February 3, 2009

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Carmel resident michael vlasich has lived an extraordinary life as a distinguished chef

By Brandie Bohney Current in Carmel

If you think that crisp white chef ’s hat is the only one Carmel resident Michael Vlasich wears, you’d better think again.

As the executive chef at the Indianapolis Downtown Marriott, Vlasich doesn’t just cook. He writes menus. He manages other chefs. He presents tastings. He teaches.

And he manages day-to-day operations at the Marriott’s banquet facilities and both Marriott restaurants – Circle City Bar & Grille and Champions Sports Bar. “On average, we serve 60,000 people a month at the hotel, so I spend my time going from kitchen to kitchen and place to place making sure things are the way they are supposed to be,” Vlasich said. “Nowadays, you have to remember to be as much a businessman as you are a cook.”

And in the business of cooking, Vlasich is an experienced voice. But it wasn’t his initial career choice. He first wanted to be a pianist.

“I found I couldn’t make a living to pay the bills,” he said. “So I started working in a restaurant … and found that food and music have a lot of great similarities.”

Prior to coming to Indiana, Vlasich worked in Florida and California in prestigious locations and on extraordinary products. He has cooked for three presidents and an extensive “who’s who” list in the world of fame and fortune.

In California, he worked on the renovations of the Miramar Hotel in Santa Monica – a hot spot for the rich and famous. While there, he served a variety of wellknown figures, including Bill Clinton, both before and during his presidency.

“Before he was even president, he would stay in our hotel when he was fundraising,” Vlasich said. “I was sort of his personal valet whenever he would come to the hotel.”

Rubbing elbows with big names wasn’t only a perk in California. Vlasich’s position at the PGA National Resort and Spa in Palm Springs, Fla. also put him in contact with a number of well-known athletes and celebrities.

While the position with PGA National was prestigious, it wasn’t the only reason he and his wife, Deb, left

California. The infamous Northridge earthquake in 1994 also played a part.

“We had a small run of bad luck,” he said. “(Including) losing our home in the earthquake. And we knew we didn’t want to raise our kids there.”

While in Florida, Vlasich also had the opportunity to teach at the Florida Culinary Institute, which he especially enjoyed.But in the end, Florida didn’t provide the type of education he and Deb sought for their three children (now 14, 16 and 18).

“We were looking for a more wholesome place with better (schools) to raise our children,” he said. “And I ran across the job in Indianapolis. And here we are, almost seven years later.”

The Marriott job also offered something Vlasich had never experienced: holidays off. But he warns others interested in culinary arts that his job is the exception, not the rule.

“There is a high burnout rate in the industry,” he said.

“Working in a hotel or restaurant is very hard work, very long hours … you work every holiday, you work at night; you’re at work when other people are on vacation.”

Thankfully, some people are made for the rigors of the kitchen. Vlasich is one of them, and his work speaks to his expertise.

Indianapolis Downtown Marriott 350 W. Maryland St. 317- 822-3500

Circle City Bar and Grille 317- 405-6100

Champions Sports Bar 317- 405-6111

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TASTE CHEF MICHAEL’S FARE

OUR TAKES It is our position that the increasing presence of coed dorm rooms at colleges and universities is a poor idea. A dorm should be a place to bond and navigate the treacherous waters of adulthood. Dorms are safe havens for sleeping, studying and growing as individuals. Pretending a newly minted freshman is prepared to constantly address sexual dynamics ignores the obvious and sizable distractions attached.

It is apparent that this movement exists only to prove some social agenda. Should a couple – plutonic or otherwise – feel the need to cohabitate, there is an array of alternatives available.

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We acknowledge that college is a time to pursue growth, gather new experiences and prove responsibility. Perhaps the movement toward coed dorm rooms is reflective of the changing pace of our society. Maybe universities are simply responding to the demands of a new generation. But ultimately, colleges are educational institutions.

Colleges should provide students with safe, nurturing environments in which to learn (not study mass cohabitation). Any decision made by a university or college regarding housing regulations should be based solely on the physical and mental welfare of its student body.

It is our position that using simple and sustainable building materials is a responsible and thoughtful way to build businesses and homes. Chipotle restaurants, for example, sport floors with color-tinted concrete and flat roofs made from corrugated metal base.

Tables and chairs are composed of stainless steel, laminated plywood and a base made from commercial-grade piping.

The entire facility is efficient, maintenance-free and inexpensive to build.

We do not advocate for all construction to be dominated by modern aesthet-

ics. Durable, timeless materials can serve just as well. The key is to build in a way that cooperates with standard building practices and employs natural and sustainable materials. Neutral-colored, modestly textured ceramic tile combined with standard white porcelain fixtures provide a low-maintenance, trend-proof solution, especially in commercial kitchens and bathrooms.

If everyone pursued this approach, our maintenance, energy and construction costs would decline, giving a long-term and sustainable boost to the economy.

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Obama explained that he felt more conhe famous American humorist Mark Twain one reported, in his fident with a man behind the wheel who “looked” like a safe flyer. The contrast deadpan, pithy style, “All gengives great pause. eralizations are false, including Was the president wrong to expect a this one.” pilot to look a certain way?

While the paradox is inesWould it be wrong to expect capable, most of us have manyour priest, restaurant server, aged to walk the fine line with teacher or sheriff to meet cergeneralizations, understanding tain expectations? If I’m lurkthat they are reliable – if not ing around the Latin ghetto on absolutely necessary – in rouChicago’s South Side at 3:30 tine human interactions, but a.m., should I expect to be also that they can lead to gross stopped by police? I think so. misunderstandings. But the If I’m a Pakistani flying into immense social pressure from Boston from Canada without the religion of political corperfect paperwork, should I rectness is skewing the balance be stopped and questioned by away from common sense.

Cameras rolled on President police? Many think not.

Terry At the end of the day, let’s Obama when he met his Air Anker use a little common sense.

Force One pilot for the first time. He shook the man’s Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current hand and said, “You look like you came Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at from central casting.” The perplexed terry@currentincarmell.com. officer begged Obama’s pardon, and

“All generalizations are false, including this one.”

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and shared volunteer and donor databases business incubator is a proalso help. gram designed to launch What if our community invested in a new businesses. Incubators business incubator to nurture small nonprovide critical resources to profits? They may not all be start-ups, but companies when they are many are fledgling businesses most vulnerable – right after that need access to capital, key their inception. Business inexpert knowledge and reduced cubators are often the result overhead expenses. of public-private partnership, If shared resources were to with economic development make these businesses more organizations, universities successful or successful earlier in and civic leaders usually their life cycles, out community keenly engaged. Indiana has would benefit. And if nontargeted specific industry profits using incubators were segments desirable to the required to spend a percentage community, such as sports, of their budgets within city life sciences and advanced limits, citizens and local business marketing and logistics. owners would also benefit.

Business incubators help Sue Motivational speaker Zig communities because they can Finkam Ziglar says, “You can have everystabilize businesses, bring new thing in life you want if you will products or technologies and just help other people get what they want.” enhance local employment opportunities.

I’ve found that to be profoundly true.

In some cases, they can also help revitalize neighborhoods and provide communities Sue Finkam is interested in making a differwith a sense of identity. ence in the community through healthy The way business incubators assist conversation. You can participate in the conemerging businesses varies. Among the most common: free or reduced rent, shared versation by posting a comment on her blog at www.youarecurrent.com. administrative support, access to consultants and mentoring. Group purchasing

FROM THE BACKSHOP HAVE LOCAL MERCHANTS LOST THEIR RESOLVE? It’s quite stunning, really, the number of businesses that did not open at all last Wednesday after the Snowstorm That Brought Central Indiana To Its Knees™ (film at 11) left town. We were out and about all day. The city did a fine job plowing streets. Parking lots – at least the ones we saw – had been cleared. Do you suppose the merchants, tired of the economy and sagging sales, woke up and said, “Aw, forget it”? Is this a sign of weakening resolve among local business owners?

We certainly hope not, but we witnessed would-be customers pulling into lots and getting out of their vehicles ... only to be turned away by dark businesses, which, of course, lost out on potential sales. Were we not in such economic turmoil, the can-do attitude usually on display in these parts would have powered those business owners into work. Not last Wednesday. It’s a sad commentary.

••• Words to live by: “The problem with socialism is that you eventually run out of other people’s money.” So said former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher.

(Gee, perhaps that’s why it never has worked.)

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Brian Kelly & Steve Greenberg On the mend: Think good thoughts for our friend, Carmel Arts Council Executive Director Doreen Squire Ficara, who is recovering from the shoulder surgery she underwent last week. We’re certain she’ll be back tossing zingers in no time!

••• Continuing Government Waste Award (Snow Division): The geniuses at the Indiana Department of Transportation commissioned a press release last week to all Central Indiana media outlets saying “up to 335 yellow trucks” were treating thoroughfares across our area. Did we really need to know that? No. Should “up to 335 yellow trucks” have been out making roads passable? Yep, and that’s exactly why the state owns them. When will this nonsense and waste of taxpayer dough cease? When we all stand up and say, “ENOUGH!”

READER’S VIEW Objection to Brainard’s Objectives Editor: Mayor Jim Brainard’s top 12 objectives (“New Year’s Objectives,” Jan. 27) are admirable given the current state of the economy and Carmel’s relative position in the state of Indiana. The picture he painted is more than just bright – it is almost as luminous as the sun on a clear July day.

If I took everything he said literally, I would be assured that I would not be subject to further tax increases (or spending deficits) to achieve his goals. Yeah right! This is just more “feel-good” political garbage to make me (the general public) believe government has my best interests in mind.

Three significant points I’d like to contest: 1. When did the government – specifically Mayor Brainard – become “quality of life” experts? I, for one, am hesitant to allow any politician to tell me what quality of life should be. This is very close to the concept of state and federal government legislating the safety of the general public with laws that do nothing more than show the rest of

the world how stupid the American populous has become. We can no longer rely on common sense to keep us safe.

2. The gracious Mayor Brainard is going to “recoup” federal tax money? Why? He says, “It’s our money.” Well, mayor, maybe you’ve forgotten the money belonged to me and the residents of Carmel LONG before you, the county, the state, and the federal government got your hands on it. Guess what? I would rather keep it for myself than give it to you. That would do more to stimulate the economy than any supposed relief program presented to the public in recent months.

3. I’m sorry, but I have yet to fully understand how Carmel could have a budget surplus while individual projects like Keystone Avenue and the Regional Performing Arts Center are in need of more of MY money.

Maybe it’s simple: You’re taxing me more than you should. Could you please give some of it back?

Terry Huff Carmel

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The best birthday ever?

By Margaret Sutherlin Current in Carmel

Carmel mom Anne Paluszny has found an untapped niche in the children’s market – “how to” guides.

The first book in her “Blooming Heart Books” series, “Getting to the Heart of Complimenting,” will be available in Indianapolis Feb. 7. The nationwide release is Feb. 14. “‘Blooming Heart’ came about because I always, when my kids were little, talked in terms of having a big heart,” she said. “If they were doing something nice, I would say, ‘Your heart is very big right now.’ I thought it would be a nice ‘how to’ concept.”

Making that concept a reality has been a lengthy process. Among Paluszny’s biggest challenges was making the books more engaging for readers. And that’s where another Carmel mom, Lori McDonough, comes in.

Paluszny had struggled for years to find

Anne Paluszny and Lori McDonough

an illustrator for the series, until one day when she received McDonough’s name on a whim. After one meeting, they knew they had found a dream team.

“It was kind of fate that put us in each others’ paths,” McDonough said.

Since then, McDonough and Paluszny have worked closely on the series, overcoming obstacles and staying dedicated to the concept of the books.

They hope to publish as many as 20 books together. But for now, they’re happy with just one.

For more information, visit www. bloomingheartbooks.com.

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And you know what? It was honestly one ormally Mondays are my “day off.” I don’t babysit my nephew of the best birthdays I’ve ever had. The kids willingly cleaned whatever drawer, room or nieces, my 4-year-old can or space I asked. They played Guitar Hero: go to Gram’s house if need-be, World Tour together without physically and if I want, I have six glorior verbally abusing whoever ous hours to run errands, work screwed up the vocals. They out, write this column, or lounge brought me Diet Coke and on the couch and scarf down Kleenex when I asked. They left Oreos and cheese puffs. me alone to work out on the This year, I was thrilled to dreaded treadmill (still going learn my birthday would be on strong on that New Year’s resolua Monday. I scheduled a facial, tion, BTW). And they generally planned a lunch date with my behaved like some else’s chilhusband and made reservations dren. Did Stepford have kids? for a family dinner. It was going And my facial was to die for. to be great!

I’ve never had one, but I figured Unfortunately, I didn’t plan this would be the perfect gift for the fact that this particular for myself as I near the 40-year Monday was also Martin Luther Danielle mark. I got to relax in a room King Jr. Day, which meant my Wilson with soothing music and scents older children would all be home and be massaged by a lovely gal from school. “No worries,” I who actually didn’t think my skin was too thought. “Grams can watch a few more bad. And when I went to pay, she told me while I go to the spa and out to lunch. they comped it because I’d been a tummyGame on!” tuck patient of the surgeon in the same But then another glitch – Grams called building! Happy birthday to me! the Thursday before to say she was having Dinner was fairly nice, too, consideremergency knee surgery and wouldn’t be ing my youngest badgered the server for able to babysit. And since she was also chocolate cake at every turn, my husband supposed to be watching my nieces and and seven-year-old tickled themselves pink nephews, she asked, could I cover for her? with an in-depth debate over the rules for Game off. My dream day was headed a bowel movement – dubbed “The Great toward Do-Over Land. Oh well, Mother’s Poo-Off” – and we spent way more money Day was only four months away.

No! I wasn’t going down without a fight. than anticipated for basically pizza and breadsticks.

I politely told my sisters-in-law I would So in the end, despite my initial frustranot be available to watch their children. I tion, I had a wonderful day. I’m proud of cancelled the lunch date with my hubby and asked if he could come home to watch myself for not succumbing to the winds of change. After all, you don’t turn 31 every the kids. And finally, I made it perfectly year. clear what my present would be: A day Peace out! without fighting, whining or disobedience.

They may have been home for the fourth Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and conday in a row (thanks to the stupid belowtributing columnist. You may e-mail her at zero temperatures), but the kids were not going to ruin my birthday. Game back on! danielle@currentincarmel.com.

BOOK RELEASE CELEBRATION - Local author Jeff Stone will hold a book release party for “Mouse,” the sixth book in his Five Ancestors series, Feb. 10 at the Carmel Clay Public Library. He will be available to sell and STONE sign copies from 4-4:30 p.m. and 5:45-7 p.m., with an animal kung-fu demonstration between the signings. The program is free, and registration is not required. For more information, call 317-571-4292.

NEW PREZ FOR CARMEL DADS – The Carmel Dads’ club has announced that longtime Carmel resident and coach Jack Lee Beery, 44, has been named the organization’s next president. Beery has been an active BEERY member of the club since 1972, and he is also an employee at Martin Marietta Aggregates. For more information about Beery or the club, visit www. carmeldadsclub.org.

CUTS FOR A CAUSE – Salon 01 (200 City Center Dr. in Carmel), hosted its annual “Cuts for a Cause” event Jan. 19. The event benefited Go Red for Women, a campaign connected with the American Heart Association. Every member of the Salon 01 staff volunteered time and talent to raise money in the cut-a-thon.

The salon raised $3,240 in eight hours, and it will “match” this amount, creating a total donation of $6,480.

CHAMBER EVENTS – The Carmel Chamber of Commerce will host two events this week. This first will be Feb. 5 from 7:30-9 a.m. at Eddie Merlot’s, 3645 E. 96th St. The cost is $10 for members, $20 for non-members. The second will be Feb. 6 at 6:30 p.m. at the Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian St. The cost is $20.

For more information or to make a reservation, call 317-846-1049 or visit www.carmelchamber.com UN-VALENTINE’S PARTY – Tired of spending Valentine’s Day alone or on a blind date with someone who yawns through dinner? Join Current dating columnist Rachael Noble at Bistro de Paris (15 W. Main St. in Carmel) Feb. 12 for an UnValentine’s Day Party. The evening will include prizes, speed dating, complementary hor’dourves, drink samples and entertainment by DJ Rick Hollywood. The party starts at 6 p.m., and the cost is $25 at the door.

CFD GETS PET OXYGEN MASKS

By Christine Bavender Current in Carmel

It’s a familiar scene. A firefighter places an oxygen mask on someone rescued from a fire, saving them from potentially fatal smoke inhalation.

Now you just might see the same scene, but with different actors – household pets.

Thanks in part to residents Left to right: Rich Ackley, Kim Hale, Kim Hale, owner of Furever Mark Hulett and Brad Sombke Home Pet Care, and Rich Ackley of Dalmatian Fire, the Carmel Fire Department recently received the snout to ensure animals get enough 25 sets of pet oxygen masks. Each set oxygen. EMS Division Chief Mark Hulett contains three masks – small, medium and said normal human masks don’t work on large. animals.

The idea, Hale said, came when she The CFD received the masks Dec. 2, heard a story from a Grant County pet but this isn’t the first time the department sitter about a house full of animals catchhas used pet oxygen masks. ing on fire.

“We actually had some about seven “All of the animals died because there years ago, but they had gotten old and we were no pet oxygen masks,” she said. “That hadn’t gotten any replacements,” Hulett got me thinking, and I called (the CFD) said. “It’s great for us to have these, beand asked if they had them. They said no, cause prior to the masks we had to do so I decided to raise money to buy them.” mouth-to-snout resuscitation.”

That’s where Ackley came in.

To date, the CFD has not used the “I was talking to his wife about the proj- masks. ect, and she said to put them down for one Next up for Hale: Raising money set,” Hale said. “They called me back that to donate masks to the Westfield Fire night … and said they would pay for all of Department. If you’re interested, visit For them.” the Love of Dogs Bakery, 816 W. Main St. The masks have a tight gasket around in Carmel.

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time to honor one of carmel’s finest

By Danny O’Malia Current in Carmel

Sadly, Gil Kett passed away one week after his interview for Current in Carmel.

We wish his family and many friends the very best.

“Everybody and their brother pitched in.”

That’s how Gil Kett describes the response the Committee to Save the Flowing Well received KETT from individuals and businesses after then-Mayor Jane Reiman “volunteered” him to chair the committee.

The list of donors reads like a “who’s who” of Carmel and Central Indiana.

“Glidden Fence donated the fence.

Carmel Asphault donated their services right up front,” Gil remembers. “Then Altum Landscaping donated the gazebo itself after they’d used it at the Flower and Patio Show!”

“We had a donation box at the well and a post office box,” he said. “Large and small checks flowed in. I’m afraid I

won’t remember everyone so I apologize.

Manion Masonry donated lots of labor.

Curley Brothers pitched the bricks. J.W. Moffatt donated the plumbing work.

Indianapolis Power & Light donated the lighting. And lest I forget – O’Malia’s gave me the best wreath in the store every year at Christmas to top off the decorations.”

That wasn’t the end of the story for Gil. Not by a long shot. Until the city of Carmel gained control of the land in the ‘90s, Gil continued as “head fundraiser and maintenance man.”

Today, we have the well, hiking trails and a wonderful piece of green space.

And it’s all thanks to the vision and dedication of Mr. Gil Kett.

When asked to pick his favorite civic awards/organizations (the list is long), Gil said he was proud to have been named a “Range Line Pioneer” by Mayor Brainard. He also received the Carmel Rotary’s 2005 “Outstanding Service Award.”

As of this writing, a movement is underway to rename Flowing Well Park in honor of Gil. I’d like to express my support.

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Christmas. She collects junkyard-bound n this column, I often highlight the automobiles and cajoles mechanics to extraordinary people making our get them running for someone in need community a better place to live, of transportation to a job. She talked anwork and raise a family. Caring, other Good Samaritan out of a truck so generous individuals are what make she could transport donated Carmel the special place it is. couches and refrigerators. The Many people recognized pulsing “beep, beep, beep” as in this space intentionally fly she backs up the big-box truck under the radar or work hard to to accept another load is music stay out of the public spotlight. to her ears.

Though I’ve mentioned her Gachia Hoefer, a good friend in this column previously, my and fellow volunteer, puts it this Volunteer Super Woman this way: “(Jayne) comes up with week always makes sure those an idea on how to help more working with her are recognized people, finds the volunteers to first. Because of her contribumake it happen, and then entions on behalf of the less forcourages them to do it on their tunate, I proclaim Feb. 4 Jayne own. She is there if they need Slaton Day! Jeff help, but wants the volunteers Jayne Slaton cares deeply to do it themselves.” about the needy among us. For Worrell For those who know Jayne, the past 13 years, with the supshe is humble beyond words and would port of her husband, Bill, she has been never agree to a Jayne Slaton Day. the driving force behind the Mathew 25 So, on this special day, known henceCenter on the Our Lady of Mount Carmel forth as Jayne Slaton Day, give her highChurch campus. fives, lots of thanks and a great big hug An “idea person,” Jayne developed a each time you see her. She’s probably vision for helping the area poor early in out back, unloading a truck or stocking life. She started by opening a food pantry shelves. You might offer her a hand as well. that welcomed all qualifying residents of Hamilton County.

Jeff Worrell is a local business owner. He But that wasn’t enough for Jayne. recognizes volunteers on “Connecting with She went on to implement an annual Carmel” on cable channel 16. Contact him at Thanksgiving-basket giveaway and jworrell@advantagemedical.com an Adopt and Angel program during

GIL KETT AND THE FLOWING WELL (PART TWO)

Finkam’s Star Rising

By Margaret Sutherlin Current in Carmel

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much value to the corporation and community as possible,” she said. “I just want to learn and grow.”

Carmel coworker Cathy Muse says she misses Finkam’s energy and accessibility at Clarian North.

“Sue listened to all of our ideas and collaborated with us,” Muse said. “She helped set our mission for customer service.

Everything was for the patient and guest.”

While Finkam now commutes downtown, she hasn’t forgotten the Carmel community either. She is still active in the Carmel Dads’ Club and Carmel Symphony Orchestra, and she is the president-elect of the local Kiwanis chapter.

“You only get out of life what you put into it,” she said. “And I am just not content to sit at home and allow others to shape the future for my son. I want to be a role model for him.”

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Local businesswoman and active Carmel community member Sue Finkam has a new job with Clarian Health: director of statewide marketing.

Finkam brings with her a wealth of experience as the manager of marketing and public relations at Carmel’s Clarian North Medical Center, as well as a unique, customer and community-focused perspective. But she has more balls to juggle with her new position, which requires her to act as the liaison for marketing directors in all Clarian hospitals and manage Clarian sponsorships with organizations like the Indianapolis Colts and the U.S. Senior Open.

“Basically, I am charged with implementing our ‘Call to Change’ into these partnerships,” she said. “We want to use (them) to screen more people, identify more conditions and get people taking their health more seriously.”

As a leader at Clarian North, Finkam helped develop a focus on the Carmel community – one that she says she will carry with her into her new office in downtown Indianapolis.

“From a professional standpoint, I am always looking to be as effective as possible, to make a big impact and return as

CCS TEACHERS CERTIFIED – The National Board for Professional Teaching Standards has granted certification to the Carmel Clay Schools teachers: Michelle Foutz, an economics teacher at Carmel High School; Valerie MeinersSmith, a second, third and fourth-grade teacher at Forest Dale Elementary; and Sylvia Hyde, a French teacher at Clay Middle School. After compiling material for an entire school year, these educations submitted applications that included a written assessment of their teaching techniques, samples of students’ work and videotapes of their classroom instruction.

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YEARBOOK CONTEST WINNERS – West Clay Elementary has announced the winners of its yearbook art contest.

By grade level, they are Abigail Ko, kindergarten; Caitlin Clark, first grade; Joie Cao, second grade; Anna Nelsen, third grade; Lindsay Williams, fourth grade; and Lizzie Barker, fifth grade.

CREEKSIDE WINS GRANT – Autism Advocates of Indiana recently awarded a grant to Creekside Middle School for the school’s autism resource library. AAI aims to increase public knowledge and awareness of autism, and it has raised nearly $500,000 since 2001. It will host its ninth-annual Answers for Autism Walk Sept. 19 at CoxHall Gardens in Carmel.

For more information about the event or organization, visit www.aaiwalk.org or call 317-403-4308.

CMS SPEECH TEAM WINS THIRD – The Carmel Middle School speech team placed third at its Jan. 24 meet. Students Matt Hodges (humorous), Danielle Hrachovec (prose) and Mary Pat Stemnock (radio) finished first in their respective events. Other CMS top-10 finishers: Emily Roberts, Ellena Sullivan, Frankie Salzman, Alexis Cutler, George Gemelas, Katie Doman, Jack ElRite, Hannah Marichal, Spencer Weller and Courtney Yount.

By Brandie Bohney Current in Carmel

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I have been irritated recently by the increased appearance of certain bumper stickers. You’ve seen them, and like me, you probably have no idea what many of them mean.

They’re almost always white with black type and an oval shape. They generally contain two or three letters. And unless you are one of the select few involved with whatever group or activity those letters represent, the stickers mean absolutely nothing to you.

So what’s the point of a bumper sticker nobody understands? It seems that if you are willing to affix a permanent sticker to your vehicle, you’d probably want to advertise something important that others will – well – understand.

Along those same lines are some oft-abused Latin words and abbreviations. I often see e.g. or i.e. used incorrectly, and I am also bothered by the relatively frequent misspelling of the abbreviation of et cetera (it should be etc., not ect.).

Because it seems that these Latin words and abbreviations are widely misunderstood, here’s a little guide for proper use: The abbreviation i.e. refers to the Latin words id est, meaning “that is.” If you would use the phrase in other words, you may use the abbreviation i.e. The Latin word exempli gratia, meaning “for example,” is shortened to e.g.

These two abbreviations are not interchangeable, but they are frequently confused. These examples are correct: The author anthropomorphizes, i.e. gives human

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The trees do many human activities; e.g. they sing and dance.

My opinion when it comes to these abbreviations is it less confusing to write out in other words or for example. If space is truly at a premium, however, be certain to use them correctly.

Et cetera comes from Latin, too, and means “and the like,” or “and the rest.” It can also mean “and others,” though et al is the more literal translation for that particular purpose. The abbreviation, etc. is the most commonly used form; however, when written out, you may use the two-word version or the single-word version, etcetera. Note that the period must always be present in the abbreviated form.

(You don’t need an extra one if it ends a sentence.)

Also worth noting: et cetera, etcetera, and etc. are all pronounced “ET SET-uhr-uh” or “ET SET-ruh,” never “EK SET-uhr-uh” or “EK SETruh.” Using that “K” sound sets my teeth on edge. Even the abbreviation has no k, so I have no idea why it is sometimes pronounced that way.

And while this obviously doesn’t clarify any of those crazy bumper stickers, at least now we can all use some Latin abbreviations correctly.

Brandie Bohney is a grammar enthusiast and former English teacher who developed a mastery-learning system of teaching grammar to high school seniors. If you have a grammar-related question, please email her at bbthegrammarguru@gmail.com.

it’s all greek to me

reek: Khta twn eafton sou prota! Phonetically: Keetah Tone Eh-ahf-tone-sou Protah.

Translation: Look at yourself first.

I heard these words frequently growing up in my Greek home. Funny how the words we hear as children seem to have little impact until we become parents ourselves. My mom uttered these words to me whenever I said disparaging things about my friends, Becky Kapsalis family, teachers, etc.

Ask YiaYia It’s not a new concept, but it’s worth repeating. Whenever we hear our children making disparaging remarks, do we ask them to first look at themselves to make sure they are not acting in the same way? Or if we are making disparaging remarks to our children, do we look at ourselves first to make sure we are not guilty of the things we are criticizing them for?

Looking at ourselves first helps in many ways. It prevents us from making disparaging remarks and talking to our children

in disparaging ways. We notice others are not responsible for our behavior. We hold ourselves accountable for our actions and refrain from pointing fingers of blame. We quickly realize where our children are getting their behavioral instructions.

When we encourage our children to look at themselves before making judgments about others, they learn nobody is perfect, and that they probably have some work of their own to do. When our children look at themselves, they aren’t tempted to make excuses for their disparaging remarks.

It’s easy to blame others for our disparaging remarks. It’s quite another thing to look at ourselves and have our children look at themselves first. What do YOU see in yourself?

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Have a parenting topic or question? Submit it to Ask Yiayia, aka Becky Kapsalis, Certified Parent Coach, at askyiayia@indy.rr.com or call 810.9358.

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SPA NIGHT – Indy Sports & Family Chiropractic (75 Executive Dr. Ste. J in Carmel) will host a spa night Feb 12 from 5-8 p.m. The event will feature free 10minute consultations with local healthcare experts, free nerve scans, and Pilates and yoga demonstrations. There will be door prizes and raffles every half hour. For more information, call 317-580-0000.

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• Forty percent of your calories should he guideline “40-40-20” is a come from carbohydrates (in this case simple way to look at the recom800 calories). There are four calories per mended percentages of carbohygram of carbohydrate, so simply divide drates, proteins and fats in our 800 by 4 to get 200 grams of carbohydaily diets. Bill Phillips, in his drates for the day. book, “Body for Life,” made that • Forty percent of your calories guideline very popular. His Web should come from protein. site, www.billphillips.com, also Protein also has 4 calories per has some great transformation gram, so divide 800 by 4 to get stories and tools that can help 200 grams of protein for the day. improve your diet.

• Twenty percent of your calories Do you want to lose weight or should come from fat, or the improve your eating habits? Can remaining 400 calories divided you do it, or is it too difficult for by fats (9 calories per gram). This you? For most, it is too difficult. equals roughly 45 grams of fat The major thing people struggle for the day. with in a fitness program is • Then just put it all together. eating properly – or not addressDivide your carbohydrates, ing nutrition at all.

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• Limit saturated fat and cholesterol in the foods you eat

• Choose lean meats with visible fat and skin removed • Choose low-fat dairy products • Limit foods containing hydrogenated oils Dr. Eve Olson • Read nutrition Wellness labels to choose foods low in saturated fat, cholesterol and trans fat • Aim to keep cholesterol under 300 mg per day • Keep total fat intake between 25-35 percent of daily calories • Substitute monounsaturated oils, such as olive oil and canola oil, for solid fats such as butter, margarine, or lard • Eat fish at least two times per week for heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids • Go meatless for a day by incorporating soy, beans, peas, lentils or other legumes into your meals

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• Choose a diet rich in fruits and vegetables to decrease the risk of heart disease, stroke, certain cancers and diabetes • Fruits and vegetables provide many important nutrients including vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin K, iron, fiber, antioxidants and phytonutrients

• Limit sodium intake to less than 2,300 mg per day.

• Look at nutrition labels: 400 mg of sodium or more = high sodium; 140 mg or less = low sodium

• Exercise to achieve/maintain healthy body weight and blood pressure and to help control blood sugar and increase HDL (the good cholesterol).

• The American Heart Association recommends at least 30 minutes of physical activity per day.

• Physical activity guidelines for Americans were released in 2008.

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INSURANCE STRATEGIES FOR WOMEN The organizers of the Somerset Financial Literacy for Women Seminar Series have invited Larry Dykes of Somerset’s Wealth Management Team to present a free seminar Feb. 10 at the Somerset Conference Center, 3925 River Crossing Parkway in Indianapolis. Lunch/ registration begins at 11:15 a.m., and the presentation begins at 11:30. Dykes will present guidelines for purchasing individual, family and business insurance.

BUYING AND SELLING STOCKS – Buying and selling actively in stocks might not be such a bad idea after all, says Mohamed El-Erian, CEO of Pimco. “Every once in a while, investors have a wonderful opportunity to truly diversify at a relatively low cost, and this opportunity is coming up again,” he said.

He expects more opportunities when hedge funds are forced to liquidate assets.

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Social bookmarking is an easy way to share information with others and understand hot online topics.

Understanding David Cain these trends is helpMarketing ful for any business, and for an individual it is just plain interesting.

Aside from keeping track of your online interests, social bookmarking provides a unique opportunity to include your clients in your readings. It’s simple to find their accounts or help them set one up, so they can receive shared items that might relate to your business.

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people … listening to urgent questions occasionally write about things, both like, ‘Will my husband make it?’ and ‘Will concrete and abstract, that are disapmy child walk again?’” pearing before our very eyes. These “The intensive care waiting room is difmusings are normally precipitated ferent from any other place in the world. by life as I observe it. Today, I feel as And the people who wait are if community and sense of bedifferent. They can’t do enough longing are slowly vanishing. for each other. No one is rude.

Our culture has morphed The distinctions of race and into one full of loners. We class melt away. A person is a fortify ourselves inside our big, father first, a black man second. nice suburban homes. We bank The garbage man loves his wife online and we buy online. A as much as the university progeneration so connected has fessor loves his, and everyone never been so isolated. understands this. Each person In 1835, Alexis de Toqueville pulls for everyone else.” wrote, “Nothing, in my view, “In the intensive care waitdeserves more attention than asing room, the world changes. sociations in America.” Almost 200 years later, Americans aren’t Vanity and pretense vanish. The Kent Burns universe is focused. Everyone all that interested in associations On Success knows loving someone else is anymore. And those who are what life is all about.” “joiners” aren’t overly interested Convicting isn’t it? What if we apeither. proached life – and those in it with us – We rationalize that we are busier than more like the intensive care waiting room? others. We don’t seek to know or understand those around us. Consequently, we Kent Burns is a Carmel resident, investor and cocan’t help them and they can’t help us. founder of CrossConfirm. He is also a professional Pastor Wes Seelinger writes, “I have speaker and author of What’s Your Why? He can spent long hours in the intensive care waiting room … watching with anguished be reached at kent@currentincarmel.com.

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and prayer leaders. I know certain people hen my childhood church who, when they pray – inside or outside a modernized its liturgical liturgy – seem to reach out, grab the Lord language in the 1960s – goodbye “thy” and “thine;” and attach Him to the proceedings in a mystical, nearly tangible way. hello “you” and “your” What is special about the Lord’s Prayer – I remember saying the updated Lord’s is that it is the prayer Jesus teachPrayer only once or twice in es us to pray. He instructed his Sunday services. disciples in Matthew 6 against “Our Father in Heaven, false prayers and public showHoly be your name …” offs, and He reminded them that It just didn’t have that divine God – His and our Father – al“oomph.” The rest of the new ready knows what we need. So liturgy soldiered on, but the trathis, He said, “is how you should ditional “which art in heaven” pray.”

Lord’s Prayer was back in the Romans 8:26 reminds us that service almost immediately. humans know not “how to pray I like the “which art,” “halas we ought.” In Luke 11, on the lowed,” “thy” and “thine” way to Jerusalem, the disciples version for its sheer linguistic beg Jesus to teach them to pray pleasure and familiar, poetic Bob Walters how He prays. cadence. In the Sermon on the Spirituality Jesus obliges them by sharing Mount version from Matthew, what Pope Benedict describes in the Greek text plainly says his recent book, “Jesus of Nazareth,” as “the “debts.” In Luke 11, it’s “sins.” I like interior dialogue of the triune love” – the Origen’s “trespasses.”

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By Ellen Gilmer Current in Carmel

David Moscrip is a musician. But he doesn’t like performing. And he certainly doesn’t like spotlights. “(My music) is meant to inspire,” he said. “It’s meant to leave some questions.”

Moscrip, a Carmel resident, writes, plays and sings Christian praise music at King of Glory Lutheran Church, 2201 E. 106th St. in Carmel. In December, he released a CD, “The Praise Never Ends,” with the church’s Sounds of Glory ensemble.

“Our goal isn’t to make beaucoup bunches of money off this thing,” he said. “Hopefully it will be an added welcome in (listeners’) spiritual lives.”

Moscrip’s passion for music began as a child. He played in bands in high school, at his church and at Ozark Christian College.

Aside from his role at King of Glory, he is a mental health counselor at the St. Vincent Stress Center. At the church, he leads music during Saturday services. His wife, Diane, plays synthesizer.

He says his inspiration usually comes from praying and reading the Bible.

Sometimes ideas come to him through-

out the day, so he keeps a microcassette recorder in his car to take down thoughts.

Moscrip describes his music as eclectic, with influences ranging from Bob Marley to Chicago and Keith Green. Its point, he says, is to help people find direction in their lives.

“It is an aid to other MOSCRIP people’s spiritual growth,” he said. “It’s a fulfillment for me of the direction God’s given me in my life.”

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am convinced there is a hunting and gathering gene in the human biological makeup. Though hunter/gatherer is a term used to describe a survival strategy employed by humans – probably before the discovery of fire and the wheel – the behavior still seems to be woven into our daily lives.

For those who doubt my theory, I can provide empirical evidence. Just look in bargain shoppers’ closets and basements.

Several years ago, I worked with Vicky Earley a client who was Design ready to have her home pulled together once and for all. Our first meeting was a get-to-know-you session and a tour of the space in question. Notes were taken and suggestions were made. Nothing was out of the ordinary.

Until she uttered the words, “Oh, by the way.”

Experience is a good teacher, and my experience said “Oh, by the way” was a strong indicator that we were about to turn a corner.

“Turn a corner” was a mild euphemism for what I was about to encounter.

My client escorted me down a hall to a closed door. She opened it, displaying a room filled with mountainous piles of plastic shopping bags. Peaks developed where lamps were stashed, and a precipice formed from numerous framed art prints.

This room was the result of years of hunting and gathering bargains. My client recognized that each and every decorating relic was a monument to waste. The items all bore a similar trait – they did not work for this home.

These purchases were made with good intentions. My client truly thought she was bringing home that one item that would make her room beautiful and complete at clearance price.

In the end, we were able to use some of them items in her “in-home” warehouse.

The damaged items and inappropriate pieces were boxed up and donated to charity.

Obviously, this client exhibited an extremes case of hunter/gatherer behavior, but it can lie dormant in all of us.

As an interior decorating professional, I encourage clients to do it once and do it right. If a fabric, accessory or piece of furnishing is a compromise based on pricing, it will always be a compromise. The real bargain in home decorating is in doing it right the first time with components you

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love. Quality trumps quantity.

Try this approach: Identify a look you love (I mean really love), remain true to the plan, and if something is out of reach, wait. Just wait. Filling the spot with a concession is a waste if it will need to be redone later.

Vicky Earley is the principal designer for Artichoke Designs in downtown Carmel. If you have an interior design question, please contact artichokedesigns@aol.com.

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RETRO IN THE KITCHEN - Want a hot trend in kitchens for 2009? “Collectible, working appliances from the 1940s through the late 1980s” – think Coldspot refrigerators and double-stacked ovens – “have found a new niche among homeowners who appreciate their rocksolid construction and durability,” says Chicago realtor Mark Nash. “It’s all about kitsch, but it’s highly functional kitsch.”

Older, warhorse appliances, which are sometimes available on eBay or in secondhand stores for as little as $100, can be refurbished in bold colors such as metallic red, says Nash.

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WHAT’S IN A JEAN?- Esquire.com investigated what you get and what you don’t at four different denim price points.

Their findings: $50 What you’re getting: Denim that has been hand-rubbed, distressed with sand and machinewashed with enzymes and other dyes.

What you’re not: An easy fit; it might take a little longer to find a pair that fits just right. $100 What you’re getting: Details like whiskers on the hip and sanding patterns on the thigh.

What you’re not: Simplicity. The more expensive the jeans, the more likely they’ll have ornate stitching and detailing. $200 What you’re getting: Distressing and special washing that make for weathered color. Plus logos on the pockets and the interior of the ankle.

What you’re not: Authenticity. You won’t find many real cowboys in $200 jeans, but unless you’re a real cowboy, who cares? $400 What you’re getting: Japanese selvage denim, the most coveted denim in the world. The jeans also contain a tiny percentage of stretchy material, meaning they’ll fit your body better than pure cotton.

What you’re not: A bargain.

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By Christi Thompson Cakey foundation, streaky blush and clumpy mascara can add years to your face.

Stay young with these few simple rules.

1. Start with the right foundation: The key to a natural look is hydrated skin. Be sure to use a moisturizer before your foundation. To achieve the perfectly blended look, use a damp sponge to smooth out the color.

2. Add a rosy glow: Keep your blush understated. The color of your blush should match the color you turn naturally when blushing. Using a large, brush, blend the

color from the apples of your cheeks towards your temples.

3. Avoid frosty eye shadow: Try using a sheer shadow with a hint of shimmer in flattering hues, such as champagne, brown-based grays and light pink.

4. Lip liner 101: When choosing a lip liner, match the color of your natural lips, rather than the shade of your lipstick. After tracing the boarder, fill in your entire lips with the liner, finish by applying a sheer gloss or lipstick Salon 01 makeup artists are on hand to help! Call to book a makeup lesson, 580-0101.

Sneak peekS for Spring

By Christi Thompson

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It is not too early to start thinking about how to spice up your look and your wardrobe for spring! Ward off those ‘winter blues’ by planning ahead and getting ready for the new season. Spring 2009 is all about sophistication and details. From shoes to handbags, here are the hottest trends you can stock up on before the weather changes.

The hot color you are sure to see much of in the coming months is canary yellow. What better way to brighten your

wardrobe for this new season than with this optimistic shade! Designers like Dior and Herrera used this color to spice up their spring 2009 collections. This color is appropriate in small details, like bracelets or handbags, or you can choose a bold cocktail dress to brighten your mood.

Step out in something shiny this spring. This season’s footwear is bejeweled and fabulous! Rhinestones are no longer for clothing and jewelry, “bling” is now appropriate for your footwear as well!

While it is acceptable to carry a large tote on a daily basis, when stepping out

for an evening with friends opt for a handheld clutch to stay up to date this season. Choose a bold color adorned with sequins, or take a walk on the wild side with a faux python piece.

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Cuts for a Cause a suCCess On Monday, January 19, 2009, Salon 01 sponsored a cut-a-thon with discounted rates in order to benefit The American Heart Association. Guests came in, donated $25, and received a haircut from a talented Salon 01 stylist. This was a $37$77 value.

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who participated, it was a great success.

This event coincided perfectly with the call to service from the newly inaugurated President Obama on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Salon 01 raised $3,240 during the 8 hour cut-a-thon, and Salon 01 is “matching” this amount, creating a total donation of $6,480 which has been delivered to the American Heart Association!

BEST OF INDIANAPOLIS - Six Carmel Arts & Design District businesses were celebrated as “Best of Indianapolis” products in the December 2008 issue of Indianapolis Monthly. The winners and their categories: • Best New Art Gallery: Evan Lurie Fine Art Gallery • Best Hot Chocolate: Simply Sweet Shoppe • Best Yoga Wear: Definitions for Her • Best Knit Wear: Curiosities • Best Tabletop Accesocries: Addendum Gallery • Best Old-World Frou-Frou: Artichoke Designs KISS Z COOK CLASSES – Register today for these classes at Kiss Z Cook (890 E. 116th St. Ste. 125 in Carmel): Feb. 3 – Flavor Profiles; Feb. 10 – Gentlemen Start Your Ovens; Feb. 12 – Pre-Valentine’s Chocolate Extravaganza; Feb. 23 – Taste U.S.A. For more information or to register, visit www.kisszcook.com or call 317-815-0681.

TROPICAL ADVENTURE - Need a break from the weather? Come in from the winter cold and enjoy a tropical paradise inside the Hilbert Conservatory at White River Gardens (located alongside the Indianapolis Zoo). Warm, colorful and peaceful, this show of beautiful orchids and other tropical plant delights will transport you to an island oasis. See for yourself: Tropical Adventure is free for members and included with regular Indianapolis Zoo admission.

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By Barbara E. Cohen Current In Carmel

For Maggie Cassidy, the drama coach at Carmel High School, staging the original version of J. M. Barrie’s “Peter Pan” might have been met with skepticism among the school’s would-be thespians. But after she promised anyone trying out for the Victorian drama the opportunity to take part in choreographed sword fights, fly on stage, and unleash their inner Jack Sparrow, filling the cast roster was easy.

“Although people might think of ‘Peter Pan’ as a play for children because of the musical and cartoon versions, the original play really has a lot of depth,” said Cassidy, taking a break from rehearsals before opening night Feb. 5. “It’s a high-energy play the cast has taken to – and one that will appeal to families with young children, but also audience members of all ages.”

Among the leads are Chris Ramirez, a CHS senior with previous acting experience, as Captain Hook; and Alex Peck, a sophomore taking on the role of Peter Pan. “Playing Captain Hook as been, by far, the coolest role I have had the opportunity and pleasure to play,” said Ramirez. “He’s a dynamic and hilarious character.”

As the eponymous lead, Peck calls the experience “wonderful and very fulfilling.”

The play is one of four productions Cassidy and her colleagues at CHS stage

What: Youth painting classes When: Beginning Feb. 10 at 4 p.m.

Where: Performing Arts Center of Carmel, 575 W. Carmel Dr. Cost: $30 for registration and materials, plus $12 per onehour session (walk-in price) or $60 for the full six-week series Details: Local resident and painter Belen Cassani, originally from Venezuela, begins painting classes next Tuesday. Register in advance to assure your child’s place in these small classes (8-10 students each session).

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Alex Peck (left) and Chris Ramirez practicing for the CHS production of ‘Peter Pan’

each year. In addition to providing community entertainment, the play offers students the chance to foster self-confidence, expand social skills and explore the creative process.

The cast includes 31 named parts, from the Darling children and their nanny/dog, Nana, to the pirates, Indians, lost boys and mermaids. Along with its 40-50 member backstage crew, the troupe has been rehearsing since before Thanksgiving for its five performances this weekend.

“The best thing about the play – aside from pleasing the audience with a production that combines make-believe with a strong family message – is seeing the en-

thusiasm with which the students take to the parts,” Cassidy said. “The hardest thing for the students is making a commitment to rehearsals, because they all have such busy schedules.”

Performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 5, 6 and 7, and matinee performances will be on Feb. 7 and 8 in the high school auditorium. Tickets are available for $7-10 at the CHS bookstore. They are also available at the door or online at http://ccs.tix.com.

Barbara E. Cohen covers the arts for the Current community newspapers. Please send comments or story ideas to barbara@i-writersstudio.com.

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VALENTINE’S ANNIVERSARY - Bistro de Paris (15 W. Main St. in Carmel) will celebrate its one-year anniversary Valentine’s Day (Feb. 14) with a special meal and entertainment. Reservations are strongly encouraged. For more information or to make reservations, call 317-844-7270 or visit www. bistrodepariscarmel.com.

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Where she likes to eat?

Carrabba’s Italian Grill What she likes to eat there?

The Mezzaluna and Caesar salad What she likes about Carrabba’s Italian Grill.

It’s nice, classy and quiet, and the service is good.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill 1235 Keystone Way Carmel, IN 46032 317-575-2200 Hours: Monday – Thursday, 11 a.m. – 10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Saturday, 12 p.m. – 11 p.m.

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in his honor. ver the course of 2008, I A little closer to home, “Eggs Benedict” wrote about a few common is an American favorite invented at the American dishes, discussing famous Delmonico’s Restaurant in New their origins and providYork City. It came about after a complaint ing original recipes. I have from Mr. and Mrs. LeGrand received a plethora of positive Benedict – a couple or regulars feedback, along with inquiries who were bored with the menu. for other historical menu items.

These are the best-known The following are some addidishes of the last couple centutional menu items you might ries, but if you were raised earlihave asked for. er in the 20th century, there are “Caesar Salad” is not really several more you might know. an Italian dish from Italy; it was They, too, have their history. actually produced at Caesar’s Perhaps another day’s reading.

Hotel in Tijuana, Mexico. I have dined there, and it is like walking back in time. The Recipe for “The Original salad is still made tableside in Chicken Marengo” wooden bowls, using coddled, 1 each fryer chicken cut into Chef Michael un-pasteurized eggs, as it was quarters Vlasich when Caesar Cardini invented 1/3 cup flour Culinary Explorer it in the 1920s.

1 ½ tablespoon olive oil “Beef Wellington” was named for 1 small can diced peeled tomatoes Arthur Wellington, the adversary who de1 small onion small diced feated Napoleon in the Battle of Waterloo.

1 teaspoon minced garlic Being his favorite beef dish, it was named

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The Carolina Grill serves the best of Chuck Thomas’ dishes from his many years of cooking. In 1988, Chuck trained under Chef Christopher Johnson at J.B. Winberrie’s in Ft. Myers, Fla. At that time, he also became a steak-and-ale trainer/expert known for his steaks, seafood and prime ribs. The Carolina Grill serves breaded tenderloins, sweet potato fries, steaks, big burgers and homemade potato chips. It also has daily lunch and dinner specials, as well as an extensive wine list and cold beer selection. Its atmosphere recreates that old-time diner feel.

½ pint sliced mushrooms ¼ teaspoon thyme ¾ teaspoon parsley 1 cup red wine 1 ½ cup chicken stock 2 oz crayfish tails, shelled and cooked (or 1 small can) 3 tablespoons whole butter (or 1 stick) Heat a roasting pan, add oil and then chicken pieces dredged in flour. Brown on all sides, remove from the pan, and add onions, garlic and mushrooms. Sauté until wilted, add herbs, tomatoes, wine, chicken stock, crayfish and chicken pieces. Bring to a boil, cover, and place in 375-degree pre-heated oven. Bake for 45 minutes.

Remove from oven, remove chicken pieces, add whole butter – a little at a time – until smooth. Pour over chicken and serve.

Chef Michael R. Vlasich, CEC, AAC, is a Carmel resident and the executive chef at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown. You may e-mail him at chefmichael@currentincarmel.com

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2 lb. lean ground turkey 1 green pepper 1 small sweet or yellow onion 1 cup plain bread crumbs 15 oz. Hunts stewed tomatoes

Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix together in a bowl and set aside 1 green pepper (chopped fine), 1 small sweet or yellow onion and the 15 oz. can of stewed tomatoes.

In a separate bowl, mix together: 2 lb. lean ground turkey, 1 cup plain bread crumbs, 2 eggs, 1 tsp. black pepper, 1 tsp. garlic powder, 1 tsp. onion pepper. Combine the two bowls together and mix well. (Do not over-mix meat!) Form meatloaf mix into a loaf shape. Bake covered at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Remove from oven and carefully drain all liquid. Top with 1 cup ketchup or your favorite barbeque sauce. Return to oven and bake uncovered at 350 degrees for an additional 15-20 minutes. Remove from oven.

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Mothers gathered with their fourth- and fifth-grade daughters last week at the Carmel Clay Public Library for the Mother-Daughter Book Club. The club discussed “Lunch Money� by Andrew Clements and enjoyed special treats. The next meeting is Feb. 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the CCPL Storytime Room. Call 317-844-3363 for more information. 1. The club, 2. Audrey Keokuk and her mother, Colleen. 3. Brittany Langland. 4. Hannah Woodhouse. 5. Gillian Paxton and her mother, Angela.

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Carmel Arts Calendar Events ALL FEBRUARY Local artist Jerry Mannell will exhibit his work on the art wall at the Carmel Clay Public Library, 55 4th Ave. SE in Carmel, during regular library hours. For more information, call 317-846-3118 or e-mail Mannell at jmannell@indy.rr.com.

FEB. 8, 15 & 22 The Worlxd’s Smallest Children’s Art Gallery (according to the Guinness Book of World Records), 40 W. Main St., Carmel, will feature art from the students of Cherry Tree Elementary School. For more information, call 317-844-4989.

FEB. 8 The Carmel Symphony Orchestra will present “Family Fun,” a fun-filled concert for the family, 3 p.m. at Westfield High School. Sit on stage with the orchestra, hear excerpts of the world’s great classics, and try instruments at the musical petting zoo. The event also features the CSO’s Young Artist Competition winner, Daniel Perry. For more information, visit www. carmelsymphony.org or call 317-844-9717.

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FEB. 13-15, 20-22 & 27-28 The Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre will present “Down on the Bayou.” Venue TBA. For more information, call 317-846-2441/

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The Carmel Arts Council will host the 11th annual Young Performers Showcase for Dance, Vocal and Instrumental Performance (grades K-12) at the Performing Arts Center, 575 W. Carmel Dr. For more information, call 317-844-4989.

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FEB. 12 – APRIL 5 Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre, 9301 N. Michigan Rd. in Indianapolis, will present “Cats.” For more information, call 317-872-9664.

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Family Fun The Carmel Symphony Orchestra will present “Family Fun!” Feb. 8 at 3 p.m. in the Westfield High School auditorium.

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Tickets are $20 for adults, $15 for seniors (65+) and $5 for students. For tickets or more information, call 317-844-9717 or visit www.carmelsymphony.org.

The Seafarer The Phoenix Theatre, 749 N. Park Ave. in Indianapolis, will produce the premiere of up-and-coming Irish playwright Conor McPherson’s “The Seafarer” Feb. 5 through Feb. 28. The play takes as its

Last Comedy Show of the Season Comedian Dave Dugan (from HBO, Comedy Central, Fox and the “Bob and Tom Show”) will return to Bub’s Burgers & Ice Cream, 210 W. Main St. in Carmel, Feb. 7 at 9:30 p.m. He will be accompanied by special guest Phil Kijak. Tickets are $10 in advance, $12 the day of the show. Reservations recommended. Call 317-706-BUBS for reservations or more information.

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DISPATCHES WIRELESS PHOTO UPLOADS - Forget searching for your USB cable or card readers when you are ready to upload your camera’s pictures to your computer.

Instead, use an EyeFi (www.eye.fi) WiFi SD memory card. It will do it for you. Three different cards are available (labeled “home,” “share” and “explore), and all upload to your home computer via your wireless network. The “share” version will also upload directly to Flickr, Facebook or Picasa, as will the “explore” card, which will also geo-tag your photos.

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TOUGHDRIVE USB REVIEW - The folks at The-Gadgeteer.com tested the new ATP ToughDrive USB flash drive against an “older than dirt” Lexar drive with a two-piece plastic shell body and exposed elements. The tests: Five minutes in boiling water, a night in sub-zero temperatures, a trip through the washer and dryer, and a smashing under-tire experience. The results? The ToughDrive is tough – it survived all the tests except being run over by a truck.

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is that time of year when the temperatures drop and the heaters come on full-blast. All that heat – whether in your house, your car, or your office – causes the air to become very dry.

That means static electricity is in the air.

You touch your car door and get shocked.

You touch someone else and get shocked, or maybe you do the shocking. It’s hard to tell. But when you reach down to touch your computer and feel that familiar jolt Gary Hubbard of electricity, you Technology might be doing all kinds of damage.

This is true for other types of electronics as well. The micro components in computers aren’t very resistant to this type of electrical charge. We all know how much damage lighting can do to electronics, so think of static electricity as a small lightning bolt. Because in essence, that is what it is.

Like lightning, the voltage and current in static electricity can be high enough to damage your electronics. So take some pre-

cautions. Before touching your computer, touch something metal and grounded to discharge yourself. Remember to do this especially if you are plugging in or unplugging USB devices such as external hard drives and thumb drives. That short jolt of static electricity can damage your motherboard, power supply, or maybe both. Any

of which can be quite costly to fix.

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Knit on the Wii A new game called “Kniitiing” (no, that’s not a typo) is in the works for the Nintendo Wii. Developed by Rachel Beth Egenhoefer and Kyle E. Jennings, the game uses the same principles as games like “Guitar Hero” and “Dance Dance Revolution” to teach players how to knit.

Users will follow on-screen instructions, teaching them to knit and purl to a rhythm. It is still in beta, but developments are expected soon.

For more information, visit http://www. kniittiing.com or e-mail iinfo@kniitiing. com.

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The biggest misconception may be that cats and dogs shed because of a seasonal change in temperature. Shedding is caused more by changes in light. The longer its exposure to light, the more your pet will shed.

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• Visit a vet: If unattended, skin irritations can lead to serious, even life-threatening, health problems for pets. At the first sign of any irritation, have a veterinarian examine your pet.

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Pets of the week Spirit is a 2-year-old female brindle and white American Pit Bull Terrier. She is a very loving and social girl who adores people of all ages. Spirit is a real sweetheart, and she doesn’t let the comments about her ears bother her … she thinks her ears are beautiful and help her hear better than other dogs! Spirit is well-mannered, and she enjoys long walks and playtime.

Skittles is a 1-year-old female torbie DSH. If you’re not sure what a “torbie” is, it is a way to describe Skittles’ markings, which are a cross between tabby and tortoiseshell (aka tortie). Skittles is an absolutely wonderful little girl. She loves everyone she meets. Though she is a social girl, she isn’t exactly what you would call a cuddler.

Skittles loves to be petted, but she doesn’t necessarily like to be held; however, on occasion she will seek out a human to snuggle with for a few moments.

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he other day, I received something interesting in the mail. It wasn’t an exotic postcard from Maui; it was a thank-you note for a recent purchase I had made.

Dear Mr. Wolfsie, Thank you for buying a new Oreck.

We hope it brings you many years of vacuuming pleasure.

Please call us about hosting an Oreck party today.

Your friendly Oreck sales team The truth is I don’t have any intention of spending Dick Wolfsie a single enjoyable Humor moment with my vacuum. I was a bachelor until I was 33 years old, and I managed to maintain a very active social life without hovering over a Hoover or dallying with a Dirt Devil. In addition, I have always felt there is something very frightening about vacuum cleaners. Every dog I have ever owned agrees.

It was a friendly gesture by Oreck, to be sure. But I have no recollection of a similar follow-up after the Wolfsies bought our nifty sump pump. And I’ve gone through all my previous correspondence, and no one has ever cared a whit whether I had a positive experience with our document shredder.

As a general rule, I don’t want annoying phone calls and letters asking me if I’m a satisfied customer. If I have a garbage disposal that is not disposing, the load of goop in my sink is a good indication that I’m not happy with my purchase. I’ll take it from there.

I recently had my car serviced, and the dealership has called me every other day for a week to see if I was happy with my new brake pads. I told them I couldn’t be more thrilled and that I’d be willing to throw a party for all their customers, just so people could vent about some of the poor brake pad choices they’ve made in the past. (Assuming anybody is still around.)

Now, let’s talk about that Oreck party.

My wife and I are not big on “entertaining” – the term my mother used for dinner parties when I was growing up. As a kid, I kept waiting for Mom to break into song when the guests arrived and for my father to commence a little soft shoe.

But what about a vacuum cleaner bash?

I’m not usually at a loss for words, but I’d be stuck for snappy conversation while guests clustered around the artichoke dip. I took a speech class in college and once spoke off-the-cuff for 15 minutes on the topic “life before rubber bands.”

Nevertheless, the prospect of chatting with 20 people who shared similar cleaning de-

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“So, Dick, I understand that you and your wife have a new Oreck. Enlighten the group with some of your favorite moments.”

“It’s hard to pick our favorites. The night the bag of Fritos fell on the rug was unforgettable. We loved the time the dog

shredded the down pillow. But Mary Ellen has a special place in her heart for the Christmas morning when there were packing peanuts all over the living room floor.”

I think Mary Ellen and I will pass on the Oreck party. We still have feelings for our first vacuum, and it was tough saying good-bye. It wasn’t easy for Kirby the past

25 years. He was the product of a bygone era. Until the day Kirby died, he pretty much remained in the closet.

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

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Mine started heading that direction guy down in Bloomfield who had his when I was in my mid-20s. What had eyebrows trimmed for charity. been nice, neat, orderly, everyday eyebrows We didn’t? would occasionally sprout this one crazy Well, then sit back and get ready hair that decided to go its own for ... EYEBROWS IN THE way. Trying to escape, I guess.

NEWS! One day, I noticed it had We take you now to brought friends along on Charming Bloomfield, where its merry little escapade. former jeweler Si Burgher doInterestingly, this was at a time nated his eyebrows to Rotary when I had long hair on top International’s PolioPlus, of my head as well. So there I which raises money to fight was, keeping the barber away polio in the developing world. from my hair, but giving my Members of the Bloomfield eyebrows crew cuts.

Rotary Club bid for chances to Of course, crazy eyebrows prune the hedges over Si’s eyes, are only the beginning for most which had never been trimmed guys. Without getting too – oh, and had grown to a length what’s the word I’m looking for? of three inches. The event Mike Redmond Ah, I have it. Gross. Without raised $1,600 (at $500 bucks a Humor getting too gross, men just get whack). weirdly hairy as they mature.

What a heartwarming story.

It’s like the Weird Hair Elves come in I’m sure you all join me in saying: the night and douse you with Rogaine “THREE INCHES? Good Lord, man, in as many unusual locations as they can have you never heard of scissors?” find. Then they destroy a few scalp folOr something of that nature. licles, just for fun. You wake up in the I saw the before pictures of ol’ Si. It morning and find that not only has your looked like the south end of his forehead hairline gone north another couple milwas overgrown with tumbleweeds, with a limeters, but you also need to shave the few vines and creepers – Jeepers Creepers, front of your nose. to be specific – thrown in for good meaThis is the stuff they never told you sure. He could have braided those things, about in seventh grade when all the girls or put them up in curlers. had to go to the Home Ec. room to watch In other words, they were a mess. As their Special Movie About Growing Up, eyebrows go, they were worse than Andy and all the boys had to go to the Science Rooney’s, which is saying something. I’m Room to watch theirs. not kidding. Andy’s look neat and tidy They SURE didn’t say anything about compared to what Si used to have. eyebrows. Or if they did, I was asleep.

Three inches? Let’s put that in perspecI wonder if that’s what happened to ol’ tive, shall we? Three inches is about the length of a playing card. It’s half the length Si. Three inches? Jeepers Creepers. of a dollar bill. It’s ... it’s ...

Mike Redmond is an author, journalist, It’s way too long for eyebrows, that’s humorist and speaker. Write him at mike@ what it is. mikeredmondonline.com or P.O. Box 44385, My dad had some pretty aggressive Indianapolis, IN 46244. For information on eyebrows – black, thick and bristling. He speaking fees and availability, visit www.spotkept them under control, though, generlightwww.com. ally with a whip, a chair and a pair of barber shears. He was the Gunther Gebel-

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Jan. 16 Twin Boys- Camden, Danny and Ryann Girls- Andrew, Rae Shawn; Supan, Anthony and Holly Jan. 17 Girls- Senefeld, Scott and Tina Jan. 18 Boys- Holubar, Brian and Mona Jan. 19 Boys- Vaught, Matt and Molly; McIntosh, Jeffrey and Tina Jan. 20 Boys- Cain, Brian and Michelle Jan. 21 Boys- Williams, Roger and Shelly Jan. 22 Boys- Albertson, Kyle and Echeverria, Keisha Girls- Timmermon, Ryan and Holly; Poston,Ward III and Wordsworth, Krystle

Jan. 27 12:21:49 a.m., security check, 1708 E. 116th St. 12:34:39 a.m., assist other dept, 262 Meadow Lane 1:08:19 a.m., alarm burglar, 14535 Hazel Dell Parkway 1:23:38 a.m., alarm burglar, 1040 3rd Ave. SW 1:51:55 a.m., suspicious activity, Hazel Dell Parkway/Rippling Brook Way 1:53:02 a.m., security check, 14598 Oak Ridge Rd. 2:03:05 a.m., security check, 441 S Rangeline Rd. 2:03:42 a.m., security check, 9800 Gray Rd. 3:52:28 a.m., suspicious activity, 1424 W. Carmel Dr. 5:54:56 a.m., lock out, 11555 Creekside Lane E. 6:09:58 a.m., assist public, 3 Civic Square 6:54:35 a.m., civil dispute, 10485

Pennsylvania St. 7:09:04 a.m., alarm burglar, 13989 Wildcat Dr. 7:20:59 a.m., alarm hold up, 140 Nappanee Dr. 7:42:03 a.m., investigation, Rohrer Road/Marana Drive 7:43:37 a.m., welfare check, 931 Shea Court 7:46:08 a.m., investigation, 1195 Central Park Dr. W. 7:48:43 a.m., accident property damage, 10580 N. Meridian St. 7:42:03 a.m., investigation, Rohrer Road/Marana Drive 8:41:17 a.m., suspicious activity, 12443 Pebblepointe Pass 8:54:51 a.m., welfare check, West 136th Street/North Meridian Street 9:01:16 a.m., driving complaint, North Meridian Street/East 103rd Street 9:02:43 a.m., welfare check, 421 1st Ave. NE 9:09:11 a.m., theft, 13096 Moultrie

Carrie, age 34, heart attack survivor

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