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Carmel High School grad bringing Pure Barre Studio to Westfield
By Sara Palmer news@currentinwestfield.com
Lauren Williamson still remembers her first Pure Barre class more than a decade ago.
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“It was such a different way to move my body,” she said. “It was a very positive, uplifting environment — very community-focused.”
Now, the Carmel High School graduate and mother of three is bringing that same atmosphere to downtown Westfield, where she plans to open a new Pure Barre studio this summer at Grand Junction Plaza. It will be her third location and her first built from the ground up.
“There aren’t many boutique studio offerings similar to Pure Barre in Westfield,” she said. “So, I saw that opportunity to reach the community in a new way, and specifically women.”
Williamson and her husband, Evan, grew up in Hamilton County. They met as eighth-graders while working at Conner Prairie, married in 2013, and now have three daughters, ages 5, 2 and 9 months. After college, they moved to Denver, where Lauren managed a Pure Barre studio.
“That became my community in a new city,” she said. “When we moved back, the opportunity came up to buy the Carmel and Zionsville locations, and it was just something I couldn’t turn down.”
We trade off driving to 5:45 a.m. classes — yes, we are crazy — and neither of us dares be the one to bail.”
That was a little over three years ago. Since then, she’s built a loyal following at both studios and is excited to expand into the growing Westfield area.
The new studio will be in Union Square, a brand-new mixed-use building next to Grand Junction Plaza, just off Ind. 32 and Union Street. It will occupy the ground floor, with residential apartments planned above, placing Pure Barre in the heart of downtown Westfield’s ongoing development.
Paige Horack, a Pure Barre Carmel member who lives in Westfield, is looking forward to the new studio.
“Pure Barre has been such a steady force in my life over the past few years — physically challenging, mentally grounding, and a true lifesaver after the sudden loss of my dad last spring,” she said. “My neighbor Amy, my barre bestie, got me hooked.
Pure Barre offers four class formats: Classic, Empower, Define and Align.
“When I first started, there was just one style, our Classic class, with small, controlled movements and really light equipment,” Williamson said. “Now we’ve added more. Empower is more of a cardio HIITstyle class. Define incorporates heavier weights and resistance bands. Align is moderate intensity and works on balance and flexibility.”
Horack is a fan of the location.
“I’m so excited for the new Westfield studio, especially now that they’ve added Define to the schedule the past two years,” she said. “No more juggling gym memberships — it’s everything I need in one place. It’s a fantastic addition to the community, and I can’t wait to see it thrive.”
The classes are open to all fitness levels and can be modified.
“We see women in all stages of life,” Williamson said. “I’ve done Pure Barre through three pregnancies. There are modifications to help support you along the way and postpartum as well. We also see people
recovering from injuries or looking for low-impact options. It’s still a great muscle burn, but without putting stress on your joints.”
Mental wellness is equally important, she said.
“For those 50 minutes in class, everything outside the studio just turns off,” she said. “It’s dedicated ‘me-time.’ Especially as women, we often pour into everyone else first and put ourselves last. Prioritizing yourself and movement is really powerful.”
Pure Barre Westfield will open in July, the exact date still pending. In the meantime, the studio is offering weekly pop-up classes at the Westfield Farmers Market on Thursday nights beginning at the end of June.
Westfield clients can expect the same welcoming experiences available in Williamson’s other studios.
“I have a lot of veteran teachers who will be moving over to Westfield, so it’s going to be that great, energizing class experience from day one,” she said. “We’re passionate about providing that positive space so women can feel empowered, uplifted and stronger physically and mentally.”
Follow Pure Barre Westfield on social media,@purebarrewestfield_in.
Pure Barre instructor Chelsea Buckel teaches a plank and push up series. (Photo courtesy of Lauren Williamson)
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WHS student receives
Westfield High School student Asha Adhikari is the winner of a $1,000 Hamilton County Youth Service Award scholarship.
EDUCATION
Adhikari was one of seven high school students honored at the 32nd Annual Hamilton County Youth Service Awards ceremony May 12 at the Government and Judicial Center in Noblesville.
The ceremony was sponsored by the Hamilton County Commissioners and the Hamilton County Council on Alcohol and Other Drugs as part of its ongoing effort to recognize outstanding service by youth in the community.
“Every year, I’m amazed by the passion and resilience of these young leaders,” HCCOAOD Executive Director Monica Greer stated. “Their dedication to service and their stand for a drug-free lifestyle are powerful reminders of the positive future being built right here in Hamilton County.”
Besides Adhikari, the 2025 nominees were Josh Cale, Carmel High School; Sloan Ferguson, Fishers High School; Ryan Vetor, Noblesville High School; Evan Lawhead, Hamilton Southeastern High School; Madison Bowman, Hamilton Heights High School; and Zachary Phillips, Sheridan High School. The nominees were each awarded
a $300 scholarship in recognition of their exemplary service.
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Scholarship winner Asha Adhikari, center, with, from left, Hamilton County Commissioners Steve Dillinger, Christine Altman and Mark Heirbrandt. (Photo courtesy of Tammy Sanders)
Westfield Lions award scholarships to students
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The Westfield Lions Club presented eight Westfield High School seniors with scholarships totaling $13,000 during the annual Scholarship Awards Night May 1.
EDUCATION
Ava Britton-Heitz was awarded a $2,000 Florence Benson Memorial Scholarship. Florence Benson was a well-respected and long-serving family and consumer science teacher at WHS, according to the Lions Club. She was the wife of Lion Bob Benson and mother of Lion Rodney Benson. The Benson scholarship winners are selected based on their involvement in community service — the key mission of Lions Clubs International.
The Lester Tudor Memorial Scholarship, established to honor a former principal at WHS in the 1950s and an active member of the Lions Club, was awarded to Maryn Babb. The Tudor scholarship winner is based on community service involvement.
Two Service Over Self Club scholarships were awarded to Mia Gordeau and Layla Ryan. The students went above and beyond with their involvement in the Lions and
serving others, according to the club. The Westfield Lions have worked closely with the S.O.S. Club since its inception during the pandemic.
The Trade and Vocational Scholarship and the Don Russel Career Development Scholarship are awarded to students interested in pursuing degrees and certifications at schools other than traditional colleges and universities. The Don Russel scholarship was named in honor of one of the club’s most influential Lions in its 95-year history. Russel’s involvement in the Westfield Lions Club resulted in developing the Club into the successful organization it is today, according to the club, particularly his involvement in creating the semi-annual Poker for Sight
Westfield Lions Club scholarship recipients are, from left, Will Harvey, Anthony Derbique, Layla Ryan and Caleb Brannies. (Photo courtesy of Westfield Lions Club)
tournament that awards hundreds of thousands of dollars in grants, scholarships and donations.
Recipients were Caleb Brannies and Anthony Derbique.
The Lions also awarded $500 each to a male and female athlete of the year. Those awards were granted to Will Harvey and Addie Kooi.
Besides the scholarship awards, new member Rob Grinder was inducted into the club by past District Governor Bob Benson. Sponsored by Lion President Bill Nesbitt, Grinder is the club’s 69th member.
Learn about the Westfield Lions Club and how to become a member at westfieldlions.org.
DISPATCHES
Brave the Barricades in Westfield — The City of Westfield recently launched the Brave the Barricades campaign to encourage residents and visitors to support local businesses by offering incentives for visiting businesses affected by the closure of Ind. 32. The City of Westfield and the Downtown Westfield Association have partnered with local businesses in a stamp campaign. At the end of each month through October, participants will be eligible to win $200 in gift cards. Learn more at 32connects. com/barricades.
Take charge of clutter in Westfield —
Professional home organizer Cindy Garloch will host an interactive workshop with practical solutions for tackling household clutter and maintaining order at 10 a.m. June 21 at the Westfield Washington Township Building, 17400 Westfield Blvd. Attendees will walk away with actionable strategies to create a more functional home. Registration is $24. Register by June 20 at westfieldwashingtontwp.us under the program registration/special events tab.
Parking adjusted for downtown
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
Construction on Ind. 32 through downtown Westfield entered a new phase May 12.
CONSTRUCTION
Widening of Ind. 32 began in April. In the next phase, Ind. 32 will remain open for east-west traffic east of Union Street, but access to parking lots for local businesses is limited to south Cherry Street. Parking from Cherry Street serves Jan’s Village Pizza; Gringtino’s; Turn the Page; Ben’s BBQ Shack; Field Brewing; Four Finger Distillery; The Wine Vault; and Picasso Imports.
South Cherry Street can be accessed from Roosevelt Street, College Avenue and 171st Street.
INDOT said other access points may be open periodically.
The construction is part of 32 Connects, a joint-project between INDOT and the City of Westfield to add travel lanes in both directions between Westfield Boulevard/ Poplar Street and Timberbrook Run, including the addition of a roundabout at East Street and Ind. 32.
Crews work on Ind. 32 and Union Street May 12. (Photo by Marney Simon)
The city and INDOT entered a cost-sharing agreement for the $22 million project in 2018. Construction will take place in multiple phases. Reconstruction of Ind. 32 west of Union Street, as well as the southern half of Ind. 32 east of Union Street, will be reconstructed in 2025. The remainder of the project is slated for completion in 2026.
Residents can find real-time updates, detailed detour maps and additional project resources at 32Connects.
The intersection of Ind. 32 and Union remains closed.
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Adams promoted at WPD
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Westfield Police Department Capt. Billy Adams has been promoted to assistant chief of administration,
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effective May 1. Adams takes over the role of Assistant Chief Scott Jordan, who announced his retirement from the WPD after 29 years — including 16 years as assistant chief — in April.
“Change is difficult under any circumstance, but when you’re following in the footsteps of someone who has faithfully served the community for nearly 30 years, the challenge is even greater,” WPD Chief Shawn Keen stated. “The City of Westfield and our department are deeply grateful for Assistant Chief Jordan’s enduring dedication and leadership. We are also thankful to Assistant Chief Adams for stepping up to continue that legacy of excellence and integrity.”
Adams has served with WPD for more than 17 years in varying roles, including patrolman, patrol sergeant, patrol lieu-
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tenant and public information officer. He has a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Saint Leo University in Florida and is a graduate of the Police Executive Leadership Academy, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Leadership Academy and the Hamilton County Leadership Academy. He will attend the FBI National Academy in his new role. Besides municipal policing, Adams has served as an officer with the U.S. Army Military Police and spent three years with the police force for the Department of Defense.
“I am honored to step into the role of assistant chief of police to continue serving Westfield,” Adams stated. “Westfield is a remarkable community, and I am committed to working alongside our dedicated officers and staff to continue providing exceptional service and building strong community relationships. I look forward to the opportunities and challenges ahead as we strive to keep Westfield safe and welcoming for everyone.”
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Westfield man charged with burglary
A man suspected of burglarizing a home in Westfield is facing a felony charge of residential entry.
The Westfield Police Department received a call around 9:30 p.m. May 7 for a report of a burglary in progress at a home in the 4100 block of Tarpon Bay Dr. The homeowner reported that an unknown adult male had unlawfully entered the residence, according to a news release. The suspect fled the area on foot before officers arrived. According to the release, the suspect was found near Ind. 32 and Carey Road.
Jon Pastorius, 33, of Westfield was transported to the Hamilton County Jail and charged with one felony count of residential entry and one misdemeanor count of public intoxication. Pastorius was taken into custody without incident, according to the release.
DISPATCHES
Public art survey open — The City of Westfield has partnered with GANGGANG — an Indianapolis-based cultural development firm that activates the creative economy to focus on beauty, equity, and culture in cities — to commission a new public artwork that reflects the community’s identity and vision. A public survey is open through May 20 that will help shape the project, ensuring it meets the needs of Westfield’s residents. Take the survey at form.typeform. com/to/Lnqoanvb.
Memorial Day celebration — The City of Westfield will host its annual Memorial Day ceremony at 6:30 p.m. May 21 near the Fallen Hoosier Heroes Memorial, 401 N. Union St. Parking is available at Christ United Methodist Church and Westfield High School with a complimentary shuttle provided to transport guests to and from the ceremony location. The outdoor event is free and open to the public. RSVP at tinyurl. com/3ktenp8e.
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Consistency key to Tigers’ shortstop’s successful senior season
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Fishers High School senior baseball player Huston Dunn credits consistency as his biggest improvement this season.
“I feel I’m more consistent at the plate, producing more for my team,” said Dunn, a shortstop.
“I’m being productive in the field as well, letting my teammates depend on me. When the ball is coming to me, they know what is going to happen.”
As of May 13, Dunn was hitting .375 with 11 runs batted in for the Tigers. A four-year starter, he hit .279 as a junior, .316 as a sophomore and .235 as a freshman.
“Huston is a tremendous leader in our program who never lets the highs take him too high or the lows take him down too low,” Fishers coach Matthew Cherry said. “He loves the game, and it shows in everything he does on the field.”
HUSTON DUNN
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Cherry said.
Cherry said Dunn plays with a lot of positivity.
in 2022 and 2024 — and in the first round in 2023.
“I have a good feeling about this year,” he said. “Our teamwork and how we bond is different from years past. We’re a senior-heavy group and that helps us because there is something on the line for all of us. When it comes to the playoffs, it’s win or go home. We play for each other.”
Dunn played football through his sophomore year and saw some varsity action as a backup quarterback as a sophomore.
“I gave up football to concentrate on baseball,” Dunn said. “It helped me get my Ball State offer because it helped me play in the fall and get more exposure.”
Dunn, who wants to major in business, committed to Ball State University early in his junior year.
Cherry said Dunn has made huge strides as a hitter, being in position to hit all pitches on both sides of the plate and spreading the ball all over the field.
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“Huston has a high baseball IQ and a great understanding of where to be on defense, reading balls off the bat to put himself in great position to field and throw,”
“Even when things do not go his way, his smile and joy for the game is keeping him focused and engaged on the next pitch, next play and next at-bat,” Cherry said. “In addition, Huston’s approach at the plate where he is putting himself in a great position to hit all pitches on both sides of the plate has helped him tremendously. He is not trying to be so perfect on his swing but is willing to pull a ball down the line or stay on a pitch and drive it the other way.”
In Dunn’s first three seasons, the Tigers lost in the sectional championship twice —
“I wanted to stay close to home because I wanted my family to watch me play,” Dunn said. “All the coaches were super friendly and welcoming. They made me feel wanted. It felt like home from the first time I stepped on campus.”
Dunn’s brother, Carson, is a 2023 FHS graduate who plays football for Indiana State University.
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Fishers High School senior shortstop Huston Dunn is a four-year starter. (Photo courtesy of Dunn family)
DISPATCHES
State K-9 retires — Indiana State Capitol Police recently announced the retirement of K-9 Krieg after 10 years as an explosives detection dog. In his tenure, K-9 Krieg and his partner/ handler Corp. Michael Sarchet enhanced safety for events such as the Indy 500, Indiana State Fair, Monumental Marathon and events at the Indiana State Capitol. K-9 Krieg will spend his retirement with the Sarchet family.
Deadline extended for online public workshop — The City of Westfield is seeking feedback for the update of the city’s comprehensive plan. The deadline for residents to participate online has been extended to May 23. Participate in the workshop at tinyurl.com/3jkdxxrt.
Summer Badge Camp — Girl Scout Troop 1887 from Carmel will host a Summer Badge Camp for girls ages 5 through 10 this summer. The weeklong, half-day camp will be from 8 a.m. to noon July 14 through 18 at the Carmel Lion’s Club. The camp is a fundraiser for the troop’s Gold Award projects, the highest honor a Girl Scout can achieve. Campers will earn five badges during the week: mechanical engineering; outdoor arts; performance; democracy; and citizenship. Activities are hands-on, creative and designed to inspire curiosity and confidence. The camp is open to all girls. Early bird registration is open through May 21, with a discounted rate of $150 per participant. Learn more at my.cheddarup.com/c/ troop1887-summer-badge-camp/items.
Riverview Health recognized — Riverview Health recently received the 5-Star AchieveWELL designation through the Wellness Council of Indiana. The Wellness Council of Indiana developed the AchieveWELL program to assist employers in creating a corporate culture that encourages and supports employee health through workplace wellness efforts. AchieveWELL meets organizations where they are and guides them to the next level of well-being by using tools, templates and personal coaching to help deliver comprehensive and consistent workplace well-being efforts. Riverview Health will be recognized at the 2025 Indiana Wellness Summit Sept. 11 at Embassy Suites by Hilton in Noblesville. For more, visit riverview.org.
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Author contest winners announced in Westfield
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The Westfield Library Foundation recently announced the winners of the 2025 Children’s Book Writing
LIBRARY NEWS
Contest. The contest, held in conjunction with Library Appreciation week, centered on the theme, “A Night at the New Library.”
The first-place winner in the adult category was Karen Reist for her piece, “Psst! William Bret, Over Here!”
“We are blessed to have such a gem at our disposal,” Reist stated. “I wanted my story to celebrate this treasure, so I wove a variety of characters into my story, hoping they’ll evoke memories of readers’ favorite books and remind readers that our imaginations are limitless.”
magic of books is eternal,” Hensel stated. Westfield Intermediate School fifth-grader Anna Rabadi was the winner in the children’s category with her piece, “A Night at the New Library.”
In the teen category, Ainsley Hensel, a student at University High School in Carmel, won for her work, “The Reading Harbor.”
“I wanted to capture the feeling of books being a safe place and the idea that the
“I was surprised and excited when I heard the news. It was really fun writing my story,” Rabadi stated.
The winners will have their books published and receive a cash prize. A shelving ceremony will be held to commemorate their work. Second place in the adult category was Samuel and Mindi Glenn. For “Raccoon Raucous.” Third place was awarded to “A Night in the Library” by Maggie Hoover.
In the teen category, second place was awarded to “What Happens at Night When the Library is Closed” by Veronica Amaya. Third place went to “Rolling Through the Library” by Kinleigh Bounds. Second place in the children’s category was London Reichel with “A Magical Night at the Library.” Third place was awarded to “The Library Never Sleeps” by Cole McCrory.
Westfield author releases healing journey memoir
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
Teresa Howard of Westfield took back her “power.” And now, she’s sharing it with the community.
LITERATURE
Howard recently hosted a book release event at Westfield Washington Public Library for her book, “The Power of Cancer: A Journey of Hope and Faith” — a memoir that highlights the strength she found in her faith following a diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. The book outlines how her cancer diagnosis became a catalyst for spiritual growth and offers perspective to readers on overcoming adversity.
Howard was diagnosed in May 2020. Through the course of 10 months, she underwent 111 tests, scans, procedures, treatments and surgeries. She was inspired to
write her story and title it “The Power of Cancer” to focus not on her illness, but on the power it gave her to lean into her faith.
“The Power of Cancer: A Journey of Hope and Faith,” published by Christian Faith Publishing, is available at bookstores and online at Amazon, the Apple iTunes store and Barnes and Noble.
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Westfield author Teresa Howard, center, with her family during her book launch event recently in Westfield. (Photo by Marney Simon)
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Roundnet championship coming to Grand Park
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The eighth annual Spikeball College Roundnet Championship is set for May 24-25 at Grand Park Sports Campus.
Roundnet is a team sport where players bounce a ball off a roundshaped net into the opposing team’s court.
Traditional roundnet matchups are played by two teams of two. Schools that enter the Spikeball College Roundnet Championship send their top 10 players in five matchups. Schools must win at least three out of the five matchups to win the championship.
“Grand Park is the perfect stage for the Spikeball College Roundnet Championship,” Spikeball Sports Marketing Manager Joelle Nguyen stated. “We’re excited for this year’s competition, showcasing both experienced schools and hungry newcomers battling it out for the top spot.”
Participating teams competed in several local competitions leading up to the
championship. The championship round is sponsored in part by the Hamilton County Sports Authority.
“The Hamilton County Sports Authority team is dedicated to supporting innovative events like the Spikeball College Roundnet Championship,” Hamilton County Sports Authority Director Carl Daniels stated. Learn more at Tournaments.Spikeball. com.
The Spikeball College Roundnet Championship is May 24 and 25 at Grand Park in Westfield. (File photo)
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Westfield farmers market kicks off summer season at Grand Junction Plaza
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
The City of Westfield is off to market.
The Westfield Farmers Market, presented by Duke Energy, kicked off the season at Grand Junction Plaza May 8, welcoming hundreds of visitors to downtown.
Weekly vendors for the Thursday-evening market sell a variety of goods including locally raised meat; cheese; baked goods; pet supplies; jerky; locally sourced honey; lemonade and cotton candy; produce; and unique artisan goods. Food trucks also are on-site.
Westfield Market Manager Molly O’Connor said the open-air farmers market embodies the spirit of the Westfield community.
“Westfield is such a family-friendly and community-focused city, and the farmer’s market really facilitates a lot of opportunities for that to happen,” she said. “We always see a lot of families and friends coming out to see each other, which is always really special. They then get to connect with the vendors and learn about their businesses and what they offer. It’s always very fun to watch all the people
that it brings together.”
O’Connor said each market will have about a dozen more vendors than the 2024 market. She said there also are more vendors overall, since some are only signed up biweekly or once a month.
“This is such an important time to re-
ally be supporting small businesses and shopping local,” O’Connor said. “All of the products here are so unique and high quality and (they are) things that you can’t get anywhere else. It’s a really fun experience and it’s in a beautiful place. There’s also so much awesome stuff that you can shop
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
The City of Westfield has planned a full line-up of summer events at Grand Junction Plaza, with activities for people of all ages.
Besides the weekly farmers market, events include outdoor fitness classes, hands-on nature programs, concerts, games and movie nights.
“Our city is fortunate to have a park and venue as fantastic as Grand Junction Plaza,” Mayor Scott Willis stated. “My family and I are looking forward to getting out to enjoy the beautiful weather and support local businesses at our great events, and I hope yours will too.”
Events include:
CREEK STOMPS
Staff from the Westfield Department of Parks and Recreation will lead the exploration of Grassy Branch on Thursdays June 5 through July 31, excluding July 3. Attend-
ees will learn about watersheds, invasive species, ecosystems and wildlife native to the area. An adaptive and accessible Creek Stomp experience is also available. Tickets are $5 per person and space is limited. Register at tinyurl.com/53m6emfh.
JAMS AT THE JUNCTION
Westfield’s outdoor concert series returns June 6 with Doogie Hazzard. The summer lineup includes The 1985 June 27; Groovesmash July 25; The Flying Toasters Aug. 8; and Fleetwood Gold Aug. 15. Food trucks and shuttle service will be available.
KIDS SUMMER SERIES
At 10 a.m. every Tuesday in June and July, excluding July 1, kids of all ages are invited to Grand Junction Plaza for music, face painting and play. The series includes Mr. Mik — Jump for Joy June 10, July 15 and July 29; Mr. Dan the Music Man June 17
and July 8; TAG Art Dinosaurs June 24; and Magician Rusty Ammerman July 22.
MOVIES IN THE PLAZA
Family-friendly movies on the Great Lawn at Grand Junction Plaza include Cars May 28; Moana 2 June 25; Despicable Me 4 July 30; and Star Wars: The Force Awakens Aug. 27. Movies begin promptly at 7:30 p.m.
WORKOUT WEDNESDAYS
The Westfield Parks & Recreation Department is teaming up with The Yoga Studio and Jazzercise for Workout Wednesdays on select Wednesdays throughout the summer. The all-level fitness classes are open to participants 12 and older. Formats include Slow Flow Yoga with The Yoga Studio or Move to the Music with Jazzercise. Advanced registration is $5 and can be purchased at tinyurl. com/4ys6mr4t.
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O’Connor said the closures through downtown Westfield as INDOT expands Ind. 32 presents a challenge for organizers, vendors and marketgoers, but one that can be overcome with a little patience.
“We so appreciate the community’s flexibility and willingness to figure out what’s changing and how to still get here,” she said. “(We) communicate as much as we can about what’s going on and what’s closed and alternate routes, but we do understand that it creates temporary difficulty. But, all of the construction is to better the area and add more fun things for people, so we just appreciate that people are still willing to be flexible and hopefully they’re as excited as we are for what all of the construction is going to look like once it’s done.”
The farmers market is from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursdays through Sept. 4, excluding July 3. Find weekly vendor lineups at westfieldin.gov/433/Westfield-Farmers-Market.
ON THE COVER: Sixty vendors and live music welcome visitors to the first farmers market of the season in Westfield May 8. (Photo by Marney Simon)
WIFFLE BALL AT THE PLAZA
Swing for the fences during a series of free, family-friendly clinics hosted by the Westfield Parks & Recreation Department from 10 to 11 a.m. June 11, July 9 and July 23. Sessions include light stretching, basic skill-building and a lively game of wiffle ball on the Meadow Lawn field next to the playground. Reserve a spot at tinyurl. com/36xdc267.
OWL PELLET DISSECTION AT THE PLAZA
Find out what owls really eat at a special educational event from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. June 18 and July 16. Children 5 and older will explore the fascinating world of barn owls through guided pellet dissections. Each participant will receive an owl pellet, gloves and all necessary tools to examine real evidence of an owl’s diet. Tickets are $5 and are available at tinyurl. com/yp4k9452.
Visitors attend the Westfield farmers market May 8. (Photo by Marney Simon)
Dwellane: Revolutionizing Indianapolis real estate
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Dwellane, a new real estate platform, aims to reimagine the traditional home buying and selling experience by prioritizing the consumer and emphasizing neighborhood exploration.
PROPERTY
Founded by Sam Hawkins, an Indianapolis real estate agent with decades of experience, Dwellane seeks to provide a more community-centered approach to real estate transactions.
Hawkins grew up around real estate, witnessing his father, Tucker Hawkins, who was the longest-serving manager for F.C. Tucker Co., practice real estate with what he describes as integrity and trustworthiness. The experience shaped his view that real estate success is “not transactional, but relational.”
Dwellane differentiates itself from national real estate platforms by focusing on a “hyper-local exploration of neighborhoods curated by our team,” according to
Hawkins. Unlike platforms that Hawkins said are “built to sell leads — they’re B2B companies where the customer is the agent, not the buyer,” Dwellane aims to “empower people to make better decisions” by integrating neighborhood knowledge, community details and lifestyle tags like “foodie favorites.”
“Most platforms start with a map and a price filter. We start with a place,” Hawkins said. “At Dwellane, you can explore from metro area to region to neighborhood.”
Hawkins said each neighborhood page is “handcrafted” with boundaries drawn, photos taken, copy written and tags added for things like parks, arts and culture, or local eateries.
“You’re not just buying a house. You’re learning how you might live there,” Hawkins said.
Hawkins said community involvement is a cornerstone of Dwellane’s mission.
“We support the community in ways that go beyond real estate,” he said.
Dwellane integrates “Things to Do” into its map, featuring local restaurants and attractions. The platform sponsors local
buyers and sellers. (Screenshot / Dwellane.com)
organizations and events, such as the Holliday Park Ice Rink, First Baptist Athletics’ opening day for youth baseball and softball, and Conner Prairie, where it serves as the Official Membership Sponsor.
“Community is at the center of both the homebuying process and what we do as a company,” Hawkins said.
Hawkins said Dwellane’s approach is unique. He shared an example of its approach in assisting a family relocating
from Germany to Carmel.
“They could see real photos, read about local schools and understand the character of each neighborhood before they even booked a flight,” Hawkins said.
The family eventually settled in Cherry Creek Estates after differentiating between east and west Carmel on Dwellane.
Dwellane empowers consumers with a “Buyer Blueprint,” which simplifies the home buying process with clear steps. To achieve this, Dwellane partners with local lenders, inspectors, and title agents.
“We focus on quality information over quantity,” Hawkins said. “The goal is simple: No surprises and more confidence.”
Hawkins highlighted the use of SMS notifications as another key feature.
Users can receive instant text alerts about new listings and share them with their agent or friends.
Looking ahead, Dwellane plans to expand within Indiana, including cities such as West Lafayette and Bloomington.
“We’ll stay rooted in what makes Dwellane special: local knowledge, trusted partnerships, and a customer-first mindset,” Hawkins said.
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Bowdie’s Chophouse opening
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
Fast cars and sizzling steak is the newest partnership in Creekside Corporate Park in Zionsville.
RESTAURANT
Bowdie’s Chophouse, 10814 Creek Way, Suite 2, is slated to open by the end of the month. With the addition of Zionsville and a restaurant in Savannah, Ga., later this year, Bowdie’s will have six restaurants in four states.
Founder-owner Scott Bowdish opened his first restaurant in Saugatuck, Mich. in 2014. Bowdish previously owned more than 30 cellular phone stores across the Chicagoland area, but decided to open a chophouse — his favorite food for dining out — when he realized there was not a decent steakhouse near his Michigan vacation home.
Bowdie’s Chophouse General Manager Bradley Phelps said Zionsville was chosen specifically to be a neighbor to 1986 Indianapolis 500 winner Bobby Rahal’s Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing headquarters.
“Bobby Rahal used to go up to Saugatuck and he and Scott Bowdish made a friendship,” Phelps said. “When they wanted to put a restaurant in here, the story is that we were the first call that Bobby made, and it’s kind of gone from there.”
Phelps said visitors to the new restaurant can expect an upscale dining experience that is hospitality focused.
“They should see a staff that is all working for the guest coming in,” he said. “This is a different level and a different style.
We have this very upscale vibe. We’re very stylish in our interior.”
Phelps said while preparing to open the Zionsville restaurant, he’ visited other Bowdie’s Cophouses in Sagatuck, Lansing and Grand Rapids, Mich., and Hilton Head, S.C. He said while the locations range in size, they all specialize in attention to detail.
“One of the things I noticed was the teamwork,” he said. “If a hostess wasn’t busy, she would come back and help run the food. All of the waiters and waitresses, the bartenders, they were all helping reset the tables to make sure the guests were taken care of and didn’t have to wait. It’s a different level of hospitality.”
Phelps said the menu includes large items — such as a 48-ounce Porterhouse and 36-ounce Tomahawk ribeye — designed to share. The menu also will feature shrimp cocktail.
And, he said, staff will represent the local culinary scene.
“There will be a lot of familiar faces to restaurant veterans that will be helping open the restaurant and that will be here as part of our team,” he said. “There will be a couple of people that I’ve managed to snag away from some other known joints that (might create) a reaction when people see them behind our bar or in our dining room. A little teaser there.”
The Zionsville restaurant will have the same menu as the Bowdie’s Chophouse Grand Rapids location, with plans to adjust it for local preferences in the next three to six months.
Learn more at bowdieschophouse.com.
Bowdie’s Chophouse will open its Zionsville location, 10814 Creek Way, Suite 2, in late May. (Rendering courtesy of Bowdies Chophouse)
Leno, Newton among newcomers to Center Presents schedule
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
The 2025-26 Center Presents schedule includes popular returnees and legendary newcomers.
PERFORMANCES
There are 59 Center Presents performances at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Most are at the Payne & Mencias Palladium.
“We’ve left room to add 10 to 12 more through the season, which we always do because there are always some artists who haven’t announced they are touring,” said Jeff McDermott, the Allied Solutions Center president and CEO. “We don’t want to close the opportunity to book additional artists. It’s always interesting who becomes available. In years past, we’ve had people like Sting and John Legend who get announced midseason because they weren’t available when we were booking. Each year we have great headliners, some who have been here before and some that are new. Some are traditions for us.”
Two performers set to appear in the special events portion at the Palladium for the first time are Jay Leno (Sept. 27) and Wayne Newton (Feb. 14).
The 2026 jazz series portion features returnees Chris Botti (March 6) and the Branford Marsalis Quartet (March 20)
The pop/rock series includes Burton Cummings of the Guess Who Aug. 10 and Roger McGuinn of The Byrds, Sept. 13. McGuinn will perform in The Tarkington.
Others in 2026 include Chris Thile (April 10), The Electric Orchestra Experience (May 2) and Jake Shimabukuro (May 8)
“Jay is one we’ve wanted for a long time and never had the opportunity to have,” McDermott said. “Wayne Newton has a unique following. He’s had a very long career as a singer, as a Las Vegas performer, as an actor. He’s iconic and synonymous with Las Vegas.”
McDermott said two popular returnees are Herb Alpert and The Tijuana Brass Aug. 7, and David Foster and Katharine McPhee Dec. 2. Both shows sold out on previous visits.
Samara Joy will make first Palladium appearance Nov. 14.
“She’s probably one of the hottest young jazz singers around,” McDermott said. “She could be winning Grammys for pretty much everything she does.”
‘I’m a big fan of Jake Shimabukuro, who can do things with the ukulele that no one else in the world can do,” McDermott said. “He’s just an amazing talent.”
David Foster and Katharine McPhee will perform Dec. 2 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium. (Photo courtesy of Allied Solutions Center)
could go out and play harmonica on the stage and we’d sell tickets. People just love going to shows during the holidays. We’re bringing in far better talent than I could provide.”
In addition to Foster and McPhee, the series includes Jon McLaughlin & Friends, Dec. 5, Dave Koz & Friends, Dec. 12 and Chris Isaak, Dec. 13.
The Songbook series includes Michael Morrison (Oct. 17); Joshua Henry (March 13); Mandy Patinkin (April 9); and Michael Feinstein (April 17). As the artistic director for the Allied Solutions Center and Songbook Foundation founder, Feinstein performs his annual concert April 17.
“We’re bringing back the Philharmonic Orchestra with Ray Chen (Jan. 30), which is remarkable,” McDermott said. “The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra is probably as well-known, popular and respected an orchestra as there is anywhere in the world.
There are several returnees in the holiday series. The holiday series is always a special one for us. I always joke that I
“Jon McLaughlin and Dave Koz are becoming traditions for us. We have them back every year,” McDermott said.
McDermott said “Choir! Choir! Choir!” will be a unique show Oct. 2
“It’s literally a sing-along with the audience,” McDermott said. “We’ve never done anything quite like that and I think it will be really interesting. `Bugs Bunny at the Symphony’ (Nov. 1-2) will be a fun, unique show. The Peking Acrobats (Feb. 26) have been with us before and (are) always a crowd pleaser.”
The Live at the Center series will be renamed Local Mix Music Series and will be available live and livestreamed.
“We’re really excited top to bottom on this one,” McDermott said. “It’s our 15th anniversary season. We’ll have some other surprises during the season to mark our crystal anniversary.”
For a full schedule, visit thecenterpresents.org.
‘THE LITTLE MERMAID’
“The Little Mermaid” runs May 22 to July 13 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com.
LIVE AT THE CENTER
Sadie Johnson performs in the Live at the Center series at 7:30 p.m. May 21 at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Tickets are $10 or register for a free livestream at thecenterpresents.org.
FEINSTEIN’S CABARET
Freeform Concerts features Marina City with Starlite Lounge and Chris Carney at 7 p.m. May 21 at Feinstein’s at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.
‘PHANTOM OF THE OPERA’
The Indianapolis Ballet Conservatory presents “The Phantom of the Opera” at 7 p.m. May 23, and at 4 and 7 p.m. May 24 at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit cidedance.org.
‘CINDERELLA’
Metropolitan Youth Ballet’s production of “Cinderella” is at 7:30 p.m. May 23 and 2 p.m. May 24 at the STAR Bank Performing Arts Center in Zionsville. For more, visit my.at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit my-ballet.org.
DISPATCH
Free presentation to feature disability advocate - A consultant who conducted an accessibility audit at Carmel’s Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts will share ideas for accommodating people with disabilities in a free public presentation at 11 a.m. May 28 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium. Born without hands and unable to walk, Ryan Hudson-Peralta hasn’t let his disability stop him from becoming a father, husband, designer, inventor, actor, business owner, international speaker and disability advocate for more than 30 years. His consulting agency, Equal Accessibility, offers ideas and tools for businesses to provide inclusive experiences for their disabled guests and team members.
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Actress embraces ‘Wit’ role
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Beverly Roche enjoys memorizing lines. She even does it for fun when she’s not preparing for a part.
PLAY
That’s a good thing because she has plenty of lines as Vivian in the play, “Wit.”
“It’s a very challenging piece because the person who plays Vivian never leaves the stage and pretty much controls the timing of the piece,” the Indianapolis resident said.
Roche said it’s a beautiful human story.
Main Street Productions presents “Wit” May 29 to June 8 at Basile Westfield Playhouse.
Indianapolis resident Becky Schlomann and Geist-area resident Eric Bryant are co-directors.
“The main character, Vivian, an English professor, gets diagnosed with terminal ovarian cancer,” Schlomann said. “So, it’s the story of her death. I think it does a really great job of taking us on the journey of highs and lows and kind of everything in between.”
Schlomann said people don’t really talk about death in their daily lives.
“This is a chance not just to talk about it but to explore it and dive into it in a way that’s relatable and powerful,” she said.
Bryant submitted the play as an option to Main Street Productions even though he had never seen the play or the movie.
“But I’ve read the play a few times and it’s always really spoken to me about the need for connection and the need for humanity,” he said.
Bryant said the play gives people a chance to explore things that are important to them.
“The ideas are heady, but it’s written so precisely that the things you think would be hard emotionally are right there, they are built into the script,” Roche said. “You can’t help being affected by the material. It’s not like a Shakespearean drama where you die on the stage and there’s all this work you have to do. She does deliver a lot of soliloquies like a Shakespearean drama, but the progression is written in such a natural way. The things she says are so intimate that for me, it hasn’t been a big struggle to tap into those emotional feelings.”
Roche saw the play at the Phoenix Theatre several years ago. She appreciates how it deals with death.
“You feel uplifted even though the information is heavy,” Roche said. “It’s very sweet without being sappy.”
Indianapolis resident Mark Kamish plays Dr. Kelekian. He said his character is most concerned with the science. Kamish said Susie the nurse is a medical professional who shows compassion.
Westfield resident Becca Bartley, who plays Susie, said it’s a relatable piece because most everyone has some sort of interaction with cancer.
“I had a conversation with someone recently that since they were diagnosed with cancer, they are not themselves,” Bartley said. “This piece really reflects that. I love this character because Susie is the face of humanity and brings dignity to Vivian’s death and her life as a cancer patient. It is so easy to stick a patient number on someone and in reality that individual is a human who has value.”
For more, visit westfieldplayhouse.org.
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‘Mermaid’ role suits HSE grad
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Craig Underwood figures he was made for this part.
MUSICAL
The 2000 Hamilton Southeastern High School graduate plays Chef Louis in “The Little Mermaid” May 22 to July 13 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis.
“Chef Louis is an over-the-top, larger-than-life foodie,” Underwood said. “I’m basically playing myself with a French accent. The role is incredibly fun to play. Chef Louis has a great little song in Act 2 and creates a bit of chaos due to his extreme passion for seafood. I’ll be getting quite the workout during the run of the show.”
Underwood has portrayed many different characters at Beef & Boards. He said some of his favorites are Gangster No. 1 in “The Drowsy Chaperone;” Ghost of Christmas Present in “A Christmas Carol;” Murray in “The Odd Couple;” and Tito Merelli in “Lend Me A Tenor.”
“I now live in New York City, which has opened up a lot of opportunities in performing,” he said.
“My parents and sister are still living on the north side of Indianapolis, so they love when I get to perform at Beef & Boards. Acting is my full-time gig, and I have been lucky to have some consistent work regionally. I spent most of last year performing in Wisconsin. I also teach theater classes, work as a model and serve at a restaurant between productions.”
Underwood had the opportunity to direct and choreograph a production of “The Little Mermaid” in 2023.
“I was also in a different hourlong adaptation with the Pyramid Players at Beef & Boards back in 2016,” he said.
At HSE, Underwood performed in musicals and show choir. A cello player, he also participated in the wind ensemble, jazz band, marching band and winter guard.
For more, visit beefandboards.com
‘Phantom’ returns to IBC
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Indiana Ballet Conservatory’s presentation of “The Phantom of the Opera” was an resounding success in 2024
PERFORMANCES
“Last year, it was nearly sold out, but not like two months in advance like this year,” IBC founding Artistic Director Alyona Yakovleva said. “It’s great even though our parents couldn’t buy enough tickets soon enough.”
The three sold-out performances are set for May 23-24 at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. The Tarkington has 500 seats.
Morgan Rust, who grew up in Noblesville, returns in the role of Christine. She will join the Finish National Ballet for the 2025-26 season.
Carmel resident Luke Derksen, who attends Indiana University, returns as Raoul, and Justin Hamilton, a former Carmel resident now at the Joffrey Ballet in Chicago, portrays the Phantom. All three are former IBC students.
IBC will take the show on the road at 7 p.m. June 7 at Eagles Theatre at the Honeywell Arts and Entertainment Center in
From left, Justin Hamilton, Morgan Rust and Luke Derksen appear in the Indiana Ballet Conservatory’s production of “The Phantom of the Opera.” (Photo courtesy of IBC)
Wabash. Derksen and Hamilton will reprise their roles, and Indianapolis resident Ashlie Rohan will be featured as Christine.
IBC’s Summer Intensive for ages 9 and older is set for June 23 to July 25, and participants have options of two, three or five weeks. The Young Dancer Summer Intensive for ages 6 and older is set for 9 a.m. to noon June 2-20. The Fairytale Days Summer Camp for ages 3-5 is scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon June 2-20.
The IBC school year starts Aug. 11.
For more, visit indianaballetconservatory.org.
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Fear of losing a narrative
Commentary by Terry Anker
The Super Bowl is over and most of us have moved on. The outcome was met with resistance by those whose team did not prevail and with jubilation from those who emerged victorious. It is the nature of competition. Armchair quarterbacks opine and cast allegations of unfairness and cheating. The quality and application of the rules is questioned, and the fans of the opposition and their mothers are called ugly names in frustration.
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American politics is a global sport. Our leaders get as much or more press in London as they might get at home. Whether we have shaped an opinion of them as reckless or bold, the world’s view likewise is forming. Reactions to Vice President J.D. Vance’s recent speech admonishing the Western democracies to defend free speech range from a humbling, “We deserve to hear it,” to a belligerently defiant tone.
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EU leadership mustn’t give the U.S. the satisfaction of being right on this or other matters. Is admitting one’s own narrative false and another’s correct akin to having something precious taken from us? Are our eagerly aggressive and self-destructive acts only in defense of that which we believe rightly belongs to us? Among the EU’s television talking heads are those who argue seeking a new partnership/ alliance with China to manipulate the U.S. into a weaker negotiating position with Europe — the long-term marriage between the nations be damned. The fact that China is a known imperial power with an English axe to grind likewise matters not.
Finding calm and clearing one’s head is important. But so, too, is restraining one’s anger and giving others the satisfaction that they deserve. Losing a narrative may seem like losing a limb, but is it really?
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‘Do their jobs’ sentiment hypocritical
Editor,
The letter (recent) by dem (Democrat) Shelley Carey that “voters and representatives need to do their jobs” is typical hypocrisy since we did overwhelmingly vote in favor of President Trump and the Republican representatives who have been trying to do their jobs but getting stupid resistance from the same liberals who let our borders get trampled by 14 million illegal immigrants, destroyed our military with crazy wokism that resulted in abandoning sensitive equip-
ment and 13 soldiers in Afghanistan, made a mockery of the justice system with AG’s bought by (George) Soros who only wanted to go after Trump instead of repeat felons, and now have the gall to allow liberal politicians and media to call for taking out Trump and supporting terrorist protesters after they imprisoned innocent people for Jan. 6. Hypocrites should fix what they see in the mirror.
Chris Schmidt, Westfield
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