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Neighbors concerned about Old Town zoning changes BUILDING HEIGHTS Residents of the Johnson Addition and Wilson Village neighborhoods held a meeting Jan. 27 to Neighbors have voiced concerns over zonsuggest a larger buffer between residents and ing changes in the Old Town section of Carmel, taller buildings. Right now, a new structure can which could mean redevelopment taller buildings, the be built close to a single-story home but can only be 35 feet. The next building after could be loss of industrial six stories or perhaps up to 75 feet tall. space and giving away zoning control to the “I have a pool in the backyard, and I redevelopment commission. would like to know how you would feel The Carmel City Council held a public if someone 50 feet above you looked hearing Feb. 1 to discuss changing the down on your pool?” organizer and zoning rules for Old Town and Midtown. resident Charlie Demler asked the plan Councilor Jeff Worrell said the goal is to commission at its Jan. 19 meeting. provide greater flexibility for these arDemler said the 35-foot buffer, which eas. The issue was tabled and will likely some have asked for, doesn’t go far be voted on at the Feb. 15 meeting. Brainard enough. Building height maximums could “That’s less than two car lengths,” he said. increase from 60 feet, or four stories, to 75 feet, “Get out with a tape measure. I did.” or six stories. New structures adjacent to sinBrainard said he prefers buildings come up gle-story homes would be limited to 35 feet in to the street for a consistent look. He said he height. Some are advocating for a 35-foot buffer doesn’t support mandatory buffers. between these two as well, but Carmel Mayor DENSITY Jim Brainard is “adamantly opposed” to that. Much of this project’s goal is to allow the City That’s just one step in the process. Once the of Carmel to pursue its plan for greater density zoning rules are changed, then an area would in the Old Town and Midtown areas. Brainard have to be rezoned. The Carmel Plan Commishas repeatedly emphasized the importance sion is considering rezoning 68 properties in of getting as much property tax per square Midtown and 12 properties in Old Town, all of foot in Carmel as possible, and taller buildings which are near or not far from the Monon Trail help meet that goal. He said he doesn’t want in Carmel’s historic downtown. 20-story skyscrapers, but a few buildings up to Here are some of the concerns that people six stories aren’t a problem for him. have voiced: By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com
Christine Altman, a Hamilton Co. Commissioner and owner of the historic building that houses Woody’s Library Restaurant, said she likes the idea of density, but that concerns about parking and traffic jams need to be addressed. “Unless the city is going to make a commitment to support mass transit or public transportation … this is not going to be a successful redevelopment project,” she said. Brainard said he is committed to mass transit, and he thinks Altman herself has done a great job working on the issue. GIVING CONTROL TO THE CRC Altman also talked about how this proposed zoning change would mean that the Carmel Redevelopment Commission instead of the Carmel Plan Commission would handle architectural review. She said she has the utmost respect for CRC Director Corrie Meyer but knows someone else could take her place down the road that wouldn’t be ideal. “This abdication of what you’re appointed to do is what concerns me in the future,” she told the plan commission on Jan. 19. Brainard said the CRC is just as transparent as the plan commission because meetings are public and elected officials appoint board members. He noted Meyer doesn’t vote on CRC matters but only serves in the executive role. To read an extended version of this story visit currentincarmel.com/?p=34284.
School board approves $1,500 bus driver signing bonus By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com
bus drivers up to an acceptable level,” said Roger McMichael, CCS associate superintendent for business affairs. To receive the signing bonus, the driver must Carmel Clay Schools – like many districts in complete a regular route for three the area – is facing a bus driver shortmonths, still be employed as a bus age, and they’re hoping a $1,500 signing driver on Sept. 15 and receive a satisbonus will transportation help attract factory evaluation. The signing bonus budget is capped at $22,500, which recruits. covers 15 new drivers, the number of The CCS school board approved the drivers the district would like to hire to bonus and bumped up the attendance have optimal staffing. The district has incentive for current bus drivers at its McMichael 169 routes and 163 bus drivers, with five Feb. 8 meeting. on long-term leave. “We would hope with both of these factors In January, nearly 300 students were late for that we would be able to get our staffing for
school one day because a driver wasn’t available to pick them up. At times four of the district’s five mechanics have picked up bus routes, as well as additional office staff members, but it still wasn’t always enough to cover all of the routes. Bus mechanics had been paid $19,373 in overtime this school year as of Feb. 8. Through May 25, current bus drivers will receive an attendance incentive of $225 for missing only one day and $450 for zero absences. Beginning in July, they will receive $150 for one absence per semester and $300 for zero absences. The previous rate was $75 for one absence and $150 for none.
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Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard accepts a gift from Preterit Sinajy, mayor of Berat, Albania, during a visit of Albanian mayors to Indiana. Brainard hosted the guests at Carmel City Hall and answered questions about city redevelopment efforts. (Photo by Adam Aasen)
Albanian mayors visit Carmel By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard met with five mayors from Albania who were visiting the United States as guests of city news the U.S. State Dept. from Feb. 3 to 6. The mayors also visited Fishers and Indianapolis as they explored municipal governance in the U.S., with guidance from The International Center. Guests included: Voltana Edemi, mayor of Shkodra; Sotiraq Filo, mayor of Korca; Dritan Leli, mayor of Vlora; Petirit Sinajy, mayor of Berat; and Armando Subashi, mayor of Fier.
Translators assisted some mayors as they asked Brainard questions about infrastructure, economic development and zoning. The Albanian mayors were interested to hear that Brainard usually only has to get city council and plan commission approval to rezone a property. In Albania, the prime minister approves all local zoning matters. Brainard spoke on city redevelopment efforts, such as using private-public partnerships and tax increment financing to construct The Palladium. He talked about improving traffic flow with roundabouts and creating a dense urban core instead of sprawling out.
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politics,” he said. “I would never be so foolish to say, ‘I would never,’ but I’ll look to see what Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard is just beginning opportunities present themselves, and maybe it’s none. I don’t believe in career politicians his sixth, four-year term in office. This has led who spend their lives running for ofsome to ask if he has politics any political aspirafice. Public service is a calling, not a career.” tions beyond 2020. Sharp said looking back on his So is this his last term as mayor? campaign for mayor, he believes he “You know, I’m not even thinking focused too much on detailed policy about it,” Brainard told Current in measures instead of a simpler camCarmel. “I’m thinking about this term. paign slogan. I’m going to focus on it and work hard Brainard “The problem was that it wasn’t and make that decision several years sexy. It was too ‘inside baseball’,” he said. from now.” Some names have been mentioned as posRick Sharp, former president of the Carsible candidates for mayor in four years. City mel City Council who ran against Brainard councilors Kevin “Woody” Rider, Sue Finkam for mayor in 2015, said he thinks it might be and Jeff Worrell have been suggested, but the Brainard’s last term and that could be why the mayor has been so eager to pass so many elected officials said they would rather talk about their business right now than an elecnew projects. tion in four years. He said the speculation has been fueled by If incumbent city councilors decide to run the mayor’s frequent trips out of the country for mayor, it could mean several seats open to speak about climate change with the U.S. for council elections. A candidate can’t run State Dept. Speakers Bureau. for council and mayor at the same time, plus Sharp said he wouldn’t commit to a run for there will be two additional seats for city mayor in four years, but he wouldn’t rule it council added because of Carmel’s move to out. “I have no plans at the moment for any other second-class city status in 2020. public office, but I will remain active in local
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Warm winter saves city money By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com Although the season isn’t over yet, the City of Carmel may see a savings from a warmer winter this year. streets Dave Huffman, director of the city’s street department, said winter isn’t really over until March 31, but he did provide numbers that show 20152016 is not as bad as previous years when it comes to potholes reported and salt used to melt snow. From Dec. 1, 2015, to Jan. 28, 2016, there were 1,900 tons of salt used in Carmel, compared to 6,032 for the entire winter in 20142015 and 9,000 tons for 2013-2014. For potholes, there have been 18 reported from Dec. 1, 2015, to Jan. 28, 2016, compared to 31 in the same time frame last year. The average cost to repair a pothole is approximately $40, which includes labor and materials. On average, the City of Carmel spends $233,143 on overtime and between $393,000 and $611,000 on salt each year. Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard was hesitant to comment much on the warm winter, out of fear of jinxing the city or counting his eggs before they hatch. “I’ll wait until the end of March, and then I’ll
see where we are at,” he said. In late June, Brainard said he was hoping to borrow $1.5 million out of the city’s rainy day reserve fund in order to “not get too far behind” on road repaving work. He delayed that idea because the council at the time did not appear to open to the idea. Brainard said he believes he has the votes now but is waiting until the end of winter before addressing any road repaving needs.
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Student jazzed about All-State By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com For Carmel Middle School eighth-grader Oscar Cronin, performing with the Junior AllState Band meant sharing his music love of jazz with a whole new group of students. “I had a lot of fun. I didn’t know anyone there, so I met a lot of new kids,” said Cronin, who plays trombone. “It was fun to perform at such a nice place. It was just a great experience.” The group got together and rehearsed for 11 hours before its performance at the Embassy Theatre in Fort Wayne at the Indiana Music Educators Association Convention Jan. 15. “Since the stakes were so high, I felt like it helped me improve,” Cronin said. Cronin has been playing trombone for three years. “I like how it’s different from other instruments,” he said. “All the other instruments have their keys and buttons while we have our slides.” Cronin was joined on the Junior All-State Jazz Band by Clay Middle School student Luke Belcher (drums). Carmel High School freshman Charlie Harriman (guitar) participated on the All-State
From left, CMS student Oscar Cronin, CMS band director Chris Drabyn and Junior All-State Jazz Ensemble director Jim Decaro. (Submitted photo)
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From left, Dan Mixan of Market District, student Ethan Campbell and teacher Chad Inman at the Teacher of the Month luncheon. (Photo by Anna Skinner)
Inman named Teacher of the Month news@currentincarmel.com The January Market District Teacher of the Month winner is Chad Inman, a sixth-grade teacher at Midwest Academy. Student Ethan Campbell nominated him. As a reward, Ethan won a pizza party for his class, and Inman won a $50 gift card to Market District, Teacher of the Month sponsor. Here is Ethan’s winning essay: I nominate Mr. Inman because I feel he is a great teacher. He makes boring or hard
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Showcase returns Feb. 24 By Amanda Foust • news@currentincarmel.com
CCS music departments to enhance curriculum and pay for supplies. The showcase will also be televised on Carmel Clay Schools has no shortage of talented student performers, and elementary and Bright House Networks Channel 99 (CHTV) during the annual CEF Telethon on March middle school students event will get a chance to shine 8, 9 and 10. “Carmel High School students from in the spotlight during CHTV and technical theater gain exthe 30th annual Musical Showcase. perience by filming, editing and being “Organizing this performance is a a part of stage crew during this evegift we like to give back to the comning,” Green said. munity each year,” said Stephanie CEF serves all CCS schools by supMcDonald, co-executive director of the McDonald porting learning and offering teacher Carmel Education Foundation. grants. It also works to build funding partnerThe goal of the event is to positively impact ships for the district. This year it hopes to the community by showing the benefits of raise $50,000 through fundraising events in music programs within schools. The showhonor of the foundation’s 50th anniversary. case this year will take place from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Feb. 24 at Carmel High School, and CEF is seeking community sponsors to make this musical showcase event possible. When: 4:30 to 9 p.m. Feb. 24 “It is important to take the opportunity at Where: Carmel High School, 520 E. Main St. events like this to build and cultivate corCost: Free, but donations are appreciated and porate and/or private partnerships that will sponsorships are available serve our mission,” CEF Board President Dana Info: Contact Barbara Danquist (bdanGreen said. quis1@ccs.k12.in.us) or Stephanie McDonald The event is free, but donations will be ac(smcdonal1@ccs.k12.in.us) for sponsorship cepted. Green said funds raised will support information.
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By Amanda Foust • news@currentincarmel.com Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation officials and consultants are developing a new master plan for West Park, the city’s only public park west of U.S. 31, and they are asking for feedback from resievent dents and stakeholders to make sure they get it right. “This has been something we have been hopeful to do for a couple years,” CCPR Chief Operating Officer Michael Klitzing said. Development of the original 75 acres of West Park followed a master plan, developed in 1999. Additional land was added in 2003 and 2005, bringing the park to 120 acres with 45 acres undeveloped. “As a designer, I am thrilled at the opportunity to add 45 acres to the park and knit it together as one cohesive and compelling vision,” said Gregg Calpino, a project manager from Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. Tom Poulos from Williams Architects and Leon Younger from PROS CONSULTING, INC join him on the consulting team. The first meeting was held Jan. 26. Topics discussed included the different types of play and what amenities pertain to trends in child development. Public feedback indicated an interest in traditional and natural playground features. Additional meetings are scheduled from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the third floor of the Meeting House, 2000 N. New Market St. During the meeting Feb. 23, the team will look at the ecology in the park, such as the wildlife habitat, constructed prairies and wooded areas. “Our focus is to protect the natural areas we have out there instead of disturbing them,” Klitzing said. The final meeting on March 22 will involve a discussion of programming and facilities that could be used year round. The park is required to make 80 percent of the money it is budgeted each year, and pro-
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By Amanda Foust • news@currentincarmel.com The Bible is one of the oldest and most popular books in history, and Wycliffe Bible Translators has faith been working for nearly 75 years to translate it into different languages to make it accessible to all. Wycliffe Chief Innovation and Information Officer Hennum Doug Hennum will share how technology is helping the nonprofit fulfill its mission at a luncheon from noon to 1 p.m. March 10 at BitWise Solutions, 11495 N. Pennsylvania St. in Carmel. “We are hoping to introduce people to the work Wycliffe Bible Translators is doing throughout the world and how we are creatively using technology to accelerate the
translation of scripture,” said Chris Bell, a Wycliffe field representative. BitWise Solutions is a digital marketing and web solutions company that supports technological advancements like those used by Wycliffe. “The key is, if you’re going to study the Bible, you have to realize you are less likely to stick with it if it’s not written how you think or talk,” BitWise CEO and PresiBrumbarger dent Ron Brumbarger said of Wycliffe. “The purpose is to make the language fit the culture.” The luncheon is free, but registration is required at bibletranslation.eventbrite.com. “This (event) is for people who feel led to hop in and help Wycliffe fund Bible translations around the world,” Brumbarger said.
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Film on dementia, nursing homes shot in Carmel By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com “Sarge” is a film near to Benjamin Dewhurst’s heart. Dewhurst said the short film, movie produced by Carmel-based DWA Healthcare Communications Group, is not a true story but based on the experiences he had growing up with his grandfather in his nursing home. Dewhurst is the writer/director of the film, which was shot in CrownPointe of Carmel, an assisted living facility, earlier this month. Dewhurst said he’s been writing the screenplay for the past four or five years. It is based on the short story, “Lollygagger,” by Brian Lauziere, Dewhurst’s friend. “Sarge” is about an elderly World War II Amy veteran living with dementia. “I’ve taken the screenplay in a different direction based on my own beliefs,” Dewhurst said. “I grew up in a household that was very respectful to the nation’s veterans. So there is a portion of the story that has its heart in that. There is a portion for those who suffer with dementia and those that suffer from PTSD. Finally, it’s for anyone who has family who has ever been in a nursing home or assisted living facility. It’s very difficult to have family mem-
Director Benjamin Dewhurst, left, with Richard Henzel, who plays Sgt. Franklin Spencer, the lead character. (Submitted photos)
bers there, and I know that first hand.” Dewhurst, a former Carmel resident now based in St. Louis, is a senior producer with Avant Healthcare, a DWA HCG company. DWA HCG provided initial seed funding of $25,000 for the film and helped raise additional support from a crowd-funding effort on indiegogo.com launched on Veterans Day 2015. Some Indianapolis businesses, including Scofield Editorial, Talent Fusion and Renegade Stories, provided support. “This is the biggest narrative film we’ve ever made,” Dewhurst said. The film is in post-production through April,
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Five couples in the same Carmel neighborhood celebrated 50 years of marriage in 2015. They are, back row from left, Lynn Croxton, John Strano, Bob Dyer, Denny Glander, Jim Ditto, and front row from left, Charlean Croxton, Dottie Strano, Joanne Dyer, Barbara Glander and Jan Ditto. (Submitted photo)
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As Valentine’s Day approaches, love is in the air. For five couples in the same Augusta subdivision of the Valentine’s Day Plum Creek neighborhood in Carmel, love has been in the air for 50-plus years. All five celebrated their 50th anniversary in 2015. “We know we are all blessed to be a part of the 50-year club,” Charlean Croxton said. “We are becoming a rare phenomena. We have known each other ranging from three to 14 years depending on when one moved into the neighborhood. There is a common bond of respect, friendship and camaraderie.” Joanne Dyer agreed it is an accomplishment. “Celebration of 50 years of marriage is a joy and a privilege,” Joanne said. “Bob and I are sharing a life of love and friendship. Collectively, (we) celebrated 250 years of marriage. We celebrated individually during the year, and all of us celebrated together with a dinner in October.” Dottie Strano said the couples all met and
became friends through the neighborhood. “Since we all are friends, we knew we were all celebrating our 50th anniversary, so we decided let’s all get together,” Dottie said. “So Joanne and my husband, John Strano, cooked the Italian meal for us.” “Not only did we have a delicious Italian dinner, but a lot of laughs were shared,” Charlean said. Besides the coincidence that all the friends from one neighborhood were married in the same year, Joanne pointed out she and Bob were married on the same day as Barb and Denny Glander.
anniversary dates • June 13, 1965: Lynn and Charlean Croxton. From: Lynn, Indiana, and Charlean, South Dakota. • Aug. 14, 1965: Jim and Jan Dittoe. From: Ohio. • Aug. 28, 1965: Bob and Joanne Dyer. From: Brooklyn, N.Y. • Aug. 28, 1965: Denny and Barbara Glander. From: Chicago. • Oct. 9, 1965: John and Dottie Strano. From: Connecticut
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Student pages – State Rep. Jerry Torr (R-Carmel) recently welcomed the following student pages to the Statehouse: Conner Simmons, Emma Tragesser, Luke Tragesser, Grace Hansen, Lindeni Moyo, William Frazier. The students toured government offices, helped staff with daily duties and joined Torr on the House floor as he conducted the people’s business.
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Carmel High School seniors of the 1950s and ’60s painted highlights of their high school years on yellow corduroy pants and skirts. (Photo courtesy of Carmel High School)
Cords served as rite of passage By Terri Horvath • news@currentincarmel.com In the 1950s and ’60s, a popular fad among the Carmel High School seniors was the wearing of yellow corduback in the day roy pants or skirts, commonly referred to as senior cords. Each senior cord served as a canvas painted with the emblems signifying the wearer’s highlights of high school years. The same was true for seniors throughout the Midwest. The guys wore the pants, and the girls donned the skirts. The unveiling of cords varied but usually occurred on the first day of cool weather. The anticipation was like a coming-of-age rite. Beginning with freshman year, many students examined the possibilities that could
be painted on the corduroy canvas. Glee club members, football players, straight-A students – every cliché had its share of those in painted corduroy tattoos. The tradition of the senior cord in Indiana began at least as early as 1904. During this year, Purdue University records show its seniors adopting the practice, which lasted for more than 60 years. The archives indicate the original fashion statement was without the painted symbolism. The drawings and lettering eventually evolved. The tradition was also passed down to high school seniors. Sometime in the late 1960s or early ’70s, however, the fad outgrew its popularity. The reason is unclear, but speculation centers on the re-examination of traditions, a practice that symbolized the ’70s.
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(Above) Carmel resident Sean Kim, second from right, a sophomore at Culver Military Academy, performed Jan. 22 and 23 with the Black Horse Troop Lancer Platoon at the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo in Fort Worth, Texas. The 22-member unit includes students from seven states and four countries. Culver Military Academy had not performed at the show since 1998. (Left) Sean Kim and his mother, Bo Young Park, pause during the Fort Worth Stock Show and Rodeo. (Submitted photos)
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Carmel author publishes novel By Steven Aldrich • news@currentincarmel.com Carmel resident Topher Kearby had always dreamed about writing his own book, but like many people, he just never books seemed to find the time. Finally, the former Brownsburg Middle School English teacher decided it was time to make it happen. “If you want to write a book, start putting words on the paper,” Kearby said. Recently, Kearby released Kearby the second book in his young adult series, known as The Organics. “Earth” continues the story of heroes Taurin and Violet as they face a dark force more powerful than anything they could have imagined. The first book in the series, “Cinder,” follows Taurin and Violet on their adventures through a dystopian wasteland. In the series, certain characters known as Organics are born with special mutant abilities, and an organization known as The Watch Force has been hunting down these gifted individuals to rid the world of them once and for all. “The first book took me years to finish,” Kearby said. “The second took a couple months.” He said that the start of a series is the hardest part of writing. The immense universe and heroic main characters had already been
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obituaries M. Gail Jonson, 79, Carmel, died Feb. 1. She was born March 21, 1936, in Sylva, N.C., the daughter of Fred Webber and Madge (Wilson) Webber. She married Stanley Jonson May 21, 1955. She was a long-time and active member of East 91st Street Johnson Christian Church, where she organized and led women’s bible studies for 20 years. She was a founding member and leader of Creative Living Bible Study. She enjoyed playing golf, sewing, quilting and was an avid reader. She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Stanley Jonson; mother, Madge Webber; two children, Curtis (Vicki) Jonson and Kimberly (Jon) Sorrells; four grandchildren, Stephanie, Nicole, Ryan and Abi; and three great-grandchildren, Emmitt, Kevin and Liam; brother Fred (Charlotte) Webber; and extended family in Sylva, N.C. She was preceded in passing by her father, Fred Webber.
Martin E. Logan, 89, Carmel, died Jan. 28. He was born Feb. 8, 1926, in Indianapolis, the son of the late Thomas Sr. and Helen (McCann) Logan. He married Clara C. Stritt, and she preceded him in death March 7, 2007, after 55 years of marriage. Martin proudly served in the U.S. Army during World War II in both the European and Pacific theaters. He later re-enlisted to serve in the Korean War. He retired in 1998 from Olinger Logan Distributing Co. He was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church and was active in the American Legion, VFW, 86th Infantry Association and 424th Field Artillery, Korea. Martin was featured several years ago on the TV show “Mike Ahern, One on One.” He also enjoyed building intricate model ships from scratch. He is survived by his daughter, Karen (David) Wray; grandson, Robert E. Logan; sister, Helen Desautels; and a brother, Anthony Logan. He was preceded in death by a son, Marty Logan, and a grandson, Jesse Logan. Visitation was held from 4 to 8 p.m. Feb. 2 at Flanner and Buchanan, 325 E. Carmel Dr. Mass of Christian Burial was at 10:30 a.m. Feb. 3 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel, 14598 Oakridge Rd. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society. Online condolences may be shared by visiting www.flannerbuchanan.com.
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“The parents of Lauren Spierer filed a wrongful death civil lawsuit against the last Stephanie Cassman now understands what three known people to see her before she disappeared,� Cassman said. “We had succeeded it’s like to judged by a jury of her peers. at the trial court level of having it Cassman, an Achievement equity partner dismissed and judgment entered. It was too speculative to find civil liin Indianapolis ability because no one knows what law firm Lewis Wagner LLP, was rehappened to Lauren the night she cently named the 2015 Defense Lawdisappeared.� yer of the Year by the Defense Trial The case was appealed, and it Counsel of Indiana. went to a federal appeals court in The Carmel resident has been inCassman 2015. Cassman said her side prevailed. volved in the organization since she In the other federal court case, she led an started practicing law in 2000. all-female trial team. The plaintiff was seeking “To be recognized by people who do the exmore than $50 million from Cassman’s client act same thing as I do is the greatest honor,� in a discrimination case. She said the sevenCassman said. day case was a lengthy federal jury trial. The award is presented to a licensed law“At the conclusion of the trial, the jury found yer who has promoted the interests of the in favor of my client and awarded zero,� she Indiana Defense Bar in the most significant said. way in the fields of litigation, legislation, Cassman came to Lewis Wagner as a law publication or participation in local, state or clerk in her first year of IU law school in Indianational defense organizations. napolis 17 years ago. “She proved herself in 2015 to be a very “I wanted to learn from the best trial lawskilled trial attorney,� Lewis Wagner LLP colyers in the state, and that’s why I come to league Dina Cox said. “Lawyers are competiwork every day 17 years later for the same tive by nature, so to have your peers say you reason,� she said. are deserving of Defense Lawyer of the Year Her husband, Ryan, is a family law attorney award is quite a nice accomplishment.� for Coots, Henke & Wheeler, a Carmel-based Cassman focused her practice on employfirm. They have two children, Nick, 11, and Vicment and civil defense litigation. For the most toria, 13. part, she represents employers in the face of Cassman said her husband has supported lawsuits that are filed by employees. her so much in her career and did so again She had two significant cases in 2015, as last year during the time-consuming cases. one of her clients was one of the last known “I’d be remiss not to acknowledge that,� men to see Lauren Spierer, an Indiana UniverCassman said. sity student missing since June 2011. Charity League chapter forming – The National Charity League is an organization of mothers and daughters in grades 7-12 whose mission is to foster the mother-daughter relationship through community service, leadership development and cultural experiences. A new chapter is forming and membership opportunities are available for local residents. For more information, email membership.crossroadsncl@gmail.com.
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Carmel church plans move By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Fifteen years ago, Central Christian Church purchased some land in Westfield with plans to migrate in that direcrelocation tion as development increased to the north and west of the current location, 1242 W. 136th St., Carmel. The congregation almost moved in 2008, but because of the economy, the church decided the time wasn’t right. Traders Point Christian Church is expected to move its Carmel satellite campus into the building. Now, the plans are becoming reality as the church hopes to break ground late 2016. A concert will be held at East Street Studios, 18880 East St., in Westfield, to celebrate the progress the church has made. “I’m using where we’ve gotten to with the church as a celebration, and the move is actually something that’s been growing in me,” said Lisa Gibson, member of Central Christian Church and organizer of the concert. “With Pastor Graham’s help and other people here within the church, it’s a ministry I’ve had a dream for.” The concert will include contemporary Christian artists Josh Wilson, Jason Gray and JJ Heller.
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Graham Richards and Lisa Gibson are planning a concert in celebration of the Central Christian Church move. (Photo by Anna Skinner)
The timeline for the new church includes constructing the building on the 82 acres of land the church purchased and then proceeding to sell approximately 60 of those acres. “There are lots of reasons it’s been a longstanding plan for this congregation,” Senior Minister Graham Richards said. “As the towns have been growing out that way, that’s where God wants us to be, lots of new subdivisions and people moving in the area, and it seems unrepresented for churches.” The concert will be 6 p.m. March 3. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at ccccarmel. org.
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City officials are trying to provide an easy answer to the question: “What is there to do in Carmel?” technology The City of Carmel has developed a new smartphone app in conjunction with Bluebridge, a Fishers-based company. The app, called “Carmel IN Community Guide” uses GPS technology to guide users to nearby attractions, such as the closest hotels, golf courses, theaters, art galleries, outdoor attractions and merchants. “We hope residents and visitors alike will enjoy this app designed to help you find a variety of events and activities conveniently and quickly with just a few taps on your smartphone or tablet,” said Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard. Local business and arts organizations are encouraged to contact the City of Carmel at mlentz@carmel.in.gov to add events/businesses.
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Carmel hotel general manager becomes citizen after nearly two decades in U.S. By Ann Marie Shambaugh • AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com He was born in Zimbabwe to Irish parents and grew up in England, but Paul O’Connor knew from a young age that someday he’d end up calling the United States cover story home. That dream officially came true for O’Connor Feb. 4 when he became an American citizen at the U.S. courthouse in downtown Indianapolis. The general manager at the Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel in Carmel, O’Connor joined more than 70 other people in taking the naturalization oath. “It feels fantastic to be an American citizen,” O’Connor said. “I have spent about half of my life in this country. My wife and two children were all born and raised in America. I have been promising to do this for well over a decade now. I am glad that I finally made the transition.” After the ceremony, O’Connor, his family and some friends celebrated in the most American way they could imagine: lunch at Bub’s Burgers complete with a cheeseburger, fries and a Coke.
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O’Connor, 52, first visited the U.S. in 1988 when he worked as a camp counselor in Pennsylvania. His brother and sister had previously been to the U.S. through the same program, and O’Connor was eager for his turn to travel abroad. After teaching soccer at the camp for eight weeks, O’Connor bought a Greyhound bus ticket and spent the next two months touring the nation. He visited many of the American counselors he had met at the camp, sleeping overnight on the bus as it traveled across state lines. He ended up visiting 23 states before returning to the University of Surrey in the U.K. to finish a degree in hotel management. After graduating from college, Hyatt International hired him to work at a hotel in San Francisco, the city where he met his wife, Jennifer. Next, his career took him to hotels in Buenos Aires, Guam, Saipan and Kuala Lumpur. When the couple became pregnant with their first child, they decided to move back to the U.S. O’Connor began working for Winegardner & Hammons Inc., which manages a variety of well-known hotels, first in Lansing, Mich., and later in southeast Ohio. In 2008, he helped open the Renaissance Indianapolis North, and he has called Carmel home ever since. “I know the Midwestern belt, and it’s been very, very kind to my wife and my children and myself,” O’Connor said. “To end up in Carmel is almost like a mecca. What a fabulous city to live in.”
From left, Danny, Jennifer, Paul and Molly O’Connor after Paul officially became a U.S. citizen on Feb. 4. (Photo by Theresa Skutt)
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Back in the U.S. for nearly two decades, O’Connor decided in 2015 it was time to take the next step and become a citizen. “One of the things that made me really want to drive this forward is I’ve got two teenage kids, my wife is American, we’ve been married 22 years, and it’s really about time that I’ve acknowledged that this is where I live, this is where my kids are from, this is where my family is,” O’Connor said. It took approximately six months to go through the process, O’Connor said, which was much faster than he expected. He believes some of his Irish friends may follow in his footsteps now that he’s done it. O’Connor said his wife and kids have been extremely supportive of his decision, as well as his extended family. His parents and sister still live in Liverpool, and his brothers are in San Francisco and Hong Kong.
With an international family and work and travel experience across the globe, O’Connor has enjoyed learning from and living in vastly different countries. He enjoyed the culture while working in Argentina and said living in Saipan was “spectacular.” But after decades of world travel, there are two places that remain especially dear to his heart. “I loved being from Liverpool,” he said, “but right now I love even more being from America.”
MEET PAUL O’CONNOR Family: Wife, Jennifer, daughter, Molly, 17, and son, Danny, 16 Favorite local restaurant: Kona Grill Favorite vacation spot: Any sunny beach Type of car you drive: Volkswagen Passat Favorite movie: The Cannonball Run Favorite book: “The Perfectionist: Life and Death in Haute Cuisine” Favorite pastime: Watching Molly and Danny on stage in show choir performances Favorite thing about living in Carmel: “It has absolutely everything we need.”
Paul O’Connor joins other staff members from the Hyatt Regency in Guam at a pre-opening event. (Submitted photo)
Life motto: “‘Give the people what they want.’ This was the motto of the legendary Liverpool FC Coach Bill Shankly.”
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New research: Good for you You might have noticed advertising in these pages calling your attention to Current Publishing’s latest round of marketplace research. Our data-collection company, SMARI, Inc., has launched its information-collection initiative. We respectfully ask you to participate – it takes seven to 10 minutes – so that we may gain an understanding of whether reader interests have changed since we last commissioned such a study. That was three years ago, and those 36 months comprise the shelf life of research. You’ve read this before, but this is your newspaper. We aim to provide you the news and information that will most benefit you as a resident of our community. The most accurate and unbiased way for us to do it is to continually update our data, hence the SMARI project. At Current, news is what our readers say it is. We’re eager to find out what the market wants, and, rest assured, we will deliver on those wishes. ••• While chuckling over the New Hampshire backslide suffered by Sen. Marco Rubio (RFla.) - which means, thankfully, the Republican Party’s “establishment candidate” has a fullfledged uphill battle on his hands - it occurred to us that the Democratic Party learned that its voters, at least, prefer truth. Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-N.Y.) was dominated by Sen. Bernie Sanders (D-Vt.) in the Granite State. It blew our minds that trustworthiness and truthfulness suddenly matter to the Democratic masses. We’re not Sanders supporters, but we do want to see, more than anything else, Clinton made a non-factor in the political arena forevermore. Brian Kelly, publisher, and Steve Greenberg, general manager, are co-owners of Current Publishing, LLC. Write them at info@ youarecurrent.com.
BEL I EVE I T ! Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In Scituate, Rhode Island, It is illegal to drive down any street with beer in your car, even if it is unopened. Source: dumblaws.com
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Ruined by success Commentary by Terry Anker Success hasn’t ruined us yet – at least that is what we hope. We move forward in life ever concerned of failure. Some of us even become so thin-skinned as to achieve hyper-sensitivity to perceived criticism of our own short-comings. Indeed, it is the rare human who dispassionately reviews one’s own accomplishments. Did we “earn” this accolade? Did “we” make it happen? Most human achievement comes from collaboration. Sure, a good leader independently can move the ball significantly. And, one might argue, the team cannot win without a stellar quarterback. But how do we account for the personal contribution that we’ve made without assuming that our participation was seminal? How do we avoid the overconfidence that is often fostered, some might argue fomented, by triumph? The pages of this newspaper, like the homes and businesses in this community, are filled with good people who are striving to improve their lives and the lives for whom they care. We aggressively pursue
education. We work hard. We think, read, and talk at rates unrivaled in our state and on par with some of the best on the national and international stages. Confidence is required to fuel this endeavoring. Scientific studies prove people seldom pursue objectives they believe beyond their capacity. So how do we manage to remain sufficiently self-assured to push our limits without becoming so arrogant as to tempt spectacular failure? Certainly, we must remain vigilant of ourselves. Ask hard questions, and don’t take a pass for bad behavior. Too, isn’t subjecting one’s self to a higher authority a guard against conceit? Religious faith, a mentor of consequence, an old and trusted friend – each can urge us to challenge our own suppositions. If success is as dangerous as failure, shouldn’t we be as suspicious of it? Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at terry@youarecurrent.com.
Q U O T E O F T HE WEEK The most incomprehensible thing about the world is that it is at all comprehensible. – Albert Einstein
At this point in my parenting career, I’ve cheered for a kid in just about every type of sport. And though humor I’ve never had to endure a 15-inning baseball game or clavicle-breaking hockey match, when you consider my almost-professional grade status as a dance mom, you can easily label me as a seasoned sideliner. I know exactly the right protocol for field seating, how to subversively seek out like-minded parents, and when to show up with a Diet Coke versus an MRE. But yesterday was a new experience for me, as I attended my first ever Color Guard competition. (And let’s be clear – Color Guard is absolutely an athletic team. Any activity where a child can be concussed by a flying wooden rifle if the thrower lacks arm strength, hand-eye coordination and endurance is a sport in my book. ‘Nough said.) The first thing I appreciated was that I didn’t have to drive my daughter; she rode the team bus. All I had to do was show up, pay the $6 admission fee and locate the gigantic-cupcake-offering concession stand. So far, so good. But then an elderly woman refused to let me enter the gym. “A school is performing, ma’am. You have to wait until they’re finished.” What? I’d cut my time short thinking they’d run behind, but this was Color Guard. Military precision was kinda their thing. As I stood cursing my poor judgement and contemplating the overpowering of one blue hair, she finally opened the door. Another group was folding their tarp and I could see my daughter’s team approach the floor. I quickly found a seat and surveyed my surroundings. Maybe a hundred parents, but not a sign, pom or bedazzled tee in sight. Note to self: Leave air-horn in purse; not that kind of crowd. The announcer introduced their number; they danced, tossed and spun for about five minutes; and then it was over. I left. I literally got in, got out, and no one got hurt. How do I feel about indoor, on-time, fast Color Guard competitions? Flags down, they’re my new favorite! Peace out.
Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@currentincarmel.com.
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It’s a brew ha ha Commentary by Dick Wolfsie I like to read newspaper articles containing the words “exercise” or “workout” in the headline, hoping research will humor prove the whole thing is actually bad for you. In the early 1900s, scientists divided people into two groups to compare their relative health. Half exercised daily or had jobs that required physical exertion. All those people are dead now. So, there you go. A new study claims beer drinkers exercise on a more regular basis, but scientists caution people not to misunderstand these findings. A jogger might assume that a positive correlation between exercising and drinking serves as an excuse to overindulge. This could result in a serious running problem. The volunteers installed an app on their smart phones to document when they imbibed and when they exercised. This generated false data because, after a few drinks, a lot of the subjects clicked on the wrong icon and ended up playing a really lousy round of Angry Birds. Also, people drank more than usual on the day they went to the gym … which may explain why I can’t remember the last time I exercised.
I’d suggest careful attention to your choice of libation during your workout routine. If you are jumping rope, opt for a nice, hoppy ale. An ice-cold draft seems appropriate while running a winter marathon. If you are trying to add some bulk to your frame, then enjoy a hearty stout. Attempting to break a world record for push-ups? A Guinness, of course. Okay, that was way too many examples. In more news, a pub owner in Wisconsin sponsors a weekly meet-up called Butts and Beers. Following aerobic activities, he provides a wide selection of local brews. The annual shindig is a 5K run, but it’s only a hundred-yard dash. (The K stands for Keg.) Finally, there’s a new sports drink called Lean Machine. It’s basically beer with less alcohol. A growing number of fitness buffs are drinking this stuff just to be hip. Who can resist beer pressure? (To see the full version, go to www.currentincarmel.com)
Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist and speaker. Contact him at wolfsie@aol.com.
READERS ’ V I EWS Conventions can help limit government power Editor, Almost everyone knows Washington, D.C., is on a dangerous course. The $19 trillion national debt is one example of its abuse of power. But few Americans know the people possess the power to make changes to the federal structure when Washington starts to abuse its authority. Article V of the Constitution authorizes the people—through their state legislatures—to call a convention for the purpose of proposing amendments to the Constitution. Just like Congress can propose amendments at any time, a Convention to propose amendments would be able to discuss, draft, and vote upon amendment proposals that limit the federal government’s power. The Indiana Senate recently passed SJR14 to do just that, propose amendments to limit
the federal government and it now heads to the Indiana House. Some folks believe this could be a vehicle to rewrite the Constitution. However, this belief is based on fear rather than fact. First, a Convention can only propose amendments. By itself, it cannot change one word of the Constitution (much less rewrite it). Second, these amendment proposals must be ratified by 38 states. The framers of our nation understood human nature. They left us this emergency cord in Article V. It is our duty to use it. Read the full letter at currentincarmel.com Diane Gomez, Carmel, Indiana State Director, Convention of States
Lights needed in Monon tunnel north of 136th Street Editor, The bets are on that the second coming will occur before the Monon tunnel north of 136th Street is lit. It is now going on at least three years that the tunnel has remained dark.
Calls to the Monon Center along with calls to the mayor’s office have produced no results. Please, people, if for no other reason than safety’s sake, let’s get those lights activated! Jan Carcerino, Carmel
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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.
“Where’s Amy?” was rocking and rolling out to the tunes from “Grease” at Bella Vita Lakeside’s new bar, “The Waterline,” in Geist. Daryl Randall surprised his wife Alyona Yakovleva-Randall (Indiana Ballet Conservatory founding artistic director) with a 40th birthday bash with more than 150 friends and family. Guests included Richard and Donna Deer, Alpha Blackburn and Vern Fleming of the Pacers. Friends dressed the part wearing black leather and pink satin jackets to celebrate Alyona’s favorite movie of all time, “Grease.” Bella Vita Lakeside General Manger Corey Bensley and Operations Manager Jimmy Burgess made sure everyone felt like they were at home and served specialty drinks and delicious food off their new menu. Yep, it’s safe to say the night was filled with chills that were multiplying, and the power was electrifying! Happy Birthday to “Where’s Amy?” pink lady pal Alyona, and fire up for many more parties and events to come. “Where’s Amy?” can’t wait to see you there!
Tom and Pam Faludy.
From left, Jan Harbin, Krassi Ibrahim, Alyona Randall, Alpha Blackburn, Melissa King and Kaitlyn Renaldo
From left, Tony Bennett, Daryl Randall, Michael Bocchino and Steven Dickerson
‘Where’s Amy?’ hits a big Bella Vita birthday party Hollywood came to Bella Vita Lakeside at Geist. Daryl and Alyona Randall entertained more than 150 family and friends for Alyona’s 40th “Grease”- themed birthday bash. Daryl and Birthday Girl dressed the part in their official “Grease” leather and Pink Ladies jackets. (Photos by Amy Pauszek for Current Publishing LLC. Copyright 2016. All Rights Reserved.)
Winners of Current’s Valentine’s Day essay contest To read the winning essays about the most romantic proposals, visit http://youarecurrent.com/?p=232. The contest was sponsored by Moyer Fine Jewelers, Prime 47 and Kroger.
FIRST PLACE – Gail Blackburn, Dan Moyer of Moyer Fine Jewelers and Jay Blackburn. Gail, of Carmel, won a pair of David Yurman Hoop Earrings.
FIRST RUNNER-UP – From left, Armando and Lindsey Campuzano and Jeremiah Hamman, director of Prime 47. The couple, of Noblesville, received a gift card for dinner.
SECOND RUNNER-UP – John and Mary Pierce, of Noblesville. They won a Kroger gift card. (Photos by Marka Sonoga)
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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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Visit www.langtonsirishpub.com for a schedule of events for St. Paddy’s Week fun. 317.810.1352 | 710 S. Rangeline Rd. Carmel, IN 46032 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. Celebrations of Creativity and Craftsmanship: Charlene Brown • Celebrate art in the community and support the work of Charlene Brown. She is especially talented in painting portraits, creating both vividly realistic images and artistically unique works. • Feb. 17 at noon • Free, donations accepted • Museum of Miniature Houses & Other Collections: 111 E. Main St., Carmel • 575-0240 • www.museumofminiatures.org
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“Grease” Movie Sing Along • This special sing-a-long event is a screening of the 1977 film “Grease,” with lyrics on the screen. You can be the vocal star of the show! Join in all the fun and get prom pictures taken, enjoy pre-show refreshments, hand-jive lessons, costume contest, free Magic Moments Fun Packs and the premiere of the show. This is the ultimate “Grease” fan’s dream come true! • Feb. 18-19 at 7 p.m. and Feb. 20 at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. • Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre: 3 Center Green #200, Carmel • Adults $20, students $15 • 843-3800 • www.thecenterpresents.org
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The Belfry Theatre presents: Red Velvet Cake War • Directed by Connie Murello-Todd, in the “Red Velvet
“I am 70 years old. I have been taking medication for blood pressure and cholesterol. Needless to say, I was worried if I could start an exercise program safely. John Karesh made it a nice, gradual transition and I am surprised what I can do now. I feel better now than when I was in my 50s.” -Janice H.
Cake War,” you’ll meet the Verdeen cousins from Sweetgum, Texas. As the eccentric family gathers on hottest day of July in the middle of Texas tornado season for a day of adventure and humor, you’ll wish your family reunions were this much fun! • Weekends in Feb. 19-20 and 26-27 at varying times • Adults are $15, Kids ages 12 and under are $12 • The Belfry Theatre: 10690 Greenfield Ave., Noblesville • 773-1304 • www.thebelfrytheatre.com Carmel winter farmers market • Missing the Farmers Market this winter season? Check out the Carmel Winter Indoor Farmers Market, featuring locally grown and produced foods such as winter vegetables, meats, eggs, maple syrup, honey, baked goods and cheeses. The market offers a chance for consumers to purchase local produce at reasonable prices. • Feb. 20 from 9 a.m. to noon. Recurs each Saturday. • Founders Park All-Purpose building: 11675 Hazel Pkwy, Carmel • 710-0162 • www.carmelfarmersmarket.com
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The Hobbs Sisters • Stonegate Elementary invites the public to a special evening celebrating unique human differences and kindness. Community members will share personal, touching stories, followed by a concert by the Hobbs Sisters. The girls are country music artists born in Indiana and are coming home to give back to the community. Proceeds from the concert benefit HELD, a nonprofit that helps financially support families with special needs children. Before the night ends, don’t miss a special surprise from two Zionsville Community School administrators! • Feb. 20 at
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6:30 p.m. • Zionsville High School Performing Arts Center: 1000 Mulberry St., Zionsville • 873-8050 Celtic Nights • A cast of six of Ireland’s most talented international dancers and musicians will leave Carmel ringing with the sounds of both traditional and contemporary Celtic music! Their show, “Spirit of Freedom,” tells the story of Irish independence through music, song, dance and storytelling. Celtic Nights honors the struggle of a people fighting to gain their freedom and to achieve true democracy. Feel free to come early and enjoy an Irish Music Session in the east lobby, hosted by popular local musicians. • Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. • The Center for the Performing Arts at the Tarkington: 3 Center Green, Carmel • $15-$55 • 843-3800 • www.thecenterpresents.org A Living History Trade Fair And Annual Antique Arms Show • Come see the 33rd annual show, set between 1700-1899 and featuring antique items including tables of arms, black powder supplies, blacksmith equipment, swords, knives, period clothing, pottery, and Americana collectibles. Re-enactors will be present. Other features of the event are door prizes, food availability, and free parking. Wear your fancy duds if you’d like! • Feb. 20-21 • Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds: 2003 E. Pleasant St., Noblesville • 513-2399 Images of Japan • Japan: The Land of The Rising Sun. Become immersed in its beauty, culture, and people which have inspired a number of composers to create some of their best works.
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The Indiana Wind Symphony brings to life some of these songs on the stage with the compositions of Holst, Gilbert, Sullivan and others. Conducted by Charles Conrad. • Feb. 21 at 2 p.m. • The Center for the Performing Arts at the Tarkington: 3 Center Green, Carmel • $5-$40 • 843-3800 • www. thecenterpresents.org Drawing class • Learn to improve your artistic skills in this art class for all skill levels. Nickel Plate Studio Artists Bruce Neckar and John Reynolds will provide subject matter and provide tips. Nickel Plate Arts will be responsible for providing graphite sticks, newsprint and drawing boards, although participants may bring their own materials. Must be 15 or older. • Feb. 22-Mar. 7, recurring each Monday from 7-9 p.m. • Nickel Plate Arts Campus: 107 S. Eighth St., Noblesville • $100/10 weeks • 452-3690 • www.mkt.com/ nickel-plate-arts/drawing-class-session
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The Cat in the Hat • The Civic Theatre brings Dr. Seuss’s beloved classic, “The Cat in the Hat,” to life on the stage. Get the family together and relive the rhythmical magic of Dr. Seuss. This special series of shows is in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday, which is quickly approaching on March 2. Sensory friendly performances on select dates. • Feb. 23-Mar. 3 at various times. Sensory friendly performance Feb. 27 at 2 p.m. and Mar. 1 at 10 a.m. • The Center for the Performing Arts at the Tarkington: 3 Center Green, Carmel • $10-$15 • 8433800 • www.thecenterpresents.org
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‘Killer Joe’ to play at TOTS By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com
UNIVERSITY OF INDIANAPOLIS SPOTLIGHT SHOW
AN EVENING WITH SOPHIA LOREN TUESDAY, MARCH 22 7:30PM | THE PALLADIUM Aynonymous with grace, beauty and artistry, Oscar®-winning actress Sophia Loren will captivate audiences with an intimate onstage conversation and Q/A. The prolific career of this legendary star spans over five decades earning a remarkable array of notable accolades, including the first Academy® Award presented for a foreign-language role with “Two Women.” Decades later, in 1991, Loren received an Honorary Award from the Academy in acknowledgement of her incredible contributions to world cinema.
DIRECT FROM IRELAND, CELTIC NIGHTS “SPIRIT OF FREEDOM”
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
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From left: Nate Walden as Chris, Dan Scharbrough as Ansel, Lisa Marie Smith as Sharla, Ben Asaykwee as Killer Joe and Jaddy Ciucci as Dottie will all be a part of ‘Killer Joe.’ (Submitted photo)
they have to be fearless and do everything these characters do, which is basically fighting for their lives in this trailer with Killer Joe.” Raffel spent nine months recruiting the actors for the play. The play will be set in a cabaret-style, so the audience feels as if they are really involved in the family’s trailer. “The toughest part is getting people to care about these characters, it’s hard to get someone to care about this family that’s planning on killing their mother,” Raffel said. For tickets, visit tots.org/current-season/.
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Acclaimed playwright Tracy Letts’ first piece, “Killer Joe,” will make an appearance at Theatre on the Square, 627 theatre Massachusetts Ave., Indianapolis, Feb. 19 to March 5. The west Dallas family lives in a trailer home and struggles severely with money. The son and father decide to kill the mother to be able to dip into her insurance settlement. Killer Joe, a detective by day who moonlights as a murderer, is hired to kill the mother. “It’s tragic, but it’s also hilarious because these are people who are not super educated at all, and they will probably never get out of that trailer,” Director Lori Raffel said. “This is the one hope they have to go somewhere and to get out.” Raffel said the play is definitely rated R, with strong language and some sexual content. She also said the main reason she can pull off directing the play is due to her actors. “It’s really an important piece because Tracy Letts is amazing, and I just think it’s such an important piece of theatre,” she said. “Most people don’t do it, or don’t even think about doing it, because it is so hard to do. First of all, you have to get some amazing actors because
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Remember how you disliked history classes because they were all about the past, and you thought it was borcounty ing? Well, what if you threw in a few beer tastings to the mix? That’s what the Hamilton Co. Bicentennial Brews Tour is all about. Every Sunday afternoon through May 22, one can ride the BrewsLine bus to visit local breweries and sample beers with historical ties. “Hamilton County has long history with brewed and distilled beverages,” said Darryl Sopoci, owner of the BrewsLine, a Fishers-based beer tour operator. “The first known brewery in the county was around 1865. While we’re on the bus, I’ll talk a little bit about the history of the brewery, then the owners will share the back stories behind their beers and about how they are tying their beer to history.” For example, Grand Junction Brewing Company’s Squirrel Stampede Nut Brown Ale was named for the fleet of migratory squirrels
that destroyed crops across the county in the 1800s. In addition to toasting Indiana’s 200th birthday at Westfield’s Grand Junction, participants can raise a glass at Deer Creek Brewery in Noblesville, Deviate Brewing in Carmel and Hollow Brewing Company and Sun King Fishers Tap Room in Fishers. Cost is $40, and the tour lasts from 12:30 to approximately 4:30 p.m.. Make reservations at visithamiltoncounty. com/2016/. There are pickup spots in Carmel, Noblesville and Fishers, or if a group books 10 people, the bus will pick the group up at a designated residence. Bus capacity is 12 people. “At each brewery, they are going to get anywhere from three to five samples, including a sample of a specially selected bicentennial beer,” Sopoci said. “Then, they can order more beer or food or they can order carryout in terms of a growler.” Riders also can legally drink beer on the bus because BrewsLine is classified as a limo service. Coolers will be provided.
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Warm with local hot chocolate By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com For years, I have been a self-christened coffee fiend, coffee snob, beverages coffee addict – take your pick – and I didn’t waste
time with non-caffeinated beverages. Why drink 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 Co. searching for the best hot chocolate havens.
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 overlysweet 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.
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.
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.
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Erica Jenkins figured it was time to get back to her musical roots. “I can hear myself telling my music boys to follow their dreams and do what you are passionate about,” she said. “I felt I abandoned what I thought is me, and I’m not going to let that happen.” Jenkins, a Carmel resident, will perform a cabaret-style show called “Songs that Speak” at 7 p.m. Feb. 18 at the Studio Theatre in Carmel’s Center for the Performing Arts. “This is my re-entry into performing,” Jenkins said. “These are songs that speak to me and are a vehicle for my career.” Getting ready for the performance seems right to Jenkins. “This is a passion that you just can’t shake,” she said. Joining Jenkins in the performance for a couple of songs will be Indianapolis resident Deb Wims and Ball State student Laura Merida, from Vincennes. “I invited someone from my past and someone I feel has a remarkable future,” said Jenkins, who plans to perform favorites from musicals such as “Wicked” and “Les Miserables.” Jenkins, 36, has been a stay at-home mother for the past four years for her sons Layton, 4, and Liam, 2. Layton is Jenkins’ maiden name. She grew up in Columbus, Ind., and studied musical theater at Vincennes University. She was the Miss Vincennes University and competed in, Miss Indiana pageant. Jenkins won the Miss Indiana talent competition and was a finalist. She performed a few shows in Chicago and
Erica Jenkins of Carmel will be on stage Feb. 18. (Submitted photo)
several at Beef and Boards in Indianapolis. Her final show was “Cats” at Beef and Boards in 2004. While performing in Indianapolis, she started teaching with her former music teacher. “I fell in love with teaching kids more than doing it myself,” Jenkins said. “So I opened a performing arts studio (Elite Performance) in Columbus in 2004.” Jenkins continued teaching and commuting from Indianapolis until she was having her first baby. While raising her sons, Jenkins does not want to go back to doing shows that are several nights a week. “The goal is to create new opportunities like this show,” she said. Tickets are $20. For more, thecenterpresents.org.
Dispatches Comedian Dave Dugan in Zionsville – On Feb. 20, comedian Dave Dugan will be appearing at Bub’s Burgers in Zionsville. Dugan’s 2016 winter comedy tour “Sleight of Hand, Sleight of Mind,” debuted earlier this month at Bub’s in Carmel to a sold-out audience. Joining Dugan on stage will be Jeff Bodart from the Bob and Tom Show. Show time is 9:45 p.m. Tickets are $12 at the door or can be reserved by calling Bubs at 344- 0927. Valentines dinner with Special Olympics Hamilton Co. – Come for a Valentines Dinner for Two and enjoy dinner while all proceeds benefit Special Olympics Hamilton Co. The dinner is from 6-9 p.m. Feb. 14, at River Glen Country Club in Fishers. One ticket is $90, and includes dinner for two people. To register, visit eventbrite.com. Checks can be made payable to SOHC, and purchased the day of event.
The Warehouse – The Warehouse in Carmel will have performances all through the year. Upcoming shows include: Howie Day on Feb. 27, Rickie Lee Jones March 4, Jon McLaughlin March 9, Stacy Mitchhart March 11, Jim Lauderdale March 12, Darlingside & David Wax Museum with Haroula Rose May 5 and Tom Rush May 19. For more, visit liveforthemusic.com. 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. Maple Syrup Festival – Maple mania has officially struck Brown Co. as the National Maple Syrup Festival is fast approaching! The fun, sticky, and oh so sweet Festival returns to Brown Co. for a second year. March 5-6. For more, visit browncounty.com.
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‘Celtic Nights’ at the Palladium By Anna Skinner anna@youarecurrent.com Those interested in culture will be able to take a step into dance Ireland as the Center for the Performing Arts brings Celtic Nights to Carmel. Although Celtic Nights has never presented at the Center before, Anne O’Brien, vice president of marketing and communications, said that other cultural performances have made for Dancers from the group Celtic Nights. Celtic Nights will present “Spirhappy patrons. Celtic Nights it of Freedom” at the Palladum on Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. (Submitted photo) will present their production “Spirit of Freedom” on Feb. 20 at 8 p.m. at the sents.org. Palladium. “As part the Center’s mission to welcome, “We have presented several different Irish engage, inspire and transform through comperformances over the course of the past few pelling performing arts experiences in a worldyears and our patrons have absolutely loved class environment, we present a diverse array each performance,” O’Brien said. “We are seeof performers on stage, many of whom are ing the same kind of welcome reception for artists from around the world. Celtic Nights this group.” “Spirit of Freedom” is part of the Center’s An Irish Music Session will be performed World Stage Series,” O’Brien said. For more on in the east lobby of the Palladium that will the group visit celticnights.ie/. feature local, well-known musicians. Those attending Celtic Nights who show up early will be able to see local musicians perform together with traditional Irish classics. Food and drinks will be on sale at the concessions in the lobbies. “It will be a high energy evening, where the audience will be engaged through song, laughter, dance, music, storytelling, narration and stirring visuals,” O’Brien said. “‘Spirit of Teacher Freedom’ introduces a multitalented cast feaof the turing singers, dancers, musicians and actors Month! to celebrate celebrating 100 years of Irish Independence.” Tickets range from $35-$55, with student prices set at $15. For more, visit thecenterpre-
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Mudbugs Cajun Café, sitting in the Carmel Arts and Design District, was opened in 2007 by two local familes, the Uricks and the LeBlancs. Currently the LeBlancs own and run the eatery, which features modestly priced Cajun cuisine, including gumbo, jambalaya, crawfish casserole and po’ boy sandwiches. Meals are constructed using recipes by a Louisiana native and promise authenticity and great taste. Patio dining available. Type of Food: Cajun and Creole cuisine Food Recommendation: Miss Ann’s
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A fun spin on mac and cheese Commentary by Ceci Martinez Our freshman college son came to visit for the winter break and my husband and I were so much looking forward to this special family moment. I asked my son to show up what he could cook. This was a wonderful and fun way to connect with him and for sure we will always remember the closeness and joy from this special time! BROCCOLI MAC AND CHEESE Serves: 5 to 6 Ingredients: 1 pound elbow macaroni, 2 1/2 cups coarsely chopped broccoli florets, 7 tablespoons unsalted butter, plus 2 tablespoons for bread topping, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 1/2 cups whole milk, 1 tablespoon ground mustard, 3 cups extra-sharp cheddar cheese, grated, Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, 1 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for topping, 1/3 cup fresh or dried plain bread crumbs Directions: Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Butter a baking dish. Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil. Add pasta and broccoli. Cook until pasta is al dente. Drain pasta and broccoli, return to the pot. Meanwhile, put a saucepan over medium heat, add seven tablespoons of butter, once melted, stir in the flour. Cook stirring continuously for one minute. Pour in milk in a slow stream, whisking constantly
Mac and cheese made for a good family meal with a teenager back at home. (Photo by Ceci Martinez)
to prevent scorching. Reduce heat to low, add mustard and cheddar cheese, whisk until most of the cheese has melted. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add the sauce and one cup parmigiano to pasta, mixing to coat pasta evenly. Transfer mixture to prepared baking dish. In a small bowl, melt remaining two tablespoons of butter. Stir in the bread crumbs and scatter them over the top. Grate a little more cheese over the top. Bake until the sauce is bubbly, top is golden brown and crispy, about 20 to 25 minutes. Let cool for five minutes, before serving. Ceci Martinez is a Zionsville resident who was born in New York and raised in Peru. For more of Ceci’s recipes, visit currentzionsville.com.
Behind Bars: The Alexander Martini Get it at Prime 47, Carmel Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Woodford Reserve bourbon, .75 oz. Amaretto Disaronno, Splash of pineapple juice, Splash of cranberry juice Directions: Shake vigorously with ice and pour in martini glass. Named after guests Rex and Barb Alexander.
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Workouts help Tulbert, 88, heal By Renee Larr • news@currentincarmel.com Carmel resident Janice Tulbert recently began a quest to get healthy through exercise. But unlike most people launchexercise ing a workout regime, Tulbert is nearing 90 years old. Tulbert, 88, fell and cracked her tailbone in late 2014. While nothing was broken, she suffered damage to her tailbone and back. “That took me to the emergency room. From there, I went to the hospital. The hospital sent me to a rehabilitation facility,” she said. “When I came home, I could neither stand up nor walk by myself.” Her daughter, Beth, knew Tulbert needed to do something to get her agility back. What she had in mind wasn’t exactly what Tulbert wanted to do. “My daughter had been going to this gym for a long time. She liked them very much. She told me she knew what I needed to do. We both knew, but I didn’t want to go. She told me she had signed me up at the gym and made appointments for me for the next four weeks,” Tulbert said. She began working out three times each week with a trainer at iFast in Carmel and quickly became a fan of exercise and the people helping her. “I fell in love with it the first night – the people, the place and everything they did,” Tulbert said. “By the time I left there, I was in love with all of them and couldn’t wait to go back the next night. I’ve been going ever since, and I thoroughly enjoy it.” Tulbert’s trainer, Jae Chung, has never worked with an 88-year-old client before meeting her. “She’s the oldest client that I’ve worked with, and she comes in with her walker. We do a lot in terms of getting her to sit down in a chair and stand up by herself. She managed to do (that) after about three weeks after working out with us. That was a huge mo-
ment for her. She had a huge a smile on her face the day she could do it,” Chung said. Tulbert is now able to stand up on her own and walk with a walker. Not only did she notice the change, but her doctors did, as well. “The first time I saw my doctors, after I had been going to the gym for a while, they were amazed at how quickly I got to where I am and how well I’m doing. Even the trainers say it’s amazing how strong I am considering what I came from and at my age,” Tulbert said. Chung pointed out that while most people think they lose balance as they get older, they really lose power. “What people lose is power production – the ability to produce force quickly. They cannot use their strength in a quick manner. So, when you develop strength and power for older people, that improves their balance,” he said. Tulbert said the real lesson to learn in all of this is that you can do it if you put your mind to it. “My motive is to not go back to a hospital bed. I had a choice to make. You can sit here and say, ‘I’m not going to do anything about it,’ or you can start moving,” she said.
Dispatches IU Health North to host dinner – Join IU Health from 6 to 8 p.m. on Feb. 16 in the Learning Center at IU Health North Hospital for an evening dedicated to women’s 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 is a free event. Seats are limited. Reserve your spot today by calling 688-DOCS. New infusion center – St.Vincent Fishers has announced the opening of a new infusion center, a facility offering infusion services such as chemotherapy, medication infusion, hydration infusion and blood transfusions. The Infusion
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Trainer Ty Terrell, left, works with Janice Tulbert at iFast in Carmel. (Submitted photo)
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Dispatches Fat-finger phone fraud – Scammers often purchase toll free phone numbers similar to legitimate ones. If you happen to misdial and reach the scammer’s number instead, you may be offered a prize or free gift but you are asked to provide a credit card number first. Be alert to this and hang up immediately if you suspect you’ve accidentally reached a scammer. Source: ConsumerReports.org
Stock pick – BottomLine’s stock pick for the week is MSC Industrial Direct Company (MSM). It is a top firm in the metalworking field, being five times larger than any of its competitors. MSC’s strengths include its technology-driven ordering and inventory systems, which allow for quick product delivery. Source: BottomLinePersonal
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Wild Eggs held its grand opening Feb. 8 at 1438 W. Main St., Carmel. The breakfast, brunch and lunch restaurant ribbon cutting was done by, from left, City Councilor Jeff Worrell, City Councilor Bruce Kimball, OneZone’s Mo Merhoff, Wild Eggs COO Shane Hall, Wild Eggs President JD Rothberg, General manager Will Rush, City Council President Ron Carter and City Councilor Laura Campbell. For more on the new restaurant, visit currentincarmel.com. (Photo by Anna Skinner)
Dispatches Imaging services director – Nanette M. Kelley, MBA, MHA, has been appointed administrative director of imaging services at Franciscan St. Francis Health. She will oversee the daily operations of all imaging services at Franciscan St. Francis’ Indianapolis, Mooresville and Carmel campuses and off-site locations. Rotary Club – The Rotary Club of Carmel meets most Fridays at Woodland Country Club, 100 Woodland Ln. Buffet opens at 11:30 with the meeting starting at noon and ending at 1 p.m. Cost is $18. For more information on programs and club activities, please visit us on Facebook. New agent at Travel Leaders – Ann CraigCinnamon has joined the team at Travel Leaders, America’s largest travel agency. She can be reached at 573-6666 for travel arrangements. Travel Leaders’ office is at 1410 S. Range Line Rd. Real estate investors meeting – The Central Indiana Real Estate Investment Association is the largest non-profit real estate investors group in Central Indiana. Through its monthly Main Meetings it provides education and networking for real estate investors. The next Main Meeting will be held March 3 at Broadmoor Country Club, 2155 Kessler Blvd. W. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the meeting begins at 6:45 p.m. Cost is $20 for nonmembers. Members are free.
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The goal was to achieve an engaging room to enjoy with family and friends. 1. The structural beam in the bar area was enclosed with rich, dark wood creating an architectural feature within the space. 2. New cabinetry was installed to feature bottles and glasses. 3. A built-in taps system was installed allowing the homeowners to keep their favorite beer on tap. 4. Two TVs were installed providing the perfect space for game day. 5. The built-in entertainment stand was replaced with a small stage creating the perfect spot for the homeowners’ young daughters to sing and dance. 6. The rich wood and warm colors were carried into the adjoining bathroom and bedroom completing the overall space.
Before Background info: This home is located in the Lynnwood at Plum Creek Subdivision in Carmel. The basement was stuck in the ’90s, and the homeowners were ready for a more custom basement they could use for entertaining family and friends.
Before problems: The homeowners love spending time with family and friends, but their basement lacked the function they desired. Even though the basement was large and open, the space appeared sectioned off, causing awkward and underutilized areas throughout. The homeowners were ready for a space to enjoy.
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The Hermitage: Arts and cats Commentary by Don Knebel The Hermitage, in St. Petersburg, Russia, occupies more than two million square feet and owns more than 650,000 works of art. The museum’s collection also travel includes a large number of cats. What is now the Hermitage began in 1764 when Russian Empress Catherine the Great bought 225 paintings, including 13 Rembrandts, from a Berlin art dealer. She soon acquired works by Rubens, Velazquez and other European masters and eventually owned nearly 80,000 items, including cameos, engraved gems, coins and books. Catherine kept her treasures in a building named “the Hermitage” she erected adjacent the Winter Palace, the home of Russian czars. Catherine’s successors continued purchasing art treasures from around the world and displayed them in adjoining buildings. The three million items in the collection, now owned by the government, include “Benois Madonna,” Leonardo da Vinci’s earliest painting, “Crouching Boy,” a Michelangelo sculpture, Egyptian antiquities, Greek and Roman statuary, Chinese porcelain, ancient gold jewelry and some of the most important O R A C L E
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