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New destination – The Westfield Parks programming building at 330 E. Main St. had its sign installed on April 12. The building will be solely dedicated to recreational programming and will offer three separate spaces, allowing the department to offer a wide variety of programs and classes. Registration is open and classes are filling up fast. To register or to view a listing of programming offered, visit www.westfield.in.gov/Parks. A nearly sold-out crowd packed The Mansion at Oak Hill for the all-county chamber luncheon. (Photo by Dan Domsic)

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Project coordinators Markine Sipes, left, and Becky McCanna on a trail inside MacGregor Park. (Photo by Robert Herrington Founded Jan. 29, 2008, at Westfield, IN Vol. VI, No. 15 Copyright 2013. Current Publishing, LLC All Rights Reserved. 30 South Range Line Road Carmel, IN 46032 317.489.4444 info@youarecurrent.com The views of the columnists in Current in Westfield are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of this newspaper.

Community will essential to success By Dan Domsic • dan@youarecurrent.com

six times less likely to own a car than their parents at age 22, reinforcing the idea of having walkable communities. More than 400 Hamilton County businesspeople “If you want a vibrant, growing, economy, one is and officials crowded Carmel’s Mansion at Oak Hill you need to create great places to live that will drive for the Hamilton County Chambers business Luncheon, featuring guest speaker people back to want to be here,” Murphy said. “The other is you need to create the kind of jobs that Tom Murphy last Wednesday. you’re seeing growing here.” Murphy, senior resident fellow at Urban Land Murphy said in this economy, communiInstitute, a not-for-profit, was mayor of ties “can’t blink,” and leaders need to reach Pittsburgh for three consecutive terms, high for opportunities, despite naysayers, during which a public-private partnership instead of settling for the lowest common “leveraged more than $4.5 billion in ecodenominator. nomic development in the city,” according He said Hamilton County’s communities to Mark Robbins of the Legacy Fund, who need to band together to be successful in introduced him, among a litany of other pulling in new businesses. accomplishments. Murphy His final points continued to focus on “Why am I here,” Murphy asked. “You’re development. doing everything right.” “There’s always going to be 100 people showing He went on to outline important factors in naviup at a meeting, at least, giving you a reason why gating the 21st-century economy and what Hamilton you shouldn’t do something different,” he said. “It’s County needs to do to move forward successfully. the wrong place. It’s the wrong color. It’s too big. It’s “Education is the single most important investtoo small, and always, we never have enough money ment a community could make in that marketplace,” to do that. If they get to define the agenda, nothing he said. happens. What I have learned, repeatedly, is that it He noted a demographic shift, outlining the major ultimately is not about the money, it’s not about how differences between the gigantic millennial populayou put it together. It really is about whether you tion and the Baby Boomers. have the community will to make it happen.” Murphy cited a GM survey saying millennials are

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Brick by Brick – The Build the Rock Capital Campaign has launched its Brick by Brick drive. Residents can be a part of the future of Westfield Athletics and leave their legacy by purchasing a Plaza Entryway Brick at the new Community Stadium. A limited number of bricks are available in two sizes: 16-inches by 16-inches for $500 or 4-inches by 8-inches for $250. For more information, visit: www.wws. k12.in.us.

Smiles and full bellies – Maple Glen Elementary School silent auction winners, Jack and Mason, had breakfast at the Original Pancake House with Westfield Police Chief Joel Rush (pictured) and Assistant Chief Scott Jordan. Then the two rode to school in a police car. Tree City – Westfield is one of 65 Hoosier cities and towns that have been recognized as a Tree City USA by the DNR Division of Forestry for outstanding management of their urban forests. It was also one of 16 that received the Growth Award, which exemplifies a higher standard of excellence for urban forestry management.

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Meet your teacher, Donna Pandoli Grade/Subject at what school: Kindergarso much that they are sad when the weekend ten, Washington Woods Elementary is here. I want the children to learn about their Number of years teaching: 23 world through authentic play, reading and writBackground/Schooling (college & high ing about what they are doing every day, scischool): Lawrence Central High School, Indianap- ence discoveries, and using math in everyday olis; B.S. Elementary Educasituations. I believe that children learn best education tion/Early Childhood Endorse- when they can connect their academic learning ment, Indiana State Univerto what they learn everyday about the world in sity; M.A. School Counseling, Butler University. which they live. Why did you become a teacher? My What do you encourage parents aunt was an early childhood professor at to do at home to help their children Indiana State but before she became a strengthen particular skills? Read professor she was a kindergarten teachto your child! This is such a little activity er. When I was about my students’ age and it makes a huge difference in your Aunt Jan would take me to her classroom child’s success when learning to read at on weekends. While she did her preparaschool. Even as your children get older, tion for the coming week, I got to paint they will continue to cherish those bedPandoli beautiful pictures with bright tempera time stories. paints, build buildings and cities with the wooden What is your favorite movie? ‘To Kill a blocks, make music with her autoharp and check Mockingbird’ on any pets she might be caring for. Who is your favorite musician or band? I She instilled in me a love of learning and a like a lot of different types of music. Listening to curiosity about the world that I enjoy to this music helps me relax. Some of my favorite artists day. All I ever knew is that I would be a teacher are; John Mayer, Coldplay, Amos Lee, Billy Joel, someday. I have traveled off that path several Queen, The Beatles, etc. times in my life, but I always come back because What’s something your students might I think all children deserve a chance to develop not know about you? a love for learning and an opportunity to satisfy When I was 5 years old I had a pet rooster their curiosity about the world in which they live. named Fuzzy. I got him from the Easter Bunny What goals do you have for your stuand he lived in our backyard until his crowing dents? More than anything I want my kinderdisturbed our neighbors. Fuzzy went to live on garten boys and girls to enjoy coming to school my grandma’s farm.

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Students eagerly anticipate prom By Anna Skinner • news@currentinwestfield.com As the end of the year fast approaches, there is an abundance of activities that Westfield High School students have to look Education forward to. For one, graduation is less than two months away. But another exciting event looms even nearer than that. The Indiana State Museum will be hosting Westfield’s prom on Saturday. Seniors, juniors and even a few lucky underclassmen can’t wait for the dance. The junior class plans the annual event, location and theme. “We posted options on Twitter and Instagram and asked classes their opinions of themes for prom. Masquerade Ball was chosen for this year because it was wanted by many and easy to decorate within our budget,” junior class officer Amy Bennett said. “The location is the same as last year and will be the same for a few more years because of a deal our school made with the Indiana State Museum.” To budget for the prom, the junior officers receive some money left from the previous year and the teachers who sponsor the junior class tell them how much money they can spend. The junior officers aren’t the only ones budgeting for prom though. Various other students must find ways to pay for dresses and tuxes to go with the masquerade theme, and they are planning ways to budget their night to include

dinner and after prom. “I’m just hoping I can find a dress with only a week before prom,” senior Cari Smith said. “Honestly, I doubt I’ll be participating in the masquerade theme, but it will be fun to see what other people wear!” The dance runs from 8 to 11 p.m. and an afterprom party will take place at the high school for a few hours longer. “With graduation and prom coming up, I’m just excited for all of it. It definitely makes it a different experience since all the friends I’m going with will be heading off on their separate ways in a few more months, so it’s exciting to make a special memory with them before going off to college,” Smith said. Smith’s date, fellow senior Chris Carlton, created a unique way of asking her to prom. “I customized a giant fortune cookie to have a fortune inside that read ‘Will you go to prom with me?’ and put it on her desk,” he said. “As for budgeting for prom, I think we’re all going to eat at someone’s house so that will definitely help save money.” Many seniors are excited for prom since it’s a fun night that marks the end of the year, but younger students are eager as well. “I’m really excited because it’s my first year going, and I think it will be a lot of fun to go with my friends since we all have dates,” junior Jessica Beal said.

Shamrock Survey How much do you expect to spend on prom and what are some ways you are saving for it? “I don’t really expect to pay anything because my date is buying tickets and dinner. Although I am buying a dress, and I’m going to pick up some extra shifts at work and not spend a lot of money until I buy my dress,” Alexa Reeh, senior “We’re eating at my girlfriend’s house, and she’s using her sister’s dress, so I just have to rent a tux and buy tickets,” Levi Hiatt, senior

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Photos and answers were taken by Current in Westfield intern Anna Skinner, a senior at Westfield High School.

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Westfield Washington Schools is only a year and a half into its energy reduction efforts and has already tallied a savings of schools more than $800,000. In recognition of this success, the United States Environmental Protection Agency has identified WWS as an EnergyStar Leader, by reducing energy use more than 20 percent across the corporation. Since the summer of 2011, the program’s focus has been on ensuring more public funds are going into the classroom, as opposed to paying for utility costs. “Conservation of energy and financial savings are the result of each member of the Westfield Washington Schools family ensuring that energy not necessary to our academic mission is

reduced or not used at all,” said Matt Kettlebar, energy education specialist. “These practices ensure there is no impact on the learning environment for our students. Our energy reduction efforts focus primarily upon unoccupied times such as evenings, vacations, and breaks from school.” Throughout 2013, members of the WWS faculty and staff will be working to make energy reduction even more effective. Future efforts will focus on further consolidation of building use during summer vacation to reduce energy consumption. The energy efficiency of school buildings has increased at such a rate that several buildings on the WWS campus will be pursuing EnergyStar Certification during 2013. This certification identifies buildings as being among the most energy efficient in the United States, a very prestigious recognition.

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(Above) Humane Society of Hamilton County volunteers Kari Kuper and Mandy Maxwell give some love to dog, Cookie. (Right) Lucky, a dog that was adopted from the humane society. (Photos provided by Shirley Ann Davis)

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MacGregor Park is one of the city’s unique escapes MacGregor Park was dedicated in 2008 and the passive nature park recently expanded 40 acres to provide more trails and forests.

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By Robert Herrington • robert@youarecurrent.com Nestled at the intersection of U.S. 31 and Ind. 38 is one of Westfield’s unique treasures – MacGregor Park. Like the city, MacGregor Park cover story is rich with history. It began as a prehistoric hunting village and later became home to Crescent Hill Farms. The park was a conductor stop on the Underground Railroad and contains glacial rocks, which are 12,000 years old. Inside the newly purchased 40 acres is a historic Quaker-style house that was built in the mid-1800s. MacGregor Park started in 1999 when Sheila MacGregor donated her family’s land, which formed a doughnut around the internal 40 acres of woods the township purchased on Dec. 12, 2012. Washington Township Trustee David Gill formed the parks department shortly after the original donation, created a parks board and hired Melody Jones as parks director. “It was all woods except for the power lines,” Becky McCanna, who is project coordinator of MacGregor Park with Markine Sipes, said. In the past 18 months, McCanna said Washington Township Parks has received $560,000 in various grants – most of them matching – meaning $1.1 million has been spent to upgrade MacGregor Park. “The grants have been instrumental,” Sipes said. “Most of this would not have occurred without them.” The Dept. of Natural Resources awarded a grant to buy 230 trees for the park, which will be planted this year. Last May, the parks department received an Indiana Bicentennial Nature Trust grant, which was used to buy the internal 40 acres. McCanna said a land-and-water grant is awaiting federal approval after being accepted by the state. Once approved, the grant will be used to reforest 17 acres of cropland in the new section. “We’ll add 500 trees and an additional mile to mile and a half of trails,” she said. “The internal land is dependent solely on grants we receive.” The look of MacGregor Park will continue to change this summer. McCanna said plans call for an official sign at the main entrance off Ind. 38. Also around the main entrance, nine acres are under construction as plans call for a one-mile trail, outdoor learning center, two picnic

Sheila Beals MacGregor donated 40 acres of her family’s land to create MacGregor Park.

2004

Development began on the park.

2006

Nine acres of prairie, 1.8 miles of trails and restrooms were completed.

Plat map of MacGregor Park’s acreage

shelters, 22-car parking lot and the addition of 250 trees. The project is expected to be open by the fall. “We started the project in November and hoped to be finished by now,” McCanna said. “Nature has not been cooperative.” Future plans also include incorporating programming at the park. Currently, most programming is held at the Washington Township Trustee Office at 1549 E. Greyhound Pass, Carmel. Sipes said programming includes adult fitness and enrichment, summer camps and programs. “We’re totally full with programming from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. five days a week,” she said. MacGregor Park is almost 100 acres, making it a little larger than Cool Creek Park which is also located in

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The park was once owned by Shelia Beals MacGregor, a small Scottish woman with a huge heart that came from England after World War II and finally settled in Hamilton County. MacGregor loved the solitude and beauty of this MacGregor 40-acre forest. She walked the perimeter of the land daily, enjoying every season while learning about the habits of the many species of wildlife and birds that inhabit or migrate through this pristine woodland. MacGregor’s only desire was that this area would forever be preserved so others could learn to love nature as she did.

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MacGregor Park Project Coordinators Becky McCanna and Markine Sipes

Westfield. “It’s a lot for a small parks staff,” Sipes said. “It’s a passive nature reserve. The only other park of its kind is Ritchie Woods in Fishers.” Currently there are 2.2 miles of trails. By the end of next year, McCanna said almost five miles of trails will be available to the public. The trails inside MacGregor are flat and have rolling hills. Portions of it are in the sun while others are in the shade. “That’s what people say they love about the park,” McCanna said. “It’s very, very diverse. It’s unique in that it changes every five minutes.” The park is home to deer, owls, foxes, coyotes and migratory birds including a couple of endangered species. “I enjoy it for the natural setting and the quietness of it. It has always been filled with wildflowers and wildlife. I find it to be a really nice nature experience,” Sipes said. “It’s really just a treasure,” McCanna said. McCanna and Sipes estimate that MacGregor Park has 35,000 visitors annually. “It’s growing. More and more people are coming out,” McCanna said. “We want people to come out and use it.”

Seventeen acres was purchased on both sides of the bridge entering MacGregor Park.

2008

MacGregor Park was dedicated and a maintenance shed was built.

Spring 2012

Tim Williams constructed mile marker signs, an entrance sign and bulletin board for his Eagle Scout Project.

Dec. 12, 2012

The township purchased 40 additional acres from the MacGregor family.

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Construction is being done around the front entrance to create more parking, picnic shelters, a one-mile trail and an outdoor learning center.

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Growing tolerance It is our position that the Anne Frank Center USA Sapling Project serves as an important reminder of the need for tolerance. One of 11 saplings from the 170-year-old white horse chestnut tree that was Anne Frank’s only connection to nature during the two years her family hid from the Nazis during the German occupation of the Netherlands, was recently planted in the Anne Frank Peace Garden at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. The sapling is a living monument to Anne’s pursuit of peace and tolerance, and at the same time will serve as a powerful reminder of the horrors caused by hate and bigotry and the need for collective action when humanity fails. As Anne wrote in her diary, “April is glorious, not too hot and not too cold, with occasional light showers. Our chestnut tree is in leaf, and here and there you can already see a few small blossoms.” May tolerance grow in tandem with Anne’s beautiful chestnut tree. Visit the Anne Frank Peace Garden and enjoy the blossoms in honor of Anne and those like her. And like those who made the Sapling Project possible, there is more good in the world than evil. For more information on the Sapling Project, go to www.childrensmuseum. org.

Is collusion the real threat? Commentary by Terry Anker There are scores of expressions to describe the disposition of government officials to take our money and use it like a venture fund manager. The current nomenclature calls it government entrepreneurship. One wonders if it is an assistant, barrier or competitor with a healthy free-market. Entrepreneurs do great things and change the world, but they also take breathtaking financial risks and routinely fail. The natural government monopoly boasts a gaggle of advantages outpacing even the most competitive private company. In a world where rapacious private businesses are attracted to easy money and public guarantees, shouldn’t government “assistance” be limited to the broadest possible private entrepreneur participation? When speculating on who can claim credit for entrepreneurial success, some would openly assert that the individual entrepreneur “didn’t do that.” Even if one assumes veracity in this supposition, would it likewise be accurate to claim

that government “didn’t do that either?” Indiana is in the black. In fact, the current governor is locked in some James T. Kirk like battle with an alien Republican legislature about the return of some of those tax dollars to those who were overcharged for the services. A balanced budget amendment prevents official largess being unchecked. Yet, we still set aside dollars to spawn home-grown high-tech companies. We build and maintain infrastructure. And, we directly support countless stadiums and billionaire sport team owners. The pressure to undertake ever more expensive and elaborate schemes from entrepreneurial government officials is intense but no more so than the rent-seeking tendencies of entrepreneurs inside the private sector. Is collusion between these two forces the real threat? Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may e-mail him at terry@currentincarmel. com.

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Not sure I still want ‘it’

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Despite being a happily married, over-40, ginger from Kentucky, I can apparently still attract the men. Of course, that’s not humor necessarily a good thing. One of my sisters and I decided to road trip to Atlanta for the NCAA basketball semi final game. You may recall my fateful trip to New Orleans last April which culminated in my screaming at Doo through tears, “I am not driving you home!” So this year we left husbands at home for some quality sister time. Louisville won the game, there was very little drama, and apart from never being able to locate the stupid ESPN Gameday set-up − where were you, Jay Bilas? − we had a marvelous time. What I didn’t anticipate, though, was how not having a man constantly at my side somehow equated to, “I’m single and looking for love.” And before you ask, yes, my wedding ring was on and no, I wasn’t dressed in brothel attire. Bachelor number one? A 50-something farmer from Wisconsin at the game. Sure he weighed a little more than 350 pounds and my seat kept catching his thigh fat every time I stood, but Jerry and I hit it off. Maybe too well, in fact. Even after I told him about my four children and brilliant husband, he continued to pay me compliments and insinuate that we should meet up. Luckily the thrill of the victory carried

me out of the arena before I had to address the issue. Sorry, Jerry! Next up, a college student from Michigan. As Sis and I exited the 100-level area of the dome, a very good-looking guy approached, flashed me a gorgeous smile, and said something about tickets. Huh? What? Yes! And when I handed it over, he went straight for the hug. I don’t even embrace friends, let alone strangers, and I know he just wanted my seat, but he had a dimple! No, wait. I have a son not much younger than him. Eeewwww. Mrs. Robinson? I don’t think so. Finally, a total dingbat who was only in town for the free concerts. When I went to the hotel bar later that night, El Ding launched into an abusive diatribe on how badly Michigan was going to beat Louisville in the championship. He obviously considered his little speech some kind of courtship ritual because as soon as my fries arrived and I turned to leave, he offered to buy me a drink. And not as an apology. No thanks, ya loser. I’d rather be with Jerry. So it seems I’ve still “got it.” Just not sure if I want it. Peace out.

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Moose tracks in my lasagna Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

Warning: There’s another case of food impropriety in the news. A popular frozen dinner option is being removed from ovens humor over in Scandinavia in another half-baked scandal. Families were waiting to feast on Moose Lasagna, but as the cheese was becoming bubbly and browned, food officials exposed that there was pork in some of these prepared selections. Everyone in Sweden is asking: What is pork doing in my lasagna? People in the U.S. are asking: What is moose doing in your lasagna? Jews in Sweden, all fourteen of them, were upset because the company revealed that the 17,000 portions sold contained 1-percent pork, which the company admitted meant the product was not 100-percent Kosher. Or as my rabbi would say, “Not Kosher.” The bottom line is that even though the manufacturer is pulling the pork-tainted casserole off the shelves, the entrée is still a favorite of many consumers. After all, who doesn’t like pulled pork? For the second time in two months, it’s the conglomerate IKEA that is responsible for this food fiasco. Wanting to be proactive in this debacle, the company set up an 800 number so customers could, in their words, “lodge a moose lasagna complaint.” Everyone thought this seemed like a good idea except the local Moose Lodge, where they got a lot of crank phone calls.

IKEA is basically a furniture company that also sells frozen food, a technique to expand sales like the U.S. Postal Service decision to sell safari hats and dorky shorts so you can look like your letter carrier. IKEA has had a history of mislabeling products, once advertising futons as beds, a ruse that almost worked until people got them home and tried to sleep on them. The details of the porcine-laced lasagna were first revealed by the Swedish newspaper Dagbkadet. Coincidentally, dagbkadet is exactly what a Kentucky farmer says if he finds not moose, but a mouse, in his lasagna. One French newspaper scared the beejeebers out of their readers when they inadvertently mistranslated the story and Parisian diners thought there was meat in their mousse. Even hairstylists got the facts wrong and thought there was pork in their styling products. IKEA is not sure how to win back its customers after so many have suffered this unjust ingestion. PR experts found a snappy slogan they will use to promote the product to ensure people know the issue has been addressed. “You’ve got game!”

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We actually ‘prommed’ at prom Commentary by Mike Redmond

It is getting to be Prom Season, so naturally my mind turns to memories of my own prom, back during the Flintstonian Era, humor when the Lakeland High School gym was transformed into a magical wonderland and the evening lived up to its theme, “Disaster Under The Stars.” No, not really. I think the theme was “Moonlight and Magnolias” or something to do with the Antebellum Southern United States, which of course made absolutely no sense for kids living in Anabaptist Northern Indiana. I guess the prom committee had all seen “Gone With The Wind” before they voted. Good thing it wasn’t “Guadalcanal Diary.” Lakeland had been open something like eight years by the time my class’s prom came along, which means it was already mired in tradition, such as having the VersaTones, a three-piece band from Elkhart (drums, sax, accordion), back to provide the music, and some cheesy stage hypnotist to making certain of us crow like roosters or revert to our kindergarten selves. As you might have guessed, the faculty chose the entertainment because we students could not be trusted to come up with something tasteful. Of course they were right, but that’s beside the point. Another tradition was that we actually prommed. That is, at a certain point in the evening, a signal went out and we all lined up behind Mrs. Booth, the stern business teacher who chose the

band, and clomped a few laps around the gym floor while our parents looked on from the mezzanine. Most of our parents, I should say. My mother made it abundantly clear that she was not about to drive 12 miles into town to watch a bunch of kids walking in circles wearing rented clothes. Oh, yes, the clothes. This was the era of skyblue and Pepto-pink tuxedoes with lapels like car doors, Ricky Ricardo ruffled shirts, and bow ties the size of cecropia moths. Except for me. As befits a shy, conservative type such as myself, I chose a plain black formal suit. Compared to my pastel-hued classmates, I looked Amish. Wait. It was double-breasted. Make that Mennonite. The prom itself went along as they all did back then. Couples pulled up in gleaming washed and waxed family cars, walked through the same doors they walked through every school day, and made their way to the aforementioned gymnasium-slash-wonderland, a beauteous riot of crepe paper and balloons with only the faintest whiff of sweatsocks. There we waited in line while some sophomore announced each couple to a room full of people who couldn’t care less, all of us just having seen one another out in the hallway. Oh, the magic of it all. Mike Redmond is an author, journalist, humorist and speaker. Write him at mike@mikeredmondonline.com or P.O. Box 44385, Indianapolis, IN 46244.

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T H I S  W E E K University High School presents play – “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” will be presented by the school’s StageBlazers Friday CARMEL and Saturday at 7 p.m. and Sunday at 3 p.m. at the school, 2825 W. 116th St. The cost is $7 for students, $10 for adults and $25 for a family pack. For more information, visit www.universityhighschool.org. “The Lorax” – Fishers Parks & Recreation and XFINITY will show Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, (PG, 86 minutes) Friday as part of its FISHERS free outdoor movies series in April and May. Movies begin at dusk (8:30 p.m.) at Nickel Plate District Amphitheater, 6 Municipal Dr. Bring your favorite snacks and lawn chairs or blankets. For more information, visit www.fishers.in.us/parks/movies or call the weather line at 567-5057.

Four ladies who seem to have nothing in common (from left), a Professional Woman (Tiffanie Bridges), a Soap Star (Rebecca Fisher), an Earth Mother (Dee Etta Rowe), and an Iowa Housewife (Judy Bridgewater) meet at Bloomingales in New York City and form a sisterhood as they relate to each other’s challenge with “the change” in Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of Menopause, The Musical. (Submitted photos)

Menopause: A celebration of ‘the change’

By Patricia Rettig • news@currentinwestfield.com

The 40th Anniversary Season heats up in a flash as “Menopause, The Musical” makes its debut at Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, 9301 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis. This hilarious and fun celebration of women and “the change” is live on stage now through May 12. Written by Jeanie Linders, “Menopause, The Musical” is set in a department store, where four women with seemingly nothing in common but a black lace bra meet by chance at a lingerie sale. The all-female cast makes fun of their woeful hot flashes, forgetfulness, mood swings, wrinkles, night sweats and chocolate binges. A sisterhood is created between these diverse women in this uplifting production that includes parodies from the ’60s and ’70s and ’80s. It culminates with a salute to women who are experiencing “the change.” Beef & Boards’ production features Indianapolis residents Judy Bridgewater and Tiffanie Bridges. Bridgewater is a native Hoosier who owned the Young Artists Studio of Performing Arts for more than 30 years and currently teaches private voice lessons at Lawrence Central High School. Bridges has lived in Indianapolis for 14 years and has performed in productions of “Menopause, The Musical” for eight years in nearly 40 cities. Joining these ladies are Dee Etta Rowe (last seen at Beef & Boards in the 2008 production of “The Sound of Music”) and Rebecca Fisher, who is making her Beef & Boards debut.

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Rebecca Fisher plays the Soap Star in Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of “Menopause The Musical.”

Tickets range from $37.50 to $62.50 and include chef Odell Ward’s dinner buffet, fruit and salad bar, and select beverages. The show contains mature subject matter. For reservations call the Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre Box Office at 872-9664. Hours are 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday, and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays. For the complete show schedule, visit www.beefandboards.com.

• What: “Menopause, The Musical” • When: Now through May 12 • Weekday/Saturday evenings: Doors open at 6 p.m.; buffet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.; show at 8 p.m.; Weekday matinees: Doors open at 11 a.m.; buffet from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; show at 1 p.m.; Sunday evenings: Doors open at 5 p.m.; buffet from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.; show at 7 p.m.; and weekend matinees: Doors open at noon; buffet from 12:15 to 1 p.m.; show at 1:30 p.m. • Who: Seth Greenleaf, director; Daria Melendez, choreographer; Terry Woods, musical director; Chris Strange, sound supervisor; and Gary Demumbrum, technical advisor and lighting designer. The show stars De Etta Rowe as Earth Mother, Rebecca Fisher as Soap Star, Judy Bridgewater as Iowa Housewife and Tiffanie Bridges as Professional Woman. • Where: Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, 9301 N. Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Cost: Tickets range from $37.50 to $62.50 and include chef Odell Ward’s dinner buffet, fruit and salad bar, and select beverages. • More information: call 872-9664 or visit www.beefandboards.com

Earth Week Celebration – Nickel Plate Arts will have a variety of activities including a young artists’ exhibition, NOBLESVILLE nature-inspired artwork, children’s nature-themed crafts from 3 to 5 p.m. each day this week, a Fairy House Trail Project, Art in Nature Tours, an installment of the Art of Gardening, and more. For more information, visit www.nickelplatearts. org. ‘The Dealer Smiles’ – “The Dealer Smiles” will be performed at 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; and 2:30 p.m. Sunday at WestWESTFIELD field Playhouse, 1836 W. Ind. 32. The one act play runs about an hour and will be followed by a question and answer session with actors Larry Adams and Jaime Johnson. Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for students and senior citizens. For more information or reservations, call 896-2707. Purse auction – On Thursday, the Zionsville Tri Kappa will hold its annual purse auction at the Lions Club club house, 115 zionsVILLE S. Elm St. A preview party and cocktail hour begins at 6 p.m. and a silent auction will be from 7 to 9 p.m. Tickets for the event are $10 for the cocktail preview party, which includes complementary beer and wine, and $25 for the silent auction. To buy tickets, go to http://www.zionsvilletrikappa. com/fundraisers/purse-auction or contact cochairs Laura Sweeny at laurapsweeney@gmail. com, or Liza Mutzl at mutzl@aol.com. Proceeds benefit Zionsville student scholarships, schools and non-profits.

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Superheroes: A SuperPOWered Spring Break at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis • Superhero and super-villain characters have come to the Children’s Museum, along with pop culture, mythical and literary heroes, to create a superpower showdown with multiple features. • 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Sunday through May 5 • 3000 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis • Price included with museum admission • 334-3322 • www.childrensmuseum.org

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Customer Appreciation Month at Pinheads: Free Bowling • Enjoy two hours of free bowling with your family; shoe rental not included. • Starting at 6 p.m. tonight and tomorrow • 13825 Britton Park Rd., Fishers • Free • 773-9988 • www.bowlatpinheads.com ‘Menopause, The Musical’ • A side-splitting musical comedy about women going through “the change”; hot flashes, memory loss and changes in sexual appetite set to music from the ‘60s, ‘70s and ‘80s • 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. • 8 p.m. shows Tuesday through Saturday; 1:30 and 7 p.m. on Sunday • Beef and Boards Dinner Theatre, 9301 Michigan Rd., Indianapolis • Starting at $37.50 • 8729664 • www.beefandboards.com

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‘Eating Alabama’ at IndyFringe Basile Theatre • The Indianapolis International Film Spring Series presents a feast for the eyes, heart and, of course the stomach, with the showing “Eating Alabama” accompanied by dinner and wine. • 6:30 p.m. • 719 East St. Clair St., Indianapolis • $20 in advance • www.indyfringe.org/upcoming-shows Butler Artsfest ‘Revolution 2013’ • Butler hosts a variety of activities, performances, concerts, exhibits and more that the whole family can appreciate. • Hours and activities vary each day through Sunday, with tickets required for some • Butler University, 4600 Sunset Ave., Indianapolis • 940-6444 • www.blogs.butler.edu/artsfest/

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Coffee Pops Series: An Afternoon with Lea Salonga • Tony award-winning singer and actress, Salonga has played Broadway characters, including Kim in “Miss Saigon,” Eponine and Fantine in “Les Misérables,” in addition to Disney films, voicing Jasmine in “Aladdin.” and Fa Mulan in “Mulan”; she was named a Disney Legend in 2011 for her work. • 11 a.m. • Starting at $28 • 45 Monument Circle, Indianapolis • 639-4300 • www.indianapolissymphony.org

Friday

comic strip character Charlie Brown. • Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m., and Sunday at 3 p.m. • University High School, 2825 W. 116th St. • $7 for students, $10 for adults, $25 for a family four pack. • For more information, visit www.universityhighschool.org ‘The Dealer Smiles’ • Head to the Westfield Playhouse to take in the comedy by Larry Adams and produced by Main Street Productions. • 1836 Ind. 32 W., Westfield • $12 admission; $10 for seniors • 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 2:30 p.m. Sunday • 896-2707 • www.westfieldplayhouse.org

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‘Into the Woods’ at Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre • A story of a cursed baker and his childless wife who meet favorite characters of children’s literature, including Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood and Rapunzel, as they come to life in one musical • 3 Center Green, Suite 200, Carmel • 7 p.m. Friday and Saturday; Sunday at 2 p.m. • $44; $34 youth age 17 and younger • 843-3800 • www.civictheatre.org Printing Partners Pops Series: An Evening with Lea Salonga • Tony award-winning singer and actress, Salonga has played Broadway characters, including Kim in “Miss Saigon,” Eponine and Fantine in “Les Mis érables,” in addition to Disney films, voicing Jasmine in “Aladdin” and Fa Mulan in “Mulan”; she was named a Disney Legend in 2011 for her work. • 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday • Starting at $20 for Salonga adults and starting at $12 for students • 45 Monument Circle, Indianapolis • 6394300 • www.indianapolissymphony.org The Center Presents ‘An Evening with Kathleen Battle’ • Battle, a five-time Grammy award winner, boasts a repertoire of music from the Baroque period through contemporary works; her voice has been called “…one of the few most beautiful of the world” by The Washington Post. • 1 Center Green, Carmel • 8 p.m. • Single tickets for those 25 and under start at $18; adult tickets start at $48 • 843-3800 • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org/ PedalPalooza • This third annual bicycle safety event is free and open to the public with 200 helmets being distributed along with pamphlets and bike reflectors. • Witham Family YMCA, 2791 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. • www. indianainjuryblog.com

Arbor Day • Join the festivities as Fishers Parks & Recreation plants a tree in celebration of Arbor Day; activities for kids and free tree seedlings available for the first 200 participants • 11780 Brooks School Rd., Fishers • 6 to 8 p.m. • Free • 595-3150 • www. fishers.in.us

Z’Run • Zionsville Middle School hosts its 11th Annual Z’Run, which includes a 5K “fun run” or 1-mile family walk with dogs welcome. • $18 for individual entry; $30 for two family members with $10 for each additional family member. • 9 a.m. • 900 Ford Rd., Zionsville • For more information and to register, visit www.tuxbro.com/calendar.html

The Center presents The American String Quartet with Richard Stoltzman • This highly praised and internationally recognized string quartet group comes to the Palladium. Grammy awardwinning clarinetist Richard Stoltzman joins the performance. • The Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Center Green, Carmel • 8 p.m. • Starting $18 for those 25 and under; starting at $28 for adults • 843-3800 • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra presents ‘An Evening with Lea Salonga’ • Tony awardwinning singer and actress, Salonga has played Broadway characters, including Kim in “Miss Saigon,” Eponine and Fantine in “Les Mis érables,” in addition to Disney films, voicing Jasmine in “Aladdin” and Fa Mulan in “Mulan”; she was named a Disney Legend in 2011 for her work. • The Center for the Palladium, 1 Center Green, Suite 200, Carmel • 7:30 p.m. • Starts at $22.50 for students and $42.50 for adults • 639-43000 • www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’ • Presented by the University High School StageBlazers, “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown” is a musical that tells the story of an average day in the life of famous

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About 70 artists, six of them from Hamilton County, will open their Exhibition studios to visitors during the two-day, 20th annual Raymond James Stutz Artists Open House Friday and Saturday. Fishers residents Bruce Moore and Sally Moore will participate in the event, which is designed to give patrons the chance to see artwork in the setting where it’s created. The married duo shares a 900-square-foot studio (B-345) at the Stutz. They met when Sally was directing her own gallery on Massachusetts Avenue in Indianapolis, and Bruce inquired about whether she wanted to see his work. Bruce uses water colors or water media and creates his works on a 100-percent polypropylene material called Yupo. Sally is a trained jeweler who uses sterling and 14 ct. gold precious metals, as well as exotic stones, for her designs. She said some of the hand-picked gems never before shown will go on display at the show,

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Spring brings grillin’ season Commentary by Claudia Pierson Grilling season has arget cooking rived! To kick off this classic tradition, here are two wonderful barbecue sauces for you to make at home and make your own.

Classic BBQ Sauce

makes one quart Ingredients: 2 tablespoons canola oil, 3 tablespoons crushed garlic, 2 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 tablespoons chili powder, 1/4 teaspoon allspice, 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves, 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper, 2 cups water, 2 cups ketchup, 1/4 cup light molasses, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, 1 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoons Worcestershire, 1 tablespoons Colemans dry mustard Directions: Heat oil in medium saucepan and stir in garlic, tomato paste and spices to create a paste. Stir over low heat until a dark red. Whisk in the remaining ingredients and simmer for about 30 minutes. Cool completely. Refrigerate in airtight container for up to two weeks. Cooking tip: When using BBQ sauce or any basting item, never allow spoon or brush that has come in contact with raw meat or fish to be entered back into the main sauce. Spoon a small amount into a separate bowl and add with a clean spoon as needed to eliminate any cross contamination.

Brown Sugar Espresso BBQ Sauce

makes 1 quart Ingredients: 2 tablespoons Canola oil, 3 tablespoons crushed garlic, 2 cups diced yellow onion, 2 tablespoons minced jalapeño chili, 2 tablespoons chili powder, 2 tablespoons light molasses, 1/2 cup brown sugar, 2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro, 1 teaspoons cumin, 1 cup chicken stock, 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes with puree, 1 cup brewed espresso (or strong coffee) Directions: Heat oil in medium saucepan and sauté garlic, onions, and jalapeño until tender. Add chili powder, brown sugar, molasses, cilantro and cumin and stir, just until blended and sugar dissolves. Add stock, tomatoes and coffee. Simmer until thickened, about 30 to 40 minutes. Cool completely and refrigerate for up to two weeks in airtight container.

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‘Anything Goes’ auditions announced – Attention singers and sailors, the Booth Tarkington Civic Theatre will be holding auditions through its Young Adult Theatre Program for Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes.” Auditions will be Friday at 4:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. at the Tarkington, 3 Center Green, Suite 200, Carmel. Auditions are open to all students ages 14 to 18. Rehearsals begin June 9 and performances are July 25 through 28. Men’s night – Salon 01 will host Men’s Night on May 2 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the salon’s lower level. Matt the Miller’s Tavern will be serving appetizers and Flat 12 will offer a beer sampling.

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Treating skin pigment problems Commentary by Brooke Tetrault Treating pigment-related skin conditions like sun spots can actually be one of the most dramatic improvements DERMATOLOGY in the overall tone and youthfulness of skin. Skin cells called melanocytes produce pigment called melanin, which is the source of skin’s color and a key component of defense against UV exposure. This pigment production can also be the result of exposure to heat and hormonal shifts. When melanocytes no longer respond to the normal rules of growth and melanin production, perhaps from repeated UV damage, they can result in malignancy. It is important to consult with a physician to rule out any suspicion for abnormal lesions, such as melanoma, before undergoing any cosmetic treatment. A yearly dermatologic skin check and proper sunscreen is always recommended. Always be careful if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. For benign, unwanted pigment concerns, one can be fairly aggressive with laser treatments. IPL (Intense Pulsed Light), a flashlamp device, is probably the most popular procedure used for the treatment of pigment. It involves targeting and breaking down the melanin pigment in the

skin. Patients experience initial darkening of the pigment, which is then naturally exfoliated – or helped along greatly with medical-grade topical skin care during the course of the subsequent days. Medical-grade topical skin care can involve hydroquinone. Less effective treatments like soy-based and lower strength products overthe-counter are mostly recommended for maintenance at best. Hydroquinone has more than 30 years of use in skin care. It can also be misleadingly known as “bleaching” cream, but only inhibits the production of extra melanin. It is a substance that directly inhibits the key enzyme responsible for the final step of melanin (pigment) production, unlike less effective overthe-counter products. In prescription strength, medical-grade quality, over a limited body surface area and under the care of a physician, it is safe. There are so many ways to help treat unwanted skin pigment, and it is always best to seek the recommendation of your skin care physician for dramatic results. Brooke Tetrault is director of operations at ClarityMD and can be reached at 571-8900 or info@ ClarityMD.com.

Doctor William Capello honored

for university clinical affairs with the IU School of Medicine; Dr. Michael Meneghini, director of joint replacement at IU Health Saxony Hospital Dr. William Capello, an orthopedic surgeon, and assistant professor of orthopedic surgery; was honored recently at IU Health Saxony Hospiand more. tal for his accomplishments in the field. Fitzgerald brought up patient surIncluded in the ceremony was the veys, pointing out, among other high dedication of the Dr. William N. Capello numbers, that 100 percent of those who Education Center at the Saxony location, responded said Capello always treated 13000 E. 136th St. Community seminars, them with respect. classes and training will be held there. “Bill Capello is an extremely accomCapello’s 35-year career at the IU plished hip surgeon who positively imSchool of Medicine included a 20-year Capello pacted our specialty for generations to stint as professor of orthopedic surgery. There to give remarks were Daniel F. Evans, Jr., come,” Meneghini stated in a news release. Capello is internationally known and also is president and CEO of IU Health; Jonathon Goble, emeritus professor of the Indiana University president and CEO of IU Health Saxony Hospital; School of Medicine. Dr. John Fitzgerald, president and CEO of IU Health Physicians and executive associate dean news@currentinwestfield.com

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Crib bumper pads exchanged for sleep sacks – Each year, about 2,300 infants die from sudden infant death syndrome. To help families practice safe sleep habits, Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital at St.Vincent, St.Vincent Women’s Services and The Children’s Museum have joined forces to exchange crib bumper pads for a free sleep sack. From now through April 30, infant caregivers may bring crib bumper pads to the concierge desk at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis, 3000 N. Meridian St., to trade for a free sleep sack, courtesy of St.Vincent. The bumper pads will be given to a local organization to recycle. While researchers are not sure what causes SIDS, soft bedding is a known risk factor.

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Understanding flood coverage Commentary by Jamie Ianigro

its contents starting as low as $129 per year. It takes 30 days after purchase for a flood policy to take effect, so don’t wait until the water starts Question from Gary B. from Fishers: We rising. have a basement and have never had any floodSewer and drain backup coverage is a simple ing problems, but one of endorsement that you may already have included Insurance our friends recently had on your homeowner’s policy now. Standard covtheir basement flood and erage usually starts with limits of $5,000. If you it caused $16,000 in damage. Now I’m thinking have a finished basement, $5,000 is probably not about getting a flood policy. What do you think? going to get you back to where you would like to Response from Jamie Ianigro: The first be. We usually recommend upgrading that coverthing you need to know about flood insurance age to $10,000 to 25,000 to make sure you are is what the policy covers. A flood insurance adequately covered. Higher limits are definitely policy will protect your property from floodavailable. The cost of this endorsement varies by ing accompanying hurricanes, heavy rains and carrier but is usually a very low percentage of melting snows. A standard homeowner’s policy the total cost of your policy. specifically excludes coverage for all of these The most important thing to know is when to things. Some insurance carriers will add flood cut and run. Your family’s safety is much more coverage with an endorsement to your homeimportant than a house or anything you have in owner’s policy, but usually you will have to purit. The steps you can take to prevent flood claims chase a separate policy. are pretty easy and you’re probably already doThe other thing you need to know about flood ing them. First, make sure your sump pump is insurance is what it doesn’t cover. Flood insurworking and has an adequate battery-powered ance doesn’t cover water that rises up through backup, in case it loses power. Next, make sure your plumbing. This type of loss is protected by your gutters and downspouts are free and clear an endorsement to your homeowner’s policy of debris and obstructions. Lastly, make sure called sewer and drain backup. A loss from sewer and drain backup can be just as damaging your downspouts are getting water far enough away from the house that the water is not as a flood loss. returning. Most of Hamilton County sits in a moderateto-low risk area when it comes to flood risk (you can check your risk at www.floodsmart.gov) and Jamie Ianigro is with Shepherd qualifies for coverage at the preferred rate. PreInsurance & Finanacial Services. Have an insurance question ferred rate policies are the lowest premiums you need answered? Send it to available through the National Flood Insurance asktheadvisor@shepherdins.com. Program. This policy will protect your house and

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What does happiness mean to you? Does it mean peace, loving and accepting yourself, stepping into your Relationships worth or something else? Stop and really think about the question. Figuring this out can be extremely powerful and life changing. Is happiness about achievements, stuff, money, beauty or how many likes you have on your Facebook status updates? Maybe it is about helping others, growing, learning, giving back, living out your purpose, feeling good about who you are, making a contribution and difference in the world by showing up and being you, or living with intention. We live in a society that encourages us to buy into materialism, beauty, wealth, fame, moving to the top and how many friends you have on Facebook. We think this is the way to happiness. We think this will bring us happiness, worth and importance. Ultimately, we end up in a black hole because it never is enough. We end up not feeling important, good enough or adequate. There are many people who appear to have it all, yet they are miserable. Here are a few suggestions when reflecting on the topic of happiness. 1. Explore your vision for happiness. What would happiness look like? Would it be more about self-acceptance, forgive-

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“smarter?” Obviously, “intelligenter” just sounds wrong to the ear. Yet, “smarter” is the correct form in the I hear adjective and adverb errors all the time. comparative of the word “smart.” Why is this? I’m sure I even make my fair share on occasion. Here’s our rule: When comparing items with There are so many difGRAMMAR GUY ferent ways to use them single-syllable, use “-er” or “-est.” When comparing items with multiple syllables, use “more” or that it’s almost impos“less.” And never the two shall mix. sible not to. Using our example words above, let’s form Commonly, we use adjectives and adverbs some comparatives and in one of three forms: basic, comparative and Obviously, “intelligenter” just superlatives: “Sally is more intelligent than superlative. As you may sounds wrong to the ear. Tom. She’s the most have guessed, the comintelligent person in her parative form is used to compare two people or things, while the superla- class. Nevertheless, Tom still thinks he’s smarter.” “Smart” has one syllable, so it gets an “-er” tive is used to compare three or more people or or “-est.” “Intelligent” has four syllables, so it is things. Also, as a refresher, adjectives serve to modified with either “more/most” or “less/least.” modify nouns or pronouns, while adverbs modify These rules hold true most of the time, the verbs, adjectives or another adverb. notable exception being two-syllable words Where I see people get tripped up in the comending in “-y,” “-ow” and “-le.” These words are parative and superlative forms is in this quesmodified with the suffixes “-er” and “-est,” detion: “Should I use –er or –est, or more or most?” spite having multiple syllables. So, one haunted Fortunately, there are rules to help us make this house is “scarier” than another, not “more scary.” decision (for the most part). (And two-syllable words are “trickier” than they You know that “more” and “most” are used should be.) to form positive comparatives and superlatives, respectively, and “less” and “least” to form negatives. What you may not know is when you Jordan Fischer is a contributing should use them rather than the suffixes “-er” columnist for Current Publishing. and “-est.” For example: Would you say that To ask Jordan a grammar question, one person is “more intelligent” than another, write him at rjfische@gmail.com. or “intelligenter?” How about “more smart” or

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Enzymes are good for more than digestion Commentary by John Mikesell Enzymes can be used for healing body tissues, not just for digestion. Enzymes given Pets with food are used for digestion, but certain enzymes (proteases, which break down proteins) can also help with inflammation, pain, recovery from injury and more when given apart from food. Systemic enzyme therapy, also called metabolic or proteolytic enzyme therapy, allows enzymes to enter the body where they can be used for healing rather than digestion. Examples of proteolytic enzymes include pancreatin, trypsin, and chymotrypsin (from the pancreas); bromelain (from pineapple); and papain (from papaya). Proteolytic enzymes work best for inflammation when given away from meals and combined with a bioflavonoid such as quercetin or rutin (rutosid). What are the benefits of such a regime? Systemic enzyme therapy is theorized to work by breaking down proteins in the blood that cause inflammation, and by removing fibrin, which prolongs inflammation. Proponents say that systemic enzyme therapy promotes health in every part of the body by

reducing pain and inflammation, speeding healing, supporting a healthy immune system, shrinking tumors and preventing metastasis from cancer. Enzyme therapy may also help to prevent soreness and injury during and after exercise when taken routinely. Studies in the U.S. are limited, but systemic enzyme therapy has been studied and used in Germany for decades. But there are cautions: Proteolytic enzymes can thin blood and increase the risk of bleeding, especially at higher doses. Do not give to dogs with clotting disorders, gastric ulcers or those receiving blood-thinning medications. If anemia or signs of bleeding develop, discontinue right away. High doses also may cause diarrhea. See your health professional for more information on these products. John Mikesell, owner of Izzy’s Place, A Dog Bakery in Carmel, can be reached at john.mikesell@att.net.

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The Riverview Hospital Foundation invites you to join us for the 9th Annual Women of Vision Luncheon Thursday, April 25, 2013 Renaissance Hotel North

TICKETS: $45 each $625 for corporate table of 10 The luncheon builds camaraderie among talented and interesting women, creates awareness of Riverview Hospital Foundation and our Women of Vision Giving Club. It also raises funds for women's services, programs, equipment for Riverview Hospital. This year you will be inspired by Dawn Ayers, M.D. as she shares her personal journey from the beaches of California to her successful medical practice specializing in Endocrinology. She has a passion for helping and educating individuals on diabetes, thyroid issues and weight management. Her immense knowledge will open your eyes and inspire a healthier lifestyle. Come early and shop our booths to get your mother’s day and graduation gifts before and after the luncheon. Shopping and registration begins at 10:30 and the luncheon begins at noon. Thank you to our luncheon sponsor, CarDon & Associates, Inc. Register online at www.riverview.org Click ‘About’ tab, select Riverview Hospital Foundation on sidebar, click ‘Events’ or call Trish Oman at 317-776-7317 or toman@riverview.org for more information

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Mother Nature gives us a break Commentary by Randy Sorrell Let these modest words be the inspiration you may require to finally get the “spring cleaning” accomplished in the landoutdoors scape beds. Fortunately Mother Nature has provided a little grace this year with cloudy, cooler temperatures and later bloom cycles. The ornamental grasses have yet to green up, which means we still have a little time to dirty our fingernails. First, I like to start with cleaning the gutters so resulting debris is removed before mulching. Then, go for any larger debris that has likely accumulated in the beds. Second, focus on severely pruning overgrown shrubs that need fit back into the landscape using heavy loppers or long blade pruners. Reblooming roses, spirea, viburnum, potentilla and forsythia are ideal candidates for this rejuvenation and often behave like vigorous new shrubs filled with enthusiasm. Cut ornamental grasses back to the ground with electrical or gas powered hedge trimmers and snip back last year’s

perennials with hand pruners. Third, it’s amazing what a freshly cut edge on landscape beds can do for crisp appearance. A sharp, straight edged spade is required for this heart-pounding task. Then complete a detailed cleaning of the beds. Finally, the fun begins. Carefully apply the appropriate fertilizer (all purpose 12.12.12 with a separate flowering shrub fertilizer on those jewels) and pre-emergent weed control. Mulch is the most important component of the process, and I get ridiculously choosy about the type of product. Ask for premium mulch with no fillers of ground up railroad ties, pallets or sand. If you have not tried the brown or black color enhanced mulch, give it a shot. It holds its color all year! This process will set you up for a low-maintenance season of healthy plants and sharp beds.

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There are things in nature that appear worse than they are, just as in life. And gardening is a haughty manipulation of nagardening ture where we only win part of the time. That being said, I thought I’d offer some comfort to help you begin this gardening season on a positive note. Buckle up – here are the top five things not to sweat this year, in no particular order. • Lichen on the trees is probably my favorite no-sweat plant issue. It can look like mold on the branches and trunk, when actually it’s part algae/part fungus, and it’s a good indicator that the environment is clean. Score! • Preventing crabgrass … it’s too late. Treat with herbicide or pull like the dickens and make a mental note to apply preemergent granules next March. • Sealing the pruning cuts you’ve made to your tree. Trees will recover from this naturally, assuming the pruning is done properly, and the tree is healthy. Anything you apply to the “wound” is

only going to impede healing and could potentially cause issues for you later. Skip it. • Mulching, if you are tight on money or don’t have the time. Your garden isn’t going to turn on you if you skip a year. Sure, it looks pretty and (I think) smells nice, but your soil can take a pass just once if it has to. Consider turning the existing over to refresh it, instead. • Spraying for “all the bugs!” The ingredient you spray to control the real pest is the same that will wipe out the bees and butterflies. If it’s a must, use a systemic insecticide that’s taken up through the roots into the plant for feeder pests to ingest and suffer from, rather than knocking off the innocent bystanders, too. I leave you with one last thought. Gardening is a hobby where you can get down and dirty with no shame. Take that and run with it. Happy gardening! Holly Lindzy is an Indiana Accredited Horticulturist and shameless tree hugger residing in Noblesville. Email your gardening woes (or wisdom) to hollylindzy@gmail.com.

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Jack-and-Jill can stop squabbles Commentary by David Decker

As anyone who grew up with siblings can attest, having multiple children share a bathroom can create a difficult situation. indoors Most mornings it seems like everyone needs to use the bathroom at the exact same time, leading to squabbles, hassles and running late. If you are looking for a new solution, a Jack-and-Jill bathroom may be the perfect addition to your home. “Jack-and-Jill” refers to a shared bathroom that is connected by two separate bedrooms. Sitcom fans may remember that all six Brady Bunch kids shared a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. If it worked for them, it can certainly work for your family. Let’s take a look at a few ways to design a Jack-and-Jill bathroom that your kids will love. Privacy is the main benefit of a Jack-and-Jill bathroom. The best Jack-and-Jill designs feature a layout that separates the various areas of the bathroom, like the shower and sink areas. That way, one child can be taking a shower while another brushes his teeth without having to compromise any privacy. Jack-and-Jill bathrooms usually feature separated amenities that allow each child to have their own space in the bathroom. So, you may want to install two sinks, two mirrors, two linen closets and two cabinets if space allows. Doubling up helps cut down on crowding and makes it easier to share the space. Cabinet storage can

also help you keep things organized and running smoothly in a frequently used bathroom. Ample storage will cut down on clutter and ensure that each sibling knows where his or her toiletries are located. Kids have a knack for making watery messes in the bathroom. So you’ll probably want to select bathroom flooring that’s equipped to handle spills. Ceramic or porcelain tiles are always a good bet accompanied by a tile baseboard for easy clean up. Once you’ve decided on the layout and flooring, you can start planning the fun design aspects of the bathroom. For a kid’s bathroom, you’ll probably want to plan for versatility. Choose neutral, durable plumbing fixtures and cabinetry designs that can match any design scheme. From there, you can create a fun design backdrop that can be changed once the kids outgrow it. David Decker is president of the Affordable Companies, which include Affordable Kitchens and Bathrooms and now Affordable Custom Flooring. They are based in Carmel (575-9540, www.the-affordablecompanies.com). E-mail home improvement questions to david.decker@the-affordablecompanies.com.

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Lower Level condo in Lenox Trace. 2 Bedrms, 2Baths, Large den, Formal Livingrm/dining, new carpet newly decor.,new windows and new stove/ oven. Price $103,900. Call Carole Gulledge, L.J. Real Estate 317-908-8001.

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