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Noblesville Schools announces inaugural Hall of Fame inductees
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Noblesville Schools inducted eight inaugural members into its new Hall of Fame at the Noblesville Schools Education Foundation’s annual Miller-Palooza fundraiser March 14.
HONOREES
The Noblesville Schools Hall of Fame initiative is a collaboration between Noblesville Schools and NSEF.
Noblesville Schools Director of Marketing and Communications Marnie Cooke said the district solicited Hall of Fame nominations from the community. A selection committee chose individuals who best demonstrated exceptional service, support, accomplishments or contributions to Noblesville Schools.
“These individuals have made a significant, positive impact on our schools and the Noblesville community and are more than worthy of this recognition,” stated Dan Hile, superintendent of Noblesville Schools. “We’re pleased to officially and permanently honor their legacy with Noblesville Schools and look forward to celebrating them with their family and friends at our Hall of Fame induction ceremony later this year.”
The district is exploring options for a permanent structure to honor Hall of Fame inductees and will share more details as those plans are finalized.
The inductees are:
Richard Dellinger: “Richard (Dick) Dellinger joined Noblesville High School in 1959 as a government teacher,” Cooke stated. “A beloved educator, senior class sponsor, ‘Voice of the Millers,’ 150th anniversary Noble Miller and longtime state legislator representing Noblesville, Dellinger was an active community contributor during his lifetime and a proud reflection of Noblesville Schools.”
Vickie Ely: “Vickie Ely graduated from NHS, married her NHS sweetheart and began working at Noblesville Schools
washing dishes in the NHS cafeteria at 18,” Cooke stated. “She worked her way up to managing the cafeteria and a staff of 20 employees, serving millions of school meals over 40 years of service.”
Julia Church Kozicki: “A NHS graduate, Jeopardy champion and one of the longest serving school board members in Noblesville Schools history, Julia Church Kozicki is known for her contributions to the district (and) her state leadership in school law, finance and policy,” Cooke stated.
John Land: “A NHS graduate and former Noblesville Schools educator and principal for nearly 40 years, John Land was the first to lead Hazel Dell Elementary when it opened in 1989,” Cooke stated. “He advocated for others, created a culture of excellence and belonging and had a gift for making everyone in his school feel special.”
Bryan Mills: “NHS graduate, 150th anniversary Noble Miller and distinguished central Indiana community leader, Bryan Mills maintains his strong Noblesville roots,” Cooke stated. “He is a supporter of Noblesville Schools, Noblesville Youth Baseball, the Boys and Girls Club of Noblesville
and United Way of Central Indiana. Mills was instrumental in developing a new partnership to provide enhanced mental health services to students and staff at Noblesville Schools.”
Tony Oilar: “A 150th anniversary Noble Miller, Miller Backers supporter and member of the (NSEF), Tony Oilar’s passion for athletics has helped lead thousands of Millers to victory,” Cooke stated.
Rick Towle: “Rick Towle is a 150th anniversary Noble Miller,” Cooke stated. “Formerly a science teacher at Noblesville East Middle School, Towle is known for creating an outdoor education center, leading students to the rainforest, coaching, directing drama productions, serving as an assistant athletic director, managing AV, catering meals, running food drives and much more.”
Kathy Kreag Williams: “Williams can frequently be seen at events demonstrating her black and gold pride,” Cooke stated. “Noblesville’s representative in the Indiana House for 26 years, Williams is a dedicated school supporter.”
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Noblesville school board holds preliminary bond hearing
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
At its March 15 meeting, the Noblesville Schools Board of Trustees held a preliminary hearing for a bond proposal for construction projects in Noblesville Schools.
EDUCATION
If approved by the board, the bond would be $19.7 million.
A significant construction project that consists of three phases is replacing air handlers at Noblesville High School. Noblesville Schools Chief Financial Officer David Hortemiller said the board approved Phase 1 of the project in last year’s bond, and the next two phases will be part of this year’s bond, if it is approved.
Andy Steiner with KBSO Consulting, a Carmel engineering consultant, said KBSO began assessing the condition of the air handlers at NHS last year.
“We did a walk-through, and there’s a lot of water damage (in) and around the units,” Steiner said. “We concluded the best thing to do is to replace the entire air handler.”
Steiner said they will also replace the system that controls the air handlers to keep building temperatures regulated.
“Phase 1 consists of two bid packs,” Steiner said. “Bid pack one is air handlers around the main auditorium area, (including) the kitchen and cafeteria. Bid pack
two is the main gyms and associated locker rooms.”
Construction on Phase 1 has begun and KBSO Consulting has selected the next round of air handlers needing replacement. The remainder of the project, which is included in the estimated bond total, would be $9,679,606. Construction will last throught 2027.
Other items listed in the bond proposal are:
• Buses: $1.4 million
• Sections of roof at Hinkle Creek Elementary and Noblesville East Middle School: $600,000
• Flooring at Promise Road Elementary, Stoney Creek Elementary, White River Elementary, HCE, Noblesville West Middle School and NHS: $911,000
• Painting at Hazel Dell Elementary, Noble Crossing Elementary, SCE and NHS: $286,000
• Paving at NHS: $1.4 million
• Playground at NCE: $1.2 million
• Intercom systems at all schools: $564,000
• Miscellaneous (concrete, furniture, landscape, etc.): $375,000
• iPads and staff devices: $2,985,000 The meeting was the first preliminary hearing, and the board took no action. At the April 15 meeting, there will be another hearing, and Hortmiller said he expects everything will be finalized in September.
FUNDRAISER RAISES RECORD AMOUNT FOR NOBLESVILLE SCHOOLS
Noblesville Mayor
Chris Jensen, right, takes a pie to the face in support of Noblesville Schools at the Noblesville Schools Education Foundation’s largest annual fundraiser, Miller-Palooza, March 14. The fundraiser brought in a record amount of $160,000, which will support a variety of enrichment, recognition and support initiatives for educators and students.
(Photo courtesy of Marnie Cooke)
NOBLESVILLE APRIL EVENTS
FISH FRY
This year’s Knights of Columbus Lenten Fish Fry will have in-person and drive-thru options. The Fish Fry will be every Friday from now through April 11 from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at 9900 E. 191st St. in Noblesville. For more, visit kofc9706fundraiser.org.
FIRST FRIDAY
On the first Friday of each month, Noblesville Main Street presents First Friday in downtown Noblesville, where shops and restaurants welcome guests from 5 to 9 p.m. or later. The April First Friday will be April 4. For more, visit noblesvillemainstreet.org.
FUNDRAISER
The Boys & Girls Club of Noblesville will conduct a golf tournament from noon to 4 p.m. April 10 at TopGolf Fishers, 9200 E. 116th St. The event will support affordable after school programs for more than 1,600 local youth. For more, visit bgcni.org/index. php/topgolf-tournament.
EGG HUNT
Noblesville United Methodist Church will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt from 10:30 a.m. to noon April 12 at 2051 Monument St. The event will feature various activities and children will hunt for eggs in age-specific groups. Register at eventbrite.com/e/ party-with-my-peeps-tickets-1254781748989.
CAREER FAIR
Ivy Tech will host a Hamilton County Career Fair from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 15 at 300 N. 17th St. in Noblesville to connect Ivy Tech students with employers and offer opportunities for networking, internships and full-time positions. Students can explore career paths, engage with recruiters and gain insight while employers can have a chance to fill positions. For more, visit ivytech-csm.symplicity.com.
GALA
The Noblesville Preservation Alliance will hold its first annual gala to celebrate heritage, community and the future of preservation in Noblesville. The community-centered gala is at 6 p.m. April 24 at 802 Mulberry St. The gala will feature food, entertainment and community engagement. Guests will have the opportunity to connect with preservation and local history enthusiasts and participate in a silent auction. Proceeds from the event will directly benefit NPA’s ongoing efforts to preserve and protect Noblesville’s historic landmarks. For more, visit noblesvillepreservation.org/events-1.
HSE junior guard recognized for her all-around skills
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Hamilton Southeastern High School junior Kennedy Holman has always been a point guard, and that suits her just fine.
“I always like to be in charge, whether that’s in basketball or in school or life in general,” Holman said. “I think I have a good vision, too, and that helps a lot. I like to create for myself and everyone.”
Holman was selected to the six-player core group of the Indiana Girls Junior AllStars. They will play one game against the Kentucky Junior All-Stars June 1 at a site to be announced. The Junior All-Stars also will play one game against the Indiana All-Star senior girls June 4 at Greenfield-Central High School.
“It gives me recognition for the work I’ve put in and it’s a great opportunity to play with and against some of the best girls in Indiana,” Holman said.
HSE coach Brian Satterfield said Holman certainly deserves the honor.
“Kennedy is one of the hardest workers, which is something you love as a coach,” Satterfield said. “This is special as
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she stepped into a leadership role this year. She competes at a high level at both ends.”
Holman, who is called KK by friends and family, had per-game averages of 12.2 points, 5.3 rebounds and 5.8 assists. She shot 49 percent from the field.
“The two areas of her game that really grew this past year were her decision-mak-
Kennedy Holman was named an Indiana Junior AllStar. (Photo courtesy of the Holman family)
ing and her shooting ability,” Satterfield said. “She lowered her turnovers this year and ended up with a 3-to-1 assist-to-turnover ratio, which is phenomenal. The second half of the season, we saw all of the hard work she put in on her shot start to pay off. We look forward to her leading our group her senior year.”
Holman said her biggest improvement has been her offensive game.
“I’ve been able to (make) outshot shots,” she said. “Mid-range (shots) and 3s helped us in the long run and helped me as well.”
Holman said it’s been great to learn from senior teammate Maya Makalusky, who was recently named Gatorade Indiana Girls Basketball Player of the Year for the 202425 season and is an Indiana All-Star.
“She’s taught me a lot, and for the other players, too, she was a really good role model,” Holman said. “She shows the effort it takes to get to where she is, and the leadership she showed taught me as I step into the senior role that I’ll take with me.”
The Royals finished the season 271, losing to Warsaw in the semistate championship.
Holman said among the main offers she is considering are from the University of Oregon, Marquette University and the University of Louisville. She said she will likely wait to see if she picks up other offers after the first couple of tournaments with her Indiana Girls Basketball team in the Under Armour Association circuit.
Holman’s mother, Lisa (Bowyer) Holman, played at Oregon and is a Royals assistant coach.
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Threats regarding Morse Village development come to light
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
At the end of last year, the Noblesville Common Council approved the rezoning and development of Morse Village, a $250 million development on 174 acres near 206th Street and Hague Road, in a 6-3 vote.
CITY NEWS
Prior to approval on Dec. 17, 2024, Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen said elected officials received violent threats. Although the Noblesville Police Department investigated and no charges were filed, city officials took the threats seriously.
Several residents opposed the project from the beginning and routinely expressed concerns via social media and at council meetings about surrounding wetlands, an eagle’s nest on the property, traffic and safety, among other issues, prior to the final vote.
The day before the vote, Jensen issued a statement on social media, stating that threats of violence had been received by elected officials.
“We take those threats seriously, and the Noblesville Police Department is actively responding to address them as appropriate,” Jensen stated. “It is concerning and disappointing that some individuals who have strong opinions on this matter have lowered themselves to the level of threatening physical violence.”
Jensen did not publicly disclose the contents of the threats; however, Current obtained copies of threats made through a public information request.
The first that raised concern was an email sent to four Noblesville Common Council members Dec. 15, 2024, from a resident who lives near a councilmember.
In the email, the resident states, “This is a bull—- and crooked jurisdiction town that people should put you to rest. This town sucks, and no one challenges this bull—-
and how to correct a corrupt city council and Mayor F. K you all.”
Noblesville Director of Communications
Lexie Rock said after receiving the email, the city sent a complaint to the Noblesville Police Department, and within a few hours, City Hall staff received a phone call that included more concerning statements, such as, “I pray to God that they die soon,” and “I pray to God that they leave property to their children and/or grandchildren that they feel they can freely use, and then the police kill them.”
A Facebook post a suggested that the poster expected that behind closed doors, all the commenters “hoped Jensen would get gunned down,” and social media posts suggested “Luigi solutions” to Morse Village.
Rock said the city viewed the latter comment as a reference to Luigi Mangione, an American man alleged to have fatally shot Brian Thompson, the CEO of UnitedHealthcare, which took place in New York City on Dec. 4, 2024.
Rock said each instance is concerning, but combined, they created a heightened threat environment.
“The city is thankful that after issuing a statement identifying communications that had been viewed as crossing the line between permissible advocacy and impermissible threats, the threatening behavior did not continue, at least to our knowledge,” Rock said.
NPD Lt. Bruce Barnes said the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office found that the incidents reported did not provide enough evidence to establish probable cause for filing charges.
“All individuals involved have been identified and investigated in detail,” Barnes said. “According to Indiana Code, a person may face charges ranging from a Class A misdemeanor to a Level 6 felony for the crime of intimidation if they fulfil the criteria outlined in the statute.”
DISPATCH
Webinars — The Hamilton County Health Department will host a series of free webinars focused on children’s health throughout the year. The webinars aim to provide information and resources to parents and caregivers in the community. The webinars will cover a range of topics relating
to children’s well-being. Each session will take place from 6 to 7 p.m. The scheduled webinars are:
June 4: CPR instruction for children June 18: Internet safety class for parents Aug. 20: Back to school immunizations Register at tinyurl.com/childrens-health-webinars.
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Gov. Braun, INDOT awards city $1.5M for roadway projects
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
Gov. Mike Braun and the Indiana Department of Transportation recently announced awarding more than $200 million in Community Crossings matching grants for local road and bridge projects across the state.
INFRASTRUCTURE
Noblesville received $1,500,000.
“Improving and maintaining roads and bridges at all levels is crucial for enhancing quality of life and public safety for Hoosiers,” Braun stated. “Communities across the state need investment in their local infrastructure, and we are pleased to partner with them to make necessary improvements.”
Communities submitted applications for funding in January. Funding for Community Crossings comes from the state’s
local road and bridge matching grant fund, according to INDOT. State legislators also identified long-term funding for Community Crossings in 2017 as part of House Enrolled Act 1002.
Noblesville Communications Director Lexie Rock said Noblesville will use the funds for road resurfacing and sidewalk improvements in several priority neighborhoods/areas around town. Noblesville
Mayor Chris Jensen said this is the second of three resurfacing contracts for the city in 2025.
“The city spends about $5.5 million every year on road resurfacing,” Jensen said. “This grant is going to help us to repave portions of South Harbour and West Harbour, 161st Street from Hazel Dell to Cherry Tree, 191st Street from Ind. 37 to Promise Road and Cumberland Road from Cherry Street to Allisonville Road.”
Child care action plan launched
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Invest Hamilton County and other community partners will establish a child care-focused coalition this year.
Throughout 2024, Invest Hamilton County engaged hundreds of local residents, businesses and stakeholders in the development of a Child Care Action and Investment Plan.
Invest Hamilton County Director of Programs Jill Doyle said the project’s goals are to help identify gaps, quantify the impact of child care on residents and build a plan to guide solutions.
Doyle said research conducted by TPMA, an Indianapolis business management consultant, showed that in 2024, Hamilton County was 4,644 seats behind demand across the community and needs to establish 9,405 seats by 2034 to meet community demand.
“The demand (for childcare) will only be met by developing and attracting approximately 1,500 additional child care workers,” Doyle stated. “The lack of quality and accessible child care has led to 2,339 ‘work-willing’ parents in Hamilton County who would return to the workforce if their need could be addressed.”
Doyle said if those parents return to the workforce, it has the potential to generate $242 million to $316 million in annual economic impact.
“Seeing in this research how often parents were willing to relocate to find child care and how often they left jobs or reduced hours because of access showcases the impact this challenge has on our residents,” stated Mike Thibideau, president and CEO of Invest Hamilton County. “It also presents a tremendous opportunity for talent and corporate attraction if we can develop solutions.”
Doyle said within the next few months, Invest Hamilton County and community partners will identify a staffing solution.
“Other key action items over the next few years include the development of career pathways, establishing a county-wide joint services hub for child care providers and identifying creative methods for subsidizing costs and supporting a ‘no-wrong-door’ approach that increases the capacity of home-based, faith-based and center-based care across the county,” Doyle stated.
The full action and investment plan can be found at investhamiltoncounty.com/ childcare-action-investment-plan/.
Board Break-a-Thon returns
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FUNDRAISER
Master Yoo’s World Class Tae Kwon Do, a martial arts school with locations in Noblesville, Fishers and Carmel, recently announced its annual exhibition and fundraiser benefiting Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent.
Master Yoo’s ninth annual Board Breaka-Thon will be from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 19 in the Westfield Middle School gymnasium at 345 W. Hoover St.
The Break-a-Thon is a public event that showcases Master Yoo’s students’ board-breaking skills and different levels of board-breaking techniques. Opening ceremonies begin at 11 a.m. and will feature student demonstrations, presentations and guests from Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital. Master Yoo’s will accept donations during the event.
“The Ascension St. Vincent Foundation is honored to be the beneficiary of the 2025 Master Yoo’s Board Break-A-Thon,” Ascension St. Vincent Foundation Senior Director Sara Homburg stated. “Peyton Manning
Children’s Hospital at Ascension St. Vincent offers a complete continuum of health care services to children, from newborns to late adolescents. Proceeds from the event will help ensure that every child receives the exceptional care that he or she deserves.”
Since 2013, Master Yoo’s World Class Tae Kwon Do has raised more than $252,000 for the hospital. This year, students will break more than 3,000 boards with a fundraising goal of $40,000.
Prior to the event, Master Yoo students are participating in individual fundraising efforts, and sponsorship opportunities are available.
For more, visit MasterYooEvents.com.
Master Yoo’s students with their broken boards at a previous Board Break-a-Thon. (Photo courtesy of Jin Park)
City Supporting NSEF Mental Health Initiative
The Noblesville Schools Education Foundation (NSEF) has announced the expansion of its Mental Health Support Fund thanks to $50,000 in support from the City of Noblesville.
The NSEF Mental Health Support Fund is a vital resource helping students and staff in Noblesville Schools access additional professional counseling services With increasing rates of stress, anxiety and depression among students and staff, this initiative directly supports the well-being of the Noblesville Schools community.
"When we ask school leaders where NSEF funding can best support them, mental health resources consistently rank as a top area of need," said NSEF President Adriann Young. "By eliminating financial barriers to accessing professional care, we ' re ensuring that everyone in our school community can receive the full mental health support to ultimately support their success in school."
Over the years, the demand for this support has increased, and the City of Noblesville has pledged $50,000 to support the Mental Health Support Fund to aid in sustaining this program for students and teachers.
"The Mental Health Support Fund aligns with the mission and focus of our administration to support the health and well-being of our community, which includes prioritizing mental health," said Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen. "Our community is better and stronger when resources are easily accessible to all who need them. I look forward to the positive impact this fund will continue to have on our students, teachers, and the community."
From left: Noblesville Schools Executive Director of Student Services Julie Thacker, Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen, and Noblesville Schools Education Foundation CEO & President Adriann Young
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Fischer Homes focuses on amenities in construction
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Fischer Homes, a home building company in the Indianapolis area, plans to continue expanding its footprint throughout the northern Indianapolis region this year.
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Fischer Homes has established housing developments in Brownsburg, Fishers/Geist, Greenwood, Lebanon, McCordsville, Westfield and Greenfield. The communities offer a variety of homes, including single-family homes, low-maintenance ranch homes and townhomes, attracting first-time home buyers, families looking to expand, luxury home buyers as well as families looking to downsize. In many of Fischer Homes’ communities, homeowners can enjoy amenities such as pools, pickleball courts, walking/biking trails and dog parks. Additional amenities are available at select communities, such as the Lindley Ridge community at Chatham Hills, which offers a Sport & Social membership to The Club at Chatham Hills with purchase of a home.
At the beginning of this year, Fischer Homes began development at its new community at The Reserve at Holliday Farms in Zionsville. It also will begin development on two new communities in Noblesville – Oasis at Hyde Park and Morse Village – in 2025. Oasis at Hyde Park will have direct access to Hamilton
Town Center, and Morse Village will be a master-planned community at Morse Reservoir. All three communities will begin sales by the end of 2025.
In addition, Townes at Grand Park Village in Westfield will be open for sales beginning this spring. The community offers a low-maintenance lifestyle with brand-new townhomes that are within walking distance to all of the amenities at Grand Park. Fischer Homes also unveiled a new model home in Fishers at The Cove and is constructing the Nottoway model home at its Lindley Ridge community in Chatham Hills. The Nottoway model home is part of its Grand Estates Custom Collection. Tours will be available at the Nottoway model home in May.
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The Margot Masterpiece Collection home. (Photos courtesy of Fischer Homes)
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“We offer a variety of thoughtfully designed floor plans that can be tailored to your lifestyle,” said Sean Sullivan, Fischer Homes’ Indianapolis market president. “We are proud of our high customer satisfaction rating; in fact, many of our homeowners are referred to us by their friends and family who own a Fischer Home.”
Fischer Homes also has several partnerships that offer opportunities and deals to homebuyers. This includes its partnership with Victory Mortgage, which offers special financing with three-year complimentary refinancing to Fischer Homes’ homebuyers, as well as a new partnership with Builder Backed, which connects homeowners to trusted home service providers for future home projects.
Sullivan noted the importance of finding highly sought-after locations to begin new projects, with an emphasis on making sure the areas connect to parks, trails, restaurants and shopping.
“Our communities are not just about great locations; they also create beautiful, welcoming environments where you’ll feel right at home,” Sullivan said. For more, visit fischerhomes.com.
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It all started in 1969, when Barbara Hanson’s parents, new to Indianapolis and unable to find their favorite fabric store, took a leap of faith and opened
their own. Hanson, who now owns Calico of Indianapolis, grew up surrounded by textiles and design, watching her mother transform their home with seasonal slipcovers and fresh upholstery. She spent summers working in the store before heading off to college and even spent a year in France before returning home — only to realize that Calico was more than just her family’s business. It was her calling.
With a loan from her father and a vision of the future, Hanson purchased the company to take it to new heights.
Barbara Hanson, left, and her daughter Jennie Hanson-Slaff own/operate Calico of Indianapolis. (Photos courtesy of Collective Alternative)
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2025 McComb Pella Parade of Homes
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As the homebuilding industry evolves, so does how we showcase its finest craftsmanship, innovation and design. The 2025 McComb Pella Parade of Homes, hosted by the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis (BAGI), moves away from the traditional home tour format. Set for April 25-27 and May 2-4, this highly anticipated event allows attendees to explore more than 60 homes by more than 20 builders across central Indiana.
A new era of home tours:
The Parade of Homes vs. IndyRama
BAGI’s IndyRama has long been a showcase for high-end urban living, offering a glimpse into thoughtfully designed homes in Indianapolis’s downtown neighborhoods. The new 2025 McComb Pella Parade of Homes builds on the foundation of IndyRama broadening its reach and offering a more inclusive experience that spans multiple areas of Indianapolis and the surrounding counties.
Rather than focusing solely on urban homes, this expanded event reflects the diverse needs of today’s homebuyers. From downtown city townhomes to spacious suburban residences, the Parade of Homes highlights a range of styles, locations and price points—allowing visitors to explore homes that align with their unique preferences. This evolution isn’t about moving away from urban living but rather about creating a home tour experience that better represents the area’s dynamic housing market.
With more than 60 homes from a variety of builders, this show allows homebuyers and design enthusiasts to discover inspiration, explore new communities and connect with the region’s
This home by David Weekley Homes in Chatham Village in Westfield is on the tour of the 2025 McComb Pella Parade of Homes. (Photos courtesy of Collective Alternative
Interior of the Chatham Village home pictured above.
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finest home builders in a way that fits their lifestyle.
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An all-access tour of innovation
The 2025 McComb Pella Parade of Homes provides attendees with a free all-access pass. With the pass, attendees can tour as many of the homes as they’d like across six zones and over two exciting weekends. New home construction has never been a better option. With homes on the tour ranging from $250k to $4M+, condos to single-family, there’s something for everyone in this show.
Whether visitors are looking for bold contemporary designs, timeless traditional craftsmanship, or innovative smart-home technology, the 2025 McComb Pella Parade of Homes delivers an experience that caters to all.
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Mark your calendars for noon - 6 p.m. April 25-27 and May 2-4, and prepare to embark on an exciting journey through central Indiana’s most sought-after homes. Whether you’re looking to buy, build or dream, the 2025 McComb Pella Parade of Homes is an event you won’t want to miss! Get your free tickets today! For free tickets, visit Bagi.com/ parade-of-homes.
This model by Lennar Homes will be open in Fishers.
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You’ve probably heard of a HELOC, or home equity line of credit, but you may not realize the impact this powerful tool can have on the journey of homeownership.
First, many misinterpret this loan as not a mortgage, when in fact it is. It is typically a second lien, behind your first mortgage. The important thing about this loan is that it does not impact your payment with your primary mortgage. This can be a great tool to use for home renovation, debt consolidation or other creative uses that do not get rid of your low interest rate on your primary mortgage. The way it works is simple. We take 89.9 percent of the current value of your home, subtract your outstanding mortgage balance, and the remaining equity becomes available for future use. The nice thing about a HELOC is that like a credit card, if you do not have a balance,
Each HELOC can look different based on the financial profile of the homeowner, which can result in different interest rates and draw lengths available. A bonus to the HELOC is that the costs to put one in place are typically a fraction of those associated with a 30-year fixed rate mortgage. Once in place, you can draw up and pay down the balance as you see fit. A caution to many prospective borrowers is that the lack of repayment on this loan can result in a balloon payment due at the end of the term.
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Renew your landscape: A guide to spring yard care
• Overseed thin or patchy areas
• First seasonal mow and edging
As the tree buds begin to swell, hinting at the life stirring within, nature signals that winter’s hold is loosening and the cycle of renewal has begun once again. Grab a cup of coffee and walk around your yard to assess your lawn and garden care needs. As the season changes, it is essential to refresh and maintain your landscape to ensure a healthy, vibrant outdoor space. Hire a professional spring cleanup service or do-it yourself to get your property prepared to thrive beautifully during the warm, growing season. Use this checklist to spring into your project. Cut out this handy helper and hang it on your refrigerator. This list might be a nice chore chart for the kids! Our lush green lawns bring us joy and provide a place for children to play, for pets to romp and a place to picnic with your friends and family.
• Remove leaves, sticks and winter debris to improve soil and plant health
• Dethatch and aerate lawn (if necessary)
• Apply spring fertilizer and pre-emergent weed control
As the frost fades and the first signs of warmth settle in, spring garden bed cleanup begins.
• Clear dead plant material and weeds
• Edge garden beds for a neat, tidy look
• Apply pre-emergent and fresh mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Prune perennials and cut back ornamental grasses
Examine your trees and shrubs to evaluate winter damage and prepare trees for the growing Seasons.
• Prune dead or damaged branches to promote new growth
• Trim and shape overgrown shrubs
• Assess trees for signs of disease, pests or structural issues
• Fertilize to encourage robust foliage and root growth
How do your patio and pathways look? Are they ready for cookouts, guests and relaxing weekends?
• Power wash and sweep walkways, patios and driveways
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Now is the time to plan landscaping projects. (Photos courtesy of Stephanie Carlson
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• Clean out gutters and downspouts
• Repair or reposition landscape features like stones, yard art, edging and planters
• Remove any leftover snow piles or winter salt residue
Liven up your porch pots with a refreshing floral design filled with color appropriate for the location. Pay attention to sun exposure when choosing plants
• Install early spring flowers (pansies, daffodils, tulips, etc.)
• Suggest and plant new shrubs or trees as needed
• Refresh container gardens with seasonal plants
• Clean out debris and prepare your raised garden beds for vegetables
• Determine if you want to redesign your landscape or build an additional garden bed With each careful step, your landscape transforms from a dreary dormant winter scene to a vibrant inviting yard, ready to burst with color and life.
Stephanie, owner of Naturspire Landscapes — a biophilic design firm that specializes in bringing nature indoors and a full-service landscaper — is happy to help with your spring cleanup and enhancements. Visit our website at www.naturspire.com or email steph@naturspire.com.
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MARCH ACTIVITIES
Embrace Downtown Public Open House
The City of Noblesville is making critical infrastructure and beautification upgrades in the downtown area. This project will support the growth and opportunities of the city and enhance the historic downtown square.
The design team will unveil the preliminary plans for Embrace
Downtown for public information from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 27. Attendees can interact with the project team and view exhibits showing the preliminary plans at City Hall, 16 S. 10th Street. For more information on Embrace Downtown, scan the QR Code
Taste of Business Celebrates 25th Anniversary
Noblesville’s largest showcase of quality products and services is 4 to 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday, March 26 at Embassy Suites. Sponsored by the Noblesville Economic
Development Department, more than 90 business, and 14 restaurants are participating in the 25th anniversary of the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce’s Taste of Business, including a Made in Noblesville exhibit with some of our local manufacturers.
“Taste of Business | Made in Noblesville is our community’s chance to celebrate itself,” said Noblesville Chamber CEO Bob DuBois. “We invite residents to join in the celebration and sample the best of Noblesville. Where else can you taste specialties of the house from local chefs, peek behind the scenes of local manufacturers, and visit with some of Noblesville’s newest businesses?”
To purchase tickets, visit www.noblesvillechamber.com.
Upcoming EVENTS
Take a 7-mile round trip rail bike ride starting at Hobbs Station in Forest Park. Reservations required and can be made at www.nickelplateexpress.com
03/19 – Young Professional's Noble Social Presented by the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce at Bier Brewery, 4 to 6 p m
03/20 – Homebrewed Music at Bier Brewery, 1618 S 10th Street, 7 to 8:30 p m
03/22 - Paint with Animals! with Hedgehog Hannah at Kiln Creations, 60 N. 9th Street. Reservations required. 6 to 8 p.m.
03/22-23 – Free Kid’s Fishing Weekend at Cabela’s, 13725 Cabela's Parkway, Noon to 4 p m
03/24-25 – Community Dinner at 9th Street Bistro, 56 S. 9th Street. Reservations required. 6:30 p.m.
03/29 – Murder Mystery Train Ride, Hobbs Station at Forest Park. Registrations required.
04/04 – FIRST FRIDAY
Noblesville Main Street Downtown shops open late, 4 to 8 p.m.
04/04-05 – Art is Where You Find it, Hamilton County Artists’ Association, 195 S. Fifth St. Reservations required. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Indy 500 Parade Tickets Now Available – Tickets for the AES 500 Festival Parade May 24 are on sale and start at $25. The downtown Indianapolis parade kicks off at noon, showcasing floats, bands, celebrities and Indy 500 drivers. This year’s theme, “Connected Through May,” celebrates community spirit. Proceeds support youth education and health initiatives. Purchase tickets at 500festival.com/tickets. The parade will be televised live on WTHR and streamed on Peacock.
Sip N Shop — Simply Chic at 14765 Hazel Dell Crossing in Noblesville is hosting a spring Sip N Shop event from 4 to 7 p.m. April 23. Attendees can enjoy door prizes, discounts and a wine tasting, among other activities. Ten percent of funds raised will be donated to the Leukemia
and Lymphoma Society to support cancer research.
BAGI appoints new CEO — The Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis recently announced the appointment of Chris Hancock as the organization’s next Chief Executive Officer. Hancock is the president and CEO of Quabachi LLC and Zealco LLC, and serves as executive director for Indianapolis-based Fraternal Housing Association. BAGI is committed to promoting excellence and innovation in the new home construction industry and supporting the interests of its members and the communities they serve.
Prayer Breakfast — The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office will present its fourth annual Chaplaincy Prayer Break-
fast at the Mill Top Banquet and Conference Center, 802 Mulberry St., Noblesville, at 7 a.m. April 23. Breakfast will be served at 7:15 a.m., and the program will begin at 8 a.m. Tickets are $50 for individuals and $350 for a table of eight. The purpose of the breakfast is to celebrate the accomplishments of the Chaplaincy while looking forward to the future.
Kindergarten enrollment now open — Noblesville Schools kindergarten enrollment is open now through May 9 for the 2025-2026 school year. Children must be at least 5 years of age on or before Aug. 1 to enroll for kindergarten. If your child will be 5 after Aug. 1, but before Oct. 1, they can be considered for early entrance. To enroll, visit noblesvilleschools.org.
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DISPATCHES COMMUNITY
Ivy Tech Day — Ivy Tech Hamilton County will celebrate Ivy Tech Day, a day of giving and community impact dedicated to supporting student success, April 8. This year, the Hamilton County campus has set a goal of raising $30,000 to fund programs, building upgrades and student resources — building on the $25,000 it raised last year. To help reach its fundraising goal, the campus is hosting several ticketed events. To purchase tickets or sponsorships, visit giveday.ivytech.edu/hamco.
Health department implements ordinance — The Hamilton County Health Department has implemented a body art and eyelash extension ordinance to ensure safe and sanitary practices for residents who get piercings, eyelash extensions and other legal body art. The ordinance mandates all body art and eyelash extension facilities, including the artists and operators, maintain sanitary premises and equipment, hold appropriate licenses and use only jewelry that meets specified materials and hygiene standards. Body art establishments and artists found in violation may face penalties ranging from fines to temporary suspension or permanent revocation of their licenses. For more, visit hamiltoncounty.in.gov/1925/ Health-Department.
Brody and Briggs Batten Battle Ride — A fundraiser will be held June 7 at 654 S. 9th St. in Noblesville for Brody and Briggs Gray, two Franklin brothers who are battling a rare neurodegenerative disorder called batten disease that affects the body’s ability to break down and eliminate cellular waste, causing a build-up of proteins, sugars and lipids. Fundraising activities will include food, bounce houses, raffles and more. For more, call 317-379-4990 or 317-410-9728.
Sailing Camps — Registration is now open for youth sailing camps at Eagle Creek Sailing Club. At camp, kids will learn a variety of essential sailing skills like rigging and derigging boats, sailing terminology, basic knot tying, boat maintenance and more. There are four weeks open in June, with June 9 through June 13 and June 16 through June 20 open for 8- to 11-year-olds and June 23 through June 27 and June 30 through July 3 open for 12- to 18-year-olds. The price for the week is $400 for members and $475 for nonmembers. Camps are held from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Learn more at ecsail.org/ juniors/lessons.
A legacy of support.
The Payne and Mencias families have long believed in the power of the arts to inspire, connect and transform individuals and communities. With their latest contribution — a transformative donation for the Palladium’s naming rights — these families ensure that art and culture will thrive in Central Indiana for years to come.
FULL BLOOM
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
The Indiana Peony Festival, a nonprofit whose mission is to inspire residents to celebrate Indiana’s state flower and enhance Noblesville through beautification projects, peony gardens and horticulture education, is celebrating its fifth anniversary in the City of Noblesville.
The free festival, which features cut flowers, bouquets, plants, clothes, decorations, art, food and beverages for purchase, among other activities, returns to Noblesville’s Seminary Park at 350 S. 10th St. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 17.
Indiana Peony Festival President Kelly McVey said the event will feature an enhanced experience with 150 vendors, a Hoosier Row food court, beer and wine, a kids zone and expanded open spaces.
The Hoosier Row food court is new this year and will feature traditional Indiana fare like popcorn, sugar cream pie and tenderloins. A biergarten and hospitality tent will have cocktails and wine for purchase.
Also new this year is a commemorative charm created by the festival’s premier sponsor Smith’s Jewelers and the Indiana Peony Festival. It is available for pre-order online and will also be featured and available for purchase on festival day.
McVey said the festival grows each year.
“Last year, we had a great year, and an estimated 35,000 people attended,” McVey said. “We have realized that it continues to be increasingly crowded, so every year we’re doing things to help that.”
To accommodate crowds, the festival will extend from Mulberry Street, past Maple Street and around the park and expand to the courthouse square.
“The footprint is growing significantly, but we’re not going to add a lot of new vendors, and we’re going to keep all the vendors on one side of the street, so people have room to breathe and get to vendor tents,” McVey said. “We’re also adding additional respite areas for sitting and relaxing. We’re clearing most of the vendors out of the park to make it a big respite area where people can sit, relax and enjoy the florals.”
One returning vendor is Karly Elbrecht,
Indiana Peony Festival to celebrate 5th-year anniversary
who owns a floral shop downtown called Camino & Co. She began participating in the event in 2022, the same week she launched her business.
“The Indiana Peony Festival feels like where it all started for us, (and) we’re so excited to be one of the (festival’s) floral designers and vendors again this year,” Elbrecht said. “This will be the first year we not only have locally grown peony bouquets for sale, but we’ll also have a special
peony ‘camino coffee’ blend roasted locally in Noblesville by Noble Coffee & Tea for sale, too.”
McVey got the idea for the festival because she and her sister enjoy planting peonies.
“I knew there were people that felt like me about the flower, but I don’t think I had any idea how passionate people are about peonies,” McVey said. “It’s so fun to see businesses do well and see all these vendors and makers be able to showcase their stuff in front of a huge audience. I want it to be the prettiest festival in the country and be able to showcase Noblesville and Hamilton County as a beautiful hidden gem. It is scary, too, because I want everybody to succeed and do well.”
Besides the main event, Peonies in the Park, a ticketed event for visitors 21 and older that serves as a fundraiser for the nonprofit, will kick off festivities from 6 to 9 p.m. May 16 in Seminary Park. McVey said the event will feature new elements, such as a cake walk to celebrate the festival’s anniversary.
“We’re teaming up with 9th Street Bistro to get more chefs and food,” McVey said. “We’re going to do a modified cake walk to showcase cakes from bakeries all over the city to celebrate our anniversary. We also will have more activities for people to do, from pottery to a peony craft.”
New this year is a commemorative charm created by the festival’s premier sponsor Smith’s Jewelers and the Indiana Peony Festival.
Tickets are $150, and discounts are available for those who buy two or four-pack tickets.
Brunch and Blooms, a brunch and retail crawl, also will return to downtown Noblesville on the day of the festival. McVey said more than 50 downtown businesses are participating, which is a record for the event.
“There’s some new businesses downtown that are super excited to participate,” McVey said. “Courthouse Club is going to have its outdoor seating open, and it’s going to do florals, and Bar Ellis is going to be doing stuff in its alley. All the restaurants are really going all out.”
For more, visit indianapeonyfestival.com.
ON THE COVER: Several vendors will sell cut flowers and bouquets at the 2025 Indiana Peony Festival. (Photos courtesy of Kelly McVey)
CELEBRATING PEONIES YEAR-ROUND
At Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen’s 2024 State of the City address, he announced the establishment of the Indiana Peony Festival Headquarters, which will be on the grounds of Finch Creek Park. Indiana Peony Festival President Kelly McVey looks forward to transforming the area into a place where residents can celebrate the state flower year-round.
“An old farmstead that is part of Finch Creek Park has been sitting empty for years, and it’s got so much history,” McVey said. “Our headquarters and the farmstead will be a place where people can go all year to experience the peony.”
McVey said they will develop the farmstead into a place where peonies are showcased, and there will be peony gardens and options to take different floral, gardening and cooking classes.
“We’re going to have kitchen gardens and do classes out there for women to learn about gardening, sourdough bread,
pickling and canning and all the old-world things that we’ve lost that people want to get back to doing,” McVey said. “It’s so important to educate and inspire people, and it’s something people want to learn more about. It will be a perfect, nostalgic place where we can showcase the peony and do more throughout the year to pay homage to Hamilton County farmers.”
Jensen said he looks forward to the building of the new headquarters.
“The Indiana Peony Festival has grown into a premiere event in our community,” Jensen said. “We look forward to working alongside the Indiana Peony Festival to envision the new headquarters to create a permanent home for year-round events and activities.”
McVey said her goal is for the headquarters and farmstead to be ready in time for the 2027 Indiana Peony Festival.
An attendee buys flowers at a previous Indiana Peony Festival. (Photo courtesy of Kelly McVey)
New Kroger coming soon
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Kroger and City of Noblesville officials broke ground on a Kroger Marketplace at the northeast corner of 146th Street and Howe Road March 13.
GROUNDBREAKING
The store is expected to open in mid-2026.
“This is an exciting time to be in Noblesville,” stated Colleen Juergensen, president of Kroger Central Division. “Kroger is thrilled to have such an important role in the awesome transformation taking place here. Our investment in this new store means Kroger is growing with Noblesville, supporting the city’s ideals of commerce, culture and community.”
The new Kroger Marketplace will span nearly 123,000 square feet. It will have wider aisles, Murray’s Cheese and expanded deli options, a Starbucks, popcorn made fresh in the store and an array of other features.
“We look forward to welcoming the Kroger Marketplace to Noblesville,” Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen stated. “Kroger’s commitment to giving back to the community and investing in our local economy will
enhance our workforce and options available to residents.”
Coca-Cola Consolidated, the largest Coca-Cola bottler in the United States, joined the groundbreaking to donate $11,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of Noblesville.
“Each week, the Boys & Girls Club serves (more than) 1,000 snacks during our after-school program,” stated Becky Terry, BGCN’s executive director. “This generous support from Kroger and Coca-Cola Consolidated will ensure that every child who walks through our doors has the energy to learn, play and grow.”
Residence Inn now open
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MHG Hotels, a privately owned hotel investment, development and management company, recently announced the opening of a Residence Inn by Marriott at 13596 Tegler Dr. in Noblesville.
HOTEL
MHG Hotels officials said the new allsuite hotel is designed to meet the needs of business travelers, extended-stay guests and families looking for a homeaway-from-home experience.
The Residence Inn Noblesville features studio and one-bedroom suites with fully equipped kitchens, separate living and sleeping areas and complimentary highspeed Wi-Fi. The hotel also offers complimentary breakfast, a 24-hour market, a fitness center and an indoor pool.
“We are thrilled to open the doors of Residence Inn Noblesville and bring Marriott’s premier extended-stay brand to this vibrant and growing community,” stated Andrew Quinto, MHG Hotels chief operating officer. “Whether guests are staying for a
few days or a few weeks, our team is committed to providing an exceptional experience that makes everyone feel at home.”
Residence Inn Noblesville is near Ruoff Music Center, Hamilton Town Center and the Noblesville Business Park, which hotel officials said makes it an ideal choice for travelers attending events, conducting business or exploring the area’s shopping and dining options.
For more, visit mhghotelsllc.com or residenceinn.com.
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The Residence Inn by Marriott at 13596 Tegler Dr. in Noblesville. (Photo courtesy of Anna Terrell)
Kroger and City of Noblesville officials broke ground on a Kroger Marketplace at the northeast corner of 146th Street and Howe Road March 13. (Photo courtesy of Eric Halvorson)
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Subaru Loves to Help program partners with Fishers Youth Assistance Program
Here at Tom Wood Subaru, we believe in making a difference where it matters most—right here in our community. As part of the 2025 Subaru Loves to Help program, a group of our dedicated staff and their family members recently volunteered with the Fishers Youth Assistance Program to bring warmth and comfort to children in need.
The event, held at the Fishers Government Building, was an incredible opportunity to serve underprivileged families by providing brand-new socks and shoes to children. Through Subaru’s partnership with Operation Warm, all were able to purchase and distribute over 200 pairs of shoes and socks for the second consecutive year.
Operation Warm, the organization that facilitated this initiative, shared their gratitude for Subaru retailers like us who continue to give back. “This year, Operation Warm and Subaru made a HUGE impact, serving over 130,000 children living in urgent need. Operation Warm stated. “Your dedication to providing comfort, confidence, and hope in your community is inspiring, and from the bottom of our hearts, we wanted to say thank you!”
Shellee Buchanan, Program Manager at Operation Warm, highlighted the local impact of Tom Wood Subaru’s involvement: “You donated 204 pairs of shoes and socks, helping that many children through the Subaru Loves to Help program. Thank you both for all you do for the children in your community— we truly appreciate your partnership!” This event was made possible through
the efforts of Fishers Youth Assistance Program and their Early Intervention Advocate, Trisha Straus, who helped coordinate the outreach and ensure the children received the support they needed.
Tom Wood Subaru General Manager, Scott Reckley, reflected on the impact of this initiative: “We are very thankful to be able to help those children who were so excited to receive a new pair of shoes and socks. It’s a small gesture that provides comfort and confidence, and we are honored to be part of this effort.”
At Tom Wood Subaru, we are proud to uphold the Subaru Loves to Help pillar, working together to strengthen our community one step at a time. We look forward to continuing this tradition of kindness and support for years to come.
A Noblesville family plans to open a specialty franchise on the downtown Noblesville square this summer. Justin and Kelly Hexamer, who have lived in Noblesville for 15 years, will open The Spice & Tea Exchange Noblesville between The Mix Marketplace and Primeval Brewing on Logan Street in June. The building formerly housed Expressions in Design.
The store will be family-run and offer fresh herbs, spices and loose-leaf teas, among other products. The other two Indiana shops are in New Albany and Valparaiso.
The couple first visited The Spice & Tea Exchange while on vacation last year.
“We were going to North Carolina, and we stopped at the location in Knoxville, Tenn.,” Kelly said. “When I walked into the store, I felt like I was in Disney World. The manager let us know that it’s a franchise, and if we were interested, we could open one, and it got our wheels spinning.”
The store will have a tea bar and educa-
tional events about how to incorporate the products in recipes.
“I think one of the things I love so much about our products is that not only does cooking with fresh herbs and spices take your food to another level, but also the items have so many healing properties,” Kelly said. “We’re excited to offer different events and partnerships with local businesses.”
For more, visit facebook.com/ TSTENoblesvilleIN.
Book store expands offerings
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
Noblesville residents Brooke Heffernan and Jen Todderud opened Chapter Book Lounge — a bookstore that also sells cocktails and coffee — in October 2024 and have grown it ever since.
ACTIVITIES
Recently, they launched spring book clubs, which meet monthly at the store at 996 Connor St.
“We started with story times, and we saw some really good attendance from that,” Todderud said. “We thought book clubs could be something for people who have some downtime during the day and are looking for a place to connect.”
Todderud said they initially planned to launch one or two clubs during the day but immediately noticed a demand for evening times. This month, they launched four clubs that focus on different genres, such as trending, fantasy, thriller and romance.
“We started off trying a romance book club, and it was immediately full,” Todderud said. “I think what’s most exciting about that is there was a 100 percent return rate.
We’ve expanded it to have one daytime and one evening book club meeting every week per genre.”
Cost to participate in a book club session is $5, and Todderud said funds help them know how many people are coming, and the fee transitions into an in-store credit for coffee, books, merchandise or food.
The spring clubs run through May.
“We decided to start with a three-month rotation,” Todderud said. “Summer gets kind of busy for people, so we might take a break for the summer and pick back up in fall, or we might adjust our timing slightly. We’re going to see what the community wants.”
Besides the book clubs, Heffernan said guests can anticipate a new cocktail menu, outdoor seating and more events like book signings this spring.
“We’re really excited to expand our footprint with an outdoor patio space and extended seating in the warmer months,” Heffernan said. “We also will have some options to reserve the store for private parties like birthdays and baby showers.”
For more, visit chapterbooklounge.com.
From left, Scott & Kim Reckley, Carys Stevens, Russ Stevens & Jennifer), Bobby Miller & (and Jen), Dave Southern and son, Madison Weybright & son.
The Spice & Tea Exchange will be between The Mix Marketplace and Primeval Brewing on Logan Street in Noblesville. (Photo courtesy of Kelly Hexamer)
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Pure Prairie League set for Palladium concert
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
For former Pure Prairie League bassist Michael Reilly, the time to retire from constant touring had come.
But Reilly’s long association with Pure Prairie League has certainly not ended. He promotes and manages the band, which will perform at 8 p.m. April 5 at the Palladium at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel.
“I got spoiled after COVID and I decided after 50-some years, that was enough,” said Reilly, who stopped touring about three years ago. “But I work harder now than I did when I was on the road. I do all the logistics for the band, all the booking and I produced the new album. I make all the setlists for the shows.”
Reilly, 75, joined the band in 1972, two years after it formed in Ohio. He stayed with PPL until 1988, when band members all took a break and then reunited in 1998.
John David Call, one of the band’s founding members who had been back with the band full time since 2010, had to retire at the end of 2024 because of an issue with his left hand.
Scott Thompson has been with the band since 2012.
“The guys in the band do a really good job with the songs,” said Reilly, who is based in Sag Harbor, a village in Long Island, N.Y. “We don’t try to change them or do anything different. We’re paying our respect to the songs. That’s what the people are paying their money to come out and hear those tunes. With this social media crap, people are calling us a tribute band. We’re not a tribute band. We are the band. We’re not a bunch of weekend warriors that go out and play someone else’s songs. We do these songs, and we have for years. People can call us whatever they want. It doesn’t bother me or bother the guys. We’ve been around for 55 years.”
Pure Prairie League has had a variety of members through the years, including Vince Gill, now with the Eagles, who was lead singer from 1978 to 1982.
The band came to prominence with “Amie” on its 1972 album “Bustin’ Out.”
Because of the song’s popularity, “Amie” was released as a single in 1975. The same album included “Falling in and Out of Love,” which is often paired with “Amie” in concert. “Two Lane Highway” is another concert fixture.
Reilly said the band has played “I’ll Fix Your Flat Tire Merle” in every concert since 1973.
Another major hit for the band was “Let Me Love You Tonight,” which was released in 1980 and became the band’s first song to reach the top 10 on the Billboard’s top 100.
“Those are the songs people are paying their hard-earned dough to hear and we are going to make sure they get their money’s worth and then some,” Reilly said.
“Amie” has appeared in several movies and TV shows.
“Back in the early ‘70s, we were doing 250 to 275 college shows every year,” Reilly said. “The college radio station played it. Every college kid that had a guitar (played it) because the chords are pretty easy.”
The band released “Back on Track” in December 2024, its first studio album in nearly 20 years. Reilly said the band will play several songs from that, including “The Beginning,” “Back on Track,” “Modern Problem,” “Picture Perfect Life,” “I”m the Lucky One” and “A Love Like Yours.”
“That gives people a chance to hear half of the new album,” Reilly said. “We do all the hit songs and some deep cuts like ‘Angel No. 9’ and ‘Woman.’ We always mix it up and we have a blast.”
Reilly, who occasionally travels with the band for shows, said he expects the Palladium show will be about 2 hours with more than 20 songs.
Although viewed by many as a country rock band, Reilly said the group has incorporated some bebop, jazz and blues songs.
“We’ve tried to stretch the parameters of big vocals and really tight musicianship,” Reilly said.
In recent years, the band has toured with Orleans, Poco, Firefall and Atlanta Rhythm Section.
“We’re doing a bunch of gigs this year with Little Feat,” Reilly said. “We only did about 30 shows last year and this year we’re going to do about 75 or 80.”
For tickets, visit thecenterpresents.org. For more on the band, visit pureprairieleague.com.
‘JERSEY BOYS’
“Jersey Boys” runs through April 13 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com.
CIVIC THEATRE
Civic Theatre presents “The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time” through March 29 at the Studio Theater at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit civictheatre.org.
FEINSTEIN’S CABARET
Malingo with Josh Gillespie and Father Kennedy will perform at 7 p.m. March 26 in a free concert at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. The Magic of Dave Ranalli is set for 7:30 p.m. March 28 and “Simply the Best: A Celebration of Tina Turner” is at 7:30 p.m. March 29. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.
‘BOOKSTORE’
The Cat presents “Bookstore” through March 30 at The Cat, 254 Veterans Way, Carmel. For more, visit thecat.biz.
LANG LANG
Lang Lang will perform at 8 p.m. March 28 at the Palladium at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit carmelsymphony.org.
DISPATCH
Songbook Academy deadline extended — Applications will be accepted through March 30 for the 16th annual Songbook Academy summer music intensive for high school students, taking place July 12-19 at the Great American Songbook Foundation’s headquarters in Carmel. The national pre-professional program enables young singers to develop their performance skills under the personalized guidance of Broadway stars and other experienced artists and music educators. Led by performer and preservationist Michael Feinstein, founder of the Songbook Foundation, the Songbook Academy provides education on the foundations of American popular music. More more, visit TheSongbook.org/SongbookAcademy or email SongbookAcademy@ TheSongbook.org.
Pure Prairie League members are, from left, Scott Thompson, John David Call, Jared Camic, Randy Harper and Jeff Zona. (Photo courtesy of PPL)
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GHDT to premiere ‘Krakow’
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
A summer trip provided Gregory Hancock the inspiration for “The Lady of Krakow.”
DANCE
“When I was in Krakow, Poland, last summer, every evening I would sit on the steps of a church and listen to a street performer sing for about an hour,” said Hancock, executive artistic director of Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre. “I found it interesting how people passing by would respond. Many would simply walk past her, seemingly not even noticing her, while others would stop for a moment and take a photo or video and then move on. Some took some time to stop and notice something beautiful.”
4-5 at The Tarkington at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. The program will feature the return of many GHDT classic repertoire pieces that have not been performed for several years, Hancock said.
“The Lady of Krakow” piece features vocals by Fishers resident Ashley Nicole Soprano. This is the first time Hancock and Soprano have collaborated.
Soprano said it is an incredible opportunity to work with Hancock
“I admire his ability to channel all his creativity and vision into the reality of a production,” Soprano said.
“His free-thinking. Independent spirit is expressed in many art forms, including choreography, music composition and costume design.”
Hancock said he found the idea of finding beauty in unexpected places and noticing — or not noticing — beauty was intriguing. The premiere of “The Lady of Krakow” is part of “Spring Equinox” April
Soprano sings three classical crossover songs, which she said are very challenging for many reasons.
For more, visit gregoryhancockdancetheatre.org.
Actress spins yarns in ‘Web’
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
The biggest challenge for Phoebe Aldridge in “Spider’s Web” is keeping the stories her character weaves straight.
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Aldridge plays Clarissa Hailsham-Brown in Main Street Productions’ version of Agatha Christie’s “Spider’s Web,” which runs April 3 to 13 at Basile Westfield Playhouse.
character does, too,” she said.
Cicero resident Sydney Loomis said his character, Sir Rowland, is sort of a father figure to Clarissa.
Aldridge
“She is a really fun character,” Aldridge said. “She has a lot of friends and she likes to make things up and tease them. Even though she is pulling their leg, she really cares deeply about her people and that’s something that I can relate to. She kind of gets herself into a bit of a mess as she is making these things up because suddenly people don’t know what to believe, and when she finds a dead body in her living room, people don’t know what to do, whether (she is) telling them the truth or not.”
The Lawrence resident said it’s fun because she tells a lot of different stories throughout the show.
“I have trouble keeping it straight and my
“Agatha Christie shows shade on every character in the show,” said Loomis, who works at a bank in Noblesville. “You really don’t know who the murderer is until the end. You just know it’s not Oliver Costello because he’s the one that is dead.”
Westfield resident Jan Jamison is directing “Spider’s Web” for the second time, having previously directed it at Center Stage in Lebanon in 2017.
This is a whole new cast, except for Carmel resident Thom Johnson, who reprises his role of Elgin, the butler. However, Jamison has directed several of the cast members in other productions
Dr. Larry Adams, who lives in Hendricks County and has a practice in Zionsville, plays Inspector Lord.
“I’ve never seen or read it before,” Adams said. “I figured it was time for me to do a show. I usually try to do a couple of shows a year. I’ve worked with Jan before and Jan is great as a director, so I thought I’d like to be a part of this one, too.”
For more, visit westfieldplayhouse.org.
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63. Nasty
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7. Put on WRTV
8. Slightest bit of evidence
9. NYC neighborhood
10. Indiana state fossil
11. ___ acid
12. Free-for-all
13. Contest submission
21. “___, crackle, pop”
23. “Scram!”
25. Lots and lots
26. Indiana state snack
29. Composed a story for Current
30. Not dirty
31. “Eureka!”
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36. ___ Jones Expressway
37. Sixth sense, for short
38. Complain
40. Indiana state bird, familiarly
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