Center Grove Community Newsletter April 2014

APRIL 2014

KIC-IT PROVIDES LOVE & CARE FOR HOMELESS YOUTH BECAUSE A COUCH IS NOT A HOME

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It is our anniversary month. This starts of our third year of being your best source of neighbor-to-neighbor news in the community.

However, this month has even more significance; we are announcing the publication of Greenwood Community Newsletter starting in June. We are very proud that we will be able to bring the same high quality local news to our neighbors in Greenwood. Don’t worry. If you currently receive Center Grove Community Newsletter that will not change. We will be adding new homes to receive the new publication. As with this Newsletter, copies will be available for pick-up at popular locations.

Homeless teenagers are not the first image that comes to mind when you think of Johnson County. However, it is a much larger problem than many realize. There is a group of people in Franklin working hard to help the homeless teens. Katelyn Bausman brings us this month’s cover story on KIC-IT. There is a special reason to go to the polls next month for the primary election. Johnson County is adding a new Superior Court

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next year. The only two candidates are Republicans. So the winner of the primary is by default the judge for this new court. We feature Rick Ramirez’s exclusive interview with the candidates on page 25.

Christian Youth Theater is providing opportunities for more than just aspiring actors on the southside. Anyone interested in theater, from actors to prop makers can find a place in this budding organization.

Kris Parker has the story and some adorable pictures on page 12.

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KIC-IT: PROVIDING LOVE & CARE FOR HOMELESS YOUTH BECAUSE A COUCH IS NOT A HOME

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Writer / Katelyn Bausman

Youth homelessness in Johnson County is a problem of which many are unaware.

With no official homeless shelter in Johnson County, the Kids In Crisis – Intervention Team, known as KIC-IT, in Franklin, supports the estimated 150 homeless youth in Johnson County through a network of support and empowerment to break the cycle of homelessness and promote independence.

FEATURED COLUMNS 12 Christian Youth Theater Grows on the Southside

25 Judicial Candidates Vie for New Johnson County Court

45 Loud & Proud for Indy Eleven 9 Center Grove School Lunches Continue to Promote Healthy Eating Habits

15 Godspell Jr. Coming to Center Grove

16 Mom of the Year Nominees atCenterGrove.com

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APRIL WRITERS & CONTRIBUTORS Barbara Augsdorfer / Jessica Limeberry / Joyce Long / Julie Yates / Kate Rhoten / Katelyn Bausman / Kristen Parker / Nancy Craig / Rick Ramirez / Tonja Talley

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KEYHOLE GARDENS Writer / Nancy Craig

In previous articles, I’ve mentioned how my daughter, Ann, is using permaculture ideas to start her garden business, Handful of Herbs (handfulofherbs.com), in Fort Collins, Colo. One of the concepts she is using is a keyhole garden, which is a great garden plan for dry areas like Colorado.

We have experienced several dry summers here in Indiana, so I plan to have my great nephews, Max and Eli (and their dad, my nephew, Donald), help me make a veggie keyhole garden.

From gardener Jeff Stafford on HGTV Gardens, “Keyhole gardens combine the best attributes of a raised garden with a recycling center and compost maker.” Check out this link to the HGTV Gardens article on how to start up a keyhole garden: hgtvgardens.com/raised-garden/keyhole-gardening-tips. The page also includes a link to the website of Dr. Deb Tolman, Ph.D., who is an environmental scientist and landscape designer, and co-founder and director of the Silo Project, a nonprofit organization centered on sustainability.

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This will be a great way to show the boys the importance of good soil and how easy composting can be since it will be in the center of our garden. As we use household gray water, it will make a “compost tea” and keep our garden well-watered and nourished. Maybe our veggies will grow even faster!

We will also experiment with making a “mud shake” from this book, Gardening With Children, by the Brooklyn Botanic Garden.

It has a chapter called “Nature Recycles,” which explains how composting, soil and water interact to make plants grow. The boys still like to dig in the dirt and help their Nana plant seeds, so we will soon have a great keyhole garden.

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CENTER GROVE SCHOOL LUNCHES CONTINUE TO PROMOTE HEALTHY EATING HABITS Writer & Photographer / Julie Yates

The stereotyped visions of crabby, ill-tempered apron-clad “Lunch Ladies” ladling up gloppy, gooey mashed potatoes alongside a piece of mystery meat are certainly not seen in the cafeterias of the Center Grove Community School Corporation. At a recent visit to the cafeteria at Center Grove High, it was evident that the workers enjoyed cooking up tasty, healthy meals in a well-lit, stateof-the-art kitchen. Remodeled only a few years ago, the kitchen and cafeteria area is spacious and cheerful. About the same time their work area was being refashioned, cafeteria staff were also becoming familiar with changes to school lunch regulations due to the implementation of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010.

The program allowed schools to make changes gradually over a multiyear period, and the Center Grove school cafeterias were well within the compliance standards. In fact, even before this law was signed, Food Services at Center Grove had already made menu changes, such as offering whole-wheat items in an effort to serve students meals that would be wholesome and give them energy to do their best during the school day.

In the past couple of years, the meals began to be adjusted in further ways to reflect the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans set forth by the U.S. Department of Agriculture and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Whole-grain items were increased; the serving sizes for fruits and vegetables became larger; all milk was either 1 percent or fat free; and brightly colored vegetables, including those that are dark green, orange or red, were accessible. In addition, the amount of calories, saturated fats, sodium and desserts began to be limited.

WHAT MAKES A MEAL

Now all Center Grove school cafeterias have colorful posters hanging on the walls that are titled “What Makes a Meal.” They instruct students that they must choose from three to five of the components shown in the picture, and at least one must be a fruit or vegetable. Other parts added to build an acceptable lunch are protein, grains and dairy. Center Grove school cafeterias must follow these proper meal pattern requirements in order to receive reimbursement from the National School Lunch Program.

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Left to right: Rose Smith, Assistant Food Services Director; Cherrie Agan, High School Cafeteria Manager; Shannon Nesius, Food Services Director

compliance deadlines, the government has allowed school systems to apply for waivers. Center Grove’s director of Food and Nutrition Services, Shannon Nesius, has applied for one of these official waivers that will extend the target date to meet the new criteria by the 2015-2016 school year.

STUDENTS HAVE A SAY

It is expected that the changes initiated by the Healthy, HungerFree Kids Act will promote a healthy lifestyle, help students stay focused and give them energy for after-school activities by avoiding a midday slump. Also anticipated is that new healthy eating habits developed at school will transfer over to home life. The hope is that when students try different fruits and vegetables at school and find that they enjoy them, they will encourage their parents to serve them at home.

HEALTHY SNACK CHOICES

In tandem with the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act are the new school nutrition standards for Competitive Foods and Beverages.

This affects any foods sold in the a la carte or snack line and even those sold at school bake sales and in vending machines on-site. For example, although fresh baked brand-name cookies and various ice cream novelty bars are very popular, Center Grove Food Services will either have to find different companies to buy products from that meet the new standards, or existing suppliers will have to develop new recipes. In order to ease the scramble to meet

Rose Smith, support specialist of Food and Nutrition Services, and Cherrie Agan, Center Grove High School cafeteria manager, enjoy getting student input on new items or recipes that are being considered. During a study hall period, volunteers might be asked to sample a low-sodium chicken noodle soup or a baked good made with whole-wheat flour. Both ladies admitted that it is challenging to make a great tasting cookie with only whole-wheat flour. They have been successful, however, at adding spinach leaves to romaine salad mix.

Interested parents can find an extensive list of food items offered and their nutritional values in the Center Grove school cafeterias by going to centergrove.k12.in.us, select “Support Services,” then “Food & Nutrition Services.” In reality, these offerings look delicious in the actual cafeteria setting, and the fact that they are promoting the health of Center Grove students makes them even more appealing.

Julie Yates is a former teacher and current food blogger, Yates Yummies. She enjoys sharing quick, easy and healthy recipes with people who love to cook. Visit her blog at yatesyummies.blogspot.com.

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Christian Youth Theater Grows on the Southside Writer / Kristen Parker Photographer / Libby Grazian

Christian Youth Theater is an after-school theater arts training program for students ages 4 to 18 years old. Originally putting down its roots in San Diego in 1981, it has since expanded to become the largest youth theater in the country and has affiliates right here in Indianapolis.

In 2011, CYT Indy expanded and began offering additional camps, classes and shows that are more accessible for students on the southside of Indianapolis.

Angie Ward, whose son Taylor has been a participant in CYT Indy since the family

moved here in 2012, said, “Families who participate in CYT locally become part of a much larger and very supportive national family. In fact, one T-shirt says, ‘CYT: Awkwardly Closer Than Family.’ The theater community is very close-knit. It’s nice to know that by being involved with CYT Indy, we are connected to something even bigger.”

AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITY

Designed as an after-school activity, there are three 10-week sessions each school year: one session each in the fall, winter and spring. The two-hour-per-week classes offer a variety of opportunities. “Students can take classes on a variety of topics from voice, drama and dance to costuming and

stage makeup. There are many different classes and they rotate each session, with new ones continuously offered. Even my 4-year-old has a class offered to him that gently introduces the basics of musical theater and gives him a chance to perform,” said Libby Grazian, who is also the area coordinator for CYT South.

At the end of each session, a showcase performance allows students the chance to display what they have learned over the 10week session. With an audience consisting of friends and family members, as well as the other classes, students display what they took away from the class.

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learning new ones, students enrolled in classes may try out for a Broadway-style musical. Alternatively, if they prefer to stay out of the limelight, there are many positions to be filled backstage, including, but not limited to, lighting, props or sound booth. With assistance from adults as directors and other managing roles, children constitute the cast, as well as the crew, for musicals performed for the community.

during the school year. “We have been involved with CYT since my children attended summer camp. After the first day of camp, they were both so excited. They came home and were singing and dancing.

At the end of the week, they put on a fantastic showcase for all of the parents.

From that point on, we were hooked and have been involved ever since,” said Joleen Mutchman, whose children have been a part of CYT since 2011.

SUMMER CAMP

WHY CYT?

To continue students’ involvement over the summer, CYT offers various camp opportunities. Camps are also a terrific way to determine a child’s interest in theater without having a 10-week commitment

Even though there are other theater opportunities available for students, CYT South stands out. “Kids are taught by teachers with lots of experience and credibility. The shows are very good, and

[rehearsals are] all packed into Fridays and Saturdays. Plus, none of that backstage drama!” said Taylor Ward, a CYT participant since 2012 and current high school freshman.

In addition to being experienced performers who not only love working with students, the teachers also have a deep love for the Lord. “The people make the difference. CYT tends to draw families that are invested in their kids and want to be a part of what they are doing. The teachers, directors and choreographers pray with and for the kids and teach them that the stage is not ‘all about them’ but about serving others and bringing glory to God through their gifts,” said Grazian.

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Talia Grazian, age 10, who has participated in camps, classes and three CYT South productions.

“The kids are simply amazing, and I have been brought to tears on several occasions by their welcoming attitudes and the love that they show one another. Students who have never been able to find their ‘niche’ can thrive at CYT. Our kids and directors help them to feel loved and important.”

However, it is not just the high-quality productions and professional instructors that keep people returning to CYT. CYT offers the chance for total family participation. “One of the things I value most about CYT is that the whole family is involved in the creation of a musical theater production. One of CYT’s goals is creating wholesome family entertainment, and I really respect the fact that in CYT, it’s an intergenerational effort. Grandparents sew

costumes and create props. And parents make costumes, build scenery and publicize the show, while the young people rehearse the show. It is a family effort to bring the show to life. Children and parents draw closer, working together for the common artistic goal of producing wholesome family entertainment. It can be a wonderful experience,” said Kathy Phipps, the mother of several CYT participants as well as a class teacher and production director.

In addition to having a family-friendly atmosphere, it is a family-like environment in which children feel safe to give their all because they are loved and supported by the group. “Everybody is so nice, and I like making new friends. I also like being onstage and singing and dancing,” said

“What I love most about CYT is the fact that it allows me to let go of the worries and problems I have in everyday life. I have Asperger’s syndrome, which is a form of autism. This means that I have trouble communicating with people, and I get overwhelmed and anxious in stimulating situations. With CYT, I am allowed to immerse myself into my character, and I don’t have to think about the little things that make me anxious. I can be a different person onstage, and I like to take good character traits that my characters have and the confidence that I have onstage and apply it to my own life,” said Hannah Phipps, age 14, who has been with CYT South for three years. “We are all extremely tight, and I feel like the friends I’ve made with CYT are my family. Everybody is welcome, and I love how the teenagers are like protective siblings of the younger kids.”

For information about upcoming summer camps, check out the CYT Indy website at cytindy.org. CYT is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) educational organization, which is primarily funded through tuition, performance ticket sales and outside contributions.

A lifetime resident of the Center Grove area, Kristen Parker graduated from IU Bloomington with a degree in Journalism. She is the blessed mother of two active, home-schooled boys and is passionate about her faith, family and making her budget stretch.

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GODSPELL JR. COMING TO CENTER GROVE

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Mark Landis, Worship Ministry Leader at Center Grove Church, and musical director of the play, said, “We had 30 students audition, from ages 8-18 and are excited to bring this show to the Center Grove area. This is the first of what we hope to be more shows at Center Grove Church.” The play requires a cast of about 20, plus a production staff.

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Mom of the Year 2014 Jennifer Sherlock /

Nominated by Dylan Piatt I believe my mom should be Mom of the Year because she is doing all she can to be the best she can be.

She goes to school and takes care of three kids on her own. In addition, she runs a boot camp teaching kettlebells at the high school. My mom was not always slim and fit. But she decided to change her life, lost a lot of weight and recently earned her Russian Kettlebell Certification. That inspired me to get mine as well.

Those are just a few reasons that I believe my mom should be best mom of the year.

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Nominated by Jessica Spellis This year, I nominate Joyce Genneken. Joyce has two children, AJ and Tyler. AJ is here with her on earth, while Tyler resides in heaven after losing a well-fought battle with leukemia. Joyce fought right beside him, registering donors to join Be the Match, the national bone marrow registry. While a match wasn’t found for Tyler, 17 matches were found for other families. She and her husband started the Tyler Genneken Foundation to raise awareness and funds for Be the Match. The most amazing thing about her is her giving heart. She does it all anonymously. For all she does, for all she is, there is no one more deserving in my eyes.

Besides wearing the title of “Mom of the Year,” our winner will receive a prize package including: The cover photo and story of Center Grove Community Newsletter’s May issue An 8 x 10 print from the cover photo shoot, courtesy of Lemongrass Photography A relaxing day spa package provided by Massage Envy A beautiful bouquet of Flowers from McNamara Florists

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Nominated by Robert Whiteside, Shanon Mullinix I lost my first wife to cancer in 2004. She made me promise to find the boys a wonderful mom. I realized how hard it would to ask someone to welcome three boys into her life (three because I am a kid at heart). I began to notice this woman at work; she was smart, attractive and most importantly had a strong relationship with God. We got married in 2008. We welcomed Ava into our family in 2011. Lisa willingly and cheerfully took on all of the work, the laundry, the loss of sleep and some freedom. This nomination is a public affirmation of how blessed and appreciative we are that she said yes.

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Nominated by Alyssa Mocas She goes out of her way for her friends and family and her kids’ friends just to make them happy. She’s like my second mom. She really deserves this award! All of our friends call her Mama Glogoza! She’s loving and anyone can tell her anything! She gives us rides everywhere and throws surprise birthday parties for some of our friends. Even after back surgery she threw a surprise party and made sure everyone had what they needed. She’s sweet and caring, which is why I’m nominating her for the Center Grove Mom Award, and did I mention she’s beautiful, smart, hilarious and such an expert with makeup? I hope you vote for her!

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COPING WITH SPRING FLOODING “In those situations, timing is everything,” he said. “The sooner we can dry those out April showers may bring May flowers, but professionally, the better chance we can save they can also cause costly flooding problems them. The damage can get quite bad, quite for unsuspecting homeowners. quick.”

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The warning signs of trouble include discolored walls and ceilings, water stains and “bubbling” of paint or drywall, said Jim Krueger, who is a manager with Moore Restoration. He advised prompt action for homes showing those symptoms, saying water damage isn’t the sort of problem that goes away by itself.

DRAINAGE IS KEY

Krueger said the most common cause of springtime interior flooding is sump pump failure. For those who aren’t familiar with sump pumps, they are commonly used to remove water from basements susceptible to flooding. The pumps are placed in a

collection basin called the sump, often with a mechanism that activates the pump when water reaches a specific level.

While sump pumps play a direct role in removing water from homes, Krueger said proper maintenance of a property’s drainage system is a key preventive measure.

He listed foliage as a common culprit for problems, saying gutters clogged with leaves often can’t perform the important task of channeling drain water away from a home’s foundation and basement.

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backup, in case the water starts rising and there’s a problem.

tend to focus on visible problems, such as wet carpet, instead of the bigger picture.

“It can be a brutal wait if it fails,” Porter said.

“If you don’t prepare, you’re pretty much at its mercy, waiting for the plumber to come and fix it.”

“The biggest thing I think we see are people who try do it themselves, and they don’t realize the extent of the damage,” he said.

“It’s not so much what you can see, but what you can’t see that becomes the problem.”

PREVENT BASEMENT PROBLEMS

Josh Lee is a service manager for Schuler Plumbing Inc., and he said the most common sign of looming sump pump trouble is debris accumulating in the basin.

He suggested a simple test homeowners could try before the rainy season.

“It is important, especially if it doesn’t get a lot of use, to go down there, fill it up with water and make sure it works, before it’s too late,” he said.

A variety of optional features are available for sump pump owners. Lee said home security companies now offer a service where homeowners can be notified digitally of pump activation or problems. He listed batteries as another common accessory that can keep things running for up to eight hours during a power outage. While it costs extra, Lee said it can make sense for some homeowners.

Jim Krueger with Moore Restoration lists foliage in gutters as a common culprit to springtime flooding.

“Water is pressure and if that water has nowhere to go and it’s blocked, it’s going to find somewhere to go,” said Krueger.

“Having proper drainage and grading around your house is only going to help prevent these kind of situations.”

James Porter from Bolden’s Cleaning and Restoration recommended that drainage systems propel water at least 10 feet away from the foundation. He advised homeowners with sump pumps to check them regularly, saying they typically last five to seven years and it’s a good idea to have a

“If you have a finished basement, it’s definitely cheaper than a flooded basement or an insurance claim,” he said.

Sump pumps aside, Porter said it’s a good idea for the whole family to know where the water mains are, in case an emergency shutoff is needed. He said a common cause of spring plumbing failure is when a garden hose is left attached to a spigot over the winter, which can cause water to freeze in the spigot pipe, putting pressure on that system and potentially causing it to leak or even break.

“If you are going out to use the garden hose for the first time and if it was plugged in from last fall, that’s a red flag,” he said.

AVOIDING MOLD

Once a plumber fixes a leak, the next step is often to call a water restoration contractor to assess and repair the damage. Krueger said a common mistake is that homeowners

“A rule of thumb in our industry is that wet will always go to dry,” continued Krueger, saying wet carpet can often lead to wet drywall, baseboards and studs inside the wall.

“That’s the part most people don’t seem to think about,” said Krueger. “When those get wet, that’s when you have the likelihood of mold and mildew developing.”

Airborne exposure to residential mold can aggravate asthma, hay fever and allergies, along with causing coughing, congestion, runny nose and eye irritation, according to the Indiana State Department of Health.

“All molds need water to grow,” according to the ISDH mold website. “Mold can grow almost anywhere there is water damage, high humidity or dampness. Removing the source of moisture, such as through repairs or dehumidification, is critical to preventing mold growth.”

Explaining how that process works, Porter said removing the water is often only the first step, saying fans and dehumidifiers are typically needed to restore the air quality.

Krueger listed a “musty” smell as a sign of bacteria growth, saying that’s often an indicator of costly hidden problems. He said insurance can be helpful there, but he added that homeowners shouldn’t wait until there’s a problem to find out exactly what’s covered by their policy.

“Understanding your insurance coverage is very important,” he said. “Most insurance policies do not cover sump pumps or drain backups without an additional coverage on your policy.”

“It’s usually pretty inexpensive, but it’s well worth it,” Krueger added. “It’s usually pennies on the dollar, to be honest with you.”

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THE LIT ‘N LATTE BOOK GROUP

Writer / Nancy Craig . Photographer / Jessica Limeberry of Lemongrass Photography

Our book group, Lit ‘n Latte, meets once a month at the Strange Brew coffee shop on Smith Valley Road. We started our group through a women’s program at New Hope Church several years ago and have not run out of good books to discuss. We all love to talk, and it is evident that we love books since one of our favorites is “The Book Thief ” by Marcus Zusak.

Here is what one of our members, Cindy Cook, said about this book: "It is the first book I remember reading with our group. I thought it was extraordinary — so imaginative, with Death as the narrator, the way he describes his observations: subtle, simple, yet a gripping and touching look at the wartime lives of ordinary, decent people who happen to live in Germany during WWII. The experience of reading it was great. The additional experience of having a group to share that with was enriching and hooked me!”

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Cindy captures what makes a book group so much fun; it is the sharing not only about the book but how our lives are touched by the story and characters in the book. One of my favorite books is “The Stonecutter’s Aria” by Carol Faenzi, which is a story of her grandparents who immigrate to the USA. Her grandfather goes from the marble quarries in Italy to the limestone quarries in southern Indiana. This book is an example of why we like to pick local authors; we got to meet and hear Carol at the Indianapolis library. Plus one of our former members, Karen Beatty, went to the marble quarries on her trip to Italy.

Another source we have used to meet authors and hear them talk about their books is the Butler University program, Vivian S. Delbrook Visiting Writers Series (butler.edu/english/ visiting-writers-series/spring-2014).

We get our book ideas from friends’ recommendations and other book groups such as the White River Library. Their book discussions are open to adults. See their website for information: jcplin.org/programs.

In our book group, we talk about our Christian faith and open the discussion with prayer. Our member Janet Miller sums up how books can affect us with her favorite quote in the book “Moloka’i” by Alan Brennert: “God didn’t give man wings; He gave him the brain and the spirit to give himself wings. Just as He gave us the capacity to laugh when we hurt, or to struggle on when we feel like giving up. I’ve come to believe that how we choose to live with pain or injustice, or death…is the true measure of the Divine within us.”

We read all kinds of books and a variety of authors; we select the books for a year at a time and get the book discussion questions from the author’s website. We take turns facilitating to research the book and to lead the discussion. It is good to keep the group number small so everyone has a chance to talk. If you would like to start your own book group, I’ll be glad to share what has worked for us. Contact me, Nancy Craig, at ncraig4@gmail.com.

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Due to rising legal cases, the state approved another court in Johnson County. Several judges currently balance criminal and civil matters.

In January 2015, the new Superior Court 4 will take over civil cases, such as divorces, custody disputes and foreclosures. That will free up some of the other courts to hear strictly criminal litigation.

Johnson Circuit Court Judge Mark Loyd says he and other county officials pleaded with the State Commission of Courts for years to get a new court. The commission finally approved it, but Loyd says in the meantime the caseload has grown even more. “Even though we got the new court, which will bring us to seven judges, we’ll need 10 judges by the time the new court opens in 2015,” said Loyd, who cited statistics under Supreme Court guidelines. “While the population and caseload continue to grow, this new court should at least mean the wait time for dissolution cases should not increase for a while,” Loyd added.

No Democrats filed to run for Superior Court 4 judge in the primary. With the filing deadline past, that leaves two Republicans going head-to-head in May. Joe Villanueva, of Bargersville, is a trial attorney with more than a decade of experience handling civil and criminal cases. He is also deputy prosecutor of Johnson County.

Marla Clark, of Greenwood, is a sitting circuit court magistrate over Johnson County’s juvenile and family division. She has held that post for nine years.

Surprisingly, the only two candidates in this countywide race attend the same church. Looking at their tremendous resumes, community contributions and similar backgrounds, the average voter might find it tough to choose. The race just might come down to which candidate gets out and shakes more hands. Each candidate has a website with more information about his or her experience, judicial views and upcoming campaign events. For your convenience, Center Grove Community Newsletter conducted a question-and-answer session with both candidates.

RACE FOR JUDGE OF JOHNSON COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 4 - PRIMARY: MAY 6, 2014 Candidate

MARLA CLARK (R) Residence Grew up in Greenwood, Ind., and resides in White River Township Education Center Grove High School, 1989; University of Houston, 1992; IU School of Law, 1995 Current Job Johnson Circuit Court Magistrate, Juvenile/ Family Division Family Single mother; two daughters, ages 17 and 16; two sons, ages 16 and 15 Church Prince of Peace UCC Campaign Website Clark4Judge.com CG You’ve served as the county’s juvenile court judge for nine years.

What have you done to help make the juvenile justice system better?

Marla I got to a point where I wasn’t happy with anecdotal evidence. So I collaborated with my counterparts and we instituted a new case management system instead of only relying on our gut to make a judgment. We do a pretest and a post-test of juveniles.

We can lower their risk of another delinquent act up to 80 percent.

CG What’s the toughest custody case you’ve worked on?

Marla The hardest case is a family relocation case. Last fall, a mom wanted to relocate out of state, out West. But the father had a big part in the child’s life, so I told the mom no. It wasn’t in the child’s best interest to be taken away from her father.

CG What can county government do better to protect children?

Marla I’d like to see more classroom space in the Juvenile Detention Center. We’ve also found lower-cost ways to improve public safety. We expanded electronic monitoring of juveniles.

Deputies also check up on them. We treat them with safety and dignity because they are still children.

CG What is your advice to parents in this day of social media and mixed messages from Hollywood?

Marla Talk to your children. If you aren’t talking, they aren’t getting your perspective. They are only getting views from Hollywood or from peers. When you look into the eyes of another person, you have to be more careful about what you say. Don’t do it on social media if you wouldn’t stand before them and say the same thing.

CG What are some practical tips to keep homeowners out of foreclosure?

Marla There are lots of good assistance programs they can utilize. They should engage in conversations with their lenders.

CG Who are your top campaign endorsements?

Marla Ray Skillman, Mark Myers, Suzanne Miller, Bob McGee and Eric Moore.

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CG Will you tell us about your family?

Marla I grew up in Center Grove (White River Township). My parents live right around the corner. My two brothers moved away.

I’m a single mom with four teenagers. One just graduated from Center Grove and the others currently attend the high school.

CG What are your hobbies?

Marla I love boating with my family. I tow my own boat to lakes like Cataract, Monroe and Dale Hollow. I just love to hang out with my kids.

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JOE VILLANUEVA (R) Residence Grew up in Schaumburg, Ill., and resides in Bargersville, Ind. Education Schaumburg High School, 1993; University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1997; IU School of Law, 2000 Current Job Deputy Prosecutor of Johnson County Family Wife, Carrie; son, age 7; daughter, age 6 Church Prince of Peace UCC Campaign Website JoeVforJudge.com CG What are your qualifications to be judge of Superior Court 4?

Joe As a deputy prosecutor, my plea offers are the same whether I know the attorney on the other side or not. I have extensive trial experience with both juries and courts. To my knowledge, I am the only candidate to have not only this extensive experience, but also any experience trying cases to judges and juries as a lawyer. On the civil side, I have served as a pro tem judge in four of our six courts handling civil cases.

CG What’s the toughest custody case you’ve worked on?

Joe A dad who was seeking to get primary custody over his 11-year-old son. He was concerned his son was not getting the proper education based on his ex-wife’s choice to home-school.

Mom worked full time as a local gas station clerk and took the boy with her. He spent his days in a back room studying from a workbook purchased online. Their conversations were often cut short because of customers. Dad wanted to enroll him in school and was even willing to utilize a tutor. I spoke with the son about his current situation as well as dad’s desires. He really didn’t like the gas station and wanted go to a real school and have friends. I had to decide whether it would be in the best interest of the child to allow him to continue being home-schooled or place him in a public school. Ultimately, I granted dad’s request. The sad part was that

this mother was not a bad mother; she believed she was doing the best she could under the circumstances.

CG What can county government do better to protect children?

Joe Enhance communication. Take the case of Amanda Smith, a mother charged with allegedly drowning her son Jacob in her bathtub. There were apparently a number of police involvements with Smith leading up to Jacob’s death. However, none of those reports ever reached the court to be considered evidence in the argument of any of the parties. Police agencies and DCS did not have access to the other’s database. While nothing will bring Jacob back, the active collaboration of these types of groups and their sharing of information is a good first step in helping to ensure a tragedy like this does not happen again.

CG What is your advice to parents in this day of social media and mixed messages from Hollywood?

Joe Conduct yourself in a way that results in your children looking to you as their role model as opposed to someone else. Our children are inundated with examples of people of all ages behaving badly on television, movies and social media. If left without the proper parental guidance and influence, these children will learn to emulate those behaviors as they appear to be not only condoned, but applauded.

CG What are some practical tips to keep homeowners out of foreclosure?

Joe Banks want money, not houses. If there is a way to keep the money flowing their way, they are interested. Look into a possible modification as to your rate, term or payment schedule. A HUD counselor can also assist with these issues.

CG Who are your top campaign endorsements?

Joe Lanny Wilhelm, Bill Pfifer and Troy Dehart.

CG With no family connections here, why did you settle down in Johnson County?

Joe When I was finishing law school in Bloomington, my fiancée (now wife) got a job working for an ENT group in Franklin. We found a great little ranch in “downtown” Bargersville near Red’s. We only had our home a week or so before going on our honeymoon.

When we came back, our entire yard had been cut and manicured by our neighbors, whom we didn’t even know. That’s when I realized how special this area is and why we chose to remain here ever since.

CG What are your hobbies?

Joe I am a fitness buff and enjoy working out. I also enjoy playing golf and anything Elvis (and yes, that is why my daughter’s name is Presley). On the weekends, I like to take my son in our 1967 GTO and cruise the Suds in Greenwood.

Rick Ramirez is a longtime TV news producer who now owns a media business in the Indianapolis area. Rick has served on committees in his community and is currently president of the Red Alert Robotics Team in Center Grove. Rick lives in Greenwood with his wife Julie and son Tom.

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Writer / Katelyn Bausman Photographer / Jessica Limeberry of Lemongrass Photography [Names of homeless youth have been changed]

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exually abused at 5 years old, Sara and her drug addict mother moved more than 40 times in seven years.

Once they lived on a campground for three months.

Eventually while living in an apartment, the police showed up during a party her mom threw for five days. “As it turned out, my mom’s boyfriend had been running a meth lab out of our laundry room. My mom went to prison for 19 months.”

Derek says, “People were coming and going from our house frequently,” buying drugs from his dad who was abusing drugs along with his mom. Soon the water and electricity were shut off; the family lost their car and was evicted. His parents divorced, and now they all live with different people. Derek says he has gone through a long period of severe depression and nearly committed suicide.

Brittney will never forget the day her very abusive dad “made me watch while he shook my baby sister repeatedly until her little body went limp.” Brittney was placed in foster care but wanted to run away all the time. “I got into a lot of fights, abused drugs and started cutting myself.” Eventually she was arrested. This allowed her to receive psychiatric counseling. Since being out of treatment, she’s bounced around from place to place without a stable home.

KIC-IT Board Members (left to right): Allen Whitehurst, Kimberly Spurling, Kim Sharp, John Calloway, Debbie Burton, Dr. Dave Sever, Jonalyn Palmer, Kara Larkin & Jill Overton Not pictured: Gene Feasel

PROVIDING LOVE & CARE FOR HOMELESS YOUTH BECAUSE A COUCH IS NOT A HOME

These are just some of the heartbreaking stories of homeless and at-risk youth helped by the Kids In Crisis – Intervention Team, known as KIC-IT, in Franklin. Pronounced “kick it,” the organization supports the estimated 150 homeless youth in Johnson County through a network of support and empowerment to break the cycle of homelessness and promote independence.

Youth homelessness in Johnson County is a problem of which many are unaware. “People are often surprised to learn there are homeless youth in our area because it’s something you don’t see,” says Board President Debbie Burton. “It’s not like downtown Indianapolis where you see people standing on the corner with cardboard signs.”

With no official homeless shelter in Johnson County, this hidden segment of society crashes on friends’ couches, lives out of cars or walks the streets all night. KIC-IT’s slogan, “Because a couch is not a home,” speaks to the definition of homelessness: the lack of a fixed, regular, adequate nighttime residence (e.g., sleeping on a friend’s couch or in cars, tents, public spaces, abandoned buildings, shelters).

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The center is a comfortable place to study, search for employment opportunities online and connect with volunteer life coaches and other community organizations that can provide resources, support and guidance.

Tim Polk (foreground) searches the Internet for job opportunities at the drop-in center in Franklin. The non-profit organization was started by Oscar Yturriaga (background - at computer); Yturriaga was a counselor for Franklin schools and former President of KIC-IT. (Photo provided by KIC-IT)

SAD REALITY FOR HOMELESS YOUTH

Like Sara’s, Derek’s and Brittney’s stories, most homeless youth have faced a lifetime of transience and instability and are longing for a place to call home. Many have moved countless times in their young lives, some as many as 80 times. Large percentages have been victims of child abuse and neglect, having experienced severe pain and trauma. Oftentimes extreme family conflict or parental substance abuse is an issue.

Life has proved to them that they cannot count on anyone or anything. They often feel isolated and alone, as if no one understands them. With no one to turn to, they battle unimaginable depression, anxiety and fear. Worrying about where their next meal will come from is a way of life. Because they battle a number of stressors, they are highly likely to engage in substance abuse as a means of self-medication. Understandably, they struggle in school and have difficulty keeping a job.

Sadly, a common misperception about youth on the streets is they are rebellious or enjoy it, but that’s far from the truth. Usually it is their only choice.

“We all get to go home, open our cabinets to food, sleep in our beds and know that we’re in the comfort of our safe homes,” Burton says.

“But these youth don’t have a home. It’s sad. It hurts because you just want to be able to help each one, change their lives and give them guidance and hope.”

HOW KIC-IT CARES

KIC-IT supports this vulnerable and oftentimes overlooked population of 16- to 25-year-olds through its drop-in center, providing hot meals and essential supplies for survival (e.g., clothing, food, bedding, hygiene products). The center is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at 41 W. Monroe St. in Franklin, across from the Johnson County Courthouse.

The center is the closest thing to home the youth may have.

“Each one becomes part of your family,” Burton says. “They’re not a number to me. I want to help them, encourage them and give them hope. I think they feel that care [at the center]. They feel comfortable, and that’s exactly how I want them to feel.”

Homeless youth need someone in their corner, encouraging their dreams and goals. Burton says it is so important to be a constant in each young person’s life. “They’re so used to being let down by other people, but they know that we’re here for them. I want them to break the cycle and have more in life because they are capable of it and deserve it.”

The KIC-IT Outreach Program utilizes a van to take essential survival resources to youth who cannot get to the center and provides transportation support for those who need a ride to the center, job interviews or social service agencies.

KIC-IT distributes material on its programs and services to area school counselors and nonprofit agencies, so young people can contact the organization discreetly using the Crisis Line, 317-412-4973.

HELPING A COMMUNITY IN NEED

KIC-IT began as the realization of a gap in services for homeless youth. As an at-risk counselor at Franklin High School, KIC-IT’s founding president Oscar Yturriaga heard from students repeatedly, “Where do I go? What do I do? I’m homeless. I’ve gone through all my friends and family.” Necessary resources simply were not available.

With that, KIC-IT was launched. Members of KIC-IT began meeting in the fall of 2009, and two years later the drop-in center opened its doors. Soon volunteers expanded the services to include outreach and life coaching.

Burton became a volunteer after she lost her job in 2010. “[Homelessness] can happen to anyone, and I realized that could be me needing help. It disturbed me that there is such a growing need for homeless youth in our area.” Her role grew over the years from volunteering at the center to overseeing it and then joining the board. Last July, Yturriaga moved out of state. That’s when Burton stepped up. “I see a hurting youth,” she says. “When you see

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a need, you act on it. The change starts with me stepping up to the plate and helping.”

KIC-IT has several people stepping up to help; the organization is entirely volunteer-run. Burton and Board Vice President Kim Sharp are aided by eight fellow board members: John Calloway, Gene Feasel, Kara Larkin, Jill Overton, Jonalyn Palmer, Dr. Dave Sever, Kimberly Spurling and Allen Whitehurst. The team is made up of pastors, school administrators, homemakers and those involved in victim advocacy and social work.

“What I really love about the board is we’ve all come together to help,” Burton says. “We’re all a team. Each person contributes something.” All members work at the drop-in center at least once a month, in addition to helping with fundraising, outreach and raising awareness. KIC-IT also collaborates with several area schools, churches, social service agencies and community members.

DONATIONS ARE VITAL

Burton says everything KIC-IT offers to the youth is donated, from food and clothing to hygiene products and bus tickets. To raise money, the organization has several fundraising events throughout the year, including a 5K run/walk this month (see sidebar). KIC-IT was a benefactor at last month’s Corporate Cup Challenge and receives grant funding as well.

You can help break the cycle of youth homelessness by volunteering for KIC-IT. Donations are always appreciated; 98 cents of every dollar donated goes directly to help homeless youth in Johnson County. You can also donate essential resources or services (see sidebar).

Burton says KIC-IT hopes to offer some form of shelter or transitional housing for youth soon in addition to the drop-in center. The organization is looking for a permanent home instead of continuing to lease.

“I really feel like the Lord has His hands on KIC-IT and is blessing it, like we’re doing something right,” Burton says. “But we have to be more than what we are. We have to go deeper, not just put a Band-Aid on the problem. We have to get to the root issues that these youth are facing and help them heal from the inside out. These youth are really struggling, and we might be their last hope.”

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HOMELESS STATISTICS

• 150 homeless youth between ages 16-25 in Johnson County • More than 700 homeless families with children in Johnson County • 47% of homeless youth were kicked out of their home, typically by parents/guardians for reasons of convenience, cost or conflict • 75% of rural homeless youth “couch surf” with friends or relatives, frequently moving from place to place • 57% of homeless youth spend at least one day each month without food • Over 25% of foster children will become homeless within 2-4 years of leaving the system • Nationally 1 in every 50 youth will become homeless by the age of 18 • Homeless youth are 2x as likely to be held back in school, be suspended or ultimately drop out altogether BOARD MEMBERS

President Debbie Burton, Homemaker VICE PRESIDENT

Kim Sharp, Minister and Victim Advocate at Johnson County Prosecutor’s Office

Kara Larkin, Assistant Director at Clark Pleasant Community Schools Allen Whitehurst, Pastor at Union Christian Church Kimberly Spurling, Community Outreach Coordinator at Franklin Community Schools Jonalyn Palmer, Homemaker

MEMBERS

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Camp Can Do was created to help empower preteens and teens on the autism spectrum with skill sets for the future. CCD founder Amanda Cooper says, “Autism numbers are on the rise. Building a skill set for these children needs to begin at a young age so they can be active, independent members of the community.”

The four weekday camps enable autistic preteens and teens ages 10 to 18 an opportunity to continue learning over summer break. The camps will be available in two-week sessions. The first session encompasses the weeks of June 16 and June

23, while the second session incorporates the weeks of July 7 and July 14. Camper days include fun-filled activities from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Led by a trained staff, camp counselors split the campers into smaller groups. Open to 15 campers per session, the middle school program, for ages 10 to 14, breaks up daily into three groups. This allows closer assistance from the counselors, with a counselor-camper ratio of 3-to-5.

In the high school program, for ages 15 to 18, CCD allows 10 campers per session.

Broken into two groups, their counselorcamper ratio becomes 1-to-5 and includes help from an assistant director.

MORE THAN S’MORES & SING-ALONGS Daily, each group rotates through six activities: arts and crafts, cooking, mad science, games, sports and music. These activities feature a variety of life skills in a safe, motivating learning environment. In the cooking activity, for instance, the campers learn how to follow directions, measure ingredients and clean up after themselves.

When veteran camper Jack Abbott, 14, was asked about the six activities, his response came easy. “At Camp Can Do, we cook, color and do mad science. One of my favorite parts was making the Angry Bird in art.”

Throughout the day, campers can be seen beaming with pride as highly coveted camp dollars are presented to them.

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How do they earn the dollars? By completing an activity or exhibiting positive behavior, said Emily Behnke, CCD director. These dollars then pay for snacks and community field trips. Through the expenditures, campers become exposed to budgeting money and practicing communication skills.

due to frustration,” Humphrey recalled.

“But now, for example, he may be asked to ‘tie his shoe,’ and Austin can do it. But he needs someone to guide his hands through the motion and time to process the instructions. The camp counselors have given him both, boosting his confidence and keeping the frustration to a minimum.”

Fridays are slated for community field trips. Excitement overflows from the campers as they experience ordering from a restaurant menu, paying for admission and communicating with others. This year’s schedule highlights trips to Hi-Way Lanes on June 20, the Franklin Skate Club on July 11 and Edinburgh’s Aquatic Center on June 27 and July 18. Campers are also introduced to the public transportation service Access Johnson County.

The high school program builds on the skills and confidence gained in the middle school program. In the cooking activity, the teens create a shopping list using the cooking ingredients needed from the younger group’s program. Using Access Johnson County, further exposing them to public transportation, the teens head to a nearby grocery store to purchase their items. Cooper says this fun activity further emphasizes how to stay within a given budget. To develop leadership skills, these older campers help lead younger campers through the sports and game activities.

Other responsibilities include staffing the camp store for daily snack sales and Friday shopping.

Austin Humphrey, 11, enthusiastically explained last year’s field trips. “I enjoy social activities. The counselors are very nice, and I like my time with them. Last year we went swimming, bowling and to Rascal’s Fun Zone. My favorite game was the Ninja Swap.”

To get a parent’s point of view about CCD, I recently chatted with Austin’s mom, Center Grove resident Linda Humphrey.

Her son has gained great strides in the areas of confidence and conversation, thanks in part to CCD’s staff. “In the past, if Austin came upon the pressure of time constraints, meltdowns would happen

Behnke said, “The camp staff strives to give the campers a calm and comfortable place to thrive. Our hope is the campers will improve their social skills, as well as develop life skills, to help them gain independence.

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INFORMATION GIVEN BY SPECIAL SERVICES JOHNSON COUNTY SCHOOLS 2004: 50 students in Johnson County had been diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder.

2014: 534 students in Johnson County struggle with ASD. Of these students, 168 students are from Center Grove.

INFORMATION GIVEN BY AMANDA COOPER, CCD FOUNDER q The biggest misconception about people with autism is they are seen as intellectually, emotionally and mentally disabled. w ASD is actually a neurological disorder that affects communication — both expressively and receptively. e Sensory processing problems are common.

INFORMATION GIVEN BY DR. MICHAEL BRODY, IU HEALTH PHYSICIANS FAMILY MEDICINE, FATHER OF A TEEN WITH ASD q Some individuals on the autism spectrum have a dangerously high pain tolerance. w ASD toddlers lack the self-preservation to know looming dangers compared with other toddlers, e.g., stairs or roadways. e If the individual can actually feel the pain, he or she might not know how to communicate it. r ASD individuals fascinate themselves with one topic until all facts are realized. t ASD individuals will have delayed speech, slower speech or inappropriate response to a conversation.

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Mention the name Gabriel and many immediately think of the angel who announced Jesus’ birth. But they may not know the Gabriel Project is all about birthdays. Ask the all-volunteer network of the Great Lakes Gabriel Project (glgabrielproject.org), a regional outreach to women with unplanned pregnancies.

When pregnant women contact their office located on West 86th Street, many are concerned they won’t be able to support their child, according to Executive Director Eileen Hartman. They are offered counseling, an explanation of available resources and a free ultrasound at 1st Choice for Women, also at the same location. Abortions are not offered or referred.

If the woman decides to continue her pregnancy, they direct her to a local church to trained lay counselors, referred to as Angels. In Saints Francis and Clare Catholic Church, eight Angels minister in pairs. One of those volunteers has a deep admiration for mothers who choose life. Donna Kelker and her husband, Tim, adopted their daughter in October 1982. Kelker, recently trained as an Angel, wants to help those who decide to keep their babies. “As Angels, we’re here to support the mother emotionally and spiritually — to be her friend and direct her to resources that can help,” said Kelker.

According to the Rev. Vince Lampert, “The Gabriel Project is one of the ways that the parishioners of Saints Francis and Clare make a positive difference in the lives of men and women who have been blessed with the gift of a new life.”

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Christina Lopez, Gabriel Project’s SSFC’s coordinator and an Angel, also became involved because of a mother — hers. She watched her mother serve in the Gabriel Project in 1999 when it was first introduced to Indiana. Lopez enjoys “seeing the relationships between the Angels and their mothers grow. It’s sharing God’s love with them. It’s coming to them collaboratively, not like ‘I’m doing this for you.’”

As coordinator, Lopez focuses on communication and organizing the parish’s monthly meetings. “Gabriel Project has been around for a while, but for our parish, it’s new, so we’re still evolving. Communication is key, along with learning as we go along,” said Lopez. One of her challenges is learning how to help the young mothers with such problems as homelessness and transportation needs.

Kevin Lingbeck instructs volunteer nurse Bobbie Lawless as she performs an ultrasound at 1st Choice for Women. (Photographer / Maggie Zoiss) atCenterGrove.com / APRIL 2014 / CENTER GROVE COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER / 41

Christina Lopez with her two-year-old son

Also active in SSFC’s Gabriel Project, Jim and Ann Recasner use their basement to store baby items such as clothing, diapers, crib mattresses, toys and strollers. The parish is planning a baby shower in May to help stock infant supplies and new or gently used clothing for the mothers they support.

The Recasners also assist Judy York, chairperson of the parish’s 40 Days for Life (40daysindy.org) prayer campaign that began Wednesday, March 5, and ends Sunday, April 13. An international program that began in Texas, 40 Days for Life assigns times throughout the week for volunteers to pray near places that perform abortions.

Since its start in 2007, 600,000 people and 16,500 churches have become involved.

Jim Recasner and Donna Kelker check the baby supply stock in the Recasners’ basement

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Because the Great Lakes Gabriel Project is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization, opportunities to serve abound. Hartman provides sonogram training for nurses so that free ultrasounds can be offered at no cost for pregnant women. Each nurse completes 50 practice ultrasounds to fulfill requirements from the College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Any pregnant woman can invite family members to view her free ultrasound at 1st Choice for Women. “It’s a way of spreading joy about life,” said Hartman.

On the horizon for the Great Lakes Gabriel Project, which also has volunteers in

Illinois, Michigan, Ohio and New York, is a mobile ultrasound unit. In February, Hartman and a board member stopped at an Indianapolis recreational vehicle show and met Ken Eckstein of Mount Comfort RV. Soon Eckstein, his wife, Gail, and their son, Russell, were not only willing to sell the Gabriel Project an RV at cost but also wanted to get involved as volunteers. They have raised $30,000 to purchase a 2013 Coachman Freelander Motorhome, but $30,000 is still needed.

Looking back, Hartman first learned about the Gabriel Project through her local parish, St. Bartholomew, in Columbus. It began ecumenically with two Christian leaders, Rex Moses, a local evangelical pastor,

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and Kathy McConn, a representative from the Roman Catholic Church, speaking at a community event May 1, 1999. It didn’t take long for Hartman to catch both their passion and their vision to help women with unplanned pregnancies.

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Indianapolis has the Colts, and there are Colts fans. Indianapolis has the Pacers, and there are Pacers fans. Indianapolis has the Indians, and there are Indians fans. Indianapolis has the Ice, and there are Ice fans.

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with their team. For the Indy Eleven, and don’t use “11” because that makes them unhappy, the Brickyard Battalion are the supporters. The “Brickers” are organized into chapters from Carmel and Fishers to Bloomington, Indianapolis and finally the southside — Center Grove, Southport and Franklin. There are 2,500 members of the Brickyard Battalion and the “Southies” are at 30 and growing. The Southie Brickers BYB meets at the Blind Pig in Greenwood to watch international soccer matches.

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The catalyst of the Southie Brickers is Tyler Drake, 23, of Center Grove. Drake played soccer as a youngster and really loves the game. When he learned about the new North American Soccer League franchise in Indianapolis, he was totally on board.

He really wanted a southside chapter of the Brickyard Battalion. Drake is quick to say that the Indy Eleven is not a minor league team, but rather a second division team. “The Indy Eleven will play first division teams during its season,” Drake says. And with 2014 being a World Cup year, the games are divided into spring and fall seasons. The spring season will end in early July to break for the FIFA World Cup tournament. The fall season starts in August and runs through November.

The Indy Eleven is billed as “Indiana’s Team” — with no disrespect toward the Colts, Pacers, Indians or Ice. "Indianapolis prides itself on being the amateur sports capital of the world,” says Drake. He adds that Indy hosts NCAA basketball tournaments and even the Final Four, in addition to other amateur and college sports events. “But you have to have a good professional soccer team to be an international city,” he says, “and a good soccer team has to have supporters.” With a good soccer team and passionate supporters, the Brickers hope to attract the attention of the international soccer world.

Another aspect of the Indy Eleven is that it wants to be the community’s team. To that end, the team has been involved in “Goals for Indy,” partnering with Goalrilla, the Evansville-based sports training equipment maker, and other events hosted by various corporate sponsors. Check out the Indy Eleven website at indyeleven.com for the latest information. And if you think there aren’t soccer fans in Indianapolis, look again. Even before the first game, 7,000 season tickets were sold, forcing IUPUI to add bleacher seats to Carroll Stadium.

The Indy Eleven Facebook page (facebook.com/ IndyEleven) has more than 35,000 “likes,” the Brickyard Battalion Facebook page (facebook.com/ BrickyardBattalion) has more than 2,500 “likes” and the Southies (facebook.com/SouthieBrickersBYB/timeline) are closing in on 100 “likes.” Yeah, there are more than a few soccer fans in Indiana.

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It’s the beginning of April. Spring is here, and so are the last couple of weeks before the dreaded “tax day” of April 15.

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In the immediate future, we’ll all be dealing with income taxes.

There’s a laundry list of taxes beyond the income tax filing. Some we Do you usually owe or receive a refund? For most of us, this can might encounter every day; others, only once or twice. vary each year, but it’s generally best to be within a range (perhaps $500–$1,000) on either side of being even with the taxman.

What are some of the common taxes we might have to pay? Heard of sales tax, food and beverage tax, use taxes, income taxes, intangible If you owe more than that, it would be wise to revisit your W-4 taxes, gift tax, estate tax, inheritance taxes and Social Security/ form with human resources. Perhaps you’re not putting enough Medicare taxes? How many do you know and can you explain? into the coffer each pay period, or maybe you could lower your taxable income by possibly increasing your 401(k) or 403(b) Here’s a quick glossary of each: contributions. These items can be changed easily through employer SALES TAX: Imposed by local and state governments for a variety resources. (If you aren’t currently participating in a retirement plan, of goods and services sold or provided. you might have to wait for the next open enrollment period.)

FOOD AND BEVERAGE TAX: An additional tax assessed on food and drink purchased and/or consumed in a restaurant. This includes takeout food orders.

USE TAXES: Taxes on the use of goods and services, such as a tax

On the flip side, if you’re getting a lot of the green stuff back from Uncle Sam, couldn’t you use it throughout the year? Why let the government borrow it interest-free? If this is your situation, you can make an adjustment with your withholding. A tax professional can help you determine what to change.

INCOME TAX: Federal, state, city and county taxes collected on

Once tax season is over, take inventory of your situation. Review your tax return and adjust accordingly. It’s your money after all. You work hard for it, so keep what money you can.

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INTANGIBLE TAXES: These vary but include capital gains on

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GIFT TAX: Taxes that may be imposed if the gift amount is greater than a specified amount (up to that amount, the gift is not taxable).

Kate is a financial expert of what to do and not do with money as well as owner of 4 Walls Financial, A Coaching Focused Company. She has attended and completed Dave Ramsey’s Counselor Training. Follow Kate on Twitter @KateRhoten, reach out to her via email at Kate.4walls@gmail.com, or visit KateRhoten.com. Feel free to share ideas or questions for future articles.

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