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Local blood drive continues – Dec. 17 on the Courthouse Square in Lebanon; 11 a.m. on Dec. 19. Schedule an appointment by visiting www. indianablood.org or by calling (800) 632-4722.

From left, Bill Langley, Tom McKamey and Don White. (Submitted photo)

The Bounders 50 years later

By Dawn Pearson • news@currentzionsville.com

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Encouraged to push forward by family, teachers and friends, Zionsville young woman, Phillips pursues her singing career. (Photo by Dawn Pearson)

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It was 1963, hippies were evolving, Beatlemania slammed America, John F. Kennedy was president of the United States, The Rev. Dr. Martin award Luther King led the Civil Rights Movement, and The Bounders became the first rock ’n’ roll band out of Zionsville.

America was in the midst of major growing pains; it was a tremulous time for everyone. But four young Zionsville High School boys were determined to be a part of the rock ’n’ roll movement. For several years beginning in 1963, The Bounders rocked the bricks.

Bill Langley played lead guitar, Tom McKamey played the bass guitar, Richard Ulander played drums and Don White played the rhythm guitar and belted out the tunes in the original band. Later a fifth Bounder, Ron Drew, joined the band as a bass player.

After 50 years, they will rebound for a “one more time” free show from 8 to 10 p.m. Dec. 21 at the American Legion. According to White, this is on the band’s bucket list, even though Ulander won’t be able to join due to health issues.

“He was a Green Beret in the Vietnam War and the war took its toll on him,” White said.

White’s interest in music started with his family.

“We were a very musical family,” Sharon DeLong, White’s sister and Zionsville resident, said. “Don and I started out singing on a radio show when we were very young, and we’ve performed in many church events. We starting singing out at our grandparents’ church as kids.”

Richard Ulander, Bill Langley and Tom McKamey are on the bike and Ron Drew and Don White are standing in the back. (Submitted photo)

White kept his interest in music and, after witnessing some of Langley’s jam sessions, White was hooked.

“After hearing Bill play in the old Zionsville High School gym, finding out my cousin Tom could play, Richard banging on the drums in a solo performance and knowing I wanted to sing, our dream of fame and fortune began practicing in our parent’s living rooms and garages, we were ready to go public,” White said.

Growing up they all watched American Bandstand and were inspired by many of the performers on the show.

But 50 years ago they were having the time of their lives.

Langley’s father, Bill, 96, a lifelong Zionsville resident, asked his son, “Do you think you can remember all the words and chords to all those songs from 50 years ago?”

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DVD review Columnist Chris Lloyd thinks most movies today are too long.

“Prisoners” is not a short flick: just a hair over 150 minutes.

But it’s one of the rare films he thinks is exactly as long as it needed to be. It’s also one of his favorite cinematic experiences of 2013. Read more at currentnightandday.com

Recycle old Christmas lights – Akard True Value is recycling Christmas lights now through Jan. 15. Bring your old Christmas lights to Akard or Just Ask Rentals in Zionsville.

For more information, call 873-5255 or e-mail leighann@truevalue.net.

Meet Susan Brooks’ staff – U.S. Rep. Susan W. Brooks (R-Ind.) will meet with residents at her district office staff from 1 to 4 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at the Zionsville Town Hall, 1100 W. Oak St. Santa tours Zionsville – The Zionsville Fire Dept. will have a special guest join nightly rides through the town. Santa Claus will be seen riding on the fire engine through the neighborhoods. Nightly tours are from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. through Dec. 24. If you have questions, contact Lt. Scott Peters, Zionsville Fire Dept. public educator, at speters@zionsville-in. gov.

Men’s Night Out – 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 19. This special shopping night out is designed for men to finish their last-minute shopping. Village shops, galleries and restaurants will have special Men’s Night events, promotions and refreshments throughout the evening.

Phillp B. Willson Book Signing - Phillip B. Wilson will be signing copies of his book, “100 Things Every Colts Fan Needs to Know and Do Before They Die,” from 5 to 8 p.m. Dec 19 at Black Dog Books.

Boone County Senior Services - The satellite offive, 675 S. Ford Rd., will be closed Dec 24, 25 and 27.

Fun & Fit Over Fifty- Energy Wellness Coordinator Josh Dickey will teach this class from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Thursdays at Boone County Senior Services, 675 S. Ford Rd.

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When it comes to dentistry, Dick Wolfsie very old school. He liked sitting straight up in the chair, not reclining like a sunbather and looks back fondly on the giant needle they once used to inject the Novocaine.

Yes, going to the dentist was something real men did, so all of the new technology makes him uneasy in the chair. Read more at currentzionsville.com

Receiving seed catalogs before Christmas? To Mike Redmond that seems wrong.

When they arrive at their customary time, after Christmas, in the dead of winter, seed catalogs speak of the coming spring, and the wonderfully optimistic act of planting a garden. If the seed catalogs really are taking their cues from the Christmas catalogs, he’ll be getting them weekly from now until planting time. Read more at currentzionsville.com

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Columnist Vicky Earley explains the Color of the Year for 2014 – PANTONE 183224 Radiant Orchid – and how it is clear that it is not just a random selection made by a group looking for a pretty color. The prediction of trends is part fashion, part sociology and part crystal ball. Read more at currentzionsville.com

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I got a new camera last week, and it’s brought my photography career full circle. That means I have returned to the place I plain talk started umpteen years ago.

My first camera was a Brownie Shur Shot. You pointed at a subject and clicked the shutter. Point and shoot. No muss, no fuss. Later I graduated to a Pentax single lens reflex, enrolled in journalism school at the University of Missouri and pondered focal distance, aperture settings and that spot on every lens called the circle of least confusion.

A couple of years later the U.S. Navy sent me to New York to study Leica photography, using the world’s most sophisticated and expensive cameras. The instructors were called engineers and spoke with German accents. During the course I learned more than I would ever need to know about photochemistry, film production, darkroom technology and camera mechanics. I also learned I could never afford a Leica.

Later as a civilian, I bought Nikon equipment;

lots of it, including lenses so awesome I could photograph the whiskers on a squirrel chattering in a treetop a block away.

After years of shooting conventions in Phoenix, product demonstrations in Detroit, car races in Florida and horse farms in Kentucky, I retired from the picture-taking business, set my sights on writing the great American novel, and sold my camera gear.

But, like a junkie in withdrawal, I still needed an occasional fix. Last week I bought a Nikon P520 camera. It looks a lot like my old Nikons, except this one is digital and presents a whole new paradigm in photography. The problem is, I don’t know how to use it. The instruction manual – a mere 30 pages – is useless. It will do a thousand things, none of which I comprehend, except for one: point and shoot.

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Compiled by Sarah Salas

What happened: The purchase of new buses by Zionsville Community Schools came in under budget.

What it means: The placement of the surplus has not been finalized, but it may go into the school system’s “rainy day fund.” Placement in this account is desirable because higher reserves in the account will help in securing the best credit rating for the school system.

What happened: The next community conversation event date and time was announced for 7 p.m.

Jan. 9 in the Royal Run Club House.

What it means: ZCS Superintendent Scott Robison and ZCS Principals Kris Devereaux, Connie Largent, Kristin Cavolick and Tim East will be available to answer questions.

What happened: It was announced that Larry McWhorter, physical education teacher and head football coach, and Becky Thornley, secretary and assistant to ZCHS Principal Tim East, will be retiring at the end of December.

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What it means: Patrick Eschverria was formally appointed as the new physical education teacher and high school football coach following McWhorter’s retirement.

Other news: Robert Taylor, superintendent of Lebanon Community Schools, thanked Robison for his offer of support immediately after a tornado hit the Lebanon community on Nov. 18. Taylor expressed gratitude for the cooperative relationship shared by all Boone County schools.

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An attorney for Buckingham Cos. came before the Town of Zionsville Parks and Recreation board Dec. 11 to present several rail trail options to connect the Quail Run apartment complex to the Zionsville Rail Trail. The preliminary plan was approved earlier by the town’s planning commission and awaits the Parks and Recreation board’s suggestion on the connection. Buckingham purchased additional land north of Town Hall Park and the land that wraps around the existing 168-unit Quail Run apartments on Ford Road for expansion.

Of the several options presented, the board is recommending the option, labelled B, which is geographically positioned further north of the original location presented. From the board’s point of view, it would allow the residents of the new and existing building the easiest access and would provide the most service to the complex.

From rail trail connecting points to sediment and stream bank stabilization of Starkey Park, the board heard from FlatLand Resources about the tenuous condition of Eagle Creek. Last year the Parks and Recreation dept. submitted a grant to the Dept. of Natural Resources for a logjam issue on the creek. That issue was ameliorated the day the creek flooded and the grant was allowed to be revised to address the study of erosion of the creek’s banks. The grant was approved with an 80-20 percent reimbursement; meaning the department is to pay for the upfront costs and will be reimbursed 80 percent of the project. FlatLand Resources is conducting the study to access the banks of Eagle Creek and identify and rank the areas projected for the highest rate of erosion.

According to Supt. of Parks and Recreation, Matt Dickey, “The grant process is a competitive one and we will apply again in 2014. We were glad the DNR allowed us to shift gears to address this issue of erosion and plan for the stabilization of the creek’s banks.”

Christmas in the Village continues - Carolers along the streets, Santa in his house, carriage and trolley rides and shopping specials will continue this weekend.

Santa will be in his house for lastminute requests from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 21 and noon to 4 p.m.

Dec. 22. (Photos by Julie Osborne.)

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Sculptor’s shields on display in Indy

By Debra Sigel • news@currentzionsville.com Bonnie Stahlecker’s exhibit: Time, Memory and Implications traces the history of her long love affair with books and sculpture. art “My passion for the book began in 1980 while a student of typography,” Stahlecker said. “I was completely captivated after my first foray into printing and binding an artist’s book.”

The exhibit is now on display at the Arthur M. Glick Jewish Community Center in Indianapolis through Jan. 3.

“It’s nothing short of spectacular,” said Mindi Epstein, a vice president of the community center.

“It simply is an exhibition of true workmanship and should be viewed by all. Just stunning work.”

Stahlecker’s vision as an artist began with books as the impetus to guide her creative energy.

“For the past several years my artwork has undergone a transformation from the traditional book format to book-like objects to the current wall sculptures,” she said. “However, as much as I like the physical object, be it a book or sculpture piece, it is the content behind the work that drives me to create the artwork.”

The pieces an audience will experience in this exhibition explore themes and visual forms of books and sculptural shields, Stahlecker said.

And along with intelligent, carefully thoughtout explorations, she manages to use an array of materials such as pig skin, bone, doe skin, goat

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Artist Bonnie Stahlicker said she draws inspiration for her sculptures from books. (Submitted photos)

skin and hand-made paper to create her complex sculptures.

Stahlecker said she tries to inspire people to rethink about what they have always taken for granted, that there is always another view, another side.

This exhibit was a part of an annual Katz Festival of Books and Arts, relating to literature and the written word.

Stahlecker said, “I hope to have the objects become inviting to look at. I hope that people are drawn into the themes behind the work. The titles are clues the themes.”

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Mo’s Vintiques, 319 Main St., Lebanon, is a unique shop housed in a converted 1920s gas station. The name was coined now open from owner Kyle Maloney’s nickname, K-Mo. Maloney has had a love of antiques, especially anything racecar related, since his grandfather used to take him to hobby shops as a young boy.

Maloney opened his store in October and has a vast collecMaloney tion of antique small race toys, Indy 500 memorabilia, mini bikes from the 1960’s, vintage signs and most anything that relates to historic transportation.

“After working for PraxAir for 17 years, I was laid off. I took this opportunity to do what I love.

If you watch the TV program, “American Pickers,” I am one of them. I have gone to flea markets, swap meets and garage sales for years looking at and purchasing items that are noteworthy collectables and have historical value and appeal. Mo’s Vintiques is now my showcase to display these items and to offer them to those who share my passion for things that bring back happy personal memories and are just fun to have around,” Maloney said.

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Zionsville pottery shop opens

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Serving dishes, butter dishes, tea pots, holiday ornaments and critters of most kinds looking to be handsomely adorned by hands on your own hand may be found at the newly opened The Little Pottery Shop, located at 150 W. Hawthorne St. After months of renovation to the building, the owner, Mari Mower, has established a quaint and relaxed atmosphere for anyone looking to take a brush in hand and paint his or her own one-of-akind piece of pottery. All pottery offered are food and dishwasher safe and Mower, a trained artist, gladly will assist so the piece can come to fruition with the design that’s have in mind.

“I am from the United Kingdom and received my art training from the Ipswich School of Art in Ipswich, UK, and came to United States 11 years ago when my husband accepted employment with IndyCar motor sports racing. My children are old enough now and it was the right time for me to expand my own interests and participate in the community. Zionsville is an area that appreciates art and has that artsy feel. I have been a member of the local CCA Gallery and my shop will fit in right in and fill the gap offering a hands on experience”, says Mower.

The Little Pottery Shop can accommodate birthday parties, businesses looking to do some team-building experiences, private-party occasions and families looking for an activity to do

together. Mower said, “I will happy to extend the shop’s hours to make it convenient for them and make it work.” Whether it be a group experience, someone wanting to try a new project or expand their skills, Mower’s The Little Pottery Shop is the place to be.

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Back in the Day

Beatrice Dodson-Kellar-Beals was born in 1896. She wrote a series of newspaper articles in the 1960s, ’70s and ’80s titled “Gran Remembers.” Through the next several weeks we will be revisiting some of her stories. Zionsville’s Edie Kellar Mahaney (Mahaney Gallery) is her daughter.

Wintertime

As cold weather and winter approaches each year the memories of childhood winters become a reality. Winter had its share of discomforts as well as pleasures.

There were times during a long hard winter when it was hard to feed a family a nourishing meal. It meant diminishing supplies of canned, preserved or stored fruits and vegetables but somehow they managed. Sometimes, when coming in from school on a late winter afternoon, they could smell the delicious aroma of a fat hen stewing in the iron pot. This was accompanied by rich gravy and hot biscuits. If the jelly and apple butter supplies were exhausted they would use molasses, which was bought in halfgallon buckets labeled Red Clover Blossom Molasses. These buckets later served as lunch pails for school.

The wood burning heater gave warmth to the downstairs but the upstairs remained cold except what would filter up from below. Beatrice’s mother would wrap hot bricks and put them at the foot of the bed under the covers to keep their feet warm.

Paraphrased from the book, “Beatrice,” from the Sullivan Munce Cultural Center.

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Coping with loss during the holidays Commentary by Jennifer Williams

friends, neighbors, family or organizations and join in their holiday observances. Our friends and loved ones want to help, sometimes they Facing the holidays after experiencing the death of a loved one can be a painful and stress- just don’t know how. There is no right answer when it comes to facing loss. Sometimes having ful experience. One may be a shoulder to cry on or an open-hearted listener memories tempted to cancel all holiday are the best gifts you can receive this holiday observances and to distance oneself from family and friends. The isolation and season.

Thirdly, think of ways to create a new loneliness can intensify the feelings of grief and tradition for the holiday despair. season. It can begin as Conversely, some Sometimes having a shoulder something small and family members may want to avoid the subject to cry on or an open-hearted evolve over time. Perhaps try a new recipe, of the loss altogether listener are the best gifts you help someone in need because they think that can receive this holiday season. or participate in a form not talking about it will of volunteerism. Helping somehow make the others is a wonderful way holidays easier. This can make a grieving person feel as though their loved of bringing light in to our own lives.

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From her debut at the Zionsville gazebo at Lincoln Park to Nashville, Kendall Phillips soars on the musical charts

By Dawn Pearson • news@currentzionsville.com Kendall Phillips, 24, was born and reared in Zionsville and graduated from Zionsville Community High School in 2007. cover story Her diligence, creativity, hard work and tenacity are paying off as her dream of becoming a country music star comes to fruition.

Phillips’ current single, “You Should Know,” is charted at No. 3 in the nation on the Power Source Top 20 Country Chart.

From left: Sara Baldwin, owner of Lux & Ivy, David Edge Posey, recording engineer, Rodney Stepp, Chief One lyric in “You Should Know” is, “and you’ll Creative Officer of the production company, Kendall Phillips and Leonard Hiser, percussionist, pose in never know what lies ahead if you don’t take the studio before recording Christmas song Kendall is giving to her fans for a free download on Dec. 18, that leap.” And leap she did. Phillips auditioned 2013. (Photos by Dawn Pearson) for “American Idol” in 2006, and just because she wasn’t given that golden ticket after her first Palmer, one of Phillips’ junior high school audition in San Francisco (the judges told her teachers, said this about Phillips: “Kendall was there was already a blonde country singer), that fearless. She tried out for every solo and small didn’t stop her from believing in herself and her group opportunity she could. She sang everydream of becoming a county musician. thing from classical to jazz to country to pop and “From San Fran I went to the Chicago audieverything in between.” tions, dyed my hair black and put in red exten“If you want to be a doctor, a singer, a movie sions and tried out as a rocker,” Phillips said. “I star, a vet, a writer, it doesn’t matter what, do made it in the door that way.” the work, believe in yourself and you can do Following her “American Idol” success, she whatever you put your mind to,” she said with a landed in the top five on the TV show “Country big smile. “There’s a place for everyone, as long Showdown,” and finished as the runner up. After as you work hard for it.” her success from these two shows, she signed Phillips said hitting No. 3 on the charts is Kendall with her parents Todd Phillips and Kim with HMG Nashville. “mind-blowing; it’s crazy, wild.”

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“Kendall signed with a great company adding Her most proud moment so far? ZCHS put her talents to the elite list of artists they work the Indiana State Fair for many years, but it was her in their newsletter as the most successful with such as Carrie Underwood, Tim McGraw and the Zionsville Fall Festival where I got my start,” graduate.

John Turner,” said her publicist and mother, Kim she fondly remembers. “I was singing on the “It’s crazy, I’m sure there’s a doctor that has Estep. steps of the gazebo for many years.” done something better than I have. When I check “You Should Know” has captured the “I would be remiss if I didn’t mention Facebook everyone is saying, “You totally did it!” attention of county radio and has brotwo of my biggest fans and supporters Phillips shot a music video. It will be available ken the Hot 100 Country Breakout Chart and without them I would never have as an mp3 file Dec. 18 on CMT.com, YouTube, and on Music Row. made it this far,” Phillips said. “Marie on the websites for each of the contributors.

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Palmer, the number one person that Free downloads of the song will be available for She is now touring, but she still calls Zibelieved in me from day one, when I KendallPhillips.com fan club members. onsville home and remembers it’s where was this awkward kid with Turrets syn(For the unabridged version of this story and Palmer she got her start. drome, she told me that if I believed in clips of Kendall performing, visit www.currentzi“I was singing at the Boone County Fair and myself I could do anything.” onsville.com.)

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Bailout of GM proves disaster

Well, we – as in all of us – sadly (and badly) lost our shirts on this deal. See, you and we no longer own any slice of General Motors.

Last week, the U.S. Treasury Dept. sold the remainder of its more than 31 million shares in the company. Originally, it had 500 million back in 2010. Net-net: Taxpayer loss on what once was called Government Motors is a stunning $10.5 billion. The UAW thanks you. But really, in the face of the rising national debt, it seems like a simple rounding error, although we would disagree with that. Treasury says it recouped $39 billion from selling its GM stake, but it had put $49.5 billion of taxpayer money directly into the GM bailout. Honestly, did you really believe the balance would be $0 at any time in the wake of this “relief initiative?” Let’s see: We have or have had this effort, Cash for Clunkers, ObamaCare and other “inventions” too numerous to print in this limited space.

But remember, we were promised change, and the administration certainly has delivered on that assurance.

••• Since the first quarter of 2012, when we launched Current in Zionsville, the town has grown in number of total households in ZIP code 46077 from 9,583 to 10,101. That 5.13-percent increase through almost two years, we believe, is a function of an improving local economy and the fact that many see Zionsville as a truly emerging municipality and a great place to call home, both of which we never would argue. Under the local government’s leadership, the city is headed in the right direction, and we like what we see.

••• As Christmas and New Year’s are Wednesday holidays this year, your edition of Current will arrive, per usual, the day before. There. We just made your day, didn’t we?

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

Wanna write us a letter? You can do it a couple ways. E-mailing it to info@ currentzionsville.com is the quickest and easiest. The old-fashioned way is to snail mail it to Current in Zionsville, 30 S. Range Line Road, Carmel, IN 46032. Keep letters to 200 words max (we may make exceptions), and be sure to include your home ZIP code and a daytime number for verification.

Christmas lights

Through the looking glass Commentary by Terry Anker Since its beginning in September 1905, The Indiana Society of Chicago has hosted an annual dinner bringing together Hoosiers and Indiana expatriates who reside in the Second City. The venerable institution lauds the values of education, commerce, philanthropy and fellowship.

Moreover, it is a great time to get together with friends from across our own state and cousins now, in some case long, domiciled in the Windy City, for a good meal, quality entertainment (this year’s speakers included former Indiana University basketball coach, Bobby Knight, fittingly introduced by longtime rival and former Purdue University basketball coach, Gene Keady), and general good humor (Knight spoke of Keady’s notorious comb-over while Keady couldn’t pass recounting stories of Knight’s legendary temper).

Chicago is, as the song recounts, “my kind of town - Chicago is.” My bride and I exchange the cool winter days of Central Indiana for the frigid winter days up north. We celebrate the weekend

by renting a room in some downtown hotel, shopping a little, seeing friends and visiting with family.

With each trip I am reminded how much of a small town boy I can be and what a cultural exchange can come from a 175-mile trip. This time, our room was positioned on a high floor in a tall building directly across the street from an equally lofty residential building. The smooth glass front of the edifice looked like a Rubik’s Cube of humanity. Each window displayed a life; the residents seemed unaffected by their role in these dioramas. One was a family home. One appeared to be a storage unit. Another was a bachelor pad.

One woman found Sunday morning at 11 a.m. the ideal time to clean her apartment while nude.

Thanks to Indiana Society for its service to Hoosiers in Chicago. It is always memorable.

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

QUOTE OF THE WEEK “The greatest deception men suffer is from their own opinions”

- Leonardo da Vinci

When we had our first significant snowfall on Dec. 5, I couldn’t help feeling a little homesick. I had just left a holiday party and found my car covered all the way to the headlights with fallen snow. Of course, I was not prepared. The snowbrush I would normally carry in the back seat of my car was still waiting for me in my garage on the shelf where I laid it at the end of last winter season. However, it wasn’t a heavy snow so it was easily wiped away with my gloved hand tucked neatly inside a plastic grocery bag. Feeling the density of the snowflakes on my uncovered head and flakes splashing against my eyelashes, I was comfortable with it.

Travelling a slower rate of speed, I had the opportunity to witness not only the beauty of falling snow, but the backdrop it created for the Christmas lights ablaze on neighboring houses.

I couldn’t help but wonder what the thinking process was for each homeowner when deciding how to ready the home for the holiday. I saw homes trimmed with multi-colored lights and their shrubbery in single colored lights. I saw inflatables; some homes with many, some with only one. On one lawn, I caught sight of a herd of lighted reindeer and a sleigh. Some homes had lights that twinkled, some had those that flashed. I saw lighted crosses, stars and lights entwined in garland wrapped around front porch pillars. Each had its own appeal, each lovely in its own right. I couldn’t help but conclude each represented an opinion - to celebrate the season in a big way, small way or not at all. It didn’t matter; because seeing it altogether traveling down the road made for a delectable feast for my eyes.

Carla Howie is the managing editor of Current in Zionsville. You may e-mail her at carla@youarecurrent.com

BELIEVE IT! Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In New Hampshire you may not run machinery on Sundays..

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All I want for Christmas

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

The big day approacheth, people, and honestly, all I want is a new front door. Our current one, if not dead-bolted, allows streams of humor cold air into the house, occasionally producing a slight whistle.

This isn’t that big of a deal except that it now requires between seven and 51 attempts to unlock. But hey, nothing says “Merry Christmas” like home improvement. Am I right? Of course, this may just be me, so I’ve listed a few suggestions for the more normal lady in your life.

If she has young children, go with a serenity theme. Think massages, babysitters, perhaps a date night. Forget clothes or jewelry. Assuming you correctly guessed her size and accessory preferences (and let’s face it, that would be a Christmas miracle), they’d only be ruined by spit up or thrown down a vent. And definitely no cooking or cleaning appliances. She is sacrificing her happiness for those soul-sucking cuties, and she does not need to spend her precious free time vacuuming or sautéing. If you can somehow manage to send her away for a long weekend to Sedona, Ariz., it will be a very happy New Year, indeed.

What of the gal with ’tweens and teenagers?

Three words: Noise. Canceling. Headphones.

These puppies will drown out not only the hysterical screams of sisters fighting over the flat iron but also the incessant rat-tat-tat of Xbox

Battlefield, volume cranked to high heaven. Pair them with a case of Chardonnay and another of Febreeze, and you’ll brighten her usually foggy days more efficiently than Rudolph.

Newly married with no kids? The wintery sky’s the limit, my man. Just about anything you buy should go over well so long as it doesn’t reflect an ulterior motive on your part. For example, when she unwraps that 50-inch flat screen and you say it’s for watching Downton Abby, she’s going to see right through your man-cave dream of hosting the boys for Monday Night Football.

I’m not saying you can’t go for it, but trust me, if the ruse fails, the Grinch won’t have anything on your lovely bride. Better to go with a framed photo from your honeymoon.

Desperate for a last-minute gift? Chocolate is always appropriate, as are Panera gift cards.

Women generally like to eat their feelings, and we feel better about doing it with Russell Stover or at a zero-playscape establishment. Of course, you can always buy her a copy of my book (www.danielle-wilson.com).

Good luck, and if you see Doo, please remind him all I want for Christmas is a new front door.

Peace out.

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

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THIS WEEK ‘Have Yourself a Celtic Little Christmas’ – The Celtic Woman Home for Christmas tour comes to the Palladium at 7:30 p.m. Dec. CARMEL 19. Celebrate the holiday season with the celestial voices of multiplatinum Irish singing sensation Celtic Woman as they present their symphony tour. Featuring music from the all-female music ensemble’s second Christmas album, Home For Christmas, including holiday favorites “I’ll Be Home for Christmas” and “Silent Night.” For more information, call 843-3800 or visit www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org.

Conductor brings Handel’s ‘Messiah’ to Clowes Hall

By Jay Harvey • editorial@youarecurrent.com

The conductor of one of the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra’s recurring special events is certain he knows what symphony makes Handel’s “Messiah” so special to so many people.

“There are very few pieces in music that have enjoyed such longevity, such fame, such renown,” James Feddeck said recently in a phone interview from New York. “It was written and conceived for the English-speaking world, and that’s something to celebrate.”

Many masterworks with seasonal associations came from the European continent, with texts in French, German and Italian. The Germanborn Handel achieved his greatest fame in England, and invented the English sacred oratorio, a form that followed his eventually dwindling success as a composer of Italian operas and, with “Messiah” in particular, gave him permanent esteem in the United Kingdom.

In its annual joining of forces with the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir to present “Messiah,” the ISO has engaged Feddeck, who recently completed four seasons as assistant conductor of the Cleveland Orchestra. Though the 1742 work is known mainly for its choruses (“Hallelujah” especially), solos that generally require professional singers carry much of the work’s message, conveyed in selections from the Old and New Testaments made for the composer by Charles Jennens. Soloists in the Dec. 21 Clowes Hall performance are soprano Jessica Beebe, mezzo-soprano Amanda Russo, tenor Benjamin

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Werley, and baritone Zachary Coates.

Feddeck had had several phone conversations with Symphonic Choir director Eric Stark before the interview, and will meet with the soloists and choir once he arrives Dec. 18.

“Working with such accomplished musicians, everybody shares the enthusiasm together, and the process is very uplifting,” said Feddeck, 30.

He is a graduate of Ohio’s Oberlin Conservatory, which awarded him its first Outstanding Young Alumni Award in 2010.

As popular as “Messiah” is, Feddeck is aware that it’s a challenge for contemporary attention spans.

“I keep the entire Christmas portion intact, but I do make significant cuts in the second and third parts,” he said, while trying to ensure that “the work still maintains the concept and the architecture of the story and the drama.”

Traditionally performed at Christmas time in the U.S., most of the work is in fact centered on the biblical account of Christ’s Passion and Resurrection, with the Old Testament excerpts intended to show the traditional Christian interpretation of scripture as pointing toward the crucial events of Jesus’ life.

“It can have both musical and sacred meanings,” Feddeck said, “depending on the listener.

It’s a masterfully constructed musical composition. Whenever we are offered music with text, it can be both an advantage and a disadvantage.

The text, while it helps us understand the piece, shouldn’t stop that process of what we would normally do when performing or listening: ‘What does this mean to me?’”

His personal view? “What I want to convey with the work is that it’s a work of hope and of glory and of peace. They are all things that we need in our age. In terms of its message of peace, it is a work for our time, and offers something to everyone.”

Handel’s “Messiah” • Performed by the Indianapolis Symphonic Choir, Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra and soloists, conducted by James Feddeck. • 8 p.m. Dec.21 • Clowes Hall at Butler University in Indianapolis. • Tickets start at $36.

• For more information visit www.indianapolissymphony.org.

Holiday Adventure at Conner Prairie – Experience a family-friendly daytime winter adventure through Prairietown as Conner FISHERS Prairie Interactive History Museum, 13400 Allisonville Road, opens its outdoor grounds for 1830s holiday fun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Dec. 14. Meet a variety of characters in their homes as they prepare for the holidays, find out what holiday treats, games and gifts were offered and even what pranks were played more than 175 years ago. Admission, which is $12 for adults, $9 for youth (ages 2 to 12) and free for members and youth under 2, includes indoor activities such as Gingerbread Village, Create Connect and Discovery Station. Snacks are available in the Overlook upstairs from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Country Christmas – From Dec. 17 through 22, Stonycreek Farm, 11366 Ind. 38 East, will celebrate its annual Country ChristNOBLESVILLE mas from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Continue a family tradition and take a hayride to the field to choose and cut your own Christmas tree. There is a wide selection of freshly cut trees, fresh wreaths and garland at the greenhouse. Sip hot cider and browse through the gift shop featuring custom made wreaths and other unique items. For more information, call 7733344 or visit www.stonycreekfarm.net.

Winter Exhibit: Snowy Slumber – The beauty and peacefulness of winter is explored at Cool Creek Park’s Nature Center, WESTFIELD 2000 E. 151st St., throughout this exhibit. Learn about the wonder of snowflakes, the owls living in the snowfilled woods, and how to identify animal tracks in freshly fallen snow. Check out the Wildlife Viewing Area, as winter is a great time to begin bird-watching. The exhibit, which is open to March 9, is available during Nature Center hours. For more information, call 774-2500.

Men’s Night Out – From 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 19, merchants throughout Zionsville will be offering special gift and service zionsVILLE promotions, beer and snacks as you make your way down Main St. and beyond to make your holiday shopping a merrier experience. Participating merchants include Butler’s Pantry, Siro’s Chic Boutique, Midwest Jewelers, Robert Goodman Jewelers, NJS Studio and many more.

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100 Under $100 • Purchase unique works of art from local establishments at a great price just in time for gift-giving or sprucing up a home for the holidays.

Visit The Carmel Art & Design District Galleries to browse a wide selection of items and participating galleries. • Main St. and Range Line Road, Carmel. • 571-2787 • Through Dec. 31. • www.carmelartsanddesign.com

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Country Christmas 2013 at Stonycreek Farm • ’Tis the season to think about Christmas trees. Why not take a hayride to pick out your own at Stonycreek Farm? Start a new tradition and find the perfect tree. Shop the gift shop and greenhouse for fresh wreaths, garland and pre-cut trees. • 11366 Ind. 38 East, Noblesville • 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily through Dec. 22. • 773-3344 • www.stonycreekfarm.net Winter Wonderland • The inaugural Winter Wonderland in Fishers showcases more than 20 holiday light displays.• Nickel Plate Amphitheater, Fishers • 6 to 10 p.m. nightly through Dec. 31. • Free • 595-3155 • www.fishers.in.us/parks

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A Beef & Boards Christmas 2013 • Start a holiday tradition and watch Beef & Boards celebrate the holidays in style. • 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • 8 p.m. Dec. 18; 1:30 and 8 p.m. Dec. 21; 1:30 and 7 p.m. Dec. 22; 8 p.m. Dec. 23. • Tickets start at $47.50 on Friday and Saturday and $42.50 on Sunday.

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Conner Prairie by Candlelight • Meet a variety of families and characters from 1836 on this 90-minute guided Conner Prairie tour. Help the families prepare for Christmas, hear stories about Santa and visit the rowdy Prairietown bonfire. • 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 18; 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 21. • Reservations required by calling 776-6006. • $15 per adult, members $13; Youth (ages 2 to 12) $13; youth members $11.• www.connerprairie.org

Santa’s House on the Square • Visit Santa’s House on the courthouse square in Noblesville so kids can let the big guy know everything on their lists. Santa’s House admission is free and parents are welcome to bring cameras and take pictures.

• One Hamilton Square, Noblesville • 1 to 4 p.m. and Dec. 21 and 22. • Free • www.cityofnoblesville.org

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Winter Farmers Market in Carmel • Visit the Indiana Design Center to browse one of the largest winter markets in the state. 30 vendors will offer meats, vegetables, baked goods, teas and more. • 200 S. Range Line Rd., Carmel • 9 a.m. to noon. • Free • For more information, call Ron Carter at 710-0162.

Gingerbread Scavenger Hunt in the Carmel Arts & Design District • This fun event begins at Teabuds at 111 W. Main St. in Carmel and continues along the Arts & Design District. Merchants will decorate gingerbread houses which can be seen in their windows. Find clues along the way and end the hunt at Simply Sweet Shop at 30. N. Range Line Rd. where hunters will receive a treat a chance to win a basket of gingerbread goodies. • Carmel Arts & Design District, Carmel • Daily through Dec. 23.• 571-2787 • www.carmelartsanddesign.com 7th Annual 5k’s of Christmas • The Carmel Runners Club offers its last event before Christmas.

Runners enjoy a 5k course that winds through Central Park and onto the Monon Greenway.

•Monon Community Center, 1235 Central Park Dr. E., Carmel. • 9 a.m. • Registration is $15 for youth ages 6 to 12 and $30 for ages 13 and over. • 407-8489 • www.indyrunners.org “The Twelve Days of Mass Ave.” Holiday Pop Up Shop in Carmel • Sophia Square on Main Street in Carmel is the place to shop Indy’s popular Mass Ave merchants. • 110 W. Main St., Suite 130, Carmel • Dec. 21 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.; December 22 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. • www.facebook.com/massonmain

Hamilton County Artists Association ‘Marvelous Minis’ Exhibit • Visit the HCAA to view the unique ‘Marvelous Minis’ projects. A gift shop stocked with cards and prints will be available so take the opportunity to shop for gifts and/or add to a collection of local art. • 195 S. Fifth St., Noblesville • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays through Dec. 27. • www.hcaa-in.org/

Skate with Santa at The Forum at Fishers • Santa will show off his ice skating skills from 3 to 4 p.m. Dec. 22 at The Forum at Fishers. Come skate with Santa following the Fishers Ice Skating Club’s Snowflake Showcase.• 9022 E. 126th St., Fishers • $5 per skater (ages 4 and up) with additional $2 skate rental. Bring two non-perishable food items and the skate rental fee is waived.• 849-4550 • www.theforum-fishers.com/

Gingerbread Village at Conner Prairie • Stroll through the delicious-looking holiday gingerbread house village and marvel at the many exhibits from both amateurs and professionals. • 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. Closed Dec. 24, 25, and Jan 1.• Free with general admission. • 776-6006 • www.connerprairie.org

Zionsville Radio Players Perform Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” • WITT 91.9 FM Zionsville Radio will broadcast a one-hour adaptation of “A Christmas Carol.” Zionsville Radio Players hopes to bring back the art of radio drama using local performers, directors and writers.• 91.9 FM Zionsville• 6:30 p.m.

Dec. 22 and 24. • Free • 339-8797 • www.facebook. com/zionsvilleradioplayers

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The Michael Feinstein Initiative and Heartland Truly Moving Pictures Present: “White Christmas” • Bing Crosby stars in this holiday classic that will be shown on a screen on the stage of the Palladium Concert Hall. • The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Center Green, Carmel. • 7:30 p.m.

Dec. 18. • $7.50 for tickets. • 844-9446 • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

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The Loft Restaurant – Cathy Morris: A Christmas Violin Special • Come dine at the Loft Restaurant at Traders Point Creamery and enjoy live holiday music. • 9101 Moore Rd., Zionsville • 6 to 9 p.m. Dec. 18. • Restaurant open 5 to 9:30 p.m. • Call 733-1700 • www.www.tpforganics.com

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Santa in the Santa House in Downtown Zionsville • Christmas in the Village in Downtown Zionsville continues and a special guest will stop by - Santa will be in the Santa house! • Downtown Zionsville • Noon to 4 p.m. Dec. 22 • www.zionsvillechamber.org Indianapolis Symphonic Choir Presents: Festival of Carols • Holiday favorites like “We Wish You a Merry Christmas,” “Hark the Herald Angels Sing,” and more are performed by the 150-voice Indianapolis Symphonic Choir with the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra and http:// the Circle City Ringers. • The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Center Green, Carmel.

• 3 and 7 p.m. Dec. 22. • Tickets start at $20.00. • 8433800 • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

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One-hour production on stage at Beef & Boards

By Patricia Rettig • editorial@youarecurrent.com In time for the holidays and on select dates only, Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre presents its special one-hour production of theatre the classic Charles Dickens tale, “A Christmas Carol.” This timeless story is enhanced with music and live on stage through Dec. 20.

The play centers on Ebenezer Scrooge, a miserly businessman whose bitterness has increased with age. He cares little for the needs of his fellow man, preferring to keep money in his pocket rather than coal on the fire. His employee, Bob Cratchit, faithfully endures the ongoing chill from both his workplace and his boss.

He keeps Scrooge in his prayers even though his own family is struggling to survive on the meager salary he earns. The health of Cratchit’s young son, Tiny Tim, is as poor as the family is financially, but Scrooge’s heart is unmoved and his coffers remain unopened.

Scrooge’s inhumanity becomes so intense that it stirs the spirit of his late business partner, Jacob Marley, who appears to him on Christmas Eve. Marley tells Scrooge he will be visited by three more spirits, and advises him to heed the messages they bring. The ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Yet to Come then appear to Scrooge in succession – reminding him of what was, showing what is, and warning him what will be should he continue on his present path. Not only

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will his life be quickly forgotten if he maintains his miserly ways, but those around him will face hardships that he could have easily prevented.

Jeff Stockberger stars as Ebenezer Scrooge in this story of forgiveness and second chances.

Haunting him as the spirits are Erin Cohenour (Ghost of Christmas Past), Craig Underwood (Christmas Present) and Steve Greist (Christmas Yet To Come). Darrin Murrell of Parker City plays Bob Cratchit with his own children Sofia Murrell as Belinda Cratchit and Sage Barber Murrell as Tiny Tim. Carrie S. Neal is Mrs. Cratchit, with

Isaac Herzog as Peter Cratchit and Kennedy Martin as Martha Cratchit. Collin Poynter plays the storyteller. Jacob Marley is played by Eddie Curry, while Theresa Koleszar, Kellie Cullinan and Michael Davis round out the cast.

A Christmas Carol • Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre • 9301 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis. • Doors open at 11:30 a.m.; buffet from 11:45 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; show at 1 p.m. Dec. 17 and 20. • Tickets range from $24 to $34. • For more information, call 872-9664 or visit www.beefandboards.com.

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With the recent cold snap following another cold spell, it’s probably time to pack up for the season. After all, the high schools finished their football games weeks ago, and except for bowl games, the colleges have too. When packing up for the year a tailgater needs to consider several things. They first have to clean all their equipment. Then they have to solve the puzzle of where to store the stuff.

Wouldn’t it make sense to make some notes as you pack up the tailgating gear? Here are some helpful thoughts: Make a map of where everything is stored.

Evaluate every piece of gear to determine if it will last another season or it needs to be replaced. Make a list of gear you needed, but didn’t have this season.

Take this list with you as sales appear during the off-season. Buy your equipment before the spring line comes out with its higher pricing.

Most tailgaters watch football on TV this time of year, and they need a great snack for the game and the food commercials. This is our world famous Chili Con Queso: Ingredients: 2 pound box of Velveeta, 1

can diced tomatoes, 1 small can green chilies, chopped, 1 pound package hot Italian sausage Preparation: Cut the skin (casing) off of the sausage and brown it well in a frying pan. Chop it to little bits with a spatula. When it’s finished cooking, drain it onto paper towels and set it aside.

Cube the Velveeta and place it in a large microwave-safe bowl. Cook it slowly in the microwave, one minute at a time, until it is just melted into a very thick liquid. Add in all the other ingredients and stir. Reheat and enjoy on corn chips or even buns.

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

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Ted’s Montana Grill The Scoop: The recently remodeled Ted’s Montana Grill at Clay Terrace now offers a beautiful private dining room that can accommodate up to 40 just in time for holiday celebrations. Ted’s is the perfect place to meet on a break from holiday shopping.

Complimentary house-made pickles are served when you sit down. The menu focuses on classic American food with an emphasis on bison, including meatloaf, short ribs and pot roast. Other stand-out entrees include cedar-planked salmon and spicy southwestern crab cakes. Baked-from-scratch cookies with Haagen-Dazs ice cream are the perfect way to end your meal.

Type of food: Authentic American Dining Average Price: $14 for lunch; $20 for dinner Food Recommendation: Canyon Creek Bison Burger Drink Recommendation: Bison Ridge Merlot (Ted’s proprietary blend) Reservations: yes Hours: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday; 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

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Red Habanero Mexican Grill is at 8510 96th St., Fishers. They can be contacted at 842-2815 or www.redhabanerogrill.net.

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‘Circus’ a wonderful experience

By Pete Smith • pete@youarecurrent.com

Carmel theatre-goers will be in for a treat when Actor’s Theatre of Indiana presents an exclusive engagement of “The theatre Circus in Winter.” The musical is based on a novel by Indiana novelist Cathy Day and details the history of a traveling circus that wintered in Peru, Ind. The script was crafted by 14 students in theatre and dance professor Beth Turcotte’s immersive learning class at Ball State University.

Based in the fictional 1930s town of “Lima” in the production, the story tells the tale of a community that came together to build the circus, the man who later purchases it and the tragedy he must overcome along the way, Turcotte said.

“The music is the highlight of the experience,” she said.

Set to original music and lyrics written by Indiana-native Ben Clark, fans of bluegrass, country and rock music are sure to come away impressed. But perhaps the most intriguing part of the Carmel performance will be the chance for the audience to give feedback to the actors, writers and producers following the show.

“It’s going to be an exciting opportunity for people to possibly affect a show that could end up on Broadway,” said Actors Theater Artistic Director Don Farrell.

Turcotte said it’s an opportunity to let the creators know what made sense, what didn’t and

Joe Young, left, plays the banjo as Nick Rapley plays the cajon during rehearsals for “The Circus in Winter.” (Submitted photo)

just give honest feedback from an audience.

“But there’s a lot of humanity in it as well,” Farrell said.

That was the part Turcotte said her students enjoyed the most about writing the musical – the chance to do research with the circus people in Peru and meet the author, who is now a Ball State professor.

“The Circus in Winter” • 8 p.m. Dec. 18 • The Studio Theatre • The Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. • Tickets are $15. • For more information, call 843-3800 or visit www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org.

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Covering children after college Commentary by Jamie Ianigro

Question from Rick G. from Carmel: My daughter is graduating this weekend and moving back home until she finds a Insurance job. What kind of insurance concerns should I have with this situation? Are you hiring?

Response from Jamie Ianigro: The down economy has hit everyone, but it’s really punished the folks graduating from college in the past couple of years.

You do trigger some insurance issues anytime someone moves into your home. You could also be heading towards some health insurance issues depending on the age of your daughter.

Let’s start with the property and liability issues though.

Personal liability is the big issue that arises with grown kids. Everyone has a legal responsibility to handle the damage they cause to other people and their property. It can be anything from injuring someone accidently in a recreational sport to misjudging the wind and falling a tree into a neighbor’s house. The liability falls right back on your homeowners policy if you or your child does something like that. The problem that can arise is where your grown kid actually lives.

Maybe all of their stuff is under your roof, but are they sleeping there every night?

You might consider getting a renter’s policy in her name. It has the benefit of property coverage, but the main benefit is that there will be no fight over liability coverage if a conflict arises.

This is an important issue and verifying with your independent agent that you and your grown kids are protected is a quick and easy thing to do.

Health insurance is the other major issue that affects grown children that not eligible for their own coverage. The Affordable Care Act extended the age limit that children can stay on a parent’s health plan to age 26.

Many options at many price points are still available once someone passes the age restriction. Independent Insurance Agents are usually able to help you secure an individual health policy and help weigh your options. Going without coverage is an absolute last resort option. It is extremely risky and will make it very difficult to get quality coverage in the future.

Lastly, we’re always looking for good people to join our team. We list current job openings on our website.

Jamie Ianigro is with Shepherd Insurance & Finanacial Services.

Have an insurance question you need answered? Send it to asktheadvisor@shepherdins.com.

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Say goodbye to the incandescent light bulb - This year, manufacturers started phasing out 100-watt and 75-watt bulbs, and on Jan. 1, it will become illegal to import or manufacture traditional 60-watt and 40-watt bulbs, too. Time to stock up? Not so fast. Early LED bulbs weren’t a good replacement, but a company called Cree finally cracked the nut on how to make LED bulbs that give off light almost indistinguishable from incandescent bulbs. Home Depot has been selling 60-watt and 40-watt Cree bulbs for about $10. That may seem like a lot for a light bulb, but when you consider that these bulbs use 80 percent less energy and will keep working literally for decades, the value proposition makes sense. SOURCE: MSN Money

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Still in debt after foreclosure - A tax break for struggling mortgage borrowers ends Jan. 1 and that could mean big tax bills. If a family is behind on their mortgage, a bank could cut them a deal, maybe reducing the loan principal or forgiving the mortgage balance after a “short sale” in which the seller owes more than the final price. Under traditional IRS rules, the amount of that debt forgiveness would be taxable income. That temporarily changed in 2007 when Congress passed the Mortgage Foreclosure Debt Forgiveness Act. That law is set to expire at year’s end. A return of the tax could affect many of the nearly 10 million Americans who owe more on their loans than their homes are worth, according to the National Association of Realtors. SOURCE: CNN Money

Bank deposits safer – Federal banking regulators have passed the Volcker Rule to limit risk-taking by banks with federally insured deposits. Named for former Federal Reserve chairman Paul Volcker, the rule restricts banks with federally insured deposits from engaging in risky investment activities undertaken for their own benefit, a practice known as proprietary trading, as well as from taking ownership stakes in hedge funds and private equity funds. Banks can still engage in proprietary trading of U.S. government, state and municipal bonds, as well as those of government-backed entities like housing finance firms Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. They also can trade in foreign bonds under more limited circumstances. SOURCE: CNN Money

What’s the perfect gift this year? Your time - There are two things that most retirees have in abundance: time and experience. That’s the perfect match for giving back to their communities and, in the process, keeping their lives active and fulfilling. For many people, finding ways to volunteer is as simple as giving time through a religious organization or other local group to which they already belong. These days, the Internet also makes it easy to match specific interests and skills with groups that need a hand outside existing social circles. Visit Websites like www.nationalservice.gov/programs/senior-corps or www. volunteermatch.org to find ideas of what’s available. SOURCE: Wall Street Journal

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The Power of juicing

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Commentary by Sally Bassett

Along with the joys of pregnancy can come not so joyful varicose veins. There are several causes of varicose veins aesthetics during pregnancy. Heredity is a major contributing factor. Hormone levels rise during pregnancy causing the walls of the veins to relax and result in increased risk. During pregnancy, the blood volume doubles to supply both the mother and her fetus. This increased volume can make the veins bulge. As the uterus grows, it puts pressure on a large vein (inferior vena cava) on the right side of the body, which increases pressure in the leg veins. Being overweight, carrying multiples and standing for long periods of time make it more likely to develop varicose veins.

Unfortunately, varicose veins tend to get worse with each successive pregnancy and age.

As a reminder, varicose veins develop when the valves that keep blood flowing out of the legs and back to the heart become damaged.

This can cause blood to pool in your legs, with bulging veins and pain. Associated symptoms include leg aching, swelling, itching, heaviness, restlessness and fatigue.

Here are some things you can do to improve your leg health while pregnant: • Keep your weight within the recommended range for your stage of pregnancy.

• Exercise daily, including walking.

The ultimate “fast food” is juicing. Vegetable and fruit juices are packed with concentrated nutrients. By simply by off the mat drinking a glass or two every day, you supply your body with many of the essential elements that contribute to your strength and general well-being. Once you start including fresh juices in your daily diet, you will feel and look better.

Juicing is easy, too. Just keep your kitchen stocked with a variety of fresh vegetables and fruit and you will always be prepared to have a healthy alternative meal or mid-day drink. You will also need a good blender. One well-known yoga teacher I met used a brand called Vita-Mix and mine has now served me well for more than five years. I just put a little bit of everything I might have on hand in the blender and push a button. In approximately 20 minutes nutrients are at work in the bloodstream.

One of my favorite fruit smoothies includes blueberries (great antioxidants), banana, apple, pineapple and almond milk. Knowing you often can’t get enough vegetables in a daily diet, I try to make one vegetable juice a day. It’s not unusual to include four or more vegetables, such as spinach or kale, beets, celery, carrots and ginger and maybe an orange juice base. It might be trial and error a few times but experiment.

Each week buy new fruits or vegetables that you haven’t tried before - asparagus, broccoli, cauliflower, cranberries, cucumbers, grapes, lemons, limes, mango, peaches, pears, radish, and more.

Other add-ons to a juice could include a protein powder, wheat grass, bee pollen, chia seeds, flax seeds and coconut oil. The latter has been hinted to make a difference with someone who has Alzheimer’s disease. Juicing would make coconut oil a great way to consume on a regular basis.

By drinking juice, you are eliminating a digestive process and flushing out toxins. It will also leave you feeling refreshed and energized, making your skin glow and your hair shine. I’ll drink to that! Until next time …

Namaste!

• Elevate your feet and legs whenever possible.

• Don’t sit or stand for long periods without taking a break.

• Don’t wear clothing that is binding around the tops of your legs, waist or ankles.

• Wear medical grade compression stockings.

Varicose and spider veins that develop during pregnancy may improve within three to six months after the baby arrives. In some cases, untreated veins do not improve and remain after delivery. That is when it is time to consult with a physician that specializes in venous medicine.

Jeffery P. Schoonover, M.D., FAAFP, RVT, RPVI, practices with the Indiana Vein Specialists, 11876 Olio Road, Suite 700, Fishers. He can be reached at 348-3023. For more information, visit www.indyveins.com

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Soothing beat-up hands – Dermatologist Debra Jaliman has a simple formula for giving dry hands the nourishment they need. Heat up enough whole milk to dunk your hands in in the microwave. Make sure the milk is warm and put your hands in it for 5 to 10 minutes. – www.living.msn.com

Dr. Sally Brown Bassett is a yogi, social entrepreneur and world traveler.

She is the owner of Peace through Yoga studios in Zionsville and can be reached at sally.bassett@peacethroughyoga.com.

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Wrap that gift, save that spine

Commentary by Dr. Joseph Stockwell

The season is light and the feeling is merry.

The air is cold and crisp against our faces. Another year is coming to chiropractic an end and it is the time again that we celebrate each other with the giving and receiving of all things pleasant to the senses. Oh, what fun! I personally am filled with overwhelming gratitude for the support my family has received from my church community. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

And now for the topic of discussion, the lovely task of gift wrapping. I’m sure we all have found ourselves in some strange and uncomfortable positions while attempting to succeed in the perfect gift wrap. Last year, my wife and I spent the whole night sitting on the floor. The first few gifts were wrapped perfectly but after a while, “Santa” got tired, sore and careless. The gifts started to look like they were wrapped by my four year old. My neck and back ached, my rear end was numb and I had a Charlie horse in both legs. After a couple of hours of this, I spent the next day sore in all the worst places.

Not such a fun way to spend Christmas Day. A word of advice: don’t sit on the floor when wrapping gifts. It may seem convenient, but you will be uncomfortable and in pain later on.

Instead, find yourself a table or countertop where you can sit or stand. Make sure you are not slouching forward. Try to keep your spine straight and your shoulders back. Have all the items you need close by: the scissors, tape, wrapping paper and the gifts themselves. Not having to reach for things will save you from any strains or sprains.

Don’t try to tackle all the wrapping in one session.

Break it up into mini sessions of 15 to 30 minutes.

This will make it easier on your mind and body, and gifts will be wrapped with the precision and care your loved ones deserve. You will find yourself enjoying your holidays with more energy and less pain - and more beautifully wrapped gifts.

Dr. Joseph Stockwell is a chiropractic physician who is the owner and clinic director of Indy’s Atlas: Chiropractic & Wellness Center in Zionsville. He may be reached at drjosephdc@hotmail.com.

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Stable under Taybeh House. Taybeh is a small Christian town in Israel’s West Bank, a few miles from Jerusalem. A Palestinian house discovered near a Taybeh church has changed the way that many people understand an important part of the traditional Christmas story. The pregnant mother of Jesus might not have been turned away by a heartless innkeeper after all. (Photo by Don Knebel)

Lessons from a Palestinian house Commentary by Don Knebel

The small house in Taybeh has two rooms. The larger room is where the owner’s family cooks, eats and sleeps. An adjoining travel smaller room, accessible through a narrow door and up a couple of stairs, allows visiting relatives some privacy. Under the house, in a cave carved in the limestone, is a stable where the family’s few animals are kept. A feed trough or manger about the size of an infant lies along the stable’s back wall.

So what does this house have to do with the Christmas story? Scholars believe the Taybeh house is similar to houses common in first century Judea. The Greek name for the upper guest room is “kataluma,” the word that has been translated as “upper room” in English versions of Luke’s account of the last supper. English translators, having never seen a first century house, rendered the identical word “inn” in Luke’s story of the birth of Jesus.

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ber of scholars believe Luke reports that Jesus was born in a stable under the house of a relative, either because the kataluma upstairs was filled or, more likely, was not considered an appropriate place for a birth. This interpretation aligns with the ancient tradition that Jesus was born in a cave. An unavailable guest room also seems more likely than an overcrowded inn in first century Bethlehem, a town both too small and too close to Jerusalem to support such a facility.

Some Bible translations now use “guest room” instead of “inn” as the place lacking room for Jesus’ birth. But when it comes to Bibles stories, traditions often trump scholarship. Don’t expect Christmas pageants to replace the innkeeper with a relative of Joseph gently leading Mary to the stable downstairs anytime soon.

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

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Commentary by Nikki Blaine

It time to walk down Fashion Historia Lane, it’s the street filled with interesting facts about fashion icons you may not have fashion known about. As we can begin the stroll you may wish to have a special hot cup of Joe, or if your preference is on ice, go for what you know.

As we embark upon this fashionista street, we can reflect on previous decades of fashion with the question of, did you know? All the statements below are true and can be researched at your discretion for greater insight.

• Did you know the Gibson Girl served as an icon of American beauty at the turn of the 20th century?

• Did you know La Belle Époque and the Edwardian age refer to approximately the same period of time?

• Did you know draping emerged as an important fashion designing method during 1910 to 1919?

• Did you know the Callot Soeurs were known for their Oriental-inspired dresses and fine embroidery?

• Did you know Paul Poiret was the self-pro-

claimed “King of Fashion” from 1910 to 1919?

• Did you know Madame Vionnet is known as the mistress of the bias cut?

• Did you know Coco Chanel is credited with creating the classic garment known as “the little black dress?”

• Did you know Fashion of the 1930s featured a coat-hanger silhouette?

• Did you know Elsa Schiaparelli often created designs inspired by the artistic style known as Surrealism?

• Did you know Indianapolis currently has a fashion magazine that’s Indiana-focused called PATTERN getting international exposure?

Well, surely you have been filtered through the fashion cycle from Fashion Historia Lane, and I hope it’s given you some insight on our fashionable past. We will travel down Fashion Historia Lane periodically, but for now the Glam Chic Gal is signing off until next time!

Nikki Blaine is the “The Glam Chic Gal,” your fashion trend forecaster, and is a nationally known designer and owner of Nikki Blaine Couture Boutique. She can be reached at nikkiblaine@gmail.com.

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Commentary by David Decker

Cleaning the kitchen pantry is a great winter project, especially around the holidays. When you are preparing to cook big meals, indoors a well-stocked and organized pantry can make cooking and entertaining much easier. Let’s take a look at a few ways you can create the perfect pantry that will fit your family’s needs.

There are many items available on the market that will help you make the most of every square inch of pantry space. Try installing carousels, pullout shelves, or corner hangings to maximize the space. Or take advantage of cabinetry pieces to increase storage capacity. There are also ways to incorporate pieces like roll-out drawers, lazy-susans and other built-in organizational tools (like spice racks) that can help you organize and keep cooking supplies within easy reach.

Lighting inside the pantry is hugely important.

If you can’t see inside the pantry, how will you be able to find anything inside? Forms of natural light are preferable, but generally artificial light is the only option for pantry. Create a lighting design that won’t cast many shadows. LED or fluorescent lighting may be preferable because these forms won’t emit heat like incandescent lights do. You could even choose to backlight the shelving or use small touch lights inside the pantry. These targeted sources of light will result in brighter, more direct lighting than an overhead fixture alone. The extra lighting will also make it easier to read labels or locate specific items.

Consider installing a motion-sensor lighting system inside the pantry to make things a bit more convenient when you are searching through the shelves.

After you’ve got the proper organization and lighting systems in place, it’s time to reorganize the items inside the pantry. The best way to organize a pantry is systematically. Throw away any expired products and donate any foods you no longer want. Next, group items together by function so you can find them with ease. Put all spices in one place; all marinades and sauces in one place; and all perishable items like potatoes or onions in one place. You get the idea. Arrange the foods with the labels facing toward the front,

that way you can spot expired items and throw them away before they sit in the pantry for another month. Invest in a stepladder so you can make use of top shelf space, and place rarely used items, such as special kitchen appliances or infrequently used pots, on the top shelves.

Moving items from a pantry to a cabinet could be a great idea, and you can organize it in many different ways depending on the space you have available. You could keep all of your spices, or all of your cooking oils and baking ingredients, in a separate cabinet. My advice would be to continue organizing by function so that your grouped items don’t get split up between the closet and pantry. Thanks to a well-organized pantry, you create delicious holiday meals with a bit more ease. Spend less time rummaging through the pantry and more time with family and friends.

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Send resume to mark@mprecords.com

NOW HIRING Full/Part-time Waitstaff Full/Part-time Linecook Apply in person 160 East Carmel Drive • 843-9900

PART TIME OFFICE ASSISTANT

Carmel CPA office has immediate part time opening for an exceptional, outgoing and friendly individual. Position requires excellent computer, organizational and communication skills. Individual would be answering the phone and filing, in addiition to a variety of general office duties.

Some Saturday hours during February - April.

Send resume and salary requirements to: Human Resources Slattery & Holman PC 12900 North Meridian, Suite 125 Carmel, Indiana 46032 recruiter@slatterycpa.com

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