Hendricks County

Kindergarten Round Up For NWH Schools

It is time to begin NorthWest Hendricks School Corporation’s Kindergarten Round-Up process for those students who will turn 5 by August 1, 2021. T

This year there will be a modified version of the Kindergarten Round-Up on March 25, 2021. The corporation has created a video that tells all about Kindergarten round-up, a video to introduce the Kindergarten teachers to incoming students, a form that will begin the process of signups and let us know you are coming, and finally, a Sign-up Genius link so that you may schedule a time to come in for a screener. All of this information can be found on the website. https://www.hendricks. k12.in.us/nses

Please share this information with anyone you know who may have a child entering kindergarten in the fall. Even students who wish to join our school as transfer students may signup for the screener. Please call the school office with any questions at 317-994- 3000.

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Plainfield Local & Social

David and Casey Eichenberger of Plainfield were blessed with the birth of their son, James Alan, on February 20, 2021 at Hendricks Regional Hospital.

James Alan weighed 7 pounds, 2 ounces and was 20 inches long.

Proud grandparents are Kevin and Michelle Moore and Steve and Linda Eichenberger, all of Plainfield.

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Homemakers Scholarships For HS Seniors

Hendricks County Extentins Homemakers offer two $1,000 scholarships to qualified Hendricks County graduating seniors to help further their educational goals and to encourage their continued development in the areas of Health and Human Sciences, Food Science, Education or a related field.

The application is available on the website, www. extension.purdue.edu/hendricks or you may call 317- 745-9260. The application deadline is February 12, 2021. __________

Farmer’s Donation Will Help Grow Scholarships for Tri-West Seniors

Pictured are the Blanton Family & TWDFS Board Members: Top - Anna Elzey & Julia DiagostinoGround: Marlene Blanton, Juli Woodrum, Gene & Buddy Blanton, Dr. Scott Syverson & Tammy Smith

This year’s Tri-West High School’s Dollars for Scholars event got a boost from a Pittsboro area farmer.

Buddy Blanton recently directed a $2,500 donation sponsored by Bayer Fund, to Tri-West Dollars for Scholars to used toward funding scholarships for the TWHS Class of 2021

“We are thrilled and extremely grateful that Buddy chose us to be his grant recipient! We are just getting ready to hold our phone-a-thon, and with all of the different challenges we have faced this past year, Buddy’s grant could not have come at a better time!,” said, Kathy Waite, President of Tri-West Dollars for Scholars.

Since 2010, the America’s Farmers programs have awarded more than $57 million to nonprofits, aspiring ag students and public schools across rural America. Farmersknow the needs of their communities best, so the America’s Farmers programs rely on them to help identify the most worthy causes. The Grow Communities program partners with farmers across the country to provide nonprofit organizations with resources to strengthen their local communities. Each August, farmers can enter for the chance to direct a $2,500 Grow Communities donation toa local eligible nonprofit of their choice. Farmers have directed donations to food banks, emergency response organizations, schools, youth agriculture programs and many others that reflect the spirit and support the vibrancy of rural America.

“Farmers truly understand the needs of their communities and where the opportunities to strengthen them exist. We partner with them to identify the nonprofit organizations that benefit from Grow Communities donations,” said Al Mitchell, Bayer Fund president. “Each donation shines a light on the organizations that are making a positive difference in rural communities across the country. Bayer Fund is proud to partner with farmers to give back in rural America.”

To learn how you can be an America’s Farmers Grow Communities recipient, visit www.AmericasFarmers.com. The America’s Farmers Grow Communities 2021 program will kick off on August 1, 2020, and farmers will once again have the opportunity to enroll for a chance to direct a donation to a local eligible nonprofit of their choice.

You can join the Blantons and support Tri-West Dollars for Scholars Phone-a-thon Saturday, Feb. 27 & Sunday, Feb. 28. To add your name to the call list, email scholarships@hendricks.k12.in.us or call 317-994-4000

Loan Medical Equipment

Hendricks County Senior Services maintains a limited supply of medical equipment available for loan for residents of Hendricks County as part of the Danville Rotary Club Foundations, Inc’s Durable Medical Equipment Loan program.

Equipment is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is no charge for borrowing the equipment. Donations are graciously accepted to help offset the cost of maintaining the equipment. We offer walkers, wheelchairs, rollators, and canes. Call the Senior Center for more information at 317-745- 4303.

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Sparks Memorial Scholarship

The Jackie & Larry Sparks Memorial Scholarship opens March 1, 2021.

Tri-West High School Alumni seeking an undergraduate degree who will complete at least one year of post-secondary schooling by June 1, 2021 are eligible to apply. Up to two scholarships will be awarded this summer. This is a three-year renewable scholarship, increasing in amount each year. Applications are due May 31, 2021.

To apply, go to Tri-West.DollarsforScholars.org. _____________________________________________

The Hearth is Now Independence Village of Avon

The Senior Living facility The Hearth at Prestwick has been acquired by CommonSail Investment Group of Brighton, Michigan, and is now named Independence Village of Avon.

This well-known community has been an industry leader in the area for almost two decades. Offering both Assisted Living and Memory Care apartments, residents enjoy three chef-prepared meals daily, activities, transportation and care based on individual needs.

Internal and external improvements are currently underway. Erin Beiriger is the new Executive Director and is responsible for raising and maintaining resident satisfaction.

CommonSail Investment Group has over 35 years of experience working and living with seniors creating a deep understanding of their unique needs and desires. Everyone in their communities commits to appreciating the residents as individuals who deserve to Shine. Everyday.

For more information regarding Independence Village of Avon, please call 317-745-2766. _____________________________________________ __

Named To UIndy Dean’s List

The following students from Hendricks County have made the 2020-21 Semester Dean’s List and Honor Roll at the University of Indianapolis: Cassidy Bross Cole Chandler Aishat Egbinade Kalyn Harmless McKayla Hendricks Delaney Patterson Anna Poston Nicole Price Meghan Quinn Taytem Vaillancourt Allison Vonins Rachel Trent Alyssa Horton Esther Mutesi Madelynn Phipps Payton Shores Brad Templeman Asia Bagwell Rebecca Centers Alexis Clark Lilianna De La Cruz Adam Evanich Amy Miller Cameron Misner Rylie Robertson Ryan Soel Arianna Stephens Haylie Foster Sydnie Foster Kristin Jones Madelyn Carlson Molly Gibbs Alexandria Gilley Savannah Joiner Sara McCoskey Bobbi-Jo Snyder

Thomas Barnes Lucy Blake Ambria Buce Jackson Burkmire Randy Craig Makaiah Haberkorn Madeline Kirby Audrey Kline Mary Nahlen Jackson Vanwanzeele Braden Tudor Shylah Beauchamp-Potts Megan Dodson Lauren Joseph Luke Martindale Shelby Mastin Jonah Morin Hanna Nicholson Nycholas Sigmon Christian Wickware Evan Morse Madisen Rupe Kyle Strakis Elijah Armour Cameron Ginter Kendra Carter Grace Dziennik Luke Johnson Alexia Hunziker Maddison Stinson Alexandra Turner Olivia Ward Seannah Backus Caleb Booher Riley Fields Kamrie Foster Chase Frazier Carter Gibbons Bryce Giebel Priyam Patel Audrey Redding Madison Smith

Earn Honors at Carthage

Laura Sanders, of Brownsburg, was named to the Dean’s List for academic excellence during the fall 2020 semester at Carthage college in Kenosha,Wis.

Dean’s list honors are accorded to Carthage students who achieve a minimum 3.5 grade-point average while carrying at least 14 credit hours during a semester.

On Dean’s List at Rochester IT

Luke Murphy of Avon was named to the Dean’s List at Rochester Institute of Technology for the 2020 Fall Semester. Murphy is in the industrial engineering program.

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Virtual Chair Yoga with Jan

Hendricks Countu Senior services offers Virtual Chair Yoga with Jan Dorsey, Mondays and Wednesdays at 11 a.m., at the HCSS Facebook page.

Chair Yoga is a general term for practices that modify yoga poses so that they can be done while seated in a chair. These modifications make yoga accessible to people who cannot stand or lack the mobility to move easily from standing to seated to supine positions.

While seated on chairs, participants can do versions of twists, hip stretches, forward bends, and mild backbends. In addition to a good stretch, chair yoga participants can also enjoy other health benefits of yoga, including improved muscle tone, better breathing habits, reduction of stress, better sleep, and a sense of well-being.

This class is taught by Jan Dorsey, a Yoga Alliance Certified Instructor.

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On Honor List At Missouri S&T

Amber Hatfield, of Avon, was named tothe honor list for the Fall 2020 semester at Missouri Universityof Science and Techology. Hatfield is a sophomore, majoring in engineering.

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Graduates from Georgia State

Lydia Gallo of Brownsburg graduated from Georgia State University during the fall 2020 semester, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a major in Actuarial Science and an undergraduate certificate in Spanish. __________

Named to Dean’s List at Ohio U.

The following local students were named to the 2020 Fall Dean’s List at Ohio University;

Anna Mueller, Avon, College of Health Sciences and Professions.

Kaitlyn Booher, Plainfield, Honors Tutorial College.

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Transportation For Seniors

Hendricks County Senior Services provides transportation services to anyone, 60 or older, needing a ride within Hendricks County.

Transportation is provided for daily necessities, like medical appointments, grocery shopping, legal, social service, financial business, nutrition sites, and other life-essential service destinations.

This service is provided on a donation basis.

Transportation is available five days a week during office hours (6 a.m. to 6 p.m.). Service is not available on holidays or when weather is inclement.

To make an appointment, or or further information, call 317-718-4474. It is suggested that you call as far in advance as possible. __________

North Salem Local & Social

Thinking of so many: Can’t reach all by phone - many on cel phones now.

Karen Williams, Barbara Schlagel, Herb & Jan Miller and Susan Burozski, Dottie & Jim Basham,Rita Lieske, Gerald Whiles, Mary Lou Morris, Barbara Porter, Dianne Neff, our friend Dan, family of Linda Mantooth Lee (Services will be held in the spring. Linda passed Feb. 27), Karen Hardman (still under the weather).

Our sympathy to Linda Simon on the passing of her 13-year-old Australian Shepherd, Sheila. Our pet friends meet so much to us. _______

A normal reflex - Have you thought about it? When something surprises you or startles you, your mouth opens up in response to same. Try it, it does happen! Also if you see something you smile about, you naturaly open your mouth to smile, too!

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Monday morning - Bandit doing a good jobon the shelled corn!!

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March Birthdays Hope March is better for all of us. Mar. 1, Chris Carter- Big one! Mar. 2, Greg Neff, Big 69! Mar. 3, Lloyd Hopkins Mar. 4, Olivia Hardin’s 7th birthday Mar. 7, Ginny Bbabcock’s birthday in Heavin.

Mar. 8, Rick Hardman’s 68th (my favorite son-inlaw)

Mar. 8, Rita Lieske, Big 83rd (Sorry, Rita!)

Mar. 8, Lance Kennedy, 51st (How could it be?)

Mar. 8, Oliver Wendell’s 1st birthday Mar. 10, Cooper Basham’s 5th birthday

Mar. 11, Teresa Alexander Finchum, 56th (another How can it be?)

Mar. 12, Mary Lou Morris, 87th

Mar. 12, Claira Portwood, 7th birthday.

Mar. 14, Charles Brackin

Mar. 15, Betty George, 94th in Heavin.

Mar. 15, KeeKee’s 3rd birthday

Mar. 20, Kelly Kisner’s 44th

Mar. 20, Wade Fleece, 52nd.

Mar. 21, Barbara Porter. _____

Phyllis Hicks Mc- Guinty’s birthday in February (87th).

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Don’t forget to thank all our Town employees, Fire Dept., Police Dept., and all volunteers for keeping our town open, plowed streets and more. Thanks, everyone.

Taking bread and food scraps out to birds and corn and bird seed out for birds and Bandit. Not sure it is Bandit (looks smaller) but he still likes to eat here.

Again, Thank You to North Salem State Bank for faxing news over.

There goes Coonsey past. Miss Steve Clark. Hope he and Carolyn are enjoying their new home in Danville.

Dear friends and neighbors, Gene McCullough and Robb Daffenbaugh provided past week’s menu: Meat loaf, potatoes, carrots, chicken fingers, potato wedges, carrot cake, box of sweet goodies, pecan pie. No wonder Jane Buckingham wants to move in with me. Oh yes, chili, also lots of food from Karen & Rick

and Riley & Linda Chaney. Was happy to send care package to Jane by Karen Sunday afternoon. Jane is such a sweet lady - daughter of the late Louise Roush.

Thanks to neighbor Jim Oliver for sharing his newspaper on Thursday and Sunday. He makes the trip over, even in this bad weather. Watch that he makes it back home okay. Usually have a puzzle for him that Phyllis Pearcy brings over for him. They are both puzzle people!! Gee, if I didn’t have neighborhood news I wouldn’t have much to share from North Salem. New Dollar General very welcome already. Is sure an asset for many.

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Spring is just around the corner. Please let me know where that corner is!

Supposed to be warmthis morning. Wind so strong can hardley get back door open to let dogsout. Kinda windy, okay!

Thanks to Karen for making a snow maze in the dog lot. They were really cute running thru it, changing directions and stopping when they came to a big pile of snow. Was really fun watching. Just like your corn maze as such.

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“A Cold, Cold Day”

So thankful, grateful, blessed for The Hankins Family.

Our well pump went bad 2-18-2021 and Rick calledJason to get tractor to pull the old pump out, and not only did Jason bring the tractor over, but Jason, Jennifer and Kaden came to help us. There’s no way Rick and I would have gotten it done that night by ourselves. They got the old pump pulled and the newone in by dark-thirty. Here it was Jason’s day off from work. Kaden came as sooon as got out o school and Jennier came as soon as she got off work.

Like I’ve said before, there’s no place like OUR small town. I wouldn’t live anywhere else. There’s not a lot of people that would come and help you like this. The Hankins family are such hard workers,and so kind caring. I love you bunchesand I know Kara would have been here, too, helping out if she wasn’t at college (Purdue). Even Barnabus, the new Hankins puppy member of the family came over to help a while.

Many thanks again, you all truly saved us.

Love & Friendship Always Rick & Karen Hardman ___________

Be Well Crisis Hotline

The Indiana Family and Social Services Administration offers the Be Well Crisis Helpline, a confidential resource available through Indiana 211 that will allow Hoosiers to call and speak with a trained counselor 24/7.

The free Be Well Crisis Helpline was established by FSSA’s Division of Mental Health and Addiction in direct response to the elevated levels of stress and anxiety Hoosiers are experiencing due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Helpline is funded by a Crisis Counseling Assistance and Training Program grant from the Federal Emergency Management Agency. In Indiana the program becomes part of the state’s new Be Well Indiana initiative. Additional information on mental health resources available to Hoosiers is available at BeWellIndiana.org.

DAR Chapter Takes a Look Back in Time

The Indiana Room at the DAR Museum.

Members of the Wa-Pe-Ke-Way Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution NSDAR) took a step back in time at their recent February meeting. Brenda Hunt presented a program on the DAR Period Rooms.

Hunt has been a member of DAR since 2012 and currently serves as the DAR Museum Outreach Committee Chair. Through the years, she has served as chapter officer in several positions; Historian, Librarian, Chaplain and Vice-Regent as well as chairing several committees. She is a member ofthe Society of Indiana Pioneers and former memberof Daughters of the Union of the Civil War and Indiana Genealogical Society.

The 31 period rooms, each named for the state who created and is responsible for the room’s maintenance and upkeep allows one to peek into a different time such as an 1810 bedroom or 1820 dining room. Evolving through the years, many of the period rooms today occupy spaces in Memorial Continental Hall that were once the administrative offices of the National Society before the Administration Building was built.

Hunt first focused on the Indiana Room supported by Indiana Daughters and was originally used as the National DAR President General’s office. On the wall is a large portrait of Caroline Scott Harrison, the wife of President Benjamin Harrison and the first President General of the National DAR in 1890. The Indiana Room now replicates a 1930’s parlor furnished in the Colonial Revival style period. Hunt, showing photos and a short video narrated by one of the DAR curators, explained this was a time period when people began collecting antiques from an earlier time period and repurposing furniture. For example, the china cabinet may double as a bookcase and an easy chair may be placed in the parlor rather than in the bed chamber where it would normally be.

A spinning wheel belonging to the grandmother of George Brown Goode is displayed in the Indiana Room.

Goode (1851-1896), a museum administrator, used the 13 spoked spinning wheel as his inspiration in his design of the official DAR insignia. The golden wheel of the Insignia represents a spinning wheel; the platinum or white gold distaff represents flax; the blue rim and the distaff carry the colors of the Society; and the stars represent the original thirteen colonies.

The New Jersey Room at the DAR Museum.

Moving on to the New Jersey Room Hunt said this room, created in 1910 by the New Jersey State Daughters, was originally used as a committee meeting room. The paneling and furniture were made from oak timbers salvaged from the British frigate, Augusta, that sank off the coast of New Jersey at the battle of Red Bank during the American Revolution in 1777. The chandelier by Philadelphia metalworker Samuel Yellin was meant to represent the 3 ships of Christopher Columbus and one of Leif Erickson which are depicted in the shade. Both the stained glass and painted glass windows depict important Revolutionary battles in New Jersey.

The Period Rooms can be visited at the DAR Headquarters in Washington, DC. The Rooms as well as the DAR Museum, which displays 30,000 objects, are both free of charge to the public. The Museum also offers several online tours and tools such as teacher resources, exhibits, portable education programs, videos, games, puzzles, coloring pages and quizzes.

To learn more about the Period Rooms visit https:// www.dar.org/museum/retro-rooms

To learn more about the DAR Museum and its online programs visit https://www.dar.org/museum

To learn more about the work of today’s DAR, visit www.DAR.org or visit Wa-Pe-Ke-Way Chapter website at http://wapekeway.wixsite.com/wapekeway

Bluebird Box Distribution

Do you have Eastern bluebirds around your property or good bluebird habitat?

These birds favor short grass open areas. If you do, putting up a nest box will encourage them to raise their off-spring and help to maintain/increasetheir numbers in Hendricks County. Eastern bluebirds, a bird native to North America, eat primarily insects and larvae. You can enjoy seeing and hearing them if you provide a nesting cavity (a special box) for them to use.

Come to the Hendricks County Fairgrounds on March 16, Tuesday, between 6 and 8 p.m. for a drive-in pick-up. A $10 donation per box is requested.

Membership is $10/ year if you want to join us in helping these beautiful birds.

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Senior Center Food Pantry

Hendricks County Senior Services offers a food pantry for Hendricks County seniors, including perishable, nonperishable, and hygiene products.

The food pantry is open by appointment. Please call 317-745-4303 to make an appointment to come to the food pantry. Hendricks County Senior Services reserves the right to limit the number of visits. Individuals must be 60 years old or older and a resident of Hendricks County, to use the food pantry. Donations are always needed, accepted and appreciated.