March 26, 2019 — Carmel by Current Publishing

Tuesday, March 26, 2019

Carmel Marathon draws participants from across the U.S., beyond / P16

Mayoral campaigns accuse each other of bribery / P3

Council approves neighborhood near busy intersection / P5

Carmel pet care service earns top award / P22

Residential Customer Local ECRWSS

Indianapolis, IN Permit No. 1525 U.S. Postage Paid Presorted Standard

March 26, 2019

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

“Most people want a diamond ring for their 50th anniversary. I chose a titanium knee.” – pat g.

It was in a jazzercise class that Pat had to face the music. Her knee was shot. That’s when she turned to Community’s Center for Joint Health. After being given a what-to-expect guide and participating in the pre-op class, she had a total knee replacement. The sole purpose was to dance with her husband at their 50th anniversary party. Mission accomplished. Pat also is back to traveling and doing jazzercise. At age 75, her next goal is to outlive the 20 year warranty on that new titanium knee. Exceptional care. Simply delivered.

eCommunity.com/joint

SC-5192_Ortho_Pat_Current.indd 1

3/5/19 11:44 AM

March 26, 2019

COMMUNITY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Contact the Editor

Have a news tip? Want to submit a calendar event? Have a photograph to share? Contact Managing Editor Ann Marie Shambaugh at annmarie@youarecurrent.com or call 317.489.4444 ext. 803. You may also submit information on our website, currentincarmel.com. Remember our news deadline is typically eight days prior to publication.

Want to advertise?

Current in Carmel reaches virtually 100 percent of the households in 46032 and 46033 by U.S. Postal Service every Tuesday. For more on reaching this audience, call Dennis O’Malia at 317.370.0749 or e-mail him at dennis@youarecurrent.com.

Join our community

www.facebook.com/currentincarmel www.twitter.com/CI_Carmel

On the cover

Runners pass through the tunnel under I-465 just north of 96th Street along the Monon Trail during a previous Carmel Marathon. (Submitted photo) Founded October 24, 2006, at Carmel, IN Vol. XII, No. 22 Copyright 2019. Current Publishing, LLC All Rights Reserved. 30 South Range Line Road Carmel, IN 46032 317.489.4444 info@youarecurrent.com The views of the columnists in Current in Carmel are their own and do not necessarily reflect the positions of this newspaper.

PuccinisSmilingTeeth.com

Now offering Vegan Cheese & Sausage!

Mayoral campaigns allege bribery By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com Members of Carmel’s two mayoral campaigns have accused each other of bribery to keep Fred POLITICS Glynn, who is challenging incumbent Mayor Jim Brainard, from seeking the office. Glynn, a Hamilton County councilor and first-time mayoral candidate, said that his Glynn then-campaign manager Dan Hennessey had a Feb. 3 meeting with a member of Brainard’s campaign and the county Republican Party chair. Glynn said Hennessey — who has since gone to work for Brainard’s campaign — reported back that Brainard’s campaign was offering Glynn $140,000 not to run against the mayor in the May 7 municipal primary election. Allan Sutherlin, Brainard’s campaign manager in previous elections who now serves as a consultant, said he represented the Brainard campaign at the meeting. He denied that the Brainard campaign offered Glynn money and that the request for payment not to run came from Hennessey. Brainard campaign manager Laken Sisko also denied the allegations. “Under no circumstance would our campaign ever offer $140,000 to Fred Glynn,” she said. “We are judicious in how we invest our supporters’ funds.” Glynn said after he rejected the offer of $140,000 not to run, Hennessey notified him approximately a week later that he would be joining Brainard’s campaign. “He went on to say that the Brainard campaign offered him $40,000 to leave my campaign and come work for them,” Glynn said, adding that Hennessey indicated he was facing financial difficulties. When reached by phone, Hennessey declined to comment for this story. Neither side plans to pursue legal action. Sutherlin said he and Hamilton County Republican Party Chairwoman Laura Campbell met with Hennessey at the Feb. 3 meeting before Glynn filed for office to show him polling numbers that they believed indicated strong

support for Brainard and that Glynn would have a tough time winning the election. Campbell said it’s not unusual for her to meet with potential candidates before they file for office to discuss their campaigns and what is best for the party. “I was looking to avoid a big costly primary, especially heading into next year’s presidential elections,” she said, and confirmed that the request for $140,000 came from Hennessey. Brainard Sutherlin said the purpose of the meeting contradicted the notion that Brainard’s campaign is worried about the impact of Glynn’s candidacy and would therefore offer him money not to run. “Why in the world would I offer a candidate that I consider a distraction anything other than (the question), ‘Why are you doing this to the party?’” Sutherlin said. He said Hennessey’s asking for funds to pay Glynn not to run was the first time he’d heard such a request in his decades of running campaigns. “It’s the most absurd thing I’ve ever experienced,” he said. Glynn said that Hennessey’s departure has not negatively impacted his campaign. “I’m not sure what they think they accomplished by bribing Dan, since he was not doing much at that time,” Glynn said. “My campaign team is still intact, and we have since hired another campaign manager. We are moving forward even stronger at this point.” Brainard, who said he was not at the meeting and does not know the details of what was discussed at it, said that Hennessey has been working on voter registration, yard signs, marketing and other tasks for his campaign. “He saw the difference in our campaigns and chose to work on (my) campaign,” he said. According to his LinkedIN profile, Hennessey previously worked for the Office of the Indiana Attorney General, as campaign manager for Greg Pence for Congress and as a statewide field director for Mike Pence for Indiana. He’s also worked with campaigns in Kentucky, Ohio and Michigan.

With over 25 vegan toppings to choose from – make your perfect vegan pie! DISPATCHES

Retired K-9 officer dies — The Carmel Police Dept. announced the death of Wazir, a retired K-9 officer. Wazir became an officer in 2010 and retired in June 2018. He was born in Wazir the Netherlands and was trained to find drugs and locate criminals. Mulch sale – The Forest Dale PTO mulch sale features varieties from Musselman Farms with no sales tax and free delivery within Carmel, Fishers, Westfield and Noblesville. Deliveries will take place April 17 and 18. Place orders at https://fde.formstack.com/forms/2019_mulch_sale. CCPR names assistant director — Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation has named Kurtis Baumgartner as the department’s assistant director. Baumgartner has worked with the agency for nine years and most recently served as the Monon Community Center director. As CCPR assisBaumgartner tant director, Baumgartner is responsible for overall operations of the park and recreation system. Board Break-A-Thon – Master Yoo’s World Class Tae Kwon Do will hold the sixth annual Board Break-A-Thon from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 20 at Carmel High School, 520 E. Main St. Organizers are aiming to break 5,000 boards to raise $35,000 for Peyton Manning Children’s Hospital. Learn more by calling 317-706-8800 or emailing IndianaTKD@gmail.com. Golden Hoosier Award – Nominations are being accepted for the 2019 Golden Hoosier award. The award honors Hoosier senior citizens for their lifetime of service and commitment to their communities. To be eligible, nominees must be an Indiana resident, age 65 or older and have been a volunteer in the community for the past three years. Learn more and submit nominations at in.gov/lg/2532.htm.

March 26, 2019

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

March 26, 2019

COMMUNITY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Neighborhood near busy roundabout OK’d

DISPATCHES

By Ann Marie Shambaugh • AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

of concerns about the traffic, but it was an excellent proposal.” Before the vote, City of Carmel Engineering AdminisThe Carmel City Council approved plans for a maxitrator Josh Kirsh showed a video he took of traffic at mum of 165 dwellings on 60 acres on the northeast the 136th Street and Keystone Parkway roundabout, the corner of Keystone Parkway and DEVELOPMENT 136th Street. city’s only roundabout that uses a light system to control traffic during peak hours. He said the heavy traffic Carmel-based Old Town Compaonly lasted 15 to 20 minutes, with vehicles waiting to nies will develop the project, which was originally progo through the intersection for more than two minutes. posed to have 238 dwellings. City councilor Sue Finkam, Traffic peaks shortly after 7:15 a.m. whose district includes the project as students head to Carmel High site, said the developer’s willingSchool. ness to work with nearby residents PERSONALIZE YOUR NEW HOME AT NO ADDITIONAL COST Finkam said a traffic study showed throughout the process is among the LOFT OR SECONDARY that the newBEDROOM neighborhood should reasons she supported it. not significantly add to the traffic “The developer started with the burden in the area and that other neighbors approximately a year road improvement projects, such as ago in the spring,” she said. “Before of homeSECONDARY planned the future expansion of Lowe’s Way, us tonight is (the culmination) of aLOFTAn example of a typeOR BEDROOM for the development. (Submitted photo) should help ease congestion. year’s worth of meetings that startFinkam said Old Town’s final proposal included several ed with a group of HOA representatives.” important features, including preservation of the historThe dwellings will consist of single-family homes and townhomes. Old Town originally proposed condos on the ic home on the property, a perimeter path that connects to the Hagan-Burke Trail and a commitment to build site as well but took them out of the plan after meeting custom homes. She said she was disappointed that the with nearby residents. developer did not include lower-level priced homes to Councilor Tony Green cast the lone vote against the bring more affordable housing to the city’s east side. project. “I know several of us are concerned about that,” she “The product and proposal we have before us today is said. “We’ll continue to look for the right project to do much better than the (planned unit development) that that with.” was brought to us earlier on,” he said. “I still have lots

PERSONALIZE YOUR NEW HOME AT NO ADDITIONAL COST

ALL CLOSING COSTS ARE PAID*

From left, State. Sen. J.D. Ford, Chris Moe and Jack Moe. (Submitted photo)

Students serve as pages — Carmel residents Chris Moe, a senior at Carmel High School, and Jack Moe, a seventh-grade student at Carmel Middle School, recently served as pages for State Sen. John Ruckelshaus. Chris has served as a page at the Statehouse for seven years in a row, beginning when he was in sixth grade. Gardening help – The Hamilton County Soil & Water Conservation District has resources available to help with gardening questions and issues. As part of its Urban Agriculture program, SWCD staff members are available for free site visits to any backyard and community vegetable garden in Hamilton County. Staff can provide guidance with planning, advice on weed and pest management, soil health information, yield increase through conservation, tip sheets and more. To schedule a site visit, contact Andrew Fritz at andrew.fritz@hamiltoncounty.in.gov or 317-773-2181. Learn more at HamiltonSWCD.org/UrbanAgriculture.

Choose to move into one of our beautiful PLAN NAME and you can have your closing costs paid*

Visit a model home to learn more about 3 Bed | 2.5 Bath | 2,468 Sq. Ft. | Modern Kitchen | Choice Plans TM

CHOICE PERSONALIZE YOUR NEW HOME AT PLANS! NO ADDITIONAL COST Visit a model home to learn more about AT BEAZER, YOU CAN PERSONLIZE THE CHOICE PLANS!

LOFT

KITCHEN, MASTER BATH AND SECONDARY AREAS TOYOU CREATE A HOME THAT OR SECONDARY AT BEAZER, CANBEDROOM PERSONLIZE THECATERS SPECIFICALLY TO YOUR LIFESTYLE. THE BEST KITCHEN, MASTER BATH AND SECONDARY AREAS TO CREATE A HOME THAT CATERS PART ABOUT CHOICE PLANS? YOU’RE ABLE SPECIFICALLY YOUR LIFESTYLE. THE BEST TO DO ALL TO THIS AT NO ADDITIONAL COST.

PART ABOUT CHOICE PLANS? YOU’RE ABLE THE WOODLANDS TOWNHOMES

TOSTART DO ALL THIS AT NO ADDITIONAL COST. PERSONALIZING YOUR NEW HOME Lorem ipsum dolor amet bicycle rights gochujang yeho NEW 1000 HOMES FROM Abernathy RoadTHE• MID TODAY. • Lorem ipsum dolor amet bicycle rights gochujang yeho $200s-$400s START PERSONALIZING YOUR NEW HOME Atlanta, GA 30306 • Lorem ipsum dolor amet bicycle rights gochujang yeho NEW HOMES FROM THE MID • Lorem ipsum dolor ametTODAY. bicycle rights gochujang yeho 770-123-4569 $200s-$400s

From the $XXXs

This community is perfect for a suburban lifestyle with close proximity to the For locations, call (317) 523-1141 oras visit Beazer.com cityand local entertainment, such Marietta Square. For locations, call (317) 523-1141 or visit Beazer.com

Visit a model home to learn more about *Pricing, features and availability subject to change without notice. See New Home Counselor for complete details. ©2019 Beazer *Pricing, features, and availability subject to change without notice. SeeCHOICE New Home Counselor for complete details. ©2019 Beazer Homes. All Rights Homes. All Rights Reserved. PLANS! Reserved. *Pricing, features, and availability subject to change without notice. See New Home Counselor for complete details. ©2019 Beazer Homes. All Rights Reserved.

AT BEAZER, YOU CAN PERSONLIZE THE KITCHEN, MASTER BATH AND SECONDARY

Visit a model home to learn more about CHOICE PLANS! AT BEAZER, YOU CAN PERSONLIZE THE KITCHEN, MASTER BATH AND SECONDARY AREAS TO CREATE A HOME THAT CATERS SPECIFICALLY TO YOUR LIFESTYLE. THE BEST PART ABOUT CHOICE PLANS? YOU’RE ABLE TO DO ALL THIS AT NO ADDITIONAL COST. START PERSONALIZING YOUR NEW HOME TODAY. NEW HOMES FROM THE MID $200s-$400s

March 26, 2019

COMMUNITY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

from Lowes Way to Keystone CARMEL Parkway is ongoing, with Range Line Road is closed completion expected in June. southbound between Eighth FISHERS Street to just south of Clay CONSTRUCTION Periodic lane restrictions Terrace for installation of will be in effect on 96th a stormwater collection Street between Lantern Road and system and pedestrian connectivity. Cumberland Road through March. These The city expects to finish the project this restrictions will be short term to drop trees spring. for the road-widening project. Lane restrictions are under way Southbound and northbound traffic on Alnear Keystone Parkway and 96th Street, lisonville Road is now on newly constructwhere a new roundabout interchange is ed pavement. This will remain the traffic being built. Construction is expected to last reconfiguration as construction continues through the year. into spring 2019. The speed limit is 30 mph. Construction on a new access ramp

DISPATCHES

INDOT seeks input — INDOT will host a public open house from 5:30 to 7 p.m. March 27 at Red Bridge Park, 1050 S. Pearl St. in Cicero, to educate residents and gather feedback for the U.S. 31 at 236th St. interchange study. The study will help determine the type of interchange INDOT will install.

Ladies tea — Fellowship in Christ Church, 310 N. Range Line Rd., will host Coffee, Tea, and Thee for ladies from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. This is open to all women in the community and there is no cost to attend.

Dodgeball fundraiser — The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Shop for Kids Dodge, Duck and Dip Dodgeball Challenge is set for April 27 at Hamilton Heights High School, 25802 State Rte 19 in Arcadia. The double-elimination tournament will serve as a fundraiser for the Shop for Kids program, which provides $200 shopping trips during the holidays for less-fortunate children in Hamilton County. The entry fee is $100 for a team of six. For more, email ShopforKidsHC@gmail.com.

Emergency care and more All the care you need, all in one place When you need emergency care for your heart, a stroke or for another emergency, Ascension St. Vincent care teams work quickly to understand your needs and provide the care that’s right for you. From there, we connect you with the right specialists for follow-up care.

St. Vincent Carmel 13500 N. Meridian St. Carmel, IN 46032

March 26, 2019

COMMUNITY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Seniors honored for service By Renee Larr • news@currentincarmel.com Two Carmel High School seniors were recently named Distinguished Finalists by the Prudential Spirit ACHIEVEMENT of Community Awards. The nationwide program honors young people for outstanding acts of volunteerism. Armaan Goel founded Code for Change, a nonprofit that provides high school students with opportunities to volunteer in the tech field. One of the projects the group parGoel ticipated in was creating a digitized hall pass system. “The hall pass was a paper-based system,” Goel said. “So, our goal was kind of to digitize that and make a mobile and webbased client that allows people to request passes, allows teachers to interface and for students to go in and out. We’re working on streamlining that process and making it more user-friendly.” They also created a complaint registration system for the Indiana Civil Rights Commission.

“The system we created streamlines that and makes it easier for both the organization to deal with these complaints, but also makes it easier for people with complaints to register them,” Goel said. Jonathan “Reece” Tofaute has spent the last 10 years teaching children with special needs to ice skate through Indy Twisters, a nonprofit hockey team his father founded. “I started working with Indy Twisters when I was 7 years old,” Tofaute said. “It was a very, very surreal but rewarding experience, especially after getting Tofaute to interact with some of the parents and having the opportunity to speak with them and hear their stories.” Tofaute is humbled to be honored by doing something he felt he would have done anyway. “It’s really about the rewards you get when you get to see how happy the kids are made by what you’re doing,” he said. “I’m flattered to receive the award, but the point of what I was doing wasn’t to receive recognition.” For more, visit spirit.prudential.com.

OUTSTANDING LOCATIONS. TIMELESS DESIGNS. OldTownDesignGroup.com

NEW MODEL NOW OPEN STARTING AT $390K Exclusively available at:

Scout sorts choir costumes By Renee Larr • news@currentincarmel.com

Build with the Leading Custom Home Builder We’ve developed a new line of homes, called the Key Series, that combines great design, exemplary building practices and top of the line materials with a surprisingly affordable price point. Visit our new model home to see what the Key Series has to offer.

Eagle Scout Nathan Felix, center, pauses with his parents, Paul and Nicki. (Submitted photo)

SCHEDULE YOUR PRIVATE TOUR TODAY!

465

WESTFIELD BLVD

116TH ST

MONON TRAIL

to complete. “Nathan and his team of helpers spent countless hours taking photos of each item and creating a uniform label for the outside of each tub,” Kathrine Kouns, CHS director of choirs, stated in an email. “They made sure to put each tub in a specific location based on the garment type and color, and Nathan created a database for logging all of the costumes so that we can quickly and easily find what we have without having to walk upstairs and stare at hundreds of tubs.”

MERIDIAN ST

Carmel High School junior Nathan Felix didn’t have to look far for inspiration for his Eagle Scout project ACHIEVEMENT for the Boy Scouts of America. Felix is a member of New Edition, an upper intermediate level mixed choir at CHS. “I asked a teacher if he had any ideas of things I could do for my project,” Felix said. “He told me the performing arts department had this upstairs costume room that is filled with costumes and they don’t know what is up there and what was no longer usable.” The costumes were stored in totes, organized by color, but finding exactly what was needed was still difficult. “I created an online database that has a locator for each of those boxes with the costumes inside, so they know exactly what is where,” Felix said. “And if they’re looking for a specific type of costume, they can just type it in and a list of things will just pop up.” With more than 700 totes to sort and organize, the project took more than a month

106TH ST 99TH ST 96TH ST

317.691.6885

Text “OTDG” to: 555888 for a sneak peek at our model photo gallery.

March 26, 2019

COMMUNITY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

DISPATCHES Angels & Doves event — Angels & Doves will present a night of fun to help stop bullying in schools beginning at 7 p.m. April 27 at Danny Boy Beer Brewery & Whiskey Distillery, 12702 Meeting House Rd. in Carmel. The event will include beer and whiskey tastings, food samplings, a professional comedian, live music, silent auction and more. Tickets cost $75 for an individual or $100 for a couple. Learn more at angelsanddoves.com. Race to benefit cancer research — This year, the Challenge 5K Walk Run will benefit the Tyler Trent Cancer Researach Endowment. Trent, a Carmel resident, was the first student to serve on the Director’s Advisory Board for the Purdue Center for Cancer Research. The race begins at 8:30 a.m. April 13 at Ross-Ade Stadium, 850 Steven Beering Dr., in West Lafayette. Sign up and learn more at ThePurdueChallenge.com. Creative writers meetings — Carmel Creative Writers wants to give writers of all levels and genres the opportunity to network, learn and share. Join them for meetings on the second Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. at Hoosier Salon, 22 N. Range Line Rd. Guest speakers, a yearly anthology, and input on writing samples are all part of the meetings. For more, email rcjennings5@gmail.com. Newcomers Club — Newcomers Club of Carmel, a nonprofit social club, connects its members with friends, engages in activities and explores the community. Monthly activities include a welcome coffee, a luncheon event and 32 interest group meetings. For more, visit carmelnewcomers.com or call 317-564-8349

April 19th & 20th SAVE UP TO 50% off our overstock of natural stone remnants April 19 from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. and April 20 from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Our discounted prices will allow you to find that perfect addition for your home. These smaller pieces are great for vanity tops, end tables, lazy susans, tabletops and island counters! Stop by early with your dimensions in hand to get first pick of these beautiful natural stone remnants. We look forward to helping you transform your space with these great deals!

Scholarships offered — Tru Direction, Inc. will award scholarships of $500 to $2,500 per qualified applicant (maximum $10,000 per calendar year) as determined by the scholarship committee. Scholarships may be used for any related expenses for college, university, trade school or technical school. Applications are due by March 31. Learn more at trudirection.org. Best Buddies Friendship Walk — The Best Buddies Friendship Walk will be from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. April 28 at Celebration Plaza at White River State Park, 801 W. Washington St., Indianapolis. The walk and celebration raise awareness and funds to support inclusion of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For more, visit bestbuddiesfriendshipwalk.org.

March 26, 2019

COMMUNITY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Mayor: Hotel financing delay saves money By Ann Marie Shambaugh AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com As the skeleton of Carmel’s luxury hotel begins to take shape adjacent to the Palladium, the city has not DEVELOPMENT closed on its portion of financing for the project, instead using Carmel Redevelopment Commission funds to cover the $1 million it has spent on the project so far. The city expects to close on financing in early April, although it has had a financing agreement in place since last fall, Clerk-Treasurer Christine Pauley said. City officials declined to disclose terms of the financing because it hasn’t closed yet, but Mayor Jim Brainard said the delay was intentional and will benefit taxpayers. “We saved some money by not closing and using our cash, and then we’ll reimburse the CRC when we do close it,” he said. “Every day we avoid paying interest you save a little bit of money.” City spokesman Dan McFeely said the CRC has saved “thousands of dollars” by waiting to close on the financing, but he did not specify an amount. He also said waiting to finalize the financing has always been part

A rendering of the lobby in the Hotel Carmichael. (Submitted photo)

of the plan to pay for the hotel and that no other projects have been affected or delayed by the hotel timeline. The $40 million Hotel Carmichael is a public/private partnership between the city and developer Pedcor. The Carmel City Council approved $96 million in bonds to fund the hotel and other projects in September 2017, with $18 million designated for the hotel. Pedcor contributed the land for the hotel and is responsible for the remaining construction costs. Pauley, whose duties include processing city expenditures, said she has several concerns about the city delaying financing of the hotel. She said CRC Executive Director

Henry Mestetsky and Brainard have “taken advantage” of the CRC and city council approval of the hotel financing, which did not include a final date for bond closure. “Instead, they placed taxpayer money at risk by signing hotel contracts, initiating work and paying contractors for their hotel work (close to $1 million) by using CRC-budgeted money with the anticipation that the CRC will be able to issue a claim for reimbursement to itself from the hotel financing,” she said. “If the CRC has the extra funds available to pay contractors for hotel work prior to loan financing, maybe the amount to be financed should be reduced accordingly?” Craig Johnson, an associate professor in the Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs, said waiting to close financing to save on interest payments is not a “standard practice” and could be “a cause of concern.” “The argument they’re making that these are free dollars versus dollars they’d be paying interest on is not a factual argument,” he said. “The dollars could be sitting in a bank earning interest.” The five-story hotel is expected to open May 1, 2020.

3 ROOM SPECIAL

Per Room

Minimum charge applies. Not valid with other offers. Coupon must be presented at time of service. Exp 3/28/19

2 ROOM SPECIAL

Per Room

Minimum charge applies. Not valid with other offers. Coupon must be presented at time of service. Exp 3/28/19

Proudly serving Indianapolis and surrounding areas

Chem-Dry

of Indianapolis 317-826-2400

First home. Or dream home. If you dream about owning a garden, a grill or a garage – you’re ready to own a home. Busey can provide the answers and support you need. With free pre-qualifications, you can shop for your home knowing all of your options

Dream big. We’re here. 317-678-8829 20811 HAGUE ROAD NOBLESVILLE

Jodi Thompson

Auto

Home

Life

Business

Thad Thompson

Boat

Umbrella

busey.com 317.814.7893

March 26, 2019

Current in Carmel www.currentincarmel.com MAP KEY N W

P 23

10:14 AM-2:04 PM

24 Mo

Half Marathon & Marathon Course

10:09 AM-1:49 PM

10:03 AM-1:34 PM

5K Course

9:57 AM1:19 PM

9:52 AM1:04 PM

Half Marathon Runner Recovery

Monon Greenway

L 9:35 AM-12:19 PM

9:29-12:04 PM

15 J

126th St

8:00 AM-2:36 PM

8:36-9:56 AM

8:10-8:36 AM

8:15-8:52 AM 106th St

8:31-9:40 AM

9:41 AM12:34 PM

8:42-10:12 AM

Main St

9:24-11:49 PM

8:47-10:28 AM

Hazel Dell Pkw

3rd Ave

9:46 AM-12:49 PM

8:05-8:20 AM

Monon Greenway

The Palladium

Pennsylvania St

Half Marathon Finis Marathon Runners Continue

9:18-11:34 AM

8:52-10:44 AM

Westfield Blvd

DETAIL OF HALF MARATHON FINISH & MARATHON CONTINUATION

Corner of 3rd Ave & City Center Dr

Water Stop

City Center Drive

Start & Finish at the Palladium

1st St 4th St

13 26

Mile Markers Medical Tent

25 9:02 AM-2:19 PM G

10K Course

8:57-11:00 AM Smokey Row Rd

H 1st Monon Ave

St ois n i ll

Hawthorne Dr

Marathon Course

e Tr urk B gen

8:21-9:08 AM

8:26-9:24 AM

Carmel Marathon Course Maps Marathon • Half Marathon • 10K • 5K | Start Time (ALL): 8:00 AM

96th St

Marathon H Drewry Simmons Vornehm Half Marathon H Indiana Spine Group 10K H Indiana Members Credit Union 5K H Marathon Relay

Join us for the 9th Annual Carmel Marathon Weekend

Saturday, March 30, 2019 OFFICIAL PARTNERS:

CHAMBER L AIN 1889

U N I V E R S

I T Y

For more information, go to CarmelMarathon.com

March 26, 2019

COMMUNITY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Carmel FC unveils new logo

BATHROOMS

SUNROOMS, SCREEN PORCHES, ADDITIONS

BATHROOMS BATHROOMS BATHROOMS

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Juergen Sommer wanted to mark two anniversaries with a new look. This year is the 60th anSOCCER niversary of the Carmel Dads’ Club, and its Carmel Football Club, the soccer travel program, is celebrating its 10th anniversary. “We wanted to celebrate Carmel Dads’ Club history with being a youth sports organization around for 60 years, which is quite unusual, and just being such a strong fabric of the community for a variety of sports,” said Sommer, Carmel FC director of soccer operations. “There are very few youth organizations that are around that long. We wanted as a club to come out with an anniversary logo to celebrate the history and our role within Carmel Dads’ Club.” Sommer said the logo will be used on spirit wear and uniforms. The Carmel resident also wanted to celebrate the City of Carmel and its growth. “As our kids travel all over the state and region, we want to show this is where we are from,” Sommer said. Sommer said Carmel FC tried to use elements from the City of Carmel flag, the tra-

REMODELERS REMODELERS REMODELERS REMODELERS

SINCE 1993 1993 SINCE QUALITY SINCE PRODUCTS, SINCE 1993 QUALITY PRODUCTS, EXPERT INSTALLATION QUALITY PRODUCTS, QUALITY PRODUCTS, EXPERT INSTALLATION GUARANTEED!

EXPERT INSTALLATION EXPERT INSTALLATION GUARANTEED! GUARANTEED! GUARANTEED!

317-848-7634 www.centennialremodelers.com

317-848-7634 317-848-7634 317-848-7634 www.centennialremodelers.com www.centennialremodelers.com www.centennialremodelers.com

Member Central Indiana

LICENSED BONDED INSURED

LICENSED

LICENSEDBONDED LICENSED BONDED INSURED BONDED INSURED INSURED

Member Central Indiana

Member Central Indiana Member Central Indiana

Carmel FC recently unveiled a new logo. (Submitted image)

ditional feel of a modern soccer crest and to celebrate the 60th anniversary in the logo. Sommer’s sons grew up playing a variety of sports in the Carmel Dads’ Club. His son, Tommy, is a sophomore pitcher on the Indiana University baseball team. His younger son, Noah, is a junior at Carmel High School. Noah plays for the Carmel FC U18 team. Sommer was a goalkeeper for Indiana University’s soccer team. He was a member of the Hoosiers’ 1988 national championship team.

E IV R U D HR T

• FULL SERVICE PHARMACY • CBD • COMPOUNDING • FREE DELIVERY • COMPRESSION STOCKINGS & SUPPORT BRACES carmelprescriptionshop.com info@carmelprescriptionshop.com

1001 W. Main Street, Carmel • 317-688-7050

Buying Or Selling... Make The Right Move!

Elaina Musleh Buying Or Selling... -REAL ESTATE-

Make The Right Move! 317-650-5898 ermusleh@gmail.com www.elainamusleh.com

Elaina

Musleh

March 26, 2019

COMMUNITY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Q&A: Southwest district candidates Compiled by Ann Marie Shambaugh • AnnMarie@youarecurrent.com

Celebrating 46 Years in Business

2018 CLOSEOUT!

2018 ECLIPSE CROSS UP TO

$5,500 OFF OR

0% FOR

72 MONTHS

2018 OUTLANDER & OUTLANDER SPORT

$5,000 OFF

Discounts and prices include all available rebates and incentives. 0% Offer available with approved credit. See dealer for details.

2019 MIRAGE G4 STARTING AT

$11,999

$189/mo with No Money Down

317-896-5561 TomRoushMitsubishi.com Some rebates cannot be combined with special rate ﬁnancing.

Carmel city council Incumbent Tony Green is facing a challenge from Matt Milam, a 26year Home Place resident, in the May 7 Republican primary. They are seeking to represent the southwest district, which will look much different beginning in 2020 after redistricting takes effect. Read the full Q&As at currentincarmel.com.

Matt Milam Family: Married to Colleen, has a daughter, Katie, and a son, Nathan Day job: Transportation Education: Kokomo High Milam School Previous political experience: Precinct Committeeman Orchard Park – 2008 to present, president of Concerned Citizens for Home Place, State delegate 2016, secretary of Carmel Clay Fire Board. Why do you want to run for office? My council district has a variety of neighborhoods with different needs. The city council needs independent oversight rather than voting for projects and spending that the mayor wants. What issues will your campaign focus on? Oversight to the city council and being a voice for the constituents of the southwest district What sets you apart from the other candidate(s) for this office? I bring tenacity, planning and organization skills to the Carmel City Council. I will:

Tony Green Family: Married for 22 years with three children Day job: Chief counsel for Indiana Retirement System Green Education: United States Air Force Academy Previous political experience: Incumbent southwest district city councilor (2017 to present) Why do you want to run for office? Carmel is my home. It’s the place my wife and I chose to raise our three children. I am running for office to keep the City of Carmel as the best place to live, work, raise a family and start or run a business. What issues will your campaign focus on? Protecting against overdevelopment, improving public safety, transitioning Home Place into the City of Carmel while protecting its unique character, maintaining infrastructure, scrutinizing fiscal spending. What sets you apart from the other

• Increase transparency by making information available to the taxpayers and constituents of Carmel. • Increase public involvement in Carmel city government. • Devote my time to making Carmel a great place to live and raise a family. • Work with our public safety officials in Carmel to ensure a safe and desirable place to live. What is your favorite aspect of living in Carmel? People of Carmel, community involvement, parks, and civic organizations that serve the public. What is an area where Carmel can improve? Evaluate issues for the long term benefit of the taxpayer and the city. What other organizations are you involved with? President – Orchard Park Neighborhood Association; Boy Scout Troop 733 – Committee Chair 2012 – August 2019 What is something most people don’t know about you? I completed three coastto-coast bicycle trips with Wandering Wheels. How can voters learn more about you? facebook.com/matt4hc. candidate(s) for this office? My ability to advocate for a position, civilly disagree with others and work with those with whom I disagree to find a better solution. What is your favorite aspect of living in Carmel? The high standards that the citizens have for the city and its strong sense of community. What is an area where Carmel can improve? The city should be able to recruit and retain enough firefighters and police officers to keep up with city growth. What is something most people don’t know about you? I worked during the summers beginning in junior high through high school detasseling corn. What is something you want people to know about you? I had three direct descendants fight for the Pennsylvania militia in the Revolutionary War against the British, one of whom was at the Battle of Concord. I am following this heritage of service to community and country. How can voters learn more about you? TonyGreen4Carmel.com

March 26, 2019

COMMUNITY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

CFD, BROCKWAY CELEBRATE ST. PATRICK’S DAY

You’re invi

with an exclusive co internationally-renowned

You’re invited to a

About our pianist An alumnus of Juilliard and Indiana Uni of the an legendary Bolet. with exclusiveJorge concert by He was sc great masters and also studied internationally-renowned pianist, with Oz Dorfmann, Louis Kentner and Constance CD’s with such orchestras as the Royal and the Czech National Symphony. Mor

Your next interlude – Rose Senior Living

From left, Mike Prior and Bri and Peter Bjelopetrovich enjoy a pint and Irish lunch. Brockway Public House played host to the 11th annual St. Patrick’s Day Tent Party March 16 and 17. The Carmel Fire Dept. helped coordinate the festivities, which included a keg toss, live entertainment and Irish food. A portion of proceeds supported the Carmel Professional Firefighters Local 4444 Bereavement Fund, which provides funds to families of fallen firefighters. (Photos by Ben Stout)

Enjoy a concert by pianist David Syme with served fourYour next interlude course formal dinner, and reserved priority seatingRose Senior Living $20.00. Reserve your tickets by contacting DanaEnjoy Shore at a concert by pianist David Syme with served four-course About our pianist (317) 249-8830. Limited seating available. formal dinner, and reserved priority seating $20.00. An alumnus of Juilliard and Indiana University, David-Syme was a protégé

Your next interlude – Thursday, April 11, Living 2019 Rose Senior

the legendary Bolet. He Dana was schooled the(317) grand249-8830. tradition of the Reserve of your tickets byJorge contacting Shoreinat great masters and also studied with Ozan Marsh, Sascha Gorodnitzki, Ania Limited available. Dorfmann, Louis Kentner seating and Constance Keene. He has recorded two dozen

6:00pm – Formal 4-Course Dinner a concert by pianist David Syme with served four7:30pm –Enjoy Concert bydinner, DavidandSyme course formal reserved priority seating $20.00. Reserve your tickets by contacting Dana Shore at (317) 249-8830. Limited seating available.

Thursday, April 11, 2019

CD’s with such orchestras as the Royal Philharmonic, the Vienna Symphony, and the Czech National Symphony. More at www.symepiano.com.

6:00pm – Formal 4-Course Dinner 7:30pm – Concert by David Syme

1285 Fairfax Manor Dr. Carmel, IN 46032 www.roseseniorliving.com

Thursday, April 11, 2019

6:00pm – Formal 4-Course Dinner

Chance Norton enjoys his first St. Patrick’s Day Rickshaw performs a cover of “Up7:30pm – ConcertMy byYellow David Syme with his dad, Cory Norton. town Funk.”

Carmel 1438 W. Main Street 317-993-3350

& Catering

Fishers 13272 Market Square Drive 317-842-6630

15% OFF YOUR FIRST CATERING ORDER *Valid for first time caterings only. wildeggs.com

1285 Fairfax Manor Dr. Carmel, IN 46032 www.roseseniorliving.com

About Our Pianist

An alumnus of Juilliard and Indiana University, David Syme was a protégé of the legendary Jorge Bolet. He was schooled in the grand tradition of the great masters and also studied with Ozan Marsh, Sascha Gorodnitzki, Ania Dorfmann, Louis Kentner and Constance Keene. He has recorded two dozen CD’s with such orchestras as the Royal Philharmonic, the Vienna Symphony, and the Czech National Symphony. More at www.symepiano.com.

March 26, 2019

COMMUNITY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

WHS grad participates in ‘Naked and Afraid’ By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com

GET YOUR SPRING BREAK Save on your AC Tune-up. The earlier you book, the more you save.

CALL BY March 31 April 30

PAY $69 $79

Wait til May pay

FULL PRICE $92 Offer for first time customers only.

LIC# CO51300008

HowaldHeatingAndAir.com (4328)

When 2008 Westfield High School graduate Whitney Hamblin hiked the Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine SURVIVAL in 2016, she documented her six-month journey on social media. Producers from the Discovery Channel television series “Naked and Afraid” saw the documentation and reached out to Hamblin, requesting she interview for a spot on the show. After several interviews, Hamblin was accepted. The episode was shot in May 2018 in a jungle in Brazil. Hamblin and her show partner, Nathan Martinez, survived the three-week challenge. Their only prize was bragging rights. “Essentially, it was how uncomfortable can you be and for how long and can you survive for three weeks with nothing but yourself and a couple of bare tools,” the 29-year-old Carmel resident said. Hamblin and Martinez were given a 6-liter cookpot, a Chinese Dadao sword and flint and steel. Hamblin said the first time she met her partner, they were both naked.

Whitney Hamblin spent three weeks in a jungle in Brazil as part of the show “Naked and Afraid.” (Submitted photo)

“When you’re walking up to a stranger you have never met in the middle of the jungle, there’s people taking video and audio, and on top of meeting a stranger you don’t know, you’re totally naked,” she said. “At first, it’s incredibly uncomfortable, but you make it past that and start working toward the challenge within the hour. My partner and I very quickly moved into survival mode.”

Hamblin said insects were the worst part of the experience. “The hardest part was the bugs. Not because bugs gross me out, but it’s just that there’s no escape,” she said. “You can never escape them. As soon as the sun comes up, all the gnats and biting flies come out. In the late afternoon, all the mosquitos come out.” At the end of the challenge, Hamblin and Martinez swam 2 miles in a river for a water extraction. By the end of the challenge, Hamblin lost 19 pounds and Martinez lost 29 pounds. Hamblin and Martinez got several major “protein kills” for food — an armadillo and four stingrays. They also ate snails, frogs and small fish. Hamblin doesn’t regret her experience. “At the end of the day, the things I learned about myself, the mental strength and fortitude I have gained from that challenge, those are the things that make it worth it for me,” she said. “I’m grateful for the experience.” The episode aired March 3, but it is periodically replaying throughout March and April. For more, visit discovery.com/ tv-shows/naked-and-afraid/about.

10% 10% OFF OFF

LASTING IMPACT,

YOUR NEXT PAINTING PROJECT*

LIFELONG FRIENDS

YOUR NEXT PAINTING PROJECT*

*Offer applies to your residential painting project of $1,000 or more. Must be presented at time of estimate. Not valid with other offers. Not valid on current estimates or proposals. *Offer applies to your residential painting project of $1,000 or more. Must be presented at Available at CertaPro Painters® of Indianapolis. Expires 3/31/19.

time of estimate. Not valid with other offers. Not valid on current estimates or proposals. Available at CertaPro Painters® of Indianapolis. Expires 3/31/19.

FREE

JOIN THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF INDIANAPOLIS

FREE

UPGRADE OF YOUR PAINT AND DRIVEWAY POWER WASH*

Known as the premier training organization for women, the Junior League of Indianapolis has been developing community leaders and improving Indy for more than 97 years.

*Offer applies to your residential painting project of $1,000 or more. Must be presented at time of estimate. Not valid with other offers. Not valid on current estimates or proposals. Available at CertaPro Painters® of Indianapolis. On any residential painting project completed before 5/31/19.

UPGRADE OF YOUR PAINT AND DRIVEWAY POWER WASH* *Offer applies to your residential painting project of $1,000 or more. Must be presented at time of estimate. Not valid with other offers. Not valid on current estimates or proposals. Available at CertaPro Painters® of Indianapolis. On any residential painting project completed before 5/31/19.

Through successful fundraisers and dynamic community partnerships, the JLI reaches Contact new heights year after year through effectiveus action. Become a member of our Summer 2019 Provisional Class by applying online at jlindy.org by May 1, 2019.

today to schedule your FREE estimate!

317-662-3584 certapro.com 317-662-3584

UPGRADE OF YOUR PAINT AN

*Offer applies to your residential painting proje of estimate. Not valid with other offers. Not vali CertaPro Painters® of Indianapolis. On any resid

We Do Painting. You Do Life.®

317-662-3584 certapro.com Contact us today to schedule your FREE estimate! Each CertaPro Painters business is independently owned and operated. We Do Painting. You Do Life.®

Each CertaPro Painters® business is independently owned and operated.

certapro.com

317-790-2608 • certapro.com ®

Each CertaPro Painters® business is independently owned and operated.

#JLINDY JLINDY.ORG

10%

YOUR NEXT PAI

*Offer applies to your residential painting pr time of estimate. Not valid with other offer Available at CertaPro Painters®

Each CertaPro Painters® business is independently owned and operated.

We Do Painti

March 26, 2019

COMMUNITY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

New director joins TherAplay

Bridge keeps minds sharp

By Renee Larr • news@currentincarmel.com

By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com

Children’s TherAplay in Carmel recently hired Kathy Pelletier as its new executive director. She HIPPOTHERAPY began in January at the largest equineassisted physical and occupational therapy facility in the nation. The nonprofit provides hippotherapy to children with various mental- and healthrelated issues from around the state. “We take care of children within the special needs community under a number of diagnoses,” Pelletier said. Her main goal as executive director is to spread the word about Children’s TherAplay in the local community. “I really hope to get out into the community and share the stories of these families and these kiddos,” Pelletier said. “I want to help the community really understand how life-changing what is taking place here really is.” Part of the way she wants to help spread the word is through fundraising events. “I want the community to understand how they can help support the mission and

Ed Hardwidge sees the value of bridge keeping the mind sharp for retirees. “Here you are forced RECREATION to do math in your head and remember a whole bunch of numbers,” said Hardwidge, a Carmel resident. “It is the hardest thinking you do all week.” Indianapolis Bridge Center board member Joyce Pepple, a Lawrence resident, said there is evidence bridge is good for memory. “Stimulating your brain and activity is also good for your physical health,” Pepple said. “The majority (of our participants) is 50-plus, so we’re looking for those empty nesters or people who lost their spouse who might be staying at home when they could be at the Bridge Center where they could be having fun.” Hardwidge, 72, plays twice a week at the Indianapolis Bridge Center. Hardwidge has been playing at the center since he retired in 2011. “I played when I was in college and then after I went to work, I didn’t play for 40plus years,” Hardwidge said. “In college

Children’s TherAplay Executive Director Kathy Pelletier pauses with horse Rocky. (Submitted photo)

make it sustainable for us,” Pelletier said. “I want to find ways that the corporate community and individual donors can get involved in supporting something that is so meaningful to our patients and their families.” Pelletier previously was the the campaign director for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Prior to that, she was a community affairs specialist for St. Vincent Health. For more, visit childrenstheraplay.org.

Car mel Car mel

From left, Carmel residents Ed Hardwidge, Cindy Kincaid, Richard Tam and Lonnie Maynard play bridge at the Indianapolis Bridge Center. (Submitted photo)

(at the University of Washington), I never played sober, and now I wouldn’t take a drink when I played.” Hardwidge has made friends to play with at the center, which has more than 800 members. Non-members can play at the center as well. The Indianapolis Bridge Center, 8030 Castleway Dr., will offer two beginners classes in April. There will be one starting April 2, every Tuesday for nine weeks starting at 6:30 p.m. Another one will start every Thursday for nine weeks starting at 9 a.m. The cost for the nine-week session is $175.

• WATER SOLUBLES • TINCTURES • PAIN CREAM • CBD COLLAGEN SKIN CARE • GUMMIES • PET PRODUCTS

One Brand, Confusion Free Shopping,

Veterans and first responders 10% off

255 E. Carmel Dr. Suite C In front of Carmel Racquet Club

317-376-0134

Owned and Operated by Medical Professionals

March 26, 2019

COMMUNITY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Carmel Marathon draws participants from across the U.S., beyond By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com

JOHN JENK

In 2018, runners from 43 states and four nations competed in the Carmel Marathon. When the 2019 Carmel COVER STORY Marathon is held March 30, runners with ties well beyond Indiana are again expected to run in the marathon, half-marathon, 10K, 5K and marathon relay. Here are a few of their stories:

John Jenk, 70, has lost count of how many marathons he has run, but it’s more than 100. This will be the Hales Corner, Wis., resident’s first Carmel Marathon, but he visited Carmel previously by biking from Indianapolis during a visit to see his daughter, Leah Jenk, who previously worked for Jenk the NCAA in Indianapolis. “My brother-in-law (Stuart Kolb) has run Carmel once before, and I have a neighbor (Amy Ford) running it, so I might as well do it as a warmup for the Boston Marathon,” Jenk said. Jenk will run the Boston Marathon April 15 for the ninth time. Kolb, from Green Bay, has run more than 100 marathons as well.

JILLIAN WRIGHT

Mingzhou Nie runs in the 2017 Monumental Marathon. (Submitted photo)

Tom Henderson celebrates 4,444 consecutive days of running at least 3 miles. (Submitted photo)

TOM HENDERSON

Carmel will be the 76th marathon for 76-year-old Tom Henderson, from Lowell, Mass. His first marathon was the New York City Marathon in 1979. “I ran for nine years and quit for 10 years,” Henderson said. “I started up again in 1995 and I’ve been running ever since.” Indiana will be the 33rd state in which Henderson has run a marathon. Henderson started running in 1976 after he quit smoking. “I ran a couple of laps and I was coughing,” he said. “So, for a 33-year-old guy, I thought I’d better do something to get better for my fitness.” Henderson, who has run in 24 Boston Marathons and completed all but the 2018 race, which he was forced to stop after 16 miles, keeps track of every shoe he uses

and every mile he runs. His running was halted when he was hit by car in April 2017, a week before he was set to run a marathon in Canton, Ohio. He had knee surgery a month later and has been rehabbing the knee ever since. He completed marathons in Iowa and Lowell, Mass., in the fall of 2018. “It wasn’t very good, but I think I’m ready now,” said Henderson, who puts together bids in the public transportation system for Lowell. Henderson sent an email to Carmel Mayor Jim Brainard asking why he should run a marathon in Carmel as opposed to elsewhere. He was considering another shot at the Canton marathon or trying one in Mississippi. “He was a big cheerleader for the city and did a great job convincing me it was a nice place to come to,” Henderson said. “He followed up by having his office send a package on Carmel and the surrounding area.” Henderson’s goal has been to run a marathon in all 50 states. “But I’m running out of time,” said Henderson, who will assess after the Carmel race whether he can run another marathon in August or September.

Henderson ran at least 3 miles for 5,412 consecutive days before he got ill in 2016 with a blood disease. Henderson had planned to quit after 5,555 days because it was becoming a burden.

MINGZHOU NIE

Carmel resident Mingzhou Nie, a member of the Indy Chinese Runners Club, made his marathon debut at the 2016 Carmel Marathon. He will be competing in his fourth one alongside his wife, Hong Jiang. “I’m trying to help her achieve her goal, which is getting to next year’s Boston Marathon,” Nie said. “I’m going to be her personal pacer.” Nie, who was born in China, already has qualified for the 2020 Boston Marathon. He has a goal of completing the six major marathons. He completed the Tokyo Marathon March 3 and the Chicago Marathon in October 2018. He plans to run the Berlin Marathon Sept. 29. The other two major marathons are New York and London. “Initially, I started running to keep myself healthy,” said Nie, a network engineer for Salesforce.

Jillian Wright originally began running to lose weight. “I’ve been running for four years now,” said Wright, who lives in Portland, Maine. “I’ve lost about 60 to 70 pounds. I told my dad I wanted to lose weight, and he was huge into running. He did triathlons and ironman events. He signed me up Wright for a 5K with him and that’s how I grew my love for running.” Wright, 25, learned about the race from her brother, Alex Wright, an Indianapolis resident who previously lived in Carmel. She is running a half-marathon in Carmel to prepare for her first full marathon in Kennebunkport, Maine, May 11. “I heard (Carmel) is a really good race, and I’m real excited it’s flat,” Wright said. “The courses around here are hilly.”

MORE INFO When: Opening ceremonies begin at 7:45 a.m. March 30 Where: Start/finish line at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts, 1 Center Green. To register or learn more: Visit carmelmarathon.com.

March 26, 2019

VIEWS

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

ESSAY

LETTER

Treasured trinkets

Carmel needs new mayor, city council

Commentary by Terry Anker Those of us who have occasion or obligation to travel with some regularity are confronted with the routine dilemma of what, if anything, to bring family, friends and colleagues to express that they have been remembered during the absence. Airports and road-side convenience stores are filled with trinkets and talismans proclaiming that the bearer has some connection to the place in question. T-shirts and snow globes are transported from coast-to-coast and hemisphereto-hemisphere bearing status and affection. As the years roll by, the collections build and shelves are filled with endless kitsch and ephemera. Many years ago, an autobiographical magazine essay shared the story of a now middle-aged writer who’d been the benefactor of his own traveling father’s largesse. In this case, the dashing dad would bring home miniature containers of shampoo from each hotel of his travels for his thenelementary school-aged son. The youngster found charm in their tiny size. As time passed, he lost interest, even found contempt for the “cheap” tokens. But years after his father’s passing, he still had scores of the diminutive plastic bottles. They came to represent something more. They connected him, across the miles and the years, to these simple, perhaps silly, gifts from papa. Certainly, grand gesture and great expense could express affection. But can the smallest kindness, executed without fail, and offered with great and earnest sincerity, become that which we treasure most? Terry Anker is an associate editor of Current Publishing, LLC. You may email him at terry@youarecurrent.com.

Can you Trump my view? Commentary by Danielle Wilson Several readers have accused me of making passive-aggressive comments about President Trump without proHUMOR viding evidence. Fair enough. In their emails, they also resorted to pointing the finger at others rather than defending Trump, which, if having been a mother for 20 years has taught me anything, means they cannot. The real question for me is, and I’m not being trite here, how can anyone still support him as the moral leader of this nation? I understand why Democrats do not. He goes against everything that more liberalminded people stand for: open immigration, gun control, carbon reduction, equitable access to education, to name a few (though he does spend like a Democrat! Per the CBO, the federal deficit is projected to increase by another $100 billion this year. That alone should have more fiscally minded Americans completely losing their composure).

But how can anyone, particularly Republican females, continue to support a man who clearly does not respect women? I can chalk up his name-calling of Hillary Clinton as campaign mudslinging, but his total discount of Christine Blasey Ford’s testimony should have been a red flag to all Americans that Trump does not believe women are deserving of equal treatment. And the fact that he refused to condemn the white supremacist rally in Charlottesville, which ended with the murder of Heather Heyer, is reprehensible. Disagree with me? Then defend him. I would love to learn that he is actually a good person. Peace out.

Danielle Wilson is a contributing columnist. You may email her at info@youarecurrent.com.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK “In any moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.” -Theodore Roosevelt

Editor, Last week, Current in Carmel published a letter from Mary Kinietz-Boyden in which she stated her “adulation” for Mayor (Jim) Brainard. Mayor Brainard has done amazing things for Carmel. Infrastructure planning, parks, the Monon Trail and Center, the roundabouts and more all indicate visionary leadership. However, Kinietz-Boyden’s letter focuses on quality of life and mentions nothing of the governance, particularly in the last decade. After 20-plus years in office, the mayor has forgotten that he works for the people and not to his singular vision — hence, the reason we have accumulated $1.3 billion in debt with a city council that has largely been selected by the mayor. Every citizen of Carmel needs to know that in the last two years Mayor Brainard and the city council ramrodded approval for a boutique city-owned hotel, despite public opposition. And, the city continues a repeated pattern of behavior of buying private property for appraised or above-appraised prices and then selling these properties to developers at a loss. A new mayor and city council is necessary to bring sanity to a local government that has run amok in entitled spending. Jeff Lefevere, Carmel

POLICIES Letters to the editor: Current Publishing will consider verifiable letters of up to 200 words. Anything longer will be returned to the writer for editing. Anything presented as factual matter must be thoroughly vetted prior to submission. Current retains the right to reject or return any letter it deems to carry unsubstantiated content. Current also retains the right to edit letters for style, grammar, punctuation and spelling. Send letters to info@youarecurrent.com. Writers must include a hometown and a daytime phone number for verification. Guest columns: The policy for guest columns is the same as the aforementioned, but the allowable length is 300 words. Guest columns should address the whole of Current’s readership, not simply specialinterest groups, and may not in any way contain a commercial message.

March 26, 2019

VIEWS

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Do You Know M4L is for Adults of All Ages? At Motion 4 Life Fitness, our members range in age from their thirties to their eighties.

Commentary by Dick Wolfsie

Classes and personal training are tailored to each individual’s fitness level.

Stop in to Learn About Our Spring Special

14801 Market Center Drive Carmel/Westfield (Just N of 146th St. on Gray Rd.)

motion4lifefitness.com

Call Pam for a two week, FREE guest membership that includes personal training and classes.

317.343.2537

“Carmel’s Heating & Cooling “Carmel’s Oldest Oldest Heating & Cooling Co.” Co.” 134th Anniversary Sale 134th Anniversary Sale 134th Anniversary Sale 135th Anniversary Sale 135th Anniversary Sale 135th Anniversary Sale 134th Sale 134th Anniversary Sale 134th Anniversary Sale 135thAnniversary Anniversary Sale 135th Anniversary Sale 135th Anniversary Sale e Sav5 $4

1/2 1/2 FREEFREE FREE FREE e Sav5 $4

e up

Sav

$48

e up

Sav

$48

10 Year Warranty 10 Year Warranty PRICEPRICE on of thea purchase of a on the purchase 90% furnace, 2ND 2ND 90% furnace, SERVICE SERVICE air conditioner air conditioner OPINION OPINION CALL CALL or heat pumpor heat pump Will Willbebehonored honoredupon uponpresentation presentation of of Will Willbebehonored honoredupon uponpresentation presentation of of Must at time time of of service. service. Must present at at time time of of service. service. Competitor Must present present at Must present CompetitorInvoice Invoiceatattime timeofofservice. service. Must at time time of of service. service. Must present at at time time of of service. service. Competitor Must present present at Must present CompetitorInvoice Invoiceatattime timeofofservice. service. Cannot be other offer offer or orCannot discount Cannot be combined with any any other other offer offeror ordiscount. discount. Cannot be combined combined with any other discount Cannot combinedwith withany anyother otheroffer offeror or discount. discount. bebecombined Cannot other offer offer or or discount be combined with any any other other offer offeror or discount. Cannot be be combined combined with any other discount Cannot discount. Cannot combinedwith withany anyother otheroffer offerCannot orCannot discount. Cannot bebecombined or discount. W/ paid paid repair. Expires 2/16/18. M-F 8-4 Mon-Fri 8am-5pm.Thiele Thiele639-1111. 639-1111.Expires Expires 4/26/19. 2/16/18. W/ repair. Thiele 639-1111. 639-1111. Expires Expires 2/16/18. 4/26/19. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Thiele 639-1111. Expires Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. W/ paid paid repair. repair. Thiele 639-1111. Expires M-F 8-4 2/16/18. W/ Expires 2/16/18. 4/26/19. M-F 8-4Thiele 639-1111. Expires 4/26/19. M-F 8-4 Thiele 639-1111. 639-1111. Expires Expires 2/16/18. 4/26/19. Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Thiele 639-1111. Expires 4/26/19.

No Hassle Financing Available! No Hassle Financing Available! WAC

317-639-1111 317-639-1111

Virtues of grumpiness Humor is helpful in combatting stress, but I believe grumpiness has its virtues as well. I’ll outline some things HUMOR that make me grouchy. They might be small, insignificant annoyances, but those are the best ones to get cranky about. I save humor for when I really need it. I am tired of my Facebook notifications telling me things like: Suzanne Crowder has commented on Joe Rosen’s post about Bill Roman’s meme. I don’t know Suzanne, Joe or Bill. How annoying is that? No comment. My wife and I are planning a trip to Peru. I signed up for the language instruction app called Babbel. They sent me directions … in French. Merci d’avoir choisi Babbel. Voici quelques instructions pour faciliter le processus. That’s great — now I have to take French, also. I want hand dryers in public bathrooms banned. They do not dry your hands. They blow air on your fingers. When I leave public bathrooms, my wife always asks me, “Why are your hands in your pockets?” Because they are still wet. I’m tired of getting emails that say, You have won a free $100 Walmart gift card. No, I haven’t. I have won the privilege of answering endless marketing questions so they can hook me up with people trying to sell me stuff. Does anyone ever get a $100 gift card? No clue. After the 60th or 70th question, I always give up. I want there to be a law stating the number 0 and letter O can’t be used in passwords, because I can never tell the difference. I asked 9 or 1O people and it’s amazing h0w many agreed with me. Finally, I am tired of my computer taking a siesta when I want to print something. I press the button, and nothing happens except for bizarre clanking and groaning. My computer repairman says the printer is WAC “thinking” (maybe it is thinking about why it cost only $69 but each ink refill is $80). I press it several more times. It’s still thinking, so I go to bed. Next morning, I have a neat stack of 35 copies — 34 more than I wanted.

callthiele.com callthiele.com

Dick Wolfsie is an author, columnist and speaker. Contact him at wolfsie@aol.com.

March 26, 2019

VIEWS

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

READERS’ VIEWS Carmel much-improved in 24 years Editor, I have lived in Carmel for 45 years, and what a difference the last 24 years have made. We elected a mayor who had a vision for Carmel, and it has paid off for our citizens. We have many more parks, the Monon, Christkindlmarkt, Palladium, roundabouts that replaced traffic lights and an amazing downtown with many shops. When I moved here the only restaurants in Carmel were Country Kitchen and McDon-

ald’s on Carmel Drive. The move from New York to Carmel was a shock. I had hoped to be gone in two years but now find myself living in Carmel and feeling like it’s the best city to live and work in, and it has been voted the No. 1 place to live, and it is. Let’s keep all the great things Carmel has to offer and vote for Mayor (Jim) Brainard. He has done an amazing job for us and knows how much better Carmel can be. Mary Ann Burke, Carmel

New leaders won’t beg businesses Editor, Carmel has been lauded by many publications over the years as No. 1. I believe in people in government power that act as if that is the case. Fred Glynn, Matt Milam and Tim Hannon will not beg businesses to come here with tax abatements, TIF schemes or

roundabout art paid with debt. They will instead prioritize and focus on ensuring city government does governmental things, rather than be used as a real estate development scheme to satisfy the unrequited SimCity dreams of the mayor and his cronies. Eric Morris, Carmel

Freedoms rely on stable climate Editor, Our farms, our children’s futures and our fundamental freedoms rely on a stable climate. We ought to secure this national resource by taking on the climate threat. However, I am a proponent of doing so in a sensible fashion. Our nation’s economists have just offered a clarion call on how to do precisely that. Last month, 3,500-plus economists from across the country united behind one, sensible, step-by-step American plan to reduce carbon pollution. The “Economists’ Statement on Carbon Dividends” is the largest statement of economists in American history and features the largest number of

Federal Reserve chairs, Nobel Prize Winning economists and Council of Economic Advisors to the President chairs ever. Earlier this month, Hoosier students called marked attention to the problem, and now, we Hoosiers have the opportunity to follow the prescription of the custodians of our nation’s economic well-being. Members of Congress Rep. Susan Brooks, Sen. Mike Braun and Sen. Todd Young can and should lead the Republican Party and country toward smart, market-based climate solutions like carbon dividends. We ignore the experts at the peril of the American way of life. George Gemelas, Carmel

Pay-it-forward college Editor, I wanted to applaud Ms. (Danielle) Wilson (in her column published March 12) for getting real about the burden of college costs on a middle class family. Many members of the baby boomer generation attended public college at almost zero out-of-pocket cost; policies enacted after World War II invested in their education and lifted thousands of families into

the higher classes. Then, when the boomers took the reins of government, they decided they didn’t like paying the taxes their parents had and started stripping those education funds away. Now, here we are. When some candidates urge us to vote for no-cost public college, they’re not being radical – it’s a return to a pay-it-forward policy that worked. Christina Downey, Noblesville

March 26, 2019

HEALTH

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Choose to Move race moves to April By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com The Indiana Parkinson Foundation realized when raising money for Parkinson’s research, proceeds were FUNDRAISER almost instantly spent. That’s why the foundation switched gears in 2011 to encourage exercise and support for those with Parkinson’s disease and their families. One of the Indiana Parkinson Foundation’s main fundraisers, Choose to Move, is a 10K and 5K race and 1-mile fun run set for 9:30 a.m. April 13 at Witten Park, 13256 Saxony Blvd., Fishers. Indiana Parkinson Foundation Director Kim Williams said the seventh annual event is family and dog friendly. In previous years, the event was held in September. But the foundation moved it this year because April is Parkinson’s Awareness Month. A kick-off event will be held prior to each race. People with Parkinson’s will start the races by walking down a straightaway. “Something new this year is, we know how many people give to our nonprofit, and we want to give back to our community,” Williams said. “So this year, the team with

S EE TE FR MA TI ES

Tune Up Special

Hamilton Garage Doors - ELEMENTS-TAGLINE-03.eps

$25 OFF $59.00 Service Call Fee

Limit one Coupon per visit and not valid with any other offers. Must present to the service tech at the time of estimate or service. Payment required at the time of service, or offer is void. Expires 5/1/19

Includes: • Door inspection • Tighten bolts, hinges, and hardware • Balance Springs • Adjust cables and level door • Lubricate all rollers and hinges

Limit one Coupon per visit and not valid with any other offers. Must present to the service tech at the time of estimate or service. $20 per additional door. Payment required at the time of service, or offer is void. Expires 5/1/19

317-844-2106 • HamiltonGarageDoors.com Locally owned and operated by Michael Keller

Serving Hamilton County and surrounding areas for more than 37 years Hamilton Garage Doors - ELEMENTS-MEDIA ICONS-02.eps

The Choose to Move race is family and dogfriendly. (Submitted photo)

the most participants at the race will be able to name the charity of their choice, and Indiana Parkinson Foundation will give that charity $500.” Participants can sign up as part of a team or as individuals. Registration is $20 for the fun run, $30 for the 5K and $35 for the 10K. Williams said Indiana Parkinson Foundation will feature discounts on its Facebook page prior to the event. The fundraising goal is $45,000. Use the discount code CURRENT for 15 percent off the ticket price. For more or to register for the race, visit indianaparkinson. org.

DISPATCHES Riverview Health to conduct sinus and allergy seminar — Riverview Health will play host to a sinus and allergy seminar from 6 to 7 p.m. March 27. Join Dr. Michael Agostino, a board-certified ear, nose and throat specialist, to learn more about common sinus and allergy issues, nasal airway disorders and available treatments. The program is free, but registration is required. A light dinner will be served. The seminar will take place at Riverview Health in the Krieg DeVault Conference Room in the lower level of the Women’s Pavilion. Register at riverview.org/classes or call 317-776-7999. Downside of sitting — Most of us know that sitting for long periods of time isn’t good for our health. One specific problem is that fluid accumulates in the legs during the day. When this fluid moves up into the neck and chest it can cause sleep apnea and heart problems. Source: Naturalon.com Riverview Health seeks volunteers — Riverview Health is looking for volunteers to join its great team at its Noblesville location. Shifts are available in the morning

or afternoon, at least one day per week, Monday through Friday. If you’re interested in volunteering at Riverview Health in Noblesville, please contact the manager of Volunteer Services, Melinda Nash, at 317-7767236 or mnash@riverview.org. New blood cancer treatment – A type of blood-cancer treatment that has shown remarkable success in clinical trials is beginning to receive FDA approvals. In CAR T-cell therapy, blood is drawn from a patient to isolate T-cells, the powerhouses of the body’s immune system. The T-cells are reprogrammed to kill tumor cells and then infused back into the patient. This appears to be most effective with certain types of blood cancers. Source: BottomLineInc.com New lung cancer therapy — Lung cancer is the No. 1 cancer killer in the country, but a new treatment, called immunotherapy, is giving hope to lung cancer patients because of its recent success. Immunotherapy activates the immune system to help the body recognize the cancer earlier. Source: American Lung Association

March 26, 2019

BUSINESS LOCAL

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

SkyZone coming to Westfield By Anna Skinner • anna@youarecurrent.com Before he owned SkyZone, Carmel resident Tom Holsworth said he and his wife Danielle often took their kids there to NEW BIZ play. “I have four small children and they’re all active, and one of the things Danielle and I pride ourselves on is having fun with our kids, so we have been going to SkyZone for years, and I jump right with them,” Holsworth said. “It’s a big deal to us to be a part of our kids growing up. My kids love to go two to three times a week and jump for hours at a time.” Holsworth owns the SkyZone in Fishers, 10080 E. 121st St. He also owns the new SkyZone in Westfield, which is slated to open at the northwest quadrant of Ind. 32 and Dartown Road before the end of the year. SkyZone will occupy 40,000 square feet of a building it will share with Laser Flash. “(SkyZone) will have the latest technology there is out there. We will have some virtualreality entertainment sections, we will have our mainstay, which is the dodgeball courts, trampolines and the stuff we already have now,” Holsworth said. “I think we are doing some really innovative technology on the

Chef of the Year named By Maria Cook news@currentincarmel.com

From left, Kailynn Rae, Tom, Addison, Danielle, Caden and Brooklinn Holsworth. (Submitted photo)

(virtual reality) side that will be in the park. People will be really surprised how SkyZone has evolved from a trampoline park. There will be a lot of neat technological advances at the Westfield park that haven’t been seen before in any park.” In addition to providing a fun conduit for physical activity, SkyZone also offers a SkyZone Cares program in 71 schools, including some in Hamilton County. “We provide services to kids who may not have the means to come to SkyZone,” Holsworth said. “So, if they read five books and they show that to their teacher, the teacher signs off and gives the kids a 30-minute jump pass to come for free.” For more, visit skyzone.com/fishers.

his son. “In 2007, I had a son who was born. I wanted to find something that I could really spend time with him. Most Allen Elsesy, executive chef at Rose chefs, based on my experience, work Senior Living in Carmel, is no stranger an average of 65 to 75 hours a to intense week. You miss a lot of family, ACHIEVEMENT competiweddings, stuff like that—you tion. Over just can’t go, you’re busy,” his 40-year culinary career, he Elsesy said. “I said, ‘if I do that, has worked in prestigious reswhat’s going to happen to my taurants, participated in various son?’ I want to have time with competitions and won multiple him.” awards. Elsesy Elsesy began working But according to Elsesy, his at Robin Run Village, a Senior Living most recent award—Chef of the Year, Community in Indianapolis, in 2007. given by the American Culinary FederaIn March 2018, he became executive tion—holds a special place in his heart. chef and director of food services at “With the Chef of the Year award, I Rose Senior Living. Elsesy said that he was nominated by other professional brings the same level of excellence to chefs just like me,” Elsesy said. “It’s his current kitchen as to every fine dinmeaningful because they work as hard ing kitchen he has worked in. as I do, they work long days, and for “Everything is fresh. I want to grab them to recognize me, it’s just fantassomething the same day, finish the tic. It’s an honor.” sauces the same day, and it goes Elsesy, who was classically trained straight onto a hot plate and serve it in Europe and has worked in three the same day. Because I believe there Michelin Star restaurants, first decided is no other way,” he said. “People deto turn his culinary attention to the serve quality.” healthcare industry after the birth of

EXTERIORS ·patios· ·landscapes EXTERIORS ·porches· EXTERIORS • patios • ·patios· •·design landscapes • / buil

·landscapes· • porches • ·porches· • design / build • ·design / build·

INTERIORS INTERIORS ·bathrooms· INTERIORS • bathrooms • ·bathrooms· ·kitchens· • kitchens • ·kitchens·

Stay Home. Be Stay Home. Be Moved. Stay Home. Be Moved. c h o o s e s u r r o u n d i n g s . c o m | 3 1 7. 5 7 5 . 0 4 8 2

Moved

March 26, 2019

BUSINESS LOCAL

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

WOMEN BUILD WEEK KICKS OFF

No Bank Guarantee

www.nbofi.com May Lose Funds

111 Monument Circle, Suite 4150 / Indianapolis, IN 46204 /t 317/632/6501 /CVRindy.com /

CW:

AD:

Personal Trusts and Estates Ad

4.7667" x 9.5" (½ Page Vertical), 4 color

January 15, 2019

Current in Carmel

Size/Specs:

Insertion Date:

Pub:

In the ever-changing world of financial services, our Personal Trust Division is a constant.

The National Association of Professional Pet Sitters annually awards one pet care business with its most ACHIEVEMENT prestigious award — Business of the Year. This year’s honor went to Kelly’s Kanine Pet Services, owned by Carmel resident Kelly Kolodkin. “The NAPPS nominating committee takes the Business of the Year selection process very seriously, and they spend a lot of time reviewing the various applications,” NAPPS Administrative Director Cathleen Delaney said. “Kelly demonstrates outstanding business practices and vision in maintaining and growing her business. This really came across in her application, and she is very deserving of the award.” Kolodkin’s business offers pet care services that include puppy housebreaking, obedience training, pet sitting and more. “I was thrilled when I heard (about the honor). It was really such a blessing,” she said. For Kolodkin, the honor carries special significance. In 2011, she suffered from a life-threatening health issue. The ensuing health battle and survivor experience led her to re-evaluate what she truly wanted to do in life. Job Name:

We are ready to respond with the highest level of personal service, privacy, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

By Jasmine Hsu news@currentincarmel.com

ANBI-7490-02

Revocable and Irrevocable Trusts Estate Settlement Life Insurance Trusts Charitable Trusts Guardianships Directed Trusts

Pet care business honored

Job #:

Our full-service Personal Trust Division includes:

7490 WM_TrustEstate_4.7667x9.5

CD:

From left, volunteers Suzan Davis and Beth Julian enjoy wine and chat with Habitat for Humanity of Hamilton County employee Michael Hill at the 2019 Women Build Week Kickoff Party. Guests, volunteers and sponsors mingled at the 2019 Habitat for Humanity of Hamilton County Women Build Week Kickoff Party conducted at the Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Fishers. (Photo by Ben Stout)

NBI

Pr o t e c t, G r o w a n d M a n age You r A sse ts

Acct. Serv.

Pe r s o n a l T r us t s a n d E s t at e s

Client/Filename:

Kelly Kolodkin is the owner of Kelly’s Kanine Pet Services. (Submitted photo)

“I realized that I love working with animals and that it was something I wanted to dedicate the rest of my life to,” she said. “Starting my own business gave me a new purpose, and it showed me that it was possible for anyone at any age to turn their path around and start fresh all over again.” Kolodkin hopes her story of success will inspire others to pursue their dreams. “I want people to know that it is possible to follow your heart and still be successful,” Kolodkin said. “As long as you have the drive, anything is possible.” For more, visit kellyskaninepetservices. com.

March 26, 2019

BUSINESS LOCAL

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

White River project progressing By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Hamilton County Tourism President/CEO Brenda Myers is bullish about the future of the White River. ENVIRONMENT “White River is central Indiana’s next frontier,” Myers told a OneZone audience March 13 at the Forum Conference Center in Fishers. “It’s timeless and contemporary. The river sets us apart as communities who can work together to realize big dreams. It supports healthy neighborhoods and economies. It honors the past and improves the lives of Hoosiers for years to come.” The White River Vision Project is a collaboration between Indianapolis and Hamilton County Tourism in partnership with Indianapolis’ philanthropic arm, Tourism Tomorrow. The plan is to enhance the 58 miles of the White River in Marion and Hamilton counties. Myers said more than 100 people are serving on task forces. “Last year in northern Hamilton County, 20,000 people canoed on the upper portion of the White River,” Myers said. “The fishing is really good, just catch and release.” Myers said the project is nearing its action phase, testing ideas from the last nine months. There are nine guiding principles, which are listed on the website, mywhiteriver. com. The chief one is restoring the river’s environment and ecology to enhance its natural function. “Another is to watch that river health closely. Who wants to get into a dirty river?” Myers said. Another is to increase year-round activities to attract people to the river for arts and entertainment, recreation and learning. Emily Mack, director of Indianapolis Metropolitan Development, explained the White

Merchants announces promotion — Carmel-based Merchants Capital has formally announced the promotion of Brian Sullivan to

SELL YOUR HOME NOW! $315,960

$285,000 Keith Albrecht Keith Albrecht Direct: (317)ARE 590-7878 INVENTORY ISKeith LOW, & THERE Albrecht Direct: (317) 590-7878 Office: (317) 580-9955 INVENTORY IS BUYERS FORDirect: YOUR HOME NOW! (317) 590-7878

Office: (317) 580-9955 INVENTORY IS Office: (317) 580-9955 INVENTORY IS LOW, & THERE Keith Albrecht Hamilton County Tourism President/CEO Brenda LOW, & THERE Myers speaks at the OneZone luncheon about 590-7878 LOW, & Direct: THERE ARE (317) BUYERS FOR the White River Vision Project. (Photo by Mark Ambrogi) Office: (317) 580-9955 ARE BUYERS FOR ARE BUYERS FOR HOME YOUR River’s Indianapolis history, dating to 1870. Call me to see what “There was an ordinance that factories Call me to see YOUR HOME and rivers be located on the river — the oil YOUR HOME NOW! your home Call is meworth! to see canneries, the slaughterhouses and meat Call me to seewhat your home NOW! packing facilities,” Mack said. “By law, they what your home NOW! were required to dump all of their industrial what your home is worth! waste into the river. Although there weren’t a lot of autopsies done at the Central State Hospital, there was actually a drain that went from Central State Hospital into the White River. By 1915, the river was so disgusting, so polluted that a state senator went to the Statehouse and said it was ridiculous (Indianapolis) has to build a sewer system.” Now 104 years later, Mack said officials are just now solving the problem to contain the overflow of sewage. “So (that) when we have flood events, we’re literally not dumping raw sewage into the river,” Mack said. “So by 2025, we have this amazing opportunity in Indianapolis. For the first time in Indianapolis history, we will be able to engage and embrace the White River like we never have before.”

DISPATCHES Pollard joins real estate team — Former Pacer Scot Pollard has joined Encore Sotheby’s International Realty as part of the Kempler-Pollard Group. The real estate team is hosting an event to introduce the new partnership from 5 to 8 p.m. April 11 at Danny Boy Beer Works, 12702 Meeting House Rd. The event will include free food and beverages, door prizes and a visit from the Pacers Fan Van.

executive vice president and chief operating officer of Merchants Capital. Since stepping into this role in August 2018, Sullivan continues to lead capital markets activities, while overseeing the execution of strategic initiatives. For more information about Merchants Capital, visit merchantscapital.com. New hires — Applegate Elder Law has announced the addition of three employees at its Carmel office. Diane Peabody and Anita “Hupy” Siccardi have joined the firm as elder care coordinators, and Maria Mack has come on board as a paralegal.

is worth! is worth!

www.Keit

www.KeithsHomes.com www.KeithsHomes.com

CONSTRUCTION SPECIAL:

$20 OFF ANY SERVICE *Must mention ad

March 26, 2019

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

www.currentnightandday.com

Gregory Hancock debuts ‘Exodus’ By Mark Ambrogi mark@youarecurrent.com When Gregory Hancock decided to put “SUPERHERO” on hiatus this year, he was determined to create a comDANCE plementary piece. “SUPERHERO” details the story of Jesus Christ. Now, Hancock has focused on the first half of the Bible. Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre will present “Exodus” for the first time at 7 p.m. April 5 and 6 at The Tarkington at the Center for the Performing Arts in Carmel. It’s inspired by the book of Exodus, the second book of The Torah and Hebrew Bible (Old Testament). It tells the story of the Israelites’ departure from Egypt, led by the prophet Moses through the wilderness to the Promised Land. “It’s probably my most important piece I’ve done in a long time on so many levels,” said Hancock, executive artistic director and founder of GHDT. “Not just dance-wise, choreographically or musically, but the themes and issues and relevance because we really haven’t learned from history.” Hancock is not using biblical names, thus Taylar Green is cast as The Chosen instead of Moses. “It’s definitely challenging to portray such a big story, a story that transcends multiple religions,” Green said. “The physicality of the show is really challenging. We keep moving. We’re definitely working on getting that stamina and rhythm to go a full-length show.” Green said the story will resonate with a lot of people, the same as Hancock’s “SUPERHERO” did for several years. “It’s contemporary looking. It could be any time or any place,” Hancock said. Abbie Lessaris portrays part of The Chosen’s tribe. “We all portray the 10 plagues that happen in the Bible with our bodies,” Lessaris said. “We put the plague upon the oppressors. For the scene of the burning bush, I play the voice of God that speaks to The Chosen.” Lessaris said her favorite aspect of the show is The Chosen’s tribe is all women and children. “The journey we take throughout the

Carmel Symphony Orchestra League to feature fashion show editorial@youarecurrent.com The Carmel Symphony Orchestra League’s Annual Spring Luncheon with Fashion Show and Boutique will be April 9 at 11 a.m. at Ritz Charles, 12156 North Meridian St., Carmel. CSO League President Sandra Pirkle said this is the first time there has been a fashion show as part of the luncheon. Fashions will be provided by Carmel-based Lilly’s Wearable Art Studio. Cost is $45 per person. The reservation deadline is April 2. For more, call the CSO office at 317844-9717 or contact Barbara Crawford at bgcrawford7@gmail.com and Sandra Pirkle at skpirkle@indy.rr.com. The CSO will perform with Michael Feinstein at 8 p.m. April 13 at the Palladium at the Center for the Performing Arts. The CSO’s final concert of the 2018-19 season will be Mozart’s “Requiem” at 7:30 p.m. April 27 at the Palladium. For more, visit carmelsymphony.org.

Taylor Green portrays The Chosen in Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre’s “Exodus.” (Submitted photo)

show is very empowering, and female empowerment is a nice message in the world today,” Lessaris said. “We lift each other up and do challenging things without any men being involved.” The male dancers form The Oppressors. “There are students from Anderson University in the show,” Hancock said. “We dressed them all very androgynously and anonymously. They are just this big scary group.” The Oppressors wear black hoodies with ski masks, with their eyes showing. Hancock said the 10 plagues from the Bible were made contemporary. “Instead of frogs and lice, we changed them into pollution, desecration of the earth, gun violence, racism, selfishness, social media, government, poverty, war and death of the firstborn,” Hancock said. “It’s very statement-making. Some of the plagues are hard to watch. They’re a little

disturbing. Art is meant to challenge us at times. Even though it’s hard for the dancers to portray them, I think it’s important we look at them in a different way. It’s one of my favorite parts, how the plagues are presented, and having The Chosen being a female is really important. The imagery is important. It opens where people are caged in by a fence. That serves as a metaphor for their freedom and the sea parting. It’s going to be a powerful imagery piece.” Hancock said he has been collecting music and formulating ideas for more than a year. He started choreographing in January. “The music is explosive and dynamic and aggressive,” he said. “But it’s also beautiful, tender and quiet. It’s all instrumental.” For more, visit gregoryhancockdancetheatre.org.

Westfield — Uncorked with Hippie Dream! is set for 7 p.m. March 30 at Urban Vines Winery & Brewing Co, 303 E. 161st St. Noblesville — Aaron Kelly will perform at 8 p.m. March 30 at Logan Street Sanctuary, 1274 Logan St. Carmel — Dance Discovery Class on Disco is set for 6:30 p.m. April 2. The cost is $18. The dance session is held prior to the Music of ABBA concert May 2 at the Palladium. For more, visit thecenterpresents.org. Carmel — Magic Thread Cabaret will present “Cory Lingner: Just a Dancer” at 7:30 p.m. March 29 and 30 and 4 p.m. March 31 at The Cat Theatre, 254 Veterans Way. For more, visit magicthreadcabaret.com. Indianapolis — Indiana Repertory Theatre will present playwright James Still’s “Amber Waves,” which follows a year in the life of an Indiana family as they face the prospect of losing their farm. The show runs from April 2-28.

March 26, 2019

NIGHT & DAY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

CHS grad featured on ‘The Voice’ By Chris Bavender editorial@youarecurrent.com When Carmel High School graduate David Owens stepped onto the stage of “The Voice” for the final night of the MUSIC March 18 blind auditions, he said a prayer and tried not to think about breathing. “When you start thinking about breathing, then you start to think, ‘Oh, god, I’m not breathing,’” Owens said with a laugh. Then the lights dimmed, and the first notes of Bonnie Raitt’s “I Can’t Make You Love Me” filled the air. “It was a unique intro, because it’s really short, just a few notes, so I had to make sure I was really comfortable with it,” Owens said. “I knew I had to trust myself and that it was now or never and just do what I had practiced.” Then, a chair turn by judge Kelly Clarkson, a show of approval that guaranteed Owens would make it to the battle rounds. “It was kind of distracting. I was thinking, ‘Oh, my god, that is Kelly Clarkson.’ So, I was thinking about her and not the song, so I needed to focus again on executing it,” the 25-year-old Owens said. “I told myself before it started (that) I was going to leave everything out there on the stage, so I made sure I gave it everything I had, and if the other judges don’t turn around, they don’t turn around. I was already on the show.” His mother, Becky Owens, a special education life-skills teacher at Carmel Middle School, was watching just off stage. “In your head you’re going, ‘Oh, please, let a chair turn,’ and so once it did, I didn’t care what happened after that,” she said. “I think at that point if anything else didn’t happen, if no other judges turned their chairs, I knew the door hadn’t closed, his journey would continue.” Owens’ journey began as a young child singing around the house with his six siblings. He also sang at church and eventually joined the choir in eighth grade. He later became a member of the Ambassadors show choir at CHS. “All I wanted to do was sing. It was absolutely my passion,” Owens said. “I was looking at potentially going to school for that, and in that process it hit me that what if something happened to me and I couldn’t sing again?” Owens said. “If I get in debt to have a music degree and can’t use my voice again, where would I be?” Instead, he pursued another passion, storytelling and journalism. He graduated from Indiana University in 2016.

Carmel High School graduate David Owens is competing on ‘The Voice.’ (Submitted photo)

“It was a tough decision to make at 18 years old,” the Indianapolis resident said. “So, luckily by the grace of God, I have this opportunity to still pursue (music).” Owens’ audition was taped in November 2018, shortly after the birth of his son, Emmett. His son and his wife, Kayla, were on his mind as he prepared to sing for the judges. “This is my dream I’d put to bed so many years ago and I want my son to feel validated one day that his dad went after his dreams,” he said. “When he goes after his dreams one day, I don’t want him to see me as an example of falling on my face but taking my dream seriously and putting in the work.” Although winning “The Voice” is the goal, Owens said the bigger goal is to be true to himself. “And to be supportive of the incredible artists on this show,” he said. “I’ve become friends with a lot of them and, my god, they are so gifted and talented and just incredible people. I just want to soak it up. I don’t want to leave feeling worried about what I could have done differently, but knowing I did my best and shared the stories I was given to share. “‘The Voice’ gives you a platform with one of the largest audiences in the world, so I want to enjoy that and be appreciative.” Up next for Owens and his fellow competitors are the battle rounds. “The Voice” airs at 8 p.m. Mondays on WTHR-13.

3/22 - 4/6

TICKETS ON SALE NOW * *PERFORMANCES WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY

civictheatre.org

March 26, 2019

NIGHT & DAY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Cabaret presents Lingner By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com

seven of the eight possible shows.” Lingner talked with MTC founders Tom Alvarez and Dustin Klein about developing a Cory Lingner grew up in Indianapolis pershow. Lingner surprised performer Melissa forming in dance competitions. Schott by showing up at her MTC Lingner has proven DANCE that he can act and show in 2018. “She asked me to sing a duet sing, having appeared with her the final two shows, which in Broadway shows such as “Carwas very flattering,” Lingner said. ousel,” “Charlie and the Chocolate “Melissa and I first met doing a proFactory,” “An American In Paris” and duction of ‘42nd Street’ at Footlite “On the Town.” Musicals in 2005. She was cast as So, a bit tongue-in-cheek, he Lingner Peggy Sawyer and I was in the endecided to call his Magic Thread Cabaret show, “Cory Lingner: Just a Dancer.” semble. Melissa and I fell in love with musical theater from there.” Lingner will perform at 7:30 p.m. March 29 Schott will join Lingner for some duets and 30 and 4 p.m. March 31 at The Cat Thefor the three shows. Westfield Middle School atre, 254 Veterans Way, Carmel. seventh-grader Keegan Connor, a two-time “I didn’t get into musical theater until CarmelFest Has Talent winner, will appear high school,” Lingner said. “I wanted the with Lingner as well. theme of the show, since I was coming “She’s so talented and I’m excited to back home, to be about dance because it’s showcase her even more,” Lingner said. a huge part of my life. But maybe I’m a little “We’re going to sing a duet together.” bit more than just a dancer.” Lingner will sing some Great American Lingner graduated from University High Songbook and show tunes and a few pop School in Carmel in 2009. songs. “At University we did two shows every Tickets are $35 and $25 and are available year, a play in the fall and a musical in at magicthreadcabaret.com. the spring,” Lingner said. “I was able to do

Carmel artisans to display work By Mark Ambrogi • mark@youarecurrent.com Nick Murdick started making kombucha, a fermented tea, in 2008. He has since turned it into a family business. ART Murdick and Carmel mosaic artist Nancy Keating, both Indiana Artisans, will showcase their original art and food at Indiana Artisan Marketplace’s Gallery Exhibit from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. April 6 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 7 at the Expo Hall, Murdick Indiana State Fairgrounds & Event Center, Indianapolis. More than 100 artisans from Indiana and Kentucky take part. The artisans were selected by art and food jury panels, formed by Indiana Artisan and Kentucky Crafted. The Indiana Artisan organization was established in 2008 by a resolution of the Indiana Legislature to identify, recognize and promote the state’s highest-quality art, crafts and foods. “Our Carmel-based family business is called Presto Kombucha and we launched in 2014 at Indy’s Kitchen,” Murdick said. “We are a commercial kombucha wholesaler.”

A mosiac by Nancy Keating. (Submitted photo)

They now make the product at Carmel’s Kitchen, a shared kitchen incubator space. Murdick’s fiancée, Irina Mueller, and his 12-year-old son, Calvin Murdick, help with the business. Murdick is a musician who primarily performs as a horn and alphorn soloist and chamber musician. Keating, a partner in Carmel’s Art on Main, will display her mosaic work at the Marketplace for the fourth time. “I love meeting so many mosaic art fans and sharing fun mosaic art,” she said. Tickets for the Marketplace are $10 at the door. For more, visit indianaartisan.org.

THE WILD WILD WEST March 26, 2019

NIGHT & DAY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Where’s Amy? Amy Pauszek is a photographer, film producer and scouting and casting associate for Talent Fusion Agency in Indianapolis. She can be reached at Amy@youarecurrent.com. To see more of her photos, visit currentnightandday.com.

It Doesn’t Get Any Wilder Than This!

What would you sacrifice for love?

April 5 & 6, 2019

Where’s Amy attends ‘Be More Chill’ opening night “Be More Chill” Broadway investors Arlene and Tom Grande (Carmel) traveled to New York City to attend the March 10 opening night of the new hit musical. Where’s Amy caught former Geist residents and Broadway producers Marlene and Gary Cohen (Las Vegas) and Broadway investors Tom and Arlene Grande (Carmel) on the scene. Celebrities included Broadway favorites Lin Manuel Miranda (Hamilton), Joe Iconis (“Be More Chill”), Billy Porter (“Kinky Boots”) and Gaten John Matarazzo III (“Les Mis,” “Stranger Things”). (Photo by Amy Pauszek)

The Tarkington

ORDER YOUR TICKETS TODAY!

317-843-3800 or available online at

www.gregoryhancockdancetheatre.org

Weekends February 9-24, 2019 - The Academy of GHDT Tickets: ghdtwildwest.eventbrite.com

Please join Janus Developmental Services, Inc. for the

Eleventh Annual Create, Connect and Commit Fundraising Breakfast! 502 East Event Center in Carmel | Friday, May 3, 2019

With Honorary Co-Chairs Mayor John Ditslear from the City of Noblesville Mayor Jim Brainard from the City of Carmel Mayor Andy Cook from the City of Westfield Mayor Scott Fadness from the City of Fishers

Sponsored in in part part by by Sponsored

SPONSORED IN PART BY

March 26, 2019

NIGHT & DAY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com Notice of Self Storage Sale Please take notice Carmel Drive Self Storage located at 550 W. Carmel Dr. Carmel IN 46032 intends to hold a sale to sell the property stored at the facility by the below occupants whom are in default at an auction. The sale will occur or otherwise disposed at the facility on 3/19/2019 at 2:00PM. Unless stated otherwise the description of the contents are household goods and furnishings. Johan Garcia Fritzes in unit #649: Yosbel Rolando Hidalog in unit #1051; Yirandi Martinez Gonzalez in unit #309. All property is being stored at the above self-storage facilities. These sales may be withdrawn at any time without notice. Certain terms and conditions apply. See manager for details.

NOTICE TO BIDDERS City of Carmel, Indiana Department Board of Public Works and Safety One Civic Square City of Carmel, Indiana 46032 Project: PROJECT NO. 17-ENG-01 – DUKE ENERGY RELOCATION PLANS PHASE 2 NORTH Notice is hereby given that the Board of Public Works and Safety for the City of Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana will receive sealed bids for the above described “Project” at the office of the Clerk Treasurer, One Civic Square, Carmel, Indiana (City Hall) until 9:45 EST and in the Council Chambers at the same address between the hours of 9:45 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. EST on or before Wednesday, April 3, 2019, and commencing as soon as practicable thereafter on the same date such bids will be publicly opened and read aloud in the Council Chambers of City Hall. No late bids will be accepted. All bids and proposals shall be properly and completely executed on the proposal forms provided with the plans and specifications, which will include the non-collusion affidavit as required by the State of Indiana. The bid envelope must be sealed and have the words “BID – PROJECT NO. 17-ENG-01 – DUKE ENERGY RELOCATION PLANS PHASE 2 NORTH” A bid bond or certified check in an amount not less than ten percent (10%) of the amount bid must be submitted with each bid. A one hundred percent (100%) performance and payment bond will also be required of the successful bidder. It is intended that actual construction of all work divisions shall be started as soon as practicable, and each bidder shall be prepared to enter promptly into a construction contract, furnish a performance bond, and begin work without delay in the event the award is made to him. The Project consists of, but is not necessarily limited to, the following: PROJECT DESCRIPTION The project consists of installing ±890 LF of underground duct for Duke Energy’s transmission line from 1st Street SW to a new riser pole north of 1st Street NW between 1st Avenue NW and Rangeline Road. This will include the full reconstruction of Veterans Way/ 1st Avenue NW and 1st Street NW east of 1st Avenue NW, as well as ±701 SYS mill and overlay. Also included in the project is the installation of ±762 LF of underground Duke Energy distribution facilities, as well as ±1,702 LF of proposed communication duct bank for attachers to the existing Duke Energy poles. The project will also consist of installing ±1,451 LF of varying size ductile iron water main, connections and fire hydrant assemblies. The project also includes surfacing of Veterans Way from 6th Street SW to the Duke Energy substation and Elm Street between Monon Boulevard and 3rd Avenue, as well as ±1,378 SYS of mill and overlay on 3rd Avenue north and south of Elm Street. The installation of sidewalk in the Right of Way in front of the JC Hart building on Veterans Way and the Midtown West Developments, north and south of Elm Street is also included in the project. Contract Documents for the Project have been assembled into one bound project manual, which together with drawings, may be examined at the following locations: City of Carmel CrossRoad Engineers, P.C. Department of Engineering - 1st Floor 3417 Sherman Drive One Civic Square Beech Grove, IN 46107 Carmel, IN 46032 (317) 780-1555 (317) 571-2441 Attn: Trent Newport Copies of such drawings and project manuals must be obtained from Reprographix (Reprographix.com). Payments and costs of Contract Documents are non-refundable. Bidders shall assure that they have obtained complete sets of drawings and Contract Documents and shall assume the risk of any errors or omissions in bids prepared in reliance on incomplete sets of drawings and Contract Documents. This Project will be funded by the City of Carmel. A pre-bid conference for discussions of the Project, the bidding requirements and other important matters will be held on Wednesday, March 27 2019 at 9:00 a.m. in the Caucus Room on the 2nd Floor of City Hall (One Civic Square). All prospective bidders are invited to attend the pre-bid conference. The pre-bid conference is not mandatory. For special accommodations needed by handicapped individuals planning to attend the pre-bid conference or public bid opening meeting, please call or notify the city of Carmel, Engineer’s Office, at (317) 571-2441 at least forty-eight (48) hours prior thereto. No bidder may withdraw any bid or proposal within a period of thirty (30) days following the date set for receiving bids or proposals. The Carmel Board of Public Works and Safety reserves the right to hold any or all bids or proposals for a period of not more than thirty (30) days and said bids or proposal shall remain in full force and effect during said period. The City of Carmel reserves the right to reject and/or cancel any and all bids, solicitations and/or offers in whole or in part as specified in the solicitations when it is not in the best interests of the governmental body as determined by the purchasing agency in accordance with IC 5-22-18-2 Christine S. Pauley Clerk-Treasurer

Wolfies Grill Wolfies Grill has a Buffalo Chicken Nachos appetizer that is plenty big to share. (Photo by Anna Skinner)

Commentary by Anna Skinner Address: 137 W. Main St., Westfield What to get: Buffalo Chicken Nachos Price: $10.50 Anna’s take: I’m a buffalo-chicken fiend, so anytime I can order anything involving buffalo sauce and chicken, I do. I ordered Wolfies’ Buffalo Chicken Nachos. They are definitely a shareable item. Grilled buffalo chicken, mozzarella, cheddar, shredded lettuce, house-made ranch, tomatoes and onions are heaped on top of a platter of

tortilla chips. I was starving and still barely made a dent in this meal. Wolfies also recommends the menu item, so you know it’s a good choice. Wolfies has restaurants in Carmel, Noblesville, Fishers and Geist, so there’s likely one nearby. Suggested pairings: Wolfies Grill features a good variety of beers on tap and an array of cocktails. I suggest the Bulleit Old Fashioned, which, as the name implies, uses Bulleit bourbon.

Behind bars: Smoked Pineapple Get it at 3UP Rooftop Bar, Carmel Ingredients: 1.5 oz. Del Maguey Vida, 1 oz. pineapple juice, 1 oz. lime juice, 1 oz. ginger syrup Directions: Combine all ingredients in a shaker, add ice, shake and strain over new ice and a highball glass. Garnish with a pineapple wedge.

What is Current’s average readership?

Source: SMARI, Inc.

PROVING NEWSPAPERS WORK SINCE 2006

ADVERTISE: info@youarecurrent.com • 317.489.4444, ext. 2

March 26, 2019

NIGHT & DAY

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

IRT releases 2019-20 season

Compiled by Mark Ambrogi

“A Doll’s House, Part 2,” OneAmerica Stage, Indiana Repertory Theatre, Indianapolis

More: irtlive.com

“The Importance of Being Earnest,” Civic Theatre, Studio Theater, the Center for the Performing Arts, Carmel

7 p.m. March 27, 28, 29, 30; 2 p.m. March 31

Civic Theatre presents Oscar Wilde’s farce, adapted by Michael J. Lasley and Parrish Williams. Cost: $25 to $43

Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are In A Play,” The Cabaret, Indiana Repertory Theatre, Indianapolis

More: civictheatre.org

Noon March 27; 11 a.m. and 1 and 4 p.m. March 30; 1 and 3 p.m., March 31; 6:30 p.m. April 2

The story of friendship is designed for children ages 3 to 8. The musical’s script and lyrics are by Mo Willems, who wrote a book series about Elephant & Piggie. Cost: $8 (youth) to $15

editorial@youarecurrent.com

7:30 p.m. March 28, 29; 8 p.m. March 30; 6 p.m. March 31

Lucas Hnath’s play follows up on Henrik Ibsen’s 1879 groundbreaking play focused on feminism, marriage and societal expectations. Cost: $21 to $78

More: irtlive.com

Danny (Kaleb Lankford) and Sandy (Sarah Daniels), right, are surprised to see each other on the first day of school in Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre’s production of ‘“Grease.” (Submitted photo)

“Grease,” Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre, Indianapolis

8 p.m. March 26, 28, 29; 1 and 8 p.m. March 27, 30; 1:30 p.m. March 31

Sarah Daniels stars as Sandy and Kaleb Lankford portrays Danny in the classic musical based at a high school in 1959. Cost: $45 to $70 (includes buffet dinner).

More: beefandboards.com, 317-872-9664

“Cory Lingner: Just a Dancer,” Magic Thread Cabaret, The Cat Theatre, 254 Veterans Way, Carmel

7:30 p.m. March 29, 30; 4 p.m. March 31

Magic Thread Cabaret presents University High School graduate Cory Lingner, who has appeared in Broadway shows.  Cost: $25 to $35

More: magicthreadcabaret.com

The Indiana Repertory Theatre has announced the 2019-20 season, which ranges from classic and beloved stories to thought-provoking and diverse work. THEATER Scheduled from Sept. 4, 2019 to May 10, 2020, the season will take audiences on a journey through modern and historical times, realistic and magical elements and intense and heartwarming emotions. The Signature Six Series includes “Twelve Angry Men,” “And So We Walked: An Artist’s Journey Along the Trail of Tears,” “Morning After Grace,” Agatha Christie’s “Murder on the Orient Express,” “The Paper Dreams of Harry Chin” and Jane Austen’s “Sense and Sensibility. The additional productions will be “The Watsons Go to Birmingham—1963,” James Still’s “The Little Choo-Choo That Thinks She Can” and the return of the Indianapolis holiday tradition Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol.” Dates are on irtlive.com. Seated ticket packages are available and include options for the Signature Six Series. To learn more about season package benefits and to purchase, visit irtlive.com. Build Your Own packages and single tickets will go on sale later this summer. For the full story, visit currentnightandday.com.

TICKETS START AT $25—BUY NOW! APRIL 2 - APRIL 28 from the heartland Hard times mean hard decisions as an Indiana family faces the prospect of losing their farm. This small-town tale returns by popular demand, featuring music by Tim Grimm and Jason Wilber, with generous helpings of courage, love and humor.

IRTLIVE.COM | 317.635.5252 Original artwork by Kyle Ragsdale. Photos by Amber Mills.

March 26, 2019

INSIDE & OUT

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Blueprint for Improvement: Two-level screened porch in Carmel Commentary by Larry Greene

THE SOLUTION

After

Before

A two-story porch with upgraded patio and fire pit provided enhanced outdoor living for the homeowners. 1. Arched screen openings were used on the lower porch to match the arched transom windows in the home. 2. Retractable screens allow the homeowners to use the space in a variety of ways. 3. Tongue-and-groove painted ceilings were added to both levels. 4. The hip roof was extended from the home to create a good architectural transition. 5. New Trex decking and handrail with stone patio and stone veneer fire pit finished off the space. To get started on your own remodeling project, visit us at caseindy.com or stop by one of our three locations.

Background: This lovely home in the Woods of Williams Creek was built in 2003.

THE CHALLENGE The homeowners love their backyard space, which offers a private view of the creek behind their property. They wanted to create a screened porch off their second-room master bedroom and enclose the existing deck with screen panels for a more enjoyable – and bug-free – outdoor experience for their family.

Larry Greene is the owner of Case Design/Remodeling. You may email him at lgreene@ caseindy.com. To see more before-and-after pictures of this project, visit caseindy.com/blog.

Wednesday, March 27

7:00 – 8:00 p.m. CARMEL CLAY PUBLIC LIBRARY

In 1977, Carmel High School's boys' basketball team, coming off a lackluster season, were the surprise winners of their first IHSAA state championship. Relive the excitement with a special screening of an hour of footage from the championship game and the pep session that followed.

E. Davis Coots

James K. Wheeler

Brandi A. Gibson

Jay Curts

James D. Crum

Jeffrey S. Zipes

Matthew L. Hinkle

Ryan H. Cassman

John V. Maurovich

Alex Emerson

Betsy Sommers

Attorneys for Families & Business

No tickets required.

Presented in partnership with Carmel Clay Historical Society.

CARMEL CLAY PUBLIC LIBRARY

255 E. Carmel Drive, Carmel, IN 46032-2689 317.844.4693 | www.chwlaw.com

Daniel E. Coots

March 26, 2019

LIFESTYLE

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

How to bring your ‘A’ game Commentary by Curtis Honeycutt

Grand Hotel in Taipei, Taiwan. (Photo by Don Knebel)

Taipei’s Grand Hotel Commentary by Don Knebel Taipei, Taiwan is a modern city of nearly 3 million people. One of its most popular hotels was designed to reflect a dramatic cultural change. TRAVEL After Japan gained control of Taiwan from the Chinese in 1895, it set out to establish Japanese culture on the island. As one of its earliest efforts, it built a major Shinto shrine atop Jiantan Mountain in what is now Taipei. As the highest of an eventual 65 shrines, this shrine became known as the Taiwan Grand Shrine. After the defeat of Japan in World War II, Taiwan came under control of the Republic of China, with its capital in Beijing. In 1949, after losing the Chinese Civil War, Chiang Kai-Shek led several hundred thousand of his soldiers and about 2 million refugees to Taiwan. He proclaimed Taipei to be the provisional capital of the Republic of China, which required an effort to change the city’s Japanese look and feel. In 1952, Chiang Kai-Shek’s government began building a major hotel on the site of the Taiwan

Grand Shrine. To better identify Taipei with Chinese culture, architects designed the hotel in the classic Chinese style. When finally completed in 1973, the Taipei Grand Hotel was the tallest building in Taipei and became host to many international conferences and dignitaries. Its 285-foot-high pagoda-inspired roof featured dragon heads on its corners, each pointing outwardly. During a reconstruction project in 1995, a fire broke out on the hotel’s roof that could not be reached by fire hoses, leading to the collapse of the entire roof. When the hotel re-opened in 1998, the dragon heads, traditional symbols of rain and water, were turned inwardly to help protect the roof from future fires. The presidential suite, containing Chiang Kai-Chek’s desk and his wife’s dressing table, can be rented for about $5,000 a night. Don Knebel is a local resident who works for Barnes & Thornburg LLP. For the full column visit donknebel.com. You may contact him at news@currentzionsville. com.

DISPATCHES Cooking with olive oil — It’s generally thought that cooking at high temperatures with olive oil isn’t a good idea because the oil degrades and impacts the flavor of the food. Research has proven that this is mostly untrue. While deep frying foods in olive oil does slightly impact the flavor, the effect is minimal. Other high-heat methods appear to make no difference in flavor. Source: SeriousEats.com Slicing an onion — An onion will taste differently depending on how it’s cut. If you

slice an onion from end to end, it will have a milder flavor than if you slice it across the middle. That’s because cutting an onion releases flavor compounds, and how you slice determines how many compounds are released. When you cut end to end, or with the grain, you cause less damage and release fewer compounds than when you slice through the middle. Slicing through the middle, or against the grain, causes a greater disruption and leaves you with a stronger, more pungent taste. Source: SeriousEats.com

Going on a coffee run for your coworkers sounds like a great idea, doesn’t it? Not only do you GRAMMAR GUY seem considerate of their caffeine needs, but you also offer to pay (usually), which makes you seem generous. You’re the hero of the office! But then you have to take down all their complicated orders, take the drinks away in one of those multi-cup holder things without spilling them all over your car (or your shirt), and then bring the correct drinks to everyone. Seems like a hassle, doesn’t it? The next time you have this idea, just hand out $5 bills instead. Everyone wants to be the office hero, but not everyone knows the right time to use “bring” or “take.” The problem is, both words have similar meanings. Both words are verbs that involve carrying something, whether literally or figuratively. “Bring” means to carry something along with you while “take” means to carry something away with you. For example, when the barista finishes

making everyone’s espresso drinks (quick tip: it’s “espresso,” not “expresso”), you take the drinks from her. Similarly, you would bring the drinks to your co-workers. However, if I, as your boss, asked you to deliver coffee to the accounting department down the hall, I would say, “Please take this bucket of coffee to the accounting team.” It all comes down to the difference between “toward” and “away.” When the object is coming toward the person speaking, use “bring.” When the object is coming away from the person speaking, use “take.” “Bring” indicates movement toward the writer/speaker, while “take” indicates movement away from the writer/speaker. Take this advice to heart. Soon enough, your office mates will be bringing you piles of compliments on your journey up the corporate ladder. Curtis Honeycutt is a national award-winning, syndicated humor writer. Connect with him on Twitter (@curtishoneycutt) or at curtishoneycutt.com.

NEED HELP UNDERSTANDING HOW TAX LAW CHANGES MAY AFFECT YOU ? Download the Somerset CPAs and Advisors App to find important updates on topics such as: •

Maximizing the new 20% qualified business income deduction

•

Reducing the tax burden on families

•

Selecting a business entity

The App is free and available for all devices. YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD TAX EXPERTS Kevin O’Connell, CPA, JD Tax Principal koconnell@somersetcpas.com

somersetcpas.com

Dan Dickerson, CPA Tax Principal ddickerson@somersetcpas.com

March 26, 2019

LIFESTYLE

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Across 1. B-52s hit: “Love ___” 6. Kittle’s couches 11. Sunscreen letters 14. Alma mater of two US Vice Presidents 15. Put up with 16. Coach Parseghian 17. Start of an April Fools’

Day one-liner 19. Illuminated 20. In the past 21. Chimney dust 22. Advise 26. Good tasting 28. “There’s more...” 29. One-liner, Part 2 32. Aladdin studio

34. Annapolis inst. 35. Mine finds 36. Andrew Luck stat. 37. Shapiro’s loaves 41. “Hey, you!” 43. Remain aboard 45. One-liner, Part 3 49. Star Wars princess 50. ___ monkey

GET OFF YOUR GRASS AND CALL US!

Call now to get on our spring schedule.

317-565-3540

YARDVARKSLAWNCARE.COM Yardvarks...doing a common thing uncommonly well!

51. With gusto 53. Online TV site 54. Greek philosopher 56. Mellencamp guitar attachment 57. End of one-liner 63. Scot’s denial 64. ___ Dame 65. Video-game pioneer 66. “There’s more...” 67. Jacket fabric 68. Update an Indiana atlas Down 1. Tiny taste 2. Color tone 3. GI address 4. The Well Coffeehouse vessel 5. Metric wts. 6. Hoosier Park seat 7. ISO woodwind 8. Sawyer’s pal 9. Much ___ About Nothing 10. Noblesville HS volleyball pass 11. Barroom 12. Westfield Police rap sheet info 13. Certain acids 18. Mournful poem 21. “Law & Order: ___” 22. Ne’er-do-well 23. Fishers N-S road 24. Cold War inits. 25. Zip 26. Dict. entry 27. In pieces 30. ___-frutti 31. Denver winter hrs. 33. TV sports awards 36. Ex-ember 38. Alma mater of five US

Presidents 39. Ogler 40. Potting need 42. Fr. holy woman 43. Do an axel on The Ice at Center Green 44. Indiana House vote 45. Writer Capote 46. Pitched in 47. ___ Claire, Wisc. 48. Got closer 50. Togo neighbor 52. Make it big

54. South Bend mayor Buttigieg 55. Old instrument 57. Big bang letters 58. Current reporter’s query 59. Eiteljorg Museum tribe 60. ‘60s war zone 61. Grp. that will have its 148th annual meetings at the Indiana Convention Center on Apr. 25-28 62. Puppy sound Answers on Page 34

BEFORE

AFTER

Current in Carmel What is your goal? www.currentincarmel.com

March 26, 2019

FIT, HEALTHY, AND STRONG! NUTRITION

YOUR SUCCESS HAPPENS HERE! STRENGTH-TRAINING I LOVE your success! Go to: fbfitness.com

CARDIO • FLEXIBILITY in Weight Loss! Call Expert Today (317) 250-4848 AFTER AFTER

WWW.FBFITNESS.COM • CALL TODAY 317.250.4848 1REAL onRESULTS 1 Personal HAPPENTraining HERE! Weight Loss Expert

CindyFitness, Sams Cindy Sams, Full-Body LLC

Get your card in front of 128,087 households! Call Dennis O’Malia @ 317.370.0749 for details

From tax return From accounting preparation to business to U.S. Tax Court transactions CPA-Attorney Since 1971

Full-Body Fitness, LLC

From protecting assets to estate planning

317-844-1303 • CPAttorney.com

1 on 1 Personal Training • Weight Loss Expert

3C Plumbing Inc. Cy Clayton Cadwalader

BEFORE

- water heaters - sump pumps - garbage disposals - bath & kitchen faucets - water softeners -

REPAIRS.

REASONABLY PRICED. RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING

cy@3CPlumbing.com

HANDYMAN SERVICES CHIP TRAIN REMODELING KITCHENS • BATHROOMS • BASEMENTS

317.850.5114

AFTER

16 years experience Free home inspection Guaranteed work/referrals Lic. # PC1Q701074

Remodeling Carmel and Zionsville since 1992 Licensed • Bonded • Insured Chip Train 317-258-2650 • chiptrain@msn.com

I LOVE your success!

Clean of Hearts Cleaning Service AFTER AFTER

Collecting dust since 2005

• Residential Cleaning • Move Ins/Move Outs • Quality Service • Free Quote Cindy SamsGuaranteed • Satisfaction Full-Body Fitness, LLC

8888 Keystone Crossing, Suite 1300 • Indianapolis, IN

317-414-6873

1 on 1 Personal Training • Weight Loss Expert

WALLA PAINTING

Insurance Specialist ROSE ROOFING Storm Damage

Small Local Business - Servicing Hamilton County 2010-2017 Angie’s List Service Award Winner Fully Insured and Bonded - FREE ESTIMATES Discounts on High Quality Paints

317-430-7684 • cleanofheartscleaningservice.com Insured & Bonded

• Interior / Exterior • Full Prep / Clean Service • Walls, Trim, Cabinets • Ext Trim, Siding, Brick

wallapainting.com 317.656.7045

ROOFING • SIDING • WINDOWS

WINTER SPECIAL:

20% OFF

Since 1993

Jobs over $1500

LICENSED BONDED INSURED

*Discount for interior painting only

Denture Repairs

Prosthodontics of Central Indiana 11405 N. Pennsylvania St. #110

(Mon-Fri)

www.prosthodonticsIN.com

Same Day

317-574-0866

We can help you upgrade to implant over dentures or fixed implant restorations”

CARPET CLEANING

AREA RUG CLEANING

5 AREAS CLEANED

199

*Some restrictions apply. Expires 3/31/19

When you drop oﬀ!

COME TO THE SPECIALISTS! Free oral examination and denture assessment with any repair. Karen Tanner Real Estate Group Annie Greenberg Schweiger REALTOR/Broker

317-848-7634

www.centennialremodelers.com

“JEFF” OF ALL TRADES • PLUMBING • ELECTRICAL • TILING, CARPENTRY & MORE! TURN YOUR ‘TO DO’ LIST INTO A ‘TO DONE’ LIST

HANDYMAN SERVICES, LLC.

FREE ESTIMATES

317-797-8181

www.jeffofalltrades.net - Insured & Bonded

$35 OFF

Any job of $250 or more “JEFF” OF ALL TRADES 317-797-8181 Coupon must be presented at time of estimate. Not valid with other offers or prior purchases. Offer expires 4/30/19.

ANOTHER WAY TO STAY COVERED™ Commercial | Benefits | Personal | Financial

317.222.1304 Office 317.361.6333 Annie Cell Annie@BuyWithKTG.com

317-334-1900

4349 W 96th St.

230 N Rangeline Road Carmel, IN 46032 www.BuyWithKTG.com

Member Central Indiana

317.846.5554 shepherdins.com

Need Help Navigating Health Insurance? 34 Call us today for FREE HELP! March 26, 2019

FINE BATHROOMS

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

• Medicare Plans • Group Medical Plans • Dental & Vision Plans • Health Insurance Plans Serving Hamilton, Boone, and all Indiana Counties • Hospital, Critical Illness & Cancer Plans • Long Term Care & Home Health Care Plans Local Office: 317-678-8753 • Life Insurance, Disability Income www.MedPlanNetwork.com & Business Insurance We Make Health Insurance Easy!

Medicare Choices 317-903-0720

info@hoosierbenefits.com SAVE

UP TO

1,000

Complete Bathroom Remodeling -Ceramic and Porcelain Tile Installations -Custom Showers -Leak and Mold Solutions -Low Maintenance Choices

Anderson Construction Services Learn more at:

www.iwantanewbathroom.com

• Kitchen Cabinets

10% OFF

IF YOU MENTION THIS AD • Residen�al/Commercial • Trunks • Custom Consoles

• We also do boat interiors

NOW OPEN!

BRYANT’S FREEZER BEEF

We do custom auto upholstery

• Halves and quarters available • Beef breeds, corn fed with no hormones • Naturally aged and processed • Delivered ready for your freezer

• Carpet • Headliners • Seats • Trunks • Custom Consoles • We also do boat interiors

(765) 233-7100

ROGER BRYANT

threadheadzautomarine@gmail.com

PHONE: 765.934.3775

Like us on Facebook @ Thread Headz Auto & Marine Upholstery

Custom

ON SELECT FLOORS*

Jorge Escalante

317-397-9389 pain�hetownred2007@gmail.com

• Interior/Exterior

Room Additions

Sunrooms & Porch Conversions Free Project Estimate

MONTHS SPECIAL

FINANCING

540 North Rangeline Road, Carmel, Indiana • 317-488-1464 LegacyWindowandDoor.com

AVAILABLE

on purchases made with your Carpet One credit card between 3/1/10 and 4/7/19

PUZZLE ANSWERS

CARPET • HARDWOOD WATER RESISTANT FLOORS • LAMINATE • TILE

11230 ALLISONVILLE RD., FISHERS, IN 46038 VOGTCARPETONEFISHERS.COM/MAKEOVER-SALE

Licensed, insured & bonded • Kitchen/Bath Remodeling • Custom Decks • Finished Basements • Ceramic Tile • Wood Floors • Doors & Windows • Interior & Exterior Painting • Drywall • Plumbing & Electrical

Gary D. Simpson Office: 317-660-5494 Cell: 317-703-9575 Free Estimates & Satisfaction Guaranteed

• Roofing and Siding • Room Additions • Power Washing • Decorative & Regular Concrete • Handyman Services

simpsonconstructionservices.com

Commercial/Residential Gutter Cleaning • Pressure Washing Fully Insured • Free Estimates

10% off Gutter, Window Cleaning & Pressure Washing (Offer expires 4-30-19)

(317) 645-8373 • www.TopShineWindowCleaning.com

Answers to HOOSIER HODGEPODGE: Birds: CARDINAL, DOVE, DUCK, PIGEON, ROBIN, WREN; Towns: FAIRMOUNT, FISHERS, FRANKFORT, FRANKLIN, FRENCH LICK; Things: BED, BOOKCASE, BOWL, CHAIR; Vegetables: BEAN, CARROT, CORN; Winners: HAMILTON, THE PRODUCERS; Locale: WHITESTOWN

March 26, 2019

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

Classifieds

VISA, MasterCard accepted. Reach 128,087 homes weekly

SERVICES

LAWN CARE & LANDSCAPING

C&H TREE SERVICE

Locally owned/operated over 40 YRS

• • • • • •

SPRING CLEAN UP MULCH MOWING FERTILIZING TEAR OUT/REPLACE FREE ESTIMATES CALL 317-491-3491 GUITAR LESSONS

NOW HIRING

FIREWOOD SALE Topping – Removal Deadwooding – Landscaping Stump Grinding – Gutter Cleaning INSURED – FREE ESTIMATES Call Steve 317-341-4905 or 317-932-2115

Guitar Lessons With Baker Scott

Beginners thru Advanced All styles Electric-Acoustic-Bass Private Lessons Parent-Child Lessons

JACKSON LAWN MOWING Local Family Business Father and Son 35 Years Experience Insured-References Free Estimates 317-727-0948

near Carey Road & 146th Carmel 317-

910-6990

Nick’s Tree Service AVAILABLE SERVICES

(Telecommuting from any location in US permitted) Design, develop & implement supply chain Solutions based on client reqts; design processes Using HighJump Software Architecture; identify business issues, solution reqts and benefit/costs; consult w/ clients on method., scope, deliverables to meet needs; input to applications Devlpt project plans and integrations; lead testing effort by providing test case scenarios and documenting results; requires significant travel (US Domestic 50%).

Advantage Architect, Page editor, Adv Link, Excel, PowerPOint, Word and Visio. For full decription and requirements, visit https://www.envistacorp.com/working-at-envista/ Submit CV and cover letter to Stephanie Newell, 11555 N. Meridian St, Suite 300, Carmel, IN 46032

SERVICES WILL MOW LAWNS WILL DO SPRING CLEAN UP

.com

LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED

CALL TODAY! (317) 524-9100

Trim shrubs, remove or trim some trees, Clean out houses, garages, basements, attics, gutters, paint, Do odd jobs, demo small buildings Provide personal services Fully Insured Text or call Jay 574-398-2135: shidelerjay@gmail.com www.jayspersonalservices.com

www.pawpatrolindy.com Since 1998

“The Safe and Reliable Alternative to Boarding” Insured/Bonded Serving Carmel & Westfield

Give us a call at 317-490-2922 to schedule your Free Quote & Demonstration omaliashsr.com Serving, Hamilton, Marion, Boone Madison & Hancock counties

NOW HIRING

MR. MANICURE LAWN AND LANDSCAPE ACCEPTING NEW CUSTOMERS:

So ,JOIN OUR TEAM NOW HIRING FULL TIME We’re seeking a motivated individual who enjoys working outdoors! Salary: $12-$15/hour Call Rod Bradley @ 317-514-9006 rbradley@mrmanicure.com mrmanicure.com

NOW HIRING

Assisted Living Community now hiring LPN’s, CNA’s, Housekeepers and Dining Room Staff PT and FT positions, All shifts available Apply online at: http://careers.fivestarseniorliving.com/ Join Our Team Job Location - Noblesville Full Time positions offer excellent benefits including: • Medical Insurance • Dental and Vision • Supplemental/Major Medical Insurance • Life Insurance • 401k • PTO

Pet & House Sitting Service 317-802-6565 317-432-1627

• House Wash • Roof Wash • Concrete Cleaning & Sealing • Stamped Concrete Cleaning & Sealing • Deck Cleaning & Staining • Fence Cleaning and Staining • Paver Cleaning and Sealing • Dock Cleaning and Sealing

For pricing e-mail your ad to classifieds@youarecurrent.com

SENIOR CONSULTANT AT ENVISTA IN CARMEL, IN

Requires minimum of BS in Comp Sci, Engineering or closely related field or for equiv.; 3 yrs exp. In supply chain consulting; exp w HighJump, Warehouse adv. Consulting/Develpt/Config/SetUp; prof. w MS SQL server,

Wth recording artist Duke Tumatoe Learn from professional and have fun All levels - in Carmel duke@duketumatoe.com or 317-201-5856

• Tree Removal • Trimming • Stump Grinding • Finish Grading • Bucket Truck Work • Climbing • Lot clearing

NOW HIRING

Now Hiring!

HVAC and Maintenance Mechanics

NOW HIRING Davis Family Lawn Care hiring Full/Part time crew

Must be reliable with valid drivers license. Experience a plus. Contact Rick Davis at davisfamilylawn@aol.com or 317-374-7466. Established pool company now hiring experienced Pool Service Technician and Helpers. $12/hr to start. Drivers license and background check required. Call or stop by Scott Pools, Inc. for details. 317-846-5576

Join Medxcel to support the healing environment & enhance the safety of patients at St. Vincent Fishers and St. Vincent Carmel hospitals. We are seeking experienced HVAC techs, Maintenance Mechanics, and an experienced Facilities Supervisor at Medxcel to serve these hospitals. We offer competitive pay, a great benefits package, and strong potential for growth and advancement.

APPLY TODAY

Email careers@medxcelfm.com or apply at medxcelfm.com/careers

March 26, 2019

Current in Carmel

www.currentincarmel.com

ENJOY A SOUND INVESTMENT IN QUALITY AND STYLE

B EAU T I F U L

AF F O R D A B L E

HONEST

12345 OLD MERIDIAN ST â€¢ CARMEL, IN 46032 1 MILE NORTH OF I-465 OFF U.S. 31

kirkfurniture.com 317.846.2535 Handcrafted in the USA by Sherrill Furniture