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It is our position that the errant Democrat lawmakers vacationing in Illinois are well within their constitutionally provided rights to stall the movement of government.

While the citizens of Indiana might not support the decision to run away rather than stand and fight, we believe Representative Pat Baurer’s leadership to be within the letter of the law. That said, we wish that the errant would-be lawmakers had taken a more civil approach to resolving their disagreement with the election that put them in the minority at the statehouse.

We hope and expect that those who believe that they were ethically bound to desert their elected posts in favor of Wisconsin solidarity in of the land of budget deficits and notoriously corrupt politicians will reimburse the citizens of our good state for their actions. With leadership comes cost. If one is compelled to lead a protest against perceived injustice, is it correct to take money (in this case, the payroll checks have already been cashed by the Urbana protesters and the ongoing cost to we taxpayers for delays and extensions will easily exceed six figures) from those you protest? Regardless, isn’t the suffering of leaders is more authentic if suffering actually occurs?

Priorities

It is our position that our Indiana House of Representatives had many more important issues to address than spending its precious time on a measure to create a state constitutional amendment aimed at banning same-sex marriage. The august body hopes to advance a definition of a marriage that is restricted only to be defined as that between one man and one woman. Moreover, it hopes to prevent civil unions. In 2005, a similar proposed amendment failed to pass the required second vote.

While we understand that many believe this issue to be the most important of all matters – beyond education reform and economic development – the a majority of Hoosiers, tolerant or otherwise, would prefer to focus on other issues until our state is no longer near the bottom of education performance while still suffering from its rust-belt locale. Can we say that our legislators, whether at home or resting in Illinois, are focused on the electorate’s top priorities? Or, are we caught up in the misplaced priorities of a supermajority?

Regardless of our views on gay marriage, do we agree that Indiana deserves legislators focused on improving our economy and educational system before advancing a panoply of social reforms?

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ARTICLE 5. Section 14 continued. (D) In the event of a veto after final adjournment of a session of the General Assembly, such bill shall be returned by the Governor to the House in which it originated on the first day that the General Assembly is in session after such adjournment, which House shall proceed in the same manner as with a bill vetoed before adjournment. The bill must be reconsidered and voted upon within the time set out in clause (C). If such bill is not so returned, it shall be a law

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(3) He may refuse to sign or veto such bill in which event it shall become a law without his signature on the eighth day after presentment to the Governor. (b) Every bill presented to the Governor which is signed by him or on which he fails to act within said seven days after presentment shall be filed with the Secretary of State within ten days of presentment. The failure to so file shall not prevent such a bill from becoming a law. (c) In the event a bill is passed over the Governor's veto, such bill shall be filed with the Secretary of State without further presentment to the Governor, provided that, in the event of such passage over the Governor's veto in the next succeeding General Assembly, the passage shall be

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Percentage-wise, the city got little in return.

So now the Westfield is left to revise an ordinance that deals with the issue but without roundly representative opinions from residents. Between Dec. 3 and Jan. 24, there was a chance to be heard. We commend those who responded, and to those that didn’t, yet moan about their tiring of answering the continual doorbell rings, some by shady characters, understand this: You had your chance. It’s local government’s call now.

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Chaucie’s Place, created in 2001 by the Hamilton County community after it was devastated by Chaucie Quillen’s suicide, is having its second Friends of Chaucie’s Place Breakfast, 7:30-9 a.m. on April 28 at The Ritz Charles in Carmel. U.S. Rep. Dan Burton (RInd.), a survivor of child abuse, and will share his story and powerful journey of recovery.

Chaucie had been sexually abused by her father for years, but the case against her him was plea-bargained because Chaucie couldn’t emotionally stand trial. These days, the child advocacy center reduces trauma to child victims of sexual or physical abuse by requiring the child to tell his or her story only once, rather than repeatedly to each investigating organization. We’re telling you this, because we’re proud to help sponsor the event.

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••• This is terribly disappointing. The city attempted and then finalized a communitywide survey about door-to-door solicitation in Westfield. We twice publicized it. With more than 9,500 homes able to be represented in the results, a mere 794 participated.

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COMMENTARY

By Terry Anker I come from a big, extended family.

Mom is one of 10 children and Dad is one of six. Over the years scores, of children, grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and greatgreat-grandchildren have added to the abundant population of this planet. And as citizens scattered across our fine state, very few of us have managed to pursue much higher education or to achieve even modest financial success. In fact, some would be called by our federal government “poor.”

But most of us would identify ourselves as entirely middleclass. In fact, I come from a family where folks work hard to pay taxes, raise a family and, well, generally watch as much television as their fellow Americans.

So when my son’s fourth-grade class was prevented from making its fieldtrip to the statehouse because of fear for the kids’ safety amidst the protests, I was surprised to hear the news reporters call these temporary domedwellers representative of average Hoosier families. Even in my exceedingly large Indiana clan, we count only a few card-carriers –

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If the total population of Indiana (according to the 2010 Census) is 6,483,802 with the percentage of unionized workers at 10.9 percent (the Bureau of Labor Statistics) of a total of roughly 3,127,554 workers, there are 286,931 union jobs. Statistics on how many of those jobs are supported by taxpayers (teachers and other government employees) are much more difficult to uncover. Is some tiny minority (less than 4 percent) being given significantly disproportionate advantages to the rest of us Hoosier families? Government workers in Indiana make more than private workers. So, are the majority of us footing the bill for the few? While we can and should debate the merits of this arrangement, isn’t the rhetoric of worker versus oppressor misplaced?

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Tell your kids that they are beautiful COMMENTARY

By Danielle Wilson Have you ever thought about why some women have great body image and some don’t? I was recently looking at pictures of my twin sister Suzanne and myself back when we were kids.

We were not attractive to begin with, given our ginger status, but we also had the unfortunate coincidence of growing up in the ‘70s and ‘80s.

Dorothy Hamil haircuts and tube socks did little to improve our appearance. Added to this, my mom had somehow decided that I would be the daughter forever dressed in blue.

I have a vivid memory of eating dinner out with my parents and four sisters while vacationing in Florida. An older gentleman approached our table, smiled, and then said to me, “It must be hard being the only boy with all these girls!”

From that moment on, Dorothy was out and Rapunzel was in. I also convinced my mom to let me pierce my ears and wear more femininecolored clothes (though to her credit, I did look fabulous in blue).

Despite this awkward incident, both Suzanne and I always thought we were the most beautiful girls in the world. Even in high school, when neither of us could land a boyfriend, we assumed it was because guys were intimidated by our loveliness, intellect and talents. Looking back at those pictures though, I’m quite certain why we were frequently reduced to inviting “neighbors” to dances. Honest to God, my freshman yearbook photo is a lesson on why day-walkers with Flock of Seagulls mullets should never be allowed to wear navy weskits.

Now that I’m a parent, I want to know how my mom and dad instilled such a high level of self-confidence in my sister and me when clearly we should have been headed to, maybe not Plastic Surgery-ville, but certainly the salon. I have two daughters, and let’s face it, girls in particular are susceptible to what the media tells them is

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I’m not worried at all about our youngest.

She’s your stereotypical blond, blue-eyed cutie.

But our other daughter? Not so much. Sometimes, when she is clean and the light catches her just so, she is flat-out stunning. But usually, her mismatched outfits are either too big or too small, her fine hair is stringy with dirt and oil, and her narrow face sports silly passing-gas-like expressions. She’s a lot like me as a girl.

And yet, she has just as much self-confidence as her sister when it comes to her appearance.

She heads off to school in high-water sweatpants, a dressy cardigan and snow boots, thinking she is truly hot stuff. She wears glasses with pride, ignores the fact that she will need braces, and brags about becoming a redhead.

At her advanced age of nine, our daughter has figured out what sadly, some women never will – that it’s her strengths, like her artistic talents, nurturing personality, and organizational skills, which make her beautiful. And anyone who says differently can go suck an egg.

How did this happen? Well I truly believe she feels this way because Doo and I have always told her she is gorgeous. Kids will believe anything if they hear it enough! And continual praise and acceptance generates self-confidence just as constant criticism leads to poor body image. This ain’t rocket science, baby.

So it’s our job as parents to embrace the quirky and sometimes embarrassing attributes of our children so they can learn that beauty truly comes from within. And definitely not from crimping irons or parachute pants. Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing columnist.

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READER'S VIEW ‘Citizens' concerns are justified’ common-sense development plan for the city. This administration neglected to update the ordinances to protect the investment made by so many of us. The comprehensive plan is often ignored. The drop in assessed value is being perpetuated by bringing lowervalued homes to property reserved for higher-valued properties. TIF bonds are issued without important engineering studies and public disclosure of specific expected expenditures.

The financial management of the city is driven by the desire to build new projects, while existing properties are neglected. The high rating for our bonds is not the result of this administration; it is because our citizens are willing to pay for them through taxes. The lack of transparency for future plans and zoning changes is a deficiency of the current administration.

If I choose not to participate in an organization that is based upon conflicts of interest, it is because my time is better spent fighting to improve our city. My leadership style is inclusive rather than exclusive, and I want you to exercise your firstamendment rights. We are at a crossroads, and your choice will define this city for the next half century.

Russell Cameron, Republican Candidate Mayor of Westfield

Editor, After attending Westfield meetings during the past four years, including city council, APC, BZA, Public Board of Works, Redevelopment Commission, Sports Commission, Parks Department, and Library Board, I am familiar with the issues facing our city. As an active member of our community, I served on the APC and experienced the inner workings of our government. My home was annexed into the city, and I was asked by many Westfield citizens to run for mayor. There is a serious concern that the current leadership lacks the financial restraint to balance risky spending with the ability to realistically achieve the amount of revenue they have predicted.

I went outside our city to learn as much as possible. I met with mayors, town managers, a state senator and Finance Committee leader, city and zoning attorneys, the Indiana Bond Bank director, investment bankers, financial managers, the current and former sheriff, the prosecutor and business owners. Then I came back to Westfield to confer with citizens, business leaders, the police chief, fire department representatives, the township trustee and board, the school superintendent and CFO, the clerk-treasurer, the city manager and the current mayor.

It is clear the citizens were justified in their concern. Our leadership does not follow a cohesive,

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Clerk-Treasurer Cindy Gossard and current councilman Ken Kingshill will both run for the clerk-treasurer position.

Robert Stokes in district one, Steven Hoover in district two, Bob Smith in district three and John Dippel in district four, and Robert Horkay in district five are running for city council unopposed in each district.

Jim Ake, Tom Smith, and Cindy Spoljaric have all filed to run for the at-large seat previously held by Ken Kingshill.

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Westfield’s tap water better than anything in a bottle COMMENTARY

By Ken Kingshill As is my custom, I went into the mayor’s office just before the last City Council meeting to get two bottles of drinking water from the refrigerator. After all, pontificating can be thirsty work. But to my mild surprise, there were no water bottles in the fridge.

Noticing my quizzical expression, the mayor said, “We don’t do bottled water in City Hall any more – we do tap water now.”

“I see,” I said dryly.

He then showed me a cold water dispenser that looked like the proverbial office water cooler, only without the five gallon bottle sitting on top. “City tap water is much more economical, and it tastes better, too,” he said as he filled a glass of cold, crystal clear water for me.

I immediately confirmed the “tastes better” part of the equation. The water was particularly clear and very refreshing. That was really no surprise to me, because I knew Westfield tap water had won the Water Taste Contest at the 2008 Indiana Rural Water Association Spring Conference. I’m also fairly well aware that bottled water companies don’t have to follow federal or state water quality requirements. Who knows what it is that they put in their recycled bottles and call “spring water?”

The “more economical” part took a tiny bit of additional research. A case of thirty-five 16.9

fluid ounce bottles of drinking water purchased at a warehouse store is approximately $4. That’s a total of 591.5 fluid ounces. At 128 ounces per gallon, that amounts to 4.62 gallons of drinking water at 87 cents a gallon. That’s a lot less than the price of gas these days!

However, our public works director informs me that the cost of a gallon of Westfield tap water is just less than half a penny, or $0.004685.

That means bottled water is a whopping 185 times more expensive than Westfield tap water.

So there you have it; tap water is indeed more economical than bottled water.

Admittedly it would take some time to accumulate significant savings from offering tap water rather than bottled water at City Hall.

Nevertheless, it comes as no surprise to me that this change has occurred. After all, this is the administration that has stressed efficiency through innovation. This is the administration that has successfully challenged all department heads to do more with less. And this is the administration that for three straight years has made good on its promise to keep out-of-pocket property taxes on an equal or downward slope.

City Councilor Ken Kingshill is a Westfield resident and Realtor.

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Seven-year-old cancer patient Jacob McConahay is bringing comfort to thousands of sick kids

By Brandie Bohney Current in Westfield Chemotherapy is exhausting. Radiation is exhausting. Cancer is exhausting.

Jacob McConahay, a 7-year-old student at Westfield’s Monon Trail Elementary School, was diagnosed late last fall with stage four alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma, a soft tissue cancer that affects muscles attatched to the bones.

No one would blame him if his exhausting treatments left him with neither the time nor energy to do much of anything. But Jacob is doing far from nothing.

In December, while on one of then-daily trips to Riley for radiation treatments, Jake’s mom, Tosha, asked him what he thought kids battling cancer at Riley need.

“He said, ‘I think they need Pillow Pets,’” Tosha said.

Jake’s first Pillow Pet was a T-rex from his aunt, who Jake calls Rexi, and the stuffed animal has accompanied him for every procedure, treatment, and check-up. His mother said, “He said that kids need Pillow Pets because there are times that they don’t feel good, the doctors don’t always tell them good news, and it’s scary.”

So the McConahays started taking donated Pillow Pets to Riley for cancer patients. They started with family and friends. It wasn’t long until their church – Northview Christian in Carmel – publicized their efforts on the church blog and became a collection site. From there, Jacob’s Pillow Pets project took off. Helped by organizations such as K-Love Christian Radio Network and Applebee’s, the McConahays have collected more than 1,700 Pillow Pets so far. In addition, the Pillow

donate a pillow pet If you would like to donate a new Pillow Pet for Jake to deliver to Riley hospital, you may drop it off in several locations: Northview Christian Church (through the end of March) 12900 Hazel Dell Parkway (Carmel) 317-846-2884 Area Applebee’s locations (through March 10) Including Westfield, Carmel, Fishers, and Noblesville locations among many others in central Indiana Monon Trail Elementary School 19400 Tomlinson Road (Westfield) 317-867-8600 The McConahay Home 121 Park Street (Westfield)

Pets parent company, CJ Products, has donated 840 of the plush toys, 35 cases of which were sent directly to Riley, and the company is working with Tosha to possibly match what Jake collects.

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Pillow Pets makers have also presented Jake with a unique pillow pet just for him: a one-of-akind dragon. He smiles while holding the dragon he calls Night Fury, explaining that it’s one of his favorites, “because it’s special … you can’t buy one because it’s the only one in the world.”

In the meantime, Jake’s school, church and parents are getting calls and donations from across the country.

“Now they’re coming in from all over,” said Tosha. “What was once a thought is now a dream come true.”

“I want to collect millions of Pillow Pets,” Jacob said. “I think that is my goal.”

Jake currently travels to Riley once a week for chemotherapy, and every week he and Tosha pack as many of the comfort creatures as they can in their car.

“We load them up and take them down, and [the staff at Riley] hands them out that day. By the time we leave [Riley], they’re gone,” Tosha said.

Jake and his family have heard from patients thrilled with their new companions: “The kids just love them … it’s rewarding for them and rewarding for us.”

The McConahay family knows the feeling of needing comfort well. Jake’s cancer is a rare one, and it has metastasized from his leg into his lungs and abdomen.

Tosha explains, “It’s a very aggressive cancer, and right now, they can’t find anything to help him.”

Rummage Sale Benefit Westfield Public Works is hosting a rummage sale to benefit Jacob and the Pillow Pet Project. It will be held March 12 at the Westfield Public Works building at 2728 South Street from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Pillow Pets donations will be accepted there.

But in spite of the heartbreaking prognosis, Jake continues to forge ahead with the Pillow Pets collection, showing compassion and maturity well beyond his seven years.

“Especially for a kid facing what he’s facing right now, for him to reach out to all of the other kids going through similar things to what he’s going through is just unbelievable,” said Monon Trails school counselor Therisa Seymour.

She adds that for a child facing such an uphill battle to give so much of what little time and energy he has to comfort others, “is a tribute to his entire family … for them to start something – considering the time that he has – they’re still letting him touch the lives of so many other people.”

Shanna Banks, a children’s ministry director at Northview Christian Church, said helping Jake with his mission to comfort sick kids was an easy decision.

“We have kind of walked this journey with them from the beginning,” Banks said. “We’re always looking for projects where kids can be involved in serving, and the Pillow Pets was such a natural fit; it was a practical way to teach kids about giving.”

And Jacob McConahay seems to be just the person to do the instructing.

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Sullivan Business name: Westfield Foot and Ankle, LLC Owner: Dr. David Sullivan Address: 15761 Wildrye Dr., Westfield, IN 46074 Phone: 317-896-6655 Web site: www. westfieldfoot.com How long has your business been a member of the Westfield Chamber of Commerce? “Three years.”

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How do you measure your business success? “By height (just kidding). Volume of new and established patients is the best way to measure growth for my practice.”

What are your “words to live by” in business? “Hire great people, work hard, and don’t burn bridges.”

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Chamber Profiles Business name: Wittmann 20/20 Family Eye Center Owner: Tammy Wittmann, OD Address: 2792 E. 146th Street, Carmel, IN 46033 Phone: 317.843.2020 Web site: www. wittmann2020.com

Business Name: Wittler Orthodontics Address: 534 East State Rd 32 in Westfield, across from the post office Phone: 317-896-3444 Website: www.wittlerortho.com How long has your business been a member of the Westfield Chamber of Commerce? We have been a member of the Westfield Chamber for 10 years.

How long has your business been a member of the Westfield Chamber of Commerce? “Wittmann 20/20 joined the WCC just about a month before our doors opened in Aug, 2010.”

finished their braces and are excited about the treatment that they have received. The glowing smiles say it all! I also measure the success of our practice by the ability to support community events and charitable functions. I feel that it is important to give back to those that help make our business a success.

How do you measure your business success? I measure my business success several ways. First and foremost, the beautiful smiles on my patients’ faces after they have

What are your “words to live by” in business? My words to live by in business are surround yourself with exceptional staff and support professionals; you cannot do it all yourself.

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“Being connected to business leaders in our community is not only an advantage, it is also an opportunity and privilege. The WCC offers opportunities to meet and network with other business owners. I really enjoy and appreciate the WCC showing how we can be a part of the tapestry of our community.”

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What is the benefit of being a member? I have maintained my Chamber membership because it keeps me connected with the Westfield community. I am able to network with other local businesses. I enjoy interacting with other community members and business leaders as well as learning how to improve my business and support other businesses in Westfield.

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How do you measure your business success? “We measure success not by the number of glasses we sell, but by the total experience a patient and family have when they visit. Is my staff friendly and welcoming? Do we answer all questions, giving the patient complete security that they have received the very best

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Wittmann 20/20 Family Eye Center optometric experience possible? Is the office environment warm and welcoming, providing a comfortable experience for the patient AND their family? It is an experiential question to us: Do all who come here enjoy every moment? This is a ‘yes’ or ‘no’ question. If the answer is yes, we have succeeded.”

What are your “words to live by” in business? “Being a Christian woman, there was no question from the beginning that Wittmann 20/20 will be run by Christian ethics. We certainly are not perfect, but we make all decisions and treat patients with the care expected of us by God. Simply put, we hold each other to the highest expectations ethically, remain humble, count our blessings, and treat each patient with sincere and loving care.”

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DISPATCHES » Ribbon cutting – Platinum Living, a Noblesville-based interior design retailer, will hold a ribbon cutting Wednesday at 4 p.m. for its new location, 960 Logan Street.

Learn more at www.platinumlivingllc.com. » New Salinger bio out – J.D. Salinger is a biographer's nightmare. He refused interviews, banned his photo from his book jackets, cut off anyone who spoke about him to journalists and implored friends to destroy his letters. But barely a year after Salinger's death at age 91, a new biography is here – “J.D. Salinger: A Life”

by Kenneth Slawenski. The author’s prose is serviceable at best, but he's an energetic researcher. He doesn't solve the impossible puzzle that was Salinger, but he does find some important pieces.

-www.time.com » Students urged to avoid Mexico – College students in Texas who are planning to celebrate spring break have been advised to stay away from Mexico because of the dangers of drug violence.

In the warning, Texas Department of Public Safety Director Steven McCraw cited violence near the border and throughout the country. "Our safety message is simple: Avoid traveling to Mexico during spring break and stay alive," he said.

-www.msnbc.com » Airline hikes cut in half – Two weeks ago, the big network airline carriers including United, Continental, Delta and American raised many domestic fares by $20 a round trip but cut them to $10 last week because of pressure from discount carriers.

The airlines have already attempted five broad-based price increases this year, with most of them sticking. They have also twice imposed bigger increases — up to $60 a round trip — on high-priced tickets favored by business travelers.

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Ribbon cutting ceremony featured resident companies and the Center for the Performing Arts leaders.

Emerging artist Joanna Smith Photos by Margaret Sutherlin

Studio opens for up-close, diverse performances

By Margaret Sutherlin Current in Westfield The Studio Theater may not be as grand inside as the Palladium, but as a part of the Center for the Performing Art campus serves an equally important role.

The opening of the first theater at the Center is a small, intimate and flexible setting for a variety of performances. The black box theater seats around 250 audience members and can be rearranged so the audience surrounds the stage or traditionally faces the performance. The degrees

in which the stage and theater can be rearranged allows for a kind of tailor made experience. For artistic director Michael Feinstein and president Steven Libman, the Studio is an opportunity to feature emerging, young artists in a professional and also engaging space.

“This will be an opportunity for performers to really test original work of all genres and breathe life into many artistic repertoires,” said Libman during an emerging artist showcase featuring country music singer, songwriter Joanna Smith.

“This is really a chance to showcase new artists.”

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The Fantasticks by Carmel Repertory Theatre Join Carmel Repertory Theatre as they open the new theater The Studio at the Center for the Performing Arts. The inaugural production The Fantasticks features favorite songs and dance from the longestrunning musical, and famous off-Broadway production. The musical features two childhood friends as they discover the world around them and also fall in love after some rather bothersome match-making from their parents.

At The Studio Theater at the Center for the Performing Arts For tickets call (317) 843-3800 or visit carmelrepertorytheatre.com Show Times: March 11-12, 17-19, 24-26 at 8:00 p.m.

March 13, 20, 27 at 2:30 p.m.

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In addition to presenting emerging performers, the Studio is also an opportunity to host local theater groups and resident companies with the Center for the Performing Arts in a space that allows them to be creative and also suit their needs.

“I can’t believe that it is finally open and we’re here,” said Cynthia Collins of Actors Theatre of Indiana, one of the artistic directors of the resident company. “We are so elated, so happy. We are so happy to have a real home here in Carmel.”

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Manager at Luca Pizza Where I Dine “I love going to a steakhouse, like Texas Roadhouse.”

What I Order “I always order a 16 oz. T-bone steak, with a loaded baked potato and a large beer.”

Why I Like It “I like the quality. Good quality beats any price, and if you want good food, you have to pay for it.”

12950 Publishers Drive Fishers, IN 46038 Phone: 317-585-5020

The scoop: From traditional Cantonese pan fried noodles to the highly-recommended pepper steak, this local restaurant offers a wide variety of choices – at a reasonable price. Buffet-style dining is available during lunch and dinner hours, and to-order dishes are available throughout the day. Patrons with kids will find a great deal here as well – 7-10-year-olds eat at a discounted rate, and kids 3-6 eat at half price.

Type of food: Chinese Price: The lunch buffet is $7.25, while access to the dinner version will cost you $9.25.

Specialty and take-out prices most often run $5.45 for a small order, and $8.25 for a large.

Specialty menu items: “Sea Wind and Fire:” shrimp, chicken, BBQ pork with vegetable in a wine sauce. “San See in Garlic Sauce:” shredded beef,

pork, chicken and vegetable in hot garlic sauce. “Green Jade Scallop & Beef:” fresh scallops and beef sautéed with mushroom, broccoli and house sauce.

Dress: Casual Reservation: No Smoking: No Hours: Mon – Thurs: 11 a.m.

– 9:30 p.m.; Friday: 11 a.m. – 10 p.m.; Saturday: Noon – 10 p.m.; Sunday: Noon – 9 p.m.

Address: 7260 Fishers Crossing Dr. Phone: 317-594-8663

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Balsamic pork chops Ingredients • 1 (6.2-ounce) package fast-cooking long-grain and wild rice mix • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh rosemary • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/2 teaspoon pepper • 6 (3/4-inch-thick) boneless pork chops • 2 tablespoons butter or margarine • 2 tablespoons olive oil • 2 garlic cloves, pressed • 1 (14 1/2-ounce) can chicken broth • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar • Garnish: fresh rosemary sprigs Directions 1. Cook rice according to package directions; keep warm.

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3. Melt butter with oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add garlic, and sauté 1 minute. Add pork chops, and cook 4 minutes on each side or until golden. Remove pork chops.

4. Add broth and vinegar, stirring to loosen particles from bottom of skillet. Cook 6 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Add pork chops, and cook 5 minutes or until done.

Serve over rice. Garnish, if desired.

-Southern Living • 1 packet Kool-Aid Tangerine mix • 1 oz Bacardi Gold rum • 1 oz Smirnoff vodka Directions 1. Combine all ingredients in a pilsner glass. Stir together, and serve.

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March 9

Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre: Hairspray Now-March 27, 2011, Show times vary Beef and Boards, 9301 N. Michigan Road Tickets $36-59; Call (317) 872-9664 Join Tracy Turnblad and Link Larkin as they fall in love and dance the night away in this hit Broadway musical set in the 1960s. Tracy becomes an overnight sensation on a local teen dance television show, and uses her fabulous dance moves, curves, and forward-thinking to make some major changes to her Baltimore home.

March 10 The Indianapolis Museum of Art: Hard Truths -The Art of Thornton Dial Now-September 18, 2011 Indianapolis Museum of Art 3000 Michigan Rd. Tickets $8.00 Public, Free for members; for more information visit www.imamuseum.org Thornton Dial is an extraordinary American artist, whose work addresses social issues in innovative and thoughtful ways.

March 12 Carmel Symphony Orchestra: Gold, Silver, Bronze Saturday, March 12, 7:30 p.m.

The Palladium, Carmel Tickets at www.carmelsymphony.org Join the Carmel Symphony and the medalists of the 2010 International Violin Competition Indianapolis for a night of spectacular classical music.

March 13 Going Solo: In Acting Shakespeare March 10: 2 p.m. & 7:30 p.m., March 13: 2 p.m.

Indiana Repertory Theatre, 140 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN 46024 Tickets $36 regular, $42 premium Call 317-635-5252 or visit www.irtlive.com In this humorous memoir, DeVita exposes the many challenges he experienced on the path from Long Island fisherman to celebrated classical actor and playwright. On the way he performs passages from a dozen of Shakespeare’s plays with dexterity and wit.

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Center for the Performing Art: Tango Buenos Aires March 16, 7:30 p.m.

The Palladium, Carmel Tickets at thecenterfortheperformingarts.org Tango Buenos Aires enjoys worldwide acclaim for its authentic and uncompromising interpretations of Argentina’s national art form. The Tango is renowned for its impeccable precision and its sensuality. Performed by the brilliant dancers of Tango Buenos Aires, it will take your breath away.

March 18 Civic Theatre: Cabaret March 11-27, Thursdays-Sundays, Showtime varies. Tickets $25-32, Call 317-923-4597 or visit www.civictheatre.org Civic Theatre at Marian University 3200 Cold Spring Road On the eve of Hitler’s rise to power, a Cabaret singer, an American writer and the citizens of Berlin are caught in the swirling maelstrom of a changing society. This provocative Broadway show features a macabre emcee and phenomenal cabaret dance numbers.

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March 20 The Storytelling Ability of a Boy March 11 – 27 7 p.m. Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m.

Sundays The Phoenix Theatre, 749 N. Park Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46202 Tickets $15 Thursdays, $25 for adults, $15 for ages 20 and under Call 317-635-7529 or visit phoenixtheatre.org.

The story of two dangerously smart teenagers and the teacher struggling to help them, armed with humor and compassion. No matter how smart or talented any of us are, each of us has felt at some point in our lives that we didn’t belong. In perhaps the toughest world of all – high school – Peck and Dora have each other and their friendship can endure anything the bullies or the teachers or society can throw at them.

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DISPATCHES » Free remodeling seminars – Case Design/Remodeling will offer two free kitchen and bath seminars this month.

The first will be held at Michael’s Southshore at Geist, 11705 Fox Road, Indianapolis, on Thursday from 7 to 8:30 p.m.

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Engineered wood flooring has come of age …

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By Vicky Earley Wood floors create a warm and timeless expression for a home that other floorings can’t match. They are durable, and with the variety of finishes available, they have become the flooring of choice for most designers.

Changes and improvements in the hardwood flooring industry have ushered in more selection than ever before. With increased choice comes the need for more background information than ever.

One option that is sure to present itself in the dense forest of hardwood choices is engineered wood flooring. This product is a cousin to solid hardwood but proffers a list of independent pros and cons.

Engineered wood flooring typically has three or more core layers in addition to the top hardwood veneer. This layer of hardwood veneer is the same genuine hardwood enjoyed in solid hardwood floors. This is generally a thin layer of the show wood, typically 0.6mm to 4.5mm or more in thickness.

Once you have installed an engineered wood floor, the only visible difference will be your bill, as engineered is generally a less expensive option.

Engineered products constructed with three to five layers and a top layer of premium hardwood counteract the natural tendency of wood to expand and contract with seasonal changes in temperature and humidity, making engineered flooring dimensionally stable.

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Engineered products constructed with three to five layers and a top layer of premium hardwood counteract the natural tendency of wood to expand and contract .

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Most engineered wood floors are prefinished at the factory, which eliminates the mess, time and vapors associated with applying the finish coats at the job site. Prefinished floors are ready to be walked on right after the installation is complete. Most factory applied finishes are UVcured with ultra violet lights, which creates a much harder finish than a job-site finish. In addition, the manufacturer can apply more coats of finish as well as giving added protection.

Engineered wood is an ideal choice in an area where humidity is an issue. Where solid wood might warp and wave, engineered wood has the best chance for remaining flat.

The big question that usually accompanies the choice of an engineered wood product is, “Can I refinish an engineered floor”?

The answer? It depends entirely upon the thickness of the hardwood layer. The reality is that due to the high quality of finishes offered, 95 percent of engineered hardwood surfaces are never refinished. If sanding is desired, typically the professional sanding procedure removes 1/32 of an inch. Therefore, if an engineered wood floor has a 2mm layer it can be sanded 1-2 times.

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Vicky Earley is the principal designer for Artichoke Designs in downtown Carmel. If you have an interior design question, please contact artichokedesigns@aol.com.

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Your stylist understands your hair type and texture, so it is pertinent to get a professional recommendation for which shampoo works best for your hair needs. Whether it is color protecting, such as Brocato’s VibraColor shampoo or Aquage’s Volumizing shampoo that you need, your stylist will be able to recommend the perfect bottle for you.

Shampoos also can help prevent and reverse damage to your hair caused by chemicals or the elements. Healthy hair begins with the proper products and regimen for at-home maintenance

Plaid ties (Just not paired with a plaid shirt) Suede buck shoes (Choose a bright color if you are risky enough) Linen (It’s OK for it to get wrinkled) Denim (Found in any color of the rainbow this season) Get out and be different this spring!

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Tired of hearing “you look tired” after a night without as much sleep as you had hoped for? Try these few steps to make sure you glow, even if you don’t feel like it.

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Instead of matte foundation, use a light tinted moisturizer. This will hydrate your skin, combating the dry, worn out look.

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Don’t opt for your black eyeliner when you are tired. This is too harsh.

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Acid reflux or heartburn?

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By Daniel McKenna, MD and Don Selzer, MD As physicians, we often get questions from friends, family members and, of course, patients, about a variety of medical questions. One complaint we hear quite often is in regard to heartburn and acid reflux.

Numerous individuals suffer from what they believe is heartburn, often experiencing a senMcKenna sation of burning or pain in the esophagus soon after a meal. However, the truth is that what they’re suffering from could actually be acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

GERD is a medical condition that affects nearly one-third of Americans. It is caused by stomach acid that abnormally travels backwards up into the esophagus.

Heartburn is one symptom of acid reflux disease, but it isn’t the only symptom. Those with GERD may also experience the following: • hoarseness or sore throat • frequent swallowing • chronic cough • asthma or asthma-like symptoms • burning in the mouth or throat • pain or discomfort in the chest • intolerance to certain foods • yellow fluid or pillow stains after sleep

 New procedure at IU Health – A scar-free procedure for treating acid reflux and heartburn is now available in the Indianapolis area. Don Selzer, MD, and Dan McKenna, MD, recently began offering the new procedure – Transoral Incisionless Fundoplication procedure (TIF) – at Indiana University Health North Hospital in Carmel. The procedure uses the innovative EsophyX device for the treatment of GERD.  Diabetes fair – Join Riverview Medical Group’s Diabetes Center for a free Diabetes Fair on March 19, 8 to 11 a.m, in the lower level of the Women’s Pavilion, entrance 11. Find out if you are at a high risk by getting a free A1C screening at the event. For more information, call 770-5835.  New doctor joins area dentist – Dr. Kevin Beadle has joined Dr. Carol McKown, Pediatric Dentist. Beadle graduated from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 2006, and finished his residency in Pediatric Dentistry at Children's Hospital of Michigan. For more information visit www.drcarol4kids.com

• dental erosions or therapy resistant gum disease or inflammation Acid reflux disease differs from heartburn in that disease symptoms persist for two or more days each week, despite efforts to pursue a more active lifestyle and healthier diet. Once diagnosed with GERD, individuals may choose treatment options like over-the-counter and prescription antacids, acid suppressants Selzer and proton pump inhibitors.

While these may relieve symptoms, there is now a groundbreaking procedure that helps to resolve acid reflux more permanently. The procedure – Transoral Incisionless Fudoplication (TIF) – is simple and life changing. Clinical trials show that, after having the procedure, most people can eat and drink foods they avoided for many years and 79 percent remain off their daily reflux medications two years later. Because the procedure is performed through the mouth with no incisions, there is little pain and risk, no scars and minimal time away from work and regular activities.

To learn more about acid reflux and the latest treatment options, you’re invited to attend an informational seminar March 9 at 6 p.m. at IU Health North Hospital in Carmel. To schedule a personal appointment with us, call 317-2740931 or 317-688-4880.

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MONEY MATTERS How has the economy affected your spring break travel plans?

“It’s affected it somewhat. It’s always better to have more money in the bank and a less elaborate vacation.”

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As wedding season approaches, Lucy’s Bridal has opened its doors as a full service bridal boutique in Carmel. An intimate space, Lucy’s Bridal focuses on creating a very personalized, low-pressure experience for brides and Lucy Qi, onwer and Susan Barber their party. One-on-one appointments and high expectations for customer service also help distinguish this small, locally owned bridal store.

Though Lucy’s Bridal is new to the area, those who work in the store are not new to the business. Experienced in alterations and design, Lucy Qi of Carmel expanded into wedding gown design and decided to open the boutique to service her many loyal customers.

A diverse number of styles that can be custom altered and also custom designed, as well as a number of accessories and dresses and tuxes for everyone makes it a bit easier to coordinate and bring style to a wedding.

Not only are the dresses at Lucy’s Bridal unique and of high quality, but they are also carefully selected for a bride or bridal party on a budget. In addition to well-recognized labels, experienced seamstresses and designer Lucy Qi also has created her own line of dresses.

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I’m just not that into God, part 1 FAITH

By Bob Walters We are conditioned by our culture to believe that God – especially the person of Jesus Christ – is merely one of life’s extracurricular activities, not the full-time source and center of our humanity and life itself.

There is doubt. God is OK but organized religion is a pain. Yeah I suppose there is a God but until He proves to me he or she exists I’m looking out for No. 1. When I sincerely tried to pray, I got no answer. What’s God ever done for me?

There is reason. Survival depends on my ability to reason, to choose and to judge right and wrong. I’m supposed to deny my powers of reason and “believe” in a God I can’t see? Who allowed his own son to be killed? Who needs a father like that?

There is precedent. I’m free, aren’t I? Don’t Bible-thump me with that Jesus nonsense.

Arose from the dead? Loves sinners? Forgives even the stuff I’ve done? C’mon. I’m too smart for that. I know things. And don’t mix faith with public schooling. It’s my God-given right to have church and state separated!

“God-given?” Alas.

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or not. But our culture of media and personal esteem makes it far too appealing and easy for us to seek reality elsewhere.

I did that for about 30 years.

I never thought God didn’t exist. Nor did I think Jesus, the Bible and the church were all that important. Just a bunch of old characters, old stories, old thinking. Jesus was a good man, the Bible has lots of good advice … but, the center of all life?

I just wasn’t that into God. Thing is, I realize now, I wanted to BE God. As I grew to understand that the job was already taken, Jesus – our human-divine connection with God – suddenly became very important.

Lent, the church season of Christ’s passion and sacrifice, begins tomorrow and ends at Easter. Traditionally, many Christians give up something for Lent.

To take the critical step of putting Christ in the center of our lives and recalibrating / downsizing popular culture, let’s give up trying to be God. That job’s taken, and it’s a full-time gig.

Bob Walters (www.believerbob. blogspot.com, email rlwcom@aol. com) will look at non-believers through Lent, urging believers not to give up on them.

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Basement remodel in 1980s-built home

REMODELING

By Larry Greene ORIGINAL BASEMENT: This home was built in 1988 in the Smokey Ridge subdivision. The current homeowners had big plans when they moved in to start with a kitchen remodel and then remodel the basement. However, in 2010, their basement flooded, and their priorities quickly reversed.

HOMEOWNER’S FAVORITE DESIGN CHANGES: The homeowner commented, “We used to have a wood-burning stove in the basement, and now we have a vent less fire place.

It’s the best! Also, we had this big clunky bar right in the middle of the room that took up a lot of space. Now, the new bar has been totally redesigned up against the wall, and it opened up so much more usable space.” The homeowner continued, “We also had a small half bath with a little closet down here before. Now, we have a full bathroom with a tub, better lighting and more closet space. It’s really cozy now. We love it.”

FIREPLACE DETAILS: The existing brick fireplace hearth and surround was removed and hauled away, and the area was framed to fit the new firebox opening. After a gas line was roughed in, Eldorado Limestone York stone veneer was installed on the fireplace surround, hearth deck and hearth face with mortar joints.

New semi-custom maple cabinets in taupe paint with café colored highlights (that match the new wet bar) were installed on each

Before side of the fireplace. Finally, prefinished engineered maple wood flooring in an alternate pattern with a 4”, 5”, and 6” wide planks was installed in a glue-down method.

FINAL RESULTS: The homeowner was pleased with the overall results and commented, “It’s all usable space now! So much more lighting! Before, no one wanted to go down there; it was just a basement. Now we use it for our family movie nights, and there’s play space for the kids. Now, we’ll come down here to watch movies on our nice big TV.”

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Larry Greene is the president of Case Design/ Remodeling, a full-service design/build firm serving Hamilton County. Contact him at lgreene@indy.rr.com.

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Is everyone at hockey games an idiot?

HUMOR

By Mike Redmond Had a grand time the other night watching two-thirds of a hockey game. The other third was not so grand, seeing as how I spent it in a line at the concessions stand.

Basically, I spent the entire second period (two goals, three fights and three penalties) in line to get a Coke.

For those of you not in the know, hockey is played in three periods of 20 minutes each. And these are sports minutes, not real life minutes, which means they can be up to 30 times longer than minutes anywhere else.

Do the math and I spent 30 minutes of my life waiting to get refreshed.

And why did it take so long?

Because everyone else in the line was a moron.

I’m talking about people who would make it to the front of the line and then decide they needed to start studying the menu. Never mind that they had half an hour to do while THEY were waiting. Oh, no. They had all been too busy talking on their cell phones and texting people back in the arena, or rolling their eyes and sighing noisily complaining about the slow service.

So they get to the front of the line and start reading the menu. Slowly. Out loud. This, too, takes far longer than it should, seeing as how the bill of fare is what you might call limited: Prefab pizza, microwave-thawed pretzels, vintage popcorn, cardboard nachos with library paste

cheese sauce, beer, wine, pop and water.

The order is finally made and delivered fairly quickly. I want to make that point clear: The concession workers that I saw were friendly and efficient. No blame there.

Comes time to pay. Is this a fast, easy cash transaction? Of course not. This will be paid in plastic, which means another several minutes lost to rooting around in wallets and purses looking for credit cards. And then another few putting things back in their places again. After which, the person notices that he or she is going to need considerable help getting all this snacky goodness back into the area and so whips out a cell phone to call in reinforcements – all while standing at the head of the line so as to best hold things up.

Result? You miss the goals and fistfights, and all the players are so dog-bone tired by the time you get back to your seat that the third period is really just a skate-around. It’s enough to make you buy Pacers tickets.

OK, that’s an exaggeration. But it’s enough to make you re-think the whole business of going out, with all its attendant headaches, from finding a place to park to chasing squatters out of your seats to wasting time in lines..

Mike Redmond is an author, journalist, humorist and speaker. Write him at mike@ mikeredmondonline.com or P.O. Box 44385, Indianapolis, IN 46244.

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By John Mikesell If your dog seems to always have gas, make an appointment for a veterinary examination to rule out serious problems If you haven’t already, switch from that bargain basement food to a high-quality food rich in animal proteins.

Keep track of the ingredients – at least the major sources of carbohydrates, proteins and fats in each food you give your dog – and whether his gas improves or worsens with each. It may be that his problem is with one type of grain.

Some unfortunate dogs are banished to the outdoors because they produce such volumes of noxious gas – and it’s not their fault! Some of these dogs also produce giant volumes of sloppy feces. These are two huge indications that their food is low-quality, indigestible product. Improving the diet will reduce all malodorous emissions.

When dealing with a chronic farter, do not free feed. Whether you choose to feed your companion once, twice, or several times daily, it is best not to leave food on the floor all of the time. Allow at least a few hours between feeding to allow complete digestion of each meal. This by itself has cured many cases of chronic flatulence!

Several safe and accessible herbs come to mind for effective relief of flatulence and indigestion. But remember this: All these herbs do is relieve symptoms. They do not represent a silver bullet solution.

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We have found that food can make a difference. Not just a better brand, but the meat base and composition (mix of ingredients) can make a difference. It takes a little time, but is well worth the trouble.

I have been very lucky with both Isabelle and now Karma, as I have never had that problem. If I do, I know immediately that she got into something she shouldn’t have, and I will pay in clean up later on.

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