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Sarah and Bob Schwartzkopf revisit his childhood home with stunning results

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TRAVEL: Napa Valley

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TASTE Culinary Classes

PERSONALITIES Gethin Thomas

AUTHENTIC INDIANA Distilleries

WORTH THE TRIP Klipsch Music Center

GOODWILL Helping Haiti

CULTURE Henry Egbo

HEALTH Diabetes

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Spring 2015 | March 28, 2015 Volume 4, Issue 1

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Editor’s Note

Happy Anniversary In preparation for this editor’s note, I tried to compile all the Columbus experiences I’ve had over the past three months. Since our last issue, I scooped green beans as a volunteer at First Christian Church on Thanksgiving Day. I celebrated my birthday by seeing famous Internet cat Lil BUB at the Bartholomew County Public Library’s Caturday Night Fever event.

On Christmas Day, I opted to stick around town and catch a movie at one of the coolest nonprofits ever, Yes Cinema. I rang in the New Year at a private function in a public venue, singing karaoke with a friend as we hyped up 2015. I finally took a vacation, opting for a brief interlude in New Orleans, and although I quite liked the Big Easy, I missed my new home in Columbus.

That brings me to another event that will have come and gone by the time this issue publishes: my Columbus anniversary. On March 17, 2014, I took my position as The Republic’s lifestyle editor. Truth be told, I brought with me some hesitancy and insecurities. Up until my start date, the smallest town I’d worked in was Cape Coral, Florida. Would Columbus be receptive to this weirdo who bounced into town from Indy, bringing with her a brash wardrobe and purple streaks in her hair?

And, OK, say Columbus accepted me. Would I accept Columbus? I would be, for the first few months at least, a commuter, unable to completely ingrain myself in the community. I started my new position during spring break week, when the town seems to close up shop and head south. Columbus was as bereft of sources as it was of events that week. I had to dig and dig in deep to get a return phone call during this time, when everyone and their cousin and their kids had shipped out of town. Would there be anything to cover in Columbus?

Yes. There was plenty to write about, and there still is. I quickly learned just how much I could love this town, and I made haste to move to the 47201 ZIP code. I packed up my cats, my clothes and my stuff as soon as I found an apartment. In late April I became a Columbus resident.

Just as the buds emerged and opened on the tulip tree outside my living room window, so too emerged the many personalities of Columbus. I’ve met some of the most engaging and accomplished people I know, and I am certain Columbus will continue to yield more folks, all with cool stories to share. Thank you, Columbus, for a great first year. I’m looking forward to celebrating more anniversaries with you.

SPRING 2015

Best,

Jenny Elig

Back Home

Sarah and Bob Schwartzkopf revisit his childhood home with stunning results

On the Cover: STYLE:

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Bathroom Sinks

TRAVEL: Napa Valley

HEALTH:

Managing Diabetes

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News | Views | Tidbits

The Columbus Indiana Philharmonic in a 2014 performance. Photo

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Classically inclined: Tap into Columbus’ symphonic shows

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When it comes to orchestral music, Columbus packs a symphonic wallop.

You probably know that we boast not one but two orchestras. But did you know how many shows both orchestras are offering this spring? If your tastes tend toward the classical, check out one or all of these performances.

Columbus Indiana Philharmonic’s “Freedom” concert

This performance of American composer Aaron Copland’s “Lincoln Portrait” celebrates the end of the American Civil War, with photo-choreography accompanying the music.

7:30 p.m. March 28, Columbus North High School auditorium, 1400 25th St. Information: (812) 376-2638, thecip.org.

Columbus Indiana Philharmonic’s “Best of Broadway”

Columbus native and singer Mary Claire King returns to perform selections from Broadway’s rich musical legacy accompanied by the Philharmonic Orchestra and Chorus.

7:30 p.m. April 25, Columbus North High School auditorium, 1400 25th St. Information: (812) 376-2638, thecip.org.

Columbus Symphony Orchestra’s “New Look at Lasting Impressions”

Indianapolis-based conductor Andrew J. Lyon visits to conduct the orchestra in such selections as Mozart’s “The Magic Flute: Overture,” Michael Schelle’s “Exorcism of the Sugarplum Fairy” and Vasily Kalinnikov’s Symphony No. 1 in G Minor.

3:30 p.m. April 26, Columbus North High School auditorium, 1400 25th St. Information: csoindiana.org.

Columbus Indiana Philharmonic’s “Salute”

This free hometown concert honors those who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.

7 p.m. May 22. Bartholomew County Memorial for Veterans, Second and Washington streets. Information: thecip.org.

Columbus Symphony Orchestra’s “A Night at the Movies”

Conductor, composer and cellist Andre J. Gaskins leads the orchestra in performances of John Williams’ “Star Wars Medley,” and Alan Silvestri’s “Forrest Gump Suite,” among others.

7:30 p.m. June 7, Mill Race Park amphitheater, 50 Carl Miske Drive.

Information: csoindiana.org.

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SaraBeth Drybread, >> the Columbus Food Co-Op community outreach coordinator

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Founded in 2010, the Columbus Food Co-Op operates some five years later with the same mission it always had: To serve and strengthen the community by providing wholesome foods and products while practicing and encouraging sustainability.

But in recent months, the coop has had a new development.

At the end of 2014, after more than a year of searching, organization leaders announced that they had obtained a retail space.

Planning for renovation has begun on the 1750 25th St. location, said SaraBeth Drybread, community outreach coordinator for the food cooperative.

The Columbus Food Co-op’s grocery store could be, Drybread says, a part of the puzzle that makes Columbus whole. Here, she explains why.

What about the Columbus Food Co-Op grabs you?

The community part of it; I love food and I love how food brings people together. I think there’s no better way to show a community that you support your local growers than by establishing a place for them to sell food.

How many vendors do you have now?

Oh, gosh. I think we have around 50 in the database of regional vendors, with regional including Bartholomew County and some surrounding counties. We’ve even had a couple of calls from Kentucky; Louisville has a really strong local food movement.

How is the build-out going? What stage are you in now?

We got the keys on Dec. 19. It was very exciting. Right now, our timeline is mid-2015 as a target for opening. It’s a $1.8 million project, and our consultants have said half of that needs to come from the community. We’ve met with four local banks, all interested in helping with a loan, but we want to keep those loans down as much as possible. We’re also working with a couple of co-operative banks that loan solely to food co-ops. They just help food co-ops, rural electric co-ops. And then we’re applying for grants. Every week we’re turning in a grant application.

What is changing with the Columbus Food Co-Op now?

I think the vision is what’s coming together a little bit more now. The board is going through with the (store) designer and creating a narrative of our vision. So, for example, when I enter the doors, what do I want to see? Do I want to see fresh, local produce? Do I want to see flowers? Do I want to get a sandwich and sit down? So really, we’re creating that vision. What kinds of colors? Is it warm? We’re working on the specifics of the vision.

Well, I want to see a cafe, a self-serve coffee section or a really nice bulk foods station.

That’s what the board is working on now. We’re really getting the community’s vision of this co-op. We want to be that place where people can gather, where they can get a cup of coffee and some healthy food and sit down and talk.

What do you want people to know about the Columbus Food Co-Op? I keep coming back to things that other member-owners said about why they want this co-op and what it means to the community. One of our member-owners, who has lived in Colorado and Minnesota, where there are a lot of co-ops, said, “Every great community I’ve lived in had a food co-op.” I’ve been in several different community gatherings and meetings here over the past few years where people talk about creating a welcoming community. ... I’ve heard a lot of people say that having a food co-op (in Columbus) is long overdue, and it’s kind of the missing link here.

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Tour de Trails

On your mark, get set, go!

The time has come yet again for Columbus’ Tour de Trails, the area’s annual running and biking challenges. The 2015 Tour de Trails Running Challenge is set for April 18; runners can choose from an 8K run, 5K run/ walk and kids’ fun run, all of which will take off 8 a.m. at the LHP Software building at 1888 Poshard Drive.

A little more than a month later, at 9:30 a.m. May 30, the Tour de Trails 20, 50 and 75K Bicycle Challenge sets off from Mill Race Park. Cyclists will travel through Columbus’ People Trail network; day highlights include lunch and live entertainment at Mill Race Park.

Tour de Trails When: 8 a.m. April 18, Running Challenge; 9:30 a.m. May 30, Bicycle Challenge Admission: Entry fees vary by event Information: columbuspark foundation.org/events/tourdetrails

Festival of the Young Child Spring is probably the zenith of children's programming in Columbus; one event, the Festival of the Young Child on April 25, serves to highlight just how much our town loves its young residents. Now in its 38th year, the festival will feature a variety of activities for children up to age 8, all presented by a variety of agencies. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Festival of the Young Child When: 10 a.m. to noon April 25 Where: Donner Center, 739 22nd St. Admission: Free Information: columbusparksandrec.com Columbus Magazine

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BookNook Recommendations from Viewpoint Books

‘The Cathedral Builder: A Biography of J. Irwin Miller’

BY CHARLES E. MITCHELL RENTSCHLER

This is the first biography of Miller and was heavily researched. Rentschler went through more than 554 boxes of papers donated by Miller’s children to the Indiana Historical Society. He also interviewed more than 80 people. Rentschler has caught the essence of this Renaissance man with material that includes personal letters home to his wife, Xenia, from his World War II Navy service to his public writing and speeches.

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‘One Pot: 120+ Meals from Your Skillet, Slow Cooker, Stockpot and More’

‘Dear Committee Members’

FROM THE KITCHENS OF MARTHA STEWART LIVING

Each chapter of this lively novel

This book is a new way to approach everyday cooking: Imagine perfect pasta dishes for which everything goes in the pot at once to produce pasta, dinner-party ready roasts with tender vegetables, down-home casseroles, along with fish, chicken and vegetarian dishes.

It offers an assortment of recipes, including chicken and dumplings, baked risotto with carrots and squash, broiled striped bass with tomatoes, pork chops with bacon and cabbage, and the delectable skillet chocolate chip cookie. All of the recipes take less than an hour from start to finish.

With chapters devoted to your essential cooking vessels — stockpot, skillet, slow cooker and more — this book is sure to streamline your meals and satisfy.

BY JULIE SCHUMACHER

is a letter of recommendation written by Jason Fitzger, a beleaguered professor of creative writing at a small, fictional Midwestern college. Most of the letters are tongue-in-cheek and uproariously funny. Anyone who is an academic, or has been in a position to write letters of recommendation, will relate to this most challenging of chores.

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When Spenser Fritz was a child, he wanted desperately to go by his middle name.

Both his first and last names had the letter R, which, due to the speech impediment he struggled with for years, was nearly unpronounceable to the Indiana native. He wanted to be known by his R-free middle name, Michael.

Fritz went on to conquer his speech impediment and graduate from Columbus East High School in 2005 before tackling film school in Nashville, Tennessee, where he still resides. The writer and director has been attached to projects with such actors as Tim Meadows, Dean Cain and Kristy Swanson. His latest project is much more personal. He’s made his struggles with his speech impediment the content of “Cecil,” a semi-autobiographical family comedy he wrote and will direct.

So far, Fritz has completed the film’s trailer and raised some financial backing. Throughout February, he worked to raise funding and awareness of the project via Kickstarter; the anticipated release date for the feature-length film is December. You can learn more about the project at facebook.com/cecilthemovie.

Here, Fritz talks about his plans for “Cecil” and shares the reasons he misses Columbus.

with filmmaker Spenser Fritz “Cecil” is semi-autobiographical. Tell us about that.

I had a speech impediment. I couldn’t say my R’s. I was made fun of quite a bit for that, and I always wanted to change my name to Michael. I went to film school here in Nashville. In college, in one of the screenwriting pitch classes, they said, “Write what you know.” I’m the best person to write this story because of this, and I always thought this was one of my best ideas. In “Cecil,” I’m just trying to recreate that Indiana childhood that I had.

What’s the format of the film? What do you hope to accomplish with it?

The film will be feature-length, and we’re aiming to get a TV deal, like on ABC Family. The ultimate goal … is if it got picked up for a theatrical release, but it’s a little unrealistic at our budget.

What’s something that you love about writing? What’s something you love about directing?

“Cecil” is a family comedy. I see the comedy in situations that others might not. A lot of people will say it’s a lot harder to make someone laugh than to make someone cry. The opposite is true for me. And seeing your film on the big screen and going from script to screen is really good. As for directing, I love just being in the moment. It’s so fast-paced. I follow more of the (Alfred) Hitchcock style of directing: just tons and tons of preparation. If I weren’t there, the filming could go on. But I love the shoot-from-the-hip decisions.

What do you miss about Columbus?

The cold weather and the basketball; there’s something about people not being afraid of the cold weather. (In Nashville) everything gets canceled at the first drop of snow. I miss being snowed in and things like that. And I miss that Indiana drive about basketball. I miss a lot of my family. Nashville is kind of a bigger town and sometimes I miss that small-town feel.

—Compiled by Jenny Elig

ABOVE AND INSET: Spenser Fritz, bearded, directs children in his movie “Cecil.”

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Fashion | Trends | Decor

Upholstered stool, $79.99, TJ Maxx

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Buddha head, $20, Baker’s Fine Gifts

Thom Maltbie plate, $155.25, Tri-State Artisans.

It’s Miller Time

Accent pieces can bring the famous abode’s look to your home Tucked behind imposing hedges on the north end of Washington Street, the Miller House maintains an air of secrecy. What’s no secret is that the home, which was designed in 1953 for J. Irwin Miller, former chairman of Cummins Engine Co., and his wife, Xenia, by noted architect Eero Saarinen, serves as a showcase of impeccable 20th century design.

Tourists and Columbus residents alike flock to the home, which is now in the care of the Indianapolis Museum of Art. As visitors tread through the house, they’ll likely be awed not only by Saarinen’s architecture or Dan Kiley’s landscape design, but also by interior designer Alexander Girard’s contributions to the house.

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“I’m at a loss for words to describe how I feel when I’m in the Miller House,” says Erin Hawkins, Columbus Area Visitors Center marketing 4 director. “There’s something about being in a space that is so perfectly designed and has every detail thought out that just creates a visual harmony that is seldom experienced anywhere else.

It’s a feeling of calm for me.”

That calm feeling, Hawkins says, stems in no small part from the way Girard’s design works in tandem with Saarinen’s architecture. The Miller House interior design is a juxtaposition of folk art and midcentury modern pieces, with bright reds and pinks reverberating off the stark white marble walls and ethnic accents popping up in the form of rugs, figurines and tchotchkes.

If you want to infuse a room with a Girard-esque look, Hawkins says, look for brass accents, international folk art and a whimsical color palette that includes pinks and reds. Xenia Miller, who lived in the house until her death in 2008, collected opaline glass and glass paperweights. With her taste and Girard’s work in mind, we tracked down these items, any of which would look at home in Columbus’ most famous house.

1) Alexander Girard pattern coasters, $22, The Columbus Area Visitors Center Shop

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2) Dwell Studio Pillar Speaker, $299, Baker’s Fine Gifts

3) Glass elephant paperweight, $7.99, TJ Maxx.

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4) Vase/paperweight, $180, Baker’s Fine Gifts

5) Decorative pillow, $14.99, TJ Maxx

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6) Pitched roof candle holder, $14.99, TJ Maxx

7) Alexander Girard print on wood, $98, Visitors Center Shop

8) Midcentury Modern candelabra, $50, Baker’s Fine Gifts

9) Miller House mug, $13, Visitors Center Shop

10) Pillow, $75, Baker's Fine Gifts 11) Chihuly Basket, price available upon request, Visitors Center Shop –C–

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thank you to our writers, photographers and advertisers for your hard work, creative vision and trust, which make Columbus magazine the best.

Best of Show Overall winner for 2014 at the Indiana Newspaper Advertising Executives Association & Hoosier State Press Association Foundation Conference

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Local Food | Recipes | Cuisine

Get on Board Tips for home charcuterie trays Story by Clint Smith Photos by Chet Strange

Until recently, charcuterie has been neglected in America’s home kitchens. But thanks to our ever-evolving food culture, this savory tradition is undergoing something of a do-it-yourself revival.

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In culinary terms, charcuterie refers to meticulously groomed meats paired on a board or tray with other culinary components such as cheese, breads and condiments.

“I believe originally it was a poor man’s meal,” says Lisa Abendroth, owner of The Savory Swine, a full-service custom butcher shop in downtown Columbus. “(Charcuterie) now is found on higher-end menus and is served as an epicurean treat.”

The term is derived from the French chair (flesh) and cuit (cooked). Although it may sound complicated, charcuterie is, essentially, a fancy name for a meat-and-cheese plate.

Building a charcuterie board might sound daunting, but Abendroth says, “It’s all in the presentation and offering flavors that are complementary to each other.”

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Arrange your selections elegantly on a tray or traditional board, with an eye to the aesthetics of the tray. “We like to make our boards dimensional,” Abendroth says. Look for height, body and dimension. “We shave the prosciutto so thin that you can add folds and contours like rose petals.” Think of lines and edges: the soft curves of olives play nicely next to sharp-edged slices of cheese.

Tray must-haves include soft cheese, such as brie, and salami, Abendroth says.

Include both forcemeats — that is, ground meats seasoned with herbs and spices — and fresh, smoked and/or dried sausages.

Include other culinary components like cheeses, pickles, breads, nuts and condiments.

Combine aromas and flavors, pairing spicy cheeses with mild cured meats and spicy meats with mild cheeses.

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Class Act

Spring is a great time to work on your cooking game.

For those keen on establishing or improving their cooking skills, these Columbus experts can school you in the kitchen.

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240sweet’s

Interactive Art of Marshmallow Making Chef Alexa Lemley and Samantha Aulick, co-owners of 240sweet, an artisan confection company specializing in gourmet marshmallows, teach participants the nuts and bolts of marshmallow making, as well as a little history about the marshmallow, during their Interactive Art of Marshmallow Making class.

Who’s an ideal pupil? “Adventurous people who enjoy trying new things,” says Aulick. “No experience is necessary.”

“Interactive Art of Marshmallow Making”: 240sweet Studio at 9600 N. U.S. 31. For ages 12 and up; people under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a participating parent or guardian. Classes last about one hour; there’s a minimum of 15 participants with a 50-person capacity.

Cost: $15 per person.

For more information, visit 240sweet.com.

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Purdue Extension Bartholomew County:

Hoosier Harvest and Dining with Diabetes

You may know Purdue’s Bartholomew County Extension office as the home base of area 4-H activities. But Harriet Armstrong, health and human sciences educator for Purdue Extension, Bartholomew County, is also a master food preserver, generalist and culinary instructor.

“Most of the classes I do are based on nutrition,” says Armstrong, “and then the cooking is a way to support good nutrition.”

Hoosier Harvest is a five-week, hands-on course that covers a variety of home-cook friendly preservation methods, including freezing, drying, water-bath canning, pressure canning, making jams and jellies, and pickling.

Armstrong also offers the four-week Dining with Diabetes course twice annually, which typically draws attendees who are simply interested in enhancing their overall health. Classes: Locations, times and costs for both Hoosier Harvest and Dining with Diabetes vary.

For more information, contact Harriet Armstrong, armstrh@purdue.edu.

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Pampered Chef Class You probably know Pampered Chef for the home parties and kitchen gadgetry, but you can also think of the company as a learning resource.

Local Pampered Chef consultants offer chances for learning.

Pampered Chef consultant Nicole McCoy sees the gadgets as an avenue for allowing people to learn to cook again. That’s also how she styles her twice-monthly Freezer Meals Workshops, during which she teaches attendees how to assemble seven to 10 entrees that each participant can then take home and freeze. Her classes are open to 10 to 12 people per workshop.

You can find the Pampered Chef consultant closest to you by searching pamperedchef.com.

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Pampered Chef consultant Nicole McCoy knows how to save both time and money in the kitchen.

“Setting a weekly menu allows you to have a grocery list, cutting down on impulse buying and saving money,” she says.

Cutting up veggies and separating meats in advance also reduces cooking prep time the night of the meal. Better yet? Prepare meals in advance and freeze.

Homework Harriet Armstrong, health and human sciences educator for Purdue Extension, Bartholomew County, offers a sneak peek of the fare offered in her Dining with Diabetes class.

Orange-Almond Salad

Yields four, 1½-cup servings 3 cups assorted salad greens 2 navel oranges, peeled and sectioned ½ cup celery, thinly chopped 2 tablespoons chopped green onion ¼ cup cider vinegar ¼ cup Splenda 2 tablespoons olive or canola oil ¼ cup slivered almonds, toasted ¼ cup Ocean Spray Craisins

Combine salad greens, orange sections, celery and green onion in a large bowl.

Combine vinegar, Splenda and oil in a small mixing bowl; whisk until well blended and drizzle over greens immediately before serving.

Garnish with toasted slivered almonds and Craisins immediately before serving.

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Wine, Dine

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WINE: DINE: A Semi-Dry Spring Columbus Farmers Markets Although Simmons Winery has branched out to beer brewing through its new-ish brewpub venture, 450 North Brewing Co., the vintner’s owner hasn’t forgotten its vino vocation.

“Our newest wine, which we just recently released, is a semi-dry Autumn Rose made from our St. Vincent and Vidal Blanc grapes,” says the winery’s proprietor, David Simmons, who also is looking forward to a dry summer. He will be busy filling new oak barrels for the winery’s dry reds, merlot and zinfandel, which have late-summer release dates. simmonswinery.com

You know that Columbus’ farmers markets offer plenty of farm-fresh produce, but many people head to the open-air markets to grab made-to-order food and make a meal of their visits.

The Columbus Farmers Market opens its smaller, spring market on May 2 on the south end of Fourth Street. There, ready-made food options will include crepes, flatbread pizza, omelets, sausage biscuits, lots of baked goods and coffee, says market manager Teresa Fisher. “Don’t forget the coffee.”

The larger, summer Columbus Farmers Market opens on June 6 on Brown Street between Fifth and Eighth streets (across from Mill Race Park). columbusfarmersmarket.org

At the Fair Oaks Mall parking lot between Carson’s and JCPenney, the small but mighty Columbus City Farmers Market opens for the season on June 6. “We are excited to start another season in a relaxed atmosphere,” said market organizer Sande Hummel.

As in seasons past, the market offers easy access to local growers’ wares, which include honey, heirloom tomatoes, exotic veggies, specialty oils and fresh herbs, among other products.

And if you should work up an appetite?

Vendors will be serving pulled pork sandwiches, along with coffee and tea. facebook.com/pages/Columbus-City-Farmers-Market

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FIND: Kombucha Tea Considered a “functional food” because of its probiotic profile, kombucha — pronounced KOM-boo-cha — is a fermented tea created by a symbiotic colony of “good” bacteria and yeast. Like many foods and beverages that carry claims of dietetic and holistic benefits, kombucha is gaining mainstream popularity.

The tea’s origins are steeped in the steppes of Russia and China, where the beverage has been consumed for centuries. It starts off as a sweetened tea that’s fermented by a culture known as a SCOBY (symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast). The consumption of these friendly bacteria may aid in digestion and immune function, says Carolyn Behrman, owner of Natural Choices market in Columbus.

Sounds healthy. But how does it taste? The tea, she explains, has a slightly fizzy, non-sweet taste.

Behrman carries a variety of kombucha products. Two popular liquid-tea forms — sold in glass bottles — are Kombucha Wonder Drink, a traditional beverage made from black and oolong teas, and Synergy Organic & Raw, which includes original and fruit flavors.

Still, there are more standard varieties on the shelves of mainstream venues.

Kroger sells the refrigerated GT’s Enlightened Organic Raw line, which is produced by the same company as Synergy Organic, and both Target and Kroger carry a brand of dry tea called Yogi Green Tea Kombucha. –C–

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Personalities

Story by Jenny Elig | Photos by Andrew Laker

Gethin Thomas, owner of Columbus’ newest restaurant, opens up

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hen Gethin Thomas was a young boy just learning to write, he penned a note to his grandmother, Susie. Some of the letters are backward, but the message is legible and forthright, with a hint of foreshadowing.

“Dear Susie,” the letter reads. “I can cook. Gethin.”

Gethin’s is a career that began humbly, but his experiences as a chef have taken him around the United States and Europe, where he spent time dazzling diners in prestigious Michelin-starred kitchens. His newest venture, downtown restaurant Henry Social Club, showcases for Columbus diners the fruits of his 35-year career.

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OPPOSITE: Chef Gethin Thomas in his newest venture, restaurant/bar Henry Social Club on Washington Street BELOW: Roasted natural chicken with mashed potatoes, peas and carrots.

Growing up Gethin He was raised just outside Washington, D.C., in Arlington, Virginia. His father, Peter, was a painter, his mother, Addice, an opera singer; both were antiques collectors. His father insisted that his children, Gethin, younger brother, Jonathan, and middle sister, Alicia, sit down for at least one meal a day.

When Jonathan, who is now the director of corporate hospitality at Cummins Inc., was shipped off at age 11 to music camp in upstate Michigan, Gethin was working at a pizza place. Jonathan missed his family, and he relayed that message to his older brother. “(Gethin) sent me three slices of pizza in the mail,” Jonathan says. “The pizza arrived five days after he sent it.”

Jonathan looked at the withered slices and wisely demurred.

A kid in the top bunk at camp ate the pizza.

At 14 years old, Gethin got a lesson in proper work ethic. After a night out drinking whiskey with some much older kids, he wound up with his first hangover. Rather than let his son languish in bed, his father packed him up, driving Gethin to his job at Ollie’s Trolley, a D.C. dining fixture for hot dogs and burgers. Ollie’s, still in existence, is a trailer plunked in a parking lot in the northwest quadrant of D.C.; the inside workspace can get up to a broiling 92 degrees in the summertime, Gethin says.

His father handed his hungover son over to the manager, saying, “‘Whatever you do, do not send this child home,’” Gethin recalls. “I never forgot that. That (experience is) why I never call in sick,” he explains. “I know I can tough it out.”

Although he comes from a long line of educators, Gethin never performed well academically. “I really struggled in school with the work that was required,” he says. One constant in his life, food service, led him to New York’s Culinary Institute of America (CIA). He graduated in 1987 and worked as a chef in the United States and Europe before heading to La Varenne, a French culinary school just outside Paris.

“In every endeavor in life, I’ve found that you go into it for one reason and then you discover something that’s even more important,” he says. “I thought I was going (to La Varenne) to get more recipes. But what I got that was more important was discipline.”

In 1997, Gethin went back for another round of food education, heading to Ecole du Grand Chocolat – Valrhona.

The education has paid off; in his years as a chef, Gethin has held positions in London, at Le Gavroche and The Ritz, where he made tea sandwiches for Queen Elizabeth II; in Paris, at the Duquesnoy; at Amsterdam’s The Grand Hotel and Appenzell; and at The Krone Hotel in Switzerland. He was working at the esteemed White Barn Inn in Kennebunkport, Maine, when he received a call from Indiana that would change his life.

Coming to Columbus When Cummins Inc. came knocking, Gethin was sitting on his couch in his Maine apartment. He was eating Captain Crunch cereal and watching cartoons and wearing a blue bathrobe. He was 31 years old.

It took the global company about a year to lure Thomas to an executive chef position at its headquarters; when finally Gethin came, he stayed. He worked at Cummins from the age of 32 to about 48. “That was the lion’s share of my career,” he says.

Columbus changed Gethin financially and turned him into a family man. It was in Columbus that he met Candie Clayburn, whom he describes as “the love of my life,” and at 42 years old, he began a family. Now he and Clayburn are raising five children; along with his three stepdaughters, Riane, Quinn and Jaedyn Clayburn (who range in ages from 24 to 18), Gethin has daughters Sophia, 9, and Eva, 6, with Candie.

Fatherhood, he says, can be a bit humbling. He rises every morning at 6:30 to cook breakfast for his family. “I have cooked for three presidents and the queen of England,” he says. “And I still can’t make my 6-year-old happy.”

A Return to Restaurants In his decades of work at Cummins, Gethin’s daily lessons of discipline and standards rang out to his staff. In 2010, he hired Josh Ratliff, now the corporate hospitality manager at Cummins.

“I had always worked in restaurants,” Ratliff says. “But what (Gethin) did was help me see the international or legitimate side of food. He has a very high standard and a very high regard for the rituals of a working kitchen.”

In 2011, Gethin left his comfortable nest at Cummins.

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Personalities "Gethin and his staff make you feel as if you are guests in their homes," says patron and friend Mickey Kim. INSET: The 812 (you say it: "Eight-one-two") is one of the drinks on the Henry Social Club menu.

“The hard part about Cummins is leaving Cummins,” Gethin says. “They changed my life financially, and Cummins is a brilliant company. I love my experience there. But for me, personally, it was difficult to maintain my creativity and interest. The main goal there is to sell engines and turbo chargers and things like that.”

He wanted a return to the euphoria of running a restaurant.

“You could ask, ‘Why would you go back to the restaurant business at this stage in your life?’” he says. “I just love it. You feed on the energy of the guests. It’s an adrenaline rush. I could never recreate that at Cummins.”

And so Henry Social Club was born.

Henry Social Club’s address at 423 Washington St. puts the restaurant within a stone’s throw of some of Columbus’ greatest architectural and sculptural possessions. Peek out the restaurant’s front door, and you’ll see Eero Saarinen’s Irwin Conference Center (formerly Irwin Union Bank), a small but mighty midcentury modern building. Head east on Fifth Street and you’ll find the I.M. Pei-designed Bartholomew County Public Library, Henry Moore’s “Large Arch” and Eliel Saarinen’s First Christian Church.

Columbus is, after all, where the masters come to play, and Gethin wanted his restaurant to communicate the town’s history. To design Henry Social Club, he selected Indianapolis-based interior designer Nikki Sutton, principal designer for Blackline Studio for Architecture.

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“When (Sutton) came down for the initial visit,” he says. “I walked her out to the southeast corner of Washington (Street) and Fifth and pointed to the world-famous architects’ works that were nearby.”

He didn’t say that he wanted the absolute best work, nor did he explicitly say that the city was a big stage intended for showcasing works of magnitude, but, he says, those thoughts were implied.

The design of the restaurant had to work for the chef as well, and the project went forward at a slow pace; the build-out, executed by Loran Roberts Construction, took 22 months.

“This was not a hurried project,” Sutton says. “As strange as it may sound, I think of space as a complicated set piece. ​ I am always trying to frame the cast of characters and help them tell their story.”​ The front door opened in November on the sleek set design. The dining areas are divided into two distinct sections. Enter Henry Social Club from the main entrance, and you’re in a scene set in wood and tile, large orbs lighting the front tables. Antique mirrors, found in the basement of the building and reframed, reflect the restaurant’s bold logo from the opposite wall. A canopy of walnut leads the diners farther into the space, half of which is occupied by intimate tables; the other half is taken up by a massive bar. Wooden floors are below, and the ceilings are textured with antique tin tiles.

The back of the house holds two large tables for com-

munal dining; the open kitchen is outfitted with a steel bar strip, offering additional seating for those who want to watch the action.

“There’s a certain masculinity to the space,” his brother Jonathan says. “It’s masculinity with a warm glow that is always there. (The restaurant) is a good metaphor for my brother.” The back of the house, where Gethin plies his craft with cold precision, is executed in steel; the front of the house, where he buzzes from table to table and visits with guests, is finished in warm woods.

Characters from Gethin’s life make appearances on the menu, too. Sutton appears as a pizza, “Nikki,” topped with edamame, red onion and tapenade. Gethin’s grandmother Susie’s Old Fashioned recipe, renamed “The Right Reverend,” is an elegantly simple concoction of orange peel, Woodford Reserve bitters and top-shelf whiskey. On the dessert menu, a butterscotch pudding bears daughter Sophia’s name, causing some strife between Gethin’s two young daughters. “Sophia kind of rammed it down Eva’s throat that she had something named for her on the menu and (Eva) didn’t,” Gethin says. To appease Eva, Gethin named a bar point-ofsale terminal “Eva.” “A lot of life is about capitulation and compromise,” he says.

The Opening Jonathan would argue that his brother’s success is built on Gethin’s inability to compromise. “I know that he’s bumped heads with a lot of people here,” Jonathan says. “In some ways, he won’t budge on his standards, and a lot of people don’t understand that.”

At Henry Social Club, this standard has worked to Gethin’s benefit. Visit the restaurant on a weekend night, and all the tables are booked. But the vibe is not pretentious, says Gethin’s longtime friend, Mickey Kim. “Gethin and his staff make you feel as if you are guests in their homes,” he says. “As the name implies, Henry Social Club is a very social place.

We always run into people we know, and it’s always fun chatting with folks we don’t know about what we’re eating and drinking.”

The real charm is in Gethin’s respect for the classics and in his presence in the restaurant, Ratliff says. “You know what you’re going to get, and that’s Gethin,” he says. “There’s no mystery, there’s no trick, there’s no reveal. The most important element is that he’s there, and you can’t fake that.”

Creating food, which Gethin maintains is a craft and not an art, has been a constant in his life, and one that he will continue to practice.

“I’m 51 years old and I still make ham sandwiches,” he says. “I made ham sandwiches when I was 12 years old. I practice my craft over and over and over.” –C– Columbus Magazine

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Indiana distilleries continue to multiply after 2013 legislation changes Story by Clint Smith Photos courtesy of distilleries

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WHISKEY AND BOURBON PRODUCTION are commonly associated with our neighbors to the south, particularly Kentucky and Tennessee. But once you consider that a mind-numbing amount of Indiana corn is exported to these states, one wonders what’s holding Hoosiers back from gaining some credibility on our home turf?

A few years ago, the answer would have been legalities. But those

restrictions have changed in recent years with the passing of the Indiana Artisan Distillers Act, a 2013 piece of legislation that (among other things) allows businesses to produce spirits and sell them by the bottle or glass directly to consumers on the distillery’s premises.

The legislation still has a few “quirks,” says Jeff Wuslich, co-founder of Cardinal Spirits in Bloomington. Despite the need for some lawful and linguistic improvements with the bill, Wuslich says craft spirit producers are now in a position to educate customers about their products and get feedback from their guests. Better still, he adds, the craft spirits production should be good for Indiana’s economic development.

Hoosiers are ready to wet their whistles with Indiana liquor, and Indiana distilleries are gearing up to feed the demand. Here’s proof.

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Cardinal Spirits

» Having just begun full pro-

duction in January, Cardinal Spirits is one of the latest additions to the craft-spirit scene. “We’ve been building our business since 2013,” says Jeff Wuslich, who, along with his partners, moved swiftly to open the Bloomington-based distillery and tasting room to the public in February 2014.

“Indiana has a reputation as an agricultural state,” he says, “and that’s true. We are excited to use local grain, grapes, lumber and botanicals for our spirits.” And then, there’s having just the right audience.

“Hoosiers are some of the best drinkers around,” Wuslich says. “They have discerning tastes and appreciate well-crafted products.”

Bear Wallow Distillery » When Susan Spagnuolo decided to open

her Bear Wallow Distillery in Brown County, she didn’t know that her dream of operating an artisan distillery wasn’t yet legal.

“Thankfully we discovered that there was a bill being presented to the Indiana Legislature that would allow it,” Spagnuolo says.

Bear Wallow, located in quaint Gnaw Bone, was incorporated in 2012. From the company’s incorporation through the start of production in 2014, Spagnuolo spent time working with legislators and Indiana distillers to get the law passed. A year-long permit process for the distillery followed the 2013 legalization, and Bear Wallow officially opened its doors to customers on Aug. 1, 2014.

“As one of the first artisan distilleries to open in the state, we are having fun being an agritourism business and educating people on how to turn Indiana grains into Indiana whiskeys,” Spagnuolo now says.

This spring, she hopes to finish an outdoor seating area and incorporate food trucks and live music into weekend scheduling. She also is hoping to get Bear Wallow’s products into liquor stores, bars and restaurants around the state.

Plus, there’s more legal work to do: Spagnuolo is working with legislators on a bill that will allow craft distilleries to sell liquor on Sundays.

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THE GOODS

» Bear Wallow specializes

in whiskeys made from 100 percent Indiana grains — wheat, rye and malted barley. Gnaw Bone Bourbon, the distillery’s first aged offering, was released in December. Also available: the Hidden Holler corn whiskey “moonshine,” Liar’s Bench un-aged rye whiskey and Bear Trap 120-proof unaged white whiskey. The distillery has gained local fame for its “Farm-to-Fifth” tours and the “Moonshine ShakeUp,” a favorite cocktail among guests. For more information, visit bearwallowdistillery.com.

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» Cardinal Spirits produc-

es vodka, gins, whiskeys, liqueurs and rum. Wuslich notes that in addition to finding the company’s products behind the bar or at your local liquor store, Cardinal Spirits offers cocktails, food, tours and carry-out beverages in the distillery’s tasting room.

For more information, visit cardinalspirits.com.

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Starlight Distillery » Certain legalities allowed Clark

County’s Starlight Distillery, founded in 2001 and an offshoot of Huber Winery, to produce fruit-based liquors such as brandies and applejack long before the state laws changed. The 2013 Artisan Distillers Act simply helped the company to expand its product line, says Dana Huber, Starlight owner.

New laws have allowed the company’s venture into the production of vodka, gin, bourbon and whiskey, and the changes also led to the construction of a 12,500-square-foot building in Starlight that serves as the company’s base of operations.

Now the distillery is in full production, with the company’s artisan distillers, Ted Huber and Jason Heiligenberg, incorporating techniques honed from years of wine production into their work.

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THE GOODS

» At Starlight Distillery you’ll find several in-

fusions (raspberry, strawberry and peach) and a pair of ports: ruby and blueberry. There are also more potent players: the distilled spirits that include five types of brandy (a Huber blend, grappa, private reserve, apple and “Applejack”); an “1843” gin; a corn-based vodka; and a bourbon whiskey. The straight bourbon whiskey is a small-batch, limited-edition variety available in numbered bottles. For more information, visit huberwinery.com.

Heartland Distillers

» As opposed to some of the

smaller distillers in Indiana, the 2013 artisan spirits legislation did not affect Indianapolis’ Heartland Distillers much.

Founded in 2008, it remains a production distiller. Vodka, gin and bourbon aren’t distributed on the premises.

And for the time being, owner Stuart Hobson says Heartland will remain a production facility, but plans for the distillery include a tourist-friendly approach that will feature tours and public visits.

Recently Hobson also partnered with several industry friends to open a second production facility called Hobson & Roberts Distilling Co. The new company, located just west of downtown Indianapolis, features bourbon production, and the spirits will be distributed off-site.

“We’re doing things a little different than the craft guys,” says Hobson. “We’re going to be concentrating on producing our bourbon.”

THE GOODS

» Heartland Distillers specializes in vodka, also flavored vodkas, gin, bourbon and sorghum spirits. “Our original product is Indiana Vodka, a gold medal-winning vodka,” Hobson says. “We’ve since come out with Prohibition Gin, Sorghum Spirits and Spring Mill Bourbon.” At the end of January, the Hobson & Roberts Distilling Co. released its Spirit of America Bourbon, available in Indiana through Republic National Distributing. For more information, visit heartlanddistillers.com.

Virtuoso Distillers

» In operation since 2008, Mish-

awaka’s Virtuoso Distillers relied on sales of its 100-percent rye vodka to keep afloat. The vodka runs through copper stills 18 times, says Steve Ross, Virtuoso owner; hence the spirit’s brand name: 18 Vodka. As opposed to traditional vodka-crafting methods that utilize wheat or potatoes, Virtuoso employs a rye-based recipe, which, according to Ross, “accounts for the smooth, creamy texture.”

But the passing of the Artisan Distillers Act offered the small distiller “a secondary income stream that is critical while we grow,” he says.

And grow the distillery has. The recent legal revisions have encouraged Ross to update his facilities, adding a bar where customers can taste and purchase available spirits, and the distillery now carries 10-gallon barrels of whiskey for purchase. “We are just beginning to release our whiskeys,” says Ross, “and those who have tasted them can only rave about how smooth they are.”

THE GOODS

» In addition to its rye vodka,

Virtuoso Distillers carries gin, two types of rye whiskey (a traditional and an early American variety), as well as raspberry liqueur and limoncello. For more information, visit 18vodka.com. –C–

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BEST SEATS IN THE HOUSE Klipsch Music Center’s VIP experience sounds like music to our ears

Story by Katherine Coplen Photos courtesy of Klipsch Music Center

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Where are your seats for the show?

If you’re in Live Nation’s Premium Seats program at Klipsch Music Center in Noblesville, central Indiana’s largest outdoor music venue, they’re somewhere pretty choice. And for most members of that program, those choice seats will be yours all season long.

Klipsch Music Center, owned and operated by concert giant Live Nation, brings in approximately 500,000 people for concerts each year. But a select few of those guests experience these shows in a totally different — and extremely high end — way.

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West, music lover and VIP customer since the beginning, has been there for all 26 seasons.

“There have been numerous memorable shows, some of which I have enjoyed so much that if the show were to be repeated the next evening, I would have attended again,” he says.

West makes specific mention of the care the venue’s staff takes to ensure a positive concert-going experience. “The VIP staff is focused on accommodating the customer and sincerely cares about the customer having a comfortable, entertaining experience,” he says. “I’ve always been confident that the VIP staff will go out of their way in order to ensure that my family, guests and clients will have a first-class experience.”

Those experiences are standard for each season’s Premium Seats program customers, says Robert Lower, director of sales for Premium Seats.

Not much changes, he says, except “the number of shows that we have and what shows that we have. This year, what’s new is that our season program guarantees (guests can attend) 25 concerts.”

“The outdoor concert experience is a unique one, and few things compare to a night under the stars, singing your favorite songs with thousands of your closest friends.”

— ANDREW NEWPORT

“The VIP experience isn’t designed around one particular aspect of the concert experience,” says Andrew Newport, Klipsch Music Center general manager. “It’s designed to be an enhancement to every aspect of the experience. The outdoor concert experience is a unique one, and few things compare to a night under the stars, singing your favorite songs with thousands of your closest friends.”

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THE VIP DETAILS PARKING: “You’ll be able to park in the VIP parking lot, a private section that gets guests in and out much more quickly than from the main lot,” says Robert Lower, director of sales for Premium Seats.

Robert Lower and Erin Mullen, both directors of sales for Premium Seats

VIP CLUB: This tented area offers air conditioning in the club and restrooms, plus multiple bars, a sitdown restaurant and live music before each show.

THE RESTAURANT: “Call in advance to reserve a table,” suggests Erin Mullen, another director of sales for Premium Seats. “Our restaurant opens an hour before the public gates do. You can sit down and order dinner from a menu, (and) you can sit inside the club or out in the patio.” The restaurant typically has featured specials on the menu, plus typical pub fare.

THE SEATS: There are nine six-seat boxes in ultra-premium spots, including four flanking the venue’s sound booth. There are also 91 four-seat boxes throughout the pavilion. Prices for boxes (which include food and beverage service) run into the low five figures, but individual VIP seats in the upper pavilion start around $4,000 per seat for the entire season. Food and beverage service to the suites includes VIP Club food and premium drinks. “If a client wants Ritter’s ice cream, their server will deliver,” Mullen says. “We have about 70 to 80 percent renewal rate year to year at Klipsch Music Center,” Mullen says of clients who return to claim VIP spots through the Premium Seats program.

MEET AND GREETS: The one aspect of the VIP experience Klipsch doesn’t provide is the meet and greet. That’s because, Lower says, meet and greets “have really become a marketable commodity for the tours.” Fans looking to meet their favorite music artists can visit individual band websites to find more information on backstage possibilities.

The music center, however, does occasionally host events for season ticket holders that offer opportunities to go on stage, Lower says. “(Last year), we did a banquet on the stage as kind of a season kickoff, and folks got to tour the backstage area,” he adds. –C–

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THE 2015 SEASON

Robert Lower says that while VIP tickets for individual shows are available, the Premium Seats program usually accommodates many more season ticket holders than individual purchasers. According to Lower, VIP tickets for mini-season (a pre-determined amount of shows) and single shows will be available for purchase in mid-April through ticket sales websites like Ticketmaster. For the full-season Premium Seats program, concertgoers must go directly through the VIP General Information line at (317) 2492752 to purchase tickets.

At press time, shows by retro glam songstress Lana Del Rey, Australian boy band 5 Seconds of Summer, and Nickelback were booked for the music center’s 27th season. More shows will be announced throughout the spring.

MAY 28: Lana Del Rey – Endless Summer Tour JULY 11: Nickelback: No Fixed Address Tour JULY 29: Vans Warped Tour Presented by Journeys AUG. 22: 5 Seconds of Summer: Rock Out with Your Socks Out Tour AUG. 27: Foo Fighters World Tour

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Konbit Lasante pou Limonad board members have captured many images of the poverty in Haiti. (Photos by Sarah Grey)

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Story by Catherine Whittier

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ou might not have heard of Limonade.

With 50,000 residents, this small agricultural community in the northern part of Haiti has roughly the same population as Columbus.

That might be where the similarities end.

According to research by Children’s Place International, 86 percent of families are living on one meal a day; 80 percent of the Haitian population lives below the poverty line, with 54 percent living in abject poverty.

It might be easy to dismiss these sufferings of people in a faraway land, but Haiti is closer than you might think. “Limonade is only one and a half hours from Miami by plane. It’s actually closer to Indianapolis than Las Vegas,” says Columbus resident Dave Shaw. “The Haitians are our neighbors, and that makes helping them more significant and more special.” Shaw is a board member of Konbit Lasante pou Limonad (also known simply as Konbit), a small but mighty Columbus-based nonprofit organization that works to improve the lives of the residents of Limonade, Haiti.

The organization has six board members, some of

whom have never set foot in Haiti. Born as a branch of the faith-based Friends of Haiti organization, Konbit Lasante pou Limonad translates to “working together for health in Limonade.” The Haitian-Creole word “konbit” is particularly appropriate; it describes a cooperative team of people working together for a common purpose.

The Need According to Konbit’s website, Haiti is the poorest country in the Western hemisphere. HIV/AIDS is a leading cause of death, resulting in some 188,000 deaths in Haiti per year. Diseases largely conquered in other parts of the West are of grave concern in Haiti, says Konbit board member Sarah Grey.

“Cholera has killed almost 9,000 people in Haiti.

It has been everywhere,” she says. “In flooded areas, with the rains, the cholera numbers just soar, and without supplies, without potable water, without sanitation, it’s a losing battle.”

Health care is provided by the Ministry of Health, but according to statistics provided in 2012 by the World Health Organization, health care

Columbus organization hopes to

create sustainable change

“The Haitians are our neighbors, and that makes helping them more significant and more special.”

—DAVE SHAW

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spending is $84 per capita. Simply put, government infrastructure does not provide for adequate health care, and most of the hospitals are run by non-governmental organizations. Much of the health care is provided by initiatives that are focused on individual diseases or specific projects, and the country is largely without a strong health care infrastructure.

Rooted in Change Enter Konbit Lasante pou Limonad, six people who hope to change the face of health care in Limonade. Established in 2006 and now headed by current board members Tina Vujovich (who serves as the chairwoman), Dave and Suzanne Shaw, Sarah Grey, Joe Shafran and Kathleen Sheehy, the group works to increase Limonade citizens’ access to primary health care.

The organization was born of the relationships that developed through Columbus’ St. Bartholomew Catholic Church’s Friends of Haiti (FOH). This education-based ministry began its work in Haiti in 1992, in partnership with St. Anne’s of Limonade. As the mission continued to grow, it became clear that Limonade citizens faced more than a lack of education. There was also a lack of access to health care.

A small group of those working with FOH began brainstorming about how to deal with the health care issue; Konbit was the result. Dave Harpenau, a founding member of FOH who later served as chairman of Konbit, explains that because a significant amount of additional funds would be necessary to address the issues of health care, it became clear that it was time to seek the involvement of organizations outside the church.

But initially the board members weren’t sure how their program would manifest itself.

“When we started we envisioned opening a small hospital or an independent clinic, but we found that was just a little too much to bite off,’ says Grey. “Instead, we found a business model that would work for us.”

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Konbit Lasante pou Limonad P.O. Box 1801, Columbus konbitlasante.org

Model of Health “The Friends of Haiti effort found people in Limonade who were well-intentioned, very dedicated leaders in the community to run their programs,” says Vujovich.

Konbit leaders developed a model using community health care workers as a base.

These workers, known locally as ajan sante, are “themselves part of the community, themselves poor, who amplify the presence of limited health centers,” Grey says. The state clinic in Haiti provides the community with health care workers who travel to various points in the country, including Limonade. The ajan sante serve as a vital link to health care and education for area residents. Because the state clinic is administered by the severely under-

funded Haitian Ministry of Health, Konbit pays the salaries of four ajan sante.

These community health care workers provide tangible outreach to the people of Limonade and see approximately 2,000 patients per month, Vujovich says. “(They) sit with and talk to families and help them understand what they need to do in order to become more healthy,” she explains.

The ajan sante work to identify new patients and help them access the clinic, educate and raise the consciousness of the community through group meetings, discussions and school visits. During the cholera outbreak in 2010, the ajan sante provided practical knowledge for the community. “The ajan sante have been absolute-

CLOCKWISE, FROM LEFT: The Konbit board members, from left, back row: Suzanne Shaw, Kathleen Sheehy, Sarah Grey; front row: Dave Shaw, Joe Shafran, Tina Vujovich; scenes from Haiti, submitted by Konbit board member Sarah Grey; Konbit board members meet to discuss plans for upcoming work in aid of Haiti.

ly invaluable in teaching the community about the protocols for being safe and for preventing cholera and recognizing it when it happens,” Grey says. “(Cholera) is not difficult to treat.”

After establishing ties with the state clinic and hiring the ajan sante, Konbit added another group to the collaboration: Children’s Place International (CPI), a Chicago-based group that was seeking to expand HIV/AIDS services in Haiti.

“Konbit provides a broad range of support for CPI in Limonade, including the salaries and expenses of the caseworkers,” says Grey.

CPI utilizes two caseworkers in Limonade, chosen from among the local people to make regular home visits to 23 HIV/AIDS-affected

families with more than 87 children. “They are not medical personnel, but ensure that each client maintains treatment and general health care, that the families are secure, decently housed, fed, clothed, and that all the children are in school. They provide some counseling,” Grey says. “This is psycho-social work. They often accompany the client to treatment and will usually take care of obtaining and paying for meds.”

Keeping it Small Board members have little intention of growing the group. “(Konbit) was designed so that it could be small enough that we could put our hands around it and watch it and understand it,” Vujovich says.

The business model also requires strict accounting. If a board member wants to visit Haiti, they must pay their own way, Vujovich says. “Every penny (received through contributions) goes to this work, except for the stamps and the letters we send out thanking people for their contributions,” she says. “So it is real money that gets spent in a way that we said it’s really being spent.”

Vujovich is passionate about Konbit’s mission to build up and develop existing resources, in the context of the local culture, in order to create lasting change. “(Konbit’s model) was more than just flitting in and coming out, more than just doing some good and then leaving,” she explains. “We have a sustainable existence there.” –C–

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A Good Home Nigeria native finds ways to contribute to his adopted community

Story by Jen Bingham | Photos by Chet Strange

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he contrasts between Cummins software engineer Henry Egbo’s hometown of Lagos, Nigeria, and Columbus are striking. Lagos, the largest city in Africa, is home to 21 million people. At 45,000 people, Columbus is Indiana’s 21st largest city. At almost 6,000 miles away, Henry is a far cry from Lagos. The software engineer who began working in Columbus in 2010 hasn’t been back to Lagos since January 2009.

But the contrast in population, the distance and the time away from his native land suit Henry, 32, and his wife, Ivy Egbo, 29, just fine.

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is very rich in architecture and diversity for its size,” he says. In Columbus, he has found a new home that exposes him to new cultures, and it remains a safe nest for the couple, who are expecting their first child in late March.

“I have an opportunity to work with people from all over the world,” Henry says.

“Places you only just read (about) in books.

Now it’s reality. It helps you to put a lot of things in perspective.”

Although Henry admits he at times longs for a bigger city, he and Ivy, a registered nurse at Columbus Regional Hospital, enjoy the small setting as the backdrop of their lives. Their journeys to Columbus begin with a love story.

The Roots of Romance Henry and Ivy are both from Nigeria, but the only language they share is English.

Henry speaks English, Ibo and Yoruba; Ivy speaks English and Benin.

Ivy likes it when Henry calls her “nwayani oma,” Ibo for “good woman.”

“It’s about purity of the heart,” he says of the phrase. Even when geography got in the way, the couple, who first met in 2006 as students at Nigeria’s Obafemi Awolowo University, have both had purity of the heart on their side.

Not long after they met, Ivy moved to Chicago, and the two conducted a long-distance relationship. Henry got his bachelor of science in electrical engineering and was accepted into an electrical engineering master’s program at the University of Idaho in 2009. On his own in Moscow, Idaho, he would walk by himself to the nearest WalMart just to get out of his apartment.

“I was coming to the American system where everybody minds their own business,” he says. It was different from the friendlier community he left in Africa. Both Egbos now credit the other with keeping the relationship going; during the times they were apart, Ivy’s now-husband called her every day.

“I thought, ‘This is really good,’ and I stayed with him,” Ivy says. “It took a lot of courage to stay in the relationship, and I wasn’t disappointed at all. He’s so responsible; he makes me laugh a lot, and he’s so caring and giving. I like how ambitious he is.”

Ivy joined Henry in Idaho later in 2009 and finished a bachelor’s in nursing from

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Since moving to Columbus, Henry, pictured left with Cummins president and chief operating officer Rich Freeland and below with Norbert Nusterer (left), Cummins vice president of parts business. Right: Egbo prepares dinner with his wive, Ivy Egbo (center) and his visiting mother-in-law, Comfort Igbinoba.

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Lewis-Clark State College. Both Egbos value higher education, and each serves as an inspiration for the other.

“I look up to him for my own career path,” Ivy says. “I want to go to the highest I can be because I want to be like him.”

Henry and Ivy married in 2012.

Volunteerism The Egbos came to Columbus in 2010; Henry had learned about Cummins through a good friend who was working for the diesel engine company.

“First, I felt Columbus was a really small town, and I was disappointed that Cummins was located in such a small place,” he says.

“But within a couple of days, I realized that Columbus was actually very big in a lot of other ways, such as diversity of the people, sports and architecture.”

Since moving to Indiana, Henry has started working toward his MBA at Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business. He also has turned his eye to volunteerism. Working through the Cummins corporate responsibility initiative, he volunteers his time with the McDowell Education Center, an organization that focuses on adult education. In his role with McDowell, he helps find engagement 52

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opportunities for Cummins employees.

“When (McDowell has) a need, we try to link them with volunteers who can fulfill those needs,” he says.

It was a role Henry helped launch in 2013 with Cummins former corporate responsibility coordinator Ryanne Fenimore.

“When Henry said he wanted to be involved, just knowing him as a person, I jumped at the chance because I knew that he would bring a lot of warmth,” she says.

Henry and Fenimore began building a bridge to McDowell. They studied techniques to decide what would help with student retention. Henry worked with Cummins employees to find volunteers.

Such liaison roles require a particular finesse, Fenimore says, and the right person

would be tactful and kind. “I knew I could send (Henry) in to work with them, and I wouldn’t have to worry at all about him saying something out of turn or anything like that,” she says. “I think any time that you have someone who believes in it and does it because of their values and it’s coming from the heart, we always have a lot easier time recruiting people.”

A key element of his volunteerism, Henry says, is paying attention to other people and thinking consciously about how to make others comfortable.

“I think people become comfortable with you when they have the feeling that you’re interested in them,” he said. “That is what a friend is. It doesn’t matter where we are from.

We are all human beings; we can communi-

cate. We all want good things out of life.”

“I have an opportunity to work with people from all over the world. Places you only just read (about) in books.

Now it’s reality.”

—HENRY EGBO

Picture perfect Columbus has, at this point, afforded the Egbos those good things life can offer. In addition to a house and a quick commute, Henry has plenty of opportunity to play soccer. He participates on the Cummins African and African American Affinity Group soccer team in the summer, and he plays in the Columbus adult summer/fall leagues organized locally.

Columbus is their nest, with the pair setting up roost in a housing development near the Bartholomew County Fairgrounds.

Although Henry admits there are times he would prefer a larger city, Ivy enjoys the smaller environment. Both appreciate the

calm, reserved pace of Columbus.

“Let me put it in context,” Henry says. “If I built a house back home, I would need to put in a fence, a 9- or 10-foot fence around the house. Some people put wire around the fence, and some pass electricity through it. Compare that to here, where you don’t even need a perimeter fence around your house, and you can travel and you don’t think about it.”

As they await the arrival of their first child and plan a return visit to Nigeria in 2016, the Egbos have decided to stay put.

Although they are not sure what cities and countries lie in their future, Columbus is home for now.

“For sure, we’ll be around here for the next two years, that much I can tell you,” Henry says. –C– Columbus Magazine

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Story by Alisa Advani

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Local resources give practical advice for diabetes management

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hough both Types 1 and 2 diabetes can be controlled with diet, exercise and vigilant selfcare, the numbers of Americans with the disease are still alarming. According to the American Diabetes Association, 29.1 million people, or 9.3 percent of the U.S. population, has diabetes.

Both forms of diabetes can surface from a number of causes, like stress, lifestyle choices and environmental triggers. In a world free from frosted cupcakes, however, diabetes might cease to exist. But in the real world, cupcakes and all, practical advice from knowledgeable sources is needed to regulate this prevalent illness.

“The overall objectives of diabetes education are to support informed decision making, self-care behaviors, problem solving and active collaboration with the health

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care team and to improve clinical outcomes, health status and quality of life,” says Lucina Kessler, a clinical nurse who serves as program coordinator for Columbus Regional Hospital Outpatient Diabetes Services. Kessler is also a certified diabetes educator.

In Indiana, Kessler says, 11 percent of adults have some form of diabetes, and one in four of those people don’t know that they diabetes.

“It’s the damage that’s occurring without our awareness that causes a problem,” Kessler says. “Some of it is making sure that you are connected with your primary care provider for a proper screening.”

The causes Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that controls the

level of sugar glucose in the blood; it is the only hormone that permits cells to use glucose for energy. Without insulin, glucose continues to build up in the bloodstream to the point that it becomes toxic and wreaks havoc throughout the body. Built-up glucose is specifically harmful to the blood vessels, kidneys, eyes and feet.

For both types of diabetes, symptoms include excessive thirst, frequent urination, fatigue and blurry vision said Dr. Blake Erdel, a physician at Diabetes and Endocrinology Specialists, a Franciscan Physician Network practice. Erdel sees patients every Wednesday at Columbus’ Primary & Specialty Care office.

The differences between the two types lie in their causes.

The exact cause of Type 1 diabetes is unknown, but researchers point to an autoimmune attack on the insulin-producing cells within the pancreas. This assault leaves the patient with little or no insulin production and, as a result, with cells that are unable to effectively process sugar.

Type 2 diabetes is the more prevalent form of the disease. It occurs when the body either doesn’t make enough insulin or can’t utilize its own insulin as well as it should.

Multiple genetic, environmental and behavioral factors play a role in the onset of Type 2 diabetes. Although not everyone with Type 2 diabetes is overweight, being overweight

For local diabetic patients who seek more hands-on counsel, Columbus Regional Hospital was recently named an accredited diabetes education program by the American Association of Diabetes Educators.

The program offers information regarding diabetes and treatment options, including family involvement, nutrition management, prevention, detection and treatment of complications, stress and emotional adjustment and more.

For more information, visit crh.org/ services/diabetes-services.aspx.

CRH’s certified Diabetic educators, from left, back: Cecilia Owens, RD; Laurie Elmes, PharmD; Lucina Kessler, ACNS, BC; front from left: Sheri Couch, BSN, RN; Amparo Caudell, health coach. Photo courtesy of CRH.

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dramatically increases the risk of progressing from pre-diabetes to full-blown disease. The median age of onset of Type 2 diabetes is 54 for both men and women.

Feet first As diabetes progresses, damage to the nerves and vasculature in the foot can cause serious problems. Poor circulation makes it difficult for the body to fight infection and heal, leaving feet particularly vulnerable. Compounding the issue is neuropathy, or nerve damage, which leads to a lessened ability to feel pain, heat or cold. This loss of feeling often means a foot injury can be missed and lead to infections.

The presence of both poor circulation and diabetic neuropathy create a vicious circle of health concerns for patients.

Dr. Patrick DeHeer, a podiatrist who practices at Hoosier Foot and Ankle in Columbus, often sees the complications that arise from the coupling of neuropathy and a pathological condition like a bunion or a skin condition like a callus. “The combination in diabetics leads to a breakdown in the skin’s integrity, which in turn leads to an ulceration (open sore),” he says. Infections in these wounds often go undiagnosed because of the pre-existing neuropathy, creating a dangerous scenario. “If the patient has peripheral arterial disease combined with an open wound, an infection may set in, and the result is often amputation.”

DeHeer recommends that his patients maintain their blood sugar levels, check their feet daily, looking for cuts, bruises, sores and blisters, and have their feet examined thoroughly during regularly scheduled doctor’s visits. He also suggests that diabetics see a podiatrist at least annually, depending on their risk category.

Dietary concerns A portion of diabetes management is related to diet, Kessler says. Because carbohydrates contain micronutrients that raise the blood sugar and cause shifts in insulin levels in the body, diabetics are advised to count carbs. This requires reading labels.

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Hope Coatsworth, a former nurse who trained as a nutritionist, suggests that people avoid eating foods with ingredients they cannot pronounce. Photo by Chet Strange

“In understanding how to carb count, we look at the total carbs in a product,” Kessler says.

Hope Coatsworth, owner of Columbus’ Exhale with Hope, a nutrition, massage and wellness practice, regularly sees diabetes patients who utilize diet and exercise to improve their overall lab results.

A former nurse, Hope Coatsworth, trained at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in more than 100 dietary theories. Coatsworth suggests that, when in doubt, diabetics stick to the outside aisles of the grocery store where the freshest foods can be found. Coatsworth recommends green vegetables such as leafy greens, broccoli, cabbage; non-starchy vegetables, including mushrooms, onion, garlic and eggplant; beans, lentils and legumes; nuts and seeds, including walnuts, almonds and pumpkin seeds; and fresh fruit, such as berries, kiwi and oranges. These nutritional choices provide Coatsworth’s clients with fiber, antioxidants and other vital nutrients. A diet high in fresh produce also will help to lower glucose levels and weight.

Portion control and content are both important, Erdel says.

“I am a big proponent of healthy eating,” he says. “I think the old adage of a well-balanced diet and avoiding things that are unhealthy for you, with emphasis on knowing that foods high in carbohydrates will have more impact on poor blood sugar is very important for patients.”

The ABCs of Diabetes Because Type 2 diabetes is now so common in the United States, educational resources are available nationally and locally. Although these guidelines should not be used in place of your physician’s advice, both local and national experts, ranging from nurses to podiatrists, have weighed in on diabetes. Here are the ABCs of diabetes diagnosis and care.

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for the A1C Test: The A1C test is a common blood test used to diagnose Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. The A1C test goes by other names, including glycated hemoglobin, hemoglobin A1C and HbA1c, but regardless of the name, the test results reflect the patient’s average blood sugar level for the past two to three months. Specifically, the A1C test measures what percentage of the patient’s hemoglobin, a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen, is coated with sugar (glycated). A higher A1C level reflects poorer blood sugar control and higher risk of diabetes complications.

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for Blood Pressure: High blood pressure stresses the body in much the same way as diabetes, only through a different disease mechanism. Over time, if the force of blood flow is too high, the tissue that makes up the artery walls gets stretched beyond its healthy limit, causing damage within the vessels of the brain, heart, kidneys, legs and feet. In the already-stressed vascular structure of diabetic patients, this onetwo punch proves especially perilous.

The American Diabetes Association recommends a blood pressure goal for diabetic patients of 130/80 to 140/80.

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for Cholesterol: Diabetes tends to lower HDL cholesterol levels and raise triglycerides and LDL cholesterol, which increases the risk for heart disease and stroke. This common condition is called diabetic dyslipidemia. Cholesterol, a soft, waxy substance found in the cells and the bloodstream, plays an important role in overall health. The body needs an ample supply of good cholesterol, or HDL. Like a subway system, the HDL cholesterol transports fats out of the arteries. The bad cholesterol, LDL, should be kept to a minimum as it causes fats to accumulate in the arteries, causing atherosclerosis. –C–

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In Sink

Story by Teresa Nicodemus | Submitted photos

Sorry, boring bathroom sinks.

You’ve had your day.

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Contemporary bathroom fixtures are busting out of the staid, standard designs of the past. Sinks have stepped into the spotlight, and as local interior designers are helping to prove, a well-appointed sink can be a great asset in an interior designer’s arsenal of tools.

“Sinks are now a part of the design choice in bathroom design and are seen as serving both ‘form and function,’ becoming an important element in the total interior scheme of the bathroom,” says Susan Brook, interior designer and owner of Susan Brook Interiors in Columbus.

Planning stages When planning your bathroom, the first step is to consider the end user, says Lindsey Hooker, owner of Creative Concepts Planning & Design.

Many clients favor large, user-friendly sinks with trough-style bowls for their master baths. A children’s bathroom requires a sink that’s durable and easy to clean. A powder room, where a sink is primarily used for washing hands, is the perfect location for a statement sink.

For any bathroom, make sure you pick a sink you will enjoy for a long time.

Replacing sinks often means changing the surrounding materials, causing extra costs and headaches.

Material world Maybe you’ve never had wild expectations about bathroom sinks, but now you can.

The market is filled with material options and finishes, all of which lend their own touches to bathroom design.

A stainless steel sink gives a bathroom an industrial edge. White marble or porcelain generally fit into a more traditional or elegant bath. Copper and dark stone bowls radiate a rustic vibe, and glass and enameled iron add a modern feel as well as a splash of color, Hooker says.

Color still plays an important role in bathroom design. Popular sink palettes include a variety of natural tones, such as gray, aqua, blue or white.

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“Re-purposing old pieces of furniture for vanities is becoming popular, and vessel sinks are the perfect option.”

—SUSAN BROOK

Vessel of success For an additional touch of design flair, Columbus-based interior designer Bruce Pollert of Pollert Design Associates recommends vessel sinks — especially in smaller bathrooms where guests simply need to freshen up. Vessel sinks rest on the vanity or counter space, rather than in it, such as an under-mount sink, freeing up space in the cabinet below that would normally have been taken up the sink bowl and allowing for more storage space.

“Vessel sinks are more fanciful and work great in a powder room,” Pollert says.

“You will see more variety in finishes and textures with vessel bowls from hammered copper, bronze and custom-made pottery to textured glass. Copper sinks require more maintenance and should only be cleaned with a mild detergent.”

Additionally, Hooker says, vessel sinks give you more decorative options.

“Vessel bowls that sit above the counter — or even drop-in sinks — offer dimension and interesting detail,” Hooker says. “These spaces are generally smaller, and the sink and vanity area can become the focal points.”

One direction that’s trending in bathroom design is topping a piece of vintage furniture with a vessel sink.

“The saying, ‘If you like it, put a sink on it’ rings true for vessel sinks,” Brook says.

“Re-purposing old pieces of furniture for vanities is becoming popular, and vessel sinks are the perfect option.”

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Another twist Other than vessel styles, console sinks can add an unexpected touch to modern bathroom design. The back of a console sink is bolted to the wall with decorative legs supporting the front of the sink and countertop, Brook says.

The legs can be in porcelain or a mix of wood and chrome. A bar is usually designed in the front for towels. The drain plumbing is exposed underneath the sink.

“This style adds an airy, contemporary appearance,” Brook says. “If storage is not an issue, this can be a stylish choice.”

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Finishing touch Faucets and hardware add the final decorative punch to the bathroom sink, and gold tones offer the finishing flourish for today’s elegant, modern sinks. But don’t expect the old polished brass you remember from the 1990s, Hooker says. Today’s gold tones are warm and inviting — not brassy.

“Always pay attention to other metal finishes in the room, such as lighting fixtures and door hardware. It’s best to complement these as much as possible,” she says. –C–

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Happy Returns Sarah and Bob Schwartzkopf injected a fresh sense of style into his childhood home Story by Jon Shoulders | Photos by April Knox

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When Columbus natives Bob and Sarah Schwartzkopf moved into their three-bedroom, three-bathroom home on Harrison Lake after completing several renovations and additions, it was simultaneously a fresh, new undertaking and a trip down memory lane.

In 2007, Bob and Sarah were living in a spacious 1880s home in downtown Columbus when his mother and father proposed a bold idea: Bob and Sarah would move in with Bob’s parents and help the senior Schwartzkopfs manage their nearly one-acre property.

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“Dad suggested that they build an apartment onto one end for themselves and have us move into the house,” Bob says. “We thought it sounded really good, especially to be on the lake, so we decided to do the add-on (where his parents would live) and make a few changes to the existing structure.”

Bob and Sarah were born and raised in Columbus, meeting initially when they were in the second grade at St. Peter’s Lutheran School on Fifth Street. In 1969, when Bob was 9, his family moved into the Harrison Lake house. They remained casual acquaintances through their elementary and high school years at Columbus North High School before going on their first date a few years after they graduated from college.

After getting married, the couple chose to live in their hometown, and for the past 28 years, Sarah has commuted each morning from Columbus to Rowland Design, a company she co-owns in downtown Indianapolis. The award-winning firm specializes in commercial and residential

Sarah and Bob Schwartzkopf's Harrison Lake home is the result of their renovations to Bob's childhood home. TOP: They updated their kitchen with sleek stainless steel.

BELOW, LEFT: Hallie’s bedroom.

BELOW, RIGHT: The other side of the Schwartzkopfs’ bedroom/ living room, which is a build-out of their porch.

interior design, architecture and graphic design. Rowland Design’s projects have included suites at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indy, the Indiana University Cinema & Drama Theatre in Bloomington and the historic Charley Creek Inn building in Wabash. Bob works for Rowland Design as an architectural contractor.

Revamping one’s childhood home might seem like a daunting project to some, but the couple’s professional experience made the renovation project not only simpler, but also enjoyable. Bob, an architect by trade with a degree from Ball State University, drafted plans based on his father’s ideas for the addition, which is connected to the three-car garage and includes three bedrooms, a family room and a laundry room.

Sarah, a Purdue University grad, applied three decades of interior design experience to the existing home and the addition.

The home’s former front entrance now serves as a connecting door between the two wings. Bob and Sarah built the new front entrance for their home onto what used to be Bob’s sister’s bedroom.

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FROM TOP LEFT: The Schwartzkopfs have made their porch into a bedroom; a stunning table is always topped with an eye-catching centerpiece; their love of details shows through even in their bathroom; a collection of African art is showcased on small boxes; they relax in their entryway/library.

2,400-square-foot home, the Schwartzkopfs installed bookshelves along the walls of their new front entryway, creating a welcoming library at the front of the house. They replaced the full wall between the kitchen and living room, installing a partial wall with sliding, frosted glass doors. The windows in each bedroom were replaced with two sets of French doors. The Schwartzkopfs converted several small rooms on the home’s lower level into a single large bedroom with an accompanying full bathroom.

In the book-lined entryway, one of Bob’s abstract paintings, which he completed in the home’s lower level art studio, hangs next to a piano that belonged to his parents.

Furniture and art acquired from antique stores, auctions and flea markets throughout central Indiana are sprinkled throughout the home. Finds include Eastern-inspired sculpture as well as several living room pieces acquired from Midland Arts & Antiques Market near downtown Indianapolis.

Bob and Sarah’s living area and kitchen feature a consistent white, gray and black color scheme infused with plenty of natural sunlight throughout. The kitchen is outfitted with a stainless steel table Sarah says is “used for everything.” Features include a sizable island with a granite countertop and a wall oven that Bob’s mother had installed in the 1970s.

Sarah says the biggest challenge throughout the design process was “working within our budget while knowing all the cool and mostly expensive things out there in the design world.”

Bob, 55, and Sarah, 56, spend the majority of their time in a family room that looks directly onto Harrison Lake. Formerly a screened-in porch, the room can be entered from the kitchen, the living room and the backyard. “It’s pretty much where we live most of the time, and it’s where people tend to gather when we have company,” Sarah says.

A master bedroom, a dining room and a second bedroom, which is occupied by the Schwartzkopfs’13-year-old daughter, Hallie, round out the home’s upper level.

“It was probably not the best idea to add the French doors to (Hallie’s) room, but so far she hasn’t figured out that it could be a great escape route,” Sarah says with a laugh.

A flight of backlit stairs leads to the lower level, which features a third bedroom and bathroom, an office where they plan to add built-in bookshelves, and an art studio.

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A painter since his teenage years, Bob has exhibited his artwork at several events, including ORANJE, a contemporary art and music festival, and the Broad Ripple Art Fair, both in Indianapolis.

A cityscape mural that adorns a large portion of the downstairs’ bedroom walls is the result of Sarah taking her work home with her.

“It was a mural in panels that was in my office sitting in the back room for years,” she explains. “They were going to throw it away, and I said, ‘No way.’ We had used it as a backdrop for trade shows, and it was getting really tattered, so I brought it home.”

During warmer months, they occasion-

ally fire up the grill on their back patio and enjoy dinners overlooking the lake while hosting friends and family. They own a boat but do not venture out onto Harrison Lake as much as they’d like to.

“Our work day is very long,” Sarah says. “Weekends are usually spent getting Hallie to and from sporting events and the usual chores around the house.”

These days, the Schwartzkopfs spend their free time relaxing at friends’ houses, dining at a few favorite restaurants, including Henry Social Club on Washington Street, and visiting their elder daughter, Mary, 30, and her husband, Matt, in Tampa, Florida, several times per year.

“We’ve always liked Columbus, and we made a conscious choice to stay here,” Bob says. “Growing up, we had our choice of sports, arts, music and different kinds of lessons that you could be involved in. There’s just a lot to offer for a town this size, and it has a slightly different vibe than many other cities. Hopefully that continues.” –C–

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OPPOSITE, TOP: The Schwartzkopfs' guest bedroom is completed by a mural on the walls, recycled from Sarah's work. BOTTOM: The home's entryway is lined with books.

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Art is coming into and going out of Columbus at a growing rate Story by CJ Woodring | Photos by April Knox Mention “art, architecture and Indiana” in one sentence and chances are you’re talking about Columbus.

Art has flourished in this small city, winning it national accolades and adulation. Bragging rights are secured with 80 architecturally significant works, seven of which are National Historic Landmarks, and nearly as many public works of art by local and international artists and designers.

Not bad for a town with a population of 45,000 people.

“Columbus has always punched above its weight class,” says Karen Shrode, executive director for the Columbus Area Arts Council. “It’s something that we do. We’re a scrappy little bunch.”

One need only to look at the works of Jean Tinguely (“Chaos I” at The Commons) and Henry Moore (“Large Arch” on the Bartholomew County Public Library plaza) to see Columbus has a tradition of importing art, a tradition the town is continuing with the Sculpture Biennial.

Now, Columbus is getting into the business of exporting art. With talent arriving to live and work in this city, local artists strive to exhibit both locally and outside the Hoosier state.

“Importing art is nothing new to the city, nor is exporting it,” Shrode says. “But this is a new wave of work. It’s a new way in which artists and industry are working together to export art. That’s certainly a new twist on things and a new focus on industry.”

OPPOSITE PAGE: Detail of a piece by artists Jennifer Riley and Emily Kennerk, collaborators with ties to Columbus.

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Eight sculptures join city’s public art lineup for two-year run

In 2013 the city formed the Columbus Arts District, one of just five official Indiana Arts Districts. The inaugural project, Columbus Indiana Sculpture Biennial, is intended to serve as a launching point for facilitating the city’s public art master plan. It was funded through private donations and a $25,000 Efroymson Award for Excellence in Cultural Tourism Development.

A call to artists went out in November 2013. By the time the call closed, the Sculpture Biennial had garnered more than 200 potential submissions of large sculpture in diverse media. Eight pieces were selected.

Installation began in June in various high-traffic areas within the Arts District, and pieces will remain until the latter part of 2016. Winners were awarded a $3,000 stipend when their work was installed.

“When you say ‘Columbus,’ there’s an elevation of response,” says David Kadlec, who was tapped to curate and manage the project. “There’s a great arts history here that made it tastier for people, because artists like to submit where they’ll be spotted, and Columbus has a reputation for going beyond what they have to do to get the job done.”

Kadlec and his wife, local dentist Susie Sawin, are both artists. He moved to Columbus from Indianapolis three years ago and opened Jacksson Contemporary Art, located within the Arts District. The gallery closed in June, allowing Kadlec to focus on curating the Sculpture Biennial, a role that he describes as both difficult and gratifying.

“My proposal to Karen (Shrode), with which she agreed, was that this should be juried,” he said. “I believed we wanted a singular vision, not to turn it into a committee process or a popularity contest. I’ve caught some flak for it, but that’s OK.” Kadlec looked for pieces that “personally delighted” him and were also timely and significant. Plans for future Sculpture Biennials include two-year rotating exhibits, when art that’s been in the city will be swapped for new art, unless the pieces become permanent fixtures, as did two inclusions from the 2006 Columbus Sculpture Invitational.

Inclusions in the Columbus Indiana Sculpture Biennial 1. “Oscill8” (Nicole Beck, Chicago), 538 Franklin St., Heritage Fund courtyard 2. “It’s All About Electricity” (Richard Herzog, Sarasota, Florida), Bartholomew County Courthouse lawn 3. “Decathexis” (Anthony Heinz May, Brooklyn, New York), Columbus City Hall lawn 4. “Flamenco” (Ruth Migdal, Chicago), corner of Fourth and Washington streets

5. “Nexus” (Sam Spiczka, Sauk Rapids, Minnesota), corner of 11th and Jackson streets 6. “Emergence” (Eric Stephenson, Chicago), Bartholomew County Courthouse lawn

Pending installations Columbus Sculpture Biennial curator David Kadlec stands behind “Emergence” and in front of “It’s All About Electricity,” both on display as part of the Biennial.

7. “Acquisitions and Accusations: The King” (Matthew Davey, Indianapolis), 333 Second St., The Republic lawn 8. “Counterpoint” (Dale Enochs, Bloomington), Brown and Second streets, Robert Garton Plaza

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Jennifer Riley, left, and Emily Kennerk exported "Big Bright Steel" to New York City.

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‘Big Bright Steel,’ fabricated locally by Jennifer Riley and Emily Kennerk, is on permanent display in Manhattan “Big Bright Steel” is imposing even in its New York City residence. The 60-by-8-by-8-foot piece was conceptualized by two Indiana-based artists and fabricated right here in Columbus.

Then it was exported and installed in its New York home: a spiraling, 29-story luxury rental complex in Manhattan, known as The Mercedes House, located on West 54th Street, between 10th and 11th avenues.

Artist Jennifer Riley’s initial reaction, upon learning that the steel sculpture she and Emily Kennerk created in collaboration with Noblitt Fabricating would be installed in New York, was as might be expected.

“I was just like, ‘Wow!’” Riley says. “A permanent work in Manhattan! That’s just so exciting and would be something eternal. Imagine knowing there are steel scraps from Cummins being displayed in Manhattan.”

Initially, Kennerk, a native Hoosier and practicing artist for the past 20 years, was slightly less enthusiastic.

“I was excited and thought it a perfect fit and a different take on the industry,” Kennerk says. “But I hadn’t seen the site and was a little skeptical if it would work. So I went up and looked at it—and it’s kind of an awkward space—but for this, it was perfect. So then I was ecstatic.”

“Big Bright Steel” was constructed from painted and layered laser-cut steel repurposed from the diesel engine production industry, specifically from Columbus’ own Cummins Inc. The artists created print and designs on paper and fabric; Noblitt provided time, labor and 70 large scrap steel sheets.

The pair came to collaborate after Riley and her husband saw Kennerk’s work in a Columbus sculpture show.

Connecticut-born Riley spent several years in Boston and is now a resident in the DUMBO neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. She divides her time between studios in Columbus and Brooklyn, serving as curator at the Indiana University Center for Art and Design (IUCA+D) in Columbus and teaching critical writing and studio practice at the Henry Radford Hope School of Fine Art, Bloomington.

Kennerk earned degrees from the Herron School of Art and Design in Indianapolis and the Cranbrook Academy of Art, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. She now lives and works in Zionsville.

Riley approached Kennerk about the collaboration and the beginning of “Big Bright Steel” was born.

“When I saw the fabricated pieces, I asked (Kennerk) to come down (from Zionsville),” Riley says.

“She saw what I saw, and we began talking about what we could do together.”

“Right off the bat, we were on the same page,” Kennerk says.

Initially called “A Collaboration in Steel,” the sculpture was exhibited in early 2014 at the IUCA+D. Riley had described the project to a New York business acquaintance. After seeing photos of the completed work, the woman told Riley she had a perfect space for it, describing the Mercedes House, where she serves as cultural affairs director.

Because the space is smaller than the IUCA+D gallery, the duo used more steel in a smaller sculpture, which breaks down like a deck of cards. After painting the exterior background in the same color family as the steel, they layered the sheets, resulting in a three-dimensional burst of color to the streetscape. Installation took about two-and-a-half weeks.

Riley says she and Kennerk hope to collaborate on a permanent display for Columbus, believing many industries seek relationships with artists.

“National companies have had residencies in place for years,” Riley says. “But it’s becoming more popular, because they’re finding that art brings creative vision, and perhaps some distraction, to their plants.”

Kennerk said that another collaborative work is in their future.

“We feel we’ve just scratched the surface,” Kennerk says. “Working with industrial material makes you look at things you wouldn’t have before. We have a lot of fun together. Hopefully, as artists, we can continue Columbus’ legacy.”

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Self-taught furniture designer Jonathan Nesci recently showed in Columbus; the pieces then went to galleries all over the world. OPPOSITE PAGE: Kennerk and Riley hope to see more partnerships between Columbus-based industry and Columbus-based artists. BOTTOM: A detail of some of the work they have created.

No stranger to the local arts scene, Columbus resident Jonathan Nesci has emerged as a bright star on the international arts scene. His works have been featured in major design publications and exhibited globally.

Nesci and his family have called Columbus home since the spring of 2014.

A self-taught furniture designer certified in 3-D drafting, the Oak Lawn, Illinois, native began designing in 2006, held his first solo show in 2010 in Chicago and currently works with fabricators in managing production of his computer-generated designs.

In October, Nesci created a site-specific installation for the sunken grounds of Eliel Saarinen’s First Christian Church, the cornerstone of Columbus’ architectural masterpieces.

For three days, the mirror-polished tables in “100 Variations Table, 2014” added a stunning juxtaposition to the grounds, reflecting the fall landscape and Saarinen’s 1942 edifice.

“I designed the parts, and then they were laid out and laser cut,” Nesci says. “This was a diversion from (Noblitt’s) normal work, but the quality was incredible.”

Only after exhibit plans were in place did Nesci learn that a reflecting pool had once graced the grounds.

After the Columbus run of “100 Variations,” Nesci chaperoned the exhibit to Design Miami/2014, held in early December in Florida. To date, Nesci has sold 26 tables to artists in locations as far-flung as Singapore and Lima, Peru.

To produce the occasional tables, the designer collaborated with Noblitt Fabricating.

Nesci says the DNA for this type of collaboration, between artists and fabricators, was already present in Columbus. After all, he says, the former Southern Machine Co. helped in fabricating Jean Tinguely’s “Chaos I” sculpture in the 1970s.

He hopes other manufacturers will see the value in being connected to artists other than solely as financial supporters.

“I’m hoping to help my artist friends so they might be able to align with manufacturers, whether they’re working with limestone or wood or whatever,” he said. “Projects like this give everyone more options.”

“With Jonathan’s exhibits and international sales,” Shrode says, “and Jennifer’s and Emily’s sculpture in a very prominent place in Manhattan, it’s really a great thing for Columbus.” –C–

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California’s iconic Napa Valley offers endless opportunities Story by CJ Woodring | Submitted Photos

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JUST 30 MILES LONG and a few miles wide, Napa Valley is one of the world’s smallest wine-growing regions. But what it lacks in size, in makes up for in quality: More than 400 wineries (approximately 90 percent are family-owned) produce three dozen varieties of internationally acclaimed wines, from Albarino to Zinfandel.

AND THAT’S JUST FOR STARTERS. Jenni Grimmitt, co-owner of Greenwoodbased Wildflowers Salon & Spa, calls the central California region her “happy place.”

Jill Ditmire, former owner of Indy’s Mass Ave Wine Shop, says a visit to Napa Valley is “an easy way to experience wine.”

Then there’s Dean Wilson, former owner of Deano’s Vino Restaurant & Wine Bar in Fountain Square in Indianapolis and now a Napa resident. In 2013 Wilson headed west in pursuit of grape expectations — and found them. His take on the valley? “Vines and terroir. A winemaker’s dream.”

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But aside from sipping the fruit of the vine, what allure does the region hold for visitors? The answer: Six distinct communities (napavalley.com/explore) that offer a panoply of cultural events, award-winning restaurants, farm-fresh food, mineral pools, spas and upscale shopping destinations, all set against a backdrop of stunning, varied terrain.

WE HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE Native American grape varietals existed in Napa Valley prior to George Calvert Yount’s arrival. But the North Carolina

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native was the first to make wine there, planting a small vineyard in 1838. Napa’s first commercial winery was established in 1861.

Napa Valley is a place where epicurean delights pair with culture, history meets artistry and hospitable hosts await guests at every turn.

A temperate Mediterranean climate allows visitors to enjoy al fresco dining, hiking and shopping nearly every season of the year.

Fall — harvest time for wineries — is the most popular time to visit the region, and Ditmire’s favorite. “You can literally smell the juice being crushed in the air,” she says.

From 1987 to 1992 Wilson was stationed in Napa Valley with the military. Returning to Indiana following discharge, the Beech Grove native revisited the region annually, intending to return to make wine by the time he turned 50. “And I’m doing it right now,” he says, “so actually I’m about five years ahead of schedule.”

Wilson suggests visitors select a designated area, e.g., Oakville, Rutherford, Calistoga or Yountville. Scenic Silverado Trail has “some of the oldest wineries,” he says. “Stay in one area so you’re not going all over. If you want to see the entire valley, set up a four-day weekend and visit a different area each day.”

WHERE TO EAT Wineries most often offer on-site restaurants and/or picnic sites. Family-owned Andrew Lane Winery (andrewlanewines.com), for example, excels in specialty “Cheval Blanc” and “Beaujolais” breakfasts in the family’s dining room.

But along with wineries, dozens of restaurants have emerged from Calistoga to Yountville, turning the valley into a culinary mecca.

Ditmire recalls an al fresco lunch at Tra Vigne (travignerestaurant.com) as “a lovely experience,” featuring fresh, local ingredients and Old World Italy cuisine. Lunch or munch at Redd Wood (redd-wood.com), one of Grimmitt’s favorites. Owned by famed chef Richard Reddington, the laid-back eatery offers

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a diverse menu featuring wood-burning oven-baked pizzas, house-made pastas, small plates and more.

A stone farmhouse — home to a French steam laundry in the 1920s — is the setting of The French Laundry (frenchlaundry.com).

The menu changes daily at the award-winning venue, which excels in classic French cuisine and offers paired courses. Other options include St. Clair Brown Winery (stclairbrownwinery. com), a garden eatery with a microbrewery; Cole’s Chop House (coleschophouse.com) for steaks and wine in a historic setting; and Hot Island Oyster Co. (hotislandoysters. com), where hand-raised shellfish and clam chowder are the order of the day.

Inset, biking in Calistoga.

WHERE TO TASTE As a former wine critic and a certified wine taster since 1999, Ditmire has participated in tasting competitions worldwide.

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The garden eatery at St. Clair Brown Winery.

“Stay in one area so you’re not going all over. If you want to see the entire valley, set up a four-day weekend and visit a different area each day.”

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Napa Valley on her honeymoon, she says, and with all things wine, prefers venues that are off the beaten path. Ditmire, who admittedly prefers sparkling wines, recommends wines from the following wineries. Some accept visitors; others do not.

Clos Pegase Winery (clospegase.com), where art takes center stage, and Grgich Hills Estate (grgich.com). Owner Mike Grgich is a Vintner Hall of Fame inductee; his wife, Violetta, studied music at Indiana University many years ago. Louis M. Martini (louismartini.com) is steeped in history and tradition; Domaine Chandon (chandon.com) is renowned for sparkling wine and terrific still wines; étoile Restaurant is the valley’s only fine dining restaurant within a winery; and Sterling Vineyards (sterlingvineyards. com) offers a panoramic mountain view. Ride the ski chairlift into the Vaca and Mayacamas mountain ranges that abut the valley. And for dry rosés that Ditmire says are “divine,” visit Miner Family Vineyards (minerwines.com).

Grimmitt first visited Napa about 20 years ago. The cross-country vacation led to annual visits for about the past 12 years or so, most often accompanied by her husband, Eric.

“We hit the independent, sustainable spots as much as possible,” she says. “One of my favorite places is family-owned Castello di Amorosa (castellodiamorosa.com), which is modeled after a Tuscan castle. Its sister winery is V. Sattui Winery (v.sattui.com).

The exterior and tasting room of Castello di Amorosa

“Brown Estate Vineyards (brownestate. com) is also family owned and operated, and is a very cool smaller operation.”

Wilson cites Piña Napa Valley (pinanapavalley.com), Delectus Vineyard and Winery (delectuswinery.com) and Burgess Cellars as favorites. “Piña’s is owned by four brothers. They make 100 percent cabernets, no blends.”

And, of course, there’s another Indy connection: The Andretti Winery (andrettiwinery.com), located on a 53-acre estate.

In addition, don’t miss the Hess Collection Vineyards (hesscollection.com), which features a winery in a historic stone building and an art museum that showcases select works by featured artists such as Franz Gertsch and Robert Motherwell.

Ceja Vineyards (cejavineyards.com) is the creation of Pablo and Juanita Ceja, who migrated from Mexico to Napa Valley and metamorphosed from pickers to vintners. In addition to wine, the family is renowned for cuisine; recipes are featured on the website.

Grimmitt suggests purchasing discounted tasting coupons offered by most hotels and bed-and-breakfasts, as well as purchasing winery memberships. “Membership has its advantages, and nearly every place has one,” she explains. “It may not seem like much, but a few tastings every day for a group can add up.”

DiRosa in Napa features more than 200 acres of indoor and outdoor gallery space.

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WHAT TO SEE Napa vintners (napavintners.com) present new and exciting cultural attractions throughout the year, assisted by the vision and leadership of Arts Council Napa Valley (artscouncilnapavalley.org) and supported

by Napa Valley Now (napavalleynow.com), which posts an online events calendar.

Diversity notwithstanding, wine and food play an integral role in nearly every event.

Just weeks after the Calistoga Lighted Tractor Parade (visitcalistoga.com) — which Wilson describes as “very cool” — the annual Napa Truffle Festival kicks off (napatrufflefestival.com) in mid-January.

The sound of music fills the air through ongoing festivals that include Live in the Vineyard (liveinthevineyard.com), Music in the Vineyards, a chamber music festival (musicinthevineyards.com) and the Robert Mondavi Summer Concert Series (robertmondaviwinery.com).

BottleRock Napa Valley (bottlerocknapavalley.com) joined the lineup in 2013, bringing dozens of musical acts to the region each May. In June, Brian Culbertson’s Napa Valley Jazz Getaway (jazzgetaway.com) features jazz and R&B artistry in the heart of wine country, while Festival del Sole (festivaldelsole.org) melds music, theater and dance in July.

Napa Valley has emerged as a leader in film through the annual Napa Valley Film Festival

(napavalleyfilmfest.org), which debuted in 2011 and is presented each November.

Other major events include the monthlong Arts in April (napavalleycollection.com/ events/arts-in-april) and the Napa Valley Wine Auction (auctionnapavalley.org), a charitable endeavor that assists local families.

Organizers ensure valley views at every level. Whether by balloon or helicopter, trolley or train, chauffeured limousine or classic convertible, motorcycle/moped or bicycle, guests can enjoy the many nuances of Napa (visitnapavalley.com/napa_valley_tours.htm).

Prefer to ambulate? Foodies on Foot offers a three-hour tour in historic downtown Napa (foodiesonfootnv.com).

If you’re sampling Napa Valley for the first time, Grimmitt recommends visiting the downtown Napa Farmers Market (napafarmersmarket.com), open May through October; pursuing a hot air balloon ride; or luxuriating in a mud bath.

Many options are available for each.

Finally, for a “must see” experience, Ditmire recommends Ca’Toga Galleria D’Arte (catoga.com), where owner and world-renowned artist Carlo Marchiori has blended reality and illusion, creating a unique wonderland. “It’s incredible,” she says.

WHERE TO STAY Napa Valley accommodations are nearly limitless, with options at all price points.

Harvest Inn (harvestinn.com) stands out as Grimmitt’s favorite private hotel. “It was very quaint, with a European feel in a perfect location, and a homey, private feeling.”

Christopher’s Inn (christophersinn.com), a boutique hotel located just outside downtown Calistoga, is perfect for a romantic getaway.

On a budget? Consider the standalone cottages at RiverPointe Napa Valley Resort (riverpointeresort.com). “They are really fancied up trailers, but very affordable and clean, and each has a private deck,” Grimmitt says.

For upscale accommodations, visit award-winning Solage (solagecalistoga. com) or La Toque (latoque.com), located in the Westin Verasa Napa. Upscale and elegantly appointed Cabernet House and Merlot House (oldworldinn.com) share a central downtown location. Friendly staff and a second-f loor river view are hallmarks of the pet-friendly Napa River Inn located in the Historic Napa Mill (napariverinn.com), while guests seeking an upscale hillside getaway are drawn to Poetry Inn (poetryinn.com).

Napa Valley is a smorgasbord of visual and sensual offerings, bursting with flavor and ripe for the picking. Select a concert here, an exhibit there. Toss in a languid afternoon at a spa and try a wine stomping on the side. Mix well with select libations.

It’s the recipe for a perfect getaway. –C–

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Featuring the art, writing, poetry and photography of talented local students.

If you know a young Columbus area poet, writer, artist or photographer, please send in their creations for possible inclusion in our next issue. Email high-resolution photographs or word documents to awaltz@hne-media.com.

Don’t forget to include the student’s name, age and school.

“Flowing Water,” By Katie Lawson, Grade 10, Columbus East High School

“Breathe,” By Mariann Fant, Grade 12, Columbus East High School

*If you’ve recently submitted art, but haven’t seen it in Student Views, don’t worry, it might appear in a future issue.

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Self Portrait, By Jonah Fields, Grade 12, Columbus East High School

Moriah Herbert Grade 12, Columbus East High School

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By Vanessa Sumner, Grade 12, Columbus East High School

Lauren Baugh, Grade 11, Columbus East High School

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Lisa Pairitz and Frederick Freers Sept. 6, 2014 Wedding at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church; Reception at Factory 12 Event Loft Photos by Stacy Able Photography

Lisa Pairitz and Frederick (Freddie) Freers met at the Discover Cummins event in July 2011. Freddie was representing the manufacturing development program, and Lisa was representing the sales development program; their booths were right next to each other.

“We started talking,” Lisa says. “The rest is history.”

After dating for more than two years, the couple got engaged on a snowy morning in December 2013.

“Freddie was adamant about getting a picture outside in the snow for a new picture frame he had recently bought me,” Lisa says. “Before going outside, I noticed he was very focused on finding the perfect spot for the picture, and I thought it was a little odd.

We ended up walking around my parents’ property and landed on an open clearing atop a hill. It was a beautiful view, and my mom was there to capture the moment!”

The couple were married in early fall at St. Bartholomew Catholic Church. They selected Factory 12 Event Loft for their reception.

“The hardwood floors and exposed brick gave the venue rich character and a romantic touch,” Lisa says.

The bride, who wore an ivory striped organza strapless ball gown with a sweetheart neckline and a chapel train, said her favorite moment was meeting her groom at the altar.

“He looked so sweet standing there, and it was a surreal moment,” she says.

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Christine Ross and Josh Owens April 12, 2014 Wedding and reception at Salt Creek Golf Course Photos by J.Scott Photography

Christine Ross and Josh Owens met when he was hired as the assistant athletic director for the Foundation for Youth (FFY).

Christine was a lifeguard for the aquatics program.

“We met when I had a class of young kids who ended every day with pool time,” Josh says. “We hit it off.”

The couple dated for about eight months before Josh popped the question, surprising Christine with an engagement ring at 5:30 in the morning at FFY. After a 16-month engagement, they married at Salt Creek Golf Course. Christine wore a strapless ivory organza and tulle gown with fitted sweetheart neckline and corset bodice.

“Our daughters were also involved in the whole process,” Christine says. “They were the flower girls and a very big part of our special day.”

The couple left early the following morning for a honeymoon in San Diego where they had “a great week together with amazing weather,” Josh says.

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Columbus Indiana Philharmonic Cabaret VIP Reception Jan. 8 | The Commons

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2. David and Denise Glesing.

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5. Janie Gordon, left, and headliner Mary Claire King perform the opening song.

6. Henri and Wayne Nyffeler.

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8. Candace Hill, Rob and Laura Andrews, Jack Stone and Donna Crim.

9. Caitlin Smith greets Elizabeth Crider, Harry Crider and Sidney Donovan.

10. The VIP reception menu included a sampler of dips with pita chips and a roasted shrimp cocktail by Blackerby’s Hangar 5 Catering.

11. Jo-Ann and Bryan Swank.

12. Seared ahi tuna by Blakerby’s Hangar 5 Catering.

13. Bruce Lane, Sheriff Matt Myers, Kyra Myers, and Martha Myers.

14. Cruz Baisa and Tammy Apple.

15. Jorge and Melinda Morales.

16. A shot of the Cabaret crowd at The Commons.

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Dancing with the Stars Columbus Style Jan. 17 | Clarion Hotel

1. From left: Charmaine Flemming, Christine Mills, Robin Webb, Jessica Brown and Katrina Hardwick. 2. Standing, from left: Kris Chitty, Matt Klein and Caroline Arbuckle. Seated, from left: Deb VanDeventer, Suzanne Diehn and Ruth Ann Lane. 3. The Dancing Dames, surrounding Mickey Kim, dance to the song “Mickey.” 4. From left: Corey LaMothe, Heather Downin, Kelly Sullivan and Julie Schlehuser. 5. Charlotte Battin and Brent Vanderkolk perform.

6. Mazzy Sims and Mike Sullivan perform. 7. Musician Terry Clark performs. 8. Julie and John Snyder.

9. The Dancing Dudes do-si-do to the “Boot Scootin’ Boogie.” 10. From left: Deron and Lori Brown with Leigh and Drew Denny.

11. Bill and Krista Robbins. 12. Cassie and Keith Maddox. 13. Jena Grimes, Nick Gastil, Chris Bartels, Jana Bartels and John Sichting.

14. From left: Chris Clancy, Diane Clancy, Caitlin Clancy, Mike Clancy Sr., Madi Bauermeister, Mike Clancy Jr., and Lana Clancy.

15. April Williams and Brent Byers, who won the event. 16. Scott Taskey and Robert Hay-Smith. 17. Jana and Christopher Bartels perform.

18. Standing, from left: Brad Volland and Nora Mitchell. Seated, from left: Jaye Lahee, Joy and Craig Walker.

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Ivy Tech Comedy Improv Jan. 23 | The Commons

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4. From left: Jerilyn Lowery, Chris Lowery, Karen Shrode and Jan Banister.

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6. Dave and Tiffany Weinzapfel.

7. From left: Kitty, Wende, Meg and Gene Lambert check out the photo booth.

8. Michael and Sally Pankratz, Dennis and Shelly Kelley, and Mandy Miller.

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15. From left: Opening comic Jeff Kuehl, Amy Ables, comic Phil Palisoul, and Therese Copeland.

16. From left: Neil and Sharon Burge with LaNelle and Wally Tallent.

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kidscommons Carnivale Feb. 21 | kidscommons

1. This year’s theme country was Italy. 2. From left: Abbie and Shawn Bush with Karl and Betsy Kissinger. 3. Cindy Bray and Brad Arnold.

4. Brad and Jenny Manns. 5. Mario Vian and Bob Klemen perform. 6. Barry Johnson 7. Marty and Kris Lasure.

8. From left: Bob Klemen with the Carnivale co-chairs Hutch and Kevina Schumaker and Tony and Diana Gambaiani. 9. Eric and Cindy Frey.

10. John Pickett and Jeff Baker. 11. Daniel Harwell, Danny Sanders, Melanie Harwell and Sarah Sanders. 12. The Barry Johnson Band performs.

13. Buck Ritz hands out Limoncello, the event’s signature drink. 14. Pizza was on the menu. 15. Liz and Dave Stroh.

16. Laurie Booher and Katrina Barr, in costume. 17. From left: Mark Jamieson, Maura Morgantini and Tanya and Raj Chauhan.

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Bowl for Kids’ Sake March 7 | Columbus Bowling Alley

1. From left: NoraJo Mitchell, Missy McDonald and Michelle Anderson.

2. The families that bowl together include adults Kevin and Tracy Embree, David and Betsy Warble and children, Jack, John and Aaron Warble and Carson Embree.

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6. Kyleigh, Dathan, Daniel and Daxton Wolf supported the Clifty Creek team.

7. Front row: Drew Helton, Kate Andrews, and Brenna Andrews. Second row, sitting: Tim Emmert and Deb Turrell. Third row standing, from left: Jake Helton, Dawn Andrews and Maggie Andrews.

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13. Tim Green and Sara Beth Merz with Laura Moses and her granddaughter, Brynn Moses.

14. Sporting an army theme were Greg Brooks, Nicole Lawson, Kaila McNeill, Serena Jordan, Ronnie Jordan and Kassi Lawson, in front.

15. Front row: Paige Langenderfer, Mary Gold and Megan Dimartino. Second row: Aaron Gold, David Langenderfer, Jim Lienhoop, Dave McKinney, Eric Robbins, Ryan Burchfield, Jon Royer and Chris Gordon. Back: Seth Collins.

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Calendar of Events MUSIC | ARTS | ENTERTAINMENT | OUTDOORS | SPECIAL INTERESTS

MARCH 28 Featuring James Westwater’s photo-choreography, the Columbus Indiana Philharmonic’s “Freedom” concert celebrates the end of the American Civil War as well as the president who fought for equal rights for everyone. Time: 7:30 p.m.

Location: Columbus North High School auditorium. Information: (812) 376-2638, ext. 111.

MARCH 31 It may sound odd, but even your digestive system needs proper nourishment. Digestive disorders are among the most common problems in health care today.

Learn more at “Nourish Your Digestive System.” Time: 6:30 p.m.

Location: Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: (812) 379-1266 or mybcpl.org.

Helen Wildermuth of Stone Huggers Cemetery Restoration discusses what we can learn from gravestones, analyzing the messages in type of material, engraving, symbols, etc., during “Learning What Gravestones Can Tell Us.” Time: 1 p.m. Location: Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: (812) 379-1266 or mybcpl.org.

APRIL 1 Actor, writer and woodworker Nick Offerman is best known for his role of Ron Swanson on “Parks & Recreation.” With his gruff (yet lovable) stage demeanor and dry comedic delivery, Offerman has become a pop-culture symbol for all things manly. Offerman brings his “Full Bush” tour to Bloomington. Time: 8 p.m. Tickets: $22.50 to $52.50. Location: IU Auditorium, 1211 E. Seventh St., Bloomington. Information: (812) 855-1103 or iuauditorium.com.

MARCH 30 Award-winning clown and balloon artist Frank Bunton is your guide to the wonderful world of balloon art. After a short introduction to the different types of balloons and terminology, you will learn how to make a flower, dog, hat and sword. Time: 6:30 p.m.

Location: Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: (812) 3791266 or mybcpl.org.

APRIL 6 The ADHD/ADD Support Group for Parents meets monthly to help parents with the struggles/ challenges of raising energetic and out of sync children. Topics will be discussed and new methods will be learned. Time: 7 p.m.

Other date: May 4. Location: Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: (812) 379-1266 or mybcpl.org.

APRIL 9 Meet with other writers in the county, share ideas and learn during the Bartholomew County Writers Group. Time: 6 p.m. Location: Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: (812) 379-1266 or mybcpl.org.

APRIL 9 Tablets like the iPad, Nexus 7, Surface Pro 3 and Kindle Fire are a popular alternative to desktop computers and laptops. But with so many options, how do you know which one is right for you?

Enjoy a discussion of the pros and cons of the most popular tablets. Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: (812) 379-1266 or mybcpl.org.

APRIL 10 Don’t miss “Snow White” by Dancers Studio as part of the First Fridays for Families. Cost: Free.

Time: 6 p.m. Location: The Commons, 300 Washington St. Information: (812) 376-2534.

APRIL 11 The Grammy-nominated Singing Hoosiers present their 65th annual spring concert.

This year’s concert highlights what the ensemble does best: tight and captivating harmonies, top-notch vocal stylings, and innovative arrangements of tunes spanning the breadth of musical styles and genres. Time: 2 and 8 p.m. Tickets: $14 to $19 at 2 p.m.; $18 to $25 at 8 p.m. Location: IU Auditorium, 1211 E. Seventh St., Bloomington. Information: (812) 855-1103 or iuauditorium.com.

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LEFT: Columbus City Band member Bob Davie plays the euphonium during rehearsal. BELOW: The 2014 CAP Adult Prom. Photos by April Knox.

Tickets: $20 in advance; $25 at the door. Time: 8 p.m. Location: Yes Cinema, 328 Jackson St. Information: (812) 378-4937 or yescinema.org.

Thrive Alliance will be hosting the second annual Thrive Alliance/JCB 5K fundraiser to support essential services in a five-county area. This is a certified race and participants will be running for an important cause on a mapped course in Columbus. All proceeds are used to support emergency or high priority services to clients.

A family fun event for all ages will include a petting zoo, face painting, games and more. Time: 8 a.m. Location: United Way, 1531 13th St. Information: whatsyourreach.org.

APRIL 12 The Columbus City Band, the longest-running volunteer community band in the state, performs show tunes, concert, symphonic and military band music during its spring concert. Time: 2 p.m. Location: The Commons, 300 Washing-

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ton St. Information: (812) 327-2681 or columbuscityband.org.

APRIL 14 Rollicking, quirky, wildly creative and physically daring, Pilobolus Dance Theatre breaks all the rules while capturing the hearts of audiences. Time: 8 p.m. Tickets: $22 to $40. Location: IU Auditorium, 1211 E. Seventh St., Bloomington.

Information: (812) 855-1103 or iuauditorium.com.

APRIL 15-16 From the underground dance clubs of 1950s Memphis, Tennessee, comes a new Broadway musical that bursts off the stage with dancing, songs and a tale of fame, forbidden love and a fight to change the world. Inspired by actual events, “Memphis” is about a white radio DJ driving to break the music world free of its racial prejudices and a black club singer who is ready for her big break. Time: 8 p.m. Tickets: $39 to $63. Location: IU Auditorium, 1211 E. Seventh St., Bloomington. Information: (812) 855-1103 or iuauditorium.com.

APRIL 18 Don’t miss the third annual Family Service CAP Adult Prom in support of child abuse prevention.

There will be a variety of food, a cash bar, party favors, red carpet, prom photos, silent auction, song requests, a king and queen, and much more. Time: 7 p.m. Location: The Commons, 300 Washington St. Information and tickets: (812) 314-2953 or familyservicebc.org.

APRIL 18-19 Get great ideas for your home at the “Home, Health & Garden Show” presented by The Republic.

The show will include demon-

Mary Claire King rehearses for a performances with the Columbus Indiana Philharmonic Symphony.

Photos by Joe Harpring. strations, children’s activities and concessions. Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday; noon to 4 p.m.

Sunday. Location: Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, 750 W. Road 200S. Information: (812) 372-6133 or therepublic.com/view/page/ HealthHomeGarden.

APRIL 21 Cherie Lowe and her family found themselves $127,482.30 in debt. They had not purchased a yacht or a mansion, but student loans and small everyday expenses just added up. Through hard work, the family vanquished the foe one bill at a time. Lowe will share her story by discussing her book “Slaying the Debt Dragon.” Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: (812) 379-1266 or mybcpl.org.

APRIL 23 “Folksongs Lincoln Loved” is an entertaining and interactive sing-along program of American folk songs, including favorites of President Lincoln. Performer Adam Miller is an award-winning folk singer, storyteller and autoharp virtuoso. Time: 6 p.m. Location: Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: (812) 379-1266 or mybcpl.org.

APRIL 25 Mary Claire King returns to Columbus, joining the Columbus Indiana Philharmonic to perform “Best of Broadway.” Time: 7:30 p.m.

Location: Columbus North High School auditorium, 1400 25th St. Information: (812) 376-2638 or thecip.org.

Biologists Dawn and Ryan Slack guide participants through diverse habitats in search of a variety of interesting birds in this “Field and Forest: Birding Walk.” Bring binoculars if you have them. The event is free for Sycamore Land Trust members with a $10 per family suggested donation for non-members. RSVP by April 23.

Time: 9 a.m. Location: Touch the Earth Natural Area, near Colum-

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bus. Information: (812) 336-5382, ext. 100.

APRIL 25 The 11th annual Ivy Tech Community College Run for the Ivy 10K Run and 5K Run/Walk fundraiser raises scholarship funds for Ivy Tech students in our community while promoting healthy activities for participants. Time: 9 a.m. Location: Ivy Tech Community College, 4475 Central Ave. APRIL 26 The Columbus Symphony Orchestra performs “New Look at Lasting Impressions.” Time: 3:30 p.m. Tickets: $10 at the door.

Location: Columbus North High School auditorium, 1400 25th St. Information: (812) 376-4431.

MAY 2 The Kelly Miller Circus comes to town. Time: 2, 5 and 7:30 p.m.

Discount advance tickets go on sale in April at Kroger and MainSource Bank branches. Location: Bartholomew County Fairgrounds, 750 W. Road 200S. Information: kellymillercircus.com.

MAY 14 Meet with other writers in the county, share ideas and learn during the Bartholomew County Writers Group. Time: 6 p.m. Location: Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: (812) 379-1266 or mybcpl.org.

MAY 15-16 Spring on the Farm is a handson experience that highlights farm life from the years 1880 to 1920. Enjoy activities such as rope making, hand tools, butter churning, basket making, gardening, farm animals and more.

Special demonstrations of black powder gun shooting and musical presentations will be offered throughout the day. Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost: $2 per person; one adult free for every five children.

Location: Henry Breeding Farm, 13730 N. Road 100W, Edinburgh.

ABOVE: Lamount, the Kelly Miller Circus’s fire breather. Photo by Chet Strange.

TOP: Runners cross the start line during the Run for the Ivy 5k run/walk. Photo by Joey Leo.

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Information: (812) 372-3541 or bartholomewhistory.org.

MAY 19 Elvis impersonator Dave Ehlert returns and asks you to join the “King” down in the Jungle Room singing his personal favorites. This unique performance provides an intimate look at the music that made Elvis a legend. Time: 6:30 p.m. Location: Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: (812) 379-1266 or mybcpl.org.

MAY 21 The Civil War Book Discussion Group will discuss “Battle Cry of Freedom” by James McPherson.

The group meets every other month. Time: 7 p.m. Location: Bartholomew County Public Library, 536 Fifth St. Information: (812) 379-1266 or mybcpl.org.

MAY 22 The Columbus Indiana Philharmonic presents “Salute,” a free hometown concert in honor of those who serve in the U.S. Armed Forces. There will be great music, inspiring performances and the 1812 Overture complete with cannon fire. Time: 7 p.m. Location: Bartholomew County Memorial for Veterans, Bartholomew County Courthouse lawn. Information: (812) 376-2638, ext. 111 or thecip.org.

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ColumbusMag@ therepublic.com Guests learn how to make rope, ice cream, butter and music at Henry Breeding Farm.

Photo by Andrew Laker.

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A Look Back

Reeves Octoauto Milton Reeves, a Columbus inventor and industrialist in the 19th and 20th centuries, sat behind the wheel of the unique Octoauto, an eight-wheeled car he invented around the turn of the century to deal with unpaved roads and streets. Only a handful of the cars were ever produced.

The Republic file photo. Details provided by Harry McCawley.

If you have photos you’d like to have considered for “A Look Back,” please email them to awaltz@hne-media.com.

Include any information you have, including who took the photo and event details.

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