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HSE board OKs homeless policy language By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com In a split vote Sept. 9, the Hamilton Southeastern Schools Corp. Board of Trustees voted to change the wording of a policy related to students without stable housing from “Homeless Children” to “Children Experiencing Homelessness.” The issue first came up in August, when the Orr language change came before the full board after it was discussed by the policy committee. Board Member Ben Orr expressed concern at that time about the new wording, stating that it was language promoted by an advocacy group and was part of a larger activism culture. Other board members said the language change is less stigmatizing for the children involved. After some debate, the policy was sent back to the committee for further consideration. It returned Sept. 9 with the new wording intact and expanded throughout the policy, not just in the title. Orr made a motion to amend it back to the original wording. He read a lengthy prepared statement after handing out documents with links for further reference. He objected to the person-first wording, which he said is “politically preferred.”
“It treats hardship as something that happens to a person rather than something that a person can still have some control over,” he said. “When we tell young people they are mainly products of circumstance, we describe them as passengers in their own lives. If they had no real control (over) how they arrived, they are also being told they have no real control over how to leave.” Orr cited statistics Schooley about youth who became homeless due to their own violent acts, substance abuse and behavior. “They do not make every student, every homeless student, an offender,” he said. “They do not erase a first grader in a family shelter who did nothing except grow up in instability. They do show that it is possible for a young person’s own choices to be part of the story. When that is true, it is still sad. It is also reason not to rewrite the policy as if no student ever had any responsibility or the ability to make a different choice.” Board Member Sarah Parks-Reese responded that youthful offenders who come from unstable or abusive family situations may not be completely responsible for their actions. Board Member Latrica Schooley added that person-first language considers the person before their condition. “‘Homeless children’ is giving an
adjective to the children, saying that they are homeless. Person-first language is saying they’re children who are experiencing something — that is not what defines them,” she said. “Anyone who works in trauma, mental health, things of those sorts, or who have been around children who are special needs or adults (with special needs) will know they want to be thought of as a person first, and then after that, Parks-Reese whatever they’re … experiencing.” Orr’s motion failed with five members voting no. Board President Tiffany Pascoe joined Orr in voting yes. The policy with the language change intact then passed 7-0. Orr said although he objected to the wording, he supported the intent of the policy. The policy states in part that, “To the extent practical and as required by law, Hamilton Southeastern Schools will work with children experiencing homelessness and their families to provide stability in school attendance and other services. Special attention will be given to ensuring the enrollment and attendance of children experiencing homelessness not currently attending school. Safeguards shall be established to protect children experiencing homelessness from discrimination on the basis of their homelessness.”
DISPATCHES Riley earns top rankings — Riley Children’s Health has been named among the nation’s leading children’s hospitals by U.S. News & World Report, earning a spot on the 2026-2027 Best Children’s Hospitals list for the 19th consecutive year. Riley Children’s Health was the No. 1 ranked children’s hospital in Indiana and fourth in the Midwest. It is one of 18 children’s hospitals in the nation ranked across all 11 pediatric specialties,
including top-10 rankings in pediatric urology and pulmonology and lung surgery, as well as top-25 recognition in six specialties. Full rankings for the 20262027 Best Children’s Hospitals national, regional/state and specialty rankings can be found at USNews.com. 500 Festival Princess Program opens applications for 2027 — The 500 Festival is accepting applications for the
2027 Princess Program through Jan. 10 at 500Festival.com/Princess. Presented by The National Bank of Indianapolis, the program recognizes college-age women statewide for leadership, service and academic excellence, offering mentorship and a $1,500 scholarship. Top applicants will interview Jan. 23 in Indianapolis, with 66 advancing to a second round before 33 are selected as 2027 Princesses.
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A notice of award for the Lynnwood Hills low-pressure sewer line was approved by the Fishers Board of Public Works and Safety Sept. 8, a first step toward approving a $2.78 million contract with TSW Utility Solutions, LLC. Jeremy Schmitt of the city’s engineering department told the board that the bid was the lowest responsive submission that the city received. Two other bids received Aug. 31 were for about $2.83 million and $7.7 million. The project will provide sewer service to 160 lots in the Lynnwood Hills neighborhood, which currently have septic systems. According to city documents, 150 of those homes’ owners already have signed up to connect to the new sewer line. The total construction cost, which Silver Companies, a family-owned, privately held real estate development firm in Boca Raton, includes grinder equipment in addition Fla., cut the ribbon Sept. 15 at its Silver Collection at Saxony. The development is a traditional to the contract, will be about $3.8 milluxury, market-rate apartment community. Joining next-generation owner Spencer Silver, lion, according to city documents. ±23,850 SF Available center, and his father, Chief Executive Officer and owner Larry Silver, right, for the event are, October 1, 2026 | Outdoor Storage ±23,850 SF Available October 1, || Outdoor Schmitt told the board thatStorage work ±23,850 SF Available October 1, 2026 2026 Outdoor Storage from left, Fishers City Councilor John DeLucia, Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness and Fishers City Permitted should begin this fall and last about a Councilor Tiffanie Ditlevson. Using 100 percent internal equity, the nearly $100 million project Permitted Permitted year. to ±200,000 SF is said to intentionally be a long-term legacy asset. (Photo by Built-to-Suit Steve Greenberg) Opportunities up
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Meet the candidates Compiled by Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com Two candidates are running for judge of the newly established Hamilton Superior Court 8 in the Nov. 3 general election. Republican Danica L. Eyler, magistrate judge of Hamilton Circuit and Superior Courts, will face Democrat Emily Angel Shaw, a lawyer and director of family law services at Kids’ Voice of Indiana. The candidates answered the following questions from Current: WHY ARE YOU RUNNING FOR THIS OFFICE?
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Shaw: I’m running for judge because I believe our courts should be fair, thoughtful and grounded in the real lives of the people and community they serve. After many years advocating for children, families and individuals in our courts, I’m ready Shaw to bring my experience, preparation and perspective to the bench. Eyler: First, I want to serve my community at a high level. Second, my educational experience in both business and law, private practice and now on the bench, provide me with the skills and experience necessary to build a foundation in Court 8 that will Eyler serve Hamilton County residents well. HOW DO YOU PLAN TO BRIDGE THE PARTISAN DIVIDE TO SERVE ALL YOUR CONSTITUENTS?
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Shaw: Judges serve everyone, regardless of political affiliation. My responsibility will be to listen, apply the law consistently and make decisions based on facts and the law, not politics. I will work to earn the trust of our entire community by approaching every case with an open mind, preparation and respect. Eyler: Not one time since I have been on the bench have I thought about my Republican Party affiliation as it relates to a case before me. Judicial positions in Indiana are apolitical positions and I intend to uphold those values in my
current position and if elected. WHAT SPECIFIC TECHNOLOGIES OR SCHEDULING REFORMS WILL YOU IMPLEMENT TO MAKE COURT PROCEEDINGS MORE ACCESSIBLE AND EFFICIENTLY CLEAR CASE BACKLOGS? Shaw: I’ll focus on practical improvements within the court’s control, including utilizing active case management, intentional pretrial conferences and remote appearances when appropriate to keep cases moving. I’ll also work collaboratively with court staff, attorneys and other justice stakeholders to identify bottlenecks and implement practical solutions that reduce unnecessary delay. Eyler: I have, with the help of the two courts where I primarily work, already implemented strategies in scheduling to assist nonrepresented individuals in divorces and family law matters. Those include providing information at the beginning of their case that explains what steps must be taken. It has been successful in resolving matters efficiently for the litigants. VOTERS FACE TWO CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS ON THIS BALLOT: ALLOWING JUDGES TO DENY BAIL BASED ON “SUBSTANTIAL RISK” AND (BROADENING) JUDICIAL RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS. WHERE DO YOU STAND ON THESE AMENDMENTS AND WHY? Shaw: I’m not campaigning for or against either amendment. I take the bail question particularly seriously — public safety is critically important, but so is the constitutional right to bail and the presumption of innocence. Any time we’re asking whether to remove a constitutional right, folks should be paying attention. The judicial residency question involves a similar trade-off — weighing whether to expand who can serve as judge against the preference for someone well-connected to their community serving in that important role. Eyler: Judicial positions are to be apolitical. I currently decide cases regarding bail amounts, bond reviews and other related criminal matters and therefore cannot comment on my opinions regarding those matters. I am proud to live in a country where the people get to vote on changing laws and have input in the legal system that serves them.
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Fishers Arts Council and Hamilton County Tourism presented the seventh annual Harvest Fest Sept. 13 along the Nickel Plate Trail in downtown Fishers. The event featured more than 70 artists, artisans and authors, 10 nonprofits, live music, games and art activities, along with food and beverages. Fishers Parks, the City of Fishers and Hamilton East Public Library were partners in this year’s event. (Photos by Evelyn Rose)
Vendors sell items ranging from artwork to food from booths on the Nickel Plate Trail.
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HSE junior forward always on the offensive By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Hamilton Southeastern High School girls soccer player Sydney May has always been offensive minded. “I’ve always loved to score as long as I can remember,” she said. “When I was younger, if anyone asked me to play defense, it was, ‘No, I just want to score.’ I like making opportunities to score for my teammates, too.” In the first 10 games, the junior forward had 18 goals and seven assists for the unbeaten defending state champion Royals. “Sydney has a passion to score goals,” HSE coach Greg Davidson said. “That she has worked incredibly hard on her technical skills and her 1 vs. 1 attacking techniques is an understatement. She is also such a joy to coach and her teammates absolutely adore her. Her love for the game but her zest for life is infectious.” May scored 11 goals last season and had 16 as a freshman. May and her sister, Sloane May, helped HSE win its first IHSAA girls state soccer title, topping Carmel 1-0 in last year’s Class 3A state final. Sloane May was named the Gatorade Indiana Girls Soccer Player of the Year and United Soccer Coaches 2025 National Player of the Year. “My sister pushed me to be the best version of myself on the field and off the field,” Sydney May said.
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“Us winning a state championship together (was) so much fun. It’s definitely one of the best moments I’ve ever experienced.” The Royals are ranked No. 1 nationally in the girls high school division by United Soccer Coaches and MaxPreps. “We’re obviously missing a few pieces with the seniors graduating, but I don’t think that takes away from us any bit,” May said. “I think we’ve gotten to be just as good and I think we are capable of winning another state championship with the team we have. There’s a lot of chemistry between us.” May said the team’s senior captains, Hannah Dodge and Sophia Reising, are good leaders. “But other players have stepped up,” she said. “We take a lot of accountability for things.” May, who plays for Indy Premier United during club season, has committed to play soccer for Indiana University, where her sister is a freshman on the women’s team. But that’s the future. For now, she is focused on preparing for another run at a state title. “We’ve had these goals since the start of the season but we’re really putting all the pieces together and figuring it out,” she said. “We’re playing really well together and it’s really good soccer. I’m really excited to see how the tournament plays out.” To nominate a high school student for Athlete of the Week, contact mark@youarecurrent.com.
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HSE Board OKs administration changes By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com The Hamilton Southeastern Schools Board of Trustees approved a salary increase and change in title for the district’s former chief financial officer Sept. 9 after he took on additional job responsibilities following an effort to streamline administrative roles within the district. The salary increase for new Assistant SuperinBrown tendent for Finance Tim Brown passed 6-1 with Board Member Latrica Schooley casting the dissenting vote. She argued for postponing the $15,000 raise until after the board reviews the 2027-28 financial projections. “I recognize and appreciate Mr. Brown and his additional duties, and this is in no way a reflection of his work ethic or his value to our district,” she said. “However, we’ve asked our other educators and staff to live without increases in their pay — and I’m not asking to actually table it. I’m asking to postpone it.” Superintendent Matt Kegley said he recognizes how someone could look at the motion and wonder, with a proposed referendum on the Nov. 3 ballot, whether it was the right course of action. He said that since HSE Schools Assistant Superintendent of Operations Bryan Rausch resigned in July, the district has been working to streamline administrative positions heading into the next budget cycle. “Due to that, at an overall savings of approximately $15,000 to the district, Mr. Brown is assuming oversight of both human resources and operations in the approvals this evening,” Kegley said. “As the person who is out every day, seemingly, doing presentations about passing this referendum, I would
have never, in good conscience, come before the community or the board and ask for approval of anything that would have added additional costs in the current situation that we’re in. I only did so because I felt like we could achieve a savings while at the same time being able to provide these services to our organization.” Voters will consider a replacement operating referendum Nov. 3. For more about the referendum, including Harwood community meeting dates, visit hseschools.org/community/ referendum-2026. Brown’s new annual salary is $164,471. The board also approved the hire of Tammy Harwood as the new executive director of human resources, with an annual salary of $125,000, effective Sept. 21. She will replace Ryan Taylor, who is the new chief operations director, with no change in salary. Harwood most recently worked as human resources director for Indiana University’s Luddy School of Informatics, Computing and Engineering. According to a news release from HSE, Harwood’s duties at the district will include recruitment and hiring, employee relations, compensation and benefits, workforce planning, employee engagement and retention. “Tammy brings a lot of experience to this role, and I think she’ll be a great addition to our team,” Kegley stated. “Our people are what make HSE work, and this position plays an important role in making sure we’re hiring great employees, supporting them and giving them reasons to stay.” The next HSE School Board meeting is scheduled for 6 p.m. Sept. 23 at the HSE central office building, 3485 Cumberland Rd.
INDOT hiring seasonal workers — The Indiana Department of Transportation will host winter seasonal hiring events at several locations across the state. Winter seasonal positions run November through late March. Pay starts at $21 per hour for full-time operations and $25 per hour for on-call snowplow-only operations. Job duties for fulltime seasonal positions include general highway and traffic maintenance, snow and ice removal and other duties related to winter operations. A valid CDL is required. The hiring event for the district that includes Hamilton County is set for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 6 at the Indianapolis Subdistrict Office, 7105 Brookeville Rd., Indianapolis.
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By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com Hamilton County, the City of Noblesville and members of the public gathered at the Silos at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds Sept. 11, to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks that claimed nearly 3,000 lives Sept. 11, 2001. The ceremony included remarks from Hamilton County Commissioner President Christine Altman and Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen, as well as Hamilton County Councilmember and Carmel firefighter Tim Griffin and Noblesville Police Department Chief Brad Arnold. A Joint Honor Guard representing the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, Noblesville Police Department and Noblesville Fire Department presented the colors during the ceremony. Local, state and federal elected officials, members of the judiciary, township trustees and public safety leaders from throughout Hamilton County also attended. “Remembering does not fully honor
those lost and sickened,” Altman said. “We must be vigilant and active citizens, maintaining and guarding our democracy that has endured for 250 years. We must remember and practice what was learned on that terrible day. We need to put aside our differences, cooperate (and) share our resources that keep us safe. We need to invest and reinvest in public safety to train our first responders to be prepared, to equip them with the tools they need to do their jobs, and more importantly, to protect them from the toxicity they incur when they intercede. We need to be ready for both domestic and war and foreign occurrences. We need to make sure we’re providing clear and concise information to our citizens in the aftermath of an event, so they know the dangers they are facing in the best way to protect themselves. And more importantly, we need to assure those who are too young to (remember) the taste, the feel (and) the gut reactions of 9/11 know, learn and remember that our democracy and freedom are very fragile.”
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Area students cash in By Spencer Durham spencer@youarecurrent.com More than half of the top student entrepreneurs in a summer side hustle competition are from central Indiana. Students from Carmel, Zionsville, Fishers and Brownsburg were among the top performers in High School Hustle, an entrepreneurial competition for high school students. The competition challenges students to start a side hustle and make as much money as they can over a summer. The top performing student was Zionsville Community High School’s Cruz Weidner, who made more than $100,000 by landscaping. Executive Director for High School Hustle Hunter Beale said it’s the first time in the competition’s three-year history that a student cleared $100,000. “He is one of a kind,” Beale said. “I’ve never seen anyone like him.” Weidner, who graduated this spring, said he got his start mowing a neighbor’s yard in seventh grade. “The business basically started on accident,” he said. Today, he operates Weidner Lawncape, which has employees and has expanded to include landscaping services. The top performing students were honored in August at Gainsbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. Other ZCHS students included Michael Stanfield, who earned $51,027 selling coins; Tyson McCann, who made $39,432 with his resale business; and Evan Walker, who made $36,184 from plumbing curb painting. Fishers students who participated in the competition were Seth Donlan, who earned $37,020 in hauling and reselling; Blake Wilson, $36,603, multiservices; William Lakes, $35,082, landscaping and junk removal; and Noah Savka, $26,460, reselling cards. High School Hustle awards a combined $150,000 to the top performers. Beale said the organization stresses to students to be customer- and revenue-focused. “There are hundreds of hustles that students can start … and make money this weekend,” he said. Beale estimated more than 90 percent of student businesses are home services like window cleaning and yard mowing. Detailing and sports card trading
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Zionsville Community High School’s Cruz Weidner, left, was the top performing student in High School Hustle, an entrepreneurial competition. He made more than $100,000 from landscaping this summer. (Photo courtesy of High School Hustle)
also are popular. One student did a junk removal business, but instead of targeting homes, they went after businesses such as hotels that were being cleaned out, securing a bigger payout. Students who sign up get $100 after they make their first $100. The cash infusion is meant to help with business expenses. High School Hustle, based in Indianapolis, is mostly funded by private donations from business owners. Beale said the emphasis is to encourage students to create a business, do it, fail and learn. “To learn by doing is the biggest component of what we do,” he said. High School Hustles recruits at area high schools, offering $100 for the best pitches students can think of on the spot. More than 1,500 students signed up for the 2026 competition from 36 states. They earned a combined $2.4 million. There also are mentorship and faith components to High School Hustle. It’s how Beale got his start and how he keeps in tune with the students. “It’s such a blessing to see the kids grow,” he said. Weidner said the initial pitch of winning cash interested him in the competition, however meeting business leaders and expanding his social network was the most valuable part of High School Hustle. “What I think I liked the best was the mentoring,” he said. For more, visit highschoolhustle.org.
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500 Festival Miler Series registration opens news@youarecurrent.com Registration is open for the 500 Festival Miler Series, a three-race series open to runners, walkers and wheelers of all experience levels who want to build mileage and confidence ahead of spring races — including the annual 500 Festival Mini-Marathon. The Miler Series kicks off with a 3-mile race Feb. 13, 2027, followed by a 6-mile route March 6 and the final 10-miler event April 10, according to a 500 Festival announcement. Each race takes place at Fowling Warehouse Indianapolis. All events are timed and official results will be posted after each race. “The Miler Series is more than just a training program,” stated Dave Neff, president and CEO of the 500 Festival. “It’s an opportunity to build confidence, create healthy habits and connect with your community.” Participants can sign up for individ-
ual races or the full series. The early bird price for the full Miler Series is $75 and includes entry into all three events, along with a long-sleeved participant shirt and series finisher medal, awarded upon completion of the series. Prices increase Oct. 14. Participants who can’t attend a race in person can switch to a virtual option and still earn their gear. The 2027 race schedule and prices are: • 3-Miler, 9 a.m. Feb. 13, $30 • 6-Miler, 9 a.m. March 6, $35 • 10-Miler, 8 a.m. April 10, $40 Participants who want to “go the extra mile” can sign up for the Mini Maniac Challenge, which includes the Miler Series plus the Mini-Marathon; or the Greatest Spectacle Challenge, which includes the Miler Series, 5K and Mini-Marathon for a total of 35.2 miles. Registration for all events is available at IndyMini.com/Register. For more, visit IndyMini.com/Milers.
DISPATCHES Harvest Dinner planned — Hamilton County Harvest Food Bank’s annual Harvest Dinner is set for 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 27 at Late Harvest Kitchen, 8605 River Crossing Blvd., Indianapolis. Tickets are $125 per person, with proceeds supporting the food bank’s work to provide food and resources to local pantries in Hamilton County. Seating is limited. For more, visit hchfoodbank.org/events.
BBBS plans ‘The Main Event’ — “The Main Event,” an immersive evening benefitting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana, is set for Oct. 3 at the JW Marriott in Indianapolis. The annual gala celebrates the impact of mentorship while raising funds to support youth in Hamilton, Johnson and Marion Counties. The event will feature dinner, dancing and entertainment. For more, visit bebigforkids.org/event/the-main-event.
Hamilton County Health Department announced Sept. 8 that population growth throughout the county has led to staffing and space shortages and a request for seven new positions. “When the City of Fishers established its own health department in 2020, many expected the Hamilton County Health Department’s workload to decline permanently,” a news release stated. “Instead, it did the opposite. Just five years later, explosive population growth throughout Hamilton County has brought the department’s service demand back to — and in many cases beyond — pre-2020 levels.” Administrator Jason LeMaster stated that Hamilton County continues to be one of the fastest-growing counties in Indiana, which means increased demand for services. “Many people assumed we would become a smaller organization,” he stated. “What we’ve experienced instead is tremendous growth that has stretched our staff, our building and our resources.” Hamilton County’s population has grown about 9 percent since 2020, increasing from approximately 349,000 residents to nearly 380,000. Population projections estimate the county will
Hamilton County Health Department is seeking seven new positions in the upcoming budget. (Photo courtesy of Hamilton County Health)
exceed half a million residents by 2050. That growth is reflected in increased environmental inspections, water quality programs, mosquito surveillance, vital records and community health services, the news release stated. The department’s Food Safety Program is operating at its highest workload on record, driven by growth in restaurants, temporary food vendors and community events. “To keep pace with demand, the Health Department recently requested seven additional positions during the upcoming budget cycle,” the news release stated. “The department is also pursuing additional state and federal grant opportunities to offset rising costs for supplies, equipment and services.”
DISPATCHES Spokenote gains new advisor — Fishers-based Spokenote, a personalized video engagement platform serving nonprofits, higher education institutions, associations and leading consumer brands, has hired Carmel resident Steve Johns, former CEO of nonprofit technology leader OneCause, as executive advisor to its board of directors. Johns will work with Spokenote founder John Wechsler and the board to strengthen organizational infrastructure, enhance operational execution and guide longterm growth. For more, visit spokenote. com. Free movie screenings offered — The Fishers Event Center will host a free Movies in the Plaza series featuring classic film showings. The series includes “Miracle” Oct. 3 and “Hocus Pocus” Oct. 10. Gates open at 6 p.m. with a 7 p.m.
start time at the FORUM Credit Union Plaza at Fishers Event Center, 11000 Stockdale St. No registration is required and surface parking is free. Participants are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or blankets and weather-appropriate clothing. Menu items will be available for purchase inside the Fishers Event Center. For more, visit FishersEventCenter.com. Farmers Market open Saturdays — The Fishers Farmers Market runs from 8 a.m. to noon each Saturday through September at the Nickel Plate Amphitheater in downtown Fishers. The 2026 summer market features more than 25 new vendors and the new Fishers Farmers Market Breezeway Café, which has coffee, pastries and seating, in addition to a free fitness class, music and kids activities. Thrift-a-Thon closes out the seasonal event Sept. 26.
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By Alex McCarthy alex@youarecurrent.com Living all across the U.S. for about a decade, dancer and choreographer Amanda Browning has come to appreciate the value of an arts community. “Those are the people who get you, understand you,” said Browning, now a Fishers resident. “They know what makes you tick, you’ve had similar trainings, similar backgrounds. But yet you’re all bringing something very unique to the table, whether it’s your perspective or your own unique movement style, your own vocabulary from the body, per se. But yet you speak this universal language.” Browning, 40, spent time in Texas, Colorado, Mississippi and Kentucky, following her husband’s job. When Browning moved to Fishers a few years ago, she found that artistic community she had been looking for and brought it together. In 2024, she founded Pulse Dance Theater in Fishers and serves as artistic director of the group. At the Fishers Art Center Sept. 26 and 27, Pulse will perform its most ambitious and collaborative performance yet. The show, entitled “Frequencies,” includes five pieces by Indianapolis-area choreographers. Four have never been performed for an audience. Tickets are available at pulsedancetheater.com. The title of the show comes from the fact that the choreographers each offer something different that can all work well alongside each other — just like the kind of arts community Browning has found so valuable. “Each choreographer is bringing their own frequency, their own aesthetic quality, their own movement vocabulary, their own kinetic take on this idea of shifting energy amongst either people or your environment,” Browning said. Although all the performances fall under the category of modern dance, they each approach the medium in a different way. The music ranges from pop to chorale, and some involve immersive visuals such as projections on the walls. Featured solo choreographers are Browning, Sarah Farnsley, Mariel Greenlee-Lungu and Manuel Valdez.
Pulse Dance Theater dancers rehearse before their upcoming show “Frequencies.”From left are Claire Graham, Faith Fasoldt, Eliza Welton, Magdalynn Derloshon, Izaak Vilbrun and Morgan Thomas. (Photo courtesy of Pulse Dance Theater)
Justin Sears and Margo Korn collaborated on a piece together, which is the only one that has been performed before. Farnsley is a Butler University graduate who has performed all over the country and internationally. Her piece, “anon,” was inspired by an experience
she had at the Newfields Museum of Art in Indianapolis. She saw a group of people sitting on a bench all looking in the same direction. She thought about what they were missing around them while they were all examining the same piece of art, and
INDY-AREA DANCE SCENE GROWING When asked to describe the Indianapolis dance scene, Sarah Farnsley uses two words: “growing” and “hidden.” Farnsley, a dancer and the managing director of the Indy Dance Council, grew up in multiple locations around Indiana and attended Butler University but wasn’t aware of much going on in the Indianapolis dance world. Over the past five years, Farnsley said she’s seen “beautiful growth” in the community that many people still don’t notice. “It can be considered a small market, but the quality of work being created here is really high and it’s really exciting and it’s a really positive, loving community,” Farnsley said. “I’ve been really heartened by how receptive the entire dance community has been to really showing up for each other.” The Indy Dance Council aims to strengthen the Indianapolis area
dance community through education, networking and promoting local groups and performances. It also organizes the annual Indy Dance Festival where local dance groups and individuals perform. In 2024, one of those performances was Amanda Browning’s “Through the Pulse of Memory,” which then spawned Browning’s Fishers-based group Pulse Dance Theater. Browning had recently moved to Indianapolis from Louisville, where people had told her that Indianapolis didn’t have much of a dance scene. “They couldn’t have been more wrong,” Browning said. “I have found that the community in the greater Indianapolis area, including Hamilton County, has been so generous with one another. I feel like people are very gracious with the resources they have and wanting to help other dancers in the community, to help other companies, other project groups.”
combined that with an examination of forgotten or anonymous works of art by women throughout history. In Farnsley’s piece, a group of actors sit on a museum bench (donated by Newfields) and face away from the dancers. Each dancer represents a different work by a female artist that has been either credited to a male artist or listed as anonymous. Farnsley said each of the choreographers has approached their work in different ways. Some artists like to show up to rehearsal and feed off the energy of the dancers; others prefer to work in private. Many choreographers let the music guide their movements, but others like to come up with the movements and match them to music later. “Frequencies” showcases both the differences and similarities between these choreographers’ styles. “You’re not working with a paintbrush or an inanimate object; you’re working with people,” Farnsley said. Farnsley also is the managing director of the Indy Dance Council, an organization that aims to build the Indianapolis dance community. That pursuit of an arts community matches up with the vision Browning has with Pulse. Many of the pieces in “Frequencies” are collaborative efforts, using the connection between dancer and choreographer to craft a performance. That bond will extend beyond the stage, Browning said, as audience members are drawn into the performances. “You kind of become part of that world for that moment of time,” Browning said. “You get deep into the story of the work, the emotional quality of the work, what the body is saying viscerally, and how the dancers are not only communicating with one another on stage, but also how they’re telling their story to the audience.” That connection on and off the stage can create and strengthen the kind of supportive community Browning has sought, and she hopes Pulse Dance Theater can continue to play a role in strengthening the Indianapolis dance community. ON THE COVER: Artistic Director and choreographer Amanda Browning. (Photo by John Crowe of Crowe’s Eye Photography)
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Slick City opens Geist-area indoor action park By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com A little more than a year after announcing a new location in the Geist area, Slick City Indianapolis opened its doors Sept. 1 at its 55,000-square-foot building on Fox Road. Renovations at the former Marsh grocery store, 11625 Fox Rd., started early in 2025. About a week after opening and as new employees trained, co-owner Eddie Wilson took a break from cleaning floors to talk about the business. Wilson said he was interested in an action park franchise, specifically, because it’s all about having fun. “I look at this as selling joy,” he said. “I mean, all the kids coming here are smiling, laughing, and you can’t have a bad day here.” Wilson said the renovation work was more involved than he’d anticipated. Now that it’s complete, though, the indoor park has an arcade, air courts and 16 slides. “The Mega Launch is the most popular,” he said of the large slides. “The yellow ones here — (kids) fly through the air. They love it.” The air courts, where participants can play basketball and dodgeball, have springy, inflated floors that allow
players to bounce much higher than usual during games. Wilson said the courts are packed with players, who get worn out quickly — something parents appreciate. The facility also has a zipline that Wilson said has been popular, and a Hypergrid — which Wilson said is the first of its kind in the United States. “It’s basically an interactive game where you jump around and try to get certain colors,” he said of the large, colorful game. “There’s four different games that the kids can play. One to six different people can be on there and play. It’s been very popular, so far.” A separate space is dedicated to younger kids, with smaller slides and age-appropriate play equipment. A seating area in the middle of the building allows parents to relax but still keep an eye on their kids, and a birthday space in the back will be available for reserved parties. Wilson said they also can host corporate events. He said the first week after opening had gone well. “The thing that I judge it by is all the people leaving, saying they’re going to come back,” he said. “It was a huge success of everybody saying, ‘It was great. We’ll be back.’” For more, visit slickcity.com/in-geist.
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What was Indy’s song of the summer? By Alex McCarthy alex@youarecurrent.com When DJ Jim Cerone looks out over a crowded dance floor, he sees dozens of people with distinct musical tastes. Each person has a separate list of favorite songs on Spotify, or different tunes they know from their catered TikTok feed. “Then you put 200 of those people in a room together at a wedding reception and they don’t want to listen to someone else’s favorite,” Cerone said. “They just want to listen to theirs.” Gone are the days when everyone listened to the same radio station and knew the same handful of songs. We’re having fewer shared cultural experiences thanks to streaming services and social media algorithms, whether it’s television, movies, news sources or the oft-romanticized song of the summer. From Memorial Day to Labor Day, more people are outside listening to music blare from bars, restaurants and open windows on passing cars. Whether it was “Every Breath You Take” by the Police in 1983, TLC’s “Waterfalls” in 1995 or Carly Rae Jepsen’s “Call Me Maybe” in 2012, there is usually one song that stands above the rest in terms of popularity. Today, it’s much more difficult to identify one song that most people grew to love this summer. Based on which chart and which medium you consult, whether it’s Spotify or YouTube or Top 40 radio, you might get a different song atop the list. By and large, though, Indianapolis listeners — like much of the country — had Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas” on repeat. Langley’s catchy country tune was this summer’s top song in Indianapolis based on Spotify and YouTube, according to Spotify Charts and YouTube Charts. Top 40 Indianapolis station WZPL played Olivia Dean’s “So Easy (To Fall in Love)” more than any song from the beginning of June to the end of last month – with “Choosin’ Texas” coming in third.
‘RING OF FIRE’ “Ring of Fire” runs through Oct. 4 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit beefandboards.com. LOU GRAMM Lou Gramm, the original voice of Foreigner, will perform at 8 p.m. Sept. 26 at the Payne & Mencias Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org. ‘HOME, I’M DARLING’
Ella Langley’s “Chasin’ Texas” was the most streamed song on Spotify this summer in Indianapolis. (Graphic by Alex McCarthy)
Spotify’s Local Pulse weekly list tracks songs that are uniquely popular in a city compared with other regions. This summer, “12 Steps” by Dexter and the Moonrocks, featuring Treaty Oak Revival, appeared on the list 12 out of 16 weeks. Westfield-based DJ Ty Mendenhall said he thinks “Choosin’ Texas” is popular in part because it has a classic, straightforward sound. “It’s got a really simple arrangement,” Mendenhall said. “It kind of reminds me of something from the late ‘80s, early ‘90s with the way it sounds. But for whatever reason, it really took off with everybody.” Not only is that classic sound popular, but older songs tend to still make up the majority of both Mendenhall and Cerone’s setlists. The music that everyone can agree on, both DJs said, is music that came before the age of fractured listening. “I could pull up a playlist from 2007, 2010 and there’ll be some of the same songs I played last night,” Mendenhall said. Songs such as The Killers’ 2004 rock song “Mr. Brightside” remain popular,
both on dance floors and on streaming services. Of the 16 weeks from Memorial Day to Labor Day, “Mr. Brightside” was in the Spotify top 10 in Indianapolis 15 times. Cerone acknowledged that most of his jobs are working weddings, so sadder songs like “Choosin’ Texas” aren’t generally on the playlist. He said people often request Dean’s songs and pop singer Zara Larsson’s “Midnight Sun.” Larsson’s music in particular seems to have risen to prominence thanks to its usage on TikTok and Instagram, he said. Listeners who request popular TikTok songs don’t want to listen to the whole tune, Cerone said. They want to listen to the part of the song they like from TikTok and then move on, which is leading to DJs shortening the songs they play, Cerone said. While “Choosin’ Texas” ruled many of the charts, it’s getting harder to definitively identify a beloved song that will transport everyone back to summer 2026 whenever they hear it. And if you’re trying to please a large group with a playlist, good luck. “It’s harder than ever to DJ,” Cerone said.
Carmel Community Players’ production of “Home, I’m Darling” runs Sept. 25 to Oct. 4 at The Cat, 254 Veterans Way, Carmel. For more, visit thecat.biz. CARMEL INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL The Carmel International Festival runs from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 26 and 10. a.m. to 5 p.m Sept. 27 in the Carmel Arts & Design District. For more, visit carmelartsfestival.org.
DISPATCHES Farrell’s cabaret series continues — Actor-vocalist Don Farrell, a co-founder of Actors Theatre of Indiana will continue with the “Blé After Dark” monthly cabaret series at Blé French Bistro in Noblesville. He will make his third appearance Sept. 25 in “Autumn Leaves,” followed by “Midnight in Paris” Oct. 30 and “Home for the Holiday” Nov. 21. For more, visit https:// bit.ly/4xwckLd Carmel on Canvas issue awards — The City of Carmel announced Indianapolis resident Melanie Wissel was the grand prize/best of show in the professional division of last month’s annual Carmel on Canvas Plein Air Paint Out. Wissel earned $3,000. In the Non-professional Paint Out division, Sepideh Motevasel of Carmel won $500 for first place.
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Heavy topics on stage remind viewers that they’re not alone By Alex McCarthy alex@youarecurrent.com
Nothing about “Jagged Little Pill,” the musical based on the 1995 Alanis Morrisette album of the same name, is a typical musical theater production. The show, which runs from Oct. 2-17 through Civic Theatre in Carmel, examines heavy topics including drug addiction and sexual assault. The show will be presented at The Tarkington at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, and tickets are available at civictheatre.org. Abigail Okerson plays the lead role of Mary Jane Healy, a mother who seems to have it all together on the outside but is battling many issues internally. Okerson said she hopes some of the women in the audience come to the show and see a little of themselves in her character. “They are going to look down the barrel of probably something they’re actively dealing with,” Okerson said. “And (my goal is) just to let them know that it is OK, maybe not to act out in some of the ways that she does throughout the story, but you can lean on your family and loved ones, and there are others going through it.” Besides getting that cathartic and healing experience, attendees also will hear music from Morissette’s biggest album, including “Ironic,” “You Oughta Know,” “Hand in My Pocket,” “Head Over Feet” and others. Michael Lasley, Civic Theatre’s executive artistic director, said there’s been a concerted effort in recent years to bring edgier productions to the Civic Theatre. He said the annual fall show is a little more bold and unusual than what they’ve historically offered. Recent fall productions have included “The Color Purple, “Rent” and “Kinky Boots.” Brent Marty, Civic’s director of music and education, pointed out the educational value of these kinds of shows. “We do feel a responsibility to educate in a way, or just to bring stories that they may not otherwise encounter on their own,” Marty said. “You know,
From left, Deisrae Brown, Rex Wolfley, Abigail Okerson and Cole Hurt star in “Jagged Little Pill.” (Photo by Joshua Hasty)
they come to Civic and they see ‘Annie’ and they go, ‘I’m gonna go back to Civic.’ And then they come to see this and they go, ‘Whoa, I’m challenged a little bit.’ Or that’s what we hope. We want to challenge.” While the music and the story provide the backbone for that experience, the performers have taken their roles very seriously. While Okerson plays the lead, 22-year-old Bridget Dean also is taking on a heavy role. Her character, Bella, is a sexual assault survivor and grapples with that during the show. Dean hopes people can learn from her character’s journey. “I feel very fortunate to be able to bring light to that situation and to let them know that it’s OK and it’s not their fault, but also it is just as important to bring awareness to the situation,” said Dean, a Noblesville High School graduate “Your journey doesn’t have to be ‘right,’ or what you think society needs it to be.” Noblesville nonprofit Prevail, Inc., which supports survivors of domestic violence or sexual abuse and assault, has partnered with Civic to provide support to the actors in the show but to also host a talk after one of the performances for people who are interested in learning more about handling the trauma of a violent experience. Okerson, 32, said the cast has bonded through the difficult scenarios their characters face and they’re closer than a cast usually is. She’s looking forward to the shows so they can share that bond with audiences as well. “Not every show is like that,” Okerson said. “Not all shows are created equally. The pride in the show is probably my biggest takeaway thus far, and I can’t wait for others to feel it.”
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daughter and executive producer Kelly Stewart-Harcourt; and “It’s a Wonderful Life” actress Karolyn Grimes (Zuzu The Heartland International Film Fes- Bailey). The Oct. 14 Centerpiece Screening tival’s premieres have a special thread features “Wild Horse Nine” from this year. Martin McDonagh and Search“The neat thing is that a lot of the premieres have famous light Pictures. John Malkovich, faces in (them), so it might be Sam Rockwell and Steve Busour most star-studded slate (of cemi star in the black comedy premieres),” Heartland Film Arabout CIA agents Chris and Lee. “John Malkovich travels the tistic Director Greg Sorvig said. world with symphonies and he “Some of the talent includes Sorvig introduces songs,” said Sorvig, a Heather Graham, Joel McHale, Carmel resident. “He’s actually coming Rel Howery, KJ Apa, Cole Sprouse, to (Carmel’s) Allied Solutions Center for Haley Joel Osment, Patrick Warburthe Performing Arts on March 18 with ton, Dennis Haysbert, Josh Holloway, the Vienna Academy Orchestra. I would Penelope Ann Miller and a lot of other put money on that he will be nominated people.” for an Oscar and he has a really good The festival, which runs Oct. 8 to 18, shot at winning.” will showcase 24 World/U.S. premieres The Academy Awards are set for among the 100 feature films, with 260 March 14, 2027. screenings at Indianapolis theaters. Closing Night (Oct. 18) features “The Apa stars in the Opening Night Debut” from Jesse Eisenberg and A24. show and world premiere of “JIMMY,” The musical comedy starring Julianne the true untold story of actor Jimmy Moore and Paul Giamatti. Stewart. Many of the film’s team are For the film schedule and tickets, visit expected to attend, including director HeartlandFilmFestival.org. Aaron Burns; lead actor Apa; Stewart’s By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
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For 41 years, the Indianapolis Children’s Choir has performed for audiences and received applause in return. At the choir’s Sept. 27 show, that dynamic is going to change. “So many times when you do go to a performance, when you do go to a concert, you just sit there and you absorb,” Executive Artistic Director Josh Pedde said. “And we don’t want them to just sit and absorb. We actually want them to participate in some sort of way.” In a new twist, attendees are going to learn from and participate with the performers on stage. Pedde will lead the audience members through some simple exercises. The show, entitled “GROWTH,” will take place at 7 p.m. Sept. 27 at the STAR Bank Performing Arts Center in Zionsville. Performers will range from elementary to high school, and will let the audience in on what they’re learning. As audience members see the performers improve from the September show until the final show of the season
The Indianapolis Children’s Choir will include audience participation at its upcoming show, “Growth.” (Photo courtesy of the Indianapolis Children’s Choir)
May 16, they will have a better understanding of how the performers have developed. The exercises for the audience will be simple, Pedde said. Attendees don’t need to start singing in the shower or doing vocal exercises to prepare. “They don’t need to do anything special to be ready,” Pedde said. “We will provide all the magic for it.” To learn more about the ICC and purchase tickets, go to icchoir.org.
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CCP to stage dark comedy By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com Nicole Amsler had never seen a production of “Home, I’m Darling” in person. But she had friends who have performed in it in other cities and said she believed it would be a good fit for Carmel Community Players, which will present the show Sept. 25 to Oct. 4 at The Cat, 254 Veterans Way, Carmel. “It’s a dark comedy satire,” said Amsler, the show’s director. “We feel like we’re in the ‘50s and then we find out it is actually the current day, and Johnny and Judy are just pretending to live in the 1950s. So, that’s the way they choose to live. They don’t have children. Judy is a housewife and adheres to everything 1950s, how you cook, all the values. Johnny works in real estate, but he wears 1950s clothes and only eats 1950s food. But cracks start to form.” A Noblesville resident, Amsler added two 1950s-style commercials to the show to allow for scene changes. Zionsville resident Lori Ann Gerdisch plays Judy. “I feel I have a lot in common with Judy because I am university educated like Judy and I was lucky enough to stay home with my kids,” Gerdisch said. “Even beyond my kids, I choose to stay home and be a housewife, if that’s even a term right now. I’m (a)Type A (personality). I think (the time) when my mom lived or my grandmother lived was kind of fun and fantastical.” Gerdisch acted when she was younger but shied away in high school because her school presented musicals and she can’t sing. “I did all my training in Chicago and did some small roles in film and TV and now I’m back in community theater,” she said. Gerdisch said the biggest challenge is learning about the mannerisms and the cadence of the speech of the 1950s. Judy’s decision to act like a 1950s housewife creates issues with her mother, Sylvia. “We still have the same problems as the 1950s, but people tended to turn a blind eye (then),” she said. “It’s the perfect blend of fun and seriousness.” Fishers resident Kevin Smith has the role of Johnny. “I had never heard of the show before but read the premise of it and got
Kevin Smith, right, and Lori Ann Gerdisch, appear in “Home, I’m Darling” at The Cat in Carmel. (Photo courtesy of Nicole Amsler)
pretty excited,” Smith said. “There is something quaint about that time, and it’s kind of romanticized. It’s been fun to explore that and just kind of put it in the juxtaposition of modern day.” Smith, 48, took a 30-year hiatus from performing to raise his family and build a business before returning to the stage nearly two years ago. He has been in three productions for Mud Creek Players. Barbara Babbitt, who lives in Broad Ripple in Indianapolis, plays Judy’s mother. “I did not know the play but saw the character description for Sylvia and was intrigued,” she said. She asked Amsler to email the script. “I just thought it was terrific,” Babbitt said. “It’s a very well-written play and I just kind of fell in love with the role of Sylvia. She is at odds with her daughter. In her own ways, she is trying to convince her to snap out of this. It doesn’t seem healthy to her. It seems like a waste of all her potential to just be hanging around the house.” Babbitt trained and performed in shows in Chicago. But after earning her master’s degree from Northwestern University, she lived in New Jersey for 25 years and only appeared in one play. She has lived in Indianapolis for 1 1/2 years. “This is my first full production in Indy,” she said. “This is a fun way to wet my whistle for Indy theater and get back in the game a little bit.” For more, visit carmelplayers.org.
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The Carmel International Arts Festival’s Young at Arts section keeps growing. “We heavily expanded the Young at Arts section last year and are thrilled to return this year with an even larger and more engaging area for the 2026 festival,” said Andrew Murray, a Carmel High School arts teacher and Westfield resident. “Overall, we are incredibly excited to provide a wide range of activities and experiences for kids and families at the Carmel International Art Festival. I tried to blend together a mix of experiences where kids will get their hands on a wide range of different art materials and processes.” The arts festival is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 26 and 10. a.m. to 5 p.m Sept. 27 in the Carmel Arts & Design District. Murray, who also served as the coordinator of the area last season, said the stamp-making and ceramic wheel-throwing demos are the only booths returning this year. “Carmel artist Scott Osborne and Carmel High School ceramic teachers will be on-site throwing ceramic vessels throughout both days of the festival,” Murray said. “If you want to see the incredible world of ceramics, swing by and check out the pros at work.” The other booths are a collaborative butterfly mural, stamp-making station, Shrinky Dink station, tiny artworks station and polymer clay creation station. “At our tiny artworks station, kids will be able to create their very own 1-by-1-inch artwork using markers, PUBLIC NOTICE The City of Fishers Department of Public Works, hereby gives notice of the City’s intent to revise the flood hazard information, generally located between Allisonville Rd and Willowview Rd. The flood hazard revisions are being proposed as part of Conditional Letter of Map Revision (CLOMR) Case No. 26-05-0888R for a proposed project along Eller Run. Lennar Homes is proposing to replace an existing culvert and stream crossing with a larger stream crossing as part of Balmoral Village Development. Once the project has been completed, a Letter of Map Revision (LOMR) request should be submitted that will, in part, revise the following flood hazards along Eller Run: 1. The SFHA will increase and decrease along Eller Run. Maps and detailed analysis of the revision can be reviewed at the City of Fishers Department of Engineering at 10210 Eller Road, Fishers, IN 46038. Interested persons may call Floodplain Administrator at 317-595-3461 for additional information from 9AM to 3PM M-F, September 22 to October 22, 2026.
Youngsters participate in the Young at Arts section at Carmel International Arts Festival. (Photo courtesy of CIAF)
paint, pen and more,” Murray said. At the polymer clay creation station, Murray said CHS students will help kids sculpt creations from a variety of templates. He said the artists can take their design home when they finish, or leave it on display for the festival. “At our print-making station, kids will be able to make and take their very own stamp,” Murray said. “Design your own, or use one of the many templates we will have available.” Murray said children can join CHS Art Club member in being creative with Shrinky Dinks, flexible sheets that when heated in the oven shrink to small hard plates. “Kids will be able to use their imagination — and the power of the Shrinky Dink — to create earrings, pins, keychains and more,”Murray said. ENTERTAINMENT ACTS SET The Sept. 26 Main Stage entertainment acts are 10-11:30 a.m.: Tim Brickley & The Bleeding Hearts; 12-1 p.m.: Kanaka Jams; 1:30 - 2:30 pm - HP; 3-4:30 p.m.: Touch of Grass and 5-6 p.m.: Ten Branches. Sept. 27 Main Stage: 10-11 a.m. Hippie Dream; 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Island Mixtape; 12:45-1:15 p.m.: Tim Wright; 1:45-3:15 p.m.: On the Record and 3:45-5 p.m.: Phone Club. The West Stage acts Sept. 26 are 10-11 a.m.: John Alvarado; 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Indiana Ballet Conservatory; 1-2:30 p.m.: Laughing Jack – Irish Sea Shanties; 3-4 p.m.: Jeremiah Cosner; 4:30-6 p.m.: The Gene Markiewicz Band. Sept. 27 West Stage: 10-11 a.m.: Eliott Ferguson 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.: Central Indiana Dance Ensemble; 1-2:15 p.m.: Kenny Phelps Jazz Trio: 2:35 - 3:35 p.m.: Cole Woodruff and 4- 5 p.m.: Sarah Hund. For more, visit carmelartsfestival. org.
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