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Teen police academy - The 14th annual Fishers Police Department Teen Academy will be held June 22 through 26. The academy is one week of law enforcement type training that allows teens to better understand how law enforcement works. Applicants must be 13 years of age or older and enrolled in a junior high or high school in Fishers. Spots are limited so contact Officer Cory Robinson at robinsonc@fishers. in.us to begin the screening process. License branch closings – All BMV license branches will be closed April 3 in observance of the Good Friday holiday. All branches resume their regularly scheduled business hours on April 4.

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Special council meeting proclamation: Fishers is an inclusive city By Beth Taylor • beth@youarecurrent.com On April 1, at a special Fishers City Council meeting, mayor Scott Fadness presented a proclamation, which states, in part, that Fishers is an inclusive city, tolerance proud of its growing diversity and intolerant of discrimination of any kind. The council unanimously approved the proclamation in a meeting that lasted less than 15 minutes. “We contemplated a proclamation that sends a clear message to the state, the country, to the business community and to our residents that we are open for business and open for all,” said Fadness. “It is a conversation that is going on in many cities. This is a real challenge toward our vision as a smart, vibrant entrepreneurial city. The city of Fishers does not tolerate discrimination.” Fadness read the proclamation and asked council members to vote. Eight council members spoke before the vote was taken, including:

President Pete Peterson thanked Mayor Fadness for his leadership. “This city is based on openness and tolerance and I want to make sure that continues for economic sustainability and growth,” said Peterson. Todd Zimmerman drew from faith and family in reaching a decision about the proclamation. “My faith speaks about loving others. My faith lives out, my responsibility is to teach my children to live in a world that is diverse. I will be in full support of this proclamation…because every person matters,” said Zimmerman. Selina Stoller thanked the mayor for leading the proclamation. “I feel it’s very sad that we have to be here today to do this. As a civilized country we need to be open. Our country was built on accepting people of different diversities, and the community of Fishers needs to keep moving forward with that,” said Stoller. The proclamation passed unanimously. Go to www.CurrentinFishers.com to read the ordinance.

ON THE WEB Fire department recognizes exceptional service On March 28, the Fishers Department of Fire and Emergency Services had the opportunity to recognize their own for service to the Fishers Community. The annual awards banquet recognizes individual firefighters or groups of firefighters that perform their duties in an exceptional manner. “Our firefighters are exceptional men and women doing extraordinary things in our community. This event provides the opportunity for our organization, their peers, and the city they serve to celebrate their accomplishments,” said fire chief Steve Orusa. Lt. Neil Sullivan was the recipient of the Roy Holland Officer of the Year Award. Visit www. currentinfishers.com for a complete list of award recipients.

Purdue Varsity Glee Club to perform at HSE - Hamilton Southeastern High School Leonard Auditorium hosts the Purdue Varsity Glee Club on April 24. The proceeds to benefit the HSE drama club and the choir department. Show tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students. The Hottest Kitchen Entrepreneur Challenge - To find the next great food business in Indiana, aspiring chefs, home cooks and early stage food entrepreneurs throughout Indiana can enter online beginning April 1 at www.hotwater247. com by submitting a short application and uploading a photo of their recipe or product concept. The finalist judging event will take place on June 24th at Ivy Tech Corporate College and Culinary Center. Community gardening - The Holy Family Community Garden operates as an outreach ministry of Holy Family Episcopal Church. Gardeners in the Fishers community are invited to tend plots of vegetables, herbs and flowers. Questions and reservation requests can be made by sending an email to holyfamilygarden@ gmail.com Student honored - Cameron Wilkerson (12th grade), the son of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Wilkerson of Fishers received Honors from Saint James School, a private coeducational institution located in Hagerstown, Md. Honors are awarded each trimester to students who earn an average of B (3.00) or better. Memorial Day recogWilkerson nition opportunity - Help honor an American hero for years to come by purchasing a paver to be engraved and installed near the Liberty Plaza monument. Pavers are available for purchase in two different sizes, 4”x8” cost $100 and 8”x8” cost $200. Pavers can be purchased off of the City of Fishers website. (www.fishers.in.us). In order for pavers to be engraved and in hand for the event, orders must be received by April 24. Residents are invited to stop by the Central Green on May 25 beginning at 10 a.m.

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Hawthorns Country Club changes hands By Renee Larr • news@geistcurrent.com The Hawthorns Country Club located in Fishers has recently changed ownership. With the change in ownership comes a change club in employees and attitude regarding its members and events. “We want people to know we’re thriving, moving forward,” said Ray Tugend, general manager. Recent updates have been made around the property to bring a fresh, clean feel to the grounds and facility. Renovations include concrete work, improvements to tennis courts, pool update, an added bocce ball court, adding new equipment in the fitness facility and golf course renovations. “It’s a great time to join. We have low inaugural rates,” said Tugend. Membership at HCC has its benefits. The club offers fitness classes, child care, an indoor tennis court, croquet court and an 18-hole Arthur Hills designed golf course. Members of HCC have reciprocal privileges at any of the other sister properties located throughout the US. The property offers three restaurants for members to dine. The restaurants range from upscale to casual with something in mind for all guests. On Sundays brunch is offered in the mornings and family style dining in the evenings. On Tuesdays members are treated to a burger night. The club will soon offer lunch hours, as

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well. HCC wants potential members to know they value the family unit. Events such as fatherdaughter dances, kids game nights and girls night in are being offered. Parents can enjoy a casino night while their kids participate in their own game night. Every family member is welcome. Non-members can also hold private events at the club. Guests can host golf outings, weddings and corporate meetings without having to join. They can choose from boardrooms with large conference tables, ballrooms that overlook the golf course and smaller rooms with fireplaces for their event.

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Nickel Plate Players to present ‘Billy Joel’ murder mystery By Holly Kline • news@geistcurrent.com

It’s easy to imagine that “Death of a Piano Man: Who Killed Billy Joel?” will be a hit as audiences last summer loved NPP’s first production, “BeeNickel Plate Players theater company, perhaps hive.” Presented at the Nickel Plate Amphitheater, best known for last summer’s musical “Beehive,” is back with another original pro- “Beehive” drew 2,000 attendees. mystery duction called “Death of a Piano Because of “Beehive’s” success, the city of Fishers wants NPP to present two more Man: Who Killed Billy musicals this summer. Thorne explained Joel?” The show is a murder mystery that there will be two different one-night with audience involvement and will take performances. “The first one is called place at 6 p.m. on April 10 and 11 at The ‘Girls Night Out’ and it will be in June,” Historic Ambassador House & Heritage she said. “The second one is not yet Gardens, 10595 Eller Rd. in Fishers. titled and it will be in August.” Sandy Thorne is founding member of Both productions will be “jukebox NPP and is a co-writer and director of Thorne musicals.” According to Thorne, a jukethe show. “Murder mysteries are always box musical contains an easy plot with fun and we won’t require a lot from the well-known music. “People will have a good time audience,” she said. “We will talk to them and point them out; it will be like they’re in the show’s with it,” stated Thorne. Thorne’s favorite part about working on “Death bar.” Tickets are $50 each and include a fourof a Piano Man: Who Killed Billy Joel?” was the colcourse catered dinner. laboration with co-writers Amanda Bell and Beth Beth Clark co-wrote the show and is curator Clark. “At Nickel Plate Players, we want to do a lot and programming director for The Ambassador of original productions and do it with local talent,” House. “The space at The Ambassador House is said Thorne. “Collaboratively we all wrote the Billy an intimate setting that allows people to feel Joel show and it was a lot of fun.” Visit www. they are part of the show,” she said. “It has a nickelplateplayers.com for ticket information; charm and uniqueness that sets it apart from a seating is limited and reservations are required. banquet space.”

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Tavel started acting his sophomore year. “I fell in love with it,” Tavel said. “I’ve gone up the ladder of the acting scale, learning more and When Lawrence North High School theater more each day. It’s really interesting to become a teacher Stacy Embry thought about directing different person, change who you are but become “Harvey,” she definitely performance had Matt Tavel in mind as that character in your own way. Using your words and emotions to become someone you Elwood P. Dowd. are not.” “Elwood P. Dowd takes a lot of skill and Tavel has also appeared in musicals, a lot of maturity,” said Embry, the Drama including playing Sammy in “The Wedding Club coach. “When the time came up to do Singer” last fall. it, here comes Matt. I’m thinking affable, “I didn’t really know I could sing,” Tavel kind, positive. Oh my God, it’s perfect. It’s said. “I started taking singing lessons, but a stretch for him because it’s a big part. I definitely like acting most.” But it seemed to be a natural fit.” Tavel Tavel, who serves as an anchor for Tavel, a Lawrence North High School Lawrence North’s online TV station Cat’s senior, will play Dowd in “Harvey” in the Eye plans to attend Columbia College in Chicago to Lawrence North’s Little Theater at 7 p.m. on April study broadcast journalism and hopes to minor in 10 and 11. Tickets are available at the door for $5. acting. Dowd’s invisible friend Harvey is a 6-foot-3 1/2 rabbit or a pooka as Dowd calls him. Tavel said he watched Jimmy Stewart’s porcast trayal of Dowd from the 1950 movie, but is trying to put his own take on the character. Matthew Tavel as Elwood P. Dowd Linsey Babrick as Veta Louise Simmons “It’s the most challenging so far considering I Emma O’Leary as Myrtle Mae Simmons have to talk to an empty space next to me most of Calvin Hart as Dr. Chumley the time,” Tavel said. “He’s out there.” Wesley Powell as Judge Gaffney Tavel said he and fellow cast members have Noah Nordman as Dr. Sanderson embraced the play. Jacquelyn Lucie Aspling as Nurse Kelly “The people in the play have found the comedic William Freeman as Orderly Wilson aspect and I hope the audience will too,” he said. Waverly Douglas as Mrs. Chumley “I definitely feel it’s a nice, hard-warming and Jessica McClintock as Mrs. Chauvenet Drakar Munoz as Cabbie, EJ Lofgren funny show.”

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the General Counsel for the Schools Corporation but as members of the community,” says Church, Church, Hittle & Antrim partner Séamus Boyce, a Fifteen percent. Just 15 percent of Hamilton County voters turned out for the last Presidential champion of the new grant program, Indiana Bar Foundation board member and ‘We the People’ primary election. It’s a leg education up on the statewide avervolunteer. “Being involved in the community are priorities for the firm and my fellow age of 13%, but still attorneys.” means the county is mimicking a downThe grant program is not just a ward national trend when it comes to feel-good whim: the William and Flora civic engagement. It’s a trend we have Hewlett Foundation’s Deeper Learning to buck at the beginning: by reaching initiative reports that K-12 civic educafuture voters and citizens when they tion makes students more interested are still dreaming of summer vacations and fluent in political issues, increasing and SAT scores. A new Civics Education the likelihood they will vote regularly Martin grant program mounted this year by after turning 18. The more civicallyIndiana-based law firm Church, Church, minded a student is, the more likely he or she is Hittle & Antrim and the Hamilton Southeastern to participate in service learning and volunteer Schools Foundation (HSSF) aims to do just that. in the community. K-12 students who participate The new annual grant, open to educators and in service learning and other activities to benefit schools in the Hamilton Southeastern Schools their home communities, on the whole, report Corporation, aims to support programs such as fewer suspensions, higher GPAs and a greater the Indiana Bar Foundation’s We the People and interest in continuing on to college. Once at colget students more excited about participating lege, students with a strong foundation of civic and serving in their home community. education and engagement are more likely to HSSF has been offering annual Educator stay in school and have a positive attitude about Grants since its doors opened in 2001, providtheir college experiences. ing supplementary support to honor “exemplary To learn more, visit Hamilton Southeastern and innovative teaching.” Civics Education is a worthwhile but “sometimes overlooked area...and Schools Foundation at www.hsefoundation.org. one the firm feels passionately about, not just as Martin is a philanthropy and education policy professional.

Tilly’s kid-friendly tea room open By Beth Taylor • beth@youarecurrent.com Sharon Moore put the brakes on her career as a television producer for Champ car when she started having children. No lonsocialize ger wanting to travel for work, Moore created a tea room that combines her English sensibilities and enjoyment of good food in a child friendly atmosphere. “My inspiration is my background, being English. My career as a TV producer was creative— I’ve always had a creative side and I’m a really keen foodie,” said Moore who is from Newcastle, England. Moore decided to add a play room for young children in Tilly’s Tea Room. “I wanted to have the traditional English vibe as a place to relax and socialize, but I didn’t want it to have the Victorian stereotype.” Moore and her kitchen manager, Patti VanKemp, stick to homemade traditional recipes. “Some are mine, some are Patti’s. We work together on the recipes,” she said. Moore spent two years coming up with the styles and ideas for the tea room. “We wanted the kids’ area but also wanted to be able to host special events.” Tilly’s has hosted Sweet 16 parties, bridal and baby showers and open house events. A party includes food set up like a traditional tea with sandwiches, scones and jam. Moore goes to great lengths to get just the right clot-

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Award-winning IU trombone professor keeps buzzing By Beth Taylor • beth@youarecurrent.com

Dee Stewart’s career in music spans nearly six decades with time spent as a musician performing for the Philadelphia Symphony and as a teacher and mentor at the Jacobs cover story School of Music at Indiana University. Stewart and his wife, Rozella, moved to Geist a year and a half ago to be closer to their family. Stewart, who will turn 80 on his next birthday later this year, redefines what it means to be an active senior. He makes the drive to Bloomington a couple times each week to teach his trombone students. Growing up in Forest, Ind., a tiny town near Russiaville in Clinton County, pastimes were sports and music for Stewart. “My mother was a very good church pianist,” said Stewart. “She encouraged my brother and me to sing. We had a barber shop quartet.” In fourth grade, Stewart discovered the trombone and enjoyed entering solo contests. “When it came time for college, I didn’t know what I wanted to do—I’d taken some math courses and thought about doing something like engineering, but my mom suggested music education,” he said. Stewart headed Ball State Teachers College in 1953 planning to become a music teacher. The world opened up. “It was the first time I heard music of any quality. I just flipped out…jazz and symphony,” he said. “It really caught me, and I really practiced hard.” A grad student told Stewart about his experiences taking lessons with Arnold Jacobs, a master performer and teacher of wind instruments in Chicago. Stewart found the courage to call Jacobs, who agreed to give him lessons. “He turned my life around—took my enthusiasm and pointed it in the right direction,” said Stewart, who later wrote a book about his mentor entitled “Arnold Jacobs: The Legacy of a Master”. By the time Stewart was a senior, he was playing professionally. “Jacobs had a very unique way of teaching. Up to that point, brass playing was very masculine—girls couldn’t play a brass instrument. Jacobs did it with skill. He researched anatomy and was considered a maverick at the time. He found out what made it all work. He did things in a totally different way from everyone else,” said Stewart. The Philadelphia Orchestra Stewart spent a few years playing for the New Orleans Symphony, before joining the Philadelphia Orchestra in 1962. “It was called the World’s Greatest Orchestra,” said Stewart. Under the baton of Internationally-known conductor Eugene Ormandy, Stewart contributed to Grammy award-winning records. “We traveled all over the world. I’ve been to Japan, all over Europe, South America,” he said. Being an orchestral working musician required a deep commitment. The orchestra performed its regular concert series from September through May on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. “This schedule was superimposed on top of concerts up and down the East coast,” he said. During the summer, successful tours abroad meant long stretches away from home. “We never played to less than a full house,” he said. Stewart always enjoyed the job of playing at a concert, but

Stewart instructs trombone student Ehtan Zawisza at IU. (Photo by Scott Sheetz)

Philadelphia Orchestra trombone section, 1962. From left Glenn Dodson, Tyrone Bruenenger, M. Dee Stewart and Robert Harper. (Submitted photo)

Stewart, with wife, Rozella. (Submitted photo)

recalls that getting to the stage became the strenuous part. “When you’re young and vibrant, it’s great. We had a ball,” he said. “A lot of tomfoolery goes around, to counter the stress.” Stewart spent 18 years with the Philadelphia Orchestra and taught at the Curtis Institute of Music. The long periods of time away were tough on his kids, and he and his wife wanted to be closer to family in Indiana. “I had a good salary, and everything was cool, but it just wasn’t quite right.” IU Professor In 1980, Indiana School of Music gave Stewart the right offer. “They gave me tenure and I decided to go. I had wrestled with the decision for a year and a half. And decided to take it,” he said. Stewart’s gift for teaching is appreciated by his students. “My time as a student of his has been nothing short of phenomenal,” said Brennan Johns, a senior at IU. “Every lesson is an adventure, and a glimpse into his extraordinary life. Not only that, but a

couple of words from his mouth can completely change the way you play music forever. I feel extremely privileged to have studied with him, and to know him as a teacher, mentor and friend.” Stewart enjoys sharing what he’s learned with his students. “I do feel that I can bring a lot to it because I’ve played the best symphonic music there was,” he said. And he still enjoys performing. “I’m planning to give a recital in September at Butler University—I better start practicing.”

About M. Dee Stewart

• Professor of Music (trombone) at Jacobs School of Music • Education: Ball State University; M.M. from Northwestern University • Plays: Trombone and euphonium • Family: Wife, Rozella; daughter Amy; son Mark • Inventor: Invented tuba and euphonium stand, known as the Stewart Stand.

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Pence getting awful advice Gov. Mike Pence, who signed into law the contentious Religious Freedom Restoration Act, is taking his fair share of fire from everywhere, much like he did when he announced the formation of a state-run news bureau. While he reeled that initiative back in quickly, he presses forward with the RFRA, but wants changes in the legislation. State Republican legislators said last Thursday that the law will be amended to point out no person or persons will “be able to discriminate against anyone at any time.” Pence was on a national TV caravan of sorts, telling viewers in last week, “I abhor discrimination.” Pence said that he stood by the law and there was never any intent to create a “license to discriminate.” Our state – and, more to the point, our business community - is under duress over the passage of a law that would allow, if not rewritten, businesses to discriminate based on sexual orientation and other viewpoints. Pence had expected a revision of the legislation on his desk by the end of last week. The real question, in our opinion, is: Who is advising this guy with the tin ear? Is he nothing more than a yes man to them? While we believe it is a business owner’s right to refuse to serve any potential customer, we never would exercise that right. Shoot, if the ghost of Ted Kennedy came into our offices with a check for advertising a “How to (mis)handle liquor” campaign, we’d cash that check. That’s why we’re in business - last we looked - to make money. This act already is proving a drain on not only dollars, but also talent and potential business relocation and event/ tourism opportunities. The RFRA doesn’t apply at our company – and it never will - for we welcome the opportunity to interact with and assist folks of varying faiths, color and lifestyles. With bad advice, Pence has thumbed his nose at the business sector, among others. Hey, anyone for separation of church and state? Our founding fathers certainly were, but that premise and practice have gone the way of the running board. Brian Kelly, publisher, and Steve Greenberg, general manager, are co-owners of Current Publishing, LLC. Write them at info@ youarecurrent.com.

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The family road trip is a rite of passage for many in childhood. Parents pack the car with everything needed – a stocked cooler, pillows, blankets, crayons and a short stack of comic books are all must-haves. Smart parents ensure that each kid has their own separate, but equal, array of stuff. Anyone who has ever enjoyed the pleasure of traveling a long distance with a backseat full of nascent humans knows the gambit of emotion that rides along. Laughter, quiet and even sleep are all on the agenda. But, conflict can be expected as well. It all starts with the pressure of confined space, a perceived slight, or a fight over the last banana. Tempers flair and feelings are hurt. These siblings, the same in so many ways, could not be more at odds. The adults driving the family truckster intervene to ensure that the vitriol stays in check. They divide the space, make the kids “stop touching each other”, and usually end with an admonishment to quit “looking” at their brother that way. Essentially, all are urged to keep their

interests balanced against those with whom they are careening along the highway – to get a little perspective. Since our nation’s founding, Americans have debated, sometimes in a civil way and sometimes not so much, how to draw the line between the various competing freedoms of individual persons. “How dare your liberty impinge on mine?” “What?! It is your liberty that is disrupting me.” Make no mistake, debates like these matter. They help us define property rights, personal autonomy, and our relative value in the community. But, isn’t the least intervention from the front seat the best? And, shouldn’t we remember that we are all in this journey together? Who wins if our inability to be civil causes us to turn the car around and go home? Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at terry@currentincarmel. com.

Q U O T E  O F  T H E  W EE K Spend 80 percent of your time focusing on the opportunities of tomorrow rather than the problems of yesterday. -Eleanor Roosevelt

I really hate texting. Besides blowing up your data, communicating via text is the most likely way to end up in a snit with someone. There’s no time or space for long-winded explanations, and certainly no way other than emojis to indicate tone of voice. Mistype or misspell? You can end up with two distinctly different meanings. To wit: “Let’s eat, Grandma!” versus “Let’s eat grandma!” I saw this played out firsthand last week when my four sisters and I were scrambling to come up with our summer availability for Family Feud. That’s right! Steve Harvey called! Well not Steve Harvey himself, but one of his minions. Apparently our embarrassing audition in front of hundreds of other Feud hopefuls was a success, no doubt in thanks to one of my sisters’ remarkable execution of the Worm. Unfortunately, and I suppose ironically, trying to coordinate our calendars ended in a minor family feud of our own. The controversial incident started with the fact that we live in five different cities. Synchronizing a three-day stretch between May and August when we can all ditch our jobs, husbands and kids to travel to Georgia is like trying to juggle lit torches, buzzing chainsaws and poopy diapers: It can be done, but only by using extreme caution. A fourth of the dates Feud offered us are while school is in session, not the most convenient for me, the teacher, but perfect for my middle sister, the stay-at-home mom. Our annual family reunion week in July was a no for all of us, and my youngest sister couldn’t do June because she’s just come off a threemonth maternity leave. That left only a few stretches where we could all conceivably get away from work and motherhood. Slowly but surely the texts changed from “I can make these dates but not these” to “Some of us have to work for a living!” and “Why aren’t you making FF a priority?” When I saw “If you can find the time between carpooling and traveling to Europe, give me a call,” I knew two of my sisters were getting nasty. Thank God they recognized the need for clarification through a phone call before they threw down with frown-y faces. Sure enough, they were reading into the messages way more than what was intended. This is Family Feud, ladies, not Family Rude! We’re supposed to fight against the other family, not ourselves. And let’s also remember that even if the Top One Hundred People Surveyed say texting is the best method for communicating efficiently, we should all recognize that lengthy and/or potentially emotional discussions should be addressed by phone. Right Grandma? Peace out. Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@currentincarmel.com.

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but always in love. Continue to meet, as we always should, anger, hostility, even persecution if it should come, with love, peace, patience, kindness, Matthew 5 tells believers to return prayer and gentleness, meekness, holiness and in all things, love even to those who hate them. grace GRACE. Never return anger for anger, hatred for This past week has been a difhatred, or even violence for violence. Jesus told His ficult time for our state Legislators followers that showing love is always the answer and the Governor with the passage of the Relito any form of negative opposition. gious Freedom Restoration Act. Those who have Opposition, He said, nevopposed it have taken to er gives us license to act in the streets and decried Continue to meet, as we always negative, violent (whether what they perceive as should, anger, hostility, even in actions or speech) or reentrenching religious prejpersecution if it should come, with taliatory ways. In the end, udices. Those who support love, peace, patience, kindness, the world belongs to God it have been hopeful that and He will be its judge. the erosion of protections We are to practice faith for deeply held religious and faithfulness, humility and grace that we may beliefs might find some legislative support. What not give into sinning. Pray for those who lead our has been surprising is the level of anger, hostility state, pray for those with whom you disagree and and outrage at those who passed the law and especially pray for yourself that in all situations, those who supported a law, a law that has its you may not fall into sin. roots 20 some years ago in reasserting constitutional religious liberties and one which is already Rev. Michael VandenBerg is the law in over 20 states. pastor of Hope Community Church, What should a Christian response be? Should a congregation of the Christian it be to take to the streets and meet anger with Reformed Church and a community consultant for City in the Church anger? The Apostle Matthew tells us that the Consulting. He and his wife Nancy proper response should be PRAYER. Pray for those have been Indiana residents for over who have come out against not only the bill, but 17 years and Indianapolis residents since 2008. He can be contacted at office@indyhopecrc.org those who support it. Continue to speak the truth,

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How healthy is your 401k? Look beyond the balance Commentary by Joe Clark

may lower the scale reading but it can also contribute to harmful health issues. The second point of the alleged 401K failure According to a recent CNBC report, the averlies in the phrase "average balance." Part of the age 401k balance in America investing is just $18,000. Based on this 401k concept - right or wrong - was to give individuals opportunity and responsibility to save low average balance, the reenough for their future. Some participants’ deciport’s author deemed 401k plans an unsuccesssions to spend more today gives them lower ful experiment. Not so fast! balances but in no way On one point, I am in makes more disciplined full agreement with the folks healthy 401k plans author. Individuals use Averages are valuable for national a failure. 401k plans as savings You are not average! mechanisms and direct studies but they don’t represent the You are uniquely created their full, uninterrupted lives of many people reading this with individual wants attention on their accolumn who tend to have higher count balance. Savings incomes, more access to healthcare, and needs for retirement. In the academic world, accumulated is clearly better living situations and often we dwell on average life one measuring stick for longer lives. spans, average income, success. Are you saving average returns, etc. enough? Are you getting Averages are valuable for the right return? Those national studies but they are easy measuring don't represent the lives of many people reading sticks, but are they helpful in seeing the big this column who tend to have higher incomes, picture? more access to healthcare, better living situaLet’s use health and weight as an example of tions and often longer lives. considering more than a single number. People You are not average and neither is your 401k often focus on the scale reading (the amount), balance! without considering other vital metrics such as waistline measurement and blood pressure. All of these factors affect overall health. From a financial planning perspective, a conJoseph Clark is a certified financial planner and managing partner of centrated focus on the account balance takes The Financial Enhancement Group, investors’ eyes off the income their retirement LLC an SEC registered investment account should produce. Other metrics for advisor. Securities offered through World Equity Group, Inc., member retirement income are often overlooked. That's FINRA/SIPC. Tax advice provided not the failure of a 401k plan, but rather the sucCPAs affiliated with Financial Enhancement Group, LLC. Mr. cess of the financial services industry in getting Clark can be reached at bigjoe@yourlifeafterwork.com, or investors to focus tightly on balances. A fad diet (765) 640-1524.

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How I learned to book Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

but when the confirmation didn’t come right away, I called back. “Sorry, Sir, I don’t see your name. Would you like to book something now?” Mary Ellen and I are attending an alumni din“Yes, yes. I need a reservation for three ner at George Washington University in DC. My nights.” wife booked the airfare but asked “You want to eat here three nights in a row?” humor me to make the hotel reservations. “Isn’t this the hotel?” I find discount websites like “No, this is the University Inn Restaurant.” Expedia, Priceline and Travelocity very confusing, I called my friend Mark but I decided to try and told him the story my hand at it. I opted about booking the Seattle for Kayak so I could tell I find discount websites like hotel by mistake. I menfriends I went Kayaking, Expedia, Priceline and Travelocity tioned I became a little which sounds macho and is much easier to say very confusing, but I decided to try my suspicious when I saw than Expedia…ing. hand at it. I opted for Kayak so I could the low rate they offered. Mark interjected, “May I I wanted to stay at the tell friends I went Kayaking, which University Inn, a historic sounds macho and is much easier to ask how good a deal?” “About 150 a night.” hotel near the university. say than Expedia…ing. “Wow, 150 a night! How I clicked on it and was can you pass that up?” pleasantly surprised “IT’S THE WRONG CITY!” at the cost. Notifica“Just tell me, was breakfast included?” tion quickly arrived confirming three nights. I The next morning I told Mary Ellen about my showed Mary Ellen the email. She examined it plans for the day. “I’m going to see a newspaper carefully. ““Dick, didn’t we want a hotel near editor in Lebanon.” campus?” “Just in case, better take your passport.” “Of course. Aren’t we close?” “About 2,300 miles. Well, at least we’re in Washington.” Sure enough, I had booked us at the University Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist, Inn...in Seattle. We would have definitely been and speaker. Contact him at wolfsie@aol.com. late for dinner. Panicked, I called the University Inn in DC (directly, this time), to book a room

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A postcard of Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre in the 1950s at its 19th and Alabama streets location.

Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre celebrates 100 years By Alec Johnson • news@currentinwestfield.com A Carmel theater will soon be wrapping up its 100th season in style. Starting this month, the Booth Tarkanniversary ington Civic Theatre will host a series of events to commemorate the actors, actresses, and productions that have kept it going since its beginning in 1915. The theater’s Director of Development Catherine Dixon is excited about being a part of the organization and its efforts. “I’m super honored to be a part of this organization, and the fact that I’m able to work in the performing arts and serve the community is the most amazing thing to me,” Dixon said. The first event will be the “100 Years of Civic Theatre Exhibit,” to be held April 16 in the Tarkington Theater lobby. It archives the last 100 years, and is divided into three sections: imagination, education and participation. Alyssa Boge, a museum studies student at IUPUI, archived and catalogued the exhibit, and James Sholly, who owns Commercial Artisan, designed it. The exhibit will remain in the Tarkington lobby through the fall, and a VIP event will be held for longstanding supporters and participants to open the exhibit’s viewing. “They will be the first people to see this exhibit, so it’s been an interesting process locating these folks trying to make sure they’re available for this,” Dixon said. The next event will be “Backstage Exclusive: Spamalot Editon”, also at the Tarkington Theater on April 18 from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets are $35 per person. The community will get a behind-the-scenes tour of the Tarkington prior to opening night of “Monty Python’s SPAMALOT.” It’s based off a children’s program called “Backstage Pass.” The adults can see the entire set, including the sound booth, dressing rooms and prop department. The “Backstage Exclusive” involves a scavenger hunt and beer available throughout the building, sponsored by Monarch Beverages.

A book signed by some of the founding members of the Booth Tarkington Theatre. Artifacts such as this one will be on display this month. (Submitted photos)

Dixon believes that the Tarkington is a community resource, and is excited about sharing the theater. “This is our way that they get to see the behind the scenes stuff, which being in the industry you tend to take it for granted, because if I need to go to the dressing room, I just go up on stage and go back there; but for a lot of people, this is a very interesting opportunity, and we want to make sure people are able to do that,” Dixon said.

Following the Backstage Exclusive is the Mad Hatter and Twisted Tea Parties on June 13. The Mad Hatter will include two performances of Jr. Civic’s “Alice in Wonderland, Jr.”In between those performances, children will be able to enjoy a meet and greet with show characters, get their faces painted and enjoy refreshments. The event runs from 3 to 4:30 p.m., with tickets costing $10 per child. Following the children’s tea party will be the Twisted Tea Party, which is an adult event. It celebrates and supports Civic’s education and outreach programs with special alumni performances, awards, music, a cash bar and refreshments. Tickets are $45 per person, and the event runs from 7 to 10 p.m. The last event will be the Centennial Gala on June 20 at 6 p.m., a black-tie event celebrating the theater’s 100th birthday. Tickets are $250 each. It will take place at the historic home where Booth Tarkington once lived. Booth Tarkington Civic Theater Executive Director John Hedges said that the gala is a celebration “a century in the making.” “If you can’t have a big party when you turn 100, when can you have a big party?” Hedges said. “So we hope to really have a big celebraHedges tion on June 20. We’ve already gotten a proclamation from the mayor of Carmel. We look forward to having some sort of proclamation from the governor of the state, and just to have it be a big celebration.” Hedges wants people to know that the Civic Theatre is more than just a place that puts on plays and performances. He says the theatre’s role “is to be a catalyst for a more tolerant, empathetic, imaginative and enlightened society.” “Through seeing life from someone else’s point of view and figuratively ‘walking in their shoes’, there can emerge a greater sense of empathy and understanding for others—and for ourselves. It is through this work of ‘holding the mirror up to nature’ that we as theatre artists make an essential contribution to our society,” said Hedges.

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NIGHT & DAY Celebration of Creativity and Craftsmanship • The Museum of Miniature Houses & Other Collections presents this afternoon show of storytellers, musicians and singers, historians, artists and more. • 111 E. Main St., Carmel • Today at 3:30 p.m. • Free, donations accepted. • 575-9466 • www.museumofminiatures.org

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Young Artists Exhibit at Nickel Plate Arts • Visit this special exhibit from Noblesville elementary students; various art projects from many talented kids will be displayed. • Today from noon to 5 p.m.; April 9 and 10 from noon to 5 p.m.; April 11 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Free • 107 S. 8th St., Noblesville • 452-3690 • http://nickelplatearts.org Beef & Boards Presents: “The Drowsy Chaperone” • This fictional tale of a 1928 musical coming to life before the eyes of a theatre buff tells the funny story of a couple on the night before their wedding, their bumbling best man, intoxicated chaperone and more. • 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Tonight at 8 p.m.; April 10 and 11 at 8 p.m.; April 12 at 1:30 and 7 p.m. • Tickets start at $40.00. • 872-9664 • www.beefandboards.com

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Nickel Plate Arts Project Party • Supplies and instructor are included; just register and show up to learn to make beautiful pieces of original art. Music and snacks are also available. • 107 S. 8th St., Noblesville • Tonight from 6 – 9 p.m. • $30 per person and please register. • Call 452-3690 to register. • www.nickelplatearts.org Westfield Playhouse Presents: “The Civil War” • This theatre event is a moving song-cycle with a wide variety of musical numbers. • 1836 W. Ind. 32, Westfield • Tonight at 7:30 p.m.; April 11 at 7:30 p.m.; April 12 at 2:30 p.m. • $15 admission, $13 for seniors and students. • 896-2707. • www.westfieldplayhouse.org

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Autism Awareness Day at Consaturday ner Prairie • Free admission and an early opening time are offered to guests with autism and sensory or developmental challenges. Full access to the park and grounds are available, except that the balloon will not operate between 9 and 10 a.m. See website for more details. • 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • Early opening is from 9 – 10 a.m.; open until 5 p.m. • Free as described above and if arriving between 9 and 10 a.m. • 776-6006. • www.connerprairie.org

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Noble to enjoy a special Storytime featuring “I Wish You More”, a book filled with wishes for curiosity, friendship and strength, laughter and peace. Special activities to follow afterward. • 14790 Greyhound Plaza, Carmel • Today at 11 a.m. • Free • 8442501 • www.bn.com/events Gold-Silver-Bronze at The Palladium • Following the prestigious 2014 International Violin Competition of Indianapolis in September, the Gold-SilverBronze event features the top three 2014 winners performing at Carmel’s Palladium. The performance will be conducted by David Bowden and will feature works from Kabalevsky, Ravel, Galzunov and more. • 355 City Center Dr., Carmel • April 11 at 7:30 p.m. Pre-concert conversation begins at 6:45 p.m. 844-9717 • www.carmelsymphony.org. The previous posting listed this as April 12, which is incorrect.

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2015 Hoosier Horse Fair & Expo • Visit the Indiana State Fairgrounds for a celebration of the equine industry; horse demonstrations, live entertainment, 4-H competitions and more are available. • 1202 E. 38th St., Indianapolis • Today from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. • $15 for adults, $9 for kids. • www.hoosierhorsefair. org

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Fishers Makers Meetup • Kids ages 7 -12 are welcome to participate in this Fishers Library program; participants can explore interests and use a variety of tools and materials to create and connect. Registration is not required and kids meet in the Children’s Program Room. • 5 Municipal Dr., Fishers • Today from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. • Free. • 5790304 • www.hepl.lib.in.us

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Poetry in Free Motion at the Artsgarden • April is National Poetry Month. Nearly 30 poems and art quilts will take center stage April 6-29 at the Indianapolis Artsgarden, Washington and Illinois streets celebrating central Indiana poets and quilters. This week features readings from Barry Harris and Elizabeth Krajeck. • 110 W. Washington St., Indianapolis • Today at 12:15 p.m. • Free • Exhibit open Mon. - Fri. 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Sunday noon to 6 p.m. • 6242563 • www.indyarts.org/artsgarden

Just off I-69, on the Hamilton Trace campus, convenient to all parts of the city and close to everything you love about Fishers, The Reserve will open this summer. Now you can reserve an apartment or cottage, with options like the number of bedrooms and baths, walk-in closet, den, and a rental or residency fee plan. Housekeeping, maintenance and scheduled transportation are all included. You’ll enjoy more free time for the things you love to do, like the vibrant lifestyle right here. Just steps from your door you’ll find restaurant-style and café dining, a fitness center with classes, a theater, and many other amenities, as well as an interesting mix of events, programs, and activities.

Spring Dog Hike in Zionsville • In honor of National Pet Day, dogs and their owners are invited to hike the trails at Starkey Park. Dogs must be leashed. • 6678 Sugarbush Dr., Zionsville • Today from 1 – 3 p.m. • Free. • 873-8950. • www.zionsvillechamber.org

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Carmel Arts & Design Second Saturday Gallery Walk • Stroll the Carmel Arts & Design district and enjoy unique shopping, entertainment and various merchant activities. • 111 W. Main St., Carmel • Tonight from 5 – 9 p.m. • Free. • 571-ARTS. • www. carmelartsanddesigndistrict.com The Belfry Theatre Presents: “Noises Off” • This hilarious comedy is a play within a play about an ambitious director and a group of mediocre actors. The production is appropriate for young adults and older. • 10690 Greenfield Ave., Noblesville • Tonight at 8 p.m.; April 12 at 2 p.m. • $15 per person; please call to reserve. • 773-1085 • www.thebelfrytheatre.com Picture Book of the Month at Barnes and Noble • Children of all ages are invited to Barnes and

Butterfly Kaleidoscope at White River Gardens • Hilbert Conservatory’s popular exhibit is back and the building comes alive with this interactive and popular butterfly display. 40 native and exotic species can be viewed. • 1200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis • Today at 9 a.m.; closing time varies. • 630-2001 • www.indianapoliszoo.com

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What to expect in pregnancy Commentary by James Smith, MD Women experiencing first pregnancies often wonder if the body changes and symptoms they feel are normal. While every women woman is different—and every pregnancy is different—there are some common symptoms of pregnancy that many women share. Fatigue – Even early in the first trimester, pregnant women may feel tired. Like many pregnancy symptoms, fatigue is often caused by higher levels of pregnancy hormones. Women experiencing fatigue should get plenty of rest and eat foods rich in protein and iron. Nausea – Nausea is a well-known side effect of pregnancy, but not every woman experiences it. And while it’s often referred to as “morning sickness,” nausea in pregnant women can happen at any time of day. Food cravings or aversions – Women often crave or are turned off by certain foods when they are pregnant. These cravings and aversions are caused by hormonal changes and can last for the entire pregnancy. Women who are expecting should eat a nutritious and balanced diet. Back pain – Many women experience back pain during pregnancy as the increasing size and weight of the uterus puts more strain on the back. To alleviate pain, avoid standing or sitting

for long periods and try not to arch the back too much when standing. Difficulty sleeping – Hormonal changes, as well as discomfort later in pregnancy can cause many women to have trouble sleeping. Daily exercise can help. It’s also important to maintain a regular sleep schedule and avoid caffeine and long naps during the day. Breast tenderness – Breast changes, including tenderness, are common in pregnancy. Tenderness usually subsides after the first trimester, but breast changes are present throughout pregnancy. Veins may become more visible, and stretch marks may appear. Vaginal discharge – Some women may experience changes in vaginal discharge. Thin, milkywhite discharge is normal during pregnancy. Remember that pregnancy causes significant changes in the body, and it’s not uncommon to experience a wide range of symptoms or side effects during this time. Talk with your doctor or obstetrician about any pregnancy symptoms during regular prenatal visits. James Smith, MD, specializes in obstetrics and gynecology. He is a guest columnist located at IU Health Physicians Women’s Health – IU Health North Hospital, 11725 N. Illinois St., Suite. 350, in Carmel. He can be reached by calling 317.688.5200.

dispatches Advance care planning – In observance of National Health Care Decisions Day, Franciscan St. Francis Health will set up booths with information about advanced health care directives. The booths will take place from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 16 in multiple locations including, Franciscan St. Francis-Carmel, 12188-B N. Meridian St., main lobby. Back pain seminar – Physical Therapist Bill Hartman will host a session for Hamilton County residents who are living with back pain at 7 p.m. April 23 at Indianapolis Fitness and Sports Training, 9402 Uptown Dr., Suite 1600, Indianapolis. Hartman will show you how effective breathing, movement and other techniques will eliminate your pain. Cost is $20. Register at http://bit.ly/WhyDoesMyBackStillHurt. Purses for good – IU Health North Hospital invites the public to join its second annual purse donation and resale program – “Bags to Riches”- that runs until April 15. Just in time for spring-cleaning, the hospital is requesting donations of gently used and new handbags, purses, wallets or travel bags that will be sold during a public resale on April 24. Purses should be dropped off at 11700 N. Meridian St. in Carmel. Replacement seminar - Riverview Health will host a joint replacement seminar from 6-7 p.m. on April 16. Dr. Jeffrey Ginther, a board certified and fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon, will discuss the latest techniques and procedures for hip and knee replacement, including anterior hip replacement and Exactech Guided Personalized Surgery for knee replacements. The joint replacement seminar will take place at Riverview Health in the Krieg DeVault Conference Room, located in the lower Ginther level of the Women’s Pavilion. A light dinner will be served. The program is free, but registration is required. Register at riverview.org/classes or call 776-7999.

Two super healthy veggies –Research has shown these two vegetables to be high in antioxidants, which are known cancer fighters. Mushrooms contain B vitamins, zinc, potassium, copper, selenium, iron and magnesium. It’s important to eat organically grown mushrooms, however, as they absorb whatever substance they are grown in. Red onions are another high antioxidant veggie as they can kill free radicals and reduce inflammation. Source: Naturalon.com Herbal reflux aids – If you suffer from reflux and antacids no longer help, there are some herbal remedies that might work. 1. Papaya – helps digest fat and carbs 2. Mustard – neutralizes stomach acid 3. Aloe vera juice – reduces digestive inflammation 4. Ginger – absorbs stomach acid and calms digestion. Source: Naturalon.com Increase white blood cells – You can naturally improve your white blood cell count, which in turn improves your overall immune system by consuming more of these: 1. Viitamin E – found in seeds and grains 2. Zinc – found in seafood, spinach and cashews 3. Green tea 4. Yogurt 5. Garlic Source: Naturalon.com

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The Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis, in partnership with several area homebuilders, will be conducting Real estate the inaugural Model Home Mania in the Indianapolis Metropolitan areanow throught April 19. Model Home Mania is an event celebrating the fact that the housing market is back and strong in Central Indiana. Local homebuilders will be opening and showcasing their model homes and displaying the latest in construction and design while raising awareness about the current housing market. Local new construction volume builders in the Indianapolis area are experiencing recordbreaking sales as pent-up demand from the recession years is beginning to accelerate. In the Nine-County region, the permits issued in February 2015 have created a total economic impact

of $101,182,349 in local income, $22,970,068 in local taxes, and 1,713 local jobs. “During the winter months market demand was very high with strong traffic in models leading to new construction contracts and sale of existing inventory,” stated Steve Lains, CEO of the Builders Association of Greater Indianapolis. “The consumer traffic in the market for new construction will continue to surge and Model Home Mania is about celebrating the industry and its recovery while promoting the trends in new construction,” says Lains. To participate in Model Home Mania and find and visit a model home, visit BAGI.com and click on the Model Home Mania banner. Participants can register to win a trip for two to Las Vegas. Additionally, several local builders will be giving away iPads at participating model homes. Find all details surrounding Model Home Mania at BAGI.com or call 236-6330.

DISPATCHES Debt assistance – Centier Bank has partnered with MortgageKeeper Referral Services, an online financial resource assistance tool that generates referrals to trustworthy local, state, and national resources to those who are struggling to maintain their debts and household expenses. The service can be accessed on the bank’s website at www.Centier.com/mortgagekeeper or by calling 888-236-8434 ext. 1204.

European stocks to buy – If you’re looking to invest in Europe, here are five bargain stocks and ETFs to consider: 1. Siemens AG (ADR) (SIEGY) 2. ING Groep NV (ADR) (ING) 3. WisdomTree Europe Hedged Equity Fund (HEDJ) 4. iShares MSCI France Index (ETF) 5. Vanguard Total International Stock ETF (VXUS) Source: InvestorPlace.com

New promotions manager – Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre has announced Indianapolis native Melissa Hook as its new promotions manager. She previously served in the creative service department for WISH-TV as the event and communication coordinator for nine years. Hook

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Scent of mulch: Sure sign of spring Commentary by Bob Wasson What scent do you associate most closely with spring? The fragrance of hyacinths in full bloom? A whiff of warm, moist OUTdoors air wafting its way to Indiana from the Gulf of Mexico? The unmistakable aroma of mulch in your neighbor’s back yard? Whether you hold your nose or inhale as deeply as you possibly can, the scent of mulch in the air is an undeniable sign that spring is here! Mulch is one of the most essential ingredients in a healthy garden for these four reasons: • Mulch helps conserve moisture in the soil and keeps the roots of your plants cool. • Mulch enriches the soil, making your flowers more beautiful and your fruit and vegetables more productive. • Mulch is an effective way to control weeds. It blocks sunlight, preventing pesky, unwanted seed from germinating. • Mulch will make your yard more attractive. It can help transform an ordinary outdoor space into a garden that is stunningly beautiful. Organic mulch is comprised of everything from manure, compost and grass clippings to shredded leaves, peat moss and tree bark. It typically is applied around trees, shrubs, flowerbeds and vegetable gardens. Mulch layers are usually two

$ Mulch can help transform an ordinary outdoor space into a garden that is stunningly beautiful. (Submitted photo)

inches deep – sometimes more. If you’re like the average weekend gardener, you probably have lots of questions about mulching. Questions like “how much to buy,” “when is the best time to apply,” and “what kind of mulch should I use.” These are all good reasons to stop by your neighborhood nursery or talk with a professional landscaper. They’ll make sure the next time you get a whiff of fresh mulch, it isn’t coming from your next door neighbor’s yard, but from your own. Bob Wasson is president of operations at Wasson Nursery in Muncie. He may be reached at (765) 759-9000.

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Your guide to kitchen islands Commentary by David Decker

The modern kitchen fulfills many different roles. It’s a family gathering place, a house party hotspot, a homework help center, INdoors a storage headquarters and a five-star restaurant. For many homeowners, the functionality of a kitchen begins with a well-designed island. Islands are ideal for a variety of kitchen tasks including cooking, baking, cleanup, storage, informal dining, entertaining party guests and more. And because they can be accessed from multiple sides and heights, it’s much easier to gather around the kitchen island than the kitchen table. There are many ways to design a functional kitchen island, but let’s take a look at a few of the must-have features. First, you’ll want to decide what you are going to use the island for most frequently, and use those functions to devise your design and storage plan. For example, if you would like to use the island as a food prep station, include outlets for small appliances, a prep sink and storage for cooking utensils such as cutting boards, knives and mixing bowls. Or if you are using the island as a dining area, make sure the countertop height is designed to fit standard chairs or stools. The island should be crafted to fit your utilitarian needs. As for the design itself, you can adjust the size, finish, color and details of your island to perfectly compliment the style of your kitchen and home. Because most islands require quite a bit

of space, it’s important to strategically plan your design. You may want to select a moveable island instead of a built-in, stationary one. Be sure to select an island size and style that won’t overwhelm your kitchen. If you choose to include seating with your island, you’ll want to pick chairs or stools that don’t get in the way of the workflow. Otherwise, your kitchen may become difficult to navigate. To get the most out of every square inch of your kitchen island, you’ll want an effective cabinetry design. Creating more built-in storage means your island will appear more spacious, inviting and tidy. Within your cabinetry, try installing lazy susans, pullout shelves, or deep drawers to maximize the space. You can even install appliance garages to store toasters, mixers, juicers and more, so that they are out of sight when not in use. There are even cabinetry designs that feature built-in spice racks, trashcans or utensil organizers, so you can use every last inch of available space. The key to creating a savvy kitchen island is planning. Use every square inch effectively and you’ll be surprised at how your kitchen space can be transformed.

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The big three things to consider Commentary by Randy Sorrell The growing thirst for modern outdoor living spaces has fueled stylish visions of patios, decks, fire features, grill stations, lanais with outdoor TV sets … and the imagination of OUTdoors luxuries continues to blossom! The reality of employing multiple amenities in your backyard can be daunting from a design and a financial perspective. Which commonly results in three critical discussion topics … budget, master design and phasing. Let these measured components serve as the vision and boundaries of implementing your incredible outdoor living space. BUDGET The budget conversation has grown from uncomfortable to now being expected. Often, a few minutes of offering rough costs for the dreamy ideas can help place the correct financial perspective or stimulate creative solutions that still provides some sort of enjoyable space. Return On Investment quickly follows. Some are very concerned while others are more carpe diem. What about you? MASTER DESIGN Think of this as your retirement plan, bucket list or career path. It functions as your blueprint for success and is closely aligned with the budget. It allows for DIY involvement and/or professionally installed. Likely there are a few “reach” items that could happen if a financial blessing occurs or your Lilly stock doubles and splits again. Make certain the design is to scale, calls out materials, offers some flexibility and fits your needs. PHASING “Can we phase this in over a period of seasons?” Of course you

can! Most projects have the capacity of phasing, if properly planned. Generally, starting with hard surfaces (patio, deck, porch, fire feature) followed by landscaping and concluding with optional ideas (grill station, pergola, shade sail, sitting walls) flows best. Each project/budget/design will strongly encourage the sequence and simultaneously leave you thirsting for the next phase. Bring on the barbeque!

Randy Sorrell is president of SURROUNDINGS by NatureWorks+, a Carmel home improvement firm. He may be reached at 679-2565, randy@choosesurroundings.com or www.choosesurroundings.com.