Wednesday
The Art of Business and the Business of Art ● This interactive panel of discussion will help artists of all experience levels prepare for a summer and fall full of art fairs and art sales events. A team of art fair experts will be available to share their tips, tricks, stories, encouragement and wisdom. Participants should be aware that photos or videos from this session may be used as promotional material for future events. ● May 18 from 6-8:30 p.m. ● Hamilton East Public Library: 1 Library Plaza, Noblesville ● $5 ● 317-452-3690 ● www.nickelplatearts.org/classes/art-of-business
Can You Win It? Family Games at the Park ● Earn ultimate bragging rights in this special edition of “Can You Win It?” for families! All ages are welcome to participate in a variety of games as you build memories together. Games will test balance, quickness, steadiness of hands, and the ability to work under pressure as all games will be completed in under one minute! Break up the workweek with this night of extra family fun. ● May 18 from 6-7:30 p.m. ● Roy G. Holland Memorial Park: 1 Park Dr., Fishers ● R$8/NR$12 ● 317-595-3150
Thursday
Beauty and the Beast ● Beef and Boards presents a tale as old as time: Beauty and the Beast. Watch beautiful Belle’s generous heart reach out and touch the Beast before time runs out! The audience will come away with a renewed faith in true love as Belle and Beast’s romance blooms in an enchanting enactment of this princess classic. ● May 19-July 10 ● Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre: 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis ● $31-$66 ● 317-872-9664 ● www.beefandboards.com
Friday
Movies in The Park: Pan ● Enjoy a free movie with the family this week! Arrive early to secure good seats (it is suggested that attendees bring their own blankets, lawn chairs, etc.) and get ready for Pan to begin at dusk. Closed captioning available. Parents are encouraged to look into the featured films before bringing the family. Share photos with the hashtag #FishersMovies! ● May 20 at dusk ● Nickel Plate District: 6 Municipal Dr., Fishers ● Free ● 317-595-3150
Saturday
Hamilton Co. Master Gardeners Annual Plant Sale ● Hamilton Co. Master Gardeners are holding their annual Plant Sale at the Hamilton Co. 4-H Fairgrounds in Noblesville this year. Over 12,000 plants will be available to the public for purchase, including perennials, annuals, vegetables and trees. The sale will support scholarships for local students and will support small grant programs for local schools and groups with qualified horticultural programs. ● May 21 from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. ● Free to attend ● Hamilton Co. 4-H Fairgrounds: 2003 E. Pleasant St., Noblesville ● 317-776-0854 ● www.hcmga.org
Saxony Market ● Enjoy fresh produce this summer at the now-opening Saxony Market. Local farmers, bakers and artisans will put forward an elaborate array of items available for purchase, including produce, baked goods, handcrafted items and more. Acoustic music or demonstrations will provide entertainment every week. Special event days throughout the season include Corn Day, Balloon Day, Pirates in the Market, Pet Day, Kids Day, and Health & Wellness day. ● May 21 – Sept. 10 on Saturdays. 8 a.m. – noon. ● Free to attend ● Saxony Market: 13578 E. 131st St., Fishers ● 317-770-1818 ● www.saxony-indiana.com/market.html
A Celebration of the Ballet Russe Legacy ● Featuring Michel Fokine’s Les Sylphides and The Firebird, the Ballet Theatre of Carmel at Performer’s Edge will present a show celebrating these two famous and romantically classic ballets. Dance experts and those who have had to prior learning will both learn from and enjoy this skillful presentation. ● May 21 at 3 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. ● Westfield High School: 18250 N. Union St., Westfield ● $10-$20 ● 317-573-8085 ● www.ballettheatreofcarmel.org/penrod/spring-concert
Sunday
Bicentennial Celebration with J. Ford’s Black Angus & Upland Brewery ● Celebrate Indiana’s bicentennial this year at the Conner Homestead with Terre Haute’s acclaimed restaurant J. Ford’s Black Angus and Upland Brewery. Upscale cuisine and Indiana-made beer will be available as visitors tour the newly renovated Conner House exhibit. Guests may also meet the farm’s animals, test their Indiana knowledge of the past, and enjoy live performances from reenactors. Open to ages 21+. ● May 22 from 6-8:30 p.m. ● Conner Prairie: 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers ● $85 per member, $95 per non-member ● 317-776-6000 ● www.connerprairie.org
Monday
Drawing Class (Session 2) ● Learn to improve your artistic skills in this art class for all skill levels. Nickel Plate Studio Artists Bruce Neckar and John Reynolds will provide subject matter and provide tips. Nickel Plate Arts will be responsible for providing graphite sticks, newsprint, and drawing boards, although participants may bring their own materials. Must be 15 or older. Beginners are welcome. ● May 23 – June 13, recurs on Mondays from 7-9 p.m. ● Nickel Plate Arts Campus: 107 South Eighth St., Noblesville ● $100/10 weeks ● 317-452-3690 ● www.nickelplatearts.org/event/monday-night-drawing-class-session-2-10
Tuesday
Kiddy 500 ● Children ages 3 through 5 are welcome to build and create their own Kiddy 500 cardboard race car! After cars are constructed, the kids will enjoy participating in car themed games and activities. Parents, this is not a drop off event, and adult participation with your child is required during car construction. Please register in advance. ● May 24 from 10:30-11:30 a.m. ● Billericay Park: 12690 Promise Rd., Fishers ● R$4/NR$6 or Flex Pass ● 317-595-3150
