November 26, 2024 — Fishers

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Public weighs in on proposed charter school

By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com

Hamilton Southeastern Schools board of trustees heard about an hour of public comment Nov. 13 from more than 20 people, all strongly opposed to a proposed innovation charter school partnership between HSE Schools and the international nonprofit Opportunity Education.

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porarily referred to as Fishers Prep — would work to bring back kids who have left the district, in hopes of increasing HSE’s student count.

HSE’s student population has steadily decreased in the last five years, leading to reduced state funding. At the same time, costs have increased and the district is facing a multiyear deficit while officials consider ways to reduce costs or find additional revenue.

In a room packed with people carrying signs objecting to the charter school, speakers expressed concern about Opportunity Education’s lack of experience in providing career and technical education — a key component of the proposed school; the lack of details about what kind of CTE courses the school would provide; the lack of a competitive bidding process to manage the school; the effect a charter school would have on district finances; and the speed with which the proposed partnership was formed.

The public hearing was a required step for the district to move forward with the plan, which was initiated in mid-August. School board members will vote on whether to accept the partnership and submit an innovation charter school application to the state during the board’s Dec. 11 meeting.

HSE Director of PK-12 Initiatives Steve Loser and James Troupis, chief of schools for Opportunity Education, gave a presentation about the proposed partnership, which would lead to a new school building paid for by OE that would serve up to about 500 students starting in the 2026-27 school year. It would provide a focus on career and technical education on top of the regular instruction needed to graduate.

Loser said the proposal stems from the community’s desire and need for more CTE instruction within the district, along with changing state standards that will require more career-based education. He said HSE has limited space within its existing buildings to expand what it already offers. Loser added that the charter school — tem-

As an innovation school, Fishers Prep would be authorized by HSE and the board would appoint a member to the charter school’s board. The rest of that board would comprise appointed members of the community. The school would be funded by state education money brought in by students who choose to enroll at Fishers Prep.

Troupis said Opportunity Education has been primarily funded through philanthropy. He noted that the nonprofit has many schools in Tanzania, two private schools in California and Nebraska, soon will open two charter schools in Iowa and is in negotiations for additional charter schools, including Fishers Prep. He stressed that the nonprofit doesn’t have any religious or political affiliation.

“I can tell you as much as I can that we are as diverse of a group in terms of politics and religion — that is real strict for us,” he said. “That is something that doesn’t come into our schools.”

Opportunity Education was created in 2005 by Joe Ricketts, who founded financial services company Ameritrade in the 1970s. Ricketts publicly and financially backs Republican campaigns and faced backlash in 2019 for allegedly sending emails with bigoted comments. He also is the majority owner of the Chicago Cubs.

Troupis said that in addition to the CTE offerings, the proposed school would offer a small-school environment, which can benefit students who can feel overwhelmed in a larger school. It also would be a public school with no tuition fees open to any Indiana student. The school

would contract with HSE for some services, including transportation, food services and special education services, which would provide some payments back to the district.

Among the many members of the public who spoke in opposition to the proposed charter school were Brie Toste and Craig Frawley from the Hamilton Southeastern Education Association, the teachers union that was negotiating a new contract with the district.

They noted that the district has limited funding for pay increases for educators.

“So, it’s a hard pill to swallow when administration wants to open a charter school… and encourage 500 students to leave HSE,” Toste said. “That’s a hit of $3.2 million in the education fund — the fund that we bargain teacher salaries out of, the fund that pays our instructional aids, the fund that stocks our libraries, buys classroom supplies and pays our building principles.”

Frawley said the district already has CTE teachers on staff and the district could expand its own program.

“We believe it’s what’s best for our students, but we also believe what’s best for our students, our teachers and our community is not to give $3.2 million to an outof-state billionaire and his company that has seen no success in our state,” he said. “Board members have asked how teachers are being disrespected — they wanted insight into the bargaining process. This, right here, right now, is how teachers are being disrespected.”

During board discussion of the issue, some board members seemed to have reservations while others appeared open to the proposal. Board Member Suzanne Thomas said she needs a more detailed plan, a list of options and a cost analysis of the various options to make an informed decision.

Loser said he would have that information before the board’s scheduled vote on Dec. 11.

For more about Opportunity Education, visit opportunityeducation.org.

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Tentative HSE teacher contract agreement reached

By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com

Hamilton Southeastern Schools announced Nov. 15 that the district had reached a tentative agreement that day with the Hamilton Southeastern Education Association for a 2024-25 teacher contract.

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According to the announcement, the agreement reflects “the district’s commitment to supporting its educators and securing a bright future for the entire school community.”

The tentative agreement includes a base salary increase of $1,400 for returning teachers, recognition of advanced degrees for those that have obtained them since the last contract and an employer contribution of up to $2,000 toward a Health Savings Account for qualifying members.

“Facing an 8.5 percent increase to its traditional health insurance plan, the district is transitioning to a new High-Deductible Plan and corresponding Health Savings Account to minimize the overall financial impact on both the district and its employees, while allowing teachers to become consumers of their own healthcare costs,” the announcement stated. “The district will contribute between $1,000 to $2,000 to an HSA for members who elect this plan.”

HSEA President Abby Taylor declined to comment on the tentative agreement.

Nov. 15 was the state deadline for tentative teacher contract agreements to be filed. If the two sides had not reached an agreement by that date, state officials would have declared an impasse and appointed a mediator.

The two sides had been negotiating for several weeks, with teachers regularly attending school board meetings to express frustration with the process.

“We are grateful for the hard work, dedication, and collaboration that made this agreement possible,” Superintendent Pat Mapes stated. “Our students have the best and brightest educators working with them each and every day.”

The HSE Board of Trustees had scheduled a special meeting Nov. 21 for a required public hearing on the agreement. To view the agreement, visit hseschools.org/ board/contracts.

Carmel, Fishers shift left in November election

By Ann Marie Shambaugh and Leila Kheiry AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com, Leila@youarecurrent.com

As most of the nation voted more Republican in the Nov. 5 general election than it did four years ago, Fishers and Carmel shifted to the left.

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Republicans scored big wins statewide Nov. 5, with Donald Trump easily clinching the state’s electoral votes in the presidential race and Mike Braun defeating his Democratic challenger for governor. But those candidates narrowly lost in Hamilton County’s two largest cities.

Hamilton County Democratic Party chair Jocelyn Vare said Hamilton County is no longer a “red” county and the numbers overall are trending toward a more bipartisan voter base.

She said 20 years ago, George W. Bush won Hamilton County by 49 points, compared to a six-point lead countywide by Trump this year.

the more affluent communities of Hamilton County,” Wilson said.

“Hamilton County, clearly, is recalibrating to be a bipartisan community,” she said. “We’re seeing that first, very dramatically, in Carmel and Fishers — the two largest municipalities — but I’m certain we’re going to continue to see that next in Westfield and Noblesville, as well.”

That shift can be attributed at least in part to the county’s growth, she said, “not only in population, but in diversity and age range and where people come from.”

Hamilton County Republican Party chair Mario Massillamany did not respond to a request for comment.

Laura Merrifield Wilson, an associate professor of political science at the University of Indianapolis who specializes in local government, described Hamilton County election results as a deviation from a national trend to the right. She said high inflation in recent years likely motivated many people nationwide to vote against Democrats at the top of the ticket.

“For the larger country and for a lot of Indiana, (the Republican economic) message probably really mattered a lot to voters in ways that it might not have made the same kind of impact or dent for

Wilson added that Hamilton County is unique because it is one of the few areas in Indiana where elections are frequently competitive and not dominated by one party.

In the most local race on the ballot in Carmel, openly conservative school board candidates lost to candidates who did not make party affiliation part of their campaigns.

In the 2022 Carmel school board race, one of three conservative candidates was elected and the margin of victory in the other races was much tighter.

In Fishers, Hamilton Southeastern Schools board of trustees had three open seats. A slate of candidates endorsed by the conservative organization Fishers One and running on conservative values lost to three candidates — including two incumbents — who had been endorsed by the local teachers union and who didn’t declare a party affiliation in their races.

In 2022, four Fishers One-endorsed candidates won their school board races, leading to a conservative majority on the board.

Wilson said she had expected the school board races in Carmel and HSE to be closer this election cycle.

“I absolutely was surprised (by the margin of victory). The previous election cycle had been very competitive and these races were not nearly so,” she said. “In some ways, that might be reactive to previous conversations about (critical race theory) and book banning. It felt like maybe there was strong pushback.”

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HSE senior outside hitter develops all-around game

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Hamilton Southeastern High School senior volleyball player Lindsey Mangelson’s value to the team kept increasing during her three years as a starter.

“She has been a critical piece of the puzzle the last three years,” Royals coach Jason Young said. “She is obviously an outstanding offensive player. She turned herself into a really good defensive player the last several years through hard work. She started her career as a piece of the puzzle and then became a main piece this last year. We really depended on her to carry the load and she was able to do that for us. She’s an outstanding player and a really great kid.”

A 6-foot-2 outside hitter, Mangelson helped the Royals win IHSAA Class 4A state championships in 2022 and 2023. They finished 32-3 and reached the 4A semistate final Nov. 2 before losing to Fort Wayne Carroll in a 3-1 match.

“It’s a blessing. I would’ve never thought that I would be a part of such a special program,” Mangelson said. “Each team was

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different, but I have loved being on all of them.”

Mangelson, who set a single-season team record for kills with 549, was named the 2024 Hoosier Crossroads Conference Athlete of the Year for volleyball. The previous school record was 532 by Hayden Huybers in 2015. Mangelson also set the sin-

Hamilton Southeastern High School senior volleyball player Lindsey Mangelson was named the Hoosier Crossroads Conference Athlete of the Year for volleyball. (Photo courtesy of Lindsey Mangelson)

gle-match record for kills with 36 against Zionsville, breaking Kierra Jones’ record of 29 set several years ago.

“My mental game is where I think I’ve improved the most,” Mangelson said. “I have been getting better at building up my confidence and the confidence of those around me. I’m still not where I want to be, but I’ve seen a huge difference in how I handle struggles.”

Young said she was counted on as one of the captains and leaders.

“The kids naturally gravitated toward her because of who she is,” Young said. “She went from (being) a three-rotation player for me as a junior and turned into a six-rotation player where she didn’t come off the floor. She was playing all the time. The work she put in (during) the offseason to get better defensively made significant improvements in her game and allowed us to use her more, which was a huge help. Anytime she was on the court, we were better.”

Mangelson, who has signed to play for Mississippi State University, said she will miss her teammates the most.

“All the many memories I have made with them, from our team dinners to the late-night bus rides, and the wins,” she said.

Mangelson said she chose Mississippi State because of the coaches and the players and because she loved the smalltown college feel.

“I also have always wanted to play in the SEC,” she said

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Liquidation begins for Drive Planning’s Fishers, Geist assets

By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com

About four months after the federal Securities and Exchange Commission announced enforcement against Drive Planning investment firm, the receiver in charge of the firm’s assets has filed a liquidation plan for those assets, including the company’s partially built office space on 116th Street in Fishers and the managing partner’s home in the Geist area of Indianapolis.

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The initial complaint filed in federal court in Georgia Aug. 13 alleges that the Georgia-based firm had been operating a $300 million real estate Ponzi scheme that affected more than 2,000 investors, misappropriating millions of dollars that went toward founder Russell Todd Burkhalter’s “lavish” lifestyle, including a $3 million yacht, a $2 million luxury condo and millions spent on private jet charters.

The company is in receivership, which is when the court appoints a receiver to take control of a company’s assets to preserve or sell them. Kenneth Murena was appointed as the receiver for Drive Planning and has set up a website to communicate with the thousands of affected investors: driveplanningreceivership.com.

Murena’s most recent court filing Nov. 11 is a plan to liquidate — sell — Drive Planning’s physical assets. The court eventually will decide how to distribute those assets to Drive Planning’s investors and creditors, according to the website.

In his Nov. 11 filing, Murena reports that

he has taken control of more than $50 million in cash from Drive Planning bank accounts, along with about $1.1 million in cryptocurrency that was converted to dollars. Those funds were moved to a single interest-bearing account.

Real property Murena has seized totals about $40 million in value and includes property in Georgia, Florida, Indiana and Mexico.

Among those properties is the Drive Planning site on 116th Street, which the company bought for about $625,000 with plans to build its new office. Those plans were approved by the Fishers City Council in January and construction had begun. Murena has listed the site for sale.

“After assessing the property’s condition, photographing it and performing a market analysis, the receiver’s realtor listed it for sale for $800,000,” the court filing states. “The receiver received one offer of $300,000 for the property, which the receiver rejected. Thereafter, the receiver’s realtor notified the receiver that a second written offer would be forthcoming.”

In addition to the $40 million in seized property, Murena has documentation of various properties bought with investor funds but owned by affiliates of the company rather than by the company outright. That includes the single-family home on Geist Reservoir in Indianapolis that Murena states Drive Planning purchased for Gerry Linarducci, a managing partner with the firm.

Murena writes that he has demanded

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Construction of Drive Planning’s new building on 116th Street is in limbo as the company faces a federal Securities and Exchange Commission court case. (Rendering courtesy of the City of Fishers)

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the home be turned over to the estate.

“Thus far, Mr. Linarducci has refused to turn over the property or repay the purchase price to the estate,” Murena stated in the report. “If the receiver is unable to recover the purchase price by agreement with Mr. Linarducci, he will pursue appropriate legal and equitable remedies.”

Murena estimates the Pearl Bay Ridge home’s value at $2 million. According to the Zillow summary of the home, it is about 7,000 square feet and has six bedrooms, six bathrooms and a pool. Its most recent transaction was July 2023, when it sold for about $1.9 million.

In an earlier court finding, Murena notes there are various pending court cases filed by Drive Planning investors. While the federal case makes its way through court, those individual cases have been stayed — postponed. Among them is one filed Aug. 15 in Hamilton County. The petitioner’s complaint in that case states that the Hancock County resident lost about $50,000 by investing with Drive Planning. In response to an email seeking the number of Indiana investors affected by the case, Murena said he does not have investors categorized by state of residence.

DISPATCHES

Art for veterans — The Fishers Art Center has partnered with Armed Services Arts Partnership (ASAP) to offer free classes and workshops for veterans, service members, military family members and caregivers, including a free printmaking Make It Take It workshop for the military-connected community from 4 to 6 p.m. Dec. 7. For more about the center, visit fishersartcenter.org.

Cookies with Characters — The City of Fishers Parks Department presents the annual Cookies with Characters Dec. 7, 8, 14 and 15 at the Ambassador House. Activities include decorating cookies, a visit from the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who and other Whoville fun and games. All parents and children, regardless of age, must be registered to attend. Children 2 and under are free to attend with registration. To register, visit playfishers.com/583/ Cookies-with-Characters.

Winter Break camp — Registration is open for the City of Fishers Parks Department’s 2024 Winter Break Camp. The annual win-

ter break camp offers drop-in camp days for a range of ages and follows Hamilton Southeastern Schools’ district calendar. Classes are Dec. 23, 26, 27, 30 and 31, and Jan. 2 and 3. For more and to register, visit playfishers.com/750/Winter-Break-Camp.

Free admission to state parks – The Indiana DNR invites Hoosiers to spend time outdoors with free admittance to all DNR properties Nov. 29 for “OptOutsideIN2024.”

DNR officials said the free day of admission — the Friday after Thanksgiving — is designed to give people a chance to get out for a hike after the big meal; create memories with their families; and enter a contest for fun prizes. Learn more at in.gov/dnr under the events tab.

Free Yoga Wednesdays — The City of Fishers Parks Department offers Free Yoga Wednesdays indoors at the Billericay Park building, 12690 Promise Rd. The classes run from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. through the end of the year and are led by Roots & Wings Yoga Wellness. All skill levels are welcome. Participants must bring their own mat.

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Balmoral Village development planned in Fishers

By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com

Plans are in the works to develop the approximately 44-acre Balmoral House and estate off Allisonville Road into Balmoral Village, offering 66 sin gle-family detached homes and 102 town homes for purchase.

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The Fishers City Council introduced an ordinance Nov. 18 to rezone the site, one of the first steps needed to move the development forward. Corby Thompson with Boomerang Development gave a pre sentation on behalf of Lennar Homes, the primary developer, including a brief history of the property.

The site is owned by Rick and Diane Eaton and has been in the family since the 1940s. In 1998, the Eatons developed the land into a private golf course. The two are retired now, Thompson said, and the prop erty has become challenging for the family to maintain, which is why they decided to sell.

Thomson said Lennar Homes estimates the development will cost about $80 million.

Taylor Navarre from Lennar Homes said company officials are excited about the new development.

“There’s a lot of good momentum here along the Allisonville corridor and we’re here for a reason,” he said. “We think that the market is ready for these types of homes and will do very well to serve the need the market demands.”

The detached homes will be a mix of one- and two-story buildings, Navarre said, and the townhomes will be three stories. All will have rear-loading attached garages with alley access.

“The single-family detached (homes) will range from 2,000 to 3,000 square feet, will feature three to five bedrooms and twoand-a-half to three-and-a-half bathrooms, and are anticipated to be offered in the range of $500,000 to $700,000,” he said, adding that the town homes will range from 1,700 to just shy of 2,300 square feet and will cost between $400,000 and $500,000.

Council members asked the developers to consider footing the bill for neighboring properties to hook into city water and sewer if they’re still on septic; and to pro-

vide a plan for preserving as many of the property’s trees as possible.

City of Fishers Planning Director Ross Hilleary noted that a neighborhood meeting is set for 6:30 p.m. Dec. 11 at the Balmoral House. The Plan Commission will review the developer’s proposals and hold a public hearing on Jan. 8, 2025. A final reading by the council is tentatively set for Jan. 21. In other matters, the council held a public hearing Nov. 18 on the proposed annexation of unincorporated areas that are approximately between Cyntheanne Road and the county line from East 101st Street to East 113th.

The proposed annexation area includes about 950 parcels. About 75 percent of those are in developments that agreed during the development process that they would fall under a waiver so future owners couldn’t legally object to annexation. Some of the property owners who don’t have waivers spoke during the public hearing in opposition to annexation, expressing concern about higher taxes and additional development.

The council is expected to take a final vote on the annexation plan during its Dec. 16 meeting.

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Rotary supports Project Hope

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Fishers Rotary Club donated $20,000 to Hamilton Southeastern Education Foundation’s Project Hope during a special Rotary meeting Nov. 15 in support of the organization’s mission to provide access to school-based mental health care for HSE students.

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Justin Hirnisey, executive director of the foundation, and Molly Kerwan, mental health coordinator of HSE schools, gave a presentation about the organization’s efforts and outcomes. Hirnisey stated that in the previous year, Project Hope gave more than $200,000 in grant funds to help students who are unable to pay for mental health services due to lack of insurance.

Fishers Rotary has sponsored a fundraising golf outing annually since 2021 to support underserved youth and their mental health needs.

“It’s important that we help to remove the stigma of mental health and we are proud to play a small role in helping Project Hope achieve its goals,” stated Tad Bristow, co-chair of the golf outing committee.

Kerwan stated that although risk assessments have nearly doubled this year over last year, she was pleased that “every one of those students got connected to our robust team and received services.”

According to the presentation, the reasons students need additional mental health care include a lack of basic needs and increased anxiety. In addition to funding mental health support for students, Project Hope offers services to parents as they help their children.

For more, visit hsefoundation.org/ projecthope.

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Enjoy live music, Carolers, a festival parade and tree lighting. Food and craft vendors, a visit with Santa, and ice skating and crafts in the kidzone. Local shopping and dining. Let the magic of the season start with this one of a kind event.

Fishers Rotary donated $20,000 to Hamilton Southeastern Education Foundation’s Project Hope Nov. 15. From left are Dereck Vogler, Molly Kerwan and Justin Hirnisey. (Photo courtesy of Fishers Rotary)

FISHERS DECEMBER EVENTS

TRIVIA NIGHT FUNDRAISER

Muscular Dystrophy Family Foundation is hosting a free trivia night on Giving Tuesday, the national day of charity giving, starting at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 3 at Ale Emporium in Fishers, 11501 Geist Pavilion Drive, #100. The event will include raffles, trivia and a $5,000 anonymous match for any contributions made that night.

WINTER ART MARKETS

Fishers Arts Council’s Winter Art Markets at Sun King, 9713 District N. Dr., Suite 1220, return Dec. 5, 12 and 19, with markets running from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Each day is a different set of artists and artisans. and every evening includes fine art, books, toys, personal care items, jewelry and more.

ONEZONE EVENTS

OneZone Chamber of Commerce, representing businesses in Carmel and Fishers, hosts monthly networking events for members and nonmembers. December events include:

• A monthly OWN workshop for women featuring speaker Katie Zarich who will focus on imposter syndrome from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Dec. 4 at Niemann’s Harvest Market, 2140 E 116th St., Carmel. For more or to register, visit onezonechamber.com.

• A monthly Eggs & Issues with Vanessa Green Sinders, Indiana Chamber’s first woman president and CEO, from 8 to 9:30 a.m. Dec. 13 at the Bridgewater Club, 3535 E. 161st St., Carmel. For more or to register, visit onezonechamber.com.

NOVEMBER GOVERNMENT MEETINGS

The following Fishers government meetings are scheduled during the month of November:

• Plat Committee — 4 p.m. Dec. 4, Fishers Municipal Center theater

• Planned Unit Development — 5 p.m. Dec. 4, Fishers Municipal Center theater

• Plan Commission — 6 p.m. Dec. 4, Fishers Municipal Center theater

• Board of Public Works & Safety — 9 a.m. Dec. 10 and 24, Nickel Plate Conference Room

• Finance Committee — 5 p.m. Dec. 11, Nickel Plate Conference Room

• City Council — 7 p.m. Dec. 16, Fishers Municipal Center theater

• Hamilton Southeastern Schools Board of Trustees — 6 p.m. Dec. 11, 13485 Cumberland Rd.

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Ice rinks return for the holidays

By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com

With the return of cold weather, business at ice-skating rinks throughout northern Indianapolis is warming up. Several ice rinks, such as the Federal Hill Ice Plaza and The Ice Rink at Holliday Farms, are now open or opening soon and will offer communities an outdoor activity for the entire family.

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The City of Noblesville recently opened the seasonal Federal Hill Ice Plaza, presented by Noblesville Parks and Recreation. The temporary ice rink in the Federal Hill Apartments parking lot at 196 Westfield Rd. opened Nov. 23. It will close for the season Jan. 6, 2025.

Several other events also will be presented throughout December in Federal Hill Commons, according to Noblesville Parks and Recreation Assistant Director Charlie Elliott and Recreation Program Coordinator Sarah Oakley.

“From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 14, we will turn Federal Commons into the North Pole,” Oakley said. “So, we’ll have live reindeer and a craft station. We’re trying to get a toy shop in one of the coffee houses, and we’re going to have live elf actors and carolers. So, it’ll be a fun event and tie right in with the ice rink. We also have a Jingle Bell breakfast on the morning of the North Pole event.”

There also will be a chance to skate with the Noblesville Police Department Dec. 20.

“We’re definitely about having everybody down there,” Elliott said. “We’re excited to open full-time from Dec. 21 through Jan. 6. We’re hopeful it fills up for those days.”

Admission, including skate rental, is $11 for kids 12 and under and $13 for people 13 and older.

For more, visit noblesvilleparks.org/402/Ice-Skating.

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The Ice Rink at Holliday Park will return for its third year Nov. 29 at 6363 Spring Mill Rd. and remain open until March 1, 2025.

“We are excited and look forward to welcoming skaters back for the third season of the Ice Rink,” stated Adam Barnes, executive director of the Holliday Park Foundation. “As this event becomes more sustainable every year, we are proud of the impact we can make by offering residents the ability to get out and relax in nature during the winter months, as well as expanding our educational and community programming to foster lifelong memories at Holliday Park.”

In its third season, the rink will offer familiar and expanded programming as well as new partnerships, including:

• Concessions: MASHCraft, a new food and beverage vendor, will offer classic concessions and elevated food options, including beer and wine.

Concessions will be available Friday through Sunday and during special events.

• Learn to Skate: Skating lessons for a variety of ages and skill levels on Mondays from 6 to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 to 11 a.m.

• Coffee Club: A skating lesson group for adults with complimentary coffee on Saturdays from 11 a.m. to noon.

• Learn to Play Hockey: Free, drop-in hockey lessons will be conducted by Our Hockey House on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings from 6 to 7 p.m.

• 3-on-3 Pond Hockey: The Ice Rink can be rented for 3-on-3 hockey games on Tuesday evenings at 7:30 p.m., with equipment provided by the renting party. Each session is limited to the first 20 players at $25 a person.

• School Programming: The Ice Rink will host a variety of opportunities for schools including field trips, half-price Fridays with any student ID, private rentals for PTO fundraisers, parties, sports groups and homeschool skate sessions on Fridays from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

• Private Rink Rentals: The rink can be rented for $400 an hour.

Tickets are $14 online and at the door and include skate rental. Admission is free for children 4 and younger and students of any age receive a half-off entry on Fridays with their student ID. Season passes are available for $150. For more, visit hollidaypark.org/rink.

OTHER AREA ICE RINKS:

• Carmel:

The Ice at Carter Green: theiceatcartergreen.com Carmel Ice Skadium: carmeliceskadium.com

• Fishers: Indy Fuel Tank: indyfueltank.com

• Westfield: The Ice Ribbon: tinyurl.com/3k7hkf26

• Lawrence: Winterfest: visitlawrenceindiana.com/events/ winterfest/skate-rink

Holiday Events

CARMEL CHRISTKINDLMARKT

The Carmel Christkindlmarkt features German-inspired food, gifts and entertainment throughout the holiday season at Carter Green. The market is generally open from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesdays and Thursdays, noon to 9 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and noon to 8 p.m. Sundays through Dec. 24. Attendees may also skate at the Ice at Carter Green within the market. For a full schedule of events and special hours, visit CarmelChristkindlmarkt.com.

WESTFIELD IN LIGHTS

Free winter-themed games, food vendors, retail merchants, live llamas and visits from Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer are just some of the activities sched uled for Westfield in Lights. The event returns from 3 to 6 p.m. Dec. 7 at Grand Junction Plaza, 225 S. Union St. The event culminates with the traditional Tree Lighting Celebration beginning at 5:50 p.m. on the main stage. Mayor Scott Willis and special guests will officially light the tree at 6 p.m., which signifies the kickoff to the holiday season in Westfield. During the event, Mrs. Claus will be at Something Splendid, 217 Mill St. for a picture and cookies.

ZIONSVILLE’S CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE Registration is open for sponsors and parade participants for the family-friendly Christmas in the Village event from 5 to 6:30 p.m. Nov. 30. The parade steps off at 5 p.m. at Eagle Elementary and concludes at Old National Bank. Santa and Mrs. Claus will light the tree on the corner of Pine and Main streets at the conclusion of the parade. Register as a sponsor or a parade entry at zionsvillechamber.org under the ‘events’ tab. Questions can be directed to info@zionsvillechamber.org.

The Federal Hill Ice Plaza at 196 Westfield Rd. (Photo courtesy of the City of Noblesville)

COOKIES WITH CHARACTERS

The City of Fishers Parks Department presents the annual Cookies with Characters Dec. 7, 8, 14 and 15 at the Ambassador House, 10598 Eller Rd, Fishers. Activities include decorating cookies, a visit from the Grinch and Cindy Lou Who and other Whoville fun and games. All parents and children, regardless of age, must be registered to attend. Children 2 and under are free to attend with registration. No walk-ups will be permitted. Registration is non-transferrable. To register, visit playfishers.com/583/ Cookies-with-Characters.

NOBLESVILLE’S NORTH POLE

Experience Santa’s village at Noblesville’s North Pole at Federal Hill Commons, 175 Logan St., from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Dec. 14. Experience a visit with live reindeer, festive crafts, photo opportunities, elf training and more. Admission and activities are all free and vendors will have items for purchase. Attendees can also sign up for Breakfast with Santa at the Green Room. For more, contact Noblesville Parks & Recreation at 317-776-6350.

ARTIST DEVELOPMENT STUDIO

Fest

Fishers restaurant offers

‘Nutcracker’ cocktail experience

By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com

The classic holiday ballet “The Nutcracker” has been a Christmastime staple for more than 100 years, inspiring numerous adaptations and — now — signature cocktails.

Every Saturday, Sunday and Monday Nov. 30 through Dec. 23, HC Tavern + Kitchen in Fishers, 9709 E. 116th St., will celebrate the holidays and honor the classic ballet with its “The Nutcracker Suite” holiday pop-up.

HC Tavern General Manager Aaron Hutchinson said this is the second year the restaurant has hosted a holiday pop-up. Last year’s event was based on The Grinch — a Dr. Seuss character — and Hutchinson said it was so popular, they were turning people away some nights.

This year, he said, the restaurant’s terrace will feature over-the-top decor, including life-sized displays of favorite “Nutcracker” characters along with themed cocktails.

“We’re really transforming our terrace on our second level into a kind of a whimsical world where guests can come, enjoy the holiday ambience, have some cocktails and then hopefully enjoy some dinner or something at the bar, either before or after,” Hutchinson said.

He said the holidays are a busy time for the restaurant and the pop-up experience is an added value they are offering to customers.

“You have businesses doing holiday parties, you have families traveling and getting together and then, hopefully, people will come either before or after their meal and enjoy the ambiance (and) take some holiday pictures,” he said.

No reservations are required to attend the pop-up, but people can get onto a list if the space fills up before they arrive. Hutchinson said that last year, the response from customers was almost overwhelming.

“The team here experienced guests arriving hours early to get their name on the list,” he said. “And on nights we closed at 10 — at 9, they had to just turn the wait list off, because we

“Nutcracker”-themed cocktails will be featured during HC Tavern + Kitchen’s holiday pop-up experience, starting Nov. 30 and running through Dec. 23. (Photo courtesy of Huse Culinary)

would (have) a 2-1/2-hour wait for it.”

Hutchinson said some of the specialty cocktails for “The Nutcracker” pop-up include a toasty Nutcracker, which is essentially a s’mores old fashioned; a Sugar Plum Fairy made with rosè gin; and the Mouse King’s revenge, which is a bananas foster martini.

“We’ve got some really neat drinks that are on-theme for the holiday season,” he said. “I think it’s going to be really special and really going to transform the ambience of our loft space.”

For more, visit atthehc.com/ happenings.

NUTCRACKER PERFORMANCES

Various “Nutcracker” performances are planned during the holiday season. They include:

• Indiana Ballet Conservatory, Nov. 30 and Dec. 1, The Palladium, Carmel

• The Village Dance Studio, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. Dec. 8 at the STAR Bank Performing Arts Center at Zionsville Community High School, 1000 Mulberry St.

• Central Indiana Dance Ensemble, Dec. 13-15, STAR Bank Performing Arts Center, Zionsville

• Indianapolis Ballet, Dec. 19-22, Murat Theatre at Old National Centre, Indianapolis

• Ballet INitiative, Dec. 20-22, The Basile Theatre, Indianapolis

Presented by IU Health North Hospital

Holiday Events

CARMEL: HOLIDAY PORCHFEST

Holiday Porchfest will feature performers singing holiday classics beginning at 2 p.m. Dec. 7 in Midtown Plaza. Onsite vendors will offer warm beverages and snacks. Learn more at CarmelPorchfest.org.

NOBLESVILLE: REINDEER EXPRESS

The community can take an hour and fifteen-minute ride with Santa at the Nickel Plate Express in Noblesville this holiday season. The journey takes passengers on a round-trip ride from Noblesville to Arcadia, traveling through Cicero and over Morse Reservoir. The ride includes hot chocolate, a holiday cookie, holiday music and a chance to write a letter to the North Pole. For tickets, visit nickelplateexpress.com/winter-train-rides/ reindeer-express.

WESTFIELD: LETTERS TO SANTA

A Letters to Santa mailbox will be available with direct service to the North Pole at Grand Junction Plaza, 225 S. Union St. through Dec. 15. Mailboxes are also located outside Westfield City Services, 2728 E. 171st St.; Westfield Fire Department Headquarters/Station 81, 16901 Ditch Rd.; the Westfield Washington Public Library, 17400 Westfield Blvd. Please include a self-addressed stamped envelope so Santa can reply promptly.

FISHERS: WINTER ART MARKETS

Fishers Arts Council’s Winter Art Markets at Sun King, 9713 District N. Dr., Suite 1220, return Dec. 5, 12 and 19, with markets running from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Each day is a different set of artists and artisans. and every evening includes fine art, books, toys, personal care items, jewelry and more.

CARMEL: SANTA SOIREE

Clay Terrace will present the Santa Soiree from 4 to 7 p.m. Dec. 7 in the Village Green in front of Dick’s Sporting Goods. Guests can meet Santa, enjoy holiday beverages, listen to live music performances and watch the Christmas tree lighting ceremony. Carriage rides

will be available from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. There is no cost to attend the event. Learn more at clayterrace. com/events/santa-soiree-2.

ZIOSNVILLE: HOLIDAY HOME TOUR

The 13th Annual Carol of Homes — Holiday Home Tour will showcase six local homes festively decorated for the holidays Dec. 7 in Zionsville. The tour is tied together from home to home with Zionsville Community High School show choir performers singing traditional and modern holiday tunes. Tickets are $25 each. Learn more about the tour at holidayhometour.weebly.com

WHITESTOWN: WINTER MARKET

The Town of Whitestown hosts a monthly winter market at the Whitestown Community Recreation Center at the Whitestown Municipal Complex. The market is 9 a.m. to noon Dec. 14; Jan. 11, 2025; Feb. 8; and March 8. A variety of vendors will sell local products and foods. Learn more at whitestown.in.gov under the community tab.

NOBLESVILLE: COOKIE CRAWL

Explore the Downtown Square and gather cookies from local merchants during the annual Cookie Crawl charity event! Pre-order your cookie tin prior to Dec. 7 and pick it up Dec. 7th at Linden Tree. Walk around the downtown collecting cookies to fill your tin at participating businesses. A map will be given to you when you pick up the tin. Proceeds are donated to Fueled for School of Noblesville. For more, visit facebook.com/ events/486694984400003?_rdr.

WESTFIELD: HOLIDAY FESTIVAL

Westfield High School Performing Arts students including concert band, symphonic band, wind symphony, percussion ensemble, New Waves Choir, Signature Sound Choir and Limited Edition Choir are part of the holiday festival at 7 p.m. Dec. 13 and 2 p.m. Dec. 14 at the WHS auditorium. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for students. Purchase tickets at westfield.band/ concerts.

This Week’s Market Magic!

Special Events

Nov. 30, 7-8 p.m., Sankt Martinstag

Dec. 1, 12-8 p.m., Indianapolis Colts Fest

Werkstatt

Nov. 23-Dec. 1, Markus Wagner, Oberammergau Woodcarver

Kinderecke

Nov. 30, 4-7 p.m., Wooden Lantern Craft

Dec. 1, 12-8 p.m., Blue Horseshoe Ornament Craft

Spielhaus

Nov. 27, 12-3 p.m., Snow Sisters

Nov. 30, 12-5 p.m., Roz Puppets

Dec. 1, 12-6 p.m., Santa

Entertainment

Nov. 29, 7-9 p.m., Jennie DeVoe

Nov. 30, 1:30-3:30 p.m., Jay Fox & the Jammin’ Germans

Nov. 30, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Johnny Koenig

Dec. 1, 2-4 p.m., Johnny Koenig

November 23 - December 24

Feuerzangenbowle translates to “fire tongs punch.” (Photo by Roben Bellomo, Bellomo Studios, Carmel Christkindlmarkt)

Flaming German cocktail among new offerings at Carmel Christkindlmarkt

By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

A flaming German cocktail traditionally served at festive social gatherings has debuted this year at the Carmel Christkindlmarkt.

To make Feuerzangenbowle, which translates to “fire tongs punch,” rum-soaked sugar is lit on fire and as it caramelizes it drips into a cup of Glühwein below.

Michael Nahmias, vice president of operations for the Carmel Christkindlmarkt, said Feuerzangenbowle tastes similar to Glühwein with a hint of rum.

“In general, though, the taste is sort of secondary to the experience,” Nahmias said. “This is the kind of drink that is often enjoyed at home with loved ones or maybe a group of friends that only gets together once a year.”

Feuerzangenbowle has been enjoyed in Europe since at least the 1700s but became more popular in Germany in 1944 after the film “Die Feuerzangenbowle” was released.

Carmel Christkindlmarkt CEO Maria Murphy traveled to Wörgl, Austria, to work with a coppersmith on the design of kettles that can be used to make Feuerzangenbowle on a large scale at the Carmel festival, which runs through Dec. 24 at Carter Green.

Nahmias said the drink is typically served in smaller settings than the Carmel Christkindlmarkt, but organizers are taking steps to replicate the traditional experience of enjoying Feuerzangenbowle as much as possible.

“Obviously it’s difficult to bring that intimate, cozy vibe into a bustling market, but we’re doing everything we can to make it special,” Nahmias said. “Our Feuerzangenbowle will be served out of giant 40-plus liter copper kettles; you’ll see these types of stands scattered across Germany, and as far as we know, we’re the first to do it this way in the U.S. That’s a point of pride for us. We want people to

come to Carmel and have an experience that they can’t get anywhere else in the country.”

The Christkindlmarkt will serve Feuerzangenbowle in a commemorative mug. An extra shot of rum can be added upon request.

Nahmias said he doesn’t know if Feuerzangenbowle will become as popular in the U.S. as some other German-inspired beverages, but he is eager for Christkindlmarkt visitors to give it a try.

“Feuerzangenbowle is more of a niche drink. It doesn’t have the cultural resonance in America the same way that German beer or even mulled wine does,” Nahmias said. “Hopefully, it becomes another fan favorite. In general, though, I want every one of our visitors to leave the market having learned or experienced something new. Maybe they learn how to ice skate, maybe they gain a newfound love of polka music, or maybe they try a new drink and learn about a German comedy from 80 years ago.”

Learn more at Carmel Christkindlmarkt.com.

NEW OFFERINGS

In addition to Feuerzangenbowle, other new offerings at the Carmel Christkindlmarkt this year include:

• Knödel & Champignons – A vegan hut offering dumplings and sauteed mushrooms covered in a creamy garlic sauce.

• Zinnstadt – A pewter booth offering a variety of hand-painted German pewter ornaments and steins.

• Werkstatt Souvenirs – A gift shop next to the Werkstatt dedicated to the sale of items made by visiting German artisans, including handcarved figures, glass creations and more.

• Custom Glass Ornaments – A limited-edition Carmel Christkindlmarkt collectible ornament, glass-blown the traditional Lauscha way and hand-painted specifically for the market.

Gift Ideas

LOCAL SPIRITS

Indulge in the local spirit scene. St. Elmo Steak House’s cherry-and-vanilla infused bourbon and Indianapolis-made Barkeep Vodka, crafted from Indiana corn, are readily available at local retailers.

SPORTS TICKETS

Give the gift of excitement with tickets to a professional sporting event. Hamilton County soon will feature several new teams. In addition to the Indy Fuel Hockey, the Indy Ignite Volleyball and Fishers Freight Football will call the new Fishers Event Center home. The Indy Mad Ants also will soon play in Noblesville. Find ticket options at:

• indyfuelhockey.com/tickets

• provolleyball.com/season-tickets

• fishersfreightfootball.com/tickets

• fortwayne.gleague.nba.com/ticket-central

GIFT CARDS

Give the gift of choice this holiday season with a gift card! Many local businesses are offering special deals. Consider a gift card to Indiana State Parks for outdoor adventures or to a local restaurant like Wine & Rind, Joe’s Butcher Shop, Bub’s Burgers, or Anthony’s Chophouse. For a culinary treat, check out Huse Culinary’s gift card offer: a 20 percent bonus on purchases of $125 or more.

Fest

CANADIAN BRASS

SAT NOV 23 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

DIONNE WARWICK

SUN NOV 24 AT 7PM | THE PALLADIUM

HOME FREE: ANY KIND OF CHRISTMAS TOUR

TUE DEC 3 AT 7:30PM | THE PALLADIUM

CHERRY POPPIN’ DADDIES: WWII TIKI XMAS CANTEEN

THU DEC 5 AT 7:30PM | THE PALLADIUM

THE FOUR PHANTOMS: HOLIDAY SHOW

FRI DEC 6 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

JANE LYNCH’S A SWINGIN’ LITTLE CHRISTMAS

SAT DEC 7 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

MATTEO BOCELLI: A NIGHT WITH MATTEO THU DEC 12 AT 7:30PM | THE PALLADIUM

DAVE KOZ & FRIENDS CHRISTMAS TOUR 2024

FRI DEC 13 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

JON MCLAUGHLIN & FRIENDS HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

SAT DEC 14 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

MAC MCANALLY

FRI JAN 10 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

LET’S SING TAYLOR: A LIVE BAND EXPERIENCE CELEBRATING TAYLOR SWIFT SAT JAN 11 AT 2PM & 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

YESTERDAY AND TODAY: THE INTERACTIVE BEATLES EXPERIENCE SAT JAN 18 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

THE EVOLUTION OF JONI MITCHELL STARRING LAUREN FOX FRI JAN 24 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON

HEART OF AFGHANISTAN FEATURING THE FANOOS ENSEMBLE SAT JAN 25 AT 8PM || THE TARKINGTON

JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS SUN JAN 26 AT 7PM | THE PALLADIUM

THE KINGS OF QUEEN SAT FEB 1 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

PETER SAGAL: HOST OF NPR’S WAIT WAIT...DON’T TELL ME! FRI FEB 7 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

FOLSOM PRISON EXPERIENCE: LEGENDARY 1968

JOHNNY CASH CONCERT SAT FEB 15 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

AN INTIMATE EVENING WITH STEVE WARINER FRI FEB 21 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

SEASON PARTNER

KALANI PE’A: GRAMMY-WINNING SINGER, SONGWRITER SAT FEB 22 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

DON WAS & THE PAN DETROIT ENSEMBLE FRI FEB 28 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

THE STEPCREW FRI MAR 7 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

BROOKLYN CHARMERS: A STEELY DAN TRIBUTE FRI MAR 7 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON

WELCOME BACK: THE RETURN OF EMERSON, LAKE &PALMER FRI MAR 21 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

DUSTBOWL REVIVAL:A LAUREL CANYON RETROSPECTIVE FRI MAR 21 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON

THE RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS SUN MAR 23 AT 7PM | THE TARKINGTON

GRIMMZ FAIRY TALES SUN MAR 23 AT 5PM | THE PALLADIUM

LANG LANG FRI MAR 28 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

EMMYLOU HARRIS THU APR 3 AT 7:30PM | THE PALLADIUM

PURE PRAIRIE LEAGUE SAT APR 5 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

THECENTERPRESENTS.ORG

UNITED STATES ARMY FIELD BAND & SOLDIERS’ CHORUS WEDS APR 9 AT 7:30PM | THE PALLADIUM

UKULELE ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN SAT APR 12 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

BACHELORS OF BROADWAY: GENTLEMEN OF THE THEATRE SUN APR 13 AT 7PM | THE PALLADIUM

ITZHAK PERLMAN IN RECITAL THU APR 17 AT 7:30PM | THE PALLADIUM

MICKY DOLENZ OF THE MONKEES: AN EVENING OF SONGS & STORIES FRI APR 25 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

BLACK VIOLIN SAT APR 26 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

OUR PLANET LIVE: A NETFLIX ORIGINAL DOCUMENTARY SERIES WITH DAN TAPSTER TUES, APR 29 AT 7:30PM | THE PALLADIUM

MARTY STUART AND HIS FABULOUS SUPERLATIVES THU MAY 1 AT 7:30PM | THE PALLADIUM

CELEBRATE THE SONGBOOK: MICHAEL FEINSTEIN WITH THE INDIANAPOLIS CHAMBER ORCHESTRA SAT MAY 10 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM

iLUMINATE SUN MAY 11 AT 4PM | THE PALLADIUM

JON MCLAUGHLIN

DON WAS LANG LANG EMMYLOU HARRIS

KALANI PE’A

MATTEO BOCELLI

From left, Hairy Dawg, Pat McAfee, Belle Sessions, Kirk Herbstreit and Henry Silver during the field goal kicking challenge segment on the set of College GameDay Built by the Home Depot at the University of Georgia. (Photo by Joshua R. Gateley / ESPN Images)

HSE graduate nails money kick

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Henry Silver might have looked totally calm on TV, but he wasn’t.

ACHIEVEMENT

Silver, a former Hamilton Southeastern High School soccer player from Fishers and a University of Georgia freshman, drew national attention by kicking a 33-yard field goal on former Indianapolis Colts punter Pat McAfee’s “Kicking is Easy” on ESPN College GameDay Nov. 16 in Athens, Ga.

“Even if it looked like I was calm up there, I was extremely nervous for the 30 minutes that they had me backstage,” the 2024 HSE graduate said. “I had to tell myself that I was going to make it to help ease my nerves.”

The first 300 people who arrive at College GameDay have an opportunity to get a raffle ticket, which is chosen at random.

Belle Sessions drew the ticket, but she informed McAfee’s representative she wouldn’t be able to make it. Silver didn’t know Sessions but was standing nearby and said he could make it. McAfee said later it was the first time someone had asked if someone else could kick for them, but immediately approved it.

Originally, Silver said if he made the kick, they would split the $150,000 but then McAfee made it $200,000, so they would get $100,000 each.

However, McAfee raised the stakes again and he announced a successful kick would be worth $800,000. Sessions and Silver would get $200,000 each and $400,000 would be donated to hurricane relief, but Silver had to make it on the first shot.  No problem, as Silver nailed it right down the middle with plenty of room to spare. Silver got a hug from McAfee as the crowd chanted “Henry.”

Silver said he had blocked everything out of his mind and didn’t know McAfee had doubled it to $200,000 each right before the kick.

“I was trying to focus on the kick and drown out all the noise behind me,” Silver said.

Silver’s parents, Geoff and Jennifer Silver, were watching at home.

“Henry texted us about an hour after the show started to tell us he was kicking,” Geoff said. “We were probably more nervous than him the rest of the morning leading up to it. We watched it all live at home and went absolutely crazy. We have probably watched the video at least 100 times since.”

They loved every minute of it.

“As parents, there is nothing better than seeing that kind of joy and excitement on your kid’s face,” Jennifer said. “It has been a lot of fun witnessing everyone be so excited for him.”

Silver played soccer on the HSE freshman team and then played on the junior varsity squad as a sophomore and junior.

“I’ve kicked some field goals before for fun but never for an organized football team,” Silver said. “I never tried to be the high school kicker because it interfered with soccer season. The attention has been crazy, to say the least. I’ve gotten texts from dozens of people, including friends, relatives and complete strangers congratulating me.”

Silver is a biology major on a pre-med track.

“I want to put a vast majority of the money away into savings for college, but I do feel obligated to buy a Pat McAfee jersey after this experience,” Silver said.

Silver’s younger brother, Teddy, was on the HSE freshman soccer team this past season. His sister, Anna, is a senior who ran cross country and plays lacrosse for the Royals.

“It was neat seeing him have that opportunity,” HSE boys soccer coach Chris White said of Silver. “He’s a great kid and (has) a great family.”

The only other successful kick on the show was when a University of Washington student missed his first try for $60,000 but made the second one for $30,000.

PAY IT LOCAL

City promotes small businesses through its ‘Shop Fishers’ holiday program

By Leila Kheiry leila@youarecurrent.com

Fishers is home to many thriving small businesses and the City of Fishers is helping those stores continue to thrive with its annual Shop Fishers promotion, kicking off on Small Business Saturday — the first Saturday after Thanksgiving.

Fishers Marketing and PR Manager Kara Hall said the event has been an annual promotion for many years. This year, the first day of Shop Fishers is Nov. 30 and the promotion runs through the end of the year.

“It’s really just a celebration of our local shops and restaurants that make our community vibrant and special,” she said. “A key component of Shop Fishers is that tons of our local businesses are running some great specials and deals throughout the holiday season, and so we always feature those deals on our website. Several businesses will have special Shop Fishers deals that they’ll run. It’s a great way for people to find stocking stuffers or gifts for others as they’re doing their holiday shopping.”

Roman & Leo owner Ang Castelli said her children’s boutique, which specializes in items for boys, opened in 2014 and she’s participated in Shop Fishers every year since then.

“It coincides with the national Small Business Saturday, so that has always been a really wonderful day for my store, because it really is just kind of a day dedicated to small businesses,” she said. “I think the fact that Shop Fishers kind of piggybacks on that Small Business Saturday, it’s helping to promote all of the small businesses in Fishers and just really kind of brings to light that there are so many great shops that people can look to for their holiday shopping.”

Castelli said that Saturday is her busiest day of the year and it seems that customers are intentional about making sure they support small businesses on that day. She credits the city for keeping the public aware of what’s available locally.

“The city, you know, they have a much bigger reach than we do as a small shop and they put signs all over the city, they go on TV,” she said. “And we get a lot of

new shoppers … during the Saturday of Shop Fishers. So, yeah, their efforts definitely make a difference.”

Penn & Beech Candle Co., 8698 E 116th St., is a new local business that’s partici-

pating in Shop Fishers. Director of Marketing and Customer Experience Sarah Chait said the Fishers store — one of several in the greater Indianapolis area — just opened in June, so this is the first year it

SPECIAL HOLIDAY DEALS

The City of Fishers was still gathering information from local shops about their holiday deals at deadline for this story, but Roman & Leo owner Ang Castelli and Sarah Chait of Penn & Beech Candle Co. gave a sneak preview of what their stores will offer.

Castelli said she always has a total store sale — 20 percent of everything except Jellycat toys — and 50 percent off select items on Small Business Saturday, but those items sell out quickly. In addition, she said, she offers gifts with purchase — but not for the kids.

“Being a children’s store, the mom is out shopping for her child,” she said. “So, we are rewarding her. The gift that we

give is not for the child, it’s for her.”

This year, those free gifts for mom include quilted bags, wristlets, perfume and under-eye masks. For more about Roman & Leo, visit romanandleo.com.

Penn & Beech is running a gift card promotion from Black Friday through the end of the year, Chait said.

“For every $50 in gift cards purchased, receive a free $10 bonus card — no limitations and gift cards do not expire,” she said. “Gift cards can be purchased both in shops and online and can be redeemed for both the candle-pouring experience and pre-poured candles.”

For more about Penn & Beech, visit pennandbeech.com.

will run a Shop Fishers special.

“We appreciate everything the City of Fishers and Hamilton County have done to help us grow and thrive in our third location and look forward to our first busy holiday season in Fishers,” she said. Hall said the holiday shopping season in Fishers seems to get busier every year with new shops and restaurants opening, particularly in the downtown area.

“We’re really pushing that as a destination for your holiday experience,” she said. “We have the Nickel Plate Night Lights, which is our holiday light display that’s open all of December. That’s right in the center of the Nickel Plate District. There’s a lot of different places … to experience. Stop in, see the lights, stop in for a drink, do some holiday shopping — enjoy the holiday season.”

For more about Shop Fishers, visit fishersin.gov/shop-fishers-3.

ON THE COVER: Ang Castelli owns Roman & Leo, a children’s store that specializes in items for boys, 8800 North St. Suite 115, Fishers. (Photo courtesy of the City of Fishers)

Four Day Ray Brewing, 11671 Lantern Rd., is among the Fishers businesses participating in Shop Fishers, a holiday promotion featuring small businesses in the community.

LeMacaron in Fishers, 8701 E 116th St., Suite 150, offers holiday specials through the city’s Shop Fishers program. (Photos courtesy of the City of Fishers)

Farrell returns in musical version of ‘A Christmas Story’

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

For Don Farrell, “A Christmas Story: The Musical” is the perfect transition from movie version to musical.

Farrell is returning to play the Old Man, whose name is Frank Parker, in Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of “A Christmas Story: The Musical,” which runs Nov. 29 to Jan. 4 at the Indianapolis venue.

“It’s a great show. It’s just a beautiful, perfect show for the holidays,” the Westfield resident said. “Everyone knows the movie and I still watch it every single year. The way in which the creatives transferred the movie to stage, sometimes things work and sometimes things don’t work as well when that happens. I think with this production, they really hit it out of the park with how they transferred the movie and all of those iconic moments that people look forward to seeing in the movie. It’s all heightened in a magical sense with how the art form of musical theater and how the score is written and the lyrics. It’s a beautiful chestnut of a holiday show and you definitely feel great at the beginning of it, the middle of it and all the way to the end of it. You are walking out in the holiday spirit.”

Ethan Mobley, 14, an eighth-grader at Zionsville Middle School, plays Scut Farkus, the main bully.

“This is my kind of character, but I have never truly played the antagonist,” Mobley said. “It can be challenging to pretend to hurt my castmates and make it look real. The feedback I got last rehearsal was to be meaner, something I’m not used to being told. It is fun to play the person who everyone is afraid of. As the oldest of three kids, it isn’t far from a normal day. The scene where I get beat up is a new experience, but I try to embrace it.”

“All of the interactions I have with the other kids are fun and I love all of the dancing we get to do,” Cohen said. “I think everyone who sees it will think my character is funny, too, because of some of the words I have to say, and especially the scene with the triple-dog dare is hilarious.”

The iconic scene is when another friend, Flick, is dared to put his tongue on a frozen flagpole and it sticks to the pole.

This is Cohen’s fourth show at Beef & Boards.

Farrell enjoys the song “The Genius on Cleveland Street,” which he sings when he’s working on a crossword puzzle and dreaming of winning a prize. Another of his favorite songs is “A Major Award.”

“It a wonderful fantasy when he wins that lamp that everyone knows,” Farrell said. “It’s a hysterical number.”

Farrell said he loves the scene when his character’s kids open presents on Christmas.

“It’s very Norman Rockwell,” Farrell said. “It takes place in a fictional town in Indiana and I think there’s some Indiana pride about that, too.”

Mobley saw the musical for the first time at Civic Theatre in 2022.

“Benji Pasek and Justin Paul have composed and written some of my favorite musicals, and this one does not disappoint,” Mobley said. “Getting to perform at Beef & Boards feels like a huge accomplishment, like my hard work has paid off from the past four years of doing theater. I auditioned but didn’t get a role in the production of ‘A Christmas Story’ where I first saw the show, so making it into this one feels special.”

Evan Cohen, 12, a seventh-grader at Creekside Middle School, plays Ralphie’s good friend, Schwartz.

“But I have never had this many lines before, so it is fun to get to have a character with more personality,” he said.

Cohen played Young Charlie in the 2022 production of “Kinky Boots” and was in “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat.”

Louisa Zabel of Zionsville plays Esther Jane, and Westfield resident Allie Stacy plays Mary Beth.

Teddy Wiegand, an 11-year-old from Brownsburg, is making his Beef & Boards debut as Ralphie. Oliver Barszcz, 9, Indianapolis, plays Randy. Alex Arickx, 13, Plainfield, plays Flick. Barszcz and Arickx were Munchkins in Beef & Boards’ production of “The Wizard of Oz.”

For more, visit beefandboards.com.

‘THE NUTCRACKER’

Indiana Ballet Conservatory presents “The Nutcracker” at 2 and 7 p.m. Nov. 30 and at 1 and 6 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit indianaballetconservatory.org.

FEINSTEIN’S CABARET

“Cathy Morris: An Electric Violin Christmas” is set for 3 p.m. Dec. 1 at Feinstein’s cabaret at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com.

‘WHITE CHRISTMAS’

Civic Theatre presents ‘White Christmas” from Nov. 29 to Dec. 24 at The Tarkington at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit civictheatre.org.

ANY

KIND OF CHRISTMAS

Home Free’s Any Kind of Christmas tour is at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3 at the Palladium at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

DISPATCH

Songbook Academy to present free holiday concerts — The Great American Songbook Foundation is presenting two free holiday concerts in December featuring local and regional alumni from its annual Songbook Academy summer music intensive. “Songbook Academy Sings the Songs of the Season” is set for 1 and 4 p.m. Dec. 22 in the Studio Theater at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. Registration for free tickets (limit four per household) is available at TheSongbook. org/SAHoliday24. The Songbook Academy, now entering its 16th season, selects 40 high school singers nationally each year to experience a week of mentoring from top university faculty and other arts and entertainment professionals. For the Dec. 22 performances, 27 singers, including seven from Carmel, four from Zionsville, two each from Westfield, Fishers and Noblesville, will perform holiday classics. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

Don Farrell performing as the Old Man in the Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of “A Christmas Story: The Musical” in 2019. (Courtesy of Beef & Boards)

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IBC presents ‘The Nutcracker’

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

The Ritter family will be well represented in the Indiana Ballet Conservatory’s annual performance of “The Nutcracker.”

DANCE

Ritter sisters Miriam, Cecilia, Philomena and Emily, from Lebanon, are in the production

“It’s a lot more fun to dance with your siblings,” Emily said.

Miriam Ritter, 11, plays Masha.

“I always wanted to be in the lead role,” Miriam said. “It’s my favorite role that I’ve ever gotten.”

Miriam said the acting part is the hardest part.

“The Nutcracker” will be performed at 2 and 7 p.m. Nov. 30 and 1 and 6 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Palladium at Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. The Carmel Symphony Orchestra and the Indianapolis Children’s Choir are joining IBC in the performances.

Timoor Afshar, a former Fishers resident who trained at IBC, is the guest artist. He now performs with the Vienna State Ballet.

Indianapolis resident Ashlie Rohan, who has studied at IBC since age 5, and Carmel resident Emily Geon share the role of the Sugar Plum Fairy in the four performances.

Cecilia, 9, plays Big Mouse, Nurse Mouse and Party Girl. Emily, 16, plays the roles of Snow, a young lady, Waltz and Arabian.

“Arabian is probably my favorite role. It’s always been something I wanted to do,” she said. “The way we move in Arabian is different, but it’s fine to learn different movements.”

Philomena, 13, also performs.

Arisa Cayetano, a 13-year-old Geist-area resident, also plays the roles of Snow, a young lady, Waltz and Arabian.

“This is my ninth ‘Nutcracker’ with IBC,” she said. “Arabian is new for me. It’s fun to learn all the new characters.”

There will be four dogs that each appear in a performance who were chosen by judges.

For more, visit indianaballetconservatory.org.

ICC holiday concerts set

By Ken Severson editorial@youarecurrent.com

The strains of Andy Williams singing “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year” are filling the airwaves, and soon, the melodic, holiday season sounds of the Indianapolis Children’s Choir will again be heard.

MUSIC

The Indianapolis Children’s Choir is preparing to perform its series of annual holiday concerts. The choir will perform four shows at the Second Presbyterian Church at 7700 N. Meridian St. in Indianapolis from December 13-15.

The concerts will have a vintage holiday theme with some classic songs. Throughout the weekend of the event, audiences can expect to see approximately 350 choir members perform classic songs like “Winter Wonderland,” “Carol of the Bells” and “We Need a Little Christmas.”

Pedde said the choir will sing with an accompanying chamber orchestra.

“It’s really looking at classical holiday music and doing a twist on the classics,” Pedde said.

“People will hear a lot of their favorites. There’s a lot for everybody to enjoy.”

Indianapolis Children’s Choir’s Executive Artistic Director Joshua Pedde said the annual series is a great holiday tradition.

“I think there’s nothing like hearing children’s voices during the holiday, especially with the music,” said Pedde, a Carmel resident. “It’s very different than hearing a church choir. This can get people into the holiday spirit and it will be magical.”

Show dates are: “Angels Sing: A Vintage Holiday,” 7 p.m. Dec. 13; “Celebrate the Season,” 3 p.m. Dec. 14; “Angels Sing,” 7 p.m. Dec. 14; and “Sounds of the Season,” 4 p.m. Dec. 15.

Tickets for a single performance are $16 and can be purchased online at icchoir. org/tickets. Children 5 and under are admitted free but require a ticket. If the concerts do not sell out in advance, tickets will be available for purchase at the door an hour prior to the performance.

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McLaughlin offers holiday show

By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Singer-songwriter Jon McLaughlin usually has a string of holiday shows, but this year he’s performing only two.

CONCERT

The Jon McLaughlin & Friends: Home for the Holidays concert is set for 8 p.m. Dec. 14 at the Palladium at the Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. It’s the second consecutive year he has performed a holiday show at the Palladium. He did two shows at The Tarkington at the Center in 2022.

fore moving to Nashville, Tenn., 10 years ago.

Special guests include singer-songwriter Gabe Dixon and Austin Brown, a former longtime member of the country band Home Free, and singer David Davis.

“David sent me the arrangements of the classic song he is going to do and it’s going to be a killer,” McLaughlin said.

McLaughlin

‘Last year, I was doing a whole Christmas tour,” he said. “But this year I’m doing a show in Fort Wayne the night before and this show will literally be my last show of the year, so I may not want to get off the stage.”

McLaughlin said his two daughters have a lot of activities in December, including Christmas concerts, plays and soccer games. McLaughlin grew up in Anderson and lived in Carmel and Broad Ripple be-

McLaughlin said he will be joined by a band similar to last year’s.

“It will be a lot of the same songs because half the setlist were original songs,” McLaughlin said. “All the guest artists’ songs will be different. We’ll do some Christmas hits that everyone knows that we didn’t do last year.”

McLaughlin’s “Mood Christmas” album was released earlier this month.

“So, I’ll weave some of that into the night,” he said. “It’s a very chill album.”

McLaughlin released extended play Christmas recordings in 2014, 2017 and 2020.

For more, visit thecenterpresents.org.

READERS’ VIEWS

Morality, not politics, matter on school board

Editor,

The letter published by Alyssa Roberts reveals a misconception of those parents and Hamilton Southeastern School Board members who are, mainly, opposed to some of the books that are in the library of our schools and possibly some other issues.

The school board members are not “playing politics” but seeking for other members to be voted onto the board who have the same convictions they have that extremely sexually explicit books are not what most parents want their children reading or offered for reading.

This is not a matter of politics, but of morality. Yes, those who want vulgar books in the library are mostly, but not completely, of one political party — because

they think the same.

Those who opt for literature devoid of immoral sexual practices are also generally, but not completely, in a political party where most think the same way. But the issue is not politics, but wholesomeness in reading material for our students.

If parents or teens want vulgar material, let them get it where that kind of reading material is sold, but not in schools funded by all taxpayers.

Every citizen, school board member or not, has a right to speak out and support those who feel the same way they do. It is the American way. That doesn’t negate ethics; it supports it.

Gordon B. Rose, Fishers

PUBLIC NOTICE

Research needed for charter school vote

To Hamilton Southeastern Schools board, administration and community members, I urge you to gather more information before deciding on the Opportunity Education proposal for career and technical education at HSE on Dec. 11. An appropriate financial analysis, including competitive bidding and an insource/outsource assessment, has not been completed. This goes against the financial transparency promised to the Fishers community. In my profession, we always perform an “insource vs. outsource” assessment when a service is needed. We ask whether our team can meet the need or if external companies can do it better and at a lower cost. No such data has been presented at school board meetings. Despite clear evidence of successful CTE programming by HSE schools and statements from two CTE teachers, the board has moved to a single outsourced option. This is not fiscally responsible.

Furthermore, creating a charter school would divert funds from HSE. By state law, “the dollars follow the students,” potentially resulting in about 60 HSE teachers losing their jobs due to fund transfers to the proposed charter school. The board suggests there is no money for raises, even as

Hearing on Petition for the Establishment of Geist Reservoir Conservancy District

A petition for the establishment of a reservoir conservancy district has been filed (pursuant to Ind. Code § 14-33-24 et seq. and Ind. Code § 14-33-2 et seq.) (the “Petition”) with the Hamilton County Superior Court No. 5.

The name for the proposed district shall be “Geist Reservoir Conservancy District” (the “District”).

Pursuant to Ind. Code § 14-33-1-1, the purposes of the District shall be as follows: (1) developing forests, wildlife areas, parks, and recreational facilities if feasible in connection with beneficial water management, and (2) operation, maintenance, and improvement of works of improvement including, but not limited to, Geist Reservoir.

The District lies within, in whole or in part, Marion County, Hamilton County, Hancock County, the City of Indianapolis, the City of Fishers, the Town of McCordsville, Lawrence Township, Fall Creek Township, and Vernon Township.

The hearing to determine whether the Petition meets the statutory requirements and can therefore be referred to the Natural Resources Commission for further proceedings will be conducted before the Hamilton Superior Court No. 5 at 9:00 A.M. on December 17, 2024. Any interested member of the public may attend.

“By state law, ‘the dollars follow the students,’ potentially resulting in about 60 HSE teachers losing their jobs due to fund transfers to the proposed charter school.”

– LUKE WELLINGTON

health insurance costs rise. The proposed charter school could worsen our district’s financial strain. Some board members suggest a charter school could attract students but no survey of parents or community members has been conducted. This lack of community outreach is frustrating, given the district’s frequent surveys on other issues. This proposal impacts our community significantly. I urge the Fishers community to speak up and contact the HSE school board and administration. Based on the data, a charter school will reduce opportunities for students by reducing teacher numbers and programming. OE has no CTE experience. I trust our HSE teachers to provide CTE.

Luke Wellington, Fishers

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