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SUMMARY:Playing Across Age Groups
DESCRIPTION:There are many ways to play! \nJoin us as for the second webinar in the return of The Game Plan\, a free\, four-part series designed to provide practical solutions for principals\, district administrators\, teachers\, and leaders of youth serving organizations.\nAs students grow and learn new skills\, their approach to play evolves too. Discover games and resources that engage students across different grade levels\, ages\, and abilities. \nThe webinar will be offered twice\, at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and 3:30 PST/6:30 EST. \nRegister
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/playing-across-age-groups-2/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Power of Play and Proactive Group Management
DESCRIPTION:Our two day virtual interactive workshop teaches proven strategies to foster a stronger sense of engagement\, develop social/emotional skills\, and enhance opportunities for physical activity. Taught by professional Playworks trainers\, each workshop in the series draws on various learning styles and builds on core principles of child development. \nPlayworks and the Indiana Department of Health are proud to offer this training to Early Childhood Educators at no cost. While attendance is free\, participants must register and plan to attend both days. Materials will be mailed to each participant after registration and all attendees will be entered to win a mini play kit with all the equipment necessary to support Playworks games. Attendees will receive a clock hour certificate documenting attendance and content covered. \nNovember 13 and 15\, 5:30-7pm\nRegister now!
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/virtual-power-of-play-and-proactive-group-management/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231025T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231025T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T005047
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230928T171337Z
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SUMMARY:Playground Mapping 101
DESCRIPTION:Make sure your playground is prepared for play.\nJoin us as for the first webinar in the return of The Game Plan\, a free\, four-part series designed to provide practical solutions for principals\, district administrators\, teachers\, and leaders of youth serving organizations.\nDuring this next webinar\, we will explore playground mapping. \nRecess is safer (and more fun!) when games have their own dedicated locations on the playground. Learn how you can create a map for your playground that encourages safe and healthy play for all students. \nThe webinar will be offered twice\, at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and 3:30 PST/6:30 EST. \nRegister
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/playground-mapping-101/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231013T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T005047
CREATED:20230411T152751Z
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SUMMARY:2023 Playworks Indiana Corporate Kickball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Save the date!\nJoin us on Friday October 13\, 2023 for our Corporate Kickball Tournament.\nThe day will consist of tournament play\, lunch and beer\, prizes\, and a chance to connect with your colleagues. We will end the day with an awards ceremony to recognize the most successful teams for the day. Playworks’ well-trained\, enthusiastic professional staff will lead the excitement by bringing the skills and experience necessary to get everyone involved in a fun and inclusive event.\nRegistration info coming soon!
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/2023-playworks-indiana-corporate-kickball-tournament/
LOCATION:Irvington Sports Park\, 6949 E Raymond St\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46239\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230202
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SUMMARY:Get Groups Engaged Through Play
DESCRIPTION:Keeping kids attention can be tough. Play-based practices can help.\nJoin us as for webinar 3 of The Game Plan\, a free\, four-part webinar series designed to provide practical solutions for principals\, district administrators\, teachers\, and leaders of youth serving organizations .\nDuring this next webinar\, we will explore: \n\nUsing play-based practices to create systems to effectively manage large groups\nImplementing proactive systems to address disruptive behavior before it occurs\nInfusing play into the day to ensure effective communication with students\n\nLeave this webinar with a better understanding of the group management strategies that are both fun and effective. \nThe webinar will be offered twice\, at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and 3:30 PST/6:30 EST. \nRegister now\n\nLearn more about the full series and other upcoming webinar topics
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/get-groups-engaged-through-play/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221216
DTSTAMP:20260417T005047
CREATED:20220909T165807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T144621Z
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SUMMARY:Play Leadership Essentials Training for Early Childhood Educators
DESCRIPTION:Our two-day virtual\, interactive workshop teaches proven strategies to foster a stronger sense of engagement\, develop social-emotional skills\, and enhance opportunities for physical activity. \nTaught by professional Playworks trainers\, each workshop in the series draws on various learning styles and builds on core principles of child development. The program’s workshops include: \n\nThe Power of Play – This workshop introduces the importance of play and lays the foundation for creating a safe\, healthy\, and respectful environment for children. It also includes a discussion of the various barriers children may face and how to overcome those barriers.\nGroup Management 1: Proactive Strategies – Here we explore five key group management strategies that adults can use to set children up for successful group behavior.\nEffective Game Facilitation – this workshop is designed to increase participants’ ability to facilitate our games. In addition\, we impart the Playworks methodology for transitioning between activities and building cooperation among children.\nIndoor Play Design – This workshop teaches participants indoor games to keep groups to keep kids physically active throughout the day\, even on days when it’s not possible to get outdoors.\n\nOption 1: October and November\nWhen: October 31 and November 2 12:00pm-5:00pm \nWhere: Virtual Platform \nRegister \nOption 2: December\nWhen: December 13 and 15 12:00pm-5:00pm \nWhere: Virtual Platform \nRegister \nPlease contact Abby Roach at abigail.roach@playworks.org with questions. \n 
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/play-leadership-essentials-training-for-early-childhood-educators-4/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221208
DTSTAMP:20260417T005047
CREATED:20221026T124151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T160608Z
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SUMMARY:3 Questions to Ask About Your Indoor Recess Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Indoor recess doesn’t have to be intimidating.\nJoin us as for webinar 2 of The Game Plan\, a free\, four-part webinar series designed to provide practical solutions for principals\, district administrators\, teachers\, and leaders of youth serving organizations .\nDuring this next webinar\, we will explore 3 questions to ask as you approach indoor recess: \n\nIs it really recess?\nAre you getting the most out of your space?\nWho else can get involved?\n\nLeave this webinar with a better understanding of the benefits students can enjoy even when recess is moved inside\, the pros and cons of different play spaces\, and the staffing and support needed for an effective indoor recess.  \nThe webinar will be offered twice\, at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and 3:30 PST/6:30 EST. \nRegister now\n\nLearn more about the full series and other upcoming webinar topics
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/3-questions-to-ask-about-your-indoor-recess-webinar/
LOCATION:IN
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DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20221006T170000
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CREATED:20220608T163750Z
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SUMMARY:2022 Kickball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Save the date!\nOur Kickball Tournament is our most popular event of the year! The day is filled with games\, drinks\, food\, and a good time with coworkers. Teams ranging between 10-15 people get to participate in our double elimination tournament and compete for the championship trophy! This event is great for an employee engagement\, team building\, or to connect with clients. We’re looking for teams now! \nThis years tournament will be on Thursday October 6 from 9-5 at Midwest Sports Complex. \nInterested in participating in our 2022 Corporate Kickball Tournament? \nRegister today!
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/2022-kickball-tournament/
LOCATION:Midwest Sports Complex\, 7509 New Augusta Rd.\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46268\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221006
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221007
DTSTAMP:20260417T005047
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T183427Z
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SUMMARY:5 Ways to Have a Great Recess Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Big changes start small.\nJoin us as we kick-off The Game Plan\, a free\, four-part webinar series designed to provide practical solutions for principals\, district administrators\, teachers\, and leaders of youth serving organizations .\nDuring the first webinar\, you will learn the 5 key components of a great recess: \n\nSafety on the Playground\nEffective Systems (play space\, transitions\, equipment\, & visuals)\nEngaged & Empowered Adults & Students\nConflict Resolution\nGames\, games\, games\, games!\n\nLeave this webinar with a better understanding of the value of play and recess\, how to identify and improve your play space\, games that you can deliver right away\, and how to help ensure students feel safe and engaged in play.  \nWe’ll also discuss our Recess CheckUp\, an online quiz designed to help you identify strengths and uncover areas for improvement. Get a head start by taking the three-minute check-up prior to the webinar. \nThe webinar will be offered twice\, at 12:30 PST/3:30 EST and 3:30 PST/6:30 EST. \nRegister now\n\nLearn more about the full series and other upcoming webinar topics
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/5-ways-to-have-a-great-recess-webinar/
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CREATED:20210810T184916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T230516Z
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SUMMARY:Play Leadership Essentials Training for Early Childhood Educators
DESCRIPTION:The Playworks Play Leadership Essentials is our 2-day virtual interactive workshop that teaches proven strategies to foster a stronger sense of engagement\, prevent and redirect challenging behavior\, develop social-emotional skills\, and enhance opportunities for physical activity. Taught by professional Playworks trainers\, each workshop in the series draws on various learning styles and builds on core principles of child development. The program’s workshops include: \n\nThe Power of Play—This workshop introduces the importance of play and lays the foundation for creating a safe\, healthy\, and respectful environment for children. It also includes a discussion of the various barriers children may face and how to overcome those barriers.\nGroup Management 1: Proactive Strategies—Here we explore five key group management strategies that adults can use to set children up for successful group behavior.\nEffective Game Facilitation—This workshop is designed to increase participants’ ability to facilitate our games. In addition\, we impart the Playworks methodology for transitioning between activities and building cooperation among children.\nIndoor Play Design—This workshop teaches participants indoor games\, how to map indoor play spaces\, and how to create action plans to keep children physically active.\n\nPlayworks and the Indiana State Department of Health are proud to offer this training to Early Childhood Educators at no cost. While attendance is free\, participants must register and plan to attend both days. Materials will be mailed to each participant after registration and all attendees will be entered to win a mini play kit with all the equipment necessary to support Playworks games. Attendees will receive a clock hour certificate documenting attendance and content covered.  \n*Participants will be invited to a 60 minute follow up call 4-6 weeks following the initial workshop.* \nOption 1: SEPTEMBER\nWhen: September 13 and 15 12:00pm-5:00pm \nWhere: Virtual Platform \n  \nOption 2: OCTOBER\nWhen: October 25 and 27 12:00pm-5:00pm \nWhere: Virtual Platform \n  \nOption 3: NOVEMBER\nAmerican Sign Language interpreter\npresent in this training session. \nWhen: November 16 and 18 12:00pm-5:00pm \nWhere: Virtual Platform \n  \nOption 4: JANUARY\nWhen: January 19 and 21 12:00pm-5:00pm \nWhere: Virtual Platform \nREGISTER HERE \nPlease contact Abby Roach at abigail.roach@playworks.org with questions.
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/play-leadership-essentials-training-for-early-childhood-educators-3/
LOCATION:IN
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210331T200933Z
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SUMMARY:Play Leadership Essentials Training for Early Childhood Educators
DESCRIPTION:The Playworks Play Leadership Essentials is our 2-day virtual interactive workshop that teaches proven strategies to foster a stronger sense of engagement\, prevent and redirect challenging behavior\, develop social-emotional skills\, and enhance opportunities for physical activity. Taught by professional Playworks trainers\, each workshop in the series draws on various learning styles and builds on core principles of child development. The program’s workshops include: \n\nThe Power of Play—This workshop introduces the importance of play and lays the foundation for creating a safe\, healthy\, and respectful environment for children. It also includes a discussion of the various barriers children may face and how to overcome those barriers.\nGroup Management 1: Proactive Strategies—Here we explore five key group management strategies that adults can use to set children up for successful group behavior.\nEffective Game Facilitation—This workshop is designed to increase participants’ ability to facilitate our games. In addition\, we impart the Playworks methodology for transitioning between activities and building cooperation among children.\nIndoor Play Design—This workshop teaches participants indoor games\, how to map indoor play spaces\, and how to create action plans to keep children physically active.\n\nPlayworks and the Indiana State Department of Health are proud to offer this training to Early Childhood Educators at no cost. While attendance is free\, participants must register and plan to attend both days. Materials will be mailed to each participant after registration and all attendees will be entered to win a mini play kit with all the equipment necessary to support Playworks games. Attendees will receive a clock hour certificate documenting attendance and content covered. \nWhen: May 17 and 19 12:00pm-5:00pm \nWhere: Virtual Platform \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/play-leadership-essentials-training-for-early-childhood-educators-2/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210219T120000
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SUMMARY:Play Leadership Essentials Training for Early Childhood Educators
DESCRIPTION:The Playworks Play Leadership Essentials is our 2-day virtual interactive workshop that teaches proven strategies to foster a stronger sense of engagement\, prevent and redirect challenging behavior\, develop social-emotional skills\, and enhance opportunities for physical activity. Taught by professional Playworks trainers\, each workshop in the series draws on various learning styles and builds on core principles of child development. The program’s workshops include: \n\nThe Power of Play—This workshop introduces the importance of play and lays the foundation for creating a safe\, healthy\, and respectful environment for children. It also includes a discussion of the various barriers children may face and how to overcome those barriers.\nGroup Management 1: Proactive Strategies—Here we explore five key group management strategies that adults can use to set children up for successful group behavior.\nEffective Game Facilitation—This workshop is designed to increase participants’ ability to facilitate our games. In addition\, we impart the Playworks methodology for transitioning between activities and building cooperation among children.\nIndoor Play Design—This workshop teaches participants indoor games\, how to map indoor play spaces\, and how to create action plans to keep children physically active.\n\nPlayworks and the Indiana State Department of Health are proud to offer this training to Early Childhood Educators at no cost. While attendance is free\, participants must register and plan to attend both days. Materials will be mailed to each participant after registration and all attendees will be entered to win a mini play kit with all the equipment necessary to support Playworks games. Attendees will receive a clock hour certificate documenting attendance and content covered.  \nOption #1\nFULL\, WAITLIST ONLY!!\nWhen: February 2nd and 4th 12:00pm-5:00pm \nWhere: Virtual Platform \nRegister Here \nOption #2\nFULL\, WAITLIST ONLY!!\nWhen: February 17th and 19th 12:00pm-5:00 pm \nWhere: Virtual Platform \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/play-leadership-essentials-training-for-early-childhood-educators/
LOCATION:IN
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UID:1297-1602079200-1602082800@www.playworks.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Play For a Generation of Impact
DESCRIPTION:How can play help kids develop\, practice social and emotional skills\, and get physically active in virtual or hybrid environments or in-person experiences that are COVID-19 safe?\nFind out by joining Playworks and other supporters nationwide and Let’s Play!\nDuring this unique virtual event\, you will experience how play feels right now. Teachers\, coaches\, and kids will share their stories of the back to school journey and how play and Playworks have eased the transition. Playworks President Elizabeth Cushing will highlight the current state of the organization and our school communities\, and Playworks Founder Jill Vialet will highlight her predictions for the future of play. \nFor almost 25 years\, Playworks has leveraged the power of play to bring out the best in every kid. While historically our services have mostly been in person\, we’ve transformed the Playworks experience to ensure that we can support kids and school staff in their current environment-whatever that is- and ensure they get to benefit from playing every day. We need support to be here for generations to come. \nLet’s Play together to recognize this impact on the past generation and raise critical funds to support the next. Thanks to the generous support of Swapnil Agarwal for every $1 donated\, Playworks will receive an additional $2\, up to $100\,000. If you can’t attend but still want to make a difference please donate now. \nRegister Now \nIf you can’t attend on this day\, you’re in luck! We’ll be hosting a second event on Thursday\, October 8. \nRegister for that event here.
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/lets-play-for-a-generation-of-impact/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20180423T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20180423T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T005047
CREATED:20180626T234427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180626T235134Z
UID:706-1524504600-1524511800@www.playworks.org
SUMMARY:Happy Hour Recess
DESCRIPTION:We’ve got the cure for your case of the Monday’s! Join us on Monday April 23 for Happy Hour Recess at Sun King Brewing in Downtown Indianapolis! Unlike your regular happy hour\, you’ll get to enjoy your after work pint with some classic playground games\, like foursquare\, dodgeball and rock\, paper\, scissors! \nSun King will donate a portion of their pint sales to Playworks so come drink and play games with us for a couple hours and support our mission to bring safe\, healthy and inclusive play to all kids! Be sure to stick around until the end for a final game and a chance to win a pair of tickets to the Indy Eleven Game against Louisville City at Lucas Oil Stadium on May 5! \nPart of the Playworks Indiana Kickball Tournament? Then you definitely do not want to miss this event! Any team participating in the Kickball Tournament that joins us at Happy Hour Recess (must have at least 5 members from your team attend) will receive one free out to use at anytime on game day! \n  \nWhen:\nMonday\, April 23\, 2018\n5:30 P.M. – 7:30 P.M. \nWhere:\nSun King Brewing\n135 North College Avenue\nIndianapolis\, IN 46202 \n  \nJoin us \n  \nThank you to our partner:\n\n \n 
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/happy-hour-recess/
LOCATION:Sun King Brewing\, 135 North College Avenue\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Emily Kitterman":MAILTO:emily.kitterman@playworks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20180207T074500
DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20180207T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T005047
CREATED:20180116T174601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180116T222604Z
UID:608-1517989500-1517999400@www.playworks.org
SUMMARY:PlayShop
DESCRIPTION:Playworks\, in partnership with the Indiana State Department of Health\, is pleased to offer a PlayShop; a two and a half hour experiential workshop designed to empower you to transform your recess or your physical activity programming! \nThe PlayShop will equip you with: \n\nTangible group management and conflict resolution tools that can be implemented immediately;\nAn inspired understanding of how recess\, play and physical activity can positively impact school climate;\nA powerful perspective on the barriers students face when accessing healthy play and how adults can ease those challenges.\n\nCome experience Playworks first hand and learn more about how partnership can help your school or organization reach its goals. This training is great for district administrator\, principals\, and other educational leaders. \nA light breakfast and coffee will be provided. Playworks will raffle off TWO mini play kits\, valued at $150\, including all the basic equipment needed to make safe & healthy play a reality! (one entry per organization/school). \nWhen:\nWednesday\, February 7th\, 2018\n7:45 AM – 10:300 AM \nWhere:\nSol Center\n708 E Michigan Street\nIndianapolis\, IN 46220 \n  \nSiGN UP TODAY! \n  \nThank you to our partner:\n\n \n 
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/playshop/
LOCATION:Sol Center\, 708 E. Michigan\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Audrey Hallmann":MAILTO:audrey.hallmann@playworks.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20171109T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20171109T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T005047
CREATED:20171006T225751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171007T002258Z
UID:447-1510245000-1510254000@www.playworks.org
SUMMARY:PlayShop
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH)\, Playworks is pleased to offer our PlayShop\, a two and a half hour experiential workshop designed to empower you to transform your recess. The PlayShop will equip you with: \n\nTangible group management and conflict resolution tools that can be implemented immediately\nAn inspired understanding of how recess\, play\, and physical activity can positively impact school climate\nA powerful perspective on the barriers students face when accessing healthy play and how adults can ease those challenges\n\nTraining great for principals\, assistant principals\, and other school leaders. \nDinner provided. One lucky school will walk away with a recess kit valued at over $400 including everything necessary to make safe & healthy play a reality on the playground! Must be present to win. \nWhen:\nThursday\, November 9\, 2017\n4:30 PM – 7:00 PM MDT \nWhere:\nCold Spring School\n3650 Cold Spring Rd\nIndianapolis\, IN 46222 \nRegister for this free event \n  \nThank you to our partner:
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/447/
LOCATION:Cold Spring School\, 3650 Cold Spring Rd\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46222\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170502T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170502T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T005047
CREATED:20170926T145946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171002T180003Z
UID:129-1493748000-1493748000@www.playworks.org
SUMMARY:PlayShop Indiana
DESCRIPTION:Playworks is pleased to offer our PlayShop\, a two and a half-hour experiential workshop designed to empower you to transform your recess. The PlayShop will equip you with: \n\nTangible group management and conflict resolution tools that can be implemented immediately\nAn inspired understanding of how recess\, play\, and physical activity can positively impact school climate\nA powerful perspective on the barriers students face when accessing healthy play and how adults can ease those challenges\n\nTraining great for principals\, assistant principals\, and other school leaders. \nWhen:\nTuesday\, May 2\, 2017\n4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. EDT \nWhere:\nCrooked Creek Elementary School\n2150 Kessler Blvd. West Drive\nIndianapolis\, IN 46228 \nThis event is now over.
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/playshop-indiana/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170420T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170420T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T005047
CREATED:20170926T145922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20170928T180055Z
UID:122-1492707600-1492707600@www.playworks.org
SUMMARY:3rd Annual Corporate Kickball Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Playworks IN 3rd Annual Corporate Kickball Challenge \nIt is here…it is now and it is on!! \nGet ready to leave it all on the field during an epic day of Play all to benefit Playworks Indiana! \nBe the Ball…Be the Magic…Be the Power that is Playworks IN! \nThe Ultimate Field Day! A chance to assemble a team of colleagues and friends for a day of Play all to benefit Playworks Indiana! Get outside and kick off Spring in Indianapolis with an afternoon of spirited competition\, great food and fabulous beer! The ultimate team building and networking opportunity that will help Playworks Indiana bring more Play to Every Kid Everyday!! T-shirts\, lunch\, games and after-party! \nWhen:Thursday\, April 20\, 201712:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. \nWhere:Broad Ripple Park1500 Broad Ripple Ave.Indianapolis\, IN 46220
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/3rd-annual-corporate-kickball-tournament/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20170113T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20170113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T005047
CREATED:20170926T145810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171002T175936Z
UID:115-1484325000-1484335800@www.playworks.org
SUMMARY:PlayShop in Indiana
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with IPS Education Foundation\, Playworks is pleased to offer our PlayShop\, a three hour experiential workshop designed to empower you to transform your recess or your physical activity programming! The PlayShop will equip you with: \n\nTangible group management and conflict resolution tools that can be implemented immediately\nAn inspired understanding of how recess\, play and physical activity can positively impact school climate\nA powerful perspective on the barriers students face when accessing healthy play and how adults can ease those challenges\n\nThis training is great for district administrators\, principals and other educational leaders who are responsible for providing students with a safe\, healthy and positive school culture. \n\n\nWhen:\nThursday\, January 19\, 2017\n4:00 PM – 7:00 PM MST \nWhere:\n708 E. Michigan Street\nIndianapolis\, IN 46202 \n \nIn partnership with: \n \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/playshop-in-indiana/
LOCATION:IN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20160421T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20160421T143000
DTSTAMP:20260417T005047
CREATED:20170926T145720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190426T201739Z
UID:112-1461249000-1461249000@www.playworks.org
SUMMARY:Let's Kick It
DESCRIPTION:Playworks Indiana Corporate Kickball\nWhen: Thursday\, April 21st\, 2016 \nWhere: IUPUI Carroll Stadium \nWhat to expect: Fierce Competition\, Amazing Food & Sun King Beer \n\nThe ultimate corporate play day is here. Get in the game! Playworks Corporate Kickball is launching into its second year with an amazing day filled with healthy competition\, great food\, and a serious after party brought to you by our friends at Sun King. Grab your friends and colleagues\, pull together a team of 8-15 from your company\, and then challenge your business rivals to meet you at Carroll Stadium on the IUPUI Campus\, April 21\, 2016 to face off in what is sure to be an epic day of sport. \n\n\nThis is play with a purpose. You get to compete\, go all out to take top honors\, and earn bragging rights for the year.  In return\, you are bringing safe\, inclusive recess to the most vulnerable children in Central Indiana EVERYDAY of the school year! One day of team-building on the field\, good old-fashioned play for your company = recess for thousands of Indianapolis kids\, everyday! \n\n\nReady to get in the game? Need more info? Contact Christine McConnell at christine.mcconnell@playworks.org or call 317-602-4771
URL:https://www.playworks.org/indiana/event/lets-kick-it/
LOCATION:IUPUI Carroll Stadium\, 1001 West New York Street\, Indianapolis\, IN\, 46202\, United States
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