January 31, 2017 - Fishers

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Moment Fishers man talks circus, memorabilia after ‘Ringling Brothers’ announces close of show / P7

Airbnb committee established in Fishers / P3

We the People class fundraises for D.C. trip / P5

Kid uses drums for health / P11

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Airbnb committee to evaluate ‘fairness’ between businesses, homeowners

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com A recent surge in popularity of the Airbnb concept has prompted the City of Fishers to establish development a committee to evaluate use of the site in Fishers. Airbnb is an online firm for renting out rooms or homes for a short period of time. City councilors Eric Moeller Moeller and Rich Block were appointed to the committee.

Moeller said the committee was established to ensure equitable treatment between homeowners, businesses and neighbors.

“The primary objective is equitable treatment between businesses, bed and breakfasts, hotels and homeowners that want to engage in an Block Airbnb rental and the neighbors surrounding that person,” Moeller said. “The

economic trend is encouraging us to take a look at these and make sure we are operating in a fair and equitable way.

“The sharing economy (Uber, Airbnb) has really blurred the lines of what we've come to think of as traditional types of usage,” Moeller added in an email. “These trends will be of the many factors we will be considering in the committee.”

Block said since the committee was established two weeks ago and had not met as of press time, it is uncertain exactly what issues it will decide or address.

“I’m sure (the committee) is just trying to understand what implications (Airbnb) may have in Fishers,” Block said. “I was asked to participate by (city council president) David George, and I think it might be my background in business and real estate, and maybe that was a factor (in the selection.)”

“We do believe short-term rentals is a topic that merMcGrath its further discussion with the leaders and residents in our city,” Deputy

I-69 and Campus Parkway Alternating lane closures may happen through the end of the week on northbound and southbound I—69 at Campus Parkway at Exit 210 from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. depending on weather. Work is currently being done to mobilize equipment and set a temporary concrete barrier at I-69 and Campus Parkway.

Mayor Leah McGrath stated in an email sent to Current. “We recognize there is a difference in impact between sub-leasing one's home to a single renter for a period of time versus leasing for short-term use to visitors who may change week to week. How and whether to allow for weekly rentals is a question each community needs to evaluate and requires a broader discussion around impact to neighbors, public safety and location. To that end, we are in the early discussions of forming a subcommittee to discuss this topic.”

For more, visit airbnb.com.

CARMEL’S ACTIONS Recently, the City of Carmel sent a cease and desist letter to Airbnb hosts, sparking controversy and closer looks at Airbnb in other cities such as Fishers. In Carmel, officials said the hosts were violating city zoning laws by providing their single-family home as an online rental option, and that some hosts purchased a home for the sole purpose of creating an Airbnb location.

For more, visit currentincarmel.com.

106th Street and Cumberland Road roundabout Although the new roundabout at 106th Street and Cumberland Road is open, drivers are encouraged to drive cautiously because it is still an active construction zone.

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Don West, of Fishers, collects circus memorabilia that highlights the history of the circus in America. (Photo by Feel Good Now) Founded Jan. 25, 2011, at Fishers, IN Vol. VI, No. 3 Copyright 2013.

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Snowplow painting – INDOT East Central District invites high schools within district boundaries to paint an INDOT snowplow blade with original artwork to represent their school.

In addition to being seen in full service during the winter weather months, the blades may be used at events within the school’s community to enhance public awareness, promote safety and foster greater appreciation of both INDOT and the school’s art program. Applications are due March 15. For more, call 1-855-463-6848 or email eastcentralin@indot.in.go.

New home specials – David Weekley Homes is celebrating its grand opening in the Fishers community of The Villas at Saxony with special limited time pricing on new homes.

Priced from the $290s, homebuyers can choose from seven floor plans ranging in size from 2,000-2,500 square feet in size, and three to four bedrooms, three or four full baths and two-car rear load garages. Lawn maintenance, snow and trash removal are included in homeowner association dues. The model home for the community is at 13233 E. 131st St. and is open for tours. For more, call 317-669-8630.

Citizen's Police Academy – The Fishers Police Dept. is hosting its 32nd Citizen's Police Academy this spring. The 12-week police-style training academy will be held from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Wednesdays beginning March 8. The academy is open to individuals 16 or older who reside in or are employed by the Hamilton Southeastern school district.

Training topics include: crime prevention, neighborhood watch, bicycle patrol, traffic stops, weapons familiarization, self defense and evidence collections. To apply, visit Fishers.in.us/police or visit the Fishers Police Dept. at 4 Municipal Dr. by Feb. 27.

Swim lesson registration – Southeastern Swim School is offering swim lessons at the Hamilton Southeastern High School Natatorium starting in the spring. Spaces are limited and will fill up quickly so reserve now.

Children must be toilet-trained to participate. Hamilton Southeastern High School is located at 13910 E. 126th St. For more, visit hseswimlessons.com or call 317-579-0164.

YMCA kickoff breakfast – The Fishers YMCA will host its annual Campaign Kickoff Breakfast from 7 to 8 a.m. Feb. 9. This free event at the Fishers Y will feature former Pro Bowl and Super Bowl champion Colts linebacker Gary Brackett as the guest speaker. It will be emceed by Tom Britt and features awesome food provided

by Chef Suzanne. To register, visit EventBrite.com and type Fishers YMCA in the search box.

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Michael P. Woolen (Noblesville), owner and master carpenter of Woolen Woodworks Design Build, poses with his wife Denise Woolen (Noblesville) and Brower/Jacques Design Board member Scott Steakhouse (Greenfield) at the 2017 Indianapolis Home Show. (Photos by Amy Pauszek) Where’s Amy checked out the 2017 Indianapolis Home Show Jan. 24 and ran into local business friends at Woolen Woodworks Design Build, Maserati of Indianapolis and Fischer Homes. Fischer Homes showcased a 6,000-square-foot home fully decorated and landscaped for guests to go through. The Indianapolis Home Show is the largest consumer home event in Indiana with more than 900 exhibit spaces.

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Fishers Jr. High class seeks to raise funds for competition

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Fishers Junior High School eighth grader Gracey Scholl knows many people misunderstand what the We the People competition actually is like. fundraiser We the People isn’t a club but instead is a highly advanced eighth grade civics class.

Scholl said it is not just memorization of the U.S. Constitution law class.

“When they come, they see the glow on our faces when judges ask us questions, and they know we’ve prepared for it,” Scholl said.

“There’s a lot of return for all the hard work and hours we committed to the class.

Fishers, which had finished second to Brown County the previous two years, won the Dec. 13, 2016, competition in Indianapolis.

The 31-member team will now compete in Washington, D.C., in the fifth annual We the People National Invitational for middle school competitors, from April 28 to May 2.

Shannon Alexander, one of the parents,

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Fishers Junior High School's We the People’s Unit 6 performs for the Hamilton Southeastern Schools school board Jan. 11. From left, Braden Kirkendall, Madison Ewart, Makenna Adams, Tatiyana Lockridge and Meg Gibson. (Submitted photo)

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Disagreeing on Trump’s Twitter persona Editor, Frankly, it is frightening that you are "perplexed by all the angst associated with President Donald Trump's demeanor and Twitter finger since the election."

Really?

It is one thing when, as a candidate, he accuses Senator Cruz's father of playing a role in JFK's assassination or when he calls Senator Rubio a choker. It has become acceptable as standard campaign fare during primary season. After he won the nomination and campaigned towards the general election, he should have toned it down, but he is incapable.

Before the inauguration, he inserted himself into the U.S. drone seizure by China after it was already settled! twitter.com/ realDonaldTrump/status/810288321880555520.

He won the election, began to receive

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The City Government Academy members recently graduated and were recognized by the Fishers City Council. Back row, from left: Dakota Slaughter, Colin Sullivan, Jody Valerio, Kent Billingsley.

Middle row, from left: Justin Rumps, Daniel Winnie, Brandon Lee, Emily Witney, Steven Young, Teresa Conroy-Roth, Michael Kinghorn. Front row, from left: Dagny Rumps, Beth Borgerding, Jayne Vaughn, Shelia Hawes, Sue Anthony, City Council President John Weingardt. (Submitted photo)

PDBs then tweeted about boosting our nuclear arsenal: twitter.com/realDonaldTrump/ status/811977223326625792.

He has shown example after example how thin-skinned he is. He not only antagonizes private citizens and American companies but also foreign countries. It would be easy to remind you that his desired vehicle for communication, Twitter, is not a bastion of security. It is not out of the realm of comprehension that he could either lose his cool or get hacked and incendiary tweets could emanate from his account.

I can respect your view on issues whether they align or differ with mine but your cavalier acceptance of his Twitter persona is not something I was going to let slide.

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Moment Fishers man talks circus, memorabilia after ‘Ringling Brothers’ announces close of show Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

There are more sad clown faces than usual at Ringling Brothers Barnum and Bailey Circus this month. RBBB, “The Greatest Show on Earth,” is closing after 146 years.

No one is sadder or more shocked by the news than Don West of Fishers. West owns one of the cover story premier collections of carnival and circus memorabilia in the Midwest. The lower level of his home is filled with eye candy for anyone who has ever ridden a roller coaster, seen a sideshow or gone to a circus.

West started out as a young man doing traditional model railroad collecting, but somewhere along the line he got off track. Ironically, it was after his change in direction that he learned circuses and carnivals ran in his family, way back to his great-great-uncle and grandfather, who owned a sideshow.

“That’s when I knew it was in my blood,” he said.

His first carnival model was a small die-cast replica of a ‘TiltA-Whirl,’ which is still his favorite piece. But now his home is filled with models of more than 100 rides and attractions, virtually all in working order. There are tiny replicas of sideshows, food stands and fun houses.

He also has a workshop where he constructs his models from kits or, in some cases, builds them from scratch, often combining parts from different sets.

“It can take 100 hours to build one of these rides,” said West, who enhances the final product by repainting each part to make it look even more authentic.

‘Greatest little show’ Much of West’s memorabilia is from RBBB: circus trains made to scale, banners, lithographs, books, records, videos, cups, souvenirs, programs – stuff going back almost a century.

“It’s the Greatest Little Show on Earth,” West said of his collection.

Sadly, there does not seem to be a future for people who collect.

“Young people don’t want stuff anymore, they want experiences,” he said.

Some of West’s circus collection in his Fishers home. (Photos by Feel Good Now)

West has reflected on several factors that likely contributed to RBBB’s demise: Pressure from animal rights groups over the years and technology that puts entertainment right on your cell phone.

“Getting kids to sit for three hours became more difficult,” he said.

West does not want people to forget the important role the circus has played in our culture. It brought a sense of wonder and a taste of the exotic, often to rural communities that would have been otherwise isolated from such influences.

Multi-cultural acts, people of different colors, sizes and shapes, animals that few had ever seen close-up – not to mention big bands and one of the first movie theaters in the country.

It also was the circus, West said, that helped teach the United States government how to effectively load and unload heavy cargo during World War II, something RBBB was especially adept at, having to perform that chore scores of times each year as it traveled from venue to venue with its trains.

Thoughts from Wolfsie As a kid in New York, I probably saw the circus a half-dozen times at Madison Square Garden. I remember walking into the arena, overwhelmed by the colors, sounds and cotton-candy aroma, and awed by parading elephants, growling lions and tigers, dancing bears and trapeze artists. No vision had ever compared to that, though I must admit that years later, my first glimpse of the ball field in Yankee Stadium came awfully close.

And then there was Emmett Kelly, the most famous sad-faced clown in history. His iconic act at the end of the show involved sweeping up the tiny spot of light projected from high above the arena floor. His efforts always failed, but he was persistent and resolute. Like Emmett, circus fans still have faith, hoping that the circus will find a new owner. For so many who love the "Greatest Show on Earth," they do not want it to end up in the dustpan of history.

CIRCUS LINGO The circus has even affected modern-day American language.

• The word “jumbo” (meaning giant) originated from the huge elephant P.T. Barnum featured for many years.

• “Throwing your hat in the ring,” “Grandstanding” and “Sideshow” are all phrases that were originally circus terms.

To see a video about Don West and his collection of circus memorabilia, visit tinyurl.com/jnzlx6x.

West works on some of his memorabilia.

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Bring on voter IDs We would urge President Donald Trump to forego the deep and broad investigation into voter fraud, whose results won’t change a darned thing – except perhaps allow him bragging rights on the popular vote - and instead opt for immediate institution of a voter identification card, which was a reported goal. That should go a long way toward settling the issue. It’s probably not perfect, but dead guys can’t sign up for an ID, and the person with multiple addresses across state lines would have to choose one. Besides, a lengthy investigation will do nothing except bring an “I told you so” if Trump’s suspicions are confirmed or an “Oops; it was worth a shot” if nothing is proved. What would be guaranteed, though, is an expenditure of taxpayer dollars on the effort, and those dollars would be spent much more wisely on another pursuit, such as studying the effects of expediently reducing corporate and personal income tax.

••• You might know by now that we are not fans of much of the mainstream media.

So imagine our ire when it was disclosed that outlets are taking vicious potshots at Trump’s youngest son, 10-year-old Barron.

That kid – even Chelsea Clinton spoke up on his behalf – should be allowed to live as normal a gold-plated existence as possible.

He didn’t suggest his mom and dad become president and first lady. Leave him alone, media twits, and go report – truthfully – on other aspects of the presidency. You know, kinda like you didn’t do with respect to our former president, Barack Obama?

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

BELIEVE IT! Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In Utah boxing matches that allow biting are not allowed.

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They made noise and left Commentary by Terry Anker “I’m here for the oppressed,” she said through her stylish cashmere Burberry scarf, with her blue-green eyes peering from the gap between it and the hand-knitted pink cap in a carefully formed cat-ear design pulled down tightly in an effort to appear serious. Perhaps she was. But it seemed like she was there more for the fun of it all.

We humans are a protesting lot. It all starts as we sit in our high chairs, asserting our first toddling attempts at independence from our life-giving parents, and refuse to eat our peas. When mother encourages us to consume the spherical green seeds, we protest – throwing back our heads and screaming until the walls shake. We are unhappy.

And you NEED to know about it.

In this long tradition of sharing our own personal point of view, many stand ready to stand for or stand against – well, something … anything. As our nation exhibited yet another peaceful transition from one presiden-

tial administration to another, the streets of our nation’s capital filled with those ready to use the gathered witnesses as an audience to their own ends. They came alone, in packs, small groups and bus loads. Each selfpossessed with their own grievance. There are those who believe our leaders are too religious, and those who believe our leaders are too little religious. Some love pigs. Others love pork. All the “ists” were represented – race, sex, fasc, misogyn and too many more to count (indeed, some took terrific liberty with the English language).

Some rose to the attention of the national media – a mechanism to provide backdrop for their own ever-slanting narrative. But most made a bit of noise and then went home.

Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@ youarecurrent.com.

Q U O T E O F T H E W E E K “People who enjoy meetings should not be in charge of anything.”

– Thomas Sowell

In honor of Hollywood awards season, I bring you another installment of “When Movies Meet Mothering,” my humor new series where I cleverly insert classic lines from some of my favorite films. Today’s homage is to my teenage crush Tom Cruise and the 1986 flick I saw six times in the theater, “Top Gun” (you’re welcome, SJ!).

One of the ongoing dogfights here at Chez Wilson involves our children not working to their potential. Our oldest, in particular, has caused many a liquor store fly-bys as Doo and I struggle to understand how someone with a pretty good head on his shoulders can make such poor decisions when it comes to homework and studying.

It’s almost as if he’s purposely buzzing the tower of unacceptable grades just to see if he can spill someone’s coffee.

We keep telling him that as a senior in high school, if he doesn’t want to end up selling rubber dog poop out of Hong Kong, he’s going to need to apply himself. He’s going to need to do it right like his old man and not settle for the second-place plaque in the Ladies Room.

Luckily, of late, our Maverick has been doing better. He’s stayed above the approved academic hard deck for several months now and has only been inverted once. But we still see him occasionally pulled into the danger zone, unable to resist the siren’s call of Netflix and video games and hanging with his wingmen. And that’s the hard part for us, keeping our helicopter instincts grounded while he serenades potential disaster. We don’t want his ego to start writing checks his report card can’t cash, especially now that college is looming like a great ball of fire, but we also don’t want to always be up in his grill.

I suppose this is just a normal part of parenting teenagers, learning to trust your child to pilot his own F-14 through swarms of MiG-28’s and hoping that if he does need to pull the ejector handle, he stays clear of the canopy (yeah, I went there).

Peace out.

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

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Drawing first blood, again

Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

I had blood drawn the other day. I don’t envy phlebotomists. Imagine having a job where everyone hates you for humor what you are about to do, and the first thing you say to the person is “make a fist.” Plus, when she tells people she’s a phlebotomist, a lot of her patients think she has six husbands.

My technician, Shirley, uses the same joke every time. She looks at me with flirty eyes and says, “It’s too bad you’re married. You’re my type.” I laughed at this for my first few appointments, but I have my own joke for my next visit. When she tells me what a tough day she’s had, I’ll tell her to just go with the flow. I’m not sure how much longer we can keep this up. Probably ’til my LDL goes down.

Shirley says there are two kinds of people in the world: Those who watch when the needle goes in and those who don’t. She says those who stare are usually uptight, aging baby boomers who are control freaks. Ever since she mentioned that, when she sticks me, I tell her what lovely eyes she has or how interesting the clinic ceiling is.

Shirley also likes to sneak in a little medical advice of her own. She tells me Cheerios

would be good for raising my HDL. Or was it that Wheaties will lower my LDL? All I know is, she doesn’t think much of Count Chocula and Fruit Loops.

How long are you supposed to keep that silly cotton ball and bandage on your arm? I rip it off the second I walk out the door. My wife thinks if you remove the bandage, you jeopardize your health insurance coverage.

At her last yearly check-up, she just told the phlebotomist to take off the old bandage and stick her in the same place.

When I left, Shirley confirmed my personal information …

“And is that your correct birth date, March 5, 1947?”

“Well, I’d like to change that to l957.”

Incredibly, she took her pen and scribbled something on the page.

I walked out of the office on cloud nine. My cholesterol may still be sky high, but I felt 10 years younger.

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Three things that will change with Social Security in 2017 Commentary by Joel Harris Here are a few notable changes to the system to be aware of as you plan for your future.

1. More earnings subject to Social Security Tax — A majority of workers pay 6.2 percent of their earnings into the Social Security system, and their employers pay the other 6.2 percent, for a total of 12.4 percent until their salary reaches a certain level. For 2017, the maximum taxable earnings figure will increase from $118,500 to $127,200.

This means more of your annual paycheck will be subject to Social Security taxes.

2. Increased Earnings Limit — It is important to be aware of the earnings limit if you intend on filing for benefits early. The earnings income limit rule will increase from $15,720 in 2016 to $16,920 in 2017. Social Security beneficiaries who earn more than $16,920 will have $1 in benefits with-

held for every $2 in earned income over the limit every year until they reach 65. For those who will turn 66 in 2017 the earnings limit increases to $44,880, and the payment reduction declines to $1 withheld for every $3 earned in

“For anyone over the age of 62 at the end of 2015, you will be grandfathered under the old rules and will have the ability to claim only spousal benefits, if eligible, if you wait until you reach full retirement age. The key phrase in that sentence is “if you wait until full retirement age.” excess of the earnings limit. Once a beneficiary reaches their full retirement age, they are no longer subject to this earnings limit test and can make

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3. Spousal Benefits — Anyone under the age of 62 by the end of 2015 no longer has the choice of which benefit to elect when they reach full retirement age. Regardless of their age and when they elect to take benefits, they will be “deemed” to have filed for the highest benefit.

For anyone over the age of 62 at the end of 2015, you will be grandfathered under the old rules and will have the ability to claim only spousal benefits, if eligible, if you wait until you reach full retirement age. The key phrase in that sentence is “if you wait until full retirement age”. If you file before FRA, then you will no longer be able to take advantage of filing for a spousal benefit only.

Joel Harris is a financial advisor and president of Summit Financial & Insurance in Carmel. He can be reached at 317-507-1825 or at joelharris@tfamail.com

Dispatches Product design studio opens – Carmel City Center is pleased to announce the expansion of Software Engineering Professionals (SEP) operations in Carmel with the opening of the new SEP Product Design Studio at 836 S. Range Line Rd., in the Nash. The studio is equipped with technology that includes stations for wearables and mobile device usability testing so companies can see what the end user is naturally doing when using a device. This enables SEP to validate a product as it’s being developed so it can iterate on the outcome very rapidly.

Energy Assistance Program — The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority has released plans for the 2016-17 Winter Assistance Program, which runs through March 12. The program provides financial assistance to low-income households to maintain utility services during the winter heating and summer cooling seasons. For more, visit in.gov and type Energy Assistance Program into the search box, or call 866-674-6327.

OneZone luncheon — OneZone will hold its February luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 8 at 502 East Event Centre. Mario Rodriguez, executive director, Indianapolis Airport Authority, will speak on the economic impact of connectivity. Reservations are required by noon Feb. 6 and can be made at onezonecommerce.com.

Cut tuition costs — Want to attend college outof-state but pay in-state tuition? Look into an option called the academic common market. If your major is not offered in-state but it is offered out-of-state by a participating institution, you may be able to qualify for in-state tuition for that school. Source: Wall Street Journal Overlooked tax deductions — The Indiana CPA Society has provided details on frequently missed deductions that you should not overlook as you prepare to file your taxes this year.

1. Job search costs if you sought a job in your current field.

2. Charitable contributions – along with cash, you may be eligible to deduct the value of donated items such as clothing.

3. Some divorce-related costs - you may be able to deduct legal fees paid for tax advice related to a divorce and legal fees to get alimony.

4. Certain educational expenses via the Lifetime Learning Credit.

5. Retirement savings for the self-employed.

Check with a qualified tax accountant to see if you qualify for any of these deductions.

Source: Indiana CPA Society Century Award nominations – The state of Indiana is accepting nominations for the Governor’s Century and Half Century Business Awards, which honor Hoosier businesses that have remained in operation for at least 100 or 50 years, respectively, and have demonstrated a commitment to serving the community. Applications are due by Feb. 10. For more, visit iedc.in.gov.

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Dispatches Hand and arm seminar – Riverview Health will host a hand and arm seminar from 6 to 7 p.m.

Feb. 7 at Riverview Health in the Krieg DeVault Conference Room. Dr. Christy Kellams will present different treatment options for common hand and arm problems such as rheumatoid arthritis, carpal tunnel, repetitive use and other conditions.

A light dinner will be served. The program is free, but registration is required. Register at riverview. org/classes or call 317-776-7999.

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

Support groups available – Witham Health Services offers a variety of support groups for those in need of the services. Groups include: Alzheimer’s Support, Cancer Support, Cancer Gentle Stretch Yoga, Cancer Support Cooking for Wellness, Diabetic Support and Grief Support. The groups are free and meet monthly. For more, visit witham.org or call 765-485-8120.

Reduce arthritis pain naturally – Unlike many medical remedies for arthritis, these are safe and inexpensive. Give them a try to see if they work for you: 1. Tea – contains polyphenols that suppress arthritis inflammation 2. Vitamins C and D 3. Grapes and grape juice – contain resveratrol which suppresses inflammation 4. Taping – therapeutic taping has been proven to reduce symptoms. Have a physical therapist show you how to do it properly.

Source: Bottom Line Personal No more UTI’s – Here are the best ways for women and men to avoid these common infections: 1. Visit the bathroom frequently. Holding urine can distend and irritate the bladder.

2. Drink lots of water to flush bacteria from the intestinal tract.

3. Eat yogurt. The good bacteria can improve the overall health of the digestive system.

4. Drink cranberry juice. Be sure to drink real juice, not the flavored cranberry cocktail.

Source: BottomLinePublications.com.

Hands and feet always cold? – When your body senses a drop in external temperature, blood vessels in your extremities contract in order to redirect more blood to your trunk. This protects your organs by keeping them warm. This is why cold weather affects your hands and feet more than other parts of your body. To counteract this, stay well hydrated and increase your activity level to improve circulation.

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One Fishers family took their worst nightmare, their son’s cancer diagnosis, and turned it into a way for music other families in similar situations to cope. Vicky Andritsch’s son Luke was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia when he was 3 years old.

“He was given a three-and-a-half-year Andritsch treatment plan. He received chemo every day for the next three-and-a-half years. He had oral chemo, spinal taps and bone marrow infusions,” Vicky said.

Chemotherapy is strong enough to kill cancer cells, but it also takes a toll on healthy cells in the body. Luke often had little energy to walk and even resorted to crawling. He discovered one thing he could do without exerting himself.

“In his last year of treatment, we discovered his love of playing the bongos. When he would play, his eyes would light up. He wasn't able to be out playing on the soccer field or jungle gyms, but I thought he could sit and hand-drum,” Vicky said.

After Luke’s first lesson at Bongo Boy Music School, the 5-year-old told his mom about a special wish.

“As a mom, I will never forget this. I could see him in my rearview mirror, and his little

DVDs and a Team Luke medal. They raise funds to create the packs and donate money to help find a cure.

“There is so much healing that goes into playing an instrument like the drums. It's such a gift for us because you can see these patients forget about the impending surgeries or treatments,” Vicky said.

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“He wasn’t able to be out playing on the soccer field or jungle gyms, but I thought he could sit and hand-drum.”

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“I remember him saying to me that he wanted the sick kids that were still in the hospital to feel the way he felt when he played music. I said, ‘OK, let's do it.’”

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Owner of Craft St Daryl Randall (Geist) joins in on his bongos with local musicians who perform at the restaurant. (Photos by Amy Pauszek)

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Craft St., at 8487 Union Chapel Rd., #560, is now open. Featuring eclectic American cuisine, the menu offers a twist on traditional comfort foods. Geist resident Daryl Ranfood dall, owner of Craft St, said he traveled throughout the U.S. and Canada to discover different concepts to bring to life at Craft St. “It’s a little hidden gem,” Randall said.

Randall said he has been building and designing restaurants for years and had dreamed of opening up his own restaurant for the past 20 years. Randall also is the co-owner of the Indiana Ballet Conservatory in Carmel.

“The bar is just elegant, beautiful,” he said.

Menu items include Craft St. tacos, steak frites, a Craft St. burger, Chilean Lomito sandwich, fish and chips, pan-seared salmon, shrimp pasta and a Korean fried chicken sandwich.

Appetizers include items like pulled pork poutine, Thai mussels and habanero crab cakes.

Randall said Craft St. also features a “pizza pot-pie,” an entree he first tasted at a restaurant in Chicago when he was 6 years old. The Craft St. pizza pot pie can be ordered by the pound or half pound with choice of mild and sweet pork sausage, ground beef or vegetables and include button mushrooms, garlic, plum tomatoes, homemade marinara and

Friends Jacob Burger (Indianapolis), Cole Hale (Fishers), Kris Cassady (Noblesville) and John Kanable (Indianapolis) enjoy winding down after work at the Craft St.

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Randall compared the ambiance of Craft St. to an artistic New York restaurant. The restaurant will host live music Wednesday through Friday as well as Open Mic Night on Taco Tuesdays.

“It’s an amazing experience with an awesome atmosphere,” Randall said.

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Jill O’Malia and Georgeanna Teipen have acted together before, on stage but their upcoming show will be their toughest challenge. They have to pretend they don’t like each theater other.

“On stage, we’re enemies. Off stage, we’re really great friends,” O’Malia said.

The two will star in Carmel Community Players’ production of “Suite Surrender” Feb. 10 to 26 at Carmel Clay Playhouse at Clay Terrace.

O’Malia is cast as Athena Sinclair and Teipen as Claudia McFadden. It's set in 1942 at the Palm Beach Royale Hotel.

From left, good friends Georgean“We’re both there to perna Teipen (left) and Jill O’Malia form for a (World War II) ben- perform in “Suite Surrender.” (Submitted photo) efit, and they are trying to keep us apart,” O’Malia said.

“Somehow, we’re assigned to the same suite. So there is a lot of slamming of doors and mistaken identity. There is never a dull moment the whole show. Then there is an unexpected ending, which makes the whole thing pretty cool.”

Teipen said the rivalry is similar to the legendary Hollywood one between Bette Davis and Joan Crawford.

“It’s clever, it’s silly and it’s poignant,” Teipen said.

This is Fishers resident O’Malia’s first appearance in a CCP show.

“Athena is an interesting role to play. She’s sophisticated but she is still kind of perky,” O’Malia said. “But she is every inch a diva.”

Teipen said there have been a lot of laughs during rehearsals.

“It’s a lot of fun. Jill is one of my best buddies,” said Teipen, a Greenfield resident who is Marion County deputy prosecuting attorney. “Comedy is fun because I love to make people laugh.”

Teipen’s dog, a Chihuahua-Yorkie mix, also appears in the show.

Jan Jamison, CCP’s artistic director, is directing the show.

Jamison, a Noblesville resident, said comedies are hard to do because of timing.

“I think it’s harder than dramas to direct (and) to get it right,” Jamison said.

Sydney Loomis, a Cicero resident who plays the hotel manager, said dealing with the props is the biggest challenge.

“I have a lot of movement in the show,” Loomis said. “I run around like a crazy man at times. There is a lot of physical comedy in it.”

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“’Joseph’ is a new show for me,” she said.

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Pinchouck said learning the notes to new Sydney Pinchouck is only 9 years old, but songs is the most difficult part about being in she’s already familiar with Beef & Boards Dina show. ner Theatre’s stage, where she will perform When she’s not on stage, Pinchouck enjoys through Feb. 19. math, figure skating and reading – The fourth grader from Fishers, particularly "Percy Jackson," “The who attends Holy theater Cross Lutheran School, Land of Stories” and "Harry Potter."

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The goal for this master ensuite was to maximize the usable space for each separate function, while coordinating with the aesthetics of the adjacent master bedroom.

1. Multiple walls were relocated to reconfigure the bathroom and closet spaces. This allowed for the closet, vanity and shower spaces to all double in size.

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3. A clear, frameless glass shower surround gives an open, bright feel to the new, larger shower. It also accommodates a corner seat and two recessed storage niches, convenient for holding personal care items.

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Before Background Info: This Geist home in the Beam Reach neighborhood of Indianapolis had unique features that were no longer functional. Also, the original 1980s aesthetics did not align with the owners’ personal style and overall vision for their home.

Before problems: Before the renovation, the bathroom was dark, outdated and confining. For the amount of square footage in the master ensuite, there was too much wasted space because of a large recessed hot tub and chopped up functions in separate areas. In addition, the shower was too small, and the ensuite lacked sufficient vanity and closet storage.

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Generally, the PC is either a mental health professional or a lawyer with significant experience in family law issues.

What is a PC’s role/function? The purpose of the PC is to help assist divorced parents navigate their co-parenting relationships by resolving impasses concerning child-related issues and helping to redirect parents to focus primarily on the needs of the child. A PC will aid in developing, implementing, and maintaining parenting plans to ease parenting issues, all in hopes of reducing further litigation. A PC’s authority is specifically defined by the Court’s Order, which is generally prepared by the parties’ and their respective attorneys. The Order of the court will have considerable detail as to the extent and limitations of the duties of the PC; however, the easiest description for the PC’s role is the PC will have the ability to act as a communication facilitator, an ongoing mediator and even, essentially, an arbitrator for excessively divisive situations.

As the goal is to help the parties effectively co-parent and address issues which may arise from time to time, the PC typically meets with both parties regularly, receives day-to-day questions and complaints about any aspect of a party's conduct, gathers information from outside sources (schools, doctors, counselors, etc.) and works with the parties, looking for consensus or, at least, basic agreement. If this is unsuccessful, the PC

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While the role of the PC does not divest the court of its jurisdiction to determine child-related issues (custody, parenting time, child support, etc.), the PC may submit recommendations to the court if no agreement is possible. Further, upon receipt of the PC’s recommendations, depending upon the circumstances, those recommendations may be immediately adopted by the court.

How is a PC selected? Either party may petition the court to appoint a PC. Alternatively, if both parties agree that their situation would benefit from the involvement of a PC, the parties may submit an agreement for the appointment of a PC to the court. If an agreement is reached, the parties may also select the PC which would work best for their matter.

How much will this cost? PC’s are oftentimes attorneys and charge parents for the time involved in addressing the issues presented by the parties. Typically, a court will require the parents to share the PC’s costs, so that they are both “invested” in the process. As part of its authority, the PC has the ability to reapportion costs if one party’s lack of cooperation is clearly a primary issue and the source of a disproportionate amount of the PC expense.

Thus, for parents who find themselves in the midst of constant high conflict battles concerning parenting time or custody matters, or are forced to have repeated hearings or mediation, a PC might be a great alternative solution to consider.

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Guitar Lessons

Brand NEW Queen Pillowtop Mattress and Box Spring set. Still in factory sealed plastic. Never used. ONLY $195.

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estate sale AETHER ESTATE SALES CO.

DOWNSIZING OR MOVING?

Beginners thru Advanced All styles Electric-Acoustic-Bass Private Lessons Parent-Child Lessons near Carey Road & 146th Carmel 317-

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Locally owned and operated in Hamilton County Licensed-Bonded-Insured/Residential-Commercial Carmel, Fishers, Geist, Noblesville, Westfield, Zionsville

• Residential Cleaning • Move Ins/Move Outs • Quality Service • Satisfaction Guaranteed

Certified Natural Health Practitioner Holistic Health & Wellness Center 14074 Trade Center Dr., Suite 129 Fishers, IN 46038 • 317.289.1010 • MICROCURRENT BODY CONTOURING & FACIALS • HCG (Rx) AND HOMEOPATHIC WEIGHT LOSS • SOQI FAR INFRA-RED DETOX SPA

317-430-7684

Call now for $20 off your first cleaning!

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VISA, MasterCard acceptedReach 126,095 homes weekly

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Owner/Master Electrician bharmeson@harmesonelectric.com

Marsha J. Moyer

Collecting dust since 2005

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Guitar Lessons

Brian Harmeson (317)414-9146

Natural Path to Health, LLC

Clean of Hearts Cleaning Service

Home | Life | Auto | Business

SNOW REMOVAL Residential & Commercial Locally owned/operated over 41 Years Free Estimates – Call today!!

317-491- 3491

LECTRIC LLC

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Wth recording artist Duke Tumatoe Learn from professional and have fun All levels - in Carmel duke@duketumatoe.com or 317-201-5856

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(317) 567-2319 Give the experts at Aether Estate Sales Co. a call.

Hosting over 100 sales a year makes us the most prolific and experienced company in the state. Put simply, Aether is the best choice to sell an entire house full of contents quickly and efficiently.

www.aether.estate

Kingston’s BAND REHEARSAL SPACE

Book a session for your band! 3 hours/$50 1,000 SF studio, lounge with 60” plasma TV, full PA & backline provided, drums available 340 Ridgepoint Drive, Carmel rick@idealtalentinc.com 317-979-0137 Like us on Facebook!

“Between the awesome physical facility, and the exceptional personal service, look no further than Kingston’s.”

-Travis Jensen, An Innocent Band

NOW OPEN

NOW OPEN

For pricing e-mail your ad to classifieds@youarecurrent.com

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The Electric Bike Center

622 South Rangeline Rd Suite S Car. 46032 E-Bikes are Fun. E-Bikes riding is Healthy.

E-Bikes can be an alternative form Transportation.

Test ride an E-bike, anytime!

Winter Hours: Thursday - Saturdays (1-4) Call anytime for schedule appointment outside normal hours.

317-506-6902 Services

www.pawpatrolindy.com 16 years Experience

317-802-6565 317-432-1627

Insured/Bonded Serving Carmel & Westfield

Will clean out houses, garages, basements, attics, etc; move/haul furniture, trash, etc. clean gutters, rake leaves; run errands; do odd jobs, render personal services. Full insured.: Text or call Jay@ 574-398-2135: Now accepting reservations for snow removal

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3121 Village Park N. Dr., Carmel, 46033 3 bed, 2 bath $1300/month Westfield Schools Brandi Welch, AM Rentals 138 W. Carmel Dr. 317-848-1588 • www.amrelo.com

1321 Brookton Ct., Indianapolis, 46260 3 bed, 2 bath $1250/month Spacious lot on cul-de-sac!

Brandi Welch, AM Rentals 138 W. Carmel Dr., Carmel, IN 46032 317-848-1588 317-843-1588 (Fax) www.amrelo.com

If you want to drink, that’s your business.

If you want to stop, that’s our business.

Call Alcoholics Anonymous (317) 632-7864 www.indyaa.org

January 31, 2017

Current in Fishers

www.currentinfishers.com

Now Hiring The Carmel Dads’ Club

is seeking a Full-Time Facility Maintenance Position. Candidates should contact Josh Blackmore, Facility Superintendent, at (317) 846-1663 X 3315 to set up applications/ interviews. The Full time candidates must have a clean driving record and no physical limitations due to the job requiring manual work in all weather conditions. Sports field maintenance, landscaping and/or equipment maintenance experience a plus.

Now Hiring

NOW HIRING Senior1Care

We are looking for Compassionate & reliable individuals to provide non-medical caregiving services to adults in the local area. If you are dedicated, hard-working and have a genuine desire to work in an environment where you will be helping others improve their quality of life, visit us and learn about: • Top Pay, including overtime & BONUS • Great full time and part time hours • Reliable, flexible & steady work

• FREE CNA Training • Fun working environment • Growing Company

Empathy is more important than experience, as full training is provided. Visit our Facebook Pages to learn more about our family’s story and why we started our local business 10 years ago. Call today and set-up an interview at 317-652-6175 or stop by our Carmel office. EOE

MSD WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP TEACHER RECRUITMENT FAIR Elementary: March 6, 2017 Secondary: March 7, 2017 5:00-7:00 p.m.

8550 Woodfield Crossing Blvd.

Indianapolis, IN 46240

WHY MSDWT?

International Baccalaureate o Teaching at all grade levels!

Competitive Salary o $41,000 beginning teacher salary & full benefit package!

To RSVP and for questions: mmartin@msdwt.k12.in.us

Now Hiring

Now Hiring

Now Hiring

College not for you?

Background or Not in dance! Join the team at Fred Astaire Dance Studio Carmel, Indiana. We will train you in all aspects of the ballroom dance business.

Why Fred Astaire?

We offer a great environment, guaranteed starting salary, great training and opportunities to travel and compete.

Need we say more?

Call Dan at 317-846-3237

We are looking to HIRE YOU If you have a compassionate heart and a nurturing soul, Clarity Care is interested in hiring you.

We provide non-medical, adult in-home care.

We offer: • Flexible schedule - full and part time • Competitive pay - $10-$15 per hour • Night bonus/referral bonus • Employee retirement plan • Custom match care giver to client 317-774-0074 option 5 Apply@claritycaregivers.com

Interviews on the spot!

Bring your resume & dress for success!

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Visit the MSDWT website! http://www.msdwt.k12.in.us/ Join us on Twitter! @MSDWT_HR

GreenCycle of Indiana is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Delivery Driver at the Noblesville, IN location.

The Delivery Driver will need to be customer service oriented. The Driver will need to have a clean driving record, pass a drug screen & CDL physical, & be able to drive a single-axle truck. A chauffer’s license is preferred. The Driver will also be required to maintain appearance of the vehicle inside and out, as well as, help out in the mulch yard when not on deliveries.

We are seeking a self-motivated individual who is looking to be a team player and able to bring new ideas to the table. We are very focused on providing the best customer service to our customers.

This position is a part time/seasonal position. Hours range from 36 – 55 hours, depending on the time of year. Saturdays are required March – September. GreenCycle of Indiana EOE. Please visit www.greencycle.com to learn more about our company.

Resumes may be brought to: Applications may be picked up at:

Now Hiring: Janitorial Staff!

We are seeking a self-motivated individual who is looking to be a team player and able to bring new ideas to the table. We are very focused on providing the best customer service to our customers.

This position is a part time/seasonal position. Hours range from 36 – 55 hours, depending on the time of year. Saturdays are required March – September. GreenCycle of Indiana EOE. Please visit www.greencycle.com to learn more about our company.

Resumes may be brought to: Applications may be picked up at:

No phone calls please.

No phone calls please.

AT THE CARMEL VFW MON-FRI FROM 10:00 TO 2:00 Please call Karen at 317-846-0917 TO SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW

The Office Assistant will handle customer transactions, schedule deliveries, answer customer questions, and provide excellent customer service. This position can progress with more duties and responsibilities as the new hire becomes familiar with the computer program.

2695 Cicero Rd. Noblesville, IN 46060

2695 Cicero Rd. Noblesville, IN 46060

NOW HIRING PART-TIME COOK

GreenCycle of Indiana is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Office Assistant at the Noblesville, IN location.

PRIME 47 Carmel IS NOW HIRING All Positions.

We are growing and Prime 47 is looking for the very best Servers, Bussers, Line Cooks, Host Staff If you want to be part of a growing team of professionals please apply between 1 and 4 M- FR at Clay Terrace Mall next to Dicks sporting goods EOE

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Clean Team Inc. has 20 openings throughout the Carmel area.

Competitive pay and Flexible Schedules.

Apply today at WWW.CLEANTEAMCLEAN.COM

ATTENTION DOG LOVERS Looking for a fast passed career?

This is a physically active position that requires hard work and common sense. There is a lot of walking, playing and cleaning. Must be able to multi-task, have reliable transportation, be dependable and have weather appropriate attire. Full or part time. Start $10/hr. Raise after 90 day probation period. Call Cindy @ (317)896-3636 or email cat3846@gmail.com. Or www.heavenlycarekennels.com

NOW HIRING Waiters/Waitresses Line Cooks $10-$14/HR OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 160 E Carmel Dr. Carmel, IN Your classified here e-mail classifieds@ youarecurrent.com

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January 31, 2017

Current in Fishers

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