Indy's Child // 10.2011

FALL FUN in IndyFestivals, local attractions and more

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When Divorce HAPPENS

PreschoolEnrichment

Local learning programs

Handling the difficult time

INDy oN a BuDget

Do-it-Yourself Halloween Costumes

FALL FUN in IndyFestivals, local attractions and more

When Divorce HAPPENS

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contents OCtObEr 2011

ON tHE COVER

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Cover Model: Dylan Ferrell, age 3 Cover Location: Stonycreek Farm

Photographer: Hannah Hilliard Photography

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features

20 beating breast Cancer in Indiana StoriesfromtwoLocalMothers

26 When Divorce Happens HandlingtheDifficultTime

29 Preschool Enrichment LocalLearningPrograms

53 Fall Fun in Indy Festivals,LocalAttractions&More

in every issue06 Publisher’s Note10 Online buzz

around town08 Community Spotlight LocalNews,EventsandMore

11 Indy Parks HalloweenHaunts&AutumnActivities

18 Museum Note PackYourBags—It’sTimefora VampireVacation!

24 Profile ZooBooMeansFamilyFun

25 Profile AmericanHeartAssociation

parenting12 Mommy Magic HalloweenTraditions

46 Dear teacher YourQuestionsofTeachers—Answered

health14 Pediatric Health UnderstandingBackPain

16 Women’s Health GirlfriendTalk:OnMaternityCare

22 Women’s Health KnowledgeisPower:HowBreast AwarenessSavesLives

special needs

36 17 Going on 18 TransitioningKidsontheAutism SpectrumintoAdulthood

44 Finding Fitness for Kids with Special Needs IncorporatingActivityintoYour Child’sDailyLife

resources42 Special Needs Guide48 Education + Childcare Guide58 Fall Fun Guide64 birthday Party Guide65 Marketplace

calendars40 Special Needs59 Daily Events63 Ongoing Events67 Fun + Wacky

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in every issue [ publisher’s note ]

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ten years Makes a Big DifferenceVisiting the 9/11 Memorial at Ground ZeroI was in New York City this past month and visited Ground Zero. It was my ninth visit since the World Trade Center was attacked and 9/11 became an infamous day.

The firefighters have a bronze relief wall that has recently been finished and is a fitting memorial to the 343 firefighters who died that day. The sculpture quality is excellent and the long bronze wall has a powerful impact on its visitors. It is located directly across the street from the new museum that is a memorial to all who died that day as a result of terrorists’ activities.

New Yorkers had a mission to fulfill this 9/11/11. They were pledged to do something for someone else on that day. Acts of kindnesses were encouraged by city officials and the media to be done on that day. After ten years, the anger and rage we felt immediately after the terrorist attacks was turning around to remember that day in a positive way. Somehow, it is good to take the worst of situations and find a positive response. Hate never heals.

A survivor of the Twin Towers was near St. Paul’s Church, located less than a block from Ground Zero, reminding tourists what it was like to have been at work on September 11. He was in the second tower and on the eighth floor. His firm decided to evacuate the building before the second plane hit. He talked about feeling the impact and that his office all elected to use the stairs. He said that his speaking to visitors was his way of remembering the fallen and giving thanksgiving for his own life.

I must say that I am looking forward to visiting the site next year. By then the reflection ponds will have gained the character of being part of the memorial and the trees will be more established and maybe birds will be nesting. It will offer a calm and tranquil experience. I believe that is what years of planning tried to accomplish and the new 9/11 Memorial reflects the compassion of all Americans.

Barbara WynneFounding Publisher

Indy’s Child

FOUNDING PUbLISHErBarbara Wynne | [email protected] | leaves changing & schedules more organized

PUbLISHEr & PrESIDENt Mary Wynne Cox | [email protected] | the colts!! i never miss a game!

MANAGING EDItOr

Megan Kirschner | [email protected] | halloween candy!

SALES & bUSINESS DEVELOPMENt Jennica Zalewski | [email protected] | awesome weather!

CrEAtIVE DIrECtOr Heather Lipe | [email protected] | going to the pumpkin patch!

EVENtS DIrECtOr / PUbLIC rELAtIONS

Wendy Cox | [email protected] | getting out all of my big sweaters and boots!

bUSINESS MANAGEr Roxanne Burns | [email protected] | taking my kids to the pumpkin patch

ADVErtISING COOrDINAtOr Karen Ring | [email protected] | camping on a crisp fall weekend

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Susan G. Komen’s October Fundraising Events

Hosted by Local SponsorsPanera - Pink Ribbon Bagels Friday, October 7th - Panera is launching its annual Pink Ribbon Bagel fundraiser by donating 100% of proceeds from all Pink Ribbon Bagel sales that day! For the remainder of October, Panera will donate 15 cents from each. If you would like a free sample, Panera is again partnering with B105.7 to host Bagels on the Circle on Thursday, October 6th.

Lux Restaurants - Tour du Tuesdays Every Tuesday in October (4th, 11th, 18th, 26th), Lux Restaurants will donate 15% of proceeds from all five of its restaurants: Nickel Plate Bar & Grill, Binkley’s Kitchen & Bar, Elbow Room Pub, Broad Ripple Tavern and Meridian Restaurant & Bar.

Sensu - Survivor & Supporter Celebration Friday, October 14th - Sensu downtown is having a fundraising dinner from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets will be $40 a piece. After 8 p.m., people can get free admission to the nightclub by bringing a bra as their cover charge - the bras will be donated to Goodwill, and Sensu will donate the cover fees to Komen.

Sun Tan City - Sunless Tanning Weekend of October 15th & 16th - Sun Tan City locations throughout Central Indiana

will donate 100% of proceeds from every $5 spray-on tan sold.

Southland Skate - Skate For The Cure Southland Skate is donating $1 from each admission and $5 for each birthday party. Their Skate For The Cure on Saturday, October 22nd will give participants unlimited skating from 9

a.m. to 11 p.m., with 100% of admissions going to Komen.

RTV 6 Anchor Trisha Shepherd has left television news to join the Communications Department at Riley Children’s Foundation.

During her tenure at RTV 6, Shepherd has served as co-anchor for the 6, 7, and 11 p.m. newscasts. She has also reported from the field, covering the eastside tornadoes, Indianapolis 500 Race Day and

many other events. She shared the Indiana Broadcasters Association Spectrum Award for Best Newscast in 2009 and has contributed her own parenting blog on TheIndyChannel.com.

Trisha has also been a contributing blogger as well as a friend of Indy’s Child Magazine. You can still follow Trisha on her Indy’s Child Blog at IndysChild.com. We wish her well as she pursues her new journey at Riley Children’s Foundation.

Energy Efficiency Kit from IPLIndianapolis Power & Light is offering their

customers an opportunity to get FREE help in saving energy and money. Simply complete the questions in IPL’s online Home Energy Inspector and they will send you a free energy efficiency kit to help you save energy

around your home:

The kit contains:

• Two 13-watt and two 19-watt Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs (CFLs): These bulbs provide the same amount of light as 60-watt and 75-watt standard incandescent bulbs, but last up to 10 times

longer and are nearly four times more energy efficient. Put them in your most frequently-used light fixtures for maximum savings.

• One standard chrome low-flow showerhead and one dual swivel low-flow showerhead: These super-efficient showerheads will help you enjoy a full force shower while you save water and automatically cut your energy bill.

• Three faucet aerators: These aerators help conserve water and reduce splashing.

• Hot water gauge: This handy card will help you see if your water heater is set too high. Turning it down to 120º can save you money.

• Refrigerator thermometer: The thermometer helps ensure that your refrigerator is at the optimum setting for both energy efficiency and food safety.

around town [ community spotlight ]

Community Spotlightthe Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s

SymFUNy Sundays

Children can wiggle and giggle in their seats all they like during the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s SymFUNy Sundays concert series, a set of four Sunday matinee performances in the 2011-2012 season that feature engaging music and interactive entertainment at family-friendly prices. Presented by Dow Agrosciences, SymFUNy Sundays replaces the ISO’s Family Series and includes even more artists, special guests and activities designed with young audiences in mind. Four-concert SymFUNy Sundays packages are on sale now at the Hilbert Circle Theatre Box Office by calling (317) 639-4300 or online at www.IndianapolisSymphony.org.

Indy’s Child Wishes Our Friend Trisha Shepherd

Well in Endeavors

OCTOBER = Children’s Magazine Month, Eat Better Together Month, Class

Reunioin Month, Financial Planning Month, National Chili Month, Down

Syndrome Month, Positive Attitude Month, Sausage Month, Rhubarb Month...


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online buzz

Nov. 6: Disney’s Phineas and Ferb: the best LIVE tour Ever!

Dec. 1-4: ringling bros. and barnum & bailey presents Fully Charged!

Oct. 29: Gazillion bubble Show at Murat theatre at Old National Centre

$150 Gift Card with Gift basket from the Container Store

the “Christmassy Dreamworks Experience” package (valued at $1,100) includes:

Two-night room accommodations (Sun-Thurs) at Gaylord Opryland Resort for up to a family of four; four tickets to ICE! featuring DreamWorks’ Merry Madagascar™; ShrekFeast™ Character Meal; “Character Passport” Meet & Greets; DreamWorks Themed Scavenger Hunt; DreamWorks Welcome Amenity with Package Check-In; souvenir photo; Special Wake-Up Calls by DreamWorks Characters;two tickets for a ride on the Delta Riverboats inside Gaylord Opryland; a VIP Coupon Book valued at more than $250, as well as applicable taxes, daily self parking and daily resort fee.

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online buzz [ indy parks ] around town

It’s time to feel the crisp, cool air on your cheeks and hear the crunch of leaves beneath your feet. Autumn in Indy Parks is full of festive activities to create fun, family memories while enjoying our natural amenities. Grab a thermos full of hot cider, take a walk on one of our trails and watch the leaves sprinkle their magical colors at our 207 parks.

Two of our parks offer an Americana tradition perfect for an October evening. Hayrides at Southeastway Park and Eagle Creek Park transport your friends and family members back to simpler times. Cuddle up under a thick blanket and relax as you wind through a maze of wondrous Fall scenery. Group packages include a picnic shelter and cozy campfire to complete the experience. Call Southeastway at 861-5167 or Eagle Creek at 327-7110 for reservations.

Scary faces, happy faces or self-portrait – try out your Jack-o-lantern carving skills at Indy Island/Raymond Park. Staffers guide your little Picassos as they create a traditional pumpkin decoration you can display on your front porch. And the best part? Leave the mess but take the memories home with you! October 25, 6-7 p.m. Cost $8.

Does your child already have a Halloween costume picked out? Is the anticipation of trick-or-treat bags full of candy almost too much to bear? Indy Parks is your guide for Halloween planning.

Ghoulish Garfield is a spooktacular family-friendly event at Garfield Park. Dress up as your favorite superhero or scary monster and tour the Haunted Conservatory with ghosts and goblins hiding at every

turn. Create creepy crafts at the Garfield Park Arts Center and mix a batch of slimy “Goblin-Goo.” October 27-28, 6-9 p.m.

Your child may not be ready for ghoulish goblins and menacing monsters this Halloween. Holliday Park and the Indianapolis Civic Theater’s Hauntless Halloween will let your little one sleep soundly at night. During the evening of enchanted fun, families hike along a candlelit trail and visit with forest inhabitants who have come alive, in a fun and inviting way, for these special evenings. October 20-22, times vary.

The Indy Parks’ Fall Fun Guide has more activities and events. Check with your local family center, call 327-PARK or log on to www.indy.gov/parks to start planning your Halloween and Fall fun today.

Halloween Haunts and autumn activities Fall Fun at Indy Parks

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parenting [ mommy magic ]

Mary Susan [email protected]

Halloween is now ranked as the second most popular holiday of the year. Of course, Christmas is ranked first, but Halloween is closing in on it. But Halloween is not actually a technical “holiday.” Rather, it has become more of a tradition for many to celebrate autumn and have some family fun. Families are partaking in many of the annual Halloween festivities – the prepping for the costume, carving pumpkins, hay rides, bonfires and more. I have to admit, all these traditions make me feel like a kid again which makes me a big fan of Halloween.

As moms, we know a BIG part of Halloween for our kids is the actual costume. Especially now, when catalogues start arriving in July featuring the year’s most awesome costumes. My kids carry around these catalogues for weeks. They circle their most favorite costume, discuss it over with one another, then cross it out only to contemplate it some more and eventually go back to re-circling their original favorite. I am convinced that my kids don’t really even care about the candy at Halloween. Instead, they

have more fun planning and talking about their costume. They have so much fun in fact, that they started a tradition of picking out my husband’s costume for Halloween.

We celebrate two family birthdays in October so we always have a family Halloween costume party. This serves as the perfect excuse for my kids to dress their dad up in what else, the perfect costume! Each year my girls surprise my husband with their carefully selected Halloween costume to transform “Daddy” into whatever costume they have selected. In past years, he has been a a cowboy, a race car driver, a pirate (“The Pirates of the Caribbean” version, of course), Elvis (jumpsuit, wig and all) and my personal favorite, a sumo wrestler (you know, the zip-up costume). It has become a tradition in our family and it is loads of fun.

With everyone squared away with their festive and fun Halloween costumes, that leaves me - the mom. I didn’t always used to be “the mom.” There was in fact a time when I was young (hard for my kids to believe, I know) and I could dress up as anything and not think about it. As a mom of three now, costumes fit differently. Furthermore, somewhere

between 1990 and 2011 Halloween costumes got a little trashy for us moms. Want to make a million bucks? Come up with a great costume line for moms who would rather not dress up as a “dirty” nurse to “Dr. Feelgood” or as the “Bad Cop.” Yes, I do feel compelled to set an example to my three girls and not wear a costume that warrants a “R” rating. Call me conservative, but a garter and red lace bra popping out from a costume does not spell appropriate family fun. With that, I am still on the search for the perfect Halloween costume.

Regardless, I know it is not what I wear that my kids remember, but the fact that as a family, we had fun. I have learned, in fact, that the process of planning, talking, and laughing about our Halloween costumes beforehand, have become just as much fun as wearing them on Halloween.

To all moms, working like crazy to make all the magic happen as we enter into the second biggest “holiday” – Halloween, just remember that it all does not have to be perfect. In fact, some of the most fun and funny memories come from those moments that are not perfect. Happy Halloween!

Halloween traditions Making lasting memories with your family

Halloween Safety tips from Peyton Manning Children’s

Hospital at St. Vincent• Choose costumes that are bright and flame retardant.

• Use latex-free face paint vs. masks

to avoid visual impairment.

• Avoid costume knives, swords and oversized shoes.

• Make certain that children cross streets at corners

and never between parked cars.

• Clear porches, driveways, lawns and sidewalks of

potential tripping hazards.

• Avoid giving out gum, hard candies and small toys to

reduce choking hazards.

• Paint pumpkins vs. carving pumpkins. Hand injuries

increase 25 percent around the holiday.

• Keep pets indoors. Instruct children to stay away

from all pets, even if they are familiar with the

animals. Explain that pets will not recognize them in

costume, and pets become unpredictable on

Halloween night due to unusual activity.

tips to Limit the Sweets• Eat a good meal before trick-or-treating.

• Establish consumption rules prior to trick-or-treating.

Include children’s ideas when developing a plan to

allow their leadership and control.

• Label plastic sandwich bags for each day of the

week. Allow children to divide candy into labeled bags

with the understanding that once the bag is empty,

they need to wait until the next day for more.

• Help children decorate plastic sandwich bags with

markers and stickers. Fill bags with Halloween candy

to share with neighbors and friends without children

or deliver to a local fire station as a token of

appreciation for their services.

• Offer to trade a household chore or a ten minute

bedtime extension for a set amount of candy.

• Set rules that candy follows a healthy snack or meal.

• Inform caregivers and grandparents of established rules.

TRICK OR TREAT FOR KIDS OFF THEIR FEET! Join the team of trick-or-treaters that give.

For details, go to www.peytonmanning.stvincent.org


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Dr. Suzanne bowyer Director of Pediatric Rheumatology, Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health

If your child complains about or shows signs of back pain, it could be caused by a wide variety of issues. The most common cause is muscle sprain and strain. Less common reasons might include vertebrae (spinal bone) abnormalities, infections, arthritis and, rarely, cancer. Here’s what to watch for and when you should call your healthcare provider.

back Pain by Age GroupDifferent age groups experience different causes for back pain.

Normally, infants and toddlers don’t experience muscle strains or sprains. Their back pain could be caused by:

• Severe constipation

• Urinary tract infections (UTIs), especially in girls

• Discitis, an infection between the bones in the spine

• Meningitis, which can cause high fevers, headaches and neck pain

• Infections, which can spread and cause abscesses on the spinal cord

• Tumors that develop from the neural system, but this is rare

Generally, school-aged children have different problems although UTIs may be the cause. Other reasons may be:

• Spondylolysis, which is a stress fracture in one of the bones (vertebrae) that make up the spinal column. It can be caused by genetics, overuse (from sports such as gymnastics or wrestling), or both.

• Tight hamstrings in boys because of rapid growth

• Leukemia or bone tumors—but this is rare

Teenagers can experience many of the same symptoms as school-aged children. Other sources can be:

• Back pain from backpacks—due to weight or carrying it on one shoulder

• Obesity, as body fat can pull the spine forward

• Adult forms of back pain from muscle strains and sprains.

treating Muscle Sprains and StrainsIf your child has back pain but none of the warning signs described below, you may want to treat the back pain at home first. If there’s no improvement, contact your child’s healthcare provider.

Home treatments can include:

• Non-prescription pain medications, such as

acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol®) or ibuprofen

(e.g., Advil®)

• Heat using a heating pad, hot water bottle or

other hot pack

• Continuation of regular activities and light

exercise that do not cause pain

Warning SignsHere are signs you should watch for.

Contact your healthcare provider if

your child is less than 5-years-old or

has one or more of the following

symptoms with the back pain:

• Severe pain, occurs at night or wakes the child

from sleep, or worsens over time

• Fever (temperature of 100.4º F or higher)

• Weight loss

• Leg weakness, walking with a limp, or refusing

to walk

• Recent injury

• Change in bowel or bladder control

(e.g., new accidents)

• Unable to participate in normal activities.

For more information, visit

www.RileyHospital.org.

understanding Back Pain Warning signs and treatment options

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health [ women’s health ]

St.Vincent Monogram Maternity

Sometimes you just need a girlfriend to talk to. A girlfriend’s reassurance is particularly important when you are facing a “big life moment.” And there’s no bigger, more life-changing moment than having a child.

Prior to that moment, most women are filled with questions, concerns and just plain curiosity. And talking to girlfriends helps—particularly if those girlfriends happen to be doctors, nurses or other health care professionals who deliver babies on a daily basis.

Understanding the importance of the female connection and the expectant mom’s desire to chat with the experts, St.Vincent Women’s Hospital is hosting a Health: A Woman’s Way event on maternity care.

At the special event – being held on October 13 at 6 p.m. at the Café Patachou at 49th

and Pennsylvania in Indianapolis – moms-to-be will have the opportunity to talk to the female OB/GYNs, pediatricians, labor and delivery nurses, and nutritionists in a “girls only” setting.

“This is an open forum type of event that gives expectant moms the opportunity to ask any questions they may have about having a baby—and to be able to ask in the presence of other women who understand,” explains Julie Schnieders, MSN, NP, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner with St.Vincent Women’s Hospital.

Schnieders said many pregnant women are either fearful about giving birth, unsure of what to expect, or just plain overwhelmed with the massive amounts of health care information out there today. At this event, the health care specialists hope to help women begin thinking about their needs and wants for their maternity experience by

answering questions, dispelling myths and sharing their expertise.

In addition to sharing their professional knowledge, the panel experts will share something else: their own experience as parents.

“We purposely selected panel experts who were moms as well—their ability to relate to expectant moms on that level is so meaningful.” Schnieders believes moms will also enjoy sharing with others attending the event. “It’s a great way to encourage one another and exchange ideas—in a way that only women can do!”

The event is an extension of St.Vincent’s Monogram Maternity, which centers on creating a personalized and unique experience for mother, baby and family—one that takes into account her needs, her preferences and the way she wants to welcome her child into the world.

girlfriend talk: on Maternity Care Special event for moms-to-be

Health: A Woman’s Way Event registration

**Open to any expectant mom, regardless of where she is

delivering**

October 13, 2011

Café Patachou – 49th and Pennsylvania

Mocktails and healthy (but yummy)

appetizers will be served

Online: 338-4-HER.com

Phone: 338-CARE

Seats are limited so register today!

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the Children’s Museum Guild At The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis they are eagerly awaiting the opening of the 48th annual Haunted House. The Children’s Museum Guild has been busy organizing for this year’s theme, Vampire Vacation!

The little vampire mascots, Vic and Viv, will be traveling all over the country visiting many “dead”stinations! Some of these spooky “dead”stinations are Count Rushmore, the Ghoulish Gate Bridge, Horrorwood, San Fangcisco, New Gore-leans, and much more!

If you dare to be scared, visit the Haunted House during Defender Direct’s Frightening Hours (this is when the lights are off in the Haunted

House). The Haunted House also offers visitors the chance to visit during IPL’s Lights-On Hours (for children that scare easily).

The Haunted House runs October 15-31. Tickets can be purchased at Marsh Supermarkets and AAA locations as well as online at www.childrensmuseum.org or by calling 317-334-4000. Tickets cost $5.50 at Marsh Supermarkets or $6.50 at the door.

As well as visiting Vampire Vacation, The Children’s Museum Guild offers other fun Halloween activities at the museum you don’t want to miss! These other activities include Friendly Feast with the Witches, a Family Late

Night Adventure, and Scout Late-

Night Adventures. Registration for

any of these events can be done by

phone at 317-334-4000.

around town [ museum note ]

Pack your Bags—It is time for a Vampire Vacation!At The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

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n 2007 Traci Runge quietly donated her own healthy breast tissue to the Komen Tissue Bank. It was a gesture she did to honor an

acquaintance who was battling the disease. She never mentioned the kind act to the woman.

Three years later while training for a triathlon, Runge, who has three daughters, felt a lump on her breast. She was only 41, physically fit, and had received mammograms - all healthy - since age 36. She gave it three weeks to go away on its own. It didn’t. By the third week the lump had protruded through the skin. She went to the breast surgeon and dozens of tumors were found in her breast. She was diagnosed with triple positive invasive ductal carcinoma.

As she endured the biopsies and tests all patients face at the onset of breast cancer, she prayed for the purpose of her life to be revealed. That’s when it dawned on her to donate her cancerous breast tissue. “If I was going to die I was going to do everything in my power to protect my girls and this was the only way,” she said.

She became the first woman in the world to donate both healthy and cancerous breast tissue to a breast cancer tissue bank, giving researchers their first full-view comparison of healthy to cancerous breast tissue. She feels her prayers were answered.

She did eight rounds of chemotherapy, had a mastectomy, and endured six weeks of every day radiation. She then continued with Herceptin every three weeks until this July. Now a year-and-a-half past diagnosis, Runge said she is cancer free

and is the face of the Indy’s Super Cure campaign, a 2012 Super Bowl Host Committee initiative to raise awareness and funds for the Komen Tissue Bank.

As she moves into the survivorship stage of her diagnosis, she believes the beginning was the hardest part of the journey. “That first week where you know you have breast cancer but you don’t know what type or what your plan is going to be, that is going to be the worst week throughout all of it. Once you find out your plan you feel like you can handle breast cancer because now you know what you are going to face,” she said.

Her thoughts are echoed by another local breast cancer survivor Sheri Acquisto, who at age 33 was diagnosed with stage 2 infiltrated ductal carcinoma. At the time, she had a

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toddler and wanted a second child. During a routine exam the doctor felt something abnormal in Acquisto’s left

breast and asked Acquisto to schedule a mammogram.

Acquisto had the mammogram, which was quickly followed by an ultrasound and directions to see a breast surgeon. She did. Upon examination, the breast surgeon had her undergo a biopsy. She then had to wait seven days for the results of the biopsy.

“In hind site those seven days were the worst seven days of the entire thing. You know in your heart you have cancer and your mind goes to awful places. Once you get the results they so quickly go to a plan for beating it that you feel proactive at that point. It’s the unknown that’s the most scary,” said Acquisto.

Acquisto underwent eight rounds of chemotherapy, followed by a modified radical mastectomy where her entire breast was removed as were several lymph nodes under her arm. She then did 35 rounds of radiation and is now on oral medication.

Because her cancer was fueled by estrogen and she tested positive for the BRCA2 gene, Acquisto chose to have her ovaries and other breast removed as preventative measures.

“[Removing my ovaries] was a difficult decision because in taking this preventative measure I was saying no to more children. It was a hard decision to come to, but the doctors were good at letting me make the decision,” she said, adding she has never doubted the decision.

Both women fought their cancer at St. Vincent Cancer Care, one of several hospitals in the area that provides exceptional care for individuals battling breast cancer.

Breast cancer patients at St. Vincent have access to an ongoing continuum of care led by a St. Vincent navigator who helps each patient navigate through the patient state, treatment, and survivorship phase.

Indiana University Health helps patients through diagnosis to survivorship as well. Its IU Simon Cancer Center gives patients access to all standard-treatment therapies and for those who qualify clinical trials for care options not yet available anywhere else.

Community Health Network Breast Care also takes patients from breast lump to treatment and offers a breast health navigator to help guide patients through each phase of treatment. Other hospitals like Riverview in Noblesville and St. Francis in Indianapolis offer breast cancer treatments as well.

A bit of final advice Acquisto offers, “One of the things I learned is you need to be your own best advocate. This goes all the way back to whether or not you like your doctor. If you don’t, get a different doctor. Remember you’re in control. This is happening to you. Surround yourself with people who are loving and supportive.”

One in eight women will be

diagnosed with breast cancer in

her lifetime. About 2,000 men are

diagnosed in the United States

each year. Breast cancer patients

and survivors are not alone.

What’s more is great

organizations exist here in Central

Indiana to help by lending an ear,

a dime, a network and more.

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rachel Oren Breast health is an important topic in women’s health today, as it is vital for women to become educated and proactive in their breast care.

MammogramsJulia Lowe with Riverview Hospital quoted that those with breast cancer caught in the earliest stage have a 97 percent survival rate. Most doctors conclude that women should begin yearly mammograms at age 40. St. Francis and Dr. Erin Zusan with Community Health Network, suggest women should get a baseline mammogram at age 35 and then continue with yearly ones after age 40. Some women should consider starting mammograms earlier than age 40 depending on their family history and level of risk.

breast Self-ExamsRiverview Hospital recommends that women receive instruction on doing a breast self-exam and have their technique reviewed at their annual exam. Women are looking for any changes in appearance or breast tissue, such as new lumps that feel like a marble or rock.

Dr. Ludwig at IU Health North Hospital suggested that women conducting breast self-exams should do so within the first two weeks of their menstrual cycle.

Support GroupsMany doctors and care centers recommend that women diagnosed with breast cancer find a local support group for educational and emotional support.

Debbie Bowlby, mother of four, grandmother and great-grandmother, was treated by Riverview’s Women’s Center and the Breast Care Team.

“The staff at the Women’s Center treats you like family. They get to know you by name and make you feel like you are at home and not just a number. They know how to make people relax during their treatment and how to make one feel that life is worth living,” she said.

IU Health North Hospital, Community Hospital (North & South), the Young Survival Coalition, Pink Ribbon Connection, Sisters Network, and the Cancer Support Community are just some of Indianapolis’ support groups for women and their families battling breast cancer.

health [ women’s health ]

Knowledge is Power: How Breast awareness Saves LivesBreast care, physical health and support systems


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Judy Gagen Director of Communications for The Indianapolis Zoo

In recent years, Halloween has vied with Christmas as the most popular annual holiday to celebrate, especially as Halloween fun has gradually replaced Halloween fright. The Indianapolis Zoo’s Halloween ZooBoo has always been a favorite with Central Indiana families, particularly among the younger set, and the 2011 event will continue that family-friendly tradition.

This year, ZooBoo is presented by the Indianapolis Honda Dealers (another family-friendly company) and features a focus on great activities that will keep the kids entertained for the whole

afternoon instead of just a few hours at night. ZooBoo begins at 2 p.m. and runs through 7 p.m., so parents have options on when to bring their little ghosts and goblins to the Zoo.

The Zoo staff and volunteers really enjoy this event as well. The annual decorating contest among the Zoo staffers means that the entire grounds are festive, while the volunteers have a chance to dress up in their favorite Halloween attire. The animals get in on the act, too, with many creatures enjoying the cooler temperatures (the tigers, the bears, and the walrus are among more active animals after Labor Day!), and the elephants that join in by smashing pumpkins (and of course, eating them afterward).

ZooBoo focuses more on the activities than the candy (although safe trick-or-treating is included) such as our popular pumpkin bowling, holiday-themed dolphin show, ZooBoo train ride (with a themed story brought to life), bounce house, and Round-Go-Merry carousel ride in reverse. New this year, enjoy a costume parade, cute animal themed crafts, and learning to draw with Monart Drawing School.

Bring the little ones in their scariest (OK, their cutest) Halloween costumes for true family fun. ZooBoo takes place on three weekends – October 14-16, 21-23, and 28-30 – and it’s free for Zoo members and is included with regular Zoo admission. Plan your trip at www.indianapoliszoo.com!

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Just five hours after he was born, Dylan Nichols was diagnosed with a congenital heart defect. Born without a pulmonary valve, Dylan underwent heart surgery when he was just three days old. He had a second, open-heart procedure eight months later.

Fast forward three years and Dylan is one of the American Heart Association’s first Kids with Heart, a group of young heart survivors and their families who share their experiences in local schools as part of the association’s Jump Rope For Heart program.

“Jump Rope For Heart has been teaching kids how to take care of their hearts and helping kids with special hearts for more than 30 years,” said Jennifer Nanny,

youth market director for 19 counties in Indiana. “Many times the students who participate don’t realize that one of their fellow students has been dramatically impacted by heart disease. Bringing these brave young heart hero’s stories to light helps educate the public that heart disease can strike anyone.”

More than 1.4 million Americans are living with a congenital heart defect. Last year, the American Heart Association committed $9.39 million to fund pediatric heart research.

“The advances that have been made in the area of research and education funded by the American Heart Association are helping us close in on our 2020 goal of a 20 percent reduction in

deaths from heart disease and stroke, as well as a 20 percent improvement in the lives of those living with heart disease and stroke,” Nanny said. “We have much to celebrate as we look into the faces of these brave young kids who now have a chance at a long and healthy life.”

The American Heart Association is seeking additional local youth who are heart survivors to serve as ambassadors for the organization through Kids with Heart. Members receive a special Heart Hero Kit.

Students interested in joining Kids with Heart should have their parents contact Sunni Rossi at [email protected]. Additional information is also available at www.heart.org/kidswithheart.

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ivorce is a part of many children’s lives. According to the Enrichment Journal on the divorce rates in America, the rate for a first marriage is 41 percent and the rate for a second marriage is 60 percent. Unfortunately,

even in the most amicable situations the children may experience some adverse effects. However, the best thing that parents can do for their children is to handle the divorce as maturely and calmly as possible and take each child’s individual needs into consideration.

One of the most important things divorcing parents can do for their children is to keep communications open and honest. Encourage them to express their feelings

instead of keeping things bottled up. It is perfectly normal for a child to experience a range of emotions from sadness, to anger and even guilt.

“Listening is huge when it comes to children of divorce,” said Alexa Griffith, a National Certified Counselor and a Registered Play Therapist who works at New Hope Counseling. Griffith uses play therapy to get children to open up.

“I use play and toys in order to help the children deal with their feelings. A lot of kids don’t have the vocabulary to express their feelings. If you sit them down on the couch and ask them direct questions, they’re not going to know how to answer you,” she

said. “Developmentally the children are just not ready to have those sorts of conversations.”

CenterPoint Counseling offers a program called New Day for families of divorce in which children ages 3 through 14 and their parents attend as a family. Dinner is served in a family setting, and then the children are split into age appropriate groups to discuss different issues they may be facing. Children learn to express themselves and their anger in healthy ways and are given a format where they feel comfortable talking about their feelings.

Parents also attend information meetings and/or support groups during this time. “We address all the issues,” said Jennifer Murphy, coordinator of the New Day program.

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“Kids come first. Too many [parents] put them in the middle, wrong, wrong, wrong.”

-Angela M.

“I have been divorced for a long time but my children were young. I had always been very open with our plans for each day, whether

we were going to the market or having friends over or baking cookies. I always

explained what we were doing. Children also do best with consistency and a schedule.”

-Becky M.

“The best thing is to keep civilized between both parents when you have children. You may not be together as parents anymore, but you will always have those little eyes

looking up to you, so it is important to consistently set an example.”

-John S.

“One night the topic may be working with your ex and another night it might be about focusing on your children and the issues they are facing with the divorce.”

For more information on New Day programs for families of divorce, visit www.newdayindy.org or call (317) 252-5518.

Another option for parents going through a divorce is mediation. Mediation is a process in which two individuals work together through a neutral party to rectify their differences and come to a mutual decision. “Mediation gives [couples] the opportunity to tell their whole story,” said Lori Anne Perryman, a mediator at The Mediation Option, www.tmoindy.com.

“In a court room setting, there are certain rules that have to be followed. You don’t always get the opportunity to express everything you would like to in court,” she said.

Conversely, a mediation setting is less intimidating and more relaxed. Mediation areas are quiet and comfortable and individuals are not rushed and are allowed to take whatever time they need to work out any conflicts or differences. In addition, mediation services are often more cost effective than going through more traditional legal channels, although the agreements made are legally binding and enforceable.

Kena Hollingsworth, founding partner, Hollingsworth & Zivitz, agrees that mediation is often a viable option. “Mediation allows people to make their own decisions, rather than having decisions imposed on them by a court,” she said.

Hollingsworth understands that divorce is a difficult time on people and their families. She shared some of the advice that she gives to her clients,“I advise my clients to try to take one day at a time, to wake up every morning and have a positive outlook on what the day will bring…basically just to have a better today than yesterday and to keep building from there.“

Ryan Cassman has worked as an attorney for nine years and a mediator for two. He writes a popular blog called indianadivorceblog.com that contains a plethora of information and resources for divorcing parents. Cassman believes that mediation and/or counseling or classes are a good idea for divorcing parents. “For most cases, mediation is a good option,” he said. “And most counties do require a class.”

Beyond the courtrooms and the counseling, there are obviously things parents can do on the home front to help their children adjust after a divorce. “Many things are just common sense,” said Griffiths. “Try to work as a team. Obviously don’t talk bad about the other parent. The child may feel like you’re talking bad about him. And let the children have time to make the transition from one parent’s home to the other. If the parents can take a moment to talk together, that would be ideal.”

Most of all, don’t be afraid to reach out for help. “Problems still exist whether you deal with them or not,” said Griffiths. “A child needs somebody in their life who is not on anybody’s ‘side.’ Who doesn’t have a connection to either mom or dad. They may have a school counselor, a teacher or a minister. But most children don’t have someone like that. That’s the benefit of a therapist.”

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our-year-old Sophie Etnier says she’s going to be a ballet teacher when she grows up. She comes home from her ballet class at the JCC of Indianapolis and refuses to take off her tutu – as she’s got her own dance class to teach. She tells her stuffed animals to stand in line, stay quiet and follow her lead as she demonstrates pliés and pirouettes to her “class.”

“Sophie’s dance teachers must be very positive role models, because she brings them home with her after ballet class by acting out what she’s learned from them,” Sophie’s mom, Shelley Etnier, said.

Sophie has been attending preschool classes at the JCC for more than two years. She’s enrolled in the preschool program as well as extracurricular ballet and tumbling

classes. Swimming lessons, music and gym classes are also a part of her days at the JCC, as they’re a part of the preschool curriculum.

Shelley said it’s important to her that Sophie gets exposure to lots of different ways of “teaching, learning and doing” while she’s in her developmental stages.

Preschoolers like Sophie love to stay busy in order to satisfy their exploring minds. Enrolling them in preschool programs and enriching extracurricular classes will promote healthy child development through social, physical, emotional and cognitive growth experiences.

“Enrichment programs provide you with after-school activities to diversify their learning,” Mindi Epstein, director of marketing and membership at the JCC, said.

“Socialization is critical to a child’s future success, and preschool is the perfect age to begin developing positive interactive skills.”

Modern research on early learning and brain development show that the brain forms cognitive, social and emotional connections as early as infancy, according to Barbara L. Wolf, Ph.D., associate vice president of research and family learning evaluation and technical advisor to The Children’s Museum Preschool.

“What we once thought didn’t occur until ages 5, 6 or 7, we now know that ages 0 to 4 are, without question, primetime,” Wolf said. “The more human language and varied environmental experiences that a child is exposed to, the greater potential for that child to establish beneficial learning patterns and structures for them to connect and retain what they are seeing, hearing and doing.”

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Many facilities in Indianapolis offer preschool programming that will stimulate a child’s learning potential. “The Children’s Museum Preschool is designed so that all children have a planned experience in a selected exhibit each day when the museum is not yet open to the public,” Wolf said. “The children do

observational ‘research’ during the visits, carefully looking at museum objects and using an inquiry approach to understand common phenomena such as cause and effect.”

Matthew Stach, father to 3-year-old Ada, who has attended The Children’s Museum Preschool since January, said that his daughter loves to learn in what he calls the world’s largest classroom.

“The staff does a fantastic job of shrinking tens-of-thousands of square feet [in the museum] down to otherwise unnoticed details in a way that only a child would understand it, interact with it and respond to it,” Stach said.

Gymboree Play & Music provides developmental sports, play, art, music and school skills classes. Adults stay with the children in most cases, but there are some 3- to 5-year-old classes in which the child participates alone.

The JCC offers gymnastics, karate, soccer, basketball, Tiny Tot Athletics, Happy Feet dance classes and swimming lessons. They also have a Play Group that meets on select Monday mornings.

Mom’s Day Out programs are a great chance for parents to have time for themselves while giving kids supervised, structured play in a preparatory environment. And volunteering – a free activity – is a great way for a child to learn by doing.

No matter which enrichment programs your children may participate in, be sure to stress the importance of the learning process, not the finished product. Allow children to enjoy their favorite activity, yet encourage them to develop skill and control in activities that they normally might not choose. Every level of ability deserves praise and acknowledgment.

Be a positive role model by getting involved in all of your child’s programs yourself. “Greet each day with

enthusiasm, and dwell in the joy and wonder of your child,” Wolf said.

The Children’s Museum Preschool values parental involvement in their learning environment. “As a child’s first teachers, we view parents as having a significant role in what and how their child is learning,” Wolf said. “Each month, parents have a first-hand opportunity to participate in what we call Family Learning Days. The entire family can come to experience a school day in the life of their child.”

At the end of every school skills class at Gymboree Play & Music, parents reconnect with their children for the last 10 minutes of the class. Parents can talk with their kids and journal about what they learned in class, according to Eileen Papesh, manager of Gymboree Play & Music’s Carmel location. “Parents are the ones who make the biggest impression on children, so it is very important that parents take part in a child’s education.”

“As a working mom, I’m sometimes torn between wanting to be home with Sophie and not being able to,” Shelley said. “But if she were at home with me every day, it would be challenging to give her the vast exposure to different enriching programs that she’s getting in her preschool programs. The more she can be exposed to now, the more she can decide for herself what she’s interested in down the road.”

o matter which enrichment programs your children may participate in, be sure to stress the importance of the learning process, not the finished product.


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Written by Carrie bishop

Parents of kids with autism tediously prepare their child for a school bus

ride. They plan ad nauseum for a family vacation. They work hard to

prepare their child for puberty. The list of things to plan may be

never ending, and it certainly includes plans for the

child’s transition into adulthood.

“Every parent has a dream of success for their children that they will grow up to be independent, happy and live meaningful lives. For kids on the spectrum, there may be more planning that goes into that. It’s never too early to plan for the future,” said Rita Davis, director of community development at Noble of Indiana.

Mary Rosswurm, executive director of Little Star Center, is on the same page. “Typical kids do a lot of the planning themselves and they know what they want to do and are directing a lot of their activities. As parents of kids with autism, we need to set them

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up. Their success depends on us and our planning,” she said. She urges parents to make sure plans are starting to fall into place when the child is 14 or 15 in preparation for when he or she becomes an adult at age 18.

Following are key things to set in motion as your child heads toward adulthood.

Develop social skills. Sherry Quinn, founder of The Applied Behavior Center of Indiana for Autism and president of ABA Programming, Inc., believes the development of social competency skills should be a high priority for parents. Young adults who are considered high functioning on the autism spectrum are easily lost in the system. “Without adequate social skills a person may experience trouble in areas such as employment, daily living skills, independent living, and participating in the community,” she said.

Drive home functional skills.Start teaching essential functional skills. Think about what the child is going to be doing as an adult. Will they need to shower

independently, navigate the community, use public transportation, count money, make exchanges? These are things Carl Sundberg, executive director at the Behavior Analysis Center for Autism (BACA), says parents need to consider. To address skills that affect kids age 9

and up on the autism spectrum, his center has expanded to a second location called BACA Prep.

Kyle Quinn, board certified behavior analyst, is also a firm believer in teaching kids on the spectrum how to function in the real world. He advises parents to get involved and help their child practice social skills in real-world settings.

“Take your kid and practice with them. The more experience they have the better they become,” he said. That means take your child to Target. Stand in line at the ice cream store. Go to public bathrooms. Get on elevators. Practice.

Determine the right age to leave school.Rosswurm said parents need to determine if their child’s goal is to leave school at 18 or stay until they are 21. “If going to school is their only social aspect and if they have

meaningful stuff at school, don’t be so quick to pull them out,” said Rosswurm. Recognize that once school ends, it ends.

Call Vocational rehabilitation Services. Katy Messuri, social worker with Easter Seals Crossroads, tells parents to contact Vocational Rehabilitation Services while their child is in high school. Vocational Rehabilitation Services is a government program that will help set the child up with employment services like Easter Seals Crossroads, Goodwill, and Noble of Indiana.

Prep for jobs. Messuri encourages kids not quite ready for a job to volunteer to gain experience. Look for opportunities with places your child is already familiar. For instance, one child on the spectrum works as an assistant at Power Kids. Brian Jones, founder and coach of this gymnastics-based program, said he hired the young man because he had exhibited strong leadership qualities and needed training with someone he could make mistakes with before moving into the workforce.

Add daily living skills to the IEP. Kyle Quinn recommends incorporating daily living skills into a child’s IEP so the special education teacher or occupational therapist can help them gain skills that will help them live more independently.

think of financial needs. Planning for your child’s future must include preparation of their short- and long-term finances. Understand the benefits he or she is entitled to receive and get them signed up for Medicaid waivers as soon as possible. Also it may be important to establish power of attorney or guardianship by the time they are 18.

Continue seeking help. The rules of social engagement change as life progresses from early childhood through adult living. Individuals can seek help from adult support groups, churches, community organizations, and others.

Don’t forget the child’s happiness.Sundberg reminds parents that the measure of success can’t just be in how many skills your child masters or what the parents’ goals are. Look at your child. Are they happy with the direction they are heading?

“Typical kids do a lot of the planning themselves and they know what they want to do and are directing a lot of their activities. As parents of kids with autism, we need to set them up. Their success depends on us and our planning,” —Mary Rosswurm, executive director of Little Star Center

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resources [ childcare ]october special needs CALENDAr

oct 1Little Star Lecture Series - thomas Zane, Ph. D, bCbA-Dtime: 8:30 a.m.

Price: Free

Contact: Visit www.littlestarcenter.org/event-registration/Location: The Ritz Charles, Carmel

the Indiana Epilepsy Walk 2011time: 8 a.m. registration, walk/run 9 a.m.

Price: $25

Contact: Stephanie Williams at [email protected]

Location: The Monon Community Center Central Park, Carmel

Get Fit Occurs Saturdays from Oct. 1 - 29, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.Price: $25

Contact: Brooke Taflinger at 317-573-5245 or [email protected]

Location: Monon Community Center, Carmel

oct 3Gym Games time: Mondays Oct. 3 - 24, 5 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Price: $20



oct 4brain balance Indianapolis Free Parent Lecturetime: Oct. 4, 7 p.m.

Price: Free

Contact: 317-843-9200 or [email protected]

Location: Brain Balance Achievement Centers, Indianapolis

Young Athletes time: Tuesdays Oct. 4 - Nov. 22, 6 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.

Price: Free



oct 5Line Dancing Occuring Wednesdays Oct. 5 - 26, 7:15 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.

Price: $20



oct 6Social Etiquette Occuring Thursdays from Oct. 6 - 27, 7:15 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Price: $20



oct 7Everything You Ever Wanted to Know about teaching Students on the Autism Spectrum but May Have been Afraid to Ask (for paraprofessionals)Price: $60, advanced registration required

Contact: Call 317-844-9961

Location: Carmel Educational Services Center

Karaoke Nighttime: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Price: $6



oct 8Down Syndrome Indiana 14th Annual buddy Walk!time: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Price: Free

Contact: Rachel Wood at [email protected] or 317-925-7617

Location: Celebration Plaza at White River State Park, Indianapolis

roadmap to Special Education: Laws and Processtime: 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Price: $40 family members/ $75 professionals

Contact: Visit www.aboutspecialkids.org

Location: Indiana State University, Hulman Memorial Student Union, Terre Haute

oct 12Autism Family resource Center Grandparents’ Support Group time: 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Price: Free

Contact: Diane Quillico at 317-882-1914 or Linda Knoderer at 765-438-4792

Location: Easter Seals Crossroads, Indianapolis

oct 13Puberty: Let’s talk About Ittime: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Price: Free

Contact: Visit www.iidc.indiana.edu/irca or email Belinda Davis at [email protected]

Location: St. Mary’s Medical Center, Evansville

oct 14Fall Festivaltime: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Price: $5 per family

Contact: Amanda Cooper at [email protected]

Location: Kelsay Farms, Whiteland

Fantastic Fridays time: 6 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Price: $12



oct 15Parents‘ Night Out time: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Price: $20



brain balance Indianapolis Open Housetime: noon - 2 p.m.

Price: Free

Contact: 317-843-9200 or [email protected]

Location: Brain Balance Achievement Centers, Indianapolis

oct 17“I”ing for Communication - Using iPad, iPod and iPhone for Speech Language Pathologists time: 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Price: $45

Contact: Visit www.iidc.indiana.edu

Location: Hamilton Boone Madison Special Services Cooperative, Carmel

oct 19Autism Family resource Center Parents’ Support Grouptime: 5:30 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Price: Free

Contact: Erica O’Neil or Katy Messuri at 317-466-1000

Location: Easter Seals Crossroads, Indianapolis


resources [ childcare ] oct 21teen Night Outtime: 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Price: Free

Contact : Joelle Ogle at 317-466-2001 x2420

Location : Monon Community Center, Carmel

oct 28Listening and Spoken Language Conference presented by Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital St. Vincenttime: 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Price: $30 - $50

Contact : Naomi Horton at 317-828-0211 or visit www.hearindiana.org/lslconfLocation : Fountains Conference Center, Carmel

oct 29Masquerade balltime: 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Price: $10

Contact : Brooke Taflinger at 317-573-5245 or [email protected]

Location : Monon Community Center, Carmel

ongoing eventsCuenta ConmigoOccurng the 1st Wednesday of every month, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Price: Free

Contact : Firany Briceno at firany@dsindiana@org or 317-931-9843

Location : Down Syndrome Indiana office, Indianapolis

Easter Seals Crossroads Parents’ Night Out (East)Occuring the 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Friday of every monthPrice: Free

Contact : Anna Marie at 317-466-2006

Location : Easter Seals Crossroads, Indianapolis

Easter Seals Crossroads Parents’ Night Out (South)Occuring the 1st Friday of every monthPrice: Free


Location : Indian Creek Christian Church, Indianapolis

Easter Seals Crossroads Parents’ Night Out (North)Occuring the 3rd Friday of every monthPrice: Free


Location : Trinity Wesleyan Church (Kids Kastle), Fishers

Easter Seals Crossroads Parents’ Night Out (West)Occuring the 4th Friday of every monthPrice: Free


Location : Speedway United Methodist Church, Speedway

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resources [ childcare ]special needs GUIDEAgape’ Therapeutic Riding Resources, Inc.

Agape offers children with special needs, their friends

and family a safe environment to celebrate birthdays or

any life accomplishment. Celebrate events by riding

horses under certified instructor supervision in a heated,

indoor arena or on wooded trails. Children also create

horse related crafts to take home. Various packages are

available. 24950 Mt. Pleasant Road, Cicero, IN 46034,

Contact: Debbie Laird, Executive Director, Phone:

317-773-RIDE (7433), Email: [email protected],

www.agaperiding.org

Applied Behavior Center for Autism

To provide the highest quality ABA and Verbal Behavior

therapy and consulting services to children and their

families affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders and

Down Syndrome. We do this by providing proven

researched based ABA methodologies delivered by highly

qualified and certified professionals. Our programs focus

on increasing language skills, social skills, academic

skills, and reducing problematic behavior. 450 S. State

Road 135, Greenwood, IN 46142, Contact: Jane Grimes,

Phone: 317-889-KIDS, Email: jane@

appliedbehaviorcenter.org, www.appliedbehaviorcenter.org

Applied Behavior Center for AutismThe mission of the Applied Behavior Center for Autism is

to provide high quality ABA and Verbal Behavior therapy

and consulting services to children and their families

affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders by using

researched based ABA methodology delivered by highly

qualified and certified professionals to increase language

skills, social skills, academic skills, and reduce

problematic behavior. 7901 E. 88th Street, Indianapolis, IN

46256, Contact: Jane Grimes, Phone: 317-849-5437, ext

112, Email: [email protected],

www.appliedbehaviorcenter.org Applied Behavior Center for Autism

The mission of the Applied Behavior Center for Autism is

to provide high quality ABA and Verbal Behavior therapy

and consulting services to children and their families

affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders by using

researched based ABA methodology delivered by highly

qualified and certified professionals to increase language

skills, social skills, academic skills, and reduce

problematic behavior. 6865 Parkdale Place, Indianapolis,

IN 46254, Contact: Jane Grimes, Phone: 317-849-5437,

ext 112, Email: [email protected],

www.appliedbehaviorcenter.org

Autism ConsultationIndividually designed behavior and academic support and

intervention strategies for families and children dealing

with Autism Spectrum Disorders. With 35+ years

experience in special education in public schools I am

comfortable attending IEP meetings to advocate for the

family and child. Introductory meeting at no charge.

Providing service to central Indiana, Contact: Mika Adams,

Phone: 866-968-3698, Email: [email protected],

www.autismconsultation.net

Autism Society of IndianaWe strive to improve the lives of everyone affected by

autism in Indiana. We provide information and support,

referral to resources, policy and educational advocacy,

training, awareness, family programs, Spanish-speaking

support group, summer camp programs, and oversight on

the Indiana Comprehensive Plan of Lifetime Supports for

Individuals with Autism 13295 Illinois Street, Suite 110,

Carmel, IN 46032, Contact: Dana Renay, Phone:

800-609-8449, Email: [email protected],

www.inautism.org.

Behavior Analysis Center for AutismThe Behavior Analysis Center (BACA) was established by

Dr. Carl Sundberg and a group of highly trained Behavior

Analysts who have worked with Dr. Sundberg for years.

BACA uses Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to teach

language, social, academic, and life skills to children with

autism and other related disabilities. 11902 Lakeside Dr.,

Fishers, IN 46038, Contact: Devon Sundberg, Phone:

317-288-5232, Email: [email protected],

www.thebaca.com

Brain Balance Achievement Center Indianapolis

Brain Balance Achievement Centers work with children

who suffer from Developmental Disorders such as Autism

Spectrum , Asperger’s, ADD/ADHD, Dyslexia, Tourette’s

and other neurological disorders. The Brain Balance

Program is unique in that it utilizes a comprehensive,

multi-faceted approach designed specifically to address

the various difficulties exhibited or experienced by each

child. 9510 N. Meridian St. Suite D, Indianapolis, IN 46260,

Contact: Julie Peterson, Phone: 317-843-9200, Email:

[email protected],

www.BrainBalanceIndy.com

Cornerstone Autism CenterCornerstone Autism Center is an intensive day treatment

clinic dedicated to maximizing the potential of children

with autism. Utilizing the science-based approach of

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), trained therapists work

1:1 with the children to improve language skills, address

their academic and social needs and reduce any

maladaptive behavior. 360 Polk Street, Greenwood, IN

46143, Contact: David Ide, Executive Director, Phone: (317)

888-1557, www.cornerstoneautismcenter.com

Hopebridge-Pediatric SpecialistsHopebridge-Pediatric Specialists is an Occupational,

Speech, Physical and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA)

therapy provider servicing Indianapolis and the

surrounding areas. Hopebridge-Pediatric Specialists offers

both in-clinic and in-home therapy for children diagnosed

with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other special needs.

Locations in Kokomo, Lafayette, Marion and Fort Wayne,

Contact: Kim Strunk, Phone: 855-324-0885, Email:

[email protected], www.hopebridge.com

Little Star CenterLittle Star is a structured, sensory-friendly place where

children with autism receive intense, individualized

one-on-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, 12726

Hamilton Crossing Blvd, Carmel, IN 46032, Contact: Mary

Rosswurm, Executive Director, Phone: 317-249-2242, Email:

[email protected], www.littlestarcenter.org

Lovaas InstituteThe Lovaas Institute provides ABA therapy in the home,

a young child s primary place for learning. Dr. Lovaas

work spans over forty years and was called the most

rigorously controlled research for children with autism

published to date (Rogers & Vismara, 2008). We are

committed to continuing his legacy of high quality

services and unparalleled support to families. Serving

Indianapolis, Contact: Vincent LaMarca, Phone: (317)

508-5430, Email: [email protected], www.lovaas.com

Meaningful Day Services, Inc.Meaningful Day Services provides individualized

services for children with special needs. Some of our

services include Applied Behavior Analysis, Behavior

Management and First Steps which is home and facility

based. Our services include assessments, program

development and training for parents and caregivers.

We accept Medicaid Waiver, private insurances and

private pay. 640 Patrick’s Place, Suite B, Brownsburg, IN

46112, Contact: Kim or Joanna, Office Support, Phone:

317.858.8630, Fax: 317.858.8715, Email:

[email protected],

www.meaningfuldays.com

Special Smiles Pediatric DentistryDr. Satterfield-Siegel is a Board Certified Pediatric

Dentist specializing in providing dental care for

infants, children and patients that have special needs.

We provide routine dental care, fillings, in office

sedations and hospital dentistry for all of our patients.

We build long-lasting relationships with our families

through active listening and understanding. New

patients are welcomed! 10801 N Michigan Rd Suite

210, Carmel, IN 46077, Contact: Jennifer Satterfield-

Siegel, D.D.S., Phone: (317) 873 3448, Email: info@

specialsmilesdentistry.com, www.specialsmilesdentistry.com

The Arc of IndianaThe Arc of Indiana, established in 1956 by parents of

children with developmental disabilities, works every

day to empower families with information and

resources, empower people with disabilities to be as

independent as possible, and inspire positive change

in public policy and public attitudes. Contact us. We’re

here to help! 107 N. Pennsylvania St., Suite 800,

Indianapolis, IN 46204, Phone: 317-977-2375 or

800-382-9100, Email: [email protected]

The Arc of Indiana Master TrustThe Arc of Indiana Master Trust helps families who

have a child with a disability provide for their child’s

financial future through a Special Needs Trust; and

helps people with disabilities create their own trust.

Regardless of your age, or your child’s age or disability,

planning for the future is important. Contact us. We’re

here to help! 107 N. Pennsylvania St., Suite 800,

Indianapolis, IN 46204, Contact: Melissa Justice, Trust

Director, Phone: 317-977-2375 or 800-382-9100, Email:

[email protected], www.thearctrust.org

Toddlers Choice IncCelebrating 14 years, Toddler’s Choice is a First Steps

pediatric therapy agency dedicated to serving the

developmental needs of children with special needs.

Our therapists range in experience from 2-35 years and

offer the newest treatment strategies in addition to the

advantage of many years of knowledge in pediatric

therapy. 8117 Center Run Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46250,

Contact: Heidi Miller, Phone: 317-570-9205, Fax:

317-570-9206, Email: TODDLERSCHOICE@EARTHLINK.

NET., www.toddlers-choice.com

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special needs [ special needs awareness ]

Carrie bishop

Sometimes a good, hard workout is all it takes to turn a day around. The mental clarity a spin class, game of pick-up basketball, or simple walk around the block can bring to an individual is priceless and sometimes is the only real way to find life’s center. That goes for typical folks and those with special needs, too. Nothing can beat physical activity.

“I think physical fitness is probably even more important for kids with special needs,” said Brooke Taflinger, inclusion supervisor with Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation.

That’s because she has seen physical activity improve kids’ social skills, physical health and strength, and confidence. In her estimation physical activity helps make a person more well-rounded and is an important element to a quality life.

It’s hard to deny that kids with special needs, like their typical peers, need physical activity. Following are a few ways to kick fitness to the top of your child’s priority list.

Value physical fitness and the benefits it brings your child.Whether the child takes medications that cause weight gain, or coordination eludes him or her due to sensory input problems, or any host of issues, physical activity can improve health and self esteem when done in a supportive atmosphere. Also, the social opportunities that come with group fitness activities cannot be underestimated.

“In general, any physical activity is going to improve muscle strength, coordination, balance. When all those things improve and they see themselves able to do things then that just boosts their confidence and overall happiness. The looks on their faces when they do something the first time is priceless,” said Beth Schweigel, outreach coordinator for Hamilton County Special Olympics and tae kwon do instructor for kids with special needs.

Keep exercise fun for your child.Taflinger said fitness shouldn’t be a chore. It should be something that’s

fun. She advises parents to find out what the child’s interests are and make them part of the child’s routine. “It could be dancing, basketball, bike riding. Fitness doesn’t mean the child has to go into a fitness center and lift weights or run. If it’s fun they won’t know they are being physically active, they’re just having fun,” she said.

Find schools that value physical education.Sadly many schools have had to put physical education on the back burner, but some are prioritizing physical education and incorporating fitness into students’ daily routines. The Independence Academy of Indiana is one example.

Kids at The Independence Academy, which is a private school for kids with high-functioning autism or Asperger Syndrome, are fortunate that physical activity is just part of their day. They get breaks from morning classes to walk the school grounds to stimulate their creative juices and to develop the habit of exercise. They also have time after

Finding Fitness for Kids with Special Needs Incorporating activity into your child’s daily life

Local Fitness Outlets for Kids with Special Needs

boys and Girls Club www.bgcindy.org

Carmel Clay Parks and recreation www.carmelclayparks.

com/?action=programs_specialneeds

Carmel Dads Club www.carmeldadsclub.org

Challenger baseball www.littleleague.org/learn/about/

divisions/challenger.htm

Cornerstone Pediatric rehabilitation www. cornerstonepediatricrehab.com/

the Independence Academy www.iaindiana.org

Power Kid at DeVeau’s School of Gymnastics

www.deveaus.com/menu/Power-Kids-With-Brian-Jones.html

Special Olympics www.soindiana.org

tOPSoccer www.soccerindiana.org/programs/

topsoccer.aspx

YMCA www.indymca.org

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lunch every day to go outside and participate in a physical activity of their choosing. Staff is on site to help get the kids to try new activities.

“They are getting the exercise we know all kids need and don’t get enough of today,” said Susan Le Vay, director and co-founder of the school. She said that oftentimes these students go home and don’t feel like part of the neighborhood kids. They get that sense of community here by going out after lunch playing soccer, bocce ball and other sports.

The school has gone so far as to integrate a recumbent bike, stair stepper and yoga mats into its sensory break areas. Kids can also elect to participate in a healthy challenge each winter that encourages them to exercise in different ways to keep their physical activity up despite cold weather. Last spring the school celebrated the end of the challenge with a smoothie party.

Explore area activities.Kids with special needs have terrific options for getting fit in the Indianapolis area.

Schweigel, who has a son with autism,

points families to the Special Olympics as a good starting point.

She said her experience with the organization was so wonderful that she now works for them. She praises it for giving her son many opportunities to participate in things at his ability level. It helped build his social skills by giving him new friends and her family a network of people with whom to socialize. Plus it’s all free, even the equipment.

“The commitment is very optional. You don’t have to go to every practice to participate in every game. The more you practice the better you are going to be, but it’s all very flexible. If you sign up and try it but it is not working then you don’t have to go any more and you’re not out any money,” said Schweigel.

Of course Special Olympics is not the only game in town. Community organizations like Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation offer various sports and fitness activities year round for kids and adults with special needs.

Power Kid is another program touted by many in town. Operating out of DeVeau’s School of Gymnastics gym in Fishers, Power Kids works with kids ages 3 through high school who have special needs. Brian Jones, the coach and founder of Power Kids, describes it as a gymnastics-based program with social components. Lesson plans are highly modified to each student.

Of course, these are just a handful of fitness outlets for kids with special needs. The list is long, but a few others worth checking into include Carmel Dads Club, YMCA, Boys and Girls Club, Challenger Baseball, Cornerstone Pediatric Rehabilitation, and TOPSoccer.

Lead by example.“Kids learn so much from their parents. It’s important for parents to live active lifestyles so their child can mimic that,” said Taflinger.

And a little exercise never hurt mom or dad either.

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Evaluating a Young Child’s Writing SkillsMy fourth-grader’s writing is very sloppy, and she misspells a lot of words. On top of this, her sentences are only three or four words long. If I

ask her to write a sentence, she finds it very difficult to put words together. Is she displaying age-level behavior with her writing skills? —Anxious

Your daughter’s writing skills should be

judged on the basis of what is expected of students at the end of third grade. Her handwriting at that time would be considered legible if she has correct spacing between letters in a word and words in a sentence.

As far as spelling goes, by the end of third grade, most schools would expect students to at least spell one-syllable words correctly. She also should be able to correctly spell the words that were on last year’s spelling tests.

Your daughter also should be able to capitalize the first word in a sentence and use appropriate end punctuation of simple sentences. She should be able to vary the length of her sentences.

Parents often evaluate the skill level of their children by using adult standards. Talk to your child’s teacher to find out if your child’s writing meets the school’s expectations for her grade level. You also will find it helpful to look at the writing of other students in the class. If your

daughter’s work is not up to grade level, this is the time to discuss how it can be improved.

Parents who are concerned about their young children’s writing skills in preschool through grade 3 can get a good idea of how they are doing by going online to www.readingrockets.org/looking_at_writing and seeing samples of real children’s writing at these levels. There are also comments about what each child needs to learn to do next.

Handling behavior Problems of a Second Grader

Our second-grader has been in school for

almost a month now, and he has behavior problems. He is unable to stay in his seat. If he happens to be in his seat, he is always talking. The teacher says he never stops. I am running out of ideas on how to discipline him when he gets home at night. —Tired

You can discipline him when he gets home, but it is too late to do much good. Do go to his school and observe his behavior, and see

if you have any suggestions for the teacher.

This teacher needs to become pro-active. The school’s behavior specialist or a mentor should come and observe your son in class. Then a behavior intervention plan can be developed to improve his behavior. If this doesn’t work after a few weeks, he may need to be tested to see if there is some underlying reason for his behavior.

Parents often evaluate the skill level of their children by using adult standards.

parenting [ dear teacher ]

Dear teacher Your Questions of Teachers—Answered


Dear teacher Your Questions of Teachers—Answered

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SCHooLS & EDuCATIonCARMELCarmel Montessori Schools, Inc.

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 13 years

head-teaching experience. We offer a beautiful, peaceful

and positive Montessori learning environment. Extended

days available. 1402 W. Main St., Carmel, IN 46032,

Contact: Emily & Scott Rudicel, 317-580-0699, info@

carmelmontessori.com, www.carmelmontessori.com

Clay MontessoriA Montessori school offering morning, afternoon, and

full-day programs. Available for ages 3-6 years old. Call

for more information. (Affiliated with Fisher’s

Montessori) 463 East Main St., Carmel, IN 46032,

Contact: Peggy White, 317-849-9519 or 317-580-1850

Indiana Montessori AcademyGiving your child a Montessori education is a gift your

child will embrace in the classroom and for years to

come. The Montessori classroom, following your child’s

lead, naturally allows him the unique opportunity to

develop and achieve many life skills: concentration,

logical thinking, a love of learning, social, academic and

emotional development. Through his experience and

education, the child is creating our future. The Village of

West Clay, 12760 Horseferry Road, Suite 100, Carmel, IN

46032 Contact: Kris Spence, Founder/Directress

317-840-8610 [email protected]

www.IndianaMontessoriAcademy.org

Maria Montessori - Spanish Immersion Academy

Maria Montessori Spanish Emmersion Academy

offers a 2 day halfdays or 3 day half days price at

$250 to $295 per month for Toddlers to

Kindergarten program. The program is located

inside of Holy Trinity Greek Chruch from 9 to noon.

This program is 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 (Spanish all day).

Discover the Difference at the Maria Montessori!

Now accepting applications for all ages toddlers,

Pre-K and Kindergarten. 3500 106th intersecting

Shelborne, Carmel, 46032, Phone: 317-852-3900,

Email: mariamontessori-intl.org,

www.mariamontessori-intl.org

The Montessori Learning CenterThe Montessori Learning Center offers a Montessori

elementary program for grades 1-5. We focus 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. 1402 W. Main

St., Carmel, IN 46032, Contact: Elizabeth Williams,

317-846-8182, elizabeth@

themontessorilearningcenter.com, ,www.themontessorilearningcenter.com

Shaarey Tefilla PreschoolAt Shaarey Tefilla Preschool, children from three to

four years old learn new skills, develop confidence

and make new friends in a safe and loving

environment. Fun-filled and diverse activities keep

your children happy. Our program, with low child/

teacher ratios is designed to meet the needs of

each developmental level. 3085 W 116th Street,

Carmel, IN 46032, Contact: Rebecca Holloway,

Phone: 317-733-2160, Email: billnbecca@gmail.

com, www.shaareytefilla.org

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FISHERSFall Creek Montessori Academy

Fall Creek Montessori Academy is a culturally diverse

environment where children grow and develop their

unique talents and gifts. Through child-centered

learning, children excel physically, academically and

emotionally.

Conveniently located one mile east of I-69 on 96th

St. FCMA serves children at all levels. Programs are

available two to five days per week. 8888 Fitness Ln,

Fishers, IN 46037, Contact: Diana Brugh, (317)

436-8606, [email protected], www.fallcreekmontessori.com

Fishers MontessoriA quality learning environment offering preschool,

kindergarten and elementary. Certification through

American Montessori Society. 12806 Ford Rd and

131st and Allisonville Rd., Fishers, IN 46038, Contact:

Peggy White, 317-849-9519 or 317-580-1850

INDIANAPOLIS - CENTRALTodd Academy, Inc.

Todd Academy serves gifted middle and high school

students who are seeking a learning challenge.

Classes are designed to be fun while motivating the

student to stretch academically. Working with the

IUPUI SPAN program allows students to take college

classes when they are ready for more challenging

educational opportunities. 855 N. East Street,

Indianapolis, IN 46202, Contact: Sharon Todd,

317-636-3100,Fax: 317-636-3103, admissions@

toddacademy.com, www.toddacademy.com

INDIANAPOLIS - NORTHArthur M. Glick JCC

Our loving caregivers and teachers demonstrate by

example and encourage children to behave according

to these values as the children are learning, playing

and socializing with one another. The JCC embraces a

learning-through-play teaching method to engage

children in activities that promote creativity,

accelerate learning and stimulate social interaction,

all at each child’s individual pace. 6701 Hoover Road,

Indianapolis, IN 46260, 317-251-9467, emills@

JCCindy.org, www.JCCindy.org

Beth-El Zedeck Early Childhood Center

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Ages 12 months old+ through

full day Kindergarten! Choice of days/hours! 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! 600 W. 70th St., Indianapolis,

IN 46260, Contact: Joanie Waldman, 317-259-6854,

[email protected]

Children’s Day In nursery School and Traditional Preschool

The Children’s Day In traditional preschool and nursery

school program provides a fully inclusive early

childhood program with an emphasis on Christian

values in a play based setting. It is designed to offer

children ages 9 months to 5 years a positive and

developmentally appropriate experience in the care of

experienced teachers and caregivers. We play and

learn! Classes are offered weekdays from 9 am to

2:30 pm. Children may attend up to 3 days a week.

5500 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46208, Contact:

Christy Whaley, 317-253-0472, cwhaley@

meridianstreet.org, www.meridianstreet.org

Children’s Circle Preschool at Second Presbyterian Church

Children’s Circle Preschool is a developmentally

appropriate, activity based, Christian preschool. We

meet the needs of the whole child in a creative and

loving environment. Our experienced staff embraces

excellence in education by nurturing the whole

child- physically, emotionally, spiritually, and

intellectually. Please call for more information or to set

up a tour. 7700 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46260,

Contact: Cara Paul, Director, 317-252-5517, cpaul@

secondchurch.org, www.childrenscircle.org

Early Childhood Center, The Church at the Crossing

Our Mothers Day Out (12-35 mos) and Preschool (3

yrs-PreK’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 child care ministry, The Neighborhood

designed for 2-PreK. 9111 N. Haverstick Rd.,

Indianapolis, IN 46240, Contact: John Drake or Kelly

Belt, 317-575-6508, Fax: 317-575-6509, jdrake@

golove.org or [email protected]

Fairview Early Childhood ProgramFairview ECP has a developmental, expereinced

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. Fairview is Accredited by

NECPA. Come and visit us! 4609 N. Capital Ave.,

Indianapolis, IN 46208, Contact: Melissa Peterson,

317-253-4990, [email protected]

Montessori CentresStressing peace and respect for all, we’ve worked with

children to develop critical-thinking and time-

management skills since 1966. Montessori-certified lead

teachers serve children aged 3-3rd grade. Our classroom

structure and materials allow children to be self-directed

and self-paced. Our well-rounded curriculum includes

French and Spanish, art, and computer labs.563

Westfield Blvd. W. Dr., Indianapolis, IN 46208, Contact:

Lynn Boone, Director, Phone: 317-257-2224, Fax:

317-254-3034, Email: [email protected]

The orchard SchoolThe Orchard School, an independent, non-sectarian,

progressive school, emphasized experiential learning.

Orchard teachers engage the natural curiosity of

children, develop academic excellence, and provide

leadership experience through well-rounded education.

Orchard’s diverse community and commitment to

multicultural education inspires responsible, global

citizenship. Founded in 1922. NAIS, ISACS, NAEYS

accredited. 615 W. 64th St., Indianapolis, IN 46260,

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Contact: Kristen Hein, Director of Admissions, Phone:

317-713-5705, Fax: 317-254-8454, Email: khein@

orchard.org, www.orchard.org

Park Tudor SchoolPark 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. 7200 N. College Ave., Indianapolis,

IN 46240, Contact: David Amstutz, 317-415-2777,

[email protected], www.parktudor.org

St. Richard’s SchoolIndependent Episcopal day school offering a diverse

community filled 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. 33 E.

33rd Street, Indianapolis, IN 46205, Contact: Melinda W.

Fisher, 317-926-0425 x134, Fax: 317-921-3367, mfisher@

strichardsschool.org, www.strichardsschool.org

Sycamore School

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, financial aid, and a wide variety of after

school activities are offered. 1750 W. 64th Street,

Indianapolis, IN 46260, Contact: Dr. Susan Karpicke,

Director of Admissions. 317-202-2500, Fax: 317-202-

2501,. [email protected],

sycamoreschool.org

Tina’s Daycare Inc.We are a home-based Daycare Center with a Pre-School

Curriculum for ages 3 to 5. We care for infants through

school age children. The Director has 20 years of

Childcare experience and an Early Childhood Education

Degree. We have a low child to teacher ratio and are

conveniently located on NE side of Indy. 3109 E. 48th St.,

Indianapolis, IN 46205, Contact: Tina Lempurer, Phone:

317-504-6009, Email: [email protected], www.tinasdaycare.blogspot.com

INDIANAPOLIS - NORTHEASTCompassionate Angels Child Care Ministry

We are a family ran business. We have over 30 years of

experience. We accept children ages 6 weeks to 12 years

and provide before and after school care. We are a

Christian based ministry, using the bible and God’s word

to teach morals and values. We teach through play and

creativity so the children learn, and have fun doing it.

We have a very strong educational program that

prepares your little one for first grade. From infancy

through Kindergarten we have proper age appropriate

curriculum and teaching. We are dedicated to the love,

education and safety of your child or children. 2626 Ruth

Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46240, Contact: Jody Teipen-

Holbrook, Phone: 317-205-9264, Fax: 317-205-9263,

Email: [email protected],

www.compassionate-angels.com

Heritage Christian SchoolEstablished in 1965, accredited through ACSI and NCA.

HCS is the choice in college preparatory discipleship

Christian education for 1,400 students each year grades

Prep K – 12. Advanced, Honors and AP classes. Full

Fine Arts and 2A IHSAA Athletics. HCS is training up the

next generation of Christian leaders through

challenging, Biblically taught curriculum including

internships and service to others. Bus transportation

available. Schedule a tour today! 6401 E. 75th Street,

Indianapolis, In 46250, Contact: Emily Iglendza, Director

of Enrollment Management, 317-849-3441, Admissions@

heritagechristian.net, www.heritagechristian.net

Tomorrows Child Daycare MinistryWe offer an excellent program for the academic as well

as spiritual development of each child. For over 25 yrs

we have given the children in our care a “home away

from home” atmosphere. We use the Abeka Christian

Curriculum, giving kids a great head start when they

enter school. From infants to Kindergarten, your child

can grow up with us! Check us out! You won’t be

disappointed. Great references, low ratios, great rates.

7920 E. 82nd St., Indianapolis, IN 46256, Contact: Mary

Copeland, Phone: 317-491-5000, E

mail: [email protected]

INDIANAPOLIS - NORTHWESTFunshine Children’s CenterFunshine Children’s Center provides individualized care and

educational programs to meet the needs of each child. Our

Creative Curriculum helps foster each child’s social,

physical, cognitive and language development. Our certified

teachers engage children in daily age-appropriate activities.

Please schedule a tour for more information. Paths to

QUALITY Level 3 Provider. 535 West 96th Street,

Indianapolis, IN 46268, Contact: Bree Loughman, (317)

872-7755, Fax: 317-872-6511, funshineforkids@sbcglobal.

net, www.funshineforkids.com

International School of IndianaAt the International School of Indiana, we share your

wish to prepare your children for the future we cannot

imagine, and to give them the foundation and attitude to

thrive in a changing world. An education that combines

internationally respected academic standards with a

truly international outlook. 4330 N. Michigan Road,

Indianapolis, IN 46208, Contact: Sarah Harrison or Kate

Lock, 923-1951 Ext. 369, [email protected],

www.isind.org

Maria Montessori International Academy

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! 7507 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis,

IN 46268, Phone: 317-291-5557, Email: mariamontessori-

intl.org, www.mariamontessori-intl.org

St. Luke’s Early Childhood ProgramsSt 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. 100 West 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260,

Contact: Bobbi Main-Jackson, Dir., 317-844-3399, mainb@

stlukesumc.com, www.stlukesumc.com

Traders Point Christian AcademyFully accredited by ACSI and AdvancEd, Traders Point

is a nondenominational Christian college prep school

serving 600 students age 18 months to 12th grade.

Offering Fine Arts, Spanish, Technology, Honors, AP

and dual-credit options within a Biblical viewpoint.

Interscholastic athletics in grade 2 - HS varsity.

Preparing students for high school and college, for a

world without borders, and for a life of significance.

Located at I-65 North/SR 334, Zionsville exit. Visit us

- for more information contact Mrs. Toni Kanzler,

[email protected], at 317-769-2450.www.tpcs.org

INDIANAPOLIS - SOUTHMontessori Garden Academy

Serving children ages one through twelve, MGA builds

children’s self confidence and nurtures their natural

curiosity. Children “learn by doing” to achieve a

sense of pride and independence, along with learning

to cooperate with each other and resolve their own

conflicts respectfully. Rather than a “cookie cutter”

approach, MGA’s caring teachers and individualized

attention enable each child to reach his or her highest

potential. 4141 S. East Street, Indianapolis, In 46227,

Contact: Kelly Sikora, Executive Director, 317-782-

9990, [email protected], www.montessorigardenacademy.org

MULTIPLE LOCATIONSIndiana Council of Preschool Cooperatives: ICPC

Indianapolis Area Preschool and Kindergarten

Cooperatives Preschools: great for your child, great for

you! Children and parents learn and grow together in

the classroom with caring, experienced teachers.

Multiple Locations in Indianapolis Area, ICPC Line:

317-767-7596

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

Contact: Kim Bemis, Phone: 317-867-3077, Email:

[email protected], www.musicalbeginnings.com

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Polly Panda Preschool and Bridgford Kindergarten

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 well-qualified and loving staff. 2944 E. 56th St., Indianapolis, IN 46220,

17645 Oakmont Dr., Noblesville, IN 46062, Contact: Gail Hacker & Tammy Clark & Kathryn Beck, Phone:

317-257-9127 (Indy) 317-773-0387 (Noblesville), Email: [email protected], www.pollypanda.com

NOBLESVILLEPrimrose School of noblesville

Primrose School of Noblesville distinguishes itself by creating a safe and nurturing environment where children

will take their first steps toward a lifetime of achievement. You will find certified, professional staff and many

programs such as spanish, technology, music and physical fitness that will consistently challenge your child.

15707 North Point Blvd., Noblesville, IN 46060, Contact: Jackie Bell, 317-773-4900, Fax: 317-773-4433, jbell@

primrosenoblesville.com

WESTFIELDMontessori School of Westfield, Inc.

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. The Montessori School of Westfield serves children

from Indianapolis, Fishers, Carmel, Zionsville, Westfield, Sheridan, Noblesville, Cicero and Tipton. We serve

children ages 18 months to 15 years, and we are adding a new Toddler room for the 2011-2012 year. 800 E.

Sycamore Street, Westfield, IN 46074, Contact: Mary Lyman, Directress, 317-867-0158, montessoriwestfield@gmail.

com, www.montessorischoolofwestfield.com

ZIONSVILLEMaria Montessori International Academy

Maria Montessori International Academy offers the only infant and toddler program in addition to elementary (1st

to 6th grade) in the Greater Carmel/Zionsville area. The 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 chess, math, language, music, art, practical life, science, geography, and foreign language

Spanish and Manderin). 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. 4370 Weston Pointe Dr., Zionsville/Carmel, IN 46077, Phone: 317-769-2220, Email:

mariamontessori-intl.org, www.mariamontessori-intl.org

CHILDCAREA Little Angel’s Child Care

The best kept secret on the North side. A Christian learning environment designed for today’s family. We have a

very diverse student population and we strive to satisfy all children’s needs. We offer a well rounded program

stressing learning through directed play. We emphasize the traditional core values of ‘Reading, Writing, Arithmetic

and Respect.’ Conveniently located in New Octobera 7434 Michigan Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268, Contact: Alice

Glenn-Artis, 317-872-8080, Fax: 317-291-6880, [email protected]

Wee Folk ChildcareQuality 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.

Meridian Kessler Neighborhood, 317-926-3640

Your Listing Here!Contact Jennica at [email protected]

FALL FUNin Indy

Festivals, local attractions and more


ALL hAS ARRIVEd, which means it’s time to bring out the sweater and jeans wardrobes from your closets. But with the cooler weather

also comes many great opportunities to get out and about as you enjoy the Circle City’s many fall fun activities.

Annie Cosgrove, a local 29-year-old mother, said October marks an annual family tradition in her home.

“Going to Stonycreek Farm has always been a favorite fall tradition for our family. My parents took me when I was little, and now I love continuing the tradition with my husband and our daughter,” she said.

If you are looking for ideas, we have put together just a few of many options for you and your family to partake in this fall.

Take a bite out of the Halloween season with The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis’ 48th annual haunted house, Vampire Vacation. In addition to the

haunted house, the museum is also thrilled to be hosting a new exhibit, the first of its kind for the facility.

“The FROGS exhibit is new for us in that we don’t often host live animals at the museum – but we are very excited to do so with this exhibit,” said Jaclyn Falkenstein, public relations coordinator, for The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.

No matter which part of town you live in, there is no shortage of places for you to take your little ghosts and goblins.

danville Beasley’s Orchard and GardensBeasley’s Orchard and Gardens offers hayrides, apple tours, a corn maze and a pumpkin tour for the whole family to enjoy.

Admission: Varies on activity.

When: Open daily October 1 to 30. Mondays through Saturdays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sundays Noon to 6 p.m.

FortvillePiney Acres FarmPiney Acres Farm offers the kids a chance to pick the perfect pumpkin, make their way through a corn maze and even do some gem mining.

Admission: Free, fees for activities

When: Open October through November 1, Mondays through Thursdays 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.; Fridays 3 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sundays Noon to 9 p.m.

IndianapolisThe Children’s Museum of IndianapolisTake a trip to The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis for the Children’s Museum Guild’s 48th Annual Haunted House, Vampire Vacation. Frightening and friendly hours are offered.

Admission: $6.50 at door, $5.50 at Marsh; kids under age 2 are free

When: October 15 through 31, see museum’s Web site www.childrensmuseum.org for frightening and friendly hours.

Additionally, enjoy a Friendly Feast with the Witches, a lunch or dinner “boo-ffet” including a performance and ticket for a friendly-hours tour of the haunted house.

Admission: Tickets $15 per person, kids under age 2 are free. Advanced purchase required.

When: October 20 through 30

Germanfest at the AthenaeumCelebrate the 3rd Annual Original and Fabulous Germanfest at the Anthenaeum.

This indoor/outdoor family festival celebrates all things German, with wiener dog races, food and beverages, live entertainment, kids activities and more.

Admission: $5 in advance, kids age 12 and under free. Tickets $10 at the door day of event.

When: Saturday, October 8 at Noon to 6 p.m.

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Indianapolis ZooDress up the little goblins and head to the Indianapolis Zoo for the annual Halloween ZooBoo. The kids can enjoy the animals, a bounce house, haunted train ride and safe trick-or-treating.

Admission: Free for members, included with regular Zoo admission.

When: 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. every Friday, Saturday and Sunday in October beginning October 14.

Conner PrairieVisit The Apple Store at Conner Prairie and stop in for cider slushies, caramel dipped apples, donuts, pies and other tasty fall treats. The ladies of the Conner Prairie Alliance, who run the Apple Store, dipped 19,374 caramel apples last season. The goal this year: 20,000 apples.

Admission: $14 adults, $13 seniors 65+, $9 youth age 2-12. Free for members and youth under age 2.

When: Open until October 30. Tuesdays through Sundays 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Noblesville Stonycreek FarmScour the acres at Stonycreek Farm in Noblesville to find a gorgeous gorge. When you’re done in the pumpkin patch, hang around to enjoy the pony and zip-line rides, giant jumping pillow and candle making.

Admission: Free. Parking $5, fees for activities

When: Open daily 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. through the month of October.

WhitelandKelsay FarmsLet the kiddos explore the 5-acre corn maze, take a ride on the Moo Choo Express, throw a strike at pumpkin bowling and meet the baby calves.

Admission: $8 per person, kids age 1 and under are free. Price includes all farm activities.

When: Open October 1 to 30; Fridays 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.; Saturdays Noon to 10 p.m.; Sundays Noon to 6 p.m.

ZionsvilleTraders Point CreameryThe 5th annual Oktoberfest is back at Traders Point Creamery. Enjoy hayrides, bonfires, cow milking demonstrations and pick up some organic dishes and specialty beers and wines.

Admission: Free

When: October 8, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

The Country MarketJust five miles north of Zionsville is The Country Market where you’ll find the annual Pumpkinfest. Spend hours decorating pumpkins, listening to live music or even taking a ride down the new 90-foot slide.

Admission: $9 for adults, $8 for kids age 3-12, kids age 2 and under are free.

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Halloween is fast approaching, which means the time has come to start thinking about costumes! But this year’s costumes don’t need to be expensive, uncreative or store-bought horrors. It is easy to find affordable costume ideas for your little one that are quick, affordable and even homemade.

So grab your scissors, fabric and glue — it only takes a little creativity to transform everyday household items into fun Halloween disguises. From simple no-sew tutus to sweet little lamb leotards, find the perfect homemade costume for your little trick-or-treater with our ideas.

Teresa Lucas, mother of 5-year-old Landon of Plainfield, Ind., knows the struggles of finding that perfect costume.

“I always look for creative new ideas, but he always feels very passionately about the person/character he wants to be each year,” she said. “One of my favorite places to find ideas is www.familyfun.go.com.”

“Listen to what your child has in mind and help them narrow it down. Always assure them there’s always next year if they have trouble deciding.”

DO-It-YOUrSELF COStUME IDEAS

rango:Have a boy itching for a dose of the southwest? Try a cowboy costume from the movie “Rango” complete with a shirt, vest, pants, attached tail, belt, hat, mask and bandana.

Try Rango’s Hawaiian chameleon look with a green bodysuit, spray paint, face paint, glitter, two ping pong balls

for eyes, shower cap for head, and a pink or red paper party favor blower for a tongue. Then, simply throw on a red Hawaiian shirt and voila!

Gnome:For the little ones who are still pint-sized, consider a bearded gnome from the movie “Gnomeo and Juliet.” To throw together the look, grab some leggings, wide belt, blue shirt, red felt, an elastic cord and fake fur for the beard and hat.

“Blizzard fleece and felt are easy to work with and they don’t require finishing,” said Donna, assistant manager at the Washington Square Jo-Ann Fabrics & Crafts store. “Another alternative to sewing is to use fabric glue,” she said. “I would give it about 24 hours to dry.”

Do-It-yourself Halloween Costumes Making unique and inexpensive costumes at home

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What is your child being for Halloween this year?

Creative homemade costumes. The costumes are getting way too expensive anymore

especially for 3 preteen kids. -Laura R.

A mailman! He is autistic and usually won’t wear costumes. Last year he was Mr. Potato Head…well,

he was SUPPOSED to be. But he cried for over an hour once we put his costume on so he ended up

going trick or treating in plain clothes. -Jennifer B.

Most likely she is going to be Tinkerbell. She LOVES her and asked for a Tinkerbell dress for her birthday in July,

so I made her a tutu and bought her wings to match. -Bobbi C.

Toy Story characters! My 7-year-old will be Jessie, 4-year-old Buzz, 2-year-old Woody and my

1-year-old will be an Alien. -Jeff S.

Wizard of Oz characters. Dorothy and Glinda, complete with our dog as Toto.

-Alice D.

My 3-year-old and 6-year-old enjoy dressing alike when it comes to costumes. They both want to be pirates this year!

-Charity H.

My 12-month-old son will be a monkey and my 4-year-old daughter will be a dinosaur, again. She

loves dinosaurs! -Anna C.

I am making an Angry Bird costume for my 5-month-old daughter...she won’t go trick or

treating, but I think it will be adorable just to have her by the door in the costume!

-Lindsey D.

We’ve been looking through Goodwill for my 12-year-old daughter’s costume. My 5-year-old

son will be Wolverine, and my 7-year-old daughter might be Cleopatra.

-Annetta G.

My 2-year-old will be wearing the ladybug costume from Carter’s. I even found a

matching ladybug treat bag. -Adisalem C.


Weather Person:Requiring less than a half-hour of time, this weatherproof wonder is put together by grabbing some rain boots, a rain jacket and an umbrella. Snazz things up by adding colorful paper cut-outs of lightning bolts and clouds. Hung by clear fishing line, this creation will keep your child dry rain or shine.

butterfly:Unleash your creativity with a pair of fluttering wings from bendable steel wire and spare panty hose. Adorn with plastic gems and your little beauty will stand out among a crowd of trick-or-treaters. Check out www.diynetwork.com for a butterfly wing tutorial.

Little Lamb:From the floppy ears to the snuggly fleece, a little lamb costume is perfect for a chilly night. Pair a black leotard or sweats with a cotton hat and felt ears. Attach wool batting as their “fleece” with simple fabric glue and let it dry overnight. Add some child-safe face paint and the look is complete. See the cute design at www.marthastewart.com/halloween-index.

No-Sew tutu:Dreams really do come true. Create a fairy, pixie or ballerina costume with this tutu. Start with enough elastic to wrap around her waist, and then subtract two inches. Overlap the ends about an inch on each end and sew together. Cut the tulle fabric about 16 inches in length. The number of strips will vary depending on the fullness desired. Fold the tulle in half and tie onto the elastic. Glue on ribbon over the elastic and then tie a bow. Now grab a leotard and leggings and get to dancing.

We hope this gave you some ideas to try out this year, or perhaps it sparked your inner creativity. Best of luck this year with costume designs, and a Happy Halloween!

MOrE FALL FUN!For information on

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PLACE ADDRESS WEBSITE DATES / HOURS

ANDERSON ORCHARD 369 East Greencastle Road, Mooresville www.andersonorchards.com Open Daily Oct. 1 - 31

ANDERSON ORCHARD PLEASANT VIEW 10721 N. 850 West, Fairland www.andersonorchardpv.com Open 9am - 6pm Daily, Oct. 1 - 31

THE APPLE STORE AT CONNER PRAIRIE 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers www.connerprairie.org Tuesday - Sunday through Oct. 30

BEASLEY’S ORCHARD 2304 E. Main Street, Danville www.beasleys-orchard.com Orchard open Daily / Hayrides to

Pumpkin Patch Sat. - Sun. Oct. 1-30

THE CHILDREN’S MUSEUM HAUNTED HOUSE

3000 N. Meridian Street, Indianapolis www.childrensmuseum.org, Select Days, Oct. 15 - 31

THE COUNTRY MARKET PUMPKINFEST 5 miles North of Zionsville on SR 421 www.thepumpkinfest.com Sat.-Sun. Oct. 1-30

HEADLESS HORSEMAN AT CONNER PRAIRIE

13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers www.connerprairie.org Select Days Oct. 14-29

KELSAY FARMS 6848 N. County Road 250 E., Whiteland www.kelsayfarms.com Fri.-Sun. Oct. 1-30

PINEY ACRES FARM PUMPKIN PATCH 1115 E. 1000 North, Fortville www.pineyacresfarm.com Daily beginning Sept. 26

STONYCREEK FARM PUMPKIN HARVEST FESTIVAL

11366 State Road 38 E., Noblesville www.stonycreekfarm.net Open Daily through Oct. 31

STUCKEY FARM 19975 Hamilton Boone County Rd Sheridan www.stuckeyfarm.com Open for the Season

TRADER’S POINT CREAMERY 9101 Moore Road, Zionsville www.tpforganics.com Open Daily

WATERMAN’S MARKET FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL

7010 E. Raymond Street, Indianapolis and

1100 N. New State Road 37, Greenwoodwww.watermansfarmmarket.com Open daily through Oct. 31

ZOOBOO AT THE INDIANAPOLIS ZOO 1200 W. Washington Street, Indianapolis www.indyzoo.com Select Days Oct. 14 - 30


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calendar OCtObEr 2011

sat 01Cute Critter Costume Party

times: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Price: Resident $; Non-resident $6

Phone: 317-595-3150

Location: Ritchey Woods. 10410 Hague Road, Fishers, IN 46037

www.fishers.in.us/parksPreschoolers will become forest animals by choosing a costume to wear throughout the program. Hike through the woods in search for hidden treasures, make s’mores by the campfire, and learn about animals that live in the forest. For ages 3-6. Pre registration required.

12th Annual Potter’s bridge Festivaltimes: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-770-4404

Location: Potter’s Bridge Park. 19401 N. Allisonville Rd., Noblesville, IN 46060

www.myhamiltoncountyparks.comEnjoy a beautiful fall day at Potter’s Bridge Park for the 12th annual Potter’s Bridge Fall Festival. Listen to live music, visit the art and craft booths, take your little ones

to the kids area, and enjoy the natural scenery of Noblesville’s most scenic park on the White River Greenway Trail.

Fishers renaissance FaireOccuring Saturday, October 01 through Sunday, October 02

times: 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Price: $10 ages 13 and up; $5 ages 5-12; 4 and under FREE

Phone: 317-595-3153

Location: Saxony. Olio Road, Fishers, IN 46038

www.fishers.in.us/parks/

Experience the Golden Age of Queen Elizabeth I at The Fishers Renaissance Faire. There will be over 250 costumed characters, jousting by the Knights of Valour, armed combat demonstrations, period music and dance, Shakespeare vignettes, roving comedy, swordplay, an SCA encampment with arts and crafts demonstrations, over 60 artisans and merchants, many food vendors, and a Kids Karnivale.

sun 02American Girl Fashion Show times: 1:00 PM - 3:30 AM

Price: $30 & $40

Phone: 812-342-0446

Location: The Factory 12 Loft. 1235 Jackson St., Columbus, IN 47201

www.agfscentralin.comStyles of Yesterday and Today The American Girl Fashion Show® hosted by American Cancer Society is a fun-filled event for girls and their families, friends, and favorite dolls. Enjoy elegant refreshments, enter to

win door prizes, and learn how clothing has changed over the years to reflect history, culture, and girls’ individual styles.

Step Out Walk to Stop Diabetestimes: 10:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Phone: 1-888-Diabetes

Location: 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46204

www.diabetes.org/indywalkRegister to walk a 5K or 2-mile route at your own pace - kids and pets welcome You’ll enjoy food and music, plus a Health and Wellness Festival, VIP area, Kids’ Zone and more.

mon 03bookworms - PiratesTimes: 4:00-4:45 PMPrice: FREELocation: Carmel Clay Public Library. 55 4th Avenue S.E., Carmel, IN 46032www.carmel.lib.in.usFor children in grades 1 & 2. Ahoy, land lubbers! Thar be adventure and treasure maps here.

tues 04Make It and take It Series: All About Scarecrowstimes: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Price: FREE

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Location: JCPL Clark Pleasant Branch. 530 Tracy Rd., Ste. 250, New Whiteland, IN 46184

www.jcplin.org/

It’s getting chilly outside and we’re thinking about pumpkins, falling leaves, and friendly scarecrows! Drop in and make a scarecrow craft. Bring your creativity and we will provide all the supplies.

weds 05One Dark and Stormy Night…times: 4:30 PM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-878-9560

Location: JCPL Trafalgar Branch. 424 Tower Street, Trafalgar, IN 46181

www.jcplin.org

Delight in some spooky poems for kids. Poetry is a great way to celebrate the haunting mod of October! We will finish the story hour with a simple craft and hot cocoa.

thurs 06target Free Family Nighttimes: 4:00-8:00 PM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-334-3322

Location: The Children’s Museum. 3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46208

www.childrensmuseum.org

Celebrate Frogs: A Chorus of Colors. Hop into The Children’s Museum to visit the new exhibit and check out activity tables to learn more about a frog’s world. Sponsored generously by Target, the first Thursday of each month The Children’s Museum opens free of charge from 4-8 p.m.

fri 07Carmel Clay Public Library Fall book SaleOccuring Friday, October 07 through Sunday, October 09

times: See website for details

Price: range from $0.25 to $3.00

Phone: 317-571-4292

Location: Carmel Clay Public Library. 55 4th Avenue S.E., Carmel, IN 46032

www.carmel.lib.in.us

Cash, checks, Visa and Mastercard accepted. For more information call 571-4292 or visit www.carmel.lib.in.us. The Friends Library Bookstore will be open throughout the sale. All proceeds directly benefit the Carmel Clay Public Library.

sat 08the 3rd Annual Original and Fabulous Germanfesttimes: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Price: $5 in advance, $8 the day of. Kids 12 and under are free

Phone: 317-407-8608

Location: Athenaeum. 401 E. Michigan St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

www.indygermanfest.comCome celebrate all things German with a day-long, indoor/outdoor festival including a Lederhosen 5K race, yodeling contest, Bavarian Stone Lift Competition and wiener dog races every hour on the hour. Children can enjoy their own festival tent with activities, crafts, cultural displays and prizes.

Max and ruby Live!

time: 1:00PM and 4:00PM

Price: See website for pricing details

Phone: 317-632-7469

Location: Old National Center. 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis, IN 46204

www.maxandrubyontour.com/This fast-paced theatrical production will have the whole audience singing and hopping to original tunes alongside our favorite pair of bunny siblings, Max & Ruby!

Christmas in October Craft Fairtimes: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Price: Adults, $5; Seniors and Students, $2; Under 12 FREE

Location: Fishers High School. 13000 Promise Road, Fishers, IN

www.fishersfreedomfestival.orgOver 150 arts and craft vendors will be on hand. All proceeds from the raffle will benefit the “Roy Holland Backpacks for Kids” program. Canned goods and new toys will be collected for the Hamilton County Good Samaritan Program.

Oktoberfest at trader’s Point Creamery

Phone: 317-733-1700

Location: Trader’s Point Creamery. 9101 Moore Rd., Zionsville, IN 46077

www.tpforganics.comOur 5th annual Oktoberfest will be an all day event offering exciting and memorable activities for all! We will be serving the best Organic German Dishes, as well as Specialty Beers and Wine.Live music, Hayrides, Pumpkin carving, Face Painting, Farmers Market Booths and much more!

sun 09Family Pumpkin Festival

times: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-595-3150

Location: Ritchey Woods. 10410 Hague Rd., Fishers, IN 46073

www.fishers.in.us/parksOur annual family pumpkin festival is back. Help us prepare for our Halloween Hikes by carving pumpkins. While here, join us for pumpkin-themed games and crafts. Pre-registration is appreciated.

Indianapolis Colts vs. Kansas City Chiefs

times: 1:00 PM

Price: See website for pricing details

Phone: (317) 297-7000

Location: 500 S. Capitol Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46225

lucasoilstadium.com/tickets/Colts/

mon 10bookworms: Popcorntimes: 4:00-4:45 PM

Location: Carmel Clay Public Library. 55 4th Avenue S.E., Carmel, IN 46032

www.carmel.lib.in.us

For children in grades 1 & 2What do parachutes, heat waves, and rabbits have to do with popcorn? Come find out!

tues 11beauty and the beast Opening Day

Phone: 317-940-6444

Location: Clowes Hall. 4600 Sunset Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46208

www.cloweshall.orgBe our guest for a storybook theatrical experience your whole family will love! See website for pricing and times. Runs through Oct. 16.

weds 12bad Art battletimes: 6:30 PM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-878-9560

Location: JCPL Trafalgar Branch. 424 Tower Street, Trafalgar, IN 46181

www.jcplin.orgCelebrate Teen Read Week and this year’s theme, “Picture It @ Your Library,” with a challenge of epic proportions. Create your worst art. Seriously. Prizes will be awarded for the most heinous creations.

thurs 13bat Encountertimes: 1:00 PM

Price: Free with museum admission

Phone: 317-334-3322


www.childrensmuseum.orgStep into the mysterious world of bats and meet them face to face. All bats in the program are non-releasable bats donated by zoos for educational purposes. Recommended for families with children age 4 and up.

fri 14Victorian Villianstimes: See website

Price: Adults: $10; children (ages 6 to 11) $5

Phone: 317.631.1888


Location: Benjamin Harrison House. 1230 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis, IN 46202

www.pbhh.org

Ghosts of the Gilded Age make memorable appearances weekends October 14-15 and 21-23. Not recommended for children under 6.

Halloween Hikestimes: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Price: Resident $6 Non-resident $9

Phone: 317-595-3150

Location: Ritchey Woods. 10410 Hague Road, Fishers, IN 46037

www.fishers.in.us/parks

Join the “animals” that live at Ritchey Woods Nature Preserve for a family friendly night hike. At this one special time of the year, the animals talk. And this year, you’ll talk with animals of the past, present, and future. Arrive early or stay after your hike for time around the campfire and fun crafts for the kids. Registration required. Also occurring on Sat., Oct. 15.

sat 15Haunted Saturdaytimes: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Price: Free with museum admission

Phone: 317-334-3322



Enjoy spooky tales at The Children’s Museum after you experience the opening day of The Children’s Museum Guild’s Haunted House, Vampire Vacation. Come dressed in your favorite costume as you explore the museum.

sun 16Holliday Park Scout Sundays: Creek Stomptimes: Cub Scouts 1:30-2:30PM; Girl Scouts 3:00-4:00PM

Price: $4/scout

Phone: 317-327-7180

Location: Holliday Park. 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, IN 46260

www.hollidaypark.org

Calling all scouts! Discover the wild world of incredible Indiana nature during our monthly programs designed just for cub scouts (1:30-2:30) and girl scouts (3:00-4:00). Individual scouts or whole dens/troops are welcome; children must be accompanied by at least one adult. Registration required.

SymFUNy Sundays: Dan Zanes & Friends

times: 3:00 PM

Price: $25-$40 for adults and $12-$20 for children

Phone: 317-639-4300

Location: Hilbert Circle Theater. 45 Monument Circle, Indianapolis, IN 46204

www.indianapolissymphony.org/Children can wiggle and giggle in their seats all they like during the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s SymFUNy Sundays concert series. Families are encouraged to take part in fun and interactive pre-concert activities, including the Instrument Petting Zoo, and are invited to meet many of the artists after the performance. Grammy Award-winning Dan Zanes and Friends from Playhouse Disney will team up with the ISO’s Metropolitan Youth Orchestra for this energetic program. The ISO does not perform in this concert.

mon 17Flick or treattimes: 7:00 PM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-770-3242

Location: Hamilton East Library. One Library Plaza, Noblesville, IN 46060

www.hepl.lib.in.us/Join us to watch a classic Halloween cartoon. We’ll also make a delicious treat to eat while we enjoy the movie. Register by calling the Youth Services Department at 770-3216 or online at www.hepl.lib.in.us.

tues 18Octoboo

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-770-3216

Location : Hamilton East Library. One

Library Plaza, Noblesville, IN 46060

www.hepl.lib.in.us/

Bring the entire family and join us for a not-so-frightful, fun celebration of the season. Children may come in costume if they wish. Registration is requested.

weds 19Monster Messtimes: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Price: R $10 NR $15

Phone: (317) 595-3150

Location : Billericay Park Building. 12690 Promise Road, Fishers, IN

www.fishers.in.us

Little goblins and ghouls are invited to this oozy, slimy Halloween party! Join us aswe make messy crafts, play slimy games, and listen to stories about creepy crawlies.For ages 5-10 and a parent.

thurs 20Women Like Us Afternoon tea times: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Price: $35 per person; see website for registration

Phone: 888-958-3674

Location : IMA. 4000 Michigan Road, Indianapolis, IN 46208

www.womenlikeusfoundation.org

Please join us for this Outstanding Event. There will be a silent auction, networking, and market place. You will hear motivational talks from Loung Ung, Author of “First They Killed My Father” and Julia Butterfly Hill, Author of “The Legacy of Luna”.

Holliday Park Hauntless HalloweenOccurring Thursday, October 20 through Saturday, October 22

Price: $7/adult, $5/child 12 and under; 2 and under FREE

Phone: 317-327-7180

Location : Holliday Park. 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, IN 46260

www.hollidaypark.org

Join Holliday Park and the Indianapolis Civic Theater for an enchanted evening of fun. Families will hike along candlelit trails to visit with some forest inhabitanats who have come alive for these special evenings, then venture back to the nature center to enjoy a campfire, refreshments and more! Hikes start every 15 minutes from 5:45-8:00 pm. All ages, registration required.

fri 21Monster MashTimes: 5:00 PMPrice: FREE

Phone: 317-885-5036

Location: Greenwood Public Library. 310 S. Meridian St., Greenwood, IN 46143

www.greenwoodlibrary.us

The whole family is welcome to this family-friendly Halloween Party. Businesses from all over Johnson County will be giving away “Treats” while the Library will be providing the “Tricks”.

Silly Safaris Not-So-Scary-SCArY Animal Showtimes: 1:30 PM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-839-6602

Location: Plainfield Library. 1120 Stafford Rd., Plainfield, IN 46168

www.plainfieldlibrary.net/

All ages celebrate the start of Fall Break with Amazon John and live animals. Parents must stay in room with younger children. Registration required.

sat 22Steamboat bicentennial Family Daytimes: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-232-1882

Location: Indiana Historical Society. 450 W. Ohio St, Indianapolis, IN 46202

www.indianahistory.org

Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the steamboat New Orleans’ successful voyage down the Ohio River in 1811. Includes free admission to the Indiana Experience, river and steamboat-related activities along the canal, a special exhibit, musical performances, storytelling and games.

Ann Katz Festival of books and Arts times: See website for schedule of events

Price: Indv. tickets $5 general public / $3 JCC members

Phone: (317) 251-9467

Location: JCC. 6701 Hoover Road, Indianapolis, IN 46260

www.jccindy.org

What was once a festival featuring authors and their publications has become a celebration of all the arts which runs from Oct. 22 – Nov. 19. The festival kicks off with two concerts by internationally-acclaimed gospel singer Joshua Nelson (see website for concert details). Featuring twelve distinct events, the

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festival partners with other community organizations to entertain, educate and engage audiences of all ages from diverse backgrounds. Fast passes for entry to all events, including Joshua Nelson $50 general public / $40 JCC members.

sun 23Hot Jazz for Cool Kidstimes: 2:00 PM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-275-4100

Location : Central Library. 40 E. St. Clair St., Indianapolis, IN 46204

www.imcpl.orgChildren and families are invited as some of Indy’s leading jazz musicians perform a family friendly program of music and education. This program is presented in association with the Indianapolis Jazz Foundation.

mon 24Family Filmstimes: 10:00-10:30 AM and 11:00-11:30 AM

Price: FREE

Location : Carmel Clay Public Library. 55 4th Avenue S.E., Carmel, IN 46032

www.carmel.lib.in.usThis weeks feature: Bats at the Beach, Fletcher and the Falling Leaves, Leonardo, the Terrible Monster. For young children & their caregivers.

tues 25Haunted trails

times: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Price: $5/person

Phone: 317-770-4400Location : Cool Creek Park. 2000 East 151st St., Carmel, IN 46033

www.myhamiltoncountyparks.comMake your way through the “boo-tiful” woods of Cool Creek Park for our annual Haunted Trails Halloween event ghouls and goblins are lurking at every turn and waiting for you to arrive. After the horrifying experience, gather around the campfire for some

story-telling and music. *Trail not recommended for kids under 12*.

Early Literacy Workshoptimes: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-579-0304

Location: Hamilton East Library. Five Municipal Dr., Fishers, IN 46038

www.hepl.lib.in.us/A special workshop for parents and adult caretakers to learn about the six early literacy skills children need to get ready to read. Registration is required. This is not a children’s program.

weds 26teen Gaming Night - Wii

times: 6:00 PM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-579-0315

Location: Hamilton East Library. Five Municipal Dr., Fishers, IN 46038

www.hepl.lib.in.us/We’re bringing out the Wii, bring your friends and come game. We’ve got Guitar Hero, Sports and more!

thurs 27trick or treat at the Librarytimes: 5:30 PM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-839-6602

Location: Plainfield Library. 1120 Stafford Rd., Plainfield, IN 46168

www.plainfieldlibrary.net/All ages wear costumes (or not) and enjoy a variety of Halloween activities and candy handouts from local businesses and organizations.

Ghoulish GarfieldOccurring Daily Beginning Thursday, October 27, 2011 Through Friday, October 28, 2011.

times: 6:00 PM

Price: $1 Admission to Conservatory; $2 Hayride

Phone: 317-327-7220

Location: Garfield Park. 2345 Pagoda Dr, Indianapolis, IN 46203

www.indygov.org/eGov/City/DPr/

Parks/List/Garfield+Park.htm

Enjoy goblin games and treats at the Burrello Family Center, creepy crafts at the Arts Center, and get spooked on our tour of the Haunted Conservatory, if you dare! The HauntedConservatory will be less scary from 6 - 7 p.m., and the real haunting begins at 7 p.m. - recommended for ages 8+.

fri 28Zombie Festtimes: 6:30 PM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-885-5036

Location: Greenwood Public Library. 310 S. Meridian St., Greenwood, IN 46143

www.greenwoodlibrary.us

They’re creepy...they’re gruesome...they’re invading Greenwood Public Library. Teens are invited to join us for this after hours program as we play Zombies vs. Humans, Zombie Musical Chairs, Zombie Survival 101, learn the Thriller dance, and more. Permission slips AND registration required.

ICC Music of the Nighttimes: 7:00 PM

Price: Kids 12 & under $5 Adults $12 in advance, $13 at the door

Phone: (317) 940-9640

Location: North United Methodist Church. 3808 N Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208

www.icchoir.org

Family friendly spooky music with a Halloween theme and lots of surprises! See, and hear, the Indianapolis Children’s Choir as you have never seen them before! Featuring Martin Ellis, who has appeared frequently as an organist with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra.

sat 29Pumpkins, tricks and PranksOccurring Saturday, October 29 through Sunday, October 30

times: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Phone: 317-776-6006

Location: Conner Prairie. 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers, IN 46038

www.connerprairie.org

Strange happenings are afoot in Prairietown. Some residents have spotted a scarecrow haunting their gardens at night. What tricks and pranks does Martin Zimmerman have in store for his brother? Find out and then help him with his mischief. Visit our website for more details and information.

Gazillion bubble Show

times: See website for price and time

Phone: 317-632-7469

Location: Old National Center . 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis, IN 46204

www.livenation.com/muratGazillion Bubble Show will amaze your whole family with mind blowing bubble magic. Step into an interactive bubble world and be dazzled by spellbinding lasers, spectacular lighting effects, and jaw-dropping masterpieces of bubble artistry.

Halloween Party at Franklin roadtimes: 10:00 AM

Price: FREE

Phone: 317-275-4380

Location: Franklin Road Library. 5550 S. Franklin Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46239

www.imcpl.orgChildren of all ages are invited to dress in costume and enjoy a variety of activities. There will be a candy corn guessing game, donut eating off a string, fishing for a spider ring, and Halloween stories. The Indy Irish Fest will show how to carve a pumpkin out of a turnip.

sun 30Holliday Park Fall Festivaltimes: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Price: Free

Phone: 317-327-7180

Location: Holliday Park. 6363 Spring Mill Road, Indianapolis, IN 46260

www.hollidaypark.orgDiscover birds of prey, meet native animals and admire the autumn colors at the Fall Festival. Join us for a campfire, crafts, refreshments and fun fall activities. All ages, no registration required.

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the Apple Store Tuesday - Sunday Through October 30

times: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Phone: 317-776-6011


www.connerprairie.org/Plan-Your-Visit/Food-and-Shopping/the-Apple-Store.aspx

The Apple Store at Conner Prairie, a fall favorite for nearly 20 years, is open Sept. 1 through Oct. 30, for this year’s Indiana apple season. There is something for every apple lover. Get to the Apple Store before it closes and sink your teeth into one of these treats. Admission to Conner Prairie is not required to visit the Apple Store.

Amazing Maize: the Science, History and Culture of CornDaily Through Friday, January 20, 2012.

Price: $30 for non-members/$20 for members

Phone: 317-232-1637

Location: Indiana State Museum. 650 W. Washington St, Indianapolis, IN 46204

www.in.gov/ism

It takes 25 corn plants per person per day to support the American way of life. This 10,000-year global genetic journey explores the relationship between people and corn, arguably the most productive domesticated plant and the greatest plant breeding achievement of all time. Visitors will be amazed at the scientific, economic and cultural significance and impact of corn on daily life, past and present.

beauty and the beastBeginning Tuesday, October 11 through Sunday, October 16

Location: Clowes Hall. 4600 Sunset Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46208

www.cloweshall.org

Belle, a young woman in a small, provincial town, meets the Beast, in reality a young prince whose lack of compassion has trapped him in a spell placed by an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and to be loved, the spell will be broken and he will be transformed back to his former self. Be our guest for a storybook theatrical experience your whole family will love! See website for pricing and times.

“the Slightly Haunted Puppet Studio”Dates: Fri., Sat. and Sun. October 15 Through October 30

times: See website for schedule

Price: $10, under two, free

Phone: 317-917-9454

Location: Artcraft Theatre. 57 N. Main Street, Franklin, IN

peewinklespuppets.com

Enjoy a wonderful classic Halloween show as wacky Witch Gertrude introduces you to her funny and spooky marionette friends. Ages 2 - 200! See website for show schedule.

PinocchioOccurring Daily Beginning Friday, October 21, 2011 Through Saturday, November 19, 2011.

times: Fridays at 10AM; Saturdays at 10:00AM & 1:00PM.

Price: All seats just $12.50

Phone: 317-872-9664

Location: Beef and Boards. 9301 N. Michigan Rd, Indianapolis, IN 46268

www.beefandboards.com

Watch as the loveable and mischievous puppet searches for a way to become a real boy in a world of rules he does not understand. Fridays at 10am and Saturdays at 10am & 1pm.

Headless Horseman Supported by Marsh Supermarkets and reynolds Farm EquipmentDates: October 14-16, 20-23, 27-29

times: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Price: Thurs. and Sun., $11 at gate ($9 presale); Fri. and Sat., $15 at gate ($13 presale)

Phone: 317-776-6006


connerprairie.org

Gather family and friends close and prepare to jump and scream as the Headless Horseman of Sleepy Hollow rides again. And when your racing heart begins to slow down, join in for night entertainment at the barn dance and enjoy fun activities that present the story of the Legend of Sleepy Hollow.

Halloween ZoobooDates: Fri – Sun, October 14, 2011 through October 30

times: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Price: Zoo admission

Phone: 317-630-2001

Location: Indianapolis Zoo. 1200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46222

www.indyzoo.com/

The Zoo will transform into a fright-free Halloween experience perfect for the entire family. Guests can bring their little monkeys out in full costume to take advantage of Halloween activities in a fun, safe, and spook-free environment.

Vampire VacationOccurring Daily (except Mon) Beginning Saturday, October 15, 2011 Through Monday, October 31, 2011.

times: 10:00 AM

Price: Tickets are $6.50 at the door and $5.50 at Marsh Supermarkets

Phone: 317-334-3322



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Museum Guild’s 48th Annual Haunted

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of the nation’s spookiest destinations,

including Count Rushmore, the

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Fang-cisco, New Gore-leans, and much

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(with the lights off, for children who

dare to be scared), and IPL’s Lights-On

Hours (for children who scare easily).

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