October Family Friendly Events 2015

Here come the October Family Friendly Events 2015. October is my birth month and it’s also my blog’s birth month. My blog is celebrating it’s fourth year….me?….well, I’m a little older. Thanks to everyone that follows me. I hope that I am giving you some of the help you are looking for while enjoying the children in your life.

Fall has arrived and, with it, many autumn activities; apple picking, choosing a pumpkin, jumping in leaves and so much more. Below are listed the activities I have found, for the Indianapolis area, for you to enjoy with your family. Be sure to check back often because I will add things as I find them. Follow Love to Laugh and Learn on Facebook for reminders and please feel free to leave comments and suggestions of things you would like to see me cover.

I’ve listed several of the orchards and pumpkin patches that I am aware of for our area. Just click on the name of the orchard or pumpkin patch and it will take you to their site to learn more about their activities for this month. If you aren’t from the Indianapolis area, please leave a comment about the pumpkin patch or orchard that you enjoy visiting during the fall. And if you are from the Indianapolis area and you realize I have missed a special place please let me know.

Fun Places to Go in October:

Beasley’s Orchard & Gardens  Danville, IN
Kelsey Farms  Whiteland, IN
Lark Ranch  Greenfield, IN
Piney Acres  Fortville, IN
Smith Family Farms  Pendleton, IN
Stony Creek Farm  Noblesville, IN
Stuckey’s Farm Market  Sheridan, IN
Tuttle Orchards Greenfield, IN
Waterman’s Family Farm  2 locations: Indianapolis & Greenwood, IN

More Fun Things to Do:

October 29
Thursday

Indianapolis Children’s Museum’s Pirate’s Revenge Haunted House
IPL’s Lights On Hours
Recommended for children who scare easily.
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
3000 N Meridian St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Indianapolis Children’s Museum’s Pirate’s Revenge Haunted House
Defender Direct’s Frightening Hours
Recommended for children who dare to be scared
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
3000 N Meridian St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
3:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Free Community Drum Circle for the Whole Family
Sharing musical experiences, with the family, can be so much fun. Bongo Boys Music School (not just for boys) gives your family an opportunity to find the rhythm of the beat together, every Thursday evening. It’s a free community drum circle and all ages are welcome. No experience necessary. Drums will be provided by Bongo Boy Music School and REMO.
Bongo Boy Music School
8481 Bash St. Suite 1100
Indianapolis, IN 46250
(Located in the Castleton Area about .3 miles north of 82nd street on Bash St.)
7:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
Free

October 30
Friday

It’s time to enjoy Snow White at Beef and Boards. Are you ready to introduce your child to the wonderful world of live drama? Beef and Boards has an awesome children’s program. The classic fairy tale of a princess that is poisoned and falls into a deep sleep, until her Prince Charming awakens her with a kiss. The show is one hour long with no intermission. A drink and snack are included with your admission.
Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre
9301 Michigan Road
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Showtimes: 10:00 a.m. (doors open 30 minutes prior to show)
$15.50 per person

Indianapolis Children’s Museum’s Pirate’s Revenge Haunted House
IPL’s Lights On Hours
Recommended for children who scare easily.
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
3000 N Meridian St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Indianapolis Children’s Museum’s Pirate’s Revenge Haunted House
EMC2 Xtreme Scream
This is not for the faint of heart. Only the super brave should attempt this feat.
Youth under age 13 must be accompanied by an adult.
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
3000 N Meridian St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
8:30 – 11:00 p.m.

October 31
Saturday

Kid’s Rhythm Club – Shake, Rattle & Roll – for ages from the Womb to 36 Months
Bongo Boys Music School has added a new event! Shake, Rattle & Roll for the little ones in your family. You are never too young (or too old) to get your groove on. All materials, instruments & drums will be provided by Bongo Boy Music School and REMO.
Bongo Boy Music School
8481 Bash St. Suite 1100
Indianapolis, IN 46250
(Located in the Castleton Area about .3 miles north of 82nd street on Bash St.)
9:30 a.m. – 10:10 a.m.
$5.00 per child (Parents are free)

Kid’s Rhythm Club – “Jam as a Fam” for Ages 3 – 8 yrs old
Do your children love beating on pots and pans?…using your end table as a drum? Check out the Kid’s Rhythm Club at Bongo Boy Music School every Saturday. Children will explore rhythm making and rhythm making games. Recommended ages are for kids 3-12 but all ages are welcome. Older kids and parents play supportive rhythms while younger kids explore rhythm on various instruments. Parents must stay with their children and are encouraged to participate.
Bongo Boy Music School
8481 Bash St. Suite 1100
Indianapolis, IN 46250
(Located in the Castleton Area about .3 miles north of 82nd street on Bash St.)
10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
$5.00 per child (Parents are free)

It’s time to enjoy Snow White at Beef and Boards. Are you ready to introduce your child to the wonderful world of live drama? Beef and Boards has an awesome children’s program. The classic fairy tale of a princess that is poisoned and falls into a deep sleep, until her Prince Charming awakens her with a kiss. The show is one hour long with no intermission. A drink and snack are included with your admission.
Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre
9301 Michigan Road
Indianapolis, IN 46268
Showtimes: 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. (doors open 30 minutes prior to show)
$15.50 per person

Indianapolis Children’s Museum’s Pirate’s Revenge Haunted House
IPL’s Lights On Hours
Recommended for children who scare easily.
The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis
3000 N Meridian St
Indianapolis, IN 46208
10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Peanut Butter and Jam Saturday morning music series at the Palladium.
You and your child will be able to explore a multitude of musical genres. You will get to experience 30 minutes of music and then get 15 minutes to explore and play with the musical instruments. These performances are specially geared for children ages 1 to 7 years old. Today your child will have some Halloween fun with Ruditoonz. Dress the kids in their Halloween costumes and come expecting a spooktacular time. We’ve had the pleasure of singing and dancing with Ruditoonz at a couple of events this past summer. Come and experience the fun yourself. Two adults get in free with the purchase of a child’s ticket. There is limited seating for these events. To purchase tickets, call the Box Office at 317-843-3800.
Palladium (in the Robert Adam’s room)
355 City Center Drive
Carmel, IN 46032
10:30 a.m.
$10 for child (2 adults get in free with each child’s ticket)

Free crafts for kids every Saturday at the Lakeshore Learning Store. This Saturday your child will be able to make a spooky spiderweb. Lakeshore is an Educational Store that has wonderful toys and craft supplies for use at home or in the classroom.
1300 E. 86th Street
Indianapolis, IN 46240
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Free

Visit Peewinkles Puppet Studio for a little Halloween fun. Let Witch Gertrude introduce you to her ghoulish friends on strings. Lots of laughs for the whole family.
Peewinkles Puppet Studio
25 E. Henry Street
Indianapolis, IN 46225
Tickets: $12, Under two, free.
Optional post show workshop $3 (purchase in studio after show)
6:30 p.m.

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