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Noblesville Common Council takes first step in approving $67 million mixed-use development
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
The Noblesville Common Council approved a resolution Aug. 13 to move forward with plans for a $67 million mixed-use development, The Granary, along the new Pleasant Street Corridor.
CITY NEWS
The Pleasant Street Corridor is part of the Reimagine Pleasant Street project, a multiyear initiative designed to improve east-west connectivity and accessibility for the City of Noblesville.
According to Noblesville Communications Director Lexie Rock, the resolution is the first step in the approval process for the development, which was scheduled to go before the Redevelopment Commission Aug. 15.
“There will be a period of finalizing the (economic development agreement) and design/engineering, then it will go before the council again for approval of the incentive and again for approval of the zoning,” Rock said.
Rock said Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen prioritized the proposal as part of the city’s efforts to enhance its downtown area and tie resident well-being to economic and workforce growth.
The proposed development, a partnership with developer Flaherty & Collins, is approximately 3 acres between South 8th and South 9th streets. Noblesville Assistant Director of Economic Development Chuck Haberman said construction is expected to begin in summer 2025, with anticipated completion by summer 2027.
“The vacant land is the former home of Noblesville Milling Co.’s granary site, built in the early 1900s, and is a long-standing part of our city’s history in the milling (industry), thus the name from the Noblesville Millers,” Jensen said at the meeting.
The project includes a four-story mixeduse building and parking garage containing 225 luxury apartment homes, 5,000 square feet of commercial retail space and approximately 300 structured parking spaces for residents and the public. The southern portion of the development would include a trailhead to the Midland Trace and Nickel Plate trails with public restrooms and lockers.
“This is the first significant project along the new Pleasant Street Corridor, and one that will further invest in the livability for current and future Noblesville residents,” Jensen stated in a news release. “A priority for my administration, this development will feature architecture that complements the surrounding historic area, provides a new housing option, walkable and neigh-
borhood-oriented amenities, and pedestrian connectivity to the nearby trail system.”
The Granary would have amenities like a saltwater pool and aqua lounge, coworking areas, a state-of-the-art fitness center, an outdoor kitchen with grilling stations and fire pits, a game room with billiards, a pet spa, bike storage and bike shop, and a club room with a kitchen, bar and seating for groups.
“One thing that I really like is the way that this intersects and acts with the trail,” Noblesville Common Councilmember Aaron Smith said. “I think it’s such a great asset for us to have a commercial or retail spot right on the trail where folks are going to come from the Nickel Plate, Midland and Riverwalk (Trails.)
In a news release, Noblesville Common Council President Darren Peterson lauded the development.
“This project will reflect the history of our downtown while offering unique architecture and new amenities to enhance the quality of place and life for our residents,” Peterson stated.
Flaherty & Collins Chairman Emeritus and Principal Jerry Collins expressed his enthusiasm for the development.
“We could not be more excited to partner with the City of Noblesville to bring a firstclass, transformational development to the Pleasant Street Corridor, a project that all residents can be proud of and enjoy. Noblesville is a thriving, vibrant community that myself and many of our employees and executives are proud to call home,” Collins stated in a press release.
For more, visit reimaginepleasantst.com.
Local officers participate in enforcement campaign
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The Hamilton County Traffic Safety Partnership has issued the warning, “Drive sober or get pulled over,” to motorists as it prepares for the annual end-of-summer impaired driving enforcement campaign.
PUBLIC SAFETY
According to public information officer for the Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Bryan Melton, now through Sept. 2, officers with the Hamilton County Traffic Safety
Partnership are working with officers across the state to increase patrols and sobriety checkpoints to “crackdown” on people driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Melton said the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration funds high-visibility enforcement through grants administered by the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute.
“Driving drunk or drug-impaired is a problem for everyone,” stated James Bryan, ICJI’s traffic safety director. “Making the choice to operate a vehicle while impaired is never the right option.”
Melton said around 20 percent of all traffic fatalities in the state in 2023 involved alcohol impairment. Alsoin 2023, nearly a quarter of all traffic fatalities involved drug impairment.
“Our foremost concern is the safety of everyone in our community,” Hamilton County Sheriff Dennis Quakenbush stated. “If you’re planning to drink, take responsibility by planning ahead. Let’s join forces to safeguard our community and put an end to these preventable actions.”
For more, visit hamiltoncounty. in.gov/502/Traffic-Safety.
Rendering of The Granary. (Rendering courtesy of Lexie Rock)
COMMUNITY
DISPATCHES
Concert — Indianapolis senior living community professional Mary Evans will join singing partner Ashley Nicole and the choir and dancers from Guerin Catholic High School in a concert to raise money for the Indianapolis Walk to End Alzheimer’s at 7 p.m. Aug. 22 at Guerin Catholic High School in Noblesville, 15300 Gray Rd. World Alzheimer’s Month is in September, and the Indianapolis Walk to End Alzheimer’s takes place Sept. 28. The cost to attend the concert is $30, and 100 percent of the proceeds go to Alzheimer’s of Greater Indiana. For tickets, visit eventbrite. com/e/2nd-annual-night-to-remember-tickets-972516171047.
Library card — Hamilton East Public Library invites the community to discover the power of a library card by signing up for or renewing a library card at the Fishers or Noblesville branch of HEPL anytime in September to celebrate Library Card SignUp Month. To celebrate, HEPL has partnered with several local businesses to give cardholders special access to deals. Show your HEPL card at participating local businesses between Sept. 1 and Sept. 30 to get a special deal. To help HEPL break its own record for the most library cards created in any past September, two library card sign-up parties will be held with music, live caricature artists, Kona Ice and more. The first event will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 5 at the Noblesville Library, 1 Library Plaza. The second event will take place from 10 a.m. to noon Sept. 21 at the Fishers Library, 5 Municipal Dr. For more, visit hamiltoneastpl.org/show-your-library-card-andsave-library-card-sign-up-month-2024.
Schools — Noblesville Schools is inviting residents to provide feedback by participating in listening sessions that will be held at the Noblesville Schools Community Center later this month. The sessions are a continuation of the community survey the district launched this past spring and will give participants an opportunity to share more comprehensive feedback on topics related to the district’s strategic planning. Participants will be placed in small groups and asked to share their thoughts on specific questions. Noblesville Schools leaders will be listening to these group discussions and capturing notes to help guide future planning. Sessions will be held from 6 to 8 p.m. Aug. 27 and 9 to 11 a.m. Aug. 29 at 1779 Field Dr. in Noblesville. RSVP at bit. ly/3M8J7AS.
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NOW LEASING IN NOBLESVILLE
Commissioners approve plan for CDBG funds
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
A $5.5 million plan that would help Hamilton County’s low- and moderate-income residents was approved Aug. 12 during a Hamilton County Commissioners meeting in Noblesville.
COUNTY NEWS
ALL THE
• Maintenance-free living with seasonal lawn care and 24-hour maintenance
• Functional and stylish floor plans with wooded and waterfront views
• Wide array of amenities including community trails, fitness center, pool and a pet spa
• Planned social activities, trips and educational events
• TrailSEEKERS wellness program for a more fulfilling experience
Community Development Program Manager Michelle Westermeier said the fiveyear plan maps out how the county would distribute federal Community Development Block Grant funds, which are intended for housing, economic development, public infrastructure and community services.
Westermeier said the plan for 2024 to 2028 is a collaboration with the Noblesville Housing Authority, Prosperity Indiana and Usona Development LLC. It identifies priorities for community development and affordable housing and proposes strategies to meet those needs.
“It benefits low- to moderate-income households and families,” Westermeier said. “It’s working-class families, (such as) those in food service, home health care, nursing, office staff, laborers, accounting — a wide range of folks that can live here in Hamilton County and would qualify for
benefits through the CDBG program.”
Westermeier said the plan includes data that shows the county needs more affordable housing, along with input from housing providers, local government and social service agencies.
Proposed projects in the plan include capacity building to start a Community Land Trust, which would develop rural and urban agriculture projects; commercial spaces to serve local communities; affordable rental and cooperative housing projects; and conserving land for urban green spaces.
A specific proposal in the plan is an affordable housing project to complement development in Bakers Corner, 7 miles north of Westfield.
“With the infrastructure that’s been put in and upgraded significantly, it’s certainly a prime area that we see will need affordable housing,” Westermeier said.
She said the county’s larger communities of Noblesville, Westfield, Fishers and Carmel are encouraged to tie infrastructure projects to affordable housing development, if possible.
The plan will be submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for review. Westermeier said she hopes it will be implemented by Oct. 1.
DISPATCHES
Bowling League — Silver Stars Bowling league for those 50 and older meets most Mondays from now through April at 1 p.m. at Bowl 32 in Noblesville, 845 Westfield Rd. Register at silverstarsbowling.com.
Applications for ISP — The Indiana State Police is accepting applications for the 87th Recruit Academy for traditional and lateral applicants. Interested individuals must apply online at IndianaTrooper.com by 11:59 p.m. Oct. 13.
Find Current in Noblesviile Managing Editor Jessica Todd from 10 a.m. to Noon each Friday at Debbie’s Daughters Bakery & Cafe, 1236 Conner St Suite 100, Noblesville. Suggest story ideas, ask questions and learn more about Current in Noblesville. For more, email jessica@youarecurrent.com.
County launches new trail tool
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Hamilton County has launched a new online tool to help outdoor enthusiasts explore trails throughout the county. Trail Finder provides details about trails throughout the area regarding trail distance, surface material and trailhead locations, making it easy to plan a hike, bike ride or nature walk
RECREATION
According to a news release, each park department in the county — including Hamilton County Parks and Recreation, Carmel Clay Parks and Recreation, Fishers Parks and Recreation, Noblesville Parks and Recreation, the Town of Atlanta, the Town of Sheridan, Arcadia, Cicero Parks and Westfield Parks — collaborated with Hamilton County’s Geographic Information Systems, or GIS, team to map out every trail in Hamilton County.
In fall of 2023, Park Finder was launched as a comprehensive program that provides detailed information regarding park amenities. People can choose a park on a map and view park descriptions and details, or filter to search for a type of recreation
activity. Trail Finder was added to the Park Finder program to provide additional details to the public in a more convenient way
Joan Keene, GIS director for Hamilton County, explained the need for Trail Finder.
“Adding Trail Finder to the Park Finder tool allows us to provide even more detailed and accessible information to the public to answer all their questions about the trail systems,” Keene said.
To access the Trail Finder/Park Finder site, visit geohub.hamiltoncounty.in.gov.
Morse Park Trails in Noblesville offers asphalt, concrete, stone and wood pathways. (Photo courtesy of the City of Noblesville)
PROMENADE TRAILS CELEBRATES NEW COTTAGES WITH RIBBON-CUTTING
From left, Vice President of Justus Companies Mark Myers, Noblesville Chamber of Commerce Director of Engagement Kristi Spehler, Noblesville Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Bob Dubois, COO of Justus Companies Angela Miller, Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen, President and CEO of Justus Companies Walt Justus and Director of Finance for Justus Rental Properties Chris Egan cut the ribbon at Promenade Trails of Noblesville, a 55-and-better-community, Aug. 8. The event, held at 17719 Pathfinder Trail in Noblesville, included remarks by Noblesville Mayor Chris Jensen and was attended by officials from the Noblesville Chamber of Commerce, community members, residents and Promenade Trails staff. Promenade Trails offers leasing options with monthly rents starting at $1,514 for apartments and $2,360 for cottage homes. The community building, scheduled for completion by summer 2025, will feature a courtyard with a pool, grilling stations, perennial gardens, a pergola and an outdoor TV. Indoor amenities will include a clubroom for parties and events, a wellness center, a life-enrichment center, a pet spa, a pub, fireside lounges and more. (Photo by Conrad Otto)
Spencer Farm preps for fall
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
Spencer Farm, a family-owned and operated business started by Kyle and Lori Spencer in 1982, is gearing up for its fall season.
AUTUMN
The 7177 E. 161st St. farm in Noblesville mainly grows specialty fruits such as strawberries and red raspberries. Production Manager Mark Spencer said the business has branched out to offer table grapes, a sunflower experience, a pumpkin patch and a winery.
Spencer said the farm has had a challenging summer and he looks forward to fall events such as the Aug. 24 Grape Harvest Festival, the Sept. 14 RISE Fest and the Oct. 5 Fall Festival.
According to Spencer, pumpkin season is the farm’s most popular time of year.
“We have a very large pumpkin patch, with free hayrides for our guests to the patch on the weekends,” Spencer said. “We usually open for pumpkin season in the middle of September, and the pumpkins are looking great.”
Spencer said a lot of work goes on
behind the scenes to prepare for the fall season.
“We will be harvesting lots of specialty gourds, squash and pumpkins to (ensure) our guests have options for decorating their homes for the fall season. Grape harvest and winemaking also hit during the early fall, making the fall season pretty busy for all of us here at the farm,” Spencer said.
“Overall the fall is a very busy time for all of us at Spencer Farm, but we look forward to it, and we hope lots of people can make it out to enjoy it as well.”
For more, visit spencerberryfarm.com.
The pumpkin patch at Spencer Farm in Noblesville. (Photo courtesy of Spencer Farm)
CROSSTREK
County Council approves resolution regarding facility
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
The Hamilton County Council held a regular meeting Aug. 8 where it approved a resolution to continue moving forward with a public safety training facility at River Road and 160th Street in Noblesville, where a smaller-scale training facility exists.
COUNTY NEWS
The new facility, the cost of which has not been determined, is set to have approximately 20,000 square feet of classroom space for fire and police training areas; a four-story fire training burn tower; SWAT training area; outdoor firing range; and EMA training area.
According to Hamilton County Councilmember Tim Griffin, although the building site is in Noblesville, Westfield owns the area and has offered to donate the land. However, an agreement on the land has yet to be finalized.
“We don’t have everything worked out
regarding final budgeting for the project,” Griffin said. “We’re pretty far into the designs, so we have a grasp of what that looks like. The construction company is coming up with final budgets on the build out that will be there.”
Hamilton County Councilmember Mark Hall asked if approval of the resolution should be paused because a deal with Westfield has not been worked out. Zachary Klutz with Taft Law, who represents the county, said he believes there is time to finalize a deal because there is still time before entering into a definitive financial agreement.
“In addition to property taxes, it is contemplated that (tax increment financing) revenues from the 96th Street-U.S. 421 allocation area will also be part of the financing of this project,” Klutz said.
At its meeting Aug. 5, the Carmel City Council unanimously consented to using the TIF revenue.
The next Hamilton County Council meeting is set for 7 p.m. Sept. 4.
Family Promise announces new director
Nancy Ramsey, the first executive director of Family Promise of Hamilton County, a nonprofit whose mission is to help homeless and low-income families achieve sustainable independence, is retiring this month. Noblesville native Alicia Klingerman has been selected as the new executive director.
Ramsey moved into a consultation role Aug. 1 and is mentoring Klingerman throughout a onemonth transition period.
According to FPoHC’s board of directors, Ramsey was the first person hired into the FPoHC affiliate.
“I’ve been truly blessed and it’s been an honor serving the community with Family Promise of Hamilton County,” Ramsey stated.
Jennifer Novello, board president, lauded Ramsey’s leadership and service.
“In Nancy’s six years of inspirational leadership, she is leaving our organization in an incredibly strong and stable position,” Novello stated.
The board of directors said the appointment of Klingerman as the new executive director “marks a significant step forward in the organization’s mission to support families and children experiencing homelessness in the community.”
Klingerman previously held leadership roles at the Department of Child Services and Family Development Services.
“I am extremely honored to be Nancy’s successor as the executive director at Family Promise of Hamilton County,” Klingerman stated. “It is my privilege to serve my hometown and county. We will continue to serve families through our mission because we believe every child deserves a home.”
Novello said Klingerman’s background and commitment to addressing homelessness and supporting families aligns with FPoHC’s mission.
For more, visit familypromisehamiltoncountyin.org.
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Cathedral High School congratulates Olympic Gold Medalist, Olympic recordsetter, and 2019 graduate Cole Hocker and extends a warm “you’re so welcome” to him. In a post-medal interview, Cole thanked Indianapolis, Indiana, and “especially Cathedral” for all the support. Cathedral is a faith-filled school where caring educators know, love, encourage, and support their students. And that support doesn’t end when a student graduates because of our Holy Cross value of Family. After winning Gold, Cole also stated, “I just felt like I was getting carried by the stadium and God.” How beautiful to see our Holy Cross value of Zeal on a world stage! Zeal, which is Cathedral’s Holy Cross Value for this school year, is the great desire to make God known, loved, and served. Those with this virtue fulfill their duties with eagerness, affection, courage, and perseverance. (Kind of like an Olympic Champion!) Greatness called, and you answered, Cole! You make our Holy Cross value of Excellence shine like GOLD!
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Teen Olympian recaps Paris experience
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Luke Whitlock started as a reluctant swimmer.
SWIMMING
“It took (some) convincing to get him to swim,” said his mother, Kara Whitlock. “We laugh because he didn’t pass Level 1 in swimming lessons (at age 6) because he didn’t want to put his face in the water. He looked like a swimmer when he swam, so we were trying to convince him to join the swim team. It took a couple of years, but he decided to try it.”
The Fishers Area Swimming Tigers member has come a long way. Whitlock, 18, was the youngest U.S. male swimmer to make the U.S. Olympic team since Michael Phelps made it at age 15 in 2000. Whitlock qualified by finishing second to Bobby Finke in the 800-meter freestyle with a personal-best time of 7 minutes, 45.19 seconds, to make the team at the U.S. Olympic Trials in Indianapolis.
Whitlock, a Noblesville resident, finished 15th in the 800-meter heats July 29 at the Summer Olympics in Paris. He was about
4 seconds slower than his Olympic team qualifying time. Whitlock hadn’t felt well but didn’t test positive for COVID-19 until after his Olympic swim.
“I didn’t even know he wasn’t feeling well or sick,” FAST coach Joe Keller said. “He didn’t want to use that as an excuse. He still had a great performance, but I feel quite confident if he had felt better, he would have probably been a lot faster. In
2028, he should be in position to do some pretty awesome things.”
Whitlock was disappointed.
“I didn’t perform how I wanted to. I don’t want to make excuses for that, but it’s something that I couldn’t control,” said Whitlock, who is a freshman at the University of Florida. “After my race, I was like, I’m ready to get back to work and ready for next year and each year after, especially in four years.
Still, Whitlock said the Olympic experience was great.
“I had to quarantine for two or three days but since I had been experiencing symptoms before, I started to feel better,” he said. “I was able to go around the Olympic Village for the last two days after I quarantined.”
Whitlock competed for Noblesville High School as a freshman in the 500-yard freestyle. He made the IHSAA state finals but finished 15th. After that, he chose to concentrate on the longer races in junior meets and didn’t compete at the high school level.
FAST held a welcome-home celebration for Whitlock Aug. 7 at Fishers High School.
From left, Kara, Luke, Trent and Blake Whitlock. (Photo courtesy of Kara Whitlock)
FESTIVE OCCASION
Annual event benefits local children’s therapy nonprofit
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
When Noblesville resident Brandon Cass helped plan a backyard party for his co-worker in 2019, he never imagined it would grow into Mudsock Fest, an overnight, ticketed fundraiser with cornhole tournaments, a 50/50 raffle, a fishing tournament, live music and more.
The fifth annual Mudsock Fest was held Aug. 9-10 at Mystic Waters Campground in Pendleton. All proceeds benefit the Children’s TherAplay Foundation, a nonprofit pediatric outpatient clinic at 9919 Towne Rd. in Carmel.
This year’s event raised $7,000 for the Children’s TherAplay Foundation, which serves children with disabilities. The organization provides physical, occupational and speech therapies on horseback through hippotherapy treatment. Donations are continuing to come in on the Mudsock website and will be accepted until the end of the month.
The idea for Mudsock Fest materialized when Cass’ co-worker won a contest for a concert in her backyard in Fishers with American country pop singer-songwriter Russell Dickerson as the entertainer. Cass said the name Mudsock comes from Fishers being known as the Mudsock area.
“Jenna, my co-worker who won the contest, is an occupational therapist, and her son was born with disabilities,” Cass said. “All of his ‘firsts,’ like his first words, the first time he rolled over, his first steps, everything was at TherAplay. So, when we had the idea to expand this party, she suggested donating (all proceeds) to them. Since Mudsock started, we’ve always donated to TherAplay.”
Derek Declan, a Mudsock volunteer, said TherAplay provides services for children with a range of disabilities.
“So, you might have someone with spina bifida, cerebral palsy or even Down syndrome, and they will be able to cater to them with the use of the horses,” Declan said. “They provide these services to all types of kids in central Indiana, and it is actually the largest hippotherapy center in the United States. We’re fortunate to have it right in our backyard.”
Since starting Mudsock Fest, Cass has used proceeds to participate in TherAplay’s sponsorships.
“One year, we had enough money to be co-sponsors of a horse (for TherAplay),” Cass said. “You can also sponsor a stall for the horse, which goes to their care. We had enough money last year to almost sponsor half a horse, and Mudsock also has a sponsored stall there.”
What started as a small party on private property quickly expanded over the last few years. Cass said the third year of the party was the first event that was open to the public.
“We thought we should build on it. (Jenna) had 7 acres and a beautiful backyard, but then when we got into selling tickets and advertising, it got too big for that,” Cass
said. “Tickets are more like a suggested donation amount. This year, they were $50, but we would rather have a $20 or $30 donation than for the person not to come. We are very flexible and just looking for a way for good people to have a good time for a great cause.”
The event relocated to the campground last year, and Cass, a physical therapy assistant, said approximately 250 guests attended this year, with attendees traveling from out of state to camp for the night.
“This year (was) great,” Cass said. “I would say we were just as full Friday night as we were last year on Saturday. And for a first night, that’s good. A ton of people came up that weren’t camping, but they just came for the day. They have everything we need at Mystic Waters. They have swimming, bathrooms, a place for bands, cabins to camp in and more. So, it’s just perfect.”
Cass has continued reaching out to local bands across Hamilton and surrounding counties over the years. Kelley Isenhower, Michael Cluff, Feeling Minnesota and The Why Store performed at the event this year.
Declan said moving to a bigger venue has made it easier for people to enjoy live entertainment.
“I think one thing about being at Mystic Waters, and something that has evolved over the last two years, is that not only do we want to focus on providing the funds
for TherAplay, but it’s also a unique opportunity to showcase some local bands,” Declan said. “Brandon’s done a really good job of going out and sourcing local bands and giving them the opportunity to come out and play, which has been really enjoyable for everyone as well.”
Cass said the event became his pet project.
“The event is my little baby. It’s just something to do to keep me out of trouble,” Cass said. “I love music. I’ve always loved music. I became a therapist for a reason, which is to help people. So, anything that gives me the opportunity to do that is worth it.”
Cass said he would love to see the event continue to grow.
“I think (Mystic Waters) is perfect right now, but I would love to see us outgrow it,” Cass said. “It would be unbelievable if we got to that point. We’re adding stuff every year. This year, we added a breakfast and a snow cone truck. This event started in a backyard. So, it’s like seeing your baby grow and grow.”
For more, visit mudsockfest.com.
CHILDREN’S THERAPLAY FOUNDATION
The Children’s TherAplay Foundation in Carmel became a nonprofit in 2001.
Through hippotherapy, physical therapists, occupational therapists and speech and language pathologists use a horse’s movement, rhythm and repetition as a treatment strategy to help patients achieve therapeutic goals.
Katie Stratman, Children’s TherAplay Foundation’s development manager, said Mudsock Fest has provided “valuable support.”
“Each year, this music festival grows and delivers more fun, more music and more support of our organization’s mission,” Stratman said. “Money raised through Mudsock Fest goes toward funding a therapy horse for the year. For the past three years, Mudsock Fest has funded therapy horse Luna. Luna joined TherAplay in 2022 and is a great horse for our kids who need a larger horse with medium to high movement for their sessions. She is steady, attentive and reliable, which is just what our kiddos need.
“We are immensely thankful to Brandon Cass and the Mudsock Fest organizing committee for putting together such a wonderful event that helps us (and Luna) continue our mission.”
For more, visit childrenstheraplay.org.
ON THE COVER: Families swim during downtime at Mudsock Fest 2024. (Photo by Jessica Todd)
From left, Katie Stratman, Brandon Cass, Luna the horse and Derek Declan outside the stall Mudsock Fest sponsors for the Children’s TherAplay Foundation. (Photo courtesy of Katie Stratman)
Actor returns as Jerry Lee Lewis in ‘Million Dollar Quartet’
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
For Brian Michael Henry, performing in “Million Dollar Quartet” expanded his musical horizons.
MUSICAL
“I love rock ‘n’ roll music, and I love getting to be able to play with a real band onstage,” he said. “The first time I played with a band was in this show and I’ve done it in many different situations since, but ‘Million Dollar Quartet’ taught me how to play with other musicians.”
Henry reprises his role as Jerry Lee Lewis in Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of “Million Dollar Quartet” Aug. 29 to Oct. 6 at the Indianapolis venue. Henry played Lewis in the 2018 production at Beef & Boards.
The musical recounts an event on Dec. 4, 1956, when a twist of fate brought Lewis, Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins and Johnny Cash together at Sun Records in Memphis, Tenn., for a legendary jam session.
“There’s a new challenge every time I do it,” Henry said. “Sometimes, it’s the physicality. I’ll need to really stretch for the piano jumps and playing backwards. It’s also a lot of energy to keep up over the course of the show. Jerry Lee doesn’t really leave the stage once he enters at the beginning, so it’s a bit of an endurance test.”
Henry said he is in at least his 10th production of the musical.
“Some of those include productions where I was an understudy but went on and performed the role multiple times during the run,” he said. “I recently understudied Jerry Lee and Sam Phillips in both the Christmas version of the show and the original version. I was able to go on for Sam Phillips in both versions and it was really great to see the show from that vantage point.” Naturally, the show has become one of Henry’s favorites.
sicals, so doing this show is really a fun departure,” he said.
Henry looks forward to returning to Beef & Boards.
“When I did the show here in 2018, I just had a wonderful time,” he said.
“Working with Eddie (Curry) and Jeff (Stockberger) and everyone at Beef & Boards was so much fun and I’m really looking forward to seeing them again. I have some other great friends who will be in this production, so I’m looking forward to working with them as well. I also really enjoyed Indianapolis and I can’t wait to explore the city again.”
Curry returns in the role of Sam Phillips. Stockberger returns as director. Stockberger and Curry are Indianapolis residents.
hattan (N.Y.) School of Music.
Henry has written and recorded two albums, one EP and some singles
“I come from a classical music background, but with singing,” he said. “I went to school and grad school for opera. I’ve been playing piano since I was about 14, which is a little old to become a concert pianist, But, while I’ve gravitated toward classical music with singing, I’ve always been drawn to rock music at the piano. I used to have to barter with my piano teacher and if I’d work on my classical pieces, she’d in turn let me work on a Billy Joel song.”
‘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
“Simply the Best: A Celebration of Tina Turner” is set for Aug. 22, followed by “Deceptions: An Evening of Magic & Lies” Aug. 23 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
“Free Fallin: The Tom Petty Concert Experience” is set for Aug. 23, followed by “Face 2 Face: A Tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John” Aug. 24 at Symphony on the Prairie at Conner Prairie in Fishers. Both performances start at 8 p.m. For more, visit indianapolissymphony.org.
‘THE WOMAN IN BLACK’
Carmel Community Players’ production of “The Woman in Black” runs through Aug. 25 at The Cat, 254 Veterans Way, Carmel. For more, visit carmelplayers.org.
IMAGINE DRAGONS
Imagine Dragons: Loom World Tour is set for 7 p.m. Aug. 20 at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville. For more, visit livenation.com.
NEW KIDS ON THE BLOCK
New Kids on the Block with Paula Abdul and DJ Jazzy Jeff will perform at 7 p.m. Aug. 25 at Ruoff Music Center in Noblesville. For more, visit livenation.com
DISPATCH
“I tend to do a lot of ‘Golden Age’ mu-
Henry, who is based in New York City, grew up in Lock Haven, Pa., and earned his undergraduate degree at Penn State University and his master’s at the Man-
Making their Beef & Boards debuts are Sam C. Jones as Johnny Cash, Cody Craven as Carl Perkins and Jesse Plourde as Elvis. The production’s hit songs include “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “Walk the Line,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Who Do You Love?”, “Great Balls of Fire,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On” and “Hound Dog.”
For more, visit beefandboards.com.
Fishers Blues Fest announces headliners — The Nickel Plate District AMP will host the 12th annual Blues Fest Aug. 31 and Sept. 1. The free two-night festival includes performances by local and national blues artists. Headliners for the all-ages, family-friendly concert lineup include Shemeika Copeland Aug. 31 and Bernard Allison Sept. 1. The full lineup for both nights will be released at npdamp.com/BluesFest. Tickets aren’t required for admission.
Brian Michael Henry reprises his role of Jerry Lee Lewis in Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of “Million Dollar Quartet.” (Photo courtesy of Beef & Boards)
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CSO to hold Motown/disco concert
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Mélisse Brunet has a broad appreciation for Motown and disco classics.
MUSIC
“A lot of people grew up with that music,” said Brunet, who grew up in Paris. “It’s a lot of nostalgia and it’s part of our DNA. I’m so glad a lot of this music also includes orchestra.”
Brunet will serve as guest conductor for Carmel Symphony Orchestra’s Motown and Disco concert. She will be joined by Jeans ’n Classics, a group of musicians who blend rock music with symphonies, at 8:30 p.m. Aug. 23 at Coxhall Gardens in Carmel.
Brunet, who lives in Philadelphia, is the conductor for the Lexington (Ky.) Philharmonic and Northeastern Pennsylvania Philharmonic in Wilkes-Barre/Scranton, Pa.
Brunet conducted Jeans ’n Classics last year.
“It’s a great band,” she said. “I’m also working with them with my orchestra in Pennsylvania. I’m doing a Queen (tribute) show with them. They’re amazing. I love both disco and Motown. ‘Disco Inferno’ always makes me very happy. People are going to have a big variety of selections that are going to bring back memories to them. I hope to see a lot of costumes.”
She recently conducted a pop show in Lexington, where she wore a Tina Turner dress and Prince’s “Purple Rain” outfit.
There will be a disco costume contest at 7:30 p.m. before the CSO concert.
Brunet was featured in “Maestra,” a 2023 documentary about five international female conductors.
Brunet came to the U.S. from Paris in 2010 as an exchange student.
“I didn’t know that I would love the U.S. and American people,” she said. “I became an American citizen in February. I have a lot of qualities that are purely American and I didn’t know about that before I moved because each country is so different. The only thing that hasn’t changed is my accent.”
For more, visit carmelsymphony.org.
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The Center Celebration 2024 presented by Ice Miller is SOLD OUT! We’re so grateful to the many generous people and companies who have signed on to support the Center’s wide range of arts and educational programming, from big-name concerts to classes and lectures to free events for schools to our Prism Project arts camp for youth with disabilities – and the list goes on.
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Barkeep Vodka hits market
By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com
Craig Huse is convinced Barkeep Vodka will be popular with vodka drinkers.
BEVERAGES
“In my 35 years in the hospitality industry, I’ve had the privilege of sampling nearly every premium vodka on the market,” said Huse, CEO of Huse Culinary who also is one of four partners in Barkeep Vodka. “Yet nothing compares to the purity and smoothness of Barkeep Vodka, crafted using True Essence Foods’ patented compression filtering process. This groundbreaking technology has set a new standard for vodka and is poised to revolutionize the spirits industry as a whole. We are thrilled to pioneer this transformation with Barkeep Vodka, delivering the cleanest-tasting vodka experience to Hoosiers.”
Huse Culinary operates several Indianapolis-area restaurants, including St. Elmo Steak House, 1933 Lounge and HC Tavern + Kitchen. True Essence is based in Indianapolis.
“True Essence Foods Flavor Balancing equipment is a proprietary, nonadditive mechanical filtration system that uses controlled pressure to eliminate off-flavors, resulting in a cleaner, balanced, more consistent tasting spirit without additives or preservatives,” said Matt Rubin, CEO of True Essence.
The product is available at most package liquor stores and is expected to be available soon at major grocery stores.
Along with Huse Culinary restaurants, Barkeep Vodka is available at other area restaurants.
“When creating the brand, we focused on ensuring our price to consumers was a strategic advantage for Barkeep,” said Bryn Jones, vice president of marketing and a partner. “We were very confident we had the cleanest-tasting vodka ever produced, but we also wanted to be the most competitively priced ultra-premium vodka on the shelf. We accomplished that by distilling locally with Indiana corn, streamlining our facility for efficiency, and although we developed upscale packaging for Barkeep Vodka, we engineered it to be minimalistic and cost-effective.”
Jones said all processing of the 86-proof vodka, including pressure filtering, bottling, packaging, all happens in the company’s facility on the south side of Indianapolis.
Along with Jones and Craig Huse, the other partners are Jamie Blake and Chris Clifford. All live in the Indianapolis area.
“We feel this is an important fact when zero of the top 10 best-selling vodkas in Indiana are both owned and operated in the Midwest,” Jones said.
For more, visit barkeepvodka.com.
Barkeep Vodka was recently launched by four Indianapolis-area partners. (Photo courtesy of David Puimer)
CARMEL JAZZ FESTIVAL ATTRACTS VISITORS
The second Carmel Jazz Festival’s Aug. 9 schedule included Danny Lerman on Carter Green stage and “America’s Got Talent” contestant Bryan Thompson, who performs as B. Thompson, opening for Antonia Bennett and Carmel Symphony Orchestra at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts. The two-day festival concluded Aug. 10. (Photos by Jennifer A. Haire)
“America’s Got Talent” fan and Connecticut resident Maceo Miller, 9, was excited to see B. Thompson perform live. He attended the concert with his grandfather Marvin Miller (Carmel). Maceo plays trumpet, bass and flute.
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Join Hamilton County Parks and Recreation for a free visual experience from 6 to 10 p.m. Aug. 23 at Potter’s Bridge Park in Noblesville, 19401 Allisonville Rd. The historical bridge will be decorated with luminaries and the event will have live music, food trucks, a beer truck and lighted canoes.
OTHER FREE AREA EVENTS
GREEKFEST — GreekFest, an event with authentic Greek food, live Greek bands, cooking demonstrations and more will take place from 4 to 10 p.m. Aug. 23 and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Aug. 24 at 3500 W. 106th St. in Carmel. Admission is free and items will be available for purchase.
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Facility begins seeing patients
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
Indiana Joint Replacement Institute, which provides hip and knee replacement care for patients across Indiana, is now accepting patients in Noblesville at the intersection of Ind. 37 and 146th Street.
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Dr. Michael Meneghini, CEO, and his team began seeing patients this month at 9460 E. 146th St. According to Meneghini, the location is temporary while a new facility is under construction at 14065 Borgwarner Dr. in Noblesville.
“We are building a flagship facility as the first site of Noblesville Innovation Mile,” Meneghini said. “We do a lot of research education. We have three hip and knee replacement fellows, and they’ve done residency in orthopedics. They spend a year with us learning advanced hip and knee replacement techniques. We also do a lot of design and development of replacement implants and computer navigation. So, we do a lot of innovative things.”
According to the City of Noblesville, the Innovative Mile is a community under de-
velopment that will encompass nearly 600 acres. It will become a dynamic business and technology hub that serves as a gateway for innovation and growth.
Meneghini said he is excited about Indiana Joint Replacement Institute being the first site of Innovation Mile.
“We’ll open in the first quarter of 2025, and then shortly after us, the Pacers G League and the Noblesville Event Center will open, which will be really exciting for Noblesville,” Meneghini said. “We’re excited to be part of it.”
For more, visit injri.com.
Rendering of the future Indiana Joint Replacement Institute scheduled to open in 2025. (Photo courtesy of Dr. Michael Meneghini)
Hawaii Fluid Art now open
By Jessica Todd jessica@youarecurrent.com
Hawaii Fluid Art, a new art studio that offers classes in fluid art canvas painting, resin tumbler painting and more, opened Aug. 10 at 13185 Harrell Pkwy. in Noblesville.
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According to franchise owners Siân and Oliver Schmidt, a married couple who live in Carmel, the new studio is the first Hawaii Fluid Art franchise in Indiana.
“It was started in Hawaii by a lady called Maya Ratcliff,” Siân said. “She started it out of her garage during COVID as a hobby, but then people got interested, so she moved to a studio space in Hawaii, hence the name.”
The studio offers several art experiences for ages 3 and older. Fluid art, a painting technique that involves pouring liquid acrylic paint onto a canvas and manipulating it into designs, is the primary studio experience. It also offers glass painting, the ability to customize hats with patches and a boutique with merchandise from Hawaii and local artists.
Siân said artistic ability isn’t necessary to enjoy the new art studio’s offerings. With several classes to choose from and walk-ins welcome, people of all ages can find something to create.
“That is the beauty of this art form,” Siân said. “Although there is the standard of fluid art, somebody could have an idea to try, and we enjoy finding something new. It is thrilling to choose your colors, put them on a canvas or cup and never know what the result will be.”
For more, visit noblesville.hawaiifluidart. com.
Hawaii Fluid Art co-owner Oliver Schmidt practices his fluid art technique. (Photo by Jessica Todd)
Now hear this (if you can stand it)
Commentary by Dick Wolfsie
What is misophonia?
Well, if you have misophonia, you’re not going to like the sound of this. Actually, if you have it, you are not going to like the sound of a few things. The malady is characterized by an aversion to certain everyday sounds. This is a serious disorder, but let’s look at the lighter side of it by going to its website.
HUMOR
One primary care physician claims there are certain noises he can’t tolerate. Hopefully, “Ouch!” and “ahhh…” are not examples. He admits being overly sensitive to yawners and to people whose “saliva is audible when they speak.” By the way, if your saliva is saying anything interesting, I’d like to interview you for a column. Over the phone. Many people expressed relief at discovering that other people had this problem. One man said that he suffered from the disorder way before he knew there was a word for it. This is not so unusual. As a kid, I often took candy bars off the shelf at the supermarket and stuck them in my pocket. I had a bachelor’s degree
“One woman hated the sound of heavy breathing, and when she heard anyone doing it, she immediately left the room.”
– DICK WOLFSIE
in psychology before I realized I was a kleptomaniac.
One woman hated the sound of heavy breathing, and when she heard anyone doing it, she immediately left the room. She signed her post as “Chastity.” Makes sense. Another lady said that she hated it when people whistled through their noses and still another said that she could not stand the sound of her own chewing. OK, lady, just keep your mouth shut. All the time. The sound of people eating popcorn was mentioned in several posts. And the crunching of apples drives a lot of people bonkers. One farmer said when her husband eats an apple, she must cover her ears, “but lis tening to my horse eating an apple doesn’t bother me at all.” Here’s another post: “I can’t stand any sounds that are emitted
orally.” So, apparently if her partner doesn’t snore or burp, she’s happy with anything. A newlywed said that her husband’s eating sounds disgust her and she’s thinking of leaving him. What? She’s just now discovering this? Waiting until marriage for intimacy is one thing, but waiting for your first meal together? What cult is that?
The sounds made by ice cream eaters are also annoying to some people -- what with the lip-smacking and the spoon hitting the bottom of the bowl. One woman confessed she was thinking about doing away with her husband, but instead she told him he was lactose intolerant. A senior citizen said that when his wife slurps soup, he wants to ring her neck. By the way, ringing is another sound some people hate.
Check out the website Misophonia.com. Are these real people with legitimate concerns? Who knows. Maybe it’s all just hearsay.
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Different in the same way?
Commentary by Terry Anker
Studies have long shown that we humans tend to flock together. It seems that we are likely to earn about the same as those with whom we spend most of our time. That makes some sense, one could suppose, because we’d then have about the same disposable income to enjoy together and we’d be confronted with many similar financial challenges. Likewise, we are ordinarily within 20 percent or so in personal body weight to those in our social circle. OK, if we work out a lot or find ourselves to be barbecue masters, our proximity to the ideal BMI might direct us to collect with others similarly motivated. The same can be said about education levels, political proclivities, religious identity and conception of justice. We absorb the world around us in the context of the way that others react to it. Still, many of us are confirmed in the belief that we are independent thinkers, free from the influence of social order and constraint. Are we
simply fooling ourselves by seeking those who are not a part of our peer group with whom to find a contrast? We stand on one side of the street with our people and point mockingly at those situated on the other. They might declare, “How can they stand to be in the sun?” At the very same time, others express, “We are so grateful for the warmth and light afforded over here!”
Perspective is important in forming our world view. Yet, what is the role of our innate human urge to be a part of the club? Perhaps, even more urgently, we fear being excluded. Doesn’t even the most eccentric of us search for a cohort of equally unusual persons to call partners? Don’t we want to be different in the same way as them?
Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@youarecurrent. com.
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Blueprint for Improvement: Open concept overhaul in Carmel
Commentary by Larry Greene
You had us at open concept! Our team was thrilled to help our clients reimagine their east Carmel home’s first floor. We transformed a dated layout into a modern, functional space that balances aesthetics and practicality. By removing walls and reworking the floorplan, a spacious open-concept kitchen and dining area were created -- now ideal for entertaining both family and guests.
THE BLUEPRINT
• The former kitchen and dining room spaces were combined to create a new, larger kitchen that serves as the heart of the home.
• An under-utilized formal living room evolved into the new dining room, improving flow and expanding gathering space.
• The new island is the perfect combination of form and function–increasing prep and convening space, while also defining the kitchen and dining areas.
• Rich wood tones on the new flooring and windows add a warm contrast to the cool hues of the cabinets, pendant lights, and polished chrome hardware.
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.
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