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METEOROLOGIST CHUCK LOFTON LOVES LIFE IN AVON

In 31 years as a meteorologist, Chuck Lofton has delivered good, bad, even ugly news on weather.

He’s covered everything from snow storms to tornados. He still loves it – every day.

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6 Fite Plumbing Business Spotlight

7 Indiana Bicentennial Torch Visits Avon

8 The Haunted Bridge 16 Sonshine Family Dental Business Spotlight

30 October Events 34 Avon’s Good Old-Fashioned Ice Cream Family Hang Out Place

36 Tips for a Frightfully Safe Halloween

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THE FITE PLUMBING STANDARD: HOW TO TREAT CUSTOMERS LIKE FAMILY Family is the foundation of Fite Plumbing.

Bill Fite has owned and operated the company since 1989. Not only are many employees Fite’s family members, but he employs multiple members of other families, too. However, there is more to the Fite family. For Bill Fite, customers are family, too.

For over 25 years Fite has set standards to treat customers like family. The company’s reputation is a result of customers’ statements like, “Bill and his company are dedicated, honest, professional and by far the best in the business!”

One way Fite treats customers like family is to ensure access to a technician 24/7, 365 days a year. “We call people back quickly’” Fite said. “In an emergency, they need to know when we’ll be there to help.”

Help arrives in the form of experienced, licensed plumbers who have been screened through background checks and drug testing. Fite provides on-going training so technicians are problem-solvers. “We know that plumbing issues are a major inconvenience and a health concern,” Fite said, “Experience and training means that our plumbers can ask the best questions to quickly and efficiently determine the cause and location of the problem. We alleviate concerns by solving the plumbing problem

in an efficient and affordable way.”

The affordability of plumbing expertise and materials is a primary concern for customers. That is why Fite maintains an extensive supplier network and deals direct to ensure customers receive the highest quality products at the best prices with the shortest timelines. One customer said that Fite Plumbing offers the best dollar value for any type of plumbing.

Not all plumbing needs are emergencies, and Fite Plumbing exceeds customers’ expectations through a variety of services.

For the proactive homeowner, they offer a full house inspection. The inspection makes certain everything is working properly, lines are corrosion-free. They also check the water heater and water softener for signs of aging and potential issues.

Fite knows a home is a family’s biggest investment, and his goal is to help protect that investment. For those who winter in warmer locales, Fite Plumbing winterizes houses that will be empty as protection against frozen pipes and other mishaps.

Fite has procedures for technicians in customers’ homes. Technicians wear booties inside and place rugs in work areas. They are provided coveralls to wear in crawl spaces that are removed before re-entering the AvonMagazine.com / OCTOBER 2016 / AVON MAGAZINE / 6

home. Fite standards require them to leave the space as clean, or cleaner, than when they arrived.

Another comfort for clients is that plumbers provide a detailed quote up front before any work is done. There are no surprises.

It is no surprise, either, that Fite, who is also president of The Greater Indianapolis Plumbing Heating and Cooling Association (PHCC), was named 2014 Contractor of the Year for work with contractors or that Fite Plumbing has achieved the Super Service Award at Angie’s List.

“We work to exceed customer expectations by going the extra step,” Fite said. “It’s one of the reasons we have been going strong since we opened over 27 years ago. We intend to continue it well into the future.”

Whether you are calling because you hear a drip, see a puddle on the floor or stain on the ceiling, or because you want to investigate a new tankless water heater, to replace a sump pump or to save money with a high efficiency shower system, Fite Plumbing is ready, willing and able to serve.

“Wherever you are in Indianapolis or the surrounding counties, if it has to do with plumbing, you don’t have to face the battle alone. You’ve got Fite in your corner!”

INDIANA BICENTENNIAL TORCH VISITS AVON Writer / Brooke Beaman Photography / Avon Community School Corporation

“He’s a local historical figure. They wanted a descendant of his, so I volunteered.”

In celebration of Indiana’s 200th anniversary this year, the Indiana Bicentennial Committee has arranged a 3,200-mile relay run spanning Indiana’s 92 counties. It will last for 32 days, from Sept. 9 to Oct. 15.

She is representing Adrian Parsons who is described as a “soybean pioneer” by the Town of Avon. His work in the field of farming led to Avon becoming a leader in soybean production in the late 1800s and early 1900s, thus adding to the history of Avon and Indiana as a whole. She will be representing this aspect of Indiana heritage in the relay. Another individual representing Hendricks County is Avon Superintendent Dr. Maggie Hoernemann.

The purpose of the run, according to the Indiana Bicentennial Commission, is to “inspire Hoosiers and promote unity across the state by connecting people, communities and regions.”

Torchbearers were nominated in each of the state’s counties. One of these nominated bearers is Avon High School senior Emily Parsons.

“I’m representing my great-greatgrandfather posthumously,” Parsons said.

Hoernemann said that she is only one of 24 people who are honored to represent the county in the relay. Parsons and Hoernemann will be running near the Avon Town Hall around the lake. One will be handing off the torch to the other, while the entire fourth grade class from all of the

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Avon Community School Corporation Superintendent, Dr. Maggie Hoernemann

elementary schools in Avon spectates.

“I think it’s really easy for any of us to forget Indiana’s history. It’s such a great state and an important state, and I think what this does is it brings history alive, but it also gets us all excited about the future and the possibilities,” Hoernemann said. “I think it’s that part of us that says, ‘Wow, look back at what we’ve done as a state but more importantly where we can go in the future.’”

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eep within the confines of Avon town limits sits a spooky bridge with a history, rampant rumors and very little documented information. The bridge spanning the White Lick Creek on County Road 625 is known by many as The Haunted Bridge.

Built in 1906-1907, the bridge was double tracked in 1908. It stands 70 feet high and 300 feet long. DePauw University Professor James Cooper said rumors likely began because the bridge is hollow, making it sound as if it moans and groans.

Local historian Susan Truax, a student of Cooper’s, said there is likely truth to his theory; however, the town of Avon has no written history or local newspaper that spanned back that far, so historians are required to rely on oral histories.

Truax shared some of the most popular rumors about The Haunted Bridge: 1 An alcoholic worker fell into the bridge while they were pouring it and was buried in the bridge, so it’s his voice you hear moaning and groaning. Some say his tools are also still stuck in the bridge.

2 An African-American worker fell into the bridge, and it’s his voice you hear. However, Truax said there is no evidence, based on the photographs of the bridge being built, that any African-Americans worked on the bridge, though she won’t discount it’s a possibility.

3 A mother was taking her child to the doctor or on a walk (the story varies), and the baby fell off the bridge into the creek. The mother jumped in to save her baby, and she’s the one moaning.

Charlie Muston, a great-nephew to Reena Barker, a longtime Avon resident, said in an oral interview that his aunt served meals to the workers after the accident happened and was adamant there’s a worker they were unable to get out of the concrete.

In an oral history interview, Ron Masten said rumors grew in the 1950s when Marion County kids would come from Indianapolis to see The Haunted Bridge, and Avon kids would purposely try to scare them. He said they would set firecrackers and throw them into the gravel road to make sounds and make them think it was haunted.

Truax said historians would like to learn more about the bridge and about the workers who died and were maimed while building it.

For now, all she knows for certain is that Irishmen helped build the bridge that many continue to speculate about more than 100 years after it was built.

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In 31 years as a meteorologist, Chuck Lofton has delivered good, bad, even ugly news on weather. He’s covered everything from snow storms to tornados. He still loves it – every day.

The alarm at his home in Avon rings at 1 a.m. when most are in deep sleep. He’s at the WTHR office in Indianapolis by 2 a.m. From then on, his day is a sprint from one newscast to the other, every appearance different and every audience unique.

In the 10-plus years that Chuck and his wife, Mary, have lived in Avon, they’ve become part of the community. It’s where they live, shop, go out to eat at favorite restaurants, go to church and volunteer.

When the Loftons moved to Indiana in the mid-‘80s, Chuck promised Mary that they’d stay for six years. Their three sons were young, and they longed for a place to belong. Soon, they never wanted to leave. Opportunities came, but no other city matched what they’d found in Avon.

“We decided if we could stay here and make a living, we’d stay,” Chuck said. “This is our home even more than where we grew up.”

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Every day is packed. Once he’s at the station, Chuck creates the forecast as well as graphics to explain what could happen on the weather front that day. He also gives weather reports on NBC’s “The Today Show,” 95.5 WFMS-FM’s Jim, Deb and Kevin morning show and WLBC in Muncie.

The first broadcast of the day is 4 a.m.

Afternoons and evenings are just as busy.

Chuck speaks at schools, writes a blog, serves on advisory boards and is the master of ceremonies at banquets and fundraisers.

Mary’s days are also busy. She is involved with Hope Healthcare Services, a ministry to help those who are uninsured. On Sundays, the Loftons worship at Kingsway Christian Church where Chuck sometimes teaches Sunday school.

Though Chuck has seen every kind of weather in 31 years, his awe is not diminished.

Every segment is different.

“Weather is the number one reason people watch newscasts,” Chuck said. “Since we’re such a mobile society, the audience at 4 a.m. is different than the audience at 6 a.m.”

“It’s not just severe weather,” he said. “It’s fog on an early spring day, rushing wind on a fall afternoon or a quick burst of snow that you can actually see roll in and come down. It’s the beauty of creation that is a bit different every single time.”

He often ad-libs on air. One day, it’s cradling a puppy as he does the weather; another, it’s explaining a weather pattern or threat of severe weather.

Five years from now, Chuck would like to be where he is now – broadcasting the weather on WTHR, still in the middle of predicting weather.

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Q&A

with Chuck Lofton

First job?

Jewell Food Store at 16 years old What was your hardest day as a meteorologist?

In 2003, the day of the Indy 500, there was a devastating outbreak of 12 tornados. The race was shortened. There was a lot of damage but no deaths.

All time favorite athletes?

Ernie Banks and Gayle Sayers. When I was a student at Southern Illinois University, Gayle was the athletic director. I got to know him there.

Can’t miss television show?

NBC Nightly News and Aerial America Restaurant you’re considered a regular?

Every restaurant in Avon

Hidden talent?

I’ve been singing in church since I was 13 years old. In 2005, I was What’s your secret to 37 years of marriage lucky enough to sing on stage with the Beach Boys. to Mary?

We both try to put the Lord at the center of our marriage.

Prized possession?

My dad’s Purple Heart and Bronze Star. He served in World War II My favorite smartphone apps? in North Africa, Sicily, France, Italy and Germany. He was severely WTHR Weather and ESPN injured but never complained.

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In his blog, Dr. Driggers explains the difference and why Sonshine Family Dental doesn’t take PPO plans. With traditional “fee for service” plans, which were the original insurance plans, the patient pays either a fixed fee or a percentage of the fee charged by the dentist. The fee charged by the dentist is referred to as “usual and customary” and varies with each provider based on the location of the office. These plans usually pay the charges submitted regardless of who performs the service, giving the patient more options to see the providers they choose and entrust with their dental care.

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The PPO plans, or “preferred provider organizations,” offer dental services to plan members at reduced rates. These plans give the patient a list of providers they can see within the network, or sometimes the patient can go “out of network” to a nonparticipating dentist at a higher cost and lower reimbursement for the patient. By accepting the network plans, the provider gets paid less for each service.

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“Not always, but oftentimes, network providers are forced to see as many patients as possible to make up for lower reimbursements and ultimately spend less time with each patient. If you want better care and more time with your dentist, pick a traditional ‘fee for service’ plan,” Dr. Driggers states.

Dr. Driggers explained that Sonshine Family Dental is not a coupon practice. “If people come to our office, they are getting more attention and a detailed, long-term plan,” he said. “They won’t get the same thing with a PPO. There are a lot of people who visit a dentist with a coupon, use their PPO and then never go back. We place strong emphasis on prevention and education, teaching our patients about good oral health which will in turn create a desire for them to take better care of their teeth at home and at their regular check-ups. Creating a treatment plan for each patient is something we put time into, so we can help the patient in achieving optimal dental health,” Dr. Driggers stated.

“I’m a perfectionist, and the patients can sense that I am doing what is right for their long-term overall health.”

Dr. Driggers was named among the top dentists in Indianapolis by other dentists and specialists in the area for three years

in a row in Indianapolis Monthly. Dr. Driggers began practicing in 1987 on the west side of Indianapolis. “I still have some of the patients who saw the previous dentist in the 1960s and 1970s,” Dr. Driggers noted. “They are like family, and we love seeing our patients return.” In fact, he has many patients who were kids when they started coming in to see him almost 30 years ago. Now, as adults, they are bringing in their own families.

“It gives me great satisfaction to know they want to keep coming back to get quality care,” he said. “We have always been more relationship-based than money-driven.” Over the years, Dr. Driggers and his staff have gone to great lengths to make patients feel welcomed and relaxed during their dental visits.

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During his free time, Dr. Driggers enjoys golf, fishing, tinkering around with his 1964 Falcon and spending time with his wife Shellie and their son Sam, who is in his third year of dental school. “I can’t wait for him to join us here, and I look forward to him carrying on our legacy of excellence.”

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THE AVON COMMUNITY HERITAGE FESTIVAL The Avon Community Heritage Festival was attended by thousands of families again this year on Saturday, September 24.

The day kicked off with the parade that morning and was followed by all the festivities at Washington Township Park. The day was closed by the beautiful fireworks display that evening.

Find more pictures of the day at our Facebook page /AvonCommunityMag

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DOCTOR CHAUFFEURS CANCER PATIENTS TO TREATMENTS IN HIS BENTLEY Writer / Matt Keating

Dr. Ron Sexton, a volunteer driver for The American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery program, knows how to take cancer patients to their treatments in style.

He takes them in his Bentley.

“People love riding in it,” Dr. Sexton said. “I had one patient I drove for a treatment who asked to get his photo taken in the Bentley or next to it. It’s been great to see these cancer patients smile or have a laugh, especially after going through such an experience. It’s a great feeling to help them. It’s one of the many reasons I got involved.”

Dr. Sexton has been driving patients to their treatments for the last four years.

“I love helping people out,” he said in an interview at Barnes & Noble. “Some of the patients won’t go unless the volunteers take them. I always tell the American Cancer Society (ACS) people that if you need a driver, I will be there.”

The ACS is looking for more volunteers like Dr. Sexton. The right driver and patient match can help volunteers make an impact in their community, learn new skills, and even advance their careers.

The ACS’s Road to Recovery program offers flexible scheduling and a chance to give back while literally helping to save lives, according to Ashley Noonan with The American Cancer Society.

Volunteer drivers donate their time and use of their cars so patients can receive the lifesaving treatments they need. Drivers also offer encouragement and support.

“I’m busy, but I always find the time,” Dr. Sexton stated. “I always tell the cancer patients I am glad to be their personal driver in the Bentley. It’s not a huge demand on your time anyway. I just get my GPS out and away I go. A lot of the patients’ families are working at the times of the treatments, and I hate for the family members to have to miss work to do that.”

ACS estimates that 35,180 Indiana residents will learn they have cancer this year. Finding a way to get to their scheduled treatment can be their greatest concern.

Dr. Sexton noted that most of the treatments for chemotherapy and radiation are very fast, and drivers usually don’t gave long to wait.

Dr. Sexton was in his medical practice for over 40 years. During his career, he was on staff at Hendricks Regional Hospital, where he was an oral surgeon. He still serves on The Regional Hendricks Hospital Foundation. He was also voted the Philanthropist of the Year in 2016 in Hendricks County.

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He would like Putnam County to have an ACS Road to Recovery program.

To learn more about the benefits of volunteering and how to become a Road to Recovery volunteer, call 1-800-227-2345.

“Volunteers are really needed,” Dr. Sexton said. “The best people to talk to are the ministers in churches and the Kiwanis people. They have the ability to talk to a lot of retirees, service groups and church members about helping. The people at ACS are really appreciative of everything the volunteers do.”

“I have enjoyed talking to each and every patient I have driven for their treatment appointments,” Dr. Sexton said. “I like making them chuckle or grin if I can, and bring a little bit of sunshine into their lives.”

To volunteer, you must have a valid driver’s license, a safe and reliable vehicle, and proof of automobile insurance, according to Noonan. Drivers must be 18 years of age or older, and have a good driving history. They arrange their own schedules and can commit as many or as few hours as their schedule allows.

“The patients are always very appreciative,” Dr. Sexton noted. “I like it if I can get three- five days notice, but if a driver is needed, I can always change my schedule. It’s not a huge inconvenience.”

Volunteering is also a great way to meet new people. It strengthens your ties to the community, exposes you to people with common interests, and provides a sense of purpose.

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AVON TOWN LIP DUB AIMS TO UNIFY, SPREAD MESSAGE The idea of a town-wide lip dub had been on Gude’s mind for a while. As the owner of Avon resident Tony Gude didn’t like what GudePro, a photography and video services he was seeing. business in Avon, Gude was toying with the idea of a lip dub video to support familyHe was witnessing, before his eyes, a social friend, Ben Harmon, who had been diagnosed divide throughout the United States and even with a rare form of cancer. However, once he in his hometown of Avon. So over this past started planning, he realized the town was summer he decided to do something about it. already providing a lot of support to Harmon, What manifested from that idea is something so he switched gears. He set out to highlight many Avon residents are already familiar with to social issues many in the nation were - a lip dub video. Much like the viral videos experiencing. Most of all, he wanted people to Avon High School has produced in recent see it didn’t have to be that way. years, Gude’s plan was to spread a message.

“When doing this project, my vision “A national, social issue came to the was to portray how I’d like to see the forefront that affected millions,” Gude said. Town of Avon and how I’d like others “Over the course of several months, we had to see the Town of Avon : as a diverse police officers needlessly killing minority and inclusive workforce and engaged men at a surprising rate. We had people community actively pursuing unity,” killing innocent officers across the U.S. in Gude said. “I wanted the diversity of what they called retaliation … I could see a the video to include the representation racial divide happening in front of my eyes. of not just white men, but also women I knew if something was going to happen and minorities at all ages, lifestyles, and with this project, it had to happen soon. I cultures, while also integrating people started to see even in our town some small with disabilities, veterans and service signs of this divide.” members. Just a simple message to show Writer / Steven Penn

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the world that Avon is one.”

So with that idea in mind, he went to work.

Gude said he began trying to recruit people he thought might be interested. He also enlisted the help of his son Brody, who was involved in the most recent Avon High School lip dub.

“I thought they did an amazing job with their resources, marketing, and more importantly it was for an outstanding cause,” Gude said. “I always felt that our youth had put Avon on the map, whether it was academics, athletics, or the education system. I thought it would be great one day to show people that the adult community members were just as fun. Not in a competitive way with our youth, but in a synergetic way.”

So in early May, Gude put out a call-toaction in an Avon Facebook group to gauge interest in a community-wide project.

“The response was so overwhelming that I had to suspend the post in about a half

days’ time,” Gude said.

Before closing the post, Gude gathered the contact information of those wanting to be involved and began assembling his team.

“I contacted Michelle Madding, Erin Schwein, and Ronn Mesarosh to see if they could help sort out all the madness on paper,” he said.

From there, they came up with the rough estimate of needing enough people to fill 78 lines and started brainstorming participants.

“Piece of cake,” Gude now says, with a hint of sarcasm.

But by mid-June, Gude was beginning to wonder if the project would ever come to fruition. He even thought about shutting down the project entirely. What happened next was a bit of good fortune.

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“One day Robin Pickett calls me out of the blue and wanted to meet to discuss photography services,” Gude said. “During our meeting I noticed that she shared some of my same passions about people and the community. I openly discussed with her my vision for a town lip dub and without hesitation she asked how she could help.”

From then on, Pickett served as an assistant on the project, helping Gude the rest of the way.

“She took what I had done and began working non-stop to schedule, contact and coordinate everyone involved,” Gude said.

“Everything started to fall into place. One of the things that we quickly realized when trying to schedule and film this many people by a deadline, which was quickly approaching, was that we could not ask people if they were available to shoot the parts that we had given them. That was a nightmare.”

Their solution was to plan five or six shoot dates and allow people to sign up for what days fit their schedules best.

“Each session only took minutes for individuals or about a half hour for groups,” Gude said. “The ‘train’ group took a little longer because we were actually - for once in our lives - waiting for a train to appear.”

Helping to add a little bit of flair to the project, was the idea to incorporate well-known residents and some local celebrities like WTHR’s Chuck Lofton and Bruce Kopp and WISH-TV’s Nina Criscuolo.

“Prior to this, I had not met a good majority of the participants,” Gude said. “But leveraging the power of social media which is designed to connect, network, and share, we were able to meet and contact some of our local celebs like Nina, Bruce and Chuck.

They did not hesitate in wanting to be a part of this either.”

Gude also enlisted the help of several town officials and business owners in the video. But anyone who wanted to be involved was allowed, Gude said.

For the most part, Gude did all the filming and editing, except for the opening scene, which he was in with officers from the Avon Police Department. For that scene, he relied on an experienced

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stand-in to take over filming.

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“I leaned on Suketu Patel — one of the masterminds behind the Avon High School lip dub — to shoot for me on that day,” Gude said.

Following each day of shooting, Gude said he would go home and place the clips where they belonged so they would match up with the song they chose: Justin Timberlake’s “Can’t Stop the Feeling.”

“I did this until our finale on Aug. 27 so that when I was finished with the last portion, I could drop it in at the end and upload the final product,” he said.

Tony Gude, Avon Police Department

The finale on Aug. 27 took place at Avon Town Hall Park and included hundreds of Avon residents.

By the end of the project, Gude said the hours had added up.

“It took me about six hours to shoot everything and about 20 hours of hearing ‘Can’t Stop the Feeling’ over and over,” he said. “(Plus) countless hours of planning and executing.”

Despite the long hours, Gude said it was worth it as the video was well-received. Currently, the video has been viewed more than 17,000 times since the Aug. 27 upload.

Nina Criscuolo

“We’ve received so many messages, thanking us for our efforts and time and also showing Avon in the same way they see Avon,” Gude said. “I’ve even received messages from people outside of Avon saying they really wish they lived in a community like this.

I loved how it turned out and I believe it accurately displayed the vision of the project.”

Gude’s only regret was not being able to include everyone.

“We just could not fit everyone in unfortunately and I felt terrible about it,” he said.

As for the next project, Gude said he hasn’t had much time to think about it.

“Hopefully, in a couple of years, we can do something different, but just as engaging,” he said.

For now, Gude is staying busy with his business GudePro, which he started with his wife Jill in 2010. He also volunteers his services for the Avon High School football team’s highlight films, social media activities and as a webmaster for the QB Club.

For more information, visit his website gudeprophotography.com.

To watch the video, go to Youtube and search for “Avon Town Lip Dub 2016.”

Steven Penn is an award-winning Indianapolis-based writer and reporter. He has covered sports, news, business and human interest stories for several Indiana publications. Connect with him on Twitter @Steven_Penn.

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Marianne Glick CONTINUING A FAMILY LEGACY AND CREATING ONE OF HER OWN

Writer / Kara Kavensky Photographer / Brian Brosmer

Marianne Glick knows no stranger.

Everyone she sees walk into the new offices of The Eugene and Marilyn Glick Foundation receives a warm smile and a hug. As Chairman of The Glick Family Foundation Board of Directors, Marianne is honoring her passion for helping others.

Giving has been a common theme, established throughout Marianne’s

Marianne’s mother, Marilyn Koffman, was born in Detroit. Her birth mother died during childbirth, and her birth father never returned for the baby. Marilyn was adopted when she was 6 months old.

Marilyn’s adoptive father passed away “There are so many people who don't when she was 10. Several years later, she have the opportunities that I have had,” and her mother moved to Indianapolis shares Marianne. “As a community and where Marilyn attended Shortridge High as a society, we have to be able to assist School. They lived in a home just down the others and provide opportunities to help street from a young man named Eugene develop their full potential in a variety (Gene) Glick. Gene was a year older than of ways.”

Marilyn. Their mothers were friends, and life by her mother and father. Eugene and Marilyn were so focused on giving back to the community that they have collectively changed the landscape of the city of Indianapolis.

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they attended the same Temple.

After graduation from Shortridge, Gene attended Indiana University where during the summer of his senior year in 1942, he was drafted into the Army. His story is shared in Tom Brokaw’s “The Greatest Generation” and in Mickey Mauer’s “19 Stars of Indiana: Exceptional Hoosier Men.”

Not long after the war ended, Marilyn needed one more person for a bridge party, and her mother suggested she “invite that nice Gene Glick over.” They hit it off and were married two years later.

“Dad worked issuing GI loans at a bank, and Mom worked at Meridian Life Insurance Co.,” shares Marianne of her parents’ early start. “Before they married, they had

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Gene and Marilyn started a home building and real estate company together during their first year of marriage. Marilyn and Gene were both good salespeople. They worked together on all aspects of the decisionmaking. Gene was in charge of construction, and Marilyn would select and pick up the supplies. One time, she had a flat tire along Fall Creek Parkway and had to call Gene to help her. She routinely hauled a flat bed trailer behind her car and had a load of cinder block, wood and materials upon it the day of the tire incident. The work crew was waiting on those supplies but first had to fix her flat.

As their family grew, Marilyn’s role transitioned to being at home, although she was still very much involved in the business. Marilyn would later recall in the memoir she published at the age of 85, “Once Upon a Lifetime,” that these early years were among the happiest of her life.

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Giving back to the community was a constant for the Glick girls as they grew up. Marianne is the oldest and has three younger sisters. Their parents believed wholeheartedly in philanthropy. Most of their initial philanthropic involvement was centered around Jewish causes, and then in the 1970s and 1980s, they broadened their scope.

“Gene Glick, along with his wife, Marilyn, are among the most generous philanthropists in recent Indianapolis history, and that continues today in their honor,” says Mickey Maurer, Chairman of the Board of the IBJ Corporation and of The National Bank of Indianapolis.

Marianne’s first deep dive into philanthropy began with the Women's Business Initiative in the mid-80s. She was just started her own corporate training business and became very impressed with the level of support

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provided to women-owned businesses thru the WBI.

Project Committee (GIPC), then later the Children’s Bureau.

By the following year, Marianne chaired their annual conference and entered into the organization’s leadership. “It was inspirational to make a difference in women's lives,” she shares of the experience with the WBI. Thanks to her presidency of the WBI, Tom Binford approached her to lead the first women’s division of a United Way campaign.

This was a first in Indiana and one of only a few in the country at that time.

The following year, Marianne joined the United Way of Central Indiana’s (UWCI) Board. She was one of three women on this more than 90-member board. Marianne saw a vast opportunity in this discrepancy.

After her father became ill, Marianne began reassessing the Pro100 program.

By the program’s 30th anniversary, numbers were down to around 80 students in Indianapolis. The program had evolved away from golf courses, maintaining primarily an outdoor focus

“We clearly needed more women on the UWCI board and other nonprofit boards in the city. When we asked, the men said they did not know of women qualified for board positions,” states Marianne.

She worked with Ellen Annala, who had just started on United Way’s staff, to create the Women’s Leadership Program to provide training for women to serve on volunteer boards. This program is still in existence 26 years later. “Within five years, one-third of UWCI’s board was women.” Marianne is still actively involved with United Way. In 2011, she led the first annual campaign to raise over $40 million.

“If there is a cause that I am passionate about, I meet with the CEO to see if I assist in some way,” says Marianne, who is clearly not shy about her passionate commitment to community service.

In 1982, Gene began a youth employment program called Pro100.

The idea behind Pro100 was to match 100 Indianapolis-area students with local golf pros. The students completed beautification projects on the golf courses and gained exposure to landscape architecture and design, construction and groundskeeping.

Early origins of this program were run under the Greater Indianapolis

on college campus projects such as Marian University where professional development classes were offered in the afternoon to the students.

In August 2014, Pro100 became TeenWorks. In 2016, TeenWorks provided jobs and professional development training as well as assistance with college choices and applications – 325 in Indianapolis.

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The Muncie chapter of TeenWorks saw enrollment increase from 20 students to 70. With a proactive stance, TeenWorks secured additional funding and is flourishing as an organization. The rebranding was just what was needed, and this all happened, thanks to Marianne’s vision coupled with an outstanding staff and board of directors.

"The Glick family's positive impact upon our city cannot be overstated," says Indianapolis Mayor Joe Hogsett. "From the Cultural Trail to their Housing Foundation to TeenWorks and beyond, their generosity continues to enhance lives, making our city stronger. While Marianne honors the legacy of her parents, she is a leader and inspiration in her own right."

In addition to all of her philanthropic endeavors, Marianne is an artist. She donates quite a bit of her art to be used in silent auctions to raise money for various organizations.

“My parents were collectors,” says Marianne who has always shared an appreciation of art. Her mother’s collection of glass is on display at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis.

Marianne’s creative style, aesthetic and techniques have evolved over the last 10 years since she began painting.

“It is an out-of-body experience to see my art properly displayed and well-lit with appropriate wall spacing,” says Marianne who is a guest speaker for the Indiana Conference for Women at the end of October.

In a world of change, our focus is steadfast.

“Marianne is a lovable free spirit with multidirectional deep talents. She can motivate you, amuse you and inspire you – a great lady to invite to dinner,” says family friend Mickey Mauer.

Marianne was a challenge for her parents when she was younger. She jokes that she mellowed out and came into her own when she reached the age of 50. Now Marianne does things every day that she hopes her parents would be proud of. “My Mom, if she could see what I am doing now, would say, ‘Gee, she didn’t turn out so bad after all. Who knew?’” says Marianne with a shrug and a smile.

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4TH ANNUAL AVON FALL  Bring your family, chairs and blankets GOLF DAY & TOURNAMENT to this free outdoor movie night! Set up your blankets and chairs on the hill  This year, competitive below the shelters. The movie will be golfers can play in one of screened from the East parking lot of four divisions: 16 and under, Town Hall, facing the shelter hill.

17 and over, 50 and over and  Movie starts at sunset (about 7:30-8 p.m.) two-person teams (counting  Avon Town Hall Park, 6570 E. US Hwy. 36 the best score on each hole).

Some local celebrities will be on the links too.  10 a.m.  18 holes and a cart – adults $40; 18 and under $20  Prestwick Country Club, 30TH ANNUAL HEARTLAND 5197 Fairway Dr., Avon  317-745-6448 APPLE FESTIVAL

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 Enjoy the 8-acre corn maze, live entertainment, good food and hayrides to the pumpkin patch.  Prices vary  9 a.m.-6 p.m.  Beasley’s Orchard, 2304 E. Main St., Danville

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PAINTING IN THE PARK: AUTUMN ART  Join us for step-by-step painting instruction of a beautiful autumn scene led by local artist Jen Sutton!

Perfect for families and friends of all ages and skill levels!  $10/person; all supplies included  6:30-8:30 p.m.  Avon Town Hall Park, 6570 E. US Hwy. 36 Registration required – email Britt Woodard at bwoodard@avongov.org AvonMagazine.com / OCTOBER 2016 / AVON MAGAZINE / 30

TEEN NIGHT

 Teens ages 11-19 (and still in school) can come to the Y to participate in activities such as dodgeball, basketball, pool, board games, music and more. Parents/guardians must fill out a release form for all participants under 18 years old.  Free for members, $5 nonmember students with a student ID  7-10 p.m.  Hendricks Regional Health YMCA, 301 Satori Pkwy., Avon

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ANIMALIA  Get up close and personal with our furry, feathered and scaly friends! Interact with live animals including a red-tailed hawk, raccoon, opossum, turtles and even a skunk! This is a free event for all ages (recommend 5-15).  11 a.m. (Meet in the Town Hall Council Chamber)  Avon Town Hall tPark, 6570 E. US Hwy. 36  317-344-7819

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HALLOWEEN EXTRAVAGANZA

 Families are welcome to dress in costume for this spooktacular evening.

Activities include campfire songs and stories, scary stations, games, hayrides, crafts, food and more!

Register today!  Members: $5/person, Guests: $8/person, 2 years and younger are free  6-8 p.m.  Hendricks Regional Health YMCA, 301 Satori Pkwy., Avon  317-273-9622

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GHOSTS & GOBLINS HALLOWEEN PARTY

 Dress in your favorite Halloween costume and join us for this annual free event.

There will be games, trick-ortreating on the trails and a costume contest for the kids at 5 p.m.  4-7 p.m.  Washington Township Community Park, 115 US Hwy. 36, Avon  317-745-0785 ext. 3

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 Pet owners are encouraged to bring their pets along for a final adventure through the 8-acre Great Pumpkin Corn Maze. Anyone seeking a pet is invited to come visit the many rescue groups onsite that day who will have many adorable adoptables. 50% of corn maze proceeds will go to support local animal rescue groups.  Prices vary  12-4 p.m.  Beasley’s Orchard, 2304 E. Main St., Danville

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Frost Bite owner, Steve Keisker

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Faith, family and Frost Bite are the driving forces behind the local dessert shop owner’s success. Steve Keisker and his wife Shelly have been running this Frost Bite for 26 years now.

“We built this business from nothing. It was a real grassroots effort,” said Keisker who credits his wife with choosing the name for the shop. However, knowledge of the ice cream business is generational in this family. Keisker’s father owned a Dairy Queen franchise back in 1965, and it became the second oldest franchisee at that time.

Keisker worked at Dairy Queen for the majority of his professional career before deciding he wanted to work for himself. He had the opportunity to make this a family endeavor by incorporating his wife and two sons into building the business.

“I’ve had aspirations of growing this bigger, but I like keeping it small and local.

Sometimes when people grow too big, they lose focus, and I don’t want to lose focus on what we’re doing,” said Keisker.

A community advocate, Keisker supports the Avon Community School Corporation through donations and sponsorships to programs such as football, wrestling and band. Frost Bite also sponsors events for the American Legion.

The business provides an ice cream truck at the Blue Star Ceremony.

Keisker offers “pay what you want” pricing with all of the proceeds going to the Indy Honor Flight Programs. “It’s been a great experience. You’d be amazed the people who throw down $20 for a cup of ice cream just because they know it’s going to a good cause. I’m proud to say we’ve raised enough money for veterans to go to Washington, D.C., through our ice cream truck support at the event.”

One community tradition that’s driving people to Frost Bite weekly is the Thursday Night Cruise-In. It’s an opportunity for people to bring their classic cars and hot rods out, meet new friends and share car stories. “I’ve always had a passion for cars. I had a muscle car in high school,” said Keisker.

In 2008, Shelly gave Steve the surprise of a lifetime when she presented him with a ’57 Chevy. “Two weeks before Christmas, she had this car delivered on a flatbed truck with a red bow on it. It was such a surprise! Usually you talk about these things! She did this all on her own. I had no idea she was going to do it.

It brought me a lot of joy which I needed. It was a somber time. My dad had recently died,” said Keisker.

So he and his two boys, Dustin and Brandon, did a full restoration on the vehicle. It is now on display at the U.S. Nationals.

Thursday Night Cruise-Ins have become a popular place for classic car aficionados. “We get between 12-30 cars a week. Some very nice people come out. They feel comfortable here. They respect and patronize the business. I really enjoy it,” said Keisker.

The Cruise-Ins happen every Thursday, weather permitting, from 5:30-9 p.m. and will continue through mid-October.

Frost Bite is known for their ice cream, frozen yogurt, milkshakes and breaded tenderloin sandwiches. The shop is open daily.

TIPS FOR A FRIGHTFULLY SAFE HALLOWEEN Candy, costumes and trick-or-treating are all standard Halloween fun, but Indiana University Health West Hospital and Riley Hospital for Children warn that the holiday festivities could result in injury or worse if parents, motorists and children are not careful.

According to Safe Kids USA, twice as many children are killed while walking on Halloween than any other day of the year. The danger lies in darting kids. While they may see a car, that doesn’t mean the driver sees them. That’s why IU Health encourages drivers to slow down – particularly around driveways and alleys – and to keep an eye out for children. Kids should look both ways before crossing the street, cross only at intersections, stick to sidewalks and avoid yards.

“Most of our emergency patients on Halloween suffer from fallrelated injuries during trick-or-treat excitement when children run from house to house to get candy,” says Dr. Megan Crittendon, medical director of the Emergency Department at IU Health West Hospital. “Kids trip over their costumes, lawn decorations and each other, of course.”

As a rule, IU Health discourages long or baggy costumes and recommends they be made of flame-resistant materials, such as nylon or polyester. It’s not uncommon for children’s costumes to catch fire from lit jack-o’-lanterns.

While some safety tips are more common sense, doctors encourage parents to be on the lookout for the unexpected. “Occasionally we see more serious injuries, stemming from Halloween parties – people falling off of tractors on hayrides or bonfire-related burns,” Dr. Crittendon adds.

5. Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers and choose light-colored costumes for better visibility.

OTHER TIPS FOR AN ALL TREATS, NO TRICKS HALLOWEEN INCLUDE:

7. Children should avoid carrying sticks, swords or other sharp objects.

1. Neighborhoods should consider hosting Halloween parties for children and teens to keep them in a safer environment.

8. Kids should carry glow sticks or flashlights in order to see better and be seen by others.

2. Trick-or-treat in the early evening hours and only approach houses with a porch light on.

9. Parents whose children suffer from peanut allergies should ensure candy does not contain peanuts and should also carry an epinephrine auto-injector, such as an EpiPen.

3. Do not enter houses of people you do not know.

4. Pin a slip of paper with your child’s name, address and phone number inside their pocket in case they get separated from the group.

6. Choose face paint and makeup instead of masks, which can obstruct a child’s vision.

10. Inspect all candy for signs of tampering before children eat it.

Candy should be thrown away if the wrapper is faded or torn or if the candy is unwrapped.

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INTO THE WOODS

DEBUTS AT BEEF & BOARDS Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre will present its premiere production of Stephen Sondheim’s enchanting musical, Into the Woods starting Oct. 6. The Brothers Grimm hit the stage in this epic fairy tale about wishes, family and the choices we make.

The story follows a Baker (Don Farrell) and his wife (Meaghan Sands), who wish to have a child; Cinderella (Amanda Downey), who wishes to attend the King's Festival; and Jack (Danny Kingston), who wishes his cow would give milk. When the Baker and his wife learn that they cannot have a child because of a Witch's curse, the two set off on a journey to break it. They venture into the woods where they meet Cinderella and Jack, who are each on their own quests. Everyone's wish is granted, but the consequences of their actions return to haunt them later with disastrous results.

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enchanting and touching. Originally opening on Broadway in 1987, Into the Woods was brought to the big screen by Disney in 2014, earning three Oscar nominations and starring Meryl Streep as the Witch, James Corden as the Baker, Johnny Depp as the Wolf, Emily Blunt as the Baker’s Wife, and Anna Kendrick as Cinderella.

Into the Woods is on stage for 51 performances through Nov. 20 in the intimate space of Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre. Tickets range from $41 to $66 and include Chef Odell Ward’s dinner buffet and select beverages. Parking is always free. For reservations, call the box office at 317.872.9664 anytime between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.

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Q&A WITH

AVON TOWN MANAGER

1. WHERE ARE YOU FROM? I was born in Urbana, Illinois, but moved to Bloomington, Indiana, at 11 months old, so I grew up in Bloomington. I got my bachelor’s and master’s degrees at Indiana University Bloomington from the School of Public and Environmental Affairs. I spent one year of college at the University of Kent in Canterbury, England, where I studied International Relations.

2. HOW LONG HAVE YOU HELD THIS POSITION? I started in July 1998. I was the first Town Manager for the Town of Avon, created in 1995.

from the Mayor of Bloomington, so I got to see how government works up close.

My family has a long heritage of public service. My ancestor, John Benjamin, came from England in 1632 and become the Constable (similar to a Town Manager at that time) of Cambridge, Massachusetts.

One grandfather worked for the 5th Army Headquarters in Chicago, and the other grandfather was a minister for the Congregational Church. My father was a public television producer, and my mother was a teacher.

4. WHAT DOES A TYPICAL DAY LOOK LIKE FOR YOU? There isn’t a typical day in local government.

Every day is different, and that is what makes working for the town enjoyable.

3. WHAT LED YOU TO RUN FOR THIS POSITION? I am appointed by the Town Council. Since I was a teenager, I’ve always been interested in history and government. I was a paperboy 5. WHAT DO YOU CONSIDER MAJOR as a kid, so every day, I would read the paper ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN YOUR CAREER? before delivering it. I lived across the street

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Projects like $100 million of road and trail improvements for Avon; improving our intersections by constructing roundabouts; and construction and expansion of Avon Town Hall Park, connecting our community with trails and sidewalks.

We’re also getting ready to build a bridge over CSX on Avon Avenue.

6. WHAT WOULD YOU CONSIDER SOME FRUSTRATIONS/ DISAPPOINTMENTS IN YOUR CAREER? I like the saying: “Keep calm and carry on,” so I try to not let things frustrate or disappoint me.

7. WHAT IS YOUR MAIN GOAL FOR THE FUTURE? Continuing to maintain the good quality of life in Avon.

8. WHAT DO YOU LIKE BEST ABOUT AVON? We’re a family friendly community. We

have nice parks and a natural environment, good restaurants and shopping.

9. WHAT IS THE BEST ADVICE YOU HAVE EVER RECEIVED? There are many people that have given me advice throughout my life, and the best advice was from my mom who said that we should be nice to everyone.

10. ONE WORD TO DESCRIBE YOU? I try to follow my mom’s advice, so I would say the one word to describe me is “nice.”

11. TELL ME ABOUT YOUR FAMILY, AGES, ETC. I’ve been married to Lexi for 11 years. We have a 6-year-old daughter. I have three boys from my previous marriage; the oldest is 22 and is a senior at DePauw University, my middle son is 18 and a senior at Avon High School, and my youngest son is 16 and is a junior at Avon High School. We have three dogs too!

12. WHAT DO YOU DO TO RELAX? Play outside with my daughter, walk the dogs, go on a bike ride, play golf with my sons and watch the sunset with Lexi.

13. DO YOU LIVE IN AVON? Yes. 14. WHAT IS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY’S FAVORITE PART OF AVON? Town Hall Park – we like the trails and the playgrounds.

15. WHAT WAS YOUR LAST FAMILY VACATION? We went to New Buffalo, Michigan. We rented a home and hung out at the beach for a week. We go to New Buffalo every summer and pretend we’re in Florida without the salt water or sharks.

16. WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE BOOK? I like non-fiction books, mostly about historical events or people. For fiction,

it would be “Lord of the Rings” by JRR Tolkien or any book by Stephen King.

17. FAVORITE MOVIE? I like the westerns with Clint Eastwood: “The Good, the Bad and the Ugly;” “A Fistful of Dollars for a Few Dollars More;” and “Unforgiven.”

18. ARE YOU INVOLVED IN ANY COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS? I am a member of the Avon Rotary Club and Avon United Methodist Church.

19. YOUR FAVORITE FOOD? I enjoy different kinds of ethnic food including Thai, Indian, Mediterranean and Argentine.

20. FAVORITE SONG? I enjoy old and new music. My favorite song would be either “Romeo and Juliet” by Dire Straits or “Let It Be” by the Beatles.

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One of the most highly-acclaimed and popular musicals ever written will be presented at Avon High School this fall. Avon High School Choirs will present Meredith Willson’s “The Music Man” Friday, November 4, and Saturday, November 5 at 7 p.m. On Sunday, November 6, there will be a matinee performance at 2 p.m.

Admission is $12/adult and $8/student. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door; there are no presales. All performances will be presented at the Hendrick’s Regional Health Auditorium.

In 1957, the show became a hit on Broadway, winning five Tony Awards, including Best Musical. It ran for 1,375 performances. The cast album won the first ever GRAMMY Award for Best Musical

Theater Album and spent over four years on the Billboard charts.

The show’s success led to revivals, including a long-running 2000 Broadway revival, a popular 1962 film adaptation and a 2003 television remake.

Starring in the show are Matt Kruze in the title role; Claire Trinkle as Marian; Evan Espling and Olivia Ash as Mayor Shinn and his wife and Travis Johnson as Marcellus. The cast will include several children from Avon Community Schools.

It should be an enjoyable and memorable event for adults and children alike. Mark your calendars now!

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Hunting Pumpkins With Halloween fast approaching and our beloved summer months dwindling down, the time is near to curl up with some hot cider, munch on some candy corn and carve plump pumpkins. Even if you prefer not to mess with pumpkin “guts” or don’t care for the brisk autumn air, this time of year is definitely one full of opportunities for family fun. Here are some great places to go if you and your family want to make the most out of this colorful fall!

Beasley’s Orchard and Gardens

Beasley’s has been providing fresh produce and family fun since 1946, making 2016 their 50th anniversary. To celebrate, Beasley’s opened their “It’s A Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!” corn maze on September 9 which goes all the way through October 31. This corn maze is only one of the exciting activities the orchard has to offer, so head to beasleys-orchard.com for more information on the great things Beasley’s has to offer.

Hogan Farms

Just off East County Road in Brownsburg is Hogan Farms.

Exclusively open for the fall months, this farm offers pumpkin patches, hayrides, a corn maze and even a petting zoo on the weekends. While the pumpkin patch is open throughout the week, the hayrides and corn maze are only open on certain days. You can visit brownsburgcornmaze.com to check out the dates and times for each event and to discover more of the fun fall festivities that Hogan Farms has to offer.

Anderson Orchard

Anderson Orchard is open seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., giving you and your family plenty of time to go out and experience the fun activities they have to offer revolving around fall. With weekend hayrides across the orchard’s 100+ acres and u-pick pumpkins, apples and more, Anderson Orchard offers loads of fun options for the autumn season. Visit andersonorchard.com for more information.

Adrian Orchards

Currently in its third generation of family ownership, Adrian Orchards just so happens to be where the world record was set for the fastest apple picker back in 1980 with 365.5 bushels of apples in eight hours. Aside from this fun fact, the orchard offers fresh apple cider as well as fresh picked apples throughout the fall season. To learn more about Adrian Orchards and what they have to offer, visit adrianorchards.com.

Stuckey Farm

Whether you’re looking for Indiana’s best apples and cider or simply a quiet place to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Stuckey Farms is the place for you. Located off Hamilton Boone Road, Stuckey Farms offers Harvest Festivals every weekend until October 23. These festivals offer corn mazes, hayrides and many more family-friendly adventures. For more on the Harvest Festivals and the other activities that Stuckey Farm has to offer, visit stuckeyfarm.com.

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BACK THE BLUE Avon Chamber of Commerce Director Tom Downard and Avon Police Department Chief Sean Stoops went head to head in a friendly fundraising completion on Tuesday, Sept. 13 to raise funds for new helmets and vest plates for the Avon Police Department.

Both were hoisted to the top of the Avon Community School Corporation Administration building by the Avon Fire Department’s ladder truck where they were to stay until they reached their goal of $5,000 each.

Both Downard and Stoops reached their goal within about 20 hours after an overnight stay on the roof.

The donations continued to roll in even after they came down off the roof, earning the Avon Police Department over $17,000.

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