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Knox presents State of Grand Park / P3

Woman celebrates 100th birthday / P5

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Dispatches Correction — In the Jan. 24 edition of Current in Westfield, information in the Avenue of Flags story was incorrect. Flags are placed 15 inches from the curb. Also, the charter date for the club is May 17, 2016.

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Director William Knox said the Grand Park Events Center is expected to bring more traffic to the area during winter months. (Submitted photo)

Grand Park seeks to grow in ‘benchmark year’ By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com

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Christina and Donnie Stilts recently moved their ministry A Giving Tree into a larger location. (Photo by Feel Good Now) Founded Jan. 29, 2008, at Westfield, IN Vol. X, No. 2 Copyright 2016. 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.

for a tournament, but they also are taking some vacation time around it. “We want to make sure we can accommoAlthough William Knox only recently began as date all those people,” Knox said. “We rely on Grand Park director Oct. 31, he has watched its our city partners to provide some of growth from the development start. that entertainment.” The proximity to Indianapolis is a In his previbonus in that regard. ous position of director of sports With the increased tourism, Knox development for Hamilton County Toursaid the top strategic goal for Grand ism, Knox was involved in the developPark is safety. ment of Grand Park from its inception. “We know we are taking young “We are continuing to grow,” Knox Knox children to a campus and they are exsaid. “We’re looking for 2017 to be a reposed to a lot of risk, whether it’s on the field ally benchmark year. We’re looking at this year or off the field,” Knox said. “We’re putting a lot to guide us to understand all the various uses of things in place that will protect the kids on of the park now that we have all our assets.” the field. It’s amazing how much I’m learning Knox reported on the state of Grand Park at about grass and synthetic turf.” Westfield Chamber of Commerce luncheon Jan. Knox said all the concession stands have 19 at The Bridgewater Club. Automated External Defibrillators. “The 400 acres houses 31 multi-purpose “All of our staff is CPR and first aid certified, fields and 26 diamonds,” Knox said. “There is and all of our partners on campus are certiover 4,500 parking spaces, which is hard to befied,” Knox said. lieve, but on many occasions that isn’t enough. Other goals are visitor experience, innovation We often run out of parking.” The Grand Park Events Center, which opened of use and maximizing stakeholder value. Knox said the multi-purpose fields will be last summer, is 370,000 square feet of space used for archery this summer. that is available for all types of uses. “It’s up to us to find other uses that don’t “We’ve seen a bump in our traffic as a result damage our synthetic or natural grass surof having that space,” Knox said. “I think we’ll faces,” Knox said. see more in our winter months as a result of For more, visit grandpark.org. having that facility.” Knox said visitors might come to Grand Park

Seeking historic photos — Current in Westfield is looking to gather historical photos from the city and community for a regular feature within the publication, “Back in the Day.” Credit for each submission will be given to images sent with a short description and approximate date. For more , or to submit photos or ideas, contact Editor Anna Skinner at anna@youarecurrent.com. Coffee with the editor — Meet Current in Westfield editor Anna Skinner from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Feb. 6 at Titus Bakery at 17471 Wheeler Rd, Suite 110, in Westfield. Ask her questions, suggest story ideas or come to enjoy a cup of coffee and learn about a career in the newspaper business. Join the Pride — The Westfield Lions Club will host an informational meeting from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Feb. 21 at Wolfie’s Bar and Grill, 137 W. Main St. Men and women 21 and older are invited to learn about local events and groups the club supports through fundraising and volunteerism, or talk with a Lion about becoming a member. For those who attend, the first beverage is free. For more, contact Jeff Larrison at jeffl@ucindy.com. WHS students win art, writing awards — Students from Westfield High School won 33 awards for their artwork through the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards. The following students received a Gold Key, Silver Key or Honorable Mention for their artwork: Gwyneth Chavente, Olivia Jacobson, Kenna Janes, Hallie Kane, Christopher Lisle, Justin Mamaril, Taylor Paschal, Madison Sherrick, Anna Berndt, Olivia Harmeyer, Emily Krakora, Michaela Krawczyk, Allyson McAtamney, Zachary Raber, Chloe Ruggles, Cailyn Surtees and Grace Weber. Gold and Silver Key artwork will be on display at Clowes Memorial Hall at Butler University from Feb. 1 to Feb. 26. All Gold Key winners will have their artwork forwarded to New York City.

Park Street access – Access to Park Street from Union Street is now closed. To reach Park Street, drivers can take Union Street to Jersey Street or take Ind. 32 to Poplar Street. Mill Street is now open, and its access is available from Union Street as well.

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Westfield resident celebrates 100th birthday By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com

Wellbrooke of Westfield resident Leah Jacobson celebrates her 100th birthday Jan. 10. (Submitted photo)

Leah Jacobson said she doesn’t have a specific reason for reaching her 100th accomplishment birthday. “I don’t have any secret,” Jacobson said. “I just live a day at a time, doing everything in moderation, I guess.” Her genes helped as well. “I’ve been blessed with parents who lived a nice, long life,” Jacobson said. “My dad lived into his late 90s when he passed, and my mother died in her late 80s.” Jacobson turned 100 Jan. 10, and there was a celebration of cake and balloons with family and friends at Wellbrooke of Westfield. Jacobson has three sons: Jerry, who lives in Westfield; Melvin and his wife Deborah live in Elkhart; and Moe and Beverly live in California. Her sons made it in for the 100th celebration, along with the spouses for the two that are married. However, Jacobson said there is another

celebration planned in April when her five grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren can make it in. After the party, Jacobson played cards with her friends. She enjoys regularly playing bridge and Mahjong. Jacobson has lived in Indiana since she was 7 years old, growing up in the Elkhart area. Jacobson did her nursing training through Indiana University in Indianapolis from 1935 to 1938. She lived in Chicago with her husband until he served in World War II. Then she moved to her parents’ home near Elkhart when he was in the military, and she did private nursing service. They ended up settling in Elkhart. She worked in a doctor’s office for 25 years. “It was part-time so it was easy to manage my children, helping with my parents,” Jacobson said. Her husband died at age 68 from leukemia. She moved to Westfield eight years later, living in a condo. She moved into Wellbrooke two and a half years ago.

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Two other authors are Noblesville residents Amy Shankland and Morgan Wyatt. Wyatt writes in many different styles, including Francesca Quarto wanted to put an area romance and non-fiction travel. Shankland’s book signing together in Noblesville, so she first book was called “Hoop Mama,” brainstormed with the books owners of The Ville Resreleased in 2013. Shankland started hoop dancing herself two years betaurant and came up fore writing the novel. with a plan. “Even though I have a publisher, I Authors in the Attic will be held have to hustle and get my name out from 5 to 9 p.m. Feb. 3 at The Ville there,” said Quarto, whose publisher Restaurant, 101 N. 10th St., Noblesville. is Tell-Tale Publishing. “We all try to “We’ll be upstairs above the dining Quarto help each other out. If I hear there is area, and we’ll be sitting at individual a book signing, I will let them know there is tables and selling our different books as well as something coming up.” different genres,” Quarto said. “I’m an urban fanQuarto said some book signings cost montasy writer. I have a series. It’s a very nice crosssection of different genres that people can come ey for space, so this one being free helps. “We’re not rolling in the dough like Stephen and enjoy and be introduced to local authors King,” she said. who have been writing for quite awhile.” Quarto said she’ll have the first two books Quarto said each author has several books. of her series with her and is hoping to bring “They’ve all done signings with me at one the third in her “Witch of Appalachia” series, time or another,” she said. “Blood of the Dragon.” George Kramer, McCordsville, writes youngThe event is free. Guests aren’t required to adult books. Nicole Kobrowski, Westfield, dine at The Ville to attend the event, and a full writes about the paranormal and history bebar will be available. hind haunted locations.

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My Father’s Garden recently launched a unique book club. Attendees bring one of their favorite books and then choose a different book brought by someone else. From left, Betsy Rabold, Rachelle Higgins and Julie Sole pause by the wine and cheese table. For more, call My Father’s Garden at 317399-7999. (Photo by Anna Skinner)

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College news – Audrey Larkin, a graduate of Guerin High School in Westfield, was named to the 2016 fall semester dean’s list at Baldwin Wallace University in Berea, Ohio. Kayla Brown and Meg Matthias of Westfield both were named to the dean’s list at Miami University of Ohio. Hannah Jennings of Westfield was named to the president’s list for Miami University of Ohio.

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Couple grows ministry for food pantry and more in Westfield By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com For nearly seven years, Christina and Don Stilts have taken it upon themselves to help feed and support those in the Westfield community that need cover story a bit more help than others. Last November, the couple expanded their opportunities of service by moving their ministry to a facility at 17388 Westfield Park Rd. nearly double the square footage of what they’d been using. The Stilts work to provide more than just a pantry to those in need, though, offering faith, literacy, job opportunities, counseling and more to individuals and families around the county. They don’t let anything go to waste, as Student Impact – a group that supports and mentors students – travels through the school district collecting unused food to be redistributed throughout the community. “We have so many success stories,” Christina said. “We are so much more than just a food pantry.” “We go deeper instead of wider,” Don added. “We are not looking to serve as many people as we can, we want to go as deep as possible with those individuals in what other ways we can help them.” PROVIDING FOOD In addition to the onsite pantry that includes nonperishables, refrigerated and frozen meat and personal hygiene products, A Giving Tree also has a mobile pantry May through June that brings food and hygiene products to a different place in the community every Saturday. The mobile pantry is similar to a normal pantry. However, for certain individuals through the nonprofit’s Seniors and Singles program, deliveries can be made to their home. Home deliveries are made on Fridays, after Student Impact sorts the Food Rescue items to be redistributed. A Giving Tree’s other food-related programs include providing nutritious sack lunches to children during the summer months when free-and-reduced lunches aren’t available and hosting Hot Dogs for Hunger, a program where those in need can attend and eat a meal for free. EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT Another aspect the Stilts implement into their nonprofit is helping individuals in need get out of the poverty cycle, and reintroducing them to education and employment. They sit down and interview individuals to discover which skill sets they possess. “I spend a lot of time talking to business owners throughout the community to match a guest up with an opportunity,” Don said. After finding a job, A Giving Tree provides financial planning courses to help the individual save money.

A painting inside A Giving Tree depicts the ministry’s outreaches. Christina and Donnie Stilts pause next to the painting. (Photo by Feel Good Now)

K IS FOR KIDS Every fall, A Giving Tree fills backpacks with the school district’s required items for grades K-8. This past August, the program donated 907 backpacks. A Giving Tree also works with the guidance counselors at the intermediate and middle schools to provide food for kids on the free-and-reduced lunch program to take home to eat at night or on the weekends. New this year, the nonprofit is launching a mobile library to promote children’s literacy that will travel with the mobile food pantry each week. Barnes & Noble of Westfield donated 784 new children’s books to launch the program. ARTS AND CRAFTS Another new program includes Arts and Crafts, where the Stilts hope to close the generation gap and bring youth groups in to spend time with seniors living in nursing homes. “These are things that give us opportunities to meet those individuals, develop relationships to the point of finding other ways of helping them other than just giving

them a bag of groceries,” Don said. For more, visit agivingtree.info.

25 to thrive For 2017, the Stilts are encouraging everyone to sign up for the 25 to Thrive program, pledging to donate $25 each month of the year to aid the nonprofit in its efforts. Through Gleaners Food Bank, A Giving Tree can purchase 300 pounds of assorted meat for just $25. “Twenty-five dollars helps us feed a family for the month,” Don said. As the ministry is the Stilts’ full-time job, donations help them continue to serve those in need and provide nutritious meals. “What sets us apart from other food pantries I would say wholeheartedly, it has to be we serve the whole person and cultivate those lasting relationships,” Christina said. For more, visit 25tothrive.org.

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Bring on voter IDs We would urge President Donald Trump to forego the deep and broad investigation into voter fraud, whose results won’t change a darned thing – except perhaps allow him bragging rights on the popular vote - and instead opt for immediate institution of a voter identification card, which was a reported goal. That should go a long way toward settling the issue. It’s probably not perfect, but dead guys can’t sign up for an ID, and the person with multiple addresses across state lines would have to choose one. Besides, a lengthy investigation will do nothing except bring an “I told you so” if Trump’s suspicions are confirmed or an “Oops; it was worth a shot” if nothing is proved. What would be guaranteed, though, is an expenditure of taxpayer dollars on the effort, and those dollars would be spent much more wisely on another pursuit, such as studying the effects of expediently reducing corporate and personal income tax. ••• You might know by now that we are not fans of much of the mainstream media. So imagine our ire when it was disclosed that outlets are taking vicious potshots at Trump’s youngest son, 10-year-old Barron. That kid – even Chelsea Clinton spoke up on his behalf – should be allowed to live as normal a gold-plated existence as possible. He didn’t suggest his mom and dad become president and first lady. Leave him alone, media twits, and go report – truthfully – on other aspects of the presidency. You know, kinda like you didn’t do with respect to our former president, Barack Obama? Brian Kelly, publisher, and Steve Greenberg, general manager, are co-owners of Current Publishing, LLC. Write them at info@ youarecurrent.com.

BEL I EVE  I T ! Our nation has all sorts of arcane, nonsensical laws on the books. Each week, we’ll share one with you. In Utah boxing matches that allow biting are not allowed. Source: dumblaws.com

Commentary by Danielle Wilson

They made noise and left Commentary by Terry Anker “I’m here for the oppressed,” she said through her stylish cashmere Burberry scarf, with her blue-green eyes peering from the gap between it and the hand-knitted pink cap in a carefully formed cat-ear design pulled down tightly in an effort to appear serious. Perhaps she was. But it seemed like she was there more for the fun of it all. We humans are a protesting lot. It all starts as we sit in our high chairs, asserting our first toddling attempts at independence from our life-giving parents, and refuse to eat our peas. When mother encourages us to consume the spherical green seeds, we protest – throwing back our heads and screaming until the walls shake. We are unhappy. And you NEED to know about it. In this long tradition of sharing our own personal point of view, many stand ready to stand for or stand against – well, something … anything. As our nation exhibited yet another peaceful transition from one presiden-

tial administration to another, the streets of our nation’s capital filled with those ready to use the gathered witnesses as an audience to their own ends. They came alone, in packs, small groups and bus loads. Each selfpossessed with their own grievance. There are those who believe our leaders are too religious, and those who believe our leaders are too little religious. Some love pigs. Others love pork. All the “ists” were represented – race, sex, fasc, misogyn and too many more to count (indeed, some took terrific liberty with the English language). Some rose to the attention of the national media – a mechanism to provide backdrop for their own ever-slanting narrative. But most made a bit of noise and then went home.

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Q U O T E  O F  T HE WEEK “People who enjoy meetings should not be in charge of anything.”

– Thomas Sowell

In honor of Hollywood awards season, I bring you another installment of “When Movies Meet Mothering,” my humor new series where I cleverly insert classic lines from some of my favorite films. Today’s homage is to my teenage crush Tom Cruise and the 1986 flick I saw six times in the theater, “Top Gun” (you’re welcome, SJ!). One of the ongoing dogfights here at Chez Wilson involves our children not working to their potential. Our oldest, in particular, has caused many a liquor store fly-bys as Doo and I struggle to understand how someone with a pretty good head on his shoulders can make such poor decisions when it comes to homework and studying. It’s almost as if he’s purposely buzzing the tower of unacceptable grades just to see if he can spill someone’s coffee. We keep telling him that as a senior in high school, if he doesn’t want to end up selling rubber dog poop out of Hong Kong, he’s going to need to apply himself. He’s going to need to do it right like his old man and not settle for the second-place plaque in the Ladies Room. Luckily, of late, our Maverick has been doing better. He’s stayed above the approved academic hard deck for several months now and has only been inverted once. But we still see him occasionally pulled into the danger zone, unable to resist the siren’s call of Netflix and video games and hanging with his wingmen. And that’s the hard part for us, keeping our helicopter instincts grounded while he serenades potential disaster. We don’t want his ego to start writing checks his report card can’t cash, especially now that college is looming like a great ball of fire, but we also don’t want to always be up in his grill. I suppose this is just a normal part of parenting teenagers, learning to trust your child to pilot his own F-14 through swarms of MiG-28’s and hoping that if he does need to pull the ejector handle, he stays clear of the canopy (yeah, I went there). Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at danielle@ currentincarmel.com.

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Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

I had blood drawn the other day. I don’t envy phlebotomists. Imagine having a job where everyone hates you for humor what you are about to do, and the first thing you say to the person is “make a fist.” Plus, when she tells people she’s a phlebotomist, a lot of her patients think she has six husbands. My technician, Shirley, uses the same joke every time. She looks at me with flirty eyes and says, “It’s too bad you’re married. You’re my type.” I laughed at this for my first few appointments, but I have my own joke for my next visit. When she tells me what a tough day she’s had, I’ll tell her to just go with the flow. I’m not sure how much longer we can keep this up. Probably ’til my LDL goes down. Shirley says there are two kinds of people in the world: Those who watch when the needle goes in and those who don’t. She says those who stare are usually uptight, aging baby boomers who are control freaks. Ever since she mentioned that, when she sticks me, I tell her what lovely eyes she has or how interesting the clinic ceiling is. Shirley also likes to sneak in a little medical advice of her own. She tells me Cheerios

would be good for raising my HDL. Or was it that Wheaties will lower my LDL? All I know is, she doesn’t think much of Count Chocula and Fruit Loops. How long are you supposed to keep that silly cotton ball and bandage on your arm? I rip it off the second I walk out the door. My wife thinks if you remove the bandage, you jeopardize your health insurance coverage. At her last yearly check-up, she just told the phlebotomist to take off the old bandage and stick her in the same place. When I left, Shirley confirmed my personal information … “And is that your correct birth date, March 5, 1947?” “Well, I’d like to change that to l957.” Incredibly, she took her pen and scribbled something on the page. I walked out of the office on cloud nine. My cholesterol may still be sky high, but I felt 10 years younger.

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Three things that will change with Social Security in 2017 Commentary by Joel Harris

Here are a few notable changes to the system to be aware of as you plan for your future. 1. More earnings subject to Social Security Tax — A majority of workers pay 6.2 percent of their earnings into the Social Security system, and their employers pay the other 6.2 percent, for a total of 12.4 percent until their salary reaches a certain level. For 2017, the maximum taxable earnings figure will increase from $118,500 to $127,200. This means more of your annual paycheck will be subject to Social Security taxes. 2. Increased Earnings Limit — It is important to be aware of the earnings limit if you intend on filing for benefits early. The earnings income limit rule will increase from $15,720 in 2016 to $16,920 in 2017. Social Security beneficiaries who earn more than $16,920 will have $1 in benefits withheld for every $2 in earned income over the limit every year until they reach 65. For those who will turn 66 in 2017 the earnings limit increases to $44,880, and the payment reduction declines to $1 withheld for every $3 earned in excess of the earnings limit. Once a beneficiary reaches their full retirement age, they are no longer subject to this earnings limit test and can make as much money as they’d like without having any of their benefits withheld. 3. Spousal Benefits — Anyone under the age of 62 by the end of 2015 no longer has the choice of which benefit to elect when they reach full retirement age. Regardless of their age and when they elect to take benefits, they will be “deemed” to have filed for the highest benefit. For anyone over the age of 62 at the end of 2015, you will be grandfathered under the old rules and will have the ability to claim only spousal benefits, if eligible, if you wait until you reach full retirement age. The key phrase in that sentence is “if you wait until full retirement age”. If you file before FRA, then you will no longer be able to take advantage of filing for a spousal benefit only.

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Marcotte rises in admin role By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com

be able to concentrate on their patients and patient care.” To accomplish his new tasks, Marcotte Westfield resident Dr. Eric Marcotte is no listens to and advises staff on a variety of stranger to administrative roles. This month, issues. Although his responsibilities he embarked on a new role new administrative have expanded, Marcotte isn’t quite ready to give up his medical practice. path as chief mediHe plans to split his time between cal officer at Riverview Health. Riverview Health’s hospital in NoblesMarcotte replaces Dr. John Paris, ville and his practice in Sheridan. who served in the role for more than “Nationwide, most chief medical ofa decade. ficers still practice at least some, and Five years ago, Marcotte, a family Marcotte it helps other doctors to know I have physician, stepped into the role of to live by the rules, too,” Marcotte said. “I enelected medical president at the Sheridan Rivjoy being a doctor, and I erview facility and began don’t want to give that considering pursuing “I see the position as up. I grew up in a town administrative work as trying to make sure that very much like Sheridan, a doctor. As he neared and I’m comfortable retirement, Paris encourour doctors and nurse with farmers. I really aged Marcotte to apply practitioners have the enjoy the other doctors for the CMO position. “I am the interface resources and the support that are there. I have two very good partners, between the physicians they need to be able to and it makes for a very and the hospital adgood environment and concentrate on their ministration,” Marcotte people in that little said. “I see the position patients and patient care.” great town.” as trying to make sure Paris was a heart surgeon before retiring that our doctors and nurse practitioners have as a practicing physician. the resources and the support they need to

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Hancock explores unsolved mystery in ‘Black Dahlia’ By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com The Black Dahlia case is one of the most famous unsolved murders in U.S. history. Elizabeth Short, nicknamed the Black Dahlia by newspapers, was brutally murdered in Los Angeles in 1947. Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre audiences will take their crack at Dance solving it when the theatre presents “The Black Dahlia” Feb. 4-19 at 329 Gradle Dr., Carmel. The six cabaret-style performances will be at 7 p.m. Saturdays and 3 p.m. Sundays. The production was created by founder/artistic director Gregory Hancock. “We set up four scenarios that could have happened. We use some historical facts but took some artistic liberty, too,” Hancock said. “There’s not a lot of information about the crime and who could have done it. So we developed some scenarios, and the audience gets to decide who it was. They have suspect cards on their table, and they vote.” Company dancer and teacher Hannah Brown, 25, will play the role of Short, who was 22 when she was murdered. “I made the mistake of looking it up when I was eating lunch one day. I wouldn’t recommend it,” said Brown, referring to the gory details of her murder. “I became fascinated with the unsolved mystery of it and how little is known about her life before her death. Lots of people confessed but they don’t think any of them actually did it, and the most likely candidate they were closing in on died in a fire.” There are some lighter moments. “We like our emotional roller coasters here,” Brown said. “There are some fun moments. There is a little sister duet that is lighthearted. There are some sad moments and dark moments, too.” Hancock said the music is different than what he would normally use. “There is a lot of 1940s swing music and ‘40s Latin swing music,” he said. “There are a lot of fun and happy sections and almost comic sections. Then when it becomes dark, it becomes creepier.” The production is the annual fundraising show, board President Ivy Heazeltine said. There will be a live auction with some original art. Heazeltine said approximately one-third of the theatre’s revenue comes from ticket sales and the rest it has to raise. For more, visit gregoryhancockdancetheHannah Brown will perform in the title atre.org. role in Hancock Dance Theatre’s “The Black Dahlia.” (Photo by Lydia Moody)

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Dispatches Disney’s “High School Musical” — Christian Youth Theater’s production of Disney’s “High School Musical,” directed by Doug King, wraps up CYT’s winter season Feb. 3-5. Performances will be at Marian University Theater 3200 Cold Springs Rd., Indianapolis. Tickets range between $8 and $16. For more, visit cytindy.org/shows. Governor’s Arts Awards — The Indiana Arts Commission is now accepting nominations for the 2017 Governor’s Arts Awards. Nomination forms are available on the IAC website at in.gov/arts/2332. htm. Nominations will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. March 15. Nominations also can be completed in a .pdf format and submitted by email to rvanzant@iac. in.gov. Nominations originally made, but not selected for the 2015-16 Bicentennial Governor’s Arts Awards, will automatically be reconsidered for 2017. However, nominators may wish to submit updated information if there have been significant changes in the nomi-

nee’s accomplishments or contributions to the arts since the original nomination was made. BTI partners with Sun King Brewing for Beer & Ballet — Ballet Theatre of Indiana and Sun King Brewing Company’s Beer & Ballet III will take place at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 10 and 11 at the Basile Theatre at the Historic Athenaeum. The performance ranges from excerpts from the classic “La Bayadère,” to contemporary pieces by BTI resident choreographers. Sun King beer will be available for purchase before and during the performance. Balletomanes under the age of 21 are welcome to attend. Tickets are $25 and can be purchased at btindiana.org/events. Martina McBride presents at the Palladium — Martina McBride will stop at the Palladium during her “Love Unleashed” Tour at 7:30 p.m. Feb. 23. Her concert will feature Lauren Alaina. For more, visit thecenterfortheperformingarts.org.

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The Five Irish Tenors have been preparing for the past two years to get their songs just right for their first North concert American tour. So far, so good, singer George Hutton said. “The audiences have been receptive to our performances so far,” Hutton said. “It’s such a great energy, and we really feed off that. Thank God, we all get along really well, which is always a bonus.” The Five Irish Tenors, who began the tour in January, will perform at the Palladium in Carmel at 8 p.m. Feb. 4. “In our audience there will be people with Irish heritage or backgrounds who want to hear a little of that, so we will sing some Irish classics,” Ciaran Kelly said. “We’ll bring some of our own favorites like pop music, so songs by Billy Joel and artists such as that. Everything has been arranged for this by our musical director Danny Forde.” The other tenors are Morgan Crowley, Alan Leech and David Martin. “Ireland is a small place, and the music world is even smaller, so we all worked together or sung together in different aspects,”

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Kelly said. “We got together, and five is good number for the harmony.” “Danny Forde has arranged some beautiful pieces. They have some rich and ringing harmonies in them,” Hutton said. “I’ve spoken to the audiences after some of the concerts and one of the aspects they’ve really enjoyed have been the harmonies. One of the pieces that really rings out is ‘Bridge over Troubled Water.’ There are some really nice harmonies in that. The more traditional pieces like ’TooRa-Loo-Ra-Loo-Ral’ is lovely and full of very nice harmonies. There are many different vocal arrangements of the pieces and they all lend themselves well to the program.”

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Where’s Amy meets Food Network’s Celebrity Chef Alex Guarnaschelli at Fantastic Food Fest Fantastic Food Fest is the largest food and beverage event in Indiana. Foodies flocked to this year’s popular event Jan. 22 to meet celebrity chefs, which included Food Network’s chef Alex Guarnaschelli, Loreal Gavin, a.k.a “The Butcher Babe,” and local favorite chefs Steven Oakley, Susanne Grier, Sabrina Richard and Tyler Herald. More than 10,000 culinary enthusiasts enjoyed cooking demos, tastings, workshops, book signings and checking out more than 200 fine food and beverage exhibitors. The best part of the day was when Guarnaschelli said she was happy that she finally found Where’s Amy and presented me with a signed copy of her cookbook “Old-School Comfort Food.” Jake, Maggie, Hailey and Jim Hurst (Zionsville) enjoyed meeting Celebrity Chef Alex Guarnaschelli (center) at the Fantastic Food Fest. (Photo by Amy Pauszek)

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Blueprint for Improvement: Maximizing bathroom space Commentary by Larry Greene

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The goal for this master ensuite was to maximize the usable space for each separate function, while coordinating with the aesthetics of the adjacent master bedroom. 1. Multiple walls were relocated to reconfigure the bathroom and closet spaces. This allowed for the closet, vanity and shower spaces to all double in size. 2. The new double-sink vanity has a significant amount of additional storage, including two tower cabinets that contain outlets inside for hiding small bathroom appliances. The beautiful cherry-stained cabinets and unique marble countertops are the focal point of the room and coordinate seamlessly with the finishes of the adjacent master bedroom. 3. A clear, frameless glass shower surround gives an open, bright feel to the new, larger shower. It also accommodates a corner seat and two recessed storage niches, convenient for holding personal care items. 4. A new heated floor system with a programmable thermostat is a hidden feature that adds an additional level of comfort.

Before Background Info: This Geist home in the Beam Reach neighborhood of Indianapolis had unique features that were no longer functional. Also, the original 1980s aesthetics did not align with the owners’ personal style and overall vision for their home.

Before problems: Before the renovation, the bathroom was dark, outdated and confining. For the amount of square footage in the master ensuite, there was too much wasted space because of a large recessed hot tub and chopped up functions in separate areas. In addition, the shower was too small, and the ensuite lacked sufficient vanity and closet storage.

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War and peace in Kronstadt Commentary by Don Knebel Cruise ship passengers entering the harbor of St. Petersburg, Russia, are surprised to find themselves alongside a Russian travel naval base. They are equally surprised to see an enormous Byzantine cathedral standing amid the warships. In 1703, Czar Peter the Great established St. Petersburg at the head of the Gulf of Finland. A year later, to guard against naval attacks, he established a fortress on Kotlin Island in the middle of the gulf about 19 miles west of his new city. The area around the fortress, known as Kronstadt, became the base of Russia’s Baltic Fleet. Today, Kronstadt remains one of the bases of that fleet. In the 19th century, Russian naval officials began promoting the idea of an imposing cathedral on Kronstadt to honor those killed serving the Russian Navy. The idea was promoted by a popular local priest, later canonized as St. John of Kronstadt. In 1897, Czar Nicholas II approved the idea. Russian architects then traveled to Turkey and Greece to collect ideas about the designs of historic Byzantine cathedrals. A domed cathedral, modeled on Istanbul’s sixth century Hagia Sophia, was erected on Kronstadt’s Anchor Square,

Teacher OF THE MONTH Kronstadt Naval Base near St. Petersburg, Russia. (Photo by Don Knebel)

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WALLA INTERIOR PAINTING Small Local Business - Servicing Hamilton County 2010-2015 Angie’s List Service Award Winner Fully Insured and Bonded - FREE ESTIMATES Discounts on high quality paints

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3501 Westfield Rd, Suite 101 • Westfield IN (317) 913-2828 info@hoppenrathlaw.com • www.hoppenrathlaw.com

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Kingston’s BAND REHEARSAL SPACE

Book a session for your band! 3 hours/$50 1,000 SF studio, lounge with 60” plasma TV, full PA & backline provided, drums available 340 Ridgepoint Drive, Carmel rick@idealtalentinc.com 317-979-0137 Like us on Facebook! “Between the awesome physical facility, and the exceptional personal service, look no further than Kingston’s.” -Travis Jensen, An Innocent Band

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The Electric Bike Center

622 South Rangeline Rd Suite S Car. 46032 E-Bikes are Fun. E-Bikes riding is Healthy. E-Bikes can be an alternative form Transportation. Test ride an E-bike, anytime!

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Will clean out houses, garages, basements, attics, etc; move/haul furniture, trash, etc. clean gutters, rake leaves; run errands; do odd jobs, render personal services. Full insured.: Text or call Jay@ 574-398-2135: Now accepting reservations for snow removal

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Now Hiring The Carmel Dads’ Club

is seeking a Full-Time Facility Maintenance Position. Candidates should contact Josh Blackmore, Facility Superintendent, at (317) 846-1663 X 3315 to set up applications/ interviews. The Full time candidates must have a clean driving record and no physical limitations due to the job requiring manual work in all weather conditions. Sports field maintenance, landscaping and/or equipment maintenance experience a plus.

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NOW HIRING Senior1Care

We are looking for Compassionate & reliable individuals to provide non-medical caregiving services to adults in the local area. If you are dedicated, hard-working and have a genuine desire to work in an environment where you will be helping others improve their quality of life, visit us and learn about: • Top Pay, including overtime & BONUS • Great full time and part time hours • Reliable, flexible & steady work

• FREE CNA Training • Fun working environment • Growing Company

Empathy is more important than experience, as full training is provided. Visit our Facebook Pages to learn more about our family’s story and why we started our local business 10 years ago. Call today and set-up an interview at 317-652-6175 or stop by our Carmel office. EOE

MSD WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP TEACHER RECRUITMENT FAIR Elementary: March 6, 2017 Secondary: March 7, 2017 5:00-7:00 p.m. 8550 Woodfield Crossing Blvd. Indianapolis, IN 46240

WHY MSDWT?

International Baccalaureate o Teaching at all grade levels! Competitive Salary o $41,000 beginning teacher salary & full benefit package! To RSVP and for questions: mmartin@msdwt.k12.in.us

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Background or Not in dance! Join the team at Fred Astaire Dance Studio Carmel, Indiana. We will train you in all aspects of the ballroom dance business. Why Fred Astaire? We offer a great environment, guaranteed starting salary, great training and opportunities to travel and compete. Need we say more? Call Dan at 317-846-3237

We are looking to HIRE YOU If you have a compassionate heart and a nurturing soul, Clarity Care is interested in hiring you. We provide non-medical, adult in-home care. We offer: • Flexible schedule - full and part time • Competitive pay - $10-$15 per hour • Night bonus/referral bonus • Employee retirement plan • Custom match care giver to client 317-774-0074 option 5 Apply@claritycaregivers.com

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GreenCycle of Indiana is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Delivery Driver at the Noblesville, IN location. The Delivery Driver will need to be customer service oriented. The Driver will need to have a clean driving record, pass a drug screen & CDL physical, & be able to drive a single-axle truck. A chauffer’s license is preferred. The Driver will also be required to maintain appearance of the vehicle inside and out, as well as, help out in the mulch yard when not on deliveries. We are seeking a self-motivated individual who is looking to be a team player and able to bring new ideas to the table. We are very focused on providing the best customer service to our customers. This position is a part time/seasonal position. Hours range from 36 – 55 hours, depending on the time of year. Saturdays are required March – September. GreenCycle of Indiana EOE. Please visit www.greencycle.com to learn more about our company. Resumes may be brought to: Applications may be picked up at:

Now Hiring: Janitorial Staff!

We are seeking a self-motivated individual who is looking to be a team player and able to bring new ideas to the table. We are very focused on providing the best customer service to our customers. This position is a part time/seasonal position. Hours range from 36 – 55 hours, depending on the time of year. Saturdays are required March – September. GreenCycle of Indiana EOE. Please visit www.greencycle.com to learn more about our company. Resumes may be brought to: Applications may be picked up at:

No phone calls please.

AT THE CARMEL VFW MON-FRI FROM 10:00 TO 2:00 Please call Karen at 317-846-0917 TO SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW

The Office Assistant will handle customer transactions, schedule deliveries, answer customer questions, and provide excellent customer service. This position can progress with more duties and responsibilities as the new hire becomes familiar with the computer program.

2695 Cicero Rd. Noblesville, IN 46060

NOW HIRING PART-TIME COOK

GreenCycle of Indiana is looking for a qualified candidate to fill the position of Office Assistant at the Noblesville, IN location.

PRIME 47 Carmel IS NOW HIRING All Positions. We are growing and Prime 47 is looking for the very best Servers, Bussers, Line Cooks, Host Staff If you want to be part of a growing team of professionals please apply between 1 and 4 M- FR at Clay Terrace Mall next to Dicks sporting goods EOE

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Clean Team Inc. has 20 openings throughout the Carmel area. Competitive pay and Flexible Schedules. Apply today at WWW.CLEANTEAMCLEAN.COM

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