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Join 13 WTHR in honoring those affected by heart disease and stroke. Register for the American Heart Association's Indianapolis Start! Heart Walk on September 18th at the White River State Park Celebration Plaza. For more information click here.
Enjoy pork chops and live entertainment. Attend the Tipton County Pork Festival September 9-11. For more information click here.
September is Hunger Action Month. Learn about 30 Ways in 30 Days that you can help Gleaners Food Bank by clicking here. Also Kroger, Marsh and Walmart are holding food drives this month.
Wednesday, September 8
Learn more about the Indianapolis Art Center and get a sampling of classes. Attend the Art Center Open House on Friday, September 10 from 6-8pm. For more information click here or call 317-255-2464.
See talented violinists from around the world. The International Violin Competition of Indianapolis is September 20-26. For more information click here.
Enjoy German food, dancing and music. Oktoberfest returns to German Park, 8600 S. Meridian Street. It's September 9-12. For more information click here.
Thursday, September 9
Enjoy the culture and food of Greece. Attend the Greek Festival September 10 & 11 at the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, 106th Street & Shelborne Road in Carmel. For more information click here.
Attend Indy Peace Day on Saturday, September 11 at Riverside Park. The event includes a parade, creation of a human peace sign and a community resource fair. For more information click here.
Head downtown to Monument Circle on September 10 from 11am-1pm for the Colts Go Blue for United Way Day. Help United way kick off its annual campaign and meet Colts Cheerleaders, see the Vince Lombardi trophy, enjoy live music and lunch. For more information click here.
Friday, September 10
Visit over 300 artists booths and six stages of live entertainment. Attend the Penrod Arts Fair on the grounds of the Indianapolis Museum of Art September 11 from 9am-5pm. For more information click here.
Enjoy French food and live entertainment at the French Market on September 11. It's at St. Joan of Arc Church. Admission is FREE. For more information click here.
See a free performance of Shakespeare's Macbeth at Garfield Park Arts Center, 2432 Conservatory Drive, on September 10 & 11, 17 & 18. For more information call 317-327-7135.
Saturday, September 11
Join the Center for Leadership Development's 2K Youth Empowerment Walk. In addition to the walk, attend a health fair and free kids zone. It's September 25th at Washington Park, 3130 E. 30th St. For more information call 317-923-8111.
Experience the culture of China. Attend the FREE Indianapolis Chinese Festival at Military Park on September 12 from Noon-8pm.
Join Colts Tight End Dallas Clark for the BIG Wish Gala: An Evening with the Stars to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation. It's October 18th at the Indiana Roof Ballroom. For more information click here.
Sunday, September 12
Attend a Cabaret performance this week. Over 20 performances from 20 performers will take place as part of A Festival of Cabaret at the Columbia Club. For more information click here or call 317-275-1169. www.thecabaret.org
Celebrate diversity in Indianapolis. Register for the Race for All Races on October 23rd at Military Walk. The event includes a 5K walk/Run and 1 mile family walk. For more information click here.
See works of art inspired by friendship. Attend Art of Friendship to benefit Best Buddies Indiana. It's October 7 from 6:30-8:30pm at the Mansion at Oak Hill in Carmel. For more information click here or call 317-436-8440.
Monday, September 13
WTHR Channel 13 will again join forces with Tuchman Cleaners and the Salvation Army to collect new or gently-used coats for children in need from Labor Day through October 25th. We are in need of heavy winter coats of all sizes – coats for little ones all the way to teens. If you have a winter coat that your child has outgrown, please donate it to Coats for Kids at any of the 25 Tuchman Cleaners locations throughout the Greater Indianapolis area. You can also help out by making a monetary donation to Coats for Kids. The money will be used to buy new coats. Please donate here.
Join 13 WTHR in honoring those affected by heart disease and stroke. Register for the American Heart Association's Indianapolis Start! Heart Walk on September 18th at the White River State Park Celebration Plaza. For more information click here.
Learn how to improve your finances. The Your Money Bus Tour is coming to Indianapolis. Attend one of two Free Financial Advice Clinics. On September 17 the clinic will be on Monument Circle from 10am-2pm and on September 18 it will be at the Central Library – Riley Room from 10am-2pm.
Tuesday, September 14
Do you need legal advice? On September 14 from 6-8pm call the Legal Line to talk to an attorney for free. The number to call is 317-269-2000.
Are you in a financial crisis and need help to avoid becoming homeless? Attend Indy Resource Connect Saturday, September 25 at Washington Square Mall. This event offers legal and employment services, credit and foreclosure counseling, housing assistance and more. For more information or to volunteer to help at the event call 317-472-7631.
Honor those with Alzheimer's and help bring awareness to the disease. Register for the Memory Walk on October 17 at the Michael Carroll Stadium at IUPUI. Registration starts at 12:30pm and the walk begins at 1:30pm. For more information click here or call 800-272-3900.
Wednesday, September 15
WTHR Channel 13 will again join forces with Tuchman Cleaners and the Salvation Army to collect new or gently-used coats for children in need from Labor Day through October 25th. We are in need of heavy winter coats of all sizes – coats for little ones all the way to teens. If you have a winter coat that your child has outgrown, please donate it to Coats for Kids at any of the 25 Tuchman Cleaners locations throughout the Greater Indianapolis area. You can also help out by making a monetary donation to Coats for Kids. The money will be used to buy new coats. Please donate here.
Do you have an antique or collectible you want appraised? Get it appraised Saturday, September 18 at Exit 76 Antique Mall in Edinburgh. Proceeds benefit the Lanier Mansion State Historic Site in Madison. Cost is $10 per item; three items for $25 and there is a limit of six items per person. Also they are not appraising jewelry, coins or stamps. For more information call 812-273-0556.
Join the Center for Leadership Development's 2K Youth Empowerment Walk. In addition to the walk, attend a health fair and free kids zone. It's September 25th at Washington Park, 3130 E. 30th St. For more information call 317-923-8111.
Thursday, September 16
Join 13 WTHR in honoring those affected by heart disease and stroke. Register for the American Heart Association's Indianapolis Start! Heart Walk on September 18th at the White River State Park Celebration Plaza. For more information click here.
Spend the weekend outdoors. Head to Fort Harrison State Park for the Hoosier Outdoor Experience. This free event features over 50 activities including kayaking, fly fishing and bird watching. For more information click here.
Enjoy the culture of Ireland. Indy's Irish Fest is September 17-19 at Military Park. For more information click here.
Friday, September 17
WTHR Channel 13 will again join forces with Tuchman Cleaners and the Salvation Army to collect new or gently-used coats for children in need from Labor Day through October 25th. We are in need of heavy winter coats of all sizes – coats for little ones all the way to teens. If you have a winter coat that your child has outgrown, please donate it to Coats for Kids at any of the 25 Tuchman Cleaners locations throughout the Greater Indianapolis area. You can also help out by making a monetary donation to Coats for Kids. The money will be used to buy new coats. Please donate here.
Take your family back to the 19th Century. Attend Conner Prairie's Country Fair September 18-19. For more information click here or call 317-776-6006.
Attend Fiesta Indianapolis. This free event is downtown at the American Legion Mall September 18. Enjoy dancing, music, food, children's activities and more. For more information click here.
Saturday, September 18
Celebrate diversity in Indianapolis. Register for the Race for All Races on October 23rd at Military Walk. The event includes a 5K walk/Run and 1 mile family walk. For more information click here.
Help bring awareness to mental illness. Buy your tickets for the Removing the Mask Gala Fundraiser to benefit Mental Health America of Indiana. It's October 28th at the Indiana Roof Ballroom. For more information click here or call 317-638-3540. www.mhai.net
Attend a canoe race on the downtown canal. The IUPUI Regatta is September 25th. For more information click here.
Sunday, September 19
WTHR Channel 13 will again join forces with Tuchman Cleaners and the Salvation Army to collect new or gently-used coats for children in need from Labor Day through October 25th. We are in need of heavy winter coats of all sizes – coats for little ones all the way to teens. If you have a winter coat that your child has outgrown, please donate it to Coats for Kids at any of the 25 Tuchman Cleaners locations throughout the Greater Indianapolis area. You can also help out by making a monetary donation to Coats for Kids. The money will be used to buy new coats. Please donate here.
Help support cancer research and Little Red Door Cancer Agency. Register for the Mount Auburn March for the Cure Walk and Run on October 17th in Shelbyville at Southwestern High School. For more information click here.
Take your children to see Disney's Mary Poppins on stage at the Murat Theatre. The show runs September 23rd through October 3rd. For more information click here.
Ongoing/Upcoming
WTHR Channel 13 will again join forces with Tuchman Cleaners and the Salvation Army to collect new or gently-used coats for children in need from Labor Day through October 25th. We are in need of heavy winter coats of all sizes – coats for little ones all the way to teens. If you have a winter coat that your child has outgrown, please donate it to Coats for Kids at any of the 25 Tuchman Cleaners locations throughout the Greater Indianapolis area. You can also help out by making a monetary donation to Coats for Kids. The money will be used to buy new coats. Please donate here.
You can support Indiana students, who have a dream of going to college, by attending the UNCF's Indianapolis Masked Ball on Saturday, December 4th . Gladys Knight is the featured entertainer. Proceeds support the United Negro College Fund. Click here for ticket and event information.
Join 13 WTHR in honoring those affected by heart disease and stroke. Register for the American Heart Association's Indianapolis Start! Heart Walk on September 18th at the White River State Park Celebration Plaza. For more information click here.
Walk to raise funds for breast cancer and gynecologic cancer research, treatment and care. Register for the Weekend to End Breast Cancer September 25 and 26. For more information click here.
Teens, join 13 WTHR in Shattering the Silence on Domestic Abuse. Create a video bringing awareness to teen dating violence and you could win a video contest from Start Strong: Building Healthy Teen Relationships. For more information click here.
Help give homeless children an education. School on Wheels is seeking volunteers to tutor children living in Indianapolis homeless shelters. For more information call volunteer manager, Carrie Murphy at 317-202-9100. For more information about School on Wheels click here.
Help support career development for women in need. Buy your tickets for The "Stepping Out in Style" fundraiser for Dress for Success is on September 22 at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown. For more information click here or call 317-940-3737.
Dads, take your daughters to the Fairytale Ball presented by Dads Inc. It's October 8th at The Mansion at Oak Hill in Carmel. For more information click here.
The National FFA Convention is coming to Indianapolis. Volunteers are needed for a variety of assignments from October 19th through 23rd. For more information click here.
Honor those with Alzheimer's and help bring awareness to the disease. Register for the Memory Walk on October 17 at the Michael Carroll Stadium at IUPUI. Registration starts at 12:30pm and the walk begins at 1:30pm. For more information click here or call 800-272-3900.
Girls ages 3-12 can become a princess. Attend the Miss Central Indiana Scholarship Pageant Become a Princess event on September 18th. Princesses will receive their own tiara, meet and greet contestants, have photo ops with Miss Indiana and Miss Indiana Outstanding Teen and more. Registration is $25 and is due by September 12th. Chaperones are $10. The event will be held at Westfield High School Auditorium, 18250 N. Union Street. For more information contact Debbie at debbiewiley@indy.rr.com or online by clicking here.
