A Lasting Smile
PUBLISHER
LYNDSEY BROWN lyndsey@townepost.com (317) 402-0569
KEY CONTRIBUTORS
SARAH BROWNING
MICHAEL DURR SUE FINKAM
MELISSA GIBSON
CHRISTY HEITGER-EWING
ROBERT JONES
JEFF WORRELL
JULIE YATES
TOWNE POST NETWORK, INC.
FOUNDER, CEO TOM BRITT tom@townepost.com (317) 496-3599
PRESIDENT JEANNE BRITT jeanne@townepost.com (317) 810-0011
PRODUCTION COORDINATOR ERIN TURK
CREATIVE DIRECTORS VAL AUSTIN TONI EADS
MANAGING EDITOR DEVON DEAN
COPY EDITOR
JON SHOULDERS
TOWNE POST NETWORK, INC. 8800 North Street, Suite 117 Fishers, IN 46038 Phone/Text: (317) 810-0011
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APRIL-MAY PROGRAMS
SENSORY POURING & ABSTRACT ART
MONDAYS, APRIL 14-APRIL 28 | AGES 6+
MONON COMMUNITY CENTER | $58
LITTLE ARTIST SERIES
through fun, hands-on activities designed to unleash each individuals’ imagination. Choose between Drawing & Sketching, Acrylic &
YOUTH FITNESS SWIMMING
LIFEGUARDING, BLENDED LEARNING
Completion of these two week-long online courses and two-day in-person skills training will earn you an American Red Cross Lifeguarding and CPR/AED/First Aid for the Professional Rescuer certification. Participants must be able to attend all scheduled classes for the session and complete the online portion before the start of the scheduled class dates.
all four competitive strokes, while guiding them through workouts to build their endurance in the water. Swimmers should have some knowledge of freestyle, breaststroke, backstroke and butterfly and be able to swim at least one length of the pool independently.
Monon Community Center 1235 Central Park Drive East, Carmel, IN 46032 carmelclayparks.com/program-offerings/ 317.848.7275
Join us for an exciting and scenic summer adventure across Carmel parks!
Every week, we'll highlight a scenic trail in a beautiful park or greenway, perfect for running or walking at your own pace.
When: June 16 - August 10
Where: A different park or greenway each week — featuring eight trails!
Who: Open to all fitness levels!
Prize for Finishers – Complete all eight trails and enter to win awesome prizes!
SCAN TO REGISTER NOW!
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TOURISM SPOTLIGHT
Spring is Closer Than You Think
There are plenty of things to do with your family right here in Hamilton County. Get out of the house and take your kids on family-friendly adventures at local parks and attractions to beat the winter blues. Relish the elevated cuisine and dig into our flavorful foodie scene.
CONNER PRAIRIE
Spring is when the outdoor grounds at Conner Prairie in Fishers come alive. Your first stop should be the Animal Encounters barn to visit with the baby goats and sheep. Take a ride high in the sky on the 1859 Balloon Voyage, as weather permits. On a clear day, you can even see the downtown Indianapolis skyline. Then, make your way to Treetop Outpost to explore a four-story treehouse, connect with nature and see stunning views of the White River.
The newest exhibit, Promised Land as Proving Ground is the newest permanent exhibit at Conner Prairie. This exhibit takes visitors on a powerful journey through Black history, from pre-colonial Africa to present-day America, highlighting the cultural significance of food, fellowship, family, and faith as pillars of resilience and strength throughout the Black experience.
STRAWTOWN KOTEEWI PARK
Did you know this is Hamilton County’s largest park at more than 800 acres? There’s more to explore beyond the eight miles of trails. Book a guided horseback trail ride or pony ride with Koteewi Stables & Trails. Or, try your hand at using a bow and arrow at Koteewi Range. If you want a thrilling adventure, visit Koteewi Adventure Park to conquer treetop trails, ziplines and your fear of heights.
PARKS AND TRAILS
Hamilton County has 600+ miles of trails and dozens of great parks. Get your bikes out of the garage and pedal along the Monon Trail, connecting through Sheridan, Westfield, Carmel and south to Indianapolis. Must-see parks in the area for families include local favorites like Central Park in Carmel, Flat Fork Creek Park in Fishers, Forest Park in Noblesville and Cool Creek Park and Nature Center in Westfield.
IKEA AND TOPGOLF
Fun fact: Fishers is home to Indiana’s only IKEA and Topgolf. Even if you’re not redesigning your home, IKEA is a fun place to explore. You could even create your own scavenger hunt or “I Spy” challenge to keep the kids entertained. After all that shopping, head across the street to Topgolf, a premier entertainment venue where you can challenge each other to addictive point-scoring golf games – no experience necessary.
INDOOR ATTRACTIONS
Spring weather in Indiana can be unpredictable. If the forecast calls for a rainy day, take your adventure inside and visit the indoor waterpark at the Monon Community Center, The Escape Room, K1 Speed, Laser Flash or Pinheads for all-day entertainment.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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CARMEL HAMBONE’S TRIVIA
Sun King Carmel Distillery, 351 Monon Blvd. 7 - 9 PM sunkingbrewing.com
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STORYTIME AT COOL CREEK PARK
Cool Creek Park - Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 E. 151st St. 10:30 - 11:30 AM hamiltoncounty.in.gov
WEEKDAY WANDERS
AROUND THE COMMUNITY, 2025
Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd. 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Find a deeper connection with nature as you explore the trails at Conner Prairie on a guided stroll. connerprairie.org
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FRIENDS & DONORS
NIGHT AT THE SPRING BOOK SALE
Carmel Clay Public Library, 425 E. Main St. 4 - 7 PM
A special preview night for members of the CCPL Foundation Friends and donors. Just $10 for a bag of used books, movies and more. Presented by the CCPL Foundation Friends. carmelclaylibrary.org
THE NATURE ACADEMY
Cool Creek Park - Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 E. 151st St. 6:30 - 8:30 PM hamiltoncounty.in.gov
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SPRING BOOK SALE
Carmel Clay Public Library, 425 E. Main St. 9 AM - 5 PM
Discover great bargains on used books during these special sale dates. Just $10 for a bag of books! Presented by the CCPL Foundation Friends. carmelclaylibrary.org
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MUD CRAFTERS
Cool Creek Park - Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 E. 151st St. 10:30 - 11:30 AM hamiltoncounty.in.gov
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CARMEL SWIM ACADEMY - SWIM LESSONS
Visit this welcoming facility designed with your family in mind, offering exceptional programming and the highest-quality swim instruction for all ages and abilities.
NATURE PRESCHOOL EXPLORERS
Cool Creek Park - Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 E. 151st St. 10:30 - 11:30 AM hamiltoncounty.in.gov
Spying on Nature with Trail Cams Cool Creek Park - Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 E. 151st St. 1 - 2 PM hamiltoncounty.in.gov
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BEGINNING BIRD HIKE
Cool Creek Park - Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 E. 151st St. 8:30 - 9:30 AM hamiltoncounty.in.gov
SPRING ANIMAL PROGRAMS - SILLY SAFARIS
Cool Creek Park - Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 E. 151st St. 11 AM - 12 PM hamiltoncounty.in.gov
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SPRING MANSION OPEN HOUSE
Coxhall Gardens, 11677 Towne Rd. 1 - 4 PM hamiltoncounty.in.gov
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COXHALL MANSION TOUR
Coxhall Gardens, 11677 Towne Rd. 4 - 5:30 PM hamiltoncounty.in.gov
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COXHALL CHILDREN’S GARDEN TOUR
Coxhall Gardens, 11677 Towne Rd. 11 AM - 12 PM hamiltoncounty.in.gov
My Big Fat Greek Kitchen
COOKING CLASS
A Cut Above | Catering | Classes | Events | 12955 Old Meridian St., Unit 104
6 - 9 PM
Join our Greek cooking class! Discover the flavors of Greece as you prepare delicious dishes and learn traditional culinary secrets. eventbrite.com
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CARMEL MARATHON PASTA DINNER
11925 N. Meridian St.
5 - 9:30 PM
Join us for a mouthwatering pasta feast at the Carmel Marathon Pasta Dinner, where carb-loading and good vibes collide! eventbrite.com
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CARMEL MARATHON WEEKEND
Carter Green, 10 Carter Green
8 AM
The Carmel Marathon Weekend returns for its 15th year in 2025. One of the top Boston Marathon qualifying events, the Carmel Marathon is known for fast times and ideal conditions. indyrunners.org
EARTH DAY OPEN HOUSE
Cool Creek Nature Center, 2000-1 E. 151st St. 9 AM - 2 PM hamiltoncounty.in.gov
EASTER PARADE
The Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Carter Green 4 PM
Celebrate spring and Easter weekend with family at the Palladium!
CARMEL MAGAZINE
STOUT’S FOOTWEAR
Writer / Christy Heitger-Ewing Photographer / Robert Jones
In the mid-1800s, shoes were cobbled, custom made for each individual’s feet. In the latter part of the 1800s, when factories started making shoes, shoe stores began springing up. One of those stores was Harry Stout & Company, located on Massachusetts Avenue in Indianapolis. Founded in 1886 by Harry Stout and William Bristor, Edward Stout later replaced Bristor as partner. Future generations carried on the family business, and today Stout’s Footwear is run by Brad Stout and his wife, Stephanie.
When Brad joined the business in 1982, it wasn’t uncommon for stores to have animals in them.
“At one point we had monkeys, and when I was growing up we had a bird,” says Brad. “That’s why we have Ripley, the macaw in the downtown store.”
The original Stout’s Carmel location, which opened in 1985, was torn down three years ago, and they built a brand-new modern facility in the same location. They now have four locations: downtown Indy, Carmel, Greenwood and Brownsburg.
The shoe industry has evolved dramatically over the past 100 years. Materials have changed. Styles have changed. What people wear out on the street has changed. Through it all, Stout’s Footwear has thrived, and that’s due in large part to their ability to pivot.
“Years ago when shoes were made in the U.S., Stout’s bought the defected shoes and then they had a cobbler fix those defects and sold them at a discount,” says Stephanie, managing director. “When the Walmarts and Rack Room Shoes came along, we pivoted to offer the higher-end, quality sizes and widths.”
carefully curate their
selection of shoes, which includes unique brands from Australia, Austria, Germany, Spain, Portugal and Brazil. Their premier brands are Hoka, Birkenstock, New Balance, Dansko, Brooks and Pikolinos. They also carry Stride Rite, which is a big deal since all Stride Rite shoe stores are gone.
“Of all the demographics that need to be measured, babies and toddlers are one of the most important,” Stephanie says.
Aside from their quality merchandise, Stout’s Footwear provides exceptional personalized customer service.
“Unlike big-box stores, we offer the sitand-fit experience that has become very unique,” says Stephanie. “Hardly anyone does it anymore, and people really value that service.”
This personalized customer service experience includes not just measuring feet, but also asking the right questions to point the customer to the right footwear for them.
“We ask what kind of work they do; are they teachers, nurses, warehouse workers?” Stephanie says. “If they’re going on a trip, we ask what kinds of activities they plan to do. Will they be hiking or walking a ton?”
Often a customer will purchase something that they never would have picked out
themselves without the salesperson’s guidance. For instance, if you suffer with plantar fasciitis or you own custom orthotics, you might do better with a certain shoe over another.
“If your feet hurt, everything hurts,” says Stephanie, who notes that wearing the wrong shoe size can damage your feet. On average, feet will grow two sizes after you think you’ve finished growing. And did you know that your left foot can be bigger than your right? Or that the number of people who wear wide shoes has doubled in the last 20 years? This is why the sit-and-fit experience is so crucial.
“Getting the right size solves 99% of foot problems,” Stephanie says.
In addition to shoes, Stout’s also sells athletic socks, upgraded inserts, bags and a limited supply of outerwear.
“At our downtown Indy store, whenever there’s a Colts game and the opposing team is from a warm locale, they’re never prepared for the cold weather, so they stop in to buy socks, boots and clothes,”
Stephanie says.
Stout’s Footwear is committed to giving back to the community, so they regularly participate in various donations and drives.
“We love supporting Back on My Feet, a national organization that helps people who are transitioning from homelessness or other bad situations,” Stephanie says. Back on My Feet empowers people to achieve economic independence through fitness and community.
“This organization gets people involved in running and walking groups, and moving is vital for mental health,” Stephanie says.
Each year secret shoppers are sent to every independent footwear retailer in the country to assess the customer service
experience. For the last two years Stout’s Footwear has won a gold service medal from Footwear Insight, and this year they came in fifth place in the nation.
Stephanie and Brad love welcoming both loyal and new customers.
“I have a customer who for the last 20 years has driven two hours to see me,” Stephanie says. “And just last week someone came hobbling in off the street because of foot pain. I fit them with a pair of shoes, and they said that was the most pain-free they have felt in forever.”
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1008 W. Main Street, Carmel, IN 317-848-5432
stoutsfootwear.com
A Lasting Smile
Writer / Christy Heitger-Ewing Photographer / Sarah Browning
Having a dream is wonderful, but sometimes the idea of pursuing it can feel overwhelming. Dr. Gagandeep Bath, who has been working as a dentist since 2015, confided in her husband, Sunny, that one day she would love to open her own dental practice. Last year he found the perfect opportunity to do so in Carmel.
“I told him I wasn’t ready, but he assured me that I was and encouraged me to go for it,” says Bath. In November 2024 they opened a newly constructed, 5,000-square-foot practice called Smile N’ Style Dental. It is pristine, welcoming and decorated with wallpaper shipped from Italy.
“People have said that this looks more like a five-star resort than a dental clinic,” Sunny says.
Offering a wide range of cosmetic solutions, family care and restorative treatments, Bath provides the very best in dental care by utilizing an array of specialized skills. Bath is a TMJ and oral facial pain specialist who has also earned certifications in dental implants, facial esthetics, soft-tissue surgeries, and dental sleep medicine. This means that she can use oral appliance therapy to treat sleepdisordered breathing such as snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.
“A lot of patients assume that using a CPAP machine is the only option they have to treat such problems, but some patients find the CPAP machines too cumbersome, making a sleep appliance the better option,” Bath says.
At Smile N’ Style, they offer same-day treatments (e.g., crowns and mouth guards). Plus, they do the majority of their procedures in-house. In addition, they are among the first clinics in Indiana to offer advanced equipment and technologies such as laser machines so that patients can enjoy pain-free dentistry options.
Bath began using laser treatments a year and a half ago at her other clinic, Global Smiles Dental, located on Indy’s south side. Many dentists don’t use lasers because they are not yet trained, but Bath supports continuing education and always stays abreast of
new technologies and treatments.
Bath is so passionate about dentistry that she works seven days a week. She is especially empathetic to the patient who is grappling with mouth pain and unable to find relief because they can’t get in to see a dentist.
“This is a gap that I wanted to bridge,” she says. “I want to be the dentist who is available when patients need me.” During the COVID pandemic when everything shut down, Bath refused to do the same because she didn’t want her patients to suffer. Therefore, during the COVID lockdown she wore multiple gowns, masks and gloves, and showed up to treat her patients.
“She cares for people so much,” Sunny says. “She cares about her patients’ finances as well. If you don’t need something done, she will try to save your tooth and save you money.”
Early in Bath’s career, a patient came in for a routine checkup. While examining him, she noticed that there was something going on in his mouth that wasn’t normal. To Bath’s trained eye, she knew something was amiss. The man got a biopsy done, and it turns out
he had stage 2 oral cancer. He went through chemotherapy and radiation and made a complete recovery.
“He stills comes to me after 11 years and is doing perfectly fine,” Bath says. “Every time he sees me, he thanks me for saving his life.”
Seeing a dentist who specializes in TMJ and oral facial pain is not only helpful for identifying potential issues and education about such problems, but is also beneficial to a patient who experiencing chronic oral pain. Bath recently had a patient who complained that he had been dealing with pain in his jaw, neck, shoulder and head for months. He had been to chiropractor, physicians, and even a psychiatrist who prescribed antidepressants. One doc told him to have his heart checked. Another suggested that the weather was causing his issues. The truth was he had TMJ issues and oral facial pain problems.
“It was such a simple diagnosis, but these other doctors made it so complicated,” says Bath, who works with a licensed, certified, highly qualified team who has been by her side for years.
“They bring so much value to the practice,” Bath says.
She appreciates them so much that she has treated them to several all-expenses-paid
vacations, including trips to Puerto Rico, Florida and Colorado.
“It’s her way of thanking her staff for being so loyal,” says Sunny. “They are like family to us.”
Bath is also committed to giving back to the community, so her practice sponsors the Carmel High School softball team and is looking to do additional sponsorships in the future.
In addition to Smile N’ Style, Bath and her husband also own Global Smiles Dental, a clinic that Bath helped grow substantially. Through the years she has built a name for herself in the Indy area, especially among the Indian community.
At Smile N’ Style they see patients from one month old to 100-plus years old.
“My wife is so good with children,” Sunny says.
If you are in need of dental work or are experiencing any oral facial pain, contact Bath today. The practice is accepting new patients and can often get patients in within a day or two. They also allow walk-ins. Patients can call to make an appointment or book online.
Smile N’ Style Dental Care of Carmel is located at 11591 Westfield Boulevard, Suite 200 in Carmel. For more information, call 317-836-5211 or visit smilenstyledentalcarmel.com.
A MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR
My role as mayor continues to inspire me every day. It’s a great privilege and a profound responsibility to lead such a special community that is brimming with diverse talents, amazing experiences and limitless potential.
The City of Carmel provides a highly sought-after quality of life to people of all ages and backgrounds, and I welcome you to join them in taking advantage of all our city has to offer.
We are immensely proud of our safe neighborhoods, and it’s no surprise that safety stands out as what our residents most appreciate about Carmel. And that’s just the beginning! Excellent schools, beautiful parks and trails, along with a thriving tapestry of culture and diverse attractions round out the unique Carmel experience. And all this conveniently situated in central Indiana, where we enjoy a strong local economy that offers an ideal place to live, work, raise a family and enjoy life experiences with friends.
New residents looking to get involved have a wealth of opportunities. From city events and activities to concerts at the Palladium or recreational sports leagues through Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation,
Carmel is known for outdoor living year-round. The options abound in every season, with beloved winter traditions like the Carmel Christkindlmarkt and lacing up for a few laps at the Ice at Carter Green.
Carmel is special because of its people - our residents and business leaders, as well as the amazing city staff who maintain a world-class quality of life for those who visit or call Carmel home. Our city team takes great pride in their work, and we value input from residents, so I encourage you to reach out with questions, volunteer for an event, or attend a commission or board meeting that interests you. You will often find me out and about at one of our many coffee shops, restaurants or unique retail offerings; I look forward to connecting with you and hearing about your Carmel experience.
The City of Carmel is truly a city on the move, and I wish you many wonderful years here, surrounded by the friendly people and the array of experiences that make us truly unique.
We’re so glad that you’re here!
Mayor Sue Finkam
2025 CARMEL CLAY PARKS & RECREATION PROGRAMS
NATURE
KNEE HIGH NATURALIST
May 2-23; Aug. 8-29 10-11am Fridays; 1-5 years; $30
PARENT/CHILD SWIM LESSONS
Various times/days 6 months-2 years; $52
AQUATIC
PRESCHOOL SWIM LESSONS
Various times/days 3-5 years; $68
LEARN TO SWIM LESSONS
Various times/days 6-14 years; $82
SEA DRAGONS SWIM TEAM
May 19-Jul. 30
6-8pm Mon./Wed.; 5-14 years; $225
ADULT SWIM LESSONS
Various times/days 15+ years; $82
FLOWBOARDING
Jun. 2-Jul. 31
Mon.-Thu. 10-10:50am; 6+ years; $60
LIFEGUARDING, BLENDED LEARNING
Monthly sessions
8am-6pm Sat./Sun.; 15+ years; $250
ADULT/PEDIATRIC FIRST
AID, CPR AND AED
May 6; Jun. 14; Jul. 15; Aug. 11 15+ years; $85
MONON MIXERS
Jun. 13; Jun. 27; Jul. 11; Jul. 25; Aug. 8; Aug. 22
8-10pm Friday; 21+ years; $25
PRESCHOOL SPLASH BASH
Aug. 4; Aug. 11 11am-2pm Mon.; Less than 6 years; $17
ADAPTIVE
ADAPTIVE 5K
May 17
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; All ages; $20
SENSORY-FRIENDLY SWIM
Jun. 3; Jun. 17; Jul. 1; Jul. 15; Jul. 29; Aug. 12
7:30-9:30pm; All ages; $22
ADAPTIVE OPEN FLOW
Jun. 2-Aug 25
7:30-9pm; 6+ years; $13
ADAPTIVE DRAWING AND PAINTING
May; Jun.; Jul.; Aug. 6-6:45pm and 7-7:45pm Mon./ Tue.; 6+ years; $75
ADAPTIVE INTRO TO FITNESS TRAINING
Jun. 4-25; Jul. 2-30 4-4:45pm; 13-17 years; $62
ADAPTIVE FANTASTIC FRIDAY
May 2; Jun. 6; Jul. 11; Aug. 1
5:30-8:30pm Friday; 18+ years; $26
ART & CULTURE
LITTLE ARTISTS SERIES
Sessions Monthly Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu. 3:30-4:40p; Fri. 1-2pm; 3-6 years; $140
JUNIOR ARTISTS SERIES
Sessions Monthly Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu. 5-6pm; Fri. 12-1pm; 6-12 years; $140
ADULT ARTISTS SERIES
Oil Painting Tue. 6pm; Watercolor Painting Tue./Thu. 6pm; Draw/ Sketch Wed. 6pm; Abstract Art Wed. 6pm; Acrylic Painting Thu. 6pm; Fri. 11am-12pm; 16+ years; $140
SPORTS
BEGINNER PICKLEBALL
May, Jun., Jul., Aug. Thu. 6-7:30pm; 15+ years; $60
INTERMEDIATE PICKLEBALL
May, Aug. Mon 6-7:30pm; 15+ years; $60
INTRO TO PICKLEBALL WORKSHOP
May 17, Jun. 21, Jul. 19, Aug. 16 Sat. 5-6:30pm; 15+ years; $15
YOUTH PICKLEBALL
May, Jun., Jul., Aug. Thu. 4-4:50pm; 9-14 years; $42
SKATEBOARDING
Mar. 22-Apr. 26, May 10-Jun. 7, Jun. 21-Jul. 26, Aug. 9-Sep. 6 Sat. 9-10am, 10-11am; 6-12 years; $60
SENIOR
BRIDGE CLUB
May 5-Aug. 25 Mon. 9:30am-12:30pm
WELLNESS
ON THE TRAIL TO FITNESS
May, Jun., Jul., Aug. Wed. 9-10am; 15+ years; $39
LUNCH AND LEARN
May 21, Jun. 11, Jul. 16, Aug. 13 Wed. 12-1pm; 15+ years; $5 + FREE Lunch
PARENT/CHILD YOGA
May 7-12; Aug. 13-27 Wed. 9:30-10:30am; 1-5 years; $65
TAI CHI LEVEL 1
May 3-Jun. 14; Jul. 2-Aug. 13 Sat. 8:30-9am; Wed. 1-1:30pm; 16+ years; $59
TAI CHI LEVEL 2
May 3-Jun. 14; Jul. 2-Aug. 13 Sat. 10:30-11am; Mon. 1-1:30pm; 16+ years; $59
TAI CHI LEVEL 3
May 3-Jun. 14; Jul. 2-Aug. 13 Mon. 6-7pm; Wed. 3:30-4:30pm; 16+ years; $89
TAI CHI LEVEL 4
May 3-Jun. 14; Jul. 2-Aug. 13 Sat. 11am-12pm; Mon. 3:304:30pm; 16+ years; $89
TAI CHI LEVEL 5
May 3-Jun. 14; Jul. 2-Aug. 13 Mon. 2-3pm; Wed. 2-3pm, 6-7pm
ALLIED SOLUTIONS CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS
1 Carter Green
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: (317) 843-3800
www.thecenterpresents.org
Includes: The Palladium
1 Carter Green, Carmel, IN 46032
The Studio Theater
4 Carter Green, Carmel, IN 46032
The Booth Tarkington
3 Carter Green, Carmel, IN 46032
ACTORS THEATRE OF INDIANA
510 3rd Ave SW D
Carmel, IN 46032
The Point Theater Indianapolis is a nonprofit 501(c)3 educational organization prioritizing building character and creating a safe, happy place for its students. Audience members come to see children’s theater but leave seeing a professional-level performance that’s unlike anything else offered in the area.
CARMEL COMMUNITY PLAYERS
1950 E Greyhound Pass Box 18-302 Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 815-9387
www.carmelplayers.org/
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
(317) 669-7983
www.atistage.org
NORTH SIDE
Actors Theatre of Indiana was co-founded in 2005 by Cynthia Collins, Don Farrell, and Judy Fitzgerald with a mission to celebrate the power of theatre and contribute to enhancing the quality of life in Central Indiana by offering high-quality professional theatre performances and programs that engage, inspire, educate and entertain. An award-winning Equity professional theatre company, Actors Theatre of Indiana is the resident professional theater company at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel, Indiana and has provided 20 seasons of high-powered musical theatre productions, award-winning dramatic plays, and Indiana and world premieres.
THE CAT
254 Veterans Way
Carmel, IN 46032
thecattheatre.com
A Home for Community Arts
The vision of The Cat is to be the “OffOff-Broadway” of Carmel Indiana, giving the artists of Carmel a local, welcoming, and affordable place to play; and giving audiences an affordable place to be entertained. Sandwiched between the Carmel Arts & Design District and Monon Boulevard. The Cat offers residency for theatre companies without a home and is available for artistic events, classes, recitals, and private events.
THE POINT THEATER
1950 E Greyhound Pass, Carmel, IN 46033
(317) 721-2497
www.thepointtheater.org
“Our mission is to provide quality live dramatic and musical entertainment presentations that expand and develop creative, cultural, and educational opportunities for the entire community.”
Every individual should have access to theater, art, and culture in their daily lives. It’s the goal of Carmel Community Players to provide a medium between theater and art enthusiasts and the performers & artists themselves.
From the outset, our goal was to enable visitors to not only view live theater but also generate interest about theater and art by bringing culture into one’s valuable leisure time. We have forged many partnerships over the years and obtained many patrons who support this initiative.
Our diverse, friendly team at the Carmel Community Players is interested in learning about what each of our visitors wants to discover - whether they are young, old, big, or small - let’s get to know each other!
CARMEL INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL
W Main St, Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 600-6118
www.carmelartsfestival.org
The Carmel International Arts Festival (CIAF) is a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is Educating the Community Through the Arts. This mission is carried out through a festival held during the last weekend of September in the Arts and Design District of Carmel, Indiana. The Carmel and greater Indianapolis communities are treated to the finest samplings to purchase and take home. This juried two-day exhibition of 100-140 professional artists working in nine mediums: jewelry, paint, 3D, 2D, wood, ceramics, glass, fiber, and photography. The juried process ensures their art is unique, not
mass-produced, and of the highest of quality. Approximately 33% of the artists come from Indiana. In 2023, eight other states were represented, as well as Carmel’s international sister cities.
The artwork is also judged at the festival by jurors who are professional artists who are paid for their judging services. Ribbons are issued to the artists, including Best in Show, First, Second and Third Place Overall Awards, Best of Media, and Honorable Mention awards in the nine different art mediums. Cash awards, totaling over $7,000, are given as well.
Additionally, the Festival supports their mission through the awarding of several financial scholarships to local high school students. These scholarships are awarded based on artwork submitted to the High School Student Art Exhibit that is also presented during the festival.
CARMEL ARTS & DESIGN DISTRICT
30 West Main Street, Suite 220 Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 571-2787
carmelartsanddesign.com
Located in the heart of Old Town Carmel, Indiana, the Arts & Design District is the Midwest’s premier arts and design destination. It is home to interior designers, art galleries, showrooms, restaurants, antique stores, and a variety of specialty retail shops.
ART ON MAIN GALLERY AND GIFTS
111 W Main St Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 564-4115
www.artonmaingalleryandgifts.com
Located in the Carmel Arts & Design District, Art On Main Gallery & Gifts offers visitors a blend of traditional, contemporary, and abstract artwork and gifts in both
two and three-dimensional media as well as digital photography. We maintain a broad range of pricing on original works, prints, and gifts. Besides presenting a pleasant gallery environment where you can visit and enjoy the exhibited work with the guidance of the artist, several Art On Main artists also take commission work to meet custom tastes and design needs for both home and business.
ARTIST DEVELOPMENT COMPANY
1042 E Auman Dr Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 201- 8640
artistdevelopmentcompany.com
The focus of Artist Development Company is to be the one-stopshop for artists seeking to grow and expand their brand. As well as for organizations seeking quality entertainment for their events.
Twenty years ago, when Judy Fitzgerald moved from New York City to Carmel, she, along with Cynthia Collins and Don Farrell, had a clear goal: to celebrate the power of theater and enhance the quality of life for those in central Indiana. The trio achieved their goal by founding Actors Theatre of Indiana (ATI). For the past two decades ATI has provided high-quality, professional theater performances and programs that engage, inspire, educate and entertain.
Why art? “Because the arts save people,” says Fitzgerald, the artistic director of ATI.
Each year ATI, a professional equity theater company and the resident theater company at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts, puts on four main-stage productions (primarily musicals) at The Studio Theater, and special performances at the Palladium. While the Palladium seats 1,600 people, ATI’s Studio Theater accommodates just 165, creating an intimate setting with no bad seats in the house.
“When you take a musical that you’d usually see on a much bigger stage and put it on a smaller stage, the audience gets to experience those performances up close and personal,” says Suzanne Fleenor, the current director of the show “9 to 5”. “This enables
WORKING 9 TO 5 AND BEYOND
ACTORS THEATRE OF INDIANA CELEBRATES THE POWER OF THE ARTS
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them to interpret the show in a more intimate way.”
“9 to 5” centers around three female colleagues trying to navigate the complexities of workplace dynamics and personal challenges, who ultimately bond to confront their chauvinistic and selfcentered boss. The iconic movie starring Dolly Parton, Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda was released in 1980. The dynamic musical written by Parton is just as entertaining.
“Things have changed dramatically since 1980, when Jimmy Carter was president and fashion was somewhat terrifying,” says Fleenor. “Women were just beginning to enter the workplace, all while still managing their homes.”
At its core, “9 to 5” is about fighting for gender equality in the workplace. The message of solidarity among women has stood the test of time. The show features Violet (played by Fitzgerald), Doralee (played by Abigail Storm) and Judy (played by Devan Mathias). ATI co-founder Cynthia Collins plays Roz, a repressed woman secretly pining for her boss.
“She has a wonderful number called ‘Heart to Hart’ that’s funny and satirical,” Fleenor says. “There’s also a fantasy sequence
where the women dream about being someone other than themselves and it is just hysterical.”
The designers had a ball creating ‘70s wigs, makeup and costumes. “It’s the era that taste forgot,” Fleenor says with a smile.
The entire production, running Thursdays through Sundays from April 25 until May 11, celebrates women. It includes a female director, female musical director, female choreographer, and a band that is 90% female.
In celebration of ATI’s 20th anniversary, a gala will be held on June 5 at Hotel Carmichael, featuring a performance, live auction, silent auction, wine pull and more.
“It is sure to be a spectacular evening and an opportunity to support live professional theater,” Fitzgerald says.
A fully staged production of “Titanic: The Musical” will have a two-night run on June 20 and 21 at the Palladium, featuring a spectacular cast, members of the Carmel Symphony Orchestra, and the Indianapolis Arts Chorale.
“We’ll have the orchestra on stage, as well as 60 choral members in the gallery singing
the glorious music of ‘Titanic’; it will be stunning,” Fitzgerald says.
Fitzgerald notes that it took a long time post-COVID for people to return to the theater, but now they are thrilled to be back.
“To sit in a dark theater with people you don’t know and share a common experience provides a sense of community,” she says.
“The arts are under siege right now, so now more than ever, people need to understand how important it is to the development of children to be exposed to the world of the arts, because it makes you a better person,” Fleenor adds,
Although ATI occasionally brings back fan-favorite shows like “Sweeney Todd” and “Million Dollar Quartet”, they strive to keep each season fresh and new for their patrons.
“Our audience is willing to come out and take a chance on shows they’ve never heard of because they trust they’re going to have a great time,” Fitzgerald says.
In February, ATI wrapped up “Whodunit”, a silly, slapstick musical that was a huge boxoffice success, selling out and proving that sometimes people need a lighthearted break from reality.
It’s exactly the type of escape “9 to 5” can provide too.
“I promise you’re going to love the cast, the dancing, the direction and the choreography,” Fitzgerald says. “It’s going to be a powerhouse show packed with hilarity and fun.”
ATI will announce its 2025-2026 season in early April.
“It’s our biggest season to date - truly, Broadway in your backyard,” Fitzgerald says.
Actors Theatre of Indiana will perform “9 to 5” at The Studio Theater at 4 Carter Green in Carmel. To purchase tickets, call the box office at 317-843-3800 or visit atistage.org.
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AGAVE BAR AND GRILL
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ALI’I POKE
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ALI’I POKE - CARMEL
12545 Old Meridian
AMBER INDIAN RESTAURANT
12510 N. Meridian St.
ANTHONY’S CHOPHOUSE
201 W. Main St.
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BAE LATIN FOOD
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BAR LOUIE
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BAZBEAUX PIZZA
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BIBIBOP ASIAN GRILL
CARMEL - THE BRIDGES
365 W. 116th St. Ste. 140
BIER BREWERY - CARMEL
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BOBER TEA & MOCHI DOUGH
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BROCKWAY PUBLIC HOUSE
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BRU BURGER BARCARMEL
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BRUNCHIES
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DON RIGO
7299 E. 146th St.
DOOLEY O’TOOLES
160 E. Carmel Dr.
EGGSHELL BISTRO
51 W. City Center Dr.
FAT DAN’S DELI
840 W. Main St.
FAYROUZ RESTAURANT
20 W. Main St.
FEINSTEIN’S AT HOTEL
CARMICHAEL
1 Carmichael Sq.
FIRST WATCH
1950 E. Greyhound Pass
FIVE GUYS CARMEL
2009 E. Greyhound Pass
FLIGHT BURGER
650 W. Carmel Dr.
FLIX BREWHOUSE
2206 E. 116th St.
FORK + ALE HOUSE
350 Veterans Way
FREDDY’S FROZEN CUSTARD
2740 E. 146th St.
FRESH INDIAN GRILL
1420 W. Main St.
FUNDAE’S ICE CREAM & SWEETS
12839 Broad St.
GARDEN TABLE - CARMEL
350 Monon Blvd. Ste. 16
GOODNESS GRACIOUSGORDON’S MILKSHAKE BAR
816 W. Main St.
GRAETER’S ICE CREAM SHOPCARMEL
864 S. Range Line Rd.
GREEK TONY’S PIZZA & SUB SHOP 1732 E. 116th St.
GREEK’S PIZZERIA - CARMEL 120 E. Main St.
GREEK’S PIZZERIA - WEST CLAY
12703 Meeting House Rd.
GREENLEAF JUICE
2442 E. 146th St.
HANDEL’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM & YOGURT - CARMEL 2466 E. 146th St.
HARMONY POKE & BUBBLE TEA
14490 Clay Terrace Blvd. Ste. 120
HEALTHY HAPPIES - CARMEL
20 Executive Dr. H
HELEN COFFEE SHOP
211 W. Main St. Ste. 101
HINO OISHI
10491 Walnut Creek Dr. Ste. 160
HOTEL CARMICHAEL
1 Carmichael Sq.
HOUSE OF SOUL
9802 N. Michigan Rd.
INDIE COFFEE ROASTERS MAIN STREET CARMEL
220 E. Main St.
INDIE COFFEE ROASTERS NORTH END CARMEL
525 N. End Dr. Ste. 120
JACK’S DONUTS OF CARMEL
516 E. Carmel Dr.
JAVA HOUSE AT THE CARMEL LIBRARY
55 4th Ave. S.E.
JAVA HOUSE CLAY TERRACE 14390 Clay Terrace Blvd
JAVA HOUSE MIDTOWN 145 Elm St.
JOELLA’S HOT CHICKEN 2554 E. 146th St.
JUNIPER ON MAIN
110 E. Main St.
JUST LOVE COFFEE CAFE CATERING AND BARISTA
SERVICES
12525 Old Meridian St. Ste. 100
KERNELS GOURMET POPCORN
254 Veterans Way Ste. F
KING DOUGH 12505 Old Meridian St.
KIZUKI RAMEN & IZAKAYA 2450 E. 146th St.
KOLACHE FACTORY - CARMEL 890 E. 116th St.
KONA GRILL 14395 Clay Terrace Blvd.
KOTO JAPANESE STEAKHOUSE 14490 Lowes Way
LA HACIENDA MEXICAN 12480 N. Meridian St.
LA MARGARITA
351 Monon Blvd.
LE MACARON FRENCH PASTRIES - CARMEL
14550 Clay Terrace Blvd. Ste. 115
LE PEEP
200 S. Rangeline Rd.
LE PETIT GÂTEAU
525 N. End Dr.
LEMON’S BAKERY CAFE
4755 E. 126th St.
LITTLE CAIRO CAFE
20 W. Main St.
LOREN & MARI MEXICAN GRILL
2293 E. 116th St.
LOS ARROYOS
11503 Springmill Rd. Ste. 100
LOU MALNATI’S - CARMEL
11435 Spring Mill Rd.
MAIN STREET TREATS
216 W. Main St.
MARKET DISTRICT
11505 N. Illinois St.
MARY’S MOUNTAIN COOKIES
110 W. Main St
MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS
2340 E. 116th St.
MI HACIENDA MEXICAN RESTAURANT
819 W. Carmel Dr.
MIRACLE SUSHI & MODERN ASIAN CUISINE
12505 Old Meridian St. Ste. 140
MONTEREY COASTAL CUISINE
110 W. Main St.
MOTW COFFEE AND PASTRIES CARMEL
12761 Old Meridian St.
MULDOON’S
111 W. Main St. Ste. 100
NATURE’S TABLE
St. Vincent Hospital
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FOOD CO.
111 W. Main St.
OEC JAPANESE EXPRESS
14570 River Rd.
OLD TOWN TAVERN
29 W. Main St.
OSTERIA
11505 N. Illinois St.
PAD THAI RESTAURANT
110 W. Main St. Ste. 140
PAPA FATTOUSH
15 E. Main St. Ste. 100
PARADISE SHAVED ICE CARMEL
13698 N. Meridian St.
PATRICK’S KITCHEN
13720 N. Meridian
PEACE WATER WINERY - CARMEL
37 W. Main St.
PETOS AUTHENTIC GREEK CUISINE
15 W. Main St.
PI INDY
Sun King Spirits
PIES & PINTS
14550 Clay Terrace Blvd.
PRIME 47
14300 Clay Terrace Blvd. Ste. 155
PRODIGY BURGER BAR CARMEL
14490 Clay Terrace Blvd
PRODIGY BURGER BAR WEST CARMEL
4335 W. 106th St.
PUCCINI’S SMILING TEETHCARMEL
13674 N. Meridian St.
PURE GREEN MIDTOWN CARMEL
591 Monon Blvd. Ste. 2
QUEENIE’S PIZZA
351 Monon Blvd.
RACKZ BBQ
5790 E. Main St.
RAD’S
4733 E. 126th St.
RED ROBIN GOURMET BURGERS 14599 Clay Terrace Blvd.
REDUX 14560 River Rd. Ste. 140
RISTORANTE ROMA
89 Veterans Way
RITA’S ITALIAN ICE & FROZEN CUSTARD
110 W. Main St.
RIZE CARMEL
12957 Old Meridian St. Ste. 100
ROOTS BURGER BAR
12552 Gray Rd.
ROSE & LOIS
7249 E. 146th St.
ROSELLI’S PIZZA
4335 W. 106th St.
ROSIE’S PLACE - CARMEL
1111 W. Main St. Ste. 100
SAHM’S ALE HOUSE VILLAGE OF WEST CLAY
12819 E. New Market St.
SALTUS GYROS
820 E. 116 St. Ste. 130
SAUCE ON THE SIDE
12751 Pennsylvania St.
SAVOR RESTAURANT
211 W. Main St.
SIAM STAR ASIAN EXPRESS
890 E. 116th St. Ste. 155
SIMPLE TASTE
622 E. S. Range Line Rd.
SMOOTHIE KING CARMEL
2760 E. 146th St. 1366 S. Rangeline Rd.
SOCIAL CANTINA
350 Monon Blvd. Ste. 10
STACCO HOUSE 834 W. Main St
SUB ZERO NITROGEN ICE CREAM
111 W. Main St. Ste. 130
SUGAR CREEK WINERY 1111 W. Main St #165
SUN KING CARMEL
351 Monon Blvd
SUNNY DAY CAFE
1430 W. Carmel Dr. Ste. 130
SUNRISE CAFE CARMEL 11711 N Meridian St. Ste. 140
TEXAS ROADHOUSE
CARMEL/WESTFIELD 14758 Greyhound Plaza
THAI INDY
12525 Old Meridian St.
THAI NINE RESTAURANT 9873 N. Michigan Rd.
THAI SEASON
1370 S. Rangeline Rd.
THE BROKEN BARRELCARMEL 1156 Keystone Way S.
THE CAKE BAKE SHOPCARMEL
800 S. Rangeline Rd. Ste. 220
THE DEN BY FOXGARDIN
351 Monon Blvd.
THE FLYING CUPCAKE 831 S. Rangeline Rd.
THE OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY 918 S. Rangeline Rd.
THE TOROS 14639 Gray Rd.
TROPICAL SMOOTHIE CAFE - CARMEL
365 W. 116th St.
TUCCI’S
11 W. City Center Dr.
UNION BREWING COMPANY
202 Gradle Dr.
UPLAND BREWING CO.
CARMEL TAP HOUSE
820 E. 116th St.
UPLAND BREWING CO.
CLAY TERRACE
14490 Clay Terrace Blvd.
UPTOWN CAFE CARMEL
2271 Pointe Pkwy.
VERDE FLAVORS OF MEXICO - CARMEL
1111 W. Main St.
VINO MOBILE BAR
13553 Lorenzo Blvd.
VITALITY BOWLS
110 W. Main St. Ste. 115
VIVANTE RESTAURANT & BAR
1 Carmichael Sq.
WILD EGGS - CARMEL
1438 W. Main St.
WINE & RIND
254 Veterans Way Unit G
WOLFIES GRILL - CARMEL
1162 Keystone Way
WOODYS LIBRARY RESTAURANT
40 E. Main St.
WORLD FAMOUS HOTBOYS
4335 W. 106th St.
XCHOCOL’ART
228 W. Main St.
YATS - CARMEL
12545 Old Meridian St. Ste. 130
ZING CAFE
12710 Meeting House Rd. Ste. 150
Restaurant list provided in coordination with our partners at Hamilton County Tourism.
Our apologies if we missed any locations. Contact us at townepost.com if you would like to be included in 2026.
GOODNESS GRACIOUS, KITCHEN & CUPBOARD
FEATURING PICNIC SEASON & NEWLY OPENED GRAB & GO OPTIONS!
We preserve the past with food and tradition by making picnics effortless. Easy online ordering, with delivery or pick up. Also, you can choose from our compostable picnic boxes or elegant, reusable insulated baskets— perfect for a charming outing.
Visit our full-service restaurant where we offer breakfast, brunch, and lunch. Or just enjoy coffee or a cocktail.
Stop by our little retail shop, tucked away in the picnic pick up area. We offer many picnic goodies, books, snacks, knick-knacks, and Carmel inspired gifts.
Our signature Chick(HEN) & Waffles is a local favorite along with Gigi’s Bloody Mary with a 5 oz. beer back of Bier Brewery PDG.
FRESH FOCUS
ABERDEEN SOCIAL HOUSE BRINGS COOL CULINARY CONCEPT TO THE NORTH SIDE
Writer / Melissa Gibson Photographer / Michael Durr
It’s the newest restaurant project by Rootstock Hospitality Group, LLC, and is meant to bring a unique experience to Indianapolis’s north side.
Aberdeen Social House opened on December 2 and is the work of business partners Andrew Vudis and Ryan Craig, restaurateurs behind Another Broken Egg, Capri and others.
“Our company is always looking to open something that fits our brand and when this property became available, we really created a concept to fill a need in the area,” Vudis said. “When Chef Bruce Starr and I talked about the direction we wanted to go in, we knew people were used to the steakhouse or Chinese, etcetera, so we went with world fusion and American comfort classics with a contemporary twist.”
Think high-end restaurant and large-scale venue with something on the menu for everyone.
“Everyone has a different palate,” Vudis said. “I do more of the culinary part of our company and enjoy taking something that sounds fancy but is really pork belly pared with this or that. It’s creating dishes you wouldn’t find anywhere else.”
Starr is the culinary director for Rootstock and will serve as opening chef at Aberdeen. He’s
Shea Parthun / General Manager
Jonathan Meza / Chef
bringing a couple of Capri favorites to the new restaurant, including lasagna and the popular appetizer, stuffed pepper.
“We wanted people to know that we’re part of the same family and it fit with what we were doing at Aberdeen,” Vudis said.
Of course there will be several new items too.
“One of our bestselling appetizers is the A-5 Wagyu Pierogi,” Vudis said. “The Smoked Short Rib and the Seasonal Salmon are both crowd favorites.”
The menu includes prime ribeye, a smash burger, chicken - and don’t forget the wine selection. Much like their menu, the Rootstock team carefully selected the perfect wine parings for each dish, including timeless classics to bold new discoveries.
For the foodies out there, Vudis said the brunch menu includes the Shogun Benedict
and the Shakshuka - maybe not for everyone, but everyone can find something.
One of their main goals was not to have top-selling appetizers and entrées. Every item on the menu is worth a try.
“I’ve worked in restaurants and when I go to a restaurant, I’ll often ask the server to bring me their favorite thing on the menu - not what everyone else orders, not the number-one seller, just whatever you think is best on the menu,” Vudis said. “They’re typically really in tune to what’s good, and I think if you asked five servers at Aberdeen the same question, you’d get at least four different answers.”
Vudis said he and Craig worked with Starr in the past. Bringing him in for such a large undertaking was important because he shares a passion for food and, more importantly, a passion for the entire concept.
“Together we are taking decades of restaurant experience and thinking through every little detail,” Vudis said. “We’ve received a lot of compliments about the decor. It’s different; it’s beautiful. From the art on the walls to the music we play, I think it’s something fresh for this area and looks like it belongs in a bigger, East Coast city.”
So far the smart-casual dress code has brought in plenty of locals, and news of the new arrival is spreading by word of mouth.
Vudis said they want Aberdeen Social House to serve as that place you can go without a special occasion.
“This is not a stuffy place,” he said. “You won’t feel underdressed and you don’t need a reason to go and have a lobster or a steak on a Tuesday evening. We want to be different but very approachable. If you look at how we prepare some of these meals, it’s not something you’d typically see, and I think that’s part of the appeal. For example, a lot of people like the Tuna Tartare. We looked at how to upgrade it a bit and our tuna comes with saffron, one of the most luxurious ingredients you can get.”
No longer do residents on the northside have to travel to downtown Indianapolis or Keystone at the Crossing for upscale dining options.
“We’ve been hearing people say they’re excited to have a place closer to home,” Vudis said. “We want to give them a great space to come and have a great meal, enjoy the art, enjoy the music and enjoy time together.”
Aberdeen Social House is located at at 150 West 96th Street in Indianapolis. For more info, visit aberdeensocialhouse.com.
APRIL 3-5
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APRIL 26
Library After Dark Fundraiser
MAY 3
NerdFest at the Main Library
JUNE 1-JULY 31
Summer Reading Program
OCTOBER 2-4
CCPL Foundation Friends Fall Book Sale
OCTOBER 22-23
Guilded Leaf Book & Author Events Fundraiser
NOVEMBER 1
Annual Model Railroad Meet at the Main Library
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HEALTH CARE
ASCENSION ST. VINCENT
Carmel
13500 N. Meridian St. 317-582-7000 healthcare.ascension.org
Fishers 13861 Olio Rd. 317-415-9000 healthcare.ascension.org
IU HEALTH NORTH HOSPITAL
11700 N. Meridian St., Carmel 317-688-2000 iuhealth.org
IU HEALTH URGENT CARENOBLESVILLE
14645 Hazel Dell Rd., Suite 120 iuhealth.org 317-922-2090
INDIANA UNIVERSITY HEALTH
10300 Illinois St., Suite 1300, Indianapolis 317-944-7744 iuhealth.org
INDIANA SPINE HOSPITAL
13219 N. Meridian St., Carmel 317-795-2000 indianaspinehospital.com
INDIANAPOLIS REHABILITATION HOSPITAL
1260 City Center Dr., Carmel 463-333-9110 indianapolis-rehabhospital.com
FRANCISCAN HEALTH CARMEL
12188-B N. Meridian St. 317-705-4500 franciscanhealth.org
RIVERVIEW HEALTH EMERGENCY ROOM AND URGENT CARE:
Fishers 9690 E. 116th St. 317-214-5750 riverview.org
West Carmel/Zionsville 10830 N. Michigan Rd., Zionsville 317-764-5050 eruc.riverview.org
RIVERVIEW HEALTH WESTFIELD HOSPITAL
17600 Shamrock Blvd. 317-214-5555 riverview.org
RIVERVIEW HEALTH
395 Westfield Rd., Noblesville 317-773-0760 riverview.org
ASPIRE INDIANA HEALTH
17840 Cumberland Rd., Noblesville 317-773-6864 aspireindiana.org
HANCOCK HEALTH
317-462-5544 hancockregionalhospital.org
COMMUNITY HEALTH NETWORK
800-777-7775 ecommunity.com
ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
CARMEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
101 S. Richland Avenue
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-844-0168
Fax: 317-571-4024
Principal: Megan Klinginsmith ccs.k12.in.us/ces
CHERRY
TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
13989 Hazel Dell Parkway
Carmel, IN 46033
Phone: 317-846-3086
Fax: 317-571-4053
MOHAWK TRAILS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
4242 E. 126th Street
Carmel, IN 46033
Phone: 317-844-1158
Fax: 317-571-4034
Principal: Jennifer Greene ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/558
PRAIRIE TRACE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
14200 River Road
Carmel, IN 46033
Phone: 317-571-7925
Fax: 317-571-7926
Principal: Kimberly Piper ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/373
WOODBROOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
4311 East 116th Street
Carmel, IN 46033
Phone: 317-846-4225
Fax: 317-571-4037
Principal: Kelly Davis ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/349
MIDDLE SCHOOLS
CARMEL MIDDLE SCHOOL
300 South Guilford Ave.
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-846-7331
Fax: 317-571-4067
Principal: Deanna Pitman ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/550
CLAY SCHOOL SYSTEM
Principal: Peter English ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/398
CLAY CENTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
12025 Clay Center Road
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-733-6450
Fax: 317-581-9870
Principal: Rhonda Turner ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/3377
COLLEGE
WOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
CARMEL
12415 Shelborne Road
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-733-6430
Fax: 317-733-6445
Principal: Kathy Olssen ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/393
FOREST DALE
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
10721 Lakeshore Drive W.
Carmel, IN 46033
Phone: 317-844-4948
Fax: 317-571-4031
Principal: Sara Inskeep ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/388
SMOKY ROW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
900 West 136th Street
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-571-4084
Fax: 317-571-4088
Principal: Lila Jay ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/368
TOWNE MEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
10850 Towne Road
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-733-2645
Fax: 317-733-2655
Principal: Amy Satkoski ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/363
WEST CLAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
3495 West 126th Street
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-733-6500
Fax: 317-733-6501
Principal: Jill Schipp ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/358
CLAY MIDDLE SCHOOL
5150 East 126th Street
Carmel, IN 46033
Phone: 317-844-7251
Fax: 317-571-4020
Principal: Todd Crosby ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/542
CREEKSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL
3525 West 126th Street
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-733-6420
Fax: 317-733-6422
Principal: Steven Pelych
ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/534
HIGH SCHOOLS
CARMEL HIGH SCHOOL
520 East Main Street
Carmel, IN 46032
Phone: 317-846-7721
Fax: 317-571-4066
Principal: Tim Phares ccs.k12.in.us/fs/pages/341
PRIVATE SCHOOLS
KINDERCARE
317-843-2956
Daycare / Preschool kindercare.com
A CHILDREN’S HABITAT MONTESSORI SCHOOL
801 W. 73rd Street, Indianapolis 317-726-5584
PK-K childrens-habitat.org
ABUNDANT LIFE PRESCHOOL
7606 E. 82nd Street, Indianapolis 317-845-4914
Daycare / Preschool alcindyschool.com
ADVENT LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL
11250 N. Michigan Road, Zionsville 317-873-6318
Daycare / Preschool preschool.adventlutheran.org
BISHOP CHATARD HIGH SCHOOL
5885 Crittenden Ave., Indianapolis 317-251-1451 9-12 bishopchatard.org
BREBEUF JESUIT PREPARATORY SCHOOL
2801 W. 86th Street, Indianapolis 317-524-7050 9-12
brebeuf.org
CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL
5225 E. 56th Street, Indianapolis 317-542-1481 9-12 gocathedral.com
CARMEL MONTESSORI SCHOOLS
1402 W. Main Street, Carmel 317-580-0699
PK-K carmelmontessori.com
CHILDREN’S LEARNING PROGRAM
9644 Whitestown Road, Zionsville 317-873-5706
Daycare / Preschool (Methodist) childrenslearningprogram.com
CHRIST THE KING CATHOLIC SCHOOL
5858 N. Crittenden Ave., Indianapolis 317-257-9366
K-8 cks-indy.org
CICERO ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
24089 State Road 19, Cicero 317-984-3252
1-8 cicerosdaschool.com
CICERO CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
1715 Stringtown Pike, Cicero 317-984-9506
Daycare / Preschool cicerochristianchurch.org
CLAY MONTESSORI SCHOOL
463 E. Main Street, Carmel 317-580-1850
PK-K claymontessori.com
COLONIAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
8140 Union Chapel Road, Indianapolis 317-253-0649
PK-12 ccsindy.org
GIFTED & TALENTED ACADEMY NORTH
2626 Ruth Drive, Indianapolis 317-204-4644
Daycare / Preschool
COMMUNITY MONTESSORI SCHOOL
9069 E. 141st Street, Fishers 317-774-8551
PK-8 cmsindiana.org
CORNERSTONE LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL
4850 E. Main Street, Carmel 317-814-4262
Daycare / Preschool cornerstonelutheran.church
EMAN SCHOOL
11965 Allisonville Road, Fishers 317-845-9466
PK-12 emanschool.org
FISHERS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY
9587 E. 131st Street, Fishers 317-577-1777
PK-12 fisherschristianacademy.org
FISHERS MONTESSORI SCHOOLS
13097 Allisonville Road POB 615, Fishers 317-849-9519
PK-K fishersmontessori.com
FORTUNE ACADEMY
5626 Lawton Loop Dr., Indianapolis 317-377-0544
Special Education School thefortuneacademy.org
GUERIN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL
15300 N. Gray Rd, Noblesville 317-582-0120
9-12
guerincatholic.org
HASTEN HEBREW ACADEMY
6602 Hoover Road, Indianapolis 317-251-1261
PK-8 hhai.org
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
6401 E. 75th Street, Indianapolis 317-849-3441
PK-12
heritagechristian.net
HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
7702 Indian Lake Rd., Indianapolis 317-823-4538
PK-12 horizonindy.org/school
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN SCHOOL
8115 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis 317-826-1234
PK-8
hclc.info/school
IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY SCHOOL
317 E. 57th Street, Indianapolis 317-255-5468
K-8 ihmindyschool.org
INDIANAPOLIS JUNIOR ACADEMY
2910 E 62nd Street, Indianapolis 317-251-0560
PK-8
ijacademy.org
INDIANA ACADEMY
24815 State Road 19, Cicero 317-984-3575
9-12 iasda.org
INTERACTIVE ACADEMY
3795 S. U.S. Highway 421, Zionsville 317-733-3000
Daycare / Preschool interactivegym.org
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER
6701 Hoover Road, Indianapolis 317-251-9467
Daycare / Preschool jccindy.org/youth/early-childhood
LEGACY
CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
470 Lakeview Drive, Noblesville 317-776-4186
legacychristianonline.org
LEAFSPRING
SCHOOL AT GEIST
10408 Olio Rd., Fishers 317-401-3800
Daycare / Preschool geist.leafspringschool.com
MIDWEST ACADEMY
1420 Chase Court, Carmel 317-843-9500
Special Education School mymwa.org
MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF WESTFIELD
800 E. Sycamore Street, Westfield 317-867-0158
PK-8 montessorischoolofwestfield.com
NORTHSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL
1224 E. 52nd Street, Indianapolis 317-251-2979
PK-6 nmsindy.com
OUR LADY OF GRACE SCHOOL
9900 E. 191st Street, Noblesville 317-770-5660
PK-8 ologs.org
OUR LADY OF MT CARMEL SCHOOL
14596 Oakridge Road, Carmel 317-846-1118
K-8 school.olmc1.org
PARK TUDOR SCHOOL
7200 N. College Ave, Indianapolis 317-415-2700
PK-12 parktudor.org
PRIMROSE SCHOOL AT BRIDGEWATER
14711 N. Gray Road, Noblesville 317-848-0123
Daycare / Preschool primroseschools.com/schools/ bridgewater
PRIMROSE SCHOOL OF CARMEL
780 W. Carmel Drive, Carmel 317-848-8771
Daycare / Preschool primroseschools.com
ST. LOUIS DE MONTFORT CATHOLIC SCHOOL
11421 Hague Rd., Fishers 317-842-6778
PK-8 sldmfishers.org
ST. LUKE CATHOLIC SCHOOL
7575 Holliday Drive East, Indianapolis 317-259-4373
K-8
stluke.org/school-home
ST. MARIA GORETTI CATHOLIC SCHOOL
17104 Spring Mill Road, Westfield 317-896-5582
PK-8 smgonline.org/school
ST. MONICA CATHOLIC SCHOOL
6131 Michigan Road, Indianapolis 317-255-7153
PK-8 stmonicaindy.org/school
ST. PIUS X CATHOLIC SCHOOL
7200 Sarto Drive, Indianapolis 317-466-3361
K-8 spxparish.org/school
ST. SIMON
THE APOSTLE SCHOOL
8155 Oaklandon Road, Indianapolis 317-826-6000
school.saintsimon.org
STONY CREEK EARLY LEARNING CENTER
15575 Stony Creek Way, Noblesville 317-773-7695
Daycare / Preschool stonycreekelc.com
SYCAMORE SCHOOL
1750 W. 64th Street, Indianapolis 317-202-2500
Special Education Grades: PK-8 sycamoreschool.org/page
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CARMEL FARMERS MARKETS
2 Carter Green carmelfarmersmarket.com
MUSEUM OF MINIATURE HOUSES & OTHER COLLECTIONS
111 E. Main St. museumofminiatures.org
CARMEL HISTORICAL SOCIETY - CARMEL CLAY HISTORICAL MUSEUM
211 1st St. SW carmelclayhistory.org
LASER FLASH
617 3rd Ave. SW 317-571-1677
MONON COMMUNITY CENTER
1235 Central Park Dr. E. carmelclayparks.com
CARMEL CYCLERY BICYCLE SHOP
230 W. Carmel Dr. carmelcyclery.com
COOL CREEK PARK & NATURE CENTER
2000 E. 151st St. hamiltoncounty.in.gov/Facilities/Facility/ Details/Cool-Creek-Park-12
COXHALL GARDENS
2000 W. 116th St.
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GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK FOUNDATION
1 Center Green thesongbook.org
HOOSIER HEIGHTS
9850 Mayflower Park Dr. hoosierheightsindianapolis.com
CARMEL CLAY PUBLIC LIBRARY
425 E. Main St. carmelclaylibrary.org
SPROUTS COOKING SCHOOL
13190 Hazel Dell Pkwy. sproutscookingschool.com
PEDEGO ELECTRIC BIKES CARMEL
254 Veterans Way, Ste. E pedegoelectricbikes.com/dealers/carmel
CARMEL PLANETARIUM
520 E. Main St. ccs.k12.in.us/chs/academics/planetarium
CARMEL CHRISTKINDLMARKT, INC.
10 Carter Green carmelchristkindlmarkt.com
THE ICE AT CARTER GREEN
10 Carter Green theiceatcartergreen.com
DIGITAL MEDIA LAB AT THE CARMEL CLAY PUBLIC LIBRARY
425 E. Main St., Ste. 100 carmelclaylibrary.org/dml
KAWACHINAGANO JAPANESE GARDEN
One Civic Square carmelartsanddesign.com
MIDTOWN PLAZA
365 Monon Blvd. midtownplazacarmel.com
FUTURE VELO
156 W. Carmel Dr. futurevelo.com
CARMEL ICE STADIUM
1040 E. 3rd Ave. S.W. carmeliceskadium.com
SUMMER CONCERTS AT THE GAZEBO
1 Civic Square Carmelgazeboconcerts.org
MY ART CARMEL
841 S. Rangeline Rd., Ste. 300 myartindy.com
GOLDFISH
SWIM SCHOOL CARMEL
271 Merchants Square Dr., Ste. A-110 goldfishswimschool.com/carmel
GIFTS
MACARTHUR BOOKS
2169 Glebe St., #100a (317) 379-5543
REGALIQUE WINE SHOP
110 W. Main St., Suite 120 (317) 756-9982
CANDY PIZZAZZ
2159 Glebe St., #110 (317) 489-9199
BASKET PIZZAZZGIFT BASKETS
2159 Glebe St., Suite 100 (317) 564-4888
A YARN MARKET
1905 S. New Market St., Suite 167 (317) 517-1595
INDIANA ARTISAN GIFTS & GALLERY
22 N. Rangeline Rd. (317) 964-9455
KITS & KABOODLE
CLASSIC TOYS
723 Hanover Place (317) 566-8101
LINDEN TREE
736 Hanover Place, Suite 108 (317) 775-3566
OUT OF THE BLUE POLISH
POTTERY & GIFTS
719 Hanover Place, #144
KERNELS GOURMET POPCORN
254 Veterans Way F (317) 669-6464
PENN & BEECH CANDLE CO.
145 W. Elm St, Carmel (317) 689-0789
CLOTHING
FRINGE & FORM
736 Hanover Place, Suite 100B (260) 267-8234
HEY LITTLE DIDDLE
730 S. Rangeline Rd. (317) 564-0083
LILY & SPARROW BOUTIQUE
724 S. Rangeline Rd. (317) 578-2445
YOUR TEES
25 W. Main St. (317) 844-9548
TAILORED SOCIETY
23 E. Main St. (812) 343-7841
CARMEL TAILORING FINE CLOTHIER
20 Executive Dr., Suite C (317) 848-6050
UPLIFT INTIMATE APPAREL
711 Veterans Way, #136 (317) 853-6007
AMANDA’S EXCHANGE
715 E. Carmel Dr. (317) 573-4400
STOUT’S FOOTWEAR
1008 W. Main St. (317) 848-5432
FRANCIS + FERN BOUTIQUE
421 Massachusetts Ave. (Indianapolis) (317) 643-1890
THE WEDDING STUDIO
14550 Clay Terrace Blvd., #125 (317) 815-2000
AH COLLECTION
14511 Clay Terrace Blvd. (317) 580-0370
BASH BOUTIQUE
30 N. Rangeline Rd. (317) 993-3011
BLUE HOUSE BRIDAL
31 S. Rangeline Rd. (317) 683-3574
BASK ON MAIN
336 W. Main St. (317) 575-2275
AURA SELF & SOUL CARE
312 W. Main St. (765) 716-3301
VERSED SKATEBOARD SHOP
10567 N. College Ave. (Indianapolis) (317) 843-9980
LITTLE TULIP TREE
840 S. Rangeline Rd. (317) 564-0503
THE SHOP
836 S. Rangeline Rd., Suite 160 (317) 740-0021
BASELINE SOCIAL
727 Hanover Place., Suite 149
VERVE
750 S. Rangeline Rd., Suite 208 (317) 910-7900
JEWELRY
FISHMAN FINE JEWELERS
736 Hanover Place (317) 251-4064
MOYER FINE JEWELERS
14727 Thatcher Lane (317) 844-9003
SILVER IN THE CITY
111 W. Main St., Suite 150 (317) 993-3669
INDY FACETS
755 W. Carmel Dr., #116 (317) 810-1665
HONEY - JEWELRY DESIGNED
750 Veterans Way, #222 (317) 525-4230 METALMARK FINE JEWELRY
211 W. Main St., #100 (720) 441-4635
PIERCE JEWELERS
114 E. Carmel Dr. (317) 574-3333
HOME & GARDEN
O’MALIA’S LIVING
115 Medical Dr. (317) 846-6812
HOOSIER SISTER
14390 Clay Terrace Blvd., Suite 170 (714) 220-8440
OBERER’S FLOWERS
12761 Old Meridian St. (317) 575-1197
ROSIE’S GARDENS AND HUGHES LANDSCAPE
10402 N. College Ave. (Indianapolis) (317) 844-6157
317HOME
715 Hanover Place (317) 519-3795
THE GREAT FRAME UP
21 1st St. SW (317) 843-2030
CLEANING
ROSY’S CLEANING SERVICE
317-938-7729 rosyscleaningservice.com
THE PREFERRED CLEANING CO.
317-548-6288 thepreferredcleaning.com
MAID IN CARMEL
888-755-6243 maidincarmel.com
CHRISTINA’S COMPLETE CLEAN
317-737-2211 christinascompleteclean.com
FLAWLESS MAIDS
317-764-8751 flawlessmaidsindiana.com
LANDSCAPING & LAWN CARE
SALSBERY BROTHERS LANDSCAPING
317-843-0100 salsberybros.com
ROGERS TREE SERVICE & LANDSCAPING LLC
317-456-6189
rogerstreeserviceandlandscaping.com
ROOTED LAWN & LANDSCAPE
463-363-3779 rootedlawnandlandscape.com
ROSIE’S GARDENS AND HUGHES LANDSCAPE
317-844-6157 rosiesgardens.com
TURF KINGS
317-350-1737 turf-kings.com
NATURSPIRE
317-414-5607 naturspire.com
PLUMBING & HVAC
KPE PLUMBING
317-445-2190 kpeplumbing.com
PAUL HENDERSON PLUMBING
317-872-3535 paulhendersonplumbing.com
BEAR REPAIRS
317-464-9515 bearrepairs.com
BEDELL PLUMBING | HEATING & COOLING SERVICES
317-891-2700 bedellhomeservices.com
MR. PLUMBER BY METZLER & HALLAM
317-957-3531 mrplumberindy.com
CARTER’S MY PLUMBER
317-893-2462 cartersmyplumber.com
EXTERIORS
BEARD ROOFING AND EXTERIORS
317-689-7663
beardroofing.com
MYERS ROOFING & EXTERIORS
317-942-0883
myersexteriors.com
ELEVATED EXTERIORS
317-500-3154
elevated-roofs.com
INDIANAPOLIS ROOFING LLCCARMEL ROOFER
317-214-8149
indianapolisroofing.com/roofer-carmel-in
KELLERS ROOFING & RESTORATION LLC
317-765-0185
kellersroofing.com
THOMAS JEFFERSON ROOFING
317-846-3598
thomasjeffersonroofing.com
JAX ROOFING
317-441-4479
jaxroofingindiana.com
THE ROOF SQUAD
317-743-7329 theroofsquadindy.com
AMERIPRO ROOFING
317-316-8551 ameriproroofing.com
RED BIRD ROOFING
317-751-7277 redbirdroofing.com
URBAN ROOFING CARMEL
463-223-1365
pureroofingco.com/carmel-in
MODERN DAY WINDOW AND DOOR
317-868-7325 moderndaywindow.com
CRAFTSMAN EXTERIOR REMODELING
317-919-2889 craftsmanexterior.com
FRANKLIN WINDOW AND DOOR
317-993-3660 franklinwindowanddoor.com
CARMEL GLASS & MIRROR LLC
317-846-4864 carmelglass.com
MR. WINDOW COMPANY
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MODERN DAY WINDOW & DOOR IS FOCUSED ON THE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE
Lee L. needed to replace the bow front window in her 75-year-old house, and in just two days, the team at Modern Day Window & Door replaced 27 floor-toceiling windows with nine elegant Andersen casements.
“As the largest exterior wall of the living room, I was anxious to make a significant design change, but Jon Golm of Modern Day Window & Door created a beautiful elevation that allayed any concern,” says Lee.
The team at Modern Day Window & Door likes to say, “Same house, new home” when describing their work. That’s the result each time they transform a homeowner’s retreat by installing beautiful new windows and doors. And they do so by delivering an exceptional, five-star experience.
“Our success is built on the expertise and dedication of our team,” says Scott Dorrell, co-founder of the company.
His partner and co-founder, Andy Brown, has more than 20 years of experience in operations and has personally installed more than 15,000 windows and doors. In addition, Modern Day Window & Door’s design team has completed designs on a combined 4,000 window and door projects.
“From that experience, we have figured out
how to give each of our customers a five-star experience,” Dorrell says.
That five-star experience consists of five pillars, including quality product offerings, a transparent design process, exceptional communication, expert installation, and post-sale service and support. This means that from the initial design to the ordering, the communications, the installation, the service, and the post-completion all involve phenomenal customer service.
Brent B. found the design process and consultation easy and pressure-free.
“Scott was exceptional at describing the variety of products, helping us make a good decision for our home and our budget,” he says. “I love supporting small businesses, and the folks at Modern Day are phenomenal.”
Kerensa W. had numerous companies out to her house for estimates, but she hired Modern Day because they stood out from the competition.
“They helped me retain the individual charm of my 50-plus-year home and gave it an incredible renewal,” she says. “I’m thankful for their outstanding workmanship and the beauty and comfort they added to my home. The windows and installation
inside and out are stunning.”
Janie H. agrees, as she maintains that from start to finish, working with Modern Day Window & Door was a truly professional experience.
“We had no idea that a simple change of window could have such a huge impact on the overall feel of our home, and working with Scott and Andrew made the process easy,” says Janie. “The workmanship was outstanding.”
Not only does the company provide a fivestar experience, but they have also received all five-star reviews.
Jill M. valued the professionalism and courtesy she received from everyone at the company.
“Lyndsey was awesome from the moment she walked in our door,” she says. “She helped us build our beautiful new front door by listening to our wants and needs. The
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installation crew was just as awesome.”
Modern Day Window & Door focuses on Andersen replacement windows alongside other trusted brands.
“We pride ourselves on being more than just a supplier of high-quality windows and doors,” Dorrell says. “We’re a company that leverages strategic partnerships with top-tier suppliers, utilizes cutting-edge technology for design and relationship management, and boasts an all-star team of industry experts.”
Matt F. knew he was in good hands from the moment he met with Golm for the consultation.
“Jon was attentive and helped us select the perfect windows for our home,” says Matt. “When it came time for installation, Andy and the crew were professional, efficient, and meticulous.”
Matt upgraded his home with beautiful, energy-efficient windows and a sleek sliding patio door - a transformation that made a remarkable difference in the home. He was blown away by both the quality of the products and the installation.
“We had an incredible experience with Modern Day, and their top-notch service and superior craftsmanship,” Matt says.
William B. says he couldn’t have had a better experience than the one he had with Modern Day Window & Door.
“Through consultation with their sales team headed by Jon Golm to the entire installation process led by their General Manager Andy Brown, we experienced nothing but great outcomes and product quality,” says William. “We acquired a beautiful custom front door by ProVia and two Andersen sliding patio doors. We couldn’t recommend them more highly.”
IF SHOPPING AROUND FOR NEW WINDOWS AND DOORS IS ON YOUR “TO-DO” LIST THIS SPRING, NOW IS THE PERFECT TIME TO GET A FREE QUOTE FROM MODERN DAY WINDOW & DOOR.
If shopping around for new windows and doors is on your to-do list this spring, now is the perfect time to get a free quote from Modern Day Window & Door. Call 317676-9222 or visit moderndaywindow.com.
CONNECTION POINTE CHRISTIAN CHURCH OPENS NEW LOCATION
Writer / Julie Yates
On Easter Sunday, April 20, Connection Pointe Christian Church will celebrate the grand opening of its Carmel location. With a long history in central Indiana dating back to 1837, church leadership is humbled and grateful to launch a second church home in Hamilton County.
The Carmel location at 2599 East 98th Street joins Avon, Brownsburg, and Fishers in Connection Pointe Christian Church’s mission to connect people to Jesus and each other. Services are at 9:15 a.m. and 11 a.m.; children from newborns to fifth-graders are welcomed at both times, while the 11 a.m. service will accommodate middle school and high school students.
“We had been praying many years about Hamilton County,” says Denise McCleese, executive pastor of strategy and engagement. “As a multigenerational church, we feel God’s calling us to the suburbs, where schools and communities are focused on raising families. The next generation, our kids and students, are the centerpiece of our vision.”
Located on 98th Street, Connection
Pointe leadership is excited about finalizing renovations after two years. The nearly 32,000-square-foot building underwent a complete renovation, creating an environment where people can experience life change and unconditional love.
The facility is an existing building previously known as Lighthouse Tabernacle, which will continue to meet at this location for a time. Connection Pointe church leaders are thrilled to continue the legacy Lighthouse Tabernacle began by focusing on reaching more people with the love of Christ.
“There are three pillars to Connection Pointe’s vision,” McCleese says. “The first pillar of the vision is to maximize and multiply Jesus’ followers so they can grow in their faith and then help others experience the hope that Jesus brings. The second is to raise the strongest generation, our kids and students, to outdo us in changing the world for Jesus. The third is to amplify Jesus online and globally through digital tools that help people follow Jesus daily on their phones and in their life, and support the church’s 26 full-time missionaries around the world.”
McCleese says God has given them an opportunity in Hamilton County, and it’s
one the church does not take lightly. “We want to reach the lost, raise disciples to go into the community, follow Jesus, and love our neighbor,” McCleese says. “Chris Maloney, who lives in Westfield, will be the pastor at the Carmel location. We are super excited for Easter Sunday, and we hope people in the community will check us out.”
Offering digital tools - including CP+, a spiritual fitness app, livestream services every weekend, podcasts, and Daily Hope, a daily devotional text message that comes straight to your phone 365 days a year - is part of the church’s outreach.
All upcoming program offerings are posted on the website at cp.church. To subscribe to Daily Hope, the devotional text message, text DAILY to 71093.
For more information, contact Connection Pointe Christian Church at 317-852-2221 or visit their website at cp.church. Also visit their Facebook and Instagram pages.
CONNECT
Joining Forces to Deliver
Writer / Jeff Worrell
Back in 1994, the City of Carmel embarked on a journey that would forever change its cultural landscape. With the establishment of its first Sister City relationship with Kawachinagano, Osaka, Japan, Carmel opened its heart to a world of shared experiences and deepening bonds. The decision was made after Kawachinagano’s Friendship City Research Group toured Indiana and found Carmel’s environment, abundant nature and educational interests to be strikingly similar to its own.
This blossoming relationship saw further growth in 1998 when Carmel High School and Seikyo Gakuen School became sister schools. Students from both sides experienced the enriching adventure of living away from home, fostering a profound understanding and appreciation for each other’s cultures.
The partnership continued to flourish, culminating in the creation of a Japanese Garden in Carmel in 2007. Nestled behind City Hall, the garden boasts a traditional Sukiya
gate, constructed with authentic materials from Japan and Indiana limestone that was shipped to Japan and engraved with inscriptions for the gate. Remarkably, the gate was assembled using special hand tools, without the use of modern nails, screws, brackets or hinges.
In a joint effort between Kawachinagano Rotary Club and Carmel Rotary Club, a tea gazebo was built in 2010 to commemorate the Sister City relationship and celebrate the founding anniversary of the Japanese Rotary group. This charming addition has become a symbol of unity and friendship.
Fast-forward to 2021, when Carmel took a bold step to enhance the garden, tripling its size and extending it all the way to Carmel Drive. To mark the completion of this ambitious project, the inaugural Cherry Blossom Festival will take place at One Civic Square on May 4, 2025, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. This event, presented by Kawachinagano Carmel Sister Cities Inc. in partnership with the City of Carmel, promises to be a vibrant celebration of Japanese culture and the 30-year relationship between the two
communities. With free admission, attendees can expect delightful stage performances, children’s activities in a special tent, and a plethora of traditional Japanese cultural experiences.
The festival will also welcome the esteemed Japanese Garden designer and creator, Mr. Hoichi Kurisu, commissioned for the garden’s redesign and expansion. Joining Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam in attendance will be the mayor of Kawachinagano City, Osaka, accompanied by his delegation, adding an extra layer of significance to the event.
Festival organizer Kumiko Kay Brunson enthusiastically invites everyone to join in the festivities. “All are welcome,” Brunson says. “We hope everyone from Carmel will come and enjoy the reopening of the Kawachinagano Japanese Garden. Guests can enjoy the tastes of Japan as well as dances, Japanese tea ceremony, origami, kendama, and other traditional cultural events. It will be a great day to spend with your friends and family.”
With the Cherry Blossom Festival on the horizon, Carmel is poised to embrace its rich cultural connections and celebrate the enduring friendship with Kawachinagano.
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