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SEPTEMBER 2014

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PUBLISHER’S WELCOME If you asked anyone who knew me in high school or college, what I’d end up doing not one of them would say, “Publishing a magazine.” I was an electronic media guy, owning a local radio station was my goal. I spent the first 30 years of my career working in radio, TV, and internet. When the opportunity came along to publish a magazine, many colleagues, and my wife, thought I’d gone a little crazy. What I realized was that the medium wasn’t the message, it is the stories you tell. People want to know what is going on in their community, with their neighbors, in their schools, and yes even see ads about local businesses. A monthly magazine delivered to 13,000+ homes was a great way to do that. When we started at 16 pages, we wondered how we would find the stories to fill the next issue. Now we have a hard time deciding what to include and what to save for later. Our community is full of stories. In this issue, we have people doing simple things, like building ramps that change a person’s life.

The story of a woman who got her degree in education and ended up running a flower shop and on page 39 you’ll find a great photo of a Center Grove baby making his acting debut in an ad for his grandma’s (yes she is a very young grandma) business. I’ve met many people, some whose stories we have told. Mandy McGovern loved the ice cream they had on vacation so much she got the owner to allow her to open the first Pinocchio’s Original Italian Ice Cream franchise location. Last week I met a guy who loved the beef jerky he had in Ohio so much he opened Tommy’s Jerky, store that sells just beef jerky. I have also been blessed to meet people who great things for others in our community. Some stories we discover, others are suggested to us. I’m sorry we can cover them all, but keep the ideas coming. We enjoy telling these stories. Jody Veldkamp Publisher

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GARDENING NANA

FLOWER SEED HARVESTING The Hyacinth Bean vine was in Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello kitchen garden and is an heirloom plant, and we know that the beans (or seeds) will produce the same plant. We won’t save seeds from hybrid plants because the seeds will not grow the same plant. The steps for harvesting the Hyacinth Bean are to: 1) Let the pods dry on the vine until they are brown and crispy; 2) Snap open the pods to get the beans; 3) Dry the beans on a screen so they won’t mold; 4) Once the beans are dry, store in paper bags; and 5) Be sure to label the seed bags! In this book, Starting Gardening, by Sue Writer / Nancy Craig Johnson and Cheryl Evans, see the Internet link to this This month my great nieces and nephews will help me harvest seeds subject, “Junior Seed Site,” to from several of my favorite flowers to save for planting next spring. learn about saving seeds from many different plants: We have a great variety of seeds to harvest and will have plenty to bit.ly/StartingGardening (Note, case sensitive.) share with our friends. One flower we are going to harvest is the Hyacinth Bean vine (Lablab purpureus), and we will get the pods Max and Eli have been harvesting beans from their vegetable from my friend’s vine. This spring I had shared the Hyacinth Bean garden to eat, but these Hyacinth Bean pods are not to eat; it is an vine started from seeds we saved from last year, and her vine grew ornamental plant. Lindsey and Lauren will be helping me toss dry much fuller than mine did! coneflower seed heads into my flower garden, which is an easy way to grow more flowers,Mother Nature’s way. The Hyacinth Bean vine has pink sweet-pea-like flowers that produce glossy, reddish-purple seedpods and inside the pods are unusual black and white beans. We are going to learn when Nancy loves flower gardening almost as much as she does her great nephews and nieces. Her interest in gardening intensified while living to harvest the seeds, how to dry and store them and which seeds in Holland and was perfected with Master Gardener courses. will grow true to type. That means learning about heirloom, open pollinated and hybrid plants. See the Seed Savers Exchange catalog for definitions of these terms: seedsavers.org.

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COMMUNITY CONNECTION

ABUSE COUNSELING & EDUCATION Writer / Erin Smith . Photographer / James Eichelman

“Domestic violence can be defined as a pattern of behavior in any relationship that is used to gain or maintain power and control over an intimate partner. “Abuse is physical, sexual, emotional, economic, or psychological actions or threats of actions that influence another person. This includes any behaviors that frighten, intimidate, terrorize, manipulate, hurt, humiliate, blame, injure or wound someone.

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HER SILENT PRAYER I stand and wipe the tears from my eyes No one knows, no one to realize… The home I live in is not safe The bruises are hid and not on my face… The pain inside, I hide so well No friends for me, no one to tell… With family away and will never see For I keep the secret deep inside of me… Hiding the pain and living a lie Never complain and try not to cry… A part of me dies with each new mark I’m so afraid as I stand in the dark… No longer can I take the pain I am not the one to blame… This love hurts and should not be God please send an angel for me… ~ © Copyright Mattie (Deaton) Herald 2001 ~

“Domestic violence can happen to anyone of any race, age, sexual orientation, religion or gender. It can happen to couples who are married, living together or dating. Domestic violence affects people of all socioeconomic backgrounds and education levels.” (Indiana Coalition Against Domestic Violence) Are you or is someone you know suffering from abuse? Stories present themselves through the media every week about domestic abuse. Unfortunately, for every story that makes the 6 o’clock news, there are thousands of victims who are silently suffering from unreported abuse. Here is the chilling statistic: One in every four women will experience domestic abuse in her lifetime. The next time you pick up your children from practice, or you attend church or go to work, think about this. Most likely, you are interacting with victims of abuse every day. It’s an uncomfortable thought, but one that caring, responsible people must be aware of in order to effect change. There is hope, and resources are available for victims and abusers, thanks to

organizations like Abuse Counseling and Education, a local non-profit that provides educational programs geared toward helping abusers identify inappropriate behavior and challenging them to change. Mattie Herald, a survivor of domestic abuse, is a licensed addiction counselor who runs the Nonviolent Alternatives program in Greenwood. The Nonviolent Alternatives program is NOT an anger management program. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), participants are taught skills to have loving, kind, happy and healthy relationships. Folks also learn how to change bad habits like blame-shifting and denial in order to be self-accountable for their behaviors. Are you a victim of abuse? My hope is that this article empowers you to connect to safe resources whether it be calling a hotline (State of Indiana Domestic Violence hotline: 800-332-7385), connecting to a church community or confiding in a professional. Are you an abuser? My hope is that you will seek help through educational programs like Nonviolent Alternatives that value you as a person and genuinely want you to experience relationships that are loving, kind and safe. Most importantly, if you know of someone in an abusive relationship, please act. Approaching a victim of domestic violence can be scary and unpredictable. Consider your approach carefully and enlist the help of professionals, should safety be a concern. If you are unwilling to act, imagine how a victim must feel. Victims need our nonjudgmental support and strength to face what seems to be an insurmountable life circumstance.

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“I read the obituary to get a feeling for the person. If it’s a man who liked to fish or hunt, When Squire Parker bought his Needham we don’t want to do daisies.” Occasionally farm in 1950, he could not imagine what obituaries will use the phrase “in lieu of his two granddaughters, Janet and Pam, flowers,” which Pam considers misleading would someday create. The family farm because it implies the family doesn’t want now supplies many of the flowers used flowers. “Flowers are sent in memory of the at JP Parker Flowers. Their flower shops person to ease the families’ grief,” said Pam. The business doesn’t focus on the are located in Franklin and across from “Like music, flowers establish an atmosphere arrangements alone. It also encourages Shapiro’s Deli in Indianapolis. communication between the floral designers of reverence and beauty.” and the clients. “We love flowers and we’re Pam started the business after returning passionate about flowers, but we’re actually Operating a small business with two to the family farm in 1983. Pam had been locations has its challenges. An integral part selling customer service,” said Pam. “We studying and working in Minnesota. She focus on getting to know our customers. We is the business side of JP Parker Flowers, not had a successful career as a general manager listen and communicate to find out what just the creative side. “Not only do we have and designer for a large floral company. award-winning designers, but the back-up their likes are.” “I majored in education at the University staff is just as important,” Pam said. “These of Minnesota, and somewhere along the are the people who help the business run For weddings, most of the communication line I knew I would be a lousy teacher, so smoothly.” is with the bride and her mother. The I switched to art and horticulture,” Pam said. designers typically sit down with each bride Having been part of personalized events, to go over examples and trends in wedding The farm is now home to Pam and her feedback is something Pam relishes. “To flowers. Pam noted that weddings involve husband, Larry Tucker, whom she fondly receive five years later a Christmas card planning and coordination with other refers to as “a big part of the business.” They from a couple with their family on it is the components of the ceremony. annually grow more than 300,000 sunflowers, joy of owning JP Parker Flowers. We simply which are among Pam’s favorite blooms along With funerals, the designers listen to the care about those we serve.” with peonies and many other varieties. clients and suggest appropriate flowers. Writer / Joyce Long

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In early August, after a demanding spring/summer, it was time to balance body, soul and spirit. They’re called one-tank trips, girlfriend getaways and weekenders, but I call them peace-seeking adventures. An oxymoron, I know, but Melissa Gilbert, author of Eat, Pray, Love, advised globetrotting to find peace, a very successful oxymoron! However, Indiana offers opportunities to recharge at a fraction of the cost. Peace, for me, begins with planning—seeking bike trails for exercising the body, great local food for the soul, and a quiet sanctuary to refresh the spirit. With Central-East Indiana as the destination, I looked to our state map, the Indiana Travel Guide, and the Internet. Saturday we headed east on U.S. Route 40, steeped in history as the first federally funded highway and approved by Congress in 1806. It was the first ocean-to-ocean route in the U.S., now ending in Park City, Utah. It crossed 12 states with seven state capitals along the

route (three former and four current). Notable in all 12 states are monuments erected by Daughters of the American Revolution, “Madonnas of the Trail,” celebrating the courage and faith of pioneer women who forged a new America in Conestoga wagons. Richmond’s monument was erected in 1928 and stands proudly at the entrance to Glen Miller Park. The Richmond Rose Garden, our sanctuary for prayer, is in this 194acre park. “Star” bricks immortalize names of loved ones and form pathways through 1,100 rose bushes, gazebos, fountains and trellises. It was a gentle reminder that beauty blooms in spite of thorns. Finding bicycle trailheads in the past has proven a challenge, and this time was no exception. The official guide, Bicycle Indiana, does not always show exact locations. I recommend stopping at Welcome Centers for up-to-date information. With their help, we located the beginning of this 62-mile rail-trail to Muncie, cycling partway on a mostly wooded, paved trail. Thanks to Greenways Foundation and the Hoosier Rails to Trails Council for these trails that benefit all Hoosiers.

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Food topped our weekend experience with excellent fare from the Molina family’s establishments. Galo’s Italian Grill delighted us in a Tuscan-inspired atmosphere with handcrafted, special selections of Osso Buco, cooked in wine and chicken stock, and Shrimp Risotto. It was food for the soul on a Saturday night. Sunday started with breakfast at 5th Street Coffee & Bagels. A sundried tomato bagel, spread with olive cream cheese, topped with bacon, and served with Colombian Supreme, provided energy for cycling and an architectural walking tour of historic Richmond. The staff at Old Richmond Inn perfectly prepared and served late Sunday lunch of Chicken Piccata. Serving fine food for 26 years, prepared by their world-renowned chef, Galo Molina, earned them “Worth the Drive,” one of 25 top restaurant destinations by Indianapolis Monthly magazine. Satisfied in body, soul and spirit, the drive across the serene countryside sealed our peace, at least until Monday morning. Frieda Dowler, Johnson County resident of 35 years, wife of Bruce and owners of The Color Café Salon, published author of The New World Kingdom of Heaven and America - Land of the Brave, friedadowlerbooks.com.

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WISE STEWARDSHIP BRINGS ADDED SECURITY, SPACE & UPDATES Writer / Amanda Ennis . Photographer / James Eichelman

Prudent and careful planning can make it possible to modernize and improve our community’s schools without burdening the taxpayers. In fact, the Center Grove Community School Corporation is currently undergoing a $42 million renovation and expansion to multiple school buildings, and it is doing so without a tax increase. Project: Safety, Security and Stewardship commenced this spring and will be completed in 2016. The project is divided into three phases: Phase One—safety and security updates to all schools Phase Two—facility updates/additions to Center Grove Elementary and North Grove Elementary Phase Three—facility updates to Center Grove High School

Phase One—Safety & Security With the safety and security of each student and staff member in mind, Phase One of the project will create a secure entrance in all schools. This entrance will include a secure vestibule at the main entrance that will funnel all guests through the main office area before doors are unlocked to grant access to an approved destination. The district’s newest school, Maple Grove, was built with this feature; the other seven schools were not. Another new security feature in all of the elementary and middle schools will be a kiosk that scans driver’s licenses called Lobby Guard. When visitors enter the main office area, they will insert their license into the kiosk. It will then scan their license and instantly produce a background check and possible alert. Assistant Superintendent Dr. Bill Long shares, “We need a safe and secure environment

for learning to take place. Our secure entries, license scan, police department and narcotics dog all play a part in making staff and students feel secure.” Secure entrances were built and completed at Sugar Grove Elementary School, Center Grove Middle School Central and Center Grove Middle School North this summer. Pleasant Grove Elementary School’s main office is currently being renovated, and its secure entrance will be finished this fall at the completion of the office renovation. The secure entrance at Center Grove Elementary is scheduled for completion over the upcoming Christmas break. North Grove’s secure entrance is scheduled to be completed around the start of the 2015-2016 school year. Center Grove High School will add secure entrances at both the main entrance off Morgantown Road and at the Hall of Excellence entrance on the east side of the school. The completion date for these secure high school entrances has not been finalized.

Phase Two—Elementary Renovations & Expansions Phase Two of the project focuses on building updates and expansions at North Grove Elementary and Center Grove Elementary. Construction on these projects began June 2. At NGES and CGES, each building will receive infrastructure improvements including a renovation and expansion to the main office with a secure entrance vestibule addition, renovation of the old office and cafeteria area, restroom renovations, construction of a new bus parking lot, upgraded electrical and data systems, new hallway finishes, and a new fire protection system. Classrooms at both schools will also receive updated finishes that include new wall coverings, cubbies, shelving, storage areas, whiteboards and carpet.

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Each school will also receive a new geothermal HVAC system scheduled for completion this fall. A geothermal system takes water and circulates it through a loop of pipes that wind through ground water to either cool it (in the summer) or warm it (in the winter), utilizing the constant temperature from the ground. It eliminates the need for natural gas to heat the air or electricity to power large chillers to cool it down. Center Grove Facilities Engineer Dave Statler shares, “The change to a geothermal HVAC system was driven by air quality concerns. This new system will provide the schools more consistent temperature and delivery of outside air. We made this choice also because it will help lower the district’s energy costs in the future.”

Challenges both elementary schools will face over the next school year include teachers moving their students and materials to temporary sites while classrooms receive their facelift. All classes will be held in temporary sites for a period of two to four weeks. At North Grove, art and music will be moved out of their rooms and taught from a cart. The art and music classrooms will become the temporary sites used by teachers and students whose rooms are being renovated. At CGES, these temporary classes will be housed in the gymnasium, which means the school’s physical education teacher will not have access to a gym for many months. Alternate ways of providing for P.E. have been created for this school year.

In both elementary schools, the gymnasiums are being moved from the center of the buildings where they currently adjoin the cafeteria to the outside of the buildings. This re-design also helps ensure safety and security, as outside groups that rent the gyms on weekends and evenings will now only have access to the gym. In each building, these gymnasium relocations will make room for the expansion of the current cafeterias. With larger cafeteria lines and eating space, both schools can serve more students at one time.

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In total, North Grove will add 14,208 square feet of space that will afford the school the above-mentioned gym and additional kindergarten classrooms. North Grove’s primary playground will also be relocated as part of this project. Center Grove Elementary School’s additional 16,700 square feet will come in the form of a new gymnasium and four new classrooms. The four new classrooms were originally a project planned for the future. Because this project came in under budget, however, the corporation was able to add the classrooms to the current project.

For Center Grove Elementary, it’s been close to 15 years since the school has seen an update. CGES’ enrollment has continued to grow, and it currently has the second largest elementary student population in the district with an enrollment of 730 students. As there continues to be steady growth, instructional space in the building is at a premium. Principal Bruce Haddix shares, “We look forward to being able to recapture some student areas such as a science lab, a large group instruction room, a place for our PTO to work, an enlarged cafeteria and four new classrooms. Every nook and cranny in our building is currently being used for students in some manner, and it will be a positive change to have appropriate spaces where students can learn and grow.”

“Patience, Coffee and Lots of Chocolate!” With the challenges that come with facing a major building construction project during the school year, Haddix shares that his staff plans to face each day with flexibility, patience and lots of coffee and chocolate.

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Mr. Haddix also looks forward to the opportunities this project will provide the students, even this school year. “Teachers at CGES plan to incorporate the construction process into their lessons and enjoy an unusual, real-life experience as we watch it unfold before our eyes. Students need to understand how the workers are using what they learned in school to make our renovations happen. Don’t be surprised if we’re out there “measuring” for our new gym, calculating how much larger the cafeteria needs to be and how many rolls of wall covering will be needed for each classroom. What a wonderful opportunity for CGES students.” Construction at both elementary schools is scheduled to run through September 2015.

Phase Three—Renovation of Center Grove High School Phase Three of the project shifts the focus to Center Grove High School. Along with the addition of two secure entrances, planned renovations also include relocating the main office from its current location in the center of the building to the school’s main entrance. The school will also gain a renovated media center, a student commons area through the center of the building, renovated science labs, upgrades to finishes and ADA (American Disabilities Act) restroom upgrades throughout the building. Construction for this phase is scheduled to begin this October after it receives final approval from the school board. It is scheduled to be completed in late 2016.

residents of the proposed project, there was no strong voice of opposition. With the elementary projects being under $10 million per building, and the high school project being under $20 million, the project did not require a referendum vote and could move forward. Dr. Long shares, “The School Board has done a great job of managing the corporation’s debt and trying to plan for new projects ahead. As old debt comes off our books, we’re able to do what needs to be done without increasing our debt. Through strategic planning, we recommended to the board that safety and security was a top priority. Financially, we knew we were in a position to address the safety and security issues and do much of the needed renovation of the two elementary buildings and the high school. Obviously, no one gets too upset when you don’t have to raise taxes. Ultimately, through our two-year-long strategic planning sessions, we really showed a great need. We did a thorough assessment on all of the buildings and consulted parents and staff in all buildings. When you show the need, there are fewer questions about the validity of the proposal.” Center Grove Elementary School parent Tricia Garrett contributes this final thought: “Our building is definitely in need of an update, added classroom space and a new gym. The thing I am looking forward to the most is the renovation of every classroom. My third grader can’t wait to move to the gym for two weeks while his room is under construction. It’s going to be a long process, but looking forward, I know that the newly renovated building will be a wonderful blessing for the CGES community.”

Prudent Stewardship The idea of stewardship is central to this entire project because while there were major improvements, expansions and capacity issues that needed to be addressed in multiple buildings, Center Grove addressed them without going to the district’s tax base and requesting a raise in property taxes. In fact, after a 1028 hearing this past winter that informed interested White River Township

Amanda Ennis and her husband, Dave, have lived in the Center Grove area since 2001. She is a mom to three elementary-age kids, Chase, Jill and Kara. For the past seven years, Amanda has participated in and served in Bible Study Fellowship. She recently began working at Crabapple Creek Country Day School.

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“It was mind boggling. I wasn’t used to being in an environment so toxic....I didn’t know what to do.”

Wright quickly connected her mentee with friends in Jordanne’s college town. Then Wright began regular face-to-face visits, even though it meant driving more than 100 miles each way. How could she turn her back on her student—her young friend, a longtime mentee, who felt like family?

Hearing these sentiments from her freshman college student friend, the student’s longtime gymnastics coach, Vicki Wright, was stunned. This simple and unexpected beginning, of being a listening ear, grew into a pattern of mentoring her young gymnastics protégés The girl further explained her introduction to college life. “The when they entered college. By the summer of 2012, it became clear drinking, the partying, people sleeping around” was not what that this had become a full-time ministry. There were seven young Indianapolis native Jordanne expected. After gaining a full college women by then and young men asking for the same, personalized, scholarship for her athletic abilities, leaving the urban-influenced loving attention. (Those young men have one mentor who has life behind had sounded good. Now, instead of daily family and stepped forward.) Wright gathered the girls together weekly for church support, Jordanne took it on the chin from her teammates. Bible study and life choices talks that summer. She did not want to participate in a party lifestyle. After all, she was a trained athlete and a dedicated Christian. Wise, sacrificial choices - Name Calling had been part of her upbringing and were reinforced since she was a What should we call this ministry? “Transitions!” the girls little girl through her coach/mentor Wright. said. “We’re all going through transitions. You said it yourself.” But Jordanne admitted, “I didn’t know what to do.”

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Current Center Grove resident Wright began to observe a problem with the young women she had mentored for 12 to 17 years through Indianapolis urban gymnastics ministries. They began to struggle when entering college. Jordanne’s crisis appeared within weeks as her volleyball teammates were also her roommates. They took personal offense at her faith and lifestyle choices for a worldview that did not align with their own.

Thus, Transitions Mentoring Ministry came into being (TransitionsMentoringMinistry.org).

“Mentoring is that deep, ingrained friendship that’s just there, that you can just depend on. Helping you through your struggles, sometimes just by listening, or giving good advice or wisdom when it’s needed,” said Jordanne. “She [Wright] really pushed me to get involved with a lot of Christian activities, such as Bible studies. They really just helped wash away all of that negative attacking. It reminded me of what I was used to with the good, stable Christian foundation that I came from.”

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Practical help for Transitions Mentoring Ministry has come from myriad sources. A key one has been from First Baptist Church of Greenwood. On the first Monday of August for the last two years, the church in downtown Greenwood has graciously opened their doors for Transitions Mentoring Ministry to hold a fundraising variety show called “Evening of Hope.”

survey, 85 percent of college students said they were going through drama or stress. Who are they turning to?” As parents, he added, “We can’t be all things for our children. There may be times they don’t want to talk to Mom and Dad. Mentors can reinforce our Christ-centered values. That is vital to our children and to our society.”

Pastor Tom Bridges wanted to continue to add to the outreach opportunities for his members. Members already serve on boards for local food pantries, work with Habitat for Humanity and regularly support missionaries. This was a new opportunity. “It was a great experience last year,” notes Pastor Bridges. “We had no trouble getting volunteers.”

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Church volunteers dove in and invested many hours to make sure the event was a success both years. Interestingly, First Baptist is not the home church for Wright, nor for any of the Transitions board members or any of the college mentees.

This year, professional auctioneer Thomas Wilson volunteered his energetic talents to sell donated auction items. “I met this lady [nodding toward Wright] at a garage sale peddling her goods to help this fine organization.” Wright offered to hire him for free. He agreed. At “Evening of Hope,” Wilson told the crowd he had blinked back tears while listening to the early part of the program. “I’m not a churchgoer, but I’m here tonight.”

In addition to talented musicians and dancers drawn from among the mentored young women (mentees), guest speakers have brought insight and challenging thoughts.

In 2013, Dr. Lydia Ferrell, the mother of IU basketball standout Yogi Ferrell, shared the dramatic story of overcoming heartbreaking obstacles while she grew up in Indianapolis. She exerted great focus in faith in order to gain an education and is now a local specialist in her medical field.

His enthusiasm worked so well that one man almost got in big trouble. He kept bidding for a Colts football signed by Coach Chuck Pagano. - Former Colts Player Helps Past Colts player and former Chicago Bears Chaplain, Ray McElroy, Higher…and higher. Finally, the other bidder offered the highest price. “Whew!” said the losing bidder. “My marriage was just saved.” a talking dynamo, shared part of his life journey. How does a high school football player whose team loses every game get a college A second not-for-profit founder also came both years to support scholarship? Then, how does he draw the attention of the NFL Transitions Mentoring Ministry. Contemporary Christian artist while at a small Illinois University? McElroy gives God credit. He Julie Nickell drove from Cincinnati to perform her rousing songs. played defensive back six years in the NFL: 1995-1999 with the She uses the income from her CD sales online and at concerts to Colts, 2000 with Chicago and 2001 with the Detroit Lions. fund an outreach to vulnerable girls in her area (JulieNickell.com). He also tripped over what he did not know. Within two years of leaving the NFL, he had to file for bankruptcy. His marriage to Michelle nearly - Mentees Shine failed. He said during the program, “Vicki, I needed you 25 years ago!” Not to be outdone, longtime mentee Pearl Scott, a 2014 IU graduate and promising singer/songwriter, carried the message of McElroy now says, “I’ve come to the conclusion mentoring is hope through her personal performances as well as through the what works.” He and his wife own a Chicago-based business song she wrote for all the mentees to sing and dance. Last year Pearl (raymcelroy.com) and are co-founders of a not-for-profit that helps caught the attention of Celine Dion’s producer. He had her record athletes transition to regular life (arayofhopeonearth.org). two songs he wrote for her. (Maybe someday Transitions will be auctioning off Pearl’s signed recordings.) He also wonders where he’d be if he’d had a mentor in high school and college. As a father of four, McElroy notes that parents and Does all this mentoring really help? There are twice as many mentors are needed the most when kids get older. “In a recent mentees this year as last year. Jordanne graduated and spent her next year playing professional volleyball in Europe. She said those times with “Miss Vicki,” as Wright is lovingly called, “really put me Transitions mentees singing the Ray McElroy back on track and knowing this is how I want to live my life.” theme song at Evening of Hope Tia Nielsen is a freelance writer living in Greenwood who specializes in feature profiles and loves music, history and her grandchildren. You can reach her at Tia@tiaconnects.com.

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If school’s out and work is still on, where do the kids go? The Greenwood area has a number of childcare options for parents who don’t have the vacation days to match the new balanced calendar schedules a number of local schools have adopted. So, whether your child gets one or two weeks off for traditional school holidays, check out these options for camp and daycare during school break. You may be surprised to find that you have a variety of options for children of all ages. Still on a traditional schedule? You’re in luck! Those breaks fall within the same couple of weeks, so most of these options are available to you as well.

Mount Pleasant Christian Church offers three weeks of camp during the balanced calendar school year. Children ages 2 years through 5th grade can attend Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Camp is offered both weeks during balanced calendar fall break and the first week of balanced calendar spring break. There is no camp offered during winter break. Cost is $65 per week. Activities include messy, fun activities, worship time and Bible lessons.

Fall & Spring Fun Days at Mount Pleasant Christian Church 381 N. Bluff Rd. Greenwood, IN 46142 317-881-6775 mpcc.info

Greenwood Christian Church offers services for children ages 6 weeks through 6th grade. In addition to providing daycare, a full-service preschool and elementary school through 6th grade, the center offers camp during balanced calendar school breaks and enrichment classes in the mornings. Camp hours are from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m Monday through Friday. Prices are $45 for one day, $75 for two days, $100 for three days and $130 for 4 or 5 days a week. Parents may also enroll children in enrichment classes from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. or 9 a.m. to noon each day. Children who are not enrolled in camp are welcome to sign up for enrichment classes separately. A before- and after-school program is also available for children who attend the center’s school and for those who attend other local schools, but transportation is not provided.

Greenwood Christian Church 2045 Averitt Rd. Greenwood, IN 46143 317-881-9970 gcschool.com

Rainbow Child Care Centers in Central Indiana and Greenwood offer camp for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old for balanced calendar and traditional school breaks, snow days, delayed starts and early releases. Costs vary by age and the township in which a child attends. Daily activities include learning and exploring in a classroom setting with teachers and peers, as well as physical activity in the center’s gymnasium and outdoor playground. The center offers summer camp and before and after school programming, which includes homework help and community service projects, as well as the five key areas of learning. The center is open Monday through Friday from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Rainbow Child Care Center 3438 W. Smith Valley Rd. Greenwood, IN 46142 317-885-5900 rainbowccc.com

Saints Francis and Clare Catholic School offers Wolf Adventures Camp during balanced calendar fall, spring and summer breaks. Each individual week of camp has its own theme, and all activities, crafts and games are loosely based around that theme. All camps include indoor and outdoor activities, along with both physical and mental activities, which include Core Activities and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Challenges each day. If possible, the center takes children off-site to field trips that are related to the week’s theme. Last year, the camp visited a fudge shop in Brown County for Willy Wonka week. Wolf Adventures is open to anyone ages three through 8th grade. Children must be potty trained to attend. Rates vary.

Wolf Adventures Camp, Saints Francis & Clare Catholic School 5901 Olive Branch Road Greenwood, IN 46143 317-215-2826 ssfcschool.org http://bit.ly/1vFshug

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Baxter YMCA School’s Out Camp 7900 S. Shelby St. Indianapolis, IN 46227 317-881-9347 indymca.org/baxter

IUPUI Sport Complex is offering its first spring break camp this school year during the weeks of March 24 and March 31, 2015. The camp is open to children ages 5 through 12 and will offer science activities, crafts, swim lessons, camp games and sports. Full- and part-time rates are available. Register early to receive a discount and use the code SPR15 for 15 percent off.

IUPUI Sports Complex Spring Camp 420 University Blvd. Indianapolis, IN 46202 camps.iupui.edu

The Greenwood Parks and Recreation Department offers Vacation Station for school-aged children at the Greenwood Community Center. Vacation Station is available for children in 1st through 6th grades. Register for the full break or individual days. Children will participate in a variety of crafts, games and activities that are both fun and challenging. The program runs Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with early sign-in and late sign-out options available. Early sign-in begins at 6:30 a.m. Late sign-out ends at 6:30 p.m. The program is limited to 20 children.

Greenwood Parks & Rec. Department 300 S. Madison Ave. Greenwood, IN 46142 317-887-5000 parks@greenwood.in.gov bit.ly/GCN_GreenwoodVacationStation

Honey Grove Extended Care offers Intermission (fall and spring breaks) and summer camps for kindergarten through middle-school–aged children. Activities are learningbased and include weekly themes. Camps are designed so that kids have several choices and all sorts of interests to choose from within their groups. Field trips are also planned throughout the breaks so kids have variety and can visit different places based on their theme. The cost varies based on attendance; the more days the child is enrolled, the lower the cost. It is $165 a week or $550 a month for full-time. This includes a snack, water bottle and T-shirt. Hours are from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Honey Grove also offers before- and after-school care at Center Grove schools.

Honey Grove Educational Center 1709 S. State Rd. 135 Greenwood, IN 46143 317-887-5500 honeygrove.info@gmail.com honeygroveeducation.com

La Petite Academy offers camps for children ages 5 through 12 during fall, winter, spring and summer breaks. They are also available during teacher conferences, inclement weather and half days. You can purchase prepaid cards in five-day increments through your school, and each is good for one full year. There is no limit to how many days you can purchase in advance. There is no registration fee at the time of purchase or when you use the service. After completing the enrollment paperwork, just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot. Children will be able to complete homework and participate in group activities and crafts. Before- and afterschool programs are also available.

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KinderCare Learning Centers offer School Break Solutions for winter, spring and summer breaks. Childcare options are offered for ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Days are filled with preschool- and school-age learning activities. Options are also available for flex schedules.

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s you approach a barn located just southwest of downtown Bargersville, you often will hear the high-pitched whine of power saws, the purr of electric drills and the ring of hammer striking nail. You will also likely hear the cheerful banter of people working hard at a labor of love and compassion for their fellow man. These are the sounds of the Johnson County chapter of Servants at Work (SAWs), a mission-oriented organization aimed at liberating people confined to their homes due to disabilities.

Anyone who has further interest in supporting this effort or becoming a volunteer may contact Terry Doty at 317-319-9332 or the First Christian Church of Bargersville office at 317-422-5701.

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The United Link The Johnson County chapter is the outgrowth of a need encountered by Terry Doty, a member of First Christian Church of Bargersville, during the United Way Day of Caring flood relief work in 2010. A ramp was needed for a young boy with muscular dystrophy in Greenwood. Unfortunately, the United Way lacked the needed resources at that time, and workers were unavailable. The Muscular Dystrophy Foundation connected Terry to leadership of the Marion County SAWs chapter, and after discussion, they agreed to provide materials and two leaders for the project if Terry could come up with the remaining workers. Terry found 20 volunteers from his own church along with Mount Olive Lutheran Church, Bluff Creek Christian Church and Saints Francis & Clare Catholic Church, and with that arrangement the project was completed. More importantly, the fire of passion for this ministry had been stoked in Terry, who in turn passed it on to men in his church and others nearby. Terry met with men from these churches, describing the ministry, and in 2011, with some guidance from the Marion County group, the Johnson County SAWs was chartered as an official entity.

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Funded by a grant from the Johnson County Community Foundation, as well as the First Christian Church of Bargersville, Mount Olive Lutheran Church, and the Thrivent Community Foundation, the group constructed 10 ramps in their first year of existence.

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This pre-build and install method allows volunteers to work on aspects of the project that match their skill levels, physical capabilities and time availability, all important aspects of a successful volunteer effort. Mike Squier points out that “all skill levels are welcome” on any project.

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At one build activity at a small bungalow in Greenwood, four green T-shirted SAWs leaders provided guidance to the installation volunteers. Volunteer workers that day were eight youth and one adult leader from Spectrum Youth Ministry. The Spectrum youth actually are a return group of volunteers, having worked on pre-build activity at the construction barn in 2013.

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‘X’ marks the spot for the coveted treasure. Ever since we were kids, we all knew that spot was where the hidden treasure awaited. The treasure could be anything our minds imagined. For those of us heading into our golden years, or semi-retirement age, the treasure hunt may lead to a quaint little community within the college town of Franklin. Nestled between the town and its rural cornfields lies a secret hidden gem called the Franklin United Methodist Community (FUMC), one of Indiana’s finest retirement destinations. Here, the finds are endless. For 57 years, the FUMC has advocated for and served older adults with high-quality housing. Its campus today stands as a testament to the ever-changing lifestyles of

seniors and what they desire. With nearly 200 lovely independent homes, 150 studio, oneand two-bedroom assisted living apartments, accommodations for 24/7 nursing care and even specialized areas for memory care, this not-for-profit continues to carry out their mission of providing a retirement experience filled with well-being and wholeness. At the heart of the 120-acre campus of this faith-based community, the main lobby brings back the charm of the grand old hotels of yesteryear, with its spacious entry and seating areas. Here you can leisurely spend time catching up with friends or drift away in a good book’s adventures. The expansive dining room entertains the taste buds of 600 residents, three times daily, with menu choices for every dietary craving. It’s a great place to celebrate your birthday or take unexpected guests who arrive at your cottage home or apartment.

The treasure chest overflows with activities for residents of the FUMC. The indoor heated pool at the clubhouse boasts of free swims, water games and water aerobics. The wellness center furnishes state-of-theart fitness equipment, along with exercise classes such as Gentle Pilates, Tai Chi and Balance, to name a few. For art enthusiasts, the campus provides book discussions and such classes as gardening, sculpting and painting, along with movie time and vocal music expression through Chapel Choir Practice and Hymn Sings. And, of course, it would not be Indiana without Euchre, Bridge and Bingo. FUMC also provides services on campus including a bank, beauty salon, general store and post office. Residents can stay involved in their hobbies with a well-equipped wood shop, an art studio, a ceramics room and a greenhouse.

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Many residents also participate in travel programs that include day trips throughout Indiana, or longer excursions such as Branson, Alaska, or even a trip down the Rhine in Europe. They leave the worries of their home or apartment to the FUMC maintenance staff and enjoy the hosting of their trips by an FUMC Activity Director. And who could turn down a mystery trip? FUMC residents (without being told the destination) have boarded their bus and been known to show up at the Indianapolis Symphony, Nashville in Brown County or the Indiana State Fair. No matter where these active older adults travel or the length of the excursion, at the end of a day, it is always nice to return home. For FUMC independent seniors living in a ranch or patio home, there’s no grass to cut, drips to fix or snow to shovel. For those who reside in an apartment, there’s housekeeping provided, meals offered in one of 15 dining rooms and the health clinic available to stay up on their medications or treatments. There is 24/7 emergency care available for every resident of the community, whether living in an independent home, apartment or care area. Now, that is what some folks would call a treasure find: fun diversions, no worries and a sense of security!

But wait: what if one of the residents needs to be hospitalized or have a knee replacement? There’s the convenience of Johnson Memorial Health across the street, and other well-known health systems nearby including Community, Franciscan St. Francis and IU Health. If your hospitalization requires a follow-up or rehab, then FUMC can help. They have an amazing rehab area that helps strengthen and return folks to their previous lifestyle. That’s their goal—patch them up and get them back home. And they have the results to prove it! It’s no wonder that their Executive Director, Keith B. Van Deman, meets with every new staff member for orientation and provides the following direction: “Our job is to give our residents and rehab guests the very best day of their lives…today! Each of us gets just one day at a time, and our customer service and care is all about making it a great day, right now. For some, it might not even be the whole day, but it could be their best morning, or afternoon, or lunch hour, or the 15 minutes we give them joy through something they like to do. That is truly our calling. And when our shift is over, then we come back tomorrow and do it all over again.”

As the seasons of life change, the ‘X’ on the spot of the treasure will always remain on FUMC, making transitions easier. A continuing care retirement community, FUMC has heard the needs of seniors, offering a wide array of lifestyle options to consider: • Assisted Living Apartment • Skilled Nursing and Short-Term Rehabilitation • Long-term Care • Memory Care: Early, Mid- and Advanced Stage in three separate locations, to accommodate Alzheimer’s and other dementias As an active senior, if the treasure you wish for includes a retirement experience filled with well-being and wholeness among caring and loving friends, you need to look no further than Franklin United Methodist Community.

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METHODIST SPORTS MEDICINE MOVING TO GREENWOOD Writer / Dann Veldkamp

Early next year, Methodist Sports Medicine will open a facility that brings new services to southside residents. The facility will be located on West County Line Road and will integrate physicians, physical therapists, pain management and chiropractic services. Peter Sallay, MD, president of Methodist Sports Medicine, says the organization will provide services that “complement orthopedic services currently available in the area and will bring in sub-specialties that are under-represented on the south side.” One such specialty is a Mayo Clinic–trained physician who performs “hip preservation surgery.” This innovative therapy is designed to minimize the need for more invasive hip replacement surgery. Also on staff is a doctor with nearly 40 years’ experience in athletic orthopedic surgery, including working with the Colts and a variety of university sport teams. Dr. Sallay says there will be access to procedures that otherwise would require a visit to the north side of Indianapolis—for example, arthroscopic hip procedures. Now patients can see their doctor, have the procedure performed and participate in any necessary follow-up physical therapy in a single southside location.

therapy and chiropractic services into the same office space enhances communication between the doctors and others. Better, faster communication results in improved patient care.

In early 2015, Methodist Sports Medicine will move from its current location at 8820 S. Meridian St. into a new 38,000-squarefoot office park at 1401 W. County Line Rd. The new orthopedic sports medicine complex will feature: • Extended hours, same-day-appointment acute injury clinic Beyond the expertise that will come with the new location, the • Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. – 5 facility itself is designed with the patient in mind. The flow of p.m. patients through the office allows them to obtain the needed • Saturday hours for same-day-appointment acute injury clinic services in a timely manner. In addition, the integration of physical • Advanced MRI suite featuring 3.0T Magnetic Imaging

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comfort,” says Dr. Sallay. “With this technology, our patients will experience fast, comfortable exams and fewer re-scans. It’s a winwin for our patients and clinicians.”

System • Back–Spine Pain Management • Physical Therapy • Chiropractic Care • DME [Braces, Boots, Splints, Crutches] The extended hours will allow patients to request appointments after hours and receive treatment for acute injuries on Saturday. In addition to the advanced medical capabilities and the integration of multiple disciplines, the office will also feature the latest in technology. One example is in the area of magnetic resonance imaging, or MRI. The facility will house the firstever digital broadband magnetic resonance system: the Ingenia 3.0T from Philips Healthcare. “It gives our radiologists and orthopedic surgeons access to the high-quality images they need to make informed diagnoses and to provide patients with optimal

Methodist Sports Medicine brings significant expertise to the south side. Their group comprises the official team physicians of the NFL’s Indianapolis Colts, as well as many high school, college and other professional teams. All of the group’s orthopedic surgeons are board certified and leaders in new technologies, procedures and research. For more information, you can visit methodistsports.com.

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Along with the Greater Greenwood Community Band, participating in the event were the Crossroads Brass Band from Franklin; Terre Haute Community Band from Terre Haute; Zionsville Concert Band from Zionsville; Indianapolis Symphonic Band from Indianapolis; Lake Area Community Band from Syracuse, Indiana; Indiana Wind Symphony from Carmel; and the Bloomington Community Band from Bloomington. The morning started with a pancake breakfast, and concluded with a mass band of 200 musicians playing “Stars and Stripes Forever,” conducted by Bill Kisinger, from Purdue University. For information on upcoming events, visit their web site greenwoodband.com or email ggcband@gmail.com.

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The sixth annual event, sponsored by Central Indiana Ford Dealers, is Sept. 20 and 21 at Fort Harrison State Park in Indianapolis, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days. Admission is free, as are parking and all activities. Cooke attended the first event in 2009 with the goal of learning about fly-fishing. He took a brief lesson and was hooked. He followed up with professional lessons from Patti Beasley of Reel Women-Reel Men fly club in Indianapolis. He now fishes the White River in Central Indiana for panfish and Brookville Lake’s tailwaters on the Whitewater River in southeastern Indiana for trout.

Although fly-fishing is not part of this year’s event, about 50 other outdoor activities will be offered by some 120 grassroots organizations. All activities take place in the 1,700-acre state park. Activities available will range from archery to mountain biking and more.

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PROJECT PINK 2014 FASHION WITH A PURPOSE Writer / Janet C. Striebel Photographer / Toni Folzenlogel

You are invited to the 3rd Annual Project Pink Fashion Show, which is runway-ready. This fundraiser for Susan G. Komen® Central Indiana is Thursday, Sept. 18. This year, the show is moving to a new venue—City Market in downtown Indy. Doors open at 6 p.m. with appetizers, desserts and cash bar at Tomlinson Tap Room with access to shopping. A limited number of VIP tickets are available for purchase. VIP tickets allow guests to attend an exclusive meet-and-greet cocktail hour and more. Go to komenindy. org/project-pink to purchase tickets and see details.

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The fashion show begins at 7:30 p.m., and features newly created apparel made from repurposed Race for the Cure® T-shirts. Each unique piece has been designed by students from The Art Institute of Indianapolis. The T-shirts aren’t the only regenerated materials. This year, committee members have constructed distinctive decorations from posters, adding a more creative flair to this upscale experience.

Central Indiana. “This allows us to put all our funds raised toward our mission to end breast cancer. Of donations received, 75 percent of net proceeds stay in Central Indiana to fund lifesaving breast screenings, treatment assistance and survivor support to underinsured and uninsured Hoosiers; while 25 percent of net proceeds are invested in international research seeking causes, improved treatments and cures for breast cancer.” There will be a new panel of judges this year that will select the winning design including long snapper Matt Overton from the Indianapolis Colts and Helen Wells of the Helen Wells Agency. Also models will have a chance to win a popular vote by soliciting $1 donations from friends and family members in the audience. “We changed our venue this year in hopes to grow this event,” Schmitz said. “We wanted to expand the appeal to a broader audience. We’re excited to have City Market, an exceptional setting with a modern, chic, urban feel that captures a new look for Project Pink.” Live entertainment will be provided by DJ Gabby Love with Crush Entertainment. The emcee will be Tom Britt, founder and publisher of Geist and Fishers Community Newsletters.

The models are local survivors, co-survivors and celebrities such as Pippa Mann, who ran a pink car in the Indianapolis 500 this year Project Pink has raised more than $20,000 to partner with Komen to help raise money for Komen Central Indiana in the past two and awareness. years and has touched the lives of many local breast cancer survivors. In July, Komen “Since we do not have a budget for Project held an open call for survivors interested in Pink, we rely on in-kind donations to make modeling for Project Pink. They submitted this event happen,” said Sarah Schmitz, stories and reasons why they wanted to walk Operations Manager of Susan G. Komen on the runway. TOWNEPOST MEDIA NETWORK / SEPTEMBER 2014 / TownePost.com

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One survivor, Jennifer Spees, expressed her interests and passion for the event. “I will celebrate five months cancer free on Aug. 19,” Spees said. “I was 44 when diagnosed, in the best shape of my life, as I was training for my first marathon. I had no history of breast cancer, and my genetic testing was negative. I have two daughters who now know a great deal about breast cancer and are advocates for a cure. They were two of my biggest cheerleaders throughout chemo, surgery and radiation. Having cancer, I knew I had to show them that you can do anything and be strong doing it! I would love to teach the girls another life lesson, that no matter how tall or how

much hair you have, you can be a model and be proud of yourself. I would like to be considered for the Project Pink Fashion show to send a message to my girls and the world you can do anything. Never give up.” “It is stories like this one that encourage and inspire us to make Project Pink bigger and better every year,” Schmitz said. Janet C. Striebel is a Fishers resident and freelance writer. She and her husband, Doug, have three children: Ryan, Jessica and Justin. She has been writing for atGeist.com for more than seven years and claims that the best part is meeting all the interesting people in her community.

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“Dancing with the Johnson County Stars” premier event promises to put the FUN in Fun-draising! An evening of glamour and entertainment, with a little humor on the side, will be presented by eight Johnson County non-profit organizations. Get your glitz on and join in at the historic Artcraft Theatre in Franklin on September 26 and 27 at 7 p.m.

Getting to the Soul The reality show Dancing with the Stars has inspired fundraisers to bring their game to a whole new level. Barb Miller, event coordinator, compares traditional Brent Corey, President Sizemore Insurance Agency dancing for Interchurch Food Pantry, fundraising events to “watching someone strikes a pose with his dance partner Leah Drobot. examine belly button lint.” But not this one. Donors want to feel good about their 6 News? Or can the ladies of the evening, donations, not only in their spirit but in their early, prompting the organizers to add a Rose Hyde, senior community volunteer, soul. And dancing and music get to the soul. second night. Carla Taylor, Johnson Memorial Hospital, or Stephanie Wagner, PNC Bank, top the It’s no secret that non-profit organizations It Takes More than High Steppin’ performances by the guys? benefit our community. But what is a secret, Prepare to be dazzled by volunteer dancers sometimes, is how they manage to operate. from Johnson County. They have been hand It’s going to take more than dancing to be It takes money, and that money comes selected (or roped into it) by each of the declared the winner. Whichever dancer, along from donations. Barb’s vision is to raise participating agencies. If you want to know with his broad network, can generate the most $100,000 total for this ground-level event, what Aaron Beasley, Emmanuel Church, donations will be declared the winner. Not to be divided among eight participating has in common with Johnson County only will they have to dance, they must have agencies. If you buy your $20 ticket for Judge Mark Loyd, come see for yourself. a voice in the community for the agency they Friday night’s event, they will likely exceed Can Greenwood Councilman Brent Corey their goal. Saturday, results night, sold out compare with Rafael Sanchez from Channel are representing for the event. atCenterGrove.com / SEPTEMBER 2014 / CENTER GROVE COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER / 49

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• KIC-IT – Helping youth break the cycle of homelessness and promoting independence • The Refuge – Providing a stable source of care for families looking to halt the course of poverty • Youth Connections – Serving at-risk youth through crisis intervention, community education and mentoring • Johnson County Historical Society – Supporting the Johnson County Museum

The Big Idea Now retired, Barb used her knowledge and expertise from a career in sales and marketing to plan a collaborative event, benefiting multiple agencies. She began by identifying non-profit agencies in Johnson County that: • Serve the entire county with their services • Have a strong board • Have a good volunteer base • Possess little fundraising experience She targeted eight agencies that fit the criteria to join in this event. They agreed to one big countywide event, hoping to raise awareness of their individual mission. Each agency will host a tent in the parking lot across from the Artcraft Theatre both evenings. They invite attendees to come early and mingle with the agencies. If you’re interested in community involvement, this would be a good place to find out which agency you connect with. • Franklin Heritage – Historic preservation of the city of Franklin • Gateway Services/Access Johnson County – Providing needed services to the disabled for full community participation and opportunities • Interchurch Food Pantry – Alleviating hunger in Johnson County with a Christian focus • Johnson County Senior Services – Helping seniors maintain their independence with resources, services and referrals

Preparation for this event began a year ago with a vision inspired by volunteers in Terra Haute hosting a similar event. Barb was so impressed that she dedicated her time to develop the infrastructure for this event. Once she organized the event and raised $25,000 from 23 sponsors for the infrastructure, she turned it over to the agencies to generate donations on their behalf. Each agency selected a “dancer” from Johnson County as a representative. They were paired with an instructor from Arthur Murray Studio, whose time was paid for as part of the infrastructure. Instructors taught the contestants two “choreographed routines” for the event. Then each agency generated sponsorship and sold ads in the program. The donations they generate, they keep. Voting has already begun, proving the dancers need more than dancing skills to be declared the winner.

Outside the Box Brent Corey, representing Interchurch Food Pantry, hopes to generate a large number of votes from Greenwood residents. He is a Greenwood City Councilman, president of Sizemore Insurance Agency, and a lifelong Greenwood resident. “I feel privileged to be in on the ground level of this event. It’s been a great experience even though it’s out of my realm.”

He says Rafael Sanchez, representing KIC-IT, is the guy to beat. He seems to have the moves down pat, and Barb has him pegged as a “professional contestant” who has volunteered at other Dancing with the Stars events. The jesting is all in good fun, and Rafael has been challenged to “put the money where his mouth is.” The winner will be declared on the donations raised, not on dancing skills. The coveted “Mirror Ball Trophy” will be awarded Saturday night to the agency that generates the most in donations. Tickets are $20 for the Friday night event. Saturday tickets are sold out. Both events begin at 7 p.m., but come by 6 p.m. to mingle and hear the sounds of live music. Popcorn, soft drinks, wine and beer (no minors allowed) will be available. Free rides on Johnson County Access buses will be available from the Franklin Middle School parking lot. Downtown parking is limited. This is only the beginning of FUN fundraising. Future “Dancing with the Johnson County Stars” events will follow. Year one has generated a lot of excitement and promises to be entertaining as well as beneficial to our entire community. So get your glitz on and your wallet out!

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Brent sees himself as more serious, but one of his routines will show off his “lighter side.” It’s a salsa number, with a merengue 2/4 beat, but he wouldn’t give away the details of his costume. He says he’ll wear it even though he’s not a flashy guy. He admits it’s been fun getting out of his element for a good cause. And after 16 lessons, he will be ready for his performance.

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STEPHANIE WAGNER Manager, PNC Bank Franklin Heritage

AARON BEASLEY Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Director, Emmanuel Church The Refuge

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CARLA TAYLOR Manager of the Emergency Dept., Johnson Memorial Hospital Johnson County Historical Society

BRENT COREY President Sizemore Insurance Agency Interchurch Food Pantry

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This is the final installment of a three-part series on lunching in Greenwood. Earlier, “Business Lunch” and “Lunch on a Budget” were featured. This article highlights spots that are great restaurants for a “Ladies’ Lunch,” an important way to connect with friends in a busy world. Many women only see each other at children’s sporting events or school meetings, but when they take time to meet for lunch, they are able to enjoy a meaningful conversation. Meeting for a “Girls’ Lunch Out” strengthens existing friendships and allows new ones to develop. It only takes an hour or so but pays off dividends in fueling happiness levels, as well as satisfying noontime hunger pangs.

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As the song goes, “Girls just want to have fun,” and Lucero’s is a great place to do it. Situated in a strip center at 4800 W. Smith Valley Rd., its unassuming exterior gives way to a colorful party-like atmosphere inside. Sites such as Yelp and Urban Spoon consistently give it high ratings, and almost everything on the menu is less than $10. There is something about sharing a meal of festive Mexican food that sparks conversation and girl talk. Ladies love margaritas, and the friendly staff here will even whip up a non-alcoholic strawberry version upon request.

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Vino Villa, 200 N. Madison Ave., is a bit more pricey and upscale. Located in a stately old home, the establishment’s beautiful woodwork and floors are worth seeing. The patio is lovely in the summer, but the second floor offers cozy “living room” seating if the weather is rainy or cold. The first floor is devoted to a shop selling wine, cheese, meat, oils, vinegars and gifts. As the name implies, this is a place to enjoy a glass of local or imported wine along with specialty cheeses. Also on the menu are several small plate dishes in addition to wraps and salads. Ordering several items to share with a group is encouraged. 54 / CENTER GROVE COMMUNITY NEWSLETTER / SEPTEMBER 2014 / atCenterGrove.com

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SASSAFRAS TEA ROOM

Just across the street at 229 N. Madison Ave. is the Sassafras Tea Room. This quaint restaurant has a traditional Ladies’ Lunch menu: chicken velvet soup, chicken salad and quiche. In addition, there are several sandwiches and salads. Most items are priced around $10 and portioned for a woman’s lunchtime appetite. Everything is served on pretty flowered china, and the antique cherry furniture enhances the charming atmosphere. A small area displays gift items for sale. Custom cakes, which are baked in-house, can be ordered if the lunch is for a special occasion. A woman may be working full-time or busy managing a home and children, but taking time out to have lunch with the girls sends the message to friends that they are worth connecting with. Greenwood is fortunate to have these diverse restaurants that give lunching ladies a choice.

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Being on the Center Grove High School football team demands hard work, intensity and dedication. There are summers with two grueling practices a day that lead to promising seasons. Coach Moore and staff are proven masters at building championship teams. Yet, there is so much more to the season that goes unseen to the average game attendee. Like every high school sport or activity, it involves parental involvement to help orchestrate everything from fundraising to feeding the team. Having the football team parent label is not for the faint of heart. It also takes hard work and dedication. Football parents support the team, build community, honor traditions and create memorable fun. High school football has a Parents Club that includes a board for leadership. Each class will also have a “Head Mom” who helps to distribute the necessary information and to organize events. The parents meet monthly throughout the off-season for planning. Weekly meetings are held during the football season where that week’s game and events are discussed. Coach Moore will attend to share highlight film and to discuss the upcoming game. Fundraising is a large part of any school activity. The football parents organize and volunteer for the annual Center Grove Craft Fair as just one of the team fundraisers. There is also an event that draws 25 schools from across the state to play seven on seven and participate in lineman challenges. Along with these events, there are the car washes and raffles held to support the senior class in their final CGHS football year. Senior parent Cathy Shiley is enthusiastic and sentimental when asked about being a football parent and all that is involved. The event that is most cherished by the team, parents and coaches is the fundraiser, Camp Ability. The team and CGHS cheerleaders hold a camp for special needs children to learn football and cheerleading

skills. There they have one-on-one teaching and connecting with the children. Shiley says, “[It] really showcases where their hearts are.” When asked about team traditions, Shiley tells of the great fellowship that comes with Friday night home games. Team parents prepare epic tailgating meals that feed the team and then the game crowd. All are welcome. The tailgating party is in the Spirit Pavilion, located at the south end zone. The parents also prepare the field for the team’s game-time entrance by inflating the giant football helmet and starting the crowd-rousing music. After the game, parents flock to the field and encircle the team as Coach Moore delivers a post-game speech. The support goes beyond and deeper than all of the fundraising and game-time traditions. Team moms meet weekly on Wednesdays to pray for their sons and the team. The team fathers meet on Thursdays for their time to pray for the team. It shows the depth of their love for their sons, each other’s sons, coaches and the entire CGHS football family. The CGHS Football Parents Club is a family that creates lasting bonds and endearing memories. They reach out to the community to share in their gridiron season of fun. Football families start from Bantam Days to Senior Recognition Night. There are years of being together outside the huddle with much enjoyment and anticipation in watching the boys grow into men. The Friday nights are about bonding while watching their favorite team. Shiley describes it as a machine that needs tons of work but is certainly worth it. Her advice for freshman parents is to stay involved. “The four years FLY…so hang on and enjoy!” Leigh and her husband, Mike, have called Center Grove their home for 14 years. They chose Center Grove as the ideal place to raise their two children, Eric and Julia. She is an active member of Mount Pleasant Christian Church where she writes an online Bible study.

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4 / TOAST OF THE TOWN

Enjoy a fun evening of wine tasting, food and music. Proceeds benefit Center Grove Schools. 6:30-9:30pm $20/person; $35/couple Mallow Run Winery 6964 W. Whiteland Rd., Bargersville 317-881-9326 ext. 1530 bit.ly/toast-of-the-town

4 p.m. Free Center Grove Church 2340 N. SR 135 317-535-9007 mark@CenterGroveChurch.org CenterGroveChurch.org

Southwood Assembly of God 8700 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis 317-888-5683 admin@southwoodassembly.org bit.ly/sa_family_day

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Pay It Forward Johnson County is an annual golf fundraising event made possible by the generosity of The Legends Golf Club, one of Indiana’s premiere golf courses. Proceeds from the event are divided among participating Johnson County not-for-profits. 11 a.m. “18 Hole Foursome: $460 (includes dinner for 4) 18 Hole Individual: $115 (includes dinner for 1)” The Legends Golf Club 2555 N. Hurricane Rd., Franklin 317-738-3434 info@payitforwardjc.com payitforwardjc.com

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Southside Art League Inc. celebrates “50 Years of Art” with a reception at the Greenwood Public Library. The evening includes complementary food, relaxing chamber music, art works throughout the library and a special awards ceremony at 7 p.m. SALI will exhibit the Competitive Membership Show art works for the entire month of September at the library. This is the 23rd season for the competition and has both professional and non-professional divisions. 6-8 p.m. Free Greenwood Public Library 310 S. Meridian St. 317-881-1953 SouthsideArtLeague.org

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This unique road race is run through historic downtown Greenwood along part of the city’s trails system. The event features a combined 5k run and a non-competitive 5k run/walk. Proceeds go toward future expansion of the city’s trails system. Registration accepted at the gate on the date of the 5k. 8 a.m. Greenwood Community Center 100 Surina Way, Greenwood bit.ly/trailtrek

14 / SOUTHWOOD FAMILY FUN FAIR 2014 7 / COMMUNITY HOG ROAST Center Grove Church is hosting a community hog roast. Bring your family, friends and neighbors. Enjoy food, games and meet new friends.

Following our usual Sunday worship experience we will be having a free catered lunch for ALL! Afterwards, join us at German Park, right next door to the church, where there will be games, rides, bouncy houses, prizes and fun! Invite your friends, family and neighborhood! 10:30 a.m. Free

17 / MAZE RUNNER MOVIE RELEASE PARTY Celebrate the release of the movie based on The Maze Runner by James Dashner. We will have trivia, games and food. Will you make it out alive? For grades 5 though 12. 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Free White River Branch Library 1664 Library Blvd., Greenwood 317-885-1330 pageafterpage.org

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Join us for the Central Indiana, Indianapolis Walk to Cure Diabetes. Walk with us to achieve our goal of turning Type One into Type None. Raffling off a 1971 Pontiac GTO courtesy of ADESA’s generosity. Only 750 tickets will be sold, and the price per ticket is $100. If you are interested in purchasing a ticket, please contact JDRF at 317-308-4925. Registration: 9 a.m., Walk 10:30 a.m. Military Park 601 W New York St, Indianapolis 317-308-4925 ehogan@jdrf.org bit.ly/jdrf_walk

11 / PAWS FOR THE CAUSE – DOG WALK & PET FAIR

Live music from KORN COUNTRY 100.3 FM, Raffles, games for kids, K-9 demonstration, pet vendors, food vendors, Lisa Cox Pet Photography, Johnson County Animal Control, Ask the Dog Trainer Booth and lots of fun! All dogs attending the event will have to be wearing a current rabies tag—no exceptions! 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. $30.00 per dog – Donations are tax deductible Westside Park

18 / 3RD ANNUAL PROJECT PINK FASHION SHOW BENEFITING SUSAN G. KOMEN CENTRAL INDIANA Project Pink Fashion Show is a fundraiser featuring repurposed race apparel by the Beau Monde Madams fashion students from The Art Institute of Indianapolis. Purchase tickets in advance online.

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Check out our Grand Opening Specials!

Offer 1 Hometown Checking Account Open a new Hometown Checking account and receive $200,1 Free Online Banking and Bill Pay,2 Free Mobile Banking,3 Free Visa Check Card, Free eStatements, and access to more than 4,000 Alliance ATMs! The $200 bonus is valid for new checking accounts with a qualifying direct deposit. Direct deposit transactions are limited to payroll, Social Security, pension and government benefits. Bonus will be deposited into the new checking account upon account opening. A minimum of $100 is required to open the account, and a minimum of $250 and a direct deposit is required to earn the $200 bonus. The bonus is taxable as interest income. The offer is limited to one per individual. A penalty may be imposed for early closing of account. Business and municipality accounts are not eligible. Offer expires October 31, 2014. 2 Normal internet rates apply. 3 Normal mobile data plan rates apply. Member FDIC 1

Offer 2 13 Month 1.0% APY CD Special You’ll love this special grand opening rate of return! 1

Looking for a better banking experience?

Head for Home! We’re pleased to announce the Grand Opening of our new banking center at 1472 South State Road 135 in Greenwood. HomeBank has been customer-owned, with no stockholders, since 1890. Our mutual institution is a strong and stable financial partner that honors the privilege of serving you. We also believe in giving back to our friends and neighbors. It’s simply part of who we are. We are a community bank in the truest sense of the term. And with that, we’d like to invite you to rediscover community banking. Our neighborly team of banking professionals are dedicated to providing you with full-service banking which includes a complete line of deposit and loan products for personal and business use, free checking, online banking and bill pay, free access to more than 4,000 Alliance ATMs, and more! Plus, don’t miss out on all the great offers to the right. If you’ve been looking for an experienced financial institution that values our community, knows banking, maximizes state-of the-art technology

– it’s time to head for Home!

APY=Annual Percentage Yield. New or existing Hometown Checking account is required to take advantage of this offer. $1,000 minimum deposit required to open. Quarterly interest will be credited to the Hometown checking. Rate is available for a limited time. Substantial penalty for early withdrawal. Public funds, business deposits and deposits over $100,000 are excluded. Offer expires October 31, 2014 and offer is subject to change at any time without notice. Member FDIC

Offer 3 Home Equity Line of Credit We’ll help lighten your loan with these Home Equity Line of Credit special offers Introductory rate 2 as low as 1.99% APR 1 and rates as low as 3.75% APR after first 6 months. 3 APR=Annual Percentage Rate. 2 Your introductory rate might be higher than 1.99% APR depending on your credit history and other factors. Your interest rate will adjust monthly and will be based on an index, which is the Wall Street Journal Prime Rate, plus a margin. The current index is 3.25%. Your interest rate will never be less than 3.25% or more than 18%. You will be charged a processing fee that is equal to 2% of your loan amount, not to exceed $350. There is a $50 annual fee which will be waived in the first year. You will be required to pay the interest on your outstanding balance each month for a period of 10 years. After 10 years you will have to pay off the entire principal balance of your loan plus any accrued interest. Property hazard insurance is required. 80% loan-to-value ratio. 3 3.75% is an example of an APR we have offered during the last 30 days. Your APR at the end of your introductory period will be based on the prime rate, plus a margin which will be determined by your credit rating and other factors. Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender

Offer 4 No Closing Cost 1 Mortgage Loan Are you purchasing a new home? Do you need to refinance? Home Bank has the mortgage for you. 1

Conventional loans only Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender

Stop by and say hello!

HomeBankSB.com CJ Hobson

Trent McWilliams

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Football

WORD SEARCH

Presenter / Gettum Associates, Inc. . Creator / Lucy Stravers

Hidden in the puzzle are words and expressions you could hear while watching a football game. Words may appear in any direction in a straight line.

2. BLITZ

3. BLOCKER

5. CHAINS

6. CHALLENGE

25. LOSS

26. OFFENSE

1. BACKFIELD

4. CENTER

7. DEFENSE 8. DOWN 9. END ZONE 10. EXTRA POINT 11. FACEMASK 12. FALSE START 13. FIELD GOAL 14. FORMATION 15. FUMBLE 16. GAIN 17. GOALPOSTS 18. HALFTIME 19. HANDOFF 20. HELMET 21. INCOMPLETE PASS 22. INTERCEPTION 23. KICKOFF 24. LINESMAN

27. PASS 28. PENALTY

32. QUARTER

36. REPLAY

41. SNAP

45. TOUCHDOWN

29. POINTS

33. QUARTERBACK

37. SACK38. SCORE

42. STRATEGY

46. UPRIGHTS

30. POSSESSION

34. RECEIVER

39. SCRIMMAGE

43. TACKLE

47. YARDS

31. PUNT

35. REFEREE

40. SHUTOUT

44. TIME OUT

48. YELLOW FLAG

Lucy Stravers lives in Pella, Iowa, and is the mother-in-law of Dann Veldkamp.

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$ MAKING CENTS

WORK THE WARRANTY get assistance with the mattress in question. Now I had information I previously didn’t have, and that put me in touch with the retail outlet we purchased the bed from in 2012. I talked to our original salesman, and he referred me to their customer service department. The customer service department sent me the forms via email, and we took pictures of the impressions using a piece of wood and measuring tape. The requirement was 1 ½ inches to have a valid claim. Boy, were we surprised. We were right at the mark. After finishing all the necessary documentations and uploading pictures, I sent the claim back via email. We went out of town for the 4th of July and then to California for vacation. When I came back, I inquired and found out our claim was approved. I was pleased to tell my spouse that we could get a new mattress. Lucky for us, the style we had was discontinued, so we were able to pick out an entirely new mattress. Back to testing multiple mattresses…but at least there were fewer because it had to be from the same manufacturer and only in this particular store.

Writer / Kate Rhoten

Have you ever bought anything and after a period of time, you regretted it? I’m not talking about buyer’s remorse. I am the queen of that one, especially when I have purchased clothing items for myself. What I am referring to is a large purchase—let’s say a new mattress and box springs. You go to many places and lie on many mattresses, trying to decide which mattress is right for you and your spouse. I equate it to jeans and swimsuit shopping. Neither is enjoyable, and buying a new bed is just so cumbersome. We made our decision. We settled on a plush Euro-pillow top and were ready for a good night’s sleep. Most mattress manufacturers or the stores you purchase from offer a 30-day trial. This purchase was made in September 2012. We enjoyed it initially.

The mattress was delivered today. I’ll post an update on my blog. The lesson I learned from this experience is not to be discouraged and to ask questions. What’s the worst thing that could happen? We’d be stuck with the product. The best? A good night’s sleep waiting for us.

Kate is a financial expert of what to do and not do with money as well as owner of 4 Walls Financial, A Coaching Focused Company. She has attended and completed Dave Ramsey’s Counselor Training. Follow Kate on Twitter @katerhoten, reach out to her via email at kate.4walls@gmail.com or visit 4wallsmoneycoach.com. Feel free to share ideas or questions for future articles.

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