Geist Jewelers to Sponsor Geist Half, designing & creating medals

Organizers of the Geist Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk Presented by Community Health Network today announced Geist Jewelers as a $10,000 Captain’s Sponsor of the inaugural race around Geist Reservoir on May 17th, 2008. As a part of their sponsorship, Geist Jewelers will design and create the top three medals for the Half Marathon and 5K races as well as commemorative medals for all race finishers.

“We are excited to be a part of this great community event,” said Dennis Morton, co-owner of Geist Jewelers with his wife Beth. “Our designers will come up with unique custom designed medals that we will cast right here in our store near the start line at 116th and Olio. They will definitely be something that everyone will cherish.”

In addition to the medals, Geist Jewelers will provide free engraving on the back for medalists who come by their store after the race.

“An event like this wouldn’t be possible without the support of the community,” said Britt. “Area businesses partners like Geist Jewelers help make our mission of promoting healthy lifestyle choices to our area children possible.”

Designed to help kids get healthy and fit, the “My Community Gets Healthy” program will be phased into Lawrence Township schools starting this fall. Other health and wellness programs will be funded in nearby Hamilton Southeastern Schools as well.

Geist Jewelers joins Bella Vita Ristorante as a $10,000 supporter of the inaugural race. Sponsors and volunteers for the event are still needed. For sponsorship information or to register to volunteer, visit www.GeistHalf.com.

About the Geist Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk
The Geist Half Marathon Inc. is an Indiana non-profit corporation organized to inspire health and wellness in the children surrounding Geist Reservoir in Indianapolis, Indiana. Working closely with the Lawrence Township School Foundation and Hamilton Southeastern School Foundation, the Geist Half Marathon will raise funds to benefit area fitness programs in Lawrence Township and Hamilton Southeastern Schools. Registration is $40 for half marathon entrants, $20 for 5 K participants. For more information, visit www.GeistHalf.com.

Toxic Algae Problem to be Discussed at Yacht Club

Senator Gard, Senator Merritt, Veolia Water, Indiana Health Department, IDEM, and DNR representatives to be on-hand for information session

Residents of Geist will be able to discuss concerns regarding the recent outbreak of troublesome blue-green algae in Geist Reservoir during a meeting at the Indianapolis Yacht Club 8 a.m. Friday, August 31, with Sens. Jim Merritt (R-Indianapolis) and Beverly Gard (R-Greenfield). Sen. Merritt represents Geist residents in Marion County and Sen. Gard represents Geist residents in Hamilton County.

Officials at the Indiana State Department of Health issued a warning against recreational use of the reservoir earlier this month when routine tests found the algae in the water. When consumed, the algae can cause gastric distress, respiratory problems and, in rare cases, liver failure. A rash can also develop if skin comes in contact with the contaminated water.

“We’re going to hear from representatives of state government as well as a water quality scientist from IUPUI,” Gard said.

Dr. Lenore Tedesco, director of the Center for the Earth and Environmental Science at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis will be present to discuss results of recent tests she conducted on water samples from the Reservoir. Representatives from the Indiana Department of Environmental Management, Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Veolia Water and the IDOH, will also be in attendance.

“Water quality is a vital concern to everyone,” Merritt said. “I am very interested to hear what Dr. Tedesco has to say about the water quality of Geist Reservoir and how we can proactively handle this situation in the future.”

Location of the Indianapolis Yacht Club: 12900 Fall Creek Rd., McCordsville.

Contact 2/5 Networking Luncheon

Host:	Contact 2/5
Location:	Claddagh Irish Pub
When:	Thursday, September 6, 11:15AM to 1:00PM
Cost:	Pay only for lunch-order from menu
Register:	317/213-3223 or stacy@jpfrog.com
Phone:	569-3663

Please join us for a unqiue face-to-face networking luncheon! You’ll have the opportunity to meet a new prospect every 5 minutes! We highly encourage you to bring a guest that is in a different industry than yours. This allows for minimal redundancy of industries.

Please R.S.V.P. by Wednesday, September 5th. It’s important to give us an accurate count.

Open networking from 11:15- 11:30AM. Meeting starts at 11:30 - 1:00PM.

Drawing: GIFT CERTIFICATE from our host restaurant for members only.

Mark your Calendar: Next Meeting, Thursday, October 4th - TBD

Resident Meeting Being Held Over Geist Reservoir’s Algae Problem

All Geist residents are invited to the Indianapolis Yacht Club this Friday morning at 8:00 am to discuss the status of the current blue-green algae toxin levels in Geist Reservoir.

PRINCESS PARTY

PRINCESS PARTY @ Art Amour

Come enjoy an afternoon dressed as your favorite Princess and create 3 Beautiful Princess Projects.

September 15th, 2pm-4pm

Cost: $30 per person

Reserve YOUR spot today. Please RSVP to 577.0326 or paintpottery@artamour.com

Art Amour (a paint your own pottery studio)
8972 E. 96th Street
Fishers, IN
(just east of Lantern Road, in the Starbucks Strip)
www.ArtAmour.com

Big Brothers Watch Colts Up Close Thanks to Old National Bank

For two Big Brothers and two Little Brothers matched in mentoring relationships through Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana, the Monday, August 20th pre-season game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Chicago Bears was more than just another night of Monday Night Football.  Thanks to the generosity of Old National Bank, these “Bigs” and “Littles” enjoyed the game from a unique vantage point – the field.

The donation of field-level Colts tickets gave Big Brother Regan Johnson and his 17 year-old Little Brother Max and Big Brother Matt Hammond and his 9 year-old Little Brother Kayyonn (pictured) the opportunity to share an unforgettable experience together that would not otherwise have been possible.

Old National Bank is a corporate partner of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Indiana (BBBSCI) and nationally a corporate partner of Big Brothers Big Sisters of America.  In addition to offering tickets to Monday’s Colts game, Old National Bank encourages employees to volunteer their time as mentors in Big Brothers Big Sisters youth mentoring programs.  Eight Old National Bank employees volunteer as Big Brothers or Big Sisters with BBBSCI, including Indianapolis Region President of Old National Bank Randy Reichmann.

Reichmann has said of his interest in the program, “As we get older, life becomes less about being successful and more about being significant. The Big Brothers Big Sisters program is a chance to make a difference…with people who are passionate about the cause and committed to making this a great experience for the child and the volunteer.”

Reichmann will be a Big Brother for the first time beginning this fall at IPS #2, one of many BBBSCI school partners that allows mentors to meet with youth once a week at the school during lunch or recess.  Many Big “Bigs” find this volunteer option to be a good fit for their schedules.

Reichmann discussed his decision to get involved, “I was concerned about the time commitment.  My kids are getting older but still remain my highest priority so I wondered if I could really make this work.  The mentor program [in local schools] was the perfect solution for me.  I could make it work in my schedule, get a feel for what being a Big is all about, and hopefully help out a child.”

In addition to many IPS schools, BBBSCI partners with schools in Hamilton and Johnson counties to offer this mentoring opportunity to youth and potential “Bigs” in Central Indiana.

“Blithe Spirit” Kicks Off Mud Creek Players Season

Mud Creek Players will open their 2007-2008 season with the classic hit comedy, “Blithe Spirit” by Noel Coward. The show, directed by Carla Crandall, tells the story of what happens when Charles Condimine (played by Randy Fancher) inadvertently conjures up the spirit of his long dead first wife Elvira (Robin Peet) much to the dismay of his current wife Ruth (Dana Lesh). The cast also includes Ginny Burt as Madam Arcati, the medium, Bob Williams and Judy McGroarty as Doctor and Mrs. Bradman, and Ann Ellerbrook as the maid.

The show will be presented Friday and Saturday nights September 21 through October 6 at 8 pm. There will also be a matinee Sunday Sep 30 at 2:30 pm. Tickets are $10 for all performances, except the matinee which is $8. Reservations are recommended by calling 317-290-5343 or visiting www.mudcreekplayers.org. The theater is located at 9740 East 86th Street in Indianapolis, at the corner of Mud Creek Road and 86th Street.

Mud Creek Players have been presenting theatrical production on the northeast side of Indianapolis since 1950.

“Blithe Spirit” Kicks Off Mud Creek Players Season

Mud Creek Players will open their 2007-2008 season with the classic hit comedy, “Blithe Spirit” by Noel Coward. The show, directed by Carla Crandall, tells the story of what happens when Charles Condimine (played by Randy Fancher) inadvertently conjures up the spirit of his long dead first wife Elvira (Robin Peet) much to the dismay of his current wife Ruth (Dana Lesh). The cast also includes Ginny Burt as Madam Arcati, the medium, Bob Williams and Judy McGroarty as Doctor and Mrs. Bradman, and Ann Ellerbrook as the maid.

The show will be presented Friday and Saturday nights September 21 through October 6 at 8 pm. There will also be a matinee Sunday Sep 30 at 2:30 pm. Tickets are $10 for all performances, except the matinee which is $8. Reservations are recommended by calling 317-290-5343 or visiting www.mudcreekplayers.org. The theater is located at 9740 East 86th Street in Indianapolis, at the corner of Mud Creek Road and 86th Street.

Mud Creek Players have been presenting theatrical production on the northeast side of Indianapolis since 1950.

End of Summer Beach Party at Bella Vita

Spend your Labor Day Sunday at Bella Vita on the beach with live music from Living Proof, drink specials, and the end of summer beach party!