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Council slows on market funds By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com After a contentious split vote, the Carmel City Council will take another look at a funding request for the Carmel city news Christkindlmarkt. Instead of immediately approving a transfer of $200,000 to help pay for the inaugural year of the winter market, which will surround a soon-to-be built ice skating rink outside The Palladium, the council decided Aug. 21 to send it to committee. Since the first city council meeting in September is canceled because of Labor Day, Brianard the council agreed to hold a special meeting Aug. 29 at 5:30 p.m. The funding proposal, which was a last-minute add-on to the agenda, would have transferred $100,000 from the 2017 Carmel Police Carter Dept. budget, $15,000 from the 2017 Carmel administration budget and $85,000 from the 2017 Street Dept. budget. City councilor Bruce Kimball described the transfers as “excess” funds that would not be used otherwise, so there is no harm to other departments. He said CPD and the Street Dept. have extra money because of lower gas prices and that the money would otherwise revert to the general fund. “It doesn’t change our budget in any way shape or form, but it does allow the German market to move forward with its orders,” Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard said. The $200,000 is in addition to $240,000 that was already paid to the nonprofit market with money from the city’s arts fund. Brainard said merchandise items to sell at the market need to be ordered soon and described the urgency as “down to the wire.” Councilor Laura Campbell made a motion to send it to committee because there wasn’t enough time to review the request. “I’m really not comfortable taking the money at this point,” she said. Councilor Tony Green said he’s not opposed to transferring the money, but he wanted to

know if more money would be needed down the road. Brainard said there wouldn’t be additional city money spent on the market this year. He said the city grant money for the market should be cut in half for next year, and at some point the Christkindlmarkt will be selfsustaining through its sales. “Hopefully, the organization is on its own after that,” Brainard said. Councilors Kimball, Jeff Worrell and Ron Carter said the request should not have been a surprise. The $200,000 appropriation was reported by the media in June, when the market’s budget was subFinkam mitted to the council. Carter said the council had already made a commitment in the past to transfer the funds. He said he supports the project but questioned others’ support. “It may be that some memGreen bers of the city council don’t want a Christkindlmarkt for the community,” Carter said. “If that’s the case, we just have to say that and not continue to have us move down the road to put on this event for the community. I hope that’s not the case. It’s an appropriate expenditure, and it’s an event that will be successful in the long run.” Campbell disagreed with Carter, saying it’s OK to question the market. “I don’t know that it will be successful,” she said. City Council President Sue Finkam said the market’s budget has changed several times and the council didn’t originally approve the project, but rather approved a check from the mayor’s arts budget. She said this is the first council approval and she would like time to consider it. “If you wanted it sooner, we could have been discussing this in July,” she said. Brainard said he was disappointed because he thought the funding had been agreed on. A motion to vote on the funding died with a 3-3 vote, with Finkam, Green and Campbell voting against it. Councilor Kevin “Woody” Rider was not in attendance to break the tie.

Square Donuts ‘closed for reorganization’ By Heather Collins news@currentincarmel.com Square Donuts on Range Line Road in Carmel has “closed for reorganization until further notice,” restaurant according to a sign in its window. The closure comes after the Marion County Health Dept. found four critical violations at the Square Donuts bakery, 6416 W. Washington St., Indianapolis. A complaint spurred the health department to investigate the bakery Aug. 14, and as a result of its findings it ordered the bakery to close until it had taken steps to address some of the problems. The Aug. 14 Food Service Establishment Inspection Report states that critical violations included gnats on donuts in rolling carts, water leaks and blocked hand-washing sinks. Other violations included open doors, water-damaged ceiling tiles and open Dumpster lids. The health department fined Square Donuts $750 for the violations. “This facility has an extremely heavy gnat infestation,” the Aug. 14 report stated. “This has been a problem in the past. This issue must be addressed and eliminated. A closure notice was issued today and all gnats must be eliminated and the facility completely cleaned in order to be reopened.” The health department re-checked the facility Aug. 17 and still found critical violations. On Aug. 18, the department visited again and confirmed that the critical violations had been fixed. It cleared Square Donuts to resume operations. Officials from Square Donuts did not respond to multiple requests for comment. The Carmel location did not have any critical violations in its last inspection, conducted April 4 by the Hamilton County Health Dept.

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Amid closings, mayor committed to Arts District

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Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard said it’s nothing new to see some art galleries open and some close in the city’s city news Arts & Design District. Despite some recent closings, he said there’s no reason to worry. “It’s stronger than it has ever been,” he said. “There are crowds on the street. Thousands of people attend the festivals. Sure, there are going to be businesses close and new ones open, but it is one of the most successful art district projects in the country, and it has been recognized as such.” One of the major closings in late June was French Bleu Gallery, which was at 111 W. Main Street. Artist Susan Mauck opened the gallery seven years ago and was an active participant in Gallery Walks, Mauck events and association meetings. She said she wants to spend more time focusing on her own artwork and do some traveling, so she’ll be opening a studio in the Stutz Building in downtown Indianapolis. The Martin Gallery of Fine Art, located in the Indiana Design Center, closed in May after opening in October 2016. Owner Marlon Martin said it was difficult and he did not make many sales in his location. “There just wasn’t enough foot traffic,” he said. “I think it might have done better in a different location.”

ArtSplash Gallery on Main Street is closing and reopening in a new form as Art on Main, which will feature art and gifts from Indiana artisans. Some of the artists involved form Art on Main will come from ArtSplash and some will be new. Cathy Bauder, a former arts advisor for the district, closed Inspire Studio Gallery at the end of August. “We really wish that City Hall would do more for us,” she said. “Their attention is elsewhere, so to say.” Bauder did not have her contract renewed as a city advisor. Currently, there is no arts advisor. Brainard said it’s unfair to say the City of Carmel hasn’t done enough. “Remember, we have 125 art-related businesses in the district. It’s always sad to see one close but that’s the system,” he said. “We do events and festivals that drive thousands of people every month to the area.” Dan McFeely, a spokesman for the Mayor’s Office, noted that for 2017 alone the City has budgeted about $330,000 for festivals and community events designed to draw people to the city, including $75,000 for advertising and about $200,000 for special events. “The City of Carmel has invested millions in the district to create a lively destination for visitors and residents and we continue to invest in great public events that bring people to Main Street throughout the calendar year,” McFeely stated. “But even with that, we cannot guarantee that each business will enjoy success forever. Good businesses come and go.”

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Dispatches Road closure — Nearly 1,900 people are expected to participate in the Run(317) 5K Aug. 31 in the Arts & Design District. Main Street will be closed to vehicular traffic between 3rd Ave. and 1st Ave. NW from 6 to 9 p.m., and many nearby roads will have lane closures during this time. Girl Scout registration — Girl Scouts will hold Registration Night at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 31. All girls in grades K-5 are invited to learn about scouting and join a troop. All CarmelClay elementary schools will hold the registration meetings simultaneously, so attend the meeting at your own elementary school. Talking Through Unity and Civility — St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 100 W. 86th

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Justin Moffett of Carmel-based Old Town Development said he anticipates the new Sun King Brewery tap development room and distillery will attract people to Carmel’s Midtown area from around the state. “It’s really going to be a draw, not just for the beverages, but the culinary options,” Moffett said. The approximately 15,000-square-foot craft distillery and tap room is projected to open in spring 2018 along the Monon Trail between Main Street and Carmel City Center. Sun King co-founder and head brewer Dave Colt said the facility will be capable of producing a maximum of 10,000 gallons of spirits and will feature a 250-gallon still to craft high-quality, handcrafted, small-batch spirits. “Drawing from our knowledge and experience in creating award-winning craft beer, we’re having fun experimenting with different quality ingredients and investing in state-of-the art technology and equipment to create our unique handcrafted spirits and cocktails,” Colt said.

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Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard speaks at the groundbreaking ceremony for the Sun King Brewery tap room. (Photo by Adam Aasen)

Colt spoke of his vision at a groundbreaking ceremony Aug. 22, nearly a year after the project announcement in September 2016. Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard said the soonto-be widened Monon Greenway will help drive cyclists and pedestrians to Sun King’s new venture, which will be its first foray into distilling liquors. “We are excited about the progress Sun King is making on its beautiful new distillery and tap room and for having the confi-

dence to invest in our emerging Midtown redevelopment area,” Brainard said. Moffett said the Midtown area has grown more than he ever imagined. He thought if they were lucky, they could be part of $150 million in development. And now, with the first buildings under construction, there is already $130 million in the works for the first phase of the project. “It just goes to prove that when the city invests in itself, the private developers will step up,” Moffett said.

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Former clerk-treasurer remembered By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

because she did not think the taxpayer should pay for this.” During her time in office, Cordray helped implement Laserfische, an online database For nearly 20 years, Diana Cordray was that allows users to search through public responsible for the City of Carmel’s financdocuments. Shortly before leaving es as its clerkoffice in 2016, she said instituting in memoriam treasurer. the system “improved government Less than two transparency” and is among her years after leaving office, family greatest accomplishments as Carand friends are mourning her loss. mel’s clerk-treasurer. She died Aug. 18 at age 72. Cindy Sheeks, who worked alongDuring her two decades in side Cordray during her entire time elected office, she saw some of the Cordray in office, said Cordray was always city’s greatest growth in populalooking for ways to better serve taxpayers tion and prestige, and she did not take her and believed transparency and truth were role lightly. Sandy Johnson, who worked the best ways to do that. alongside Cordray in the clerk-treasurer’s “She expected her staff to hold the same office, described her as “an advocate of the beliefs with regard to public service. We taxpayers.” were there to serve, not self-promote,” “She did not charge for copies or notary Sheeks said. “She expected us to be good service because the taxpayers were paying stewards of the information entrusted to for the copier, paper, electricity, service her office under state law.” and notary fees, so they should not be Cordray’s influence extended well beyond charged, even though other departments Carmel. She was a member of the Indiana (charged),” said Johnson, who worked with Association of Cities and Towns, becoming Cordray as an asset manager in the clerkonly the second clerk-treasurer selected as treasurer’s office. “Our staff provided all of president of the organization. the items in our kitchen, plates, utensils, “This is no small feat,” said Michael coffee, and more out of our own pockets

Griffin, Town of Highland clerk-treasurer, who served with Cordray on the legislative committee of the Indiana League of Municipal Clerks and Treasurers. “To rise to that place, she earned or enjoyed the respect and regard of mayors, clerks, clerktreasurers and legislative body members from throughout the state.” She also served as head of the Indiana Real Estate Commission, was a ILMCT chairwoman and was a member of the Governor’s Commission on Physical Fitness and Sport. Griffin said Cordray was active in getting improvements made to the state’s Rainy Day Fund law, and Sheeks said the former clerk-treasurer “spent countless hours” testifying before state legislators on the potential impact of spending bills. Johnson said Cordray received many awards during her time in office, but among her greatest strengths were her leadership skills. “She was a classy lady with grace and style. She backed her employees no matter what,” she said. “I will always be grateful for the 13 years I served under her and with my co-workers. Our leader has gone, but we will always remain family because of Diana.”

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The Proscenium breaks ground By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com Anderson Birkla held a groundbreaking ceremony Aug. 23 for its new $60 million mixed-use development called The Proscenium. It development will include office space, residential units and retail, all surrounding a center green along Range Line Road near Carmel Drive, where Arby’s and Party Time Rental previously stood. The project includes more than 20,000 square feet of retail and office space. The public green will feature 1.8 acres for events. Construction could last 18 to 24 months. “We struggled to come up with a name for this project,” Tony Birkla of Anderson Birkla said at the groundbreaking ceremony. “We named it Proscenium, and we struggled with that quite a bit because the name doesn’t roll off the tongue, but when you think about what a proscenium is, it’s the part of the stage in front of the curtain. You look at the backdrop of what we’re developing, and this property moves into the City Center and then into Midtown. It’s a fantastic entry into the city. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime development opportunity. I’ve been developing for more than 20 years, and I could not be more excited for this opportunity to be in one of the best cities in America.” Birkla said the project has changed a lot since it was announced in 2015. Two new roundabouts have

From left, Dave Bowers of the Carmel Redevelopment Commission, Bill Hammer of the CRC, Carmel city councilor Ron Carter, Tony Birkla of Anderson Birkla and city councilor Jeff Worrell break ground on The Proscenium. (Photo by Adam Aasen)

been incorporated into the design — the one recently built at Range Line Road and Carmel Drive and the one that will be built at Executive Drive. Birkla said developers were able to purchase the former Arby’s site, which was not originally part of the plan, and incorporate it into the project. “It’s been a two-year design process, and we try to keep up with what’s going on in Carmel, and it’s tough,” he said.

Construction will soon begin on a new roundabout at 4th Street and Range Line Road on or after Aug. 28. The project will include deconstructing the south Arts & Design CONSTRUCTION District arch, which will be rebuilt and reinstalled during the anticipated 30-day closure. Alternate routes include Keystone Parkway, 4th Ave SW, Main Street and 126th St. Gray Road and 126th Street is closed for construction of a roundabout. The project is expected to take 60 days, weather permitting. City Center Drive and Guilford Road is scheduled to close on or after Sept. 5 for construction of a roundabout. The project is expected to take 45 days, weather permitting. River Road is closed between 146th Street and Community Drive for a reconstruction project expected to last until Thanksgiving. The project will include a two-lane boulevard and a new roundabout at Cherry Creek Blvd. Construction continues on a roundabout at Carmel Drive and Guilford Road. This will be a full closure of the intersection until Sept. 2 or earlier. Detour routes will be marked as Pennsylvania and Range Line Road (north-south); Main Street and 116th Street (east-west). The intersection of Towne Road and 116th Street is closed for 45 days for the construction of a two-lane roundabout. It is expected to reopen on or after Sept. 13. Spring Mill Road is closed south of the Main Street roundabout to 111th Street except for local traffic. It is closed south of 106th Street. Motorists are encouraged to use Illinois Street as a detour. The closure is expected to last until fall.

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Horses honored for service By Dawn Pearson news@currentzionsville.com Therapy horses Gideon and FairyTale of The Children’s TherAplay Foundation in west Carmel have a lot fundraiser to trot about. The horses have 25 years of combined service, 15 and 10 years, respectively, serving children of central Indiana with more than 13,500 equineassisted physical and occupational therapy treatments. The treatment is called hippotherapy, and with the help of therapy horses it “is changing lives for children with diagnoses ranging from cerebral palsy, spina bifida, traumatic brain injury, autism spectrum disorders and Down syndrome,” said Hillary McCarley, executive director of Children’s TherAplay. The two horses were honored at The Show and Tail Lunch and Fundraiser Aug. 10. The event included lunch and therapy treatment demonstrations with two of the children, Stryder Wickman, 5, and Charlotte Hibert, 3, who receive treatments. The event also included a letter from the Mayor’s Office and a ribbon cutting for the new stables. Most children love horse rides, but for the children who attend Children’s TherAplay, the therapy rides that Gideon and FairyTale provide can change lives. Stryder was born with spina bifida, his mother Becca said. “Because of Children’s TherAplay, Stryder has been taking his first independent steps, and to be perfectly honest, (his father and I) didn’t think this may happen,” Becca said. “It’s amazing what these horses do, and it can’t be replicated in other therapy. It builds up his core, and he can’t wait to go to therapy.” At the luncheon, Children’s TherAplay founder William Craig Dobbs outlined the

Charlotte Hilbert, 3, demonstrates a therapy session. (Photo by Dawn Pearson)

costs of therapy and the deficits the foundation faces. “Each hour of treatment costs Children’s TherAplay $225, but the average insurance reimbursement is only $92. Funds raised through #Horsepower500 (fundraising event) help close the $133 per-treatment gap, ensuring that these children continue to have access to these life-changing therapies so families can afford it as well,” he said. During lunch, Stryder and Charlotte mounted the horses for a demonstration, then Gideon and FairyTail were presented with a carrot cake and ribbons, followed by the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

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Toto Around Town: The Path of Toto-ality! On Aug. 21, many Carmel residents donned their funky glasses to get a glimpse of the partial solar eclipse. With 91 percent coverage in the area, only a slight haze was noticeable for most viewers. But save your ISO 12312-2-approved glasses because in seven years, the next “path of totality” will be directly through central Indiana — including Carmel. Mark your calendars for April 8, 2024, at 3:05 p.m. This time, the darkness will settle in with a predicted duration of totality of 3 minutes, 51 seconds. Can anyone say party on Main Street? Toto will be ready! (Photo by Julie Osborne) Learn more about Toto and Oz’s adventures on their blog: JulieOsborne.com.

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Triplets celebrate 85th birthday By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com A set of triplets — the first born at St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis — celebrated their 85th birthdays milestone Aug. 17 at Woodland Country Club in Carmel. Triplets Sue Ketelhut of Carmel, Mary Brennan of Anderson and Sally Green of Carmel got together to celebrate their birthday, something they’ve done for 85 years. “Growing up, we always got our own cake,” Brennan said. The siblings still share a sisterly bond. Green and Ketelhut live in the same area at The Barrington, a retirement community in Carmel. They often have lunch together or go to shows at Beef & Boards. Although the sisters aren’t identical, they

From left, Sue Ketelhut, Mary Brennan and Sally Green celebrate their 85th birthday Aug. 17 at Woodland Country Club. (Photo by Adam Aasen)

are close enough in appearance that people sometimes confused them growing up and mixed up their names. They joke that there’s no “evil triplet,” and each has their own personality. They acknowledge it’s impressive that all three have reached the age of 85. “Must be good genes,” Green said.

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Retired IFD captain enters World Police and Fire Games Hall of Fame By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com When Dan Hansman learned by email he had been inducted into World Police and Fire Games Hall of Fame, the retired Indianapolis Fire Dept. member cover story told his wife, Sharon, and then called Dan Hansman displays the four medals Jim King. Dan Hansman leads a race at the World Police and Fire Games in 2001 in Indianapolis. he won at the 2017 World Police and Fire It made sense. After all, King, an IFD captain and member (Submitted photos) Games. of the WPFG board of directors, had nominated Hansman. distance running and lifting weights before he started peted in the 100 and 200 but wasn’t competitive.” “He’s been the consummate World Police and Fire Games competing in the games. He used to compete in the WFPG Throughout the years, he usually competes in those six athlete,” King said. “Chief Hansman has been very dedicatas part of Team Indy, but there is no longer an organized events. Hansman also competes in other senior track and ed. When you think about his longevity, it’s been remarkteam. field games around the nation. able. He competes in numerous track and field events, and Preparing for the games keeps him fit. “That’s what makes it special, because the first inducfor a guy who is over 70 years old, that’s not a bad thing.” “I think I’m a lot healthier because of what I do,” he said. tion they had 12 people, and eight of them had to do with The World Police and Fire Games started in San Jose, “I gave up smoking and drinking 40 years ago. My dad died starting the games,” Hansman said. “They didn’t particiCalif., in 1985 and are held every two years. There is comat 53 in ’76. He died June 30. The following February I quit. I pate as athletes, they just started and worked the petition in several sports. don’t even drink wine at church.” games.” Hansman, 72, was inducted into the second Hansman’s goal is to compete in the WPFG in China in Hansman retired at the mandatory age of 70 class of the WPFG Hall of Fame Aug. 7 during 2019 and the Netherlands in 2021. as shift commander at the IFD headquarters. the 2017 opening ceremonies in Los Angeles. “My wife doesn’t want to go to China, but I want to go Prior to that stint, he was battalion comPrior to the induction, the longtime Carmel because I’ve never been,” Hansman said. “We both want to mander at Irvington for 20 years. Hansman, resident had racked up 32 medals: 11 golds, go to the Netherlands, and I’m afraid if I skip the games in who spent 48 years with IFD, isn’t eight silvers and 13 bronzes in track Hansman’s WPFG China, it will be four years (before competing again). Then I completely retired. He serves as a and field. medals history figure after the Netherlands, I’ll probably quit.” bus driver for Westfield Washington “It’s unbelievable when you think Schools. of all the athletes that have compet1997: Calgary, Canada, 2 Hansman competed in high ed,” said Hansman, who described silver medals, 1 bronze MEET DAN HANSMAN school football and track and field at Cathe induction as one of the greatest expe1999: Stockholm, Sweden, thedral and Sacred Heart in Indianapolis riences of his life. 1 silver Personal: In 1989, Hansman was named IFD’s before leaving school before his senior King said he could see how much the 2001: Indianapolis, 1 gold, Firefighter of the Year and was inducted into the year because he got married. Hall of Fame induction meant to Hansman 3 bronzes American Red Cross Hall of Fame. Has four children, Hansman, who has been married to Shaduring the ceremony. 2003: Barcelona, Spain, 1 Dan, Jerry, Jason (a member of IFD) and Jennifer. All are ron for 55 years, got his GED from Arling“He was one of the most committed pergold, 1 silver, 2 bronzes Carmel High School graduates. His wife, Sharon, worked ton High School. sons to the fire service. It’s in every fiber 2005: Quebec City, as a secretary for Carmel Clay Schools for more than “I went many years without doing anyin him,” King said. “The World Police and Canada, 1 bronze than 20 years. Hansman and his family moved to Carmel thing (in track and field),” Hansman said. Fire Games is an extension of that. He was 2007: Adelaide, Australia, in 1974. “(The games) were always in the back of so moved and so touched, you could just 1 gold Biggest change in Carmel: “The roads. When we moved my mind, and around 1996, more people see it. I’m honored to be there and see him 2011: New York, 3 golds, 2 up here, there wasn’t anything on Range Line Road. It from my department and the Indianapolis get inducted. It’s well-deserved. I’m honsilvers, 1 bronze was two-lane, and there was a Kroger and Hook’s (Drug Police Dept. started getting involved. They ored to say I know him, and he’s a friend.” 2013: Belfast, Northern Store). O’Malia (grocery store) was here. But if you ran put together a team of men and women Despite dealing with a hamstring injury, Ireland, 2 golds, 1 silver, 4 out of something at 9 o’clock at night, everything was to go to Calgary, and we started having Hansman proceeded to get one silver (400 bronzes shut down.” fundraisers.” meter relay member) and three bronzes 2015: Fairfax County, Va., Favorite Carmel restaurant: “We used to have a club Hansman has been to all the games (400 meters, 1,600 relay, long jump) in the 3 golds, 1 silver, 2 bronzes with eight couples, and each month we pick out a since 1997 but wasn’t able to compete in 70-74 age bracket in Los Angeles. The age 2017: Los Angeles, 1 silver, different restaurant. My wife really likes Donatello’s. 2009 because of an injury. brackets are in five-year increments. 3 bronzes That’s probably her favorite.” Hansman had stayed in shape by “I couldn’t sprint fast,” he said. “I com-

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Although television, films and the 24hour news cycle, populated by ubiquitous talking heads, might be flattening it a bit, we Americans can still enjoy some nice regional dialects. Brooklyn and Boston each have their own. New Orleans, the Midwest and the valleys of Los Angeles all have unique expressions and pitch. But among the favorites must be the eccentric and entertaining idioms of the great state of Texas. With a sure-fire twang and dead-eyed pithiness, our friends to the southwest get, grinning, to the heart of the matter. If one is said to have a big hat, no cattle, it notes that the object of assessment is likely pretending to be of greater import than its actual holdings might support. Another personal favorite is that hapless soul who is always fixing to get ready. We all know folks who make it their business to be in a constant state of planning. One might imagine that planning is good. Yes. Yet some of us spend so much of our lives preparing that we fail to reserve any time for the doing! When is the preparation to end and the executing to begin? If we move too fast, we are rash and lack forethought. Still, if we move too slowly, we fall into a near endless loop of self-reinforcing insecurity. As a young man, I asked a wise, elderly neighbor when was the best time to trim an overgrown shrub. The man responded by asking me if I had a sharp pair of clippers. He made a good point. Shouldn’t we have our tools ready (education, capital and relationships) so that we are set whenever an obstacle and the time to address it presents?

Last week, I was using the girls’ bathroom at the high school where I teach, and when I flushed, my keys and humor ID badge fell into the toilet. Suddenly aware of time epically slowing down, I plunged my longsleeve-shirted arm into the tainted water in a futile attempt to rescue them. Alas, the entire set-up was gone before I could even scream “NOOOOOOOO!” I then immediately relayed the story to everyone I saw. First, the three horrified juniors standing outside my stall, who’d heard everything but had no context. Then to my posse of teacher friends, chatting in the hallway. And finally, to my seventh-period class, who’d listen to anything if it meant a postponement of actual history stuff. I assumed I’d be met with laughter and possible wishes for good luck as I navigated administration hell to obtain new credentials. But without exception, their expressions ranged from shock to disgust. Why? Because I’d willingly stuck my hand into a bowl full of urine. Look, people. I’m a mom. I’ve probably changed close to a million diapers, cleaned up enough to own a hazmat suit and continue to consistently “lose control” whenever I run, laugh or sneeze. Last month, when I had to scrub the basement toilet after it had been clogged for something like 13 days. I literally didn’t flinch. I’ve seen worse. I acted on instinct, honed by years in the field of motherhood. My only thought was, “Save the keys!” But now I’m “that crazy teacher” from the bathroom with highly questionable decision-making skills. Peace out.

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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 Washington, it is illegal to paint polka dots on the American flag. Source: dumblaws.com

REA D ERS ’ V I EWS Bridge would be more useful than carousel Editor, Before paying $5 million for an admittedly beautiful carousel, we should find out how many kids rode the Forest Park carousel last year. A much more useful addition would be a pedestrian bridge

across White River from Hazel Landing Park to Heritage Park in Fishers. Five million dollars would more than cover Carmel’s half of the cost. Bill Bales, Carmel

Traffic accident stats keep plunging Editor, As the official non-mayor of Carmel, I am duty-bound to warn my fellow Carmelitians of impending exigency. In 20 years, traffic accidents here have plunged 80 percent through an infestation of run-arounds. That’s 4 percent per

year. In just five more years, Carmelons will have to pay neighboring cities to import even a modicum of collisions. There goes the neighborhood. Bill Shaffer, Carmel

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Glamorizing guns is inappropriate Editor, I am uncomfortable with the cover image that you selected for this week’s Current in Carmel, as I feel that this particular photograph glamorizes guns in a way that is inappropriate, particularly when there is so much gun-related violence in our society.

I do appreciate Guy Relford’s advocacy for firearm safety, but given that one of the tenets of gun safety is never to point a weapon at anyone unless you intend to shoot them, why on Earth does your photo portray a gun pointed at the reader? Erin Vahrenkamp, Carmel

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Sleepwalking and sticky notes Commentary by Dick Wolfsie Whenever I pick up the newspaper, I find medical news contrary to previously reported findings. humor Now there is some perplexing medical news for me to digest: The sleeping pill I take may not help me get better rest, but may only have an amnesia effect. In other words, I may be up all night tossing and turning, but the next morning I don’t remember having trouble staying asleep. Just what I need: Something else to keep me up all night. The more I thought about this, the crazier it made me. My pill bottle label said it can cause sleepwalking, so I could be wandering throughout the house, then in the morning not remember anything. I experienced this in college. Up all night cramming for a test, then not recalling a thing the next morning (and I was drug-free then). My brother was a sleepwalker. He’d get up and grab a rod and reel from the garage, then walk out the front door at 3 a.m. My mother wanted to call the doctor, but my father said we needed the fish. I asked my wife if she’s noticed anything

out of the ordinary lately. “Well, we’re always out of cat food,” she responded. That scared me, since I’ve gained a few pounds in the last month. “Also, I’ve noticed in the mornings that your bathroom is spotless. All your pill bottles are back in the cabinet. Your toothpaste tube has its cap on and all the towels are folded. Maybe you are sleepwalking.” “Mary Ellen, do you really think I walk around the house at night and don’t remember?” “It’s possible. You don’t remember a lot of things.” Last night I put sticky notes around the house, so if I started sleepwalking, I could jot down what I did to jog my memory. This morning, I discovered I had gotten into the fridge and polished off the remainder of my wife’s homemade chicken cacciatore. I’m glad I made a note of that. Sometimes I forget what a good cook she is.

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Apprenticeships on the rise By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com

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“I appreciate the intent to juice the model by encouraging the Dept. of Labor and others to promote apprenticeships. I’m not When President Donald Trump signed an sure I want necessarily the Dept. of Labor executive order to expand apprenticeships as my partner,” said Brumbarger, and vocational training training in America laughing. “I would rather the government be my friend and not my in June, he emphapartner in that regard. Having said sized it will help students “earn that, I know that the executive while they learn.” order is largely tailored to skilled Ron Brumbarger, who owns Cartrades and those types of jobs.” mel’s Bitwise Solutions, embraces Brumbarger said jobs the order the concept as founder and presiBrumbarger will help are more geared to medent of Apprentice University. chanics, heating and air conditioning spe“I would most definitely support at least cialists, electricians and manufacturing. the attention that there are more ways to “Some of the jobs we’re focused on don’t launch one’s career than just by going to have job descriptions yet because they are college,” Brumbarger said. “I would fully that fresh in developing on the horizon,” support that. At least we are talking about Brumbarger said. “We don’t do anything in alternatives and options to everyone runskilled trades.” ning off to college and getting a four-year Brumbarger Apprentice University predegree. I applaud the idea that not all sucpares students for jobs in project managecessful careers begin and end in college. ment, sales, web design, programming, We believe learning through apprenticedigital storytelling and more. A student’s ships is a natural way to learn.” term at Apprentice University typically The purpose of Apprentice University is lasts between 2 and 2 1/2 years. Students to develop young professionals for highrange in age from 18 to 25, Brumbarger paying, high-demand careers in tech, busisaid. ness, entrepreneurship and social media. For more, visit goo.gl/mY1swy and apHowever, Brumbarger isn’t fond of the prentice.university. idea of government being involved with the program.

Summer’s not over yet Commentary by Jon Quick

“Hard to believe summer’s almost over. Happens so fast. Then winter goes on forever.” plain talk “Yep, the kids are back at football practice today. Thursday they will start contact. Fall is here.” Heard this stuff the other day on TV. Exact words. Hey, news anchors, I got news for you. Summer isn’t over. Today is the 69th day of summer. Fall officially begins Sept. 22. By my count, that means there are 24 days of summer left. Point being: Summer is not over! So why are we rushing it? We complain about winter being so long. So why rush summer? Life moves too fast the way it is. Media people: You’re guilty of this. Business people: You’re guilty. School ends, and it seems the next day the back-to-school stuff is out. I’d bet if I went to Target today, I’d see the Halloween stuff on display. Maybe even the Christmas stuff. I saw a commercial the other day for an “End of the

Summer Close-out.” What?! School administrators: You’re also guilty. Start after Labor Day. Don’t give me this thing about a “balanced calendar” or things need to be staggered for whatever reason, blah blah blah. Doesn’t matter. It kills the tourist industry for the final weekend of the summer. Sorry, I am old school. Yes, excuse the pun. Let the kids create those lifelong memories that summer is made of. It was good to see I’m not alone in this opinion. One of my favorite radio personalities, Eric Garnes on B105.7, expressed a similar sentiment on Facebook the other day. Most people agreed with him. So, Eric, go ahead. Keep playing those summer songs. Over and over and over again. Besides, my bottle of suntan lotion is only half empty. Jon Quick is President of the Carmel-based marketing and public relations firm, Q Public Relations & Marketing. You can reach him at Jon@QPRmarketing.com. He is a former 25+ year manager at both CBS and Emmis Communications.

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Dispatches Scott Wise honored — Scott Wise, founder of Scotty’s Brewhouse and Thr3e Wise Men, was recently recognized by the Indianapolis Office of Disability Affairs for his commitment to hiring Hoosiers with disabilities, who comprise five percent of his workforce. In a recent ceremony at the Indianapolis Arts Garden, Wise was honored with the 2017 Employer Award for his advocacy efforts. Chaucie’s Place appointment — Executive Director Dr. Jack Powell has announced the appointment of Margaret Blandford to the Smart Steps Program Specialist position at Chaucie’s Place.

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Jason’s Deli relocates — The Jason’s Deli 12405 N. Meridian St. in Carmel has relocated to 11621 Fishers Station Dr. in Fishers. It is in the former Stacked Pickle location in Hamilton Crossing Center. The new deli opened Aug. 14. A representative for Jason’s Deli said the move was necessitated because of a decision by landlord Kite Realty. Officials from Kite Realty did not respond to a request for comment. Hiring event — CareSource, a nonprofit health plan, will host a two-day hiring event for customer care advocates at the Renaissance Indianapolis North Hotel, 11925 N. Meridian St. in Carmel. The goal is to fill 60 full-time positions based at a new call center opening in Woodland Corporate Park this fall. The hiring event is from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Aug. 29 and 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 30. Candidates are asked to bring multiple copies of their resume and expect to spend two to three hours to accommodate interviews and on-site testing. Candidates may also apply at CareSource.com/Careers. Fastest growing companies — Several Carmel based companies recently made the Inc. list of fastest growing private companies in America. These include: JDA Worldwide, Mainstreet, Rook Security, Shepherd Insurance, American Specialty Health, and enVista. Mayor to speak at real estate breakfast — Mayor Jim Brainard will speak at the Commercial Real Estate Hot Topic Breakfast at 7:30 a.m. Sept. 14 at Broadmoor Country Club, 2155 Kessler Blvd. W. Dr. The mayor will outline his vision for the future of the Meridian Street Corridor. This event is free to attend. RSVP at MyICBR.org

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A few dozen people spent their lunch hour Aug. 22 discussing City of Carmel projects as part of the Carmel Small Business Network. Development Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard spoke in the city council chambers about issues such as property taxes, debt and proposed projects such as purchasing an antique carousel and constructing a luxury hotel. Brainard told the group of business owners Brianard he’s sending his 2018 budget to the Carmel City Council and that he expects the tax rate to remain flat. He defended his plan to spend approximately $5 million to acquire an antique carousel built in 1907. “It will make it a more interesting visit to Carmel,” he said. Brainard also explained how it makes financial sense for the city to become part owners of a luxury hotel in the Carmel City Center area. He said most hotel chains want to see big returns on investment, and the city is happier with smaller profit margins from the hotel because of what it will mean for economic development. “If we’re going to give away that much in terms of incentives, why don’t we just have an ownership stake?” Brainard said. PROPOSED PROJECTS In summer 2016, Kite Realty announced plans to transform the southwest corner of 116th Street and Range Line Road by tearing down the existing strip mall and building a mixed-use develop-

ment with 200 new residential units. As of May 2017, business owners in that shopping center wondered about the progress of that development. Also in summer 2016, Kite Realty announced plans for a movie theater and bowling center at the existing Hamilton Crossing Center near U.S. 31 in Carmel in a vacant space formerly occupied by Office Depot. Renderings were released for both projects. Businesses are still operating at both sites and demolition is not underway. Brainard said he’s spoken to representatives from Kite Realty and both projects are still on track. ANTI-DISCRIMINATION ORDINANCE In October 2015, the Carmel City Council passed an antidiscrimination ordinance that includes protections for sexual orientation and gender identity. At the time, some Carmel residents and business owners expressed concern that if the law was passed, people would file frivolous, unsupported claims of discrimination. Almost two years later, Brainard said that hasn’t happened. “I’m not aware of a single complaint filed, which is a good thing,” he said. U.S. 31 CORRIDOR Brainard was asked about his plan to transform the officelined U.S. 31 corridor into mini-villages, currently lined by parking lots. He has proposed providing millions of dollars in taxpayer incentives to encourage the addition of restaurants, apartments and condos with parking garages in those areas. “I think people look at those parking lots and think it is a waste of space,” Brainard said. Read the full story at currentincarmel.com.

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Chiropractor helps veterans By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com

“Number one, they (the returning veterans) are all hurting, literally,” said Ahn, a Carmel resident who also has offices in The tragedy of the Sept. 11 terrorist atPlainfield and Greenfield. “Even if they were tacks had a profound impact on Dr. Soong not injured in some way, we are Ahn. giving back talking about soldiers who had to The South carry 90 to 100 pounds of gear at Korea native, one time. So naturally, their body who moved to the U.S. with his just breaks down. A lot of time they family when he was 11, was in New don’t see it as a related injury, so York City the day before the attacks they don’t get the care they need. in 2001. He then left to start at his Sometimes it takes so long for first day of studies at New York ChiAhn things to process, they are in limbo ropractic College Sept. 11 in Seneca for a while. When they come in because Falls in upstate New York. they need some help, they are expecting to “A secretary runs in and said, ‘Everybody pay out of pocket, and I just take care of go home, a plane just flew into the World them.” Trade Center,’” said Ahn, who grew up in Ahn said everyone should show their Chicago. “We thought it was a sick joke at appreciation for those returning from Iraq first because about 25 percent were from and Afghanistan. the New York City area. She wasn’t kidding, “It’s a way I can give back as a citizen and in a few minutes, we knew what was to those who helped protect our freedom,” going on. From then on, I wanted to do Ahn said. “Many will break down in my something.” office and say this is the nicest thing anyHe certainly has. Ahn, a Westfield chione has done for them since they’ve been ropractor who has been in practice for 14 back.” years, has treated Iraq and Afghanistan Ahn’s Westfield office is at 17441 Carey veterans for no cost since he started. Ahn, 40, estimates he has seen approximately 25 Rd. Ahn’s wife, Caroline, is a music professor at Anderson University. veterans per year.

Dispatches Being Mortal — The Carmel Clay Public Library continues its Stethoscope Series with Being Mortal. Join Dr. David Mandelbaum from 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 23. Mandelbaum is co-director of Franciscan Hospice Care. Following a screening of the film Being Mortal, Mandelbaum will lead a discussion. This event is free but registration is preferred by calling 877-888-1777. Fight the New Drug — Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, 14598 Oak Ridge Rd., will host Fight the New Drug at 7 p.m. Sept. 25. Designed for students in seventh grade and older, and their parents, the program teaches about the dangers of pornography in an age-appropriate way. They will present the scientific proof that porn changes brain chemistry and can lead to addiction. There is no cost to attend but a free-will offering will be taken. Senior health education series — The next event in this series by IU Health will be 6 p.m. Sept. 6 at Roy G. Holland Memorial Park Building, 1 Park Dr., and will discuss heart attack warning signs, treatment and recovery.

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If you suspect your child may have a learning disability or behavior problem, it’s a good idea to have him evaluated by a psychologist who specializes in educational evaluations. There are generally three basic types of evaluations: an initial evaluation to determine a child's eligibility for special education, a re-evaluation of a child who has already undergone an initial evaluation and an independent evaluation. Federal law requires school districts to identify, locate and evaluate students with disabilities which adversely affect their education. If you suspect your child has a disability, ask his school for an initial evaluation. Always put your request in writing. Even if you talk to the teacher in person or on the phone and she agrees to set it up, I have parents send an email to the teacher and copy 2-3 other school employees, such as the special education director and a counselor or principal, simply confirming the conversation—or just put the request in an email to begin with. This makes it harder for the school to claim that it "never received" your request for an evaluation and is good evidence documenting your request. The school generally has to provide the evaluation at no cost to the parent, but there are a couple of conditions. First, the parent has to consent to the school psychologist conducting the evaluation. If you request an evaluation and the school agrees to provide it, the school does not have to perform it until you sign a consent form allowing it to do so. This is an exception to the general advice I give parents: Don’t sign anything. Your child will not be eligible for special education until he has been evaluated, so signing the consent to have the school psychologist evaluate him is an important step toward getting the services he needs. Sign it!

Second, the school has 50 school days after you sign the consent to complete the evaluation and meet with you to discuss the results. If you wait until the end of the school year to sign the consent, the 50 days do not begin to run until school starts—your request is on “hold” all summer. For this reason, it's best to sign the consent as early in the school year as possible. If you ask the school for an evaluation and it refuses or you disagree with the school’s evaluation, contact me and I’ll be happy to advise you on your options. A re-evaluation may be appropriate for a child who hasn't been evaluated recently, especially if his condition changes or he develops a new diagnosis. Under the law, a school only has to "consider" re-evaluation every three years—basically a meaningless requirement. All a school has to do is say "OK--we 'considered' re-evaluating Johnny, so we've complied with the law." This another reason it’s a good idea for parents to ask for an evaluation or re-evaluation. Another option is an independent educational evaluation, or IEE. This is performed by a private psychologist who is not affiliated with the school district. I prefer these evaluations over school evaluations because the psychologist is not biased in favor of the school and will recommend services based on the child's needs as opposed to the cost to the school district. If you choose an IEE, it’s important to see a psychologist experienced with educational evaluations. The two situations where I generally recommend parents get an IEE are when the child needs an evaluation done sooner than the 50 school days or if the parent disagrees with the school's evaluation. There are certain procedures to follow if you want the school to pay for an IEE, so it’s a good idea to speak with a lawyer familiar with special education law before pursuing this. If you think your child may need an educational evaluation, feel free to call (317/569-2200) or email me (tblessing@hzlegal.com) for a free consultation. I’ll be happy to answer your questions, review documents and refer you to a qualified private psychologist.

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By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Geoff Davis once again has found a regular teaching spot at The Palladium. Davis first started giving ukulele lessons at The Palladium in 2013 prior to ukulele virtuoso Jake Shimabukuro’s concert in January 2013. “It was supposed to be one time, but then it kept growing,” Davis said. “But then what happens is you saturate the market after a year.” Davis Davis, a Noblesville resident, was asked to return, then returned again to provide a lead-in before Shimabukuro’s concert in November 2016. “Some of the people from our first classes heard I was doing it again and came back,” Davis said. The four-week sessions quickly expanded and went from November to May. “Over the summer the interest built up again,” said Davis, who teaches sixth grade at Francis M. Parker Montessori School in Indianapolis. He also teaches ukulele at Indianapolis Public Schools. The beginner class is full for the fall session, but the four-week intermediate class is open 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Sept. 13 to Oct. 4. “One thing that draws people to ukulele is it is small, so you can take it anywhere,” Davis said. “It’s easy to be a beginner. After one lesson, I can have someone playing a song. Then we have a lot of fun. We laugh a lot and joke around a lot.”

What: A four-week ukulele intermediate class with Geoff Davis is open for registration. When: 6:15 to 7:15 p.m. Sept. 13 to Oct. 4 Where: The Palladium, 1 Center Green, Carmel. Price: $50 For more: thecenterpresents.org

editorial@youarecurrent.com Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard, by proclamation last week, declared Sept. 23-24 “Carmel International Arts Festival Celebration of the Arts” in recognition of the event’s 20th anniversary. The proclamation states, “The Carmel International Arts Festival celebrates 20 years working to educate and create an understanding and appreciation for the value of art in the home, the school, the community, and the world.” Next month’s festival will feature more artists and food vendors than in years past as well as local favorites and new faces for the entertainment stage. The focal point is Art Rocks, a free public concert by The Bishops from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Sept. 23 in celebration of the milestone. The festival, on Main Street and Range Line Road, runs 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sept. 23 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept. 24. Admission and parking are free.

Geoff Davis teaches students at The Palladium. (Submitted photo)

Davis, 54, learned to play the ukulele when he was 6 years old. He learned from his parents. “It was nothing I really had to learn. It was like walking and talking,” Davis said. “About 18 years ago, I started teaching at IPS at the Key Learning Community, and that’s where I started a ukulele program for kids called Key Strummers. We became Gov. (Frank) O’Bannon’s favorite band, and we played all over the state.” The Key Strummers, comprised of elementary students, actually played at O’Bannon’s memorial service in 2003. The Key Learning Center was closed in the spring of 2016. In addition, Davis is a wood-carving artist. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

“One thing that draws people to ukulele is it is small, so you can take it anywhere. It’s easy to be a beginner. After one lesson, I can have someone playing a song.”

– Geoff Davis

Carmel — Dave Neal will perform from 8 to 11 p.m. Sept. 2 at Carmel American Legion Post 155, 852 W. Main St. Zionsville — Up With People will perform at 7 p.m. Sept. 1 at the Zionsville Performing Arts Center, 1000 Mulberry St. For more, visit zvilleperformingarts.org. Westfield — Trivia Night will be from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Sept. 7 at Urban Vines, 303 E. 161st St. There is a $5 entry fee. For more, visit the Urban Vines Facebook page. Noblesville — Noblesville Parks and Recreation Dept. hosts Lunch and Listen – From 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept. 1, the Lunch and Listen program will coincide with Food Truck Friday at Federal Hill Commons, 175 Logan St., Noblesville. Fishers — Fishers Blues Fest will provide free music from multiple artists Sept. 1 and 2 at the Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, 6 Municipal Dr. For more, visit fishers.in.us/ bluesfest.

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Pipe Organ Dedication, Pilgrim Lutheran Church, Carmel

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The church celebrates the installation of a new pipe organ with a dedication concert by world-renowned Todd Wilson, professor of organ at Cleveland Institute of Music performing.

8 p.m. Aug. 29-Sept. 2 and Sept. “West Side Story,” Beef & Boards Dinner 4; 1 p.m., Aug. 30; and 1:30 p.m., Sept. 3. (Through Oct. 1). Theatre, Indianapolis Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” is transported to New York City as two young idealistic lovers struggle to survive in a world of hate, violence and prejudice Cost: $42.50-$67.50 (includes buffet dinner)

More: beefandboards.com, 317-872-9664.

PB&J: Making Music with Daniel, Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel

10:30 a.m., Sept. 2.

Join in the singing and dancing as Mr. Daniel leads children ages 1 through 7 on a child-centered musical joyride of cherished traditional songs and interactive games. Cost: $10 per child, 2 free adult tickets with every child ticket!

Various times

Enrollment is open for fall classes for the Jr. Civic program. Classes for students ages 18 months through eighth grade will begin the week of Sept. 11 Cost: Various fees.

Cost: Free.

More: Register at civictheatre.org/ classes.

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Up with People, Zionsville Performing Arts Center, Zionsville More than 11,000 hand-dipped caramel apples were sold at the Apple Store last year

Apple Store, Conner Prairie, Fishers

11 a.m.-5 p.m., Tuesday through Sundays, Sept. 1-Oct. 31. Also open until 9 p.m. on Symphony on the Prairie performance nights.

The sights of perfectly hand-dipped caramel apples coupled with smells of freshly popped popcorn, apple pie and hot cider return when the Apple Store opens for its 32nd season.

More: centerfortheperformingarts. org, 317-843-3800

Jr. Civic, Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre, Carmel

7 p.m., Sept. 8

Cost: Free admission

More: connerprarie.org, 317-776-6000

Hip Hop Dance Workshop, Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre, Carmel

3-5:30 p.m., Sept. 9.

Enrollment is open for the Young Artists Program’s Hip Hop Dance workshop for ages 14-18 with Sawyer Harvey. Preenrollment is required. Cost: $20 More: Register at civictheatre.org/classes/yapenrollment/. Contact AnneBeck@CivicTheatre.org for questions.

Up with People performs a vibrant and inspiring musical stage show that brings the community together to enjoy a night of entertainment while encouraging people to take action in meeting the needs of their communities. Cost: $10 and $15.

More: www.zpac@zcs.k12.in.us, 317-733-4833.

Michael Bolton, the Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel

September 9 - 30 Join us at Strawtown Koteewi Park for a celebration full of lectures, activities, & FUN!

All Ages Free

For program information & registration call 317-774-2501 myhamiltoncountyparks.com - 317-770-4400

Bolton

Cost: Tickets on sale More: centerforthe now, starting at $36. performingarts.org, 317-843-3800

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Experience the high energy Up with People show featuring an international cast of 100, and seen in over 70 countries!

at Strawtown Koteewi Park

7:30 p.m., Dec. 27

How are we supposed to live without him? We can’t. The ‘80s crooner brings a full band and decades of hits on his return to The Palladium

Archaeology Month

7 p.m., Sept. 1 and 2

Friday & Saturday September 1 & 2 7pm Zionsville Performing Arts Center

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Concert to debut pipe organ By Renee Larr • news@currentincarmel.com

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Pilgrim Lutheran Church will host a concert at 7 p.m. Sept. 8 to celebrate the installation of its new pipe organ, a music project 15 years in the making. “We had heard (in approximately 2000) that our church was going to have to move and build a new building due to the highway construction at 465 and U.S. 31,” said Sarah Gran, congregation cantor. “It was our desire that we would have a new pipe organ in this building. From the early design process of the building and the sanctuary, we brought in John-Paul Buzard to meet with our architect.” The organ was custom-built for the new space at 3650 W. 106th St. . The pipes were made in Germany. All the woodwork was done at Buzard Pipe Organ Builders in Illinois. The organ was assembled in the church. “Once you get the pipes in and the casework done and it looks like it’s done, you still have to make minute adjustments to all the pipes, and there are over 2,000 pipes in this organ. Each one has to be gently tuned. It’s a very artisan-building experience,” Gran said. The organ will be used for hymns and liturgy but also concerts like the one Sept. 7. Todd Wilson, a professor at the Cleveland Institute of Music, will perform to demonstrate the varied sounds. “He’s picked pieces that are really sort

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Where’s Amy? Amy Pauszek is a photographer, film producer and scouting and casting associate for Talent Fusion Agency in Indianapolis. She can be reached at Amy@youarecurrent.com. To see more of her photos, visit currentnightandday.com.

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There’s a new film festival in town, and Where’s Amy was there to check out the opening night extravaganza and Indian film “You Are My Sunday” screening at the Indiana Historical Society. She also saw “A Suitable Girl” and “Ventilator.” Heartland Cultural Journey will feature a new nation each year to honor its culture and films. This year, India was showcased. On opening night, guests enjoyed the red carpet treatment, along with authentic Indian food tastings from The Indian Palace and a Bollywood DJ after-party. The 2018 featured nation will be Mexico. Pictured, Cultural Journey co-chairs Katrina and Frank Basile (Indianapolis), Cultural Journey Ambassador Rupal Thanawala (Carmel), Winnie Ballard and former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard (Indianapolis) with Cultural Journey Ambassador KP Singh and his wife Jan Singh (Indianapolis). (Photos by Amy Pauszek)

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BEST SEATS. BEST PRICE. Dr. Naval Sondhi with wife and Cultural Journey Chair Neelu Sondhi (Carmel).

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Taylar M. Green (Geist) of the Gregory Hancock Dance Troupe (Carmel) was stunning on stage.

From left, Dr. Anita Joshi, (Carmel), Shilpe Sinha (Carmel), director Smriti Mundhra, Nandini Sundaram (Carmel), director Sarita Khurana, Cultural Journey chair Neelu Sondhi (Carmel) and Harjeet Kaur (Carmel) pause on the red carpet.

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Commentary by Mark Johnson Where to go: Chuy’s Where it is: 14150 Town Center Blvd. When it’s open: 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday Mark’s take: How does “Tex-Mex” sound? If you’re not familiar with that term, then there’s no better place to learn than Chuy’s. However, the good times don’t stop with the food. Bring your family or friends. Chuy’s offers a lively, fun atmosphere, complete with a full bar and televisions. With Chuy’s, it’s always a blast. What to get: Would you believe an entree called “The Elvis Presley Memorial Combo?” That’s right! Chuy’s tribute to the King is a combo that features beef Tex-Mex enchilada, a chicken tomatillo enchilada, a seasoned ground sirloin crispy taco and homemade tostada chips dipped in chili con

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Chuy’s is a great place to visit for a Tex-Mex flavor. (Submitted photo)

queso. Then, how about washing it down with one of Chuy’s signature drinks, like Grand Ma’s Rockin’ Rita? What’s the cost: Entrees run $8.99 to $11.79 Carryout: Available Want to know more: Visit chuys. com or call 317-773-7733.

Behind bars: Espresso Old Fashioned

Get it at The Quirky Feather Confectionary, Carmel Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Backbone bourbon, 1 shot espresso, 2 dashes aromatic bitters, 1 tablespoon simple syrup, orange peel Directions: Shake liquid ingredients and pour over ice. Run orange peel around rim of glass, then add to cocktail.

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SEPT. SHOWCASE Five Artists Explore “Home” Sept 1-30 Reception Sept. 9, 6-9 p.m. SEPT. FIRST FRIDAY Sept 1, 6-9 p.m. Featuring The Nickel Plate Arts Noble Roots band and our Maker of the Month Greg Adams

Second Saturday Art Activities for all Nickel Plate Arts Ages: Superhero String Art Sept 9, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $5-$10 per project, depending on size and difficulty

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SEPT. EXHIBIT New Dimensions Sept 1-30

First Friday

Intuitive Abstract Painting Class Thursdays, Sept. 7-28, 6-9 p.m. $130 (includes all supplies)

Done to Death Sept 22-Oct 8, Fri. & Sat. at 8 p.m. and Sun. at 2 p.m. $15 adults, $12 children 12 and under thebelfrytheatre.com

Caravan Classes

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Open Studio at Caravan Classes Aug 24th, 6-8 p.m. Sept 28, 6-8 p.m. 92 S. 9th Street, Noblesville; $10 Squareup.com/store/caravanclasses

Partner EVENTS Hamilton County Artists’ Association

Noblesville Visitor’s Center Art Exhibit: Mary Jane Keys Sept 1-30 Noblesville Visitor’s Center Local Color Exhibit Sept 14 - 30 The Birdie Gallery 195 South 5th Street, Noblesville HCAA-in.org CONCERTS: ($12 suggested donation for all concerts) Hoot & Holler Concert: Aug 25, 7 p.m. Second Saturday Songwriters Showcase: Sept 9, 7 p.m. Von Strantz Concert: Sept 15, 7 p.m. Society of Broken Souls: Sept 30, 7p.m.

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Much Ado About Nothing by Improbable Fiction: Aug 18, 19, 25, and 26 at 8 p.m and August 27 at 2:00 p.m. The CAT Theater, 254 1st Ave SW, Carmel; $15 Atlanta, Indiana Street Dance: Aug. 27 Explore our new studio space!

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No Bake Peanut Butter Cup Bars are easy desserts to eat while standing without a fork. (Submitted photo)

Meyer Najem Showcase: Laura Stennett Aug-Oct, viewing Mon - Fri., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Meyer Najem Building, Fishers

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The top tailgate dessert is a bar that the tailgater can enjoy while standing and without a fork. A dessert like that also saves on space, which is often limited during a tailgate. Here is a recipe for No Bake Peanut Butter Cup Bars. Pack in a square container in your food cooler. Ingredients: 4 cups crushed graham crackers, 2 cups powdered sugar, 1 cup peanut butter, 1 cup melted margarine or butter, 1 cup melted chocolate chips Directions: Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or the microwave. Be sure to keep any and all water from the chocolate. In a bowl, mix grahams, sugar and peanut butter. Add the melted margarine and press the mixture into an ungreased 9-by-13 baking pan. Top with the melted chocolate. Cool and cut into bars 12 bars. These taste like peanut butter cups, only better.

Logan Street Sanctuary EVENTS: Beginning Your Memoir Workshop with Ellen Santasiero: Aug 26, 1-5 p.m., $35 loganstreetsanctuary.org

White River Sound Chorus

Harmony Happening Sept 13, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. White River Sound Guest Night Sept 26, 6:45 - 9:00 p.m. River of Life Church: 9030 E 96th, Fishers whiteriversoundchorus.org

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Blueprint for Improvement: family-friendly kitchen Commentary by Larry Greene

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Before

Background Info: This 1960s home in the Sylvan Ridge neighborhood in northern Indianapolis was a perfect space for the owners to grow with their young family. The original kitchen, however, was closed off from their living space.

Before problems: The previous kitchen was confined by a wall and two small doorways dividing the area from the remainder of the lower level, making the space appear small. Additionally, the bulkheads made the ceilings appear lower and broken up. The kitchen still had its original cabinets, which lacked appeal and functionality.

After

The goal was to create an open-concept kitchen that blended with the adjoining spaces and increase overall functionality so the owners could grow with their family! 1. The largest modification included removing the wall between the kitchen and the living room and replacing it with bar seating for the kids. 2. The next significant change was removing the bulkheads, making the height of the ceiling flush with the connecting spaces. 3. Additional changes included removing the peninsula that divided the kitchen from the bay window. This allowed a contrasting island with a single-bowl sink and a microwave drawer. 4. The addition of a pull-out snack pantry and spice accessories allowed for more efficient storage. Larry Greene is the owner of Case Design/Remodeling. You may email him at lgreene@ caseindy.com. To see more before-and-after pictures of this project, visit caseindy. com/blog.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS City of Carmel, Indiana Department Board of Public Works and Safety One Civic Square City of Carmel, Indiana 46032 Project: Project No. 17-SW-04: Highway Run Drainage Improvements Notice is hereby given that the Board of Public Works and Safety for the City of Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana will receive sealed bids for the above described “Project” at the office of the Clerk Treasurer, One Civic Square, Carmel, Indiana (City Hall) until 9:45 am EST and in the Council Chambers at the same address between the hours of 9:45 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. EST on or before September 6th, 2017, and commencing as soon as practicable thereafter on the same date such bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Council Chambers of City Hall. No late bids will be accepted. All bids and proposals shall be properly and completely executed on the proposal forms provided with the plans and specifications, which will include the non-collusion affidavit as required by the State of Indiana. The bid envelope must be sealed and have the words “BID – PROJECT No. 17-SW-04: Highway Run Drainage Improvements”. A bid bond or certified check in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount bid must be submitted with each bid. A one hundred percent (100%) performance and payment bond will also be required of the successful bidder. It is intended that actual construction of all work divisions shall be started as soon as practicable, and each bidder shall be prepared to enter promptly into a construction contract, furnish a performance bond, and begin work without delay in the event the award is made to him. The Project consists of, but is not necessarily limited to, the following: In general, the work to be completed on the Highway Run Project involves the replacement of the existing small structures carrying Highway Run from upstream of Walter Court to Downstream of Walter Street, specifically the replacement of the existing small structures over Highway Run on Walter Court located near the intersection of Walter Court and Walter Drive, the replacement of the existing small structures over Highway Run on a Private Drive for 212 Walter Street, the replacement of the existing small structures over Highway Run on Walter Street approximately 200’ east of the intersection of Walter Court and Walter Drive. The culverts will be installed with handrails along the pavement, and the pavement and ground disturbed as a result of the replacement will be restored. Along with these culvert replacements, storm sewer will be installed along Walter Court to convey flow south of Clay Terrace via closed pipe to Highway Run. Highway Run will be regraded over the project area in order to maintain positive drainage from the upstream to downstream end of the project. Finally, sidewalk will be installed along the north side of the street from Walter to the intersection of Walter Street and Clay Terrace Blvd. Contract Documents for the Project have been assembled into one bound project manual, which together with drawings, may be examined at the following locations: City of Carmel Department of Engineering - 1st Floor One Civic Square Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 571-2441 Copies of such drawings and project manuals must be obtained from Reprographix (Reprographix.com). Payments and costs of Contract Documents are non-refundable. Bidders shall assure that they have obtained complete sets of drawings and Contract Documents and shall assume the risk of any errors or omissions in bids prepared in reliance on incomplete sets of drawings and Contract Documents. This Project will be funded by the City of Carmel. A pre-bid conference for discussions of the Project, the bidding requirements and other important matters will be held on August 29th, 2017 & 1:30PM in the Caucus Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall (One Civic Square). All prospective bidders are invited to attend the pre-bid conference. The pre-bid conference is not mandatory. For special accommodations needed by handicapped individuals planning to attend the pre-bid conference or public bid opening meeting, please call or notify the city of Carmel, Engineer’s Office, at (317) 5712441 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior thereto. No bidder may withdraw any bid or proposal within a period of thirty (30) days following the date set for receiving bids or proposals. The Carmel Board of Public Works and Safety reserves the right to hold any or all bids or proposals for a period of not more than thirty (30) days and said bids or proposal shall remain in full force and effect during said period. The City of Carmel reserves the right to reject and/or cancel any and all bids, solicitations and/or offers in whole or in part as specified in the solicitations when it is not in the best interests of the governmental body as determined by the purchasing agency in accordance with IC 5-22-18-2 Christine S. Pauley Clerk-Treasurer

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Then the next girl comes in and says literally the exact same thing. It seems like the natural thing to say. In “The Bachelor” Stop! Grammar time. example, Topher and “I” share a relationship. In order to If you watch “The Bachelor “(which I most definitely do make Topher possessive (which he totally is, by the way), not), you probably hear the followgrammar guy ing phrase ad nauseam during the you would add ‘s. “Topher’s.” Pretty easy. Now, to make “I” possessive, you actually get rid of it “confessional” videos: “Topher and altogether and replace it with “my.” “My” is the possessive I’s relationship is really special. I think he may be the one.” form of “I.” So, to correctly speak or write this sentence, you would say, “Topher’s NOTICE TO BIDDERS and my relationship is reCity of Carmel, Indiana Department Board of Public Works and Safety ally special.” I know that One Civic Square sounds awkward, but it’s City of Carmel, Indiana 46032 correct. Project: Main Street and Gray Road Roundabout (Project # 16-ENG-55) Gray Road Multi-Use Path (Project # 16-ENG-97) When you are referring Carey Road and Main Street Pathway Extension (Project # 16-ENG-109) to two or more people Notice is hereby given that the Board of Public Works and Safety for the City of Carmel, Hamilton who share the same County, Indiana will receive sealed bids for the above described “Project” at the office of the Clerk Treasurer, thing, you only need to One Civic Square, Carmel, Indiana (City Hall) until 9:45 EST and in the Council Chambers at the same address between the hours of 9:45 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. EST on or before September 6, 2017, and add ‘s to the last person commencing as soon as practicable thereafter on the same date such bids will be publicly opened and read listed. So, if you’re a conaloud in the Council Chambers of City Hall. No late bids will be accepted. testant on “The Bachelor,” All bids and proposals shall be properly and completely executed on the proposal forms provided with the and you are referring to plans and specifications, which will include the non-collusion affidavit as required by the State of Indiana. The bid envelope must be sealed and have the words “BID – Main Street and Gray Road Roundabout (Project another girl’s relationship # 16-ENG-55), Gray Road Multi-Use Path (Project # 16-ENG-97), and Carey Road and Main Street with our boy Topher, you Pathway Extension (Project # 16-ENG-109).” would write/say, “Topher A bid bond or certified check in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount bid must be and Krystyn’s relationship submitted with each bid. A one hundred percent (100%) performance and payment bond will also be required of the successful bidder. It is intended that actual construction of all work divisions shall be started as soon makes me want to hurl.” as practicable, and each bidder shall be prepared to enter promptly into a construction contract, furnish a Even though that’s a terperformance bond, and begin work without delay in the event the award is made to him. rible way to spell Kristen, The Project consists of, but is not necessarily limited to, the following: Intersection improvement at Main Street and Gray Road will consist of replacing a signalized intersection it’s a grammatically corwith a roundabout. The proposed roundabout will provide 2 lanes of travel for east-west traffic and a single rect sentence. lane for north-south traffic. A multi-use path will be installed along the west side of Gray road and along the In the case of multiple north side of Main Street. Sidewalks will be replaced wherever necessary. owners who have sepaMulti-use path improvements along Gray Road consist of replacing sidewalk along the west side of Gray Road with a new multi-use path. The shared used path will start approximately 1000 feet north of the rate ownership, you add intersection of 116th Street and Gray Road and continue to the intersection of 136th Street and Gray Road. ’s to each name. Krystyn Pathway improvements along Carey Road and Main Street consist of connecting the existing sidewalk and Ashlee each have on the east side of Carey Road from the sidewalk previously constructed as a part of the Carey Road and a different relationship Hawthorne Drive Roundabout and the existing sidewalk to the north. The sidewalk will maintain a buffer between the roadway and the sidewalk location. Also, the section of pathway along Main Street from with Topher, so if you Harrowgate Drive to Cool Creek Court will be reconstructed. This section of the project will include the were griping about their construction of a modular block wall on the backside of a portion of the new pathway. relationships, you’d say Contract Documents for the Project have been assembled into one bound project manual, which together something like, “Krystyn’s with drawings, may be examined at the following locations: City of Carmel and Ashlee’s relationships Department of Engineering - 1st Floor with Topher make me One Civic Square want to eat my feelings.” Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 571-2441 This grammar terminolCopies of such drawings and project manuals must be obtained from Reprographix (Reprographix.com). ogy of compound ownerPayments and costs of Contract Documents are non-refundable. ship is called compound, Bidders shall assure that they have obtained complete sets of drawings and Contract Documents and or joint, possession. And shall assume the risk of any errors or omissions in bids prepared in reliance on incomplete sets of drawings and Contract Documents. while joint possession is This Project will be funded by the City of Carmel. still illegal in most states, A pre-bid conference for discussions of the Project, the bidding requirements and other important good grammar is always matters will be held on August 30, 2017 at 10:00 am in the Caucus Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall (One welcome. Civic Square). All prospective bidders are invited to attend the pre-bid conference. The pre-bid conference is not mandatory. For special accommodations needed by handicapped individuals planning to attend the pre-bid conference or public bid opening meeting, please call or notify the city of Carmel, Engineer’s Office, at (317) 571-2441 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior thereto. 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Reagan’s contributions to the collapse of the Soviet Union. A vigorous-looking president stares right through the Red Army memorial toward the United States Embassy on the other side. Don Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. For the full column visit donknebel.com. You may contact him at news@currentzionsville.com.

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