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Noblesville man arrested for dealing Suboxone – Daniel Friley, 35, of Noblesville was recently arrested in the 7500 block of E. 196th St. in Noblesville as part of a three-month investigation. He is accused of dealing Suboxone while his two children under the age of 4 were present in the vehicle. Friley was arrested for two counts of dealing in Suboxone, a schedule I II or III controlled substance, a Class B felony and two counts of neglect of a dependent, a Class D felony. He was transported to the Hamilton County Jail.

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Grammar Guy – As the calendar turns to 2013, columnist Jordan Fischer writes about his good grammar resolutions. His three goals include proofreading, using fewer parenthetical statements and ferreting out common, yet pernicious, word misuses. To read how Fischer will accomplish his goals – which can be yours as well – visit www.currentnoblesville.com. The ‘in’ color – Columnist Vicky Earley has the scoop on PANTONE® 17-5641 Emerald. The 2013 Color of the Year is a radiant green that sparkles like its namesake gem. Earley says you’ll expect to find this precious gemstone color most commonly used in interior decorating in small pops of brilliant color against neutral backdrops. “Only the bold will go forward with entire rooms painted in this luminous shade,” she writes.

More than 150 people enjoyed safe and alternative festivities and celebrated New Year’s Eve at the Hamilton County 4-H Grounds, 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville. The free community event included classic movies, food, music, Bingo, board games, cornhole, mini-basketball shootout, ping pong and live streaming of the ball drop in Times Square, New York. (Photos by Robert Herrington) From left, Kaylee, Rachael, Emily and Ashli Xolio-Chigo enjoy the festivities.

In Spirituality – Columnist Bob Walters explains the meaning of holy, righteous and blessed. “Holy, righteous, and blessed: three good things that I want to be, that I want for those I love, that I want for the entire world. Who doesn’t?” he writes. “But what are we really talking about? Do these words mean what we think they mean? Is this really what we want?” To find out, visit www.currentnoblesville.com. Midland Trace update – The city of Noblesville has created a website with additional information about the proposed Midland Trace Trail project. Visit www.noblesvillemidlandtrace.org for more information. In addition, the city invites the public to participate in a short survey about this project to share your thoughts. The survey can be found at www.surveymonkey.com/s/M787XCZ.

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The return of Champagne Velvet – A Bloomington brewer hopes to revive a beer that was one of the more popular brands in Indiana until its demise more than half a century ago. Bloomington’s Upland Brewery has bought the rights to Champagne Velvet, a brew made in Terre Haute until 1958. The original, handwritten recipe by Terre Haute Brewing Co. assistant brewmaster Walter Braun, was discovered in 1990, and the beer was revived locally from 2000 to 2006. Upland plans to reintroduce Champagne Velvet in Indiana and the Midwest in April.

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Congresswoman Susan Brooks talks about her new position By Christian Sorrell • christian@youarecurrent.com On Nov. 6, 2012, residents throughout the 5th District went to the polls and voted for a new representative. Susan Brooks, a Republican and Hamilton County resident, won the seat, receiving more than twice as many votes as her competitor, Scott Rieske. As a freshman Congresswoman, Brooks Brooks will be taking part in the 113th United States Congress that began last Thursday. The week before Christmas, Brooks sat down with Current at her now-empty campaign office to talk about the move to Washington, being a woman in Congress, and replacing Dan Burton. Current: You hear stories about different members of Congress sleeping in their offices, commuting from home to work every day, or simply getting a residence in Washington D.C. How are you planning to handle having to be at two places at once, both within the district and in Washington? Brooks: I am going to be a commuter Congresswoman, meaning I will fly out on Mondays and come home on either a Thursday, depending on how late votes go, or on Friday and try to be home on most weekends. My husband is not moving with me to D.C., so I will be like other people who commute to work. I am renting a small studio apartment not too far from Capitol Hill. In fact, next week I am loading up the U-Haul, and my husband and my son are driving me out there. It’s a little bit like going off to college. I think it will definitely be a huge change in our lives, but I think it will be manageable. Current: You recently announced your committee placements: the Education and the Workforce Committee, the House Committee on Homeland Security and the House Committee on Ethics. What are you hoping to accomplish with these committees? Brooks: Actually, the two committees that I did get on were both committees that I asked for. Because of my background at Ivy Tech Community College during the last five years, Education and Workforce was absolutely one of my top committees. Due to my time as a U.S. Attorney and the focus I had on homeland security after Sept. 11, Homeland Security was another committee that I had requested. Ethics, interestingly enough, is something you are asked to serve on, you don’t request it. I was asked by the speaker’s office to be on ethics and that ties in nicely with the fact that, on the campaign trail, I talked a lot about restoring confidence in Congress. Current: With these placements, are there any specific issues that you are hoping to address? Brooks: In Education and Workforce, because I’ve been very involved in the workforce training side of education, I think there are significant improvements that can be made in the www.currentnoblesville.com

manner in which federal unemployment dollars reach the people who need training. I think we need to increase the amount of each dollar that actually gets to worker training. We have a challenge in our system when we provide people up to 99 weeks of unemployment without requiring them to get training. I believe there needs to be a requirement that people have to go get training, have to improve their skills or have to get involved in higher education rather than just sitting on 99 weeks of unemployment and going out and applying for jobs all the time. I think we need to up our game in this country in the level of skilled workforce we have because we are competing with countries that have just as skilled workers as we have. Current: What can residents of the 5th district expect to see come back to the local level that you will be working on? Brooks: We worked hard during the campaign to develop very good relationships with the mayors in most of the communities throughout the 5th District and with local and state legislators. I don’t think it’s my job to tell them what I am going to do for them. I believe they, and the citizens of the 5th, need to be telling me what they would like me to be a strong advocate for. Because I am going to be commuting and returning here on a very regular basis, I hope to have a very open channel of communication with the people in the 5th as to what type of initiatives they want me to focus on in

D.C. I’m always going to keep a focus on jobs, what brings jobs to the 5th and keeps jobs in the 5th, because if people have work, there is far less dependence on government assistance. Current: You are the first Republican woman to be sent to the U.S. House of Representatives since 1959, with the previous woman being Cecil Harden of Covington, Ind. who served from 1949 to 1959. Brooks: Yes, that’s right … sadly. Current: Do you think that puts you in a unique position, at a disadvantage or do you not feel that it matters? Brooks: No, it does. It does matter because Indiana is actually sending two women to the 113th Congress. We are two of only three women coming to Congress in the 113th Congress, only three women out of more than 30 freshmen which I think is very unfortunate. I do believe that women are underrepresented in Congress considering that we are 50 percent of the voters, more than 50 percent of consumers that purchase products and make buying decisions in households. We need a much stronger voice in Congress. I want to be involved in encouraging and promoting women to consider running for offices at all levels. (For the full interview, visit currentnoblesville. com.)

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Chamber to grow with committees, events By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com One big organizational change for the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce in 2013 is the reactivation of the Ambassador Group. Director Sharon McMahon said the chamber board decided to make the Ambassador Group a separate committee once again after being blended with the Member Outreach Committee. “They have two separate identities as far as missions,” McMahon explained. “The Ambassadors is really good for new members and perspective chamber members. They really enjoy getting out there and talking to people.” The Ambassadors Committee, which is cochaired by Syd Loomis and Leeca Smith, assists members in business promotion and interacts with the community while assisting with membership retention and growth. Member Outreach, which is chaired by Matt Cook, identifies opportunities and new ways of providing valueadded programs and services to members. McMahon said Community Outreach is a new committee. Its goal is to provide programs and items of interest to the general public and businesses. Other chamber committees include Business Advocacy, led by Bill Taylor, and the Young Professionals Group, which is co-chaired by Adam Huff, Meredith Platt and Angie Sutton. The chamber is also expecting to see continued growth of some of its annual events in 2013, like

the Taste of Business which showcases 80 local businesses and attracts 500 to 600 people. “It’s one of our strongest events,” McMahon sad. “It serves the public at large. It has grown each year.” The annual golf outing, the primary fundraiser for the not-for-profit, will return to Fox Prairie Golf Course. “It’s the first time in many years it’ll be held there,” McMahon said of the city’s public golf course. The Women Empowering Women luncheon series, which began in 2012, will continue with two planned events this year – one in the spring and another in early fall. “We have been so excited about the turnout of women and the topics we presented,” McMahon said, adding previous topics have included women’s health and legal issues. “We’re looking forward to some exciting topics for next year.” McMahon said the Lunch & Learn series will also continue and the chamber is currently lining up speakers. She anticipates that series will have three or four events depending on presenters. All Hamilton County chamber of commerces are discussing ways to collaborate with one another to benefit members of all organizations. McMahon said the chamber currently hosted networking breakfast events and come together for Commissioner Steve Dillinger’s annual State of the County address.

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Jan. 16 – New member orientation, noon at the chamber of commerce building. Jan. 23 – State of the County Address by Commissioner Steve Dillinger. This allcounty chamber luncheon will be held at Oak Hill Mansion. March 12 – Taste of Business from 4 to 7 p.m. at Hamilton County 4-H Grounds. April 17 – All-county chamber luncheon will be held at Oak Hill Mansion. The “noteworthy” speaker has not been announced yet. Aug. 28 – Golf outing at Fox Prairie Golf Course. Nov. 14 – Enterprise Awards at Purgatory Golf Course. Nov. 29 – Noblesville Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Hamilton County Judicial Center.

Hamilton County attractions, festivals, sports organizations or communities may apply for a share of $70,000 in grant funds from the Destination: Hamilton County 8 Great Towns Grant Program. The Hamilton County Convention and Visitors Bureau grant program targets non-profit organizations whose activities host local residents while also attracting out-of-area visitors. The grants support operations, special projects, festivals, events or special marketing and promotions. Applicants must justify how the proposed grant supports tourism development in Hamilton County. Application and grant details are available at www.8greattowns.com/grants. The deadline for applications is Jan. 31. Past grants have supported projects large and small including: ball field development for tournament play, marketing and promotions for theater seasons, a chili cook-off, and signage detailing Westfield’s Quaker roots and connection to the Underground Railroad. The Hamilton County CVB operates using lodging taxes collected by the county’s hoteliers on almost 3,000 hotel rooms. These funds feed tourism’s economic development impact on the community and support community development initiatives.

“Business people come out to network and interact with businesses in other communities. This is a big plus,” she said. “It’s successful. All members enjoyed the opportunity to come together.” Those interested in learning more about the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce can visit http://noblesvillechamber.com or call 773-0086. Memberships begin at $250 a year. “We feel we’ve worked hard to keep down costs at a very affordable level,” McMahon said.

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The Hamilton County Home Show is returning again to the Hamilton County 4-H Grounds, 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville, on Jan. 19 and 20. The event will feature dozens of local businesses with ideas for making your home more comfortable, appealing and valuable. “We’re keeping all Corbett the best features (from last year) and improving where we needed it,” event coordinator Mike Corbett said. “Visitors will again find plenty of local help to develop and complete their homeimprovement projects, from a major redesign to a simple painting project. From Realtors to plumbers, from contractors to security systems, from streetscapes to financing experts, these local businesspeople have the expertise and equipment to do the work right and on time, or to help you do it yourself.” Corbett said a few of the major changes for this year include: • Winter Time: 2012’s show was in May but

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vendors and attendees wanted it earlier, so it was moved to January for this year. • Bigger venue and one room: The event outgrew the smaller buildings and now will be in one large exhibition hall. • More space: The new hall features wider aisles, larger booths and more vendors. The show will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Jan. 19 and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Jan. 20. Tickets are $5 for adults and free for children 12 and younger. Tickets are available in advance by credit card at www.hchomeshow.com, or by cash or check at the door. Corbett said booths were still available for interested exhibitors. For more information, call 774-7747.

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or 88 percent of our construction waste— was recycled or salvaged,” St.Vincent Fishers Hospital Administrator, Gary Fammartino said.

In April 2013, St.Vincent Medical Center Northeast will become St.Vincent Fishers Hospital—an expanded facility providing comprehensive medical services for Fishers and the surrounding communities.

The new building is also designed to make use of natural light and minimize unnecessary water usage. The result? St.Vincent Fishers Hospital will be one of the nation’s cleanest, most eco-friendly hospitals. And that contributes to a healthier community —and healthier patients.

St.Vincent Fishers Hospital will be Indiana’s first LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certified hospital—an environmentally friendly facility designed to make a positive impact for years to come. The LEED certification means that St. Vincent Fishers Hospital will minimize environmental impact by using natural energy, recycling waste and improving air quality. “We’re happy to say that during construction, more than 1,367 tons—

“Our goal was always to offer more services to the community while minimizing our impact on the environment,”Fammartino said. “And I believe we’ve accomplished that. This is a good thing for our patients, our employees and Fishers and the surrounding community.” For more information about the expansion of St.Vincent Medical Center Northeast, visit northeast.stvincent.org.

Upcoming safety courses offered at St.Vincent medical center northeast Jan. 17 – car Seat Fitting Station time: By appointment cost: Free St.Vincent Medical Center Northeast has created a car seat fitting station designed to ensure that your child’s car seat is properly installed to provide optimal safety conditions. The St.Vincent staff will be available to offer support in making sure your child is safe while traveling in the car. For more information or to schedule an appointment for Jan. 17, call 317-415-9010. Jan. 26 & Feb. 2 – Family and Friends cpr 9 a.m. - noon cost $10.00 St.Vincent Medical Center Northeast is offering a Family & Friends CPR course on Jan. 26 and Feb. 2 from 9 a.m. to noon. The course is for people who want to learn CPR but do not need a course completion card in CPR for their job. This course is ideal for school personnel and students, new parents, grandparents, babysitters and others interested in learning how to save a life. For more information and registration, call 317-338-CARE (2273).

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As support grows, Hamilton County will be asked whether it approves of expansion of mass transit By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com The community landscape is changing through new infrastructure, businesses, real estate and construction, but could mass transit further evolve Hamilton County? In the coming months, the discussion of a dramatic expansion of mass transit in Central Indiana will become more prevalent as community leaders and citizens support the idea. Noblesville Mayor John Ditslear said mass transit was a futuristic idea – something the city doesn’t need today but will in the near future. “It is a subject that I’ve been working on for several years. I’m planting that seed and getting it started,” he said. “I’m very supportive of mass Ditslear transit. As we grow it’s important for us to get people where the jobs are in Noblesville and for Noblesville residents to get downtown in a more cost effective and efficient way.” The Hoosier Port Authority has ownership of the railroad right of way. “It was a very expensive thing to do, but Noblesville, Fishers and Hamilton County had the foresight more than 20 years ago,” he said. “We’re prepared. It’s coming to Noblesville through our leadership.” Through the Indy Connect Now campaign, members of the Indiana General Assembly are urged to authorize a referendum that would allow a vote by Marion and Hamilton County residents on whether to fund the enhanced mass transit system. Indy Connect Now Executive Director Ron Gifford said an attempt to pass legislation did not succeed last year but he was hopeful this general assembly would be different. “Rep. Jerry Torr (R-Carmel) is committed to passing the bill with the support of a bipartisan group,” he said. “We expect several other folks will sponsor the bill in January.” To fund the Indy Connect plan, a voter referendum is needed to approve local funding in Gifford both counties. If approved by the general assem-

The Plan Phase I calls for five rapid transit lines from downtown Indianapolis to Noblesville and Westfield, with modern transit vehicles creating faster connections along key routes, as well as six express bus routes to provide quick access between major commercial centers. These lines are expected to be installed between 2017 and 2020. In addition to more bus routes, the Indy Connect plan will help decrease wait times at transit stops from an average of 30 minutes to 10 minutes on all the major lines. One rail line from Union Station in downtown Indianapolis to Noblesville will be in service by 2021. Indy Connect Now Executive Director Ron Gifford said these expanded transportation options would help retain and attract talented employees to Central Indiana. The Phase I project comes with a $1.3 billion price tag but Gifford said almost half of that would come from federal grants. “We think we are really well positioned there,” he said. To view a video showing the transformation of downtown with mass transit, visit www.currentnoblesville.com www.currentnoblesville.com

From left, United Way of Central Indiana Area Director Joan Isaac, Indy Connect Now Executive Director Ron Gifford, Hamilton County Commissioner Christine Altman and Westfield Mayor Andy Cook discuss mass transit and its impact on Hamilton County. (Photo by Robert Herrington)

bly, Gifford said a special election could occur this fall or during the 2014 general election. A petition is available online at www. indyconnectnow.com. It will be shared with state lawmakers who are likely to take up the issue during the new legislative session. “Now is the time in my opinion to ask people,” Ditslear said. “The legislator seems to be more receptive,” said Westfield Mayor Andy Cook. “It’s about Central Indiana competing with other metropolitan areas our size.” Gifford said expansion of the transit system would begin in 2014, with completion of the entire plan expected by 2022. He said the benefits of mass transit include connecting people to new job opportunities and healthcare facilities, mitigating traffic congestion and improving the environment (i.e. air quality) with electric and hybrid electric vehicles. “It’s a good option for people to get from point A to point B,” Gifford said. “It’s incentive for neighborhood and community development – development that wouldn’t have occurred otherwise.” “The rapid transit buses have dedicated lanes with limited stops and the technology to override traffic signals,” explained Cook. “It’s fairly new technology used across the country and less expensive to build than rail. We can utilize existing lines from Indy to Fishers/Noblesville.” According to Gifford, an investment in mass transit could lead to real estate development featuring new businesses, shops and apartments that open along the new rapid transit lines throughout the county. Within five years of building a new 10-mile lightrail line in Charlotte, new development brought in $1.5 billion for a city smaller than Indianapolis. Both Ditslear and Cook traveled to Charlotte to see the city’s light-rail as part of the Central Indiana Regional Council of Chief Elected Officials. “Charlotte is 10 years ahead of us,” Ditslear said. “It brought a lot of economic development to the city of Charlotte. I anticipate that would help the city of Noblesville, Hamilton County and Indianapolis.” Ditslear said Charlotte and other metropolitan cities have shown that a strong transit system attracts talented young professionals. Current in Noblesville

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“When I was younger, we went to where the job was. Younger people pick where they want to live and find cool jobs there,” he said. A major upside to mass transit is it would provide direct routes to downtown. Currently the two main traffic ways to Indianapolis end at I-465. Cook said that if transit lines were in place, Hamilton County would have seen more tourism traffic from Super Bowl guests. “It really enhances both ways for us,” he said. “It provides options for visitors.” January 8, 2013 | 9

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Colts Strong It is our position that the Indianapolis Colts earning an AFC playoff berth is the feel-good story of the year. What started out as a season full of controversial player and management changes seemed all but doomed when new head coach Chuck Pagano was diagnosed with Leukemia early in the season. Immediately, fans put aside any animosity and Payton Manning withdrawal to channel their positive energy toward the healing of Coach Pagano. This ground-swelling effort took the form of the “Chuck Strong” campaign. The Colts organization led the way supporting blood drives, fundraisers and education efforts on Leukemia – complete with shaved heads in an empathetic sign of solidarity. Offensive coordinator/interim coach Bruce Arians, a cancer survivor, boldly vowed to extend the season to allow the return of a healthy Coach Pagano. Thanks to the outstanding efforts of Coach Arians, an emotionally-charged team led by rookie quarterback Andrew Luck and a dedicated fan base, the promise was fulfilled. Not-to-be forgotten are the accomplishments of General Manager Ryan Grigson who seemingly hit all the right buttons at all the right times. Among the dark clouds cast on 2012 by economic woes and national tragedies, thanks to the Indianapolis Colts, the game of football has warmed our hearts.

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Hey, Washington: It’s the spending, stupid!

Unintended intentions Commentary by Terry Anker

As Washington continues its financial debates, we are befuddled by our sophisticated “adult” methods of problem-solving. We say one thing while doing another. We do one thing while saying another. Of course, these paradoxes are driven by all manner of constraint – time, money, skill and even direct self-deception. Why do we encourage folks in public prison to read the Bible and attend church but prohibit them from doing the same while attending public schools? Why do we forbid ourselves from actions that would atrophy and spark dependency with wild animals in public parks while we fail to do the same to protect millions of able-bodied Americans trapped in the death-spiral of a life on the public dole? As a college student decades ago, I visited Mexico and first encountered urban poverty. Yet, I was admonished by the chaperones to avoid giving money – even the smallest amount – to the scores of children begging on the streets. To be compassionate (and make myself

feel good) by tossing a few bucks into the basket would, I was told, create incentives, keeping the children out of the free Mexican education system and ensuring poverty for generations to come. If I indulged my instinct to ease the perceived suffering, then I was actually perpetrating a much greater harm. They instructed, give to institutions not to people! Were there cases where an individual child was in real need? Of course – human suffering is a part of being human. Yet, could I, in attempting to assuage the pain of one, actually lead to the pain of many? In all the season’s greetings and all the spending, it remains important that we measure our generosity by outcomes as much as by intentions. But, can a generous intention ever be bad with the unintended consequences made not pertinent?

We’re sure you’re as tired of reading this as we are of writing it: The GOP caves in, again. As everyone knows, the so-called “fiscal cliff” was “avoided” by a typical, kick-the-can-downthe-road approach by our legislative giants in Washington, D.C. Instead, we should kick those “leaders” out, starting with John Boehner (R-Ohio), speaker of the U.S House of Representatives, who continues to try to compete with President Barack Obama on who can lead the least. We say they’re both winners in that department. We’ve often said that the GOP should just shut down, as only late-night comedians would miss the party. However, we think a better approach for the nation is to shut down the Democratic party, leaving the GOP as is, which guarantees the existence of a liberal party. We then create a conservative party, which can help legislate common-sense solutions to our fiscal problems. Hey, Washington: It’s the spending, stupid. ••• We trust you had a wonderful holiday season and have returned to the normalcy of everyday work and life. At least we hope that’s the case. As the calendar page has turned, we’re looking for opportunities at Current to tell you more of what you need to know about your community. And, as this is your newspaper, we still have the door wide open to your suggestions. If you funnel everything to info@youarecurrent.com, we’ll make sure it gets into the proper hands. ••• Certain holidays, as you might know, bring a shift in our delivery day, so with the approaching Martin Luther King Day (a Monday postal holiday on Jan. 21,) Current will deliver on Jan. 19. Brian Kelly, publisher, and Steve Greenberg, general manager, are co-owners of Current Publishing, LLC. Write them at info@ youarecurrent.com.

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More to blame than Republicans Editor, I would just like to comment on your comments regarding the Fiscal Cliff. I don’t agree that the dominate culprit is the Republican Party. The Democrats had total control of the government for two years and did nothing except $4 trillion in increased debt and more in the future and no budget since they have been in office. Obamacare is a disaster that increases taxes for everyone and many of these are not related to healthcare. The Democrats are as intransigent as the Republicans. The middle class is in for a rude awakening. My conspiracy theory is increase taxes on the rich, which will not solve anything, and the middle class is next in

the scheme of things because that is really where all the money is. I could go on and on, but I won’t. After the “Our Take” in your column, I couldn’t agree with you more. The country actually voted for the status quo, what a shame. So after letting me give you my opinion, let me tell you that I love your publication. I read most of it every week and enjoy it very much, especially the grammar guy. I’m putting a brochure of his articles together for my grandson (9 years old) to get him a jump in school. My wife, daughter and I have also brushed up and are relearning. Keep up the good work. Dick Stoffel, 46060

Minister inspires New Year’s resolution Editor, At First Christian Church Sunday, our minister talked about the Sandy Hook massacre in Connecticut and said that many people were wondering what could they do to help “make a difference” in honor of those killed during that terrible event. He suggested that perhaps each of us who had those thoughts of wanting to help, make

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New Year’s resolutions – again Commentary by Danielle Wilson

I’ve made it another year, and per my usual M.O., I will now share with you, my adoring public, my New Year’s resolutions. I first did this in 2009, and while a bit frightening to share one’s goals with a few thousand strangers, I found I did a much better job of actually meeting some of those goals that year. 2012 was no different, and though I never got around to painting the family room and still didn’t spend as much time at night with my kids as I’d hoped, I was able to finally get that book published (still available for the incredibly low, low price of $14.95 at www.danielle-wilson.com!) I also found the patience to ignore the pig sty that occasionally poses as our house. So here’s the list for 2013 ... please feel free to mock, judge, and place bets at my expense. 1. Paint the family room. We have now been in our home for three winters, and yet our main floor living space is still a bright shade of sun-shiney yellow. (Maybe I don’t want to be happy this morning!) Do I fear commitment, or am I just plain lazy? Perhaps both, but this baby is going atop the list in 2013. 2. Swear less. I make this a resolution every single year and rarely see any progress. I admit to a potty mouth, but can’t seem to clean it up. So, damn it, I will try yet

again, for the sake of my children and Baby Jesus. 3. Make new friends. Doo is always encouraging me to be more social, though I truly am happy most nights sitting in a comfy chair with a good book. This year I’m going to squelch that anxiety that creeps up on me whenever I enter a new social environment and actually force myself to meet people! I don’t want to end up a lonely geriatric with cats, no matter how delicious the smut Nora Roberts turns out. 4. Appreciate my children for who they are, especially my oldest daughter. I frequently find myself critiquing everything from her hairstyle to her clothing choices, and generally for no reason other than I’m in a bad mood. She’s beautiful and interesting in her own way, and I love that she is confident enough to steer away from the mainstream. 5. Drink less soda. I’m hoping to obtain my caffeine fix through more natural channels like tea and Lindt truffles. Happy New Year to you, and good luck with your own resolutions! Peace out.

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Eyes” together, with Pratt choreographing Act I and Hochoy creating Act II. For Hochoy, the Timewarp! Destination: the Swingin’ ’60s. It mystique of the Rat Pack held fond memories. “Growing up in Trinidad,” Hochoy was a time of fast cars, trendy clothes, recalled, “I watched Dean Martin on cool guys and hip lingo. No other television. He was such a great, allgroup or individual better embodied around entertainer. They were all great the era than the Rat Pack: Frank Sinaentertainers, who had a great time. Those tra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr., guys were just so hip and so stylish!” Peter Lawford, and Joey Bishop. Marketing Director Paul Hansen Each member was a star in his own Hochoy agreed. right, yet, together, they forged a new “I feel like the Rat Pack never left our cultural identity, and reached new heights and new audiconsciousness,” he laughed, referring to the Rat ences. Whether performing on television, playpack revival of the 1990s. “It was a very sophising to sold out crowds at the Sands hotel in Las ticated era. Everything was hip and sleek, and Vegas, or starring in such films as “Ocean’s 11” and “Robin and the 7 Hoods,” the Rat Pack was the audiences were made up of young hipsters. It was very cool time for the people who were immensely popular with ’60’s audiences. around when the Rat Pack was at its peak.” Audiences will have an opportunity to exThe idea for the show stemmed from a longperience part of the Rat Pack’s legacy at 7 p.m. desired project with Sinatra as the centerpiece. Jan. 18 and 2 and 7 p.m. Jan. 19 when Dance “I’m also a huge Sinatra fan,” Hochoy said. Kaleidoscope presents “Old Blue Eyes: Frank “It started as a suggestion to me and Cynthia. Sinatra and the Rat Pack” at Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre, 3 Center Green, Carmel. Dance But there were just so many songs that we agreed that Cynthia would do the Rat Pack Kaleidoscope, the Indianapolis-based dance songs, and I would do the Sinatra songs.” company, is celebrating its 41st season and The next challenge was deciding which Sinawill make its Carmel Premiere with “Old Blue tra songs would be featured. Eyes.” The show, presented in two acts, will “There were just so many songs,” said Hofeature a unique approach: dance numbers set choy. “Frank Sinatra was such a great crooner. to the music made famous by the Rat Pack. Almost all of the songs were ballads. So, the “It was a very magical time,” DK Artistic challenge was to narrow it down, but still have Director David Hochoy said. “It speaks of a lot of variety. And we’ve done that. Act I is another time, a time when we were less jaded. very sexy and sultry, while Act II is very BroadThat is what the show is all about. It is very uplifting, very high spirits. It’s a feel-good show way. Each song is its own world. These are and very cheerful. These days we need as much songs that the audiences go nuts for, and will really blow the audience into hyperspace.” cheer as we can get.” Act I will feature standards such as “Fly Me Hochoy and Cynthia Pratt put “Old Blue www.currentnoblesville.com

to the Moon,” “Mambo Italiano,” and “Ain’t that a Kick in the Head,” while Act II will have such Sinatra classics as “Come Fly with Me,” “The Lady is a Tramp” and, of course, “New York, New York,” which represented another challenge for Hochoy. “I wanted to do the song without any Rockettes-styled kicks,” he laughed. “Absolutely, no kicks!” “These are definitely the songs that draw me back in,” Hansen said. “And the performers are all incredible, the singers, the dancers, the choreographers. I’m really very proud of all of them and the way it has been put together. This is also an opportunity to introduce DK to a whole new group of people.” Hansen is also pleased with the new venue. “We’re in a very comfortable element here,” he said of The Tarkington. “This is a great space and a wonderful place for the audience! It’s a great facility with a very comforting backstage atmosphere. It really feels like family here.”

The Basics What: “Old Blue Eyes: Frank Sinatra and the Rat Pack” Where: Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre, 3 Center Green, Carmel When: 7 p.m. Jan. 18 and 2 and 7 p.m. Jan. 19 Cost: Tickets are $15 to $35. To order tickets, call 843-3800 or visit http:// www.thecenterfortheperformingarts. org/tickets/production.aspx?PID=2051. Website: www.dancekal.org

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Carmel: Alexander’s Ragtime Band • Heartland Truly Moving Pictures and the Michael Feinstein Great American Songbook Initiative have partnered for a new film series. This Friday, the 1938 film “Alexander’s Ragtime Band” starting Tyrone Power, Alice Fare, Don Ameceh and more will be shown at the big screen on stage at the Palladium, 1 Center Green. The film tells a story of a society boy who scandalizes his family by pursuing a career in Ragtime instead of “serious” music. The film begins at 7:30 p.m. and general admission tickets are available for $7.50. For more information, please visit www.centerfortheperformingarts.org. Fishers: Louie’s Live Music Acoustic Fridays presents Sam King • Head to Louie’s Bar and Restaurant at Pinheads to hear Sam King jam out this Friday. The event is scheduled to start at 9 p.m. and end at 1 a.m. Pinheads is at 13825 Britton Park Rd. For more information, visit www. bowlatpinheads.com or call 773-9988. Noblesville: Try it before you buy it • The Noblesville Parks Department is offering one week of selected classes on a free trial basis. This week, participants can try out classes of various programs for adults and children to find the right ones for them, before committing time and money to it. To view the dates and times of the programs and/or to register, visit www.cityofnoblesville.org/parks or call 770-5750. Westfield: Paws and Read • The very special program at 10:30 a.m. Saturday allows children to read a story to a book-loving dog at the Westfield Washington Public Library, 333 W. Hoover St. This activity increases a child’s confidence, generates excitement about reading, and makes learning fun. Dogs provide rapt attention and children read aloud without fear of criticism or interruption. Stop by the Children’s Desk to schedule 10 minutes of special time with a trained listening dog. This is a free program but guests are asked to reserve a time slot. For more information, call 896-9391 or visit www.wwpl.lib.in.us. Zionsville: Hopwood Cellars Winery •12 East Cedar St., will host live music provided by CPR Revival from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday along with free wine tasting featuring their newest white wine, Royal Cwen. Free wine tasting is held 7 days a week and Live Music Friday is every Friday night from 6 to 8 p.m. January 8, 2013 | 13

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“Arsenic & Old Lace” • In this popular comedy from the 1940s, a man discovers that his sweet spinster aunts are poisoning old men to end their lonely suffering. Plays through Feb. 3 • 8 p.m. on Tuesday, Friday and Saturday • 1 p.m. Wednesday • 1:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday • Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Starting at $37.50 • 872-9664 • www.beefandboards.com

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Indy Magic Monthly • Make the winter blahs disappear at this magic show for kids of all ages • 7:30 p.m. • Theatre on the Square, 627 Massachusetts Ave., Indianapolis • 685-8687 • Starting at $12 for children 12 and under, military and seniors (65+) with ID • $20 for adults • www.indymagicmonthly. com Indiana Pacers vs. Miami Heat • Boom Baby! Cheer on the Pacers and join the contagious energy of the Pacemates and mascots Boomer and Bowser at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. • 7 p.m. • 125 S. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis • Starting at $15 • 917-2727 • www.bankerslifefieldhouse.com “Jersey Boys” • The jukebox, documentarystyle musical is based on one of the most successful bands of the early 60s, The Four Seasons. “Jersey Boys” won four Tony awards in 2006, including Best Musical. • 7:30 p.m.; runs through Sunday, Jan. 20 at various times and prices, starting at $27 • Old National Centre, 502 N. New Jersey St., Indianapolis • Call or visit website for prices • 231-0000 • www. oldnationalcentre.com

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John Pizzarelli • Jazz guitarist, vocalist, songwriter and bandleader, Pizzarelli is the son of jazz guitar legend Bucky Pizzarelli. He has recorded with Rosemary Clooney, Buddy DeFranco, George Shearing and Johnny Frigo • 7:30 p.m. • Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre, 3 Center Green, Suite 200, Carmel • $58-68; $18 for students • 843-3800 • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

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The Last 5 Years • Contemporary, one-act musical that shows the rise and fall of a five-year relationship as explained by both partners. Winner of the 2002 Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Music & Lyrics • 8 p.m. today and Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday • Footlite Musicals, 1847 N. Alabama St., Indianapolis • $20 • 926-6630 • www.footlite.org

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“Alexander’s Ragtime Band” • A society boy shocks his family by pursuing Ragtime, as opposed to “serious” music, in this 1938 film written by Irving Berlin. • 7:30 p.m. • The Palladium, 355 City Center Dr., Carmel • $7.50 • 843-3800 • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org 14 | January 8, 2013

“Jackie and Me” • A boy named Joey travels back into time to meet legendary baseball player Jackie Robinson. Joey learns how to face bullies after enduring taunts similar to ones that Robinson had. • 7 p.m. • 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday • Indiana Repertory Theatre, 140 W. Washington St., Indianapolis • Starting at $20 • 635-5252 • www.irtlive.com/ Mummenschanz • The Swiss mime theater troop, in its 40th year, creates objects and materials into abstract forms, simple costumes and expressive masks. Perfect for children 5 years of age or older. • 8 p.m.; Sunday at 3 p.m. • Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre, 3 Center Green, Suite 200, Carmel • Student tickets are $18; adults start at $38 • 843-3800 • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

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Hearthside Suppers by Candlelight • Enjoy an authentic 19th century meal featuring Beef Broth with Rivels, Potato eggs, Squash Pie or Pudding and Everlasting Syllabub. Entertainment and more to follow after dinner. Recommended for ages 10 and older. Reservations are required. • 6 to 9 p.m. Friday through Sunday • Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • $60/person or $55/member • 7766006 • www.connerprairie.org

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“Ruinous Remake of Wizard of Oz” • An environmentally-friendly 21st Century comedy of the famous musical, Dorothy has a smart phone, the Tin Man is recyclable, the Scarecrow is stuffed with organic hay and the Cowardly Lion is a vegan. • 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday • The Milano Inn, 231 S. College, Indianapolis • Starts at $23.25 • 684-0668 • www.themysterycafeindy.com Blue Ribbon & Yellow Rose Carriage Tours • Take your sweetheart downtown and enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride. • Blue Ribbon Carriage Tour: 1 to 11 p.m ( 6 to 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday, Friday 6 p.m. to midnight, 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Saturday); Yellow Rose Carriage Tour: 4 to 11 p.m. (6 to 11 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 6 p.m. to midnight Friday, 4 p.m. to midnight Saturday) • Blue Ribbon picks up and drops off passengers at various downtown areas; Yellow Rose picks up and drops off passengers at Hyatt Regency Hotel, 1 South Capitol Ave., Indianapolis • Pricing depends on length of tour • 631-4169 for Blue Ribbon; 634-3400 for Yellow Rose • www.blueribboncarriages.com; www. indycarriage.com

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Frankenweenie • PG, 86 minutes Commentary by Chris Lloyd As a filmmaker, Tim Burton’s mostly been working on reanimation projects lately – taking old movies and making them rise from the dead as remakes crammed with computer-generated imagery. The results have been up and down, generally scoring at the box office but leaving lovers of his earlier work (I count myself) feeling disappointed. If “Frankenweenie” has a fresher feel than most of his recent movies, that’s because it’s a remake of his own short film. The original was live action, a black comedy about a boy who zombifies his pet pooch using Frankenstein-esque science. The spiffy new version is stop-motion animation, which suits the material well – a mix of heartfelt pathos and creepy-crawly horror movie elements.

Victor (voiced by Charlie Tahan) is crushed when his beloved dog Sparky is, er, crushed in a car accident. Indirectly inspired by his eccentric science teacher, Victor jolts the canine alive with electricity. But then the other kids in the neighborhood discover the trick, and soon the whole town is overrun with zombie pets. Despite the subject matter, “Frankenweenie” is sweet-natured and should be suitable for all but the smallest children. And adults will enjoy the references to classic horror creatures, especially the classic Universal Studios menagerie. Read more of Chris Lloyd’s review of current films and DVDs at www. captaincritic.blogspot.com or www. thefilmyap.com.

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Which filler will benefit my needs? Commentary by Barry Eppley Q: I am confused about all the different injectable fillers. What do you think of the benefit of the filler Sculptra versus something like Juvederm for facial aging? A: Injectable fillers do have a role for some patients in the treatment of facial aging. However, it is very important to differentiate the ways injectable fillers are used. That distinction makes a big difference in which type of injectable filler is most appropriate. I divide injectable facial rejuvenation into two categories; spot and global facial rejuvenation. Spot rejuvenation includes such areas as lip enhancement, softening nasolabial folds, or filling in orbital tear troughs. Given the low volumes of filler needed CPN expands cardiovascular care at Community Westview Hospital – Community Physician Network has announced that its team of cardiovascular specialists now provides full-service care at Community Westview Hospital, 3630 Guion Rd., Indianapolis. The CPN team now delivers heart and vascular care that was previously provided by The Care Group, aligning the west side hospital more closely with Community, its affiliate network.. “At Community Physician Network, we deliver exceptional care as an integrated team that involves the patient, primary care physicians and cardiovascular physicians. As we embark on the exciting journey of serving the broader Westview community, we are guided by our mission and values of patient centric care,” Srinivas Vallapuri, M.D., lead cardiologist at Community Westview, said. Cardiac patients can expect access to a full range of personalized cardiology and vascular care that includes diagnostic testing, complex coronary and vascular interventions, cardiac electrophysiology service and devices, cardiac and vascular surgeries and a team of specialized personnel. In addition to comprehensive heart and vascular care, the team at Community Westview is connected with providers and services across Community Health Network, providing streamlined patient care that is highly coordinated.

and sensitivity of the tissues injected, any of the hyaluronic fillers (such as Juvederm) may be used. Global, or volumetric, facial rejuvenation is different because it adds soft tissue volume to fill out the face, re-inflate it, and create a ‘lift.’ Given the volumes needed, the hyaluronic fillers are a bit cost prohibitive. This is where Sculptra comes in because it is a better ‘volumizer’ based on the way it is administered, works and persists, even though it takes a series of injections to create the desired effect. Dr. Eppley is an Indianapolis board-certified plastic surgeon. Comments can be sent to info@ eppleyplasticsurgery.com

Riverview Rehab & Fitness unveils pool renovation and new cardio equipment Thursday – Riverview Rehab & Fitness, 601 Westfield Rd., Noblesville, will host an open house from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday. The event will allow the public to see aquatic and land exercise classes featuring the club’s newly renovated warm water pool and new cardio workout equipment. Fitness specialists and therapists will answer questions. Door prizes will be announced during the event. For more information and a schedule of upcoming classes, visit www.riverview.org.

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Riverview Hospital announces Cancer Patient Support Group – In its continuing effort to help make Hamilton County a healthier community, Riverview Hospital in partnership with the Cancer Support Community, is offering a bi-weekly support group for people affected by cancer. This free, professionally led support group lets people challenged by cancer know that they are not alone. The group meets at the Riverview Hospital Cancer Center from 6 to 8 p.m. the first and third Tuesday of each month. To register, call 257-1505. A brief get-to-know you meeting is required prior to starting the group.

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Commentary by David Cain A former colleague used to always promote the idea of making decisions as if time and money didn’t matter. What would you do if you could do anything? After all, he’d say, money and time are just hurdles to work through – they are just problems to solve but they shouldn’t get in your way. That strategy never felt completely comfortable to me. After all, why would you solve problems without considering your constraints? As I watch my kids grow up and learn to make decisions, they ignore money and time. I’m not sold on the idea that their decisions are any more grounded but I’m not certain it’s a completely flawed approach either. We are all saddled with the past and bogged down by decisions of the days before. If you could clear your mind of all the past and start over today, what would you do differently? After you get to that decision, make a list of the obstacles and begin to negotiate a solution. The end of a calendar year is always a convenient place to evaluate the year and make plans for a more successful one to follow. For my new year, I’m not going to be a part of the 45 percent of Americans that make resolutions or the 25 percent that fail. I’m not resolving anything. I’m going to instead have a couple of themes or concepts to test. The first, I’m going to step up my ongoing pursuit of phasing out the word “no” and replacing it with “how.” That will start with the question of: “What if money, time and past decisions didn’t matter? What if the slate were clear?” The second, I’m going to approach the months ahead more like a journey where I’m the captain of a ship. I’ll revisit improvements regularly and steer the ship on its course. There is no autopilot for life, I’m responsible for mine.

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New Year means new beginnings Commentary by Kristen Boice The New Year often brings a chance for new beginnings and an opportunity to focus on what really matters. We can set new intentions and create an action plan to make change in your life. It’s a chance to rethink old patterns and establish better ones. It’s a chance to really get clear on what you want, which leads to better health and more happiness. Sometimes we want to make changes, but don’t know where to begin. Below are a few suggestions to get the ball rolling. Figure out who you are and what you are passionate about. Take time to write down a description of you and what you get excited about. What do you feel passionate about? What really matters to you? What is your highest value? For example, you may discover you are not taking care of yourself. So, you may want to think about what you are going to do to take care of yourself such as getting a massage, walking three times a week or getting more connected spiritually. Work through issues from the past. Sometimes we let our past have a lot of power over us. It can keep us stuck in anger and resentment. In order to eliminate road blocks, it is extremely important to work through past issues or hurts. This

gives us clarity and freedom to let go and move on. It means facing the pain of the past and moving through the feelings that go along with it. Get outside your comfort zone. Change can be uncomfortable and hard. It’s like writing with the opposite hand. So if you’re right-handed, it will be extremely uncomfortable to write with the left hand. However, you are going to grow and evolve. After a while, you will get more used to it and it won’t be so uncomfortable. Move into the fear. Don’t let the fear dominate your thinking and keep you from getting what you want in your life. Write out an action plan. This is an important step. What are the things you need to do to make a change? Do you need to change your routine? Follow the plan for 21 days consecutively. Research indicates the change is more likely to stick. Give to others. Start your day with gratitude and think about how you can make a difference in the world. Change starts with one person at a time – let it start with you! Kristen Boice is an individual, couples and family counselor and speaker with Pathways to Healing Counseling & Education. Contact her at kristen@ pathwaystohealingcounseling.com.

Easy to keep New Year’s resolutions Commentary by Tracy Line It’s really just a matter of time: first comes the New Year with new goals, then comes progress, and a month later, broken pledges. This year, why not make some resolutions you can keep? A few travel resolutions will make your vacation that much better. Plan ahead … or not. Make your travel reservations eight to 12 months in advance, depending on where you’re going, and you’ll get more options and better prices. There’s a reason that last beach house is available: it’s likely overpriced or not so wonderful. Sometimes, you can luck into a late cancellation; if you’re feeling spontaneous at the last minute, go for it! Think before you book. A great vacation gives you the relaxation and change of scenery you need to cope with the rest of life. A stressful one is just a bummer. Think strategically. Squeezing five people into a tiny hotel room for 10 days is quite possibly too much togetherness. A four-night jaunt to the Caribbean isn’t relaxing if two days are spent in the airport. Towing Turtlenecks make a comeback – After various fashion shows in 2012, it looks like the turtleneck is poised to make a fashion comeback. Many legendary figures throughout the years have sported them, including Steve Jobs and Audrey Hepburn. – www.thelook.today.com www.currentnoblesville.com

a toddler a half-mile to the beach? That gets old fast. A well-planned trip helps you avoid stress and frustration. Pack light. I’m here to tell you, you don’t need that extra pair of jeans or sweatshirt. Lugging around a heavy, overstuffed suitcase is not fun and it’s unlikely you’ll miss what you leave behind. Pack less and make due. What’s the worst that could happen, you have to buy a souvenir sweatshirt? Have fun. Really, attitude is everything. Your flight is delayed; there is nothing you can do about it. Go buy a magazine and wait it out. Raining every day at the beach? Go shop, hit the movies, or just play in the rain. And if everything goes wrong, well chalk it up; we’ve all been there, and it makes for a great story later on. Tracy Line is a travel writer and agent, and the owner of Noblesville Travel. Contact her at Tracy@ noblesvilletravel.com. For travel tips and information check out her blog at www.noblevilletravel.com.

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Little changes go a long way in a cosmetic kitchen remodel Commentary by Larry Greene Original Kitchen: This client came to us wanting to update the look of her small kitchen. Built in 1994 and located in the Saddlebrook South subdivision in Indianapolis, the home’s original floor plan still worked well for the homeowner. However, there was a need and available space for a bit more storage. “It was time to remodel the kitchen. It needed an update, and things were looking tired. I wanted a purely cosmetic change, but needed more storage too,” the homeowner said. “With a tiny kitchen, that extra storage was the one thing that was missing. I love kitchen gadgets, and I needed more room to store them.” Cosmetic Updates: “At first, I was looking to just change the countertops and the sink, but the project grew from there,” the homeowner said. The final design called for laminate countertops in a Milano Quartz color for the main surface, and Tan Soapstone for the raised bar. A new sink and appliances were installed, as well as xenon undercabinet lighting. New canned lights increased the ambient and task lighting of the kitchen. A new tile backsplash was installed with Sandlewood – Monterey Amalfi tile in a staggered

Before pattern and a linen-colored grout. “The backsplash made a big difference in the appearance of the kitchen. The tile gives it more dimension, and I like the brick look.” Matching Existing Cabinetry: Unfinished red oak cabinets were installed and stained to make them look original to the space. According to the homeowner, “You cannot tell that the new cabinets were not there from the get go. I liked my old cabinetry and I wanted to keep costs down. Adding new cabinets that matched

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Opening early 2013 One of a Kind Luxury Boutique Spa at the Beautiful City Center in Downtown Carmel will begin interviewing for the following positions: F-T & P-T Massage Therapists, P-T Aesthetician, F-T & P-T Nail Techs and Front Desk/Concierge Job Responsibilities: • Act as Consultant to Guests Regarding Skincare Needs • Rebook guests • Perform Treatments and Advanced Techniques • Sell Retail • Ask for Referrals • Attend Weekly, and Monthly Training Meetings • Other Duties as assigned by Director • Be Knowledgeable and recommend proper Professional Retail Lines to Guests/Clients Skill Sets Required: • Presents a Polished, Professional and Confident Demeanor • Ability to Cross-Sell • Ability to Learn Treatment Techniques when Required • Ability to Maintain Professionalism at all Times • Maintain Cleanliness of Treatment Rooms • Possess Current Indiana License • Possess at least 6 Months of Experience in a Spa, or Med Spa • Be Flexible with work schedule / Some Evenings and Most Saturdays are required (2) Front Desk/ Concierge (approx. 15-30 hrs. wk.) Job Responsibilities Includes: • Greet and Check –In Guests • Assign weekly “Daily Duty” sheets • Schedule Guest Experience on Multi-line Phone system and in person • Rebook Guest Appointments • Access Company Software to use reports, mailings, and manage employee schedules • Sell Retail Product Lines • Attend Weekly and Monthly Training Meetings • Communicate with Guests to Ensure that their Experience was Excellent • Confirm Guest Appointments • Keep “Front of the House” Area Clean and Tidy at All Times • Perform Weekly Accurate Physical Inventory • Other Duties as assigned by Spa Director • Ability to Work Evenings and Saturdays as Required Candidate should possess the following skill sets: • Expert Level Communication skills • Team Player at all Times • Ability to Learn and Educate Guests on Various Professional Product Lines • Ability to Multi-Task Under Pressure while Maintaining a Calm Demeanor • Presents a Polished and Confident Personality as well as Outward Appearance Candidate should have previous experience with the following: • Previous Multi-line Phone Experience • Previous Sales in Retail Environment and/or Front Desk Experience with Upscale Restaurant or 5 Star Hotel • Experience and confidence with Social Media, I Pads, Apps, and General Computer Knowledge Compensation Includes: For Professionals/ Draw Vs. Comm, Retail Comm, Bonuses, PTO. Front Desk Comp/ Hourly Rate, Retail Comm, Bonuses, PTO – All SDS employees Receive 1 Company Uniform, Weekly and Monthly Training Meetings, Great Company Culture, An Environment that Fosters Career Growth and Advancement. Please send Resume and Cover Letter to info@silverdoorspa.com Subject Line: Job Title for which you are applying Interviews begin the week of January 14th

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A less stressful and economical alternative to boarding with loving care for your pets in the comfort of your home. Experience in Exotics. Insured/Bonded Member of Pet Sitters Associates LLC happypetsitter@gmail.com Hamilton County only 317-645-6043 • References available

Buy a spa pedicure get a manicure for FREE! I am available for parties, girls night out, etc. “Let me take care of you” Now at Hillary & Co. • 815-8480

IN-HOME LICENSED CHILDCARE FOR AGES 0-6 Experienced child care in the Woodgate Area. Licensed, CPR Certified, First Aid Training. Mon.-Fri. 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Call 317-844-7207.

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Skip’s Auctions Gallery Every Monday Night 6 p.m. Auction Zip #26565 We buy estates, households, gold, silver and coins 14000 St. Rd. 32E, Noblesville, IN 765.606.6001 Always accepting clean consignments.

2010 Lexus LS460. Flagship Lexus luxury with less than 23,000 miles. All wheel drive, leather seats (heated and cooled), Bluetooth, Navigation. Lexus serviced. Truffle Mica with Parchment interior. Beautiful. $53,450. Info@youarecurrent.com.

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Dining room table, and 6 chairs: $600 (2 captains, 4 regular) and a two-piece hutch ($600): combined $1,000 Call 317-694-0673

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by Jay Orner. Like new w/ cues etc. $400.00. 317-445-8225 Westfield

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Duties • Answer phones, greet customers/clients/vendors (first impression of the company) • Run weekly office errands (must have reliable transportation) • Assist with investor gift fulfillment and other mailing/shipping as needed • Maintain tidiness of the break room and overall office • Sign for all incoming packages and certified mail; distribute mail • Order office supplies; organize and restock supplies • Copier service (when applicable), fill with paper each night • Maintain proper postage on meter, order supplies, qtrly billing to CEO for personal • Track internal gift card redemptions • Assist with tracking promotion redemptions • Coordinate and distribute server/host rewards (WOW cards) • Coordinate travel and accommodations as needed • Maintain and update internal public calendars such as manager vacation time, corporate vacations, Indy events, etc. • Assist with invoice verification and filing • Prepare gift baskets, as needed • Complete other administrative duties as requested Requirements • Must be able to work 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday – Thursday, and 8 a.m. to Noon on Fridays. Some flexibility, but must be consistent. • Local travel required, with mileage reimbursement Qualifications • This person should have excellent verbal and written communication skills and enjoy the service and hospitality industry. Experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook is required. • Reply to: officeassistant.ceres@aol.com

Now Hiring: Noble Roman’s Take-n-Bake P’ZA: Be part of the grand opening crew for the first Noble Roman’s take-n-bake on the north side. • Must have excellent customer service skills. • Location is at W. 96th Street and Michigan Road. Interviews will be held at Laser Flash in Carmel. • Send resume to; info@laser-flash.com • Application form can be found on our Noble Roman’s take-n-bake Facebook page.

PART-TIME BARTENDER NOBLESVILLE Neighborhood bar needs fun, outgoing & honest person for a do it all position. Flexible hours. Background checked. 317-416-2749

Clarity Personal Care Services

is looking for a compassionate, mature, refined lady for a full time, part time, AND “live-in” position. No experience is necessary, but must be meticulous, well organized, articulate and educated. Call Sharon Hughes at 317-439-0247

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