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contents 4 2011atCarmelMomoftheYear:

HeatherStephensonby Stephanie Carlson Curtis

10 HittingtheAirwavesby Tom Britt

16 WZPLFamilyMagazine:BacktoSchoolHeadache?by Michelle Freed

22 StateFairTrainisAllAbouttheJourneyby Jennifer Alderman

28 AmericanPrideSparklesatCarmelFestParadeby Stephanie Carlson Curtis

30 CarmelAssemblyofGodChurchDisplaysaTruePassiontoMinisterby Jonathan Haag

32 ABig-HairBlastattheTarkingtonby Marcia Ellett

34 BackHomeattheCarmelFarmersMarketby Patricia Pickett

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Contributing Writers:Jennifer Alderman, Stephanie Carlson Curtis, Marcia Ellett, Michelle Freed, Jonathan Haag, Patricia Pickett

The Carmel Community Newsletter is published by Britt Interactive, LLC and written for and by local Carmel area residents. Newsletters are distributed via direct mail to nearly 15,000 Carmel area homeowners and businesses each month. For more information, visit www.atCarmel.com.

Publisher & Sales: Tom Britt [email protected] (317) 496-3599

Accounting: Jeanne Britt [email protected] (317) 823-5060

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carmelmom yearof the

Winner!

Flip MOM upside down and you get WOW! According to Derek Stephenson, his wife, Heather, has major WOW factor!

“Heather works hard with our kids, spends hours teaching disabled children in her classroom and might get 30 seconds to herself during the day,” said Derek Stephenson, a self-employed exercise therapist. “She does so much, asks for nothing in return and gets no recognition. I knew I had to nominate my wife when I saw the contest in the magazine.”

“I was pretty blown away that he would even consider nominating me,” said Heather. “He’s not the kind of guy that usually does that sort of thing or likes to be in the spotlight. However, I guess if anyone truly knows what kind of mom I am, it is Derek.”

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Heather StephensonPhotos and Story by Stephanie Carlson Curtis

“HeatHer works Hard witH our

kids, spends Hours teacHing

disabled cHildren in Her

classroom and migHt get 30

seconds to Herself during tHe

day... i knew i Had to nominate my

wife wHen i saw tHe contest in

tHe magazine.”

– Derek StephensonThe Stephenson Family: Turner, Derek, Quincy, Heather, Stone. Bunnies: Princess and Lucky.

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Photos and Story by Stephanie Carlson Curtis Above top: Kathleen O’Neil Stevens, owner of the Renaissance Gallery in the Carmel Arts & Design District, gives Heather a small painting of a nest with four blue jay eggs.

Above: Heather was treated to a haircut and style by 28 Star Studio’s Loni Wilson (shown here) and Stephanie Lambert.

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seven miscarriages, the Stephensons decided to adopt a baby. “I went to all the doctors’ appointments with the birth mother and was in the delivery room when my first child, Turner, was born. It was one of the happiest days of my life,” said Heather. “When Turner was born, I was three months pregnant.” Six months later, Quincy Ryan entered the world in March of 2004. Little brother Stone followed, joining his sisters in March 2007.

When asked why their mother deserved to be recognized with this prestigious “Mom of

the Year” award presented by At Carmel magazine, the Stephenson children sited kisses, hugs and bunnies.

“She plays with me and cuddles me,” said Stone.

“She’s very nice, holds my hand and kisses me at night,” said Quincy.

“My mom takes care of us, teaches us math and buys us bunnies,” said Turner. Princess and Lucky joined the family on Quincy’s birthday this past spring.

“Quincy loves bunnies so we gave her a baby bunny for her birthday,” said Heather. “Unfortunately, the next morning the little bunny had died. It was terrible.” The Stephensons visited the pet store that day to pick out a new bunny for Quincy. “Turner thought Princess needed a friend, so she used her own money and bought Lucky on St. Patrick’s Day.”

Heather has worked with Carmel Clay students with disabilities at Woodbrook Elementary for the last 13 years.

“She playS with me and cuddleS me.” – Stone Stephenson

“She’S very nice, holdS my hand and kiSSeS me at night.” – Quincy Stephenson

“my mom takeS care of uS, teacheS uS math and buyS uS bunnieS.– Turner Stephenson

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Not only does Heather have three children of her own, she is a WOW MOM to many children with very special needs. For the past 13 years, she has taught Carmel Clay students with severe disabilities and currently works with disabled children in first through fifth grades at Woodbrook Elementary. In addition, she volunteers as county coordinator for the Special Olympics of Hamilton County, a role she pursued to help her brother.

“In 1993, my little brother, Sam, who has Downs Syndrome, turned eight years old,” said Heather. “There was not a Special Olympics program in our county, so I started one. We grew quickly from one athlete, Sam, to nearly 1,000 registered athletes and multiple partners today.”

The year round volunteer organization now offers 19 sports. Since athletes do not pay a fee to participate in the Special Olympics, Heather spends most of her time raising money to keep the organization running and admits it’s a challenge. “I love volunteering for the Special Olympics but it does take a lot of time and energy,” said Heather. “Those kids and their dedicated moms and families are amazing. It feels good to inspire and be inspired.”

She credits many who have inspired her, for teaching her compassion, patience and concern for others, molding her into the woman she is today. A very unique and special relationship she had as a teenager in Cicero had a tremendous impact on her.

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“I never believed he would lose his battle with AIDS. He had me convinced that he wouldn’t. He lived life to the fullest and never complained. I want to be that person too, and am reminded of his strength often.”

Heather’s friendship with Ryan is featured in a skit as part of “The Power of Children” exhibit at The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. “When I can, I try to go to the museum and speak at the exhibit about how Ryan changed my life and what he taught me. Having Ryan for a friend, Sam McNew for a brother, and knowing the amazing students and athletes I serve in my life daily make me a better person,” said Heather. As one of eight children, Heather credits her

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This positive perspective helps her cope with her own painful disease, dermatomyositis, a rare condition causing muscle weakness, inflammation and skin rashes. Diagnosed six years ago, medication controls the disorder but the winter chill can cause extreme pain in her joints. “It makes simple activities very difficult and weakens my immune system so I tend to get everything my children and students get.”

Her experiences have definitely helped her become a patient person who takes one day at a time. She hopes to teach her children to always be the best they can be, to live life to the fullest, to not take life for granted, to believe they can do anything they want, and to always want to help others.

“I am super honored to receive this award, but I do know many moms out there that deserve it much more than I do,” said Heather. “They have taught me the true meaning of a smile and taught me compassion, which I think I have always had – they just remind me to have it! They have also taught me that a hug may not fix everything, but it sure makes things feel better.”

“We’ve known each other since high school,” said Derek. “Heather has always been a unique, giving person.”

“I am lucky to be doing what I do. Teaching kids with disabilities is my passion,” said Heather. “Over the years, I have become close to many of my students, some who live in

children’s homes and don’t have a ‘family’. I’m a lucky lady to have had the chance to be a ‘mom’ to many children over the years.”

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“I am super honored to

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That six-page, black and white photocopied Geist Community Newsletter that started just over seven years ago is now expanding into the Indianapolis radio airwaves.

Recently rebranded TownePost.com (formerly known as atCarmel.net) billed as “Indy’s Networking Hub” is now the “Community Partner” for WZPL 99.5 FM radio. As a result of our partnership, TownePost.com will become the online community for WZPL.com, provide localized stories to their online WZPL Parent Magazine, and give yours truly a regular segment on the popular Smiley Morning Show on Friday mornings.

“We want to get more local in our content, and no one is even close to providing localized stories, web content, and local video like Tom Britt and his TownePost.com portal,” said Denene Stewart, Director of Strategic Sales and Marketing for Entercom Indianapolis, parent company of WZPL 99.5 FM, my107.9 FM, and Newstalk 1430 WXNT AM.

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In early June, Pat Carlini, writer for the Geist and Carmel Community Newsletters and regular on the Smiley Morning Show, was in the WZPL studios when the conversation moved to their online WZPL Parent Magazine which was just launched in May. Looking to localize their family-friendly content, Pat suggested that they give me a call.

That’s when Denene Stewart burst out, “Well I know Tom Britt, we grew up together!”

Our preliminary conversations quickly blossomed as we both realized the synergies between our medias. WZPL listeners want to interact with them, and TownePost.com provides a platform for them to do that. TownePost.com was

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W hen you bring up the subject of back-to-school preparedness with most parents, you’ll likely get a response that involves an eye-roll, a few body twitches and deep,

soulful moaning. Because as much as they might be thrilled with the idea of their kids getting back in the classroom, the thought of purchasing school supplies and adjusting to new sleep schedules is a different matter altogether.

Personally, I’m a little torn. It seems that my family just got into the groove of summer, what with the lazy mornings, nonexistent agenda and inattention to daily showers. I’ve just now adjusted to the constant odor of chlorine that permeates the laundry room, and the inevitable daily searches for swimming goggles. Now we’re supposed to shift gears and actually think about calculators, clipboards and permanent markers? It’s a challenge, no matter how you look at it.

But for some parents, particularly energetic and creative ones, this dreaded back-to-school paradigm shift serves as an opportunity to actually motivate their children, to turn the annual rite into something fun and, dare I say, enjoyable.

So in the spirit of back-to-school, I contacted some of these optimistic residents who have turned school prep into a fine art. Not surprisingly, there are good things

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A LittLe One-On-One. During the weeks leading up to the first day of school, Carmel resident Heidi Becker sets in motion a series of orchestrated events for her family of five that would impress most party planners.

“Our tradition has developed into more than just one day … it’s sort of like a multi-level celebration that helps get everybody psychologically ready,” Heidi says. And it’s never a dull moment.

Step one includes hitting the mall. Heidi makes it a point to take each of her three children (second-grader Chase, fourth-grader Sydney, and high school sophomore Nate) out for special, one-on-one shopping

Carmel family Sydney, Ken, Nate, Heidi and Chase Becker look forward to a multi-phase family tradition to help them get ready for the new school year.

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excursions. “There’s no way I could get everybody’s needs taken care of with all three kids at once, so by splitting them up, we get more accomplished,” Heidi explains. “And it’s always interesting, to say the least. You just never know what’s going to happen.”

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“He likes to go commando, what can I say?” says Heidi. “Last year as he jumped into the car to go shopping, I luckily remembered to ask if he had on his skivvies.”

The answer? Her son simply looked at her from the back seat and calmly replied, “Mom, underwear is so last year!” Needless to say, after a quick jaunt back into the house to solve the problem, they were on their way.

Step two for the Becker clan is a group excursion in search of school supplies, although now that her oldest is in high school, he chooses to sit this one out. And finally, on the night before school, the entire family goes out to dinner (step three) to commemorate the end of summer.

“My husband and I take the kids out to a nice meal, and

we just take a moment to talk about the summer and the school year to come,” Heidi says. “Altogether, it’s a lot of time to devote to back-to-school, but my kids look forward to it, and it really helps us make the transition. But above all, I think it also makes them feel special.”

Grin and Tie-dye iT. For the fourth consecutive year, Fishers residents Jennifer and Chad Gabbard, along with their sixth-grader Emma, fourth-grader Kyle, and kindergartener Luke, will host their annual back-to-school tie-dye party, where friends and neighbors are welcomed with large buckets of dye and plenty of rubber bands.

Fishers residents Luke, Emma and Kyle Gabbard enjoy one of their annual back-to-school tie-dye parties to reconnect with friends and neighbors.

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“We started this tradition because I wanted my kids to have something to look forward to before they went back to school every fall,” Jennifer says. “Now … well, it’s a given. It provides the kids a chance to reconnect with classmates and neighbors, and it goes hand-in-hand with the supply lists and shopping trips.”

Guests, which some years have totaled over 50, bring their own items to tie-dye, and have ranged from soccer socks and pillow cases to t-shirts and napkins. Attendees create their own masterpieces, and the yard transforms into a patchwork of dripping wet, brightly colored fabric. While the drying process takes place, popsicles are the dessert of choice, and no one goes away empty-handed … or clean.

“We typically have some kiddos leave with discolored clothes and skin,” Jennifer says. “In fact, last year we had a father come alone with his three kids, and his little girl just couldn’t resist the tubs full of dye. Needless to say, she went home with a solid purple body. I’m sure his wife didn’t appreciate the whole tie-dye theme when they got home.”

But the few mishaps and stain hazards haven’t stopped the custom. “We usually have a few spills here and there, but we keep it outside and have the hoses ready for clean up,” she says.

“Like it or not, I think it’s safe to say my kids have one of the most extensive collections of tie-dyed garments in the neighborhood,” Jennifer adds. “I suppose one day they’ll get tired of it, but for now, it’s a tradition that lives on year

after year.”

May I Help you? In the Wardell family of Fishers, there’s nothing like the first day of school to warrant a little TLC that only a mom can give. In fact, as Wendy Wardell will tell you, it’s the only day of the year she serves up a special made-to-order breakfast, and her kids have learned to enjoy it when they can. “I’m just not a sit-home-and-make-cookies sort of mom,” she says. “But on that first day back to school, I pull out all the stops.”

Wendy begins the day with a breakfast menu, and her kids Jacob, now a

college freshman, sixth-grader Matt, and fifth-grader Abbey, get to choose between biscuits and gravy, bacon and eggs, or waffles.

Once the kids are fed and dressed, they all go outside

The Wardell family of Carmel is now sending their oldest son, Jacob (second from right) off to college this fall. It will be his first time to miss their annual back-to-school breakfast.

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I went to three different stores (Staples, Target and Walmart) with one basic sixth-

grade school-supply list. I thought, “Gee, this will be easy. Just write down the prices

and you’re done.” What I found to be true was this: If you need two of something,

you will most likely have to buy three or more; no store carries the exact same

quantities or brands; and if you try to make a list of costs for three stores on the

same item, you will lose your mind.

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or for those who need larger quantities. perfect for

teachers and large families.

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important, Target is a perfect option.

WalMarT: Overall, the lowest prices were here.

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and take turns standing in front of a special tree in their yard and pose for pictures. “They always complain and whine about it,” Wendy says, “but deep down I know they love it. It’s fun to go back and see how they’ve grown, and how it compares to how the tree has grown too!”

After the kids are off to the classroom, Wendy heads in to make warm batches of homemade cookies. “Believe me when I tell you that this is the only day of the year that I do this,” she says. “So it’s a very big deal for them … not only do they get a special breakfast, but then they know the cookies will be waiting for them too.”

And why, exactly, does Wendy go to all the trouble? “Well, to be honest, I think it puts the emphasis on the tradition itself and takes away from the anxiety of the first day,” she says. “It helps them focus on other things. And we all have fun looking back to see how they’ve grown and changed. We’ll have those pictures forever.”

Back to the Drawing BoarD. For Carmel mom Kate Lustig, this upcoming school year will mark the beginning of traditions for her and her daughter Kaiya, who will be entering kindergarten.

“I’m so excited for her,” Kate says. “After being in daycare for so many years, she’s a bit of an old pro at starting school, so I won’t have to deal with as much of the anxiety about leaving her in a new place. But I definitely feel some butterflies about moving from a small school

Shopping for school supplies and creating lasting memories are an important part of a new school year. But, as Lynne McCauley, Owner and Director of LearningRx Indianapolis Cognitive Training Center, would add, don’t forget about the academics.

“As you make plans and prepare for a new school year, start a new tradition with these simple tips that help make it easier for your kids to develop study habits and time management skills that will last a lifetime.”

Mccauley’s tips for a successful school year incluDe:1. create a Dedicated study place. Designate a defined place

for homework to happen each day. The area should have a desk or table large enough to accommodate books and papers, a comfortable chair and adequate lighting.

2. supply the right tools. Stock the study area with the tools and supplies that kids need most often, like pens, pencils, erasers, markers and other resources. This will help avoid any procrastination tactics that might unnecessarily prolong homework time.

3. Develop good study habits. Plan specific times for studying each day, set goals for the study time, prioritize work, break up large tasks over several days when possible, and take a “technology break” (no calls or texting while studying).

4. learn time Management. Kids need to be taught how to manage and organize time, and be given ample practice and guidance before they are held responsible for managing their own schedules. Work with your child to create semester, weekly and daily calendars that help your child begin to “see” what needs to be done when, and learn to prioritize and manage their time. Each evening, take a few minutes to help your child prepare and track a daily plan-a checklist for assignments due, planned homework, test prep, permission slips that need to be returned, outside activities, etc.

5. get organized. Now that you have a dedicated place to study, necessary supplies, a schedule, and a strategy for getting the work done, staying organized will be much easier. Colored folders for different subjects, or one for “to-do” and one for “turn-in” items, or an accordion folder can help keep papers organized. Their daily calendar checklist also serves as a reminder of the important things that need to be done each day.

Consistent practice and application of these simple steps over time help “de-stress” homework time and create a solid foundation for successful, independent learning. For more detailed information on each of these steps, or to find out more about school preparedness, visit www.trainingbetterbrains.com.

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environment to such a large one. It’s big stuff!”

Because Kaiya is an avid artist and loves documenting her activities and interests through drawing and painting, it’s fitting that Kate wants to incorporate creative expression as part of a new school-related tradition. It’s the perfect plan to commemorate the beginning of a thirteen-year journey.

“Kaiya has always loved to express herself through her pictures, so I’m going to have her draw how she sees

herself on the first day of school, and then write down three goals for the year.” Kate then plans to laminate the picture and make it into a placemat before serving her first-day-of-school breakfast on top of it as a surprise.

“I think Kaiya will love the tradition because she doesn’t forget anything,” Kate says. “She’ll look forward to it each year, and as she gets older, we’ll enjoy looking back at the placemats and seeing how she’s changed. Plus, any excuse to draw and she takes it.”

Back-to-school traditions are like any other … they serve to honor and commemorate an important event or social custom. Up to now, I have felt proud to actually have my children clothed, fed and at the bus stop on time for that special first day. Perhaps now is the time to start some new traditions in my house. Or not.

Michelle Freed is a humor writer, a life stumbler, and has a husband and two children who can prove it. Follow Michelle on Twitter @MichelleFreed, on Facebook, or www.MichelleFreed.com. Just don’t follow her in public.

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Carmel resident Kate Lustig is starting a new back-to-school tradition with her daughter, Kaiya, as she heads off to kindergarten this fall.

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There are a few experiences that almost without fail can transport an adult back to their childhood. A fireworks display or the first snowfall of winter are a few such experiences, but perhaps nothing quite else quite captures the excitement and mystery of

youth like a ride on a real train. There is something innately fascinating about working locomotives, but for the people involved in staging the Indiana State Fair train every year, the real satisfaction comes not just from working with real locomotives, but in working with each other.

For Craig Presler, Indiana Transportation Museum Secretary,

trains have been a passion since he was a child and used to visit the train station in Noblesville with his father. After graduating high school Mr. Presler visited the Indiana Transportation Museum and was interested to find that the museum possessed a unique opportunity for locomotive enthusiasts. The trains from the ITM could deliver passengers to an actual destination, as opposed to similar museums in other parts of the country which simply traveled in a loop. “To be able to take the train to an actual place instead of just riding out to nowhere then back, I thought that was really exciting,” says Presler. Presler’s involvement in the ITM began in 1973, and in 1978 the idea to create a

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train route from the train station in Fishers to the state fair developed. With the support of the state fair board and then Governor Orr, the state fair train began in 1983. The first train was a huge success, and so the tradition has continued every year since.

The Indiana Transportation Museum is a volunteer, non-profit organization whose mission is to preserve Indiana’s railroad history. The fair train accounts for roughly half of the museum’s income for the year, and so the fair train is a very intense and organized event for the Indiana Transportation Museum. “We take as many people to and from the fair as Amtrak does over the course of a year from Indianapolis to Chicago,” states Presler. That means the fair trains log close to 4000 miles over just 17 days, and carry anywhere from fifteen to thirty thousand people during that time. “Even though we are largely run by volunteers, we are under the regulation of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). All of our training, signal inspections, equipment inspections, everything is regulated by the FRA to ensure that we are meeting all safety standards. This operation couldn’t be more serious,” comments Presler. Many people who ride the train are surprised to find how smoothly the operation runs, and Presler has many anecdotes on passengers who underestimated the efficiency of the train’s schedules and wound up standing on the platform without a ride. Presler says, “The trains run a 30 minute trip, sit for 15 (minutes), and then start the next run. We aim to be within a minute of on time, and we have to keep that schedule tight because you can get backed up pretty quick if you don’t.”

For Lara Blastick and her children, the fair train represents a new family tradition. “We started taking our two boys down to the fair on the train a few years ago, and it has become one of our favorite outings. The boys look forward to the ride every summer!” says Blastick, “We took the fair train

The indiana State Fair train will run everyday of the Fair, August 5-17, departing

from Fishers Station and arriving at the fairgrounds at 39th Street and Fall Creek.

Volunteers are still needed for the Fair Train and other ITM events. Please visit www.itm.org for more information on

volunteering or about additional train events happening throughout the year.

“We take as many people to and from the fair as Amtrak does over the course of a year from Indianapolis to Chicago.” – Craig Presler, Indiana Transportation Museum Secretary

Casey Alderman enjoys the view while riding the

fair train in 2010.



that first year because our oldest son, Ethan, was really into Thomas the Train at the time. He’s outgrown that phase, but there is something about riding on a real train that is still fascinating to all of us. Plus, quite honestly, I love that we don’t have to mess with parking when we get down to the fairgrounds.”

Fascination with the equipment utilized by the ITM is a huge draw for many fair train passengers, and the equipment has no shortage of interesting history. The stainless steel coaches were some of the very first Budd cars off the assembly line in Michigan. The coaches will be 75 years old next year, but still appear modern in design. Presler refers to these cars as the “great-grandfather of all modern cars.” The museum’s train even employs a rare Mars light, which oscillates vertically and was developed by a Chicago firefighter in the 1930s and who’s development the Mars Candy Company funded, thus giving the light its name. As Presler puts it, “There really are stories at every turn here.”

For the ITM, the fair train is only a small part of the story. The ITM operates 39 miles of railroad line once known as the Indianapolis & Peru, and eventually the Nickel

Craig Presler, Secretary of the Indiana Transportation Museum and a driving force behind the state fair train stands aboard a historic train at the Indiana Transportation Museum.

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Plate Road. The ITM has 24 scheduled named trains operating over a period of 80 days throughout the year. These trains include “dinner or a movie train” rides that carry passengers from the museum in Forest Park in Noblesville to Tipton where they can enjoy dinner at either the Pizza King or Jim Dandy, and then make the short walk to the Diana Theater to watch a first run movie. Another popular train is the Polar Bear Express train, which leaves out of Fishers Station and travels through Noblesville’s square on to Forest Park, where passengers are joined by Santa, Mrs. Claus, and a Polar Bear for the return trip. In addition to the named trains, the ITM also offers school field trips and charter trips. “We’ve done trips as small as 2 passengers for a gentleman who wanted to propose to his girlfriend to as large as 1700 people for a company picnic. We do rehearsal dinner, wedding receptions, and family reunions. We can vary the equipment, for example adding a dining car, to accommodate just about any group.” says Presler.

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The 2011 fair train will be adding a stop at 71st Street for the first time since 1983. There are also many plans in development for ITM, including train routes into Union

Station in downtown Indianapolis. “What we do with the fair train is unmatched anywhere in the country,” states Presler. For nearly thirty years the Indianapolis Transportation Museum has been taking excited passengers to the Indiana State Fair, and for many, transporting them back to their youth. For those volunteers who dedicate much of their free time to organizing and running the fair train, the old cliché, “It’s not about the destination, its about the journey” is as reliable as the schedule they keep.

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True to the theme “Proud to be American,” flag waving spectators bedazzled in red, white and blue, bordering the 2-mile St.Vincent Health Center July 4th Parade route, saluting military floats and veterans, flashing pride for our nation’s heritage and honoring our armed forces.

“The parade went very smoothly and we received lots of positive comments,” said Peggy Powell, parade director. “Everyone especially enjoyed the flyover and military tribute.”

In addition to applauding America’s soldiers, 116 units participated in the parade, including The Wright Brothers as Grand Marshals, numerous local celebrities, mascots, cheerleaders, marching bands, drill teams, clowns, corporations and community organizations, decorated convertibles, old-fashioned fire trucks and creative mobile displays, entertaining an enthusiastic crowd of over 20,000 fans.

Days before the parade begins its march, attendees stake claim to viewing locations, placing chairs, installing tents and laying blankets at the curb along the parade route. “In some areas the crowd is four rows deep,” said Powell. “The kids like to be close to the action and bring large bags. You’d think it

was Halloween.” The young spectators not only come to watch; they collect candy and goodies handed out by parade participants.

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According to Powell, who is chairing the CarmelFest parade for a fourth year in 2012, multiple generous sponsors provide the vital support needed to execute this annual procession. “It takes more than 125 volunteers to pull off this parade. Firestone Building Products sent 20 people wearing their own T-shirts and there’s no way we could put on this event without the help of the Carmel Police and St.Vincent Health.”

“We have great community partners,” Carmel Mayor Brainard said about St.Vincent Health. “They have stepped up to help us in so many ways. Just yesterday we dedicated a new public safety fire house that St.Vincent donated $50,000 towards that we’ll use to take to schools and educate kids on what to do in the event of a fire.”

Perhaps the most famous celebrity riding in the parade was former Butler Basketball star Matt Howard. Several Butler fans along the route were cheering for the “Pride of Connersville, Indiana” and congratulating him on his back-to-back NCAA final game appearances.

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Carmel Assembly of God Church Displays a True Passion to MinisterStory and photos by Jonathan Haag

Originally founded in 2003, Carmel Assembly of God relocated to its current space at West Main Street and Old Meridian three years ago with a new mission and heartbeat, which was to display a true passion to minister to the residents of Carmel. Keith Trump, pastor of Carmel Assembly of God and lifelong resident of Carmel, sat down and shared his heart and his congregation’s mission in relation to the community of Carmel.

Pastor Trump shares that, “Our mission is summed up in receive, reflect, and redeem.” He explains further, “Receive everything scripture tells us, what we see in God’s Word, and reflect it in our lives; and if we do these things then He will accomplish His ultimate purpose of redeeming people.”

This mission is practically being lived out daily in the lives of those who attend Carmel Assembly of God. Each year the congregation hosts a back-to-school outreach for a local apartment complex. This outreach, Pastor Trump explains, is about meeting a very apparent need of a group of people while at the same time sharing the love of Jesus to the

community. Carmel Assembly of God also hosts Easter and Halloween outreaches with the same mission.

Carmel Assembly of God gathers as a community every Sunday. At 9:30 a.m. there is a pre-service prayer and then at 10:30 a.m. their worship service begins. The children’s ministry meets during the worship service hour.

Beyond Sunday morning gatherings, members of Carmel Assembly of God gather together with other members that have similar interests and passions. Some of these groups study a book of the Bible or a specific topic while others choose a more laid back approach like organizing a men’s poker night or a women’s fitness class. The church also hosts a plethora of Wednesday night activities and classes that begin at 7:00 p.m. Call the church office for a complete schedule.

In all things that Carmel Assembly of God puts together they ultimately want to share the message of the hope they have. Pastor Trump sums up his heart by saying, “‘Churchianity’ is

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The Carmel Repertory Theatre is having a big summer. They’re getting into a big-hair state of mind and celebrating their new home at the Carmel Performing Arts Center with their August 11 opening of Hairspray – the first musical to run in the Tarkington Theater, and the first community theater in the state of Indiana to tackle the high-energy, high-camp show.

“This has been a very exciting journey for this group,” said Carlo Nepomuceno, vice chairman of the Carmel Repertory Theatre and stage manager for the Hairspray production. The group used to perform in available school auditoriums and wherever they could find space.

Echoing that sentiment, Jonathan Horton, who plays Edna Turnblad in the show and is a self-professed “Hairspray-head,” said, “We’re thrilled about having a home at the Performing Arts Center and really happy to be able to perform on that stage.” Horton is also happy to see so many kids in the show. “It’s good to see such a diverse cast up here in Carmel,” he said.

About 170 people auditioned for the musical set in Baltimore, Maryland, circa 1962, about Tracy Turnblad, a heavyset, big-haired, big-hearted teenager who wins a spot on TV as a dancer on The Corny Collins Show and sets out to racially integrate the show and nab the heart of dancing stud Link Larkin. The final cast is 70 community actors strong.

“We really, truly are a community theater, too,” said Nepomuceno. “Because we tap into everyone, and everyone here – we’re all volunteers.”

Seventeen-year-old Hannah Boswell, who landed the lead role of Tracy Turnblad in the show and watched the second

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movie version of Hairspray a dozen times, said, “This has always been my dream role. It’s my first lead in a play.”

Jill O’Malia, who plays Velma Von Tussle, stuck-up stage mother to Corny Collins Show princess, Amber Von Tussle, is also relishing her character. “It’s always fun to play those snooty roles,” she said. “It’s really over the top.”

As much fun as the cast is having, preparation and rehearsal for a show of this magnitude also means a considerable amount of hard work. They won’t actually get into the Tarkington Theater until the Sunday before their Thursday night opening, which will be their normal modus operandi even after the theater officially opens, said Hairspray co-director Larry Creviston. “It’s the only way to ensure that the Tarkington gets full use. We just have to learn to do things a different way and to be a little more efficient,” he said.

Co-director and show choreographer Jeff Van Paris said, “They don’t tell you how hard this show is. It looks effortless, but to put it together is huge.”

Van Paris, who is also a fourth grade teacher and very particular, said, “My goal is to have this show so set when we get in there that it just flows. I want everyone to learn it just right.”

The cast’s boundless energy and sheer enthusiasm says those hips will be swinging in perfect harmony and that hair will be piled sky high come opening night!

Hairspray runs August 11-28 in the Tarkington Theater at the Carmel Performing Arts Center. Log on to www.thecenterfortheperformingarts.org or call the Box Office at (317) 843-3800 for tickets.

Marcia Ellett is a published author, freelance magazine article/book writer and editor and a regular speaker at WriteStuff Writer’s Conferences and Events.

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Back Home at the

Carmel Farmers MarketStory by Patricia Pickett

Market FactsWHAT: The Carmel Farmers Market (www.carmelfarmersmarket.com)

WHY: The mission of the Carmel Farmers Market is to provide a site for Carmel citizens and their neighbors to purchase locally grown and produced foods and to serve as a business incubator for small producers of agricultural products.

WHO: Committee officers include president and market master Ron Carter; vice president, Paul Clore; secretary, Deborah Schmitz; and treasurer, Jim Burrell.

WHERE: The Market is held on the Center Green, located at the intersection of SW 3rd Street and City Center Drive in the heart of Carmel.

WHEN: The Market is open every Saturday, from the third Saturday in May through the last Saturday in October. Hours are 8:00-11:30 a.m.



Bon Jovi may sing it, but I find myself thinking that phrase often these days. That’s because I’m back home in Carmel. With a newly opened office in the Carmel Arts District, I get to enjoy all that’s very new in an old, familiar place.

I moved to Carmel in 1968, and I got my first library card at what is now The Library restaurant. I used to sit on those steps and read until my mom would tool down Main Street in the Ford Galaxy to pick me up. The then-sleepy little town began a growth spurt in the early 1970s that begat the designation of “city,” an enviable record of winning athletic teams, majestic homes and most recently an emphasis on “new urbanism” that has resulted in a bustling downtown. Amidst it all, perhaps Carmel’s crown jewel is The Palladium.

It was in the shadow of this impressive structure that I found myself one recent Saturday to find out a little bit more about the Carmel Farmers Market. Markets like this one and community events are to be my new “beat” for this column.

I saw lots of familiar faces, including that of Ron Carter. A long-time Carmel City councilman and the official “market master,” Ron could provide substantial background on the Carmel Farmers Market.

According to Ron, it all started with his campaign platform that emphasized parks and recreation. As difficult as it is to imagine, Carmel did not even have a park until the early 1990s, and it wasn’t a particularly easy sell. Perhaps even more controversial was the concept of “The Monon.” Nonetheless, during a

Carmel City Council meeting, Ron elaborated on his vision for this proposed “linear park” and the viability of an outdoor market venue that would create a real sense of community.

A few months later, a reporter for the Indianapolis Star approached him and queried his vision of a farmers market. While a farmers market per se wasn’t the original intent, it sounded like a stellar idea; she wrote a story about it that resulted in a small group of six volunteers gathering with the enthusiasm of a youthful Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney

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movie cast (not familiar? Google it.). Their enthusiasm was bolstered and guided by a book they located through Purdue written by a professor at Michigan State, and by Jim Keckly, the first chairman of the Carmel Farmers Market. Keckly

was an experienced local businessman and member of numerous boards who helped set the tone for the policies and procedures that have made this event one of the pre-eminent markets in the Midwest.

The first year, 1999, had eight vendors; this year, there are 60 booths offering a wide array of delectable fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, baked goods and eggs as well as plants. The newly dedicated outdoor amphitheatre provides a picturesque backdrop for families to enjoy some of the market’s bounty, a little live music and some neighborly chit-chat; cooking demonstrations and children’s activities provide something for everyone. Meanwhile, 30 volunteers man the weekly event, from greeting guests to using “click counters” to track attendance (last year more than 50,000 folks attended the market) to directing traffic.

Certainly, the Carmel Farmers Market is fulfilling Carter’s vision for creating a vibrant gathering place for the community. And, in light of the evolution during the last dozen years, I can’t wait to see what’s on tap for the Carmel Farmers Market in 2023!

Patricia Pickett, APR is the president of Pickett & Associates, providing strategic public relations, social media management

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