Carmel Magazine October 2020

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believed in their mission and offered to volunteer time to edit segments.

Last fall Kelly Young realized that she missed writing, so she decided to start a blog called “Badassery Life”, all about connecting with ordinary women doing extraordinary things.

“This is a personal passion project for all involved,” Young says. “None of us are getting paid.”

thing with my badass friend?” says Young, president of Baise Communications.

They launched the podcast in January of 2020 and began sharing stories of resilience, strength, bravery and transformation. One story chronicled a domestic violence survivor whose estranged husband came to her house “I didn’t care if anybody read it,” Young and asked, “Are you ready to die today?” says. “It was more for me because I get He proceeded to brutally murder their so inspired, motivated and moved by toddler, then came after her. She escaped women’s stories.” and has since become an advocate against gun violence. Another woman, following One day Young and her friend Stevi Stoesz a divorce, gained a substantial amount Kersh were chatting about the subject over of weight, slid into a depression, and was lunch, when an idea struck. suicidal before turning her life around and Young and Stoesz Kersh both work in public becoming a bodybuilder.

“What if we turned my blog into a podcast?” relations and marketing, and they believe Young asked. Stoesz Kersh was all in, and in uplifting females. As for the podcast “These women are impactful and are the pair set out to bring their idea to life. partnership, it seemed like a natural fit from effecting positive change holistically,” Young They gathered equipment and recruited the start. says. “They are badasses in many different like-minded females to help them in their facets of their life. I don’t get caught up in quest - people like Ginny Doran, who “Why wouldn’t I want to do a badass the number of listeners. I just care about 6 / CARMEL MAGAZINE / OCTOBER 2020 / atCarmel.com

empowering women. If we can change one life or impact one person by a story we’ve told, that’s the purpose.”

The initial idea for the concept came after Young wrote her first blog highlighting a friend’s accomplishment of running three half-marathons in three days, in three national parks. Her friend confided that being an accomplished runner is not what she felt made her a badass - that came from the fact that she had overcome sexual abuse as a child.

“If you want to share that story, I think that makes me more of a badass,” the friend said.

Young and Stoesz Kersh believe that every woman has a story, and they are happy to provide a platform in which females can share those stories. They keep the podcasts between 30 and 35 minutes in length so that commuters can listen on their drive to or from work. The podcasts are aired every two weeks on Monday mornings.

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In one of the podcasts, a woman chronicles leaving her job and volunteering her way around the world for an entire year. In another, a mother talks about her son, who had been a victim of gun violence. Shot in the head at the age of 16, his skull was shattered, taking away his ability to walk or talk again.

Young maintains that the greatest thing about the interviews is the way listeners connect with the females in purposeful, relatable, meaningful ways. Young and Stoesz Kersh’s hope is that they are not only empowering the women they are interviewing, but also empowering those experiencing the podcasts.

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October is National Women’s Small Business Month, and these friends are proud to celebrate such an accomplishment.

“Women play so many different roles,” Young says. “We are entrepreneurs, coaches, moms, taxi drivers and advocates. Each role is equally important, but to be a womanowned business is a challenge that should be celebrated and recognized.”

Born in Savannah, Georgia, Stoesz Kersh was raised by her grandparents in Linton, Indiana, after her military father died in a helicopter crash one month before she was born. Young, a mother of two, is glad her podcast serves to inspire her daughter.

“She’s even opened my eyes to some girls and women we should feature,” Young says.

The pair feel the podcast may be especially healing right now, when people might be suffering after months of social isolation.

“People are feeling alone,” Stoesz Kersh says.

“Hearing these stories enables women to identify with others on some level.”

Young adds that feel-good stories are perhaps what many people might need at the moment.

“We want to find the positive beauty in the world,” she says.

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COFFEE & THE ARTS

Owner Vivian Lawhead

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SoHo Cafe & Gallery on South Rangeline Road in Carmel is truly a hometown establishment that supports the arts.

Besides being longtime residents, proprietors Vivian and Larry Lawhead have deep roots within the Carmel community. As a result, the family-owned cafe not only serves up tasty beverages and treats, but also promotes local artists and causes.

“We feel such a part of the Carmel community, especially the old Carmel,” Vivian Lawhead says. “My dad, a builder, moved my mom and me to Carmel in the late ‘50s when I was a preschooler. My husband was born here. My first job was in downtown Carmel at my dad’s real estate office. Our four kids were born here and all six of us are Carmel High School grads.

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where I attended years before.”

Ten years ago, Lawhead inherited what was then called Mohawk Shopping Center.

At that time the brick-and-frame center, which was built between 1970 and 1973, was 75% occupied and needed a facelift.

The Lawhead family realized it could be a great opportunity for growing businesses as well as a way to promote Carmel.

“One of our sons is in commercial real estate,” Lawhead says. “He told us, ‘It’s an

FROM THE BEGINNING, THE CONCEPT BEHIND THE BUSINESS HAS BEEN TO GIVE BACK TO THE COMMUNITY BY WAY OF THE ART WORLD.

old building but look what we could do with it.’ We did all the work ourselves.

Our goal was to fill the center up and we did. People started paying attention, and gradually I began hearing people give directions by saying, ‘It’s over by the SoHo Cafe.’”

Recently, the cafe’s SoHo To Go coffee vehicle has been traveling to neighborhoods, schools and offices. After not being used for more than four years, the Lawheads spent the early part of the summer fixing it up, and it was on the road in early August.

Along with high-quality pastries and bagels, the truck has a full espresso bar

on board. It visits locations within an approximate radius of eight to 10 miles.

A two-hour time slot can be requested by calling the cafe. Popular times have been mornings and around 3:00 p.m. to beat afternoon slumps. Since one barista operates the truck, it is best used for small groups.

“Using the SoHo To Go coffee truck again was in response to this time of COVID,” Lawhead says. “We were shut down for almost eight weeks. We aren’t a big carryout restaurant - besides organic espresso beverages and over 20 varieties of brewedonsite teas, beer and wine, we serve sandwiches and salads. We are fortunate to have a big patio and old-time retail space atCarmel.com / OCTOBER 2020 / CARMEL MAGAZINE / 11

inside the cafe. In May we sponsored a Mosaics and Wine class. Everyone was able to spread out and wore masks.”

From the beginning, the concept behind the business has been to give back to the community by way of the art world. Pieces are sold on consignment, and the entire gallery side of the cafe is covered in works

by Hamilton County artists. Greeting cards, photos, jewelry and large pieces from local artisans are available for sale.

“Many of our relatives are artists, musicians and singers,” Lawhead says.

“Larry is on the boards of the Carmel Symphony Orchestra and the Indianapolis Brass choir. We wanted to pull in the

arts by having live music and showcasing artists. There is a waiting list for artists to have their work hung on the gallery wall.

Many of them have never had their pieces displayed anywhere else.”

The cafe’s Facebook page and Instagram feed keep customers informed about upcoming events. Besides art classes for children and adults, SoHo also allows nonprofit organizations to hold events at the facility. The Carmel Arts Council, which promotes student art, has held its annual local art fundraiser within the cafe’s large interior space. The facility has hosted music on the patio, birthday parties, class reunions, rehearsal dinners and even a wedding.

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“We do all we can to promote the community but still sustain ourselves,” Lawhead says. “We don’t charge nonprofit charities for space. We let them cater in as long as the food is from a commercial kitchen, and they buy the drinks from us. This fall, plans are in the works for the Carmel Symphony Orchestra to hold concerts in the middle of the center’s large parking lot. It will be sort of like going to a drive-in movie. We will have the coffee truck out.”

Lawhead is quick to praise her staff.

“They are loyal, hardworking, friendly and willing to help in any way,” she says.

“Our baristas know people’s names and their orders. So many customers make it a point to stop and tell me what great staff members we have.”

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Kristen Cooper 317-645-6494 The Startup Ladies is a membership organization that identifies, educates, connects, and increases investment in women entrepreneurs starting up and scaling businesses.

We provide: live and virtual education the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month from 6-8pm, 24/7 e-learning, mental wellness for business, and access to funding. We also teach those with financial capacity to invest in startups and connect them to founders.

All genders welcome!

CLOTHES WITH A CAUSE 317-460-6391

Kelli McLaughlin

To create positivity in our community and to pay it forward by highlighting charitable organizations each month and donating our profits to them - all while selling clothing and gifts.

SHELLY WALTERS REALTY GROUP

Shelly Walters 317-201-2601

The Shelly Walters Realty Group is a family real estate team based in Carmel Indiana.

Our focus is to take care of our clients as if they were a part of our family-how we would expect to be treated ourselves. We feel it is very important to have constant communication through the process of either buying or selling a home. This is a major decision and we understand that. Our expertise and understandings of all things real estate set us apart from other realtors. We have won numerous awards-many based on customer service. We feel we have achieved this success due to our strong desire to help our clients and to provide them with the most professional and knowledgeable service possible. When it comes to buying or selling a home we understand this is a major decision and we are here to make sure that the entire process is handled with the utmost professionalism and integrity. When you work with The Shelly Walters Realty Group you can guarantee that they will listen to your needs and concerns the entire way and make sure that the process is handled with your best interest in mind!

ACCENT ON BUSINESS

Ellen Dunnigan 317-218-5115

We are mission driven to show each person how to use their strengths to “show up” as they intend for people to experience them. How to exude professional presence.

How to say what they mean, and influence the actions and decisions of others.

How to look and feel their confident BEST. We’ve been in business 18 years focused on professional communication, public speaking, executive presence, and leader development. We love it that we are invited in to be a part of a person’s or a team’s further success...and often as their “secret weapon” against their competition.

THIRSTY FOR TRAVEL DESIGNS

Katie DeShano 317-864-1500

If you love wine and exploring the road less traveled while immersing yourself in new cultures but find yourself settling for the familiar and ordinary vacations because you feel too overwhelmed to plan it, then we are your solution.

We custom design unique itineraries for the active wine enthusiast, who is also a big dreamer and loves to try new things. Our thoughtfully crafted trips provide a perfect blend of off the beaten path experiences with fun and relaxation allowing our clients to come home reinvigorated, inspired and thirsty for their next adventure.

PEAK MIND LLC

Alicia Mckoy 317-499-6879

Peak Mind is an emerging well-being technology that empowers staff to create a healthier work culture one action-step at a time. Founded in 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana by Alicia McKoy, Peak Mind is dedicated to reducing workplace stress in the moment, helping to lower overall healthcare costs while increasing profitability, employee retention and employee engagement. Alicia is a mental well-being advocate and has spend the past 5.5 years researching the field of well-being and figuring out ways to help make it better or all humans.

CLUB CANINE

Jill Slavin 317-669-2162

Club Canine was created to provide a safe and enriching environment for dogs to let loose and have fun! Our dogs get to play in the group all day long under constant and loving supervision. We provide lots of love, play equipment, and enriching activities.

At Club Canine we have a deep love and passion for dogs. We truly care about your furkids general well-being while in our care and we do not take that responsibility lightly. Club Canine offers many great services and extra care for your dog that others do not.

YOUR DOG OUR PRIVILEGE

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YARD CARD QUEEN Christina Campins 317-460-0140

I have been looking for a business to start for a long time. I found the perfect fit in Yard Card Queen.

There is nothing better than making someone’s day special.

Showing my three daughters to be independent, to work hard and to love what they do is a possibility. I get to customize yard greetings for everyone’s special occasions. Birthdays, anniversaries, new homes, graduations, babies, bridal, retirement and everything in between. Personalized with names, emojis, fun graphics and more. Say a little something in a BIG way! Forget the card, stake the yard instead!

MOSAICS GARDEN

Nancy Keating 317-501-4652

Sharing the Mosaic Joy. www.MosaicsGarden.com Nancy is a contemporary Mosaic Artist. She owns and manages two companies focused on mosaic art. Mosaics Garden deals with the creation / sales of her art, public art and private commissions.

Find her art on her website and Carmel Art On Main Gallery. The other aspect of her business focuses on teaching the Art. Nancy teaches intro to mosaics classes at SoHo Cafe in Carmel and intensive mosaic workshops in her Carmel studio. Recently, Nancy has added “At Home AnyTime “ Mosaic Art Kits and On Line Instructional Courses. www.MosaicsGarden.com

GOODNESS GRACIOUS Tobi Mares 317-316-2121

Goodness Gracious is wholesome food, delivered. We do custom picnic baskets in the warm months and gourmet soups in the cold months. Delivered right to your door. The drive behind this business is food communion.

Sharing a picnic with friends on a beautiful summer day, or cuddling up with loved ones over a bowl of soup on a crisp winter evening. We are community and connection, to the goodness of life.

PEDIATRIC SPEECH AND LANGUAGE SOLUTIONS Jaime Miller 317-569-0086

Pediatric Speech and Language Solutions was established 12 years ago by Carmel native, Jaime Miller. She and her clinical team provide in-person (with COVID-19 precautions in place) and teletherapy sessions. They believe each client is unique and work on an individualized, case-bycase basis to ensure the best treatment options for children. Parents of children and young adults diagnosed with speechlanguage delays, disorders and disabilities, know how difficult it can be watching your child struggle to communicate. Jaime and her team work hand-in-hand with families, to make sure your child gets the support deserved to succeed in any social environment.

COOL CREEK FAMILY HEALTH Farah Myers 317-663-9932

Cool Creek Family Health is a primary care clinic dedicated to providing high-quality, personalized and affordable medical care through the direct primary care model. With a low monthly membership fee, we bring the focus back to you – the patient. You get more relaxed visits, which is more time with your provider and more time for your provider to think about your care — even when you are not in the office! We provide direct access to your provider (via text, email, phone, video chat), same day/next day scheduling, transparent pricing, and minimal wait time with no copays, ever.

BOLDLY CHIC EVENTS Lori Solomon 765-491-2956

Our company offers creative and boutique style event planning services for brides, companies and individuals. Our reputation has been built through connecting with our clients in a warm and confident way - allowing them to plan their weddings and celebrations with full ease and peace of mind.

PURITY BEAUTY

FIVE SISTERS

Bojana Iglendza 312-730-0402

I came to US from Croatia 7 years ago, soon after that became a mum, and wanted to do something but still to be able to be with my daughter. I did some research, found awesome skincare brand in Italy that was not distributed in the US. Got my licenses and the rights for US distribution . We are in few spas in FL and are having our e-commerce. Still very young company, only year and a half.

Emily Nagel 812-240-0301

To make a premium candle with the best ingredients at an affordable price. We use 100% natural soy wax, essential oils and phthalate-free fragrances. Our candles are created by hand from start to finish here in Carmel. I started the company as I have begun many things in my life, inspired by my sisters. Five Sisters Co is a tribute to them and to show what can be done with the love and support of your sisters.

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185 PROMOTIONS & APPAREL Kelly Anderson 317-564-0610

We are a WBE Promotions & Apparel Company located in the heart of Carmel. We are a creative powerhouse who focus on company stores, spiritwear and not for profit branding and giveaways. We can print your logo on virtually anything. We pride ourselves on quality products and creative execution.

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GOODNESS GRACIOUS Wholesome Goodness. Delivered 317.316.2121 ilovegoodnessgracious.com

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Goodness Gracious Picnic Basket Catering is a Big Hit Writer / Christy Heitger-Ewing Photographer / Kelli White

When Tobi Mares moved to Carmel, she was impressed by all the community had to offer - especially outdoor events like concerts in the park. A season ticket holder to Conner Prairie’s Symphony on the Prairie, she began putting together picnic baskets to take to the popular event. Fellow concertgoers soon noticed her baskets and asked if they could purchase one.

When people learn of her picnic basket business, reactions tend to be positive.

“They’re in love with the picnic and the whole idea behind it,” Mares says. “That motivates me even more.”

Mares has always dreamed of opening her own restaurant, and began doing apprenticeship work in local eateries to learn the ropes. Last spring she was set to sign a lease for her own place when the coronavirus led to government-mandated shutdowns. Though the restaurant dream was temporarily on hold, she continued Mares delights in crafting dishes like lemon making picnic baskets all summer for folks who were eager to have picnics in their dill tuna salad sandwiches, teriyaki tofu front yards while socially distancing club sandwiches, Italiano skewers, Greek with neighbors. salads and more. Every sandwich comes with fruit, a side, and a fun, fancy fortune cookie with an inspirational message. Side With fall approaching, Mares has launched a new line of homemade soups, which she choices include sweet potato chips, white delivers to customers’ doors in glass jars bean hummus, German potato salad and so they can simply heat and eat. Options more. include Hungarian mushroom, a ketofriendly sweet potato puree, chicken and Mares, who can easily spend six hours pasta, a dense beef bourguignon, and her a day in her own kitchen creating food, grandpa’s recipe for cream of onion. maintains that simple is better when it comes to cooking.

In addition, Mares has a wellness basket that includes a homemade, high-nutrient “I’m not into foo-foo cooking and while I bone broth, which can be enhanced with appreciate culinary cuisine, honestly one noodles, chicken or vegetables. This basket of my favorite meals is a fried bologna sandwich,” Mares says. “But I do add Cajun also includes coffee cups, antioxidant green tea, vitamins and more. seasoning.”

“Families were getting off of work and grabbing something quick at Kroger to take to these outdoor events,” says Mares, who was eventually inspired to launch Goodness Gracious, a picnic basket catering business.

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“I took the concept of mind, body and spirit, and put it in a basket,” says Mares, who credits her husband Brad for providing the love and support she needs to always forge ahead. “Honestly, 2020 would have been disastrous were it not for Brad, my biggest cheerleader.”

During the pandemic, Mares has used her spare time to pen a book called “Goodness Gracious,” which is a memoir about food, struggle and perseverance. She hopes the launch of her book will coincide with the opening of her restaurant, as she’s considering opening her own eatery after all - at 146th Street and Hazel Dell Parkway. It would offer breakfast, brunch, lunch and baskets.

For Mares, Goodness Gracious is about keeping her grandmother’s spirit alive with picnics and comfort food, by way of old family recipes.

“The whole concept of Goodness Gracious is really about keeping the quilt of America alive through the sharing of food,” Mares says.

To order from Goodness Gracious, call 317-316-2121, email ilovegoodnessgracious@gmail.com, or visit ilovegoodnessgracious.com.

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From 1999 until 2006, Suzanne Deason owned and operated At Home in the Village, a furniture store located on Zionsville’s Main Street in a historic church space. In 2006 she and her husband Dion, who is also her business partner, moved to Dion’s home state of South Carolina where they renovated the former mayor’s mansion.

“It was the whole ‘Designing Women,’ Suzanne Sugarbaker life,” says Deason with a chuckle.

Though they enjoyed the charm of living in the south, the couple always knew they wanted to come back to Zionsville as they appreciated the deep sense of community, and the way residents support local businesses.

“We missed Zionsville a lot and still had friends and clients here,” Deason says.

Last year the pair returned to their roots and reopened their furniture store during Thanksgiving weekend in a different location. Since they are now located on East Cedar Street they changed their name slightly, to Village Home Zionsville.

Though the name is different, the concept is the same. Customers can buy off the floor in the shop, or custom order items.

“Most of our vendors are designer oriented so you have options of fabric, finish, sizing - things you might not get in a big-box store that has just the name-brand stuff,” Deason says.

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flooring. Because they buy direct from a manufacturer, they can save customers money while putting a comprehensive look together.

“From A to Z we can do it all, though a lot of people don’t know that when they first walk into the store,” Deason says. “They think we’re just a little furniture shop, but they soon realize the scope of what all we can do.”

That scope includes new construction, renovations, and both commercial and residential projects. When working to create an interior design concept, Deason asks her clients to share color and style preferences, as well as likes and dislikes.

“Sometimes people know what they don’t like more than they know what they do,” she says. “That helps too. I just like to get that communication going. Sometimes

people will say, ‘I don’t care what you do as long as it fits my lifestyle.’”

Though the showroom is not huge, the business carries more than 150 lines of furniture, accessories and lighting. Deason can access inventory information at any hour of the day to see what’s coming.

Many of Deason’s clients have their own professional location or office space, and once Deason has worked on a house, clients will sometimes invite her to help enhance their work environment. She has also worked on branding for clients. For example, one of Deason’s clients wanted to open a yogurt shop but had no clue where to start.

“They requested that we do something fun and funky so we branded their color, style and all of their machines,” Deason says.

When the coronavirus pandemic hit, Deason had to adjust like many other business owners. Though she was forced to close her doors, she made herself available to the community by putting a sign in her front window that said, “If you need to get in to look at something, call and make an appointment or reach out on Facebook.”

She continued to sell furniture, and many people were grateful because they were forced to start working and schooling at home, and as such needed chairs, desks, and tables big enough for kids to sit around.

“None of us saw it coming so we all had to think on our feet,” Deason says.

One endeavor that has helped Deason through this season of uncertainty is her involvement with the Zionsville Chamber of Commerce.

“I’ve experienced chambers in other areas, and the Zionsville Chamber is spot-on,” Deason says. “They are always asking what they can do for us businesses and how they can help.”

She references the weekly “Night on the Bricks” event that the Chamber quickly atCarmel.com / OCTOBER 2020 / CARMEL MAGAZINE / 21

organized this summer to increase foot traffic to downtown establishments during the pandemic.

“You can’t make somebody shop or spend money, but you can expose them to what makes up Zionsville so that down the road when they need that lamp or that dress, they will think of downtown Zionsville stores,” says Deason, adding that the Chamber has also done a great job of drawing attention to women merchants in Zionsville. Deason is proud to be one of them.

“I love what I do,” Deason adds. “I’ve managed through the years and survived running a business through a pandemic, so obviously something is clicking and we’re doing something right.”

Village Home Zionsville is located at 27 East Cedar Street in Zionsville. For more information, call 317-973-5252 or visit facebook.com/VillageHomeZionsville.

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THE HEADLESS HORSEMAN RIDES AGAIN AT CONNER PRAIRIE FALL FESTIVAL It takes a lot more than a pandemic to keep the Headless Horseman down.

He rides again this year at Conner Prairie in Fishers, just in time to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the publication of “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” by Washington Irving.

This Halloween season, however, the Headless Horseman will have to follow the social distancing guidelines in place at Conner Prairie’s annual fall festival.

“Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Conner Prairie has made several changes to Headless Horseman operations in order to ensure public safety while still delivering a fun family event,” says Christine DeJoy, director of public affairs at Conner Prairie. “These changes have been made in accordance with CDC guidelines, and have been approved by the Fishers Department of Health.”

The Conner Prairie staff has multiple activities planned.

“Guests will receive a complimentary bag of a ball and a ring necessary to play games,” DeJoy says. “Bounce houses, the corn sandbox, karaoke, and other games and activities not conducive to social distancing have been replaced with more suitable activities.”

The Apple Store at Conner Prairie is currently closed, but apple cider slushies will be available in select food tents.

“Access to the corn maze and haunted corn maze will be limited to groups of 10 every three minutes, to ensure adequate spacing,” DeJoy says. “The crowds will only be a maximum of 2,000 people per night.”

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“Guests do not have to submit to a temperature check, but are asked to stay home if they are sick or part of a vulnerable population,” DeJoy says. “Staff, volunteers and vendors are required to pass a daily temperature check and health questionnaire.”

Guests are required to purchase tickets for specific event dates. Tickets are only available online in advance of desired event dates.

“There’s always a lot of excitement for our Headless Horseman festival,” DeJoy says.

“This year we had to make revisions to festival staples, but we think the outcome will leave our guests happily satisfied with some of our changes.”

DeJoy says this year marks the 37th Headless Horseman fall festival.

Festival activities will run throughout the month of October. Many families enjoy the haunted hayride, during which they are chased down by the Headless Horseman.

Attendees can also check out a Legend of Sleepy Hollow theatrical show, a monster museum and much more. The midway will feature games including Ghost Pitch, Cauldron Toss, Pirate Ring Toss, Plinko, Monster Long Jump and Soccer Putt-Putt.

Conner Prairie is located at 13400 Allisonville Road in Fishers. Fore more info, call 317-776-6000. For festival event dates, ticket info, an activities list and more, visit connerprairie.org.

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LILY + SPARROW Women-Owned Boutique Celebrates Grand Opening at Carmel City Center

Writer / Shelly Sack Photographer / Amy Payne

Jen and Steph Miller always dreamed of opening their own women’s clothing shop.

That dream came true in 2014 in Fishers, when a commercial space became vacant and they saw an opportunity to open Lily & Sparrow Boutique.

Nearly seven years later, the sisters have relocated to the Carmel City Center, with a soft opening in early September.

According to Jen, the move came with several benefits for a small business - a storefront and street signage to attract passersby and motorists, along with customer traffic in the walkable business district.

“We had a great relationship with everyone in Fishers and leaving was definitely bittersweet, but this is where we needed to be,” she says.

Jen says it’s been nice joining the community, in part because the building is home to many other small businesses including several owned by women.

The 1,630-square-foot space has white walls and a mix of modern and bohemian design elements.

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on pieces that are trendy yet enduring and have classic styles and shapes.

For those who struggle with putting an outfit together or choosing a look for a specific event, Lily & Sparrow offers personal styling sessions.

“It’s a very clean setting with natural elements,” Jen says. “We want it to feel light and bright in here. We worked really hard to create a safe space so you can feel inspired and at peace. It’s an escape from day-to-day life.”

Lily & Sparrow offers a selection of women’s clothing in sizes extra small through large, balanced out with shoes, belts, hats, jewelry and other accessories.

The sisters make an effort to procure brands made in the United States and items from companies that contribute to charitable causes.

The sisters both participate in product buying. They select inventory with a focus

Heading into the colder season, Jen says women’s clothing trends are headed toward different colors than previous seasons.

“There’s a lot of brown and earthy tones, which we haven’t seen in a couple years,” she says. “We’re seeing faux-leather trends in shorts and tops - more than a leather jacket. A return of animal print trend and tie-dye, which we’ve seen all year long, is being transitioned with fall colors.”

Jen adds that the work-from-home boom has people looking for more basic and cozy items, including slippers, socks and lounge collections.

For holiday gatherings, she says sequins remain popular.

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The sisters are strong business partners who both bring their own strengths as co-owners.

“She’s wonderful with people,” Jen says of Steph. “She keeps us on track with everything. We get along so well. It’s special that we get to work together, build this business together and live out our dream. She’s my best friend.”

Steph says that while she may take the lead on behind-the-scenes responsibilities, Jen excels at creative aspects.

“She works on display and merchandising, and I do more of the business end, so we balance each other out very well,” Steph says. “She has a way of making people feel at home and comfortable, and her personality is sweet and welcoming.”

As they continue to settle into their new location in Carmel, the women have plans that include hosting pop-up shops, private party bookings and possibly extended hours for the holiday season.

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“We’d like to think the world treats women equally, but there are presumed biases,” says Keesling, who, along with her husband Cole, owns CarSnoop, an innovative way to buy, lease or trade-in a vehicle from your phone, or computer. The beauty of CarSnoop is that dealerships don’t have any idea of the customer’s gender or race—only the city in which they reside. Hence, the buying experience is simplified.

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