June 20, 2017 – Westfield

LOOK FOR SPRING SPECIA LS ON OUR INSER T INSIDE!

Tuesday, June 20, 2017

317.406.7929

• www.SUMM

ERSPHC.com

Local woman hopes to bring senior residents to farm for field trips / P10 Residential Customer Local

Council approves business park / P3

Local road construction and closures / P5

ECRWSS

TO SCHEDULE A SCAN CALL 800.265.3220 OR VISIT IUHEALTH.ORG/HEARTSCANS

Police still search for biker / P8

Indianapolis, IN Permit No. 1525 U.S. Postage Paid Presorted Standard

2

June 20, 2017

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

Dedicated to protect what matters most.

Like you, we won’t settle for good enough. It’s our mission to make sure our trusted advisors are there when you need us most.

Contact Shepherd Insurance today for a FREE no-obligation insurance review.

“Kudos to Debi Butler for being a true friend and a long-time trusted advisor. For years, Debi has worked with our family’s insurance needs. She’s knowledgeable, thorough and committed. Deb’s always available when you need her. On a scale of 1 to 10, she’s a strong 10. She’s the best!”

Nancy & Bobby “Slick” Leonard Hamilton County Residents

Debi Butler dbutler@shepherdins.com

317.846.5554 | shepherdins.com

Your local independent insurance agency since 1977.

June 20, 2017

COMMUNITY

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

3

Contact the Editor

Have a news tip? Want to submit a calendar event? Have a photograph to share? Contact Managing Editor Anna Skinner at anna@ youarecurrent.com.

You may also submit information on our website, currentinwestfield.com. Remember our news deadline is typically eight days prior to publication. To contact Editorial Director Sophie Pappas, call 317.489.4444 ext. 7.

Want to advertise?

Current in Westfield reaches 100 percent of the households in 46074 by U.S. Postal Service every Tuesday. For more information about how to reach that audience, call Dennis O’Malia at 370.0749 or e-mail him at dennis@youarecurrent.com.

Council approves Haworth Business Park Compiled by Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com The Westfield City Council met June 12. The next city council meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m. June 26 at City Hall, 130 Penn St. For more, visit westfield.in.gov.

What happened: Council approved Haworth Business Park Planned Unit Development, 6-0.

What happened: Council approved Goddard/Scofield Farms Phase 2, 6-0.

What it means: The approval allows for single-family construction from M/I Homes on approximately 143 acres to the west of Moontown Road and between 191st and 196th streets.

What happened: The council heard an introduction for an Oak Manor Planned Unit Development District Amendment.

What it means: The proposal, if approved, would implement an amendment to Oak Manor to allow for a single-family development on 12.5 acres on the south side of the Midland Trail along Gunther Boulevard. If approved, it would include 67 single-family homes and 10 lots for 42 townhomes. The proposal was passed onto the APC with no objection. It will receive a public hearing July 11 and return to council in August.

Join our community

www.facebook.com/currentinwestfield www.twitter.com/CI_Westfield

The council approved Haworth Business Park June 12. The business park will be at 169th Street and Oak Ridge Road. (Submitted images)

What it means: The rezone allows for a business park on nearly 40 acres of land at 169th Street and Oak Ridge Road. It was rezoned from agricultural to enclosed industrial.

What happened: The council approved a resolution temporarily relieving the noise ordinance to allow for repaving of the retail parking lot on the northeast corner of Springmill Road and 161st Street.

What it means: There will be a pavement project taking place during night-time hours June 20, 26 and 27. The resolution was proposed due to traffic flow during the day. Paving will take place between 9 p.m. and 6 a.m.

What happened: Springmill Grand Station Planned Unit Development presented an introduction to the council.

On the cover

Karen Hymbaugh owns a farm and 5-acre home in Westfield. (Photo by Sadie Hunter) Founded Jan. 29, 2008, at Westfield, IN Vol. X, No. 22 Copyright 2016.

Current Publishing, LLC All Rights Reserved.

30 South Range Line Road Carmel, IN 46032 317.489.4444 info@youarecurrent.com The views of the columnists in Current in Westfield are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of this newspaper.

The proposal for the Springmill Grand Station Planned Unit Development District incorporates a railroad theme.

What it means: The proposal asks for a rezone from single-family low density to local business-planned development. If approved, the development will be built on 4.9 acres at the northwest corner of Springmill Road and 161st Street. It would include five buildings with associated parking. The buildings would include 19,500 square feet of retail, 7,875 square feet of office space and a 39,837-square-foot self-storage facility.

A railroad theme will be implemented into the development. According to city council member Steve Hoover, the project has general support from the Springmill Station Task Group. The proposal was passed onto the Advisory Plan Commission with no objection. It will receive a public hearing July 11. It is planned to return to council in August.

4

June 20, 2017

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

VIP AREA | KIDS ZONE | ICE SKATING/ZIP LINES THE GAME ZONE | CAR SHOW LIVE MUSIC AND MORE! ENJOYWESTFIELDEVENTS.COM

DON’T MISS THE

CAR SHOW! SPONSORED BY:

ESLER AUTO REPAIR

UNITED CONSULTING

DUKE ENERGY

SERVICE SANITATION

ERMCO

5

June 20, 2017

COMMUNITY

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

editorial@youarecurrent.com

A second lane opening on eastbound Campus Parkway to southbound I-69.

Westfield Altered lane alignments and East 151st Street will close intersection locations at interfor the construction of a change ramps. roundabout at Westfield Traffic signals replacing Boulevard. The closure is yield signs at some interexpected to last 60 days.

CONSTRUCTION CONSTR CONSTRUCTIO ON NS N NSTRUCTION S STRUC TRUCTION CTI CT CTI change ramps.

Motorists travelling eastConstruction will conbound along East 151st Street tinue through July. will encounter detour routing which will Carmel bypass roundabout construction at the Towne Road and 106th Street is closed new intersection of East 151st Street and for roundabout construction. Construction Westfield Boulevard between Greyhound is estimated to take 45 days.

Pass and U.S. 31. Target will only be accesHazel Dell Parkway and 116th Street is sible to traffic from the east. Eastbound closed for roundabout construction, estitraffic crossing U.S. 31 at 151st Street will mated to take 75 days. need to utilize the detour or approach 151st City Center Drive and Range Line Road Street from U.S. 31 north or south. is closed for roundabout construction, Casey Road is closed north of Ind. 32 for estimated to take 14 days, after which time approximately half a mile for the constructhere will continue to be partial closures of tion of the Ditch Road extension roundthe intersection until completion, which is about. The closure is expected to last 60 anticipated to be on or prior to July 1. days.

Spring Mill Road is closed south of the Noblesville Main Street roundabout to 116th Street exThe Campus Parkway traffic pattern cept for local traffic. Motorists are encourat I-69’s Exit 210 has shifted to the third aged to use Illinois Street as a detour. The phase of construction. Traffic changes closure is expected to last until fall. could include: *Updates accurate as of press time. For Westbound traffic shifting to the south more, visit youarecurrent.com. side of the bridge over I-69.

LIVING INDEPENDENTLY IS EVEN BETTER WHEN YOU HAVE A LITTLE HELP.

LIMITED TIME OFFER

Personal Money Market Account

1.00

%

APY

*

6-MONTH PREMIUM

Living in a comfortable community with staff always on-hand to help you with the tasks of daily living can go a long way in reducing the amount of time you spend worrying. That’s why we’re here.

CALL TODAY TO LEARN ABOUT OUR ASSISTED LIVING MOVE-IN SPECIAL! 937 E. 186th Street • Westfield, IN 46074 317-804-8044 • wellbrookeofwestfield.com •

CARMEL: 568 East Carmel Dr • (317) 844-5233 DOWNTOWN INDIANAPOLIS: 1 N. Pennsylvania St • (317) 423-2551 WESTFIELD: 3002 East State Road 32 • (317) 867-1884 WHITESTOWN MEIJER: 6650 Whitestown Pkwy • (317) 769-3553 ZIONSVILLE: 50 North Ford Rd • (317) 733-9141

CENTIER.COM The Money Market Promotion account is for personal deposits and new money only. Minimum deposit to open is $100.

• If your daily balance is $9,999.99 or less, the APY (annual percentage yield) on the entire balance in your account will be 0.05%.

• If your daily balance is more than $9,999.99, but less than $100,000.01 the APY on the entire balance in your account will be 1.00% and will be effective for six months from account opening date. * • If your daily balance is $100,000.01 or more, the APY on the remaining balance after the first $100,000.00 in your account will be 0.35%. *Once the six month period has ended the Centier Money Market account tiers and rates will apply. APY’s are subject to change after the account is open. Fees may reduce earnings on this account. A fee of $10.00 will be charged when third party checks in excess of six occur during a statement cycle. Transfers from a Money Market account to another account or to third parties by preauthorized, automatic, telephone, or computer transfer or by check, draft, or similar order to third parties are limited to six per month. Annual Percentage Yield as of January 19, 2017. This offer is available at select Centier Bank locations. Centier reserves the right to discontinue any offer at any time. Member FDIC *

6

June 20, 2017

COMMUNITY

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

Dispatches Seeking historical photos — Current in Westfield is looking to gather historical photos from the city and community for a regular feature within the publication, “Back in the Day.” Credit for each submission will be given to images sent with a short description and approximate date. For more information, or to submit photos or ideas, please contact Editor Anna Skinner at anna@youarecurrent.com.

you love.

Grammar Guy/Gal search — Do you have a passion for wordsmithing? An infatuation with proper grammar? Current wants you!

Current Publishing is seeking a columnist to write a weekly grammar column about the usage, and misuse, of common phrases and words in an effort to reprise the popular Grammar Guy column. If interested, contact Editorial Director Sophie Pappas at sophie@youarecurrent.com.

College news — Samford University student Emma Phillips, of Westfield, won the Wheeler Hawley Award for Excellence, 300 level Spanish. Gabrielle Adams was named to the William Woods University spring 2017 Dean’s List.

Rehabilitation tailored to getting you back in the swing of things.

When life gives you bogeys, get things back on par.

Our outstanding nursing and therapy teams have the knowledge, skills and experience to guide you through successful short-term rehabilitation and the postrehabilitation recovery processes. Call 317-844-5050

Christ United Methodist Church hosts fish fry — The 76th annual fish fry will be hosted by Christ United Methodist Church from 5 to 8 p.m. July 14 and 15 at the church, 318 N. Union St. The menu consists of homemade food including Atlantic Cod fish sandwiches, sloppy joes, coleslaw, fries, potato salad, and a wide variety of homemade pies, cookies and cakes. All proceeds go to CUMC preschool, Heart & Soul Clinic, Open Doors, Lucille Raines Home, Children’s Home in Lebanon, Red Bird Mission in Beverly, Ky., World Vision and Hope in the Harvest a mission in Ghanta, Liberia.

Farmers Market — The Westfield Farmers Market will be from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays through August in the lawn to the west of City Hall, 130 Penn St. For more, visit westfield.in.gov.

www.CopperTrace.us

services we provide.

FA M I LY- F I R S T S E N I O R L I V I N G F R O M C A R D O N ASSISTED LIVING • REHABILITATION • LONG TERM CARE • MEMORY SUPPORT

Reserve sheriff applications — The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for the position of reserve sheriff deputy. The Reserve Division is a group of unpaid volunteers empowered to assist full-time Sheriff’s Office staff with upholding the law and preserving peace.

For more information and an application, contact Deputy Jeff Larkin at Thomas.Larkin@hamiltoncounty.in.gov or 317-773-1872.

Applications are due by July 31.

June 20, 2017

COMMUNITY

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

Indy Eleven hosts local camps

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Indy Eleven midfielder Daniel Keller is sharing his soccer skills and knowledge with youngsters. soccer Keller, 25, is serving as the lead coach for the team’s youth summer camps.

“It’s a great opportunity for me to give back to the game,” said Keller, in his third year with Indy Eleven. “When I was younger, I spent my summer going Keller to camps. For me, it was the former Indiana professional team, the Indiana Blast. I would go to Carmel United camps. I remember how much an impact those camps had on my career. To be able to give back and pay it forward to these kids is something I take pride in.”

The Carmel resident has a degree in finance and economics from the University of Louisville.

“At some point, I might venture into the business world,” Keller said. “Soccer is a game I’ll always follow closely, and when I have my own kids someday, I’ll definitely be involved with their teams.”

Keller is running a Carmel Dads Club camp, which started June 19. Keller, a 2010 Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School graduate who grew up in Carmel, redshirted and then played at Louisville from 2011 to 2014.

Keller went from a walk-on to starter at Louisville. He was a Major League Soccer third-round draft selection of the Los Angeles Galaxy.

The camps include instruction and appearances by Indy Eleven players and coaches, a ticket to a 2017 Indy Eleven game and an Indy Eleven Soccer Camp T-shirt.

Sip & Shop at Sheffield Park

EN ENTER TER TO TOWI WINN PR PRIZE IZES! S!

camp Schedule June 26 to 29 — Grand Park (Youth), Westfield, 9 a.m. to noon.

July 10 to 13 — United Soccer Alliance of Indiana, 7725 W. 56th St., Indianapolis.

July 17 to 20 — Eagle Rec and Enrichment, Jennings Field, Zionsville, 5 to 8 p.m.

July 24 to 27 — Indy Premier, Trinity Park, Noblesville, 9 a.m. to noon.

There are high school camps at Grand Park for girls June 26-27 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and boys June 28-29, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more, visit indyeleven.com/ indy-eleven-youth-soccer-camps.

TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 5-8PM Join us to shop locally & tour our brand new model home!

LulaRoe, KEEP Collective, Nerium, World Ventures, Advocare, JewelScent, Wells Fargo, Wig’d Out, Thirty-One ENJOY FREE FOOD & VINO MOBILE BAR BRING YOUR I.D. AND A FRIEND!

Located North of IN-32 on Shady Nook Road in Westfield Contact Greg McKenzie • 317-698-2377 • GregM@Westport-Home.com Certain restrictions may apply. Drawings to be held at later time. Do not need to be present to win. Ask for details.

Imagine your home, totally organized!

Pantries, Laundries, and Hobby Rooms

40%

Plus

Free Installation PLUS TAKE AN EXTRA

of purchase only. Expires July 19,2017

Call for a free in home design consultation and estimate

317-434-3384 Licensed and Insured

TC

7

www.closetsbydesign.com

Follow us:

15%

8

June 20, 2017

COMMUNITY

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

WPD still searching for bicyclist in road-rage assault

By Anna Skinner and Noah Alatza anna@youarecurrent.com

Euser said the cyclist wore a red and white jersey and red and white helmet and had dark hair and dark stubble. She said he was between 5-foot-8 and 6-foot and rode The Westfield Police Dept. is still seeking a dark-colored bike. a bicyclist who allegedly assaulted a womAfter the incident, Euser an late last went to the hospital for a crime month. Police CAT scan and X-rays on her say they were knee. A firefighter drove dispatched to the Carey her car home.

Road and 161st Street WPD encourages motorroundabout for reports of ists and cyclists to not a road-rage incident. When engage and ignore the officers arrived, the subEuser Hollowell person who may be atject had already fled on tempting to create a road rage incident. the bike. At least four witnesses were on “We always ask that bicyclists always the scene, one of which called 911 to report be mindful of the dangers a particular road the incident.

Laura Koehler Euser said she was driving may have,” WPD Capt. Charles Hollowell said. east on 161st Street. As she approached the Euser said she’s never experienced roundabout, a cyclist allegedly veered in a road rage incident but has observed front of her car, forcing her to slam on the cyclists holding up traffic. She said a firebrakes. The rider then allegedly smashed fighter with Westfield out her side mirror be“Motorists and bicyclists Fire Dept. recalled a fore fleeing. cyclist not moving out of When Euser pulled have to abide by the road when the fire over and exited her vethe same road rules. department was on an hicle to view the damage, Share the road emergency call. the biker returned.

“He caught me by “He came back around, and be respectful.” surprise, definitely,” back in my face, screamEuser said. “If they catch the guy, it would ing and yelling obscenities. He grabbed be great. I mean, share the road. Motorists both shoulders, pulled me forward and and bicyclists have to abide by the same then slammed me back against the car and road rules. Share the road and be respectgave me a concussion,” Euser said. ful. There’s just so much anger in today’s Euser’s car door was still open. She fell society. I feel grateful for the people who back into her vehicle, leaving her with a stopped and talked to the police, because sprained knee, a concussion and bruises. in today’s society (people) don’t want to get “I wasn’t able to call 911. I was too foggy. involved.”

It all came pretty quickly,” she said. “I reIf you know who the cyclist might be, member the biker still there and people talking to him, but when he heard sirens he call WPD at 317-804-3200 or remain anonymous by calling 317-262-TIPS. took off east down 161st (Street).”

REMODELERS SINCE 1993

QUALITY PRODUCTS, EXPERT INSTALLATION GUARANTEED!

ADDITIONS PORCHES

317-848-7634 www.centennialremodelers.com

Member Central Indiana

LICENSED BONDED INSURED

June 20, 2017

COMMUNITY

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

WIS unveils new courtyard

By Noah Alatza news@currentinwestfield.com Groups of parents, students and teachers gathered inside Westfield Intermediate School, where administraschools tors dedicated a new courtyard late last month.

“We have been planning this for nine months. Your kids made it what it is,” Mary Robison, a fifth-grade teacher, said during the dedication.

The new courtyard was slated for renovation after students began asking to make a change.

“It started with a brainstorming session, which bloomed into something more,” Robison said. “It is very stunning, even on a rainy day.”

A fifth-grade student even wrote Westfield Washington Schools Supt. Dr. Sherry Grate, urging her to help with the plans for the courtyard. Eventually, Grate and WIS Principal Annette Patchett approved efforts to renovate. Nearly $5,000 was raised for the project, entirely from donations.

A team traveled to Oak Trace Elementary for ideas on how to incorporate a prepossessing representation for the future

Westfield Intermediate School students installed a new courtyard at the school. (Submitted photo)

courtyard before a final blueprint was proposed. Sodexo members moved decaying tables and assisted in removing concrete from around a tree. A steep discount was given to WIS from Westfield-based Sundown Gardens in cooperation with a number of parents and teachers. “(We are) unbelievably gracious for (the) sacrifices of many.” Robison said. “It was all a team effort.”

More than 60 people volunteered to help plant, dig and haul materials to make the courtyard more available for future students.

“Now, a whole class can go outside and learn. It is such a beautiful area,” Robison said.

For more, visit wis.wws.k12.in.us.

%QPEGTV 5GTKGU 7 ANNUAL SUMMER th

EVERY THURSDAY NIGHT IN JUNE & JULY

PRESENTED BY

ONE OF THESE NIGHTS — A TRIBUTE TO THE EAGLES Friday, June 23 FEELING GROOVY— REMEMBERING THE SUMMER OF LOVE Saturday, June 24 Buy now at IndianapolisSymphony.org, call 317.639.4300, or visit your local Kroger.

Save $1 off Adult Single Tickets with your Kroger Plus Card!

Summertime Savings at Summer Trace

Independent Living

15% Off Special*

Call 317.848.2448 for more information.

Meals, housekeeping, and transportation is included.

Second occupant fee is waived.

*Applies to new move-ins only and valid only once per person regardless of stay. Independent Living private pay residents only, based on availability. 15% discount applies to independent living only: 2 bedroom apartments, 1 bedroom apartments or studio apartments rental fee. Second independent living occupant fee waived at time of move-in. Offer valid for 12 month leases signed on or before 08/31/17 Move-in must occur prior to 10/15/17. Offer good for life of the lease. Any subsequent change in rooms shall void discounted pricing (unless solely and unilaterally determined otherwise by Summer Trace Assisted Living) Participation is subject to the facility’s standard financial criteria.

SUPPORTED BY

©2017 HCR ManorCare

9

10

June 20, 2017

COMMUNITY

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

Karen Hymbaugh as a young girl riding a horse on her family’s farm in 1960.

(Submitted photo)

Local woman hopes to bring senior residents to farm for field trips

Meet Karen Hymbaugh

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Karen Hymbaugh has traveled the world through her career with the Center for Disease Control as an epidemiologist. She always knew when she cover story retired she wanted to live on a farm.

That desire led her to purchase a 5-acre property in Westfield she fondly calls Red Wing Farm. She bought it in 2014 and fixed it up before moving in last September.

Hymbaugh plans to do more than simply live out her retirement on the farm. She purchased four miniature Scotland Galloway cows last June and now has six. She plans to put them to a unique use.

Hymbaugh wants her farm to become a field trip destination for residents of assisted-living communities. She got the idea when her friend, Mary Brown, brought her 90-year-old mother, Mary Anne Brown, to the farm.

“I was showing her around,” Hymbaugh said. “She grew up on a farm and we walked into the barn, and when she smelled the manure, you could just see the look on her face as she took a trip down memory lane and started telling me about growing up on a farm.”

During the trip, Mary said a cow came up to the fence and let her mother pet it.

“The cow was pregnant. Mom said the next morning when she woke up she was dreaming about petting a little black calf,” Mary stated in an email to Current. “Mom said most of the residents in her retirement community grew up on farms. She said she thought they would love to visit a farm. It would bring back childhood memories.”

Mary Anne said she felt welcome at the farm when Hymbaugh asked her questions about growing up on a farm.

“Many of the people where I live in St. Joseph Village in Coppell, Texas, grew up on farms like I did, and I know they would enjoy seeing Karen’s place as much as I have,” Mary Anne stated in an email to Current. “I plan to go there again when I go back to visit my daughter. Old people like to remember their youth and to talk about it.”

Hymbaugh said she hasn’t figured out safety requirements yet but is exploring ways to give retirement community residents opportunities to get outside and visit the farm.

“It was just an incredible experience to see (Mary Anne) reliving memories so deep inside her,” Hymbaugh said.

“The sense of smell is the strongest scent we have, and it evokes vivid memories. I thought afterward that we should get more older people out here that used to live on farms so they can relive some of those memories. The more I thought about it, how cool would that be to bring older

Karen Hymbaugh owns cows on her farm and plans to use them for assisted-living facility field trips. (Photos by Sadie Hunter)

people out for a field trip for a day, and sit around with iced tea, smell the smells and tell stories, especially those that grew up on farms.”

Hymbaugh’s next steps are reaching out to local assisted-living centers to list her farm as a possible field trip destination.

Throughout her career, Hymbaugh visited 50 countries, lived in India for five years, owned a camel and more. For the majority of the time, she worked on eradicating polio and other vaccine-preventable diseases. Most recently, she was the branch chief for disease surveillance in Tanzania.

“I feel like there’s a part of me that wants to give something back because I’ve had such incredible opportunities, but all my life I’ve wanted to go back and live on a farm again,” she said.

Personal: Recently purchased a 5-acre property in Westfield, fixed it up and now has farm animals.

She has her pilot’s license, has jumped out of an airplane more than 2,000 times and previously was a skydive instructor. “Now all I want to do is have a little farm,” she said.

Why Westfield? Hymbaugh grew up on a farm in Hopedale, Ill. until she was 7 years old in 1960 then visited her grandfather’s farm weekly until 1962. Lived in Indiana in the 1970s and returned after serving in the Peace Corps. Left when she began traveling for the CDC. Her skydiving friends and best friend live in Westfield. Also decided on Westfield because the comprehensive plan for the city called for responsible development in the area. Made offers on three different homesteads prior to purchasing Red Wing Farm.

Farm namesake: Hymbaugh was born and raised on a farm. The one she owns is called Red Wing Farm. The name is derived from memories of her grandfather. Red Wing was a Native American.

Although Hymbaugh isn’t Native American, while she was growing up her family would polka dance to the “Red Wing” song.

Pets: Six miniature Galloway cows, two dogs from Africa, 24 guineas, 19 hens and five roosters.

Phone: 404-923-4132 Website: myredwingfarm.com.

There are six miniature Galloway cows on Karen Hymbaugh’s Westfield farm.

June 20, 2017

VIEWS

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

Not liking the vacation vocation

o b s e r v a tion Finding blind spots

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

Commentary by Terry Anker In any single day, we share thousands of words. We talk them. We type them. We write them. We use these words to communicate, share ideas, and express our needs.

The speaker and the listener are bound to an unwritten contract committed to mutual understanding. The speaker is responsible to form cohesive and complete thoughts, empathetic to how the message is being received and perceived. The listener, for their part, works to ensure that they are asking clarifying questions wherever an understanding gap might exist, and listening intently with a specific goal of receiving the most accurate interpretation of the sender’s message. Over these many thousands of years, we humans have figured out much of how to make this process a successful one. Good.

Yet in our full and rich lives, we have developed more than a bit of shorthand, ever seeking to communicate with less overhead. On smartphones, we use emojis.

With voicemail, some refuse to listen, asking instead for a text from callers. With traditional U.S. mail, many have called it too cumbersome to have much of a future. Even our own brains will fill in words from a sentence where they do not exist. In editing oneself, draft after draft will omit words.

Sentences are nonsensical, but our mind fills in, deceiving us that it all makes sense.

It isn’t until a new, objective reader finds the error that our own perception allows us to see the folly.

If our own understanding of our own thoughts is so strong that it causes us to misperceive the specific words on paper, what else in our lives is not really there – at least as we imagine it to be? How do we find our own blind spots?

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

BEL I EVE I T !

Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In Norflock, Va., spitting on a sea gull is not tolerated.

Source: dumblaws.com

11

Frontal lobe, environment control disorganization Commentary by Cynthia Stafford Battling with a disorganized child is frustrating. Controlled by the brain’s frontal lobe, the abilparenting ity to be organized depends on executive function, the set of mental skills that helps you get things done. Harvard University’s Center on the Developing Child points out children aren’t born with these mental skills, but they are born with the potential to develop them. If children are not exposed to orderliness in their environments and their relationships with adults, they may not develop abilities to properly plan or self-regulate, and may become disorganized.

Executive function develops over time in typical children, according to Michael Delman, founder of Beyond BookSmart, an executive-function coaching company. Since organizational skills develop throughout childhood, parents of younger kids can strengthen these skills by making expectations clear and supporting good habits, like putting toys away or keeping backpacks neat. When teaching their child to be organized, parents can break tasks down into very small steps and pay attention when the child is trying to comply or do things independently. Child Mind

Institute’s Beth Arky encourages parents to notice when a child is successful, then praise them for those successes.

Although messy desks may indicate creative minds, they don’t necessarily mean school success, because organizational skills are directly related to the development of many academic skills. “(O) rganization and planning help students to write down their homework, remember to do it and return it to class the next day. Executive skills such as task initiation, sustained attention and task persistence are necessary for starting and completing long-term projects,” said Dr. Randy Kulman, founder and president of LearningWorks for Kids.

Remember that elementary school teacher who was always telling her students to get organized? Perhaps that teacher needs an award for valor on the battlefield of impulse versus executive function.

Cynthia B. Stafford is a special educator, nonprofit administrator and innovator. She has a B.S. nursing degree from the University of Florida as well as a master’s and Doctor of Education from Ball State University. Dr. Stafford lives with her husband, Steve, in Westfield. Her email is cbstafford2015@gmail.com.–

Summer break is finally here, but for whatever reason, I am struggling to find my groove. Nothing is being humor accomplished, yet I feel like I have no free time. When I mentioned as much to my husband, Doo, he replied, “Stop complaining. You have two months of vacation!” Oh. No. He. Did-ent.

And then I realized, Doo doesn’t get it. He thinks just because I’m not teaching every day that I’m sitting at home on my tush eating bonbons. That I spend my hours reading Nora Roberts and downing pina coladas.

No, all I’ve done is go from being a mom who works full time to one who stays at home. And that means carpooling, cleaning and cooking, not to mention managing four teenagers who seem to think noon is an ideal time to awake. It means finally visiting the dentist and the dermatologist and the always intriguing OB/GYN because I never have time during the school year.

It means calling a roofing guy to evict the little bird family that has been squatting in the wall behind my closet for three months.

It means getting the Wilson six-pack whipped into shape after a long winter and spring of doing absolutely nada.

It also means squashing my desire to shave someone’s eyebrows off for not validating my anxiety and inability to settle into a routine. I have to remind myself that Doo is dealing with his own issues and that to him, a summer break would be a welcome respite. Of course, if he actually understood the job requirements of a stay-at-home mom, particularly one whose children are out of school, he might think differently.

Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.

Want to respond to the columnists or send a letter to the editor?

Email Letters@youarecurrent.com.

12

June 20, 2017

VIEWS

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

ANNOUNCING MONON AND MAIN PRIME OFFICE LOCATION AVAILABLE EARLY 2018

Anthony and Charles Lazzara announced today that 26,000 sq. ft. of office space will become available for occupancy the first quarter of 2018. Located on Main Street in the Arts & Design District, the development is part of the Monon Trail leading to Midtown. The Lazzaras have paid attention to the trends in office workforce environments by creating an engaging workplace for prospective tenants. Features will include: • 200-car attached parking garage with elevator service to each office floor.

• A highly visible West Main Street address.

• Sheltered bike storage in the attached garage.

• On-property chophouse and separate rooftop restaurant.

• Walking distance to a host of amenities in the district.

• On the Monon Greenway.

• Connecting plaza and urban park featuring entertainment and civic events.

The gateway to Midtown in Downtown Carmel, where a host of cultural and civic-sponsored events happen weekly.

For immediate consideration, please contact Charles Lazzara / clazzara@mononandmainllc.com or Anthony Lazzara / aclazzara@gmail.com

Hanging out with ‘Oisk’ Commentary by Dick Wolfsie Last week I had the honor of presenting to Carl Erskine the Heritage Place Award, given to six senior Hoosiers humor for their lifetime service to the Indianapolis community. Carl is a retired banker from Anderson. He also previously pitched for the Brooklyn Dodgers, helping the team win the World Series in l955.

Growing up in New York, I often feigned sleeping with a tiny transistor radio hidden under my pillow. I prayed for another no-hitter by Carl (he had two). If you had told that 9-year-old in l955 that Carl Erskine, affectionately known as “Oisk” among Brooklyn faithful, would one day be his golfing partner, he would have thought you were nuts.

My memory of Oct. 4, 1955, is clear. Even then I knew the majesty of those hallowed words: Seventh game of the World Series. This had traditionally been a time for Dodger fans to prepare for the inevitable.

The Yankees had beaten Da Bums, as they were called, in four previous Series games.

I remember our tiny TV with the rabbitears antenna. The black-and-white picture

was quite fitting, because that game was clearly a battle between the forces of good and evil. I perched myself on our wooden coffee table, after pushing it right up to the television. When the Yankees threatened, I retreated to my room until the peril had passed. I still do that during Pacers and Colts games. When Yankee catcher Elston Howard flailed at the final Dodger pitch, I sprang from my perch on the coffee table and let out a scream. The Wolfsie family embraced in a group hug.

The day after the awards dinner, Carl and I played golf. We talked about his son, Jimmy, who was on his way to bowl at the Special Olympics. Carl talked about his wife, Betty, of 70 years.

“Golf is like marriage,” he said. “I’m not always very good at it, but I want to keep doing it for a long time.”

“Still lots of time for both,” I told my 90-year-old boyhood hero. “You’re going into extra innings.”

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

“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams.

Live the life you have imagined.” - Henry David Thoreau

2017 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL STARTING AT $46,315 STK#L117212 VIN#1LH5612035. Take new retail delivery from dealer stock by 7/5/2017. See dealer for qualifications and complete details. Vehicle shown may have optional equipment not included in payment.

525 David Brown Drive, Westfield, IN 46074 | (317) 896-5561

0% APR financing for 36 months 10 TO CHOOSE FROM COMPLIMENTARY PICK-UP & DELIVERY SERVICE

June 20, 2017

HEALTH

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

Time for men to step up Men often take responsibility to protect and provide for their loved ones. Unfortunately, many men fail prevention to protect themselves when it comes to their own health. Such an approach could lead to devastating health conditions, many of which can be prevented if caught early. As we are in the midst of Men’s Health Month, here are important considerations: What are some of the biggest misconceptions men have about their health?

Something needs to be wrong to seek a visit to the doctor. Preventative care is a key to living a healthy and full life. Some men believe they don’t have time to see the doctor. Many doctors’ offices are now offering extended hours and some even provide telemedicine for appointments.

What preventative screenings should men have and how often?

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the following: • Colon cancer – If you are 50 to 75 years old, get tested. The schedule depends on the type of test used: colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy or fecal

•

•

•

•

•

occult blood testing.

Lung cancer – If you are 55 to 80 years old and are a heavy smoker or a past smoker who quit within the last 15 years, get a low-dose CT scan every year.

Prostate cancer – Talk to your doctor about whether you need a digital rectal exam and a prostate-specific antigen test.

Skin cancer – Talk to your doctor to see if he or she would recommend routine screenings and periodic totalbody examinations.

Abdominal aortic aneurysm – This is a recommended, one-time screening by ultrasound for men ages 65 to 75 years old who have ever smoked.

Hepatitis C – Men born between 1945 and 1965 (between the ages of 52 to 72 years old) should be screened.

Elisabeth Prosser, M.D., is a family medicine physician with St.Vincent and the medical director of the St. Vincent@Work worksite clinics that offer on-site and near-site care for local employers with a strong emphasis on prevention and wellness. She is a guest contributor to Current. For more information, visit stvincent.org/services/wellness-medicine

Why umbilical cord stem cells?

Commentary by Dmitry M. Arbuck, MD Stem cell treatment is not as new as one might think. Actually, the existence of stem cells was hypothesized over science 100 years ago, and scientists and researchers have been actively studying them for more than 30 years. The initial method of harvesting stem cells from human embryos was objectionable for a number of reasons, including the fact that these cells proved more likely to induce cancers, but the science has come a long way since then.

Researchers soon looked for other sources of young and healthy stem cells and found that umbilical cord-derived stem cells do not have these cancer-inducing properties. Approximately two years ago, the use of umbilical-cord-blood stem cells was approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration for clinical application in humans. These cells are thoroughly tested and certified against genetic and infectious diseases. It has been found that umbilical cord stem cells are immune-neutral, that they do not cause rejection after transfusion. In fact, they actually help curb

immune rejection when used on patients following organ transplants.

Stem cells heal injured tissue, repair joints and ligaments and halt development of scar tissue. When sourced from adults, they offer similar results to umbilical cord stem cells, but these adult stem cells are less numerous and less potent.

Stem cells work in many ways. It is widely known that they can build any tissue that needs to be repaired. It is less known that stem cells may revitalize diseased cells around them by donating their inner parts, including mitochondria – the energy organs within the cells. The new mitochondria provide energy and vitality. This allows fractured bones to heal faster, plantar fasciitis pain to go away, torn muscles and ligaments to be restored and joints to be repaired, delaying or altogether avoiding a need for surgery.

For more, visit StemCellsIndy.com.

Dmitry M. Arbuck, MD, is President and Medical Director, Indiana Polyclinic. For more visit, StemCellsIndy.com.

3% TOTAL COMMISION

FOR COMPLETE LISTING SERVICE

SAVE ON STUFF Go to

HowaldHeatingAndAir.com/ Coupons Get great deals for AC services, furnaces, duct cleaning, attic insulation and more!

25% BUYER REBATE LIC# CO51300008

Commentary by Elisabeth Prosser, M.D.

13

WHEN YOU LET LISA FIND YOU A HOUSE

Call today for details: 888.393.9112

Atlantis Realty Group Lisamarie Schmidt

If you are actively working with a Realtor this is not intended to solicit.

14

June 20, 2017

BUSINESS LOCAL

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

Hampton Inn holds grand-opening ceremony

Dispatches From left, Myra Levine, Mary Ake and Westfield City Council President Jim Ake attend the event.

Mayor Andy Cook speaks during the grand opening as city council member Cindy Spoljaric, left, and Barb Cook listen.

On June 7, the Hampton Inn at 17400 Wheeler Rd. held a grand-opening ceremony with raffles, refreshments and speeches. Betsy Rabold, left, pauses with Erin Shockley at the event. (Photos by Anna Skinner)

“Westfield’s Oldest Heating & Cooling Co.” 134th Anniversary Sale e Sav5 $4

1/2

e up

Sav

134th Anniversary Sale

134th Anniversary Sale

134th Anniversary Sale

FREE

FREE

$69.95 Air Conditioner

to

0

$48

PRICE SERVICE CALL

10 Year Warranty on the purchase of a 90% furnace, air conditioner or heat pump

OPINION

or Heat Pump Tune Up

Must present at time of service.

Cannot be combined with any other offer or discount W/ paid repair. Thiele 639-1111. Expires 7/20/17. M-F 8-4

Must present at time of service.

Cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.

Thiele 639-1111. Expires 7/20/17.

Will be honored upon presentation of Competitor Invoice at time of service.

Cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Thiele 639-1111. Expires 7/20/17.

Must present at time of service.

Cannot be combined with any other offer or discount.

Mon-Fri 8am-4pm. Thiele 639-1111. Expires 7/20/17.

New customers only please.

2ND

No Hassle Financing Available!

317-639-1111

WAC

callthiele.com

Local Marsh stores sold to Kroger subsidiary — Several Marsh Supermarkets stores will soon be under new ownership after a bidding process took place June 12. This comes after Marsh’s filing of a voluntary petition for relief under Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection May 11. On June 12, a motion was filed by Marsh in the state of Delaware seeking approval for two bidders to purchase 16 Marsh stores at costs of $16 million and $8 million, respectively.

Topvalco, Inc., a subsidiary of Kroger, will assume contracts for the leases of 11 Marsh stores, including the two Zionsville Marsh stores, at 10679 N. Michigan Rd. and 5 Boone Village, and the Fishers Marsh store, at 12520 E. 116th St. The second successful bidder was Generative Growth II, LLC, which will assume leasing contracts for 15 stores in Ohio and Indiana. Two Carmel stores are closing at 4755 E. 126th St. and 2140 E. 116th St. HCLA applications — The Hamilton County Leadership Academy is accepting applications for the 2017-18 class. HCLA is a leadership program that identifies and prepares informed leaders for our community. The program is open to Hamilton County residents or those with business or civic activities within the community. Applications are due June 30. The application may be found online at HCLA.net/application.

New program director appointed — Executive Director Dr. Jack Powell has announced the appointment of Shannon Besore as Stewards of Children Program Coordinator. Besore brings several years of administrative experience in the nonprofit sector, having served at Brooke’s Place as a grief facilitator and WEDO Charity Auctions Besore as a Regional Account Manager and Event Producer.

Credit card scam — Criminals already have their hands on millions of credit card numbers they can’t use because they need the security code on the back of your card. So they call pretending to be from the issuer.

They claim there is suspicious activity on your card and tell you the account number.

Then they ask you to verify the security code. It sounds legit because they already know your number. Don’t fall for this scam.

Instead, hang up and call the 800 number on your card to see if it was a legitimate call.

Source: BottomLinePersonal.com

June 20, 2017

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

15

www.currentnightandday.com

Q&A with a tenderloin master chef editorial@youarecurrent.com

Breaded tenderloin from Sahm’s Restaurant and Bar in Fishers. (Submitted photo)

Tenderloin Tuesdays set to begin June 27

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Indiana is famous for its pork tenderloins. Hamilton County decided to emphasize that fame with Tenderloin food Tuesdays.

“Tenderloin Tuesdays started eight years ago when local restaurants indicated Tuesdays in July as their slow period,” said Whitney Riggs, communications coordinator from Hamilton County Tourism. “The tenderloin was not only something the restaurants had in common, but something that is unique to our state. There’s always a great debate on social media about who has the best tenderloin in Hamilton County. People are very passionate about it.”

From June 27 to July 25, restaurants are offering discounts on their tenderloins. Riggs said it is typically $1 to $2 off while some offer buy one, get second one for 50 percent off. Others offer free dessert or beverage with a tenderloin purchase.

Riggs said Hamilton County Tourism has formed a partnership with Vardagan, a Fishers T-shirt store, to create a custom-designed shirt for restaurants to buy, sell or use during the promotion.

HCT is partnering with Q95 (WFBQ radio station) for a second time and will host a

lunch on-site at Dooley O’Toole’s in Carmel July 11. Dooley’s and HCT will give away 95 tenderloin sandwiches. It is limited to the first 95 people with one voucher per guest, Riggs said.

The Tenderloin Trail includes almost double the amount of restaurants as Tenderloin Tuesdays. However, not all the restaurants on the Trail offer deals and participate in the Tuesday discounts.

Where to get a tenderloin Carmel: Divvy, Dooley O’Toole’s, Upland Brewing Company/The Carmel Tap House, Woody’s Library Restaurant, The Pint Room, Muldoon’s and Stacked Pickle, both Carmel locations.

Fishers: Nickel Plate Bar & Grill, C.R. Heroes Family Pub, Four Day Ray Brewing, Pinheads, Sahm’s Restaurant and Bar, Stacked Pickle.

Noblesville: Barley’s Island Brewing Company, Caplinger’s Fresh Catch North, Courtney’s Kitchen, Rosie’s Place, Copper Still Kitchen and Bar, Ginger’s Café and The Hamilton Restaurant Westfield: Erika’s Place, Stacked Pickle.

Cicero: Erika’s Place.

Atlanta: Combine Café For more, visit TenderloinTrail.com.

Upland Carmel Executive Chef Scott Dougherty of Carmel is one of those that will be making food tenderloins this summer.

How long have you worked at Upland Carmel?

I have worked for Upland Brewing Company Dougherty for seven years. I moved up to Carmel from Bloomington to help open the Upland Carmel Tap House four years ago.

What sets your tenderloin apart from the rest?

Our tenderloin is butchered and pounded from whole pork loins in-house. We then hand-bread them with Japanese bread crumbs.

Which Upland beer pairs well with your tenderloin?

I would recommend our lighter beers, Campside or Champagne Velvet. Our Dragonfly IPA would also be good if you like your beer on the hoppy side.

What toppings do you put on your tenderloin?

We keep it simple with lettuce, tomato and red onions, and then provide an array of condiments at the table.

What discount is Upland offering for Ten-

The tenderloin sandwich at Upland in Carmel is just one of 25 tenderloins diners can try over the next few weeks. (Submitted photo)

derloin Tuesdays?

Our tenderloin is normally $10 and we will be offering it for $7 on Tenderloin Tuesdays.

What other restaurants in Hamilton County have a tasty tenderloin, and what makes it so good?

Syd’s in Noblesville has a really good tenderloin. It’s beer-battered and delicious.

Why do you think tenderloins are an Indiana staple?

We raise a lot of pigs in this state. It’s one of our biggest exports.

Red Barn Theatre readies for three new season shows editorial@youarecurrent.com The Red Barn Theatre has announced its lineup for summer theatre shows.

• “Lend me a Tenor,” is running now through June 25.

• “Dinner with Friends,” begins June 28 and runs until July 9, with shows June 28, 29, 30, July 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9.

• “Dirty Rotten Scoundrels,” is a musical comedy running from July 13-23 with shows July 13, 14, 15, 16 and 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23.

For more, visit redbarntheatre.net.

The Red Barn Theatre is at 2101 East County Rd. 150 S., Frankfort. (Submitted photo)

16

June 20, 2017

NIGHT & DAY

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

JUNE 23 - JULY 2, 2017

Where’s Amy?

EVAN GOLDMAN IS ABOUT TO TURN THIRTEEN, AND HE CAN’T WAIT.

Amy Pauszek is a photographer, film producer and scouting and casting associate for Talent Fusion Agency in Indianapolis. She can be reached at Amy@youarecurrent.com.

To see more of her photos, visit currentnightandday.com.

Snapshot: Zoobilation 2017

WHAT COULD GO WRONG? COOL KIDS, NERDS, JOCKS, CHEERLEADERS, FIRST KISSES AND HEARTBREAK pg-13; some adult material

Adults: $18.00 Students, Seniors: $16.00 Friday and Saturday: 7:30 pm Sunday: 2:30 pm Carmel Community Playhouse at Clay Terrace 14299 Clay Terrace Blvd Suite 140 - Carmel

DON’T FORGET! Those 21 and over can buy BEER and WINE at our shows!

FOR TICKETS: www.carmelplayers.org or call 317.815.9387

in concert

The

Where’s Amy hit the orange carpet for the Indianapolis Zoo’s 2017 Zoobilation. To see more photos, visit currentnightandday.com. Pictured, Chad and Erin Rader (Westfield). (Photos by Amy Pauszek)

wit h nature!

Flying Toasters June 23

theflyingtoasters.com Ryan and Amy Wright (Indianapolis).

coming up:

Polkaboy July 14

My Yellow Rickshaw July 21

Cool Creek Park, 2000 East 151st Street, Carmel/Westfield Friday evenings at 7:00pm Gates open at 6:00pm Adults: $5 12 & Under: Free Season Pass: $20 317-770-4400

1967

Celebrating

W

W

E

E

S

S

T

T

F

F

I

I

E

E

L

L

D

www.callcarpenter.com/westfield

2017

50 Years of

Fun!

D

Title

Sponsor

myhamiltoncountyparks.com

From left, Fox 59’s Britt Baker (Geist) with CBS4’s Rachel Bogle (Geist).

INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION FOR YOUNG ARTISTS JUNE 27 – JULY 1, 2017 BLACK BOX THEATER • PALLADIUM

All events are open to general public.

June 27-30 – Semifinals, Private lessons 9am-9pm June 27 - Concert Duo Petrof – 7pm June 28 - Lecture In Search of Sound – 7pm June 28 - July 1 - Finals 9am-4:30pm July 1 – Awards 6:30pm; Winners Concert 7:30pm (Special Performances by International Jurors)

Buy Tickets at www.TheCenterForThePerformingArts.org www.CarmelKlavier.com

June 20, 2017

INSIDE & OUT

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

17

Blueprint for Improvement: Base-level master bath turned custom Commentary by Larry Greene

After solutions:

Before Background Info: This base-level master bathroom in Carmel’s Avian Glen neighborhood was in need of many design updates.

The owners wanted to customize it to their functional needs using quality cost-effective materials.

After

Before problems:

The goal was to design a customized master bath with a larger shower and added storage.

1. The larger shower footprint was accomplished by removing the large tub. The existing window was replaced with a frosted, vinyl fixed window to allow daylight in while keeping the shower private from the exterior of the home.

2. The shower included dual showerheads, a recessed niche in the half wall to store products, and a sliced pebble accent tile for the shower floor.

3. The vanity was replaced with wood-grain cabinets that maximized storage with tower cabinets. Additional storage was created with built-in utility cabinets where the old shower used to be.

4. The natural-looking materials and additional lighting make the bathroom visually inviting to the couple. Now they have a fully functional bathroom when their kids’ bath is remodeled in the future!

Larry Greene is the owner of Case Design/ Remodeling. You may email him at lgreene@ caseindy.com. To see more before-and-after pictures of this project, visit caseindy.com/ blog.

The existing layout was not functioning well for the owners. The large, unused tub existed as a glorified dust-collector, and there was a lack of storage.

T&H

SWEEPER

COMPANY

SINCE 1965

TRADE IN YOUR OLD VACUUM & SAVE!

FREE BUY2 PACKS OF SWEEPER BAGS OR BELTS

GET 1 FREE Expires 7/11/17

SERVICE SPECIAL

WAXING • FACIALS • MASSAGE May 1 - August 31 15% Off ALL Services & Image Skincare Travel Kits

Veteran Owned & Operated ONLINE BOOKING AVAILABLE! 17409 Wheeler Rd., Suite 106, Westfield, IN | www.spathirty2.com | 317-399-7108 Monday: 12pm–6pm • Tuesday: 10am–6pm • Wednesday: 10am–7pm • Thursday: 9am–7pm Friday: 9am–6pm • Saturday: 9am–5pm • Sunday: 9am–4pm

$19.95

(With coupon. Parts not included.

Specialty vacuums not included) Regular $29.95 Expires 7/11/17

new vacuums • vacuum parts • new shampooers • shampooer parts vacuum bags • filters • belts • shampooer rental • central vac installation vacuum & shampooer repair • warranty center

WESTFIELD CROSSING | 3156E. SR32 WESTFIELD, IN 317.804.7770 | WWW.THSWEEPER.COM MONDAY - SATURDAY 9:30AM - 6PM

18

June 20, 2017

LIFESTYLE

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

style & home

$5 OFF

your next purchase of $35 or more.

Valid thru 7/3/17. Not valid with other offers.

715 E. Carmel Drive, Carmel, IN 46032 317.573.4400 • AmandasExchange.com

ONE OF THOSE DAYS? HELP IS JUST AROUND THE CORNER.

FREE IN-SHOP DIAGNOSIS UP TO $60 VALUE!

SCAN FOR SPECIAL OFFER!

317.867.0900

CALL ON US AT ANY TIME FOR SERVICES INCLUDING: Hardware Troubleshooting Software Troubleshooting Internet/Email Setup and Assistance Networking Wired & Wireless Application Setup and Support Regular Computer Maintenance Virus Protection & Removal Internet Security Troubleshooting Remote Access & Diagnostics Managed I/T Service Plans Residential and Business Services PC and Mac Service and Sales

WE ARE YOUR APPLE SUPPORT EXPERTS!

950 N. Rangeline Rd., Ste. D, Carmel, IN 46032 • (317) 867-0900 • www.ctcarmel.com • M-Th 9:00-6:00, Fri 9:00-5:00 and weekends by Appt.

BOOK YOUR SUMMER PROJECT

BY THE 4TH OF JULY AND GET

20% OFF!

Min. Project of $1,500 to qualify for discount*

Stop by our showroom, or call for a free design consultation.

(317) 443-6514

7998 Centerpoint Drive, Suite 750 Indianapolis, IN 46256 Landscape | Outdoor Living | Golf Greens www.primelineoutdoorliving.com

Remains of Serjilla, Syria. (Photo by Don Knebel)

Syria’s Dead Cities Commentary by Don Knebel Long-deserted towns were once among Syria’s most popular tourist destinations.

Tragically, Syria’s ongoing civil war is causing some of these ghost towns travel to be repopulated.

In the first century, people began building towns on the fertile western end of the Aleppo plateau in what is now northwestern Syria, taking advantage of the area’s location along the trading route between Anatolia and the East. Eventually, approximately 700 towns lay along a strip approximately 90 miles long, prospering by exchanging wheat, olive oil and wine for silver and gold. In the seventh century, the area came under the control of the Umayyad Caliphate, which changed the trade routes.

The residents, their commercial opportunities eliminated, abandoned their towns and moved to the cities. Surprisingly, many of the buildings have survived more or less intact, creating an eerie impression of rural life at the height of the Byzantine Empire. In 2011, 40 abandoned villages were designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site named the

“Ancient Villages of Northern Syria.”

Serjilla, about 60 miles southwest of Aleppo, is among the best preserved of the so-called “Dead Cities.” Founded as a Christian town in 473 A.D., Serjilla includes the ruins of an ancient church. A few hundred feet from the church are a still-standing, two-story villa and the remains of a stone building containing an ancient olive press.

Much better preserved are a large public bathhouse and a nearby meeting hall. Close by, in the abandoned town of al Bara, are two extraordinary pyramid-shaped tombs, the larger one encompassing five stone sarcophagi with Christian markings.

As Syrians have fled the fighting and bombings in Aleppo and other cities, thousands have sought refuge in the Dead Cities, some living in the tombs and others living in camps among the ruins. In Syria’s Dead Cities, life goes on.

Don Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. For the full column visit donknebel.com. You may contact him at news@currentzionsville.com.

Dispatches Grilling corn – It’s almost that time of the summer when fresh picked Indiana sweet corn is at its best. If you haven’t tried grilling corn, here’s how to do it.

First, pull the husks down around the base of the corn, but leave attached. Remove silks and soak the corn for 15 minutes in cold water. Pull the husks back up and place on the grill. Cook at about 350 degrees for 10-20 minutes, turning several times during the process.

Source: Naturalon.com

Laundry tips – You probably already sort your laundry by color, but did you know you should also sort it by fabric type?

Don’t mix towels in with synthetic clothing (especially stretchy workout garb) because you may end up with serious pilling. The same goes for washing fleece jackets with anything else. Use less detergent. Too much detergent produces excess suds that actually trap dirt. Try using about half your normal amount.

Source: SuperCompressor.com

June 20, 2017

LIFESTYLE

Across 1. Crooked Stick fairway chunk 6. Carve in Indiana limestone 10. Jenny Craig’s losing proposition 14. Tiny organism (Var.) 15. Westfield HS chorus per-

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

formance for one 16. Fishers Elementary School division word 17. Sharply hit ball at Victory Field 18. Hamilton County Court jury member 19. Gnuisance 20. Circle City jewelry

items?

23. “Sun� in an HSE Spanish class 24. ___ Speedwagon 25. IND watchdog 28. Zionsville ave. crossers 31. Partner of void 34. Murat Theatre concert souvenir, often

presented by

Cultural Journey

Cultural Journey

Join the Journey - August 17-20 Heartland Film YKNN HGCVWTG VJG EWNVWTG QH +PFKC KPENWUKXG QH HÂżKNOU GPVGTVCKPOGPV HQQF OWUKE CPF EQUVWOGU QXGT HQWT KPURKTKPI FC[U CV VJG +PFKCPC *KUVQTKECN 5QEKGV[

6KEMGVU CPF 5EJGFWNG #XCKNCDNG CV *'#46.#0&(+./ 14)

36. Carmel high schooler 38. Goes kaput 40. “No problem�

41. Circle City ending?

44. Grind, as teeth 45. Andrew Luck’s “glow�

46. Noblesville Chevy dealer 47. Holcomb Observatory shooting star 49. Brawl 51. “Acid�

52. Marian campus map blurb: “You ___ here�

53. Indiana Pest Control target 55. Boilermakers’ top player, briefly 57. Circle City split?

63. West Park picnic pests 66. China setting 67. Prefix for “electric� or “plane�

68. Geist Christian Church prayer pronoun 69. Babcock’s travel agent mate 70. Indian, e.g.

71. Vogue rival 72. Hissy fit 73. Moby Dick, for one Down 1. “The Judgement of Paris� painter at IMA 2. Poker declaration 3. Sell 4. Follows orders from the IMPD 5. Big game fish 6. Colts game channel, sometimes 7. Pigeon-___ 8. Chris Wright weather

forecast 9. Pacer foe 10. Excavates a Peabody Coal mine 11. Brown County B&B 12. Butler frat letter 13. Youngster 21. Get away from 22. Indianapolis Opera work

by Puccini 25. Ornamental top 26. Passions 27. Made up (for) 28. Mark of shame 29. Two fivers 30. Anesthetize 32. Old Italian coin 33. Indianapolis Zoo primate 35. Biblical verb 37. Where ANTM means Anthem

19

39. iPhone voice 42. Oberer’s rose sticker 43. A Judd 48. Indiana State Police speed guns 50. WTHR offering 54. Heavyweight champ who did time in Indiana 56. IU course featuring Freud 57. “Aha!�

58. Spanish ayes 59. Mud Creek Players list 60. “I had no ___!�

61. Face-to-face exam at IUPUI 62. All’s opposite 63. Had a wrap at Woody’s 64. Blue Jackets’ org.

65. Lilly business card abbr.

Answers on Page 23

20

June 20, 2017

Current in Westfield

Sign up for the game changer and receive ONE MONTH FREE

www.currentinwestfield.com

See website for details

Learn It. Earn It. Own it.

1 on 1 Intensive Personal Training Nutrition, Strength-Training, Cardio and Flexibility.

Learn what it takes to get it off and keep it off!

FBFITNESS.COM • 317.250.4848

3C Plumbing Inc. Cy Clayton Cadwalader

REPAIRS.

REASONABLY PRICED. RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING

- water heaters - sump pumps - garbage disposals - bath & kitchen faucets - water softeners -

cy@3CPlumbing.com

Get your card in front of 126,095 households!

Call Dennis O’Malia @ 317.370.0749 for details

HANDYMAN SERVICES CHIP TRAIN REMODELING KITCHENS • BATHROOMS • BASEMENTS

317.850.5114

16 years experience Free home inspection Guaranteed work/referrals Lic. # PC1Q701074

Remodeling Carmel and Zionsville since 1992 Licensed • Bonded • Insured Chip Train 317-258-2650 • chiptrain@msn.com

Licensed, insured & bonded • Kitchen/Bath Remodeling • Custom Decks • Finished Basements • Ceramic Tile • Wood Floors • Doors & Windows • Interior & Exterior Painting • Drywall • Plumbing & Electrical

Gary D. Simpson Office: 317-660-5494 Cell: 317-703-9575 Free Estimates & Satisfaction Guaranteed

• Roofing and Siding • Room Additions • Power Washing • Decorative & Regular Concrete • Handyman Services

simpsonconstructionservices.com

“JEFF” OF ALL TRADES • PLUMBING • ELECTRICAL • TILING, CARPENTRY & MORE! TURN YOUR ‘TO DO’ LIST INTO A ‘TO DONE’ LIST

HANDYMAN SERVICES, LLC.

FREE ESTIMATES

317-797-8181

www.jeffofalltrades.net - Insured & Bonded

$35 OFF

Any job of $250 or more “JEFF” OF ALL TRADES 317-797-8181 Coupon must be presented at time of estimate.

Not valid with other offers or prior purchases.

Offer expires 6/30/17.

WALLA PAINTING

Small Local Business - Servicing Hamilton County 2010-2016 Angie’s List Service Award Winner Fully Insured and Bonded - FREE ESTIMATES Discounts on high quality paints • Interior / Exterior • Full prep • Walls, Ceilings, Trim • Decks, Fences, Cabinets

Insurance Specialist ROSE ROOFING Storm Damage

ROOFING • SIDING • WINDOWS

Since 1993

$150-175 for most rooms 2 coats & patching on walls

LICENSED BONDED INSURED

wallapainting.com 317.656.7045

848-7634

www.centennialremodelers.com

Member Central Indiana

HERE FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY Protect Your Assets For Your Children and Grandchildren

• Estate Planning & Reviews • Power of Attorney • Health Care • Wills Directives • Trusts • Living Wills • Pet Trusts

Law Office of

Wesley N. Hoppenrath

3501 Westfield Rd, Suite 101 • Westfield IN (317) 913-2828 info@hoppenrathlaw.com • www.hoppenrathlaw.com

Member of the Indiana and Indianapolis Bar Associations

The Bonwell Tanner Group

Annie Greenberg Schweiger REALTOR/Broker

Commercial/Residential Gutter Cleaning • Pressure Washing Fully Insured • Free Estimates

10% off Gutter, Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing (Offer expires 6-30-17)

(317) 645-8373 • www.TopShineWindowCleaning.com

317.222.1304 Office 317.361.6333 Annie Cell Annie@BuyWithBTG.com 230 N Rangeline Road Carmel, IN 46032 www.BuyWithBTG.com

TREE SERVICE • BOBCAT SERVICE WE DO IT ALL! CALL 317-986-4548 TODAY FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATE! • FULLY INSURED •

FINE BATHROOMS Complete Bathroom Remodeling -Ceramic and Porcelain Tile Installations -Custom Showers -Leak and Mold Solutions -Low Maintenance Choices

June 20, 2017

Protect what matters most.

Home | Life | Auto | Business

Anderson Construction Services Learn more at:

Collecting dust since 2005

317-430-7684

Call now for $20 off your first cleaning!

Es

Insured & Bonded

Termite, Mosquito and Rodent Control Ants, Fleas, Bees, Bed Bugs and other Insect Pests WDI Inspections O: 317.247.9177 • M: 317.332.5556 msalt12@aol.com • speedwaytermiteandpestcontrol.com

www.ductznoblesville.com • 317.773.9831

Classifieds

Services

Services

Services

Services

C&H TREE SERVICE

LAWN CARE & LANDSCAPING Locally owned/operated over 40 YRS * SPRING CLEAN UP * MULCH * MOWING * FERTILIZING *TEAR OUT/REPLACE * FREE ESTIMATES CALL 317-491-3491

Will mow yards, trim shrubs, clean out houses, garages, basements, attics, gutters, paint, do odd jobs, demo small buildings, provide personal services.

Fully insured. Text/call Jay 574-398-2135; shidelerjay@gmail.com

Wth recording artist Duke Tumatoe Learn from professional and have fun All levels - in Carmel duke@duketumatoe.com or 317-201-5856

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

Michael.Pettygrove@infb.com

Serving Indianapolis and Surrounding Communities since 1932

VISA, MasterCard acceptedReach 126,095 homes weekly

Topping – Removal Deadwooding – Landscaping Stump Grinding – Gutter Cleaning INSURED -- FREE ESTIMATES Call Steve 317-341-4905 or 317-238-9314

240 East Carmel Drive | Carmel Office: (317) 846-5861 Cell: (317) 506-9239

Speedway Termite & Pest Control, Inc

Clean of Hearts Cleaning Service

eeates Ftrim

Michael Pettygrove, Agent 317.846.5554 shepherdins.com

www.iwantanewbathroom.com

• Residential Cleaning • Move Ins/Move Outs • Quality Service • Satisfaction Guaranteed

Current in Westfield WHEN YOUR LIFE www.currentinwestfield.com CHANGES, YOUR21 INSURANCE SHOULD DO THE SAME.

Nick’s Tree Service AVAILABLE SERVICES

• Tree Removal • Trimming • Stump Grinding • Finish Grading • Bucket Truck Work • Climbing • Lot clearing

CALL TODAY! (317) 524-9100

Guitar Lessons

LAWN CARE PLUS LLC

Available services include Mowing, Mulching, Landscape, Hedge Trimming, Snow Removal 765.620.5000

Guitar Lessons With Baker Scott

Beginners thru Advanced All styles Electric-Acoustic-Bass Private Lessons Parent-Child Lessons near Carey Road & 146th Carmel 317-

910-6990

Pet & House Sitting Service www.pawpatrolindy.com 17 years Experience

317-802-6565 317-432-1627

“The Safe and Reliable Alternative to Boarding” Insured/Bonded Serving Carmel & Westfield

.com

For pricing e-mail your ad to classifieds@youarecurrent.com

NOW OPEN

SUMMER SALE 30% OFF

The Electric Bike Center

622 South Rangeline Rd Suite S Carmel 46032

Direct: 317-506-6902 Message: 317-689-0066 For Sale Brand NEW Queen Pillowtop Mattress and Box Spring set. Still in factory sealed plastic. Never used. ONLY $195.

Del. Avail. Call today 317-480-6463

summer camps

Children’s Montessori Academy EXPLORE | LEARN | GROW Academic Enrichment Camp Ages 4-7 | Limited spots | Carmel Wed-Thur | June 28-July 27 childrensmontessoriacademyindy.com Tel.: 317-697-8460

The Home of Plug and Play RETAIL • REHEARSE • REPAIR Now offering guitar, drum and voice lessons Ask about our HD video services Fully equipped studios, In-ear (“silent”) studio Book Studio A for private parties, CD release events, showcases, recitals, meetings and more!

Come see for yourself why hundreds of bands and performers refine their shows in our studios!

Call Rick Kingston at 317.979.0137 340 Ridgepoint Drive, Carmel 46032 kingstonsmusicshowcase.com

MOBILE SHARPENING & MAINTENANCE Specializing in lawn care, residential and commercial.

Sharpening mower blades, hedge trimmer blades, chain saws, garden tools.

Maintenance, oil changes, filters, grease or lube.

317-937-2803

NOW OPEN

For Sale FOR SALE:

Toyota Camry LE 2005. Mileage=40,000!! In perfect condition. One owner. Sunroof; cruise control; power windows and driver’s seat. Regulation size spare tire. Light metallic blue. Contact 317-344-2688 for appointment to view this fabulous buy. $6,900.

FOR RENT WE HAVE SLASHED THE RENTAL RATES ON OUR 100 YEAR OLD NORTHERN MICHIGAN LAKE COTTAGE. Google: VRBO #1017442

Your classified here email dennis@youarecurrent.com

22

June 20, 2017

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

Auction

Auction

Now Hiring

Now Hiring

Now Hiring

Now Hiring

Part-Time Office Administrator

Insurance / Financial Advisory firm in Carmel is seeking an Office Administrator to work Monday and Tuesday, 8:30 – 5:00, with occasional flexibility to trade days for family and vacation situations.

Now Hiring

Now Hiring

IMMEDIATE OPENING FOR PAINTER

Do you take pride in your skills, and are you reliable without fail? If you don’t, or you’re not, stop reading. If you do and are, Roberts Painting would like to speak with you now. We are a local, family owned business with full-time work for the right candidate. We have been serving fellow Hamilton County residents since 1984. You must have dependable transportation. Compensation is based on experience and is open to discussion. Again, serious inquiries only. Contact Tim (317.847.2704) or Rick (317.847.4780), or e-mail robertspaintingcarmel@gmail.com for immediate consideration. EOE.

We are looking to HIRE YOU If you have a compassionate heart and a nurturing soul, Clarity Care is interested in hiring you.

We provide non-medical, adult in-home care.

We offer: • Flexible schedule - full and part time • Competitive pay - $10-$15 per hour • Night bonus/referral bonus • Employee retirement plan • Custom match care giver to client 317-774-0074 option 5 Apply@claritycaregivers.com I am looking for bright, energetic,responsible, mature,dependable, professional, extremely-responsive individual to work as a personal assistant ...Requirements:- Organization, computer and filling skills.- A little bit of Quick books knowledge- Microsoft Office knowledge- Positive, energeticTransportation...Email resumes to cjtenana@gmail.com

Dental Office

Front Office Receptionist Mon-Fri Full-Time Resume to: dental293@gmail.com

College not for you?

Background or Not in dance! Join the team at Fred Astaire Dance Studio Carmel, Indiana. We will train you in all aspects of the ballroom dance business.

Why Fred Astaire?

We offer a great environment, guaranteed starting salary, great training and opportunities to travel and compete.

Need we say more?

Call Dan at 317-846-3237

Wishes Dance Studio

located at 12810 Ford Drive in Fishers, Indiana is hiring new dance instructors for our pre-school program. Please contact the front desk at 317-435-2541 to schedule an interview.

NOW HIRING

Experienced interior painter.

Pays $15-17/hour. Full-time local work All year, Mon-Fri. Comfortable work environment, consistent hours. Must have good cut-in skills, be clean and organized.

Must have own transportation and tools.

Call Jonathan 317-999-8124. www.wallapainting.com

NOW HIRING

Motivated people who want to join our team. Work outdoors in landscape maintenance and project installations.

Experience helpful but not necessary.

Pay between $12-$18/hr depending on experience.

Call us or email your application: 317.443.6514 abby@primelineoutdoorliving.com

In addition to answering the phone and greeting clients, primary responsibilities are submitting insurance and investment related paperwork to be processed.

After submission, follow-up and tracking are needed. The candidate must \have strong organizational skills, attention to details and be proficient in Microsoft Office. The office administrator is expected to be personable, ethical, resourceful, exercise good judgment and able to work independently. Experience in insurance or investments is not required for the right candidate but would be helpful. Competitive pay and positive working environment. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume by June 23 , 2017 to nfgfrontoffice@gmail.com.

NOW HIRING! Plumbers, Apprentices and Customer Service Reps Growing company with great pay, great benefits, great opportunities!

North Indy location. Contact Sue at 317-363-7773 or accounting@hopeplumbing.com

NOW HIRING

Landscape crew members for mowing/ landscaping. Starting pay $10-14/hr depending on experience, though no experience is required. Full time position with overtime paid at time and a half.

Must be able to lift and carry 60lbs. to qualify for the job. Valid Indiana driver’s license and clean driving record is required. Send resumes to the site or call/ text Darren @ 317-354-5650.

NOW HIRING Waiters/Waitresses Cook Dishwasher OPEN MONDAY-FRIDAY 160 E Carmel Dr. Carmel, IN

Job Fair MANY NEW GREAT OPPORTUNITIES: Full-Time & Part-Time Driving & Full-Time Program Instructor Positions Available Saturday June 24th, 10a-2pm Janus Developmental Services, Inc. 1555 Westfield Road, Noblesville, IN 46062 Bring Your Resume/Apply Online Prepare for an Onsite Interview Apply at: https://janusinc.hirecentric.com/jobsearch/

With over 30 years of experience in the special event industry, Ritz Charles specializes in innovative, upscale and superior event services.

Ritz Charles has a strong presence in the event market. Our multiple culinary teams, service staff and event planners host a variety of on and off premise events year- round.

Our company has the resources to manage large events yet the personal touch of a small caterer.

With our fast paced energetic work environment, we have a need for motivated individuals who can give excellent customer service.

If you are looking to join a company with a dedication to excellent customer service and a friendly atmosphere, Ritz Charles has bartending, banquet server, doorman and set-up positions available.

If you are interested in learning more about our company, please contact Kate Argyris at Kargyris@Ritzcharles.com

Delivery Drivers Wanted at GanserToGo.com We arrange delivery catering orders for full service restaurants. Drivers will be given food at restaurants and deliver it to customers at their homes, offices and special events. Big tip orders! Breakfast, lunch and dinner shifts are available 7 days a week.

• Must be at least 21+ • Smart phone to receive orders • Current auto insurance and good driving record • Reliable vehicle!

Benefits: • Flexible Shifts! -Days, nights, and weekends available.

Full time and part time positions available.

• Paid Bi-weekly! - Drivers get paid hourly plus tips and mileage. Drivers are earning up to $12 to $20 per hour!

• Freedom! - You don't have to sit in an office waiting for orders. Get orders sent to your phone as you move throughout the city.

If you are interested contact us today!

Call us Mon-Fri to schedule an interview 317-815-8900

CARPENTERS NEEDED NOW 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.

Manager Employment Auto detailer wants/needs working manager to help scale: Mobile Express Vehicle Cleaning Business Requirements: *Excellent driving record/Drug test *Verifiable past experience a must *Able to manage/run business *Should be comfortable to upsell service(s) Compensation: Ten ($10) hour to start Unit count Commission Possible profit-sharing (Full-time Employees) Send info to: dan@dansdetail.info

June 20, 2017

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

AA

If you want to drink, that’s your business.

If you want to stop, that’s our business.

Call Alcoholics Anonymous (317) 632-7864 www.indyaa.org

23

LAWN SPRINKLER SERVICES

NEW CUSTOMER DISCOUNT

$25 OFF

ANY IRRIGATION SERVICE

877-349-INDY (toll free)

$1,695/month • 3 bed, 2.5 bath • Fully fenced backyard!

5860 E. 126th St., Carmel, 46033

138 West Carmel Drive Carmel, IN 46032 317-848-1588 • www.amrelo.com

2017 puzzle Answers

Monday, July 3rd & Tuesday, July 4th

CarmelFest.net

CarmelFest SPONSORED IN PART BY:

Answers to HOOSIER HODGEPODGE: Movies: BAYWATCH, DUNKIRK, SNATCHED, THE HOUSE, THE MUMMY, WONDER WOMAN; Words: CABOOSE, CONDUCTOR, ENGINE, RAIL, WHISTLE; Nicknames: BULLDOGS, IRISH, HOOSIERS, SYCAMORES; Roosevelts: ELEANOR, FRANKLIN, TEDDY; Crops: CORN, SOYBEANS; Month: AUGUST

@CarmelFestNews

24

June 20, 2017

Current in Westfield

www.currentinwestfield.com

IS SOMEONE TRYING TO TELL YOU SOMETHING? If you’re overweight, smoke or have a family history of heart disease, a $49 heart scan from the leading heart and vascular experts in Indiana isn’t just simple and convenient, it might save your life.

Avon | Carmel | Indianapolis | Lafayette | Muncie | Fishers | Tipton

©2017 IU Health