The Indianapolis Ballet will stage The Nutcracker, presented by Methodist Sports Medicine. Performances will be held in the Murat Theater at Old National Centre on December 14-16, 2018. Tickets range in price from $20-80 and can be purchased at www.oldnationalcentre.com.

Are you stressed about getting all your presents painted in time for the holidays? Throw on your PJ’s and join us as we burn the midnight oil making homemade gifts. We are staying up late and having a painting party! No reservation needed. Come paint with us!

uPaint Pottery Studio is a paint your own pottery studio located in Plainfield, Greenwood, and Hamilton Town Center. For more information, visit us on the web – www.upaintpotterystudio.com

Gather your family close and join us in creating new holiday memories at a special Candlelight Theatre production!

‘Twas the Night Before…, written by James Trofatter, offers a heartwarming interactive theatre experience for all ages. Sip hot cider, enjoy carolers, and meet holiday figures from tradition and folklore, as well as jolly new friends.

Treat your family and friends to a delightful holiday spectacular! Purchase a Room Buyout and bring up to 15 people along with you for a private, heartwarming performance unlike any other.

The performances are approximately 60 minutes long; a new performance begins every half hour, with 6 shows each day.

Performances will sell out! Reservations are required. Please direct questions to Delia Robertson, Special Events and Marketing Manager: (317) 631-1888 or email [email protected]

Are you stressed about getting all your presents painted in time for the holidays? Throw on your PJ’s and join us as we burn the midnight oil making homemade gifts. We are staying up late and having a painting party! No reservation needed. Come paint with us!

uPaint Pottery Studio is a paint your own pottery studio located in Plainfield, Greenwood, and Hamilton Town Center. For more information, visit us on the web – www.upaintpotterystudio.com

Exhibition Opening Reception: December 14, 2018 – 6-9 pm

Exhibition on Display: December 14, 2018 – January 30, 2019

The 81st Annual Student Show exhibition is the largest juried exhibition of work made by our students.

Each year more than 400 works are submitted and only some of the works are selected by the judges to be displayed. The result is a breathtaking sampler of creativity and skilled artistic work from all walks of life, spanning years and years of art education inside the Indianapolis Art Center building.

This exhibition opening is free and open to the public. Food and drink will be available for purchase.

Bears usually hibernate in the winter, but our bear really, really wants to see his first snowflake. So, Bear decided to skip hibernation – and celebrate. Can Bear stay up? Will Bear see his first snow? Learn what makes the wintertime cool and keep Bear awake during this interactive play for families with children ages 3-5.

Cost: $4-$5; free for children under 3.

Babies up to 18 months and an adult are invited to rock out during this music activity that will focus on tempo, beat, rhythm and dynamics. Each session will feature instruments, songs and a story. Call 317-275-4430 to register.

Come enjoy our winter wonderland! See the Conservatory decked out in its holiday best with a brilliant display of poinsettias, model trains and villages, and thousands of twinkling lights. Nov. 26-Dec. 31 with special evening hours until 8pm December 14, 15, 20, 21 22. Closed Dec. 24-25. $4 per person or $10 per family (2 adults max.)

The Christkindl Village (“Christ Child” Village) is a celebration of the holiday with a traditional German Christmas Market hosted by St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church. This event is designed to be a lasting tradition for the people of Indianapolis and visitors to the city, including a canopy of lights, live animal Nativity, kids activities, alpine slide, German foods, beer and gluhwein garden, musical performances including caroling, and the sights, sounds and smells of Christmas.

2018 Festival Dates & Times 
Friday, December 14 | 11am-1pm (Food/Vendors Only), 5-9pm 
Saturday, December 15 | 11am-9pm 
Sunday, December 16 | 11am-3pm ​​

Bring the whole family to the Christmas marionette variety show that is hosted by the two crazy mice that live in the piano. Uplifting music and audience participation will put everyone into the holiday spirit.

Indy Bacon Week is a week-long celebration of our belief that everything is better with bacon. NUVO partnered with local restaurants and chefs to create appetizing specials featuring breakfast’s best side, bacon. Indy Food Weeks support a good cause, Second Helpings and offer a great excuse to try a new restaurant. And at $5.00, you’ll have plenty of cash left for a side and a beer (or three).

Families are invited to try a variety of the Learning Curve’s robotics technology and practice programming. With various types of robots and games available each week, participants can try something new or dive deeper into a favorite. Children under the age of 7 need to be accompanied by an adult. This program will be held in the Arena.

FTG Chess Club meets every Friday at 7pm. Family Time Games is a game store where you can buy and even Borrow board games (but you have to play them there).
The chess club is open to kids of all ages and all skill level.

New players please feel welcome. We love teaching!

Original Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman & Robert B. Sherman
Book by Julian Fellowes
New Songs and Additional Music and Lyrics by Anthony Drewe & George Stiles
Co-Created by Cameron Mackintosh
A Musical based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney Film

The jack-of-all trades, Bert, introduces us to England in 1910 and the troubled Banks family. Young Jane and Michael have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family members how to value each other again.

The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and Jack Everly are joined by vocal legend Angela Brown and 2014 winner of The Voice Josh Kaufman to bring theYuletide magic and music to life on the Hilbert Circle Theatre stage! New this year: Indy’s own dance group Expressenz takes the Yuletide stage! When Expressenz competed in World of Dance, judge Jennifer Lopez was blown away. She said, “It was so perfectly in sync with every emotion and moment that you tried to create. It really moved me. I had goosebumps from the beginning.”

Celebration Crossing comes alive with holiday merriment from the sounds of local bands and choirs, to the jolly greetings from Santa and Mrs. Claus as they welcome visitors into their cozy home. Students of all ages can ride the Santa Claus Express, and visit Santa’s Workshop to create and play. A variety of demonstrations and activities happen daily on an on-going basis.

Feast your eyes on these incredible structures while you enjoy all the sweet smells. See a variety of gingerbread creations by bakers of every skill level. This year there is a featured category: “Conner Prairie in Gingerbread”

Celebrate family traditions and holidays with Jolly Days Winter Wonderland! Enjoy favorites like the two-story Yule Slide, Jingles the Jolly Bear, and visits with Santa

A young orphan, Buddy, is raised as an elf after he crawls into Santa’s bag of gifts and is taken to the North Pole. Unaware that he is a human, Buddy grows much larger than the other elves. Between his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities, Buddy is forced to face the truth and embarks on a journey to find his true identity. Discount of $6 off per ticket available to children ages 3-15. Children under age 3 cannot be admitted to this show. Not all shows may be suitable for all ages.

Jingle Rails is a winter wonderland containing nine working model trains that wind through a stunning miniature landscape. The exhibit features miniature versions of local treasures of downtown Indianapolis, including the Eiteljorg Museum, Monument Circle, Union Station and Lucas Oil Stadium, where you will hear veteran Colts radio announcer Bob Lamey call a game. The trains then head through the national parks of the American West, passing legendary sites, including grand railway lodges, Northwest Coast Native villages, and wonders both natural and human-made—Mt. Rushmore, Grand Canyon, Yosemite Falls, Old Faithful, the Las Vegas Strip, Hoover Dam and much more.

Create a family tradition with Winterlights at Newfields, a dazzling outdoor light experience celebrating the holiday season. Breathe in the crisp, winter air, filled with the scent of evergreens and campfires. Marvel at the choreographed light show on the Lilly House lawn and stroll garden pathways, nestled amongst trees glowing with color. Listen to your favorite Christmas songs as you sip on a hot beverage, and warm your hands by the fire while roasting marshmallows.

One of Indianapolis’ most popular family holiday traditions returns. Be one of the first to experience the Eiteljorg’s holiday train exhibit, Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure. Model trains chug through beautifully recreated landscapes and landmarks of the American West and  downtown Indianapolis. See Monument Circle, Lucas Oil Stadium, the Grand Canyon, Golden Gate Bridge, the Las Vegas strip and so much more. Open until Jan. 14, 2019. New this year: Route 66

Jingle Rails is a winter wonderland containing nine working model trains that wind through a stunning miniature landscape. The exhibit features miniature versions of local treasures of downtown Indianapolis, including the Eiteljorg Museum, Monument Circle, Union Station and Lucas Oil Stadium, where you will hear veteran Colts radio announcer Bob Lamey call a game. The trains then head through the national parks of the American West, passing legendary sites, including grand railway lodges, Northwest Coast Native villages, and wonders both natural and human-made—Mt. Rushmore, Grand Canyon, Yosemite Falls, Old Faithful, the Las Vegas Strip, Hoover Dam and much more.

As the weather turns cold, warm your heart with Ebenezer Scrooge, Tiny Tim and spirits of the past, present and future. Filled with laughter and tears, A Christmas Carol celebrates the power of kindness

The Carmel Christkindlmarkt is bringing the charm of a long standing European tradition to the heart of Carmel, Indiana. One of the earliest of these markets was the 16th century Christkindlmarkt in Nuremberg, Germany and the wonderful tradition has now spread worldwide. Guests will experience one of a kind, high quality, handmade gifts, Germanic inspired food, drink and ice skating.

Experience the joy of the holiday season at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Center! Eighty elaborately themed trees are packed into our grand building to delight people of all ages. In past years, we’ve had upside-down trees, trees made from unconventional materials and even a virtual reality tree. You can vote for your favorites, but it will be a tough choice. This year, we’re decking out our 30-foot showstopper in an Indiana theme.

There’s something magical happening every day, and you’ll want to check out our special programs. Bring the kids and grandkids to the Sugarplum Breakfast to meet characters from The Nutcracker, imbibe in craft brews at Good Beers and Ugly Sweaters and channel Ralphie at A Christmas Story Day.

Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Eve, New Year’s Day

This beloved Frank Capra American holiday classic film comes to captivating life as a live 1940s radio broadcast. With the help of an ensemble that bring dozens of familiar characters to the stage, the story of idealistic George Bailey unfolds as he considers ending his life one fateful Christmas Eve. It will take the help of the lovable angel, Clarence, to show George what life would be like if he wasn’t born. Guiding him to a change of heart and understanding the true spirit of Christmas. Remember: “Every time a bell rings, an angel get its wings

Adults can compete in this 10-week league with three different levels of play. No games on September 2, unless needed for a rain makeup day. Playing as a free agent? Contact the Fishers Parks & Recreation office to be matched with a team. Register by July 20.

Feel free to create whatever inspires you with 2 lbs of clay. We will be nearby to help and advise you as much or as little as you need. Your projects are fired and ready to paint in 10-14 days. The price also includes a return visit for painting the clay anytime during our business hours.

Recommended for all ages 5 and up. No prior clay experience is necessary. The price is $25 per person tax.

Since this is a special event, we require advance reservations.

Visit Mr. Ripley’s collection of astonishing and unusual “curioddities” in The Science of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Crawl through the body of a life-size model of Titanoboa, a 50-foot prehistoric snake, or snap a family photo in the jaws of the megalodon shark, Examine the bizarre biology of a two-headed calf or an albino porcupine and learn how organisms survive with abnormalities. Do a double-take! Trick your senses with audio and visual illusions. Measure up against the world’s tallest man, Mr. Wadlow and much more!  https

Bring your child – or just your own inner child – to experience this 3,000-square-foot play space stocked with cardboard boxes of all sizes, cardboard pieces large and small, more colorful tape than you could possibly use, markers, safety scissors and much more.

Designed to inspire ingenuity and creativity, THE ART OF THE BRICK is the world’s largest and most elaborate display of LEGO art featuring sculptures by artist Nathan Sawaya. This captivating exhibition takes an ordinary children’s toy and elevates it to the realm of art.Get up-close with fan favorite Yellow – a life-size sculpture of a man ripping his chest open with thousands of yellow LEGO bricks cascading from the cavity – as well as re-imagined versions of some of the world’s most famous art masterpieces like Van Gogh’s Starry Night and Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa

Science Sprouts is a weekly enrichment program designed especially for toddlers and their families. Toddlers are natural scientists, and Science Sprouts is a time for them to explore, experiment, and build skills ranging from physical development to social emotional development. Science Sprouts activities are designed and facilitated by early childhood specialists and involve hands-on exploration, live music, body movement, and a commitment to accurate science!

STEM Sunday is a free, drop-in, challenge-based experience that encourages families to engage in the engineering and design process. Emphasis is on this process rather than the product. Projects are not “take-home”, but may include a take-home element. A simple goal/design challenge is introduced to guide the process and encourage engagement. Projects are “easy entry” for all ages, meaning that specialized skills are not generally needed and children as young as kindergarten can participate. Projects use simple, inexpensive materials, emphasizing that families can easily re-create the project at home.

Opening of Founders’ Exhibit celebrating the museum’s 25th anniversary. Houses and room boxes made by our three co-founders will be on display, as well as historical artifacts of how Main Street looked 25 years ago when the museum doors were first open to the public, the groundbreaking of our addition in 2009, handwritten financial ledgers from the museum’s first years, and more. Runs through January 6, 2019.

Led by our co-founders, Dr. Jessica & Dr. Tonya, Babies & Toddlers Play Music Classes allow your child to explore rhythm, instruments, and music while learning about counting, speed, volume, following instruction, and more. Some say the best part of the class is connecting with other parents, others say it is watching their child become a budding rockstar. Who will have more fun, your child, or you?

Babies Play Music Classes: Tuesdays- 9:30 a.m.- 10:00 a.m., ages birth- 18 months
Toddlers Play Music Classes:- Tuesdays 10:15 a.m.- 10:45 a.m., ages 18-36 months

The Riley Children’s Health Sports Legends Experience combines rich sports history, physical fitness, and health education in a variety of family-fun, indoor and outdoor experiences. Run, drive, jump, putt, and play while learning how to stay happy, healthy, and safe. Meet a legendary sports character every visit, hear their story of greatness, and get coached in the drills and skills that helped them succeed. Imagine yourself in the shoes of that same sports legend, and start your story today.

With a General Admission ticket or membership, each guests can explore and discover…

• 12 outdoor sports experiences
• 3 indoor sports exhibits, including the National Art Museum of Sport
• 5 floors of fun in The Children’s Museum

Celebrate the Indianapolis Colts while exploring football’s role in American culture through digital interactive activities, player interviews, original artifacts, photographs and video of the Colts in action.

Discover how American football grew out of the rugby fields of English academies into the modern game loved by millions through sweeping changes brought about by the Industrial Revolution. Witness the Hoosier Dome and Lucas Oil Stadium’s rise into the Indianapolis skyline to redefine the city’s image as a championship football town. Snap a picture with your favorite Colts player and learn about their views on football, leadership and the NFL. Cast your vote for the best Colts player or the most memorable game moment and see how your choice compares to other fans. See the game through the eyes of officials by making a call on a real NFL play and find out if your decision matches the actual call. Relive the glory of the 2007 season and how the players and the coaches made it all possible. Scramble on the field as the Colt’s mascot Blue to juke and dodge oncoming tackles using your whole body. Explore the rise of the NFL and how it became the multibillion dollar juggernaut it is today. But most of all, connect with the story of the Colts and how they became a team that embodies the values, drive and heart of the city they call home.

The Reel West exhibit explores morality, diversity and American identity as depicted in the Western film genre and how Hollywood movies and television shows shape our understanding of the world around us. Visitors will see film costumes, props, memorabilia, paintings, movie posters and images from the early silent Western films to mid-20th century classics up through today. The Reel West will appeal to casual movie fans, serious film buffs, those who remember iconic Westerns and those new to the genre.

Note: A few of the film clips shown in the mini-theater at the start of the exhibit include scenes of staged, choreographed shootout violence or coarse language customary of some Westerns. An explanatory sign will be posted to notify parents of young children that they might wish to bypass the mini-theater and move straight into the exhibition.