31 Mar 2022 – April Featured Partner Events
Each month, we gather information about our Featured Partners and their upcoming events in one spot so that it’s easy for you to see what’s coming up. That spot is right here!
Bird Walks with Jeff Canada
Hosted by Noblesville Parks and Recreation
April 6th & 20th – 8 a.m.-10 a.m. – $5 per participant – Hague Road Nature Haven
Bird Walks are back! Join us for our Bird Walks right here in Noblesville – no experience needed!
Individuals and families are welcome and minors must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your own equipment (binoculars) and dress for the weather.
Bird Walks guided by Mr. Jeff Canada who is an experienced birder (former President and Board Member of the Audubon Society) and a local small business owner.
For more information or to register, please call the Parks’ Office at 317-776-6350.
Auditions for the Belfry Theatre’s “Drinking Habits”
April 24th and 25th – Starting at 7 p.m. – 10690 Greenfield Ave in Noblesville
“Drinking Habits,” a comedy, directed by Nancy Lafferty, will be June 24-July 3, at The Ivy Tech Auditorium at Ivy Tech Hamilton County, 300 N. 17th St., Noblesville.
In this hilarious comedy, two sisters of Perpetual Sewing have been secretly making wine to keep the convent’s doors open, but Paul and Sally, reporters and former fiancees, are hot on their trail as they go undercover as a nun and priest. Accusations, mistaken identities and romances run wild in this laugh-out-loud farce where spirits and secrets are spilled.
Cast of eight. Play by Tom Smith and presented with permission by Playscripts.
More info: www.thebelfrytheatre.com
Indiana Arts Commission
The Indiana Arts Commision has a number of exciting opportunities available to grow your career while supporting the cultural, economic, and educational climate of Indiana. Job postings currently include: Contracting and Financial Operations Coordinator, Communications Manager, Deputy Director of Operations and Strategic Partnership, and a variety of Internships.
More info: https://www.in.gov/arts/home/careers/
The Improbable Fiction Theatre Company Proudly Presents: The House on Pooh Corner
by A.A. Milne and adapted by Bettye Knapp
This gentle children’s comedy presents the Winnie-the-Pooh characters you know and love as they face their greatest challenge yet – Education! Christopher Robin turns to his friends Pooh, Piglet, Eeyore, Tigger, and the rest when he finds out that he’s to be sent away to school. They can’t bear to be separated, so they come up with a bold plan to run away to the South Pole. The hilarious antics as the group tries to organize in time to save Christopher Robin from his dire fate will delight audience members of all ages!
Evening Performances are April 15th, 16th, 22nd, & 23rd at 7:30 p.m.
Matinee Performances April 16th, 23rd, and 24th at 2:00 p.m.
The theater is located at the Recreation Annex Auditorium at Ivy Tech- 300 N. 17th St. Noblesville
More Info or to Purchase Tickets: www.iftheatrecompany.org
Gal’s Guide Library
Get Nutty with Gal’s Guide during Fairyville
April 20-23 – Wed. 12 p.m.-5 p.m., Thurs. 12 p.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 12 p.m.-9 p.m, & Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m .
107 S. 8th Street, Noblesville
See us in the Gal’s Guide library for a fairy scavenger hunt or on the Fairyville Trail with a #FlatSquirrel printout that is ready for photo appearances. We’ll also have a special appearance by Marvel’s Unbeatable Squirrel Girl on Saturday.
More info at https://galsguide.org/2022/03/17/get-nutty-with-gals-guide/
Book Club – The Awakened Woman by Dr. Tererai Trent
April 28 – 8 p.m.-9 p.m. – On zoom
Our monthly book club is a wonderful, non-stressful book club led by Katie Harris. Register for free at https://galsguide.org/2020/12/05/book-club/
Rooting Your Dreams Workshop
April 30 – 12 p.m.-1:30 p.m. – 107 S. 8th Street, Noblesville
Inspired by the book The Awakened Woman we are going to plant our dreams so they can take root. This $10 activity includes materials and instructions for this African practice developed by Dr. Tererai Trent in her book. Workshop is led by Dr. leah Leach. Registration is required at galsguide.org
Book Signing with Kathy Martin O’Neil
April 30 – 2 p.m.-4 p.m. – 107 S. 8th Street, Noblesville
Gal’s Guide is pleased to welcome author Kathy Martin O’Neil for a book signing of Madre: The Nun Who Was Mother to the Orphans of Honduras. Book sales will help Gal’s Guide Library, Noblesville Creates and the orphans of Honduras. More information at https://galsguide.org/2022/03/12/book-signing-with-kathy-martin-oneil/
Fishers Arts Council
Second Friday Reception & Community Art
Friday, April 8th – 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. – FREE EVENT – Art Gallery at City Hall, 1 Municipal Drive, Fishers
Meet Alcove Featured Artist, Mark Rouse, during our Second Friday reception for April. See his exhibit, “Through My Eyes”, and in the main gallery, check out the works of high school seniors from Fishers and Hamilton Southeastern High Schools. While enjoying refreshments, add your mark to Community Art in our Squirrel Stampede Homage while listening to live, local music.
More info: bit.ly/fishersevents
Senior Showcase Scholarship and Award Ceremony, sponsored by STAR Bank
Friday, April 22nd – 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. – FREE EVENT – Art Gallery at City Hall, 1 Municipal Drive, Fishers
See the work of Fishers and Hamilton Southeastern High School Seniors and find out the scholarship winners at the award ceremony at 7pm. While enjoying refreshments, add your mark to Community Art in our Squirrel Stampede Homage while listening to live, local music. Additional scholarship sponsors include Four Day Ray, Fishers Arts Council, Schoolhouse 7 Cafe, Propeller Marketing, and Thomas Rich. Scholarship guest judge, Ailithir McGill of Noblesville Creates.
More info: bit.ly/fishersevents
Caravan Classes
Wednesday Homeschool Art for Ages 6-12 (Caravan Classes)
Every Wednesday
Fully Masked at 11am-12pm
Mask Optional at 2pm-3pm
After School at 4:30pm
Students will learn about a famous artist each week and create works based on the technique and styles of each artist.
More info: https://caravan-classes.square.site/product/homeschool-after-school-art-for-ages-6-12/23?cs=true&cst=custom
Teen Art (Caravan Classes)
Every Wednesday
5:45pm-6:45pm
Teens will focus on a session of drawing followed by a lesson together, then will be given time at the end of class to work on a project of their choosing.
More info: https://caravan-classes.square.site/product/teen-art/224?cs=true&cst=custom
Adult Open Studio (Caravan Classes)
Most Wednesdays
7pm-8pm
$15 or class pack available
All supplies provided. Choose your medium and subject.
More info: https://caravan-classes.square.site/product/adult-art-class/25?cs=true&cst=custom
Friday Homeschool Art for Ages 6-12 (Caravan Classes)
Every Friday
11am-12pm
Students will learn about a famous artist each week and create works based on the technique and styles of each artist.
More info: https://caravan-classes.square.site/product/homeschool-after-school-art-for-ages-6-12/23?cs=true&cst=custom
Kiln Creations
Unicorn Meet and Paint
Forest Park Lodge, Sunday April 24th from 12 to 4 p.m.
Kiln Creation announced their Third Annual Unicorn Extravanaga with a Live UNICORN!
For $45, one painter and one guest will enjoy the following: two unicorn hands decorated by you, one unicorn party pal that you paint, a few minutes of snuggles and pictures with the Unicorn, and tie in the Unicorn themed selfie station.
More info: http://placefull.com/unicorn-meet-and-paint-71
Summer Art Camps at Kiln Creations
Early Enrollment Savings Jan-May 1st
June 6th-July 29th
Mondays-Fridays
10 a.m.-12 p.m.
Regular price: $40 per day; $150 per week
Additional child: $135 per week
60 N. 9th St. in Noblesville
Be sure to check out the ticket listing for full information. We are running every day this summer.
We will be running art programming for your littles every day through the summer! Traditional Camp runs Monday- Friday from 10-noon. Clayworks Camp runs Monday- Friday 1p-3p. You can find the listing for Clayworks here!
Join us for a whole week and complete 6-10 projects, or just sign up for a few days! The themes for each week are listed below, and in every camp the campers will work with clay, resin, ceramics, wood signs and canvas!! If you are signing up for the whole week, select “One Week” Pricing and click on the Monday for that week.
More info: https://placefull.com/summer-art-camps-kiln-creations
Summer Clay Camp with Kiln Creations
Early Enrollment Savings Jan-May 1st
June 6th-July 29th
Mondays-Fridays
1 p.m.-3 p.m.
Regular price: $45 per day; $160 per week
Additional child: $145 per week
60 N. 9th St. in Noblesville
Clayworks Camp runs Monday- Friday 1p-3p.
Join us for a whole week and complete 6-10 projects, or just sign up for a few days! Each week we will cast, handbuild and wheel throw clay art!! Plan to come back to paint your pieces the next week. If you are signing up for the whole week, select “One Week” Pricing and click on the Monday for that week.
* * Add one booking for each week you would like. You can add an extra child at the discounted rate in the add ons section.
All tickets are non-refundable and non transferable, however we understand that life happens,. Should you need to cancel you will receive the balance paid for camp on a gift card if you give at least 24 hour notice. Masks requested in studio. This camp is for campers 8-17.
More info: https://placefull.com/summer-clay-camp-at-kiln-creations
White River Sound
Rehearsals occur Tuesday nights (April 19th & 26th), 7:00 p.m., at Ivy Tech Lawrence
Upcoming Events: April 1st Quartet Competition at Harmony Heartland Region 4 & April 2nd Chorus Competition at Harmony Region 4
Check out the website for more information: www.WhiteRiverSoundChorus.org
Hamilton County Artists’ Association
HCAA’s “Loving Large” Exhibit
March 1st through April 29th, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Noblesville City Hall, FREE EVENT
“Loving Large” continues at Noblesville City Hall! This is the perfect opportunity for corporations with large conference rooms to purchase a signature work! Don’t be shy. These photos and paintings will make a statement!
More Info: hacca-in.org, or info@hcass-in.org
HCAA’s First Friday and Exhibit
Friday, April 1st, Reception- 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
The exhibit will continue through May 28th during regular exhibit hours.
The Birdie Gallery of HCAA, 195 S. 5th St. in Noblesville, FREE EVENT
The Juried artists of HCAA present Fantasy, Florals, and Foolery, a fine art exhibit. Come enjoy the First Friday event as art, light, refreshments, and demonstrations will be provided.
More Info: hacca-in.org, or info@hcass-in.org
HCAA Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, April 13th from 7 p.m.-9 p.m., Free Event (donations accepted)
The Birdie Gallery of HCAA, 195 S. 5th St. in Noblesville
Join the HCAA artists, wizards, and fairies at the Birdie Gallery on Saturday, April 2nd, for crafts and activities for you and your family!
More Info: hacca-in.org, or info@hcass-in.org
Tabby Tree Weaver
9832 North by Northeast Blvd in Fishers
More Info: https://www.tabbytreeweaver.com/classes-and-events
Inkle Weaving for Beginners
April 6th, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., $75
In this short class you will learn to weave bands on an inkle loom that can be used for belts, shoelaces, guitar or purse straps, and so much more! You will learn to design your own plain weave bands, put the warp on your loom and then weave away!
You may bring your own inkle loom or borrow one from the shop. Be aware that the workshop is not long enough to complete the project, so purchasing your own inkle loom is strongly recommended.
Materials are included in the cost of the class.
Creative Tapestry Wall Hanging
April 9th, 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m., Attend $65 (additional costs if need a Loom)
Learn the basics of weaving on a simple frame loom in this class for beginners. We’ll cover loom set-up (warping), basic weaving techniques, achieving varied textures and how to finish and display your work as you create a woven wall-hanging.
This class is suitable for teens and adults.
Spinning with a Drop Spindle
April 14th, 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m., $55
Welcome to the wonderful world and ancient craft of spindle spinning! What was once the tool used to create the fabric for the sails of Viking longships can be the beginning point of your next knitted or woven project. We will start with a top whorl drop spindle, and there will also be a demonstration on the bottom whorl, Turkish and takhli supported spindle spinning. Students may try any or all of these tools and techniques. A 4oz ball of wool is included in the class price, and spindles are available to borrow if you don’t have your own.
Rigid Heddle Weaving for Beginners
April 16th and 26th, 10:00 a.m.-4 p.m., $100 plus $20 for materials
If you’ve ever thought weaving might be fun but weren’t sure how to get started, consider this beginning class on the rigid heddle loom. You can bring your own loom or borrow one from Tabby Tree. You’ll learn how to plan a simple project, warp the loom and weave a small table mat to take home.
Materials will cost $20 to be paid on the day of the class.
Arts Midwest GIG Fund for Nonprofit Organizations
WHAT: The GIG Fund is a flexible grant of $2,500 that helps organizations bring professional artists into their community. WHEN: Applications are due April 12, 2022, and funded projects must occur between July – December 2022. WHERE: Nonprofit organizations, tribal communities, and local governments located in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, or Wisconsin and the Native nations that share this geography can apply. WHO: This funding is available to organizations looking to present two highly engaging activities featuring a professional artist.
More Info: https://www.artsmidwest.org/programs/gigfund
