2015 Hamilton County, Indiana Community Guide

Hamilton County COMPLIMENTARY

WELCOME TO

PROFILES OF 8 GREAT TOWNS, JUST NORTH OF INDIANAPOLIS

COMMUNITY GUIDE

GRAND PARK

A NATIONAL SPORTS DESTINATION

INSIDE:

ATTRACTIONS • SHOPPING • SCHOOLS DINING • LODGING • GALLERIES TRAILS • MAPS • AND MORE!

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Grand Park, the largest sports cam pus of its kind in the country

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City of Westfield

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WELCOME I N D I A N A 8 GREAT TOWNS

Welcome to Hamilton County Located just north of Indianapolis, Hamilton County is home to eight great towns. Among them you will find the flair of a big city, suburban amenities and a small town atmosphere. This vibrant county is one of the fastest growing in the nation and the fastest in Indiana. Affordable living, quality schools and a healthy business environment attract new residents and companies. But it is the familyfriendly, leisure time activities that truly make Hamilton County special.

In fact, Hamilton County was recently ranked “America’s Best Place to Raise a Family” by Forbes Magazine. We are the third most popular tourist destination in Indiana, offering attractions, cultural and arts events, specialty shopping, family sports and Indianapolis just minutes away.

County Information Hamilton County Offices One Hamilton County Square, Noblesville (317) 776-9600 www.co.hamilton.in.us Hamilton County Tourism www.visithamiltoncounty.com

While you will certainly Hamilton County Economic Development Corp. find national brands of all www.investhamiltoncounty.com kinds here, what makes a community unique is its locally owned and operated establishments. They are well-represented in this Community Guide and we invite you to seek them out. They will provide the unique experience that makes Hamilton County a special place. They make this magazine possible and we appreciate their contributions. You will appreciate their hospitality.

Come on over and meet the neighbors. Welcome to Hamilton County!

HAMILTON COUNTY BY THE NUMBERS 2013 population............................................................... 296,693 Estimated median household income ................................. $84,449 Bachelor’s Degree or higher.............................................. 54.8% Source: Source: Invest Hamilton County

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WELCOME TO HAMILTON COUNTY Profiles of 8 Great Towns Published by the Hamilton County Media Group P.O. Box 502 Noblesville, Indiana 46061 317-774-7747

HamiltonCountyBusiness.com in association with

CONTENTS 3...........................................................................Welcome 5............................................................................. Carmel 10........................................................................... Fishers 11.......................................................................... Navient 12................................................................Launch Fishers 13......................................................................Noblesville 18........................................................................ Westfield 19..................................................................... Grand Park 20...............................................................Arcadia, Atlanta 21............................................................................ Cicero 22........................................................ Community Theaters 23.........................................................................Sheridan 24............................................................................Homes 25............................................................... School Districts 26.................................................................... County Map 30...................................................................... Attractions 32............................................................................ Dining 36.......................................................................... Lodging 38..........................................................................Services 40.................................................................. Organizations 42........................................................................ Shopping 43........................................................... Mr. Muffin’s Trains 44................................................................ Urban Farming 45..............................................................Farmers Markets 46.......................................................... The Kincaid House 47............................................................................... Golf 48......................................................................... Festivals 50......................................................... Trails, Roundabouts 51......................................................................... Galleries 4

Hamilton County Tourism 37 East Main St. Carmel, IN 46032 317-848-3181

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CARMEL I N D I A N A 8 GREAT TOWNS

Carmel’s Unique Style Carmel’s devotion to the arts is apparent throughout the community but the Arts & Design District takes center stage. The District surrounds the intersection of Main Street and Range Line Road and features galleries, interior design showcases, boutiques and special events. The nearby Center for the Performing Arts is the home of The Palladium concert hall (see page 8). The venue also includes the Studio Theater, The Tarkington theater and The Michael Feinstein Great American Songbook initiative.

Carmel also provides many opportunities for outdoor recreation and active lifestyles. Monon Community Center and Waterpark at Central Park and Cool Creek Park and Nature Center are family favorites. Carmel Access Bikeway is a 100-mile bike safe network of six separate routes to encourage biking for recreation and commuting. Coxhall Gardens is a 125-acre park with a recreation lake, tulip garden, two 90 foot carillon bell towers and a children’s garden.

Whether listening to the symphony inside a plush concert hall or hiking through a crunchy park trail in the fall, Carmel provides the sounds of a vibrant community.

CARMEL BY THE NUMBERS 2013 Population..........................................................85,927 Median Age ................................................................39.2 Median HH Income .....................................................$106,121 Bachelor’s Degree or higher.........................................68.1% Median Housing Value.................................................$297,300 Source: Invest Hamilton County

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THE ARTS & DESIGN DISTRICT — GREAT SHOPS IN HAMILTON COUNTY —

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Old Town on the Monon Christian Science Reading Room The Olive Mill Computer Troubleshooters

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Mr. Muffins Trains

2ND ST. NE 4TH AVE. NE

The Museum of Miniature Houses

N. RANGE LINE RD.

Indiana Design Center

Hours: 11am-4pm Wed-Sat • 1pm-4pm Sun 317-575-9466 • MuseumofMiniatures.org

111 East Main St., Carmel

Admission: $5 (10 & older) $3 (under 10) 4TH ST. SE 5TH ST. SE

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W. CARMEL DR.

E. CARMEL DR.

146 W. Carmel Drive Carmel, IN 46032 Call 317.569.1999 www.mrmuffinstrains.org

An Artful Stroll Within Carmel’s unique Arts & Design District you will find remarkable artwork both outdoors on the sidewalks and inside the variety of galleries.

You may do a double-take when you walk past one of the many life-sized sculptures throughout the district. Created by artist J. Seward Johnson Jr., the “Man on the Street” series consists of moments of time captured in bronze. A girl pedals her bike for the first time as her father lets go where the Monon Trail crosses Main Street.

A street musician plays violin in front of Carmel Music Center, an elderly woman carries her shopping bags in front of Joe’s Butcher Shop and Fish Market.

There are more than a dozen Man on the Street sculptures throughout the District.

Visitors strolling through the Carmel Arts & Design District on every second Saturday of the month are given a special welcome by the eight art galleries. The Second Saturday Gallery Walk, sponsored by IU Health North Hospital, showcases artwork and special features all evening long. The galleries are clustered within walking distance of each other but each gallery offers unique original art including paintings, photography, art glass, sculpture and much more. The Carmel Arts & Design District Gallery Association presents the work of local, regional, national, and international artists. For more information on the Second Saturday Gallery Walk each month, visit www.carmelartsanddesign.com

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The Palladium at the Center for The Performing Arts Located on the corner of City Center Drive and 3rd Avenue SW, this four year old concert hall is patterned after a sixteenth century Italian villa designed by the renaissance architect Andrea Palladio. Clad in Indiana limestone, the exterior has no backside…all four walls are facades. Inside, the space is a traditional shoebox concert hall, designed specifically for musical performance and finely tuned for acoustics. The Palladium has 1600 seats. Four levels of boxes built into the walls are reminiscent of traditional European venues. The hardwoods, plaster and heavy drapes are all part of the acoustic design and the glass canopy above the stage is adjustable to suit different types of performance. Treat yourself to a Palladium concert and take home a musical memory.

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Midtown You will notice many new buildings in downtown Carmel, the result of hundreds of millions of dollars of public and private investment over the past few years. And the building continues. Between the Arts & Design District and Carmel City Center on both sides of the Monon Trail is about a half mile of space called Midtown. Over the next few years you will see new development in the Midtown District featuring mixed use buildings with retail, residential and office space. Come back often…there’s always something new to see in Carmel.

Come in, Taste, Be Inspired!

The Olive Mill in Carmel Artisan Olive Oils & Balsamic Vinegars

At the corner of Rangeline & Main in the Arts & Design District

10 S. Rangeline Rd., Carmel, IN 46032 317.574.9200

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FISHERS I N D I A N A 8 GREAT TOWNS

Fishers Provides Family Fun with Historic Flair Just a few years ago, Fishers was a sleepy railroad crossing with a few thousand people. Today it is one of Indiana’s most desirable family communities and is transforming that railroad crossing into a thriving downtown. New construction around the Municipal Center on 116th Street is drawing people to the Nickel Plate District with housing, offices and retail businesses. A Farmers Market, concerts at the amphitheater, and the historic Nickel Plate Railroad all beckon people to the city center.

Another of Fishers’ special outdoor attractions is Conner Prairie Interactive History Park, Indiana’s only Smithsonian affiliate. The history of Fishers settlers comes alive here with costumed interpreters, kids’ activities, special events and the 1859 Balloon Voyage helium balloon ride! The schools of Fishers are recognized for being some of the strongest in the state. In addition, the enriching activities, kid-friendly events and unique attractions are the special amenities that draw families to Fishers.

FISHERS BY THE NUMBERS 2013 Population .......................................................... 83,891 Median Age ...................................................................... 33.2 Median HH Income ..................................................... $90,437 Bachelor’s Degree or higher............................................ 59.7% Median Housing Value............................................... $209,700 Source: Invest Hamilton County

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Navient

Fishers’ largest employer services student loans worldwide

Excerpt from a story in the August/September 2014 edition of the Hamilton County Business Magazine.

By Deb Buehler

Fishers landmark got a new look last year. The sprawling complex off Interstate 69 known for years as Sallie Mae has a new name and the company has a sharpened focus.

For more than 40 years, Sallie Mae helped students and their families navigate the corridors of financial aid for higher education. In 2013, the company split, separating consumer banking from loan management, loan servicing and asset recovery.

Sallie Mae kept the banking business, while loan management became the responsibility of a new company, Navient. The goal is to let both specialize and grow in their areas of expertise.

Navient services nearly $300 billion in student loans to 12 million customers, the vast majority of whom are federal loan recipients. The Fishers office plays an important role in helping students from around the world repay their loans.

“In Fishers we have more than 1400 employees,” said Jon Kroehler, senior vice president of human resources. “…The Fishers facility is also home to well over 300 IT personnel who work for Navient on contract from other firms.”

The Fishers location is ideal for Navient, says Kroehler, because the region offers a talented pool of professionals with a variety of backgrounds and education levels.

What’s with the name?

The name Navient was chosen to reflect the company mission of helping people navigate a path to financial success. The logo includes a stylized ladder, meant to signify Navient’s goal of helping people climb to a more successful financial future.

Sallie Mae evolved as a nickname for the company’s original title, The Student Loan Marketing Association (SLMA) but was eventually adopted as its official name.

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Kindling the Entrepreneurial Flame Excerpt from a story in the April/May 2015 edition of the Hamilton County Business Magazine.

By Deb Buehler Photos by Mark Lee

fter traversing coffee shops and bakeries for business meetings, entrepreneur John Wechsler knows what it takes to do the work of creating a startup. Visiting accelerator settings and co-working situations in other parts of the U.S. inspired Wechsler to bring this trend home to Fishers.

Collaborating with community leaders, Wechsler developed Launch Fishers to provide the opportunity for entrepreneurs working to start and build high-potential enterprises. From tech startups to health information, life sciences, biotech to consumer products and agri-tech, Launch Fishers has exceeded initial expectations and grown to include 438 members.

Launching innovation Located for three years in the lower level of the Fishers Public Library, Launch Fishers recently expanded to a space three times larger in a technology park on a street called Visionary Way. Ball State University, based in Muncie, is signing on as a partner in an effort to give students real-world startup experience while giving Launch Fishers and its members access to the university’s resources.

For a $500 annual membership, startups gain access to shared work space that includes a large common area, chairs, tables, desks and meeting rooms. Extra charges beyond the annual membership cover the cost of shared assets such as mail service and printing.

“Members are fostering a culture of collaboration,” Wechsler explained. “There is a lot of collaboration; software developers find a designer to work with or a resource for having their website built. There are bright people here with great attitudes.”

Wechsler said Launch Fishers is really an organic instrument for economic development in Hamilton County. It is a strong entrepreneurial community that Fishers Mayor Scott Fadness sees as an important infrastructural investment. Launch Fishers is enabling commerce and having a significant economic impact. For example, in 2014, investors committed $4.2 million to Launch Fishers companies.

“We’ve created an environment where entrepreneurship and innovation can flourish,” Wechsler said. “There is a lot of buzz and energy around the whole experience of our members. And we are improving their chances for success.

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NOBLESVILLE I N D I A N A 8 GREAT TOWNS

A Downtown Destination A stroll around the Noblesville downtown square is like taking a trip back in time to main street days of a past era. The centerpiece of the square is the historic county courthouse, built in 1879 in Second Empire style and renovated in the 90’s. Around the Courthouse Square are unique shops featuring antiques, a clock shop, a fine art gallery, children’s book store, a gift store, a jewelry store, a pottery studio and more. Downtown also features a variety of restaurants and a local micro-brewery.

Just a few steps away from downtown, a trail leads to some of Noblesville’s other historic attractions. To be enjoyed either on foot or on a bike, the 3.5 mile White River Greenway Trail is a winding pathway that follows the White River. It tours through Forest Park, a special park that offers an aquatic center, mini-golf, a carousel and the Indiana Transportation Museum. The trail then leads to the 1871 Potter’s Bridge, the only remaining covered bridge in Hamilton County, and surrounding park. In Noblesville, history comes alive with a modern twist and inviting places.

NOBLESVILLE BY THE NUMBERS 2013 Population............................................................ 56,540 Median Age....................................................................... 33.0 Median HH Income...................................................... $66,644 Bachelor’s Degree or higher............................................ 47.2% Median Housing Value............................................... $168,500 Source: Invest Hamilton County

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A Corner Cottage Books • Toys • Crafts • Puzzles Story Time: check website for times

The Wild Bookstore 884 Logan Street • 773-0920 Tues-Sat 10-6 • gotothewild.com

895 Conner Street Noblesville, IN 317-770-7577

• Vintage & Antiques • Furniture & Accessories • Costume Jewelry • Gourmet Foods • Fashion • All Home Décor Mon-Sat 10am-5pm Sun 1pm-5pm

www.shopacornercottage.com

Paint-Your-Own Pottery & Mosaic Studio A fun and creative place for you to enjoy Time with Family and Friends

• Walk-ins • Parties • Classes

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Logan Village Mall A wonderful shopping experience with over 40 unique shops under one roof.

Something for everyone! Vintage, Repurposed, Old Fashioned General Store, Shabby Chic, Boutique, Handcrafted Items, Chalk Paint 977 Logan Street • Noblesville, IN 46060 (317) 776-9999 • Mon-Sat 10-6 • Sun 12-5

www.loganvillagemall.com

On the Square • Noblesville, Indiana Breakfast • Lunch • Bakery A warm inviting cafe where you can gather with friends and make a few new ones.

MON-FRI 7AM-3PM • SAT-SUN 8AM-2PM (317) 770-3322 • 68 N. 9th St. Noblesville

THOUSANDS OF ANTIQUES

Three floors of antiques, primitives & collectibles 20 North 9th St. Mon-Sat 10-6 Noblesville, IN Sun 12-5 317-773-5095

New Dealers Welcome

Check our website for weekly updates on events and more: NoblesvilleMainStreet.org 317.776.0205 @NoblesvilleMainStreet @Mainstrt

Platinum Living Fine Art Gallery Royo, Villanova, Domenech, Misti Pavlov, Ilona Kustan Conveniently located in downtown Noblesville

960 Logan St., Noblesville 317.776.8701 • www.platinumlivingllc.com

• Great food made from scratch

• Serving lunch and dinner daily

Dr. Brad Dahlager, D.C. 953 Maple Avenue Noblesville (317) 214-7218 www.noblesvillefamilychiropractic.com

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• Carry-out growlers • 6-packs of craft beer available EVERY day

A Hamilton County Brewery and Restaurant Since 1999

Award Winning Craft Beer

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A Destination Restaurant featuring American & New Orlean’s Style Cuisine

LIVE MUSIC WEEKENDS TUES-SAT 5–9 SUNDAY BRUNCH 10-2 MON CLOSED On/Off Premise Catering Private Dining Room/Meeting Space Available Chef Owned & Operated

101 N. 10TH ST., NOBLESVILLE, IN 46060

(317) 313-5647

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317-776-1355

Just across the Logan St. Bridge Steve and Lori Schwartz - 776-0129

The Best Live Theatre in Hamilton County!

2015-2016 SEASON THE BUTLER DID IT Sept 18-Oct 4

CHEAPER BY THE DOZEN April 1-17

A CHRISTMAS CAROL Nov 20-Dec 6

LITTLE WOMEN June 3-19

RED VELVET CAKE WARS ALADDIN (Apprentice Players) July 29-Aug 7 Feb 12-21

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Summer Events NOBLESVILLE CULTUR AL ARTS COMMISSION

SUMMER BAND CONCERTS IN THE PARK

Sunday, July 12 - Lapel Community Band Sunday, July 19 - Barton Rogers Big Band Sunday, July 26 - Indianapolis Symphonic Band Sunday, August 2 - Swing Shift Indy Jazz Orchestra Sunday, August 9 - New Horizons Concert Band Sunday, August 16 - Indianapolis Municipal Band Sunday, August 23 - Blue Door Jazz Combo Concerts at 6:30 pm in Seminary Park 10th and Hannibal Streets, Noblesville FREE ADMISSION BLACK AND GOLD MARCHING BAND COMPETITION

Friday, July 31, 7:00 – 11:00 pm Hare Chevrolet Field, 300 North 17th Street, Noblesville ADMISSION $6 SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK

“Twelfth Night” July 23, 24, 25, 30, 31, August 1 Pre-show at 7:30 pm, Performance at 8:30 pm Seminary Park, 10th and Hannibal Streets, Noblesville FREE ADMISSION ART FAIR ON THE SQUARE

Saturday, August 1, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, rain or shine Downtown Noblesville, Historic Courthouse Square

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The Historic Courthouse

The centerpiece of downtown Noblesville is the historic courthouse, built in 1879 in Second Empire style. This architecture style originated in France during the mid-1800s. When the courthouse was built, Second Empire style was just becoming popular in the United States. The courthouse features a mansard roof, a clock tower, and arched windows and doorways. The Hamilton County Courthouse was included on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978 and underwent a restoration in the 1990s. For more information about the historic courthouse and a virtual tour of the building visit www.courts.in.gov.

Adjacent to the courthouse is the Hamilton County Sheriff ’s Residence and Jail, built in 1876. The old Noblesville Jail is the home of the Hamilton County Museum of History today. Visitors can see historic items, restored Victorian rooms, jail cells and a research library at the museum. The museum is usually open Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 10am–4pm.

We’re Helping More Than Ever

The Noblesville Preservation Alliance organized some 29 years ago to protect Noblesville’s historic homes. And now, we’re working beyond our city limits to advance the cause. Last year, we were proud to help Fishers save and move the historic Kincaid House.

Although our roots are in Noblesville, our hearts are in preservation, and we will continue to look across the county for opportunities to help save our architectural heritage. If you are interested in creative approaches to development that respect our past, we invite you to join us.

2015 HISTORIC HOME TOUR Saturday September 19, 10-5 See website for details

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Promoting the preservation of historic homes, neighborhoods and resources to enhance the quality of life in Noblesville.

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Twelve Houses of Christmas Most Endangered List Neighborhood Picnic Residential Façade Grants

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Denzel Hufford Garden Award Preservation Awards Restoration Videos Century Plaques

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Clocks Candles Motion Clocks Exhibits, performances, special events and other great creative experiences abound for art lovers, artists and students through Nickel Plate Arts.

Created by Hamilton County Tourism, Nickel Plate Arts supports, promotes and provides outstanding arts experiences in Hamilton County. Nickel Plate Arts follows the historic Nickel Plate railroad line through Hamilton County including the communities of Fishers, Noblesville, Cicero, Arcadia, Atlanta and Tipton. Each community offers special arts programs and events.

The Nickel Plate Arts main campus is located at 107 S. 8th Street in downtown Noblesville. The campus includes two historic houses: the Judge Stone House, a brick house built in 1849, and the Stephenson House, built in the early 1900’s.

The houses are next door to each other and connected via an outdoor brick patio. The Judge Stone House has a gallery for invitational shows and exhibits.

The Stephenson House has classroom space for local artists to teach classes.

Both have studio space for local artists to create and display their work. The public is welcome to tour the Noblesville campus and view and purchase art on Thursdays and Fridays from Noon–5pm and Saturdays from 10am–5pm. Nickel Plate Arts is also open the first Friday of every month from 5–8pm.

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First Friday: Upstairs Downtown Farmers Market opens (now thru 10/17) Thursday Market opens (now thru 9/17) First Friday: Bed Race, Polk Street Festival June 6 Old Mill Festival June 19 Music and All That Jazz July 11 Street Dance July 31 Back-to-School Bash Aug. 7 First Friday: Music and All That Jazz Aug. 21 Music and All That Jazz Sept. 4 First Friday: Music and All That Jazz Sept. 12 White River Celebration / Duck Race Sept. 17 Chocolate Trail Sept. 19 Old Mill Festival Oct. 2 First Friday: Fall Fest, Soup Cook-off, CanStruction Oct. 24 Beards and Brews Nov. 6 First Friday Nov. 26 Turkey Trot Nov. 27 Tree Lighting / Ice Sculptures Dec. 4 First Friday Dec. 5 Holiday Market For more information on these events, go to:

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WESTFIELD I N D I A N A 8 GREAT TOWNS

The Best of Both Worlds Old meets new in Westfield, where historic attractions and activities are unforgettable and the upcoming new developments will be spectacular. The Westfield-Washington Historical Society preserves Westfield’s rich history as a part of the Underground Railroad. It is believed that eight historic Westfield houses were active “stations” on the Underground Railroad in the 1820s and 1830s. Events such as the Railroad Ghost Walk feature ghost stories from this era with other characters from Westfield’s haunted past.

While Grand Park (in the northern part of the city) draws families for sporting events from all over the nation, downtown is starting to take shape as well. A new micro-brewery, new restaurants and shops, and a brand new apartment complex are all part of the vision called Grand Junction. Designed around the intersection of the new US 31 (currently under construction) and the Midland Trace Trail built on the railbed of the old Midland Railroad, Grand Junction will energize downtown Westfield with its walkable scale, connections to the rest of the city and its multi-use buildings.

Completion is years away and Westfield is committed to building its future with an eye on its historical past.

WESTFIELD BY THE NUMBERS 2013 Population............................................................ 33,382 Median Age....................................................................... 33.7 Median HH Income ..................................................... $87,435 Bachelor’s Degree or higher............................................ 56.6% Median Housing Value............................................... $217,400 Source: Invest Hamilton County

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The Family Sports Capital Grand Park is Westfield’s national stage

Excerpt from a story in the February/March 2014 edition of the Hamilton County Business Magazine.

By Shari Held

ith 26 baseball diamonds and 31 multi-use fields, Westfield’s 400-acre Grand Park Sports Campus takes the City of Westfield one giant leap forward to making good on its claim to be the Family Sports Capital of America. Thousands of soccer matches and baseball games are scheduled annually and a planned indoor facility will extend the complex’s season to year-round.

While the opening of the facility is an accomplishment in itself, the big home run will be Grand Park’s impact on the city’s economic development.

“Grand Park will create an appropriate environment for our industry to expand,” Mayor Andy Cook says. “And that industry is hospitality—hotels, restaurants, shopping and entertainment.”

Westfield residents are onboard and ready to make the most of the opportunity. “They’re not only excited about the sports park, they’re excited about the recognition Westfield will receive nationwide,” Cook says.

Looking ahead, Cook predicts Grand Park will be influential in bringing additional industries to Westfield such as sports medicine, sports research and other sports-oriented businesses.

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Hamilton County’s Art Town Atlanta Celebrates!

For two days each ATLANTA September, as it has for the past 40 years, the town of Atlanta, Indiana, celebrates with 80,000 visitors!

One of the state’s most popular festivals, The Atlanta New Earth Festival is held on the fourth weekend each September. Over 600 juried fine artists, crafters, antique vendors and food vendors gather in downtown Atlanta all weekend long. The gas boom and the Nickel Plate railroad played significant roles in Atlanta’s history. Today, this very small town recalls its history as the largest community in the county back in the late 1800s-early 1900s. Historic structures and architecture live on in Atlanta.

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A small town art community makes its home in Arcadia. The Arcadia Arts and Heritage Center is ARCADIA housed in the old 1869 railroad depot and displays the town’s history in artifacts and authentic “Arcadia Glass.” The Arcadia Arts Initiative provides classes and learning opportunities in a variety of art forms including spinning, weaving, painting, wood crafting and even musical performance. Musicians perform regularly at the rustic Hedgehog Music Showcase. Visitors enjoy live music performances including country, jazz, big band, swing, bluegrass, and pop on weekend evenings in a non-alcohol and non-smoking environment. Artists and musicians have found a home in Arcadia, where creativity abounds.

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HAMILTON NORTH BY THE NUMBERS CICERO 2013 Population...............................................4,922 Median Age........................................................39.8 ARCADIA 2013 Population...............................................1,697 Median Age........................................................36.0 ATLANTA 2013 Population..................................................744 Median Age........................................................36.1

Source: Invest Hamilton County

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Hamilton County’s Lake Community A small town in Hamilton County offers big amenities, near the water or back in time.

Cicero is a lake community located on the north end of Morse Reservoir. Over 600 homes in Cicero are on the water and have water views or access. Paddlers also head to Strawtown Koteewi Park, just east of Cicero. This 750-acre park offers a canoe launch into the White River, fishing, nature trails, horse trails and a brand new archery range.

Strawtown was the original Native American settlement in Hamilton County and the park is a historical adventure. Archaeologists have discovered artifacts on the site such as arrowheads and pottery. Researchers believe that early people lived on the site from 1200-1400 AD. And the Lafayette Trace, one of the first trails through the American wilderness, went right through here. The small town of Cicero

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Taking Center Stage Community Theaters showcase local talent

Excerpt from a story in the October/November 2014 edition of the Hamilton County Business Magazine.

By Patricia Griffin Mangan

here’s a lot of drama in Hamilton County. Comedy too. The county prides itself in its native talent. Though amateurs may not be Bogart and Bacall, some do make it to the big screen. Here’s a look at three of our thriving local live theaters.

The Belfry The Belfry Theatre is home of the Hamilton County Theatre Guild, founded in 1965. It is the longest running theatre company in Hamilton County. The continued success of the Belfry Theatre, now entering its 51st season is directly related to its actors, audiences, patrons, season ticket holders and sponsors who have supported each production. There is plenty of laughter, tears, suspense, and cheers for all as the guild continues to produce a wide variety of shows.

In addition to the regular season, the Belfry is proud of its tradition of promoting the performing arts to our youth in an effort to encourage and nurture future generations of thespians with Apprentice Players productions.

Carmel Community Players Carmel Community Players is located in Clay Terrace Shopping Mall. The location provides good visibility among shoppers in the area in addition to seating a huge audience.

CCP produces 5 shows per season. President Larry Montag said “It is a big commitment to direct a show and act as a cast member when they are not paid for their efforts.” He and his wife Beth love attending various community theaters and they feel the theater is a way to give back to the community. Beth took acting lessons and has appeared in small parts in the Belfry, Carmel Community Theater and Westfield Playhouse.

“Two of our lead singers, Scott and Jen Martin, met previously in theater, shared the same love of theater and got married” said Montag. He retired five years ago but uses the business practices he learned during a career with General Motors to help lead the theater.

Westfield Playhouse John Sampson is dedicated to the Westfield Playhouse, the home of Main Street Productions. A retired Kraft Foods buyer, he now works practically full time to put on eight productions each season.

Employing ads, postcards, fliers, posters and word of mouth, Sampson and his team recruit anywhere from six to fifty actors for each production. “In the past six years, we have had thirty-six productions” said Sampson.

The theater, a converted church along State Road 32, is actually in Eagletown. It recently underwent a facelift, with new siding, a wheelchair ramp and, eventually, restrooms. The Westfield Playhouse is a work in progress, yet the public does not mind purchasing soda and water from a cooler or buying candy from a table.

Paying the Bills Budgets are tight in most amateur theaters. They depend on ticket sales, grants, donations, fundraisers, etc. to cover expenses such as lighting, choreography, costumes, furniture, advertising and printing programs.

Though no one is making a living from these community theaters, most agree that their real passion is in performing. After working day jobs as attorneys, librarians, accountants and students, they come here to exercise their creative talent. In community theater, actors gladly give their time and money. In a sense, they are like kids dressing up for Halloween; but instead of candy, they derive joy from the audience laughing, smiling, crying, feeling and applauding their performances.

To learn about upcoming performances at these three community theaters, visit their websites: www.thebelfrytheatre.com www.carmelplayers.org www.westfieldplayhouse.org

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Small Town-Big Sound Sheridan’s small town environment celebrates a historical site and the best of the fall season. The Boxley Cabin was home to one of Indiana’s first abolitionists in 1828. Today, the Sheridan Historical Society offers tours to share this part of Indiana history. The cabin is located on Pioneer Hill in Veteran’s Park.

SHERIDAN BY THE NUMBERS 2013 Population...............................................2,864 Median Age........................................................33.8 Source: Invest Hamilton County

Folklore tells us that George Boxley played mandolin in that cabin, and in July, Sheridan celebrates its musical heritage with Sheridan Bluegrass Fever. The weekend celebration July 10-11 features a different bluegrass band every hour.

Details at sheridanbluegrassfever.net.

Sheridan has long been a farming community and recently an enterprising couple opened a “farm winery.” John and Deb Miller turned their passion into a business at Blackhawk Winery, open daily during the summer.

Sheridan is also home to Stuckey Farm Orchard and Cider Mill. Visitors can pick 27 different varieties of apples from 4,000 trees, visit the pumpkin patch and enjoy a wagon ride. Autumn in Sheridan is a favorite time with seasonal activities for everyone.

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A Great Place to Live!

For more than a decade, Hamilton County has been the fastest growing county in Indiana and one of the fastest growing in the nation. Why? It’s a great place to live!

Terrific schools, well-maintained roads and trails, and a variety of housing options make Hamilton County appealing to a wide range of people. No matter your life stage, you can find a home here at a price you can afford.

Thousands of apartments have been built throughout the county in the past few years to serve a growing rental population. And for those seeking the American dream of home ownership, this is the place to be. Whether starting out or moving up, an empty nester or a retiree, all will find a home in a style and price range of their choosing.

The subdivision remains the housing lifestyle of choice for most families and new developments are springing up all over the county. For those who prefer a more urban environment within the security and convenience of a suburb, each community is developing its urban amenities to appeal to you.

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School Districts To attract families, a community has to have top notch schools. We believe in education. Hamilton County has six public school districts and all are above average measured on virtually any academic metric.

Each has its unique traits, and you can learn more from their websites.

A number of high quality private schools serve families who prefer a parochial education.

Hamilton County School District Websites Carmel Clay Schools www.ccs.k12.in.us Hamilton Heights Schools Arcadia www.hhsc.k12.in.us Hamilton Southeastern Schools Fishers www.hse.k12.in.us Noblesville Schools www.noblesvilleschools.org Sheridan Community Schools www.scs.k12.in.us

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Ivy Tech Although Hamilton County’s adult population is highly educated (more than 50% have a college degree), until recently there was no college campus in the county. That changed last year, when Ivy Tech opened a new campus in Noblesville, its 32nd statewide.

The state’s community college system is renovating a building that formerly housed both Noblesville High School and Noblesville Middle School. This year’s classes start in August with a few thousand students expected. The eventual capacity will be nearly 10,000, opening many new higher education opportunities for county residents.

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DEMING RD...............................................................Pg 26: D5 DESHANE AVE................................................... Pg 29: C4, D4 DEVANEY RD...............................................Pg 26: B6, C6, D6 DITCH RD.........................................Pg 26: B2, Pg 28: E2, H2 DUNBAR RD........................................... Pg 26: B4, Pg 28: A4 DURBIN RD........................................... Pg 29: A5, B5, C5, D5 EAGLE CREEK .........................................................Pg 28: E1 EAGLETOWN RD................................... Pg 26: C2, Pg 28: D2 EDITH AVE.................................................................Pg 29: B2 EDMONDSON RD......................................................Pg 27: A1 ELLER RD..................................................................Pg 28: G6 ERNEST RD...............................................................Pg 27: B1 ESSIG AVE................................................................Pg 27: D4 FALL RD.................................... Pg 27: A3, C3, Pg 29: G3, H3 FISHERBURG AVE............................................. Pg 29: C6, D3 FLIPPINS RD...................................................... Pg 28: A4, C4 FLORIDA RD.......................................... Pg 27: C6, Pg 29: G6 FREEMONT RD.........................................................Pg 28: B2 GEIST RD...................................................................Pg 29: H4 GEORGIA RD............................................................Pg 29: H5 GIFFORD AVE...........................................................Pg 28: A5 GRASSY BRANCH RD..............................................Pg 28: C5 GRAY RD......................................................Pg 28: D5, F5, H5 GREENFIELD AVE....................................................Pg 29: D2 GREYHOUND PASS..................................................Pg 28: E4 GUILFORD RD...........................................................Pg 28: G4 GWINN RD.................................................................Pg 27: C1 HAGUE RD.................................................. Pg 29: C1, G1, H1 HARTLEY RD............................................................Pg 27: A5 HAZEL DELL RD................................................ Pg 28: E6, G6 HENRY GUNN RD.............................................. Pg 27: B6, C6 HILL RD.............................................................. Pg 27: A3, B3 HINKLE RD................................................................Pg 28: B5 HINSLEY RD..............................................................Pg 26: C1 HOOSIER RD......................................................Pg 29: G3, H3 HOOVER RD..............................................................Pg 28: G2 HORTON RD.....................................Pg 26: A3, B3, Pg 28: B3 HOWE RD.................................................................. Pg 29: F3

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PROMISE RD.......................................................Pg 29: C3, F3 RANGELINE RD........................................................ Pg 28: F4 RAY PARKER RD............................................... Pg 27: B5, C5 RIVER AVE ...............................................................Pg 29: E1 RIVER RD.........................................Pg 28: G6, Pg 29: F1, G1 RIVERWOOD AVE.....................................................Pg 29: B3 ROHRER RD.............................................................. Pg 28: F4 RUTGERS RD............................................................Pg 29: B5 SALEM RD.......................................................... Pg 26: B5, C5 SCHERER AVE..........................................................Pg 27: C1 SCHULLEY RD....................................... Pg 27: C1, Pg 29: A1 SEMINOLE RD...........................................................Pg 28: D6 SETTERS RD.............................................................Pg 28: E5 SHADY NOOK RD.....................................................Pg 28: C5 SHELBOURNE RD............................................. Pg 28: E1, H1 SHERIDAN AVE....................Pg 26: D2, Pg 28: C6, Pg 29: C1 SIX POINTS RD................... Pg 26: B3, D3, Pg 28: A3, B3, F3 SMOKEY ROW RD.................................................... Pg 28: F3 SPRING MILL RD................................... Pg 26: D3, Pg 28: A3 SPRINGMILL RD...................................Pg 28: C3, D3, E3, G3 STARTSMAN RD.......................................................Pg 27: B3 STRAWTOWN AVE................................. Pg 27: D6, Pg 29: A6 SUMMER RD.............................................................Pg 29: C4 TOLLGATE RD..........................................................Pg 27: D1 TOMLINSON RD................................................. Pg 28: B4, C4 TOWNE RD.............................................Pg 28: D2, E2, F2, H2 UNION CHAPEL RD........................................... Pg 29: D3, E3 VICTORY CHAPEL RD.................................Pg 29: A4, B4, C4 WALNUT GROVE RD................................................Pg 27: B4 WEST RD.................................................Pg 26: D1, Pg 28: F1 WESTFIELD BLVD....................................................Pg 28: H4 WESTFIELD BLVD (UNION ST)................................Pg 28: D4 WHEELER RD...........................................................Pg 28: D4 WHETSON RD...........................................................Pg 27: A1 WHISTLER RD...........................................................Pg 27: A2 WINDERMERE BLVD............................. Pg 29: H3, Pg 29: H3

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Attractions ACTORS THEATRE OF INDIANA

CARMEL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

HEDGEHOG MUSIC SHOWCASE

ATLANTA MUSIC HALL

CARMELFEST

HISTORIC AMBASSADOR HOUSE & HERITAGE GARDENS, INC.

1 Center Green Carmel (317) 843-3800 (Ticket Center) www.actorstheatreofindiana.org

135 West Main Street Atlanta (765) 292-2312 www.theatlantamusichall.com ATLANTA NEW EARTH FESTIVAL

105 East Main Street Atlanta (765) 292-2626 www.atlantaindiana.com BEN & ARI’S

760 3rd Avenue S.W., #102 Carmel (317) 844-9717 www.carmelsymphony.org

One Civic Square Carmel (317) 571-2464 www.carmelfest.net CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

One Center Green Carmel (317) 844-9717 www.thecenterpresents.org

101 West Main Street Arcadia (317) 984-3560 www.hedgehogmusicshowcase.com

10595 Eller Road Fishers (317) 845-4265 www.ambassadorhouse.org INDIANA DESIGN CENTER

200 South Rangeline Road Carmel (317) 218-2687 www.indianadesigncenter.com

CONNER PRAIRIE INTERACTIVE HISTORY PARK

INDIANA TRANSPORTATION MUSEUM

28153 Ditch Road Sheridan (317) 771-2814 www.blackhawkwinery.com

FISHERS RENAISSANCE FAIRE

INDIANAPOLIS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

BOOTH TARKINGTON CIVIC THEATRE

GRAND PARK SPORTS COMPLEX

13875 Trade Center Drive Fishers (317) 770-5294 www.benandari.com BLACKHAWK WINERY AND VINEYARD

3 Center Green, Suite 200 Carmel (317) 923-4597 www.civictheatre.org BREWSLINE

(317) 661-1334 www.brewsline.com BUNDY DECOY CO.

16506 Strawtown Avenue Noblesville (765) 734-1148 www.bundyducks.com CARMEL CITY CENTER

770 3rd Avenue S.W. Carmel (317) 705-7982 www.carmelcitycenter.com CARMEL INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL

770 3rd Avenue S.W. Carmel (317) 573-9602 www.carmelartsfestival.org

13400 Allisonville Road Fishers (317) 776-6006 www.connerprairie.org

Saxony Development Fishers www.fishersrenfaire.com

711 E. 191st Street Westfield (317) 804-3103 www.grandpark.org

GREGORY HANCOCK DANCE THEATRE

329 Gradle Drive Carmel (317) 844-2660 www.gregoryhancockdancetheatre.org HARMONY WINERY

7350 Village Square Lane, Suite 200 Fishers (317) 585-9463 www.harmonywinery.com

825 Park Drive Noblesville (317) 773-6000 www.itm.org

32 East Washington Street, Suite 600 Indianapolis (317) 639-4300 www.indianapolissymphony.org JUMP N PLAY LLC

1710 Pleasant Street Noblesville (317) 219-5370 www.jumpnplaynoblesville.com KILN CREATIONS

60 North 9th Street Noblesville (317) 774-8982 www.kilncreations.net KLIPSCH MUSIC CENTER

12880 East 146th Street Noblesville (317) 776-8181 www.livenation.com

KOTEEWI RANGE: SPORT & TARGET ARCHERY CENTER

11900 Koteewi Drive Noblesville (317) 770-4400 www.koteewiarchery.com LASER FLASH

617 Third Avenue S.W. Carmel (317) 571-1677 www.laser-flash.com

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MONON COMMUNITY CENTER 1235 Central Park Dr. East Carmel (317) 848-7275 CarmelClayParks.com

Escape into recreation at the Monon Community Center! Offering fitness and nature activities, this 146,000 sq. ft. facility has something for everyone. Amenities include a Fitness Center, Indoor Aquatics, Gymnasium, Track, KidZone (childcare), program rooms and The Waterpark. The facility also offers breathtaking views and accessibility to nature trails and hosts hundreds of recreation, fitness, and nature programs for all ages, abilities, skill levels, and interests.

MORSE BEACH AQUA ADVENTURE PARK

19777 Morse Park Lane Noblesville (317) 770-4403 www.edgeadventureparks.com MR. MUFFIN’S TRAINS

POSEIDON EXPERIENCE

THE WAREHOUSE

SHERIDAN BLUEGRASS FEVER

UNSEENPRESS.COM

9402 Uptown Drive, #800 Indianapolis (317) 288-5242 www.poseidonexperience.com

1st & Main Street Sheridan www.SheridanBlueGrassFever.net

7177 East 161st Street Noblesville (317) 776-1560 www.spencerberryfarm.com ST. GEORGE FESTIVAL

10748 East 116th Street Fishers (317) 845-7755 www.stgindy.org STONYCREEK FARM NURSERY & LANDSCAPING

11366 SR 38 East Noblesville (317) 773-3344 www.stonycreekfarm.net STRAWTOWN POTTERY

MUSEUM OF MINIATURE HOUSES & OTHER COLLECTIONS

TABBY TREE WEAVER

12738 Strawtown Avenue Noblesville (317) 984-5080

107 East Main Street Arcadia (317) 984-5475 www.tabbytreeweaver.com THE BELFRY THEATRE

NICKEL PLATE ARTS CAMPUS

107 South 8th Street Noblesville (317) 452-3690 www.nickelplatearts.org

OKTOBERFEST AT SAXONY

10690 Greenfield Avenue Noblesville (317) 773-1085 www.thebelfrytheatre.com THE STUDIO THEATER AT THE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

PO Box 930 Fishers (317) 595-3195 www.fishersfreedomfestival.org

4 Center Green Carmel (317) 844-9717 www.thecenterpresents.org

PINHEADS

THE TARKINGTON AT THE CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS

13825 Britton Park Road Fishers (317) 773-9988 www.bowlatpinheads.com

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PO Box 687 Westfield (317) 840-6456 www.unseenpress.com

SPENCER FARM

146 W. Carmel Drive Carmel (317) 569-1999 www.mrmuffinstrains.org

111 East Main Street Carmel (317) 575-9466 www.museumofminiatures.org

254 1st Avenue S.W. Carmel (317) 661-1760 www.liveforthemusic.com

3 Center Green Carmel (317) 844-9717 www.thecenterpresents.org

WAFFORD THEATER

1744 S. 10th Street Noblesville (317) 214-0950 waffordtheater.com A 30 seat theater with comfortable seating featuring classic movies and modern releases at affordable prices. The $3 charge supports Noblesville’s Free Movies in the Park series. See website for schedule.

THE WATERPARK AT THE MONON COMMUNITY CENTER 1195 Central Park Dr. West Carmel (317) 848-7275 CarmelClayParks.com

The Waterpark is your place to escape this summer! Come surf the waves on the FlowRider®, scale the wall of the AquaClimb®, and enjoy your own private cabana in style. Other amenities include two adventure slides, a plunge slide, lazy river, kiddie pool and tot slide, lap pool, and activity pool.

WESTFIELD PLAYHOUSE

1836 State Road 32 West Westfield (317) 896-2707 www.westfieldplayhouse.org WHITE RIVER CANOE COMPANY

17180 River Avenue Noblesville (317) 867-4233 www.whiterivercanoe.com

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Dining ABUELO’S

BAZBEAUX PIZZA

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ALEXANDER’S ON THE SQUARE

BIG HOFFA’S SMOKEHOUSE BAR-B-QUE

BUB’S BURGERS & ICE CREAM

ALEXANDER’S ON THE WATER

BRIXX PIZZA

COPPER STILL KITCHEN & BAR

BARLEY ISLAND BREWING COMPANY

BUB’S CAFE

COURTNEY’S KITCHEN

14480 Lowes Way Carmel (317) 815-8175 www.abuelos.com

864 Logan Street Noblesville (317) 773-9177 www.alexandersicecream.com

369 West Jackson Street Cicero (317) 984-8173 www.alexandersicecream.com

639 Conner Street Noblesville (317) 770-5280 www.barleyisland.com

111 W. Main Street Carmel (317) 848-4488 www.bazbeaux.com

800 East Main Street Westfield (317) 867-0077 www.bighoffas.com

8594 E. 116th Street, #70 Fishers (317) 849-2749 www.brixxpizza.com

220 2nd Street S.W. Carmel (317) 844-2822 www.bubscafe.com

9770 North By Northeast Boulevard Fishers (317) 915-7427 www.bubbas33.com

210 West Main Street Carmel (317) 706-2827 www.bubsburgersandicecream.com

917 Connor Street Noblesville (317) 214-7376 www.copperstillkb.com

654 Logan Street Noblesville (317) 773-2234 www.courtneykitchen.com

eatery fresh honest food

• Locally Owned • Socially Responsible • Family-Friendly • Creating Original Dishes Open 7 days a week 11am-3am with a full bar 8235 E. 116th St. Fishers Town Commons 317.288.0285 pureeatery.com

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DIVVY

GIGI’S CUPCAKES

GRAND JUNCTION BREWING CO.

DOOLEY O’TOOLE’S

GIGI’S CUPCAKES

GRANITE CITY FOOD AND BREWERY

GINGER’S CAFE

HAMILTON RESTAURANT

71 West City Center Drive Carmel (317) 706-0000 www.divvycarmel.com

160 East Carmel Drive Carmel (317) 843-9900 EGGSHELL BISTRO

51 West City Center Drive Carmel (317) 660-1616 www.eggshellbistro.com

8981 East 116th Street Fishers (317) 577-2253 www.gigiscupcakesusa.com/fishersindiana

110 South Union Street Westfield (317) 804-5168 www.grandjunctionbrewing.com

2454 East 146th Street Carmel (317) 663-8553 www.gigiscupcakesusa.com/westfieldindiana

1804 Conner Street Noblesville (317) 773-0303 www.gingerscafe.net

150 West 96th Street Carmel (317) 218-7185 www.gcfb.net/location/carmel

933 Conner Street Noblesville (317) 770-4545

ERIKA’S PLACE CICERO

40 W. Jackson Street Cicero (317) 984-9303

ERIKA’S PLACE WESTFIELD

102 S. Union Street Westfield (317) 804-7001

FAMOUS DAVES BBQ

13455 Tegler Drive Noblesville (317) 773-1700 www.famousdaves.com

award winning wine and gourmet cuisine over 600 sommelier managed wines house made pastry chef desserts local independent ownership

prime steaks fresh seafood

private dining for 15-150

317.598.8863 petersonsrestaurant.com 7690 E 96th Fishers IN Enjoy a complimentary slice of our famous Sugar Cream Pie (Indiana’s State pie) with entrée purchase! ̶ use order code HAMILTONPIE15

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HANDEL’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM & YOGURT - CARMEL

2466 East 146th Street Carmel (317) 705-1855 www.handelsicecream.com/indy

HANDEL’S HOMEMADE ICE CREAM & YOGURT - FISHERS

8760 East 116th Street Fishers (317) 585-8065 www.handelsicecream.com/indy HARRY & IZZY’S

4050 East 82nd Street Indianapolis (317) 915-8045 www.harryandizzys.com HUBBARD & CRAVENS

703 Veteran’s Way Carmel (317) 805-1888 www.hubbardandcravens.com J. GUMBOS

8395 E. 116th Street Fishers (317) 915-8230 www.jgumbos.com

LAZY FROGG

NOBLE COFFEE & TEA COMPANY LTD.

MATT THE MILLER’S TAVERN

PETERSON’S RESTAURANT

409 West Jackson Street Cicero (317) 843-9100 www.lazyfrogg.com

11 West City Center Drive Carmel (317) 805-1860 www.mtmtavern.com

933 Logan Street Noblesville (317) 773-0339 www.noblecoffeeandtea.net

7690 East 96th Street Fishers (317) 598-8863 www.petersonsrestaurant.com

MATTEO’S RISTORANTE ITALIANO

40 North 9th Street Noblesville (317) 774-9771 www.matteosindy.com

MELLOW MUSHROOM PIZZA BAKERS

FUN : ART : MUSIC Voted one of Indy’s top 25 restaurants, 9 years running in Indianapolis Monthly.

LUNCH

MON-FRI 11-2

DINNER

MON-FRI 5-10:30 SAT 3-10:30 SUN 3-9 • PARTY ROOM • FULL CATERING MENU • GIFT CERTIFICATES

40 N. 9TH STREET

(on the Square in Noblesville)

RESERVATIONS 317-774-9771

www.matteosindy.com

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2340 East 116th Street Carmel (317) 846-2400 www.mellowmushroom.com

MITCHELL’S FISH MARKET - CLAY TERRACE

14311 Clay Terrace Boulevard, Suite 100 Carmel (317) 848-3474 www.mitchellsfishmarket.com

Cajun Creole Entrees

DINE IN OR TO GO! From Family to Groups

MUDBUGS CAJUN CAFE

20 West Main Street Carmel (317) 843-8380 www.mudbugscajuncafe.com MULDOON’S

111 West Main Street, #100 Carmel (317) 571-1116 www.muldoons.net NICKEL PLATE BAR & GRILL

8654 East 116th Street Fishers (317) 841-2888 www.nickelplatebarandgrill.com

Hours: Mon.-Sat. 11am-9:30pm Sun. 12pm-8pm Fishers Town Center 8395 E. 116th St., Fishers, IN 46038 317-915-8230

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ROCKSTONE PIZZA PUB

11501 Allisonville Road Fishers (317) 288-9761 www.rockstonepizzapub.com ROSIE’S PLACE

68 North 9th Street Noblesville (317) 770-3322 www./rosiesplace.net SAHM’S RESTAURANT AND BAR

11505 Allisonville Road Fishers (317) 842-1577 www.sahms.com PURE EATERY

8235 E. 116th Street Fishers (317) 288-0285 www.pureeatery.com

SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE

3316 East 86th Street Indianapolis (317) 580-1280 www.sullivanssteakhouse.com

RAIL EPICUREAN MARKET

211 Park Street Westfield (317) 450-4981 www.railepicureanmarket.com

SUNRISE CAFE @UPTOWN

REDEMPTION ALEWERKS

SUNRISE CAFÉ FISHERS

7095 E. 96th Street Indianapolis (317) 348-3330 www.redemptionalewerks.com

809 East Connor Street Noblesville (317) 214-7553

9676 E. 116th Street Fishers (317) 214-7553

SWEET ROOS FROZEN YOGURT

98 N. 10th Street Noblesville (317) 219-7862 www.sweetroos.com

TED’S MONTANA GRILL

14490 Clay Terrace Boulevard, #100A Carmel (317) 569-8300 www.tedsmontanagrill.com THE LOCAL EATERY & PUB

A Hamilton County Brewery and Restaurant Since 1999 • Great food made from scratch • Serving lunch and dinner daily • Carry-out growlers • 6-packs of craft beer available EVERY day Hours: 11am - 1am Mon-Sat 12pm - 12am Sun 639 Conner Street (SR 32) (1 block west of the Square) Noblesville, IN 46060 317.770.5280 www.barleyisland.com

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14655 N.Gray Road Westfield (317) 218-3786 www.localeateryandpub.com THE ORIGINAL PANCAKE HOUSE

14631 North Gray Road Westfield (317) 804-9162 www.ophindy.com

THE PINT ROOM

110 West Main Street, Suite 100 Carmel (317) 571-8400 www.pintroomcarmel.com THE RAM

127500 Parkside Drive Fishers (317) 596-0079 www.theram.com THE VILLE RESTAURANT

101 North 10th Street Noblesville (317) 774-5301 www.dineattheville.com

TINA’S TRADITIONAL OLD ENGLISH KITCHEN

30 North Rangeline Road Carmel (317) 565-9716 www.tinastraditional.com

WOODYS LIBRARY RESTAURANT

40 East Main Street Carmel (317) 573-4444 www.woodyscarmel.com

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Lodging AMERICINN HOTEL & SUITES

9780 North by N.E. Boulevard Indianapolis (317) 578-9000 www.americinn.com

Old Towne Carmel Bed & Breakfast

COMFORT SUITES - FISHERS INDIANAPOLIS NORTHEAST 9760 Crosspoint Boulevard Indianapolis (317) 578-1200 www.choicehotels.com

65 Room all-suite property with microwave and refrigerator in every room, complimentary hot breakfast.

FAIRFIELD INN & SUITES NOBLESVILLE 17960 Foundation Drive Noblesville (317) 776-9900 www.marriott.com

59 newly renovated rooms and suites, indoor pool and whirlpool, 24 hour fitness center and complimentary hot breakfast.

BAYMONT INN & SUITES 9790 North by N.E. Boulevard Fishers, IN 46037 (317) 578-2000 www.baymontinns.com

• Pet Friendly • Complimentary HOT Breakfast • Outdoor Heated Pool

CAMBRIA SUITES

13500 Tegler Drive Noblesville (317) 773-4970 www.cambriasuites.com

HAMPTON INN CARMEL

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT NOBLESVILLE 17863 Foundation Drive Noblesville (317) 770-7800 www.marriott.com/indin

Noblesville’s newest hotel! Onsite Bistro open for breakfast and dinner, 24 hour fitness center and indoor pool and whirlpool.

12197 North Meridian Street Carmel (317) 843-1100 www.hamptoncarmel.com

HILTON GARDEN INN INDIANAPOLIS CARMEL

13090 Pennsylvania Street Carmel (317) 581-9400 www.hiltongardeninn.com

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13805 Allisonville Road Fishers (317) 663-8728 www.prairieguesthouse.com Hey Realtors, have clients in from out of town? We specialize in a professional service Just like you.

HILTON GARDEN INN INDIANAPOLIS NE FISHERS

9785 North by N.E. Boulevard Fishers (317) 577-5900 www.indianapolisnortheastfishers.gardeninn.com

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES CARMEL

OLD TOWNE CARMEL BED & BREAKFAST

521 First Avenue N.W. Carmel (317) 566-9696 www.carmelbandb.com

RENAISSANCE INDIANAPOLIS NORTH HOTEL

9797 North Michigan Road Carmel (317) 661-3540 www.hiexpress.com

11925 North Meridian Street Carmel (317) 816-0777 www.renaissanceindianapolis.com

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS CARMEL- NORTH INDIANAPOLIS

RESIDENCE INN BY MARRIOTT FISHERS

15131 Thatcher Lane Carmel (317) 575-0000 www.ihg.com

9791 North by N.E. Boulevard Fishers (317) 558-4100 www.hiexpress.com

SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT FISHERS

9698 Hague Road Indianapolis (317) 841-0416 www.springhillsuites.com

STAYBRIDGE SUITES INDIANAPOLIS CARMEL

10675 North Pennsylvania Street Indianapolis (317) 582-1500 www.staybridge.com

9765 Crosspoint Boulevard Indianapolis (317) 842-1111 www.residenceinn.com

SUPER 8 - NOBLESVILLE SPRINGHILL SUITES BY MARRIOTT CARMEL

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS FISHERS

Sycamore Knoll

11855 North Meridian Street Carmel (317) 846-1800 www.marriott.com

17070 Dragonfly LN. Noblesville (317) 776-7088 www.super8.com

The best value in Noblesville, pool, complimentary breakfast, free high speed internet access.

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Services This growing community is attracting the best services in virtually every area. From caterers to photographers to airports to limos, we’ve got it here and what’s not available in Hamilton County is almost certainly available nearby in Indianapolis. Church services are offered for dozens of denominations throughout the county. Refer to the yellow pages or online for a comprehensive list.

A CUT ABOVE CATERING

12955 Old Meridian Street, #104 Carmel (317) 575-9514 www.acutabovecatering.com

CHATEAU BIJOU SALON & SPA

FORMAN INVESTMENT SERVICES

CHRISTIAN SCIENCE READING ROOM

HAPPY DOG HOTEL & SPA

802 Mulberry Street, D1 Noblesville (317) 770-0007 www.chateaubijou.net

21 W. Main Street Carmel (317) 848-6076

CLOUD PRODUCTIONS, LTD

THE BRIDGEWATER CLUB 3535 E. 161st St., Carmel, IN 46033 (317) 399-2475 www.thebridgewaterclub.com Private meeting and banquet rooms available for rental to the public.

Let us plan your next Corporate Outing, Special Event, Wedding Reception or Fundraiser!

BROWNING DAY MULLINS DIERDORF

625 North Illinois Street Indianapolis (317) 635-5030 www.bdmd.com

CARMEL CYCLERY BICYCLE SHOP

230 West Carmel Drive Carmel (317) 575-8588 www.carmelcyclery.com

PO Box 586 Findlay (419) 436-1457 www.cloudshows.biz

COMPUTER TROUBLESHOOTERS

316 S. Range Line Road Carmel (317) 867-0900 www.ctcarmel.com DANIELASTYLE LLC

533 Pebble Drive Fortville 317-670-2181 www.danielastyle.com EPYK REALTY

amber@epykrealty.com (317) 652-7711 www.epykrealty.com ERIN HESSION PHOTOGRAPHY

CATHEDRAL HIGH SCHOOL

5225 E. 56th Street Indianapolis (317) 542-1484 www.gocathedral.com

13295 Illinois Street, #208 Carmel (317) 409-1801 www.erinhessionphotography.com FC TUCKER-JONI CORBETT

CENTURY 21-RASMUSSEN

732 S. Range Line Road Carmel (317) 844-6306 www.century21ras.com

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1119 Keystone Way Carmel (317) 985-6443 www.talktotucker.com/joni.corbett

11650 Lantern Road, #116 Fishers (877) 378-0767 www.formanis.com

233 2nd Avenue SW Carmel (317) 580-5050 www.happydoghotelandspa.com HEAVENLY HANDS BODY MASSAGE & WELLNESS CENTER

2935 E.96th Street, Suite 209 Indianapolis (317) 716-5958 www.heavenlyhandsone.abmp.com HOLY TRINITY GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH

3500 West 106th Street Carmel (317) 733-0303 www.indygreekfest.org

INDIANAPOLIS EXECUTIVE AIRPORT

11329 East State Road 32 Zionsville (317) 769-4487 www.indyexecairport.com KIRK REALTY GROUP

8977 Technology Drive, #D Fishers (317) 842-4191 www.kirkrealtygroup.com MARINA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP

11691 Fall Creek Road Indianapolis (317) 845-0270 www.marinalimited.com

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MONTGOMERY AVIATION

SMALL POTATOES

TLW ENTERTAINMENT, INC.

MORSE LAKE VACATION HOME

THE PALOMINO BALLROOM

WYANT PHOTOGRAPHY

NOBLESVILLE FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

TIM’S SHOOTING ACADEMY

ZECK’S BARBEQUE AND MORE

11329 East State Road 32 Zionsville (317) 769-4487 www.montgomeryaviation.net

1740 Nantucket Drive Cicero (317) 374-5481 www.morselakevacationhomes.com

953 Maple Avenue Noblesville (317) 214-7218 www.noblesvilefamilychiropractic.com

7119 Wigeon Drive Fishers (317) 515-7414 www.smallpotatoesindy.com

481 South Co. Road, 1200 East Zionsville (317) 769-4180 www.palominoballroom.com

17777 Commerce Drive Westfield (317) 399-7918 www.timsshootingacademy.com

1980 East 116th Street Carmel (317) 818-1859 www.tlwentertainment.com

240 East Main Street Carmel (317) 663-4798 www.wyantphoto.com

519 North 17th Street Noblesville (317) 774-1955 www.zecksbbq.com

OLD TOWN ON THE MONON LOFT APARTMENTS

111 W. Main Street Carmel (317) 574-7368 www.oldtownonthemonon.com PETERSON ARCHITECTURE

298 South 10th Street, Suite 500 Noblesville (317) 770-9714 www.petersonarchitecture.com RIVEREDGE PROFESSIONAL CENTER

River Drive Noblesville 317) 289-7662 www.riveredgeprofessionalcenter.com SCHWARTZ BAIT & TACKLE

118 Cicero Road Noblesville (317) 776-0129 www.schwartzbaitandtackle.com

dedicated service...quality planning...thoughtful advice.

Individuals & Families

Business Owners

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Family Wealth Management Wealth Transfer & Trusts Portfolio Management Charitable Giving Retirement Planning & 401(k) Rollovers College Planning Insurance Planning

Exit Planning/Succession Planning Corporate Retirement Plans Investment Banking Coordinate Professional Team Executive Benefits

SHERIDAN AIRPORT

27045 Jerkwater Road Sheridan (317) 758-4161 www.sheridanairport.com

We offer the personal service you deserve, with a team of dedicated professionals.

11650 Lantern Road, Suite 116, Fishers, IN 46038 1-877-378-0767 www.formanis.com Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC.

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Organizations If you’re looking for the heart of a community, check out its non-profit organizations. Hamilton County is blessed with an army of people who volunteer their time to make this such a great place to live. Below are some of the organizations that work hard to build our cities and towns. From Chambers of Commerce to historical societies to arts organizations to festival committees, they are out working for the betterment of our communities and we appreciate their efforts.

ARCADIA ARTS & HERITAGE DEPOT

107 West South Street Arcadia (317) 946-6792 www.arcadiadepot.org

ARCADIA MAY FESTIVAL ASSOCIATION

P.O. Box 67 Arcadia

CARMEL ARTS & DESIGN OFFICE CITY OF CARMEL

30 West Main Street, Suite 220 Carmel (317) 571-2790 www.carmelartsanddesign.com

CITY OF CARMEL

FISHERS PARKS & RECREATION

CITY OF FISHERS

GREAT AMERICAN SONGBOOK FOUNDATION

One Civic Square Carmel (317) 571-2400 www.carmel.in.gov

One Municipal Drive Fishers www.fishers.in.us

16 South 10th Street Noblesville (317) 776-6324 www.noblesville.in.us CITY OF WESTFIELD

2706 E. 171st Street Westfield (317) 896-5570 www.westfield.in.gov

CARMEL CLAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

CITY OF WESTFIELD PARKS & RECREATION

211 First Street S.W. Carmel (317) 846-7117 www.carmelclayhistory.org

2728 East 171st Street Westfield www.westfield.in.gov/parks

DELAWARE TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY CENTER

One South Rangeline Road Carmel www.carmelartsanddesign.com

9094 East 131st Street Fishers (317) 842-8595 www.delawaretownship.net

CARMEL INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL

DOWNTOWN WESTFIELD ASSOCIATION

CARMEL GALLERY ASSOCIATION

1207 Donnybrook Drive Carmel (317) 573-9602 www.carmelartsfestival.org CARMELFEST

One Civic Square Carmel (317) 571-2464 www.carmelfest.net CICERO DEPARTMENT OF PARKS & RECREATION

1050 South Pearl Street Cicero (317) 984-3475 www.ciceroin.org/parks-office.php

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1 Center Green Carmel (317) 844-9446 www.michaelfeinsteinfoundation.org

CITY OF NOBLESVILLE

PO Box 344 Carmel www.carmelartscouncil.org

CARMEL ARTS COUNCIL

11565 Brooks School Road Fishers (317) 595-3150 www.fishers.in.us/department

301 South Union Street Westfield (317) 508-6692 www.dwna.org

FISHERS ARTS COUNCIL

One Municipal Drive Fishers (317) 572-7871 www.fishersartscouncil.com FISHERS FREEDOM FESTIVAL, INC.

8591 East 116th Street Fishers (317) 595-3195 www.fishersfreedomfestival.org

HAMILTON COUNTY 4-H FAIRGROUNDS

2003 East Pleasant Street Noblesville (317) 776-0854 www.hamiltoncofairgrounds.com

HAMILTON COUNTY ARTISTS’ ASSOCIATION

195 South Fifth Street Noblesville (317) 776-2278 www.hcaa-in.org

HAMILTON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

PO Box 397 Noblesville (317) 770-0775 www.hamiltoncoinhs.org

HAMILTON COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION DEPT.

15513 South Union Street Carmel (317) 770-4400 www.myhamiltoncountyparks.com

HAMILTON NORTH CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

70 North Byron St./PO Box 466 Cicero (317) 984-4079 www.hamiltonnorthchamber.com HOLIDAY ON THE SQUARE

1 Civic Square Carmel (317) 571-2495

INDIANAPOLIS GREEK FESTIVAL

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church 3500 West 106th Street Carmel (317) 733-0303 www.indygreekfest.org

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LIGHTS OVER MORSE LAKE

Cicero (317) 919-4628 www.lightsovermorselake.com

SENIOR CITIZENS ORGANIZATION

TOWN OF CICERO

SHERIDAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

TOWN OF SHERIDAN

18336 Cumberland Road Noblesville (317) 773-6904 www.seniorcitizensorg.org

407 Main Street Sheridan (317) 758-1311 www.sheridanchamber.org

NOBLESVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 601 East Conner Street Noblesville (317) 773-0086 The Noblesville Chamber welcomes visitors to our city-the heart of Hamilton County! We have it all, from a quaint and historic square with shopping and restaurants to a multi-screen theater and major retail shopping on Noblesville’s east side. Check us out at www.noblesvillechamber.com

SHERIDAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY

308 South Main Street Sheridan (317) 758-5845 sheridanhistoricalsociety.net

THE HISTORIC AMBASSADOR HOUSE & HERITAGE GARDENS

10595 Eller Road Fishers (317) 845-4265 www.ambassadorhouse.org TOWN OF ARCADIA

NOBLESVILLE CULTURAL ARTS COMMISSION

PO Box 291 Noblesville (317) 506-1872 www.noblesvillearts.org

NOBLESVILLE MAIN STREET

PO Box 578 Arcadia (317) 984-3512

PO Box 560 Cicero (317) 984-7072 www.ciceroin.org

506 South Main Street Sheridan www.sheridan.org WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP PARKS

1549 East Greyhound Pass Carmel (317) 574-1074 http://washingtontownship-hc.us

WESTFIELD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

130 Penn Street Westfield (317) 804-3030 www.westfield-chamber.org

WESTFIELD WASHINGTON HISTORICAL SOCIETY

145 South Union Street Westfield (317) 804-5365 www.facebook.com/WestfieldHistory

TOWN OF ATLANTA

105 East Main Street Atlanta (765) 292-2626

839 Conner Street Noblesville (317) 776-0205 www.noblesvillemainstreet.org NOBLESVILLE PARKS & RECREATION DEPT. 701

Cicero Road Noblesville (317) 776-6350 www.cityofnoblesville.org/parks

NOBLESVILLE PRESERVATION ALLIANCE

PO Box 632 Noblesville (317) 773-4549 www.noblesvillepreservation.com ONEZONE

10305 Allisosnville Road, Suite B Fishers (317) 846-1049 www.onezonecommerce.com FISHERS RENAISSANCE FAIRE

Saxony Development - Exit 10, I69 Fishers www.fishersrenfaire.com SAXONY MANAGEMENT

13578 East 131 Street, Suite 200 Fishers (317) 770-1818 www.saxony-indiana.com

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Shopping A CORNER COTTAGE

895 Conner Street Noblesville (317) 770-7577 www.acornercottage.net

GALLERY 116

8597 East 116th Street Fishers (317) 577-9730 www.gallery116.com GARDEN THYME AT THE OLD SCHOOLHOUSE

ALWAYS IN STITCHES 1808 E. Conner St. Noblesville (317) 776-4227 www.alwaysinstitches1.com

Quality quilting fabrics, yarn, crossstitch, classes, gifts and wool. One of Indiana’s largest and best shops.

Machine sales, rentals, repair.

14520 SR 38 East Noblesville (317) 714-3273 www.pinkpeppercorn.com

NOBLESVILLE ANTIQUE MALL

HAMILTON TOWN CENTER

NOBLESVILLE CLOCK COMPANY

13901 Towne Center Boulevard, #1000 Noblesville (317) 770-5996 www.simon.com/mall/hamilton-town-center HERBAL ART, LLC

P.O. Box 820 Fishers (317) 418-8227 www.herbalartonline.com HOUSE OF Z

ANTIQUE EMPORIUM

620 I South Rangeline Road Carmel (317) 844-8351 AT HOME WITH US

982 Logan Street Noblesville (317) 776-4100 BATH JUNKIE

741 Hanover Place Carmel (317) 805-1850 www.bathjunkiecarmel.com CARMEL OLD TOWN ANTIQUE MALL

38 W. Main Street Carmel (317) 566-1908 www.carmeloldtownantiquemall.com CHOCOLATE FOR THE SPIRIT

301 East Carmel Drive, #A-700 Carmel (317) 518-8842 www.chocolateforthespirit.com CLAY TERRACE

14390 Clay Terrace Boulevard, #165 Carmel (317) 818-0725 www.clayterrace.com

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727 Hanover Place Carmel (317) 810-1329 www.houseofzade.com LINDEN TREE UNIQUE GIFTS

856 Logan Street Noblesville (317) 773-3238 www.lindentreegifts.com LISA’S PIE SHOP

5995 South US 31 Atlanta (317) 758-6944 www.lisaspies.com LOGAN VILLAGE MALL

977 Logan Street Noblesville (317) 776-9999 www.loganvillagemall.net MAIN STREET SHOPPES

800 East Main Street Westfield (317) 867-3327 www.mainstreetshoppes-antiques.com MY FATHER’S GARDEN

106 N. Union Street Westfield (317) 399-7999 www.myfathersgarden4health.com

20 N. 9th Street Noblesville (317) 773-5095

996 Conner Street Noblesville (317) 776-9270 www.noblesvilleclock.com OLD PICKET FENCE

894 Logan Street Noblesville (317) 774-1800 www.noblesvilleantiques.com SEVEN SISTERS FLORIST

289 South Peru Cicero (317) 984-1761 www.sevensistersflorist.com SMITH’S JEWELERS

98 N. 9th Street Noblesville (317) 773-3383 www.smithsonthesquare.com THE MEN’S WAREHOUSE

14139 Towne Center Road Noblesville (317) 773-6413 www.menswearhouse.com THE OLIVE MILL

10 S. Range Line Road Carmel (317) 574-9200 www.olivemillcarmel.com THE WILD BOOKSTORE

884 Logan Street Noblesville (317) 773-0920 www.gotothewild.com VINE & TABLE

313 East Carmel Drive Carmel (317) 817-9473 www.vineandtable.com

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Just One More Train Carmel’s Mr. Muffin’s Trains serves national clientele

Excerpt from a story in the February/March 2015 edition of the Hamilton County Business Magazine.

By Jeff Curts

Photos by Mark Lee

“One more train, one more train, all I really need is just one more train. People think it’s sad and it sounds pretty strange, but all I really need is just one more train.” - Song by James Coffey

hose lyrics typify local hobbyist Steve Nelson, aka Mr. Muffin. Nelson has spent a lifetime devoted to his favorite pastime…model trains and railroading. From his childhood days, he was fascinated by the constant movements, the engineering, and the back stories that each train represented.

Growing up in Indianapolis, Nelson began working at Ed Schock’s Toy & Hobby store in Broad Ripple Village on Indianapolis’ north side as a teenager and his love of model cars, trains, and airplanes was born. He stayed there off/on throughout his college years and enjoyed the hobbies and customers so much that he has been engaged in discussing and collecting model kits and model railroading items ever since.

Asked about the unique moniker, the affable Nelson recalls, “the Mr. Muffin name came about when I would tell stories about the Muffins, jokes and such…..then it evolved into a family nickname. When I got on eBay in 2000 to sell my models and HO trains, my son was helping me set up my account and told me I couldn’t use my name, so I asked him what my user name should be and he said Mr. Muffin’s Trains. I used that ID in several hobby forums and away it went.”

And lest one think that model train collecting is part of a bygone era, Nelson points out the hobby has experienced a rebirth in recent years with 2014 ranking as one of the industry’s best sales years.

Nelson says Mr. Muffin’s Trains does “ok” business wise, “some months better than others”, but one gets the impression that while the bottom line is important, there’s a bigger purpose in mind.

“Trains to kids today are similar to dinosaurs to kids from a prior generation,” he points out. “It’s an active hobby and appeals to a modern generation that likes to see things happen quickly. Parents and grandparents introduced their children and grandchildren to it, and the internet certainly has helped provide background information. It’s hands-on and teaches problem-solving skills at the same time.”

As Nelson’s passion and commitment to sharing his hobby increased, so did the need for additional space. He relocated to a new location at 146 W. Carmel Drive. Situated just off the Monon Trail, the building contains nearly 5400 square feet of space.

He regularly welcomes a core of visitors, sometimes numbering between 200-300, on Saturdays when the warehouse is open to the public and the trains run in all their glory. As much a part of the story is the vivid scenery, which is meticulously planned out by Nelson and his wife Liz, affectionately referred to as “Mrs. Muffin.” She actively participates in the business, often designing many of the layout scenes that accompany the trains.

Both also share a soft spot for community outreach, encouraging and inviting special needs students and school groups to the shop. The Nelsons have a vision to use Mr. Muffins as a pilot program to teach life skills to disadvantaged children. “If we could launch an initiative to work with perhaps 5-10 special needs kids, have them help in the shop, process our e-commerce orders, that would be a dream,” says Nelson softly but emphatically.

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Beyond Organic Local Urban Farming in Hamilton County

Excerpt from a story in the June/July 2015 edition of the Hamilton County Business Magazine.

By Karen Kennedy Photos by Mark Lee

itting a local Farmer’s Market on a Saturday morning is a favorite summer pastime. We can grab a latte, take the pup and kids and spend a few hours enjoying the sunshine, catching up with neighbors, and of course, picking up some produce. And as we cook our dinner that night with the tomatoes, lettuces and squash from the morning’s bounty, we feel good about buying “organic” and “local,” and supporting our area farmers.

firm called The Sustainable Life. “The traditional organic approach still allows for toxins in fertilization and pest control. So yes, even that $7.00 clamshell of ‘organic’ lettuce you bought at the whole foods market has toxins in it. That’s why you’ll hear about organic lettuce or sprouts being contaminated with E-Coli.”

So if we’re truly looking to buy wholesome, healthy food for our families, where do we shop?

But are we?

You can’t get any more fresh and locally sourced than that.”

We first need to define what “local” means. Was the produce grown within a five mile radius? A ten mile radius? A fifty mile radius? The truth of the matter is, at some farmer’s markets, the produce can come from miles away, or may be produce that the person selling it did not actually grow.

And just what exactly does “organic” mean? The USDA’s website classifies organic growing as foods “grown and processed according to federal guidelines addressing, among many factors, soil quality, animal raising practices, pest and weed control, and use of additives, relying on natural substances and physical, mechanical, or biologically based farming methods to the fullest extent possible.”

What does all this mean?

“It means that they are simply substituting natural toxins for synthetic toxins,” said Michael Ball, who together with girlfriend Heather Kenley runs a Noblesville-based farming co-op and land use consulting

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Baker, with the help of her husband Tom, runs a ten-acre farm called Gynnie Baker’s Acres. They recently bought a used 1800 square foot hoop house that will allow for year-round growing.

Throughout the year, they will produce a mind boggling array of produce, eating and selling what’s in season.

According to Ball, the answer is in our own backyards.

Ball has created a symbiotic network of consumers and growers who are committed to a “beyond organic,” sustainable way of growing food utilizing techniques that nature, not man, invented.

A Matter of Taste One of the other growers following in Ball’s footsteps through The Sustainable Life co-op is Noblesville farmer Gynnie Baker.

“The greatest challenge we face is consumer education,” said Baker. “It’s hard to get people to understand why what we’re doing is so different from what so many other people are doing. We’re actually growing food directly for the people who will be eating it and picking it exactly when they want to eat it. And we’re also trying to get people to grow at least a portion of their own food themselves, even if it’s just a couple of tomato plants.

How Can You Get Food This Fresh?

It’s easy. If you live in or near Noblesville (or are willing to drive there,) go to www. thesustainablelife.us and check out what’s available. Kenley updates the website regularly as growers report what’s available.

You can place your orders on the weekend and pick them up at the community gathering center at 8th and Walnut in Noblesville every Thursday. You can also buy shares in the spring and enjoy a weekly bounty of whatever is available year-round.

And as The Sustainable Life expands its network of growers and customers, they will also be reaching out to area Hamilton County restaurants that share their commitment to using truly locally grown food.

If you don’t live near enough to Noblesville to pick up produce there weekly, look for a community-supported agriculture (CSA) in your neighborhood or town.

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Farmers Markets CARMEL

FISHERS

NOBLESVILLE

Saturdays 8am to 11:30am Mid-May through September

Saturdays 8am to Noon end of May through the end of September

Saturdays, 8am to Noon Mid-May through October 17

5 Center Green, at the corner of City Center Drive and S.W. 3rd Street, in the shadow of the Center for the Performing Arts

Between City Hall and the Amphitheater in the Nickel Plate District

Riverview Overflow Parking Lot at the intersection of SR 32 and SR 19

Albout 40 high quality vendors offer fresh produce, live goods, bakery items, specialty products, meat and cheese and handcrafted gifts. The market is juried and showcases some of the best market vendors in Indiana.

Hamilton County’s oldest and largest market, about 80 vendors offer a wide array of locally grown produce, bedding plants, fresh-cut flowers, locally produced honey, handmade soaps, and fresh-baked goods.

Saturdays 8am to Noon 131st St. and Olio Road

Thursdays, 5pm to 8pm Early June to late September

The Saxony Market’s focus is on local vendors, farm-fresh produce and artisanal foods. Families enjoy a bounce house, corn hole and live music each Saturday, too! Pets are welcome.

A special Thursday evening produce market in Downtown Noblesville features fruit, veggies, flowers and other goods.

About 65 vendors each week participate in this market devoted to Indiana-grown or produced agricultural products. Find fresh fruits and vegetables, cheeses, meat, eggs and plants. Prepared foods are also available, such as jam, salsa, pastries and sandwiches. The only non-food items available are plants, including both annuals and perennials. The market also features cooking demonstrations, children’s activities, and live music. www.carmelfarmersmarket.com

www.onezonecommerce.com/farmers-market.html

www.saxony-indiana.com/market.html

www.noblesvillemainstreet.org

Downtown Noblesville, South Alley by Noblesville Visitor’s Center

www.noblesvillemainstreet.org

SHERIDAN

Wednesdays, 4pm to 7pm Through September 24 Biddle Park A variety of fresh fruits and vegetables.

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WESTFIELD CICERO

Saturdays, 8am to Noon, Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend Parking lot east of Cicero Market at 175 W. Jackson Street Up to 20 vendors with fresh home-grown fruits and vegetables, fresh baked bread, herbs, handcrafted items and more. www.cicerofarmersmarket.com

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Fridays, 5pm to 8pm June through August, except July 4th Ameriana Bank 3333 East SR 32 (Carey Road & 32) 40+ vendors offering fresh produce, bakery goods, handmade crafts and various local services. Pets are welcome.

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Preserving a Symbol of Fishers’ Past The Kincaid House

Excerpt from a story in the October/November 2014 edition of the Hamilton County Business Magazine.

By David Heighway, Hamilton County Historian

Community Effort

s you travel north on Interstate 69 through Fishers, you may notice a historic brick house on the right side of the road just south of Exit 205 (116th St.) It’s called the Kincaid House and here’s its story.

Early Railroad Days Although Fishers is a thriving suburb today, for most of its history it was a small farming community with little more than a train station and several railroads running through town.

Speculators Douglass McGuire, Ablemarle Cady, and Thomas A. Morris bought a large parcel of land from the government on January 1, 1836. They were important businessmen involved in many early central Indiana projects such as banks, insurance companies, canals and railroads. Maguire and Morris signed over their shares of the land to Cady in April of 1842 and he sold it to a railroad. It changed hands among several railroads over the next ten years, and in February of 1853, the railroad company sold the land to Peter Flanagan and his wife Nancy.

Flanagans and Kincaids This house was built by the Flanagans likely some time between 1853 and 1865, on a site about a half mile south of where it now sits, on the south side of 106th Sreet. It passed down through three generations of Flanagans.

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The Kincaid family purchased it about 1937 and three generations of the Kincaid family farmed this land, starting with Loma in the thirties. Loma started LE Kincaid & Sons Meat Market in Indianapolis, which is still in business. His sons, Don and Robert, bought the land from their dad and Robert lived in the house, which was the residence for Dinner Bell Farm #2. #1 was across Lantern Road and that house survives as well.

By June local preservationists got involved and managed to delay the demolition. A story in the local papers and social media posts revealed a strong desire in the community to save the building. Subsequent meetings led to an outpouring of support from influential organizations that culminated in moving the house .4 miles north to its current location. Special thanks go out to Hamilton County Tourism for stepping up with funding, Navient, which

Don’s sons, Randy and Dan, farmed the land but didn’t live in the house. It was rented as a residence in the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s, and once served as an antique shop. It had been unoccupied for at least 20 years. Donald Kincaid renovated the exterior in 2000.

In January 2014, land developer Thompson Thrift acquired the property with plans to build an office building there.

They approached the town in an effort to find a new home for the historic house.

After months of searching, the town announced they were unable to find a solution and plans were being finalized to demolish it.

donated the land on which it now sits, Indiana Landmarks, for helping spread the word, Thompson Thrift, which made the effort to save the building when it could have just demolished it, the City of Fishers, which granted zoning variances to expedite the process, and the Noblesville Preservation Alliance, which got the ball rolling.

A committee is exploring ideas on the best use of this unique historic building, which survives as an iconic symbol of Fishers’ past thanks to the coordinated and inspired efforts of local businesses, governments, non-profits and citizens.

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Tomorrow is Another Tee Time Come to Hamilton County and you will never run out of golf!

By Alan Hinds

amilton County golfers love our sport. We play a lot of golf and best of all we never run out of courses. You can’t drive through our county without spotting a flag stick nearby.

While you’re here check out VisitHamiltonCounty.com to review your golf options. Enjoy the benign charm of the ninehole Forest Park GG in Noblesville, built nearly 100 years ago or Carmel’s upscale Prairie View GC. We have a variety of golf courses in between that offer great fun and challenge.

Terrific courses just don’t happen; it’s by design. Architects such as Pete Dye, Jack Nicklaus, William Diddle, Dean Refram, Arthur Hills, Robert Trent Jones Jr., Gary and Ron Kern, William Newcomb and the legendary Tom Bendelow have all put their signatures on our county layouts.

You’ll find our courses highly rated in such publications as Golf Digest, Golf Magazine, Great Lakes Golf, and Golfweek.

Our area has become a destination point for golfers everywhere.

Courses like Noblesville’s scenic links style Purgatory GC, ranked among America’s top courses for women; Westfield’s Wood Wind GC; Fisher’s River Glen CC; Cicero’s Bear Slide GC; and Carmel’s Plum Creek GC and Prairie View GC are often packaged for a great golfing weekend.

Take advantage of our area’s golfing hospitality. Our visitor’s bureau describes it well; it is called Stay and Play…and so many folks do. Special rates for lodging and golf are provided and your tee times are automatically set up. Add the distinctive collegial accent of our pro shops and you know you have made the right tee time.

Our municipal courses offer challenging, well conditioned, golf at competitive rates. The City of Carmel renovated Brookshire GC and Noblesville’s city course is Fox Prairie GC, selected the site of the Indiana’s Tournament of Club Champions for the past 38 years.

You’re welcome to join us on the first tee for golf today…and tomorrow.

BEAR SLIDE GOLF COURSE

FOX PRAIRIE GOLF COURSE

PRAIRIE VIEW GOLF CLUB

THE BRIDGEWATER CLUB

BRICKYARD CROSSING GOLF COURSE

GOLF SCHOOL OF INDIANA

PURGATORY GOLF CLUB

THE FORT GOLF RESORT

HARBOUR TREES GOLF & BEACH CLUB

RIVER GLEN COUNTRY CLUB

WOOD WIND GOLF CLUB

BRIDGEWATER CLUB

SUNRISE GOLF CLUB

WOODLAND COUNTRY CLUB

FORT GOLF RESORT

PLUM CREEK GOLF CLUB

6770 East 231st Street Cicero (317) 984-3837 www.bearslide.com

4400 West 16th Street Indianapolis (317) 492-6572 www.brickyardcrossing.com 3535 East 161st Street Carmel (317) 399-2444 www.thebridgewaterclub.com 6002 North Post Road Indianapolis (317) 543-9597 www.thefortgolfcourse.com

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8465 East 196th Street Noblesville (317) 776-6357 www.foxprairie.com

6002 North Post Road Indianapolis (317) 750-4715 www.golfschoolofindiana.com

333 Regents Park Lane Noblesville (317) 877-3612 www.HarbourTrees.com 12401 Lynnwood Boulevard Carmel (317) 573-9900 www.plumcreekcc.com

7000 Longest Drive Carmel (317) 816-3100 www.prairieviewgc.com

12160 East 216th Street Noblesville (317) 776-4653 www.purgatorygolf.com 12010 Clubhouse Drive Fishers (317) 849-8274 www.riverglencc.com

9876 Westfield Boulevard Indianapolis (317) 574-0427

3535 East 161st Street Carmel (317) 399-2444 www.thebridgewaterclub.com 6002 North Post Road Indianapolis (317) 543-9597 www.thefortgolfcourse.com 2302 West 161st Street Westfield (317) 896-2474 www.woodwindgolf.com 100 Woodland Lane Carmel (317) 846-2588 www.woodlandcc.com

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Hamilton County Festivals As the weather warms up, the calendar fills with festivals and special events in every corner of Hamilton County. To find more events, check out “Things To Do” on the website www.visithamiltoncounty.com.

JUNE 1-30 Nickel Plate Arts Festival County-wide 6 towns, 1 month, a whole lotta art!

June marks Nickel Plate Arts’ annual, organized push to encourage people to explore the arts in their own backyards.

The organization’s month-long Nickel Plate Arts Festival celebrates artists and arts experiences in the six towns along the Nickel Plate Railroad: Fishers, Noblesville, Cicero, Arcadia, Atlanta and Tipton. For more information visit www.nickelplatearts.org JUNE 20 32nd Annual Cicero Triathlon Red Bridge Park, Cicero This USAT-sanctioned mini-sprint triathlon features a .2 mile swim across Morse Reservoir, a 9.5 mile bike ride through the country west of Cicero and a 3.1 mile run through the friendly neighborhoods of Cicero. www.hamiltonnorthchamber.com/ pages/CiceroTriathlon JUNE 21 Father’s Day Car Show Forest Park, Noblesville On Father’s Day every June Central Indiana Vintage Vehicles presents a huge vintage vehicle show.

JUNE 27 & 28 Fishers Freedom Festival Holland Park, Fishers Two days of family activities beginning with 5K Event on Saturday. Arts and Craft Vendors, Live Entertainment, Food Vendors, Business Tent, Children’s and Teen Area, Disc Dogs, Food and School Supply Drive, Parades and Fireworks. www.fishersfreedomfestival.org

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JULY 2-4 Lights over Morse Lake Festival Cicero, Community Park and Morse Lake Kids’ carnival, parade, live music, 3-on-3 basketball and cornhole tournaments, talent show, balloon glow, craft and food vendors, golf cart poker run and firework on Morse Lake. www.lightsovermorselake.com JULY 3 & 4 CarmelFest Civic Square, Carmel One of the Midwest’s largest festivals with a huge parade, 4 stages of entertainment, kidzone, fabulous food, market place and exhibits. www.carmelfest.net JULY 4 Glorious Fourth at Conner Prairie, Fishers Take a trip to the past and participate in authentic Fourth of July fun straight from the 1800s. www.connerprairie.org JULY 4 Noblesville Annual Parade and Fireworks Festival Downtown & Noblesville High School The parade will begin at 5pm on the corner of 16th and Harrison Streets. www.noblesvillefireworksfestival.com JULY 4 Sheridan Fourth of July Celebration Biddle Park and Downtown Parade starts at 10:30 on Main Street.

JULY 4 Westfield Rocks The 4th Asa Bales Park, Westfield Live music, merchant and food vendors, kids’ area, bicycle and motorcycle charity rides, car show and fireworks. www.westfieldrocksthe4th.com

JULY 10 & 11 Sheridan Bluegrass Fever Veterans Park Enjoy outdoor bluegrass talents with wall-to-wall banjos tickled by the fiddles and the sounds of pioneer America on the hillside lawns of Boxley Cabin. Bring your lawn chairs/blankets; food available for sale...relax and enjoy the summer skies with family and friends. www.sheridanbluegrassfever.net JULY 11 Noblesville Main Street Annual Street Dance Courthouse Square, Noblesville Live entertainment, dancing, food, and a Kid’s Zone. www.noblesvillemainstreet.org JULY 16-21 Hamilton County 4H Fair County Fairgrounds, Noblesville Animals, food, exhibits by 4-H members, fun for the entire family. Admission and parking are free.

JULY 18 The Art of Wine Carmel Arts & Design District Enjoy a summer evening experiencing vintages al fresco at Art of Wine, a can’tmiss event in the Carmel Arts & Design District. Features local and international wines, wine-related art, entertainment and special activities. The event is free to attend. Adults 21 years of age and older are invited to unlimited wine tastings from participating wineries for a $15 tasting fee. www.carmelartsanddesign.com

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JULY 23-AUGUST 1 Shakespeare in the Park Seminary Park, Noblesville This is the longest running Shakespearian outdoor event in Central Indiana.

With full costumes, direction, and sets, it is an NCAC experience everyone can enjoy. Shakespeare’s “Twelfth Night" will be presented over two weekends, July 23-25 and July 30-August 1, 2015, and, as always, is FREE to attend. www.noblesvillearts.org AUGUST 1 Art Fair on the Square Courthouse Square Noblesville Enjoy charming Historic Downtown Noblesville with juried artists, all painting mediums, sculpture, pottery, jewelry, more. Art experience for children. Food available. www.noblesvillearts.org AUGUST 7-23 Indiana Transportation Museum Fair Train Avoid the frustration of traffic congestion and distant parking lots-the Fair Train operates 9 round-trips daily to the State Fair with the first departure from Fishers at 8:45am each day. www.itm.org AUGUST 8 Vintage Vehicle Expo Cool Creek Park & Nature Center Hamilton County Parks presents the annual Collision Cure Vintage Vehicle Expo. Free live musical entertainment, door prizes, and bounce house will be offered along with food, and refreshments.

AUGUST 28-30 GreekFest Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church, Carmel Greek food, pastries, culture, music, dancing, bazaar and family-oriented children’s area. Free parking options available.

AUGUST 29 Artomobilia Arts & Design District, Carmel Car collectors from across the Midwest and beyond will show-off their prized automobiles. At the same time, guests who love to admire the collections enjoy the Carmel Arts & Design District’s galleries, restaurants and shops. www.carmelartsanddesign.com

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SEPTEMBER 7 Red Bridge Rod Run Red Bridget Park, Cicero View over 175 vintage cars from around Indiana at this spectacular car show at Red Bridge Park in Cicero SEPTEMBER 11 & 12 Voices From The Past Living History Walk; Asa Bales Park, Westfield See history come alive at this interactive and educational event, which will feature all new stories in 2015! www.westfield.in.gov SEPTEMBER 12-13 St. George Festival St. George Church, Fishers The Middle Eastern Festival is sponsored every year by St. George Orthodox Church in Fishers. Middle Eastern food, culture, music, dancing, church tours, family atmosphere.

SEPTEMBER 19 Noblesville Preservation Alliance Annual Historic Home Tour Tour historic homes in Noblesville. Old Mill Festival with arts, crafts and antiques on the Historic Courthouse Square. www.noblesvillepreservation.com SEPTEMBER 26 Oktoberfest @ Saxony Witten Park, Fishers Enjoy German food, arts and crafts vendors, food vendors and a beer garden. The festival will also host live entertainment all day.

SEPTEMBER 26 & 27 Carmel International Arts Festival Carmel Arts & Design District Featuring 135 diverse juried artists with two stages of live entertainment featuring international dance and music. Fun atmosphere for the whole family. www.carmelartsfestival.org SEPTEMBER 26 & 27 Atlanta New Earth Festival With over 600 vendors displaying fine art, crafts, antiques, food and more, you can see why this charming small town draws crowds of more than 80,000 people! 42nd annual. www.atlantaindiana.com SEPTEMBER 26-OCTOBER 31 Pumpkin Harvest Festival Stonycreek Farm, Noblesville 43rd Annual Pumpkin Harvest Festival.

Hayrides, pumpkin patch, bonfire parties, school field trips, zip line, jumping pillow, family fun! www.stonycreekfarm.net

OCTOBER 3 & 4 Fishers Renaissance Faire Saxony, Fishers 11th annual jousting combat demonstrations, acrobats, fire breathings, sword swallowing, period music, rowdy music, unique shopping, dancing, pirates, comedy, history reenactment, swordplay, grand parade, beer and mead, end of day pub sing and tons of shows. www.fishersrenfaire.com OCTOBER 3 Potters Bridge Fall Festival Potters Bridge Park, Noblesville Arts and craft vendors at the historical Potter’s Covered Bridge along the White River. www.myhamiltoncountyparks.com OCTOBER 9-25 Headless Horseman Conner Prairie Interactive History Park This popular fall festival transforms our beloved grounds into “Conner Scairie,” a haunted land inhabited by fun-loving ghouls all vying for your vote to be elected “Monster In Charge” after their former leader, Lord Moldy Wart accidentally and irreversible turned himself into a cute, fuzzy, bunny with an errant spell.

OCTOBER 10 Christmas in October Craft Fair Fishers High School Over 150 juried arts and crafters. Quality items for great prices. It’s not too early to shop for Christmas! www.fishersfreedomfestival.org NOVEMBER 21 Holiday on the Square Civic Square, Carmel Holiday entertainment, Holiday farmers market, Santa, his elves, and live reindeer provide a festive atmosphere for the City’s Holiday lighting ceremony on Civic Square. www.carmel.in.gov NOVEMBER 21 Guerin Catholic Christmas Bazaar Guerin High School Holiday shopping at its finest! Over 100 specialty vendors. Variety of gifts, décor, jewelry, clothing, poinsettias & baked goods. A holly, jolly good time.

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Trails

Slow down and enjoy the scenery

Hamilton County is the healthiest county in Indiana and we’re trying to make it easier for people to get out and exercise. You can use our trails any time of year, but they’re especially attractive in late Spring, Summer and Fall.

Many subdivisions have their own trails; the challenge is connecting them all, which will happen eventually. Meantime, improved thoroughfares (like 146th Street and Hazel Dell Parkway) have trails built alongside. Fishers offers more than 60 miles of multi-use trails adjacent to streets. The county’s major trails are indicated by purple lines on the maps on pages 26-29.

intersections. The Hagen-Burke Trail is a major spur off the main line and connects the Monon to the Cool Creek Trail.

Westfield is planning its new downtown around the future junction of the Monon and the Midland Trace trails, which will intersect at the Grand Junction. Only a few thousand feet of the Midland Trace are developed so far, but a bridge is in and it’s looking great as it heads east toward Noblesville. The Natalie Wheeler Trail heads south out of downtown connecting to the north end of the Cool Creek Trail.

Here are a few of the best: The crown jewel of our trail system is the Monon Trail, which extends from 10th Street in downtown Indianapolis to 161st St. in Westfield. The Monon is built along an old rail line that extends north and south through Hamilton County. It’s an important part of Carmel’s plans for downtown and winds through the heart of the city. Carmel has built beautiful bridges and tunnels to make the trail safer at

In Noblesville, the White River Greenway starts at Potters Bridge and heads south through the woods along the White River. At a mile and a half it’s a great round trip hike for the family and crossing the bridge is an adventure for the kids.

There’s plenty of parking at Potters Bridge Park on Allisonville Road north of downtown. You’ll also find trails on either side of Hazel Dell Parkway and along parts of Hague Road.

Roundabouts The Current Trend Started Here

If you are from other parts of the country or Indiana, your community may have a new roundabout or two. The current popularity of these efficient traffic control devices started here in Carmel, which is now considered the roundabout capital of America.

In the late 90’s, Carmel started building basic roundabouts as it improved its road network on the east side of town (the first was at Hazel Dell Parkway and Main Street). Since then, it has refined and enhanced the concept, and now has more than eighty roundabouts in town, from the basic version to the fancy teardrop versions on the overpasses to Keystone Parkway.

Mayor Jim Brainard praises the advantages of roundabouts as less expensive, more attractive and safer than traditional traffic signal intersections. You have plenty of opportunities to drive them as it’s hard to travel in Carmel without encountering one.

Once you get used to driving in them you wonder why roundabouts took so long to catch on.

Here are few tips: The most important thing to keep in mind is that traffic in the roundabout always has the right of way. So as you approach, look left (the only direction traffic is coming from) and yield to those who are already in. If no one is coming, you just cruise right in.

Once you are in, you have the right of way, so keep moving. The system breaks down if cars stop in the roundabout.

Roundabouts are especially useful if you are a visitor and unfamiliar with the area. If you accidentally pass your destination, an upcoming roundabout gives you the opportunity to execute the perfect U-turn: no stopping, no shifting, no sweat; just a smooth left hand curve and you are back on the road going the opposite direction.

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