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What is Noblesville Reading? Media buzz, Hollywood and popular authors influence readers’ choices at libraries, bookstores

By Casey Kenley Current in Noblesville In a world where YouTube videos, witty blogs, TiVo recordings and instant messaging just scrape the surface of options for leisure activities, there is the ancient option of picking up a book and turning its pages. Despite all of their loud, slick competitors, books haven’t lost their luster. So, what is Noblesville reading? “If it makes news in the press, they’ll read them,” says Trudy Timkovich, a reference librarian and readers’ advisor at the Noblesville branch of the Hamilton East Public Library. Library patrons, she says, will always respond to reviews and sound bits with requests for the books, often leading to long wait lists at the library. Andy Bryant is assistant manager at the Noblesville Barnes and Noble store. He says Oprah Winfrey used to be a driving source with her once wildly popular book club. Without Oprah’s wisdom to guide them, Bryant says today’s audiences tend to choose based on press coverage, current events, author loyalty and Hollywood releases. “When was the last time you saw that on the bestseller list?” he asks, pointing to a copy of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass. The Johnny Depp film rendition has breathed new life into the Lewis Carroll classic’s shelf life, sending it up to the front row of Barnes and Noble’s high-visibility bestseller shelves. Its company recently included The Help by Kathryn Stockett, House Rules by Jodi Picoult and The Silent Sea by Clive Cussler. Author Dennis Lehane’s Shutter Island was the library’s most popular book in February, undoubtedly fueled by Martin Scorsese’s psycho-thriller starring Leonardo DiCaprio. Also following the Hollywood trend is the recent release of The Lightning Thief, which has boosted sales of the Percy Jackson titles, a series of books about a teen-ager who finds out he’s the son of Poseidon. The young-adult fantasy-adventure novels also have an adult following, an audience-jumping trend that isn’t uncommon, Bryant says. Take Harry Potter, for example. Perhaps, even more contagious among the teen set than misfit young men genetically gifted and doomed at the same time (Percy and Harry) are modern blood-suckers. “Anything vampire is very popular right now,” Bryant says. At Barnes and Noble, the most visible young adult shelf looks downright dark, with books in the Twilight, Vampire Academy, House of Night and The Vampire Diaries series wiling away young adults’ leisure time. The same is true at the library, where youth services librarian

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The next big thing With so many titles available at the library and only so much shelf space, librarians like Trudy Timkovich and Lori Holewinski read reviews months in advance to determine what they will have available for patrons. So, what will Noblesville be reading in the future? “What I see as a growing trend in mystery and thriller is international detectives, especially more and more detectives in China and Asia,” Timkovich says, doing a little sleuthing of her own.

television exposure is The Pacific. This 489-page Hugh Ambrose title is a companion to the HBO series about five soldiers during World War II. Timkovich says books like these in the narrative nonfiction genre are a popular check-out at the library. While genres have followings, so do some authors. In fact, James Patterson may be more of a household name than “narrative fiction.” Worst Case is the thriller writer’s latest recipient of his Midas touch, and Noblesville readers are eating it up. Janet Evanovich is a beloved author of library patrons. Stephanie Pluma New Jersey bounty hunter, is the star of 15 of Evanovich’s books, with No. 16 coming out this summer. For high-demand authors like Patterson and Evanovich, Timkovich says multiple copies of books are available. If a dozen copies of a best-selling thriller are made available, there will still be a wait list of 50 people. Photos by Kent Graham

Librarian Lori Holewinski assists student employee, Luke Clelland, in a search for a book.

Lori Holewinski adds the fantastical works in Cassandra Clare’s The Mortal Instruments series to the list of most-requested works of fiction for high school readers. Clare calls her books “urban fantasy novels,” where humans must cope with vampires, monsters and demons on a regular basis. A version of the vampire trend intended for more mature audiences are the romance-infused titles by J.R. Ward. A little paranormal and a lot of buff guys make for thrilling bestsellers. Politics and current events also drive readership. Michael Lewis’ The Big Short about the global financial crisis and Karl Rove’s Courage and Consequence are current top-sellers at Barnes and Noble. Mixing the lure of current events — a nation at war — and

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» Hamilton East Public Library’s Top 10 • Shutter Island, Dennis Lehane • Nineteen Minutes, Jodi Picoult • The Art of Racing in the Rain, Garth Stein • The Lovely Bones, Alice Sebold • The Kitchen Boy, Robert Alexander • The Time Traveler’s Wife, Audrey Niffenegger • A Thousand Splendid Suns, Khaled Hosseini • Nights in Rodanthe, Nicholas Sparks • Harvesting the Heart, Jodi Picoult • True Believer, Nicholas Sparks

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It is our position that all Hamilton County citizens should step up to support Michael Feinstein and his efforts to increase knowledge and appreciation of “The Great American Songbook.” Soon be a resident amongst our midst, Feinstein was brought here, in part, to bring this classic American music back home, and now we are called upon to support it. The Great American Songbook High School Academy and Competition brings students from Indiana, Illinois, Iowa, Ohio, Kentucky, Michigan and Wisconsin. Once all the applications have been entered, 10 finalists will be chosen and invited to a competition, held this year at the University of Indianapolis. Each finalist will sing two songs from “The Great American Songbook” and be judged by five judges. This year, the judges include; Michael Feinstein, Sylvia McNair, Susan Powell, Catherine Russell and Richard Walters. It is our belief that Hamilton county residents should try to make it to the south side of Indianapolis and attend the competition. Certainly, there are many demands upon our free time and entertainment dollars and the trip may be inconvenient, but it highly warranted. Kudos to Feinstein because of his efforts to increase knowledge about this classic form of American music.

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It is our position that the recently (and continuing to be) transformed Keystone Avenue is one of the best thoroughfares that this city and surrounding area has ever known. In fact, it is award-winning. It is aesthetically spectacular and a tremendous improvement to traffic flow! Kudos to American Structurepoint. Now, if only we could utilize it to its fullest. Yes, we are asking … no, we are urging, please increase the speed limit from the current 40 mph to a more reasonable 55 mph. Let us enjoy this wonderful road as it was intended. We have all dealt with the forecasted expense, what seemed endless time of construction, and the actual – and, yes ,much greater -- expense. So, again we ask: why aren’t we able to drive 55, at least where the project is finished? Of course, change does take time and there may be a perfectly good explanation as to why this road has a limit of 40 mph and lesser quality and more congested streets are above 45 mph, but does it really have to be that way? It would be such a shame to have gone through all of this trouble to end up driving slower.

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Every week, we will print a portion of the U.S. Constitution, followed by a portion of the Indiana Constitution. We encourage you to benchmark government policies against these bedrock documents. Today: the U.S. Constitution.. Article. VI. continued … thereby, any Thing in the Constitution or Laws of any State to the Contrary notwithstanding. The Senators and Representatives before mentioned, and the Members of the several State Legislatures, and all executive and judicial Officers, both of the United States and of the several States, shall be bound by Oath or Affirmation, to support this Constitution; but

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Amendment 1 Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the Government for a redress of grievances. Amendment 2 A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.

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From the backshop Hey, Hank! What about Dem health care numbers? Irony is alive and well in Washington. After several large companies announced projected profits will be reduced in the wake of the recent approval of the health care bill, Henry Waxman (D-Calif.) now is demanding the CEOs of these companies must go to Washington to testily and prove their math. Isn’t that incredible? Shouldn’t we demand that ol’ Henry testify to us how he and his fellow Democrats came up with their numbers in the heath care bill? ••• As you may be aware, our sterling Legislature let the session go without doing anything about political redistricting, which is required every 10 years. We wholeheartedly agree with Indiana Policy Review, which stated that if electoral maps to be drawn in 2011 are to have any credibility with voters, legislators will have to follow a more transparent and honest process than has been used before. A novel idea – and one whose time clearly has come! ••• As we suggested last week, Mother’s Day is coming. We’re fired up about being able to celebrate all moms in our area. In partnership with Ology Spa at Clarian North Medical Center, we’re looking to reward a special

Brian Kelly & Steve Greenberg woman with a wonderful prize package – just for her. It’s the first Rejuvenate Your Mom Contest, and nominations may be made online at www.currentincarmel.com or www. ologyspa.com through April 27. As important as the haul our winner will receive is the fact that someone cared enough to nominate her and the reasons why. Do it for Mom! ••• Bar Louie, the Clay Terrace establishment that had wonderful, open-arms service; outstanding “bar” food from a kitchen that stayed open until the wee hours; and a great “everybody’s a friend here” vibe sadly is no more. After a record first quarter, the suits shut it down last Monday night. Without warning. That’s absolutely pathetic.

Is revolution a way of life? COMMENTARY By Terry Anker I recently finished reading a book that was a collection of essays and letters written by and to our founding fathers. Of late, I’ve taken to looking directly to the words of these men to attempt to divine my own meaning from their intended actions. It’s been a very interesting and enjoyable exercise. I recommend it highly. I’m astonished by the rhetoric they used in describing the government of the royal family in England, to which many of them were loyal. Tyranny! These were men that routinely called for violence to achieve political objectives. Likewise, newspapers in England at the time routinely referred to the rabble-rousers in the United States as domestic terrorists. Has it really changed that much? People who opposed the war when Bush II was in charge were routinely labeled as being anti-American. They, in hand, routinely put Kill Bush bumper stickers on their vehicle bumpers and backpacks. Today, people who challenge the present Washington regime are summarily

called racists or worse. And yet, some of those deserve the label. Is this discourse simply par for the course? How can we expect our children to think in a more high-minded fashion, when tras- talking is a part of everyday life? Reggie Miller and Spike Lee elevated it to a high art form, but to what end? In my lifetime, I’ve seen effigies burned, political graffiti painted, and blogs posted. I’ve heard our president called a racial epitaph, read blogs urging the assassination of a local mayor, and most recently, the suggestion that a disgraced former deputy prosecutor for Marion County of Southeast Asian descent should “go back to his job at the convenience store.” Is it all just good fun? Or is it really time for an armed rebellion? I truly doubt it. Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at terry@ currentincarmell.com.

COMMENTARY By Zach Dunkin The players have been evaluated. The teams have been chosen. And the coaches have picked up their equipment. It won’t be long before we hear kids chanting “Hey-batter-batter, heybatter-batter,” energized parents shouting “Run! Run! Run!” at the crack of a bat and coaches – bless their cowhide-covered, volunteering hearts – barking their instructions. As I cruised past the immaculate Field of Dreams facility on Westfield Road recently (Opening Day for Noblesville Youth Baseball is April 24), it brought back some great memories from years of coaching youth baseball and softball. A couple bad ones, too. Parents and coaches, I’m not going to lecture you about behavior. But I will give you some advice from lessons I learned through the years. To coaches: No matter how hard you try to please everyone, there’s a good chance at least one set of parents will be upset with you by season’s end. It’s generally about playing time. Don’t worry about Mom and Dad; just try your hardest to be fair to the child. And because of

the times in which we live, always have a parent or two – not counting the coaching staff – at your practices. This goes especially for male coaches dealing with girls teams. To parents: Before you go storming after a coach in the parking lot following a game in which you think your child didn’t play enough, think about what might have gone into the decision making. Has the child been to all of the practices? Has he or she been cooperative and attentive at practice, where they learn more than they do in a game? Was there strategy involved in the decision? Is there some kind of player rotation plan for playing time? But if you really want to get into the head of a coach, go up to him or her and ask: What can I work on with my child to improve his (or her) skills? Got me every time. Zach Dunkin is the managing editor for Current in Noblesville. You may e-mail him at zach@ currentnoblesville.com

Readers' views So, let’s hear your solution Editor This sentence was taken from your No Means No view on March 23: “Why where they rejected?” Isn’t that supposed to be were? I’ll be sure to use your view with my students. I’ll have them proofread it and then discuss the importance of reading, rereading, and proofreading work before publishing it. I’ll also remind them not to rely on spell check. Your view also stated: “We believe that there

are alternatives to higher taxes to be considered before concluding that quality education will be forever lost unless the May referendum is approved.” Great!!! I can’t wait until the next issue of Current and read what those alternatives are! Please, throw them out there. While we are exhausting every possible scenario, let’s hear yours! I look forward to reading your proposals and passing them on to the powers that be. Lori Ritchie, 46062

School letter applying pressure Editor Thank you to your fine publication for the editorial “No means no” (March 23). My wife and I both asked what had changed since the referendum that was voted down by the taxpayers last year. We are pleased to know that we are not alone in our confusion. Thanks for bringing this serious situation to the attention of those who may not have been aware. In today’s mail we received from the

Noblesville Schools, a newspaper, of sorts, outlining the need for the referendum. One could almost feel the pressure being applied. An article on page 2 titled “What will happen.......” lists all the terrible things that will happen if this referendum does not pass. The only things missing were the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse. Desperation knows no end. Keep up the good work Michael and Judi Dye, 46062

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Editor I am 12-years-old and the owner of two pit bulls. They are really, really nice dogs to have as a pet ‘cause they’re playful and caring and if you’re sick they will not leave your side at all. They’re protective dogs. They’re lovable dogs. They’re not mean dogs at all. People justmake them really

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mean dogs, but they’re not. People make them fight other pit bulls and if they lose they kill the pit bulls. People don’t see inside the pit bulls’ hearts and really see the nice type of dogs they are. Pit bulls are really are nice, lovable dogs! Zeric Bardwell, 46060

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DISPATCHES » Teens can sign up for Sister City trip – Experiencing life in a Brazilian city with teens from other countries is the goal of Noblesville’s Sister Cities organization. The group is taking applications to visit Nova Prata, Brazil, this summer from July 24 through August 3. Students from Noblesville High School and from Cittadella, Italy, will visit host families in the South American city. The three towns are part of a “tri-lateral” linkage that was created over 10 years ago by Henry Cole, chair, and the Noblesville chapter of Sister Cities International. Teens from the Noblesville area interested in visiting Nova Prata this summer may contact the local group at P.O. Box 69, Noblesville, IN 46061 or call (317) 773-1829. The local group is planning its first “Summer Carnivale Italiano” August 6 to help defray costs for the teens and chaperones’ summer trips. Sponsorships for the summer event and advertising opportunities are available by calling (317) 773-1829. » Mayor honors Noblesville’s White – Cindy White, Retail Market Leader for First Merchants Bank, was honored by Noblesville Mayor Ditslear at the fifth annual Public Service Awards Luncheon presented by Indiana University Kokomo. The mayor declared March 31 as “Cindy White Public Service Day.” White currently serves as the Chairman of the Board for the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce as well as a Board Member for Noblesville-based Prevail. She sits on numerous committees and has volunteered hundreds of hours to local non-profit agencies during her career. White resides in Noblesville with her husband Marshall.

Getting a good night’s sleep not as easy as you might believe Commentary By Danielle Wilson I’m a math nerd. Always have been. I like the way math has a right and a wrong answer with no warm, fuzzy areas such as in English or history. Math is math, cold and hard. I’m also a mom that rarely gets a solid eight hours of sleep. After tutoring a student studying probability, it occurred to me I could develop a formula to calculate the odds of getting a good night’s sleep (OOGNS) based on various factors and circumstances: KIDS: If you have kids, you must factor the likelihood of one of them waking in the middle of the night. We have four, and in our house, at least one night a week, someone is creeping into our room. So my chance of a restful eight hours based on the kid factor is 6/7. (Six out of seven nights, they won’t bug me.) HUSBAND: Mine radiates heat and snores. Loudly. Not all the time, but let’s say one out of the five night. OOGNS: 4/5. ME: I get sick about twice a year to the point where I sleep like crap, even with the help of Nyquil. OOGNS: 363/365. STORMS: Depending on the season, storms will awaken me and keep me awake for most of the night. In the spring, it’s probably once a week, while in the winter, it drops to once every two months. Throwing in the fall and summer, and working some fraction magic, I calculate the OOGNS to be 9/10. CAT: The cat somehow manages to open our bedroom door at least one every three weeks or so, jumps on our bed and tries to lick my face or eat my hair. This awakens up. Then I have to get out of bed and put her back in the boys’ room, which, of

course, means taking a bathroom break. Now I am wide awake. OOGNS: 20/21. TIME OF THE MONTH: Men, skip this portion. Women, you understand what I’m talking about when I say that depending on the time of the month, you’ll either sleep like a happy, fat baby or a menopausal coke addict. Hot flashes, insomnia and cramps, and sometimes all three, seriously disrupt my beauty rest. OOGNS: 4/5. MISCELLANEOUS: Raccoons in the attic, early morning earthquakes, prank phone calls at midnight – they have all at some point screwed with my sleep. Thankfully, these random events are few and far between. OOGNS: 363/365. For me, then, the likelihood of getting a good night’s sleep tonight is approximately 55.6 percent. Not exactly promising, but not enough to warrant an Ambien, either. Oh wait! I completely forgot to figure in anxiety. Will I get a job this fall? Will Corinne need sedation to get four teeth pulled? What if my friends don’t get pregnant? Will we ever sell our house? What if I died in a car accident tomorrow and Doo had to pull double parenting duty for the next 40 years? Blast! My OOGNS just plummeted to 22.8 percent. Math stinks. Peace out. Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.

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Republican candidates for Indiana's fifth district participated in a public forum March 30 at Central Christian Church in Carmel. From left to right: Ann Adcook, Andy Lyons, John McGoff, Brose McVey, Luke Messer, Mike Murphy and moderator Alan Potasnik. Incumbent Congressman Dan Burton was not present.

for the Republican Party.” While the candidates share a view that Burton should not return to Washington, Carmel resident McVey stressed that the other six vying for the spot aren’t running on a “team ticket.” “These are great candidates,” he said. “Let’s fight for one of them and go win this thing. If we come together in this county we can pick the next congressman.” Like the rest on the panel, Lyons, a current school teacher and former police officer, said the United States cannot continue down its current path. He claimed the government has become “a monstrosity,” and he is running, in part, because the district needs a fighter who will work with others to bring about change. From a recent conversation with Burton, Lyons said he knows

first-hand that the incumbent will continue as usual. “He looked me right in the face and said ‘I’m not changing how I do things,’” Lyons said. “I told him, ‘Then you’re not getting reelected.’” Messer estimated that this is the strongest anti-incumbent environment since the Watergate scandal. Adcook agreed, adding that Hoosiers in the fifth district currently lack a true voice in Congress, which motivated her to run for office for the first time. McGoff, however, has run against Burton before, including losing in a close race during the last election. He said he’s running again to “finish the job.” “Are you happy with what you’ve got?” he said. “If you are, then you should vote for Congressman Burton and send him back.”

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By Kevin Kane Current in Noblesville While Congressman Dan Burton’s six opponents do not agree on every issue, they all share the opinion that change is needed in the United States government, beginning with some new blood representing the state’s fifth district. Seven Republican candidates for the fifth district will be on the ballot May 4. Six of them were present at a public forum staged March 30 at Central Christian Church in Carmel. Incumbent Burton, who has served in Congress since 1983, was not. Those present included Ann Adcook, Andy Lyons, John McGoff, Brose McVey, Luke Messer and Mike Murphy. The six candidates began the session by introducing themselves to the audience filling the church gymnasium. Murphy, a former corporate executive, began his five-minute introduction by posing a Jeopardy-style question to those in attendance. The answer was “Hey Jude.” The question: “Which song was number one when Burton was first elected to public office? “ Moderator Alan Potasnik presented to Murphy and the rest of the candidates a question from an audience member: How can Burton be beaten with six candidates splitting the vote? “The presence of six challengers despite the incumbent’s unwillingness to be here is not a bad sign,” Murphy said. “It’s a sign of strength

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Spring is here, complaining about the heat around corner COMMENTARY By Leslie Webber There’s a good chance this edition may spend a few extra days at the post office or in a bag in your neighbor’s garage. Noblesville and much of Hamilton County schools are closed for spring break. The break couldn’t come at a better time. After a long winter, going somewhere warm and green sounds pretty appealing! We’re not heading south this year. We are doing the opposite of rational folks and heading north. It’s a long story, but at least we’ll be out of our all too familiar element for awhile. In years past we have headed south; often to the Alabama coast or the Florida panhandle. We may not have daily access to the ocean living in Central Indiana, but we can get there in a day’s drive. If you need convincing it’s an easy drive, try playing the license plate game with your kids. They’ll spy little aside from Indiana plates all the way down Interstate 65. Occasionally, they might spot a more exotic state tag like, Michigan.

A couple of years ago we were standing outside a restaurant in Orange Beach, Alabama waiting for a table. A man noticed our Indiana plates and said, “Hey, which county is ’29?’ I have a bet with my brother.” Always eager to talk to strangers, I told him it was Hamilton County. The gentleman said, “That’s what I thought. Whadda ya’ll do, vacation as a county?” Judging from the parking lot it would seem that way. More than anything spring break signals summer is edging closer and closer. Hallelujah, we’ve survived another Indiana winter! Not long after returning from break, lawns start to green, grills are uncovered, and pool furniture comes out of storage. Before you know it, we’ll start complaining about the heat! Leslie Webber is a Noblesville resident, wife, mother of two very young children and a professional photographer. Visit her Web site at www.lesliewebber.com.

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Curb shopping: Could it become a Noblesville springtime tradition? Commentary By Krista Bocko Curb shopping is a practice that has its origins in New England, where towns designate a week or so once or twice a year, often in the spring, and folks set out items they no longer want at the curb where they’re up for grabs for curb side shoppers to pick up and tote home. It’s what communities did before craigslist, freecycle, or Goodwill, which are all great, but this is a tradition I’d like to see revived. I have actually wanted to organize something like this, ever since we got a flyer several years back stating that there would be a dumpster placed just down the street for people to haul their unwanted items to. That’s great for real trash, but why put completely useable items into the dumpster just because you don’t want them when those items might find a good home with other people? That year I may or may not have climbed into the dumpster to rescue three completely serviceable (and cute!) outdoor chairs that may or may not still reside in my yard today. Ahem. And that’s when I got my idea, but by then it was really too late to organize something for that year. Since then it’s floated in and out of my consciousness, waiting. But now. Now I have a great way to get this

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idea out to many people and see what we can start right here. And why not? A little neighborhood swap, strolling along the streets in my neighborhood and coming home with some new-to-me items without spending a dime sounds like great fun to me. I’m just a one-woman show though, so if this piques your interest and you’re interested in helping to start this, contact me. Krista Bocko, her husband and four children live in “Old Town.” Noblesville in a historic home. She can be reached at www.cachetwrites. blogspot.com

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City has given plenty of support Commentary By Mayor John Ditslear Like many other people, I was saddened to hear that The Wild bookstore downtown was closing. In the Current article “It’s over for The Wild; owner cites too many financial hurdles” (March 23), the owner of The Wild said she was “frustrated by the city economic development department’s failure to provide incentives for small businesses like hers to stay Downtown.” The City of Noblesville makes great efforts to support all business in Noblesville, and I wanted to mention some of the highlights that have been specifically targeted to downtown. In 2007, the Downtown Strategic Development Plan was created from countless hours of work from city leadership and stakeholders, as well as feedback from three public open houses. Since then: • Full-time position of Assistant Economic Development Director for Downtown was created. • Efforts were increased to strengthen and promote downtown. Two examples: * The First Fridays program: Although not all downtown businesses remain open during these once a month events, the goal for those that do is increased sales and exposure to new customers. * The Façade Improvement Grant program: This program offers matching funds to downtown building owners

who wish to make improvements to their commercial property’s façade • Visitors Center was chosen to be located downtown. • Several improvements were made to the downtown area, such as adding bike racks, benches, signage, flowers, a music/PA system, sidewalk improvements, and more. In addition, the city is applying or has applied for grants that benefit downtown. Noblesville residents and business owners are encouraged to contact the city to share any specific ideas they have regarding downtown or any other part of the city. It isn’t up to the city to tell business owners how to market and run their business, nor is it up to the city to determine at which Noblesville businesses people should spend their money. Yet, our responsibility has been and continues to be on implementing programs, initiatives, and services that make downtown Noblesville and ALL of Noblesville an attractive place to live, work, shop, and play. It is a responsibility we have always taken and will always take very seriously. For an extended version of this commentary, visit www.currentnoblesville.com. John Ditslear is the Mayor of Noblesville. To contact him, send email to jditslear@noblesville.in.us.

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DISPATCHES » Stop-smoking classes at Riverview – Riverview Respiratory Care Department will offer a free program May 4 through July 15 to help you stop smoking. Developed by the American Lung Association, Freedom from Smoking is a nationwide program that uses a systematic approach to stop smoking. Riverview can offer this class for free through a grant from the Indiana Tobacco Prevention and Cessation Program and the Hamilton County Tobacco Coalition. Classes meet once a week in the lower level of the Riverview Women’s Pavilion, 395 Westfield Road, Noblesville, in the Krieg DeVault room. Class size is limited and registration is required. For more information or to register, call (317) 776-7484. » Health Fair at The Lodge – The Lodge Assisted Living will host a free Health Fair from 9 a.m. to noon April 20 at The Lodge, 1667 Sheridan Road, Noblesville. Join The Lodge and Harbour Manor, along with over 40 vendors, for a health checkup. There will be cholesterol screenings, free massages, cardiac risk assessment and hearing and bone density tests. Personal tours of assisted living and rehabilitation will be available. There will be door prizes. For information, call (317) 770-3400. » Riverview offers stroke, cardiac screening – Riverview Hospital is offering a Stroke and Cardiac Screening Day from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. May 1 in the Krieg DeVault Conference Room in the lower level of the Women’s Pavilion, 395 Westfield Road. The fee for the screenings will be $49.99 (a $250 value). Screenings and services include the PLAC test, which helps patients who have “hidden” cardiovascular risks due to the formation of rupture-prone plaque, the lipid panel profile, which measures “good” and “bad” cholesterol, a blood glucose test used to diagnosis and treat diabetes, a cardiac risk assessment to determine the risk factor for stroke and heart disease based upon family history and current health stats and a blood pressure reading. To register for an appointment, call (317) 776-7247. Fees are non-refundable. » McVeggies? – Kids not eating their veggies? Try offering them the healthful tidbits in a McDonald’s bag. Stanford researchers found that young children prefer the taste of food they think came from McDonald’s – even baby carrots, which the restaurant doesn’t even sell. -Remedy

Get up and at ‘em if you want to burn that body fat By John Bellmore Current in Noblesville When is the best time to work out? Let’s just get right to the answer to that question: in the morning. Here’s why: on an empty stomach you can burn up to 300 percent more body fat. In the morning your body hardly has any carbohydrates to burn so it goes right to the fat stores to get the energy needed to do the work. Growth hormones are also at their highest in the morning. This aids in muscle growth and influences fat loss. If you cannot work out first thing in the morning then try to do so at least three hours after eating. Start your workout after after consuming 16-24 ounces of water. Drink an additional 20-60 ounces during the workout to avoid dehydration. Try to do your weight training before your cardio training. Weight training will deplete your glycogen stores and cause your body to go to its fat stores when performing cardio after. It takes the body 20-30 minutes to deplete glycogen stores and switch to fat burning mode. It would not be efficient to perform aerobic exercise alone because it would take 20-30 minutes just to get to the fat burning stage and the

you would need to work out an additional 20 minutes just to burn fat. This would total 50 minutes, and aerobic exercise should be kept at a maximum of 40 minutes to avoid losing muscle mass. More isn’t always better. John Bellmore is a Certified Personal Trainer through the National Academy of Health and Fitness and has been working with clients in the Noblesville area for the past six years. You can reach John or submit questions for future articles at jwbellmore@hotmail.com.

Tired? Here’s why and what you can do about it COMMENTARY By Carol Rossetti, N.D. Feeling tired all the time? It is the number one complaint of six out of every ten people who dawn my door. It used to be one or two out of ten but has grown by leaps and bounds over the past five years. While not all the reasons are clear, there are definitely some trends that need to be addressed. We live in a fast-paced world. Is that a major reason? It may be a small contender, but everyone I knew as my children were growing up had a fast- paced life, but we were not tired all the time. Prescription drug use has grown over the years and can be a major contender as many blood pressure meds make us feel tired all the time. If high blood pressure is something you deal with, perhaps it’s time to look to nature’s pharmacy for some answers. Deciding to follow a low-fat or fat-free diet high in pastas means you are not getting enough protein but more sugar for quick highs and very low lows. Protein gives you sustained energy

that remains level without those lows that make you want to stay on the couch. If you are being treated for a thyroid issue without addressing the adrenal glands, you are treating only the symptoms and not the cause. Here’s how you can help yourself: • Get some help reviewing your medications • Get some help with food choices. • Take a good quality vitamin and mineral supplement (our food just won’t do it) and no polyethylene glycol. • Get your adrenals checked for adrenal fatigue • Take a walk outside – spend some time with “yourself ”. You can renew and rebuild your entire body in one year. So, what are you going to do with your year? Noblesville resident Carol Rossetti, N.D. is a Naturopathic Doctor with Wellness By Nature. She can be reached at (317) 773-1612 or visit www.wellnessbynature.com.

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DISPATCHES » Learn guitar quickly – If you have ever wanted to learn how to play the guitar but never had the time or money to take private lessons, then you may want to check out the Just Once Guitar Workshop from 9:30 a.m. to noon April 17 at Forest Park Lodge in Noblesville. Instructor Scott Avey will cover the basics of playing using chords. The workshop is for absolute beginners and is designed to help students learn how to play primarily for their own personal enjoyment. Cost is $55 per person, with a $5 discount if a student signs up for this workshop and the Guitar By Ear workshop. For more information or to register, contact the Noblesville Parks Recreation office at (317) 770-5750. » Another dance/dinner event for Sunny – On the heels of his successful Valentine’s Day dance and dinner event, Noblesville deejay Sunny Moon, will be hosting his second Dance by the Light of the Moon event, from 6:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. April 9 at the Mansion at Oak Hill, 5801 E. 116th St., Carmel. The event includes a prime rib buffet dinner, featuring dance music played by Moon. Cost is $29.99 per person (includes service charge and tax) . For reservations, call (317)-843-9850 or email jzehr@oakhillmansion.com.

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The Lords are finally going Blu. The “Lord of the Rings” movies are being released on Blu-ray today. And I do mean all of them: The trilogy of 2001-03 films directed by Peter Jackson, which is being issued as a single set, and the animated version directed by Ralph Bakshi in 1978. The fates of those disparate attempts to bring J.R.R. Tolkien’s fantasyland of hobbits, orcs and elves to cinematic life could not have been more diverse. Jackson’s films set box office records and won a slew of Oscars, while Bakshi’s version remains a punch line for serious Tolkienites, who dismiss it as a cartoon for kiddies. Say what you will about Bakshi’s muchmaligned take, it looks great on a big TV in Blu-ray. The film itself hasn’t improved with age; the cutesy depiction of Frodo and the other hobbits as big-haired moppets still grates. And the technique of “rotoscoping” -- filming live action and turning it into animation -- makes for jerky action scenes. It doesn’t help that the story abruptly stops about two-thirds of the way through Tolkien’s novel. Bakshi intended the epic tale to be divided into two parts, but the studio refused to fund a sequel. Jackson had about 70 times more money to

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play with than Bakshi did, and it shows. The story was split into three parts, just as publishers generally did with Tolkien’s book. But beyond production values, Jackson and his crew hew closer to Tolkien’s vision in both plot and tone. They understood that they were translating an entire world into film -- and fans wanted it treated seriously. The only downside of the LOTR Trilogy’s arrival on Blu-ray (which had been delayed repeatedly) is that this set includes only the

» Book signing at Noble Coffee – Author Rina Hahn will sign her book, "Unspeakable Journey," from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. April 10 at Noble Coffee and Tea. Co, 933 Logan St., Noblesville In the book, Isabella is abducted in the parking lot of her local grocery store on the eve of her 30th birthday. Hasam, a sinister human trafficker, arranges for her to marry his longtime friend and Saudi Arabian prince, Latif. Far from home, in a land where women are oppressed, Isabella struggles with the loss of her husband and two daughters, imprisonment, and isolation.

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An Italian tomato sauce that’s naughty but nice “red-light district.” Some ingredients like capers, basil and garlic grow indigenously in Italy, so puttanesca sauce usually includes these items. Puttanesca today is a sauce defined by a world of ingredient possibilities and endless pairings of pasta, vegetables and meats. This recipe is my favorite, using hearty, healthy vegetables and chicken. Serve this dish with any kind of pasta, a fresh sprinkling of parmesan cheese and a good white wine. This dish will hold up to the oakiest of Chardonnay and also pairs well with a crisp Pinot Grigio or Soave.

By Molly Herner Current in Noblesville Puttanesca is an age-old, classic Italian tomato sauce. The word “puttanesca” translated from Italian means, “pasta of the whores.” Although crass and crude sounding, this is an appropriately titled sauce. Puttanesca finds its origins as a sauce made from any sort of leftover scraps impoverished prostitutes or homeless locals could scrounge together. Often, this meant rummaging through market garbage from the day and finding the freshest tomato, onion, garlic and mushroom scraps. It was a sauce usually prepared by the “nightworkers” of the streets since the garbage from the day would be set out. It was made in large batches and the smell of the simmering sauce was said to have lured intoxicated men to the

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From ballet to Spanish to art, kids can learn a new skill Current in Noblesville Let the kids have fun while they learn a new skill this spring during a variety of sessions of the Noblesville Parks Department’s popular recreation programs. Several of the classes are new programs. Pre-registration is required for all classes. For more details about the classes or to register, visit www.cityofnoblesville.org/Parks or call the Parks Recreation office at (317) 770-5750. The April/May programs at Forest Park Lodge include: Spanishgarten – Spanishgarten is interactive program in Spanish immersion. Six week, once a week sessions are offered for children 2 ½ to 5 years old with a parent or caregiver. Cost is $64 per child for residents/$71 for non-residents. Sessions: April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, and 17 from 9:30-10:15 a.m. Children’s Pottery – Each class will center on a chosen theme. Class is for children ages 4-7 and cost is $69 per child for residents/$76 for non-residents. Sessions: April 12, 19, 26, May 3, 10, and 17 from 4:45 – 5:45 p.m. Children’s Theatre – This program is for 7- to 11- year-olds and focuses on improvisation, memorization, pantomime, and emotion work. Participants are required to practice lines at home and will put on a play during the last day of this class. Cost is $57 per child for residents/$76 for non-residents. Sessions: April 12,

19, 26, May 3, 10, and 17 from 6:15-7:15 p.m. Preschool Music and Movement – This class is designed to get your 2-4-year-old active, moving to the music, and introduced to structured programs. Cost is $35 per child for residents/$40 for non-residents. Sessions: April 13, 20, 27, and May 4 from 9-9:45 a.m or April 17, 24, May 1, and 8 from 9-9:45 a.m. Children’s Ballet – The class for 3-5-yearolds focuses on terminology, rhythm, grace, and strength by completing a ballet warm-up, learning routines, and playing fun games. Parents are invited to watch the last 10 minutes of the final class. Cost is $35 per child for residents/$40 for non-residents. Sessions: April 13, 20, 27, and May 4 from 10-10:45 a.m. Young Rembrandts Children’s Drawing Classes –The step-by-step curriculum makes drawing fun. Cost is $31 per child for residents/$36 for non-residents. Two sessions offered: on Thursdays: Preschool Drawing (ages 3 ½-5) on April 15, 22, 29, and May 6 from 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. or Cartooning (ages 6–12) on April 15, 22, 29, and May 6 from 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Ballet/Tap Combo –This class for 4-7-yearolds focuses on terminology, rhythm, grace, and strength by completing a ballet warm-up, tap exercises, learning routines, and playing fun games. Dancers do need tap shoes. Parents are invited to the last class performance. Sessions :

April 14, 21, 28, and May 5 from 5:30 – 6:15 p.m. Kitchen Creations for Kids – This fun class for 4-7- year-olds will offer recipes that teach children how to measure and mix items together to make edible “no-bake” masterpieces. Cost is $46 per child for residents/$51 for nonresidents. Sessions : April 14, 21, 28, and May 5 from 6 – 6:45 p.m. Nature Discovery for Kindergarteners/ Preschoolers – This class is for children ages 3 – 6 years old and the topic will be Desert

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THEATRE Hello Dolly!

Love is in the air in the 10-time Tony Award winning musical , “Hello Dolly,” through May 2 at the Beef & Boards Dinner Theater, 9301 N. Michigan Road, Indianapolis. Based on the play “The Matchmaker” by Thornton Wilder, “Hello Dolly” is the story of turn-ofthe-century matchmaker Dolly Levi, who is supposed to be arranging a match for the wealthy Horace Vandergelder, but would rather keep him to herself. Tickets range from $35 to $58, and a buffet dinner, coffee and tea. For reservations, call (317) 872- 9664 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday and from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays. For complete show schedule, visit www.beefandboards.com.

Disney’s Aladdin Jr.

Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s Pyramid Players presents “Disney’s Aladdin Jr., the stage adaptation of the popular Disney movie as their first Live Theatre for Kids series, April 10, 17 and 23-24. These one-hour shows take place on Fridays at 10 a.m. and again on Saturdays at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. Adam Crowe, formerly of Noblesville, plays the Sultan. The audience has the opportunity to meet the cast after each show for pictures and autographs. Performances are for all ages, but offered particularly for children in preschool through sixth grade. All tickets are $12.50 and include a snack. For reservations, contact the box office at (317) 872-9664.

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THEATRE You Can’t Take It With You

A wealthy, conservative family is thrust into a household of eccentric characters, each pursuing their own version of happiness in the Pulitzer Prize-winning “You Can’t Take It With You,” at The Belfry Theatre, 10690 Greenfield Ave., April 9 through April 25. When the manufacture of fireworks in the basement goes awry and an explosion occurs, the police arrive and haul everyone off to jail. Performances begin at 8 p.m. April 9-10, 16-17 and 23-24 and at 2 p.m. April 17 and 25. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for ages 12 and younger. Reservations required. Call (317) 773-1085.

Yankee Tavern

The Phoenix Theatre of Indianapolis will present Yankee Tavern, written by Steven Dietz, from April 8 and runs through May 1. Tickets are $15 for Thursdays and Sundays, $20 for Fridays and Saturdays. Show times are 7 p.m. on Thursdays, 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays.

SPECIAL EVENTS Follow the North Star

Become a fugitive slave on the Underground Railroad, fleeing from captivity, risking everything for freedom during “Follow the North Star” at Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers. The 90-minute program begin at 7:30 p.m. through 8:30 p.m. on April 9-10, 16-17, 23-24. Cost is $19 per person and reservations are required, by calling (317) 776-6006.

Current in Noblesville

LIVE MUSIC Mickey’s Irish Pub

The following musical acts will be playing live at Mickey’s Irish Pub,13644 N Meridian, Carmel. For more information, call 317-573-9746: April 9 – Endless Summer April 10 – Lemon Wheel Band April 16 – Living Proof April 17 – Toy Factory April 23 – Soul Street April 24 – Big Daddy Caddy

Mo’s Irish Pub

The following musical acts will be playing live at Mo’s Irish Pub, 13193 Levinson Lane in the Hamilton Town Center, Noblesville. For more information, call (317) 770-9020. April 8 – Greta Speaks April 9 – Lou Abby April 10 – Through Being Cool April 15 – Cari Ray April 16 – Daniel Joseph Band April 17 – Something Rather Naughty

Hedgehog Music Showcase

The Radio Review at Hedgehog Music Showcase, 101 W. Main St., Arcadia, takes the form of a live radio show featuring big band, swing and pop standards of the 1920s-30s-40s performed by musicians and vocalists 8 p.m. every Saturday. For more information, call (317) 573-9746:

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DISPATCHES » Banquet captain, B & B earn STAR honors – The Hamilton County Convention and Visitors Bureau recognized Ramon Tellez of Four Points by Sheraton Indianapolis Carmel as individual winner and the Old Towne Carmel Bed & Breakfast in the business category in its quarterly hospitality recognition STAR program. Tellez, the banquet captain at the Sheraton, was recognized for his positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to do whatever it takes to guarantee a positive experience for guests. The Old Town Carmel Bed & Breakfast was honored for the exceptional service and dedication they provide to their guests. Nominations are compiled and awarded each quarter. For the second quarter, applications will be accepted through June 10. » Three new Tucker sales associates – F.C. Tucker Company added three residential sales associates in March to its network of Indianapolis-area offices. The added realtors were Robby Michael, Shelle Newman and Scott Warner.

MONEY MATTERS Have you or your family had to alter spring travel plans because of financial changes? “I think more families are trying to cut out some unnecessary expenses on vacations. We always try to plan a small vacation over spring break, find a reasonably priced destination, and treat ourselves to a few local restaurants.” Evan Elliott, Noblesville “This year I do not have any spring break travel plans. I am saving up for a bigger travel trip maybe later in the year or next year. Being able to have a budget goal helps me stay focused on saving a little bit each month. Kathlen Koch, Noblesville “Our family was originally going to fly down to Florida this year, but due to the financial troubles, we instead had to change our mode of transportation from flying to driving to save some money.” Logan Park, Noblesville

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You have to be able to prove it GRAND OPENING COMMENTARY By David Cain A bully on the playground walks up to a smaller boy. He pushes him. The smaller boy stumbles back and then takes a step forward toward the bully, essentially saying, “Prove it.” From the playground to the television screen, people demand proof of your claims. They are willing to believe, but you have to offer some proof of what you say. Effective marketing has a lot to do with proving what you claim to be true. It starts with a mission, a value proposition, a tagline, a look and feel, and then companies go out and tell the world what they do and what they stand for. But it usually takes more than just telling the world. You have to prove it. That’s why customer testimonials, case studies, ratings, reviews and other forms of actual customer comments and feedback go a long way in closing the deal. People trust people. People don’t instinctually trust companies. If you want to be effective in marketing yourself or your company, make sure you can prove it. Write down what you think you do better than anyone else, what you stand for, what you “sell.” Limit it to three things, and under each

one write down the proof that you do what you claim. This works for both your personal brand (what you stand for) and your employment brand (what your company stands for). Let’s say you are working on your personal brand and you wrote down that you are a fun, caring and energetic. Are you the best at it? Are you the best in your house, in your neighborhood, in the state? How would you prove it? Got people standing in line to agree with you and provide examples? Do you have any stories in which you fulfilled these promises? Often, when it comes time to prove it, we find that what we claim isn’t what we stand for. If we can’t prove it, it’s really an empty promise soon to be found out. It’s common for people and businesses to find out that what they are known for isn’t what they want to stand for. You’ve got to be able to prove your claims, and they need to be true, or next time on the playground you might find the smaller kid will win. David Cain works at MediaSauce, a digital media and online marketing company in Carmel. David welcomes your questions or comments at David.Cain@MediaSauce.com.

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Boo and Gaga, “a boutique for the glamorous,” is now open in the Carmel Arts & Design District. The boutique, run by owner Mollee Mohr and her assistant Missy Mills, specializes in retro/old Hollywood inspired semi formal, formal and seasonal wear. The bouMohr tique has a unique array of flattering swimsuits. It also sells Kevin Aucoin and Nuba designer make-up, accessories and a wide variety of one-of-a-kind shoes. Their clothing brands include Jovani, Pinup Couture, Irregular Choice and Bordello. The vintage retro pieces distinguish Boo and Gaga from other boutiques as well as only selling figure flattering fashions. “Everything I sell makes a woman look and feel her best,” Mohr said. Boo and Gaga is also a full service make-up bar where customers can come in and receive a makeover by the cosmetologist and owner Mohr. “My ultimate goal is to make every woman feel like a movie star for one day and to be treated like one,” Mohr said. Owner: Mollee Mohr Address: 15 East Main St. Suite 100, Carmel Phone: 317-660-6152 Web: www.booandgaga.com

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Master bath remodel: Mix of old and new to lower budget COMMENTARY By Larry Greene PULL AND REPLACE STRATEGY: This home in Fishers was built in the 1990s and featured a medium sized master bathroom. The overall layout of the room was working fine for the owners. For this reason and also to help lower the project cost, it was decided to upgrade everything in the room but keep everything in the same location. This strategy would save money compared to the extra cost that would have been required if plumbing fixture rough-in locations were moved. TALLER VANITIES: The two existing vanity cabinets were 29” high, which was the standard height at the time the home was built. Today, more new vanity cabinets are made at a taller height

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of 35”. This more ergonomically comfortable height is preferred by adults and also is more visually appealing. A carpenter was able to build a platform to increase the height of the existing cabinet. In addition, a new decorative arched-toe kick trim piece was installed to hide the platform and add to the visual appearance. PAINTING EXISTING CABINETS: The new cabinet trim and existing cinnamon-stained cabinets were primed and painted in a new black color and covered with a black-glaze highlight. New satin nickel cabinet knobs that matched the new faucets were installed. New tropic brown granite countertops were installed, and a matching granite wall cap was added to the half-wall in the new shower. NEW TUB DECK: The existing tub was removed and salvaged, while the new tub deck was rebuilt. New porcelain tile was designed to wrap the room and create a new backsplash around the tub deck. A decorative listello was installed horizontally around the tub and shower area to add interest. The shower and bathroom floor were covered in the same matching tile. Finally, the tiled front apron of the tub deck was replaced with wood raised panels. These panels were primed and painted to add a nice decorative touch to the room.

Larry Greene is owner of Case Handyman & Remodeling. You may e-mail him at lgreene@caseremodeling.com or call 846-2600. Visit www.caseremodeling.com for more information.

Decoding that gardening catalogue-ese for you COMMENTARY By Holly Funk I get such a chuckle whilst thumbing through some of the gardening catalogs I receive in the mail, particularly those that are less glossy and eye-catching than others. And not to name any specific companies, but catalogs that only list common names, for example, don’t seem to want the reader to research the plant much beyond the info they choose to give you in their descriptions. Thusly, I’ve decided to reveal some of the most “colorful” catalog lingo – and what, exactly, it really means. “Towering stalks of blooms”: that thing’s gonna need a stake. “Beautiful, evergreen foliage”: the flowers are nothin’ to write home about. “Fabulous cut flower”: the foliage looks like a weed. “Unusual blooms”: as in, a face only a mother could love? “Rare and exotic”: we’ve only sold two of them in the last ten years. “Carefree groundcover”: guaranteed to run

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rampant and you’ll never be rid of it. Never. “Delicate blossoms”: so tiny you need a magnifier to see them. “Buy one, get one free”: no one wants these things, so we’re giving them away. “Favorite of butterflies and hummingbirds”: i.e., covered in bees. “Early blooming”: cover with a sheet or the frost will get them. And last but not least… “Blooms all summer long”: yeah, right. From a gardener who’s been there, done that…don’t be duped by the fanciful descriptions that the catalogs give. After all, everyone’s out to make a buck. Best to research plants before you buy, relying not just on the plant propaganda that comes in the mail. Or you may find yourself cursing ribbon grass before long. Holly Funk is an Indiana accredited horticulturist and advanced master gardener residing in Noblesville. Email your gardening woes (or wisdom) to hollyfunk75@yahoo. com.

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Historic homes of Noblesville Location: 1506 Clinton Street. Owners: Herb and Jan Masiuk, since 1988. Constructed by: David M. Brock, around 1887. Style: Victorian Cottage Cosmetic features: This vernacular, T-plan home is elaborate in ornamentation, with a variety of decorative and architectural elements including gables and gable ornaments, and a variety of exterior textures achieved through the use of wood in different shapes and layouts.The windows are tall and narrow. The home’s multicolor paint scheme highlights these many elements. What work have you done on your house? “There have been many projects: wiring, plumbing, ductwork, roof, kitchen, 3 baths, to name a few. We had all the woodwork milled to match the original in other rooms. We’ve stripped and stained all woodwork, refinished floors, scraped wallpaper off every room, repaired or replaced clapboards, painted exterior, torn off the front porch and rebuilt more appropriately.Restoring an old house will always take longer than you think. It was sometimes inconvenient, frequent-

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ly dusty, and always rewarding.” What are your favorite features? “Curb appeal? While our house needed lots of work, it was the location, neighborhood, good bones and exterior trim that interested us. Inside we liked the size of the rooms, hardwoods throughout, large closets, high ceilings, and attic space for a master bedroom. The area is walkable, the brick street is charming with mature trees that are gorgeous in the fall.” See www.noblesvillepreservation.com for more info. Carol Ann Schweikert contributed the home research for this column. Visit www.cachetwrites.blogspot.com or email kbocko@ sbcglobal.net with comments.

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DISPATCHES » More public forums scheduled – Members of the Noblesville Board of School Trustees will meet the community to discuss the building projects and the need to replace operating funds lost to state budget cuts and to answer questions. The remaining forums will take place at 6:30 April 14 and April 28 at Noblesville City Hall. For an detail explanation of the plan visit www.noblesvilleschools.com. » Kindergarten registration in May – Noblesville’s elementary schools will register children for kindergarten during the first week of May. Children must be 5 years old on or before August 1 and live within Noblesville Township to register. Registration hours will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 3-7. A certified copy of the child’s birth certificate and a current copy of immunizations must be provided. Proof of residency also is necessary. Parents of children whose birthday falls after August 1 and on or before Sept. 1 may file an appeal for early admission to kindergarten. Appeals are to be forwarded to Dr. Libbie Conner, superintendent of schools, no later than June 1. » Health Department offers vaccination clinics – The Hamilton County Health Department, is giving vaccination clinics for 6th to 12th grade students for the school year 2010-11. Only Tdap, MCV4 (Menactra) and Varicella vaccines will be administered on these days at the Hamilton County Health Department. Suite 30, Hamilton County Square.

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road trips, COMMENTARY perhaps, to fabulous Ohio By Hannah Davis Hannah’s Official Spring Break Study or Pennsylvania, and this being There I was, nestled under A recent study conducted by the American Medical the first break during which a blanket, perusing Facebook, Association reports: I can go off by myself. But trying to find a good excuse to • A majority (74 percent) of respondents said students I can assure that I intend to put off doing my homework use drinking as an excuse for outrageous behavior keep myself decent, and there for just a little longer, and • An overwhelming majority (84 percent) of responwill be no prancing around BAM! Drunk, scantily clad dents thought images of students partying during in bikinis. I will be wearing a high school kids all over my spring break may contribute to an increase in others’ shirt and pants (maybe a skirt, wall, totally interrupting my reckless behavior should the weather permit it) lack of thought. How dare • An even higher percentage (86 percent) agreed these at all times. they? images may contribute to dangerous behaviors by Please, fellow high schoolJustin Bieber look-a-likes males toward women. ers, for the sake of your own toted cigars and beers, and • Almost all (92 percent) said it was easy to get alcohol decency, and for those of us naked (they might as well have while on spring break. who would rather just not see been, anyway) girls, sloshStatistics provided by all of your vacation, keep your ing margaritas and daiquiris www.alcoholpolicymd.com. clothes on. I’ll refrain from around, hung onto them preaching against drinking for dear life. Guys and girls and smoking, as long as it’s understood that safety should always, alike wore nothing more than swimsuits, and maybe a pair of without a question, come first. unzipped shorts. Broad daylight, and these kids – many quite possibly younger than I am – were partying without a care in the world, with nary an adult in sight. Except for the DJ, that is. Oh, my. Hannah Davis is a senior at Noblesville High School and Personally, I’ve never ventured to the sunny beaches of Florida the opinions editor for The Mill Stream. or Mexico for spring break. The ways of beach vacationing are pretty much unknown to me. My family’s more prone to taking

When your friends become your family COMMENTARY By Darla Kinney Scoles “The best part of life is when your family becomes your friends and your friends become your family,” penned Danica Whitfield of those relationships we hold most dear. I have felt that in a large and emotion-filled way this week as I have spent time in my childhood home in Florida visiting with both family and friends. I strongly encourage those who might be working on personal histories to not only include the names and stories of family members, but to add in those friends who have impacted their lives as well. A few days ago as extended family gathered to celebrate my father’s 80th birthday, we sat around the table and asked him “Fifty Questions for Family History Interviews” from about.com. No. 22 asks; “Who were your friends when you were growing up?” That simple query unleashed new and entertaining stories from my dad that most of us had never before heard. Names, places, adventures and wonderful memories emerged. The information I recorded from question No. 22 is as important in my mind as the other

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49 questions pertaining to relatives, locations and employment. How special are our friends. Later in the week, I had the opportunity to spend the day with two of my lifelong cohorts and realized that they indeed, had become family to me. The stories that make up our friend history are as important to my world as those from my family life. Often they are also the most entertaining and surprising, Today, as I was preparing to sit down and write, my mother offered me a photo of an old family acquaintance. She was cleaning out a closet and decided to discard it because of its size. Having spent the week pondering the role of friends as family, I scooped up the picture and found a space in my suitcase for this dear man from the past. We would do the same for family, would we not? Darla Kinney Scoles is a freelance journalist living in Noblesville. Her most recent work involves the creation of “Stories,” an individualized writing service helping people get their personal histories down on paper. Contact her at darlakinneyscoles@gmail.com

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COMMENTARY By Vicky Earley In this corner we have Ready-Made Drapery … the long time favorite of apartment dwellers and those just starting out. In THIS corner we have Custom Window Coverings … the darling of established homes and those who desire a quality look in their home. Actually, the debate between ready-made and custom drapery does not have to end up in a TKO, but it is an aggressive exchange of fact and opinion! Cost is typically the issue that sends a homeowner running for drapery sold at the mall. While the pre-fabs can, at first glance, be lighter on the pocketbook, that is not always the case when all factors are considered. While custom will not be for everyone, an awareness of the whole picture will help determine which avenue is best. The quality and variety of fabrics available for custom coverings makes that option a champion. The textiles, trims, combinations and styling available for custom draperies are limited only by imagination. Accessing the abundance of fabric allows a homeowner to coordinate with the room, thus creating an overall look that is pulled together. If these are important factors, ready-made cannot even make it through the first round. Custom window treatments can take an immediate upper-cut from ready-made when it comes to timing. Custom can require as much as 4-8 weeks for fabrication, while immediate gratification makes ready-made a star. Ready-made window treatments are the underdog when it

comes to lining. Custom drapery is always lined (unless a specific design specifies no lining) with a UV protective lining. Quality lining gives drapery treatments greater body and extends the life of the investment in drapery fabric. Interlining is used with silks and delicate fabrics to provide a rich, full appearance. This interlining also provides insulation and has a beneficial impact on heating and cooling bills. Ready-made typically comes in single-width panels. If you wish to cover a larger window, you will need multiple panels, and they will not be attached to each other. At the end of the day, you may spend just as much on a collection of single panels as you would on a custom window treatment made specifically for your window’s width, length, projection and obstructions. If the fabrics have a pattern, the pattern will most likely not appear in the same location on each panel with ready-made draperies. Custom is just that … custom, so no matter what width you need, your panels will be sewn together and patterns will not be interrupted or broken. The winner and loser in the match between custom and readymade really has to be determined by the big picture, rather than the impression of cost savings. Vicky Earley is the principal designer for Artichoke Designs in downtown Carmel. If you have an interior design question, please contact artichokedesigns@aol. com.

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Commentary By Janna Lynas Have you ever read something that sparked a change in your life? A friend attached a quote at the bottom of her email that did just that. It was about letting go of our fairly well-thought out lives and instead finding life – the one that is waiting for us. Reading it sent chills up my spine and wondering what did that have to do with me? Wasn’t I already living like this? Why did I feel so convicted? Words like this may already have you on the defensive as well. You may be thinking about all the goals and dreams you have yet to attain and wonder how you could ever give that up and whether or not you want to. It’s interesting how a few well-positioned words can rock all those things upside-down. I’ve found it’s not so easy to let go. Our world promotes self. We learn from an early age we need to make plans, set goals and do everything we can to achieve them.

Goals and plans are good things and they definitely have a place, but when you ask the Father, you often find him directing you down a different road. Jesus said, “If you try to keep your life for yourself, you will lose it. But if you give up your life for me, you will find true life.” (Matthew 16:25). This world is temporary and it will one day be gone. Jesus was describing a sacrificial life. The only way to find the life that is waiting for us. What would happen if you “let go” and started living sacrificially? If you believe Him, Jesus says we will find true life – the life that is waiting for us. The question is, are you willing to let go of yourself, and your plans, and find it? Janna Lynas is a stay-at-home mom living in Noblesville with her minister husband Derek and three children. You may contact her at faith@ currentnoblesville.com.

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DISPATCHES » Spring blooms – As your yard starts to come alive with spring blossoms, it’s a good idea to keep your pet’s health and safety in mind. The following plants can be harmful to cats and dogs if ingested: rhododendron, foxglove, azalea, oleander, lily-of-the-valley, sago palm, yew plant, mountain laurel, mushrooms, rhubarb leaves, various lily species, castor beans. - www.petfinder.com » Eliminate table begging – Try giving your dog a time-out. Before you sit down to eat, attach a lightweight leash to her collar. Let the leash drag on the floor. The instant your dog barks or starts to whine, quickly take hold of her leash and lead her to a time-out area. When you get to the time-out area, tether your dog to a heavy piece of furniture or use a baby gate to confine her. Then go back to the table. After a minute or two, you can release your dog from the time-out area. Repeat this procedure every time your dog starts to whine or bark for food. If you’re consistent, she’ll learn that begging results in banishment—far away from the thing she wants most. -www.aspca.com » Kitty cool down – The best way to deal with a cat who has gone "over the edge" is to leave it alone. Do not try to restrain or punish it through physical means. Simply leave the room or let the cat leave the area and find a quiet place to calm down. If that doesn't work and you find yourself facing a vicious cat, call for help. -www.peteducation.com

How do you know which online information truly is credible? COMMENTARY By John Mikesell When you or a loved one develops a medical issue, chances are you’ll be inclined to do some Internet research. While I say, “More power to you!” some medical professionals might roll their eyes at the thought of “wasting” valuable time discussing potentially whack-a-doodle notions gleaned from cyberspace. Whether veterinarians like it or not, the Internet is here to stay. What you can is make your online research more productive. • Ask your vet for her (his) Web site recommendations. • Take a grain of salt with the information you read on business-sponsored sites; these have a vested interest in “selling” you on their solutions. • Give your veterinarian some advance warning that you’d like to discuss some information you’ve learned online. She may want to schedule a longer visit. • Choose your words carefully when initiating conversation with your veterinarian about your Internet research. Communicate in a respectful fashion that invites conversation, as opposed to “telling” your vet what you want to do. Be sure to check out disease-specific online forums. Check out those sponsored by Yahoo (groups.yahoo.com). They not only provide a wealth of educational information, but also

provide you with a large community of people who are dealing with the same challenges as you. These members can be a wonderful source of emotional support – always a good thing for those of us who share our homes and hearts with an animal. Look for presentation of cited references (clinical research that supports what is being recommended). Such groups should have a homepage that explains the focus of the group and provides the number of members and posts per month (the more the better). They may have public archives of previous posts that can provide a wealth of information. Most important is to make sure your vet is open to this kind of communication. When you initiate conversation about Internet research, be respectful. Invite conversations, as opposed to “telling” your vet what you want to do. One other note: We would like to present Izzy’s Karma. She is a 7-year-old blue merle sheltie who loves kids and adults. She is a little overweight, so we have her on a diet. She is a very quiet dog at the moment, but I am sure she will soon work out of that. This will forever be Izzy’s store. We would not change that for anything. She will never be replaced, but every dog has its0 own personality, and Karma’s will soon appear. John Mikesell, owner of Izzy’s Place, A dog Bakery in Carmel, can be reached at john.mikesell@att.net.

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What’s so great about the ‘happiest place on Earth?’ COMMENTARY By Mike Redmond I am about to head out of town on vacation, unless something or someone stops me. Please, something or someone, stop me. Oh, it isn’t that I don’t need or want a vacation. In fact, I’m overdue. The last time I took any significant time off was back in the ‘90s. No, not the 1890s. Har-de-har-har. I’m pretty sure it was August 1997, but I could be off by a couple of months. Or years. Or decades. Am I a workaholic? Far from it. I’ve always been one of those people for whom vacation was never all that important, I guess. Beaches all look pretty much the same to me, and as for travel being broadening, one look at my hind end indicates I’ve gotten pretty broad already while staying fairly close to my own area code. But these days, I realize the importance of (a.) getting away, (b.) taking a break, (c.) hitting the road, (d.) seeing the sights, and (f.) other tourist-type junk. And so, when the opportunity arose for me to do (g.) all of the above, I took it. This is why I need an intervention. You see, the opportunity was for a trip to Dizzily World. Now, before you sit down to write a scathing letter about how everyone loves Dizzily World because it’s the Happiest Place in the Solar System, let me concede that I know I am outside the norm here. If you like the place, great. Have fun. I’m happy for you. I’m just the kind of person who gets a little creeped out by places where everything is fiveeighths life size and unnaturally clean, where trees and mountains are made of rebar and concrete, and where all the employees look like Osmonds. I think this attitude is a leftover from kidhood. We were dedicated Walt Watchers at our house. One of my earlier TV memories is watching “Disneyland” on ABC-TV. When the

show moved to NBC and transmogrified into “The Wonderful World of Color,” we went right along. Every Sunday night found the Redmond family camped in front of the family Zenith, watching the Walt’s wonderful, colorful world in glorious black-and-white. Back in those days, Walt would use about every fourth program as a 60-minute commercial (with commercials) for Disneyland out in California. You’d have Annette Funicello “discovering” new attractions, or get a peek at what goes on after the sun goes down, or get a behind-the-scenes peek at how they make those fake birds in the Tiki Room so annoying. The result was just what Walt was hoping for: We kids would immediately begin clamoring to go. And we would point out, for the umpteenth time, that Mom’s brother, Uncle Van, lived about 15 minutes from the park and all our cousins had already been there. And then vacation time would roll around. We’d pack our suitcases, load them into the Pontiac, and make tracks for … Grandma’s house, just like we did every year. No Annette. No behind the scenes. Real birds. Phooey. So you can see how a fellow might get an attitude about the Number One Vacation Destination in the Universe. Kidhood disappointments die hard. So why, then, did I make this bad decision from which, it appears, I will not be rescued? Simple. It was free. Wish me luck. I’ll send a postcard.

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and Maude (Shanks) Rademacher. Mary was a member of Eastern Star in Miami County, Ohio, and Sigma Phi Gamma Sorority. She had lived at Riverwalk Commons since 2005. She is survived by two daughters, Cheri Holt of Los Altos, California, and Karen Francis of Noblesville; two grandchildren, Jennie Claxton of Shelbyville, and John O’Donnell of Fullerton, California; plus one great-grandchild, Emma Claxton of Shelbyville.In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, John Denlinger; a daughter, Debra Protzo; four sisters and two brothers. Memorial contributions may be made to Hamilton County Humane Society, 1721 Pleasant Street, Suite B, Noblesville, In. 46060.

Terri Lynn Mullins, 48, Noblesville, passed away March 19 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. She was born February 28, 1962 in Welch, W. Va., to Lacy and Bessie (Pritt) Mullins. Terri graduated from Noblesville High School. She is survived by her mother, Bessie Mullins of Noblesville; two brothers, Paul Mullins and Charlie Mullins; a sister, Becky Rushing; and nieces and nephews, Amy, Melissa, Joshua, Rick, Lacee, Kelsey, Christopher, Austin, Jacob and Jordan. She also had a special place in her heart for her eight great-nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her Florence I. (Blazier) Foland, 88, Noblesville, father. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made c/o Randall & Roberts Funeral Home. passed away March 22, 2010 at Riverview Hospital in Noblesville. She was born April 26, 1921 in Hamilton County, to Wayman Joseph and Beulah Ivan O. Roudebush, 65, of Cutler, died at his Mae (Phelps) Blazier. Florence graduated from home March 21, 2010. Born September 8, 1944 Westfield High School in 1939 and was a member in Noblesville, he was the son of Russell & Francis of Emmanuel United Methodist Church, in (Clark) Roudebush. He graduated from Noblesville Noblesville. She is survived by sons, Arvin (Lillian) High School in 1962. In addition to his wife, Beth, Foland and Cosden (Doreen) Foland, both of he is survived by two sons, Rusty (Christine) Noblesville; daughters, Carolyn (Don) Mendell Roudebush of Kentucky and David Roudebush of of Noblesville and Marilyn (Mark) Kendall of Noblesville; two stepsons, Ray Stout of Frankfort Crothersville, IN; brother, John R. Blazier; 11 and Barry (Cherie) Stout of Virginia; six grandgrandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. In adchildren; and four great-grandchildren. He is also dition to her parents, she was preceded in death survived by one sister, Ellen (Don) Wethington of by her husband, Robert Foland (1997), 5 brothers, Noblesville; one niece; two nephews; and six greatand one sister. Memorial contributions may be nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers make donamade to Emmanuel U.M.C., 16000 Cumberland tions to cancer research. Road, Noblesville, Indiana 46060; Hamilton Co. N. Gideons International, PO Box 1991, Noblesville, IN Mary E. Denlinger, 89, Noblesville, passed away 46061; and Common Ground Christian Ministries March 21 at Maple Park Village in Westfield. She 7545 Rockville Rd. Ste. 200 Indianapolis IN 46214. was born Dec. 5, 1920 in Tipp City, Ohio to William

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