Tuesday
Community Tuesdays at White River State Park● Take advantage of special discounts each Tuesday for visits to the Eiteljorg, Indiana State Museum, NCAA, White River Gardens and the Indianapolis Zoo ● 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis ● 233-2434 ● www.inwhiteriver.org
Geckos Exhibit at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis ● Watch these lizards run up walls and across ceilings while barking, hissing, and breaking off their own tails. Can your pets do that? ● 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday through May 15 ● 3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis ● Price included with museum admission ● 334-3322 ● www.childrensmuseum.org
Wednesday
‘Menopause, The Musical’ ● A side-splitting musical comedy about women going through “the change”; hot flashes, memory loss and changes in sexual appetite set to music from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s ● 1 p.m. and 8 p.m.● 8 p.m. shows Tuesday through Saturday with additional 1 p.m. show Thursday and an additional 1:30 p.m. show Saturday; 1:30 on Sunday ● Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre, 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis ● Starting at $37.50 ● 872-9664 ● www.beefandboards.com
Thursday
Carmel Community Players Present: ‘The Little Foxes’ ● Set in small-town Alabama in 1900, a woman is not considered a legal heir. Therefore, Regina Hubbard Giddens must rely on her sick, handicapped husband for financial security, while her brothers benefit from wealthy independence. ● 8 p.m. through Saturday; 2:30 p.m. Sunday ● Clay Terrace Lifestyle Center, 14390 Clay Terrace Blvd., Carmel ● $15; $12 for seniors ages 62 and older and for students. $8 for students on Thursday night; $10 for seniors on Sunday. ● 815-9387 ● www.carmelplayers.org/
Fourth Annual Mom’s Night Out ● Pining for a girls’ night out? Enjoy a fun, free night of pampering or showcase your business for guests ● 6 to 9 p.m. ● 14390 Clay Terrace Blvd. #165 ● Free ● 818-0725 ● http://www.simon.com/mall/clay-terrace
Friday
Actors Theater of Indiana Presents: ‘My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra’● Music from the late Sinatra, one of the world’s best-selling artists of all time, includes famous hits, “Strangers in the Night,” “That Old Black Magic,” “Fly Me to the Moon,” “I’ve Got You Under My Skin” and “My Way.” ● The Studio at the Center for the Performing Arts, 3 Center Green, Carmel ● 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2 p.m. on Sunday● $40; $36.25 for seniors; $20 for students ● 843-3800 ● www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
Brad Paisley: Beat This Summer Tour presented by Cracker Barrel ● Paisley, who has accrued CMA & ACM awards for Vocalist of the Year and Entertainer of the Year in 2008 and 2010, blends country music with Southern rock. The singer is joined by artists, Chris Young, Lee Brice and The Henningsens. ● Klipsch Music Center, 12880 E. 146th St., Noblesville ● Starts at $30.25 ● 7 p.m. ● 800-745-3000 ● www.livenation.com/
Fishers Movies in the Park: ‘Paranorman’ ● Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and snacks and enjoy a free movie appropriate for the whole family. ● Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, 6 Municipal Dr., Fishers ● Dusk (about 8:45 p.m.) ● Free ● 595-3150 ● [email protected]
Saturday
‘Into the Woods’ at Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre ● A story of a cursed baker and his childless wife who meet favorite characters of children’s literature, including Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood and Rapunzel, as they come to life in one musical ● 3 Center Green, Suite 200, Carmel ● 5 p.m.; 7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday ● $44; $34 youth age 18 and younger ● 843-3800 ● www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.com
Mother’s Day Tea● A perfect afternoon for mothers and daughters; savor 5-course teas presented with fine china and moist, delicious cake with butter cream frosting ● R.L. Wilson House, 273 S. 8th St., Noblesville ● 11:30 a.m. ● Call Karen Piehl at 770-9399 ● http://www.heavenlysweetscakes.com
The Center Presents: Oak Ridge Boys● The country and gospel vocal quartet, well-known for hits like “Elvira,” “Bobbie Sue” and “American Made,” celebrates its 40th anniversary with a tour and commemorative CD project ● 1 Center Green, Carmel ● Starts at $23; starts at $18 for students under 18 ● 8 p.m. ● 843-3800 ● www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org
May Day 2013: Soundgarden, Bush, Awolnation and more● Klipsch Music Center’s grand opening weekend features various rock bands. ● 12880 E. 146th St., Noblesville ● 3 p.m. ● Tickets start at $15 ● 800-745-3000 ● www.livenation.com/
Sunday
Mother’s Day Brunch at Rita’s Backyard● Want to celebrate Mother’s Day without the typical loud, harried restaurant environment? Relax with friends and family and great food in a relaxing garden environment ● 12244 E. 116th St., Fishers ● Opens at 11 a.m. ● $24.95 per person; $8.95 for children ages 10 and younger ● 842-0235 ● http://www.ritasbackyard.com/Mother_s_Day_2013_RBY.pdf
La Bella Donna● Want to do something different for Mother’s Day? Take a train ride to Tipton and enjoy a Mother’s Day brunch at the Elks. All moms receive a long-stemmed rose. ● Indiana Transportation Museum, Forest Park, 701 Cicero Rd., Noblesville ● 11:30 a.m. ● $20.00 for adults; $10 for children ages 2 to 10; 2 and younger are free ● 773-6000 ● http://www.itm.org/