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AN OCEAN AWAY Mt. Vernon High School students raise funds for primary schools in Nigeria / P8

Lawrence officers of the year named / P3

Final primary election filings / P3

Fishers students celebrate Black History Month / P5

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Lawrence announces officers of the year news@geistcurrent.com Earlier this month, Lawrence Police Chief David Hofmann recognized the Officer of the Year Recognition Award winners POLICE for 2017.

LPD had co-officer of the year award winners – officer Stuart Bishop and officer Aaron Clegg. Both were nominated by their peers.

Bishop joined the LPD in 2013 after serving in the U.S. Air Force as a reserve officer/deputy in Montgomery County, S.D., Hendricks County, S.D., and Speedway (Ind.) Police Dept.

He also served full-time as a police officer at the VA Hospital prior to joining LPD. In 2017, Bishop led the Operations Division in overall arrests with 52 felony arrests and 69 misdemeanor arrests. According to his peers, Bishop “consistently demonstrates dedication and commitment to the City of Lawrence through proactive police work,” which included the life-saving efforts of a suicidal person and capturing armed felons during crimes in progress.

Clegg joined the LPD in 2015 after serving as an emergency medical technician. According to his peers, “Clegg has displayed a consistent work ethic during his tenure with LPD, where his attributes include selfless

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service, is tactically sound, proactive, able to lead and be part of a team, and he has demonstrated excellent report writing throughout the year.”

Clegg also was recognized as one of the most proactive officers on third shift in 2017, making 25 felony arrests, 58 misdemeanor

arrests 64 uniform traffic tickets, 145 traffic warnings and 1,470 assist runs. He also participated in two separate incidents where his decisive actions resulted in de-escalating and stabilizing potentially life-threatening situations involving individuals attempting to self-harm.

FINAL PRIMARY ELECTION FILINGS

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The primary election is May 8. The deadline to file candidates for file for office was Feb. 9. To find your polling place, register to vote, or find more election information, visit hamiltoncounty.in.gov/219/elections-office.

• U.S. Senator — Mike Braun (R), Joe Donnelly (D), Luke Messer (R), Todd Rokita (R) • U.S. Representative (Fifth District) — Susan W. Brooks (R), Jennifer Christie (D), Dion Douglas (D), Sean Dugdale (D), Eshel Faraggi (D), Kyle Brenden Moore (D), Dee Thornton (D) • U.S. Representative (Sixth District)— Mike Campbell (R), Thomas G. Ferkinhoff (R), George T. Holland (D), Jonathan M. Lamb (R), Jeannine Lee Lake (D), K. (Jasen) Lave (D), Stephen M. MacKenzie (R), Luke Messer (R), Greg Pence (R), Jim Pruett (D), Lane Siekman (D), Jeff Smith (R), Joshua Williamson (D)

• U.S. Representative (Seventh District) — André D. Carson (D), John L. Couch (R), J. Jason Davis (R), Donald Eason, Jr. (R), Curtis D. Godfrey (D), Wayne “Gunny” Harmon (R), Bob Kern (D), JD Miniear (R), Pierre Quincy Pullins (D), Sue Spicer (D), Tony “Big Dog” Van Pelt (R) • Indiana State Senator (District 26) — Dave Cravens (D), Mike Gaskill (R), Steffanie Owens (R), Dave Ring (D) • Indiana State Senator (District 31) — Crystal D. LaMotte (R), Derek Camp (D), James W. Merritt, Jr. (R) • Indiana State Representative (District 37) — Aimee Rivera Cole (D), Daniel J. (Dan) Greenhalgh (D), Todd Huston (R) • Indiana State Representative (District 53) — Robert (Bob) Cherry (R), Nancy Tibbett (D) • Indiana State Representative (District 87)

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RECEPTION HELD FOR ART IN CITY HALL FEBRUARY EXHIBIT

Mt. Vernon’s “Don’t Miss the Bus” app launched last month. (File photo)

MVCSC launches bus tracking app

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Last month, Mt. Vernon Community School Corp. launched an app designed to keep parents and guardians in the loop while their kids are on the bus or preparing to get on the bus.

ROADS The app, “Don’t Miss the Bus,” will help parents and guardians send their child to the bus stop at exactly the right time, especially during inclement weather. Notifications will be sent with updates through the app.

The app, free to MVCSC families and accessible through the district’s Family Access Skyward accounts, is also a mobile tracker, although it is on a 10-second delay to most phones.

A flyer with instructions to set up the app is available for parents and guardians at bit.ly/2DHkoTm. Technical support also is available by contacting support@mobiltrackr.com or calling 317-457-8110.

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“Everyone is so friendly!”

—Resident, Marilyn Clark

Assistant Director of PR Casey Cawthon said some of the best Love Fishers comes from students. (Submitted Photo)

Love Fishers opens for second year

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com

Hear why Marilyn loves her life at The Reserve at hamiltontrace.us/independent-living.

Between the excellent dining and all the new friends she’s met, Marilyn feels at home at The Reserve. She says, “I exercise every day now, which is a wonderful thing! I also love to bring my kids and grandkids over for meals. The chef is fun and it’s a great place to share with family.” If you’d like to meet residents like Marilyn, call 317-813-7777 to schedule a visit.

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For the second year, the City of Fishers is using February as a time for residents of all ages to submit essays on ESSAY reasons they love Fishers.

Assistant Director of Public Relations Casey Cawthon said some of the best feedback comes from students. The city is working with Hamilton Southeastern Schools to encourage students to write their essays during class time.

“Some of the coolest feedback we hear is from students. The questions they ask and things they share enjoy doing is really rewarding,” Cawthon said. “(Love Fishers) is really instilling community pride. Anybody is welcome to submit stories about why they love Fishers, like nonprofits, businesses, employees, residents, all ages.”

Submissions are accepted through Feb. 28. There is no word limit.

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GEIST STUDENTS TAKE PART IN NEW CONNER PRAIRIE EXPERIENCE

Conner Prairie President Norman Burns introduces the Makesmith exhibit during a preview event last month. (Photos by Anna Skinner) Rachel Poe speaks about the exhibit.

Students from Geist Elementary test a chain reaction creation Jan. 31 in the Create.Connect exhibit at Conner Prairie in Fishers. The students participated in a new indoor field trip experience that recently launched, during which elementary students and homeschoolers got to explore science, technology, engineering and math and learn how they connect to Indiana’s history.

The indoor area is open year-round but offers expanded programming from November to March when Conner Prairie’s outdoor grounds are closed for the season. (Submitted photo)

Norman Burns cuts the Makesmith exhibit ribbon with board members, child volunteers and others.

Sara Gable, right, assists Eva Suarez with sewing.

Lisa Vaughan, left, and Laura Vaughan work on a project.

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Mt. Vernon High School students raise funds for primary schools in Nigeria

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com The AfriCAN Club began as a way to connect students to classroom content. It has since grown into an opCOVER STORY portunity for Mt. Vernon High School students to help peers in Nigeria while learning life lessons along the way.

MVHS social studies teacher Katie Weaver-Miller launched the club when she realized students were disconnected from what they learned in class.

“I created this club because I wanted to add a service element into the classroom.

As a geography teacher, I would teach about Africa but found many students did not feel connected with the content,” Weaver-Miller said. “I had a professor in college that worked directly with the people in Nigeria and thought it was a great opportunity for my students to put faces to the information in the textbook. I wanted our students to know that you don’t have to wait until you’re an adult to be a great change-maker.”

AfriCAN Club raises funds for primary schools in River State, Nigeria. Through local students’ service, they learn to plan and execute ideas, work within a team and communicate in a professional manner.

Weaver-Miller said the skills will then become valuable assets when pursuing higher education and entering the workforce.

“Our 14- and 15-year-old freshmen in Fortville can make a huge impact in the lives of children an ocean away,” Weaver-Miller said.

“And so AfriCAN was born, and each student involved knows they can make a difference.

We want our students to walk away understanding that helping others can come in many forms. Hopefully, when they leave Mt. Vernon, they will have a greater heart for service, and that is one of the best types of lessons we can share.”

Co-facilitator Nikki Scruggs, an MVHS resource department instructional assistant, is in her fifth year with the AfriCAN Club. She and Weaver-Miller met while coteaching a geography class at MVHS. “I have always been a service-minded

Approximately 150 MVHS students are members of the club. (Submitted photo)

person, and Katie’s passion for the project spoke to my heart. I became involved with AfriCAN because I feel that it is our duty as humans to assist our fellow man when we are able,” Scruggs said. “I hope to foster that same sense of service in their hearts. I believe that if they can start to make a difference in the lives of others at a young age, that (it) will carry on through adulthood.”

AfriCAN Club began nine years ago and has grown to 150 students. The application process is simple, but students must compose a résumé and cover letter to become an executive officer.

MVHS junior Claire Virt joined the club because she said she enjoys working with clubs that help other people.

“I would tell other students it is important to get involved because this helps you stay informed and aware of the world around you,” she said. “Donations are always welcomed and appreciated, but I believe the best donation you can give is the gift of your time, so I encourage others to join the club.”

Virt is involved in other clubs like Best

Buddies, Green Team, Voice and various student boards, but she said AfriCAN Club is unique.

“AfriCAN Club is different because it focuses on making a positive global impact, and I feel like this promotes diversity and acceptance of other cultures,” she said.

MVHS Principal Greg Roach said AfriCAN Club and other MVHS service clubs show

the true hearts of MVHS students.

“One of our areas of focus at MVHS is service learning,” Roach said. “Our clubs that organize activities for the benefit of others falls right in line with that area of focus.

I am extremely proud of our students for their willingness and eagerness to help others in need.”

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FUNDRAISING FOR NIGERIA Mt. Vernon High School’s AfriCAN Club fundraises for three primary schools in River State, Nigeria. The club was founded in 2009. Since then, it has raised more than $13,000.

In its first year, the club raised $378.

Last year, it raised $2,852.

Club co-facilitator and MVHS teacher Katie Weaver-Miller said each year’s fundraisers are student-led. Fundraisers are determined based on students’ ideas.

Past fundraisers include selling T-shirts and hosting a dance.

“We are always trying to beat the previous year’s amount, and donations

are always welcome,” Weaver-Miller said.

“Some years are better than others, but the key is being consistent and steadfast in our mission to help others in whatever capacity we can.”

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Old habits

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Commentary by Terry Anker “You are brushing your teeth all wrong,” she said, seemingly a bit concerned that the basic skill had not been mastered some years earlier. Was the well-intentioned hygienist serious? There was a bit of indignation.

But as the reasons behind the admonishment unfolded, her point was made. The expertise, though long mastered, had been interpreted through the eyes of a child and lacked maturity.

Taught to pursue the exercise in personal hygiene about the time we exit elementary school, most of us assume that we’ve long figured out the task and have it fully under control. We know how to brush our teeth.

Yet, is it conceivable that techniques have improved, needs have changed and, perhaps, we shouldn’t let a 9-year-old determine how we maintain our oral health?

It is said that one cannot teach an old dog new tricks. But how many decisions in our lives, made years before, continue to constrain our thinking and limit our alternatives? How much could we advance if we simply undertook to improve our method?

Many argue that change for its own sake is a good unto itself. Others rightly hold that consistency is the superior plan. Is there a place between the two – one that urges us to routinely reevaluate our behaviors and thoughtfully update them?

There is little doubt that old habits die hard. Still, we know that they rarely die of natural causes. If we took inventory of the choices that rule our lives, how many of those choices have long outlived their freshness dates?

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

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READERS’ VIEWS On celebrating America Editor, Mayor Scott Fadness, you have done some very fine things in our town, but you have really got this one wrong: Fourth of July. My parents were Irish immigrants, and we lived in a culturally rich neighborhood on the south side of Chicago. Some of our neighbors spoke very little English, but they sang “It’s a

Grand Old Flag” and waved their flags and walked along beside the parade. They were so proud to be American and loved being part of the celebration. As “we try to fully involve the Fishers community,” let’s not forget why we are so happy to be celebrating this wonderful country.

Margeurite Tully, Fishers

Thank you Terry Anker Editor, Terry Anker, I like the commentary you wrote and titled in the last Current.

Well, it’s finally happened, friends. The dreaded “I hate you” came spewing forth from my 13-year-old after I HUMOR grounded her, along with an evil stare worthy of Damien himself. I replied, “I love you!” But as soon as she slammed her bedroom door, I burst into tears. Teenage girls!

I should have known my time would come. My older daughter has been a relatively drama-free child. I don’t know whether she bottles it all up and vomits her vitriol quietly in the night or if she’s one of those kids that is rarely phased by anything. Regardless, I’ve been lulled into a false sense of security that running the mom-of-girls marathon would be over a flat course with frequent hydration stops and plenty of motivational signs.

Wrong! I can’t say anything right. I’m either too “up in her grill” or not involved enough, and all of my rules are stupid.

Furthermore, none of her friends have ever been grounded, and how does keeping her home on a Saturday night teach her anything, anyway? “Don’t talk to me!”

Ugh, I hate this discipline stuff. Mothers are programmed to make their babies happy, not ruin their lives, which, according to her, I’m clearly intent upon doing. And Doo’s out of town, which means I’m in the parenting ring alone against a strong-willed eighth-grader who’s not afraid to throw a sucker punch.

I know I’m doing the right thing and that she’s merely testing her boundaries, but sweet mercy. If this is a sign of things to come, I’m in deep trouble.

Peace out.

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

Thanks for making your ideas heard and noticed.

Jonathan Hardy, Fishers

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The other day, my wife’s cell number popped up on my caller ID. “Hi, Mary Ellen.”

HUMOR “I adore you,” came the reply.

My wife is a loving person, but she is not given to romantic declarations on her way home from work. And yet, she added, “Sometimes, I can’t get through a minute without thinking about those romantic times we had in Rio.” What could be more romantic than Rio? The problem is: I’ve never been to Rio. I kept listening: “While my husband is still alive, we will never find happiness. We have to get rid of him. Soon.”

I found this disconcerting.

Then I heard a man’s voice: “You are the brightest star in my galaxy, the cherry on my cake, the rose in my bouquet.”

It was bad enough my wife wanted me eliminated, but being killed with clichés was not how I wanted my life to end.

When Mary Ellen got home, I let her know I was aware of her desire to have me whacked. I wasn’t subtle.

“Mary Ellen, you are the brightest star in

my galaxy, the cherry on my cake, the rose in my bouquet.”

“I’m so embarrassed. How did you hear that?”

“You accidentally hit redial on your cellphone. I overheard the conversation in your car. How long has this been going on?”

“Since last month. I was trying to end it, but you know how hard that can be. Once you start something, you feel like you have to finish it. I’ll pay the penalty.”

“You’re certainly cavalier about the whole thing. How much longer do you see this continuing?”

“Not much longer. My book on CD was due at the library yesterday. It’s trashy, but I have enjoyed it.”

I’m glad Mary Ellen doesn’t want to liquidate me, but she is hurt that I was so suspicious. So far, I haven’t been man enough to say I’m sorry.

As of today, the apology and the CD are a day overdue.

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

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By Sadie Hunter • sadie@youarecurrent.com Conner Prairie each year offers its unique camps to kids in central Indiana.

Breaking their own record last year for OUTDOORS summer camp participation at 2,226, the interactive history park’s camp programming is always popular, as camps sell out quickly.

“Conner Prairie’s grounds offer a unique experience,” Conner Prairie Summer Camp Manager Julie McCarthy said.

“Hiking trails, the White River for canoeing, a swimming pond, the historic grounds and our tethered helium balloon provide an unmatched summer day-camp experience.”

Adventure Camp Conner Prairie’s flagship camp. Campers will take part in ziplining, swimming and water sports, horse riding, archery, hiking and more. This weeklong camp is offered over 10 different weeks, May 29 to Aug. 3. For ages 5 to 15. $220/ members and $250/non-members. Learn more and register at connerprairie.org//things-to-do/events/adventure-camp.

Science Camp for Girls At this camp, girls will experience science, technology, engineering and math activities by inventing and taking part in various science experiments. June 4-8.

For ages 8-12. $220/members and $250/ non-members. Learn more and register at connerprairie.org/things-to-do/events/ science-camp-for-girls.

Science Camp for Boys At this camp, boys will experience science, technology, engineering and math activities by inventing and taking part in various science experiments. June 11-15. For ages 8-12. $220/members and $250/non-members. Learn more and register at connerprairie.org/things-to-do/events/ science-camp-for-boys.

Archaeology Camp Participants in this camp will learn how to discover and investigate ancient cultures by excavating a recreated excavation site on the Conner Prairie campus. June 18-22. For ages 8-12. $220/ members and $250/non-members. Learn more and register at connerprairie.org/ things-to-do/events/archaeology-camp.

Maker Camp Campers will explore a variety of materials, techniques and skills, both historic and modern, and use them in creative ways.

Combining art, crafts and engineering, this camp will encourage campers to create and innovate through hands-on projects. June 25-29 and July 2-6. For ages 8-12. $220/members and $250/ non-members. Learn more and register at connerprairie.org/things-to-do/events/camps/ maker-camp.

(Photos courtesy of Conner Prairie) Photography Camp Campers will learn about lighting, focal points, exposure, angles, composition and more while practicing different types of photography, including portraits, landscape, nature, journalism and more. Along the way, campers will learn about the origins of photography and how images are important to history. July 23-27. For ages 8-12. $220/members and $250/non-members. Learn more and register at connerprairie.org/things-to-do/events/photography-camp.

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School of Rock camps boost interest, ends in show

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Carmel resident Kristin Rauh called enrolling her son Aidan, now a Guerin Catholic High School freshman, in his MUSIC first School of Rock summer camp in 2013 one of the best decisions she ever made.

“Being totally immersed in the music for five days allowed Aidan to explore his interest with several different instruments,” Rauh said. “The summer camp gave us an opportunity to trial the School of Rock program and introduced us to the amazing instructors and staff. We loved it so much we’ve been with the program ever since.”

Amy Tobias said the camps have been the perfect thing for her son Sam, a Carmel Middle School eighth-grader, to do in the summer.

“School of Rock is a wonderful atmosphere for kids to not only grow their musical talents, but also grow their confidence and teamwork and develop great friendships,” Tobias said.

Sam is signed up for the Classic Metal camp this summer.

Elyse Causey, School of Rock regional manager, said this is the seventh year of camps in Carmel and the second year in Fishers.

“The beginner camp might be our most popular,” Causey said. “It’s a great way for

younger kids to not only start learning an instrument but to become fully immersed in learning one, and to really jumpstart their learning. Parents are always amazed that when they drop their kid off on Monday having never picked up an instrument before, and they come back for the end of the week show on Friday, their kid is not only playing an instrument but playing in a band, and playing fun rock songs.”

Causey said students who have been playing for a longer period have their choice of themed camps: a Foo Fighters camp in either Carmel or Fishers, or a Classic Metal or Songwriting camp in Carmel.

“These camps are designed to help push students in their skills on their instrument in drums, keyboard, guitar, bass or vocals by being fully immersed in playing in a band setting for a full week,” Causey said.

“The students perform eight to 10 songs on Friday afternoon on the patio at Soho Cafe in Carmel or the Kroger patio in Fishers in front of family and friends.”

Causey said the Fishers site is offering a shortened summer camp for ages 6 to 7 in the week-long rookies camp, which will meet for three hours each day.

For dates, times and prices of camps, visit locations.schoolofrock.com/fishers and locations.schoolofrock.com/carmel.

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“This year is all about opPARKS tions,” Parks Director Tony Elliot said. “In the past, we have done half-day camps and a range of different camps from recreational to environmental and educational-based camps.”

This year, the parks department will have exElliott panded offerings in the form of half-day and full-day camps.

“Some of those full-day camp offerings are focused on technology,” Elliot said.

Camps are $75 for a whole week of halfday sessions and $150 for a whole week of full-day sessions. Registration for Fishers residents opens March 1, and registration for non-registration opens April 2. Camps begin June 4 and run through July.

Fishers Parks and Recreation also offers benefits to students on free and reduced lunch programs.

“For our summer camps, we provide camp for no cost to students through the

HSE school system who are on free lunch and 50 percent off camp for students on reduced lunch,” Elliot said. “We waive those fees based on the needs the families might have.”

For more, visit fishers.in.us/index. aspx?NID=167.

MORE PARKS DEPARTMENT CAMPS • Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation: Registration is open for Summer Camp Series and opens April 1 for half-day camps. $80- $740. June 4-Aug. 3 (Summer Camp Series) and June 11-Aug.10 (half-day camps). More: carmelclayparks.com • Noblesville Parks and Recreation: Registration now open. $60-$155. June 4-Aug. 3. More: noblesvilleparks.org • Westfield Washington Township: Registration opens April 9. $85 to $130.

June 5-July 26. More: westfieldwashingtontwp.us • Zionsville Parks and Recreation: Registration opens 9 a.m. March 3 and is in-person only at Zion Nature Center. $10-$85. June 5-July 27. More: zionsville-in.gov/summercamps

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one without having to give up their entire summer. The teenagers get there on a MonA Noble Crossing Elementary fifth-grader, day, audition and get their parts. They learn the music and dance all in one week, and Mason James, is already a Christian Youth Friday evening they’ll put Theater THEATER regular. on the musical.”

Ryan Shelton will head James has up the artistic portion of been in seven CYT producthe camp. tions, and one of his favor“He’s one of our most ite activities is the summer popular directors and hancamp. dles the shows throughout “It’s like a class but it’s the year,” Baltz said. a little bit more familyThe camps for ages 4 to like,” James said. “You get 7 are half-day. to know them a little bet“We usually have 10 ter because you get more camp coordinators. Most time with them. It’s just of them are CYT or high really amazing.”

Back row, from left, Melina Ilard school students or college The camps are a week of Carmel, Cassie Speckman of students who have gradulong and divided into age Noblesville and Josie Mahin of Inated out of CYT and come groups, ranging from 4 to dianapolis. Front, camp counselor 18. A teenage camp does a Haley Butcher of Fishers. (Submitted back over the summer to photo) help with our camps,” Baltz musical at the end of the said. “If it fills we just hold another group week and will perform “Elf, the Musical.” and hire more camp counselors. We try at “Last year we did ‘Into the Woods,’ and it was really successful,” CYT Executive Direc- CYT never to turn kids away.”

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“I really believe that this camp, other than being such a unique experience by being on the water and learning how to sail and being in a sailboat, it teaches a lot of good, lifelong lessons,” sailing camp director Michelle Sarber said. “We talk about the weather, we do a lot of knot tying, and knowing how to sail is just one of those skills. We have kids 4 years old and sailing and older adults in their 80s still sailing.

It’s really a lifelong sport.”

In addition to the Junior Training Camp, which targets novice, intermediate and advanced levels, the Indianapolis Sailing Club will offer a new, three-day race camp for advanced sailors only.

The camps run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. each day. Kids are encouraged to bring their own lunch and are required to bring a life jacket. Some of the camp takes place in a

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By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Ziplining, archery and swimming are just a handful of activities offered during the Boys & Girls Club of NoADVENTURE blesville’s Camp Crosser.

The camp offers sessions for spring break, summer break and fall break. Registration for summer break camps opens March 26. Camps begin June 4 and continue through July. Camps last one week, with an overnight camp each Thursday.

BGCN Director of Development Nathan Helm said registration is first come, first served, and slots fill quickly. Sixty campers will be accepted for each summer session.

“The purpose of Camp Crosser is to provide our local youth with an opportunity to step outside into nature and experience the adventures it has to offer. Camp is an experience that every kid deserves, and there’s nothing like watching their faces light up that first time they experience our zip line across the White River,” Helm said.

“In a high-tech, fast-paced world, our kids need that chance to step away from their devices while learning and exploring the great outdoors.”

Boys & Girls Club of Noblesville club member Jackson Dumas ziplines during Camp Crosser.

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Camp Crosser is for youth ages 6 to 12 and runs from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily.

Campers can be dropped off as early as 7:30 a.m. and stay until 6 p.m.

Campers must be a BGCN club member, and the price to participate in the camps is $100. To become a member, cost is $45 and includes after-school care throughout the year. Prior to registration, non-members can fill out a membership form online or at the BGCN office at 1700 Conner St., Noblesville.

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DISPATCHES Music for All to host Summer Symposium in June — On the Ball State University campus, from June 25-28, Music for All, a national music education organization, will host its annual Summer Symposium. The summer camp, held for more than 40 years, is dedicated to band and orchestra students and teachers. The camp includes factions for color guard, drum majors, concert band (middle and high school), jazz, marching band, a music production boot camp, orchestra, percussion and more, along with special programming for leadership and peer teaching. To learn more, visit camp. musicforall.org.

Summer Spectacular Show Choir Camp — Carmel High School Choirs will host its third annual Summer Spectacular Show Choir Camp from June 4 to 7. The camp is for students who will be entering fifth through ninth grade in the fall. There will be three groups divided by age. The fifth and sixth graders will rehearse in the morning from 9 a.m. to noon, Monday through Thursday.

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Westfield Washington Schools summer camps — Beginning March 1, Westfield Washington Schools will open its online enrollment for its 2018 summer camps.

Camps will run from May 31 through Aug. 3, and range in offerings with both-half day and full-day weeklong camps, kindergarten through grade 12. A complete catalog of all camps will be posted to wws.k12.in.us this week and will include descriptions of each camp, times, prices and online enrollment instructions. For more, email mychild@ wws.k12.in.us, or call 317-867-8017.

Kids Camp and Camp Quest return to Geist Christian — Geist Christian Church’s Weekday Ministries program will host two summer camps beginning in May and lasting through August for individual, four-day week camps. Kids Camp, for kids age 3 to kindergarten, will alternate each week between its Mud Creek campus and Promise Road campus beginning May 29. Camp Quest also will occur at both campuses beginning June 4. To learn more, or to register, visit geistchristian.org.

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Camp sites this year include Zionsville, Carmel, Indianapolis, Avon, Noblesville and Fishers.

Although Indy STEM has offered other types of camps in the past, Indy STEM Camps director Matthew Mullholland said Minecraft camps are the most well-received.

“Minecraft is such a popular game among elementary and middle school children because it allows children to explore and create and to use their imaginations like

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no other computer game can,” he said. “Our camps provide a safe and secure social environment that integrates STEM through the use of a computer game that students know and love.”

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HEPL to kick off reading program editorial@youarecurrent.com Just off of its winter reading challenge last month, Hamilton East Public Libraries in Fishers and Noblesville READING will again offer its annual summer reading program, “Libraries Rock,” beginning June 1 and lasting through July 31.

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Those interested can register anytime through the library’s book discovery service, Beanstack, at hepl.beanstack.org/ reader365. When the program officially begins on June 1, readers can log in to their account and begin recording the number of pages read.

For more information, visit hepl.lib.in.us.

DISPATCHES MyArt camps — MyArt is offering a wide variety of summer art camps for kids age 5 and older at its locations in Carmel (622 S. Range Line Rd.), Fishers (11720 Olio Rd.), Noblesville (804 Coffee Tree Lane) and Zionsville (88 N. First St.). Campers draw, paint and create art all centered on a specific theme. Campers will learn how to create using markers, oil and chalk pastels, colored pencil, acrylic and watercolors. Four-day and one-day camps are being offered at each location. For more, visit myartindy.com.

Heritage Christian offering summer sports camps — Heritage Christian High School is now taking registrations for its summer sports camps. Camps include: boys soccer, boys and girls tennis, girls soccer, girls basketball, boys baseball, boys basketball, boys football and girls volleyball. For more, visit hcsconnect.net.

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Camp Cathedral will kick off its annual summer camp programming in early June with nearly 40 camp programs, STEM and this year, the camps are unique, covering many areas of interest, including academic and STEM camps, to camps on cooking, writing and filmmaking and more.

But some camps, like the week-long Mermaids & Unicorns Camp for kids in Kindergarten to grade 3, may stand out among the rest. Camps on popular book and film franchises, like Harry Potter and Star Wars, along with the annual Superhero Camp, also will stand out.

About a dozen of Cathedral’s camps have a strong science, technology, engineering and math tie, covering popular themes like Minecraft and Lego.

New camps include a Moana Island Adventure Camp that follows the Disney animated film “Moana,” a Lost World of Dinosaurs Camp, and a We the People Constitutional Law Camp.

Additional academic programming fills out approximately half of Cathedral’s summer camps roster with a strong focus on

Safari camp gives participants the opportunity to interact with live animals. (Submitted photo)

media production, including filmmaking, photography, writing, speech giving, graphic design, journalism and more.

One camp, Service to Create a Smile Camp, will give students in grades 4 to 8 the opportunity to give back within the Indianapolis community. Kids who take part in this camp will work with area charitable nonprofits.

Cathedral’s most popular camps are its adventure camps. Selling out last summer, the adventure camps are offered in five sessions through June and July for grades 5 to 9.

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DISPATCHES Ascension names new Chief Strategy Officer — St. Vincent, part of Ascension, has named Christine Frederic as the new chief strategy officer.

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Former Enron CFO to speak – The CFA Society of Indianapolis will host the 2018 Annual Investment Forum from 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. March 18 at Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meridian St. Among the guest speakers will be Andy Fastow, former CFO of Enron Corp. Fastow pleaded guilty to two counts of conspiracy in relation to the Enron case, and in 2006 he was sentenced to six years

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Entrepreneurship series – Carmel Clay Public Library will host Selecting Your Business & Kitchen Table Entrepreneurship from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 26. Join speaker Saidah Pearsall, founder of Shea Bodyworks, as she shares her journey from a transforming a kitchen table business to a retail and online store.

Free tax assistance – The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program offers free tax help to people who make $54,000 or less, persons with disabilities and limited English speakers who need assistance in preparing their own tax returns. IRS-certified volunteers provide free basic income tax return preparation with electronic filing to qualified individuals. To find assistance, visit IRS.gov.

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quickly. But that wasn’t the case with town citizens.

“The older folks came wearing their For years, Tim Wright has contemplated old school colors,” Wright said. “They did writing a book about the basketball team not want to wear the new school colors of his youth.

BOOK of black and white and gold. Red and Wright, who is better known white was the French Lick Red Devils and as part of the The Wright purple and white was West Baden SpruBrothers Band, was a first-grader when dels, which is a German word for mineral Springs Valley High School reached the springs.” high school boys state semifinals in its Wright said the second home game first season as a consolidated school. The people started showing up in Black Black Hawks finished 25-1 after losing in Hawks’ colors since they were 3-0. the semifinals to eventual state champion “By the fifth game, everyone is on Fort Wayne South, led by 7-foot center board because they’ve won every game,” Mike McCoy. Springs Valley’s tallest player Wright said. “Both towns are starting to was 6-1. catch on that something is going on. It As the team approaches its 60th anTim Wright with a copy of his book “The Valley was an amazing season. There were some niversary, Wright has finished his book, Boys.” (Photo by Mark Ambrogi) unbelievably close games and games that “The Valley Boys,” under his full name of shouldn’t have been won. It was almost W. Timothy Wright.

“By the time they were in high school as if there was a divine providence oc“I started writing it 10 years ago and they learned how to play against bigger curring here to bring those two towns finally finished it,” Wright said. teams,” Wright said. “They learned how together.”

Wright will appear with team members to pass the ball and find the open man.

In writing the book, Wright interviewed at a book signing from noon to 4 p.m. Feb. The open man in many cases was Marvin players and coaches so he could recreate 24 at French Lick West Baden Museum.

Pruett. He ended up being an Indiana AllMany members in the two communities Star. He had an outside shot that was just situations and conversations that likely happened off the court. were opposed to West Baden and French fantastic. They had really quick guards.

“The coach, Rex Wells, who was 25 Lick merging into one consolidated school.

French Lick had one incredible player, then, sent me boxes of articles that were “Archrivals isn’t even the right word.

Butch Schmutzler. So, the starting group written then,” Wright said. “All the sportsThey were more like the Hatfields and the became four guys from West Baden and writers were comparing them to Milan.”

McCoys,” Wright said. one guy from French Lick.”

Milan won the 1954 state title, beatWright said there was great competiPruett, now 76, said the players bonded ing Muncie Central in the final, tion between French Lick which inspired the fictional Springs Hotel and West Baden movie “Hoosiers.”

Springs Hotel in the early 1900s.

Two Springs Valley players, “The Depression brought on Butch Schmutzler and Frankie the sale of both hotels,” Wright Self, have died. said.

Pruett, who went on to be West Baden’s hotel became a a star player at the University Jesuit college for priests called of Evansville and lives in NewWest Baden College in 1934. It burgh, said Wright got some operated as a seminary until input from the all the living it closed in 1964. French Lick players about the time period.

Springs was sold to Sheraton in “It was a special year for all 1955 and remained part of that of us,” Pruett said. “As you get chain for 24 years.

Standing, from left, Jerry Breedlove, Marvin Pruett, Paul Radcliff, older, memories are the things Wright said the West Baden Coach Rex Wells, Jack Belcher, George Lagenour and Butch Schmutyou have remaining. We have a players got good experience zler. Seated, from left, Billy Rose, George Harrison, Jim Conrad, Bob lot of good memories from that playing against college-aged McCracken, Frankie Self, Mike Watson and Robert Trueblood, student consolidation and that period players who were studying to manager. (Submitted photo) of time.” be priests.

Beef & Boards sets ‘Annie’ auditions editorial@youarecurrent.com Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre has scheduled auditions for its upcoming production of “Annie.”

Beef & Boards, 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis, is casting the roles of the orphans and the title role in the musical. Girls ages 6 to 14 are encouraged to attend the March 3 audition. The auditions are by appointment only and the callbacks will take place March 4.

Rehearsals are set for May 12 to 30. “Annie” will run from May 31 through July 15.

Those who audition must be available for all rehearsals and performances. According to a news release, those attending the audition should prepare one vocal selection and bring sheet music in the correct key.

The girls should dress comfortably with no makeup or costumes and provide a photo and resume. For a full list of requirements, visit currentnightandday.com.

Westfield — CrossRoads Church, 19201 Grassy Branch Rd., will host a free Pizza and Punchlines comedy event with pizza starting at 6 p.m. and comedy following at 7 p.m. Feb. 24.

Zionsville — Chef Rick Whiteman will host a cooking class from 6 to 8 p.m. Feb. 21 at Maplelawn Farmstead, 9575 Whitestown Rd., Zionsville. Cost is $25 per person.

Learn more at rickscookingschool.com.

Carmel — The Midtown Men will perform at 8 p.m. Feb. 23 at The Palladium, 1 Center Green, Carmel. Learn more at thecenterpresents.org.

Carmel — The Silk Road Orchestra will perform at 1 p.m. Feb. 25 at Carmel Clay Public Library’s program room. The group performs traditional and contemporary music using traditional Chinese music.

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Cabaret show features Potts

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“I’m excited with the Songbook Academy at The Palladium nearby. There is already a fan base for this style,” Potts said.

Keith Potts will show off his vast variety The songs will cover a variety of of musical skills. music.

“It’s a traditional THEATER cabaret-style show,” “There is some classic Songbookstyle Broadway, songs from movie Potts said. “I sing musicals, contemporary Broadway a lot of songs, but I also tell some shows and television,” Potts said. stories, crack some jokes. It tells Potts said he likes to sing songs a little bit about my life, about my that he wouldn’t typically sing in a career as well as some songs I love Potts musical theater context. to sing.”

“So, I sing songs that are written for Magic Thread Cabaret will present “Keith characters much older than me or for a Potts: Here I Am” at The Cat Theatre, 254 female character,” Potts said. “One of my Veterans Way, Carmel, March 2 and 3. The favorite musicals is ‘Gypsy,’ and I’ll be shows are 7 and 9:30 p.m. each night. The singing ‘Everything’s Coming Up Roses’ show is one hour and 45 minutes with an from that show. I’m also doing a sonata intermission. featuring cello and piano to give my voice a Potts, who lives in Indianapolis just break. I started playing cello when I was 10 across from the Carmel line, appeared in years old, so that’s something I’m excited Actors Theatre of Indiana’s “The 25th Annuto incorporate into this show.” al Putnam County Spelling Bee” this month.

Potts, 28, will be accompanied by a “It’s a busy beginning of the year for me, three-piece band. but busy with all the things I love to do,” “Throughout the show, I’ll be playing Potts said. cello, violin, guitar and mandolin at differThis is the first Magic Thread Cabaret ent parts of the show,” Potts said. “So, it’s production held at The Cat. Magic Thread a variety of different parts of my musical Cabaret’s producing partners are Dustin career.”

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Based on the children’s book first published in 1957, the Civic Theatre production of the tale of a tall, mischievous cat who wears a red and white-striped hat runs from Feb. 21 through March 1 “There is a sound effect for everything,” director Anne Beck said. “It keeps the sound operator and the cast completely insynch while audibly giving this storybook life off of the page. Everything is meant to resemble the original book. The black, white and red costumes. A lot of the pictures in the book are recreated with items that come on to assist, such as the door, the red box with the tricks in it and props to all aid the pages of the book unfolding.”

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“Live from the CPA Comedy Class,” The Studio Theater, the Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel

Adult students in the Center’s “Intro to Stand-up Comedy” class have been honing their short routines for the past several weeks. The content of this “graduation” show is for mature audiences and not appropriate for youths under 18.

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10 a.m. Feb. 20-22, 10 a.m.

The Cat in the Hat, The and noon Feb. 23, 2 p.m.

Tarkington, the Center for and 5 p.m. Feb. 24 the Performing Arts, Carmel The Cat brings all sorts of trouble to a gray day as the Dr. Seuss classic leaps onto the stage with chaotic exuberance in this adaptation from the National Theatre in London.

Cost: $17.50 adults and $12.50 ages 18 and younger.

More: civictheatre.org.

The Midtown Men, The Palladium, the Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel

8 p.m.

Feb. 23

Four stars from the original cast of Broadway’s “Jersey Boys” take their signature sound and chemistry on the road, bringing your favorite 1960s hits to life.

Cost: $35-$85 for adults, More: thecenterpresents.org. $15 for students.

“Dance for a Good Cause,” The Cat Theatre, Carmel

7 p.m., Feb. 24 and 3 p.m. Feb. 25.

Having debuted in 2011, this lively modern dance production represents an important cause/organization in the community with each piece as a means of spreading awareness and hope.

Cost: $10.

More: thecattheatre.com.

7:30 p.m.

Feb. 23

Cost: Free. Seating is limited, call 317-843-3800 to reserve your seat.

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“Family Fun: Greatest Classical Hits for Kids,” The Palladium, the Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel

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Feb. 25.

Children are invited to sit among the musicians and hear excerpts of the world’s great classics by the Carmel Symphony Orchestra, featuring guest conductor Soo Han with CSO 2017 Young Artist Competition winner, harpist Renée Murphy.

Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for youths.

More: thecenterpresents.org.

“Village Voices — Notes from the Griot,” The Theater at The Fort, Lawrence

7 p.m.

Feb. 24.

Village Voices is a celebration of artistic contributions from African-Americans. Artistic director Joshua A. Thompson has created a program with the assistance of local artists who perform works by African-American artists.

Cost: $12-$20.

“Mama Mia!,” Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, Indianapolis

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8 p.m. Feb. 20, 1 p.m. Feb. 21, 8 p.m. Feb. 22-24, 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Feb. 25 and 8 p.m. Feb. 27

Nominated for five Tony Awards, the musical weaves an enchanting tale of love, laughter and friendship as ABBA’s greatest hits tell the hilarious story of a bride’s search for her birth father on a Greek island paradise.

Cost: $44-$69 (includes buffet dinner).

More: beefandboards.com, 317-872-9664.

“American Buffalo’’ Carmel Community Players, Carmel Community Playhouse

7:30 p.m. on Feb. 23, 24 and 2:30 p.m. Feb. 25 (continues through March 4).

David Mamet’s drama is set in a Chicago junk shop where three small time crooks plot to rob a man of his coin collection.

Cost: $14-$16.

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Brunelleschi’s Dome in Florence Commentary by Don Knebel The Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flower in Florence, Italy, is one of Europe’s most famous cathedrals. Its remarkable dome reflects the TRAVEL ingenuity of a Florentine goldsmith.

By the 13th century, Florence, made rich from foreign trade, had become one of the most important cities in Europe.

In 1294, to accommodate Florence’s growing population and growing hubris, its city council approved an innovative design for an ornate cathedral with a 150-foot wide, elongated dome perched on a 180-foot tall octagonal base. No one at the time knew how to erect such a dome, but the Florentines were confident that someone would solve that problem during the 140 years they expected the cathedral’s construction to require.

By 1418, everything but the dome was finished, and no one yet knew how to Cathedral of Saint Mary of the Flower in Florence, build it. There was not enough wood Italy. (Photo by Don Knebel) in Tuscany for the traditional method of building a dome over a form. Filippo Don Knebel is a local resident Brunelleschi, a goldsmith and sculptor with who works for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. For the full column no architectural training, won a competivisit donknebel.com. You may tion for a design not requiring an undercontact him at news@curlying form. Using models, he convinced rentzionsville.com. skeptics that an eight-sided interior dome could be constructed from CITY OF FISHERS bricks, laid one row at a ADVISORY PLAN COMMISSION time in a herringbone patNOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a public hearing will be held tern, with each row then by the City of Fishers Advisory Plan Commission at 6:00 PM, supporting another slightWEDNESDAY, MARCH 7, 2018 in the City of Fishers Auditorium, ly shorter one above. This located on the 1st floor within Fishers City Hall building, One Municipal interior dome could then Drive, Fishers, Indiana.

REQUEST: At that hearing, the public will be invited to offer support an exterior dome, comments on the following request (“Proposal”): Consideration of also made of bricks.

Docket No. PRR-1802-35, an application submitted by the City of Brunelleschi began Fishers Department of Community Development (the “Petitioner”), building his dome in 1420. requesting an amendment to the Official Zoning Map of the City of Fishers, dated October 16, 2006, as amended, by adding the Greenway Because the mortar in Overlay Zoning District to the subject real estate. each row of bricks had to LOCATION: The Proposal is located on 278 +/- acres, generally harden before the next located between Cyntheanne Road and Southeastern Parkway, north row could be laid over it, of 96th Street and south of 113th Street. The full legal description of the property is on file with the Department of Planning and Zoning. only one row of bricks The case file about this project is available for public review in the could be laid per week, office of the Department of Planning and Zoning, located on the 2nd requiring 16 years to floor at Fishers City Hall. The meeting agenda and related information will be posted on the City’s website forty-eight (48) hours in advance of complete the dome. Tothe meeting specified above. day, Brunelleschi’s dome, Written objections filed with the secretary of the Advisory Plan topped with a lantern 376 Commission before the hearing will be considered. If you would like feet above the ground, your written comments to be provided to the Fishers Advisory Plan Commission, you must submit them one (1) week prior to the hearing remains the largest madate noted above. Oral comments will be heard during the public sonry dome in the world. hearing.

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Commentary by Curtis Honeycutt This article is not about the singing quartet featuring Frankie Valli, nor is it about the internaGRAMMAR GUY tional chain of hotels. Today, I’d like to tackle when to capitalize seasons.

What can I say? I’m on a caps kick lately. It’s probably because I’ve been reading a book about George Washington featuring several examples of his correspondence. Those Founding Fathers loved capitalizing anything they deemed important — solemn abstractions like Life, Liberty and Happiness — and pretty much anything else they wanted to emphasize.

I like their epistolary style.

First, let’s look at when to not capitalize seasons. The basic rule is: do not capitalize seasons when you are using them generically. Here’s an example: In Narnia, it is always winter, never Christmas.

Now, when should you upgrade seasons to proper noun status? When seasons are part of a proper noun, capitalize them. For example: now that the Winter Olympics are over, I don’t know what to do with myself.

And another: During Fall Semester 2005 I

had a mystery virus that stumped all the doctors on campus. Eventually, my body fought it off, and I survived.

With my remaining word count, let’s examine fall and autumn — which is it? I like “fall” because it says what it is; not only do the leaves start to fall, but the temperatures do as well. In fact, spring and fall both appeared in English in the 16th century as “spring of the leaf” and “fall of the leaf.”

Autumn came from the French word automne. At this point, fall and autumn are interchangeable. I prefer “fall,” but won’t judge anyone who uses “autumn,” although autumn is kind of like fall’s snooty cousin.

I do think it’s silly that we have two words that mean literally the exact same thing.

All I have to say is that I can’t wait for Spring 2018; this winter has felt like we’re living in North Dakota or Minnesota. There are only so many 15-degree days a person can handle.

Curtis Honeycutt is a freelance humor writer.

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NOW HIRING

NOW HIRING MSD WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP TEACHER RECRUITMENT FAIR Elementary: March 5, 2018 Secondary: March 6, 2018 5:00-7:00 p.m.

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8550 Woodfield Crossing Blvd.

Indianapolis, IN 46240

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Immediate opening for full time, entry level, dental laboratory technician.

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Dry Cleaning (Carmel) - PT driver needed for pickup / delivery service and some instore duties. 20 hours possibly more. Please apply in person at Weston Cleaners, 4000 W. 106th. Street Carmel ( NE corner of 106th & Michigan Road) Any questions please email bstrapulos@yahoo.com

locally owned, operated and trusted for 52 years

Cook:

With over 30 years of experience in the special event industry, Ritz Charles specializes in innovative, upscale and superior event services. Ritz Charles has a strong presence in the event market. Our multiple culinary teams, service staff and event planners host a variety of on and off premise events year- round. Our company has the resources to manage large events yet the personal touch of a small caterer. With our fast paced energetic work environment, we have a need for motivated individuals who can give excellent customer service. If you are looking to join a company with a dedication to excellent customer service and a friendly atmosphere, Ritz Charles has bartending, banquet server, doorman and set-up positions available.

If you are interested in learning more about our company, please contact Kate McGowan at KMcGowan@Ritzcharles.com

Prepare and cook Chinese specialty dishes and food.

Requires 24 months experience/ Verifiable references/ Able to work on weekends, holidays and late nights/ Non-smoker on site/ Able to use Chinese kitchen equipment.

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HEATING OR PLUMBING REPAIR (317) 660-4899

Valid with repair. $94 value. See** C01

*Valid on 80% efficiency furnace (up to $1,069 equipment discount) when purchased in combination with a 16 SEER A/C. Equipment discount can be applied to other select models. Free air filtration system with qualifying purchase. Some restrictions apply. Rebates, credits & financing vary by model. Financing with approved credit. 0% financing options up to 12 months. Monthly payments required. Customer responsible for filing utility rebates if applicable. All credits and rebates follow appropriate guidelines. **All coupons must be presented at time of service. Cannot combine with other discounts.

Not valid on previous purchases. Existing residential only. See dealer for details on discounts, warranties and guarantees. Homeowner authorization needed. Must be in service area. Expires 3/15/18. HVAC Lic. #: H0002400 Plmbg Lic. #: CO50800249

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WOMANOLOGY

Never before have there been so many women’s health services conveniently available in one place. But that’s exactly what the Community Women’s Center is all about. One-Stop-Wellness. Located on the campus of Community Hospital North, you’ll discover five floors dedicated solely to the well-being of women. From screenings and diagnostics to gynecology, cardiology and every type of “ology” you can imagine. All coordinated in one place to make your beautiful life that much more beautiful. Finally, a women’s center that makes you the center. To learn more visit eCommunity.com/women. Exceptional care. Simply delivered.

February is heart month. Visit eCommunity.com/womensheart to schedule a heart scan.

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