Wednesday
Two Times the Fun: Lil’ Bunnies ● Hop into Easter this year with a themed program filled with fun! Little one will love creating an Easter chick, making fingerprint baskets, and playing with Easter eggs, and more. Spots fill quickly so be sure to sign up today! ● March 23 from 10-11 a.m. ● Billericay Park: 12690 Promise Rd., Fishers ● R$6/NR$9 ● 595-3150
Celebrations of Creativity and Craftsmanship: Pam Newell ● Enjoy various performances of actresses, singers, musicians, poets, and demonstrations by painters in celebration of creativity and craftsmanship. Today features the artistic expression of Pam Newell, an impressionist style Hoosier artist. She has created award-winning paintings of landscapes and still life in both pastel and oil. Newell says, “My goal is to uplift the spirit and reflect the beauty I find all around.” ● March 23 at noon ● Museum of Miniature Houses & Other Collections: 111 E. Main St., Carmel ● Free ● 575-9466 ● www.museumofminiatures.org
2016 Program Series: Pop Festival ● In honor of the Indiana Bicentennial 2016, the Carmel Clay Public Library is organizing a year-long series of events celebrating Hoosier history. The next upcoming event is Pop Festival, featuring popcorn, soda pop, and pop music. Enjoy some Hoosier favorites and help create a piece of art for installation at the library! ● March 23 from 1-4 p.m. ● Carmel Clay Public Library: 55 4th Ave SE, Carmel ● 814-3983 ● www.carmel.lib.in.us
Conner Prairie ● There are lots of new things happening at Conner Prairie this week! In anticipation of the re-opening of the revitalized William Conner House, a scholars lecture and panel discussion about William Conner’s role in early Indiana will take place and is open to the public. There will be many featured historians present. Then, attend Conner Prairie’s opening day for the warm season the following day! Easter on the Prairie is another exciting event coming up. See website for full details about each of this unique and exciting events. ● Special events fall on March 23, 24, and 26 (Conner Prairie is open all week) ● General admission: $8 ● Conner Prairie Interactive History Park: 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers ● 776-6006 ● www.connerprairie.org
Thursday
SMART Series ● This new membership appreciation series is designed for Nickel Plate Arts members to have a chance to dig more deeply into all aspects of the arts. However, the program is in need of a topic! Submit a topic and consider signing up for this unique experience. Updates are sent out regularly on a member exclusive e-newsletter. ● March 24 from 6:30-8 p.m. ● Free for members ● Nickel Plate Arts Campus: 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville ● 452-3690 ● www.nickelplatearts.org/tag/smart-series
Friday
Art in City Hall Reception ● Enjoy art in the community and meet local comic artists. Original artwork and prints will be available for purchase. The exhibit has been running for the previous few weeks, but a special reception will be hosted this evening. ● March 25 from 6-9 p.m. ● Free ● Fishers City Hall: 1 Municipal Dr., Fishers ● 439-6989
Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre Presents: Superhero, the Story of a Man Called Jesus ● As the Easter season approaches, an emotional ballet about Jesus and the crucifixion is presented by the Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre. Enjoy themes of betrayal, trust, sacrifice, and love, interwoven through modern music and movement. “Superhero” has been lauded by others as “captivating from start to finish” and “a most moving portrayal of The Passion.” ● March 25-26 ● ● Approx. $35 ● The Center for the Performing Arts at the Tarkington: 3 Center Green, Carmel ● 843-3800 ● www.thecenterpresents.org
Young Artists Exhibit ● Approximately 500 student artists in elementary schools in Noblesville will be publically displaying their work during the Young Artists Exhibit at Nickel Plate Arts. Both 2-D and 3-D works will be on display, made out of a variety of material. You will see family tree collages, self-portraits, sculptures, and more. Today is the LAST day to see this special event and support the artistic youth in the community! ● March 25 from 12-5 p.m. ● Free ● Nickel Plate Arts Campus: 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville ● 452-3690 ● www.nickelplatearts.org/event/exhibit-young-artists
Saturday
5th Annual Clay Terrace Easter Egg Hunt ● Enjoy a classic Easter egg hunt at the Clay Terrace mall, located at the Grassy Knoll behind Kona Grill and Mitchell’s Fish Market. This year features thousands of eggs for younger children to hunt for! ● March 26 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. ● Clay Terrace: 14390 Clay Terrace Boulevard #165, Carmel ● Free ● 818-0725 ● www.clayterrace.com/events-news/event/5th-annual-easter-egg-hunt
Adult Easter Egg Hunt ● Relive the fun of your youth! Join the Blackhawk Winery & Vineyard for a delightful search and find. Grab a glass of wine and hunt for eggs hidden around the Winery grounds. Each egg holds a prize, while two eggs will have special prizes valued at $50 each. Participation fee includes one glass of wine with the hunt. Must be 21 or over to participate. ● March 26 at 3 p.m. ● Blackhawk Winery and Vineyard: 28153 Ditch Rd., Sheridan ● $6 ● 771-2814
Easter Bunny at Carmel City Center ● The Easter Bunny is coming to visit, and will be available for family photos and will hand out Easter eggs filled with candy in celebration of Easter. A balloon artist will also be present to create fun, complimentary balloon creations for kids to play with! Guests are invited to stay and have brunch during their visit. ● March 26 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. ● Carmel City Center: 101 City Center Dr., Carmel ● Free ● www.carmelcitycenter.com/easter-bunny-to-visit-carmel-city-center
Spring Fever ● Spring is just around the corner, and nature is celebrating! Come out to the park for an afternoon of fun activities that include kite flying, Easter egg hunts, spring crafts, and music! A full event schedule can be found online. Pre-registration is encouraged. ● March 26 from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. ● West Park: 2700 W. 116th St., Carmel ● $5-$8 ● 573-5243
Sunday
Carmel High School’s “Minumentals” ● Explore the art of local youth as Carmel High School teachers and students select the top 40 miniature artworks to be displayed at the Museum of Miniature Houses & Other Collections. This exhibit extends through the 27th only! ● March 27 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m. ● Museum of Miniature Houses & Other Collections: 111 E. Main St., Carmel ● $5 adults, $3 for children under the age of 10 ● 575-0240 ● www.museumofminiatures.org
Monday
Senior Safety Series ● Senior safety is a big priority for all, and what better way to help the other generations out than by being prepared? Free informative sessions on senior safety are being hosted by the Fishers Fire Department and Fishers Police Department. Various topics will be presented throughout the course of the series, including fire, police, mind safety, fraud/identity theft, and more. Attendees are more than welcome to invite a friend! Please register in advance, and be aware that this is the LAST opportunity to attend a session. ● March 28 from 10-11 a.m. ● Roy G. Holland Memorial Park: 1 Park Dr., Fishers ● Free ● 595-3150 ● www.thecenterpresents.org
Tuesday
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