Center Grove Magazine December 2023

DECEMBER 2023

YOO DIRECT HEALTH CELEBRATES FIVE YEARS AS A PATIENT-CENTERED PRACTICE

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GOODNESS BAKED IN

Life Is Sweet at Butter Sugar Flour in Trafalgar

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THE SPIRIT TO SUCCEED

Haberdasher Artisan Distillery Represents Owner’s Dream Come True

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Note from the Publisher to bring these stories to you - stories about our community, the people in our community, and all the work being done to continually make this the greatest In this season of giving thanks, reveling in community in which to live, work and the holiday spirit and turning the calendar play. to a brand-new year, one can’t help but To the readers of Center Grove Magazine, pause and reflect. I hope your year was I thank you for your enthusiasm when you full of blessings large and small, and that receive a new issue in your mailbox every you find truth in the mantra that there is month. I deeply appreciate your feedback, always something to be thankful for. your kind words, and your advice and suggestions - keep them coming. Center As publisher of Center Grove Magazine, Grove Magazine exists for YOU. I recognize my blessings every day as I criss-cross the county meeting new To the advertisers of Center Grove people, hearing your stories, witnessing Magazine, my sincere and profound your efforts of giving back, lending a gratitude for you is immeasurable. I hand, educating, building businesses, sent an email earlier this week about the volunteering, contributing, and carrying on the legacy of collaboration that makes upcoming deadline as I do every month, this a dynamic and generous community. and in that message I stated, “I love each and every one of you!” And you know I am beyond thankful for the opportunity I do. None of this is possible without December? Already?! Maybe it’s just me, but 2023 seemed to be on fast-forward all year long.

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LIFE IS SWEET AT BUTTER SUGAR FLOUR IN TRAFALGAR Writer / Fredda Kovacs Photography Provided

Nestled in the heart of Trafalgar, a charming new coffee and pastry bar has emerged.

Butter Sugar Flour is captivating locals and visitors alike with its delectable offerings and cozy ambiance. Since its grand opening last December, Butter Sugar Flour has quickly become a beloved hub for those seeking a sweet and savory culinary experience.

Kristyna Voris, owner, jokingly explains the inspiration for the clever name.

“That’s just my unique ability to not be creative when it comes to pastry naming,” she says.

“Those are three ingredients I use the most.”

Upon entering Butter Sugar Flour, patrons are welcomed by the sweet aroma of freshly brewed coffee beans and the sight of artfully displayed pastries adorning the glass counters. The atmosphere exudes warmth with its comfortable furnishings, inviting you to unwind and savor a moment of tranquility.

“Everything was built and designed

Kristyna Voris and her Mother, Kathy

around the fireplace mantel,” Voris says. “I was scrolling through my phone one evening and spotted it on the Madison Street Salvage website. It was exactly what I had envisioned for the space.”

Years of baking for personal enjoyment and for friends and family, with glowing reviews, provided inspiration in opening a brickand-mortar shop. The unique ingredients of impressive baking skills, knowledge of project management, and a dash of throwing caution to the wind, provided a recipe for success.

“I wasn’t expecting it to grow the way it did,” Voris says. “We first saw our social media pages exploding and then started getting calls from literally all over.”

The menu boasts an array of fresh, fromscratch, carefully crafted pastries and danishes, buttery scones, decadent cakes and cupcakes, elegant macarons, cookies, brownies, fresh bread and muffins, and more. The must-have treat is the deliciously sweet, as-big-as-yourhead cinnamon roll.

“Quality and taste are very important to me,” Voris says. “Many of the ingredients we use are a little less traditionally used - ingredients that elevate the flavor profile. This is what sets us apart and this is what customers remember.”

The coffee selection is equally exceptional.

Butter Sugar Flour has found the perfect partner in Shane Case of Mylke Coffee Company.

“Coffee is very much an art form, from the coffee bean grower to the roaster to the barista who pulls shots,” Voris says. “Great coffee doesn’t happen on accident. It’s TownePost.com / DECEMBER 2023 / CENTER GROVE MAGAZINE / 7

the culmination of the talent, passion and dedication of the grower, roaster and barista, all coming together in a single cup for you to enjoy.”

Butter Sugar Flour has easily become a vibrant part of the community. Their success has been built, in part, in the belief that every cup of coffee they serve helps to strengthen relationships. They contribute to the community through regular donations to local schools, active participation in community events, and creating events of their own. One such example is Thanksgiving Sharing.

“My dad felt strongly that people shouldn’t be without a hot meal on Thanksgiving,” Voris says. “It wasn’t unusual for our family and friends to gather along with the occasional complete stranger.” In his memory, Butter Sugar Flour, and with several generous donations from the community, helped to provide a hot meal on Thanksgiving to those who would have otherwise gone without.”

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As their one-year anniversary approaches this month, Butter Sugar Flour has plans for a fun, celebratory soirée. They’ll offer specials, giveaways, commemorative cookies, and all of this will come complete with the red-carpet treatment literally.

“Celebrating with our customers and the community is natural,” Voris says. “We enjoy seeing our customers several times a week, really getting to know them and what’s going on in their lives. We all feel like family.”

Butter Sugar Flour is located at 105 North State Road 135 in Trafalgar. For anyone seeking a delightful escape into the world of exceptional pastries and coffee, Butter Sugar Flour stands a testament to culinary excellence and community spirit, one delectable bite at a time.

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THE SPIRIT TO SUCCEED HABERDASHER ARTISAN DISTILLERY REPRESENTS OWNER’S DREAM COME TRUE

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Brooks Bemis, a 2009 Center Grove High School grad, was a member of the 2008 state championship football team.

“It was really cool to be a part of that comeback game,” says Bemis. “I think that win taught me that anything is possible.”

He’s testing that theory now by venturing out with something new and just as big.

It’s a long-held passion project that he has transformed into a new career. Bemis opened Haberdasher Artisan Distillery in the Garment Factory Events facility in downtown Franklin, and he just celebrated its grand opening in October.

After graduating from Franklin College with a degree in business, Bemis worked in industrial distribution, selling manufacturing supplies. He married fellow Center Grove grad Lauren Casey, morning anchor on WRTV, and the two enjoyed visiting various distilleries and breweries.

“We loved hearing all the stories, and how every brewery and distillery made their product their own way,” says Bemis. “We also enjoyed checking out the decor of the tasting rooms. Whenever we went to those places, we’d comment on how cool it would be to own one of our own.”

Back then, the pair was working staggered schedules, so Bemis had free time on his

hands. He began researching distilleries and learned a lot from the American Distilling Institute. In 2017 he applied for a permit, and began distilling in 2018. For the next four years he still worked his nineto-five job, and distilling became his night and weekend hobby. During that time he honed his craft and developed an inventory of products, since a lot of the products he makes are barrel-aged and take years to mature.

Last year he came to a crossroads. With two little ones at home (Archie, 4, and Isla, 1), it became too much to work a day job, be a parent and run the distillery. He had to make a choice. (Their daughter is named after a region of Scotland that makes some

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of their favorite whiskey, which is a little nugget of awesome.)

“I’d been coming in on weekends at 3 a.m.,” says Bemis. “Although I’ve always hated waking up in the morning, I never minded doing it if I was coming into the distillery.

I figured if I don’t mind getting up at 3 a.m. when it’s zero degrees outside to come to work, then maybe I should make this my career.”

His wife was hugely supportive, as were his dad and uncle, who were both in commercial development and suggested he utilize a part of the Garment Factory for his distillery.

While the historic Garment Factory is a giant, 50,000-square-foot building that can host weddings as large as 400 people, the 1,600-square-foot space for Haberdasher was a completely raw, undeveloped warehouse space - ideal for a tasting room.

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wall built 80 years ago. It’s clear that it was a factory, and yet they’ve installed tin-tiled walls and quartz bar tops, and hung a chandelier to fancy it up. Plus, the space includes large windows so you can see the distilling equipment.

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“It’s not just a bar,” says Bemis. “It’s a working distillery.”

Haberdasher’s got a midcentury modern, 1920s vibe. The space includes a wall-wrap mural of Harry Truman because he owned a haberdashery in the early 1920s. It’s a hat tip to those bygone days when men would dress up in fancy hats and buttons.

Community response has been positive, with folks traveling from all over including Westfield, Columbus, Terre Haute and Louisville.

“We knew distilling was popular with the bourbon boom and all, but we didn’t realize just how ready people were for a distillery,” says Bemis. “So many people have told us, ‘It’s about time we got a distillery here!’ We consider ourselves a distillery for the spirits enthusiast.”

That’s not surprising given that they make unique products from scratch. All of their spirits are manufactured and bottled right there in the building.

“We make them as robust, unique and flavorful as possible,” says Bemis.

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The Bemis Family - Lauren, Archie, Isla, Brooks

They specialize in whiskeys and gins, and their tasting room is set up to showcase those drinks.

“A lot of our spirits test the boundaries,” says Bemis, noting that they sell products that don’t fit into normal identities of spirits. For example, they’ve got one that’s distilled from beer. “We like to step out of the box and create spirits that aren’t already out there,” he says. “For

instance, we make a light whiskey.”

Currently the distillery is open from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays. Their limited hours are twofold. Firstly, they need production time to make the spirits. Secondly, they want to leave room for private tastings.

Last year Bemis worked full time at the distillery, getting the buildout done as

well as producing as much product as possible, bottling, and labeling.

“This has been a dream for years, so it feels really good to finally be open,” he says.

Haberdasher Artisan Distillery is located at 81 East Wayne Street in Franklin. For more information, call 317-526-3679 or visit haberdasherdistillery.com.

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UNLOCKING YOUR BEST HEALTH As we navigate the journey of aging, we often find ourselves facing persistent health issues like fatigue, joint pain, insomnia and more. Sometimes these symptoms are brushed aside as an inevitable part of getting older. But what if there was a place that offered a fresh perspective and a path to reclaiming your health with evidencebased solutions? Meet Yoo Direct Health, a growing practice recognized as a leader in functional and aesthetic medicine.

Their mission is simple, yet profound; to provide patients with the best possible outcomes. They’ve been doing just that helping patients reach their health goals.

A COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE Yoo Direct Health is celebrating its fifth anniversary in November, and they’re part of a growing portion of the healthcare industry - functional and aesthetic medicine. Founder and Chief Executive Officer Lexi Yoo, FNP-BC/CPNP, says she’s proud that Yoo Direct Health has become a leader in the industry as they’ve continued to grow and innovate. They welcomed Nikki Keserich, NP, and Allen Stewart, FNP-BC. Both practitioners offer a unique perspective, as they were patients prior to joining the practice.

Stewart has a special interest in men’s health, and his perspective as a patient and a practitioner adds a valuable dimension to their practice, allowing them to better understand and address the symptoms experienced by men and the impact it can have on them, their families and their relationships. What sets Yoo Direct Health apart is their commitment

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patients achieve the outcomes they seek.

New providers go through a 90-day orientation process, which includes hands-on clinical experience, shadowing all positions within the practice, as well as access to specialized content from the Yoo Direct Health Training Academy, designed by Lexi herself. This comprehensive approach ensures that every team member understands not only the services they offer, but also the roles of their colleagues, to provide seamless patient care. The commitment to education goes beyond the initial training period. The providers at Yoo Direct Health are continuously learning through internal trainings and conferences to not only build on the knowledge they already have, but also to stay at the forefront of cutting-edge therapies that may help their

EMBRACING INNOVATIVE THERAPIES AND TECHNOLOGY Yoo Direct Health is dedicated to staying at the forefront of innovative therapies and technology. Constant learning and growth in an ever-changing industry is critical to Lexi and her staff. Over the past five years she’s continued to add innovative therapies such as bioidentical hormone therapy, gut health protocols, ozone therapy, sexual wellness protocols (the “O” and “P” shot), ultrasound technology, as well as a comprehensive weight-loss program that includes in-depth body composition testing, health coaching, and incorporating modalities such as peptide therapy. Yoo

Direct Health incorporates the use of ultrasound technology for the medical and aesthetic side of their practice. Using ultrasound enhances patient outcomes, safety and precision by providing realtime imaging guidance that enables the providers to visualize internal structures, monitor tissue response, and perform procedures with greater accuracy and minimized risks.

“Since we’ve been using the ultrasound technology, we’ve been able to help other offices with patients experiencing complications from their aesthetic treatment,” Lexi says. “We know with the ultrasound, and we can safely and effectively help diagnose and potentially treat the complication.”

Ozone is a therapeutic process, which

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involves the use of an energized form of oxygen known as ozone (O3), and has a wide range of potential benefits, from immune support to anti-inflammatory effects and detoxification. Its effects have been documented in the potential treatment of conditions such as acne, allergies, skin irritations, various skin disorders, fatigue, joint pain, chronic respiratory diseases and so much more.

worked out four times a week doing heavy weightlifting. That was a year-long process and I lost 77 pounds.” Shaffer emphasizes that Yoo Direct Health believes in empowering patients to take control of their well-being, and Ramsey’’s transformation is the ultimate testament to that philosophy.

The staff at Yoo Direct Health are proud to have played a part in her remarkable transformation.

BEGIN YOUR JOURNEY TO BETTER HEALTH Located at 107 N. SR 135, Suite 106 in Greenwood, Yoo Direct Health is committed to helping patients optimize their health, and providing the tools and support to achieve their health goals. If you want to take charge of your health and start feeling your best, call 317-884-8791 or visit yoodirecthealth.com.

“We attend a large amount of educational conferences, and while we’re there, we listen and learn,” says Min Yoo, chief operating officer. “Then, when we return, we take those critical pieces of information and work to implement them in our practice for the benefit of our patients. We also want to ensure we’re not just implementing new therapies without standards for their outcomes.”

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Ramsey says she initially aimed to get a tummy tuck to repair her muscles after giving birth to four children. She says she knew she couldn’t have the procedure done until she got down to her goal weight. Ramsey says she knew she was looking at a lengthy process. “I was put on a peptide therapy for weight loss,” Ramsey says. “With the peptide it’s a slow process and you still have to work hard. I

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BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AND AIRPLANES Saturday, 16th | 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

BOLDAviation – 965 Airport Access Drive, Greenwood Santa is making a quick stop at the BOLDAviation maintenance hangar to make sure his sleigh is in tip top shape. Come enjoy doughnuts and coffee, take pictures with Santa, and check out some cool airplanes up close.

Free event and open to the public. They will be accepting unwrapped and unopened toys to provide to Toys for Tots Indianapolis.

Park in the main parking lot at the Greenwood Airport.

Enter the main terminal building and follow the signs to their hangar just north of the main terminal.

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The Barn at Bay Horse Inn – 1468 W. Stones Crossing Rd., Greenwood Center Grove Dance Team presents a beloved event that features breakfast, pictures with Santa, crafts, live music and a character meet and greet. Online registration available. Tickets are $25 for kids or $30 for adults. Choose from 9 a.m. seating or 11:30 a.m. seating. Visit www. cgdancepo.ludus.com for ticket information.

Help us digitize our yearbook collection Yearbooks can provide an unparalleled snapshot of the community in time. Center Grove High School has over 75 High School yearbooks, dating back to 1923. We would like to transfer these school memories to a digital format.

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FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS AND LIVE NATIVITY Saturday, 16th | 2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Aberdeen Community – 3840 N. 500 West, Bargersville The Aberdeen community welcomes you to their Festival of Lights and Live Nativity.

Drive through the community to view the decorated homes sparkling with thousands of lights, listen to carolers, enjoy complimentary hot cocoa and cookies at the gatehouse while they last, get a free photo with Santa in the Duke Homes model home, and follow the signs to the Live Nativity at the Aberdeen barn. Everything is free, but donations to Blessings in a Backpack will be accepted at the gatehouse.

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Even loved ones can be a mystery when it comes to figuring out what gifts you’re getting for everyone over the holidays. Older loved ones can be especially hard to shop for, as they seem to have it all - lifetimes of knickknacks and keepsakes.

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The 2023 CG Trojan Football team rolled through the regular season with a 9-1 record and, once again, marched to the state tournament.

SECTIONAL 8 SEMIFINALS OCT. 27, 2023 FRANKLIN CENTRAL AT CENTER GROVE FINAL SCORE: 40-14 CG CG rallied from a 14-13 deficit late in the first half with 27 unanswered points to beat FC, 40-14, in the opening round of the state tournament. Tyler Cherry threw five touchdown passes, three to Noah Coy, and two to Brevin Holubar. Matthew Yoder was the Trojans’ top rusher with 93 yards. Owen Bright had 11 tackles to lead the defense.

Brody Boswell and Luke Barrett each had two interceptions, and Barrett returned one interception 47 yards for a TD. CG Head Coach Eric Moore’s program is 6-0 against the Flashes.

SECTIONAL 8 FINALS NOV. 3, 2023 CENTER GROVE AT COLUMBUS NORTH FINAL SCORE: 35-12 CG CG captured its 19th Sectional title with a convincing 35-12 win at Columbus North.

Tyler Cherry threw two touchdowns and ran for one score, Matthew Yoder and Austin Hennessy each had rushing touchdowns, and Noah Coy and Tristan Baxter each had receiving TDs. Owen Bright recorded eight tackles, Nate Johnson had three sacks and Brody Boswell had an interception. CG has the longest active streak in the state for the most consecutive Sectional titles with 13 and 28 straight Sectional wins. This was the 18th Sectional title under CG Head Coach Eric Moore.

REGIONAL FINALS NOV. 10, 2023 WARREN CENTRAL AT CENTER GROVE FINAL SCORE: 14-0 CG CG earned a hard-fought Regional title at home over Warren Central, 14-0. After a scoreless first half, the Trojans scored two touchdowns in the third quarter to win their sixth straight Regional title and 18th overall. Noah Coy caught two touchdown passes from Tyler Cherry to lead the Trojan offense. The defense recorded its first shutout of the season. Kobe Cherry had 11 tackles, including one sack, Owen Bright had 10 tackles, Ryder Woolwine had six tackles and a sack, Nate Johnson notched eight tackles, and Brody Boswell had an interception. This was the 17th Regional title under CG Head Coach Eric Moore.

SEMI STATE FINALS NOV. 17, 2023 CENTER GROVE AT BEN DAVIS FINAL SCORE: 37-34 OT BD

TD with a 10-yard run. Smith connected on two field goals and two PAT kicks. Owen Bright recorded eight tackles, A.J. Beggs had six tackles, and Kobe Cherry had a sack. CG ended the season with an 11-2 record, ranked number one in the 6A State Coaches’ Poll, and Sectional and Regional champs. In four seasons, the CG senior class won three State titles, three Semi-states, four Regionals, four Sectionals, two Metropolitan Interscholastic Conference titles, and three Copper Kettle Trophy games over Carmel, and amassed an impressive 51-4 overall record (26-1 home, 22-2 away, 3-1 neutral). Thank you to CG Head Coach Eric Moore, the coaching staff, and the Trojans for an amazing four years.

CG’s pursuit of five straight class 6A State championship appearances ended with a 37-34 overtime loss in the Semi-state final at Ben Davis. The three-time defending state champion Trojans trailed the Giants 28-10 late in the third quarter before mounting a valiant comeback, taking a 31-28 lead with 2:58 left in the fourth quarter. With seven seconds to play in regulation, BD kicked a game-tying field goal to force overtime.

CG regained the lead at 34-31 in overtime following a 28-yard FG by Patrick Smith. On its first offensive play in OT, BD connected on a 10-yard TD pass, to win, 37-34. Indiana Mr. Football candidate, Tyler Cherry, led the Trojan offense with 406 yards passing and three touchdowns. Noah Coy had 157 yards receiving and two touchdown catches and Brevin Holubar had 118 receiving yards and a 69-yard TD reception.

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