Next week we will remember the 23rd anniversary of September 11, 2001. It’s hard as a parent of young kids, to explain what happened and why it’s important to remember. The 9/11 Memorial in downtown Indianapolis is a really good place to start conversations with your children about the events of that day.
Head outdoors and enjoy a wide variety of family-friendly options this weekend. Get creative at the Penrod Arts Fest, learn about the symbolism represented at Crown Hill Cemetary, or discover your German roots at the Annual Indianapolis Oktoberfest.
One of my favorite ways to welcome fall is shopping at the Indy Kids Sale! I love stocking up on new and gently used clothing, toys, shoes, and books for the fall, winter, and holiday seasons. Snag a ticket to this year’s sale (September 15-16) and save a bundle. Use promo code Katy for free pre-sale tickets.
Don’t forget to cheer on the Indianapolis Colts, and the Indiana Fever, both of which are playing home games this weekend. Go Indy!
Let’s enjoy our time together and #PlayIndy!
7 Things to Do This Weekend
1. Indianapolis Colts Home Opener
Join the Colts as they kick off the season and celebrate the career and legacy of alumni Dwight Freeney with a special Hall of Fame ceremony. Fans will receive a home opener t-shirt at this Sunday’s game. Tickets are still available!
Invite your friends and start your gameday with fellow Colts fans at Touchdown Town starting three hours before kickoff! Enjoy live music, appearances by Colts Cheer & Drumline, food and drink specials, interactive games, and more.
2. 57th Annual CBIZ Somerset Penrod Arts Fair®
Welcome to the 57th Annual CBIZ Somerset Penrod Arts Fair®. As “Indiana’s Nicest Day®,” Penrod is one of the nation’s largest single-day arts fairs. This year’s fair features over 350 artists, hundreds of performers across five entertainment stages, more than 50 arts-related non-profit organizations, an extensive children’s area, and local food and beverages for all to enjoy. Children ages 10 and under get in free.
3. Homeschool Hikers: Finding Artifacts like an Archaeologist
Plan a break from the books to learn about nature and get your kids outside. This Friday’s discussion is all about finding artifacts and then exploring the outdoors. Kids who spend time in nature are happier, healthier, and smarter! Best for school-aged children. Registration is required for this free program.
4. Concerts in The Centerpiece
Enjoy an eclectic offering of musical entertainment from the terraced seating of The Centerpiece this autumn. Bring lawn chairs or spread a blanket in Coxhall Gardens’ iconic amphitheater and treat yourself to a special performance in a stately setting like no other. This Sunday, September 8, guests will enjoy the musical stylings of Cook and Belle.
5. Stories in Stone Symbolism Tour
Explore some of the interesting examples of both Victorian and contemporary symbolism on monuments and markers found throughout Crown Hill. If you’ve ever wondered about unique tree trunk monuments and common symbols such as stars, anchors, chains, draped flags, lambs, sun disks, serpents, and more then this tour is for you! Guests will contrast these with more contemporary monuments and markers which often feature engravings of literal representations or quotes that reveal the life of the deceased. There are no gate sales for this tour, tickets must be purchased online, ahead of time
6. Venardos Circus
The Venardos Circus, is a unique Broadway-Style Circus performance and is reinventing the American Circus tradition for a new generation, bringing joy to people across the U.S. Theatre lovers and nostalgic circus fans alike will appreciate the intimate experience and sentimental way the show pays homage to circus traditions through the lens of high-quality entertainment for a modern family audience. Venardos Circus is in the Indy area until September 15.
7. 50th Annual Indianapolis Oktoberfest
The German American Klub Indianapolis Presents the 50th Annual Indianapolis Oktoberfest this Thursday through Saturday. Admission is only $5.00 per person, and 12 and under are free. Enjoy three days of traditional German beer, wine, food, and entertainment at this family-friendly event.
