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Geist Waterfront Park open house – The second open house on Geist Waterfront Park, a 70-acre site near Geist Reservoir recently acquired by the city, is scheduled for 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 27 at Fishers City Hall, 1 Municipal Dr. Attendees will hear a presentation on the park, have the ability to ask questions and submit ideas for the park.

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Geist Greenway – An informational meeting on the proposed Geist Greenway, a north-south trail extending from 131st Street to 96th Street near Florida Road, will be from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 28 at the Fall Creek Township Building, 11595 Brooks School Rd., Fishers.

Chaucie’s Place program – Lawrence Township Schools will host its next parent resource and engagement program at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 28 at the Lawrence Education and Community Center 6501 Sunnyside Rd., Lawrence. Chaucie’s Place will lead the program, discussing mental health and suicide prevention and awareness.

For more, visit ltschools.org.

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Engineering opportunities for students – The Indiana Dept. of Transportation is offering civil engineering students scholarships and paid employment during summer breaks and upon graduation.

Students must be accepted or enrolled full time in one of Indiana’s certified civil engineering schools and apply using the form at INDOTScholarship.IN.gov. Applications must be submitted by Dec. 31.

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Residents learn about environment, challenges at Geist Waterfront Park

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Fishers and Geist-area residents learned about Geist Waterfront development Park’s challenges and possibilities, and they submitted some of their own ideas at a Nov. 13 open house at the Indianapolis Yacht Club.

The Geist Waterfront Park is planned for roughly 70 acres previously occupied by Irving Materials, Inc. on the south side of Geist reservoir and the east side of Olio Road.

Fishers Deputy Mayor Leah McGrath, Fishers Parks and Recreation Director Sarah Sandquist and consultant Ryan Cambridge presented on the project prior to residents viewing visuals and submitting ideas at stations around the room.

“This is a park we have acquired. (Irving Materials) will be winding down their operations by the end of this year,” McGrath said. “The city owns the property that is Laura Villanyi submits an idea on what she hopes Geist Waterfront Park will look like when complete. on the east side of Olio (Road), not on the (Photo by Anna Skinner) west side.”

Sandquist and Cambridge spoke on the Sandquist said a boardwalk through the will be incorporated as natural borders and opportunities and potential challenges wetlands could be a possibility. design throughout the park. with the park.

“Very few of us know what it looks like In addition to the possibilities, there also The presentation revealed that on the to be in (a wetland),” Cambridge said. “If we are several challenges, such as a cell tower western edge of the property, the land was can provide access to these types of enthat is to remain and IMI infrastructure used mostly as a gravel parking lot. But it vironments, we hope to increase people’s that must be removed. elevates toward the middle and afawareness of their beauty.”

“There’s no site I’ve worked on that fords a natural landscape.

Sandquist said wildlife, such as doesn’t have some sort of existing re“Even in its existing, raw condiswans, cranes and ducks, already straint you have to work around,” Camtion, it provides a unique sense of live in the wetlands. bridge said. place,” Cambridge said.

“We want this to be a 100-year McGrath said non-Fishers residents may The property also features wide, park and plan it thoughtfully and be charged admission. open spaces, which Sandquist said bring our children’s children here,” “This is a site we do plan to have gated, could lead to the construction of she said. so you will have some sort of pass or pay McGrath trails throughout. The property has Other opportunities already ona fee if not a Fishers resident to enter the direct access to Geist Reservoir, site include a secluded pond which property,” McGrath said. “We will bring back which will be the largest public acopens to the reservoir, which could a design early next year on that.” cess point to the water. lead to a beach with activities such In February, the city will present a timeThe site also includes wetlands. as swimming, paddle-boarding and line for the project as well as design op“The wetlands have all kinds of kayaking. Motorized watercraft tions for the park. Another open house is ecosystems where we have the eduwon’t be allowed. scheduled for 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 27 at cational opportunity to bring school Other features include large boulFishers City Hall, 1 Municipal Dr. Sandquist groups (there),” Sandquist said. ders throughout the property, which

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service. The Town of McCordsville will place four recycling bins at town hall, 6280 W. 800 N, McCordsville, for The McCordsville Town Council residents who want to recycle but unanimously apupdate proved a trash collecdo not pay for the service.

CGS also is the trash collection tion fee by a 5-0 vote vendor and will drop off trash at the Nov. 14 council meeting. totes at each residence for free.

The fee is $10.81 per month.

The drop-off will be near the end Previously, trash collection was of the month. The totes will propaid through the Town of Mcvide information about the trash Cordsville general fund. Dollars Galbraith collection system. previously paid by the town for For more, visit mccordsville.org. trash collection will be redirected to other town needs, specifically road and street dispatch improvements.

Town Manager Tonya Galbraith said the Engineering opportunities for students trash collection contract is for four years, – The Indiana Dept. of Transportation is and the $10.81 monthly fee won’t go up offering civil engineering students scholarduring that time. ships and paid employment during summer “We decided to have the fee be based on what the end price would be,” Galbraith breaks and upon graduation. Students must be accepted or enrolled full time in one of said. “(The price) escalated every year for Indiana’s certified civil engineering schools four years, so we set the fee for what it and apply using the form at INDOTScholarwould be at the end of four years.” ship.IN.gov. Applications must be submitted Recycling services are still provided by

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• 131st Street at Allisonville Road is • The transformation of the inclosed to all traffic for utility and tersection of 19th and Pleasant reconstruction work. The closure streets to a roundabout is ongobegan Nov. 2 and should last 30 ing. The public should be aware days. that construction activity • The new roundabout at will occur while the interFlorida Road and 113th Street is open to traffic. A is now open. Florida Road CONSTRUCTION section closure on 19th Street may also is now open between be in effect. During this peLuxhaven Road and Martha riod, entrance to post office will come Street. through a temporary access off Pleasant • Expect temporary lane restrictions as Street. Approximately 15,000 vehicles travel paving and striping is completed near the through the intersection daily, according roundabout at 136th Street and Southeastto the Hamilton County Highway Dept. The ern Parkway. existing three-leg intersection, with 19th • 106th Street is now open from Hague Street under stop control, will be converted Road to the Crosspoint Boulevard and Lanto a single lane roundabout. Lighting and tern Road roundabout. Drivers are encoursidewalks also will be installed. aged to still drive with caution. Closures • The Indiana Dept. of Transportation are still in place on 106th Street from Eller has announced lane closures on Ind. 32 Road to Allisonville Road and from Allisonfor a project lasting through the end of ville Road to Hague Road. the year. The work is aimed at improving CARMEL traffic signals at intersections along the • 111th Street is closed between Pennroad from Westfield to Noblesville. Morphey sylvania and Illinois streets through midConstruction crews will close one lane in October so construction crews working on each direction at a time to complete the the new KAR world headquarters can comwork. The lane restrictions will be in place plete one of the entrances as well as the through November. Work will take place on removal of a median. Motorists may detour along Ind. 32 at the following intersections: using 106th or 116th streets.

Spring Mill Road, Dartown Road, Oak Ridge • Lane restrictions are under way Road, Union Street, Grassy Branch Road, near Keystone Parkway and 96th Street, Gunthur Boulevard and Moontown Road. where a new roundabout interchange will WESTFIELD be built. Construction is expected to last • A traffic signal is planned for Ind. 32 through 2019. and Ditch Road. Utility relocations are • Construction on a new access ramp expected to begin this fall, and turn lanes from Lowes Way to Keystone Parkway is will be added next spring. The traffic sigongoing through 2019. nal should be complete by summer 2019.

• West 96th Street is closed west of Ditch Road for a stormwater culvert proj- No road closures are anticipated for the early construction plans such as utility ect. This project will last through the end relocation. of the year.

• Three box culverts will be replaced and • Range Line Road is closed to northnew ditches will be cut to facilitate betbound traffic between Eighth Street to just ter roadside drainage along Towne Road. south of Clay Terrace for installation of a Lanes also will be widened. Towne Road is stormwater collection system and pedesnow open from 156th Street to 166th Street, trian connectivity. The project will be combut drivers should be cautious and expect plete before the end of the year. minor delays.

NOBLESVILLE • Construction of the new flyover to con• Work is ongoing on the Logan Street nect 146th Street to southbound Keystone Project in downtown Noblesville. The Parkway is under ongoing. Lane closures northbound lane of Ind. 19 between Ind. 32 are active on Keystone Parkway, and conand Logan Street will be closed the durastruction is expected to last through 2019. tion of the project, through August 2019.

• Lane and ramp closures soon will occur The detour consists of taking Ind. 32 weston U.S. 31 near 146th Street. Closures will ward, turning northbound onto Ind. 38, occur between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m., but clothen eastbound on Logan Street and northsure dates have not been announced yet. bound on Ind. 19 to avoid the closure. On • A Welcome to Westfield totem is beLogan Street, the designated westbound ing installed at U.S. 31 and the 146th Street right turn lane on the bridge will become overpass. Drivers should be cautious of a combined straight and right-turn lane. temporary lane closures at night.

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Old National Bank parking lot, south of the Sterrett Center, 8950 Otis Ave. All other activities will be at the Sterrett Center.

Theater at the Fort and Village Plaza As seasonal temperatures drop, many will host Christmas Card Lane, where local Geist-area towns and businesses will create wooden Christmas cover story cities will offer event cards on a 4-foot by 6-foot platform. The celebrations with cards will be displayed at Wheeler Road holiday cheer. and Memorial Park Drive.

WINTER WONDERLAND Although this is the sixth year for the The City of Fishers will once again host city’s tree-lighting ceremony, the paWinter Wonderland, from 2 to 8 p.m. rade and celebration began in 2016.

Dec. 1 at the Nickel Plate District Mayor Steve Collier said he expects Amphitheater, 6 Municipal Dr. Unlike approximately 400 residents to atprevious years, the event will take tend the event, along with many emplace during the day on Saturday ployees from the City of Lawrence. instead of during the evening on “A Lawrence Christmas has beFriday. come a very special event for the “We would like it to be more of Sandquist city,” Collier said. “It serves to draw an open house feel and encourage the community together and signals the community to come at 2 p.m. the start of many events in the city and do all of the activities and stay through the holiday season.” for the tree lighting, or come to the The Horizon Kids Choir will pertree lighting and stay afterwards form. Other activities include a kids and take part in the activities,” said zone with face painting, ornament Sarah Sandquist, director for the decoration, coloring contests and Fishers Parks and Recreation Dept. access to Santa’s Mailbox.

“We are just spreading it out a little Collier WINTERFEST bit because we’ve had some pretty From noon to 7 p.m. Dec. 1, the large crowds. We just want to enTown of Fortville will kick off the courage everybody to come and not holiday season with a free event feel like they’re rushed and be able called Winterfest. Activities include to take part in all the activities that a parade, photos with Santa, ice will be there.” skating, a petting zoo, an ice sculpThe tree lighting will be at 6 p.m. tor and more.

Other activities include a petting The 2018 Winterfest Parade will zoo, an ice sculptor, a candy cane Sterrett begin at 2 p.m. at Memorial Park by hunt, letters to Santa, a sensory Fortville Community Center. It will travel friendly area and more. west on Church Street, south on Main For more, visit playfishers.com.

Street, east on Pearl Street and north on A LAWRENCE CHRISTMAS Noel Avenue.

The City of Lawrence will again host A Last year’s parade featured bands, horsLawrence Christmas, which features many es, floats and Santa. holiday activities. A parade will begin at Performances by the Fortville Winterfest dusk and travel a mile-and-a-half route. It Snowflake Princesses and the Fortville will begin at the Government Center, 9001 Winterfest Ice Ninjas also will be part of E. 59th St., proceed through Lawton Loop, the event. Local musician Joe Hess will turn east on Otis Avenue and finish at the

perform on the stage at 1:30 p.m., and local church and school choirs also will perform throughout the day. The main stage is on Main Street across from the post office.

Milda Sterrett, president of Fortville Action Inc., which organizes Winterfest, said Santa will have a house at the event.

“One of the building owners has a small building that’s empty (downtown) and allowed us to go in, and we’ve painted it and turned that into Santa’s house,” she said.

“That will be open for pictures.”

Craft vendors will sell items such as wooden toys, and food will be for sale. A truck selling lattes and cappuccinos also will be present.

The petting zoo will be at Studio 309 on Noel Street. Sterrett said because the iceskating rink was popular last year, it is being offered again. Parents can purchase a wristband at the Fortville Action booth the day of the event. The wristband is good for all activities. A price has not been set for the wristbands.

The tree lighting will be at 6 p.m. on Main Street. Carriage rides with two different routes will be offered throughout the day.

For more, visit fortvilleaction.com.

MCCORDSVILLE CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING The Town of McCordsville’s annual Christmas tree-lighting ceremony will be from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. Dec. 5 at McCordsville Town Hall, 6280 W 800 N. Although the schedule for the evening hasn’t been determined, several events will be offered. The McCordsville Elementary School choir, the middle school band and a folk group called Sugar Cream Pie will perform throughout the evening. Snacks and crafts will be available, and Santa will arrive at some point during the evening. The event will conclude with the lighting of the Town Hall Christmas Tree. A McCordsville Elementary School student will light the tree.

Visit Town of McCordsville on Facebook for schedule updates.

The City of Fishers will host Winter Wonderland from 2 to 8 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, 6 Municipal Dr., Fishers. (Submitted photos)

An ice sculptor will be at the City of Fishers’ Winter Wonderland from 2 to 8 p.m. Dec. 1.

celebrating the holidays with pets Local residents’ four-legged friends can celebrate the holidays with their owners. The City of Fishers will offer Pet Pictures with Santa from 1 to 5 p.m.

Dec. 8 at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, 6 Municipal Dr. The photos will be printed on-site and will be available for purchase from Smiling Dog Photography. Pets must be kept on a leash.

For more, visit playfishers.com.

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LE T T ER Common sense prevails

Commentary by Terry Anker We’ve all done it. Probably, it is even more common among those of us who innocently claim that we never have. We blunder, misspeak, drop the ball, provoke and otherwise err in countless ways, countless times. So often, in fact, that our collective literature is rife with quotation reinforcing our flawed nature. “To err is human” begins the aphorism; and rightly concludes, “to forgive divine.” One imagines the intent of the tidy quote is to remind us of celestial authority over our humble existence, namely grace. But for too many, it is used to excuse our own responsibility to try to forgive. Routinely missing personal performance standards, we cling in judgment to the failings of others.

Perhaps, it is understandable.

Our own egos preserve us. And, our critique of others is crucial in selecting mates, partners and cohorts. Still, can we find our own failings as quickly as we find them in others? And if we do, can we reconcile our mistakes and forgive ourselves?

The internet delivers more than 9 million results for the question: How to get salt out of stew? One can safely assume that each entry provides roughly the same answer: Add more stew! While our personal journey of faith can provide us with a map to divine forgiveness, the human sort of mercy may require a bit more stew. Once we have been labeled by our actions, or misperceptions of them, we are left with a stew that may be too salty for the palate of those around us. Our children find us condescending. Our boss finds us lazy. Our spouse finds us disinterested. Are we trapped by it – or can we find a way to add more stew? We can demand they eat the salty stew, but should we?

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In the midnight hour Commentary by Danielle Wilson I recently stayed up past midnight. On purpose. Why? Because I’m a good mom. Here’s the skinny. humor My oldest daughter has been in marching band for four years as part of color guard. They’re the kiddos with the flags and rifles and sabers-not-swords who perform alongside the instrument people (not withstanding my tremendous karaoke skills, I’ve never been a “musically literate” person, so forgive me if I butcher the lingo).

Her team (squad? group? Or do I just keep saying “band?”) has earned many accolades, including a particularly timely national championship in 2016 after one of the longest weeks of my life that included, but was not limited to, facilitating a son’s broken-nose surgery and witnessing Trump elected, both while solo-parenting. Ugh. Truly horrible.

But I digress. This weekend was my fakegun tosser’s last competition ever, as she is not continuing with winter guard (yes, there’s

a whole separate season for this! Five more months of bodysuits and broken appendages).

And I have never actually been to any of her finals. She thinks I went to the aforementioned nationals from my six days of hell on Earth, but I lied to her pretty little face because I just couldn’t muscle the energy to hang with thousands of super-pumped parents in Lucas Oil. Bottom line, I had to attend this one to have any shot at Mother of the Century, even if it meant sacrificing precious sleep. There’d literally be no “next time.”

I arrived at 8:45 p.m., she went on at 10:30 p.m. and they were announced champions at 12:30 a.m. I saw it all, even if it was through bleary eyes. Occasionally, I am a good mom.

Congratulations, my darling! Peace out.

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Q U O T E O F T HE W EE K I am grateful for what I am and have.

My thanksgiving is perpetual.

–Henry David Thoreau

Editor, I realize George Cottrell’s letter “A case of the roundabouts” in the Nov. 13 issue was satirical. However, underneath the humor, he has a point.

After 25 years of living in Carmel, I moved to Noblesville three years ago to be closer to family. However, I still enjoy going back to Carmel to eat or shop. Last week, I drove up Range Line Road between 116th and 126th streets, and my reaction was, “Carmel, what are you thinking?” A perfectly functional, heavily traveled, four-lane road has been turned into a two-lane obstacle course, complete with multiple roundabouts and decorative center islands. Traffic is slowed to a crawl, businesses are inaccessible, and I can only imagine the frustration of first responders when an emergency requires they travel down Range Line.

We have roundabouts in Noblesville, but common sense has prevailed. In Carmel, the constant construction of more and more of them is costly, disruptive to traffic, damaging to businesses and a nuisance to the folks who live along those routes. Instead of functionality, Carmel has inconvenienced its citizens with hundreds of monuments to Mayor (Jim) Brainard’s ego.

Pamela Jackson, Noblesville

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A neuroscientist at the University of California was posting photos of everything he ate on his Facebook page, humor claiming that revealing your food choices to the world would motivate you to eat better and giving the expression “feed your face” a whole new meaning.

Dr. Garcia included daytime snacks, late-night raids of the fridge and even the doughnuts he had stuffed in his glove compartment. He had uploaded 9,000 pictures onto his Mac, which included a few dozen Big Macs, I might add.

I’ve been uploading meals and then downloading them onto my dress shirts for more than 60 years. It is not uncommon for people to ask me about certain food choices I have posted on my clothing for all my friends to see.

People are always imposing a visual record of their lives on others. I’m tired of friends showing me their pets on their cellphones. In fact, I’d rather see a serving of French fries than a French poodle. An adorable pic of your granddaughter isn’t nearly as interesting as a slab of smoky ribs.

I eat a lot of meals in the car, so this could jeopardize my already questionable driving record.

“Did I do something wrong, officer?”

“You suddenly pulled off onto the I-70 shoulder. Is everything OK?” “I’m taking a photo of my fish sandwich.”

“Sir, this time I’m just going to issue a warning: Those are really high in sodium.”

Restaurants could benefit from this obsession with food photos. They already put little icons next to menu choices to denote items low in fat. Now, we’ll also know which ones are high in resolution. The waitress will not only ask if you have room for dessert, but whether you have enough memory space.

Personally, I didn’t think posting meal choices on Facebook would catch on, especially in Indiana. Hoosiers are good people with high moral standards who wouldn’t want their kids viewing corn on the internet.

Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist and speaker. Contact him at wolfsie@aol.com.

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St. Vincent Home Health, which serves Boone, Clinton, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Marion, Johnson and Tipton hospital counties, has been named among the top 25 percent of home health care agencies in the nation, as a “Home Care Elite” Agency.

“To have achieved this national level recognition for 10 years is such a tribute to our great team of caregivers, support staff and leadership. Our nurses, therapists and aides strive for excellence each day. The entire team shares that commitment on behalf of our patients and our referring partners,” said Kim Jule, vice president of operations for St. Vincent Home Health. “To be ranked among

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Home Care Elite is a national level designation awarded to the top performing Medicarecertified home health agencies across the nation. ABILITY Network and Decision Health annually announces the prestigious designation following publicly reported data from Home Health Compare and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. The areas of focus include patient care quality, patient experience and financial performance.

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He recruited more than 20 physicians across a number of specialties and oversaw the hiring of more than 250 associGary Fammartino, president of St. Vinates. As St. Vincent system execucent Fishers and Hospital Carmel Hospitals, tive of ambulatory and outpatient services, he also led the successwill retire Jan. 1 ful implementation of the state’s after working in the health care first freestanding emergency industry for more than 35 years. department along with a compreFammartino joined St. Vincent hensive outpatient services in the in 2001 and has held a number of St. Vincent Fishers and Northeast key administrative roles, including senior vice president of operations Fammartino Region markets.

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The Yard at Fishers District has released its updated tenant list for the approved businesses planning to move into the culinary-centric development at 116th St. and I-69.

The tenant list includes The HC Grill, Pier 48 Fish House & Oyster Bar, Kincaid’s Meat Market, Nicey Treat, Epic Training, Blue Peppermint Boutique, Amazing Lash, Massage Heights, Sangiovese Ristorante, Verizon Wireless, Rawkin Juice, 1933 Lounge by

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The Yard at Fishers District is a 17-acre site approved by the Fishers City Council in late 2016. Originally, the district was designated as a culinary development but has since evolved to include other businesses.

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dispatches Fishers ranked among safest cities – SafeWise recently released the annual 20 Safest Cities in Indiana 2018 Report, and Fishers ranked as No. 2. To compile the list, SafeWise analysts reviewed the most recent 2016 FBI crime statistics and population data. Evaluation is based on the number of reported violent crimes in each city per 1,000 people.

If there was a tie, the number of property crimes also was factored in. For a full list of the safest cities, visit safewise.com/blog/ safest-cities-indiana/.

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American Senior Communities honors employees – American Senior Communities recently honored 88 nurses, nursing assistants, therapists, food service workers, housekeeping staff and others for their service to patients and residents. Honorees from the Fishers area include Michelle Poling, a house-

Neighborhood Matching Grant applications now open - The City of Fishers is currently accepting applications for its Neighborhood Matching Grant Program, which awards funds to established neighborhoods within the municipal limits as an incentive to plan and complete beautification and enhancement projects. Neighborhoods are eligible for up to a 50 percent match. Applications are accepted annually and due Jan. 31. Apply at fishers.in.us/neighborhoodgrant.

Spark!Fishers accepting vendor applications – On Nov. 1, Spark!Fishers opened applications vendor, artisan, entertainment, parade participants, volunteers and sponsors.

The 2019 Spark!Fishers festival is scheduled for the evening of June 28 and all day June 29. Applications are due Jan. 31, 2019. To apply, visit sparkfishers.com.

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CHS grad Boldt, ‘Elf’ make Beef & Boards debut

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Amanda Boldt grew up attending shows at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre.

Now, the 2013 Carmel High School graduate and Noblesville resident is excited to make her Beef & Boards debut in “Elf The Musical,” which runs musical from Nov. 23 to Dec. 31 at the north Indianapolis theater.

Boldt has performed throughout central Indiana with Booth Tarkington Civic, Nettle Creek Players, Bobdirex, The Cabaret and, most recently, with Indy Bardfest in “Merchant of Venice.”

“My favorite roles have been Grace in ‘Annie’ (Civic) and Cinderella in ‘Into the Woods’ (Nettle Creek),” Boldt said.

“Elf The Musical” is based on the 2003 movie. It follows the journey of Buddy, an orphan who lands in a toy bag and ends up Boldt being raised as one of Santa’s elves.

This is Boldt’s first time appearing in “Elf.” She plays a variety of roles and is in the ensemble.

“This is my first time spreading Christmas cheer by singing loud for all to hear,” Boldt said. “I’ll be honest, we’re more of a ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ Christmas movie tradition kind of family, but I’ve always enjoyed ‘Elf,’ the movie. (I) saw the musical for the first time last year and thought it was just so full of fun and joy.”

Boldt will be able to show her versatility in her roles.

“Ensembles are honestly sometimes the most fun in a show,” Boldt said. “Especially something like ‘Elf,’ where I’m literally getting to play a Christmas elf, an office worker, a Macy’s employee and a TV reporter all in one show. It’s challenging having to develop dynamic and interesting choices for each character, but that’s what makes it so fun, unique and exciting.”

The 2017 Ball State graduate is a patron services representative for the Center for the Performing Arts and is a co-director of education with Actors Theatre of Indiana.

Beef & Boards owner Doug Stark is directing the show.

“We have had an amazing early interest in this show,” said Stark, a Zionsville resident.

“In hindsight, I should have opened it earlier. I’ve been choosing shows for the ‘Beef’ since 1980 — I’m still learning. The theater gods have been very good to us in 2018, and we are very fortunate that we have had two attention-getting shows this season.

The first was ‘Mamma Mia.’ Here’s hoping that ‘Grease’ and ‘A Christmas Story’ in 2019 generate the same enthusiasm.”

Dan Higgins is portraying Buddy. Emily Tucker is playing Jovie and Mark Epperson is cast as Walter Hobbs. All three are New York City residents.

“There are so many talented people in this show, I couldn’t be happier,” Stark said.

Ron Morgan, a Carmel resident, is choreographing the show. “‘A Beef & Boards Christmas’ revue is one of my favorite productions to stage, but I’m so excited that we are doing a book show this year,” Morgan said. “My favorite part about staging a play is ‘telling the story,’ and ‘Elf’ is the perfect musical to celebrate the holidays. I know our audiences will enjoy the change. The story of ‘Elf’ follows the plot of the movie, but the music makes the musical even more special.”

For more or show schedule, visit beefandboards.com.

‘Star-Cross’d Lovers’ set for Dec. 1 editorial@youarecurrent.com Indianapolis Opera announces a new American opera, “Star-Cross’d Lovers,” by renowned Indiana composer Don Freund.

The story has been re-told in various genres and languages through the centuries, capturing the emotions and imaginations of audiences around the world.

In “Star-Cross’d Lovers,” Freund has written the first staged opera of Shakespearean’s English “Romeo and Juliet.”

The performance is set for 3 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Basile Opera Center 4011 N. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis. The performance is free. Donations at the door will support the education programs of Indianapolis Opera.

Opera audiences are familiar with popular interpretations of the story in French Grand Opera, Italian bel canto and Bernstein’s transformed story in an American jazz-influenced style. Now, “Star-Cross’d Lovers” lands where the story began, presenting the archetypal tale of “Romeo and Juliet.” with a revolutionary modern musical score.

Westfield — Steve Fulton will appear at 7 p.m. Nov. 23 at Urban Vines Winery & Brewery, 303 E. 161st St. Fishers — Carmel Community Players will present “Best Christmas Pageant Ever” from Nov. 29 to Dec. 9 at Ji-Eun Music Academy. For more, visit carmelplayers.org.

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Whitestown — Danksgiving: Max Allen Band will play at 8 p.m. Nov. 21 at Moontown Brewing Company, 345 S. Bowers St. Carmel — Harry Connick Jr. will perform at the Palladium at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 27 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts. For more, thecenterprsesents.org.

Carmel — “It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” will have five performances Nov. 23 to 25. For more, visit atistage.org.

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For Juddson Updike, playing Bert in “Mary Poppins” was a dream role.

“It was one of those roles theater I’ve always wanted to do since I was a kid because of the movie,” Updike said. “Dick Van Dyke (who played Bert) is my personal acting hero. He’s the perfect performer, in my eyes.”

Although it’s not how he wanted to get the role, the Carmel resident did play Bert at Grace Church’s recent production at its Noblesville campus.

On the opening Oct. 26 show, Troy Johnson, who was playing Bert, broke his leg near the end of the performance.

“He was coming back on stage, missed his footing and got a spiral fracture in his legs,” show producer Amy Christie said. “One of the actors about to go on stage pulled him back so he wouldn’t get trampled on.”

At that same time, Updike, 28, was performing in his second-to-last performance of Civic Theatre’s “Anything Goes” at The Tarkington in Carmel.

His parents, Jim and Melinda Updike, were both performing in the “Mary Poppins” production and informed him Johnson was

From left, Jim Updike, with his son, Juddson Updike, backstage at “Mary Poppins.” (Submitted photo)

injured.

Late that night, Updike got a call from the musical organizers. Updike had previously auditioned for the role of Bert at Grace.

“They wanted to know if I could learn the role in 12 hours,” Updike said. “It was fortunate that that closing night of ‘Anything Goes’ was at 5 o’clock instead of 7, because if it was 7 o’clock, there would have been no way.”

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Canned Heat to perform at Vogue

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com It’s been more than 49 years since Canned Heat played Woodstock, but drummer Adolfo “Fito” de la Parra said the concert band is incredibly busy.

“The older we get the more people want us to play,” said de la Parra, now 72.

Canned Heat will perform at The Vogue in Broad Ripple at 8 p.m. Dec. 2. The band was formed by blues historians and record collectors Alan “Blind Owl” Wilson and Bob “The Bear” Hite in 1966. Larry Taylor and de la Parra joined in 1967 and are still with the band.

Canned Heat is best known for hits “On the Road Again,” “Let’s Work Together” and “Going Up the Country.”

The band will celebrate the 50-year anniversary of its Woodstock performance in the summer of 2019. “Going Up the Country” has been used in Geico commercials.

“We’re still fighting for our royalties,” de la Parra said. “We were young and wild and didn’t know many of the things we were signing. Bands from my era got ripped off back and forth by record companies, agents.

It was a tough era to be musicians.”

Canned Heat members Adolfo “Fito” de la Parra, drums; John Paulus, guitar; Dale Spalding, harp/ vocals; and Larry Taylor, bass, will perform at the Vogue Dec. 2. (Photo by Susie Highley)

Wilson, a songwriter and vocalist, died Sept. 3, 1970 at age 27 in what was either a suicide or accidental barbiturate overdose.

Hite died of an overdose between sets at 38 in 1981. Another founder, guitarist Henry Vestine, died of a heart attack at 52 in 1997.

Several other members have died through the years.

“Larry and I were the trained musicians, and we’re the ones still here,” de la Parra said. “Part of it is luck and part of it is we didn’t abuse ourselves the way the rest of the guys did.”

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By Desiree Williams editorial@youarecurrent.com “You’re the cat’s pajamas!”

Jack Lugar credits that phrase as inspiration for his 1940s-style author children’s book series, “Katz Pajamas.” The series follows Katz Pajamas, an extraordinary detective who solves mysteries in the fictional city of New Purrt, Calif. Lugar’s first novel was published in May 2017, and the third, “Katz Pajamas: The Catastic Carnival Caper,” was published this year.

Lugar, a Fishers resident, started writing novels while working as a screenwriter in Los Angeles. He and his wife, Elisabeth, moved to Los Angeles after graduating from Regent University in 1994. They dreamed of becoming sitcom writers.

“Timing wasn’t the best because around that time, reality shows were taking over and sitcoms were dying,” he said.

In 2005, Lugar and his wife moved back to Indiana with their two young children.

After a brief time in real estate, Lugar began adjunct teaching at Anderson University in 2012. He is now a full-time associate professor of cinema and media arts.

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Jack Lugar has a three-book series feating Katz Pajamas, a fictional detective. (Photo by Susie Highley)

He eventually became a sitcom writer for “Wanda at Large” on Fox. Lugar had already published two books independently through the Indianapolis Business Journal’s publishing arm and Amazon before beginning Katz Pajamas. Katz prints on demand when an Amazon order is placed. If Lugar edits the script, all he has to do is upload the new manuscript.

“There’s that neat opportunity to share that there’s a different way to write and publish than what we’ve been used to,” he said.

Lugar plans to continue the series and he wants to start a young adult novel.

Where’s Amy? Amy Pauszek is a photographer, film producer and scouting and casting associate for Talent Fusion Agency in Indianapolis. She can be reached at Amy@youarecurrent.com.

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My favorite thing about Bakersfield, besides the bustling city atmosphere, is the handmade tortillas. The tacos come with a lime wedge to squeeze for extra zest.

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Beef & Boards will perform “Elf The Musical,” based on the movie. It follows the tale of Buddy, an orphan.

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Hamilton County historian David Heighway presents a program about contributions made by music stars, stunt drivers, costumers, writers and acting coaches from Hamilton County in the golden age of Hollywood.

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“Star Wars: A New Hope In Concert” will feature the music of composer John Williams.

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Sara Evans, a versatile vocalist in country and pop music, will perform a mix of seasonal classics and her own material.

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New Orleans musician Harry Connick Jr. and his band will celebrate their city’s 300th birthday, along with the influences that have shaped Connick’s career.

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“Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells” set for Nov. 30 — Wally Jones and Casa Mañana Theatre presents “Junie B In Jingle Bells, Batman Smells!,” a play by Allison Gregory will be held at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 30 at Zionsville Performing Arts Center. Tickets start at $19 and can be purchased at zvilleperformingarts.org.

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NOTICE OF PROPOSED CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITY So, the question of the day College Park Church Fishers, (14074 Trade Center Drive, Fishers, is: How do you accept a IN 46038) is submitting a NOI letter to notify the IDEM of the intent to comply with the requirements under 327 IAC 15-5 (Rule 5) to discharge compliment? stormwater from construction activities for the following project: College If you noticed, I just Park Church Fishers in Fall Creek Township, Hamilton County, Indiana, used the word “complimore specifically part of the SE ¼, Section 26,T18N,R5E; located at the ment” spelled with an NE corner of Pennington Road & East 126th Street, Fishers, Indiana scheduled to commence on November 30, 2018 and be completed “i.” What’s the difference on or before April 2020. Stormwater runoff from the project site will between compliment with discharge to the Nuckols Arm Regulated Drain and ultimately flow to an “i” and complement Mud Creek. Questions can be directed to T&W Corporation, Bryan with an “e?” Let’s get to Crostreet, 3841 W Morris St., Indianapolis, IN 46241 the bottom of this absurd, Legal Notice of Public Information Meeting misheard word duo.

The City of Fishers will hold a Public Information Meeting on A compliment merely Wednesday, November 28, 2018 regarding the proposed Geist is when someone says Greenway Project in eastern Fishers (Des. No. 1600881). The meeting will begin promptly at 6:00 PM at the Fall Creek Township Community something nice about you.

Center, which is located at 11595 Brooks School Road, Fishers, IN, It’s an expression of ad46037. miration or acclaim. “You The format of the meeting will feature a formal presentation beginning at 6:00 PM with an informal open house session starting have nice eyes.” “I really immediately following the presentation and continuing until 8:00 PM. like how you peeled those The open house session will provide the public an opportunity to view sweet potatoes.” “You’re project displays and to interact with the project team. the best underhanded The purpose of this public information meeting is to obtain the public’s views regarding the proposed project route, identified free-throw shooter on the environmental resources, and proposed features along the trail. The whole basketball team.” public will be afforded the opportunity to provide comments on the Those are all examples of information presented at the meeting for a period of 14-days following the meeting. compliments.

The proposed project is located in Fall Creek Township of Hamilton Complements are a County in the eastern part of the City of Fishers. The proposed project horse of a slightly differwill construct a new trail from 96th Street to Olio Road with new ent color. A complement is pedestrian bridges over Mud Creek, Thorpe Creek, Thor Run, and Fall Creek. All new and existing facilities will compliant with the American something that completes with Disabilities Act (ADA). The purpose of the project is to promote trail or perfects another thing. connectivity and active transportation in the City of Fishers. The need This is easy to remember for the project arises from the lack of connectivity between pedestrian because “complement” and and bicycle facilities in the project area and within the City of Fishers.

The typical section of the trail will include two 7-foot pedestrian “complete” look like similar lanes and 2-foot shoulders for an 18-foot wide trail section. The total words. When Forrest Gump length of the project is approximately five miles. told Jenny that they went The proposed project will require the acquisition of additional rightof-way, as well as the utilization of the existing Duke Power Easement. together like peas and No relocations will be required for the proposed project. carrots, he was suggestThis notice is published in compliance with Title 23, Code of ing that Forrest and Jenny Federal Regulations, Section 771.11(h) entitled “Early Coordination, complement each other.

Public Involvement and Project Development” and the INDOT Public Involvement Policies and Procedures Manual, approved by the Federal Good wine pairings are Highway Administration, US Department of Transportation, on August examples of things that 16, 2012. complement each other: Please direct any questions or comments concerning this project to Mr. Jonathan Mooney, Lochmueller Group, Inc., 3502 Woodview The ‘62 Cabernet compleTrace, Suite 150, Indianapolis, Indiana 46268 or at (574)-334-5460 mented the filet mignon or by email at jmooney@lochgroup.com. Comments on the proposed superbly. project will be accepted for 14 days after the Public Information Curtis Honeycutt is a national awardwinning, syndicated humor writer. Connect with him on Twitter (@curtishoneycutt) or at curtishoneycutt.com.

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All comments received within the designated timeframe will be included in the project record.

In accordance with the “Americans with Disabilities Act”, if you have a disability for which the City of Fishers would need to provide accommodations pertaining to the accessibility to program documents and participation at the public meeting or if you are a persons of Limited English Proficiency (LEP) requiring assistance pertaining to accessing project documents and participating at the public meeting venue, contact Mr. Jonathan Mooney, Lochmueller Group, Inc., using the contact information above.

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The goal was to create a larger kitchen that was more functional for the homeowner while bringing the space up to date.

1. The biggest change came from expanding the kitchen into the existing pantry and enlarging the kitchen island.

2. All of the cabinetry was replaced and more cabinetry was added. Cabinet accessories were incorporated for more convenient storage.

3. The pantry door was relocated, making it more accessible from the kitchen.

4. The kitchen island, which was previously two levels, was converted to one level for a more modern and functional design.

5. A dry bar was added to a formerly unused space and the built-in buffet was enlarged.

Both created more cabinet storage.

6. A larger window was added above the sink, bringing more natural light into the kitchen.

Background Info: This home, built in the early 2000s, is in the Delaware Trace neighborhood of Carmel. The homeowners wanted to stay in the home for several more years but wanted to make the space their own, aesthetically and functionally.

Before problems The focus of this project was the kitchen, because although the home had plenty of square footage, the kitchen was dark and confined. The layout of the space didn’t work well for the homeowner and storage was limited. The materials were dated and lacked appeal.

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Current kicks off holiday pastry contest

Now in our 12th year, Current has published a holiday and gift guide since its inception.

Each year, there’s a theme. In 2015, we went artsy with “An Artful Holiday.” In 2016, we focused on the state’s 200th birthday.

Last year, we went around the world in our own cities and towns, celebrating the cultures and traditions that make us vibrant.

This year’s theme, as you’ll see through the pages of this guide, focuses on food. This is the time of the year when some of our best memories can be had around the dinner table, but we’re also catering (see what we did there?) to our readers with this theme, too. Based on independent research, we know you want to read about food, drinks and dining. Much of our daily online and weekly print coverage can be tied back to food in some way, whether it’s a new restaurant opening or a recipe submitted by a reader.

Not all items in this guide are about food, though. We pride ourselves on putting out the most comprehensive guide of holiday activities in our coverage areas. From a holiday-themed story time at the library to a citywide celebration of the season that draws thousands, we hope to see you there.

It’s also that time of year for us to reflect on what we’re thankful for –you, the reader, of course, along with a hardworking staff and advertisers who believe in us. We wish you a spectacular holiday season and a Merry Christmas.

New this year, Current Publishing is asking you, our readers, to send your most beautiful and best-tasting pastry recipes our way. If you’re reading this, the competition has begun.

From now to Dec. 7, we are accepting recipes. Finalists will be chosen and will have their recipes judged by a professional chef. For this portion of the contest, finalists must bring a small portion of their pastry to the Current Publishing offices, 30 S. Range Line Rd., Carmel, for the chef to sample. The chef will make his or her final choice, and the winner, in addition to having their recipe featured in an upcoming edition of Current, will receive a gift card.

Here’s what we need from you: • Your name • An email address or phone number where you can reached • Your city of residence • The full recipe for the item in which you choose to enter (ingredients and measurements, directions, etc.)

How to enter: Send your information and recipe to Sadie Hunter at sadie@youarecurrent.com before Dec. 7.

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Preservation Alliance, City of Noblesville, Noblesville Main Street and Nickel Plate Arts have partnered to present Lights Over Seminary, an interactive holiday light display using displays from decades ago that have been in storage. On Dec. 7, these organizations will host a special lighting ceremony in conjunction with Main Street’s First Friday event at 6 p.m.

CARMEL Carmel kicked off its holiday season Nov. 17 with its Holiday at Center Green event, but on Dec. 1, the city will host Holiday in the Arts District from 2 to 5 p.m.

Elves, reindeer, carolers, trolley rides, a visit from Santa and more will round out this free event. The following week, from 4 to 6 p.m. Dec. 8, the district will host Holiday PorchFest, with live music played from the front porches of homes in the arts district.

LAWRENCE The City of Lawrence’s annual “A Lawrence Christmas” event, which includes a tree lighting and holiday parade, is set for Nov. 24. Children can visit Santa Claus and the kids’ zone beginning at 4:30 p.m. and the competition between the city’s departments for the best float will begin with the parade at 5:30 p.m.

FISHERS Fishers’ Winter Wonderland returns from 2 to 8 p.m.

Dec. 1 at the Pavilion at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater. At this event, the city will host its annual tree lighting (6 p.m.), ice carving, a petting zoo, music from Fishers Music Works and more. A sensory-friendly area also will be available.

FORTVILLE Fortville Action, Inc.’s Winterfest will be held on Main Street in downtown Fortville from 2 to 7 p.m. Dec. 1. The Main Street parade will begin at 2 p.m.

MCCORDSVILLE The Town of McCordsville will hold its annual Christmas Tree Lighting from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. Dec 5. The McCordsville Elementary School Choir, Middle School Band, and folk group Sugar Cream Pie will perform.. There also will

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How to set your dining table

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Are you hosting a holiday dinner this year and want to be sure everything is in its correct place?

We’re referencing the professionals for this one, none other than The Emily Post Institute.

Emily says though many have reservations about setting a table or even using a proper place setting, it’s not as difficult as it seems.

The basic rule is that utensils are placed in the order of use from the outside in, proving Kathy Bates was right in that scene in “Titanic” where Leonardo DiCaprio isn’t sure which spoon to use, never having been to a formal dinner.

A second rule, with only a few exceptions, is that forks go to the left of the plate, and knives (blade toward the dinner plate) and spoons go to the right.

Third, bread and butter always go the the top left of the dinner plate, and drinks always to the top right.

Village of West Clay tree lighting — The Village of WestClay Owners Association will host the largest tree lighting ceremony in Hamilton County at 6 p.m. Nov. 24. More than 30,000 lights will be displayed. The evening’s festivities will include a performance by the Carmel Holiday Singers, prior to the lighting, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Throughout the evening, guests can enjoy rides in a horse-drawn carriage or walk to the village restaurants. Owners Association President Greg Maiers, original village resident and World War II veteran Steve Terry and B.J. Nichols of ReisNichols Jewelers officially will light the tree at 6 p.m. As many as 1,000 people are expected to join in the festivities at the village’s meeting house, 2000 N. New Market St., Carmel.

Noblesville Holiday Market —The Noblesville Main Street Holiday Market will return from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 1 to the Hamilton County Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville. This event is free. Vendors will have original art, quality crafts, holiday decorations, vintage collectables, homemade food favorites, gifts and more. Learn more at noblesvillemainstreet.org.

Community band holiday concert — Noblesville High School Performing Arts will celebrate the season by hosting the Hamilton County Community Band Holiday Concert Dec. 16. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. at the auditorium at Noblesville High School, 18111 Cumberland Rd., Noblesville. This event is free to the public.

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HOLIDAY CHEERS What: Guests can sample craft beers and wines. After sampling, attendees will go through 1836 Prairietown to explore multicultural, 19th century holiday traditions.

When: 6:30 to 10 p.m. Dec. 13.

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CONNER PAIRIE BY CANDLELIGHT What: This is a self-led tour of Conner Prairie’s 1836 Prairietown, and attendees can meet a variety of characters in their homes as if it’s the night before Christmas. Purchase tickets at connerprairie.org.

When: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 Cost: $14/adult non-members, $16/adult members

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA What: Guests of this breakfast will enjoy a Christmas buffet with Santa Claus. Santa will read “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” and after the meal, kids can decorate their own cookie and sit on Santa’s lap to tell him what they want for Christmas. To see a full menu and purchase tickets, visit connerprairie.org.

When: 9 to 11 a.m. Nov. 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15 and 22; 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 25, Dec. 2, 9, 16 and 23.

Cost: $18.95/adult members, $21.95/adult non-members, $9.95/youth members, $12.95/youth non-members

METAL CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS What: Metalworking techniques with copper, tin and brass are displayed and practiced at this event, where guests can make their own keepsake or gifts for friends and family. Each person will make two to three ornaments. This program is for ages 12 and older. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, and reservations are required. Purchase tickets at connerprairie.org.

When: 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 8.

Cost: $50/members, $60/non-members GINGERBREAD VILLAGE What: This year’s theme “Conner Prairie in Gingerbread,” which will showcase the grounds and buildings of the park.

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• 8 ounces pitted dates • 4 ounces brie cheese round • 6 ounces slivered almonds • 1 1/2 pounds bacon • 2 teaspoons black pepper Heat oven to 375 degrees. Cut dates in half, lengthwise. Cut brie into bite-size pieces, about the size of peanuts. Place one piece of Brie and four almond pieces on each open date half. Place other half on top. Quarter bacon slices, wrap tightly around stuffed dates and secure with toothpicks. Sprinkle with pepper. Line baking sheet with foil and place wrapped

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Heat oven to 400 degrees. In large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Stir fry pork 8-10 minutes, or until well browned. Unroll pizza dough and press onto greased sheet pan, about 18-by-13 inches; cut into six rectangles.

Drain tomatoes, reserving oil. Brush tops of flatbreads with sun-dried tomato oil, reserving about 1 tablespoon. Top with pork, drained tomatoes, olives and rosemary, pressing into dough lightly with fingertips. Bake 18-21 minutes until edges oil evenly over flatbreads; let stand on 2 minutes before serving. are golden brown.

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A guide to wine pairings

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Have you started planning meals for holiday celebrations and are confused about which wine to serve? Read on.

Turkey is the star of the show, even when there are so many flavors and spices on a Thanksgiving table. You can’t go wrong with a rosé. Don’t’ worry, just because it’s pink doesn’t equate to sweet wine. Try this beauty with a crisp, berry finish: Les Trois Couronnes Côtes- du-Rhône Rosé, about $12 at Market District. Another delicious choice is Clean Slate Riesling. It’s easy to find, only $10 and is a spicy, earthy, German wine from the famed Mosel region (my fave).

Latkes are a must when celebrating Hanukkah. These potato pancakes are a perfect match with Italian Prosecco. An easy-to-find, delicious option comes from Mionetto, Prosecco di Treviso Brut Gold Label. The golden apple flavors complement the applesauce generally served with these little yummies. A bottle is around $13.

Fish patties are included in most Kwanzaa festivities and a crisp, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc would be best. I’m digging Jules Taylor Sauvignon Blanc from

Costco, and it’s only $12. Huge citrus flavors and enough acid to cut through the fried cakes.

Ham is great with a fresh, fruity red and Mommessin Beaujolais Nouveau is a tasty and cost-effective option at $10. You’re having prime rib for Christmas dinner? Black Stallion Cabernet Sauvignon is $30, easy to find, and offers dark fruit, toasted oak with great depth of flavor. Duck instead?

Baron Philippe De Rothschild, Baron Phillipe Sauternes is the way to go. It’s $38 for fantastic citrus and honey flavors and is especially perfect if you are preparing duck a l’orange.

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Try a cabernet franc. With fresh cranberry flavors, Happy Canyon Vineyard 2017 Chukker at $26 wins.

Elizabeth Morse owned the Corner Wine Bar in Broad Ripple for close to 20 years.

She is a graduate of IU, is a Hoosier chef, food writer, wine guru and Hamilton County Master Gardener who believes in supporting all things local. Morse has been a resident of Hamilton County for more than a decade. Check out her blog: schlepicurean.com.

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Santa’s mailbox — The City of Fishers will again host Santa Claus’ mailboxes at city hall, 1 Municipal Dr., and the Fishers Parks and Recreation Dept., 11565 Brooks School Rd. Now a tradition of the city, children in fourth grade and younger can drop their letters to Santa in the special mailboxes to be sure they arrive safely at the North Pole. All letters must be dropped off by 4:30 p.m. Dec. 10. Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Office hours for city hall and the parks department are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

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Good grammar is wonderful because it opens doors—to job interviews, romantic relationships and even elegant holiday parties where people drink mulled wine and feast on roasted chestnuts. By improving your grammar, your Facebook friends will rightly assume you’ve started buying one of those brand new Lexuses (Lexi?) with a giant bow on it for your spouse.

When you want to sign your family’s collective name on a holiday card, how do you write it? Is it “The Millers” or “The Miller’s?”

Everyone likes a good eggnog-infused party (after all, that’s why you’re improving your grammar, right?), and apostrophes are like sentence confetti, adding a fun flair to your scintillating syntax. But a misplaced apostrophe is like confetti at a funeral—inappropriate and impossible to undo.

To make your last name plural, never add an apostrophe. Just don’t do it. The Millers went to the ice skating rink is correct. Adding an apostrophe to your last name makes it possessive: Did you see The Millers’ cool new inflatable Santa?

If your last name ends with s, z, x, ch or sh, simply add es to make it plural: Season’s greetings from The Foxes. If your last name ends in any other letter (including y), simply add an s: The Honeycutts are incredibly photogenic.

So, if you’re considering adding your family’s name on the back of your sleigh, write The Millers. Adding an apostrophe will simply get you uninvited from those swanky holiday parties, leaving you sadly to drink your mulled wine alone while you wistfully stalk everyone else’s happy Christmas sweater-filled photos on Facebook.

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Coffee hat $18 • The Well Coffeehouse, 8890 E. 116th St., Suite 120, Fishers

Local artist work or homemade item Wine bottle candle $30 • Gallery 116, 8597 E. 116th St., Fishers

Clothing/textile for men Black barbeque mitt $7.99 • Fishers Do It Center, 11881 Lakeside Dr., Fishers

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Food gift Indiana-made sausages, jams and snacks $4.99-$15.50 • All Local, 863 Conner St., Noblesville

Stocking stuffer Dragonwood creamed honey set $12 • Logan Village Mall, 977 Logan St., Noblesville

Book Repurposed cookbook journals $15.50 • Logan Village Mall, 977 Logan St., Noblesville

Alcoholic beverage Apple Spice wine $10 • Country Moon Winery, 16222 Prairie Baptist Rd., Noblesville

Jewelry/accessory Donut, sushi, beer socks $5 • A Corner Cottage, 895 Conner St., Noblesville

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Clothing/textile for women Hip hop dish towels $8.99 • Logan Village Mall, 977 Logan St., Noblesville

Local artist work or homemade item Repurposed wine bottle candle $38 • Karisma, 859 Conner St., Noblesville

Clothing/textile for men Food-themed boxers $9 • A Corner Cottage, 895 Conner St., Noblesville

Home décor Customized, handmade cutting boards Prices vary per item • Linden Tree, 856 Logan St., Noblesville

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Alcoholic beverage Black Magic wine $15 • Urban Vines Winery and Brewery, 303 E. 161st St., Westfield

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Kids gift Pretend Play Diner $14 • Turn the Page Books and Gifts, 149 N. Walnut St., Westfield

Clothing/textile for women Avocado kitchen towel $16 • Turn the Page Books and Gifts, 149 N. Walnut St., Westfield

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Alcoholic beverage Sweet Blueberry Cheesecake wine $13.79 • Hopwood Cellars Winery, 12 E. Cedar St., Zionsville

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Kids gift Cotton kids aprons $12 • Fivethirty Home, 205 S. Main St., Zionsville

Clothing/textile for women Iza Pearl apron $33.95 • Butler’s Pantry, 213 S. Main St., Zionsville

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Time slots to get photos with Santa at Fishers’ Winter Wonderland event Dec. 1 are full, but the city has added two more times to get photos, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 4 and 5. The Dec. 5 time will include a sensory-friendly hour from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Register for a time slot at playfishers.com/218/ Winter-Wonderland-Holiday-Fun. Pet photo night On Dec. 2, Clay Terrace will host a pet photo night where you can bring furry friends to get a photo with Santa Claus.

Bring your pet between 6 and 8 p.m. For more, call 317-818-0725.

Cookies with Mrs. Claus From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 8, Clay Terrace is inviting kids and families to enjoy milk and cookies and a story with Mrs. Claus at the Whole Foods’ food court area,

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Pet pictures with Santa Bring your fur baby for a photo with Santa from 1 to 5 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, 6 Municipal Dr., Fishers. Photos will be printed onsite and available for purchase. Pets need to be kept on leashes.

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What: Between the Palladium, Tarkington Theater and Studio Theater, Carmel welcomes the public to its ice rink on the city’s Center Green. The Ice at Center Green opened last weekend and will offer public skating through the beginning of March.

When: 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday and noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday (closed Monday, Tuesday and on Thanksgiving), Nov. 17-Dec. 23; 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday and noon to 9 p.m. FridaySunday (closed Monday-Wednesday), Dec. 26-March 10 Where: 10 Center Green, Carmel Cost: $8/age 10 and younger, $10/age 11 and older, plus $4 skate rental (all ages) More: theiceatcentergreen.com Federal Hill Commons Ice Plaza

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What: Now in its second year, the Ice Plaza opened last week in Noblesville as the city’s parks and recreation department’s newest open park, Federal Hill Commons. Special event nights are: Nov. 24 (Small Business Saturday), Nov. 30 (Elf

The Ice at Center Green is open through March 10. (Submitted photo) Party and toy drive), Dec. 7 (Elf Party and toy drive), Dec. 14 (Holiday Hat Night), Dec. 21 (Ugly Sweater Party), Dec. 28 (Flannel Night), Jan. 4 (Aloha Night) and Jan. 5 (Glow Night).

When: 5 to 9 p.m. Monday-Friday, Nov. 17-Dec. 21; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 17-Dec. 23 and Nov. 23 (day after Thanksgiving) and New Year’s Day (Jan. 1); 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, Dec. 22Jan. 7; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Christmas Eve (Dec. 24) and New Year’s Eve (Dec. 31); Closed Thanksgiving day and Christmas day.

Where: 175 Logan St., Noblesville Cost: $12 (skate rental included) More: federalhillcommons.com

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What: Back for its fifth year, Nickel Plate Arts’ “Gifted” is the organization’s annual holiday exhibit and gift market, where guests can buy cards, ornaments and more.

A special opening reception will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 7.

When: Noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 through Dec. 29.

Where: Nickel Plate Arts, 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville Cost: Free Small Business Saturday What: Like many of the other businesses and organizations taking part in Small Business Saturday, Nickel Plate Arts is no different. Stop by the Judge Stone House Gallery to peruse Nickel Plate Arts’ “Gifted” exhibit.

When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 24 Where: Nickel Plate Arts, 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville Cost: Free to attend. Items will be for sale.

Cure for Cabin Fever Drop-In Crafts What: Need to get out of the house? Drop by the gallery, and staff from Nickel Plate Arts will assist you with a craft.

When: 12 to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, Dec. 26-29 and Jan. 2-5

Kids work on a drop-in craft at Nickel Plate Arts. (File photo)

The “Gifted” exhibit will be on display through Dec. 29.

Where: Nickel Plate Arts, 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville Cost: $5-10 per person per craft, or $25 for unlimited crafts. Includes all supplies and instruction.

hot chocolate and other holiday treats will be provided.

When: 11 a.m. to noon for ages 3 to 5, 1 to 2 p.m. for ages 6 to 8. 3 to 4 p.m. for ages 9 and older. Dec. 1, 8, 15 and 22.

Where: Nickel Plate Arts, 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville Cost: $10 per person. Includes all supplies and instruction.

Santa’s Workshops What: This program is a workshop where guests can make handmade pieces great for gifting. Cookies, milk,

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Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation is taking the drive-in movie experience indoors from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 15. Kids can create their own car out of cardboard and other materials to lounge in while watching “The Polar Express.” Boxes not provided, but art supplies, popcorn and juice will be. Guests should bring blankets or pillows for their box. Registration is required, and cost is $20. This program is for ages 4 to 10, and parents must stay for the movie. For more, visit carmelclayparks.com.

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Breakfast with the Grinch Families will enjoy a breakfast of Grinchinspired goodies from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Dec. 15 while listening to a reading of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” and making a holiday craft with Fishers Parks and Recreation staff. Snap a photo with the Grinch himself. This event will be held at Saxony Hall, 13362 Pennington Rd., Fishers. Parents and children must register

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Mr. and Mrs. Claus greet children at Cool Creek Nature Center. (File photo)

From 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 8, Hamilton County Parks and Recreation will throw its annual Holly Jolly Jamboree at the Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 E. 151st St., Carmel. Be merry with parks staff as they welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus, who will be available for pictures throughout the program.

Silly Safaris will present its Indiana Reindeer Reserve program, which includes a live reindeer. Crafts and cookies will also be available.

Christmas Tree Votive Pottery From 1 to 2 p.m. Dec. 1, kids ages 2 through 12 can join Fishers Parks and Recreation to paint a festive Christmas tree votive while listening to “Olive, the Other Reindeer,” at the Billericay Park Building, 12690 Promise Rd., Fishers. Cost is $18. Register by Nov. 30.

Holiday cookie decorating For ages 2 to 6 and their caregivers, Washington Township Parks and Recreation is offering a holiday cookie decorating class from 1 to 2 p.m. Dec. 18. A plate of cookies can be taken home. The class is $10. For more, visit westfieldwashingtontwp.us.

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Join Alice’s Table in Indianapolis and the Fishers Parks and Recreation Dept. from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 6 for Fa-La-La-La Flowers at the Historic Ambassador House, 10595 Eller Rd., Fishers. Guests will create a festive focal point for holiday dinners as they learn new flower tips and tricks while mastering the art of flower arranging. Beer and wine are welcome for ages 21 and older. Cost is $15. Register for this program by Nov. 30 through Fishers Parks and Recreation at bit.ly/2JcWy15.

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Winter Wonderland — Join library staff for winter stories and activities about cold weather and snow. Guests will read books, share rhymes and then move on to crafts and activities to celebrate the winter season. Tickets are required, and will be available on a first-come firstserved basis at the Children’s Desk 30 minutes prior to the program. Free. Ages 2-5. 10:45 and11:30 a.m. Dec. 4. Carmel Clay Public Library, 55 Fourth Ave. SE, Carmel.

Winter Fun for Little Ones — Adults and toddlers actively share stories and songs during this 20 minutes of singing, moving, seeing, hearing, handling and rhyming together. Siblings are welcome.

Tickets are required and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Children’s Desk 30 minutes prior to the program. Free. Ages 12-24 months. 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Dec. 12. Carmel Clay Public Library, 55 Fourth Ave. SE, Carmel.

FISHERS & GEIST Holiday Classical Concert — Guests are invited to enjoy a performance of chamber ensemble music featuring holiday classics and carols by members of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. All ages welcome. Noon, Dec. 3. Indianapolis Public Library Lawrence Branch, 7898 N. Hague Rd., Indianapolis.

Cookies with Claus — Join library staff for a holiday open house and visits with Santa Claus that include cookies, milk and crafts. All ages welcome. No registration required. 5:30 p.m. Dec. 12. FortvilleVernon Township Public Library, 625 E. Broadway St., Fortville.

Holly Jolly Holiday Party — Grab friends and family for wintertime fun at the oibrary. Snacks, activities and more provided. Registration not required. All ages welcome, but most activities are for kids age 10 and younger. Free. 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 12. HEPL Fishers, 5 Municipal Dr., Fishers.

Winter Maker Challenge — Join Ignite Studio for an afternoon of newspaper construction in its Winter Maker Challenge. See what you can build using only newspaper, tape and staples. Free. No registration required. 1 p.m. Dec. 28. HEPL Fishers, 5 Municipal Dr., Fishers.

NOBLESVILLE Holly Jolly Holiday Party — Grab friends and family for wintertime fun at the library. Snacks, activities and more provided. Registration not required. All ages welcome, but most activities are for kids age 10 and younger. Free. 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 11. HEPL Noblesville, 1 Library Plaza, Noblesville.

vices department and check in to see if the library has received holiday cards from other libraries. All ages. Free. Nov. 24 through Dec. 22.

Holiday Book Sale — Stop by the youth services department during library hours for its annual holiday book sale. Pro-

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Holiday concert — The Zionsville United Methodist Church Bell Choir will kick off this event, followed by the melodies of Zionsville Middle School’s Strolling Strings. Free. All ages welcome. 2 p.m.

Dec. 1. Hussey Mayfield Memorial Library, 250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville.

Sweets and snowballs with Buddy the Elf—6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Families. Buddy the Elf loves kids and Christmas! Come and hear Buddy’s holiday story; then enjoy cookies, ice cream, and some snowball fun! Hussey Mayfield Memorial Library, 250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville.

VIP Christmas — A holiday celebration for people with special needs, plus their families and caregivers. Tickets required. Families with special needs can visit www.thehawkfoundation.org for tickets, or call Leigh Ann at 317-8735255. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7. Hussey Mayfield Memorial Library, 250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville.

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WESTFIELD Find the library elf — Beginning Dec. 3 and running through Dec. 23, Westfield Washington Township Public Library’s elf will hide in a new spot each day. Kids are invited to tell the librarian at the children’s reference desk where they found the elf to receive a prize. The library is at 333 W. Hoover St. and is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. For more, visit wwpl.lib.in.us.

Holiday party — Westfield Washington Public Library, 333 W. Hoover St., will host its annual holiday party from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 10. The event will feature games, crafts and music from Robin Harrison. For more, visit wwpl.lib.in.us.

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