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A DAUGHTER’S TRIBUTE TO THE FATHER SHE NEVER KNEW Dad. Despite the physical absence, Brigitt knew he was near. “I learned about my dad at Indianapolis native Corporal Robert V. Reno the knee of my grandmother,” she said. Her last saw his wife and infant son Thanksgiving, paternal grandmother saved all of the letters 1944, before deploying with the U.S. Army’s exchanged with her dad, and his personal 71st Infantry Division, heading to WWII’s effects—his Army hat, both of his Purple European Theater. Easter Sunday, 1945, Hearts and other war medals. “In my mind, I General George Patton was making his final created a perfect father from photos and letters push toward Berlin, and the job of the 71st was and other memorabilia,” explained Brigitt. to protect Patton’s Third Army. That Easter marked the beginning of the inevitable end Brigitt grieved, especially so when she reached of Hitler’s Third Reich. Outside Altenstadt, the age her father had been when he was Germany, the 71st engaged the 6th SS killed. When her own boys were about the Mountain Nord Division in a three-day same age, she grieved again. “As an orphan of battle that was pivotal to the end of the war war, I’m fiercely proud of my father and his in Europe. Sadly, Cpl. Reno was a casualty on willingness to defend his country. It wasn’t that first day of the battle. Back home, Alberta until I discovered AWON, however, that I felt Reno was left widowed with 20-month-old kindred with other war orphans,” she said. Robert, and was five months pregnant with daughter Roberta “Brigitt” Reno. The American WWII Orphans Network (AWON) has connected war orphans via an Father’s Day has always been bittersweet for online community, and has provided Brigitt Brigitt Reno Caito. “That generation didn’t a group of friends who understand what it’s talk much about the war. There were no like to have grown up fatherless. For many big remembrances, there were no support war orphans, AWON has been a blessing—to groups, and less-than-zero attention was share their grief, but most importantly, to heal. given to those families left without a father,” said Brigitt. “We were supposed to look The Veterans Administration estimates forward, not back, and the orphans left approximately 183,000 children were left behind were ignored collateral damage.” fatherless by WWII. In truth, the number is understated, based only on families that Having no father figure, Brigitt felt incomplete qualified for available benefits. Many did not compared to her peers. The “Dick and Jane” accept help, and untold numbers may have world they lived in didn’t allow for fatherless not known of the assistance. As book authors children to feel accepted. It was the era when Susan Hadler and Anne Bennett Mix wrote in divorce wasn’t prevalent, and moms stayed Lost in Victory, “With the arrival of the deathhome to raise children. Alberta did her best, announcing telegram, silence descended like and Brigitt came to truly appreciate her Mom’s a fog.” For Brigitt, “Silence swept so much efforts to provide as normal lives as possible possibility under the rug.” Many people did for her and her brother. not want to hear about the loss of a father to war. It was supposed to be a victory party, and Still, Brigitt did not have a father. There were, no one wanted to be reminded of the cost.” however, traces of the man she had never called Writer / Kara Reibel
Brigitt spent much of her life discovering the father she never met and yet loved all the same—grateful for the pieces of his life left behind.
THEN A MIRACLE HAPPENED.
Fifty-nine years after her father’s death, Brigitt found an AWON online chat group discussing the discovery of recordings that a few of their fathers made prior to deployment. As a free service, Pepsi Corporation had offered GIs the opportunity to record personal messages on vinyl records to be sent home. Could it be possible? Brigitt asked her mom if she recalled any such recording. Initially, she said no. A few months later at Thanksgiving dinner, her mom produced an envelope containing a warped 45 rpm record with Cpl. Reno’s handwriting on the cover. Brigitt’s heart raced with excitement. Thanks to the technical genius of a Caito family neighbor who was an audiologist, Brigitt heard her father’s voice. “Hearing my dad’s voice for the first time was incredible. No one ever told me he sounded just like his brother,” remembered Brigitt. AWON members are proud of their fathers’ sacrifices. For them, dads are forever young, forever perfect, and are heroes. “They died that we might live in freedom. Their lives were cut short, but they are with us still,” said Brigitt. If you grew up without your father, wouldn’t it be natural to make him perfect? This writer says, “Happy Father’s Day, Dad. I love you.” A more detailed version of this story is available at TownePost.com.
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FRUGAL FAVORITES FOR FAMILY FUN FROM 2 BUCKS TO 20— THERE’S GOOD TIMES APLENTY! Writer & Photographer / Janet Gilray
Looking for frugal family favorites that won’t drain the family entertainment budget? Northern Hamilton County offers plenty of good times. Among the many options, in town and around, here are five frugal finds with distances from less than five miles to approximately 50 miles round trip traveling by rail. Here are five favorite frugal finds that we recommend for your family summer fun. Happy hunting for new frugal finds! If you have family favorites to share, email Janet Gilray at janet.voicesintime@gmail.com
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IN TOWN & AROUND FRUGAL FAVORITE #1
Create art. Fire the imagination and create memories that won’t fade away. Kiln Creations on Central Square offers unfinished pottery ($4 and up), and for a studio fee of $6 child/$8, adult coaching, tools, paint, glazing and firing are provided. Tues.-Sat. 11-6, Fri. 11-9, Sun. 12-5. 60 N. 9th Street, Noblesville
FRUGAL FAVORITE #2
Ride a merry-go-round/play miniature golf in the park. “Little Beauty” (circa 1922) captures the heart and soul of riders and onlookers both. At $2 per ride it’s the best value in town. It’s even better when you add a game of miniature golf (the course is right next to it: $2.50 child/$3 adult per game). Pay at the Sugar Shack where snow cones and other summertime goodies are offered at reasonable prices. Mon.-Sat. 10-7 and Sun. 11-6. Forest Park, Noblesville
Claire Bognar, daughter of Michael and Andrea Bognar, rides the Little Beauty Merry-Go-Round in Forest Park
FRUGAL FAVORITE #3
Take a train trip. The Indiana Transportation Museum station has a caboose and other train cars to explore for only $2 child/$3 adult, Sat. 9-5/Sun. 9-5. There is also a scenic northern excursion on the Blue Arrow train ride each Saturday evening that provides a unique view of northern Hamilton County (with an on-your-own dinner stop in the small town of Tipton). Depart at 5:15 p.m. and return at 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $10 child/$20 adult. Forest Park, Noblesville
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Hike a peaceful prairie. Strawtown Koteewi* (ko-TAY-wee) Park. As a translation of the Native American name implies (*prairie), this Hamilton County Park is off the beaten trail. Humans are sparse in these peaceful grasslands, but company is always welcome. Interpreters share wildflower hikes, Native American village tours, natural history interpretation and displays. No charge. Open Mon.-Sat. 10-5 and Sun. 1-5. Located at 12308 Strawtown Ave., Noblesville. Close by attractions include Strawtown Pottery and Antiques (retail) at 12738 Strawtown Ave., Tues.-Sat. 10-5, and the White River Campground (costs vary) at 11299 E. 234th St., Cicero
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Find a new favorite restaurant. Big Dog’s Smokehouse has plenty for hungry parents and a really good kids’ menu. Great prices on BBQ, $2.99 (¼ chicken) and up, at this quaint brick eatery featuring a dining room filled with antiques and old-timey memorabilia. It gets even better when the kids find out they serve mac ’n’ cheese with Campfire S’mores for dessert. Tues.-Sat. 11-9 p.m. 29 E. Jackson Street, Cicero atNoblesville.com / JULY 2014 / NOBLESVILLE / 5
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COME TO THE FAIR
HAMILTON COUNTY 4-H FAIR JULY 17-22, 2014 Writer / Maggie Herrington
Families are always welcome at the Hamilton County 4-H Fair, this year taking place July 17–22, 2014. Myriad 4-H contests, special events, and public activities—not to mention animals, displays and food—are available for families to enjoy during the fair’s five-day run at the Hamilton County 4-H Fairgrounds, 2003 Pleasant Street, Noblesville. The 4-H Fair is a fun, safe, family-friendly environment. There is no charge for admission or parking, and most activities are provided free of charge. Special events for 2014 include the Hamilton County 4-H Queen Pageant (Friday, July 11, 7 p.m.), Kitchen Invention Showdown (Thursday, July 17, 10 a.m.), Cooke and Belle Concert (Friday, July 18, 7 p.m.), Demolition Derby (Sunday, July 20, 6 p.m.) and a blood drive sponsored by the Hamilton County 4-H Council and the Indiana Blood Center (Friday, July 18, 3-7 p.m.) Blood drive participants will receive special discounts for fair food! Public activities include the Homemade Ice Cream Making Contest, Youth Talent Contest, Youth Pet Parade, Ice Cream Eating Contest, and the inaugural Color Me Green Fun Run. In addition to viewing more than 4,000 4-H projects, fairgoers can walk a llama, see baby chicks and rabbits, and maybe witness the birth of a baby pygmy goat. The showcase of classic “fair foods” includes elephant ears, corn-on-the-cob, funnel cakes, walking tacos, milkshakes, pork chops, rib-eyes, lamb burgers, rabbit brats, chicken tenders, lemon shake-ups and much more. Proceeds from all the food vendors support Hamilton County 4-H and other community programs. Exhibits on display during the 4-H Fair culminate the hard work of Hamilton County’s 4-H members, animal producers, Extension Homemakers and other artisans. For more information, contact the Purdue Extension Hamilton County Office at 317-776-0854 or visit online at extension.purdue.edu\hamilton. 6 / NOBLESVILLE / JULY 2014 / atNoblesville.com
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A RACE AGAINST CANCER
bad news. Doctors said the lymph nodes were involved, changing her diagnosis to stage 3A lung cancer. “I was just shocked by the whole thing,” Courtney lamented. I am in my early 40s and I’ve never smoked. How could I possibly have lung cancer?” Doctors would soon determine it was a gene mutation that really has nothing to do with smoking. Courtney—who is a single mother of two—is scheduled for 12 chemo treatments, followed by 5 1/2 weeks of radiation. “The treatments are rough,” said Courtney. “Feels like ice running through your veins.”
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In the June newsletter at the Hare Chevrolet dealership, there was a small story from co-owner Courtney Cole that took many by surprise. Cole, who owns the dealership with her sister Monica Peck, wrote candidly about running her very first marathon in January and how she is now in a much different race—a race against time as she battles Stage 3A lung cancer. “I just wanted to get all the facts out there,” says Courtney as we chatted in a restaurant recently to discuss her journey. Dressed in casual clothes and wearing a ponytail, Courtney joked about how lucky she was to still have her hair after starting chemo treatments in May. We also laughed about how we ordered water on the rocks, instead of a beer, as she needed to “hydrate” for the next day’s chemo treatments.“ I’m just taking this all one day at time,” said Courtney with her courageous smile. In mid-February, just weeks after her first marathon, Courtney experienced extreme chest pains that led to a trip to the emergency room and eventually a diagnosis of Stage 1 lung cancer. She underwent surgery to remove a lesion on her lung, but then, more
Her family made her a blanket full of photos to take to her treatments. Her sister Monica gathered some cute hats and scarves in case Courtney starts losing her hair. Overall, the longtime Noblesville resident says the outpouring of support has been amazing and somewhat overwhelming. Friends from childhood have looked her up and cancer patients from all over have shared their stories and offered support through social media. Trying to keep it business as usual, Courtney and Monica—known as the “Sisters of Savings” in their themed radio ads—recorded radio spots ahead of time, in case Courtney is too weak from treatments down the road. As we left the restaurant on that sunny afternoon, Courtney said she hates to miss the summer weather. I reminded her it was supposed to rain for the next couple of days, to which she replied, “Good, that makes me feel better!” I know there will be many more sunny days ahead for Courtney, as well as some rainy days, too. But just like conquering her first marathon, she is a strong woman with a great support system of family, friends, colleagues and fans to cheer her on all the way. For more information, go to: patcarlini.com
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HOOSIER ‘KARATE EXPERTS’ AUDITION FOR AMERICA’S GOT TALENT Writer / Tom Britt
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t was a Tuesday night after a long Memorial Day weekend and I was watching television, flipping back and forth between America’s Got Talent and a baseball game. Unfortunately, the Dodgers were beating the Reds, so I spent most of my evening watching the “talent show on steroids” premier episode. That’s when a 20-something kid came out and said, “My name is Dustin’s Dojo and I’m a trained black belt and I learned to be a black belt at Roger Baker’s Taekwondo and Pizza, Pensacola, Florida.” He took a bow with his silent sidekick who was wearing a ski mask “This is my friend Terry and I am his sensei,” he added, followed by a roar of laughter from the audience. Over the course of the next five minutes I witnessed the funniest karate parody I’ve ever seen. Dustin’s Dojo put on a demonstration featuring the breaking of flimsy wood slats, 60 seconds of full-extension punches, and a face full of salt thrown into his eyes by Terry “when he least expected it.” Comedy genius was rewarded with a golden buzzer save by judge Howard Stern, which allowed them to go to the next round in New York this July.
I rewound the skit, watched it with my wife several times, and posted a link of the clip on my Facebook wall the following morning, noting, “This was the hardest I’ve laughed in a long time.”
Then something magical happened. One of my Facebook friends left a comment that Terry Terry was his wife’s cousin from the Indy area. These guys are locals? I had to meet them. So we headed west with a carload of people: our trusty videographer Mitch Jacki, and magazine designers and fans Alyssa Sander and Austin Vance. Our rendezvous spot was in Covington, Indiana at the famous Beef House Restaurant in their back parking lot. From there, Dustin’s Dojo and Terry Terry took us to two of their training locations in Fountain County: The “snake pit” and the “road that leads down to the river.” Dustin’s Dojo, donning his WWE Santino Marella t-shirt, treated us to an on-camera, in-character interview. He told us about his karate inspirations, being bullied in 3rd grade and roundhouse kicking his nemesis in the ear, the ever-presence of attackers and what they would do with the $1 million grand prize should they win America’s Got Talent. “We would build the Roger Baker Taekwondo and Pizza, Pensacola, Florida, Fountain County.” Off camera, Dustin Britton (Dustin’s Dojo) and Ed Kent (Terry Terry) talked about their backgrounds and the events that led up to their premier. They met through their church, where Britton is the youth minister. When they heard that America’s Got Talent
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was doing auditions in Indianapolis, they came up with these two characters and fleshed out the skit on the drive over to the Indiana State Fairgrounds. “We were in character all day long,” said Britton. “The producers didn’t know what to think of us. At the end of the day, I broke down and laughed when he questioned my ‘world record’ for full extension punches thrown in 60 seconds. The entire room erupted.” Their act is like watching Napoleon Dynamite trying to understudy Bruce Lee. Dustin’s Dojo speaks loudly, as if you’ll believe him if he says it with pronounced authority. Terry Terry, whose name is a spoof on local horror movie host Sammy Terry, looks around aimlessly, trying to spot attackers. “Only locals would get the Sammy Terry reference,” Kent said with a laugh. With their newfound fame, Britton has created a website at DustinsDojo.com where he posts exercise videos, karate demonstrations and merchandise including a “Roger Baker’s Taekwondo and Pizza, Pensacola, Florida” t-shirt. As for America’s Got Talent, the two will be making their second-round appearance sometime in July. Be sure to watch on Tuesdays at 8 p.m. for their New York debut.
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INDIANA’S NEW SECOND CHANCE LAW Writer / Mario Massillamany
We all make mistakes in our youth. Sometimes even as adults. Luckily for us, the Indiana General Assembly just revised the expungement laws (Indiana Code 35-5-5.5 and 35-38-8, 9) to give Hoosiers a second chance. The Legislature understood that old arrests and convictions can prevent you from getting a job, renting an apartment, serving in the military, or participating in service groups. Known as the “Second Chance Law,” the new law allows for sealing arrest records and expunging certain convictions.
SEALING PRIOR ARRESTS
Sometimes a person will get arrested but the charges will be dismissed due to mistaken identity, not committing the crime, or lack of evidence. But those arrests still appear in that person’s record. Under the new law, if you were arrested but never convicted of the crime charged, you can have the arrest sealed one year later. This can be vital for future employment, as the arrest will not appear in a background check, nor would you need to disclose the arrest on a job application.
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If you were convicted of a misdemeanor or Class D Felony that was reduced to a misdemeanor (AMS), you can petition the court for an expungement five years after the conviction. For D Felony convictions that did not result in a bodily injury, the waiting period is eight years from the date of conviction. For more serious felonies, the waiting period will be either eight or ten years and can require written consent from the
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CHUCK LAYTON TO BE GRAND MARSHAL OF JULY 4th PARADE Writer / Tracy Line
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t didn’t take long to decide, and the committee’s vote was unanimous. The only person surprised by the choice was Chuck Layton himself.
But there’s a reason Layton was selected to be Grand Marshal of the July 4th parade. Layton is an exemplary citizen. His life is one of service and dedication to his career, family, community and country.
Layton and his fellow soldiers devised an escape plan. For weeks they observed the guards’ behavior, and when the time was right, they fled. Layton led the crew, killing two guards in the process.
Layton has some happier wartime memories. While on a mission in Korea, he discovered a young boy guarding his deceased mother. The squad brought him back to their camp. Layton connected Layton grew up during the Great Depression. deeply with the boy, christening him “NoName.” “I still have a photo,” he notes. Times were tough and at age five, he began working on a farm. By age twelve, he’d landed “It [meeting him] was a blessing.” a job breaking in horses. “I got 50 cents a After the army, Layton married, had ride,” says Layton, “and did as many as 20 rides a day.” Little did he know then, his most children and maintained a successful career. He never dwelled on the past, but he carried difficult work lay ahead. the memories with him. “I was a mess,” says Layton, “and I told no one.” But in Just days before his 22nd birthday, Layton 2011, with the help of Tammy Elmore and was drafted. He served in Japan and then Georgiann Coons, Layton decided to write North Korea. There he and 36 others were his life story. captured and held as POWs. For 17 weeks the soldiers were confined to a mud hut Escaped with Honor: A True Story of a with no light, no latrine and no heat. “We Korean War POW/MIA was released in weren’t allowed to talk,” recalls Layton. “If November. “Twenty-two to twenty-six we did, all hell broke loose.”
veterans commit suicide daily,” says Layton. “I decided if I could help one of them, it would be worth it.” Layton has been awarded with a Purple Heart, the Combat Infantry Badge and the Korean Presidential Citation. July 4th is an important holiday for him: “When I go to a parade and see the American flag, the hairs on the back of my neck stand up.”
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NOBLESVILLE FOURTH OF JULY PARADE AND FESTIVAL Celebrate July 4th in style at Noblesville’s annual parade, festival and fireworks display. Schedule is as follows: * Fourth of July parade: 5 p.m. Parade begins at 16th & Harrison, traveling down Logan, 9th and Monument Streets. * July 4th Festival: Food, live music, fun and games; 6-10 p.m., at Noblesville High School, 18111 Cumberland Rd. * Fireworks display, beginning at 10 p.m. (can be seen from grounds of Noblesville High School).
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Undoubtedly you’ve seen or heard about the newest restaurant at Hamilton Town Center. Everybody is trying to get to Chuy’s for some Tex-Mex food. The question is… does Chuy’s live up to the hype? Straight from Austin, Texas, this chain restaurant brings a funky new Tex-Mex addition to the typical Mexican restaurants here in Central Indiana. From the moment you walk in, you’ll imagine you’re visiting the Riverwalk in downtown San Antonio. With its vibrant colors and whimsical Mexican artwork,
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Chuy’s just feels like a fiesta! And that certainly caught your Girls About Town’s attention. Whether it’s the Nacho Car Bar on the immediate left, the main dining area with its forest of palm trees created and hand-painted by an artist from Belize, or the quaint outside patio with Tejano music playing in the background, you’ll want to sit back, relax, and order up some margaritas. Surprise, surprise: we started in the bar. We loved the Elvis-inspired 1950s car (yes, it is actually a car) stuffed full of tortilla chips and salsas. Its self-serve style makes it easy to scoop up extra chips…and nobody will know. Even better, from 4-7 p.m. daily, the Nacho Car Bar really revs up during happy
hour, serving ground beef, refried beans, warm chili con queso and an abundance of salsas and chips for an unparalleled nacho experience you won’t find anywhere else… and it’s free! The walls are decorated with colorful art and framed pictures of cute dogs; you can even bring in your own poochie pic for display. TVs surround the room as well, so diners are sure not to miss their favorite sporting event. Our waiter automatically brought us the Salsa Fresca and then happily explained all the other seven different sauces available to go with dinners and our ultra-thin tortilla chips. They’re all spice-meter ranked on the menu, from mild to medium to hot, so you know what you’re getting into before they dish
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it out. Both of us really enjoyed trying the different sauces and ultimately settled in with our favorites, with Rachel preferring the Creamy Jalapeño, and Chalene preferring the Salsa Fresca. It’s made fresh every hour and is amazing…like the kind you probably make at home. When we opened the menu to order some beverages, we were taken aback by the selection and ingenuity of margarita styles. We were impressed with their freshness. Every margarita here is made with freshsqueezed lime juice, and premium tequilas are in no short supply. You’ll love Chuy’s Famous Ritas, served on the rocks, frozen, strawberry, or “swirl and dot.” You can also try the not-to-miss Texas Martini, made to order with the tequila of your choice—”all shook up, not stirred”—and served with jalapeño-stuffed olives.
don’t even have a freezer in the kitchen. It’s all made from scratch daily, and you can definitely taste the difference. This place is Tex-Mex heaven! The Appetizer Plate, chock-full of everything from guacamole to flautas and quesadillas, was awesome and more than filled us, but that didn’t stop us from over-indulging with some off-the-hook entrees. The fajitas made with real beef skirt steak and whole chicken breasts are marinated for 24 hours in a signature blend of Shiner Bock beer, serrano peppers, lime juice and special spices. The Chicka-Chicka Boom-Boom enchiladas are a Chuy’s original with the chicken roasted daily and hand-pulled for an exceptional enchilada that’s topped with green chile chipotle sauce. Do not miss trying this dish!
Hailing from their Texas roots and velvet artwork at the original Chuy’s location is another original creation, Elvis Green Chile Fried Chicken. This delicious deepfried chicken breast has been coated with Lay’s Potato Chips, then smothered in green chile sauce and cheddar cheese. What a big hunk o’ love. So, we come back to the question…does Chuy’s live up to the hype? Absolutely. It is the perfect place to dine if you’re shopping at Hamilton Town Center, on your way to a concert, or just out to have a good time with friends. If there’s a wait, just head into the bar for a margarita. Don’t miss this spot. Chuy’s is where it’s at. As always, Cheers! Oops—make that ¡SALUD!
As fun and impressive as the decor, bar, and margaritas are, la estrella real is the food. (That’s the “real star,” for all you gringos.) Food is taken seriously here! From the onsite comal machine whipping out fresh hand-rolled tortillas behind a glass wall, to the homemade daily salsas frescas, you’ll love it all. The food here is so fresh they
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NOBLESVILLE STREET DANCE FOSTERS A SENSE OF COMMUNITY What’s the biggest local summertime party of the year in Noblesville? It’s Main Street’s 23rd Annual Street Dance on July 12 from 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and this year promises more of the same great food, music, dancing, and drinks, but it doesn’t stop there. For the 15,000+ revelers who attended last year, Noblesville Main Street has expanded on the activities that entertain all ages. Along with several stores that will be open on the square, the marketplace will be open for business and includes local vendors displaying and selling their arts and crafts. Allison Behr, artisan and owner of LittleGypsie, is looking forward to this year. “Last year was the first year they had the marketplace. I design handmade hair accessories and also sell bohemian-style
clothing, and a venue such as the Street Dance is a perfect place for family fun and a great way to be part of our local community. I live in Noblesville, I’m at the Farmer’s Market, and with LittleGypsie being an online business, I enjoy being able to have face-to-face interaction. I enjoy the music, bring my family, eat all types of food and my three-year-old daughter loves riding the Indiana Transportation Museum’s Caboose!”
When asked about the impact the Street Dance has on Noblesville, Mike Chesser, President of Noblesville Main Street, replied, “We get so busy in our lives that we still seek out the older values of wanting to connect and be part of community. The Noblesville Street Dance fosters that sense of community. From empty-nesters to families with kids in school, from our younger and older generations, and people wanting to connect and meet new friends, the Street Dance is a place for everyone to come together all in Along with the marketplace, there will be a one area, to listen to great music, all while Business Showcase, a Taste of Noblesville connecting our business community with from local restaurants, and the Car Show, which has expanded to include motorcycles. our social community.” There will be activities for all ages, including face painting, a rock-climbing wall, a zip line Parking and attendance are free. Caboose rides will shuttle to and from Forest Park. and Touch-a-Truck, which includes farm For more information, visit Noblesville equipment, a snow plow, a mail truck and Main Street at noblesvillemainstreet.org or emergency vehicles. call 317-776-0205.
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