AUGUST 2022
MAGAZINE
SENSE OF PURPOSE ZAIRE FRANKLIN CONTINUES TO BRING HIS BEST TO THE COLTS AND THE INDY COMMUNITY DELICIOUS DESTINATION
Titus Bakery Makes Boone County a Hole Lot Sweeter
ON THE SAME PAGE
Former Indianapolis Colt Gary Brackett Pens New Book on Diversity and Inclusion
SPECIAL COLTS SECTION INSIDE TownePost.com
Hey Neighbor! COME VISIT! COME PLAY! COME EXPLORE! Lebanon, IN
VISIT LEBANON & EXPERIENCE ITS UNIQUE COMBINATION OF SMALL-TOWN CHARM & YEAR-ROUND FUN!
#ThisIsHome
Seashore Waterpark
Battle of the BBQ
August
TUESDAYS 5-7 FRIDAYS 6:30-8:30 AUGUST 13TH AUGUST 20TH AUGUST 20TH
Events
LEBANON CITY MARKET SUMMER NIGHTS-MUSIC ON THE PLAZA BATTLE OF THE BBQ AUGTOBERFEST DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE
Splash Pad
Tiger Trail Big 4 Trail
Daddy Daughter Dance
SCAN TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THESE
Augtoberfest
LEBANON EVENTS & ATTRACTIONS!
Pickleball Courts
TownePost.com / AUGUST 2022 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / 3
A TOWNE POST NETWORK PUBLICATION
IN THIS ISSUE
AUGUST 2022
For advertising information, contact:
16
PUBLISHER BRANDON BALTZ Brandon@townepost.com 317.514.9522
CHAMBER SPOTLIGHT
Zionsville Chamber of Commerce
17
ON THE SAME PAGE
TOWNE POST NETWORK, INC.
Former Indianapolis Colt Gary Brackett Pens New Book on Diversity and Inclusion
FOUNDER/CEO TOM BRITT tom@townepost.com 317.496.3599 PRESIDENT JEANNE BRITT jeanne@townepost.com 317.810.0011 PRODUCTION COORDINATOR ERIN TURK DIRECTOR OF DIGITAL ENGAGEMENT JOSH BROWN CREATIVE DIRECTORS TONI EADS VAL AUSTIN COPY EDITOR JON SHOULDERS
21 21
5
SENSE OF PURPOSE
DELICIOUS DESTINATION
Titus Bakery Makes Boone County a Hole Lot Sweeter
8
Boone County Chamber of Commerce
9
TOWNE POST NETWORK, INC. 8800 North Street, Suite 117 Fishers, IN 46038 Phone/Text: 317-810-0011
#SPOTLIGHTINGLOCAL FOR FRANCHISE INFORMATION, VISIT franchising.townepost.com
13
WELL PLAYED
Zionsville Farmers Market Turns 25
27
Local Nonprofit Helps to Battle Canine Cancer
Scan the QR code to see this magazine’s real-time reach and distribution numbers.
24
A SEASON TO CELEBRATE
CHAMBER SPOTLIGHT
FUR THE BRAND REAL-TIME ANALYTICS
Zaire Franklin Continues to Bring His Best to the Colts and the Indy Community
MAKING IT COUNT
Children, Families and Community Matter at K1ds Count Therapy
30
Kenny Moore’s Accomplishments on and off the Field Reflect an Unyielding Work Ethic
ARTS IN THE PARK
KEY CONTRIBUTORS AMY PAYNE / JON ELLEGOOD / JULIE YATES MATT KEATING / MEGAN ARSZMAN / RYAN KENNEDY / REBECCA WOOD RENEE LARR / WALKER PHOTOGRAPHY / ZOE DOLACK
Owner Terry Rake took over the family business in 2012
Delicious Destination
TITUS BAKERY MAKES BOONE COUNTY A HOLE LOT SWEETER
It’s hard to miss Titus Bakery among the Lebanon landscape. The exterior features a doughnut-themed mural with a hotpink background. While the facade is eye catching, the aroma of fresh pastries is the real draw for customers, and many of those customers have remained loyal for decades. Titus Bakery has deep roots in Boone County. Rake’s grandfather opened Titus Pastries in Lebanon in the 1950s. He ran the business for 20 years before selling it to another local baker. In the 1980s, Rake’s father bought the business back. Rake began working at the bakery as a teenager with her father, and then she took over the business in 2012. “I feel a big responsibility to maintain what my dad started,” Rake says. “This is an award-winning business and we strive for high standards. I have a legacy to keep.” Writer / Rebecca Wood Photographer / Jon Ellegood
A
t Katelyn and Noah Bennett’s wedding reception, the couple bypassed serving traditional wedding cake in favor of treating their guests to doughnuts. These weren’t just any doughnuts. The newlyweds offered Titus Bakery doughnuts to their family and friends. “We chose to use Titus for our wedding because growing up, my husband and I had such great memories of getting Titus doughnuts on the weekends with our
families,” Katelyn Bennett says. “We love that it is a local, family-owned business that never disappoints.”
Rake says Titus Bakery has not changed its winning recipes in its many years of business. The doughnuts are still made by hand with high-quality ingredients.
Titus Bakery Owner Terry Rake recalls “Why mess with a good thing?” Rake says. countless other stories of people including Titus Bakery doughnuts in special occasions “We know what customers want.” like engagements, weddings, graduations Titus Bakery is known for its Pershing, and birthday celebrations. Maple Bacon, and Peanut Butter Fluff “We consider customers to be family,” Rake doughnuts. Since Rake took over the business, she has expanded the store’s says. “Our business is like a local hangout offerings to include cookies, cakes and pies. and a destination. We have a great product In 2014 Titus Bakery added deli sandwiches and people travel from all over for our made with Boar’s Head meat, fresh veggies doughnuts.” and homemade bread. 6 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2022 / TownePost.com
Within the last decade, Titus Bakery has added new locations. In 2016 Titus Bakery opened a second store in Westfield. The Westfield location offers the same products as the Lebanon store. However, the store also includes a party room with birthday party offerings. Rake opened a third Titus Bakery location in 2020 within Reynolds Farm Equipment
in Atlanta, Indiana. Rake is grateful for the support Titus Bakery has received from the Boone County community and its long-standing customers. In appreciation, Rake seeks to give back by supporting such organizations as the Salvation Army, and area churches and food pantries.
“We want to continue to watch trends in the industry and get feedback from our customers, but we will continue to do our best to maintain our high-quality products,” Rake says. Titus Bakery can be found at 820 West South Street in Lebanon. For more info, call 765-482-1740 or visit titusbakery.com.
Titus Bakery is a third generation family owned, award winning business that has earned a reputation for providing some of the finest donuts in the state. Titus also offers sandwiches featuring Boar’s Head meats and cheeses.
1/2 PAGE AD
CAKES, COOKIES AND COFFEE DRINKS
LOCATIONS LEBANON
820 W. South Street 765-482-1740 Monday-Friday, 6:00-6:00
REYNOLDS FARM EQUIPMENT 1451 E. 276th 317-376-7007 Monday-Friday, 7:00-2:00, Saturday, 7:00-12:00
TownePost.com / AUGUST 2022 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / 7
WESTFIELD
17471 Wheeler Road 317-763-1700 Monday-Sunday, 6:00-6:00
CHAMBER SPOTLIGHT
BOONE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE sizes of business, she says she will get feedback and strong ideas from many different members of the community. “I want to create more resources and opportunities for Boone County businesses to continue to grow and flourish,” McGriffBensley says. “I’m excited about the county’s prosperity and l look forward to meeting and working with the community.” McGriff-Bensley has a strong work history that she will be able to utilize to lead the Boone County Chamber of Commerce. She has worked in education and nonprofit management. She firmly believes Boone County has many more business opportunities ahead that will benefit the whole community.
Joslyn McGriff-Bensley Writer / Matt Keating Photography Provided
Joslyn McGriff-Bensley, the new executive director of the Boone County Chamber of Commerce, says she is looking forward to her new job and has exciting plans for the future. Her vision is to expand on everything positive that has already happened in the county and build on those impressive accomplishments. She will work with many of the large and small businesses in the community that have thrived through the years. “I hope to continue building on the growth and momentum of my predecessor, Diane Schultz,” she says. “My vision moving forward is to elevate the chamber and our members.”
“Most recently I served as the assistant executive director for the Association of Fraternity/Sorority Advisors and its foundation in Indianapolis,” she says. “I have worked for over 15 years in nonprofit and corporate environments leading teams, managing budgets and building partnerships.” McGriff-Bensley is also actively involved in the Junior League of Indianapolis, and is currently national chair of her sorority’s committee on diversity, equity and inclusion. McGriff-Bensley notes that many of her other work skills will be highly beneficial in her new job. “I’m passionate about collaboration, event management and turning something good into something extraordinary,” she says. McGriff-Bensley lives in the Eagle Creek area of Indianapolis with her husband and their dog Dawson. She says she loves living there. “There is always something going on in the Circle City and the surrounding towns,” she says. “As an Indiana transplant, I can personally attest to the Hoosier hospitality.”
The chamber grew 85% throughout the last five years under the leadership and direction of Schultz. McGriff-Bensley is looking forward to continuing those positive and impressive efforts.
McGriff-Bensley notes that she loves hearing from people on what they believe will benefit county businesses.
She is also looking forward to meeting more people in Boone County and hearing what they have to say. McGriff-Bensley has more than 15 years of professional and business leadership experience. With Boone County experiencing recent growth in all
“I rarely turn down a cup of coffee,” she says. “I cannot wait to meet with community members, especially the nonmembers of the chamber, to get a sense of who they are. I’m open to feedback and how the chamber can support it.”
BOONE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 221 N. LEBANON ST. / LEBANON, IN / 765-482-1320 / BOONECHAMBER.ORG 8 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2022 / TownePost.com
Founder & CEO Samantha McAfee
FUR THE BRAND
LOCAL NONPROFIT HELPS TO BATTLE CANINE CANCER TownePost.com / AUGUST 2022 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / 9
Writer / Megan Arszman Photographer / Amy Payne
If there’s a furry animal somewhere nearby, you can almost guarantee that Samantha McAfee will find it and either try to feed it or give it some love. There’s a reason why she grew up with the name Snow White, and it’s because of her deeply ingrained love for all animals - wild and domesticated. It’s because of that love that she started her foundation to help dog owners battle canine cancer.
their children, and Valerie is a lot like her firstborn. The couple spent their honeymoon trying to think of what they could do to help other dogs battling cancer like Valerie. “Being an animal lover, I was first thinking of how I could help the animals, but then I got to thinking - why can’t I help the person too?” McAfee says. “I needed to be able to do both.”
10,000. “We’ve heard a lot of stories from owners saying they had to pick up second jobs or work overtime to be able to afford treatment for their dogs, so to know that we’re able to help them be home more with their dog to enable the healing process is huge for me,” McAfee says.
If an owner is looking for assistance from Fur The Brand, they start with an application process available on the official website. Applicants must fill out the form and a veterinarian authorization form that allows the foundation team to speak with all treating veterinarians to discuss the dog’s illness. Photos of the dog and a treatment estimation are also requested for the next step. After discussing the dog’s health and the honest chances of the dog pulling through, Fur The Brand’s team, which At the height of the COVID pandemic in consists of Bridget Davis, Brandy Allen2020, McAfee went to work learning all Harveth and Rachel Hickey, then reviews about running a foundation and how to start the month’s budget and decides how to best fundraising. While the National Canine spend that money. Cancer Foundation exists for research and medication development, McAfee has not “We haven’t really turned anyone away yet, been able to find another foundation like except for those that don’t fill out the entire her own. In just over a year, Fur The Brand application process,” McAfee says. “I feel has helped 14 dogs from Indiana, Illinois, like the bigger we get, the more we’ll have Iowa, Pennsylvania and Texas. Each cancer to tighten the rules as to whom will get the treatment might cost an owner $5,000 to funding.”
That’s how Fur The Brand was born. The company name is inspired by For The Fur The Brand is a nonprofit foundation run Brand, a slogan Pat incorporates into his by McAfee and her two best friends, Noelle marketing and products. Fur The Brand Norwood and Mystica O’Connor, out of helps to pay for cancer treatments. Hamilton County. The national foundation is dedicated to assisting with treatments “This helps the dog fight the cancer while related to canine cancer. It all started relieving the financial burden on the because of McAfee’s beloved pup Valerie, owners, so they can just be there for the and her battle with cancer. dog,” McAfee says. “Her first round of surgeries, I was a mess,” McAfee says. “I was emotionally drained. I just kept thinking about growing up, knowing my parents wouldn’t be able to pay the extra bills, there would be no way I could afford to pay for any of the treatments she needed.” To McAfee and her husband, former Indianapolis Colts punter and multimedia mogul Pat McAfee, their seven animals are
10 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2022 / TownePost.com
Funding for the foundation comes mostly from donations accepted via the website’s PayPal link. Fur The Brand was able to host one formal fundraiser early in its inception called “Dinner for the Dogs,” which was a four-course meal with cocktail pairings. McAfee is planning on one more big fundraiser this year, a gala in November, which happens to be National Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Currently, Fur The Brand merchandise is available on the official website, with proceeds going towards the foundation. McAfee is working on a sponsorship program in hopes that local and even national groups will work with the foundation to help more dogs nationwide.
1/2 PAGE (ISLAND)
“We hit the ground running last year, and it’s just been really cool to be able to help dogs and their owners,” McAfee says. “There are hard days. There are multiple times that we’ll get stories and we just sob. At first I wanted to spend all of our money helping everybody I could, but my friends have been able to wrangle me in and help me work on a budget. I still have some learning to do, but this has been very fulfilling.” To learn more about Fur The Brand and how you can help, visit furthebrand.com. TownePost.com / AUGUST 2022 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / 11
22592 EMBGMC_Zionsville.ai
1
8/29/18
10:32 AM
C
M
Y
CM
MY
CY
CMY
K
e Buick GMC Stor in the State! No Games, No Gimmicks, Just Deals. Come experience our award winning sales & service teams.
9896 N. N Mi Michigan hi Rd. Rd • 317 317-872-9896 872 9896 (Across from Home Depot)
10 OFF %
YOUR NEXT SERVICE REPAIR UP TO $200 Not valid with other offers. Must present at time of write-up. Offer good through 12/31/2022. One Coupon per customer.
12 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2022 / TownePost.com
Well Played
KENNY MOORE’S ACCOMPLISHMENTS ON AND OFF THE FIELD REFLECT AN UNYIELDING WORK ETHIC Writer / Ryan Kennedy Photography Provided by the Indianapolis Colts
TownePost.com / AUGUST 2022 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / 13
I
ndianapolis Colts fans have known about Kenny Moore’s talent since the team signed the undrafted rookie out of Valdosta State University off of waivers in 2017. In 2021 the defensive back cemented his status as a star player, recording 101 tackles, a sack, four interceptions and a forced fumble. He was one of only two defensive backs to register 100 tackles and at least 10 passes defensed. The fans and the rest of the league took notice and Moore was selected to his first Pro Bowl. Moore says during the season he’s focused on one thing - doing his job to the best of his ability. He says that as the season progresses, players start thinking more and more about the possibility of making the Pro Bowl. “This is part of the reason why we play,” he says. “I mean, who wouldn’t want to be known as one of the best at their position? Yeah, we want to win a Super Bowl. Yeah, we want to win each week. But for us to do that, I have to play great.” Moore keeps an eye on all of the other defensive backs around the division, tracking their accomplishments, always working towards being the best defensive back in the American Football Conference (AFC). He says it was during a game against the New England Patriots, and the second matchup against the Houston Texans where he recorded his fourth interception of the season and forced a fumble, that Moore knew he was a Pro Bowler.
When Colts Head Coach Frank Reich read Moore’s name off the list of Pro Bowl selections, Moore flashed back to all the hard work, stress and preparation he had put himself through, from college to being an undrafted rookie, all the way through his professional career. The work Moore puts in to succeed on the field is matched by the work he puts in to help the community around him. Moore was nominated by the Colts for the 2021 Walter Payton Man of the Year award. Moore is heavily involved in various charities, notably those that help children like the Mighty Mason Fund, A Kid Again, and Hope to Dream. Moore has been involved in charity work going all the way back to his days at Valdosta State. He says he doesn’t care how he helps - he just wants to make people in the community feel special and care for them. Being a philanthropist has always been a part of who he is. “I’m not here to play football,” Moore says. “I don’t think God has put me in this position just to play football and eat, breathe, sleep football. Some people are like that, but I just feel like I’ve always been that kid that had different dimensions about myself - and it’s being a good person. It’s being respectful. It’s being admirable. I just wanted to make a positive impact in the communities that I resided in. Just being here in Indy, I’m just taking it for what it is. I just want to embrace everything about Indy.”
14 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2022 / TownePost.com
"I JUST FEEL LIKE I’VE ALWAYS BEEN THAT KID THAT HAD DIFFERENT DIMENSIONS ABOUT MYSELF AND IT’S BEING A GOOD PERSON. " — COLTS DEFENSIVE BACK KENNY MOORE
1/2 PAGE AD Indianapolis has embraced Moore and he’s embraced the community. During his time in Indianapolis, Moore has developed a love for racing. He’s set up a racing simulator in his basement and recently took the Colts defensive backs gokart racing - a race which he won. Moore also attended the Indianapolis 500. Selection to the Pro Bowl hasn’t dampened Moore’s hunger to be the best. Every season is different, but Moore’s preparation is the same. “Proving myself first that I am who I say I am - I am who I believe I am,” he says. “It’s that worker’s mentality of being that Division II player, of being unknown, unrecognized - just that hungry feeling. There’s a continuous chip on my shoulder each off-season, preparing for the season.” With a new defensive coordinator, new defensive coaches and new faces around the locker room, Moore says he’s excited to get back in the Colts complex and prepare for the new season. He says he took a big step last year, physically, mentally and emotionally. He’s focused on taking another big step this season. Kenny Moore and the Colts play their first preseason game of the 2022 season on August 13. The Colts are hoping to win the AFC South for the first time since 2014.
TownePost.com / AUGUST 2022 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / 15
CHAMBER SPOTLIGHT
ZIONSVILLE CHAMBER RECEIVES STATEWIDE RECOGNITION FOR CHAMBER OF THE YEAR HONORS The Zionsville Chamber of Commerce has been named Indiana Chamber of the Year by the Indiana Chamber Executives Association (ICEA) in recognition of its innovative programming and excellent leadership growth. Allyson Gutwein, Executive Director of the Zionsville Chamber, accepted the award June 23rd at the 2022 ICEA Annual Conference in Elkhart, Indiana. "The Zionsville Chamber team excels as a leading organization to watch in this state," said ICEA President Shelli Williams, IOM. "The innovative projects flowing from this organization over the past few years have garnered recognition and respect from
peers. It's an honor to recognize their team in 2022 with this statewide recognition."
Nine semi-finalists were reviewed by a panel of chamber professionals located outside of Indiana. This year's judging panel hailed “We are pleased our innovative from Wyoming; Illinois; Oklahoma; and programming and benefits were recognized,” Ohio. Semi-finalists were required to submit says Erica Carpenter, Zionsville Chamber of a brief video highlighting successes this past Commerce Board President. “The creation year. and development of the RISE Foundation and its inaugural program, STEMz, as well The Indiana Chamber Executives Association is the statewide organization as our advocacy and Microgroup member targeting the professional development benefits received Innovation Awards. Part of staff leading local chambers across of our mission is to enhance our members’ success through advocacy, member benefits the state. 2022 marks the 20th year that and services. It is a testament to the ICEA has recognized a local chamber of the year annually. This is the second time ingenuity, creativity and dedication of our that the Zionsville Chamber has had this hard working staff that we were recognized as successfully doing so.” recognition, as the Zionsville Chamber won the award previously in 2014.
ZIONSVILLECHAMBER.ORG | (317) 873-3836 | INFO@ZIONSVILLECHAMBER.ORG | 112 N 9TH ST • ZIONSVILLE, IN 46077
16 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2022 / TownePost.com
ON THE SAME PAGE FORMER INDIANAPOLIS COLT GARY BRACKETT PENS NEW BOOK ON DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION Writer / Ryan Kennedy Photographer / Walker Photography
TownePost.com / AUGUST 2022 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / 17
F
ormer Indianapolis Colts linebacker Gary Brackett made 707 tackles during his nine-year NFL career. Now a professional speaker and business coach, Brackett is tackling the complex conversations surrounding diversity and inclusion in his new book, “30 Days to Diversity.” In May of 2020, Brackett drove downtown to get a haircut and witnessed firsthand what he’d already seen on social media. The protests in response to the murder of George Floyd had started peacefully, but had eventually taken a violent turn. Windows were broken, businesses were damaged, cars were set ablaze. Brackett says he knew something needed to be done. He knew someone needed to work towards educating and unifying the community, so he got to work on his book. “30 Days to Diversity” is the culmination of two years of research by Brackett. The book is aimed at the business community,
but can be helpful to anyone looking to create a more diverse and inclusive environment. The book is 30 chapters divided into Brackett’s CHAMP framework, looking at the current situation and root causes of issues, honing in on desired outcomes, applying principles to eliminate and delegate things that no longer serve a purpose, taking massive action to achieve desired outcomes, and pursuing a championship transformation and chasing the best version of ourselves. As Brackett points out in the “30 Days to Diversity” introduction, this is not a book for the faint of heart. It bluntly discusses issues that make some people uncomfortable and that some decry as divisive topics. Issues such as critical race theory, the Black Lives Matter movement, defunding the police, and privilege, have their own chapter in the book. Rather than preaching or lecturing, Brackett calmly breaks down these topics and provides crucial history and context behind them.
Many of these topics, he says, aren’t all that controversial or divisive once one understands their origins and what they’re actually about. “I wanted to address some of these loaded topics in a way where I can humanize them by sharing some of my stories,” Brackett says in the book. “The whole notion of ‘I’m colorblind and blame it on my innocence,’ I think that’s no longer viable. I think we have to open our eyes to color and see people where they are in regards to their color, in regards to their ethnicity, in regards to their religions and in regards to their gender. I think all these things are important if we’re going to truly be inclusive.” Throughout the book, Brackett discusses how his experiences in NFL locker rooms and managing businesses taught him the value of interacting with people of different backgrounds and walks of life. He highlights the value of not just listening to others, but also actually making the effort to hear what
18 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2022 / TownePost.com
“I WANTED TO ADDRESS SOME OF THESE LOADED TOPICS IN A WAY WHERE I CAN HUMANIZE THEM BY SHARING SOME OF MY STORIES.” —GARY BRACKETT
they have to say and understand where they are coming form. Brackett believes that most people want to do the right thing, but he says the media and bad-faith actors are contributing to the divisive atmosphere in our communities. “I think the bad guys are winning in terms of like the trash that we see online, the media, and just some of their triggering comments and things that they do,” he says. “They want us to not get along. They want us to argue and bicker over these things. Being in a community, like I am seeing these companies inside of them, they want to do well. They want to have unity and they want to know how.” “30 Days to Diversity” is all about the “how.” Brackett isn’t interested in simply highlighting problems - he’s interested in finding solutions. The book is full of daily activities and actionable items to help businesses and people be more diverse and inclusive. Brackett acknowledges that he’s not going to solve centuries of racism and prejudice in 30 days, but he says “30 Days to Diversity” is an important step in the right direction. “I think we got to try,” he says. “We got to make an attempt. I think a lot of people won’t change, and will still feel how they feel and think how they think, but a lot of people will. I think there are more of the people that will than that won’t.” “30 Days to Diversity” is a companion piece to the “30 Days to Diversity” workbook, as well as the workshop Brackett developed to help businesses handle issues of diversity and inclusion.
This is your way back. 1/2 PAGE The home to proven, innovative options for your back, neck or spine pain.
(ISLAND)
The #1 hospital in the state for patient safety in spine surgery.1 OrthoIndy Northwest 8450 Northwest Blvd. • Indianapolis, IN 46278 317.802.2000 • OrthoIndy.com/spine
1
2022 CareChex® Awards by Quantros
TownePost.com / AUGUST 2022 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / 19
P A V E R
R E S C U E
Love Your Patio Again
Paver Rescue’s Professional Services: PAVER SEALING PAVER CLEANING PAVER REPAIR ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
Book Your Free Estimate Today!
317-259-4880
20 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2022 / TownePost.com
paverrescue.com
SENSE OF PURPOSE ZAIRE FRANKLIN CONTINUES TO BRING HIS BEST TO THE COLTS AND THE INDY COMMUNITY TownePost.com / AUGUST 2022 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / 21
Writer / Ryan Kennedy Photography Provided by the Indianapolis Colts
W
hen Zaire Franklin was drafted by the Indianapolis Colts in the seventh round of the 2018 NFL draft, he didn’t know where his new team was located. “Honestly, I didn’t know where Indiana was,” says the linebacker drafted out of Syracuse University. “I’m not good at geography. That’s like my weakest point. I was excited, first of all, but I really didn’t know much about it. I had no prior knowledge. I had never even been to the Midwest before.” Franklin did know that he was joining a organization that valued winning the right way on the field and cultivating a culture of service off of it. The Colts organization wants players who represent Indianapolis in a positive way. It took some time for the Philadelphia native to adjust to the slower tempo of life in the Midwest, but he knew right away that he wanted to make Indianapolis proud.
2021 saw Franklin, a team captain, have the best season of his career. In the fourth and final year of his rookie contract, Franklin started 11 games, recording 40 tackles, an interception, a fumble recovery and a blocked punt. In March of this year he agreed to a three-year, $12 million contract extension with the Colts. “It really felt great to know that the organization valued me the same way I valued the organization,” Franklin says. “Indiana was the home where I was drafted and where I started my career. I got real memories in Indianapolis - real relationships with people in the building, not only from teammates and coaches, but even personnel and media guys and everybody in the booth.”
part of the community. “I’m going to be in Indianapolis for three more years,” he says. “I got to immerse myself even deeper in the culture. That was why this year I went to the Indy 500 for the first time, and I loved it. That was a great experience.” Franklin found that the best way to connect with the community is through service. “Community service is something I’m super passionate about and spend a lot of my time on,” he says. “From day one I always just wanted to do my best to help impact the Indianapolis community in a positive way.”
Every week for four seasons Franklin says he’s looked for ways to be of service to the community, with events like jersey giveaways and voter registration drives. Last year the Colts hosted a program for Franklin says it was during his fourth season which players mentored local youth for four weeks. When those kids attended a game, when it hit him that Indianapolis was his home. “Over the past four years me and my one of them asked Franklin to get a turnover family, we found the Indianapolis that works and give him the ball. During that game Franklin blocked a punt, but was unable to for us,” he says. recover the ball. He says moments like that are when he really feels like he’s impacting With his new deal signed, Franklin says the community. “I really get my most he began looking for more ways to be a 22 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2022 / TownePost.com
understanding of what the city really has to offer through service, because I feel like then you really get to meet the people who make the city work,” he says. In 2019 Franklin started Shelice’s Angels, a nonprofit named after his late mother. The organization works with young women, providing them with different opportunities and experiences they might not otherwise have. After Franklin’s rookie year, the organization took a group of girls to the Google offices in New York City. Shelice’s Angels also focuses on providing kids with education on financial literacy. Franklin has a degree in finance and has been managing his own finances since he lost both of his parents at the age of 15. Financial literacy, he says, is something a lot of people need to learn, and he believes in providing kids with whatever tools they need. Not many seventh-round draft picks get
second contracts in the NFL. A lot of players who have achieved what Franklin has achieved would be satisfied. A veteran presence in the locker room, a leader on the field and off of it, Franklin says he has a lot more left to do. “If I’m really being honest, it’s so much more that I want to do for Indianapolis, strictly just from a service standpoint,” he says. “Then, we got to bring the city a championship. That’s something that we need. Darius [Leonard], Kenny [Moore], all the guys, we talk all the time about just what that would mean, not only for ourselves, for our organization, but what that would do for the city.” As Franklin prepares for his fifth NFL season and his fifth year in Indianapolis, he says he takes a great deal of pride in representing his adopted home. “There’s still so much more that I can give for the city and that we can give to the city as a team,” he says. “That’s really what my motivation is.”
Over 30 years in business!
1/2 PAGE AD Let us help you Create & Maintain your outdoor space! Luxury Landscape Care, from Concept through Completion Designs - Hardscapes - Landscapes Maintenance - Lighting - Irrigation TownePost.com / AUGUST 2022 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / 23
francoland.com 317-858-3858
A Season to Celebrate ZIONSVILLE FARMERS MARKET TURNS 25 Writer / Julie Yates Photographer/ Zoe Dolack
Cereset® helps your brain relax and reset itself, enabling you to achieve higher levels of well-being and balance throughout your life. •overcome worry & anxiety •restore hope & happiness •release “stuck” stress •enhance learning & memory •support restful sleep •increase energy & performance
317.922.7588
Summertime in Boone County means plenty of good weather to leisurely visit the Village shops and take advantage of outdoor restaurant seating. It’s also the season for the popular Zionsville Farmers Market, which presents the chance to support local growers while enjoying live music and activities. This year marks an important milestone for the market, which is held on Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. through September 24. “This will be the market’s 25th anniversary season,” says Danielle Pezet, president of the Zionsville Farmers Market. “We are planning a few special ways to celebrate
including an anniversary party at the market on August 13. The market’s location on Zionsville’s historic Main Street bricks was a huge success for our vendors and community last season, and you will find us there again this year between Pine and Hawthorne.” The market is selling 25th anniversary T-shirts, in addition to other T-shirts sold at the central booth. The special T-shirts are $25, and 5% of the proceeds are donated to the Zionsville Food Pantry. The rest of the profits go toward the general running and improvement of the market. Besides the August 13 anniversary party, many other unique events are planned for the season. This year a mascot named Cornelius was introduced. Each week Cornelius is hidden somewhere in the market. As they shop, families are on the
24 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2022 / TownePost.com
lookout to see who can find him. The market expanded this year. Two new produce vendors were added, along with nine more booths with baked goods and other food products. A new event space, a blood drive, kids’ crafts and activities, in addition to animals such as puppies and ponies to pet, are all unique to the market’s milestone year. There will also be free food giveaways such as grilled corn, which was provided by My Dad’s Sweet Corn in July. Service organizations will be hosted each week at the community service booth in order to raise awareness of the work they do. IU Health will be present monthly to provide expert insight on a variety of topics including mental health, women’s health, and creating a healthy lifestyle. Regular updates on each week’s market happenings are posted on Instagram and Facebook. “Zionsville Chamber of Commerce is a strategic partner with the market,” says Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Allyson Gutwein. “They have been fantastic to help us highlight the Merchant of the Week program. Anyone who brings a reusable tote gets a raffle ticket for what a specific merchant is giving away that week. It’s a fantastic community to work with. The vendors bring people to town, to shop and lunch. We look forward to continuing to partner with our local Main Street merchants to sponsor our Bring Your Bag to Market giveaway.” The market welcomes volunteers. Three volunteers are needed for each of the day’s two shifts. It’s a great opportunity for students to accumulate service hours, and an enjoyable way to see friends and neighbors while contributing to a Zionsville tradition. Those interested can sign up on the Zionsville Farmers Market website. The market is located on the bricks of Main Street in Zionsville between Pine and Hawthorne streets. For more info, visit zionsvillefarmersmarket.org, email farmersmarketzionsville@gmail.com or call 317-478-4107.
Free Fridays Free Concert Concert Fridays 6:30 - 8:30pm 6:30 - 8:30pm
6 / 3 / 2 0 2 2 Pop Rock Heroes 6 / 3 / 2 0 2 2 August Pop Rock 5 Heroes 6 / 1 0 /Friday, 2022 in Beligium 6 / 1 0 / 2 0 2 2 Big Big in Beligium 66//1177//22002222 Train Wreck Train Wreck 66//2244//22002222 Mulligans Mulligans10 Saturday, September 77//11//22002222 The Alea The Band Band Alea 77//88//22002222 Frigginaires Frigginaires 77//1155//22002222 Knucklehead Knucklehead 7 / 2 2 / 2 0 2 2 Past Time 7 / 2 2 / 2 0 2 2 Time Join us with the Mulligans Past for the evening concert 77//2299themed //22002222 activities Headwind Headwind with harvest for the whole 88//55/all /220 02222long Mulligans family day 1pm to 9pm Mulligans
Mulligans
Blackhawk Winery 1/4 PAGE AD Harvest Festival
plus plus Our Harvest Our Harvest Festival Concert Festival Concert Saturday,9/10 9/10 Saturday,
Featuring Featuring
Food trucks trucks available available most Food most nights. nights.You Youare are welcome to to bring bring in your welcome your own own food food&&nonnonalcohol beverages. beverages. Lawn Lawn chairs alcohol chairs are areencouraged. encouraged. Pets must must be be leashed. leashed. Beer Pets Beer & & other otheralcohol alcohol strictly prohibited. prohibited. Coolers strictly Coolers will will be bechecked checked upon entry. upon entry.
Mulligans Mulligans
TownePost.com / AUGUST 2022 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / 25
Reserve your Reserve your free free tickets tickets
www.blackhawkwinery.com www.blackhawkwinery.com
Scan for More Info & Sign Up!
As Low As
BEFORE AFTER
25
$
For 2 Bins!
26 BONUS 1/2 BIN SCRUB AD FROM BROWNSBURG Check Out Our Plans, Pricing & Sign Up Online!
Reviews on Google!
Garbage Bin Cleaning
Garbage smells. Bin Scrub works!
Clean
Sanitize
Deodorize
Sign Up Online: www.binscrub.com 317.798.0000
Build the outdoor living space of
Your Dreams
Build a Better Backyard With over 40 years of experience, we can design and build the outdoor living space that meets your desires. We begin with your idea, then add our design and construction expertise to transform your outdoors into your perfect backyard retreat, all with superior warranties and a national project guarantee for added piece of mind.
26 BONUS 1/2 ARCHADECK AD FROM $500 off CARMEL
Offer must be presented at time of contract signing. Cannot be combined with other offers.
Free Design Consultation D E C K S • PA T I O S • S C R E E N E D P O R C H E S SU N ROOMS • F I R E F E AT U R E S • PE RG OL A S
Proud Partner of
26 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2022 / TownePost.com
317-576-3883 Archadeck.com
Founders Frank and Lindsay Knez
Making It Count CHILDREN, FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY MATTER AT K1DS COUNT THERAPY
Writer / Renee Larr Photographer / Jon Ellegood
K1ds Count Therapy (KCT) looks noticeably different now compared to its origin in 2015. “Our company started out in a farmhouse on our property in Brownsburg with just a few therapists,” says Lindsay Knez, founder and co-CEO. “We had planned on serving 10 clients for speech, [applied behavior analysis] and occupational therapies.”
Fast-forward to present day, and you’ll find that KCT serves more than 1,000 clients on a weekly basis and 50-plus schools in surrounding counties, while also providing engaging employment opportunities to more than 300 team members. “We provide so much more than therapy,” says Frank Knez, founder and co-CEO. “K1ds Count Therapy brings compassionate and dedicated people together to live out a powerful, yet singular mission - to SERVE together.”
our field,” Lindsay adds. “We want the experience of our employees, clients and families to be welcoming and highly personalized.”
KCT has grown through the years to provide clinic-based services for families in Brownsburg (established in 2015), Crawfordsville (established in 2015) and Zionsville (established in 2021). Among the professional services offered are mentalhealth counseling, psychological diagnostic testing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, applied behavioral Across all disciplines and locations, every analysis therapy, school psychology, dyslexia member of the KCT team has a passion to services, school counseling, and schoolhelp families, as well as each other, under the SERVE acronym (selflessness, empathy, based autism services. “Collaboration resource, value and encourage). “That’s what amongst disciplines and professionals is at the core of our clinical services,” says we’re driven by every day,” Frank says. Lindsay, who is dually certified as a speechlanguage pathologist and board-certified “We want to continue to be the light in TownePost.com / AUGUST 2022 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / 27
“WE WANT TO BUILD LONG-TERM AND THOUGHTFUL PARTNERSHIPS WITH SCHOOLS, FAMILIES AND BUSINESSES IN THE AREAS WE SERVE.” —FRANK KNEZ
behavior analyst. “We are passionate about providing the most comprehensive and holistic resources for our clients and families.” “It’s about giving back to others,” Frank says. “Our teams live, work and SERVE together. We have many team- and culture-building events that bring our teams and their loved ones together. We also host events to create special moments for our clients, families and communities to come together, such as our B.E.S.T. Fall Fest.” A food truck commonly seen at KCT events, B.E.S.T. Burgers and Fries is a separate organization created by Frank and Lindsay. Building Essential Skills Together (B.E.S.T.) is a nonprofit meant to provide meaningful employment opportunities for adults of all abilities. “Eighty percent of adults with disabilities aren’t able to find employment,” Frank says. “We are here to help remove those barriers to employment.” B.E.S.T. provides supported employment, skill building and job training by partnering with K1ds Count Therapy occupational therapists and local businesses. The current B.E.S.T. employees share time between 28 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / AUGUST 2022 / TownePost.com
KCT clinics and other companies like FedEx, Hope Plumbing and D&E Printing. “We want to build long-term and thoughtful partnerships with schools, families and businesses in the areas we serve,” Frank says. “We also hope to branch out in meaningful ways and continue to be an advocate for those in the community that can’t advocate for themselves.” Frank and Lindsay credit their growth to Jesus, dedicated team members, talented clinicians, and the support of friends, family and community members. “What our team has built over the years is only possible because of our people,” Frank says. “Relationships are the greatest asset that we have. When you create something that allows over 300 individuals to pour into a singular goal and mission, it’s a powerful and special experience.” To join the mission or enroll your child in therapy services, visit kctherapy.com.
BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPE ENVIRONMENTS
for residential and commercial properties
1/2 PAGE AD Personalized Service from Start to Finish In business since 2006
Call for a consultation
317-439-0778
capehartlandscapeanddesign.com
• Landscape Design and Installation • Paver, Natural Stone and Concrete Patios and Walkways • Retaining Walls • Grading, Seeding and Sod Installation • Walkway and Patio Lighting
• • • •
Pergolas and Privacy Panels Water Features Fireplaces, Fire Pits and Fire Features Outdoor Kitchens, Grill Areas and Pizza Ovens • Belgard, Unilock and Techo-Bloc Authorized Contractor • Financing Available
TownePost.com / AUGUST 2022 / BOONE COUNTY MAGAZINE / 29
FREE + ALL-AGES CREATIVE FUN AT MULBERRY FIELDS PARK 9645 WHITESTOWN ROAD
Come celebrate a variety of different artistic expressions, mediums and talents in our town! Saturday, August 6, 2 – 3 pm
Tuesday, August 9, 6 – 7:30 pm
Join us for a community drum circle for families, couples and single dudes & dudettes! We encourage adults with drumming experience to keep the groove alive while providing opportunities for families to play together in a fun, safe and creative way. Experienced drummers are welcome, too.
Bring out the entire family for yoga in the park with Blooming Life Yoga and martial arts demonstrations with Phoenix Rising Karate as we explore the beautiful integration of art, body movement and health.
BONGO BOY
* Drums will be provided but feel free to bring your own
ART MEETS HEALTH
* Please bring your own yoga mat or beach towel Saturday, August 13, 1 – 3 pm
PARK PAINT OUT!
Join us as we transform blank canvas into a beautiful work of art with the help of the community. No prior painting experience is required. Let’s just have fun being creative!
* Smaller canvases will be available for little artists to take home with them.
Tuesday, August 16, 6 – 8 pm
OPEN MIC IN THE PARK Whether you're just starting out, testing out some new tunes or looking for an open stage, grab your musical instruments and head over for our first ever Open Mic in the Park. * Family friendly music only, please. Interested in performing email recreation@zionsville-in.gov
Thank you to our local sponsors!
THE LAMPLITER IS CENTRAL INDIANA’S LAMP POST AND OUTDOOR LIGHTING SPECIALISTS.
Got Trash? LET US TAKE CARE IT!
AUGUST SPECIAL $50 OFF
NO JOB TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL.
$400 OFF
Complete Lamp Post Package Includes post, post light fixture, minimum of 2 wall light fixtures and installation.
Check out or website to book an appointment or text us anytime for a quote!
Complete Landscape Lighting Package
Includes transformer, minimum of 8 light fixtures and installation.
Must Be Booked By August 30th Cannot be combined with other offers. Prior sales excluded. All lighting products must be purchased through The Lampliter. Must have existing/working power supply.
(317) 827-0250 • thelampliter.com 547 Industrial Dr, Carmel, IN 46032
GotTrashLLC.com / 877-95 TRASH
SAVETHE THEDATE DATE SAVE
This year’s Home-A-Rama event is making its return to Westfield’s stunning, highly desirable Chatham Hills neighborhood for the third and final time. Enjoy the community’s luxurious amenities including its two golf courses, swimup bar, recreation center and dining options while exploring new, state-ofthe-art custom homes.
SAVE SAVE THE THE DATE DATE
FOR FIRST INTERNET BANK HOME-A-RAMA 2022 FOR FIRST INTERNET BANK HOME-A-RAMA 2022
SAVE SAVE THE THE DATE DATE SAVE THE DATE
FOR FORFIRST FIRSTINTERNET INTERNETBANK BANKHOME-A-RAMA HOME-A-RAMA2022 2022
FOR FOR FIRST FIRST INTERNET INTERNET BANK BANK HOME-A-RAMA HOME-A-RAMA 2022 2022 FOR FIRST INTERNET BANK HOME-A-RAMA 2022
Sept. Sept. Sept.22-25, 22-25, 22-25,Sept. Sept. Sept.29 29 29–––Oct. Oct. Oct.2, 2, 2,Oct. Oct. Oct.6-9 6-9 6-9
SAVE THE DATES! SAVE SAVE SAVETHE THE THEDATES! DATES! DATES!
This This Thisyear’s year’s year’sHome-A-Rama Home-A-Rama Home-A-Ramaevent event eventis isismaking making makingits its itsreturn return returnto totoWestfield’s Westfield’s Westfield’s stunning, stunning, stunning,highly highly highlydesirable desirable desirableChatham Chatham ChathamHills Hills Hillsneighborhood neighborhood neighborhoodfor for forthe the thethird third third and and andfinal final finaltime. time. time.Enjoy Enjoy Enjoythe the thecommunity’s community’s community’sluxurious luxurious luxuriousamenities amenities amenitiesincluding including including Sept. Sept. 22-25, 22-25, Sept. Sept. 29 –29 Oct. –29 Oct. 2,– Oct. 2, Oct. 6-9 6-9 6-9 Sept. 22-25, Sept. Oct. 2, Oct. SAVE SAVE THE THE DATES! its its itstwo two twogolf golf golfcourses, courses, courses, swim-up swim-up swim-up bar, bar, bar,DATES! recreation recreation recreation center center centerand and anddining dining dining SAVE THE DATES! options options optionswhile while whileexploring exploring exploringnew, new, new,state-of-the-art state-of-the-art state-of-the-artcustom custom customhomes. homes. homes.
This year’s This year’s Home-A-Rama Home-A-Rama eventevent is making is making its return its return toitsWestfield’s to Westfield’s This year’s Home-A-Rama event is making return to Westfield’s stunning, stunning, highly highly desirable desirable Chatham Chatham Hills neighborhood Hills neighborhood for the forthird the third stunning, highly desirable Chatham Hills neighborhood for the third THIS THIS THIS YEAR’S YEAR’S YEAR’S FEATURED FEATURED FEATUREDBUILDERS: BUILDERS: BUILDERS: and final and time. final Enjoy Enjoy the community’s the community’s luxurious luxurious amenities amenities including including andtime. final time. Enjoy the community’s luxurious amenities including its two itsgolf two courses, golf courses, swim-up swim-up bar, recreation bar, recreation center center and dining and dining its two golf courses, swim-up bar, recreation center and dining options options while while exploring exploring new, new, state-of-the-art state-of-the-art custom custom homes. homes. options while exploring new, state-of-the-art custom homes.
Sept. 22-25, Sept. 2929 – Oct. 2, Oct. 6-929-OCT. SEPT. 22-25, SEPT. 2, OCT. 6-9 Sept. 22-25, Sept. – Oct. 2, Oct. 6-9 SAVE THE DATES! SAVE THE DATES! This year’s Home-A-Rama event is making its return to Westfield’s This year’sTHIS Home-A-Rama event is making its return to Westfield’s THIS YEAR’S FEATURED BUILDERS: YEAR’S THIS YEAR’S FEATURED FEATURED BUILDERS: BUILDERS: THIS YEAR’S FEATURED BUILDERS: stunning, highly desirable Chatham Hills neighborhood for the third WEDNESDAY, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 21 21 stunning, highly desirable Chatham Hills neighborhood for the third WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 5:30-9pm 5:30-9pm and final time. Enjoy the community’s luxurious amenities including and final time. Enjoy the community’s luxurious amenities including 5:30-9pm its two golf courses, swim-up bar, recreation center and dining its two golf courses, swim-up bar, recreation center and dining options while exploring new, state-of-the-art custom homes. options while exploring new, state-of-the-art custom homes.
WEDNESDAY, WEDNESDAY, WEDNESDAY,SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER21 21 21 5:30-9pm 5:30-9pm 5:30-9pm
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 5:30-9pm
Realtor Day
FRIDAY, FRIDAY, FRIDAY,SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER23 23 23 12-3pm 12-3pm 12-3pm
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 12-3pm
BBUB UIU ILLD ID LED ERR ESS R SAASA SSSOO SC O CIC IAT AT I AT IIOOIN O N NOOFO F FGGRG REE RAT AT E AT EERR E RIINNID N DID IAAINA NAN APA POO PLO LIIS LSI S
THIS YEAR’S FEATURED BUILDERS: THIS YEAR’S FEATURED BUILDERS:
FRIDAY, FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 23 23 FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 12-3pm 12-3pm 12-3pm WEDNESDAY,
SEPTEMBER 21 WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21 5:30-9pm 5:30-9pm B U I L D EB RU S IA LD SS EO R SC IAAT S SI O ONC IO AT FIO GR NEO AT F EGRRIENAT D IEARN A I NPDOI LAIN SA P O L I S B U I L D E R S A S S O C I AT I O N O F G R E AT E R I N D I A N A P O L I S
SUNBROOK & SUNBROOK VILLAS
2-STORY & RANCH HOMES IN LEBANON FROM MID $200S Visit our two new communities today! Located just minutes to charming downtown Lebanon and 1 mile from I-65. • Sunbrook: 2-story homes with all appliances included (even washer and dryer), build on spacious homesites and enjoy your future community playground • Sunbrook Villas: All ranch homes with lawn care, snow removal and included upgraded features such as granite and LVP flooring. Enjoy community sidewalks with walking trail
Love what you see? Scan the QR Code to tour our decorated model homes! Information is subject to change without notice. See Sales Representative for details. ©2022 NVR, Inc. All Rights Reserved.