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Chick-fil-A Leader Academy fundraiser — The Westfield High School Chick-fil-A Leader Academy will host a fundraiser for Toys for Tots at the free WHS holiday choir concert at 7 p.m. Dec. 15 at the WHS auditorium. Leader academy members will hand out Chick-fil-A lemonade and cookies with a suggested donation of $1 or $2 for both.

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Ricky Raley does his best to help inspire other paralyzed veterans to stay active.

The Westfield resident was honored at theChive’s fourth anaccomplishment nual Green Gala in Austin, Texas, which celebrates people helped by the national charity movement. The theCHIVE site is the No. 1 humor website, and Chive Charities, the website’s charity-focused program, has raised more than $7.5 million for those in need across the U.S. through a network of fans devoted to helping others.

The Boot Campaign partnered with Mike’s Hard Lemonade for a Backyard Refresh campaign for veterans, and Raley was selected. Chive Charities wanted to do their part, so they added to a backyard renovation at Raley’s house to give him a therapy swim/spa where he could do his physical therapy as well as train for a triathlon. For Raley, swimming is the hardest part, and it is difficult for him to practice in a public pool.

While on an Iraq tour of duty in 2008 for the U.S. Army National Guard, he suffered a traumatic brain injury from an improvised exposive device.

Raley received a Purple Heart. Five months after returning home, Raley was involved in an auto accident in 2009 that left him paralyzed from the waist down.

Raley works as the sports director for the Kentucky-Indiana chapter of Paralyzed Veterans of America. Earlier this month, he helped veterans

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have an adaptive hunting experience.

“We have veterans who have challenges being in a wheelchair or other spinal cord diseases not being able to be a hunter like they used to,” Raley said. “I don’t have to have special equipment for hunting. I’m able to put back my bow and shoot.

We have shooting rigs that are ways for quadriplegics to shoot because they can’t use their hands.”

Raley also helps with the PVA golf tournament.

Raley uses an adaptive golf chair that stands him up so he can take a full swing.

Raley has been active with wheelchair basketball and races with a handcycle, racing in an Army Ten-miler in Washington, D.C., in October.

Ivy Tech Hamilton County hosts enrollment event — Ivy Tech Hamilton County is hosting an Express Enrollment Event for the spring semester 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 9 at Ivy Tech Hamilton County, 300 N. 17th St., Noblesville. Spring classes begin Jan. 17. Attendees will meet with Ivy Tech representatives and receive assistance with enrollment steps. To RSVP or for more, visit ivytech.edu/ enrollmentday.

Westfield introduces Seal of Approval -Westfield’s administration is asking residents who have had a positive interaction with city staff to let them know about it via a new tool on the city’s website. Residents and businesses can now give a ‘seal of approval’ to particular departments or staff by clicking on the Seal of Approval tab on the city’s homepage at westfield.in.gov.

Holiday light recycling — The ability to recycle used holiday lights will be offered at White’s Ace Hardware, 731 S. Range Line Rd., from now through the end of January.

For more information about the holiday light recycling program, call 317-571-2673.

Midland Trail extends to eastern city limits Last month, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held to celebrate the opening of the eastern portion of the Midland Trail in Westfield.

The new phase extends from Gunther Boulevard to Gray Road. The City of Noblesville will take over construction of the Midland trail beginning next year. The latest phase of construction was $600,000, which came from Westfield’s park impact fees. The extension added 4,000 feet to the existing trail. Pictured, from left, Parks Director Melody Jones, Public Works Director Jeremy Lollar, Senior Project Manager Mike Morgan, Mayor Andy Cook, Council President Chuck Lehman, Council Vice President Jim Ake, Councilor Joe Edwards, Councilor Cindy Spoljaric. (Submitted photo)

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Evening of Excellence held for WHS seniors

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com The Big Ten Men’s Soccer Tournament gave Grand Park some national exposure.

Westfield Mayor Andy Cook said last month’s semifinals and chamgrowth pionship were very successful.

“We received positive feedback from the teams and attendees about the quality of our facilities,” Cook said. “It was also a fantastic opportunity to showcase Grand Park on a national stage with the coverage on Big Ten Network.”

It was the first time the semifinals and championship were held at a neutral site. The semis and final will return to Grand Park in 2017.

Don Rawson, president and CEO of Indiana Sports Properties which manages Grand Park fields, said the Big Ten Network carried all three games live and the two announcers praised the efforts of Grand Park and the City of Westfield early and often.

Rawson said there was a tremendous team effort and support from many volunteers from Grand Park to ensure the event’s success.

Rawson said he did learn some things to help with next year.

“Due to the television broadcast, this event

Last month, the Evening of Excellence was held to honor Westfield High School seniors who have maintained a 3.8 GPA or above. Many students were part of Project Lead the Way with STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) classes. Project Lead the Way President and CEO, Dr. Vince Bertram, addresses the honoree seniors and parents attending the Evening of Excellence. (Submitted photos)

Mayor Andy Cook and Westfield Chamber of Commerce Chairman Tom Dooley at the Big Ten Men’s Soccer Tournament. (Submitted photo)

took much more detailed preparation and execution than a typical event at Grand Park,” Rawson said. “This event needs an event manager focused on just this event to ensure all T’s are crossed and I’s are dotted. Indiana Sports Properties will need to hire more people and use fewer volunteers in certain key roles.”

Evening of Excellence honorees from the graduating class of 2016.

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By Renee Larr • news@currentinwestfield.com Westfield High School teacher Becky Sondgeroth wanted to give the kids in her introduction to business administration class a taste of what it’s really education like to present a business plan to potential investors.

Students decided on a business and then proposed it to two businessmen for advice.

“This is a college-level class. It is a pretty intense course,” Sondgeroth said. “They have to apply everything they learn to an overall business plan. Over the summer, they had to interview people and come up with some ideas of what businesses they would want to start in Westfield to address whatever needs there were. Then they applied different facets of the business – marketing, HR, operations, finance or management – to their plan. They’re doing multiple drafts throughout the 12-week trimester.”

Sondgeroth brought in Westfield entrepreneur Scott Fankhauser, who brought along a colleague, Shayne Veramallay.

“The guys sat down with each group and had them pitch him their idea. It’s similar to (the reality TV show) Shark Tank but not giving them money at the end,” Sondgeroth said.

Students listened to the advice and applied

The group The Green Spoon works on its business plan. (Submitted photo)

it to their plans.

“Shane was a nice addition because of his background. Basically, there were two groups out of the eight that he thought had tremendously good ideas that could really happen if they wanted to go after it. He’s offered himself as a mentor and to help if they want to pursue financing with the business,” Sondgeroth said.

Sondgeroth said this type of real-life experience is a great preparation for her students.

“Without a doubt, I think all eight groups got ideas from them that they’ve incorporated into their business plan, but there is probably a couple of the business plans where some of the kids were totally excited and wanted to move forward,” she said.

New Leo Club members were recently inducted at Westfield High School. The Leo Club is an extension of the Lions Club. Far right, Lions Club Secretary Jeff Larrison inducts the new Leo Club members. (Photo by Anna Skinner)

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Harlem Wizards visit Westfield High School

On Nov. 12, the Harlem Wizards visited Westfield High School to play basketball, perform tricks and go against teachers to raise money for the Westfield Education Foundation. (Left) Harlem Wizard “Sky Walker” pauses with Finn, left, and Cal Ryan before the game. (Above) Justin Mitchell, left, pauses with Westfield Education Foundation President Duane Lutz.

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Interim director doing double duty

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about. I have children of my own and I believe very strongly in what we’re doing.”

Peregrin worked at Carmel-based MerciMelissa Peregrin is doing double duty. ful H.E.L.P. Center, which has a food pantry Peregrin, a Westfield resident, is serving as assisting those in Hamilton County. interim executive director at ChauThe nonprofit also collects furniture cie’s Place. chaucie’s place She also as donations and delivers to those in need. is continu“With Melissa serving as the intering to serve as the Carmel-based im executive director, the board now nonprofit’s Prevention and Education has the latitude to conduct a very Coordinator for the Lifelines Youth thorough and thoughtful executive Suicide Prevention. She has been in Peregrin search,” said Richard F. Taylor III, the that position since April.

“I have an incredible team behind me that is board president.

In partnership with Hedges & Associates, a supporting me 100 percent,” Peregrin said. “I’m strategic nonprofit consulting firm, Chaucie’s getting additional help from them, which is Place Board of Directors has developed an making this go very smoothly. I’m a list maker executive search committee. and a multi-tasker, so to this point I have “The board is fully committed to Chaucie’s been doing a fairly good job of doing both.

Place, the mission, and the staff,” Taylor said.

But I get so much support from the staff and “The search process will be thoughtful and team here.” strategic and will be the beginning of the Former Executive Director Toby Stark, who next chapter for the organization. The board resigned after six years, has been helping expects the search process to be complete no with the transition. Stark plans to continue later than February 2017. We are reviewing an consulting until she finds a new position. impressive pool of candidates and are excited “I would love the opportunity to be considto begin the first round of interviews beginered for the permanent executive director’s ning the week of Dec. 5.” position,” Peregrin said. “The mission of what we do is something that I’m really passionate

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COMMUNITY Dispatches Stormwater and pond management — Several municipalities and utilities are partnering with the White River Alliance for an informational seminar to learn how to stay compliant with stormwater standards and avoid corrective action. Homeowners, HOAs and pond and landscape companies are invited to participate in this workshop, being held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dec. 8 at the Monon Center. For more, visit TheWhiteRiverAlliance.org.

State Police taking applications — The Indiana State Police is accepting applications for the 77th Recruit Academy. Individuals interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Indiana State trooper must apply online at in.gov/isp/2368. htm. The website will provide a detailed synopsis of the application process and information on additional career opportunities with the Indiana State Police. Applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. Jan. 2, 2017.

Throw a bicentennial bash — Want to celebrate Indiana’s 200th birthday with your family and friends before the year is through? The Indiana Bicentennial Commission has some ideas for your bicentennial bash. The Indiana Bicentennial Commission has put together “Birthday Bash” — a guide filled with decoration ideas and recipes for your bicentennial party. Visit in.gov and type bicentennial birthday bash in the search box.

Siren testing suspended — With the onset of winter weather in central Indiana, Hamilton County Emergency Management has suspended the weekly testing of the outdoor warning siren system. During cold weather, testing is suspended to prevent potential damage to the sirens as a result of moisture freezing on the inner mechanisms. The sirens will still sound in the event of a weather emergency. Testing of the system will resume in spring of 2017.

Corrections officers needed — The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office will be hiring up to 13 new correction officers. Benefits for full-time officers include a competitive salary, health insurance, paid holidays, deferred compensation plans, pension plan, and opportunities for advancement. For more, visit in-hamiltoncounty.civicplus.com/595/ Recruitment and click on the “Corrections and Youth Care” tab.

Free science lectures — Anderson University’s School of Science and Engineering is offering a series of lectures that are free and open to the public. The lectures start at 7 p.m. and are located in Hartung Hall (room 101). Upcoming topics include: Dec. 8 — The Birth and Life of Stars; Feb. 16 — What do the Pharmaceutical Industry and the Manhattan Project Have in Common? For more, contact the AU School of Science and Engineering at 765-641-4374.

Marathon registration open — Registration is now open for the seventh annual Carmel Marathon, to be held April 22, 2017. For more visit www.CarmelMarathon.com.

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Obituary: Marilyn Quear

Obituary: Betty Green

Marilyn M. Quear, 86, died Nov. 12 at Copper Trace in Westfield. She was born March 10, 1930, to Robert M. and Notie M. (Schako) Schoen in Indianapolis.

Marilyn was a 1948 graduate of Broad Ripple High School, and received an associate’s degree from MacMurray College Quear in Jacksonville, Ill. She was a homemaker and for 10 years was a bookkeeper for the family business, Citizens Grain Co. in Lapel. Marilyn formerly attended Clarksville Christian Church and lived for many years at her lake home at Thomas Lake near Greencastle. She enjoyed nature, fishing, feeding her bird, and was a very good cook. Most of all, Marilyn loved her family and entertaining her grandchildren at the lake house.

She is survived by her daughter, Terry (Kenny) Boone; son, Richard (Rene) Quear; grandchildren, Jacqueline Boone, Jamie Boone, Jeri Boone, David (Annie) Quear, Amanda (Stuart) Williamson, Lynn Farrell, and Greg (Melissa) Farrell; and four great-grandchildren.

Betty B. Green, 88, Westfield, died Nov. 7 at IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. She was born Nov. 12, 1927, to William and Emma (Hicks) Bowman in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Betty married Bill Green on August 29, 1948; they had twin boys, with Stephen surviving.

Green She was a 1945 graduate of Shortridge High School and a 1949 Franklin College graduate. Betty worked as a psychiatrist’s office manager, retiring in 1990. She was an artist with many talents who enjoyed painting and also loved to cook and entertain. Most of all, Betty loved spending time with her family.

She is survived by her husband, Bill J. Green; son, Stephen William Green; three grandchildren, Sarah Gwin, Samuel Green, and Katie Gibson; seven great-grandchildren; niece, Nancy J. Miller; nephew, Richard L. Anderson; niece, Judith K. Lawson; along with many other nieces & nephews and grand-nieces & grand-nephews. In addition to her parents, Betty was preceded in death by her sister, Georgia Anderson; and niece, Linda C. Anderson.

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With the growth of the Arts District, the Hamilton County Tourism Inc. is considering building has likely increased in property value a move from its location in the Carmel Arts and could mean a significant return & Design District as on investment if sold, she said. growth growth has created a Radcliff said the organization could need for more space. relocate to another municipality in Karen Radcliff, Hamilton County the county. The organization was Tourism’s vice president and chief founded in 1989 and opened an office strategy officer, said the county wide in Noblesville in 1991 before moving to organization, which is funded by hotel Fishers in 1996. After 10 years, it relotaxes, plans to hire a new employee Radcliff cated to the space in Carmel. every year as the county grows in Radcliff said the tourism world is changpopulation and tourism appeal. Recent offering, and the need for visitor centers has ings such as Grand Park in Westfield and The decreased as more people are planning their Palladium in Carmel have led to an increase in trips online. She said it’s possible they could tourism dollars in Hamilton County.

“We are growing,” she said. “We have pretty lease a space in an office park and set up kimuch maximized the space. If we want to hire osks or digital displays in prominent locations in each city. In Carmel, that could mean the All or put people on staff, then we are looking Things Carmel store in the Arts District. at a new space. It’s very apparent that if we “How can we give visitors information want to grow we need to redesign our existwhere they are needing it?” she said. “Maybe ing space or relocate.” it’s in digital displays in the right locations.”

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Westfield Shamrocks fulfill coach Jake Gilbert’s state title mission

Westfield football team celebrates its Class 5A state title Nov. 26 at Lucas Oil Stadium. (Photo by Mark Ambrogi)

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Jake Gilbert knows some people thought he was crazy six years ago when he stated his mission was accomplishment to guide the Westfield High School football team to a state championship.

“I don’t think there was a lot of evidence from the past that pointed to that being a real possibility,” said Gilbert, who took over as coach of a program that had won only one sectional title in the previous 13 seasons. “But you can’t really focus on that. We controlled what we could control and raised the process

of getting better and better every day.”

The Shamrocks captured their first state football crown by beating Columbus East 16-13 in the Class 5A state final Nov. 26 at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Gilbert said the administration, work ethic of the players and parental support were crucial.

“They had to buy into what we were doing beGIlbert cause there were some drastic changes,” Gilbert said. “We were getting better each year. We turned a corner in Year 3. That group of kids (senior class) had

only won four games one time (growing up).

They had so much resolve that we went 12-2 and lost in the state title game. These seniors were freshmen then, and the vision was planted that, ‘Hey, we can do this.’ They only knew the way we were running the program then. They loved football. They were committed and bought in. This is a culmination of four years of hard work.”

Senior quarterback Andy Sweet said Gilbert set the tone for the program.

“I really think he’s brought a sense of hard work and dedication to the work in the off-season,” Sweet said. “You’ve got to put in work day in and day out to reach the pinnacle.

We did that, and it paid off for us.”

Gilbert said his players have adopted his passion.

“I’m emotional, and we play emotionally, especially on defense,” Gilbert said. “I’m pretty driven, and we’re pretty driven.”

Gilbert praised the leadership and unselfishness of his 40 seniors. One senior came up especially huge against Columbus East. Will Harrison, who is headed to Western Michigan on a soccer scholarship, kicked a state championship game-record 52-yard field goal. He also booted field goals of 44 and 42 yards.

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Thornewood Farms’ silo was built in the 1940s.

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By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com In 1980, Lisabeth Armstrong’s family property was in the middle of nowhere. She and her husband Thomas moved cover story to Thornewood Farms, which had belonged to the Armstrong family since the 1950s. Through the years, it became easier to live in the country. Now, Armstrong is concerned about Westfield’s rampant development, which edges closer and closer to her beloved property.

“I like to be able to come home to the country and go to the stores or gas stations or whatever, but I like to be able to live in the setting we’ve been in since 1980,” she said. “There’s something very special about it. It’s nice to not have the things that go on with a lot of development, which is a lot of noise, the traffic and the whole environment changes with a lot of houses.”

Armstrong spent the summer renovating Thornewood Farms’ silo, a building that has been on the property for more than 60 years. With the help of Mike McClain of Spencer, she transformed it into a homey workspace with a waterfall and rustic décor. She and her family use the renovated silo for meditation, writing and artistic creations. The cut-out windows look across the 55 acres where her horses graze.

But lately, the threat of future development by Pulte Homes across from the Wood Wind Golf Course has kept Armstrong from being able to fully enjoy her space in fear of what may soon surround it.

“We’ve been used to living in the country,” she said. “We can ride our bikes all around and have our horses. It’s been relatively peaceful and quiet. When the golf course was first put in, I remember calling my dad and saying, ‘You wouldn’t believe it, but there’s going to be a golf course across the street.’ He

said, ‘Don’t be upset, it will only improve your land value.’ Little did we know, though, that eventually that was going to possibly be surrounded by homes. It changes the whole character of this area.”

Armstrong is the creator of the “Stop Rampant Development in Westfield” petition, which elicited more than 700 signatures against the proposal. The proposal has had multiple public hearings, and the Westfield City Council has not reached a decision on whether or not to approve the development.

“My goals are to preserve the countryside we have here, keep it intact and make our voices heard so the (city) council doesn’t make all these decisions without listening to the people,” Armstrong said. “This is the largest development in the history of Westfield. It’s well over 700 acres of land and over 1,000 homes, 495 apartments, and this is an area that is supposed to be low density and rural according to the comprehensive plan.”

Armstrong has attended the public hearings along with other residents near the proposed development. It is uncertain when the city council will reach its decision. Pulte Homes returned with an updated proposal at the Nov. 21 plan commission meeting for another public hearing.

“I don’t mind there being houses, I’m not against development,” Armstrong said. “But they’re not listening to the people who already live here who have invested their lives and their property. They’re changing our landscape drastically.”

Meet Lisabeth Armstrong

Lisabeth Armstrong spent the summer renovating her silo into a workspace.

• Family: Husband, Thomas. Sons Michael, William and Henry.

• Pets: Cats Walker and Annabelle, dogs Sophie, Jackson and Saba, horses Albert and Edward.

• Silo history: Built in the 1940s, renovated in the 1970s, and renovated again in July to be a workspace for Armstrong and her family.

• Hobbies: Writing, painting, cooking, photography.

• Future of the property: Armstrong said she hopes to keep her property in the family. She wants to write a book about the silo’s history and its involvement on her property.

• Website: thornewood-farms.com.

Lisabeth Armstrong calls to her horse, Albert, which grazes in her field. (Photos by Anna Skinner)

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Don’t ditch the college That the United States is not a direct democracy where decisions are decided by popular vote is a dilemma for Democrats who are unhinged over Donald Trump’s Electoral College win. The drive for recounts is under way. Besides the left’s recount temper tantrum, Republican Electoral College members across the U.S. report harassment and threats from disgruntled Clinton supporters in a last-ditch effort to put their candidate, Hillary Clinton, who should be in the big house, in the White House.

One report says a young Michigan elector, Mike Banerian, received a message “containing a death wish” and another, “a death threat” in which someone threatened they’d “put a bullet” in his mouth. Banerian said he’s been called “a hateful bigot” and said, “people talk about shoving a gun in my mouth and blowing my brains out” - if he abides by Michigan law requiring electors to vote for Trump. Democrat leadership would be wise to detach itself from these whack jobs. These despotic dimwits don’t give a whit that America’s founders created the Electoral College to prevent that kind of mob-rule democracy, which will happen if a few big cities and states always control the outcome. Given all the talk about ditching the Electoral College, fair representation is the last thing on the minds of those who didn’t mind it at all when polls predicted a Clinton electoral landslide. Truth is, if they really cared about fairness, they’d ditch the Super Delegates system, which was rigged for Hillary when it robbed Bernie Sanders early on. That’s why we need the Electoral College, which serves to prevent voting fraud in certain areas from tainting a whole election.

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The truth is Commentary by Terry Anker Does anyone of us hold the patent on truth? Lo, these many centuries we humans have gone forth and multiplied. Perhaps we are the most successful higher creature to ever inhabit this blue rock. We are uniquely suited to work in groups. And in doing so, we fight significantly above our weight class. Among the elements required to this interaction are communication, intelligence, and likely most important, trust. We are required to believe in our compadres – to rely upon their commitment to us and the cause at hand. If we fail to have faith in their dedication, we are far less inclined to meet the challenge and keep our part. So truth, as an essential component of trust, is necessarily an essential component of human flourishing.

Truth, one might say, is sacred. Then, how do we identify it? It is simple enough when fact can be independently measured.

Pure water boils at sea level when it reaches 212 degrees Fahrenheit. We can all find

comfort in the elegant proof of this certainty. But much of what we call fact may more accurately be identified as perspective.

From where we sit, we honestly call out our read on a set of data but cannot hope to definitively call it universal truth.

The truth is that truth may be a function of social context and our own bias rather than a measurable scientific standard. If we cannot find a common starting point, can we hope to find our way to a common truth? Diversity is good. But in pursuing it, do we necessarily overlook the value of communal experience? Can we find shared truth without shared understanding? Who knows? Yet, if we hope to benefit from mutual trust, we know that finding and pursuing mutual truth is a prerequisite.

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

Q U OTE OF THE WEEK “Since we cannot change reality, let us change the eyes which see reality.”

– Nikos Kazantzakis

When my husband and I were first married, holidays, particularly Christmas, were a struggle. We both come humor from large families with very specific rituals and traditions.

I grew up with Scotch pines, Christmas Eve skits, and Santa’s gifts unwrapped.

Doo remembers Fraser firs, reading “The Night Before Christmas” the night before Christmas and receiving one “Santa setout.” Initially, the only thing we had in common were the big, multi-colored lights that emitted dangerously high levels of heat. It was a start, and we survived our first few Decembers without counseling.

But when we began having kids, things intensified. Where would we spend Christmas? Whose traditions would we follow?

At the heart of the matter, whose family was better? And even after 20 years, we are still having to tweak our Wilson-Morris melding of holiday cheer (though I contend that live theater is far better than a book reading!).

Take for instance the tinsel battle. I grew up with tinsel. I clearly remember my parents fighting over the stuff, mom clumping it on the branches just to be done with the whole tree-trimming mess, and dad, following behind her, barking, “You can’t just throw it on, Patty! You have to lay it carefully, strand by strand!” I truly believe Christmas trees are naked without tinsel.

Doo, unfortunately, did not experience the magic of tinsel in his house, and when I suggested it for our first tree together, he scoffed at the idea. So we compromised.

Every other year would be a tinsel year.

2016? Tinsel! And yet Doo behaved like a child when I broke it out last week and instructed everyone on its proper handling and application (no clumping, one strand per branch. Don’t screw it up!). “Well, the tree looked good a minute ago,” he declared. Really? Are we not passed this Yuletide pettiness?

No, we are not. But that’s the thing about marriage. It really doesn’t matter how long you’ve been together. Compromise will always play a leading role. And if I have to sacrifice “Mommie Dearest” reenactments, then Doo must learn to embrace tinsel, in all its sparkly beauty. Peace out.

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

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Porpoiseful gift Commentary by Dick Wolfsie Sometimes my friends disappoint me. Bob won’t take me to the airport at night (something about cataracts. Oh, please). Pat won’t feed humor our cat when we go away for the weekend (yes, Angel has bitten her, but no stitches were required … either time) and Cathy won’t water our plants (sure, philodendron makes her windpipe contract, but what are friends for?).

The need for dependable friends was made clear when I was down in the basement recently and found an old box filled with expired coupons, unused gift cards and this certificate: Congratulations, you’ve won! Feed the dolphins at the Indianapolis Zoo, Four people (Expiration: December 30, 2016).

I think I bought it at Zoo Fest, an annual gala where all the local eateries showcase their fares on the grounds of the park while you graze. I used to be a celebrity judge, but they stopped asking me about 12 years ago because I pigged out on so many cocktail shrimp at the first St. Elmo booth that I had no appetite (or working taste buds) for the next 30 restaurants whose food I was so supposed to sample.

If I wanted to use this offer, I really needed to invite three friends soon.

“Hi, Rob, it’s Dick Wolfsie. Say, I’m trying to get a group of people together to feed some dolphins …”

“Gee, Dick, only you, in landlocked Indiana, could find homeless, hungry dolphins.”

“These are not homeless, hungry dolphins.

These are well-fed, happy dolphins.”

“Then you need to find a more deserving charity. Aren’t we saving whales anymore? Or bald eagles?”

“I bought this at Zoo Fest for $300.”

“Yeah, I was there, too. I got the limo ride for forty bucks. No problems finding friends to come along.”

One more try.

“Mikki, how would you like to feed some dolphins with me?”

“Dick, I get the feeling that this request requires holding dead fish.”

“Yes, I think it does.”

Click.

The next time I go to one of these fundraisers, I’ll buy something extravagant like a weekend cabin in Vail over a weekend. But I won’t be able to go. Who would water the plants and feed the cat?

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

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Reasons for voting ‘no’ Editor, It is appalling that Dr. Sherry Grate states that she did not know exactly why 19 percent of the voters voted “no” to the referendum, but in her next statement she asserts that she does know the reason, in a very misleading and condescending manner. It is not that “they weren’t necessarily completely informed or needed more information.” Rather, it was for the reason given in her next statement that those voting “no” were opposed to unnecessary tax increases.

As I have written to Current before, it is absurd and insulting to the taxpayers that the supporters of this referendum extension tout that it is a tax decrease because it is now $0.03 per $100 valuation less than the original referendum of $0.23 per $100 valuation. No matter how it is spun by whom, this is still a tax increase above the base rate of $0.20 per $100 valuation.

Years ago, when the original refer-

endum was proposed, it was sold as a temporary funding measure that would end after a seven-year period. Obviously, the taxpayers were duped.

Those who voted against this tax increase may just be hard-working citizens who toil in the private sector employed by companies and enterprises that do not have the luxury of having referendums to aid their balance sheets as do the public schools. They also may feel that the schools need to live within their means as the taxpayers have to do even after they pay their taxes. One look at the majestic Westfield schools drives that point. The election is over and the referendum extension has passed; the deeper digging into the pockets of all township property owners will continue.

There is no need to give false rationalization as to why those against this tax increase voted “no.” They simply did for the reasons given above.

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Unraveled moves from Carmel

By Renee Larr • news@currentinwestfield.com Westfield resident Holli Godsey jumped at the chance to move her clothing boutique, Unraveled, from Carmel to Westfield when the opportunity presented itself. now open “I was on my way to work one day, and I passed by the space,” Godsey said. “I saw that it was for rent, and I just kind of jumped on it.

This location is better for exposure. I wanted something with a better aura for a boutique.

Westfield is growing, and I thought it was a great time to get in here and bring something different to the area.”

The store sells contemporary clothing and handmade local home decor.

“I mainly sell young contemporary clothing or contemporary clothing. Some people think it’s for younger people but I have people of all ages shop here,” she said. “If you like the style, then wear it. I have a lot of local art that is done by local artisans. I have a handful of

vendors that create the local art. They also do some jewelry lines.”

The price point is $20-$40 for a top, and nothing is over $55. Godsey is the sole employee. She was previously a stay-at-home mom.

“This is full time for me. I’m a one-woman show. We moved up here from Terre Haute two years ago. My husband decided to transfer (jobs),” she said. “We wanted a better life for my daughter. She’s almost 5 now. We heard Hamilton County, and especially the Westfield area, is good for children and raising a family, so we moved. I was a stay-at-home mom before opening the shop. I’m such a creative person that I was getting antsy, and I wanted to do something for myself which I hadn’t done in a long time.”

The boutique is at 108 E. Main St. in downtown Westfield and is open noon to 6 p.m.

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For more, contact lisa.samuels@hamiltoncounty.in.gov.

Swan Software expanding - Local software development firm Swan Software Solutions of Carmel is growing. The company recently moved into a new, larger space and has added Justin Bryant, vice president of consulting services; Cassandra Fitzgerald Medley, operations manager; and Alison Baker, marketing specialist to the U.S. team to help further the company’s growth. Swan reports its strongest year to date and is working with emerging local companies, such as NextGear Capital and BlueBridge Digital/Emplify.

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When he followed up his first book, “UNcommon,” with his second, “Beat the Curve,” Rodney Jones didn’t achievement expect to pursue the path any further than becoming a bestselling author. Yet last month in Hollywood, the Westfield resident received the Quilly and EXPY awards.

Jones received his second Quilly Award for “Beat the Curve,” and the next night he received the EXPY Award commemorating his success in communications. While Jones was in Hollywood, he was approached by Nick Nanton with a request of becoming a producer on a film autobiography on Jack Canfield, co-author of “Chicken Soup for the Soul.”

“I felt honored. Absolutely honored,” Jones said. “I never thought I would take this another step above being a bestselling author, but I never thought I would become a bestselling author, and I did. Each time I accomplish something it seems God opens up a new door for me to do something even bigger and better.”

“Soul for Success” was filmed last month in Santa Barbara, Calif., where Canfield lives. “(Canfield) is world renowned for being an entrepreneur, a coach and helping entrepreneurs to reach different levels of success,” Jones said. “It’ll be up for a Telly Award, and if

Rodney Jones received the Quilly and EXPY awards in Hollywood and was selected as a producer for “Soul for Success.” (Submitted photo)

the movie gets awarded a Telly Award, I get awarded the Telly Award as well. I’m listed on all credits as a producer of the movie. This is huge. I’m very excited about this because it’s possible that once I learn how to do this and see the insides of it, I might possibly do an autobiography on my own story.”

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State Farm Insurance holds ribbon-cutting ceremony

Agency Owner Kolton Blickenstaff cuts the ribbon to the State Farm Insurance office, 516 E. Ind. 32. From left, Ken Blickenstaff, Jordan Blickenstaff, Rowan Blickenstaff, Cheryl Blickenstaff, Kahli Blickenstaff, Kolton Blickenstaff, Chamber President Jack Russell and City Council President Chuck Lehman. (Submitted photo)

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10 ways to control cravings Commentary by Christy Kirkendol-Watson With the holiday season upon us, we all could use a quick reminder about reaching for the “bad stuff” during idle time or diet otherwise. Here are 10 strategies to help decrease cravings: 1. Make the decision. You have to decide if you want to gradually decrease the bad sugars/carbohydrates or quit cold turkey. After a month, you will experience fewer cravings.

2. Watch your sugar level. Items with a lot of carbohydrates, or sugar, cause your blood sugar to rise and fall fast.

Eat high-protein meals to regulate your sugar level and feel full longer.

3. Sugary beverages: Don’t! These are full of carbohydrates and sugar, and diet drinks have been shown to increase cravings because artificial sweeteners are 600 times sweeter than table sugar.

Water, please.

4. Substitute. If you’re craving something, choose a healthier alternative instead, such as a protein bar or tea.

5. Distract. If you’re feeling the munchies have arrived, want to stress eat or eat out of boredom, try other activities

instead. Immediately.

6. Question yourself! If you find yourself looking in the kitchen, ask yourself, “Am I actually hungry?” You may really be bored, stressed, anxious or in need of movement.

7. Organize. It’s really this simple: Organize your fridge and pantry so you see healthy options first.

8. Eat mindfully. We eat fast and often while in the middle of another task, which leads to eating more. Only focusing on eating helps you realize when you feel/sense being full.

9. Control your environment. Eat a high-protein filling breakfast so it will be easier to avoid temptation at work.

10. Sleep. When you don’t get enough sleep, the hormone cortisol becomes abnormal and increases hunger. Try banning electronics in the bedroom and instead read or bathe before bedtime.

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Such stewardship practices involve allowing minor bacterial infections to run their course and treating only the most serious infections with antibiotics to help these medicines maintain their effectiveness in the future.

Less than 30 years ago, children died or were severely impaired from meningitis, one of the most severe bacterial infections.

Fortunately today, this disease can be easily prevented by following a routine vaccination schedule, and if necessary, treated with strong medications.

Pneumonia and bacterial urinary tract infections are conditions that require antibiotics.

Prescription antibiotics also are needed for some minor bacterial infections, such as strep throat and impetigo. If untreated, these infections may have serious consequences.

In healthy children, infections like sinusitis

and ear infections may go away within a few days without antibiotics. Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye), which accounts for less than 50 percent of pink eye cases, may not require antibiotics, depending on the severity of symptoms. Allowing minor infections like these to resolve on their own strengthens the body’s immune system. It’s also important to remember that antibiotics are not effective in treating viral infections, such as the common cold, flu, cough and sore throat.

Although it’s natural for parents to want to minimize their child’s discomfort and enable quick healing, it’s best to let your child’s doctor take the lead in determining if and when prescribing an antibiotic is necessary. The most important things parents can do to help keep children healthy are to instill good handwashing habits and ensure children receive recommended vaccinations. Prevention is key, and it starts at home.

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cantly higher inpatient survival than other cardiovascular hospitals (25 to 55 percent higher).

The Truven reports the 2017 50 Top Cardiovascular HosTo St.Vincent Heart Center of Indiana’s Dr. Edward Fry, pitals also had fewer patients with complications (20 to all the factors that Truven Health Analytics uses to name 22 percent fewer); higher 30-day survival rates for its 50 Top Cardiovascular acute myocardial infarction (AMI) and heart failure achievement Hospitals are important.

(HF), and coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG) One, in particular, is huge. patients (0.5 to 1.1 percentage points higher); lower “Of the things they measure one of them is readmission rates for AMI, HF and CABG patients survival and mortality from heart attacks, heart (0.5 to 1.2 percentage points lower; average failure and bypass surgery, so that obviously is lengths of stay for CABG patients that were one the most important thing,” said Fry, chairman of day lower (0.3 to 0.5 days lower than the other the cardiology division of St.Vincent Medical Group Fry patient groups); and $1,200 to $6,100 less in total and chairman of Cardiovascular Service Line for costs per patient case.

St.Vincent Health and Ascension Health. “The outcomes “Around here we have a little tongue-in-cheek that we are demonstratively better than a hospital that is not in feel like we’re the best-kept secret in Indiana, although the 50. All aspects they cite are important. But if you are we have tremendous recognition around the country,” Fry a patient, to know that your chances of surviving a heart said. “Many of the clinician leaders in our group are nationattack or surviving an episode of heart failure or having a ally recognized experts in their fields as well as leaders in good outcome from bypass surgery or some other procecardiovascular organizations. So we take pride in that.” dures, those would be the kinds of things you’d look for.”

Fry, an Indianapolis resident, has been with St.Vincent For the sixth time, St.Vincent Heart Center has been since 1991. recognized as one of the nation’s Top 50 Cardiovascular “I practice in the Indianapolis hospitals and do outreach Hospitals. It was the only hospital in Indiana to receive the in other parts of the state,” Fry said. “That’s a distinguishhonor. ing aspect that all of our physicians have. Although they The Truven study is an annual quantitative study that have a home base, they support care throughout the identifies the nation’s best cardiovascular care providers, state. That’s one way we’ve been able to grow our cardiobased on publicly available data and a balanced look at vascular program, which in turns supports the inpatient clinical, operational and financial performance metrics. programs.”

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A Child’s Christmas in Wales — “A Child’s Christmas in Wales” runs for three weekends at 7 p.m. through Dec. 17 at Studio 15, 15 First Ave. N.E. Tickets are $15-18. For more, visit brownpapertickets.com or call 317-688-8877.

Antique Stories and Songs — The young and the young at heart are encouraged to visit the Old Picket Fence on the second Saturday of each month for a special historical treat. Strumming her 1890s parlor guitar, Janet Gilray portrays “Miss Melody,” a Victorian schoolmarm. Mrs. Rosie M. Hoistion, proprietress of the Old Picket Fence, is also on-site to welcome guests for Gilray’s “Antique Stories/Antique Songs” hour. The next one is Dec. 9, 2017, from 10-11 a.m., Old Picket Fence, 894 Logan St., Noblesville. Free admission.

For more, visit noblesvilleantiques.com.

Barbara and Ed Kiernan (Zionsville) told Where’s Amy they love going to the Indianapolis Opera.

Where’s Amy always loves to run into her pals Kevin and Jody DeFord (Coatsville), who attended with Mimi and Joe Boarini (Carmel). (Photos by Amy Pauszek)

Where’s Amy attends Indianapolis Opera’s ‘The Barber of Seville’ at The Tarkington

“The Barber of Seville” opera artists Michael Kelly, Deborah Domanski and Ben Robinson performing live on stage at the Tarkington Theatre.

Where’s Amy was treated to an unforgettable experience thanks to the Indianapolis Opera’s General Director Kevin Patterson and Director of Marketing and Communications Jill Vandegriff, both of Carmel. The Tarkington was packed with guests, and it is safe to say that everyone enjoyed the famous nonstop, funny and fast-action performance of “The Barber of Seville.” I sat in awe listening to beautifully composed music and the sheer thrill of attending another professional live opera. It was incredible to go back stage and see the vibrant, detailed costumes up close and have the opportunity to photograph several of the artists and creative team members. If you have never been to the Indianapolis Opera, I urge you to grab your family and friends to attend. It’s truly magical. Where’s Amy can’t wait to see you in March at “The Jewel Box.” For more, visit indyopera.org.

Director of Marketing and Communications Jill Vandegriff (Carmel) and Indianapolis Opera artist Megan Moore (Indianapolis) backstage at the Tarkington Theatre.

The Belfry Theatre Presents: Dashing Through the Snow — It’s four days before Christmas in the comedic tiny town of Tinsel, Texas, where it’s Christmas 24/7, 365. Watch the colorful, eccentric guests as they arrive at the Snowflake Inn and deck the halls with holiday hilarity, including ill-advised romantic rendezvous, a demanding guest who refuses to leave, a tipsy housekeeper, and even a spur-of-the-moment wedding on Dec. 9 at The Belfry Theatre: 10690 Greenfield Ave., Noblesville for more, visit thebelfrytheatre.com New Year’s Eve Extravaganza presented by Taft — At 8 p.m. Dec. 31, the Palladium in Carmel will host another NYE event. Guests will enjoy food, dancing and more. The entertainment includes popular variety band the Impalas on the Palladium stage, the modern country sounds of Joe Hess & the Wandering Cowboys in the Founders Room, the Scott Routenberg Jazz Trio in the Songbook Lounge and DJ Lockstar in the Robert Adam Room. Tickets are $85 and include non-stop entertainment, food and party favors.

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After spending a summer with Ohio Light Opera Company, Anderson moved to New York Jessamyn Anderson has developed a strong City in September.

“So, I’m just getting my feet wet in the muconnection with the Indiana Wind Symphony. sic scene here,” Anderson said. “I’ve The 2011 performance Carmel High done a cabaret and an impromptu performance with a jazz ensemble. I School gradualso sing with a contemporary church ate will perform as a soloist with IWS choir at my home church in the city, at 7 p.m. Dec. 11 at the Palladium in and I love singing with that group.”

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Anderson loves performing with “I can hardly believe it,” Anderson IWS, too. said. “(IWS music director) Dr. (Charlie) Anderson “It is always a joy to collaborate Conrad asked me to join the IWS for with talented musicians, but it’s an even bettheir holiday concert when I was a freshman ter experience when they are kind and fun to in college (Indiana University), and that was work with,” Anderson said. “That’s how it has my professional debut. This will be my sevalways been with the IWS. Many of them have enth time performing at the Palladium, and I been in the group since I started performing hope it isn’t my last.” with the ensemble, and it’s been fun to grow The theme of the concert is Christmas musically right alongside them. They are alWarmth. ways warm and welcoming, and they always Anderson will be singing the Indiana Wind leave a delicious Symphony Hershey bar in my Symphony’s special renditions of “O Holy dressing room, so no complaints about that.”

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Smith, a certified public accountant, is the finance director for the Phoenix Theatre. Along with Civic, she also has performed at Beef and Susan Boilek Smith is enthusiastically Boards and Footlite Musicals. embracing her role in Civic Theatre’s “I’ve been an active theater person “Disney’s Beauty and for many years and a big supporter of theater the Beast.” the arts,” she said.

“It’s the imaginaAlex Smith, another Carmel tion, the creativity, the beautiful resident, is playing LeFou, his first music, the story is wonderful,” she speaking role in a musical. He was said of the musical’s allure. “It’s a in the ensemble for the musical fabulous cast. Everyone is perfect in Smith “Young Frankenstein” at Civic earlier their roles.” this fall. Before that, the 2005 Carmel High Smith will appear as the Enchanted WardSchool graduate hadn’t been in a musical in robe in the performances Dec. 9 through Jan. approximately six years, when he was in the 1 at the Tarkington in Carmel. ensemble for “The Wedding Singer” at Footlite “The Wardrobe is a hoot because it’s a Musicals. small role, but she is so loud and so silly,” “I love getting to act as LeFou,” he said.

Smith said. “It’s very playful. I get to sing op“He’s such a goofy character, and he’s very era; you never get to see that very often.” animated. I try to bring as much energy into Smith, who moved to Carmel in 1995, has the role as possible. I have three nieces and a been in the Civic Theatre’s Wicked Witch of nephew who will be coming to see the show, the West for “The Wizard of Oz” for the last so my number one goal is to be able to make four productions during a course of nearly 20 them, and hopefully everyone in the audience, years. smile and laugh.”

“I love working with Civic. It’s a fabulous The performances are at 7 p.m. Thursdays, theatre and it’s quite an asset to Carmel,” she Fridays and Saturdays, 2 p.m. on Saturdays said. “Second, I love working with (director) and Sundays. For more, visit civictheatre.org.

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By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Morgan Rust figures she has come a long way in her eight years at Indiana Ballet Conservatory. holidays “Originally, I was a little mouse and now I’ve grown up and I’m doing the Sugar Plum with Lasha Khozashvili, a Boston Ballet principal (dancer),” Morgan said.

Morgan and twin sister Julia, 15, homeschooled sophomores from Noblesville, share the role of the Sugar Plum with Ricako Suzuki in the IBC’s production of “The Nutcracker” Dec. 8 through 11 at the Toby Theatre at the Indianapolis Museum of Art. This is Julia’s second year as the Sugar Plum.

“It was so special and incredible to work with (Khozashvili),” Julia said. “He’s an incredible dancer and he’s super nice as a person and just a dream to work with.”

IBC founding Artistic Director Alyona Yakovleva-Randall said Khozashvili was impressed with Julia last year.

Julia and Morgan encourage each other to improve.

“When we dance together, it’s not a competition. We just inspire each other to do better,” Julia said.

Quinn Starner, 14, is from Temperance, Mich., but has come to the IBC to train and

Julia Rust performing with Lasha Khozashvili in 2015 “The Nutcracker.”

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This is the 10th anniversary of this version of “The Nutcracker.”

“I staged this the first time in Indianapolis 10 years ago,” Yakovleva-Randall said. “Each year it gets better. It’s going to be an amazing production with a great cast.”

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Stuart also will play crowd favorites.

“I still love playing ‘Tempted’ and ‘The Whiskey Ain’t Workin,’ and ‘Hillbilly Rock’ usuFor five-time Grammy winner Marty Stuart, ally finds its way in (the concert),” there’s never much time for rest.

Stuart said. “There’s a lot of people “We’ve been touring music perpetually since Januwho still remember those songs and liked those songs in the first place. ary,” Stuart said I can’t forget them because there Stuart and the Fabulous Superlaare a handful of songs that gave me tives will land in Carmel at 8 p.m. Dec. a reason to get a bus, a band and 9 at The Warehouse, 254 First Ave. some cowboy clothes and do them all “This is kind of the end of our tour,” Stuart across the world. I appreciate those Stuart said. “We start up again at songs. They really helped out at the time.” the end of January. I love traveling, I still love Stuart said his band’s style fits in many recording, playing and writing songs. It helps different venues, including The Warehouse’s when you have that right band, and it helps listening room style. when you have the right songs. It helps when “We have a whole lot of songs in our arseyour mission amounts to something. We’re nal,” Stuart said. “So, the beauty of this band champions for the culture of country music. is we can just get to a venue and size it up That’s a wonderful mission to be a part of.” and say it’s one of these kind of places and Stuart’s album “Way Out West” will likely be tailor the show for the night.” released in March.

Stuart is married to country singing star “It’s a love letter to the West Coast world Connie Smith. of country music, and there is a hillbilly surf “Sometimes we’re at the same show,” band record coming out later in the year,” Stuart said. “I love when that happens. It’s a Stuart said. “We’ll probably play a song or two great night of music when that occurs.” from those.”

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Island Eggnog Submitted content courtesy of Family Features Ingredients: • 6 eggs, beaten • 2 teaspoons grated lime zest • 2 cans (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk • 3 cups canned evaporated milk • 2 cups Angostura 7 Year Rum • 1 ounce Angostura Aromatic Bitters • 1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg or cinnamon Directions: In large bowl, beat eggs and lime zest using electric mixer until light and fluffy. Gradually pour in condensed milk while continuing to mix then pour in evaporated milk.

Stir in rum and bitters; sprinkle with nutmeg. Transfer to bottle and refrigerate at least 3 hours (preferably overnight). Serve in rocks glasses over crushed ice or in Champagne flutes for entertaining. Garnish with freshly grated nutmeg or cinnamon.

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Here is one easy solution.

Tailgaters need a thermo electric cooler.

Ours is the 40-Quart Powerchill Hot/Cold TherAs we’ve said, writing a column about tailmoelectric Cooler by Coleman. One good thing gating isn’t just about recipes. It entrusts about this device is that a hot pot of to us the responsibility to make soup, stew or chili can be placed honest recommendations to into it and the pot will travel our readers of what to buy to to the game as hot as it was make their tailgating experiwhen it was placed into the ences better. We’re not going cooler. The cooler plugs into the to repeat the list of close to lighter outlet in the vehicle and 100 items we have tried out heats as long as the vehicle’s and observed since 1995. But engine is running. But cold remember, when we say you weather isn’t the only time for need something, it comes from this cooler. our own observations and perThe Powerchill also can sonal experiences. cool like a refrigerator. That’s Late in the football season A thermo electric cooler by right, when the power plug is Coleman is a good gift for a we know these basic truths: changed from hot to cold, the It’s going to be cold in the early tailgater. (Submitted photo) device cools. We use ours as an extra fridge part of the day, warmer in the afternoon and to store items like soda, water and beverage then it’s going to cool off and become cold in bottles that clutter our fridge when we need the evening. For the most part, this means to use the space to store items prepared people will want to have things that make for the next day’s tailgate. This cooler has a them feel warm. First, they exhibit what is called heliotropism, just as plants do. It means converter that allows us to plug it into a 110 outlet as well as a lighter so it is useable at they follow the sun. The sun makes one feel home and in the car. warm even on a cold day. They also try to As we’ve said these last few weeks, items stay out of the wind, and they dress warmly like this are now on sale. Coleman.com has in layers. So now that the body is warmed, it at $134.99, now reduced to $94.49. Target what about the spirit? has it, as does Sears and other retailers, so Nothing makes one feel better on a cold look around and find this necessary tailgating day than a steaming bowl of a hearty soup item. It will be a perfect gift. or chili. There’s something warming to one’s spirit when they see steam rising. People are Joe Drozda is the author of “The known to even put their hands above the Tailgater’s Handbook” and is bowl just to feel the warmth of the steam. considered the “Father of AmeriBut now the question becomes, how can the can Tailgating.” His website is tailgatershandbook.com. He is a chili you make at home, usually the night beresident of Hamilton County. fore, be steaming when you get to the game?

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Society Dec. 10 – Ann Hampton Callaway and Carmel Symphony Orchestra Dec. 11 – Indiana Wind Symphony The Warehouse – 254 1 Ave. S.W., Carmel – liveforthemusic.com Dec. 7 – Diane Schuur Dec. 9 – Marty Stuart and the Fabulous Superlatives Mo’s Irish Pub – 13193 Levinson Ln., Ste 100,

Noblesville – mosirishpub.com/indy Dec. 8 – John Blythe Dec. 9 – Mr. Zero Dec. 10 – Poparazzi Rathskeller – 401 E. Michigan St., Indianapolis – rathskeller.com Dec. 9 – Frank & Doug Dec. 10 – Tennessee Walker Hopwood Cellars Winery – 12 E. Cedar St., Zionsville – hopwoodcellars.com Dec. 9 – The Wilsons Dec. 10 – Private Stock Vogue Nightclub – 6259 N. College Ave., Indianapolis – thevogue.com Dec. 7 – Too Short and Mistah Fab Dec. 8 – Lupe Fiasco and the Boy Illinois Dec. 9 – Zoso and Decibel *Performers are scheduled, but may change

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Blueprint for Improvement: Basement theater in Carmel Commentary by Larry Greene

After solutions:

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The goal for this basement was to maximize the efficiency of the under-utilized rooms, creating a functional and beautiful space for the family.

1. The main area of the basement was converted into a theater room. A platform was created to give raised seating, creating a true theater feel while maintaining the inviting, casual look of the basement.

2. A seating wall was created in the theater room with a bar ledge so the family and guests could enjoy their bar while watching a movie. Slate tile on the wall mixed with the luxury vinyl flooring provide an overall visual warmth.

3. A barn door divides the dedicated game room and theater. This allows the homeowners to open up and connect the two rooms, or close it off while not in use. The game room was created by combining the unused bedroom and bonus room.

4. The casual seating area of the basement was updated with a new fireplace and built-ins to tie the entire rustic aesthetic together.

Before Background Info: These homeowners in the Village of West Clay in Carmel had a basement filled with miscellaneous exercise equipment and unused bedroom space. They were looking for a space that fit all of their functional needs while still looking beautiful, bright and updated.

Before problems: The basement was mostly unused space and was not an enjoyable place for the family to gather and make memories. The unneeded bedroom and bonus room were essentially wasted space, and the exercise equipment needed a dedicated space to be hidden away.

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Inside Longshan Temple in Taipei, Taiwan. (Photo by Don Knebel)

Taipei’s Longshan Temple Commentary by Don Knebel The Longshan Temple in Taipei, Taiwan, is a favorite destination for students seeking help as they face important examinations. The power of the temple is said to be travel demonstrated by the survival of its most sacred possession.

In 1738, Han immigrants from the mainland built a Buddhist temple in the Manka District of Taipei. They named the temple after one they had left behind and dedicated it to the Bodhisattva of Compassion, known to Chinese Buddhists as Guan-Yin, usually portrayed as female, and to Tibetan Buddhists as Avalokitesvara, usually portrayed as male. As people with different religious beliefs and traditions came to Taipei, images of other gods and goddesses, some from Taoism and some from Chinese folk religions, were added to the temple. Today, the Longshan Temple includes representations of about 100 deities, including Guan-Yu, a Han general many worship as the god of war. A pamphlet handed out at the temple says this spiritual diversity “shows the tolerant mentality of the Chinese people in

their religious life.”

The multitude of deities represented in the Longshan Temple means there is one for virtually all of life’s milestones, from sea voyages and crucial tests to marriages and child births.

Before any of these events, residents of Taipei go to Longshan Temple, where they pray to the god likely to be of most help. They offer up smoldering incense in golden urns featuring images of “fools holding up the sky.”

Earthquakes and typhoons have repeatedly damaged the Longshan Temple, which was completely rebuilt in 1919. Allied aircraft bombed it during World War II. Despite the devastation of the structures around it, the ornate representation of Bodhisattva Guan-Yin has survived, largely intact. Temple supporters attribute this to the efficacy of Longshan Temple. Students who visit the temple before passing their exams agree.

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

Dispatches Don’t let cookies get hard – Store crispy and chewy cookies in separate containers. If you combine them, the moisture from the chewy cookies will make the crispy ones lose their crunch. To keep soft cookies soft, place a piece of bread in the container. The moisture in the bread will be absorbed and keep the cookies nice and soft.

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Clean up broken glass – During holiday decorating, fragile glass ornaments can easily get broken. One easy way to pick up tiny broken glass shards is to cover the area with a slice of bread and press down lightly.

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Wrapping gifts for kids – Kids don’t care about elaborately wrapped gifts and they tear into packages too fast to even notice. To save time and labels at Christmas, wrap each child’s gifts in a specific themed paper and repeat each year. For example, one child always gets snowman paper and another always gets Santa paper. This way everyone can tell at a glance who gets each gift.

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Sell me your...OLD GUITAR Local buyer is looking for older Gibson, Fender, Martin, etc. guitars, amplifiers and musical instruments of all kinds.

Friendly to-your-door service!

Please call today! 317-771-9294 Thank you, Brian

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Tan Chihuahua named Zoe with white paws. Last seen at Riverglen Crossing at 116th and Allisonville. Please contact Paula Johnson 317-965-2370.

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Will clean out houses, garages, basements, attics, etc; move/haul furniture, trash, etc. clean gutters, rake leaves; run errands; do odd jobs, render personal services. Full insured.: Text or call Jay@ 574-398-2135: Now accepting reservations for snow removal

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN DECEMBER 8/9/10, 10AM-2PM 5665 Skyridge Dr. 46250 Selling the contents of the entire home. Thousands of items available. Amazing Mid-Century Modern Pieces and Antiques Preserved in Time Near Castleton Mall.

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Call now for $20 off your first cleaning!

Certified Natural Health Practitioner Holistic Health & Wellness Center 14074 Trade Center Dr., Suite 129 Fishers, IN 46038 • 317.289.1010

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

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The Electric Bike Center

622 South Rangeline Rd Suite S Car. 46032

CHRISTMAS e-Bike SALE Nov 24th Thru Dec 24th Manufacturer Discounts 15-40% SAVINGS Pedal Assist Bikes have Great Health Benefits Call 317-506-6902 to set an appointment or Store Hours are Thurs – Sunday 1pm to 4pm

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Brand NEW Queen Pillowtop Mattress and Box Spring set. Still in factory sealed plastic. Never used. ONLY $195.

Del. Avail. Call today 317-480-6463 Mobile Boutique for sale; includes truck, inventory, equipmt, event and client lists. Truck is 1986 diesel, 26K miles, awning, window and generator installed. Well mntn’d. Please contact 317-464-7072

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Grades Kdg. - 6 Reading and Math Licensed Retired Teacher - 34 years Please respond to doreenedolnics@att.net 317-446-2849

ESTATE SALE ESTATE SALE – 735 College Way (Wilson Village), Carmel, December 10th from 8:00am to 1:00pm.

Something for everyone including antiques, copper apple butter kettle, collectibles, teapot, salt and pepper and salt cellar collections, antique clock collection, vinyl records, furniture, household items, tools of all kinds, 2 bicycles. NO EARLY SALES

NOW HIRING Customer Service Representative, City of Westfield. • This role is highly customer-service focused and requires strong communication skills including answering phones and greeting customers. • Daily accounting duties involving utility billing, cash handling, and accounts payable/receivable. Must be able to multi task. Moderate knowledge of accounting based computer programs is encouraged. • Please send resume via email to ksparks@westfield.in.gov or mail to City of Westfield 2728 E. 171st St. Westfield, IN 46074 Attn: Kristen Sparks.

NOW HIRING NOW HIRING INTERIOR PAINTER

Full time work all year, Mon-Fri. No nights or weekends. Servicing Hamilton County. Must have excellent cut-in skills, be clean and organized, and deliver detailed quality work. Must have reliable transportation. Pay based on skill and experience. Call Jonathan 317-999-8124. www.wallapainting.com

Now Hiring: Dining Room Staff

Donatello’s Italian Restaurant is looking for motivated individuals for dining room and kitchen positions, such as bus person, hostess and dishwasher. Weekends are the biggest need with occasional weeknights. Pay starts at $10 an hour.

E-mail a resume to donatellositalian@ gmail.com or stop by at 9 W. Main Street in Carmel. Must have reliable transportation and be at least 16 years old.

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Now Hiring Veterinary Assistant

Part time veterinary assistant open at a caring and friendly locally owned 3 doctor practice in Westfield.

The ability to multi task, maintain written records and computer skills are needed.

This is a physically active position that requires lifting.

Please fax resumes to Administrator at 317-867-2374 or fill out an application in person at Westfield Veterinary Care 17735 Sun Park Drive, Westfield.

Visit our website at: www.westfieldvetcare.com

College not for you?

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

Why Fred Astaire?

We offer a great environment, guaranteed starting salary, great training and opportunities to travel and compete. Need we say more?

Call Dan at 317-846-3237

Cold Stone Creamery at 82nd St/Allisonville Rd is looking for a DAY TIME position.

12PM – 4 PM. Lynn 317-501-6468.

Lead Database Administrator (Carmel, IN): Dsgn, instll, monitor, maint., & prfrmnce tune databases - ensuring high levels of data availability. Dvlp, implmt, & oversee DB policies & procedures to ensure integrity & avail. of database & accompanying SW. Oversee 2 Sr Database Administrators, & 1 Database Administrator. Assess & dvlp long-term strategic goals for prdctn databases in conjunction w/ data owners & dept mgrs.

Dsgn & implmt redundant systms, policies, & procedures for disaster recvry & data archiving to ensure effective protection & integrity of data assets. Cndct rsrch & make recmdat’ns on database prdcts, srvcs, protocols, & stndrds in spprt of procurement & dvlpmt efforts. Config. relevant ntwrk components to ensure database access as well as database consistency & integrity. Resume to Kelly Heindl, CNO Services, LLC, 11825 N Pennsylvania St, Carmel, IN, 46032 REF: AG1116

Now Hiring Waiters/Waitresses APPLY IN PERSON 160 E Carmel Dr. Carmel, IN

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

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

We offer: • Flexible schedule - full and part time • Competitive pay - $10-$15 per hour • Night bonus/referral bonus • Employee retirement plan • Custom match care giver to client 317-774-0074 option 5 Apply@claritycaregivers.com

Carmel Clay Schools is Hiring!

• Bus Drivers & Bus Aides Signing bonus of $1,500 for bus drivers*

• Cafeteria Workers • Custodians Every position has unique opportunities! *Call for details

Apply online at http:www1.ccs.k12in.us/district/home

Stop by our office at 5201 East Main Street, Carmel, IN 46033 Email: cmiddlet@ccs.k12.in.us or call 317-844-9961.

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Saturday Driver (7 AM to 3 PM) Part-time/Full-time Drivers (weekdays, various shifts) HS Diploma required/Drivers must have Public Passenger Chaffeur’s License (or ability to obtain) or CDL $11 or more per hour, depending on experience Benefits include paid training, paid vacation/holidays, 401k, uniforms and more!

Apply in person at Janus, 1555 Westfield Rd, Noblesville Or call (317) 773-8781 ext 103 for more information Application available online at janusinc.hirecentric.com/jobsearch PRIME 47 Carmel IS NOW HIRING All Positions.

We are growing and Prime 47 is looking for the very best Servers, Bussers, Line Cooks, Host Staff If you want to be part of a growing team of professionals please apply between 1 and 4 M- FR at Clay Terrace Mall next to Dicks sporting goods EOE

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