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Making a list By Leslie Webber Current in Noblesville Although the Thanksgiving table hasn’t been cleared, downtown Noblesville retailers are ready to help you welcome the holidays. We visited shops on the Historic Square to see what store owners have to offer that is uniquely Noblesville. If you’re still making your holiday lists, we have 10 suggestions to make shopping easy right in our community.

For the jewelry lover Forgotten typewriter keys are turned into jewelry by Lafayette, Indiana artist Cama Darr. Giving the keys new life, Darr creates bookmarks, bracelets, necklaces and rings. The pieces range from $19-$75 and can be purchased at A Corner Cottage, 895 Conner Street.

For the Colts fan Colts clothing and jewelry are sure to be a hit, but it can be hard to find something that appeals to the female fan. Martha Janes, 50 N. 9th Street, offers a full line of feminine Colts gear and accessories. Even the tiniest fan can root for the Colts decked out in a rhinestone encrusted onesie. Prices range from $10-70.

For the coffee or tea lover Who doesn’t need a little extra caffeine to keep pace throughout the busy holiday season? A gift basket filled with coffee beans in flavors like Snickerdoodle, Sticky Buns, Blueberry Crumble or Southern Pecan will be a welcomed gift. Noble Coffee and Tea Company carries coffee in a variety of flavors, ranging in price from $6.95-$12.95. The tea lover will be easy to shop for with teas by Republic of Tea and Haney and Sons as well as special tea infusion baskets.

For a new family member Babies can make the holidays even more exciting. A custom canvas tile is a gift that can commemorate a first holiday. Ann Page, the Noblesville artist behind Penny Pickles hand paints custom or themed tiles. Individual tiles begin at $18 and can be ordered directly through Ann at www. pennypickles.net. The shops will offer plenty of sales, by the way, during the final First Friday event of the year on the evening of Dec. 4.

We offer 10 suggestions for holiday shopping on Historic Square For the book lover Jane Mills, owner of The Wild Bookstore , 884 Logan St., recommends several titles to please any reader of any age. According to “Miss Jane,” books make a wonderful gift because they can be enjoyed for years to come. Childhood favorites and new releases for grown ups range in price from $9-$17.

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For the collector Noblesville artist Deb Wofford has her new line of hand-carved Christmas spoons ready for the season at her Originals Art Gallery, 871 Conner St. The spoons come in five designs – penguin, poinsettia, Christmas tree,winter sled and new this year a reindeer– all ready to be hung on the tree. Wofford creates only one design each year and paints and numbers it. Then the design is retired. The Christmas spoons are $32, and Deb’s other hand-crafted spoons start at $20.

For the family Personalized signs with a touch of nostalgia make a great family gift. Meissenburg Designs creates signs that cover just about every leisure activity imaginable. Sports, recreation, lake cottages, pools and lodges are highlighted on signs with a retro feel that can be personalized with names and places. A Corner Cottage carries the signs exclusively and prices range from $69-$150.

Know someone who loves stumbling upon just the right lamp or is always in search of the perfect throw pillow? The Linden Tree, 856 Logan Street, has gifts to please anyone who enjoys making their home their own. We found a variety of decorating ideas and accessories to accommodate any budget.

For the Millers fan Noblesville Miller fans will be able to show off their team spirit with school pendants. Martha Janes has several styles of Miller necklaces, most under $20.

For the host Specialty glasses, artisan-crafted stoppers, and wine tasting kits make great gifts and can be found at The Linden Tree. Photos by Leslie Webber

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It is our position that any Noblesville Schools building should close for at least one day when a large portion of its constituents call in sick, presumably due, in part, to H1N1 flu. With the Presidential declaration of a National State of Emergency due to H1N1, Noblesville school administrators would be well-served to take the opportunity to cancel classes when a significant absence rate plagues any of its school. Whether due to H1N1 or the seasonal flu, a considerable absence rate could easily suggest that the school building might be contaminated. We think it would be prudent to cancel class for one to two days in order that the school could be thoroughly cleaned and sterilized. We understand that financial pressure drives schools to stay open, yet, closures could decrease the overall future absence rate and thereby promote the school staying open. We also understand that Noblesville district schools are thoroughly committed to teach our kids, and therefore keep the education process rolling by keeping the doors open, despite periods of high absence. While we laud and appreciate this level of dedication to remaining open for business, we believe that there are times when the most responsible course of action is to close the doors temporarily for the longer term good.

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It is our position that athletics must be appropriately and constantly balanced with academics for optimum student achievement. It is not an unusual situation for a volunteer youth sports coach to resign due to the unbridled pressure applied by other parents from the sidelines. Sometimes the allure of college athletic scholarships, whether truly possible or merely pipe-dream, erodes the common sense of eager parents, who, perhaps, seek vindication for not having saved money for their child’s post-secondary education. Society tends to laud athletic achievement nearly to the exclusion of all other forms of (especially academic) accomplishment. At the same time, the lessons provided by athletic endeavors, whether team or individualcontributor sport, are invaluable in adulthood. Today’s work environments routinely encourage collaboration, which is a team athletics-cultured skill. As career paths for the Millennium generation leave behind the idea of single employer lifetime employment, the skills nurtured in individualcontributor sports reinforce the value of continuous improvement. But athletics cannot be view without a context that values academic achievement as vital to success on and off the field. The benefits of participation can educate both students and parents alike.

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Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In Arkansas, no person shall sound the horn on a vehicle at any place where cold drinks or sandwiches are served after 9 p.m. Source: Weird Laws (iPhone application)

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Every week, we will print an portion of the U.S. Constitution, followed by a portion of the Indiana Constitution. We encourage you to benchmark government policies against these bedrock documents. Today: the U.S. Constitution.. Section 3. Continued Judgment in cases of impeachment shall not extend further than to removal from office, and disqualification to hold and enjoy any office of honor, trust or profit under the United States: but the party convicted shall nevertheless be liable and subject to indictment, trial, judgment and punishment, according to law. Section 4. The times, places and manner of holding elections for Sena-

tors and Representatives, shall be prescribed in each state by the legislature thereof; but the Congress may at any time by law make or alter such regulations, except as to the places of choosing Senators. The Congress shall assemble at least once in every year, and such meeting shall be on the first Monday in December, unless they shall by law appoint a different day. Section 5. Each House shall be the judge of the elections, returns and qualifications of its own members, and a majority of each shall constitute a quorum to do business; but a smaller number may adjourn from day to day, and may be authorized to compel the attendance of absent members, in such manner, and under such penalties as each House may provide.

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From the backshop Health initiative becomes a ‘stampede’ We want to meet this Bill Wilson guy. He’s the president of Americans for Limited Government, and late last week he urged members of the Senate to listen to their constituents during a brief holiday recess and defeat the $2.1 trillion government takeover of the nation's entire health care sector when the bill is brought up again this week on the floor of the Senate. Majority Leader Harry Reid has indicated that he will put the bill on the legislative calendar after its second reading next week. After the reading, which was to be scheduled for today, it immediately could be brought to the floor. Listen to Wilson: "This bum's rush - this stampede to take over the health care system by Congress - must be stopped for the sake of all Americans who strongly object to swapping the best quality of health care in the world for yet another over-priced, highly regulated Big Government welfare program.” We like that thought. We also like this: Rasmussen polling shows 52 percent of voters oppose the legislation, including 58 percent of independents. It has been that way since September, not that it seems to matter in Washington. •••

Brian Kelly & Steve Greenberg We’re impressed with the visual appeal that’s coming together at Carmel City Center. It has taken some time to get to this stage, but the result will be a landmark Hamilton County will be proud to call its own. It will feature 300 luxurious penthouses, condos and apartments, 170,000 square feet of premier office suites, 230,000 square feet of exceptional independent boutique retail, fine dining and nightlife, among other offerings. ••• Welcome sales executives Maggie Green and Kate Holleman to your newspaper. Assured and customer-centric, we’re thrilled to have them aboard. They will super-serve our advertising partners with distinction.

Shoulder tear can’t keep ol’ Mac from marching COMMENTARY By Zach Dunkin “Mac” McGuire hasn’t participated in all 29 previous Christmas Parades in Downtown Noblesville even though, as a longtime resident he has seen most of them. The ones he has ridden in, however, have attracted a lot of attention. The veteran horseman once steered a “fancy” horse-driven cart with a “fine” harness set. Then, last year he towed a trailer carrying a Fiberglas replica horse with that same cart hooked onto it. But this year, Mac’s highly anticipated appearance in the parade nearly was yanked away when one of his horses jerked his head around in an attempt to pull loose from McGuire’s grasp. Mac didn’t let go, and the result was a torn shoulder tendon. He traces the injury back a couple of months when he slipped and did a back flip out of the bed of his pickup onto a concrete floor. “Whenever you work around horses, anything can happen,” said MacKinney, who lives on North 10th Street. “I’ve been off my feet for a few days. I’m just not up to par, you know? “I’m doing a little rehab and I can use it (the arm) some; before I couldn’t use it all. At my age, these things usually get worse before they get better.” MacKinney is 92. Born in Lapel, he moved to Noblesville with his mother when he was 6 years old after his

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Mac McGuire pulled a Fiberglas horse and buggy on a trailer in last year’s Christmas parade.

father died. He’s been in the horse business for more than 50 years, buying, selling, showing, training and judging. While time is running out, MacKinney said he believes he will be healed by parade day Nov. 29. This year’s entry features a recently purchased, handmade wagon, small enough to be pulled by a golf cart. “I’ve got to embellish the cart a little,” he said. “I intend to put a fringe top on it and some extra do-dads to sharpen it up a little bit. We’ll probably have some little kids riding in it. I’ll pull it with a lawn mower, golf cart, bicycle. “I’ll be in that parade, all right.” Zach Dunkin is the managing editor for Current in Noblesville. You may e-mail him at zach@ currentnoblesville.com

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COMMENTARY By Terry Anker What makes a house a home? We all seem to have a specific idea of how to define this simple concept – namely that humans seem to build their nests in a way that far exceeds the necessities of shelter. Our media-saturated world attempts to define it – HGTV, AD, Met Home, and loads of others inundate us with advice – while other media are running the cautionary tale of wrong choices and unfinished projects. One television program, aptly entitled “Hoarders,” follows the travails of a tragic lot inflicted with a disorder causing them to fill their homes with scads of accumulated debris of all sort. The stories remind me of an anorexic who imagines her tiny, emaciated frame as obese. Sadly, they struggle to fill emptiness in their souls. But whether by action or lack thereof, we all define our lives as we define our living. Some care about impression. Is mine the residence of a king? Pauper? Sinner or saint? Another seeks

privacy – a secluded refuge from the world. Yet others think of a residence as simply a place to sleep – anything beyond a TV and the futon left over from college days seems an excess. If I had to describe the way our family lives, the Ghost of Christmas Past from Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol” comes to mind. Filled with personal treasures like childhood macaroni art, family photos and sentimental ornamentation from relatives (ours and others both dead and alive), our house is robust – stuffed with family, friends and neighbors. More generous than luxurious, the goal for our home, much like our lives, is to be defined by the pursuit of happiness and inspired by the spirited and thoughtful discourse of living. Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at terry@ currentincarmell.com.

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DISPATCHES » Allisonville gateway important – The Noblesville Chamber of Commerce economic development committee recently surveyed Chamber members to solicit opinions concerning the importance of the appearance of gateway entrances to Noblesville, identify which entrances need the most attention, receive suggestions for improvement and determine if the downtown historic district should have separate gateway treatment. Sixty-eight percent of the respondents felt gateway appearance is very important with the Allisonville Road entrance from the south ranked highest in need for improvement, and a positive response concerning the downtown gateways. Description of the gateways: From the North – State Road 19 and State Road 37 From the South – State Road 37 and Allisonville Road From the East – State Road 32/38, State Road 238 (Greenfield Ave) and Exit 10 Campus Parkway/146th Street From the West – 146th Street, State Road 32 and State Road 38. The survey was concluded in October and survey results were compiled by Bill Werler, economic development committee member and owner of Link2 Technologies. » Libraries collecting items – The staff of the Hamilton East Public Library is sponsoring a drive to collect non-perishable items for the needy. Both the Fishers and Noblesville libraries will be accepting donations for the food pantries run by the Trustees of Delaware, Fall Creek and Noblesville Townships. Items needed include toilet paper, diapers, shampoo, body soap and laundry soap, pasta, soups, canned tuna and meats, cereal, macaroni and cheese, peanut butter, rice, crackers, canned juices, vegetables and fruits, pinto and northern beans, ramen noodles and cornbread mix. Collection boxes are located near the entrances of both libraries and donations will be accepted throughout the holidays. » A wintertime marketplace – A new shopping experience in central Indiana will kick off the New Year on Jan. 2 when the Hamilton County 4-H Exposition Hall in Noblesville hosts the first of what will be a montly Hamilton County Marketplace. Select vendors from Indiana’s summer festivals and fairs will be offering handmade and popular gift, decorative and gourmet items for sale in 92 booths.Three local market vendors, Brad Cook and Jeff Zeckel of Noblesville and Susan Brooks of Atlanta, saw the need for a cold weather shopping venue and formed the Hamilton County Marketplace. Their goal is to provide the unique shopping experience of an indoor festival market featuring the best and affordable products from local and regional quality vendors.

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Love Mother Earth this holiday season COMMENTARY By Krista Bocko We should all strive to do better in treading lightly on the Earth this holiday season. Here are some ideas for making this season greener and simpler. • Shop local when you can. And by local, I don’t mean a chain in town. I mean a real independent shop. I’m partial to the Downtown Courthouse Square myself. (See our cover story). Go spend some time browsing the shops and get a cup of coffee at Noble Coffee & Tea (bring your own travel mug) or a homemade “dingdong” at Logan Street Marketplace. • Shop secondhand stores. Why? Items are less expensive, recycled and your purchase benefits good organizations. There’s a Goodwill Store at 585 Noble Creek Drive. Or you might try Plato’s Closet or the Kool Kid Resale Kottage in neighboring Fishers. Don’t forget craigslist and eBay, and for new gifts that support artisans, try etsy (www.etsy.com). • Buy fewer plastic/battery operated/ insanely packaged toys and gadgets. Recycle cardboard boxes and plastic packaging. • Bring your own reusable bags when shopping. Lots of stores in town now are selling them. • Wrap presents in kraft paper (can be recycled), re-used gift bags, fabric bags, or

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Historic Downtown Square is lined with locally owned shops and restaurants which welcome business from Noblesville residents.

not at all. You could hide the unwrapped present and leave three clues as to where it’s hidden. • Consider giving fewer gifts to family and friends. My husband and I strive to give each of our children a few really meaningful gifts. Usually this consists of something to wear, something to read and something to play with. We try to find a balance that strikes the chord of just enough. I guess all that I am saying here is to have

a willingness to change your shopping, decorating and celebrating habits. Do you always wish the holidays were simpler and less hassle? So does everyone else. If we want to get more out of Christmas/ Hanukah/New Year’s, let’s do less. Krista Bocko lives in downtown Noblesville with her husband and four children. For more ideas and to leave your own comments, visit her blog at www.cachetwrites.com.

The difference between fairness and equality Commentary By Danielle Wilson How many times a day do you hear the phrase, “That’s not fair!”? If you’re a parent, I’d wager it’s countless. Especially if you have more than one child, because the “It’s not fair” complaint is usually muttered by a kid in reference to something an older or younger sibling received. We have four children, and on most nights, one or all will launch an argument steeped in the anti-fairness factor. Usually it has to do with bedtimes, which in our house are staggered based on age and fatigue. Our youngest is first at 8:30 p.m., followed by our twins at 9, and then our oldest at 9:30. These times can change, however, and do periodically because of homework procrastination, unexpected naps, superfluous tears and/or late activities. That’s when we hear, “But that’s not fair! How come she gets to stay up? I’m older than her! Why do I have to go to bed at the same time as a 5-year old?” I think what they are really trying to express is that the decision is not equal, because most of the time, it is fair. But when my husband and I answer with, “It’s fair, but not equal,” their eyes glaze over and they resort to whining

“It’s not fair” all over again. They are simply too young to grasp the concept. If I’m honest, I have to admit that sometimes I have a hard time with it too. I am one of five children, and my husband is one of six. Cars, tuition, rent – we’ve all had help from our parents with these expenses. But inevitably, we make comparisons between what was spent on one sister or brother and what was spent on us, and then come to the conclusion that it wasn’t fair. But if we really think about it, what we mean is it’s not equal. For example, my parents paid for one year of college for me and my four sisters. We all went to different schools outside of Kentucky, some to private and some to state schools. There’s no doubt my parents spent a lot more money on a couple of us, making it not equal, but because everyone had one year paid for, it was still fair. My dad has also paid for four weddings. They’ve all cost different amounts, because we all chose different venues and sizes, but we’ve all received the same support. Fair, but not equal. Now that we are parents ourselves, the tricky part is ensuring we’re indeed being fair, which goes back to what I think is the toughest part of parenting – consistency. Especially

when you have a child who is needier than his siblings, the “fair but equal” mantra can get foggy. One of our twins, for instance, was extremely high-maintenance as an infant, while his sister was very go-with-the-flow. Naturally, we gave more attention to the needier child. It wasn’t equal, but was it fair? In doing so, did we teach our children that the squeakiest wheel will always get the oil? Were we subconsciously rewarding one behavior and punishing a different one? I don’t know, because on the other hand, some kids simply require more from their parents to be happy and healthy. It’s not equal time spent, but it is meeting each child’s needs fairly. So what to do? It seems that seldom does equality and fairness go hand in hand. But I truly believe if we love our kids unconditionally, we’ll do alright. Gotta go. The Bedtime Battle is about to begin. “Hold the line, Honey, I’m on my way!” Peace out. Danielle Wilson is a Carmel resident and contributing columnist. You may e-mail her at danielle@currentincarmel.com.

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By Arika Herron Current in Noblesville The good news: Hamilton County ranks No. 1 in the state in amenities provided for residents. The bad news: This year’s property tax caps could make it harder for the county to afford such amenities. This was the situation Michael Hicks, director of the Center for Business and Economic Research at Ball State University, described at the Nov. 9 Legislative Breakfast at the Mansion at Oak Hill in Carmel. Hicks spoke to a group of legislators and community members before opening up the floor for questions from the audience. Hicks outlined the property tax cap and its varied effects on the state. Residential property tax has been capped at one percent and commercial property taxes have been capped at three percent. This will increase tax revenue in some counties where rates were below the cap, but in counties like Hamilton County, where rates for some were as high as 2.66 percent, tax revenues will be cut. “Hamilton County will feel property tax losses,” Hicks said. “It will constrain growth, and businesses will carry a higher burden as residential tax rates drop.” Hicks diagramed the ways in which communities provide amenities, like nice roads and quality schools, in relation to property tax rates. His two ideal situations were communities with low taxes and low amenities or

By Hannah Davis Current in Noblesville It doesn’t always require fame and fortune to be appreciated. Sometimes just being a good person will cut it. Noblesville High School role models and seniors Michael Deines and Kiley McCollough were recently chosen to represent their school in a statewide campaign against tobacco, alcohol and drugs. They soon will appear on posters, sports schedules, trading cards and other materials as supporters of healthy, active lifestyles. Both varsity basketball team members, Deines and McCollough have worked hard to get where they are today. “It feels good to be rewarded for your choices,” Deines said. Deines and McCollough, who have pledged to be tobacco, drug and alcohol free, were nominated by school administrators. McCollough, a basketball player since first grade, is especially excited to have a chance to speak to younger students as a representative of the campaign. “This program shows kids that the older kids aren’t all doing drugs. It provides a good influence,” she said. Deines, too, is enthusiastic about the opportunity. “I’ve always been a leader on the team, and it’s cool to function statewide, too,” he said. “These students are part of something much bigger than themselves,” said IHSAA commis-

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Hicks predicts new property tax caps could make some Hamilton County amenities hard to maintain.

communities with high taxes and high communities. Hamilton County lands on the side of high amenities, but with low taxes. Hicks said this has led to the influx of people to the area, but when taxes are too low, this pattern is unsustainable. Hicks’ proposed solution: Consolidating government and administrative jobs. “People will have to rethink local fiscal structure and hopefully thoughts are toward consolidation,” Hicks said. “It’s the fastest way to sustain amenities at the same cost.” Hicks said it is too soon though, to tell just how local government will be affected.

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Basketball players Michael Deines (left) and Kiley McCollough chosen to represent NHS in IHSAA Role Model Program.

sioner Blake Ress in a press release. “They are helping to change habits and positively influence lives in their schools, communities and throughout the state of Indiana.” Thanks in part to grassroots education programs like the IHSAA Role Model Program, recent studies show significant declines in tobacco use among Indiana high school and middle school students. In the past two years alone, the smoking rate has fallen almost 25 percent for high school students. Deines is happy to help. “This program is awesome,” he said. The Role Model Program is sponsored locally by Riverview Hospital, which along with the IHSAA, handles all of the costs related to the program.

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Downtown decorated with a mix of new lighting and vintage props By Martha Allan Current in Noblesville Holiday on the Square will have an old-time charm this year. White ironwork decorations that haven’t been displayed since the 1970s will take their place on the courthouse lawn, complimenting this year’s theme, “Light Up Your Life in Downtown Noblesville.” “We’re kind of excited about getting these vintage things out and utilizing them,” said Mary Sue Rowland, with Downtown Décor, the volunteer group planning this year’s holiday look. “It should be quite bright.” Some of the figures are 10 feet tall, and include a carousel, carolers, a horse-pulled carriage and sleigh with Santa and reindeer. “They’re very artistically done,” said her fellow volunteer, Sharon Hampton, who remembers them being displayed downtown during her childhood. Some handmade ornaments, some signed and dated, will also be featured in this year’s display, said Hampton. This year, some local teenagers performing community service were enlisted to hang the strands of new, energy-efficient LED lights on trees around the square, Rowland said. This will be the final year the huge pine tree next to the Santa House will be lit. Years worth of lights have been left on the tree, and it’s gotten so difficult to work with the tree that this will be the last year.

» 2009 Santa’s House Hours Nov. 29 – 3 p.m. - 5:30pm Dec. 4 – 4:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Dec. 5-6 – 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 10 – 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Dec. 12-13 – 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 17 – 5 p.m.-8 p.m. Dec. 19-20 – 1 p.m.-5 p.m. Dec. 24 – Noon-3 p.m. Free hot chocolate will be offered at the tent next to Santa’s House on Nov. 29 and Dec. 4, 12 and 19 by Noblesville Main Street.

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Two volunteers – Steve Wood and DonRoberts – will again share Santa duties.

The official tree lighting will take place at 7 p.m. Nov. 27. Held in front of the Hamilton County Judicial Center, the event, sponsored by the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce, will include holiday music and mayor John Ditslear

reading “The Night Before Christmas.” The 30th annual Christmas parade begins at 2 p.m. Nov. 29, and afterward, Santa Claus will hear children’s wishes until 5:30 p.m. at the Santa House on the square. The City of Noblesville sponsors the parade and the Santa house. Two volunteers – Steve Wood and Don Roberts – will again share Santa duties this season. Noblesville Main Street serves free hot chocolate during selected Santa house hours. The current House is over 50 years old. While the holiday decorations will disappear after New Year, Downtown Décor will leave the lights in the trees for the winter months “To kind of sparkle up the downtown a bit,” Rowland said.

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DISPATCHES » Stay at hotel, help kids stay healthy – Ten percent of the package proceeds from the Peace, Love & Shop package at the James Chicago hotel benefits Common Threads, an organization which has a mission to educate children on the importance of nutrition and physical well-being, and to foster an appreciation of cultural diversity through cooking, Guests will receive a $50 gift to The 900 Shops on Michigan Avenue, complimentary car service in hotel’s Audi to and from shopping destination, massage or facial at the Spa by ASHA, choice of complimentary coffee, tea or hot chocolate from King Café & Go, gift bag of The 900 Shops items and offers and in-room breakfast for two. Rates begin at $349. Visit www.jameshotels.com or call (312) 337-1000 for reservations. » Joint pain seminar – Clarian Human motion will host a series of free joint pain seminars in November. Those who attend will be able to speak with an orthopedic specialist, ask questions and receive treatment suggestions. The upcoming seminar is Nov. 18 from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Clarian North Learning Center. » Skip the cola – Scientists in Boston found that drinking one or more regular or diet colas every day doubles your risk of metabolic syndrome – a cluster of conditions, including high blood pressure, elevated insulin levels, and excess fat around the waist, that increase your chance of heart disease and diabetes. Controlling blood pressure and cholesterol levels, preventing diabetes, and not smoking can add 6 to 9 1/2 healthy years to your life. Switch to tea if you need a caffeine hit. If it’s fizz you’re after, try sparkling water with a splash of juice. -health.msn.com » Preventing hair loss – Hair loss in women can happen for a variety of reasons including stress, hormonal shifts, and pregnancy. Minimizing that loss, though, can be accomplished with diet. • Get adequate protein. Eat a couple of 3- to 4-oz servings of fish, chicken, or other lean sources of protein every day. Without adequate protein, the cells in your body don’t work efficiently and can’t make new hair to replace old hair that’s been shed. • Maintain iron levels. Since iron-deficiency anemia can also cause hair loss, make sure that you eat a well-balanced diet that includes a daily serving or two of iron-rich foods. Good sources of iron include lean red meat, steamed clams, cream of wheat, dried fruit, soybeans, tofu, and broccoli. • Take vitamin B6. 100 mg a day of vitamin B6 seems to decrease hair shedding in some people. -www.prevention.com

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It’s a H.I.T.: effective cardio in 12 minutes By John Bellmore In a search for the ideal cardio routine, I considered these factors: can it be done extremely quickly, will it increase overall blood circulation for better muscle pumps during my workouts, and will it continue to burn fat after the cardio session? Unless your goal is to look like a marathon runner from a third world country, you should not be doing cardio the old-fashioned way. H.I.T. (High Intensity Training) is the best way to go if you’re looking to preserve muscle and burn fat at the same time. Just look at how different a sprinter looks than a long distance runner. This is not to say long distance running is bad; it just depends on what your fitness goals are. If you’re not training to win the “Little 500,” but you are looking to be lean and muscular, then the following cardio workout is for you. Regular “fat-burning” and “aerobic” zone cardio only burn fat while you’re doing them. They also start to eat away muscle after between 29 to 30 minutes. H.I.T can continue to burn fat for up to 24 to 36 hours after you’re done with the session and is not catabolic, or muscle burning. Follow the chart below. Sprints are to be done at 100 percent maximum exhortation. » Minutes 1-4 Warm-up at 50 percent maximum effort » Minute 5 Sprint for 20 seconds Rest for 10 seconds Sprint for 20 seconds Rest for 10 seconds » Minute 6 Sprint for 20 seconds Rest for 10 seconds Sprint for 20 seconds Rest for 10 seconds

» Minute 7 Sprint for 20 seconds Rest for 10 seconds Sprint for 20 seconds Rest for 10 seconds » Minute 8 Sprint for 20 seconds Rest for 10 seconds Sprint for 20 seconds Rest for 10 seconds » Minutes 9-12 Cool-down at 50 percent maximum effort If you can’t sprint 100 percent for 20 seconds, this isn’t for you. If you have a heart condition or high blood pressure, this may not be for you. As with any new physical fitness program, you should always consult with your doctor before beginning. John Bellmore is a certified personal trainer through the National Academy of Health and Fitness and has been working with clients in the Noblesville area for the past six years. If you would like a more detailed explanation of this list, contact John at jwbellmore@hotmail.com.

Prevent disease with vitamin D By Dr. Angela LaSalle With the fading of the summer sun, body aches, fatigue, mood swings and poor sleep become prevalent as Vitamin D levels begin to drop. Long considered to be the nutrient that helps with calcium absorption, Vitamin D is now coming to the forefront as a major player in the body’s biochemistry, affecting the risks of diabetes, obesity, thyroid disease, depression, influenza and breast, prostate and colon cancer. How common is Vitamin D deficiency? Recent studies estimate that 93 percent of persons between 10 and 65 years old treated in the emergency room for muscle or bone pain were deficient, as well as up to 50 percent of persons living in a sunny climate. Those who are obese, elderly or have dark skin are especially at risk. Drink milk? It would take more than 10 glasses a day to provide the minimum; besides, it is fortified with vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol), a less active form than the more potent vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol). Limited sun exposure (15 minutes for fair skin) without sunscreen helps boost levels, however, we may need to take a supplement. Most adults tolerate about 2000 IU of Vitamin D3 daily, but your physician may recommend higher doses if you have low levels. Children need vitamin D, too, but check with their doctor

to get the right dose. People with liver and kidney issues also need to consult their physician before beginning supplementation. Ask your physician to check a 25-hydroxyvitamin D level if you have the following: • Frequent infections • Eczema, asthma, allergies • Tooth decay • Hair loss • Muscle or bone pain • Osteoporosis • Insomnia • Anyone with dark skin, overweight, or elderly • Anyone with chronic disease (i.e. high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes) Looking for the ABC’s of disease prevention? Think D – vitamin D, that is. Angela LaSalle, M.D. practices integrative medicine with the Indiana Health Group in Carmel and is board certified in family medicine. For more information, visit, www. angelalasallemd.com.

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Taking it off (weight, that is) for money By Tracy Line Current in Noblesville Don’t ask me how it started. All I know is most of my random thoughts seem to pull together in the shower. I’d been wracking my brain for weeks to find a creative way to raise money for Christel House, the charity for which I work. It’s a tough economy and like most charities this year, Christel House could use some extra money. I want to help, but how? As I scrubbed the old body and pondered my conundrum, I thought, “Wow, you should really lose some weight.” Inspired, I decided to find some kind-hearted sponsors, ask them to pledge a dollar amount for every pound I lost between now and the end of the year, and there it is: The Less is More Project. I get in shape and raise some bucks for charity at the same time. Brilliant. Outstanding. It’s all good. Until now. Now, I have to do this. What was I thinking? Certainly not about the

hard work it would take to get the job done -just before the holiday season. As anxious as I am to start this journey, I know exactly what I was thinking when I set myself up for this craziness. I was thinking about all the children whose lives are changed because of Christel House. I was thinking losing weight would make me feel better, look better and, likely, live better. Mostly though, I was thinking, if I didn’t make myself accountable, I’d never really do it. So, off we go and off goes the weight. Follow me week by week on my challenge to lose 10 pounds. Tracy Line is an overweight, yet soonto-be fit freelance writer who lives in Noblesville. You may sponsor her at Tracy.Line@comcast.net. Visit www. christelhouse.org for information about the Cristel House.

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DYF (do yourself a favor) And DIY (do it yourself)

By Krista Bocko Current in Noblesville “Make Your Place: Affordable, Sustainable Nesting Skills” by Raleigh Briggs is an engaging and easy to understand DIY – do it yourself book for the uninitiated. Topics cover everything from health and first aid tips like making tinctures and salves, treating headaches, depression, colds and more to nontoxic cleaning and body care to gardening. In his introduction Briggs writes: “no part of the process was trivial or mundane. Creating and using something homemade never is. I came to realize that my skepticism about the importance of these acts was based on a cultural belief that the domestic sphere is somehow less important than the public sphere. Which, of course, is such a load of crap. “If we DIY only the elective, recreational parts of our lives -- or only what other people can see -- then how much of our lives are we really reclaiming? “DIY is for everybody! Gardening, homemaking, healing: these are all such basic aspects of human life on this planet, and they are important for just that reason. “To me, DIY is not a show of prowess, or even a hobby, rather, it is a necessary step towards living our lives on our own terms. “We cannot depend on a market-informed cultural consciousness to enlighten us -- we have to do it ourselves.”

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Ding, ding, ding! DIY is worth it in so many ways. Copies of the book are available at The Wild bookstore on the Square downtown for $7. Krista Bocko lives in downtown Noblesville with her husband and four children. For more ideas and to leave your own comments, visit her blog at www.cachetwrites.com.

Pay more, sweat less? New clinical anti-perspirants often cost twice as much as regular formulas, but you may not need to trade up. “Only about 3 percent of U.S. adults have a diagnosis of excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis,” says David Kriegel, M.D., a New York City dermatologist. “But if you sweat through your clothes by the end of the day with regular deodorant, opt for clinical strength.” Any product with 18 to 20 percent aluminum chloride should keep you dry. -Good Housekeeping

Better than butter A tablespoon of butter has 7.5 grams of saturated fat – a third of a day’s worth. It also has .4 grams of trans fat, which does as much harm as the artificial trans in partially hydrogenated oil. But if butter is what you insist on, check out Land O’Lakes delicious Light Butter with Canola Oil. Thanks to added oil and water, it has just 2 grams of saturated fat per tablespoon and 50 calories (butter has 100). It isn’t low enough to be considered truly healthy, but it’s as close as butter gets. -Nutrition Action Health Letter

Adoption AwAreness And surrogAcy November is National Adoption Awareness Month, with programs promoting adoption across the United States. UNICEF estimates there are more than 143 Million orphans worldwide and more than 500,000 children live in foster care Michele Jackson in the U.S. Each year over 14 million children “age out” of the system without ever being adopted into a loving home. The Adoption Practice Group of Jocham Harden Dimick Jackson, PC (JHDJ Law), promotes adoption education and is dedicated to helping clients grow their families through adoption or reproduction alternatives such as surrogacy. Attorney Michele Jackson recently traveled to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in Africa, visiting 200 orphans in 5 orphanages where she distributed 6 boxes of clothing and school supplies. One orphanage, lacking electricity, blankets or running water, houses 48 children ages 4 months to 14 years. In the DRC, thousands of children are available for adoption. Since travel to the DRC is not required and the completion time is shorter than most inter-country adoptions (4-12 months), the overall costs will typically be less expensive. Families

interested in adopting from the DRC may inquire about the process to immediately submit applications. Domestically, private and agency adoptions as well as surrogacy offer prospective parents additional options. It is important to talk with an attorney about the financial and emotional risks before selecting a program or committing to a private match with a birth mother. Adoption and surrogacy are legal processes and laws vary by state. It is important that all parties to an adoption or surrogacy seek advice from an attorney to understand their rights and help stabilize the process. Prospective parents should discuss and understand the costs involved at the various stages of match and placement, while birth parents or surrogates should be informed of the resources available to support them through the process. JHDJ Law offers legal services for domestic and international adoption (both private and agency), surrogacy, step-parent adoptions, second parent adoptions, adoption disruptions, orphan visa appeals, international family law, international custody and abduction prevention. If you are interested in options to build your family or would like to know more about the costs and process for adoption or surrogacy, please contact JHDJ Law at 317-569-0770 or info@jhdj-law.com. The above is for informational purposes only should not be considered legal advice. Each case is unique and you should consult an attorney for advice regarding your particular situation.

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‘Critters’ invade Monroe Bank gallery

DISPATCHES » Church chili supper benefits missions – The ladies of Refuge Christian Church will have their annual chili supper from 4:30 until 7 p.m. Nov. 20 at the church, 11772 196th St., Noblesville. Chili, hot dogs, veggies and dip, dessert and drinks will be served. Donations will be accepted, and the money will help the church’s missions. For more information, contact Shirley Ward (317) 773-0190. » First Holiday Home Tour downtown – The Noblesville Preservation Alliance, in cooperation with Noblesville Main Street, is hosting the first Candlelight Holiday Home Tour from 5 to 9 p.m. Dec. 4. Three Victorian Era homes will be dressed in their Christmas finest. Tickets are $5 for adults, and children 12 and younger will be admitted free. Advance tickets can be purchased at Faux Flower, Linden Tree or the Noblesville Main Street office at 942 Maple Ave. Tickets will be available at the NMS tent on the Square the night of Dec. 4. For more information, please visit www. noblesvillepreservation.com. » It’s like “A Christmas Carol’’ – The Family Praise Center, 2140 Greenfield Ave., is presenting “A Carol of Christmas,” an original musical production based on “A Christmas Carol” by Charles Dickens. A dinner and show will be Dec. 4 and 5 with dining at 6:30 p.m. and the show at 8 p.m. Tickets are $15 for reserved seating. Family & Community Day is Dec. 6 with free general admission for the show at 2 p.m. Call (317) 773-4630 for more information.

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Monroe Bank hosted an opening reception Nov. 12 at its Noblesville banking center for The Hamilton County Artists’ Association’s “Exhibition on Critters.” The “Critters” exhibition will hang in the Monroe Bank Art Gallery through Feb. 13. The artworks can be viewed Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Since 2000, Monroe Bank has used its Kirkwood Banking Center lobby in Bloomington, Ind., as gallery space for dozens of local artists, including painters, photographers and fiber artists. The Bank is expanding it arts outreach to Hamilton County where it opened the banking center in Noblesville in 2008. Monroe Bank is also the sponsor of the Humane Society of Hamilton County’s PAWS program, which promotes the partnering of animals with seniors. The Humane Society featured an adoptable pet at the reception.

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Top left: “Speckled Sussex,” a pastel by Diane Breman. Top right: “China & Saraphina, an oil by Lesley Haflich. Bottom left: “Bolivian Indian Girl with a Lamb,: an acrylic by Nancy Nunez. Bottom right: “Sweet Dreams, : a pastel by Cheeri Dennis

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Syd’s Bar and Grill has been a Noblesville staple for more than 50 years, and it’s not going anywhere anytime soon. Home to Hamilton County’s biggest and best tenderloin, Syd’s offers a variety of good, old-fashioned Hoosier staples. Before delving into lunch or dinner, try the fried pickles, thick-sliced dill pickle chips doused in batter and deep-fried. Make a meal of the most traditional bar food available: a ribeye sandwich, rack of ribs, or juicy steak. Slap a side of waffle fries or onion rings onto your order. For those looking for lighter fare, a sizeable selection of salads, soups, and sandwiches offers more healthy options. Stop by on Saturday night for karaoke, but don’t be thrown off by the bar. Come in through the side door and find yourself in a family-friendly dining room. 808 Logan St | Noblesville Phone: (317) 773-6132 Hours: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m., daily. Bar closes at 3 a.m.

Open window and go to weird places By Zach Dunkin Current in Noblesville A passionate advocate for classic literature, Noblesville resident Earl Campbell said he was both inspired and encouraged when he read an “Our Views” editorial CAMPBELL in the Oct. 20 issue, stating that classic literature deserved a prominent place in the school classroom. He had organized a book club at the Noble Tea & Coffee downtown in order to assemble a group of literary minded folks to read a few pieces of traditional literature they hadn’t been informed and inspired by before --- “and to generate consequential dialogue over ice green tea and ice mocha lattes.” Our viewpoint on the “classic dilemma” resonated with the local bank employee and inspired him to send us some of his poetry. He began writing poetry in the mid 90s and about a year ago began writing one a day. “I like all kinds of literature but if poetry isn’t accessible, it’s kind of an exclusive room,” said Campbell, who will attend Butler University next semester to begin work on an MFA in Creative Writing. “I’m the kind who opens a window and

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goes to weird places and comes back with something.” Here’s a sample of his poetry: “Looking Out The Hamilton County Library Window.” Stand anywhere you want. On a kitchen chair, on a ladder, on your own roof. Atop Mt. Scott at dusk in Oklahoma. Simply looking up in any direction At the immense wide open everything above you. Could be blue with cumulus, could be overcast. Could be a sheer black dome without a sparkle. To sigh, could be doing anything that it wants To do because it’s always been bigger than you. In any proportion, at any angle, at any time. It’s quite unfair, actually, the uneven way It divides the two extremes. We’re born it seems to hurry somewhere else Besides in overwhelming praise beneath it. Even when we fall, we fall as though we’re running Away, as if in fear of what we’ve always Known to be true: We are so small.

Picatta sauce over scallopinistyle meat a great combo By Molly Herner and Katja Baird Current in Noblesville If you have a craving for a new sauce to spice up your weekly chicken dish, try picatta sauce. This lemon, garlic and white wine sauce is perfect with chicken, veal or even your favorite white fish. Picatta is a classically famous Italian sauce which is traditionally served over tenderized veal scallopini. Scallopini is a style of serving meat in which the meat is tenderized with a mallet until very thin. Scallopini style meat cooks much faster because it is so thin, and is easier to slice through than a regular chicken breast or veal steak. Picatta has become a very popular sauce at traditional Italian restaurants in the states, and now you can make it at home easily. Filet your chicken breasts or veal steaks down the middle, but do not cut the meat all the way through into two separate pieces.

When you have a slit down the center line of your meat, cut the meat away from the center on each side, allowing the meat to spread out and become thinner. Then, pound the meat with a meat mallet until about a quarter of an inch thick. Otherwise, when you’re at the market request a tenderized cut of meat, scallopini style. The butcher will be glad to assist you in tenderizing your meat of choice. Serve this dish with a sprinkling of pepper and parmesan cheese and a side of broccoli or a plate of your favorite pasta. Molly Herner is the baker/ pastry chef at Matteo’s Restaurante Italiano. You may email her at odette05@ aol.com. Katja Baird was born and grew up in Bologna, Italy and is also employed at Matteo’s She can be reached at katjabaird@yahoo.com.

PICATTA SAUCE Ingredients • (For four chicken breasts or veal steaks scallopini style) • All-purpose flour • White wine • Olive oil • Garlic, minced • Lemons • Butter Directions: 1. Start with a big sauce pan over mediumhigh heat. Add enough olive oil to coat the bottom of the pan and a few pats of butter. 2. Add 3 or 4 large cloves of garlic, minced, a dash of salt a few twists of black pepper and let simmer for about a minute or so.

3. Add about a cup of white wine. Pinot Grigio works best but any nice white wine works. Remember, never cook with a wine that you wouldn’t also drink with dinner! 4. Squeeze the juice of 3 or 4 lemons, depending on how lemony you like your sauce, and let the sauce simmer and thicken while you prep the meat. 5. Lightly coat the chicken or veal scaloppini in flour. Add the meat into the simmering sauce and let cook until meat runs clear or is completely cooked when cut into. The flour will help thicken your sauce as well as locking the moisture into the meat.

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The Christian Youth Theatre performed “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” at Noblesville Middle School on Sunday, Nov. 8. The play featured thirty children from Carmel, Westfield and Noblesville. 1: Jessica Weiss (wearing orange), of Noblesville stands in front of Carmel’s Anja Reese and Westfield’s Grace Anderson. 2: Jessica Weiss hugs her mother, Mary, backstage. 3: Noblesville’s Makayla Cripe (at the end in red) joins the rest of the cast on stage. 4: Kathryn Lynch and Libby Meyer of Noblesville wait in the green room.

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Holiday on the Square

The Nutcracker

The Central Indiana Dance Ensemble (CIDE) will perform “The Nutcracker,” a two act classical ballet at the Zionsville Performing Arts Center, 1000 Mulberry St., Zionsville, 46077. The performances will be held Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m., Dec. 5 at 2 and 7:30 p.m. and Dec. at 2 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children 18 and under.

CHOIRS Brass choir concert

The Indianapolis Brass Choir will perform at King of Glory Lutheran Church Nov. 22 at 4 pm.

The Power of Light

Encore Vocal Arts invites individuals to celebrate music as a source of hope and light in their lives with it second concert this season entitled “The Power of Light” on Nov. 21 at 8 p.m. From traditional spirituals to modern choral compositions, this concert features luminescent choral singing in one of the city’s exquisite settings, St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church at 4217 Central Ave. in Indianapolis. General admission is $12, $8 for students under 18. Call 317-576-7676 for more information.

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The following musical acts will play live at Mo’s Irish Pub, 13193 Levinson Lane in the Hamilton Town Center, Noblesville. For more information, call 317-770-9020. Nov. 19 – Great Speaks Nov. 20 – Twin Peaks Nov. 21 – Aberdeen Project Nov. 27 – Jester King Nov. 28 – Janet 51

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Where: 2221 E. Ashboro Road, Center Point, Ind. Getting there: Take I-70 west to State Road 59, Exit 23. Go south on State Road 59 for 4 miles, then east on Ashboro Road for 2 miles. About 90 miles in 1 ¾ hours. Hours: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday. Appointments on Monday. Cost: $10 adults, $5 ages 12 and younger (no charge cards accepted). Info: www.exoticfelinerescuecenter.org, (812) 835-1130. What: Open for public tours, the Exotic Feline Rescue Center is one of the largest in the U.S. for abused, unwanted and neglected exotic felines. Founded in 1991 by Joe Taft, the mission of the facility is to provide its 196 felines with permanent homes, while educating the public about them. The EFRC does not buy, sell or breed cats, and provides veterinary care. The cats represent nine different species, including lions, tigers, leopards, bobcats and cougars, collected from Photo by Zach Dunkin 22 states. The cats live in environmentally Half of the 196 cats at the Exotic Feline Rescue Center are tigers enhanced habitats, ranging up to 10,000 square feet of natural landscape, and are cleaned daily. Viewing of the animals is much closer than at most zoos as guests walk among the habitats protected by strong fencing. Feeding time is always a highlight as the EFRC processes and distributes 3,000 pounds of meat daily. For $150 a night, visitors (adults only) can stay in a guest quarters and watch tigers and hear lions roar from their rooms.

Where: Warren Performing Arts Center 9500 East 16th Street Indianapolis, IN, 46229 When: Nov. 20, 3:30-8 p.m. Nov. 21, 12-4 p.m. Nov. 22, 12-8 p.m. Nov. 23, 3:30-8 p.m. Monday, Nov. 24, 3:30-8 p.m. Details: This year’s theme is “Holiday Splendor.” Approximately 40 permanently decorated holiday trees will be on display during the event. Family entertainment will be on the auditorium stage. The holiday gift shop will feature many specialty items. All TreeFest proceeds will benefit the Warren Arts & Education Foundation. Info: 317-869-4383 or www.warrenfoundation.org

Capt. Critic’s DVD pick

Brüno

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Sacha Baron Cohen as the flamboyantly gay male model struts his stuff in “Bruno.”

It’s best to think of “Brüno” as a sequel to “Borat,” since it’s the same basic comedy recipe: Sacha Baron Cohen goes around America posing as an outrageous character doing incredibly offensive things to see how people will react. Instead of a woman-hating Kazakh, this time he plays Brüno, an Austrian male model and television host so flamboyantly gay, stage queens would find his behavior over the top. Among his escapades, Brüno adopts an African baby and totes him around like a fashion accessory; drops his pants and attempts to seduce presidential candidate Ron Paul; gets into a dildo fight with a martial-arts instructor; gets evicted from a swingers’ sex party; conducts an interview with Israeli and Palestinian officials

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in which he confuses the terms Hamas and hummus; and engages in a cage fighting match before a crowd of bloodthirsty hillbillies, and proceeds to make out with his opponent. Sometimes the results are hilarious, but other times they’re just cringe-inducing. Embarrassment is Baron Cohen’s stock in trade, and sometimes he’s the one who should feel ashamed. Movie: C-plus Read more of Chris Lloyd’s review of current films and DVD’s at www. captaincritic.blogspot.com or www. TheFilmYap.com.

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COMMENTARY By David Cain I want to buy something really expensive. As I make the transaction, there are choices to buy other items, accessories, or an upgraded version of what I’m already buying. Let’s say my purchase is a new computer, a MacBook Pro. The version I want is $1,950. But for an additional $200, I can get a bigger screen or a larger hard drive. For an additional $79, I can get a remote control. And if I just spend just another $149, I can get software preloaded. Right in front of my eyes, the price swells to $2,378 and I rationalize it all. Oh, and I want a case too. I can add a fancy portfolio to carry my fashionable computer in for a mere $190. At this point, all these smaller prices are being compared to the larger one, and they seem more reasonable. This makes it easier for me to rationalize the additional purchases and make a decision to buy them. Now imagine if I already own the computer? I bought it months ago, and I’m very satisfied. I decide I want a case for my computer. I go online to buy a computer case and find the choice for $190 and several other choices that dip all the way down to $29. As it turns out, the $190 bag is the most expensive. While this bag might be the best in class, it’s now more challenging to make the purchase, because I’m comparing the $190 price tag to $29. While I know the cheaper case is inferior, it’s harder to make the purchase based on my comparison with

cheaper alternatives. When I was comparing it to a $2,378 computer, what’s an extra $190? It would have been easier to buy the most expensive model, because I was comparing $190 to $2,378, making it easy to pull the trigger and buy. This happens all the time in business. Buyers usually buy quicker when they have choices and one choice clearly stands out. Want to get the highest price out of your work? Make sure your buyers are comparing you to more expensive options. If you offer the best online strategic design and development in the marketplace, you’ll never get the price that reflects your value if your buyer is comparing it to the cost of a high school student that works out of their parents’ house after school. You’ve got to be compared to other best-in-class services with similar pricing; otherwise, it makes it hard for a buyer to buy. The brain likes to compare things, and this contrast makes it easier to get a decision. That’s comparison shopping, and it’s your role to make sure you stand out as the best choice and that your product or services are correctly compared to similar services with similar value. Otherwise, the compare and contrast might just end with indecision. David Cain works at MediaSauce, a digital media and online marketing company in Carmel. David welcomes your questions or comments at David.Cain@MediaSauce. com.

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Deciphering Jennaspeak COMMENTARY By Joe Shearer Eesee beesee ee eh dee Aych eye day day emma emma bee Tee Bee Ess. Riley Zee This, in case you didn’t catch it, is Jenna’s alphabet. I often wonder what it would be like living in a world where you speak the same language as everyone around you, but a slightly different dialect, your speech patterns skewed so that the outside world understands roughly half of what you actually say. That’s what it’s like for Jenna. Even Crystal and I, Jen’s nature-appointed interpreters, can understand about, oh, 2/3 of her marblemouthed toddlerspeak. As a parent trying to find out who hit/ pushed/bit whom, it annoys me to no end. But Jenna manages to stay eternally cheerful, even amidst our complete confusion. Maybe she isn’t old and jaded enough to let frustration consume her. Even when she’s being harassed by imaginary ghouls—“Ow! Da’ monter bit me!”, she’ll blurt—she speaks with swagger, pleased that she talks like a big girl. And on increasingly frequent occasion, she gets out three or four words, sometimes an entire sentence or two, that’s completely decipherable. And every time, my pride siphons a little of my purpose.

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That’s the paradox that comes with raising children: the more you teach them, the more they learn, the more you want them the way they were. As my cousin Jeff told me, you spend the first year teaching them to walk and talk, the next 17 telling them to sit down and shut up. And I know that first year is over for us already (we’re quickly heading for three), and Jen’s baby talk is fading away like her chubby cheeks,

as will, sooner or later, her reliance on Mom and Pop. Should that make me happy or sad? Joe Shearer is a freelance writer from Noblesville and the exhausted father of three kids under five years of age. He also writes for www. thefilmyap.com and blogs at www. indyparentsource.com.

Resuscitating your dining room COMMENTARY By Vicky Earley I checked my calendar this morning and discovered Thanksgiving is merely a week and a few days away. But I really didn’t need to look at the calendar – the phone at the store tells the story! For the past week, we have received countless decorating 911 calls regarding dining rooms that have be ignored through the summer months and the recipients of discarded school projects in the fall. With Thanksgiving looming, it is no longer possible for the homeowners to circumvent the condition of this room, which will be the focus of this all-important family gathering in just a matter of days! A week is not really sufficient time to create a dining room that is Better Homes and Garden perfect. But while it is not advisable to begin dining room “surgery” projects, a few things that can offer a quick and easy dining room resuscitation. 1. If your light fixture is outdated, the installation of a new, fresher chandelier can cure the countdown to Thanksgiving. If someone in your home is knowledgeable about electrical installation, all the better. If not, make an appointment

with an electrician today! The next step will be to find a fixture that is in stock and ready to go. Decorating stores often stock their best fixtures before the holidays just for this reason. 2. Dining-room chairs are upholstered on the seat only and are extremely easy to recover. It is simply a matter of removing the seats with a screwdriver and removing the existing fabric. This piece can be used as a template for cutting. While the new fabric is simply secured with a staple gun, remember to do it like you would change a tire – by pulling opposing sides tight. Short ends of designer textiles are perfect for this application, because a chair seat requires less than one yard. Also, all the chairs do not need to match! In fact, a pleasant mixture can be far more interesting. 3. A new rug can add richness to a bland cream carpeted floor. Don’t scrimp on size – chairs should rest comfortably on the rug rather than half on rug, half on carpet or hardwood. 4. If card tables are going to be used as the supplemental seating, try taking the table clothes to the floor to hide the tell-tale legs.

5. If Thanksgiving arrives and a centerpiece did not make the to-do list, go to the refrigerator. There is an abundance of items that can create a bountiful arrangements lurking behind those doors! Apples, lemons, cranberries and nuts are a great start. If you have any gourds around, grab them! If there are any feathers, acorns and silk leaves tucked away, you are in the floral arranging business without leaving home. It can be as simple at taking a large glass plate, stacking the fruit, garnishing it with acorns and feathers, and tucking the leaves so that they fall gracefully onto the table. Give this arrangement a lift by stacking it on a cake plate! 6. Finally, something as simple as ribbon can be a last minute decorating lifesaver. Silverware, napkins and candles are all more festive when they wear such holiday finery! Vicky Earley is the principal designer for Artichoke Designs in downtown Carmel. If you have an interior design question, please contact artichokedesigns@aol.com.

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The leaves can wait when there are butterflies to watch COMMENTARY By Holly Funk While a three-inch blanket of leaves sits in my side yard, I can’t help but sit and watch the butterflies instead. I may not see them again for a while and we all know the leaves aren’t going anywhere. Butterflies need sunny temps over 50 degrees for them to active. Otherwise they just kind of attach themselves under a leaf or in a tree and hang out, literally, until the sun can hit their wings and make it possible for them to fly. Amazing. Some butterflies make migrations, like birds and fly to warmer weather when the temps get chilly. In fact, a monarch butterfly will make the trek to Mexico and back during its life and the congregate at a particular elevation where it is warmer. Pictures of them show the colorful insect absolutely covering the tree trunks. Cool. And while I’m at it, I notice that the ladybugs are active as well, and I can hardly turn without one attaching itself to me. Lady bugs are voracious predators and very beneficial in the garden. Even as larvae, ladybugs eat other, more “pest-like” insects. They absolutely devour aphids, which is fine by me! The squirrels cash in on a nice fall day, too. I’m sure they will be exhausted by the end of the night with all that harvesting and hoarding.

A squirrel has a lot to do to get through the winter. I’m just glad to have a sunny day here and there, before everyone packs it in for the winter. Maybe I should spend one of them on those leaves. Holly Funk is an Indiana accredited horticulturist and advanced master gardener residing in Noblesville. Email your gardening woes (or wisdom) to twogreengeeks@ yahoo.com.

Green light to a green furnace COMMENTARY By Craig Todd “Green” is terrific, but let’s be honest. If your furnace makes it through another winter, you’ll declare victory and likely not think about “greening up” your home heating plant until next fall. All those well-intentioned, environmentally sound, economically savvy and energy conserving Green planet aspirations can wait another year, if the furnace lasts. Yes, green home heating technology has blossomed, but it’s often the other kind of “green” – the folding kind – that determines when and how a homeowner updates an older furnace. The most modern high-efficiency furnaces achieve 92 to 96 percent efficiency. An up-todate one-speed gas furnace – perhaps the most common home unit – is probably has 80-percent efficiency or better. And while a good furnace might last a couple of decades, older furnaces dating to the 1990s and before are much less efficient. You may not know the exact efficiency of your furnace, but here’s a good rule of thumb: • 10-12 years old: 75 percent efficient • 20 years old: 60 percent efficient

Rather than running through the math here, “efficient” is a measure of how much of the fuel is converted to home heat, and savings are calculated based on improved efficiency percentage and annual fuel cost. Bottom line: A new, efficient furnace will likely save a homeowner several hundred bucks a year in fuel costs. It will burn less fuel, and new dual fuel (usually combined gas and electric), multi-speed hybrid heat pumps and furnaces do a much better job of evenly and smartly heating a home with very little waste. You want comfort, peace of mind, and both kinds of green. The best place to start is with a home evaluation by a trusted professional heating consultant. Matching a heat plant to a home, and especially to a homeowner’s needs and budget, should never be a one-size-fits-all sale. Make the call … it’s never too soon to think green, even in winter. Consult your heating and cooling professional for a more detailed explanation.

Let’s talk turkey this Thanksgiving COMMENTARY By Darla Kinney Scoles Those involved in a family history search often quote the following lament: “When we were young, we did not ask questions; now that we’re old, there is no one to answer them.” As I have embarked on a genealogical quest, I have asked many of questions of quite a few people. Depending on who I am working with my questions vary, but there is always one that I include: “What is the single most important thing that I can do right now?” Without exception the response has always been the same: “Talk with those who are still living.” I am consistently encouraged to ask my aging family members questions about their ancestors as far back as they can remember and to gather any family documents that might be lurking in the homestead attic. On a recent weekend I did just that. I called my parents with questions that had come up in my searching. I was given answers to many puzzling situations – and more. Several precious stories came forth as we visited – stories that don’t show up on a census form or death certifi-

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cate. Stories that might have been lost forever a few years from now. What I wouldn’t have given, though, to ask Aunt Pearl herself about life in the early 1900’s or hear Grandma Kinney explain why her first marriage ended in divorce when divorce was not a common occurrence. There was a time when I could have done that. Now I cannot. So this Thanksgiving, I encourage those who are at all interested in learning more about their family tree to bring up the subject at the holiday feast. Skip the chatter about reality TV and talk about the ones who no longer sit at the table. Ask questions -- and for goodness sake write down the answers. Darla Kinney Scoles is a freelance journalist living in Noblesville. Her most recent work involves the creation of “Stories,” an individualized writing service helping people get their personal histories down on paper. Contact her at darlas@mpinet.net

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» Tinsel and tails – The Hamilton County Humane Shelter’s annual fundraiser Tinsel and Tails Holiday Petacular is this Thursday, November 19, at the Oak Hill Mansion from 6 to 10 p.m. Seats are $65 each and include hors d’oeuvres and dinner. There will be a presentation and a silent auction, and all proceeds benefit the HSHC. Contact David Landau at 317219-3324 or hamiltonhumane@yahoo. com for reservations.

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Perspective: Use it or lose it COMMENTARY By John Mikesell Get a notebook or make a computer file devoted to tracking your dog’s training. Write down your primary goals and a brief description of your dog’s current behavior in those areas. Date it! Enter key experiences at least weekly. Daily is better. Add some brags; admit to some worries. Identify what’s not working. Review the journal periodically. Pat yourself on the back for your dog’s successes; forgive yourself for momentary lapses. Keep it all in perspective. Once toddlers are potty-trained, their parents tend to forget how much time and effort it took to accomplish that landmark. Similarly, we forget to appreciate how much puppies and dogs learn in their first few weeks in our home. One important thing to remember: practice, practice, practice. Dogs, like people, forget after a time if we change our routine or do not follow the same routine. My dog, Izzy, at times forgets

she is not supposed to chase after every squirrel and rabbit she sees. I forget sometimes to take my clicker with me, and I am not a very good finger snapper. She quickly remembers with a few clicks and some small treats. We owe it to ourselves and our dogs to see and appreciate any and all improvements and to keep working. It’s so easy to lose heart when there is one setback in your dog’s behavior. It’s easy to become tired and discouraged. But it is so important to stop and compare and identify progress and trends. We can do it. As an aside from training issues, we must all be diligent to help stop dog fighting, as was witnessed by the death of a dog at the Indianapolis Humane Society last week. The dog died from wounds received during a fight. We should do all we can to prevent this from happening. John Mikesell, owner of Izzy’s Place, A dog Bakery in Carmel, can be reached at john.mikesell@att.net.

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COMMENTARY By Hannah Davis Traditionally, I’m more of a, well, traditional kind of gal. Musically, at least. There’s nothing I appreciate more than an old-fashioned, wellsung yarn -- the most pure, the most honest and the most sincere form of music. I’ve been temporarily led astray, though, and I’m afraid pop’s to blame. Owl City, a one-man (Adam Young) electronic project plus backing band, has taken the country by storm, and I’ve been swept up, too. “Fireflies,” the group’s only song that’s getting any notable radio play, is just too cute to hate. I’m not ashamed to let the world know that can sing along to each and every word. It’s a nice, catchy song, and it thoroughly defies the modern idea that pop has to exclusively discuss

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Persons and people and peoples, oh my! By Brandie Bohney Nouns with irregular plurals can be really difficult. Think about the car-maker Lexus. If you have more than one Lexus in your driveway, what do you have? Lexuses? Lexi? Lexan? Lexus? It can be maddening. Add to that swirling torrent of confusion an additional definition that makes the word such that the irregular plural can itself be plural and a recognition of an alternate, traditional plural form, and you have the juggernaut that is person-persons-people-peoples. A little clarification, you ask? No problem. Most people pluralize person as people every time without fail. Still, I know you’ve heard on the news (or “Law & Order” or “CSI” or some other crime drama) the phrase, “persons of interest.” So what is it? Persons or people? There used to be (and may still be) a rule that people is the plural form of person to be used for an indefinite number of people: There certainly are a lot of people at the Colts game. The same rule also states that persons should be used if the exact number is known or can easily be counted: The Jaguars have had only seven persons

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at each of their games this year. It’s a great rule that has been widely ignored for years. You probably didn’t even know the rule existed, did you? This is one of those cases of language changing with standard use. Most people use people exclusively as the plural for person, so this rule is rarely ever taught anymore. Use of persons in cases of an exact known number isn’t incorrect, mind you; it’s simply falling into the realm of archaic usage. Now, on to the little matter of pluralizing a plural. The word people can actually function as a singular noun: The Cherokee are a proud people. When it refers to an ethnic or cultural group of people, people can be singular. For that reason, it can them be made plural: The peoples of South Africa have rich traditions. See the difference? Brandie Bohney is a grammar enthusiast and former English teacher. If you have a grammarrelated question, please email her at bbthegrammarguru@gmail.com.

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clubbing and love affairs. There’s not a single mention of “a-a-a-a-a-alcohol”, or paparazzi, or compulsive stalking. It might as well be a kids’ song. But as much as I love that blasé niceness, “Fireflies” is shamelessly mindless. It’s not going to incite any interesting discussion. I think, maybe, that I need to delve into my

own little world of acoustic solitude again. I’ll leave the radio on NPR for a little while. For the sake of my own sanity. Hannah Davis is a senior at Noblesville High School and the opinions editor for The Mill Stream.

Stress: the loudest silent demon COMMENTARY By Becky Kapsalis The trouble with stress is that it is sneaky, shameless, tactless and pervasive. The upcoming seasons feature stress’ greatest moments. If we start now, we can deliver a knock-out punch, sending this diabolical demon into no man’s, woman’s or child’s land! We can do it. Once we become aware that stress is a response to upsetting events, we can learn to tackle the event. Physical stress shows up in the form of a headache, high blood pressure, back pain or a racing heart, among other forms (my husband gets a pain in his right knee). Emotional stress is disguised as sleepless nights, worry, fear, overwhelming decisions, anxiety, frustration, etc. – none of which we can grab a hold of, unless we empower ourselves to challenge this demon. We can do it! Consider the following: 1. Unless it’s your problem, know you cannot fix it. Stress thrives when you take on someone else’s problems. If it is your problem, give it a name, bring it to the surface, accept it for what it is, and use self-talk such as, “This too shall pass;”

“Stay calm;” and “Take it easy.” 2. Use deep-breathing exercises. Breathe deeply for 15 seconds, inhaling the calm and exhaling the stressful event. Repeat as often as necessary until you feel the calm settle in. 3. Repeat after me: Every upsetting event has a solution! Some take longer than others and aren’t always to our liking, but nonetheless will be solved. 4. Punch a pillow; watch a funny movie; take a walk; read a book; listen to music. 5. Keep a journal of your stressful situations. Note what you did to ease the stress. 6. Be prepared. Count to ten if you see the stress coming. 7. Never underestimate the power of prayer. When we manage our stress, we can teach our children how to manage their own stress. We can do it! Hugs! Becky Kapsalis. aka YiaYia (pronounced Ya-Ya.) is a certified parenting advocate and child behavior coach. You may reach her at 317-848-7979 or e-mail becky@askyiayia.biz.

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Vital Signs COMMENTARY By Dick Wolfsie American manufacturers want their products to require as little thinking as possible. When I was a kid, they started putting a warning light on car dashboards to alert the driver that the vehicle was low on oil. I remember my father lecturing my mother to totally ignore the flashing because, he told her, the gauges on cars were basically worthless. This was a tough concept for Mom to get her head around, but it does explain why every time she went grocery shopping she ran out of gas. A new men’s razor on the market has a strip across it, and when the band turns white, the blade is no longer sharp enough to shave with. I guess this is a vast improvement over the old system where your face simply became a bloody red terrain when the blade was too dull. A friend told me she swears by a new ceiling paint that goes on pink but then turns white in about half an hour. This allows you to re-paint a white ceiling and ensure you have not missed a

spot. Apparently, there is a toothpaste that uses the same colorchanging principle, which gives you the option at night to either go to bed with a tingly mouth or touch up your bedroom walls with your Oral-B. Heidi, my editor, said that last line was hysterical but that it made no sense. Like I care. Last Christmas, my wife bought me an electric toothbrush with a tiny alarm to inform me that I have completed brushing the recommended two minutes. Just on principle, I have refused to use this device for its intended purpose, but I must say I haven’t had a bad soft-boiled egg in almost a year. Seems to me the real cool invention would be a coffee cup that turns pink if the beverage is too hot to drink and red if it’s too hot to spill in your lap. That’s an idea that could have saved me from slamming my head into the roof of my car and McDonald’s from a multimillion-dollar lawsuit. Then there’s this new beer innovation. Beer fans are often stereotyped as lowbrows – at least compared to wine connoisseurs. Just to show how dense the big-shots at Budweiser think we are,

they have introduced an aluminum can that turns blue when the beer is cold enough to drink. I wonder how many times I’ve grabbed a brew from the fridge and downed the entire can in one swig, only to discover way too late that I had just guzzled a warm beer. How did I manage to get through college as well as four successful years as a major frat stud without this necessary indicator? I hope you liked this column. But wouldn’t it have been great if when you got about halfway through reading it, a little buzzer had gone off to tell you that it’s not really amusing you that much, so maybe now’s a good time to quit reading this drivel and do something constructive instead?

Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist, and speaker. Contact him at wolfsie@aol.com.

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