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Dillinger delivers State of the County address

By Sadie Hunter • sadie@youarecurrent.com Hamilton Co. Commissioner Steven Dillinger gave his State of the government County address to a crowd of more than 200 Jan. 27 at Purgatory Golf Club in Noblesville.

Dillinger spoke to a crowd comprised of representatives from each of the county’s four cities, including Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness, along with fellow commissioners Christine Altman and Mark Heirbrandt.

FINANCES Dillinger said the 2015 county budget was $153,121,000, but actual dollars spent were $132,853,000, resulting in an approximate $20.3 million surplus. Overall, the county general fund, COIT (county option income tax) fund and rainy day fund make for a $55,431,000 surplus for the county.

Dillinger said these capital reserves allow for cash flow flexibility, greater leverage on capital improvements projects and the government center expansion, jail expansion and Ind. 37 project.

ROADS AND HIGHWAYS Of all the things discussed in his address, Dillinger said the Ind. 37 project was what he was most excited about.

“I believe that this project will mean more to this community than any singular thing we have done,” he said.

Contributions to the Ind. 37 project include $100 million from the state and $12 million from

inmates.

This rendering shows what the intersection at 146th Street and Ind. 37 will look like once complete. (Submitted rendering)

each the City of Fishers and the county, totaling $124 million. In addition, the county and City of Fishers will put forth an additional $4.5 million each, with a contribution of $16.5 million from the City of Noblesville and approximately $10-$15 million in remaining funds.

PUBLIC SAFETY Correctional campus uses Dillinger said the effects of House Bill 1006, which became effective Jan. 1, will require the county to make changes to its correctional campus. The bill requires level 6 felons to remain in the county jail instead of the Indiana Dept. of Corrections, significantly increasing the population at the jail.

Dillinger said one short-term solution would be to use the third floor of the existing correctional building, which sits empty and was left that way after construction for projected future use and growth. Dillinger said the county is looking at a long-term solution of building another pod on the campus to house approximately 400 additional

Arrest made in Village Pantry armed-robbery case fore 3 p.m. Feb. 4. The officer stopped the vehicle and detained the driver and Fishers investigators were able to positively identify him as one of the Fishers Police Dept. investigators arrested an armed robbery suspects.

Indianapolis man Feb. 4 in conneccrime tion with the Feb. 3 armed robbery Fishers Police Chief George Kehl thanked the Lawrence Police Dept. for its assistance. of the Village Pantry Gas Station at “Maintaining close working relationships with 96th Street and Lantern Road. residents and neighboring law enforceThe Hamilton Co. Dispatch Center ment professionals is essential to keepreceived a 911 call from a Village Pantry ing Fishers a safe place to live, work and employee shortly before 10 p.m. Feb. 3. play,” Kehl stated.

The employee reported two men had Adelrick Woods, 19, Indianapolis, was entered the store demanding money, taken into custody and transported to the with one of the men displaying a handHamilton Co. Jail without incident. He was gun. The employee was unharmed and charged with robbery (a Level 3 felony), the suspects fled the area in a lightWoods pointing a firearm (Level 6 felony), incolored passenger car believed to be timidation (Level 5 felony), theft (a misdedriven by a third suspect. meanor) and carrying a firearm without a license A Lawrence Police Dept. officer observed a (misdemeanor). vehicle matching the description of the suspect vehicle involved in the armed robbery shortly benews@geistcurrent.com

Public safety training facility Dillinger was quick to boast the county’s four nationally accredited police departments in Fishers, Noblesville, Carmel and the Hamilton Co. Sheriff’s Office.

He said Hamilton Co. is the most affluent, successful, forward-thinking county in the state, but within its borders does not have a state-of-theart firearms range for police and sheriff training, an emergency vehicle operations course or a live fire training tower for firefighters.

Plans for such a training facility to include these things was voted against by four county councilors — Paul Ayers, Brad Beaver, Fred Glynn and Rick McKinney — despite being endorsed by all three county commissioners, all mayors and city and town councils, all township trustees and boards and all police and fire chiefs.

Dillinger said, at least for now, the council’s decision has killed the project.

TOURISM Discussing the the 2013-14 economic impact of tourism in Hamilton Co., Dillinger said tourism spending had increase 4.8 percent to $641 million, direct tourism employment had increased 2.4 percent to 10,250, tourism-related taxes had increased 4 percent to $86 million, growth and visitor spending increased to $173 million, and hotel demand increased 10 percent in the past two years.

To see the full version of this article, visit currentnoblesville.com.

Dispatches Funding bill advances – The Indiana House Ways and Means Committee has voted unanimously in support of State Rep. Todd Huston’s (R-Fishers) bill returning $550 million to local governments. The funds were collected from Local Option Income Tax revenue and held in reserve by the state in trust accounts for each county. Under House Bill 1110, local governments can use these funds for any purpose in the community that originally collected the tax.

Democratic Women meeting – The Democratic Women of Hamilton Co. will meet at 10 a.m.

Feb. 20 at the Delaware Township Community Building, 9094 E. 131st St., Fishers. This will be a planning meeting for the upcoming year. Please bring a canned food item to donate.

Teacher of the Month – Entries for this month’s Market District Teacher of the Month contest are due by Feb. 15. To nominate your teacher, submit a 100-word essay about why they’re the best to teacher@youarecurrent.com. Winning entries will receive a pizza party for their class and the winning teacher will receive a $50 gift card to Teacher of the Month sponsor Market District.

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Lawrence PD officer saves boy from frozen pond news@geistcurrent.com The heroic actions of a Lawrence Police Dept. officer helped save the life of a 14-yearold boy who had fallen into a rescue frozen pond.

Lawrence police and firefighters were dispatched to the 9400 block of Bob Drive at approximately 4 p.m. Jan. 30. The boy had fallen through the ice of a retention pond just north of Bob Drive and south of Harrison Community Park.

Lawrence City Councilor Sherron Freeman was doing a ride-along with police officer Dustin VanTreese at the time.

“We got the call, and he said, ‘Oh no, this is a drowning,’ and all he could think of was his kids,” Freeman said. “He said, ‘Do you get carsick?’ I said, ‘No, I do not. Move it.”

Without hesitation upon arrival, officer VanTreese ran toward the child, who was mostly submerged approximately 10-15 feet from the shore.

“I could see the kid with his head above water and hands up on top of the ice and really didn’t even think twice about it,” VanTreese said. “The duty belt came off without even thinking about it, and I was putting my stuff down and jumping in the water.”

The pond’s ice was thick enough near the shore to sustain VanTreese’s weight until he got closer to the boy. The day’s warmer tem-

The Adjutant General for the Indiana National Guard, Major Gen. Courtney Carr, was in attendance at the most recent award Fishers City Council meeting to present the city with an award thanking Fishers for its Hometown Help for Heroes program.

“I’m here not just for the National Guard, but on behalf of all services and all components really to thank you all for your leadership and what you do and the initiative to help our families of those deployed,” Carr said.

The Hometown Help for Heroes initiative was launched in November of 2015. Fishers families with one of the heads of households deployed in a branch of the country’s armed services can sign up on the city’s website, Fishers.in.us, and the Fishers Dept. of Public Works will perform lawn mowing and trimming services as needed in the summer

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peratures had begun melting parts of the ice, but VanTreese said the boy probably thought he was OK because the ice didn’t initially give out under his weight.

Officer VanTreese was able to get to the boy and pull him to safety as medical personnel were arriving on the scene to take him to Riley Hospital for treatment.

“It could have been 20 degrees below zero, it could have been 100 degrees outside — that wasn’t going through my mind,” he said. “I saw this child with his head above water with arms on top of ice who obviously couldn’t get out. He was obviously in danger, in fear of losing his life. I had no idea what the water temperature was, I don’t even recall it being cold — I just remember the cold didn’t truly set in until I got about halfway home to change uniforms.

I realized, ‘OK my lower body is starting to get chilly now.’

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The Adjutant General for the Indiana National Guard, Major Gen. Courtney Carr, thanked Fishers, on behalf of all the branches of service, for launching its Hometown Help for Heroes initiative.

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months and plow driveways and sidewalks during the winter. Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness said five families had their residences plowed following the recent snowfall.

“From my knowledge, it’s the only formal initiative that a city has taken and I think it’s set the stage for others to follow,” Carr said. “You’re paving the way to take care of soldiers’ families so that they have one less thing to worry about while they’re serving the nation.”

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Pedersen named Teacher of the Month news@geistcurrent.com The Market District Teacher of the Month award winner for January is Erica Pedersen, a third-grade teacher at Lantern award Road Elementary, nominated by Andrew Thomas. As a reward, Andrew won a pizza party for his class, and Pedersen won a $50 gift card to Market District.

Here is Andrew’s winning essay: My name is Andrew Thomas and I would like to nominate my teacher Mrs. Pedersen for Teacher of the Month! She teaches 3rd grade at Lantern Rd Elementary School.

I think she should be teacher of the month because she is good at making learning fun.

She lets us play fun math games that I like.

She also lets us earn electronics day, everyone really likes that reward and it makes us want work really hard, and sometimes she lets us watch movies. She never yells at us and is always nice to us and smiles as us.

She gives us a lot of time to finish our work.

She is my favorite teacher so far and I’m glad I’m in her class. I hope she gets chosen to win because she deserves it for being an awe-

Erica Pedersen was the Market District Teacher of the Month for January. Lantern Road Elementary third grader nominated Pedersen, and Market District’s Jim Griffith delivered a $50 gift card and pizza party to Pedersen and her class, respectively. (Photo by Sam Elliott)

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obituaries Dennis J. Hoffman, 72, died Jan. 15. He was the son of George and Alice (Sullivan) Hoffman.

Dennis was a graduate of Marian College in Indianapolis. He worked as a reporter for The Criterion in the 1960s. Thereafter, he worked for more than 40 years as a reporter and copy editor for the Indianapolis Star, retiring in 2007.

In recent years, Dennis was an active volunteer at the St. Vincent DePaul Society Food Pantry.

He enjoyed helping others and working with the other volunteers, especially James and Pam Haffner. Dennis is survived by more than a dozen first cousins. He is also survived by nephews, Adam Chandler and Matthew Sergi; and nieces, Erin Chandler and Katherine Sergi.

Family and friends gathered Jan. 22 at St. Louis de Montfort Catholic Church, where a Mass of Christian Burial was officiated by Rev. Patrick Click. Burial took place at Oaklawn Memorial Gardens in Indianapolis. Condolences: www. randallroberts.com.

news@geistcurrent.com A representative from Google visited Mt. Vernon High School technology last month with a new technology experience that took students from 16 classes on a trip around the world.

The Google Expedition Pioneer Program took students on virtual reality field trips using one tablet and a collection of smart phones and cardboard viewers. The smart phones were placed into the cardboard viewfinders, which depicted 360-degree photo spheres, 3D images and 3D video, complete with ambient sounds.

The teacher can control the images and video from their tablet while sharing notes and details on the destination with the class.

Through their Google Expedition virtual reality field trips, MVHS students were able to visit Rio de Janeiro, Aztec and Mayan ruins and U.S. monuments, among other destinations.

Brennen Wilson and his Mt. Vernon High School classmates peer into cardboard viewers with smart phones inside depicting 360-degree photo spheres, 3D images and 3D video.

(Submitted photos) Rio de Janeiro was among the destinations visited with the Google Expedition technology.

When seen through the viewer, the image appeared in 3D and could be controlled by students’ head movements.

Joann Lyon-McLuckie, 72, Fishers, died Jan. 21 at home. She was born May 27, 1943, to Wallace and Dorothy (Dozier) Horn in Noblesville. Joann was a branch office administrator for Edward Jones in Noblesville. She worked in banking and mortgages her entire career. She was a member of St. Luke’s Methodist Church in Indianapolis. She is survived by her husband of 17 years, Edgar A. McLuckie; son, William Gregory (Cynthia) Lyon; three grandchildren, Hannah Mackenzie Lyon, Bryce Gregory Lyon and Parker Joseph Lyon; and sister-in-law, Judith McLuckie. Services were Jan. 23 at Randall & Roberts Fishers Mortuary, with Rev. David Williamson officiating.

A private burial was held at Crownland Cemetery in Noblesville. Condolences: www.randallroberts.com.

Cathy S. Watson, 60, Anderson, formerly of Fishers, died Jan. 25 at St. Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital. She was born June 11, 1955, to Bernard Watson and Mary Lou (Kerschner) Wicker in Indianapolis. Cathy was an avid shopper and a very loving and caring lady. She enjoyed cooking, spending time with kids and loved her dog, Rocky. Cathy is survived by her sister, Pam Wicker-Corder; nephew, Colton Crossley; god-daughters, Jordan Hervey and Erika Johns; and several close friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death in 2013 by her companion of 34 years, Ed McKinnon; and her step-father, Lowell Wicker. Services were held Jan. 29 at Randall & Roberts Fishers Mortuary, with burial at Highland Cemetery in Fishers. Condolences: www.randallroberts.com.

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Students rock out at first School of Rock show

By Sam Elliott • sam@youarecurrent.com Friends, family and rock and roll aficionados packed Alley’s performance Alehouse Jan. 23 for the first performance

by School of Rock Fishers students since the school opened last fall.

Six students age 10 and younger from the school’s Rock 101 class opened the show, followed by 10 of School of Rock Fishers’ intermediate and advanced students — who played a concert full of rock and roll classics by the Rolling Stones.

“The kids play great music, but to see their faces beaming when they’re playing and everybody’s here and taping it, it’s awesome,” School of Rock Fishers owner Steve McFarland said. “A lot of them just started playing their instruments, and now they’re playing in front of a packed house.”

Students rotated in and out for different songs, and many played more than one instrument during the show while also singing vocals. McFarland credited School of Rock’s model of lining up live shows for students with

Former Hamilton Southeastern High School standout guard Gary Harris is making an impressive transition in his second NBA season.

“He has definitely produced, and I think he’s one of the most improved second-year players in the NBA,” Denver Nuggets athletics coach Michael Malone said.

Harris, averaging 11 points per game this season, said knowing he doesn’t have to prove himself in a short appearance has helped his development.

“I’m getting in a routine and getting a certain amount of minutes per game,” he said.

“I’m able to go out there and play and not worry about making mistakes. Just being out there able to compete and help my team is the biggest difference this season.”

Harris, 21, opted for the NBA Draft after two seasons at Michigan State and was selected 19th in the first round in 2014. The 2012 Indiana Mr. Basketball averaged 13 minutes and 3.4 points in 55 games as a Denver rookie.

“Confidence is the key, I don’t care what sport you are talking about. I think Gary’s confidence is at an all-time high for him because he’s getting an opportunity,” Malone

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From left, vocalist Lizzey Meador, guitarists Keegan Phillips and Nick Graham, vocalist Simon Gardner and drummer Mia Morris during the School of Rock Fishers’ first concert Jan. 23 at Alley’s Alehouse. (Photos by Sam Elliott)

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“This model ramps up their learning so much faster because they take lessons, plus they also rehearse once a week and they know they’re going to play a show. It’s not like you’re just taking lessons and not really doing it for anything,” he said. “It’s cool because you get to play in a real venue, why wouldn’t you want to practice for that, right?

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“I gathered up a decent amount of tickets,” said Harris, who scored 18 points in a loss to the Pacers.

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By Sam Elliott • sam@youarecurrent.com The Spotlight Players’ second production at the Theater at the Fort since the venue’s reopening is one the show’s director has been drawn to for nearly cover story two decades.

So Jim LaMonte is hoping area theater enthusiasts enjoy it, too, as “Blues for an Alabama Sky” begins its two-weekend run on the Lawrence stage at 8 p.m. Feb. 19.

“It was written in 1995 (by Pearle Cleage), and I saw it probably a couple years after it was off Broadway. It just spoke to me,” LaMonte said. “I tend to gravitate toward shows that have humor, drama, struggle, survival — it had everything and great ensemble roles for five actors that have shining moments. I'm attracted to those types of plays.”

The show follows five friends as their lives intersect in a Harlem, N.Y., apartment building in 1930.

“It was a great time for creative people — poets, writers, musicians, artists — they were there at a good time. The Depression hit, and it kind of destroyed that,” LaMonte said.

“The Harlem Renaissance and the Depression is the backdrop, but it's how the characters relate to the struggle and to still pursuing their dreams during that time.”

While struggling through the period and still pursuing their dreams, doctor Sam Thomas, costume designer Guy Jacobs, social worker Delia Patterson and club singer Angel

From left, Alicia Collins, Ennis Adams Jr., Gabrielle Patterson and Onis Dean rehearse a scene from “Blues for an Alabama Sky.” (Photos by Sam Elliott) What: “Blues for an Alabama Sky” Where: The Theater at the Fort, 8920 Otis Ave. When: 8 p.m. Feb. 19, 20, 26 and 27; 2:30 p.m. Feb. 21 and 28 Tickets: Spotlight-Players. org or 366-4795 — Adults $15; seniors and students $12; military personnel $10

Allen befriend Leland “Alabama” Cunningham, a recent transplant to Harlem from the southern state that becomes his nickname.

“Four of them are really good friends, and then there's a dude from Alabama who shows up and is smitten with the blues singer who's been down on her luck,” LaMonte said.

“They take him in, but he's not adjusting well to the way things are in Harlem during that time.”

The vast majority of the show takes place in Jacobs’ apartment — where he has a shrine dedicated to Josephine Baker as he’s determined to design attire for the entertainer — and in the across-the-hall apartment belonging to Patterson, who’s career involves working with Planned Parenthood founder Margaret Sanger to bring a birth control clinic to Harlem. Patterson’s work brings her into contact with Thomas and Allen moves in with Jacobs as the play begins after losing her job singing at the Cotton Club.

“This has humor, love, users, abusers, struggles — it has everything in it as far as characters go,” LaMonte said.

The cast includes local performers Gabrielle Patterson as Angel Allen, Onis Dean as Leland “Alabama” Cunningham, Phillip Armstrong as Guy Jacobs, Alicia Collins as Delia Patterson and Ennis Adams Jr. as Sam Thomas.

Six “Blues for an Alabama Sky” performances span two weekends beginning Feb. 19, with Friday and Saturday shows hitting the stage at 8 p.m. and Sunday matinees at 2:30 p.m. For more, or to order tickets, visit Spotlight-Players. org, or call 366-4795.

MEET THE CAST Gabrielle Patterson Role: Angel Allen Patterson on Allen: “I'm Angel Allen, and I'm a complex character — who's a hooker…

Angel is really fun and she's uncensored, so she gets to say whatever she wants to say and I like that about her. She just kind of does whatever she wants to do and she bosses everybody around. She kind of intimidates everybody, so I think that's kind of cool because that gives autonomy to kind of run around here doing what I want.”

Onis Dean Role: Leland “Alabama” Cunningham Dean on Cunningham: “He just meets this girl that reminds him of his ex-wife and he just immediately falls for her. The thing I love most about the character is he's just completely different than who I am as a person. He's a guy that's just seen a lot of hurt in his past, but at the same time, as an audience member, you're not sure if you want to feel sorry for him, or maybe he's a little bit crazy. There's just a lot going on with him as a person.”

Alicia Collins Role: Delia Patterson Collins on Patterson: “She’s a 25-year-old social worker. She’s very conservative. She is in a movement with Margaret Sanger to help build some family planning clinics, but she is also very open-minded and romantic, in a storybook style. She’s never experienced anything … I like her because she's the opposite of me.

It's actually acting, but I do have a heart for social work.”

Ennis Adams Jr. Role: Sam Thomas Adams on Thomas: “Sam is the doctor of the group.

He loves life and has a lot of fun. I love the energy he brings to the show; he just always has that energy and excitement. He's kind of a playboy — and as the show progresses, a reformed playboy.”

Phillip Armstrong Role: Guy Jacobs Armstrong on Jacobs: “He is a costume designer. He is an unashamed gay black man in 1930s Harlem, N.Y. He likes to drink, he likes to have fun and he kind of likes to tell it like he feels it is.

His dream is to go to Paris and design costumes for Josephine Baker, and there's nobody that can tell him he won't do it.”

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Ruined by success Commentary by Terry Anker Success hasn’t ruined us yet – at least that is what we hope. We move forward in life ever concerned of failure. Some of us even become so thin-skinned as to achieve hyper-sensitivity to perceived criticism of our own short-comings. Indeed, it is the rare human who dispassionately reviews one’s own accomplishments. Did we “earn” this accolade? Did “we” make it happen?

Most human achievement comes from collaboration. Sure, a good leader independently can move the ball significantly. And, one might argue, the team cannot win without a stellar quarterback. But how do we account for the personal contribution that we’ve made without assuming that our participation was seminal? How do we avoid the overconfidence that is often fostered, some might argue fomented, by triumph?

The pages of this newspaper, like the homes and businesses in this community, are filled with good people who are striving to improve their lives and the lives for whom they care. We aggressively pursue

education. We work hard. We think, read, and talk at rates unrivaled in our state and on par with some of the best on the national and international stages. Confidence is required to fuel this endeavoring. Scientific studies prove people seldom pursue objectives they believe beyond their capacity. So how do we manage to remain sufficiently self-assured to push our limits without becoming so arrogant as to tempt spectacular failure?

Certainly, we must remain vigilant of ourselves. Ask hard questions, and don’t take a pass for bad behavior. Too, isn’t subjecting one’s self to a higher authority a guard against conceit? Religious faith, a mentor of consequence, an old and trusted friend – each can urge us to challenge our own suppositions. If success is as dangerous as failure, shouldn’t we be as suspicious of it?

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

Q U O T E O F T HE WEE K The most incomprehensible thing about the world is that it is at all comprehensible.

– Albert Einstein

At this point in my parenting career, I’ve cheered for a kid in just about every type of sport. And though humor I’ve never had to endure a 15-inning baseball game or clavicle-breaking hockey match, when you consider my almost-professional grade status as a dance mom, you can easily label me as a seasoned sideliner. I know exactly the right protocol for field seating, how to subversively seek out like-minded parents, and when to show up with a Diet Coke versus an MRE. But yesterday was a new experience for me, as I attended my first ever Color Guard competition.

(And let’s be clear – Color Guard is absolutely an athletic team. Any activity where a child can be concussed by a flying wooden rifle if the thrower lacks arm strength, hand-eye coordination and endurance is a sport in my book. ‘Nough said.)

The first thing I appreciated was that I didn’t have to drive my daughter; she rode the team bus. All I had to do was show up, pay the $6 admission fee and locate the gigantic-cupcake-offering concession stand. So far, so good. But then an elderly woman refused to let me enter the gym. “A school is performing, ma’am. You have to wait until they’re finished.” What? I’d cut my time short thinking they’d run behind, but this was Color Guard. Military precision was kinda their thing. As I stood cursing my poor judgement and contemplating the overpowering of one blue hair, she finally opened the door.

Another group was folding their tarp and I could see my daughter’s team approach the floor. I quickly found a seat and surveyed my surroundings. Maybe a hundred parents, but not a sign, pom or bedazzled tee in sight. Note to self: Leave air-horn in purse; not that kind of crowd.

The announcer introduced their number; they danced, tossed and spun for about five minutes; and then it was over. I left.

I literally got in, got out, and no one got hurt. How do I feel about indoor, on-time, fast Color Guard competitions? Flags down, they’re my new favorite!

Peace out.

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

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Out of the ashes into a new life Commentary by Rev. Michael VandenBerg What an exciting time of the year — the Super Bowl has just finished, religion Mardi Gras is in full swing as I write, and Ash Wednesday was Feb. 10.

For many, they know the Super Bowl is the pinnacle of the football season, Mardi Gras is the height of outdoor city-wide parties, but Ash Wednesday? Every year, Christians around the world celebrate Easter by leading in the week before with waving palms and songs of celebration. The King is coming, The King is coming, hallelujah. Of course the week progresses with a last meal with Jesus’ disciples, his execution, and then the most astonishing event in all of history — his coming back to life, conquering death and again, celebration.

Ash Wednesday is the front of the bookend events to which Palm Sunday is its conclusion. The previous year’s palms that were waved in victory have dried and been tossed out. It seems a good metaphor of our short memories and even shorter sense of satisfac-

tion in the victories of life. Those same palms are burned and the ashes saved as we come to Ash Wednesday. They are then placed on the forehead of believers to remind them of their own mortality and the frailty of life.

Ash Wednesday is the beginning of the season of Lent. Lent is not so much about what we are giving up but about what we have become and, in Christ, what we can become. The season is a time of focus on what, if left to our own devices, our lives will become — death. The Bible repeatedly tells us the result of sin is death. If you sin, you die.

If you are not completely pure, you die. If you fall short of what God created you to be, you die. It then says everyone has fallen short of God’s created perfection by our own choice, so we are in danger of dying.

The good news is that Jesus, the only perfect human/god, died in our place to pay the price so we might not have to die. Believing and accepting his work on our behalf brings about total forgiveness. It doesn’t make us perfect, but it does make us forgiven and with that we can live forever with God in his kingdom and in his perfected living. In other words, we can again become the people we

were created to be, not by our own works but by God’s forgiveness.

Imagine, we start with a human party with all its depravity, move to recognizing our mortality and sin, celebrating the perfect payment of our debt to God and ending with that debt being paid so we can live forever as the victors of life. It is like winning the Super Bowl, not just for a season, but forever. It is a celebration that goes on forever, not just a day. It is no more ashes but always new and perfect living.

If you have never been part of the Lent journey from ashes to new life to fire, I encourage you to find a church that you can experience this lasting new life, new hope and a new you.

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.

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It’s a brew ha ha Commentary by Dick Wolfsie I like to read newspaper articles containing the words “exercise” or “workout” in the headline, hoping research will humor prove the whole thing is actually bad for you. In the early 1900s, scientists divided people into two groups to compare their relative health. Half exercised daily or had jobs that required physical exertion. All those people are dead now. So, there you go.

A new study claims beer drinkers exercise on a more regular basis, but scientists caution people not to misunderstand these findings. A jogger might assume that a positive correlation between exercising and drinking serves as an excuse to overindulge. This could result in a serious running problem.

The volunteers installed an app on their smart phones to document when they imbibed and when they exercised. This generated false data because, after a few drinks, a lot of the subjects clicked on the wrong icon and ended up playing a really lousy round of Angry Birds. Also, people drank more than usual on the day they went to the gym … which may explain why I can’t remember the last time I exercised.

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I’d suggest careful attention to your choice of libation during your workout routine. If you are jumping rope, opt for a nice, hoppy ale. An ice-cold draft seems appropriate while running a winter marathon. If you are trying to add some bulk to your frame, then enjoy a hearty stout. Attempting to break a world record for push-ups? A Guinness, of course. Okay, that was way too many examples.

In more news, a pub owner in Wisconsin sponsors a weekly meet-up called Butts and Beers. Following aerobic activities, he provides a wide selection of local brews. The annual shindig is a 5K run, but it’s only a hundredyard dash. (The K stands for Keg.) Finally, there’s a new sports drink called Lean Machine. It’s basically beer with less alcohol. A growing number of fitness buffs are drinking this stuff just to be hip.

Who can resist beer pressure?

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Where’s Amy? ‘Where’s Amy?’ is a photo column by Amy Pauszek, a society girl and film producer and partner with Ever Film Productions, LLC. She may be reached at aepaws1@comcast.net.

“Where’s Amy?” was rocking and rolling out to the tunes from “Grease” at Bella Vita Lakeside’s new bar, “The Waterline,” in Geist.

Daryl Randall surprised his wife Alyona Yakovleva-Randall (Indiana Ballet Conservatory founding artistic director) with a 40th birthday bash with more than 150 friends and family. Guests included Richard and Donna Deer, Alpha Blackburn and Vern Fleming of the Pacers.

Friends dressed the part wearing black leather and pink satin jackets to celebrate Alyona’s favorite movie of all time, “Grease.” Bella Vita Lakeside General Manger Corey Bensley and Operations Manager Jimmy Burgess made sure everyone felt like they were at home and served specialty drinks and delicious food off their new menu.

Yep, it’s safe to say the night was filled with chills that were multiplying, and the power was electrifying! Happy Birthday to “Where’s Amy?” pink lady pal Alyona, and fire up for many more parties and events to come. “Where’s Amy?” can’t wait to see you there!

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From left, Jan Harbin, Krassi Ibrahim, Alyona Randall, Alpha Blackburn, Melissa King and Kaitlyn Renaldo

From left, Tony Bennett, Daryl Randall, Michael Bocchino and Steven Dickerson

‘Where’s Amy?’ hits a big Bella Vita birthday party Hollywood came to Bella Vita Lakeside at Geist. Daryl and Alyona Randall entertained more than 150 family and friends for Alyona’s 40th “Grease”- themed birthday bash. Daryl and Birthday Girl dressed the part in their official “Grease” leather and Pink Ladies jackets. (Photos by Amy Pauszek for Current Publishing LLC. Copyright 2016. All Rights Reserved.)

Winners of Current’s Valentine’s Day essay contest To read the winning essays about the most romantic proposals, visit http://youarecurrent.com/?p=232. The contest was sponsored by Moyer Fine Jewelers, Prime 47 and Kroger.

FIRST PLACE – Gail Blackburn, Dan Moyer of Moyer Fine Jewelers and Jay Blackburn. Gail, of Carmel, won a pair of David Yurman Hoop Earrings.

FIRST RUNNER-UP – From left, Armando and Lindsey Campuzano and Jeremiah Hamman, director of Prime 47. The couple, of Noblesville, received a gift card for dinner.

SECOND RUNNER-UP – John and Mary Pierce, of Noblesville. They won a Kroger gift card. (Photos by Marka Sonoga)

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FEBRUARY 18 – 20 Warm up your vocal cords, put on your poodle skirt, and join Civic Theatre in this exclusive three-day screening of Grease! Sing your heart out while watching John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John on the silver screen. Complete with a costume contest, this is an interactive, electrifyin’ sing-along you won’t want to miss.

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317.810.1352 | 710 S. Rangeline Rd. Carmel, IN 46032 Family Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, 1-5 p.m. at Nickel Plate Arts – There’s no sweeter way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with your family.

Bring the kiddos to Nickel Plate Arts for children’s activities, crafts ($5 each) and sweet treats. Admission is free throughout the day.

Celebrations of Creativity and Craftsmanship: Charlene Brown • Celebrate art in the community and support the work of Charlene Brown. She is especially talented in painting portraits, creating both vividly realistic images and artistically unique works. • Feb. 17 at noon • Free, donations accepted • Museum of Miniature Houses & Other Collections: 111 E. Main St., Carmel • 575-0240 • www.museumofminiatures.org

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“Grease” Movie Sing Along • This special sing-a-long event is a screening of the 1977 film “Grease,” with lyrics on the screen. You can be the vocal star of the show! Join in all the fun and get prom pictures taken, enjoy pre-show refreshments, hand-jive lessons, costume contest, free Magic Moments Fun Packs and the premiere of the show. This is the ultimate “Grease” fan’s dream come true! • Feb. 18-19 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 20 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. • Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre: 3 Center Green #200, Carmel • Adults $20, students $15 • 843-3800 • www.thecenterpresents.org

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The Belfry Theatre presents: Red Velvet Cake War • Directed by Connie Murello-Todd, in the “Red Velvet

Cake War,” you’ll meet the Verdeen cousins from Sweetgum, Texas. As the eccentric family gathers on hottest day of July in the middle of Texas tornado season for a day of adventure and humor, you’ll wish your family reunions were this much fun! • Weekends in Feb. 19-20 and 26-27 at varying times • Adults are $15, Kids ages 12 and under are $12 • The Belfry Theatre: 10690 Greenfield Ave., Noblesville • 773-1304 • www.thebelfrytheatre.com Carmel winter farmers market • Missing the Farmers Market this winter season? Check out the Carmel Winter Indoor Farmers Market, featuring locally grown and produced foods such as winter vegetables, meats, eggs, maple syrup, honey, baked goods and cheeses. The market offers a chance for consumers to purchase local produce at reasonable prices. • Feb. 20 from 9 a.m. to noon. Recurs each Saturday. • Founders Park All-Purpose building: 11675 Hazel Pkwy, Carmel • 710-0162 • www.carmelfarmersmarket.com

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The Hobbs Sisters • Stonegate Elementary invites the public to a special evening celebrating unique human differences and kindness. Community members will share personal, touching stories, followed by a concert by the Hobbs Sisters. The girls are country music artists born in Indiana and are coming home to give back to the community.

Proceeds from the concert benefit HELD, a nonprofit that helps financially support families with special needs children. Before the night ends, don’t miss a special surprise from two Zionsville Community School administrators! • Feb. 20 at

6:30 p.m. • Zionsville High School Performing Arts Center: 1000 Mulberry St., Zionsville • 873-8050 Celtic Nights • A cast of six of Ireland’s most talented international dancers and musicians will leave Carmel ringing with the sounds of both traditional and contemporary Celtic music! Their show, “Spirit of Freedom,” tells the story of Irish independence through music, song, dance and storytelling. Celtic Nights honors the struggle of a people fighting to gain their freedom and to achieve true democracy. Feel free to come early and enjoy an Irish Music Session in the east lobby, hosted by popular local musicians. • Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. • The Center for the Performing Arts at the Tarkington: 3 Center Green, Carmel • $15-$55 • 843-3800 • www.thecenterpresents.org A Living History Trade Fair And Annual Antique Arms Show • Come see the 33rd annual show, set between 1700-1899 and featuring antique items including tables of arms, black powder supplies, blacksmith equipment, swords, knives, period clothing, pottery, and Americana collectibles.

Re-enactors will be present. Other features of the event are door prizes, food availability, and free parking. Wear your fancy duds if you’d like! • Feb. 20-21 • Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds: 2003 E. Pleasant St., Noblesville • 513-2399 Images of Japan • Japan: The Land of The Rising Sun. Become immersed in its beauty, culture, and people which have inspired a number of composers to create some of their best works.

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The Indiana Wind Symphony brings to life some of these songs on the stage with the compositions of Holst, Gilbert, Sullivan and others. Conducted

by Charles Conrad. • Feb. 21 at 2 p.m. • The Center for the Performing Arts at the Tarkington: 3 Center Green, Carmel • $5-$40 • 843-3800 • www. thecenterpresents.org Drawing class • Learn to improve your artistic skills in this art class for all skill levels. Nickel Plate Studio Artists Bruce Neckar and John Reynolds will provide subject matter and provide tips. Nickel Plate Arts will be responsible for providing graphite sticks, newsprint and drawing boards, although participants may bring their own materials. Must be 15 or older. • Feb. 22-Mar. 7, recurring each Monday from 7-9 p.m. • Nickel Plate Arts Campus: 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville • $100/10 weeks • 452-3690 • www.mkt.com/ nickel-plate-arts/drawing-class-session

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The Cat in the Hat • The Civic Theatre brings Dr. Seuss’s beloved classic, “The Cat in the Hat,” to life on the stage. Get the family together and relive the rhythmical magic of Dr. Seuss. This special series of shows is in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday, which is quickly approaching on March 2. Sensory friendly performances on select dates.

• Feb. 23-Mar. 3 at various times. Sensory friendly performance Feb. 27 at 2 p.m. and Mar. 1 at 10 a.m. • The Center for the Performing Arts at the Tarkington: 3 Center Green, Carmel • $10-$15 • 8433800 • www.thecenterpresents.org

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By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Acclaimed playwright Tracy Letts’ first piece, “Killer Joe,” will make an appearance at Theatre on the Square, 627 theatre Massachusetts Ave., Indianapolis, Feb. 19 to March 5.

The west Dallas family lives in a trailer home and struggles severely with money. The son and father decide to kill the mother to be able to dip into her insurance settlement.

Killer Joe, a detective by day who moonlights as a murderer, is hired to kill the mother.

“It’s tragic, but it’s also hilarious because these are people who are not super educated at all, and they will probably never get out of that trailer,” Director Lori Raffel said. “This is the one hope they have to go somewhere and to get out.”

Raffel said the play is definitely rated R, with strong language and some sexual content. She also said the main reason she can pull off directing the play is due to her actors.

“It’s really an important piece because Tracy Letts is amazing, and I just think it’s such an important piece of theatre,” she said. “Most people don’t do it, or don’t even think about doing it, because it is so hard to do. First of all, you have to get some amazing actors because

From left: Nate Walden as Chris, Dan Scharbrough as Ansel, Lisa Marie Smith as Sharla, Ben Asaykwee as Killer Joe and Jaddy Ciucci as Dottie will all be a part of ‘Killer Joe.’ (Submitted photo)

they have to be fearless and do everything these characters do, which is basically fighting for their lives in this trailer with Killer Joe.” Raffel spent nine months recruiting the actors for the play.

The play will be set in a cabaret-style, so the audience feels as if they are really involved in the family’s trailer.

“The toughest part is getting people to care about these characters, it’s hard to get someone to care about this family that’s planning on killing their mother,” Raffel said.

For tickets, visit tots.org/current-season/.

Dispatches Night and Day Calendar – Find the full Current Night and Day calendar plus more reviews and entertainment content online this week at CurrentNightandDay.com.

Comedian Dave Dugan in Zionsville – On Feb. 20, comedian Dave Dugan will be appearing at Bubs in Zionsville. Dugan’s 2016 winter comedy tour “Sleight of Hand, Sleight of Mind,” debuted earlier this month at Bubs in Carmel to a sold-out audience.

Joining Dugan on stage will be Jeff Bodart from the Bob Dugan and Tom Show. Show time is 9:45 p.m. Tickets are $12 at the door, or can be reserved by calling Bubs at 344-0927.

Family Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, 1-5 p.m. at Nickel Plate Arts – There’s no sweeter way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with your family.

Bring the kiddos to Nickel Plate Arts for children’s activities, crafts ($5 each) and sweet treats. Admission is free throughout the day.

Valentines dinner with Special Olympics Hamilton Co. — Come for a Valentines Dinner for Two and enjoy dinner while all proceeds benefit Special Olympics Hamilton Co. The dinner is from 6-9 p.m. Feb. 14, at River Glen Country Club in Fishers.

One ticket is $90, and includes dinner for two

people. To register, visit eventbrite.com. Checks can be made payable to SOHC, and purchased the day of event.

Valentine’s Date Night, Feb. 13, 6-9 p.m. at Nickel Plate Arts – Make this the most creative stop on your Valentine’s Day evening! Enjoy artist-led art projects for couples, live performances, and wander through the Nickel Plate “Hoosier HeartLand” exhibit. We will also have adult beverages and decadent nibbles. A creative way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your significant other, for girl’s night out, or even a mother-daughter night on the town. Cost is $10/pair for each activity; buy four activities get one free. Check nickelplatearts.org for details or to sign up.

The Warehouse – The Warehouse in Carmel will have performances all through the year. Upcoming shows include: Howie Day on Feb. 27, Rickie Lee Jones on March 4, Jon McLaughlin on March 9, Stacy Mitchhart on March 11, Jim Lauderdale on March 12, Darlingside & David Wax Museum with Haroula Rose on May 5, and Tom Rush on May 19.

For more, visit liveforthemusic.com.

Shen Yun – On March 8 and 9, the show Shen Yun will be on stage with a live orchestra at Clowes Memorial Hall of Butler University in Indianapolis.

For more, visit ShenYun.com/Indianapolis.

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Your weekly serving of Just the Ticket

Mudbugs Cajun Café, sitting in the Carmel Arts and Design District, was opened in 2007 by two local familes, the Uricks and the LeBlancs. Currently the LeBlancs own and run the eatery, which features modestly priced Cajun cuisine, including gumbo, jambalaya, crawfish casserole and po’ boy sandwiches. Meals are constructed using recipes by a Louisiana native and promise authenticity and great taste. Patio dining available.

Type of Food: Cajun and Creole cuisine Food Recommendation: Miss Ann’s

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Address: 20 W. Main St., Carmel Phone: 843-8380

A fun spin on mac and cheese Commentary by Ceci Martinez Our freshman college son came to visit for the winter break and my husband and I were so much looking forward to this special family moment. I asked my son to show up what he could cook. This was a wonderful and fun way to connect with him and for sure we will always remember the closeness and joy from this special time!

BROCCOLI MAC AND CHEESE Serves: 5 to 6 Ingredients: 1 pound elbow macaroni, 2 1/2 cups coarsely chopped broccoli florets, 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus 2 tablespoons for bread topping, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 1/2 cups whole milk, 1 tablespoon ground mustard, 3 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated, Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for topping, 1/3 cup fresh or dried plain bread crumbs Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Butter a baking dish. Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add pasta and broccoli. Cook until pasta is al dente. Drain pasta and broccoli, return to the pot. Meanwhile, put a saucepan over medium heat, add seven tablespoons of butter, once melted, stir in the flour. Cook stirring continuously for one minute. Pour in milk in a slow stream, whisking constantly

Mac and cheese made for a good family meal with a teenager back at home. (Photo by Ceci Martinez)

to prevent scorching. Reduce heat to low, add mustard and cheddar cheese, whisk until most of the cheese has melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the sauce and one cup parmigiano to pasta, mixing to coat pasta evenly. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish. In a small bowl, melt remaining two tablespoons of butter. Stir in the bread crumbs and scatter them over the top. Grate a little more cheese over the top. Bake until the sauce is bubbly, top is golden brown and crispy, about 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool for five minutes, before serving.

Ceci Martinez is a Zionsville resident who was born in New York and raised in Peru. For more of Ceci’s recipes, visit currentzionsville.com.

Behind Bars: The Alexander Martini Get it at Prime 47, Carmel Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Woodford Reserve bourbon, .75 oz.

Amaretto Disaronno, Splash of pineapple juice, Splash of cranberry juice Directions: Shake vigorously with ice and pour in martini glass. Named after guests Rex and Barb Alexander.

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‘Celtic Nights’ comes to Palladium

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Those interested in culture will be able to take a step into Ireland as the Center for the Performing Arts brings “Celtic dance Nights” to Carmel.

Although “Celtic Nights” has never presented at the Center before, Anne O’Brien, vice president of marketing and communications, said that other cultural performances have made for happy patrons.

“Celtic Nights” will present their production “Spirit of Freedom” on Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. at the Palladium.

“We have presented several different Irish performances over the course of the past few years and our patrons have absolutely loved each performance,” O’Brien said. “We are seeing the same kind of welcome reception for this group.”

An Irish Music Session will be performed in the east lobby of the Palladium that will feature local, well-known musicians. Those attending “Celtic Nights” who show up early will be able to see local musicians perform together with traditional Irish classics. Food and drinks will be on sale at the concessions in the lobbies.

“It will be a high energy evening, where

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Dancers from the group Celtic Nights. Celtic Nights will present “Spirit of Freedom” at the Palladum on Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. (Submitted photo)

the audience will be engaged through song, laughter, dance, music, storytelling, narration and stirring visuals,” O’Brien said. “‘Spirit of Freedom’ introduces a multitalented cast featuring singers, dancers, musicians and actors to celebrate celebrating 100 years of Irish Independence.”

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Fishers residents Albert “Bud” and Beth Rees celebrated their 70th Milestone wedding anniversary Feb. 1 with a gathering of friends and caregivers in the Cardiac Rehab gym at IU Health Saxony.

It’s a milestone the couple said they wouldn’t have reached without the care of IU Health Saxony cardiologist Dr. Edward Harlamert and his team behind hospital’s Cardiac Rehab program.

Bud, 91, has had several challenges with his heart, resulting in a pair of stents put in place.

He completed Phase II of IU Health Saxony’s Cardiac Rehab and has stayed on as part of Phase III of the program. Bud visits the hospital’s gym and works out three times per week on the treadmill and bicycle and sometimes lifts weights. Beth, 90 as of Feb. 8, will join him with she’s feeling up to it.

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Albert “Bud” Rees, IU Health Saxony cariologist Dr. Edward Harlamert and Beth Rees celebrated the Rees’s 70th wedding anniversary Feb. 1.

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home Beth grew up in one mile away from the hospital. The couple was married Feb. 1, 1946 — two weeks after Bud returned to the United States from serving in Normandy and the South Pacific in World War II.

REA D ER ’ S V I EWS Cigarette tax increase a ‘big win’ Editor, (On Jan. 28,) the Indiana House of Representatives Ways & Means Committee passed House Bill 1001, which includes a $1 tax increase on cigarettes. Proceeds from the tax will be allocated to Medicaid. This is a big win for the health of all Hoosiers. Increasing the tax on cigarettes will affect the health, both physically and fiscally, of the state. Indiana lawmakers finally are recognizing that the tax, which has been in place since 2007, is $0.99 lower than most surrounding states and ranks 34th nationally, needs to increase. The adult smoking rate in Indiana is 22.9 percent, six percent higher than the national average.

Tax and policy are proven to be the best ways to curb smoking.

Increasing the tax by $1 promises to do the following:

• Lead to as much as a 7-percent decline in adult smoking rates.

• Provide 1.4 billion dollars in long-term health care cost.

• Decrease youth smoking by 12 percent over time.

• Prevent 20,400 premature smoking deaths.

About 77 percent of Hoosiers support using increased tobacco taxes as revenue generator. If you support the tax increase, contact your legislators and let them know. As House Bill 1001 moves to the Senate, it’s even more critical to communicate your support of increasing the tax to protect youth, assist this who smoke to quit and to improve the state’s fiscal viability.

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Dispatch IU Health hospitals hosting Women’s Heart Health Diners – IU Health North will host a evening dedicated to women’s heart health from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 16, and IU Health Saxony will host a similar event Feb. 23. The free two-hour dinner programs will include a heart-healthy meal designed by IU Health chef Peter Fulgenzi and cardiologists Dr. Pantila Vanichankarn (North) and Dr. Farooq Iqtidar (Saxony) will be the keynote speakers. Seats are limited and can be reserved by calling 688-DOCS (Health) or 678-DOCS (Saxony).

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MD Architects of Fishers designed the building and Meyer Najem Construction — headquartered one block north of the Four Day Ray site — is the general contractor.

“It doesn’t get any more local than that,” Four Day Ray co-founder Chris Welsh said.

The brewery, restaurant and bar will occupy more than half of the nearly 20,000-squarefoot structure being built at the corner of North Street and Lantern Road.

“The culmination of our efforts and the opening of the brewery are just a few short months away,” co-founder Brian Graham said.

“Everything has come together better than we ever imagined and we are very excited to be a part of the Fishers Community.”

The Four Day Ray founding team also includes Matt Troyer and Mitch Ackerman. Four Day Ray plans to distribute its craft beer to local bars, restaurants and liquor stores shortly after opening and the brewery will offer tours and tapping experiences on site in addition to featuring food, beer and live music. The building will also include 8,800 square feet of available office space for lease.

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Construction of Four Day Ray’s brewery and restaurant is underway at the corner of North Street and Lantern Road. (Submitted photo)

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Four Day Ray Brewing will sit at the corner of North Street and Lantern Road. (Submitted rendering)

“The addition of Four Day Ray to the Nickel Plate District adds to the vibrancy of our downtown. Seeing this team of local entrepreneurs break ground on this project is very exciting for the City of Fishers,” Mayor Scott Fadness said. “Not only will the new destination offer locally sourced food and craft beer, but the additional office space in the Nickel Plate District is in high demand and much needed.”

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The goal was to achieve an engaging room to enjoy with family and friends.

1. The structural beam in the bar area was enclosed with rich, dark wood creating an architectural feature within the space.

2. New cabinetry was installed to feature bottles and glasses.

3. A built-in taps system was installed allowing the homeowners to keep their favorite beer on tap.

4. Two TVs were installed providing the perfect space for game day.

5. The built-in entertainment stand was replaced with a small stage creating the perfect spot for the homeowners’ young daughters to sing and dance.

6. The rich wood and warm colors were carried into the adjoining bathroom and bedroom completing the overall space.

Before Background info: This home is located in the Lynnwood at Plum Creek Subdivision in Carmel. The basement was stuck in the ’90s, and the homeowners were ready for a more custom basement they could use for entertaining family and friends.

Before problems: The homeowners love spending time with family and friends, but their basement lacked the function they desired. Even though the basement was large and open, the space appeared sectioned off, causing awkward and underutilized areas throughout. The homeowners were ready for a space to enjoy.

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The Hermitage: Arts and cats Commentary by Don Knebel The Hermitage, in St. Petersburg, Russia, occupies more than two million square feet and owns more than 650,000 works of art.

The museum’s collection also travel includes a large number of cats.

What is now the Hermitage began in 1764 when Russian Empress Catherine the Great bought 225 paintings, including 13 Rembrandts, from a Berlin art dealer. She soon acquired works by Rubens, Velazquez and other European masters and eventually owned nearly 80,000 items, including cameos, engraved gems, coins and books. Catherine kept her treasures in a building named “the Hermitage” she erected adjacent the Winter Palace, the home of Russian czars. Catherine’s successors continued purchasing art treasures from around the world and displayed them in adjoining buildings. The three million items in the collection, now owned by the government, include “Benois Madonna,” Leonardo da Vinci’s earliest painting, “Crouching Boy,” a Michelangelo sculpture, Egyptian antiquities, Greek and Roman statuary, Chinese porcelain, ancient gold jewelry and some of the most important O R A C L E

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Since the time of Catherine the Great, cats have lived at the Hermitage, originally to control mice that might attack the priceless art. When the Romanov family and its dogs were evicted from the Winter Palace in 1917, later to be executed, the cats were left behind. Today, about 70 cats live in the Hermitage, looked after by three volunteer caretakers. The cats’ exploits are chronicled by their own press agent.

Especially during tourist season, the large crowds at the Hermitage permit only glances at its extraordinary treasures. But even a glance at some of the most important art in the world makes the visit unforgettable.

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

Del. Avail. Call today 317-480-6463

New Queen Solid Wood Cherry Sleigh Bed HB/FB/Rails.

Still in the boxes. Can Del $275 OBO 317-480-6463

Rental Lease: Hamilton county, new built 2015, brick, ranch, 3 split br, 18x12 br w/i/closet, e/i/kit, great rm 18x16, 9ft ceiling, appl included, 2 car gr, 1400 + sf, $1250/ mo., credit check. No pets or drugs! Sylvia Scott 317-804-2791.

Full-Time And Part-Time Bus Drivers Must have HS Diploma and Public Passenger Chauffeur’s or CDL License (or ability to obtain) $11 or more per hour, depending on experience Great benefits!

• Paid training • Health Insurance • 401(K) match • Free life insurance

• Paid holidays • Paid vacation • Free uniforms

Apply in person at 1555 Westfield Road, Noblesville Or call (317) 773-8781 ext. 103 for more information Application available online at janusinc.hirecentric.com/jobsearch RECEPTIONIST Westfield manufacturing company located at US 31 and SR 32 is seeking a part-time receptionist. Compensation ranging from $10 - $13 per hour.

Flexible hours, expect 20 – 30 hours per week. Experience with Word, Excel and Outlook required. If interested, please email resumes to apccareer@gmail.com

NOW HIRING Class A CDL Drivers Apply online at: www.westfieldsteel.com

Fast growing Home Inspection company looking to hire a minimum of two Inspectors immediately.

Construction and/or real estate background a must. Will train non-licensed applicants.

Send resume and background documentation to: info@cvhi.us

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SENIOR1CARE JOB FAIR

MSD WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP TEACHER RECRUITMENT FAIR Elementary: March 7, 2016 Secondary: March 8, 2016 5:00-7:00 p.m.

On-the-spot Interviews

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, please join us in Noblesville for our JOB FAIR. Empathy is more important than experience, as full training is provided. Refreshments and on-the-spot interviews will be provided at Noble Coffee on 2/22 & 2/23 from 2p-6p. Come and learn about: • FREE CNA Training • Top pay, including overtime & Bonus • Great full time and part time hours • Fun working environment

FREE Refreshments Noble Coffee 933 Logan St, Noblesville, IN 2p-6p 2/22 & 2/23

For more about our family’s story visit senior1care.com/in-memory.

Can’t make the open house, call today and set-up an interview at 317-652-6175 or stop by our Carmel office.

EOE

Now Hiring

Interviews on the spot!

Bring your resume & dress for success!

8550 Woodfield Crossing Blvd.

Indianapolis, IN 46240

WHY MSDWT?

International Baccalaureate o Teaching at all grade levels!

Competitive Salary o $40,500 beginning teacher salary & full benefit package!

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

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

Automotive Technicians & Retail Positions - Open House Hiring Event!

Firestone Complete Auto Care is hosting a Hiring Event for Automotive Technicians and Retail Sales Teammates for ALL of our locations in the Indianapolis, IN area!

INTERVIEW DAY!!!

Join us for a day of interviewing at your convenience Firestone Complete Auto Care 5002 Southport Crossing Place, Indianapolis, IN 46227 Saturday, February 20th, 2016 • 10:00 am to 4:00 pm Positions Available: Tire Maintenance Technician / Mechanic Entry Level Technician Entry Level Mechanic / Technician Senior Mechanic / Automotive Technician Lead Mechanic / Master Technician LOCATIONS Greater Indianapolis Area • Greenwood • Speedway Castleton • Carmel • Fishers • Noblesville For more information visit http://bridgestoneretail.jobs/ Contact Valerie @ snidervalerie@bfusa or 317-280-7567

Now Hiring

Part-Time Communications Assistant Reports to the Senior Pastor of Hope The Breakfast Church 12-18 hours per week, 9am-3pm Primary Requirements: Website Development experience, excellent written communication skills, a value for detail, and an entrepreneurial motivation.

Starting wage: $12 per hour Please submit your resume along with a writing sample to: Office@hopechurchindy.org All applicants will receive a response

Now Hiring

Now Hiring

Seeking Compassionate Caregivers

Advertising Assistant

Want a chance to make a positive difference in someone’s life? Clarity Caregivers is the company for you!

We provide non-medical, in-home personal care/elder care services throughout Indiana. Experience helpful, but not necessary — if you’re caring, compassionate, and eager to help, we want to hear from you!

Send your resume. Contact: applicant@malkoffandhughes.com.

Now hiring General Manager: Responsible for day to day operations of store, hiring training and supervision of around 20 staff members, maintain a highly clean facility at all times, and exhibit and teach a customer focused attitude.

Requirements include 2 years minimum of retail managerial experience, excellent communication skills, work as a team, be able to work in a high volume high energy environment, create a positive customer experience, must be available to work weekends and holidays.

Please fill out our on-line application at monkeyjoes.com/castleton and send your resume to c.howard@monkeyjoes.com.

Advertising Assistant needed for up to 15 hours per week: Assist Senior Advertising Executive in the day to day tasks and operations as needed: Flexible daytime hours Please email resume to: Marka Sonoga Advertising Manager at: marka@youarecurrent.com

Now Hiring Servers and Line Cooks APPLY IN PERSON 160 E Carmel Dr. Carmel, IN CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTITIVE Westfield service company located at US 31 and SR 32 is seeking seasonal CSR’s.

Compensation ranging from $11 - $13 per hour. 40 hours per week.

Experience with Microsoft Office, excellent phone skills and a customer service mindset required. If interested, please email resumes to apccareer@gmail.com

The Greenskeeper, Inc. Fall Landscape Services Seasonal Help Wanted Now Thru Mid-December Landscape Labor: Fall Clean-ups & Leaf Removal: Must apply in person at our Westfield location.

17309 Westfield Park Road 317-804-8877

Now Hiring Housekeeper needed:

Passionate About Health and Fitness?

Motivated, Outgoing, and Like Helping People?

Then We Are Looking for You! A Few Benefits of Working for Us: Get Valuable Training in Health and Nutrition, Fun and Flexible Environment, and FREE Supplements.

If Interested, Send Resume to jobs@pointblanknutrition.com.

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

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

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Village of West Clay $15.00 per hour Call (317) 440-5624.

CAR WASH Rama Car Wash Employment Rama Car Wash is looking for hard working and dedicated individuals.

These candidates should be available for full-time and part-time work.

Must have flexibility in schedule and enjoy working outdoors.

If interested you may download a application from www.ramacarwash.com under our employment section and bring it into the Carmel Dr. location.

Rama Car Wash 431 East Carmel Dr. Carmel, IN, 46032

Need to fill A Job Opening?

Place your classified ad with Raquel. Call 489.4444. ext. 4

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A WOMEN’S HEART HEALTH EVENT

Dedicate one night to an important fight—heart disease.

Join us at IU Health Saxony Hospital for an evening dedicated to your heart health. We’ll share information about heart disease, specifically as it affects women, tell you symptoms to be aware of and provide the latest information for prevention. This FREE event includes: ■

Presentation by our expert cardiologist, Dr. A. Farooq Iqtidar

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Heart healthy food tips

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A heart healthy dinner

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Door prizes

IU HEALTH SAXONY HOSPITAL WOMEN’S HEART HEALTH DINNER Dr. A. Farooq Iqtidar Cardiologist Tuesday, February 23, 6-8 pm Space is limited.

Call 317.678.DOCS (3627) to register.

IU HEALTH SAXONY HOSPITAL 13000 E. 136th St. Fishers, IN 46037 iuhealth.org/saxony

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