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As the holidays are quickly approaching, Pastor Danny Anderson of Emmanuel Church shared his thoughts on this special and sometimes stressful time of the year.

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IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE A FOOTBALL FAMILY THE PARENTS BEHIND THE CENTER GROVE FOOTBALL TEAM

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or the approximately 150 football players on the Center Grove High School football team, playing the game they love is what matters. For the parents of those football players, making their son’s football experience a memorable one is what matters. (That and winning

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Every Wednesday through the high school football season, the Parents Club meets to discuss upcoming events and needs for the program. There is enough to do for all parents wanting to get involved in something they will enjoy. One example is the pre-game tailgating meal. Hundreds of Trojan fans make their way through the Duke Spirit Pavilion before each Friday home page. From making the food to working the dinner line, parents do it all. Starting early in the summer, spirit wear needs to be designed, ordered and managed. The “Coach’s Closet” tables full of Center Grove Football-branded T-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and more are manned by parents at every home football game and at many other Center Grove events. The annual Craft Fair takes a small army of volunteers to plan and run. Parents make dinner for the players each Friday afternoon, making sure they are well-nourished before each game. Many other activities like senior class-related fundraisers and events, the 7-on-7 tournament (which draws teams from across the State), fundraising, scholarship coordination and more …

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all of these are done by parents. Jenny Daming, Junior Class Representative, says, “You don’t realize the amount of work that goes into the program. It is not just about your child; it is about the whole team. The boys appreciate what we do for them.” Jenny’s son, Austin, has been a part of the Center Grove football family since kindergarten.

positions, and they appreciate the work we do. And they see that people care.” Center Grove often plays schools that don’t have as much parental involvement. Coach Eric Moore says this program is unique. “Most schools don’t meet with their parents as much as we do. It gives parents a chance to get to know each other. It is a very special program.” He explained that everything that

the parents do as part of the Parents Club is for the players in the current year, which makes it even more personal. The impact is tangible and shows the players that there is a whole extended family that cares for them.

Another special part of those Wednesday night meetings is the “Senior Moment.” Each week, a parent of a senior football player gets up in front of the group and discusses their thoughts about the program and what it has meant to them. There are usually tears involved as they recount their time as part of the football family and how it will be missed. So why do so many parents get involved? Senior Class Representative Amber McCoy, whose son Titus has played in the Center Grove football program since kindergarten, explains, “I feel closer to my son because I can talk to him about what is going on. The boys see the volunteer

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The Tri Tornadoes are a triathlon team that trains together at the local Baxter YMCA in Greenwood.

What started out as a class to teach wouldbe triathletes the ropes and promote a healthy lifestyle is accomplishing that goal and more. For Brenna Macias, whose goal is to complete an Ironman before her 40th birthday, this is obvious. “The team has taught me that people can do much more than they think they can, and that by working together, we’re able to reach our goals.” While a triathlon is an individual sport, preparing for it is a group effort. Alan Coppinger joined the team in 2011 to prepare for his first half Ironman race. “The Tornadoes made me feel welcome, and their enthusiasm was electric. We are almost like a second family and have accomplished many great things together.”

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CHALLENGING? MEDIEVAL? TRIUMPHANT? ALL OF THE ABOVE? based at the Baxter YMCA. Shellenberger started the kids’ team in 2008 and added Triathlons come in several distances from the the adult team to the mix in 2009. The two short to the fast sprint to the Ironman – an teams include a diverse group of athletes all-day gut check of 140.6 miles. No matter from 6 years old to 60-something. It’s often the distance, they all start the same – an said that a picture is worth a thousand often chilly plunge into a lake, river or ocean, words, but for the Tornadoes, a picture followed by biking, running and then that doesn’t begin to tell the whole story. finish line, an unabashed, exuberant celebration Everyone on the team looks ordinary – all of months or even years of hard work. ages, all sizes, all at different places in their development as athletes – but what they are As Tri Tornadoes Coach, Todd doing is extraordinary. Time after time, they Shellenberger says, “Triathlon is not world- are facing down fears, overcoming obstacles, changing, but it can be life-changing.” stepping out of their comfort zones and chasing their dreams. The adult and kids Tri Tornadoes teams are Writer / Heather Simpson

What has surprised Shellenberger, a two-time Ironman World Championship finisher, the most about his team? “I was surprised when people started striking up friendships that extended outside of team practices. They have become friends, good friends that look out for each other. It’s not just an exercise class anymore. We spend a lot of time together working toward our individual goals, suffering through hard workouts, doing something we love. We have become invested in helping each other reach our goals – whether it’s finishing a first triathlon, qualifying for Nationals, living a healthy lifestyle or setting a good example for our kids. We are in this together.” Jessica Thompson, a Greenwood High School graduate who is attending the University of Indianapolis, was looking for a way to stay fit and active. “The Tornadoes are great because there are so many different athletic abilities and goals. We all work together to be stronger and faster.” Somehow the team has become something more – a home, an incubator of dreams, a chance to prove that anything is possible with hard work. Todd notes that for the Tornadoes, “Triathlon isn’t the ultimate objective; it is helping people see how much they can accomplish and helping them grow in their relationship with Christ. We see each other at our best and have, literally,

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great because I'm like a big kid myself." Nitro likes to keep his true identity as secret as he can. He says he's like a super hero. He wants to keep people guessing. He's usually good at getting around, but he does have a mishap now and then. "I fell down behind the Zamboni machine one night, hit the wall and fell down. I had a hard time getting back up, and the audience roared with laughter. They loved it. I grabbed on to the back of the Zamboni and was dragged across the ice. They laughed even more." Nitro, who graduated from the University of Arkansas, said he hasn't seen the Netflix comedy "Mascots" yet, but he says many of his mascot buddies appear in it. "I would really love to see it," he stated. "I've heard it's very funny. I hope it shows how much fun it is to be a mascot."

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Spencer Stevens has a bird's eye view of all the Fuel game intermissions from his post in the rafters. He watches from a lofty position as he pilots a 16-foot blimp with his remote control. "The crowd loves it, and I enjoy looking for a fan who is not paying attention, so I can land the blimp near his or her head," Stevens said. "I also fill the blimp with prizes and drop free tickets, Chickfil-A gift cards and Community Health Network information. I also chase after Nitro and hit him in the back of the head with the blimp." Stevens works at Hobby Shop RC (Radio Control), 1102 S. Franklin Rd., Suite A, Indianapolis. He pilots the blimp with his dad, Marty, and John Gaither, who also pilots a blimp at the Indianapolis Colts games.

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"I like to surprise people as often as I can, and they enjoy it," Stevens stated. "Kids love the blimp and following it all over. The best part of piloting the blimp is meeting all of the wonderful fans. I've really gotten to know them, and they are a great group."

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PURDUE UNIVERSITY CREATES STEM INSPIRED HIGH SCHOOL IN INDIANAPOLIS Writer / Lynda Hedberg Thies

On October 3, 2016, Purdue University announced the launch of a unique partnership between Indianapolis Public Schools and the city of Indianapolis that will result in a STEM focused charter school. Purdue Polytechnic High School which will be an IPS Innovation Network School, will open in the Fall of 2017. Purdue President Mitch Daniels said, “We thank IPS and the city for the partnership, which we hope will build a new pathway to Purdue and to successful careers for future students from downtown Indianapolis. Students enrolled in the school, which will be located in the former PR Mallory building at 3029 E. Washington Street but during renovation of that location, the inaugural class will have temporary residence nearby at 201 S. Rural Street.” Mayor Joe Hogsett is thrilled for the partnership and investment Purdue is making in the community. “When the doors to the

school open in a little more than a year, we will be doing more than merely putting Indianapolis kids in a high quality educational environment, we will be heling the Young mean and women from Englewood and other Eastside neighborhoods reach their full potential, prepared for today’s fast-moving economy.” IPS Superintendent, Lewis Ferebee is thrilled with the partnership and shared that, “it is certain to have a profound impact on IPS students, our educators and our community.” He further added, “With the expertise of Purdue’s faculty and research, we have the opportunity to inspire students and unlock their limitless potential.” The school has been in the development stage for over a year. The high school curriculum will mirror the Purdue Polytechnic Institute on Purdue’s West Lafayette campus and will serve as a pipeline to the college. Applications are available through the high schools website at https://pphsi.purdue.eud/(Https://pphsi.purdue.edu/) and are being accepted from October 3, 2016 through February 3, 2017. Students who live within IPS boundaries will have first preference for spaces.

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Taxman Brewing Co. will renovate three storefronts right next to the railroad tracks on Main Street in Fortville. Scheduled opening is April or May 2017.

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Nathan Huelsebusch, president and CEO of Taxman Brewing Company (13 S. Baldwin St. in Bargersville), has enjoyed so much success at the southside location that the Taxman team is ready to launch a new restaurant and pilot brewery in Fortville. "We just celebrated our second anniversary in September in Bargersville, and we are really excited to be launching our second location in Fortville," Huelsebusch said during a recent interview. "We want to expand our northside presence and help grow the Fortville Main Street business district. I think we will draw a lot

of customers from the communities surrounding Fortville: Geist, Fishers, Indianapolis, Carmel, Noblesville and Zionsville." The new Fortville location, which will be located at 29-35 S. Main St., is scheduled to open in late April or May of 2017. It covers three parcels of land and will take up three storefronts on Main Street. Once construction is complete, the restaurant will seat approximately 120 guests and have a private dining room that can accommodate up to 50. Huelsebusch plans to garner the same enthusiastic response in Fortville that Taxman has rapidly enjoyed in Bargersville,

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interview. "We were competing against a lot of different breweries."

Taxman Brewing Company has a nice industrial modern feel with farm-to-table food and Belgian-inspired beers. Huelsebusch credits his team and the company’s commitment to the community for the success of the business. His wife, Leah, is Taxman's COO of Retail Operations. His sister, Kirby McCloy, is the Chief Financial Officer, while his brother-in-law, Colin McCloy, is the Vice President of Brewing Operations. “We work well as a team, and each of us brings a unique skillset and perspective to the table.”

Taxman Brewing Company's beers can be found in numerous bars, restaurants and retail locations. Taxman has an extensive variety of Belgian inspired beers, some of which are classic Belgian styles, while others have a decidedly American slant. Taxman's house beers include such clever names as La Maison, Gold Standard, Deduction, Exemption, Qualified and Hop Collection.

Taxman brews a wide variety of seasonal beers including Frozen Assets, B-Keeper, Taxmango, DeFallt, Bean Counter, Death & "I think Taxman Brewing Company has been a success because we put Taxes, Blackberry Deduction, Tax Holiday and Wit-Held. Taxman's gastropub in Bargersville features 26 taps, typically with 12 to 14 as much focus on the food as we do the beer, and we try to create an environment that is fun,” he stated. "Fortville is a growing community different Taxman beers as well as guest drafts, local wine from Mallow Run Winery and seasonal farm-to-table cuisine. in need of an additional family dining option. Our restaurant will be family friendly and will serve elevated farm-to-table fare which will "We work with a lot of local independent farmers for our allow us to highlight the great work being done by Indiana farmers." ingredients, and we really like having a connection with our supplier," Huelsebusch said. Taxman Brewing Company began as a way for Huelsebusch and his partners to share their interest in beer and food with their local Staples on Taxman Brewing Company's menu include Indiana community. Huelsebusch lived in Belgium for almost three years sourced burgers, Belgian-style double fried French fries and and enjoyed how the small country had several thousand different mussels. Burgers rotate seasonally and include creative options like beers and hundreds of community-based breweries. “Many of The Desperado, a half-pound beef burger with green chili salsa, red the small towns we visited in Belgium had a brewery or a local onion and smoke pork collar, and the Barnyard Burger with pork restaurant that served as the gathering place for the community. belly, an over easy egg, arugula and goat cheese. This was our vision when we opened Taxman in Bargersville. We wanted it to be a place where people could come together, meet The menu also includes a wide-variety of salads, sandwiches and their neighbors and connect.” entrees that take advantage of seasonal produce that is grown locally. Seasonal salads include kale and heirloom tomatoes that are Huelsebusch met several of Taxman Brewing Company’s cosourced from a farm outside Bloomington. founders in Belgium, and they began investigating and enjoying the extensive variety of local beer options. On his Taxman Brewing Seasonal sandwiches include pulled lamb, pork tenderloin, salmon Company website, Huelsebush says Taxman brews Belgian style beers because "they fell in love with the depth of flavor imparted by club, catfish po'boy and a veggie sandwich. Entrees include scallops, chicken and pork belly. There are gluten free and vegetarian options the unique strains of yeast used to ferment the beer." as well and don’t miss brunch on Sundays. Huelsebusch claims the name of the brewery, Taxman, came about "We hear a lot from customers that they come to Taxman for because tax consulting work took him to Belgium, and "three of Taxman's founders are, in fact, tax professionals," he said. the food as much as they do the beer," Huelsebusch said. "We have great team as well, and we have been able to retain a lot our restaurant and brew staff since we opened. Everyone that works for Taxman's skull and bow tie logo is inspired by Benjamin Franklin's quote, "In this world, nothing can be said to be certain, except death Taxman is passionate about the business, and that is reflected in their work ethic and commitment to our customers.” and taxes." Huelsebush stated that the Town of Bargersville was selected because it reminded him and his co-owners of the small brewery towns they visited in Europe. Matt Keating is an instructional assistant and tutor at Amy Beverland Taxman Brewing Co. has received national attention, having won a bronze medal at the 2015 Great American Beer Fest in Denver, Colorado. "That was very exciting," Huelsebush noted during a recent

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CHOCOLATE EXTRAVAGANZA Writer / Suzanne Huntzinger

Rich, creamy, melty, with almonds or plain, in milk, cookies or cake, any way and every way you like it. Come and enjoy an endless amount of it at the first annual Chocolate Extravaganza.

Haven will be using the funds to help their programs for women in need.

The brilliant idea for this chocolate and shopping bonanza was birthed by a special group of women in the community who met regularly to pray for each other and their The brand new spectacular event venue, The families. Along the way, one of the ladies Barn at Bay Horse Inn, plays host to this fest in the group, Sherrie Buchanan, a beloved of all things chocolate, Saturday, December teacher at Center Grove, became ill with 3, 2016. In the spirit of Christmas and cancer. The group prayed for Buchanan gift giving, 38 vendors will also be on throughout her illness. But her disease hand featuring a plethora of items for progressed, and she knew she was losing the sale. Choose from kitchen items, home battle. Never faltering to focus on the good decorating items, clothing, jewelry, purses, of the group, Sherrie asked the group to grant skincare, art and so much more. her one wish; She wanted the ladies to always remain friends. The ladies granted her wish, Haven Women’s Ministry and Big Life and came together to put on Sherrie’s Ride, Ministries will share the event’s proceeds. a 10-mile bicycle ride, to raise funds for the Biglife, a global Christian prayer and outreach Sherrie Buchanan Memorial Teacher Grant. organization, will be using their funds for The event was tremendously successful, and Bibles for the Congo, a program that provides they raised $2,400. bibles to the faithful in the distressed area.

This year, the ladies have turned their mission of seeing God’s love and hope shared with others in to the mission for the Chocolate Extravaganza. Since April, the ladies have been gradually putting the pieces together to make this first annual Chocolate Extravaganza happen. Marcia Duke, chair for the event, says, “We feel very blessed that so many within our community share our vision. The Center Grove Community is filled with many great people who love helping.” The doors to the Chocolate Extravaganza open at 10 a.m., and the event concludes at 1 p.m. Come early and shop til you drop! Plenty of chocolate will be flowing from vendors including Texas Roadhouse, MBP Catering, The New Old-Standard Baking Company, Heavenly Sweets, and more. For more information on Haven or how you can help, go to www.havenwomensministry.org. See you there!

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EMMANUEL CHURCH’S

PASTOR DANNY ANDERSON THOUGHTS ON THE UPCOMING HOLIDAY SEASON

As the holidays are quickly approaching, Pastor Danny Anderson of Emmanuel Church shared his thoughts on this special and sometimes stressful time of the year. His church begins preparing months in advance about the same time that pumpkin spice lattes become available, which gets him into the holiday spirit. Not only at the holidays but every week the church offers a relaxed, come as you are environment. Their goal is to create a service that is environmentally comfortable so one can be theologically aware. They do not shrink back from the word of God, Pastor Danny stated, “We let the word of God do the work in people’s hearts.” Discussing what the holidays mean to him, “It’s a great time to reflect on all the

wonderful things that God has done in my life. I don’t think we do that enough, we don’t count our blessings…So it’s a great time to sit back and say, wow you know what, God has been faithful to me.” As a person of strong faith he believes it is a time for praising God. As so many families do at Thanksgiving, his family goes around the table before they eat and each person says what they are thankful for. It is traditions like this, that generate incredible bonding experiences with moving times filled with sometimes tears and laughter. Looking at Christmas as a time to celebrate the Gospel and the birth of Jesus, Pastor Danny explained, “It’s a special time to look back and to say how did he come into the world? Why did he come into the world

and what does it mean that he came into the world?” Feeling added pressure to repackage the same story in a different and creative way to reach as many people as possible, he described it as a rescue mission. “God sent Jesus into this world to rescue us from our sin,” he also added, “the baby came into this world to reconcile us to God and that is the greatest message in the world.” Making his message clear and relatable is his goal; Pastor Danny knows that it is a special opportunity to bring people closer to God. For those who do not normally attend church his message was simple, “Christmas is really about Jesus, it’s the moment where he stepped into this world as a baby to bring the possibility of abundant life to us.” He went on to propose that if someone is

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searching for the meaning of life or for something to fill a void, then they are really searching for God. People look in all the wrong places, such as drugs, alcohol, success, recognition, popularity and elicit pleasures for satisfaction. Concluding that you cannot find satisfaction in another person, drug, substance or anything, Pastor Danny analyzed, “Your soul is really thirsty for God and you may not even know it.” The Emmanuel Church focuses on the truth that Jesus came into the world to bring abundant life to people in John 10:10. Teaching that you can live a thrilling and amazing eternal life now and that death is the graduation into the fullness of eternity. Speaking more in depth, he revealed, “What I believe in my heart, I’m utterly convinced that Jesus brought with him knowledge of reality. What is real in this world.” He went to clarify that the things we see are temporary and the things that are unseen are eternal as in the Kingdom of God. When summarizing he said, “He brought with him the opportunity to live a different way, to live a life of love, a life filled with peace and a life filled with joy. Don’t worry about tomorrow.” The only way to achieve this is to believe there is another Kingdom of God and that is how Pastor Danny tries to live each day. The church is also known simply as “E” with three locations, one in each Greenwood, Franklin and Banta.

“ What I believe in my heart, I’m utterly convinced that Jesus brought with him knowledge of reality, what is real in this world.”

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This year extra services will be provided on Christmas Eve instead of the usual Sunday times. For more information about their beliefs, service times, activities and programs, please check out their website at eclife.org. Seeking to reach people, who have written off church as boring and irrelevant, Pastor Danny challenges them to join him in a worship service with a free cup of coffee. Witnessing that unfortunately the holidays can bring out the worst in some people, he hopes that those, who are struggling, will turn to the church for guidance, peace and hope.

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It might just be that Drew Skillman was destined to be a racecar driver, since he grew up running around and working in the Skillman race shop. When the factory-made 2010 Ford Cobra Jets arrived to sell, the driver within him emerged. Drew recalled that he intended to race only once, but his grandfather, Ray Skillman, joined in the fun. At 70 years old, Ray resurrected his drag racing career with his 24-year-old grandson by entering their supercars in the Bristol Showdown. In 2012, Drew’s father, Bill, also found his inner driver, and the three generations bonded around their passion for straight line racing. It didn’t take long for Ray and his racing crew to make their supercars launch flat out off the starting line. However, Drew realized that consistency is as important as speed in their Elapsed Time sport. Absorbing knowledge in his early years at the Ray Skillman Race Shop and Dealerships, Drew had an advantage

of learning from experienced teachers. Bill referred to Donnie Gardner, a former Pro Stock crew chief, when he stated, “Drew got a good mental education from him, and so I think he was way further ahead of the curve.” Drew confirmed that Donnie got him into drag racing, taught him the basic fundamentals and gave him insight into some possible racing challenges. Drew found quick success at Atlanta in 2012 and made history by becoming the youngest driver to pull off double wins at a national event in NHRA Stock and Super Stock in the same day. He forwarded his career by taking a championship in the 2013 Division 3 Stock Elimination and came very close to winning more championships the following year. Ready for bigger challenges in 2015, Drew joined the Elite Motorsports team of Freeman Pro Stock Racing with his bright red Chevrolet Camaro. Feeling lucky to have such a head start with great teachers and very good equipment, Drew explained, “Erica Enders taught me to drive a Pro Stock.” When coming off

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the starting line, he mastered how to let go of the line lock and the clutch at the same time the light flashed. As a result, he reached his fastest speed at 214.80 mph, and in St. Louis, he won his first professional level race. Drew proved to be a great student of the sport and was awarded Rookie of the Year, placing fifth in the championship. This year began with new rule changes in the Pro Stock Class, which included switching to fuel injection engines and lowering the rpm levels. The engineers on the racing crew strategized and struggled on how to regain speed with the new limitations. Another change occurred for Drew, this time in his personal life, when he happily married Brittany Ladd. As a newlywed, his wife supports his racing and joins him at the track when her work schedule allows. In June, Drew swapped racing teams by leaving Elite Motorsports and combining the forces of Skillman Motorsport with Gray Motorsports. Breaking down the relationship between the teams, Drew clarified that the engines are leased through Gray Motorsports in North Carolina. Along with the engines, very skilled engineers work to create more horsepower. He added that a great engine has to work with the chassis, and both must follow the rule book. However, he analyzed, “What isn’t in the book is what we are doing,” and Bill interjected, “You are always looking for the gray areas.” Working with two teammates, who have their own cars and crew chiefs, Drew disclosed that all three teams collaborate and share with each other. In August at the Lucas Oil NHRA Nationals, Drew collected his first win of the season and also secured the sixth spot in the championship chase. Problems with the car began after his win, and he dropped to eighth with four races to go in the season. Drew stated that they would aggressively attack the upcoming races and even predicted to move back into sixth with Bill guessing fifth. At Pennsylvania, the conditions were rainy, and Drew’s issues continued as he didn’t make it out the first round after qualifying.

his race team rallied to get back on track as they head into the last two Pro Stock races of the season. In a post-race interview, Drew stated, “This was huge for us. We were down in the points. We rallied. We did not have a good racecar this weekend, but we had a great team. Our Ray Skillman Chevrolet Camaro did a great job, and everyone at Ray Skillman pitched in to make this happen. The people at Axalta, Indiana Car Exchange, I just can’t thank enough people.” Moving up in the points from eighth to sixth place in the 2016 NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Championship, Drew is hoping to continue his surge at Las Vegas and Pomona, California. Fast forward to next season, Drew will have a new 2016 Camaro to drive, and he will begin with testing in the off-season. Drew concluded, “We’re going to win the Championship. That’s our goal for next season. It all comes down to the last six races, but you have to do well during the regular season.” With his racing family behind him and sponsors secured for years to come, Drew is optimistic about his future. Possessing the resources, knowledge, skills, positivity and a laidback personality, Drew Skillman might just be destined to win many championships in his drag racing career. Cathy Wendorff has lived in Greenwood for 19 years with her family and has loved teaching Special Education students in Center Grove and Nicaragua.

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Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney’s The Little Mermaid is a beautiful love story for the ages. Presented by the Franklin Community High School Performing Arts Department. Tickets $8-$12 Thursday-Saturday 7 p.m., Saturday-Sunday 2 p.m. Franklin Performing Arts Center, 2600 Cumberland Dr., Franklin franklinschools.org

Tickets include heavy hors d’oeuvres, dessert, two drink tickets, 50 casino chips, photo booth, live band, auction, on-site painting by the accomplished Gordon R. Strain and cocktail attire. $100 for 1 ticket, $150 for 2 tickets 6-10 p.m. The Sycamore at Mallow Run, 7070 W. Whiteland Rd., Bargersville 317-738-2213

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MONTE CARLO NIGHT 2016 – WILD 4 JCCF!

Come check out the vendors at the Center Grove Craft Fair at Center Grove High School. Sponsored by the Center Grove Football Parents Club. 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Center Grove High School, 2717 S. Morgantown Rd., Greenwood

You are invited to attend the Southside’s largest food and beverage tasting event! More than 30 food and beverage exhibitors will present over 100 different samples! Tickets include unlimited food and beverage samples (must be 21 or older to attend the event), opportunity to watch the live Chef Challenge and live Mixology Contest, great silent auction with wonderful gift packages and sports collectibles and the Tailgate Lounge to catch your favorite team’s scores and highlights. $40 admission 4:30-7 p.m. Primo Banquet and Conference Center, 2615 E. National Ave., Indianapolis greenwoodchamber.com/taste

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2ND ANNUAL RUNNING FOR AMY 5K RUN/WALK

All runners and walkers are welcome for the 2016 times 5K benefitting the Amy Dillman Black Memorial Scholarship. Amy graduated from Center Grove High School in 1999 and IU nursing school in 2003. She and her husband and two sons lived in Greenwood. She died in July 2014 from complications related to an undiagnosed blood clot. Register at getmeregistered.com/RunningforAmy5K. 9 a.m. Freedom Park, 850 W. Stop 18 Rd., Greenwood Contact run4amy5k@gmail.com

2016 TASTE OF THE SOUTHSIDE

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Looking for a fun family tradition? Create hand-painted Christmas ornaments each year for family keepsakes! Your reservation includes the choice of an ornament (over 10 styles to choose from), paints, supplies, firing and a snack. Reservation required. $10 per painter 6 p.m. uPaint Pottery Studio, 3113 W. Smith Valley Rd., Suite D, Greenwood 317-893-5700

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DEC. 3

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This Greenwood tradition includes the lighting of the Christmas tree with Mayor Mark Myers presiding at Madison and Main Street. Entertainment will be provided by a local church and school choirs. Santa makes an appearance at the tree and then proceeds to the library for a chat with all of the children. While at the library, everyone has an opportunity to take a ride in a horse drawn carriage, see a puppet show, visit Santa’s reindeer and get a picture with Santa. 4-8 p.m. Madison and Main Streets

Lots of activities for families to celebrate the upcoming holiday! 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Downtown Franklin DiscoverDowntownFranklin.com

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Did you know that November is National Novel Writing Month, or “NaNoWriMo”? Get those creative juices flowing with a workshop and reading with Adam Henze! Adam is a published author, was the official poet for the 100th Indianapolis 500 and has a wealth of creative knowledge to share! 6:30-7:30 p.m. Johnson County Public Library - Trafalgar Branch, TRB-Community Room, 424 S. Tower St., Trafalgar 317-878-9560

An exciting Christmas shopping experience that will host a variety of vandors. Chocolate desserts and snacks will be provided by local restaurants. There will be raffles throughout the event and gift wrapping service available. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Bay Horse Inn, 1468 W. Stones Crossing Rd., Greenwood facebook.com/theChocolateExtravaganza

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