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New textured and colored columns and lights were added to indoor soccer facility plans at Grand Park after negative feedback was given on the original design.

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Soccer facility plans get rebooted

By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com After hearing comments from the Westfield City Council and at the city’s advisory plan commission public hearing about its pedestrian look, the proposed indoor soccer facility at Grand Development Park plans received a facelift.

Economic Development Director Matt Skelton said the $24 million indoor soccer facility proposed by Holladay Properties made architectural changes and added plantings to its landscaping plan.

Major changes from the original proposal were corner and column bump outs which will be a different color and texture. While the bump outs will remain as steel panels, officials said they will be powder coated with a stone-type feel.

“It adds another color to the façade,” Skelton said.

Light fixtures were added to each of the columns and will surround the 372,000-square-foot facility.

“I’ve been to several meetings with the petitioner trying to get a better look for this building. It’s not a Lucas Oil Stadium, we don’t have $700 million to con-

struct it. I am very happy with what we have,” said Steve Hoover, APC member and city councilor. “The column look breaks up that roof line and adding lights are a significant thing. I feel like they are major improvements over where we were two weeks ago.”

“They are fairly simple changes but make more than a simple change in looks,” APC president Ken Kingshill said.

The building will have three full-size professional soccer fields that can be used for recreational play and competitive play for all field sports. The building will also have office space, locker rooms, meeting rooms and a restaurant focused on family dining. It will be built between Parking Lot C and 191st Street.

Craig Wood, who lives in the 100 block of E. 191st St., is a neighbor to the proposed location and shared the commission’s enthusiasm about the project.

“I’m glad to see the changes and modifications,’ he said. “It reduces the industrial appearance. I think about what’s going on inside and that’s wonderful. I have no problem with it.”

Elsewhere in council news:

What happened: Plan review of Fresh Thyme Farmers Market What it means: Lauth Group, Inc. is requesting development and site plan review of a 29,000-square-foot building on approximately 3 acres in the Bridgewater Center. The vacant land will be turned into a Fresh Thyme Farmers Market at 3400 E. 146th St. with 112 parking spaces.

What’s next? The plan was sent to the city council with a unanimous favorable recommendation.

What happened: Plan review of the Shoppes at Grand Park Village

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What it means: Greenwalt Corporation by Weihe Engineers is planning to construct two 22,000-sqaure-foot commercial buildings on approximately 3.19 acres in Grand Park Village, the southeast corner of 186th Street and Grand Park Boulevard. The two-story building will be designed to contain restaurants and commercial businesses. The overall layout includes a Cape-Cod design with a clock tower and exterior boardwalk. Grand Park Village is planned as an integrated development which will comprise approximately 220 acres including a 20-acre lake. Other amenities include a boardwalk, beach, restaurants, retail, office, medical, lodging, entertainment and residential.

What’s next?

The plan was sent to the city council with a unanimous favorable recommendation.

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Westfield Mayor Andy Cook and other Central Indiana leaders make the IndyGo transit announcement of the Red Line on Sept.

17. (Submitted photo) Transit plans make Indy travel easierMayor Andy Cook joined Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard and other elected officials on Sept. 16 for an announcement about the future development of regional mass transit.

Rep. André Carson (IN-7) recently announced Central Indiana had received a $2 million TIGER grant. The grant will be used to assist IndyGo and the City of Indianapolis with the next phases of development, environmental analysis and preliminary engineering for the city’s Red Line, which is proposed to run from Westfield’s Grand Park through downtown Indianapolis to Old Town Greenwood.

“As the City of Westfield continues to grow, important projects such as the Red Line will provide our residents with increased access to transportation, and allow our community to engage in regional economic development in ways we have not yet realized,” Cook said. “We are excited to be partners in this transit initiative.” TIGER grants began in 2009 to help cities invest in road, rail, transit and port projects that promise to achieve national objectives. For more information, visit www.dot.gov/tiger.

Fireside Tales returns – The Westfield Washington Public Library and City of Westfield are partnering to host the fifth annual Fireside Tales, a free, themed story time program at the Council Circle Fire Pit at Simon Moon Park, 2710 171st St. Fireside Tales will take place at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 24 and Oct. 15 and 29 and is a free family activity that features stories, songs, rhymes, an art activity, and of course, s’mores. The library’s Vicki Parker will be reading the tales around the campfire. The theme for Sept. 18 is “Little Creatures.”

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Tania Castroverde Moskalenko, president/ CEO at the Center for the Performing Arts, announced on Sept. 14 the appointment of Diane Syrcle as vice president of development. Syrcle, of Portland, Ore., will assume her duties Oct. 13. To read more, visit www. currentinwestfield.com.

Columnist Miek Redmond writes that the decline in cereal sales is just another way to mark the passage of time for Baby Boomers. For him, cereal was one of the main food groups (along with bologna, Velveeta and Wonder bread). And while he can understand the latter three falling out of favor, it’s kind of sad for him to see cereal declining. To read more, visit www.currentinwestfield.com.

Tom Killin has tried, and tried and tried to see Willie Nelson perform live and on Sept. 15 he was finally able to cross the item off his bucket list. Killin shares his thoughts about the 81-year-old music icon’s concert at the Palladium.

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Burtron raises more awareness

By Robert Herrington robert@youarecurrent.com Westfield Deputy Mayor Todd Burtron is the latest official to take part in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge, but Charity Burtron used his opportunity to highlight another nonprofit, Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Burtron said his son is a Type I Diabetic and was diagnosed three years ago. Burtron was doused with a cooler of ice water on Sept. 12

by Mayor Andy Cook, who participated in the challenge last month. Burtron was challenged

by Carey Lykins, president and CEO of Citizens Energy Group.

He elected to not challenge any others. “I won’t put anyone through this torture,” said Burtron. “I will challenge anyone to go to the websites and donate to these two causes.”

For more information on ALS, visit www.mda.org. For more information on juvenile diabetes, visit http://jdrf.org.

Mayor Andy Cook dumps a cooler of ice water on deputy mayor Todd Burtron at Grand Park Sports Campus on Sept. 12. (Photo by Robert Herrington)

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Police Chief Joel Rush served as honorary coach to Westfield Middle School seventh-grade players on Sept. 11. (Submitted photo)

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playing football in life.” Rush discussed his history as to when he played football in middle school up to his current role as police chief.

On the field, the Shamrocks won 14-13 in a close game. Dalton said Shane Bola had the game-winning interception in the fourth quarter and Jacob Riddle kicked two very important PATs to seal the win. The victory moved Westfield to 4-0 on the season.

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Urban planning a new career choice Commentary by Jennifer Miller

ate degree in urban planning. With another degree under my belt and relocating from Michigan to Indiana for my husband’s job; I started out on As the assistant director in the Westfield Ecoa new career path and I have never looked back. nomic and Community Development Dept., I am I have since worked for Westfield in the ecohonored to be chosen by the administration as nomic and community development the exemplary city employee department for eight years. I have been city for the 2014 Lantern Awards. honored to watch the community grow Interestingly, I never and develop into what it is today, and started out envisioning a world of urban I’m lucky enough to be able to help plan planning. My first career choice was as for the future of Westfield. a GIS professional. While my a career Westfield is a unique community with in GIS was an enjoyable job, I wanted an amazing opportunity. Planning areas something different, something more. I Miller for development, such as Grand Park happened to work next to the planning and Grand Junction, is something most planners office and over time learned that community dream about being part of. Being honored with development was what I wanted to be a part of; this award for doing a job I love, is just another and that was where I could make a difference. I reminder of why I chose to be a part of Westfield. decided to go back to school and get my graduOfficials are crediting a neighbor’s quick action and call for help in minimizing the fire damage to a Westfield condominium unit on Sept. 15. Westfield Fire Chief Joe Lyons said a lightning strike was reported at 1354 Middlebury Dr. at 1:50 p.m. Fire crews from Westfield arrived to find flames coming from the roof.

Lyons said the incident was quickly escalated to a second alarm as a result of the size of the structure, which was a two-story building with four condominium units. Firefighting crews from Carmel and Noblesville assisted in containing the fire. “Due to an aggressive attack from all crews the damage was limited to the one unit. Other occupants were temporarily displaced due to the utilities being shut off,” Lyons stated. There were no injuries and the occupant of the unit involved was not home at the time. Lyons said the cause of the fire was determined to be a lightning strike. (Submitted photo)

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By Melissa Hicks Meet Alison Dodd, a project management advisor at Eli Lilly, wife and mother. She has been a Westfield resident for 19 years.

What is the last good book you’ve read?

“One good book I’ve read recently was ‘The Eighty–Dollar Champion.’ It’s an old book but it about this horse that this man rescues from the slaughterhouse and he turns it into this open jumper champion. It was based on a true story and it had a lot of history woven into it.”

If you could travel anywhere, where would it be and why?

“New Zealand. I’m fascinated by the landscape and the culture. It’s just a place I’ve always wanted to go to.”

What is something nobody knows about you?

“I danced with Woody Harrelson once.”

What do you do in your spare time?

“Ride horses, spend time with my daughter and take care of the animals.”

Do you have a pet?

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What do you like most about your community?

“I like the fact that it’s a heathy balance of country living with close proximity to retail and grocery stores. Access to things you need are pretty convenient, but in short order you can get out and be in the rural countryside.”

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girl scout Project to beautify, preserve butterflies Westfield High School senior and Girl Scout Ambassador Marissa Barrows, 17, is creating a butterfly garden at the Westfield Playhouse, 1836 Ind. 32 West, with the help of local volunteers. The garden is Barrows’ Gold Award Project for the Girl Scouts (the equivalent of the rank of Eagle Scout). She is creating this to help beautify Westfield, the Westfield Playhouse, and to give butterflies a place to propagate. Barrows said she hopes this will in some small way help prevent the extinction of some butterflies.

Barrows is planting the garden at 1 p.m. on Sept. 28 and is looking for volunteers and/ or donations. Those interested in assisting may contact her atmarissabarrows@yahoo. com. Barrows’ project is relying on her family and friends, and members of Girl Scout Troop 1462. Barrows selected the Westfield Playhouse because of her love of theater.

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cent. Attorney Mike Howard said 80 percent of residential homeowners hit the tax cap so the costs will likely be felt by agriculture and multiThe Hamilton County Commissioners had a family owners. resolution to purchase property needed to build Commissioner Mark Heirbrandt said a driving track and gun range at the the center is used by doughnut counties county public Public Safety safety training and statewide for training. He said the expansion provides an increase in qualfacility on River ity of life and public safety.

Road in Noblesville.

“To maintain a high quality of life you After a joint meeting with the Hamhave to have a safe community. This ilton County Council on Sept. 5, the provides that community service,” he project has been removed from the Beaver said. commissioners’ list of capital spending Officials said it is estimated to cost $350,000 priorities. It was ranked as the No. 3 highest a year to operate the training center with potenpriority project. tial revenue from rentals to offset some of those “Thirteen million dollars for a race track is uncosts. real,” councilor Brad Beaver said.

Council members expressed concern over the To pay for the real estate acquisition (which real estate estimation and how the county does commissioners hoped to pay $30,000 to $40,000 not operate any fire stations. per acre for 60 acres) will require a countywide “I’m not a big fan,” said Rick McKinney, council general obligation bond. Officials said the bond president. would raise tax rates one-quarter to one-half a

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Siefker resigns from school board

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fantastic job,” Supt. Dr. Mark Keen said. “He and Duane (Lutz) worked hard for two years with the city on making a donation to the stadium.”

For the second time in the past six months Siefker said “it’s been a phenomenal experithe Westfield Washington School Board has apence with great people.” pointed a new member as a result of a The school board has appointed Mary resignation. education SeRine as Siefker’s replacement. Keen At its Sept. 16 said SeRine was the lone District 2 canmeeting, the school didate and would have been elected in board accepted the resignation of Tim November’s general election.

Siefker, who moved from District 2 to “She’ll be the third most veteran Carmel. By law, Siefker could not conboard member come Jan. 1,” Keen said. tinue to serve and had to resign. The Siefker SeRine has been involved with the change became effective Sept. 22.

Washington Woods Elementary School PTO and is “It’s been a tough year for my family, almost highly recommended by principal Dr. Scott Wiltwo years, and we’ve had to make some hard liams. SeRine, who was not present Sept. 16, will decisions including moving out of the area. We be sworn in at the Oct. 14 board meeting. struggled where to go and when to go,” Siefker “We’re losing a great person, but we are lucky said. “We moved here for the schools and they to have someone step in with good insights as didn’t disappoint.” well,” Keen said.

Tim Gardner, school board president, said “We The Westfield Washington School Board apwill miss you. We appreciate all you’ve done.” pointed Amy Pictor in March after Dennis Ells Siefker has served as vice president of the retired last year after serving for 21 years. board and on the elementary level redistricting.

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Why did you become a teacher? I always loved playing school as a child and had some remarkable teachers in fourth- and fifth-grade who I always wanted to be like when “I grew up.” I knew I wanted a schedule that would allow me to have a family but have the opportunity to pursue a career that would help others.

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Senior Samantha Reed shakes the hand of Police Chief Joel Rush as Westfield police officers are honored. (Photos by Robert Herrington)

DESIGN & REMODELING SEMINAR

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Westfield’s Page Dickison prepares to serve for the match during the junior varsity game against Noblesville.

Before the Westfield and Noblesville high school volleyball teams competed on the court the two came together to honor and recognize local first responders on the 13th anniversary of 9/11. Following a short sound clip of radio communication, players handed police officers, firefighters and EMS personnel a hand-written note and carnations. In addition to the ceremony between the varsity and JV matches, the teams wore special 9/11 jerseys and salute to heroes’ bracelets. For more photos, visit currentinwestfield.com

Volleyball players like sophomore Liene Miller, left, and firemen like Mitch Hazelbaker, center, take a moment of silence to remember those that gave their lives on 9/11.

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(Above) Voices from the Past tours were conducted on Sept. 12 and 13 and visited the Anti-Slavery Cemetery in Asa Bales Park and the Old Friends Cemetery. At each of the six stops, actors provided an insight into their lives and what Westfield was like back then. The event was a partnership between the Westfield Parks Dept., Westfield Washington Historical Society and Westfield Playhouse. (Submitted photo) (Right) Westfield elementary students make headstone rubbings on a tombstone in the Anti-Slavery Cemetery. (Submitted photo) (Bottom left) Jane (Teresa Skelton), right, and Jacob Burnside (Sydney Loomis) describe their daily life back in 1850. (Photo by Robert Herrington) (Bottom right) Dr. Horace Cannon (Mike Horrocks) and his children, Isaac (Tanner Horrocks) and Joseph (Charlie Horrocks), check on the welfare of Edward Bray. (Photo

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Religious comedy opens Westfield Playhouse’s 15th season / P13

Joe Benjamin cries out to God for assistance in the modern-day retelling of “The Book of Job.” (Photo by Robert Herrington)

By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com

direct a show at Westfield Playhouse and has been trying to coordinate it ever since.

“I told John, ‘If I can choose the show, yes, For the past 30 years Danny Russel has been I’m in.’ It was a long two-year journey from that a professional actor. Russel moved to Indiana initial show,” Russel said. “I never knew about from Chicago and has toured around as famous this place. It is a nice little theater.”

Hoosier residents “Main Street Productions/Westfield cover story Abraham Lincoln Playhouse is honored to have awardand James Whitwinning director Danny Russel working comb Riley. Now he is taking his skills to with us,” said Sampson. “Having quality teach others the craft as he directs. directors, like Danny, bringing new ideas “It never occurred to me to do a to the productions creates the art of community theater. It was a chance to theater and gives a greater experience teach and direct. Acting is illuminating Russel to the audience.” text,” he said. “It has to be something Russel said “God’s Favorite” is a scintillatimportant, everybody wins that way.” ing dark comedy from Neil Simon that failed on Main Street Productions President John SampBroadway and is rarely performed, which is apson saw Russel direct at Carmel Community pealing for him.

Playhouse in 2012 and knew he wanted him to

“Audiences are already sick to death of old hats like ‘The Odd Couple,’ but with this piece, Simon delivers some of his most profound and delicious humor undercut by a pervasive sense of despair,” Russel said. “I’ve appeared in professional regional productions of it, was blessed to stage this particular play at Lutheran High School in 2004, and jumped at the chance to direct it again featuring adult actors after Westfield Playhouse’s gracious invitation.”

“God’s Favorite” is about successful Long Island businessman Joe Benjamin, a modern-day “Job” with a demanding wife, ungrateful children and wisecracking household employees. Just when it seems things couldn’t get any worse, he is visited by Sidney Lipton, a messenger from God (and compulsive film buff) with a mission: test Joe’s faith and report back to “the Boss.”

“While examining their own faith, my hope is that audiences will find redemption and joy from the humanity on display in this modern-day retelling of Job and conclude that ‘all Scripture is inspired by God’ (2 Timothy 3:16),” Russel said.

Russel said his actors were recruited especially for the project as they exuded necessary charisma and matched a specific age and physical type dictated by the author.

“There’s certainly a vibrant sense of community in working with familiar talent; with honesty and efficiency, we needed to create that strong family dynamic in a curtailed rehearsal period,” he said.

“The Book of Job was one of the readings at my wedding. It’s not common – talking about pain and suffering – but I have a soft spot for that,” said actor Steven Marsh, who portrays Sidney Lipton. “Since it was a Neil Simon play I was excited to try out for it.”

Like many other cast members and Russel, this is Marsh’s first time at Westfield Playhouse.

“It’s a neat theater. I like the fact it’s an old church. It’s the most intimate theater that I’ve acted in. If I kicked off a shoe it could hurt someone,” he said. “I can talk in a whisper and know people can still hear me. I’m real excited to be here.”

Carmel resident Tom Doman previously worked with Russel in 2012 and again at this

Playhouse celebrates crystal anniversary

This is the 15th year Main Street Productions has called Westfield Playhouse, 1836 Ind. 32 West, home. MSP President John Sampson said the organization began in 1992 and used schools, churches and restaurants as performance venues before finding its permanent location.

“We bought the old church for $9,800 and it had four feet of standing water in the basement,” he said.

When MSP first started, Sampson just only two or three shows were performed a year. This season includes six shows including a youth production, Voices From the Sampson Past, Westfield in Lights and outreach shows.

“People love this place,” he said. “It’s a very nice anniversary.”

Sampson said a play selection committee picks the season’s offerings.

This year’s musical is “The Civil War,” which was the first show performed at Westfield Playhouse.

“We have at least one drama and one comedy. The others are a combination of one or the other (like romantic comedy). We also have a musical every two years,” he said. “Because we have the diversity of shows we offer different reasons to attend the show for audiences.”

The playhouse will receive a facelift thanks to a $5,000 matching façade grant from the City of Westfield. Sampson said projects include new siding and painting and more landscaping to be done in October. Future goals include building a handicap ramp. Water and sewer connections are expected in two years.

“The city won’t have it out here until then,” Sampson said. “We’ll be adding to the building and move the restrooms inside.”

year’s Indy Fringe Fest.

“This was a bigger part but I gave it a shot,” Doman said. “This is another opportunity to get out, grow and get some exposure.

Doman is making his Westfield Playhouse debut on stage but is familiar with the location.

His daughter, Katie, performed in “The Diary of Anne Frank” earlier this year. In “God’s Favorite,” Doman portrays Joe Benjamin.

“I’m basically on stage the whole time. The hardest part is trying to keep it straight in your head,” he said.

Doman recommends attending the show because of its comedy and cast.

“I think the cast is very talented,” he said. “It’s going to be a good show and the audience will not be here for three hours.”

Other members of “God’s Favorite” cast include: Ben Austin (Ben Benjamin), Addison D. Ahrendts (Sarah Benjamin), Joyce Pendleton (Rose Benjamin), Stephen E. Foxworthy (David Benjamin), Pam Young (Mady) and Scott Prill (Morris).

20142015 season God’s Favorite

Directed by Danny Russel Sept. 26 and 27 and Oct. 3 through 5 and 10 through 12

The Best Christmas Pageant Ever Directed by Bobbi Van Howe Nov. 28 and 29 and Dec. 5 through 7 and 12 through 14.

Home Games

Directed by Cheryl Fesmire Jan. 30 and 31 and Feb. 6 through 8 and 13 through 15.

The Civil War

Directed by Nathon Gober and Jan Jamison April 3, 4, 10 through 12 and 17 through 19.

Deathtrap

Directed by Pam Kingsley May 29 and 30 and June 5 through 7 and 12 through 14.

Peter Pan and Wendy

Directed by Bobbi Van Howe July 29 through 31 and Aug. 1 and 2.

Play tickets are $12 and $10 for seniors and musical shows are $15 and $13 for seniors.

For reservations, call 896-2707. For more information, visit www.westfieldplayhouse.org.

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Navigating uncharted territory

FR O M T H E BACKSHOP

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

As the NFL Turns: The Peterson episode The weekly drama series that is the National Football League has released a new episode. The plot goes like this (stay with us): All-Pro running back Adrian Peterson of the Minnesota Vikings is said to have punished his child May 18 with a switch, causing lacerations and bruising. Then on Aug. 21, Peterson testifies in front of a grand jury in Montgomery County, Texas. On Sept. 4 the grand jury decides not to indict Peterson. Then on Sept. 11, Peterson misses practice for what his coach terms a “veteran day” off. Come Sept. 12, Peterson is indicted for reckless or negligent injury to a child in Montgomery County and less than half an hour later the team deactivates him for one game. On Sept. 13, he turns himself in to Montgomery County authorities and is released on $15,000 bond. On Sept. 15, Peterson releases a statement on child abuse charges. Later that day, he is reinstated to the team, because he was just “disciplining a child.” Later that evening, a previous allegation of child abuse by Peterson is reported. He was not charged in the incident.

On Sept. 16, Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton says Peterson is innocent until proven guilty, but his actions are “a public embarrassment” to Minnesota and suggests that the running back be suspended. Sponsors adjourn their support of the team, and rightly so. It looks like he is out indefinitely until the case is resolved, and with the photos we’ve seen it will be resolved in not a good way for Peterson. No one is more concerned about child abuse than we are. We also believe in due process. This is no rush to judgment, in our opinion, although that runs rampant no matter the topic. If Peterson is convicted for the purported abuse, he will pay many times over. Will this be an example for others contemplating such levels of punishment? No, sadly, it won’t. There’s a liberal element of pop culture that simply accepts it, which is just as sad.

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

Hong Kong, phooey Commentary by Terry Anker He introduced himself when we met, but I didn’t bother to commit his name to memory.

Sharing a ride to the airport, the chance we’d meet again after this 45 minutes was likely zero; yet he seemed in the mood to talk. I don’t know if it was the way I reacted to what he said or simply the fact that I seemed willing to listen, but this young stranger started telling me his story.

We were in his native city of Hong Kong and he loved it. He married a local girl and had two children, now 4 and 5 years-old. In a place where multiple kids are rare, he took pride that he could support and raise them. He wasn’t particularly well educated or even especially special. But he held a couple of jobs and seemed willing to do more if he could to help give his family an advantage. His wife, he beamed, was the same. They owned a small apartment and sent their children to a private school.

But now they had become so concerned of

the increasing “destruction” of his city by their new Chinese overlords that they are hoping to send these children to live with relatives in Canada. The conflict of a loving father caring so deeply and fearing so much that he is wrestling with such matters weighed upon him. We talked.

Really, I just listened.

When our time together ended, he regained himself, apologized for oversharing (in a characteristic Asia way) and shook my hand expressing sincere gratitude for my attention. Did I say anything to help him with his challenges? I doubt it. But, did his venting give him clarity? I hope so.

His sadness, frustration, and compassion were breathtaking in their raw sincerity. Our freedom matters. And, he reminded me of it.

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

BELIEVE IT!

Q U O T E O F T H E W E E K

Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In North Carolina it’s against the law to sing off key.

Those who are at war with others are

Source: dumblaws.com

not at peace with themselves.

–William Hazlitt

Of whom am I thinking? They’re fond of acronyms like NSDA, IHSFA, and NFL, and use words like “interp,” “extemp,” and “sweepstakes.” They spend their Saturhumor days participating in events like LD and OO and measure their success in points and diamonds. And they are VERY ENTHUSIASTIC ABOUT WHAT THEY DO! Any guesses? Anyone? They are speech and debaters, my friends, and now yours truly is one too!

I know, I know. What’s a ginger, motherof-four math guru doing dabbling in such unchartered territory? To be truthful, I didn’t actually mean to get so involved. I thought I was applying for an “assistant” position only to discover after I’d accepted that the head coach had already backed out. The ole bait and switch, really. (Or, de bate and speech. Get it?

I’m funny!) Not a big deal, I suppose, except that I have absolutely no experience whatsoever. And that’s not an exaggeration. We didn’t have a speech or debate team at my high school, and I never took part in college. I’m not even an English teacher, for God’s sake. Seriously, I feel like a cheerleader who’s just been named the new offensive coordinator for the Colts when all I wanted to do was shake poms at halftime!

What’s worse, I have no predecessor, nor a team to inherit. So not only am I totally clueless on the rules, regulations, and various distinctions of the 18 available events, I’m also having to recruit members, round up judges, register with the national and state associations, plan meaningful practices, and obtain a license to drive the stupid mini-bus!

Consequently, I spent the past weekend hob-nobbing with Indiana’s brightest and finest at the annual S&D coaches conference, attempting to absorb enough know-how to ensure my 10 [brave] students don’t puke, pass out or completely embarrass themselves at the first competition. Not sure whether it was a success. I did learn a lot of useful information, not the least of which was that if swim meets and dances competitions had a love child, she’d be named Speech and Debate Tournaments. But the rest was simply overwhelming.

The good news is that I do know how to speak and argue (mostly without a Kentucky accent), and from time to time, I can pen some decent material. So maybe I’ll be OK. The NSDA might even award me a diamond for my work with interpers! Peace out.

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

September 23, 2014

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Phyllis’ real-life toy story Commentary by Dick Wolfsie Phyllis Baskerville of Fortville needs a home.

She is not homeless, but she fears that her prized collection of antique toys humor will be someday.

I first met Phyllis in 2002 while doing a live TV segment with Fortville resident Paul Dyer, quite a collector himself with more than a dozen old-time calliopes and player pianos, all in “dire” need of Paul’s expertise. When the show concluded, I headed for my car as a spunky 75-year-old woman in her pick-up truck accosted me.

Minutes later I pulled up in front of a Pentecostal church, which made me wonder if this was just a thinly veiled attempt to convert me.

What I saw when I entered the sanctuary was heavenly. There in front of me, mostly on the floor, taking up every available space, were thousands of classic toys, all in mint condition, many in the original boxes. Memories flooded back as I saw board games, wind-up toys, lunchboxes, and dolls that I had not seen in 50 years. “This is a TV show,” I told Phyllis, assuming that was her intent in seeking me. “Not now,” she countered.

“Not until I get everything on shelves. “We soon struck a deal. I did that show when all was still in disarray, then returned a year later to show the progress she had made. The next year she opened the Dolly Mama’s toy museum in Fortville.

There is more to this story, of course. And that story begins in Florida in 1998 where Phyllis and her

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husband, a former district fire chief in Indianapolis, had retired. When he developed Alzheimer’s, Phyllis was overwhelmed, as many caregivers are. “I went to a support group meeting,” said Phyllis, “but that wasn’t for me…I don’t need someone else’s problems. I’m living it. I need something else.”

That something else began with a few dolls she had in her home, which soon mushroomed into so many toys that they filled several rooms.

When her husband’s condition worsened, they moved to Indy—toys and all—to be close to her daughters, but by then the collection had gotten a little overwhelming. That’s when she decided to open a museum.

So Phyllis purchased the then-vacant Fortville church and continued her search.

Now, as Phyllis nears her 90th birthday, she desperately seeks assurance that her collection will remain intact, hopefully as a museum, which is now officially closed.

If you tune into WISH-TV between 6 and 9 a.m. on Oct. 4, you can see the museum on my television segment. And Phyllis is right. You will never see anything like this again.

Note: You can reach Phyllis through me at Wolfsie@aol.com

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

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THIS WEEK Carmel International Arts Festival – The 17th annual free event is 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 27 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 28 CARMEL in the Carmel Arts & Design District. There will be more than 135 juried artists exhibiting in watercolor, oil, 2D, jewelry, photography, 3D, wood, sculpture, pottery and more. The festival also offers an array of art, food, activities, entertainment on two stages and the Carmel and University High School Art Exhibit. For more information, visit www.carmelartsfestival.org.

Oktoberfest – The ninth annual free event will be held Sept. 27 and includes children activities, a beer tent, food FISHERS vendors and live music. A “Best Dressed German Outfit” contest is open to the public beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the Entertainment Tent. Art and Craft vendors will be on site from noon to 7 p.m. and the kid activities will be available from noon to 4 p.m. Oktoberfest will be held at Witten Park, 13257 Saxony Blvd., from noon to 10 p.m. For more information, visit www. fishersfreedomfestival.org/fundraising/ oktoberfest.

Bunny Watson (Sarah Baron), left, provides Ruthie (Katie Gipson) with some ideas on where she can learn more information for her reference work.. (Photo by Robert Herrington)

Computers, Christmas, chaos in Belfry opener

By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com For its 50th season, The Belfry Theatre in Noblesville will revive six of its rarer shows from its history including the opening theater production “The Desk Set.” “It’s a little exciting and a little intimidating. Fifty years is a big deal. We’re been doing them for a long time. You want to do it right and do right by everyone so they are glad we are still here and glad they came,” director Christy Clinton said.

“The Desk Set” was previously performed in 1983 and Clinton directed by Betty Lou Kyle.

“There’s not many people around that saw the first show. ‘The Desk Set’ was popular in its time,” Clinton said. “I kind of like that it’s old fashioned. It’s a three-act play instead of modern day two acts … There’s a lot of creativity going into this. Nobody’s holding anything back.”

The play is set in the ’50s.

“It brings that era home in ways that are fun and broad,” Clinton said. “The second act is a Christmas party full of alcohol and food. They’re off in other offices dancing and partying. I can’t remember the last time I heard of such a party in

an office … It’s fun to see those old ways.”

Clinton said the crux of the story is about the first computer coming in and changing the workplace.

“The office life was very different from today, not only because of computers but also social norms. It is interesting to see all the things that would absolutely not happen today,” said actress Sarah Baron. “One of my favorite things about playing a ’50s era piece is the attire, the silhouettes and accessories are so much fun.”

Baron, who plays Bunny Watson, said the show contains many different characters that are very relatable and have aspects that remind her of her own past and present co-workers.

“The other thing about this show that makes it a lot of fun to see is the difference between then and now where computers are involved.

Today computers are so much a part of everyday life you forget they were not always warmly welcomed,” she said.

Actor John Parks Whitaker said the prophetic nature of the subject matter is fascinating.

“The play wasn’t written recently about the past. It was written contemporaneously about computers taking over offices and the panic it caused,” he said. “William Marchant managed to find the lighter side and put together a great comedy about the process.”

Whitaker plays the male lead, Richard Sumner.

“My character is fun to play because he starts off on such a high horse and has a long way to fall when things start not going his way,” he said.

Clinton’s cast includes a number of seasoned actors and a few making their debut like Joe Mize as a reporter and Richard Sceniak as a photographer.

“Richard said he might want to try sometime.

When he heard there was a part with no lines he said, ‘That’s right up my alley. I want to try that,’” Clinton said.

Other members of “The Desk Set” cast include: Debbie Underwood (Sadel Meyer), Dana Lesh (Peg Costello), Katie Gipson (Ruthie Saylor), Jeff Bick (Abe Cutler), Curtis Bittle (Mr. Bennett), Barb Weaver (The Lady in the Blue Suit), Michael Tooker (Kenny), Valerie Pearce (Elsa), Justin Hoggard (Elsa’s friend), Fran Knapp (Miss Warriner), Deb Coon and M.J. Bick (office workers) and hosts, Emily Stone, Susan Townsend and Michel Jenkins.

“The Desk Set” • The Belfry Theater, 16090 Greenfield Ave., Noblesville • Performances are 8 p.m. Sept. 26 and 27 and Oct. 3, 4, 10 and 11; and 2 p.m. Oct. 5 and 12 • Tickets are $15 and $12 for ages 12 and younger • http:thebelfrytheatre. com • 773-1085

Hops Trot – Costumes, fitness, friends and beer – all four will be enjoyed at the inaugural Hops Trot in Forest NOBLESVILLE Park, which ends at the Brewfest by Friends of Central Pool. The 5K run/walk has hop stops, games along the way and awards for the costume contest. The race begins at 2:30 p.m. Sept. 27. Cost is $45 and includes a ticket to Brewfest. For more information, visit www.noblesvilleparks.org.

Movies in the Park – The second series will end Sept. 26 with a double feature of “Cloudy with a Chance of WESTFIELD Meatballs 2” and “Man of Steel.” Presented by City Spring Church and Westfield Parks and Recreation, the summer movies series are shown at Asa Bales Park, 205 W Hoover St. Admission is free and the PG-rated movie will begin at sunset. Parking is available at Westfield High School. For more information, visit www. westfield.in.gov/parks.

The big grape stomp – Hopwood Cellars Winery, 12 E. Cedar St., will celebrate its twoyear anniversary with a free event for the entire family from 1 to 4 zionsVILLE p.m. Sept. 27. Guests can stomp grapes in four new custom-made stomping barrels under the big tent. The event includes a bounce house, kid’s zone, prizes and wine bottle discounts. There will be catered food and grilled ribs. Live music will be provided by Less Is More under the tent from 1 to 4 p.m. and at the after party from 8 to 10 p.m. For more information, contact Ron Hopwood at 873-4099.

September 23, 2014

NIGHT & DAY

“More Critters” Exhibit and Open House • Check out the latest exhibit from the Hamilton County Artist Association; it’s a great opportunity to view local and unique art and take advantage of the great gift shop. • 195 South Fifth St., Noblesville •From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sept. 26 and 27 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Free • 773-5197• www.hcaa-in.org

thursday

Carmel Community Players Present: “Ordinary Days” • Four young New Yorkers search for love and cabs in this funny and honest musical about how random lives intersect.• 14299 Clay Terrace Blvd. Ste 140, Carmel •At 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 26 and 27 at 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 28 at 2:30 p.m.•Adult tickets $17, Seniors and Students are $10.•815-9387 • www. carmelplayers.org Actors Theatre of Indiana Presents: “My Fair Lady” • The triumphant “My Fair Lady,” the musical by which all other shows are compared, is presented with favorite numbers like “With a Little Bit of Luck,” “I Could Have Danced All Night” and many more. • The Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Center Green, Carmel • At 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 27 at 7:30 p.m.; Sept. 28 at 2 p.m. •Adult tickets $40.•843-3800 • www.thecenterforhteperformingarts.com

friday

Movies in the Park in Westfield • Westfield Parks and Recreation in partnership with City Spring Church present Friday night movies in Asa Bales Park. Attendees may park at Westfield High School and movies begin at sunset. This week’s event is a double feature with “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2” and “Man of Steel.” • At sunset.• Free.

• 205 W. Hoover St., Westfield• 317-804-3182•www. westfield.in.gov/parks Fall Movies in the Park at Nickel Plate Amphitheater • Outdoor fall movies are back at Nickel Plate Amphitheater. Bring chairs and/or blankets; a concession stand will be available. This week’s family movie is the animated “The Lego Movie.” • Downtown Fishers • At sunset. • Free • 595-3150 • www.fishers.in.us/parks Carmel Farmer’s Market • One of Indiana’s largest farmer’s markets, Carmel’s event features over 60 vendors that sell only Indiana-grown and/ or produced edible products. Fun for the whole family, this farmer’s market includes cooking demonstrations, music and free parking. • 1 Center Green, Carmel • 8 to 11:30 a.m. • Free admission • 710-0162 • www.carmelfarmersmarket.com

saturday

Saxony Market • Find fresh produce from local artisans along with prepared food, kids activities and more. • 13578 E. 131st St., Fishers. • 8 a.m. to noon. • Free • 770-1818 • www.saxony-indiana.com

Noblesville Farmers Market • The Riverview Hospital overflow lot hosts Noblesville’s Farmers Market which includes fresh produce, bedding plants, fresh flowers, honey, baked treats and more. • Ind. 19 and 38 in Noblesville • 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. • Free admission • 776-0205 • www.noblesvillemainstreet.org

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Zionsville Farmers Market • Plants and flowers plus produce and baked goods are available for sale. • Corner of First and Hawthorne, Zionsville • 8 to 11 a.m. • Free admission • 873-3836 • www.zionsvillechamber.org The Big Grape Stomp •Hopwood Cellars Winery is celebrating its two-year anniversary with a fun family event. Attendees can stomp grapes in one of four custom-made stomping barrels and there will kid activities, a bounce house, food, music and more. • 12 E. Cedar St., Zionsville• From 1 to 4 p.m.•873-4099• www.hopwoodcellars.com Indiana Wind Symphony Present “Bicentennials – The Star Spangled Banner and the Saxophone” at the Palladium • The Indiana Wind Symphony celebrates the 200th birthday of the national anthem and features acclaimed saxophone virtuoso Kenneth Tse.• 1 Center Green, Carmel • At 7:30 p.m.

• Tickets start at $20. •843-3800. • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org Noblesville Summer Movie Series • Head out to Shelter #1 at Forest Park in Noblesville for an outdoor movie. Bring blankets, chairs and picnic food. The film is “Iron Man 3.”• 701 Cicero Rd., Noblesville• Movie starts at dusk •776-6350•www.cityofnoblesville.org Fishers Oktoberfest at Saxony • The 9th Annual Oktoberfest is an all-day event with kid activities, a beer tent, food vendors, live music and more.

A “Best Dressed German Outfit” contest is open to the public beginning at 6:30 in the Entertainment Tent. Art and Craft vendors will be on site from noon to 7 p.m. and the kid activities will be available from noon to 4 p.m.•13257 Saxony Blvd., Fishers• From noon to 10 p.m.• Free• http://www. fishersfreedomfestival.org/fundraising/oktoberfest/

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Carmel International Arts Festival • The Arts and Design District is the place to be for a juried art exhibit from over 130 artists. Food vendors, live entertainment and art stations for children. • Main St. and Rangeline Rd., Carmel •From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.•6006118 • carmelartsfestival.org

sunday

Apple Store at Conner Prairie • The popular Apple Store is up and running for the 29th year and is a place for all kinds of tasty apple treats and a wide variety of specialty items. • 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • From 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and every Tuesday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Oct. 31.•776-6006 • www.connerprairie.org A River Runs Through Us: Exhibit about the importance of the White River • Cool Creek Nature Center hosts this timely exhibit that illustrates the importance of the watershed and how people can take steps to preserve it.• 2000 E. 151st St., Carmel• From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. •774-2500• www.myhamiltoncountyparks.com

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Beef & Boards Presents: “Oklahoma!” • Beef & Boards celebrates the first collaboration of the famous Rodgers and Hammerstein with this lively production of “Oklahoma!” Set in Indian Territory at the turn of the 20th century, this musical illustrates the worlds of cowboys and farmers. • 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • At 1 and 8 p.m.; Sept. 25, 26 and 27 at 8 p.m.; Sept. 28 at 1:30 and 7 p.m. • Tickets start at $38.50. • 872-9664 • http://beefandboards.com

Fishers Farmers Market • Visit a variety of vendors at the Fishers Market located at the Nickel Plate Amphitheater behind Fishers Town Hall. Items for sale include fresh fruits, vegetables, cut flowers, plants, many specialty food items and hot food selections.

• 6 Municipal Drive, Fishers • 8 a.m. to noon. • Free admission • 578-0700 • www.fisherschamber.com

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Northside Nights Restaurant Week • Participating restaurants will offer a price-fixed menu; 3 courses will be available for either $30 per person or $30 for two people. See the website for pricing, restaurant and menu lists plus reservation info. •Various locations in Indianapolis area through Sept. 28.• 673-4211 • www.northsidenightsindy.com

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What people want to eat and drink Tailgating by Joe Drozda and Bob Bley You can always ask the age-old philosophical question, “What is the meaning of life?” And you’d probably get an earful from a philosopher, but these people don’t generally attend things like football games, and they surely aren’t found at our tailgate parties. Tailgate captains, however, ask the honest question, “What do you want to eat?” This is a simple information-seeking query that we have been asking for more than 19 years.

More than the past two decades we have asked this simple question at football game parking lots and on our web site (tailgatershandbook. com). The answers we have gotten made us change our survey to fit the seasons and times of day. Now we ask, “In warm weather, what is your favorite main course food?” We now also ask about side dishes, deserts, snacks/munchies and even beverages in warm weather.

The following boxes reveal America’s choices and then we’ll have recipes we’ve found in parking lots from the East to the West.

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Since we’ve already covered how to make a great bratwurst, here’s a great Pulled Chicken Sandwich recipe.

Ingredients: 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves (about 2 pounds), Salt and pepper, 1 red onion, finely chopped, 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped, 1 1/3 cups barbecue sauce, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, Hot pepper sauce, 6 Kaiser or French rolls, split, 6 ounces shredded Munster and/or Monterey Jack cheese (about 1-1/2 cups) Preparation: Salt and pepper the chicken and place in a heavy pot with the onion, garlic and cover with water. Add the barbecue sauce, vinegar and a few drops of Frank’s hot sauce and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the chicken is cooked through, about 15 minutes.

Remove the chicken from the sauce and shred with two forks. Boil the sauce, skimming occasionally, until reduced by half, about 15 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper. Add the shredded chicken and heat through. Spoon the mixture onto the rolls and top with the cheese.

Joe Drozda is an author about sports and food. You may contact him at drozda@tailgatershandbook.com or visit www.tailgatershandbook.com.

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By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com Hamilton County Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Riverview Health, is staging its annual Twilight Trail Run & diversion Walk on Sept. 27 at Strawtown Koteewi Park. Onsite registration begins at 3 p.m. with the run/walk starting at 5:30 p.m.

Don Nicholls, HCPR resource development specialist, said the event is a competitive 5-mile run and 2.25 fun/youth walk.

“Known for its historic and archaeological significance, the 800-acre park is a hidden gem of Hamilton County and turns majestic at dusk,” he said.

Cost is $20 for those that pre-register and $25 the day of event. Pre-registrants will receive a long sleeve Sport-Tek T-shirt and all participants will receive a limited edition wooden medallion.

“What makes this event special is not only the one-of-a-kind scenic course, which has been modified this year, but the time of day during which the run and walk is held,” Nicholls said.

“At sunset, the 300 acres of prairie appear to be ablaze.”

Board certified podiatric surgeon Scott Schulman, DPM, of Indiana Podiatry Group, will discuss common running injuries and causes before the start of the race. Nicholls said food and refreshments will be available for purchase and free entertainment and activities will be provided throughout the event. The evening will culminate with awards being presented to the top finishers following completion of the run/walk.

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Updates on restaurants can be found online at www.northsidenightsindy.com, as well as menus that provide gluten-free, vegetarian and vegan options. Updates will also be posted on the Northside NightsIndy Facebook page and via the Twitter handle @northsidenightsindy.

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By Holly Kline • news@currentinwestfield.com German food and dancing plus entertainment for kids, live music and a beer garden will be on hand at the ninth annual festival “Fishers Oktoberfest Saxony” from noon to 10 p.m., Sept. 27 Located at Saxony’s Witten Park in Fishers, this popular festival boasts free admission and activities for all ages.

Oktoberfest is hosted by the Fishers Freedom Festival, along with help from Saxony and Leinenkugel.

“We had approximately 5,000 in attendance at Oktoberfest last year,” said Jennifer Kehl, Fishers Freedom Festival executive director.

“That was the best year ever.”

The event is a fundraiser for the Freedom Festival.

“We get a percentage of food sales, and we make money on the beer,” Kehl said. “Our profits go to the Fishers Freedom Festival. The money we raise goes into the Festival’s general fund to pay for the free activities at the Freedom Festival.”

An Oktoberfest celebration traditionally includes a beer garden and the Fishers Oktoberfest is no exception. The beer garden will be open from noon to 10 p.m. and adults can purchase beer or wine for $5.

Kehl pointed out additional highlights for this year’s event.

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to provide German dancers,” she said. “From noon to 3 p.m. businesses are going to provide kid games and we’ll have face painting, balloon artists and a photo booth with lots of fun props.

At 6:30 p.m. there will be a contest for the best German costume.”

Polka music begins at noon, Big Daddy Caddy plays at 3:30 p.m. and My Yellow Rickshaw performs from 7 to 10 p.m.. Arts and crafts vendors will also be set up.

“We’ve grown the crafters from about 15 to 40,” Kehl said. “We’ll keep it that size because the more we do, the more volunteers we need.

The whole festival is a nice size right now.”

Attendees are encouraged to bring canned goods to the festival and the food collected will be donated to the Fall Creek Township food pantry. For more information, visit www.fishersfreedomfestival.org

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In today’s fast-paced world, it can be challenging to find the time to do everything you need to accomplish in a single day.

Wellness Between working, commuting, making time for family and friends, exercising, eating healthy, and still squeezing in time for fun and relaxation, it’s easy to start cutting out sleep as a time management technique.

While depriving yourself of sleep may give you the time to catch up on your favorite TV shows, it can also have negative effects on your overall health.

• Premature aging. Sleep deprivation affects the body in a way that is similar to aging. Insufficient sleep causes the body to release the stress hormone cortisol, which can prematurely age your skin over a prolonged period of time. Sleep loss also reduces the amount of human growth hormone (HGH) that your body produces, which helps to maintain your skin and muscle mass. Less HGH means that your body is less able to repair its tissues and keep your skin looking youthful.

• Chronic illness. Chronic lack of sleep can

increase your risk for a variety of health conditions, including heart disease, high blood pressure, stroke and diabetes. In particular, lack of sleep dramatically increases your risk for cardiovascular disease. Not getting enough sleep can also weaken the immune system, making you more susceptible to seasonal illnesses like colds and the flu.

• Weight gain. On top of everything else, chronic sleep deprivation can also cause weight gain.

Sleep-deprived people tend to crave high-fat, high-carbohydrate foods, and their bodies have a harder time regulating appetite.

If you have been wearing your lack of sleep like a badge of honor and claiming that you “can sleep when you’re dead,” it may be time to find a new motto. Getting sufficient sleep is a critical component of a healthy lifestyle.

St.Vincent Fishers Hospital expands service news@currentinwestfield.com St.Vincent Sports Performance officials have announced the opening of a new sports medicine physician office at athletics St.Vincent Fishers Hospital. The new office is open from 8 a.m. to noon Monday through Friday. A walk-in clinic for acute sports-lated injuries is available 8 to 10 a.m. Monday through Friday.

In addition, during the fall sports season, the new sports medicine physician office will offer a walk-in clinic from 8 to 10 a.m. Saturdays through early November.

The sports medicine physicians will see patients of all ages with orthopedic and sportsrelated injuries, including concussions.

St.Vincent Sports Performance is the first and largest hospital-based program of its kind in the United States, which includes 19 physi-

cians, 70 nationally-certified athletic trainers, 12 certified strength and conditioning specialists, two licensed sport psychologists and one sports dietician.

The Indianapolis-based program currently provides care to professional teams and athletes in an array of sports including: Verizon IndyCar Series, NFL, NBA, WNBA and U.S. National Governing Bodies competitors.

St.Vincent Sports Performance also provides support for three universities and 30 high school and middle school athletes in Central Indiana.

The new office at St.Vincent Fishers Hospital, in the professional office building, is located at 13914 Southeastern Parkway, Fishers, suite 302.

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“Instead of having six or seven individual To create an easier focal point highlighting the signs, there will be two signs four tenants of Bridgewater Cenwith all the information,” Todd ter, Throgmartinsaid. planning Henke DevelJon Dobosiewicz, attorney for opment has the developers, said the sign will requested two 15-feet monument illuminate green lights instead of signs. The signs will be placed on red with the gas prices. At night 146th Street and Carey Road. the sign also will only light the Westfield Senior Planner Kevin lettering and logos of the four Todd said the signs, which will be businesses rather than the entire matching, will have 90-square-feet piece. on each side with 75-square –feet “It will be brick with cast stone available for tenant information. or limestone accents (similar to Each will have electronic message other Bridgewater features),” he abilities to show fuel prices at The proposed 15-foot monusaid.

Rickers. ment sign will replace indiThe Bridgewater development “Bridgewater ordinance doesn’t vidual ground signs for the amendment received a unaniallow this type of signage, but it is four tenants of Bridgewater mous favorable recommendation consistent with what the city al- Center. (Submitted rendering) following its public hearing because there was lows elsewhere,” Todd said, adding that the city no remonstrance from the public. Dobosiewicz allows 120-square-feet for these types of signs.

The monument signs are requested in place of asked for the early vote so the item could be on the individual ground signs at each business and the Sept. 22 Westfield City Council agenda.

“We’d like to construct it sooner rather than separate entrances. The center’s tenants include later,” he said.

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Westfield home prices rise Commentary by Jim Litten With average home prices reaching $176,835 in August 2014, home sales prices are up 6.7 percent compared to August 2013.

Hamilton County was real estate among the counties that experienced slightly higher home sales prices in the first eight months of 2014 compared to the same time period last year. On average, homes sold for $268,408.

• In Westfield, the average year-to-date sale price in August was $266,675, an increase of 3.9 percent compared to the same time period last year.

• Inventory is moving fast. Last month, homes in Westfield remained on the market an average of 60 days, which is a decrease of eight days from August 2013.

• T he number of homes for sale in Westfield remains steady. In August 2014, 249 homes were on the market, a modest increase of six homes compared to August 2013.

• Last month 80 homes pended, an uptick of nine homes from August 2013.

• Of the pended home sales in Westfield last month, eight were priced $500,000 to $999,999; 19 were priced $300,000 to $499,999; 21 were priced $200,000 to $299,999; and 32 were priced $100,000 to $199,999.

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Blue Mosque: Domes and eggs Commentary by Don Knebel

The Blue Mosque is one of Istanbul’s most popular tourist destinations, often seen as an example of classic Islamic architectravel ture. Like other domed mosques, its design actually mimics a famous church. But its pest control system is undeniably novel.

Ahmed I became Sultan of the Ottoman Empire in 1603, at age 13. After a series of military setbacks, Ahmed sought God’s favor by building a mosque in Istanbul to rival the one built in 1558

by Suleiman the Magnificent, his much more successful predecessor. Like Suleiman, Ahmed modeled his mosque on Hagia Sophia, built as a church by Byzantine Emperor Justinian in 537 A.D. and later converted to a mosque by adding a mihrab in the direction of Mecca and minarets.

Ahmed’s architects lacked the skill (or courage) of those of Justinian, who imaginatively supported the massive dome of Hagia Sophia on its exterior walls. The smaller dome of Ahmed’s mosque is supported on four interior columns derided as “elephant legs.” Light from more than 200 stained glass windows is supplemented by ornate chandeliers holding uncooked ostrich eggs intended to repel spiders and prevent unsightly webs.

Ahmed surrounded his mosque with six needle-shaped minarets carrying a total of sixteen balconies honoring him as the 16th sultan. When Islamic authorities in Mecca learned of the minarets, two more than around both Hagia Sophia and Suleiman’s mosque, they were outraged.

The Great Mosque in Mecca had six minarets and, as the holiest place in Islam, was not to be outranked in the minaret department. Ahmed reportedly solved the problem by financing the construction of a seventh minaret in Mecca.

Ahmed died at age 27, a year after completion of his mosque, and was interred in a mausoleum just outside the walls. Although his mosque is officially known as the “Sultan Ahmed Mosque,” it is popularly known as the “Blue Mosque” because of 20,000 handmade blue and white tiles in 50 different designs adorning its interior. Still used by Muslim worshippers, the Blue Mosque is open to the public except during daily prayers.

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used as a verb to mean “to have control or rule?”

Why aren’t they interchangeable?

The simple answer is: Because that’s not where the expression came from.

A longer and perhaps more elucidative answer is that “reign” may only be used as an intransitive verb – that is to say, you don’t reign something, you simply reign. “Rein,” on the other hand, may be used transitively or intransitively, which allows us to have the direct object we need for the expressions to make sense (ex. “We reined in our out-of-control budget.”).

The takeaway from this is that you don’t need to remember all the transitive/intransitive stuff, you only need to remember that, when it comes to the expressions “free rein” and “to rein in,” it’s always “rein.”

Question: “Dear Grammar Guy: I got burned the other day trying to use the expression ‘free reign’ – or, rather, grammar guy ‘free rein,’ as one of my friends snidely pointed out. Which is the correct version? ‘Free reign’ makes sense to me.”

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There are two expressions to consider here: “to give free rein” and “to rein in.” Both come from horseback riding, where reins are used to control and guide the horse (along with a riding crop and possibly a carrot and stick, depending upon the metaphor at hand).

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Fortunately there are accommodating styles with moderating price points and we appreciate them all. Let your jazzed passion, home surrounds and budget influence the feature that best suits your outdoor living space. From the simple $100 fire bowls to formal outdoor fireplaces that generally start at $15,000 and quickly escalate with any customization.

Boulder and natural stone fire features are some of our favorites. They feel genuine, echoing nature and the highly textured surrounds of outside. The pictured fire feature resides in Carmel and was constructed with Chocolate natural stone with cut edges and consistent thickness.

Capped with Tennessee Valley flagstone, its oversized dimension meets the ambitious homeowner demand for large gatherings with space around for sitting, smoking cigars and enjoying the golf course view. A definite “Carpe Diem” space.

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• Check for low hanging branches nearby and prune.

• Build fire features at least 10 feet from your home.

• Keep a fire extinguisher or hose convenient.

• Completely extinguish before leaving.

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Remodel-industry secrets add value to your investment Commentary by David Decker While remodels come with considerable costs, the long-term gains can be significant both in quality of life and financial gain.

This is about creating and adding financial value to indoors your home.

You want to make strategic renovations that will keep your home competitive when compared to other options in the same market, especially if you are planning to sell it in the near future. Notice the aforementioned word “strategic.” Financially, it’s best to invest in home renovations that will help your home fall within an acceptable price range for the market. Too few updates, and your home won’t have the wow factor many buyers are looking for. Too many updates, and your home will not fit the price of comparable properties in the area, and it may become difficult to sell. It’s all about balancing the factors, so that the end product is a beautiful home that fits the price demands of prospective buyers.

Planning a strategic remodel requires research and product knowledge. We all know that the end goal is to create value, which is determined in dollars. But there is another concept that I like to focus on, “perceived value.” Consider: • Oftentimes it is possible to find lower-cost products that look as impressive and perform as well as their more costly counterparts. Buyers are unable to tell the difference.

• First impressions matter.

• Get to know your segment of potential buyers. A Baby Boomer is going to look for different things in a home than a Gen Xer. • Research the type of buyers moving in your area and try to make choices that will fit that group’s needs.

• Never use inferior products or sacrifice quality by cutting

• Researching prices, materials and new solutions before you install is absolutely worth the added planning. This is where the help of a professional remodeling team can be invaluable.

The investment of collaborating with professional designers is worth it in the end.

• You can afford to use more expensive products in smaller quantities where it may be a better value for your home. For example, when remodeling a bathroom you could choose an inexpensive tile for the shower surround but add some glass mosaics or accent strips to maximize value. Glass is expensive, but when it is used in small amounts won’t break the bank and will provide an exceptional return on your money.

• In the kitchen, hardware, the jewelry of your home, can make a major difference in the look and feel of the room and is much less expensive than replacing cabinetry.

• When using hardwood on the main floor, expand the hardwood as far as your budget will allow.

The Affordable Companies is rehabbing a Carmel “investment” home, a project we’ve titled “The Kingswood Transformation.”

We’ve worked hard to put all of the advice I’ve just given into practical use. Beginning Sept. 28, the home will be open to the public, so home and real estate investors will be able to view the remodeling project in its entirety. Visit the website: http://the-affordablecompanies.com/kingswoodtransformation or plan to attend our upcoming open house to spark ideas on ways that you, too, can create value in your current home or investment property.

When using hardwood, expand it as far as your budget will allow is one way to increase the perceived value of your remodel. (Submitted photo)

corners. You want lasting value with a remodel.

David Decker is president of the Affordable Companies, which include Affordable Kitchens and Bathrooms and now Affordable Custom Flooring. They are based in Carmel (575-9540, www.the-affordablecompanies.com).

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The ALDI philosophy is about doing things differently and being smart. And being smart with money means paying great people great wages. Our benefits are among the best too. The ALDI difference is about being more, expecting more and delivering more.

If you’re ready for more, pick up an application from the store manager or visit aldistorejobs.com for more info.

Store Associates – $11.00 / hr • Shift Manager – $16.00 / hr • Manager Trainee - $20 / hr Requirements: Be a team player Be able to lift 45 lbs Must have a flexible schedule Have a High School diploma or G.E.D. Be able to work in a fast-paced environment Must pass drug test as well as background check Excellent customer service skills

Hiring Event: Time: 7:00 am – 11:00 am • 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Date: Tuesday, September 30th Location: Holiday Inn Express 9791 North By Northeast Fisher, IN 46037 ALDI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

No Calls Please.

Job Fair Wednesday, September 24th 9am - 7pm Questions?

Please contact Tessa at 765-778-6219 Apply in person: 2828 Enterprise Drive Anderson, IN 46013

Must pass background and drug screen

Apply online: http://www.jobsatxerox.com/anderson-vin/ FULL AND PART TIME CAREERS

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TMS Health, A Xerox Company, is one of the largest healthcare dedicated provider of inbound and outbound multi-channel communication services to the US Pharmaceutical industry.

Join our growing team in Fishers, IN! Full and Part-time career opportunities.

Bachelor’s degree required.

NOW HIRING Full/Part-time Linecook, Waiters & Waitress Apply in person 160 East Carmel Drive • 843-9900

Part time sales associate wanted

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Apply today. www.tmshealth.com, Careers, Apply Here Job# 14035180 or Job# 14034636

aprox 15/20 hours per week apply in person Village Clock Shop & Home Furnishings Clay Terrace Shopping Center 317-569-0035

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Phyllis Jackson, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner Phyllis.Jackson@tmshealth.com or 317.521.1620

Lawn Care Team Member Previous experience preferred Must have valid dl Call 317-750-0720

Computer service center

MA or LPN

Seeking energetic, organized, teamoriented, and motivated MA or LPN for FULL-TIME position in growing private medical practice. Send resume to: linda@livingwithintention.biz

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

Now Hiring - CNA, FT and PT

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Fishers family looking for caregiver

2-3 days a week 9:30 am to 5 pm for Alzheimer’s loved one. Need to keep him safe and assist with activities of daily living.Only submitted resumes and references will be responded to.

Prior experience a plus. Submit resumes to Seniorcaregiver14@gmail.com

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

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