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O’ Christmas tree – Wondering where to dispose of your old Christmas tree? Fishers residents can recycle their old Christmas tree through Feb. 1 at these locations around the city: • Brooks School Park (11780 Brooks School Road) • Cumberland Park (10580 Cumberland Road) • Roy G. Holland Memorial Park (1 Park Drive) Trees are mulched and then used for the town trail system and in parks

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Chris Jordan, general manager of the Title Boxing Club in Fishers demonstrates boxing techniques. (Photo by Beth Taylor)

Punching out a fitness routine

By Beth Taylor • beth@youarecurrent.com Lead by personal trainers, Title Boxing Club provides high-intensity interval training boxing and kickboxing workouts. Classes are geared health toward all fitness levels.

Ellie Nikolova, 72, enjoys the results.

“I’ve lost 25 pounds, and I have more energy than when I was 20 years old. I have more energy to keep up with my six-year-old granddaughter.” said Nikolva.

She has been coming to Title Boxing Club for six months.

“For our boxing workout, personal trainers teach boxing techniques that strengthen your whole body, increase endurance and build lean muscle,” said Chris Jordan, general manager of Title Boxing Club in Fishers.

After a 15-minute warm up, instructors focus on 30 minutes of bag work techniques. “You get three minute rounds of cardio and boxing combinations, followed by one minute of active rest,” said Jordan.

The boxing workout concludes with a 15-minute toning session.

Jordan, also a personal trainer, said boxing workouts are a great weight loss tool,” You burn a ton of calories because the boxing workout keeps your heart rate elevated. You definitely get a cardio high afterward, too,” said Jordan.

For Jordan, the instructors set Title Boxing Club apart from other fitness clubs. “If you don’t have

the right instructor guiding the class, you’ll get a different result. Here, you get the guidance, and the instructors will keep you motivated,” he said. “We specialize in what we do.”

For Carmel resident, Corey Keele, Title Boxing classes have replaced other fitness classes. “These classes offer a more intense workout, and you burn a lot more calories. It’s become my first choice for fitness,” she said.

Title Boxing Club provides locker and shower amenities to help customers fit workout into their daily routines. “We have what you need to help you fit in a workout and make it part of your lifestyle.”

According to Jordan, classes at Title Boxing club are geared toward every fitness level. “Everyone gets their own heavy bag and can make it their own workout,” he said.

Title Boxing Club plans to expand more locations in the Indianapolis area.

Title Boxing Club in Fishers is located at 11647 Fishers Station Dr.

Boxing workout basics • High-intensity interval training • Burns fat and creates lean muscle • Lowers blood pressure • Bring handwraps, boxing gloves, water bottle and a towel

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Estate planning workshops – Frank & Kraft, Attorneys At Law, will be hosting free estate planning seminars from Jan. 13 through Jan. 17. Attend one of six different seminar locations to discover how you can avoid mistakes in these key areas: probate costs and delays, nursing home costs and divorce protection planning. Attendees receive a free two-hour, private consultation (a $525 value). Seating is limited. Call our 24-hour reservation line at 1-800-684-6565 or visit www.frankkraft.com to reserve your seat.

Women’s health event – Riverview Health will host a women’s health and wellness event from 8 a.m. to noon Jan. 24 at Riverview Health Women’s Pavilion, Entrance 11, 395 Westfield Rd. Enjoy a morning filled with health information, screenings and assessments designed to educate and inspire women. Topics will include Are Periods Running Your Life, Midlife Transitions and Hormones, and The Secrets to Healthy Aging. Participants will have a chance to win a free two-month membership to Riverview Health Rehab & Fitness. For more information, visit www.riverview.org or call 776-7999.

Blood drive at St. Louis de Montfort Catholic Church -- On Jan. 11, the Fishers Knights of Columbus will host a Community Outreach Drive that will include a “Bleed Blue” Blood Drive from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The first 55 to register for the blood drive will receive a TY Hilton Colts football.

Go to (www.donorpoint.org/donor/schedules/ drive_schedule/86768 to register.

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“Boyhood” is running away with awards for best film of the year from various regional film critic groups but columnist Chris Lloyd is not quite as high on it as others. It’s a wonderful cinematic effort, a beacon of originality and brash, ambitious filmmaking – he’s just not sure it’s a great film. To read more, visit currentnightandday.com

Columnist Mike Redmond’s first New Year’s resolution is to be not to spend so much on Christmas next time. This is a good resolution for one reason – it’s sensible.

But it’s also a bad resolution for another reason, namely the fact that it will be forgotten by the time the next holiday season rolls around. To read more, visit currentinfishers.com

Jill Zaniker, owner of Simply Sweet Shoppe in Carmel, has announced the store is closing. Zaniker said the business decision came down to profitability; her last day of operating out of her storefront at 30 N. Range Line Rd. will be March 1, at which point Tina’s Traditional Old English Kitchen and Tea Room will occupy the entire Simply Sweet Shoppe space.

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Fifteen 2014 high school graduates from Central Indiana, including five from Hamilton County high schools, were honored Dec. 22 for receiving $1,000 college scholarships from the ExtraordinAIRy Treasures Scholarship program.

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Pantries need donations year-round Commentary by State Sen. Jim Merritt The holiday season is here, and so is the giving spirit. Donations to food pantries drastically increase during this time Government of year. Thanks to the kindness of others, thousands of financially burdened families are able to enjoy Christmas dinners.

Unfortunately, once the holidays are over, donations and volunteers decrease significantly.

Yet, the hunger remains.

One in six Hoosiers are food insecure, meaning they are uncertain of the availability of nutritionally adequate food or the ability to acquire acceptable food.

Fortunately, our community has dozens of food banks open all year long. In addition to warm meals, there is a wide variety of assistance programs, social services, referrals and other help provided by local pantries.

Some facilities will even help families apply for government aid like food stamps or homeless prevention resources.

Pantries are currently seeking donations of turkeys, hams, chickens, vegetables, fruits, stuffing, cranberry sauce and pie fillings—along with warm, winter clothing!

I volunteer at the Lord’s Pantry at Anna’s House. It is located at 303 N. Elder St. in Indianapolis. Meals, case management, clothing and free food are all provided at Anna’s House.

I encourage those who are able to donate to families in need to volunteer and donate, not just this holiday season, but whenever possible. The painful truth is that hunger doesn’t take a holiday. It’s our most basic need. People need to eat, and Hoosier families need our help.

My office is also available as an additional resource. You can always contact me by phone at 234-9400 or by email at Senator.Merritt@iga. in.gov with feedback or questions.

Sen. Jim Merritt represents Fishers in the Indiana State Senate where he has served for 24 years. You may contact him by phone at 232-9400 or by email at Senator.

Merritt@iga.in.gov.

dispatch 4-H enrollment deadline nearing – Jan. 15 is the last day for Hamilton County youth in grades 3 through 12 to enroll online in the 4-H program for 2015. 4-H is an informal educational program in which youth “Learn by Doing.” Youth can learn life skills such as cooperation, leadership, decision-making, responsibility and more through hands-on projects in more than 60 different subject areas. For more information, visit www.extension.purdue.edu/hamilton or the Purdue Extension Hamilton County office on the 4-H Fairgrounds at 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville, or call 776-0854.

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Commuter tax approval unlikely Commentary by Larry Lannan As the Indiana General Assembly begins the 2015 session, there is one proposal that Fishers residents should watch plain talk closely. It’s called the commuter tax.

It’s estimated that about 150,000 people work in the City of Indianapolis but commute home to the surrounding counties. A large number of those commuters reside in Fishers.

What is a commuter tax and how would it work? The basic idea is to tax those commuting to work into Marion County and going home to places like Fishers at the end of the workday.

The proposal would levy an income tax on those commuters to fund Indianapolis government.

The commuter tax is getting plenty of attention because the Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce is putting the plan into its list of legislative priorities this year. The Indy Chamber argues it is a matter of fairness.

Reporter Sylvia Bao of Indiana Public Media quoted Indianapolis Chamber CEO and President Michael Huber on why this is a priority. “A nonresident income tax, while it is not a perfect solution, would at least provide some relief to Indianapolis so it could provide more of the public safety and transportation, infrastructure resources necessary to deal with that influx of workers,” Huber said.

Should commuters in Fishers be worried

about the state imposing a commuter tax on their incomes? I don’t think it’s likely, for a couple of reasons.

First, Fishers residents would be required to pay a tax to a political entity where they have no vote. People in Fishers cannot vote in Marion County elections. The fairness issue can be applied here.

Secondly, the Republican Party has a solid grip on the Indiana General Assembly with supermajorities in the House and Senate. Republicans have made taxes a centerpiece of their political strategy. Don’t look for those in charge of the legislative process to allow a tax increase to pass without a very compelling reason.

Also, Governor Mike Pence has made tax-cutting a major issue. He will likely not look favorably on any proposal to hike taxes in Indiana.

There is no question Indianapolis faces serious infrastructure problems and requires more resources to boost spending on public safety.

The question is this – where should Indianapolis get the money?

State lawmakers must grapple with how Indianapolis cleans up its finances.

Larry Lannan is an active news blogger in Fishers. For his views and coverage, visit larryinfishers. com.

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obituaries Margaret Gertrude Farnam, 91, of Fishers, died Dec. 26 at Community Hospital North in Indianapolis. She was born on July 6, 1923 to William and Laverne (Gresham) Mason in Bay Springs, Mississippi.

Margaret worked Farnam in data processing for National Linen. Margaret loved her dog, Greta, and was known for her love of gardening and plants. She helped care for the plants at The Hearth, and was implemental in bringing a greenhouse to Bartholomew County Hospital in Columbus, Indiana. Margaret managed the green house for several years. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, and greatgrandmother. She is survived by her daughter, Elizabeth (Carl) Zapfe; son, Tom (Judy) Farnam; grandchildren, Shelley (Tom) Chance, Tim (Jessica) Wilkinson and Ethan Farnam; and three great-grandchildren, Sean, Dylan and Grant. In addition to her parents, Margaret was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, John K. Farnam; daughter, Nancy Wilkinson; and brothers, William Mason and Thomas Mason.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Jan. 10 at The Hearth at Windermere. Memorial contributions may be made to Humane Society for Hamilton County, 1721 Pleasant Street, Suite B, Noblesville. Condolences: www.randallroberts.com.

James Edward Easton, 80, of Fishers, died in Indianapolis on Dec. 23, 2014. Jim was born on June 7, 1934, at Elk Point, S.D. to Edward Samuel and Irene (Pierce) Easton. He is survived by his wife Gladys and their four daughters: Susan (husband, Art) Conklin of Houston, TX; Carol Loehr of St. Louis, MO; Janet (husband, Greg) Jeziorski of Denver, Colo.; and Sharon Schreiner (husband, Kurt) of Indianapolis, Ind. Also surviving are seven grandchildren: Michael MacKenzie, Timothy Sykes, Amy & Matthew Loehr, Andrew Jeziorski, and Keith & Steven Schreiner; and ten great-grandchildren. Viewing for Jim will be from noon to 2 p.m. on Dec. 27 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 777 Sunblest Blvd., Fishers. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. at the church, followed shortly thereafter by interment at Highland Cemetery in Fishers, at 115th street and Hoosier Road.

In lieu of flowers, donations in James› honor may be made to Meals on Wheels of Hamilton County, 395 Westfield Rd., Noblesville. Funeral arrangements for James are being managed

by Randall and Roberts Funeral Home. Condolences: www. randallroberts.com.

Brian Charles Rideout, 54, of Fishers, died on Thursday, Dec. 25.

He was born on March 29, 1960 to Floyd and Mary Ann (Morris) Rideout in Royal Oak, Mich. Brian worked as a computer systems analyst at Sallie Mae in Fishers. He was an adventurous man who loved to ride motorcycles and was always quick to crack a funny joke. He is survived by his wife of 31 years, Peg, and their three children, Valerie (Jason) Utley, Chuck (Rachel) Rideout, and Leslie Rideout; his father, Floyd Rideout; as well as his brother, Stephen (Julie) Rideout; step-mother, Martha Rideout; motherin-law, Sue Visser; and one grandchild on the way. In addition to his mother, Mary Ann, Brian was preceded in death by his father-in-law, Robert Allen Visser. Services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Dec. 31, at Trinity Wesleyan Church, 9709 Allisonville Rd., Indianapolis, with Pastor Mike Colaw officiating. Visitation will be Dec. 30 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, 12010 Allisonville Rd., Fishers. Burial will be at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Indianapolis. Memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Wesleyan Church, 9709 Allisonville Rd., Indianapolis; or Esophageal Cancer Action Network, P.O. Box 243, Stevenson, MD 21153. Condolences: www.randallroberts.com.

Ties that bind Commentary by Heather Kestian Every now and again, in a fit of being upset, our dear little person may say that he wishes he was living with someone else. plain talk It is usually a friend who he thinks has fewer rules, does not have to brush his teeth or does not have to put his toys away. If only he could live with that friend, life would be better. Yes, dear. You still need to clean up and you might want to do that task fairly soon.

Recently, we had an “a-ha” moment with this dear one. He had asked to stay with his grandparents once again over winter break. Sure thing, dear! Life with only one child is, well, a little bit less hectic. And he gets to be the center of attention for a week. It is a win-win for everyone.

Until, of course, he is watching Tarzan and gets to the point in the movie where Tarzan does not get to go home. And the uncontrollable sobbing begins because he missed his family. No amount of talking to us was going to help him see we would come back later in the week.

Of course we went and picked him up and

the relief upon him seeing us was clear. He was home again. He could articulate why he wanted to be home and immediately saw the value in this lesson. We are his people and he is our people.

There is safety in knowing where you belong and getting to be there. And while he was with his family where he was, he missed his parents and his brother more than he thought was possible. I hope he remembers this moment before he says something unkind or in retaliation for having to do chores at some point in the future.

This memory may fade in his brain, but I will bring it up every chance I get. It will likely sound like: “remember that time you actually missed us and you were so sad that we were not with you that you had us come pick you up early? I sure do enjoy reliving that memory! Can you put your clothes away now?”

Heather Kestian is a Fishers resident and mother. She holds a bachelor’s degree in journalism, as well as a master’s degree in education. Her family moved to Fishers in 2010.

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Goldfish Swim School is set to open in Fishers on Jan. 12. Located at 11581 Geist Pavilion Dr., Suite 114, this kid-centered swim opening destination offers a wide variety of year-round swim lessons, a recreational swim team and fun family swim opportunities.

According to Andrew Joseph, General Manager of the Fishers location, Goldfish Swim School chose Fishers in part because it is a familyoriented community where a swim culture is already established.

Joseph went on to describe how Goldfish Swim School is unique. “What sets us apart is our facilities; they are awesome. Our pools are large and we keep the water at 90 degrees and that allows for ‘shiver free’ lessons. The deck is at 92 degrees and we have state-of-the-art water purifications systems plus we are wellventilated so it doesn’t smell like chlorine inside,” said Joseph.

Goldfish Swim School concentrates on swim lessons for kids ages 4 months to 12 years. “Our main focus is water safety and we also foster a love of swimming,” Joseph explained. All employees at Goldfish Swim School are lifeguards and deck supervisors are on-hand during all lessons.

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day,” Joseph stated. Lessons never include more than four kids and extra lessons plus smaller class sizes are available for an additional cost.

Goldfish Swim School’s Recreational Swim Team is a great way for kids to learn what it’s like to be on a competitive team. The team is open to any child who has advanced through the swim school levels and who can perform the basic strokes. “They practice once a week for an hour and it’s conducted as a swim lesson but

is also like a swim team practice. There is one intra-squad meet per quarter,” said Joseph.

Family Swim on Friday nights from 6:30 – 8 p.m. is a great way to experience the swim school and the cost is $5 per person with a $15 family maximum. “Everything is catered to kids at our facility,” reiterated Joseph. Find out more at http://goldfishswimschool.com/ swimming-lessons/location/fishers.

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Residents launch AutoMatcher

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Scott Hockett has been researching the national surveys on the car buying experience.

“Sixty-eight percent of new now open car buyers agree that they believe their time is poorly used and negotiation is the worst aspect of buying a new car,” Hockett said.

AutoMatcher, a new company that opened its national headquarters at 600 E. Carmel Dr., earlier this month, seeks to help in that regard.

“We do all the negotiating for them,” said Hockett, AutoMatcher chief business development officer. “We report the purchase price offered to the buyer. If the buyer is not happy with the offer. We work a different dealer. It’s that simple. We work for the customer.”

Hockett said AutoMatcher deals only with new cars and certified pre-owned cars.

The co-founders are Westfield residents Robert F. Greer (chief information officer) and Michael Beer (chief executive officer).

“The astounding responses we’ve received early on from both consumers and dealerships have been extremely powerful,” Beer stated. “This is a brand new and innovative way to buy a car, and we’re excited to have the support of the local communities to clarify our growth in the marketplace. AutoMatcher is a simple yet effective way to reduce personal time spent at the dealership and online shopping.”

Hockett said the company benefits dealerships as well as customers.

“From the dealership, we’re bringing them a customer that they didn’t have to spend any money to find that customer with marketing dollars,” Hockett said. “We’re spending our money

to find these customers and they’re finding us very quickly. There is not a company in the United States that is serving on a macro level, providing a complete car buying service.”

“TrueCar is a great company that gained momentum through their vehicle pricing tool,” Hockett said “AutoMatcher’s founders observed TrueCar’s model and realized that serving the customer was not really part of the TrueCar equation so AutoMatcher set out to build a company that provides the optimum vehicle negotiation services on behalf of their customers, meeting or beating TrueCar prices while actually locating the exact vehicle our customers desire to purchase.”

Hockett said if the customer is not happy with the offer they work a different deal.

“AutoMatcher does the work, provides a great offer to their customers,” Hockett said. “AutoMatcher can get their customer in and out of the winning dealership’s business office in less than an hour or even deliver their customer’s vehicle to their home or desired destination. It’s truly a concierge level service.”

Hockett said his family has years of experience in the automobile business, from auto auctions to car dealerships and everything in between.

“Michael and Robert have been in IT for 30 years,” Hockett said. “They’re top-shelf engineers.”

Hockett said a proof of concept test for the company was over the summer which was wildly successful “Now we’re developing the process as we begin our growth,” Hockett said. “We plan to grow to 5,000 cars per month.”

Hockett said the company charges a fee of $249 per customer. For more information, visit automatcherusa.com or call 1-888-243-4505.

White’s convictions cut in half The Court of Appeals of Indiana has overturned three of six convictions for former Indiana Secretary of State Charlie White. The court upheld White’s other convictions on perjury, voting in an incorrect precinct and theft while two voter fraud charges and one perjury charge were vacated. Prosecutors told the Hamilton County jury that White listed his ex-wife’s address instead of a condo he had with his thenfiancée on his voter registration form because he didn’t want to give up his Fishers Town Council salary after moving out of that district. White said he stayed at his ex-wife’s house when he wasn’t on the road campaigning and did not live in the White condo until after he remarried. The decision doesn’t change White’s sentence, which included one year of home detention, 30 hours of community service and a $1,000 fine. The court also cleared Carl Brizzi, White’s trial counsel, whom White claimed was ineffective.

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Kennedy Fisher and Indy Diamonds softball teammates participate in event to help hospitalized children

By Beth Taylor • beth@youarecurrent.com On Dec. 29, members of the four-team Indy Diamonds softball program gathered at Thorpe Creek Elementary school to participate in a Project Sunshine Kids for Kids cover story service project. The girls helped to assemble over 600 craft kits that will be sent to children at Riley Hospital for Children in Indianapolis as well as to other hospitalized children throughout the United States.

Project Sunshine is a nonprofit organization that provides free educational, recreational and social programs to children facing medical challenges. Kids for Kids, Project Sunshine’s youth service program, gives children the opportunity to volunteer and give back in a meaningful way. Children participate in Sending Sunshine projects, such as assembling craft kits. The craft kits enhance creativity and encourage patients to use their imaginations.

When teammate, Kennedy Fisher, a sixth-grade student at Fall Creek Intermediate School, explained the idea to Clint Cushman, president of the Indy Diamonds, he agreed that the project would be perfect for the team. “When I started Indy Diamonds last year, I knew that I wanted to teach softball skills, but also look for ways that as a team we can give back. I wanted to teach more than softball,” said Cushman. “This project seemed perfect.” Cushman is also a physical education teacher at Thorpe Creek Elementary School.

Fisher explained to Cushman why she wanted the team to help with the project. “I wanted to do this project because not every day is a good day for kids in the hospital. These crafts will give them something to do so that they aren’t bored,” said Fisher. “We’ll help to put smiles on children’s faces.”

Clint Cushman, president of Indy Diamonds, and his daughter, Annie.

Kennedy Fisher, (center) her parents Tami Crawford (left) and Gavin Fisher. (Photos by Beth Taylor)

Tami Crawford, Fisher’s mom, believes that encouraging children to give back at an early age is important. “Kennedy and I were looking for something that she could do to give back. For this age group, it’s really hard to find ways they can contribute. We found Project Sunshine’s Kids for Kids program,” said Crawford. “Kids can’t go into hospitals to volunteer, so creating these craft kits is a good way to help.”

Fisher received $2000 in donations, enough to complete 675 craft kits. Each craft kit contains everything that a child needs to make a specific craft.

“Kennedy has done some other things, like help at the Wheeler Mission, but this is the first big project,” said Crawford.

Fisher also received a 2014 Student All Star Grant from the

Indianapolis Colts and Grange Insurance. The $500 grant will be used for Fisher’s next Project Sunshine service project. She will receive the award by Jan. 31. “We’ll do a Round 2 in February,” said Crawford.

Fisher plans to organize enough volunteers to create 100 Surgi dolls. The cloth dolls are used to help kids understand where treatments or operations are happening on their bodies. Volunteers sew the dolls together, leaving the patients to personalize the dolls and keep them as companions during their hospital stay. “The money from the Colts organization will go to make the Surgi dolls,” said Crawford.

Cushman was thrilled to see the turnout during the holiday break from school. “Volunteering together is great for team building,” said Cushman. His plans for the program include volunteer projects every other month.

“It’s so nice to do things as a team to build synergy. The energy around the service project has been amazing,” said Crawford.

Fisher thanked her teammates for helping. She plans to continue her volunteer efforts. “Volunteering makes me feel good. I’m going to try to do something every year,” said Fisher.

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FR O M T H E BACKSHOP

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

Calendar turns and hopes soar New Year’s greetings, folks! We hope your holidays were fulfilling in multiple ways. As last week’s Current detailed a snapshot look ahead to this year, we’re compelled to offer you one of our own, and it’s a bit different. So without further delay, our top hopes for 2015: Transparency in local government – Never should the citizenry have to wonder if what is being discussed or presented is the whole truth and nothing but the truth. The money our elected officials appropriate actually is your money, and the story behind its allocation is as important as the target of is expenditure.

Fairness on the campaign trail – The primary election is five months away. There are several races that will be hotly contested.

Some mainstays are going to be challenged by newcomers. Just how everyone comports himself and herself will go a long way toward earning the voters’ respect and, perhaps, votes. We’ve seen things turn ugly in our area, and it doesn’t have to be that way.

Commitment to the arts – This is not what we’re asking of government; it’s what we are asking of you. There are multitudes of what we call “art outings” in our midst that feature incredible talents in visual, performing, literary and other forms of art. Our independent market research tells us the arts are vitally important to our readership, but sometimes attendance at art-related opportunities is lacking. Make it a point to participate on one or more levels.

Having each other’s backs – From I-65 to the west, U.S. 31 in the center and Ind. 37/I-69 to the east, sadly we have thoroughfares that the bad guys recognize as easy getaway routes. If you see suspicious vehicles, persons or criminal activities in our area, let the police know forthwith. We’re all fortunate to live in well-protected communities, but none is impervious. “Deputize” yourself and make a difference.

And now a belated toast to you for a safe, healthful and fulfilling year ahead: Salut!

Brian Kelly, publisher, and Steve Greenberg, general manager, are co-owners of Current Publishing, LLC. Write them at info@ youarecurrent.com.

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Be careful amongst traffic

Commentary by Terry Anker

In a time when most of us keep the Internet, via our trusty smartphones, in our pockets, we have immediate access to the world’s accumulated “wisdom” anytime and anywhere. And with each new day, our inboxes burgeon with unsolicited instruction from strangers purporting to be close acquaintances – financial advice, relationship advice, market advice, spiritual advice, dining advice, shopping advice – we are all fully advised.

For some, a few words, slogan or bumper sticker is all that’s required to help them course correct. Others have bookshelves filled with selfhelp tomes. They cannot get enough insight in their quest to stay on the straight and narrow.

For me, it falls somewhere in between. The truisms stuck to the car in front of me in traffic (we are most often reminded to COEXIST) are often polite enough; but they fail to adequately inspire.

Yet chasing wisdom from the latest faddish book only has me seeking my cheese or looking for

the right seat on the bus. Give me a casual lunch with a good friend. Wisdom best comes from exchange with smart people who care enough to engage in our lives – directly!

Still, we all seem to be seeking direction. How can we lose weight? How can we live a better life? How can we find our way? Could it be that the answers elude us because they are too complicated? Or, could it be simply that we are unwilling (or unable) to take action? A recently-married young associate asked for advice on a happy home. Decide what matters. Really, do we care about guest towels, decorative soaps or rules about feet on the sofa? If we limited our contention to the few things that are required for our happiness, couldn’t we live a good deal easier?

Should we be careful to avoid being care full?

Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at terry@currentincarmel. com.

Q U O T E O F T H E W E E K We are masters of the unsaid words, but slaves of those we let slip out.

– Winston Churchil

It’s that time again, folks, to set ourselves up for failure and criticism and perhaps even an infinity scarf of guilt should we fail in our lofty endeavors. I’m speaking of course of making New Year’s resolutions.

Don’t get me wrong. I think the idea of taking a moment for reflection to see where changes and/or improvements can be made in our lives is wonderful. You can start over, recreate yourself and set goals to encourage a better you. The problem I have with NYR’s is that they are just too darn impractical.

For starters, most of us are coming off a four-week marathon of family, shopping, traffic, flu-like symptoms, meat and booze, and in the post-race tent, we are in absolutely no condition to be analyzing our behavior. We need to hydrate and rest, and simply recover from our ordeal before making promises about weight loss and financial security. February 1st is a far better date to be thinking critically about the forthcoming year. We could call them the Super Bowl Resolutions instead!

Another complaint I have is the time span of NYR’s. 365 days is way too long. To wit, if I don’t go back and reread this annual column in July, I will have already forgotten 90 percent of what I’m supposed to be gunning for. Like many of you, I’m simply trying to keep my children alive and show up to work with matching shoes each day; I have absolutely no extra hours to even ponder renovating the carpeted master bath (carpeted!) or training for The Mini, let alone actually doing them. Perhaps whittling it down to New Week’s Rez’s would be more manageable.

And let’s be honest. I’m never going to successfully meet all of my NYR’s anyway, which for me, leads to guilt and self-criticism. I’m a List Girl, and if I put a commitment to paper, I feel compelled to check it off. Until I do, that “thing” will not only haunt me, but judge me in its haughty two-dimensional space, wreaking frustration and anxiety in my already chaotic world.

So this year, I’m trying something new. I’m not planning to make any New Year’s promises right away, but rather let a few potential ones simmer while I get my exhausted family back on track. Then I’ll select three that I can reasonably make headway on by April. At spring break, I’ll reassess, adjust where necessary, and continue on for the second quarter. Furthermore, there will be no evidence, written or otherwise, of my chosen goals. True, this will mean less accountability, but hopefully and more importantly, also less stress.

Let’s resolve to fill 2015 with achievable, short-term objectives. Go team! Peace out.

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

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Don’t bank on privacy Commentary by Dick Wolfsie What’s the name of your favorite cartoon character? humor Are you teetering between Bart Simpson and Sponge Bob? If you’re from my generation you might be torn between Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck. This was the dilemma I faced this holiday season while creating a security profile to bank online. I was asked a series of personal questions so if I forgot my password, they could confirm my identity by matching my answers.

Because the questions are all about me, I won’t have to scribble my responses in black marker on the side of my printer where I already store dozens of secret passwords. When I check my balances at 3:00 a.m. after a bout of insomnia or a six-pack of Bud Light, I can enter my code incorrectly up to three times, but they’ll still allow access if I can remember the following: My most unique characteristic? I vacillate between feeling unbelievably funny and romantically dashing. On a bad day, I’d have to go with incredibly annoying. That gives me a one-out-ofthree chance of getting that right. This all depends on what day I forget my password. Better not use that one.

My favorite fictional character? I couldn’t even answer that question on my final exam in

American Literature. Okay, how about Moby Dick?

Wait, they might not accept animals. Just to look smart I’m going to say King Lear. But I know if I get asked this under pressure after midnight, I’m going to end up saying Bugs Bunny again.

My favorite flower? I don’t have a favorite flower. If I indicate rose, there’s a good chance I’d say chrysanthemum the next time. Well, maybe not. I don’t even know how to spell it.

Where did you go on your honeymoon? Out West, somewhere in California. It’s been 35 years. Give me a break.

My first girlfriend? I’m going to say it was my wife, Mary Ellen. That’s not true, of course, but if I said Cindy or Ginny, she’d never let me forget it. But I would forget it. Which means I can’t pay my bills online because I can’t remember my password.

What college did you apply to but not attend?

Well, that would be all the colleges that rejected me, so let’s see: Syracuse, Northwestern, Boston University…

This is embarrassing. Thanks, anyway. I’d rather be overdrawn.

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

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Annie – The Great American Songbook Foundation and Heartland Film have partnered to present the third annual Great CARMEL American Songbook Film Series. The series will bring classic award-winning movies to the big screen on the stage of the Palladium, 1 Center Green.

The 1982 version of Annie will be shown at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 9. The film, adapted from Broadway musical, is the story of a young orphan named Annie during The Great Depression. Cost is $10.

For more information, call 843-3800.

Dave Dugan coming to Hamilton County Jan. 16 for stand-up comedy show

Hearthside Suppers at Conner Prairie – Ever wonder what people ate for dinner in the early 19th century? Or how they FISHERS cooked their meals and what they tasted like? Discover answers to these questions firsthand when you and your family join in preparing, serving and enjoying an authentic 19th-century feast in the historic William Conner House. Afterwards, join your hosts and fellow diners in party games and storytelling from 6 to 9 p.m. Jan 9 through 11 at Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd. Cost is $65 for adult and $60 youth. For more information, call 776-6006.

By Joseph Knoop • news@currentinfishers.com Popular stand-up comedian and Bob & Tom radio regular Dave Dugan will perform at Bub’s Burgers & Ice Cream restaurant at 210 W. Main St. in Carmel, IN on January 16. comedy Dugan, known for his voice work on Bob & Tom as the Gruff, short-tempered Bart McAllister, has long been a fan of developing both his comedy and voiceacting chops.

“I deliver the bulk of voice-over from my closet-sized studio, and this is also where I finalize writing a great deal of the comedy material,” Dugan said. “I like this setup because it is very isolated and allows me to focus on the project at hand. I also like, and need, the live comedy performances, whether they are on stage or at an event somewhere or as a guest with Bob and Tom, just to see if I have any social skills left after spending so much time in the isolation of a soundproof closet.”

Dugan’s unique brand of stand-up comedy has landed him onstage at numerous corporate events

and comedy tours, including appearances on Comedy Central, HBO, FOX and the Arsenio Hall Show.

Dugan avoided kindergarten after his parents moved to Carmel, where children weren’t required to attend before moving into the first grade, unlike most Indianapolis schools. He attributes a large portion of his comedy influences to his parents.

“It’s inbred,” Dugan said. “Wait, I don’t mean to say I’m inbred, and I have the non-webbed toes to prove it. I guess I’m trying to say what I do is a hybrid of both my mom and dad’s humor. Dad with his clever, dry and twisted humor and my mom with her humble, yet expressive, self-effacing humor, never thinking she was being funny, but often hilarious. She preferred others being in the spotlight and was the perfect audience with her distinctive, contagious laugh. I think down deep, she was always in it for the laughs.”

Though he’s appeared on many shows and lived as far as Los Angeles, Dugan says he always missed being away from Carmel.

“When coming back for visits, I can’t describe how excited I would get to see family and friends

that still lived here, to see what changes in town had occurred,” Dugan said. “I kept moving back here, so obviously it must be very close to my heart. It will always seem like home. Now there is always something for me to do. Non-stop laps on a roundabout is one of my favorite pastimes.

Maybe I should have gone to kindergarten.”

Dugan is currently part of the “Cabin Fever Comedy Tour,” which makes its first stop at Bub’s Burgers & Ice Cream in Carmel. Dugan hopes for as enjoyable a tour as his most recent stops performing for company Christmas parties.

“One was at a large company in Northern Indiana and most of the employees were Amish,” Dugan said. “15 minutes into the show, one of the gentlemen approached the stage and asked if I would read a note describing a vehicle that was illegally parked and blocking the catering truck from leaving. Midway through reading the note in front of these 600 people, I realized it was my car, and as a reflex said on mic, “Oh, that’s mine.”

Dugan is also currently working on a new comedy album, saying he hopes to have it released before the end of winter.​

Project parties – Nickel Plate Arts’ Project Parties are designed to give attendees a chance to have fun NOBLESVILLE while playing with art. The program will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Jan. 8 through 10 at the Nickel Plate Arts Campus, 107 S. Eighth St. Each month, Nickel Plate will select a popular and interesting project and create a Pinterest board of examples and ideas. Then, they’ll provide all the supplies and a talented teacher who can walk you through each step. Tunes and snacks provided. Cost is $30. For more information, visit http://nickelplatearts.org.

Paws and Read – The special program is 10:30 a.m. Jan. 10 where kids can read a story to a book-loving dog.

WESTFIELD This activity increases a child’s confidence, generates excitement about reading and makes learning fun. Dogs provide rapt attention and children read aloud without fear of criticism or interruption. Stop by the Children’s Desk to schedule 10 minutes of special time with a trained listening dog. For more information, call 896-9391.

Junior naturalists at Zion Nature Center – Kids have the chance to become a naturalist for a day and work with zionsVILLE the staff to clean and feed the Zion Nature Center’s turtles, snakes and other educational animals. The program is 10 to 11 a.m. Jan. 10, 17, 24 and 31 for ages 6-12 with an adult at the Zion Nature Center, 690 Beech St. Participation is limited to one date. Space is limited. To register or for more information, call 873-8950.

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Winter Farmers Market in Carmel • Stop by the Wilfong Pavilion in Founders Park for a large selection of locally produced food and wine at the Winter Farmers Market. Over 30 vendors will be on site through March 14, 2015. • 11675 Hazel Dell Pkwy., Carmel • Today from 9 a.m. to noon. • Free admission. • 710-0162 • www.carmelfarmersmarket.org

saturday

Beef & Boards Presents: “The Odd Couple” • 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the popular television and stage show that continues to enjoy a multitude of revivals and adaptations. Check out the Beef and Boards version of Oscar and Felix as mismatched roommates. • 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Today at 1 p.m.; Jan. 8, 9 and 10 at 8 p.m.; Jan. 11 at 1:30 and 7 p.m. • Tickets start at $40.00. • 872-9664 • www.beefandboards.com

wednesday

Nickel Plate Arts Project Party: Resolution Jar • Come to Nickel Plate Arts to create a 2015 Resolution Jar that is meant to inspire. This 3-hour class walks everyone through the technique and all supplies are provided. • 107 S. 8th St., Noblesville • Tonight from 6 to 9 p.m. or Jan. 10 from 9 a.m. to noon. • $30 per person and please register. • 4523690 • www.nickelplatearts.org

thursday

Carmel Community Players Present: An Enchanted Cabaret • Plan a night out with the Carmel Community Players as they present three nights of cabaret fun. • 14299 Clay Terrace Blvd., Suite. 140, Carmel • Tonight at 7:30 p.m.; Jan 10 at 7:30 p.m.; Jan. 11 at 2:30 p.m. • $10 per person. • 815-9387. • www.carmelplayers.org

The Center Presents: Peanut Butter & Jam: Indy Hula • This Saturday morning music series is geared for kids aged 1 – 7 and accompanied by parents or other adult. The experience consists of a 30 minute musical performance followed by a 15 minute session where kids can play with the musical instruments and talk with the artists. • 1 Center Green, Carmel • Today at 10:30 a.m. • $10 per child and two free adult tickets with each purchase. • Call 843-3800 for tickets. • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org Carmel Arts & Design Second Saturday Gallery Walk • Visit and shop the Carmel Arts & Design District; available activities include entertainment and appearances by local and international artists. • 111 W. Main St., Carmel • Tonight from 5 – 9 p.m. • Free. • 571-ARTS • www.carmelartsanddesigndistrict.com Live Music at Hopwood Cellars in Zionsville • Visit Hopwood Cellars to enjoy award-winning wines that are made from Midwestern grapes and stay to listen to live music from Rick Matillo. • 12 E. Cedar St., Zionsville • Tonight from 8 – 10 p.m. • Free • 8734099. • www.hopwoodcellars.com

friday

The Great American Songbook Film Series Presents: “Annie” at the Palldium • This classic movie will be shown on a screen on the stage of the Palladium Concert Hall. • 1 Center Green, Carmel • Tonight at 7:30 p.m. • Tickets $10 • 843-3800 • www. thecenterfortheperformingarts.org Winter Nights Film Series at the Indianapolis Museum of Art • The IMA offers an escape from the cold and the chance to view classic films on the big screen. Tonight’s movie is “The Wizard of Oz.” • 4000 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Tonight at 8 p.m. • Tickets $9, $6 for members and students. • 923-1331 • www.imamuseum.org

Hearthside Suppers at Conner Prarie • Learn how 19th century dinners were prepared by participating in the Conner Prairie’s Hearthside Suppers.

Guests will prepare, serve and eat an authentic 19th century meal inside the historic William Conner House. Party games and storytelling follow dinner; this program is recommended for ages 10 and up. Reservations are required. • 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • Tonight from 6 – 9 p.m. and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Jan. 31. • $65 per person; $60 for members • 776-6006 • http:// connerprairie.org

sunday

‘Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure’ at the Eiteljorg Museum • Visit this unique locomotive wonderland and get in the spirit of the holidays while watching the trains roam around replicas of Indianapolis buildings and national sites. • 500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis • Today from 10:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. and various hours and days through Jan. 19. • Adults $12, Youth 5-17 $6, Free for kids 4 and under. • 636-9378 • www.eiteljorg.org

monday

Tour of Coxhall Mansion • Enjoy a tour of the renovated Coxhall Mansion and Museum in Carmel. • 2000 W. 116th St., Carmel • Tonight from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. • Free • 770-4400 • www.hamiltoncounty.in.gov

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Moon Dog Tavern – 4825 E. 96th St., Indianapolis – moondogtavern.com Jan. 9 – Endless Summer Band Jan. 10 – Cornfield Mafia The Center for the Performing Arts – 1 Center Green, Carmel – www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org Jan. 10 – Peanut Butter & Jam: Indy Hula Hoosier Park Racing & Casino – 4500 Dan Patch Circle, Anderson – hoosierpark.com Jan. 9 – Gordon Bonham Band 8 Seconds Saloon, 111 N. Lynhurst Dr., Indianapolis – 8secondssaloon.com Dec. 31 – Craig Morgan Jan. 2 – 650 North Hopwood Cellars Winery – 12 E. Cedar St., Zionsville – hopwoodcellars.com Jan. 9 – Michelle Qureshi Jan. 10 – Rick Matillo Old National Centre – 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis – oldnationalcentre.com Jan. 8 – G-Eazy, Kehlani, Kool John and Jay Ant Vogue Nightclub – 6259 N. College Ave., Indianapolis – thevogue.com Jan. 9 – Mike & Joe The Hi-Fi – 1043 Virginia Ave., Indianapolis – hifiindy. com Jan. 7 – Freddie Bunz, John Stamps, Ace One, BluBambu and Stakzilla Jan. 8 – Midnight Donuts with Tony Beemer Jan. 9 – St. Aubin, Brooks Ritter, Savvy and Forest Rambler Jan. 10 – Sam Law, Bleeding Keys and Shiny Penny Rathsekeller – 401 E. Michigan St., Indianapolis – rathskeller.com Jan. 10 – Simpleton and Cityfolk *Performers are scheduled, but may change

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Noblesville bartender wins contest news@currentinfishers.com Carolyn Connelly’s unique creation, a DeKuyper Rainbow Shot, garnered the Noblesville bartender the achievement title of 2014 DeKuyper Cocktail Master after a contest conducted among Indiana bartenders.

“I’m so honored to be selected as the DeKuyper Cocktail Master,” Connelly said. “It’s great to be recognized for my hard work and creativity behind Connelly the bar. I’ve been a fan of DeKuyper for years now and love creating unique cocktails using its cordials.”

The challenge called on Indiana-based bartenders to create a one-of-a-kind cocktail featuring one or more products from DeKuyper’s portfolio of 70 flavors. Bartenders submited a video of themselves behind the bar creating their own original cocktail recipe with a pre-selected DeKuyper liqueur flavor. After reviewing all of the submissions, DeKuyper narrowed down the entries to five finalists – hailing from Carmel, Crown Point, Indianapolis, Newburgh and Noblesville – and invited consumers to vote for their favorite bartender online and through social media.

Once all the votes were tallied, DeKuyper

DeKuyper® Rainbow Shot Ingredients: 1 part DeKuyper® Blue Curacao Liqueur, 1 1⁄4 parts Pinnacle® Tropical Punch Vodka 5 parts Fresh Orange Juice and 1 part Grenadine Syrup Directions: Pour Grenadine Syrup into mixing glass over ice. Add additional ice and layer in Fresh Orange Juice poured gently over a barspoon into the mixing glass. Gently layer in Pinnacle® Tropical Punch Vodka and add more ice. Top with DeKuyper® Blue Curacao Liqueur and pour into six shot glasses arranged in a single row.

awarded Connelly, a bartender at Mo’s Irish Pub in Noblesville, was named the winner.

Her impressive Rainbow Shot recipe wowed fans and earned her the votes needed to take home the title.

“We couldn’t be happier to announce Carolyn as our very first DeKuyper Cocktail Master,” stated Brendan Lynch, senior director of cordials and rums for Beam Suntory. “We are so impressed with her creativity in developing a unique cocktail featuring DeKuyper that expressed her lively personality.”

Connelly’s Rainbow Shot incorporates her own favorite cordial, DeKuyper Blue Curacao, which features the delicious flavors of orange, lemon and curacao, with Pinnacle® Tropical Punch Vodka, fresh orange juice and grenadine syrup.

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A new Indiana-based startup has created a “It’s private. You are reaching out to a busiway for businesses to improve its customer ness you care about,” he said, adding that 70 service and for patrons to percent of the time, consumers who have isNOw open share their experiences with sues leave and take their business management. elsewhere. “It’s one app to message any “Peoplocity is a way for consumers business anytime.” to communicate with businesses with a The app is not all bad news though mobile app,” said George Klein, founder as Klein said 65 percent of the mesand CEO of Peoplocity. “Businesses can sages are positive. see and respond to messages often in “It’s about people really being enreal time.” gaged,” he said. “We found two-thirds Klein said when consumers have Klein had something nice to say.” questions or concerns they get frusKlein said the app works for large and small trated when they can’t easily find someone to business. help them, which results in lost business and “Small businesses have to deliver a better cusnegative word of mouth advertising. The app to tomer experience. It’s critical to their survival,” he free to customers and Klein said businesses pay said. “Owners are there often and it’s important a subscription to use. to know feedback. The app allows those who “The Peoplocity app allows consumers to primight not want to say something right to their vately message businesses with any problems, face.” praise, questions and comments they might Peoplocity is planning to expand the app into have had during their experience,” Klein said. other Hamilton County and Central Indiana loca“Business managers can see complaints like the tions this year, including Conner Prairie. restroom is dirty or compliments on how Suzie Business owners can register their company is doing a good job. It’s a great visual into the for a free trial of the service through Peoplocity’s customer experience.”

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By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com Schedule for a Spring 2015 opening in Carmel, Flix Brewhouse is trying to create the best of both worlds for movie lovers.

Foodies won’t have to rely on microwaved hot dogs and molten nacho cheese Business for a snack. This new theater at 2160 E. 116th St. will offer upscale dining options. Items like ahi tuna salad, ravioli Bolognese and rosemary chicken potato pizza. About a dozen craft beers are brewed on site.

For cinephiles, there are eight screens showing first-run movies with projector technology available at about only a dozen theaters nationwide. Dining shouldn’t interrupt the feature presentation; each server is trained to be as quiet as possible. Once the movie has started, orders are placed using notepads and servers are summoned with a silent call-button system.

“We call all of our servers, ‘Server Ninjas’ because they are in all black and very quiet and very subtle,” said Greg Johnson, director of marketing for Flix Brewhouse.

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where Petco used to be – will be the company’s third location. They claim to be the only first run movie theatre in the world to incorporate a fully functioning microbrewery. Johnson said there are about six different core beers, including an IPA, a Belgian Red and a 10-day Scottish Ale, along with six to eight rotating seasonal brews.

There will be more than 30 guest taps from breweries all over.

While dining is an important part of their business model, Johnson said the company also recognizes the need for any movie theater in this part of town. There’s no minimum and you don’t have to buy food to watch a movie at the theater. Seats are assigned when you buy a ticket.

Movies will play throughout the day and not just at meal times.

Johnson said their executive chef helped launch California Pizza Kitchen nationwide and the menu is “designed to be better than just typical theater food.” Based on the other locations, options will likely include Chicken Fried Chicken and Biscuits, Steak Fajita Tacos, Grilled Chili-Lime Chicken and Baja Fish Burritos.

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First and foremost, it’s important for parents to be good role models for their children when it comes to using electronic devices, including use of phones around other people, especially during conversations.

While age-related circumstances vary, screen time has become an issue that parents deal with at every stage of a child’s life. Here are some practical guidelines for different childhood stages: • Infancy through preschool – Never underestimate the developmental benefits of personal interaction with children in the first years of life. With this in mind, it’s important to ensure electronic devices don’t replace one-on-one time with your child. Look for apps and interactive learning games that you and your child can enjoy together, and make an effort to talk with your child about what you’re seeing and doing on screen. Also remember that young children learn the most from play in the three-dimensional world in which they live.

• School-aged children – Screen-time concerns for children at this stage center on overstimulation. Kids this age tend to get excited about technology, so it’s important to set limits on screen time and ensure that

if children are using electronic resources for school, they are truly learning from them and not just experimenting.

• Teenagers – Social media and texting have become primary methods of socializing for today’s teenagers. To prepare, it’s important for parents to set limits and expectations early for phone use and texting to instill familiarity and avoid misunderstanding. Be sure to monitor your teen’s use of social media.

For children of every age, restrict screen time during meals and before bed. Brightly lit screens can disrupt sleep cycles of both children and adults. Be sure to carve out personal time–away from screens and other distractions–with your children. Nurture the bond with family and enhance your interpersonal relationships by prioritizing the special times your family relates through conversation, laughter and shared experiences.

Mary Ian McAteer, MD, specializes in pediatrics. She is a guest columnist located at Riley Physicians Pediatrics – Meridian Crossing, 11590 N. Meridian St., Suite 300, in Carmel. She may be reached by calling 688-5220.

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This will have the benefit of feeling lighter, refreshed, and you’ll get a tune up of the body’s systems with a healthier metabolism and energy.

Combined with a healthy diet including fresh green foods, fruits and sources of fiber, an herbal cleanse will work to release retained water, flush toxins built up in fat stores and cleanse and support the overworked liver. Key supplements to look for in an herbal cleanse are dandelion root, chlorella and milk thistle.

Dandelion root is a natural diuretic that stimulates the release of retained water from the body, which can be several extra pounds particu-

larly if the diet has been rich in sodium. Along with drinking plenty of fluids, this helps flush the body during the cleansing process.

A type of fresh water green algae, chlorella has the ability to bind to chemicals and toxins and allow the body to easily discrete. Chlorella extracts are mix of amino acids, vitamins, sugars and nucleic acids that also have the benefit of helping produce good bacteria that supports healthy digestion.

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So if you are feeling that holiday hangover, an herbal cleanse will help push your body’s reset button and get a start in the New Year with a healthier you.

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The Great Temple at Abydos is famous for its richly detailed scenes of Egyptian gods. Those scenes can help explain why many Muslims believe the Christian doctrine of the travel Trinity has pagan origins.

Abydos, the burial site of pharaohs as early as 3,000 B.C., later became associated with Osiris, a legendary pharaoh considered god of the afterlife. Popular stories told how Osiris had been killed and then miraculously fathered the falcon-faced god Horus with his sister/wife Isis. Pharaohs saw themselves as earthly manifestations of Horus and aspired to live on like Osiris after their deaths.

In about 1280 B.C., Pharaoh Seti I built a temple on the west bank of the Nile at Abydos to honor himself and the triad of Osiris, Isis and Horus.

Reliefs show Seti I and the gods, with Osiris depicted with a curved beard reflecting his death, Isis crowned with the sun disk and Horus shown holding a cross-shaped ankh. Seti’s son Ramses II, often considered the pharaoh of the Exodus, expanded the temple, showing himself with the Abydos triad in similar, but less well-executed, scenes. The well-preserved temple walls also contain a unique list of earlier pharaohs, minus

the female Hatshepsut and the short-lived Tutankhamen.

When the Greeks conquered Egypt, they took home from Abydos images and stories of Osiris, Isis and Horus. Isis became popular throughout the Greek and later Roman world as the “Queen of Heaven” and “Mother of God.” The Roman Catholic Church later adopted these titles for Mary, the mother of Jesus. Artists depicted Mary as Isis, with an Egyptian-style sun crown.

Early paintings of Mary with Jesus on her lap mimicked temple scenes of Isis nurturing Horus.

As a result of these titles and images, Muhammad mistakenly concluded that the Christian Trinity consists of God, Mary and Jesus, which he repudiated as a pagan idea. The Quran also denounces any trinity including Mary.

The carvings in the temple of Seti I, the finest remaining examples of Egyptian bas-relief, are reason enough to visit Abydos. Seeing the bases for reconstructing the order of pharaohs and for confusion over the Holy Trinity is a bonus.

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EXISTING BATHROOM: The owners of this home located in the Centennial subdivision in Westfield, had lived with blueprint for their existing master improvement bathroom for nine years.

“The original bathroom functioned okay; however, we quickly grew tired of the cosmetics. The primary goal was to enlarge the shower area and maintain a smaller tub area.”

EXPANDED SHOWER & FREE-STANDING TUB: The large garden tub and existing shower surround was removed to create the new layout of the expanded shower and free standing tub.

The plumbing was modified for the new location of the tub and shower fixtures. The exterior wall was bumped out approximately two inches and properly insulated to prevent frozen pipes.

Framing was then completed for the two shower niches, corner bench and shower pan.

COORDINATING TILE & GRANITE: “We wanted our bathroom to feel like a warm and relaxing spa-getaway.” To achieve this look, the homeowners chose “Vetro Blanco” tile for their shower wall which contrasts beautifully with the tile used for the accent band and niches. The vertical installation of the shower tile and accent band not only adds visual interest to the shower, but also creates an illusion of height. The Shanxi Black Flame floor tile compliments the different

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RESULT: “We absolutely love the material selections. The variety of textures and colors makes the space simple, warm and comfortable. The shower is by far the favorite of our family. Our son especially enjoys watching television while taking a shower.”

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seeking full-time technician to assist business and residential customers with all aspects of computer support. Send resume with references to jobs@ctcarmel.com

Delivery Drivers Needed

Immediate Openings for Delivery Drivers We are looking for energetic, detail oriented, delivery drivers with a back ground in customer service. This job can be full or part time. You make your own schedule.

Current delivery areas are Carmel, Castleton, Fishers, Westfield, Broad Ripple, Nora and Zionsville. Several shifts available, especially Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Average driver makes $60 to $100 dollars a shift.

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Administrative Assistant

Carmel CPA office has immediate, part-time, with possibility of permanent opening for exceptional, outgoing individual with professional appearance. Excellent organizational and computer skills with attention to detail required. Position involves a variety of admin and general office duties, including answering phones, filing, errands and client relations. Must be able to multitask. Possible Saturday morning hours during February, March and April. Send resume to: Human Resources, Slattery & Holman, P.C., 12900 N. Meridian, Suite 125, Carmel, IN 46032 or email to: recruiter@ slatterycpa.com

Job Fair Clare Bridge Carmel 301 Executive Dr Carmel, IN 46032 Certified Nursing Assistants Hiring All 3 shifts on the spot interviews January 7th 2015 11am-3pm

Residential cleaning company in Fishers is seeking Full time and Part time housecleaners. Monday-Friday 8am to 5pm.

Needs reliable transportation, current auto insurance and a great attitude. Please call the Housekeeping Maid Easy office for more information or to apply 317-579-1988 or email lindsey@housekeepingmaideasy.com.

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Donatello’s Now Hiring

Donatello’s Italian Restaurant, located at 9 W. Main Street in Carmel, is now looking for new employees with restaurant experience.

Must be able to work every weekend. Pay starts at $10 an hour. A resume is required to be considered. Send your resumes to donatellositalian@gmail.com.

Simpson Construction Services, LLC, a family owned general contractor, would like to hire skilled construction carpenters. Our company is growing, and we are looking for craftsmen that take pride in their work and want a future with our company. Contact Gary Simpson at 317.703.9575.

If you are interested in an opportunity to make a difference, earn extra income and choose the hours convenient to your schedule and personal life, Clarity Personal Care Services is interested in you. We are a provider of choice for personal services/ elder care in the home.

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