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Year one: Krista Bocko's eight great causes / P7

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Tuesday November 2, 2010 FREE (From left) Aaron Ransdell, Yevgeny Baburin and Rod Schindler created an eclectic, acoustic group called Tonos Triad.

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It is our position that it is possible to have “smarter government.” While many of our fellow Midwestern states have seen an economic implosion, Indiana has endured. While our unemployment rate is about average for the nation, Hoosiers should take heart because a corporate site selection and relocation trade publication recognized Indiana’s business climate as best in the Midwest and sixth best in the U.S. Indiana scored high in rail and highway accessibility, labor climate, fast-track permitting, business friendliness, and lowest business costs categories. Indiana’s low-cost, pro-business environment has attracted national attention. In May, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and National Chamber Foundation found Indiana to be fourth best in the nation for its business tax and regulatory climate and a leader in private-sector job growth. The good folks at our State Capitol have avoided the siren song of “tax and spend” and have practiced fiscal restraint. Like in the “Field of Dreams,” where it is “build it and they will come”, just provide an environment friendly to business and business will follow. What does commerce bring? Jobs! More and more corporations are relocating to Indiana from elsewhere. To remain globally competitive, we need “smarter government” in Washington. It’s just that simple.

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It is our position that nearly every candidate running for office this election season complains about their opponent receiving “special interest” money to finance campaigns. And, we find it curious that gifts to elected officials are routinely classified as bribes, while gifts to candidates are tolerated by the public as the standard operating procedure. Is it possible to believe that labor unions, big businesses and other special interests graciously part with huge sums of money without expecting (and, perhaps, getting) favors in turn from targets of their largess? Would it be more honest to classify some of these campaign contributions as legal bribes? Many have wrestled with the line-drawing problem of what to consider fair and what not. Would a better strategy allow for an absolute restriction on contribution? With the Internet, public debates and news conferences there are any number of cost-effective methods for a candidate to advance a message. Or would the removal of all restrictions go further to prevent the successful bias of one particularly well-funded subgroup or individual? It is time for serious debate. If all candidates are affected, does that imply that the issue is sufficiently universal to require a universal solution?

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Every week, we will print a portion of the U.S. Constitution, followed by a portion of the Indiana Constitution. We encourage you to benchmark government policies against these bedrock documents. Today: the Indiana Constitution. ARTICLE 2. Suffrage and Election. Section 14. (b) The General Assembly may provide by law for the election of all judges of courts of general and appellate jurisdiction, by an election to be held for such officers only, at which time no other officer shall be voted for. (c) The General Assembly shall provide for the registration of all persons entitled to vote. (History: As Amended March 14, 1881; Amended November 3, 1998).

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ARTICLE 3. Distribution of Powers. Section 1. The powers of the Government are divided into three separate departments; the Legislative, the Executive including the Administrative, and the Judicial: and no person, charged with official duties under one of these departments, shall exercise any of the functions of another, except as in this Constitution expressly provided. ARTICLE 4. Legislative. Section 1. The Legislative authority of the State shall be vested in a General Assembly, which shall consist of a Senate and a House of Representatives. The style of every law shall be: "Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the State of Indiana"; and no law shall be enacted, except by bill.

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Our spies: Elton, Tony to play Palladium Gala

No optic serendipity needed to see Noblesville’s past today

The Palladium Gala, a pricey, red-carpet affair which officially raises the curtain on the overly stunning venue on Jan. 29 with a “dusk to dawn” event, (the likes of which this region never has seen), has a couple surprises in store for attendees, we’re told. Our well-placed spies have relayed to us that Sir Elton John and Tony Bennett are in line to make surprise cameo appearances on the stage of the dazzling concert hall to help commemorate its official opening. This is an incredible coup – HUGE - if our spies are correct. (The Palladium declined comment.) It’s also proof positive that Michael Feinstein, at the very least, is worth every single cent he is being paid. Feinstein’s connections never should be underestimated, and we’re thrilled he has such influence. (And they said it couldn’t happen.) ••• We hope to wake up tomorrow to news that incumbents everywhere were kicked to the curb in an historic taking-out-the-garbage vote. Our wishes: A new class of leadership steps up to protect our individual freedoms and the free-market system that is the envy of the world. ObamaCare would be on the way to having its plug pulled; taxes are headed

Commentary By Zach Dunkin To some extent, I am Gen X-er David Henry in Kurt Meyer’s fascinating novel “Stardust” – despite the fact that I’m maybe a XX ahead of Henry’s generation. I am the outsider from Indy who comes to town frequently and falls hard for what I see on the Courthouse Square and the nearby neighborhoods of restored homes and streets of brick. There’s definitely a sense of place here. If you have never read the Noblesville author’s tale of time travel and romance, and, particularly, if you live in Noblesville and are curious about the way things used to be, run to the library or buy a used copy on Amazon.com. You won’t find one at a local bookstore because, published in 2002, it is out of print. In “Stardust,” David Henry is able to leap into 1893 Noblesville through a crimson red light beam created by the sun coming through a pane of stained glass in the home he’s rehabbing. Optic serendipity. (Kurt’s words, not mine). He falls for Mary Harrison, a free-spirited, yet Victorian lady of the day and ... well, let’s just say it gets complicated. But more than a story of fatal attraction,

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Brian Kelly & Steve Greenberg for cuts well beyond the Bush levels; corporate taxes are headed for elimination; Social Security is planned for a phase-out, replaced with private investment accounts; the departments of education and energy are headed for shuttering; and all aspects of our massive government, especially entitlement programs, go under the knife. It’s a sweet dream, eh? We caution our Republican friends that they may want to temper their excitement over expected victories; we’ve been down this road before. At least with Democrats, we know what to expect: Big spending, big taxes and big mistakes. The Republicans need to be way smarter. The last chance they had, in 1994, was blown. Will history repeat?

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“Stardust” is about Henry’s “affair” with the past and his loathing of the present where progress and technology have all but eradicated the fabric of his 21st century town. He disdains the changes in attitudes, morals and values that come with growth. “The things I’ve wanted most in life – and that you already had – are in Noblesville,” he tells Mary, who takes it all for granted. “It’s not perfect, I know, but perfect is when you start to lose yourself. What’s best is imperfect.” As he urges Mary and others to appreciate what they have, I am reminded of how I react when I visit and see what is still here because of folks like Meyer, whose world revolves around historic buildings, those rehab-happy souls in Old Town and the dedicated folks at the Noblesville Preservation Alliance. They have stopped the bleeding and because of that we can leap back in time like David Henry. No optic serendipity required.

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Interestingly, my other nine-year old (twin brother to Miss Reeksalot) has no odor whatsoever. He can play in the heat and humidity for hours and not see the inside of a shower stall for weeks, and still smells okay. Sure his hair begins to stick up from the build-up of dirt and oil, but he doesn’t yet produce the bacteria that causes body odor. I suppose it’s only a matter of time though. And then, heaven help us. Do they make B.O. detectors, like they do for carbon monoxide? I don’t want to die in the middle of the night from the poisonous gasses emanating from my kids’ bedrooms just down the hall! Enough talk. Something foul this way comes, and I think I know who. Peace out. Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.

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» City maintains AA-bond rating – In 2009, the City of Noblesville’s bond rating was upgraded to AA- by Standard and Poor’s (S&P) Ratings Services and the city has recently received notice that this rating has been maintained. S&P is an independent financial services company that assigns credit ratings for the debt of public and private corporations. Noblesville’s AA- rating is an indication of the city’s fiscal stability. S&P evaluated a variety of factors in order to determine the City of Noblesville’s rating. The higher the rating, the lower the interest rate becomes on city debt. Two factors cited by S&P in supporting the City of Noblesville’s high rating were the city’s “strong income levels” and “extremely strong wealth levels” as well as the city’s “good financial management practices.” » Correction – The polling place for District 38 in Noblesville was listed incorrectly in the Oct. 26 issue of the Current. The correct location is SOS Storage, 15220 Cumberland Road. We apologize for the error.

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COMMENTARY By Danielle Wilson Can we talk B.O.? Not the railroad or the First Dog, but body odor, people. And not mine, because I actually shower on a regular basis and wear deodorant. My children, on the other hand, not so much. Yes, children, as in nine and eleven. What in puberty hell is going on? How can kids stink so badly? I’m not joking. My oldest son and oldest daughter both have horrific B.O., and have for a couple of years now. I used to blame it on milk because they both drink gallons of the stuff a week, and somewhere in the hood I’d heard that it’s full of stench-causing human growth hormones. So I switched to organic dairy, but after three weeks, with no change in aroma and quite a bit more cash out of my pocket, I went back to the steroid milk. Then I talked to our pediatrician. She said that they were both closing in on puberty and

» Marketplace to benefit Agape – Hamilton County Marketplace will donate all of its $1 admission fees at the Nov. 6 show event to the Hamilton County not-forprofit organization, Agape Therapeutic Riding Resources, which operates one of the nation’s largest therapeutic riding centers in Cicero. Agape provides equestrian programs for those with special needs. Dozens of vendors from Indiana’s outdoor festivals and fairs will be selling affordable handmade and popular products including art, jewelry, decorative items, gourmet foods, clothing and crafts. from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. , at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds Exhibition Hall, 2003 Pleasant St. in Noblesville. Parking is free, and the facility is heated. For more information, call 317.770.8050 or visit www.hamiltoncountymarketplace.com.

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Indiana vs. Minnesota? You don't have to go too far for a fall family photo Hoosiers, don’t cha know? Commentary By Leslie Webber If you’ve ever read my little bio at the end of these columns, you may have noticed I’m a photographer. The minute the first leaf turns my schedule fills with families in search of the perfect image for their holiday cards. I promise this column isn’t a thinly veiled ad. I just want to talk to you about that elusive “perfect image.” First, let me say the Indianapolis Museum of Art is really lovely. The grounds provide amazing natural settings for family portraits. Everyone in central Indiana knows it. Same goes for many of the area parks. But guess what? Noblesville is blessed with an abundance of areas that haven’t succumbed to development. We have fields! We have trees! We have fields surrounded by trees! Clients are sometimes skeptical when I suggest they meet me at the back of my neighborhood, which has a pastoral feel. They are pleasantly surprised it was only a five-minute drive, which wasn’t even enough time for anyone to spill juice down the front of them.

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Downtown Noblesville with its many treelined sidewalks and brick streets makes for a charming, more urban background. It’s fun to be able to showcase the charm of your hometown on a holiday card. Once you realize a great setting doesn’t have to mean leaving town, you can relax about your wardrobe, too. It’s great to show up in outfits that don’t clash, but don’t feel the pressure to force everyone into khaki pants and white tops or jeans and matching turtle necks. Unless, of course, that’s how your family normally hits the town. In that case, go for it! If you plan to have children in your picture, just know they’re going to do something squirrely at some point. That’s okay! They’re kids; they’re supposed to. That’s real life and that’s what makes “family pictures” truly about family. Leslie Webber is a Noblesville resident, wife, mother of two very young children and a professional photographer. Visit her Web site at www.lesliewebber.com.

Commentary By Brenda Alexander To a certain extent, our identities are grounded in where we live. I’ve lived half my life in Minnesota and the other half in Indiana. While I identify myself as a Hoosier, Minnesota has imprinted itself on me in subtle ways that indelibly color all my perceptions. Mine is the view of an outsider. And an outsider’s view manifests itself through comparison. In a grudge match, autumn in Indiana crushes Minnesota where numbing cold replaces blazing heat seemingly overnight. And spring bulbs like crocus, daffodils and tulips are poor investments in Minnesota. Since I grew up a farm girl, a lot of my observations focus on rural areas. The stark golden stubble of a newly combined corn field juxtaposed against a weathered red barn produces the same yearning in my heart whether I’m west or east of the Mississippi; but the similarities of a drive in the country end there. Here, all the country roads are paved. There’s no puff of dust from a gravel shoulder to warn you that a truck is approaching over the hill.

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Most roads don’t even have shoulders. Minnesota ditches are so wide they’re bailed; I even learned to drive my brother’s truck in a ditch as he figured starting out there meant I couldn’t accidentally wind up there. And don’t get me started on the differences in topsoil. I’m suspicious of any dirt that isn’t black. The beauty of being an outsider, though, is that you see what insiders often miss. Indiana homesteads are just feet from the roads; whereas Minnesotans push their farm sites to the back of their property and quarter mile driveways are common. Does the length of a driveway say something about the psychology of the people who live there? Hoosiers pride themselves in their hospitality. Perhaps, the proof of this isn’t only found in their welcomes, but also in how far you travel to reach their welcome mats. Brenda Alexander is a freelance writer and resident of Noblesville. You can contact her at AlexanderInk@comcast.net.

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In review: My eight great causes Commentary By Krista Bocko Over the past year, I’ve stirred up a little fury with my thoughts on a few controversial topics. Vaccinations? No sticks, please. Circumcision? No snips either. And, perhaps, divisive topics: Hummers and the oil spill. No, thanks. To celebrate my first anniversary at Current, my editor thought it would be a good idea to compile a list of some of my hot button causes I have written about – a couple of which he reminds resulted in a few cancellation threats which were eventually quelled. Here goes everything: Reduce/Reuse/Recycle/DIY. I’ve written about include reusable bags, glass straws, clothes-line drying cloth diapers, curb shopping, my hippie parties where we make our own body care supplies, and, of course, recycling. No Hummers! Vaccination. My 2-year-old, if we followed the CDC vaccination schedule, would have received 27 sticks so far for a combination of 37 vaccines, an average of 1.5 per month. I can only foresee even more vaxes being added to the already (over) full schedule. Research and challenge with questions. Birth matters. My first column here was on homebirth, which is a valid option for women who want to seek out the alternative to hospital birth. I think all low-risk women would do well to consider it, and there are homebirth midwives who serve this area. Shop local. These business owners are the

people who live and work and give back to your community. It’s so much more satisfying to shop local than to funnel more dollars into yet another chain store or restaurant. Circumcision. More controversy here, but again, it’s worth questioning why this cosmetic procedure is even done with (in most cases) no medical reason. Breastfeeding. Mothers should feel comfortable nursing their babies anytime, anywhere, without fear of harassment, embarrassment, or references to it being ‘creepy’. Community. Here’s to block parties, house parties, book clubs, supper clubs, and just visiting on porches with neighbors. I think we all crave community and are somewhat at a loss to regain what we know intuitively that we’re missing in our lives. I’m trying to make efforts to help create it in my neighborhood, and so are my friends. Soulfulness. I guess this is what it comes down to: being willing to question and change direction when necessary, seeking to go deeper relationally with yourself and others, and being your authentic self. Thanks for reading me whether you agree with me or not. Krista Bocko lives in “Old Town” Noblesville with her husband and four children. She can be reached via her blog at www.cachetwrites. com.

Grant will help with student tour guide project Current in Noblesville The City of Noblesville has received a $23,867 grant from the Department of Interior, National Park Service through the Preserve America grant program. The grant funds will be used to develop a pilot program to promote heritage tourism in Noblesville’s historic downtown. The project will involve high school students serving as docents for six heritage tourism non-profit organizations. The National Parks Service awarded 22 of these grants totaling $1,308,022. With these funds, communities and agencies support preservation efforts through heritage tourism, education, and historic preservation planning. The City will work with the Hamilton County Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Indiana Transportation Museum, the Hamilton East Public Library, Noblesville Main Street, Hamilton County Artists’ Association, the Hamilton County Historical Society, and the Noblesville Preservation Alliance to implement the project. The program will enable many of these organizations to expand their hours of operation and increase visitors’ knowledge of local heritage. “We’ve always been proud of our history,” said Noblesville Mayor John Ditslear, “And thanks to this grant, we can educate both residents and visitors about our great heritage.”

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Noblesville mother, daughter in Clarian ‘name-change’ commercial By Zach Dunkin Current in Noblesville With the natural smile of the typical Midwestern farm girl, Jennifer Bly-Lake looked into the camera and easily recited the lines asked of her, “Because it’s my health,” as she and her 6-yearold daughter Ava brushed and saddled their 11-year-old gelding, Shadow. A couple of hours later, after of dozens of takes of a commercial shoot that began in an unseasonably cold fall morning in Bly-Lake’s horse barn at 7 a.m., the task was complete. It wasn’t exactly the realization of the Noblesville resident’s dream of “really, really, really” becoming a famous actress, but at least her face was on the “talent side” of the camera. The project was a new commercial for Clarian Health, promoting its statewide name change in early 2011 to Indiana University Health. Clarian North Medical Center in Carmel will be named Indiana University Health North Hospital, Jonathan R. Goble, president and CEO, revealed last week. In his search for “ordinary people” across the state to relay Clarian’s message, casting director Jeffrey Miner tapped on his friend and colleague, Bly-Lake, for the commercial. “I figured she’d be perfect for it,” said Miner, a freelancer hired by the national production company Radical Media. The two had worked together in the past, Bly-Lake as a freelance make-up artist and teleprompter operator, a rare combination of talents. She owns Bly Productions Services. “I’m usually on the other side of the camera with production and not the talent of end of it,” said Bly-Lake, warming up inside her two-story, 1895 farmhouse in southwest Hamilton County. “I liked it.” It wasn’t Bly-Lake’s first time in front of the camera. The aspiring actress who majored in telecommunications and minored in

theater at Ball State, moved to Los Angeles to intern at ABC and played on the long-running “General Hospital” soap opera before making the switch to production She is one of a handful of “real” Hoosiers being used in the commercials, which will air in January. “There’ll be several different actors from all over Indiana like me saying lines like “because it’s my health” or “ because I’m important” or “because it should be about me,” she said. “Jeffrey is finding all kinds of people with different lifestyles.” The Indianapolis-based hospital system, which has 16 hospitals across the state, is changing its name to a more easily identifiable tag. After all, I.U. is the school that trains most of the doctors and the nurses in Indiana. Clarian plans to keep the names of its historic hospitals, such as Riley and Methodist in Indianapolis, but rename its newer ones such as Clarian North. The changeover will be implemented in the first quarter of 2011.

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(Above Left) The production crew from Radical Media wraps it up. (Above Right) Ava, a 6-year-old first grader at Noble Crossing Elementary School appeared in her first commercial. (Right) Jennifer Bly-Lake, owner of Bly Production Services, with her 11-year-old gelding, Shadow.

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Local musicians push musical boundaries with new ‘Typewriters and Tarantulas’ CD By Krista Bocko Current in Noblesville They had no name, and they didn’t know how to play their instruments. But that didn’t stop two friends and a fellow guitar teacher from forming an eclectic, acoustic trio for accordion, upright bass and classical guitar that pushes the boundaries of genre and resists definition. Call it “jazzpop Eurofolk,” for a lack of a better label. The Noblesville-based Tonos Triad does. Tonos (an ancient Greek musical concept about tension and pitch) and Triad (a three-note chord) is a name the threesome gave themselves when they needed one for their first gig in 2007 at an annual dinner for the Noblesville Preservation Alliance at Forest Park. The name stuck, and three years later the threesome is poised to release its second full-length recording, “Typewriters & Tarantulas” at a CD release party Nov. 5 at Radio Radio in Fountain Square, near downtown Indianapolis. “This new album has pushed more of those boundaries,” says Aaron Ransdell, the trio’s bass player. “We’ve got a reggae-ish vibe, the drop-D heavy metal, funk, and mixed in with that funky trilogy is a cowboy thing -- some rockabilly.” It’s definitely a long way from the “Irish-sounding drinking songs” Ransdell and Noblesville resident Rod Schindler played four years ago. “That’s all we knew,” said Ransdell. Schindler bought his first accordion for $80 out of the back of a van in a Steak ‘n Shake parking lot in Anderson. Ransdell, an old friend Schindler had known since their days as security guards at the Indianapolis Museum of Art in 2002, met guitarist Yevgeny Baburin when Baburin brought his guitar into the music shop to get it restrung. They all had guitar -playing and teaching in common, but picked up different instruments for the band. Influenced by the accordion-guitar-violin group Tin Hat Trio, Schindler chose accordion (he has since graduated to a full size vintage accordion he purchased on eBay). Ransdell wanted the experience of playing a fretless instrument, so, he began with the cello and later switched to upright bass. Baburin had never played classical guitar, and a guitarist wasn’t even in the band’s original plans, but “Yev has a unique style and similar tastes and was a good fit,” Ransdell explained.

CD RELEASE PARTY Where: Radio Radio, 1119 Prospect St., Indianapolis When: Doors 8 p.m., show 9 p.m., Nov. 5. Cover: $5. CD’s: $5 at the show. Opening act: The Accordions with magic and comedy by Ryan Siebert at intermission. Website for Radio Radio: www.futureshock.net

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(From left) Rod Schindler, Aaron Ransdell and Yevgeny Baburin are as comfortable in a club setting like Indy's Melody Inn, a room Schindler describes as "a delightfully scummy place, creepy and cool all at the same time," as in the classic Hilbert Circle Theatre.

Schindler, who teaches guitar (wife Amy teaches piano) at Schindler School of Music in Noblesville, plays mandolin and drums, in addition to accordion. He enjoys the process of collaboration in building a song. “The fun thing about it for me is figuring out what the instrumentation is going to be,” he said. “ The band’s energy and passion for what they do is unmistakable. When asked why they do this, Ransdell responded: “Why wouldn’t we do this? We get to wear suits. We look cool. Playing music is what I have to do to feel like a person.” “There are no agendas,” added Baburin.“ It’s just for people’s enjoyment.” And the most difficult thing about what they do? “Getting paid for it,” Baburin answered with a laugh. Fountain Square’s First Friday events draw foot traffic, art, artists, musicians and people that “get it,” said Schindler. The band

tonos triad trivia • Artist William Lawson, who lives in Wheeler Arts Community in Fountain Square, designed the cover for “Typewriters & Tarantulas.” He collects them both. • Aaron Ransdell calls his upright “Val,” short for Valencia. • For more information and to purchase the new CD, visit www.tonostriad.com or on Facebook. • CD’s are available for online digital download, for purchase at the show at Radio Radio at Indy CD & Vinyl (www. indycdandvinyl.com) or at Luna music (www.lunamusic.net).

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considers it somewhat of a birthplace. “It’s where we got the idea for putting the band together,” added Ransdell. “It’s where we met the artists who did our (album) artwork. We played in coffee shops and started building a fan base.” On the other hand, the band is just as comfortable playing in a club as in a symphony hall like the Hilbert Circle Theater, where the band will play a series of dates next spring. That’s quite a leap from the early days when the trio played anywhere it could for free with a repertoire of only five or six songs -- repeating some of them the same night. “We used to have to constantly seek out bookings,” recalled Ransdell. “Now people come to us.”

schlindler school of music What: Founding their school in 2004, Rod Schindler teaches guitar and Amy Schindler teaches piano to more than 60 students of all age and skill levels. “Our business model is different from the drop-and-drive music stores,” said Rod Schindler. “We know our families pretty well. They come here to sit on the porch. There’s room to sit and listen in and not be obtrusive. Parents can walk downtown. That was part of my vision, to give lessons in a place where I would like to be.” Where: 1039 Logan St., Noblesville Info: 317.774.8228, theschindlerschool@gmail.com Rates: $20 per lesson, sibling discount of $5 per lesson

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DISPATCHES » Town meetings begin Nov. 9 – Noblesville Schools will host a series of town meetings throughout the school year to give the community an opportunity to meet with school officials and board members, get an update on the status of building projects, learn about issues facing the school district, and ask questions. The first meeting will be at 7 p.m. Nov. 9 at Hazel Dell Elementary School. The meetings are open to the community. Other meetings: Nov. 11 - 7 p.m. - White River Elementary School Nov. 29 - 6 p.m. - Noblesville Intermediate SchoolJan. 11 - 7 p.m. - Forest Hill Elementary School Jan. 12 - 7 p.m. - Stony Creek Elementary Feb. 1 - 7 p.m. - North Elementary School March 8 - 6:30 p.m. - Noble Crossing Elementary School April 12 - 7 p.m. - Hinkle Creek Elementary School » Deadline set for immunization records – After extending the deadline to allow parents additional time to meet the new immunization requirements mandated by the State of Indiana, Superintendent Dr. Libbie Conner has set the final deadline for immunization records to be turned in to the school nurse as Dec. 17. No child will be allowed to return to school for the start of the second semester unless his or her immunization record is complete. This deadline will not be extended. » Fundraiser at Culver’s – The Stony Creek Elementary PTO will host a “Spirit Night” to raise funds from 5-7 p.m. Nov. 3 at Culver’s restaurant, 557 Westfield Road. Noblesville Schools Superintendent Dr. Libbie Conner and Stony Creek Principal Heidi Karst will serve guests from 5-5:30 p.m. Teachers and staff also will be serving throughout the evening. The PTO will receive a percentage of proceeds from in-store sales. » Protocol training dates – All Guerin Catholic volunteers must complete a background check and complete protocol training, which is valid for five years, prior to helping in the school or on campus. The next few training dates for Guerin Catholic volunteers will be Nov. 8 and Dec. 6, both at 6:30 p.m. Class will be held in the Administrative Conference Room in the main office of the school. Contact Laurie Walsh, RN at (317) 582-0120, ext. 234 to reserve a space.

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Believe it or not, the downward school year slope approaches Commentary By Jenna Larson The school year has a cycle. Seriously. In August, everyone trudges through the halls with new notebooks in hand, forced to begin yet another fresh semester. There are only a couple of weeks until Labor Day, which grants everyone a well-deserved three-day weekend. Then, it’s back to the old grind…for weeks on end. That’s the slowest stretch of time, September through October. The months really drag on and it’s easy to get bored with classes and overwhelmed with ceaseless assignments. Then, comes that joyous recess we all like to call Fall Break. It’s just a few days long, but it’s incredible what that small pause does to a high schooler’s work ethic. Plus, once Halloween hits, students can breathe a deep sigh of relief and know that the longest and most painfully dull stretch of the school year is out of the way. It’s all downhill from here. A few weeks of class, then Thanksgiving Break. A few more weeks, then Winter Break. Once second semester hits, things fly by at impeccable speeds. There are some Monday holidays sprinkled in the mix, add Spring Break, then, once everyone gets past prepping for prom and preparing for AP exams, it’s all over. The calendar flips to some carefree summer months before resetting again in August. My point? Fellow students, you can relax now. The year will only get better. We’re past the worst and most monotonous weeks. It sounds cheesy, but I think there’s always something to look forward to – a light at the end of the tunnel. High schoolers, the end is in sight. Seniors, take time to appreciate your last semester-and-a-half here in good old Noblesville. Juniors, start to mentally prepare for that shock to the system that embodies senior year. Sophomores and freshmen, hang tight; you’ll get there. Students everywhere rejoice. We made it past October! Jenna Larson is a junior at Noblesville High School and is opinions editor for The Mill Stream.

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Make time to address stress PARENTING By Michele Grossman If you are old enough to read this, you have experienced stress. We are all familiar with the usual stressors: school, social pressures, family conflicts, physical changes. Add to these the technology that enables us to be connected to one another 24/7. This can be a good thing; humans are social beings and need social ties. But for most people, especially young people, it’s hard to ignore the ringing/vibrating of the cell phone. We end up dividing our attention among several things at once. The most recent scientific studies say that we can’t give high quality attention to more than one thing at a time. That feeling of being spread too thin adds another layer of stress. We live in a society that promotes competition and strives for excellence. Competition is good for generating excellence. It is also good for generating anxiety. We need to equip our children with coping skills as early as possible. Help them identify their emotions and discuss healthy responses to anger and frustration. Teach them to speak up for themselves in a respectful way. Let

them know you have their back, always. Teach them how to relax in beneficial ways. Too many of us model crashing in front of the TV, eating junk food, drinking, or smoking as a way to relax and unwind from the day. Get outside as a family. Go for a walk. Play Frisbee. Exercising, taking a warm bath, playing an instrument, reading, board games, or doing a craft or hobby can be an outlet. Every day we should all make time for something that is just for fun. If we don’t show our children positive ways of relieving stress, they are more likely to engage in unhealthy behavior. Our goal for ourselves and our children should be that of balance; we need to nurture all the parts of ourselves to be healthy people raising healthy children. Michele Grossman is mother of three children who lives with her husband in Noblesville. She is a teacher at Country Children’s House Montessori Preschool. Contact her with your questions and suggestions at michele. grossman1@sbcglobal.net.

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By Margaret Sutherlin Current in Noblesville Songwriter Hoagy Carmichael’s life and music comes alive in the new and original production “Stardust Memories” by the Actor’s Theatre of Indiana. Wilson The production is a simple one, where the music is the focus of the story and props are sparse, and the Actor’s Theatre staging, is the first time “Stardust Memories” has ever been performed. This particular performance is just the first imaginings of what participants hope will grow into a much fuller and developed production. “The music is so wonderful and I hope we can bring his music back to life,” said Cynthia Collins, writer and director of “Stardust Memories”, and Actor’s Theatre of Indiana co-founder. “I really want to introduce his music, because a lot people probably didn’t know he wrote so many of the songs they know, and to really and bring an awareness that he’s from Indiana and so brilliant and unique in his own right.” Following a tradition of the Actor’s Theatre of Indiana to present pieces that reflect musicians and individual performer’s lives, “Stardust Memories” is certainly a reflection on Carmichael’s successes and troubles, as seen through his music. Told through Hoagy and his close

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friend and fellow musician Bix Beiderbecke, the two men travel back through Carmichael’s life to see the origin of his music and his artistic and personal relationships. Born and raised in Indiana, Carmichael contributed some of the classic American standards of his day. He studied at Indiana University and remained very involved in the state that so often influenced his music. As one of the token great American songbook musicians from Indiana, the timing of the Carmichael performance is quite in relation to the Actor’s Theatre Cole Porter production. “Terry Wilson and I said, let’s do Hoagy, because no one does,” said Collins. “Don’t get me wrong, everyone loves Cole Porter, but Hoagy is so underrated. He was a true Hoosier. He lived here and Indiana was always a part of him, and he never forgot it.”

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Swinging bachelor Ken (voice of Michael Keaton) is smitten when he spots Barbie (voice of Jodi Benson) in “Toy Story 3.”

DVDs By Chris Lloyd The first “Toy Story” effectively launched the computer animation revolution, and by the time the sequel came out four years later, the war was over. “Toy Story 3,” arriving 11 years after the second film, is like the return of the conquering emperor to survey his domain. After spooning up more than $1 billion in box office sales, it’s clear that despite challenges from some upstarts, Pixar remains the animation king. “Toy Story 3” takes place in roughly real time. Andy is now a grown man about to depart for college, leaving Woody (Tom Hanks), Buzz Lightyear (Tim Allen), Jessie the Cowgirl (Joan Cusack) and the rest of the gang uncertain about their fate. After some misadventures, they end up at Sunnyside Day Care, where a cuddly bear named Lotso (Ned Beatty) calls the shots. At first it looks heaven for old toys, what with the

never-ending supply of children needing toys to play with. But before long a nasty pecking order is revealed, and the toys long to go home – even if it means a lengthy downtime in the attic. Besides Lotso, the other top new addition to the mix is Ken (Michael Keaton), the original metrosexual. When he’s not acting as the big bear’s right-hand flunky, Ken is obsessed with collecting every fashion accessory available – until he lays his plastic eyes on Barbie, of course. Fun, adventurous and with a strong dose of pathos, “Toy Story 3” reminds us what a great golden age of animation in which we find ourselves. Grade: A-minus Read more of Chris Lloyd’s review of current films and DVD’s at www.captaincritic.blogspot.com or www.TheFilmYap.com.

DISPATCHES » ‘North Star’ program reopens – Conner Prairie’s award-winning “Follow the North Star” program, a dramatic reenactment of the fears and challenges faced by Indiana’s runaway slaves, resumes Nov. 4. In the 90-minute program, participants play the parts of runaway slaves on the Underground Railroad as they search for freedom. The program begins from 7:30-8:30 p.m. Nov. 4-6, 11-13 and 18-20. Cost is $19 per person ($16/member), and reservations are required. Call 317.776.6006 or visit www. connerprairie.org for more information. Conner Prairie is located at 13400 Allisonville Road, Fishers.

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Destination weddings: say ‘I do’ from afar TRAVEL By Tracy Line Picture yourself saying “I Do” on a sandy beach in a lush tropical garden or on the deck of a cruise ship. It’s possible with a destination wedding. Destination weddings are on the rise. Of the 2.4 million wedding ceremonies performed annually, 16 percent take place in an exotic locale. This equates to 384,000 destination weddings a year, a number that has quadrupled in the last decade. It’s not so hard to understand why. Savings is a major reason. A destination wedding is typically less expensive than a traditional one. With travel involved, many couples whittle their guest list down to their closest family and friends. The cost of the honeymoon is filtered in with the price of the wedding. And, many resorts offer free services or venues when you marry on their property (in hopes you’ll purchase a photography package or have a reception in their facilities). Less stress is another motivator. Planning a traditional wedding takes patience, time and a handful of guesswork. Those opting for a

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destination wedding often secure the help of a destination wedding planner or travel agent for little to no extra cost. Doing so is not only easier, it’s smart. The last thing a bride needs is for everything to fall apart because she didn’t properly obtain the marriage license or know that she and her witnesses had to arrive to their destination three days prior to the ceremony. An expert ensures all details are handled, and that you’re getting the best rates possible. Last but not least, a destination wedding is a fun way to tie the knot. What a magical way to celebrate a monumental event. Popular spots to marry include Las Vegas, Hawaii, Florida, Jamaica, the US Virgin Islands and Mexico. For details on destination weddings, consult a wedding coordinator, destination wedding planner, or travel agent. Tracy Line is a travel agent for Family Vacations in Noblesville, and also a travel writer. Contact her at 317-770-2211, ext 312, or Tracy@familyvacations.com.

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This month, Z’s Restaurant will be celebrating their third anniversary at their Indianapolis location. Featuring as a seafood and steakhouse, Z’s is rated locally as a four star restaurant. Z’s offers seafood flown in daily from the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans, Hawaii, and coasts of Asia. Their steaks are only served Prime, and their lunch menu offers ‘the best burger in town’, made from Prime beef. Z’s motto is “Simply prepared and elegantly served.” They strive to elevate the life quality of their guests by providing the best food possible. The restaurant sees customers of late twenties to seventies in age. Private dining rooms are provided for business functions, wedding receptions, rehearsals and dinners. With award winning wine, Z’s has been voted one of the most romantic restaurants in Indianapolis. Complete with a lounge and patio for outdoor dining, Z’s creates a dining experience beyond expectations. 6220 Castleway W. Drive Indianapolis, IN 46250 Reservations and Information: (317) 644-8000 http://www.zsoyster.com/

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RECIPES By Molly Herner I still have lingering, unripe tomatoes in my garden. They probably won’t have time to ripen before the frost hits them, so, here is my solution to that problem: fry them up. It’s probably your summer garden’s final treat. Sprinkle with a bit of salt and serve the tomatoes for breakfast, or as an appetizer with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkling of chopped chives. Molly Herner, is the baker/pastry chef at Matteo’s Ristorante Italiano. You may email her at odette05@ aol.com.

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Ingredients • Green tomatoes • Panko crumb breading • Salt/pepper • 1 egg beaten • Vegetable oil Instructions 1. Fill the bottom of a large skillet about 1/4 of the way with vegetable oil. 2. Put the pan over med-high heat and let the oil heat up. It’s ready for frying if you sprinkle a few crumbs in it and they bubble rapidly. 3. Slice tomatoes thickly and sprinkle them with salt and pepper. 4. Immerse the slices in the beaten egg and then in the panko crumbs until fully covered. 5. Fry the slices in the hot oil for about 1 minute on each side, or until they float in the oil and are nicely browned. Only fry a few at a time or the oil will lose its correct temperature.

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THEATRE White Christmas

The Christmas holidays arrive early at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, 9301 N. Michigan Road, with Irving Berlin’s “White Christmas,” continuing through Nov. 21. Based on the favorite Paramount Pictures film, the musical tells the story of two entertaining Army buddies who pay tribute to their former general by putting on a show in his picturesque, but struggling, Vermont inn. Tickets range from $35 to $58. Price includes a buffet, with a fruit and salad bar, unlimited coffee, tea and lemonade. For reservations and show times, call the box office at 317.872.9664 or visit www.beefandboards.com.

The Little Mermaid

The Pyramid Players presentation of the stage adaptation of the classic Hans Christian Andersen tale, “The Little Mermaid,” continues through Nov. 6 at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre. The production is 1 hour long without intermission. Performances are for all ages, but offered particularly for children in preschool through sixth grade. Children will have the opportunity to meet the after each show for pictures and autographs. Tickets are $12.50 and include a snack. Performances are at 10 a.m. on Fridays and at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturdays. For reservations, contact the box office at 317.872.9664 or visit the theater’s web site, www.beefandboards.com.

ART Community Creates

The Hamilton County Artists’ Association’s “Community Creates,” showcasing professional and non-professional art in all mediums, Nov. 5-26 at the Hamilton County Art Center & Birdie Gallery, 195 S. 5th St., Noblesville. Gallery hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Open house is 6- 9 p.m. Nov. 5. For more information call 317. 776.2278 or visit. www. hcaa-in.org.

Hamilton County Artist Exhibit

The Hamilton County Artists Association has its annual art exhibit, Nov. 1-13, at the Noblesville Library. Hours are 9 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 1:30-5 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call 317.877.0290.

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THEATRE Stardust Memories

Actors Theatre of Indiana will present “Stardust Memories: The Life and Music of Hoagy Carmichael” Nov. 4 and 5 at 8 p.m. The concerts will take place at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Indiana History Centre in the Frank and Katrina Basille Theater at 450 West Ohio Street, Indianapolis. Tickets are $25 each. For more information or reservations, call 669-7983 or visit www. actorstheatreofindiana.org.

The Belle of Amherst

Carrie Schlatter of Irvington will bring to life the words of Dickinson when she appears as the famed American poet in Civic Theatre’s production of “The Belle of Amherst” Nov. 4-14 at Marian University (3200 Cold Spring Road). Tickets can be purchased by calling 923-4597 or visiting www.CivicTheatre. org. Additionally, Schlatter will participate in “Cake and Conversation at the Theatre” following the Nov. 7 performance. At no extra cost, attendees can enjoy an insightful discussion of Dickinson’s life and work with Schlatter, Director Robert J. Sorbera, Dickinson scholar Dr. Hilene Flanzbaum of Butler University and artist Rita Spalding.

LIVE MUSIC Mickey’s Irish Pub

The following performances and events will take place this week at Mickey’s Irish Pub, 13644 N. Meridian Street. For more information call 573-9746. Friday – The Bishops Saturday – The Late Show

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The following musical acts will be playing live at Mo’s Irish Pub, 13193 Levinson Lane in the Hamilton Town Center, Noblesville. For more information, call (317) 770-9020. Nov. 5 – Through Being Cool Nov. 6 – Sour Mash Nov. 12 – Bishops Nov. 13 – Something Rather Naughty Nov. 19 – Loo Abby Nov. 20 – Blonde Sonja Nov. 26 – Forte Nov. 27 – Greta Speaks

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Five tips to cure that spooky gym-a-phobia FITNESS By April Conard Well, you survived another season for ghosts and goblins, but there it sits, like a haunted house: the FITNESS FACILITY! Oo-oo-oo-oo! Joining a gym can be a frightening experience. Fear of the unknown is something most everyone experiences. If you asked the majority of the people who are members of a gym, chances are they will tell you that they were nervous when they first joined. Anxiety can stem from what to wear to locker room etiquette to making a fool of yourself on the equipment. So, what can you do about that “gym-a-phobia?” Here are a few tips: • Set up an appointment with a personal trainer who can show you how to work the machines. • Join a gym with a friend or family member, who can help ease any apprehension you may have.

• Select a gym which makes you feel comfortable. Approaching an aerobics instructor with a question should not send you into a panic. You shouldn’t have to muster up courage just to ask the desk staff for a towel. • Do not be intimidated by the weight room. Just walk in there and grab the weights you need. Who cares if you are only using 5-pound weights and the guy next to you is curling 50 pounds for each bicep.? • Spend less time worrying about what others think and more time concentrating on what you are doing. Contract those abs and make each repetition count. As a side note, Halloween is over, so get rid of the candy. It’s nothing but empty calories.

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DISPATCHES » Planning a pregnancy? – Learn everything you need to know to prepare your mind, body and spirit for pregnancy from Polly Trainor, MD, FACOG, a board certified OB/Gyn and the mother of 6 boys, beginning at 6 p.m. Nov. 11 at the Riverview Medical Arts Building, 14540 Prairie Lakes Drive, Noblesville. Light refreshments will be served. To register or for more information, call 317.770.5835. » New pediatric physician at Community – Joss Langevin, D.O., has joined Community Physicians of Noblesville, a Community Physicians of Indiana office. As a pediatric physician, Dr. Langevin will provide care for children of all ages. He is especially interested in treating children for sports medicine issues, childhood obesity and behavioral problems in young children. Community Physicians of Noblesville is located in the Community Health Pavilion at the Hamilton Healthcare Campus, 9669 E. 146th Street, Suite 250, Noblesville. Dr. Langevin is accepting new patients. For more information or to schedule an appointment with him, call 317.621.9926 or log onto their website at www.noblesvillefamilydocs.com.

Worried about strokes? Nattokinase to the rescue HEALTH By Carol Rossetti, N.D. Nattokinase is a potent fibrinolytic (anticlotting) enzyme extracted and highly purified from boiled soy beans. It supports healthy blood pressure without side effects. It has been used in folk medicine for over 1,000 years for the heart and vascular disease. Research has shown it to have four times greater fibrinolytic activity than TPA, Tissue Plasminogen Activator, given to patients within 2 hours of suffering a stroke. In 1980, Dr. Hiroyuki Sumi at the University of Chicago Medical School discovered that Nattokinase, supports healthy blood circulation and is effective for preventing blood clots from forming and for dissolving clots that have already formed. It does this by reducing the level of fibrin. Since our chances of developing a blood clot increases with age, it would make sense to me to take a supplement such as Nattokinase for 90 days every year as part of your overall wellness program. That is, if you are not already taking a blood thinner. Nattokinase comes without any significant

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Gift tax increase for 2011 could hurt small businesses, farms This is the third of a series of articles on the impact of the expiring Bush tax cuts. By Brenda Alexander Current in Noblesville As we approach the end of the year and the season of giving, failure to extend the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Reconciliation Act (EGTRRA) of 2001 and the Jobs and Growth Tax Relief Reconciliation Act (JGTRRA) of 2003 – the so-called Bush Tax Cuts – past 2010 may dampen the philanthropic spirit. Did you know that: • Estate taxes, which were dormant in 2010, are scheduled to far surpass even the 2009 rate (45 percent with 3.5 million exemption) topping out at 55 percent with a $1 million exemption. A married couple with an estate worth over $2 million would pay 55 percent of that estate as taxes. • Currently dormant, the Generation-Skipping Tax (GST), which is levied on top of the gift or estate tax when assets are transferred to grandchildren, will also return to 55 percent with a $1 million exemption. For every $100 inherited, $30.25 would be left after this double-whammy tax.

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• Gift taxes will increase from 35 percent on lifetime taxable gifts over $1 million to 55 percent in 2011. Two million dollars might seem like a lot to leave to your heirs. But when you consider the impact of such a high tax on small family businesses and farms, you might question whether this tax is achieving its original intent. Believing that an economic aristocracy is contrary to American values, this tax was originally intended to maintain the middle class while minimizing the transfer of large estates from one generation to the next. Teddy Roosevelt felt that the “man of great wealth owes a peculiar obligation to the state.” Unfortunately, this tax frequently affects small family-owned businesses and farms, which have very few liquid assets. Heirs must either sell assets like land, buildings, and equipment or take out massive loans to pay the 55 percent tax. Sales often bring in under-market offers and employees and families lose their livelihood. Many feel this tax works against the American values of hard work, thriftiness, and providing for future generations.

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Address: 6220 Edenshall Lane, Noblesville. Neighborhood: Lockhaven. Year built: 2006 Style: Retro-bungalow. Rooms: 3 bedrooms, 2 ½ baths, great room, dining room, kitchen, breakfast room, loft, 23 x 20 bonus room, laundry room. Strengths: Spacious home (3,200-plus square feet) features a main floor master suite, bright two-story great room with an entire wall of windows, fireplace and built-ins. Gourmet kitchen has central island, breakfast bar, warm wood cabinets, Cambria counters, stainless steel appliances, custom tile back splash and butler’s pantry. Separate upstairs loft and bonus room, three-car garage, custom blinds throughout, security system, surround sound, and many upgraded fixtures. Weaknesses: Quarterly homeowners association fee of $240. Listed by: Jane Lofton-Wells of Prudential Indiana Realty Group, 317.595.2100 (office) or 317.509.4663 (direct).

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Life Centers, a local non-profit that helps women in unplanned pregnancies, has opened its ninth location, this one for Hamilton County residents. It occupies the same building as the Center for Women’s Ministries in Westfield, a non-profit organization which offers counseling services and clothing at reduced prices. Volunteers and staff administer free services, including pregnancy tests, ultrasounds, confidential peer counseling, 24-hour Help Line calls, maternity support and postabortion healing groups. “We are aware of the growing need for free services to women in unplanned pregnancies in Hamilton County,” Brian Boone, Life Centers president and CEO, said. “We’re grateful that now these women, teens and their families will have closer access to our life-affirming outreach. “This location provides a private setting, comfortable atmosphere, close proximity to local Hamilton County schools, and easy access to U.S. 31 and Highway 32. Sharing space with the Center for Women’s Ministry is a natural partnership. Life Centers previously operated a center in Westfield that served women and families in Hamilton County until that building closed in 2007 with the anticipation of relocation. Community members are invited to the open houses, Nov. 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. and Nov. 14 from 1-3 p.m. Visitors are encouraged to bring diaper donations

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ings lighter shades than the walls. This helps give the impression of visually taller walls or a higher ceiling. Patterned carpets or light background wall coverings will also help give a smaller room a feeling of depth and visual interest. Adding a framed mirror, or even mirroring an entire wall, can visually double the room size. But please be sure to note what the mirrors will reflect. If it’s an eyesore, you’ll double that, too. One of the many benefits of smaller rooms, is that you will always feel cozy and comfortable. So, take a few of these ideas into consideration when you create the inviting, warm and expansive look you want in your own small space. Noblesville residents and business partners Sue Pelley and JoAnne North operate Decorating Den Interiors. Design segments featuring Pelly have aired on HGTV. Pelley can be contacted at: suepel@ sbcglobal.net.

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Ladybug, ladybug, don't fly yet GARDENING By Holly Lindzy Dear ladybugs congregating at my house, Just dropping you a line to welcome you and wish you well during your stay. This time of year can be rough for you, I know. A misunderstood and well-intentioned creature, you folks are the buzz of many a conversation I overhear these days. In fact, just yesterday, I heard a woman denounce the need for you guys and, well, I must say that I simply had to refute. Some people just don’t get it. For instance, I know that you guys are just congregating to find a warm place to overwinter, and you’ll need a spot to be safe until the spring comes. You are no harm to any human, and, in fact, once lively again, you will continue to devour other (more pesky) insects such as aphids, which helps keep our ecosystem in check. Thank you for that, by the way. Even your little babies are voracious predators, the brave soul. So, I think it would be the least I could do to let you be when I see you guys hanging out in the warm spots of the house. What’s even cooler is that you guys have your own natural protection against predators, with your brightly hued bodies. Even the little kids in the neighborhood want to be just like you for Halloween. I know that you are actually a beetle and that might freak some kids out, so I’ll just

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49. Dutch treat at the Cheese & Gourmet Gallery 51. Up in the air 52. SS Peter & Paul Cathedral recess 56. Victory Field strike caller 57. Monon Center waterpark goer’s goal, maybe 59. Hoosier who was Bush’s VP 61. See 16-Across 66. Unwind film 67. Indianapolis Star news bit 68. Name on Purdue’s football stadium 69. Comment to an IRT audience 70. Gets the picture 71. Intersected Down 1. Center of activity 2. Not waste 3. Circle City Chess Club piece 4. Petty quarrel 5. Stately trees along North Meridian Street 6. Kona Jack’s garland 7. Hunan Chinese Restaurant lamp 8. “Much ___ About Nothing” 9. Subject of psychoanalysis 10. PNC Bank offering: ___ deposit box 11. UIndy term paper footnote abbr. 12. Westfield HS student’s book 15. Decorates a cake at Roselyn Bakeries

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33. United Nations kid’s grp. 34. Type of Noblesville HS pitcher 35. Perspiring at Cardinal Fitness 37. The Guess Who song: “___ Eyes” 40. Something to chew on at Fair Oaks Farm 41. El ___ De Tala Mexican Restaurant 42. Attempt 44. Indianapolis’ NBA foe

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47. 29-Down’s mate 48. Annual May event: ___ Marathon 50. Face-off 52. Shade of blue 53. Morty’s Comedy Joint groaners 54. Wrap at Amber Indian Restaurant 55. Ogled 57. Big plant at Habig Garden Shop

58. Kind of race 60. “The Bob & Tom Show” news director, Kristi ___ 62. Had a burrito at Queso Blanco 63. ___ Jones Expressway 64. James Whitcomb Riley’s words of praise 65. Carmel Racquet Club court divider

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