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WALKING TO REMEMBER Westfield woman honors mother through participation in Walk to End Alzheimer’s / P14 Ecology center, hotel and more planned for White River / P3

18-year-old WHS student killed after step-dad allegedly accidentally fires gun / P5

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CCPR, Conner Prairie refine plans for ecology center, hotel, other amenities along White River

By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com Nearly since its inception in 1991, Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation has aimed to harness new opportuniDEVELOPMENT ties and public access along the White River, but more pressing projects and other hurdles often left those plans on the backburner.

That’s changed in recent years, however, as the confluence of well-timed partnerships with Conner Prairie and other organizations and potential state funding sources have shortened the expected timeline.

“It feels like we’re getting every bit closer. Something I thought could (happen in) 10 to 15 years all of a sudden feels like a two- to five-year possibility, which is really exciting,” CCPR Director Michael Klitzing said at an Aug. 31 planning workshop open to city officials and members of Carmel boards and commissions.

Among those plans are a river ecology center, boutique hotel, farm-to-table restaurant, conference center and cabins on land owned by Conner Prairie in Carmel; upgraded parks along the river; and an expanded trail system to connect them all.

Hotel, ecology center planned on Conner Prairie land Conner Prairie is best known for its living history museum east of the White River in Fishers, but a majority of the nonprofit’s land is in Carmel, where it has mostly been leased out as farmland in recent years. However, Conner Prairie’s land in Carmel is where the most significant changes are planned.

The centerpiece is a White River Education & Ecology Center, developed through a partnership between CCPR and Conner Prairie, which will meet a need for a nature center in Carmel without replicating similar facilities nearby at Cool Creek Park in Westfield and Holliday Park in Indianapolis.

The first phase is set to include exhibits, a citizen science lab, classrooms, multi-purpose rooms and offices. A later phase

T​ he White River Education & Ecology Center at Conner Prairie as viewed from the south. (Rendering

by Lake Flato/MKSK)

includes two smaller buildings to the north to increase classroom and office space for nonprofits focused on land, water and energy innovations and add a workforce development area.

An adjacent Land, Water and Energy District includes a two-story, 62,000-squarefoot Innovation Center that is envisioned to include an 8,000-square-foot space for small conferences.

A two-story, 100-room boutique hotel with an upscale restaurant and spa is planned at the south end of the site near 16 cabins designed around the topography of the area, which includes a floodplain.

Two farm-to-fork restaurants also are planned west of the river, one near the north end of Conner Prairie’s property near River Road and 146th street and the other on the south side of the development.

Park upgrades planned Several existing parks along the White River in Carmel are set to receive upgrades that will help connect them to the rest of the White River corridor.

At River Road Park, which is near River Road and 126th Street and where one of the new White River pedestrian bridges is expected to be built, envisioned upgrades include parking lot improvements, a new bridge over the Emily Vestal Ditch and the

addition of rentable pavilions.

River Heritage Park, near River Road north of 116th Street, upgrades planned for this year include a wheelchair-accessible nature trail and updated playground. A second phase is expected to include a relocated shelter; multigenerational fitness area and sensory gardens.

CCPR is working to secure additional property to further extend the White River Greenway ultimately to 96th Street.

Connecting it all Several miles of trails and two pedestrian bridges are planned to connect the future amenities with the existing trail system and to provide easier access between the east and west sides of the river.

One public trail is set to run along the east side of River Road beginning at 146th Street before connecting to the river ecology center. It would then run along the White River to connect with the existing trail system near Tall Timber Run. A southern trail expansion is set to begin at River Road Park and connect to a new pedestrian bridge over the White River and head east through Conner Prairie.

The other pedestrian bridge is planned between the parking area for the river ecology center and existing Conner Prairie amenities on the east side of the river.

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WHS student killed after firearm is ‘accidentally discharged’

By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com Dominic Strain, an 18-year-old Westfield High School special education student, was killed after his CRIME stepfather “accidentally discharged a firearm,” at 1:30 a.m. Sept. 28, according to a press release from the Westfield Police Dept.

Garrick Baker Sr., of Strain Westfield, was arrested later that day and faces charges of reckless homicide and criminal recklessness with a deadly weapon. As of press time, he was being held at the Hamilton County Jail on a $150,000 bond.

The press release stated Strain was sleeping on a sofa in an apartment in the Casey Acres Apartments complex when Baker, who was intoxicated, allegedly was handling a loaded firearm. The firearm discharged and struck Strain in the chest.

A case report from the WPD obtained by a public records request from Current Publishing showed there were five witnesses to the alleged crime, but the report did not specify if those witnesses were in the same

room as the victim when the gun was fired.

A memorial service was held for Strain at the WHS football field Sept. 29. Strain was a member of WHS’ Best Buddies program, which is a chapter of Best Buddies International. Best Buddies International is a “nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, Baker leadership development and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities,” according to its website.

Westfield Best Buddies shared the following post on its Facebook page: “We are devastated and our hearts break to share with you this. this tuesday morning one of our buddies, dominic strain passed away. he was a light in our club and was constantly making jokes and looking out for others.”

A GoFundMe has been established to assist Strain’s family with burial and funeral expenses. For more or to donate, visit gofundme.com/f/ e7sc3-memorial-fund-for-dominic.

Suspect still at large following attempted purse-snatching

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By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com Westfield Police Dept. released a press release seeking community assistance in identifying a suspect involved in CRIME an attempted purse-snatching more than a month ago.

At approximately 11:15 p.m. Aug. 24, WPD responded to the attempt in the 500 block of Morning Oaks Lane at the Flats at Spring Mill Station apartments in Westfield.

According to the Sept. 30 release, the victim stated the suspect approached her from behind as she was entering her apartment building.

The suspect is described as a stocky black male with a shaved head, beard, black shirt and black shorts. No one has been arrested in connection to the crime. WPD

A screenshot from the video showing an attempted purse-snatching at the Flats at Spring Mill Station apartment complex. Westfield Police Dept. has not arrested anyone in connection with the crime. (Video courtesy of Westfield Police Dept.)

is asking for the community’s assistance in identifying the suspect. Anyone with information about the crime should contact Detective Greg Marlow at gmarlow@westfield.in.gov.

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Cornerstone Bible Church conducts annual pumpkin patch event — Cornerstone Bible Church, 720 Liberty Dr., will conduct its annual pumpkin patch event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Oct. 9. Admission is free along with hot dogs, popcorn, cotton candy, and snow cones. There will be activities for the whole family including carnival games, inflatables, face painting and live music.

Ivy Tech partners with dualenroll.com — Ivy Tech Community College has partnered with dualenroll.com to provide an easy-to-navigate self-registration platform for dual-credit students. While dual credit can reduce college cost by thousands of dollars, students and families sometimes find the process of enrolling difficult to navigate. Dualenroll.com provides an intuitive enrollment

process built specifically for students taking college courses while still in high school.

Homework help — A new school year has added video tutoring services to help middle school and high school students better understand their math and science homework through Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s free AskRose Homework Help program. Rose-Hulman tutors are available Sunday through Thursday from 7 to 10 p.m. for tutoring sessions to help students in grades 6 through 12 by video, telephone call, email or chat. Tutors can be accessed via the AskRose website, AskRose. org, or calling by 877-275-7673.

Elective procedures suspended — IU Health has tempo-

rarily suspended all inpatient elective surgeries and procedures in response to increasing numbers of COVID-19 patients requiring hospitalization. The suspension will relieve pressure on care teams and free up space for critically ill patients. The hospital is notifying elective surgery patients of the suspension, which will be continuously monitored and extended as needed on a rolling basis for two-week periods.

Westfield Washington Township opens fall classes — Fall classes are now in session at Westfield Washington Township. There are free and paid classes available for preschool through adults. Registration is required for all classes. To view the program guide, visit westfieldwashingtontwp.us/101/OWWN-Guide.

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Invest Hamilton County official offers keys to hiring workers

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com As the vice president of workforce strategy for Invest Hamilton County, Mike Thibideau examines workplace EMPLOYMENT data trends.

So, with labor shortages in several fields since the COVID-19 pandemic hit in mid-March 2020, Thibideau addressed a Westfield Chamber of Commerce luncheon Sept. 16 at The Club at Chatham Hills in Westfield with the topic, “What’s Weighing Down Our Workforce?”

The issues included rising housing costs, child care, mental health, training, physical health and COVID-19, among others.

Although the August jobs report was flat, Thibideau said there were some positives.

“We saw an increasing number of people that were interested in returning to the labor market and we saw an increase in numbers in the labor market,” said Thibideau, a Carmel resident who started his job in May. “There are lot of people who have a lot on their back (as far as weighty issues).

Just because somebody pays for your training doesn’t mean they are going to help you with child care or doesn’t mean they will help with the utility bill.”

Thibideau said the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration provides services such as food stamps, temporary assistance for needy families and Medicaid support.

“They surveyed each person and asked what problems are you dealing with in your life,” Thibideau said. “Food insecurity is the top thing out of that with 47 percent. Lot of them can’t find food and a lot of them have trouble holding a job.”

Thibideau said 12 percent of respondents said they have difficulty finding child care.

Twenty-sevent percent said transportation prevents them from seeing a doctor.

Thibideau said there are several strong nonprofits and organizations in the county that can help.

“We need to make sure we understand the struggles people are facing to better equip them and empower their personal growth and upward mobility,” he said.

Thibideau said 22 percent of people who access support services have no formal education.

“Meaning beyond grade school education, they have not enrolled in a reported high

Mike Thibideau, vice president of workforce strategy for Invest Hamilton County, examines how businesses can retain workers at a Westfield Chamber of Commerce luncheon. (Photo by Mark Ambrogi)

school credentialed program,” Thibideau said.

A total of 41.9 percent have a high school education.

“As it goes from there, college degrees or any other education beyond a high school diploma is at 10 percent. This tracks across the state and tracks across the country,” Thibideau said. “We know achieving higher education credentials is drastically important to an individual’s ability, especially in Hamilton County, where costs continue to rise.”

Thibideau said a large percentage of open jobs have fairly low wages.

“It’s important for how we recruit those people, how we meet those business needs and how we develop the talent, and how we think of those occupations that exist in talent pipelines,” Thibideau said. “If you look at fields like food service, retail, hospitality, traditionally those organizations are hiring at low rates. They do have pathways of upper mobility and in certain instances, we are seeing the haves and have-nots of this recruitment field. There’s a reason now why Walmart will pay for college education for anyone who works in their stores and is eligible from a certain academic or achievement threshold. If Walmart is able to do that and pay $15 an hour, you have to see how you compete from a talent pipeline with that.

“Amazon just upped its minimum wage to $18 for all occupations. They have plenty of scholarships for people to use that as a stepping stone.”

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By Chris Bavender news@currentinwestfield.com The sixth annual Barktoberfest is set for 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 9 at Asa Bales Park, 205 W. Hoover St. The event raises PETS funds and awareness for the Humane Society for Hamilton County.

“We had conducted some market research and learned that many Westfield families are animal lovers, and at the time we did not offer any pet-related events,” said Kelley Wells, community events coordinator for Westfield Welcome. “We decided to take advantage of the fall season because everyone loves an opportunity to show off their pet in an adorable Halloween costume.”

The event will feature vendors selling pet-related products and services; caricature artists sketching human and canine attendees; a professional photographer taking photos (each attendee will receive a complimentary print); an agility arena for dogs; food vendors; and adoptable pets. In addition, the Westfield High School Animal Club will make bows for dog collars.

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HSE senior setter Weber guides volleyball team’s success

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Hamilton Southeastern High School senior volleyball player Emily Weber has learned not to dwell on miscues.

“I’ve made the most improvement in my mental game by far,” Weber said. “I’m learning to let plays roll off me and have next-ball mentality and to not dwell on a point I could’ve done something better.”

The 6-foot Weber is the standout setter for the Royals, who were 19-2 as of Sept. 27 “I think this team has so much potential and we can go very far in the postseason,” Weber said. “Every practice, we’re getting better, and it makes me believe we can go far in the postseason.”

Hamilton Southeastern coach Jason Young said Weber has been an excellent leader for the team.

“She has the experience of a state (finals) run under her belt and shares that wisdom with her current teammates,” Young said. “She is a terrific player and a better person.”

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College plans: Will play volleyball at Wright State and major in exercise science, then attend graduate school for physical therapy.

Favorite TV show: “Friends.”

Favorite musician: Thomas Rhett Favorite subject in school: Biology/science. championship match in 2019 before losing to New Castle, 3-1.

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that court with a whole community behind you is something I want again. This time, though, I want the blue ring.”

Weber was on the 2019 team with her sister, Abby, who was then a senior and now plays outside hitter for the University of Southern Indiana.

“Abby was a huge part in my involvement in the game,” Weber said. “She was the first

to play, and watching her fall in love with the game made me want to try it and see what it was truly about.”

Weber played softball as well as basketball growing up.

“Those were the sports my siblings played, and being on the basketball court or softball field was natural for me,” Weber said. “I began to focus on volleyball in seventh grade, though. I decided that it was my passion and I wanted to see how much potential I really had to play at a higher level each season.”

Weber reached 1,000 career assists earlier this season.

“It was always in the back of my mind and a goal I wanted to reach for myself, but the improvement and making my teammates better and giving them the best possible ball was, and is, definitely more important to me,” she said.

Weber committed to play volleyball for Wright State in Dayton, Ohio in December 2020.

“Wright State felt like home to me, and after talking to the coaches for months and meeting the girls, I knew that I belonged there,” Weber said.

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Westfield Mayor’s Yellow Tie Gala set for outdoors a 1-in-a-100 chance to win $5,000, will be a lot of fun.

“We will also hear compelling stories Westfield Youth Assistance Program about the impact Westfield Youth AssisBoard President Steve Latour is convinced tance Program is making in the city. Those guests will emattending will leave with a clear FUNDRAISER brace the 2021 understanding of how the proceeds format of the from the evening will be used to Westfield Mayor’s Yellow Tie Gala. make Westfield even better than The event, all proceeds of which it is.” benefit the WYAP, will be held outLatour said more than 300 tickets doors at 6:30 p.m. Oct. 8 at The have been sold.

Bridgewater Club in Westfield. The “The organizing committee is Latour event was held virtually in 2020 working to raise $125,000, our most because of the COVID-19 pandemic. significant fundraising goal for this event to “We genuinely believe it will be a specdate,” Latour said. “The WYAP relies on the tacular evening out under the stars at The generous support of corporate and individBridgewater Club,” said Latour, Westfield ual donors. Without this support and the Chamber of Commerce executive director. funds raised from the Yellow Tie Gala event, “The outdoor setting will be inviting to WYAP would not have the resources it depeople because the grounds are beautiful, pends on to meet the needs of the youth and we also know that people will feel more we serve in Westfield.” comfortable attending an event outside.

The Mayor’s Yellow Tie Gala is the WYAP’s The live music, food stations, wine tasting, only fundraising event each year. photo booth, wine pull, live auction and, of “To date, we have impacted more than course, the Reverse Raffle, where you have 1,150 Westfield youth, and our referrals, and

depth of needs, continue to grow exponentially,” Latour said. “This year, specifically, we’ve tried to address the academic gap of the youth in our program due to the impact of COVID, but we cannot meet this need without the community.”

The WYAP was founded in 2009 and serves as the early intervention advocate for youth ages 3-17 who face challenging life circumstances at home and in school.

“Through our services, we put the necessary and accessible support in place for the youth to work through their challenges and overcome them,” Latour said. “We also strive to take things a step further by recognizing their strengths and interests and empowering them with greater opportunities and relationships to enhance their well-being and become the best version of themselves.

“Services include connections to mental health services, enrichment and camps, truancy supports, tutoring and mentoring.”

The fundraiser’s presenting sponsor is Taft. There will be a live auction featuring five items. Tickets are $150. For more, visit westfieldyellowtiegala.com.

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CONSTRUCTION WESTFIELD Project: Wheeler Road traffic signals Location: Construction started on Wheeler Road at the intersections of both Ind. 32 and Tournament Trail. The project will add a traffic signal at Wheeler Road and Tournament Trail, complete the connection on Tournament Trail from Wheeler Road to Oak Ridge Road and add a second left turn lane on Wheeler Road at Ind. 32. There will not be any closures.

Expected completion: Before the end of the year Project: Drainage project Location: The Hamilton County Highway Dept. will close the intersection of 196th Street and Grassy Branch Road Oct. 4 for a drainage project. Please follow signage for the designated detour route.

Expected completion: Oct. 8 Project: Small structure replacement Location: Anthony Road will be closed between Ind. 38 and 216th Street for the replacement of a small structure.

Expected completion: This project has been delayed until 2022.

Project: New roundabout construction Location: The intersection of 151st Street and Ditch Road will be closed for approximately 60 days. Construction began Sept.

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Estimated completion: End of November Project: New roundabout construction Location: The intersection of 169th Street and Spring Mill Road will be closed for approximately 60 days. Construction began Sept. 7.

Estimated completion: November Project: Jersey Street Location: From Union Street to Mill Street Expected completion: Jersey Street will be closed for the remainder of the Grand Junction Plaza construction.

Project: Grand Junction Plaza Location: The parking lot west of Union Street and south of Main Street Expected completion: The gravel parking lot on the east end of Park Street is permanently closed as the Grand Junction Plaza is moving into the construction phase.

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to show the selling points from Westfield compared to some of our neighbors, so that creates an opportunity for certain types of A real estate presentation and panel development.” discussion will address the topic of “Why There will be a community investor panel, Westfield.” which will include Westfield Mayor DEVELOPMENT The objecAndy Cook, and a developer panel. tive of the Oct. “The community investor panel 11 event at Westfield’s Grand Park includes people who have already Events Center is to attract more committed to locating here in Westcommercial real estate to the city. field or are already here,” Krcmery “We know Westfield is an ideal said place for business and developThe investment panel members Krcmery ment,” said Michelle Krcmery, who are Traci Dossett, chief operating is in the business relations department officer, SEP; Larry Gray, chief executive offiwith the City of Westfield. “We’re sharing cer, IMMI; and Tim Hartman, site director at that message with the broader commuAbbott. nity, particularly people in the real estate The real estate developers panel will community.” share information on their current projects.

A real estate presentation and panel disPanel members are Pat Chittenden, Patch cussion will be from 3 to 5 p.m., followed by Development; Birch Dalton, EdgeRock Devela cocktail reception and networking session opment; Justin Moffett, Old Town Compafrom 5 to 7 p.m. nies; and Chris Wilkes, Holladay Properties.

“We’ll be sharing information about The event requires reservations so that current development as well as the opporthe number of attendees can be monitored. tunities that exist for future development For more, visit westfieldworks.com/ and business,” Krcmery said. “We’re an why-westfield-2021. area with low taxes, low crime. We want

• The Carmel Fraternal Order of Police is raising money to provide food baskets for those families in need in the Carmel/Hamilton County area this Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays • Our goal is to provide 500 food baskets at Thanksgiving and another 500 baskets at Christmas • This is our 41st year working with the Good Samaritan Network of Hamiliton County and new this year we are partnering with our local Sam’s Club • We are a 501(c)3 charitable non-profit foundation and do not hire outside solicitors THERE ARE TWO WAYS TO DONATE...

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By Chris Bavender news@currentinwestfield.com Participating in the annual Walk to End Alzheimer’s is important to Westfield resident Traci McGaha and her family. McGaha’s mother, Sharon Harris, died in November 2020 at age 66 from frontotemporal dementia, an uncommon type of dementia that causes problems with behavior McGaha and language.

“We walk because that was her favorite thing. She used to walk for miles,” McGaha said. “When my dad interviewed caregivers to help with her, he would ask if they were in shape and let them know they would be walking miles a day to keep up with her.”

Taking part in the walk not only is a way to keep the memory of McGaha’s mom alive but also raises awareness of the disease.

“I hope that during my lifetime I get to see them ‘raise the white flower,’ which means they found a cure. It’s a very slow way to deteriorate and it is very difficult on the caregivers,” McGaha said. “I saw the toll it took on my dad. One day he was taking her car keys away from her and the next day turning locks around at home to lock her in the house so she couldn’t wander off.”

Harris was diagnosed when she was 61. The family first noticed something was wrong when Harris started forgetting to do things.

“We wondered if it was because of her recent retirement and if she was bored or depressed because Dad was still working and she was spending time alone,” McGaha said. “I had gotten engaged, and when my sister was married, Mom was very much involved. Party planning was a hobby of hers. But Mom would forget to call the photographer and not remember things, so that was kind of a red flag. Her personality was changing and was so different and we knew something was wrong but didn’t know what it was because she looked perfectly normal.”

Harris moved full time into a memory care facility in Battle Creek, Mich., in 2019. When the COVID-19 pandemic prevented in-person visits, McGaha would bundle up her toddler twin boys, Thomas and Austin, and drive to

The shirts have a purple ribbon on the front and the phrase, “We walk for Mimi” on the back.

“The kids talk about their Mimi shirts all the time. Every year for Christmas we get the four grandkids, ‘We walk for Mimi’ shirts — long and short sleeved so they can always wear them” McGaha said. “They want to wear their Mimi shirts all the time.”

McGaha’s advice to anyone who has a loved one battling the disease is simple: “Concentrate on the memories you can make and the things you can do.”

Walk to End Alzheimer’s Director Julie Moore said the event is important because the disease can be isolating.

“Being able to come together again to fight this disease is important because it reminds people that they aren’t alone and that there is hope,” Moore said. “Many participants tell us they are walking not only to support those who are living with the disease and honor those they have lost, but also for their children and grandchildren.

They walk in the hope that the next generations won’t have to face this disease.”

The Walk to End Alzheimer’s was Oct. 2 at IUPUI’s Michael A. Carroll Stadium in downtown Indianapolis. For more, visit alz.org/ Indiana/walk.

ON THE COVER: From left, Traci McGaha, Austin McGaha, Thomas McGaha and Brad McGaha walk in memory of Traci’s mother. (Photo by Anna Skinner)

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Thomas McGaha, left, and Austin McGaha wear shirts in memory of their grandma. (Photo by Anna Skinner)

Michigan to visit from outside the window.

“We would bring balls for the kids to play outside the window and we decorated the tree outside for any holiday — Halloween, Christmas, Easter. I am not sure if she had the understanding that they were her grandchildren or if they were just cute kids, and she got really excited when they came to her window,” McGaha said. “I think that at least gave her a familiarization of who we were still and gave her something to do,

and I think it helped us process, too.”

During those visits, McGaha shot video of the twins and their grandmother.

“My gut just told me I should probably take a video of this one, and when we went to say goodbye, I choked up a little, and when I lifted them up the last time you can hear them saying, ‘Love you, Mimi,’” McGaha said.

The memory of Harris is kept alive for the twins on the shirts they wear for the walk.

Hobby: Travel Favorite destination: Either Florida or Ireland Last book she read: “Reaching to Heaven” by James Van Praagh Favorite TV show: “Friends” Coffee or tea: Coffee Food she could eat every day: Chips and salsa Food she absolutely can’t stand: Bleu cheese Favorite type of exercise: Walking Dogs or cats: Dogs Favorite way to relax: “I have twin toddlers. What’s (relaxing feel) like?”

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A party worth waiting for

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Commentary by Danielle Wilson

How do I love thee? Let me count the ways. No, really, let me count the ways.

Everybody makes lists. We love them — grocery, favorite and bucket. In their best form, they help us to stay focused and live by priorities set by our earlier selves. In their worst form, they become false gods leading us to believe that having lists, alone and in themselves, is sufficient. Isn’t the point of lists the actions that are required to complete them and not just their creation?

Regardless, lists now clutter the media, social or otherwise, with full lists dedicated to the “best lists on the internet.” Sure, it can be fun to imagine the 10 top songs of the decade or the 100 most popular names for our poodle. But in a world where our attention is sold by technology companies like cans of tomatoes, every time we click, someone makes money. And lists are the ultimate clickbait device. Following a list requires a different button to proceed from Item 1 to Item 2. The more we click, the more they profit.

Universities, towns, cities, pop stars and even the producers of “Survivor Island” understand the perception value of being at the top of the list, and the web is only too eager to gain from it. Do lists have any value? Can we rely upon their accuracy, upon the design of their criteria, or even the bias of their survey?

Do we know the legitimate standards by which to judge anything as “the best” or “the worst?” Even as we assume that lists are innocuous little helpers, are they giving much upon which to depend? Or do they mislead us into a trap of overconfidence? This column now includes everything on its draft list, so it must be complete, right?

What do you do when your 78-yearold father dies during a global pandemic when his peer group is most at risk?

You postpone the funeral for 12 months and then party like it’s 1999! Or 2021.

Really, any year other than 2020.

We started the celebration of life weekend with a mother/daughters visit to his fake gravesite (he was cremated and is now scattered in various places across the U.S, including — but not limited to — Garden City, S.C., and Pebble Beach, Calif.) to toast Dad with his beloved vodka. From there, we headed to the neighborhood steak joint to reminisce about our most favorite vacation antics (Tish falling slow-mo into a pool) and Christmas Eve skits (“Silence of the Lambs”).

Saturday saw a mass in Dad’s honor, complete with an honor guard of 30 judges; a retired priest who changed a prayer mid-read, muttering, “I don’t like that one;” a gospel singer who had everyone weeping with the most powerful rendition of “Amazing Grace” I’ve ever heard; and a touching eulogy given by one of Dad’s dearest friends. And I’d be remiss without mentioning that my four sisters and I stole the “show” with our introductory remarks about which of us was Dad’s favorite (it’s me, Emily, so back off!). More than 150 people joined us afterward at a reception to tell more stories of Dad, laugh at the photos that filled the space and enjoy some truly incredible deviled eggs.

Waiting a year for closure was hard, but it gave us all the space and courage to celebrate Dad in a way that he deserved – a party for the ages.

Peace out.

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

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That’s using your melon Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

mouthful of pure enjoyment. I’m not the neatest eater, so the juices often drip onto I have something in common with Mark the basement floor, and the result looks Twain. He was a brilliant writer, an internalike a murder scene after an unsuccessful tional raconteur and the greatest humorist evidence cleanup. of his time. OK, it’s none of those things: It’s Why are watermelon-based desserts our shared love of watermelon. Twain called seldom on menus? There’s peach cobbler watermelon the food of angels. I agree. Ever and cherries jubilee and apple pie. But a big since I was a kid, I have loved the sugary, crisp wedge of watermelon? Nope. Here’s watery treat. When I discovered there were an offer: After you dine at a restaurant, seedless varieties, I forego dessert was thrilled, but that and come to my Twain called watermelon the food ended my spitting cahouse. I’ll give you of angels. I agree. Ever since I was a your own spoon reer — which had just started to take off. and lead you down kid, I have loved the sugary, watery Here’s an excerpt the stairs to my treat. When I discovered there were of one of Twain’s treats. Enjoy. But seedless varieties, I was thrilled, tales, which includes don’t slip! but that ended my spitting career — a reference to his Watermelon is which had just started to take off. favorite snack: “When about 92 percent I was a boy, I spied a – DICK WOLFSIE water. When Mary cart full of watermelEllen and I were ons. I snitched one, dating, I took her ran into an alley and sunk my teeth into it. on a picnic. I knew she wasn’t a beer drinkThen a strange feeling came over me. Wither, so I brought some nice cold watermelon out a moment’s hesitation, I walked back to slices and encouraged her to try one. “Why, the vendor’s cart and replaced that melon — Dick Wolfsie,” she said, “I think you are tryand took a ripe one.” ing to hydrate me!”

Watermelon is a member of the CucurbiMore trivia: Watermelon seeds were found taceae family. I don’t know who else is in strewn all across the floor in the tomb of this family, but I look forward to meeting Tutankhamun — proof that even a pharaoh them (or should I say “eating” them?). Wacouldn’t find good help 4,000 years ago. termelon is full of antioxidants that destroy The heaviest watermelon ever grown was free radicals, and while I have no idea what 350 pounds. I’d have loved to have owned that means, it does sound like something I’d that giant marvel of delight, but to sort of be in favor of. quote Chief Brody in the movie “Jaws,” “Hey, In our basement refrigerator, I keep a Dick, you’re gonna need a bigger fridge.” stash of my guilty pleasures. Mary Ellen forbids huge jars of pickles and six packs of beer in our upstairs fridge. But most Dick Wolfsie is an author, of the space in the downstairs Amana is columnist and speaker. Contact often taken up by a split Black Diamond him at wolfsie@aol.com. watermelon, each half on its own shelf. I frequently sneak downstairs and enjoy a

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Avoid hiking injuries Commentary by Dr. David Sullivan October is one of the most popular months to enjoy fall foliage and hiking trails. Before you head out, PODIATRY make sure you take the proper precautions to avoid any foot or ankle injuries. Check out my three tips for preventing problems.

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By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Kendra Randle’s connection with “The Color Purple” goes back several years.

“When the first cast that THEATER Oprah Winfrey presented, I had the opportunity to go see it in Broadway in New York City with my family,” said Randle, a 2007 Lawrence Central High School graduate who was in middle school at the time. “That was Randle one of the first Broadway productions I ever saw. It was great to see people who looked like me and people of color to be performing. You don’t often get to see an all-Black cast.

“It was a very powerful thing for me at a young age. It tells a powerful story as well.”

Randle is now set to perform as Nettie in Civic Theatre’s production of “The Color Purple,” set for Oct. 8 to 23 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. The presentation features the first all-Black cast of a Civic Theatre production since 1988 when it staged a version of “Guys and Dolls” in Indianapolis.

The musical adaption of the Pulitzer Prize-winning book spotlights Celie, a down-trodden young woman whose personal awakening through the course of 40 years forms the center of the plot. “The Color Purple” was made into a 1985 movie featuring Winfrey.

Randle plays Nettie, Celie’s younger sister.

“It exudes sisterhood and the relationship she has,” said Randle, who is an assistant principal at an Indianapolis middle school. “I don’t have a sister in real life, but I have an older brother. I’m the baby of the family, and in the show I also play the baby. I’m looking to embody what it looks like to have that relationship with a sister.

I’m close to my brother.

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INDIANAPOLIS CHILDREN’S CHOIR The Indianapolis Children’s Choir will perform “Simple Gifts” at 7 p.m. Oct. 9 at the Zionsville Performing Arts Center. For more, visit icchoir.org.

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taught in the classroom for seven years and went on to administration.”

Indianapolis resident Bridgette Ludlow plays the lead role of Celie.

“I had seen the movie before and seen the Broadway revival of it with Cynthia Ervio,” Ludlow said. “I’ve always followed Cynthia Ervio’s career and thought it was a fantastic role to play. Celie is just an interesting character to play. There are a bunch of challenges. It’s mostly having to separate myself from the character of Celie emotionally. In the show, Celie is beaten down verbally and physically and mentally. It’s definitely a challenge to go home after being so engrossed in the script. She is always told she is ugly. We all have our own insecurities and I know I have mine as a person, especially being an actress.

“It’s hard to go home and separate myself from that.”

Indianapolis resident Miata McMichel plays Squeak, Harpo’s mistress, in her first Civic production.

“I’ve seen the movie several times,” she said. “It’s really heavy content, so I wasn’t

allowed to watch when I was young. I’ve not seen it on stage before, only YouTube clips of it. Normal human nature is to turn your nose up at the thought of the other woman. It’s been fun to tell that story on stage of the other woman. It gives the mistress a human side.”

McMichel said the stage version gives Squeak’s character more depth. She also said having an all-Black cast again at Civic is long overdue.

“I’m just glad to be a part of that groundbreaking moment,” she said. “Hopefully, we’ll see more of that in years to come.”

Jonathan Studdard plays two roles — the Preacher and Ol’ Mister. He also is part of the ensemble.

“It keeps me on my toes, for sure,” Studdard said. “It’s a little busy, but I love it.”

The Indianapolis resident had played the title role in “The Cat in the Hat” several times at Civic.

Studdard, who grew up in Carmel, performed as the Preacher and in the ensemble in a version of “The Color Purple” on a regional tour several years ago.

The Carmel Symphony Orchestra will open its 2021-22 Masterworks Series, featuring guest pianist Orion Weiss, at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 9. For more, visit carmelsymphony.org.

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‘Wings of Love’ to support Indy Opera editorial@youarecurrent.com The Indianapolis Opera will present a celebration called “Wings of Love,” which will serve as the annual Opera Ball, from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Oct. 16 at the Scottish Rite Cathedral. The Indianapolis Opera fundraiser features cocktails, dining, silent auction, gaming and dancing. Guests also will have an opportunity to bid on unique silent auction items.

Carmel resident Phyllis Feigenbaum will receive the Kathryn Taurel Woman of the Arts Award, which is presented to a woman in the Indianapolis area who has made significant contributions as a volunteer for a local arts organization.

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By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com The Phantom has been a dream role for Logan Moore since he was a kid.

“But not MUSICAL this Phantom,” Moore said.

The Indianapolis resident was a fan of Andrew Lloyd Weber’s “Phantom of the Opera.”

Moore “However, I have fallen in love with (Maury) Yeston’s ‘Phantom’ and the story of Erik, the Phantom,” Moore said.

“The Phantom is more human in this version and actually has a story that gets to develop in the show. You get his backstory.

You learn about his mother and father, why he lives in the catacombs underneath the opera house. There is also a beautiful number with Erik and his father at the end of the show that will make for no dry eyes in the house. Getting to know who Erik is and what he has gone through in his lifetime has been quite the undertaking, but what an actor dreams of being able to portray.”

Moore will perform in Beef & Boards Din-

ner Theatre’s production of “Phantom” from Oct. 7 to Nov. 21. He learned about “Phantom” when Richard White came to Beef & Boards to perform in “Man of La Mancha.”

White played Erik in the world premiere of “Phantom.”

“What I have learned while sharing the stage with Richard White is that he unapologetically throws himself into whatever character he needs to become,” Moore said.

Curry “Richard showed that the connection was extremely important. I loved sharing the stage with him because I trusted him fully due to that connection.”

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“Orion has been on my list to bring in and work with for a long time,” Hymes said. “I actually heard him play in Maine this sumCarmel Symphony Orchestra Artistic Dimer. He was playing in a chamber music rector Janna Hymes had a specific plan for group. I’ve always wanted to work with the 2021-22 season him. His name has been on my radar CONCERT opener at the Palladifor a long time. He’s a first-rate muum at the Center for sician. He’s been with a lot of major the Performing Arts in Carmel. orchestras.”

“I wanted to open the program Hymes said Beethoven’s “Fifth with two very different pieces that Symphony” is very recognizable. are both quite popular that will “It’s balanced and symmetric,” bring people in,” Hymes said.

Hymes said. “Rachmaninoff is Weiss The CSO will open its Masterlush and romantic and much more works Series Oct. 9 with Rachmaninoff’s emotional in an expressive way. Beetho“Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor,” followed ven’s ‘Fifth’ is emotional, too, but in a very

by Beethoven’s “Fifth Symphony.” different way. We’re looking forward to “After COVID, it’s important to bring compeople being back in the hall and hearing munity together in an environment that live music.” is safe and healthy and we can share the Hymes said musicians feed off the excitebeautiful,” Hymes said. “This season is all ment and energy of a live audience. about diversity of music and bringing the “We’ve missed that, we need that, and community together. These pieces are very we’re all anticipating getting back to what popular. You don’t even have to like orcheswe know and love best — and that’s pertra music to recognize and love it.” forming exceptional music in front of a big Guest pianist Orion Weiss will be featured and appreciative crowd,” she said. on “Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor.”

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Pedde, a Carmel resident, said the choir will maintain social distance and wear face masks. It is suggested that audience memIndianapolis Children’s Choir’s theme for bers also wear masks. A livestream link also its opening concert is “Simple Gifts.” will be available.

“Our goal is to focus “We put together a handbook of MUSIC on the simple things CDC protocols and we’ve had zero that got us through COVID spreads in our organization the pandemic,” ICC Artistic Director by following these guidelines,” Joshua Pedde said. “(It’s) a reminder Pedde said. “We’re proud of that of time with friends and family, a and we’re proud we’re able to offer lot of things we seemed to take for these concerts in a safe way.” granted before the pandemic. All The beginning, intermediate and Pedde the music reflects the things we’ve advance level ensemble will all be learned about the last year-and-a-half.” part of the concert.

The ICC will open the 2021-22 season with “We have it all flow very nicely,” Pedde “Simple Gifts” at 7 p.m. Oct. 9 at the STAR said.

Bank Performing Arts Center in Zionsville.

Approximately 400 singers will take part Songs will include “My Favorite Things” from in the 75-minute concert. The performers “The Sound of Music,” a spiritual called “Murange from third-graders to high school sic Down in My Soul” and a folk tune, “How seniors.

Can I Keep From Singing.”

“There are different levels of artistry,” This will be the ICC’s first time performing Pedde said. “There is something for everya concert of its own at the Zionsville venue. body. It’s a very family friendly concert. If The ICC had partnered with the Central Inthey haven’t seen a concert by ICC before, diana Dance Academy’s production of “The it’s something they’ll really enjoy.”

Nutcracker” at the venue.

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History of Turkey Run State Park Everything about nothing Commentary by Don Knebel

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The 2,382 acres of Turkey Run State Park in Marshall encompass some of Indiana’s most unusual geology. The TRAVEL park also features memorials for the man and woman most responsible for its existence.

For 2 million years, glacial meltwaters carved canyons, gorges and other geologic features in a sandstone area in Parke County locals named “Turkey Run.” As a teenager, Juliet Straus frequented the heavily wooded area. In 1915, after becoming famous as a columnist for Ladies Home Journal, she urged Indiana’s governor to preserve Turkey Run in its natural state. At the same time, Richard Lieber, a German immigrant, sought to establish a state park system to preserve Indiana’s natural resources. The efforts of Lieber, Straus and others led to the creation of Indiana’s state park system in 1916, the state’s centennial year. Using private funds, Turkey Run was purchased and given to Indiana the same year. In 1918, Lieber purchased a cabin built from tulip poplar logs in 1848 and moved it to the park, where it remains. Straus died the same year and her memorial, featuring an elegant statue

by Hoosier sculptor Myra Reynolds Richard, was dedicated in 1922.

Today, the park includes 30 miles of trails, ranging from easy to rugged, some of which follow streambeds. One trail leads to Sunset Point and spectacular views. Another leads over a suspension bridge to Rocky Hollow Falls Canyon Nature Preserve. An easy trail leads to an 1871 log church, moved to the park in 1923, that conducts nondenominational Sunday services. A memorial near the church contains Lieber’s ashes and those of his wife.

Overnight guests at Turkey Run State Park stay in the 61 rooms in the inn or in

I can rattle off several words that mean “nothing.” Today, I’d like to define variations and synonyms of “nothing.”

“Bubkes” (or “buGRAMMAR GUY pkes”, “bupkus”) is the Yiddish word for “nothing” or “the least amount.” If the local high school football team is lousy, you might say, “They won’t win bubkes this season.”

“Diddly-squat” means “the least amount” or “anything at all.”

“Goose egg” is a sports term meaning “zero.” It is a term taken from the shape of the numeral zero, which resembles an egg.

“Hill of beans” means the least important amount or value. If my debate opponent didn’t look favorably on my argument, he might say, “Your unverifiable statistics about annual falling coconut deaths don’t amount to a hill of beans!”

“Nada” is a Spanish word for “nothing.” If you’re looking for “nothing,” you’ve found it.

“Nil” also means “nothing.” We get it from the Latin word “nihil.” If you’re consid-

A trail at Turkey Run State Park. (Photos by Don Knebel)

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ering taking up nihilism as your guiding life philosophy, it won’t amount to anything.

“Naught” (also “nought”) is a flexible word that can mean “nothing, zero, or not much.” The spelling variant “nought” was more popular than “naught” until the late 19th century.

“Null” often takes on legal connotations, meaning “having no legal or binding force.” We get it from the Latin word “nullus,” which means “none.”

“Zilch” means “nothing,” but around the 1930s it meant “an insignificant person.”

The word’s origins are early 20th century, and in 1931 we find a character in the comic “Ballyhoo” called “Mr. Zilch.”

“Zip,” as a verb, can mean “fast.” But, as a noun, “zip” means “zero” or “nothing.” If your lousy hometown high school football team scores no points, you might say, “Those bums lost 27 to zip.”

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Professional & Economical Remove tree stumps, ugly tree roots, stumps in and around chain link or wood fences. We also remove tree stumps that are protruding up onto sidewalks and around sidewalks. We grind them and/or remove. Please Call & Text at 816-778-4690 or 317-341-4905.

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GARAGE SALES WATERSTONE NEIGHBORHOOD GARAGE SALE

Tons of homes participate. Make sure you get all four neighborhoods!

Designer clothing, furniture, housewares, kid’s stuff, and incredible deals!

This sale is too good to miss!

Waterstone is east of Gray Road between 116th and 126th Entrances to neighborhood are at 116th, 126th, and Gray Road Includes Bayhill, Brookfield, Stonewick, and Windpointe Thursday October 7th, Friday October 8th, Saturday October 9th from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. daily

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NOW HIRING Hiring experienced lawn care laborers, shrub and tree trimmers, Bobcat operators immediately. Text/call Jay 574-398-2135

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NOW HIRING IMMEDIATE OPENINGS FOR SKILLED CARPENTERS!

Looking for job security? Simpson Construction Services has so much work that it must hire five people for residential remodeling NOW. The skilled carpenters we select will have strong abilities in bathroom remodeling, but also with respect to kitchens, decks, basements, wood and tile flooring, doors and windows, interior and exterior painting, drywall, plumbing and electrical, siding and room additions. Again: Only skilled carpenters need apply. For immediate consideration, call Gary Simpson at 317.703.9575.

GUEST SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE, CITY OF WESTFIELD

This role is highly customer-service focused and requires strong professionalism, communication, and multi-tasking skills • Confidence in answering phones, data entry, and greeting customers are essential • Position performs a variety of accounting duties involving utility billing, cash handling, collections, and accounts payable/receivable • Please send resume via email to blouks@westfield. in.gov or mail to City of Westfield 2728 E. 171st St. Westfield, IN 46074 Attn: Bradie Louks

CARMEL OFFICE Hiring full-time Administrative Assistant Customer service based position HOA MGMT office – work would be performed on locations around Indy area.

Company vehicle provided. $15-$16 with benefits.

Please send resume to: jfreeman@cas-indiana.com

SCREEN PRINTING COMPANY NEEDS HELP

in our retail shop 25 hours a week.

12:30 pm to 5:30 pm, $14 per hour.

Call Beth at 317-867-8518.

HELP WANTED:

Looking for an entry level employee to round out my help desk. It is a perfect job for college aged students or someone looking to return to the workforce.

Primary duties would be inbound tech support calls, emails, and light office work. Mid-morning, approximately 15 hours per week. Please send resumes, work history, or questions to: mkress@theankerconsultinggroup.com

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OPERATIONS MANAGER Clevernest is a growing company servicing homebuilders, architects, and residential clients throughout central Indiana, as an Andersen Window and Door Dealer, specializing in the installation of all that we sell.

We are looking for an Operations Manager, who possesses a strong supportive mindset of “how can I help” and deeply appreciates finding joy on executing tasks and projects on a daily basis.

This position is responsible for the activities related to operations after the sale; therefore, one must have the ability to juggle multiple projects at once and be an advocate for our clients.

Requirements: The ideal candidate is professional, entrepreneurial minded, and able to lead and assist with all aspects of a project post sale until completion; day to day warehouse, inventory, and field supervision; and likes to get his hands dirty! Construction or Carpentry skills required.

To Apply: CLEVERNEST INC 240 W. Carmel Drive 46032 tom@clevernest.com; 317-688-8100 www.clevernest.com

CARMEL OFFICE

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Hiring full time Custodian

Hiring full time Maintenance Technician

HOA MGMT office – work would be performed on locations around Indy area.

Company vehicle provided.

HOA MGMT office – work would be performed on locations around Indy area.

Company vehicle provided.

$15-$17 with benefits.

Please send resume to: jfreeman@cas-indiana.com

$15-$17 with benefits.

Please send resume to: jfreeman@cas-indiana.com

COMPUTER TECHNICIAN NEEDED

Local Computer repair shop in need of PC and Mac techs with experience pref both PC and Macs, certification strongly desired, pleasant personality & some sales experience. Pay starting at $16/hour and up for F/T. Send resume with cover letter to jobs@ctcarmel.com

YOUR CLASSIFIED AD HERE! Call Dennis O’Malia 317-370-0749

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