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Food and family are two defining characteristics of Italian culture.

Chris Marra comes from a long line of Italian relatives, meaning most Sundays growing up were spent cooking Italian dishes with his father, Mike. Marra’s great-grandparents moved to Cleveland from Italy in the early 1900s. Mike learned to make pasta from his grandmother in her garage. The father-and-son team opened Angelo’s Italian Market in April as a way to honor their Italian heritage and pay tribute to Marra’s grandfather, Angelo.

son team purchases flour directly from a stone mill in Illinois. Marra says utilizing a stone-milled product means its natural nutrients stay intact and taste better.

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“Growing up, my dad spent a lot of time learning to make pasta and various sauces from his grandmother,” Chris Marra says. “Nothing was ever written down, but my dad hung on to those recipes.”

Their homemade sauces include basil pesto, garlic formaggio, vodka cream, ragu alla Angelo’s, and a traditional Sunday red sauce. They also offer stuffed, fresh pastas like ravioli, tortellini and stuffed rigatoni.

Customers can also preorder takeand-bake pastas such as lasagna and pasta bake.

He wasn’t sold on the idea of an Italian market until he realized just how much pasta his kids were eating. He discussed focusing on fresh, homemade pasta and sauces with his wife, and Angelo’s Italian Market was born. He says waiting until the concept was perfect was the key to the success of the family-operated business.

The market also sells hand-rolled meatballs, fresh-baked bread, salads, sandwiches, Italian-imported gluten-free pastas, Italian sweets, imported olive oils, cured meats, and Circles Ice Cream products. Marra says they hope to offer hot lunches three days per week. They now offer catering as well.

Father and son spent countless hours visiting other businesses outside the area to source the best ingredients and tools for their products. They use a bronze die extruder for pastas like bucatini, cavatelli, ziti, and spaghetti alla chitarra. While the bronze die extruder is expensive, it creates a textured surface for the pasta, allowing the sauce to cling to the noodles.

Angelo’s also offers classes on making Italian pasta. Marra says he’s pleasantly surprised by how quickly the classes sell out. He says every time he adds a date, it sells out immediately.

The Angelo’s team makes pasta with only two ingredients: highquality, stone-milled, organic semolina flour, and water. The father-

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“The pasta-making class teaches our guests how to make handmade pasta at home without any fancy tools,” he says. “The classes are limited to six people, and we have some charcuterie while the pasta rests. Then we hand-cut it, and they take home what they made that night.”

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When Dr. Yvonne Stokes was hired as Hamilton Southeastern (HSE) Schools superintendent in April of 2021, the school district made history by hiring its first African American superintendent. On September 13, 2023, the school board made history again, this time by accepting the resignation and separation agreement of Stokes. The board, and Attorney Chris Greisl, portrayed the separation as a mutual agreement. Public speakers at the meeting described the situation as forced resignation.

Fishers City Councilor David Giffel proposed the city explore awarding one private contract for city trash removal, in order to save trash collection fees for residents. Fadness says he will schedule a work session to explain the many steps that must be taken to begin that process.

The opening of the HSE school board meeting on September 19 featured the reading of a statement from Board President Dawn Lang, expressing “gratitude” to the local community, but “recognizing we don’t always agree.” She referred to moving “through the next steps with this plan,” but didn’t specify “this plan” in her statement. Lang expressed her commitment “to honesty, transparency and collaboration.”

Just days after accepting the resignation of Stokes, the school board hired the firm Administrative Assistance to provide mentoring services for interim HSE Superintendent Dr. Matt Kegley, and will begin the search for a new permanent superintendent in mid-November, after the vote on the referendum.

The debt rating agency Standard & Poor downgraded Fishers’ city debt, backed by property taxes, from AAA to AA+.

Mayor Scott Fadness says he anticipated this development, due largely to the city’s

During some years, Fadness uses his State of the City address to make big announcements, and other years he likes to just highlight what is happening in city government. In 2023 the mayor invited three of his department heads, including Health Department Director Monica Heltz, Fire and Emergency Services Department Chief Steve Orusa and Police Department Chief Ed Gebhart, up to his State of the City stage. They each summarized major issues being handled by their respective departments.

HSE Schools leaders unveiled their 2024 spending plan, totaling $296 million.

Enrollment overall is a bit down in the current school year, but HSE Schools Chief Financial Officer Katy Dowling says this should not present any major budget issues this school year, presuming the referendum on the election ballot passes.

Verizon was initially eager to construct 5G towers around the Fishers and many are in operation. However, in recent months and years, Verizon has stopped construction of these towers. Once right-of-way is granted for the towers, Verizon has two years to at least begin construction. At the September 12 Board of Works and Safety meeting, Tami Houston, assistant engineer for the 6 / FISHERS MAGAZINE / NOVEMBER 2023 / TownePost.com

city, told the board seven such tower rightsof-way have had the two-year period expire, leading to the board vote revoking those rights-of-way. Houston told Fadness there are about 80 such right-of-way actions set to expire in the future if Verizon chooses not to construct towers at those locations, with 30 to 35 such grants expiring soon. Verizon has not commented on why it has chosen to stop constructing 5G towers in Fishers.

After serving under Planning and Zoning Director Megan Vukusich as her assistant, Ross Hilleary has moved up to the director’s chair with Vukusich’s departure.

According to a city news release, Hilleary’s responsibilities will include leading the day-to-day operations and implementation as well as special initiatives for longrange planning of the city’s parks, trails and greenways efforts, and the Unified Development Ordinance update.

Dowling asked the school board budget and finance committee on September 19 what they are seeking from a contract with Bondry Consulting that she is not already providing. Ben Orr says he wants to learn more about school finance.

Orr later gave Dowling a vote of confidence.

“I want to say very publicly that I have full faith…in our CFO,” Orr said. “Katy has been outstanding.”

My thanks to the Fishers High School parent-teacher organization, for inviting me to judge the Chili Cook-Off on September 29, sampling some tasty chili from some wonderful teacher-chefs. I enjoyed working with fellow judges, Master Chef Kelsey Murphy and WTHR Meteorologist Angela Buchman.

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Giving Tuesday EXPLORE THE MANY WAYS YOU CAN GIVE BACK LOCALLY Writer / Alison Gatz Photography Provided

WHAT IS GIVING TUESDAY ALL ABOUT? Giving Tuesday was created in 2012 as a simple idea: a day that encourages people to do good. Giving Tuesday takes place every year on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving in the United States. Giving Tuesday this year will be on Tuesday, November 28.

The primary goal of Giving Tuesday is to encourage people to engage in acts of generosity, and to support charitable organizations and causes. It serves as a reminder of the importance of giving back to the community, both locally and globally. Participants are encouraged to donate their time, money, skills or other resources to help those in need, or to support causes they are passionate about.

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HERE ARE SOME KEY POINTS ABOUT GIVING TUESDAY: 1. Global Movement

While it originated in the United States, Giving Tuesday has grown into a global movement, with participation from individuals, nonprofits, businesses and communities around the world.

2. Diverse Forms of Giving

Giving on this day can take many forms including monetary donations to nonprofits, volunteering time, fundraising for charitable causes, and acts of kindness.

3. Social Media Engagement

Giving Tuesday has leveraged the power of social media to spread awareness and encourage participation. The hashtag #GivingTuesday is commonly used on platforms like X, Facebook and Instagram to share stories of giving and inspire others to get involved.

4. Impact

Since its inception, Giving Tuesday has generated significant support for charitable organizations and has raised millions of dollars for various causes. It has also helped shine a spotlight on important social and environmental issues.

5. Partnerships

Many nonprofit organizations, businesses and corporations actively participate in Giving Tuesday by launching fundraising campaigns, matching donations or contributing a portion of their sales to charitable causes.

6. Community Building

Giving Tuesday fosters a sense of community engagement and philanthropy, bringing people together to make a positive difference in the world.

7. Yearly Tradition

Giving Tuesday has become an annual tradition, and it continues to grow in popularity as more people and organizations join the movement.

Overall, Giving Tuesday serves as a reminder that the holiday season is not just about consumerism, but also about giving, compassion, and making a positive impact on society. It encourages individuals and communities to come together and support the causes and organizations that matter most to them. For more information about Giving Tuesday and ideas on how you can get involved, visit givingtuesday.org.

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GIVING LOCALLY IN FISHERS A great way to GIVE back to the community is by sharing your time, talent and/or treasure with local nonprofits. Don’t know where to go or who to support? Here is a list of just some of the local nonprofits to get you started. These are local nonprofits that serve our community and we wholeheartedly believe in the work they do. You can also find more local nonprofits and the work they do by visiting the City of Fishers website at fishers.in.us.

THESE ORGANIZATIONS ARE EITHER BASED IN FISHERS, FOCUS MOST OF THEIR WORK IN FISHERS, OR HAVE A PROJECT SPECIFIC TO FISHERS: Fishers Youth Assistance Program youthassistance.org/fishers

Youth Mentoring Initiative ymionline.org

HAND, Inc. handincorporated.org

Humane Society for Hamilton County hamiltonhumane.com

Shepherd’s Center of Hamilton County shepherdscenterofhamiltoncounty.org

Good Samaritan Network gsnlive.org

Indiana Center for Prevention of Youth Abuse & Suicide indianaprevention.org

HamCo Love hamcolove.com

Heart and Soul Free Clinic heartandsoulclinic.org

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Recovery Café of Hamilton County recoverycafehc.com

Healthier Hamilton County Systems of Care hamiltoncountyphhc.org

HSE Schools Foundation hsefoundation.org Fishers YMCA indymca.org/fishers Outside the Box otbonline.org/otb-fishers The Shift Initiative shiftinitiative.org

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THESE ORGANIZATIONS SERVE IN FISHERS AS WELL AS HAMILTON COUNTY:

Paws & Think pawsandthink.org Trinity Free Clinic trinityfreeclinic.org Food 4 Souls food4souls.org Janus Developmental Services janus-inc.org Kids Coats Hamilton County kidscoats.org Cherish cherishcac.org A Kid Again akidagain.org/chapter/indiana-chapter Same As U sameasu.org

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OTHER WAYS TO GIVE BACK TO OUR COMMUNITY • Organize a supply drive for teachers and classrooms • Donate household goods and miscellaneous items for STEM projects, art projects or theater • Sign up to be a substitute teacher this is a huge need for our schools

VOLUNTEER YOUR TIME, AND VOLUNTEER YOUR SKILLS!

Did you know the City of Fishers has a complete website dedicated to volunteering in Fishers??? See all the great ways you can give back by visiting volunteerfishers.com.

VOLUNTEER WITH OUR LOCAL SCHOOLS!

Connect with a specific school to determine what needs they have that align with your ability and availability. There are so many ways to get involved with our schools, and here are a few ideas to get you started: • Share your career with students on career day • Help in the office by organizing, doing errands and making copies

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Clothing, shoes and accessory drives are a great way to encourage friends and neighbors to clean out closets!

• Winter coats, hats and gloves for Good Samaritan Network or Kids Coats • Women’s professional attire for Dress for Success COORDINATE A COLLECTION • Eyeglasses for the Lions Club or Fishers DRIVE! Optimist Club Food pantries love donations. Check in with • Shoe drive for Changing Footprints these local pantries to see their latest needs: • Rehab equipment such as crutches and • Township trustee offices walkers for Good Samaritan Network’s • Church pantries Rehab Equipment Link • Hamilton County food pantry master • Donate broken and unused holiday lights directory by Good Samaritan Network to local schools • Fishers Youth Assistance Snack Attack and Summer Meal Program • HamCo Love collects feminine hygiene

LOVE TO SERVE ALONGSIDE PEOPLE? LOCAL SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS WOULD BE A GREAT PLACE TO START. •F ishers Rotary Club •F ishers Police Corps •F ishers Fire Corps •F ishers Multifaith Community for Compassion •F ishers Tri Kappa • 1 00 Women Who Care Hamilton County •F ishers Century Club •K nights of Columbus •F ifty Club of Fishers

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There are many ways to give back, whether through an organization or random daily acts of kindness. One of the pillars of our city is vibrancy. A vibrant community is connected, resilient, healthy and inspiring. We can’t think of a better way than giving back to others, as a way to ensure Fishers is a vibrant community for us to call home.

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LADIES BIKE NIGHT ANNUAL EVENT BRINGS LOCAL WOMEN TOGETHER FOR FUN, FOOD AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Each year the number of women participants has grown. Friends of friends are welcome. The group has branched Fishers is a tapestry of neighborhoods. out to include ladies from the Gray Eagle Some sprawl, while others are small enclaves neighborhood. The expansion naturally with just a few homes. Each one has their happened, since children in the two own unique flavor and activities. A few seem subdivisions go to the same school and to melt into each other due to proximity to many of the moms are connected to each shared amenities. As residents connect with other through the Gray Eagle swim team. each other, a sense of community develops.

“The destination of the ride is the same The Tanglewood neighborhood, located just location, but now it’s called Saxony north of 126th Street and close to Hamilton Pizzeria,” Poske says. “They have such Southeastern (HSE) High School, started a a lovely outdoor seating area and they tradition in June of 2020 that brings moms welcome us with open arms. We let the together for an evening of fun. Ladies Bike restaurant know we are coming about a Night began as an opportunity socialize week in advance. We typically meet at my outside during COVID, and is now an house around 4:30 p.m. for hors d'oeuvres annual event that includes individuals from and maybe a cocktail. We sit on the back nearby Gray Eagle. deck, catch up, meet new friends and listen to music. It’s mom time away from the “The first Ladies Bike Night started with 10 kiddos, and a chance to relax and smile. of us all from Tanglewood,” says participant Kristen Poske. “We needed a girls night out, At 6 p.m. they take to their bikes. so we did something outside. We rode on bikes to what was then the Rails Craft Brew "The dads take photos and videos,” Poske & Eatery on 131st Street in Saxony. It was says. “We are lucky our husbands are so so much fun, we decided to make it a yearly supportive. They think it’s as funny as we event. This past summer was our fourth do. They have built relationships too. They year and 34 women participated. The bike foster our fun and create their own.” rides have been held on a Wednesday in June towards the end of the month, after the In the summer it gets dark later, so the ladies Mudsock Youth Softball tournament is over. don’t have to rush. They stay together for a A lot of the ladies have kids on the Gray Eagle leisurely ride through Tanglewood and cut swim team, which has meets on Tuesdays through Saxony to avoid major roads. They and Thursdays, so a Wednesday is best.” usually stay at the restaurant for close to two Writer / Julie Yates Photography Provided

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and a half hours.

“Then we ride back here for more hors d'oeuvres and maybe more cocktails,” Poske says. “We do nothing but laugh and we have stories from other years’ rides. Once a mom got dropped off at the restaurant and realized she didn’t have a bike to ride home.

Another mom happened to have a child’s seat on the back of her bike. The mom hopped into the child’s seat and rode home in it! We were laughing for days.”

Poske, who is originally from Fishers and attended HSE High School, shares that Ladies Bike Night, along with other events happening in the neighborhood, have helped her reconnect with friends she had in the past. Activities include spring and fall pickleball, a blind wine tasting attended by over 20 women, and a smaller bike ride to El Camino Real. Another shared experience was charcuterie board making, where partners produced boards, with themes such as Bloody Mary or brunch.

“Fishers can seem big, but there is always something to do in a smaller vicinity to create a sense of community,” Poske says.

“It develops a sense of belonging. Women shouldn’t be afraid to have fun. As the mom of three who works outside the home, connecting with other women helps me be a better mom. Women deserve to have outlets too. Don’t be afraid to laugh and smile.”

HONORING OUR VETERANS A Heartfelt Appreciation

for the greater good. They leave behind their families, friends and comforts to defend In every nation's history, veterans have our nation's ideals. This act of selflessness, played a crucial role in safeguarding the regardless of personal consequences, is a freedoms and liberties we hold dear. These testament to their devotion. The sacrifices brave men and women have willingly made are not limited to the battlefield. They placed their lives on the line, demonstrating extend into the lives of other veterans and unwavering commitment and sacrifice in the their families, often affecting them for years face of adversity. To express our gratitude, to come. we must recognize the immeasurable contributions of veterans, not just on PRESERVING FREEDOM Veterans Day, but every day.

The freedoms and liberties we enjoy today are thanks, in large part, to the sacrifices of THE LEGACY OF SACRIFICE veterans. They have been at the forefront Veterans both young and old share a of conflicts, ensuring that the principles common bond - their willingness to sacrifice upon which our nations were founded are Story and Photography Provided

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upheld. The freedoms of speech, religion and assembly, among others, are defended by these valiant individuals. Their service allows us to live in a world where democracy and human rights are cherished.

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The Healing Power of Appreciation Expressing gratitude to veterans holds a special significance. It not only acknowledges their sacrifices, but also aids in their emotional and psychological healing. Many veterans carry the scars of war, both seen and unseen, and knowing that their service is appreciated can provide a profound sense of validation. Acts of appreciation, whether through a simple thank-you or involvement in community initiatives, can make a world of difference.

A DUTY OF EVERY CITIZEN Honoring veterans is not just the responsibility of governments or organizations. It is the duty of every citizen.

We must recognize that these heroes are our neighbors, our friends and our family members. Their stories are a part of our collective history, and their sacrifices are woven into the fabric of our society.

Let us commit ourselves to showing our appreciation through our actions, by supporting veterans and their families in every way possible.

Our veterans have selflessly dedicated their lives to protecting the freedoms we cherish.

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Their courage, resilience and sacrifices, as well as their families’ sacrifices, must be acknowledged and celebrated with unwavering gratitude. Beyond expressing our thanks in words, we must work together as a community to ensure that veterans receive the support and recognition they so rightfully deserve. In honoring veterans, we preserve their legacy and the values for which they fought - a gift to our future generations that should never be taken for granted. So, let us stand together, united in our appreciation for the brave men and women who have served, and continue to serve, our nations.

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YMCA OF GREATER INDIANAPOLIS

Fishers YMCA & Benjamin Harrison YMCA 317-266-YMCA (9622) INDYMCA.org Give an experience this holiday season: Give the gift of the Y! Gift cards in any amount can be used for membership, swim lessons, personal or small group training, youth sports, camp, and more. Visit any of our 12 YMCA locations to purchase yours today!

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Gorgeous vistas and breathtaking views are abundant in the documentary “Skoolie,” a full-length feature film by Kyle Thacker and his company Red Dot Video. Viewers experience the highest highs and lowest lows, while vicariously experiencing the trip of a lifetime. Thacker, a 2010 graduate of Hamilton Southeastern High School, and his wife, Naomi, left their conventional lives for nearly eleven months to travel across the United States in a converted school bus.

was a tiny house outside of Asheville. It was a blue bus parked in the woods. It had hanging lights and furniture.

I loved the romance of it. A converted bus is way cooler than a regular RV. There are tens of thousands of people who have skoolies, converted school buses. They range from people just out of college to retirees, and converge together at meetups. I started to go down a rabbit hole thinking about it.”

“Skoolie,” which premiered in September at Noblesville’s Emagine theater, has been well-received. It recounts the couple’s rationale behind the decision to uproot their life, converting a 2001 Thomas international school bus, and the reason for the abrupt ending to their journey.

It all began when the Thackers took their first vacation together.

“I found a bus on Facebook that a couple from Vicksburg, Mississippi, was selling,” Thacker continues.

“It had a raised roof, and that was important because I’m 6 feet and 5 inches. Sawing a bus in half, raising a roof and welding it back together was something I didn’t want to have to do. We tore every seat out except for the driver’s and one for Naomi to sit on while I drove. With the small deck on the back, it is 39 feet long.”

“When we were dating, we took a trip to North Carolina,” Thacker says. “One of the places we stayed

The filming took place from November 2021 to September 2022, often by way of a tripod-mounted

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camera and a drone while Thacker drove the bus. It was important to him to tell their story honestly and portray exactly what the lifestyle entails. The film shows the good times, but also moments of exhaustion.

milestone celebrations, so the shift to videography was natural. Although he has done shorter documentaries, “Skoolie” is his first full-length film.

“As a child I was obsessed with movies,” he says. "I loved the storytelling. Documentaries are like long-format stories but there is no rubric, syllabus or rule book. The ending hasn’t happened yet and you don’t know exactly where it’s going to go. I love shooting the scenery and adding the musical transitions. I put it up on YouTube and not a subscription streaming service because I want people to be able to watch it for free. It wasn’t about making money out of the gate, although it might lead to more work. We have entered it into several film festivals.

By day Thacker is a corporate filmmaker who works with The experience has given me confidence and I’m looking traditional businesses. Although he likes to be innovative for the next story.” and portray clients’ products in fresh ways, his own company, Red Dot Video, allows his creative and artistic For more info on Thacker’s videography and side to shine. Since he was a teenager, Thacker has been photography services, visit kylethackerphotography.com photographing high school senior portraits, families, and or email kyle@reddotvideo.com.

“There were a couple of things that surprised me during the experience,” Thacker says. “One was how hard it was to convert the bus into a home. We made a promise to see it through and I’m so glad we didn’t give up. The second thing was how hard it was to drive the bus. It’s like driving a house through winding roads and down mountains. I worried constantly that it would break down or fall apart.”

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Fishers-based Holt Dental has welcomed Dr. Anya Chowdhary to the practice.

“We want to make a personalized plan for each patient,” Dr. Anya says.

“We want people to feel in control of their treatment and they’re not pushed into anything. Many patients have a fear of dentists and we want that fear gone.”

Dr. Anya knew she wanted to go into dentistry at a young age, when missionaries from the United States visited her home community in Kyrgyzstan.

In addition to joining Holt Dental, Dr. Anya is now the dentist “At 14 or 15 years old I served as an interpreter for the missionaries, performing the mission work in and I would help as we traveled to villages,” she says. “I watched as countries across the globe. She will dentists would remove teeth for people that may have waited for soon leave for her ninth mission years and I thought, ‘If this is something God wanted me to do, He trip, this time in India, to continue would make it happen.’ ” the dream of helping others with their dental needs. Dr. Anya is now She graduated from the Indiana University School of Dentistry in welcoming new patients.

2015 with highest honors, and advanced her training in Invisalign orthodontics, aesthetic smile designs, implant dentistry, Botox aesthetic and temporomandibular joint (TMJ) treatment.

“I love that Dr. Holt has served her community for 35 years,” Dr. Anya says. “She knows her patients by name - their stories, their families. I want to be a part of an office that is personable, comfortable and stresses continued education.”

With updated technology and new treatments always on the horizon, it’s important for those in the dental industry to stay current.

“We’ll be going to a seminar in November that looks at in-depth occlusion, full-mouth rehabilitation and best-researched dental materials,” Dr. Anya says. “We’ve also been updating to advanced digital technology, including a new CT scanner in the office.”

Ultimately, the patient’s level of comfort and confidence is of utmost importance.

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Sometimes, the word recovery brings to mind addiction issues, but one local nonprofit is trying to change the stigma. “Everyone is recovering from something” is the motto of Recovery Café Hamilton County. The community center provides a safe place for people who are having a difficult time.

“Initially, members might take out the trash or wipe down the tables,” Foli says.

“Then they take on more volunteer opportunities such as leading a recovery circle, a companion in the space for others, or taking ownership of different programs. They end up becoming community leaders, which is incredible to watch.”

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“The cafe is here for anyone struggling with a divorce, mental illness, homelessness, domestic violence or substance abuse issues,” says Joylynn Foli, executive director. “It’s a place for people to connect with others who are also struggling. We’re welcoming and open to anyone.”

Recovery Café started in Seattle in 2002, and since then there have been 60 cafes across the U.S., with 20 in Indiana alone. The cafe provides warm meals, coffee and connection during open hours. They also offer food pantry items to anyone in need.

“Right now we’re finishing our kitchen

where we will make meals, but we’ve been relying on the community’s kindness to donate meals,” Foli says.

“We recently received a grant for $10,000 from the City of Fishers, which is going toward our kitchen renovations.

We were extremely excited and grateful for the grant.”

New members must be drug free and alcohol free for 24 hours, so as not to trigger other members. They must also attend a weekly recovery circle led by peer recovery coaches, during which they discuss challenges they face, goals to work toward, and things for which

As a nonprofit, Recovery Café relies on the assistance of the local community to help support its mission. Foli says the team always seeks monetary and in-kind donations, volunteers and community partnerships.

“We are a resource hub for many members,” Foli says. “We provide a warm handoff to any additional resources they may need as they recover.”

With the holiday season approaching, people may struggle with emotional triggers due to unresolved family issues, loneliness and distress. Foli says the opposite of addiction is connection.

“We encourage people to find a place to unload their burdens,” Foli says.

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“Other tips to make it through the holiday season include sticking to a routine, making time for self-care and utilizing the many resources offered in Hamilton County.”

Foli says it’s important to remember that it’s powerful and courageous to seek help. She says there is often a stigma around mental health or addiction issues, which can prevent people from receiving the help they need.

“We want to normalize seeking help, and don’t want anyone hiding in the shadows suffering,” Foli says.

Recovery Café Hamilton County is located at 7050 East 116th Street, Suite 100 in Fishers. For more information, call 317-620-1875 or visit recoverycafehc.com.

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DR.MATT MATT KEGLEY: DR. KEGLEY: A LEADER IN EDUCATION APASSIONATE PASSIONATE LEADER IN EDUCATION

The expression, “no two days are ever the same,” Thedescribes expression, days areranks ever the same,” Congratulations! aptly what it “no is liketwo to work in the HSE Esports of public education.

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In that time, KegleySchools has experienced Southeastern sinceredistricting, 2006. new school construction and renovations, referendum campaigns, student population In thatcurriculum time, Kegley experienced redistricting, growth, updates has and personnel changes, to name a few.

But his passion new school construction and for renovations, ensuring all students in HSE Schools receive a referendum campaigns, student population world-class education has always remained growth, curriculum updates and personnel consistent.

changes, to name a few. But his passion for

Kegley has found that working in administration, ensuring students in HSE Schools receive a from being anall assistant principal to a building principal, then executive director of secondary world-class education has always remained education, assistant superintendent of teaching consistent. and learning, and now serving as the interim superintendent, has given him the opportunity to effect change a greaterthat scale.working in administration, Kegley hasonfound

from being an assistant principal to a building Regardless of who becomes the next leader of "I am dedicated to our commitment of providing Hamilton Southeastern, Kegley is confident in the principal, then executive director of secondary students with innovative learning experiences, future success of the district. spanning all grade levels," expressed Kegley, as heof teaching education, assistant superintendent contemplated the transformative evolution of and learning, and now serving as the interim"As we embark on the journey of mapping new education over the years. "In the past, learning was educational pathways for K-12 as part of our superintendent, hasand given himHowever, the opportunity to confined to the classroom textbooks.

Portrait of a Graduate initiative,” says Kegley, “I today, we have an array of rapid information effect change on a greater scale. believe our students, teachers, staff and schools access methods, enabling students to engage in will be able to be more intentional in shaping the collaborative learning, apply essential experiences we offer.” Regardless of who becomes the next leader of fundamentals, and reach educational "I am dedicated tokey our commitment of providing Hamilton Southeastern, Kegley is confident in the milestones through real-world, hands-on students with innovative learning experiences, The primary objective for the district will forever experiences." future success of the district. spanning all grade levels," expressed Kegley,remain as hethe preparation of every student for life beyond HSE. As Kegley assumes the role of interim contemplated the transformative evolution of

But for Kegley, superintendent for HSE, overseeing more than education over the years. "In the past, learning was not it is about 21,000 students and 2,500 dedicated employees, just doing it, but confined to the classroom and textbooks.

However, he expresses gratitude for the opportunity. The doing it Hamilton Southeastern Board of School Trustees today, we have an array of rapid information exceptionally announced the process of a comprehensive search access methods, enabling students to engagewell; in for the district's future leader at the September empowering collaborative learning, apply essential 19th meeting. fundamentals, and reach key educational students to pursue their “In the short time that I have been in the role as milestones through real-world, hands-on chosen paths interim superintendent, I have enjoyed with confidence. collaborating with individuals, both in and beyond experiences." our school community,” adds Kegley.

As Kegley assumes the role of interim superintendent for HSE, overseeing more than 21,000 students and 2,500 dedicated employees, he expresses gratitude for the opportunity. The Hamilton Southeastern Board of School Trustees announced the process of a comprehensive search for the district's future leader at the September 19th meeting.

“In the short time that I have been in the role as interim superintendent, I have enjoyed collaborating with individuals, both in and beyond our school community,” adds Kegley.

"As we embark on the journey of mapping new educational pathways for K-12 as part of our Portrait of a Graduate initiative,” says Kegley, “I believe our students, teachers, staff and schools will be able to be more intentional in shaping the experiences we offer.”

The primary objective for the district will forever remain the preparation of every student for life beyond HSE. But for Kegley, it is about not just doing it, but doing it exceptionally well; empowering students to pursue their chosen paths with confidence.

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NOVEMBER 2023

THIS IS FISHERS HAPPENINGS FROM THE CITY OF FISHERS

MONTHLY HIGHLIGHTS

STORMWATER & SEWER LATE FEES

Fishers Veterans Day Ceremony

Friday, November 10 | 11 a.m. | Fishers YMCA | Free The City of Fishers and Fishers Armed Services Commission invite residents to the annual Veterans Day Ceremony. A livestream of the event will be available. Learn more at fishers.in.us/FishersHonors.

Nickel Plate Trail South Portion Open

The final section in Fishers of the Nickel Plate Trail is officially completed between 96th and 106th Streets, allowing trail users to travel the trail up to 146th Street.

Learn more at playfishers.com/NickelPlateTrail.

Shop Fishers This Holiday Season!

Explore and support local shops and restaurants that make our community special. Join the celebration of Fishers’ small businesses and find heartwarming, unique gifts for your loved ones this festive season!

Details at ThisIsFishers.com/ShopFishers.

Food Inspection Grading System

Fishers Health Department recently launched a Retail Food Inspection Grading System for Fishers restaurants.

Restaurants receive a letter grade based on the results of annual food inspections, and grades are available to the public through an interactive dashboard at fishers.in.us/FoodGrade. Letter grades are also displayed on restaurant doors.

Effective November 2023, sewer and stormwater accounts with past due balances will have late fees applied to accounts. For more information, visit fishers.in.us/Utilities.

GET INVOLVED Fishers Park Steward Program

This program ensures that Fishers parks are clean, welcoming, and thriving ecosystems for the community. The program coordinates with volunteers who provide monthly trash cleanup, trail maintenance, and invasive species removal at one of 5 parks around Fishers. Individuals and groups are welcome, and stewards are asked to volunteer at their park at least once a month for a year. Sign up at fishers.in.us/Sustainability.

Rain Garden Steward Program

This program coordinates with volunteers who help maintain an adopted rain garden by removing trash and pulling invasive species at one of 27 different rain gardens around Fishers.

Individuals and groups are welcome, and stewards are asked to volunteer at their garden at least once a month for a year. Sign up at fishers.in.us/Sustainability.

Tree Planting Volunteers

Thursday, November 2 & Saturday, November 4 Allisonville Road corridor and Heritage Park Help the City of Fishers plant 200 trees along the Allisonville Road corridor and at Heritage Park in honor of Hamilton County’s bicentennial celebration. Register to volunteer at VolunteerFishers.com.

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CITY OF FISHERS

3RD STRAIGHT YEAR OF TAX RATE DECREASES 2021: $.7215 2024: $.7065 Lowest rate since pre-2020

The City of Fishers’ 2024 balanced budget makes significant investments in:

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quality of life health & safety operational excellence

Open Fishers Municipal Center + Art Center Open Fishers Event Center Start construction on Community Rec. Center Finish SR 37 & 141st St. interchange

2024 PROJECTS 2024 FISHERS CITY BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS HISTORIC INVESTMENT IN NEIGHBORHOOD VIBRANCY 3 impactful trail connections & 1 new trail node Neighborhood Matching Grant expansion Landscaping improvements & safe sidewalks

INCREASED INVESTMENT IN ROAD INFRASTRUCTURE $3 million reinvestment into 96th St. revitalization 126th St. & Southeastern Ave. roundabout Road widening projects

1ST-EVER INVESTMENT IN SCHOOL INNOVATION with a Micro-Grant Program to fund innovation in classrooms

CONTINUED INVESTMENT IN PUBLIC SAFETY & CRITICAL SERVICES 3 new firefighters, 3 new police officers, 2 SROs, & 1 forensic tech 1 new health inspector & 1 new public health nurse

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