Indianapolis Ambassadors

Indiana Artisan Marketplace
2019-04-06 08:00 - 18:30, 2019-04-07 08:00 - 20:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Expo Hall, Indiana State Fair Grounds, 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis, IN, 46205, United States
Indiana Artisan Marketplace is known as the state’s premier art and food experience. It is a fun weekend for about 120 artists and roughly 5,000 guests because an army of volunteers work behind the scenes to set it up, sell tickets, greet guests, answer questions, check coats and packages, float through the hall to lend a hand wherever one is needed, and more. In addition to artists talking about their work in gallery-like booths, there are live demonstrations of the creative processes they use, as well as food and wine tastings.
Admission to the Marketplace (2 tickets for each set-up/load-in volunteer), Parking
Light refreshments, Marketplace T-shirt, Discounts at select booths, and Invitations to Friends of Indiana Artisan events throughout the year
Contact Ros Demaree at 317-964-9455, or email Rosalyn@IndianaArtisan.org.

38th Annual NAYDO Conference on YMCA Philanthropy
2019-04-03 08:00 - 2019-04-06 22:00 | Varies
From April 3 – 6, the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis will host the 38th Annual NAYDO Conference on YMCA Philanthropy. NAYDO is an acronym for North American YMCA Development Organization. The event, held in a different city each year, attracts hundreds of participants from the US, Canada, Mexico and beyond. NAYDO offers educational resources, advocacy, and this yearly conference for YMCA Staff.
We need volunteers to extend Hoosier Hospitality to the expected 1,000 attendees. You can volunteer for a couple of hours, a whole day or on multiple days. There are a wide range of opportunities. Examples include hospitality booth and airport greeters, hallway navigators, and site volunteers for YMCA tours.
There are too many shifts/locations to specify. Please visit our volunteer website for more information: https://indymca.volunteermatters.org/project-catalog/882?mid=1222819220&ml=36825451

Indianapolis Zoo - xZOOberance
2019-03-22 08:30 - 18:00 | Indianapolis Zoo, 1200 West Washington St., Indianapolis, IN, 46222, United States
The Indianapolis Zoo will definitely be the “hot” spring break destination this year with an all-new event sure to brighten your spirits. Join us by volunteering for one (or more) of the 12 days of xZOOberance, our new spring festival. It’s three weeks of music, dance, art and nature — just the combination you need to shake off the winter and dive into everything spring has to offer.
The festival features live entertainment at two different stage locations, a cheer garden offering beer, pretzels, treats and kid-friendly refreshments, and a whimsical garden of remarkable topiaries fit for a Zoo. Natural décor depicting animals like elephants, giraffes, bears, butterflies and dolphins will wow you. Fun times for kiddos, includes large outdoor musical instruments, animal matching games and creative crafts like a fun springtime pinwheel to catch the season’s.
Please notify Kristen Kramer at 317-630-2041, or by email volunteer@indyzoo.com.

Pinewood Derby Race Day
2019-04-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Indiana State Museum, 350 W. Washington, Indianapolis, IN, 46204, United States
On your mark, get set, GO…to the second-greatest spectacle in racing! You’re invited to race your derby card on our two-story, 125-foot track and see if you can come in first at the finish line.
The track is open for fun runs April 2 to 5 and April 7, with official race day on Saturday, April 6.
All participating cars must be registered by noon on race day. Enter your car by 2 p.m. for the “Best in Show” competition, where cars will be awarded based on visual design.
This program is in conjunction with the Boy Scouts of America, Crossroads of America Council.
Volunteers should contact Eric Todd 317-607-9483, or by email etodd@indianamuseum.org) Dates: April 2 – 7, 2019, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Indiana Repertory Theatre – A Doll’s House, Part 2
2019-04-06 16:00 - 19:00, 2019-04-07 13:00 - 16:00 | Indiana Repertory Theater – Main Stage, 140 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN, 46204, United States
Straight from Broadway, A Doll’s House, Part 2 begins fifteen years after Nora left her husband and her children. As she returns to the place where she slammed the door on her past, long-kept secrets are split wide open. A scaldingly funny and deadly serious exploration of divorce, family, and lost love. The mission of the Indiana Repertory Theatre is to produce top-quality, professional theatre and related activities, providing experiences that will engage, surprise, challenge, and entertain people throughout their lifetimes, helping us build a vital and vibrant community. We rely on a strong base of volunteer ushers to bring our shows to audiences every night!

Indiana Repertory Theatre – Amber Waves
2019-04-06 16:00 - 19:30, 2019-04-07 13:00 - 16:30, 2019-04-07 17:00 - 20:30, 2019-04-04 18:30 - 22:00, 2019-04-13 12:00 - 15:30, 2019-04-13 16:00 - 19:30, 2019-04-14 13:00 - 16:30 | Indiana Reperatory Theatre – Upper Stage, 140 W Washington St, Indianapolis, IN, 46204, United States
Hard times mean hard decisions as an Indiana family faces the prospect of losing their farm. This small-town tale returns by popular demand, featuring music by Tim Grimm and Jason Wilbur, with generous helpings of courage, love, and humor. The mission of the Indiana Repertory Theatre is to produce top-quality, professional theatre and related activities, providing experiences that will engage, surprise, challenge, and entertain people throughout their lifetimes, helping us build a vital and vibrant community. We rely on a strong base of volunteer ushers to bring our shows to audiences every night!

Children's Bureau Donation Room Assistants
2019-01-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Children’s Bureau Gene Glick Family Support Center, 1575 Dr Martin Luther King Jr St, Indianapolis, IN, 46202, United States
Children’s Bureau’s mission is to preserve families and protect the future of Indiana’s children. We accomplish our mission through an array of prevention and intervention programs. Children’s Bureau serves more than 43,000 children each year across Central Indiana and beyond. The donation room located at the Gene Glick Family Support Center in Indianapolis is a critical asset to the families we serve. Community members donate gently used clothing, toys, and household necessities. Volunteers are needed to maintain this room on an ongoing basis.

National History Day Indiana
2019-04-13 08:00 - 14:00 | University of Indianapolis, 1400 E. Hanna Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46227, United States
NHDI is an educational program that encourages learners in grades four through 12 to explore history that interests them. Students express their creativity and historical analysis through performances, documentaries, websites, papers and exhibits.
NHDI VOLUNTEER JUDGES
• Do not need prior knowledge of specific historical topics
• Will be required from 8 a.m. to approximately 2 p.m. the day of the contest
• Will discuss projects with learners and write thoughtful feedback
• Will influence which projects go on to state and national competitions
• Receive Professional Growth Points for volunteering

April Social
2019-04-14 18:00 - 21:00 | IN
Off to the Races
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Putt-Putt
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Sunday- April 14th, 2019
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Fastimes Indoor Karting
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Pirate’s Quest Putt – Putt Golf
3455 Harper Road
Indianapolis. IN
6 – 9 pm
Indy Ambassadors, Do you have the “Need for Speed” or the “Need to Putt” or just want to do both? Please join us at April’s Social, you can do both and much more.
Go Karting, in the Racing Capital of the World, gets your adrenaline going for excitement and some friendly competition. The question is,” who’ll have the fastest time”?
3,2,1 – The RACE is on!
The top 3 members with the fastest times of the evening will each” WIN a RACE” sponsored by Indianapolis Ambassadors. This race will be exhilarating, for the winners will have a “race off”, to determine “Indy Ambassadors Go Kart Champion of April’s Social – 2019”.
PUTT – PUTT
Pirate’s Quest mini golf course is conveniently located on the property, where you can enjoy playing 18 or 36 holes of putt-putt golf through Pirates Cove. Additional entertainment, activities, and refreshments are all in the state-of-the-art arcade.
Fastimes – Final Lap Kitchen serves:
fresh hand tossed pizza, subs, wraps, and snacks. Beverages; Pepsi, bottle, draft beer and wine.
Fastimes pricing:
$15.00 per race, includes double kart. (2 people can share a kart)
$ 2.00 for balaclava (head sock) – You can bring your own head sock to wear under the helmet
Pirates Quest Pricing:
Adult – $6.75 -18 holes; $8.75-36 holes
Senior – $5.75 -18 holes; $7.75 -36 holes
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https://www.meetup.com/indyambassadors/events/260462786/
Looking forward to sharing another Indy Ambassadors Social Experience!
Jeannette
requirements: closed toe shoes, you can also bring your own full face helmet

Indianapolis Ballet Tchaikovsky Masterpiece
2019-04-18 18:00 - 22:00 | Indianapolis Museum of Art | Newfields, 4000 Michigan Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46208, United States
Indianapolis Ballet will close its first full season in epic fashion with a full staging of the Tchaikovsky masterpiece, presented by Barnes and Thornburg LLP. Performances across the Easter weekend will take place Thursday and Friday evening and Saturday afternoon at The Toby at Newfields – the official Performance Residency Partner of Indianapolis Ballet.

Earth Day Indianapolis
2019-04-20 07:00 - 18:30 | Military Park, 601 W New York Street , Indianapolis, IN, United States
The 2019 Earth Day Indiana Festival, our 30th annual!, will be held on Saturday, April 20, 2019, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Historic Military Park at White River State Park in downtown Indianapolis. The festival has over 125 exhibitors, live music, food trucks, beer garden, and a 5K run/walk. Kid’s activities include an Eco-Easter Egg Hunt at 2:00pm, STEM Scouts mobile laboratory, LIFT Academy flight simulators, and hands-on activities provided by the Indianapolis Zoo, Indiana State Museum, White Pine Wilderness Academy and more. All ages can enjoy Giant Jenga, hula hoops, frisbees, lightsaber duels and a GaGa Pit. This family-friendly event is free. Clean out your junk drawer and bring along used cell phones (including chargers & cords!), old batteries, and left-over medications.i

Indianapolis Ballet - Swan Lake
2019-04-20 14:00 - 17:00 | Indianapolis Museum of Art | Newfields, 4000 Michigan Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46208, United States
