Lawrence Community Newsletter April 2014

APRIL 2014

DON’T TOUCH THAT DIAL!

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Vets can get expensive, so for less urgent issues wouldn’t it be nice to have someone else to talk to who can also advise you? Well Paws Stop on Pendleton Pike is happy to fill that role.

For 25 years the Paws Stop family has been helping Lawrence residents care for their pets and even wild birds and critters on their property. Their mission is to make a difference in the lives of family pet members and those that love them. Expert staffers will help you with any nutrition and wellness concerns as well as finding the right toys and treats or something special for you or your home. With new pet foods regularly entering the market and others being constantly advertised, how can you possibly know what is best for your own cat or dog?

as classes for basic obedience, conformation, good citizen and therapy dogs. Paws Stop can help with your dog, plus they are vetrecommended and offer training for all breeds.

Stop in soon and experience the Paws Stop difference! Something good is going on there…or they wouldn’t still be in business after 25 years. Ask for a free review of what you are currently feeding your four-legged family member. It’s always good to really know!

Paws Stop wants you to use them as a resource for up to date information…not just a pet store.

Passion is what often sets a locally owned business apart from a national chain…their passion is pet nutrition and wellness.

“Ask Dave” at Paws Stop to educate you on how to properly read a food label (it is NOT compiled the same as a human food label) and recommend foods or supplements for frustrating skin and coat, joints, digestion or other nutritional and wellness issues.

They have the largest variety of holistic, natural, organic, grain free and raw diets. And you can often save money while you’re feeding better food, since you can feed your pet less with less waste (so less yard clean-up!).

Have a dog that acts more like Marley than Lassie?

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PUBLISHERS

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DON’T TOUCH THAT DIAL

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Pamela Gardner is a self-proclaimed “TV scientist” in her role as a meteorologist with WISH-TV. In our cover story, “Don’t Touch That Dial” learn about Pam’s journey from Lawrence North H.S. to Channel 8.

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A Trashy Challenge for Lawrence Residents

4 Valley Forge Day 22 MSDLTF Gala 7 Local Summer Camp Options 23 Local Events Calendar 8 Good People, Good Causes 17 Ft. Ben In Driver’s Seat for Military Hall of Fame

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VALLEY FORGE DAY Writer / Kara Reibel

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Over the past 17 years, Indian Creek Elementary School’s fifth-grade classes have celebrated Valley Forge Day in elaborate fashion. This year was no exception. On February 28th, the weather cooperated perfectly, with enough snow and colder temperatures to replicate a similar ambiance from 236 years ago.

Teachers Terri O’Brien, Kelly Staples, Erika Tran and Stephen Hardwick organized another successful event.

Walking outside to the staging area, the students, who dressed in costumes indicative of the era, were transported back to Valley Forge in 1778.

This interactive, living history experience is similar to a field trip to Conner Prairie during the Civil War days, but these students did not have to leave their campus.

a neckpiece that he referred to as “Continental Army officer bling.”

the students walked out of camp in unison, no longer a rabble, but as an army.

Closing the day spent at Valley Forge, the troops mustered to hear parting words from special guest Martha Washington and their commander. After three “huzzahs” and gratitude expressed to all who participated,

Kara Reibel lives in the Geist area with her family. In addition to writing, she owns Geist Pilates.

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Replete with re-enactors and volunteers in similar dress of the era, it’s the passionate love of history that enlivens the day creating an amazing living historical experience. Max Michael has two daughters that attended Indian Creek Elementary, took part in his 12th year as a re-enactor at Valley Forge Day. “I asked some friends to get involved and we were all hooked,” says Michael.

“It’s fun to help out with this event.”

The teachers created an interesting model for celebrating Valley Forge Day. Stations included a surgeon’s hut, Martha’s kitchen, Martha’s parlor, camp setup, a fire pit and a drill ceremony. The louder portions of the day included re-enactors explaining and demonstrating the science of how a musket fires, as well as the cannon.

Each grouping of students represented the militia from a different state, complete with colors (flags). The history of those flags and regiments is explained to the students, as well as the variations in uniforms indicating the origin of the soldier. Some, like Hardwick, were dressed as frontiersmen, whereas Michael was more French in his regalia, including

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Local Summer Camp Options As a parent, you know this is the time of year when we ask, “What am I going to do with the kids this summer?” There are many options in Indianapolis, including programs at the zoo, the Indiana State Museum, the Children’s Museum, Conner Prairie, etc. But, what if you’d prefer to keep your children closer to home? Here are some additional local options for your little people, where they can have fun and even (gasp!)learn something in the process.

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The word “math” strikes fear in the hearts of many students! What if you could prepare students with a fun and exciting MATH courses over the summer so they could start the year with confidence? 123 Simply Math offers summer workshops in a wide variety of math topics such as basic skills, Algebra, Geometry and ACT/SAT and High School Equivalency preparation. The workshops will last 6-8 weeks for grades five through College.

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BASKETBALL CAMP

The Wildcat Basketball Clinic, under the leadership of 2006 USA Today National Coach of the year, Jack Keefer, is one of the most respected camps in Indiana.

Over 12,000 grade school students have participated over the years.

Three different camps are offered to meet different interests and needs, including day camp and shooting camps.

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The Y Summer Camp is all about meeting new friends, developing new skills, and making memories to last a lifetime. Day camps provide age-appropriate activities for each child, with pool time included. “Rise of the Minions” and “Hip Hop Dance” are two new camps. Schedules and rates vary; register online at indymca.org/camps.

Children of all ages and families are invited to experience the joy of reading during the Indianapolis Public Library’s 95th annual Summer Reading Program, “Read in Any Language.” Participants earn prizes for their reading activity and can participate in fun, educational workshops as well.

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Your child’s summer will be full of smiling, laughing, singing, swimming, canoeing, hiking and more under the guidance of counselors at this Christian-influenced day camp. Camp Indy sits on 98 acres of wooded property on Indian Lake Road and is for children ages 4-13.

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Summer camp is what many Scouts enjoy most. Camp programs provide numerous opportunities for Scouts to earn merit badges along their advancement trail. Many day camp and overnight camps are available.

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Incrediplex Summer Adventure Camp held under 4 acres of indoor air-conditioned fun, designed for kid’s ages 6 – 14 years old.

The action-packed camps are offered all summer on full-day weekly, half-day weekly, single full-day, or single half-day schedules.

Activities include a four-story playground, soccer, bowling, basketball, kickball, outdoor water days, inflatables, and so much more.

Register at 317-823-9555; walk-ins are always welcome.

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Lawrence Summer Art Camp offers five weeks of programming for children ages 6-10 to participate in creative projects focused on weekly themes. Art Camp includes instruction from a different visiting artist each morning. Activities include pottery wheels, puppetry, sculpture, painting, drawing, drumming and other performance art. Summer Art Camp will be located at Fortune Academy at 5626 Lawton Loop East Dr. Registration is open and space is limited, so register now at LawrenceArtCenter.net/ summerartcamp ROBOTICS CAMP

Summer robotics camp at McKenzie Center for Innovation and Technology features students working for a full week with the mechanical engineering staff building VEX robots and studying manufacturing processes, in conjunction with the Society of Mechanical Engineers.

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Be sure to check local churches for their vacation Bible school schedules. You do not have to attend the church to participate.

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GOOD PEOPLE, GOOD CAUSES LIFE CENTERS, BECAUSE LIFE MATTERS

Stepping inside the somewhat nondescript building on the northwest corner of Franklin and Pendleton Pike, you cross a threshold into a place of warmth and welcome. Life Centers, a Christian-based pregnancy resource center has eight such locations in central Indiana, making it the largest in the state. Together they served more than 20,000 young women and men last year who found themselves in difficult pregnancy situations.

There are many resources available for pregnant moms at Life Centers

“Life Centers provides emotional, material, spiritual and educational support,” said Lucy Urban, Northeast Center Director.

“We want these women to feel informed as they make decisions on childbirth, adoption and even abortion.”

The center operates daily to provide the community with education on fetal development in a non-judgmental and safe environment, helping women make informed decisions.

“We work every day in order for Life Centers to continue the mission of saving babies and transforming the lives of our clients,” stated Tom Shevlot, Executive Director. “The one-on-one counseling of our ministry is still the key factor in abortion decisions but we must be able to reach these women.”

Dedicated staff and volunteers provide confidential, free services including pregnancy tests, ultrasound exams, peer counseling, 24-hour Help Line, support services (such as diapers, bottles, maternity and baby clothing, etc.) and post-abortion support groups.

Yes, the organization is faith-based, so they offer prayer and encourage young women to leave the center making better lifestyle choices with perhaps a new found hope found in faith.

Life Centers always has a need for caring volunteers and donations.

Financial and baby-item donations (diapers, clothing, formula, etc.) are an on-going need as well.

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COPING WITH SPRING FLOODING “In those situations, timing is everything,” he said. “The sooner we can dry those out April showers may bring May flowers, but professionally, the better chance we can save they can also cause costly flooding problems them. The damage can get quite bad, quite for unsuspecting homeowners. quick.”

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The warning signs of trouble include discolored walls and ceilings, water stains and “bubbling” of paint or drywall, said Jim Krueger, who is a manager with Moore Restoration. He advised prompt action for homes showing those symptoms, saying water damage isn’t the sort of problem that goes away by itself.

DRAINAGE IS KEY

Krueger said the most common cause of springtime interior flooding is sump pump failure. For those who aren’t familiar with sump pumps, they are commonly used to remove water from basements susceptible to flooding. The pumps are placed in a

collection basin called the sump, often with a mechanism that activates the pump when water reaches a specific level.

While sump pumps play a direct role in removing water from homes, Krueger said proper maintenance of a property’s drainage system is a key preventive measure.

He listed foliage as a common culprit for problems, saying gutters clogged with leaves often can’t perform the important task of channeling drain water away from a home’s foundation and basement.

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backup, in case the water starts rising and there’s a problem.

tend to focus on visible problems, such as wet carpet, instead of the bigger picture.

“It can be a brutal wait if it fails,” Porter said.

“If you don’t prepare, you’re pretty much at its mercy, waiting for the plumber to come and fix it.”

“The biggest thing I think we see are people who try do it themselves, and they don’t realize the extent of the damage,” he said.

“It’s not so much what you can see, but what you can’t see that becomes the problem.”

PREVENT BASEMENT PROBLEMS

Josh Lee is a service manager for Schuler Plumbing Inc., and he said the most common sign of looming sump pump trouble is debris accumulating in the basin.

He suggested a simple test homeowners could try before the rainy season.

“It is important, especially if it doesn’t get a lot of use, to go down there, fill it up with water and make sure it works, before it’s too late,” he said.

A variety of optional features are available for sump pump owners. Lee said home security companies now offer a service where homeowners can be notified digitally of pump activation or problems. He listed batteries as another common accessory that can keep things running for up to eight hours during a power outage. While it costs extra, Lee said it can make sense for some homeowners.

Jim Krueger with Moore Restoration lists foliage in gutters as a common culprit to springtime flooding.

“Water is pressure and if that water has nowhere to go and it’s blocked, it’s going to find somewhere to go,” said Krueger.

“Having proper drainage and grading around your house is only going to help prevent these kind of situations.”

James Porter from Bolden’s Cleaning and Restoration recommended that drainage systems propel water at least 10 feet away from the foundation. He advised homeowners with sump pumps to check them regularly, saying they typically last five to seven years and it’s a good idea to have a

“If you have a finished basement, it’s definitely cheaper than a flooded basement or an insurance claim,” he said.

Sump pumps aside, Porter said it’s a good idea for the whole family to know where the water mains are, in case an emergency shutoff is needed. He said a common cause of spring plumbing failure is when a garden hose is left attached to a spigot over the winter, which can cause water to freeze in the spigot pipe, putting pressure on that system and potentially causing it to leak or even break.

“If you are going out to use the garden hose for the first time and if it was plugged in from last fall, that’s a red flag,” he said.

AVOIDING MOLD

Once a plumber fixes a leak, the next step is often to call a water restoration contractor to assess and repair the damage. Krueger said a common mistake is that homeowners

“A rule of thumb in our industry is that wet will always go to dry,” continued Krueger, saying wet carpet can often lead to wet drywall, baseboards and studs inside the wall.

“That’s the part most people don’t seem to think about,” said Krueger. “When those get wet, that’s when you have the likelihood of mold and mildew developing.”

Airborne exposure to residential mold can aggravate asthma, hay fever and allergies, along with causing coughing, congestion, runny nose and eye irritation, according to the Indiana State Department of Health.

“All molds need water to grow,” according to the ISDH mold website. “Mold can grow almost anywhere there is water damage, high humidity or dampness. Removing the source of moisture, such as through repairs or dehumidification, is critical to preventing mold growth.”

Explaining how that process works, Porter said removing the water is often only the first step, saying fans and dehumidifiers are typically needed to restore the air quality.

Krueger listed a “musty” smell as a sign of bacteria growth, saying that’s often an indicator of costly hidden problems. He said insurance can be helpful there, but he added that homeowners shouldn’t wait until there’s a problem to find out exactly what’s covered by their policy.

“Understanding your insurance coverage is very important,” he said. “Most insurance policies do not cover sump pumps or drain backups without an additional coverage on your policy.”

“It’s usually pretty inexpensive, but it’s well worth it,” Krueger added. “It’s usually pennies on the dollar, to be honest with you.”

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FT. BEN IN DRIVER’S SEAT FOR MILITARY HALL OF FAME The last man to serve as commandant of the Ft. Benjamin Harrison Finance School is spearheading an initiative to establish a hall of fame to honor Indiana’s outstanding military personnel. And, Col. Russell “Russ” Dowden, US Army (ret.) believes Lawrence would be the perfect location.

Col. Dowden, who retired as school commandant in 1995, is in discussions with Lawrence Mayor Dean Jessup and staff about possible locations for the Indiana Military Veterans Hall of Fame. “We want to recognize those Hoosiers who have served honorably, regardless of branch of service,” explained Dowden. “There will likely be two categories of honor: for time in service and valor in combat; and for veterans who continued their service in the civil sector in the state.” According to its website, each veteran inducted will be awarded the Hall of Fame Medallion recognizing their military service to our nation and to the state of Indiana.

While still only a concept, Col. Dowden estimates costs for the hall of fame to be less than $100,000, either as a standalone, newly constructed facility, or in an existing building with a military history. Various potential locations are being considered, although Dowden indicated that Lawrence has the inside track. “How it manifests itself – we haven’t yet come to full terms. The best and most logical location is at old Ft. Harrison,” explained Dowden. “Mayor Jessup and his staff have been superb in supporting the concept and are very interested in having it in Lawrence. They see it as an opportunity for the city to gain recognition while also honoring worthy Hoosiers.”

Last year, Finance Center Federal Credit Union extended a $6,000 seed gift to organizers who are exploring the hall of fame idea. Several of the hall’s board members are also credit union employees. The public will soon be able to complete an online nomination form in support of potential inductees (imvhof.com).

Financial donations from the public will also be solicited. “This isn’t taxpayer supported. It’s going to be done with private financing from individuals and corporations,” Dowden emphasized.

Indiana has a great tradition of support for the military, and organizers are confident that Hoosiers will be supportive of the Military Veterans Hall of Fame. “These men and women who serve dedicate their lives to service for our state and nation,” noted the colonel. “Many are in combat situations that cause stress and injury. They do it for us. They need recognition for that, and I want to establish the hall to say thank you.”

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Maybe it was the stick-on weather map Pamela Gardner’s mom gave her when she was in middle school. Perhaps it was because as a kid growing up in Lawrence Township, Pam was terrified of storms. Or, maybe Mother Nature and Old Man Winter conspired to make it happen. Whatever the reason, Gardner said that she knew early on something involving the weather was in her long-range forecast. “I didn’t understand storms – and I wanted to,” said Gardner, a Forecast 8 Meteorologist with WISH-TV in Indianapolis. “So, I checked out library books and studied tornadoes on my own. I would write out mock forecasts, and I tried to train myself on maps. It was fascinating, and I was obsessed.”

That weather obsession led Pam to Ball State University where she majored in telecommunications, with a meteorology minor. It was mom who suggested Pam should do the weather on TV and, just like that, a career was born. “She’s my biggest supporter, and I trust her. Who better to trust than your mom?” Pam smiled. She subsequently earned a broadcast meteorology certificate from Mississippi State University.

But hold on. We’ve gotten ahead of ourselves with this story. Before Ball State and the TV weather career, there was Cat’s Eye. “Oh, wow! you were big-league [doing that],” Gardner said, fondly remembering broadcasting high school announcements as the Cat’s Eye anchor on Lawrence North’s campus TV system. “My senior year I needed an elective, and when I got ahold of a camera – and then in front of one – I loved it,” said Gardner, emphasizing that communications teacher Theresa Mowack was very encouraging. “It was the first time I got a taste of TV. She would say, ‘Try this, try that.’”

Two days before graduating Ball State, Gardner was hired by WTHI in Terre Haute as a weathercaster. There were some “growing pains” along the way. “I replaced a guy who was there for several years, so when I came along I got a lot of rude viewer comments,” Pam recalled. “But, once I had proven myself, people completely turned around and supported me. I still get Terre Haute emails saying, ‘We miss you’ from supportive women. Most of the negative comments had been from women – and it’s a shame. Now, women are saying, ‘Hey – girl power! That’s great, you’re a scientist on TV’, and that’s what I want to be consider as, because that’s what I am – the station scientist.” It’s a sentiment shared by WISH News Director Steve Bray. “Pamela has the ability to take the science of meteorology and break it down into a casual conversation with the information viewers need to know,” he said.

In 2011 Gardner joined WISH to anchor weekend weathercasts.

On weekdays she produces computer weather graphics for fellow meteorologist Randy Ollis (also a Lawrence Township resident.)

Then there’s the occasional weather story to be covered for newscasts, shooting video, or handling rush-hour traffic updates including reports from the news helicopter – a Jill of all trades, if you will. “Opportunities for women are exactly the same now – the playing field is even,” noted Gardner. “Gender has been largely removed and everyone has a fair chance [in TV]. It’s the education that matters.”

Weather forecasting and reporting is serious business, as evidenced by last year’s November 17th tornado outbreak across north central Indiana.

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“That day we were upgraded to high risk by the National Weather Service,” remembered Gardner, adding that such a designation is quite rare. “We had a game plan and were very prepared. I was in charge of social media. We had great chemistry – just a very ‘on’ day.” News director Bray – who also is a meteorologist – appreciates the value of skilled on-air personalities who know what they’re talking about. “Weather impacts everyone’s life, and Pam has the desire to let everyone know exactly what to expect when you head out the door, or to keep your family safe,” he said.

Ask Pam what her most embarrassing on-air slip-ups have been and she’ll cite the rare occasion when she’s butchered the name of a small Indiana town – a forgive-able offense, to be sure. This is Indiana, after all, where Vevay is pronounced “Veevee”, and Versailles is pronounced “Versales”. Go figure.

Since joining WISH, Gardner her husband, Nick, and their dog, Champ have resided in Lawrence – not far from her childhood home. Pam said choosing to live in Lawrence was a no-brainer.

“Everything just fell into place here. We have a beautiful home.

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For the aspiring TV personality Gardner suggests getting involved in the business as soon as possible with a job shadow or internship. “It’s very, very competitive. Don’t expect to make big money, or to be at CNN right off the bat,” she said. There’s a professional ladder to be climbed with steps that require perseverance, talent and a little luck too. Oh, and keep an eye open for one of those stick-on weather maps.

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