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Parents’ opinion heard in start-time decision

By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com After months of discussions and consideration, Noblesville Schools Supt. Dr. Beth Niedermeyer recommended that the district Education should not change school start times from its current schedule at the Dec. 16 board meeting.

“I know there has been a lot of anticipation regarding my decision on our school start times,” Niedermeyer said. “After reading through the survey data and careful consideration of all stakeholders involved, I have decided there will be no change in times for the upcoming school year. Since this is an issue the community feels passionately about, I know many will be disappointed, and even upset, about my decision. I certainly understand these frustrations.”

The proposed change had start of school for high and middle schools students scheduled to be 8:45 a.m. from the current time of 7:35 a.m., and elementary schools scheduled to start at 8 a.m. as opposed to 8:40 a.m.

The start time initiative began under former superintendent Dr. Libbie Conner, who said the district had been extensively studying the issue for approximately two years. Conner previously announced that start times would change in the 2015-2016 school year and that final, confirmed times would be communicated in early 2015.

Niedermeyer commissioned an independent third-party survey on the subject when she started earlier this school year with the goal of getting comprehensive data on what parents and staff thought about the change. The survey asked respondents to consider two different options, each started the high and middle schools later than the current schedule.

“Two themes that I’ve heard over and over again have really resonated with me,” said Niedermeyer, “Many are concerned that Noblesville Schools has experienced too much change, too quickly. And more importantly, that we have not been listening to what the community wants. My vision for Noblesville Schools is to be innovators who implement successful change with the support of our constituents.”

Niedermeyer said survey data showed many of those respondents did not want any change.

“Clearly this is a major issue and the community

How a decision was reached Commentary by Dr. Beth Niedermeyer

Elementary students get on the bus for the first day of school. The decision made by superintendent Dr. Beth Niedermeyer will not make elementary students begin school before middle and high school students. (File photo)

has given us a great deal of input and direction that you’ve worked through and come up with a conclusion that I think is appropriate,” School Board President Pat Berghoff told Niedermeyer. “I know as time goes on we’ll continue to look at this issue and keep track of the research and if it directs us in a different direction in the future that may be, but for now the appropriate decision has been made. I appreciate your strength in recognizing that now is not the time.”

The board previously backed the decision to change start times and while they went with Niedermeyer’s recommendation some expressed that they had a different preference.

“The research is pretty clear with the older students,” school board member Jane Barr said. “We’ve got to get it to work with the younger ones too and not be hampered by bus schedules or whatever.

To do what’s best for the whole school system is what’s needed.”

Fellow school board member Julia Kozicki simply said, “I appreciate your time and effort and look forward to our continued conversations (on the matter).”

Just finishing her first 100 days on the job, the decision was the biggest Niedermeyer has made to shape the district under her leadership.

“The decision is done. There is no need to reopen it in the foreseeable future,” she said. “There are lots of things we have to work on now that we have a decision. We get to move on to other exciting things.”

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Reese Witherspoon is the star of “The Good Lie,” but she’s not the main character.

Witherspoon plays Carrie, a social worker put in charge of helping them out. Over time, she finds herself drawn ever more into their lives, becoming friends rather than just part of her job.

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Columnist Mike Redmond has his Christmas shopping done in good time this year, but is now faced with a task so onerous that it actually sends a little shiver down his spine just to think of it: Wrapping. To read more, visit currentnoblesville.com

Christians across the world travel to Bethlehem this time of year to see the cave below the Church of the Nativity where tradition says Jesus was born. Columnist Don Knebel writes how another Bethlehem cave honors the man who created a translation of the Nativity story that remained unchanged for almost 1,600 years. To read more, visit currentnoblesville.com

When I joined Noblesville Schools a few months ago, it quickly became clear to me that the No. 1 topic staff, Education parents and community members wanted to discuss was the pending change in start times that had been initiated last school year.

I heard from many who strongly supported the change to a later start time. Like me, and the calendar committee who had been studying this issue for months, they believed in the research that said later school start times were a positive influence for adolescents.

I also heard a strong message from many who did not like the idea of changing start times – how it might impact elementary students, how it would affect after school activities and how it would disrupt childcare schedules.

I initiated an independent survey so I could have data to add to the conversation, and to ensure all voices had the opportunity to be heard. The comprehensive survey feedback echoed what I had been hearing informally.

Forty percent of respondents favored a later start time and they supported that option rather strongly. Sixty percent of respondents favored a “compromise” option, but it was not strongly supported, as many of those respondents didn’t really want to change times at all.

I’ve had dozens of parent, staff and community meetings, emails and discussions on this subject, and have read through all of the approximately 800 comments that were submitted with the survey.

If a significant portion of our community feels we’re not listening to them, not implementing changes at an appropriate pace or not focusing our efforts in the right areas, then we’re not serving our community appropriately.

Changes to school policy can’t and won’t always make everyone happy. That isn’t something to apologize for, and isn’t something we will shy away from going forward.

I’ve been assessing the organization overall as part of my 100-day plan. I’ve identified four key focus areas that are my top priorities to address.

Changing our school start times doesn’t align with these objectives. In fact, I believe it is in direct conflict to the critical relationshipbuilding objective.

To read an extended version of this column, visit currentnoblesville.com

Dr. Beth Niedermeyer is superintendent of Noblesville Schools. She may be reached at beth_niedermeyer@nobl.k12.in.us or 773-3171.

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Police still searching for suspect

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A Noblesville Community Service Officer is “doing well” after being struck by a passing motorist while trying to assist a stranded one on Dec. 16.

At 7 p.m. Dec. 16, Noblesville police officers and CSO Terry Jewell responded to the area of Eighth and Mulberry streets near downtown in reference to a report of a stranded motorist complaint.

Upon arriving on the scene, Jewell parked her vehicle in the southbound lane of Eighth Street and activated the emergency lights on her vehicle.

NPS Spokesman Lt. Bruce Barnes said Jewell was struck by a 2007 BMW vehicle when she attempted to stop it.

“Officer Jewell had a complaint of pain (to one of her legs and lower back) at the scene and was later transported by ground ambulance to Riverview Health (Noblesville),” Barnes said, adding that Jewell “was still a little sore” on Dec. 17. “She will likely return to work later this week with no restrictions.”

Barnes said there was little to no damage to the BMW and neither occupant reported any injuries.

Barnes said the NPD staffs two community service officers that are primarily responsible for enforcing City of Noblesville ordinances associated with animals, parking and junk/abandoned vehicles. They also assist with stranded motorists, conduct vehicle lock-outs and remove traffic hazards and debris from roadway, to name a few of their duties. CSOs are civilian employees.

Jewell, 38, of Indianapolis, has been with the Noblesville Police Dept. since 2014.

news@currentnoblesvilles.com Noblesville police officers are looking for a white male in his 30s who allegedly robbed a local business on Dec. 15.

NPD Spokesman Lt. Bruce Barnes said based on witness statements and evidence at the scene, it is alleged that an individual came into the store at 2 p.m. and demanded monBarnes ey from a store employee.

“The employee indicated that the individual displayed a silver handgun during the robbery,” Barnes stated. “The suspect was given an undetermined amount of cash and fled the store immediately thereafter. The suspect was last seen driving a white or silver vehicle and was observed traveling west on Ind. 32.”

Barnes said the suspect is described as a white male in his 30’s, approximately 6’ 01”, 200 lbs., mustache, short hair, wearing a Chicago Bears baseball cap, blue jeans, winter coat with hoodie underneath, and tattoos on his hands.

“We were unable to get any good photos of the suspect,” Barnes said, adding that the case remains an ongoing investigation.

Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the criminal investigation division at 773-1300.

dispatch Achievement – Mitch Robinson, a sophomore communications major at Ball State University, is among five nationwide finalists who will be selected to host the “Road to Indy.TV” show this summer. The Road to Indy consists of three stepladder racing series for promising young drivers who hope to eventually drive in the Verizon IndyCar Series and Indianapolis 500. The “Road to Indy.TV” show and host will travel to the different races around the country in 2015 and do feature stories for the bi-weekly online program. Robinson submitted an audition video that was selected to be one of the five finalists. The winner among those five will be determined by an online vote, which ends Dec. 26, at http://woobox.com/vx8sfd. Robinson is a resident of Carmel and graduated from Guerin Catholic High School in Noblesville.

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Safe way to celebrate New Years Commentary by Cindy Benedict Looking for a fun way for your family to spend New Year’s Eve that is alcohol and tobacco-free?

How about a fun and our neighbors free evening with lots of your friends and neighbors? Let me tell you about a gem of an event called First Night Noblesville, which will be held at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville, and is open to all residents of Hamilton County.

There is so much going on at this New Year’s Eve alternative that I can guarantee you won’t be bored. Look at this line-up: • Doors open at 7:15 p.m. with more than 100 board games set up for children of all ages to play. There will also be ping-pong, mini basketball and door prizes available throughout the night.

• 7:30 p.m. – Movie show time featuring the romantic comedy “Blended” with Drew Barrymore and Adam Sandler.

• 7:45 p.m. – The kitchen opens with pizza, hot dogs and snacks.

• 9 p.m. – Live music by Jennifer Johnson.

• 10 p.m. – Classic bingo.

• 11:45 p.m. – Live broadcast of the Times

Square Ball-Drop Celebration.

This is the fourth year of this annual event, but it continues the New Year’s Eve celebration begun by George and Linda Kristo 19 years ago.

It is now championed by Jim and Sherry Wafford with help from numerous donors.

“I really want people to understand that this event is entirely free – you can come and not spend one dime,” said Sherry Wafford. She and Jim always stress that this is “for the community, from the community” and all are welcomed.

They make sure there is something for the very young, and the very young in spirit, who want to ring in the New Year in a family atmosphere.

It takes a lot of resources to make this event a success and they still need volunteers, door prizes and bingo prizes. If you can help, call Sherry at 773-7391. You can learn more at www.

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Thank you to the Waffords, and all of the business sponsors, for letting the entire community ring in 2015 together.

Cindy Benedict is the manager of Vision Noblesville. She can be contacted at 770-2007 or cbenedict@ noblesville.in.us. To learn more, visit www.visionnoblesville.com.

Main Street elects board leaders

Matt Yates, an architect at krM Architecture.

“The expertise and energy each of the new board members brings will only improve our 2015 While planning for the New Year, Noblesville programs and events.” NMS Executive Director Main Street has announced changes to its board Chris Owens stated. “We are on the of directors with leadership the election of the verge of creating greater awareness of Noblesville Main Street as well as new executive comworking through new partnerships and mittee and new members who will be opportunities to collectively better our helping to lead the organization in 2015. community.”

Perry Williams will serve as board Board members who will continue president with Darren Peterson as vice their terms in 2015 are Jackie Bell, Mipresident, Andy Hahn as treasurer and Williams chael Bourgerie, Mike Corbett, Denise Craig Crosser as secretary. The three Hunt, Olivia Huser, Dave Pumphrey, Alaina Shonknew board members appointed include Jessica wiler and Dana Thompson.

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Nancy Chance, executive director of the Good Samaritan Network, helps those in need in Hamilton County throughout philanthropy the year, but her unwavering generosity is most apparent during the holiday season. On Dec. 10, more than 200 volunteers donated evening hours to help unload trucks and organize the donations Chance received throughout the year for the Holiday Assistance Program.

“I started out helping 397 families in 1980; the network helped close to 26,000 families this year. The families were referred by other clubs, organizations, pantries and churches, so that’s how we know who needed assistance,” said Chance.

Noblesville High School football coach Lance Scheib rallied his team around the cause. The team members moved enumerable boxes filled with toys, clothing and books.

“I got an e-mail from Nancy requesting help, and one part of our football program is that we want our kids to understand how important it is to give back,” said Scheib. “We’re trying to develop servant leaders. These kids are a great example for our student body.”

Scheib said that the team likes to do community service as a large group because with so many hands, they can work quickly.

“This is a first-class organization, and we are

NHS football coach Lance Scheib and team members move donations. (Photo by Beth Taylor)

lucky to have it here in Hamilton County. She (Chance) asked if she could have us next year. I told her that it’s already on the calendar,” Scheib said.

Many of the players were surprised by the needs of many local residents.

“It’s kind of cool to see the impact we might have on a family’s Christmas,” said NHS senior Jake Owen.

Chance, a Noblesville resident, has three storage areas in which donations are kept throughout the year. Planning to organize all of the donations began months ahead of the event.

“I process-map everything in my head logisti-

cally. I’ve been thinking about it for six months.

Everything works out because it’s done for the greater good ... we get it done,” she said.

Chance was appreciative of the community’s support. She encourages adult volunteers to bring their children.

“You learn to give back when you’re young,” she said.

Fishers residents Clarice McCauley and her daughter, Kieran, volunteered together.

“We wanted to get involved to help others, especially during the Christmas season,” said Clarice. Kieran added, “It’s fun to help others and meet new people.”

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Football keeps family together

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com It started with a son taking a long shot to get his father Super Bowl tickets. What has evolved is a family tribute to their late contest mother.

Lebanon High School football coach Kent Wright was watching his team’s game film with Sunday Night Football in the background. A spot on an NFL contest called “Together We Make Football” caught his attention. The grand prize group winner receives a trip to the Super Bowl, including game tickets and transportation.

Trouble was he had just a half-hour before the midnight deadline. Kent didn’t even have time to proof and made the deadline by two minutes. His last line of his essay stated he had more to tell.

A NFL Films producer wanted to hear more and called the next day. What followed has been a whirlwind for the Wrights, long Indiana’s first family of football. Kent’s father Bud Wright has been Sheridan’s coach for 49 seasons, winning nine state titles. Older brother Kevin, Carmel High School coach, has won four state crowns and formerly led the Noblesville and Warren Central programs.

The Wrights were selected as one of three group finalists in the contest (there is a separate voting for three individuals). Voting continues until Jan. 5 on togetherwemakefootball.com.

In the videos, the family members describe

The Wrights, bottom row, Cheri (Hune), Bud, Lana (McHugh), top row, Travis Wright, Kevin and Kent. (submitted photo)

how football has helped the family continue to move on after the loss of their mother Jayne, who committed suicide in 2003 after years of battling depression.

“Dad got all the fame and the glory but mom kept the family together,” Kent said. “She was the glue that kept us all together.”

Kevin said the family wanted to make sure the story served as a tribute to both parents. He said his mother was always on the go, doing things not only for her five children but Sheridan players as well.

“I told how she used to run the concession stand and do the laundry for the team. She was there 24/7,” Kevin said. “So what does keep you together – football has been that for us.”

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An aerial view of Lutz’s Steak House from the 1980s shows how little was around the business when it was first opened. “We’d see deer between us and (Pebble Brook) golf course,” Nancy Lutz said.

(Submitted photos)

Dave Lutz sits at his customary spot at the end of the bar where he would chat with customers.

Lutz’s Steak House to close New Year’s Eve after 31 years of business

By Mark Robinson • robinson@youarecurrent.com

Lutz’s Steakhouse was previously named Calloway’s and was open for six years before the Lutzs purchased it in 1983. The name change didn’t come until six months after the ownership transition so they wouldn’t lose any customers.

Dave Lutz did everything by hand and used paper to graph meat prices (pictured) and still gave employees hand-written paychecks until his death in 2009.

Days may be numbered for Lutz’s Steak House, but the fond memories will live on forever for the owner and her loyal customers.

Cover story Lutz’s is slated to shut its doors at closing time Dec. 31 after more than three decades on the western edge of Noblesville at 3100 Westfield Rd. (Ind. 32).

Nancy Lutz, 72, said her mid-November announcement has spurred interest from potential buyers, but no solid offers have yet been put on the table. Regardless, she said, “I am retiring New Year’s Eve.” Since the announcement, Lutz has been overwhelmed by the community response. “It’s just been incredible,” she said, “the outpouring of support and concern and ‘Oh my gosh, what are we going to do without this place?’”

Lutz, staff members and customers have been reminiscing about the journey that began when Nancy and husband Dave purchased Calloway’s Steak House in 1983, in what was then very rural Noblesville. They renamed it Lutz’s the following year and it has been a mainstay adjacent to Pebble Brook Golf Club ever since.

Nancy said the establishment’s ability to remain independent and not be forced into a franchised, cookie-cutter restaurant has set it apart all these years.

“We have tried to align ourselves with the supper club atmosphere,” she said. “Our music three nights a week, you can’t get better music in Indiana than you can here. We have a dance floor; it’s a unique situation. It would be wonderful to have that go on

(with a new owner). I think people are beginning to appreciate that era and that retro kind of feel a little more than they did before.”

Longtime patron Howard Kenley agreed. Lutz called Kenley, who lives nearby, “the customer that I think we inherited when we bought the restaurant.”

“We’d go at least two times a week,” said Kenley, a Noblesville resident since 1940 when he and his father opened the first Kenley’s Supermarket in town. “We’d like to go on Friday night because they always had good music. On Friday nights when the place was full, Nancy was busy working whatever she did and Dave kind of wandered around visiting with his customers.”

Through the years, Kenley’s family held birthday and anniversary parties at Lutz’s, even a reunion of his Air Force buddies from World War II. One of his favorite memories took place just this year, though. Kenley’s 95th birthday fell on a Monday when the restaurant is normally closed, but Nancy didn’t hesitate when Kenley’s daughter Pam Cammack asked about Lutz’s hosting the milestone event.

“When Pam approached Nancy about the party, she was very pleased to serve us,” Kenley said. “One of the waitresses, Leslie, came in to help out and a couple people in the kitchen and Nancy were there. It was really a nice occasion.”

Pete Smith is another longtime customer and friend who will miss the Lutz’s atmosphere. Smith moved to Noblesville from North Manchester, Ind., in 1991 to become head coach of the high school boys’ basketball team.

He patronized Lutz’s early on A 1984 ad announces the restauand has been a big fan since. rant’s name change.

“To me, it was ‘the place’ to go out for a big-time dinner,” Smith said. “Lutz’s was a hoppin’ place, too, with entertainment three nights a week. We didn’t have that in the towns I had lived in back then.

For Smith, it helped that he found a mutual sports fan in Dave Lutz, who could often be found sitting at the end of the bar striking up conversation with patrons.

“Dave was such a sports nut,” Smith said. “I would come in to the restaurant and I loved his ‘take’ on the sporting scene, although sometimes he was wrong and we’d argue lightly about it!

He would tell me what was wrong with my team as well.”

“We became good friends and his son Mark was a student at NHS then and even became one of our statisticians for my basketball team. Dave and Nancy would feed my Miller basketball teams when I needed it.”

That tradition continues for Smith, now the boys’ head coach at Guerin Catholic High School in Noblesville. The Golden Eagles play in the Noblesville holiday tournament Dec. 29 and 30, so as he did a year ago, Smith plans to take the team to Lutz’s after its first game. “It makes me sad thinking that will be the final time to do that,” he admitted.

Nancy said it became more difficult to run the restaurant after Dave died in 2009, but a loyal and dedicated staff – some working there as long as 30 years – helped her keep going. She’d been contemplating retirement for about three years and, faced with growing competition, the need for upgrades to the building, menu and in social media outreach, decided now was the time.

“It’s really nice to be able to call my own shot,” she said. “It’s nice I’m not being forced into any decision.”

Still, it hasn’t been easy as the memories keep flooding in.

“I am happy one minute and I cry the next,” she said. “You can imagine.”

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FR O M T H E BACKSHOP The reality is this is no dream

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

(With apologies to Clement Clarke Moore, who penned “A Visit from St. Nicholas” we offer this shortened parody.)

Twas two days night before Christmas, when all through the county The shopkeepers were tallying, counting their bounty.

The stockings were stuffed with consumers’ good deeds, Now they’re looking for tax dough somewhere in the weeds.

Politicians were nestled quite smug in their beds, As thoughts of more spending raced in their heads.

And Obama at the helm with Biden on his lap, Just staggered our minds with more useless (stuff).

When out in the streets there arose such a clatter, We hopped in the car to see what was the matter.

In a matter of moments, we arrived to take in, The news that a Bush could be running again.

One side of the aisle sent forth a sigh, Because Hillary’s announcement soon would be nigh.

So a nation divided we assume will be clear, And the election won’t come for a whole ‘nother year.

There’s but little time to change up this state, And a third party’s coming just might be too late.

But we know the truth and it’s far out of sight, As America wonders, Is “Idol” on tonight?

So we sprang to our cars, to our crew gave a whistle, And straight to the bar we both flew like a missile.

You might’ve heard us exclaim, ‘ere we drove out of sight, “Can someone right this ship and do it tonight?”

OK, maybe it’s a weak-humored Christmastime take on a classic, but our nation continues to be a horrid study in dysfunction. From politics to social issues, and from special interests to pure vanity (and the vain know who they are), there is so much to clean up and accomplish. And so, here it is, our Christmas wish for you and us: We all need to give ourselves the gift of holding our leaders accountable, and that, we believe, ultimately will get our nation back on course. Meantime, we sincerely wish you and yours a wonderful, safe and restful holiday.

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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A happy meal

Commentary by Terry Anker

The American drive-thru restaurant is a modern marvel. Sure, we can criticize that it has contributed to the raging obesity epidemic or even that it can claim its share of impact on the decline of the traditional family dinner, but one cannot deny that it moves more tasty calories to more people more quickly than any mechanism here-to-fore imagined.

In our own home, food passed through a pickup window is generally reserved for family trips.

When we are collectively on the road for vacation or to visit relatives out-of-town, the usual aversion to eating in the car is relaxed. In fact, we often start the adventure with a stop at the ubiquitous fast food joint at the interstate highway entrance before “officially” getting underway.

Nothing inaugurates a long journey like lava-hot coffee and a potato product stamped into an oval puck. Over the years, my youngest son and I have taken an unofficial survey of french fries, measuring each based upon a plethora of factors from shape to shelf-life.

Even Russia, has used quick serve as a barometer of east-west detente. With glasnost came the first McDonalds in Moscow and the accompanying long lines (and good service) that one might expect. And now as Putin has thrown his people back a few decades, McDonalds has been banished from the would-be soviet-again capital to prove, one might guess, that they’d rather starve than eat a McNugget.

But for all the happy meals, pardon the reference, amateur critique and international intrigue, drive-thru joints are a staple. A bell weather of our economy and, it seems, of geopolitical tension, these establishments also are workplace to millions. With us ensconced in our vehicles and them sheathed in some monotonous cinder block building, it is easy to forget the humanity of the process.

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

Q U O T E O F T H E W E E K Wanderer, there is no path.

The path is made by walking.

– Antonio Machado

I’ll be honest, certain “magical creatures” are starting to tangle my tinsel, and I’m not afraid to name names. This may end me up on someone’s naughty list, but the time for silence is over.

First up, the stupid Tooth Fairy. Maybe she’s super busy this month, or perhaps her nostalgia for the rockin’ eighties has led her to the liquor cabinet more frequently than usual, but she has really dropped the mistletoe ball lately. My youngest lost a tooth two weeks ago, and we’re still waiting on Madame Tooth Fairy to make an appearance. I could have sworn I heard her the first night that little molar went under Maddie’s pillow, but three mornings later, my daughter was still complaining about her absence. And when I pointed out a stray dollar at the end of her bed as evidence that the TF had indeed paid a visit, Maddie declared that that particular buck was left over from her money-counting spree the day before. Come on! Why would the Tooth Fairy breaks a little girl’s heart like this? Especially at the holidays? I discussed the importance of the Tooth Fairy’s return out loud the other day with my husband, and I’m pretty sure she heard me, but Maddie continues to proclaim that she has yet to receive cash. Either that TF is playing reindeer games or my daughter’s just discovered the definition of “embezzlement.”

Which brings me to my next controversial, supposedly joy-bringing seasonal visitor, Pickleknuckle, our resident elf-on-the-shelf. When he arrived six years ago, he was super-cute and funny, and would always surprise us with his inventive hiding places. Each morning brought another mystery [“Where’s PK?”] and a sleigh of giggles [“Fishing in the toilet with Geoffrey’s toothbrush? Hilarious!”]. Now he’s about as exciting as Ebenezer Scrooge on a spending splurge. Sometimes he doesn’t even change his location! I won’t go so far as to call him a drunk, but a lot of wine does seem to be disappearing lately. And his eyes have taken on that glazed-over, elf-in-headlights kind of look. It’s almost as if he’s, shhh, not real. I know one thing, if Pickleknuckle doesn’t get his act together soon, he might be looking for a new family next Christmas, or worse yet, sent down to the minors where he’ll spend his golden years as an ornament. Yeah, I said it.

So Santa, if calling out your cohorts puts me on the “Not Nice” list, so be it. But perhaps you could pull off a little miracle of your own, and bring an extra three hours for every day in December. I know the Tooth Fairy and Pickleknuckle (and parents everywhere) would greatly appreciate it! Peace out!

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

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THIS WEEK Winter Wonderland on Ice – Lace up your skates and glide around the ice during public skating sessions at Zotec CARMEL Partners Carmel Ice Skadium, 1040 East Third Ave. SW. The rink will be transformed into a Winter Wonderland complete with a Christmas tree at center ice. Themed public skating sessions are noon to 5 p.m. and 6 to 10:30 p.m. daily now through Jan. 1 with sessions at 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 24 and 6 to 10:30 p.m. Dec. 25. For more information, call 844-8889 or visit www. carmeliceskadium.com.

Take Santa Home – Share Santa’s ride home to the North Pole by train at 3:30, 5:30 and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 27 at the FishFISHERS ers Train Station, 11601 Municipal Dr. During the journey, visit with Santa and receive a final gift of the season. Santa waves goodbye to all from the platform of the North Pole Depot when it is time for the train to depart and he returns to his workshop to get toys and gifts ready for next year. Total trip will be 80 minutes. Cost is $10-15. For more information, call 773-6000 or visit www.itm.org.

Returning from Beef & Boards’ 2001 cast to perform in the upcoming production of “The Odd Couple” are (from left): Eddie Curry as Felix Unger, Dan Scharbrough as Murray, and Jeff Stockberger, who will play Oscar Madison. (Submitted photo)

‘The Odd Couple’ hits the stage Dec. 27

By Sophie Pappas • sophie@youarecurrent.com Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre will premiere their rendition of the Neil Simon comedy “The Odd Couple” on Dec. 27.

The comedy, which celebrates TheatEr its 50th anniversary in 2015, will feature longtime Beef and Boards actors like Eddie Curry as the uptight Felix Unger and Jeff Stockberger as the laid back Oscar Madison.

“The main thing that’s interesting is that everyone has worked with Beef and Boards before,” Curry said. “It’s just like playing basketball. [Jeff Curry and I] know how to work off each other because we know what to expect from one another.”

Curry and Stockberger began their professional and personal friendship in 1989, when they met while performing outdoor theater shows in Texas. Stockberger eventually moved to New York while Curry joined Beef and Boards in Carmel, Ind. After September 11, 2001, Stockberger left New York to live in St. Louis. Once a job opened up at Beef and Boards, Curry was quick

to suggest Stockberger apply.

“My unemployment had just run out,” Stockberger said. “There was certainly no work. I had [a moving] truck for six days, so I stopped and visited with my friend. [Beef and Boards] offered me a job. I worked as stage manager for fourand-a-half years.”

While Stockberger says the job gave him a deeper respect for behind-thescenes theater workers, he often ended up being thrown onstage for various roles, earning him a consistent acting job with Beef and Boards.

“The audience loves him,” Stockberger Curry said. “He and I get paired up in Martin Lewis-type roles. We have a pretty good time together.”

Despite a great sense of camaraderie, working at Beef and Boards requires a quick turnaround on rehearsal times and set design.

“Most theaters probably take three to four weeks for rehearsal, to sit down and discuss the script. We don’t take time for that,” Curry said. “We’re looking for people who can do that process on their own. The actors will get about

six days of rehearsal before we start throwing costumes, lights and other set elements into the piece.

Curry says that the newly acquired rehearsal space for Beef and Board productions allows for a highly polished production.

“It makes me come in a lot more prepared than other people,” Stockberger said.

Both occasionally work for other theater groups, which they say afford them an often awkward amount of preparation.

“I get antsy now whenever I work some place where they have a longer process,” Curry said. “I think ‘What are you going to do with all this time?’”

Both Curry and Stockberger hope to provide a classic, even nostalgic interpretation of “The Odd Couple.” “‘The Odd Couple’ is just fun,” Curry said. “The writing is a road map to the rhythm of delivery. I want to make sure you can hear Neil Simon’s intended delivery. You have to regard Simon as one of the classic comedy writers of our time.”

The Odd Couple runs Dec. 27 through Feb. 8.

For more information and ticket pricing, visit beefandboards.com.

The 12 houses of Christmas – Noblesville Preservation is hosting its third annual showcase from 6 to NOBLESVILLE 9 p.m. now through Dec. 31. This fun and engaging holiday driving tour will focus on the exterior of 12 showcase homes, each from one of Noblesville’s historic neighborhoods.

Maps of showcased homes are available for $1. For more information, call 426-1672 or visit www.noblesvillepreservation.com.

Christmas Bird Count – Celebrate the holidays with a day of hiking and birding by helping Hamilton County WESTFIELD Parks and Recreation and the National Audubon Society conduct its annual Christmas Bird Count from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 27 at Cool Creek Park, 2000 E. 151st St. Lunch will be provided.

A $5 donation is requested to help cover the production costs of the result report. For more information, call 774-2500 or visit www. myhamiltoncountyparks.com.

Winter Nature Camp – Looking for something to do this winter break? Celebrate the season with activities zionsVILLE and games focused on animal adaptations during winter break. Explore animal tracks, search for their homes and discover what it takes to survive winter from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Dec. 30 at Zion Nature Center. Registration is required by Dec. 24 and may be made at naturecenter@zionsville-in.gov or 873-8950. Cost is $20 and the camp is for ages 6-12.

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NIGHT & DAY Gingerbread Village at Conner Prarie • Stroll through the amazing and delicious-looking holiday gingerbread house village. Marvel at the many exhibits from both amateurs and professionals. Take the time to notice all the little details and try to choose a favorite display! Kids can also stop by the indoor play area. • 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today through Jan. 4. Closed Jan. 1. • Free with general admission • 776-6006 • www.connerprairie.org

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Reynolds Farm Equipment Annual Lights Display • Pack up the hot chocolate, hop in the car and head to Reynolds Farm Equipment near 126th Street and Ind. 37. Drive through winding paths and marvel at the holiday scenes lit up in glorious Christmas lights. • 12501 Reynolds Dr., Fishers • Tonight through Jan. 1 • Free • 849-0810 • www. reynoldsfarmequipment.com Gifted 2014 at Nickel Plate Arts • Visit the fine arts and hand-made goods exhibition at Nickel Plate Arts and consider purchasing some of the unique, locally made pieces for gift giving. • 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville • Noon to 5 p.m. today and Dec. 26 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 27 • Free • 452-3690 • www.nickelplatearts.org

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The Loft Restaurant – Paul Holdman friday & Rebeka Meldrum, blues & gospel • Looking for a farm-to-table restaurant and live music on a Friday night? Dine at the Loft Restaurant at Traders Point Creamery and enjoy freshly made meals with seasonal ingredients and a rotating schedule of performances from local musicians on Friday nights. • 9101 Moore Rd., Zionsville • 6 to 9 p.m., restaurant open from 5 to 9:30 p.m. • 733-1700 • www.tpforganics.com

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Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre Presents: “The Wizard of Oz” • This holiday show celebrates the classic Wizard of Oz tale with dazzling song and dance. • 3 Center Green, Carmel • 7 p.m. tonight and Dec. 27 and 2 p.m. Dec. 27 and 28 • Adult tickets $46.50 and $24 for kids. • 843-3800 • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.com Race to the New Year • Head out to Cool Creek Park and commit to fitness for the upcoming New Year. This is the 10th annual 5k run and walk and awards will be presented across several categories. • 2000 E. 151st St., Westfield • Registration starts at 8:15 a.m.; race begins at 9:30 a.m. • Adults $25, kids 15 and younger $15. • 770-4400 • www. hamiltoncounty.in.gov

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Happy Holidays from

‘Jingle Rails: The Great Western Adventure’ at the Eiteljorg Museum • Visit this unique locomotive wonderland and get in the spirit of the holidays while watching the trains roam around replicas of Indianapolis building and national sites. • 500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and various hours and days through Jan. 19. • Adults $12, youth 5-17 $6, ages 4 and younger are not charged • 636-9378 • www.eiteljorg.org Mass on Main Holiday Pop Up Shop in Carmel • A group of Indy’s Mass Avenue retailers are creating shopping opportunities in Carmel. Stop by to see displays by Silver in the City, Crimson Tate, Nurture Baby and Handmade Promenade; these special shops will be open through Dec. 31. • 110 W. Main St., Suite 130, Carmel • 11a.m. to 5 p.m. today and 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday • Free • facebook.com/massonmain

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From left: Mrs. Claus, Breyanna Wagner, Santa Claus and Diamond Barrett pose for a picture before the girls talk about holiday gift ideas with Kris Kringle. (Photos by Robert Herrington)

Holly Jolly Jamboree

Brent and Emly Fazekas pet a reindeer following the Silly Safari program.

The Hamilton County Parks & Recreation staff welcomed Mrs. Claus and the Jolly Old Elf himself, Santa Claus on Dec. 14 at Cool Creek Park, 2000 E. 151st St., Westfield. The Clauses took pictures throughout the Holly Jolly Jamboree program.

Jingle John of Silly Safaris presented his animals of the North Pole program which included several animals that like the cold weather, including a reindeer.

Crafts and cookies also were available.

One of Indiana’s favorite holiday traditions!

Journey by train to the North Pole.

Visit Santa. Enjoy a story and a treat on the way. Hurry! Seats sell quickly.

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The first time I met Sylvia Gray, she was giving a free demonstration during the Second Saturday Gallery Walk in the Art District. There Art in the space (which now proudly hosts the Hoosier Salon) I saw a plain, white, silk scarf attached to something I assumed the Inquisition would have used to interrogate natural fibers that were under suspicion.

However, Gray uses the contraption as an easel for painting silks, and I can assure you that no silks are harmed in the process. They are very much changed, though. I had the chance to watch Gray paint an entire scarf, while discussing art, technique, different mediums and doting on her adorable pack of rescued dogs and cats.

Her brushstrokes were as fluid as the gorgeous abstract she created.

“I try not to have expectations,” she said.

“When I expect something, I’m usually disappointed. I have a vague idea of what I’d like to do, but I just have fun and go where it leads me.”

She makes it look so simple, but watching closely, I can see how deftly she mixes her dyes to tell stunning color stories that have obviously been developed by years of practice and experience. Gray clearly loves to learn and expand.

“Recently I started doing figures,” she said.

“When I began I always thought, ‘That’s what

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Her scarves with figures are fascinating, and definitely remind me of what I find so fantastic about Gray’s creations -their extreme versatility.

Her silks could hang as beautifully on a wall, as they could around your neck. One scarf I admired in particular was priced at $40.

The price is determined by the type of silk, and number and difficulty of the processes that are used to create it. To learn more about Gray visit www.sylviagray.net.

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The Scoop: Alexander’s On-the-Square is an old-fashioned ice cream and soda shop housed in a century-and-a-half-old building.

Sandwiches and salads are served for lunch, as well as a variety of ice cream flavors.

They also sell a delicious assortment of oldstyle candies, truffles and chocolates.

Type of Food: American Average Price: Sandwiches and salads range from $5.99 to $7.49. Ice cream cones and sundaes ranges from $1.99 to $4.79.

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The gift of art - Since being diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia, Gracie Gumino of Westfield has spent more than 60 nights at Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health North, including her 12th birthday and Christmas and New Year’s in 2013. Gracie, 13, is sharing that love with other Riley children with a big assist from Oak Trace Elementary School students. The Oak Trace PTO sold bracelets last year for Gracie and then asked her what she would like to do with the extra money. Gracie suggested getting art supplies for Riley kids as her way of giving back. “It’s (art) the one thing that made me happy when I was there so we thought it would be nice to share it,” Gracie said. “I’m very happy with everything that came in.” To read more, visit www.currentnoblesville.com.

Flu, ‘whooping cough infiltrating news@currentnoblesville.com Local schools in the Indianapolis-metro area are reporting large numbers of student and teacher absences, mostly as a wellness result of the flu or a strain of pertussis, commonly known as whooping cough, that has been confirmed by the Center for Disease Control to be making its way across the Midwest.

According to a report from St.Vincent Hospital, an average of 36,000 Americans die; and more than 200,000 are hospitalized from serious flurelated complications. At the same time, the CDC stated in a December Surveillance Trend Report that the number of whooping cough patients has slowly risen since 1990, with the last two years seeing a nearly 10 percent increase.

Noblesville Schools Spokeswoman Marnie Cooke said the district has not been notified of any confirmed cases of whooping cough, but that if they were they “have cleaning and communication procedures in place.”

Westfield Washington Schools Supt. Dr. Mark Keen also said his district is not dealing with any cases of whooping cough to their knowledge but the flu has seemed worse this year.

“We have had a higher than normal number of absences at a couple of schools,” he said, adding protocols are in place for a viral outbreak. “In every instance, our procedure is to work with the Hamilton County Health Dept. and follow whatever directions and procedures they give to us. They’re the experts.”

Dr. Tracey R. Ikerd, medical director of infection control at Riverview Health, said the hospital is not experiencing any specific outbreaks associated with pertussis at this time. He added that Riverview Health has policies and protocols in place to protect patients and staff members from infection.

“If a patient arrives at a doctor’s office or the hospital with a cough, they should wear a mask,” he said. “The staff treating the patient is also instructed to wear a mask. If a patient has confirmed pertussis, contact and droplet isolation precautions would be initiated; meaning anyone entering the patient’s room would wear a gown, gloves and a mask. In addition, hand hygiene

would be performed before and after patient contact.”

Apart from vaccination and encouraging booster shots for pertussis, one thing local hospitals, such as St.Vincent, are doing to prevent the spread of these illnesses is restricting visitors in hospital rooms and telling patients to stay home from school or work if they exhibit any signs of illness.

“By temporarily restricting visitors, we can help limit the spread of influenza, and continue to provide exceptional care to our patients,” stated Dr. Richard Fogel, chief clinical officer at St.Vincent.

Dr. Michael Tsangaris, pediatric pulmonologist for Riley Children’s Specialists at IU Hospital North, encourages families with new babies at home to take extra precautions.

“Ask visitors if they’ve experienced a lingering cough that’s lasted for two or more months – this could be a sign of pertussis. For anyone who wants to hold the baby, insist that they wash their hands,” he said.

Although expectant mothers receive a TDaP booster as part of routine prenatal care, he encourages new fathers to take the same preventative measure.

“Whooping cough doesn’t really have a season; exercise caution throughout the year,” he said.

know more • Vaccination is the single best way to protect against the flu and pertussis. In addition, Indiana residents should follow the recommendations below to prevent the spread of illness: • Stay home from work, school, travel and social gatherings for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone except to get medical care or other necessities.

• Wash hands often with soap and water for 20 seconds.

• Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Avoid kissing, hugging and sharing cups or eating utensils with people who are sick.

• Disinfect frequently touched surfaces, such as toys and doorknobs, especially if someone is sick.

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Germs favorite hiding places in hotel rooms As you prepare for holiday travel, keep in mind this hiding places for germs. In a study from the University of Arizona’ Germa Lab, scientists applied test swabs to various areas in hotel rooms, associated with a variation of the top chain hotels in the country. A meter provided instant readouts of the bacteria counts. Anything over 100 on the scale was considered an unacceptable level of bacteria.

Light switches were the cleanest, with readings as low as 6.

At nearly every hotel tested, the phones were teeming with bacteria — double or even more than triple the acceptable limit of 100.

The single dirtiest thing in all rooms was the TV remote control.

All of the remotes in the rooms tested registered sky-high levels of bacteria, with one delivering a 498.

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Holiday luncheon Chuck Crow of Community Bank receives BMO Harris golf balls from Greg O’Connor for his more than 40 years of service to the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce and his bank’s merger with First Merchants Bank. (Photos by Robert Herrington)

Noblesville High School choir members Alice Lawson and Nick Argueta sing “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire.”

The Noblesville Chamber of Commerce December luncheon featured the Noblesville High School Singers under the direction of Angie Resler. The event, which was held at Purgatory Golf Club, also included a gift collection for the Noblesville Fire Dept.’s annual toy drive.

Marriage and money management Commentary by Adam Cmejla The holidays tend to be a time when a lot of guys are thinking about “popping the question.”

Interestingly, there seem to be finance an equal number of gals hoping that their guy does pop the question! Before you get married though, consider each other’s view on money. The conversation that you’ll have with each other about money is one of the most important areas to be clear and transparent when considering who you’re spending your life with and can set the stage for financial bliss or distress.

Communication & transparency are essential when it comes to money.

That problem may affect more couples than we realize. In 2013, 7 percent of engaged individuals who answered a National Credit Counseling Foundation poll said that if they discussed money issues with their fiancé, it would prompt a fight; 11 percent felt such a talk would uncover financial secrets, and 5 percent said it would “cause us to call off the wedding.”

On the bright side, 32 percent felt a conversation about financial matters would be “a productive and easy conversation to have.” The most frequent response (45 percent) was that a money discussion would be “awkward.”

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You will have to compromise. The most valuable verb in marriage is also really valuable when it comes to your shared financial life. Maybe you’re a good saver, a future “millionaire next door” – and yet your spouse is a comparative spendthrift. If you can’t compromise on a “money policy,” then maybe you can find a middle ground by saving for a special experience. Or, maybe each of you can set aside a bit of money per month to spend or save purely at your discretion.

Build retirement savings & an emergency fund together. Financially, there are few better ways to signify your commitment to one another.

Wait on a big purchase. Consider waiting 24 hours (if you can) before going through with it. Or, alternately, set a dollar limit on such purchases. If the money exceeds that limit, then you both have to discuss it before it can occur.

Adam Cmejla is president of Integrated Planning and Wealth Management, a financial services firm in Carmel providing comprehensive retirement planning strategies to individuals near or in retirement.

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EXISTING KITCHEN: Built in 1916, this home located in the Meridian Kessler area featured many historical design blueprint for elements including a improvement maid’s quarters, butler’s pantry and a small kitchen. “Our house has been in the family for three generations. The last renovation was done in 1950. The cabinets were in bad shape and the layout no longer functioned well in today’s world.

We wanted to modernize the kitchen with clean lines and a gray color pallet and preserve the historical look to be consistent with the rest of our home.”

OPEN-CONCEPT: The walls separating the kitchen, butler’s pantry and maid’s quarters were removed to create one large open space. A new beam was installed to support the second floor.

Two double hung windows with colonial lights replaced the existing doors and helps fill the room with natural light.

CABINETS & COUNTERTOPS: The shaker style of the gray perimeter cabinets is clean lined, while the traditional hardware adds to the historic look. The large island features maple cabinetry in an “Arctic White” finish topped with black pearl granite. The island features plenty of seating space which allows the homeowners to mingle with guests while cooking for large parties.

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RESULT: “What we love most about the kitchen is the openness and the overall look. We love to cook and entertain. We can now do both of those things at the same time because of the open layout and extra seating at the island.”

CLASSIC FINISHES: The backsplash features traditional 3-by-6 “Ice White” subway tile with a contrasting gray colored grout. A Kohler apron front sink was chosen for its classic look and ability to easily wash large pots and pans. “The flooring was one of the most important details considered during the design phase. The rest of the first floor is all original wide plank peg and groove hardwood and we wanted to continue that look into the kitchen.” New engineered wood flooring blends perfectly with the existing hardwood and is more cost effective.

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