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Westfield tops COVID-19 vaccination rate; northern communities lag behind

By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com

“When we break our vaccination numbers down by ZIP code, we see considerably fewer people getting vaccinated in the northWestfield tops the list for percentage of ern, more rural area of our county,” stated residents vaccinated against COVID-19 in Chris Walker, emergency preparedness Hamilton County coordinator for the Hamilton County PANDEMIC with 76 percent of Health Dept. “We need to reevaluate its residents vaccihow we’re reaching residents in nated. Most other Hamilton County the Atlanta, Sheridan and Arcadia ZIP codes have at least a 50 percent areas.” vaccination rate, but some of the Walker said there are 49 vaccicounty’s northern communities are nation sites in the county, but only struggling to administer vaccinatwo are north of Ind. 32, which Walker tions quickly. passes through Westfield and Hamilton County is the second-most vacNoblesville. cinated county in the state, with 59 percent “As we start to wrap up our mass vacof county residents fully vaccinated, which cination clinic at the 4-H Fairgrounds, we equates to 165,112 residents 12 and older. need to find ways to ramp up vaccinations Yet, in the northern communities of Sheriin the northern third of the county,” Walkdan, Atlanta and Arcadia, only 40 percent of er stated. “How we do that remains to be residents are fully vaccinated. seen. It could be a sustained vaccination

PERCENT OF POPULATION FULLY VACCINATED AGAINST COVID-19 • 46030 (Arcadia): 40 percent • 46031 (Atlanta): 33 percent • 46032 (Carmel): 65 percent • 46033 (Carmel): 68 percent • 46034 (Cicero): 54 percent • 46037 (Fishers): 70 percent • 46038 (Fishers): 57 percent • 46060 (Noblesville): 53 percent • 46062 (Noblesville): 61 percent • 46069 (Sheridan): 39 percent • 46074 (Westfield): 76 percent • 46280 (Carmel): 63 percent • 46290 (Carmel): 72 percent

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clinic or pop-ups at summer festivals. We’ll know more soon.”

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Cultural Campus at Ft. Ben grand opening moved to June 18 — The public grand opening for the Fort Ben Cultural Campus will be Friday June 18 from 4:30 to 9 p.m. and continue June 19 4 to 9 p.m. and June 20 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. The grand opening is free each day.

McCordsville seeks Building inspector– The McCordsville Planning and Building Dept. is looking for a new building inspec-

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IMS President to speak at luncheon — Indianapolis Motor Speedway President Doug Boles will be the keynote speaker for the OneZone Luncheon June 9 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 502 Event Center, 502 E Carmel Dr., Carmel. “Our cities, businesses, and major events have overcome significant challenges in the past year,” Jack Russell Boles OneZone Chamber of Commerce president, stated in a media release.

“Watching the Indianapolis Motor Speedway bring back the greatest spectacle in racing (in May) to cheering on our favorite teams playing across the state during March Madcontinue deliver to a different 25 percent of the community. That means, in a fourweek month, a different quadrant of the community each week will receive Current by mail. In addition, our practice of making the newspapers available in their entirety online ensues and never will change.

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ness, the leadership that made this happen is beyond notable.” Ryan Young of Indiana Sports Corp. will keynote the July 14 Luncheon. Members are encouraged to register at onezonechamber.com for $30 per ticket.

Non-members are encouraged to attend.

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Vietnam war era veterans welcome home and gift presentation — Fishers American Legion Post 470 is hosting an event for all Vietnam era veterans (1955-1975) on June 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the Americana Room inside the Post 470, 9091 E. 126 St., Fishers. Gifts will be presented to all veterans who attend from Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans and the IDVA. There also will be representation from the VA Benefits office and the Roudebush VA Medical Center. For a veteran to register for the free gift, visit vetsgift.com. percent sooner than later. As we indicated before, exactly when is anyone’s guess, but is something we badly want to restore.

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Volunteer receives award

By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com Donald “Lynn” Gang has worked more than 60 elections as a volunteer during the past 36 years and was RECOGNITION recently recognized for his service.

Gang received the Rampart Award May 19 from the Hamilton County Commissioners.

Gang primarily helped with transport, set-up and tear down of voting machines.

“Lynn has certainly seen it all,” Hamilton County Clerk Kathy Williams stated. “Back in 1984 when Lynn first started volunteering with us, the voting machines weighed over 700 pounds. Now, we use iPads. Lynn has always been able to roll with the changing times.”

The Rampart Award is presented to someone who generously gives of their time to make Hamilton County a better place. Recipients also have an attitude of teamwork, a generosity of spirit and a desire to tirelessly support and celebrate the people and communities of Hamilton County.

“I appreciate this very, very much,” Gang stated. “I’m going to miss working with the

Natural Beauty Lynn Gang, center, displays his award with, from left, Hamilton County Commissioners Steve Dillinger, Mark Heirbrandt and Christine Altman and Hamilton County Clerk Kathy Williams. (Submitted photo)

people in the Elections Office, but it’s time for me to retire.”

Williams said that Gang will be dearly missed.

“With elections you have no room for error,” Williams stated. “It takes dedicated people like Lynn that you completely trust to get the job done correctly.”

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LAWRENCE HONORS 2021 MISS BASKETBALL ON WELCOME SIGN

The City of Lawrence has installed welcomes sign commemorating Lawrence North High School’s Jayla Smith’s 2021 Indiana Miss Basketball award. The sign above was installed May 11 at 56th Street near Shadeland Way. The Smith family received a replica sign as a gift from the city. (Photo by Jonathan Matthes)

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SCHOLARSHIPS AWARDED TO MVHS SENIOR CLASS Shiloh McFarland, right, receives an award May 13 during Mt. Vernon High School’s Senior Honors Night from Principal Casey Dodd. A combined $4 million in scholarships were awarded to the Marauders class of 2021.

McFarland received more than $10,000 in scholarships. (Photo by Jonathan Matthes)

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DISPATCH Outside payment kiosk now open – The City of Lawrence’s outside payment kiosk, located on the south side of the Lawrence Government Center in the drive-up lane, is up and running. Those wanting to use the kiosk will enter the drive-thru lane at the southwest corner of the Government Center parking lot, 9001 East 59th St., Lawrence. The secure-payment kiosk is available 24/7 and takes cash, credit card and check payments. The instructions for use are on the screen. Bring the preferred payment and a copy of the bill. Checks, if used, are scanned and returned when the transaction is done. Cash is inserted in the slot provided and will only accept whole dollar amounts. Your account will be credited if you pay over the amount on the bill. The payment kiosk availability does not change the cut-off time for making payment to avoid non-payment disconnection. You must still make payment by 8 a.m. on the actual turn-off day in order to avoid being placed on the disconnect list. If you made your payment after 8 a.m., contact the businessoOffice at 317-542-0511 to confirm that you were removed from the list.

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COMMUNITY DISPATCHES McCordsville Market returns June 13 — The next McCordsville Market will be June 13, at Scarlet Lane Brewing Company (7724 Depot St.) beginning at noon.

June Solar Webinars — Free webinars are being offered for the Hamilton County Solar Co-op, a nonprofit program. You’ll learn about solar basics for your home, farm, or small business, and how solar protects against rising electricity bills and can increase property values. You’ll also learn how to take advantage of net metering and the federal tax credit this year, and how the co-op makes it easy to go solar by providing technical support and group pricing. The webinar is on June 24 at 6:30 p.m. Register at carmelgreen.org or email a request to lwebb@carmelgreen.org.

Registration for Fishers Police Teen Academy has opened — Registration is open for the 19th session of the Fishers Police Department Teen Academy, held in conjunction with the Fishers YMCA from July 19-23. The Teen Academy will be held at Riverside Intermediate in Fishers and will feature law enforcement-type training that will allow teens to better understand how law enforcement works. The academy will begin with physical fitness at 9 a.m. followed by informational sessions followed by practical hands-on training, concluding with social activities before participants are dismissed at 3:30 p.m.

The Teen Academy is open junior high or high school students in Fishers in the fall of 2021. There will be no walk-ins. Registration continues until June 4. To register, and for further information visit fishers.in.us/1331/ Teen-Academy-Registration.

Mt. Vernon named a “Best High School”

by U.S. News and World Report — Mt. Vernon High School has been ranked as one of the U.S. News and World Report’s “Best High Schools” in 2021. Almost 18,000 schools around the country make the list, MVHS is slotted in the top 40 percent of schools in the country, 36 in Indiana and 15 in the Indianapolis metro area.

McCordsville: No solicitation permits issued — In the Town of McCordsville, all solicitors must have a permit into to knock on doors. If the alleged solicitor does not have the permit, they are in violation. Invalid solicitors can be reported on the police non-emergency line: 317-477-4400.

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Congratulations to the Class of 2021 More than 40 million dollars in reported awards and scholarships!

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COMEBACK PATIENT OF THE MONTH This is one in a series of case studies of triumph over injury.

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BACKGROUND: Klem has always been an active person, enjoying spinning classes, gardening, and spending time with his family. After several months of issues with his shoulder, Klem decided that it was time Klem loves spending to reach out to Methodist Sports Medicine time with his family and schedule an appointment. Due to chronic kidney issues, Klem was not a good candidate for a shoulder replacement, so instead, he decided to take the physical therapy route.

WHY MSM: “The staff at MSM were welcoming and helpful in establishing and exceeding my personal goals,” says Klem.

THE JOURNEY: When Klem arrived at Methodist Sports Medicine – Noblesville, he couldn’t lift his arm past his waist. Klem’s physical therapist, Mike Hornak, eased him in to rehab with goals of improving Klem’s range of motion and strength. Once Klem and Mike spent a few sessions together, they were able to move on to full body and strength conditioning exercises, such as HIIT and weight training. Klem is now able to lift a five pound bar overhead, bench press a 20 pound medicine ball, and has drastically increased his cardiovascular endurance.

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“Klem has arrived each day with nothing but a positive attitude and determination,” said Mike. “It truly has been remarkable to witness his progress.”

Project: Maple Lane, Zoeller Ave and Wellington Drive CONSTRUCTION Water Main Replacement Location: There will be lane restrictions on each of the three roads, the details of where the lane closures will be are not yet available.

Expected completion: Project will begin in late June or early July and continue until September FISHERS Project: Nickel Plate Tunnel Project Location: On June 1, 116th Street was closed from east of Municipal Drive to west of Maple Street for the duration of the construction. Local businesses will remain open. 106th Street will serve as the main detour route beginning at Hague Road for eastbound traffic and Lantern Road for Westbound. Lane restrictions on 116th Street have already begun, and will be in effect from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. until completion of the project.

Expected completion: An estimated 60 days, opening expected in late July or early August.

Project: 131st Street reconstruction Location: 131st Street between IN-37 and Britton Park Road. That portion of 131 st Street will be completely closed.

Expected completion: The project began on April 26 and will take approximately three months to complete. Project should be completed by late July.

Project: Admirals Pointe Drive closed Location: Between E 86th Street and Old Stone Road.

Expected completion: Work will last through mid-summer 2021 as crews replace a timber bridge over Geist Reservoir and the north fork of Dry Branch Creek.

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Klem looks forward to growing his vegetable garden and getting back to running around with his two grandsons this summer without pain.

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Stakeholders disagree on efforts to upgrade historic Lawrence cemetery

By Jonathan Matthes jonathan@youarecurrent.com At 197 years old, the Spring Valley Cemetery in Lawrence is showing its age.

Many of the faces of the oldest tombstones have eroded to the point words are illegible, with some stones even crumbling. The gates on Post Road are jagged and warped. Many sections of the fence encircling the property are rusted with faded paint.

At least three local organizations are interested in improving the cemetery, but they don’t agree about the best way to do it.

The cemetery is owned and maintained by a private board of trustees, who have deep and familial ties to the site and have been caretakers of the property for more than a century. Their aim is to preserve and honor as much of the cemetery’s history as possible. Recently, because of the many veterans interred at the site, members of the Historic Fort Benjamin Harrison American Legion Post 510 have become interested in the project. The Legion wants to improve some of the decaying areas to honor the veterans buried in the cemetery. The Arts for Lawrence organization also would like to see the site improved and incorporated into the Cultural Campus, just south of the cemetery, which opens to the public on June 18.

“It would be great if the community could all come together and just do a simple cleanup project, but it’s snowballed into a bigger project and it’s been hard to get everyone on the same page,” said Judy Byron, executive director of Arts for Lawrence.

PRESERVING THE PAST

For Spring Valley Cemetery trustee Laura Oberthur Johnson, the cemetery is the final resting place for generations of her family, including a cousin buried there in March.

The board of trustees maintains the property through donations from friends of the cemetery and other people who have ties or interest in the site.

“I have a mailing list, and we send out a request for donations, just a reminder and annual update for those who have been donating for years. Many of the last burials over the last 20 years had been longtime supporters of the cemetery,” Oberthur John-

of the types of burials. What would have held eight burial plots (in the past) now only holds six because we have to have vaults.”

Even with the project stalling, groundwork has been laid to incorporate the cemetery into the Cultural Campus. A new fence has been built south of the cemetery at the edge of a new parking lot, with a gap to eventually become a gateway to the cemetery. The Spring Valley Cemetery also will be included in the augmented and virtual reality app for the Cultural Campus called “Discover Arts for Lawrence.”

“If you go into the app under the virtual side, you can tour the Cultural Campus from anywhere and learn about the history of the buildings on the site and some of the history about the cemetery,” Byron said.

ON THE COVER: Some of the graves whose inscriptions have largely eroded at the Spring Valley Cemetery. (Photo by Jonathan Matthes) Entrance to the Spring Valley Cemetery on Post Road. It is one of the oldest cemeteries in central Indiana. (Photo by Jonathan Matthes)

son said.

Oberthur Johnson is hesitant to disturb historical elements of the cemetery. The rusty fence, seen as a nuisance to some, is for her a significant connection to the past. She said that soldiers stationed at the now-decommissioned Fort Benjamin Harrison built the fence and painted it as a free service to the community. To her, removing the fence would remove that tangible connection to past preservation efforts. Furthermore, it’s not certain where the boundary of the cemetery is. The rusty fence posts could be over unmarked graves.

‘COMPELLED’ TO CLEAN UP

Hal Daniels, past commander of the Historic Fort Benjamin Harrison American Legion Post 510, said he didn’t know the cemetery existed until 2019, when a new owner of a nearby building alerted the post to the military significance of the site.

According to Daniels, Post 510 members suggested replacing the fence along the perimeter and, at a minimum, adding a flag stand for an American flag, a Prisoner of War flag and an Indiana flag.

“Because Post 510 is a part of the City of Lawrence and part of Fort Harrison, we are almost compelled to get in there and make sure this veterans cemetery gets cleaned up and gets the proper look that it needs to have,” Daniels said.

ADDRESSING ROADBLOCKS

Several compromises between all concerned parties have been considered. For example, both groups would like to see a flag stand added, but they can’t agree on where to place it.

Space for a proposed flag stand is limited.

Post Road runs flush against the cemetery on its east side, while another private property occupies its northern border. Woods are on the western border. One possibility might be the southern border, but are utilities run underneath it — and placing it within the fenced area — is problematic because of the possibility of disturbing unmarked gravesites.

“Although you do not see burial stones, there are burials, and you can tell by the uneven ground where they are,” Oberthur Johnson said. “And it also shows the history

OLDEST CEMETERIES IN INDIANA Although the Spring Valley Cemetery is approving its bicentennial, it is not the oldest in Indiana. Burial sites for various Native American tribes are far more ancient. But as far as areas designated as “public cemeteries,” the oldest is Greenlawn Cemetery near Vincennes, which was founded in 1788 and has more than 10,000 graves.

Spring Valley Cemetery, originally called the Thomas Silvey Cemetery, opened in 1824, the year John Quincy Adams was elected the sixth president of the U.S. and Indiana was in its eighth year of statehood.

Buried at the cemetery are men who served in World War I, World War II and the Civil War. Elisha Reddick, the first settler of Lawrence Township, is buried there. His father, William, a Revolutionary War veteran and Irish immigrant has a marker in the cemetray that may or may not be his gravesite.

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Summer survival strategy

Commentary by Terry Anker Our one-time cultural proclivity to stay home in the evenings with our families led to a communal television viewing experience. “The Love Boat” was soon making another run and most of us were there to watch it. Perhaps it was a combination of a handful of television stations available and about the same options to dine out, but we could largely count on a water-cooler conversation the next day about the hilarity from the night before.

Today, we binge watch. But back then, it was must-see TV. The Huxtables gave us a new way to look at the world, together. Now, we are keeping up with the Kardashians and a mob of dystopian zombie, the-world-is-over programming, as if there is much difference. But unlike where we once found commonality, we are now fully subdivided. Some of us get our undead on cable — others use HBO Max, or Disney+, or Netflix, or Hulu, or Amazon Prime, or even Pluto TV. And isn’t there still “free” programming flying through the air? For some, media is delivered exclusively via even more personal methods. We enjoy YouTube on our phones, watches, or have programming projected directly into our eyes via Google Glass. Like an ever-increasing variety of things, we retreat to our own little enclaves, all by ourselves, even as we imagine that we are connected night and day.

It has been a long-time coming. Many of us drink our water from personal bottles — even if the office has a cooler, it hasn’t been seen, or refilled, during the months of pandemic furlough. Private bottles are alleged to be healthier. There is no risk without interaction, right? Still, is it possible that we are causing one problem by solving another? Can we be “all in this together” if we are no longer together?

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

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Summer is finally here, friends, and while in the past I would have shared my plan for surviving these next two months with kids at home, this year I have no such delusions that chore charts and curfews have any effect. For 2021, my Generation Z-ers will be 100 percent free range!

Maybe I’m making a huge mistake, but honestly, with three of the four back from independent college living, why bother? Half the time they aren’t even in the house, so making Wednesdays Andrew’s night for dinner is a literal crapshoot on whether or not I’ll get a meal.

And any attempt on my part to have our precious little angels home by midnight is nullified by my strict 9 p.m. bedtime.

As they say to me incessantly, “It’s not like you’ll know, Mom!” Fair point.

Nope, this June and July will be about encouraging rather than requiring domestic responsibility and good decision making. We will maximize our finely tuned parental skills of shaming and guilt-tripping to encourage them to be contributing members of our Wilson tribe. Examples include: “That’s my new Xanax prescription for when I wake at three in the morning and your car isn’t in the driveway. It keeps me from calling hospitals thinking you’re dead on a forgotten ER gurney.”

“Yeah, I see an orthopedic now for my debilitating carpel tunnel from all the extra dishwashing and laundry folding.”

“We had to cancel our anniversary trip to pay for the increased Meijer bill.

No big deal. Twenty-five isn’t a big one.”

“I drink because you leave half-eaten carne asadas on the couch.”

Sorry to be of no help this summer.

And godspeed, friends. Godspeed.

Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at info@youarecurrent.com.

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Oh, deer, we’ve got mice Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

Mary Ellen also noticed that rabbits were chewing on her new plants in the rock garMice are getting into the Wolfsie house. den. She loved watching the bunnies, but Not wanting to hurt the invaders, my wife they were destructive. If she wanted me to purchased several no-kill traps. help her deal with this, I told her she had HUMOR We did catch a couple and reto dress like Elmer Fudd and say, “Wichard, leased them. Here is how I enyou have to do something about those wasvision a conversation in the woods behind cawy wabbits!” our home: Squirrels were eating from our bird feeder.

• Mouse 1: “Hey, Myron, have you been in We tried a high-tech feeding apparatus that the Wolfsie house recently?” spins the squirrels around when the device • Mouse 2: “No, why? Is it worth the registers excess weight. Now, the squirrels trip?” are bringing their • Mouse 1: “It’s pups to the feeder Mary Ellen and I are proud to awesome. Once for a free amusement report that no animals have been park ride. you’re inside the pantry, you We see racoons harmed after venturing onto walk into a every night around our property — although I am container and dusk, although lateconcerned about the kids in the this little door ly they have been closes right neighborhood who are climbing up coming out much behind you. Inlater in the evening. the trees to snack on the Jell-O. side, there is a Since the local mask – DICK WOLFSIE mandate was lifted, delicious mountain of peanut the little bandits butter. After you feast on it, you hear must be feeling a bit self-conscious. the Wolfsies walking into the kitchen We have a chipmunk in our air duct that before they open the pantry door. Then runs right under the bed. This is keeping they pick up the container and give you Mary Ellen up at night. Not from the scratcha free ride back to the woods.” ing noises, but I keep yelling “Alvin!” when • Mouse 2: “Cool! So, that means you can she is trying to get to sleep. go back for more peanut butter the Mary Ellen and I are proud to report that next day? How dumb can they be?” no animals have been harmed after venturWe also have a deer predicament. They ing onto our property — although I am conare eating our hydrangeas. First, we tried cerned about the kids in the neighborhood a product called Deer Out, which was well who are climbing up the trees to snack on named because after trying it for a month, the Jell-O. we threw it out. Mary Ellen read that deer enjoy lettuce, so she thought we could convince the deer to dine on something other Dick Wolfsie is an author, than our plants. When I nailed some lettuce columnist and speaker. Contact leaves to a tree, Mary Ellen laughed out him at wolfsie@aol.com. loud. Then she told me she read that deer really like lime Jell-O, too. Very funny.

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Commentary by Dr. David Sullivan In honor of Men’s Health Month and Father’s Day, I’m focusing on PODIATRY preventative foot health for men this month.

Must-have men’s foot care products • Good moisturizer: Men’s feet are notoriously dry, leading to cracked, bleeding heels. Buy a moisturizer — with urea — and use it every day. Apply cream right before bed. Then, slip on socks and let the feet soak up the moisture all night long.

• Supportive orthotics: Whether standing or at a desk all day, men put lots of pressure on their feet, which can lead to foot pain. To take the weight off of the feet and keep arch and heel pain at bay, invest in a pair of orthotics.

Sunscreen tip – Most skin cancers are a result of exposure to UV radiation. UV radiation comes in two forms – UVA and UVB. Sunscreen products list an SPF on the label, but the SPF only refers to protection from UVB rays. Make sure to buy products that are labeled as “broad spectrum” in order to obtain protection from both types of radiation.

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Preventative care for men’s feet • Clean and dry the feet daily: Men often deal with athlete’s foot, a fungal infection that usually develops on the soles of the feet or between the toes.

To avoid this problem, change socks every day and wash and dry feet at least once a day. Reduce the risk by spraying shoes with anti-fungal spray.

• Keep them covered: Walking barefoot leaves feet open to fungal infections as well as injuries. It forces bare feet to absorb the full shock of walking, leading to heel and arch pain. To avoid this problem, always wear your shoes.

• Watch for changes: Look at your feet regularly. A change in the color of the nails, a new bump on the side of the foot, or harder spots of skin, especially between or on the toes, are all signs of a problem. Contact our office right away.

Just like you see your general physician once a year, check in annually with a podiatrist. And, when any discomfort or pain develops, it’s even more important to schedule an appointment with a podiatrist. That way, a small issue with your feet won’t become a major problem.

A board-certified foot surgeon and wound specialist, Dr. David Sullivan is the owner of Westfield Foot and Ankle, LLC. Contact him at drs@westfieldfoot.com.

Walking for arthritis — Walking is so beneficial in fighting arthritis pain that it’s considered a natural medicine. Painful, stiff joints make it hard to get moving but moving is exactly what is needed for pain relief.

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By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com Images of whiskey may accompany one’s thoughts when thinking of enjoying a luxury cigar, but Blend Bar co-owner and President Corey Johnston said the best beverage to enjoy with a cigar is coffee.

“What’s unique about coffee is, it’s available all over the world, and so is tobacco,” Johnston said. “Coffee is still the No. 1 beverage. Coffees from different parts of the world have unique flavor profiles, so we blended our own brand of coffee (with Hubbard & Cravens) from Africa, and we think it pairs best with the cigar. It’s sort of like a wine pairing with cheese. What makes it so delightful is you can have different types of coffee and it hits the palate differently, just like tobacco, just like wine, just like food.”

Blend Bar opened at 3981 E. 82nd St. in Castleton in 2013. In 2017 it was named the best cigar lounge in the world by Cigar Journal. Since then, Johnston has strived to create a luxurious space that lives up to the title.

Despite being a cigar bar, the inside of the building isn’t foggy with smoke. A $300,000 HVAC system circulates the air eight times per hour.

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the furniture and interior design something relaxing and comfortable and approachable,” Johnston said. “A lot of people come in and think it’s going to be a smoky bar, and yes, it’s a lounge that has smoking, but the way the ventilation is, it takes away that.”

Blend Bar also employs the state’s only cigar sommelier, Richard Peyton. His job is to help connect customers with the perfect cigar.

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I started writing Current Publishing’s Behind Bars column almost six years ago, at age 21. I didn’t truly appreciate a balanced cocktail until after years of refining my palette and learning what it means to put the “craft” in craft cocktail.

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Ingredients: 1/2 tablespoon loosely packed brown sugar, 1/2 tablespoon warm water, dash of cherry bitters, dash of chocolate bitters, 2 oz. Maker’s Mark FAE-01 limited released bourbon, bourbon cherry, orange swath Directions: Muddle brown sugar with 1/2 tablespoon of warm water and both bitters in the bottom of a rocks glass. I actually enjoy a little bit of gritty brown sugar in my cocktail, but if you want a smoother version, use a pre-made brown sugar simple syrup. Place a large ice cube in the glass and add bourbon, then express the orange swath over the drink and tuck it next to the ice along the rim. Add a bourbon cherry and enjoy. Cheers!

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Limoncello, a lemon liqueur made from soaking lemon peel in grain alcohol and adding simple syrup, is used as either an aperitif or digestif, in which it can be enjoyed either before or after a meal. It originated in Italy in the early 20th century. Franco said the Italian regions of Naples, Sorento and Amalfi claim bragging rights for creating the alcoholic beverage.

Franco makes 5-gallon batches of limoncello at a time. Although Indiana liquor laws prevent him from selling it by the bottle, an $8 glass of limoncello is still the restaurant’s most popular beverage.

“We make it in-house and peel about 100 lemons, and that’ll give us about 5 gallons,” Franco said. “We go through about 100 gallons monthly. We are always making it. We order lemons three times a week.”

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Matteo’s Ristorante Italiano owner Adson Franco displays the restaurant’s house-made limoncello. (Photo by Anna Skinner)

lemons.

“American lemons are smaller,” Franco said. “Italian lemons are a bit sweeter, and it’s just a cleaner flavor. It’s not as bitter.”

Franco soaks lemon peels in high-quality grain alcohol for two to three weeks. When the peels have absorbed the alcohol, he makes a simple syrup out of boiling water and sugar and filters it through the lemon peel three times. Then, he freezes the golden liquid for 10 hours.

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By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com For the past 25 years, Noble Coffee & Tea has been a cozy place for the community to gather. Co-owner Robyn Wilson began working at the shop in 2009 as a barista for Jim Howard, the original owner, but her memories span further back.

“I grew up here in Noblesville and graduated from Noblesville High School, so everything is very familiar to me – the customers, teachers, people I went to school with,” Wilson said. “For me, it’s important to keep a place that is comfortable and provides everybody a place to go.”

Recently, Wilson was working at the shop when she overheard a customer say that Noble Coffee & Tea was similar to safe spaces in video games.

“I guess in video games there’s safe spaces and a place you go to rest, and I thought that was a really nice thing,” she said.

The shop, at 933 Logan St. in downtown Noblesville, celebrated its silver anniversary in April but had a low-key celebration because of COVID-19 restrictions. Wilson said she’s considering another celebration later

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Juniper on Main, 110 E. Main St., Carmel I will never stop singing praises for Juniper on Main. The owners have gone above and beyond in decorating the Southern/ coastal fare restaurant, and when I dined on the patio in warm weather, it seemed to transport me directly to Charleston or Savannah. Not only is the food delicious, but the quaint patio is a great place to watch the hustle and bustle of downtown Carmel while dining under Edison lights.

3UP, 201 W. Main St., Carmel Perched on top of Anthony’s Chophouse in downtown Carmel, 3UP is a rooftop bar with luxurious touches like a living plant wall and a picturesque view of the Arts & Design District.

1933 Lounge, 9707 District N. Drive, Suite 1120, Fishers One of my favorite parts of 1933 Lounge in

Juniper on Main’s quaint patio is At the Table with Anna’s top spot for outdoor dining in Hamilton County. (File photo)

Fishers, in addition to its 21-and-older policy, is that it has an indoor/outdoor patio if you want a bit of fresh air but don’t want to be fully exposed to the elements.

Field Brewing, 303 E. Main St., Westfield Who doesn’t love gardens and games?

Field Brewing’s front yard is a beautiful garden, and the back patio has a bocce ball court and a green space for kids and adults to enjoy.

Sun King Brewing, 351 Monon Blvd., Carmel Speaking of games, if you’re in the mood for table tennis, an outdoor greenspace, outdoor movies and lounge-style seating in the great outdoors, be sure to check out Carmel’s Midtown Plaza and grab a beer at Sun King while you’re at it.

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By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com The Center for the Performing Arts announced its 2021-22 Center Presents season schedule June 8. But MUSIC expect more to come is the message from President/CEO Jeffrey C. McDermott.

“This is what is booked to date,” McDermott said. “There are still a number of artists who aren’t touring yet and are still trying to put tours together. We know we’ll be adding a number of shows as we go, just because there are ongoing tours that aren’t announced just yet.”

Many national acts are waiting to see how the nation bounces back from the COVID-19 pandemic, which has shut down much of the entertainment world since March 2020.

The 2021-22 season opens with Rufus Wainwright and José González: Unfollow the Rules in the Local Valley Tour Sept. 25.

The final announced show will feature Center for the Performing Arts Artistic Director Michael Feinstein and Sandi Patty May 7.

Most of the announced shows will be at the Palladium, with some at The Tarkington.

“COVID rules are still different in different states, so an artist touring in the Midwest, Michigan might have different rules than Indiana, Illinois, Ohio and Kentucky,” McDermott said. “Some of the larger commercial artists are pointing their finger in the air and seeing which way the wind is blowing. We’re pretty excited about what we’ve booked so far. I think Randy Rainbow (Oct. 7) is going to be an interesting one. We always love Pink Martini (Oct. 23) and Postmodern Jukebox (Dec 10). Singer/ songwriter Ben Folds (Nov. 12) is going to be very well received, and that is one (performer) we’ve been trying to get for a number of years.”

Folds is on a solo piano tour.

“Our country fans will love Clint Black (Oct. 24), and those who enjoy gospel, Christian music, the Gaither Vocal Band (Nov. 7) is very popular with them,” McDer-

BEEF & BOARDS Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre will present “Smoke on the Mountain” through June 20.

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FEINSTEIN’S Feinstein’s presents Don Farrell’s Frank Sinatra Tribute at 7:30 p.m. June 9 and Josh Kaufman at 7:30 p.m. June 12 at Feinstein’s at the Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.

IMPROBABLE FICTION THEATRE Improbable Fiction Theatre’s production of “Waiting for Godot” is set for 7 p.m. June 12 and 2 p.m. June 13 outdoors at Teter Retreat in Noblesville. For more, visit ftheatrecompany.org.

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Clint Black will perform at the Palladium Oct. 24 as part of the 2021-22 Center Presents season. (Submitted photos)

Singer/songwriter Ben Folds will perform at the Palladium Nov. 12 as part of the 2021-22 Center Presents season.

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Holiday concerts include Debby Boone (Dec. 4) and Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour (Dec. 11).

“Dave Koz is popular and has become a tradition around here,” McDermott said.

“We have some tribute bands coming in like 1964 The Tribute (The Beatles, March 11, 2022) and George Michael Tribute (March 5, 2022). When you can bring in Itzhak Perlman (April 9, 2022), who is one of the great violin virtuosos of our time, that is saying something as well.”

Perlman, who made his debut on the “The Ed Sullivan Show” at age 13, has 16 Grammy Awards.

“There is a lot to choose from here,” McDermott said. “We’re really focused on diversity, equity and inclusion, and we’re trying to make that stand out in our programing, making sure we’ve got something that will be attractive to our community and beyond. A bit of our theme is looking forward, and no one wants to look back at the last 15 months, other than lessons learned, and we did learn some.

There are things we changed in how we do things that were out of necessity, but we’ll continue to do that because we

know they work. We’ve learned a lot about livestreaming capabilities. I don’t think anything beats coming to a show and seeing it in person.”

The annual gala will be virtual and streamed live Sept. 18 from the Palladium.

The event will feature Feinstein, a gospel choir and other performers and surprise guests. Donations and auction proceeds will support the Center’s artistic and educational programming.

Among other highlights are Brubeck Brothers Quartet: Dave Brubeck Centennial Celebration, Oct. 2; The King’s Singers, Dec. 12; An Evening with David Sedaris, Dec. 15; The Company Men, Feb. 18, 2022; Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis, Feb. 27; and Peking Acrobats, March 26.

Subscription sales will start June 8.

Available subscription packages are Classical Series, Jazz Series, Songbook Series and Create Your Own Series (any three or more). Single-event tickets for 2021 shows go on sale to the general public Aug. 6.

Single-event tickets for 2022 shows will be on sale later in the fall.

For a full schedule, visit thecenterpresents.org.

City of Carmel will present Late Night on Main featuring Barometer Soup, a new Jimmy Buffett tribute band, at 9 p.m. June 11. For more, visit Carmel Arts and Design District page on Facebook.

Clay Terrace concert series set editorial@youarecurrent.com The LadyBug 11th annual Summer Concert Series continues with Stella Luna & the Satellites June 10 at The Lawn at Clay Terrace.

The series opened with Groove Smash June 3.

This year’s main stage acts will begin at 7 p.m. each Thursday, with the warm-up act on the community side stage set for 6 to 6:45 p.m. It is sponsored by Carmel Music Academy.

Visitors are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. The VIP Tent, presented

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The rest of the concert series lineup includes: June 17: Dave & Rae; June 24: Endless Summer Band; July 1: Toy Factory; July 8: Jambox; July 15: Dwight Lightning and the Conch City All-Stars; July 22: Big Rosco & The Hammers; and July 29: My Yellow Rickshaw.

The rain date is Aug. 5. The series is sponsored by LadyBug Pest and Wildlife Control.

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There are eight Insane Shakes. They cost $15 each. The other ice cream items on the menu range from $3 to $7.

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FIREWOOD SALE Topping – Removal Deadwooding – Landscaping Stump Grinding – Gutter Cleaning INSURED – FREE ESTIMATES Call Steve 317-341-4905 or 317-932-2115

HAVE JIM WEGHORST, WITH THE CALL #1 RATED CLOG FREE GUTTER PROTECTION SYSTEM, GIVE TODAY YOU A FREE ESTIMATE 317-450-1333 GROUNDHOG STUMP REMOVAL

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PROTECT YOUR LARGEST INVESTMENT AGAINST STRUCTURAL DAMAGE

Professional & Economical Remove tree stumps, ugly tree roots, stumps in and around chain link or wood fences. We also remove tree stumps that are protruding up onto sidewalks and around sidewalks. We grind them and/or remove. Please Call & Text at 816-778-4690 or 317-341-4905.

GUITAR LESSONS

Wth recording artist Duke Tumatoe Learn from professional and have fun On Line or In Carmel duke@duketumatoe.com or 317-201-5856

YOUR CLASSIFIED AD HERE! Call Dennis O’Malia 317-370-0749

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GARAGE SALE

NOW HIRING

NOW HIRING

WHAT: COOL CREEK ESTATES NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE

Caregivers Wanted -- Up to $16/Hour!

Senior Home Companions

FIRST ADVANTAGE IN FISHERS IS HIRING!

Where: NE corner of 126th Street and Keystone Parkway When: Friday, June 11th from 8 am to 2 pm and Saturday, June 12th from 8 am to 2 pm What: Garage Sales, houses will be marked in some way

VILLAGE OF WESTCLAY (CARMEL) ANNUAL COMMUNITY GARAGE SALE Saturday, June 19 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Something for everyone!

Look for the balloons!

(Main St. and Towne Rd.)

BUSINESS FOR SALE FOR SALE

42 year old embroidery and screen printing business, Automatics & Manual printers, 4 head & 1 head Tajamia.l emb.sew excellent Vinyl plotter., Thousands of ready to use vector art or modifie. 4,000 plus dig. design DST 100’s of screens.

Experienced operator if kept local.

Close to HWY 31 and the new sports complex. Please Call 765-457-8580 or 765-776-0775

$500 SIGNING BONUS* FOR FULL-TIME CAREGIVERS

* Caregiver must work 32+ hours per week for 90 days * $100 bonus after 30 days, *$150 bonus after 60 days, *$250 after 90 days * Bonus dependent on ZERO unexcused absences or disciplinary action Positions in Indy & surrounding areas For details, Contact Lindsey Fiddler Phone: (317) 251-0441 Email: recruitment@shcindiana.com.

Apply online: : https://seniorhomecompanions.com/ careers/

HELP WANTED:

Looking for an entry level employee to round out my help desk. It is a perfect job for college aged students or someone looking to return to the workforce.

Primary duties would be inbound tech support calls, emails, and light office work. Mid-morning, approximately 15 hours per week. Please send resumes, work history, or questions to: mkress@theankerconsultinggroup.com

Multiple temp-to-hire FT admin positions. $15-16/hour.

Need strong computer and organizational skills. Email resume to: amy.rusiloski@fadv.com.

COMPUTER TECHNICIAN NEEDED Local Computer repair shop in need of PC and Mac techs with experience pref both PC and Macs, certification strongly desired, pleasant personality & some sales experience. Pay starting at $16/ hour and up for F/T. Send resume with cover letter to jobs@ctcarmel.com Automotive detailer in Westfield is looking for person(s) to help with the cleaning of vehicle interiors.

Must have exemplary driving record, have dependable transportation, and be detailed oriented. *Full-Time/Part-Time *Equal Opportunity Employment *$15 to $18 to start. *$250 Sign On Bonus *Commission/Unit count possible *All benefits are negotiable.

Send resume to dan@dansdetail.info

NOW HIRING

NOW HIRING

NOW HIRING

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR SKILLED CARPENTERS!

DOG WALKER/PET SITTER

Looking for job security? Simpson Construction Services has so much work that it must hire five people for residential remodeling NOW. The skilled carpenters we select will have strong abilities in bathroom remodeling, but also with respect to kitchens, decks, basements, wood and tile flooring, doors and windows, interior and exterior painting, drywall, plumbing and electrical, siding and room additions. Again: Only skilled carpenters need apply.

For immediate consideration, call Gary Simpson at 317.703.9575.

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Flexible, part time work.

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