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AN OCCASION TO BE GRATEFUL As we move into the holiday season and a time of giving thanks our thoughts often are about family. This month we feature a story about the remarkable efforts of some Hamilton County individuals and organizations that undertook the task of helping to keep together a family torn apart by death and abduction.

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CARMEL TO HOST 2016 ROTARY DISTRICT CONFERENCE Writer / Janelle Morrison Photographer / JJ Kaplan

Far in advance of the season’s first snow, the Rotary District 6560’s conference committee has been deep into its planning for the 2016 district conference that will be held in Carmel.

Foundation which funds humanitarian activities from local service projects to global initiatives.

“Rotarians, speakers, public officials and sponsors of the conference will be audience to a variety speakers and performers,” Dale Basham, co-chair, explained. “The 2016 conference will focus their attention on hunger but will expand on that theme as attendees will hear from Rotarians who will share their stories of hunger for freedom, education and hope as well as food.

Inspiration, celebration, entertainment and information are just a few of the words Rotary International District 6560 Governor Mark Blade used as he shared his vision for the 2016 District Conference. The conference will be held Friday, April 22 and “The opening session of the conference Saturday, April 23, 2016, at the 502 East will begin on Friday afternoon with special Event Centre in Carmel. guests, including elected officials from Carmel welcoming us to their city. The Governor Blade has assembled a team of afternoon will be full of ‘edutainers’ leading Rotarians from all over 6560, led by Coup to a gala dinner at the 502 East Event Chairs Salim Najjar, Past District Governor, Centre. and Dale Basham, Immediate Past President of Muncie Rotary.

“The conference will resume the next The conference will include a House of Friendship filled with booths, showcasing the work of clubs throughout the district, along with gift baskets and other silent auction items donated by the District 6560’s clubs to raise money for The Rotary

morning with more performers and speakers throughout the day, along with an action-packed on-site service project designed to ‘Be a gift to the world,’ the Rotary International 2015-16 theme, starting in our own community. The entire leadership team is focused on showcasing

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the talents of Rotarians and projects of Rotary clubs throughout this incredible district. This will not be your grandfather’s district conference.”

Governor Blade wrote, “I am excited that our next district conference will be in Carmel. I want Rotarians to be energized to go out and continue to do great things in their communities. The conference is designed to focus on hunger, provide rich fellowship and exchange of ideas and finally to raise money for The Rotary Foundation.

We hope to display the passion of what Rotary is all about: doing good in our communities and in the world.”

Hosting the District Conference in Carmel will bring in Rotarians and speakers from all over the state and will be another positive booster for the local economy. Several of the area’s hotels are offering conference attendees discounted rates for the weekend.

Rotarians and guests will be able to take advantage of the local area restaurants and attractions before or after the conference.

“Expect some surprises,” Basham said.

“Door prizes will be given throughout the conference with a special drawing on

L-R: conference co-chair Dale Basham, RI Distict 6560 Governor, Mark Blade, Rotary Club of Carmel President, Brian G. Poindexter and conference co-chair Salim Najjar.

Saturday afternoon. And yes, you must to be present to win. Saturday will be capped with an opportunity for conference-attending Rotarians to buy tickets at an unbelievable discount for a concert by The Oak Ridge Boys at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel, just a short distance from the conference site.”

Rotarians are currently seeking local businesses for sponsorship opportunities and hope to include as many corporate partners as they can. Rotarians would like to take this opportunity to educate the local business community on the vast number of ongoing projects and to include them as part of the positive impact that organizations like Rotary International

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For more information on the Rotary International District 6560 Conference or how to become a sponsor, please contact conference co-chair Dale Basham at dbasham5@comcast.net.

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RANJ PUTHRAN “HELPING HANDS AWARD” RECIPIENT BEC HUNTER Change the HHA winner bio to this: Bec Hunter is a super-volunteer here in Carmel, Indiana. Two of her biggest projects include coordinating the RE/MAX Legends Pumpkin Patch and is involved in the CarmelFest 4th of July parade. The pumpkin patch, which averages over 5,000 people, is hosted by IU North and benefits Riley Hospital for children. Bec has spent over ten years working with the vendors who provide entertainment, educational opportunities and goodies for the children. She also volunteers with the humane society and has won awards from the American Woman in Radio and Television Organization. In her free time, she enjoys singing in choirs. Thank you Bec for everything you do and congrats on being the November Helping Hands Award winner!

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The Dolphin Tank event held at the Indiana Conference for Women addresses the disparity of funding that women-owned businesses receive compared to maleowned. But thanks to events such as the Dolphin Tank, the tide is turning.

Organizers Polina Feldman, a Spin Up Associate at IU Research and Technology Corporation, and Kristen Cooper, VP of Corp. Development and Operations for Sticksnleaves, have coordinated this year’s panel of judges and vetted the applicants.

“Participating in the Dolphin Tank will be a chance to encourage, connect and network with female business owners who may be interested in what we do, and I may learn about a business idea or two that will help us as we head into year two of The Launch Ladies networking group, lead by teaching code.”

Cooper, held two Startup Study Hall events specifically to coach for a compelling pitch.

The keynote speaker for the conference is “If a woman-owned business wants to find Kathy Ireland, the former model and CEO a supportive community, they don’t have of a $2 billion business empire. to look far to find it,” shares Lisa Mitchell, For more information on the Founder of Power Body Language. “Launch conference, please visit Ladies, NAWBO, Verge, Sparks Talks and www.indianaconferenceforwomen.com.

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Three companies will pitch to a panel of three judges. Pitches are five minutes in length with a feedback time of 10 minutes from the judges.

This year’s panelists include: Dima Elissa, CEO and Founder, VisMed-3D; Danielle Hughes, CEO of Divine Capital Markets; Aimee Kandrac, Founder of What Friends “The group of applicants was strong, making Do; Danielle McDowell, Executive the selection process challenging,” says Director of The Speak Easy; Kelly Cooper. “There are so many viable business Pfledderer, CEO, Apparatus and Chairman ideas presented by women. All deserve to of TechPoint; and John Qualls, President pitch to someone.” of Eleven Fifty Academy.

The panelists provide feedback in a friendly atmosphere, so that the entrepreneurs may take the next step with their business based on the recommendations. The presenters are at varying levels of development.

Leading up to the Dolphin Tank were a series of events supporting female entrepreneurs, inspiring their confidence and motivating them to create an effective pitch.

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During the holiday season in 2002, Josie Serrano signed her family up for support through the Good Samaritan Network (GSN) of Hamilton County, Inc. Her family was picked as one of the families for the Shop with a Cop of Noblesville program led by Jon Williamson with the Noblesville F.O.P. #198.

Noblesville police officer Matt Johnston and his family were paired with Serrano and her family that Christmas. Little did the two families know that the bond that they formed would be tested and would later prove that family is defined not always by blood but with love.

Matt’s wife, Beth, introduced Serrano to Nancy Chance, Founder/Executive Director of GSN, in 2002. Serrano would never take anything without giving something back, so she wanted to assist GSN as an interpreter.

The friendship between the Johnstons, Serrano and Chance grew strong over the years. Serrano and her family joined and attended the same church, strengthening their bond with the Johnstons and Chance. Serrano continued interpreting for GSN for 12 years.

On March 22, 2013, Serrano was diagnosed with stomach cancer. She immediately contacted the Johnstons and Chance. After battling her cancer for a year with courage and grace, her prognosis became terminal.

Two weeks before she passed, Serrano asked Chance to assist her with making arrangements for the care and protection of her children. Serrano also implored the Johnstons to look after five of her children who lived with Serrano and her husband, Andres, the children’s stepfather, should he

be unable to financially care for the children. behind all of their possessions and were not allowed to say goodbye to their siblings or During this time, Chance called stepfather. Most tragically, they were denied Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic, a proper farewell to their beloved mother. which is part of GSN. Through this connection, Chance was introduced to José Perez, now age 16, Elvira Mondragon, 12, attorney Herbert Jensen of Indianapolis.

Perla Mondragon, 10, Priscilla Mondragon, Jensen agreed to assist with the case. He 9, and Navy (Vulnavia) Mondragon, 6, had visited Serrano and her husband while she simply vanished without a trace. was hospitalized.

Out of love for Serrano and her children, It was her wish that all of her children be the Johnstons and Chance began the kept together. Serrano had eight children painstaking mission to find the children total, two of which were Andres’ biological and bring them home. While the search sons. Out of love for his dying wife, he for the five missing children was underway, agreed to take custody of the rest of the Serrano’s widower, Andres, moved to children. GSN paid for Jensen’s legal fees Indianapolis to be closer to his sister who to begin the custodial process. He took had moved in to help with he and Serrano’s great care in taking all of the proper steps to two boys and his other son. ensure that custody was in place.

He and the Johnstons discussed that if they On March 5, 2014, Serrano died. Some of were successful in bringing the children her estranged family members suddenly back that, at his request, they would stay arrived, and before their mother’s funeral, in the care of the Johnston family. He five of her children were taken without promised to keep in close contact, so that notice or legal permission across state lines the siblings would never be estranged. by their maternal grandmother. They left 16 / CARMEL MAGAZINE / NOVEMBER 2015 / atCarmel.com

The family playing “Apple For An Apple.”

Meanwhile, Beth Johnston got information on the children’s whereabouts from a cousin of Serrano’s in Texas. They were staying with relatives in the Pasadena area. The Johnstons wasted no time in meeting with Jensen for legal advice and assistance. The meeting with Jensen started the change of custody of Serrano’s five children from their stepfather to the Johnstons. The custody was granted, and plans were being made for the next step.

THIS NOVEMBER, THE FIVE AGENCIES INVOLVED IN THE CUSTODY ARRANGEMENTS AND RESCUE OF THESE FIVE CHILDREN WILL BE HONORED AT GSN’S “OCCASION TO BE GRATEFUL” EVENT THAT WILL BE HELD NOVEMBER 7 AT THE WOODLAND COUNTRY CLUB IN CARMEL. THEIR ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF TREES, SUPPORTING HOLIDAY ASSISTANCE IN HAMILTON COUNTY, WILL BE HELD NOVEMBER 21 AT THE BRIDGEWATER COUNTRY CLUB IN CARMEL.

members would take them across the U.S. and Mexico border and be lost to them forever.

Johnston had engaged his colleagues on the Noblesville Police Force for advice on the steps they should take to rescue the girls.

The success of the mission relied heavily upon the collaboration and assistance from the Pasadena Police Department. Calls were made to the PPD, and though no promises were made, the Johnstons were advised to proceed with the process.

Jensen gave the Johnstons the phone number of attorneys located in Pasadena who are associated with Neighborhood THE GREAT RESCUE Christian Legal Clinic. Legally armed with On March 27, the Johnstons, Heiny and all of the information and documentation necessary, they were ready to bring Serrano’s Perez took off for Pasadena, Texas, with a borrowed, 15-passenger van. They children home. arrived on March 28. They stopped at a Pasadena Police substation and explained Matt had worked with Grace Church their situation to one of the officers who security and had developed a friendship identified with the situation. The officer had with Ken Heiny, coordinator of Grace experienced a similar situation as a child, Security Safety Team. Heiny committed and if it had not been for a Christian family to Johnston that he would go with the Johnstons to Texas and assist in their rescue who intervened, he said he and his siblings would not be where they are today. mission. Heiny, a veteran police officer with years of experience, a calm spirit and a passion for kids, was ready for the pursuit.

During this time frame, Serrano’s eldest child, José Perez, had somehow convinced his maternal grandmother to allow him to return to Indiana. Perez was reunited with the Johnstons and joined them on their mission to retrieve his sisters. Time was of the essence.

The children had been frequently moved from various locations, attending as many as five different school districts within a year and were forced to leave what little belongings that they had behind with each move. The fear amongst the Johnstons and the agencies involved was that the children’s family

He convinced his boss to go along and help with the negotiations. When the entourage arrived outside of the home that the children were being held in, the Pasadena officers went in and engaged the family first. The Pasadena officers then brought young Perez in.

Eventually, the sisters and Perez talked with the Johnstons, and after some intense but civil exchanges of dialogue among all who were present, Serrano’s five children got into the Johnston’s van and headed back to Indiana. The mission had been accomplished without any further major incidents.

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biological children, three adopted children and Serrano’s five rescued children spent spring break together, bonding as a newly formed family.

All of Serrano’s children got together for a reunion before preparing to go back to school, their fifth school district that school year. Helping the children to re-acclimate were friends of the family, Susan Starkle and Cheryl Atchley. They had been in constant contact with their stepfather, Andres, and were a crucial part of this story by assisting monetarily with the legal custody plus helping the children with their adjustments to their new environment.

Matt and Beth just recently celebrated 18 years of marriage. They said that they always wanted a large family. Faith is the keystone of their household of 15. A well-organized schedule also helps to keep the harmony.

Everybody pitches in and helps one another.

Beth shared that the children have transitioned well during this school year.

“The kids are doing really great,” she said.

“They are thriving, and though we had some rough weeks this summer, everybody’s melded into a really great group. We are truly a blessed family.”

As the Johnston household prepares for their first Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays together as one family, Serrano’s children are happy and healthy and become more entrenched in the Johnston family every day.

The children eagerly shared that they are looking forward to spending time together during the holidays and sharing each other’s traditions while honoring some of the ones that they shared with their mother. They also

THIS YEAR AT THE “OCCASION TO BE GRATEFUL” DINNER, THE FIVE AGENCIES RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RESCUE AND CUSTODY WORK WILL BE HONORED WITH THE NETWORK PILLAR PARTNER AWARDS: Grace Security Ministry, Ken Heiny Jensen & Associates, Herbert Jensen Neighborhood Christian Legal Clinic Noblesville F.O.P. #198, Jon Williamson Matt and Beth Johnston

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“Josie’s story is one that shows collaboration, dedication to the family and a passion for a wrong to be right again,” Chance reflected. “These agencies who all came together made a life-changing experience for five young children. Their feat was nothing but miraculous and shows what partnership and working together can do to change a situation as well as lives. I am so proud of the way everyone came together, but as you can see from their story, if any one of them had not stepped up at the right time, then the end result would have been quite different.”

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Indianapolis has been a hotbed for the marketing tech industry. Home to companies such as Aprimo (sold to Teradata), ExactTarget (acquired by SalesForce) and now DemandJump, the cyber approach to marketing has strong roots in the Indianapolis area.

Effectively managing data is a major challenge for companies. According to the Harvard Business Review, “Because of big data, managers can measure, and hence know, radically more about their businesses and directly translate that knowledge into improved decision making and performance.”

DemandJump has created an actionable intelligent marketing platform (AIM) that harnesses this data, transforming it into a vehicle to drive revenue to their clients. This capability gives their clients a competitive

edge, and companies are taking note.

Building upon their successes with former startups and business experience, Day and Schwegman have combined their technical prowess and marketing skills to drive the future of online marketing.

Using vast amounts of data, applying their analytics and algorithms, DemandJump’s AIM platform shows marketers the biggest opportunities, predicted revenue and how to adjust budget allocation to maximize return on investment (ROI).

Day has sold two of his former companies, one each to Motorola and Comcast.

Schwegman’s CV is also impressive, for he is credited with helping Overstock.com to grow from $3 million in sales to over $800 million. The two men met a few years ago.

“I knew when I met Shawn that he and I needed to work together,” shares Day. “I was familiar enough with the marketing technology industry enough to understand Shawn’s approach was genius.”

news. DemandJump helps marketers make the news,” says Schwegman. “While data is obviously important in today’s data-driven world, marketers simply want to know what to do next to maximize their dollar. It’s not about big data. It’s about what the data tells us. That’s where DemandJump comes in. Our platform predicts what a marketer should do next, where they should spend money, how they should do it and why.”

Combining their skill sets along with a team of technology engineers, the DemandJump AIM platform shows digital marketers where to focus and eliminates blind spots that will quantifiably drive revenue.

“DemandJump is focused on strategically positioning our clients to maximize their digital potential,” says Day. “It’s an aggressive vehicle for driving new customers.”

There is an overwhelming amount of data that is readily available. The trick is knowing how to analyze the data and use it advantageously over competitors.

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According to VentureBeat.com, forecasting is the greatest challenge facing marketing departments worldwide. The digital marketer of the future must be able to identify where to focus efforts, how to allocate budget and be responsible for revenue growth.

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t’s the most wonderful time of the year again. Soon the trees will be capped with snow, and the daunting task of holiday planning will commence. The city will soon be transformed into a winter wonderland of lights, seasonal fare and nostalgia.

In addition to the spectacular holiday lighting displays that traditionally light up the city, the newly planted evergreens along 106th and Keystone Avenue as well as 136th and Keystone Avenue will be adorned with lighting to enhance those corridors.

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this November, Mayor Brainard, the City of Carmel and members of the Carmel’s VFW Post and American Legion Post will honor our veterans at this community event on Tuesday, November 10 at 12 noon. The Veterans Day Ceremony will take place at the Tarkington Theatre at The Center for the Performing Arts. The program includes recognition of winners of the annual poster and essay contest, music, speakers and honor guard.

Visitors and regulars alike will enjoy the Gallery Walk, held in the Carmel Arts and Design District the second Saturday of each month from 5-9 p.m. This coming November 14 and December 12, take time

to enjoy the unique exhibits in each of the district’s galleries, live entertainment, culture, restaurants and shopping.

The city’s Holiday on the Square at Carmel Civic Square will officially kick off the holiday season on Saturday, November 21, from 3:30-6:30 p.m. The event will include the traditional holiday lighting ceremony, a visit from Santa, live reindeer and other animal friends, holiday entertainment and

plenty of activities for the entire family. This event is free to the public.

Whether it’s a day or evening of shopping and dining, attending a world-class show or performance or just a lovely stroll through The celebration continues Saturday, the Carmel Civic Square gardens that are December 5 from 3-6 p.m. with the beautifully appointed with the twinkle Holidays in the Carmel Arts and Design of lights, be sure to make the most of this District with elves and reindeer, carolers, holiday season with the ones that you carriage rides, a visit from Santa and Mrs. love in the tradition and excellence that is Claus, special activities and more. This event Carmel, Indiana. is also free to public.

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ou may have seen him about town spotlighting a small business or promoting a local event or charity on the FOX59 Morning News feature, “Where is Sherman.” Recently, I sat down with Zionsville resident Sherman Burdette to find out who Sherman is and how his life’s travels led him to host the popular local morning segment.

“I had some obstacles at this point,” Burdette confessed. “I wanted to be on-air, but I had braces and was developing acne. At age 22, I looked like I was 12. I ended up getting my first television job as a videotape editor at WISH-TV. I edited work for Debbie Knox, Patty Spitler and Tina Cosby. My work at WISH-TV laid the foundation for me and taught me how to be a good reporter by being an editor.

Burdette, a two-time Emmy Award winner, is an Indianapolis native and a graduate of IPS School #43, Broad Ripple High School.

He graduated from Ball State University with a degree in telecommunications and theatre.

“I often tell the young professionals in this industry who want to jump right into an on-air position that if they want to be in the business, then there are steps to make them truly successful. If they want to be on TV just to be on TV, they are in the wrong business.

“My junior year in high school, I wanted to be an actor and be on stage,” Burdette recalled. “I was selected for parts because of my theatrics and facial expressions. My focus was completely on theatre. I did not want to go directly to college. I wanted to go New York City.

“If they truly want to be a good storyteller or are great on live TV, then I feel that the individual needs to begin his/her career behind the scenes. They should be knowledgeable about the inner workings of a newsroom. My experience behind the scenes saved my career. As an editor, I watched the anchors prepare for their segments and learned from them on how to be a good reporter.”

“I planned to audition, become an actor and work as a flight attendant while stationed in NYC. I presented this plan to my grandfather who, along with my grandmother, helped raise me, and he said that I was welcome to go do that, but that he would not support me financially.”

After a swift change of heart, Burdette applied to Ball State. Even then, before the David Letterman donation days, the university was known for its telecommunications department.

Burdette went into his college career majoring in theatre and minoring in telecommunications. During a career planning class, Burdette had a sudden epiphany and decided that he wanted to become a television news reporter.

Chasing an earlier dream at age 26, Burdette left WISH-TV to test the waters as an actor in Los Angeles. He admitted that was a tough transition and how difficult it is to get a break in L.A. He came close to landing a role in the ’80s TV series, “In the Heat of the Night,” and auditioned for the role of Sgt. Wilson Sweet. After two years in L.A. and being passed over for the role, Burdette decided it was time for him to return to television news. His first on-air job was in Meridian, Mississippi, as a sports anchor.

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morning only to be told that the station was shutting down the news operation, effective immediately,” Burdette shared. “Keep in mind, it’s 1989, I’m making $13,000 a year and I just became unemployed. Perhaps that should have been a signal to me, but I forged on and took a job in St. Joseph, Missouri.

“From there, I went on to work at a station in Wichita, Kansas, then Kansas City, Missouri and onto Rochester, New York. I was freelancing in NYC when I took a job that was offered to me by a former employer who had relocated to Scranton-WilkesBarre, Pennsylvania. I always tell the young professionals in our industry not to ever burn bridges. My former boss hired me as a consumer reporter. He allowed me to create the on-air persona that developed into the lifestyle personality that our viewers see from me today. That opportunity allowed my personality to drive the segments. One could say it was the genesis of the ‘Where is Sherman’ product.”

In his current role at FOX59, Burdette has created a blend of everything that defines him. He is an actor, a reporter and an advocate for his community.

“I am blessed to be able to do what I do,” Burdette expressed. “Everything came full circle for me and brought me back to my hometown. The element of community is one of the things that drives me. I enjoy being able to profile small businesses and brick and mortar shops. I really am a small town guy.

“After traveling and working around the country, I’ve discovered that what really makes this country successful are the small towns, small businesses and the community events that go along with those. For me, small towns are big news.

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“The paying it forward fundraisers are very important to me. We do a segment on FOX59 Morning News called ‘Paying It Forward.’ While I can’t name just one particular segment that impacted me the most, I can say that the ones where we have featured children battling a terminal illness and watching them champion for their causes with cheerful dispositions and bright smiles are the ones that inspire me the most.

Those are the ones that make me sit back and think to myself how blessed I really am to be able to do this job.”

can say with certainty that Carmel ranks up there with the nation’s top suburbs.

“I love the local art and the entertainment venues in this city. Most of my personal art collection is of paintings and pottery from local artists. It is an incredible city to work, shop, live and entertain in. Carmel is just another one of my favorite things about being back in my home state of Indiana.”

Tune in to see Sherman on FOX59 Morning News weekdays from 7-10 a.m. and visit fox59.com under Morning News/Where is Sherman to view his segments online.

Janelle Morrison is the owner of MADD Media Solutions and a freelance writer. She specializes in PR and marketing for small businesses and individuals. She is also a Zionsville resident.

Burdette recently moved to Zionsville in 2014. He would often visit the historic suburban town when visiting his family.

His mother was battling pancreatic cancer when he received an email from FOX59. This led to him moving to Indiana and developing “Where is Sherman.”

As a northside resident, Burdette has featured many of the diverse businesses, galleries and specialty shops in Carmel. “After I moved back to Indy, I was impressed with all of the new developments in Carmel,” Burdette expressed. “I’ve traveled extensively and have lived throughout the country, and I

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This Christmas, shoppers will find more than just bargains and festive lights as they wind their way through Castleton Square and Greenwood Park malls. A very special Christmas tree will also appear at each location, one that eschews shiny ornaments and tinsel for hundreds of simple paper angels with names like “Maddy,” “Anthony” and “Kayla.”

The Salvation Army is partnering with CBS4 to launch a new program in Central Indiana called Angel Tree. It’s their hope that shoppers will “adopt” over 3,000 children, or “Angels,” this Christmas. Each paper angel represents one real child, a boy or girl whose name, age, wishes and needs are printed right on the angel.

Sponsoring an Angel is easy. Shoppers simply choose a name from the tree and pledge to help The Salvation Army bring the joy of Christmas to this special child in need. Then they hit the stores, armed with their Angel’s description and an empty bag waiting to be filled with wants, like a special toy or game, and needs, like a warm coat or a pair of shoes.

Once the bag is filled, shoppers return it to the Angel Tree volunteers, and The Salvation Army stores it until parents collect the gifts just before Christmas.

The Angel Tree program started 35 years ago at a Salvation Army in Lynchburg, Virginia. It proved to be such an effective way to directly connect donors with children in need that it grew over time into a nationwide program currently helping more than one million children across the United States.

Thanks to the generosity of individual and corporate donors, Angel Tree helps to make the holidays more joyful for families facing significant financial struggles and hardships.

Major Bob Webster, Divisional Commander of The Salvation Army in Indiana, has experienced first-hand the impact Angel Tree has on a community.

“There’s not a single Salvation Army program that touches the lives of families like our Angel Tree program does,” he explains. “It not only meets the needs of area children, but it grants their wishes and brings the spirit of Christmas to

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their home.”

Angel Trees will appear inside Castleton Square and Greenwood Park malls on Saturday, November 21. The trees will be up with volunteers on hand to assist with Angel “adoptions” every Saturday and Sunday through December 13. Black Friday shoppers will also have a chance to adopt Angels or drop off filled bags at the Angel Tree stations.

With thousands of Angels available for adoption, The Salvation Army is also counting on significant support from local businesses and groups looking for a way to give back this holiday season. This is an opportunity for companies to sponsor any number of Angels, whether that means five, 50 or even 100 children.

With so many kids looking for a merrier Christmas this year, the Angel Tree program will need tremendous support from our community, so keep an eye out for those special trees and be a part of something wonderful this year!

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WONDROUS WINTER WISHES ASSISTANCE LEAGUE® OF INDIANAPOLIS 2015 HOLIDAY LUNCHEON AND STYLE SHOW

Attendees can enjoy themselves even more with the knowledge that proceeds from the Holiday Luncheon and Style Show benefit children and adults that Assistance League’s® programs serve.

Writer / Julie Yates

On Thursday, December 3, Assistance League® of Indianapolis will host “Wondrous Winter Wishes,” their annual Holiday Luncheon and Style Show. This fundraising event has become a holiday tradition for many ladies in the greater Indianapolis area. Members, friends, mothers and daughters look forward to this festive celebration that starts the holiday season.

As in past years, the Holiday Luncheon and Style Show will be held at the Ritz Charles in Carmel. The room, which is usually filled to its 500 person capacity, will be decorated with dazzling, sparkling shades of winter white.

season with the opportunity to give back to our community and make winter wishes come true for so many.”

The day will begin with a silent auction filled with many unique items. Participants will be able to bid on baked goods suitable for holiday entertaining, children’s items, decorative holiday offerings, college logo objects, gift cards and festive gift baskets.

A Mystery Wine Bid will bring to the silent auction the opportunity for bidders to take home premium bottles of wine wrapped in beautiful winter wine bags ready for gift giving.

In addition, a tree decorated with over $500 worth of local area business and restaurant gift cards will be raffled off. The Secret Ingredient, an Indianapolis boutique, will Jo Craig, Carmel, and Jane Williams, again sponsor a style show with clothes Indianapolis, are co-chairing the event. modeled by representatives from the Along with their committee, they have agencies, senior facilities and schools that been overseeing preparations to make it an Assistance League® serves through its exceptionally enjoyable day for all attendees. philanthropic programs.

“It’s a time of camaraderie and friendship but also a chance to let people know about Assistance League’s® programs and an opportunity to raise funds for the children and adults we serve,” explained Williams.

Craig added, “Members and their guests look forward to kicking off the holiday

There will also be the chance to do a bit of holiday shopping. Clothing and accessories will be available for purchase from The Secret Ingredient. Kits & Kaboodle Classic Toys will be on hand to offer a selection of children’s games and toys.

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Operation School Bell®, the largest of the organization’s programs, has provided new school clothes and supplies to qualifying children in the Indianapolis area for 32 consecutive years. This year, over 3,000 students from the Metropolitan School Districts of Lawrence, Pike, Washington and Warren as well as Indianapolis Public Schools will benefit from the program.

When asked about the large amount of preparation needed for such an event, Craig responded, “Planning for the Holiday Luncheon is such a pleasure when you have enthusiastic committee members who are committed not only to the success of the event, but more importantly, who are passionate about the philanthropic programs it helps support.”

Besides the hard work of members, community backing is important to the success of the occasion as well. CarDon & Associates of Indianapolis have stepped up to be a sponsor of the event.

To learn more about the philanthropic programs of Assistance League® of Indianapolis and to make reservations for the 2015 Holiday Luncheon and Style Show, please visit alindy.org.

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CARMEL DOCTOR GIVES NEW MEANING TO “DROPPING DIMES” Writer / Ray Compton

During the Great Depression almost 90 years ago, business magnate and philanthropist John D. Rockefeller started a tradition that he continued for the remainder of his life.

Rockefeller always retained a roll of new dimes in his suit. When he encountered adults on the streets who were obviously struggling during the Depression, the founder of Standard Oil shredded the package holding the dimes and passed out the sparkling coins to an appreciative audience of the despaired.

This giving may seem small by some today, but it has been estimated that Rockefeller distributed over $30,000 in dimes to 300,000 financially-strapped Americans.

In today’s terms, these transactions would translate to Bill Gates giving 300,000 citizens a crisp $5 bill.

Rockefeller’s concept introduced the phrase “Dropping Dimes.”

The saying “dropping dimes” encountered a new life a few years ago when CBS commentator and former Indiana Pacer Clark Kellogg noted that a basketball player “dropped a dime” when he assisted with a pass on a scoring play by a teammate.

Today, dropping dimes has formed a new chapter in Indiana and other former circles in the American Basketball Association. Carmel ophthalmologist John Abrams has coauthored the Dropping Dimes Foundation that has been created to provide assistance to former ABA players who have fallen onto difficult times financially or elsewhere.

“There’s not a better connection than referring to ‘dropping dimes’ in what we are trying to accomplish,” said Abrams, who has been connected to the Pacers since serving as a ball boy 41 seasons past. “Life has gotten tough for some of these guys as they get older. Not all of them had big contracts, and they do not have much wealth. They need help.”

The Dropping Dimes Foundation recently answered a plea to assist Charlie Jordan, an unheralded member of the 1975-76 Pacers who lives with his sister in Indianapolis.

Jordan suffers from a severe case of diabetes and other diseases. The foundation heard of Jordan’s plight and gave him a new dress suit to wear to church.

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Indianapolis lawyer Scott Tarter collaborated with Abrams on the birth of the Dropping Dimes Foundation. It was Tarter who uncovered Jordan’s wish last summer.

“I was thinking [the request] would be something much larger,” Tarter told the Indianapolis Star. “But I was told he really wanted to be able to go to church, and he couldn’t because he didn’t have a suit.”

Request answered. Upon review of the request, the foundation’s advisory board answered by contacting the Jordan family and taking the ailing 6’8 Jordan to the Big and Tall Store in midtown Indianapolis.

Jordan, an Indianapolis Shortridge product who played collegiately at Canisius College, played in only 71 games and averaged less than six points per games for the Pacers.

In some ways, Jordan is the poster child of the project. The foundation wishes to help those who fell short of stardom in the professional league but touched thousands of fans in cities such as Indianapolis, Louisville, Memphis, Denver and other corners of America.

Two former Kentucky Colonels are next in line for help.

“We’ve heard that there are guys living homeless and under bridges in New

Orleans,” said Abrams. “A lot of them are embarrassed to ask for help, but that is what we want to do. We want to help and give something back to them.”

The advisory board is glittered with local and national names associated with the ABA. Bob and Nancy Leonard, Mel Daniels, Bob Netolicky and David Craig were longtime anchors for the Pacers, while national sports commentator Bob Costas and New York writer Peter Vecsey have signed on to be board members. Both launched their storied careers associated with the ABA. “We’re not asking them for money,” said Abrams. “We simply want them to help with our mission.”

Abrams started building relationships with players during his sophomore year at North Central High School in 1974.

He became one of the ball boys of the franchise and instantly connected with players such as Billy Knight and Len Elmore of the Pacers and Julius Erving (New Jersey) and Dan Issel (Denver) of the opposition.

Miami Floridians. His storage space also includes autographed basketballs and ABA all-star player cards. And, Abrams admits sheepishly, he still possesses his ball boy uniform from 1974. The disco flavored uniform is blue and gold and has bellbottomed pants.

“I doubt I can fit into it anymore,” said Abrams.

But the Dropping Dimes Foundation seems to be a perfect fit for the Carmel eye doctor.

“We hope we can raise funds for whatever is needed,” said Abrams, who is teaming up with Tarter and others on a big celebration in two years when the ABA celebrates its 50th anniversary. “We want this to be a legacy for the players and league.”

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“They always appreciated the things we did for them. They were only a few years older than we were, and we would hang out with them after games,” recalled Abrams.

After continuing his education at Indiana and at the University’s medical school, Abrams signed on as the Pacers’ eye doctor in 1987. His work for the Pacers continues today. He has performed Lasik eye surgery and other procedures on Pacers from his office on Pennsylvania Avenue, though he notes that many players “don’t like needles.”

One of Abrams’ office mates is his 88-year-old father, J.J., who reports to duty for his son three afternoons a week and has been an optometrist for 65 years.

Out of the office, Abrams has other unique sidekick. His personal collection of ABA items includes programs from teams such as the Minnesota Muskies and cheerleading cards from the

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ANDREWS BROTHERS COMES BACK TO ACTORS THEATER Film aficionados of the 1980 movie Blues Brothers fondly recall when Jake and Elwood declared their intentions to their soulmates and former musical teammates their burning desire of “getting the band back together.”

Indeed, Jake and Elwood were on a mission to bring back the band that featured members such as Mr. Fabulous, Blue Lou and Bones. They predicted their goodwill goals could be reached if the band got back together and performed Sweet Home Chicago, Rubber Biscuit and other famed blues tunes from the Chicago streets.

And here’s a warning to first-time viewers of the musical: expect side-splitting, silly humor that has been praised by the Los Angeles Times and other unbiased reviewers for its “no holds-barred goofiness.”

Those are sweet assessment to Farrell, who also recruited director California David Engel to again sit in the director’s chair stage for the return engagement at the Studio Theatre. “There are no villains or bad guys,” said Engel, who sports a Mickey Mouse shirt before a recent early evening rehearsal.

“This is a feel good show. It makes you happy and the show blows the roof off.”

Those who witnessed the 2011 performance “We’ll put the band back together, do a few gigs, (and) there’s some bread,” claimed Joliet apparently agreed with critics. During a Jake in the movie. “Bam, five thousand dollars.” recent survey of ATI patrons, Farrell and partners Judy Fitzgerald and Cynthia Collins were told that the hometown audience In November, there will be another homecoming of sorts at the Actors Theatre of wanted to see Andrews Brothers return to the Carmel stage.

Indiana in Carmel. Co-founder Don Farrell has corralled the entire cast of actors, singers “It was exciting to hear that people wanted and dancers from the 2011 performance the play to return,” admitted Farrell. “They of the Andrews Brothers to perform at are familiar with the play and have an the Studio Theatre in the Center for the affinity for the cast.”

Performing Arts. Andrews Brothers runs from November 6-22 (www.atistage.org).

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The storyline from Roger Bean of the 2008 script revolves around a fictional USO show during World War II that was scheduled in the South Pacific. The legendary Andrews Sisters were slated to sing and perform to the American troops their hits Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Slow Boat to China, Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree and additional songs from their fabled jukebox hits.

But the sisters were quarantined and sidelined shortly before the performance by contracting the chickenpox. The show marched onward when three stagehands – all disqualified from active service because of disabilities — stepped forward and dressed in drag as the Andrews sisters. The caper spins wildly as the story unfolds on the stage.

The Times reviewer noted that Bean “understands that drag still packs a punch.”

Farrell applauds the work from Engel, who played a major role in the creation of another musical hit, Forever Plaid. That play ranks as the most produced off Broadway performance in the last 25 years. Engel has also performed on stage as one of the stagehands.

“David has impeccable vision,” said Farrell. “Why would we not bring David in? He knows this era (the 1940s) so much that you would think he lived during this era. He does a lot of little things that makes it work so well.”

Part of the wisdom from both Farrell and Engel was bringing back the original Carmel cast of four, including Farrell (Patrick Andrews). Also returning from 2011 are local talent Jay Emrich (Max Andrews), Californian Michael Dotson (Lawrence Andrews) and the vivacious Mary Jayne Waddell of Rochester, New York, who plays Peggy Jones, a popular pin-up legend who helps corral the three stagehands into credible replacements for the sisters.

“There is synergy and chemistry with our cast,” said Farrell.

And there is Engel, in charge of threading the elements of the show into a performance that incites both toe-tapping and giggles.

“It is a real crowd pleasing show,” said Engel. “The spirit is great and there is a lot of heart and romance about the show. The first act is not quite as funny, but the second act has screaming laughter from the gut of the audience.”

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11 / DANCE DISCOVERY: COUNTRY LINE DANCING

Polish up your cowboy boots and join us for some good old kickin’ and stompin’! Award-winning country line dance choreographer Heather Joffer will teach us to grapevine, heel kick and paddle turn! Even those with “two left feet” will have a great time learning steps to some popular and favorite dances.

6:30 p.m. / The Palladium at the Center for Performing Arts 355 City Center Dr., Carmel 317-843-3800 thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

14, 21, 28 / WINTER MARKET

The Winter Market will open November 14 and will continue every Saturday until March 12 (except December 26 and January 2). The Market will feature 24 vendors. Deborah Schmitz, vice president of vendor relations, for the Carmel Farmers Markets, says, “As farmers become more reliant on utilizing their production facilities year-round, we are seeing more and more locally grown, high quality produce available. We are really excited about this year’s product offering.”

Wilfong Pavilion in Founders Park, just north of 116th and Hazel Dell Parkway / 9 a.m.-12 p.m. / carmelfarmersmarket.com

18 / YO-YO MA AND KATHRYN STOTT

Cellist Yo-Yo Ma is one of the world’s most highly-lauded performing and recording artists with more than 90 albums and 17 Grammy Award winners. Kathryn Stott is internationally recognized as one of Britain’s most versatile and imaginative musicians and among today’s most engaging pianists. The two will be releasing a new joint album soon called “Arc of LIfe.” 7:30 p.m. / The Palladium at the Center for Performing Arts 355 City Center Dr., Carmel / 317-843-3800 thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

6-22 / THE ANDREWS BROTHERS

19 / TRUTH @ WORK

7 / HOLLYWOOD HIGHLIGHTS

21 / CELEBRATE INTERNATIONAL 21 / PEANUT BUTTER AND JAM: NATIVE AMERICAN STORIES AND SONG

Back by popular demand! Mistaken identities, madcap comedy, romance and over 25 musical treasures made famous by the Andrews Sisters fill this sweet show, a recreation of a USO show for the troops during World War II. It’s 1943 in the South Pacific, and a flu outbreak has the Andrews Sisters under quarantine. It’s up to three earnest and determined stagehands, along with pin-up girl Peggy Jones, to hatch a plan to save the day. / Various times / Studio Theater, 1 Center Green, Carmel 317-843-3800 / thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

Trumpet virtuoso and recording artist Joey Tartell joins the Indiana Wind Symphony as they bring you the wonder of Hollywood through the music of some of film’s greatest composers including John Williams, Henry Mancini, Alan Menken and Elmer Bernstein.

7:30 p.m. / The Palladium at the Center for Performing Arts 355 City Center Dr., Carmel/ 317-843-3800 / thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

10 / CARMEL CLAY PUBLIC LIBRARY HOLIDAY SHOWCASE AND CARMEL GREEN INITIATIVE’S GREEN GIFT SHOP

Looking for ways to make your holiday shopping a little greener and more earthfriendly? Join us as local businesses showcase green gift ideas that are local, organic, natural, recycled, reused or repurposed. And did you know the Library has hundreds of books and audiobooks filled with heartwarming holiday stories, moneysaving ways to spruce up your holidays, simple to elaborate crafts for gifts and mouthwatering recipes? No registration required. / 12:30-7:30 p.m.

Carmel Clay Public Library, Program Room, 55 4th Ave. SE, Carmel 317-844-3362 or carmel.lib.in.us

14 / SECOND SATURDAY GALLERY WALK

Enjoy an evening filled with special art exhibits, visiting artists and a variety of music, caricatures, a scavenger hunt and fun surprises. / 5-9 p.m. / Carmel Arts & Design District, Main Street and Range Line Rd. / 317-571-ARTS / carmelartsanddesign.com

Are you a Christian business owner, officer, partner or manager who could benefit from the insight and counsel of other Christian business professionals? Who helps you make business and personal decisions from a biblical perspective? Truth @ Work understands that you need a place to get recharged, redirected and refocused. / $35/month / 7:30-10:30 a.m. / Northview Church, Carmel Campus, 12900 Hazel Dell Parkway / Contact professionals@northviewchurch.us for more information.

Take a voyage through Native American culture as Native American storyteller Teresa Webb shares the stories and songs of the Anishinaabe. Her wonderful tales are accompanied by indigenous flute, drum and rattle as she educates and draws her audience into her stories. / 10:30 a.m. / The Palladium at the Center for Performing Arts / 355 City Center Dr., Carmel / 317-843-3800 / thecenterfortheperformingarts.org

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