kayaks; pontoon rides, lake hikes, crafts, campfires, group activities, and friendly competitions.Adults may be involved in as many activities as they wish. Children participate in supervised, age-appropriate activities. Counselors are college students representing a variety of universities and academic plans of study. Camp is owned and operated by Indiana University.

www.campbrosius. com

Co-ed: Family: Traditional Week-long reservations are available to families beginning June 13 through August 7, 2010. Housing and food are part of the weekly rate.June 13 - August 7, 2010 all ages Weekly rates: adults and teens, $475 and up; children ages 3-12, $400 and up; infants, $250; Introductory half-week reservations are avialable to first-time guests.:

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calendar Tuesday 1 COMMuNIty tuESDay Reduced Price: $7 admission. Indianapolis Zoo. 1200 W. Washington St, Indianapolis. www.indyzoo.com. 317-630-2001.

MOMS CluB Of GrEENWOOD WESt OPEN HOuSE MOMS Club of Greenwood West is a national nonprofit organization for stay-at-home moms. It is a wonderful way to meet new friends and socialize with your child. The club provides activities each month for children and mothers, including playgroups, service projects, field trips, Mom’s Night Out, and much more. We are holding an open house on June 1st. It will be held at Independence Park in Center Grove from 10am-1pm. For more information or questions, contact Rachel at (317)300-1293 or e-mail momsclubgw@live.com. Free. Independence Park.

COMMuNIty tuESDay at WHItE rIVEr StatE Park The fi rst Tuesday of every month means discounts at all of your favorite attractions: Eiteljorg, NCAA, Indianapolis Zoo, Indiana State Museum and White River Gardens. Visit Website for details!. All Day. Discount Tuesday. See Website for details or call. White River State Park. 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis. www.inwhiteriver.org. 800-665-9065.

Wednesday 2 lIttlE Star CENtEr SOutHSIDE COMMuNIty INtErESt MEEtING At Little Star Center we believe we are a truly unique and special place for children and families affected by autism. Little Star allows families to have the best of both worlds - the intense one-on-one personalized therapy that used to only be available in a home program and the community feel of a center based program that allows access to peers, materials and a beautiful facility. We are growing fast at our center on the northside and are considering opening a facility on the southside of Indianapolis.

We need your feedback! We want to know how we can better serve the autism community. Come by and give us your input - we would love to hear from you! The Little Star Difference: No deposit required and no up-front costs. We provide a fully furnished work space for each child. We handle all insurance billing and paperwork. 100% Not-for-Profit organization. We are Indiana's fi rst center providing ABA services to children with autism since 2002. Total center access for parents—keys provided for entry. Year round program, 50 weeks a year, M-F from 8:30 - 4:30 with full- or part-time programs available. Meet us at 6:30 at Hampton Inn at 7045 McFarland Blvd. Indianapolis 46237. Cross streets: Southport Road and McFarland Blvd. All families and professionals are welcome.

POttEry MakING VaSES Join us for a chance to create your own vase. You will create your pottery with the help and instruction of ceramic artist Jeremy South of Rocky Ripple Clayworks (www.rockyrippleclayworks.org). Your fantastic creations will be kiln-fi red and returned for you to pick up at the library after a few weeks. 12:30 & 2:30. Johnson County Public Library: Franklin Branch. 401 State St., Franklin. www.jcplin.org. 317-738-2833.

Thursday 3 CarOlINE SyMMES MEMOrIal CElEBrIty SOftBall EVENt Robert Mathis of Indianapolis Colts and Roy Hibbert of Indiana Pacers co-host a celebrity softball event where several Colts, Pacers, TV and radio personalities play softball and raise $$ for Indiana Children’s Wish Fund. Date is Thursday, June 3rd at Victory Field, ONLY $5 per person. www.indywish.org for tickets. Kids games at 5 p.m. / Softball game starts at 7 p.m. $5 per person. Victory Field. Maryland Street, Indianapolis. www.indywish.org. 317913-WISH (9474).

INDIaNa fEVEr VS. SaN aNtONIO 7 p.m. $10 - $79. Conseco Fieldhouse. 125 S. Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis. www.consecoﬁeldhouse.com. 317-917-2500.

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tarGEt frEE faMIly NIGHt 4 - 8 pm. The Children’s Museum. 3000 N. Meridian St, Indianapolis. www.childrensmuseum.org. (317) 334-3322.

Friday 4 aCrOSS tHE uNIVErSE Dusk; Gates open at 6 pm. $9; $5 members; $7 students; FREE ages 6 & under. Indianapolis Museum of Art. 4000 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis. www.imamuseum.org. 317-920-2659.

INDIaNaPOlIS INDIaNS VS. COluMBuS ClIPPErS 7:15 pm. $9 $14. Victory Field. 501 W. Maryland St, Indianapolis. www.indyindians.com. 317-269-3545.

lIVE BluEGraSS MuSIC WItH BIrCH CrEEk Bring the family and a picnic and spend the evening listening to the Birch Creek bluegrass award-winning band. Let their three-and four-part vocal harmonies carry you into the stories told within the songs. The smiles are contagious! The show will be held outside if weather permits. Music begins at 7:00 p.m. In the event of bad weather, the performance will be moved into the library. Roger Banister - banjo, Don Anderson - mandolin/fiddle, Danny Greene - bass, Daryl Jones - guitar, Mike Curtis - dobro. 6:30 p.m. Johnson County Public Library: Trafalgar Branch. 424 Tower Street, Trafalgar. www.jcplin.org. 317-878-9560.

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in advance at Marsh Supermarkets, participating Indiana Wineries or online at VintageIndiana.com. Wine samples included with the purchase of an adult ticket. ID required. Some food and entertainment not included. Military Park, Downtown Indianapolis. 11 am - 7 pm.

INDIaNa fEVEr VS. NEW yOrk 7 p.m. $10 - $79. Conseco Fieldhouse. 125 S. Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis. www.consecoﬁeldhouse.com. 317-917-2500.

INDIaNaPOlIS INDIaNS VS. COluMBuS ClIPPErS 7 pm. $9 - $14. Victory Field. 501 W. Maryland St, Indianapolis. www.indyindians.com. 317-269-3545.

MEtaMOra OlD faSHIONED StraWBErry DayS Fun along the W h itewater C a n a l ! St r awber r y Shortcake with all the fi xings, music, and games. Railroad excursions on the Whitewater Valley Railroad and trips on the canal aboard the horse-drawn Ben Franklin III. Wandering musicians and story telling. Operating grist mill, shopping, dining and lodging opportunities. Metamora is located on US 52, about halfway between Indianapolis and Cincinnati. 11 AM to 4 PM. Jonathan Banes House. Main St, Metamora. www.metamoraindiana.com. 765-647-2109.

VINtaGE INDIaNa Come experience the wonderful tastes of Indiana Wineries, local food and the music of Jon McLaughlin, Jennie Devoe and NeedToBreathe. Adults 21+ $22 in advance or $25 at the gate. Designated Drivers are $10. 5 and under are free. Tickets sold

NatIONal traIlS Day at rItCHEy WOODS Saturday, June 5th is the American Hiking Society’s National Trails Day (NTD). We invite you to join us at Ritchey Woods for a hike celebrating this nation-wide event. Naturalist staff will be on site. Stop by any time. Binoculars and field guides will be available for checkout. Families will be able to work together to complete a variety of scavenger hunts or simply enjoy the scenery. Learn more about

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natural artifacts found at Ritchey Woods. Receive free water and trail mix (while supplies last). Rain or shine. Free! Pre-registration is required and ends one week prior to program. 9am-1pm. Free. Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve. 10410 Hague Rd, Fishers. www.ﬁshers.in.us/rwnp. 317-595-3150.

Star WarS SaturDay 10 am - 5 pm. Museum Admission: $15.50; $14.50 seniors; $10.50 ages 2 - 17; FR. The Children’s Museum. 3000 N. Meridian St, Indianapolis. w w w.c h i l d r e n s m u s e u m .o r g . (317) 334-3322.

Sunday 6 INDIaNaPOlIS INDIaNS VS. COluMBuS ClIPPErS 2 pm. $9 - $14. Victory Field. 501 W. Maryland St, Indianapolis. w w w.indyindians.com. 317-269-3545.

tHE HOlIDaIrES Play tHE GrEat aMErICaN SONGBOOk 2 - 4 pm. Garfield Park MacAllister Center. 2432 Conservatory Dr, Indianapolis. www.indygov.org/ eGov/City/DPr/Programs/arts/ G a r f ie l d+Pa rk+a r t s+C e nte r. htm. 317-327-7066.

WOMEN Of WOrlD War II: a PuBlIC CONVErSatION WItH Marty Wyall During World War II, most women were at home taking care of their families. Not Marty Wyall, the last of Indiana’s Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASP). After 65 years, the WASPs are being recognized for their service with a Congressional Gold Medal. To honor her service, the Indiana State Museum and Puddlejump Pictures are organizing an exhibit highlighting Wyall’s WASP experiences. The exhibit will include her Congressional Gold Medal and a short documentary. Join Marty as she shares her stories and thoughts about her WASP experiences and the contributions these women made during WWII. 2 - 3 p.m. Indiana State Museum. 650 W. Washington St, Indianapolis. www.in.gov/ism. 317-232-1637.

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Monday 7 aWarD-WINNING SOPraNO aNGEla BrOWN Indiana’s acclaimed soprano, Angela Brown, has performed on stages all over the globe. Angela will appear at the JCC’s live talk show, Mickey’s Corner, with host Mickey Maurer at the Arthur M. Glick JCC, 6701 Hoover Road, in Indianapolis. The Emmy-Award winning "Mickey’s Corner" will provide the audience with the opportunity to see the opera star as they never have before, up close and personal. Teachers, students, staff and the general public are invited to the JCC for a special evening on June 7th. 7-10 pm. $10 general public / $5 JCC members. Arthur M. Glick Jewish Community Center. 6701 Hoover Rd, Indianapolis. www. jccindy.org. 317-251-9467.

PrESCHOOl turtlE tIME at rItCHEy WOODS We will explore a nature related topic through books, a craft, a hike and hands on experiences. Please remember all activities are outside, so dress for the weather. Parents are required to stay. For ages 3-5. Get out of your shell and come on over. Time won’t be moving slow in this program because we have a lot to do! Explore artifacts, make a craft, meet the program animal turtles, read a story, and more. Pre-registration is required and ends one week prior to program. (fee per child, per session). 1011:30am or 1-2:30pm. Resident: $4; Non-Resident $6. Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve. 10410 Hague Rd, Fishers. www.ﬁshers.in.us/rwnp. 317-595-3150.

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7 pm. $9 - $14. Victory Field. 501 W. Maryland St, Indianapolis. www.indyindians.com. 317-269-3545.

Snacks, conversation, light exercise, and reflection. Children are welcome with volunteers available to care for children while mothers converse. 10-11:30am. Free. Center for Inquiry. 350 Canal Walk, Suite A, Indianapolis. www.mommymoon. org. 317-654-8684.

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45tH aNNual StraWBErry fEStIVal 7 pm. $9 - $14. Victory Field. 501 W. Maryland St, Indianapolis. www.indyindians.com. 317-269-3545.

For families with children ages 3 & older. Singer and guitarist Tom Sieling will lead this hilarious musical program that the whole family will enjoy. Tom accompanies himself on the guitar, banjo, harmonica, and a drum machine, and encourages audience participation. Free tickets are required and will be available beginning Thursday, June 3, online or at the Children’s & Youth Services desk. 4:00-5:00 p.m. or 7:00-8:00 p.m. Carmel Clay Public Library Program Room. 55 4th Avenue S.E., Carmel.

For Indianapolis, both "young and young at heart" embrace Christ Church Cathedral Women’s Strawberry Festival as a summertime tradition that began in 1965. For this years 45th Festival we will be serving approximate 17,000 shortcakes, 9,000 pounds of berries, 600 gallons of ice cream, and 900 pounds of whipped topping. Serving begins at 8:30 a.m. downstairs in the Parish Hall and 9:00 a.m. under the tents on the circle. The festival ends at 6:00 p.m. or until desserts sell out. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monument Circle. 1 Monument Circle, Indianapolis.

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1 pm. $9 - $14. Victory Field. 501 W. Maryland St, Indianapolis. www.indyindians.com. 317-269-3545.

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ZOOBIlatION 5 pm - 12 am. Indianapolis Zoo. 1200 W. Washington St, Indianapolis. www.indyzoo.com. 317-630-2001.

JuNGlE talES Join us for nature-related stories, activities and crafts about a different topic each month. Registration required. Ages: 2-5 with adult. 10-11AM. $3. Garfield Park Conservatory. 2505 Conservatory Drive, Indianapolis. www.garﬁ eldgardensconservatory. org. (317)327-7580.

Saturday 12 CrICkEtS NIGHt HIkE at rItCHEy WOODS Join our nature staff for a night hike! Begin your evening at the fi re. Bring food (like hotdogs or s’more fi xin’s) and drinks for the campfi re. We supply marshmallows and roasting sticks. It’s June and that means it is time to celebrate one of our favorite children’s authors again. We’ll read a story of a not-so-noisy cricket and make some cricket discoveries of our own. This program is designed towards younger children. Pre-registration is required and ends one week prior to program. (fee per participant ages 3 years and up. No charge for children under 3.). 6-8pm. Resident: $4; Non-Resident: $6. Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve. 10410 Hague Rd, Fishers. www. ﬁshers.in.us/rwnp. 317-595-3150.

MakING StrIDES 2010 5k Walk/ruN, aND CHIlDrENS 500 MEtEr raCE! An exquisite locale for a 5K Run/Walk and 500 Meter Children’s Race to benefit Healthy Families of Hamilton County, Saturday, June 12th, 2010. Children’s race begins at 8 a.m. 5K Begins at 9 a.m. Register Here: www. healthyfamilieshc.org/events. 8 am Childrens Race/9 am 5K Begins. 20.00 Adult/12.00 Child. White River Elementary School. 19000 Cumberland Road, Noblesville. w w w.hea l t hy f a m i l ie s hc .o r g / events.aspx. 317-773-2897.

raCE aND MOtOrCyClE ruN fOr autISM Children and Adults of all ages and all abilities are invited to participate, raise money and have fun all in the name of raising money, support and awareness for autism. Various types of transportation will be allowed: Strollers, wagons, tricycles and big wheels, bicycles, scooters, skateboards, rollerblades, wheelchairs, walking, running and more! Races begin at 10 am - 12 pm with Registration at 9 am at the White River Christian Church at 1685 N. 10th St. Noblesville. Motorcycle Run is rom 8:30 am - 10 am with registration at 8 am at Noblesville Honda. Run leaves at 8:30 am then on to three bike shop locations ending at the actual Race for Autism at 10 am. For more information visit www.hcasg.org. Visit web site to download a brochure or register.

rOCk StarS, CarS aND GuItarS OPENING Day 10 am - 5 pm. Museum Admission: $15.50; $14.50 seniors; $10.50 ages 2 - 17; FR. The Children’s Museum. 3000 N. Meridian St, Indianapolis. w w w.c h i l d r e n s m u s e u m .o r g . (317) 334-3322.

SCalES aND taIlS fESt - PrOtECtING INDIaNa PEtS & WIlDlIfE 11 am - 4 pm. $7 adults; $6.50 seniors; $4 children ages 3 - 12. Indiana State Museum. 650 W. Washington St, Indianapolis. www.in.gov/ism. 317-232-1637.

talBOt StrEEt art faIr ParkING aND luNCH Park your car in the Propylaeum parking lot for $5.00 and then head for the fair only 2 blooks north. We have special weekend Tea room hours 11-3- come enjoy lunch, cool beverage or dessert. 11-3. Indianapolis Propylaeum. 1410 N. Delaware St. #2, Indianapolis. w w w.t he p ropy la eu m.org. 317-638-7881.

WfyI’S lEt’S MEEt PBS kIDS IN tHE Park WFYI’s annual Let’s Meet PBS KIDS in the Park is a FREE, one of a kind family festival that attracts approximately 40,000 people from Central Indiana. 10am-4pm. Free. Military Park. 601 W. New York

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Sunday 13 INDIaNa fEVEr VS. CONNECtICut 6 p.m. $10 - $79. Conseco Fieldhouse. 125 S. Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis. w w w. c o n s e c o f i e l d h o u s e . c o m . 317-917-2500.

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Healthy snacks and refreshments will be served. Pre-registration strongly encouraged at 317-870-7220. $10. 6:007:30pm. Optimal Wellness Center. 4545 Northwestern Drive Suite A, Zionsville. w w w.We C r e a t eWe l l n e s s . c o m . 317.870.7220.

Thursday 17 INDIaNa fEVEr VS. SEattlE 7 p.m. $10 - $79. Conseco Fieldhouse. 125 S. Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis. w w w. c o n s e c o f i e l d h o u s e . c o m . 317-917-2500.

flOat yOur BOat Can you shape your ship into ship-shape form? Construct your own seaworthy sailing vessel from different materials and see if it floats, or sinks!. 2:30 p.m. Johnson County Public Library: White River Branch. 1664 Library Blvd., Greenwood. www.jcplin.org. 317-885-1330.

JaMMIE tIME For young children & their caregivers. Join us for stories, rhymes and songs - and remember to wear your jammies! For more information, call the Children’s & Youth Services desk at 844-3363. 7:007:30 p.m. Carmel Clay Public Library Storytime Room. 55 4th Avenue S.E., Carmel. www.carmel.lib.in.us. 317-844-3363.

Tuesday 15 GONE fISHING: fOr kIDS Do you want to learn the basics of fishing, or how to improve your current fishing techniques? Come get some pointers and take home some helpful information about fishing. 3 p.m. Johnson County Public Library: Franklin Branch. 401 State St., Franklin. www.jcplin.org. 317-738-2833.

luNCH BuDDIES For children entering grades K-2. Brick a sack lunch and a beverage, and enjoy stories, movies and a craft. Registration is required and begins Tuesday, June 8, either online, in person or by calling 8443363. 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Carmel Clay Public Library Storytime Room. 55 4th Avenue S.E., Carmel. 317-844-3363.

Wednesday 16 tHE HyPEraCtIVE CHIlD Holistic ADHD Answers with Dr. Lauren Montieth at Optimal Wellness Center. This is a free community lecture. Kids Yoga will be offered to children age 3-8 for $10 per child during the lecture.

StOrytIME EXPrESS: CatErPIllarS Join us for a book and craft - just what your family needs to kick-start a library visit! For more information, call the Children’s & Youth Services desk at 844-3363. 10:00 - 10:20 a.m. & 11:00 - 11:20 a.m. Carmel Clay Public Library Storytime Room. 55 4th Avenue S.E., Carmel. www.carmel.lib.in.us. 317-844-3363.

different, and constitutes our largest single Class yet! The men selected to receive the iconic "Daddy" trophy signifying their induction into the Hall are T. Garrott Benjamin, Bishop of the Light of the World Christian Church, Ron Hunter, Head Coach of the IUPUI Men’s Basketball Team & Spokesman for Samaritan’s Feet, Justin Snow, Long Snapper for the Indianapolis Colts, and John Stehr, Evening News Anchor for WTHR. All net profits go back to Dads Inc. to help us in our work of building generations of involved fathers and thriving children. Registration & Inductee’s Reception starts at 5:30 pm and the event starts at 6:30 pm. $60 per ticket; $40 per ticket for pre-event Inductee’s Receptio. Conseco Fieldhouse. 125 S. Pennsylvania Street, Indianapolis. www.dadsinc.org. 317-635-DADS.

Saturday 19 INDIaNa fEVEr VS. atlaNta 7 p.m. $10 - $79. Conseco Fieldhouse. 125 S. Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis. www. consecoﬁeldhouse.com. 317-917-2500.

kIDS Day aMErICa Join us for a fun fi lled festival FREE for the entire family to encourage health, wellness and education of kids in the Indianapolis community. This event is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of the kids of our community by offering free health screenings, healthy food samples, and fun exercise activities! Bring the kids to enjoy bounce houses, arts and crafts and face painting! Inspire your kids to make healthy lifestyle choices by entering them in our "All-star Fit Kids" contest. Kids will be able to enter their drawing of the actions they take to be healthy and happy. Grades 3-8 can submit a paragraph with their drawing. We are passionate about providing resources to families to help make a generation of happier, healthier, more productive people. If your business or organization is interested in getting involved with Kids Day America please contact Meisha Wide at meisha@adjust2wellness.com. 10am1pm. Lakeshore Chiropractic: A Creating Wellness Center. 9745 Fall Creek Road, Indianapolis. adjust2wellness.com. 317-842-5100.

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MOVIE NIGHt at OPtIMal WEllNESS CENtEr! Join us for this FREE evening with the doctor as we watch and discuss “Generation Rx”, a must-see fi lm for adults or parents with children with depression, anxiety, ADHD or any psychiatric conditions. Healthy snacks and refreshments will be served. Preregistration required at 317-870-7220. 6:00PM-9:00PM. Optimal Wellness Center. 4545 Northwestern Drive Suite A, Zionsville. www.WeCreateWellness. com. 317.870.7220.

Walk fOr tHE HOMElESS 9 am - 11 am. White River State Park. 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis.

Sunday 20 *OPENING: tHE VIrGINIa B. faIrBaNkS NaturE Park at IMa noon - 5 pm. Indianapolis Museum of Art. 4000 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis. www. imamuseum.org. 317-920-2659.

tHE DaNCIN’ NaNCyS 12:15 p.m. Indianapolis Artsgarden. 110 W. Washington St., Indianapolis. www.indyarts.org. 317-624-2563.

Friday 18 INDIaNaPOlIS WOMENS EXPO Event Dates: 6/18/2010-6/19/2010 Turn off work, leave the kids at home and just enjoy being a woman. Come enjoy the 1st annual Indianapolis Women’s Expo - an event designed to cater to you. Browse, shop and enjoy—, Demos, Health screenings, Spas, Services, Wellness & more Activities include:, Free Samples, Prize Giveaways, Live demos, Health Screenings. vendor costs vary, public is free. www. inspiredproduc tionsinc.com. 828-489-2961.

ClaSS Of 2010 fatHErHOOD Hall Of faME INDuCtION DINNEr Now in its fourth year, the Fatherhood Hall of Fame Induction Dinner has quickly become a local institution, known for honoring some of the best and brightest fathers from all over the state. The nine men who have constituted the fi rst three Classes (including Tony Dungy, Evan Bayh, Max Siegel, Mitch Daniels and Eugene White) are well-known and respected not just for the fathering they have provided to their own children, but also to those of the larger community. The Class of 2010 is certainly no INDYSCHILD.COM 53

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frEE MEDItatION ClaSS at OPtIMal WEllNESS CENtEr Pre-registration required at 317-870-7220. Learn breathing and relaxation techniques as you build a strong support system with like-minded friends. 5:306:30 pm. Optimal Wellness Center. 4545 Northwestern Drive Suite A, Zionsville. w w w . We C r e a teWe l l n e s s . com. 317.870.7220.

Monday 21 INDIaNaPOlIS INDIaNS VS. DurHaM BullS 7 p.m. $9 - $14. Victory Field. 501 W. Maryland St, Indianapolis. www.indyindians.com. 317269-3545.

Thursday 24 fISHErS ParkS & rECrEatION PrOGraM PartNEr: SPECIal NEEDS PlaNNING WOrkSHOP This workshop focuses on issues of interest to families who have a dependent with Special Needs. We will discuss Medicaid, waivers, and social security, special needs trusts, guardianship, and more. For ages 25 & up. Registration ends two days priorto workshop. 6:30-8:00 p.m. Free!. Fishers Train Station. 11601 Municipal Drive, Fishers. www.ﬁshers. in.us/parks. (317)567-2005.

INDIaNaPOlIS INDIaNS VS. DurHaM BullS 7 p.m. $9 - $14. Victory Field. 501 W. Maryland St, Indianapolis. www.indyindians.com. 317-2693545.

MakE a SPlaSH, MakE a t-SHIrt Come make a t-shirt to celebrate the 2010 Summer Reading Program. You bring your own t-shirt, and we will supply iron-on decals and other decorative items. For youth in grades 2-7. Registration is required. 2 p.m. Free. Noblesville Library. One Library Plaza, Noblesville. www. hepl.lib.in.us. 317-773-1384.

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Friday 25 INDIaNaPOlIS Early MuSIC fEStIVal 2010 ARTEK - 5 singers and continuo band in a program called "Music of Monteverdi". 7:30 p.m. Indiana History Center. 450 W. Ohio St, Indianapolis. www. indianahistory.org. 317-232-1882.

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A pampering, inspiring and stress-relieving night for women only. A healthy and delicious dinner prepared by our raw foods chef will be served as you start your evening with an empowering talk with Dr. Lauren. And the pampering begins: massage, facials, manicures, pedicures, footbaths, reiki, and more. Pre-registration required at 317-870-7220. 5:30 p.m. Optimal Wellness Center. 4545 Northwestern Drive Suite A, Zionsville. www.WeCreateWellness. com. 317.870.7220.

1 p.m. $9 - $14. Victory Field. 501 W. Maryland St, Indianapolis. www.indyindians.com. 317269-3545.

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7 p.m. $9 - $14. Victory Field. 501 W. Maryland St, Indianapolis. www.indyindians.com. 317269-3545.

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WatEr SCIENCE will use water in every experiment we do today so prepare to get a little wet as we dive into our scientific discoveries! Learn how important water is in our lives. 2 p.m. Johnson County Public Library: Clark Pleasant Branch. 530 Tracy Rd., Ste. 250, New Whiteland. www.jcplin.org. 317-535-6206.

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9 am - 4 pm. $20. Indiana State Museum. 650 W. Washington St, Indianapolis. www.in.gov/ism. 317-232-1637.

PraIrIE tykES: frOGS arE CallING Enjoy a craft, story, snack, and, weather permitting, an outside experience at these fun kids’ classes. All participants must be accompanied by an adult (at no charge). Reservations are required. Find out about

frogs as we create a paper frog and listen to some different frog calls. Weather permitting, we will visit the pond under the covered bridge to look for frogs and we’ll play some leap frog. 9:30-11am or 12:302pm. $10/youth ($9/member youth). Conner Prairie Interactive History Park. 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers. www.connerprairie.org/learn-andDo/Programs/Prairie-tykes.aspx. 317.776.6006 or 800.966.1836.

2010. The Festival is always in need of volunteers at different levels of participation. For more information on volunteering or about the festival, please visit www.fishersfreedomfestival.org, email freedomfestival@sbcglobal.net, visit 8601 East 116th Street in Fishers or call 317-595-3195. 8 a.m. Roy G. Holland Memorial Park. One Park Dr., Fishers. www. ﬁshers.in.us/department/division.asp?fDD=955&location=holland. 317-595-3155.

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Dusk; Gates open at 6 pm. $9; $5 members; $7 students; FREE ages 6 & under. Indianapolis Museum of Art. 4000 Michigan Rd, Indianapolis. www.imamuseum.org. 317-920-2659.

Saturday 26 faMIly fuN CONCErt SErIES —BraDy ryMEr aND tHE lIttlE BaND tHat COulD Come enjoy the music of Brady Rymer and the Little Band that Could on the point at Eagle Creek Park. To purchase tickets or for more information visit www. brownpaper ticket s. com or call 1-800-8383006. 10 am and 11:30 am. $6 per person which includes admission to the park.

faMIly fuN Day at tHE Park Join Radio Disney 98.3FM for games, music, prizes and lots of activities that are fun for the whole family! Family Fun Day is a FREE event for all, and will include interactive booths that stress the importance of family, community & culture; sports & fitness; health & safety, arts & education and more! Plus, enjoy a variety of family-friendly entertainers, including a FREE concert from Radio Disney’s national NBT, Jasmine Sagginario!. 12-4pm. White River State Park. 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis.

fISHErS frEEDOM fEStIVal’S 5k EVENt aND faMIly fuN tWO MIlE Walk Come participate as a runner, jogger or walker in the 22nd annual Fishers Freedom Festival’s 5K Event on Saturday, June 26th at Roy G. Holland Park (One Park Drive) in Fishers. Sponsored by Reynolds Farm Equipment, the 5K event will begin promptly at 8 a.m. A non-competitive family fun two-mile walk will begin at 8:05 a.m. and a Kiddie Run at 9 a.m. Awards will be presented following the race at 9:15 a.m. near the fi nish area in Holland Park. The 22nd Annual Fishers Freedom Festival will be Saturday, June 26 & Sunday, June 27,

The parade is a great way for your family, school, community group or organization to show their patriotism. Children are encouraged to decorate their bikes and ride together in the parade. For more information call Zona Lanham at the Greenwood Parks and Recreation Department 317-881-4545. 10 a.m. Greenwood Community Center. 100 Surina Way, Greenwood. www.greenwood.in.gov. 317881-4545.

18tH aNNual EItElJOrG MuSEuM INDIaN MarkEt aND fEStIVal Visit more than 140 native artists from 60 tribes. Celebrate Native American cultures through authentic art, music, dance, demonstrations, food and more. Adults are $10. Children 17 and under are free. Advance sale tickets: $8. Available at select Indiana Marsh and O'Malia's locations or by calling 800-622-2024. White River State Park. Downtown Indianapolis. www.eiteljorg.org. 317-636-9378.

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PlayfIt: MOVING aND SHakING fEaturING DOCtOr NOIZE 10 am - 5 pm. Museum Admission: $15.50; $14.50 seniors; $10.50 ages 2 - 17; FR. The Children’s Museum. 3000 N. Meridian St, Indianapolis. www.childrensmuseum.org. (317) 334-3322.

PrESCHOOl Of rOCk fEaturING DOCtOr NOIZE Introduce your family to the magical world of music with demonstrations, activities, and a rocking concert with Doctor Noize! Doctor Noize’s interactive shows inspire noizy kids and adventurous adults to explore music, movement, and creativity. Dr. Noize uses multiple instruments, arranges and records songs live on the spot, and invites his audience of Misunderstood Geniuses to join him onstage and contribute their talents. 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free with

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museum admission. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. 3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. www.childrensmuseum.org. (317) 334-3322.

VINtaGE MOVIE NIGHt: “tHE GrEat DaN PatCH” 8 - 9:30 pm. $2 suggested donation. Garfield Park MacAllister Center. 2432 Conservatory Dr, Indianapolis. www.indygov.org/ eGov/City/DPr/Programs/arts/ Garﬁeld+Park+arts+Center.htm. 317-327-7066.

MOMS aND MOrE MEEtING at CENtEr fOr INquIry Snacks, conversation, light exercise, and reflection. Children are welcome with volunteers available to care for children while mothers converse. 10-11:30am. Free. Center for Inquiry. 350 Canal Walk, Suite A, Indianapolis. www.mommymoon.org. 317-654-8684.

Sunday 27 INDIaNaPOlIS Early MuSIC fEStIVal 2010 ENSEMBLE VISCERA - A Feast of Lutes! Crime and Punishment. The Underworld of the Jacara in 17th Century Spain. Music of Juan Hidalgo, Gaspar Sanz, Snatiago de Murcie, Luiz de Bricefio, and others. 7:30 p.m. adults $22, students $12. Indiana History

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Center. 450 W. Ohio St, Indianapolis. www.indianahistory.org. 317-232-1882.

3rD aNNual INDIaNaPOlIS kIDS trIatHlON Join us for the 3rd Annual Indianapolis Kids Triathlon at the Arthur M Glick JCC at 6701 Hoover Road. Indianapolis. Prices will be awarded to the winners for males and females for competitive division. Stay for family-fun day! After you fi nish the race, stay and swim in the outdoor competition pool! 9 am - last racer fi nishes. For complete details and visit www.JCCindy.org.

INDIaNaPOlIS INDIaNS VS. tOlEDO MuD HENS 2 p.m. $9 - $14. Victory Field. 501 W. Maryland St, Indianapolis. www.indyindians.com. 317-269-3545.

are free. Advance sale tickets: $8. Available at select Indiana Marsh and O'Malia's locations or by calling 800-622-2024. White River State Park. Downtown Indianapolis. www.eiteljorg.org. 317-636-9378.

Monday 28 INDIaNaPOlIS INDIaNS VS. tOlEDO MuD HENS 7 p.m. $9 - $14. Victory Field. 501 W. Maryland St, Indianapolis. www.indyindians.com. 317-269-3545.

Tuesday 29 CaN yOu BuIlD a BOat? Come see if you can build a boat out of some unusual materials and measure how much weight it will hold before sinking. Take your boat home with you after the program. 3 p.m. Johnson County Public Library: Franklin Branch.

401 State St., 317-738-2833.

Franklin.

www.jcplin.org.

MICHaEl BuBlE - CraZy lOVE tOur 8 pm. $51.50 - $91.50. Conseco Fieldhouse. 125 S. Pennsylvania St, Indianapolis. www.consecoﬁeldhouse.com. 317-917-2500.

Wednesday 30 tHE MaGIC Of rEaDING For families with children entering grades K-5. Experience Mark Hemmelgarn’s perfect blend of comedy juggling and ventriloquism seasoned with a splash of magic and plenty of audience participation. Free tickets are required and will be available beginning Wednesday, June 23, online or at the Children’s & Youth Services desk. 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. & 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Carmel Clay Public Library Program Room. 55 4th Avenue S.E., Carmel. www.carmel.lib.in.us.

r E SO u rC E S afrICa lION aWarENESS WEEkEND Occurring Daily Beginning Saturday, June 19, 2010 Through Sunday, June 20, 2010. Indianapolis Zoo. 1200 W. Washington St, Indianapolis. www. indyzoo.com. 317-630-2001.

alWayS— PatSy ClINE Occurring Daily Beginning Tuesday, June 01, 2010 Through Sunday, June 06, 2010. Patsy Cline (Christine Mild), right, performs with a little help from her friend and fan, Louise Seger (Erin Parker) in Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of Always— Patsy Cline, now on stage through June 6. The story is told by Patsy’s fan and friend, Louise Seger (Erin Parker), with 27 songs performed by Patsy Cline (Christine Mild). For reservations, call the box off ice at 317.872.9664. For more information and complete show schedule, visit www.beefandboards.com. Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre. 9301 N. Michigan Rd, Indianapolis. w w w.beef a nd boa rd s .co m. 317-872-9664.

Day Out WItH tHOMaS™ : tHE CElEBratION tOur 2010 COMES tO tHE WHItEWatEr VallEy raIlrOaD fOr HIS 65tH BIrtHDay BaSH! Occurring Every Sun, Fri & Sat Beginning Friday, June 18, 2010 Through Sunday, June 27, 2010. All aboard for the best birthday party ever! Thomas the Tank Engine™ is coming to town to celebrate with all of his fans. The tour, now in its 15th year, will make stops in more than 45 US cities and is expected to welcome more than one million passengers in 2010. This year also marks Thomas the Tank Engine’s 65th publishing anniversary and fans are invited to partake in some choo choo-riff ic celebratory activities. 9:00am 6:00pm. Whitewater Valley Railroad. 455 Market St., Connersville. www. w h i t e w a t e r v a l l e y r r. o r g . 866-468-7630.

frEE faMIly fIlM fEStIVal Join Regal Cinemas all summer long for free select G and PG f ilms from June 8 - August 4 at Regal Shiloh Crossing Stadium 18, UA Galaxy Stadium 14 and Regal Village Park Stadium 17 every Tuesday and Wednesday at 10 am. Kids meals are available. Seating is limited. First come, f irst served. Go to www.regmovies.com for more information.

fISHErS SuMMEr CONCErt SErIES Tuesday Nights on the Lawn at Fishers Town Hall. Spend special summer events with famiy and friends. Enjoy great music, bring a picnic and watch what happens! (No scooters, Razors®, rollerblades, skateboards or bicycles, please. Visit www.fishers.in.us/ parks for more information and rain dates or call our weather line at 317595-3491. 6/1: Living Proof. 6/8: Peace Train. 6/15: Big Daddy Caddy. 6/22: Toy Factory. 6/29: BBI, 7/6: Paul Butler and Partners in Crime. 7/13: Dave and Rae. 1 Municipal Dr. Fishers Town Hall. 7-9 pm. FREE.

fIrSt frIDay EVENING at WONDErlaB Occurring on the f irst Friday of each Month Through Friday, August 06, 2010. Enjoy Indiana’s top 25 hands-on science museum at a discount price! General admission drops to just $3 per person after 5 pm, and WonderLab is open extended evening hours until 8:30 pm. Pizza and juice will be available on site to purchase. See WonderLab’s website or FaceBook page for information on possible special activities. 5:00 - 8:30 pm. Members: Free | Non-Members: $3 per person. WonderLab Museum of Science, Health and Technology. 308 West Fourth Street, Bloomington. www. wonderlab.org. 812-337-1337 ext. 25.

18, 2010. This is no summer to stick to the status quo. Make plans to see Disney’s hit High School Musical live on stage as it moves from the screen to Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre for the f irst time. The stage version opens June 10, with all the fun and music of the original made-for-TV movie. There are 40 performances of High School Musical on stage scheduled in the intimate space of Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre. Tickets range from $35 to $58, and include Chef Odell Ward’s family friendly buffet, with a fruit & salad bar, unlimited coffee, tea and lemonade. Parking is free. Various times. $35 to $58. Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre. 9301 N. Michigan Rd, Indianapolis. www.beefandboards.com. 317872-9664.

INDIaNaPOlIS aIr SHOW Occurring Daily Beginning Friday, June 11, 2010 Through Sunday, June 13, 2010. Don’t miss the 14th annual Indianapolis Air Show June 11-13, 2010 at Mt. Comfort Airport. Advance discount tickets available online at indyairshow.com and at Indiana Marsh Supermarket locations and United Package Liquor stores. Buy early and save. Saturday & Sunday 8am-6pm, Friday-Practice Day 10-4. Gate Prices: $20 Adults Gen Admis, $10 Children 6-12, Under 5 Fr. Mt. Comfort Airport. 4078 N Aviation Way, Greenf ield. www.indyairshow.com. 317-3357252.

JErSEy BOyS Occurring D a i l y Beginning We d n e s d a y, June 09, 2010 T h r o u g h Saturday, July 03, 2010. Various times. $24.50 - $59.50. Murat Theatre. 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis. www. livenation.com/murat. 317-6327469.

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02, 2010. Form your own government! Become a senator or representative; write your own bills and pass them into law. Campers learn about the process of government by exploring the three branches: executive, judicial and legislative. Visits to the state house, city hall and the State Supreme Court allow campers to see the workings of the government up close and personal. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. daily. $100 member / $125 non-member. Indiana State Museum. 650 W. Washington St, Indianapolis. www.in.gov/ism. 317-232-1637.

WEEkEND HIGHlIGHt: JaMES’ aND aDa’S WEDDING Occurring Every Sun & Sat Beginning Saturday, June 19, 2010 Through Sunday, June 20, 2010. Prairietown (1:30 p.m.) Join Prairietown residents as they prepare for and celebrate Ada Noreen McClure’s and James Cox’s wedding with an outdoor ceremony at 1:30 p.m. followed by dancing and wedding cake. Is the Justice of the Peace prepared? How does the father of the bride feel about his future son-in-law? And WHO invited the Whetstones?. 1:30pm. Admission is $13/adults, $12/ seniors 65+, $9/youth (ages 2-12),. Conner Prairie Interactive History Park. 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers. w w w.connerprairie.org. 317.776.6006 or 800.966.1836.

rOCk StarS, CarS, aND GuItarS Occurring Daily Beginning Saturday, June 12, 2010 Through Sunday, September 12, 2010. From Chuck Berry to the Beatles, from Glam Rock to Groove, rock ‘n’ roll has shaped American pop culture, and rock performers have dazzled us with their sounds and styles. In Rock Stars, Cars, and Guitars, the hottest new exhibit from The Children’s Museum, children and families can immerse themselves in the music! 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Free with museum admission. The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. 3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. w w w.c hi l d re n s m u s e u m.o r g. (317) 334-3322.

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ZuMBa IN aM at My GyM Ongoing Every Tue & Thu Beginning Thursday, May 20, 2010. Looking for a fun and new way to exercise? Then this ZUMBA EARLY MORNING class is for you! Tuesday & Thursday. 6:45 am-7:45 am. MY GYM Children’s Fitness Center, 10290 E 96th St, Fishers. $6.00/class*. 317-753-6590.

uNDErStaNDING tHE DIaGNOSIS Of autISM SPECtruM DISOrDErS (Part 1) Ongoing Each Saturday Beginning Saturday, June 26, 2010. For parents and professionals working and living with a child and/or children diagnosed with autism or are somewhere on the spectrum. This is an ongoing series of seminar to help disseminate state-of-the art scientif ic information on autism so that parents and professionals can keep current with advances of treatment and continuing insights into this perplexing disorder that is becoming disturbingly widespread in the community. 2-5 pm. $25.00. Purple House. S 9th St, Noblesville. www.developmentalphysiopsychologydisorders.com. 317-503-1296.

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