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State of the County covers roads, future projects By Sadie Hunter • sadie@youarecurrent.com With more than 200 in attendance, Noblesville Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Bob DuBois said government the organization’s Jan. 27 luncheon was the largest crowd on record for the monthly events. This one served as the annual State of the County address by Hamilton Co. Commissioner Steven Dillinger. Dillinger’s lighthearted address lasted nearly an hour Dillinger and covered many topics recapping 2015, focusing on finances, public safety and roads. FINANCES Starting the address with the budget, Dillinger said the 2015 county budget was $153,121,000, but actual dollars spent were $132,853,000, resulting in an approximate $20.3 million surplus. Overall, the county general fund, COIT (county option income tax) fund and rainy day fund make for a $55,431,000 surplus for the county. Dillinger said these capital reserves allow for cash flow flexibility, greater leverage on capital improvements projects and the government center expansion, jail expansion and Ind. 37 project. ROADS AND HIGHWAYS Ind. 37 Project – Of all the things discussed in his address, Dillinger said the Ind. 37 project was the thing he was most excited about. Projected for construction to begin at the 126th Street intersection, the cost for the five intersections at 126th, 131st, 135th, 141st and 146th is estimated at $115.1 million. Cost for the intersections at Greenfield Avenue, Town & Country and Pleasant Street is estimated at $69.5 million. 146th Street to Keystone Avenue – “You weren’t able to get south on Keystone to 146th, and that was very problematic,” Dillinger said. “We were able to get some federal

funds, and we’re going to do this project. It’s projected to be done at the end of 2019. That is at 146th Street and Lowes Way. You’ll be able to go over a bridge and get on an access on Keystone, or you’ll be able to go on Range Line Road and go into Carmel that way. So that’s going to give a lot more connectivity in our community.” PUBLIC SAFETY Public safety training facility – Dillinger was quick to boast the county’s four nationally accredited police departments in Carmel, Fishers, Noblesville and the Hamilton Co. Sheriff’s Office. He continued, saying Hamilton Co. is the most affluent, successful, forward-thinking county in the state, but, within its borders, does not have a state-of-the-art firearms range for police and sheriff training, an emergency vehicle operations course or a live fire training tower for firefighters. Plans for such a training facility to include these things was voted against by four county councilors, despite being endorsed by all three county commissioners, all mayors and city and town councils, all township trustees and boards and all police and fire chiefs. Dillinger didn’t hesitate to criticize the councilors who voted against the county’s $3 million contribution, presenting within his slideshow a photo of the council with councilors Paul Ayers, Brad Beaver, Fred Glynn and Rick McKinney circled in red. Those who voted for the training facility (Jim Belden, Amy Massillamany and Steve Schwartz) were circled in green on a later slide. Dillinger said, at least for now, the council’s decision has killed the project. FUTURE DEVELOPMENT Government & Judicial Center - Managed by American Structurepoint in Indy, the project for the expansion and addition of the Hamilton Co. Government & Judicial Center is in the process of identifying space needs to move departments from the historic courthouse on the downtown square and for immediate and future construction. To see the full version of this article, visit currentnoblesville.com.

Nightingale lawsuit alleges discrimination By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com Carmel-based Nightingale Home Healthcare filed a lawsuit Feb. 5 against the Indiana State Department of Health and U.S. Dept. of lawsuit Health and Human Services claiming that racial or ethnic discrimination played a factor in a decision to cut Medicare funding to the company in late 2015. “The Defendants have used their governmental positions to subject Plaintiffs, a home healthcare company, a hospice agency, and their owner, a physician, to a campaign of harassment and retaliation based on race, ethnicity and/or national origin, and his prior complaints about their discriminatory statements and conduct,” the lawsuit states. “It hurts me deeply to file this lawsuit against the State Department of Health and its employees who have been relentlessly pursuing me for personal reasons, but I can no longer remain silent as the government continues to harass me, harm my company and endanger the care of hundreds of Hoosiers,” stated Nightingale CEO Dr. Dev A. Brar, who is Indian by origin. The Office of the Indiana Attorney General is representing ISDH, and public information officer Bryan Corbin said in an email that they will review the assertions and file an appropriate response in court. “Allegations in a civil lawsuit are the opinion of the plaintiffs’ lawyers filing them and may be refuted in court. The plaintiffs’ lawyers have the burden of proof, not the government defendants,” Corbin stated. Nightingale filed for bankruptcy in December 2015 after an Indiana State Department of Health report claimed it put patients in “immediate jeopardy.” This led to Medicare threatening to stop making reimbursement payments to Nightingale if the company didn’t correct the problems. The parties involved eventually agreed on a plan to address the issues, but when ISDH reevaluated Nightingale it determined problems remained. With nearly 80 percent of the company’s patients on Medicare and another 21 percent on Medicaid, Nightingale argued that it would not be able to continue operating if the reimbursements did not come through. A judge granted a 90-day preliminary injunction beginning Jan. 25 that allows Nightingale to receive reimbursements.

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Residents worry about density By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com Many residents of the Village of West Clay are concerned about possible zoning changes to the area that would alwest clay low for more homes to be built and a greater variety of businessnes, all of which would mean increased density. Representatives from Brenwick Development, the company behind the Village of West Clay, say it’s been 18 years since the original planned unit development was passed, and some aspects of the project haven’t turned out as expected. Retailer have resisted moving into the commercial area, and there’s been turnover for some properties. Now, the developer wants to build approximately 30 loft units above retail offerings and more than 70 town houses or homes in a few different areas. They say the overall density should not exceed 2.1 units per acre with a few exceptions, such as the senior living area, the Village Center lofts and others. The new density for those areas could be more than five dwelling units per acre. Neighbors spoke up at the Feb. 1 meeting of the Carmel City Council, expressing concerns about increased density. They said business

parking is already packed, and the nearby schools already have many students. They said they want to protect the “small town feel” of the Village of West Clay instead of eliminating retail options, adding more town homes and allowing more businesses. Some were concerned about businesses such as fast food restaurants being added that they said wouldn’t add to the character of the neighborhood. Charlotte Lippert said the increased density has already made her neighborhood less desirable. “Our home value has declined significantly,” she said. “I think we need to study this issue and look at how we are developing the West Side.” Tom Huston of Brenwick Development said the commercial and residential markets have changed since the Village of West Clay began. He said 10 years ago, you wouldn’t expect a grocery store at 116th Street and Spring Mill Road, but Market District is there now. He said it is important to adapt. “We need to wrap this up, and I believe we can wrap this up while keeping with our original mission,” he said. “We need to make some changes … It’s how we think we can put this project to bed and deliver people what we promised them.”

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Campbell to appeal caucus results By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com Pete Peterson, president of the Fishers City Council, was named chairman for the Hamilton Co. politics Republican Party after a caucus that officials on both sides described as “ugly.” And it might not be over yet with a looming appeal. Former chairman Pete Campbell Emigh resigned at the end of 2015, leading to a race to fill his vacant spot up until the end of his four-year term, which is up in March 2017. Vice chairman Laura Campbell, who is a newly elected member of the Carmel City Council, threw her hat in the ring, but Peterson was seen as Emigh’s choice for successor. Last month, Campbell, who served as interim chairman upon Emigh’s resignation, took issue with 71 new precinct committeemen that were appointed by Emigh in November. Campbell said that Emigh was trying to “stack the deck” in Peterson’s favor by choosing mostly Fishers residents and those close to Peterson. Campbell removed those new names

but that led to legal action by some, including Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness who was removed as a precinct committeeman. The caucus was held on Jan. 30 with provisional yellow ballots for the new appointments. The other ballots were colored white. Campbell won the white ballots 115-99, and Peterson won the yellow ballots 52-0, meaning that combined Peterson won. Peterson “It’s no surprise though,” she said. “I’m very happy I won the white ballots because I think it spoke volumes.” Campbell has decided that she will appeal the decision and has until 48 hours before the next State Committee meeting, which is scheduled for Feb. 17. Peterson said he doesn’t want to dwell on the past because it’s time for everyone to unite after this tough process. He said he’s focused on the upcoming elections for governor, U.S. Senate and more. “We have too many important races coming up,” he said. “We have to look to the future and come together. This year is too important.” For more, visit currentincarmel.com.

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Carmel man honors late friend By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com

a family or individual in need and spend five days with that family. We try to help them out financially or whatever they need, kind of like Xavier Somerville was only in Bryan Hall’s a philanthropy project in each city.” life for a short time. But his spirit left an imThe group also is starting a scholpact that would arship in Somerville’s honor at Lawin memoriam last a lifetime. rence Central High School, his alma Somerville, mater. a Purdue freshman, fell to his death Hall said through friends they from a fifth-floor balcony while atknew in a city or by cold calling they tending a party on the IUPUI campus got in contact with charitable groups in September 2012. Witnesses said or churches to find a person or family there was underage drinking at the Hall in a tough situation. party and when police arrived Somer“We probably contacted 100 different ville panicked and tried to jump. organizations and then talked about Hall and Somerville were pledge who we could help the most,” Hall said. brothers at Sigma Chi at Purdue. Hall, “In a span of two months, we were able a Guerin Catholic High School graduto raise about $15,000. We had about ate from Carmel, is now a senior at $1,000 for each stop. We took a kid Purdue. to the zoo. We took another kid to an Hall and four other fraternity brothSomerville amusement park. We put the money to ers came up with the plan to pay whatever they needed, such as fixing a car.” tribute to Somerville and created The Xavier Hall spoke to the Carmel Golden K Kiwanis Project. Club last month about how the project was “He had such a positive impact on all of us progressing. The club had donated money to with his attitude toward life and how happy the project last summer. he was all the time,” Hall said. “We want to A web series is planned on their summer spread a positive impact in a short amount of tribute. For more information, visit thexaviertime. So we went to nine different cities all project2015.com. across the U.S. last summer. We would find

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Author details life in Carmel By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com To Larry Moran, growing up as the secondoldest of 10 children was akin to being in large litter of puppies around feeding book time. “When trying to get food, there was extreme chaos with lots of shoving, but after dinner, everyone got along with plenty of playfulness,” Moran said. “Laughing through Life” is a collection of humorous Moran stories Moran collected about his family while growing up in Carmel. This is the second book written by Moran, who now lives in Bowie, Md. “The first one was all fiction. This is mostly true,” Moran said. “One of the major reasons I included fiction is several of the stories have different versions, depending who is telling the story.” Moran, 72, said his family moved to Carmel in 1951, when the population was approximately 1,000 people. “It was growing rather rapidly through the 1950s,” said Moran, who graduated from Carmel High School in 1962 in a class of 97

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Council passes 3-minute time limit for public speakers

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The city council unanimously passed a new three-minute time limit for all public speakers at council meetings. What it means: This was defeated in 2015 but was quickly reintroduced. Councilors can allow for longer speeches if necessary. Speakers do have to give their address on a card, but it won’t be revealed to the public. Rick Smith, a Carmel resident, spoke out against a time limit. He presented numbers showing in 2014 there were 53 speakers for 20 meetings for 244 minutes total, or 12 minutes a meeting. He said most meetings were 107.5 minutes long, which means that public comment only took up 11 percent of each meeting. He What’s next: Ordinance says that’s not excessive in his opinion. is enacted.

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Dispatches The Burden screening – The Carmel Green Initiative presents a sustainable living seminar from 6:30 to 8:45 p.m. on Feb. 17 at the Carmel Clay Public Library. Following a screening of the documentary The Burden, former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard and Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard will speak. The film highlights how a heavy reliance upon oil and other fossil fuels poses a variety of national security concerns. The program is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.CarmelGreen.org.

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Celebrity chef Carla Hall visits Market District in Carmel Compiled by Steven Aldrich Two time Top Chef finalist and co-host of ABC’s hit series The Chew, Carla Hall made an appearance Jan. cooking 23 at Carmel’s Market District. She met with fans and signed copies of her newly released book, “Carla’s Comfort Foods: Favorite Dishes From Around the World.”

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Schools get last year’s grades By Sadie Hunter • sadie@youarecurrent.com

who would have had all As in the 2013-14 grading if not for Carmel Middle School’s B grade – received all As in its 15 schools. Of Carmel Clay The Indiana Dept. of Education released its Schools’ 14 ISTEP-tested schools, there was an grades for the 2014-15 school year with data average 20.28 percent drop in overall scores. that shows most schools education received the same grades In 2013-2014, schools had an average 75.27 percent passing rate between them. In 2014-2015, as last year. schools had an average 54.99 percent passing Results came after the State Board of Edurate between them. cation voted at its January business meeting “While we are celebrating this distinction, to approve the grades as either the same or we also recognize school grades are based better after big drops in ISTEP+ standardized on students’ performance testing scores, the result on ISTEP only, making it a of an attempt by the state Carmel Clay to make the testing more accountability gradES measure of student achievement on one particular day,” challenging. A – Carmel High said Amy Dudley, Assistant The state has made A – Carmel Middle Supt. of Curriculum, Instrucchanges via SB 200 “to ention and Assessment at sure that no school is penal- A – Clay Middle A – Creekside Middle CCS. “Last year, CMS missed ized by lower ISTEP+ scores A – Carmel Elementary earning an ‘A’ grade by 0.02 during the state’s transition A – Cherry Tree Elementary percent. This year, CMS to more rigorous collegeA – College Wood Elementary earned an ‘A’ grade by 0.03 and career-ready academic A – Forest Dale Elementary percent. This small change standards,” according to the A – Mohawk Trails Elementary is most likely attributed to ISBOE website. The state A – Orchard Park Elementary A – Prairie Trace Elementary one or two students moving also passed HB 1003, keepA – Smoky Rowe Elementary from typical growth to high ing ISTEP+ scores from hurtgrowth.” ing performance evaluations A – Towne Meadow Elementary A – West Clay Elementary Read the full story at curof teachers. A – Woodbrook Elementary rentincarmel.com Carmel Clay Schools –

Dispatches Gun safety forum – Hamilton County Sheriff Mark Bowen will host a community forum from 7 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 11 at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds. The purpose of the evening is to provide information, tips, and resources regarding firearms safety. This is a free community event. Free gunlocks will be distributed while supplies last. Civil War Roundtable – The Hamilton County Civil War Round Table will meet at 7 p.m. on Feb. 10 at the Carmel City Hall. Danny Russel will appear as President Lincoln. He will trace Lincoln's entire life from a log cabin to the White House. The event is free and open to the public. College news – Sophie Zinn has been named to the president’s list at Elon University. Taylor Allen has been named to the dean’s list at Indiana University. Service scholarships available – Scholarships are available from the Carmel chapter of Tri Kappa, an Indiana service organization. Young women residing in Carmel, graduating from any high school, may apply. Two $1,500 scholarships will be awarded based on financial need, academic achievement, activities and community service. Deadline is March 26. See your high school counseling office for more information and applications.

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CHS runners receive award By Amanda Foust • news@currentincarmel.com Carmel High School’s girls and boys cross country teams had great success in 2015, with both groups earning achievement team and individual state titles. CHS junior Sarah Leinheiser and senior Ben Veatch were the individual state champions, and now both have been selected as the Gatorade State Cross Country Runner of the Year. The winners are chosen based on athletic impact and demonstration of academic achievement. The panel also assesses character, sportsmanship and leadership qualities. “Anyone who wins this award is involved in the community and has good leadership,” Veatch said. The Gatorade Company and USA TODAY High School Sports select the winners for the program, which has been in existence since 1985. Leinheiser finished seventh in the U.S. at the cross country Nike Nationals and eighth at the Foot Locker Championship. But her leadership is as evident as her talent. “I think I show good leadership, because I tell my team I’m running for them and for God and not for myself,” she said.

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Veatch finished second at the Nike Nationals and third at the National Foot Locker Championship. Despite his individual accomplishments, his focus is on the team. “They are my motivation and the reason why I run,” he said. Leinheiser doesn’t know which school she will attend after graduating from CHS. Veatch has signed a National Letter of Intent to run for Indiana University in the fall on an athletic scholarship.

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Fastest-growing city in the state. People were flocking to us. The average citizen in Greenwood thought we were all wealthy and the The Carmel Clay Historical Society will host average Hamilton County citizen thought we a talk by former Carmel Mayor Jane Reiman at were all uppity. 7 p.m. Feb. 11 in the Carevent mel Clay Public Library’s Did you ever think you would go into politics growing up? I grew program room. up in Canada during the second World Reiman was elected to Carmel’s War, and we would always listen to first city council in 1975 and served Winston Churchill on the radio and two terms as mayor from 1980 to talk about the issues of the day. The 1987. She was one of a handful of first time I got into politics really was female mayors in Indiana at the time. Reiman when Barry Goldwater was running Remain, now 82, leads the Mayor’s for president. I always volunteered. I was alYouth Council and works two days each week ways interested in a good candidate. (Former in the Dept. of Community Relations and Ecotown board member) Fred Swift asked me if nomic Development. She spoke to Current in I’d run at-large in 1975. It was really unusual to Carmel about her upcoming talk. have women on anything at that time. What are you planning to talk about? Did you ever encounter sexism on the I’m not going to be talking about wastewater or infrastructure or roads. I’m going to be talk- job? I only really encountered that one time, and that story I’m saving for the talk. Well, ing about some of the day-to-day office life actually, the fire chief said he didn’t want to as mayor. It’s going to be a potpourri of short work for a woman. That’s in my talk, too. memories that I’ll share at this talk. You’re still working after all these What kinds of funny stories? Well, I years. Do you ever slow down? I did. I was don’t want to give too much away, but on down in Corydon for 15 years before I moved the second day on my job as mayor we had a back to Carmel in 2009. I’ve appreciated the snow storm, and I had to fire two employees opportunity to come back and work for the for drinking on the job. city again. I really love this place. What was Carmel’s identity back then?

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A new program in the greater Indianapolis area is making it possible for pet owners in abusive relationships helping hand to find safe haven for their furry friends. Lilly’s Lighthouse Foster Pet Program, administered through Beacon of Hope Center for Women, allows victims of domestic abuse to temporarily place their pets with foster homes during their transition. “The program is the only one of its kind in central Indiana. A woman can’t take her pet into a domestic violence shelter, an emergency hotel or a homeless shelter. Our foster pet coordinator will work with our volunteer families and get the animal placed,” Beacon of Hope board member Leah Seigel said. “It’s usually dogs, but we’ve placed a horse before. We’ll find a place.” Cheryl Mohs, who lives in northwest Indianapolis, was among the program’s first volunteers. She fostered two dogs for three months. “This gives us an opportunity to help out other people but not have the financial expenses. We enjoy being able to help the owner out as well as the animals themselves.” Mohs said.

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The foster program recently received a $55,000 grant from the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust and plans to use the funds to add dedicated staff. Seigel said approximately half of domestic violence victims report their abuser showed some sort of violence toward a pet, and statistics show two out of five domestic violence victims stay in abusive situation out of concern for the safety of their animal. “(Lilly’s Lighthouse) puts them in a position where they don’t have to abandon their pet,” she said. To learn more, visit beaconofhopeindy.org.

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CHS girls swimming on brink of historic 30th-consecutive state title the ones to watch Plumb and Sheets said several swimmers could make a big impact at the IHSAA state finals Feb. 12 and 13 at IUPUI: Veronica Burchill, Emma Nordin, Kendall Smith and Claire Adams. “In my opinion, any one of the girls could be ‘one to watch’ come February,” Sheets said. “However, the girls mentioned all lead by example daily with their work ethic and willingness to put it all on the line for the teammates in any situation.” The team boasts four members, including Adams, with Olympic trials. Adams swam the third-fastest time in the United States last year in the 100 backstroke.

The senior members of the Carmel High School girls swim team, which is on the brink of winning the school’s 30th consecutive state title. (Photo by Todd Adams)

By Chris Bavender • news@currentincarmel.com The last time a school other than Carmel won the IHSAA girls swimming championship, it was more than a decade before any of the athletes on the current cover story team had even been born. Now the team is on the brink of history. If it wins the state title Feb. 12 and 13, it will be its 30th consecutive championship, a record for any high school team in any sport in the nation. “Carmel High School’s girls’ swimming program has experienced an unprecedented and historic run of state championships dating back to the mid-1980s,” IHSAA Commissioner Bobby Cox said. “Their dominance reflects outstanding coaching, dedicated and talented student athletes, tremendous community support and stands as a benchmark for other swimming programs in our state to aspire to.” Chris Plumb has coached the team since 2006. He is the team’s fifth coach in its his-

toric run. “(Our success) speaks to what can happen when a group of young women believe and work for something bigger than themselves,” said Plumb, a 40-year-old Buffalo, N.Y. native who began swimming competitively when he was 6 years old. For Assistant Coach Rhiannon Sheets, coming back to coach at the school where she was a team member from 2007 to 2011 just made sense. “This program gave and taught me so much while growing up,” Sheets said. “I wanted to be able to give back even a small amount of what I had received over the years.” Seventy girls spend anywhere from 80 minutes to three hours practicing four times each week before school, five times each week after school and on Saturday mornings. Practices cover “cover the whole landscape of sport,” Plumb said, including strength, speed, endurance, tecnique and more. “Mornings can be tiring, but it‘s never ques-

tioned among the team. They know it‘s what needs to be done and embrace it,” Sheets said. “We focus on continually finding new ways to improve – not just doing the work, but doing it well.” Senior Claire Adams, who started swimming when she was 9 years old to make friends, said the Greyhounds’ success has been a group effort. “I love getting to build relationships with my teammates and spend time with them,” she said. “Drawing from my teammates keeps me motivated. Their energy makes the hard days worth it.” The goal for the team this year, Plumb said, is to be the best team they can be – and to be better than they were last year. “Our goal is always a National Championship, but we focus much more on the process of daily improvement,” he said. So, how did the team get to be so good for so long? “Culture. A deliberate effort is made by

coaches and athletes to cultivate and sustain a culture of excellence,” Sheets said. Support from family and the community also plays a role, according to CHS Athletic Director Jim Inskeep. “The support the boys and girls team receive from alumni and those not swimming in the state meet each year is phenomenal. It really is a family,” he said. “When you put so much time as a family into practices and meets from a very young age to graduation, you always want to see the teams continue to excel and reach new levels.” If the team does bring home its 30th consecutive title, Plumb said it “speaks to what can happen when a group of young women believe and work for something bigger than themselves.” For Sheets, she said the pride she feels in the team knows no bounds. “The girls push themselves to the edge every day in practice, for each other and with each other,” she said. “It is inspiring to see on a daily basis, and I‘m excited for them to have the opportunity to celebrate all of their hard work and dedication … at the state meet.”

the finals The Carmel High School girls swim team will attempt to make history by winning its 30th consecutive state title. The 2016 state finals are set for Feb. 12 and 13 at the IUPUI natatorium, 901 W. New York St., Indianapolis. Unreserved tickets cost $8 per session or $12 for both days. The championship and consolation finals will be streamed live at IHSAAtv. org. For more, visit ihsaa.org. The next morning, a “30 Years of Excellence” brunch program is scheduled for 10 a.m. Feb. 14 in the Carmel High School freshmen cafeteria. Cost is $10 and includes a T-shirt. Online registration is available through Feb. 9. Learn more at www.carmelgreyhounds.com.

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U.S. 31 a boon to our region It seems like it was ages ago, when the project to convert the former Meridian Street into a freeway now known as U.S. 31 got under way in 2011. As was the case with the making of Keystone Parkway, we all lived with varying shares of delays, dust and dirt and shortcuts, but now that it’s all but complete, who really remembers it? As we wrote back when Keystone was in the thick of being converted, no one would think much of the inconveniences long term, because the pleasure was and is worth whatever pain was associated with the project. And thus shall be the fading memory of all that U.S. 31 entailed for motorists. We never imagined the day when we could travel in six minutes from 146th Street to I-465, but that’s reality, and we rather enjoy it. And speaking of the interstate, the flyovers are nothing short of incredible. Everything has flowed effortlessly for us, and we imagine it’s the same for you. There are some finishing touches to be applied, but, oh, what a difference the new thoroughfare makes. Well done! ••• Thanks to all our readers that participated in the recently concluded contest to select the best marriage proposal. We have winners! Gail Blackburn of Carmel won top prize (bracelet from Moyer Fine Jewelers), Lindsey Campuzano of Noblesville, was the first runner-up (dinner for two at Prime 47-Carmel) and Mary Pierce of Noblesville was the second runnerup ($100 Kroger of Carmel gift card). We offer our congratulations to the winners and sincere appreciation to our sponsors and, again, to the readers that took the time to vote. Happy Valentine’s Day, all! Brian Kelly, publisher, and Steve Greenberg, general manager, are co-owners of Current Publishing, LLC. Write them at info@ youarecurrent.com.

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This could be a rumble Commentary by John L. Micek It’s so on. Instead of a coronation, Democrat Hillary Clinton, the ultimate political insider, left Iowa last week in the middle of an honestto-goodness campaign against a septuagenarian, self-described Democratic Socialist who’d promised his supporters a political revolution. For Republicans, Donald Trump, the bloviating former reality TV star who boasted that voters would get so sick of winning with him that they’d beg for the occasional loss, found himself awkwardly trying to be gracious in defeat to Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas, who speaks in the cadences of the pulpit and dresses in the suits of a mortician. A defining Iowa win was considered critical for Clinton, who trails Sanders by an average of 18 points in New Hampshire, based on data compiled by RealClear Politics. The

Granite State holds its primary today. In 2008, Clinton lost Iowa, and the race, to another charismatic outsider — Barack Obama. The Clinton camp tried to characterize Sanders’ strong Iowa showing as a one-off. But Sanders’ win highlights ongoing problems for Clinton, who’s faced questions about her honesty and trustworthiness over an email scandal that simply will not go away. With just five percentage points separating them, Trump, Cruz and U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio of Florida provided Republicans with an unexpected three-way race for the GOP crown heading into today’s vote. A dead heat for the Democrats. A horse race for the GOP. John L. Micek is a political journalist and opinion editor for PennLive/The Patriot-News in Harrisburg, Pa. You may email him at jmicek@pennlive.com.

Q U O T E  O F  T HE WEEK Liberty means responsibility. That is why most men dread it. – George Bernard Shaw

When does parenting get easy? I thought that once my kids grew out of the croup-prone, communicationhumor challenged phase, I’d be set. Then I was certain that when my oldest could babysit my youngest, life would begin anew. Now that I have a teenage driver, I should be golden, right? But parenting only seems to be getting harder. The reasons for my current maternal ulcer are one sick daughter and one underachieving son. Together they have pushed, nay, shoved my mommy patience to the brink. Two totally different parenting dilemmas thrust upon me as I also try manage a job, house, a husband and various other everyday minutia. First up, my tiny dancer. Eleven days ago she began complaining of a headache, and while I first chalked it up to lack of sleep, by the fourth day of constant pain, I began trolling the internet for brain tumor symptoms. Everything checked out fine at the pediatrician; the doctor simply advised to up the OTC ibuprofen. But after a sixth day and multiple SOS text messages from her, I had to work some logistical magic over my lunch break to get an unauthorized neighbor to break her out of school. The headache was getting worse, and had us both in tears that evening. It seemed I could do nothing to help my baby. Finally, on office visit number two, the doc found fluid in her ears and swollen glands. Thank Jesus! I can handle a sinus infection! We’re now on antibiotics and the headache has all but disappeared. In the middle of this “What if my kid has cancer?” week, my husband Doo casually glanced at our 17-year-old’s grades, and completely lost his shtick. We ended up in a fight about the best way to encourage our son to work to his potential, and completely forgot to even ground the ne’erdo-well. How do we motivate a kid who is quite happy with “doing okay?” Should we step back or get in his face? I don’t know, and it’s driving me nuts. So I ask again, “When does parenting get easy?” Peace out. Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@currentincarmel.com.

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Scavenger Hunt ends with proposal by Gail and Jay Blackburn of Carmel My now husband’s name is Jay Blackburn. We live in Carmel, have two beautiful girls, Grace (13) and Rachel (9). We have been married 16 years. In July 1998, I was offered the opportunity to go to Europe and live for three months and work. Little did I know when I got this offer, my then-boyfriend, was planning out an elaborate proposal for me that was due to take place the very next weekend after I was offered the job opportunity. Of course, I was to go on my European job assignment in three weeks. So it was also around our “dating anniversary,” so he just told me he had a surprise for me, and I wasn’t to put anything on the calendar for Saturday, July 11th. That morning he sent me off on a scavenger hunt. First stop was a trip to the spa (which I love). I got three treatments and a light lunch at Phillipe’s Spa in Indy. At that end of it, one of the people working in there came into the dressing room and gave me a card (from Jay) that gave me my next destination. I was to go “Parisian” (now no longer at the mall) since I was about to embark on a European adventure. I was to pick out my favorite perfume (with the gift card in the card) and ask for a certain person behind the perfume counter that would help me with my next destination. I got another card (from Jay) that advised me to go to “The Gap” and pick something out (with gift card again) that I would enjoy while we would have a “gap” between us as we lived in two different countries (I purchased a pair of pants). To read the full story, visit youarecurrent.com.

Life’s like a box of chocolates by Lindsey Campuzano of Noblesville

My husband, Armando, proposed to me on February 17, 2008. Since we’d only been dating about a year and Valentine’s Day had just passed, it came as a complete surprise. Armando had recently purchased a new home, and we had invited my parents and younger siblings over for dinner and to see the new place. After dinner, as we were chatting in the living room, Armando disappeared into the bedroom. He was gone long enough that I was beginning to wonder what he was up to, when he emerged with a box of Ghirardelli chocolates. He handed them to me and asked me to pick one. I am not a huge fan of chocolate, so I declined and handed them to my sister to pass around the group. As the box of chocolates made its way around the room, Armando insisted that I try one. I agreed and when the box was in my lap, I started to select one. He stopped me, telling me there was a special one he wanted me to try. Nestled among the chocolates, he had wrapped a beautiful ring in a Hershey’s Kiss wrapper. In front of my family, Armando asked me spend the rest of our lives together and I happily agreed. Eight wonderful years later, it’s the best chocolate I’ve ever received.

The package deal by Mary Pierce of Noblesville My story is not a traditional engagement, because as my oldest son told my future husband, “She is a package deal.” (My boys were ages 9 and 14.) My future husband, John, had never been married nor had any children. That was December 2002. Fast forward to March 2008, John told me to pack an overnight bag with clothes suitable for dinner. He had a surprise date planned. I did not know that he had already asked my father for permission to ask me to get married. We had discussed getting engaged, but I had no idea when it would happen. So, on March 20, 2008, I packed my bag and off we went. I had no idea of our destination and no hints. We arrived at The Canterbury Hotel where John made reservations for the presidential suite, which was incredible. We entered the presidential suite and there was an enormous beautiful floral arrange-

ment. I turned to John and said, “Wow, they take care of everything.” At that point John said, “I took care of that. They are yours. I took care of this as well.” He took out a small box, got down on one knee, and asked, “Would you be my wife?” Of course, I said, “yes.” After I said yes, John said that you have two hours to call everyone and then we have reservations at St. Elmo’s and tickets for the Bruce Springsteen concert. Following a wonderful dinner, we went to the concert where everyone congratulated us. John planned and surprised me with the most wonderful, magical engagement. We were married June 8, 2010. Both of our sons gave wonderful toasts. Everyday, I am thankful for a wonderful man who married a “package deal” and became the best husband and father a woman could ask for.

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it out with something a little peppy called ‘Don’t Be That Way.’ We’re stretching the love theme a little bit with that and just Indianapolis Brass Choir music director going into relationships. It’s an Benny GoodDarin Sorley plans a lovefest for St. Mark’s man tune that one of the members United Methodist in the group arranged.” music Church. Sorley said the concert will last After all, the free 4 about one hour. Sorley will use a p.m. concert at the Carmel church, short intermission to explain about 4780 E. 126th St., is on Valentine’s his group. IBC members volunteer Day. their time and talent, without pay, “We usually do a wide range to provide music and to aid local of music and there will be some Sorley charities. variation in this, too,” Sorley said. Then St. Mark’s representatives will dis“But since it is on Feb. 14, we are doing cuss a free-will offering collection to benValentine-themed selections. We usually efit Pack Away Hunger. Pack Away Hunger don’t do a themed concert and try to mix it is a non-profit organization that packages up with a little bit of pop music.” Sorley said the concert will include selec- highly nutritious meals, which will improve key health factors of the chronically hungry. tions from “My Fair Lady,” “The Lion King” St. Mark’s goal is to raise funds to provide and “The Phantom of the Opera.” meals for 40,000 individuals. “Of course, you can’t do a Valentine’s IBC features trumpets, trombones, horns, Day concert without ‘My Funny Valentine,’” Sorley said. “It’s a nice trombone solo. We’re euphoniums, tubas and percussion instruments played by about 35 musicians. doing Jerome Kern’s piece, ‘The Way You For more, contact St. Mark’s at 846-4912 Look Tonight.’ We’re doing a Johnny Mandel or stmarkscarmel.org. piece called ‘A Time for Love.’ We’ll round

Looking for something fun to do with a loved one or the whole family for Valentines Day? Check out these upcoming events. Valentine’s Date Night, Feb. 12 and 13, 6-9 p.m. at Nickel Plate Arts – Make this the most creative stop on your Valentine’s Day evening! Enjoy artistled art projects for couples, live performances, and wander through the Nickel Plate “Hoosier HeartLand” exhibit. We will also have adult beverages and decadent nibbles. A creative way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your significant other, for girl’s night out, or even a mother-daughter night on the town. Cost is $10/pair for each activity; buy four activities get one free. Check nickelplatearts. org for details or to sign up.

in Fishers. One ticket is $90, and includes dinner for two people. To register, visit eventbrite.com. Checks can be made payable to SOHC, sent to PO BOX 730, Noblesville 46061 or brought the day of event.

Hearthside suppers at Conner Prairie – Ever wonder what people ate for dinner in the early 19th century, or how they prepared the meal? Discover those answers firsthand when you help prepare, serve and eat a candlelight feast straight from the pages of 19th century cookbooks. Enjoy this experience with friends and family. Wine and beer options available for additional cost. This program is recommended for ages 10 and older. Reservations required online at connerprairie.org or by calling 776-6000. Suppers run until March 13.

Donatello’s Italian Restaurant open on Valentine’s Day – Usually closed on Sundays, Donatello’s Italian Restaurant, located in the Carmel Arts & Design District, will be serving a special menu from 4 to 10 p.m. on the evening of Valentine’s Day. The family-owned fine dining establishment is at 9 W. Main Street in Carmel. Call 564-4790 to make a reservation for Feb. 14.

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Family Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, 1-5 p.m. at Nickel Plate Arts – There’s no sweeter way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than with your family. Bring the kiddos to Nickel Plate Arts for children’s activities, crafts ($5 each) and sweet treats. Admission is free throughout the day.

Dance the Night Away with Sunny Moon – Take your special someone out for a night of dinner and dancing at 502 East in Carmel with music provided by Sunny Moon. Ticket price includes dinner, and dancing with a cash bar. Doors open at 7 p.m. so put on your dancing shoes, grab your sweetheart and come dance. To register, visit eventbrite.com. Cost is $45.

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I like to stay in my bubble. I don’t venture out of Carmel too often in my free time. My apartment, my work, the newspaper, my girlfriend’s apartment and Carmel City Hall are all about in a one-mile radius. I have favorite restaurants and stores that are really, really close to me. I can walk if I choose to. When it comes to a big task such as planning the perfect Valentine’s Day, you can often dread driving all around town to make preparations. Well, I have some tips so you can stay in Carmel and plan a romantic event. Since Valentine’s Day does fall on a Sunday, I expect brunch to be a popular option for some, but be sure to get there early. You can find lengthy waits at many local hot spots for Sunday brunch in Carmel. The best options I usually go for are Patachou at Clay Terrace and Bub’s Cafe along the Monon Trail. If you opt for a buffet, Matt the Miller’s Tavern offers a good one at Carmel City Center. Right next door to Matt the Miller’s, Eggshell Bistro offers probably the most creative world-inspired brunch in town and Hubbard and Cravens has awesome frittatas. Since Valentine’s Day is a Sunday, you might want to call ahead to your favorite restaurant to see if it’s open that day since many places are closed on Sundays. I’ve heard of a few local places — mostly lunch spots — that tell me they will remain closed on that day but others, such as my parents’ place, Donatello’s Italian Restaurant, will open special for that night. If you do decide to instead go out on the Friday or Saturday before, please keep in mind most restaurants will probably be busier than usual that night so make your reservations ahead of time. If you need to make a reservation at the last minute, the best advice I can give you is to dine early, around 5 p.m. or late, after 8:30 p.m. and you might avoid the rush. To read the entire version, visit currentincarmel.com.

After recently receiving its liquor license, Rosie’s Place in Noblesville wasted no time in establishing a great mix of unique and traditional cocktails for being a breakfast and lunch café. Waiting until 5 o’clock to indulge won’t be an option as you can take your sweetie out on Valentine’s Day and order the colorful Grapefruit Red Grapefruit Mimosa Mimosa. The unique Get it at Rosie’s Place, spin on the tra68 N. Ninth St., Noblesville ditional orange 8 oz. red grapefruit juice, juice and cham187 ml. bottle of champagne pagne beverage comes in three parts – a small bottle of champagne, a

small decanter of grapefruit juice and an empty champagne flute. You play mixologist, and whether or not you prefer your unique mimosas fruitier or with more bubbly, it’s all up to you to decide. It yielded about two mimosas and is a perfectly pink way to share your love and appreciation with each Try a different fruit for other on Valentine’s Day. this pink mimosa. (Photo Not a grapefruit fan? Rosie’s by Anna Skinner) Place offers the traditional orange juice and champagne version as well to start the special morning off right.

District to host Valentine’s Gallery Walk By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com Romance will be in the air at the Feb. 13 gallery walk through the Carmel Arts & Design District. On the Saturday before Valentine’s Day, guests can visit any of the art galleries from 5 to 9 p.m. and receive a free rose.

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Toasted Marshmallow Hot Chocolate Mama Bear’s Bakery and Café, Geist I don’t frequent the Geist side of Fishers very much, but I made a special trip out there after discovering that Mama Bear’s had some of the best hot chocolate in the state. If there was an award for this, I’m pretty sure it would be hanging on the ski lodge-esque café’s walls. Their hot chocolate was made with a toasted marshmallow syrup. It gave the smooth, creamy taste of the traditional hot chocolate topping which I preferred over the foaminess from actual melted marshmallows. The baristas also donned the top with cute latte art and a dash of cinnamon to customize the beverage. Craving whipped cream? They can top your hot chocolate with that instead of the milk designs.

By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com For years, I have been a self-christened coffee fiend, coffee snob, coffee addict – take your pick – and I didn’t waste time with non-caffeinated beverages. Why drink beverages something delicious when you could drink something that kick starts your day? But, I set my assumptions of those sinful non-caffeinated beverages aside as I toured Hamilton County seeking for the best hot chocolate havens.

Frozen Hot Chocolate (Spiked) Langton’s, Carmel This one is for the parents. Send your kids next door to a more family friendly café or bakery and cup your hands around this frozen delicacy. Crafted with Patron XO Incendio, Ghirardelli Chocolate Liqueur, Frangelico Hazelnut Liqueur and topped with a fluffy whipped cream, this was a unique take on a spiked hot chocolate. Another twist? It’s actually served over ice. Yet, as you may guess, despite the iced beverage, Langton’s version of hot chocolate will do the job of warming you up even though it’s frozen. The Incendio gives the drink a little kick, but it’s not unbearable for the mild taste buds out there. Whether it’s a cold or warm day, treating yourself to this spiked nectar of the chocolate gods will warm your soul.

dark hot chocolate The Quirky Feather Confectionary, Carmel This little café opened quite recently, and I enjoyed their coffee so I chose to try their hot chocolate. They offered three varieties – dark, white, or tuxedo, which was a mix of the two. I chose dark, as I am not an overly-sweet person. It was phenomenal. The dark chocolate was not overbearingly sweet, but not bitter like some darker chocolate beverages or snacks can be. And the best part? The whipped cream is made in house with real whipping cream and not from a packet. It was a nice touch on a classic hot chocolate. A generous chocolate drizzle on the homemade whipped cream topped the hot chocolate off and rated it a 10/10 on my snobby scale.

dispatches Mockingbird review – Visit CurrentNightandDay.com to read reporter Zach Dunkin’s review and potos of the Indiana Repertory Theater’s newest show “To Kill a Mockingbird.” Starring Carmel’s own Mitchell Wray, this is one show you won’t want to miss. Devour Noblesville – Beat the cold and support downtown Noblesville dining destinations through Devour Noblesville. Sample some of the finest cuisine in Noblesville during the first Friday event Feb. 5 and continuing through Feb. 11. Participating restaurants will feature specials throughout the week. No tickets or coupons are necessary to enjoy this dining experience. Simply visit the restaurant of your choice, and ask for the “Devour” menu.

Antiques Road Show – Antiques Roadshow, PBS’s most-watched ongoing series and a production of WGBH Boston, visits Indianapolis as part of a six-city 2016 summer tour. Roadshow and WFYI will host an allday appraisal event July 9. To enter the drawing for free tickets to the Indianapolis Antiques Roadshow event, and to see complete application rules, go to pbs.org/roadshowtickets. For more, call toll-free 888-762-3749. Deadline for applications is April 28 at 11:59pm PST.

The BrewsLine – In celebration of Indiana’s Bicentennial, ride The BrewsLine to sample local, craft brews and hear the stories of their historic ties. Breweries stops include Deer Creek Brewery, Deviate Brewing, Grand Junction Brewing Company, Heady Hollow Brewing Company and Sun King Fishers Tap Room and Small Batch Brewery. Visit brewsline.checkfront.com/reserve to make reservations. Tag your Bicentennial Beer photos with #HCbrews16! This brew tour will be on Sundays until May 22.

Shen Yun – On March 8 and 9, the show Shen Yun will be on stage with a live orchestra at Clowes Memorial Hall of Butler University in Indianapolis. For more, visit ShenYun.com/ Indianapolis. The Warehouse – The Warehouse in Carmel will have performances all through the year. Upcoming shows include: Howie Day on Feb. 27, Rickie Lee Jones on March 4, Jon McLaughlin on March 9, Stacy Mitchhart on March 11, Jim Lauderdale on March 12, Darlingside & David Wax Museum with Haroula Rose on May 5 and Tom Rush on May 19. For more, visit liveforthemusic.com.

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Where’s Amy? ‘Where’s Amy?’ is a photo column by Amy Pauszek, a society girl and film producer and partner with Ever Film Productions, LLC. She may be reached at aepaws1@comcast.net.

‘Sweeney Todd’ Paxton and ATI Secretary Rosemary Waters, ATI executive director Jim and PJ Reilly, ATI board members Natalie and Rob Manges at the opening night of ATI’s “Sweeney Todd.” (Photos by Amy Pauszek for Current Publishing LLC. All Rights Reserved. Copyright 2016) “Where’s Amy?” … I loved attending the amazing, sold-out production of “Sweeney Todd” at the Actors Theatre of Indiana. I urge you to drop everything and go see this show, which runs until Feb. 14. Yep, it’s true, you can take your special Valentine on a date to see this mindblowing show with a stellar cast and crew. I am still blown away by the fact that ATI’s “Sweeney Todd” was like seeing an authentic Broadway production without actually being on Broadway. The popular and haunting songs written by Stephen Sondheim were brought to life by Don Farrell, Judy Collins and the entire company. The orchestra never missed a beat, and I loved the set, which included a fancy red barber’s chair and a piping hot stove perfect for baking delicious meat pies. Every time I attend a performance at ATI, I am reminded that we are blessed to have such an incredible professional theatre company right here in Carmel. I have seen many theatrical productions all over the world. ATI’s “Sweeney Todd” is brilliant and not to be missed. Bravo to my pals at Actors Theatre of Indiana - “Sweeney Todd” has set the bar high. Grab your friends, and make an appointment with Mr. Sweeney Todd for a shave if you dare. You will be sitting on pins and needles and loving every minute of it! Oh, and don’t miss the upcoming “Unnecessary FARCE,” which runs April 29 May 15. For more info on the hottest tickets in town, visit atistage.org, or call 843-3800 to reserve your seats. “Where’s Amy?” looks forward to seeing you there! Too much fun!

Don Farrell, Sr. was happy he passed on his son Don Jr.’s invitation for a free shave at “Sweeney Todd” on opening night. Don Farrell Jr. is a co-founder/ artistic director of Actors Theatre of Indiana. Bravo to talented high school students and ATI actors Elizabeth Hutson and John Collins who told “Where’s Amy?” they were excited to have the opportunity to perform in “Sweeney Todd” at the Actors Theatre of Indiana. “Where’s Amy?” always loves hanging out with her pals Jeff and ATI director of marketing and development Kristen Merritt.

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FEBRUARY 18 – 20 Warm up your vocal cords, put on your poodle skirt, and join Civic Theatre in this exclusive three-day screening of Grease! Sing your heart out while watching John Travolta and Olivia Newton-John on the silver screen. Complete with a costume contest, this is an interactive, electrifyin’ sing-along you won’t want to miss. Order your tickets today!

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CCP presents ‘Forbidden Broadway’ By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com The Carmel Community Players will be going over familiar musical territory with a twist. The CCP will present “Forbidtheater den Broadway: Greatest Hits Volume I” from Feb. 12-14, Feb. 19-21 and Feb. 26-28 at the Carmel Community Playhouse, 14299 Clay Terrace Blvd., Suite 140. Performances will be at 7:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights and 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. Perry A. Accetturo and Jan Jamison serve as co-directors of the revue. “It originated off-Broadway where performers would get together and come up with parody songs, making fun of whatever was on Broadway at that given time,” said Accetturo, a Carmel resident. Accetturo said it pokes fun of musicals such as “Annie,” and “Hairspray,” to “Les Miserables,” and “Momma Mia.” “It’s a nice blend of pieces that are pretty well known, but obviously it’s making fun of them and using lyrics you never heard before,” Accetturo said. Jamison said the songs poke fun at the musical or the song itself. The show is performed with minimal

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costumes. “Just enough to show what the actors are doing and help them personify the character,” Accetturo said. “The tunes are ones that we know, it’s the alternate lyrics that are the meat and potatoes of the show.” This will be the first show with beer and wine being served. For Feb. 12-14, the cost is $35 for two adult tickets, two drinks and Valentine’s Day flower. Tickets are $15 or $17 for other performances. For more, visit carmelplayers.org.

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“This is a really good concert for people who haven’t experienced dance before because it’s entertaining,” Hancock said. “It’s not a story to Those who frequent performances, dances and plays in Carmel know the typical format of follow or anything to think about really hard, it’s just really entertaining and a big variety of the positioning of the performance audience in respect to world music.” The 60 seats available nightly typically sell out the performers. Gregofast, and Hancock encourages interested viewers ry Hancock, the artistic director of “Passport,” to make reservations. plans to change that format. The close proximity to “Once a year we do this the performance not only cabaret in-house perforaffects the viewers, but the mance. It’s an opportunity performers, too. Hancock for the audience to experisaid that oftentimes this ence dance in a different performance is the dancers’ way,” he said. “It allows the favorite. audience to appreciate the “It’s a little unnerving to physicality of dance more. the dancers to be that close “Passport” will occur at to the audience, they can The Academy of Gregory see people’s reaction and Hancock Dance Theatre, and if they’re engaged or not will revolve around an array engaged,” Hancock said. of cultures and different Abbie Lessaris dances in costume “During this concert, our dances. Chairs will be set dancers grow and develop as on the same level as the stage for “Passport.” (Submitted photo) better artists and performers.” and cultural refreshments will be provided. “Passport” will occur select dates Feb. 12Fourteen different cultures will be represented throughout the dance including Mexico, 28, and tickets cost $35. For more, visit www. ticketriver.com/event/17097. Egypt, Ireland, New Orleans style and others.

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Who can resist a simple but incredible delicious chocolate treat? Chocolate pudding with strawberries is the perfect gift from your kitchen to your loved ones this Valentine’s Day! I cannot remember who said, “Sometimes the best dishes are the simplest,” but it is certainly true with this. Note: Did you know that the word “chocolate” comes from the Aztec word “xocoatl,” the bitter drink made from cacao by the Aztecs and Mayans? Serves: 4 Ingredients: 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 2 tablespoons

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the children’s series. Although recommended for grades K through 5, the show is not strictly for kids, Acting like a child isn’t necessarily a bad said Stark. thing for an adult when you’re in the cast of “The Junie B. Jones books are “Junie B. Jones, social scene The Musical.” chapter books, so it kind of finds a wide range of kids that come to see Or, even if you it,” she said. “Toddlers certainly will are in the audience. enjoy watching it. Then, there are Created by Marcy Heisler and Zina people who actually know the books Goldrich, “Junie B. Jones, The Musical” – as they go through kindergarten, is an adaptation of four Barbara Park’s first grade, second grade, third grade, best-selling books brought to life. The Stark fourth grade – and have either read Pyramid Players presentation will run these books or have them read to them. on Fridays and Saturdays from Feb. 19 through “I feel like anybody will enjoy coming to see March 19 at the Beef & Boards Dinner Theater. it regardless of age because it is a musical, Over the course of an hour, the show and the people will like the tunes that go with follows the bubbly Junie B. on an adventurit.” ous ride through first grade – meeting new friends, riding the bus, getting new glasses and playing in the school kickball tournament. Junie B. Jones, The Musical Adults, not children, play the roles of Junie B. and other kids, including her ex-best friend Where: Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, 9301 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis Lucille, her new best friend Herb, the nerdy When: 10 a.m. Fridays and 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., Sheldon and a budding control freak May. Saturdays, Feb. 19 - March 19 “Most of actors will probably be in their Cost: $15.50, includes show, juice and snack. 20s,” said Stark, whose theater duties also For reservations, call 872-9964 or visit www. include stage managing. She has directed a beefandboards.com. handful of shows for the main stage and for

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Only one of the Carmel Symphony Orchestra’s midwinter concerts is called “Family Fun,” but that Jan. 31 performance has music a successor that could easily bear the same title. The family having the fun Feb. 13 will be onstage: Beverly Scott, assistant principal violist in the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra since 1981, will appear playing his other instrument, the piano, along with his violinist son Robin and Robin’s wife, cellist Ahrim Kim, in Beethoven’s Triple Concerto. Scott They have been invited so the CSO’s audience “can see two generations and the passing on of a music tradition in a family.” That’s how the violist-pianist recalls the invitation extended to him by the orchestra’s music director, David Bowden. The senior Scott has performed a few times with Carmel’s orchestra as a guest artist along with his wife — Robin’s mother, pianist Sylvia Patterson Scott. “Carmel is acquainted with me as a pianist,” Beverly said, but his public appearances in that role are generally rare.

He’s spent months working on the piano part for the performance of a work none of the three soloists has played publicly before. The younger Scotts met when both were students at New England Conservatory in Boston. Married since 2011, they now live in Rochester, N.Y., where Kim is principal cellist of the Rochester Philharmonic and Robin Scott is the new first violinist of the Ying String Quartet. The prospect of playing the Beethoven Triple, a unique work in the concerto literature, excites Beverly. “It combines many of the delights of playing chamber music with the delight of playing a concerto,” he said.

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Mardi Gras Gala set for Feb. 20 By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com There will be more than a little touch of New Orleans at Carmel’s Woodland Country Club Feb. 20. social scene The Actors Theatre of Indiana Guild will host its Mardi Gras Gala from 6 to 11 p.m. Susan Bonanno, president of ATI Guild, said they came up with the theme of a Mardi Gras party last year when they decided to do something more fun than just dressing up for a formal gala. “The year before, my husband and I had been in New Orleans during Mardi Gras,” Bonanno said. “We were in the parade and threw beads.” Bonanno said it’s a very casual event. “You can wear jeans or fun shirts,” Bonanno said. “People come dressed with masks.” The ATI Guild members decorate the room with a Mardi Gras theme. There will be complimentary Hurricanes and hors d’oeuvres for the first hour, followed by a sit-down dinner and dancing. The Tim Brickley Quintet will provide the music. The ATI founders, Don Farrell, Judy Fitzgerald and Cynthia Collins, will sing at least one song, perhaps more, Bonanno said. There will be a wine pull, beer raffle, games and a silent auction. All proceeds from the

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Abbie Mann’s kindergarten class led a week-long initiative that helped raise approximately $16,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. (Submitted photo)

Students raise $16K to fight cancer By Amanda Foust • news@currentincarmel.com Lemonade stands have always been a popular business for young giving back children, but a group of College Wood Elementary students recently took this venture a step further. Starting with a cup of lemonade and a heart for giving back, kindergarten teacher Abbie Mann led an initiative that raised approximately $16,000 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. College Wood promoted fundraising events the week of Jan. 19 to 22. They had Penny for Patients Tuesday, Bills to Blast Cancer Wednesday and Hat Day Thursday. The event ended with a lemonade stand Jan. 22. All money raised went to cancer research and patient support. This idea began five years ago when Mann’s father was diagnosed with a rare form of lymphoma. “At first, I didn’t know how to handle it,” Mann said, “I felt like this was one way I was actually doing something.” The students learned several lessons

throughout the week of fundraising, but perhaps the most crucial was the importance of helping others. “I'm feeling pretty happy that people can get some medicine to feel better,” said kindergartener Laim Bennett, 5. “People can lose their hair when they have cancer,” said kindergartener Payton Sevening, 5. “I want to help them.” The kindergarten class was involved in the process from the start, raising more than $1,400 as a single class. All of College Wood was involved reaching out to neighbors, family and friends for support. “Mrs. Mann has used this experience to educate her students about giving, fundraising and how scientists use money to find ways to help sick people,” instructional assistant Kim Roche said. The kindergarten class was in charge of the business plan, advertisement and working the booths. “My biggest hope for these kids and what they take away from this experience is that even though they are young, they can still really make a difference in people's lives,” Mann said.

Dispatches Hand and arm pain – Riverview Health will host a hand and arm pain seminar from 6 to 7 p.m. Feb. 10 in the Krieg DeVault Conference Room. Dr. Christy Kellams will present different treatment options for common hand and arm problems such as rheumatoid arthritis, carpal tunnel, repetitive use and other conditions. A light dinner will be served. The program is free, but registration is required. Register at www. riverview.org/classes, or call 776-7999.

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New McDonald’s to open in March By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com John Liapes and wife Mary are no novices when it comes to running a McDonald’s franchise, as they own two Restaurants stores in Whitestown and Zionsville. Yet Carmel has not seen a new McDonald’s in 20 years, and Liapes said that he and his wife will be the ones to bring a new restaurant to the city. “McDonald’s decided they wanted build the first new restaurant in Carmel in over 20 years, and they like the way we run restaurants,” he said. “Our goal is to run great restaurants.” The couple said they decided in October to take on the new store at The Bridges in Carmel and broke ground Nov. 23. The opening date is projected as March 3. “It will be a very café style McDonald’s with

very warm tones, my wife designed the interior,” Liapes said. “I think what we are trying to deliver here is the experience of the future of McDonald’s in terms of design, and all the equipment will be state of the art.” Once the restaurant is open, approximately 60 people will be hired at what Liapes calls aggressive wages, starting at $11 an hour, based on experience and availability. The Liapeses live only five minutes from the new restaurant, and one of them will be present each day of business. “We are excited to be home owners and business owners in the same community and look forward to running a great restaurant in Carmel,” Liapes said. “We are very involved, part of our success in the business is we take it very seriously, and we get to know our guests very well. We love to remember their names and be a part of the community and interacting with our guests is really important to us.”

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and prosper, OneZone and Indianapolis SCORE announce a new partnership. Beginning this month, on-site mentoring by SCORE volunteers will be available to members of OneZone, the organization formed in 2015 with the merger of the Carmel and Fishers chambers of commerce. Realty awards given – MIBOR Realtor Association recently recognized industry and community service standouts at its annual event – The Ball: A Benefit For the Realtor Foundation. Award recipients included: 2015 Realtor of the Year – John Creamer; 2015 Affiliate of the Year – Dorothy Dodd of Salin Bank; Distinguished Service Awards – Janet Jernigan, Tom Johnson, Steve Sullivan; F.C. Bud Tucker Community Service Award – Elizabeth Priller. NAWBO Day at the statehouse – Women Business Owners share the right and the responsibility to engage in state politics. Bring your colleagues to the Statehouse to advocate for women-owned businesses, and learn more about government processes at 11 a.m. Feb. 22.

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Skateboard shop changes owners By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com Scott Cullumber wanted to run his own skateboard shop, but he wasn’t sure about all of the things that come with business starting a business from scratch. Not only do you have to find the perfect location, there’s already competition with two skateboard shops in Carmel: The Ripple and Rise Skateboard Shop. So Cullumber decided to see if he could buy one of his favorite board shops: Rise, 622 S. Range Line Road, in the Monon Square Shopping Center. He ended up buying the place last month. “I’ve been wanting to get into this business, but I didn’t know if I could sustain it,” he said. “Buddy Best, the guy who owned this shop for about 17-plus years, I just thought I’d talk to him since this is a well-known shop, and even guys from out of town come to this shop. So I approached him to see if he was open to the idea of selling, and that was back in November, and I think I got him at the right time.” Cullumber said Best still wants to be involved in the skateboard community, and he sold it to move onto other things. Cullumber said the shop was thriving when he bought it,

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but he wants to add his own ideas as well. “He wanted to make sure I maintain what this shop is,” he said. One of the biggest things Cullumber wants to add are online sales, which he said is a way to connect with people who used to live in the area but still love this shop. He said he also wants to add more sizes in shoes and some higher-end longboards. Some of Rise’s employees teach classes at the skate park at the Monon Center and Cullumber wants to continue to make his shop for all experience levels. “If you’re new to the sport, I don’t want people to feel intimidated or feel like they can’t come in and ask questions,” he said.

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Technology updates for the kitchen Commentary by David Decker Technology is moving faster than ever and we’re seeing huge advances in the abilities of our phones, our home enterinteriors tainment systems, and our vehicles. But did you know that tech is even taking over the kitchen? Advances in technology have made life in your kitchen easier than ever. Check out some of our favorite ways technology is improving home kitchens. Charging Stations The place where once you may have had a message station for your home phone has now become a place to charge and store your smart devices. Built-in USB ports allow you to maximize your charging potential while minimizing the number of outlets needed. This is an easy way to keep an eye on all the devices in the house and make sure their batteries are full. Sensor-Activated Lighting Is there someone in your home who is always forgetting to turn off the lights? Automated lighting can help solve that problem. Sensors can turn the lights on when they detect motion in the kitchen, and if there’s no motion for a set period of time, they will the

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turn lights off. Lights can also be programmed to turn on and off at specific times, and can be controlled by your smart phone. This is a great innovation for families with lots of kids, or anyone who wants to save money on their utility bills. Hands-Free Faucets When you’ve been handling things like raw

meat, the less you have to touch the better. Hands-free faucets are perfect for the busy cook and they can cut down on the spread of bacteria through your kitchen. They are also great for youngsters who want to fill their own cup but can’t quite reach the handle. Self-Diagnosing Appliances Wouldn’t it be great to know there was something wrong with your refrigerator before it stopped working? Today’s selfdiagnosing appliances can do just that. If your equipment needs servicing, it will send an email, letting you know it’s time to call a technician. What a great way to save money and prevent hassles! Are you ready to bring your kitchen into the 21st century? Contact The Affordable Companies. We can help you find the innovations that make the most sense for your lifestyle. You can start 2016 with a kitchen that is as tech-savvy as it is beautiful! David Decker is president of the Affordable Companies, which include Affordable Kitchens and Bathrooms and now Affordable Custom Flooring. They are based in Carmel (575-9540, www.theaffordablecompanies.com). E-mail home improvement questions to david.decker@theaffordablecompanies.com.

Dispatches Cold-season veggies – A good variety of crops actually grow best during the cooler months. If you aren’t quite ready to give up your fresh produce each year, try planting cold-season veggies like broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, peas, and Brussels sprouts. Collards, mustard greens, spinach, kale, mâche, and many kinds of lettuce also prefer cooler temperatures. Root veggies like turnips, beets, radishes, rutabagas, and baby carrots are more options for the cold-weather garden. Source: Natural living Get a jump start on weeding – As soon as the snow starts to melt you might start to see weeds popping up. Pulling weeds in colder weather will actually reduce the likelihood of them regrowing in warmer months. Source: Natural living Don’t waste lemons – If you need only a few drops of lemon juice, avoid cutting the lemon in half - it will dry out quickly that way. Instead, puncture the fruit with a metal skewer and squeeze out exactly what you require. Source: Esquire Prevent bananas from browning – Avoid separating bananas until you plan to eat them. They spoil less quickly in a bunch. Source: Esquire

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Retail Sales Associate St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospital

Location: Fishers, IN Department: Gift Shop 001 Additional Job Details: FT Rotating, 72 Hours Bi-Weekly Job Summary: The Retail Sales Associate performs general customer services related activities for a retail location. Responsibilities: • Greets customers and assists with purchase selections. • Receives payment by cash, check, credit card and debit card and issues receipts, change, credits or refunds to customers. • Assists with the monitoring of inventory and restocking of shelves and displays as needed. • Assists with the receiving, unpacking, stocking, displaying, pricing, and sales of merchandise. Qualifications Education: • Minimum Qualification: High School diploma or equivalent by hire date to position Work Experience: • Minimum Qualification: One year of experience working in retail sales. To Apply: http://www.stvincent.org/Careers/ Job ID 109088 OR call Jan Miller at 317-334-7758.

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A WOMEN’S HEART HEALTH EVENT

Dedicate one night to an important fight—heart disease. Join us at IU Health North Hospital for an evening dedicated to your heart health. We’ll share information about heart disease, specifically as it affects women, tell you symptoms to be aware of and provide the latest information for prevention. This FREE event includes: ■

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