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contents7 Publishers Welcome
8 Patricks Kitchen & Drinks | Brent Bordeaux
13 My Introduction to Fox Hunting & Tom Santelli | Neil
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16 Dealing With Dyslexia18 Zionsvilles Pair of Purdue Petes
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22 Lemonade Stand Entrepreneurs | Jami Marsh
27 Home Town Hoopster Brad Stevens Talks About Growing Up in
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32 Meet Cynthia Young, New Executive Director of Sullivan Munce
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34 Event Calendar36 Girls About Town: Cobblestone Grill |
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40 A Fresh Voice on Capitol Hill | Ann Craig-Cinnamon
44 Zionsville Goes to War: American Legion Riders | Ray
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Patricks Kitchen & Drinks
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A Saturday night, Patricks Kitchen and Drinks, Zionsville. You
walk in: the soft wood atmosphere is cozy yet open, both welcoming
and relaxing; the bar is lively, full, yet with old-friend
familiarity; the wall sconces snap a crystal glint from a pair of
crisply-chilled Martinis drifting by on a tray; guests at
window-side tables look out onto the yesteryear brick charm of Main
Street but also onto Patricks front terrace, waiting with its
planters and picket fencing, seemingly poised in spring thought,
dining al fresco, a lingering bottle of wine under warm evening
stars. Until winter leaves us, however, the fireplace in the dining
room will have to flicker its own ambient dining magic, and it
surely does. Youre at once glad to be here, and yet somehow already
wanting to come back.
(L-R) Chef Roger Duran, Co-Owners Patrick Mullen and Beth
Dickerson
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The impression is of being in good, capable hands; a place well
thought through, each point of detail brought forth simply from the
giving desire of doing so. But when talking with Patrick Mullen and
his wife, Beth Dickerson, co-owners of Patricks Kitchen, a deeper
story comes into focus: Oh the love of what we do, says Beth, is
still here and has been from the beginning. We couldnt continue the
effort otherwise. And were finally becoming what weve dreamed of
being. But what youre experiencing today is truly here by the
generosity and faith in us from our guests, the Zionsville
community itself.
Patricks Kitchens first incarnation in Zionsvilles Boone Village
Shopping Center, June of 2007, opened to glowing reviews and a
groundswell of business. But the ensuing nationwide recession began
to take its toll. Patrick and Beth reflect. The initial buildout
took far longer than expected. Sales needed to be higher right off
the bat for us to survive. Then the economy tanked. Friends sensed
our struggle. Out of nowhere, a regular suggested purchasing a
hefty gift card from us. Then another offered. And another. They
trusted in what we were trying to do; they wanted us to pull
through. It was deeply touching.
Fall of 2011, Patricks Kitchen faced a looming crossroads: sign
another 5-year lease or vacate. We wanted to stay in Zionsville
home our entire married life but we couldnt stay where we were. We
were paying for more space than we needed. Wed built a good
reputation, but we needed better exposure, more curb appeal. Beth
adds, But we also had to find a space that was restaurant-operation
ready. We couldnt afford either a rebuild or the down time. And
time was running out.
We looked and looked; we were very down. And then a regular of
ours, a realtor, suggested the front space of the Brick Street Inn
on Main. We couldnt believe it. It was ideal. With just days before
the old lease expired, the new deal was signed. But how do you move
an entire restaurant every cooler, keg, oven, table, chair,
stockpot in just three days? That was the true miracle, says
Patrick. Our loyal staff, friends and regulars came out,
volunteering their time, trucks, and hands. Both ends of the move.
Electrical work, plumbing, everything. The community helped us
reopen.
A smaller dining area meant the occasional wait for a table,
but regulars adored the new intimacy; winter gave way to spring,
and business was thriving. Then late one night last June, a fire
broke out outside the Brick Street Inn. Luckily, the majority of
damage came from smoke, but Patricks Kitchen was not able to reopen
again until mid October. Looking back, though, says Patrick, that
reopening marked a true new phase for us. Thats when Roger
came.
Chef Roger Durans list of culinary accolades, awards, and
appointments is long: he is a graduate of the Culinary Institute of
America (Hyde Park, New York) and is currently vice president of
the American Culinary Federation, Indianapolis Chapter. His global
travels bring ethno-
cultural as well as classical cooking and spicing techniques to
contemporary fusion cuisine. Patricks Kitchens time-honored slogan
is comfort food with a twist, and time-honored Patricks Kitchen
favorites such as the pulled pork (home smoked!), nachos, and the
spinach-artichoke torta, remain; but Chef Duran brings the
twist.
Lets face it, he says, who goes up into the Andes Mountains to
learn from a century-old woman traditional preparations of Peruvian
pork? To wit, Durans spin on the classic Osso Bucco has already
generated a local following a must try. His menu is seasonally
driven, with many items changing monthly more food fun for us. Hes
even willing to improvise, within reason. If you dont see it, Ill
make it! Well!
Give our guests what they want, how they want it, says Beth,
with an accommodating range of price points. A BLT with a
top-flight Cabernet? No problem. The best rib-eye in town and a
glass of house Merlot? Fine. Youll find no pretention here. Her
wine list is trim yet versatile, with gems, many by the glass,
youll likely not find nearby. The Valley of the Moon Pinot Blanc,
with peach undertones and bright minerality, is one such find.
Paired with Durans take on Chilean sea bass, simply sublime.
From the beginning, Patricks Kitchen has also been synonymous
with good beer culture. I caught up with Patrick at the recent
Noble of Indiana fund-raising event, where Patricks Kitchen was
volunteering time and home-cooked food. A good beer culture, he
says, means offering outstanding craft brews and serving them
correctly. This means using correct vessels, a calibrated nitrogen
blender and glycol chiller, so that optimum freshness to your glass
is ensured. With so many brewers these days, its easy
Oh the love of what we do, says Beth, is still here and has been
from the beginning. We couldnt continue the effort otherwise.
And were finally becoming what weve dreamed of being. But what
youre experi-encing today is truly here by the generosity and faith
in us from our guests, the Zions-
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to have a big selection. Ah, but is it a good one? We listen to
our customers and suppliers. We find the rarer, exceptional
products people want. Still, Patricks Kitchen has perhaps the
highest ratio of taps to seats around. Thats why we come, say
locals Candy and Mark Riggins, back at Patricks Kitchen. Small-town
hospitality, the incredible selection of craft beers, and fantastic
menu items to match. This night they paired Flat 12s Pogues Run
Porter, rich in dark coffee notes, with the hedonic Chocolate
Volcano. Zow!
Patricks Kitchen is ready for spring, with live music Wednesdays
on the terrace, Mothers Day Brunch, monthly wine-tasting dinners,
and much more. Watch for the MK Ultra and Zippy the Pink
Martinis.
Patricks Kitchen also caters private events such as showers,
graduations, and rehearsal dinners in the rustic banquet rooms at
the Brick Street Inn. Hurry, though, as popular slots fill
quickly.
We try continually to give back, any way we can, says Beth, to
this community whos given so much of themselves to us. It shows in
everything Patricks Kitchen does.
Visit Patrickskitchen.com for more information, and follow them
on Facebook and Twitter.
Patricks Kitchen& Drinks Co-Owner,
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| Neil Lucas
I recently had the distinct pleasure of meeting Tom Santelli,
president of the Traders Point Hunt Club. My introduction to Tom
came through a mutual friend, local Zionsville artist Freddie
Kelvin. I mentioned to Freddie that a goal of this magazine is to
include stories that re ect all the varied interests in the
Zionsville community. It also seemed fairly obvious that the equine
community is a big part of the Zionsville community. I admitted to
Freddie that, despite growing up on a farm, I knew next to nothing
about horses.
After a series of emails and a phone call, and without having
met personally, Tom graciously invited my wife and me to an annual
event at the Traders Point Hunt Club. This black tie soiree was
known as the Croppers Party. Without hesitation, I told Tom that my
wife and I would love to attend the Croppers Party, although
neither of us had any idea what a cropper was or, for that matter,
what the Traders Point Hunt Club was really about.
After some cursory internet research I learned, to my great
surprise, that the Traders Point Hunt Club is essentially a club
which organizes fox hunts. Being dedicated Downton Abbey watchers,
my wife and I could only imagine that Tom must surely be the
modern-day version of Lord Grantham.
Upon arriving at the Croppers Party, we nally met Tom. He looked
remarkably regal in his bright red riding coat with tails and vest.
However, the croppers, as I quickly learned, were more Survivor:
Zionsville than Downton Abbey. Tom quickly explained that the
croppers were an exclusive group or tribe within the club.
Membership in this exclusive group was earned by incurring the
indignity of having fallen off your horse or having dismounted your
horse without permission during the hunt season. Surviving a fall
from a 1,500-pound horse traveling at over 30 miles an hour can be
a harrowing experience, thus creating a sense of community for
those who have fallen. Its no wonder that Tom refers to fox hunting
as an adrenaline sport.
Toms interest in riding does not stop at the Croppers Party. As
the president of the Traders Point Hunt Club, Tom coordinates the
30-40 volunteers required to put on the Traders Point Charity Horse
Show every August. Tom takes pride in the fact that the TPCHS is
one of the top ve horse shows in the country. It is also the only
one that donates its proceeds to charity.
Recently, Tom took on a new and interesting challenge of
training a young horse named Lady Biera. This horse is an 8 year
old with an impressive pedigree. High Scope, a horse that placed
fth in the Sydney Olympics, sired it. It was also only one of ve
horses to double clear in stadium and cross-country. Given that the
name Lady Biera is Celtic for Ice Princess, this may be one of Toms
greatest challenges.
Throughout my time with him, I quickly realized that Tom
Santelli is a far cry from Lord Grantham. Toms life story is signi
cantly more interesting than any ctional lord. Having grown up in a
middle class family in Toledo,
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Ohio, Toms love of riding came from his parents packing him off
to a YMCA summer camp in Michigan at the age of ten. During the
many summers at the camp, Toms passion for riding, as well as his
expertise, grew quickly. By age 14, he was running the riding
programs at the camp. Tom continued to be involved in
the camp until his twenties.
In addition to being an avid rider, Tom is also an accomplished
inventor. With a degree in biochemistry and an MBA from Bowling
Green State University, Tom has worked on the development of many
new products over the years. Early in his career, he worked on
creating the plasma digital screen that was an integral part of
the development of the ATM machine. Tom has also been contracted by
the U.S. Post Office to develop their self-closing box. The USPS
also recruited Tom to develop a system that kills anthrax and other
bacteria to prevent the spread of disease through the mail.
Furthermore, if you have eaten a hamburger recently at McDonalds,
that burger was shipped to that McDonalds in special high-tech
packaging developed by Tom. In addition to these achievements, Tom
has held 14 patents over the years.
After having worked for large corporations for over 30 years, in
which he moved 23 times, Tom grew tired of the gypsy lifestyle. Tom
settled in Zionsville and started his own company, The Technology
Group, in 2004. When asked what this organization does, Tom
explained that it is involved in developing new products. Sometimes
the new products
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come from a request by a company like the U.S. Post Of ce, while
other times they are simply problem solutions Tom has conceived.
Tom is currently working on developing solutions to make our homes
more sustainable.
Unlike the ctional characters on Downton Abbey, Tom was not born
into the majesty of royal blood. Instead, Tom managed to create his
own grandeur through his hard work and dedication. Tom is a man of
many titles. To limit him to the title of inventor would be
inadequate. Through my time spent with him, I began to understand
not only a little more about a certain community within Zionsville,
but also about a wonderful real character within it.
The Traders Point Hunt Club does not hunt live foxes, but does
what is called as a drag hunt. Essentially, a box containing fox
scent is dragged by a horse to produce a scent trail which the
hounds and the hunters follow.
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dealing with dyslexia
As a person who has dyslexia, I can share that it has affected
my life in many subtle ways. As a child with what today has been
identified as a mild level of dyslexia, there were many issues that
were difficult for me in the learning process. I knew I was
capable, but some simple tasks were overly complicated for reasons
I did not understand at that time in my life, as the word dyslexia
had not been entered into the diagnostic world of learning
disabilities.
Math was hard and complicated. Transposing numbers and
memorizing formulas was overwhelming. Studying another language was
difficult, and sounding out unfamiliar words didnt work for me as,
at that time, I didnt have the learning tools to work through the
sounds and pronunciation necessary to master this task. If I heard
it pronounced correctly, I had to memorize the sound and repeat it
out loud over and over again. Although my grades were usually in
the As and Bs, my timed test scores did not match my ability to
show that I, indeed, knew the subject. It took me longer to whip
through a 30-minute paper test than the other kids. I have to
admit, in those early days before dyslexia had a name, I always
felt that in certain subjects I simply could not compete with other
kids. Years later, when the connection to this learning
disorder was correctly diagnosed, a huge weight was lifted and
the process of working through certain staggering elements of this
disability was put in place.
Today, I know that at least 20% of the population has dyslexia.
This means that at least one of your friends, family members, or
coworkers is currently dealing with dyslexia and its
challenges.
For almost a quarter of a century, the Dyslexia Institute of
Indiana (DII) has existed to serve children, adolescents, and
adults with specific learning disabilities. Beginning with the
student at the center, DII serves elements of the community that
touch the life of the student. DII provides skills, services, and
strategies that enable individuals to attain their full potential
by learning to manage the challenges of dyslexia and benefit from
its advantages.
The term dyslexia refers to a cluster of systems that result in
people having difficulty with specific language skills,
particularly reading, spelling, written expression, and pronouncing
words. Other problems experienced by individuals with dyslexia
include:
Learning to speak Organizing written and spoken language
Learning letters and their sounds Memorizing number facts Spelling
Reading Learning a foreign language Correctly doing math
operations
Its important to note that not all individuals who exhibit these
systems are dyslexic. Formal testing is the only way to confirm a
diagnosis of suspected dyslexia.
The following information serves as a guideline for recognizing
systems that might be related to this learning disability. Signs of
dyslexia in young, preschool children include talking later than
expected, a slowness to add new words, difficulty rhyming, and
trouble following multistep directions. After a child begins
school, the signs of dyslexia include:
Beyond academic success, DII promises each student the ability
to minimize fear, develop confidence, and celebrate success.
Dyslexia does not just affect performance in school or the
workplace it can hinder self esteem, social skills, and
the ability to reach ones true potential.
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Dif culty reading single words, such as a word on a ashcard
Dif culty learning the connection between letters and sounds
Confusing small words, such as at and to Letter reversals, such
as d for b Word reversals, such as tip for pit Inserting or
deleting small words like not
Having one of these signs does not mean your child has dyslexia;
many children reverse letters before the age of 7. But, if several
signs exist and reading problems persist, or if you have a family
history of dyslexia, you may want to have your child evaluated. The
earlier a parent sees what might be a presenting problem with their
childs learning ability, the better.
Many years ago when I was a child, I couldnt exactly explain why
I had trouble with certain elements of learning. Today with the
wonderful research and commitment of DII, children have the tools
for learning and accomplishing tasks that were beyond my time. What
a blessing this is!
DII Program DescriptionsWells Tutoring provides one-on-one
multisensory instructional services to children and adults with
dyslexia. Through this program, students increase their knowledge
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skills, and most rewarding improve their ability to read
independently. Testing is comprised of a complete educational
evaluation consisting of a comprehensive battery of standardized
tests and takes approximately 4 hours. Testing at DII helps
individuals to understand their learning strengths and needs and is
done by a Certi ed School Psychologist.
Camp Dela eld is a four-week summer reading and enrichment
program for children ages 7-12. It combines a rigorous academic
agenda with diverse arts and recreational activities to increase
learning opportunities and strengthen organization and gross and ne
motor skills. Using a whole-child approach, Camp Dela eld focuses
on improving participants academic skills, self-esteem, and social
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Zionsvilles
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| Wynne Lucas
What is it about Zionsville that allows this small town to
produce two great Purdue Petes? The answer may never be revealed,
but one thing can be for certain:
Zionsville has managed to produce two men perfect for the status
and prestige that comes with being a West Lafayette icon the Purdue
Pete.
For those of you who do not know them, allow me to introduce the
two men behind the head of Purdues famous mascot. Senior Andrew
Walters and junior Paul Gabor both grew up in Zionsville. In fact,
they grew up down the street from one another, riding the same bus
and attending the same school. Paul, the son of Marta and George
Gabor, is currently an Accounting major in the Krannert School
of
Management. Andrew, the son of Robert and Michelle Walters, is
also graduating from the Krannert School of Management, but with a
degree in Management. Although friends at an early age, Andrew and
Paul drifted apart in high school, only to run into each other in
February of 2011, when both decided, independently, to attend the
callouts for the new Purdue mascots.
For Andrew, the path to mascot-hood was much more determined
than Paul. Practice came from being a mascot at Verizon Music
Center(now Klipsch), dressing as the Taco Bell mascot at summer
concerts. Here, he managed to make many fans from the patrons of
Dave Mathews Band concerts. In addition to creating fans at summer
concerts, Andrew has been the substitute mascot for Blue, the Colts
mascot. According to Andrew, the role of Purdue Pete was one that
he had been preparing for quite some time. He went into the
callouts determined to come out a mascot.
Opposite of that mindset was Paul, who decided to tryout after
talking to a few of his fraternity brothers. Going into tryouts
with a semi-rehearsed Kanye West skit, Paul managed to excel in the
two-day interview process.
Although both men went into the callout process with different
mind sets, both have reached the same conclusion: being Purdue Pete
has Paul Gabor on the left and Andrew Walters on the right
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been a great opportunity, one that they do not take for granted.
Both men are clearly passionate about their roles as Purdues
mascot, as well as the friends they have made through the journey.
With a strong alumni base, the relationships among past and present
Purdue Petes are strong and supportive.
As I soon realized, being a Purdue Pete is not an easy task.
With twice weekly workouts, as well as a multitude of other events
to attend, Andrew and Paul and the other two Purdue Petes are
considered to be Purdue Athletes. They have the same standards to
uphold as the other student athletes, standards that were clearly
exempli ed during my time spent with Andrew and Paul. I gained an
even greater respect for these young men when I found out they
perform not only at Purdue athletic events, but also at private
receptions set up throughout the state.
As for what its like being inside the head of the
highly-regarded Purdue mascot, Paul made the contrast clear. Paul
explained that as Purdue Pete, you are instantly recognized by
thousands of adoring fans. Yet as soon as the mascot attire is put
away, it is important to put away the Purdue Pete swagger as well.
Apparently, Paul and Andrew just dont receive the same amount of
cheering and adoration without the Purdue Pete attire.
Paul and Andrew are terri c young men, clearly taking the legacy
of Purdue Pete seriously. For that, Zionsville should be proud of
its current pair of Purdue Petes.
For information about having Purdue Pete attend a private
function, email Steve Solberg, Spirit Squad Coordinator & Head
Cheer/Mascot Coach, Purdue University at [email protected].
Paul Gabor at a home Purdue Football game.
Wynne Lucas is a sophomore at Purdue University.
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| Jami Marsh, Director, Lemonade Day Greater Indianapolis
As the potential customer approached the bright, citrusy-green
lemonade stand, Ben and Colleen signaled to Mom to hit play on the
boom box and out came the twangy-sounds of Easy Peasy Lemon
Squeezy, their theme song. The song, coupled with their winning
smiles and persuasive sales pitch, sealed the deal. Not only did
they sell two cups of lemonade, but the customer left a generous
tip to reward them for their ingenuity and great customer
service.
Ben and Colleen are veteran participants of Lemonade Day, a free
Greater Indianapolis area initiative that teaches kids how to
start, own, and operate their own business: a lemonade stand. Kids
sign up, get a backpack with the Entrepreneurs Workbook inside, and
they work through 14 lessons in entrepreneurship. Kids ultimately
open up shop and set up their lemonade stands on one single day in
May Saturday, May 18, this year. They sell lemonade, turn a pro t
(we hope), and keep the money. We teach and
encourage them to spend, save, and share their pro ts.
Brought to the area in 2010 by local inventor and entrepreneur
Scott Jones, Lemonade Day is inspiring the next generation of
entrepreneurs. Ben and Colleen were among the 15,000 kids in the
nine-county region who participated last year. And these Zionsville
kids are tough competitors. Last year, they placed second in the
Lemonade Day Best Business Contest, one of several contests and
workshops offered through the program, after earning a whopping
$470 on Lemonade Day. Whats more, they actually covered their own
start-up costs with Lemonade Day pro ts from the previous year.
Thus, no loans or outside investors needed. Yeah, these kids are
good.
You see, Lemonade Day is a family experience for the Carrs. Jon
and Kristen, entrepreneurs themselves, encourage the kids to take
Lemonade Day to the next level. Every year, they step up their
game. Initially, once the kids decided on a theme and a name for
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of Five Stones Marketing, helped them create a logo. They stood
over his shoulder, literally, and told him exactly how they wanted
it to look. Then they created t-shirts. Jons brother, a musician,
recorded their theme song. The whole family worked on building and
embellishing the lemonade stand. One of the more important
decisions Ben and Colleen made last year was choosing the charity
to which they would donate a portion of their profits. They chose
Riley Childrens Hospital in honor of their friend who suffers from
juvenile arthritis.
Ben and Colleen are participating in Lemonade Day again this
year, along with nearly 20,000 kids across the nine-county region.
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| Ray Compton
During his glistening coaching tenure at Butler, Brad Stevens
and his Bulldogs have landed on the right side of the scoreboard
when it comes to game-winning, nal-seconds baskets.
The Butler Legion remembers game-winning three pointers from
Zach Hahn and A.J. Graves in nail-biting, nal-breath triumphs in
the early days of the Stevens watch. In Hawaii this season, the
Bulldogs knocked out Marquette on a horn-beating three pointer from
Rontei Clarke. But perhaps the most talked about heart-stopping,
down-to-the-last-second winning basket during the Stevens tour came
in December when a Roosevelt Jones basket sent Hinkle Fieldhouse
into frenzy as Butler
slayed nationally-ranked Gonzaga.
But lodged in the memory of the 36-year-old Stevens is another
last-second shot that left him devastated as a sophomore at
Zionsville High School. We were playing Lebanon in the Sectional
nals, remembered Stevens, and we lost at the buzzer. I cant
remember the kids name from Lebanon, but he was left-handed and he
made a shot to beat us. That had to be my worst memory at
Zionsville.
But that was a rare downer for Stevens during his days growing
up in the land of the Eagles in the neatly-attired suburban
Indianapolis community in Boone County. I loved growing up in
Zionsville, Stevens fondly recalled.
The Zionsville chapter for Stevens started in 1979 when the
three-year-old and his parents moved to Indiana from Greenville,
South Carolina. The family landed in Zionsvilles Colony Woods
neighborhood. Father Mark became an orthopedic surgeon at Ortho
Indy and mother Jan took a position as a professor at IUPUI.
And the younger Stevens? He enjoyed the life of riding his
bicycle, playing basketball, and hanging out with his young
friends. And the safety net of Zionsville provided Stevens with a
backdrop that made it seem as if the Ward Cleaver family from Leave
It to Beaver had left Hollywood and moved to Indiana. All that was
missing was Wally, the older brother.
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It (Zionsville) was a great place, Stevens said. I had great
friends growing up. I still keep in touch with them. We would play
basketball, then get on our bicycles and go to the Dairy Queen. I
wouldnt trade those days in Zionsville for anything.
An early key crossroads for Stevens came when he turned eight.
His mother provided a new basketball hoop. But even that valued
gift did not stop Stevens from gathering with friends at the
basketball court in the back yard of neighbor Brandon Monk.
Complete with free throw and three-point lines and glass
backboards, the future Eagle teammates had their original home
court.
But the back yard gang at Monks would sprout in age and size and
would march on to Zionsville High School and the legendary
Zionsville High School Varsity Gym.
It was straight out of a movie, just like the gymnasium in
Hoosiers, Stevens said. It could hold 3,000 fans and the seating
went all around the oor. It was like the fans were in the game with
you.
And the Eagle fandom enjoyed what they witnessed from Stevens,
Monk, and others. Zionsville ended a 10-year Sectional drought when
it eliminated Southmont, North Montgomery, and host Lebanon. Not
even a regional
loss to Brownsburg diminished the accomplishments of that March
week for Stevens, who scored 97 points in his senior seasons
Sectional tournament.
We were all on the same page, said Stevens. We wanted to win the
Sectional. The Sectional championship was my best time in high
school.
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Q&A From Brad StevensQ Do you still have your high school
letter jacket?A If I do, it is in a box. I havent worn it since
high school.
Q When was the rst time you dunked?A When we got the adjustable
goal for my son. I can dunk if I lower it to eight feet.
Q Do you prefer a one-class Indiana state tournament or the
four-class state tournament.
A I prefer the one class tournament, but I am not adamant about
one class. I understand the value in having eight teams playing for
a state championship.
Q What is your favorite food at the Friendly Tavern?A The
tenderloin.
Q Who was your favorite, Mary Ann or Ginger?A I never watched
it.
5 Points to Remember about Brad Stevens One of his most prized
possessions is a key to Hinkle Fieldhouse.
One of his favorite websites is kenpom.com that takes a
statistical look at basketball.
The incoming Butler class of basketball recruits appears to be
the best under Stevens. Among the recruits is Elijah Brown, a
California player who is the son of former Los Angeles Laker Mike
Brown.
Butler and Stevens are listed as nalists for two of the top 2014
Indiana high school prospects, Trey Lyles of Indianapolis Tech and
Trevon Bluiett of Park Tudor.
Well-known national writer John Feinstein (Season on the Brink)
says there is no evidence that Stevens iS leaving Butler and that
he could be the Bulldog coach for 30 years.
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The victory celebration spilled over into the locker room after
the championship game when Mark Stevens lived up to a promise made
to his son and teammates. The older Stevens volunteered to have his
head shaved if the Eagles won the Sectional.
So long hair, dad. And goodbye Zionsville High School, son.
After setting four school records season scoring average (26.8),
career points (1,508), assists (491), and three pointers (138) a
college career was calling. A deadly and long-range shooter (high
school coach Dave Zollman noted that when Stevens walked into a gym
he was within his range), Stevens respected his playing
shortcomings. He respected the scouting reports that he was missing
the skills to play for his childhood favorite, Indiana. Thus, the
Stevens journey continued at DePauw, a Division III contingent.
I could come off screens and score, said Stevens, who repeatedly
urged point-guard Monk to watch for his opening. I was a scoring
guard. But I wasnt very good on defense.
The idols were those with shooting skills. Included in that list
was Indianas Steve Alford, Pacer Reggie Miller, and another
Hoosier, Jay Edwards, who made every clutch shot he ever took.
And Brad Stevens has converted almost every clutch play in his
coaching life at Butler. There were the two Final Four appearances.
The victory over No. 1 Indiana this season. And another 20-plus
victory season in 2012-13. Success seems to be his shadow.
Hes competitive and hes composed, assessed Indianapolis Star
writer David Woods, who has followed the coaching trail of Stevens.
Not only does he love to win, but he likes the whole process of
preparing a team to win.
And it all started on a neighborhood court in Zionsville.
Stevens journey continued at DePauw, a
Edwards, who made every clutch shot
Hes competitive and hes composed, preparing
The victory celebration spilled over into the locker room after
the
his head shaved if the Eagles
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After setting four school records season scoring average
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(491), and three pointers (138) a college career was calling. A
deadly and long-range shooter (high school coach Dave Zollman noted
that when Stevens walked into a gym he was within his range),
Stevens respected his playing shortcomings. He respected the
scouting reports that he was missing the skills to play for his
childhood favorite, Indiana. Thus, the he was missing the skills to
play for his
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Getting to Know the Sullivan Munce Cultural Center and its New
Executive DirectorAs the new executive director of the Sullivan
Munce Cultural Center, Cynthia Young is focused on expanding the
Centers reach beyond its traditional audience. Youngs goal is to
make the Center an integral part of the entire community. In doing
so, she hopes to eliminate those all-too-
frequent instances in which local residents walk in and tell
her, I have lived in Zionsville for twenty years and have no idea
what you do here. Youngs qualifications set her apart from the
rest, making her the perfect candidate in the attainment of this
goal.
Youngs passion has always been for the arts. She grew up in
Anderson and attended Ball State University where she received a
degree in Fine Arts. For several years, she worked in the private
sector as a successful interior designer. In the 1990s, Young
started her own interior design business,
Cynthia Young Interior Design. Success came for Young when she
was hired to design the interiors of over 30 corporate suites at
the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Here, she designed suites for BMW
of North America and PPG Industries.
While Young worked as an interior designer, she continued to
participate in art fairs. Through these fairs, she gained a
reputation as a prominent local painter. In 2006, Youngs
acrylic-on-canvas paintings were featured in an article in the
Indianapolis Star. Her painting, Irises at Dusk, even graced
Meet Cynthia Young, New Executive Director of Sullivan Munce
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the cover of the Gardens of Zionsville event program.
Over twelve years ago, Young moved to Zionsville with her
husband, Monty Young, and their young son, Alex. Since moving to
Zionsville, Young has been involved in the Sullivan Munce Cultural
Center. She began her time at the Center as an art instructor in
summer camps. She later progressed from camp coordinator to art
center director, a position she still holds, in addition to the
position of executive director.
The Center, located at 225 West Hawthorne (right behind the
Bentley dealership), is one that many have driven by without
knowing the true purpose of the building. For those readers, Young
offers this explanation: it is a center dedicated to providing
educational opportunities for the young and not-so-young of
Zionsville. While many have seen the flyers for fabulous art
instruction camps, not enough Zionsville residents realize the
opportunities that lie within the Center. Although Young has an
extensive art background, she is determined to maintain the Centers
role as a collecting museum and as the keeper of Zionsvilles
history. For example,
volunteers of the Center take monthly trips to Zionsville
elementary schools, where they teach third graders about the
history of Zionsville. In addition, the Center offers a large
repository of Zionsville historical references for those who are
looking to learn a little more about their ancestry and the history
of Zionsville.
One of Youngs first efforts to broaden the appeal of the
Cultural Center is a new event entitled Garden
Classics, which is to be held on June 14. Young describes this
new event as a mixture of art and classic automobiles. A display of
several classic automobiles will surround the Centers offices,
along with a display of automobile-related art. This unique event
will blend well with the Zionsville Merchants Associations
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EVENTSAPRILApril 2 Zionsville Chambers First Tuesday
Networking Event: Let the networking begin! Bring your business
cards and meet new people. This popular monthly event is a service
to our members that allows them to market their products, services
and expertise to fellow chamber members. Feel free to bring a
guest! 5:30 - 7 PM. Prudential Indiana Reality Group at 15 S Main
St, Zionsville. FREE event. For more information, go to
www.zionsvillechamber.org.
April 3, 17Preschool Classes: April 3: Rainy Window;
April 17: Birdfeeder Craft. Classes available the 1st and 3rd
Wednesday of each month from 10:30 AM - 11 AM at Earth Explorer
Toys, located at 27 E. Pine Street. Call and reserve a spot for you
and your child at the best little toy store on planet earth!
317-873-0200. $3/child.
April 5 - May 22 The Golden Age:
Indiana Literature- The 19th states rich literary heritage at
the turn of the century is highlighted in the Indiana Historical
Society exhibition, The Golden Age: Indiana Literature, 1880-1920.
This exhibition examines some of the many writers who contributed
to the states literary golden age, but concentrates on the lives
and careers of four individuals who loomed large during this period
George Ade, Meredith Nicholson, Booth Tarkington and James Whitcomb
Riley. Exhibition open Tuesday through Friday: 10 AM - 4 PM,
Saturdays: 11 AM - 3 PM. SullivanMunce Cultural Center, located at
225 West Hawthorne Street, Zionsville. Admission is FREE. For more
information, contact Melissa Fanning at 317-873-4900 or
[email protected].
April 5 - April 27Paintings by Zionsville Artist Joyce
K. Jensen: Joyce K. Jensens award-winning watercolors, known for
their detailed realism and the brilliance of their colors, are on
display! Joyce
explains, I achieve depth of color through layering and glazing,
often applying a dozen glazes to a single item. This also
contributes to the dimensionality of my work. While known for her
watercolors, she also works occasionally in oil and acrylic.
Exhibition open Monday through Friday: 10 AM - 4 PM, Saturdays 11
AM - 3 PM. SullivanMunce Cultural Center, located at 225 West
Hawthorne Street, Zionsville. Admission is FREE. For more
information, contact Melissa Fanning at 317-873-4900 or
[email protected].
April 5, 12, 26Live Fridays: Live Music Fridays features Pat
Brearton. Do you want to hear a Weissenbornits a great sounding
instrument. On April 12, you will get a chance to enjoy our
featured artist Sukie Conley Folksinger songwriter/Celtic sounds.
On April, 26, we are featuring Less is More. The duo returns for
sing-along songsaudience participation highly encouraged! Stop by
for FREE wine tastings, good food and great music! 6 PM - 8 PM.
Hopwood Cellars Winery on 12 E Cedar Street. For more information,
go to www.hopwoodcellars.com.
April 11Faces of Fashion Soiree: An exclusive
couture fashion show with wine, appetizers and desserts bene
tting the American Heart Association hosted at The Sanctuary on
Main Street. Valet parking available. 5 PM - 9 PM at The Sanctuary,
the Art of N.A. Noel on 75 N Main Street, Zionsville. Tickets are
on sale for $25 at A Step Above Bridal. For more information,
please contact Antonio at A Step Above Bridal: 317-733-9260
April 142nd annual Kite Day: Hosted by Black Dog
Books. Come celebrate spring! What a better way than to y a
kite? Family, friends and spectators welcome! Bring your own kite,
blanket, chairs, picnics, etc. All proceeds will bene t the Boys
& Girls Club of Zionsville. Rain date will be Sunday,
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Contact Lena [email protected]
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April 21st. If weather is doubtful, please check Facebook page
of Black Dog Books or call 317-919-7901 for update. 12 PM - 3 PM.
Mulberry Fields Park, 9645 Whitestown Road. Admission $2 per
person; $5 per family.
April 16Four Course Wine Dinner: Where The
Grape Meets the plate. Experience the unique pairing of South
American Wines with Organic North American Foods. Executive Chef
Brandon Can eld and Graybull Wine Distributers host this Four
Course Wine Dinner featuring sustainable, ecofriendly wines and
amazing organic food pairings! The Loft Restaurant at Traders Point
Creamery. 6:30 PM - 9 PM. To make reservations, call 317-733-1700.
For more information, visit www.traderspointcreamery.com.
April 16Rain Garden Wokshop: This workshop will
provide basic information on rain garden use and installation
but will focus on long-term care and maintenance to ensure the
success of your garden. Myrene Brown will lead this workshop which
features a presentation followed by a hands-on eld component at the
Town Hall Rain Garden. 1 PM 3 PM. Zionsville Town Hall at 1100 W.
Oak St., Zionsville. Admission is FREE. Please register:
www.zionnaturecenterfriends.org.
April 18-20Boone County Chamber of
Commerce Annual Home & Garden Show: Exhibitors assist
attendees in their plans for home improvement, landscaping ideas
and much more. Members are invited to purchase exhibit space at a
reduced rate. 4 - 8 PM. Boone County 4-H fairgrounds at 1300 E 100
S, Lebanon. Admission is FREE. For more information, go to
www.boonechamber.org.
April 20 Indiana Organic Gardeners Plant
Auction: Spring is almost here and this auction gets the season
o to a good start. Plants, books and garden items will be
available, as well as the pitch-in lunch prior to the auction. See
you there! 10 - 3:30 PM. Zionsville Library, located at 250 N 5th
St., Zionsville. FREE event. For more information, visit
www.gardeningnaturally.org.
April 21ZGreenFest: All Ages are invited to celebrate
Earth Day/Arbor Day at our 7th annual ZGreenFest. The Friends of
Zion Nature Center and Boone REMC are sponsoring this festival
featuring 20 organizations that inspire green living. There will be
non-stop musical entertainment, hands-on activities, live animals,
and games for all ages to enjoy. 2 - 5 PM. Zion Nature Center at
690 Beech Street, Zionsville. FREE admission. For more information,
go to www.zionnaturecenterfriends.org.
April 23ZCHS Pack the Park / Peyton
Manning Childrens Hospital Baseball/Softball Event: Come watch
our youth dance team perform on the Softball diamond and then stay
for a night of awesome games and fun!! This is a fundraiser for a
great cause. The ZCHS varsity baseball team plays Carmel that
night. Support our Eagles! Starts at 5:30 PM. ZCHS Athletic Fields
at 4400 S 875 E. For more information, contact Greg Schellhase,
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As we walked down the brick-paved streets lined with quaint
shops and trees laden with white lights, we couldnt help but be
taken in by the charm!Before we knew it, we were soaking in the
scents of the air leading us straight to the front doors of the
Cobblestone Grill. How apropos! Its so cute!! Picturesque just like
the Rockwellian little Main Street! Known for its delicious food,
live music, and amazing drink specials, Cobblestone is a hot spot
in Zionsville for both a fun Girls Night Out or dinner for two.
We were greeted at the door by the warm and friendly owners,
Kent and Liz Ezra. We were immediately taken with the relaxing and
intimate interior. The restaurant has a very family-friendly feel
in an upscale setting. We loved how, throughout the evening, the
owners went from manning the hostess stand to filling water glasses
to stopping to chat with their patrons, many of whom were regulars.
Wow talk about great service!
We met up with our friends, the Franz family, for an evening of
friendship, good food, and IU basketball. There were plenty of TVs
throughout the bar, so there wasnt a bad seat
in the house. And a lot of seats were needed for the good-sized
crowd, apparently all there to watch Indianas Big Ten champs! We
made friends with the large group next to us who regularly come
here. Actually, a lot of the people we spoke with were regulars.
When you find something you love, stick with it!
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We found an exceptional selection of 28 craft beers, 4 from
locally-owned breweries a true beer lovers paradise! We were
especially interested in the Beer Sampler, 4 choices of beer for
$5.50. Cheers to that kind of deal! One of our choices was a Bells
Brewery Hopslam Ale! Now thats a hoppy ale! Give it a slam!
Next up: martini time! Our favorite libation! We loved the
Margatini, a martini with a south-of-the-border flair and a salted
rim! SALUD! Then, we moved onto the Sintini. It was a delicious
blend of raspberry vodka, peach schnapps, and melon liqueur with a
sugared rim. We REALLY think this should be renamed The Great
Sintini! The menu tempted us with many specialties, but our taste
buds finally decided on the smoked salmon plate and the smoking
goose charcuterie board. Now dont attempt to pronounce this dish
youll just look foolish. Oh, maybe thats just us! Both appetizers
were magnifique!
On most weekends, the Cobblestone Grill provides a romantic
setting with live music. Its mostly acoustic bands by some very
talented local musicians. They play everything from jazz to folk.
The soothing sounds make for a pleasing musical experience. The
regulars who were sitting next to us said it isnt so loud that you
cant talk with friends. Nice!
You can choose to enjoy your meal in one of the two dining
areas. The white tablecloths and candles create an upscale ambiance
without being pretentious. We found the guests here to be friendly
and welcoming. If you look above your head, youll notice the large
fans run off a pulley system. Very cool!
The only regret we have is that we werent here during warmer
weather. This place is well known for its Cobblestone Patio and
live musical entertainment. The patio is located in a courtyard
nestled in the alley next to the restaurant. We took a stroll out
there and found it to have a Parisian feel with brick walls,
wrought iron gates, and gardens. On Mondays, dogs are welcome on
the patio and are provided with treats and water bowls. Any dog
owner would love this!
If youre looking for a pleasant getaway for the evening, you
should visit this neighborhood gem. The Cobblestone Grill is
everything we love about a locally-owned, small-town restaurant and
bar. Remember during nice weather to be seated on the patio! This
is one place where its at in Zionsville!
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A Fresh Voice on Capitol Hill
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You might say Susan Brooks is on a roll. First, she took on 6
men in a tough primary to succeed Congressman Dan Burton in the 5th
district and beat them. Next, she easily won the general election
and became the first Republican woman elected to Congress from
Indiana in 50 years (along with Jackie Walorski in the 2nd
district). Then right after being sworn into office she capped it
all off by being chosen by the Speaker of the House to give the
Republican response to President Obamas radio address. Not bad for
a self-proclaimed political rookie. Since she is new to the scene,
we thought it would be good to get to know her off the campaign
trail and see how things are going a few months into her term. She
graciously invited us into her Carmel home where we met with her
and her husband of 27 years, David.
Susan Brooks has been surrounded by politics for decades. She
was recruited by then Indianapolis mayor Steve Goldsmith to be
deputy mayor. She was appointed by President George W. Bush to be
US Attorney for the southern district of Indiana, where she served
for 7 years. But she has never run for office or been much into
politics herself. Not until she was approached to run for the seat
being vacated by Burton and which has been hard fought for many
election cycles even before Burton decided not to run again. Its a
very Republican district so the primary is viewed as the biggest
hurdle to jump. But she says she enjoyed the campaigning despite
all the competition, I didnt think I would enjoy it as much as I
did, but I did enjoy the campaigning and meeting all the people and
traveling the district and getting to know people. And then I
thought because Ive always been involved in the governing aspect of
the public service I thought, well, I sure hope I like Congress as
much as Ive enjoyed the campaign. So what about Congress? She says
so far, so good, I am enjoying it, but it is a different level of
enjoyment, a different kind of satisfaction. In the Executive
Branch you get things done, and its harder to list what you are
accomplishing in Congress.
The tough competition in the primary included some well known
politicians who have run and even served before. She had some star
power help in her campaign including New Jersey Governor Chris
Christie who has been a friend of the Congresswomans since their
days serving as US Attorneys. Susan believes that voters liked her
experience which ranges from higher education, having spent several
years at Ivy Tech; to her years as US attorney serving one month
after 9/11. She has also been a small business owner and is the
mother of two. But perhaps one of her biggest assets was the very
fact that she hadnt run for office before, making hers a fresh
voice. Her husband, who is also an attorney, puts it very
succinctly, When you have the best product and you raise enough
money to sell it with a good plan, it works.
Susan & David Brooks Take Empty Nesting to a New Level| Ann
Craig-Cinnamon . Photos | John Cinnamon
Susan and David Brooks at their home in Carmel
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David Brooks knows a lot about selling political candidates
because hes been the politician in the family up to now. He was,
himself, elected twice to the Indianapolis City County Council and
has been involved in Marion County organizational politics for many
years. In fact, at one time, he ran all the city council campaigns
in Marion County for the Republican Party after deciding that his
plain spoken personality was better suited to being behind the
scenes. I tend to be a little less politically correct and a little
more frank and I just made the decision that I enjoyed the behind
the scenes stuff, organizational politics, running campaigns to
some degree. So I didnt aspire to anything after the 80s, he
says.
And then along came his wifes campaign of which he is extremely
proud. Its been fun. Ive told people that its ironic that the
coolest thing in politics that has happened to me after doing it
for 30 years and coming home and she not really caring what I was
talking about a lot of the time, so now the really pinnacle coolest
thing that has happened in my political career is helping her get
elected. Its really fun to watch her because shes getting so good
at everything. Watching her grow so far and so quickly is really
fun and very satisfying, says David.
But her election to Congress has changed their lives
dramatically. They are now empty nesters, which Susan says helped
her make the decision to run in the first place. Their
daughter Jessica is 22 and graduated from Xavier College in
Cincinnati the week that her mom won the primary. She played all
four years on a soccer scholarship and graduated with a major in
Communications and a minor in Business and is now working at a
financial services company in Philadelphia. Their son, Conner,
graduated from North Central and is now a freshman at Montana State
where he is able to participate in the outdoor activities that he
so enjoys. He was very involved in his mothers campaign; recruiting
students, working phone banks and the polls and getting other young
people involved.
So with one child in Philadelphia and another in Montana and his
wife in Washington, that left David home alone in Carmel with their
dog, Scout, an 8 year old yellow lab; except for the fact that even
Scout will be leaving home soon. During hunting season, Ill buy a
goldfish. Our dog hunts with her (Susans) dad. He goes to northern
Indiana and hunts for 3 months. It was not exactly the empty nester
scene that I had imagined, David says with a bemused smile.
Average peoples lives; you know people who work long hours at
a
frantic pace, take public transportation to work, sleep in their
daughters old
bed and have soup on Sunday.
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Susan and Davids decision for him not to move to Washington is
not unusual since his life and career are here and she says none of
the male spouses of Congresswomen have moved to Washington. More
and more members of Congress fly home for the weekend as Susan
does. Shes usually home Friday through Monday and then one week a
month in the district, which David says allows them to see more of
each other than if he had moved with her. Part of the reason for
more congressional commuters is the high cost of living in the DC
area. But I also think the electorate; the people, are very
interested in you staying connectedrunning into you at church or
the grocery or coffee shop, she says and adds I was at Eagle Creek
Coffee Company this morning visiting with Judd Papa who is the new
president of the town council there but when I came in I saw a
girlfriend from high school and one of my walking partners that I
wasnt expecting to see there. About Washington she says you can
really get in a bubble there. The pace is so incredibly fast and so
you are so focused on what you are doing there and all I have to
learn, it is hard to keep up with what is going on here.
David remarks that their unusual schedule is working out okay.
It actually allows me 3 or 4 days a week to get organized, to keep
track of whats going on in finances and my law practice and
business stuff that I do. Then shes back often