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By Kevin Kane Current in Carmel The Center for the Performing Arts will need tax money every year to operate. But in leading up to City Council’s nearing decision on funding, council members have sought to learn more about the total amount needed and how it might be used.

The council is scheduled to vote Monday night and either approve or reject arts center Executive Director Steven Libman’s request for $2 million from the city to help cover the $150 million center’s expenses for April 1 through early next year. The money would come from the city’s rainy-day fund this year before being included in future budgets. The council’s finance committee recommend last week that the council vote in favor of the subsidy, but first Libman provided a complete overview of the center’s finances, detailing nearly everything from fundraising efforts to Michael Feinstein’s salary as artistic director.

If the council approves the $2 million, the city would instantly become the center’s largest source of revenue to date, accounting for more than half of its nearly $3.6 million in projected income for this year. During the same time frame, the center is projected to spend just more than $3.5 million, including $570,000 in onetime startup costs associated with creating the facility’s complex box office system and Web site. With the opening of the 1,600-seat concert hall, the Palladium, still several months away, Libman said the center is unable to generate enough revenue to cover its costs, but fundraising efforts have also fallen short of high expectations, council members noted.

To date, the center has received $585,000

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in contributions from foundations, corporations and local organizations to supplement a $500,000 gift from an Indianapolis family.

Council President Rick Sharp said he thought previous fundraising goals may have been too lofty, but Libman said it’s too early to evaluate the center’s fundraising success or failure, adding that relationships with potential donors and sponsors must first be “cultivated.”

“It’s going to take some time for

the seeds to grow,” he said. “I’m confident that, over time, we’ll get there, but it won’t happen in the first couple years.”

Libman also said fundraising will be easier once all three of the center’s venues are fully operational, but that won’t diminish the need for city aid. Revenue and operating costs, Libman said, will both increase substantially once the center is open, yet the amount of public funding needed to cover expenses

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no suRprise Mayor Jim Brainard said that, because arts centers aren’t intended to make money and the tax increment financing (TIF) dollars being used to build the Center for the Performing Arts can’t legally be applied to its operating costs, he’s always known that the center would need tax money to operate, citing several examples in which such statements were published.

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If approved by the City Council, $2 million will be taken from the city’s rainy day fund and applied to operating expenses for The Center for the Performing Arts. However, Councilman Kevin Rider said the city has already committed to deappropriate nearly $1.2 million from land acquisition funds and other sources to replenish the rainy day fund.

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will likely remain consistent. However, the ordinance up for a council vote states that the center’s long-term goal is to operate without any contributions from the city. Libman said it may take at least10 years to completely eliminate the center’s need for tax dollars but agreed that it is a viable objective.

Until that point, though, any amount of tax dollars given to the center will permit the council to review the center’s finances in full. If the subsidy is approved, Libman would be required to provide the council with monthly written financial statements, make quarterly presentations at council meetings and provide a professional audit of the center’s finances. Some members of the committee wanted to ban tax money from being applied to specific expenses, often specifically referring to Feinstein’s $400,000 contract and citing some constituents’ discontent, but such conditions were dropped due to lack of support.

“I’m not saying he’s not worth it, but when you’re talking about taxpayer money, it’s a whole different ballgame,” Councilman John Accetturo said of Feinstein.

Sharp said he fully expects the council to vote in favor of giving the $2 million. The council can choose not to include the center on future budgets if it disagrees with how tax money is spent, he said, but for now, approving the money is really the only option. If the concert hall fails, he said, taxpayers will be left to pay back its $80 million bond.

“It will go to the only place that guarantees repayment: property taxes. That’s it,” he said.

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Steven Libman said the following figures apply to the center’s projected revenue and expenses from April 1 to February or March of 2011. The grand opening of the Palladium is scheduled for January 2011.

Revenue *City of Carmel - $2,000,000 Individual donors - $500,000 Foundations - $125,000 Corporations - $210,000 Hamilton County Convention and Visitors Bureau - $250,000 Box office sales - $400,000 Concession sales - $20,000 Facility rental - $70,000 Total: $3,575,000 Expenses Salaries and benefits - $1,363,250 **Artist fees and production costs - $685,000 Marketing and public relations - $625,000 Web design and set up (one-time fee) - $250,000 Box office design and set up (one-time fee) - $320,000 General administrative costs - $60,000 Building operations - $250,000 Total: $3,553,250 Net surplus: $21,750

* Dependent on council approval ** Includes salary of Artistic Director Michael Feinstein

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It is our position that the fiscal irresponsibility of the current “Millennial Generation” may be the result of a lack of direction and poor examples set by their parents. The recent report on the financial profile of teenagers and “twentysomethings” predicts that this may be the first generation that ends up worse, financially, than the one before it. Many wonder whether schools need to be doing more to teach kids how to manage money, while others blame the credit card industry for making money too accessible.

While these can be contributing factors, ultimately, children tend to model the behavior of the adults who raise them. We parents must set the example on responsible spending and fiscal maintenance. A child’s value system is nurtured in the home. Overindulgence can lead to long-term damage in expectation and demand control as children become young adults.

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It’s a very tough call, but ‘no’ Taking a position on the Carmel Clay schools referendum was, hands down, the most difficult decision we’ve ever faced with respect to endorsements. We have been unfailingly supportive of our schools, as they represent one of the true cornerstones of our exemplary community. The support our city offers our schools is second to none, and students here enjoy the ultimate luxury in life: great parents.

The schools are asking for our support again, with a request for $12 million to cover a projected budget shortfall. This referendum, we believe, offers a great teaching moment for all of us. And because of this, we’re finding ourselves saying “No” to the referendum. (We’re also saying, “No” to the people who have trashed or stolen “Vote Yes” referendum signage. Shame on you for challenging or denying freedom of speech, and for damaging something that does not belong to you.)

We’ve talked to many people on both sides of the fence during the last several weeks; we have held a private roundtable discussion to gain additional information and feedback (Current in Carmel, April 27), and it’s evermore clear to us there’s a palpable level of anger directed at the Carmel Clay School Corp.’s public question, or referendum, on the primary-election ballot. It goes like this: “For the seven calendar years immediately following the holding of the referendum, shall the school corporation impose a property tax rate that does notexceed sixteen cents ($0.16) on each one hundred dollars ($100) of assessed valuation and that is in addition to the school corporation’s normal tuition support tax rate?”

The majority of the enmity we’ve heard and seen is directed at the teacher’s union.

Let us be clear: It has not been directed at the teachers; no one denies we have leadingedge, truly innovative educators, something of which we’re both proud. However, from the opinions we’ve sampled, we believe now is the time for the collective bargaining unit to officially become a stakeholder in our schools and to do whatever is necessary to keep the quality of Carmel Clay education high, while respecting a budget – and to assure long-term success of our schools, both academically and fiscally. We can’t continue “kicking the can” down the road. It is imperative we get a handle on unsustainable expenses, and we need more market-based solutions to rein them in. Pay and benefits must be aligned with the private sector.

We’d like to see that exercise begin with the

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Approving this referendum is tantamount to saying “business as usual” is OK, and to us, it is not.

We realize teachers have gone without a raise since 2008. Believe us when we tell you we completely understand their frustration; they’re talented and committed, and they should be rewarded for their efforts, as would happen in the private sector. However, like us, we’re sure you know people who have lost jobs, or have had salaries and/or benefits cut. That’s the real world, and, sad but true, one in which the union and administrators must live.

Now is the time for our schools to show the community, and especially our children, how to take responsibility during difficult times. It’s a teaching moment we all would respect and savor.

••• We urge you to vote in the primary election for Brose McVey, who is a “common sense” flat-tax and small-business proponent. He is seeking the fifth district seat for the U.S. House of Representatives. In our opinion, he has it correct in his idea to Mcvey suspend payroll tax for six months, which would be the easiest and most economical way to do it. Of course, this is something that never has been seriously considered in Washington, because it would remove CONTROL from the lawmakers. We’re also urging your support of Lee Buckingham, Hamilton County deputy prosecutor the last 15 years, for the prosecutor’s office to be vacated by Sonia Leerkamp. Interesting to note: Buckingham points out he is not a career politician, but a career prosecutor. We like the way he thinks.

The ever-widening generation gap COMMENTARY

By Terry Anker In spending some time with some of my younger friends this week, the conversation turned to their generation. I mentioned an article I read recently lamenting the enormous levels of debt accrued by these young people and the encumbrance associated with it. In turn, they expressed frustration with their perception that the Baby Boomer generation has consumed all the resources available for the future – including those resources they believe belong to them. Take that.

Even as this sandwich generation is squeezed between aging parents and increasingly expensive-to-maintain college-aged children (and beyond), they are being critiqued – perhaps correctly – for their aggressive consumption of health care and other consumables and for passing the debt generationally. It does seem as though we, as a society, have forgotten to pay as we go. For me, it was a paradigm shift. As I lectured about not borrowing (using a credit card) to enjoy consumables like pizza, they assumed it was my consumption and desire for immediate

gratification that would inevitably forestall or even destroy their futures. Should I buy it?

No doubt, every generation contributes and consumes. And no doubt, each generation believes it is struggling more than that preceding it. But have we arrived at the place where we are only taking from the coffers and not contributing? Who will collect the seeds once we all become grasshoppers rather than ants?

If indeed Generation Y is the first American generation to fail to perform better than its parents, who is to blame? I strongly believe personal accountability and commitment are the ultimate impetus to drive success. It strikes me that our responsibility is not to shield these young people from the burdens of the pursuit of achievement. Rather, we must take great care not to eliminate the liberties that would allow them to accomplish success if they seek it.

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DISPATCHES » Vote today – Exercise your constitutional right to vote today by participating in the primary elections. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. » Scholarship fundraiser – The Carmel Woman’s Club’s annual Dessert & Card Party is May 12 from 1-4 p.m. at the Social Hall at St Elizabeth Seton Church on Haverstick Road. Tickets are $8 each or $32 for a reserved table for four. Proceeds go towards the CWC’s scholarship fund. Visit www.carmelwomansclub.com for details and tickets. » Free remodeling seminar – Case Handyman & Remodeling will hold a free kitchen and bath remodeling seminar at the Indianapolis Yacht Club in Geist, May 8 from 9:30 to 10 a.m. It will detail latest trends in kitchen design and tips for remodeling on a budget. Space is limited. Call 846-2600 soon to RSVP. » Rooftop stakeout – On Friday, police officers from Carmel, Indianapolis and surrounding communities will climb atop 18 Dunkin’ Donuts locations to raise money for Special Olympics Indiana. The event lasts from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., rain or shine. This is the third year for this event. Last year, police officers raised nearly $17,000.

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By Danielle Wilson Alright mommies, our day approach-eth! And because I’ve finally wisened up to the fact that my family, though attractive and talented, are not mind readers, this year I’ve prepared a “to do” list to help them organize the perfect Mother’s Day. No more disappointment when they forget it’s my day; no more bad-mouthing my husband because he didn’t clean the dishes; and no more wondering why I had children in the first place when they fight and whine on this most precious of Sundays. I’m taking control!

Deliver breakfast in bed. The menu should include a tall latte from Starbucks, a sausage biscuit from McDonald’s, a small side of fresh pineapple, and perhaps a Little Debbie Oatmeal Crème Pie. I would like it served at approximately 9 a.m., depending on whether I am awake at that hour.

Assume the role of domestic servants. I expect to come down and enjoy, throughout the day, a clean kitchen, a picked-up family room and fresh-smelling lavatories. I don’t want to have to remind anyone to remove his soccer cleat or her lip gloss from the stairs, nor do I want to receive any requests for laundry or meal prep. Uniforms are optional.

Be nice to each other. Nothing ruins a peaceful mood more quickly than a smack-down among siblings. Sunday will be the perfect day to remember the “don’t be a victim” campaign and to take your fights outside (unless I am outside, in which case you should go to a neighbor’s before resuming your rumble). Pretend that you love each other.

Compliment me. “You’re beautiful, Mom” is always a good one.

Make me something from scratch. A bouquet of flowers from our yard, a hand-drawn card or even a loaf of bread. I love gifts more when they show thought and care and don’t cost much money.

Momma needs to buy a new house!

Organize a family activity. Charades, soccer, even board games – and plan to throw the game for my benefit. My Mother’s Day would not be complete if I didn’t successfully bankrupt you all with my five-star hotels on Park Place and Boardwalk or something to that awesome effect.

Complement me some more. “You’re looking really skinny, Mommy!” So easy, yet so effective.

Take me out for a simple dinner, and don’t throw a tizzy if they run out of chicken fingers. This isn’t about you! And please pick a restaurant that serves alcohol.

Sure, making a list of things for your family to do on Mother’s Day isn’t the most “romantic” way for life to go down, but let’s face it, this is a heck of a lot safer for everyone. I know I’ll get what I want, and they know they won’t be in hot water come Monday.

It also takes the guess work and pressure off your husband. Men don’t get it, they just don’t, and now they don’t have to. So I encourage you to do the same for your family. If you want flowers, ask for them. If you want to spend the entire day without kids, plan it. And if you want to wallow in butter-smothered popcorn at the movies, then Fandango some tickets TODAY. Make Mother’s Day about you for once by doing what you do best – controlling everything and everyone around you! Peace out.

(I’d like to extend a big thank you to the 4/5 Challenge Class at SRE for helping me with this column. I hope you liked the finished product!)

Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@currentincarmel. com.

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By Jeff Worrell On May 8, your mail carrier would like to reverse the routine and pick up rather than deliver. You will certainly still get your mail, but May 8 is Letter Carrier Food Collection Day in Carmel. Organizer and local postal worker John Herr, and an army of men and women dressed in grayish blue, will be collecting non-perishable food from or near your mailbox.

That’s right, the National Association of Letter Carriers, for the 17th year, will scavenge for food to the benefit of three local food pantries. A little secret to help us beat the amount of food collected in Westfield is to put your donation out as early as possible on Saturday. This will help your neighbors see it and remember to put theirs out as well. Last year, Carmel collected 4,000 pounds more than the year before for a grand weight of 37,650 pounds.

The letter carriers are not working alone in the quest to collect food for people down on their luck. Jayne Slayton from Our Lady of Mt. Carmel has stepped forward and taken responsibility to staple a reminder card to a collection bag that will be delivered to every home in Carmel explaining the program. Her H.E.L.P. Committee will prepare the bags for more than

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For their labor, the Our Lady Of Mt. Carmel Food Pantry will receive a portion of the food collected to give out during the summer months to its clients. The Food Pantry, operated by the generous people of Carmel United Methodist Church, will also receive a portion of the donations. The Open Door Pantry serving a large area of Hamilton County takes home the final third collected from everyone in Carmel who decides to hang canned food and boxed items on their mailboxes Saturday morning.

So, this week don’t forget to pick up a few extra boxes of macaroni and cheese, some chicken soup and a pound of sugar to help fill up your bag. For those people in our own backyard who worry about their next meal, the sharing of your bounty is much appreciated, and it puts a shine on our reputation and good feeling in our hearts.

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‘Different than’ or ‘different from?’

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By Brandie Bohney I think there are number of readers out there who may be looking at the title of this column thinking, “Different than or different from?

There’s a difference?”

Ah, there is.

What is debatable is how important that difference is. And to be honest, in one direction, I’m not sure that the shades of grey are very significant. In the other direction, however, it’s important to keep you from sounding like a moron.

If you’re confused, read these sentences and try to figure out which one is wrong.

Micah’s shoes are different than my shoes This is a very different year than last year.

My car is different from I thought it would be.

Which one did you choose? The third one? Good choice.

But they’re all wrong.

Technically, anyhow. Those first two sentences may not sound incorrect to you, and there’s good reason for that: In some circles, they’re considered acceptable (not necessarily correct, but acceptable). Now, I could go into a lengthy diatribe about the reasons those first two sentences are technically incorrect, but rather than imagining the snoring that would ensue, I’ll offer instead a tip for remembering when different from should be used.

Whenever you can reasonably substitute differs from for is/are different from or than, use different from. Take that first sentence: Micah’s shoes differ from my shoes. There you go. Now check out the second sentence: This year differs very much from last year. Both sentences should, technically, use different from.

That third example was the one you most likely picked as incorrect. And it sounds awful, doesn’t it? That’s because in the first two sentences, the different than/different from is followed by a noun or noun phrase. When it’s followed by a clause, though, different than is preferable. There’s no trick for this one other than remembering that if it sounds terrible, there’s probably a reason.

The reality in American English is that the use of different than instead of different from in circumstances such as the first two examples is common, even among well educated and highly regarded individuals. Still, I think it’s better to use the more widely acceptable version when given such an option. That way, if you’re faced with someone who is a real stickler, you’ll be correct. And correct is different from acceptable.

Brandie Bohney is a grammar enthusiast and former English teacher. If you have a grammarrelated question, please email her at bbthegrammarguru@gmail.com.

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Teens should be taught consequences, not punishments COMMENTARY

By Becky Kapsalis Consequences and punishment are not the same thing.

Rewards teach teens to get something for good behavior or good grades. Rewards do not teach kids to be cooperative or take credit for their good deeds. It’s never too late to begin teaching kids to be responsible teens. But if we wait until they are teenagers before they understand that using consequences to build responsibility is the appropriate path to emotional freedom, we may have to work twice as hard during their emotional-roller-coaster teen years to get them to make better choices.

Punishment teaches our teens to resent and fear us. Sometimes it’s not all bad for them to be afraid of us – if it keeps them out of harm’s way.

But for the most part, it can hurt the relationship we want to have with them.

Punishment often becomes retribution for something we can’t handle at the moment. This is not the teen’s problem and does nothing to get a positive result to the behavior. Threats,

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Consequences are a better approach for teaching our teens what is acceptable or not within our family limits. They also help teenagers take charge of their own lives by making better decisions. Consequences should always fit the behavior. Sending a teenager to his/her room for missing curfew has little effect on what we want them to learn. Instead, create a new curfew time – deducting the amount of time he/she was late.

You might even ask what your teen feels would be an appropriate consequence for his/ her inappropriate behavior. You may be pleasantly surprised at the answer. Hugs!

Becky Kapsalis. aka YiaYia (pronounced Ya-Ya.) is a certified parenting advocate and child behavior coach. You may reach her at 317-848-7979 or e-mail becky@ indyparenthelp.com

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By Vicky Early The unexpected side benefit of 10 hours in a van headed for a buying trip at the High Point mart is the bounty of ideas and tips that come our way. I have complied tid-bits of wisdom that decorators and designers do without thinking, as well as insight from major names known in the design industry that have been published by various sources.

“Neutrals are peacemakers. They help the colors get along.”

(I overheard this line being said by a furniture showroom representative at High Point.)

“Furnish your room for conversation and the chairs will take care of themselves.”

– Sibyl Colefax “Get out the digital camera and take photos of your room. You will see problem spots in a photo that you would overlook just observing the space.”

– Cindy Thomas, Artichoke Designs general manager “Store fabric, wallpaper and paint swatches in a notebook, binder or pencil pouch, so they’re handy when you shop. To visualize your scheme, cut fabric swatches relative to the size they’re used in the room-large ones for curtains, small ones for pillows.”

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“Furnish your room for conversation and the chairs will take care of themselves.”

– Sibyl Colefax

“Put things in context. If it’s a fabric that’s going on a horizontal surface, look at it horizontally. If it is vertical, look at it vertically. Whatever it is, step back six feet and look at it from a distance. Looking at a fabric or a rug six inches from your eye is totally different than seeing it as you step into the room.”

– Unknown “Don’t sweat the small stuff when it comes to color variations. Slight differences are the key to interest and layers while a dead on color match can create a flat feeling.”

– Vicky Earley, Artichoke Designs “Taste is a sharpened eye for the beautiful, the interesting, and the unusual, coupled with the talent to apply all of these to one’s life.”

– Eleanor Lambert, founder of the International Best-Dressed List “A lot of people worry about the ‘wear and tear’ on furnishings. I feel it is more a matter of people treating the things that surround them with respect.”

– Albert Hadley, The Story of America’s Preeminent Interior Designer “There is nothing more trite than a set period –

any antique period bought intact for today’s living.

But, by the same token, a contemporary house that ignores all vestiges of the past in order to express a purely modern philosophy runs the risk of becoming a stagnant document of its own time.”

– Eleanor McMillen Brown, Sixty Years of Interior Design “Always make a dark room darker. You can paint a dark room white, but it will still be dark ... give it atmosphere with deep intense color that works well in artificial light.”

– Roger Bank of Pye, Colefax and Fowler Interior Inspirations “I never think that sticking slavishly to one period is successful, a touch of nostalgia adds charm. One needs light and shade because if every piece is perfect the room becomes a museum and lifeless.”

– Nancy Lancaster, English Country House Style 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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By Alex Paredes Turquoise is in this spring! This cool, elegant, classic and fun color has been seen all across the runways. From dresses to shoes, this color will become our closet’s best friend. For many of us this color can be a bit too much, however it can still be incorporated in our outfits in a subtle way by adding a skinny turquoise belt to a gray or white dress. A gold and turquoise cocktail ring can also be just enough to brighten your whole outfit. You can also consider adding a touch of this hot color by accenting your eyes with a light turquoise eye shadow. For more ideas on how to wear this color, stop in Salon01, located at 200 City Center Drive in Carmel and shop our spring-inspired boutique.

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DISPATCHES » Anti-aging haircut – Want to stick with grey and still look younger? A sophisticated, chin-length bob with subtly graduated layers throughout pumps up the volume. Full fringe hides wrinkles and adds extra lift at the hairline, an area susceptible to thinning.

Weaving in a few fine blonde highlights around the head further thickens strands.

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‘Sleep hygiene’ an important part of a healthy lifestyle COMMENTARY

By Angela LaSalle M.D. Insomnia, defined as insufficient and nonrestorative sleep, affects one out of three people on a periodic basis. With a fast-paced culture and widespread use of stimulants such as caffeine and nicotine, we inadvertently contribute to our own sleep issues.

Just as we get our children ready for sleep with the bedtime routine, adults can also benefit from developing a series of pre-sleep habits otherwise known as “sleep hygiene.”

Here are some ideas to improve your chances of a good night’s sleep: 1. Eliminate stimulants. Caffeine, nicotine, decongestants, pain medications and certain prescription medications can all contribute to insomnia. It takes up to eight hours for the effects of caffeine to wear off, so consider weaning caffeine completely.

Don’t discontinue or change doses of prescription medication without checking with your doctor.

2. Set a consistent bedtime, even on your days off. This helps the body regulate its sleep clock. Turn off the TV and computer at least 30 minutes prior to your bedtime, and allow some quiet relaxation time before bed.

3. Avoid exercising or stimulating activities

before bed. Taking on detail-oriented tasks before bed can keep our brain in active mode, and exercise causes an upswing in stimulatory chemicals in the body. Keep in mind that exercising earlier in the day actually helps sleep.

4. Avoid alcohol. Having a nightcap in the evening can actually cause disrupted sleep as the alcohol wears off.

5. Adjust your sleep environment. Keep the room cool and dark. Light can disrupt melatonin production, so be sure to turn of TVs, computers and brightly lit clocks.

6. Try a hot bath. The drop in body temperature after the bath mimics the temperature drop that happens as we fall asleep, and may induce the body’s sleep mechanisms.

If you’re still struggling with insomnia after paying attention to your “sleep hygiene,” it’s time to visit with your doctor. He or she can help by reviewing medications, assessing for hormonal or other medical issues, consider a sleep study and help with treatment options.

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READERS’ VIEWS Voters: The future of Carmel schools rests in your hands Editor: The Carmel Clay Schools referendum up for vote on Tuesday should not be about administrators, teachers or taxpayers. It should be about our nation’s most valuable resource: children. As a Carmel Clay school teacher and parent living in this community, I am hopeful other Carmel citizens realize the value of education as well as the impact it can have on a community.

This community has always taken great pride in the high-quality education it offers its children.

But the future of this community and its prized schools are now at stake. Should the referendum fail, large class sizes, fewer programs

and fewer staff members to offer support to students will become the norm.

The median price of a home in Carmel is approximately $251,400. Should the referendum pass, this would mean a tax increase of $17.61 per month. Last Friday, my husband, son, daughter and I ate dinner at Subway. The cost of our meal: $26. Common sense and elementary economics dictate that you get what you pay for. Surely the general public is willing to pay the equivalent of a meal at Subway to ensure highquality education continues to be offered to the children of today and to those who follow.

Please vote YES on May 4!

Liz Thiel, Carmel

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Carmel schools didn’t take steps to avoid referendum Editor: As an employee of Zionsville Community Schools (ZCS), I know first-hand ZCS has made the tough decisions and necessary cuts to avoid a referendum.

Unlike Carmel Clay Schools, the ZCS administration has not used scare tactics or fear-mongering. Instead, the ZCS administration conducted a series of public meetings, performed surveys and requested cost-cutting ideas and income-generating solutions from the entire

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As a parent and 10-year resident of Carmel, I don’t feel the CCS administration has made the same effort. I also feel CCS’ use of threats and scare tactics is unprofessional and distasteful. The school administrators work for the citizens of Carmel.

We don’t work for them. The CCS administration needs to make the tough decisions and prove it is worthy of additional taxpayer money. As it stands, my wife and I will vote NO on May 4.

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US Representative District 5

State Senate District 29

Don Bates Jr., Repulican Personal: Raised in Greensburg, currently resides in Winchester; married with two sons.

Background: For a decade and a half he has worked in the business and financial services sectors and has served his community in a number of leadership positions.

Web: www.donbatesjr.com/ Richard Behney, Republican Personal: Moved to Fishers in 1994; married with three children Background: Owner of a plumbing company with little political experience. He feels obligated to run for office in the wake of Evan Bayh’s political quest.

Web: www.richardbehney.com Dan Coats, Republican Personal: Married with three children and seven grandchildren.

Background: Served on the district staff of thenCongressman Dan Quayle and later served in the United States House of Representatives and United States Senate; stepped down from the Senate honoring a term-limits pledge in 1999 and joined former Senate Majority Leader Bob Dole as Special Counsel with the law firm of Verner, Liipfert, Bernhard, McPherson and Hand.

Web: www.coatsforindiana.com John N. Hostettler, Republican Personal: He lives in Blairsville; married with four children.

Background: Ran and served in the United State House of Representatives from 1995-2007.

Web: www.johnhostettler.com

Nasser Hanna, Democrat Personal: Resident of Fishers; married with three children.

Background: Cancer doctor at the Indiana University School of Medicine. He is considered one of the world’s experts on the treatment and research of lung cancer. He serves as the Chairman of the Board for the Hoosier Oncology Group, a world-renowned cancer research organization. He and his wife, Amy Hanna, RN, founded a charitable organization called Cancer-Free Lungs in 2004.

Web: www.hannaforcongress.com Andy Lyons, Republican Personal: Married with four children.

Background: Works as a teacher of economics and United States history and previously worked as a police officer. He is also the Chairman of the Grant County Tea Party.

Web: www.andylyonsforcongress.com John McGoff, Republican Personal: Married for 23 years with one daughter; the family attends St. Pius X. Background: Served in the Air Force National Guard and is a longtime activist in Republican politics in Marion County. In 2004, he served Governor Mitch Daniels as a healthcare policy advisor for his campaign.

Web: www.drjohnmcgoff.com Brose McVey, Republican Personal: Carmel resident; married with three sons Background: Small businessman and graduate of Purdue University’s School of Agriculture; worked with former senators Dan Quayle and Dan Coats; has 25 years of diverse experience working on farms, in board rooms and with public policies, respectively Web: www.brosemcvey.com Luke Messer, Republican Personal: sixth-generation Hoosier; resides in Shelbyville with his wife and three children Background: Works as an attorney with his own law firm; a former state representative who has also served as legal counsel for U.S. House committees Web: www.lukemesser.com Mike Murphy, Repbulican Personal: Resident of Indianapolis; has two sons ages 20 and 24 Background: won awards as a television journalist covering politics in the Midwest; has worked as an executive for multiple Fortune 500 companies; elected to serve District 90 in the Indiana General Assembly and has won eight consecutive elections; Web: www.mikemurphycongress.com

Mike Delph, Republican Personal: Married with five daughters and member of Central Christian Church Background: First elected to the State Senate in 2005; served in the United States Army Reserve Web: www.in.gov/s29

Marlin A. Stutzman, Republican Personal: Lives in Howe, Indiana; married with two children.

Background: Fourth-generation farmer. Elected to the Indiana State House of Representatives in 2002 and also elected as State Senator for District 13.

Web: www.gomarlin.com

US Representative District 5 Ann B. Adcook, Republican Personal: A devoted mother and grandmother who has spent most of her career working in the life sciences field at Roche Diagnostics Background: Has little political experience but has been an active community member, serving on local boards and as a volunteer firefighter, among other positions. She has been involved with the United State Navy since 1975.

Web: www.annadcook.com Dan Burton, Republican Personal: Burton and his family reside in Indianapolis Background: Longtime incumbent; served in the U.S. Army and the U.S. Army Reserves from 1957 to 1962.

Before his election to Congress, Mr. Burton held office in the Indiana State Senate (1969-70 and 1981-82), as well as in the Indiana House of Representatives (196768 and 1977-80).

Web: www.burton.house.gov Tim Crawford, Democrat Personal: Has lived in Indiana since age 4 and a graduate of Carmel High School Background: Is currently a senior estimator for Southern Retail Construction, which he says gives him a vast understanding of budgets and how to operate within them.

Web: www.timforushouse.com

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State Senate District 21 James Buck, Republican Personal: Married with five daughters Background: Elected to the State Senate in 2008; served in the State House of Representatives from 1994-2008 Web: www. senatorjimbuck.com Chuck Sosbe, Democrat Personal: Former firefighter in Kokomo Background: Has 13 years of experience in the Indiana General Assembly and a veteran of the United States Air Force Web: www.sosbeforsenate

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Robin Shackleford, Democrat Personal: A resident of Indianapolis Web: www.shacklefordforsenate.com

Kathy Richardson, Republican Personal: Resident of Noblesville and member of First Christian Church of Noblesville Background: Currently serves District 29 in the Indiana House of Representatives; first elected to the House in 1992 Web: www.in.gov/h29 Joe Weingarten, Democrat Personal: Lives in Fortville; married with children and grandchildren Background: Served as an aerospace and mechanical engineer for the U.S. Air Force for 30 years Web: www.indianaforjoe.com

State Senate District 32 Eric Turner, Republican Personal: Resident of Marion and member of the Gas City Area Chamber of Commerce Background: First served in the Indiana House of Representatives from 1982 to 1986; has served District 32 from 1994 to present Web: www.in.gov/h32/

State Senate District 35 L. Jack Lutz, Republican Personal: Resident of Anderson; married with three children and ten grandchildren Background: First elected to the Indiana House of Representatives in 1991; currently represents District 35 Web: www.jacklutz.com Eric Welch, Republican Background: Attorney/Owner at Welch and Co, LLC (2004-Present).

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State Senate District 35 Terri Jo Austin, Democrat Personal: Married with two children.

Background: Serves House District 36 in Madison and Hamilton counties Web: www.terrijaustin.com/index.shtml Kim Builta, Republican Personal: Married with three children and two grandchildren Background: Part-owner of Rowland Title Company.

Web: www.kimbuilta.com

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Jacque Clements, Republican Personal: Resident of Frankfort; married for 38 years with two children Background: Serves District 38 in the Indiana House of Representatives; has served as an elected official since the mid 1980s Web: www.in.gov/legislative/house_republicans/ homepages/r38/bio.htm Heath VanNatter, Republican Personal: Lifelong resident of Howard County; married with three children Background: Owns and operates VanNatter Construction, a homebuilding and remodeling company Web: www.vannatterforstaterep.com

Brian Bosma, Republican Personal: Married with two children and is a member of Grace Community Church.

Background: Serves District 88 in the Indiana House of Representatives; partner with the law firm Kroger, Gardis and Regas focusing his practice in local government and environmental law Web: www.in.gov/legislative/house_republicans/homepages/r88/ bio.htm

David Wyser, Republican Personal: A 12-year resident of Hamilton County; married with two daughters Background: A prosecutor with 20 years of experience and a veteran of 250 trials. As the Chief Trial Deputy for the largest prosecutor’s office in the state, he said he oversaw the prosecution of some of the state’s most dangerous criminals.

Web: www.davidwyser.com D. Lee Buckingham, III, Republican Personal: Has lived in Hamilton County with his son Daulton for more than 16 years; active member of his church in Fishers.

Background: Deputy Prosecutor in Hamilton County since 1995.

In that time, he said he prosecuted thousands of cases, from misdemeanors and traffic infractions to complicated and serious felony cases. I have worked exclusively in felony court for the last 13 years.

Web: www.buckinghamforprosecutor.com

State Senate District 38 Jerry Torr, Republican Personal: Lives in Carmel with his wife, Stephanie.

Background: Serves District 39 in Indiana House of Representatives; member of all chambers of commerce in Hamilton County; works as the client executive for Hylant Group Web: www.in.gov/legislative/house_republicans/ homepages/r39/bio.htm

State Senate District 86 Edward DeLaney, Democrat Personal: Married for 41 years with three children Background: Served in the U.S. Navy as a lieutenant; Indiana Senate Democrat’s Majority Counsel from 1976 to 1977; Indiana Chairman of the 1992 ClintonGore Campaign Web: www.eddelaney.org Adam Nelson, Republican Personal: Member of St. Luke Church; coaches youth football and volunteers with Habitat for Humanity Background: Current Economics and history teacher at Warren Central High School Web: None Kurt Webber, Republican Personal: Married to Dr. Delise Webber; they have a son and daughter Background: Earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from Indiana University School of Business Graduated cum lade from University of Illinois College of Law and owns his own firm, Kurt A. Webber P.C. Web: www.kurtwebber.com

State Senate District 87 Cindy Noe, Republican Personal: Married for 38 years with two children and 13 grandchildren Background: Has served District 87 in the Indiana House since 2002; former CEO and majority owner of Hamilton County-based company IHM Facility Services, Inc. Web: www.in.gov/legislative/house_republicans/homepages/r87/ bio.htm

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County Council district 1 Meredith Carter, Republican Personal: Resident of Indianapolis Background: Currently represents District 1 of the Hamilton County Council

County Council district 2 Christopher Brown, Democrat Personal: Married for 16 years with two children Background: Graduate of Indiana University School of Law; serves as Chair of Indiana Bar Association’s Intellectual Property Section; partner with Indiana’s largest patent and trademark law firm Web: www.brownforcountycouncil.com Judy Levine, Republican Personal: Resident of Fishers Background: Currently represents District 2 of the Hamilton County Council Web: None

County Council district 3 Steve Schwartz, Republican Personal: Resides in Noblesville Background: Currently represents District 3 of the Hamilton County Council Web: None

County Council district 4 Paul Ayers, Republican Personal: Carmel resident; married for 40 years Background: Graduated from Purdue University and served active duty with the United States Marine Corps; current president of Mark’s Companies Web: www.ayersforcouncil.com Bob Smith, Republican Personal: Resides in Westfield Background: Serves as a Westfield City Council member Web: None Ron Thomas, Republican Personal: Resides in Westfield Background: Former Westfield Town Council member Web: None

Clay township trustee Douglas Callahan, Republican

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county sheriff Scott Baldwin, Republican Personal: A Noblesville native who is married with two children Background: Veteran of the United States Marine Corps and worked for the Indianapolis Police Department from 1992 to 2005. He said his 20-plus years of experience as a public service provided him with a unique perspective of crime, prosecution, and corrections.

Web: www.votebaldwin.com Mark Bowen, Republican Personal: Mark and his wife Jackie were married in 1992 and reside in Fishers Background: Has served Hamilton County for the past 18 years as a member of the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office and was appointed Chief Deputy in 2003. He oversees the day-to- day operations of the agency’s 325 employees and manages its $18 million dollar budget.

Web: www.bowenforsheriff.com Ken Heiny, Republican Personal: A father and lifelong resident of Hamilton County Background: Served in the United States Marine Corp Reserve from 1979 to 1985; joined the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Department full time in 1993 and was awarded the Medal of Valor for rescuing a woman whose car was in icy water.

Web: www.heinyforsheriff.com

Clay Township Board Paul Bolin, Republican Casey Carter, Republican Mary Eckard, Republican

Steve Gross, Republican Matthew Snyder, Republican

Public QUESTION Question1: “For the seven calendar years immediately following the holding of the referendum, shall the school corporation impose a property tax rate that does not exceed sixteen cents ($0.16) on each one hundred dollars ($100) of assessed valuation and that is in addition to the school corporation’s normal tuition support tax rate?” ❒ Yes. ❒ No.

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Polling places for Carmel residents 0201: Briar Creek Forest Dale Elementary School, 10721 Lakeshore Dr. W., Carmel (Gymnasium) 0202: Brookshire 01 Brookshire Golf Club, 12120 Brookshire Parkway, Carmel (Banquet Room) 0203: Carmel Meadows Carmel Elementary School, 101 4th Ave. S.E., Carmel (Cafeteria) 0204: Clay Center 1 University High SchoolFairbanks Hall, 2825 W. 116th St., Carmel (Rooms 101 & 111) 0205: Clay Southwest 1 College Park Church, 2606 W, 96th St., Indianapolis (Fellowship Hall, Room A8A, B, C) 0206: College Orchard Park Presbyterian Church, 1605 E, 106th St., Indianapolis (Main Lobby) 0207: Cool Creek North Smokey Row Family Swim Club, 4255 E. 136th St., Carmel (Recreation Room) 0208: Daniel Warren Carmel United Methodist Church, 621 S, Range Line Rd., Carmel (West Hallway) 0209: Eden Brook 01 First Baptist Church, 1010 E. 126th St., Carmel (Gym & Foyer) 0210: Greensprings Woodbrook Elementary School, 4311 E, 116th St. Carmel (Gymnasium) 0211: Guilford 1 Carmel Friends Church, 651 W. Main St., Carmel (Foyer) 0212: Holaday 01 Hope CMA Church, 2500 E. 98th St., Indianapolis (Gym) 0213: Hunters Trace Terrace of Carmel Health & Living, 118 Medical Dr., Carmel (Terrace Common Area) 0214: Keystone Forest Dale Elementary School, 10721 Lakeshore Dr. W., Carmel (Gymnasium) 0215: Lady Hamilton John W. Hensel Government Building, 10701 N. College Ave., Suite B, Indianapolis (Community Room, Trustee’s & Assessor’s) 0216: Mohawk Hills Mohawk Hills Clubhouse, 945 Mohawk Hills Dr., Carmel (Club Room) 0217: Mt. Carmel 01

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Central Christian Church, 1242 W, 136th St., Carmel (Fellowship Hall) 0218: Orchard Park Orchard Park Elementary School, 10404 Orchard Park Dr. S., Indianapolis (LGI Room) 0219: Pleasant Grove 1 John W. Hensel Government Building, 10701 N. College Ave., Suite B, Indianapolis (Community Room, Trustee’s & Assessor’s) 0220: Rangeline Steven A. Couts Fire Headquarters, 2 Civic Square, Carmel (Training Room) 0221: Richland Old Town Meeting Hall/ Carmel Repertory Theatre, 15 1st Ave. N.E., Carmel (Office, Open Space) 0222: Northridge John W. Hensel Government Building, 10701 N. College Ave., Suite B, Indianapolis (Community Room, Trustee’s & Assessor’s) 0223: White Chapel Woodbrook Elementary School, 4311 E. 116th St., Carmel (Gymnasium) 0224: Brookfield Crossing Northview Christian Life Church, 5535 E. 131st St., Carmel (Main Lobby) 0225: Woodland Carmel Clay Fire Station, #43 3242 E. 106th St., Carmel (East Bay) 0226: Cool Creek South First Baptist Church, 1010 E. 126th St., Carmel (Gym & Foyer) 0227: Lakewood Forest Dale Elementary School, 10721 Lakeshore Dr. W., Carmel (Gymnasium) 0228: Spring Mill 01 Robert Irsay Pavilion, 1303 W. 116th St., Carmel (Main Room) 0229: Johnson Acres Carmel High School Stadium, 520 E. Main St., Carmel (Stadium Hospitality Room/ Alumni Room 5 & 6) 0230: Eden Brook 02 First Baptist Church, 1010 E. 126th St., Carmel (Gym & Foyer) 0231: Guilford 2 Prime Life Enrichment Center, 1078 Third Ave. S.W., Carmel 0232: Stonehedge Carmel Assembly of God Church, 1009 W. Main St.,

Carmel (Main Sanctuary) 0233: Clay Northwest 1 David W. Klingensmith Administration Building, 3400 W. 131st St., Westfield (Break Room) 0234: Brookshire North St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 4780 E 126th St., Carmel (Classroom G/H) 0235: Avian Cherry Tree Elementary School, 13989 Hazel Dell Parkway, Carmel (Community Room 2 Room #34) 0236: Clay Northeast Northview Christian Life Church, 5535 E. 131st St., Carmel (Main Lobby) 0237: Arbors Summer Trace Retirement Community, 12999 N. Pennsylvania St., Carmel (Private Dining Room) 0238: Blue Creek Forest Dale Elementary School, 10721 Lakeshore Dr. W., Carmel (Gym) 0239: Brentwood Smokey Row Family Swim Club, 4255 E. 136th St., Carmel (Recreation Room) 0240 Holaday 02 Hope CMA Church 2500 E 98th Street Indianapolis Gym 0241: Hunters Creek Central Christian Church, 1242 W. 136th St., Carmel (Fellowship Hall) 0242: Kingswood 01 Woodbrook Elementary School, 4311 E. 116th St., Carmel (Gymnasium) 0243: Lexington Carmel Middle School, 300 S. Guilford Rd., Carmel (Auditorium Lobby) 0244: Mt Carmel 02 Central Christian Church, 1242 W. 136th St., Carmel (Fellowship Hall) 0245: Spring Mill 02 Robert Irsay Pavilion, 1303 W. 116th St., Carmel (Main Room) 0246: Thistlewood Central Christian Church, 1242 W. 136th St., Carmel (Fellowship Hall) 0247: Waterford First Baptist Church, 1010 E. 126th St., Carmel (Gym & Foyer) 0248: Woodfield Carmel Fire Station No. 44, 5032 E. 131st St., Carmel

(Bays) 0249: Woodgate Carmel High School Stadium, 520 E. Main St., Carmel (Stadium Hospitality Room/ Alumni Room 5 & 6) 0250: Brookshire 02 Brookshire Golf Club, 12120 Brookshire Parkway, Carmel (Banquet Room) 0251: Kingswood 02 St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 10655 Haverstick Rd., Carmel (Social Hall, Main Building) 0252: Springmill Ponds Carmel Clay Fire Station No. 46, 540 W. 136th St., Carmel (Fire Truck Bay) 0253: Copperwood Christ Community Church, 4770 E. 131st St., Carmel (Lobby & NW Classroom) 0254: Meridian (NV) 0255: Hazel Dell Northview Christian Life Church, 5535 E. 131st St., Carmel (Main Lobby) 0256: Clay Southwest 2 College Park Church, 2606 W. 96th St., Indianapolis (Fellowship Hall, Room A8A, B, C) 0257: Clay Center 2 Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian St., Carmel (Banquet Room) 0258: Bay Hill St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 10655 Haverstick Rd., Carmel (Social Hall, Main Building) 0259: Cherry Tree Carmel Fire Station No. 44, 5032 E. 131st St., Carmel (Bays) 0260: Stonewick St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 10655 Haverstick Rd., Carmel (Social Hall, Main Building( 0261: Crooked Stick Robert Irsay Pavillion, 1303 W. 116th St., Carmel (Main Room) 0262: Cheswick Carmel Clay Fire Station No. 46, 540 W. 136th St., Carmel (Fire Truck Bay) 0263: Saddle Creek Carmel Water Department, 3450 W. 131st St., Westfield (Break Room) 0264: Spring Farms Carmel Clay Fire Station No. 46, 540 W. 136th St., Carmel (Fire Truck Bay)

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Carmel Clay School Board District 1 Joseph Miller, Non-Partisan Personal: A case manager at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis with three grown children who attended Carmel Clay Schools.

Background: Served on the school board from 2004-2008.

Web: None Layla Spanenberg, Non-Partisan Personal: A pharmacist and longtime Carmel resident with three sons in Smokey Row Elementary School Background: Has served on the Smokey Row PTO since 2005, including serving as the organization’s president in the past. She has also been Smokey Row’s School Board liaison since 2008.

Web: www.laylaspanenberg.com

Carmel Clay School Board District 2 Edwin Broecker, Non-Partisan Personal: A lifelong resident of Carmel; married with two sons attending Towne Meadow Elementary Background: Attended Carmel Clay Schools for 12 years and was a board member and past president of the Carmel Clay Education Foundation.

Web: www.edbroecker.com Pamela Knowles, Non-Partisan Personal: A longtime teacher at Orchard Park Elementary who says teachers should be the CCS’ top priority Background: A retired elementary teacher with almost 25 years of experience teaching in Carmel schools. Past president of the Carmel Clay Education Association.

Web: None

Carmel Clay School Board District 3 Greg Phillips Personal: A 30-year resident of Carmel with two children, both graduates of Carmel schools Background: Was elected to the board in 2006 and currently serves as its secretary. He is running unopposed in District 3.

Web: None

0265: Prairie View Northview Christian Life Church, 5535 E. 131st St., Carmel (Main Lobby) 0266: Clay Center 3 University High School-Fairbanks Hall, 2825 W. 116th St., Carmel (Rooms 101 & 111) 0267: Pleasant Grove 2 John W. Hensel Government Building, 10701 N. College Ave., Suite B, Indianapolis (Community Room, Trustee’s & Assessor’s) 0268: Clay Southwest 3 College Park Church, 2606 W. 96th St., Indianapolis (Fellowship Hall, Room A8A, B,C)

0269: Coxhall Coxhall Gardens Maintenance Building, 11795 Towne Rd., Carmel (Maintenance Bays) 0270: Kingsborough Carmel Clay Fire Station No. 46, 540 W. 136th St., Carmel (Fire Truck Bays) 0271 The Retreat King of Glory Lutheran Church, 2201 E. 106th St., Carmel (Parlor

by Sanctuary) 0272: Clay Northwest 2 David W Klingensmith Administration Building, 3400 W. 131st St., Westfield

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By Chef Michael Vlasich The word “nut” can have many meanings.

Some say I represent the meaning of crazy or eccentric – or “nutty.” Then there is the metal block you thread on a bolt. And another meaning deals with family jewels and, well, we won’t go there. Lastly, there is “a dry, one-seeded fruit, consisting of a kernel, often in a shell.”

No matter the season or variety, nuts are a favorite of most people. They provide substantial nutrition to our diets and are a main ingredient in many dishes of American cuisine. They provide color, texture, flavor and crunch, along with chemical reactions that play an important role in the completion of a recipe.

Nuts are sold raw in the shell, unshelled whole, chopped or slivered, raw, blanched or roasted. Brines, salted, Cajun-seasoned, or accented with parmesan garlic seasoning – you dream it, and you can probably find it. Whole nuts store better then pieces; they should always be in air-tight containers; and ultimately, they should be kept in the freezer below zero.

In America, nuts are everywhere, but about 10 varieties have most of the market share.

Cashews are kidney shaped, buttery and sweet in flavor. Chestnuts, sweet and moist, are mostly consumed around the holidays. Hazelnuts (also called filberts) are rich flavored little balls, associated with coffee and dessert. Macadamias are white, crisp and oily and found in the islands.

Peanuts are the Native American discovery, and they are the least expensive of all. Pecans, native only to North America, are mostly used

pecan pie Ingredients: • 1 each 9” pie shell • 1/2 cup sugar • 1/3 cup flour • 1/3 cup butter (slightly melted) • 2 small beaten eggs (or 1 ½ X-large eggs) • 3/4 tsp. vanilla extract • 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips • 3/4 cup pecans Directions: Combine all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Pour mixture into an unbaked pie shell. Bake for 35-40 minutes in a preheated oven at 400 degrees. Cool and serve.

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for baking. Pine nuts, smallest of all, are used in salads and specialty Italian foods. Pistachios are a pale green nut with distinct flavor. And the walnut, with an intense flavor, comes in black and white varieties and is often used in baking.

All of these are consumed in unbelievable quantities and are generally good for us.

Included is a great pie featuring pecans. Give it a go.

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

Serving Our Community with Experience That Matters L E A D E R S H I P « L AW E N F O R C E M E N T « B U S I N E S S Scott Baldwin, with over 25 years of public service experience, is the only candidate with: « Extensive Military Experience protecting our rights and freedoms: 2 Tours of Duty USMC - Desert Storm « Significant Correctional Prison Experience keeping us safe from convicts: Indiana Department of Corrections « Extensive Investigations Experience hunting criminals: Homicide Unit Supv. & Metro Drug Task Force Unit Supv. « Extensive Business Experience sharpening financial and budgeting skills: 15 Years Ownership/ Management Scott Baldwin is clearly the only candidate with extensive and diverse experience, both outside and inside the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office.

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DISPATCHES » Auditions announcement – Carmel Repertory Theatre will hold open auditions for its 2010 Summer Musical “The Pirates of Penzance” May 4, 7 p.m. at Clay Middle School, 5150 E. 126th Street, Carmel.

» Tender transplants – Watch for signs of drought in plants transplanted from containers. Apply water (not much, but often) close to each plant's stem, where it will percolate down to the root ball. The larger the plant, the longer the recovery period, and the more diligently you need to water. Poke a pointed metal rod into the soil above the root ball. If the rod doesn't penetrate easily, the soil is too dry. If it moves around and feels squishy, the soil is too wet.

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By Brandie Bohney Current in Carmel Westfield’s resident community theatre group, Main Street Productions, opened the third installment of a three-part series of plays last weekend. The show, “Wrinkled Reels,” is the follow-up from last year’s highly successful run of “Wrinkled Rebellion.” It’s the third in a series of shows written by Rob Schnitzius, a retired resident of Brownsburg.

Several of the characters from “Rebellion” are present for “Reels,” some of whom are being played by the same actors this year as last. The show once again takes place in the State Home for the Aged, but instead of an uprising, the elderly residents of the home have managed to get a movie producer to the home in order to shoot a film using a reclusive old movie star who resides there. The movie star expires before the producer and crew arrives, so a male orderly with dreams of becoming a star dresses in drag – very aged drag – in order to fool the director.

Bobbi Van Howe directed all three of the plays by Schnitzius.

“He writes a good funny script, and his scripts are always open to adding our own schtick,” she said. “These characters just come alive, and it’s so funny. I have had great casts for all three shows.”

Also returning to their roles from “Rebellion” are Tom Harnishfeger as Williard Dingle, Kathy Watson as the dippy Nurse Maudie, and Shawn

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Valentine (Tom Corbett) reconnects with old flame Miss Farthingame, who is actually Danny (Kevin Masters).

Evans as Nursing Home Director Mr. Peabody.

Tom Corbett, Barb Weaver, Joan Walker, and John Sampson also returned to this year’s production, but as different characters. Brian Cook has returned this year, too, but instead of just handling sets, he is now playing onstage, as well, in the role of the flamboyant producer Zoot.

“We basically want people to know that this show is not a drag,” he said. “Or is it?”

The play continues this weekend and next.

Shows are Fridays and Saturdays, May 7, 8, 14, and 15, at 7:30 p.m., and Sundays, May 9 and 16, at 2:30 p.m. Bring your mom or child on Mother’s Day, May 9, and get $2 off each admission.

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turning to brown on all sides. Remove the seared cubes to the plate with the bacon and continue searing until all the beef is browned. Set aside. Toss the carrots, onions, salt and pepper into the fat in the pan and cook over medium heat for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onions are lightly browned. Add the garlic and cook for one more minute. Put the meat and bacon back into the pot with any juices that have accumulated on the plate. Add the wine plus enough beef broth to almost cover the meat. Add the tomato past and thyme.

Bring to a boil, cover the pot with a tightfitting lid, and place it in the oven for about 1.25 hours, or until the meat and vegetables are very tender when pierced with a fork.

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By Ruthanne McCunn The “girl’s house” is meant to prepare young girls to become daughters-in-law by teaching them obedience and order. For Mei Ju, Shadow, and Rooster, however, it has a much different result. The three girls bond as Shadow teaches her friends to read in clandestine meetings each night – knowledge she has received from her older brother.

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The life, friendships and music of legendary country singer Patsy Cline are celebrated as Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents a new show to its stage this season. “Always … Patsy Cline” opens for the first time at Beef & Boards on May 6, continuing through June 6. For ticket information, call 872-9664.

Around the World in 80 Days

Mark Brown adapted Jules Verne’s classic for the stage, playing on the mainstage at the Indiana Repertory Theatre through May 16. Visit www.IRTlive.com for show times and details, and if you call the box office at 635-5252, ask about the offer for free parking.

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The following musical acts will be playing live at Mickey¹s Irish Pub, 13644 N. Meridian St., Carmel. For more information, call 573-9746: May 7 – KJ & The Jester Kings May 8 – The Late Show May 14 – The Good Seed May 15 – Twisted Gold

The following musical acts will be playing live at Mo’s Irish Pub, 13193 Levinson Lane in the Hamilton Town Center, Noblesville. For more information, call (317) 770-9020.

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Based on the popular films starring Reese Witherspoon, “Legally Blonde the Musical” brings the fictional story of Elle Woods, sorority girl turned attorney, from the silver screen to the stage. The show can be seen at Butler University’s Clowes Memorial Hall May 4 through 9 during various show times. For ticket and performance information, visit www.cloweshall.org.

A Flea in Her Ear

Come see the musical artistry of Seth Rye, organist and comedian, during an evening of food, music and fun, May 19, 6 p.m. at Harbour Trees Golf Club in Noblesville. The meal is $15 per person (including tax and gratuity) but the concert is free. Call 877-3612 today to make a reservation.

The Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis announced the World Premiere of “Pure Prine: The Music of John Prine.” This musical presentation will be on the Phoenix Mainstage for seven performances: May 7, 8, 9, 13, 14, 15 and 16. Tickets for all performances are $20.

Show times are Thursdays at 7:00 pm; Fridays at 8:00 p.m., Saturdays at 8:00 pm. and Sundays at 2:00 pm.

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By David Cain When was the last time you heard a live band? When did you watch the raw power of a live performance? What’s striking about a concert is the way the band makes you a part of the show; they bring you into the experience. You are drawn into the music and become a part of their story.

People connect with people. They connect with stories and experiences. Everyone looks for commonalities to build a relationship. When you hear a band play, they always start with a story. Often that story is the song itself. When they first take the stage with the smoke rising and the light from behind peaking through their hair, you hear the music. It starts to rumble and roar and then the story begins – the story in the song. You listen to the words and feel the emotion of the lyrics as the sound draws you in.

Great songs have lyrics that resonate, lyrics that tell a story that fit you. Great songwriters are storytellers. They are able to use that emotion to draw you in and make a connection.

We’ve all heard live performances and seen the band introductions through the performance. Have you ever noticed that they never start with the introductions? You never see the singer open the concert with, “Let’s meet the

band, on drums will be …” It never happens.

They always start with the story. It might be an opening bravado of, “I wrote this song when I lived two blocks from here …” or it could simply be an immediate move to the lyrics of the song. Either way, it begins with the story and the connection with the audience. Once they’ve made a connection, then they make the introductions.

Businesses can learn a lot from the band.

Instead of starting a meeting or a presentation with introductions, why not start with a story?

Story grabs the attention of the audience and gets them involved immediately. I’ve noticed with presentations the same is true. If I start with an “about us” slide, the audience dozes. If I start with a story retold like I work in drama, people move to the edge of the seat. Begin your conversations with connections through the overwhelming power of story, and you’ll see a shift in the attention of your audience. Take a lesson from the band, save your introductions for later.

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acoustic, rock & ballads Deep Breath, a Camden, S.C., band featuring (from left, above) Susan and Cam Mullikin and Mary Watson, makes its first CarmelFest appearance on July 5 at approximately 2 p.m. Drawing on strong lead vocals and harmonies, Deep Breath will provide a breath of fresh air to music lovers. The trio, which will be backed by John McDowell of The Wright Brothers on bass and David Barnes of Barometer Soup on drums, will play a wide variety of cover tunes, including, perhaps, some you haven’t heard in a while. Mark your calendars. Deep Breath will not disappoint.

As an active member of the Carmel Rotary Club, Lynda welcomes opportunities to serve the community. This year she is part of the publicity team focusing efforts on “getting the word out on CarmelFest”.

Drafting an ad campaign and promotion strategy allows Lynda to use her business and creative talents for an event she loves to attend. Lynda is the owner and director of “A Better Way Nanny Referral”. For over 15 years, her company has helped parents find qualified nannies to care for their children.

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you can help support the Carmelfest fireworks display by purchasing colorful Spark Buttons. Two types of buttons are available: the traditional Spark buttons for $3 each and the new, light-up Spark buttons for $6 each. in mid-May, Spark buttons will be sold thru merchants in the Carmel arts & design district and at the Saturday farmers’ Market. each Spark button purchase automatically enters you in a drawing for cash prizes!

throughout history, kingdoms and communities have held parades to showcase their champions and accomplishments. the greeks and the romans held parades to celebrate their triumphs and honor their citizens. as americans, we revel in showcasing our communities and honoring our heroes in a grand manor with marching bands and beating drums. And basically, we all love a good parade! You can tell that by the thousands of residents of Carmel and elsewhere that stake out viewing positions on the parade route the night before. the Carmelfest independence day parade is one of the best hometown displays of pride. it captures the essence of a vibrant and diverse american community. the parade will include lively color guards, marching bands, floats, clowns, gymnasts, local celebrities, veterans and more. parade director peggy powell and and bec hunter, her co-chair, promise that “this year’s parade will entertain and delight the community.”

we are once again thrilled to have as our parade title sponsor, StVincent heart Center of indiana. this year’s parade theme is “Celebrating American heroes” and we want to recognize and pay tribute to those who have sacrificed so much for us all. Our grand marshall will be Jason Fishburn, a police officer with the indianapolis Metropolitan police dept. on July 10, 2008, Fishburn suffered a near fatal gunshot wound to the head while leading a police chase to apprehend a homicide suspect.

His bravery and miraculous recovery have been an inspiration to the community for his heroic actions, Fishburn was awarded the purple heart and Medal of Honor by the IMPD. in addition, we will have color guards representing the revolutionary war, portrayed by The Sons of the american revolution. the members of this color guard are direct descendants of american revolutionary war soldiers. also the Civil war, represented by the Indiana 44th infantry, and a world war i color guard, the hoosier Doughboys, represent-

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peggy powell ing a 1917 U.S. Army Color guard, who were part of the 150th field artillery regiment, out of fort benjamin harrison and fought during WW I. These men will be dressed in period uniforms as they carry the colors of their day along the parade route. powell and her parade Committee are continuing to plan and put together this magnificent event. We will have more exciting announcements coming soon.

If your business or organization would like to have an entry in the parade, please visit our Web site, www.carmelfest.net.

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Carmelfest 2010 will take place on Sunday, July 4, from noon to 10:30 p.m. and on Monday, July 5, from noon to 10:30 pm at Carmel Civic Square.

Celebrate America’s Birthday at the CarmelFest Freedom Run/Walk on Saturday – July 3rd. This 4.5 mile scenic trek thru Carmel will start at 8:00 a.m. at Carmel High School. There will also be a “pee wee run” for ages 10 and under at 9:30 am.

Mark your calendars for the parade and fireworks on Monday, July 5. the St Vincent heart Center of indiana parade is set for 10:30 a.m. in the evening, the spectacular fireworks display will launch at 9:45 a.m. The fireworks are sponsored by Firestone and will be simulcast to music on b105.7.

Pre-registration is $20 before June 29th. (Race Day the fee will increase to $23.00.) All entrants will receive a patriotic colored T-shirt, bib number, goodie bag, post race refreshments.

The Pee Wee Fun Run is FREE and open to all children ages 10 and under.

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I cannot tell you how much pursuing your woman makes her feel beautiful, loved and secure. It starts from when she was a little girl – her natural inclination (She can’t help it; she is born with it, and it will be with her for her entire lifetime) is to first gain the continuous attention and affection of her father and later that of her significant other. Whether or not she gets this attention from her daddy can determine her feelings about herself and men for the rest of her life.

She will forever try to gain her love’s attention, and in many cases, her heart will not be happy or satisfied until, just like she needed from her father, she knows she is the apple of your eye and further, you are constantly pursuing her to show her your love. (This can also be the root of jealousy in many women – if she thinks another woman is the cat’s meow to you, it cuts to the core of her little girl heart that needed her daddy’s attention.)

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sary pursuit she is after. She needs this from you every single day. So what happens? Man pursues woman. Once he has “caught her” and married her, the chase is over. This is where some men stop pursuing, not knowing there are immediate and damaging consequences, causing her to feel abandoned and worried the relationship is in trouble. And to the man, he has just completed a task on his list. Pursue girl: check. Marry girl: check. On to further pursuing the career.

Some men complain about not receiving as much intimacy after marriage. Could it be that the lack of pursuit makes her feel less beautiful and ready to be open? Think about it! After the relationship has taken off, it is the time to pursue even harder. It’s not the time to stop, guys, it’s the time to go full throttle!

This may be hard to understand or make you think women are insecure. But try to compare it to your need to feel appreciated, trusted by and intimate with your woman. As much as you need this from her, she needs to be pursued by you!

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By Gary Hubbard When I first heard there was a way to have a Facebook page for the deceased, I thought it was crazy. As I started to better understand why, it started to make more sense to me, so I thought I would pass along the information to you.

One of the unintended benefits of having a Facebook page is that when one passes on, a very detailed and wonderful memorial to that person will remain.

Not only are there all the memories from the person who has passed, but all of the thoughts and comments from the friends of the deceased also remain for others to share. Facebook created a process that allows family members to notify the company that the user has passed away and to convert the profile into a “memorial” page.

According to Facebook, “Memorializing the account removes certain sensitive information and sets privacy so that only confirmed friends can see the profile or locate it in search. The wall remains so that friends and family can leave posts in remembrance.”

To notify Facebook of a deceased person’s profile, you can fill out the form located at

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Obviously, Facebook has to balance the need for loved ones to report a passing with pranksters who think it would be funny to report a living person as deceased.

If you find yourself in this situation, you will be asked to provide the full name used on the profile, the date of birth, the e-mail address used to set up the account (you may have to take an educated guess), Facebook networks that the

deceased may have belonged to, the actual Facebook URL (Web address) for the deceased’s profile, your relationship and any online proof of the passing (such as an obituary or news story).

When a profile is memorialized, certain things are removed by Facebook at its discretion, and the profile is locked down from any future “friends” to connect. While this policy is intended to respect the privacy of the deceased, it sets up a problem for those who did not connect prior to the profile being converted.

Facebook isn’t the only social network that can become a memorial to a loved one, so some interesting new services have appeared on the landscape.

One in particular, Backupify (http://backupify.com), is an online backup service for social media and other Internet-based personal data that was supposedly created as a result of the death of someone close to one of the founders.

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By Dick Wolfsie I have only dim memories of my college years, but I do recall that I faithfully sent the required letter home to my parents each week.

Phone calls were pricey, and the epistle seemed a more sincere way to communicate. (This is the first time I have ever used the word epistle. And the last.)

I remember dashing off lines like, “Hi Mom, haven’t eaten in a month, send money …” or “Dear Mom and Dad. Just hypothetically, any thoughts about being grandparents? ” “Hey Pop, Just got my grades. Don’t worry about that expensive cap and gown rental.”

Adding “just kidding” after each of my remarks was unnecessary. It was clear to my parents that I was just honing my jesting skills. My father was always asking me, “Are you some kind of comedian?” The answer was yes.

Lately, there has been a crisis in confidence when it comes to e-mailing and texting. The reason is simple: We type messages at lightningspeed, sometimes to people we don’t know well. So we want to be 100 percent sure we are not misunderstood. Which is why we clarify our intent at the end of a sentence with little figures called emoticons.

The importance of these symbols was made

clear by an e-mail I received last week. “Dick, at the start of your column, my newspaper introduces you as humorist Dick Wolfsie. That always makes me laugh.

Couldn’t the author have had the courtesy to throw in a smiley face to assist me in interpreting this message? Did he think I was funny – or not? I e-mailed the letter to three people to elicit their opinions and got these responses.

Heidi (my editor): Either he thinks you are really funny, or he thinks you’re an insufferable bore. Just sayin’. ‘-) Bob (my friend): Dick, he obviously thinks it’s hysterical anyone would use the same word to describe you as they would Mark Twain :-(.

Mary Ellen (my wife): I don’t think he considers you funny. I understand what he’s saying.

-:) I e-mailed the writer, and asked if he would give me his phone number so we could discuss this further. “Tom, this is Dick Wolfsie. I got your e-mail and I’m a little perplexed by what you said.”

“Did it come encrypted?”

“No, but I am not sure what your point is. You forgot to use those punctuation doodads.

They help the reader understand the real meaning of your comments.”

“Dick, I do think you are funny.”

“Terrific! Thanks.”

“Not so fast, Dick. I don’t like funny people.

They annoy me.”

“Tom, I think you mean: “Funny people annoy me. Parenthesis, dash, colon?”

“What does that mean: Parenthesis, dash, colon?”

“It’s a verbal emoticon. Just like the smiley face people use in e-mails. That would tell me I don’t really annoy you. You’re just having some fun with me. Right?

“Okay, let’s try this, Dick. I read your column each week. Pound sign, infinity sign, dot, dot, dot.

“What does that mean: pound sign, infinity sign, dot, dot, dot?”

“It means that your article often feels like it’s never going to end. Does that help you catch my drift?

This conversation was not going as I planned.

So all I could say to Tom before I hung up was @#%^&*$. And I’m feeling really good about that :).

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In my head, I am a professional lounge singer Beguine,” “I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” “I COMMENTARY Get A Kick Out Of You” and dozens of others.

By Mike Redmond He was – and remains – in the highest echelon Ladies and gentlemen, allow me to introduce of American songwriters. you to Rico the lounge singer. People, Rico.

I’ve always been proud that I was born in Rico, people.

Peru, too, although for some reason his name is Rico exists only in the depths of my ridiculous the one on the signs going into town and mine imagination. It’s the name I have given to this isn’t. I’m sure it’s just an oversight. little voice inside my head that mocks me – perAnyway, the room is decorated to involve a sistently and hilariously – when I am at my seccocktail lounge like you’ve seen in old movies ond-favorite job at the Indiana History Center. (minus the cocktails, of course, and the drunks).

I am a historical crooner.

There’s an elegant bar, a few tables. Photos from That’s what my boss tells me, anyway. I am Porter’s life decorate the walls. Some personal efmore inclined to say hysterical crooner, in both fects – his Tony award, a leather notebook, a silk in the hilarious and the nervous-out-of-hishandkerchief and the painting that hung over gourd senses of the word. his bed – are displayed.

Along with five other Indiana Historical And then you meet the piano – a gorgeous Society employees, all of whom have genuine grand with a computer inside, programmed to talent, I spend a few days each month in the Center’s Cole Porter room, as swanky a nightclub play Porter songs and to accompany singers of same. as you are likely to find in the 317 Area Code.

This is where my talented young co-workers I do not recall this being on the Kuder Career come in. They’re all terrific singers, with big, Preference Test I took in the eighth grade. expressive voices, sure of pitch and supple of The Cole Porter Room is the society’s lasttone. I have no doubt they could all go on to ing tribute to the great songwriter Cole Porter, successful careers in music if they wanted. who went from a boyhood in Peru, in Miami County, to international fame on the strength presentsAnd then there’s me.

The days when I intentionally sang in front of such classics as “Night And Day,” “Begin The

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of strangers are long ago, long before the effects of Camel cigarettes and J&B Scotch began to produce a vocal quality I call “wind through the outhouse.” Imagine Rochester from the Jack Benny Show singing “I Concentrate On You.” Rico, of course, is out of his imaginary mind with disgust: “You call that singing? That’s not singing. That’s a cry for help.

“Smooth it out, buddy-boy. Play it cool. Keep the microphone close and whisper. Swing it a little. If you can’t sing, at least act like you can.

You might fool someone.”

It’s a lot to put up with when you’re trying to remember the words to “In The Still Of The Night.”

But there’s an upside. I get to wear a tuxedo.

I get to meet lots of nice people. I even got to dance with a pretty woman once. And I get to listen to great music all day long.

You should come visit sometime.

Rico says do it the others are singing.

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By John Mikesell Every dog owner should know the symptoms of this fast-killing disorder.

Bloat is an acute medical condition characterized by a rapid accumulation of gas in the stomach. The more technical name is gastric dilatation, and volvulus (GVD) is a top killer of dogs, especially of deep-chested giant and large breeds, such as great Danes and standard poodles.

Gas accumulation alone is known as bloat, or dilation. The accumulation of gas sometimes causes the stomach to rotate or twist on its axis; this is referred to as torsion or volvulus.

Bloat can occur on its own or as a precursor to torsion.

Both conditions can be life threatening, although it often takes longer for a straightforward gastric dilation without volvulus to become critical. “Bloats without torsion can last for minutes to hours, even days in low-level chronic situations, without it becoming life threatening. But with torsion, the dog can progress to shock rapidly, even within minutes.

While some less acute cases of bloat may resolve themselves, it often takes an experienced veterinarian to know just how serious the problem may be and whether surgical intervention is required to save the dog’s life.

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By Larry Greene INITIAL SITUATION: This home in the Windemere development on the west side of Carmel included the builder’s original kitchen with pickled wood cabinets and outdated white appliances.

While the total footprint of the kitchen was large enough, the homeowner wanted a new and better island configuration and also wanted to bring everything up to date.

DESIGN PHASE: The design phase focused on the new island redesign and the selection of the new cabinetry and other materials. Custom cabinets were chosen because of the quality of the finishes and the durability of the box construction. The new island was inverted so that an awkward open space was better used. The designer also redesigned the adjoining spaces including the hearth room and the breakfast nook.

PROJECT SCHEDULE: The design phase for the kitchen remodel included the creation of several new floor plans. These were presented to the client in 3D views on to a large 65” monitor to help the homeowner visualize the new design schemes. The design phase lasted four weeks,

BEFORE round in the adjacent hearth room was also remodeled with new raised wainscoting panels to match the new island cabinetry. The tile flooring was replaced with new prefinished oak hardwood flooring with a distressed and hand-scraped finish. The new lighting included new under cabinet lighting and new pendant light fixtures above the island. Finally, a new subway tiled stone backsplash was added, and the walls were repainted in a nice neutral color.

AFTER while the construction phase spread out over approximately six weeks.

FINAL PRODUCT: The perimeter cabinets were upgraded to full overlay custom cabinets in a designer white color with a brown highlight.

All drawers have dovetail construction with Blumotion soft-close drawer glides. The new perimeter cabinets were redesigned to extend all the way to the ceiling. The island cabinets are also full overlay custom cabinets in premium alder with a chestnut colored stain with a black highlight. The island countertops are Delicatus granite with a raised bar top area with a standard eased edge. In addition, the fireplace sur-

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27. Lubricant at Jiffy Lube 29. Part of DOT (Abbr.)

30. Mike Norris Law Offices document 31. "Platoon" setting 32. IU fraternity letter 35. Scream at Conseco Fieldhouse 36. Mangle 38. Nosy buttinsky 40. Indiana State Fair barn female 41. "That's ___ folks!"

42. Noblesville post office scale unit 43. Ship's jail 45. Boob tubes (2 wds.)

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57. State park that includes the Abe Martin Lodge (2 wds.)

61. "To ___ is human ..."

62. Former Gov. Robert Orr's Ivy League alma mater 63. Type of drum in the Carmel Symphony Orchestra 64. Some Butler fraternity men 65. Main Street Barber Shop goo 66. Staggers Down 1. Ivy ___ 2. Foot Finesse massage target 3. Tony's ___ and Grill 4. Ornamental fish 5. Japanese currency 6. Unwilling 7. Kittle's furniture wood 8. Pythagorean, e.g., in a Carmel HS math class 9. Gives off 10. Circle City ISUZU model 11. Bedeck 13. E&E Garage ___ 15. Take over 18. ___ Show with David Letterman 23. PetSmart dog obedience school command 24. Touch 25. Blockhead

26. Former IU president, ___ Herbert 27. Got bigger 28. Anger, with "up" 30. "See ya!"

31. Zilch 32. Mickey's Irish Pub serving 33. Parts of a min.

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36. Meridian Street, e.g. (2 wds.)

37. Pond organism 38. Sit at CW Photography 39. Regrets 43. Westfield HS class, for short 44. Jogged past (2 wds.)

45. Zig or zag 46. Sweater style at Orvis

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47. IRT production of "Ghosts" playwright 48. Kind of jacket at a Broad Ripple secondhand store 49. Salon01 hair colorers 50. Wooden pin 53. Hoosier Park Casino pot starter 54. "___ never work!"

55. Shapiro's Deli breads 58. Archie and Eli Manning's alma mater, ___ Miss 59. "Star-Spangled Banner" preposition 60. Eiteljorg Museum tribe

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