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The Westfield Education Foundation is looking at a new way to raise funds for its teacher grants and stuFUNDRAISER dent scholarships.

The WEF wants to raise $30,000 during a Giving Tuesday campaign through Nov. 27. Giving Tuesday is a worldwide initiative that started in 2012 and is dedicated to charitable giving around Skinner the holiday season. This is the first year the WEF will participate.

“The Westfield Education Foundation has chosen to increase our fundraising efforts in order to better meet the educational needs for the youth in our rapidly growing community,” WEF Executive Director Jan Skinner said. “We want to provide even more financial support to our educators by funding additional classroom enrichment grants. By setting our compass to align with the goals of the school district, we can ensure education excellence for students in all grade levels.”

WEF recently awarded 14 teacher grants totaling $10,418.60. Teachers in all nine schools received grants for projects including how to use drones and how to play ukuleles and a physical education classroom received funds for an obstacle course. The Westfield Middle School will construct picnic tables for an outdoor classroom. And the Westfield Intermediate School will purchase books to develop book clubs and more.

There were 22 grant applications.

If WEF receives enough funds during the Giving Tuesday campaign, it may be able to award more grants this school year.

“We are continuing our search for more funding as we would like to award more grants,” Skinner said. “The Giving Tuesday funding could help us add to this amount because there were so many good grants, but our available funds had a limit.”

The WEF will award student scholarships in May. Although the Nov. 27 Giving Tuesday is a one-day event, the WEF is encouraging people to give early. To donate, visit wws. k12.in.us/givingtuesday.

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WWS sees accountability grade increase to an A

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surements and ways at looking at accountability is important.

“There is going to be a new ILEARN test but the state hasn’t The Indiana Dept. of Education necessarily determined what those released the annual school accountscores will look like,” she ability reEDUCATION port Nov. said.

Grate said it will be a chal14. Westlenge transition from ISTEP field Washington Schools to ILEARN because they are corporation grade rose from two different tests. a B to an A. This year, Westfield WWS saw four of its Middle School maintained schools improve their A-F Grate its B rating, and Westfield rating with the IDOE, while High School maintained an two schools dropped a A rating. single grade.

“I am just very, very proud of This year’s A-F accountability report will be the first time WWS Supt. the commitment and dedication of all the teachers here in Westfield Sherry Grate will be able to reflect schools,” Grate said. “I feel like our on data provided during her tenure, staff is committed to the learning which began in summer 2016. The of the students and addressing the 2016-17 letter grades were reflective needs of students academically, of past school years, when former socially or emotionally. No matter WWS Supt. Mark Keen still was leadwhat our focus is on, we continue ing the district. to grow and improve and it’s imporCarey Ridge Elementary, Shamtant to look at lots of different ways rock Springs Elementary and Maple on how we are being successful.”

Glen Elementary all improved their Nearby Carmel Clay Schools, letter grades from a B to an A. WestNoblesville Schools and Hamilton field Intermediate School rose from Southeastern Schools all maintained a C to a B. an A corporation rating.

However, Washington Woods Roughly 22 percent of schools Elementary dipped from a B to a C, improved one or more letter grades, and Oak Trace Elementary School with nearly 9 percent improving the dropped from an A to a B. letter grade to an A. Overall, nearly Grate said letter grades don’t 64 percent of schools received an A paint a complete picture. or B, according to IDOE’s records.

“I think what’s really important “Our current accountability is being able to dig a little deeper grades are an indication of the into the information,” she said. “Oak great education Indiana students Trace is very high performing in the are receiving,” Indiana Supt. of Pubdistrict. Their numbers (show) they lic Instruction Jennifer McCormick still are high performing but there stated. “Our work is paying off and are lots of different factors that go as a department we will continue to into state letter grades.” partner with dedicated stakeholders Five of WWS’s schools dropped a to ensure every school and every letter grade, which school officials student is successful.” attributed to ISTEP+ exam issues.

Grate said having multiple mea-

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Hamilton County Tourism places banners around county — Hamilton County Tourism recently put up four banners in each of the four cities for the public to write notes of gratitude or say something that they are thankful for this season.

The banners have been placed at Nickel Plate Arts in Noblesville, Grand Park in Westfield, the Monon Center in Carmel and City Hall in Fishers.

Scouts honor veterans — On Nov. 8, the fourth-grade members of Cub Scout Pack 219 and the Girl Scout Troop from Joshewe Service Unit Central Indiana Council performed a flag ceremony for Monon Trail Elementary families at Westfield High School. From left, Tamrynne Eblen, Lily Amos, Layla Watkins, Teagan Boxler, Katelin Eblen, Natalie Ruden, Tim Ruden, Leon Allen, Alex Ricketts and Paula Ricketts. (Submitted photo) Westfield High School honors seniors — More than 140 Westfield High School seniors were honored at the school’s 21st annual Evening of Excellence event. Seniors with a grade point average of 3.8 or higher were honored. Also, 110 teachers were recognized by the students for their impact on academic performance.

Westfield High School asks for Christmas decorations — Westfield High School is looking for any Christmas decorations residents will donate. Decorated Christmas trees are displayed at the auditorium during the holiday season.

Specific items WHS is searching for include strands of white Christmas lights, wreaths, garland and Christmas tree ornaments. To donate, email majorsj@wws.k12.in.us.

Westfield Intermediate School now hiring — Westfield Intermediate School now has support staff openings. Job details include flexible hours and working with students. For more, contact Carmen Carnes or Mike McKinney at 317-867-6502.

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Woman honors female veterans

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Dee Timi figured she could find a perfect way to host a tribute to women veterans.

PrimeLife ARTS Enrichment received an arts grant for $5,000 from the City of Carmel Arts Council.

“So, we had to develop something that was artrelated,” Timi said. “I can Timi write a play or I can do something that will work, and this worked.”

Timi, a Westfield resident, conducted research for nearly a year to create the program Honoring Women Warriors performed Nov. 7. She created it from personal stories of PrimeLife Enrichment members who served in World War II, Korea and Vietnam.

Timi also included her cousin, Victoria Russell-Wilson, who joined the U.S. Army in 1976.

Timi interviewed six women veterans for the Veterans Day presentation with a readers’ theater with a PowerPoint in the background. Timi used much of the arts grant for sound equipment.

Carmel resident Tanya Haas was one of the readers.

“My husband is still in active reserves for the Navy,” Haas said. “He’s a Navy doctor and did his training in San Diego and was stationed in Camp Lejune, North Carolina for years. We have a lot of friends from our time in the military.”

Haas said she has worked with Timi in community theater in the past.

“She knew this was something I would be inCloonan terested in,” Haas said.

The other two readers were Tom Smith, Westfield, and Veronique Duprey, Indianapolis.

One of the stories was of Fishers resident Aileen Cloonan, 95, who was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the U.S. Army Corp. in August 1945, near the end of World War II, and discharged in May 1948.

Cloonan worked as a physical therapist at different stations, including Camp Atterbury in Edinburgh. She served 18 months at Letterman General Hospital in San Francisco.

“To hear her read it was completely different,” Cloonan said. “For the first time, I got to hear it in third person.”

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A REMONSTRANCE IN THE WORKS Westfield Washington Township tax rate increase further explained; residents seek signatures against bond

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By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Although the Westfield Washington Township Board of Trustees recently approved a series of bonds totaling $15 million for park land acquisition near MacGregor Park in northern Westfield, there still are unCOVER STORY answered questions about the new tax rate.

The board approved the first bond in the three-step series, 2-1. The first bond is for $5.7 million with a .0136 percent tax rate for township and city residents. The rate has a different effect on the 1-, 2- and 3-percent tax caps.

Originally, township officials said the tax would affect township homeowners with an assessed value of $159,000 or lower, or city homeowners with an assessed value of $112,000 or lower due to property tax caps. However, the caps will increase next year, requiring homeowners with higher assessed values to pay the tax. The township assessed value will rise next year to $305,000 and the city assessed value will rise to $154,000.

Several residents are organizing a remonstrance against the bond. Current in Westfield answered several frequently asked questions regarding the tax and specified who exactly would be affected.

Hadley Park Old Friends Cemetery Park Asa Bales Park Grand Junction Park and Plaza

Q: What about acquiring park land?

A: The reason the township lobbied to pass the bond

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Q: What is a remonstrance and how does that affect me?

A: Several township residents are organizing a remonstrance, which means they have until Nov. 25 to acquire 500 signatures from those against the new tax. Signers must be property owners or registered voters. Signatures are then validated and the township reviews the remonstrance. Then, groups are formed for those in favor of and those against the new tax. Whichever side receives the most signatures wins. If a remonstrance is granted, the bond is delayed. The township can vote on the bond again in one year.

Township resident Shelly Brown is seeking signatures for the remonstrance. It was launched by Marla Ailor, who challenged Danielle Carey Tolan for the township trustee office in the 2018 Republican primary. “(The remonstrance) gives some time for us to think of other ways to do it (acquire land) and maybe try to raise some money or start saving money,” Brown said. “I think it’s important for people to feel the effect of the school referendum on their taxes before they agree to sign up for even more taxes.”

Next year, the school referendum tax rate will more than double from roughly .2 percent to .5079 percent. The referendum does not apply to tax caps, meaning residents will pay higher taxes overall.

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series was to acquire park land, likely near MacGregor Park.

However, many residents are unclear about why a $15 million bond was passed when there are already other parks within township limits. Although Westfield Washington Township only manages two of those – MacGregor Park and Redbud Park – several other parks are managed by Hamilton County and the City of Westfield.

Township resident and former township Parks Director Jen Smith said she supports parks but was taken aback by the tax increase.

“I am pro-park. I frequent our local, state and national parks, yet this $15 million township parks tax came as a shock,” she said. “It seems out of scale given both an annual township park budget around $350,000 and a 2016 township plan survey that shows a majority of our people are happy with our parks.”

Smith said future park land should be acquired as it has been in the past – through matching grant and fiscally responsible decisions.

However, Carey Tolan thinks it’s important to obtain land now, while it’s available.

“Westfield is one of the fastest growing cities in the county and the state. There is roughly 6,000 acres of open space across the U.S. that is being converted into development. We want to preserve our valuable land while it’s available and ensure we are able to provide much wanted green space in our township,” she said. “We know that quality of life is important to residents in Westfield Washington Township and they are afforded that in part by our parks and trails.”

Q: I’m a city homeowner, and my assessed value is higher than the $112,000 assessed value property tax cap. That means I won’t pay the new tax rate, right?

A: Not necessarily. Next year, the city’s assessed value tax cap will rise to $154,000. Anyone with an assessed value below $154,000 and who falls into the 1 percent tax cap bracket will pay the .0136 tax rate. Those in the 1 percent Continued on Page 9

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COMMUNITY Continued from Page 8 tax cap bracket are taxed on their home and up to 1 acre of land. If the assessed value increases each year, the tax rate will then affect more people.

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because they rent to many elderly residents.

Huff, however, said not passing along the increase isn’t common for landlords.

“There’s probably not very many people out there who wouldn’t raise the rent (if taxes increased),” she said.

Q: I’m a renter, and I don’t own a home.

That means I won’t pay the new tax rate, right?

A: Maybe not. There is a 2 percent tax cap that applies to landlords.

If a landlord has a tax increase, the increase could be passed onto the renter.

Westfield resident Pam Huff is a partial owner and landlord of Downs Rentals on North Union Street.

Huff When taxes increase, Huff said she and the other owners take the hit

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Q: I’m a city homeowner and fall into the 1 percent tax cap, but my assessed value is higher than next year’s estimated cap of $154,000. Does that mean the new tax rate won’t have an effect on me?

Q: If I am in the 1 percent tax cap, what will I pay for the new tax rate?

A: Beginning in 2019, if a township homeowner has an assessed value of $305,000, the resident will pay $22 annually for the new tax in addition to normal property taxes. For a city homeowner with a $154,000 assessed value, payment will be $9 annually. The bond is for 20 years.

A: Not exactly. Although city homeowners with an assessed value higher than $154,000 won’t see an increase, they still pay other township taxes. Hamilton County Auditor Settelment Admistrator Graham said because the new tax is a bond debt, the state requires it be paid first. Township taxes paid by residents higher than the assessed value will not increase with the new tax, but the funds will be reallocated.

“If it’s a debt rate (such as a bond), they (township officials) have to be sure they are able to make the bond payment. (The bond payment) is protected, so what happens is the general fund will see a shift within its units,” Graham said.

Graham said the bond could create a potential loss in fire assistance, poor relief or other funds.

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Responding to the trustee’s tax

Commentary by Terry Anker We’ve all done it. Probably, it is even more common among those of us who innocently claim that we never have. We blunder, misspeak, drop the ball, provoke and otherwise err in countless ways, countless times. So often, in fact, that our collective literature is rife with quotation reinforcing our flawed nature. “To err is human” begins the aphorism; and rightly concludes, “to forgive divine.” One imagines the intent of the tidy quote is to remind us of celestial authority over our humble existence, namely grace. But for too many, it is used to excuse our own responsibility to try to forgive. Routinely missing personal performance standards, we cling in judgment to the failings of others.

Perhaps, it is understandable.

Our own egos preserve us. And, our critique of others is crucial in selecting mates, partners and cohorts. Still, can we find our own failings as quickly as we find them in others? And if we do, can we reconcile our mistakes and forgive ourselves?

The internet delivers more than 9 million results for the question: How to get salt out of stew? One can safely assume that each entry provides roughly the same answer: Add more stew! While our personal journey of faith can provide us with a map to divine forgiveness, the human sort of mercy may require a bit more stew. Once we have been labeled by our actions, or misperceptions of them, we are left with a stew that may be too salty for the palate of those around us. Our children find us condescending. Our boss finds us lazy. Our spouse finds us disinterested. Are we trapped by it – or can we find a way to add more stew? We can demand they eat the salty stew, but should we?

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

In the midnight hour Commentary by Danielle Wilson I recently stayed up past midnight. On purpose. Why? Because I’m a good mom.

Here’s the skinny.

HUMOR My oldest daughter has been in marching band for four years as part of color guard. They’re the kiddos with the flags and rifles and sabers-not-swords who perform alongside the instrument people (not withstanding my tremendous karaoke skills, I’ve never been a “musically literate” person, so forgive me if I butcher the lingo). Her team (squad? group?

Or do I just keep saying “band?”) has earned many accolades, including a particularly timely national championship in 2016 after one of the longest weeks of my life that included, but was not limited to, facilitating a son’s broken-nose surgery and witnessing Trump elected, both while solo-parenting.

Ugh. Truly horrible.

But I digress. This weekend was my fakegun tosser’s last competition ever, as she

is not continuing with winter guard (yes, there’s a whole separate season for this!

Five more months of bodysuits and broken appendages). And I have never actually been to any of her finals. She thinks I went to the aforementioned nationals from my six days of hell on Earth, but I lied to her pretty little face because I just couldn’t muscle the energy to hang with thousands of super-pumped parents in Lucas Oil. Bottom line, I had to attend this one to have any shot at Mother of the Century, even if it meant sacrificing precious sleep. There’d literally be no “next time.”

I arrived at 8:45 p.m., she went on at 10:30 p.m. and they were announced champions at 12:30 a.m. I saw it all, even if it was through bleary eyes. Occasionally, I am a good mom.

Congratulations, my darling! Peace out.

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

QUOTE OF THE WEEK I am grateful for what I am and have.

My thanksgiving is perpetual.

–Henry David Thoreau

Editor, I am writing in response to the WestfieldWashington Township trustee’s letter to the editor in the Nov. 13 edition. While she is pleased the board members approved a tax levy, many taxpayers are not.

As Ms. (Danielle Carey) Tolan reminded us, she did not hold her office when the 2010 Township Parks Comprehensive Plan was developed, though she eludes to continuing the vision set forth in it. While there may be a desire to look at opportunities for township parks today, never has any mention of acquisition been made by means of borrowing $15 million by increasing taxes.

To date, I have been a staunch critic of the 2016 Washington Township Strategic Plan.

Ms. Tolan stresses on several occasions, throughout the material, that her goals include frugality, transparency and practicing efficiency. I, personally, find awarding $15 million to an ambiguously written resolution (that may or may not lend itself to green space acquisitions) to be none of these.

If you would like additional facts about this bond or signing a remonstrance petition against it, please contact nomoretaxesinwwt@gmail.com.

Marla Ailor, Washington Township resident

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By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Amanda Boldt grew up attending shows at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre.

Now, the 2013 Carmel High School graduate and Noblesville resident is excited to make her Beef & Boards debut in “Elf The Musical,” which runs MUSICAL from Nov. 23 to Dec. 31 at the north Indianapolis theater.

Boldt has performed throughout central Indiana with Booth Tarkington Civic, Nettle Creek Players, Bobdirex, The Cabaret and, most recently, with Indy Bardfest in “Merchant of Venice.”

“My favorite roles have been Grace in ‘Annie’ (Civic) and Cinderella in ‘Into the Woods’ (Nettle Creek),” Boldt said.

“Elf The Musical” is based on the 2003 movie. It follows the journey of Buddy, an orphan who lands in a toy bag and ends up Boldt being raised as one of Santa’s elves.

This is Boldt’s first time appearing in “Elf.” She plays a variety of roles and is in the ensemble.

“This is my first time spreading Christmas cheer by singing loud for all to hear,” Boldt said. “I’ll be honest, we’re more of a ‘It’s a Wonderful Life’ Christmas movie tradition kind of family, but I’ve always enjoyed ‘Elf,’ the movie. (I) saw the musical for the first time last year and thought it was just so full of fun and joy.”

Boldt will be able to show her versatility in her roles.

“Ensembles are honestly sometimes the most fun in a show,” Boldt said. “Especially something like ‘Elf,’ where I’m literally getting to play a Christmas elf, an office worker, a Macy’s employee and a TV reporter all in one show. It’s challenging having to develop dynamic and interesting choices for each character, but that’s what makes it so fun, unique and exciting.”

The 2017 Ball State graduate is a patron services representative for the Center for the Performing Arts and is a co-director of education with Actors Theatre of Indiana.

Beef & Boards owner Doug Stark is directing the show.

“We have had an amazing early interest in this show,” said Stark, a Zionsville resident.

“In hindsight, I should have opened it earlier. I’ve been choosing shows for the ‘Beef’ since 1980 — I’m still learning. The theater gods have been very good to us in 2018, and we are very fortunate that we have had two attention-getting shows this season.

The first was ‘Mamma Mia.’ Here’s hoping that ‘Grease’ and ‘A Christmas Story’ in 2019 generate the same enthusiasm.”

Dan Higgins is portraying Buddy. Emily Tucker is playing Jovie and Mark Epperson is cast as Walter Hobbs. All three are New York City residents.

“There are so many talented people in this show, I couldn’t be happier,” Stark said.

Ron Morgan, a Carmel resident, is choreographing the show. “‘A Beef & Boards Christmas’ revue is one of my favorite productions to stage, but I’m so excited that we are doing a book show this year,” Morgan said. “My favorite part about staging a play is ‘telling the story,’ and ‘Elf’ is the perfect musical to celebrate the holidays. I know our audiences will enjoy the change. The story of ‘Elf’ follows the plot of the movie, but the music makes the musical even more special.”

For more or show schedule, visit beefandboards.com.

‘Star-Cross’d Lovers’ set for Dec. 1 editorial@youarecurrent.com Indianapolis Opera announces a new American opera, “Star-Cross’d Lovers,” by renowned Indiana composer Don Freund.

The story has been re-told in various genres and languages through the centuries, capturing the emotions and imaginations of audiences around the world.

In “Star-Cross’d Lovers,” Freund has written the first staged opera of Shakespearean’s English “Romeo and Juliet.”

The performance is set for 3 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Basile Opera Center 4011 N. Pennsylvania St., Indianapolis. The performance is free.

Donations at the door will support the education programs of Indianapolis Opera.

Opera audiences are familiar with popular interpretations of the story in French Grand Opera, Italian bel canto and Bernstein’s transformed story in an American jazzinfluenced style. Now, “Star-Cross’d Lovers” lands where the story began, presenting the archetypal tale of “Romeo and Juliet.” with a revolutionary modern musical score.

Westfield — Steve Fulton will appear at 7 p.m. Nov. 23 at Urban Vines Winery & Brewery, 303 E. 161st St. Fishers — Carmel Community Players will present “Best Christmas Pageant Ever” from Nov. 29 to Dec. 9 at Ji-Eun Music Academy.

For more, visit carmelplayers.org.

Dan Higgins portrays Buddy in “Elf The Musical.”

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Whitestown — Danksgiving: Max Allen Band will play at 8 p.m. Nov. 21 at Moontown Brewing Company, 345 S. Bowers St. Carmel — Harry Connick Jr. will perform at the Palladium at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 27 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts. For more, thecenterprsesents.org.

Carmel — “It’s A Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” will have five performances Nov. 23 to 25. For more, visit atistage.org.

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WMS student represents Indiana editorial@youarecurrent.com Westfield Middle School seventh-grader Keegan Connor will represent Indiana in the National All-American PERFORMANCE Miss pageant in Los Angeles. The competition was set to begin Nov. 18 and concludes Nov. 24. Connor took first place in the Indiana Pre-Teen state competition in Talent, singing “Moonlight” by Grace Vanderwaal, and earned first place in the Spokesperson category with her speech, “Friendship is like an Avocado!” She placed second runner-up in Acting in a commercial.

Connor represents Indiana in those categories as well as ‘Music Artist of the Year,’ auditioning to the song “Titanium.”

The winner of the Talent and Spokesperson competitions each receive an $800 cash scholarship, crown/banner and trophy.

The winner of the Acting category wins a Passport to Discovery Caribbean cruise for two valued at $6,295. The Music Artist of the Year package includes airfare for two to Los Angeles, hotel, dinner in Hollywood and a one-day recording session at a premier Hollywood recording studio.

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Commentary by Anna Skinner Address: 334 Massachusetts Ave., Indianapolis What to get: Tacos Price: $3-$4 per taco Anna’s take: Bakersfield is an excellent option before or after a Colts game, or if you just want to experience a bit of the downtown Indianapolis atmosphere. I ordered three tacos – an Al Pastor, a Pollo Asado and a Baja Shrimp. Each comes on a tortilla handmade in-house and are à la carte. Bakersfiled offers a variety of tacos, including carnitas, fish, cochinita pibil, hongos, huitlacoche and short rib.

The Al Pastor is stuffed with chile-marinated pork, pickled white onion and topped

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My favorite thing about Bakersfield, besides the bustling city atmosphere, is the handmade tortillas. The tacos come with a lime wedge to squeeze for extra zest.

Suggested pairings: Bakersfield is known for its margaritas, and nothing pairs better with tacos than a margarita. I ordered the Bakersfield Margarita ($9), which is crafted with El Jimador Blanco, triple sec, agave nectar, fresh lemons and limes and comes with a salted rim. Pitchers also are available for $34.

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Updike subs in key ‘Poppins’ role

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com For Juddson Updike, playing Bert in “Mary Poppins” was a dream role.

“It was one of those roles THEATER I’ve always wanted to do since I was a kid because of the movie,” Updike said. “Dick Van Dyke (who played Bert) is my personal acting hero. He’s the perfect performer, in my eyes.”

Although it’s not how he wanted to get the role, the Carmel resident did play Bert at Grace Church’s recent production at its Noblesville campus.

On the opening Oct. 26 show, Troy Johnson, who was playing Bert, broke his leg near the end of the performance.

“He was coming back on stage, missed his footing and got a spiral fracture in his legs,” show producer Amy Christie said.

“One of the actors about to go on stage pulled him back so he wouldn’t get trampled on.”

At that same time, Updike, 28, was performing in his second-to-last performance of Civic Theatre’s “Anything Goes” at The Tarkington in Carmel.

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Late that night, Updike got a call from the musical organizers. Updike had previously auditioned for the role of Bert at Grace.

“They wanted to know if I could learn the role in 12 hours,” Updike said. “It was fortunate that that closing night of ‘Anything Goes’ was at 5 o’clock instead of 7, because if it was 7 o’clock, there would have been no way.”

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11 a.m. (followed “Luminaries: Hamilton County in the by lunch at Golden Age of Hollywood,” Palladium, Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel noon) Nov. 27 Hamilton County historian David Heighway presents a program about contributions made by music stars, stunt drivers, costumers, writers and acting coaches from Hamilton County in the golden age of Hollywood.

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New Orleans musician Harry Connick Jr. and his band will celebrate their city’s 300th birthday, along with the influences that have shaped Connick’s career.

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“Junie B. in Jingle Bells, Batman Smells” set for Nov. 30 — Wally Jones and Casa Mañana Theatre presents “Junie B In Jingle Bells, Batman Smells!,” a play by Allison Gregory will be held at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 30 at Zionsville Performing Arts Center. Tickets start at $19 and can be purchased at zvilleperformingarts.org.

Center for the Performing Arts adds staff — Two development professionals recently joined the staff of the Center for the Performing Arts and the Great American Songbook Foundation. Braden Hurley has served since August as Director of Corporate Development. Kendra Latta began work in October as Director of Individual Development.

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Now in our 12th year, Current has published a holiday and gift guide since its inception.

Each year, there’s a theme. In 2015, we went artsy with “An Artful Holiday.” In 2016, we focused on the state’s 200th birthday.

Last year, we went around the world in our own cities and towns, celebrating the cultures and traditions that make us vibrant.

This year’s theme, as you’ll see through the pages of this guide, focuses on food. This is the time of the year when some of our best memories can be had around the dinner table, but we’re also catering (see what we did there?) to our readers with this theme, too. Based on independent research, we know you want to read about food, drinks and dining. Much of our daily online and weekly print coverage can be tied back to food in some way, whether it’s a new restaurant opening or a recipe submitted by a reader.

Not all items in this guide are about food, though. We pride ourselves on putting out the most comprehensive guide of holiday activities in our coverage areas. From a holiday-themed story time at the library to a citywide celebration of the season that draws thousands, we hope to see you there.

It’s also that time of year for us to reflect on what we’re thankful for –you, the reader, of course, along with a hardworking staff and advertisers who believe in us. We wish you a spectacular holiday season and a Merry Christmas.

New this year, Current Publishing is asking you, our readers, to send your most beautiful and best-tasting pastry recipes our way. If you’re reading this, the competition has begun.

From now to Dec. 7, we are accepting recipes. Finalists will be chosen and will have their recipes judged by a professional chef. For this portion of the contest, finalists must bring a small portion of their pastry to the Current Publishing offices, 30 S. Range Line Rd., Carmel, for the chef to sample. The chef will make his or her final choice, and the winner, in addition to having their recipe featured in an upcoming edition of Current, will receive a gift card.

Here’s what we need from you: • Your name • An email address or phone number where you can reached • Your city of residence • The full recipe for the item in which you choose to enter (ingredients and measurements, directions, etc.)

How to enter: Send your information and recipe to Sadie Hunter at sadie@youarecurrent.com before Dec. 7.

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Preservation Alliance, City of Noblesville, Noblesville Main Street and Nickel Plate Arts have partnered to present Lights Over Seminary, an interactive holiday light display using displays from decades ago that have been in storage. On Dec. 7, these organizations will host a special lighting ceremony in conjunction with Main Street’s First Friday event at 6 p.m.

CARMEL Carmel kicked off its holiday season Nov. 17 with its Holiday at Center Green event, but on Dec. 1, the city will host Holiday in the Arts District from 2 to 5 p.m.

Elves, reindeer, carolers, trolley rides, a visit from Santa and more will round out this free event. The following week, from 4 to 6 p.m. Dec. 8, the district will host Holiday PorchFest, with live music played from the front porches of homes in the arts district.

LAWRENCE The City of Lawrence’s annual “A Lawrence Christmas” event, which includes a tree lighting and holiday parade, is set for Nov. 24. Children can visit Santa Claus and the kids’ zone beginning at 4:30 p.m. and the competition between the city’s departments for the best float will begin with the parade at 5:30 p.m.

FISHERS Fishers’ Winter Wonderland returns from 2 to 8 p.m.

Dec. 1 at the Pavilion at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater. At this event, the city will host its annual tree lighting (6 p.m.), ice carving, a petting zoo, music from Fishers Music Works and more. A sensory-friendly area also will be available.

FORTVILLE Fortville Action, Inc.’s Winterfest will be held on Main Street in downtown Fortville from 2 to 7 p.m. Dec. 1. The Main Street parade will begin at 2 p.m.

MCCORDSVILLE The Town of McCordsville will hold its annual Christmas Tree Lighting from 5:30 to 7:15 p.m. Dec 5. The McCordsville Elementary School Choir, Middle School Band, and folk group Sugar Cream Pie will perform.. There also will

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Are you hosting a holiday dinner this year and want to be sure everything is in its correct place?

We’re referencing the professionals for this one, none other than The Emily Post Institute.

Emily says though many have reservations about setting a table or even using a proper place setting, it’s not as difficult as it seems.

The basic rule is that utensils are placed in the order of use from the outside in, proving Kathy Bates was right in that scene in “Titanic” where Leonardo DiCaprio isn’t sure which spoon to use, never having been to a formal dinner.

A second rule, with only a few exceptions, is that forks go to the left of the plate, and knives (blade toward the dinner plate) and spoons go to the right.

Third, bread and butter always go the the top left of the dinner plate, and drinks always to the top right.

Village of West Clay tree lighting — The Village of WestClay Owners Association will host the largest tree lighting ceremony in Hamilton County at 6 p.m. Nov. 24. More than 30,000 lights will be displayed. The evening’s festivities will include a performance by the Carmel Holiday Singers, prior to the lighting, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Throughout the evening, guests can enjoy rides in a horse-drawn carriage or walk to the village restaurants. Owners Association President Greg Maiers, original village resident and World War II veteran Steve Terry and B.J. Nichols of ReisNichols Jewelers officially will light the tree at 6 p.m. As many as 1,000 people are expected to join in the festivities at the village’s meeting house, 2000 N. New Market St., Carmel.

Noblesville Holiday Market —The Noblesville Main Street Holiday Market will return from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 1 to the Hamilton County Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant St., Noblesville. This event is free. Vendors will have original art, quality crafts, holiday decorations, vintage collectables, homemade food favorites, gifts and more. Learn more at noblesvillemainstreet.org.

Community band holiday concert — Noblesville High School Performing Arts will celebrate the season by hosting the Hamilton County Community Band Holiday Concert Dec. 16. The concert will begin at 7 p.m. at the auditorium at Noblesville High School, 18111 Cumberland Rd., Noblesville. This event is free to the public.

The final rule is to only set the table with utensils you will use. No soup? No soup spoon.

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HOLIDAY CHEERS What: Guests can sample craft beers and wines. After sampling, attendees will go through 1836 Prairietown to explore multicultural, 19th century holiday traditions.

When: 6:30 to 10 p.m. Dec. 13.

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CONNER PAIRIE BY CANDLELIGHT What: This is a self-led tour of Conner Prairie’s 1836 Prairietown, and attendees can meet a variety of characters in their homes as if it’s the night before Christmas. Purchase tickets at connerprairie.org.

When: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Dec. 7, 8, 14, 15, 21 and 22 Cost: $14/adult non-members, $16/adult members

BREAKFAST WITH SANTA What: Guests of this breakfast will enjoy a Christmas buffet with Santa Claus. Santa will read “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” and after the meal, kids can decorate their own cookie and sit on Santa’s lap to tell him what they want for Christmas. To see a full menu and purchase tickets, visit connerprairie.org.

When: 9 to 11 a.m. Nov. 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15 and 22; 10 a.m. to noon Nov. 25, Dec. 2, 9, 16 and 23.

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METAL CHRISTMAS ORNAMENTS What: Metalworking techniques with copper, tin and brass are displayed and practiced at this event, where guests can make their own keepsake or gifts for friends and family. Each person will make two to three ornaments. This program is for ages 12 and older. Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult, and reservations are required. Purchase tickets at connerprairie.org.

When: 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 8.

Cost: $50/members, $60/non-members GINGERBREAD VILLAGE What: This year’s theme “Conner Prairie in Gingerbread,” which will showcase the grounds and buildings of the park.

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• 8 ounces pitted dates • 4 ounces brie cheese round • 6 ounces slivered almonds • 1 1/2 pounds bacon • 2 teaspoons black pepper Heat oven to 375 degrees. Cut dates in half, lengthwise. Cut brie into bite-size pieces, about the size of peanuts. Place one piece of Brie and four almond pieces on each open date half. Place other half on top. Quarter bacon slices, wrap tightly around stuffed dates and secure with toothpicks. Sprinkle with pepper. Line baking sheet with foil and place wrapped

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Heat oven to 400 degrees. In large skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil. Stir fry pork 8-10 minutes, or until well browned. Unroll pizza dough and press onto greased sheet pan, about 18-by-13 inches; cut into six rectangles.

Drain tomatoes, reserving oil. Brush tops of flatbreads with sun-dried tomato oil, reserving about 1 tablespoon. Top with pork, drained tomatoes, olives and rosemary, pressing into dough lightly with fingertips. Bake 18-21 minutes until edges oil evenly over flatbreads; let stand on 2 minutes before serving. are golden brown.

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Have you started planning meals for holiday celebrations and are confused about which wine to serve? Read on.

Turkey is the star of the show, even when there are so many flavors and spices on a Thanksgiving table. You can’t go wrong with a rosé. Don’t’ worry, just because it’s pink doesn’t equate to sweet wine. Try this beauty with a crisp, berry finish: Les Trois Couronnes Côtes- du-Rhône Rosé, about $12 at Market District. Another delicious choice is Clean Slate Riesling. It’s easy to find, only $10 and is a spicy, earthy, German wine from the famed Mosel region (my fave).

Latkes are a must when celebrating Hanukkah. These potato pancakes are a perfect match with Italian Prosecco. An easy-to-find, delicious option comes from Mionetto, Prosecco di Treviso Brut Gold Label. The golden apple flavors complement the applesauce generally served with these little yummies. A bottle is around $13.

Fish patties are included in most Kwanzaa festivities and a crisp, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc would be best. I’m digging Jules Taylor Sauvignon Blanc from

Costco, and it’s only $12. Huge citrus flavors and enough acid to cut through the fried cakes.

Ham is great with a fresh, fruity red and Mommessin Beaujolais Nouveau is a tasty and cost-effective option at $10. You’re having prime rib for Christmas dinner? Black Stallion Cabernet Sauvignon is $30, easy to find, and offers dark fruit, toasted oak with great depth of flavor. Duck instead?

Baron Philippe De Rothschild, Baron Phillipe Sauternes is the way to go. It’s $38 for fantastic citrus and honey flavors and is especially perfect if you are preparing duck a l’orange.

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Try a cabernet franc. With fresh cranberry flavors, Happy Canyon Vineyard 2017 Chukker at $26 wins.

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She is a graduate of IU, is a Hoosier chef, food writer, wine guru and Hamilton County Master Gardener who believes in supporting all things local. Morse has been a resident of Hamilton County for more than a decade. Check out her blog: schlepicurean.com.

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Santa’s mailbox — The City of Fishers will again host Santa Claus’ mailboxes at city hall, 1 Municipal Dr., and the Fishers Parks and Recreation Dept., 11565 Brooks School Rd. Now a tradition of the city, children in fourth grade and younger can drop their letters to Santa in the special mailboxes to be sure they arrive safely at the North Pole. All letters must be dropped off by 4:30 p.m. Dec. 10. Please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Office hours for city hall and the parks department are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, excluding holidays.

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When you want to sign your family’s collective name on a holiday card, how do you write it? Is it “The Millers” or “The Miller’s?”

Everyone likes a good eggnog-infused party (after all, that’s why you’re improving your grammar, right?), and apostrophes are like sentence confetti, adding a fun flair to your scintillating syntax. But a misplaced apostrophe is like confetti at a funeral—inappropriate and impossible to undo.

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Food gift Indiana-made sausages, jams and snacks $4.99-$15.50 • All Local, 863 Conner St., Noblesville

Stocking stuffer Dragonwood creamed honey set $12 • Logan Village Mall, 977 Logan St., Noblesville

Book Repurposed cookbook journals $15.50 • Logan Village Mall, 977 Logan St., Noblesville

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Clothing/textile for women Hip hop dish towels $8.99 • Logan Village Mall, 977 Logan St., Noblesville

Local artist work or homemade item Repurposed wine bottle candle $38 • Karisma, 859 Conner St., Noblesville

Clothing/textile for men Food-themed boxers $9 • A Corner Cottage, 895 Conner St., Noblesville

Home décor Customized, handmade cutting boards Prices vary per item • Linden Tree, 856 Logan St., Noblesville

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Kids gift Pretend Play Diner $14 • Turn the Page Books and Gifts, 149 N. Walnut St., Westfield

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Time slots to get photos with Santa at Fishers’ Winter Wonderland event Dec. 1 are full, but the city has added two more times to get photos, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 4 and 5. The Dec. 5 time will include a sensory-friendly hour from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Register for a time slot at playfishers.com/218/ Winter-Wonderland-Holiday-Fun. Pet photo night On Dec. 2, Clay Terrace will host a pet photo night where you can bring furry friends to get a photo with Santa Claus.

Bring your pet between 6 and 8 p.m. For more, call 317-818-0725.

Cookies with Mrs. Claus From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 8, Clay Terrace is inviting kids and families to enjoy milk and cookies and a story with Mrs. Claus at the Whole Foods’ food court area,

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Pet pictures with Santa Bring your fur baby for a photo with Santa from 1 to 5 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, 6 Municipal Dr., Fishers. Photos will be printed onsite and available for purchase. Pets need to be kept on leashes.

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What: Between the Palladium, Tarkington Theater and Studio Theater, Carmel welcomes the public to its ice rink on the city’s Center Green. The Ice at Center Green opened last weekend and will offer public skating through the beginning of March.

When: 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday and noon to 9 p.m. Friday and Saturday (closed Monday, Tuesday and on Thanksgiving), Nov. 17-Dec. 23; 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday and noon to 9 p.m. FridaySunday (closed Monday-Wednesday), Dec. 26-March 10 Where: 10 Center Green, Carmel Cost: $8/age 10 and younger, $10/age 11 and older, plus $4 skate rental (all ages) More: theiceatcentergreen.com Federal Hill Commons Ice Plaza

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What: Now in its second year, the Ice Plaza opened last week in Noblesville as the city’s parks and recreation department’s newest open park, Federal Hill Commons. Special event nights are: Nov. 24 (Small Business Saturday), Nov. 30 (Elf

The Ice at Center Green is open through March 10. (Submitted photo) Party and toy drive), Dec. 7 (Elf Party and toy drive), Dec. 14 (Holiday Hat Night), Dec. 21 (Ugly Sweater Party), Dec. 28 (Flannel Night), Jan. 4 (Aloha Night) and Jan. 5 (Glow Night).

When: 5 to 9 p.m. Monday-Friday, Nov. 17-Dec. 21; 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 17-Dec. 23 and Nov. 23 (day after Thanksgiving) and New Year’s Day (Jan. 1); 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, Dec. 22Jan. 7; 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Christmas Eve (Dec. 24) and New Year’s Eve (Dec. 31); Closed Thanksgiving day and Christmas day.

Where: 175 Logan St., Noblesville Cost: $12 (skate rental included) More: federalhillcommons.com

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What: Back for its fifth year, Nickel Plate Arts’ “Gifted” is the organization’s annual holiday exhibit and gift market, where guests can buy cards, ornaments and more.

A special opening reception will take place from 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 7.

When: Noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 23 through Dec. 29.

Where: Nickel Plate Arts, 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville Cost: Free Small Business Saturday What: Like many of the other businesses and organizations taking part in Small Business Saturday, Nickel Plate Arts is no different. Stop by the Judge Stone House Gallery to peruse Nickel Plate Arts’ “Gifted” exhibit.

When: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Nov. 24 Where: Nickel Plate Arts, 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville Cost: Free to attend. Items will be for sale.

Cure for Cabin Fever Drop-In Crafts What: Need to get out of the house? Drop by the gallery, and staff from Nickel Plate Arts will assist you with a craft.

When: 12 to 5 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday, Dec. 26-29 and Jan. 2-5

Kids work on a drop-in craft at Nickel Plate Arts. (File photo)

The “Gifted” exhibit will be on display through Dec. 29.

Where: Nickel Plate Arts, 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville Cost: $5-10 per person per craft, or $25 for unlimited crafts. Includes all supplies and instruction.

hot chocolate and other holiday treats will be provided.

When: 11 a.m. to noon for ages 3 to 5, 1 to 2 p.m. for ages 6 to 8. 3 to 4 p.m. for ages 9 and older. Dec. 1, 8, 15 and 22.

Where: Nickel Plate Arts, 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville Cost: $10 per person. Includes all supplies and instruction.

Santa’s Workshops What: This program is a workshop where guests can make handmade pieces great for gifting. Cookies, milk,

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Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation is taking the drive-in movie experience indoors from 6 to 8 p.m. Dec. 15. Kids can create their own car out of cardboard and other materials to lounge in while watching “The Polar Express.” Boxes not provided, but art supplies, popcorn and juice will be. Guests should bring blankets or pillows for their box. Registration is required, and cost is $20. This program is for ages 4 to 10, and parents must stay for the movie. For more, visit carmelclayparks.com.

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Breakfast with the Grinch Families will enjoy a breakfast of Grinchinspired goodies from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Dec. 15 while listening to a reading of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” and making a holiday craft with Fishers Parks and Recreation staff. Snap a photo with the Grinch himself. This event will be held at Saxony Hall, 13362 Pennington Rd., Fishers. Parents and children must register

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Mr. and Mrs. Claus greet children at Cool Creek Nature Center. (File photo)

From 2 to 4 p.m. Dec. 8, Hamilton County Parks and Recreation will throw its annual Holly Jolly Jamboree at the Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 E. 151st St., Carmel. Be merry with parks staff as they welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus, who will be available for pictures throughout the program.

Silly Safaris will present its Indiana Reindeer Reserve program, which includes a live reindeer. Crafts and cookies will also be available.

Christmas Tree Votive Pottery From 1 to 2 p.m. Dec. 1, kids ages 2 through 12 can join Fishers Parks and Recreation to paint a festive Christmas tree votive while listening to “Olive, the Other Reindeer,” at the Billericay Park Building, 12690 Promise Rd., Fishers. Cost is $18. Register by Nov. 30.

Holiday cookie decorating For ages 2 to 6 and their caregivers, Washington Township Parks and Recreation is offering a holiday cookie decorating class from 1 to 2 p.m. Dec. 18. A plate of cookies can be taken home. The class is $10. For more, visit westfieldwashingtontwp.us.

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Join Alice’s Table in Indianapolis and the Fishers Parks and Recreation Dept. from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Dec. 6 for Fa-La-La-La Flowers at the Historic Ambassador House, 10595 Eller Rd., Fishers. Guests will create a festive focal point for holiday dinners as they learn new flower tips and tricks while mastering the art of flower arranging. Beer and wine are welcome for ages 21 and older. Cost is $15. Register for this program by Nov. 30 through Fishers Parks and Recreation at bit.ly/2JcWy15.

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Indoor holiday magic awaits at your local library

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Winter Wonderland — Join library staff for winter stories and activities about cold weather and snow. Guests will read books, share rhymes and then move on to crafts and activities to celebrate the winter season. Tickets are required, and will be available on a first-come firstserved basis at the Children’s Desk 30 minutes prior to the program. Free. Ages 2-5. 10:45 and11:30 a.m. Dec. 4. Carmel Clay Public Library, 55 Fourth Ave. SE, Carmel.

Winter Fun for Little Ones — Adults and toddlers actively share stories and songs during this 20 minutes of singing, moving, seeing, hearing, handling and rhyming together. Siblings are welcome.

Tickets are required and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Children’s Desk 30 minutes prior to the program. Free. Ages 12-24 months. 9:30, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m. Dec. 12. Carmel Clay Public Library, 55 Fourth Ave. SE, Carmel.

FISHERS & GEIST Holiday Classical Concert — Guests are invited to enjoy a performance of chamber ensemble music featuring holiday classics and carols by members of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. All ages welcome. Noon, Dec. 3. Indianapolis Public Library Lawrence Branch, 7898 N. Hague Rd., Indianapolis.

Cookies with Claus — Join library staff for a holiday open house and visits with Santa Claus that include cookies, milk and crafts. All ages welcome. No registration required. 5:30 p.m. Dec. 12. FortvilleVernon Township Public Library, 625 E. Broadway St., Fortville.

Holly Jolly Holiday Party — Grab friends and family for wintertime fun at the oibrary. Snacks, activities and more provided. Registration not required. All ages welcome, but most activities are for kids age 10 and younger. Free. 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 12. HEPL Fishers, 5 Municipal Dr., Fishers.

Winter Maker Challenge — Join Ignite Studio for an afternoon of newspaper construction in its Winter Maker Challenge. See what you can build using only newspaper, tape and staples. Free. No registration required. 1 p.m. Dec. 28. HEPL Fishers, 5 Municipal Dr., Fishers.

NOBLESVILLE Holly Jolly Holiday Party — Grab friends and family for wintertime fun at the library. Snacks, activities and more provided. Registration not required. All ages welcome, but most activities are for kids age 10 and younger. Free. 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 11. HEPL Noblesville, 1 Library Plaza, Noblesville.

vices department and check in to see if the library has received holiday cards from other libraries. All ages. Free. Nov. 24 through Dec. 22.

Holiday Book Sale — Stop by the youth services department during library hours for its annual holiday book sale. Pro-

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Holiday concert — The Zionsville United Methodist Church Bell Choir will kick off this event, followed by the melodies of Zionsville Middle School’s Strolling Strings. Free. All ages welcome. 2 p.m.

Dec. 1. Hussey Mayfield Memorial Library, 250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville.

Sweets and snowballs with Buddy the Elf—6:30 to 7:15 p.m. Families. Buddy the Elf loves kids and Christmas! Come and hear Buddy’s holiday story; then enjoy cookies, ice cream, and some snowball fun! Hussey Mayfield Memorial Library, 250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville.

VIP Christmas — A holiday celebration for people with special needs, plus their families and caregivers. Tickets required. Families with special needs can visit www.thehawkfoundation.org for tickets, or call Leigh Ann at 317-8735255. 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 7. Hussey Mayfield Memorial Library, 250 N. Fifth St., Zionsville.

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WESTFIELD Find the library elf — Beginning Dec. 3 and running through Dec. 23, Westfield Washington Township Public Library’s elf will hide in a new spot each day. Kids are invited to tell the librarian at the children’s reference desk where they found the elf to receive a prize. The library is at 333 W. Hoover St. and is open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday-Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. For more, visit wwpl.lib.in.us.

Holiday party — Westfield Washington Public Library, 333 W. Hoover St., will host its annual holiday party from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 10. The event will feature games, crafts and music from Robin Harrison. For more, visit wwpl.lib.in.us.

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