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Bridging the workforce gap
Local organizations discuss creating inclusive work environments
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
The Noblesville Chamber of Commerce conducted its monthly luncheon July 24 at Purgatory Golf Club in Noblesville, where officials from Noblesville High School, Invest Hamilton County and other organizations discussed creating an inclusive work environment for people with disabilities.
Invest Hamilton County recently launched InvestAbility, a discovery and training initiative for individuals with disabilities. It offers participants opportunities to meet them where they are in their career journey.
Tim White with Janus Developmental Services led the discussion. He asked a panel consisting of Jennifer Weise with the Mayor’s Advisory Council on Disabilities, Mike Thibideau with Invest Hamilton County and Donna Kissel and Evan Burnette with Noblesville Schools a series of ques-
tions about hiring people with disabilities.
Kissel, a building supervisor for Noblesville Schools, shared her experience hiring people with developmental disabilities, including Burnette, who has a disability and is a substitute custodian for Noblesville Schools.
“We hired Evan, and Evan is great,” Kissel said. “He puts 110 percent into his job. I have found that when you find their strengths and put them with their strengths, they do a great job.”
Burnette described his journey to finding employment, saying he worked with a job coach at Janus Developmental Services, who helped him understand his goals and see what job was a good fit.
“(People with disabilities) can figure out what their strengths are and what they need help with to become successful,” Burnette said. “I would say it has been a great experience.”
Thibideau, president and CEO of Invest Hamilton County, said his goal for the future of workforce inclusion is for employers to interact more with people with disabilities.
“I think there is a job in our community that is a good fit for anybody (who) is looking for it,” Thibideau said. “We need to do the prep work in advance to help employers have enough interaction and destig-
matization within the community so that when they open a new role, they already have the groundwork done in advance.”
Weise not only serves on the Mayor’s Advisory Council on Disabilities, but is also the founder of BeeFree, whose mission is to get healthy food into the world while providing jobs for people with autism. She said organizations should know that the benefits of having a disability outweigh the challenges.
“I have a son with autism, and I had a front-row seat to the challenges, “ Weise said. “Being a business owner, when I found out that 80 to 85 percent of young girls with autism are unemployed, how could I not do something? Even if it meant changing the life of one person with a disability.”
Burnette said if he could advise anyone with a disability looking to get their first job, it would be to not let a disability get in the way of pursuing opportunities.
“A disability itself is a challenge,” Burnette said. “You shouldn’t let that challenge get in the way of what you want to do. You shouldn’t let the disability get in the way of your dreams or whatever job you want.”
For more about InvestAbility, email info@ investhamiltoncounty.com.
From left, Tim White, Jennifer Weise, Mike Thibideau, Evan Burnette and Donna Kissel speak at the July 24 luncheon. (Photo courtesy of Lexie Rock)
Noblesville’s DORA receives final state approval
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The Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission approved the City of Noblesville’s ordinance to establish a Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area in downtown Noblesville July 25.
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In April, the Noblesville Common Council unanimously approved the ordinance, making the DORA the first in Hamilton County.
“I applaud the Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission for approving the DORA District for the City of Noblesville,” Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen stated. “The district will increase foot traffic, tourism and spending downtown, building on our commitment to supporting our small, locally owned businesses. The city has worked closely with local stakeholders, including (the) Noblesville Police Department, to ensure the district is enjoyed safely and responsibly by our community, visitors and business owners.”
Kari Clouse, owner of Karisma Boutique in downtown Noblesville, said the DORA will make visiting downtown more
“inviting and relaxing.”
“To have the ease and comfort of being able to walk around and experience all of our amazing downtown shopping, restaurants and events versus being confined in one place makes the downtown Noblesville DORA a wonderful activation,” Clouse stated. “The DORA district will showcase our downtown square and surrounding area as a social, walkable area with plenty of entertainment, shopping and dining for every occasion.
Willie Neiberger, director of operations at The Courthouse Club in Noblesville, said the DORA will “showcase our downtown square and surrounding area as a social, walkable area with plenty of entertainment, shopping and dining for every occasion.”
“We tried to design every part of our new restaurant to complement that vibrancy with modern and social at the core while still holding true to the classic character of the heart of the historic downtown,” Neiberger stated.
The Noblesville DORA will be operational this fall. For more, visit noblesville. in.gov/dora.
Map of Noblesville’s Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area. (Map courtesy of Noblesville Common Council)
Grace Church supplies students
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
Grace Church and The Grace Care Center held their Community Fair July 27 to kick off the school year. The event drew more than 3,000 attendees who needed resources and support for the upcoming academic year. The Community Fair provided free school supplies, shoes, haircuts, access to the Grace Care Center food pantry and thrift store, and more, to help ensure students are well-prepared for school. According to Grace Church Pastor Tyler Bender, more than 300 community and Grace Church volunteers helped make the event happen.
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largest turnout of the past six years.
“Twenty percent of the volunteers were kids and teenagers, and I just think it’s cool that we’re a church and obviously want to activate our own people, but members of the community come from the outside to participate in an event that serves its own community at this scale,” Bender said. “These are all people who are excited about serving their own community.”
Bender said this year’s event had the
“The event is an extension of our Grace Care Center ministry,” Bender said. “We have thousands of families that come through every week to receive care in the form of groceries and referral services. So, it’s an extension of that, where we have a group of people to purchase backpacks, school supplies, shoes and more every year. Every year, we aim to hand out 1,500 of those items to students. We exceeded our 1,500 goal this year, so we’re excited about it.”
For more, visit gracecarecenter.us.
Children receive free backpacks and school supplies at a fair. (Photo courtesy of Tyler Bender)
Cruise Indy expands to 3 sites
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
In its fifth year, Cruise Indy is undergoing an expansion.
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For the first time, the car showcase will be at three sites, Cruise Indy President Dr. Kevin Macadaeg said.
Cruise Indy is set for three Carmel sites Aug. 17. Along with its original home parking lot base, Indiana Spine Group where Macadaeg practices at 13225 N. Meridian St., the other parking lot sites will be Meridian Mark 1 & II, 11611 N. Meridian St. and America Legion, 852 W. Main St.
“One of my goals is to have people on the road where they are traveling between the three sites. I want them in motion,” said Macadaeg, a north Indianapolis resident. “That’s one of the unique notions behind the whole idea. If anyone thinks their car is cool, then we want it there. Not just on the side of the road watching the cars go by but we want people participating with their own cars. It’s not a parade, it’s a poker run. You’ll see a bunch of cars up and down the road. If they want to register and show their cars at one of the three sites, they can do that as well.”
The Spine Group will feature the Crossroads Corvettes Car Club and runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Public Safety Day is set for the Meridian Mark I & II parking lot with those hours from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the same hours at the American Legion. The School of Rock band will perform at Indiana Spine Group and Tyler Poe and the Volunteer Railroad Band at American Legion. A band or DJ will be at the Meridian Mark lot.
There will be face painting for the children, music and food trucks at all three sites.
The event benefits Folds of Honor, which supports soldiers and first responders who are disabled or killed in the line of duty by awarding the spouse and children scholarships.
There will be a military flyover at 11 a.m. to begin the Folds of Honor program at the Indiana Spine Group.
New this year is the addition of Motorcycle Clubs and a Cruise Indy Passport, where people visiting all three sites can register and earn a Cruise Indy T-shirt.
Several other car clubs, including Mustangs, Thunderbirds and classic cars, among others, will participate.
Macadaeg, originally from Detroit, got the idea from Woodward Dream Cruise, held on Woodward Avenue in the Detroit suburbs.
“It was started as a way to raise money for a soccer field 30 years ago and turned into the biggest event in the world with 1.2 million people last year at this thing,” Macadaeg said. “It would always bug me that (Indiana) auto history is much cooler than what has happened in Detroit throughout the years. There are more car manufacturers here than anywhere.”
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Corvettes at a previous Cruise Indy. (Photo courtesy of Kevin Macadaeg)
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Choirs and programs for children in preschool through high school.
Road closures to impact Noblesville this month
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Closures and restrictions for the Reimagine Pleasant Street Project for construction of a roundabout at the intersection of 10th Street and Pleasant Street began this month.
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Noblesville Communications Director Lexie Rock said the closures are anticipated to last until November. Rock said the Reimagine Pleasant Street Project is a multiphased transportation project that will improve mobility and complement Noblesville’s growth.
“The project will create a safe, vibrant corridor for residents to drive, walk or bike to downtown Noblesville while alleviating traffic congestion along Ind. 32,” Rock stated. “The project is expected to reduce traffic through downtown Noblesville by 20 percent and will also provide a link for three major trails (Nickel Plate, Midland Trace and Riverwalk) to connect Noblesville with Hamilton County and the greater Indianapolis area.”
Rock said when the Indiana Department of Transportation opens the intersection
of Ind. 32 and 8th Street in downtown Noblesville, Pleasant Street will close between 8th and 12th Streets, and 10th Street will close from south of Pleasant Street to
Walnut Street.
The 8th Street and 12th Street intersections at Pleasant Street will remain open throughout construction and residents will always have access to their property.
The detour route will follow 8th Street, Greenfield Avenue and 16th Street. Rock said to help with traffic flow along the detour route, a temporary traffic signal has been installed at the intersection of Greenfield Avenue and 16th Street and will be fully activated when the closure begins. Drivers using Greenfield Avenue should prepare to stop.
The temporary signal will remain in place for Phase 2 of the Pleasant Street Project, which is expected to be finished by the end of 2025.
The following traffic changes will begin this month:
• Opening of Ind. 32 between 6th and 9th streets in downtown Noblesville (in progress)
• Temporary closure of Pleasant Street at 10th Street (until November
• Temporary closure of 10th Street from south of Pleasant Street to north of Walnut Street (Until Nov. 2024)
• Continued closure of Pleasant Street between 8th and 10th streets (until November)
• Temporary Signal at Greenfield Avenue and 16th Street intersection (until November 2025)
For more, visit reimaginepleasantst.com.
Map of road closures for Phase 2 of the Reimagine Pleasant Street Project. (Map courtesy of INDOT) north of
Movies in the Park returns
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The Noblesville Parks Department has announced the return of the 17th annual Movies in the Park Series, presented by Logan Street Signs & Banners.
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“The Movies in the Park Series is a timeless tradition for many Noblesville families. Attendees can enjoy free family-friendly movies, bring a blanket and dinner or snacks and enjoy an evening of cinema at Federal Hill Commons,” Recreation Program Coordinator Erin Hinshaw stated.
The movies will be presented at Federal Hill Commons at 175 Logan St., which Hinshaw said will give Noblesville families easy access to the free movies. All movies begin at dusk.
• Aug. 23 — “Trolls Band Together” (PG, 2023, 92 min.)
• Sept. 6 — “Elemental” (PG, 2023, 109 min)
• Sept. 16 — “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” (PG-13, 2023, 127 min.)
Concessions will be available for purchase at all screenings. The Federal Hill Parking Garage at 196 Westfield Rd., offers free parking for up to four hours.
For more, visit noblesvilleparks.org or call 317-776-6350.
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Sweepstakes — AAA Hoosier Motor Club is giving away two tickets to the upcoming concert event Aug. 20 at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville. Along with the tickets, the winner of the promotion will receive exclusive access to the AAA Hoosier Motor Club VIP Party Deck. The sweepstakes will run until Aug. 12. For a chance to win, visit hoosier.aaa.com/discounts/ concert-sweepstakes.
Shepherd’s Center social program —
Shepherd’s Center of Hamilton County hosts free social programs for residents 55 and older. The Together Today program is an opportunity for seniors to play cards, enjoy games, engage in conversations and attend educational programs. No reservations are required. Together Today meets throughout Hamilton County. Monday sessions begin at 10:30 a.m. at Grace Church, 504 E. 146th St. in Noblesville. Tuesday sessions begin at 9 a.m. at CrossRoads Church, 19201 Grassy Branch Rd. in Westfield. In Carmel, the group meets Wednesday at 9:30 a.m. at Orchard Park Presbyterian Church, 1605 E. 106th St. Thursday sessions take place in Fishers at 10:30 a.m. at Christ The Savior Lutheran Church, 10500 E. 126th St. The Friday group meets at 9:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 1207 Conner St. in Noblesville. Learn more at shepherdscenterofhamiltoncounty.org.
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School assistance for children of veterans — Operation Back to School — also known as the Military Family Relief Fund Back to School Program — provides financial assistance to Hoosier veteran families experiencing financial difficulties. Offered by the Indiana Department of Veterans Affairs, the program offers $500 of assistance per qualified dependent for back-toschool supplies and other school-related expenses. Applications are accepted through Aug. 30. Learn more at in.gov/dva.
Free shred days — Community First Bank of Indiana will host two free community shred days in Hamilton County. In Westfield, the shred event is 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. July 25 at the CFB branch at 707 E. Ind 32. Donations can be made at the event to support Student Impact of Westfield. The Noblesville event runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sept 24 at the CFB branch at 17661 Village Center Dr. Donations will be welcome to support Family Promise of Hamilton County. Both events are drive-thru with a limit of five boxes per vehicle. Learn more at CFBindiana.com/shred.
Fans descend on Colts camp
By Marney Simon marney@youarecurrent.com
The Indianapolis Colts are back in action at Grand Park.
FOOTBALL
Colts Training Camp kicked off July 25, with three weeks of scrimmages and family-friendly activities.
Ken Pack of Carmel attended July 27 with his children, John Paul and Leo. Pack said having camp in Hamilton County provides an opportunity for local Colts fans to immerse themselves in the sport and get up close to the athletes.
“It’s a beautiful area up here,” Pack said. “It feels like you’re getting away from things even though we’re just down the road. It’s really nice to be able to make a day of it without having most of that day be traveling.”
Pack also said seeing the team in action is a positive experience all around, for himself and his kids.
“I’m high on them, and not just as a fan,” Pack said. “I actually think they have really good chances of some dramatic improvements on both sides of the ball.”
Tickets are required to enter training camp. Tickets for Primetime Practice days Aug. 14 and 15 are $5 for visitors 18 and older. Proceeds benefit the YMCA of Greater Indianapolis.
Parking at Grand Park is $5 in advance and $10 at the lot.
In addition to watching drills and scrimmages, fans can participate at the 85,000-square-foot Colts City interactive area, which includes a turf field, inflatables and appearances by Blue and the Colts Cheerleaders.
For tickets and parking passes, visit colts.com/events/trainingcamp.
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Indianapolis Colts cornerback JuJu Brents signs autographs at Colts Training Camp at Grand Park. (Photo by Marney Simon)
Artisan market returns
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
The ninth annual Red Geranium Artisan Market returns from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 17 at First Presbyterian Church of Noblesville, 1207 Conner St., in Old Town Noblesville.
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The market will feature 60 artisans selling hand-made creations, including antiques, collectibles, garden art, boutique clothing, kids’ items, pet products, pottery, furniture, photography, jewelry and more. The artisan booths will be inside and outside the church.
“The Red Geranium Artisan Market is a significant part of First Presbyterian Church’s community outreach,” said Jennie Auble, co-chair of the Red Geranium Artisan Market. “It is a day for families and individuals to come together for fun, fellowship and to support our highly talented local artisans. Our whole congregation is so proud to be able to host this day for our community.”
The market will include live entertainment and food for purchase throughout the day. Vendors include the Smokey Blue
BBQ food truck and Stacco House by Mammamia Gelato. The event is family- and pet-friendly, with free admission and free parking nearby in the City Hall parking lot or along neighborhood streets.
All proceeds from vendor booth rentals support local and worldwide mission projects.
For more, visit redgeraniummarket.wordpress.com.
Tents will be set up outside and inside First Presbyterian Church of Noblesville Aug. 17. (Photo courtesy of Jennie Auble)
Fundraiser benefits Make-A-Wish
By Jennifer A. Haire news@yoaurecurrent.com
The second Wine, Women and Shoes event benefiting Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana will be from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 16 at Lucas Estate in Carmel.
MAW Director of Donor Advising Leslie Scott said the event “brings together up to 500 of central Indiana’s women of influence (to fulfill their) promise to grant wishes for local critically ill children who are already waiting for their wish to be granted.”
Guests can enjoy select culinary samplings from local restaurants and visit wine stations throughout the property. VIP ticket holders will also have access to a private bar and reserved lounge seating. The event includes a runway fashion show.
“The fashion show this year is hosted by Macy’s, and they’re showcasing their highend brands,” Scott said.
Longtime wish granter and friend to Make-A-Wish, Nicole Pence Becker, owner and operator of Pence Media Group, will serve as emcee.
This years fashion show is hosted by Macy’s and will showcase its high-end brands.
(Photo courtesy of Make-A-Wish)
Local high-fashion clothing retailers will be on-site with their latest items available for sale. Moyer Fine Jewelers will bring its most popular pieces.
“Twenty percent of the proceeds that they raise, they donate back to Make-AWish. So, ladies are shopping with a purpose,” Scott said.
The afternoon includes remarks from Carmel Mayor Sue Finkam and Carmel resident and MAW alumna Elizabeth Miller, who will share what the wish experience meant to her.
For more, visit one.bidpal.net/wws24/ welcome.
A DECADE OF EMPOWERMENT
Women in Noblesville to celebrate 10th anniversary
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
Women in Noblesville was founded in 2014 as an outreach network of the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce to connect women business owners and leaders in Noblesville.
Now, the WIN network is gearing up to celebrate its 10th anniversary.
WIN Co-Chair Kathy Young said everything the network does is tied to the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce, whose staff helps implement ideas. In the last decade, Young said WIN has grown dramatically.
“Ten years ago, we had the idea to start a women’s network,” Young said. “The first year, we called it WIN Week. We just had a week’s worth of events for women. So, we did that for the first two years. After that, the planning committee realized we were getting a lot of interest in what we were doing. And it was like, well, we don’t want to only do this once a year.”
WIN continued to grow over the next several years. It began its monthly networking event, Coffee and Connect, where women make connections, network and develop business opportunities over coffee at the Sagamore Club in Noblesville.
Kathy said WIN also began to hold a yearly women’s conference.
“We don’t really have a women’s conference or anything like that here in Noblesville,” Young said. “So, in the first year, it was a half-day conference. Over the next two or three years, it was a full-day conference with catered lunch, keynote speakers and breakout sessions. It was an opportunity for women to come and connect. We had the conference every year until COVID.”
WIN will celebrate its 10-year milestone at a gala Aug. 21 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Mustard Seed Gardens in Noblesville, 77 Metsker Lane.
The public gala will feature Debby Knox, a retired TV news anchor, who will emcee the celebration. The event will include networking, dinner and entertainment provided by The Sara’s Soiree Trio, featuring Sara Howe, owner of Sara’s Soiree.
The recipient of the Woman of Impact Award also will be announced during the event. According to Young, the award goes to a woman who lives or works in Noblesville and has made an impact through service, leadership, stewardship and compassion.
“We’ve tried many different programming things, but three years ago, we had someone on our committee say we didn’t have any kind of award program,” Young said. “There are so many amazing women in Noblesville doing such amazing things — and not just professionally. Many women who excel professionally serve nights and weekends on committees, volunteering, supporting the schools or giving back to the community in some way. This will be our third year giving away that award.”
The event also will provide an opportunity to support the launch of the new Women In Noblesville Business Fund, which will help support future events and programs.
“We have the Chamber Foundation, which is the nonprofit piece of the chamber,” Young said. “The foundation can manage the funds for us, but WIN is driving the (fund’s establishment). There will be a couple of fundraising components at the gala to help generate dollars for the fund, and a portion of each ticket price will go toward the fund. First Merchants Bank also made an inaugural contribution to get the fund started.”
Young said the goal is to use the funds to support and promote women entrepreneurs and women trying to start small businesses.
Noblesville Chamber of Commerce President-CEO Bob Dubois said capitalizing on the funds can provide new opportunities for more robust programming.
“We convene and connect people, and we celebrate the ability to put more structure around it, particularly the convening of female small business owners,” Dubois said. “They have very unique needs. Many of them are trying to balance family and work, move forward and connect to the community, and we want to ensure we have a support system that adds value. We think we can be a backbone organization to keep that together. Still, it will be driven by the people sitting around the table, the women driving their businesses.”
Young said she hopes WIN continues to grow organically in the next decade.
“We want to continue to grow the impact and see more women get involved,” Young said. “One thing on our radar is that we’ve talked about looking at a roundtable for women, business owners and women entrepreneurs. We see that as an area of growth. We want to continue our educational programming and don’t have a definitive plan, but one thing we’ve talked about in the past is, at some point, having a philanthropic component. I would say the sky’s the limit within the realm of what we can accomplish.”
For more, visit noblesvillechamber.com.
Tickets for the Aug. 21 WIN 10th Anniversary Gala at 77 Metsker Lane in Noblesville are $125 for
ON THE COVER: Women in Noblesville will celebrate its 10-year anniversary from 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 21 at Mustard Seed Gardens in Noblesville, 77 Metsker Lane. (Photo courtesy of the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce)
Women in Noblesville members attend a networking event. (Photo courtesy of the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce)
Carmel Jazz Festival features high school, college musicians
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Carmel High School senior Michael Clarke knows this is a special opportunity for his band.
Clarke is the keyboardist for Europa, which will play on the Carter Green stage at 9 p.m. Aug. 10 in the Carmel Jazz Festival, which starts Aug. 9.
“The whole point of this band is to get us out there and get experience with playing, especially jazz,” Clarke said. “Playing at Jazz Fest is the culmination of that. It started with us wanting to get our names out there and play music. The fact we’re able to play in front of so many skilled musicians, it’s exactly what we were aiming to do. Even if we don’t play, like, a perfect concert, we’ll be able to watch others. We’ll get feedback and we’ll show we really do care about this kind of art.”
Clarke recently was on a School of Rock All-Stars tour of the Midwest.
The group includes 2024 CHS graduate Sam Rubin on guitar, along with Clarke and fellow CHS seniors Ben Krowiak, drums, and Tarek Osman, saxophone. Zionsville Community High School junior Gus Brown plays bass guitar. Rubin, Clarke, Osman and Krowiak got together to play jazz tunes about two years ago.
“We were making slow progress for a year and we ended up playing at our school’s Jazz a la Mode concert in 2023, which was a lot of fun,” Clarke said. “It was fun, but it didn’t sound amazing.”
Clarke invited Brown to join the band about a year ago.
“Having a bassist helped us fill out some of our sounds,” he said.
Brown joined Europa for the Jazz a la Mode concert at CHS this spring. He also was selected for the School of Rock AllStar tour and recently returned from a tour of Florida.
Clarke said they plan to continue as Europa as Rubin is attending Purdue Uni-
versity and should be able to join them for performances.
“I’m going to Purdue next year and none of us are planning to go too far away to college, so we’re planning to keep this going,” Clarke said. “It’s been a lot of fun and it’s much more successful than we ever thought it would be.”
At the Carmel Jazz Festival, CHS junior Delilah Seal will join the band to sing Erroll Garner’s “Misty.” Clarke said it’s a 30-minute set, so Europa is planning to perform six songs.
“We’ve narrowed down to playing the best of the best songs we know how to play,” Clarke said.
The name Europa is derived from the name of one of Jupiter’s moons.
“It’s why our logo is an astronaut,” Clarke said.
The Aug. 10 program also will feature The Jazz Professors at 9:30 p.m. on the Carter Green stage.
The group includes college professors Mark Buselli, Ball State University; Tom Walsh, Indiana University; Mark O’Connor, University of Indianapolis; and Matt Pivec, Butler University.
“The four of us will be performing with an all-star student from one of our
student combos,” said Buselli, who is director of jazz studies at BSU and is a northside Indianapolis resident.
Buselli plays trumpet and the rest of the professors play saxophone. The students will play piano, guitar, drums and bass guitar.
Buselli said the same four professors played together last year in the inaugural Carmel Jazz Festival.
“The experience was wonderful, especially for the students,” Buselli said. “They played to packed houses. They were very excited that people were actually listening to them and clapping. The energy was really nice.”
The Indiana University and Ball State combos will play 90-minute sets Aug. 10 at the Studio Theater in the Center for the Performing Arts. The University of Indianapolis and Butler jazz combos play Aug. 9 at the Studio Theater.
“It’s great for the students because they have to (have) a rehearsal schedule, they have to figure out as a group what music to play and who is playing on what songs,” Buselli said. “It’s a learning experience.”
For the schedule, visit carmeljazzfest. org.
‘LEGALLY BLONDE: THE MUSICAL’
Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of “Legally Blonde: The Musical” runs through Aug. 25 at the Indianapolis venue. For more, visit beefandboards.com.
FEINSTEIN’S CABARET
Zach Day will perform Aug. 9, followed by The Cohen-Rutkowski Project featuring Sandy Lomaz Aug. 10 at Feinstein’s cabaret at Hotel Carmichael in Carmel. Performances start at 7:30 p.m. For more, visit feinsteinshc.com
SYMPHONY ON THE PRAIRIE
Arrival from Sweden: The Music of ABBA concert is set for Aug. 9, followed by Yächtley Crëw with opening act Rock E Bassoon Aug. 10 at Symphony on the Prairie at Conner Prairie in Fishers. Both performances start at 8 p.m. For more, visit indianapolissymphony.org.
CAGE THE ELEPHANT
Cage The Elephant will perform on its “Neon Pill” tour at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 7 at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville. For more, visit livenation.com.
DISPATCH
Indy Shorts awards prizes — Indy Shorts International Film Festival presented more than $35,000 in prizes July 27. The three grand prize-winning films, “Crust” (Jens Kevin Georg, Germany), “Wouldn’t Make It Any Other Way” (Hao Zhou, United States) and “The Brown Dog” (Jamie-James Medina and Nadia Hallgren, United States) received their qualification for the 2025 Academy Awards and $5,000 in cash awards. The Indiana Spotlight Award and the $2,000 cash prize went to directors Adam Oppenheim and Samuel-Ali Mirpoorian for their film “Saving Superman.” The Audience Choice Award Winners were announced July 29. The Overall Audience Choice Award and $2,000 cash prize went to “Jane Austen’s Period Drama” by Julia Aks and Steve Pinder (United States). The Indiana Spotlight Audience Choice Award and $500 cash prize went to “The Ice Cream Man” by Robert Moniot.
From left, Europa members Sam Rubin, Michael Clarke, Gus Brown, Ben Krowiak and Tarek Osman will play at Carmel Jazz Fest. (Photo courtesy of Europa)
Ruoff Music Center
12880 E. 146th Street
*Times vary by artist Tickets available at www.livenation.com
08/02-04 – Phish
08/06 – Slipknot
08/07 – Cage the Elephant
08/08 – Thirty Seconds to Mars
08/10 – Creed
08/16 – Five Finger Death Punch
08/17 – The Doobie Brothers
08/20 – Imagine Dragons
08/23 – Glass Animals
08/25 – New Kids On The Block
08/26 – Pearl Jam
08/30 – Sammy Hagar
08/31 – Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper
Free Movies Returning to Federal Hill
The Noblesville Parks Department invites residents to enjoy outdoor movies together as a family this summer. The 17th annual Movies in the Park Series, presented by Logan Street Signs & Banners, has something for all ages to enjoy – from animated favorites to legendary sequels and fantastic journeys.
“The Movies in the Park Series is a timeless tradition for many Noblesville families. Attendees can enjoy free family-friendly movies, bring a blanket, dinner or snacks and enjoy an evening of cinema at Federal Hill Commons,” said Recreation Program Coordinator Erin Hinshaw.
The movies will take place at Federal Hill Commons, a centrally located park, which will give Noblesville families easy access to the free movies. All movies will begin at dusk. This year’s schedule includes:
Friday, Aug. 23 – Tolls Band Together (PG, 2023, 92 min.)
Friday, Sept. 6 – Elemental (PG, 2023, 109 min.)
Friday, Sept. 16 – Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (PG-13, 2023, 127 min.)
Light concessions will be available for purchase at all screenings. Free parking for up to four hours is available at Federal Hill Parking Garage at 196 Westfield Road. For more information, visit www.noblesvilleparks.org.
AUGUST
EVENTS
FRONT PORCH MUSIC FESTIVAL
AUGUST 24 | 1 to 7 p.m.
More than 20 bands will perform on a dozen porches at the free event along Logan Street between 10th and 14th streets.
Saturdays – Farmers Market, 8AM-Noon, Federal Hill Commons
08/03 – HCAA Art Fair on the Square, 9AM-5PM, Courthouse Lawn
08/03 – Flix & Float: Soul, 8:15-11PM, Forest Park Aquatic Center
08/06 – National Night Out, 6-8PM, Boys & Girls Club of Noblesville
08/10 – Music and All that Jazz, (Main Street), 5-7PM, Courthouse Lawn
08/10 – Concert at the Commons: Crush (Bon Jovi tribute), 7-10PM, Federal Hill Commons
08/17 – Noblesville BrewBQ, 4-10PM, Federal Hill Commons
08/17 – Flix & Float: TMNT: Mutant Mayhem, 8:15-11PM, Forest Park Aquatic Center
08/24 – Concert at the Commons: Tennessee Whiskey (Chris Stapleton tribute), 7-10PM, Federal Hill Commons
08/30 – Salsa on the Square, 6-11PM, Logan Street, Downtown Square
Saturday, September 28 | 7:30 - 10:30PM
Reunited Doobies continue tour
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
When Pat Simmons asked Michael McDonald if he wanted to rejoin The Doobie Brothers for a few shows for the band’s 50th anniversary tour, he had no idea how long it would last.
CONCERT
“It turned out to be serendipitous,” said Simmons, the band’s guitarist and one of its founding members. “Mike joined us for a few shows. I think he was enjoying himself. It’s turned into more shows. He’s always been welcome to come and play with us. He’s been in and out through the years, singing on a few albums we’ve done and showing up at shows. It’s extended into years now. We’ll see how long he can stand us.”
McDonald will be part of The Doobie Brothers’ performance Aug. 17 at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville. Steve Winwood is the opening act at 7 p.m.
The 50th anniversary tour was supposed to start in 2020 but was delayed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Doobie Brothers appeared with McDonald in 2021.
McDonald joined the band in 1975 as a temporary replacement for Tom Johnston, who became ill during a national tour. He fit in so well, he became a full-time member until the band took a four-year hiatus in 1982.
“For me, it brings together both eras of the band,” Simmons said. “When Mike’s not there, we might do one or two of his songs. It’s nothing like having the real guy there singing his stuff. For the audience, it’s a pretty special experience. Mike certainly has his own fan base. Some might not even like The Doobie Brothers but they like Mike. We kind of pick up his audience as well.”
Simmons said the band is rehearsing a new song, “Walk This Road,” that it hopes to debut this summer.
“I think we’re ready to perform it now,” he said. “It’s getting it right and where do you put a song that nobody knows. I guess that’s where everybody wants to take a bathroom break.”
Simmons, 75, said the band tries to stay prepared for long tours.
“We do the best we can,” he said. “We do try to take care of ourselves. We’re not the young kids we once were. Playing live keeps you in the game. We’re lucky to have a great repertoire. Everybody has been involved in writing. Everybody contributes and everybody sings.”
Simmons, who wrote and sings “Black Water,” wrote “Cannonball” from the 2021 album “Liberté,” a song about motorcycles
“It goes family, band and motorcycles,” he said of his three loves. “It’s about a cross-country ride that I’ve done a few times called the Motorcycle Cannonball.”
For tickets, visit livenation.com
FREE EVENT SUMMER FEST
Feeling strapped for cash but still want to have some fun? Each week, Current helps you find things to do without breaking the bank. Here’s what’s on tap this week:
Each year, Janus hosts a day of summer fun. This year’s Summer Fest begins at 8 a.m. Aug. 16 at 1555 Westfield Rd. in Noblesville. All Janus staff and program participants join in on the fun. For more, visit janus-inc.org/ events-2.
OTHER FREE AREA EVENTS
CARNIVAL — The free Sensory-Friendly Summer Send-Off Carnival at Bierman Autism Centers in Westfield is from 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 10.
TRAINING — The Hamilton County Health Department will have a free training at 7 p.m. Aug. 14 at 18106 Cumberland Rd. in Noblesville to teach people to act with care and compassion if they come across a veteran in a crisis.
From left, Pat Simmons, Tom Johnston, Michael McDonald and John McFee. (Photo courtesy of The Doobie Brothers)
Prairie presents bassoon band
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Doug Spaniol knows his band has a unique approach to music.
CONCERT
“For the audience to hear a band of electric bassoons is unusual, a novelty,” Spaniol said. “The amazing thing is how we can make it sound like a regular old rock band using bassoons.”
This is the third consecutive year Rock E Bassoon will perform at Symphony on the Prairie at Conner Prairie in Fishers. Rock E Bassoon will open for Yächtley Crëw at 8 p.m. Aug. 10.
“From our perspective, playing at Conner Prairie is great,” said Spaniol, a professor of bassoon at Butler University. “It’s a great venue, lovely audience, awesome sound system and the weather is nice. It’s a great evening for everyone. It’s my favorite gig of all the gigs that I do and Conner Prairie is my favorite venue.”
Matt Gutwein formed the band with Spaniol, Mark Ortwein and Diana Ortega to play a set of Beatles music at the Tonic Ball in 2016. They enjoyed it so much they
kept playing together. Eventually, Ortega moved from Indianapolis.
The other members are Mike Muszynski, Kelly Swensson, Kara Stolle and drummer Craig Hetrick. Swensson and Stolle live in Zionsville and the other members live in Indianapolis. Ortwein, Muszynski and Hetrick are full-time ISO members.
Carmel resident PJ Woolston will sub for Gutwein at Symphony on the Prairie.
Spaniol said “Bohemian Rhapsody,” “Uptown Funk,” “Crazy Town” and “Toxic” are among the songs the band performs. For more, visit rockebassoon.com.
Pairing tips with craft brews
Commentary by Mark LaFay
As summer wanes, beer enthusiasts on the north side of Indianapolis have a wealth of options to enjoy locally brewed craft beer.
DRINKS
UPLAND BREWING CO.
(Bloomington and two Carmel locations)
Standout beer: Dragonfly IPA
Description: A well-balanced IPA with a mix of pine and citrus notes.
Pairing tip: Perfect with spicy grilled chicken or a hearty burger.
SUN KING BREWERY (Indianapolis)
Visit the Carmel tap room and chill on the green. There is a Fishers spot as well.
Standout beer: Sunlight Cream Ale
Description: This cream ale is light and refreshing with a smooth finish.
Pairing tip: Pair this cream ale with light summer salads or grilled fish.
BIG LUG CANTEEN (Indianapolis) 86th Street and the Monon
Standout beer: Kings Jive
Description: A rich, full-bodied Märzen, Kings Jive has a perfect blend of malty sweetness and subtle hop bitterness.
Pairing tip: Enjoy with grilled sausages or a pretzel with mustard.
MOONTOWN BREWING CO. (Whitestown; new tap room opening in Carmel this fall)
Standout beer: King of Troy Dortmunder
Description: This Dortmunder-style lager is crisp and slightly malty.
Pairing tip: Great with seafood dishes like mussels or shrimp.
5. TAXMAN BREWING CO. (Bargersville; visit its location in Fortville for a lovely beer and vibe)
Standout beer: Deduction Dubbel
Description: A Belgian-style Dubbel with notes of caramel, dark fruit, and spice.
Pairing tip: Pair with rich, meaty dishes like roasted pork or beef stew.
Mark LaFay is a butcher, certified sommelier and founder of Old Major Market, 4201 Millersville Rd., Suite 119, Indianapolis
From left, Matt Gutwein, Doug Spaniol, Mark Ortwein, Craig Hetrick, Kelly Swensson, Mike Muszynski and Kara Stolle. (Photo courtesy of Rock E. Bassoon)
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VERONICA SWIFT
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CENTER CELEBRATION 2024 FEATURING CHRIS BOTTI
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NICK CARTER: WHO I AM TOUR
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LEONID & FRIENDS: HE MUSIC OF CHICAGO AND MORE FRI, SEPT 27 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
DAMIEN ESCOBAR: VICTORY LAP TOUR
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BEN FOLDS: PAPER AIRPLANE REQUEST TOUR
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#IMOMSOHARD: LADIES’ NIGHT! FRI, OCT 11 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
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AUSTRALIAN CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
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GRAND FUNK RAILROAD SAT, OCT 19 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
SPACE ODDITY: THE QUINTESSENTIAL DAVID BOWIE TRIBUTE EXPERIENCE SAT, OCT 26 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
DANA & GREG NEWKIRK’S HAUNTED OBJECTS LIVE SUN, OCT 27 AT 7PM | THE TARKINGTON
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ZAKIR HUSSAIN & RAHUL SHARMA FRI, NOV 1 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
BONEY JAMES: SLOW BURN TOUR
SAT, NOV 2 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
THE MAGIC OF MICHAEL GRANDINETTI–EXPERIENCE THE MAGIC
SAT, NOV 2 AT 2PM & 8PM | THE TARKINGTON
GRUPO NICHE
FRI, NOV 8 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
THE PIANO GUYS
SAT, NOV 9 AT 4PM & 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
BUCKETS N BOARDS
SUN, NOV 17 AT 5PM | THE PALLADIUM
AN EVENING WITH LESLIE ODOM JR. FRI, NOV 22 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
CANADIAN BRASS
SAT, NOV 23 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
DIONNE WARWICK
SUN, NOV 24 AT 7PM | THE PALLADIUM
HOME FREE: ANY KIND OF CHRISTMAS TOUR
TUE DEC 3 AT 7:30PM | THE PALLADIUM
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MATTEO BOCELLI: A NIGHT WITH MATTEO THU DEC 12 AT 7:30PM | THE PALLADIUM
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CHRISTMAS TOUR 2024 FRI, DEC 13 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
JON MCLAUGHLIN & FRIENDS
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MAC MCANALLY FRI, JAN 10 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
YESTERDAY AND TODAY: THE INTERACTIVE BEATLES EXPERIENCE SAT, JAN 18 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
FRI, FEB 21 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
KALANI PE’A: GRAMMY-WINNING SINGER, SONGWRITER SAT, FEB 22 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
DON WAS & THE PAN DETROIT ENSEMBLE FRI, FEB 28 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
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BROOKLYN CHARMERS: A STEELY DAN TRIBUTE FRI, MAR 7 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON
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HEART OF AFGHANISTAN
FEATURING THE FANOOS ENSEMBLE SAT, JAN 25 AT 8PM || THE TARKINGTON
JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS SUN, JAN 26 AT 7PM | THE PALLADIUM
THE KINGS OF QUEEN SAT, FEB 1 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
WELCOME BACK: THE RETURN OF EMERSON, LAKE & PALMER FRI, MAR 21 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
DUSTBOWL REVIVAL: A LAUREL CANYON RETROSPECTIVE FRI, MAR 21 AT 8PM | THE TARKINGTON
THE RED HOT CHILLI PIPERS SUN, MAR 23 AT 7PM | THE TARKINGTON
GRIMMZ FAIRY TALES SUN, MAR 23 AT 5PM | THE PALLADIUM
LANG LANG FRI, MAR 28 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
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BACHELORS OF BROADWAY: GENTLEMEN OF THE THEATRE SUN, APR 13 AT 7PM | THE PALLADIUM
ITZHAK PERLMAN IN RECITAL THU, APR 17 AT 7:30PM | THE PALLADIUM
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BLACK VIOLIN SAT, APR 26 AT 8PM | THE PALLADIUM
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MARTY STUART AND HIS FABULOUS SUPERLATIVES THU, MAY 1 AT 7:30PM | THE PALLADIUM
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Trilogy Health Services expands
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Trilogy Health Services recently announced plans to expand senior living services at its Prairie Lakes Health Campus at 9730 Prairie Lakes Blvd. in Noblesville.
SENIOR LIVING
As part of the expansion, Trilogy will add 34 new patio homes to Prairie Lakes Health Campus, and construction is scheduled to begin in the spring of 2025. According to Emily Tucker, vice president of marketing at Trilogy, the expansion is to address the growing demand for senior living accommodations and services.
“Adding these patio homes brings a new level of comfort and independence to our community,” stated Holly Snyder, executive director at Prairie Lakes Health Campus.
“They not only enrich our community but also cater to those who value both privacy and supportive care. It’s a significant step forward in our dedication to improving lives and offering exceptional living experiences.”
Tucker said in the past five years, Prairie Lakes Health Campus has maintained a 95.2 percent occupancy rate, underscoring
the increasing demand for senior living facilities and services.
“Trilogy continues to innovate and find new ways to meet our local seniors where they are,” stated Leigh Ann Barney, president and CEO of Trilogy Health Services. “Our goal is to deliver a comprehensive continuum of care in underserved markets while expanding options in our established communities. We look forward to launching these exciting developments, creating new career opportunities and meeting the growing demand for high-quality senior living accommodations and care.”
For more, visit trilogyhs.com.
Stay hydrated in the heat
Commentary by Kevin Nowak
As temperatures rise in late summer, it’s crucial to prioritize staying hydrated to maintain good health.
PREVENTION
Our bodies face increased risks of dehydration, making it essential to understand the importance of proper hydration.
HOW WATER CAN HELP YOUR BODY
Water is essential to life. Our bodies rely on it for numerous vital functions. Here’s why staying hydrated is especially crucial in summer:
• Regulates body temperature: Sweating is our body’s natural mechanism to cool down. This process can quickly deplete our water stores, leading to dehydration. By drinking enough fluids, we replenish the water lost through sweating, helping to regulate body temperature and prevent overheating.
• Supports physical performance: Whether you’re hitting the beach, going for a hike or enjoying outdoor
activities, staying hydrated is key. Dehydration can lead to decreased endurance, muscle cramps and fatigue.
• Maintains cognitive function: Dehydration also affects our brains. Studies have shown that even mild dehydration can impair cognitive function, leading to difficulties in concentration, memory and mood.
• Prevents heat-related illnesses: Prolonged exposure to high temperatures and inadequate hydration can result in heat exhaustion and heatstroke. These conditions can be serious and even life-threatening if left untreated. When it is hot, it is easy to become dehydrated. Make it a habit to drink water throughout the day. If you or someone else shows signs of severe heat-related illness, seek medical attention right away.
Rendering of the new patio homes coming to Prairie Lakes Health Campus. (Rendering courtesy of Emily Tucker)
Standard painted version Rustic, non-painted version
Kevin Nowakis the Emergency Department medical director at IU Health Saxony Hospital in Fishers
iFlex opens Noblesville location
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
iFlex Stretch Studio, a franchise that has developed a series of assisted stretches to address several muscle issues, opened its fifth studio in the United States at 11170 E. 146th St. in Noblesville last month.
WELLNESS
The location will have a ribbon cutting at 10:30 a.m. Aug. 9 with the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce. The event will include free sample stretches and tents, as well as opportunities to win prizes and discounted memberships.
Kevin Needler, regional developer for iFlex in Indiana, said iFlex uses proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation to help trigger neurological responses and reprogram muscles.
“The resistance part of the stretching is kind of the magic pill in the therapy,” Needler said. “We use a simple age range of 8 to 88.”
Needler said Noblesville was chosen for the new location because there are few competitors in the area, and the city con-
tinues to expand.
“First of all, Noblesville is expanding. We just felt like of all the cities that are next to expand, Noblesville is definitely one of them,” Needler said. “This location was perfect, and we can bring in the Fishers folks, too. Our goal is to open 21 studios in Indiana.”
Joshua Reed, CEO of iFlex, is excited for Needler and his team to immerse themselves in the Noblesville community.
For more, visit iflexstretchstudios.com.
Nonprofit provides meals
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
Fueled For School, a nonprofit whose mission is to eliminate hunger for Noblesville students by providing food-insecure youth with nutritious meal packs and increasing access to local food, is gearing up for the 2024-25 school year.
EDUCATION
Kristina Trusty, executive director of Fueled For School, said the organization has been preparing all summer for the school year.
“We are just completing our summer lunch programming and will now shift our focus back to our flagship program — weekend meal packs,” Trusty said. “The warehouse has been reorganized and our food shipments are arriving for August.”
The weekend meal packs program allows the community to nominate a student to be considered a weekend meal pack program recipient. The organization collects fruit cups, microwave popcorn, chicken noodle soup, mac and cheese, granola bars, plastic jars of peanut butter, canned pasta sauce, dry pasta, shelf-stable yogurt
and instant oatmeal packets as part of the program.
Another school-year program the nonprofit provides is school break boxes. During fall, winter and spring break, families can participate in the program to receive meal boxes.
Trusty hopes the organization can continue serving students in need this year.
“We know that when children are well nourished, they are better behaved and more focused academically,” Trusty said. “Food plays a vital role in student success.”
For more, visit fueledforschool.org.
iFlex Stretch Studio at 11170 E. 146th St. in Noblesville. (Photo by Jessica Todd)
Volunteers prepare for the upcoming school year. (Photo courtesy of Kristina Trusty)
FRIDAY, AUGUST 16 TH , 2024
11AM to 3PM at Lucas Estate, Carmel, IN
Of all the cheesy topics
Commentary by Dick Wolfsie
I’m always nervous about traveling overseas because I’m afraid I’ll miss something important here in the United States. For example, we will be gone during part of February next year. My wife Mary Ellen could not have picked a worse month to be away. With a simple Google search, I realized I’d miss many exciting celebrations.
HUMOR
To name just a few: National Chocolate Month, National Pie Month, National Dental Health Month, National Age-related Macular Degeneration Month, Spay/Neuter Awareness Month, International Brownie Camera Day, National Goat Yoga Month, Spunky Old Broads Month, National Creative Romance Month and, finally, Adopt a Rescued Rabbit Month.
Our family is headed on vacation this month. I just realized that August is National Goat Cheese Month. How time flies. It seems like just yesterday, I was celebrating this holiday with some of my closest friends, going to wine and cheese parties and getting high on cholesterol. Has it really been a year?
How did goat cheese get an entire month? I don’t want to insult goat cheese lovers (or goats), but I don’t think goat cheese deserves four weeks. I figure with a good party planner and some forethought, you could celebrate everything about goat cheese in a day — maybe in two hours. But “National Goat Cheese Two Hours” just doesn’t have the same ring to it.
You probably just said to your spouse, “Where is Wolfsie going with this goat cheese thing? He can’t write an entire column about goat cheese.”
And the response you got, “You’re selling the guy short, sweetheart. I’ve seen him write about way dumber things.”
I’m not going to take the easy way out by bringing in National Peanut Butter Month, which started slowly but spread
How did goat cheese get an entire month? Is there a goat cheese lobby? What would that smell like?
– DICK WOLFSIE
over the years. And I won’t mention National Kite Month, which had trouble getting off the ground.
No, this is about National Goat Cheese Month. And I’m sticking to it (that line would have been better during National Peanut Butter Month).
How did goat cheese get an entire month? Is there a goat cheese lobby? What would that smell like? While we’re all out whooping it up for goat cheese, the American Dental Association is celebrating its month. I think it’s also National Mandolin Month. And National Osteoporosis Month. How can we focus when there are so many distractions?
Now that I know it’s National Goat Cheese Month, I don’t want to fritter it away (I’d do that during National Apple Month). I mean, how many Augusts do I have left?
After dinner we’ll … or maybe we’ll go down to … how about a nice evening of … See what I mean? You can’t even fill two hours celebrating goat cheese. Why didn’t they partner with National Goat Yoga Month?
I wrote 480 words about goat cheese, which is the maximum I’m required to turn in for my column.
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Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist and speaker. Contact him at wolfsie@aol.com.
Art of managing expectations
Commentary by Terry Anker
Big promises are made. We get our hopes up. Perhaps so much so that disappointment is inevitable. Will they overpromise and underdeliver? Is it possible that they could conjure up everything outlined and more? Commitments often have a lifecycle. They start with big aspirations and unchecked hubris about the resources required to accomplish the goal. Excitement of the potential can anesthetize us from critical thought. We imagine all manner of impossibilities to be not only possible but easily attained. Sometimes it is the spin of a good sell job, but often we are complicit in the ride. We want to catch what they are pitching.
ESSAY
Invariably, we soon find our ability to effect the grand changes promised to require more heavy lifting and compromise than expected. Persistence demands stamina and both take effort. So, we adjust and begin to dial down the rhetoric of our role in the change and aim the spotlight at those who would
be potential scapegoats in a failure. Ultimately, the dramatic and sweeping reform is scaled back or put on hold. The product was already sold, so we come to realize that we bought a longshot chance rather than efficacy. Blame flies and accountability is in short supply. Political, professional or late-night television informercial, we are surrounded by those who promise big knowing that little is likely to be delivered. Should we scold ourselves for not being critical enough of them for leading us down the primrose path or of them for taking advantage of our slumber? But if we are always thinking critically, how do we remain optimistic? Who is responsible for managing our expectations – the one making the promises or those of us naive enough to follow? If we invite them to do it, is it our fault that they lie to us?
Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@youarecurrent.com.
Editor,
World Lung Cancer Day was Aug. 1, a time to raise awareness about this serious disease.
Lung cancer can affect anyone, but individuals with a history of tobacco use/ exposure are at significantly higher risk. The American Lung Association reports that smoking is directly responsible for about 90 percent of lung cancer deaths.
Indiana, unfortunately, has one of the lowest cigarette taxes in the Midwest, at 99 cents since 1997. According to the American Cancer Society, raising Indiana’s cig-
arette tax could prevent 16,800 premature deaths among Hoosiers and raise funding for prevention and cessation education programs across the state.
In recognition of World Lung Cancer Day, let’s come together to advocate for a healthier Indiana. Write or call your legislators, encouraging them to support a $2 increase in the cigarette tax during the 2025 legislative session.
Learn more and join the alliance at breatheeasyhamiltoncounty.com.
Stacy Collins, executive director Breathe Easy Hamilton County
Blueprint for Improvement: Transforming tradition in Indianapolis
Commentary by Larry Greene
We believe every home should be customized to its family’s unique personality and needs, which can mean reimagining traditional spaces. When our clients envisioned transforming their Fall Creek home’s underutilized formal dining room into a chic gathering space, we were ready! Our team revitalized the area, creating the perfect bar room for relaxing and entertaining, while ensuring the space remains versatile for future resale.
THE BLUEPRINT
• The material mix sets a layered and stylish tone. Ebony cabinetry and rich wood tones lend a touch of sophistication, while antiqued mirrored shelving, seeded glass cabinet fronts and a hammered sink add texture and shine.
• The beverage fridge and sink make entertaining or unwinding with a drink easy and effortless.
• Wood tones on the counter, molding, and plantation shutters lend organic appeal and depth, balanced by neutral tones on the walls and upholstery.
• In contrast to the room’s clean lines, the conversation area features graceful curves in the club chairs, cocktail table, and lighting fixture. This juxtaposition helps define the space and creates a striking focal point.
Larry Greene is the owner of Worthington Design & Remodeling (formerly Case). You may email him at lgreene@worthingtonindy.com or visit worthingtonindy.com for more remodeling inspiration and advice.
43. WFYI’s “___ Street”
44. The first H of HHH
47. Moist
48. Suitable
51. Old Roman 21
52. Tear
54. Cosmetician Lauder
56. Colts coach...and an anagram of 20- and 38-Across
61. Silently understood
63. British conservative
64. Prime seating spot at the Palladium
65. Unrefined
66. Lotion additive
67. Prayer’s end
68. Headquartered
69. “Shall we?” response
70. Carmel HS swim event Down
1. Unexpected wins for the Pacers
2. Steamy spots
3. Engraves 4. Recovery program, for short
5. PC alternative 6. Musical symbol
7. Nautical speed unit
8. Second-year students at ZCHS
9. California city
10. German auto
11. Advise against 12. Opposite of WSW 13. ISP option 21. Taboos 22. Have a burger at Wolfies 26. “Now hear ___!”
Fishers winter hrs.
Civic Theatre stage prompt
Crafts’ partner
Oohed and ___
34. Philosopher Descartes
35. Notoriety
36. Butte’s kin
38. Essence
39. Hawaiian state flower
40. ‘60s war zone
41. Architect of an Indy airport traffic control tower that was razed in 2006
42. Text of gratitude
45. Like “Joker” and “Oppenheimer”
46. “Cat on a Hot ___ Roof”
48. Where telecommuters work
49. Itsy-bitsy
50. Lease signer
53. Flower part
55. “Shoo!”
57. Conceal
58. Oceanaire menu choice
59. Hoosier Park race pace
60. Watches
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