calendar sat | 01
Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®: DRAGONS! Sat., December 1 and Sun., December 2 Times: See website for schedule Price: see website for ticket pricing Phone: 317-917-2500 Location: Banker’s Life Fieldhouse, Indianapolis www.ringling.com Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime family event when The Greatest Show On Earth brings the world together… to bring your family together!
The Nutcracker Ballet Times: 10:00 AM Location: Carmel Clay Public Library, Carmel www.carmel.lib.in.us Come to the library and experience the magical story of The Nutcracker, presented by the Indiana Ballet Conservatory. You’ll hear the enchanting story, watch costumed dancers perform a special part, and make a keepsake craft. Registration is required and begins Monday, November 26. For children ages 4-7.
sun | 02
Journey Through Eastern Europe: Romanian Folk Masks Times: 2:00 PM Price: Free Phone: 317-275-4470 Location: Nora Library, Indianapolis www.imcpl.org As part of the Library's series celebrating the diversity of East European cultures, languages and people, children ages 5 and up and families are invited to explore Romanian folk tales and sculpt their own mini mask puppet using a variety of materials during this two-hour program.
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Paws to Read at Eagle Times: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM Price: Free Phone: 317-275-4340 Location: Eagle Library, Indianapolis www.imcpl.org School-age children who are reluctant readers are invited to read to a registered therapy dog who loves to listen to stories! It's a great way to improve a child's reading skills and self-confidence.
tues | 04
Community Tuesdays Time: Museum hours Price: ½ off general admission Phone: 317-232-1637 Location: Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis www.indianamuseum.org/ On the first Tuesday of every month, receive half off general admission to the Indiana State Museum (does NOT include special exhibits) and $2 off tickets to the IMAX Theater.
weds | 05
Fishers Parks and Recreation: Pictures with Santa Weds., December 5 and Thurs. December 6 Times: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Price: Free Phone: 317-595-3150 Location: Fishers Town Hall, Fishers recreationoffice@fishers.in.us A beloved holiday tradition returns again this year. Your children can have their pictures taken free with Santa Claus while they share their Christmas list for this year. For all ages.
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Target Free Family Night: Toys and Traditions Times: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Price: Free Phone: 317-334-3322 Location: The Children's Museum, Indianapolis www.childrensmuseum.org Learn about winter traditions from all over the world, the people who celebrate them, and the toys that help to make them special. Take a ride on the Yule Slide and visit Jolly Days. Sponsored generously by Target, the first Thursday of each month The Children's Museum opens free of charge from 4-8 p.m.
fri | 07
Central Indiana Dance Ensemble Presents The Nutcracker Fri., December 7 through Sun., December 9 Times: Fri., 7:30 PM; Sat., 2:00 and 7:30 PM; Sun., 2:00 PM Price: $22 for students (up to 18) and $30 for adults Location: Zionsville Performing Arts Center, Zionsville www.cidedance.org Become a part of the magic as Clara and her Nutcracker Prince battle mice and the evil Rat King and journey through the Land of Snow. Join us for our Sugar Plum Fairy Dessert Parties before each matinee show, which feature a picture with a cast member, dessert, and a craft.
5th Annual Music Marathon Food Drive Fri., December 7 and Sat., December 8 Times: Fri., 3:30 PM onward; Sat., 8:00 AM onward Price: Donation of non-perishable food items
Phone: 317-575-9588 ext. 105 Location: Meridian Music, Carmel www.meridianmusic.com This performance event will kick off a month long food drive benefiting Gleaners Food Bank.Meridian Music teachers and students along with other area music teachers and students will sign-up for recital time-slots. All performers and audience members will be asked to donate at least one nonperishable food item the day of the performance.
sat | 08
Girl Scout Holiday Sing Times: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Price: $4 pre-sold ticket Phone: 317-232-1637 Location: Indiana State Museum, Indianapolis www.indianamuseum.org/ Girl Scouts from across central Indiana are invited to come together at the Indiana State Museum for the 2012 Holiday Sing. Registration opens at 10 a.m. Girl Scouts are welcome to explore the galleries of the Indiana State Museum, meet Santa and Mrs. Claus and ride the Santa Claus Express in nostalgic Celebration Crossing. To register for this event visit the Girl Scouts of Central Indiana website at www.girlscoutsindiana.org.
sun | 09
Central Library's 5th Anniversary Celebration Price: Free Phone: 317-275-4100 Location: Central Library, Indianapolis www.imcpl.org Activities will include a scavenger hunt, mystery tours, photo booth, digital programs for children, historical displays, prize drawings and birthday cake for all! Also on December 8.