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Local kids headed to Camp Riley – Camp Riley empowers children with physical disabilities by providing enriching, life-changing experiences in a traditional camping environment tailored to their individual needs. Camp Riley sessions offer camaraderie, thrills, and new perspectives through swimming, hiking, horseback riding, vertical climbing on a 40-foot tower, canoeing, art projects and other activities. This year, these local youth from Fishers are headed to Camp Riley: Blake Gipson, Trey Gipson, Jack Huybers, William Jones, Benjamin Kellams and William Spilker.

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HSE bus driver John Miller with student Lizzie Ford, who he has transported to school every day for 12 years. During that time Ford and Miller have formed a special bond. (Photo by John Cinnamon) Founded Jan. 25, 2011, at Fishers, IN Vol. IV, No. 22 Copyright 2013. 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 Fishers are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of this newspaper.

Nickel Plate Players cast members, from left, Jocelyn Vare, Stacia Hulen, Carrie Barnthouse, Lauren Lowrey, Lori Hays Vella, Sandy Thorne, and Tracy Friddle. (Photo by Sarah Stoesz)

Fishers has new theater group

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Fishers’ new community theatre group, the Nickel Plate Players, will have its debut production on July 19. They will be performing the jukebox musientertainment cal, Beehive, at the Nickel Plate Amphitheatre stage. Beehive features music from popular 60s artists such as Aretha Franklin, Janice Joplin, and the Supremes. There are 11 singers in the cast. Barbara Cullen choreographed the production. There will be seven musicians from the Fishers Music Works in the band accompanying the vocalists. WISH-TV morning anchor, Lauren Lowrey is a member of the cast. Lowrey will be a soloist for the song “Proud Mary”. The Executive Director of the Nickel Plate Players, Ashton Wolf, says that he came up with the idea to start a community theatre group in Fishers after he wrote his new musical, Ten Pin Alli. “We live in Fishers and we looked all over Fishers and there was no place to do our show,” Wolf said. Wolf is a member of the Fishers Arts Council and he proposed the idea to bring a community theatre group to Fishers. Since then, the Nickel Plate Players have received

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seven sponsors including the Town of Fishers Parks and Recreation, the Fishers Arts Council, and the Ambassador House. The Ambassador House has allowed the Nickel Plate Players to rehearse at its facility for free. Beehive will be the first musical to be performed on the Nickel Plate Amphitheatre stage, said Jocelyn Kaspa Vare, President of the Fishers Art Council. “This was the first opportunity in a very long time that musical theatre would be performed in Fishers so I definitely wanted to audition and be a part of it in any way possible,” Vare said. “The community hasn’t had local theatre in many years so this is really exciting.” The Nickel Plate Players hopes to have more performances after Beehive and continue to grow. “We will now develop this into a full blown theatre company that will serve the people of Fishers in every possible way with plays and musicals,” Wolf said. “We hope to acquire a space to perform indoors in addition to doing shows at the Amphitheatre outdoors for free.” The two hour long performance of Beehive will be at 7 p.m. on July 19 in the Nickel Plate Amphitheatre in downtown Fishers. Admission is free so no ticket purchases are necessary.

Soccer team sets record – After posting a winning record on the field this past fall, Xavier Women’s Soccer team members expanded on that success with their achievements in the classroom and the community. In the classroom the team posted a 3.54 GPA for the spring semester, the highest team average in program history, breaking the mark set just last fall. On the way to the record GPA, 14 team members earned dean’s list honors. Fishers resident Erin Lattimer was one of those leading the way with a 4.0 GPA. HCLA class graduates – The Hamilton County Leadership Academy, a nonprofit organization dedicated to educating and inspiring leadership to create a positive impact in our community, recently graduated its 23rd class that included members from a variety of businesses around Hamilton county. As a part of their graduation requirements, individuals work as a team to complete a community project. This year’s projects included: Early Childhood Curriculum Portfolio, HCLA Alumni Engagement, Hamilton County Trails Connectivity Audit, Non-Profit Leadership Connect and Youth Assistance Program Microloans. Dean’s List – the following Fishers residents were recently named to the dean’s list: Sophia Huang, Luther College; Mariah Boncek, Drake University; and Kristina Hinova, Rochester Institute of Technology.

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With the Fourth of July holiday quickly approaching Chief of Police George Kehl is reminding residents of the local ordinance regarding the use of fireworks. It is unlawful to use or display or permit to be used or displayed within Fishers’ municipal boundaries any type of consumer firework on any day or time other than between the hours of 5 p.m. and two hours after sunset on June 29 & 30, July 1-3, 5-9; and between the hours of 10 a.m. and 12:00 midnight on July 4. For the full ordinance and other information, go to currentinfishers.com

A totally reimagined Discovery Station and Craft Corner has reopened at Conner Prairie Interactive History Park, Indiana’s only Smithsonian affiliate. Families with children 8 and younger will discover a fresh space totally outfitted for imagination and discovery. The new space is indoors and included with regular museum admission. For more info visit currentinfishers.com.

Race Across Hamilton County, inspired by The Amazing Race, is an event that is a joint effort between the parks departments of Fishers, Hamilton County, Noblesville, Washington Township, Carmel, Cicero, and Westfield. Aug. 23, 60 two-person teams will compete for prizes in fun and wacky challenges at 4 different parks around the county. For more details, or to volunteer, please call 774-2509 or go to currentinfishers.com.

Ivy Tech Community College will be hosting Go Ivy Day 3 - 7 p.m. July 10 at the future site of its Hamilton County Campus, located in Noblesville. This will be Ivy Tech’s 32nd campus in Indiana. The event will be held at the former Noblesville East Middle School (300 North 17th Street). The event is free and open to the community. Classes at the new Hamilton County Campus will start Aug. 25. Get more info at currentinfishers.com.

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Fishers homocide a rarity By Mackenzie Klahr • news@currentinfishers.com

on charges of murder. Montgomery’s next court date is a pre-trial hearing September 5. Fishers, which is ranked the second safest On June 22, Fishers experienced its first hosuburb in America by Movoto Real Estate has micide in over 20 years and only the second in only 18 violent crimes per 100 thousand resiits history after a recent Fishers Crime High School graduate was dents. That translates to a 1.92 percent chance of violent crime in the town each stabbed to death. year according to Movoto statistics. Conner J. Shockley was pronounced Chief of Police George Kehl thanked dead shortly after police responded to a the Hamilton County Fire Department, call about a fight in the Harrison Green Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Services neighborhood outside a residence on for its assistance throughout the situWooster Court. ation and reiterated that Fishers is still Police reached the scene shortly after Montgomery one of the most secure places to be. 11 p.m. and found 18-year-old Shockley “Although impossible to prevent all criminal lying facedown in a yard stabbed three times activity we can rest assured that our community by what crime scene technicians believed was has some of the most talented law enforcement a knife. professionals, in the country, working tirelessly Police took 18-year-old Corbin Montgomery to keep Fishers one of the safest places to live,” into custody and later charged him on a count of Kehl said. murder according to the Hamilton County ProsIn order to ensure the safety of its citizens, ecutor’s Office. Fishers offers programs such as Crime Watch, Montgomery, who fled the scene and left which allows households within town the ability Shockley on the ground, was arrested when he to come together and share its concerns while voluntarily returned to the house after talking developing a defense strategy with the police to his father. The murder weapon, a pocketknife, department. was found in Montgomery’s car according to the The police department has approximately ten Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Report. officers on dispatch at any given time. For more According to court documents the disagreeinformation on the safety of Fishers and how to ment was over the suspect’s girlfriend. Montcan set up a crime watch you can visit the police gomery pleaded not guilty during a video hearing and is claiming he acted in self-defense. He is be- department’s website at www.fishers.in.us. ing held without bond in the Hamilton County jail

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Twenty three year old Audra Casterline of Fishers was crowned Miss Indiana 2014 on June 22 at the Zionsville High School pageant Performing Arts Center. Casterline’s local title was Miss Hoosier Heartland. She is a vocalist and performed “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” during the competition. She is the first Fishers resident to win the Miss Indiana title. Casterline is a graduate of Fishers High School and Anderson University and plans to attend graduate school to become a physicians’ assistant. This was the fourth year that she competed in the Miss Indiana pageant and she says she is thrilled by the win. “I was just overwhelmed. It’s been a dream of mine since I was a little girl to become Miss Indiana and I’m just thrilled to have the opportunity to serve the people of the state that I love for the next year. I was just elated,” she said. A record-setting 34 young women between the ages of 17 and 24, from all over Indiana, competed for the title in three preliminary nights of competition in talent, lifestyle and fitness in swimwear, evening wear and onstage question, and all had a ten-minute private interview with judges. Casterline will serve as Miss Indiana for the next year and will represent Indiana at the Miss America Competition, in Atlantic City, N.J., on Sept. 14 which will be broadcasted on ABC.

Miss Indiana, Audra Casterline of Fishers, accepts her crown in ceremonies held June 22. (Submitted photo)

iPads in HSE classrooms

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This fall, each student in fifth and sixth grade at HSE Schools will have their own iPad in the classroom; tablets can be education rented from the district or privately purchased. Backed by the HSE 21 Initiative, the goal is to equip every student with an iPad by 2016. “One thing we always like to get across is that iPads enhance learning,” said Susan Drumm, Instructional Technology Coach for HSE schools. “What the iPads enable students to do is collaborate with one another, connect with experts and other students and foster critical thinking.” Jennifer Suskovich, Sand Creek Intermediate Science and Social Studies teacher, has had iPads in her classroom as part of a pilot program and she shared a specific way her students used the tablets. “We were growing mold on bread and typically students would write their observations in their own notebooks,” explained Suskovich. “Instead they took pictures with their iPads every day and posted them on a discussion board so that all the students could see the bread. At the end of the experiment the kids put together an iPad movie trailer.” The Nearpod app is another example of using

the iPads for enhanced learning. With Nearpod, a teacher can make a basic presentation interactive between the student and the teacher. The lesson appears on everyone’s iPad and the teacher can insert videos and polls and more. “One great point [about Nearpod] is that a teacher can get immediate feedback from the students via the iPads,” Drumm said. “The teacher knows who understands and knows whether to move on or do some review.” What about safety? “The students’ iPads will be on the HSE wifi and our wifi has internet filters in place that block inappropriate sites,” stated Jeff Harrison, Director of Educational Technology for HSE schools. “Most of the social media will be blocked. We’re using Blackboard and that allows kids to use discussion boards in a closed setting.” Parents will be able to see what their students are doing. “We’re not allowing teachers to download apps to the students’ iPads,” explained Harrison. “We want students and families to download their own apps. It lets parents know what is going on in the classrooms. Teachers will assign an app to be downloaded.” “We want to reiterate that this is about enhancing learning,” stated Drumm. “The iPad is a very important tool to connect the classroom to the outside world.”

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Fishers gets visit from ‘Pinny’ news@youarecurrent.com Hamilton County Tourism has launched a mobile app and a mobile van to help visitors get information about Hamilton County. “Mobile apps provide a more diversion customized experience for visitors once they arrive, putting the information they need at their fingertips whenever they want it,” said Brenda Myers, executive director of Hamilton County Tourism. Once users download the app and allow geolocation, the app will provide a list of nearby destinations with links to a description, hours, contact information and real-time directions and maps. To introduce the mobile app, which connects visitors to information about Hamilton County attractions, restaurants, shopping, concerts, golf and more, Hamilton County Tourism also has unveiled a new Mobile Tourism Van, nicknamed “Pinny” after Hamilton County Tourism’s map pin logo. “Pinny” will appear at more than 75 festivals, concerts and sporting events across Hamilton County this summer, offering an opportunity for visitors and residents to use the new mobile app on iPads to find nearby places to eat or visit. “Pinny is not just a mobile billboard for Hamilton County, she’s a roving visitor’s center,” said deputy director Karen Radcliff. The mobile tourism van will make a stop at the Fishers Farmers Market at the Nickel Plate Amphitheater on July 5 from 8am to noon.

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The Visit Hamilton County app was developed in partnership with VisitApps, a division of BlueBridge Digital, which is based in Fishers, Ind. This is the first in a series of mobile apps that Hamilton County Tourism has plans to develop. “We are currently working with VisitApps to develop an outdoor app that features all the parks, trails and outdoor attractions in Hamilton County,” Myers said. “We also want to make our resources available through partnerships to develop other apps for individual communities so visitors can further tailor their experience while they are here.” The Visit Hamilton County app can be downloaded for free at VisitHamiltonCounty.com, in iTunes or through Google Play.

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COMMUNITY Environmental progress often ignored By State Sen. Jim Merritt You hear a great deal of negative talk today about energy. Rising gas and electricity prices, dependence on foreign oil, government greenhouse gas pollution, EPA regulations and more all dominate the news cycle. Certainly, we face enormous energy challenges as a state, country and world. But we have also made tremendous progress – a fact which often gets lost in today’s dialogue. Since the creation of the Clean Air and Water Acts in the early 1970s, our environment is cleaner and pollution is significantly down even as the U.S. economy and population has grown. From 1970 to 2012, national emissions of the six most common pollutants dropped an average of 72 percent. In 1970, we recycled 6.6 percent of our municipal solid waste. Now, we recycle about 87 percent. New cars, SUVs and trucks are about 99 percent cleaner, and new factories and plants are adopting state-of-the-art pollutioncontrol technology. At the same time, gross domestic product has grown by 219 percent, national incomes have risen nine percent and the U.S. population has jumped from 203 to 315 million people. The country has thrived since 1970, and the environment is much cleaner. The steady progress we’ve made over 45 years is truly impressive. Unfortunately, the federal government is now trying to force states to comply with strict new environmental regulations and unattainable timelines that disregard the progress we’ve made. These regulations proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) are aimed at further reducing greenhouse gas emissions – and they hit the coal industry particularly hard. In Indiana, about 80 percent of our electricity is produced from coal, and the coal industry employs about 3,500 Hoosiers. The proposed mandate will require 20 percent cuts in emissions by Indiana’s coal plants before the year 2030. President Obama and the EPA’s punitive new plan will be devastating to our state. Several plants will likely close, and many jobs will be lost. Hoosier consumers will bear the brunt of these costs and see much higher energy bills. Lowincome families and seniors on fixed incomes will hurt the most if these stringent new rules become reality. The fact is, coal is still the most economical and reliable energy source available, especially for manufacturing and agriculture states like Indiana. We need reasonable environmental policies combined with tools to continue improving the quality of our air and water, not federal regulation that ignores economic realities. Sen. Jim Merritt represents Fishers in the Indiana State Senate where he has served for 24 years. You may contact him by phone at 232-9400 or by email at Senator. Merritt@iga.in.gov.

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County marries same-sex couples By Navar Watson • news@currentinwestfield.com When the news broke June 25, Renee Mueller and Teresa Tibbs’ phones rang off the hook with friends and family wishing government congratulations. A federal judge had overturned Indiana’s ban on same-sex marriage. “I didn’t think this day would ever come,” Tibbs said. Mueller and Tibbs, who live in Carmel, comprise one of several couples rushing in to the Hamilton County Government and Judicial Center to receive a same-sex marriage license. For many, the overturn came as a shock. Fishers residents Angela Schaub and Dakota Baisa came with their son, Durden, shortly after finding out. After applying for a license, they waited about an hour for a judge to marry them. Schaub and Baisa already celebrated their wedding with friends and family on June 23, 2012 – two years and two days before receiving their marriage license. “We’ve already been referring to each other as wife and wife, but now we’ll have a piece of paper to solidify it,” Schaub said. “We have the rights that everybody else has that we should have had two years ago.” Eleven same-sex marriage licenses were issued in Hamilton County after the ban was lifted on June 25. Mueller and Tibbs were the sixth or seventh couple to apply, Mueller said.

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John Miller and Lizzie Ford chat about the future. (Photo by John Cinnamon)

By Ann Craig-Cinnamon • ann@youarecurrent.com We can probably all agree that it takes a patient person to be a good school bus driver. To be a school bus driver COVER STORY of disabled and special education students though, it takes a special person. Meet John Miller. He has been a bus driver for Hamilton Southeastern Schools for 14 years and for the last 12 of those years has driven disabled and special-needs students. Miller met Lizzie Ford, who has cerebral palsy, when she started first grade in 2002 and has driven her to and from school nearly every day ever since. This spring, Lizzie graduated from Hamilton Southeastern High School. “John Miller is just a wonderful person. He has been so helpful and caring. He makes a difference,” says Lizzie’s mother, Kara Ford, who tears up as she watches her daughter pose for pictures with the man who has taken such good care of her for so many years. Lizzie, too, appreciates the friendship. “He’s meant a lot. He’s like a third grandpa to me. He’s just a wise person who is not biologically my family so he can kind of take a step back and look at the situation from the outside and just tell me objectively what I need to do. That’s like true advice,” she says and adds, “he’s definitely been an important friend to me. When I met him my parents had just separated and I was going through a lot. So it was good to have that one stable person because things were changing for me.” Miller says, for his part, he chose to stay with Lizzie. “Every year I would get Lizzie back and I would tell my transportation director, ‘No, I’m gonna stay with Lizzie. I don’t want to switch routes. I want to stay with Lizzie.’ It was my choice,” he says. “When Lizzie got to the seventh grade she said, ‘Mr. Miller, promise me you’ll stay

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Lizzie Ford and John Miller during her junior high school years. (Submitted photo)

with me until I graduate.’ And I said, I’m thinking about retiring and she said, ‘No, you can’t retire right now. You’ve got to wait until I graduate and then you retire.’ And I said OK I promise, I’ll stay with you until you graduate.” And so he has. And he’s enjoyed it too. “I love working with Lizzie, I love being with Lizzie. I gave her three different names. I call her My Sweet Lizzie, I call her My Peach, I call her Miss Lizzie. And I tell her when she would get on the bus “Who loves you?” and she says, ‘Mr. Miller’ and I say, ‘Don’t you forget that.’” It’s never been about a paycheck for Miller. “When I started driving school buses for Hamilton Southeastern, I didn’t go there to drive the school bus for money. I went there to have

impact on kids’ lives and to show love and show them how to respect one another,” he says. There are 285 bus drivers in HSE, according to Jim White, the director of transportation for HSE Schools. Of that number only 30 drive disabled and special-needs students. “It takes a particular type of person that wants to work with special needs of any sort; that takes the time and has the discipline to make sure that they care for those students and make sure they are moved safely from home to school and school back to home,” he says. “The thing about special needs is that you become so attached to them that they become like their own children and they treat them as such.” White says that Miller has done an excellent

job with Lizzie. “He has had a lot of kids over the years and he has taken an interest in all of them. They like John. The kids know that he takes his job seriously and that when he says something he means it. But he’s all about the safety of the kids. He’s taken Lizzie under his wing,” says White. Lizzie graduated in the top 10 percent of her class with a 4.2 grade point average. She received several scholarships, including Ball State’s Presidential Scholarship, and plans to be a neuropsychologist. She says she wants to help other people like herself with cerebral palsy and spina bifida and specialize in physical disabilities. Miller says he knows she will do well. “I’m gonna miss her. She’s gonna do well. I told her, ‘I’m just a phone call away if you need to talk’,” he says. As for his own plans, Miller says he’s not ready to retire quite yet. There are other children to take care of.

about john miller:

• 67 years old • Bus driver for HSE Schools for 14 years • Prior to HSE was charter bus driver • Father of 5, grandfather of 16

about lizzie ford:

• 19 years old • Graduated from HSE High School with a 4.2 grade point average • Will attend Ball State University to study neuro-psychology • Received Presidential Scholarship

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Dear parents of 2-year-olds

FROM THE BACKSHOP Pay attention to fireworks law With completion of Fishers Freedom Festival, which we assume was a smashing success as usual, we’re urging residents to pay close attention to what may determined to be unlawful use of fireworks. No one loves a show of pyrotechnics more than we do, but laws are laws and we all need to follow them. That stated, keep in mind that in our town only consumer fireworks are allowed to be discharged on one’s own property or on the property of someone who has given consent to do so. The hours and days during which lawful ignition of fireworks is permissible include: between the hours of 5 p.m. and two hours after sunset on July 1- 3 and July 5-July 9; and between the hours of 10 a.m. and midnight on July 4. Rest assured the Fishers Department of Fire and Emergency Services and the Fishers Police Dept. will enforce the law, and first-time offenders will have to fork over $150; the fine rises to $250 for each subsequent offense. It’s possible to do the right thing, enjoy the show and save, potentially, a ton of cash. ••• While one of us was tooling through town last week, he noticed just how rude some motorists could be – especially in construction zones. The folks toiling in those zones are doing what may be construed to be dangerous work – given the proximity to so may vehicles whose drivers routinely disobey the posted speed limit. Those folks working to make our roads better are husbands, wives, mothers and fathers, among other familial designations, and they deserve the opportunity to do their work without worrying about some speeding, swerving idiot in their construction zone. In short, cool it, people. It’s neither smart nor safe the way some were lead-footing it through two zones we traversed. ••• From our team to yours, here’s to a safe, patriotic and relaxing Fourth of July weekend. Brian Kelly, publisher, and Steve Greenberg, general manager, are co-owners of Current Publishing, LLC. Write them at info@ youarecurrent.com.

BELIEVE IT! Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In New York A fine of $25 can be levied for flirting.

Source: dumblaws.com

Commentary by Danielle WIlson

App–lying genius to life Commentary by Terry Anker For those of us among the uninitiated, software for the increasingly ubiquitous so-called smartphone is referred to as Apps rather than the standard desk or laptop parlance where such things are identified as “programs.” The expression is the diminutive of the software “application” that is how one might hope to use the program to accomplish an objective. With the game-changing introduction of the iPhone some years ago, Steve Jobs and his crew opened Apple’s smart phone’s interface to the world. Anyone that might have an interest in developing an application for use by the device was invited to do so. Rather than create barriers to folks imagining how we could live differently in a mobile and connected world – and perhaps even more importantly, rather than try to keep every potential dollar of software earnings from themselves – Apple lit a bonfire of creativity that is still burning bright. On my own phone, I can exchange a unit of measure or currency into any

other instantly. I can not only check the status of my flight but can actually see the incoming plane’s location on a map. I can watch a movie. I can post to social media. I can buy a book then read it on my screen. There are many thousands of applications eager to be downloaded and hopeful to become indispensable. Without doubt, some are not so requisite. A quick perusal of any teenager’s phone will show a sophomoric retinue of silly games and amusing contrivances designed to pass the time. But isn’t the lesson that sometimes an open architecture, like and open mind, can invite genius along with the distracting? My favorite is a flashlight app that uses the flash from the camera phone to light the way. I’d be app-lying if I didn’t admit I love it! Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at terry@currentincarmel. com.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK “The real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.”

- Marcel Proust

Let me start by saying how very sorry I am for your present “situation.” Though I have been through this phase with humor my own children, I had forgotten just how stressful keeping a newly-minted toddler alive is. I’ve spent the better part of a week with three of my nieces – twins who just turned 2 and a 20-month old – and I am downright exhausted. My house is a disaster, my new mini-van has been dutifully christened with spilled Goldfish and half a box of Kleenex, and my thankful prayers to Mother Mary for having children old enough to fend for themselves have increased tenfold. I thought I’d successfully block this own period of my life, but with this full immersion into parenting precocious rug rats, traumatic memories are returning at an astonishing rate. My mantra for the past few days has been, “Find a happy place, find a happy place.” But you don’t need to hear about my experiences; you’re actually living them right now. Every nap waylaid by five minutes of shuteye on the way home from Kroger; every cell phone snagged and thrown to the tile floor; every near-drowning and third-degree sunburn at the water park; I could go on and on. Your entire life is being dictated by a funny-looking short person who can barely speak, and who doesn’t give a full diaper about you getting a good night’s sleep or a peaceful dinner out. They really are the most selfish creatures on the planet, these tiny 2-year-olds. Your entire day must revolve around their feeding times and nap times and bath times. In between all the “times,” you must stand constant vigilance lest they decide to explore the toilet or scale a bookcase. And if you parent like my sisters, you bear the added burden of feeding your kids healthy food and entertaining them sans television. (As you know, this isn’t really my style!) I’d also like to apologize for excluding you from most of my columns. As related above, I do not recall most of 2003 when my twins were 2. It’s the brain’s way of healing, I think. Additionally, teenagers provide ample fodder so there’s little need to revert back to earlier parenting days. Finally, I’d like to commend you on surviving each day with a 2-year-old, and to let you know that it will get better. Not soon, of course – I personally think the fours are the absolute worst – but eventually your child will be relatively self-sufficient and some semblance of a life will return. So until then, peace out, Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@currentincarmel.com.

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Festive ways to celebrate the holiday By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com Looking to ways and where to celebrate Independence Day and the holiday weekend? Various communities and cities events across the county have you covered with all types of events and entertainment. Lights over Morse Date: Friday to Sunday Time: 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday Where: Various places in Cicero Events: Kids Carnival and craft and food vendors all weekend; basketball tournament, parade, fair and fireworks, Friday; basketball, cornhole and volleyball tournaments, Kiwanis breakfast, golf cart poker run, fish fry and live music from Stella Luna and the Satellites, Saturday; and talent show, balloon glow and Jeremy Morris concert, Saturday. New events this year include: Animal Oasis petting zoo and pony rides, Galloways’s Zip Line Adventures, Indiana Pacers Fan Van, 4th & 19th Indiana Light Artillery and Colts in Motion. Fireworks: 10 p.m. Friday Website: www.lightsovermorselake.com

Pedestrians flood Fall Creek Rd. Bridge over Geist Reservior during the annual Blast on the Bridge celebration.

Sheridan Date: Friday Time: Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. Where: Main Street and Biddle Memorial Park Events: Parade from Sheridan High School along Main Street to Biddle Memorial Park, where the celebration and family activities take place. Fireworks will follow at dusk at Biddle Park, 610 E. 10th St. Zionsville

Westfield Rocks the Fourth Date: Friday Time: 4 to 10 p.m. Where: Asa Bales Park, 205 W. Hoover St. Events: Live music from Endless Summer Band and Stella Luna & the Satellites; kid’s area with games, crafts and bounce houses; salute to veterans, and Headliners Car Show. Fireworks: 10:20 p.m. Website: www.westfieldrocksthe4th.com Noblesville Fourth of July Parade & Festival Date: Friday Time: 5 to 10 p.m. Where: Noblesville High School, 18111 Cumberland Rd. Events: Parade begins in downtown Noblesville at 5 p.m. A free festival with live music by Ripple Effect, Animalia animal shows, carnival games for children, rock climbing wall, photo booth and a race car simulator is 6 to 10 p.m. at Noblesville High School. Fireworks: 10 p.m. Website: www.noblesvillefireworksfestival.com CarmelFest Date: Thursday and Friday Time: 3:30 to 10:30 p.m. Wednesday and 8 a.m. to 9:45 p.m. Friday Where: Carmel Civic Square Events: Thursday – Free live music will take place from 4 to 10:30 p.m. with The Wright Broth-

Residents can watch the Lights over Morse fireworks from the land or water.

ers headlining in the evening, free family entertainment from 4 to 9 p.m., and CarmelFest has Talent semi-finals. Friday – Freedom run/walk, Fourth of July Parade, outdoor festival, KidZone, CarmelFest has Talent finals, and live music from Northside Jazz Orchestra, Blair Clark, 2nd Story Duo, Diamond Crush, An Innocent Band, Bahama Llama, The Tides, My Yellow Rickshaw and Carmel Symphony Orchestra. Fireworks: 9:45 p.m. Thursday Website: www.carmelfest.net Blast on the Bridge Date: Friday Time: 5 to 10:30 p.m. Where: Geist Reservoir Bridge, 11691 Fall Creek Rd. Events: The Fall Creek Road Bridge closes to car traffic and converts into a family-friendly fireworks pre-show. Attendees may bring lawn chairs to enjoy an evening featuring a boat parade, skydivers, food vendors, and more. Fireworks: Dusk (approximately 10 p.m.) Website: www.geistlake.com

Date: Friday Time: 5 to 10:30 p.m. Where: Lions Park Events: There will be moonwalks, clowns, face painting, watermelon-eating contests, threelegged races and more for the kids, complete with prizes for winners. At 6 p.m. bands will begin playing inside the gazebo. Later in the night, the winners of Miss Indiana and Miss Indiana Outstanding Teen are expected to take the stage to perform their talents. Autograph signings will follow both of their performances. Fireworks: 10 p.m. Website: www.zionsvillelions.com/ events/4th-of-july Indianapolis Date: Thursday to Saturday Time: 5 to 10:30 p.m. Where: Downtown Indianapolis Events: The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra celebrates America’s birthday with A Musical Salute to America, Thursday; Firecracker 6 run/ walk, First Friday Food Truck Festival, various live music performances at bars and restaurants, and fireworks set off from the top of the Region’s Bank Tower synchronized to patriotic and popular music, Friday; and the third annual Taste of Indy blends great food with live local music and family-friendly events, Saturday. Fireworks: 10 p.m. Friday Website: www.indydt.com/july4.cfm

THIS WEEK Pre-Fourth of July concert – Crowd pleaser Zanna-Doo! will perform as part of the Clay Terrace Mall concert series. They’re CARMEL a high energy dance band with soulful vocals and rock solid beats that keep fans moving all night long – or at least until the mall shuts down the show at sunset. Zanna-Doo! Performs songs from several genres including rock, disco, motown, retro, ’90s and current top-40 hits. The show will be by the gazebo behind Kona Grill and Mitchell’s Fish Market. It’s a grassy area, but anyone thinking of attending might want to bring a fold chair if they want a place to sit. The free concert starts at 7 p.m. July 3. For more information call 818-0725 Symphony on the Prairie – One of the best and most popular Fourth of July events in the Indianapolis area takes place at ConFISHERS ner Prairie. Marsh Symphony on the Prairie: Star Spangled Symphony is July 3, 4 & 5 at 8pm at Conner Prairie’s outdoor amphitheater. The Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra performs its annual patriotic show with a spectacular fireworks finale. Tickets are available from the ISO or at participating Marsh stores. Conner Prairie is located at 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers. 639-4300. Heroes Day – Earth Fare at Hamilton Town Center, 13901 Towne Center Blvd., will celebrate and honor those heroes in our NOBLESVILLE community from noon to 3 p.m. July 6. The fun, free event for the whole family will honor firefighters, police officers and service men and women. For more information, call 773-3271.

Summer Movie Express – Throughout the summer, Regal Village Park Stadium 17 is offering $1 PG movies for families. WESTFIELD Tickets can be purchased at the theater, 2222 E. 146th St., and all movies start at 10 a.m. Movies for July 1 and 2 are “Adventures of Tintin” and “Rise of the Guardians.” For more information, visit www. regmovies.com or call 843-1681. Summer parent/child chess club – The HusseyMayfield Memorial Public Library, 250 N. Fifth St., offers parents and children zionsVILLE in preschool through high school a chance to spend quality time together learning to play chess or competing with others. Whether you’re an advanced player or just starting out, the library offers something for you. Registration is required. For more information, call 873-3149.

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NIGHT & DAY Make and Take Activities at Conner Prairie • Visit Lenape Indian Camp to learn about beads and make your own beaded bracelet to take home. Visitors can also check out Barker Brother’s Pottery Shop to work with air-hardening clay and make custom pieces to take home. • 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • Today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and every Tuesday through Saturday in July. • 776-6006 • www.connerprairie.org

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CarmelFest • This day-and-a-half fun festival is a great way to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday. Many vendors, activities, live music and more are available. Parade is at 10:30 a.m. on July 4 and fireworks begin at 9:45 p.m. • Today from 4 – 10:30 p.m.; July 4 from noon – 10:30 p.m. • One Civic Square, Carmel • Free • 574-1363 • www.carmelfest.net

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Marsh Symphony on the Prairie: Star Spangled Symphony • Conner Prairie’s outdoor amphitheater plays host to the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra as they perform its annual patriotic show with a spectacular fireworks finale.• 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • Tonight at 8 p.m.; July 4 and July 5 at 8 p.m. • Tickets start at $24; see the ISO website or buy tickets at participating Marsh supermarkets. • 639-4300 • www.indianapolisymphonyorchestra.org Independence Celebration at Saxony • Come out to Witten Park in Saxony to celebrate an early Independence Day. The band My Yellow Rickshaw will perform a free concert starting at 7 p.m. and a fireworks show will start at around 10 p.m. • 13258 Saxony Blvd., Fishers • Tonight from 7 to 10 p.m.• Free • 770-1818 • www.saxony-indiana.com Glorious Fourth at Conner Prairie • Residents of 1836 Prairietown are celebrating America’s 238th birthday! Take part in fun activities like marching with the White River Guard, playing 19th-century Cricket, tasting “Muster Day Cakes” and much more! • Today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Free for members; General Admission is $15 for adults, $14 for seniors, $10 for ages 2 -12 and free for kids under 2. • 776-6006 • www.connerprairie.org

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Noblesville July 4th Parade and Fireworks Festival • Downtown Noblesville and Noblesville High School are the places to be to celebrate the Fourth. Parade begins at 5 at the corner of 16th and Harrison Streets; a free festival with numerous games and activities will be held starting at 6 p.m. at the high school. Fireworks begin around 10 p.m. at the school. • Tonight from 5 - 10 p.m. • Free • Downtown Noblesville and Noblesville High School • 776-6367 • www.noblesvillefireworksfestival.com Westfield Rocks the 4th • Come out to Asa Bales Park for a free and fun Fourth of July Festival. Live music, food vendors, beverage garden, a kid area and more will be on hand. Fireworks begin around 10 p.m. • 205 W. Hoover St., Westfield • Today from 4 to 10 p.m. • Free • 804-3184 • www.westfieldrocksthe4th.com

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Carmel Farmer’s Market • One of Indiana’s largest farmer’s markets, Carmel’s event features over 60 vendors that sell only Indiana-grown and/or produced edible products. Fun for the whole family, this farmer’s market includes cooking demonstrations, music and free parking. • 1 Center Green, Carmel • Today from 8 – 11:30 a.m. • Free admission • 710-0162 • www.carmelfarmersmarket.com

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Saxony Market • Find fresh produce from local artisans along with prepared food, kids activities and more. • 13578 E. 131st St., Fishers. • Today from 8 a.m. to noon. • Free • 770-1818 • www.saxonyindiana.com

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Fishers Farmers Market • Visit a variety of vendors at the new location in front of the Nickel Plate Amphitheater; items for sale include fresh fruits and vegetables, honey, coffee, jams, sweet treats and many hot breakfast options. • 1 Municipal Drive, Fishers • Today from 8 – noon. • Free admission • 578-0700 • www.fisherschamber.com Noblesville Farmers Market • The Riverview Hospital overflow lot hosts Noblesville’s Farmers Market which includes fresh produce, bedding plants, fresh flowers, honey, baked treats and more. • SR 19 & 38 in Noblesville • Today from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. • Free admission • 776-0205 • www.noblesvillemainstreet.org

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Beef & Boards Presents: ‘A Mighty Fortress is our Basement’ • This fun musical comedy is the latest production from the Church Basement Ladies series. Both heartwarming and funny, this story set in the 1960’s tells of ladies’ preparations for church events, a food booth at a county fair and more. • 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Tonight at 8 p.m.; July 6 at 1:30 and 7 p.m. • Tickets start at $38.50. • 872-9664 • http://beefandboards.com Lights Over Morse Caboose • The Lights Over Morse Caboose train ride starts in downtown Cicero and takes passengers on a 20-30 minute ride over Morse Lake. • Departs from downtown Cicero at various times between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m. • $5 per person; 2 and under are free. • Call 773-6000 for more info. • www.itm.org

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Zionsville Farmers Market • Plants and flowers plus produce and baked goods are available for sale.• Corner of First and Hawthorne, Zionsville • Today from 8 to 11 a.m. • Free admission • 873-3836 • www.zionsvillechamber.org Nefarious Noblesville Ghost Walk • Take a walking tour of Noblesville and hear ghost stories about surrounding beer rooms and businesses. Reservations required. • 839 Conner St., Noblesville • Tonight at 9 p.m. • Adults $18, Kids and Seniors $13 • Call for reservations at 840-6456 • www.unseenpress.com

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JULY 4th CEREMONY Recognition of members of the Armed Services; presentation by the Westfield VFW Post 10207 & Westfield American Legion Post 318 Honor Guard at 9:30pm. National Anthem to be sung by Exaltation Quartet from Union Bible College.

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4th of July Celebration at Lions Park in Zionsville • Lions Park is host to a fun Fourth of July festival with food, music and games. Fireworks begin at dusk. • Lions Park, Zionsville • Tonight at 5 p.m. • Free with $5 parking donation. • 873-3836 • www. zionsvillechamber.org

Makers Meetup • Kids ages 7-12 are encouraged to head to Hamilton East Public Libarary to invent and create with a variety of materials. Contact the Youth Department at 579-0304 for more details. • Five Municipal Dr., Fishers • Today from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. • 579-0300 • www.hepl.lib.in.us

Aperture Stop: A Photographic Exhibit and First Friday Open House at Nickel Plate Arts • Visit the Nickel Plate Arts exhibit space to view talented, local photographers’ works. • Today from noon to 5 p.m.; Open House tonight from 6 – 9 p.m.; July 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Free • 107 S. 8th St., Noblesville • 452-3690 • www.nickelplatearts.org

Fishers Summer Concert Series • Free summer concerts at Nickel Plate District Amphitheater are back. Grab chairs, blankets and snacks and enjoy outdoor music from a variety of bands. Tonight Blue River Band is playing. • Downtown Fishers • Tonight from 7 to 9 p.m. • Free • 595-3150

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Moon Dog Tavern – 4825 E. 96th St., Indianapolis – www. moondogtavern.com July 3 – Seldom Surreal July 4 – Toy Factory July 5 – The Jennerators Vogue Nightclub – 6259 N. College Ave., Indianapolis – www.thevogue.com July 2 – G Love & Special Sauce Klipsch Music Center – 12880 E. 146th St., Noblesville – www.livenation.com July 3 – Vans Warped Tour 2014 July 5 – Mötley Crüe and Alice Cooper July 9 – Fall Out Boy and Paramore Hopwood Cellars Winery – 12 E. Cedar St., Zionsville – www.hopwoodcellars.com July 4 – Fred & Ginger July 5 – Bomar & Ritter Traders Point Creamery – 9101 Moore Rd., Zionsville – www.tpforganics.com July 4 – 3 to 1 Band Nippers Grill & Tap – 1772 E. 116th St., Carmel – www.nippers2.com July 5 – Tied to Tiger Clay Terrace Mall – 14390 Clay Terrace Blvd., Carmel – www.simon.com/mall/clay-terrace July 3 – Zanna-Doo Seminary Park – between 10th, 11th, Division and Hannibal streets, Noblesville – www.noblesvillearts.org July 6 – Lapel Community Band The Hi-Fi – 1043 Virginia Ave., Indianapolis – www.hifiindy.com July 4 – Eastern Sea, Wild Moccasins and Keeps July 7 – Future Folk July 8 – Scars On 45and Broken Anchor *Performers are scheduled, but may change

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Church Basement Ladies return By Patricia Rettig • editorial@youarecurrent.com The hilarious Church Basement Ladies have cooked up an all-new show and it’s debuting this summer at Beef & Boards Dinner theatre Theatre. “A Mighty Fortress is Our Basement” will be the fourth and funniest installment yet of this popular series, and it opens July 5. No one can dish out love, life and a casserole like the Church Basement Ladies. Set in 1960, in “A Mighty Fortress is Our Basement” the gals are once again required to face the challenges of change head-on. Beverly is turning 15 and gets her first pair of high heels for confirmation; Karin is finally learning how to drive; Mrs. Snustad and Mrs. Gilmerson plan a food booth at the county fair to raise money, and the pastor announces his impending nuptials. Against the shifting tide, these pillars of the church stand strong in their faith and in their friendships with more crazy antics, more great new songs and more lessons reluctantly learned. Returning to reprise their roles are Licia Watson as Vivian Snustad, Karen Pappas as the always entertaining Mavis Gilmerson, Hillary Smith

The Church Basement Ladies offer wholesome entertainment with a sense of humor. (Submitted photo)

as Beverly Engelson and Eddie Curry as Pastor Gunderson. Carrie SaLoutos joins the cast in the role of Beverly’s mother, Karin Engelson. “A Mighty Fortress is Our Basement” is on stage for 52 performances through Aug. 17 in the intimate space of Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre.

“A Mighty Fortress Is Our Basement,” based on the writings of Janet Martin & Suzann Nelson • Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre • 9301 N. Michigan Rd. in Indianapolis • Doors open at 6 p.m. for shows on select dates from July 5 through August 16 (for matinee or Sunday show times see website) • Tickets start at $38.50 and include Chef Odell Ward’s dinner buffet and drinks • For more information call 8729664 or visit www.beefandboards.com

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The Scoop: J. Razzo’s is a local restaurant and wine bar that serves fresh pasta, flatbreads, sandwiches, pizza, and over 80 varieties of Italian and American wine. J. Razzo’s also offers fresh fish and after-dinner drinks and dessert, such as espressos, chocolate cake and sorbetto. Type of Food: Italian and wine bar Average Price: $6 to $14. Wine begins at $24 a bottle. Food Recommendations: J.Razzo’s Scampi, with mushrooms, tomatoes, parsley, garlic and white wine over linguine. Reservations: Yes, online and by phone Hours: Lunch is Monday through Friday 11

JRazzos a.m. to 3 p.m. Dinner is Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Phone: 844-9333 Address: 12501 N. Meridian St. in Carmel with access via Carmel Drive Website: www.jrazzos.com

Patriotic Cheesecake Squares Crust: 1 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs, 7 TB butter, melted, 2 TB sugar Filling: 12 oz. cream cheese, softened, 1/2 cup sugar, 2 large eggs, 1 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract, 1 cup strawberry jam, 1-pint blueberries Directions: Preheat oven to 360 degrees. Grease a 9-inch square-baking pan. Line the pan with foil, extending it over the rim; grease foil. In bowl, with fork, stir graham-cracker crumbs, butter and sugar until blended. Press mixture onto bottom of the pan. Bake for 10 minutes. Let it cool. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese at medium speed until smooth; gradually beat in sugar. Mix in eggs and vanilla until blended. Pour filling over crust; bake 40 to 45 minutes. Let cool completely and chill until ready to serve. Place jam in small saucepan; cook over low heat, stirring, until liquid. Strain; cool slightly. Pour into a plastic bag; seal. When cheesecake is cold, lift foil with cake out of pan. Place on cutting board and peel away foil; cut cake into 12 pieces. To decorate, place berries in the top left corner of each bar. Snip a small hole in corner of plastic bag; pipe jam in stripes around berries to create a flag like decoration.

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With more opportunities to be outside during the summer, dehydration is a concern for some people – especially older wellness adults, young children and those who exercise or work outdoors. Dehydration means the body doesn’t have the fluids necessary to keep its systems working properly. Fluids are important to nearly every bodily function, including maintaining the right body temperature and flushing waste. It’s easy to tell if you are getting enough fluids by looking at the color of your urine. Clear or light yellow urine indicates ample hydration. Dark yellow urine means you are not taking in adequate water and fluids. Preventing dehydration All liquids keep the body hydrated. The majority of your total water intake (approximately 80 percent) comes from water and other beverages you drink. The remaining 20 percent comes from food. To prevent dehydration, you should drink six to eight eight-ounce glasses of water or other fluids every day. You may need to drink more water when exercising, especially in hot weather, or if you have the flu or another health problem, such as a urinary tract infection. To help keep children hydrated, low-sugar popsicles are a good option. Be sure kids have plenty of water and sports drinks when play-

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Once you hit the 10-year mark as a business owner, something interesting happens. People consider you a bona move the needle fide “expert.” As a result, I have had multiple requests from individuals with the entrepreneurial bug who want me to take a look at their business plan or listen to their pitch. I almost always say “yes” because I know how terrifying it can be to take the “leap.” I always start off the meeting by saying, “Tell me about your idea.” And then it happens. Like the second half on an infomercial, I hear about every possible feature and benefit of their product/service. You’ve heard the pitch before – “It slices, dices, mixes and will even cut through a brick!” Unfortunately, most people forget about the most important part of the infomercial – the issue/challenge. Don’t forget the first half of the pitch. The exhausted stay at home mom is preparing dinner and needs to cut up a tomato for the salad. She reaches inside a drawer and can’t find one knife that’s sharp enough to do the job. Frustrated, she screams and calls Dominoes.

The simple truth is that the marketplace has absolutely zero desire to hear about your offering until you first convince them that you are solving a problem. In other words, I don’t care that you’re tired of working for a big firm and want to start your own practice focused on small business owners. However, I am very interested in talking to someone who can help entrepreneurs understand how to address their cash flow problems. In addition to simply addressing the problem, you need to be able to quantify/gauge the pain. Is it a huge issue that causes a ton of anxiety (e.g. – entrepreneur who doesn’t have enough cash to make payroll) or a minor challenge (e.g. – you need to file an extension every few years)? If the problem is significant, you’ll have no trouble finding customers who will pay you a premium. If not, you’ll have to resort to discounting your process to get any new clients. As with most things in life, the solution is simple. You just need to execute. CJ McClanahan is the founder and president of reachmore, a leadership training and consulting firm, and also the author of “Thrive.” To contact CJ, or to find out more about reachmore, go to www.goreachmore.com.

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that the church be transformed into a mausoleum honoring French heroes. The building took its new name, meaning “all the gods,” from the domed Pantheon in Rome. In 1792, Louis XVI was beheaded for the claimed excesses of his reign. Twice since 1791, the Pantheon was converted to a church, each time reverting to a mausoleum as sentiments changed. Remains from 50 distinguished French intellectuals, including Voltaire, Rousseau, Victor Hugo and Madame Curie, are now enshrined in the Pantheon’s crypt. For six, only their hearts made it, manifesting the practice of removing organs before embalming. The remains of Descartes, whose transfer was authorized in 1792, have yet to arrive. The United States Capitol architect visited the Pantheon in 1838 and made liberal use of its design concepts in the rebuilt Capitol dome. In 1851, French physicist Leon Foucault demonstrated the earth’s rotation by suspending his famous pendulum from the center of the Pantheon’s dome. 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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have to rely on microwaved, grilled or slowcooked meals for a while. Consider preparing and freezing dishes that you can eat later. Make small shopping trips so that you don’t have to worry about spoiled food. You may also want to stock up on plastic silverware, plates and cups to make cleanup easier. When it comes to the bathroom, you may want to negotiate a temporary utility sink or shower, if your primary bathroom is being renovated. Typically bathrooms become unusable after demo the very first day. If you have a closet off your master you will want to plan the access during construction or move your most used items to another area of the home. Oftentimes, homeowners will move into another bedroom and bathroom during construction. You will want to talk to your contractor to find out the details

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Kingston’s BAND REHEARSAL SPACE

Book a session for your band! 3 hours/$50 1,000 SF studio, lounge with 60” plasma TV, full PA & backline provided, drums available 340 Ridgepoint Drive, Carmel rick@idealtalentinc.com 317-979-0137 Like us on Facebook! “Between the awesome physical facility, and the exceptional personal service, look no further than Kingston’s.” -Travis Jensen, An Innocent Band

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Deck Refinishing Intr./Ext Painting Pressure Washing/Window Cleaning FREE CONSULTATION cpwservices@outlook.com 317.454.2901

...for one week with weekly mowing. Most lawns $35. 2010-2013 Angie’s List award winners: WALLA LAWN CARE. Includes mowing, edging, trimming. Landscape services also available. Local business / Residents of Hamilton County Servicing Carmel, Westfield, & Noblesville Free mow for new customers only. 698-5480 or wallalawncare@gmail.com

For pricing e-mail your ad to dennis@youarecurrent.com

Pet & House Sitting Service Years Experience 159Years

317-802-6565 317-432-1627

“The Safe and Reliable Alternative to Boarding” Insured/Bonded Serving Carmel & Westfield www.pawpatrolindy.com

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Bank Foreclosures Hamilton Co. Free list of Foreclosure Properties. Receive a FREE daily list by e-mail; www.hamiltoncoforeclosures.com

Chapel Woods Sub., Noblesville

Open House Ad: July 6th 2:00 to 4:00 15770 Chapel Park Dr. E. Greenfield E. to Union Chapel Rd.N to entrance - turn right on Chapel Blvd. S to Stoneleigh Dr. to Chapel Pk. Dr. E. Great floor plan w/master main level. 3 bed, lrg. bonus, office, 3 car gar. Beautiful landscape & lrg stone patio. Call Carole at CPG Real Estate 317-908-8001 $275,000

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Now Hiring NOW HIRING – INTERIOR PAINTER

Looking for experienced painter with good cut-in skills. 35-40 hours of work per week, Mon-Fri, no work on weekends. Servicing Hamilton County. Interior painting only. Must have reliable transportation. Pay based on skill and experience. Call Jonathan 656-7045.

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July 1, 2014

Current in Fishers

www.currentinfishers.com

Now Hiring

SALES REPRESENTATIVE OBERWEIS DAIRY Hiring Door-to-Door Sales Guaranteed minimum

$800.00 biweekly while in training Candidates additional information: • Financially motivated • Flexible Work Schedule • No sales experience required • Creative, personable & dependable • Reliable transportation • Pass Drug & Background check • Hospitalization, dental, eye- 30 days

85+ years in business. Call Glenn 317-756-8788 Send resume to: glenn.lifonti@oberweis.com Part time cleaning positions in a medical facility Previous experience necessary $8.50 plus incentive bonuses Call Margie Wilson for more details 317-910-0194

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DRIVER-COURIER

Large Indianapolis Courier Company is seeking to expand its fleet of owner operators. Applicant must be 21yrs. of age and have a cargo van, minivan, Ford Transit or similar vehicle. $800-$1,000 Wk. Call 791-2749 M-F 9 am - 4 pm

Expansion In Fishers –

All positions open from general labor to customer service. No exp required. Office located in Fishers by Target. Must be 18 to apply. We offer company training. Apply today 317-900-6313

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A luxury Assisted Living in Carmel is looking for individuals who are customer-service oriented, dependable, & have a passion for serving others. Now Hiring CNA’s/HHA’s, Servers, Activity Assistants/Drivers & Housekeepers to join our team in August. Please send your resume to msb082014@gmail.com

NOW HIRING Full/Part-time Linecook & Waitress Apply in person 160 East Carmel Drive • 843-9900

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Appointment coordination, Generated reports, invoice documents, Billing Adjustments, Event and meeting planning,setting appointments, send your resume and salary expectations to: crisher47@gmail.com If you are interested in a opportunity to make a difference, earn extra income and choose the hours convenient to your schedule and personal life, Clarity Personal Care Services is interested in you. We are provider of choice for personal services/elder care in the home. Send your resume and information to applicant@malkoffandhughes.com

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Build a Career You Can Be Proud Of Xerox Services has immediate positions for Customer Service Representatives Walk-ins Welcome! Monday - Friday 9am - 4pm Questions? Please contact Tessa at 765-778-6219 Apply in person: 2828 Enterprise Drive Anderson, IN 46013

Must pass background and drug screen.

Apply online: http://www.jobsatxerox.com/anderson-vin/ EOE M/ F/Disability/Vet

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Answers to HOOSIER HODGEPODGE: DAYS: Friday, Monday, Saturday, Sunday, Thursday, Tuesday; BANKS: BMO Harris, Chase, Huntington, Key Bank, PNC; TOWNS: Bainbridge, Beech Grove, Bloomington, Brownsburg; COLORS: Blue, Red, White; SYMBOLS: Stars, Stripes; AFFILIATE: WFYI

“You can't beat Current when trying to reach out to the local public.” “Posting our job opening in Current was a tremendous success. Within hours of the issue being distributed, we had numerous inquiries from very qualified individuals. We signed up to have our ad run for two weeks, but was able to settle for one since we found the perfect person to fill our position so quickly. You can't beat Current when trying to reach out to the local public, and we will definitely use its services again." -Brian Carriger sales support manager Dimensions Furniture, Carmel

info@youarecurrent.com

317.489.4444

JOB FAIR

Wednesday, July 9, 2014 Westfield Intermediate School (enter at door #10) 326 W. Main Street, Westfield, IN 46074 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Adult Full and Part-time Positions Westfield High School Student Part-time Assistants (age 16 and up) BAC before and after school care grades K-4 Zone 58 after school care grades 5 to age 13 TOTS Child Care infants through preschool All Aboard Program pre-kindergarten Student Support Programs is hosting a Job Fair on Wednesday, July 9, 2014 for full-time and part-time positions in the Westfield Washington Schools (WWS) child care programs. BAC is offered at each of the WWS elementary buildings. Zone 58 is offered at Westfield Intermediate School. TOTS Child Care program for infants to preschool children is located at Monon Trail Elementary School. The All Aboard program for pre-kindergarten children is offered in all six WWS elementary buildings. Prior to attending the Job Fair, complete an online application for the BAC Assistant positions and/or TOTS and All Aboard Assistant positions at www.wws.k12.in.us > Departments > Human Resources > Employment Opportunities. BAC and Zone 58 work schedules vary during breaks. On school days, BAC has a split shift from 6:30-9 a.m. and 2-6 p.m. Zone 58 hours are 2-6 p.m. WHS student assistant positions are 3-6 p.m. TOTS and All Aboard full-time and part-time positions vary between 6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. All positions are Monday through Friday and are year-round including staff development days, school breaks, and summer. Job Fair interviews are on a first come/first serve basis between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. at Westfield Intermediate School (enter at door #10). For more information or questions regarding the Student Support Programs Job Fair, call (317) 867-8069.

July 1, 2014

Current in Fishers

www.currentinfishers.com

Summer Safety Seminar Series Together, St.Vincent Fishers Hospital and community partners are on a mission to provide parents with helpful tips to keep summertime happy –and safe for all ages. That’s why we’re hosting a series of FREE Summer Safety Seminars. Register at stvincent.org/SummerSafety or call 317-338-CARE.

Safe Grilling Tips, Food Safety and Favorite Summer Snack Options Thursday, July 10 | 6 – 7 p.m. Speaker: Breanna Moore, registered dietician, St.Vincent Fishers Hospital Attend this seminar and receive a complimentary Pathway to Wellness: Food for the Body, Mind and Spirit cookbook.

Safe Sitter Class Tuesday, July 15 | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.

All seminars are family friendly with a light meal provided. All participants will receive a travel first-aid kit for attending.

St.Vincent Fishers Hospital Conference Rooms A/B 13861 Olio Road, Fishers stvincent.org/SummerSafety

Staying Safe Outdoors Thursday, July 24 | 6 – 7 p.m. Speaker: Tamara Dickerson, MD, pediatrician, St.Vincent Medical Group Ellen Smith, associate aquatics director, Fishers YMCA