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WHAT HAPPENED: Councilman Aaron Tevebaugh updated the council on the search for a new town manager.

WHAT IT MEANS: The selection committee has received and reviewed 16 resumes for the town manager position. They have met twice this month and will meet again before Aug. 31 to review any new resumes received. The committee expects to meet the September deadline for a new hire.

WHAT HAPPENED: The council accepted the resignation of Jim Gaetz from the economic development commission and appointed Harold Hiser to take his place.

WHAT IT MEANS: Gaetz cited lack of time to devote to the commission due to COVID-19 and other business-related demands for stepping down. Hiser applied to be a member of the economic development commission, redevelopment authority board or commission at the end of 2019. Hiser served as president of the Hendricks County Redevelopment Commission from 1991-2014.

WHAT HAPPENED: Interim town manager Ryan Cannon gave an overview of the County Road 100 South improvement project. Town financial advisor Gregory T. Guerrettaz of Financial Solutions Group presented the plan for funding the project.

WHAT IT MEANS: County Road 100 South is considered a signature street and an industrial development area. A strong landscaping and multi-use trail package was presented to the council. It was recommended that Reith Riley be awarded the bid for the $13 million project. These recommendations now go before the redevelopment commission.

WHAT HAPPENED: Guerrettaz also presented a recommended 2021 general fund budget to the council.

WHAT IT MEANS: A non-general fund budget will be presented to the council at its next meeting Aug. 27. A public hearing and a council work session is scheduled for Sept. 10 and adoption of the 2021 budget on Oct. 8.

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August 28, 2020 Hendricks County ICON 5 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com ICONography Back the Blue rally shows support for law enforcement

Back the Blue attendees came to show their support of law enforcement. Organizers estimated about 100 people gathered early in the event.

By Gus Pearcy When Tina and Jeff Gracey and Kristin Ferklic saw the mood throughout the country shift from support to anger toward law enforcement, they decided to show local officers they support them. The trio formed a rally at Browns- burg Town Hall that happened Aug. 22. “None of us had ever done anything like this before,” Jeff Gracey said. “We were pleasantly surprised that we had such a great turnout.” Gracey estimated at the beginning of the rally, with the presentation of colors, invocation and kickoff speeches, about 100 people came. Food truck vendors also served event goers at the gathering that lasted until 2 p.m. Indiana State Sen. John Crane from Avon spoke to those in Crowds dwindled after the initial events. attendance at the Back the Blue rally Aug. 22 in Brownsburg. Organizers were concerned about the current negative environment concerning officers. Gracey spoke with officers from the Brownsburg Police “I just wanted to make sure that the people that put Department and the Hendricks County Sheriff’s Depart- the uniform on every day, that we see in the grocery store ment, and he thinks they appreciated it, but the rally was and at the gas station, at school events and sporting certainly not something they expected. events, understood that their community is behind them,” The organizers were approached by some politicians he said. “It was not meant to be a political statement or who wanted to campaign at the rally or put up signs, but anything of that nature, just community members getting they were asked to not turn the event into something po- together to thank the (law enforcement officers).” litical. Organizers might consider another rally down the This rally was not in response to the Black Lives Matter road to show continued support for officers if they feel it’s Rally earlier in the summer. Gracey and his wife attended needed. The Hendricks County Honor Guard presented the colors at the Aug. in support of that event and said they were interested to “I think they need to know that we appreciate what 22 Back the Blue event in Brownsburg. (Photos by Rick Myers) hear what the participants had to say. they do,” he said. August 28, 2020 6 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com COVER STORY As Lucas Oil Raceway marks 60 years of racing, these Hendricks County wives share their behind the scenes stories and bond By Stephanie Dolan The support goes beyond just the it,” said Tanya Hines who lives in Avon and is While many sporting events run track. married to Andrew Hines, Pro Stock Motor- without fans in the stands in 2020, this La- “Everybody’s busy, especially when you cycle racer for Vance & Hines Racing. “He’s bor Day weekend race fans and Hendricks have kids,” said Billie Brown who is married been racing and riding motorcycles since County residents will hear the familiar roar to Antron Brown, Top Fuel drag racer for Don long before I met him.” of the drag racers and motorcycles zooming Schumacher Racing in Brownsburg. He has The mother of three focuses on the down the track, and some will have a seat in won the 2012, 2015 and 2016 NHRA Top Fuel mood of the team because that affects her the stands to watch the DENSO Spark Plugs World Championships. husband’s safety and NHRA U.S. Nationals, part of Lucas Oil Race- With the accolades sometimes the race Getting to know way’s 60th year of events. come time on the DENSO Spark Plugs outcomes. “It’s that race that everyone loves to go to road. “They’re obviously Tanya Hines “Your husband is NHRA U.S. Nationals very competitive,” and everyone loves to be at and everyone When: Sept. 3-6 Town of residence: Avon wants to win it,” said Avon’s Amy Johnson, gone, and you’re home Hines said. “The Safety with the kids, and you Where: Lucas Oil Raceway, Safari, which is the Family: Husband, Andrew; three kids: wife of Top Fuel Dragster and Funny Car Ryon, 20; Declan, 10 and Genevieve, 3 driver Tommy Johnson Jr., who goes by TJ. don’t have time for 10267 U.S. 136, Indianapolis team of folks prep- Behind the scenes is a little-told story very much socializa- Tickets: nhra.com/schedule/2020 ping the track, don’t How do you give back to HC? We about a group of Hendricks County women tion,” said Brown whose just stay at the track in try to be very involved in the schools who have built a fierce friendship and sup- husband was named Indy. They travel with that our kids are in, always volunteer- port each other thanks to sharing a title: NHRA driver of the decade Dec. 31 and has the NHRA. They have the same team of safe- ing and helping out in the schools. wife of a drag racer. been racing since they became a couple in ty professionals. It’s very comforting know- Both Andrew and Eddie have visited The racers and their wives consider them- 1998. “With that comes a great common un- ing that the Safety Safari are there. They’re a schools on career days. selves as one big, chosen family. derstanding that should a race wife or family top notch group.” What is your favorite track mem- “It doesn’t matter what side of the ladder need anything, everyone is ready to jump in Unlike Hines, Krawiec “100%” worries ory? It would probably be this past you fall on, we build each other up,” said because everyone knows what it takes. There about her husband on his motorcycle, al- year at the finals. Andrew won the AnnaMarie Krawiec, a Danville resident mar- may be wives out there that I do not know, though it’s less of a concern than when he championship this past year. It should ried to Eddie Krawiec, a Pro Stock Motor- but if anything were to happen, I guarantee started. have been an easy win. A series of ex- cycle racer for Brownsburg-based Vance & those wives would jump in.” “What he has under him is powered by tremely unlikely events all had to fall Hines Racing. “If one is struggling with race Like those who have filled the historic stands himself and his team,” said Krawiec. “I worry into place at the end of the day, even day, we try pushing them. My husband, if he of Lucas Oil Raceway for six decades, the spous- more about riders in other lanes coming though he didn’t clinch it fairly easily. loses a round and his teammate is up, then es also send up prayers for safety in a sport across that line. I just want everybody to get It was a lot of pacing and fretting all he’s there cheering them on. We’re a big where danger is part of the excitement. from point A to point B safely.” day, and we got to celebrate at the family that helps each other out.” “I don’t worry about the safety portion of CONTINUED ON PAGE 7 end of the day.”

Getting to know Getting to know Billie Brown Amy Johnson Town of residence: Town of residence: Brownsburg Avon Family: Husband, Family members: Antron; three kids: Husband, Tommy; Arianna, 18; Anson, 16 son Logan, 19 and Adler, 12 How do you give How do you give back to Hendricks back to Hendricks County? TJ does vol- County? Our busi- unteer at some Riley ness is here. We go to events. He goes out to that and does stuff with the Getting to know AnnaMarie Krawiec school here. We live kids. There’s a Riley bowling tournament, and I go. Town of residence: Danville here. We go to the They also have an auction, and we go and bid and grocery stores here. help to raise money. Family: Husband, Eddie; two children, Kayden, 10 and Chase, 1 We dine out here. I’m kind of a homebody. We utilize What is your favorite track memory? I think my fa- everything that Hendricks County offers. vorite is just getting to meet the Make-A-Wish Foun- How do you give back to Hendricks County? By doing What is your favorite track memory? My husband dation families. My very first race I went to was in volunteer work and donating clothing to local shelters. has some pretty exciting wins that I got to watch on Vegas, and TJ granted a wish in Las Vegas. To see that What is your favorite track memory? That would be TV. I was able to be there when he received his first side of it and what it means to them, that would be at Old Bridge Township Raceway Park where I met my championship in Pomona, Calif. my favorite. husband. August 28, 2020 Hendricks County ICON 7 COVER STORY myhcicon.com

CONTINUED FROM PAGE 6 ON THE COVER: Hendricks County racing wives Amy Johnson (left), Annemarie Krawiec, Billie Brown and Safety off the track for drivers, crews and Tanya Hines, support each other on and off the track. spectators is of heightened importance this (Photo by Dave Gansert) year with COVID-19 precautions in place. Even with limited attendance, fans will still travel from all over the country to see the Disneyland,” Hines said. “All the ladies ran U.S. Nationals. a half marathon on Saturday morning, and For the fans, it’s more than about who then we all went to the Pomona Race Track crosses the finish line first. to see the men run the race.” “I think one of the unique experiences Amid the pandemic, the wives look for- they get at this race is that so many of the ward to seeing their husbands race in the professional drivers usually have open hous- U.S. Nationals to bring some sense of nor- es to allow people to come in and enjoy the malcy to 2020. shops and how they build their cars,” Brown “We’re thankful we still get to be on the said. “Usually, Northfield Drive is very, very track,” Brown said. “I know we have a maxi- busy.” mum amount of fans who can come to the It’s also about bringing families togeth- With the spotlight on their drag racing husbands at the DENSO Spark Plugs NHRA U.S. Nationals, these women track, but I encourage everyone to watch er, and that boosts the Hendricks County cheer them on from the sidelines but also have a tight bond on and off the track supporting careers, families it on TV ‘cause that economy along the way, filling hotels and and health. (Photo by Dave Gansert) supports us just restaurants with race teams and fans. as much.” “The thing that stands out most in my families,” said Johnson. “You can go to the taking safety precautions from temperature head is that so many racing teams and fami- pits and meet the drivers. There’s no other checks to sanitation stations. lies are here, and it’s so much of a family at- sport like that.” “Right now it doesn’t matter that CO- mosphere out at the track,” Hines said. “Even The U.S. Nationals is also a premier event VID(-19) is taking place,” Kraweic said. “It’s a the races for the kids, you get the sports- for Hendricks County race fans and draws big national event, and everybody wants men coming from all over the Midwest and scores of locals to the stands, Kraweic said. it. It’s really the Super Bowl of the NHRA.” the country. It definitely brings in lots of “It’s a great facility, always clean,” she said. The wives may be busy trackside and people that influence where they stay and “It just draws everybody from around the with their families, especially Labor where they eat.” country. People from overseas even come to Day weekend, but there are still din- TJ Johnson, who also works for Don race at this track.” ners out, backyard barbecues in and Schumacher Racing, drives the Riley Hospi- Cleanliness will be key this year as race- pushing each other to grow in areas tal for Children car. goers flock to Lucas Oil Raceway during the including fitness. “They have some of the Riley families coronavirus pandemic, but it’s not deter- “Billie recruited me several years ago, come out and let the kids see part of that. ring diehard fans or race families. With two along with a bunch of other racers’ wives It’s a really cool experience for them and the events already complete in 2020, LOR is and girlfriends, to run a half marathon at August 28, 2020 8 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com COMMUNITY Hendricks County public schools discuss COVID-19 protocols By Lindsay Doty positive for COVID-19. For privacy reasons, details of individuals who test posi- The common protocol includes communication via email tive for COVID-19 are not shared. During the first full week of in-person classes, Andrea Ver- or phone call. When a positive COVID-19 case is reported Each district has been working with their team to keep meulen got a call from Brownsburg High School notifying to the district by the health department, students and staff things transparent during an uncertain time. her that her son, a freshman, was exposed to COVID-19 on who share a building with the individual are contacted. “We have contact tracing teams in place in each school. the first day of school. Those who had close contact with the individual are con- Working with county health officials, we are able to deter- She was told a student in his class had tested positive for tacted in a separate set of communications via phone call or mine who has been a close contact to a confirmed positive the virus and anyone with close contact was asked to stay email with the next steps. case very quickly, usually in less than an hour,” said Sabrina home. “Close contact is defined as contact within six feet for 15 Kapp, Plainfield Community School Corporation director of “I was initially notified by phone, the assistant principal, minutes or more,” said Vicki Murphy, coordinator of commu- communications. “When we learn of a positive case within as I recall. Very soon after, there was a follow-up email with nications for BCSC. a school, we notify the staff and families of that school. Cur- additional information from the Hendrick’s County Health In the Avon Community School Corporation, a district of rently, close contacts are quarantined for 14 days from the Department,” said Vermeulen. around 10,000 students and the first to return to in-person onset of symptoms of the individual who has tested posi- “The information included the last date of exposure and instruction on July 29, the communication protocol has al- tive. when he could return to school. Within the next 24 hours, I ready been put to much use. “There is no magic threshold before we would transition received the first call from the ISDH (Indiana State Depart- As of the print time, the district has had at least one posi- a class, grade level or school to remote learning. Our deci- ment of Health) contact tracing people,” Vermeulen said. tive case reported at Pine Tree Elementary, Avon Intermedi- sions are made with guidance from health officials and will “Even though I knew it was inevitable that there would be ate School West, Avon Intermediate School East, and several depend on each scenario,” said Kapp. cases, it brought the reality home. It is, honestly, scary.” cases at Avon High School. All six Hendricks County public schools agreed to a set of She describes the communication as prompt, but she still “Families are notified via email or a phone call,” said ACSC guidelines with the health department for in-person classes, had questions that couldn’t be answered. spokesperson Stacey Moore. “The individual who tested including required masks for students and staff and en- “I didn’t ask many questions during the initial phone call positive may return to school upon the direction of county hanced cleaning procedures. because I knew they wouldn’t tell me much. I did ask how health officials. Contact the Hendricks County Health De- While many parents who chose to send students back to many kids were being sent home. He wouldn’t tell me, just partment with health-related questions.” in-person instruction knew these phone calls would come, that it was ‘not a short list,’ she said. Due to the new cases at the high school, ACSC leaders de- many hoped it would be further in the school year. Similar to all the public schools in Hendricks County re- cided to temporarily switch Avon High School to e-Learning The Indiana State Department of Health is working with turning to in-person instruction, the Brownsburg Commu- on Aug. 11. A notice was sent out to district families and local health departments to give districts help with contract nity School Corporation is following the guidance of the posted to the ACSC website. Avon High School is expected tracing but does not make information public due to pri- Hendricks County Health Department on how to respond to return to classes on Aug. 31. vacy issues. and inform families when a student or staff member tests

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David Rainbolt of Avon has and exceptional performers help- Sept. 28 at the 4-H Fairgrounds and Conference Cen- the coronavirus. been named to this list in the Tech ing to grow Indiana’s technology ter, 1900 E. Main St., Danville. “It is with a heavy heart and sadness that Professional Services Category. and tech-enabled companies. Attendees will elect directors to represent specific the board of directors has decided that the Rainbolt is the senior director The Class of 2020 was recognized geographic areas on the fair board. Directors will be 10th Annual Bow Wow Bash will unfortunate- of infrastructure and disaster during a virtual event Aug. 19. elected from the following townships and district for ly not go on as a live event, as we had hoped. a three-year term: Brown, Liberty, Lincoln and Mari- But instead, portions of the event will go on on townships and First Fair District that includes the virtually,” the team stated on the Misty Eyes townships of Eel River, Marion, Clay and Franklin. Facebook page. Hindu Service Society provides relief Hendricks County residents in these respective Organizers say things won’t be the same townships or district who are 18 or over and are as the live event that included pet adoptions, to county organizations interested in being nominated for these positions contests and games, but they are committed must submit their intentions in writing to the Hen- The Avon branch of the Hindu Plainfield asking how they could to making it as fun as possible. They are plan- dricks County 4-H and Agricultural Fair Associa- Service Society (HSS) recently serve in neighborhoods to meet ning a Bow Wow Bash Silent Auction online tion, 1900 E. Main St., P.O. Box 7, Danville, IN 46122 planned service activities while people’s needs. and a live Facebook Ball Drop in an effort to or emailed to [email protected] by 4 p.m. observing social distancing and They also gave a $555 dona- raise money for the rescue based in Avon. Sept. 11. The letter should specify the position re- other safety practices due to tion to the Boys and Girls Club The nonprofit is trying to raise $1 million quested for nomination. Questions can be directed COVID-19. Covid Relief Fund and 40 meals to complete its campus by adding three new to the association at (317) 718-6156. They reached out to Avon, to emergency room providers at buildings: Kitty City, Canine Country and an All county residents 18 and older are eligible to Brownsburg, Whitestown and IU Health West Hospital in Avon. education and training center. cast a ballot Sept. 28.

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ICONIC Athlete of the Week JACK OF ALL TRADES Plainfield senior a starter as both a receiver and linebacker

By Mike Beas other. Being a receiver helps more with being a linebacker, but they do feed off each other. The larger a high school’s enrollment, the less chance the football program will feature a player excelling on Q: As a senior, how concerned are you that the both sides of the line of scrimmage. COVID-19 pandemic might limit the number of At least, that’s usually the case. games you play this season? Nonetheless, Plainfield, which is classified as a 5A ball A: I’d be lying if I said I don’t think about not having a club, features one such throwback athlete in Jack Beebe, season, but once it’s go time, I’m just thinking about a 6 foot, 2 inch, 205-pound senior who is as important what I’m doing. for the Quakers as a deep-field threat on offense as he is a surefire tackler on defense. Q: You are one of four captains on this A receiver/linebacker, Beebe entered the season with year’s Plainfield squad, the others 42 receptions and 59 tackles, numbers he’s currently being classmates Aiden Moyers in the process of playing the sport at the next level (quarterback), Dylan Ponder whether it’s Division I, II, III or NAIA. (offensive lineman) and Hunter Wherever he goes, Beebe, who is being projected by Hrbek (defensive back). What most college recruiters as a linebacker, will take with is your method of leading, him an unparalleled work ethic on the field and off. He particularly when it comes maintains a 4.45 grade point average at Plainfield and is to the program’s younger looking to perhaps major in business management after players? graduation. A: It’s an honor to be Beebe will likely have to gain anywhere from 20 to 30 a captain and know pounds to play the position in college, but he’s enjoying that your teammates helping the Quakers as a two-way player for as long as respect you. I’m not a possible. In the team’s season-opening loss to defending vocal leader, but I’m 6A state champion Carmel, Beebe was credited with six trying to grow into tackles, six catches and even four rushing attempts. that role. I think I’m a “I definitely think Jack is a kid whose worth to the pretty outgoing guy, program is on the field,” said 15th-year Quakers head but when it’s game coach Brian Woodard. “Jack is not a rah-rah guy. He’s time, I just focus on most comfortable leading on the field.” doing my job. Beebe recently did a Q&A with ICON:

Q: It’s unusual for a Class 5A program like Plainfield to have a player who starts on both offense and defense. How do you like shouldering so much responsibility in practices and games? Plainfield senior Jack Beebe sits in A: It’s cool playing both ways. I love being on the the rare position to play offense field and being involved. Whatever it takes. I like and defense for the Quakers. both positions, and I definitely feel they help each (Photo by Eric Pritchett)

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FRANCISCAN PHYSICIAN NETWORK SPECIALISTS for a makeover and pickleball WELCOMING NEW PATIENTS By Lindsay Doty Stephens Park, the small, often forgot- ten playground that sits off William Drive in Brownsburg, is being prepped for construction this week. It’s getting a big makeover that should draw visitors. The Brownsburg Town Council awarded MacDougall Pierce Construction a $912,555 contract to overhaul the space. The project was named as a top priority back in 2012 in Construction crews prep Stephens Park in the Brownsburg Strategic Master Plan. Brownsburg for an overhaul that will include an “We’re glad to finally get construction un- updated playground and pickleball courts. (Photo by PHIL A. TIMOTHY J. derway to maximize the space in this neigh- Lindsay Doty) BLANEY, MD SHOEMAKER, MD borhood park to address some of the outdoor play features and a loop path around the Sports Medicine Diabetes & Endocrinology recreation priorities that were identified by multi-use open space that currently exists. Specialists Specialists the community during our master planning Brownsburg is known for some of the process,” said Mary Louise Bewley, Browns- Schedule today Schedule today best parks in Hendricks County, including burg community engagement manager. (317) 781-1133 (317) 865-5904 nearby Williams Park that boasts the Water- The 3.3 acre pocket park will get an up- mill Splash Pad, along with a large play- dated playground for all abilities, parking, a ground and trails. Project leaders say the shelter house, restrooms, upgraded lighting idea is not to compete with Willams but to and landscaping, an outdoor fitness area give Stephens Park its own identity in the and pickleball courts. local park scene. “Our growing group of pickleball enthu- “The enhanced features and amenities siasts in the community will appreciate the will make Stephens Park a destination in its six courts dedicated solely to the sport,” said own right,” Bewley said. FranciscanDocs.org 315 Dan Jones Road • Plainfield, Indiana Bewley. The project is expected to be mostly com- Stephens Park will also incorporate nature plete by early spring. WE’VE MOVED! SAME GREAT SERVICE • Business Cards • Letterhead & Envelopes • Business Forms & Invoices SYCAMORE • Brochures & Invitations • Newsletters & Booklets PRINTING • Large Format ~ • Graphic Design Business Solutions • Content Writing has moved to the Annex on the main • Mailing Services & MORE! campus of our parent organization, SycamorePrinting.net Sycamore Services, Inc. 317-271-7700 / 317-745-5456 934 Sycamore Lane [email protected] Danville, Indiana 46122 Hours: M-F, 8:30am - 5pm August 28, 2020 Hendricks County ICON 15 myhcicon.com August 28, 2020 16 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com COMMUNITY Plainfield’s Gathering Together will host eighth annual garden event By Lindsay Doty evening out in the midst of all this sad- enjoying good conversation with good friends,” said ness and isolation,” said Rita Fiorentino, Kurkowsky. Our In times of stress everyone can use a The Gathering Together executive di- The Coachman Restaurant in Plainfield will provide break, even for just a few hours. rector and founder. the prime rib and mashed potatoes. There will also That’s the idea behind The Gather- “I just want to have a nice place for be a dessert auction with everything from pineapple ing in the Garden event slated for Aug. ICONic people in the midst of all the crazy,” upsidedown cake to caramel corn cake. 29 in Plainfield. she said. To take COVID-19 precautions at the event, orga- The outdoor wine and beer tasting This is the eighth year for the event. nizers will have a variety of masks available and in- will include a prime rib dinner and live community For some who have stayed at The creased social distancing. entertainment. Gathering Together house, being back It benefits The Gathering Place in at the garden brings comfort. Plainfield, a nonprofit that provides “During the sad time when my sister a nurturing home for terminally-ill Gathering in the Garden was dying at The Gathering Together, guests and their families during their Where: The Gathering Together, We love our Hendricks County the garden was a comfortable place to final days, free of charge. 147 N. Center St., Plainfield wander. Now, at this event when I come communities. If you have The money raised will go toward op- When: 6-9 p.m. Aug. 29 and sit in the garden, it is a happy way to be close to something you believe we should erations and maintaining the home. Cost: $50 my sister,” said Laura Kurkowsky, who has attended “The event is not about making money, but in- For reservations go to thegatheringtogether.org know about, please send to Gathering in the Garden since its inception in 2012. stead is about providing a safe venue to enjoy an or contact Rita Fiorentino at (317) 797-2795. [email protected]. “I like seeing how much it has grown while

Sales for kid’s masks soar in Hendricks County with students back to the classroom By Lindsay Doty and screen printing for team uniforms and schools were reluctant to restock the masks, thinking they On the 2020 back-to-school list next to the pre- sold most of them during the early days of the sharpened pencils and odorless dry erase mark- pandemic, but they say the demand is higher than ers was a newcomer: kids masks. The need for the ever with local students returning to class. required face coverings for students attending in “We are happy to get business. It’s getting some person continues as parents see the need to have foot traffic, and we are thankful for that after all we enough to cycle them through wearing and the have been through,” said Walters who has two sons washing machine. who attend Avon Community School Corporation. Parents and students are rushing to make sure “My oldest son is a senior. It’s such an important they have enough protective gear for the daily year. He wasn’t thrilled about the mask but made mask requirement while sellers are trying to keep sure it matched his outfit.” up with demand. From larger online retailers to Etsy types, the “We can’t keep them in stock. We run out every search for the right mask is in full swing. day. People keep coming in and asking if we have Arianna Brown, who learned to sew from her them,” said Nick Walters, manager at Team Sports mom, has been taking custom kid mask orders. in Brownsburg, his family’s business. “Last week we She sells her masks at Michelle’s Boutique in got so many calls for them. They sold out the day Brownsburg and takes orders through her Insta- we got a new shipment in.” gram @Arianna.Celeste. Managers of the shop that does embroidery “The last few weeks have had the most back to

Roman Numerals The latest trend in local stores and boutiques are masks like these sold at Team Sports in Brownsburg with logos like the The amount of money Brentwood Elementary in Plainfield received Brownsburg Bulldog or cute designs to match outfits. Local retailers have seen an uptick in sales since students headed back from the American Heart Association in a grant for wellness enhance- to the classroom. (Photo provided by Team Sports) ments at the school. $2,036 The national nonprofit focused on heart and brain health recently school requests. Kids are requesting mostly sports- “I’ve been making the masks and saving the awarded grants ranging from $1,025 to $3,500 to three Indiana elementary schools to implement health themed masks with school colors, along with a ton profits for college his fall,” said the Brownsburg and wellness activities, helping educators make whole-body wellness a priority. Grant recipients can cre- of princess and Minecraft prints,” said Brown, 18, High School graduate. “It has really helped me out ate wellness activities that require physical activity equipment, CPR training resources, water bottle fill- who started sewing and selling the masks as a side because my summer jobs were no longer due to ing stations and educator training opportunities on their campuses. hustle during the pandemic. COVID-19.” Our support of community is paramount to who we are. Thank you for 40 years! Hendricks County’s Insurance Agency 7378 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 100 • AVON, IN 46123 • (317) 272-1010 • FAX (317) 272-8085 • Email: [email protected] Ralph Mantooth Wade Mantooth August 28, 2020 Hendricks County ICON 17 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com Plainfield’s Gathering Together will host eighth annual garden event enjoying good conversation with good friends,” said Kurkowsky. The Coachman Restaurant in Plainfield will provide the prime rib and mashed potatoes. There will also be a dessert auction with everything from pineapple upsidedown cake to caramel corn cake. To take COVID-19 precautions at the event, organizers will have a variety of masks available and in- creased social distancing.

Gathering in the Garden Where: The Gathering Together, 147 N. Center St., Plainfield Young performers wearing masks get singing tips from musical director Allison Barker at The Biz Academy of When: 6-9 p.m. Aug. 29 Musical Theatre in Avon at a recent summer camp. (Photo provided by Jan Van Paris) Cost: $50 For reservations go to thegatheringtogether.org or contact Rita Fiorentino at (317) 797-2795. Curtrain Call: Avon’s Biz Academy of Musical Theatre returns to the stage Sales for kid’s masks soar in Hendricks County with students back to the classroom By Lindsay Doty Little kids with big voices are back to A Year with Frog and Toad singing, dancing and learning their stage KIDS skills at the Biz Academy of Musical Theatre Where: Washington Township Park am- in Avon. phitheater, 115 McClain Place, Avon. The family-owned drama school for 7 p.m. Sept. 18., 1 p.m. Sept. 19-20 Plainfield Police Department K-9 officer Chris Johnson gets a kiss from Colt while he young performers is holding fall classes with Cost: Adults $12, seniors $10, ages 17 shows him off to onlookers last summer. (Photo by Rick Myers) required masks and temperature checks. and under $8 and 4 and under, free. “You can sing with a mask on,” said Jan Van Paris, who co-owns the school with Plainfield K-9 officer her husband, Jeff Van Paris. She says seeing enrollment. the young faces return to the academy has Van Paris says she sanitizes the class- Colt loses battle been heartwarming. rooms every day and night, and they are “The Biz is a niche for a lot of these kids,” taking precautions to stay safe. with terminal illness she said. “They are not necessarily kids who The drama school is gearing up for its first play sports, so this is their place. We are ex- public stage show since the pandemic. By Lindsay Doty cited to see some normalcy get back into “A Year with Frog and Toad Kids” will be Plainfield police officers are mourning the loss of police dog K-9 Colt. their lives.” performed outdoors Sept. 18-20 at Wash- The 4-year-old brown Labrador retriever died on Aug. 24 due to com- Since Indiana’s reopening began amid ington Township Park by the young student plications from an extended terminal illness, according to Plainfield po- COVID-19, the academy has held summer performers ages 6-11 who were previously- lice. camps and is currently enrolling fall classes cast in the spring. K-9 Colt started his service for the town of Plainfield in 2017 and (many began Aug. 10), ranging from basic “We will be making a mask to match their worked alongside Plainfield officer Chris Johnson, his partner and han- acting to intermediate tap dance. costumes,” said Van Paris. dler. He was an explosive detection dog. “There are some (families) who are hesi- The Biz family is looking forward to see- “Colt was a great contributor to the safety of our community, schools tant to come back. Some are really excited. ing the young talents back on the stage. and our officers. PPD and the community of Plainfield thank him for his We are not at full right now. We are about “To me, it’s a show of overcoming what faithful service; we will never forget him,” was posted to the department’s three-quarters capacity,” she said. we have to do, not preventing us from do- The latest trend in local stores and boutiques are masks like these sold at Team Sports in Brownsburg with logos like the Facebook page next to the hashtag #k9colt #neverforget. Classes will be conducted based on ing what we love to do,” Van Paris said. Brownsburg Bulldog or cute designs to match outfits. Local retailers have seen an uptick in sales since students headed back To sign up for classes or to the classroom. (Photo provided by Team Sports) During his time with the department, Colt assisted the Secret Service when Vice President Mike Pence visited Plainfield and helped make ven- learn more about the academy go to thebiz-academy. “I’ve been making the masks and saving the ues safe, including Plainfield High School graduations, a Big Ten Champi- onship game and two Indy 500 races, said Deputy Joe ALdridge. He also com. Fall sessions run until profits for college his fall,” said the Brownsburg November and December High School graduate. “It has really helped me out helped with regular morning arrival for local school students and count- less community events. and range from $146 to because my summer jobs were no longer due to $292. COVID-19.” Officers said he loved to socialize and will be greatly missed. Our support of community is paramount to who we are. Thank you for 40 years! Hendricks County’s Insurance Agency 7378 BUSINESS CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 100 • AVON, IN 46123 • (317) 272-1010 • FAX (317) 272-8085 • Email: [email protected] Ralph Mantooth Wade Mantooth August 28, 2020 18 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com August 28, 2020 Hendricks County ICON 19 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com

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Brownsburg’s John Michael Stafford uses theological knowledge, military background to write Christian books

By Stephanie Dolan Writers have a special ability to tap into readers’ imagina- tions and transport them to another time or place. Browns- burg’s John Michael Stafford acts as one of these literary travel agents. Having previously published a thriller, “Between the Walls of Time,” Stafford, who goes by Michael, has recently released a new book, “Oblivion’s Reach,” part of a Christian fiction three-book series. Co-authored with Don Gladden, the book has turned out to be the beginning of a trilogy that has become a kind of prequel to the famous 1990s “Left Behind” series. The partnership started at a 50th class reunion for Wash- ington University in St. Louis where Stafford played basketball and football. “A couple of months later he called and said he had a small book he’d like me to look at,” Stafford said. “It was ter- rible, but he’s a beautiful guy. I called him and said I would not rewrite his book, that I wasn’t interested in Christian fiction.” It turned out Stafford ultimately couldn’t say no to the challenge, flushing out the main characters and creating new ones, landing on his fourth and fifth drafts by last Sep- tember. “I’d built the main character’s identity,” he said. “I built out how people lose their faith, how many of us agonize over that loss of faith and maybe some of us get it back and some don’t.” He also broadened Gladden’s ideas about angels living among people on Earth.” Author John Michael Stafford of Brownsburg co-wrote a Christian fiction novel, the first of a trilogy, with college classmate Don Gladden. The book “Oblivion’s Reach” is an expanded version of a book called “Oblivion’s Reach” is available on his website. Wider distribution is planned for bookstores. (Photos by Eric Pritchett) “Jones’ Corner,” written a decade ago. The readers who saw it enjoyed the book, but Gladden’s first work didn’t get trac- the work he does today. “He’s a very talented writer,” Koechel said. “I think the tion for widespread distribution or recognition. “I got to see all kinds of people,” he said. “Ernest Heming- story, ‘Oblivion’s Reach,’ is extremely interesting. We’re im- “I always thought there was more to the story than what I way said write what you know. He knew women, war and pressed with the work and expect him to do great things.” had,” Gladden said. “When I ran across Mike again, I was just fishing. That’s what he wrote about. What does Michael Staf- Koechel and Peterson have published in the Christian getting ready to rewrite ‘Jones’ Corner.’” ford know? I know war.” book industry for more than 30 years, Peterson said. Other The partnership with Stafford turned into a successful col- After getting discharged from the Army, Stafford worked titles include “The Late, Great Planet Earth” and four-color laboration. as an investment banker for 20 years and also installed bas- Bibles. “We both did the rewrite,” he said. “He had some ideas, ketball goals and owned a party rental business. “Michael Stafford’s book is the most unique viewpoint as and I had some ideas, and we would bounce them off of Meanwhile he never gave up wanting to be an author. it relates to the study of end times,” Peterson said. “’Oblivi- each other. We both added to the story.” Stafford recommends everyone should continue to make on’s Reach’ really delves into the realm of the fallen angels They didn’t intend for the book to come out as a prequel contacts and learn new information. After all, it took him and the war that they’ve not only made against God but to the “Left Behind” series. seven years to find a publisher for his first book, “Between against God’s creation, man. That’s what makes it so unique. “After other people looked at it and evaluated it, we saw the Walls of Time,” before landing Koechel Peterson Associ- He talks about the angels and their game plan.” that it was the perfect set up to the ‘Left Behind’ series,” ates in Minneapolis as an agent. That house also published Stafford’s extraordinary grasp of theology makes the Stafford said. the works of Billy Graham, Joyce Meyers, Max Lucado and book unique, Peterson said. Stafford was drafted into the Vietnam War in 1969 and be- Jerry Jenkins who wrote the “Left Behind” series. “It’s not just another ‘Left Behind’-type book,” he said. came a U.S. Army Ranger. His combat experience lent a true “Do something you like. If you don’t like it, make a “It has a uniqueness and merit of its own that if it finds its sense of reality to the story, Gladden said. change,” Stafford said. “The most satisfying thing that hap- audience will do as well as ‘Left Behind’ because of the time “I didn’t serve at that time and didn’t have that under pened to me in my lifetime was becoming successful at we’re living in.” my belt, so to speak,” Gladden said. “His background really something I love to do and have a talent for.” A grasp of the material is important, but that only means brought a lot to the story.” His agents David Koechel and John Peterson believe in What Stafford learned in combat has been priceless for Stafford’s talent. CONTINUED ON PAGE 21 August 28, 2020 Hendricks County ICON 21 COMMUNITY myhcicon.com

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EDITORIAL THUMBS UP Screen shots THUMBS DOWN By Dick Wolfsie Sheet music Back the Blue The Sybaris hotel is a place for lovers, When I announced my retirement from Plainfield graduate Brad Wright complete with hot tubs, mirrors and some worked as the chief mechanic on all the way television this past month, WISH-TV asked contraptions I don’t know the names of. me to send them some tapes of my favorite 2020 Indy 500 winner Takuma Sato’s car. He When I interviewed the owner in one of the works for Brownsburg-based Rahal The mid-August Back the Blue shows for my send-off that aired Aug. 3. I rooms, behind us in bed were friends I had Letterman Lanigan Racing. rallies on the Danville Square at didn’t have very many. Oh, I had favorites in asked to be part of the stunt. There was no Brownsburg Town Hall reassert the my head, I just didn’t have the tapes. hanky-panky going on, but they kept peek- importance of supporting our law Back in the ’80s and ’90s, ing out from under the Mission Foods is moving some enforcement officers. Every day they I had to remember to set covers. Well, the next day, operations to Plainfield and creating serve and protect residents, and often my VCR each morning, and scores of people told me up to 544 new jobs. they are put in danger while doing so. quite frankly I had never Back in the ’80s and that I had inadvertently It takes special residents to step out quite mastered that skill. ’90s, I had to remem- gone into an occupied of their comfort zone to organize a But there is a tape running room. Seriously? Brownsburg Fire Territory firefighter public support rally. in my head and unless I ber to set my VCR Bruised ego Kevin Byron appeared on “Jimmy Hendricks County residents have accidentally erase it, I still each morning, and “Oh, young man, trust Kimmel Live” Aug. 12. Byron fought done a phenomenal job of showing have some great memo- me, you really don’t want COVID-19 and was near death and has since support throughout the pandemic, ries. So, I’ll hit the replay quite frankly I had to wake up my husband.” returned to work. button. as first responders have had an extra never quite mastered That’s what Dick the obstacle in their way of protecting the Tall in the saddle Bruiser’s wife said to me community. At Hoosier Park in An- that skill. But there when I knocked on their Danville and Avon chambers of Maybe you’re staying at home or derson many years ago, door at 5:30 a.m. al- commerce supported the Plainfield had to attend a soccer game or went I asked a jockey to stand is a tape running in most 25 years ago. Thirty Chamber of Commerce at their golf outing. through the Tox Drop instead of at- on a chair and allow me my head and unless I minutes later, Bruiser tending the rally, but we can all sup- to interview him as “Otto, appeared armed with a port our officers and first responders. the world’s tallest jockey.” accidentally erase it, The Plainfield Police Department is baseball bat. After I deliv- participating in the Drive Sober or Thank an officer in the hallway at The camera only revealed ered a few forearm slams school or on the street. us above the waist. The I still have some Get Pulled Over campaign through Sept. 7. to his massive body, he Officers will be observing operators for Take a basket of snacks to a fire- jockey played it totally great memories. put me in a headlock and house or police station to show sup- straight, even lamenting impaired driving. The project is supported slammed my noggin into with funds from the National Highway port. his poor basketball skills in the Weber grill. Then he Pray for the safety of public officials. high school. Traffic Safety Administration, distributed by picked me up and threw the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute. The photographer never revealed the me in their swimming pool. Prearranged? chair because it was so obviously a gag. Naturally. But, the next day my aching body We need to continue Turns out the horse’s owner was watch- didn’t know the difference. Oy, did it hurt. ing and had never met Otto — and had Funniest thing my wife ever said after a to support our law never seen me on TV. She didn’t know I did QUOTE enforcement community show “shtick.” She called Hoosier Park in a panic, Almost 35 years ago, I did a segment in during this time of concerned that her horse would be carry- Columbus, Ohio, about couples who swing. “There’s nothing like uncertainty. ing a 6-foot 3-inch rider. How good an actor This wasn’t dancing. These were married was Otto? He ended up playing the jockey folks who switched partners. When I got deep breaths after in the movie “Secretariat.” home, my wife told me how impressed she These officers aren’t all on the pay- My best pun was with the guests. laughing that hard. roll. In fact, Brownsburg is recruit- In the early ’80s, I was hosting Good “You were impressed?” I asked, jaw drop- ing an additional officer to join its Morning, New York. I had the opportunity ping. Nothing in the world volunteer reserve team. You might to interview boxing champion Sugar Ray “Yes, we can’t even find a couple to go to see them at larger events when the Leonard. Because he was doing 7-Up com- the movies with.” coronavirus subsides, helping you mercials at the time, I asked him if he would like a sore stomach cross the street to a park or patrol the mind autographing a 2-liter bottle I picked parking lot while you have fun with up on the way to the studio. Dick Wolfsie lives in Indianapolis with for the right reasons.” “But, Dick,” he said, “this is regular 7-Up. I your family. his wife of 33 years. Dick is usually in the – Stephen Chbosky, “The Perks of Those on the payroll take pride in just do the Diet 7-Up commercials.” basement trying to think up something their work and appreciate the support “Okay, then, could you sign it “Sugar-Free funny to write. 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Guest columns: policy for guest columns is the same as the aforemen- It’s illegal to kill Bigfoot in Skamania County, Wash., our law enforcement community dur- tioned, but the allowable length is 240 words. Guest columns should address the where authorities passed a law in 1969 deeming the ing this time of uncertainty. whole of ICON’s readership, not simply special interest groups, and may not in any way “slaying of Bigfoot to be a felony and punishable Back the Blue, by all means, Back contain a commercial message. by 5 years in prison.” The law was later amended, the Blue. designating Bigfoot as an endangered species. August 28, 2020 Hendricks County ICON 25 PUZZLES myhcicon.com

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Exp: 9/15/20 Answers on Page 30 August 28, 2020 26 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com HEALTH The history of spicy TsT Construction and Roofing Tip of the Month foods and how culture By Tom S. Truesdale determines what we eat By Martha Rardin, RD, CD as the Columbian Exchange, this transfer of Gutters, an important part of your home. NUTRITION seeds and plants resulted in the Old World Recently an ICON having access to corn, tomatoes, potatoes reader gave me a call and asked why people Fall will be here before we know it, and in this case, chili peppers. living in tropical climates eat spicy foods. I beautiful leaves and cooler temperatures. Portuguese explorers also advanced the did a little research, and like most things in Cleaning the falling leaves from your migration of food products to Asia. It is life, the answer is complex and simple at the gutters is an annual and very important thought that ancient same time. maintenance activity. This month I have cultures used spices to Why do we willingly provided some general dialog regarding help control the bacte- ingest spicy foods that the proper maintenance and function for Wine, beer or milk rial content of meat make our mouths burn, the gutters on your home. items to get an antimi- slap the table (my hus- Obviously the most important gutter contain alcohol or crobial benefit. My re- band) and quickly wash maintenance item is simply keeping search also showed the it down with a drink? leaves and general debris from building greater reason people The simple answer is sugar and fat, and up inside the gutter itself. Always in tropical climates eat our culture. consider ladder safety when inspecting spicy foods is that the In cultures with these compounds and cleaning gutters. plants are native to Gutter guards are not always the answer heavy use of spices, their locations. Downspouts and underground drains can - Pros and Cons. young children are in- help dissolve You have probably also get clogged and must be kept clean troduced to the spices There are a large variety of gutter guards heard that if you eat and flowing properly. If downspouts early in life, and they the capsaicin on the market today and just as large something spicy you are connected to underground plastic become desensitized to a range in pricing. The type of gutter should drink milk or drainage tile, it is common for these the burning sensations. compounds. There guards should be carefully considered wine and not water to tiles to become clogged with roots from This adaption is also before installation. Depending on the relieve the burning sen- landscape plans and debris. A good possible for those born is a good reason we type of trees and leaf shed gutter guards sation. This is correct way to check is to simply use a hose, in a culture that did not can still become clogged creating the for the most part. Water run water into the gutter / downspout rely heavily on spices. enjoy a beer with hot same problems mentioned above. If a spreads the burn. Wine, and confirm that the water is flowing / The more we consume, gutter is extremely inaccessible, 2nd and beer or milk contain al- exiting through the system properly. the more we desensi- Mexican dishes! 3rd story, a guard is a wise investment. cohol or sugar and fat, tize our taste receptors Some common problems caused by and these compounds Generally periodic cleaning and and become used to gutters functioning improperly: help dissolve the cap- inspection by an able bodied person spicy foods. Common saicin compounds. • Water damage and rot at soffits, facia is the best solution and as mentioned foods that elicit this There is a good reason we enjoy a beer with board and exterior trim / siding. above, always use proper ladder safety. response are peppers, garlic, pepper, ginger hot Mexican dishes! and onions. • Ponding ground water from If you have questions as to if your gutters The capsaicin and piperine also can irri- The chemical compounds that produce uncontrolled roof run-off can drain into are functioning properly or if gutter tate our esophagus and cause acid reflux. As the burning sensation when we eat spicy basements and crawlspaces. Eventual guards are needed to protect your system we age, acid reflux is more common. While foods are piperine and capsaicin. The capsa- damage to foundations can also occur. contact a qualified local contractor for a you might have tolerated hot, spicy dishes icin in peppers ranges from extremely mild free inspection and recommendation. I as a young person, the ability to tolerate • Damage to the gutter itself from (bell peppers) to extremely hot (ghost pep- hope this months tips were helpful and spicy foods lowers with age. ponding water and freezing conditions, pers). Piperine is the chemical compound in have a great fall season, TsT. Our culture determines what foods we gutter replacement maybe required. different varieties of pepper. eat, how we prepare and season those Let’s go back even further to find out why foods. we eat spicy foods. While a simple answer, it is supported by Prior to worldwide immigration, the a fascinating combination of history, biol- cultures of Northern Europe consisted of ogy, chemistry and nutrition. 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Give chardonnay wines 5 Saturday EVENTScalendar Ant Picnic a second chance with 2 p.m. McCloud Nature Park, 8518 Hughes Road, North Salem. Celebrate the workers of the insect unoaked varieties August world just in time for Labor Day. Join naturalists looking for ant hills and other signs of ant activity. Set out By Luke Stephenson a picnic and see which foods the ants like best. Each WINE 28 Friday I’ve run into some people who say they’re “ABC participant will receive several bug-catching tools. Orienteering Workshop Recommended for ages 4-12; under 16 must have par- wine drinkers.” ABC, meaning, anything but chardonnay. 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. McCloud Nature Park, 8518 Hughes I personally used to share the sentiment when it came to these ent or guardian. One hour. $7/person. Must preregis- Road, North Salem. Learn the basics of using a com- ter at hendrickscountyparks.org. big brooding California-style chardonnays that are all oak and but- pass and map to follow an orienteering course Free. ter. The flavors could be good enough, but the texture was exhaust- Register at camptown.org/workshops. ing. However after being convinced that chardonnay simply wasn’t 5 Saturday the grape for me, I had a DB3 Basketball Skills Camp revelation: white burgundy. 29 Saturday 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Danville Athletic Club, 49 N. Wayne Burgundy is an outstand- Mini Bee Fest St., Danville. Hosted by Donny Brewer, background ing wine region in western 10 a.m.-4 p.m. McCloud Nature Park, 8518 Hughes experience with professional athletes. $85/person. France. As far as grapes go, Road, North Salem. Learn about wildflowers and Register at db3training.com/. it’s pretty straightforward, bees. Free. Must pre-register at signupgenius.com/ Reds are almost always go/5080a44a4a72fa1f94-mini. Tuesday 100% pinot noir, and whites 8 Bunny Yoga are typically 100% chardon- 29 Saturday 6 p.m. Pecar Park, 5203 E. CR 150 North, Avon. Come nay. This region is where Danville Community Awards join us for some yoga and bunny pets. $7.25/person. chardonnay comes from 6-11 p.m. Cartlidge Barn of Hendricks County, Hen- Register at wtp.recdesk.com/Community/Program/ and undoubtedly does it dricks County 4-H Fairgrounds, 1900 E. Main St., Dan- Detail?programId=576. best. ville. Boots ‘N Bling: It’s a Casual Thing. Lance Simon A cooler climate and and Main Street Band will perform. Tickets are $35 and very judicious use of oak, include dinner. Purchase at danvillechamber.org. 9 Wednesday in many cases no new oak, Tadpole Time: Water Wonders lead to a wine that is a very 10 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1-3 p.m. McCloud Nature Park, 8518 Saturday different style. Lighter and 29 Hughes Road, North Salem. Ongoing stations will of- Tox-Away Day crisper with bright acidity, fer naturalist-led activities to 1-2 families at a time out- 8 a.m.- 1 p.m. Brownsburg East Middle School, 1250 these wines are killer. Chardonnay ages in these barrels at the doors. Alternate self-guided activity and take-home Airport Road, Brownsburg. Call (317) 858-6070 or visit If you do like a bit of oak Giesen Winery in Marlborough, New craft. Ages 2-7 with parent or guardian; not a drop-off hendrickssolidwaste.com for acceptable items. go for something from Ma- Zealand. (Photo by Luke Stephenson) event. $3/child, adult free. 2-hour program. Advance connais, the southernmost area of Burgundy. If you hate that oak, registration at https://hcparks.recdesk.com/Commu- try a Chablis, the northernmost region. 29 Saturday nity/Program/Detail?programId=499. Burgundy is easy when it comes to grapes but is complicated Embracing Together Community Garage Sale when it comes to places. With burgundy it’s all about place. Many 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Embracing Abilities, 6748 E. U.S. 36, Avon. All 10 Thursday of the world’s most expensive wines are made here (we’re talking donations and proceeds from items sold with go toward Rock the Block $3,000 or more a bottle), but you can also pick up a beautiful St. Ve- supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental 7-9 p.m. The Arbuckle, 7249 Arbuckle Commons, ran (a village in Maconnais) for about $15. disabilities in Hendricks County. For more, email colettej@ Brownsburg. Performer is Emily Ann Thompson There are also plenty of New World, and specifically American, embracingabilities.com or call (317) 825-8326. (Duo). Live music, food trucks, beer/wine garden, yard winemakers making unoaked chardonnay that are great to look out games, free family fun. for. September Give chardonnay a second chance. It’s delicious, and there’s a rea- Thursday son that wine professionals look at it as the pinnacle of the world of Wednesday 10 2 Nerf at Pecar white wines. Guilford Township Board Meeting 6 p.m. Pecar Park, 5203 E. CR 150 North, Avon. Come Recommendations: 7 p.m. Guilford Township Community Center, 1500 S. to our newest park for an epic battle on the play- • Drouhin St. Veran, $16 Center St., Plainfield. Open to the public. Meeting no- ground. Bring your blasters, we will provide darts and • Mer Soleil Silver (unoaked California chardonnay), $17 tice and agenda posted at guilfordtownshp.com. For obstacles. Yu can bring red and blue shirts, but we will • Premier Cru Chablis (many producers) $40-70. This will show more information, contact 317-838-0564. what chardonnay can really do. have colored pennies to make teams. Register at wtp. recdesk.com. 4, 11 Fridays Critter Feeding Time Friday Luke Stephenson, a Danville native, is a Certified Specialist of Wine and has a Wine 11 a.m. Pecar Nature Center, 5203 E. CR 150 North, 11 Evenings in Ellis Concert & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) level 3. Luke has traveled extensively and lived Avon. Join the Pecar Park naturalist and help feed the 7 p.m. Ellis Park, 600 E. Main Street, Danville. Wanted: in Marlborough, New Zealand, for a year working in a winery and tasting room. nature center’s animals. Wear a face mask and gloves The Bon Jovi Tribute Band in concert. Currently Stephenson is the director of fine wine for Crown Liquors. if you want to touch or feed the animals. One hour. $1 fee. Pre-registration required at wtp.recdesk.com. August 28, 2020 Hendricks County ICON 29 NIGHT & DAY myhcicon.com FAITHONFOOD by Faith Toole

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Rob Laney, Avon smiling, even behind Where do you like to dine? My wife their masks. We also Katie and I love to eat at Perillo’s ate lunch here after Pizzeria in North Salem. we got engaged in 2017 and dinner What do you like there? We always soon after we found get a pepperoni pizza and take the out we were expecting our first born leftovers home to enjoy later. in 2019. Perillo’s for us comes with What do you like about this place? good food and sweet memories. Besides the delicious food, I like the Perillo’s Pizzeria atmosphere and the friendly staff 5 S. Broadway St., North Salem and fellow guests. People are always NOW HIRING WAREHOUSE TEAM WORKERS BEHIND BARS O’REILLY AUTO PARTS DISTRIBUTION CENTER 511 EASTPOINT CIRCLE, BROWNSBURG, IN 46112 Semi-Sweet Beasley’s Orchard Hard Cider 2304 E. Main St.,Danville Award- COMPETITIVE STARTING WAGE - TEAM MEMBER DISCOUNTS winning FULL-TIME TEAM MEMBER BENEFITS INCLUDING: apple cider Faith Toole is our Hendricks County fermented foodie. She can be reached at 401K & EMPLOYEE STOCK PURCHASE PLANS with hard back [email protected]. Follow addition of on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter fresh pressed @FAITHonFOOD #FAITHonFOOD. TEXT ‘WORK’ to 64078 cider. (317) 456-5977 August 28, 2020 30 Hendricks County ICON myhcicon.com SACRED SPACE Brush off spiritual cobwebs from your faith to find renewed life

By Pastor forming are clouding up their faith. They are DEVOTIONAL Alex Hershey no longer living a meaningful life. They are ignoring the transforming power of Jesus. My favorite statue of Jesus shows his As I stood by the statue. I brushed the hands stretched out, welcoming all who cobwebs off with my hands and remem- come to him. It is a beautiful depiction of bered the words in Philippians 1:6: “Being Enroll in Operation Round-Up for a who God is. I have grown up visiting the re- confident of this, that he who began a good treat center where the statue is located, and work in you will carry it on to completion it has become holy ground to me. until the day of Christ Jesus.” Since I was a kid, I have always walked You may feel stuck. You past this Jesus statue and FREE SMART PLUG may feel weary. But God is given him a high five on my not finished with you. He way to look at the lake. As I People are hurting and filled has not come to completion walked by the Jesus statue with sorrowand are not with your life yet. God is on a visit this week, I no- realizing the cobwebs that ready to bring transforma- ticed cobwebs were stuck tion in your life, even during to his hands. It instantly are forming are clouding What is Operation Round-Up? a pandemic. brought tears to my eyes. up their faith. It’s time to brush the cob- Operation Round-Up is a voluntary fundraising program You see, this is a retreat webs off. center that had to close that allows members to “round up” their bill to the nearest Lord, we pray for our cobwebs to be down because of the pandemic. It is a place brushed away and become alive again be- dollar amount. The spare change (never more than 99 where high school kids usually gather and cause you say you are not finished with us cents) is used to benefit the community. Funds collected hear about Jesus. Many lives are trans- yet. We know you want to transform us into formed every week throughout the sum- are donated to local charities and non profits in the who you have called us to become. “Cre- mer. Standing here at the end of this sum- ate in me a clean heart, O God. And renew Hendricks Power service area. mer, it was heartbreaking to see this Savior a right spirit within me. Cast me not away statue standing silent, collecting cobwebs. from your presence and take not your Holy My heart aches. Spirit from me. Restore unto me the joy of I feel we are in a wave of this pandemic What is a Smart Plug? your salvation, and uphold me with your where people are beginning to let cobwebs spirit.” (Psalm 51:10-12) A Smart Plug connects to your wifi and allows you to have rest upon their faith journeys. Amen better control of your energy usage. By downloading the When life starts to feel stressful, it’s easy to find numbing distractions to make our- app to your smartphone, you can also use it to: selves forget the difficulties we have to face. We think we are so stuck that nothing can Alex Hershey is the pastor of The Branches Control your devices with Alexa and Google Home help. So we scroll mindlessly on our phones Church in Plainfield. Contact him at alex. or shop online or eat or drink too much or [email protected] or Twitter @alexhershey. Set schedules and timers remotely watch hours of bad TV. People are hurting and filled with sorrow Use your smartphone as a remote and are not realizing the cobwebs that are Increase your home’s efficiency Puzzles & Answers ON PAGE 25

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