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Cultivating the city

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Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness presented the annual State of the City March 14 during the OneZone Commerce cover story luncheon. Instead of taking the traditional approach of summarizing the year’s economic development, he announced a new concept called AgriPark and announced a unique partnership between the city, community and schools. He also recognized employees and updated attendees on projects such as Geist Waterfront Park, Spark!Fishers and the Nickel Plate Amphitheatre.

AgriPark Having grown up on a farm, Fadness knows the benefits of growing and harvesting crops, tending livestock and operating farm equipment. A new concept will bring some of the aspects of farming to a 32-acre park in Fishers. According to Fadness, it will be the nation’s largest AgriPark.

“This will be a park where instead of the traditional soccer and baseball fields, it is a working farm,” Fadness said. “People sign up and come out and work on this farm to

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produce vegetables, livestock, you name it. Ultimately, that produce gets sold at a market. It is a true working farm. We think this will be a really dynamic and interesting addition to our current park system.”

The park will be operational this summer and will be located at 113th Street and Florida Road.

Fadness said the farm will benefit young people and the community as a whole.

“The ability to experience this for the next generation and for children to go out and experience what it’s like to work the land and see how farming culture occurs is a unique and dynamic addition to our park system,” he said.

The park will be operated by Brandywine Creek Farms. Some of the produce will be donated to the Good Samaritan Network for Hamilton County and food banks.

Nickel Plate Amphitheatre and Geist Waterfront Park Fadness provided a brief update on the amphitheater. He said construction should finish June 1 depending on weather. He said the construction will take the amphitheater up a notch in terms of architecture, but it also will address needs such as providing more restrooms.

The 70-acre Geist Waterfront Park will soon be completed as well.

“All residents in Fishers will have the opportu-

nity to experience the unique amenity that is Geist,” Fadness said.

Spark!Fishers Fadness didn’t talk much about Spark!Fishers other than to say 100 community members are now involved in the project. He said traditional celebrations such as fireworks and the parade will remain, but some new ones will be added to the Fourth of July festival.

“We will look to the future for new ideas and concepts, so stay tuned for more about Spark!Fishers,” he said. “I look forward to a wonderful event in June.”

dispatches Budget certified – The Dept. of Local Government Finance certified Hamilton County’s 2018 budget order and tax rates in February, paving the way for on-time property tax bills. The county auditor will calculate and mail tax bills by April 13. Taxes are due by May 10.

Cathedral donation – Marshall Dixon, emeritus professor of physics and astronomy at Butler University, has given a $2 million gift to Cathedral High School in honor of its upcoming 100th birthday. The donation will help support a new Innovation Center to expand the school’s commitment to STEM education. Dixon has published a physics book with Cathedral teacher Adam Hibshman.

State fair registration open – Registration is open for all competitions for the 2018 Indiana State Fair. Competitors can choose from 38 departments, including vegetables, livestock, photography and textiles. All ages are welcome to compete for cash prizes and 8,292 blue ribbons to be awarded. For registration information, visit indianastatefair.com/state-fair/ competitionscontests/.

Newcomers Club – The Fishers Newcomers Club meets the second Thursday of most months at 6:45 p.m. at the Delaware Township Building, 9090 E. 131st St. Meet friends, join one of our activity groups and participate in various charitable activities. For more, contact us at fishersnewcomers@gmail.com

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Harrison exhibit features surprise connections

Increased driving patrols – Law enforcement agencies across Indiana, including Hamilton County, will increase patrols for dangerous and impaired driving during March. Last year, the weekend beginning St. Patrick’s Day had the highest number crashes involving impaired drivers. With the holiday falling on a Saturday this year, police will conduct random patrols, saturation patrols and sobriety checkpoints to make our roads safer.

dential Site, 1230 N. Delaware St., Indianapolis. Hyde said the site has a total collection of 10,000 artifacts.

“We’re able to draw from that collection to be able to illustrate many of these connections in a really personal way,” he said. ”So, everything from letters from Theodore Roosevelt to Harrison to presidential memorabilia that was given to Harrison (are) some of these more surprising connections. Some of these stories we’ve come upon seem outlandish enough they could be in a movie, but they are entirely true.”

The exhibit is open every day though Oct. 31 and is included with general admission to the site. For more, visit presidentbenjaminharrison.org.

Suicide prevention training – Chaucie’s Place, 4607 E. 106th St., Carmel, will host QPR training from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. April 14. QPR stands for Question.Persuade.Refer. The method was developed to detect and respond to anyone exhibiting suicide warning signs. QPR is an evidence-based prevention program backed by 30 years of research. Cost is $25. Register online at EventBrite.com.

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The Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon parlor game was on Charlie Hyde’s mind.

“It’s a fun idea that somehow (actor) Kevin Bacon is connected to history everyone and everything,” said Hyde, a Geist resident.

So, Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site president and CEO Hyde and his staff decided to apply the same game with Harrison, the only U.S. president from Indiana.

“From Frederick Douglass to Marilyn Monroe to that itchy label on the back of your shirt has a intimate connection to Benjamin Harrison in a surprising way.”

Hyde said. “Just with his place in American History as the 23rd president, he’s tied to a dozen presidents, personally. So, everyone from his grandfather (William Henry Harrison), who was the ninth president of the United States, to future presidents that in his administration he gave them their first federal job with Theodore Roosevelt and William Howard Taft. A lot of these stories are interesting and compelling in a lot of ways that people might not expect.”

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Quilters Guild meeting – Mudsock Quilters Guild meets on the second Monday of each month at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall of Fishers United Methodist Church, 9691 E. 116th St. For more, visit MudsockQuiltersGuild.org.

Governor’s Fellowship applications – Gov. Eric Holcomb has announced that applications will be accepted through April 6 for the 2018-19 Governor’s Fellowship. The program is open to college graduates who receive or received bachelor’s degrees in the fall of 2017 or the spring of 2018. Fellows participate in the daily activities and operation of state government, complete special projects and experience firsthand how policies are made. The application and submission guidelines can be found online at in.gov/gov/fellowship.htm.

Golden Hoosier nominations – Nominations are being accepted for the 2018 Golden Hoosier Awards. To be eligible for the award, nominees must be Indiana residents, aged 65 or older and have been a volunteer in the community for the past three years. Nomination forms are available at lg.in.gov and are due by May 14.

Free gardening help – The Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District staff are available for free site visits to any backyard and community vegetable garden in Hamilton County. Staff can provide guidance with planning, advice on weed and pest management, soil health information and much more. To schedule a site visit, email andrew.fritz@hamiltoncounty.in.gov, or call 317-773-2181. In addition, tip sheets and many other online resources on a number of gardening topics are available at HamiltonSWCD.org/UrbanAgriculture.

Budget certified – The Dept. of Local Government Finance certified Hamilton County’s 2018 budget order and tax rates in February, paving the way for on-time property tax bills. The county auditor will calculate and mail tax bills by April 13. Taxes are due by May 10.

Cathedral donation – Marshall Dixon, emeritus professor of physics and astronomy at Butler University, has given a $2 million gift to Cathedral High School in honor of its upcoming 100th birthday. The donation will help support a new Innovation Center to expand the school’s commitment to STEM education. Dixon has published a physics book with Cathedral teacher Adam Hibshman.

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Late LPD officer honored

Lawrence Police Dept. Chief David Hofmann pays tribute to fallen LPD officer Craig Herbert at the government center March 6, the 13th anniversary of Herbert’s death. Herbert was killed in 2005 after a stolen van driven by a 15-year-old boy hit his patrol car. He was the first officer in LPD’s history to die in the line of duty. Herbert’s widow, Windy, and his parents were present for the moment of silence paid by public safety officers and city officials during the ceremony. (Submitted photos)

Dispatches Fortune Academy fundraiser – The Fortune Academy will hold its 16th annual Celebration Fundraiser from 6 to 11 p.m. April 21 at 502 East Event Center in Carmel. Tickets start at $100 and include silent auction, raffles, live auction, dinner and cocktails and live entertainment from Toy Factory.

Visit TheFortuneAcademy.org.

Golden Hoosier nominations – Nominations are being accepted for the 2018 Golden Hoosier Awards. To be eligible for the award, nominees must be Indiana residents, aged 65 or older and have been a volunteer in the community for the past three years. Nomination forms are available at lg.in.gov and are due by May 14.

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Sharp is running for the open seat Rick Sharp, a Carmel resident running for against Carmel Clerk-Treasurer Christine Pauley and Westfield resident Ken Alexan open seat on the Hampolitics ilton County Council, filed ander, who previously was the director of Grand Park. a lawsuit Feb. 20 Pauley said that the county’s Experience the excitement of our Summer Adventure Club where imaginations alleging the county’s new sign are free to run wild. Get ready for engineering design challenges, discoveries, sign ordinance is within state ordinance limits political free outdoor exploration and more. It’s going to be one epic summer. law and that she doesn’t exspeech.

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Amplify Hope creates platform for nonprofits

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Two organizations have partnered to create Amplify Hope, cover story a platform aimed at teaching nonprofits financial literacy, sustainability, board development, marketing and more out of the Collaborate 317 coworking space near Geist.

Amplify Indy and Community Outreach for Financial Education partnered to create the program. Currently, 50 nonprofits are going through the 10-month inaugural program.

Amplify Indy founder Harrison Painter said many nonprofits don’t approach their organization with a business mindset when they should.

“We have people in our program who put second mortgages on their houses.

They are in debt or broke and trying to help other people,” Painter said. “They don’t approach nonprofits as a business or a startup. I bring to the table that if you can’t eat, you can’t help other people eat, so let’s find a way to make this sustainable.”

Four mentors, Charles Guynn, COFFE CEO Josh Bach, professional grant writer Luke Keay and Painter lead the program by inviting guest speakers and following a curriculum. The curriculum includes nine monthly challenges nonprofits must conquer and a competitive fundraiser. Performance evalu-

ations, weekly training and more are all provided.

A recent monthly challenge required the nonprofits to raise $500 without using the internet and without contributing their own money.

“We want these nonprofits to go build their base,” Painter said. “We get lazy on the internet. We wanted them to sit in coffee shops and share their vision and ask people to donate or volunteer so they can physically build their own base.”

One nonprofit raised more than $900 during the challenge. Seventy percent of the nonprofits met the challenge.

For another challenge, nonprofits were required to submit a weekly video about their nonprofit on Facebook and raise $1,000, half on the internet and half otherwise.

“It’s a lifeline,” Painter said. “They’re going to always have to fundraise, no matter what.”

Amplify Hope also teaches on sustainability and creating a business to support the nonprofit.

The Hope Center, which launched out of Collaborate 317, is a nonprofit providing shelter to victims of sex trafficking and operates a boutique out of its facility.

This supports the nonprofit financially, as well as provide a way for the community to support The Hope Center by purchasing

clothes.

“Instead of always begging for money, now they have a way to create value to people,” Painter said. “We want them to run this just like a startup. We are just trying to break that cycle of broke for them.”

“Our syllabus was really created on the top 10 reasons nonprofits fail, and we are able to answer those with our curriculum,” Bach said.

Many of the nonprofits are from central Indiana. Painter said any nonprofit can apply to the program, but they are evaluated.

Out of the 50 accepted for the first program, 550 applied.

“One of the biggest things we look for is their willingness to thrive as an organization,” Bach said. “There has to be an element. We are definitely looking for positive energy.”

Painter said he plans to have the 10-month program culminate in a black-tie event. The group may look at expanding to other cities once it becomes established.

Amplify Hope’s goal is to improve its program for the 2019 session.

If accepted into the program, nonprofits are not charged. All costs are covered by corporate sponsorships and grants.

The Amplify Hope nonprofits meet twice weekly for a few hours at a time.

For more, visit amplifyindy.com

Harrison Painter served in the U.S. Navy from 1989 to 1992 at VP31 Moffett Field.

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new program: amplify vets In addition to the Amplify Hope program, Amplify Indy founder Harrison Painter is establishing an Amplify Vets program.

Amplify Vets is designed to help businesses started by veterans. Applications are being accepted for 50 military veterans in the Indianapolis area who would like to start or grow a business through the program.

The collaborative 6-month program offers veterans all the tools needed to start, or scale, a business. Members of Amplify Vets will have weekly training, bi-monthly mastermind sessions and a monthly accountability group. Veterans also will have an official business address with mail service and 24/7 access to a 300-person event center, a 50-person training room, a media studio and three boardrooms.

Applications are being accepted through March 31. For more, visit amplifyindy.com/amplify-vets-program/. Upon acceptance, there is a fee of $99 for the six-month program.

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The point of it Commentary by Terry Anker Wisdom can come from the strangest of places. The same is said, too, of the lack thereof. Having been in the business of either being young, or being co-domiciled with the young, most Americans can say they’ve watched an episode or two of “The Simpsons.” Amongst its accolades, it is the longest-running sitcom, animated series and scripted prime-time series. We are amused by the clever catch phrases, Marge’s piled-high blue hair and Homer’s hapless, yet boundless, commitment to “the boy, the girl and the baby.”

During its 28-year run, to date, we have come to know and care about the rag-tag cast of characters – their flaws, insight and machinations. Each plays a role as the relational drama, wrapped in more than a dollop of slapstick, unfolds neatly in less than 22 minutes. The beloved, but often ignored, patriarch of the clan is Abraham Jedediah “Abe” Simpson II – mostly called Grandpa.

Abe once remarked, “I used to be with it, but then they changed what it was. Now, what I’m with isn’t it, and what’s it seems weird and scary to me. It’ll happen to you.”

Aside from getting a quick laugh and making a solid point, the old man has shared the secret of the longevity of the series (and perhaps of a happy life). It is ethereal. We cannot hope to contain it. We cannot expect to stand still and be on it. In fact, and by its very nature, it moves around. And, so what that it does? The elder Simpson, like the show itself, adapts as times change but doesn’t obsess over being too much it. The family is stable. The attire is identical. And the sofa, one of the longest-running gags in television, is still pushed against the wall. Is it what it’s cracked up to be?

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What you should be measuring Commentary by Angelina Iturrian

There has been a lot of talk recently about big data. How to get on board, collect it, market research manage it and how to recruit data scientists to analyze it. Many are now looking toward data-mining techniques and hopes for AI to elevate big data into working and learning solutions, all in real time. But truth be told, most of our clients are still trying to get a foothold on simply utilizing their data.

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Better decisions This is the crux. What is the point in capturing data if it doesn’t provide any real insights that allow you to make better business decisions? Successful

brands know how they are different and what they do best. They avoid the “all things to all people” trap.

Look for trends and opportunities The beautiful thing about data is the potential to harness it into better products and strategy. Don’t get stuck focusing on data which simply tells you how much and how often. Look for unique groups and segments which signal trends or opportunities. Make sure you have data that focuses on the “jobs to be done.” Once you get to the point of knowing your way around the data, start compiling a list of possible actions you could take to engage what the data is telling you. This could be as simple as brainstorming calls to action for each corresponding data story.

Context is key Truth be told, listening is the most powerful thing any company can do.

What does the data really mean? But I never fail to be surprised by how much can be learned by simply listening to customers tell their stories. Data can only tell us so much if we don’t use the stories to thread the data points together.

Understanding context is what will lead to higher-level decision making.

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Commentary by Danielle Wilson We’ve been hit! The 2018 plague has finally reached the Wilson abode, and though I’m apparently immune, the humor mental strain of dealing with a sick kid has taken a toll (how long ‘til spring break?)

Two weeks ago, the nurse from Tiny Dancer’s school called and left a cryptic voicemail: “Your daughter is running a lowgrade fever. She’s been asleep for an hour but we don’t want to check her again in case she’s over 100.” If a student records higher than that, they cannot return to school for at least 24 hours. God bless her, the nurse didn’t want to be responsible for my youngest missing more class time than was necessary.

We skipped the pediatrician (who’d just say it’s viral and to drink lots of fluids) and treated her flu-like symptoms at home with ibuprofen and Sunny D. TD recovered and made it another 10 days before she was struck down again. When the thermometer reached nearly 103, I hauled her to the nearest MinuteClinic, where she tested negative for both flu and strep, though even the nurse practitioner wasn’t sure she had “gotten good swabs.” This was when I made a fatal error: I went online.

According to the stupid internet, TD could have anything from mono to Lyme disease, but if it was undetected strep, my baby was at risk for rheumatic fever and possible heart failure. For two nights, I lie awake wondering if an ER run was in our future, so I finally made an appointment with the doctor, who looked at me and said, “It’s viral; drink lots of fluids.”

I need spring break. Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.

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Don’t ask me, ask Siri

Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

I’m doing Kegels right now. I’m supposed to do 50 per day. When my doctor suggested I do them following a humor medical procedure, I was not familiar with these particular exercises. My wife knew what they were.

My sister knew, too. Heidi, my proofreader, was surprised to learn that men can do them. And I’m surprised … that this newspaper published this column.

I hesitated to write about doing Kegels after Mary Ellen and I discussed that I might have to include some private parts of my life (I think this is where I’m supposed say, “No pun intended”).

Kegels are a type of pelvic-floor exercise.

If you are a guy and are clueless about them, as I was, please look it up. I would explain exactly how to do them in this column, but I was even embarrassed when the doctor gave me the instructions in his office (I’ll wait while you ask Siri. Otherwise, the rest of this column will make no sense). By the way, Siri will definitely know what Kegels are. All women do.

While we’re watching a TV show or going somewhere in the car, Mary Ellen asks, “Are

you doing your exercises?” I always say “Yes.” It’s so easy to lie about this, compared to when I say things like, “Yes, dear, I know it looks like I’m napping, but I’m really on the treadmill.”

This daily regimen is simpler than the exercises required after my knee surgery.

During those physical therapy sessions, I would be groaning in pain, twisting my leg into places it didn’t want to go. But you wouldn’t know I was doing a Kegel exercise, although the other night at dinner Mary Ellen asked, “You’re doing your exercises right now, aren’t you?”

“Why, am I breathing heavily?”

“No, but your voice went up two octaves.”

This morning, I told Mary Ellen I had already exceeded the required number. She gave me a big hug as I walked out the door and said, “Good for you. You are the King of Kegels.”

“I am the King,” I said, “and right now my pelvis is leaving the building.”

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According to Riverview officials, the retail model will focus on customer service and treating patients quickly, with limited paperwork. ER services will be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, while the urgent care hours will be 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day. Each facility, to be completed in conjunction with North Texas-based Inuitive Health, will be approximately 10,000 square feet and developed by commercial real estate firm Equity and construction firm Meyer Najem.

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Riverview Health is expanding its services yet again in Development central Indiana in the form of four new facilities that will focus on emergency and urgent care.

The hospital, headquartered in Noblesville, announced plans to build four freestanding emergency departments with urgent care services – in north Carmel, west Carmel, Fishers and the Nora area of Indianapolis. All are expected to be open in 2019.

“As the area continues to grow, the demand for urgent and emergency services has, too,” Riverview Health President and CEO Seth Warren stated in a press release.

“Often, when unplanned medical needs arise, there’s the question of whether or not to go to the emergency room. With the emergency and urgent care combination, patients will have a single convenient access point close to home and be treated

A rendering of what one of the Riverview Health ER/Urgent Care centers may look like.

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Source: Modern Healthcare magazine Reduce breast cancer risk – To reduce your chances of breast cancer, two of the most effective actions you can take include breastfeeding and exercising. While breastfeeding is not possible for everyone, exercise is. It doesn’t matter what type of exercise – just try to get some activity every day for best results.

Source: BottomLineHealth.com Yoga injuries – Even though yoga is generally safe and injury rates are low, injuries do occur. The No. 1 risk factor is perfectionism.

People often try to imitate the instructor’s poses when they have not developed proper flexibility. To avoid injury, modify any poses that are difficult for you and don’t push yourself too hard.

Source: BottomLineHealth.com Health and fitness classes – Witham Health Services offers several health and fitness classes for all ages and fitness levels. Classes include: Breastfeeding Education, Diabetes Management, Rock Steady Boxing, Silver Sneakers, Tai Chi and more. Some classes are free. For times and locations, visit witham.org or call 765-485-8120.

Support groups available – Witham Health Services offers a variety of support groups for those in need of the services. Groups include: Alzheimer’s Support, Cancer Support, Cancer Gentle Stretch Yoga, Cancer Support Cooking for Wellness, Diabetic Support and Grief Support. The groups are free and meet monthly. For more, visit witham.org.

Free meditation class – Sahaja Meditation Indiana presents a free mediation class at 7 p.m. on Fridays. Learn to reduce stress and experience inner peace through meditation.

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These project ideas can help breathe new life into your home so you’re ready to enjoy your favorite rooms to the fullest.

Air it out: Months of closed windows and doors can make any room feel dusty and stale. As soon as temperatures allow, throw open the windows and skylights to let the fresh air chase away the remnants of winter. It’s a perfect time to launder window treatments and clean area rugs. After a few passes with a carpet cleaner, allow rugs to air-dry outdoors. If you’re considering an update to the overall decor, changing out these textiles is an easy and affordable way to create a new look. Just donate the used drapes and rugs after cleaning instead of bringing them back into the room.

Shift your outlook: When contemplating changes to a room’s aesthetic, most people focus on the floor, walls and elements like furniture and accessories. As some homeowners are discovering, there’s a whole other space waiting to be discovered. The ceiling, a fifth wall of sorts, opens up endless creative design opportunities. A skylight may be just the solution. For example, Velux room-darkening and light-filtering blinds can add a splash of color just where

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Paint to perfection: Over time, oncecheerful walls can grow dull. Create a livelier ambiance with a fresh coat of paint, either in the same shade or something completely new. If you’re not sure exactly where to start, tackle the project room by room. To choose the right hue, select a favorite item in the room, such as an heirloom throw blanket or a piece of wall art, and consider color shades that complement the item well.

Make what’s old new again: Sometimes a fresh perspective is as simple as rearranging a room to better fit your needs.

Over time, the furnishings can become almost an afterthought because they’ve been in place so long. Try moving things around to create new conversation groupings or to highlight a piece that has been tucked away in the shadows. An updated arrangement may inspire you to add and embellish with some simple new accessories or accent pieces for a room that only looks brand new.

Get earth smart: With all of the new growth and hues of green that abound during spring, it’s natural to be more mindful of the environment. Earth-friendly upgrades like switching out inefficient lighting or installing low-flow toilets and showerheads can make a sizable difference.

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Those who environment join the foundation this month will receive 10 white pine trees or 10 white flowering dogwood trees at no cost.

“White pine trees or white flowering dogwoods will add beauty to your home throughout the year,” said Matt Harris, chief executive of the Arbor Day Foundation. “Dogwoods are known for their showy spring flowers and red berries that attract songbirds during winter. White pine trees are fast-growing landscape trees that will break heavy winds, making them an ideal addition to any yard.”

The free trees are part of the nonprofit’s Trees for America campaign.

With planting instructions included, the trees will be shipped at the right time for planting, between March 1 and May 31. The 6- to 12-inch trees are guaranteed to grow or they will be replaced free of charge.

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electronics, furniture and other items for free. Neighborhoods are encouraged to organize their own cleanup opportuFor the fourth year, the Fishers Parks nities for the day as well.

“We want it to be as open and acand Recreation Dept. will ask residents cessible and inclusive to everyto come S p r i n g together body in the community, whether you want to get involved as cleaning for a day a corporate entity during the of service volunteer day at the park, or if in cleaning up the city. you just want to work on your “Keep Fishers Beautiful is street in your neighborhood or the city’s annual spring day of clean up your own lawn, it’s reservice that brings together Elliot ally an all-encompassing day,” resident HOAs, local busiElliot said. nesses and a variety of organizations The parks department encourages to support vibrancy in the city and our all ages to participate in Keep Fishers neighborhoods,” Parks Director Tony Beautiful.

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“We want to encourage people to The event is from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. April think about the parks and think about 14, with various opportunities for resithis city we call home and treat it as a dents to get involved. Some opportuniwide-ranging spring cleanup day,” Elliot ties include a volunteer day at Ritchey said. “It’s a call to action for all resiWoods Nature Preserve, which includes dents to engage in a volunteer cleanup ridding the park of invasive plants. A and launch into the spring season.” recycling component will occur at BillerFor more, visit fishers.in.us/kfb. icay Park, where residents can drop off

Zionsville residents will have a chance to explore vendor opportunities for the town’s 12th annual arbor day Z’Greenfest, an Arbor Day celebration organized by Boone County Voices for Change. In the past, the Friends of Zion Nature Center and the Friends of Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library co-hosted the event.

Co-chair Kim Donovan said typically 20 to 30 exhibitors show up to the event.

“We’ve done this annually, and the plan is to invite a variety of local groups to help boost environmental awareness and build an understanding and appreciation for natural landscapes, waterways and greenways,” she said. “Environmentally conscious consumers can really have engaging conversations with those exhibitors and learn a lot more about the products or services or causes those exhibitors are passionate about.”

In the past, exhibitors have provided tree saplings to attendees to take home.

The event will be from 2 to 5 p.m. April 22 at Zionsville Christian Church, 120 N. Ninth St. Depending on weather, Donovan said up to 400 people attend the event. Live animal

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“I think people go about their everyday lives and forget about how the environment contributes to our overall well-being,” Donovan said. “It really does impact the lives of Boone County residents and everyone, and this is to bring that to the forefront. I think that’s what the Earth Day celebration really represents, giving back to nature and all things green and providing consumers news to take home and help the environment.”

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Nickel Plate Arts to bring ‘May flowers’ editorial@youarecurrent.com Beginning early May, Nickel Plate Arts will bring “May Flowers,” to its campus as its monthly exhibit. exhibit The display will feature floral-themed artwork in all mediums from artists of all backgrounds in the Nickel Plate region, which includes the communities of Fishers, Noblesville, Cicero, Arcadia, Atlanta and Tipton.

The exhibit will be on display at the Nickel Plate Arts campus at 107 S. Eighth St. in downtown Noblesville from May 4 to 26, and most pieces will be for sale.

A special opening reception will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. May 4 and will feature live music by local duo Marty Jean.

After the reception, the exhibit will be viewable during normal gallery hours, from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays, and from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays.

more from nickel plate arts ‘OUR HOMETOWN’ EXHIBIT What: Noblesville and its surrounding areas are full of picturesque scenes and happenings. Nickel Plate Arts’ March exhibit, “Our Hometown,” features artwork from area photographers that contemplate the title theme.

When: On display through March 31 during normal gallery hours, from noon to 5 p.m.

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Where: 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville Cost: Free FIRST FRIDAY What: Nickel Plate Arts will host its monthly First Friday event at its campus at 107 S. Eighth St. Explore the “Young Artists” 2018 exhibit, featuring artwork from elementary-aged students from Noblesville Schools and a showcase by illustrator Ailithir O. McGill, with a small feature of artwork by Linda Cordial.

When: 6 to 9 p.m. April 6 Where: 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville

Cost: Free AILITHIR O. MCGILL SHOWCASE What: Each month, Nickel Plate Arts presents a showcase of artwork by a local artist or art group inside its Stephenson House Gallery. For the month of April, the arts organization will feature the works of its director, Ailithir McGill.

When: Noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Fridays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays through the month of April.

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The scene of “Jesus and the Cross” from the 2016 production of “SUPERHERO; the story of a man called Jesus,” featuring former GHDT company dancer James Gilmer portraying Jesus and current GHDT company dancer Abigail Lessaris portraying the cross. This year, Lessaris will take on the traditionally male role of Judas. (Submitted photo)

By Heather Collins • editorial@youarecurrent.com Gregory Hancock of the Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre has shined a new light on the story of Jesus Christ. In “SUPERHERO; the story of a man called Jesus,” Hancock highlights DANCE the women who surrounded Jesus during his last week on Earth.

The popular production will be placed back in the vaults after this year’s Easter weekend performances at 7 p.m. March 30-31 at The Tarkington, the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.

Hancock said the production is boundless, with no set time or place, fluid gender roles and contemporary rock music.

The relationships Jesus had with the women that surrounded him including Mary Magdalene, Claudia and Veronica are at the forefront of the full-length ballet performance.

Hancock said he found it fascinating that a woman was at the forefront of many of the most significant events in Jesus’ last days, including how Jesus first revealed himself to a woman and how a woman found his empty tomb. Hancock interweaves the stories of the women and Jesus in a classical arc storyline that evolves from a rock concert to a more classical piece.

An Easter weekend tradition, Hancock said the production has become a spiritual experience rather than simply entertainment.

Hancock said his goal with all of his pieces is to move beyond the art and make it an experience.

Hancock said the production stays true to the story. He read different Gospels and studied popular portrayals of the story of Jesus Christ for the production. In 2006, he wrote out the scrolls, containing the writings from the Gospel in Hebrew,

Greek and Latin, by hand that serve as the backdrop for the production’s opening scene.

GHDT company dancer Abigail Lessaris portrays Judas Iscariot, a role traditionally played by a man. “SUPERHERO; the story of a man called Jesus” was the first production Lessaris ever saw at the Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre in 2006 when she was 9 years old. Lessaris said she fell in love with the part of Judas, who also was portrayed by a woman that year.

Lessaris has played a variety of roles in the production each year, but this year Hancock reprised the part of Judas as a woman and gave Lessaris her dream role.

“It’s a very athletic role, which is challenging as a female,” Lessaris said.

Lessaris said she enjoys the physical challenges of taking on a male part as well as how much she differs in real life from the cool, rebellious and tormented character.

Lessaris said she’s excited to reprise the role as a female dancer and break through stereotypes.

“There has been a very big rise of tackling male and female equality,” Lessaris said.

The production not only breaks through gender roles, it also tackles the story of Jesus in a way that’s compatible and palatable to religious and non-religious audiences.

“I think for people who connect it religiously, it is the story of Jesus and it is the story of his life,” Lessaris said. “But even for people that don’t connect to it religiously, it’s still a beautiful story of a man who did the unthinkable.”

Tickets are $37.50 to $42.50. For tickets or information, visit gregoryhancockdancetheatre.org.

ATI sets Trivia Night March 27 editorial@youarecurrent.com A Trivia Night, billed as a FUNdraiser supporting Actors Theatre of Indiana, will start at 6 p.m. March 27 at Sun King Tap Room and Small-Batch Brewery, 7848 E. 96th St., Fishers.

Bazbeaux Pizza is providing food and Sun King is supplying beer.

Scott Semester returns as the quiz master. There will be trophies and prizes.

“My mission is to use my voice for fun, for profit and for good,’’ Semester said.

“Scott is donating his time to support the local arts in central Indiana,’’ said Amy Stark, ATI director of marketing. “Everyone at ATI just loves him. Actually, all his thousands of local digital followers love him, too. This will be his second year as quiz master, and he is back definitely by demand,’’ Tickets are $45. For more, visit atistage. org.

Westfield — Urban Vines, 303 E. 161st St., will host bingo at 7 p.m.

March 22. For more, visit the Urban Vines Facebook Zionsville — Celebrate the arrival of spring with the Zion Nature Center’s free dog walk from 10 to 11 a.m. March 24 at Elm Street Green, 165 N. Elm St. Lawrence — “The Quest for Don Quixote” will be held March 23 to April 1 at the Theater at the Fort, 8920 Otis Ave. For more, visit artsforlawrence.org.

Carmel — Maragaret Henke will give an oil painting demonstration from noon to 2 p.m. March 24 at CCA Gallery, 111 W. Main St. For more, visit ccaartgallery.com.

Fishers — A portion of Four Day Ray’s sales March 27 will go to Down Syndrome Indiana. The program is called Tapped for a Cause.

Carmel — Carmel High School show choirs are featured in “An Evening with the Ambassadors and Accents” at 7 p.m.

March 24 at CHS auditorium.

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15 years. His most recent production was “Les Miserables” a few years ago.

“Some of my favorite shows that I’ve David Wood is performing in an Agatha done at Civic would include, of course, ‘Les Christie play for the first time and loving Mis,’ but also ‘Noises Off,’ ‘Leading every minute of it. play Ladies,’ ‘1940s Radio Hour’ and ‘Willy Wood is performing in Wonka,’” Wood said. “Offstage, I do a Civic Theatre’s production lot of voice acting. I do commercials, “And Then There Were None,” from a lot of corporate narration and eMarch 23 to April 8 at the Studio learning, and I recently completed a Theater, the Center for the Performprivate eye series of audiobooks.” ing Arts, Carmel.

Wood, a Marion High school grad“I re-read the book before we Wood uate, has performed with several started rehearsing,” Wood said.

Indianapolis theater groups.

“She was so good. It’s so clever, yet so “My most recent show was ‘Assassins’ accessible.” at Buck Creek Players. I played Charles Wood, a Lawrence resident, is playing Dr. Guiteau, who assassinated President Armstrong in the show.

McKinley,” he said. “That was one of my “He is a very interesting character to favorite roles. I played Bill Fordham in ‘Auplay,” he said. “He wants to be perceived gust: Osage County’ at Carmel Community as very reserved and calm, when in reality Players. Won an Encore (award) for that one he is a nervous wreck and carries a secret (as best major supporting actor in 2015). that haunts him. I also think he is obliviProbably my favorite part was King Arthur ous to the fact that no one is buying his in ‘Camelot’ at Footlite Musicals. I also did calm act, because he is far more obviously a couple of shows at Edyvean Repertory nervous than he believes, the curse of low Theater before they closed.” self-awareness.”

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Banion, who lives in the Columbus, Ohio suburb of Bexley, said de Becque’s music is an important part of American culture.

Brian Banion seems destined to play this ‘’Everyone knows the tunes, regardless role. of their particular background or musical Banion will play Emile de Becque in leanings,’’ Banion said. “The chal“South Pacific” in musical the Indianapolis lenge comes for me in the desire to satisfy the expectations of those Opera production who attend, who will bring with March 23 to 25 at Schrott Center them fond memories of the incredfor the Arts on Butler University’s ible musicians who have sung this campus in Indianapolis. music. I personally do not believe “I have always looked at the role, that it can be sung more beautifully since it was something with which Banion than my teacher sang it. I hear his my teacher, friend and mentor voice, and it delivers challenge and inspiraGiorgio Tozzi was so associated,” Banion tion in equal measure. Emile’s beautiful said. “Giorgio had played Emile opposite music effectively communicates the depth Mary Martin in Los Angeles in 1957, and and purity of his desires, as well as the when Rodgers and Hammerstein decided wisdom of a life well-lived. Richard Rodgto dub Emile’s singing in the 1958 movie, he ers brilliantly differentiates musical colors was the obvious choice. Giorgio also played of the various personality types in “South Emile in the 1967 revival at Lincoln Center Pacific,” and the decision to make Emile with Florence Henderson, which was reand Nellie so different vocally is brilliant. corded on Columbia Records. It is interestWe don’t see this or the need for it in ‘Oklaing to me to contrast the vocality Tozzi homa!’ or ‘Carousel.’’’ uses in the movie with the revival recordThis is Banion’s first time appearing with ing. He told me that they wanted a hushed Indianapolis Opera. For more, visit indyop‘mezza voce’ quality for the movie, which era.org.

Giorgio could deliver better than anyone.”

‘Murder on the Nile’ set

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Carmel Apprentice Theatre Artistic Director Lisa Williams said the company likes to dub itself as Off-Off-Off theater Broadway of Carmel.

The company mixes acting newcomers with veterans and those who might not have acted since high school or college.

Maureen Akins’ first stage play with a speaking role will be in Agatha Christie’s “Murder on the Nile” March 22 to 31 at The Cat Theatre, 254 1st Ave. SW, Carmel.

“I have been in various productions as a dancer and choreographer. However, this role is my debut as an actress,’’ Akins said.

Akins, a Zionsville resident, portrays Kay Ridgeway Mostyn.

Fishers resident R.C. Thorne is returning to acting after a long hiatus.

“It’s been almost 27 years since I’ve done live theater,” Thorne said.

A year ago, Thorne stepped onto a film set as an extra on “Empire.”

Thorne plays Simon Mostyn.

“I think the biggest challenge is maintaining my accent,” he said. “It’s not that I lose it and go into my normal voice, but

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Bottom row, from left, Traci White, Nikki Lynch, RC Thorne, Maureen Akins and Caroline Vogt.

Standing, from left, Baxter McCormack, Jacob Wenthe, Hollie Vessels, Carolyn Cebalo, Tim Moore, Maria Saam and Jonathan Scoble. (Submitted photo)

rather my British accent will slowly morph into this bizarre Matthew McConaughey voice.”

Nikki Lynch, Noblesville, is cast as Jaqueline de Severac.

“I love playing Jackie because she is a very volatile and complex character,’’ Lynch said. “She may seem very petty at first, but the more the audience gets to know her, the more they will realize that this woman has had a lot to deal with and is only doing what she thinks is best for the one she loves.”

Lynch started acting seven years ago and has been actively performing ever since.

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Commentary by Don Knebel Fatehpur Sikri is one of northern India’s most visited sites. Its most popular building honors a 16th-century travel saint.

Akbar, considered the greatest ruler in India’s history because of his military prowess and religious tolerance, became the third Mughal Emperor in 1556 at age 13, with his capital in Agra. Akbar soon captured a large portion of north central India but lacked an heir. In about 1568, Akbar traveled to Sikri, a village 22 miles west of Agra, where he consulted Sheikh Salim Chishti, a Sufi Muslim mystic, in his cave.

Sheikh Salim told Akbar that he would soon have a son. A short time later, Akbar’s wife, Mariam-uz-Zamani, gave birth to a boy in Sikri, whom they named Salim, who, as Jahangir, became the fourth Mughal Emperor.

In gratitude, Akbar built a magnificent walled city around Sheikh Salim’s cave. The city, named Fatehpur Sikri, included a large mosque just inside its enormous southern gate. Akbar moved his imperial capital to Fatehpur Sikri in 1571.

After Sheikh Salim died in 1572, Akbar built a 350-foot by 440-foot mausoleum for

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Sheikh Salim Chishti’s Mausoleum in Fatehpur Sikri. (Photo by Don Knebel)

Salim near the north end of the courtyard of Fatehpur Sikri’s mosque. Unlike the sandstone buildings of the rest of the city, the mausoleum was constructed of polished white marble featuring intricately carved screens on the walls. Sheikh Salim’s tomb rested under a dome in the center of the building. Later, Mughal buildings, including the Taj Mahal, drew on aspects of Salim’s mausoleum.

Akbar abandoned Fatehpur Sikri as his capital in 1585 and the entire city was soon

deserted. But even today, the entire city, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is remarkably well preserved. Visitors to Sheikh Salim’s tomb tie threads to the inside of the marble screens, hoping to persuade the nowfamous Sufi saint to grant them a miracle.

Don Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. For the full column visit donknebel.com. You may contact him at news@currentzionsville.com.

All about myself... and the proper use thereof Commentary by Curtis Honeycutt As I write this, I’m sitting by myself. For those of you who love grammar guy being alone in total silence, let me let you in on an introvert pro tip: Hang out in the periodical room at your local library.

I enjoy being by myself. But the word “myself” gets misused more and more as a result of well-meaning people who are unknowingly over-correcting their grammar.

Here’s an example I hear often: If you still haven’t found what you’re looking for, feel free to call Adam, Larry or myself. How would you write this without Adam or Larry in the sentence? You wouldn’t say “...feel free to call myself;” you’d say “...feel free to call me.” Now, if you throw back in Adam and Larry, this doesn’t change.

You see, myself is a reflexive pronoun.

Others include yourself, herself, himself and itself. These words are never subjects of a sentence; they’re always objects. If you want a good way to remember this, think about when you look down to gaze deeply into the water of a placid pond and you see your reflection in it. Your inner dialog would say something like, “I see myself

in the water.” In the same way you see a reflection of yourself in the water, words like yourself are reflexive pronouns.

Other than using myself as an object, when should you use myself? Use myself when you are both the subject and the object of the same sentence: I can see myself spending more time hanging out in the periodical room. Also, use myself to add emphasis to a statement: I myself locked the door so no one else could get in.

Or how about: I wrote this all by myself. In

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With over 30 years of experience in the special event industry, Ritz Charles specializes in innovative, upscale and superior event services. Ritz Charles has a strong presence in the event market. Our multiple culinary teams, service staff and event planners host a variety of on and off premise events year- round. Our company has the resources to manage large events yet the personal touch of a small caterer. With our fast paced energetic work environment, we have a need for motivated individuals who can give excellent customer service. If you are looking to join a company with a dedication to excellent customer service and a friendly atmosphere, Ritz Charles has bartending, banquet server, doorman and set-up positions available.

If you are interested in learning more about our company, please contact Kate McGowan at KMcGowan@Ritzcharles.com

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USIC LOCATE TECHNICIAN INTERVIEWING NOW! • Daytime, full-time Locate Technician positions available • Start ing pay $14.50/hr • 100% PAID TRAINING • Com pany vehicle & equipment provided •PLUS medical, dental, vision, & life insurance

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REQUIREMENTS: • Must be able to work outdoors • HS Diploma or GED • Abilit y to work OT & weekends • Must have valid driver’s license with safe driving record Apply today: www.workatusic.com We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Carmel Clay Schools is Hiring!

• Bus Mechanic Fluids Technician • Bus Drivers • Bus Aides

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Behavioral and Primary Health Professionals!

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Visit www.aspireindiana.org for details about job openings and APPLY TODAY! Call Morgan or Hilary at 317-587-0500 with questions.

Apply online at https://www.applitrack.com/ccs/onlineapp/

Email: abeaven@ccs.k12.in.us or call 317-844-8207.

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Position: Youth Advocate Location: Noblesville, IN Type: Full Time Organization: Prevail, Inc. Description: Prevail, Inc. provides crisis intervention and restorative support services for adult, adolescent and child survivors of crime and abuse to residents of Hamilton and surrounding counties. Prevail is seeking a full-time Youth Advocate responsible for crisis response, prevention and intervention services for youth victims of crime, family violence and sexual assault. Services include individual and group facilitation for child survivors (ages13-18) of family violence and sexual assault.

Duties: Provide intervention and follow-up services to clients as needed, which may include (but are not limited to): intake assessment, community referrals and resources, court advocacy, assistance in filing protective orders, completing safety and action plans, and inter/intra-agency networking and advocacy on behalf of the victim.

Facilitate at least one support group for teens (ages 13-18), which may include primary and secondary victims of family violence and/or sexual assault. Provide individual services on an as needed basis.

Maintain and update group curriculum, identifying resources, materials, speakers, etc.

Serve as a reference guide for the community in the areas of victim resources and violence prevention, by direct referrals for clients, and through public presentations and participation in community organizations.

Complete 24-hour on-call crisis line shifts and provide coverage to the Child Advocacy Center.

Collaborate with Prevail staff, other agencies, groups, organizations, and individuals to identify and develop prevention/intervention services for victims of crime and other populations within the community.

Qualifications: Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in social work, counseling, psychology or related field; or a combination of experience, education and/or training.

Competitive compensation package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, paid holidays, and professional development. Salary commensurate with education and experience (starting salary - $16.49/hour).

Click APPLY NOW to submit cover letter, resume and salary requirements to Michelle Moen – mmoen@prevailinc.com

Janitorial Worker / Custodian Local cleaning company looking for honest, dependable, self motivated, hard working individuals for part time cleaning in the Carmel / Westfield area. Please call 317-650-1854 for more info. Up to $11.00 per. hr. to start / + bonuses.

Davis Family Lawn Care hiring Full/Part time crew.

Must be reliable with valid drivers license.

Experience a plus. Contact Rick Davis at davisfamilylawn@aol.com or 317-374-7466.

HELP WANTED

Scott Pools in Carmel is currently hiring full time seasonal helpers for our service department for March 1st start date. A valid drivers license, background check and some weekend work is required. $12.00 per hour. Experience preferred but not necessary. If you like working outdoors, this job is for you! Give us a call, email or stop by the store to fill out an application.

Scott Pools - 904 W. Main Street - Carmel, IN 46032 - 317846-5576 - scottpools2@gmail.com.

Noblesville Schools Noblesville Schools Spring Job Fair Spring Job Fair Bus Driver (training provided)

Bus Attendant Bus Driver (training provided) Custodial Bus Attendant Food Service Custodial You are invited to our Food Service Spring Job Fair

March 24, 2018 from 8:00am to noon You are invited to our *speak with a current supervisor *submit an online application Spring Job Fair

March 24, 2018 from 8:00am to noon TWO LOCATIONS: *speak with a current supervisor Bus Driver and Bus Attendant Please come to our Transportation Facility *submit an online application 19790 Hague Road from 8:00am to noon

TWO LOCATIONS:

Custodial and Food Service

Bus Driver and Bus Attendant Please come to Noblesville High School,

18111 Cumberland Road from 8:00am to noon Please come to our Transportation Facility (enter building at Gate #1 off of Cumberland Rd.) 19790 Hague Road from 8:00am to noon

Any questions may be directed to: Custodial and Food Service Brian Zachery, Director of Transportation Please come to Noblesville High School, (317) 773-7203, ext. 34110 Steve Coverdale, HS Building Supervisor 18111 Cumberland Road from 8:00am to noon (317) 773-4680, ext. 12132 (enter building at Gate #1 off of Cumberland Rd.) Sue Dunn, Director of Nutrition and Food Services

(317) 773-3171, ext. 10420

Any questions may be directed to: Brian Zachery, Director of Transportation (317) 773-7203, ext. 34110 Steve Coverdale, HS Building Supervisor (317) 773-4680, ext. 12132 Sue Dunn, Director of Nutrition and Food Services (317) 773-3171, ext. 10420

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High-end Westfield Detailer seeks professional working manager to help expand current business.

Reliable/Dependable Good w/Customers & Employees Excellent Driving Record/Drug Test Verifiable Experience Compensation includes: ANY Three (3) Desirable Benefits: Negotiable $250 Sign on Bonus* Send Information and Wage request to: Email: dan@dansdetail.info or Mail: DAN’s Detail, P.O. Box 1801 Carmel, IN 46082

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