4-H FUNDRAISER The annual Wayne Township 4-H will be raising funds through flower sales. See forms on pages 8-9.
POOL POSITIONS
The Chapel Glen pool has positions open for the 2016 summer. See details on page 4.
COVENANTS REMINDER
A few reminders for new (and current) residents about community covenants.
A publication for the Chapel Glen Community by Chapel Glen Inc.
chapel glen THE
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easter egg hunt:
MARCH 2016
Chapel Glen Annual Easter Egg Hunt March 26 at 12:30 p.m. at Clubhouse/Playground. Simultaneous Egg Hunt by the following age groups: Ages 1—3 (Area 1); Ages 4—6 (Area 2); Ages 7—9 (Area 3); Ages 10 + (Area 4). Many great prizes and surprises!
meetings:
COMMUNITY MEETINGS FOR CHAPEL GLEN RESIDENTS Crime Watch Meeting: WHEN: March 22 at 6:30 pm WHERE: Clubhouse
sirup days:
Glendoras Meeting:
6TH ANNUAL MAPLE SIRUP DAYS
McCloud Nature Park in Hendricks County is full of maple trees that the Hendricks County Parks Department taps into every year to make natural sirup. And yes, it’s spelled that way - sirup is the original way to spell it and has no sugar added. Come enjoy Maple Sirup Days free on March 5 or March 12 from 9 am - 4 pm and visit the stations set up throughout the park to visit, learn and have fun! You can practice how to tap a tree, learn how Native Americans first made maple sirup and more! Join in for a free-will donation breakfast inside the Nature Center from 8 am - 3 pm where guests can sample the sirup with pancakes, sausage along with fresh fruit, coffee and orange juice with all proceeds going to the Hendricks County Parks. Reserve your seat at the table for free at http://www. pfohc.org/events-and-news/pancake-breakfast-fundraiser. 1
WHEN: March 9 at 7 pm WHERE: Clubhouse
Chapel Glen Greenbelt Clean Up: WHEN: April 9 from 9 am - 1 pm WHERE: Meet at clubhouse
Chapel Glen Community Sale: It’s time for the Chapel Glen Community Garage Sale! Get your spring cleaning started! WHEN: April 8-9 TIME: 8 am - 4 pm
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IMPORTANT NUMBERS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CHATTER DEADLINE
Chuck Carufel, President Jason Eldridge, Vice President Mike Hutto, Treasurer Jeff Loop, Secretary Bryan Hayward, Member Jim Jewell, Member Pat Fox, Member
15th of prior month
COMMITTEE CHAIRS / LIAISONS
is identified on the Chapel Glen map located in center of community directory. New resident form and community map may be downloaded using links below.
Pool - Jason Eldridge Lake - Mike Hutto Architecture - Chuck Carufel Clubhouse - Bryan Hayward Security/Crime watch - Jim Jewell, 317-590-6549 Greenbelt - Pat Fox Long-term Planning - Chuck Carufel Chatter/Communication - Jeff Loop Glendoras - Lyndsey Eldridge Chapel Chatter Editor - Lynette Anacker cghoanews@gmail.com Directory Editor - Kathy Dryer chapelglendirectoryupdates@gmail.com
Clubhouse Reservations - Kathy Dryer 317-271-5321 Pool Badges - Tara Becsey tlbecsey@ aol.com
WELCOME COMMITTEE If you are new to Chapel Glen and have not yet been contacted by the Welcome Wagon Committee, please call the committee member for your section as listed below. Your section
NEW RESIDENT FORM: http:// tinyurl.com/CGResidentForm
SECTION MAP: http://issuu.com/ chapelglen/docs/cgsectionmap
CHAPEL GLEN, INC. -FEB. 2, 2016 BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
I. Meeting called to Order by Chuck Carufel, Pres; Members present: Jason Eldridge, Jeff Loop, Jim Jewell and Mike Hutto – January minutes were approved. II. Financial Report: Hard copy of the January report was handed out and discussed. III. Committee Reports Architecture: No report Chapel Chatter: No report Clubhouse: The upper level carpets were cleaned on 1/18; 5 rentals and 16 complimentary usages in Jan and Feb. The investigation phase of the concrete facing issue will begin soon. Greenbelt: No report Lake: No report
SECTION 1 Mary Anne Flanary-Schenk: 317-4407287
SECTION 2 Joyce Weaver: 317-273-1982
SECTION 3 Joan Ayer: 317-271-2016
SECTION 4 EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Beth Hardcastle: 317-271-7833
Security (non-emergency): 317-6543477 Emergency: 911 (By phone for emergencies.) IMPD Special Patrols & Traffic: 317327-6400 Security and Crime Watch: Jim Jewell
SECTION 5 Dave & Mary Thompson: 317-271-7833
SECTION 6 Holly Hintz: 317-209-0948
SECTION 7 Shirley Witt: 317-271-3744
SECTION 8 CHAPEL CHATTER ARCHIVES
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Tara Becsey: 317-271-4258
www.issuu.com/chapelglen
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Pool: Tara Becsey will again coordinate hiring of the pool staff. An engineer has been scheduled to analyze the pool beam problem. Security & Crime Watch: Please leave cars and trucks locked when in your driveway – vandalism continues; Crime Watch meeting on 2/9 IV. V.
Old Business: None New Business: None
crime watch:
How did I notice it? It wasn’t “normal.” I honestly don’t believe “nosy” is a term that any of my neighbors would use to describe me, but I know that the little silver car lives at the end of the court on the left, and the black SUV is always parked in the garage, and the girl across the street walks to the bus a little after 8:00. I notice when things are not normal, like the strange car parked in front of a vacant house not long ago, because I stay aware of what is normal. By the way, they told the officer that arrived to check that they were waiting for a very late real estate agent, and sure enough, the agent did arrive a little later.
WHO IS YOUR NEIGHBOR?
Who is your neighbor? Can you answer that very simple question? From a crime watch perspective, every one of us should be able to answer without hesitation. Before I explain, allow me ask another question. What is the primary function of a crime watch group? Do you think our goal is to collect and study statistics of crimes that happen in the Glen? Do you think we should be publicizing information about crimes that may have occurred in the area? Maybe you think we have some magical way to prevent crime from entering our neighborhood. (I hope you don’t think we should gather to discuss new donut recipes.)
So, what should you do if you see something strange? If you heard glass breaking and see someone running from your neighbor’s house (the neighbor that is always gone at this time of the day) call 911 immediately and tell them what you heard and saw. If it is a strange vehicle parked in an unusual place, or a suspicious person walking down the street, watch the situation for a while, it will probably turn out to be legitimate. However, if it doesn’t seem right, it probably isn’t, so call 911 and tell them about it.
Actually, the main responsibility of a crime watch organization is to be the eyes and ears our police department. The dedicated men and women of our police force can patrol the area, but most of what they see is normal activity. They can only be effective when they recognize what is “abnormal,” and who knows better about what is “normal” in the Glen than you and me? It is when you are aware of what is “normal” that the “abnormal” becomes obvious. That brings me to my point, who is your neighbor? Do you know their name? What time do they leave home? What time do they return? Do they walk their dog at the same time every day? What kind of a car do they drive? Do you have their cell phone number? No, I am not suggesting we all turn into spying busybodies. I really do not care if the family across the street leaves at 7:15 or 7:20, but I did notice that they left their garage door open one day, and I had their cell phone number. Yes, they did thank me for letting them know.
Stay aware! As the weather warms, introduce yourself to any new neighbors that may have moved in close to you, become familiar with what is “normal” around your house, get reacquainted with your neighbors and who knows, maybe you’ll pick up a new donut recipe. If you do, I hope you’ll let me know! Written by: Jim Jewell, Security Crime Watch Coordinator & Board Member
YOUR EXPERTISE. YOUR COMMUNITY. Do you have a business, an article about a topic you’re passionate about, or a discount offer to share with other Chapel Glen residents? Email cghoanews@gmail.com with your article, ad, coupon or other information and, when space permits, we’ll share throughout the year with your neighbors. 3
pool news:
LAST CALL FOR POOL POSITIONS
Applications for employment at the Chapel Glen Pool for the 2016 season can be requested from Tara Becsey by emailing tlbecsey@aol.com any time after February 14th. Potential positions include: Manager, Assistant Manager, Junior Manager, Senior Staff, Head Guard, Coach, Assistant Coach and Lifeguard If you were employed at the pool last summer, you should have received an email in early February with the application attached. Completed applications MUST BE SUBMITTED to Tara (via hard copy or email attachment) NO LATER THAN MARCH 20, 2016. Late applications will not be considered. If you have any questions, you may contact any pool committee member. Applicants will be notified as soon as possible with hiring decisions.
glendoras: ALL ABOUT MASSAGE THERAPY
BODY WORX
According to the National Institute of Health, 1/3 of all Americans will suffer from chronic pain with 14% of employees taking time off due to pain. The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations suggests massage therapy as one means to manage pain and 82% of hospitals offer massage therapy as among their health care offerings for pain management and relief. It’s no wonder that 91% of respondents agree that this form of therapy reduces pain. Come learn about the different types of massage therapy, what a massage consists of and what to expect, how to use massage therapy for pain management and much more. Licensed massage therapist and Chapel Glen resident, Susan Hawn, will share with you all about the benefits of massage therapy.
Present this coupon to receive $10 off a one hour massage from Body Worx Massage Therapy by Susan Hawn. Make your appointment today. Body Worx Massage Therapy Susan Hawn, LMT 765-585-3036
Join the Glendoras on Wednesday, March 9 at 7 pm at the Chapel Glen Clubhouse.
By appointment only.
Rest. Relax. Rejuvinate.
ELECTIONS: Elections will be held in May for the position of President and Vice President.
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nature notes:
WAYNE TOWNSHIP
library
POISON HEMLOCK IN CHAPEL GLEN We are repeating a story from three years ago to ensure folks are aware of the severity of Poison Hemlock. It has found Chapel Glen. It is the large white flowering plant that you will see growing by the Landsdowne Road Bridge in mid-summer and probably other places in the valley. A native of Europe, it is a weed known almost worldwide by its toxicity to humans and many domestic animals. In ancient Greece, hemlock was used to poison condemned prisoners. The most famous victim of hemlock poisoning was the philosopher Socrates. After being condemned to death for impiety in 399 BC, Socrates was given a potent infusion of the hemlock plant.
You can find a complete list of all events at your local Wayne Township Library just by going to www.indypl.org/events/calendar. php? Here are a couple of events during the month to enjoy. 2016 COOKING WORKSHOP SERIES: WHAT A CROCK Tuesday, March 8, 2016 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Age Level: Adults Category: Class or Workshop Registration Required Learn the basics of how to use a slow cooker to produce tasty and easy meals. This workshop includes live demonstrations, food tastings and a lecture presented by Nutrition Services of the Marion County Health Department. TEEN TECH WEEK: HOUR OF CODE SESSION Wednesday, March 23, 2016 3:00 pm Age Level: Teen (12-17) Category: Activity Registration Required Teens and tweens are invited to use iPads and the Lightbot application and try their hands at the basics of coding while working their way through the multi-level challenges in LightBot. The program is made possible by Comcast and Friends of the Library through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.
This plant is highly invasive and is prevalent across Indiana. A large quantity of it is growing east of Country Club Road across from the Baptist Church and is likely the seed source of the plants we see in Chapel Glen. The hollow green stems are often covered with purple blotches. The plant is a biennial, meaning it takes two years to reach maturity. The first year it forms a basal rosette with leaves resembling carrot or parsley leaves and in its second year produces the tall (up to 10 feet) flower and seed stem. The sap from the plant is what causes the rash which is similar to Poison Ivy. By: Bob Eddleman 5
DID YOU KNOW... You can download thousands of ebooks and magazines with your library card? www.indypl.org/download-or-stream
yarn crawl: ROVING INDIANA
Are you an avid knitter or crocheter? Do you love finding a beautiful handmade yarn for your projects? Roving Indiana is a two week event from February 26 - March 13 used to introduce yarn-lovers throughout Central Indiana to some of the incredible small businesses created for those who enjoy to create beautiful artwork with yarn.
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Participants can purchase a passport from any one of the participating independent stores. Get your passport stamped a certain number of times and you can enter to win a variety of prizes. Plus, the passport will get you 10% off at any of the participating stores, discount coupons to the TC Steele State Historic Site and the officiant Passport Pouch Pattern.
In a Yarn Basket - Bloomington Knitters Nook - Columbus Mass Ave. Knit Shop - Indianapolis Nomad Yarns - Plainfield Shabby Sheep and Ewe - Columbus Starstruck Cat Studio - Greenwood Village Yarn Company - Zionsville Willowe’s Basketry and Yarn Haus - Greenfield Yarns Unlimited - Bloomington Yarn on the Square - Shelbyville
Collect stamps from all 14 stores and you’ll be entered into the Grand Prize Draw; 12 stamps for the First Prize Draw; 9 stamps for the Second Prize Draw. Plus, you can sign up for prizes at each shop.
Participating stores include: • Always in Stitches - Noblesville • The Black Sheep Yarn and Fiber Arts - Noblesville • Broad Ripple Knits Handknitting Store - Indianapolis • The Clay Purl - Nashville
For complete details, visit http://www.rovingindiana.com.
events: INDIANA STATE FAIRGROUNDS
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With so many great events going on in Indianapolis, we wanted to remind you of a few events going on at the Indiana State Fairgrounds during the month of March. Of course, you won’t want to forget the St. Patrick’s Day Parade downtown (details at http://indystpats.com), but the Indiana State Fairgrounds plays host to dozens of events every month. This month we’ll see: • Indy Golf Expo • Indy Fuel games • Public Ice Skating
21st Annual Chrysler Performance Trade Show/ Swap Meet Evening in the Garden Gala 58th Annual Indiana Flower and Patio Show Art, Rubber Stamp and Paper Arts Festival Brickworld Indy Indiana National Archery in the Schools Program Indy 1500 Gun and Knife Show Autism Society of Central Indiana Expo Martin Lawrence Live Professional Boxing Saturday Night Fight
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that’s gross:
CHAPEL GLEN
IF YOUR DOGS POOPS, MAKE SURE TO SCOOP It’s surprising that we even have to write this, but here it is.
covenants lights:
The holidays are over and the daffodils are already in bloom... but some residents still have their holiday lights hanging and running. We realize it’s only nine more months until Christmas, but it’s time to take them down.
1. Leaving your dog’s waste on lawns gets into the water supply. (Eww.) 2. It’s unsanitary and no one wants to step in it walking to their mailbox. (Obviously.) 3. It’s against the law AND it is against the community covenants. Don’t be that guy. Or girl. Clean up your pet’s mess. Sec. 531-203. Dog and cat curbing requirements. (a) No person knowingly shall allow a dog or cat which is kept by that person to defecate or urinate on a public street, byway, municipally owned or public land or building, or upon private property, in the city without the prior permission of the owner of such property; however, if an animal defecates on property described in this subsection, the animal’s owner or keeper promptly shall remove any feces to a waste container, or otherwise dispose of such material in a manner inoffensive to reasonable public sensibilities. (b) Notwithstanding the provisions of subsection (a) of this section, the owner of a dog serving a vision-impaired person in an auxiliary ocular capacity or in any capacity to assist such person with a physical impairment may permit such dog to relieve itself on ground situated outside of pedestrian or vehicular traffic ways, and is relieved of the requirement to remove any feces to the extent such requirement is impractical for a person of such impairment. (c) No person knowingly shall allow his or her dog or cat to disperse waste material placed for public or private collection upon any public street, or byway or right-of-way, or any municipally owned or public land or building, or upon private property. (d) A person who violates any provision of this section shall be punishable as provided in section 103-3 of this Code; provided, however, a fine imposed for any such violation shall not be less than twenty-five dollars ($25.00). If you have questions about this code enforcement, please call the Mayor’s Action line at 317-327-4622 or visit http://www.indy.gov/ egov/mayor/mac/pages/home.aspx. You can also download the app, as well. 7
trash cans:
This is just a reminder that the Chapel Glen Covenants states: “At no time shall trash containers be stored at the front of the house. Household trash, garbage containers, and trash bags shall be kept in a state of orderliness. Members shall make a reasonable effort to keep trash out of easy view of their neighbors and shall not allow household trash to become unsightly.” Please put your trash cans behind or beside the house or in the garage.
4-H Flower Sale Order Form In addition to the usual Seed Geraniums Wayne Township 4-H now has four other flowering plants the help beautify our yards, flower beds and containers. These plants shown below come in 6 inch containers and are ready to go to work for you.
Zonal Geranium
Dahlia
Gerber Daisy
Wave Petunia
Zonal Geraniums mature at 12 to 14 inches tall and have a 12 to 14 inch spread. They are grown from cuttings and are stronger stemmed and bushier than the traditional bedding geraniums. Dahlias mature at 15 to 20 inches tall and have a 12 to 20 inch spread. They are a stunning flowering plant that fits nicely in any garden mix. Gerber Daisies grow to 12 inches with an 8 inch spread and works best in containers, beds or borders. Wave Petunias reach 8 to 12 inches tall and spread profusely. Each plant will spread to 30 inches or more. They are great for hanging baskets as well. Number of Plants @ $5.00 Each Zonal Geranium _____ RED _____PINK _____ VIOLET _____ WHITE Wave Petunia _____PINK ______PURPLE ______ BLUE Gerber Daisy _______ Assorted Colors Dahlia ______ Assorted Colors Name ___________________________ Address _________________________ Total Plants @ $5.00 each ____= $______ Make Checks payable to WAYNE TOWNSHIP 4-H. Return order form to Pat Eddleman, 8729 Chapel Glen Drive.
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MAKE CHAPEL GLEN SHINE Order
4-H Geraniums (Seed Geraniums) COLORS
RED WHITE PINK SALMON VIOLET Mail the order form below with a check made payable to: WAYNE TOWNSHIP 4-H To Pat Eddleman – 8729 Chapel Glen Drive – Indianapolis, IN 46234
$1.50 per plant Questions ???? Call Pat at 271 – 4413 Prepaid plants will be delivered in late April or you can pick them up at 8729 Chapel Glen Drive any time after you see them in our yard. Orders need to be placed by April 15th to insure color Minimum Order for Delivery is 15 Plants ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
ORDER FORM
_____RED _____ WHITE _____ PINK _____ SALMON ____VIOLET Name ____________________________ Phone _______________ Address ________________________________________________ ___I will pick up my plants when I see them in your yard.
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Semi-Annual Book Sale at Avon-Washington Township Library 10 am - 6 pm
Semi-Annual Book Sale at Avon-Washington Township Library 10 am - 4 pm
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Chapel Glen Board Meeting 7 pm @ Clubhouse
6 Art on Main Gallery Reception at Plainfield-Guilford Library from 2-4 pm
7 Children’s Art Projects at Plainfield-Guilford Library March 7-12
Send your suggestions to cghoanews@gmail.com!
Hoosiers & WWI Plainfield Public Library all day from March 2 - 28
8 Chapel Glen Crime Watch Meeting 6:00 pm @ Clubhouse
Comedian Dave Dugan at the Royal Theater in Danville at 7:30 pm
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Glendoras Meeting: Benefits of Massage Therapy 7 pm @ Clubhouse
Retro Movies at the Royal Theater in Danville Hoosiers 1986
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St Paddy’s Week March 11 - 20 at the Claddagh Plainfield 11 am Close
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Hot Jazz for Cool Kids at Indianapolis Central Library at 3 pm
Shaking the Leaves of Your Family Tree at Plainfield Library 6 pm - 8 pm
Head Start Enrollment Fair at 2447 W. 14th St. from 9 am - 3 pm
Greening of the Canal at 5 pm. Visit www. indystpats.com for more info.
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Gnome Away from Home Show at Garfield Park March 19 - April 4 opening at 10 am
Washington Township (Avon) Spring Kids Camp all day event
AMC Sensory Friendly Films - Divergent Series at Castleton Square 14 10 am 12 pm
uPaint Pottery Spring Break Fun at Plainfield Location from March 21 - April 1
Lucas Oil Family Night with the Indiana Pacers - 7 pm at Bankers Life Fieldhouse
2016 Fountain Square Music Fest March 25-26 at Fountain Square businesses
Circus Day at Indiana Historical Society starting at 10:30 am
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Kids Day at Indy CD and Vinyl from 3-5 pm with proceeds benefiting Girls Rock! Indy
Sleeping Beauty at Peewinkle’s Puppet Studio March 24-April 6 at 12 pm
Kite Making Class for Kids at Flanner House Library 2 pm
Kiwanis Family Film Night - Hook (1991) at The Royal Theatre in Danville, IN 7 pm
Pinewood Derby at Indiana State Museum March 29 - April 3 from 10 am - 5 pm
Find Events Around Central Indiana
36th Annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Downtown Indy. Starts at 11:30 am
Events at the Hendricks County Fairgrounds: http://www.4hcomplex.org/calendar Indiana State Fairgrounds Calendar: http://www.in.gov/statefair/fairgrounds/calendar.html Indy’s Child Calendar: https://indyschild.com/indianapolis-family-calendar/ Hendricks County Macaroni Kid Calendar: http://hendricks.macaronikid.com/calendar/ Around Indy (Statewide Events): http://www.aroundindy.com/ Downtown Indy Events: http://www.downtownindy.org/happening-downtown/
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Dogtona! Family Fun with the Dog at Hendricks County 4H Fairgrounds from 11-3 pm
Star Trek: The Ultimate Voyage Concert Tour 2016 at the Murat at 8 pm
19 Central Indiana Autism Expo at Indiana State Fairgrounds 10 am - 1 pm