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Quilters Guild meeting – The Mudsock Quilters Guild will meet at 9:30. on Feb. 13 at Fishers United Methodist Church, Fellowship Hall, 9891 E. 116th St. Tips and tricks for beginners and seasoned quilters will be the program.

Caregiver nominees sought – CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions is accepting nominations for the 2017 Caregiver of the Year Award.

Nominees must be unpaid caregivers in central Indiana who model courage, sacrifice, strength and creativity. Nominations must be completed by Feb. 17. Visit cicoa.org for more information or to nominate someone.

Americans for Prosperity State Director Justin Stevens, center, introduces, from left, State Rep. Jerry Torr, State Rep. Donna Schaibley, State Sen. Luke Kenley and State Sen. John Ruckelshaus. (Photo by Ann Marie Shambaugh)

Republicans support gas tax hike

By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com Four Republican state lawmakers explained why they are in favor of increasing the state gas tax at a town hall-style transportation meeting Jan. 26 in Carmel.

State senators Luke Kenley and John Ruckelshaus and state representatives Donna Schaibley and Jerry Torr gathered at the Carmel headquarters of Americans for Prosperity, a conservative advocacy group known for opposing tax increases, to answer questions and share why they believe a tax hike is necessary.

State representatives have proposed House Bill 1002, which would increase the gas tax by 10 cents per gallon and cap additional annual increases at 1 cent per gallon.

“We have not had an increase in the gas tax since 2003, which means we’ve actually had a decrease in the gas tax every single year since then in terms of its purchasing power,” Kenley said.

The state gas tax is currently 18 cents per gallon. Without action, Indiana will have a $1 billion annual road funding deficit over the next 20 years, according to Kenley and Ruckelshaus.

Kenley, a 25-year Senate veteran, said he ran for re-election in 2016 in part because he believes finding a solution for long-term road funding is “so important.”

“Indiana cannot afford not to do this and do it right,” he said. “Our economy depends on good roads. We are the Crossroads of America.”

AFP opposes an increase in the gas tax. It advocates instead for all gas tax revenues to be spent on roads and bridges, freezing state spending and using a projected $1 billion tax revenue increase to pay for road repairs.

“The feel around the state is if we know that this revenue is going to roads, then we would be willing to pay a little bit more,” AFP State Director

Justin Stevens said. “That’s the sentiment I’m getting, but that’s not currently what’s happening.”

Kenley said he’s hesitant to commit all gas taxes to road and bridge repairs because the state would have to find ways to pay for other needs currently funded in part through the gas tax, and that would likely lead to another tax increase down the road. Torr agreed.

“Sales tax is a broad tax, just like income tax, and if you do decide you’re going to dedicate 100 percent of that sales tax on gasoline to roads, that’s fine, except somewhere you’ve got to make it up,” Torr said. “It’s really easy to say that we can cut spending, but we have a very lean budget in Indiana.”

Schaibley said increasing the gas tax to fund road improvements makes sense because it’s a user fee.

“I firmly believe the people who are using the roads should be paying for them,” she said.

Not everyone in the audience agreed.

Melba Kiser of Noblesville said a gas tax hike is unfair to people like her husband, whose jobs require that they spend much of their time on the road.

“The decision to drive is not an option. It’s a necessity,” she said. “There are many people with modest incomes who have to drive long distances in order to make a living. It is a significant burden on someone who is at a medium to low income.”

HB1002 In addition to raising the gas tax, as of Jan. 29 HB1002 would: • Increase alternative fuel decal fees by 50 percent • Establish a $15 transportation infrastructure improvement fee with vehicle registration • Establish a supplemental registration fee of $150 for electric vehicle registration • Ease restrictions on establishing toll roads

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.

YMCA kickoff breakfast – The Fishers YMCA will host its annual Campaign Kickoff Breakfast from 7 to 8 a.m. on Feb. 9. This free event at the Fishers Y will feature former NFL Pro Bowler abd Super Bowl champion Indianapolis 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.

Free science lectures – Anderson University’s School of Science and Engineering is offering a series of lectures that are free and open to the public. The lectures start at 7 p.m. and are located in Hartung Hall (room 101). Upcoming topics include: Feb. 16 – What do the Pharmaceutical Industry and the Manhattan Project Have in Common? For more, contact the AU School of Science and Engineering at 765-641-4374.

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The expansion of the Hamilton County Government and Judicial Center in downtown Noblesville would consolidate several county offices. (Submitted photo)

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projected to last 20 years. It’s already lasted 25,” Dillinger said. “With the county going at The Noblesville Chamber of Commerce again the pace it has … we need to expand. It will be anywhere from 78,000 to 100,000 square feet. hosted Hamilton County Commissioner Steve We will be consolidating a lot of the offices Dillinger’s that need to be integrated that are currently chamber of commerce State of the County housed in the old courthouse – the auditor, the assessor, the treasurer and the recorder.” address as part of its monthly luncheon seDillinger said those offices would ries Jan. 25 at Purgatory Golf Club in most likely be located on the first Noblesville. Chamber President and floor, the courts would be on the secCEO Bob DuBois said the event sold ond floor. out with 235 guests.

RIVERWALK PROJECT This year, Dillinger spoke for less “I’ve been talking about this for 14 than 30 minutes, rounding up the years, but Noblesville finally finished successes of 2016 and highlighting the north side, and the county finsome of the county’s upcoming projDillinger ished the south side, and now we’re ects for 2017, which included: getting ready to do the part that I was most FINANCES interested in, which was the Riverwalk behind “We have about $38 million in the general the government center,” Dillinger said. “This is fund and about $13 million in the rainy day fund,” Dillinger said. “So, we’re sitting on about an additional pedestrian crossing … construction is underway. We broke ground this fall, $51 million. We are probably the most solvent county in Indiana … very honestly that’s largely and this project should be finished by 2018.”

TOURISM due to our county council, which is in charge “People don’t think much of tourism in of that.”

Hamilton County,” Dillinger said. “The economic IND. 37 PROJECT impact for tourism in Hamilton County is over “We are in the process of redoing all of $613 million a year.” those intersections very much like Keystone, The following tourism statistics reflect 2015 from 126th Street to, ultimately, State Road and run one year behind: 32,” Dillinger said.

• Jobs supported – More than 13,000 The project would be a complete overhaul • Tax revenue – Nearly $100 million of Ind. 37 through Fishers (Phase I) and No• Annual growth (2015) – 11.9 percent (State blesville (Phase II), which will run the highway of Indiana’s rate was 3.3 percent.) underneath elevated, dog-bone style roundJAIL, CORRECTIONAL CAMPUS abouts at each cross street – 126th, 131st, AND JUVENILE CENTER 135th, 141st and 145th in Fishers and Greenfield “We have a jail capacity at around 294 Avenue, Town and Country Boulevard, Pleas(inmates). We are running now at as much as ant Street and Ind. 32/38 in Noblesville.

400,” Dillinger said. “That is not a good thing. It Dillinger said Phase I would cost approxicreates a lot of safety concerns.” mately $115 million. The environmental study Dillinger said the likely solution to overon Phase I has been completed. Right-of-way and land acquisition will begin in April. Dillinger crowding at the jail would be to relocate female prisoners to the under-utilized juvenile said the likely first two intersections to be detention center, which can house up to 78 constructed would be 131st and 141st streets juveniles but only regularly houses 8 to 13. and would be complete by 2019.

Dillinger said juveniles would be relocated GOVERNMENT CENTER EXPANSION to the former juvenile facility, which is being “(The Hamilton County Government and remodeled.

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Sophomore’s crowning success

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Once Jinnie Tomes started her first pageant at 9 years old, she was sold.

“Pageants are Accomplishment something that I’ve been passionate for six years now,” said Tomes, who turns 16 in August. “There is just something about being on stage that I love and doing the interviews. Getting to meet new girls, I love.

It’s something that I did once and now I can’t stop doing them.”

The Hamilton Southeastern High School sophomore won the Junior Teen division (ages 13-15) at the 2016 Miss American Coed Pageants (MAC Pageants) national competition in late November. Along with a crown and trophy, Tomes earned a $2,500 cash award, two admission tickets to Walt Disney World in Orlando and a travel allowance to the 2017 MAC Pageants national competition, where she will crown her successor. Tomes had qualified for the national competition by winning the state title during the summer.

Tomes’ pageant platform was Live Happy, Life Healthy. As part of her community service obligation with her state and national crowns,

Jinnie Tomes is crowned 2016 Miss American Junior Teen in November. (Submitted photo)

Tomes has participated in the American Diabetes Walk, American Heart Association Walk and Amp Harris Christmas Toy Giveaway.

As part of her position as Miss American Junior Teen, Tomes said she is available for personal appearances or helping other pageant contenders. If interested, contact her mother Yvonne at tomes.yvonne@gmail.com.

Touseull captures Mr. Royal

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Hamilton Southeastern High School senior Kip Touseull had always been a fan of the Mr. Royal competitions.

“I thought they were super award funny, so I really wanted to do it as I had a chance,” he said.

However, he never expected to win.

“I was just getting ready to clap for whoever it was. I did not expect my name to be called at all,” Touseull said.

Touseull was crowned Mr. Royal Jan. 26 in the 14th annual show for senior males at the school’s auditorium.

“We did a group dance at the beginning and the crowd was really into it,” Touseull said.

“All the contestants were up on stage, and it was cool.”

Touseull said he was friends with about half of the 14 contestants.

“But now I’m friends with all of them, and I know them very well,” Touseull said. “They’re all super nice guys.”

For the talent portion, Touseull put some songs together, including Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” and danced to it.

Celebrity judge Anthony Calhoun, sports director for WISH-TV, and Mr. Royal winner Kip Touseull (Submitted photo)

The theme was a birthday bash for Hamilton Southeastern’s 50th anniversary. All the contestants dressed up for people that are turning 50 this year.

“I dressed up as Will Ferrell playing Buddy the Elf,” Touseull said.

Other Mr. Royal category winners include: Mr. Dance: Nate Branson; Mr. Strut: Phoebus Yang; Mr. Entertainment: Max Carlson; Mr. Talent: Evan Hall and Mr. Spirit: Trenton Schneider.

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Proverbs 3: Dealing with trauma Commentary by Michael VandenBurg

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“Trust in the lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to faith him, and he will make your paths straight.”

What do you do when your world falls apart? When your loved one dies, your spouse asks for a divorce, your boss tells you, “You’re fired,” how do you deal with the trauma?

“Trust in the Lord” is the word that scripture gives in such a time. First and foremost, trust in the Lord for his help, his provisions, his guidance. However, not only trust, but trust with all your heart. Not half-heartedly, but with your whole heart.

However, you might say, “But I am having a hard time even putting one foot in front of the other. How do I deal with the numb feeling that has over taken me, let alone focus on trusting in the Lord?”

“Lean not on your own understanding.” Do not dismiss the fact that in times of severe trial, a strong faith will guide your every step, and even when you do not feel like the next step, move ahead one step ahead of the other toward God. We do not ever see the entire pic-

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ture, but God does. Trust him with your whole heart to lead you even “through the valley of the shadow of death.”

Do the God thing, even when you do not feel like it, and soon your heart will confirm the course. There are two ways to change course. The first is to change your heart, your attitude, your feelings, and this can change your actions. The second, and more effective,

Do not dismiss the fact that in times of severe trial, a strong faith will guide your every step, and even when you do not feel like the next step, move ahead one step ahead of the other toward God. is to change your actions to the way you should go and your heart will follow.

“In all your ways, acknowledge him” tells us this hard truth. Even when you do not feel the course, commit to the course because of your

whole-hearted trust in God. “And he will make your paths straight.”

Probably the worst part of all this in times of trouble is the utter chaos that seems to be our lives. Everything seems to be spinning out of control and just a total mess. But if you take this simple God solution, then soon you will find your way out of the chaos and into the simple order of God’s grace. There is no better feeling in the world than to emerge from the chaos of confusion into the order of God’s ways.

The pain may not totally go away, as it shouldn’t if we have truly loved, but with trust in God’s direction it will help us achieve the strength we need to see us through.

To read the full version of this column, visit geistcurrent.com.

Rev. Michael VandenBerg is the pastor of Hope Community Church, a congregation of the Christian Reformed Church, and a community consultant for City in the Church Consulting. He and his wife Nancy have been Indiana residents for over 17 years and Indianapolis residents since 2008. He can be contacted at office@indyhopecrc.org.

Dispatches INDOT increasing pothole repairs — Because of warmer temperatures in January, the Indiana Dept. of Transportation has said it will increase its efforts to address potholes. “Temperatures fluctuating above and below freezing the past few weeks have created prime conditions for potholes forming on Indiana roadways,” a press release from INDOT stated. “(INDOT) will allow crews throughout the state to close travel lanes when and where necessary during daytime hours, including during peak travel times for priority repairs …Please be alert while behind the wheel, slow down, and give highway workers safe space to do their jobs. Increase your following distance so you have more time to stop or slow down in a pothole repair zone.”

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The Middle Agent

Geist resident Steve Gerardi looks back on three-decade career of working with big-name musicians

By Sadie Hunter • sadie@youarecurrent.com For more than four decades, Geist resident Steve Gerardi has been involved in the entertainment business.

Growing up in the Columbus, cover story Ohio, area, he said he knew since he was a teenager at an arena concert that he wanted to be a concert promoter and producer.

“On May 13, 1974, I was a junior in high school, 15 years old,” Gerardi said. “I went to see Edgar Winter at St. John Arena (in Columbus, Ohio) touring a new album called ‘They Only Come Out at Night.’ I said, ‘Wow. This is what I want to do. Look at these people that are running around and coordinating all of this.’ For some reason, I was more taken in by the aura of it than the actual show.”

From there, Gerardi said he “got bitten by the bug” and began putting together small events with local bands, renting local venues and printing hundreds of fliers promoting the event and putting them on cars.

“I solely started working with local bands, and one of the bands that I booked got to open up for a band called The Babies," he said. "I always liked that band, but that was when I met a guy, a promoter, from Sunshine Promotions.”

Gerardi said after introducing himself and repeatedly asking for a job, he began working for Sunshine Promotions running errands – driving people to and from their hotels, going to buy guitar strings, etc.

“But I was absorbing,” he said. “I just kind of got a feel for it, and sure you’re a little star-struck when the band walked in, but you had to understand it was a business.”

From there, he was hired as a promoter with the company, moving to Indianapolis from his short-lived home in San Francisco.

“So I arrived the second week of May (1984), and the day I got here, (the company) told me I was going to Evansville to cover a band called Motley Crue,” Gerardi said.

He produced the show on May 13, 1984 – 10 years to the day on which Gerardi decided he wanted to be a concert promoter.

Five years later, when Deer Creek was built in 1989, it was Gerardi who booked the first show (Sandi Patty) at the venue.

corporate events,” said Gerardi, who said he would receive calls from booking agents from acts playing private events who wanted the services of a local promoter to organize the performance aspect of the event, from ensuring lights, sound, staging, etc. would be up to par.

Through a series of sales, Sunshine Promotions eventually became LiveNation, and today, Gerardi is self-employed, representing various clients to bring mostly ’60s, ’70s and ’80s rock and comedic acts to events.

This weekend, Gerardi will welcome Aretha Franklin with the Community Health Foundation at its annual Giving Gig on Feb. 11 to a sold-out crowd.

Laughing Matters

(Top left) Steve Gerardi pauses with Seth Meyers at 2016’s Laughing Matters event. (Top right) Gerardi with Steve Howe of Yes at Deer Creek in the early 1990s.

(Bottom) Gerardi’s ticket stub from the May 13, 1974 Edgar Winter concert at St. John Arena. (Submitted photos)

Later, in 1996, Gerardi would become heavily involved with the renovating and reopening of the Murat Theatre in downtown Indianapolis.

In his career, Gerardi has worked with acts such as Bruce Springsteen, The Rolling Stones, Phish, John Mellencamp, Paul McCartney and The Grateful Dead, to name just a few, as a middle agent – the local representative who works with clients to bring famous musicians and acts to local venues.

“After that, I started getting more and more involved with

Next month, Cancer Support Community of Central Indiana will welcome Jay Leno to its 17th annual Laughing Matters fundraiser, an event Gerardi was hired to book and promote.

“That’s going to be a great event. It’s kind of a hybrid event because it’s got its fundraising aspect, but it’s also got the public aspect,” Gerardi said. “Cancer Support Community, every time I go there, I always walk into those doors and feel very humbled. You think to yourself, virtually every day, somebody has walked in there who has just been diagnosed with cancer. Laughing Matters is the signature event, and I got involved with it last year.”

WANT TO GO? What: Laughing Matters, a fundraising event and block party for Cancer Support Community of Central Indiana.

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Legislature: Make a choice Is infrastructure the new battle cry for increased taxes? The liberals have global warming as a key arrow in their quiver to raise taxes and to institute regulations. And now, Republicans have decided they, too, need their own arrow, and it just might be infrastructure. They think raising taxes for infrastructure improvements is an innocuous approach for the exercise. We know Republicans don’t really believe in all the smaller government/less spending blather they’ve espoused for years. Granted, Republicans serving in our state Legislature are far better at managing a budget than are the Republicans serving in Washington, but that’s quite a low bar. We’re disappointed our legislators have started to embrace an increase in our gasoline tax before actually debating it; they seem in absolute pain to raise those fees. Just wait; if it happens, some of those dollars will go toward funding mass transit, to which, you might know, we are opposed for our region. The larger question becomes this: Why is the General Assembly not negotiating with Washington? Of every gas tax dollar sent to Washington’s “highway account,” Indiana is returned 92 cents. Can we get someone in the Statehouse fighting for the rest of us? Or maybe use the state’s surplus (yes, we have been over-taxed) to fly President Trump here on Air Force One to negotiate the deal … in about 15 minutes?

We think it’s time legislators prioritize the spending of our tax dollars. Maybe they need say we can have infrastructure spending or we can have early childhood education, but we can’t have both.

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Commentary by Terry Anker Former President Ronald Reagan called it a “commonplace occurrence.” Yet he took careful note that, “In the eyes of many in the world, this every four-year ceremony we accept as normal is nothing less than a miracle.” Sure, we have contentious, long and expensive campaigns. We divide ourselves into all manner and sort of identity groups. If no real distinction exists, we scurry about eager to create new categories to be celebrated, protected, attacked and over-generalized. We vote to, at long last, break from it all, return to the mundane and sublime realities of our own lives. We relax a bit. We breathe The pause gives us much-needed opportunity to gain perspective, even if the fervent protests of a few linger beyond the

November end-point. Do we believe, or simply hope, that our protagonists will boldly carry our aspirations now that we have bestowed them with power? Or, do we regroup to organize resistance and plan for a replacement?

Regardless of our personal position on the current state of leadership, most of us find other things to do once an election has passed. But in the imperial city we call our nation’s capital, the courtesans scramble for standing in a new order. Filling luxury airport lounges and seated at the Round Robbin Bar in the famed Willard Hotel, the K Street consultants, lawyers, lawmakers, professional protestors, media and other elites scheme and cajole to find favor and seek advantage.

Political theater is played in acts. As one ends, another begins.

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Q U OTE OF THE WEEK Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will.

– Frederick Douglass

I turned 45 last week. Four. Five. Sounds old when I think about it, which has been a lot recently as I’ve battled humor a cold while failing miserably at juggling my knives of work, kids, Doo and ever-present dirty dishes.

But here’s the thing, I don’t feel old. I don’t feel like I’m at the half-way point of life; that the next four decades are going to suck now that I need reading glasses and calcium. I actually feel great. I’m for the most part healthy, strong and on occasion even the teeniest bit wise. I know I’d much rather be 45 than 25, and with my children mere steps from being out the door, I’m truthfully looking forward to my 50s (because according to the commercials, once I’m AARP eligible, I’ll spend all of my time traveling to exotic locations, spoiling precocious but adorable grandkids and either fishing with Doo or playing bingo with galpals. Can’t wait!).

Part of this youthful “spirit” is the fact that both my parents and Doo’s are still looking good in their 70s. Thanks to hair dye, fitness programs and bionic body parts, “the elderly” don’t appear to be so.

I’m not saying that they aren’t old, because believe me, they definitely are (smiley face emoji), it’s just that relative to memories of my own grandparents, Mamaw, Judge, Grams and Pops, are not only still in the game, but playing really well. And if they’re not calling for subs yet, then I sure as shoot won’t either. Go team!

I’m also lucky to have two outspoken daughters who don’t think twice about announcing that my clothes are “so last season” or that my makeup is “not on point.”

I credit them with keeping my often questionable “style” at least in this decade. And my sons make certain I’m always abreast of the latest tech gadgets, “must-watch” shows, and mom-appropriate slang. Basically, I have handlers that keep me young, even if it’s only to ensure I don’t embarrass them in public.

So bring it on, 45. I’ll be one step closer to bingo.

Peace out.

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

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All the news that’s fit to sprint Commentary by Dick Wolfsie Mary Ellen has a Fitbit to keep track of her walking. I am not a walker myself, although I have walked back on several humor promises I made when we got married, as well as three New Year’s resolutions. That’s about as much exercise as I’m comfortable with.

I do walk to my office every day (it’s not my fault I work from home) and I walk to the pro shop to get my golf cart. Oh, and to the garage to get on my riding lawn mower. Maybe I don’t give myself enough credit. The NASEWA (National Association of Something Else to Worry About) recommends 10,000 steps a day, something most people won’t consciously do. Unconscious exercise sounds a lot less strenuous.

We had trouble getting the Fitbit and the laptop to sync, so we called Kevin, our tech guy. Kevin is used to dealing with people who sit in front of a computer all day, and he thought that helping them set up their Fitbit could lead his clients to begin a physical fitness regimen — leaving less time for them to download viruses and malware, the bread and butter of his repair service.

“I can’t find your dongle,” Kevin said to Mary Ellen as he fumbled through the Fitbit box.

“Does your husband have one?”

I didn’t know what a dongle was, but I’m pretty sure in Yiddish it’s a dirty word. I learned that it’s a small plug-in that allows electronic devices to communicate with each other. I’d always called it a thingamajig.

Soon, Kevin got everything to work.

Everything.

“Did you get a good night’s sleep?” I asked Mary Ellen the next morning.

“Let me check. It says I did, but for some reason I’m exhausted.”

I reminded her that the Fitbit vibrates on the wrist as a warning if you haven’t moved for an hour. We had no idea how to turn that application off. I told Mary Ellen she needed her sleep to be more restless. Yeah, I actually said that.

I don’t want a Fitbit of my own. Instead, I plan to follow my wife around. I’ll never reach that 10,000 goal, but it’s a step in the right direction.

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

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A nod to policing Editor, It is not uncommon to see on the news some sort of police misconduct. The reality is that there is far more good than bad in modern policing, especially in Fishers. The citizens and businesses of Fishers have shown tremendous support during these uncertain times of policing. Your acts of kindness and written support means more than you can imagine.

The traditional motto of policing is to “protect and serve.” On a daily basis, the men and women of the Fishers Police Dept. work to do both. FPD takes pride in keeping Fishers a safe place to live, work and play. It has been the hallmark of what makes Fishers one of the best cities in America.

However, I think many of our citizens do not realize how our officers serve them beyond normal day-to-day policing.

This past December our “Cops & Kids” program provided a wonderful Christmas for many children that would have otherwise gone without. Our officers assisted a single mother with painting bedrooms and providing basic necessities for the home. They also provided food and a place to stay for a homeless family living out of a van.

A local resident even helped the father find a job.

I often speak of the stories that our officers come with when we hire them, the background that makes each of them unique. What I have come to realize is that those officers continue to write their stories every day with the tremendous work that they do. We should all be grateful for their service to our community.

Sincerely, Mitch Thompson, Chief of Police

Your acts of kindness and written support means more than you can imagine.

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Investors, forget emotions Commentary by Joe Clark The 45th President of the United States of America was inaugurated last month. Now, more than two months after the your money electoral outcome was announced, emotions remain high among the populous. But in the business world, there is a budding sense of confidence and excitement.

Years ago, our new vice president advised me, “Do not argue with a man who buys ink by the barrel.� Vice President Mike Pence and I were both talk radio hosts and his guidance was sound. Before the advent of social media, there was a lapse between when a public figure commented and when the press responded. Those days are behind us and new communications technologies are driving a changing of the guard.

What does the changing of the guard have to do with investing? Like it or not, President Trump enjoys a good “tweet.� Certain industries, actors and leaders have been in the crosshairs of his tweets from time to time and many question whether the tweets are un-presidential. Regardless, President Trump may have changed the landscape of the country faster than any predecessor, simply by putting his agenda out there

on social media.

The president is literally buying ink by the proverbial barrel faster than CEOs or Congress can respond through conventional methods. In the last week, car manufacturers pledged more than $5 billion of investments in U.S. plants and new jobs. Yet less than a month ago, GM’s CEO said the company would move ahead with plans in Mexico. Either they will do both or things have changed. It’s simply hard to ignore thousands of retweets by constituents and car buyers supporting his agenda. Congress will have a difficult time saying they don’t know what their constituents want when the message is spelled out in 140 characters.

The world – not just the president - has changed, along with the way we communicate and express our opinions. As investors, forget your emotions and recognize our new president can and already is moving the needle.

Joseph Clark is a certified finan- cial planner and managing part- ner of The Financial Enhancement Group, LLC an SEC registered investment advisor. Securities of- fered through World Equity Group, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Tax advice provided by CPAs affiliated with Financial Enhancement Group, LLC. Mr. Clark can be reached at bigjoe@ yourlifeafterwork.com or 765-640-1524.

IRS fake calls – With tax season here, tax scams are in full swing. Here are some tips to avoid being scammed over the phone. The IRS will never: 1. Call about taxes owed without first sending a bill 2. Ask for credit card information over the phone 3. Demand immediate payment - there is an appeal process 4. Threaten to have you arrested for not paying Source: IRS.gov Energy Assistance Program – The Indiana Housing and Community Development Authority has released plans for the 201617 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.

Law firm addition – The Carmel-based law firm of Cate, Terry & Gookins, LLC has hired Daniel J. Pfleging. Pfleging has served as court magistrate and judge of Superior Court 2 and will be joining CTG as of counsel.

VP of finance named – Carmel resident Susan Springirth has been named vice president of finance at the Center for the Performing Arts. Springirth will be a member of the senior management team, providing oversight, advice and straSpringirth tegic leadership on financial and business matters for the center and its affiliated organization, the Great American Songbook Foundation.

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. Visit iedc.in.gov for more information or to apply.

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The company grants the award annually to the most valuable player.

Client service award given –SYM Financial Advisors, 11595 N. Meridian St. Suite 100, Carmel, awarded Brooke Thurlow with the 2016 Client First Service Award. The award is given to one person on SYM’s team for serving clients well and building relationships of trust.

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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.

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Dispatches Cough busters – The following natural remedies are said to be very helpful in calming a cough: 1. Sage – steeped in tea will soothe sore throat 2. Raw garlic – will reduce severity of cough 3. Ginger – chew a small piece of fresh ginger for calming effect Source: BottomLineHealth.com The “Natural” label – When a food carries the “100 percent Natural” label, it does not mean a food is organic or has no GMOs. Instead, look for the “USDA Organic” seal. It means that at least 95 percent of the ingredients are certified organic and that it was produced without genetically modified ingredients.

Source: Consumer Reports Weight-loss surgery seminar — Dr. Keith McEwen hosts a monthly free seminar for those hoping to learn about the LAP-BAD System. McEwen’s office is at Community Surgery Center Hamilton.

The next seminar is 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 8 at 9669 E. 146th St., Conference room 160, Noblesville. For more, call 317-506-6932.

Pediatric myths and facts — Riverview Health will host a pediatric myths and facts seminar from 6 to 7 p.m. on Feb. 16 at Riverview Health in the Krieg DeVault Conference Room. Dr. Evan Kreutzer will help parents navigate through the most common pediatric myths and misconceptions such as, “Can sugar cause hyperactivity?” or “Will the flu shot make my child sick?” 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.

Healthcare scholarships available — The Witham Health Services Volunteer Organization is taking applications from any Boone County senior in high school for $1,000 scholarships. Applicants should be involved in extracurricular and service activities and plan to attend college majoring in a health care field. Applications are available in the guidance offices of all Boone County high schools. All completed applications are due to their respective school guidance office by March 17.

Cough busters – The following natural remedies are said to be very helpful in calming a cough: 1. Sage – steeped in tea will soothe sore throat 2. Raw garlic – will reduce severity of cough 3. Ginger – chew a small piece of fresh ginger for calming effect Source: BottomLineHealth.com The “Natural” label – When a food carries the “100 percent Natural” label, it does not mean a food is organic or has no GMOs. Instead, look for the “USDA Organic” seal. It means that at least 95 percent of the ingredients are certified organic and that it was produced without genetically modified ingredients.

Source: Consumer Reports Is it strep? – Many visits to the doctor for sore throats end with a diagnosis of common cold rather than strep throat. Because antibiotics won’t help with a cold, a trip to the doctor may not be necessary. A recent study of over 70,000 patients with sore throats revealed that the most telling symptom was a fever. A sore throat accompanied by a cough is most likely a cold. If a fever is present, then it’s likely to be strep and a doctor should treat it.

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IU Health Saxony gives $10k for playground news@geistcurrent.com On Jan. 13, Indiana University Health Saxony Hospital announced it has given a $10,000 grant to the Riverside philanthropy Intermediate School community in Fishers.

Funds will go toward building a playground for upper-elementary school students.

According to a press release, the project is spearheaded by the Riverside Intermediate PTO. The PTO group is still seeking additional sponsorships to underwrite the new $45,000 parkour-style challenge course and play space.

“It’s the first piece of a much larger project that will give our students more options for physical activity. We are so grateful for the generosity of IU Health Saxony Hospital,” Danielle Chastain, principal of Riverside Inter-

mediate School, stated in a news release to Current.

Joy Davis,customer experience and community engagement manager for IU Health Suburban Indianapolis Region, stated in the reDavis lease that IU Health Saxony Hospital is thrilled to partner with Riverside Intermediate School to provide a safe and intentional area for the students to play.

“Part of our mission in Hamilton County is to increase physical activity among residents of all ages, and this was the perfect opportunity to encourage greater physical activity for students at Riverside Intermediate,” Davis stated.

For more, visit hse.k12.in.us/resources/pdf/ rsi/hot_topics/sponsorship.pdf.

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day in the Carmel Arts & Design District on Feb. 11 news@currentinwestfield.com The Saturday before Valentine’s Day will be a romantic evening in the Carmel Arts & Design District.

On Feb. 11, there will be a Valentine’s holidays trolley available from 5 to 9 p.m. The free trolley will take riders around Main Street and through the heart of downtown Carmel. It’s a way to beat the cold or rest your feet as you explore places to shop, browse and dine on a Saturday evening.

Live music will take place in many of the art galleries along Main Street and the galleries will keep later hours so families, friends and couples can stop in to see the numerous arts exhibits and works by local artists.

Many of the pieces are for sale for a quick Valentine’s gift.

To help guide people on their walks, there will be a scavenger hunt with prizes available. Each participating gallery on the scavenger hunt will have roses available for attendees as well.

Need more ideas on what to do on a Saturday night in the Carmel Arts & Design District?

Check out some of these places.

• Enjoy a glass (or bottle) of wine at Peace Water Winery (37 W. Main St.). In addition to its intimate indoor space, its outdoor dining has heaters to keep you warm even in February. They don’t serve food but you can order carryout from many nearby restaurants such as Bazbeaux Pizza (111 W. Main St.).

• Sample some beers at The Pint Room (110 W. Main St.). The Carmel location offers 124 drafts, and at any time there are 50 to 70 local Indiana tappings, including beer, cider and mead. The Pint Room even offers something for the kids, which is a draft line of non-alcoholic root beer.

• Enjoy a romantic dinner at Donatello’s Italian Restaurant (9 W. Main St.). For Valentine’s Day and the weekend before, Donatello’s will be offering specials on sparkling wine, fresh seafood and housemade desserts.

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Hannah and Kyle Shonkwiler pose for the camera using props in a Valentine’s Day-themed photo booth during last year’s Nickel Plate Arts event Valentine’s Day for All. (Submitted photo)

Nickel Plate to host events

By Heather Collins news@currentinwestfield.com Nickel Plate Arts will again host Valentine’s Day for All, Feb 10, 11 and 14, at the Nickel Plate Arts Campus. Events will family fun include live music, art-infused activities and events for singles, couples, children and groups.

Program Coordinator Kavita Mahoney said Valentine’s Day at Nickel Plate Arts is no typical “Hallmark holiday,” and the art-infused activiMahoney ties go beyond candy hearts and red roses.

• Nickel Plate Arts Family Valentine’s Day will be held from noon - 5 p.m. Feb. 11. The Family Valentine’s Day event will include children’s activities, crafts and sweet treats. This event is free and attendees are encouraged to come and go as they please.

• Nickel Plate Arts will host three Date Night events from 6-9 p.m. Feb. 10, 11 and 14. Date Night is for couples and groups and will include a wine and beer bar, live music and various Valentine’s Daythemed activities. The cost for Date Night is $10 per activity for two or $50 for two to enjoy all six activities.

Art activities for Date Night include “Pair of Hearts” Jim Dine-style watercolor painting led

by Erin Goodman; “Metal Romance,” a mixed media metal embossing and patina project led by Deanna Leonard; “Photographic Love,” a photo transfer project led by Eric O’ Dell; and

Noblesville residents Matt and Kelli Yates work on a collaborative painting during last year’s Nickel Plate Arts presents Valentine’s Day for All.

“Sweetheart Towels,” a printmaking project to create his and hers-themed towels. Date Night will also include “Drum (Heart)beats” a percussion instrument lesson led by Bekah Hutchinson and “Blended,” a culinary arts lesson about oil and vinegar blends led by Artisano’s Oils and Spices.

• Attendee’s can also visit Nickel Plate’s February’s Temptation Exhibit.

• Jazz duo Emily Crapnell and Steven Newby will perform Feb. 10. Cellist Weiqun He will perform Feb. 11 and saxophonist Dane Peterson will perform Feb. 14.

For more, visit nickelplatearts.org.

Nickel Plate Arts is at 107 S. Eighth St in Noblesville.

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By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Peggy Melchior Pearson is convinced the Indiana State Museum is the perfect home for Peewinkle’s Puppet Studio.

“We have exposure to family fun many more families and increased seating capacity,” Pearson said. “Also, families that come can combine it with visiting and experiencing all the things the Indiana State Museum has to offer. It’s great to be within the White River State Park area.”

The Valentine’s Cabaret, the studio’s fourth program in the museum, will be held Feb. 10 to 14 at the museum, 50 W. Washington St., Indianapolis. Pearson and Peewinkle’s partner Debbi White will be the puppeteers.

Peewinkle’s Puppet Studio moved from its former location to 25 E. Henry St., Indianapolis, to the museum in September 2016.

The shows are 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. Feb. 10; 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.Feb.11; 1 p.m. Feb. 12; and 9:30 and 11 a.m. Feb. 13-14.

Pearson said the Valentine’s show is primarily for ages 2 to 10. Children ages 2 and under are admitted free.

Tickets are $13 and include a treat. There is a workshop following the show, which costs

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Several Indianapolis Chinese organizations will join in the celebration, including Indianapolis Chinese Performing Arts, Indianapolis Chinese Community Inc., America China Society of Indiana and the Confucius Society.

The event also will celebrate the puppet studio’s 20th year.

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BBQ-lovers will fall in love with Big Hoffa’s fall-off-the-bone ribs, and can enjoy a slice of their 100 percent homemade peach cobbler. According to Big Hoffa’s Owner Adam Hoffman the peach cobbler is a family recipe passed down from several generations that only a select few know how to make. The peach cobbler is served with two scoops of vanilla ice cream (and two spoons!). In the summertime, Big Hoffa’s BBQ also features its sweet teacake and lemon cake.

The Swiss Chocolate Chalet Cake is the grown-up version of the refrigerated Swiss Roll. The tall and decadent dessert includes a layer of chocolate cheesecake, a layer of cheesecake, a layer of chocolate cake and a layer of pure chocolate. Choose from sushi, hibachi or regular dining seating at the sophisticated Japanese steakhouse, located in the old Fox and the Hound building by Lowe’s. Koto will offer a twoperson dinner special on Valentine’s Day that includes two glasses of wine, an appetizer, two entrees, the sweetheart roll (heart-shaped sushi) and choice of dessert.

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The Copper Still Kitchen & Bar features comfort food done well in a family friendly environment. The Copper Still Sugar Crème Cake is the restaurant’s modern take on the Indiana country classic, using its own secret sugar crème recipe. The cake is served warm and topped with whipped cream and sliced strawberries. Sweet, warm and comforting, the Sugar Crème Cake lives up to the sugar crème hype.

Copper Still Kitchen & Bar • 917 Conner St., Noblesville • $5

For the heart-healthy and health conscious, Pure Eatery offers fresh, honest food in a hip and comfortable environment. For dessert, Pure Eatery has paired up with Lick Ice Cream, an Indianapolis-based homemade ice cream company. Lick Ice Cream features a wide variety of unique and unusual ice cream flavors. On Valentine’s Day, share two scoops of its Strawberry & Champagne or Balsamic Dark Chocolate flavors. Pints of Lick Ice Cream are available at the Fishers Farmers Market.

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St.Vincent Fishers hosted a reception last month for Noblesville Schools students’ artwork to be displayed in the main hallway of the hospital. St.Vincent Fishers has hosted artwork from Noblesville Schools for the past year and a half. Artwork is swapped out four times a year.

Pictured, from left, Erika Smith, Olivia Smith, Victoria Smith, Sophia Smith and Kyle Smith are greeted at the reception by St.Vincent Fishers Administrator Gary Fammartino. (Submitted photo)

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March 15. Nominations also can be completed in a .pdf format and submitted by email to rvanzant@ iac.in.gov. Nominations originally made, but not selected for the 2015-16 Bicentennial Governor’s Arts Awards, will automatically be reconsidered for 2017. However, nominators may wish to submit updated information if there have been significant changes in the nominee’s accomplishments or contributions to the arts since the original nomination was made.

‘Abstract Painting in Europe, 1949-1968,’ this spring at the Eskenazi Museum of Art at Indiana University — From March 11 to May 7 the Eskenazi Museum of Art will present ‘Abstract Painting in Europe, 1949-1968,’ curated by Jenny McComas, the Eskenazi Museum of Art’s Curator of European and American Art. The works in the exhibition were created between 1949, the year that saw the division of Germany into East and West, and 1968, a year marked by civil and political unrest across the continent, from student and worker uprisings in Paris to anti-Soviet protests in Prague. Ten paintings from the museum’s permanent collection representing artists from Germany, Denmark, the Netherlands, Spain, France, Hungary and Poland will be on view in the exhibition. For more, visit artmuseum.indiana.edu.

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Where’s Amy? THE CAT IN THE HAT?

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Where’s Amy tries Joella’s Hot Chicken Joella’s Hot Chicken has arrived, and Where’s Amy dropped by to try it out. The famous dine-In, takeout and catering chain is the perfect place to take your family and friends. The classic southern chicken house features award-winning chicken, made-from-scratch sides, old-time fountain drinks and delicious desserts. Joella’s friendly service with a mix of southern hospitality makes your visit a delightful experience. Hundreds of Joella fans lined up and even spent the night in tents hoping to be one of the lucky 100 winners of free chicken for a year at the grand opening off 96th Street.

For more, visit hotchicken.com. (Above) Joella’s team members Tina Mason and Joi Norman had fun taking Mike Kueper’s (Fishers) order. Kueper gave Joella’s Hot Chicken two thumbs-up for their famous chicken and waffles. (Photo by Amy Pauszek)

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Comfort Food to Beat the Winter Blues: Baked Spaghetti Submitted content courtesy of Family Features Cook time: 35 minutes Servings: 6 Ingredients: Nonstick spray, 1 package (16 ounces) spaghetti, 1 tablespoon butter, 1 cup chopped onion, 1 cup chopped green pepper, 1 pound ground beef, 1 can (28 ounces) tomatoes with liquid, cut up, 1 can (4 ounces) mushrooms, drained, 1 can (2 1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 2 cups Borden Cheese Mild Cheddar Shreds, 1 can (10 3/4 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese Directions: Heat oven to 350 F. Cook spaghetti. Heat butter over medium-high heat

until hot. Saute onion and pepper until tender.

Add ground beef browned; drain. Stir in tomatoes, mushrooms, olives and oregano. Bring to boil and reduce heat to medium. Simmer 10 minutes. Layer spaghetti, vegetable mixture and cheese. Combine soup with water; pour over casserole. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake uncovered 30-35 minutes, or until thoroughly heated.

Behind bars: Love Potion #9 Get it at Scotty’s Brewhouse, Carmel Ingredients: 1 oz. Pinnacle vodka, .5 oz. Crème de Cacao White, 1 oz. strawberry puree, 1 scoop vanilla ice cream, 1 cup ice, Strawberry Directions: Blend ingredients together, serve in margarita glass and garnish with a strawberry.

The Center for the Performing Arts – 355 City Center Dr., Carmel – thecenterpresents.org Feb. 11 – Carmel Symphony Orchestra: Bernstein and Gershwin Feb. 12 – Guangdong Performing Arts Troupe Hoosier Park Racing & Casino – 4500 Dan Patch Circle, Anderson – hoosierpark.com Feb. 10 – Nick Harless Band Hopwood Cellars Winery – 12 E. Cedar St., Zionsville – hopwoodcellars.com Feb. 10 – Roger & Me Feb. 11 – Natural Mojo

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Old Town of Tallinn, Estonia, from Toompea. (Photo by Don Knebel)

Tallinn: the old and the new Commentary by Don Knebel Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, includes one of Europe’s best preserved medieval city centers. It is also one of the world’s travel most tech-savvy cities.

The city now known as Tallinn was founded on the southern shore of the Gulf of Finland sometime before 1154, when the town appeared on a Muslim cartographer’s map. After the town was captured by Denmark in 1219, it was named Reval. Strategically located between Russia and Scandinavia, Reval became an important medieval trading center. In 1285, it joined the Hanseatic League, a confederation of northern European market towns. Merchants built large homes in an area near the port now called Old Town, protected by stone walls with cylindrical towers topped by conical roofs. In about 1500, wealthy residents added a 400-foot-tall spire to Old Town’s St. Olaf’s Church, making it among the tallest structures in the world at the time. Toompea, a hill overlooking Old Town, was originally a separate town but joined Reval in 1877. Reval

changed its name to Tallinn in 1918 when Estonia declared its independence from the Russian Empire. An 11th century castle on Toompea now houses the Estonian Parliament.

Tallinn, with a population of about 450,000, is home to 32 percent of all Estonians and generates more than half of Estonia’s GDP. One of the most digitally connected cities in the world, Tallinn, the birthplace of Skype, has the largest number of startup companies per capita in Europe. In 2007, Tallinn residents participated in the world’s first internet election.

In 2013, London’s Daily Mail called Tallinn one of the seven smartest cities in the world.

Tallinn attracts more than 4 million visitors a year. Many get a great view of historic Old Town from atop nearby Toompea. In 1997, Tallinn’s Old Town and Toompea were collectively designated a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Don Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. For the full column visit donknebel.com. You may contact him at news@currentzionsville. com.

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20. Young fellow 22. Goldfinger’s first name 24. Mud Creek Players member 27. Jane Austen heroine 28. Primrose School lesson 32. Cancun Mexican Restaurant shawls 34. Rundown shack, e.g.

36. Poker variety at Belterra 37. Indianapolis Zoo beast

39. Colt foe 40. Uncertainties 41. White River catch 44. Katz, Sapper & Miller pro, initially 45. Instrument of India 47. Prayer pronoun 48. Spellbound at a UIndy lecture 49. African pests

Carmel High School Auditorium | March 10-12, 2017 | Hurry! Seats are Limited | www.CrossAndLight.com

www.CrossAndLight.com Suitable for Children Age 8+ with Adult Supervision There are 2 ways to purchase tickets: (1) by mailing a CHECK with this completed order form to OLMC, 14596 Oak Ridge Rd, Carmel, IN 46032 Attn: R. DeKlyen (2) or with CREDIT CARD by visiting www.CrossAndLight.com/Tickets Desired Show (select one) Buyer Information (please fill in all fields) Friday, March 10, 7:00 PM NAME _____________________________________ Saturday, March 11, 2:00 PM STREET ____________________________________ Saturday, March 11, 7:00 PM CITY/STATE/ZIP ______________________________ Sunday, March 12, 2:00 PM EMAIL _____________________________________ Sunday, March 12, 7:00 PM PHONE _____________________________________ (1) Front/Center Sections of Lower Level Price per Ticket

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(2) Includes Premium Orchestra Seating, an invitation to join a private dinner reception with the cast after the show and a special gift only available to VIP guests Questions? deklyenr@olmc1.org or call (317) 663-4021

52. Part of HOMES 54. Indiana State Fair cows and sows 55. Kind of meet 57. Cheapskate 58. Film shot at Evansville: A League of ___ Own 60. Up to, briefly 61. Hoosier interscholastic sports org.

64. 2004 Brad Pitt flick 66. Cruise stopover 70. Sneaks a look 71. White River catch 72. Close by, like Marion County 73. Use a broom 74. ___ Park Prime Steakhouse 75. Bowled over Down 1. Special things 2. Porter Paints color shade 3. Colts org.

4. Remove, as cargo 5. Out for the night at Courtyard by Marriott 6. Singer Carly ___ Jepsen 7. Koran religion 8. Take for granted 9. Trendy berry 10. Weirdo 11. Addams Family cousin 12. Mamma ___!

13. James Whitcomb Riley’s “always” 21. Dada artist represented at IMA 23. Kia dealer Skillman 24. Some Pacers passes 25. White River catch 26. Ball State bigwig 27. IU game channel, sometimes

29. Wabash Central Railroad units 30. White River catch 31. Todd Young, for one 33. ___ Claire, Wis. 35. Biblical verb suffix 38. Young newt 41. Noblesville HS yearbook sect.

42. Fishers breakfast stop 43. Wd. from Roget 46. On the line 48. Palladium banister 50. Zionsville-to-Richmond dir.

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Create a happy heart.

Canvas Painting Event Thursday, February 16 6 – 8 pm IU Health Saxony Hospital Join us for an evening dedicated to your heart health.

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Paint your own “Happy Heart” guided by artist Tanya Roberts.

Receive heart health tips from our expert cardiologist.

Enjoy heart healthy appetizers and drinks.

This event is free, though reservations are required. Space is limited so please call 317.678.DOCS (3627) today to register.

Ages 12 and older are welcome.

Edward A. Harlamert, MD, MBA, FACC, FAHA Cardiologist

Thursday, February 16 | 6 – 8 pm IU HEALTH SAXONY HOSPITAL 13000 E. 136th St. | Capello Conference Room Fishers, IN 46037 ©2017 IU Health