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Clockwise from top: The Gutreuter family, including Nick, Dakota, Brian, Noah, Katie and Wen. They release balloons every Oct. 15 to remember Emily Grace, who died in 2005. The family also started doing random acts of kindness in 2012. (Photo by Robert Herrington) Founded Sept. 15, 2009, at Noblesville, IN Vol. V1, No. 6 Copyright 2014. Current Publishing, LLC All Rights Reserved. 30 South Range Line Road Carmel, IN 46032 317.489.4444 info@youarecurrent.com The views of the columnists in Current in Noblesville are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of this newspaper.

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educated me on school and government working relationships. I’m invested in the success of Noblesville Schools. Next year, my freshman, seventh-, fourth- and first-graders will provide opportunities for involvement at all education levels. As an architect, I also bring unique skills to the board for addressing infrastructure challenges. 3. What are your goals if elected? Develop strong working relationships with the superintendent, Common Council, Chamber of Commerce and Mayor’s Office. Communicate with these leaders to create shared opportunities for success (example: joint meetings with the School Board) and direct resources to best serve the interests of our children and educators. Build on new opportunities for interaction with residents (example: Superintendent “Table Talk”) to foster a sense of community ownership in the decision-making process. 4. Are you for or against changing school start times? Research from the American Academy of Pediatrics indicates later start times for older students will improve their performance. I’ve observed this firsthand with our

teenager. However, as a father of elementary school students, I’m concerned how this change affects younger students with our current tiered bus system. A few of us on the Calendar Committee last year suggested tabling this decision until a new superintendent tasked with implementing the change could invest more time understanding its effects and the community’s concerns. Steps are being taken in this direction, but I believe more time is needed before implementing this decision. 5. What do you feel is the biggest issue facing the district and how would you address it? Accommodating the steady student growth in Noblesville. Growth and change in our community and expanding school corporation require creative solutions from its school board for policy, funding, infrastructure, operations and staffing. School board members are in a position to build relationships with community members and local businesses to foster innovative ideas for new funding sources, infrastructure design, efficient operations and sound educational policies that attract quality educators and business development.

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Church for several years now. 2. Why should you be elected to the school board? I believe my background having worked in a Fortune 500 company, nonprofits and now being a business owner have prepared me for this vital role on the board. I am fiscally conservative and will be a good steward of the taxpayer’s money. At the end of the day, it is ALL about the students. 3. What are your goals if elected? First, I will ensure that all the children in Noblesville Schools are served and cared for in an excellent and supportive environment. Second, I will ensure that our teachers and support staff are cared for and provided excellent tools and resources to teach and lead the district’s children. Lastly, I will ensure that the board delivers fairness, balance, transparency and accountability back to the community. 4. Are you for or against changing school start times? Studies have proved the value of

starting older students later in the morning. My concern is that the board has not fully listened to the concerns of the community on this matter. The perception in the community is this matter, and other matters in the past, are that they are a “done deal” and nothing can change that. That protocol and perception needs to change. I will ensure that this changes. Transparency and communication is lacking in the district and I will help change that. 5. What do you feel is the biggest issue facing the district and how would you address it? There are many including increasing enrollment, reductions in state support and a large amount of debt in the district. However, I believe the greatest issue the district faces is poor communication and lack of transparency back to the community. With your vote, I will ensure this changes. It’s time for a change Noblesville. It would be an honor to serve you in this vital role.

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meyer and our path to excellence. 2. Why should you be elected to the school board? As a lifelong Noblesville resident and NHS graduate, I appreciate our history and, over the last eight years, I have developed a deep understanding of the issues that face the board as we prepare our children for college and career. I deeply appreciate the opportunity to serve our community and our children. 3. What are your goals if elected? My goals are to continue our efforts toward increased achievement for all students, while managing our growth in enrollment and balancing our fiscal priorities. 4. Are you for or against changing school start times? I support the decision to realign start times. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends middle and high schools delay the

start of class to 8:30 a.m. or later because of the adolescent shift in circadian rhythms. I appreciate that this is a challenge for families and we are working to find the best possible choice, but it is what is best for kids. 5. What do you feel is the biggest issue facing the district and how would you address it? Our greatest challenge is to ensure that we maintain and enhance academic achievement for all children in an ever-growing corporation with limited resources. As a board member, I’ve spent a great deal of time working to ensure adequate facilities and resources both through the referendum process and through careful evaluation of our financial resources. I will continue to press for new ways to fund education as well as new ways to utilize the resources already available to us.

Age: 41 Profession: Architect Family: Wife, Kristina, and four children ages 13, 11, 8 and 5 Education: Master of architecture, bachelor’s of science in Johnson architectural studies, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1. Why are you running for school board? As a father of four children in Noblesville Schools, I’m an active volunteer in many classrooms, curriculum and advisory committees, referendum campaigns and school a ctivities. I was challenged by a number of community leaders, teachers and parentsto put my passion for education and understanding of local civic leadership to good use on the school board. It would be an honor to servein this new capacity. 2. Why should you be elected to the school board? I’m familiar with board responsibilities and school leadership personnel through regularly attending board meetings. Hamilton County Leadership Academy, Community Advisory Council and Calendar/CurriculumCommittees have

Age: 51 Profession: Small business owner Family: Wife of 28 years, Tammy; daughter, Courtney, 27; and son, Erik, 25; and two grandchildren. Kalstad Each of his children are Noblesville High School graduates. 1. Why are you running for school board? The community and our children need someone on the board who will serve them and listen to them. I will be available to the community. I will listen. I will serve them all. I will remember why I am there. I am a 14-year member at White River Christian Church, serving in the High School Ministry as a leader and mentor at this time. I also support and serve Noblesville Young Life and Wyldlife. I have assisted with the NHS principal selection committee and have served at the NHS Baccalaureate at White River Christian

Age: 45 Profession: Attorney (legal counsel for Sigma Kappa Sorority) Family: Husband, Jeff, and sons, J.D. (Noblesville High School sophomore) and Josh (Noblesville West Koziciki Middle School eighth-grader) Education: Noblesville High School, 1987; Indiana University, B.A. Economics Honors, 1991; Loyola University Chicago School of Law, J.D., 1994. 1. Why are you running for school board? I am incredibly proud of the strides Noblesville Schools has made to increase the level of achievement for all students and I am excited about (Supt.) Dr. (Beth) Niedermeyer and the fresh energy she brings to Noblesville. I am running to provide continued support to Dr. Nieder-

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minutes with Nazarine Terstegge By Melissa Hicks Nazarine Terstegge is a partner of Sweet Home Cupcakes at 932 Logan St., Noblesville. She has been a Noblesville resident for six years. What is your favorite restaurant and why? Probably The Journey. They have really good sushi there and my kids love the variety of stuff. So there is something for everyone there. Have you had a boss or colleague whom you admired? If so, why? I’ve had a lot of people that have inspired me, so it’s kind of hard for me to just pick one person. … I did have a boss when I lived down in Florida who had more faith in me than I had in myself at the time, and he forced me out of my comfort zone. It rattled me for a while but worked out to be something really good. What would be the first thing you’d want to tell someone new to the community?

There is a lot that Noblesville has to offer. … We enjoy the events downtown and we enjoy Forest Park. And not to give up if you don’t find your group right away. If you had to describe yourself as an ice cream flavor, would you be vanilla, chocolate or strawberry? Why? I think I would be strawberry because I think so many people like chocolate and vanilla, but people either love strawberry or hate it. I think that’s kind of the way I strike people. Which local event most captures your attention? I’ve never gone to it, but I’m dying to go to the Greek Festival. Five Minutes With is a recurring feature of Current in Noblesville. If you or someone you know would like to be featured, please e-mail melissa@youarecurrent.com.

Noblesville mayor Ditslear recovering after elective surgery - Noblesville Mayor John Ditslear is recovering well after an elective surgery to reduce the ongoing effects of diverticulitis on Oct. 20. Deputy Mayor Michael Hendricks is acting as chief executive during the mayor’s surgery and recovery. City spokeswoman Cara Culp said Ditslear notified and met with his staff last week to provide decisions and guidance for various issues in preparation for the short amount of time he is expected to be away from the office. Ditslear will resume his duties as chief executive and return to a full schedule soon. According to the U.S. National Library of Medicine, diverticulitis is small, bulging sacs or pouches of the inner lining of the intestine that become inflamed or infected. Most often, these pouches are in the large intestine (colon).

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Meet your teacher, Adam Trebel Grade/school: Sixth- through eighth-grade Project Lead the Way at Noblesville East Middle School Why did you become a teacher? I majored in product design at Northern Michigan University. After graduating from college and working as an engineer, I took a trip to Alabama to work with underprivileged students who needed tutoring. I was surprised at the low level of academic skills these students possessed. Upon returning home, I started working with some of my nieces and nephews who were the same age as the Alabama students. What I discovered was that although my relatives were in a higher socioeconomic level, they struggled with the same academic skills. My nieces and nephews were still not getting the concepts like the Alabama students. That is when I decided to do something about this issue. I applied to be a Woodrow Wilson Fellow and was selected as a recipient. In order to pursue technology education for the Woodrow Wilson Program, I had to move to Indiana. What are the goals for your students? To

teach them how to think/ problem solve and create relationships. Technology education naturally leads to higher-level thinking and problem solving. Instead of the traditional approach to teaching, you can give the students a problem, ask them to apply skills they’ve been learning in class and find a solution. What advice would you give to parents? Ask questions – about their day, what they are doing in school. When you ask these questions, make them give you specifics and look for ways to connect with them about other real-world examples from your own life or the world around us. What makes Noblesville Schools special? The collaboration that happens with teachers, parents and administration. The team model at the middle school level is such a positive. What is something others might not know about you? I used to install audio systems in homes and cars. I love music and have a fabulous system in my home to enjoy tunes.

Small business workshop – The Noblesville Economic Development Dept. is hosting an Indiana Small Business Development Corporation workshop from 4 to 6 p.m. Nov. 6 at Noblesville City Hall, 16 S. 10th St. The ISBDC workshop is titled “Launch Your Own Business” and is geared toward those who are interested in starting a small business. The workshop will cover such topics as creating a sound business plan, managing expectations, and increasing chances of accessing capital. Cost is $30 per person. For more information or to register, visit www.isbdc.org/start-a-business-workshop.

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Cuffs, cooking and kids at fundraiser news@currentnoblesville.com As a result of the success in raising funds for the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office “Shop for Kids” program earphilanthropy lier this month, Logan’s Roadhouse in Noblesville is partnering again with the agency to benefit the youth of Hamilton County. From 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Nov. 5, Logan’s will donate 15 percent of the participants’ check amounts before tax back to Shop for Kids. If 50 or more participating guests visit the restaurant, 20 percent will be donated. Coupons need to be presented to participate and may be found online at www.currentnoblesville.com. Deputy Bryant Orem said the previous partnership brought in nearly $700 for Shop for Kids,

enabling seven more Hamilton County children to have a brighter Christmas. Shop for Kids is sponsored by the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office. Each Christmas, HCSO employees pair up with less fortunate children in the county and take them for a holiday shopping trip. Orem said children are given $100 to spend on toys, clothes and presents for their families as they shop with a law enforcement official. “In 2013, more than 30 children in Hamilton County benefited from the Shop for Kids program, spending over $3,000,” stated Orem. “Shop for Kids hopes to be able to continue to expand the number of children served so that every child can have a happier holiday season.” Donations, which are tax deductible, may be sent to Shop for Kids, c/o Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office, 18100 Cumberland Rd., Noblesville, 46060.

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Celebrity waiters raise $5k news@currentnoblesville.com Law enforcement officers and Special Olympics Indiana teamed up with 10 Red Robin restaurants to benefit philanthropy more than 11,000 Hoosier athletes with intellectual disabilities. Tip-A-Cop took place Oct. 18. For eight hours on that day, law enforcement officers, joined by Special Olympics athletes, traded badges for aprons as they collected tip donations for Special Olympics Indiana. “The continued and growing support of the Indiana State Police has been remarkable,” Special Olympics Indiana CEO Mike Furnish stated.

“Through their work with this event, Red Robin has also become a fantastic partner.” Indiana State troopers along with local city and county officers participated in the Tip-A–Cop campaign at 9965 N. Michigan Rd., Carmel; 14599 Clay Terrace Blvd., Carmel; and 13215 Harrell Pkwy., Noblesville. Law enforcement officers and Special Olympics athletes working these three locations collected $5,374. All donated money will be utilized for Special Olympics activities and athletes in Indiana. Throughout its history, the Tip-A-Cop fundraising event, with various restaurant partners, has generated more than $2.5 million for Special Olympics.

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Social psychologists cite the Terror Management Theory, that human behavior is ultimately motivated by fear of death. Thoughts of death create anxiety. The awareness of our own eventual death, called “mortality salience,” affects our decision-making in the face of this terror. Many people simply decide to avoid the topic to reduce their anxiety. Create a Great Funeral Day prompts us to be mindful of mortality. Calm self-awareness enables us to plan reflectively in advance and engage in conversation. Let’s not leave our families to react with stress and disorganization because we were too anxious to discuss death and funeral planning. A fear of funeral planning equates to fear of death. Those who hold fear in one area of their lives often have fear in other areas. Move away from the fear of funerals to embrace love and life, and discuss this inevitable party no one wants to plan. Your courage will help your family reduce stress at a time of grief, minimize conflicts, save money, and create a meaningful, memorable “good goodbye.” On Oct. 30 don’t fear the Reaper. Eric MD Bell, CFSP, is the manager and licensed funeral director at Leppert Mortuary – Carmel, 900 N. Range Line Rd. He may be reached at 846-2091.

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The new dispatch service start date has been postponed. Administrative assistant Dan Stevens said the “go live” date has been pushed back because training equipment is not in place. Stevens said the plan was to begin in mid-November. “We’re not anticipated to be up and operational,” he told the commissioners. “The technical committee has pushed it back to mid-January with concerns for the holidays.” In addition to the training equipment, officials said recent weather has canceled scheduled modifications to two towers. “The first week of training was pushed back. We want a fully functioning system versus a partial one,” Hamilton County Emergency Management Director Mike Snowden said, adding there was no conSnowden tractual issue to push back the date. “If we’re pushed back three to four weeks, we’re into the Christmas season.” The new dispatch system will replace the current two systems that are used in the county. “We’d much rather wait and get it right,” Stevens said. “The other systems are still operational.”

Commissioner Mark Heirbrandt recommended the county should hire a construction management firm as plans progress on the building’s addition. “It’d be good to have them on as soon as possible,” he said. One benefit of an early deciHeirbrandt sion is having the firm working together to develop the projects with the designers and commissioners. “In the past we’ve always had a construction management guide us,” Dillinger said. Request for quotes will go out this month and as a result of the holidays, the commissioners plan on targeting their January meeting to select a firm.

First responders’ computers Snowden requested and received money from the radio project contingency fund to purchase 40 laptop computers. The computers will be used at fire and police stations to allow radios to be programmed. He said the alternative was to have first responders drive to the county office to have them done. The cost for the computers is $26,520.

tower and fiber access Noblesville-based Ori.Net is proposing a contract with the county for access to the tower at 18102 Cumberland Rd., Noblesville. As part of the agreement, Ori.Net would provide services to the county in lieu of payment. Since the tower is part of the Hamilton County Jail and Corrections grounds, commissioners expressed concern with security. A decision on the contract was tabled.

training center The project originally had a $13 million price range, but officials said by only building a shooting range or evasion driving course the cost would decrease to $3-$4 million. “We all concur it is a good project on this level,” Commissioner Christine Altman said. The commissioners plan to hold a meeting with city and Altman municipal leaders, fire and police chiefs and the Hamilton County Council the week of Nov. 17 to discuss the plan further. “We can all sit at a table and see if we can get it settled,” Altman said.

Ind. 37 upgrades The commissioners are meeting with business owners along Ind. 37 at 7 p.m. Nov. 17 at the 4-H Fairgrounds in Noblesville and 6 p.m. Nov. 18 at the Delaware Township Building. “The meetings are an effort to reach out to the business community and let them know what is going on,” Altman said. “We want to get their input. We’d rather know their concerns now.” Compiled by Robert Herrington

Start Married Life on the Right Foot with an Insurance Review By: Greg Nowak Allstate Insurance Agent The honeymoon is over, the thank-you notes are in the mail, and you can finally breathe a sigh of relief. But should you? Money matters can be a source of potential conflict once the honeymoon is over. Beyond the day-to-day spending decisions, bigger financial and insurance decisions can trip up newlyweds, as well. That’s why everyone, especially newlyweds, should speak to their insurance agent about having a “checkup” to make sure they have the right coverage at every stage of their life. As newly married couples focus on obvious money decisions, such as developing a joint budget and savings plan, insurance may be put on the back burner. Here are five tips for newlyweds to help keep all financial priorities in mind: • Assess insurance needs. Allstate’s free insurance checkup can help ensure newlyweds have the right amount of homeowners’ or renters’ coverage for their combined possessions. They should also remember to insure the beautiful and costly-to-replace engagement ring and wedding ring with an insurance rider to their homeowners’ policy. In addition, they may want life insurance to help repay the mortgage and take care of their children should one pass away.

• Consolidate financial relationships. They each may have an accountant, insurance agent and financial planner. Now that they’re a family, they should choose a single relationship in each area – whether that is a current advisor or someone new to both of them. • Update records. Update the beneficiary of each existing life insurance policy. • Combine “just in case” files so that they can quickly find important financial documents. The files should include insurance policies, wills and other legal documents (such as trusts, durable powers of attorney, living wills and healthcare proxies). Store originals in a safety deposit box and make sure each signs the form to have access to the box. • Consider combining health insurance. If each one has health insurance through work, compare the coverage to see if it makes sense for both to be covered under one of the plans. It’s likely to be less costly to insure an employee and spouse under a single plan. Many plans allow you to add a spouse within 30 days of marriage without providing proof of insurability. To take a "Lifetrek" self-assessment that will share life insurance solutions based on personal situations and preferences, visit www.myallstatefinancial.net. For more information on insurance for any stage of life, visit www.allstate.com/financial /life-planner.

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A model club Noblesville Fire Chief Ken Gilliam, center, accepts a check from Northeast Side Taildraggers Treasurer Jay Taylor, left, and President Jim Daniel. The radio-controlled model aircraft club has developed a flying site behind Noblesville Fire Station 77, 15251 Olio Rd. The club recently hosted its second Nest Best Fun Fly competition and cookout. A portion of the proceeds was donated to the NFD for its partnership with the organization. “They are very good stewards of our property,” Gilliam said. (Photo by Robert Herrington)

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Clara A. Hunter, 76, of Noblesville, died Oct. 19, 2014, at Riverwalk Village. Born Feb. 21, 1938, in Kokomo, Ind., she was the daughter of Ralph and Doris (Lessig) Hunter. She worked as the head of housekeeping for various nursing homes and had also worked for Firestone Industrial Products. When she was healthy, she was a song leader and helped clean Strawtown Community Church, where she was a member. She was very crafty, enjoyed making jewelry, was a seamstress and did many other types of crafts. She loved going to garage sales and taking care of others. Survivors include her children, Ruth (Lee) Harber, Samuel W. (Leslie) Bellamy and Lori D. Johnson; grandchildren, Cayla and Samuel Bellamy, Brant Thompson, Brittany (Matt) Fullen, Joshua Harber, Anna (Troy) Bledsoe and Michael Harber; great-grandchildren, Lane Bledsoe and Victoria Fullen. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her son, Mark A. Bellamy; and great-granddaughter, Lilian Bledsoe. Funeral services were held Oct. 24 at Randall & Roberts Funeral Home, 1150 Logan St., Noblesville, with the Rev. Rick Huffman officiating. Burial followed at Crownland Cemetery in Noblesville. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Kidney Fund, 11921 Rockville Pike, Suite 300, Rockville, Md. 20852. Betty Lou Johnson, 80, of Noblesville, died Oct. 15, 2014, at her son’s home in Hillsboro, Ind. Born Jan. 22, 1934, in Shenandoah, Va., she was the daughter of James and Virgle (Foltz) Brown. She was the owner of BJ’s Restaurant for many years. She enjoyed cooking, loved doing for others and spending time with her family. Survivors include her son, Donald Barry (Jenifer) Johnson; granddaughter, Emily Lou Johnson; companion, Orville Quakenbush; sisters, Dorothy and Mary Lee; and brother, Jimmy. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Roy and Robert. There will be no services. If you would like to contact her family, you may e-mail Jenifer Johnson at jen_johnson97@hughes.net. Online condolences may be made at www.randallroberts.com.

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By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com Brittany LaVon Mayfield, a senior at Noblesville High School, has earned her Girl Scout Gold Award, the equivalent to achievement the male rank of Eagle Scout. Mayfield is the daughter of Paula and the late Terry Mayfield. Her project, YOUnique, was given to third-, fourth- and fifth-grade students at Noble Crossing Elementary School with the hopes of extending this to other schools in Noblesville. “I created a presentation in which I address the dangers and how to prevent bullying, drugs, and substance abuse while also expressing the importance of being yourself in order to lead happy and healthy lifestyles,” she said. In addition to her presentation, Mayfield left bookmarks with students containing 24-hour hotlines and websites they could visit for help and support. “I wanted to speak from the heart and answer as many questions as possible, and especially stress the point that the children can always, no matter what age, go back to their counselor for help,” she said. Mayfield said her inspiration for the project came from her elementary school counselor, Terri Park, who also is the counselor at Noble Crossing. Mayfield went to Park to see what kinds of issues existed inside the elementary school setting that she could focus her project

For her Girl Scout Gold Award project, Noblesville High School’s Brittany Mayfield spoke to third-, fourth- and fifth-grade students at Noble Crossing Elementary School about bullying, drugs and substance abuse. (Submitted photo)

on and help with. “After some discussions, stories and tears, we both decided that I needed to talk to these kids about these issues and encourage them to always know they could talk with her,” she said. “There are way too many stories, local and far, about students who have been bullied past the breaking point, or underage drug and alcohol use that broke our hearts and could have been prevented if only the students knew they had someone they could depend on, go to and talk about what was going on.” In addition to being a Girl Scout member for 12 years, Mayfield is involved in 4-H, Students

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about you? When I was elected Caucus Chair in 2000, I was the first female elected in the history of the State of Indiana to a leadership role in the House of Representatives. I have and continue to serve on many committees that work directly with projects in our community. I am a member of Noblesville Chamber, Main Street, Kiwanis and the Hamilton County Extension Board. 4. What do you feel is the biggest issue facing District 29 and how would you address it? Addressing the school funding formula where there is such a disparity in funding per pupil. As legislators, we will need to find that balance between growing schools and schools that are declining. We must find ways to reward schools that are successful and still help those that are failing. We have great schools, teachers and parents in the district and we need to make sure the funding is fair for all our students. 5. What do you feel is the biggest issue facing the state and how would you address it? Continuing to provide the best business climate possible for new jobs and retaining jobs. It is those jobs and Hoosiers working that make our state successful. It is this revenue that is used to provide for our education system, which makes up more than 60 percent of our state budget. And it is our education system which produces the workers and entrepreneurs that keeps business thriving.

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time as an educator, I have served as an educational team leader, an innovator and as a contract negotiator. I was the varsity volleyball coach at NHS for 18 years, winning sectional titles in 1986, 1988 and 1989. I founded elementary and middle school club volleyball programs, giving athletic opportunities to our youth. 4. What do you feel is the biggest issue facing District 29 and how would you address it? Our community continues to grow, and this will pose some challenges. I think that the biggest issue that faces our district is how to keep taxes under control but still provide the services that people expect, and the quality educational system that we should demand. With that in mind, I hope to bring a fresh perspective on our tax system, and how we fund programs, especially schools. 5. What do you feel is the biggest issue facing the state and how would you address it? I honestly believe that one of the biggest issues that faces our state is how to work together to solve the problems that impact Indiana without all the political bickering that goes on. If we can get past the partisan politics that currently exists, we can move forward and work on real solutions. I intend to approach representing the people of the 29th District by working toward a bi partisan approach to issues. We can then make some real economic and cultural progress. Compiled by Robert Herrington

Age: 58 Profession: Hamilton County Clerk’s Office, 1976-present (38 years); and State Representative District 29, 1992- present. Richardson Family: Husband, Perry Williams; daughters, Melissa (Jason) Joslin and Mary Ann (Sam) Haymaker; and grandsons, Matthew, Max, Sam, Brad, Taylor and Levi. Education: Graduated from Noblesville High School in 1974, attended Purdue University. 1. Why are you running for office? To continue to serve the community I love. I have worked hard to become the third ranking member of our House leadership team, which gives me an opportunity to work on the issues of most importance to our district and state such as jobs creation and retention, education and public safety. 2. Why should you be elected? My many years of experience in working with and listening to the concerns of our district. My leadership skills and ability to problem solve has allowed me to work with a wide variety of groups and issues during my time at the statehouse. I have good working relationships with members of both parties in the House and Senate and have proven that I can work with people and build consensus. 3. What is something voters should know

Age: 59 Profession: Retired U.S. history teacher, social studies consultant for Glencoe/ McGraw-Hill Education Family: Wife, Debbie, and Marcum daughters, Leigh and Lynn. Education: Bachelor’s degree, Ball State University, 1977; and master’s degree, Ball State, 1982. 1. Why are you running for office? I am running because I believe that we need more of a moderate, balanced attitude toward governing our state. I don’t believe that the super-majority situation that currently exists in state government is healthy. The attempted privatization of our public school system is especially troubling. I believe the people of the district are ready for a change, and I would like to be their voice. 2. Why should you be elected? I have a sincere desire to better the district and state, not to further party politics. I am not a career politician, nor do I intend to be one. One might argue that because I lack political experience, I shouldn’t be elected. I say that is precisely why I should be elected. We need representatives who listen and respond to their constituents, not career politicians advancing party agendas. 3. What is something voters should know about you? I consider 37 successful years of connecting with thousands of students my most important achievement. During my

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The Noblesville Chamber of Commerce has created a week-long series to educate and celebrate women in busichamber ness. Women in Noblesville Week is a series of networking events, professional and personal development workshops and small roundtable discussions meant to inspire women. “We want to bring women together in Noblesville and the surrounding areas,” said Vali Wolfe, a member of the WIN planning team. “ Wolfe said the series is geared for all women, regardless of where they are in life. “There’s everything for the first-timer, someone out after starting or having a family or someone having a midlife crisis change of careers,” she said. Wolfe said some events are free and those with food have a nominal fee. Topics range from finance and starting a business to utilizing social media. “With LinkedIn, some are familiar with it. Our workshop will inform how to use it correctly for the business world and look best for employers,” Wolfe said. Bob DuBois, executive director of the Noblesville Chamber, said one of the organization’s goals is to create new opportunities through small group interaction. “We are bringing together smaller groups of business people to have conversations and identify ways to help each other grow their business,” he said. “When we started identifying groups, it became clear we needed to do more to strengthen the number of women in our business community.” The series is open to non-chamber members and guests can attend as many events as they desire. For more information or to register, visit www.noblesvillechamber.com. “We hope this kick-starts to a women’s series throughout the year,” Wolfe said.

event schedule Nov. 3 • Idea to Income: Starting your own Business, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Forest Park Inn. Cost: $15. Panel led by Angie Sutton, owner of Angie Sutton State Farm Insurance. • Nonprofit Industry Roundtable Discussion, 4 to 6 p.m. at Riverview Health. Free. Facilitated by Susan Beckwith of Riverview Health. Limited to 18 participants. Nov. 4 • Financial Planning for Women, 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Ivy Tech Noblesville Campus. Free. • Social Media for Business, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ivy Tech Noblesville Campus. Cost: $15. Presented by Tracy Park of Meyer Najem and Nikki Lewallen of Rainmakers. Lunch provided by Buca di Beppo. • Wine & Canvas, 5 to 7 p.m. at Nickel Plate Arts. Cost: $15. Limited to 15 participants. Nov. 5 • Stay at Home Mom’s Group, 9 to 11 a.m. at Forest Park Inn. Free. • Personal Branding Workshop, 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Gaylor Electric. Cost: $15. Presented by Kelli Ford of Ivy Tech, Linda Wilcox of A2Z Promotions and Shannon Wenninger of Express Employment Professionals. • Cinema & Sweets, 6 p.m. at Wafford Theater. Cost: $5. The 1950 “Father of the Bride” with Elizabeth Taylor and Spencer Tracy. Proceeds to benefit the Noblesville Fire Dept.’s Christmas Food and Toy Drive. Nov. 6 • Life’s Transitions, 8:30 to 10 a.m. at Community Health Pavilion. Free. Presented by Karen Caprino-Burg of We Are Changing Lives and Michelle Martinez of Cos Residential. • Women in Finance & Retail Discussion Groups, 5 to 7 p.m. at Vom Fass. Cost: $10. Facilitated by Anyta Sundaresh of Vom Fass and Ciara Davis of Teachers Credit Union. Nov. 7 • Women’s luncheon, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Cambria Hotel & Suites. Cost is $25 for chamber members, $35 for non-members. Women’s Wellness Panel speakers presented by St.Vincent Fishers Hospital and moderated by Julie Schnieders of St.Vincent Carmel Women’s Center.

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Current in Noblesville managing editor Robert Herrington and his wife, Maggie, are happy to announce the birth of their daughter, Ainsley Wynn Herrington, on Oct. 10 at St.Vincent Carmel Hospital. Ainsley weighed 8 pounds, 6 ounces, and measured 21 inches in length at birth. She joins her big sister, Caroline, 3. Ainsley’s grandparents are Doug and Cheryl Herrington of Noblesville and Aaron and Cindy Ogle of Sheridan. If you have an announcement to share with the community – birth, wedding, anniversary or engagement, please e-mail robert@youarecurrent.com.

The haunting hours – The official trickor-treat hours in the City of Noblesville are 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 31. The Noblesville Police Dept. will have extra patrols out that evening to provide additional security. Motorists are asked to use extra care while driving that night.

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This year, the Gutreuter’s planted a tree in honor of Emily Grace as one of the family’s random acts of kindness during the week of Oct. 13.

The Gutreuter family’s Random Acts of Kindness have spread to five other counties, including Shelby where the group was recently honored. Wen Gutreuter hopes to have acts done throughout the state in 2015. (Submitted photos)

Gutreuter family turns tragedy into ‘Random Acts of Kindness’ By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com For six years, Oct. 15 was a date that one Noblesville family despised seeing on the calendar. It was on that day in 2005 that Wen and Brian Gutreuter lost their 2-year-old daughcover story ter, Emily Grace, when she died in her sleep. “I got to a point I was so tired of shutting down emotionally, not on purpose, but it just happened on Oct. 15,” said Wen. “I decided I had to do something different. What could I do to turn the tragedy into something positive, a blessing not just for us but as many people as possible?” The family created Emily’s Grace – Random Acts of Kindness in 2012 as a way to celebrate her life and alleviate their broken hearts. “Our daughter, Emily Grace, passed away at a way too young age. To celebrate the beauty of her life, we started Random Acts of Kindness Day. The response to this has been breathtaking,” Wen said. “We want this to become a part of daily life. If we each look for an opportunity to help and bless someone, every day, imagine the beautiful things that can happen.” Wen said the inaugural Random of Acts Kindness Day was a grassroots effort. The family got together with friends and purchased food and groceries for others when they were out. “It was little acts,” Wen said. The entire experience hasn’t been all blessings, though. On Sept. 10, 2013, just a month away from their second year of kindness acts, the Gutreuter residence caught fire and resulted in a loss of the house and two cars. Friends and community organizations and members provided the Gutreuters with donations to help them make it through, which only increased their resolve to help others. “We had to continue kindness, especially now,” Wen said. “The family packed up 30 sack lunches and went to a downtown Indianapolis park and handed them out to homeless people along with

new socks and water.” The trend also began reaching more people starting in the second year. While the first was primarily contained to Noblesville and Hamilton County, there were coordinators in Shelby, Henry, Madison, Marion and Howard counties. “There were a lot of different random acts of kindness,” said Wen. “People get intimidated because they think it always involves money. It absolutely doesn’t if it is a limited resource.” This year evolved into a week of random acts and spread farther across Indiana. Randy A. Howard, Hoosiers with Heart founder and CEO, said events were scheduled in six counties with thousands of participants doing random acts of kindness throughout Central Indiana. “No matter how big or small, a random act of kindness can change a person’s day and put a smile on their face,” Howard said. “In 2015, we hope that we have representatives in each county in the state,” Wen said. “It’s taken on a life of its own, which I think is pretty darn cool.” Wen said the acts of kindness have assisted her in the grieving process. “I just dreaded Oct. 15. The last two years I look at the approach of Oct. 15 with anticipation and not dread – and that’s huge,” Wen said. “It replaces the emotion with many events and other people to focus on.” Wen said the acts have rubbed off on her two youngest children, Katie Joy, 10, and Noah, 7. When the family was dining at Cracker Barrel in Shelbyville after an event, one of the volunteers had extra flowers in their car that were given to women diners. “They had no fear, no shyness. It was cool to see them in action telling them the flowers were in memory of their sister,” Wen said. The children said they enjoy making others smile. “It was fun when we passed out sack lunches,” said Noah. “It feels good to know you are helping other people and to see their reaction and how happy they are,” Katie said. “It makes you feel good inside.” Wen said the family rarely interacts with those they assist. “We have no idea,” she said. “We don’t know who we are doing a random act for and we don’t know who they will pay it forward to.”

(Above) Noblesville Mayor John Ditslear proclaims Oct. 12 through Oct. 18 “Random Acts of Kindness Week” during the Oct. 14 common council meeting. (Right) Emily Grace was 2 when she died In her sleep on a family vacation in Wisconsin.

The Gutreuter family at Emily Grace’s gravesite in 2006.

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F R O M   T HE B A C K SH O P 8 years! Current wins with people Well, we did it! We attained our eighth anniversary as a company on Oct. 24. However, in no way did we do it alone. Now in our ninth year of publishing community-focused newspapers, we couldn’t have done it without you, our advertising partners, our internal and external colleagues and the outside vendors that make printing and delivery of “the weekly miracle” possible. The point is, you win with people – and this is a great example of that maxim. Our growth since 2006 has been fueled steadily – even through the recession – by those good folks and entities. We’ve written in this space a few times in the last eight years that we feel truly fortunate to be able to do what we love and love what we do. That has not changed. Is every single day a bed of roses? No, it most certainly is not. Most are, though. Still, with as many moving parts as we have here – not unlike so many households and businesses in our midst – “things break.” And so we work quickly to correct and not repeat the errors of our ways. That won’t change. What will change, though, is this, if plans remain as they are: Current Publishing will be growing well beyond its first-quarter 2015 launch of Current in Geist and we’ll be able to tell you the details of future expansion, we hope, in the not-too-distant future. So that fuels us, too. In a time when most make note of the declining newspaper industry, we’re humble and happy to state here that such does not apply to Current. We serve a niche and a vast and coveted audience. We provide our readers what they told us, through independent research, that they expect. Our readers linger with the newspapers and, eventually, a buying decision is initiated, and that means our readers frequent our advertisers. Again, you are the people with whom we win and, humbly, you are genuinely appreciated. ••• On Nov. 1, our editions carrying election-day information will be delivered. We hope you’ll study them and will commit to voting on Nov. 4. 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 good new days Commentary by Terry Anker Long-ago, rock concerts joined the prohibited list. Trying to squeeze a few more bucks out of the monthly budget, we had kids who would soon enough need money for college, for trips, and for all manner and sort of athletic-logoed apparel. Besides, I told myself, I’d seen most of the greats; and the prices for tickets had inflated to the point where one struggled to justify. As the years passed, the budget became a little more comfortable and the college fund fattened. But somehow, rock concerts did not find the way back to front-of-mind. Instead, we were more often attending performances from the American songbook – Tony Bennett, Michael Feinstein, Diana Krall and others filled our entertainment allotment. But as often happens when we allow our lives to slide into cruise control, someone reminds us to take back the wheel. News of Fleetwood Mac’s reunion and tour had reached me some months earlier. The venerable band would even find its way to Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Tickets

were pricy. And, I can be kind of tight. But, then came the call. Good friends found themselves with a “spare” set of seats – perfectly situated for my bride and me. They invited us to join them and insisted that it be their treat. Understandably, I could not have been happier to get the call and was delighted in their generosity as we’d seen the band on its last all-original tour 16 years ago. The concert beat even the highest expectations. The 60-plus-year-old rockers entertained us for three hours non-stop. The crowd, while fully engaged, was notably older. Even as the experience returned me to another place and time, it was a sanguine reminder that those days are past. Good. They were good days. But I wonder, do we need a new band to make new good days? 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 HE WEE K Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.

– Thomas Edison

I have had it up to the top of my ginger head with mean people! Last week in particular, I saw more than my fair share. One of my daughter’s besties picked a fight with her, jealous over the amount of time she’d been spending with another classmate. A man completely went off on me in the parking lot of my kids’ middle school, angry that I hadn’t seen his turn signal. And some old biddy was unhelpful to the point of being obstructive to a friend of mine who was just trying to apply for a job. Can’t we all just get along? My daughter’s gal pal I can somewhat excuse. She’s at that age where friendships are both sacred and flighty, and girl drama rules the school. Insecurities, immaturity and even the lunch menu can create intense situations that no one under 20 can be expected to handle gracefully. It doesn’t help that my child is Miss Sensitive, so the idea that somebody is mad at her, however irrational the reason, sends her into hysterics, which I’m then supposed to “handle.” No can do, Mom out! The guy at the school I just don’t get at all. I was in a long line of traffic trying to drop my son off and honestly never saw his signal indicating his intention to park in a spot he’d already missed. When he started to reverse, I honked. I didn’t want him to hit me and I felt like I couldn’t move. He kept on coming, so naturally I continued to honk. He then rolled down his window and screamed me the riot act. Now maybe I was the spoiled icing on his terrible-day cake, but he didn’t have to behave that way. A patient, “I’m so sorry, but could you please back up?” would have inspired my own brand of kindness. Instead, I was forced to discover his true identity through Ninja-like stalking and file it under “Jerks.” The next morning, a friend of mine relayed her own mean-people story. While requesting her academic transcripts for a job application, the bitter spinster in charge outright refused to forward them because she thought the place of employment wouldn’t be interested in someone who didn’t have the “right qualifications.” What the what! Obviously something is dead inside that terrible woman, but why on earth would she treat a person like that? Where’s the love? Listen. With the frantic holidays around the corner, let’s just try to be nice to each other. If nothing else, showing compassion will keep you from being tracked by a creative soccer mom with melodramatic tweenagers and frustrated, unemployed allies. Love you guys! Peace out.

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T H I S WEE K Mystery at The Palladium – Use your best detective skills to help solve a mystery from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Nov. 1 at The CARMEL Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Center Green, Carmel. For the first time ever, the Palladium concert hall is transformed into a life-size board game as your family works together to solve a “musical mystery” of the missing cello. Was the cello misplaced in the Founders Room? Or taken to the Feinstein Gallery? Discover clues to help find the cello. Perfect for elementary-aged kids and their families. Pre-registration is required. Cost is $15 per family. For more information, call 848-7275 or visit carmelclayparks.com. Prairie Plates – The adult-only dining experience at Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd., returns at 6 p.m. Nov. 1 with FISHERS Whole Hog at The Prairie House. Prairie Plates Whole Hog is a four-course feast with pork, prepared by Chris Eley and staff from Goose the Market, and features Conner Prairie’s Ossabaw Island Hogs. Reservations are required. Cost is $75 per person. For more information, call 776-6006 or visit www.connerprairie.org.

Haunted Trails will feature guided group tours through several different ghoul- and ghost-themed fright stations along the park’s trails and paths for thrill seekers older than 12 on Oct. 28 through 30. (Submitted photo)

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The usual tranquil wooded area of Cool Creek Parks will turn into a horror scene complete with zombies and chainsaw halloween wielding masked men for the annual Halloweenthemed Haunted Trails Oct. 28 through 30. Haunted Trails features guided group tours through several different ghoul- and ghostthemed fright stations along the park’s trails and paths for thrill seekers older than 12. “It takes an army of parks staff and volunteers to stage this thing. Everybody loves the number of hours they put into this thing,” said Don Nicholls, resource development specialist with Hamilton County Parks and Recreation. Nicholls said the event is one of the department’s best fundraisers as many fright stations

7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 28 through 30 • Cool Creek Park, 2000 E. 151st St., Westfield • Cost is $5 • www.myhamiltoncountyparks.com.

are manned by high school students. “Band students, key clubs and thespians can earn as much as $2,000 for their organizations,” he said. “It’s a good opportunity for youth groups.” Nicholls said this year’s event will include 13 to 15 fright stations. He said staff members keep an eye on groups on the trails, especially those that seem to know it all. “Teens that can’t be impressed, those are the ones we target. We know we’ve done our job when we quiet down those groups,” Nicholls said. Northern Lights will provide stage entertain-

ment, music for guests standing in line, hay rides, a camp fire and storytelling. For younger children, Nicholls said a Trick-orTreat Trail is available from 6 to 9 p.m. He said the area is now committed to children and away from the Haunted Trails. “It’s a fright-free zone,” Nicholls said. “In the past, we had a place that the Haunted Trail dumped out to. It didn’t seem right to have children being there.” The Trick-or-Treat Trail activities include craft stations, a Not-so-scary Nature Trail, Spooktacular shelter, live owls with a wildlife educator, Monster Mash dance area and marshmallows at the campfire ring. Cost is $1 and is designed for preschool and elementary-aged school children and their families. “There are lots of fun, different activities at multiple stations,” Nicholls said.

2nd Pumpkin Harvest Festival – Stonycreek Farm, 11366 Ind. 38 East, is hosting its annual festival from 10 a.m. NOBLESVILLE to 5 p.m. now through Oct. 31. The event’s 400-foot zip line is returning as a main attraction. Cost is $15 per person for anyone ages 10 and up who weigh 90 to 250 pounds. Other attractions include a pony cart, 60-foot. slide, entertainment area, hayrides to the pumpkin patch, a haunted house for youngsters, a gourd sling shot, corn cob cannon, candle making, farm animals and more. Parking is $5 per car. For more information, call 773-3344 or visit www.stonycreekfarm.net. Haunted Trails – Make your way through the “boo-tiful” woods of Cool Creek Park, 2000 E. 151st St., during the annual WESTFIELD Haunted Trails Halloween event from 7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 28 through 30. Ghouls and goblins are lurking at every turn and waiting for you to arrive. Trail not recommended for kids 11 and younger. Cost is $5. A separate Trick-or-Treat Trail for younger kids and families is available from 6 to 9 p.m. Cost is $1. For more information, visit myhamiltoncountyparks.com. Legion of Blues – Benito DiBartoli and Delta Duo will fill the American Legion Post No. 79, 9950 East 600 South, zionsVILLE with blues music from 8 to 11 p.m. Nov. 1. The concert is open to all ages. Cost is $5. “Legion of Blues” is a blues show put on once every three months. For more information, call 873-3105.

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Apple Store at Conner Prairie • The popular Apple Store is up and running for the 29th year and is a place for all kinds of tasty apple treats and a wide variety of specialty items like red velvet cherries, gift baskets and the much loved chocolate salted caramel apple. • 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • Today from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and every Tues. – Sun. from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Oct. 31. • 776-6006 • www.connerprairie.org

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Beef & Boards Presents: “Fiddler on the Roof” • This year marks the 50th anniversary of the famed Fiddler on the Roof musical. This classic show tells the story of holding on to traditions in a changing world. • 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Today at 1 and 8 p.m.; Oct. 30, 31 and Nov. 1 at 8 p.m.; Nov. 2 at 1:30 and 7 p.m. • Tickets start at $38.50. • 872-9664 • http://beefandboards.com Haunted Prairie: A Hidden History of Conner Prairie • Take this guided tour through Conner Prairie when it’s dark and quiet. Learn about local legends and supernatural stories relating to the property. • 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • Tonight from 6:30 – 9 p.m.; tours are 1.5 hours long and leave at staggered times. • Members $13, non-members $15. • 776-6006. • www.connerprairie.org

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Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre Presents: “Golda’s Balcony” • This compelling, one-woman show tells the personal story of the legendary Golda Meir starting with her impoverished Russian childhood on up through her position as Prime Minister of Israel. • 3 Center Green, Carmel • Tonight at 7 p.m.; Oct. 31 and Nov 1 at 7 p.m.; Nov. 2 at 2 p.m. • $15 for adults, $10 for students • 843-3800. • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org “Trunk or Treat” at the Zionsville American Legion • Decorate your car and pass out treats for the spooky ghosts and goblins that will be trick-or-treating in the Legion parking lot. • 9950 E. 600 S., Zionsville • Tonight from 5:30 – 8 p.m. • Free. • 695-8885 • www.zionsvillechamber.org

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Stonycreek Farm’s 42nd Annual Pumpkin Harvest Festival • Fun kid activities available as well as u-pick pumpkin patch, hayrides, food and lots of harvest goodies at the Gift Shop. • 11366 Ind. 38 E., Noblesville • Today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and daily through Oct. 31. • Free. • 773-3344 • www. stonycreekfarm.net

One of Indiana’s favorite holiday traditions! Journey by train to the North Pole. Visit Santa. Enjoy a story and a treat on the way. Hurry! Seats sell quickly.

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Westfield Historic Underground Railroad Ghost Walk • This is a walking tour that lasts approximately two hours and includes ghost stories from the Underground Railroad and Westfield’s haunted past. • 132 W. Main St., Westfield • Tonight at 8 p.m. • Tickets $18 for adults, $13 for seniors and children. • Call 840-6456 for reservations • www.unseenpress.com Live Music in the Loft Restaurant • Looking for a farm-to-table restaurant and live music on a Friday

night? Dine at the Loft Restaurant at Traders Point Creamery and enjoy freshly made meals with seasonal ingredients and a rotating schedule of performances from local musicians on Friday nights. Tonight’s performance is from Andra Faye & Scott Ballantine. • 9101 Moore Road, Zionsville • Tonight from 6 to 9 p.m. • Restaurant open 5 to 9:30 p.m. • 733-1700 • www.tpforganics.com HCAA’s 64th Annual Fall Art Show & Sale • The Hamilton County Artists Association’s annual show takes place at the Noblesville Library. The Nov. 1 Open House is open to the public and will include refreshments, live music and a chance to meet the artists. • 1 Library Plaza, Noblesville • Open House tonight from 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.; Art Show & Sales continues during normal library hours through Nov. 15. • Free admission. • 773-5197 • www. hcaa-in.org

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Hogwarts High Tea in the Dark • Enjoy an evening of treacle tarts and floating candles as kids and adults alike are invited to step into the world of Harry Potter at Tina’s Traditional Old English Kitchen. • 30 N. Range Line Rd., Carmel • Tonight from 6 – 8 p.m.; reservations required. • $25 for adults, $15 for kids ages 7 – 12. • Call for reservations, 565-9716. • www.tinastraditional.com Blue Arrow Train – An Evening Dining Experience Along the Nickel Plate Railroad • Catch the train at Fishers or Noblesville for an evening ride through the countryside that includes time to stop for dinner in Noblesville, Atlanta or Tipton. Stopover time is about an hour and a half; call for reservations. • Fishers or Noblesville • Various times • Call 7736000 for prices and reservations • www.itm.org Prairie Plates: Whole Hog at The Prairie House • Prairie Plates is an adults-only dining experience at Conner Prairie. Each event includes gourmet style food from the region’s top chefs and artisans. This outing is a four-course feast with pork, prepared by Chris Eley and staff from Goose the Market and featuring Conner Prairie’s Ossabaw Island Hogs. (See website for info on how to participate in separate, hog-butchering class). Reservations required. • 13400 Allisonville Rd., Fishers • Tonight at 6 p.m. • $75 per person, adults only. • Call 776-6006 to register. • www.connerprairie.org Mass on Main Holiday Pop Up Shop in Carmel • A group of Indy’s Mass Ave. retailers are creating shopping opportunities in Carmel. Stop by to see displays by Silver in the City, Crimson Tate, Nurture Baby and Handmade Promenade; these special shops will be open through Dec. 31. • 110 W. Main St., Suite 130, Carmel • Today from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and every Wed. – Sat. from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. • Free • facebook.com/massonmain

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The Center Presents: In Collaboration, The Milk Carton Kids & Sarah Jarosz • Grammy-nominated folk artists The Milk Carton Kids and Sara Jarosz offer a unique performance with one microphone. • 1 Center Green, Carmel • Tonight at 7:30 p.m. • Tickets start at $28. • 843-3800. • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

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Fall Exhibit: Autumn Attractions • Cool Creek Park and Nature Center presents fall exhibits and showcases the beauty of fall. Learn about the amazing journey of monarchs, how the leaves change colors and participate in scavenger hunts. • 2000 E. 151st St., Carmel • Today from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Free. • 774-2500 • www.myhamiltoncountyparks.com

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Regan, Johnson win Halloween Writing Contest Youth winner – Corinne Regan, 11, of Noblesville I hate all of this superstition around Halloween. That weird stuff like, if you see a black cat, you’re going to die. But that’s just crazy. Well, at least I used to think that. Everything went insane on Halloween, as I was waiting for my bus. My friend, Jeffrey, came running to me, his hair bouncing as he ran. I looked at him and rolled my eyes. I was tired of Jeffrey, because the only thing that he didn’t believe in was ghosts. Jeffrey kept sprinting toward me, tripping over his own feet. He finally reached me, looking like he was about to puke up a lung. “I saw a ghost.” he gasped. This really surprised me, because Jeffrey doesn’t believe in ghosts. “What do you mean you saw a ghost? Who was it?” I asked. I wanted to know exactly what happened. “Well,” Jeffrey mumbled, “I think it was the man, from my house. He looked right at me. I swear, I wasn’t just seeing things.” In Jeffrey’s house, apparently, a murderer once lived in his house but he died a long time ago. I looked Jeffrey in the eye and saw that the whites of his eyes had turned blood red. I backed away, barely breathing. His face was completely expressionless. His pupils and iris

disappeared, leaving only crimson. “Are you scared?” he asked in a deep, rough voice, that wasn’t even his. I gagged, backing even farther away from him. Suddenly, he shot out his right arm and squeezed my neck. With incredible strength, he lifted me off the ground. I gripped his hand, trying to pry it off. He thrust me on the ground, and stood over me. I closed my eyes, waiting for Jeffrey to kill me. I slowly opened my eyes, and his eyes weren’t red anymore. He was normal again. I pulled myself up and looked closely at Jeffrey. His eyes didn’t show any unusual red, and his pupils were back. I spun around on my heel, as the bus turned the corner and was almost to us. I felt a hand on my back and I plunged toward the bus. I looked around, for a second, and saw Jeffrey and his red eyes standing over me, laughing. Then my head smashed against the pavement. I slowly opened my eyes, to see an empty bag of Halloween candy and a mountain of hundreds of candy wrappers. I breathed deeply and realized that it was just a dream. I never was actually pushed in front of the bus. I had passed out because of all of the candy I ate. It was just a dream. It was just a dream. Or was it?

Adult winner – Elane Johnson, 50, of Zionsville “Triple-dog-dare you,” Tommy hissed, towering Stephen, their faces instantly bloodless. Stephen, over Stephen. anxious to flee the shadowy yard, willed his feet “Yeah, Step-Hen. What are you, to walk up the path and onto the porch. chicken?” sneered Robert as he shoved He reached to press the bell, but the Stephen toward the Murdocks’ mandoor creaked open. Stephen saw a fire sion and then high-fived Tommy on his glowing, so he stepped in toward the right, Billy on his left. Old widow Murwarmth. The door slammed behind him, dock lived alone in the dreary house, and he heard shrieks and screams from and rumor had it that she ate little the yard and terrible sounds of tearing children every Halloween. and gnashing. A wicked October wind whipped He wanted to run, but a soft voice Johnson up from the west, slicing through said, “Do come in. We’ve been expectStephen’s homemade costume. He wished his ing you.” Stephen was drawn forward into a mother had let him buy the Drax the Destroyer dimly lit dining room. The table was set for three costume or even Captain America. But, no. She and the fire crackled and snapped. had forced him to wear Olaf the snowman. From “Mrs. Murdock?” Stephen whispered. “Frozen!” His blood boiled. “Yes, dear,” Mrs. Murdock said. “We’re just sitHe took a deep breath. “Look. What do I get if ting down to supper. Mr. Murdock will be along I ring the doorbell?” shortly.” “You don’t get my fist in your face,” said Tom“But, but… I thought that Mr. Murdock was….” my, “but you hafta go in Murdocks’ Mansion.” “Dead?” she offered. “Why, of course, he is, “If I go in,” Stephen said, “I get your golden dear. For these 20 years. But he still takes good cat’s eye.” Everyone in town knew Tommy’s care of me.” Stephen crumpled into a chair. Time cat’s eye. It was always in his pocket, and he’d slowed, and the wind moaned. The clock struck won countless marble matches with that secret midnight just as a tall, decaying form holding weapon. Tommy held the cat’s eye up to the full a tarnished tureen glided into the room. “Soup, moon, which shone through the glass, sending dear?” Mrs. Murdock asked. off gold and green and amber glints. Mr. Murdock, his moldy hands shaking, ladled “Whatever. You ain’t got the guts,” Tommy rea steaming serving of soup into Stephen’s bowl. plied. “And if you go in, you ain’t never coming out!” Stephen stared at the bubbling liquid, mesmerA looming, black shape zipped behind the ized as a tiny ball of glass, now green, now amthree tormentors, sending them scrambling into ber, now golden, bobbled up and down. Want to see how talented your friends and neighbors are? To read all of the Halloween Writing Contest entries including honorable mention authors Olivia McCaffrey, Regan Coy, Lindsey Stallings and Lauren Sutton, visit www.currentnightandday.com. Current would like to thank all those who submitted entries and helped to make this contest successful.

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Visit NickelPlateArts.org for the latest details and pricing. Day of the Dead / Nov. 1, 1-9 pm / $5 Join Nickel Plate Arts as we deck the halls with locally crafted calaveras (decorated skulls) and altars, and in Mexican tradition, pay respect to those who have gone before us. Just $5 gets you in the door for Day of the Dead festivities! Make your own piñata or wearable mask with easy-to-follow instruction (1-8 p.m.). Let local artist Jan Snyder use your mug as her canvas for face painting (1-3 p.m. & 6-8 p.m.). Listen to masterful storyteller Dwight Gallian’s ghost stories and music from Willoughby Sprig, and take a whack at a piñata. Bring a little cash for fall treats, including Day of the Dead cupcakes from Sweet Bailey's Cakes, homemade tamales by Texy Mexy, local wine and beer, soft drinks and winter warmers. 10 a.m. doors open—Arrive during regular hours to check out the gallery and artists’ studios. Vote for your favorite skull in the Calavera Contest (10 a.m.-5 p.m.). Add a picture, flowers or other memento of a loved one to the community altar. Recycle your Halloween costume! Pose for a photo between 10 a.m. and 8 p.m. for a chance to win a prize, including tickets to upcoming events at the Indiana Transportation Museum, CDs and books. If you participated in October’s Calavera Project Party or purchased a $20 skull, your admission to the Day of the Dead event is free. Project Party / Nov. 6 or 8 / $30 Your Very Own Granny Scarf. Using a super-simple crochet pattern, make a cozy scarf reminiscent of grandma’s throws. Rachel McFadden will provide hands-on direction and suggestions on how to customize your scarf. All yarn, tools, snacks, drinks and tunes are included in the $30 fee. Sign up for Nov. 6, 6-9 p.m., or Nov. 8, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Reserve your spot at nickelplatearts.org or call 317-452-3690. Studio Artist Showcase / Nov. 7, 6-9 pm / FREE First Friday Meet the Artists. We’re coaxing our studio artists away from their work to chat up arts lovers like you during our First Friday Evening With the Artists. This is also opening night of Studio Artist Showcase, an exhibit featuring the collected works of Nickel Plate Arts’ working studio artists (on display through Nov. 22). The free Nov. 7 event will include live music, complimentary hors d'oeuvres, and a cash bar serving local beer and wine. Sponsored by Brannon Sowers & Cracraft. Black Friday, Small Business Saturday / Nov. 28 & 29 Shop Local and Give Better Gifts. If you have the shopping bug but don’t want to fight the crowds, stop by for first dibs on gifts in a range of price points. In addition to spectacular original paintings, shop local pottery, jewelry, prints, scarves, hats, jewelry, CDs, books and more. Open Friday, noon-5 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. For more events, classes and details, visit nickelplatearts.org. All events held at Nickel Plate Arts sponsored by the City of Noblesville and Church, Church, Hittle & Antrim.

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Partner Events Community Creates / Oct. 30-Nov. 28 / FREE Works by artists competing for $850 in cash prizes will be exhibited in the Hamilton County Artists’ Association’s annual Community Creates art competition. Visit the HCAA’s Birdie Gallery Oct. 30-Nov. 28 to view the art. On Nov. 7, 6-8:30 p.m., enjoy an open house and awards ceremony. hcaa-in.org Dinner and a Ride Along the Nickel Plate Railroad / Nov. 1 & 8 Take an evening ride through Indiana’s countryside to small towns along the railroad including Noblesville, Atlanta and Tipton. Board the train in Fishers or Noblesville. Schedules allow about an hour and a half stopover in the town you choose. itm.org Novel Writing Workshop / Nov. 6, 7-8:30 pm / FREE Celebrate National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) at the Fishers Library. Dr. Kip Robisch of the Indiana Writers Center presents a writing workshop, during which he will discuss the seven basic plots and 36 basic situations of a novel. hepl.org Gingerbread House Making 101 / Nov. 13, 6:30-8 p.m. Under the guidance of expert baker Rascia Jackson from Rascia’s Creative Cakes, learn the basics of gingerbread house construction as she discusses ingredients, techniques of piping using a pastry bag, icings and fancy finishes. connerprairie.org

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So the 10-day forecast is for cold weather on game day. Don’t lose heart; here are some hints to make your tailgate party bearable. Dress for success – wear layers of clothes that breathe. Wool, cotton and even some of those newly designed materials that you can’t pronounce will work. Stay out of the wind – set up on the lea side of your vehicle or attach a wind screen to protect you with a trap, bungee cords and weights. Have a heat source – God gives us the sun so use it by setting up so your chairs are in the sunshine. If there’s no sun, set up your grill and stoves on the lea side of your windbreak and use them for warmth. A boiling pot of soup throws off a lot of heat. Here is a great cold-weather soup using our favorite health food, sausage. Italian Wedding Soup Ingredients: Tiny meatballs: 1 package (19 ounce) JOHNSONVILLE mild or sweet Italian Sausage, 1 egg, lightly beaten, 1 cup Italian bread crumbs, 2 teaspoons fennel seeds, crushed or chopped, 1 tablespoon fresh Italian parsley, minced, 1/2 teaspoon Frank’s ®RedHot® cayenne pepper sauce (optional). Soup: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 medium onion, finely diced, 1 teaspoon dried or fresh thyme, 1 teaspoon dried sage leaves, 2 cloves garlic, finely minced, 1 medium carrot, finely chopped, 1 stalk celery, finely chopped, 8 cups chicken stock, 1 bay leaf, 8 ounces orzo pasta, cooked, 1 cup spinach, roughly chopped, 1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded Directions: 1. Mix meatball ingredients together and roll small meatballs the size of a marble. (If forming the meatball is difficult, cover and refrigerate first.) 2. In a medium pan, cook orzo al dente, according to package directions, drain and

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set aside. 3. Prep the vegetables. 4. In a large pot, sauté onion, thyme and sage in olive oil. When the onion starts to turn a golden color, add garlic, carrot and celery, and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. 5. Set the vegetable mixture aside on a plate. 6. In the same pot, add all the meatballs and cook for 2 to 3 minutes before stirring. (This will keep them from breaking). Gently toss with a rubber spatula to brown on all sides. 7. Add reserved vegetables, chicken stock and bay leaf. Simmer gently (do not boil), until vegetables are tender and meatballs are cooked through. 8. Add cooked orzo and spinach, stir together. (Adding spinach right before serving will help it maintain its rich green color). 9. Garnish bowls/cups with parmesan cheese. Joe Drozda is an author about sports and food. You may contact him at drozda@tailgatershandbook.com or visit www.tailgatershandbook.com.

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Your weekly serving of TABLES The Scoop: Tucked back in the Village of Zionsville you’ll find a purple house with a sign out front that says the Salty Cowboy Tequileria. This restaurant came from owner Sheri Jenkins’ love of Mexican food and desire for something a bit different from your standard Tex-Mex chain. There are lots of things to try, from tableside guacamole to barbeque served on sandwiches and tacos. Whether at the bar or in the dining area, you’ll savor some tasty food. Type of Food: Barbeque, Mexican, Tex-Mex. Average Price: Entrees range from $9 to $17 and tacos are $3 to $5. Food Recommendation: Sugar Shack Quesadilla. Pulled pork, agave beer barbeque, pickled onions, sautéed poblanos and onions, chihuahua cheese

Pecan Pie Bars Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour. 1/2 cup white sugar. 1/2 teaspoon salt. 1 cup margarine. 4 eggs. 1 1/2 cups light corn syrup. 1 1/2 cups white sugar. 3 tablespoons margarine, melted. 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract. 2 1/2 cups chopped pecans.

Salty Cowboy and barbeque ranch. Drink Recommendation: The Salty Cowboy Margarita. Hours: 4 to 10 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, 4 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday Address: 55 E. Oak St., Zionsville. Phone: 344-0926 Directions: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Lightly grease a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan. In a large bowl, stir together the flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt. Cut in 1 cup of margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle the mixture evenly over the prepared pan, and press in firmly. Bake for 20 minutes in the preheated oven. While the crust is baking, prepare the filling. In a large bowl mix together the eggs, corn syrup, 1 1/2 cups sugar, 3 tablespoons margarine and vanilla until smooth. Stir in the chopped pecans. Spread the filling evenly over the crust as soon as it comes out of the oven. Bake for 25 minutes in the preheated oven or until set. Allow to cool completely on a wire rack before slicing into bars. - allrecipes.com

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A classic comes to the stage when Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s Pyramid Players present a one-hour musitheater cal version of “Sleeping Beauty” this fall. Based on the favorite childhood fairy tale by the Brothers Grimm, this final production in the 2014 Live Theatre for Kids series is now on stage through Nov. 15 for kids of all ages. Infuriated to not have received an invitation to the royal christening, the evil fairy Trollarina, played by Jill Kelly, exacts her revenge on the royal family and her sister fairies by casting a spell on Princess Melisande, played by Mariana Weisler. Sixteen years later, the princess is sent into a decade-\long sleep after pricking her finger on the spindle of a spinning wheel. Little does Trollarina realize, more than one spell is about to be broken thanks to the kiss of an enchanted Faun, played by Jordan Moody. Josh Levinson plays the King, Carrie S. Neal is the Queen, Sam McKanney plays the Royal Herald, and rounding out the cast are Mary-Elizabeth Milton as Minerva,

Sleeping Beauty played by Mariana Weisler is about to be awakened by the kiss of a prince played by Jordan Moody in Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of “Sleeping Beauty,” now on stage through Nov. 15. The one-hour performances take place on Fridays and Saturdays and include juice and a snack, plus children are able to meet the cast after the show. (Submitted photo)

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‘Golda’s Balcony’ now on stage news@currentnoblesville.com Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre in Carmel is pleased to present Broadway’s longest running one-woman show, “Golda’s Balcony,” as this season’s second production. The theater show is running now until Nov. 8. Indianapolis actress Miki Mathioudakis will take the stage as Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir for the second time in her stage career. “From my prior experience, I hope to bring a well-rounded understanding of Jewish traditions and the situation in the Middle East to the role,” Mathioudakis stated in an e-mail to Current. “Being an ordained minister in the Christian Church, I have observed similarities in the Jewish faith that are helping me relate to Golda Meir and her religion.” William Gibson’s “Golda’s Balcony” follows the life of Meir from her impoverished childhood in Russia to her time as the fourth prime minister of Israel. The play examines Meir’s personal and public life and provides intimate insight into the power, strength and idealism which caused many to regard her as a legendary world leader during a time of great conflict. “In relation to recent events in Israel, this story is a reminder that war is without end,” Mathioudakis said. “‘Golda’s Balcony’ shows that war is not a one-sided story, and it strengthens the notion that everybody, regardless of their nationality, just wants a place to call their own.”

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The unluckiest of all: ‘Macbeth’ By Sophie Pappas • sophie@youarecurrent.com Are we evil because the world made us this way? Or do the seeds of evil already lie within us? How far would you go to maintain power and at what cost? When you on stage look into the abyss, what looks back at you? These are just some of the questions that might be answered during the Carmel Theatre Company’s rendition of William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth.” “Plus, there are witches, knives, blood, and murder. What could be more fun at Halloween?” said the play’s producer, Glenn Dobbs, of First Folio Productions. For a theater group that was once known at The Rep, the newly named CTC is back at its old location of Studio 15, at 15 First Ave. NE, in Carmel. Dobbs said there is almost no better Shakespeare performance that would be more fitting for the month of October. Dobbs quoted renowned Shakespearian critic Harold Bloom, who once said that “No other drama by Shakespeare — not even ‘King Lear,’ ‘A Midsummer Night Dream,’ or ‘The Tempest’ — so engulfs us in a phantasmagoria.” “For me, Shakespeare is the undisputed master at showing us the human soul,” Dobbs said. “His plays always have rich veins of ore to mine to show us the nature of humanity and how it responds to the world. ‘Macbeth’ is no

John Mortell plays Macbeth, while Indianapolis native Sally Carter plays her role of Lady Macbeth. (Submitted photo)

exception.” The next performances of this show are at 8 p.m. Oct. 30, Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. Tickets are $15 for adults and $12 for seniors and students. The play is rated PG13. For more information visit, www. carmeltheatrecompany.com.

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For some reason every year, fall creeps up on me. I love fall but the other week when it was gloomy, gray and rainy, I thought fitness to myself, not yet! Of course this happened to be the same day the Hamilton Southeastern schools had a half day. What to do with the kids? The first thought on a rainy day might be a trip to the movie theater. However, kids sit most of the day at school, so why not get them up and active. If you don’t want to go dancing in the rain, then find an indoor activity that can get the kids their recommended 60 minutes of active play per day. Try Sky Zone in Fishers. It is a trampoline playground that is high energy for any age. What about a bounce house? There are plenty in Fishers, Carmel and Noblesville. Did you know that Recreation Unlimited has a program called Pay to Play? You can pay $8 per child (8 years old or younger) and your kids can play as long as they like during regular business hours. Your kids and you can run around for hours playing basketball, jumping on trampolines or playing on the 15 play sets that are set up.

I realize not every day off of school can be an outing, so why not create some at-home active play for everyone. Use jump ropes, chairs, blankets, cones, small balls and anything else you can think of and create an obstacle course. Have your kids take turns completing and time each one of them. If you want less of a mess to clean up afterward, maybe a game of Simon Says. It is amazing how many times you can get kids to jump, stretch, kick, pull and run in place while playing this game. What about a good old fashioned scavenger hunt? Make a list of items appropriate for your kids’ ages and send your kids off all over the house. Any of these at home ideas will keep the kids off the couch and will be tons of fun for Mom and Dad, too. The next half day of school for my kids is not until January, but I am going to be ready. Whether you want to take your kids out or stay at home, find a fun way to get them active! Kathleen M. Connelly is a certified personal trainer and health coach through American Council on Exercise. For health and fitness consulting, individuals or corporations, contact Kathleen at kc@ indyconnelly.com.

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In 2013, nearly half a million patients in Indiana received free or reduced-cost care from Indiana University Health. Beyond giving back the $308 million provided in charity care, IU Health also brought health care into the community by investing nearly $32 million in community health initiatives, reaching nearly a million people through health screenings and health education programs. Throughout the year, IU Health Saxony Hospital supported many local organizations including the Southeastern Program of Recreational Team Sports (S.P.O.R.T.S.) in Fishers. The hospital provided hundreds of first-aid kits for the organization’s youth sports teams. “IU Health Saxony provided much-needed first-

aid kits for all of the teams in our programs. With over 12,000 participants, we can’t begin to count the number of scrapes, bruises and twisted ankles,” said Lynda Carlino, executive director of S.P.O.R.T.S. “For each coach to have immediate access to a well-equipped first-aid kit is critical. It provides a sense of comfort to the child and a sense of well-being to the coach and parent.” 2013 IU Health Saxony community benefit highlights included: • During the Saxony Farmers’ Market in Fishers, nutrition experts from IU Health Saxony shared healthy eating tips and demonstrations with more than 150 community members. • IU Health Saxony Hospital financially supported Girls on the Run of Hamilton County, an organization for young girls that focuses on character development, positive reinforcement and self-esteem.

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Mary Valdez, Riverview Medical Group vice president of operations. “Dr. Malik’s commitment to illness prevention and wellness will bring great value to Board certified internal medicine physician, Roour organization and those we serve.” mana Malik, M.D., has joined Riverview Malik is skilled at providing preventative Medical Group. Malik hiring serves patients at Noblesmedicine and guiding people in making the right choices when it comes to staying well ville Diabetes & Endocrinoland living a healthy lifestyle. She enjoys ogy and Internal Medicine, 395 Westfield the opportunity to help people navigate the Rd., Suite D, Noblesville. health care system and said she believes “Dr. Malik further strengthens our netthat communication and listening is the key work of physicians, as she is devoted to Malik to building a strong patient-physician relaproviding high-quality care and helping tionship. To schedule an appointment, call 776-3520. people make important health care decisions,” said news@currentnoblesville.com

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The Noblesville Technical Advisory Committee has approved construction plans from Columbus, Ind.-based hotel developer Sprague Co. to build a Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites near Hamilton Town Center. Assistant Director Andy Wert said the Holiday Inn will be 16,670 city square feet with 123 rooms at 13625 Tegler Dr., Noblesville. “It is on two lots on Tegler and backs up to Interstate 69,” Wert said. “This is being built on land owned by the Sprague family. … The family has owned the lots for quite a while.” Holiday Inn will join Cambria Suites as overnight stay locations in Saxony’s Corporate Campus and near several amenities including Hamilton Town Center, Klipsch Music Center, St.Vincent Fishers and IU Health Saxony. “I believe they pulled the trigger because of Cabela’s (the planned outdoors megastore nearby),” said Wert. “This thing is a destination, people stay for multiple days and shop.” Sprague Co. has 10 hotels in Indiana, including a Hampton Inn & Suites at 11575 Commercial Dr., Fishers. Wert said plans are to construct the foundation before winter and resume building in the spring. “I anticipate an opening sometime next year, possibly in the fall,” he said. Other projects approved by TAC include: Lochaven – Beazer Homes has construction plans to finish the last section on the east side of Lochaven at Noble West. The property is north and west of Kippford Street and Cherry Tree Road and will contain 40 lots. Wert said home prices were not discussed, but “will be the same as what was built in previous sections.” Parking lot – Cavalry Apostolic Church, 16400 Cumberland Rd., is expanding its existing parking lot. Wert said the church is adding 46 spaces on the north and east sides of the church on approximately half an acre of land.

An important part of any estate plan is to define your wishes for your health and end-of-life situation. While discussions concerning these topics can be difficult, it is important to put the proper docufinance ments in place. Your estate plan should include: Living will – A living will spells out what you want to have happen in certain medical situations where you are not able to let your wishes be known. For example, your living will could state that you want to remain on life support for as long as possible or it could say that you want life support removed if you are in a vegetative state. Regardless of your decision, having a properly drafted living will ensures that your desires are known and followed, and will save your loved ones from having to guess what you would want to have happen. Health care power of attorney – A health care power of attorney is someone you nominate to make your health care decisions if you are not able to make them yourself. It is important to select your health care power of attorney because, without one, Indiana law does not identify which particular family member can make the decision. As a result, in the event of a disagreement, your loved ones may be forced to ask a court to get involved and a judge, who likely doesn’t know you, will make the decision. HIPAA authorization – Finally, you will want to execute a Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) authorization, which allows whomever you select as your health care power of attorney to have access to all of your medical records so that he or she can make a well-informed health care decision. Joseph Hankins, a Noblesville resident, is an attorney with Hankins Law, LLC, specializing in

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More than 2,000 homes pended in September, with five Central Indiana counties reporting increased sales compared to real estate the same time period last year, according to statistics compiled by F.C. Tucker Company. Overall, September 2014 pended home sales rose 1.1 percent to 2,203 over September 2013, an increase of 25 homes sold in the nine counties that F.C. Tucker tracks. Year-to-date, 22,527 homes pended, a decline of 1,562 homes compared to the same time period in 2013. In Hamilton County last month, pended sales declined to 456 from 481 in September 2013, a difference of 5.2 percent. However, some areas within the county experienced an increase. • Pended home sales decreased in Noblesville. Last month, 100 homes pended, a modest decrease of three homes compared to September 2013. • Of the pended home sales in Noblesville last month, three were priced $500,000 to $999,999; 17 were priced $300,000 to $499,999; 22 were priced $200,000

to $299,999; 51 were priced $100,000 to $199,999; and seven were priced at $99,999 or less. • In Noblesville, the average year-to-date sale price in September was $209,960, an increase of 1.4 percent compared to the same time period last year. • Inventory is moving fast. Last month, homes in Noblesville remained on the market an average of 70 days, which is a decrease of four days from September 2013. • The number of homes for sale in Noblesville is rising. In September 2014, 417 homes were on the market, an increase of 73 homes compared to September 2013. As we move into the final quarter of the year, sales appear healthy. Though sales will likely slow as we settle into the colder months, we believe the Central Indiana housing market will continue to make subtle progress. Jim Litten is the president of F.C. Tucker Company. Comment on this article by e-mailing to editorial@ youarecurrent.com.

Comcast continues growth – As it awaits approval of its merger with Time Warner Cable, Comcast continues to show solid growth, both in profit and in the number of new customers. In the third quarter, the biggest cable provider in the United States posted a 12 percent uptick in earnings, to 73 cents per share, once one-time tax adjustments and merger-related costs were excluded. Analysts had expected 71 cents per share on average. Source CNN Money

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Gods and politics in Athens Agora Commentary by Don Knebel The colonnaded Parthenon atop the flat hill of the Athenian Acropolis is one of the most recognizable structures in the world, Travel epitomizing Classical architecture. But the buildings below the Acropolis were more important to the history of both democracy and Christianity. As early as the seventh century B.C., the lower area northwest of the Acropolis was cleared of houses and reserved for use as an agora (marketplace). After the Greeks defeated the Persians in 480 B.C., Athens became the most important city in Greece and the agora became the center of Athenian life. The agora included buildings where citizens enacted legislation and served as jurors in law cases. It also included temples and monuments to Athens’ pantheon of gods and goddesses, including Apollo, Hephaestus and Aphrodite. The so-called “Altar of the Twelve Gods” established the point from which all distances in Athens were measured. A stone inscription referenced an “unknown god,” reportedly responsible for a devastating plague. West of the Acropolis a marble outcropping known as Mars Hill held the Areopagus, an institution performing various governmental functions over time.

When the Romans conquered Athens in about 88 B.C., they largely retained the buildings and temples of the agora. In the first century, people gathered in the Areopagus to discuss philosophical and political matters. According to the Book of Acts, when Paul visited Athens in about 51 A.D., he was distressed by all the idols he saw being worshipped in the temples. After seeking to make followers of Jesus among people walking about the agora, Paul debated Athenian intellectuals in the Areopagus. He argued that the transcendent God of the Jews was the “unknown god” they had been seeking. A few influential Athenians reportedly accepted Paul’s argument and became Christians. The Athens agora has been maintained as a public site and some of its buildings are remarkably well preserved. A plaque at the base of Mars Hill displays the argument Paul made to the Areopagus, reflecting Christianity’s current status as the state religion of Greece. The precise identities of the “Twelve Gods,” once worshipped at the center of Athens, are long forgotten. Don Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. For the full column visit donknebel. com. You may contact him at news@currentzionsville.com.

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The best choice for breast care and mammograms is also the most convenient. From diagnostic imaging services to expert breast cancer surgeons should you need them, our goal is to make breast care more convenient and comfortable, with the best possible outcomes. Our partnership with the IU School of Medicine means you have access to more innovative therapies and treatment options. Support and education is offered during every phase of treatment. And you’ll find it all right here in Fishers.

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For a complete list of our Breast Care and Imaging services, visit iuhealth.org/breastcareatsaxony. Breast Specialist Services Scheduling: 317.678.4155 Women’s Imaging Services Scheduling: 317.962.3580

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