August 15 Issue

Around the Circle - Newsletter for Metro Indianapolis State Employees

Statehouse Market

See you at the Market!

Make plans to meet us for lunch this Thursday, August 16, on Robert D. Orr Plaza. We’ll be there from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Market is open rain or shine.

 CHECK OUT TOMORROW'S LINEUP:

Food Trucks

SerendipityNacho Mama'sPi IndyGeneral American Donut CompanyBackyard BBQSoladine ConcessionsEl VenezolanoRolling Asian DelightDer Pretzel WagenNicey TreatDashboard Diner - J & J – A Taste of Home Catering

Produce Vendors

VanAntwerp’s Farm Market - Poseys and Pumpkins - Biltz Greenhouses - Oberweis Dairy - Limelight Coffee - Groomsville Popcorn - Hot Toddy's - Simple Taste - Wildflower Ridge Honey

All vendors are subject to change.

Catch up on all our past Q&A interviews via the links below:

Connect with the Statehouse Market

Website • Twitter • Facebook


Volunteer to commemorate WWI 100th anniversary

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Help the Indiana Archives and Records Administration (IARA) commemorate the centennial of World War I by becoming a virtual volunteer on FromThePage.com.

Anyone with an Internet connection can help the IARA index its collection of service record cards. These cards detail the military service of Hoosier veterans who served during World War I.

To help, visit https://fromthepage.com/indianaarchives/indiana-wwi-service-record-cards and click Start Transcribing. You will be prompted to sign up for a free account.

Check the Help page for some transcription tips, and please send an email to arc@iara.in.gov if you have any questions.


Apply for a State of Indiana Public Service Recognition Scholarship by Sept. 1

WGU Indiana is offering the Public Service Recognition Scholarship to honor those dedicated to providing public service within the Hoosier state. As part of its commitment to statewide workforce development, WGU Indiana is extending $5,000 tuition scholarships to 10 State of Indiana employees seeking to advance their careers through one of WGU Indiana’s 60 online degree programs.  

For more information, eligibility requirements, and to apply, visit indiana.wgu.edu/INpublicservice


Weight tracking made simple

omada

With the Omada program, you’ll get a wireless smart scaled delivered right to your door (and connected to your online account).

Learn more >


Mini-mini discount for employees

Mini-mini


Have you heard about the upcoming 500 Festival mini-mini? Taking place on Sunday, August 26 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, the mini-mini gives Indiana’s youth an Indy Mini experience sized just for them! Kids aged 5-12 will compete in various distances ranging from a half-mile to 2.5 miles with all races finishing at the famed Yard of Bricks.

Just like the OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon, kids participating in the mini-mini will experience the larger-than-life fun of a 500 Festival running event, complete with course entertainment, massive cheering sections, participant timing and the coveted mini-mini medal. The top three male and female finishers in each category/distance will receive awards.

Spend a fun-filled afternoon with the family by joining the 500 Festival at the mini-mini. As an added bonus, State of Indiana employees can receive 20% off the pre-registration rate of $15 by entering “code” in the discount code field. 

Register at https://www.indymini.com/p/kidsrunning/minimini

Don’t delay, pre-registration ends August 23!

Bike Summit

Indiana Bike Walk Summit rolls on Aug. 29 and 30

Register today for the Indiana Bike Walk Summit to be held Wednesday, Aug. 29 through Thursday, Aug. 30 at the Omni Severin Hotel.

The hotel is located at 40 W. Jackson Place, Indianapolis. The summit is a joint effort between Bicycle Indiana and Health by Design and will help advance access, safety, connectivity and fun for people who walk, bike and ride transit. This year’s theme is “Leading Locally for Active Transportation.”

Representatives from cities and towns throughout the state will have an opportunity to showcase their efforts and to learn from others working in Indiana and around the nation. The cost is $175 per person for both days, which includes mobile workshops. Check out the exciting agenda and register at http://www.inbikewalksummit.org/.”


    Hoosier Harvest Market

    Next Delivery:

    THURSDAY, August 16
    IGC-South, Room W161
    2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. 


    Place your order for next week:

    hoosierharvestmarket.com


    August Lunch and Learn: Estate Planning

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    Estate planning is important for everyone. No matter how large or how modest, everyone has an estate, and something in common—you can’t take it with you when you die.

    The experts at Emswiller, Williams, Noland & Clarke, P.C., one of Elements Financial’s preferred legal services providers help you understand the important points to consider when creating your plan.

    In this seminar, you learn valuable estate planning information about wills, trusts, charitable giving, and how to establish designations and beneficiaries. Don’t miss out on this important information!

    Register for August 22 session >


    Upcoming yoga classes

    If you have wanted to try yoga, now is the time!

    Join us for a relaxing Yoga class the first three Fridays of each month, from noon to 1 p.m. Classes are open to anyone, regardless of fitness level or yoga experience. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!


    Discounts

    Click here to view the full list of state employee discounts.


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