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Welcome,

i can’t say that i’ve ever truly embraced change … but i’ve always respected it and in some ways even appreciated it. now, as i’ve grown older, i’ve learned to accept that change often leads to growth, a fresh start and the potential for new opportunity.

so as the seasonal winds of change reintroduce us to fall foliage and cooler temperatures, i’m thrilled to be serving as editor of south magazine; a publication i’ve written articles for since its first launch in 2005.

i’m a native southsider — Perry meridian high school and the university of indianapolis — and with the exception of a few years spent in Washington, d c. and arlington, texas, i have lived near greenwood my entire life.

in my new role with south, i hope to convey the heart-felt passion i have for south central indiana and the many interesting stories it holds. For example, in this issue, you’ll learn about the new owners of apple Works in trafalgar and meet a Franklin-based family that continues to grow its already rich community legacy. you will also read about a coVid-delayed, bucket list anniversary cruise my wife and i recently took to alaska.

change is inevitable but what you do with change is entirely up to you. i wish everyone a happy and healthy fall.

greg

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Fall 2023

Vol. 19 | no. 2

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BY gREg sEITER

flavor of fall

Taste the new season with delicious drinks or hand-picked fresh apples.

Apple Cider vs. Apple Jui C e –Know the d ifferen C e

Apple juice consists of fresh apples that have been pressed, filtered and sweetened. In most cases, apple juice also contains preservatives for stability. It’s translucent and a light, golden color. Apple cider is made of pressed fresh apples. Unfiltered, raw and without added sugar, it undergoes minimal processing and is usually unpasteurized. Apple cider tends to be slightly darker than apple juice, more opaque, and can sometimes have residue at the bottom.

An Apple a Day

Does an apple a day REALLY keep the doctor away? There’s only one way to find out. In addition to The Apple Works, featured in our other nearby orchards where various types of apples are found.

Anderson o r C h A rd

One of a few orchards in Indiana that offers guests the unique experience of picking their own produce, Anderson Orchard in Mooresville gives visitors a chance to hand-select apples, red raspberries, blue plums, pumpkins and chestnuts. Fall season apple selections include Ginger Gold, Gala, Golden Supreme, Honeycrisp, Senshu (early Fuji), Grimes Golden, Jonathan, Cortland, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious and Jonagold. For more information visit: andersonorchard.com

p le A sA nt v iew o r C h A rd Family owned and operated, the 40-acre apple orchard was started in the 1930s and is now owned by the Kemper family. Twenty varieties of apples are grown in the orchard and customers can pick their own

or purchase pre-picked. An assortment of preserves, apple butter, fresh produce, apple cider, apple cider slush and caramel apples can also be found here. For more information visit: pleasantvieworchardin.com

w h At is A n Apple M A rtini?

Also known as an Appletini, a basic apple martini is a cocktail containing vodka, lemon juice, apple liqueur, apple juice and simple syrup. Appletinis can be made with different mixtures to suit any taste.

h ow s weet it is!

Ever wonder what the sweetest apples are? They come from a select group of varieties, including Fuji, Gala, Honeycrisp and Golden Delicious. These apples are especially high in natural sugars.

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“The Wake-Up Call”

By Beth O’Leary

you can’t go wrong with a Beth o’leary novel, as proven by her latest work “the Wake-up call.” o’leary’s delightful, witty banter is in full force with this enemies-to-lovers contemporary romance set in the English countryside during christmastime.

izzy and lucas are both hotel receptionists at the Forest manor hotel, which has fallen on hard times thanks in part to a lackluster holiday season. this will be the hotel’s last hurrah if a financial christmas miracle can’t be had. Both izzy and lucas consider the hotel to be more than a workplace.

setting their differences aside as best they can, izzy and lucas work to figure out a way to save the hotel. When she comes across a stash of lost wedding rings left behind at the hotel, izzy decides to search for the rightful owners, hoping at least one will give the hotel a large finder’s fee. she challenges lucas to see which of them can ultimately save the hotel and get to stay on with a pared down staff.

in true o’leary form, while the solution may come from a surprising source involving a social media campaign, the journey there is an emotionally enjoyable ride.

— Susan Jerger, adult services librarian, Greenwood Public Library

“Soul Boom: Why We Need a Spiritual Revolution”

By Rainn Wilson

Rainn Wilson may be best known for his portrayal of dwight on “the office,” but he is also the cofounder of soulPancake — a media company that explores what it means to be human. Wilson takes the idea of understanding the human experience as well as a more personal reflection of spirituality in his newest book “soul Boom: Why We need a spiritual Revolution.”

Wilson describes his own experiences with spirituality, explaining that he grew up in a religious family, but abandoned his faith in his late teens and early twenties, only to discover that he felt something was missing in his life. he ended up using religion to help him deal with anxiety and trauma in his thirties and describes how his own spirituality has helped reshape how he sees the world and helped to provide some meaning to his life.

Wilson goes on to describe how our post-pandemic world seems to be full of divides and crises. he suggests that perhaps the human race as a whole could benefit from some meaning and purpose — from a spiritual revolution.

— Valerie Holbrook, marketing specialist & librarian, Greenwood Public Library

“When in Rome”

By sarah Adams

Even the most famous pop stars need to get away from time to time. Rae Rose has it all – a legion of fans, a big tour on the horizon and an agent who takes care of all of her needs. But what she doesn’t have is breathing room. so inspired by “Roman holiday,” her favorite audrey hepburn movie, Rae packs her bags and heads to Rome. however, she only makes it as far as Rome, Kentucky.

unfortunately for Rae, her time away starts with automotive troubles on the local curmudgeon’s front lawn. luckily, she finds him attractive. noah Walker is quiet, sullen and not looking for love — that is until he finds himself boarding a stranded pop star who is in search of a life outside of the glamour of stardom.

sarah adams is a new author to me, and i’ll definitely be checking out the rest of her series. her work doesn’t seem to be quite as spicy as some of the romantic comedies already on the market, but i really enjoyed the small-town setting and the “opposites attract” storyline. if you like love with only a small sprinkling of spice, then you will enjoy “When in Rome” by sarah adams.

— Emily Ellis, assistant director, Greenwood Public Library

“The Benevolent Society of Ill-Mannered Ladies”

By Alison goodman

lady august “gus” holbrook may be unmarried, past her prime and bored with society life, but that doesn’t stop her and her twin sister, Julia, from anything. When asked to rescue their friend’s goddaughter from a controlling husband, they set off for his country estate to rescue her.

on the way there, the two are attacked by a highwayman named lord Evan Belford. on the run himself, Belford joins forces with gus and Julia to continue helping society women in need and to prove his innocence. however, gus does not expect to fall in love with lord Belford.

goodman’s newest novel is a fun, feminist spin on the Regency-era romance novel. headstrong lady gus and her less than enthusiastic single sister provide a hilarious look at society life. the author manages to balance historical facts with modern sensibilities perfectly mirroring the relationship between the two sisters.

this true crime meets historical romance is full of adventure and is the perfect lesson on not judging a book by its cover. Fans of amy stewart’s “Kopp sisters” series and Julia Quinn’s “Bridgerton” will be delighted by this first book in a new series.

“Tress of the Emerald Sea”

By Brandon sanderson

What would happen if you mixed “the Princess Bride” with “stardust?” you would get Brandon sanderson’s new book “tress of the Emerald sea.” “tress” begins with the telling of her ordinary life and she not having any great expectations for it to change. however, like most fantasy books, this will prove not to be the case. her friend charlie, whom she has begun to fall in love with, has been taken across the sea to be married off. he remains faithful to her, though, even at his own expense as he is given up to the sorceress of the midnight sea. ultimately, tress decides it is up to her to find charlie and save him, since no one else seems to care enough to do so. there are a few things that are refreshing about this book. one is tress does not just run fool hardly off on an adventure. Rather, she plans things and questions her actions before taking them. it is rare to find a character who, while not physically powerful, can persevere through using common sense and being open to learn new things. the book also presents the idea that being genuine and honest will get you much further in life than being underhanded, which, when sailing with pirates, is a difficult thing to do.

— Charissa Senteney, Adult and Teen Services Librarian, JCPL Franklin Branch Librarian

“Saving Grace”

By sandy James

“saving grace” is a historical romance set in beautiful montana that will enchant readers.

grace Riley has spent most of her adult life on the run. in her youth, she was violently raped by a wealthy politician’s son and he’s been trying to track her down in order to make her his own. meanwhile, grace and her brother, matthew, have hidden themselves as cattle drive workers while trying to stay one step ahead of her attacker’s advances. But she soon discovers the location of the baby brother she gave up for adoption nearly two decades prior, and she drops everything to be reunited with him.

after a treacherous journey to a cattle ranch in montana, grace falls ill and lands on the doorstep of widower, adam morgan. adam brings her back to health and in the process starts to fall for this shy beauty who has run from her tormenter, her fears and love for her entire life. can she make room in her heart for this kind widower? Fans of “Redeeming love” will enjoy this sensuous, historical romance about second chances. Written by local author sandy James from Whiteland – “saving grace” is the first in a series.

— Erin Cataldi, Adult/Teen Librarian, JCPL Clark Pleasant Branch Library

— Elyssa Everling, Adult Librarian, JCPL Trafalgar Branch Library

five questions for...

BY g RE g s EITER // P HOTO g RAPHY s UBMITTE d

Anne Sutton

Anne Sutton is an animal lover. In her role as executive director for the Humane Society Johnson County (HSJC), she has to be one. However, Sutton’s passion for animals goes far beyond striving to ensure they have adequate food, water and shelter.

“Working with the beloved animals in our care is truly humbling,” she said. “The animals we typically encounter have been through so much in their life but they still have an innate ability to forgive and love while maintaining joy and happiness to share with us. It is incredible to be part of their next journey in life and show them love, compassion and healing from a human hand.”

What is the role of Humane s ociety Johnson County?

We are a 501©3 not-for-profit organization that strives to benefit our community by enhancing companionship between animals and humans through adoption, education and advocacy programs.

We work tirelessly to place homeless animals into loving forever homes.

We have active community outreach programs with schools and youth groups, including Girl and Boy Scout troops, local libraries and businesses.

We use our social media platforms at our facility to advocate for the animals who don’t have a voice.

What do you like most about your job?

There are so many aspects of this job I enjoy. The best part is working for an organization that is truly committed to making life better for animals. HSJC is striving to bring affordable pet services to all members of our community. The staff and board at

HSJC are all working in unison to bring services to Johnson County to help ensure animals and families can stay together whenever possible.

What are some of the organization’s biggest challenges? The biggest challenge of this job is the number of animals in need. There is never enough space, enough resources or enough money to help them all. It can become discouraging if you let it. We focus on the animals we have on hand and give everything we have to each and every one of them. Whether that means multiple tests, behavioral consults, medicine or even hospitalization, we do it.

The loss of an animal at our facility is inevitable, and compassion fatigue is a real thing. We must be cognizant of that. So we try to check in with each other on a regular basis to see how we are feeling.

There is definitely a balancing act happening because we do deal with the well-being and livelihood of living animals.

five questions for...

What changes and new offerings has H s JC implemented in recent times?

Through a partnership with the Banfield Foundation, we have been able to implement four free vaccine clinics in our community since 2021.

HSJC has been committed to looking for ways to improve our facility. So this year, as a perpetual fundraiser, we launched our Memorial Garden that has sculptures to honor dogs and cats who have died. It gives people an opportunity to order engraved memorial tags that will hang on our garden sculptures as a tribute to their beloved animal.

What is HsJC’s vision for the future growth of community services?

We would love to expand our services to

include local spay/neutering services while continuing with the transportation services we currently provide.

We have discovered that most people want to do right by their animals. They want to provide medical care, food and a good home. Unfortunately, it is the lack of resources and expenses that get in the way of providing proper care for pets. We know that we must get more affordable resources out to the public so we can eliminate unwanted litters.

The difficult part of growth is looking for new grant opportunities and funding to increase services while not stretching our staff of three too thin.

We are excited and look forward to expanding services as the opportunity for funding presents itself.

taste the season

By Ch RISTINa CoSNER

There are many ways to enjoy an apple. Some people may prefer to do so as a seasonably sweet treat, while others may choose to intoxicate their tastebuds with liquid refreshment.

r osette Caramel aPP le Pie

Sassafras Tea Room

229 N. Madison Ave., Greenwood (317) 888-8449

This beautiful dessert has a shortbread crust with layers of apple and caramel.

h ard Cider

Mallow Run Winery

6964 Whiteland Road, Bargersville (317) 422-1556

Beasley’s Orchard combines its farm fresh apples into a unique sweet-tart blend that’s perfect for hard cider. Crisp and refreshing like biting into a freshly picked apple, this handcrafted hard cider is made using the same small batch methods as Mallow Run’s award-winning wines. It contains fresh, pressed juice fermented cold with no added flavors or colors and is gluten free.

Fall aPP le i n F usion m artini

Bonefish Grill

1001 N. State Road 135, Greenwood (317) 884-3992

1 liter vodka

4 red apples

3 cinnamon sticks

To create this seasonal cocktail, slice red apples and add them and cinnamon sticks to vodka. Infuse for 24-48 hours. Strain off the fruit and pour into a glass bottle. Chill to taste. Pour into a 16-ounce glass and garnish with an apple slice or top with freshly grated cinnamon.

fall comfort

take advantage of fall’s classic flavors with this easy apple cake recipe.

R ECIPE f ROM 2019 dAILY J OURNAL COO k BOO k

sUBMITTE d BY J ENA HARTMAN

Easy Apple Cake

1 package spice cake mix

1-20-ounce can of apple pie filling

1/2 teaspoon apple pie spice

2 eggs beaten

In a large mixing bowl, put in the filling and randomly chop the apple pieces. Add eggs and spice and beat with hand mixer on low until mixed. Add cake mix and continue to beat on low, scraping sides, until mixed.

Pour into a greased 9-by-13-inch pan. Bake at 350 F. for 32-35 minutes or until a cake tests done.

Spread a 16-ounce can of vanilla frosting on cake. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup nuts (pecans or walnuts). Then drizzle with caramel ice cream topping.

Allow to completely cool and store in refrigerator.

Ride trend the latest

cycling provides a fitness option for all ages

BY kEL s EY dECLUE // P HOTO g RAPHY BY A N g ELA JACksON

Brittany’s story.

After her diagnosis, Brittany needed all the support she could get.

What activity requires minimal training, provides great mental and physical health benefits, allows for outdoor exploration, and is family friendly? Why, cycling, of course!

The surge in cycling popularity brought on in part by the isolation and interest in open-air transportation due to the pandemic is still prevalent today. Cycling has an appeal for all ages, fitness levels and family statuses. And the gorgeous fall temperatures and colors in the Midwest make this versatile, fitness activity a great pastime or hobby. The Southside is teeming with options and opportunities to make family bike rides or casual social rides with friends a regular on everyone’s schedule.

“Well for starters, it’s great cardio,” said Brandon Street, manager of Gray Goat Bicycle Company. “There is little to no impact on joints, and for the most part,

Wespecially with road biking, cycling is all smooth.”

“It seems to be that you can ride longer and engage in the fitness of cycling longer than many other sports because it’s a lot better on the body,” Street said.

Gray Goat Bicycle Company is a full-service repair, rental and retail shop in the heart of downtown Franklin. Street and the experts at Gray Goat boast the mental health benefits of cycling, as well.

“We use it as a reprieve for sure,” he said.” If you have a bad day, you can hit the road and you’re outside, taking in the outdoors and fresh air and you forget about what that bad day was all about. For kids and families, riding bikes together gives them that personal time our kids crave with us.”

So that’s why you should cycle, but what about where?

Brittany’s ally.

She had an entire team on her side, including her radiation oncologist Dr. Buszek.

Of course, safety is key when it comes to cycling and the biggest threat is road traffic. The term “bike friendly” has become a bit of a buzz word, and the requirements for a city to be designated officially as such are numerous and often require comprehensive roadway and infrastructure changes. However, there are a few easy-to-spot aspects of bike-friendly spaces when considering a ride. Dedicated bike and pedestrian paths are most ideal — they take walkers and riders off the roadway and typically remove other barriers and hazards, making the ride smooth and consistent.

“Both the Franklin and Greenwood communities are doing great things to make the community and

“Both the Franklin and Greenwood communities are doing great things to make the community and this area more bike friendly. These are gorgeous areas — great opportunities to pack a picnic, bike and enjoy the parks and community sites.”

—

Brandon Street

Brandon street

guide.

Nurse Diana even helped with little things like scheduling appointments.

this area more bike friendly,” said Street. “These are gorgeous areas — great opportunities to pack a picnic, bike and enjoy the parks and community sites.”

The City of Greenwood’s trails system provides a network of more than fifty-linear miles of multi-use trails and walkways for children and adults in a pedestrian-friendly environment. The most popular trails include the Tracy Trail, Play Pocket Trail, Grassy Creek Trail, Freedom Park Trail and the Polk Hill Art Trail.

Franklin offers the Greenway Trail. Also known as the Franklin Historic Trail, Greenway threads through Franklin’s parks while connecting community amenities such as schools, community centers and the Franklin College Campus. For a list of more trails in the area visit www.alltrails.com

“With its history, the Greenway Trail holds a special place in our community. We love to see people, walkers and bikers alike using the area. It is so versatile,” said Franklin Parks and Recreation Director Chip Orner. “And the safety is important for our residents, too.”

Of course, dedicated trails aren’t always an option. The next best thing to look for are dedicated bike lanes. These are typically on the roadway; and they’re marked by paint lines (or better yet medians) that separate car and bicycle lanes. They’re often supported by road signs aimed at alerting motorists to potential cyclists in the area. While riding on these, Street recommends single-file biking and suggests that families place their youngest or least experienced members to ride in between veteran cyclists.

step of the way.

“And of course, a helmet on everyone, every time,” Street said. “Nowadays, it seems weird to see someone without a helmet and we like it that way.”

Bike groups — for either social, fitness or training purposes — mark another great indicator of bikefriendly communities. Gray Goat Bicycle Company offers three weekly bike groups, all of which leave from the shop on loops of varying speed and length. The only requirement to join — “Make sure you have a road bike,” said Street. “We can pair you with the group that’s right for your level.”

A former downhill racer, Street has been riding his whole life. As manager of Gray Goat, Franklin, he’s truly living his passion. “We’ve built something here that’s different than most. All of us at the shop have been here for years and we love what we do,” said Street. “It’s in my blood and I can’t get it out.”

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Audrey schuster, Natalie squires and kate kelly.

family legacy

Under One Woof

Entrepreneurial spirit lives through granddaughters

BY AMAN dA sTEVEN sON -H OLME s P HOTO g RAPHY BY TONY VA sQUE z

DDave Dowden loved the work he did and working for himself.

For more than 60 years, Dave owned and developed real estate in Johnson County, especially in the Franklin area. He developed farmland into what is now the Northpointe subdivision, and before all the businesses were there, Commerce Park was Dave’s vision. His pride and joy though — in the real estate business — were the office buildings on Water and Monroe streets where admirers can now appreciate four architecture styles in one property.

All in the family

Today, his pride and joy, along with his entrepreneurial spirit and family legacy live through his three granddaughters: Kate Kelly, Audrey Schuster and Natalie Squires, who coown and operate Under One Woof, a popular boarding kennel in Franklin. Audrey and Natalie are sisters, and Kate is their cousin.

“Our mom and her mom are twin sisters,” explained Natalie. Deena Kelly is Kate’s mom, and Teena Roland is Audrey and Natalie’s mom. Deena and Teena are Dave and Nancy Dowden’s daughters, making Kate, Audrey and Natalie Dave’s granddaughters.

Audrey schuster, kate kelly and Natalie squires.

dave dowden (back row, center with glasses) and Nancy (front row with glasses) are surrounded by their children, granddaughters and their granddaughters’ spouses.

They all grew up together, lived near one another, traveled together and even worked together before going into business with one another.

“We’ve always been very close, and it works out great there’s three of us. Three’s a great number because there’s a majority rules with decisions,” said Audrey. “We don’t disagree on too many things but when there’s two that agree, it’s nice because that’s the decision.”

They’ve always loved dogs, with each having multiple dogs of their own (12 dogs between the three of them). And while they worked for other people, including vets and other boarding facilities, they dreamed of owning their own kennel one day.

“With our family all being entrepreneurs, my grandpa threw out ‘would you ever want to own your own business, your own dog kennel?’” Natalie said.

The three agreed yes, and Natalie told her grandfather, “That is the dream.”

“That’s very much how our grandpa was,” shared Audrey. “He’d say, ‘don’t you just want to do it and we can do it,’ and he helped make it happen.”

d ream to Reality

Dave’s real estate development experience and contacts within the area helped identify the kennel property and find the right builders and contractors for the space. Their 15,000-square-foot, state-of-art facility is located on five acres of land in Franklin, near U.S. 31 and not too far from I-65.

“It’s easy to find and enough away from major roadways that it feels safe, yet accessible,” explained Audrey.

Kate added, “Yeah, it feels like we’re in the country, but we’re not.”

The name, Under One Woof, came together easily. With some brainstorming, they knew they wanted something fun, cute and clever.

They also knew they wanted every furry guest to be comfortable and safe. To give each dog privacy and freedom, canine friends get a 4 x 8 indoor living space. Each room is kept at appropriate temperatures regardless of the weather and includes a raised dog bed and access to individual food and water bowls. In addition to private rooms, each pup has their own outdoor “potty area” that’s enclosed for safety.

But don’t let the name fool you, Under One Woof also boards feline friends. In the facility’s cat and kitten corral, each guest gets a three-story condo. The first level of the condo, is a litter box that is filled with recycled paper litter. The second level, is a bedroom with a raised bed to keep kitty friends cool and comfy. The third level of their condo, serves as a dining room with space for food bowls and fresh water.

Each room is also cleaned and sanitized between guest visits to ensure no bacteria is left behind. Kate, Audrey and Natalie even worked with local scientists to develop a cleaning solution that is tailored to their kennel’s specific needs.

“I don’t know what they do, but my dogs run to get in there,” said Lyman Snyder, who along with his wife, Corbie, are faithful Under One Woof customers.

“We’ve always been very close, and it works out great there’s three of us. Three’s a great number because there’s a majority rules with decisions. We don’t disagree on too many things but when there’s two that agree, it’s nice because that’s the decision.”

— Audrey Schuster

kate kelly plays with a dog.

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Suzanne Sherman and John McDermott are the fourth generation in the family to control ownership of Martin Fine Furniture. Known for their custom ordering has the service and experience to back

Our commitment to providing a wide selection of beautiful furniture to choose from remains our top priority. We carry beautiful items for every room of your home and deal with more

Our living room furniture includes sofas, sectionals, loveseats, sleeper sofas, chairs and recliners. We carry accent tables and ottomans to complete your room. For storage, we offer cabinets, chests and Our bedroom furniture comes in styles to suit every member of the

family. From canopy, captain, sleigh and poster beds to bunk beds and cribs, we carry an impressive collection. You’ll find everything you need to furnish a bedroom in our store, including benches, chairs, vanities, mirrors, dressers, nightstands, headboards and accents.

Our dining room furniture includes both traditional and contemporary table and chair sets, as well as bar stools, benches, cabinets, hutches, buffets, mirrors and more.

For the entertainment or family room, we have media consoles and wall units.

And for your home office, we offer desks, chairs, bookcases and cabinets.

As past customers know, Martin Fine Furniture is the best kept secret in furniture selection on the southside of Indy. The tag line used for years, “you got that right” will re-confirm our commitment to staying in business, as a locally owned store that will accommodate custom orders. Financing

If you’re considering visiting area furniture stores, be sure to stop by Martin Fine Furniture, which is conveniently located in south Indianapolis near I-465. Contact us for directions or with any questions you may have.

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Martin Fine Furniture has been serving our community since 1854. Marty McDermott, past president and namesake of the oldest furniture business in Indiana, was the third generation to run the company that was founded in 1854 by his great grandfather, Michael Clune. Suzanne Sherman and John McDermott are the fourth generation in the family to control ownership of Martin Fine Furniture. Known for their custom ordering and quality of products offered, they have the experience to back up all products carried for furnishing the home interior. Our commitment to providing a wide selection of beautiful furniture to choose from remains our top priority. We carry beautiful items for every room of your home and deal with more than 100 different manufactures.

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Above: Martin Fine Furniture is located at 5420 S. East St. on the southside of Indianapolis.

Below: John McDermott and Suzanne Sherman are the fourth generation to own and operate the business.

Above: Martin Fine Furniture is located at 5420 S. East St. on the southside of Indianapolis. Below: John McDermott and Suzanne Sherman are the forth generation to own and operate the business.

Those interested in boarding should complete a profile, upload pets’ vaccination records and make online reservations at www.underonewooffranklin. com. Kate, Audrey and Natalie recommend booking early.

“We’ve gotten to the point that people who come regularly start booking with us before they even book their vacation,” Audrey said. “They will book their dogs before they even know where they’re going on a trip. They just know they’re going to be gone a certain time and they want to board.”

Bittersweet Happy dance

Under One Woof opened in August 2020, and sadly Dave died in May 2021.

“He got to see us be busy, back then we had one employee,” Natalie shared. “Now, we have 14 and a waitlist for every major thing that we offer, which was his dream — for us to have a waitlist. Our granny and our moms all say that granddad is doing a happy dance.”

When building the kennel, Dave thought 100 kennels was a lot and Audrey explained, “Granddad would never believe that we’re so busy that we’re

turning away business. It’s very humbling.”

In addition to running a successful business, Kate, Audrey and Natalie are busy juggling personal milestones. Last October, Audrey got married. This past June, Natalie married and this September, Kate will get married. Before he died, Dave had the opportunity to meet Audrey and Natalie’s spouses and Kate’s future spouse.

“Our grandpa got to meet all of our husbands, and he genuinely loved all of them,” said Natalie.

Kate, Audrey and Natalie — like Dave

— are always there for each other, the dogs and their families.

And while Dave remains a larger-thanlife influence and inspiration in their lives, Kate, Audrey and Natalie also give enormous credit to their grandmother, Nancy.

“She advocates for us in every single way,” shared Audrey. This advocacy includes telling everyone she knows about her granddaughters, their kennel and how proud she is of them.

“I’m doing what he would have done,” said Nancy, as she helps to continue Dave’s legacy with their granddaughters.

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new owners of the apple Works embrace the task of transforming an old farm

BY g LEN dA WIN d ER s // P HOTO g RAPHY BY A N g ELA JACksON

TThe winds of change are blowing at The Apple Works in Trafalgar. Sarah and Nick Brown, who owned and operated the orchard for more than 30 years, have retired, and Lauren Dunbar and Paul Galloway purchased the business. They’re transforming some parts of the operation – and leaving others just as they are.

“The orchard is such a part of people’s lives,” Dunbar said. “They bring family members and friends and they make it an event or they remember being here as a child or it’s just a place they visit year after year, so

it’s important to keep that for people. I also love it when people come who have never been here before.”

Galloway is a sixth-generation apple grower from the “Fruit Ridge” area near Sparta, Michigan. He is also trained to repair heavy equipment, and that’s what he was doing in Indiana when he met Dunbar.

Dunbar was a divorced mother of five and just closed a construction business that she started after graduating from Lawrence Central High School at the age of 18. She

Paul g alloway and l auren d unbar

is originally from northern Michigan, too, and the two formed a friendship that “snowballed” into something more.

“As our relationship grew, we were looking for something to do together that also included the kids and something we could grow together as a couple,” Dunbar said.

When they heard The Apple Works was for sale they went for a visit, but the farm didn’t initially resonate with them. However, when they came back two years later, Dunbar said it was like it was meant to be.

Galloway’s mother was known as the Apple Queen in Sparta, a title she earned because of her knowledge of apples that was gained by living next to a 100-acre apple orchard for most of her life. His grandfather sold apples to the very first Meijer grocery store in Grand Rapids. After his death, Galloway’s uncle, who had traveled around the country pruning trees, took over the orchid.

“I did the grunt work around the orchard,” Galloway said. “I learned to plant trees, fertilize, set up orchards and do drainage work, all from my family.”

In 2022, they spent the busy season of fall shadowing the Browns before taking over the business in January 2023, and Dunbar said they were incognito — no one knew they would be the new owners, but they wanted to learn everything they could from people who had been in the business for so long.

“We wandered around looking at things and seeing what we could improve with flow because the September and October season here is just chaos,” Dunbar said. “It’s important for us that when we do open the doors for the public, it’s successful and we make it enjoyable for everyone. We just jumped in with both feet.”

One thing they learned is how different growing apples in Indiana is from growing them in Michigan. For one thing, the

“We wandered around looking at things and seeing what we could improve with flow because the September and October season here is just chaos. It’s important for us that when we do open the doors for the public, it’s successful and we make it enjoyable for everyone.”

— Lauren Dunbar

“What’s nice is that its country, but we’re 30 minutes from downtown Indy. And where I grew up, it was a two-hour ride to go to the tractor supply and back. The local John Deere dealer has been great to us and so have the people in Greensburg, where we go to get new Holland tractor parts.”

— Paul Galloway

climate in Indiana is warmer and the season starts earlier. For another, there aren’t as many orchards in Indiana, so there aren’t many growers to communicate with or share information.

“With the closest orchards being over an hour away, I can’t just call my neighbor and ask if he has the same problem we are having,” Galloway said.

But he likes being here all the same.

“What’s nice is that its country, but we’re 30 minutes from downtown Indy,” he said. “And where I grew up, it was a two-hour ride to go to the tractor supply and back. The local John Deere dealer has been great to us and so have the people in Greensburg, where we go to get New Holland tractor parts.”

One of the first things the couple did after assuming ownership was fence and gate the property. They’re also looking at new storage options so apples can be kept longer. In addition, they are upgrading the playground and adding two greenhouses. They have also purchased new tractors, new sprayers and new harvesting equipment, as well as pneumatic tools and electric saws.

Galloway said he will spend the coming months filling in spaces where more trees can grow by spading up trees from other parts of the orchard and moving them

around. He also wants to plant more trees and increase their berry acres. Currently, they grow blackberries, asparagus, cherries, tomatoes and pumpkins, in addition to apples. Someday, blueberries may be included.

Farming techniques have changed over the years, too. While all of the picking at The Apple Works is still done by hand, instead of setting up a ladder by every tree,

workers now use a man basket on the tractor. They’ve recently finished setting up a trellis system — a network of wires to support small trees much like the ones used in vineyards. Galloway has also topped three rows of new trees, so they will grow more branches. During the winter, he will spend most of his time pruning, averaging three cuts on each of their 10,000 trees that represent more than 70 varieties.

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In addition, they’re planning to put up new signage to make farm navigation easier for visitors and even gathering drone footage.

“It’s important for people to understand this is our first season and we’re working to make it the best for visitors when they come,” Dunbar said. “We may not hit it out of the park the first time, but we’re so dedicated to the orchard that we will continue to make improvements.”

Change is happening indoors, too. The gift shop now sells only items made by local artists and craftspeople. In one part are flags made from recycled fire hoses, cutting boards, wooden bowls, candles, T-shirts, wreaths, pillows, crocheted items and much more.

In the food portion, they sell jellies, syrup, breads, pies, honey, apple butter, persimmon pulp and dill pickles — and the list goes on. In the kitchen, the bakers are trying out new recipes for apple fritters and apple doughnuts. Of course, they all sell apples, which are

extra flavorful since they don’t have to be waxed here like they must before being sold in grocery stores.

They’re hard at work on other projects, too.

“We have a big agritourism business in the fall,” Dunbar said, “and we are working hard on that because it is so important and such a big piece of what we do here.”

They take part in the Field-to-School Program that Sarah Brown started, and they have been contacted by additional districts to provide apples for their students.

“It’s extremely rewarding to grow food for people,” Dunbar said.

They also host field trips and wedding receptions and rent out their facilities for such events.

Their hours increase during the busy season, when the apples come and the staff of 10 to 12 expands to 24 or 25, with extra people to directing traffic, picking fruit and serving customers. The U-pick pumpkin patch is one of their most popular attractions, and this year a wagon will carry visitors from there and the nearby parking lot to the retail barn.

When autumn comes, so does their famous apple dumplings and cider slushies. Train rides, face-painting and food

“We have a big agritourism business in the fall, and we are working hard on that because it is so important and such a big piece of what we do here.

— Lauren Dunbar

trucks will also be available for everyone, and live music is scheduled for every weekend through September and October.

The couple say they are making progress, and they give a lot of credit to their employees.

“We have great a staff,” Dunbar said. “We have a handful who stayed with us after the transition. They are very vested, and they love the orchard as much as we do.”

Becky Branscum, a baker, stayed and said the staff appreciates the new owners.

“I feel like Lauren is a good boss,” she said. “She’s open to hearing our experiences. She’s all about working smarter instead of harder and getting us the tools we need. They have remodeled the kitchen, so we have a lot more work space. And she’s very into environmentally

safe things, compostable things, so we’re getting rid of all the Styrofoam.”

Brent Johnson, a farmhand, agrees.

“They’ve been putting in a lot of work, too, and it’s admirable to be able to work with the owners. A couple of weeks ago we were all out baling hay together. They’re not afraid to get their hands dirty. It has been nice. It’s refreshing.”

Janet Bess, another farmhand, said they spend the winter months getting ready for the spring, and when the weather is too bad to work outside, they help inside. The employees work year-round, even though the hours the farm is open are seasonal.

“We’re all equal,” Bess said. “We’re a team.”

Dunbar said they are bringing her children, ages 12 to 20, into the business slowly so they can discover what they like to do

“They’ve been putting in a lot of work, too, and it’s admirable to be able to work with the owners. A couple of weeks ago we were all out baling hay together. They’re not afraid to get their hands dirty. It has been nice. It’s refreshing.”

— Brent Johnson

and not be overwhelmed. One daughter knows how to run the forklift and tractors, while one son helps with the website and another son wants to work on the bookkeeping. One of the 12-year-old twin girls has an interest in the greenhouses and in being outside, while her sister enjoys working with the public. Today, all of the produce they sell is either grown at The Apple Works or sourced from Galloway’s Michigan relatives who grow peaches, cherries and strawberries. The family lives on a 20-acre farm in Franklin with five horses, three dogs and two cats. To be self-sustaining for the horses, they grow hay. Their days start early.

“There’s a lot to balance with being a farmer and a mom and a business owner and an individual on my own,” Dunbar said. “We’re focused on The Apple Works, but we still have a family that’s our focus, as well.

“What has been fun for both of us is the amount of learning we get to do,” she said. “I think that’s the fun in farming. Every year it’s something new. Already, we’ve had to face frost issues, wind and hail damage, and we’re up for the challenge.”

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BY gLEN dA WIN d ER s // P HOTO g RAPHY BY A N g ELA JACksON

newlyweds build new home on middle ground with space for the whole family

Reese Kendall, chloe irwin, aubrey irwin, andrew Kendal, Jamie Kendall, taylor Kendall and luke irwin.

When newlyweds Andrew and Jamie Kendall became a couple, they faced a dilemma of combining two small households into one large one. Their solution was to build a spacious, new home with room for everyone — two parents, five children, three dogs and three cats.

Andrew, a graduate of the University of Evansville, lived in Plainfield for his work as a health care administrator. Jamie, a graduate of Center Grove High School and Indiana University, worked as a tax credit syndicator and lived in the Franklin Township.

So they decided to build a home in Greenwood’s Kensington Grove neighborhood. “This was the middle ground where we could bring our family together,” Andrew said.

The couple met in 2019, on the Bumble dating site, and they “just really clicked,” Andrew said.

They soon discovered they had many common interests — dogs, sports and travel — and eventually they decided to make their relationship permanent. That’s when the idea of building a new home came up.

“We searched the different options and websites and finally decided on Duke Homes in Bargersville,” Andrew said. “We really liked the work they did, and their houses had so many special features and buildouts and so much attention to detail.”

They also liked that they had control over what went into their new home.

“Jamie had built before where they had some semi-decision-making,”

Andrew said. “But everything you see, we picked out. We went down the list of people they gave us to meet with and looked at all the options. It was fun. There were things I felt strongly about and things she felt strongly about, but it wasn’t that hard. We were able to put it together quite easily.”

Construction took 11 months. It was mid-May of 2023 when the family moved in, and Andrew and Jamie married on June 10.

“We didn’t have much of a cushion,” Jamie said. “But we made it.”

The Kendalls have been told they live on what is the highest point in Johnson County. This means they have 360-degree views that take in morning sunrises and evening sunsets. The original plans called for the living area’s ceiling to be lower to accommodate a recreation room on the second floor, but the couple chose to move that room to an area that would have been wasted over the garage. That made it possible to have a wall of huge windows to let in tons of light and provided for a wonderful view.

They had many other decisions to make, too.

“We started with the floor and worked from that,” Jamie said. “Once we picked the gray LVP (luxury vinyl planking), we knew we wanted to have a blue-andgray color scheme.”

One of the most remarkable qualities of this home is that every single item fits in perfectly. The couple had the luxury of starting over completely, so except for a blue painting that Andrew already owned, they bought all new furnishings. Each item is a part of the greater whole determined by the powder blue paint and gray flooring throughout.

Charcoal gray stone surrounds the fireplace in the living part of the great room, and white molding, like that used around the doorways, serves as a mantel. This focal point is flanked on both sides with white cabinets and shelves to hold family photos and treasured items. A

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pale-gray area rug, blue-gray and white sofas and glass-and-chrome side tables with blue accessories complete the look.

The kitchen area continues the color scheme with no disruption. The island and cabinets are Amish-made, as are all the cabinets throughout the house. The Kendalls traveled to Loogootee to meet with the carpenter and talk over what they wanted. They decided to use white wood with brushed nickel pulls and fixtures. The upper cabinet doors are partially glass to display special pieces. Appliances are stainless steel, as is the range hood and the backsplash is charcoal gray subway tile.

While there is a lot of white granite countertop and storage space galore, the range against one wall and sink in the island were purposely positioned close to

one another for cooking ease. On each side of the range is a pullout spice drawer, but only one is filled with spices. The clever couple filled the other drawer with kitchen implements so that whisks, spatulas and spoons are always at their fingertips.

“We cook a lot,” Andrew said, “so I love having these two things right here.”

Above the island, which easily seats four, oversized mercury-glass pendant lights lend drama and interest to the room.

“When we saw these lights in a catalog, they looked much smaller and we expected them to be much smaller,” Andrew said. “We weren’t sure about them at all, but they have really grown on us.”

Numerous can lights provide additional illumination. Other features in the kitchen include double ovens and a cupboard door that swings up to reveal the microwave.

Several spots adjacent to the kitchen help this busy family function easily in their home. One is a walk-in pantry with its own window. A family of seven, Andrew commented, buys a lot of food.

Another, is Jamie’s office. While some kitchen layouts provide for a lower counter for making grocery lists and paying bills, their kitchen has its own tiny, efficient room with a door Jamie can close when she needs to. A white counter runs along all of one wall, providing adequate workspace and room for a computer. Charcoal cabinets overhead provide wine storage. Andrew, who works mostly from home, has a larger office with desk and bookshelves also on this floor.

A short hallway leads from the kitchen to the garage. An alcove provides space for each child to have his or her own locker and coat peg, and there’s also a counter that serves as a catchall for car keys and mail. Here, too, is a powder room.

Across the kitchen, there is a good-size dining space. From there, a door leads to

a spacious deck, made of Trex composite decking, which looks like wood but doesn’t have to be painted or stained and won’t deteriorate. A dining set extends the possibilities for entertaining.

Located in the kitchen area, is the “smart-home” control center. With apps on their phones, the Kendalls can open the garage door, monitor the cameras and alarms that secure their property and more. In fact, when Jamie’s mother came to stay with the children while the newlyweds honeymooned, Andrew and Jamie used their phones while in Greece to let Mom into the garage.

The commodious master suite finishes out the first floor. A large window looks out over the neighborhood, and a recessed ceiling customizes the bedroom. Andrew and Jamie each have a walk-in closet with built-in racks and drawers as well as a window. Between them, is one of two laundry rooms in the house. The children have their own laundry room upstairs.

According to Andrew, the couple wanted to create a spa feeling in their bathroom. To that end they included a shower with both standard and rain heads and pebbled flooring. The tile is charcoal with white ac-

cents on the shampoo niche and foot ledge. A soaking tub beneath a window, double sinks with charcoal cabinets and vanity with a lighted mirror finish the getaway.

The stair treads on the way to the second floor are the same gray planks, and the couple had planned to paint the newel post and railing to match. When that didn’t workout, they opted for charcoal paint, which ended up matching the metal spindles.

The second floor is completely carpeted and cozy. The children have their own bedrooms, each with a walk-in closet. Luke, the only boy and also the youngest, who probably will be living at home for the longest time, has a private bathroom, while the four girls — Chloe, Taylor, Aubrey and Reese — share two, larger charcoaland-white bathrooms in the hallway. The massive amounts of storage space continue upstairs with three linen closets.

They decided to use the expanse over the garage for a recreation room. It contains

a comfortable sectional sofa for television viewing, along with a foosball table, shelves filled with games and a craft table. It has its own big window, too.

Including the finished walkout basement, the family has 7,500 square feet of living space. Outside, there is a large pool and a patio area for relaxing or dining with stairs leading to the upstairs deck.

“We knew we wanted a walk-out basement,” Andrew said. “But we never imagined how beautiful this was going to be. We love hosting pool parties, and that will be our fall and winter hangout for watching football — our family spot for when it gets cold.”

““We knew we wanted a walk-out basement. But we never imagined how beautiful this was going to be.

— Andrew Kendall

our cruise Alaskan

greg and denise seiter explore the wonders of alaska

BY g RE g s EITER // PHOTO g RAPHY BY dENI s E sEITER

IIn June 2023, in pursuit of a bucket list conquest while also reclaiming our COVID-delayed 25th wedding anniversary trip, my wife, Denise, and I eagerly boarded the 3,660-passenger Discovery Princess in Seattle, not knowing exactly what to expect from the scheduled seven-night, four-port cruise.

Also, adding to our anxiety, questions poured in from family and friends as if we had made a life-altering mistake.

Isn’t it terribly cold there?

Won’t you miss not being able to visit a beach?

Will it be a huge disappointment if you didn’t get to see the Northern Lights, a whale or even a bear?

Doesn’t it rain most of the time there?

However, our answer was and continues to be an emphatic, “No.” In fact, to the contrary, our Alaskan cruise aboard the Princess Cruises Discovery Princess was life altering, but more so in a positive way than a negative one.

Northbound from Seattle, we quickly found comfort in the surprisingly calm water of the Pacific Ocean, as our 19deck vessel cautiously navigated an area known as the Inside Passage, a 500-mile, glacier-shaped waterway teaming with small islands, idyllic coves and partially secluded bays. As we hugged the west coast of British Columbia, our 145,000ton temporary home meandered its way along, destined for the northernmost U.S. state.

top: the city of Ketchikan. Bottom

left: greg and denise seiter pose with thundering Wings at Eagle Park, a creation by tlingit master carver, nathan Jackson. Bottom right: a unique totem pole found in the city.

ketchikan

Upon arrival at Ketchikan, a small city located on the southernmost tip of the Alaskan panhandle and what many Americans still call the Last Frontier, we were welcomed by bald eagles majestically soaring past our port-side balcony.

Ketchikan is commonly known as the “Salmon Capital of the World” thanks to the abundance of salmon that can be found there, particularly during spawning season. Surrounded by a lush rainforest, the city is home to many species of wildlife but also offers an abundance of cultural attractions. Boasting a Scandinavian feel, it’s a destination filled with fjords and colorfully painted houses, many of which are supported by water stilts.

The city’s downtown area is long, narrow and easily walkable, boasting a variety of unique eateries and gift and specialty

shops, including numerous Native American art, jewelry and craft stores.

Those in search of authentic items created by locals will want to visit the nearby area known as Creek Street. A tad quieter and more secluded than the boardwalk area where visiting cruise ships dock, Creek Street has its own story to tell. It was once overflowing with brothels.

Totem poles are still plentiful in Ketchikan. In fact, while recalling our eagle encounter from earlier in the day, Denise and I paused for a couples’ photo beneath Thundering Wings at Eagle Park, a creation by Tlingit master carver, Nathan Jackson.

Endicott Arm

While our time in Ketchikan was accompanied by surprisingly warm temperatures — low 60s F. — our next

dawes glacier in the Endicott Arm.

stop presented an early morning dose of semi-chilly reality that we hardly noticed thanks to the natural beauty that surrounded us. In many ways, Endicott Arm, a 30-mile waterway surrounded by cliffs, valleys, waterfalls and icebergs, could be described as a jewel in Alaska’s crown. The air is crisp, the silence is deafening and the sheer beauty is indescribable. Dawes Glacier soars into the sky above. The area is an almost disturbingly peaceful place where snowy segments, rock-covered terrain, miniature green pastures and ice caps peacefully coexist under the watchful eye of the passing, fluffy grey and white clouds.

Juneau

Choosing a favorite anything can sometimes be difficult but if we had to pick our most preferred port for this particular cruise, Denise and I agreed that it would be Juneau: Alaska’s state capital.

The place is eclectic and even somewhat quirky with a tasteful combination of new

Juneau

and old and past and present. Located in the Alaskan panhandle and comfortably nestled between the Gastineau Channel and the Tongass National Forest, it is surprisingly the second-largest city in the United States by area.

Hiking, biking, fishing, kayaking and wildlife viewing are popular outdoor activities, but the city also offers a fair share of cultural attractions, including museums, galleries and historic sites.

Though we didn’t partake during this particular adventure, The Mendenhall Glacier Tour is recognized as one of Juneau’s most popular “cruiser” excursion options, with more than 400,000 visitors per year. The 13mile frozen river is situated just 12 miles from the downtown area.

We did, however, enjoy a 1,800-foot tram ride up a nearby hillside to a remote area known as Mount Roberts, where we briefly experimented with hiking, shopped (again) and enjoyed a casual outdoor lunch while overlooking a ruggedly beautiful mountainous valley backdrop.

Juneau

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Historically relevant Skagway painted a dramatically different, yet equally enjoyable experience during our port stop there.

A small town with a colorful history, Skagway served as a welcoming gateway to the Klondike Gold Rush of 1898. Its main street (Broadway) is lined with shops, saloons and stopping points, one of which we began the day at as part of our selected excursion while we were in town.

The Red Onion Saloon was built in 1898 as a saloon, dance hall and bordello. Originally located at the corner of Sixth and State streets, it was moved to the facility’s current location in 1914 but was mistakenly installed backwards. So rather than simply rotate the building, architectural engineers elected to cut a section of the building off and attach it to the opposite end.

Today, for the amusement of visitors, the Red Onion continues to playfully portray itself as a temporary home for “working girls” who dress in period costumes, tell stories of days gone by and provide colorful, verbal exchanges with guests while serving food and drinks.

Victoria British Columbia

Our last port of call was Victoria, British Columbia. Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, it serves as the capital of British Columbia and is known for its mild climate, stunning scenery and vibrant culture.

With limited time in the area, we chose to participate in a city bus tour that took us past some of the area’s most famous spots. The list is extensive – Butchart Gardens, the Royal British Columbia Museum and the Parliament buildings are a few of the most notable.

Red Onion saloon

Arctic Brotherhood Hall

Some people from our ship, however, elected to go whale watching. With Victoria’s close proximity to the Pacific Ocean, visitors can take a boat tour with hopes of seeing orcas, humpback whales and other marine life. The waters around the area are also home to a variety of other wildlife including seals, sea lions and porpoises. Our experience on board the Discovery Princess was almost as enjoyable as the ports we visited. From shows that featured a comedian, an original musical production and a hypnotist to time spent in a Vegas-style casino, participating in a group game and listening to live music in the ship’s Take Five jazz and craft cocktail bar, “downtime,” (unless we wanted it) was hard to come by.

To no surprise, dining was also memorable. A few of my casual eatery

favorites were Gigi’s Pizzeria and the World Fresh Marketplace buffet.

Overall, our trip to Alaska was much more than we had hoped for. Sure, the scenery was breathtaking and the cruise ship exceeded our expectations. However, to our surprise, we were, perhaps, even more so impacted by the words naturalist Michael Modzelewski shared during a series of four 45-minute presentations he gave on Alaskan life, history, culture and wildlife. By candidly revealing his own experiences, the Cleveland native, who moved to Alaska on his own as a young man while hoping to connect with nature, helped us see, feel, understand and appreciate more about our environmental surroundings than this seven-day adventure could have possibly given us on its own.

Juneau

CARING BEYOND COMMUNITY WALLS

hen CarDon & Associates highlights its “communities,” the organization is not only calling attention to its senior living campuses but to their surrounding towns and global sense of fellowship as well. CarDon cares for communities beyond its own — from neighborhoods just across the street all the way down to exotic locales like Guatemala.

Paoli Health & Living, CarDon’s community in Paoli, Indiana, just recently added a service to its meal delivery program for a nearby senior housing complex. Now, in addition to delivering meals every Wednesday, CarDon staffers are hosting monthly cookouts in the complex’s courtyard.

“What started out as a program to meet the nutritional needs of this vulnerable group turned into so much more,” said Paoli’s Clinical Liaison Sandra Hatton. “Seniors are greeted with a smile, a hot meal and a care check to make sure they are doing okay. They started out as our neighbors and are now part of our family.”

CarDon’s family serves people on the other side of the age spectrum as well. Solarbron, CarDon’s Evansville community, serves as a sponsor of the Tri-State BackPack Hero program in an effort to provide nutritious meals to local students throughout the school year. The program gives free bagged meals to students K-12 on the Friday of each school week to feed them over the weekend. They also receive these food bags through holidays and summer break.

“Healthy aging starts when we’re young, so this partnership gives us an opportunity to invest in our youth in a tangible way,” said Solarbron’s Director of Residential Marketing Ashley Mayo. “A full belly makes for a focused student, which leads to a better education experience and healthier life choices. So, by the time they’re walking through our senior living doors, they’ve lived a long and healthy life and are ready to enjoy all they’ve worked toward. It’s a simple effort but a vital part of a healthy community.”

2023 marks the third year Solarbron has hosted the “Lemonade Stand fundraiser” to support the efforts of the Isaiah 117 House, which provides loving homes and everyday needs for children across the country as they await foster care placement. A Solarbron resident’s great-grandson informed the community about this cause when he was just seven years old.

“He designs the flyers for our site each year and gives a presentation to our residents,” Mayo said. “This fundraiser is a great opportunity to unite the generations and raise money for a worthy cause. The slogan is ‘Love, you’re not alone.’ The mission is to let each child who stays at Isaiah 117 House know they’re loved and not alone in what can be a difficult situation. Love transcends generations, making this a universally appealing event for our residents, staff and community.”

Love transcends borders as well, as evidenced by a CarDon team member’s recent efforts in Guatemala. On a Friday that would have normally found CarDon Chief Growth Officer Kendra Fauth-Edwards delivering meals for Hamilton County Meals on Wheels, she and her family were delivering meals to seniors in Guatemala. They joined the philanthropic traveling group The Village Experience in this effort.

“If you know me well, you know how passionate I am about serving seniors,” Fauth-Edwards said. “I love what I do, so this opportunity was extra special.”

At the end of the day, whether it’s serving senior living residents across Indiana, helping children around the nation or caring for people outside the U.S., CarDon is simply about “family caring for family.”

THE LANGUAGE BARRIER WAS VERY REAL, BUT LOVE IS A UNIVERSAL LANGUAGE.”

Worth the Trip

more than meeTS THe eye

Brown county offers more than just colorful foliage in the fall

BY g RE g s EITER // PHOTO g RAPHY BY N ORBERTO N UNE s AN d THE dEMOCRAT

yYes, it’s true. A stunning display of multi-colored foliage, stretching almost as far as the eye can see, undoubtedly draws many visitors to Brown County during each year’s seasonal transition, but the area has much more to offer beyond eye candy. In fact, while located only one hour from downtown Indianapolis, Brown County continues to captivate visitors of all ages.

Brown County State Park, Indiana’s largest park with 16,000

acres and nearly 20 miles of treelined roads, is filled with scenic vistas, hiking and mountain bike trails and numerous overnight options. In fact, the park’s Abe Martin Lodge features 84 rooms and an indoor water park.

Just down the road from the park, music enthusiasts can enjoy the 2,000-seat Brown County Music Center. Hosting a variety of local, regional and national performers every year, so far, 2023 has had

Blackberry smoke performed at the Brown county music center.

performances by Rick Springfield, 38 Special, Here Come the Mummies and many others.

History buffs will appreciate a visit to the tiny town of Story and its multi-purpose Story Inn, which is a restaurant, hotel and historic structure all rolled into one. The village of Story was founded in 1851 and was once the largest settlement in the area. During its heyday from 1880 to 1929, Story supported two general stores, a nondenominational church, a one-room schoolhouse, a grain mill, a sawmill, a slaughterhouse, a blacksmith’s forge and a post office. Today, guests can step back in time by staying in one of several unique and original rooms or cottages that once served as places of residence and workspaces for the town’s early 19th century residents.

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story inn in the early 20th century.

Brown County is home to the Bean Blossom and Ramp Creek covered bridges, the 425seat Brown County Playhouse performing arts center and the T.C. Steele historic site where visitors can learn about noted Indiana artist Theodore Clement (T.C.) Steele and his connection to the area.

Those hoping to obtain a literal taste of Indiana should visit Bear Wallow Distillery in Gnaw Bone, a few minutes east of Brown County State Park. Recognized as one of the

top: Bean Blossom covered Bridge. // Bottom: Brown county artist lyle denney painted on the expansive grounds at t c steele state historic site from a vantage point steele himself painted during his life. denny was one of many artists at the annual Plein air Paint out that happened during the 2022 art colony Weekend.

first craft distilleries in Indiana, Bear Wallow uses only locally grown grains to create a unique lineup of vivacious spirits for adults to enjoy.

The crown jewel of Brown County is the small town of Nashville. Nashville is rich with history and famous for its hotbed of locally owned, quaint shops, historical buildings, simple, yet appealing overnight lodging and its unique eateries. In fact, despite a population of less than 1,300, Nashville is overflowing with artesian-supported boutiques, galleries, museums and restaurants.

The Hobnob Corner Restaurant, for example, has been in business since 1979. It boasts a menu overflowing with all-American comfort food.

Another popular in-town dining spot, The Nashville House, is recognized for providing traditional country delicacies. The restaurant is housed in a building that was originally constructed in 1859 and was rebuilt in 1943 following a fire.

Other possibilities include The Bird’s Nest Inn, Brozzini’s Pizzeria and the Farmhouse Café’ and Tea Room, just to name a few.

As far as shopping, a few popular businesses include, Carmel Corn Cottage, J.B. Goods, Mulberry Cottage and Chateau Thomas Wine.

Looking for an overnight stay with a local feel? The Artists’ Colony Inn is a boutique-style facility in the heart of Nashville’s downtown area that features 20 guestrooms and three suites.

Some prefer the Brown County Inn with its 99 rooms and two suites. Conversely, on a much smaller scale, Betty Lou’s Garden

is a guest suite that features a bedroom with a queen size bed and a sitting room with a pullout couch.

For accommodations just outside the Nashville area, the Robinwood Inn offers the charm and hospitality of a vintage country inn while providing guests with the privacy and amenities of a fully equipped vacation cabin.

Majestic fall colors will dominate the Brown County landscape as cooling winds reintroduce visitors and residents alike to sweater weather in southcentral Indiana, but even as the brilliantly color-coated leaves fade and eventually fall to the ground, the area’s ever-growing menu of fun activities and beautiful scenery always inspire single day or weekend visits from people everywhere.

ella Garrison & Adam Rapp

Ceremony and reception: The Barn at Bay Horse Inn // January 1, 2023

Ella Garrison and Adam Rapp grew up on the southside of Indianapolis, and met in the seventh grade while attending Greenwood Middle School. They began dating in the eighth grade and have been together ever since. They attended Greenwood Community High School together and after they graduated, they pursued their higher education at Indiana University in Bloomington.

While they were dating, their families had the opportunity to meet and they became good friends. So when the time came for Adam to pop the question, he decided to do it while they were on a family vacation in Asheville, North Carolina, in December 2021.

Everyone in the family, except Ella, knew Adam had been planning the proposal for six months, so when he asked Ella to take a walk to see the beautiful view around their cabin, their family knew it was time. Once they were out of sight, Adam bent on one knee and shocked Ella with a proposal of marriage. Still in shock, but overjoyed, Ella promptly said, “Yes!”

“The wedding was absolutely beautiful and everything we had pictured while we were planning it,” Ella said.

The staff at The Barn was very accommodating and helped the night go off without a hitch. It was semi-formal and had a classic theme with neutral color tones (white, green and champagne) and hints of gold.

“We were lucky that our January wedding day had beautiful weather, and we were able to take advantage of The Barn’s beautiful outdoor space,” Ella said. “We had the ceremony and the reception inside at The Barn and used the Saloon area for cocktail hour.”

For their honeymoon, they went to Secrets Royal Beach in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. “It was the perfect relaxing week of sun to celebrate our new phase of life together,” Ella said.

Photos by Sydney Lauren Photography

Hannah Blum and nic Accinelli

Ceremony and reception: The Barn at Crystal Springs Farm May 20, 2023

Hannah and Nic have lived on the southside of Indianapolis for most of their lives, and they both went to school in Whiteland. They met while they were in the fifth grade and attending Clark-Pleasant Intermediate School, now a middle school, and quickly became friends. Obviously, neither could know that their friendship would later blossom into love, but any romantic would say that their love was meant to be.

How did the proposal go down? Well, Hannah told us that it happened on their fifth anniversary of dating, which was May 2021.

“We took a trip to the Indianapolis Zoo and the White River Gardens,” she said. “He asked while we were walking around in the White River Gardens outside the butterfly conservatory and had his mom hiding while following us so she could snap some pics.”

But no one needed to sneak around for a picture of the bride and groom on their wedding day. Their theme was rustic, which really worked well with the venue.

“The vibes of the barn really sold us on that theme,” she said.

Their colors were shades of purple, their favorite color, with some sage green and white thrown in. “The colors and flowers were perfect for a spring wedding!” Hannah exclaimed.

Hannah admitted they were both a little nervous but mostly excited that it was finally the big day. “It was also exciting to see how everything had come together and how it all looked,” she said.

Although the happy couple didn’t have time for a honeymoon after the wedding, Hannah said they will be going on a cruise to the Bahamas in August.

Photos by Cara Wagner

Firecracker Festival

July 3 // Franklin Amphitheater

1. a mother spins her daughter as they dance to the Blue River Band.

2. From left: holly Johnston, Franklin Parks and Recreation community events coordinator, and tara Payne, Franklin mayor’s chief of staff, present the bicentennial time capsule.

3. Franklin mayor steve Barnett reads the bicentennial proclamation.

4. People listen to the Franklin community Band perform.

5. the bicentennial time capsule includes brochures for city amenities, newspaper clippings, restaurant menus and other memoralibia.

6. the Blue River Band performs.

7. thousands of people gather at the Firecracker Festival.

8. indiana state Police officers bow their heads during a remembrance ceremony for trooper aaron smith.

9. People wait in line at the millie’s food truck.

Photos by Leeann Doerflein

Johnson County 4-H and Agricultural Fair

June 18-24 // Johnson County

Fairgrounds

1. Fairgoers enjoy a ride.

2. a girl waves a racing flag and wears a crown as tractors roll by during the fair parade.

3. a goat is shown during the dairy goat showmanship contest.

4. miss Johnson county 2023 Jenna Kelsay poses at the new Johnson county Fair sign on the midway. the new permanent sign was a 4-h honor group project.

5. miss Johnson county 2023 Jenna Kelsay, right, hands a “champion lightweight crossbred barrow” banner to Will morris.

6. ashleh lange of Franklin throws an axe.

7. a cow is shown during the Beef showmanship contest.

8 People watch Franklin college cheerleaders perform a short routine during the fair parade.

9. Paisley Vanhorn shows beef cattle during the Beef showmanship contest.

10. Fairgoers buy shaved ice from Kona ice.

Photos by Andy Bell-Baltaci, Leeann Doerflein, Emily Ketterer, Isaac Robinson, and Crazy Working Mama Photography

Community Painting Day for Color the County

August 5, 2023 // Book Barn at Johnson County Public Library Franklin Branch

1. community members paint a mural on the Book Barn.

2. Ella schreiber paints.

3. grady Burks paints the wall.

4. abby Robertson (artist gabriel yaden’s sister) with her children, sadie Robertson and duncan Robertson.

5. missy Jones fills in a blue section.

6. madi sherry and drew sherry.

7. lacey Kasting and Ella schreiber.

8 Brenda Ferguson and gabriel yaden watch as community members paint. gabriel is the artist for the south side mural.

9. Jennifer mccarty helps complete the mural.

10. owen Easter and amanda limp.

Photos by Maleta Schmidt, Crescent Creative

WA mm FeST 2023

Aug. 19 // Craig Park

1. the Parrots of the carribbean prepare to perform on the daily Journal stage.

2. darren and shanna Queeby.

3. trish akers and Joe Walterman.

4. People wait in line for a glass of wine at the cedar creek Winery tent.

5. a taxman Brewing company employee hands a glass of beer to a patron.

6. a mallow Run Winery employee serves a glass of wine in a souvenir tumbler.

7. Elaine and Rob Pesto.

8 People walk around the food and drink vendor area.

9. People watch the Parrots of the caribbean from the lawn.

10. People dance to a song performed by the Blue River Band on the Ray skillman stage.

Photos by Leeann Doerflein and submitted

allergy

Business Directory

ASSISTED LIVING

Indianapolis Sinus Center

701 e. County line rd., Ste. 209

greenwood, IN 46143 (317) 215-0177

indianapolissinuscenter.com

catering

archer’s Meats & catering

259 S. Meridian Street

greenwood, in 46143 (317) 881-9300

cateringbyarchers.com

DAY CAMP

Baxter YMCA

7900 S. Shelby Street

Indianapolis, IN 46227 (317) 881-9347

indymca.org

Fine Jewelry

reis-nichols Jewelers

789 US 31 north, Greenwood, in 46142 (317) 883-4467

reisnichols.com

Heating

Johnson

Heating | Cooling | Plumbing

555 industrial Drive

Franklin, in 46131 (317) 881-7738

johnsoncomfort.com

Greenwood Village South 295 Village Lane Greenwood, IN 46143 (317) 881-2591

GreenwoodVillageSouth.com

child advocate

Johnson county caSa

18 W. Jefferson Street, Franklin, iN 46131 (317) 346-4561

casajohnsonco.org

DAY SPA

Transformations Salon & Spa

8083A S. Madison Ave., Indianapolis, IN 46227 (317) 882-1773

transformationssalonandspa.com

FITNESS CENTER

Baxter YMCA

7900 S. Shelby Street

Indianapolis, IN 46227 (317) 881-9347

indymca.org

automotive

Fletcher Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram

3099 N. morton Street, Franklin, iN 46131 (317) 738-4170

fletcherchrysler.com

countertops

natural stone creations

500 International Dr., Franklin, In 46131 (317) 736-0021

BREWHOUS E

Tried & True Alehouse 2800 S. State Road 135 Greenwood, IN 46143 (317) 530-2706

triedandtruealehouse.com

country club

Hillview country club 1800 E. King Street

Franklin, In 46131 (317) 736-5555

hillviewtime.com

Home furnisHings

martin fine furniture 5420 s east st. indianapolis, in 46227 317-787-8659

martinfinefurnitureonline.com

digital services

aiM Media indiana

30 s. Water street, suite a Franklin, iN 46131 (317) 736-2741

aimmediaindiana.com

Funeral service

cremation society of indiana 4115 shelby st., indianapolis, in 46227 (317) 783-3357

cremationsocietyofindiana.com

home & land

duke homes

4300 north Rd. 725 W. Bargersville, In 46106 (317) 422-9000

www.dukehomes.com

Ey E Car E

Vaught Family Eye Care 1150 N Main St Franklin IN 46131 (317) 736-7722

vfecfranklin.com

garage doors

a-1 garage doors, Inc. 515 W. old s. st., Bargersville, IN 46106 (317) 422-5225

a1garagedoors.com

hospital

Johnson Memorial health

1125 W. Jefferson st., Franklin, iN 46131 (317) 736-3300

johnsonmemorial.org

Hotel

Hilton Garden Inn

5255 Noggle Way Indianapolis, IN 46237 317.888.4814

12210 N. executive Dr. edinburgh, IN 46124 812.526.8600

magazine

SOUTH magazine

30 S. Water Street, Suite a Franklin, in 46131 (317) 736-2767

indysouthmag.com

newspaper

Daily Journal

30 s. water street, suite a Franklin, In 46131 (317) 736-2700

dailyjournal.net

insurance

Franklin insurance

359 n. Morton street Franklin, in 46131 (317) 736-8277

franklin-insurance.net

INVESTMENTS

Raymond James 1530 American Way, Ste. 230 Greenwood, IN 46143 (317) 885-0114

https://www.raymondjames.com/ greenwood-branch/

media

aim media indiana daily Journal

30 S. Water Street, Suite a Franklin, iN 46131 (317) 736-2730

dailyjournal.net

PIZZA

Arni’s Restaurant 1691 W. Curry Road Greenwood, IN 46143 (317) 881-0500

meetyouatarnis.com

REHABILITATION

Greenwood Village South 295 Village Lane Greenwood, IN 46143 (317) 881-2591

GreenwoodVillageSouth.com

sinus center

indianapolis sinus center 701 e. county Line rd., ste. 209

Greenwood, in 46143 (317) 215-0177

indianapolissinuscenter.com

Remodeling

gettum & Associates, inc. 4984 Smith Valley Rd, greenwood, in 46142 317-888-5681

gettum.com

SWIM LESSONS

Baxter YMCA

7900 S. Shelby Street

Indianapolis, IN 46227 (317) 881-9347

indymca.org

MORTGAGE COMPANY

Approved Mortgage

107 N State Road 135, Ste. 301 Greenwood, IN 46142 (317) 882-2255

ApprovedMortgage.com

Plumbing Johnson Heating | Cooling | Plumbing 555 industrial Drive Franklin, in 46131 (317) 881-7738

johnsoncomfort.com

Salon

Transformations Salon & Spa 8083a S. Madison ave., Indianapolis, In 46227 (317) 882-1773

transformationssalonandspa.com

WATER CONDITIONING

Petro’s Culligan of Johnson County 900 Arvin Dr., Franklin, IN 46131 (317) 736-5922

culliganindiana.com

law office

williams Barrett & wilkowski, llP 600 N emerson ave., Greenwood, iN 46143 (317) 888-1121

wbwlawyers.com

neighborhood Aberdeen 3840 n rd 500 W bargersville, in 46106 317-422-9000

aberdeenliving.com

real estate

smythe & Co., Inc. tanya smythe 2000 longest Dr., Franklin, IN (O) (317) 882-7229 (C) (317) 412-0968

SmytheRealEstate.com

senior L i V in G Greenwood Village south 295 Village Lane Greenwood, in 46143 (317) 881-2591

GreenwoodVillageSouth.com

winery

Mallow run winery

6964 whiteland rd, Bargersville, in 46106 (317) 422-1556

mallowrun.com

Calendar of Events

OngOing

movies at the historiC artCraFt theatre in downtown Franklin

For more than a century, The Historic Artcraft Theatre has been the go to for generations of moviegoers from all over Johnson County and its surrounding towns. Their website is updated every few months to reflect the latest schedule of classic movies from just about every decade of film. You can usually catch a flick on a Friday or Saturday, but they also have mid-week special events, like the year-round senior specials. In recent years, the theater has hosted screenings of current indie, international and documentary films sponsored by local film festivals. Holiday movies are planned for late November and December 2023, with tickets going on sale as early as

October. Artcraft members will be invited for early bird access to those tickets when available.

Information: historicartcrafttheatre.org

exPlore 200 years oF loC al history

The Johnson County Museum of History, 135 N. Main Street, Franklin, regularly displays artifacts and hosts unique events as they relate to the area from prior to Indiana’s statehood up to present day. The Johnson County Bicentennial Exhibit opens on Sept. 14.

You can also celebrate the bicentennial on “Heritage Day” from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sept. 30, which will feature historic interpreters and hands-on activities for all ages.

Starting in early December, check out the annual “Dec-a-Trees’’ event, which will include photos with Santa on Saturdays and

mallow run winery

casting a vote for your favorite tree. Admission is free.

Museum hours: Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Information: johnsoncountymuseum.org

Johnson County PubliC library events

There are a variety of free programs and events that are available for patrons of all ages, including story times, crafting for a cause, robotics, STEAM learning, book discussion groups, explorations of local history and other opportunities to connect and support the community and the locations around the county.

Information: pageafterpage.org

oFF-broadway gallery

In addition to offering art classes year-round, members of the Southside Art League display their work in the Off-Broadway Gallery, 299 E. Broadway, Greenwood, open to the public Wednesday to Saturday from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. The theme of the art on display is “In Bloom” through the end of September, and will be followed by “Black and White” until the end of the year.

The gallery will feature work by the following artists: Victoria Gillieron in September, Brenda Hull in October, Melanie Wissel and Mark Millis in November and will finish off the year in December with the annual SALI Members Christmas Show. Opening receptions typically take place on selected Fridays from 6-8 p.m.

Information: southsideartleague.org/pages/ gallery.html

events at the greenwood PubliC library

Try a new craft, participate in story time, explore technology or learn more about what the Greenwood Public Library has to offer for adults, families and kids at various learning levels when it comes to educating the public with mostly free events at the library and around town. Information: greenwoodlibrary.us

Johnson County antique and vintage market

Explore two buildings full of antique furniture, jewelry and other goodies from Indiana and neighboring states. Located at 250 Fairground Street, Franklin, the market will be open on Sept. 9, Oct. 14, Nov. 11 and Dec. 9 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Admission is $2 for adults and free for anyone 18 and under.

Information: jcantiquemarket.com

tours and tastings at mallow run winery

Call 317-422-1556 or e-mail info@mallowrun. com to schedule a tour of the Mallow Run

Winery’s grounds, their Tasting Room and the Production Building. Located at 6964 W. Whiteland Road, Bargersville, Mallow Run also offers year-round events, including specialty wine releases, outdoor concerts through the fall and other activities open to the public.

Information: mallowrun.com/visit

through sePt. 16 – Franklin Farmers market

Purchase fruits and vegetables, arts and crafts and much more local fare every Saturday from 8 a.m.-noon. The Franklin Farmers Market continues through mid-September at the amphitheater at Youngs Creek Park, 237 W. Monroe Street, Franklin.

Information: (317) 346-1258 or discoverdowntownfranklin.com/farmers-market

through sePt. 23 –

market

greenwood Farmers

Located in the parking lot for Greenwood United Methodist Church, 525 N. Madison Avenue in Greenwood. For more than three decades, the Greenwood Farmers Market has connected residents with local producers and vendors. All products are clearly labeled as either local or Indiana grown. Check out old and new vendors of produce and locally made goods. Open Saturdays from 8 a.m.noon.

Information: See Facebook @Greenwood Indiana Farmers Market.

through sePt. 27 – bargersville Farmers market

Visit downtown Bargersville Wednesday evenings during September for fresh and local produce and products and for the special events slated for each week, including several family-friendly educational events throughout the season. There will be a kids’ market on Sept. 13 from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesdays at 24 N. Main Street, Bargersville. Information: facebook.com/BargersvilleMainStreet

through oC t. 31 – Fall Festivities at aPPle works. Live music during weekends, in addition to apples and apple desserts, the pumpkin patch, and fall fun for kids. During the last weekend of October, the season wraps up with a bonfire and cookout. Fall activities take place

Saturdays and Sundays in September and October, and the farm’s fall hours are Tuesday through Sunday. Free admission. 8157 S. 250 W, Trafalgar. Information: apple-works. com

Classes and themed grouP and individual exhibits at Garfield Park Arts Center, 2432 Conservatory Drive, Indianapolis. Children, teens and adults can sign up for classes ranging from music lessons to sculpture to printmaking at this art center located in the middle of a city park on Indy’s Southside. Visit the website to register for upcoming classes and events. Free admission to galleries from 1-5 p.m. on weekdays and by appointment on Saturdays, class dates and registration fees vary.

Information: gpacarts.org

through oC t. 14 – greenwood outdoor ConCert series

The Greenwood Outdoor Concert Series in Craig Park, Greenwood, will continue on the same schedule as the summer concert series, Saturdays through mid-October. Admission is free with limited capacity in zoned seating that will be first come, first served.

Dream Slice will perform on Sept. 23; Sept. 30 will feature 90 Proof; That ‘90s Band will take the stage on Oct. 7; and Stella Luna will wrap up the year’s series on Oct. 14. All concerts begin at 7 p.m. in Greenwood Amphitheater in Craig Park.

Information: greenwood.in.gov/parks

SEpTEmBER

13-16 – e dinburgh Fall Festival

Visit downtown Edinburgh to celebrate all things autumn. Amenities will include a midway, local food, entertainment and more. A parade will begin at 11 a.m. on Sept. 16. Information: 812-526-3588 or edinburgh. in.us

16 – t enth a nnual a rt s quared

Learn about local artists and artisans or sign up for the popular Masterpiece in a Day Competition in Fountain Square, 924 Shelby Street, Indianapolis. Create a sculpture, painting, drawing or other two- or threedimensional artwork all in just a few hours. There is no theme, but BYOFS – bring your own favorite supplies – to participate in this free competition open for all visual artists who are at least 14 years old. Art fair: 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Masterpiece in a Day Competition: register from 9-11 a.m.; create from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Winners will be announced at 5 p.m. Block Party will run from 1-7 p.m.

Information: fountainfletcher.com/artsquared

sePt. 16 – harvest moon Fall Festival. A parade and musical performances in downtown Bargersville will entertain visitors from afternoon to evening along with food trucks and craft vendors throughout the day. 12-9 p.m. Information: bargersvillemainstreet.org

16 – Farm girl merC antile anniversary

Celebrate the sixth anniversary of this Franklin boutique, 436 E. Jefferson St., and home decor store with outdoor vendors, make-and-take crafts, pumpkins and mums. The boutique will also host two similar events: The second annual PumpkinFest on Oct. 21 and their annual outdoor Christmas Market on Nov. 18, both scheduled to run from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: facebook.com/farmgirlmerc

21 – JCCF golF outing

Support the Johnson County Community Foundation, Hickory Stick Golf Club, 4422 Hickory Stick Blvd., Greenwood, while spending a day on the links. Registrations are due in early September, but if you miss the deadline, visit the website for registration information. Registration begins at 11 a.m. and the shotgun start will be at 12:30 p.m.

Information: jccf.org/3rd-annual-golf-outing

22-30 – streisand at the luxe

Three vocalists will perform a tribute to Barbra Streisand, featuring her biggest hits from film, Broadway and other well-loved staples. Shows are on Fridays at 2:30 and 7:30 p.m., and Saturdays at 7:30 p.m. The Luxe, 916 E. Main Street, Greenwood, will also welcome a Halloween-themed show called “Witches Brew”

in October, a tribute to Broadway show tunes in November and will offer many opportunities to enjoy holiday hits throughout December. Individual tickets for shows at this cabaret-style theater start at $25. Information: onstageliveattheluxe.com

23 – a bit oF whimsy Fall market

Discover more than 70 local artisans and vendors, food trucks and a pumpkin patch while enjoying the sweet smell of kettle corn and supporting the Boys and Girls Club. Located at 101 Hurricane St., Franklin, and the market is open 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Information: facebook.com/weallneedwhimsy

23 – wine at the line

Support local Johnson County charities and organizations through the Johnson County Community Foundation at this annual five-mile run and 5k walk-run at Mallow Run Winery, 6964 W. Whiteland Road, Bargersville. Runs from noon-6 p.m. and is $40 for pre-registration or $50 on the day of the event. Registration fee includes the post-race celebration. Information: mallowrun.com/wine-atthe-line

24 – “ m inions: t he r ise o F g ru”

Johnson County Public Library and Johnson County Parks and Recreation, 2100 S. Morgantown Road, Greenwood, will provide the popcorn to families coming to see the 2022 Minions installment, and this is just one of their movie offerings in Independence Park this year. Free admission and the movie runs from 8:15-10 p.m.

Information: jocoparks.com

sePt. 29 through oC t. 29 – Fall Fun weekends

Find your way through a corn maze, marvel at a barn filled with corn kernels, jump on a hayride, visit farm animals, pick pumpkins and enjoy snacks at Kelsay Farms LLC, 6848 N. County Road 250 E, Whiteland, on Fridays from 6-9 p.m.; Saturdays from noon to 9 p.m.; and Sundays from noon-6 p.m. Open 9 a.m.-6 p.m. weekdays from Oct. 9-20 for Fall Break. Information: kelsayfarms. com/fall-1

24 – g reater g reenwood Community b and Fall Con C ert

This local, volunteer band has traveled to perform all over the country, but will be in their hometown for the annual fall show. Like all of their shows, this concert is designed to entertain the entire family. Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged. This free concert takes place at the Surina Square Amphitheater, 100 Surina Way, Greenwood, and will be from 6-7:30 p.m. Information: greenwoodband.org

26 – “ d emons” with g oblin

The Historic Artcraft Theatre will host the first stop on a tour of screenings of “Demons.” A cult classic made in 1985 and about a mysterious movie, will feature the live soundtrack by Dario Argento, and be performed by Goblin, led by composer and keyboardist Claudio Simonetti, “Dawn of the Dead,” who has collaborated with Argento.

After the show, there will be a brief intermission before the performers deliver an additional performance of quintessential Goblin material and “best of” songs and scores set to their cinematic counterparts. General admission tickets are $45 in advance. Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m.

Information: tonedeaftouring.com/demons

27 – s outh m agazine’s l adies n ight o ut

Plan for a fun evening with friends featuring local vendors, live music and giveaways from 5:30-8:30 p.m. at The Sycamore at Mallow Run, 7070 Whiteland Road, Bargersville.

Information: 317-736-2767.

29 – m ovies in the Park

Bring refreshments and lawn chairs for a free screening of a recent, family-friendly movie at the Greenwood Amphitheater. Movie starts at sundown.

Information: greenwood.in.gov/events

29- oC t. 8 – “Four o ld b roads”

Our Town Players in Franklin guarantees hearty laughs with this comedy about a retired burlesque performer and her friends at Magnolia Place Assisted Living. Tickets are $8 in advance, $10 day of show. Shows are Sept. 29, 30, Oct. 1, 6, 7 and 8 at the Active Adults Center, 160 E. Adams Street, Franklin.

Information: facebook.com/ ourtownplayers

30 – Franklin Fall Festival

Finishing up the second annual Concert Series at DriveHubler.com Amphitheater at Youngs Creek Park, celebrate the bicentennial of Johnson County. The event

oC t. 2-30 – sC areCrow madness

To be included in the contest before Oct. 2, order a kit for $30 and decorate and display your scarecrow in front of your home or business. Proceeds will benefit various local charities, based on your location. Throughout October, check out your neighbors’ creative approaches to these characters around Johnson County. This year’s categories will include Bicentennial, Kid’s Choice, Animal Lovers, Bands/Singers, Holiday, Fairytale and Creator’s Choice.

Information: scarecrowmadness.com

will feature live music by Mellencougar, a John Mellencamp tribute band, as well as a beer and wine garden, food trucks, a parade, dozens of local vendors and fireworks. Festival: 10 a.m.-10 p.m. at 237 W. Monroe St., Franklin.

Information: franklinparks.org

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6-28 – sali national abstraC t art exhibition xix

A juried event open to artists around the country and sponsored by the Southside Art League Inc. will open with a reception on Oct. 6, and artwork will be for sale and on display through Oct. 28 at Garfield Park Arts Center.

Information: southsideartleague.org

7 – harvest Festival

Mallow Run Winery celebrates fall with a family-friendly affair of food trucks, crafts for the kiddos, local vendors, live music, and, of course, wine, including apple cider wine slushies. Admission is free and festivities run from noon-6 p.m. with live music by Heartstone Crossing from 2-5 p.m.

Information: mallowrun.com.

14 – CamP-o-ween

Advanced registration is required for children to participate in games, activities, a costume contest and campsite decorating contest. Located at the Johnson County Park Campsites and Welcome Center, 2949 East North Street, Nineveh, the games run from 3-7 p.m.

Information: jocoparks.com

oC t. 20 – monster mash

Wear your spookiest or kookiest Halloween costume to Greenwood Parks’ annual party at Craig Park, 10 E. Smith Valley Road, Greenwood, from 6-8:30 p.m. Family-friendly activities will include trick-or-treating, music, dancing, food and a hayride. General admission is free and $5 VIP access is available to purchase on the week of the event.

Information: greenwood.in.gov/ events

18 – y oga and w ine

Get your stretch on, then relax with some wine at this monthly yoga event led by Studio You Yoga. For $15, you’ll enjoy a yoga class and a full glass of wine. Bar opens at 6 p.m. and yoga starts at 6:30 p.m. at the Mallow Run Winery, 6964 West Whiteland Road, Bargersville. Information: mallowrun.com

21-22 – hoosier Fall Festival

Visitors can discover almost 100 vendors, new and returning food trucks, artisans and small businesses at the Johnson County Fairgrounds from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Saturday; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Sunday. Information: hoosierfallfestival.com

22 – halloween ConCert

Expect some tricks and a few treats when the Greater Greenwood Community Band plays Halloween-inspired tunes while dressed in costume at the Greenwood Community High School, 615 Smith Valley Road from 6-7:15

p.m. Audience members are also encouraged to wear costumes. Admission is free and there will also be dancers, goody bags and snacks for all.

Information: greenwoodband.org

28 – Franklin h alloween town

This annual family-friendly event will start at 9 a.m. with a Halloween Hustle Fun Run and will continue with food vendors and activities from 11 a.m.-

7 p.m. in downtown Franklin at 237 W. Monroe Street. There will be safe trick or treating from stores and trucks from 5-7 p.m.

Information: franklinparks.org

28 – h alloween Parade

Greenwood will host an all-ages costumed parade beginning in Craig Park at 5 p.m. Dress in costume and line up along the parade route on Main Street, Madison Avenue and Surina Way for free candy.

Information: greenwood.in.gov/events

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3-5 – d owntown Franklin h oliday

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Now in its 11th year, downtown Franklin retailers, restaurants and businesses will welcome local and out-of-town visitors for holiday shopping from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Information: discoverdowntownfranklin.org

17-18 – old town greenwood holiday

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Meet the Grinch (and Santa) at this annual event to spotlight Greenwood small businesses from 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 17; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on Nov. 18, including a lighted parade on Nov. 18 at 5:30 p.m. Information: facebook.com/DiscoverOldTownGreenwood.

16 – iCe skating at the amPhitheater

Bring the family for a skate around a synthetic ice rink at the Franklin Amphitheater as part of an arrangement between Franklin Parks Department and Festival Country.

Open weekends in mid-November through Dec. 9, the rink will be open 5-9 p.m. on Thursdays (closed Thanksgiving); 5-10 p.m. on Fridays (open noon-10 p.m. on Nov. 24); noon-10 p.m. on Saturdays; and noon-8 p.m. on Sundays.

Bring your own skates or rent a pair on site. Admission will be $5 for one hour of skating. Information: festivalcountryindiana. com/ice-skating-at-the-amphitheater

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deC. 2 – winter market and holiday lighting

The Johnson County Courthouse Holiday Lighting takes place as part of a day-long celebration in downtown Franklin while the Historic Artcraft will screens a traditional holiday film. Admission is free for activities lasting all day and the official first illumination of the town’s holiday lights will take place after sunset.

Information: discoverdowntownfranklin.com

18 – h oliday Cra F t and g i F t s how

More than 100 vendors will be selling homemade gifts, home décor, women and children’s boutique items, jewelry, makeup and more to help you get ahead on holiday shopping. The event is presented by the Greenwood High School Athletic Department and admission is $2. The show will be held at the Greenwood Community High School, 615 Smith Valley Road from 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Information: greenwoodholidaycraftfair.org.

18 – w ellness d ay

Take care of yourself and your loved ones from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at the Greenwood Public Library’s Wellness Day. The library, 310 Meridian Street, will offer chair yoga for adults, therapeutic

art sessions for all ages (register ahead of time), a sensory room, tea break, puzzle swap, creating a calming, fidget craft in The Studio and take part in more activities designed to destress you before the holiday season.

Information: greenwoodlibrary.us/calendar#/events

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1-23 – h oliday s troll at k elsay Farms

Enjoy a peaceful walk to relax your mind while raising your holiday spirits at Kelsay Farms, 6848 N. County Road 250 E., Whiteland. Family photos are encouraged, and hot cocoa will be served by a warm fireplace from 6-9 p.m. on Dec. 1-3, 8-10 and 15-23.

Information: kelsayfarms.com/holiday.

2 – kid City Christmas

This annual holiday gathering at the Greenwood Amphitheater, 100 Surina Way, is when children have an opportunity to ride a train through the Lighted Trail, enjoy a holiday movie, drink hot cocoa, get photos with Santa and make a Christmas craft. Tickets are $5 and go on sale Nov. 1.

Information: greenwood.in.gov/events

9 – greater greenwood Community band holiday ConCert

Spend some quality time with the family and your community with holiday-themed tunes and treats at the Franklin Community High School at 6 p.m. Admission is free.

Information: greenwoodband.org

3-31 – the lighted trail Walk through Amphitheater Park in Greenwood, 100 Surina Way, to enjoy 85 lit trees, more than a dozen figures, five arches, a candy cane tunnel, 7-foot tall candy canes, 3,600 lights on the bridge and 10 light poles, totaling almost 43,000 lights.

Information: greenwood. in.gov/events

Harvest Time

Pumpkins, flowers and apples surround the pipe organ at Greenwood Presbyterian Church.

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