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For almost a decade John Sampson has been growing Westfield’s performing arts and now cultural arts / P10 Supt. Dr. Mark Keen shares what is in store for the district in 2015 / P3

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Achievement – Sheila Graves of Westfield achieved the Dean’s List at Belmont University for the fall 2014 semester. Eligibility is based on a minimum course load of 12 hours and a quality grade point average of 3.5 with no grade below a C.

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The new community stadium should open this spring and one of its first major events scheduled in the outdoor commencement ceremony of Westfield High School in June. (Submitted photo)

2015 focus on budget, curriculum, stadium

By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com Westfield Washington Schools Supt. Dr. Mark Keen provides his thoughts on what the district’s goals, challenges and construction projeducation ects are for 2015.

Q: What does 2015 have in store for Westfield Washington Schools? What are your goals?

A: We are in the next to last year of our strategic plan, and there are a couple of areas where we still need to get to goal. We also need to monitor enrollment and construction to begin planning for our next elementary school. We Keen will need a construction referendum and it takes approximately two years for construction, so we have to be looking ahead… We have great parental involvement and support, are thankful for that and hope we can continue to work together for our students.

Q: What challenges face the district this year?

A: The local tax situation is improving, but right now, the state funding formula is a huge challenge.

We are the sixth lowest funded school district in the state, and the poor funding is impacting our ability to add challenging opportunities for our high performing students. Enrollment growth could be a challenge.

Q: What programs or initiatives is the district reviewing or looking to implement in 2015?

A: We are looking to add a computer science curriculum K-12, which includes coding as a key component. We also plan to implement a non-cognitive program to help our students to improve their abilities with soft skills like persistence, grit, resiliency, curiosity, etc. This implementation includes training of parents, coaches, community members and other adults to help extend the focus in this area outside of the classroom. This will start as part of the youth assistance program and then expand to other areas.

Q: Are there any plans for construction or renovation for 2015 besides the community stadium?

A: For 2015, other than projects like replacing the HVAC system, the main focus is on completing the stadium.

Q: School funding will be a focus during this legislative budget session. What do you hope to see for WWS and how important is a change in funding?

A: This is a critical area, as I referenced earlier.

Our class sizes are a little larger than we would like in some areas, and we’re holding off adding some courses, due to lack of funds in other areas. Our principals and staff have ideas on ways to help our students be even more successful, but we need additional funding. We hope the formula changes enough to do some adds, and also to begin lowering our referendum amount.

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O’ Christmas tree – Ray’s Trash is picking up Christmas trees now through Jan. 16. Trees will be collected on the same day and in the same location as residents’ trash/recycle collection.

Trees longer than four feet must be cut into sections of no more than four feet per section so that the automated arm of the trucks will be able to pick up the sections and place them in the truck. Only one tree will be picked up per unit.

Employment – The Westfield Police Dept. is initiating a hiring process for a civilian criminalist/crime scene specialist and will be accepting applications until Jan. 30. Interested candidates can find minimum requirements and the application at www.westfield.in.gov/police.

Diversion – The Westfield Parks and Recreation Dept. will host its first parent/child pizza making class for ages 5-8 from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Jan. 31 at the Westfield City Services Center. Kids will make their own dough, learn all about healthy toppings, play some pizza trivia and more. Cost is $26. For more information, call 804-3183.

Law change – Effective Jan. 1, mopeds are being categorized into the two sections: Class “A” and Class “B.” Regardless of class mopeds must be registered with the BMV; however, mopeds do not need to be titled. Class “A” mopeds must be operated by a valid driver with a motorcycle endorsement or a motorcycle endorsement with a Class “A” motor driven cycle restriction. Class “A” Motor Driven Cycles must also have proof of financial responsibilities. Class “B” mopeds must be operated by an individual with an unexpired identification card with a Class “B” Motor Driven Cycle Endorsement or a valid driver’s license. For a brief overview of the laws, visit www.youtube.com/ watch?v=d0WK6fYSWZs&feature=youtu.be.

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“Boyhood” is running away with awards for best film of the year from various regional film critic groups but columnist Chris Lloyd is not quite as high on it as others. It’s a wonderful cinematic effort, a beacon of originality and brash, ambitious filmmaking – he’s just not sure it’s a great film. To read more, visit currentnightandday.com

Columnist Mike Redmond’s first New Year’s resolution is to be not to spend so much on Christmas next time. This is a good resolution for one reason – it’s sensible.

But it’s also a bad resolution for another reason, namely the fact that it will be forgotten by the time the next holiday season rolls around. To read more, visit currentinwestfield.com

Jill Zaniker, owner of Simply Sweet Shoppe in Carmel, has announced the store is closing. Zaniker said the business decision came down to profitability; her last day of operating out of her storefront at 30 N. Range Line Rd. will be March 1, at which point Tina’s Traditional Old English Kitchen and Tea Room will occupy the entire Simply Sweet Shoppe space.

To read more, visit currentincarmel.com

Fifteen 2014 high school graduates from Central Indiana, including five from Hamilton County high schools, were honored Dec. 22 for receiving $1,000 college scholarships from the ExtraordinAIRy Treasures Scholarship program.

To read more, visit currentnoblesville. com

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The Monon Bridge over Ind. 32 will be parallel with Wheeler Road in Westfield. (Submitted rendering)

IMPO awards city $7M for projects news@currentinwestfield.com The Indianapolis Metropolitan Planning Organization voted unanimously to allocate more than $7 million in federal grants recreation to Westfield projects on Dec. 18 “These federal dollars will help build a missing piece of the Monon in Westfield,” stated Mayor Andy Cook. “The trail system is one of the main reasons families are moving to Westfield. The city wants to continue building the community, connecting families and this pedestrian bridge will help us reach our goal of being a family inviting community.”

The IMPO awarded $3.3 million to be used for the proposed Monon Bridge over Ind. 32. The grant money will be used for the construction of the approved design.

“This project provides safe passage for pedestrian and bikers over Ind. 32 creating more connections that will allow people between Hamilton County and the Indianapolis area to travel to Westfield and visit their renowned Grand Park

sports facility,” stated IMPO Executive Director Anna Gremling. “We look forward to working with Westfield now and in the future as they continue to grow.”

The IMPO also granted the city an additional $2 million to be used toward building a roundabout at 186th Street and Spring Mill Road. The intersection is in the process of being analyzed, but city officials anticipate a pedestrian friendly roundabout will be needed to handle the high traffic congestion in that area.

The remaining dollars will be slated for future projects.

This is the second time in many years the city has received federal funding for a bridge project. In 2013, a $2.9 million Monon Bridge project over 146th Street was a partnership between Westfield, Hamilton County, Carmel/Clay Board of Parks and Recreation and Clay Township.

INDOT allocated $2.5 million of federal funds to pay 80 percent of the project’s cost. Westfield Parks Director Melody Jones said the remaining $585,600 was divided among Westfield ($156,160), Clay Township ($195,200) and Hamilton County ($234,240).

minutes with Frankie Vara

By David Nance Meet Westfield resident Frankie Vara What’s your favorite restaurant here in town?

Big Hoffa’s. I like the Hoffinator. It’s a bunch of random stuff like fries, barbecue, ranch, pork. A little bit of everything.

Do you have a favorite place for desserts?

What’s your favorite flavor?

We normally go to Handel’s for vanilla.

What’s your favorite movie?

Probably “Fight Club.”

What kind of music do you like? What’s your favorite artist?

I like rock music and Godsmack.

If you could have your dream vacation, where would you go and why?

The Bahamas, somewhere where I could just go to relax and just enjoy the beach and the nice weather.

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State Rep. Donna Schaibley (R-Carmel) and State Rep. Tony Cook (R-Cicero) were sworn in Dec. 23 by Indiana Supreme statehouse Court Justice Loretta Rush as the newest members of the 119th General Assembly. Each represents a portion of Westfield.

“I am confident in the abilities of each of these leaders, and I know they are all eager to begin their work,” stated House Speaker Brian Bosma (R-Indianapolis).

Schaibley will serve House District 24, which represents portions of Boone and Hamilton counties. She was joined at the ceremony by her husband, John, and sister, Jo Ann Thompson.

“It is an honor to serve House District 24 at the Indiana Statehouse,” Schaibley stated. “Being sworn in days before Christmas was such a memorable experience for me and my family.

While I have a lot of work to do in preparation for

the start of session, I look forward to diving in and addressing the most important issues facing our community.”

Schaibley graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor’s degree and served as a substitute teacher for many years. She resides in Carmel with her husband and two children.

Cook will serve House District 32, which consists of all of Tipton County and portions of Howard, Grant, Madison, Delaware and Hamilton counties. He was joined at the ceremony by his family.

“I am humbled by the opportunity to serve my community in this new capacity,” Cook stated.

“I bring 40 years of education experience, and I look forward to working with my colleagues at the Statehouse to ensure that Indiana is the best state in America to live and raise a family.”

Cook is a former superintendent of Hamilton Heights School Corp. His education tenure includes 25 years serving in various leadership capacities at Hamilton Heights and seven years serving as principal of Noblesville High School.

Meet your teacher, Dawn Knight Grade/subject: Advanced Placement Language and Composition/AP Seminar, American Literature (grade 11); Westfield High School Number of years teaching: 20 Background/schooling: Bachelor’s degree in secondary education, Indiana UniversityBloomington; and master’s degree in journalism, Ball State University.

Why did you become a teacher? I love the energy teenagers have (well, most of the time), and I knew I wanted to work with them in some capacity. Despite being a voracious reader, I hadn’t realized how much I loved literature until IU professors challenged me to think critically about what I was reading. That was when I became passionate about combining my love of English and working with teens into my profession.

What goals do you have for your students? I want my students to leave my classroom being critical thinkers who are ready to tackle college and/or careers. I want them to have broadened their view of the world to better understand their place in this global society.

I want them to be able to read analytically, problem solve and effectively communicate their ideas. I would love it if they gain an appreciation for literature along the way.

What do you encourage parents to do at home to help their children strengthen particular skills? I have three teenagers my-

self, so I can speak as both teacher and parent. Parents of high school students should guide them to seek out solutions rather than finding solutions for them.

We should encourage teenagers to meet with their teachers when they have questions or concerns so they can learn to better communicate and advocate for themselves. Often, parents want to step in and rescue our teens and fix problems for them, but sometimes we help them more when we show them how and let them do it themselves. We should also encourage teenagers to read and write at home– maybe read a book together as a family or discuss current events and issues at dinner. Even when they only grunt and nod, they usually are listening to what we say!

What is your favorite movie? What English teacher doesn’t love “Dead Poet’s Society”? I also love “The Power of One.” Who is your favorite musician or band? I have eclectic tastes in music, so it’s difficult to pick just one, but Alt-J is a current favorite.

What’s something your students might not know about you? I went hang-gliding in Rio de Janeiro, and I was an NFL writer for the Washington Post Online’s “The League” for a couple of years.

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The AutoMatcher team: Robert F. Greer, Michael Beer and Scott Hockett. (Photo by Mark Ambrogi)

Residents launch AutoMatcher

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com

Scott Hockett has been researching the national surveys on the car buying experience.

“Sixty-eight percent of new now open car buyers agree that they believe their time is poorly used and negotiation is the worst aspect of buying a new car,” Hockett said.

AutoMatcher, a new company that opened its national headquarters at 600 E. Carmel Dr., earlier this month, seeks to help in that regard.

“We do all the negotiating for them,” said Hockett, AutoMatcher chief business development officer. “We report the purchase price offered to the buyer. If the buyer is not happy with the offer. We work a different dealer. It’s that simple. We work for the customer.”

Hockett said AutoMatcher deals only with new cars and certified pre-owned cars.

The co-founders are Westfield residents Robert F. Greer (chief information officer) and Michael Beer (chief executive officer).

“The astounding responses we’ve received early on from both consumers and dealerships have been extremely powerful,” Beer stated. “This is a brand new and innovative way to buy a car, and we’re excited to have the support of the local communities to clarify our growth in the marketplace. AutoMatcher is a simple yet effective way to reduce personal time spent at the dealership and online shopping.”

Hockett said the company benefits dealerships as well as customers.

“From the dealership, we’re bringing them a customer that they didn’t have to spend any money to find that customer with marketing dollars,” Hockett said. “We’re spending our money

to find these customers and they’re finding us very quickly. There is not a company in the United States that is serving on a macro level, providing a complete car buying service.”

“TrueCar is a great company that gained momentum through their vehicle pricing tool,” Hockett said “AutoMatcher’s founders observed TrueCar’s model and realized that serving the customer was not really part of the TrueCar equation so AutoMatcher set out to build a company that provides the optimum vehicle negotiation services on behalf of their customers, meeting or beating TrueCar prices while actually locating the exact vehicle our customers desire to purchase.”

Hockett said if the customer is not happy with the offer they work a different deal.

“AutoMatcher does the work, provides a great offer to their customers,” Hockett said. “AutoMatcher can get their customer in and out of the winning dealership’s business office in less than an hour or even deliver their customer’s vehicle to their home or desired destination. It’s truly a concierge level service.”

Hockett said his family has years of experience in the automobile business, from auto auctions to car dealerships and everything in between.

“Michael and Robert have been in IT for 30 years,” Hockett said. “They’re top-shelf engineers.”

Hockett said a proof of concept test for the company was over the summer which was wildly successful “Now we’re developing the process as we begin our growth,” Hockett said. “We plan to grow to 5,000 cars per month.”

Hockett said the company charges a fee of $249 per customer. For more information, visit automatcherusa.com or call 1-888-243-4505.

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Keeping animals safe this winter

By Holly Kline • news@currentinwestfield.com Hamilton County may not experience another polar vortex this winter but temperatures are dropping and pets that are kept outpets side need to have proper shelter from the weather. Hamilton County and its cities within have animal ordinances on the books that state, in part, that animals must have shelter from the weather and must have access to shelter 24 hours per day. Indiana state law also requires that animals have shelter during times of extreme heat and cold.

“We tell people to use common sense,” stated Tom Rogers, Hamilton County animal control coordinator when talking about winter shelter for animals. “For example, a short haired dog won’t be able to stand it outside for very long while long haired breeds like huskies will do better.”

He went on to explain that while shelters are not required for livestock, they do need windbreaks. “Horses also need sufficient body fat and they need room to move around and produce body heat,” Rogers said.

Darcie Kurtz is the founder and Vice President of Friends of Indianapolis Dogs Outside, or F.I.D.O.,

and she shared that dogs are normally more vulnerable to cold weather than cats.

“Dog houses should be sturdy with just a small opening for the dog to go in and out,” she said. “The dog house should be half filled with straw so the dog can burrow and the opening should be covered with something like strips of heavy plastic.”

Basements and garages, even if unheated, will provide relief from wind and precipitation and Kurtz said a basement will be warmer than a garage.

“When it gets near freezing outside, bring dogs inside and even a basement that is not heated is much better than being outside all night in the cold,” she stated.

Rogers recommended that people should visit the Indiana State Board of Animal Health website at www.in.gov/boah for more tips and information that is pet-specific.

“During the harsh winter last year we had fewer animal complaints because people were uncomfortable and they realized their animals were, too,” Rogers said. “If the winter is milder this year, people may forget, so it’s good to get people thinking about their outside animals now.”

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By Mark Robinson • robinson@youarecurrent.com Clay Terrace will see a change in bakery establishments in 2015. Paradise Bakery & Café closed before the end of Business 2014, with Corner Bakery Café expected to open what is believed to be its first Indiana location in the same place in the spring.

Paradise is owned by Panera Bread Co. A manager at the Paradise location in Clay Terrace said the bakery’s last day of operation was Dec. 30, but referred questions about why the location is closing to Panera headquarters in St. Louis.

Amanda Cardosi, a spokesperson for Panera Bread, said of the closing of Paradise: “For years, the Paradise Bakery & Cafe at Clay Terrace Mall has been privileged to serve and feel the support of the Carmel community. With the expiration of

our lease, we have decided to close this bakerycafe on Dec. 30. We will continue serving customers at our four other Indianapolis locations and hope to provide new opportunities for all associates and managers who wish to continue with our company.”

Corner Bakery Café is expected to open at 14550 Clay Terrace Blvd. in the spring, according to Laura Forbes, whose agency is a representative working with the Clay Terrace property.

Corner Bakery is based in Dallas and has more than 150 locations nationwide, according to its website, with most located in Texas, Illinois and California. None are listed in Indiana.

Corner Bakery offers breakfast “scrambles” and paninis, sandwiches, soups, pastas and salads for lunch and dinner, and desserts, specializing in fresh-baked breads and desserts.

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Local workshops will be held at Fort Harrison State Park Inn, Indianapolis, Jan. 13; Fishers Banquet Center, Fishers, Jan. 14; Hampton Inn, Zionsville, Jan. 15; and Renaissance North Hotel, Carmel, Jan. 15. Seating is limited. Reservations may be made by calling 1-800-684-6565 or visiting www.frankkraft.com.

4-H enrollment deadline nearing – Jan. 15 is the last day for Hamilton County youth in grades 3 through 12 to enroll online in the 4-H program for 2015. 4-H is an informal educational program in which youth “Learn

by Doing.” Youth can learn life skills such as cooperation, leadership, decision-making, responsibility and more through hands-on projects in more than 60 different subject areas. For more information, visit www.extension.purdue.edu/hamilton or the Purdue Extension Hamilton County office on the 4-H Fairgrounds at 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville, or call 776-0854.

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For almost a decade John Sampson has been growing Westfield’s performing arts and now cultural arts

By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com John Sampson made his theatrical debut in 1983. At the time he was working for McMahon Food Service and his friend, Bruce cover McMahon, was asked to audition for a signing role at The Belfry Theatre in Noblesville.

“He went back and forth so I asked him, ‘If I go with you will you audition?,’” Sampson recalled.

“We sat through everyone else and they asked if there were any other people who wanted to audition. Bruce still didn’t want to go so I went up and sang an old song I knew and then he auditioned.”

The next day each was offered parts in “Under Two Flags.”

“I was just trying to help somebody else get into it,” Sampson said. “I wanted to help him get into the show. That was the whole thing.”

Helping others is a big part of Sampson’s life.

Immediately prior to being interviewed, Sampson was assisting a sick and elderly woman living on 96th Street go to the grocery store because she didn’t have anyone else to help her. For three months he let his neighbors borrow his car because they didn’t have a reliable vehicle.

“I want to share what I can, the wealth I’ve been granted with,” he said.

Dressed as Dr. Jacob Pfaff, John Sampson walks around the Anti-Slavery Cemetery waiting for his next tour group in 2013. (File photo)

John Sampson, left, made his theatrical debut in “Under Two Flags” at The Belfry Theater in 1983.

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Breaking a leg

After performing in many plays at The Belfry, Carmel Clay Players and in Lebanon, Main Street Players in Westfield asked him to build a set for one of their shows.

“I feel in love with the people,” Sampson said.

“I started building more and more sets for them and being in their shows.”

Sampson, a lifelong Noblesville resident, is a Shamrock at heart.

“I helped with a set and now I’m part of the community, which is a loving community,” he said.

In 2008, Sampson ran for MSP board president and has served as its leader ever since.

“I’m active in all the activities within the City of Westfield to grow the name of Westfield Playhouse: chamber of commerce meetings, working with the parks department in Voices from the Past and Westfield in Lights. I’ll do anything to help Westfield Playhouse grow in the community,” he said. “Thankfully, we’ve been blessed. The city depends on us and backs us 100 percent.”

Since 1983, Sampson has acted in 73 shows and since 2002 he has built 84 sets.

“It’s like anyone else, you get positive feedback and someone says ‘good job’ and it drives you to do it again and try to make it better,” he said.

Sampson has won best set design four times

In 1996, John Sampson, second from left, stared in Carmel Community Players’ “The Music Man.”

(nominated six times) at the Encore Awards which honors the best in community theater in Central Indiana. He also has been nominated for two acting awards and a best lighting design.

Most recently, Sampson received the 2014 Mitty Award for Most Impressive Set Design for “God’s Favorite” from blogger Ken Klingenmeier. Of the 26 shows that Klingenmeier reviewed this past year, he wrote “Master carpenter John Sampson’s stagecraft is also to be applauded.”

Westfield Playhouse

As the arts culture continues to gain momentum within the city, Sampson is playing a vital role in the process.

“John Sampson has been pivotal in Westfield’s performing arts,” Mayor Andy Cook said. “His passion for the performing arts is felt in all of his projects from the Westfield Playhouse to Voices from the Past; John is instrumental in keeping the arts vibrant and alive in Westfield.”

Part of what Westfield Playhouse is doing with each new production is to have a different

The second to last show John Sampson acted in was “Wrinkled Reels” in 2010 at Westfield Playhouse.

display of different art.

“We are an arts alliance and all the arts need to be expanded. We want to share our venue with the other arts in the city – paintings, sculpture, having intermissions with dancers and the high school choir,” Sampson said.

Sampson said the next play, “Home Games,” will include a visual arts display with a sculpture and photographs.

“It’s several and all local Westfield artists,” Sampson said.

Sampson is part of the seven-member Westfield Arts Alliance, which is led by Ken Kingshill.

“The Westfield Arts Alliance is making arts known within the city – to establish studios, display work and helping artists find a venue,” he said. “We’re a facilitator to get more art into the community.”

During his years as board president, Sampson is proud of how the board has worked with its volunteer directors and actors and the quality of shows it has presented to the public.

Age: 71 Hometown/Residence: Noblesville Family: Divorced, father of two adult daughters Hobbies: Woodworking, electrical work, doing handyman work for my friends.

Favorite show: “1776.” I was in it as John Dickinson at The Belfry in 1987. Every chance I get, I go to see it.

Favorite roles: John Dickinson in “1776,” Cpt. Von Trapp in “The Sound of Music” and the narrator in the lesser known “Grand Hotel.”

First Broadway performance seen live: “Phantom of the Opera” Show he would most like to act in or build a set for: We’d have to have a lot bigger stage but I’d love to do a semi-professional version of “Phantom of the Opera.” I also want to do “Cats” and build the set.

Personal motto: “Learn from yesterday, live for today.”

“Westfield Playhouse now attracts the elite acting society within the area because of the quality productions we’ve put on the past five years. The performances here are better and better,” he said.

Cheryl Fesmire will direct “Home Games” at Westfield Playhouse, which opens Jan. 29. This is Fesmire’s first time being involved with a show in Westfield.

“I was here three years ago because I knew a young man and wanted to support him,” she said. “I thought the show was OK and have come back to support my friends (in shows here). Over the past three years I have seen a change in the production and performance value.”

What’s next for Westfield Playhouse Thanks to matching façade grant from the City of Westfield, Sampson said the playhouse has new siding and other outside work will be celebrated with a community open house in April. The facility also is looking forward to starting to get some sort of new restrooms to replace the outdoor port-a-potties.

“We’re working even closer with the Westfield Parks and Recreation Dept. on a brand new production for the bicentennial year to be performed in the parks in Westfield,” Sampson said. “It will be written locally musically and story. It’s in the plans and will include the history of Westfield: where it was, where it comes from and where it is going.”

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FROM THE BACKSHOP

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

Calendar turns and hopes soar New Year’s greetings, folks! We hope your holidays were fulfilling in multiple ways. As last week’s Current detailed a snapshot look ahead to this year, we’re compelled to offer you one of our own, and it’s a bit different. So without further delay, our top hopes for 2015: Transparency in local government – Never should the citizenry have to wonder if what is being discussed or presented is the whole truth and nothing but the truth. The money our elected officials appropriate actually is your money, and the story behind its allocation is as important as the target of is expenditure.

Fairness on the campaign trail – The primary election is five months away. There are several races that will be hotly contested.

Some mainstays are going to be challenged by newcomers. Just how everyone comports himself and herself will go a long way toward earning the voters’ respect and, perhaps, votes. We’ve seen things turn ugly in our area, and it doesn’t have to be that way.

Commitment to the arts – This is not what we’re asking of government; it’s what we are asking of you. There are multitudes of what we call “art outings” in our midst that feature incredible talents in visual, performing, literary and other forms of art. Our independent market research tells us the arts are vitally important to our readership, but sometimes attendance at art-related opportunities is lacking. Make it a point to participate on one or more levels.

Having each other’s backs – From I-65 to the west, U.S. 31 in the center and Ind. 37/I-69 to the east, sadly we have thoroughfares that the bad guys recognize as easy getaway routes. If you see suspicious vehicles, persons or criminal activities in our area, let the police know forthwith. We’re all fortunate to live in well-protected communities, but none is impervious. “Deputize” yourself and make a difference.

And now a belated toast to you for a safe, healthful and fulfilling year ahead: Salut!

Brian Kelly, publisher, and Steve Greenberg, general manager, are co-owners of Current Publishing, LLC. Write them at info@ youarecurrent.com.

BELIEVE IT! Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In Ohio, no civil arrests may be made on Sunday or on the Fourth of July

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Be careful amongst traffic

Commentary by Terry Anker

In a time when most of us keep the Internet, via our trusty smartphones, in our pockets, we have immediate access to the world’s accumulated “wisdom” anytime and anywhere. And with each new day, our inboxes burgeon with unsolicited instruction from strangers purporting to be close acquaintances – financial advice, relationship advice, market advice, spiritual advice, dining advice, shopping advice – we are all fully advised.

For some, a few words, slogan or bumper sticker is all that’s required to help them course correct. Others have bookshelves filled with selfhelp tomes. They cannot get enough insight in their quest to stay on the straight and narrow.

For me, it falls somewhere in between. The truisms stuck to the car in front of me in traffic (we are most often reminded to COEXIST) are often polite enough; but they fail to adequately inspire.

Yet chasing wisdom from the latest faddish book only has me seeking my cheese or looking for

the right seat on the bus. Give me a casual lunch with a good friend. Wisdom best comes from exchange with smart people who care enough to engage in our lives – directly!

Still, we all seem to be seeking direction. How can we lose weight? How can we live a better life? How can we find our way? Could it be that the answers elude us because they are too complicated? Or, could it be simply that we are unwilling (or unable) to take action? A recently-married young associate asked for advice on a happy home. Decide what matters. Really, do we care about guest towels, decorative soaps or rules about feet on the sofa? If we limited our contention to the few things that are required for our happiness, couldn’t we live a good deal easier?

Should we be careful to avoid being care full?

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

QUOTE OF THE WEEK We are masters of the unsaid words, but slaves of those we let slip out.

– Winston Churchil

It’s that time again, folks, to set ourselves up for failure and criticism and perhaps even an infinity scarf of guilt should we fail in our lofty endeavors. I’m speaking of course of making New Year’s resolutions.

Don’t get me wrong. I think the idea of taking a moment for reflection to see where changes and/or improvements can be made in our lives is wonderful. You can start over, recreate yourself and set goals to encourage a better you. The problem I have with NYR’s is that they are just too darn impractical.

For starters, most of us are coming off a four-week marathon of family, shopping, traffic, flu-like symptoms, meat and booze, and in the post-race tent, we are in absolutely no condition to be analyzing our behavior. We need to hydrate and rest, and simply recover from our ordeal before making promises about weight loss and financial security. February 1st is a far better date to be thinking critically about the forthcoming year. We could call them the Super Bowl Resolutions instead!

Another complaint I have is the time span of NYR’s. 365 days is way too long. To wit, if I don’t go back and reread this annual column in July, I will have already forgotten 90 percent of what I’m supposed to be gunning for. Like many of you, I’m simply trying to keep my children alive and show up to work with matching shoes each day; I have absolutely no extra hours to even ponder renovating the carpeted master bath (carpeted!) or training for The Mini, let alone actually doing them. Perhaps whittling it down to New Week’s Rez’s would be more manageable.

And let’s be honest. I’m never going to successfully meet all of my NYR’s anyway, which for me, leads to guilt and self-criticism. I’m a List Girl, and if I put a commitment to paper, I feel compelled to check it off. Until I do, that “thing” will not only haunt me, but judge me in its haughty two-dimensional space, wreaking frustration and anxiety in my already chaotic world.

So this year, I’m trying something new. I’m not planning to make any New Year’s promises right away, but rather let a few potential ones simmer while I get my exhausted family back on track. Then I’ll select three that I can reasonably make headway on by April. At spring break, I’ll reassess, adjust where necessary, and continue on for the second quarter. Furthermore, there will be no evidence, written or otherwise, of my chosen goals. True, this will mean less accountability, but hopefully and more importantly, also less stress.

Let’s resolve to fill 2015 with achievable, short-term objectives. Go team! Peace out.

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

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Don’t bank on privacy Commentary by Dick Wolfsie What’s the name of your favorite cartoon character? humor Are you teetering between Bart Simpson and Sponge Bob? If you’re from my generation you might be torn between Bugs Bunny and Daffy Duck. This was the dilemma I faced this holiday season while creating a security profile to bank online. I was asked a series of personal questions so if I forgot my password, they could confirm my identity by matching my answers.

Because the questions are all about me, I won’t have to scribble my responses in black marker on the side of my printer where I already store dozens of secret passwords. When I check my balances at 3:00 a.m. after a bout of insomnia or a six-pack of Bud Light, I can enter my code incorrectly up to three times, but they’ll still allow access if I can remember the following: My most unique characteristic? I vacillate between feeling unbelievably funny and romantically dashing. On a bad day, I’d have to go with incredibly annoying. That gives me a one-out-ofthree chance of getting that right. This all depends on what day I forget my password. Better not use that one.

My favorite fictional character? I couldn’t even answer that question on my final exam in

American Literature. Okay, how about Moby Dick?

Wait, they might not accept animals. Just to look smart I’m going to say King Lear. But I know if I get asked this under pressure after midnight, I’m going to end up saying Bugs Bunny again.

My favorite flower? I don’t have a favorite flower. If I indicate rose, there’s a good chance I’d say chrysanthemum the next time. Well, maybe not. I don’t even know how to spell it.

Where did you go on your honeymoon? Out West, somewhere in California. It’s been 35 years. Give me a break.

My first girlfriend? I’m going to say it was my wife, Mary Ellen. That’s not true, of course, but if I said Cindy or Ginny, she’d never let me forget it. But I would forget it. Which means I can’t pay my bills online because I can’t remember my password.

What college did you apply to but not attend?

Well, that would be all the colleges that rejected me, so let’s see: Syracuse, Northwestern, Boston University…

This is embarrassing. Thanks, anyway. I’d rather be overdrawn.

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

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Annie – The Great American Songbook Foundation and Heartland Film have partnered to present the third annual Great CARMEL American Songbook Film Series. The series will bring classic award-winning movies to the big screen on the stage of the Palladium, 1 Center Green.

The 1982 version of Annie will be shown at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 9. The film, adapted from Broadway musical, is the story of a young orphan named Annie during The Great Depression. Cost is $10.

For more information, call 843-3800.

Dave Dugan coming to Hamilton County Jan. 16 for stand-up comedy show

Hearthside Suppers at Conner Prairie – Ever wonder what people ate for dinner in the early 19th century? Or how they FISHERS cooked their meals and what they tasted like? Discover answers to these questions firsthand when you and your family join in preparing, serving and enjoying an authentic 19th-century feast in the historic William Conner House. Afterwards, join your hosts and fellow diners in party games and storytelling from 6 to 9 p.m. Jan 9 through 11 at Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd. Cost is $65 for adult and $60 youth. For more information, call 776-6006.

By Joseph Knoop • news@currentinwestfield.com Popular stand-up comedian and Bob & Tom radio regular Dave Dugan will perform at Bub’s Burgers & Ice Cream restaurant at 210 W. Main St. in Carmel, IN on January 16. comedy Dugan, known for his voice work on Bob & Tom as the Gruff, short-tempered Bart McAllister, has long been a fan of developing both his comedy and voiceacting chops.

“I deliver the bulk of voice-over from my closet-sized studio, and this is also where I finalize writing a great deal of the comedy material,” Dugan said. “I like this setup because it is very isolated and allows me to focus on the project at hand. I also like, and need, the live comedy performances, whether they are on stage or at an event somewhere or as a guest with Bob and Tom, just to see if I have any social skills left after spending so much time in the isolation of a soundproof closet.”

Dugan’s unique brand of stand-up comedy has landed him onstage at numerous corporate events

and comedy tours, including appearances on Comedy Central, HBO, FOX and the Arsenio Hall Show.

Dugan avoided kindergarten after his parents moved to Carmel, where children weren’t required to attend before moving into the first grade, unlike most Indianapolis schools. He attributes a large portion of his comedy influences to his parents.

“It’s inbred,” Dugan said. “Wait, I don’t mean to say I’m inbred, and I have the non-webbed toes to prove it. I guess I’m trying to say what I do is a hybrid of both my mom and dad’s humor. Dad with his clever, dry and twisted humor and my mom with her humble, yet expressive, self-effacing humor, never thinking she was being funny, but often hilarious. She preferred others being in the spotlight and was the perfect audience with her distinctive, contagious laugh. I think down deep, she was always in it for the laughs.”

Though he’s appeared on many shows and lived as far as Los Angeles, Dugan says he always missed being away from Carmel.

“When coming back for visits, I can’t describe how excited I would get to see family and friends

that still lived here, to see what changes in town had occurred,” Dugan said. “I kept moving back here, so obviously it must be very close to my heart. It will always seem like home. Now there is always something for me to do. Non-stop laps on a roundabout is one of my favorite pastimes.

Maybe I should have gone to kindergarten.”

Dugan is currently part of the “Cabin Fever Comedy Tour,” which makes its first stop at Bub’s Burgers & Ice Cream in Carmel. Dugan hopes for as enjoyable a tour as his most recent stops performing for company Christmas parties.

“One was at a large company in Northern Indiana and most of the employees were Amish,” Dugan said. “15 minutes into the show, one of the gentlemen approached the stage and asked if I would read a note describing a vehicle that was illegally parked and blocking the catering truck from leaving. Midway through reading the note in front of these 600 people, I realized it was my car, and as a reflex said on mic, “Oh, that’s mine.”

Dugan is also currently working on a new comedy album, saying he hopes to have it released before the end of winter.​

Project parties – Nickel Plate Arts’ Project Parties are designed to give attendees a chance to have fun NOBLESVILLE while playing with art. The program will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Jan. 8 through 10 at the Nickel Plate Arts Campus, 107 S. Eighth St. Each month, Nickel Plate will select a popular and interesting project and create a Pinterest board of examples and ideas. Then, they’ll provide all the supplies and a talented teacher who can walk you through each step. Tunes and snacks provided. Cost is $30. For more information, visit http://nickelplatearts.org.

Paws and Read – The special program is 10:30 a.m. Jan. 10 where kids can read a story to a book-loving dog.

WESTFIELD 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. For more information, call 896-9391.

Junior naturalists at Zion Nature Center – Kids have the chance to become a naturalist for a day and work with zionsVILLE the staff to clean and feed the Zion Nature Center’s turtles, snakes and other educational animals. The program is 10 to 11 a.m. Jan. 10, 17, 24 and 31 for ages 6-12 with an adult at the Zion Nature Center, 690 Beech St. Participation is limited to one date. Space is limited. To register or for more information, call 873-8950.

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Winter Farmers Market in Carmel • Stop by the Wilfong Pavilion in Founders Park for a large selection of locally produced food and wine at the Winter Farmers Market. Over 30 vendors will be on site through March 14, 2015. • 11675 Hazel Dell Pkwy., Carmel • Today from 9 a.m. to noon. • Free admission. • 710-0162 • www.carmelfarmersmarket.org

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Beef & Boards Presents: “The Odd Couple” • 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of the popular television and stage show that continues to enjoy a multitude of revivals and adaptations. Check out the Beef and Boards version of Oscar and Felix as mismatched roommates. • 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Today at 1 p.m.; Jan. 8, 9 and 10 at 8 p.m.; Jan. 11 at 1:30 and 7 p.m. • Tickets start at $40.00. • 872-9664 • www.beefandboards.com

wednesday

Nickel Plate Arts Project Party: Resolution Jar • Come to Nickel Plate Arts to create a 2015 Resolution Jar that is meant to inspire. This 3-hour class walks everyone through the technique and all supplies are provided. • 107 S. 8th St., Noblesville • Tonight from 6 to 9 p.m. or Jan. 10 from 9 a.m. to noon. • $30 per person and please register. • 4523690 • www.nickelplatearts.org

thursday

Carmel Community Players Present: An Enchanted Cabaret • Plan a night out with the Carmel Community Players as they present three nights of cabaret fun. • 14299 Clay Terrace Blvd., Suite. 140, Carmel • Tonight at 7:30 p.m.; Jan 10 at 7:30 p.m.; Jan. 11 at 2:30 p.m. • $10 per person. • 815-9387. • www.carmelplayers.org

The Center Presents: Peanut Butter & Jam: Indy Hula • This Saturday morning music series is geared for kids aged 1 – 7 and accompanied by parents or other adult. The experience consists of a 30 minute musical performance followed by a 15 minute session where kids can play with the musical instruments and talk with the artists. • 1 Center Green, Carmel • Today at 10:30 a.m. • $10 per child and two free adult tickets with each purchase. • Call 843-3800 for tickets. • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org Carmel Arts & Design Second Saturday Gallery Walk • Visit and shop the Carmel Arts & Design District; available activities include entertainment and appearances by local and international artists. • 111 W. Main St., Carmel • Tonight from 5 – 9 p.m. • Free. • 571-ARTS • www.carmelartsanddesigndistrict.com Live Music at Hopwood Cellars in Zionsville • Visit Hopwood Cellars to enjoy award-winning wines that are made from Midwestern grapes and stay to listen to live music from Rick Matillo. • 12 E. Cedar St., Zionsville • Tonight from 8 – 10 p.m. • Free • 8734099. • www.hopwoodcellars.com

friday

The Great American Songbook Film Series Presents: “Annie” at the Palldium • This classic movie will be shown on a screen on the stage of the Palladium Concert Hall. • 1 Center Green, Carmel • Tonight at 7:30 p.m. • Tickets $10 • 843-3800 • www. thecenterfortheperformingarts.org Winter Nights Film Series at the Indianapolis Museum of Art • The IMA offers an escape from the cold and the chance to view classic films on the big screen. Tonight’s movie is “The Wizard of Oz.” • 4000 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Tonight at 8 p.m. • Tickets $9, $6 for members and students. • 923-1331 • www.imamuseum.org

Hearthside Suppers at Conner Prarie • Learn how 19th century dinners were prepared by participating in the Conner Prairie’s Hearthside Suppers.

Guests will prepare, serve and eat an authentic 19th century meal inside the historic William Conner House. Party games and storytelling follow dinner; this program is recommended for ages 10 and up. Reservations are required. • 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • Tonight from 6 – 9 p.m. and every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through Jan. 31. • $65 per person; $60 for members • 776-6006 • http:// connerprairie.org

sunday

‘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 buildings and national sites. • 500 W. Washington St., Indianapolis • Today from 10:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. and various hours and days through Jan. 19. • Adults $12, Youth 5-17 $6, Free for kids 4 and under. • 636-9378 • www.eiteljorg.org

monday

Tour of Coxhall Mansion • Enjoy a tour of the renovated Coxhall Mansion and Museum in Carmel. • 2000 W. 116th St., Carmel • Tonight from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. • Free • 770-4400 • www.hamiltoncounty.in.gov

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Athletes representing the Westfield Green Wave at the USATF Junior Olympics Cross Country National Championships in Myrtle Beach were Josh Barnett, Sarah Coates, Owen Ferreri, Noah Flynn, Owen Flynn, Emmeline Hahn, Garrett Mowry, Maddie Samreta and Robyn Schemel. (Submitted photo)

Westfield runners place well at nationals news@currentinwestfield.com Nine athletes from the Westfield Green Wave, a Westfield Youth Sports, Inc. program, competed at the USachievement ATF Junior Olympics Cross Country National Championships in Myrtle Beach on Dec. 13.

Don Hahn, Westfield Youth Sports Cross Country program commissioner. said the course, housed on the fairways of Whispering Pines Golf Course, was ideal for a fast race. “Our 8 and Under athletes ran a 2K course with slightly rolling terrain before entering a long, plush straight away to the

finish chute,” he said. “Our athletes in the 9&10 and 11&12 age groups ran 3K. Emmeline Hahn, Noah Flynn, Josh Barnett and Owen Flynn all set personal records for running their fastest times ever.”

While setting his personal record, Hahn said Noah Flynn also set a new club record for 8 & under boys in a Junior Olympics event with his 8:51 finish time.

“All nine athletes ran hard and represented their team, the city of Westfield, and the state of Indiana well,” Hahn said.

The Westfield Green Wave is made up of kindergarten through sixth-grade kids in the Westfield Washington School District.

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It’s been quite a year for Carmel’s J.C. Hart Company.

The apartment builder and developer was named The Applause Business of the Year at the Carmel Chamber of Commerce at awards the annual awards luncheon on Dec. 10 at the Ritz Charles. The award is presented to a business based on its success in growth and stability, commitment to quality, creative and unique solutions to challenges, entrepreneurial spirit and overall contribution to the community.

Mark Juleen, J.C. Hart vice president of marketing, said it was a nice honor. Juleen said the company also was recognized by the Indiana Apartment Association as the Management Company of the Year.

“We’ve had a pretty good year as it relates to some of our new construction,” said Juleen, who grew up in Carmel but lives in Westfield. “In general, we’ve had a good year in being a management company in our industry and also being recognized locally for our growth as well.”

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Screen time strategies for parents Commentary by Dr. Mary Ian McAteer Computers, video games, smartphones, tablets and television–you name it, and today’s children have access to it. wellness Now more than ever, parents are managing “screen time,” weighing pros and cons and striving to understand both potential harm and benefits.

First and foremost, it’s important for parents to be good role models for their children when it comes to using electronic devices, including use of phones around other people, especially during conversations.

While age-related circumstances vary, screen time has become an issue that parents deal with at every stage of a child’s life. Here are some practical guidelines for different childhood stages: • Infancy through preschool – Never underestimate the developmental benefits of personal interaction with children in the first years of life. With this in mind, it’s important to ensure electronic devices don’t replace one-on-one time with your child. Look for apps and interactive learning games that you and your child can enjoy together, and make an effort to talk with your child about what you’re seeing and doing on screen. Also remember that young children learn the most from play in the three-dimensional world in which they live.

• School-aged children – Screen-time concerns for children at this stage center on overstimulation. Kids this age tend to get excited about technology, so it’s important to set limits on screen time and ensure that

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• Teenagers – Social media and texting have become primary methods of socializing for today’s teenagers. To prepare, it’s important for parents to set limits and expectations early for phone use and texting to instill familiarity and avoid misunderstanding. Be sure to monitor your teen’s use of social media.

For children of every age, restrict screen time during meals and before bed. Brightly lit screens can disrupt sleep cycles of both children and adults. Be sure to carve out personal time–away from screens and other distractions–with your children. Nurture the bond with family and enhance your interpersonal relationships by prioritizing the special times your family relates through conversation, laughter and shared experiences.

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Have a holiday hangover?

Commentary by Cory Black Feel like you have had too much to eat and too much of the wrong kinds of food this holiday season? We often loosen the nutrition belt for holiday celebrations, which means big meals, lots of sweets and extra helpings of deserts, and who can forget the eggnog.

It’s a great time to relax and enjoy, but I think we can all say we all have a bit of a holiday hangover, feeling sluggish and heavy. It’s now a great time to reset your body with an herbal cleanse.

This will have the benefit of feeling lighter, refreshed, and you’ll get a tune up of the body’s systems with a healthier metabolism and energy.

Combined with a healthy diet including fresh green foods, fruits and sources of fiber, an herbal cleanse will work to release retained water, flush toxins built up in fat stores and cleanse and support the overworked liver. Key supplements to look for in an herbal cleanse are dandelion root, chlorella and milk thistle.

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A type of fresh water green algae, chlorella has the ability to bind to chemicals and toxins and allow the body to easily discrete. Chlorella extracts are mix of amino acids, vitamins, sugars and nucleic acids that also have the benefit of helping produce good bacteria that supports healthy digestion.

Milk thistle is an herb with potent antioxidants called flavonoids that help support liver cell function and reduce inflammation, and will help the liver repair and regrow. A healthy liver can more optimally perform its functions for digestion, metabolism and immunity.

So if you are feeling that holiday hangover, an herbal cleanse will help push your body’s reset button and get a start in the New Year with a healthier you.

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The Great Temple at Abydos is famous for its richly detailed scenes of Egyptian gods. Those scenes can help explain why many Muslims believe the Christian doctrine of the travel Trinity has pagan origins.

Abydos, the burial site of pharaohs as early as 3,000 B.C., later became associated with Osiris, a legendary pharaoh considered god of the afterlife. Popular stories told how Osiris had been killed and then miraculously fathered the falcon-faced god Horus with his sister/wife Isis. Pharaohs saw themselves as earthly manifestations of Horus and aspired to live on like Osiris after their deaths.

In about 1280 B.C., Pharaoh Seti I built a temple on the west bank of the Nile at Abydos to honor himself and the triad of Osiris, Isis and Horus.

Reliefs show Seti I and the gods, with Osiris depicted with a curved beard reflecting his death, Isis crowned with the sun disk and Horus shown holding a cross-shaped ankh. Seti’s son Ramses II, often considered the pharaoh of the Exodus, expanded the temple, showing himself with the Abydos triad in similar, but less well-executed, scenes. The well-preserved temple walls also contain a unique list of earlier pharaohs, minus

the female Hatshepsut and the short-lived Tutankhamen.

When the Greeks conquered Egypt, they took home from Abydos images and stories of Osiris, Isis and Horus. Isis became popular throughout the Greek and later Roman world as the “Queen of Heaven” and “Mother of God.” The Roman Catholic Church later adopted these titles for Mary, the mother of Jesus. Artists depicted Mary as Isis, with an Egyptian-style sun crown.

Early paintings of Mary with Jesus on her lap mimicked temple scenes of Isis nurturing Horus.

As a result of these titles and images, Muhammad mistakenly concluded that the Christian Trinity consists of God, Mary and Jesus, which he repudiated as a pagan idea. The Quran also denounces any trinity including Mary.

The carvings in the temple of Seti I, the finest remaining examples of Egyptian bas-relief, are reason enough to visit Abydos. Seeing the bases for reconstructing the order of pharaohs and for confusion over the Holy Trinity is a bonus.

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EXISTING BATHROOM: The owners of this home located in the Centennial subdivision in Westfield, had lived with blueprint for their existing master improvement bathroom for nine years.

“The original bathroom functioned okay; however, we quickly grew tired of the cosmetics. The primary goal was to enlarge the shower area and maintain a smaller tub area.”

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COORDINATING TILE & GRANITE: “We wanted our bathroom to feel like a warm and relaxing spa-getaway.” To achieve this look, the homeowners chose “Vetro Blanco” tile for their shower wall which contrasts beautifully with the tile used for the accent band and niches. The vertical installation of the shower tile and accent band not only adds visual interest to the shower, but also creates an illusion of height. The Shanxi Black Flame floor tile compliments the different

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RESULT: “We absolutely love the material selections. The variety of textures and colors makes the space simple, warm and comfortable. The shower is by far the favorite of our family. Our son especially enjoys watching television while taking a shower.”

colors and textures in the shower. Caledonia granite used for the shower bench, wall cap, niche caps and threshold provides a cohesive look with the double vanity.

VANITY DETAILS: Designed for functionality, the double vanity not only provides extra storage space, but it also was designed to keep the countertop clutter-free. The center full-extension drawer stack allows for additional storage of toiletries and cosmetics. An elevated tower cabinet is perfect for storing linens and supplies.

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Seeking two (2) roommates in Carmel

Non-smoker, non-drinker, without any pets would have bedroom with closet, shared bathroom, laundry, kitchen, dining, and living area. Serious inquires only and background check will be completed. Please contact Beverly at 317-430-5696

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Guitar Lessons With Baker Scott

HOUSE FOR RENT – NOBLESVILLE

Beginners thru Advanced All styles Electric-Acoustic-Bass Private Lessons Parent-Child Lessons

1859 Hannibal St 1 BDRM $600 p. Month Sewer Paid Call 844-8579 NO PETS NO SMOKING

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Monday - Friday, 8:00-3:00 pm Please email resume to International Montessori School rkd1948@sbcglobal.net

Kingston’s BAND REHEARSAL SPACE

Book a session for your band! 3 hours/$50 1,000 SF studio, lounge with 60” plasma TV, full PA & backline provided, drums available 340 Ridgepoint Drive, Carmel rick@idealtalentinc.com 317-979-0137 Like us on Facebook!

“Between the awesome physical facility, and the exceptional personal service, look no further than Kingston’s.”

-Travis Jensen, An Innocent Band

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CLASSROOM ASSISTANT

Now Hiring

for children ages 3-6 years 12:00 - 6:00 pm Please email resume to International Montessori School rkd1948@sbcglobal.net

Computer service center

seeking full-time technician to assist business and residential customers with all aspects of computer support. Send resume with references to jobs@ctcarmel.com

Delivery Drivers Needed

Immediate Openings for Delivery Drivers We are looking for energetic, detail oriented, delivery drivers with a back ground in customer service. This job can be full or part time. You make your own schedule.

Current delivery areas are Carmel, Castleton, Fishers, Westfield, Broad Ripple, Nora and Zionsville. Several shifts available, especially Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Average driver makes $60 to $100 dollars a shift.

Please send your resume to Email@ order-in.biz and we will contact you.

Administrative Assistant

Carmel CPA office has immediate, part-time, with possibility of permanent opening for exceptional, outgoing individual with professional appearance. Excellent organizational and computer skills with attention to detail required. Position involves a variety of admin and general office duties, including answering phones, filing, errands and client relations. Must be able to multitask. Possible Saturday morning hours during February, March and April. Send resume to: Human Resources, Slattery & Holman, P.C., 12900 N. Meridian, Suite 125, Carmel, IN 46032 or email to: recruiter@slatterycpa.com

Job Fair Clare Bridge Carmel 301 Executive Dr Carmel, IN 46032 Certified Nursing Assistants Hiring All 3 shifts on the spot interviews January 7th 2015 11am-3pm

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

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

Clarity Personal Care Services

CARPENTERS NEEDED NOW

Donatello’s Now Hiring

Donatello’s Italian Restaurant, located at 9 W. Main Street in Carmel, is now looking for new employees with restaurant experience.

Must be able to work every weekend. Pay starts at $10 an hour. A resume is required to be considered. Send your resumes to donatellositalian@gmail.com.

Simpson Construction Services, LLC, a family owned general contractor, would like to hire skilled construction carpenters. Our company is growing, and we are looking for craftsmen that take pride in their work and want a future with our company. Contact Gary Simpson at 317.703.9575.

If you are interested in an opportunity to make a difference, earn extra income and choose the hours convenient to your schedule and personal life, Clarity Personal Care Services is interested in you. We are a provider of choice for personal services/ elder care in the home.

Send your resume and information to applicant@malkoffandhughes.com.

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Top Row

Daun Hooley NP

Bottom Row

Catherine Hilliker, M.D. OB/GYN Julie Hirsch, M.D. GYN

Amanda Phelps NP

Amy Moon, M.D. OB/GYN

Lacee Melevage NP Amanda Born, M.D. OB/GYN

Maram Said, D.O. OB/GYN Stephanie Flora, M.D. OB/GYN

Women have unique needs.

That’s why we have unique doctors.

The women shown here comprise the team of outstanding physicians you’ll find at St.Vincent Carmel Women’s Health Alliance. But they aren’t just outstanding physicians. They’re also busy moms, dedicated professionals and helpful partners—just like you. And they understand that women have unique healthcare needs. Get to know our team of women’s health specialists, and let us help you choose the right medical options for every phase of your life.

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