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Hendricks County Illini New Winchester’s Barbara Steele, mother of University of Illinois basketball coach John Groce, and the team’s biggest Hendricks County

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Expertise that is as exceptional as it is easy to find. iuhealth.org/west Community Cover Story New Winchester’s Barbara Steele, mother of University of Hendricks Illinois basketball coach John Groce, and the team’s biggest Hendricks County fan, talks about her son’s success County Illini as a rising Division 1 college basketball coach. By Gus Pearcy attached to it as much as possible,” Groce said “We had five of us in that house and she was the Big 10, you better have both.” No one in Hendricks County wears Universi- recently by phone. “Fortunately or unfortunate- the one that would get up at 6 o’clock in the Groce made great contacts throughout his ty of Illinois blue and orange with as much pride ly, I wasn’t a good enough player to keep play- morning and take me to the gym, or rebound for career. He played for former Butler University as Barbara Steele. ing after college, but found a niche in coach- me,” Groce said of his mother. “She also taught basketball coach Todd Lickliter at Danville High She and her husband, Jerry Steele, of New ing, enjoyed it, had some great experiences; us, at a very early age, the importance of, if you School, then was accepted to Taylor Universi- Winchester, attend every (I) met a lot of great want to go for something; you have to work for ty to play under Coach Paul Patterson, all-time home game and as many people, worked for i t .” most winning Indiana college basketball coach. away games that are close a lot of great people, Barbara said John’s decision for college was As a senior, Groce became a student assistant to to home as they can. Many worked with a lot of between West Point Military Academy and Tay- Patterson. Then, he signed up for another three other Hendricks County res- great people who have lor College which might explain some of his years as an assistant. From there he traveled to idents are University of Illi- coached a lot of really coaching style. North Carolina State University to work under nois fans, too, this year, be- great players. I’ve been Don’t suggest that Steele is a basketball fan Herb Sendek. cause John Groce honed his blessed with the op- because of her son’s success. She claims that she Through basketball clinics, Groce met Thad love for the game west of portunity here at Illi- is responsible for Groce’s passion for the sport Matta, who became Butler University’s head Danville in New Winchester. nois.” of hoops. basketball coach. Matta hired Groce as an as- But, by far, Barbara Steele Once, when Groce “I’m from New Castle, Indiana, home of the sistant and then accepted a job as head coach has a very close connection. was a student at Dan- largest high school field house in the world,” she at Xavier, then Ohio State. Groce followed as You see, she’s Groce’s moth- HCICON Photo by Gus Pearcy ville Junior High said. “Basketball was just a way of life in New an assistant for eight years. Then Groce got his er. Jerry and Barbara Steele School, he watched Castle, Indiana. You’ve got the (Indiana High chance to become head coach of Ohio Univer- Making his debut as the Il- the varsity work out in School Basketball) Hall of Fame. It’s where Steve sity where he spent the previous four seasons. lini’s head coach this season, the gym, Barbara said. Alford came from, Kent Benson … I mean we After last year’s NCAA Tournament, Groce ac- Groce’s team is a sure bet to make the NCAA She was waiting in the parking lot to take her had Indiana All-Stars coming from our high cepted the position at Illinois university. basketball tournament this month – and he also son home. It was a life changing moment be- school. In Indiana, sports was just a way of our Groce is married to Allison and has two boys, has a signature win, defeating his home state cause, after a while, Groce comes bouncing out everyday life and basketball was a big part of Camden, 7, and Conner, 3. and then No. 1 Indiana Hoosiers, 74-72, in a to the car announcing he had outshot the entire t h a t .” All five children Barbara reared graduated thrilling game on Feb. 7. varsity team in free throws. It caught the atten- Groce’s grandparents were huge sports fans, from college, something she is proud of. John Steele describes Groce as a “Type A” person- tion of varsity coach Denny Leathers, who made basketball especially. Barbara and Jerry are is her oldest and lead the way. Her youngest, ality that would be the last one out of the gym Groce a team statistician. quite knowledgeable about the sport and Barba- Travis Steele, is an assistant at Xavier. A path he after basketball practice. His intensity and pas- Jerry Steele is cousins with former NBA star ra said she is happy to see the Big 10 conference started on because of brother, John. sion worked in basketball and his schoolwork. Larry Steele of the Portland Trailblazers, win- back on top as a basketball conference. She fully “John used to take him and Brandon and they “He knows what it takes to get the job done,” ners of the 1977 NBA Finals. Marion Crawley, expects her son to get into the NCAA Tourney would scout games,” Barbara said. “He would Steele said. “He is very focused.” another Hoosier Basketball Hall of Fame in- this month. put Travis on one side and Brandon on the oth- Coach Groce maintains that intensity in his ductee coach, is related to Jerry as well. Groce “The boys are believing in him now and be- er and give them a clipboard. One would do inaugural season leading the Illini. His speech was able to meet these successful basketball lieving in his program and I just knew it would blocked shots and the other would do steals.” to his players is filled with phrases like work stars, while his stepfather, Jerry Steele, always happen,” Steele said. “I know we had a little bit As of the date of this article, NCAA brackets ethic, extraordinary commitment, and team- told him and his siblings that they could achieve of a rough go there in January, but I think he’s have not been announced, but Steele plans to work. He shuns the run-and-gun style of play anything they wanted. got them believing again. There’s two ends to follow her son wherever the madness of March in favor of the Illinois team’s new motto TNT: Coach Groce credits his father, Larry Groce, the court, offense and defense, and I think the takes the Illini. As a young girl, she said she Togetherness and Toughness. and his stepfather, Jerry Steele for his work eth- boys have really bought into this defense part. loved the idea of traveling around the U.S. Now, “I always loved the game and wanted to stay ic. His mom, he says, also sacrificed a lot. They’re getting that now and when you are in through her son, she’s realizing her dreams.

Photo Courtesy John Groce’s home court. Runner up in the nation for the Elks Danville Warriors 1989 Senior Year. John was at Taylor from 1990-1994. of University of HCICON Photo by Gus Pearcy Hoop Shoot 1984-85. Submitted Photo Submitted Photo Submitted Photo Illinois Athletics

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d. watch dog Attend remaining legislative breakfasts The Indiana General Assembly Legislative 2013 “long” Session convened Jan. 7 and has a target date for adjournment of April 29. Odd numbered years bring a “long” session to the In- diana General Assembly with a “short” session in even numbered years. The last “long” session in 2011 was long indeed filled with acrimony and bitterness and much impotence displayed. On Feb. 22, 2011 the majority of Democrats walked out, left the state and stalled the Indiana House for over a month. Our hope is that this session brings a new sense of responsibility and effective, respectful debate in committee rooms and across the aisles of the Indiana Statehouse. Our view is that a responsible, effective gov- ernment requires a responsible, attentive elec- torate. Hendricks County residents have the op- portunity to meet and interact with their state Opinion government representatives at the monthly leg- Readers’ Writes islative breakfasts that take place during the pe- riods our state legislators are in session. These breakfasts are held at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds and sponsored by Hendricks Pow- er Cooperative, Hendricks County Farm Bu- Stance on gun control reau and North Salem State Bank. Two break- I have received numerous inquiries from con- lent crime. For whatever reason, there are poli- tions. I do not want to sound overly critical of fasts remain for this legislative session. The next cerned citizens regarding my stance on the gun ticians who want to demonize guns and ignore the criminal justice system. I truly believe it is is Monday, March 25 at 7 a.m. with the last for control measures being proposed by Congress the fact that people commit crimes. Accepting the best in the world. However, I think it is the this session scheduled for Monday, April 22 at 7 and the measures President Obama wants in responsibility for criminal behavior is some- responsibility of government to protect our citi- a.m. The Hendricks County Fairgrounds is lo- place to slow violent crime involving firearms. thing that rarely occurs in today’s society. zens from criminals who prey on the innocent. cated at 1900 E Main St., Danville. A compli- The guns seem to be receiving the blame for During my lengthy career in law enforce- I also am a strong supporter of the Constitu- mentary breakfast is made available for attend- senseless violence throughout our great na- ment, blame for violent criminal acts has been tion of the United States. I believe in the 2nd ees. For reservations, contact the Hendricks tion. If we are to believe crime statistics that are put on alcohol and drug abuse, deprived child- Amendment and feel law abiding people have a County Farm Bureau office at (317) 273 - 0442 compiled yearly by the Federal Bureau of Inves- hood, abusive parents, poor socio-economic right to bear arms. They have a right to protect by Thursday prior to the event. tigation (FBI), Chicago and New York have the status and various other issues. The sad fact is themselves, their families and their property. I This publication has a duty to inform, en- most murders per capita over other major cities that there are bad people who do bad things. have taken an oath of office to support and de- lighten, educate and challenge its readers. We in the United States. They also have the most The instruments that are used in crimes – fend the Constitution of the United States and don’t take that duty lightly. For those of you who restrictive gun laws. whether guns, knives or baseball bats – are sim- the state of Indiana. I take that oath seriously would be responsible members of the elector- I think it is obvious that criminals and those ply tools used by an individual to commit the and will do my best to uphold it. ate, we encourage you to make your reserva- with mental/emotional problems do not obey criminal act. Dave Galloway tion today for one of these remaining legislative the law nor do they respect the law. The fact Our system of government is quite tolerant Hendricks County Sheriff breakfasts. We’ll see you there. is that criminal behavior is the cause of the vio- of the criminal element compared to other na- The Franciscan St. Francis Health Plainfi eld Health Center offers easy access to a wide range of medical Publisher Yes, we want your letters Rick Myers services for you and your family. You can take comfort knowing it’s all right here in your neighborhood. 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4 March 2013 • myICON.info HENDRICKS COUNTY ICON Health & Living Relationships Decor & Design Open Spaces Demolition recognition More Americans are happy, By Sherry Rediger Often someone who engages in stonewalling Remember the movie How to Lose a Guy in may think they are trying to manage the situa- yet unsatisfied 10 Days? It’s a funny, sappy look at bad dating tion without being destructive – but the result is Welcome Spring! By Lori D. Lowe behavior – often driving the partner crazy (and just as damaging to the relationship. rands. By Karen Robbins dens and sell is Appalachia Red, which has a According to recent Gallup polls, American The Jewish psychiatrist and neurologist Vik- finally, away). More seriously, researcher and Stonewalling: “Sure.” “Whatever.” “Just do fuchsia flower in spring and blooms a week levels of happiness are at a four-year high, with tor Frankl, who lived through the Holocaust, ith a cold winter the anticipation for marriage therapist, John Gottman, has identi- what you’re going to do anyway.” or so after our native variety. So now you can fied four specific behaviors that destroy rela- 60% of all Americans reporting they feel hap- wrote, “Being human always points, and is di- SPRING is building! Even Mother Contempt py without a lot of stress or worry. Books about rected, to something or someone, other than NatureW gets excited about spring time, colors extend the season of flowering trees by plant- tionships. Each time you engage in one of these ing a couple different varieties. Redbuds are behaviors you are doing active damage to your According to Gottman’s research, contempt happiness are selling in record numbers. So why oneself—be it a meaning to fulfill or another hu- will be bursting from the flowering trees and one of my favorite trees since they also have relationship. Parents, dating couples, married is the best predictor of divorce. Name calling, don’t Americans seem more satisfied? man being to encounter. The more one forgets shrubs in another four to six weeks. If you couples, friends, employees and bosses need degrading attacks, even eye rolling are all forms One reason is that 40% of Americans have himself—by giving himself to a cause to serve or have never visited the gardens, late March beautiful heart shaped foliage for you to en- to consider these behaviors carefully and stop of contempt. Sarcasm, even sarcastic humor, is not discovered a satisfying life purpose. Hav- another person to love—the more human he is.” and April is a beautiful time to see a great joy all year long. using them immediately. common in many relation- ing a clear purpose and meaning for your life This brings me to my point: To find meaning selection of flowering trees and shrubs. The My favorite and most fragrant flowering ships, but it is important has been shown in research to increase your life in life and certainly in our marriages, we need gardens were designed to inspire and educate shrub for springtime is the Viburnum – Car- Criticism satisfaction, improve your physical and mental to underscore that this is to direct our attention away from our desire for homeowners about the wonderful qualities lesii or Korean Spice. The shrub grows 5’ tall health, and decrease the chances of happiness of the moment and to- Critical comments in- contempt. And contempt is each plant has to offer and what they would and about the same width and covers itself flame any conflict or mis- depression. It is very possible to be ward others. By loving our spouse one of the greatest predic- look like planted in your outdoor living area. with clusters of flowers with pink buds that understanding. Criticism is both relatively happy and yet still and family more fully, we can find tors of relationship failure. open to white flowers. I can smell this shrub Avon Gardens used in order to feel “right” live an unsatisfied life. greater fulfillment and satisfaction. Flowering trees and shrubs are easy no- Contempt: “What’s in my garden 20’ away and the scent rivals and for the other to be wrong with you?” “You’re “It is the very pursuit of happi- Researchers say happy people maintenance plants. Select varieties with the the lilacs for sweetness. I planted it where “wrong.” Criticisms often such a loser.” “I can’t even ness that thwarts happiness,” con- derive joy from receiving benefits right height for your area and there shouldn’t is featured this come in a “you always” or look at you.” “Oh my gosh, clude researchers. Pursuing hap- from others, while people lead- be a need for pruning. Crabapple trees offer it can grow 5’ tall and therefore have never “you never” package. there he goes again.” piness and pleasure can actually ing more meaningful lives derive a great diversity in their fruits, flowers, foliage pruned it in the last 15 years, a great low month in Midwest Criticism: “You always hinder you from having a meaning- great deal of joy from giving to oth- and size of tree. Crabapple, Sargentina is a maintenance shrub. This Viburnum can also ful, satisfying life as an individual call your mother every time we have an argu- Destructive body language can be a part of ers. dwarf that only grows 8’ tall and has beauti- make a wonderful hedge because of its dense and as a married couple. Why is finding a deeper meaning Living magazine! ment.” “I don’t think you’re very good at being any of these relationship destroyers. These in- ful white flowers in spring, followed by small foliage that turns red in fall. So if you want A new study to be published in for your life and marriage more im- objective about this.” clude crossed arms, eye rolling, pointing a fin- red berries. Most homeowners assume these some privacy in your back yard, you will get ger, hands on hips, turning away, moving in too the Journal of Positive Psychol- portant than seeking happiness for three great qualities in this one plant. Defensiveness ogy examined the attitudes of 400 your family? Because it affects every trees are messy due to the crabapples but close or towering over someone. Tone of voice new varieties have small fruits and the birds, Plant a few spring flowering trees and Anytime there is an inability or unwillingness is also critical. Americans over a month and found that while a choice you will make. When one spouse reach- robins especially, usually eat the crabapples shrubs this spring that you can enjoy for to hear the other, there is defensiveness. This is It might be fairly easy to see what others do meaningful life and a happy life overlap in some es a turning point in their life, such as a mid-life years to come. If you need some inspiration, a way of not taking in or considering what the to you in a conflict. What is more difficult is to ways, they were very different. Researchers de- crisis, someone focused on personal happiness before they fall to the ground. If wildlife at- other is trying to share or communicate. It is a identify your own destructive behavior. Take termined that leading a “happy life” was associ- might assess what they are getting from oth- traction is one of the goals of your landscap- take a stroll through our gardens and re-con- refusal to accept any responsibility. “Yes, but” is time to consider the ways in which you are criti- ated with being a “taker,” who at times appeared ers and who is making them happy. They may ing plan be sure to add crabapple trees. nect with Mother Earth. There is great joy Spring Season a defense. Making excuses or diverting to “It’s cal, defensive, stonewalling, and contemptuous. shallow, selfish or self-absorbed, but with satis- say things like “life is short” and “you only live Redbud trees are another smaller flowering to be found by creating beauty in your own fied demands. These happy individuals might be not fair” is another defense. It is quite likely when you are hurt, angry, or once” to justify behavior focused on personal tree that can be added to your home land- back yard. Defensiveness: “I have just as many reasons healthy and have plenty of income for what they pleasure. On the contrary, someone focused on threatened, you use each of these behaviors in scaping. A new variety called Covey, has a Opening to be angry as you do.” “I hear what you’re say- needed or wanted, as well as few worries. meaning might assess what memories and val- Karen Robbins is the some way. beautiful graceful weeping form with laven- ing, but you never listen to me.” If you can become an expert on how you are A meaningful life, on the other hand, was as- ues they are giving to their loved ones and how owner of Avon Gardens sociated with being a “giver.” The participants in they have improved the lives of others. They will der flowers that works well in semi-shaded Contact Karen at: March 13th Stonewalling most likely to create destruction in the relation- locations, only about 8’ tall. Another even ships you value then you will greatly enhance this category derived meaning from sacrifices. wonder what legacy they are leaving and how [email protected] smaller weeping redbud, called Ruby Falls, Another way to damage a relationship is to and preserve the health of all your connections. They actively looked for meaning in their activi- they can strengthen that legacy. withdraw or stonewall. This behavior can be the ties, even when they knew the action might de- also boasts red purple foliage in spring and Dr. Rediger has been helping individuals, couples and families for Lori D. Lowe is a marriage blogger at MarriageGems.com. Her Hours: silent treatment, changing the subject, leaving over 25 years and is in private practice in Plainfield. She can be crease their happiness or require them to give book First Kiss to Lasting Bliss: Hope & Inspiration for Your Mar- summer and the lavender flowers in spring. the conversation, or agreeing upfront, but doing reached at (317) 839-1333, through her website SherryRediger. something up for themselves. Examples might riage is available on Amazon.com and in all e-book formats at Our native redbud has lavender flowers but Wed-Sat, what you want behind the other person’s back. com or by email at [email protected]. be a parent who takes time to care for their chil- www.LoriDLowe.com. Lori and her husband of 17 years live in another variety we have planted at the gar- dren or a spouse who offers to help with er- Indianapolis with their two children. 10am-5pm Trying versus doing: Yes, there is a difference. By Karl Zimmer lessons and practices that to say the least. They may an attempt.” To “try” at anything will never get It’s hard to believe how time flies by. Most of serve my clients and me “try” to do better the next you what you really want. You must do! Even us have certain memories that seem from long quite well, and that, even time, but that could makes Nike® understands you have to “Just Do It®” be- Call us for your ago while others seem like they were just yes- the most practiced need matters worse. cause they know that to “Just Try” would nev- terday. One of the most interesting things to me reminders from time to When at first you don’t er cut it for Michael Jordan or anyone else they landscape is that some things can seem like a long time time. succeed, try and try again, were going to sponsor. design and ago as well as having happened just yesterday. The mind processes lan- right? Wrong! Trying has So the next time you hear yourself saying, “I’ll That’s all the time we have for that, though I guage in a variety of ways, never accomplished one try....,” catch yourself, smile because you did, maintenance Expires March 31, 2013 could go on forever. which determine how we desired outcome. Trying and then tell yourself to go do whatever it was services this Have you ever noticed that when someone react or respond (behave) is simply making an at- you were intending to do. Imagine yourself suc- says something that catches your attention, you in given situations. Some tempt. Why do you think ceeding. You will find that you can accomplish spring! seem to think about it again, seemingly “out of words are simply ignored Yoda (from the movie series anything you want to when you do. How cool the blue?” Isn’t it amazing how the mind works? by the mind, which can of Star Wars) said, “Do or is that? Having had an interest in the mind and be- cause us to misunderstand do not, there is no try!” to havior for most of my life, I have studied many an intention spoken by an- young Luke Skywalker? Be- Karl R. Zimmer III is a clinical hypnotist, having been licensed and certified by the State of Indiana. His practice, Zimmer Success theories and philosophies and have come to the other. When that happens, it creates a mutual cause Yoda knew, as any good Neurolinguistic Group (http://Z-Success.com), is in Plainfield. Information pro- conclusion that there is so much more to learn. misunderstanding, which can cause a chasm Programming (NLP) practitioner knows, that vided is for informational purposes only and is not intended to www.avongardens.com I also know that I have learned many valuable between those involved. Not good for rapport the mind understands “try” to mean “to make diagnose, treat, or cure any condition or illness.

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V. rotundifolia grapes by Family Features Cooking with Broth date back to as far as we are able to trace any- the pyramids for the kings and pharaohs. The of the Rocky Mountains. They are cold hearty are often used to make port-style wines. Updating familiar family recipes is a great • Lighten up mashed potatoes by substituting thing. We know, for instance, that there were Greeks and then the Romans took over the cul- grapes that survive well in the cold winters of Vitis riparia is grown in the Unites States, but way to turn them into new family favorites. College Inn® Chicken Broth for milk or Vitis vinifera species grapes 6000 years BC from tivation of grapes and the production of wine, the eastern U. S. but do not have the marvel- very sparsely and little, if any, wine is produced. “Cooking with broth, in place of water, is a cream and butter. grape remnants found in the Middle East, now spreading northward to Northern France and ous taste profile characteristic of the V. vinifera Vitis vinifera is the class where the familiar quick way to boost flavor in a dish,” said Chef • Add flavor to rice and couscous by cooking present-day Georgia. There is also evidence that Germany in Biblical times. Wines were stored grapes, such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, wines are found. Whites such as Chardonnay, Amanda Freitag, judge on the Food Network se- with broth, instead of water. grapes existed in Iran in 5500 BC. 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www.HendricksHomeShow.com Hendricks County Hendricks County Home & Garden Show 2013 www.HendricksHomeShow.com Home and Garden Show 2013 www.HendricksHomeShow.com Hendricks Home Show Non-Pro t Partner Sheltering Wings offers a home and hope Home & Garden Show o ers ideas and expert advice For Hendricks Home Show by Ariane Cagle “ ere’s a little bit of something for ev- Other activities include various For Hendricks Home Show by Ariane Cagle zation, which provides the residents and their chil- case management services are not just for the residents. Any Spring is right around the corner. And it often eryone, even the kids!” says Hom- speakers sharing their expertise “Home is where the heart is,” the saying goes. dren with a loving, safe and secure environment. woman – or man – who lives outside of the shelter and is a vic- gets many homeowners in the mood for remod- ko. “But more important, the and exhibitor giveaways. e State But when it becomes an unsafe place to live due  e residents often think of the word “home” as a tim of abuse can take advantage of these programs and services, eling, landscaping and interior design projects. show allows residents to Bank of Lizton, in conjunction to domestic violence, Sheltering Wings in Danville place of safety and security, says Donita Roberts, too. Men just cannot live at the shelter. For those individuals looking for inspiration meet local vendors. Many with the non-pro t organiza- “The Hendricks can become a haven that o ers hope to women the shelter’s volunteer coordinator and grants ad-  e shelter’s case managers provide the residents with great and professional advice, the Hendricks County times we want to sup- tion Lemonade Day, will be and children. ministrator. And that is what the shelter tries to advice, says Ann.  ey help the residents get clothes, transporta- Home and Garden Show is the place to be on port and work with com- distributing backpacks to Home Show provides At the Hendricks County Home and Garden provide to its residents. tion, and go with them to important meetings like court appoint- March 22 and 23 at the Hendricks County 4-H panies who are located in kids attending the event. Show on March 22 and 23, 100% of the ticket sales “Even the kids feel the safety and love we pro- ments.  ey also assist with furnishing a resident’s new home, Fairgrounds and Conference Complex in Dan- the communities where e Home Show is the residents with the perfect for the event will go to support Sheltering Wings’ vide,” says Wells. She tells the story of if needed, when they move out. ville. we live. is event allows  rst expo of this type in mission to provide 24-hour safe, emergency hous- a little boy whose family came to “At Sheltering Wings, we help those who need “ e Hendricks Home Show provides resi- residents to do just that.” Hendricks County, accord- opportunity to meet with ing for women who are su ering from any form the shelter for the third time recent- help to get themselves back to self su ciency,” says dents with the perfect opportunity to meet with Additionally, by at- ing to Homko. of domestic abuse – physical, emotional, verbal, ly. He wrapped his arms around her Roberts. “Because if they can become self su cient, local businesses to learn more about what they tending the event, residents “While the Master Garden- local businesses to learn  nancial and spiritual – and for their dependent and said, “ ank you for saving my life we have a better chance of them not returning to can o er and ask questions about remod- will be able to support Shelter- ers have a show in April that of- children. again.” their abuser.” eling, landscaping, decorating ing Wings, an emergency hous- fers great information on gardening, more about what they can “It can be heartbreaking for women who have to Sheltering Wings also enables its resi- However, the sta only acts as a support system to and so much more,” says Becky ing shelter for women and children su ering we’re excited to bring this event to the leave their homes,” says Linda Wells, the shelter’s Donita Roberts dents to  nally feel free from their abusive guide the residents along the way and catch them if Homko, event organiz- from domestic abuse. All proceeds from the county. And we look forward to making it an o er and ask questions residential services manager. “Some women liter- home environments.  e residents have they fall, says Wells. er and owner of Today’s ticket sales will go to Sheltering Wings, located annual event,” she says. ally have to leave everything behind. But it’s espe- the freedom to rediscover who they “We’re walking along side them as Jesus would, but that Business Services. in Danville, to support their mission. Show hours are 3 to 9 p.m. on Friday, March about remodeling, cially hard for the kids.  ey have to leave all of are, get their GED, take college courses doesn’t mean we’re doing it for them, because that’s enabling e show will encom- “Sheltering Wings is all about providing safe 22 and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 23. their toys, their dad and their animals.” or get a job while living at the shelter. them,” she adds. pass a variety of vendors homes for families,” says Homko. “Since this is Pre-event tickets are available for $5 at West- landscaping, decorating According to shelter resident Mary (not her  e shelter o ers several services and resourc- According to Ann, “It is ultimately up you, the individual, to from small business- a Home Show, it seemed like a perfect  t for a side locations of Indiana Members Credit real name in order to protect her identity), “It es for the women besides housing.  ese include do what needs to be done in order to get to the point of self suf- es to national brands, charity partnership. We believe that the busi- Union and the State Bank of Lizton. Tickets are and so much more.” was scary to leave my home that I love. My friend life skills programs such as computer and job skills,  ciency and stability again. No one is going to do the work for specializing in custom ness community and non-pro t organizations also available at the door for $10. stayed with me through the whole check-in pro- budgeting, and parenting.  e shelter facilitates you. It is your responsibility. But they do some wonderful things  ooring, plumbing, win- need to work together to create a great commu- To purchase tickets online or for more infor- cess, so I wouldn’t run away.” several support groups, including ones for sub- to help ‘boost’ you along your way.” dows, mold removal, con- nity. And as a community, we need to support mation, go to ~Becky Homko, event organizer and Many of the women often feel like they are stance abuse, domestic violence and sexual abuse. Now in its tenth year of operation, Sheltering Wings has struction, landscaping, and both to build an even better community.” www.HendricksHomeShow.com. owner of Today’s Business Services weak, says Wells, but it takes a lot of courage and  e case managers provide assistance with various helped over 2,400 women and children since it opened.  ey home and personal products Diggity Gourmet Dawgs will be providing strength to walk out the door and not look back. tasks, including help with signing up for govern- serve women ages 18 and older – including women 60 years to name a few. Over 85 vendors food and beverages at the show. And they also Another resident Ann (also not her real name) ment programs, attorney or doctor referrals, and and older, who may feel stuck in their situation and are not sure from the county and throughout Indiana will be will be donating a portion of their sales to Shel- left her home so that she could give her baby a de- Linda Wells local college connections.  e shelter also pro- where to turn. on hand. tering Wings. cent life and a loving environment to grow up in. vides resources for help with legal services. For more information about Sheltering Wings, visit its Web Since Sheltering Wings is a faith-based organi- Additionally, the shelter’s support groups and site at www.shelteringwings.org.

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(IMCU) is a local organization that youth sports organizations and at dricks County prefer to buy local, too, in order l Fixed Rate Mortgages is dedicated to not only o ering its my church.” to support their communities. members with a better  nancial al- As a Brownsburg native himself, l ternative, but to also being a posi- Puckett feels Hendricks County is a Adjustable Rate Mortgages tive in uence in the communities great place to work and live. they service – including Hendricks “Hendricks County has excellent County. schools, great people and commu- “IMCU is very involved within all nities with an emphasis on ethics of our local communities,” says Jay Jay Puckett and values, which makes it a great manager with IMCU Powerful Local Marketing Looking to buy or sell a home? 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Ad- with school supplies for underprivileged chil- ditionally, they o er a variety of lending prod- dren to help them be successful in their educa- ucts, which include auto,  rst and second mort- tion.  e Hendricks County Backpack Attack gage programs, and various types of business program was one of the programs the founda- lending products. tion partnered with in order to provide school “As our slogan says, IMCU provides ‘big city supplies to needy children in the county. convenience with a small town feel,’” says Puck- Jay Puckett | Brownsburg Manager | 286-2034 | [email protected] “IMCU also encourages all of their employ- ett. “And that’s what Hendricks County does as ees to actively be involved within their commu- well.” Shannon Mullen | Plainfield Manager | 839-4217 | [email protected] nity,” says Puckett. “Our employees are encour- For more information about Indiana Mem- aged and paid for community service time o , bers Credit Union, visit its Web site at www. 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Something not many people know about Getting to know you: I enjoy doing impressions and accents, but only with close friends and family! Kaley May… A motto you live by: Live, Laugh, Love, and Favorite color: cerulean (aqua) blue Learn. Without these 4 words, experiences in Don’t Miss life would have no worth. Favorite food: soft pretzels and cheese What talent would you most like to Favorite athlete: Tamika Catchings, possess: The ability to go through life the 2013 classy person on and off the court and an without regrets and to live every moment to inspiration to many. the fullest. Favorite basketball memory: Being a What makes you happiest: Spending Hendricks County member of the Indiana All-Star team and quality time and laughing with family and playing at Banker’s Life Fieldhouse in the friends. annual Indiana-Kentucky All-Star series.

Home & Garden HCICON Photo by Rick Myers Show Kaley May, former Avon High School Indiana All-Star, finished her coaching debut at Southport High School this year March 22-23! By Nicole Davis Along with coaching basketball, May said she teaches life lessons that go hand-in-hand. In a new area where no one knew her name or her background, Kaley May said she was She emphasizes communication because working with people is a life skill that needs to be thrilled to begin fresh with her first basketball coaching job at Southport High School. taught in high school. She says basketball is a tool for many great values; none of them can A former Indiana All-Star at Avon High School and a four-year All-Horizon League Aca- measure up without communication. demic Honoree on a full basketball scholarship at Butler University, the 23-year-old said she Many of these lessons, May said she learned from her family. Coaching is in her blood. was ready to move onto a different role in basketball. Her grandfather, Kenny Cox, was State Championship coach at Ben Davis High School. Her “I always knew I wanted to go into coaching. I wanted to dad, Brian May, was one of Bud Wright’ assistant coaches at pursue the high school level because I wanted to build ball Sheridan High School, where they won several state cham- players from the ground up,” May said. “Now that I’ve started, “I try to focus on what personality pionships. I love it as much as I thought.” “I always enjoyed looking at the game in a more funda- When a position teaching Geography and History opened and focus I want to have as a coach. mental way and analyzing team chemistry,” May said. “I think up at Southport, May said she was glad for the position that I try to communicate with my players that’s attributed to my coaching background in my family. I was still close to her home, but outside of her area enough always had a desire to help players reach their full potential that she wasn’t recognized. Since August, she says she has so we can build an honest in basketball.” worked hard to earn the respect from players and other cohesion of the team.” ~Kaley May May said she will miss competing, but she is excited to con- coaches as assistant coach for girls’ varsity and head coach for tinue taking the lessons she learned and experiencing them Junior Varsity. The JV team finished the season 8-9. May said with the high school girls. With only two games left to the she knows they can do better, and she is continuing to learn season, May said she wants to continue learning as a coach to what motivates players while the girls learn the game. someday start her own basketball program. Her main goal is helping the players better them- “I’ve enjoyed earning the trust and respect and becoming the coach I wanted to be,” May selves to they can compete against the best. said. “I’ve learned a lot through my colleagues and other respectable coaches. I try to focus on “I try to stress the importance of living in the moment and not taking anything for granted what personality and focus I want to have as a coach. I try to communicate with my players so because you don’t get those years back,” May said. “Once your career is over, you miss all the we can build an honest cohesion of the team. As a player I wanted to know what my coaches little things you took for granted- your teammates, being under the lights, shooting – those thought, so I thought I owed that to my players.” are memories you’ll never forget.”

8 Hendricks Home & Garden Show HENDRICKS COUNTY ICON myICON.info • March 2013 21 Community Humor & Events Community ICON of the Month Community Mom’s the Word What’s going on? A life well lived In a manner Bob Kiefer By Alyssa Johnson uring out your purpose. There’s just too much March 2 March 15 Bob Kiefer has resided in Brownsburg, Committee. He is also very dedicated to serving Welcome ladies! This new col- junk in the way before then. Now, don’t fall along with his wife Pat, since the early 1970s. St. Malachy Parish. umn is just for you! I can’t wait to into the trap that a lot of women fall Misty Eyes Animal Shelter Education Gala Kiefer has two sons, Mark and Brent, and Kiefer has worked exclusively as a real estate share nuggets of wisdom with you into. “Purpose” doesn’t have to be this of speaking & Learning Center sponsored by Brownsburg three grandchildren, Brittney, Derek and Jared. broker with ReMax/Centerstone of Avon- each and every month. I want to be-all/end-all thing. Instead it’s more Education Foundation Kiefer enjoys spending time with his family and Brownsburg and Plainfield since 1998. Before start this column off by shar- about “Where am I supposed to Grand Opening Celebration Doors open 6 p.m. golfing. He also spends time volunteering for that, he was involved in several other business ing with you four life lessons be right now?” “What should I By Dick Wolfsie 11 a.m. local Hendricks County organizations, such as ventures. Here, we learn more about our March I’ve learned in over 15 years be doing at this stage in my life is now served before the meal,” she says. and dance begins at 7 p.m. Mary Ellen has been reading a book that Yes, that is something to be “consterned” 640 E. Main St. Sheltering Wings and the Brownsburg Cheer ICON of the Month, Bob Kiefer. of working with women. If and with whom?” Dan Schumacher Racing Headquarters you’ve ever wondered, “Who 4. Develop meaningful re- has me concerned. It raises expectations about. But is it permissible to walk out of Brownsburg, IN What do you consider your greatest virtue? am I?” or “Why am I here?” lationships with those you in women; it makes wives think their hus- the restaurant before you order, if the wait- 1681 E. Northfield Dr., Brownsburg Which living person in Hendricks County do My willingness to give of myself. then listen up, this is for you! bands are inadequate. That’s why tomor- ress has six facial piercings? Not a word Cost: $60/person you most admire? love – C’mon ladies – we row, I’m tossing in the trash the latest edi- 1. Determine what’s tru- know how important our re- on this. For more information, contact What do you most deplore in others? Harlan H. Hinkle. Harlan has taught me over tion of Emily Post’s Etiquette. How to eat a banana is something we March 2 and 3 ly important – In order to know lationships are! These can be with our (317) 852-1056 or visit www. Dishonesty. the years to be me. He is the most generous The volume is almost 800 pages and where you’re going, you have to clearly identify spouses, kids, friends, co-workers, you name have all struggled with. “At home, peel and giving person I know and does it all weighs two pounds. You have to hold it Maple Syrup Days brownsburgeductionfoundation.org the direction first. As women, we tend to over it! But making sure we’re able to set appropri- the banana halfway down and eat it bite by What do you like most about quietly. with two hands, but don’t use those two bite.” I’m on safe ground when the rules for “All-You-Can-Eat Pancakes” living in Hendricks County? commit ourselves a lot. This leads to feeling ate boundaries, make conscious decisions about burned out and that we’re not capable of doing who we spend time with, and feeling more con- hands for eating fried chicken, jumbo humans are pretty much the same as for Saturday 8 a.m.-3p.m. My home for over half What is the quality you most things well. The real issue is that you may not nected to those around us are critical. shrimp or corn on the cob, which require orangutans. At a restaurant, says Ms. Post, my life, proximity to like in a man? Sunday 10:00a.m.-3:00 p.m. be making time for those things that are really So, how are you doing in each of these? Be another whole set of rules. you should peel the whole fruit, cut it into Indianapolis, friendly people Honesty and integrity. McCloud Nature Park important. sure to check back next month, as I’ll begin a The book was actually written by the pieces and eat with a fork. This is why or- and many new friends. great-great-grandchildren of the original dering a banana off the dessert menu has 8518 Hughes Rd., North Salem What is the quality you 2. Develop a self-care program – Quick! series of articles on these four areas and provide Emily Post, who died in 1960. The rumor never really caught on. Reservations are required If you had to live most like in a woman? On a scale of 1-10 how good of a job are you do- you with a deeper level of information and very ing taking care of yourself? No cheating! Most practical how-to steps for you to practice. In the is that, despite her legion of admirers, very According to Ms. Post, it is inappropri- For more information, contact elsewhere in Metro Kindness and giving. few attended her funeral because many ate to finish your meal and say “I’m stuffed.” Indianapolis, where of us women do a lousy job at this. We tend to meantime, if you have any specific questions or were afraid they’d wear something inap- When I was growing up, failure to make [email protected] or (317)718-6188 would it be? What is your greatest put our needs last. We’re real good at taking topics you’re interested in learning more about, propriate. Some people were unsure if it this comment meant you were unhappy Carmel. extravagance? care of everyone else but lousy when it comes please contact me. was still wrong to do impressions of the de- with the food. “Thanks for the delicious March 16 My hobby golfing and to our needs. This neglect leads to exhaustion If you could begin life and frustration. Alyssa Johnson, LCSW is a Consultant & Counselor for ceased and those who didn’t have the new- dinner, Mom.” Like my mother would have Break at Dogtona the frequency with which Transitioning Moms. She’s been a resident of Brownsburg for est edition of the book wondered if it was fallen for that baloney. over¸ what would you I participate. My friends, 3. Discover your purpose – Only once you’re over 15 years. To learn more about how she inspires moms to change? okay to do a beer run after the service. How does Ms. Post handle the issue of many of whom play with me, clear on who you are (#1) and regularly taking vibrantly live, please visit www.VibrantlyLive.com or call her at Dog Show (317) 513-5678 Chapter 5 of the book is all about eating, choking, which can put a damper on any 10 a.m.-3 p.m. I cannot think of anything and those who do not care of yourself (#2) can you honestly start fig- I would change. I have table manners and restaurant etiquette. gala? She distinguishes food simply “going Hendricks County 4-H understand that every The first rule is that when out for dinner, down the wrong pipe,” from true asphyxi- lived a healthy, Wednesday afternoon, do not violently shake your napkin when ation, but concedes that if your own death Fairgrounds and Conference Complex productive and provided the temp is 50 you open it. This pretty much puts a damp- is “truly” imminent, not to worry about 1900 E. Main St., Danville extremely happy degrees and rising and er on my first magic trick at the table. I was manners. This is a radical change from the Cost: $5 per dog life. no more than a little off to a bad start. book’s previous edition, where there was rain, we will be on the For more information, contact If money were no issue, Rules regarding dining in a restaurant additional advice supplied to the hostess golf course somewhere (317) 250-5251 or visit how would you spend are similar to those covering eating at on how to inconspicuously dispose of a it? hacking away. home, which is odd since the first chap- body in the middle of a formal dinner. HendricksCountyHumaneSociety.org Auto March 2 and 3 Believe it or not, I would give half of it away; ter says a woman should always keep her I’ve apparently violated all kinds of rules What are your fears, phobias? have a winter home in Englewood, Florida; handbag in her lap when dining out. If your of etiquette when eating sushi, spaghetti, Maple Syrup Days No fears or phobias. March 22 and 23 a hunting lodge, where my friends, children, wife does this at the dinner table in your pizza and even soup, but I don’t want Em- Saturday 10 a.m.-4p.m. brothers, and now grandsons go hunt the hills. What has been the happiest time of your kitchen, some trust issues need to be dis- ily Post’s ghost lecturing me on proper din- Hendricks County Sunday 1:00-4:00 p.m. life? cussed. Loans ing. It’s bad enough when my doctor looks Home and Garden Show What makes you happiest? Ms. Post’s tome raises some serious con- at my cholesterol readings and tells me I’m McCloud Nature Park When family gathers for the holidays. Hanging out with my life partner, friend and cerns about certain disturbing trends in not eating right. 8518 Hughes Rd., North Salem Friday noon-9 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m.-6 p.m. bride Patty! Which talent would you most like to our society. “Salad—to my consternation— For more information, contact possess? Rates As Low As Hendricks County 4-H [email protected] or (317)718-6188 What is your favorite vacation spot? I am very happy with the talents God has Fairgrounds and Conference Complex Southern Florida in the winter… on the graced me with. 1900 E. Main St., Danville beach near a gold course March 14 What do you most value in your friends? For more information, What do you do with idle time? Avon Tri Kappa Third contact [email protected] Their sense of humor, willingness to join Annual Boutique Bingo Golfing. I take three short trips each year and help others via Brownsburg Sertoma Club, % spring, fall and winter to Florida) with my Brownsburg Cheer Committee, or Sheltering 5:30 p.m. Vender March 25 brothers and friends. Also, I like to read. Wings. West / Avon Shopping Cash and Carry * Legislative Breakfast What is it that makes you angry? Which historical figure do you most identify APR 317.217.2200 7 p.m. Bingo starts and ends at 9 p.m. Let us help you with: 7 a.m. Seldom angry, frustrated but never truly with? Filing a claim Avon Washington Welcome Spring! Hendricks County 4-H angry. Gov. Daniels and President Reagan. I always Rental arrangements Township Park Pavillion 1.9Contact Jay Puckett, Fairgrounds and Conference Complex felt both spoke from the heart. Take 20% Off Free estimates Cost: $15 at the door What do you do to escape from reality? 1900 E. Main St., Danville Brownsburg Manager, at 286-2034! any single massage For more information, contact I like to read and watch Westerns on TV What is your greatest regret? Located behind Lowe’s at Dan Jones Rd. & Rockville Rd. For more information, therapy session Rachel at (317) 694-0390 (John Wayne is my favorite “pilgrim”). 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HENDRICKS COUNTY ICON HENDRICKS ICON myICON.info • March 2013 22 Located behind Lowe’s at Dan Jones Rd & Rockville Rd. 23 317-272-6820 COUNTY www.diamond-collision.com Community Community Golf Guide Golf Guide Flexibility is important for Hendricks County Golf Outings 2013 Hendricks County’s May 2: Brownsburg Rotary Club, West Chase Golf Club, Teeing it up in driving accuracy and distance For HC ICON the golf ball squarely. When this happens, the golf 4 Holloway Blvd., Brownsburg; for more information, By Ben Weaver www.brownsburgrotary.org or call (317) 748-3125 ball will be struck squarely thus creating a longer Hendricks County only private club! The average golfer performs approximately three and more accurate shot. One of your flexibility ex- minutes of minor stretches at the first tee before he June 5: Hendricks County Community Foundation, Deer Creek For HC ICON ercises should imitate this motion and repeat it long various other IGA/PGA events. It is Hendricks hits his first shot. Professional golfers on the other Golf Club, 7143 S. St. Rd. 39, Clayton; for more information, By Brad DuBois enough to make sure you have the endurance it County’s only private golf course with its dues hand, are just the opposite. They understand that takes to make it through 18 holes. Many amateurs hendrickscountycf.org or What is it with the weather? One day we have 60° structured below many of central Indiana’s other flexibility is one of the most important and under- will play really well for nine to 12 holes but then call (317) 718-1200 spring-like temperatures and the next it is 10° and country clubs, making it a very good value. The estimated keys to hitting the golf ball as far as you start to fall apart. This is typically caused by poor we are pushed back inside to stay warm. It seems course is more of the “old school” design with wa- can with greater accuracy. flexibility in combination with fatigue. Once you June 13: Danville Chamber of Commerce, Twin Bridges Golf the longer it takes for the atmosphere to stabilize ter, trees and sand that are placed in precarious Golf is not a game of great physical strength but reach this point, you stop making full backswings Club, 1001 Cartersburg Rd. , Danville; for more information, and the air to warm up, the more we get restless places. rather a balance of mental preparedness and prac- and your errors start being compounded. www.danville-chamber.org or call (317) 745-0670 and crave the fresh air and sunshine. Just south of Danville on Cartersburg Rd., we tice. Most people would benefit more from spend- Your flexibility exercise regimen doesn’t have I don’t believe there is any group of people more have another exceptional 18-hole course aptly ing 10 -15 minutes a few times a week stretching to be anything complicated. It just requires a few June 14: Brownsburg Education Foundation, ready for spring than golfers. Some golfers are cra- named Twin Bridges Golf Club. The course is cut and doing low weight lifting than going to a gym minutes of your time at least every other day. Keep West Chase Golf Club, 4 Holloway Blvd., Brownsburg; zy enough to drape their carts in plastic and use from “buffer land” next to Waste Management’s and doing bench presses. Think of this, if you can it simple and fun and spend at least 10 minutes on for more information, www.brownsburgeducationfoundation. small propane heaters to make life a little more area landfill. Don’t let that fool you; it can be very lift 200 pounds but can’t rotate your body more than each session, especially before you tee off. I guaran- org or call (317) 852-1056 comfortable inside the cart just to say that they difficult with very few holes running next to each 20 degrees, what good is lifting all those weights? tee that you will feel better about yourself and your “played 18 today.” I must admit I’ve been one of other. This is because it’s built on over 250 acres During the golf swing the shoulders should rotate golf game. June 27: Plainfield Chamber of Commerce, those “crazies.” of wooded land with White Lick Creek running Deer Creek Golf Club, 7143 S. St. Rd. 39, Clayton; for more No Initiation Fee! No Assessments! close to 90 degrees with the hips rotating around In Hendricks County we are fortunate to have through the property. Large greens with devious Ben Weaver is the owner of Prestwick Country Club as well as its information www.plainfield-in.com or call (317) 839-3800 45 degrees. This puts the body in a powerful and some very good and well-maintained golf cours- elevation changes make a challenging venture with consistent position to return the golf club back to pro. Contact him at [email protected] or (317) 745-6448. es. Go for a drive on any 40+ degree day and you the putter. Amenities: July 9: Leadership Hendricks County, Deer Creek Golf Club, will find someone “teeing it up” at one of our area In the southern region of the county we have Membership • 18 Hole Championship Golf Course 7143 S. St. Rd. 39, Clayton; for more information www.lhcinc.org golf courses. Twenty-five years ago you would have Oak Tree Golf Course. It’s an original Pete Dye de- • Practice and Short Game Areas Where to Tee Off in Hendricks County or call (317) 745-6694 found only one 18-hole golf course in the county, sign that started as a 9-hole course and grew to in- Open House that being Prestwick GC, and clude an additional nine in the Saturday, May 11, 2013 • Dining July 13: Eli Welch Memorial, Deer Creek it was private. The other seven mid-90s. Undulating greens Call for Tee Times • Weddings & Banquets Deer Creek Golf Club Quail Creek Golf Course 7143 S. St. Rd. 39, Clayton; for more information were all 9-hole tracks. Jump to are a trademark of the front 9 • Golf Outings 18 holes over 6,510 yards 18 holes over 6,329 yards call (317) 902-6404 2012, and we find Hendricks Proper Dress Required with a little relief on the back 9. • Golf Lessons & Clinics with a par of 71 (Public) with a par of 72 (Public) County with six 18-hole cours- Again with the front 9 being the New member signing bonus! July 17: Avon Rotary Club, West Chase Golf Club es that vary in total length and older of the two, there are trees 7143 S State Road 39 7591 Quail Creek Trce. 4 Holloway Blvd., Brownsburg, for more information call (317) difficulty. We still have a pret- everywhere. Keeping it in the Non-Member Test Drive Clayton, IN 46118 Pittsboro, IN 46167-9034 852-3540 ty good share of 9-hole cours- fairway is important because Join for $2013 Golf, Cart and Range: $35 (317) 539-2013 (317) 892-2582 es also, three to be exact, each driving into the trees will cost (the rest of 2013) August 14: Wings of Golf, West Chase Golf Club with its own personality and you at least a stroke. Oak Tree, Monday and Tuesday Only 4 Holloway Blvd., Brownsburg; for more information, www. flavor. Most have been in the once known as the Elks Club is LIMITED OFFER! Good for up to 4 Players Friendswood Golf Club Tomahawk Hills Golf Club wingsofgolf.com or call (317) 745-0310 community for decades and have seen many gen- only a few miles west of Plainfield on US 40. Includes: Dues, Cart & Range 9 Holes over 2700 yards Par 36 9 Holes over 3100 yards Par 36 erations of families learning the game on the fair- Must call for advanced tee time. Friendswood Golf Course is in the far south- *Some restrictions apply. 7730 S. Co. Rd. 1050 E. 10291 N. SR 75 August 28: Avon Chamber of Commerce, Prestwick Country ways and greens. eastern portion of Hendricks County. Its club- Proper dress required. Club, 5197 Fairway Dr., Avon; for more information Limited to the first 20 families. In the far northern part of the county we have house is an old school that was built in 1909 and Expires May 15, 2013 Camby, IN 46113 Jamestown, IN 46147 www.avonchamber.org or call (317) 272-4333 Tomahawk Hills, one of the 9-hole courses that has still has photos of the last students that attended. (317) 856-5372 (765) 676-6022 been around since 1973. It provides tree-lined fair- The 9-hole golf course is beginner friendly with September 12: Brownsburg Chamber of Commerce, West ways and some pesky water hazards. The town of very reasonable fees and a nice peaceful layout. Chase Golf Course, 4 Holloway Blvd., Brownsburg; for more Pittsboro boasts two courses. Quail Creek is an 18- It’s great for a quick afternoon golf experience and Oaktree Golf Course Twin Bridges Golf Club information, www.brownsburg.com or call (317) 852-7885 hole course that has recently changed ownership communing with nature. 18 holes over 6,376 yards 18 holes over 7,058 yards and provides a good challenge to all levels of golf- Deer Creek in Clayton is one of the best main- with a par of 72 (Public) with a par of 72 (Public) Compiled by Cathy Myers ers. Pittsboro Golf Club is another 9-hole course tained golf courses in the county. The greens are 4710 E US Highway 40 1001 Cartersburg Rd with straight forward design and good value. It is fast and true. Home to Depauw University’s men’s Plainfield, IN 46168 Danville, IN 46122 great for the beginner and families with budding and women’s golf teams, the course has come to be golf fanatics. a local gem. There is a value greens fee everyday of (317) 839-6205 (317) 745-9098 In Brownsburg, you will find one of the most the work week and it is just a few miles from I-70 unique 18-hole courses in the area. West Chase making it very easily accessible to many in the re- is a challenge on many levels. The front is akin to gion. Many holes have water that come into play Pittsboro Golf Club West Chase Golf Club the links style course with rolling hills just off the and very narrow tree-lined and rolling hill fair- 9 holes over 3,111 yards 18 holes over 6,700 yards fairways and greens and heather in the rough. The ways. It’s an absolutely beautiful place to play and with a par of 35 (Public) with a par of 71 (Public) back leans more to the older “country club” style enjoy the scenery. Home of the 2227 E US Highway 136 4 Hollaway Blvd March 2013 Lenten Friday course with tighter fairways that are tree lined. Wa- We are very lucky to have such a selection of Hendricks Pittsboro, IN 46167 Brownsburg, IN 46112 Dinner Dates ter comes into play on nine of the holes with forced courses to choose from in Hendricks County, with carries. Tee selection here is a key component to a (317) 892-3335 (317) 892-7888 March 1st, 8th, 15th and 22nd courses like those listed, it’s hard to wait for that good round. There is a 9-hole course at White Lick perfect 75° sunny day. This is one of the many ame- County Junior Dinner Served: 5pm-7pm Golf Course as well. nities that make our community a great place to New and improved menu: Fish, Soups, Golf Tour Prestwick Country Club White Lick Golf Course In the middle of our county we have two excep- live. Salads, Breads, Desserts, Drinks and More! tional 18-hole courses. Prestwick Country Club is 18 holes over 6,885 yards 9 holes over 2,622 yards Brad DuBois is the executive director of the Plainfield Chamber of Noll Hall (“Old” St. Malachy) one of Indiana’s best known golf courses. Estab- with a par of 72 with a par of 34 (Public) 330 N. Green Street • Brownsburg, IN Commerce. A golf junkie, he recently managed the Golf Headquar- lished in 1974, it has been home to several IHSAA ters in Plainfield. Contact him at [email protected] or (Private Non-Equity) 4 White Lick Ln. (317) 839-3800. Present this coupon and receive Boys and Girls State Tournaments, state opens and 5197 Fairway Dr Brownsburg, IN 46112 “FREE DESSERT OR FREE DRINK” with purchase of a meal. 5197 Fairway Drive • Avon, Indiana 46123 Avon, IN 46123 (317) 852-2931 (317) 745-6448 • www.prestwickcountryclub.net (317) 745-6448

24 March 2013 • myICON.info HENDRICKS COUNTY ICON HENDRICKS COUNTY ICON myICON.info • March 2013 25 Community Around Town Community Around Town Franciscan Alliance selects strategic Annual Meeting | Saturday, April 06, 2013 planning, business Gun sellers have trouble keeping stock development leader By Gus Pearcy fees for overnight delivery or having to ve Did you know? According to Scott Daugherty, co- buy a more expensive brand because Jay Brehm has n sa to owner or Fort Liberty Firearms in his usual brand may be out of stock. been appointed se- a ge c t The cost of electricity increases Avon, to say that gun sales have in- e h Curry points to the buying frenzy nior vice president e w during peak periods when we creased in the last few months is an un- starting the day after the Newtown, of strategic planning r . derstatement. w are using the greatest amount Conn. shooting on Dec. 14, but there and business devel- o “The word understatement would be have been other contributing factors. opment for Francis-

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r Daugherty estimates his sales of tion and proposed gun and ammo bans. Brehm has been

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e Take advantage of available guns has increased eight to 10 times with the organiza- L Here in Indiana, there was a rumor go- programs to help us “Beat the since November. That’s on a regular ing around that lifetime carry permits tion for 28 years and PEAK Peak!” Join us to learn more. day he says. were going to be changed or discontin- currently hold the A quick look at Bradis Guns in Cam- ued at the end of 2012. positions of execu- by and you see they, too, are having So, law enforcement agencies have tive vice president and CFO for Franciscan St. Overview trouble meeting the ravenous demand seen a dramatic increase in gun permit Francis Health operates hospitals in Indianapo- • Breakfast Time: Joe Neher (left) presents check to Stan Metzger for guns and ammo. applications. In Indiana, you only need lis, Mooresville and Carmel. • Video Presentation Bryce Curry, owner and founder a permit to carry and conceal a weap- 7:30 am • Energy Advisor Booth of Premier Arms in Brownsburg esti- on. Brownsburg Police say that gun (Registration, breakfast and booths open) • Door Prizes and Drawings mates his sales have increased 500 per- permits rose 35 percent from 2011 to to citizens. 9:00 am • Guest Speakers Foundation supports cent. Since Premier Arms is one of the 2012, most of that since the November “Most sheriffs believe there are adequate laws (Meeting begins) • Questions and Answers largest used gun dealers in central Indi- election. on the books to deal with gun restrictions,” Gal- • Elect Board Members for hospital programs and services ana, Curry is seeing an increased busi- “From Jan. 1 through (Feb. 19), we al- loway said. “The problem is criminals don’t pay ness in guns as an investment. ready have 110 permits,” Detective Jen- attention to the law. So we can write laws about Areas 1,2 & 3 (All members vote) Location: Hendricks Regional Health Foundation board “In addition to the funds directed to the “Those sales have gone up because Photo by Rick Myers for HCICON nifer Pyatt-Barrett said. “We’re 240 in everything; criminals do not pay attention to chair Joe Neher recently presented a ceremoni- Women’s Center project, nearly $24,000 was di- Hendricks County 4H Fairgrounds the stock market is bad, really there is 2011. We’re nearly halfway there and that. Neither do the mentally-challenged or Thank you al check of $150,000 from Hendricks Regional rected to the Dennis W. Dawes Fund, and the nothing paying any interest, nothing run on ammunition according to both own- it’s only mid-February.” emotionally-disturbed.” Exposition Hall & Members in attendance will Health Foundation to Stan Metzger, director remaining $78,000 to programs and services secure,” Curry said. “So I’m selling a lot more ers. Curry, who says there was a similar run It’s the same in Plainfield and Avon. In De- Galloway adds that he talks with jailed sus- of radiology. The funds represent a portion of that improve patient comfort, safety and medi- Conference Center receive a $5 energy credit and investment-grade guns especially since Obama on ammo in 2008 after President Obama’s first cember 2011, Avon received only 12 permit ap- pects and asks them how long it would take Danville, Indiana proceeds from the Foundation’s 2012 fundrais- cal care, including grants for department needs, got in for a second term.” election, has implemented a rationing of ammo, plications. In the same period in 2012, there them to get their hands on a firearm and most special gift. (One per household) ing efforts, including a special campaign to help the infant bereavement program, Meals on Home defense guns are also a big seller for limiting sales to a box per customer per day on were 35 permit applications. say within two hours. Galloway suggests that pay for expansion of the Women’s Center at the Wheels, and Partners in Care Clinic,” said Joe Curry and Daugherty. The handgun and shot- popular calibers. But the demand has had very Hendricks County Sheriff Dave Galloway new gun owners get trigger locks and either a health system’s Danville location. Neher, Foundation board chair. Watch for your invitation! guns being most popular. There has been a big little effect on prices, both say except for a few says that the Second Amendment is important gun locker or a secure spot for their weapons.

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26 March 2013 • myICON.info HENDRICKS COUNTY ICON HENDRICKS COUNTY ICON myICON.info • March 2013 27 Faith Where We Worship Matt and Bethany Livermore grow March 2013 in both spiritual and family life Teacher of A community of brotherhood through God’s word

A love for God’s word brought Matt and Why would you recommend your place of Bethany Livermore together. Matt is original- worship to someone? Mrs. Brauer ly from Avon and Bethany grew up in Illinois. After meeting at a Bible study weekend when We would recommend our place of wor- By Shelby Rich the Month they were in high school, they reconnected as ship because of the emphasis on individual and young adults and began to make plans to walk group Bible study. We are encouraged to search 3rd grade, Our Shepherd Lutheran School together in Christ. Married in 2001, they now the scriptures ourselves and take personal re- sponsibility as we strive together to be more have three beautiful children, Jude (7), Dan- My name is Shelby Rich. iel (5), and Ezekiel (2). The boys enjoy puzzles, Christ-like. The method of worship is based on books, and going to the Children’s Museum and the structure of the churches in the New Tes- I am in third grade at the Indianapolis Zoo. The family enjoys having tament, no governing Our Shepherd Lutheran family game nights and spending time togeth- body and the Bible is School. My teacher er. Matt works in research and development for our guide. The mem- Eli Lilly and Company and Bethany is busy as a bers work together Mrs Brauer is so great! stay at home wife and mother. As a family, they doing different This year was my first spend much of their time serving the Christa- jobs to help and year at Our Shepherd. delphian Ecclesia teaching Sunday school and support each oth- midweek Bible class. Matt also serves many du- er for the good of It is not easy going to a ties and commits to speaking engagements, as the whole eccle- new school. I was excited within this denomination there is no governing sial body (Romans but nervous. Mrs. Brauer 12:4-5, For as we body or paid preacher. Each member works to- made me feel very gether to fulfill the responsibilities and roles of have many mem- bers in one body, welcome. Before school the church. The Livermore family, from left, Daniel, Bethany, Daniel, Zeke and Matt but all the members started, she called my What is it about your place of worship that do not have the same mom to set up a time helps you grow spiritually? What is it about your place of worship that What is one meaningful event that has taken function, so we, being many, are one body in helps you to feel connected to your spouse, place at your place of worship? Christ, and individually members of one an- where I could go in and children, parents or other family? It is a tight community, and we are involved other). Mrs. Brauer and Shelby Rich of Avon, IN meet her and see my new in each other’s lives. Christadelphian means Many significant events have happened in classroom. When I met her she was very nice to me and I knew I was going to brother in Christ. Throughout the brother- We both grew up in Christadelphian Eccle- our place of worship such as baptisms, chil- hood we are a tight community and this sup- sias and all of our immediate family on both dren’s programs and marriages. These events like my new school. Mrs. Brauer is very kind and understanding. She has helped port strengths us. We grow spiritually by meet- sides is in the same faith. It helps us stay close to have definitely inspired us, but we think of our Avon Christadelphian Ecclesia me a lot this year. She is very smart and is a really fun teacher. Please pick her our families knowing that we are all spiritually place of worship in a broader sense than just the ing with other members who believe the same 7122 E County Road 25 S to win this award because she deserves it! minded and we can support each other in all of building or a place to go on Sunday mornings. as we do and discussing things concerning the Avon, IN 46123 life’s decisions. Our place of worship also aids Worship is an integral part of our whole life, kingdom of God. It is spiritually up lifting to (317) 272-6207 in our relationship with our boys. They are with where ever we are gathered with like believers Kids, send your name, address and telephone number along with a 100-word summary of why your travel to different parts of the country and world www.avonchristadelphians.org and be able to meet with other Christadelphians us every Sunday morning during the memorial there is God (Matt 18:20). Often the most in- teacher should be honored as the ICON Teacher of the Month to [email protected]. The who welcome us with open arms to fellowship service; this is time we spend together around spiring event is traveling to a Bible study week- deadline for nominations for the April ICON Teacher of the Month is March 11, 2013. Your teacher with them. God’s word. end meeting up with others who enjoy studying Compiled by Cathy Myers the Bible and strive to do God’s will. could win a pizza party compliments of Chicago’s Pizza. Please take time to nominate a deserving teacher from Hendricks County.

Students enjoying The sorrows and a pizza party at joys of St. Patrick Monthly Devotional St. Malachy.

By Michael LeFebvre wrote, “[that] I might call my faults to remembrance, and that had permitted Patrick’s slavery to continue for years, God “Call upon me in the day of trouble; I will deliver you, and I might turn with all my heart to the Lord my God... Con- had been faithful to sustain him in his afflictions. And now you shall glorify me.” (Psalm 50:15, ESV) stantly I used to pray in the day time. Love of God and the that he had been delivered out of them, Patrick felt it his duty Poor Patrick. The 17th of March is “his day”—St. Patrick’s fear of him increased more and more, and [my] faith grew...” to glorify God. Day—but what do people remember about him? Besides clo- For six years, Patrick continued in his slavery. Then one Patrick decided to devote the rest of his life to teaching vers and the color green. night, he dreamed that a ship was prepared to take him the grace of God to the Irish. He would return to the land of Patrick was born a farmer’s son, sometime around the home, and he decided to run away. Escaping from his mas- his former captivity. As the first missionary to Ireland, Pat- year 340, in what is today England. We know little about his ter, Patrick began his dangerous trek to the coast nearly two rick established churches where, as he later wrote, “they who upbringing, except that a devastating event interrupted his hundred miles away. There, he managed with difficulty to never had the knowledge of God [had] until now only wor- youth and turned his life upside down. He was only 16 when persuade a ship to take him on board. The journey by sea shipped idols...” That is the heritage Patrick wanted to be re- his town was attacked, and he and many others were taken and land back home was treacherous, facing near starvation membered for. Chicago’s Pizza, into slavery. That was how Patrick initially went to Ireland. among other perils. But Patrick made it home and found his When you think about St. Patrick’s day, remember the tes- Stolen from his homeland and bereft of his family, Patrick family, who with tears pled that he might remain with them timony of a young man who suffered greatly, who sought the Plainfield, is the was carried over the Irish Sea. He was eventually sold to a forever. Lord in his afflictions, and who glorified God by spreading official ICON Teacher herdsman, who bound Patrick to the tending of sheep in the But Patrick could not stay long with his family. One of the his love to others. of the Month Pizza open fields. In his written account of his enslavement, Pat- many passages of scripture he cites in his testimony is the Party supplier rick testifies that he learned to pray because of his sufferings. verse printed above: Psalm 50:15. Patrick had cried out to Michael LeFebvre is pastor of Christ Church Reformed Presbyterian, Brownsburg. “There the Lord opened [my] understanding...,” he later God in constant prayer through his troubles. Although God Contact him at (317) 626-6178.

28 March 2013 • myICON.info HENDRICKS COUNTY ICON Health & Living Body Beauty IU Health West Hospital opens & Wellness second cardiac cath lab When is big day? By Christina Summers starts ticking immediately. “Time is muscle,” For the Perisho family of Avon, the checklist says Josh Halon, director of cardiovascular ser- of things to do before their annual winter trip vices at IU Health West Hospital. “You have a your to Florida includes a trip to the cardiologist. window of opportunity to get blood flow back So, last December, Allen Perisho headed to the to the heart muscle or you may have irreversible IU Health Physicians Cardiology office for his damage or even worse, death.” scheduled treadmill test. Heart catheterization uses a needle-sized “I had been feeling tired all the time,” says the hole in an artery at the groin or wrist to thread retired US Postal Service accountant. “I sort of a catheter to the heart under X-ray guidance. knew something was wrong.” This allows physicians to see heart structures Government programs Allen’s cardiologist identified a problem and and blood vessels and determine if a blockage sent him to the Cath Lab at Indiana University or other problem exists. Typically, a diagnostic Health West Hospital for an internal look. There heart catheterization can be performed in less affecting cosmetic procedures they discovered that one of his main arteries than 30 minutes. By Dr. Barry Eppley is on Medicare and has been denied cover- was 70% blocked. Today, he credits the skilled Heart catheterization also allows for blocked age for removal of the overhang (abdominal care he received there with saving his life. heart arteries to be opened at the time of diag- Q: Q: Will ObamaCare affect the cost of any of panniculectomy) stating they will only do the Recently, IU Health West Hospital doubled nosis by balloon angioplasty and, usually, place- your services? I know it impacts in some ways hernia repair. She can no longer walk due to its capacity to provide life-saving heart cathe- ment of one or more coronary artery stents. the cost of general medical care, but I as- the herniated pannus. I would appreciate any terization and interventional radiology proce- This is called an “interventional catheteriza- sume that in cosmetic surgery and cosmetic advice you can give. We need to fix the hernia dures to patients, like Allen, with the addition tion.” services that it will be unaffected since these and also want the panniculectomy so she can of a $1 million second interventional suite. “With the opening of this second suite, we are are cash and not insurance-reimbursed pro- walk again and continue her diet and exercise cedures. program. I cannot believe the insurance com- Sometimes, diagnosing heart trouble means committed to our promise of excellent care by pany considers this cosmetic in a 74-year-old taking a look from the inside—often after other treating patients closer to where they live and testing has indicated there may be a problem. A: Unfortunately, your assumption is incor- woman. work,” says Halon. “Without the cath labs here A heart catheterization is a minimally-invasive rect. ObamaCare impacts all medical services, at IU Health West, patients might have to add test that allows for direct measurement of the including that of surgical and nonsurgical cos- A: It certainly sounds like your mother would nearly an hour of additional delay in being treat- pressures within the heart, as well as direct X- metic services. The Affordable Health Care benefit greatly by a combined abdominal pan- ed, risking further damage to the heart muscle. ray visualization of the heart’s arteries. It is still Act, passed into law in 2010, has imposed a niculectomy and hernia repair. But I believe you It can be life-changing for a patient not to get considered the “gold standard” for diagnosing few changes on the way we conduct business. may have a misconception about how Medicare care when they need it most.” and evaluating the extent of coronary artery One of those changes became effective in Janu- works. Medicare, a federal program, does not Today, Allen is completing the cardiac rehab disease. ary 2013 – the new federal excise tax of 2.3% preauthorize or preapprove any surgical pro- program at IU Health West Hospital to strength- And, when a patient experiences a heart at- on all medical devices. This tax affects any cos- cedure. A surgeon must do the procedure and en his heart muscle and regain his stamina. The tack and requires an emergency cardiac cathe- metic procedure in which a device is implant- then wait and see if Medicare will actually ap- entire Perisho family looks forward to resuming terization, the clock to unblock an obstruction ed. This includes surgical devices like breast im- prove (pay) for the procedure. When it comes their winters in Florida next year. plants, facial implants, metal plates and screws to an abdominal panniculectomy, no matter and various mesh support and fixation devices. how medically indicated it might be (and your This also affects the very popular injectable fill- mother certainly fulfills those criteria), Medi- ers such as Juvaderm, Radiesse, and Restylane care will almost certainly deny it after it is done. which are classified as medical devices and are This leaves the patient with the benefit but the A real family thus included in the new federal excise tax. In- doctor will rarely ever get paid and if he does terestingly Botox is not classified as a medical it is pennies on the dollar. An abdominal pan- strives for Excellence device but as a drug so it is excluded from be- niculectomy is a lot of work, risk and after care ing taxed. In order to maintain the fiscal health for little if any reimbursement. 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