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Geist Waterfront Park & Fishers SmartPass
The Fishers SmartPass will give residents access to Fishers amenities like the Geist Waterfront Park. The new park will require SmartPass access to enter, so register today at fishers.in.us/SmartPass.
The Geist Waterfront Park is a 70-acre waterfront property located at 10811 Olio Road, near 111th Street and the east side of Olio Road. To learn more about the park, please click here.
May Mental Health Month
Join the community during Mental Health Awareness Month in creating a Stigma Free Fishers through events, community stories, and educational opportunities all month long. Learn more at thisisfishers.com/MentalHealthMonth.
The Fishers Health Department host the annual Hope for Happiness event at the Fishers Farmers’ Market on Saturday, May 14 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater in partnership with Fishers High School and Hamilton Southeastern High Schools’ Bring Change to Mind student clubs. During May Mental Health month, stop by the free, family-friendly event to help raise awareness about mental health and the city’s Stigma Free initiative, participate in mental health activities, find resources from local mental healthcare providers, and more. Learn more at thisisfishers.com/HopeforHappiness.
Mayor’s Youth Academy Applications Open
In partnership with the City of Fishers, Hamilton Southeastern Schools, and the Eman schools, the Mayor’s Youth Academy offers the opportunity to build community awareness, provide hands-on learning opportunities that enhance curriculum, and inspire future careers in the public sector. Registration for the Fishers Mayor’s Youth Academy is open, with the deadline of June 2.
The Fishers Mayor’s Youth Academy is a year-long experience provided by the City of Fishers for high school juniors and seniors that live in and or attend school in Fishers with a GPA of at least 3.0 to be eligible for the program. For more information please click here.
CredibleMind
The City of Fishers and Fishers Health Department are proud to offer CredibleMind, a new, free online service for residents to access mental health education, reosurces, and assessments. The platform brings together expert rated and vetted videos, podcasts, apps, online programs, books, and articles all in one easy to use place. Confidential and available 24/7, with CredibleMind you can learn new skills, understand your own mental health, take a mental health assessment, and browse the library of thousands of mental wellbeing resources.
Get started today by taking the Mental Health Check-in Assessment and be entered to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card. All community members who create an account and complete the assessment by May 15 will be entered into the drawing for a chance to win. Get started at stigmafreefishers.com.
Touch-a-Truck
In honor of National Public Works Week, kids can explore Fishers’ fleet of big rigs, including tractors, snowplows, police cars, and fire trucks at the free Touch-a-Truck event on Tuesday, May 16 from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater. Enjoy live demonstrations from Fishers Department of Public Works, Fishers Fire Department, and the Fishers Police Department, including extractions, K-9 exercises, bike safety, and road paving, as well as kids’ activities from Fishers Parks and food vendors. Learn more at thisisfishers.com/TouchaTruck.
Fishers Farmers Market Kicks Of
The Fishers Farmers’ Market, presented by IU Health Saxony, is back every Saturday at the NPD AMP starting May 6 from 8 a.m. to noon. The market showcases vendors from Central Indiana that offer fresh produce, baked goods, honey, specialty food items, meats, coffee, plants, and more.
Also, don’t miss the Fishers Farmers Market at Saxony, presented by IU Hlealth Saxony, taking place every Wednesday from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m., beginning June 7 and ending August 30. Learn more at playfishers.com/FishersMarket.
Fishers AgriPark Opens for the Season
The 33-acre urban farm featuring public fields and gardens, managed by Fishers Parks, is now open! Stop by during park hours on Tuesdays through Wednesdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Thursdays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The farm offers livestock encounters and u-pick opportunities (later this summer, once produce is ready) for Fishers residents. From educational series to agricultural-themed summer camps, public programming at the Fishers AgriPark is rooted in farm operations and agriculture in our community, the state, and the United States. Learn more at playfishers.com/AgriPark.
Fishers Memorial Day Ceremony
Join the City of Fishers to honor the service men and women who havce made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom at this special ceremony on Monday, May 29 from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater (6 Municipal Drive). After the ceremony, take a walk around the Central Green and Nickel Plate District Amphitheater to see the new light pole banners honoring local veterans and active duty service members in the Fishers community. You can also honor a hero by purhcasing an Engraved Brick Paver, which will become a permanent addition to the Liberty Plaza walkway. Learn more at fishers.in.us/FishersHonors.
Summer Concerts at the NPD AMP
Fishers Park’s Free Tuesdays concert series, presented by IU Health, returns in June and July. See the lineup at npdamp.com.
Tickets are on sale now for RIPE, performing July 15 and Snarky Puppy, performing September 7, at the Nickel Plate District Ampitheater in partnership with Fishers Parks and MOKB Presents. Get tickets at npdamp.com and stay tuned for more upcoming shows to be announced soon.
Registration Open for Spark!Fishers 5k
The Spark!Fishers 5k, presented by IU Health Saxony, is now open for registration! The annual walk/run will take place June 21 at 7 p.m. with the annual Kids Dash beginning at 6:30 p.m. Each finisher will receive a 2023 Spark!Fishers 5k T-shirt, medal, and complimentary admission to the post-5k after party! Enjoy a DJ, food truck, and drinks, and redeem your bib for a free drink (alcoholic or non-alcoholic) from Mashcraft Brewing! All ages and abilities welcome. Stroller friendly! Register for the race here.
Spark!Fishers returns to downtown Fishers June 20 to 24. Learn more about the festival at sparkfishers.com.
Free Yoga Classes
Currently on free Wednesdays, from 9 to 10 a.m. at Billericay Park. Fishers Parks is expanding its free yoga program with opportunities throughout the week at Billericay Park. No Registration is required for any session. Learn more at playfishers.com.
Summer Volunteer Callout
Get involved in your community this summer! From Nickel Plate Trail Stewards to vendor support at the Fishers Farmers Market and Spark!Fishers, the City of Fishers offers a variety of ways to make a difference for all ages and abilities. Learn more and sign up to volunteer at volunteerfishers.com.
Kara Hall is the Marketing and PR Manager for the City of Fishers and has been with the department since 2017. Her favorite thing to do in Fishers is checking out the local restaurants and boutiques around town and taking walks with her daughter, dog, and husband at parks #AroundFishers. Her other hobbies include listening to podcasts, watching true crime documentaries, going to concerts, reading, and cheering on the Colts on Sundays. She loves that Fishers is always changing and is constantly looking for ways to create vibrancy within the community.