Carmel Magazine November 2025

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+ Polished Rides

Tint World Carmel Brings Style & Shine to Every Vehicle + Plastered Penguins

CRAFTING BEAUTIFUL SMILES

GODLEY FAMILY ORTHODONTICS BLENDS CUTTING-EDGE CARE WITH COMMUNITY & COMPASSION

Local Hockey Club Turns Love of Hockey Into a Mission That Gives Back

Experience the Magic of the Season in Hamilton County!

CARMEL CHRISTKINDLMARKT

Experience the old-world charm of Christmas in Germany right here in Indiana at the Carmel Christkindlmarkt. This openair holiday market brings authentic German experiences. Do some holiday shopping and check out the authentic products imported from Germany, like wooden toys, nutcrackers, music boxes and ornaments. Don’t miss the collectible items like the boot mug and Bierkrüge for adult beverages. New in 2025:

• Handbrot, a German street food. This oven-baked roll stuffed with gooey melted cheese and savory meats or opt for the vegetable-filled version.

• Käsekuchen, authentic German cheesecake made with real quark, a traditional fresh dairy product that gives the dessert its distinctively light, fluffy texture and tangy flavor.

While you’re shopping, sip a hot mug of Glühwein (mulled wine) or hot cocoa. Come hungry to enjoy a German pretzel, Bratwurst, Lebkuchen (German cookie), Raclette (melted cheese served on bread) and Stollen (dried fruit bread).

Pro tips: The Christkindlmarkt is a national favorite, which means weekends get busy fast. Visit during the week to skip the crowds and soak in the wonder. Also, make sure to reserve your time for skating on the Ice at Center Green.

A MERRY PRAIRIE HOLIDAY

Celebrate the season with A Merry Prairie Holiday at Conner Prairie, Indiana’s most beloved holiday festival. There is something for everyone to enjoy. Enjoy acres to explore, surround yourself amongst thousands of lights and capture that perfect moment with family and friends.

Enjoy a 3D projection holiday show on the William Conner Home, historic holiday experiences and of course, Elf selfies. Don’t miss a ride on the Kringle’s Carousel or get a rush zooming down the 150-foot Polar Bear Plunge tubing hill.

NICKEL PLATE EXPRESS

All aboard the Nickel Plate Express for a fun-filled train excursion this holiday season. Offering both family and adult-only excursions.

Nickel Plate Express is offering two, 21+ train rides this holiday season. Murder at the Ugly Christmas Sweater Party and Ho Ho Homicide Express. These three-hour dinner rides will keep you entertained while featuring an interactive mystery murder in which you play a part.

Looking for a holiday family experience? Look no further than the Reindeer Express. Enjoy an hour and fifteen-minute ride with Santa himself! This magical journey takes passengers on a round-trip ride from

Noblesville to Arcadia while enjoying a sweet treat and a chance to see Santa and write him a personal letter, all while enjoying festive holiday music.

HOLIDAY SHOWS

Experience live music like no other, with plenty of toe-tapping shows on the calendar this holiday season. Get your tickets for performances of “A Motown Christmas,” “Jon McLaughlin & Friends: Home for the Holidays,” “Indiana Wind Symphony: Sleigh Bells and Snowflakes,” “Preservation Hall Jazz Band: Creole Christmas,” “Christmas with Lorie Line” and so much more. Don’t miss “Indiana Ballet Conservatory: The Nutcracker,” “Great American Songbook Foundation: White Christmas screening,” and “Civic Theatre: A Christmas Story.” The Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts and resident companies offer nonstop performances that will elevate your holiday season.

Don’t miss: “Amy Grant, Cece Winans and Michael W. Smith: Christmas Together” at the Fishers Event Center, Dec. 4.

Hosting family during the holidays in Hamilton County? Checkout special offers during the season at VisitHamiltonCounty. com/holidays.

For a full list of holiday events and festivities, go to VisitHamiltonCounty.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

PUBLISHER DYLAN LEWANDOWSKI dylan@townepost.com 317-552-8605

KEY CONTRIBUTORS

STEPHANIE DUNCAN BAILEY GOLDSTEIN LOVE LINDSEY PHOTOGRAPHY

HEATHER HAAS

KATHERINE MEI ABBIE WILLANS

TOWNE POST NETWORK, INC. FOUNDER, CEO TOM BRITT tom@townepost.com (317) 496-3599

PRESIDENT JEANNE BRITT jeanne@townepost.com (317) 810-0011

CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER ERIN TURK

CREATIVE DIRECTORS VAL AUSTIN TONI EADS

EDITOR JOSH BROWN

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LOCAL AUTHOR FAIR

Carmel Clay Public Library, 425 E. Main St. 1–4 p.m.

Meet local authors and talk about their work at this drop-in event. Dozens of authors representing a variety of genres and age groups will be present.

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CARMEL STATE OF THE CITY

The Center for the Performing Arts, One Center Grn., 4 p.m.

HOME SCHOOL CLAY DAY

uPaint Pottery Studio, 643 E. State Road 32. 1 p.m.

Who is ready for the holidays? Join us to get messy and make ornaments out of clay. Learn to wedge, roll, slip, and score clay to make your own unique ornaments.

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PALLADIUM PUBLIC TOURS

The Center for the Performing Arts, One Center Green.

10:20 & 10:30 a.m.

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AN EVENING FOR ST. JUDE | HOSTED BY OTDG + FERGUSON

Rusted Window, 200 S. Range Line Rd. 6–8 p.m.

Join Old Town Design Group and Ferguson for An Evening for St. Jude—a night of food, drinks, and purpose.

U.S. NAVY BAND IN CONCERT: COUNTRY CURRENT

The Center for the Performing Arts, One Center Grn., 7:30 p.m.

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HOLIDAY SIP N SHOP

Roundtripper Sports Academy, 16616 Southpark Dr.

6–8:30 p.m.

Time to get your shop on, and just in time for the holidays! Join us for our 10th annual Sip n Shop Boutique Event (the holiday version) with over 90 local boutiques and business owners.

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COOL CREEK CHRISTMAS CRAFT & VENDOR FAIR

Cool Creek Park Nature Center, 2000 E. 151st St.

11 a.m.–4 p.m.

Join us for our Christmas Craft & Vendor Fair at Cool Creek Park!

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RAISING POULTRY

Conner Prairie, 13400 Allisonville Rd.

9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Have you ever wanted to raise poultry but weren’t sure where to start? Learn everything you need to know about raising chickens or ducks.

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A MOTOWN CHRISTMAS

The Center for the Performing Arts, One Center Green.

7 p.m.

WICKED: FOR GOOD FIRSTFEST

Flix Brewhouse, 2206 E. 116th St.

7 p.m.

Opening night is taking flight in true Ozian style with an exclusive WICKED: FOR GOOD FIRSTFEST experience you won’t want to miss.

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RADIO JUNKIES DUO LIVE @ BROCKWAY PUBLIC HOUSE

The Brockway Public House, 12525 Old Meridian St., Ste. 150. 9 p.m.

Come join in on the fun for some live music, food, drinks, and great company. Enjoy favorites from the ’70s, ’80s, ’90s, and today!

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LISA FRANK & THE TRAPPER KEEPERS AT PATSY’S PUB

Patsy’s Pub, 17419 Suite C Carey Rd.

9 p.m.

Our debut at Patsy’s Pub! Come ready for a night of rowdy ’90s rock jams.

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HARVEST FEST

Carmel Clay Public Library, 425 E. Main St.

10–11:30 a.m.

(Ages 2–5) Drop in for stories about a hayride through the farm and enjoy activity stations and a craft! No tickets required.

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THE NUTCRACKER

The Center for the Performing Arts, One Center Green. Nov. 29 – 2 p.m.; Nov. 30 – 1 p.m.

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THE VILLAGE FARMS HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR

The Village Farms Clubhouse, Carmel.

9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Join us for Small Business Saturday at the Village Farms Holiday Craft Fair!

Monon Community Center

PROGR AMS

ADAPTIVE COMMUNITY SAFETY WORKSHOP

Wednesdays, Nov. 5-26 | Ages 15+ | Monon Community Center | $42

Build confidence and awareness through hands-on activities and discussions. Learn self-defense techniques, emergency response strategies and safe digital practices – all designed to help you thrive in any environment. This workshop focuses on turning knowledge into practical skills that protect you and your community. *Program is designed for individuals with disabilities.

SENIOR SOCIAL CIRCLE

Friday, Nov. 7 | Ages 18+ | Monon Community Center | $5

The Senior Social Circle meets the first Friday of every month and offers fun, engaging activities in and around Carmel. This welcoming group is a great place to learn about upcoming events, play light games and connect with others in the community! Whether you are looking to just stay informed or enjoy the company, the Senior Social Circle is the perfect place.

JUNIOR ARTISTS SERIES

Various dates and times Nov.-Dec. | Ages 6-15 | Monon Community Center | $105

Is your artist ready to grow their skills? Join professional artist Zach Lowe for a fun, hands-on class designed to spark imagination and build technique. Participants will choose their medium – Drawing & Sketching, Acrylic & Watercolor or Clay & Sculpture – and explore projects tailored to their interests. All materials are provided.

KNEE HIGH NATURALIST: ANIMALS IN WINTER

Fridays, Nov. 7-21 | Ages less than 6 yrs | Monon Community Center | $27

Discover the magic of winter wildlife in Central Park! These parent-child adventures explore which animals hibernate, why they do it and how they survive the cold. Afterword, enjoy a wintry walk to spot tracks, nests and other signs of how animals adapt to the season.

INTRO TO PICKLEBALL WORKSHOP SPORTS

Saturday, Nov. 15 | Ages 15+ | Monon Community Center | $15

Want to learn to play pickleball, but don't know where to start? This introductory class will teach you the basics of this fun sport. Participants must wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes. Loaner paddles and pickleballs are provided.

TAI CHI LEVEL 1

Wednesdays, Nov. 5-Dec. 17 OR Saturdays, Nov. 1-Dec. 13 | Ages 16+ | Monon Community Center | $59

Get in your 30 minutes of recommended daily exercise as you experience the health and wellness benefits of Tai Chi. The class begins with mindful breathing and a series of gentle warm-ups. You’ll then follow the instructor step-by-step through a flowing, easy to learn “Tai Chi for Life” routine designed to improve balance and flexibility, increase muscle strength and bone density, burn calories, and reduce stress.

Monon Community Center 1235 Central Park Drive East, Carmel, IN 46032 carmelclayparks.com/program-offerings/ 317.848.7275

A FIELD TRIP ON WHEELS FOR YOUR DOG!

OFF-LEASH ADVENTURES

INDY PUP BUS BRINGS TAIL-WAGGING FUN TO LOCAL DOGS

Field trips are no longer just for elementary school kids — greater Indianapolis residents can now send their dogs off for a day of fun and adventure on the Indy Pup Bus. Owner Tanya Hedegard’s new business helps busy pet parents make sure their dogs get exercise and enrichment, even when they’re at work all day.

“We’ll pick up your dog directly from your home and take them to a private dog park in Pendleton,” Hedegard says. “We’ll have

‘pup cups’ at Starbucks and drop them back off at home.

“We have frisbees, sticks, balls, and sometimes we’ll just run with them across four acres. These dogs love to stay in their pack — some little and some big breeds — but they all want to stick together,” she adds. “On the way there, their heads are out the window, they’re barking and excited. On the way home, they’re lying down and tired. We’ve had dogs who didn’t want to get off the bus when we dropped them off.”

She discovered the concept of “outdoor adventure school buses for dogs” on Instagram, where the idea has primarily caught on in Canada and Alaska. It hasn’t spread widely across the U.S. yet, but

Her first step was finding the bus. It was formerly a church bus with low mileage that she upgraded and adapted to fit its new purpose. There are seat belts that hook onto each dog’s harness, and Hedegard used material normally found on boat decks to cover the seats so the dogs’ paws wouldn’t slip.

She and her assistant, Avery Hewitt, both have certifications in dog CPR and behavior. They met at the doggy daycare where Hewitt works when she isn’t on the Pup Bus. Hedegard noticed how well Hewitt connected with her dog, Scotch, and saw her expertise firsthand. Hewitt has more than seven years of experience working with dogs and monitors them carefully while on the bus to ensure each one is happy and healthy.

Indy Pup Bus requires dogs to be vaccinated, spayed or neutered and at least six months old. Dogs must be allowed off-leash and have good recall. They must also be socialized and not prone to escape. Hedegard says they don’t discriminate based on size or breed, but they do require dogs to get along well with others.

“If you don’t want your dog to come home dirty, this is not the experience for you,” she says. “But if it gets muddy, we do have a portable shower that we can spray their paws off with.”

The schedule is weather dependent from November through March.

Pet parents don’t have to be home for the Pup Bus to pick up their dogs. They can securely enter their door or garage code into the app that the Pup Bus uses and rest assured knowing their dog is being well cared for.

“We have an app that produces a report card for every dog,” she

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SENIOR RESOURCE HUB Support for Seniors and Families

For CarDon & Associates, “senior living support” involves much more than finding a new home. It’s also about serving as an informational resource for anyone navigating the path of aging. That’s why CarDon created the Senior Resource Hub — a virtual space uniting seniors and their families with industry experts on topics like Medicare, elder fraud, nutrition, rehabilitation and memory loss, to name a few.

That space continues to expand, and it now includes local TV airwaves. CarDon partnered with WTHR to broadcast weekly segments devoted to advice for seniors and their loved ones. CarDon Vice President and Chief Growth Officer Kendra Edwards presents a new tip each week, which viewers can watch on the station’s streaming app. The information in these segments comes from an ongoing series of video interviews housed on CarDon’s website, within the Senior Resource Hub page.

In addition to CarDon representatives from the company’s 20 communities across Indiana, the videos feature outside experts such as elder law attorneys, registered dietitians, dialysis providers, veteran benefit providers and more. They gently guide viewers through tough questions, such as how to talk to loved ones about moving into senior living, what signs of memory loss to keep an eye on, where to look for respite care, etc.

The Senior Resource Hub maintains the compassionate, family-like feeling of CarDon’s senior living communities. Watching the videos is like chatting over a cup of coffee with a staff member. They’re designed to welcome and engage viewers of all ages and backgrounds.

As Edwards said, “We thought, ‘Let’s bring all our resources together and have casual, open video conversations that we can share with anyone, even those who don’t live in our communities or have loved ones who are residents.’”

Best of all, the Senior Resource Hub allows people to approach these sensitive topics from the privacy and comfort of their homes. Viewers and those interested in learning more can send questions for future videos to InfoCD@cardon.us. You can also find videos at cardon. us/senior-resource-hub, or tune in to WTHR on Monday mornings from 6-7 a.m. for a new tip each week.

“We’re thrilled to be able to extend our reach through WTHR,” Edwards said. “We want people across Indiana to view us as more than a company — we’re a community resource. We have been through tough decisions and conversations with our own families, and we know how difficult this phase of life can be to navigate. We’re here to listen and offer advice to anyone facing the milestones and challenges of aging. Whether it’s on TV, our website or another future outlet, the Senior Resource Hub will be around for your questions and needs.”

CRAFTING BEAUTIFUL SMILES

GODLEY FAMILY ORTHODONTICS

BLENDS CUTTING-EDGE CARE WITH COMMUNITY & COMPASSION

Writer / Bailey Goldstein
Photographers / Love Lindsey Photography, Heather Haas and Katherine Mei

As the modern face of family orthodontics in Zionsville, Dr. Danielle Godley leads Godley Family Orthodontics with a focus on personalized, patient-centered care for children, teens, and adults alike.

“I do everything from early interceptive care for kids all the way up to adult orthodontics,” Dr. Godley says. “Whether that’s classic braces, Invisalign, clear aligners, retainers, growth guidance and adult expansion.”

When Dr. Godley opened her practice, she had a vision to bring modern treatment options to Indiana.

“I completely embraced technology from day one,” she says. “I want to be on the forefront of having modern technology in my office. I want this to be the most

comfortable, efficient, safe journey for people who go through orthodontic treatment.”

She ditched the old-school gooey putty impressions for a digital scanner that allows her to capture people’s teeth and bites digitally. She then crafts retainers from those scans with 3D printing technology. Since being featured in Boone County’s September 2024 issue, the practice has expanded in more ways than one.

“We have experienced pretty crazy growth,” Dr. Godley says. “Honestly, starting my own practice I went into it knowing I would be a small business. I love what I do, so that never bothered me, but I didn’t expect to be embraced by the community as much as I have been. My team has grown, and we’ve evolved in our systems and how we do things.”

Indiana University alum Kelsey Bolakowski manages the office and serves as a myofunctional therapist/orofacial myologist. Her title may be a mouthful, but she explains it simply.

“It basically is how to retrain or train how to use your facial and mouth muscles properly,” Bolakowski says. “It’s kind of like physical therapy but for your mouth.”

From expanders and mouthguards to gum tissue contouring, Godley Family Orthodontics offers a breadth of services to meet patient needs. The practice boasts impressive braces that stand apart from competitors.

“I love the braces I invest in,” Dr. Godley says. “They are the most hygienic braces on the market. They have a pre-pasted base so they go on faster. They seal around the

bracket, so it’s much more hygienic for patients and just creates a better experience.” Godley Family Orthodontics goes beyond aesthetics by looking at the overall health of patients with a focus on a healthy airway.

“It’s a newer area of research,” Dr. Godley says. “It’s amazing, the ability to help a child or an adult whose jaw is fused by growing and widening their jaw. To help them breathe, feel better, and avoid risks that can come with sleep disorders. You can transform someone’s life.”

Airway orthodontics address jaw irregularities and oral habits that inhibit proper breathing, sleep and function.

“It’s a newer area of research,” Dr. Godley says. “It’s amazing, the ability to help a child or adult whose jaw is fused to be able to open up their jaw again. And help them breathe and feel better and avoid risks that can come with sleep disorders. You can transform someone’s life.”

Airway issues can lead to chronic conditions including obstructive sleep apnea and sleepdisordered breathing.

Dr. Godley earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery from Indiana University School of Dentistry and her Master of Science in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics

from the University of Michigan. She is also a member of the Women in Orthodontics Facebook forum.

“I love supporting other women in business,” she says. “It’s been a challenging journey to do a startup and be a business owner. I learn from my local colleagues and other business owners all the time.”

She volunteers at Smile for a Lifetime Foundation and the American Association of Orthodontists Foundation’s Gifted Smiles program.

Both Smile for a Lifetime and Gifted Smiles recruit volunteer orthodontists to help children from low-income families receive orthodontic care that would otherwise be too costly.

“I’ve had the most wonderful experience volunteering my time. I love being able to use my gifts to give back,” Dr. Godley says.

Dr. Godley even founded her own program to pay it forward called Yeti-Set-Smile. The program accepts donations to provide free orthodontic treatment to survivors of pediatric cancer. Donors of $25 or more are rewarded with a plushie of a Yeti mascot, complete with a set of faux braces.

For Dr. Godley, the Yeti was the natural

choice for a practice mascot.

“It was the perfect embodiment of magic and joy — everything that goes along with my practice,” she says. “It’s been very well-received by kids and adults and fits my vision for my practice. We’ve designed our little mascot that patients can adopt.”

That childhood whimsy harkens back to when Dr. Godley kindled her love for the orthodontic profession. She sings the praises of her childhood orthodontist, despite him putting her in headgear.

“I look back on it in such a positive way,” Dr. Godley says. “He practiced in the way that I tend to practice where it was doctor time every time. He remembered things about me, and I felt a connection with him and not just the team.”

“I look back on it in such a positive way,” Dr. Godley says. “He practiced in the way that I tend to practice where it was doctor time every time. He remembered things about me, and I felt a connection with him and the entire the team.”

Godley Family Orthodontics is located at 12036 N. Michigan Road, Suite 110 in Zionsville. Call 317-913-2828 or book a free consultation online at godleyfamilyortho.com.

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TINT WORLD CARMEL BRINGS STYLE & SHINE TO EVERY VEHICLE

Tint World is Carmel’s new one-stop shop for automotive styling and vehicle accessories. Part of a nationwide franchise, Tint World has been in operation since 1982, and new store owners Barney Storrs and Ron Huling are thrilled to be bringing the company to Indianapolis.

“There are a lot of different services that people might not think we do,” Storrs says. We call ourselves an automotive styling center. We do automotive tint, residential and commercial tint, paint protection film, ceramic coating, detailing, car audio, remote starts and alarms, dash kits, interior and exterior lighting — those are our main things.”

Storrs has worked hard to make sure it’s a

relaxing atmosphere and clean environment. He says Tint World is not a traditional garage or mechanic shop, but more of a retail experience, and customers don’t have to go to multiple places to get a stereo, remote start and tinting done. It’s best if customers make a reservation to guarantee a slot that day. Storrs says they’re more than happy to take walk-ins.

“If we can get it done right then and there, we’ll do that,” he says. “We recommend they drop the car off, but they can wait if they want, and that’s why we offer a lobby with free drinks and coffee. If it’s just a couple of windows that need tint, it might only be an hour. But if you’re doing a full tint job or a ceramic coating, you’ll want to drop the car off, because it’s going to take several hours.

Some of them might take days, depending on how big the job is. For example, paint protection on the whole car could take up to three days.”

They’ll work on any type of car and so far haven’t found one they couldn’t handle. Teslas are challenging because they have larger pieces of glass that require larger sizes of tint. It’s a little more difficult to install them without damaging or creasing the tint, and some take twice as long as a regular car.

“We’ll get people of all kinds of backgrounds and cars,” Storrs adds. “We might have a Lamborghini in one day and then a Toyota Corolla or a Honda Civic the next day. We cater to all different spectrums of what people need. But it’s a higher-end

business than you’d initially think about a car place.”

While Storrs and Huling do not have backgrounds in the automotive industry, they’ve hired a skilled staff with several years of experience. Tint World has three full-time technicians on their team, each specializing in different aspects of vehicle modification: tint, detailing, and 12-volt electrical accessories.

“We’re still learning, and that’s the nice thing about having experienced techs,” Storrs says. “With all businesses, you’re only as good as your employees. We’re really lucky here, finding a good crew of technicians. We rely on them heavily to help us out if we have questions. We’ve been in customer service for a long time — we’re open and honest with our customers. If we don’t know something, we hop back and grab them to find an answer.

“The level of product knowledge that you have to have is highly important — more so than in some industries,” he adds. “There are so many options, so many makes and models of cars. You really have to study your product and know it well. These are not inexpensive things to do to your car. Some of the tint’s not super expensive, but it’s more of a higher-end retail.”

Storrs’ brother, Rory, lives in Indianapolis and serves as the operations manager for the Carmel location. Within the next few years, they plan to open two more stores — one in Zionsville and one in the Fishers or Noblesville area.

“Between Ron, Rory and myself, we have more than 50 years of experience in franchise operations and customer service, so everyone receives an exceptional experience when they come in,” Storrs says. “We always strive for a five-star experience for all our guests, and we have services and packages that will meet anyone’s budget.”

Tint World is open from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday. More information can be found at tintworld.com/ locations/in/carmel-150/ or by calling 317975-0071. The store is located at 9700 Lake Shore Drive W., Ste. 1 in Carmel.

PLASTERED PENGUINS

LOCAL HOCKEY CLUB TURNS LOVE OF HOCKEY INTO A MISSION THAT GIVES BACK

Hockey is alive and well in the Indianapolis area, and the Plastered Penguins Hockey Club is a big reason why.

What started as a casual Sunday league has grown into a thriving community of players who created the Plastered Penguins Hockey League to bring like-minded athletes together — fostering a fun atmosphere for playing hockey and offering players a chance to compete in local tournaments.

“A lot of our members wanted to play more hockey together,” Chris Harter says. “We all have very good chemistry. If you’re having a bad day, your buddy is going to keep you in check and support you when you’re going through a hard time.”

Ten years later, the hockey beer league has more than 80 members — enough for three competitive teams — and they are celebrating their recent designation as an official 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Teammate and treasurer Reed Kaczmarek started playing for the Plastered Penguins in 2017 and attributes the team’s growth to its community focus.

“I played hockey my entire life. I played collegiately and then met some of the guys [that play for the Penguins] through local leagues,” Kaczmarek says. “This group is very special because of the likemindedness and the goals we have to help the community.”

A hockey beer league is an amateur adult hockey league featuring players of varying abilities and competitiveness — and sometimes, a postgame celebration with a drink. This camaraderie and love for hockey expanded beyond a traditional beer league, with many founding members wanting to give back to the community.

programs introduce young aspiring players between the ages of 4 and 12 to the thrill of ice hockey.

Inspiring young athletes was a big passion for Meachum, and it’s something his

teammates want to honor in his memory. Meachum was the varsity lacrosse coach at Carmel High School for six years before his tragic accident and is remembered for his dedication to his players.

Outside of competitive tournaments, the team hosts events to raise money for various charities. They recently volunteered for Habitat for Humanity and host two charity tournaments each year that benefit the Chase Foundation.

Last year, after becoming an established nonprofit, they created a scholarship in memory of a former Penguins teammate, Jack Meachum.

The Jack Meachum Scholarship raises money to provide hockey equipment for the Coliseum Youth Hockey Association at the Pop Weaver Youth Pavilion at the State Fairgrounds. The Coliseum Youth Hockey

“A lot of what we try to do now is in memory of Jack, and to have a bigger impact on the community,” Kaczmarek says.

“He was very involved in lacrosse in Indiana, and he was very involved in coaching and giving his time to his players,” Harter adds. “Our goal with this scholarship was to make sure that his impact is still benefiting the youth and hockey community.”

The Penguins host Thursday night and Sunday leagues, giving players multiple opportunities to play. The three teams, at varying skill levels, also participate in tournaments each year to provide as many chances as possible for players who wish to compete.

One of the founding members, Adam Russ, hosts the Thursday night league and is pleasantly surprised by the club’s recent growth.

“We originally started as a pickup game,” Russ says. “A lot of players wanted to play in certain tournaments, but there were limited spots.”

The Plastered Penguins organized players

from around the area to give them more opportunities to play competitively.

“We’re still striving to be that close-knit community and ensuring that people have a place to play,” Russ says.

With its growing membership, the league is now one of Indiana’s largest beer league organizations. This league of players with diverse skill levels offers an opportunity for people to play hockey casually or competitively, and the coed league welcomes players of all abilities.

“It’s a community with various groups and interests,” Harter says. “We are not exclusive. You can be as involved or as little involved as you want.”

Inclusivity and accessibility are a common thread that unites the Penguins. Both men and women make up the team, and the

group strives to lower barriers to make hockey more accessible.

The team established a Penguin Assistance Fund, where players can donate money to help new players acquire the necessary equipment to play.

“We have so many different people with different backgrounds, social backgrounds,” Harter says. “If you need something, there’s someone who can help you.”

Want to get involved? The Penguins have a draft league that plays at the Carmel Ice Skadium every Thursday and host games on Sundays at the Indy Fuel Tank.

Find out about upcoming games and how to join by following the Plastered Penguins on Instagram at instagram.com/ plasteredhockey.

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TIMELESS TREASURES

CARMEL’S OLDEST ANTIQUE SHOP BLENDS HISTORY & CHANGING TRENDS

For Peg Durrer, antiques are a family business. She is the owner of the Antique Emporium, and while it has changed locations over the years, it’s the oldest antique store in Carmel. Durrer’s grandmother was an antique dealer in the early 20th century, and she passed on that love of history and antiques to her granddaughter.

Durrer’s husband became interested in antiques when they were young, after she purchased a table at auction for much less than it would have cost to replace it. He was immediately on board and got very interested in antiques after that.

They started out as dealers in a larger shop like what the Antique Emporium is now, before growing their business and becoming owners. They first opened in Shoshone Place, later moved to Monon Square for more space, and then recently relocated back to a smaller building.

Durrer, who holds a license from the International Society of Appraisers, explains

that any one item can have three different values depending on its purpose — whether someone wants to sell it, insure it or simply learn if it has monetary worth.

“They’re wondering, ‘What am I going to do with my things?’ or thinking of their adult children who are faced with cleaning out their parents’ home,” she says. “If I think it’s something that any one of my dealers might be interested in, then we go from there. If I think they won’t, but I have other ideas of where to dispose of it, I help them with that, too.”

Durrer has seen tastes shift over the years.

“What’s happened over the last five years is that people have gone from being more formal to less formal in their tastes. We’re very dependent on the builders and designers,” she says. “I had a terrible fire in 2018 and had to rebuild my house from the ground up. I wanted to put a formal dining room back in, but the builder didn’t want to because it wasn’t ‘current.’

But I won my battle.”

Open-concept designs, she notes, have changed how people buy art and décor.

“All of this open-concept design means there’s a lack of walls to hang things,” Durrer says. “Values of art have changed — not necessarily fine art, but mirrors, formal art prints and curio cabinets. There’s no place to put them, so the items that were going inside them go begging.”

She recalls that country and primitive styles — or “the farmhouse look” — have been popular in recent years.

“I see that waning, but I’m not sure what’s coming on the horizon,” she says. “The younger people have really jumped on the uranium glass. I used to be the only one in the shop with a blacklight, and now I see people coming in carrying them, and I know exactly what they’re looking for.”

Each of her dealers offers a different selection of antiques. She has one who specializes

in teacups and teapots, and another who focuses on vintage toys.

“I have a dealer who does nothing but vinyl,” she says. “A number of years ago, I got rid of all my vinyl records because I couldn’t find a new turntable, and all of a sudden, that generation became old enough to go out and shop for vinyl.”

Durrer tends to buy her own furniture in antique shops because it’s solid wood and well-made, rather than plywood or other cheap materials.

“I am beginning to get younger people saying they bought things at IKEA, but now it’s falling apart and they’re looking to replace it,” she says. “They find out it doesn’t stand up to a family. It’s taken that generation a while to catch on.”

Durrer enjoys the antique business because it forces her to keep learning about new trends, and she loves socializing with customers. Over the decades, she has gathered a wealth of knowledge about manufacturing and history.

“Up until the war, glass often had magnesium in it to harden it,” Durrer says. “Then they needed that for the war, so they found another way to manufacture glass. When that magnesium glass is exposed to light for a long time, it starts to purple. We would buy those items and stick them in the window for the sun to hit them every day, and they’d get a much darker purple. When they don’t turn purple, that tells me how old they are.

“During the early 1900s, the pastime for housewives was learning to paint china,” she adds. That’s where you get all of these pretty plates or cups where there’s just one. Oftentimes they’re signed. I was always surprised by the quality — it looked like a professional had done them. I have my grandmother’s china from 1902 that she monogrammed and painted with gold leaf. What really drives antique shops is that people buy what they remember from grandma’s house.”

The Antique Emporium is located at 170 W. Carmel Drive in Carmel.

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