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From left, Carmel Fire Dept. maintenance technician Jason Force, maintenance chief Scott Osborne and retired battalion chief Gary Dufek are working to restore a 1960 CFD firetruck. (Photo by Ann Marie Shambaugh) Founded October 24, 2006, at Carmel, IN Vol. XI, No. 9 Copyright 2016. Current Publishing, LLC All Rights Reserved. 30 South Range Line Road Carmel, IN 46032 317.489.4444 info@youarecurrent.com The views of the columnists in Current in Carmel are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of this newspaper.
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Beazer amends neighborhood plan
Carmel library honored – The Carmel Clay Public Library has been named a 2017 Star Library by the Library Journal Index of Public Library Service. The index compares U.S. public libraries with peers in similar budget categories based on five types of output measures of their per capita use. The Carmel library is a four-star library in the $5 to $9.9 million budget range. It is one of four libraries in Indiana to receive a Star Library rating this year.
By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com After discussions with the Carmel City Council, Beazer Homes has agreed to make changes to the proposed developdevelopment ment The Reserve at Cool Creek, which is northeast of 136th Street and Keystone Parkway. The development will still target people 55 years and older, but a plan to include “villa” style homes, which featured two dwellings per building, has been eliminated. Beazer originally proposed 157 homes, including 104 villas and 52 detached ranch-style homes for the 59-acre parcel. Some residents in adjacent neighborhoods complained that this would be too dense and would not fit with the feel of the area. Now, Beazer will build between 142 and 144 homes, and all will be single-family detached homes. All lots will have a minimum 50-foot width, and the home square footage will range from 1,500 to 2,500. The base price range will be between $290,000 and $325,000, which is higher than the original proposal. Originally, the lowest base price was $260,000. The sizes essentially will be the same for each home, but they will be detached instead of attached. A basement would be an option on all homes. “It’s a great use of this site and provides neighbors with a high-quality neighborhood,” City Council President Sue Finkam said. “Neighborhood groups were adamant that villas be
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Beazer Homes is proposing a neighborhood designed for residents age 55 and older northeast of 136th Street and Keystone Parkway. (Submitted photo)
removed. I’m very appreciative of Beazer for listening and providing an acceptable alternative. I anticipate this plan, or one very similar to it, will make it out of the Land Use Committee on Dec. 13 and will be voted on and approved by the council at the Dec. 18 meeting.” In addition, Beazer has made a commitment to preserve the historic home at 2724 E. 136th St. that once was thought would be demolished for this project. In a recent council meeting, Beazer told the public it would put it in writing that the 1834 home would be saved.
Express Transit fares to decrease – Effective Jan. 1, the fare to ride Hamilton County Express Public Transit will change. The fare will be lowered from $5 to $3 per one-way trip. A 10-ride pass for $30 will be available. HCE is discontinuing its one-month pass for unlimited rides and its student discount. To request a ride on Hamilton County Express, call 317773-2668, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m, Mon.-Fri. Santa at Clay Terrace – Santa Claus will usher in the holiday season at Clay Terrace in his house in front of Dick’s Sporting Goods during retail hours from now through Dec. 24. For more information, visit clayterrace. com.
Council considers $10.5M for KAR garage By Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com Carmel-based KAR Auction Services announced in September that a new $80 million headquarters would be city news built to add 400 additional employees. Now, the Carmel City Council is considering $10.5 million in bonds to pay for a parking garage for the company. The city said KAR will assume the risk for the bonds. The five-story, 250,000-square-foot headquarters will be at the northeast corner of Illinois and West 111th streets. It is about 2
miles south of the current headquarters at 13085 Hamilton Crossing Blvd., which houses 900 employees. The debt will be paid through tax increment financing, which collects increases in property tax revenue in an area. Carmel expects $1 million in taxes annually from the TIF zone, and the Carmel Redevelopment Commission will keep $100,000 of those taxes for paying other debt. KAR would buy Carmel’s bonds and assume the risk, which means if there isn’t enough tax revenue to repay the debt, Carmel taxpayers would not be on the hook. The interest
rate would be between 4.5 and 5.5 percent. “We’re not going to have to be responsible for the loan,” city councilor Bruce Kimball said. “We’re giving them TIF. It’s great to see KAR grow while other communities are offering all sorts of tax incentives to try to attract these businesses. KAR has chosen to grow in Carmel because they like it here and they like our quality of life.” KAR is a global provider of services and technology solutions for the wholesale usedvehicle industry with annual revenue of more than $3 billion. The company employs 17,400 people worldwide.
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A water main upgrade is under way on Range CONSTRUCTION Line Road between City Center and Executive drives. Once the water main is relocated, traffic will move to the inner lanes of Range Line Road for work on the outer lanes. The road will remain open throughout the project. City officials have not indicated when the project will be complete. River Road is closed between 146th Street and Community Drive for a reconstruction project expected to be complete in mid-month. The project will include a two-lane boulevard and a new roundabout at Cherry Creek Boulevard. Spring Mill Road is closed between 106th and 116th streets, with additional lane restrictions between Main Street and Mallard Court. The road is expected to reopen in mid-month. Veterans Way at Carmel Civic Square is closed through the end of the month as overhead power lines are buried from city hall to midtown. Access to the south parking lot at city hall is limited to vehicles accessing the lot off of southbound Range Line Road.
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No Shave November results – The Carmel Police Dept. officers and civilian employees once again participated in No Shave November. Officers and civilians participated in the program and helped raise money for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. CPD employees raised a total of $7,507 for LLS along with community sponsors.
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City council approves funds for repaving, Keystone roundabout Compiled by Adam Aasen • adam@youarecurrent.com The Carmel City Council met Dec. 4 to discuss street repaving, the 96th Street and Keystone Parkway roundabout and more. What happened: The City Council approved $423,690 for street repaving. What it means: City councilor Bruce Kimball said the money was available near the end of 2017 because some planned leases for the Carmel Street Dept. were not needed, which freed money for repaving.
What’s next: Most of the repaving will be done in the Central District.
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What happened: The Carmel City Council approved $2 million from Hamilton County for the 96th Street and Keystone Parkway roundabout. What it means: In 2018, Carmel will begin transforming the intersection into a roundabout interchange similar to other roundabouts along Keystone, such as at 116th Street, Carmel Drive, 126th Street and Main Street. There will be a bridge so north-south traffic will not need to stop.
What’s next: The council voted unanimously to suspend the rules and immediately accept the money.
What happened: A proposal to add a new full-time, paid position for a bicycle administrator is still being considered. What it means: The position could pay up to $69,000 a year and would be responsible for bicycle safety programs, events, marketing efforts and more.
What’s next: The council will discuss the matter at its next meeting of the Finance, Utility and Rules Committee.
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Librarian honored for flexibility By Renee Larr • news@currentincarmel.com Carmel Clay Public Library Assistant Director Nancy Newport was recently honored with the achievement 2017 Indiana Library Federation Outstanding Librarian Award. The award recognizes excellence and innovative leadership in the development of library services and remarkable service to the profession. Newport has worked at CCPL since 2000 and became the assistant director a year later. CCPL Director Bob Swanay nominated her for the award. Nominees are reviewed by the federation’s awards committee and approved by its board of directors. “Nancy’s outstanding service throughout different roles as a librarian impressed the committee,” said Tisa Davis, ILF communications manager. Newport’s service includes acting as the interim director for CCPL in 2015 and 2016. She has served as the interim business manager during her time there and is the manager of the mobile library. Newport has written several articles for the American Library Association and the Journal of Academic Librarianship.
Nancy Newport received the 2017 Indiana Library Federation Outstanding Librarian Award. (Submitted photo)
The long-time Carmel resident is proud to have been recognized by her peers. “I feel quite honored,” Newport said. “You work hard, you try to do your best and people have noticed. That really affected me. I was so surprised. It meant a lot to me.”
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Library’s Literary Travel Club launches with England trip By Heather Collins news@currentincarmel.com
Westminster Abbey, which holds the tombs and memorials of several famous writers, including Geoffrey Chaucer, Charles Dickens and Dylan Thomas as well as Queen ElizaThe Carmel Clay Public Library will take beth I and Charles Darwin. readers on a literary adventure through The trip also will include a walkEngland. The Literary travel Travel Club will launch ing tour of Oxford, which inspired generations of writers, including next year with a weekJ.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, a tour long trip to England Sept. 18 to 26. of the Globe Theatre and an op“If you love the Carmel library, if tional stop at the Warner Brothers you love books and if you love to Studio Tour: The Making of Harry travel, then this is the perfect trip Potter. for you,” said Elizabeth Hamilton, Hamilton The trip also will include surprise CCPL foundation director. literary guests and a literary pub crawl The library teamed with Carmel Travel through London, from Fitzrovia to Soho. Company to create the travel package. The price includes land transportation, Travelers will visit the Jane Austen’s accommodations, meals, admission, profesHouse Museum, Beatrix Potter’s the Tailor sional tour and city guides, luggage hanof Gloucester museum and shop, Stratdling and all taxes and tips. The price does ford-Upon-Avon to see the home where not include roundtrip airfare. Shakespeare was born and grew up, Anne For information or to sign-up, contact Hathaway’s cottage and gardens, a behindMelisa Keizer with Carmel Travel Company the-scenes tour of the filming of Harry at 317-848-2990 or melisa@carmeltravelPotter at Gloucester Cathedral, 221b Baker company.com. Street (the home of Sherlock Holmes) and
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“If you don’t get (students) enthusiastic and excited about reading at this age, elementary, then you can lose them,” QuakenLiz Quakenbush spends her free time col- bush said. “So, I’m trying my best to make sure that these kids have the opportunity lecting books, and for 19 years, she held an to read books and become better annual book sale education at the beginning readers.” Because she is just the sponsor, of each school students act as the employees. year to help boost her students’ Each class has two designated cahome libraries. However, she felt shiers, one bagger and one stocker. that she could do more. Cashiers are trained and must use “The socioeconomics of my mental math. During the last 10 to school have changed compared to Quakenbush 15 minutes of class, the store is 20 years ago, and I felt that having open for students to use. one week of giving away two books and Quakenbush said they have sold more letting them buy books was not meetthan 8,000 books and given away more ing the needs of my students here at my than 5,000 since the store opened in March school,” said Quakenbush, media specialist 2016. Of those books, 1,000 were given at Orchard Park Elementary. away because of student donations to the Quakenbush collaborated with students money jar. to come up with something that would betThe store sold approximately 1,700 books ter fit those needs. She created a nonprofit bookstore called QuakenBOOKS that is open at a Sept. 30 event. The next one is planned after winter break. all year and offers books for 50 cents or “I’m very very proud of the students and less, with the money going back into the store. Students can donate spare change to happy that they’re excited,” she said. “As I said, I think it’s my legacy.” the money jar to help other students who can’t purchase books.
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Bus driver retires after 49 years By Dawn Pearson news@currentincarmel.com Carmel didn’t have any roundabouts when Gene Baker began driving a bus for Carmel Clay Schools achievement 49 years ago. At his surprise retirement party Nov. 17, he remembered those times as “the good days.” “One of the reasons I gave it up is because there is so much more traffic and traffic is so bad in the roundabouts. The roundabouts are not bus-friendly, and the new structures in the center of the roundabouts make it very hard to see in front of you,” Baker said. “Personal drivers don’t follow the speed limits and think (the roundabouts) are their personal Indy 500 track.” Baker began driving buses in August 1969. His wife, Renaye, drove a bus for CCS from 1979 to 2006. Between the two of them, they drove Carmel students to and from school a combined 75 years. The Bakers met when he was managing the old Carmel Theatre and Renaye became a concessioner in 1965. They fell in love and married in 1968. When the theatre closed, Gene suggested she start driving a bus,
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Gene and Renaye Baker have nearly 75 years of combined experience driving Carmel children to and from school. (Photo by Dawn Pearson)
too. She didn’t know if she could but eventually gave it a try. Gene drove thousands of kids during his career. “Some of the kids I started off driving back in 1969 are grandparents now, and I’m driving some of their grandchildren,” Baker said. He is waiting to get through the holidays and into the new year to figure out what he wants to do next. “The first day not driving was just another day for me, but I have enjoyed the kids all these years,” he said. “They have all without exception brought me joy and happiness.”
Girl Scouts name CEO – Danielle Shockey, a Girl Scout alumna, will become the organization’s CEO beginning Jan. 1. Shockey has a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Ball State University and a master’s in Shockey educational leadership from Indiana University. Most recently, she has served as deputy superintendent of public instruction for the IDOE. Reading grants awarded – More than 70 nonprofits, including Carmel High School, have received funding to help bring the book Frankenstein to life in a statewide read of the book in 2018. The grants are part of the year-long One State/One Story: Frankenstein program.
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Toto was a part of the action as enthusiastic volunteers prepared boxes before being sent out all over town. On a chilly fall Saturday, Toto joined more than 120 volunteers from Traders Point North Church in Carmel for “Random Acts of Donuts.” The goal was to distribute more than 5,000 donuts to local businesses throughout Carmel, Westfield and Fishers. The volunteers also had buckets of cleaning supplies in hand and offered to clean bathrooms. The reason was clear on cards taped to the boxes: “Because you matter, you are loved, and working on the weekend is always better with donuts.” (Photo by Julie Osborne) Follow Toto and Oz’s adventures on their blog: OzandToto.com.
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Jenny’s mom, a teacher at Cardinal Ritter High School, mentioned she had a student, Nicolle Loza, who was great at drawing and thought perhaps she could help. “I saw some of her other work and was impressed. Nicolle and I got in touch and she came up with a few sketches,” Bryant said. “As soon as she sent them, I was hooked and so excited. I think her drawings really make this book. They are so fun and colorful, great for kids.” The book — Bryant’s first — is available in a paperback on Amazon for $10.99. Jenny has another children’s picture book planned but said it’s in the “very early stages” and wants to have it published within the next year.
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Homeschool team finds success By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Doug Thornton is convinced there are many lessons to be learned through sports. “Team work, how to basketball persevere, how to work on a skill and that all translates,” Thornton said. “When you are homeschooled, there is nowhere to go when you get to high school.” Thornton has eight children, four girls and four boys, ranging in age from 33 to 14. His youngest two are playing homeschooled basketball like the others. The Carmel resident is the coach of the Northwest Warriors’ 14U team, which includes his son Dilan, 14. His son Drew, 17, is a junior on the varsity team. As of Dec. 2, the varsity team was 12-1, and it won the Tip Off tournament in Arkansas. Last year, the team finished 30-8 and was 10th in the national rankings before the 2016-17 postseason. The Warriors’ junior varsity team finished 25-1 last season, reaching the national championship game before losing. The Northwest Warriors play their home games at Traders Point Christian Academy in Whitestown.
From left, Drew, Doug, Ryne and Dilan Thornton of Carmel attend a Northwest Warriors basketball practice. (Photo by Lisa Price)
“Since 1997, I’ve been coaching homeschool basketball,” Thornton said. “I started with this league about 2000.” Nathan Benjamin, Carmel, has been playing with the Warriors for three years. “You get team spirit,” said Benjamin, who played baseball, soccer and flag football with the Carmel Dads’ Club. “I’ve met a lot of friends since I’ve been playing (with the Warriors).” Among the 51 Warriors players from central Indiana, eight are from the Carmel area. Sam Wood, Carmel, serves as the vice president for Northwest Sports Club, which runs the Warriors teams. Wood said the number of homeschool teams is growing. He has two sons, Christian, 13, and Carson, 16, in the Warriors’ program. Learn more at northwestwarriorbasketball.com
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A long journey 1960 and find out whether it was the original CFD truck. “Within two minutes, I opened the driver’s door, and the driver’s door still had a City of Carmel inventory tag, so I knew it was our truck,” Dufek said. Next, Dufek launched a funding campaign and By Heather Collins • news@currentincarmel.com soon received $10,000 from the Clay Township trustee. A 1960 firetruck that battled blazes for deOn Aug. 15, Dufek, along with Rick Martin, the cades in the Midwest is preparing to return to son of Jim Martin and CFD mechanic, and logistic its original station in Carmel. chief Scott Osborne and mechanic technician COVER STORY Retired Carmel Fire Dept. Bat- Jason Force, traveled 370 miles to Kentucky and talion Chief Gary Dufek led brought the firetruck back to Carmel on a flat bed. the effort to bring the truck home and preserve a “It was kind of neat when we delivered the piece of Carmel history. truck and we pushed it back into the bay,” Dufek Dufek started looking into the whereabouts said. of the 1960 Ford Dufek’s goal C850 firetruck is to have the after learning that truck serve as an retired CFD Aseducational display sistant Chief Jim that explores CFD Martin of the Carhistory and tradimel Fire Buffs and tion at the Carmel Fire Dept. Museum Fire Buffs and Fire wanted to have a Dept. Museum, 210 true Carmel fire1st Ave SW. truck on-site. “My vision is to “It inspired me see a full restorato start looking,” tion,” Dufek said. Dufek said. CFD firefighter Dufek joined and spokesman CFD in 1974 and Tim Griffin said served on the preserving the From left, Carmel Fire Dept. maintenance technician Jason truck with Martin. history of CFD is Force, retired battalion chief Gary Dufek and maintenance At the time, CFD important. chief Scott Osborne are working to restore a 1960 firetruck was very small, “If it wasn’t for that began its career in Carmel and was recently discovered in Dufek said, with those firefighters, a Kentucky salvage yard. (Photo by Ann Marie Shambaugh) only two stations. the firefighters on CFD purchased the truck brand new in 1960, and that truck, we wouldn’t be where we are today,” it serviced Carmel until 1981 when it was sold to Griffin said. the Fishers Fire Dept. Dufek estimates a full restoration will take In 1993, through an agreement with the Indimore than two years and cost roughly $150,000. ana State Fire Marshal’s office and the state of The group has begun working on the project and Kentucky, the truck was gifted to the Kinniconick found a donor truck from Mexia, Texas, to replace Volunteer Fire Dept. in Vanceburg, Ky. The truck the deteriorating cab. The City of Carmel added a was in service there until 2001. line item in next year’s budget with $25,000 for Dufek wasn’t sure of the whereabouts of the the project. CFD also will conduct fundraisers. truck when its service discontinued, but he The group is accepting donations for the resreached out to Chief Matt Ross of the Kinniconick toration at the Carmel Fire Buffs and Fire Dept. Fire Dept. in May. Ross sent Dufek images of a Museum, 210 1st Ave SW. Donations can be sent to truck that had been sitting in a salvage yard in 2 Civic Square, Carmel IN 46032 and made out to Morehead, Ky. Carmel Fire Buffs/Engine Restoration. Dufek said he was 90 percent sure it was the After restoration, Dufek said the firetruck can original CFD firetruck from the photographs. On rest in the same position at the same station June 24, Dufek drove to Kentucky to meet Ross where it first began its service.
CFD to restore original 1960 Carmel firetruck discovered in Kentucky salvage yard
The 1960 Ford C850 firetruck is manufactured by Howe Fire Apparatus in Anderson and purchased by CFD
1981 The truck is sold to the Fishers Fire Dept.
Old Engine 1 in operation at CFD’s Station 3. CFD used the truck from 1960 to 1981. (Submitted photo)
May 1993 2001 The firetruck discontinues service.
Through an agreement with the Indiana State Fire Marshall’s Office and the state of Kentucky, the firetruck is donated to the Kinniconick Fire Dept., a volunteer fire department in Vanceburg, Ky.
March 2017 CFD retired chief Gary Dufek begins his search for the firetruck.
Old Engine 1 rests in a salvage yard in Morehead, Ky. (Submitted photo)
Aug 15, 2017 Dufek and others drive to Kentucky to pick up the firetruck, begin restoration and bring it back to its original bay in Carmel.
May 2017 Dufek connects with Kinniconick Fire Dept. Chief Matt Ross. Ross photographs a firetruck in a salvage yard in Morehead, Ky.
June 24, 2017 Dufek meets Matt Ross at a Salvage Yard in Kentucky to verify whether the firetruck was the original from the Carmel Fire Dept.
Oct. 2017 A donor truck is found in Mexia, Texas.
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Commentary by Terry Anker Recently, in a meeting waiting for the inevitable straggler to arrive so that we could begin, small talk around the table turned to politics. This wasn’t of the Donald Trump or Barack Obama variety. It was bit more banal. And, in some ways, a bit more insidious. The tone of a few turned to vetting the ideology of a few who were not in the room. “I think that Jane doesn’t share our views,” one person said. The problem with Jane, it seemed, was that her lifestyle choices suggested a lack of progressiveness on her part. Asked if Jane had said or done something to offend the excoriating colleague, he asserted that she had not but that he sensed that she might be wrong-minded. Another contributor to the organization jumped into the back-talking about Jane to posit that anyone who doesn’t fit the “culture” of the group should be encouraged to get the “right” mind frame or be gone. Does Jane fit? What if her perceived views – or worse, personal choices – are not in step with the controlling sect of the assemblage? If diversity is valued, do we solely regard a diversity of certain types but not others? Another, defended Jane’s right to think, to herself, anyway, in a direction that might not be consistent with what the cool kids might like. Just as the battle lines were drawn, the late-comer found a seat and the matter was dropped. Group culture and cohesion do matter. Any coach will claim that the players on the most effective teams share common beliefs, work ethic and demeanors. But, if diversity, especially that of dogma, is most important, can we hope to find any real harmony? Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@youarecurrent.com.
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READERS ’ V I EWS Should broken windows be replaced? Editor, I can’t help but think of Frederic Bastiat’s broken window fallacy when thinking about the apparent success of the Christmas market and the unresolved situation with the school system leaders on suspension. This theory posits that what is easy to measure is the seen (fixing a broken window provides a job to the window repairman), but what is hard to measure is the economic productivity that is lost because the window owner
spent the money on a window rather than other productive items. What would shoppers and taxpayers have spent money on if the Christmas market didn’t exist? On the other hand, with the superintendent and HR director, we see that student and teacher performance have probably not been impacted by their extended absences. Do those broken windows need to be replaced at all? Eric Morris Home Place (for a few more weeks)
No truth to these rumors Editor, As the official non-mayor of Camel, I am compelled by my non-oath of nonoffice to dispel pernicious rumors spread round about the city. There is no truth to the rumors that: • The Ministry of Silly Sculptures proposed that the Carmel Drive-Range Line roundabout art be a debt clock. • The Official Breakfast Cereal of Carmelaks is Cheerios. • The city fathers have petitioned the U.S. Dept. of Transportation to rename I-465 “The Great Indianapolis Roundabout.”
• The new owners of two nearby casino and racetrack operations will refer to them as Casino and Horse Race Roundabout Facilities. • The mayor prefers to be called “Mayor 007. Bonds. James (Bonds) Brainard.” • Several miles of Carmel sidewalks are among the 30 most impressive ancient ruins in the world. • The lobby of the proposed ritzy new hotel is the future site of the Farmers’ Market. I’m ever-alert to exploding other myths. Stay tuned. Bill Shaffer, Carmel
The moment has arrived, friends. Today, I engage in a biannual battle with my husband, Doo, as part of the ongohumor ing “Tinsel War.” Launched in 1996, the conflict essentially pits my Christmas traditions against Doo’s, with me insisting that a tree is essentially naked without the glittery beauty of shredded faux-aluminum. Doo disagrees. Vehemently. To keep this marriage alive, we decided long ago to alternate our tinsel years so that each of us can relive the holiday magic of our childhoods precisely as we remember, at least every other December. The problem is that going without tinsel is easier on me than incorporating tinsel is on Doo. He can’t stand the application (which I insist is done in a precise, systematic manner to ensure proper coverage and consistency), the mess (which admittedly dominates the main floor for as long as the tree stands) or the idea of finding tinsel in our vacuum, couch and the occasional shoe until July. Although I may enjoy a stunning tinsel-frosted Fraser this year, I’ll also have to deal with Mr. Grinch and his incessant complaining. Even worse, Doo has somehow indoctrinated our two sons into agreeing with him! I still have the girls on my side, but all this bah-humbugging makes me want to literally shove tinsel up their Ebenezers. Doo’s forces have taken hits with Boy No. 1 away at college and Boy No. 2 hunkered down with a cold. But should he muster some sort of resistance, I’ve devised a clever, snowflaking maneuver that will result in heavy male losses. Let the 11th battle of the “Tinsel War” commence! Peace out. Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.
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Credit rating downgrade, roundabouts reasons for concern Editor, Thank you for including the S&P rating report in the Nov. 21 edition of Current. The findings may be a surprise to a few, but not to many. I think most engaged people who live in Carmel knew that it couldn’t last forever. The debt-to-income ratio, as the article states, has been more and more off balance with each passing year, especially since Mayor Brainard “won” his second and third terms up to the current administration. I doubt it will happen, but the city council had better get a hold of things and stop the madness. My second point, which is attached to the first, regards the roundabouts, especially the one at 116th Street and Hazel Dell Parkway. Recently, I was headed east, taking my grandson to school. An accident happened just before I got there. Two police officers were there, and a third pulled
up and blocked the lane in which I was traveling. A few minutes passed and one of the previous police cars pulled out and went just in front of the accident cars. I proceeded to take my grandson to school. I can only assume it was because of the south-bound, far-right turn lane, in which you can also go straight, thus, an unsuspecting driver was not ready or realized that the lane could go straight. The following day I was almost that driver. I had checked “the circle” to see if any drivers were going to turn and head south on Hazel Dell, as a couple did. As I was still looking for traffic, a driver who appeared to be going above the speed limit of 40 mph came blowing through the roundabout and almost hit me. Is it time to do something about that particular lane before someone gets killed? Ron Eskew, Carmel
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Give the gift of ... plastic grills? Commentary by Dick Wolfsie During the past several years, I have saved my Hammacher Schlemmer catalogs and poked fun at their prodhumor ucts. Here are a few of my favorites. World’s Largest Gummy Bear: This gummy bear is 1,000 times larger than your average fruit bear (say that in Yogi Bear’s voice and it’s a lot funnier). HS advises that it tastes best when kept in the fridge and then sliced into cutlets, which is a term that should really be left for veal. The giant gummy bear is cherry-flavored and serves 12 kids. Or 106 adults. Fish-Catching RC Boat: The perfect gift for the absolute laziest person in your life. It’s a pint-sized boat that fishes for you. Yes, it trolls the lake, sets the hook when the fish strikes and then brings the fish back to shore. It’s $69.95, and for an extra six bucks you can get a sign to put on your front door: Home fishing. The Smart Brella: An umbrella that has a smartphone attached to the handle. While walking in the rain, you can hit the button and make a call. People thought you were crazy talking to yourself with
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that Bluetooth gizmo in your ear. Now, the whole neighborhood thinks you are having a conversation with an inanimate object. Here’s my prediction for what people will say about you when they see you using this contraption: “Mostly funny, with only a slight chance of sanity.” The Reading Time Clock: This is the dumbest gadget ever. Instead of numbers on a round clock, it has real words that come up on a screen. So, it might say: it’s eight thirty. A minute later we see: it’s eight thirty-one. Who would want this as a gift? Maybe it’s for people who are literate but just never learned numbers? The Children’s Weber Grill: For kids who already have iPhones and computers and high-tech video games. What fun, to have a fake plastic grill so you can pretend you are cooking a plastic hot dog on pretend coals. Learn to be just like Dad, who in 17 years behind the barbecue still can’t figure out medium rare.
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Dispatches Weighted blankets for sleep – Weighted blankets have long been used to treat children with anxiety, ADHD and other disorders that can disrupt sleep. Now, new research shows they are beneficial to adults with sleep issues as well. Subjects who used weighted blankets reported that they feel asleep faster, slept more deeply and woke more refreshed. Some people should not use these blankets, however, including those with respiratory or circulatory disorders. Source: BottomLineInc. Good for achy hands – These are some of the best gadgets for people with achy hands: 1. Dexter DuoGlide knives – curved blades allow for more rocking of the knife. 2. West Bend electric can opener – operates hands free. 3. Touch N Brush – a hands free toothpaste dispenser. 4. Pen Again – makes holding pens easier. Source: BottomLinePersonal.com Hand strength and blood pressure – People taking medication for high blood pressure lowered their systolic (top number) blood pressure by five points by squeezing a handgrip exerciser three times a week for eight weeks. Participants squeezed the exerciser a total of four times at each session. Source: Scandinavian Journal of Medicine & Science in Sports. Benefits of oregano oil – Oregano is a very powerful herb loaded with antioxidants – three times more than blueberries. It is super antibacterial, antifungal and antiviral. It has been shown to kill cancer cells. Look for Mediterranean oregano oil, with a carvacrol concentration of at least 70 percent. Source: Naturalon.com Free meditation class – Sahaja Meditation Indiana presents a free mediation class at 7 p.m. on Fridays. Learn to reduce stress and experience inner peace through meditation. The class will be held at Old National Bank, 1430 S. Range Line Rd. For more, visit IndianaMeditation.org. Health and fitness classes – Witham Health Services offers several health and fitness classes for all ages and fitness levels. Classes include: Breastfeeding Education, Diabetes Management, Rock Steady Boxing, Silver Sneakers, Tai Chi and more. Some classes are free. For times and locations, visit witham.org or call 765-485-8120.
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in a cafe I felt like I really wanted to bring that to Carmel,” Voci said. The Death Cafe meets four times per Death is often a dreaded topic that year. The meeting has no agenda other isn’t talked about until it’s too late. One than to discuss death with othCarmel resiDEATH CAFÉ dent wants to ers. It’s free of ideology. “Many people are simply inchange that by terested in talking about death. offering a quarterly Death Café They want to ask questions of meeting, where death is the main each other,”Voci said. “They want topic. to hear what others have to say. “Death and life are two sides of They want to experience other the same coin,” said Elaine Voci, Voci people’s thoughts about some of Death Cafe facilitator. “You can’t the things they’re thinking about.” talk about one without talking about the The Death Cafe is not for those actively other. Everyone knows they’re going to grieving the loss of a loved one. Voci typidie one day, and that’s the common thing cally refers those individuals to groups that we all share with one another. The better suited for their needs. objective of the cafe is to increase the The group will meet a final time in 2017 awareness of death (to help) participants at 2 p.m. Dec. 17 at Heartland Unitarian make the most of their lives.” Death Cafes began in Europe six or sev- Universalist Church, 9870 N. Michigan Rd. Dates for 2018 are not set. Meetings are en years ago. They’re spreading quickly free but participants must register in throughout the U.S. and the world. advance by calling 317-730-5481. For more, “I heard about it when I was going visit elainevoci.com. through celebrant school. The minute I heard the story and heard what happens
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Encore Sotheby’s moves in By Rick Morwick • rick@youarecurrent.com
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Less than a year after groundbreaking, Encore Sotheby’s International Realty has settled into its new real estate luxury headquarters in the Carmel corridor. Formerly housed on the north side of Indianapolis, Encore moved into its $5 million, three-story building at 12411 N Pennsylvania St. two weeks before Thanksgiving. Encore occupies the entire third floor of the 20,000-square-foot structure and plans to lease the remaining space by the first quarter of next year. “The building’s terrific. It’s everything we hoped it would be,” said Mark Zuckerman, Encore’s founding principal. “From an architectural perspective, it’s instantly recognizable. We’ve gotten a lot of great comments from the community about the way that the building looks and about its uniqueness from an architectural perspective.” Combining brand recognition, functionality and easy access for clients and realty agents were the primary drivers behind Encore Sotheby’s decision to relocate from 9510 N. Meridian St. in Indianapolis into a new facility. The firm announced its plan for the new building, Encore On Point, on
Dec. 15, 2016. Amenities include more meeting space, more open space and a 1,600-square foot roof garden. “What we really wanted was an instantly recognizable headquarters building for Encore Sotheby’s in a location that would make sense for where we do business,” Zuckerman said. “We like the location.” Zuckerman said the new office is easy to access for clients, agents and employees from across Hamilton County. Zuckerman expects to announce the tenants in the near future. For the moment, Encore Sotheby’s lone neighbor is Jetlinx, a private aviation company that occupies a suite on the third floor.
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On a recent trip, our pilot was excited to announce that he got us to our destination 20 minutes earcustomer service ly. I was happy to hear that and it seemed my fellow passengers were, too! As we sat on the tarmac, our pilot announced that we were so early there was no open gate. We waited awhile longer and then finally parked at a gate where we waited for someone to extend the walkway for us to deplane. In the end, we were actually on the plane longer than we would have been had we landed on time. This incident made me think about airlines metrics. If airline leadership looked at the arrival time, they would see a positive metric. But, if you talked to any passengers, the feedback would not be as positive. Most businesses collect a lot of data. But if they don’t collect the right data or truly understand the data, they may not be getting an accurate picture. Businesses collect an endless amount of data. They might collect data on call center
volume, peak times they receive calls and call abandonment rates. They might collect data on customer time spent on their website and where they clicked. These are examples of quantitative data that provide one layer of information. Our flight duration and arrival time are examples of quantitative data. What quantitative data does not tell you is the customers’ motivation behind the activity, feelings or thoughts about an interaction. Why did they call you? What caused their satisfaction or dissatisfaction? Why did they click through your website but not make a purchase? This is qualitative data, and it gets at underlying reasons, motivations and opinions of your customers. Altough it may be more difficult to obtain and analyze, this is critical data for businesses. Read the full column — including ways to gather qualitative data — at currentincarmel.com. George Klein is the CEO/ Founder of Peoplocity, a customer feedback platform. Contact him at George@ peoplocity.com
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Clay Terrace boutique opens after online sales soar By Heather Collins news@currentincarmel.com What started as a few racks of clothing at an airbrush tanning salon in Scottsdale, Ariz., has turned into closet candy a multi-million dollar boutique anchored in central Indiana in only a few short but difficult years. Christina Smith, who moved to Zionsville in 2015 to be near family, opened Closet Candy Boutique in Carmel’s Clay Terrace. It’s the company’s first brick-and-mortar store, but it had already gained quite a following across the nation before its August opening, garnering more than 1 million Facebook fans before it even opened its doors. Despite its fast start, the road to success wasn’t easy. Smith’s husband and shop co-owner, Chad, was diagnosed with thyroid cancer in the midst of launching the boutique. The couple struggled to balance caring for their two children, opening a new store and Chad’s medical treatment. Smith said the couple plowed through the tough times by the grace of God and with a lot of coffee. Chad is now in remission.
Chad and Christina Smith of Zionsville pause near the register of their shop, Closet Candy Boutique in Carmel’s Clay Terrace. (Photo by Ann Marie Shambaugh)
“The biggest thing we took away from that experience is that with each other and our faith, we know now we can get through anything,” Smith said. Unexpected journey Smith didn’t start out intending to build a national clothing boutique. But when tanning salon clients requested she ship the few clothing items available for sale across the nation, she knew she was on to something.
Closet Candy Boutique launched online in 2012, and six weeks later, through the power of social media, it was making more than $100,000 in monthly sales. By the end of its first year online, Closet Candy Boutique had brought in more than $1 million in sales. Betsy Simpson, 36, has followed the company on Instagram for more than two years. She moved from Scottsdale, where Closet Candy Boutique started, to Carmel in August and was shocked to see the Instagram announcement that it was opening in her new hometown. “As much as I love the convenience of ordering online, it’s always great to go into the store and try the items on,” Simpson said. Team effort The early success of Closet Candy Boutique has been a team effort. Smith has a keen eye for fashion, Chad has a background in marketing and design, and they share a faith that has helped them persevere through the challenges. The next Closet Candy shop is expected to open in Dallas in 2018. Smith said she is also considering a location in the Fashion Mall at Keystone. For more, visit closetcandyboutique.com.
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By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com This will be a little different than the first New Year Eve’s appearance Bryan Bishop’s band had at The Palladium. “We’re going to ring in the New Year instead of being done at 10 o’clock,” said Bishop, who lives near The Palladium in Carmel. At The Palladium’s first New Year’s Eve party in 2015, The Bishops played in Robert Adam Room from 8 to 10 p.m. Then the Hot Sardines took the main stage when the other bands were done. Last year, the format changed, and all the bands kept playing and a dance floor was added to The Palladium’s main stage. That’s where The Bishops will perform for the “New Year’s Extravaganza.” “It’s a prestigious stage. We are very honored,” Bishop said. “It’s going to be the same party but on a much bigger scale than two years ago. We are going to reach back and do more ‘60s and ‘70s, and of course we are going to be playing ‘80s. The only thing different is we’ll have a little more production. We’re going to shoot a promotion video that night.” Bishop describes The Bishops as a big variety band. “Our slogan is we don’t put on a concert, we throw a party,” Bishop said. “The fact that people come up on stage with us, we’re all about engaging with the audience. We’re all about the dance. Our music is the ladies’ hips.” The Bishops are celebrating 15 years this month. Bishop, who grew up in Noblesville, is the founder and only original member. Two members, Georgette Fraction, Indianapolis, and John Marque, Cincinnati, have been with the group eight years, and two Indianapolis residents, Roderick Johnson and Matt Ley, have been members for six years. “We had a blast being there two years ago in the Robert Adam Room,” Bishop said. “We are there to have fun.”
From left, Matt Ley, Indianapolis; Bryan Bishop, Carmel; Donny Carson, Indianapolis; Joy Marie Anderson, Middletown; Roderick Johnson, Indianapolis; Georgette Fraction, Indianapolis; Jon Marque, Cincinnati. (Submitted photo)
Stacie Sandoval and her Orquesta Salsa are in that room this year. Also performing are the Scott Routenberg Jazz Trio in the Founders Room and DJ Fulton John in the Shiel Sexton Songbook Lounge. “Our staff works very hard to make this event happen for the community, so it has been gratifying to see it grow more popular each year.,” said Jeffrey C. McDermott, President/CEO of the Center for the Performing Arts and the Great American Songbook Foundation. “People really enjoy dancing on The Palladium stage, and the Bishops are a great band for that setting. We’re also very excited to have one of the Midwest’s top salsa bands, Stacie Sandoval and her orchestra, playing here for the first time.”
T h i r d A n n u a l “ N e w Y e a r ’ s E x t r ava g a n z a” Presented by Taft. Season sponsor: Allied Solutions. Media sponsor: Current Publishing. When: 9 p.m. Where: The Palladium, the Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel. Tickets: Cost is $95 per person. A few $85 early-bird tickets remain. Tickets include complimentary hors d’oeuvres, desserts and coffee with a cash bar. Free Coca-Cola for designated drivers. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org. The lineup • The Bishops on The Palladium Stage • Scott Routenberg Jazz Trio in the Founders Room • DJ Fulton John in the Shiel Sexton Songbook Lounge • Stacie Sandoval and her Orquesta Salsa in the Robert Adam Room
ISC’s Festival of Choirs set editorial@youarecurrent.com The Indianapolis Symphonic Choir’s Festival of Carols will have four performances at The Palladium in Carmel Dec. 15 to 17. Tony Award winner Alice Ripley will join the choir as a special guest soloist. The Festival of Carols features a selection of fan-favorite and traditional holiday music performed by chorus and orchestra. “Words barely capture the excitement I have with a star-studded cast like this for our 2017 Festival of Carols performances,” ISC Artistic Director Eric Stark said in a news release. “With a Tony Award-winning singer like Alice, combined with full chorus and orchestra, the magic of the holiday season leaps off of the stage and into our audience’s hearts and memories.” The performances are at 8 p.m Dec. 15 and 16 and 3 p.m. Dec. 16 and 17. Tickets range from $21 to $46 and can be purchased at indychoir.org or by calling The Palladium box office at 317-843-3800.
Westfield — The Westfield Washington Public Library will host a technologyfree game night with tabletop games from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Dec. 12 at the library, 333 W. Hoover St. Zionsville — Zionsville Little Theatre Company will present “It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play” at 7 p.m. Dec. 15 and 16 and 2 p.m. Dec. 16 and 17. For more, visit the ZLTC Facebook page. Carmel — The Celtic Thunder Symphony Tour will visit The Palladium at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 14. Learn more at thecenterfortheperformingarts.org. Indianapolis — Tickets went on sale Dec. 11 for legendary composer and conductor John Williams’ concert with the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra. The program will feature some of his most popular film music, including the “Star War” movies. The concert is set for 6 p.m. Feb. 11 at the Hilbert Circle Theatre in Indianapolis. For more, visit indianapolissymphony.org.
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Carmel resident plays in ‘Joseph’ By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Carmel resident Jen Martin has one main challenge in her two roles in Civic Theatre’s “Joseph and the Amazing theater Technicolor Dreamcoat.” Martin plays one of Jacob’s wives and also assumes a male role of one of the Ishmaelites. “I have to be a man and I have to be hairy, so it’s not normal,” Martin said. Martin is joined in the production by Carmel resident Matthew Altman, who also appeared in Civic’s productions of ‘Joseph’ in 2012-13 and 2013-14 seasons. Both times, like this year, the productions were held during the holiday season. The show is set to run from Dec. 15 to Jan. 7 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. “I like the athleticism of it and the symmetry,” said Altman, a 2007 Westfield High School graduate. “The energy is full-throttle all the time. It’s great. I love the music. It’s an Andrew Lloyd Webber score. We’re a family here and we get to do it on Christmas and New Year’s, too. It’s going to be fun.” Altman plays one of Joseph’s brothers
Carmel residents Matthew Altman and Jen Martin appear in Civic Theatre’s “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.” (Photo by Mark Ambrogi)
and the butler. Martin said it’s fun to go to rehearsals with a small group of people. “They are dedicated to making it clean and specific about the choreography and blocking,” Martin said. “It’s such a fun story. It’s a story I grew up hearing in Sunday school and church. We have a country and western number. It’s not often you get to do those every show. And there is a 7 1/2-minute number at the end of the show.” That’s where the athleticism really kicks in, Altman said. “We get to sing and dance after doing the whole show,” Altman said.
Carmel artist wins Best of Show By Rick Morwick rick@youarecurrent.com
cause I believed in the piece, or I wouldn’t have entered it the first time,” Brown said. Featuring her oldest daughter, Michaela Bisney, the painting is on display through Working from a photograph of her oldest daughter, Charlene M. Brown created a strik- Dec. 17 at the Brown County Art Gallery in Nashville, Ind. It was created from ing oil painting she was a photo taken near her daughter’s Art especially pleased with. Bloomington home. Capturing the strength A mother of five grown children, of her daughter’s expression and Brown has been an artist her enthe vibrant colors of a fall day in tire life. After homeschooling all Bloomington, Brown – a renowned her kids, she became a full-time Carmel artist — titled the piece, professional in 2012. She teaches “Beautiful Tuesday.” As she does Brown art classes in her Carmel home to with many of her paintings, she students as young as 11 and as old as 72 entered it in an Indiana Artists exhibit. and is a member of the Indiana Artists and And for the first time in her distinHamilton County Artists Association. guished career, she received — a rejection. Knowing better than anyone that “art is “It was a juried show, and it didn’t get in the eyes of the beholder,” Brown regards in,” Brown said. “It was the first time I’d her experience with “Beautiful Tuesday” as been rejected from an Indiana show.” an inspiration to fellow artists. Disappointed but undaunted, Brown “It was my first rejection out of an Indidn’t give up on the piece. On Nov. 5, she diana show. I entered it again, and it wins entered it in the non-juried Indiana Artists Best of Show,” Brown said. “It has a lesson 2017 Centennial Members Exhibition. This to all of us artists, that it’s very subjective time, she did not receive a rejection. and (do) not let rejections get you down Instead, she received the award for Best and not let awards go to your head too of Show. much, either, because it’s very subjective.” “I wanted to give it another chance be-
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Told entirely through song, the Civic Theatre production follows the journey of Joseph as he is sold into slavery by his jealous brothers but uses his intelligence, wit and ability to interpret dreams to advance to become the right-hand man of Pharaoh.
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“It’s a Wonderful Life – The Radio Play,” The Cat Theatre, Carmel
7:30 p.m. Dec. 15-16 and 2:30 Dec. 17. Lilly Fife portrays the Sugar Plum Fairy and Jakob Pringle dances as Cavalier in CIDE’s “The Nutcracker.” (Submitted photo)
The CTC ensemble brings a few dozen characters to the stage in a “1940s live radio broadcast” of the classic story involving the idealistic George Bailey as he considers ending his life on Christmas Eve. Cost: $15-$20.
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“GHDT’s Holiday Special,” Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre Academy
7 p.m. Dec. 16 and 3 p.m. Dec. 17.
New this season, Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre offers a cabaret-style stage show featuring the telling of “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” “Island of Misfit Toys” and “A Christmas Carol” through original choreography. Cost: $20.
“Festival of Carols,” The Palladium, the Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel
8 p.m. Dec. 15, 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. Dec. 16 and 3 p.m. Dec. 17.
Indianapolis Symphonic Choir presents its beloved holiday tradition featuring carols and holiday music performed by the ISC, the Indianapolis Chamber Orchestra and special guest artists. Cost: $15 to $46.
“The Nutcracker,” Zionsville 7:30 p.m. Dec. 15, 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Dec. 16 and Performing Arts Center, 2 p.m. Dec. 17. Zionsville Spend the holidays with Central Indiana Dance Ensemble and witness Clara’s dreamlike journey with her Nutcracker Prince while being enchanted by Tchaikovsky’s beautiful score.
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7 p.m. Dec. 15, 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Dec.16 and 2 p.m. Dec. 17 (continues through Jan. 7).
Cost: Adults $25 and students $18.
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“The Nutcracker,” The Theater at The Fort, Lawrence
1 p.m. Dec. 16 and 2 p.m. Dec. 17
The Dance Magic Performing Arts Center presents the magical tale of Clara and her Nutcracker Prince played to Tchaikovsky’s classic score.
Cost: $31.50-$49.50.
“A Beef & Boards Christmas,” Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre
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1 p.m. Dec. 13-14, 8 p.m. Dec. 15, 1:30 p.m. and 8 p.m. Dec. 16, 1:30 and 7 p.m. Dec. 17. and 8 p.m. Dec. 19 (continues through Dec. 23).
In the dinner theatre’s 25th annual holiday production, a huge cast offers a glittering array of music and dance numbers, presented in a variety show format. The show will go on hiatus after this year. Cost: $47.50-$67.50 with $6 discounts for ages 3-15 (includes buffet dinner).
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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.
Where’s Amy attends Damien Escobar show (Above) From left, Damien Escobar pauses with the Center for the Performing Arts President/ CEO Jeff McDermott (Carmel). (Right) Cassandra and Barrington Owens (Carmel). (Photos by Amy Pauszek)
Where’s Amy attended rising star violinist Damien Escobar’s electrifying concert Dec. 1 at The Palladium. Escobar, known to many as the “violin crooner,” charmed fans of all ages with his crossover blend of classical, jazz, pop, R&B and hip hop music. Where’s Amy had the chance to meet Escobar backstage. It’s safe to say he set The Palladium roof on fire with his talent, energy and charm.
GHDT alumni celebrate 20 years
Where’s Amy attended Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre’s “The Nutcracker” and special 20th season alumni party at The Pike Performing Arts Center. More than 650 dancers have participated in “The Nutcracker,” including many for numerous years. GHDT’s contemporary and magical production had a twist from the traditional version that left the audience leaving with the gift of kindness and goodwill toward others. Grab your family and friends and don’t miss the exciting 2018 season, gregoryhancockdancetheatre.org.
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Commentary by Mark Johnson Where to go: Ginger’s Cafe Where it is: 1804 E Conner St., Noblesville When it’s open: Monday through Sunday, 7 a.m, to 2 p.m. Mark’s take: With a vintage look and casual vibe, Ginger’s is the perfect place for early morning breakfast or an afternoon brunch. With a menu of made-from-scratch dishes, you’ll feel like you’re coming home. What to Get: Can’t decide what to get? No worries, just create your own – omelet, that is. You’ll have your choice of cheese, meat and add-ins. What’s the cost: Entrees between
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Choir provides opportunity By Chris Bavender editorial@youarecurrent.com For 32 years, the Indianapolis Children’s Choir has offered central Indiana children a chance concert to explore their love of music. Serving more than 5,500 kids from ages 18 months to 18 years, the organization strives to foster personal and social Kouns growth in its singers, like 8-year-old Lydia Kouns. The third-grader has been involved with ICC for three years. She’ll appear in the ICC holiday concert, “Celebrate the Season,” at 12:30 p.m. Dec. 16 at St. Luke United Methodist, 100 W. 86th St., Indianapolis. “I enjoy being in the choir because I think performing is exciting and fun,” Lydia said. “My mom (Katherine) said I’m better now at talking in front of a bunch of people because it makes me braver.” Katherine Kouns, director of choirs at Carmel High School, said involvement in groups such as ICC helps students develop confidence and poise. ICC Artistic Director Joshua Pedde, a
Carmel resident, said music brings people together. “My wife was in Children’s Choir and went to HSE (Hamilton Southeastern High School) and her best friend went to Carmel, and they would never have met if not for ICC, and so it introduces them to people they might not meet because they don’t go to the same school or might have a bit of a different background,” he said. “And Pedde that’s what it’s all about, serving our communities by bringing together kids who really love to sing.” The ICC has a renewed focus on its mission to inspire student achievement and artistic excellence through music, year-round. ”We are always looking for new repertoires and new music to sing but maybe do things a little out of the ordinary,” Pedde said. That’s the plan for the Holiday Concert through its “White Christmas” theme. The ICC is adding twists to classics such as Bing Crosby’s “White Christmas,” “O’ Holy Night” and “What Child is This.” For more, visit icchoir.org. To read the full story, visit currentnightandday.com.
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Carmel resident’s story to become short film
TELAMON CLASSICAL SERIES AT THE PALLADIUM
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Johnson won’t be present during filming but will be involved when the film is entered into film festivals. Carmel resident Nina Johnson recently “The producer was very excited about discovered her original award-winning the number of people that showed short story “Frigid” will film be developed into a up to try out for the roles,” Johnson said. “They’re doing all the prep short film by Mythraeum work now so filming can start and Productions. MP holds writing end in January. It will definitely contests each year with a Greek be ready to enter film festivals in theme. Her story focuses on the 2018.” obsession Pygmalion had with creThe film festivals are just the ating a perfect woman. Johnson beginning of the potential for John“It was about a month or so ago son’s work. that I found out, but the producer wanted “I’m really excited at the prospect of me to hold off on telling people,” Johnson reaching an audience that is connected to said. “I was just so excited. I wanted to tell the film industry,” Johnson said. “The opeveryone.” portunity that some production company Parthian Enterprises and Loste Films will or independent filmmaker might be interbring Johnson’s dark twist on “Pygmalion” ested in one of my stories is really exciting. to life on screen. To create a world and words on a page is “Lost Films actually won some awards great, but it’s great to see it in pictures.” for a short horror film they did,” Johnson Johnson said she wants to have a said. “I was really happy with the choice screening party when the film is comthat was made to use them. I am thinking pleted. For more, visit facebook.com/ they’re going to have fun with my story.” knjohnsonauthor. Filming begins Jan. 6 in Loveland, Colo.
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Avoid passive-aggressive voice Commentary by Curtis Honeycutt
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When it comes to writing, you should always use active voice. You should utilize active voice as grammar guy often as possible so those reading your prose will understand perfectly and clearly what you’re trying to say. In active voice writing, the subject of the sentence does the action: The unicorn (subject) started (verb) a game of hide-and-seek over 4,000 years ago; he’s still hiding. My coworker (subject) threw (verb) a fit after I submerged his stapler in Jell-O. When it comes to writing, you should always avoid passive voice. Passive voice creeps in unexpectedly if you aren’t careful. This happens when your subject no longer does the action in the sentence. Instead, your subject is being acted on by the verb. In these sentences, the subject usually comes after the verb: A game of hide-and-seek was started by the unicorn over 4,000 years ago; he’s still hiding. A fit was thrown by my coworker after I submerged his stapler in Jell-O. Some telltale signs of sentences using passive voice include words and phrases
including was, were, has been, have been, are and is, to name a few. Sometimes you just can’t avoid passive voice, but when you can, do it; your writing will jump off the page. Finally, when it comes to life, you should always avoid passive-aggressive voice. I think this is more important than avoiding passive voice. I’ll provide some examples: The unicorn’s friends, instead of telling him his breath smelled like rotten mermaid eggs, opted to run away from him during a game of hide-and seek. Because I disagreed with my co-worker’s promotion, I decided to secretly submerge his stapler in Jell-O. While active voice leaves your reader with a sense of purpose and action, passive voice seems anemic and unsure of itself. Passive-aggressive voice, on the other hand, will simply cause your friends, roommates and coworkers to stop inviting you to parties where there is free cake. Curtis Honeycutt is a freelance humor writer. Have a grammar question? Connect with him on Twitter @curtishoneycutt or at curtishoneycutt.com.
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Les Invalides and its tombs Commentary by Don Knebel The Parisian landmark known as “Les Invalides” is best known for the tomb of one of France’s most famous generals. Its beginnings were much more travel humble. In 1670, King Louis XIV ordered construction of a hospital and retirement home for French soldiers along the left bank of the Seine. The facility, originally known as “Hôtel National des Invalides” (“National Residence of the Invalids”), was built around a large courtyard suitable for military parades. When completed in 1676, more than 6,000 ailing French soldiers and veterans called it home. In 1679, a chapel was constructed on the north end of the facility. Residents were required to attend daily. King Louis soon decided that the chapel was not sufficiently elegant for him to worship with his soldiers, so he ordered construction of a new church inside the north end. The church, completed in 1708, included a dome rising 350 feet above the street, modeled on the one on St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome.
The gilded dome, visible around Paris, is the finest dome in the city. The church became known as “Église du Dôme (“Church of the Dome”). When Napoleon Bonaparte died in 1821, he was buried in St. Helena, where he had been in exile for six years. In 1840, King Louis-Philippe returned Napoleon’s body to Paris and began excavating an area beneath the dome of the Church of the Dome for Napoleon’s tomb. In 1861, Napoleon’s body was placed in an enormous crypt constructed of red quartzite resting atop a green granite base. Les Invalides also houses the tombs of other French soldiers, including Marshall Ferdinand Foch, the supreme commander of Allied forces in World War I. Les Invalides, which now includes museums of French military history, is open to the public. Visitors can view Napoleon’s tomb from above. 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.
Dispatches Christmas tree shortage – If you haven’t already purchased your live Christmas tree, you may want to do so soon. The National Christmas Tree Association is warning of a tree shortage this year which can be traced to the Great Recession 10 years ago. At that time, farmers cut back on plantings to save money. Those tree crops are now matured and in short supply. Prices will be higher, and selections will be limited this season and possibly for the next several seasons. Source: People.com
Wrapping gifts for kids – Kids don’t care about elaborately wrapped gifts. They tear into packages too fast to even notice. To save time and labels at Christmas, wrap each child’s gifts in a specific, themed paper, and repeat each year. For example, one child always gets snowman paper and another always gets Santa paper. This way, everyone can tell at a glance who gets each gift.
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IMMEDIATE OPENINGS at Prodigy for servers and line cooks. Top dollar paid. Carmel’s hottest new concept. Email jeremiah@prodigyburgerbar.com.
Carmel Clay Schools is Hiring!
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Valid through 1/7/18 at HoneyBaked Ham of Indianapolis and Carmel (not valid online). This coupon may not be combined with other offers nor applied to the purchase of any item other than the item that is specified on the coupon. Limit one per customer, per visit. While supplies last.
Valid through 1/7/18 at HoneyBaked Ham of Indianapolis and Carmel (not valid online). This coupon may not be combined with other offers nor applied to the purchase of any item other than the item that is specified on the coupon. Limit one per customer, per visit. While supplies last.
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