Greenwood Community Newsletter September 2014

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PUBLISHER’S WELCOME Greenwood is awakening. After years of being “a southern suburb” of Indianapolis, it is coming into its own—forging its own identity and defining its own unique place in the metropolitan area.

Citizens participating in non-governmental initiatives such as Aspire Johnson County and the Johnson County Development Corporation are helping forge a bright future for the community.

The recent consolidation of the city offices into The City Center was just a necessary first step to make the government more accessible to the citizens. Now, there is a major planning effort for the revitalization of Old Town Greenwood. While this is a historic area, it has also become a choke point for downtown development and transportation. Old Town is in desperate need of change.

However, the nature of that change has not yet been defined. The first of three public meetings on the direction and nature of this change was held in August; the next is planned for September 3, about when this issue will hit mailboxes.

If you missed the meetings, we introduce the discussion in a story

by Tia Nielsen. However, there is much more on our Facebook page, Facebook.com/GreenwoodIN. There, Tia Nielsen has a series of three stories about the first meeting, complete with the diagrams of some of the ideas presented. Tia will continue to cover the redevelopment of Old Town Greenwood. We encourage you to engage in the discussion on Facebook, but more importantly, attend the meetings. Provide your input. This is not a responsibility you can “hand off ” to elected officials. You need to be actively involved.

In this month’s issue, we look at some of the changes coming to Greenwood. The Crossing is a new alternative school designed to get young people off the streets and back in school. And, we share some exciting news about a new medical facility bringing the most advanced medical technology in its field to Greenwood.

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Writer / Tonja Talley

The goal for any school is to see their students receive a diploma. The Crossing is no exception. “But our students come into the school with tremendous burdens,” said Stan, sadly. “The streets are what our students battle. In addition, it threatens their well-being.

These kids don’t come to us just wanting an education; these kids are looking for hope.”

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 GREENWOOD HEALTH KICK

LET THE ‘FOOD FIGHT’ BEGIN concerning if the organic industry is really regulated. Critics perceive that organic food is more ‘dangerous’ than conventional food—referring to the ‘lack of testing for harmful pathogens and contaminates.’

The USDA and FDA subject organic farmers and food producers to the same regulatory protocols. Further, it is incumbent on organic food producers, imported and domestic, to follow the same cleanliness and food safety guidelines as the conventional food producers.

ORGANIC VERSUS CONVENTIONAL FOOD

are upset at the claim that conventionally grown food is just as nutritiously sound and healthy with the poor soil conditions and pesticide residues. They are convinced Writer / Alicia Wettrick that the pesticide residues are responsible for many human diseases and disorders Back in 2012, the media aired the Stanford and are skeptical of the U.S. Environmental University study findings that organically Protection Agency’s (EPA) acceptable grown food was not more nutritious nor ‘tolerance levels’ considered safe for did it lead to better health outcomes than conventionally grown food. That statement produce. In addition, they were angry that the study did not address the environmental was like someone standing up in the concerns pesticides pose, claiming these cafeteria and shouting FOOD FIGHT! An array of media platforms on the Internet and agrochemicals are contaminating the soil and water supplies and throwing off the talk radio oversaw the flinging between the ecosystem balance, which ultimately affects all-organic environmental supporters vs. our health. the conventional consumers and big food industries.

From the other side of the cafeteria, skeptics of the organic food industry launched FOOD FIGHT DEBATE BOILING their rotten tomatoes. They embraced the POINTS Stanford study that proved what they have Some within the organic community said all along. The organic food industry is smelled something rotten with the study fraudulent in their claims of having ‘superior and were suspicious that biotech and food’ and has no basis for charging higher agrochemical industries must have funded prices. They went on to debate that most the Stanford study—which wasn’t the of the organic food is imported to North case. They argued the study is biased and America, about 80-90 percent, which is

The research studies that have linked pesticides to health problems such as birth defects, neurological disorders, cognitive dysfunctions, immune disorders, allergies, cancers and so on have been found in people who had pesticide over-exposure, not pesticide residue exposure. These people either worked with pesticides or were exposed to high levels due to an accidental contamination.

The EPA does test and regulate pesticide residue levels that remain on foods. The EPA has established tolerance levels that are considered safe. To date, no significant support has proven that pesticide residue exposure causes health harm. There is a strong concern among the public regarding exposure and whether multiple types of pesticide residues have any harmful effects—and studies continue.

TIME TO LOOK AT THE STANFORD STUDY

The Stanford Study is actually a systematic review of 240 studies. The Stanford scientist extracted comparison data on two types of food: organic and conventional. Data was analyzed and compared on nutrients, contaminant levels and health outcomes.

Here is the conclusion: "The published literature lacks strong evidence that organic foods are significantly more nutritious than

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conventional foods. Consumption of organic foods may reduce exposure to pesticide residues and antibiotic-resistant bacteria.”

A FEW BRIEF POINTS FROM THE STUDY

• Pesticide residue: Pesticide residue was lower among organically grown food, and two studies found higher urinary pesticide levels in children who ate conventional diets than organic diets.

• Health outcomes: There were no differences in biomarkers (which are measurable disease indicators such as cholesterol, glucose, blood pressure, and tumors) and nutrient levels in subjects who ate organic versus conventional diets. There were no significant differences in vitamin and mineral levels, although only three studies looked at health outcomes.

Whether you choose an all-organic diet, a conventional diet, or a mixture of both, the wonderful thing is we have a choice. You may still feel that organic is ‘superior’ since it does have low to no pesticide residue and excludes food additives, preservatives, artificial sweeteners, high fructose corn syrup, antibiotics, artificial hormones • Bacterial contamination: E. coli and and GMOs. You may also buy organic other bacterial contamination did not food for environmental reasons. Organic differ between the two types of foods. farming practices are designed to benefit However, three or more antibioticthe environment by reducing pollution and resistant bacteria were more prevalent in conserving water and soil quality. conventionally raised chicken and pork.

aisle that you have never tried before.

• Fresh fruit and vegetables are the way to go. Buy produce that is in season. Ask your grocer when the new produce arrives. Your local farmers’ market is a great place to buy fresh-picked produce.

• Start reading food labels. Beware: a product that has the organic label or has some organic ingredients does not mean it is healthy for you. Organic cookies, crackers, cakes and chips can be very high in sugar, salt, fat and calories. (Sorry, it is still junk food.)

Check the labels!

On the other hand, you may choose to save your money and buy conventional to stretch EVEN DR. OZ CHIMES IN your grocery budget further. Conventional In October 2012, Dr. Oz stated, presumably farming has been able to meet the demands • Clean your food. Raccoons do it and so in response to the Stanford study, “So of a growing population. Crops produced by should you. Washing and scrubbing you’re being told organic food is no more genetically modified organisms (GMOs), your food will clean off bacteria, nutritious than conventional and it’s not even though controversial, have been more dirt, pesticide residue and other worth your extra money. Well I’m here to resilient to drought conditions, diseases and agrochemicals. say that it is worth the investment. Why do I insect damage. These crops are producing say that? Pesticides.” more food to keep the prices down and feed Not all pesticide residue will come off with the world. washing. Peeling the skin from your fruit and In December 2012, Dr. Oz said, “After vegetables can help further reduce pesticide several years of research and experience, I Whatever diet you choose, just keep in mind residue, but it still may not totally remove it have come to an encouraging conclusion: a few food safety tips recommended by the all. And you will lose all the great nutritional the American food supply is abundant, Mayo Clinic: value and fiber the skin provides if you nutritionally sound, affordable and, with a remove it. Ultimately, you have to decide few simple considerations, comparable to FOOD SAFETY TIPS what is best for you and your family. the most elite organic diets." Dr. Oz goes • Variety is the spice of life.

Get on to say there is a very minor nutritional adventurous and try something new.

Alicia Wettrick is a Family Nurse difference between farmers’ market produce Practitioner working in OB/GYN for Choose foods from a variety of sources and grocery stores’ frozen or canned foods.

Community Hospital Network. She and types to get different nutrients and believes that Greenwood is a great to reduce your exposure to a single place to lead a healthy lifestyle and HOW DO YOU CHOOSE WHICH pesticide. Have you ever had a kumquat? raise a family. She is married to Don APPLE? Wettrick and has three kids, Ava, Anna and Grant. She has Next time you go to the grocery store, Well, there is a buffet of considerations. pick up something in the fresh produce been a southsider since childhood and has lived in the Greenwood area since 1998.

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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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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.

Mattie Herald

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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Jay Wise, Volunteer, Director; Occupation: Director of Operations, Clark Pleasant Community Schools STAFF Mattie Herald, LAC, CADAC II, ICADC, Addiction Clinician and BIP Supervisor/ Trainer Carrie Ballinger, BS, Program Coordinator and Administrative Support Kim Moore, Volunteer, Assistant Program Director, BIP Supervisor and Director of Youth Services BOARD OF DIRECTORS Terry A. Moore, LCAC, President; Occupation: Program Director, Abuse Counseling and Education, Inc.

Third Board Position: Vacant; Interested candidates can contact Terry A. Moore at 317-522-1921 WOW FACTS No master’s-level clinical licenses in the State of Indiana require any domestic violence training.

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N LUNCHING I D GREENWOO CH N U L ” S E I D “ LA Writer & Photographer / Julie Yates

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.

LUCERO’S

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.

VINO VILLA

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.

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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.

Julie Yates is a former teacher and current food blogger, Yates Yummies.

She enjoys sharing quick, easy and healthy recipes with people who love to cook. Visit her blog at yatesyummies.blogspot.com.

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AYKA MEDSPA 711 SOUTH EAST ST. INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46225 317-964-0545 AYKAMEDSPA.COM “She thought she could and so she did.”

That motto is what drove businesswoman and Greenwood resident Amber Madmoni to create and establish AYKA Medspa four months ago. She wanted to create something different, someplace unique. A place where people could go to receive top-notch, quality medical spa treatments in a relaxed, comfortable and fun atmosphere.

Madmoni did not want clients to feel like just another number. She took her vision and built her business from the ground up, and it shows from the moment you enter the spa.

“When you come here, you legitimately and honestly get a sense of being a part of it [the business] and a part of its growth. You become friends and really get to know the people coming in,” said Madmoni.

What makes a medical spa unique from other types of spas is the capability these facilities have to perform medical procedures. AYKA is overseen by the State of Indiana Medical Board and works under medical director Dr. John Malooley. Dr. Malooley works on-site and handles the injectable services, including Botox and filler injections.

Madmoni wants the customers to feel relaxed, not rushed, and thoroughly informed.

So many reasons and skin conditions bring customers to AYKA . Madmoni focuses on quality services at a price people can afford and educating clients before and during their procedures so they understand what is going on. “If I need to take time with you and explain very thoroughly everything that is going to happen, I want to be able to do that,” said Madmoni. Patients should know why their skin is the way it is, what the treatment will entail and how the equipment works.

About 50 percent of AYKA’s business comes from laser hair removal, a procedure that is done with top-of-the-line Candela laser hair removal equipment. The other portion of the spa’s customers come for medical facials, including chemical peels or lasering.

Madmoni has worked in plastic surgery as a board-certified medical aesthetician for over five years, and she is passionate about what she does. She has three staff members, giving the spa a more intimate and familial feel.

Madmoni chose the central location of downtown Indianapolis so the spa would be Many spas exist out there that treat customers located a reasonable driving distance from and patients like a number, bringing them in Greenwood and other parts of the city. They and out in order to reach their daily quota. are currently the only medical spa facility

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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.”

- In the Beginning -

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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When you “THINK SNOW!” you should conjure up images of the Indianapolis Ski Club.

While Indianapolis may not be synonymous with snow skiing, there is a group of nearly 300 snow enthusiasts who are members of the Indianapolis ski club.

The club has been in existence for almost 60 years and still promotes friendships and great ski trips!

Club President Lisa Sindelar said that is exactly what the club is all about—making friends and skiing great mountains. “The bonus is the hassle free travel that comes The US trips start at a little more than $1,300 per member – more for European trips. Trips are for members only, but it’s easy to join and with being a club member,” Sindelar said. the club always welcomes new members!

Sindelar said trips are planned with almost everything included, For more information, go to Indyskiclub.org. from lift tickets to transportation to lodging.

“It’s just a great way to enjoy a ski trip,” Sinedelar said.

Lisa joined the club in 2002 after talking to a club member in the winter sports section of Galyans.

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“I didn’t know there was a ski club in Indy,” Sinedelar said. “I went home, looked up the website, attended a social event and joined!”

Lisa has since married a club member and has enjoyed several trips with the club.

Fellow skier and Lawrence resident Joan Naffziger has been a member of the club since 1992 and has been a volunteer “go-to” person on several trips.

“It’s so much fun traveling with a group of fellow skiers and friends.”

Naffziger said, “It makes it much more bearable when you get stuck in a blizzard in Minneapolis, too!”

This year the Indianapolis Ski Club has six trips planned for the upcoming season in the western United States and Europe.

In January, they kick off their line up of trips at Banff in Alberta, Canada.

Trips to SteamBoat, Winter Park and Beaver Creek in Colorado are scheduled in February. Also a European trip is planned to Cortina, Italy, and Madonna di Campiglio, a popular ski resort in Northeast Italy, scheduled for March 2015.

The group’s final trip of the season offered is Big Sky Montana— a favorite by many—in March.

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As researchers conducted interviews and delved into abstracts of titles, city directories and genealogical sites to bring out the stories that were hidden within the walls of the tour homes, the name soon morphed into the Broad Ripple Historic Home Tour.

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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.

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Although fly-fishing is not part of this year’s event, about 50 other outdoor activities will be offered by some 120 grassroots organizations.

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Information on trolley routes, a listing of all events and directions to parking areas can be found at HoosierOutdoorExperience.

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“Fly-fishing is my outlet,” Cooke said. “I like the serenity of being in nature.”

Organized by the Department of Natural Resources and Indiana Natural Resources Foundation, this is Indiana’s largest handson outdoor recreation event. Last year a record 32,000 people participated. The idea is to get more Hoosiers interested in outdoor recreation.

The concept came about because nationwide participation rates in many traditional outdoor sports have been declining. In Indiana, the number of licensed hunters and anglers has remained relatively stable over the past few decades. This sounds comforting, said Bourke Patton, director of the Indiana Natural Resources Foundation, until you consider that the number hasn’t kept pace with the state’s overall population growth.

Conservationists worry that if the trend isn’t reversed, fewer Americans will care about protecting natural resources. “The whole point is to get people to embrace the outdoors,” Patton said. “It’s about taking people who have little outdoor knowledge, or even no outdoor knowledge, and showing them what’s available and how to do it.”

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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.

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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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GREENWOOD REVITALIZATION WORKSHOPS MAY CHANGE THE CITY FOREVER Your input could change the future of Greenwood.The next meeting is planned for September 3.

Writer / Tia Nielsen

You can find more diagrams, pictures and discussion on our Facebook page, Facebook.com/GreenwoodIN.

Downtown Greenwood needs a facelift, a do-over or maybe a miracle. Traffic headaches turn migraine daily as vehicles funnel through the corner of Main Street PROJECT AREA MAP GREENWOOD DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION PLAN and Madison Avenue. Main Street is one of limited routes going east to west off I-65 in Johnson County. The potential allure of shopping or engaging in business downtown eludes all but the most dedicated.

Enthusiastic residents met with city officials, representatives of HWC Engineering and Axis Architecture on August 12 for the first of three Downtown Revitalization Study brainstorming sessions. The mood was extremely positive and focused.

Two key questions were the framework for filtering input: What do you want to protect in this area? What are the things we need to change?

The study is focusing on a larger revitalization initiative with five sub-districts to address the pressing need for economic expansion, a better infrastructure and the literal future of the historic downtown district, placed on the National Register of Historic Places in June 1991.

One contingent at the meeting Restore Old Town Greenwood, Inc. says they are hoping the majority wants to keep the existing buildings and work to create a unique and lively downtown.

Beyond that historic area, the study covers Market Plaza, Old City Park, Madison Avenue flowing north from downtown, the new City Center Park, and the former site of the city pool, as well as the overall green spaces bordering Pleasant Creek that courses through three of the five subdistricts.

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Emma Cook, Certified Teacher (left); Eric Spaulding, Certified Teacher (middle); Rachel Miller, Campus Administrator (right)

HOPE IN THE ALTERNATIVE

In August, The Crossing Education Center announced the opening of their 18th campus—The Crossing of Johnson County (COJC).

A state-accredited faith-based alternative school, COJC will partner with Greenwood and Clark Pleasant School Corporations to come alongside 30-50 struggling Johnson County students, not currently enrolled, to help them earn their high school diploma.

The Crossing believes that in academics, as in life, a student’s mind and heart both have to be stretched to learn. “This is a unique educational experience focusing on the whole person,” said Greenwood volunteer Erick Russell. “The ‘head’ part is the Writer / Tonja Talley . Photographer / Forrest Mellott academics, which utilizes individualized curricula for the students to excel at their own pace. The ‘heart’ portion of The Crossing’s “My heart agonized over the students who dropped out of school focus is seen through the other two objectives—job training and during my 20-year tenure as a public school principal. I wanted an faith-based mentoring. The heart portion of the vision is what avenue to walk alongside these struggling students, to talk about life sets The Crossing apart and is contributing to the success of the or to pray with them. The avenue I desired came in an alternative program across the state.” school called The Crossing,” said Stan Good, Director of New School Development for The Crossing.

The goal for any school is to see their students receive a diploma.

The Crossing is no exception. “But our students come into the Created to support public schools, The Crossing has helped to school with tremendous burdens,” said Stan, sadly. “The streets are educate and transform the lives of struggling students since 2003. what our students battle. In addition, it threatens their well-being.

According to Stan, The Crossing Education Center’s mission is These kids don’t come to us just wanting an education; these kids to empower students to become contributing members of their are looking for hope.” communities through academic teaching, job training and faithbased mentoring.

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Diane Good, Community Development

can eliminate as many barriers as possible, The Crossing students thrive,” she says. “For example, with a lower than average studentteacher ratio, I enjoy building a line of communication and trust with each of my students. They know school is not going to be easy, and we will not enable them. We are, however, available when their thought process calls for further assistance. It is wonderful to hear a student shout out, ‘I got an 80 percent on my quiz; I have never done that well in my life!’ Their gleaming faces tell it all.”

Besides the low student-teacher ratio of 6:1, other tools are used to affect the progress of a student. Weekly goals set by the student allow for personal growth. Many studies have shown specific and attainable goals can spark a higher level of performance. As students make new discoveries, their goals are modified. To achieve these goals, students work on one subject at a time at their own pace through an online program, allowing them to do assignments, essays, quizzes and tests. In addition to setting their own goals, The Crossing realizes many of their students are the breadwinners for their families. Consequently, The Crossing gives them the flexibility to attend school in either the morning or the afternoon.

Family Time As time goes by, the teacher and the students become a close-knit group, bonding like family, ever guiding and encouraging. “A lot of our students have had unhealthy or unfortunate situations thrust

upon them, and they are looking for people who are real with them, people who are transparent,” said Stan. “Believing in our focus that we grow not with just the mind, but with the heart and the mind, each campus offers ‘Family Time.’”

The daily half-hour mentoring time allows the students and staff to talk about life. It may consist of talking through what friendship looks like, giving empathy to a student whose grandmother is ill or looking at Jesus’ advice in the Bible about living on earth.

“The Crossing is not a Christian school, and ‘Family Time’ is not a Bible study, but each teacher can and will use the Bible as reference for difficult life questions,” Stan commented. “All students sign an agreement stating if they feel uncomfortable with any type of discussion, they have the freedom to quietly leave the room and return to their studies.”

“I became a volunteer with The Crossing after witnessing Family Time,” board member Kevin Good said. “The group talked about the difference between an encouraging word and empowerment.

Using the Bible as their reference, the students found that the word ‘encouragement’ means to give a compliment to your neighbor, but “empowerment” means to encourage another while walking alongside them. Empowerment takes a little more effort by the friend, but the reward strengthens his or her heart and mind for life.”

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Job & Leadership Training FOR MORE INFORMATION 51 N. US 31, Whiteland, IN 46184 317-622-6510 (Be sure to mention you are calling about The Crossing of Johnson County) info@crossingcec.com

The Crossing instills positive job and leadership skills by providing focused leadership training and leadership opportunities. Using Sean Covey’s book, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Teens, the small groups will look at how a habit and a paradigm (point of view) can affect their heart and mind, presenting a positive reaction or a heavy burden.

To fully appreciate this new understanding, students are placed in community service projects to apply these new practices.

“We encourage our students to pour back into the community and The Crossing by becoming good leaders and entrepreneurs,” said leadership coordinator Jerad Harnish. “Ultimately showing perspective employers what an asset our students can bring to their businesses.”

Through molding each student’s heart and mind with love and friendship, the students of COJC will have life with hope.

Tonja Talley has called Center Grove home since 1993. An 11-year bi-lateral lung transplant survivor, Tonja enjoys speaking on behalf of the Indiana Organ Procurement Organization. She also volunteers for the CF Foundation, byTavi and her church.

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OPTIONS FOR BALANCED CALENDAR PARENTS

Writer / Katie Burrell

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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The Baxter YMCA offers School’s Out Camp for children in kindergarten through 8th grade during school breaks. This year’s calendar includes childcare for fall, winter and spring break, as well as Martin Luther King Day, Presidents’ Day and flex days.

Camp activities include field trips, crafts, cooking, swimming, games and art. Cost is $36 a day or $134 a week for YMCA members and $41 a day or $169 a week for non-members. The YMCA also offers before- and after-school programming for kindergarten through 5th grade in Beech Grove, Clark Pleasant, Franklin Township, Greenwood, Perry Township and Southport Presbyterian Christian School. It offers before- and after-school care for 6th through 8th grade in Clark Pleasant Intermediate, Franklin Central Middle West, Franklin Central Middle East, Perry 6th Grade Academy, Southport 6th Grade Academy and South Grove Intermediate School. All before- and after-school programs are on-site with the exception of Perry Township Schools, which are provided transportation to the Baxter YMCA.

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.

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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.

La Petite Academy 3824 S. Emerson Ave. Indianapolis, IN 46203 877-765-0823 lapetite.com

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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“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.

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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!

Ticket Information Available at any of the agencies The Artcraft Ticket Office wedoauctions.net/DWTJCS email: bmiller2995@aol.com

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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SEPTEMBER LOCAL EVENTS 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

5 / 50 YEARS OF ART: A CELEBRATION OF ART 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.

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14 / SOUTHWOOD FAMILY FUN FAIR 2014

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!

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16 / CHILD SAFETY SEAT INSPECTIONS

Inspections based on recommendations issued by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, with certified technicians on hand to advise the proper use of seats for youngsters.

11 a.m.-2 p.m.

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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.

4 p.m.

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11 / PAY IT FORWARD

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

13 / GREENWOOD 5K TRAIL TREK

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 noncompetitive 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.

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HOOSIER HEROES HONORED AT PROCTOR PARK

GREATER GREENWOOD COMMUNITY BAND FESTIVAL On August 9, eight bands from across the state of Indiana gathered to share their love of music. The inaugural event was a great success with excellent participation from musicians of all ages. The Greater Greenwood Community Band, established in 1993, brings together former band members who still love playing their instruments years after high school or college. The band meets in the Greenwood High School band room and has 80 members. The band is currently directed by Tom Dirks, assisted by Ora Pemberton. Today, the band is considered one of the most respected and entertaining community bands in the Central Indiana area.

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.

During the Vietnam War, over 58,000 soldiers sacrificed their lives for the love and duty they felt for their country. Of the 58,000, 1,532 were from right here in the Heartland of America.

Unfortunately, the Vietnam veterans who returned safely were not given the “Heroes’ Welcome” that they deserved.

Feeling inspired to honor these veterans, the founder of Proctor Park, Maribeth Alspach, a recent recipient of the Spirit Award from the Johnson County Community Foundation, took it upon herself to raise the funds to build Proctor Park, townofnewwhiteland. com/proctorpark.htm, a space dedicated to honoring those individuals who served in our country’s armed services, law enforcement, fire protection and emergency services. Located in New Whiteland, “Proctor Park celebrates a community that came together as a family because of a fallen son and to honor a life given,” says Alspach.

On September 27, Proctor Park will dedicate its newest addition, a Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial. The structure will consist of five pillars and one main column. The five pillars will feature bricks bearing the names of the 1,532 Hoosiers who lost their lives during the war. This memorial will make it possible for family and friends in Indiana to see their loved one’s name represented as it should be, to honor the sacrifice that was made nearly 40 years ago.

For information on upcoming events, visit their website, greenwoodband.com, or email ggcband@gmail.com.

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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.

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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.

Over time, the bed started to show signs of impressions where we slept. This was disappointing, and I just assumed it didn’t matter and we were stuck. In the last six months or so, the depressions got worse, and I would literally have to use my arms to lift myself out of the abyss that had formed to get into another position while sleeping. I was not getting a good night’s sleep, nor was my husband.

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