Health & Fitness
Winning weighs
Dump Your Plump program encourages healthier living through diet and exercise – and some upbeat competition
By Nancy Voris
Photography by Joe Saba
Long before chef Jamie Oliver’s “Food Revolution” or “The Biggest Loser” came on the scene to motivate healthy lifestyles, a Johnson County alliance took aim and hit the target in making weight loss fun for area residents using a team concept and plenty of incentives. “Dump Your Plump” was introduced in 2004 by Partnership for a Healthier Johnson County, a healthy community coalition located at Johnson Memorial Hospital with support from St. Francis Hospital and Health Centers, Community Health Network, the Johnson County Health Department and hundreds of individuals and businesses.
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Saluting all things red white & blue
Greenwood Freedom Festival exudes spirit of America
By Debbye Butler
Photography by Joe Saba
A celebratory picnic, a car show and a mile-long parade. A street fair lined with food vendors, free entertainment and children’s activities. Music, messages and fireworks that are known to bring even the most stoic patriot to tears of pride.
More >>FOCUS: Veterinary Technology
Vets learn new tricks
Advanced technology gives cherished pets longer lives
By Alisa Advani
Photography by William Pohley and Joe Saba
Annual advancements made by medical researchers flood the news while bringing hope and options to physicians and patients. It is no coincidence that many of these same developments also apply to veterinary science. The American Veterinary Medical Association reports that people own more than 72 million dogs and 82 million cats in the United States alone. Seventy-eight percent of these animals’ owners consider them as surrogate children. Considering these staggering numbers, the task of preserving a beloved family pet’s health is immense. However, southside pet owners can rest assured. In this issue’s FOCUS section, South explores the advancements in technology available to veterinary professionals.
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Bagging the elusive getaway
Family’s hunt for country solitude ends at log retreat
By Greg Seiter
Photography by Dario Impini
In some ways, Brian Bauer is a very private person. In fact, as president, CEO and sole owner of Indianapolis-based Phenix Investigations Inc., a company that specializes in corporate surveillance and undercover work, it could be argued the Greenwood resident has made quite a successful career for himself by simply flying under the radar. However, while Bauer and his Brazilian-born wife, Simone, admittedly enjoy times of peace and tranquility, they also relish time spent with family and friends. So, perhaps it’s only fitting that the Bauers and their two children recently built a secluded log home in southern Indiana that allows them to entertain guests in an almost wilderness-like setting while escaping the hustle and bustle associated with city life.
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Distinguished by his service
John Auld ensures that needs of Franklin as a community are met.
By Greg Seiter
Photography by William Pohley
The desire to help others and to be an active part of the community in which he lives seems to come naturally to Franklin resident John Auld. In fact, as a widely recognized civic leader, the president of Franklin Insurance has succeeded both personally and professionally in finding ways to lend a helping hand to those in need. Over the years, through countless hours spent attending meetings, organizing activities and volunteering his time, Auld has often played a major role in developing, coordinating and implementing a variety of initiatives in and around Franklin that have ultimately proven beneficial to other individuals, groups and organizations. Last fall, however, to his surprise, the tables were turned on Auld as he suddenly found himself benefiting from the work others had secretly been doing on his behalf.
More >>- August 1
“Tri Indy - Triathlon”
7:30 a.m., White River State Park - August 5
“Animals and All That Jazz ”
, Indianapolis Zoo - August 5
“Greg Foresman”
5:30 p.m., Downtown Columbus - August 6
“A Fish Called Wanda”
6 p.m., Indianapolis Museum of Art - August 7
“Bean Blossom Gospel Jubilee”
, Bill Monroe Memorial Music Park and Campground - August 7
“Clay Day at the Spears Gallery”
9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Spears Gallery - August 7
“Jennie DeVoe”
7 and 9 p.m., Mallow Run Winery - August 7
“Rascal Flatts”
8 p.m., Indiana State Fairgrounds - August 8
“Alice in Wonderland Junior”
Times Vary, Buck Creek Players - August 8
“Buckcreek Players presents “Alice in Wonderland Junior"”
, Buck Creek Players - August 8
“Gen Con Indy”
, Indiana Convention Center - August 8
“Janet Hansen Fund Wine Country Road Rally”
, South central parts of Indiana’s wine country - August 12
“Animals and All That Jazz ”
, Indianapolis Zoo - August 12
“Justin Bieber ”
7 p.m., Conseco Fieldhouse - August 13
“Stand By Me”
6 p.m., Indianapolis Museum of Art - August 14
“His Girl Friday”
2 and 7:30 p.m., Historic Artcraft Theatre - August 14
“Drum Corps International World Championships”
, Lucas Oil Stadium - August 14
“Green-Stock Music Festival”
, Valley Branch Retreat and Paintball Valley - August 14
“Eight Days a Week”
7 p.m., Greenwood Amphitheater - August 14
“Gin Blossoms and The Rembrandts”
6 p.m., Mill Race Park, Columbus - August 15
“Greater Greenwood Community Band”
7 p.m., Surina Square Amphitheatre - August 15
“Devour Downtown”
, Downtown Indianapolis - August 19
“Animals and All That Jazz ”
, Indianapolis Zoo - August 20
“L.A. Confidential”
6 p.m., Indianapolis Museum of Art - August 20
“Sugarland”
, Indiana State Fairgrounds - August 21
“16th annual Car Show and Swap Meet”
9 a.m., Johnson County Park - August 21
“WAMM Fest 2010”
, Craig Park - Greenwood - August 22
“Indiana State Fair”
, Indiana State Fairgrounds - August 27
“O Brother, Where Art Thou?”
6 p.m., Indianapolis Museum of Art - August 27
“The Woomblies”
5 p.m., Downtown Franklin - August 28
“Oklahoma”
2 and 7:30 p.m., Historic Artcraft Theatre - August 28
“Bean Blossom Blues, Brews & BBQ”
, Bill Monroe Memorial Music Park and Campground - August 28
“Guys That Rock ”
7 p.m., Greenwood Amphitheater - August 28
“Columbus ArtFest”
10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Downtown Columbus - September 2
“The Tides”
5:30 p.m., Downtown Columbus - September 6
“15th Rib America Festival”
, Military Park - September 11
“Gone With The Wind”
2 and 7:30 p.m., Historic Artcraft Theatre - September 11
“Eighth annual Bean Blossom BikerFest”
, Bill Monroe Memorial Music Park and Campground - September 11
“Penrod ”
9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Indianapolis Museum of Art - September 12
“Greater Greenwood Community Band”
7 p.m., Surina Square Amphitheatre - September 12
“Rock Stars, Cars, & Guitars”
, Indianapolis Children's Museum - September 12
“25th annual Heartnut Heritage Festival”
, Johnson County Park - September 12
“2010 Quest for the West exhibition”
, Eiteljorg Museum - September 12
“38th annual Cider Run Custom Car Show”
8 a.m. to 3 p.m., Brown County State Park - September 12
“Columbus’ annual Scottish Festival ”
, Bartholomew County Fairgrounds - September 18
“22nd annual Hope Ride”
, Hope, Ind. - September 18
“Hot Rods & Rock ‘n’ Roll”
, Downtown Columbus - September 19
“15th annual Indy Irish Fest”
, Military Park - September 25
“Inaugural Mallow Run Run”
4 p.m., Mallow Run Winery - September 26
“B-Movie Celebration”
2 and 7:30 p.m., Historic Artcraft Theatre - September 26
“43rd annual Hope Heritage Days”
, Hope, Ind. - October 2
“2010 Greenways of Greenwood 5K”
9 a.m., Downtown Greenwood - October 3
“Brown County Hills Challenge Bike Ride”
, Brown County State Park - October 10
“Indiana Junior Rodeo”
, Hoosier Horse Park - October 15
“5K walk/run and 1-mile family fun walk”
5 p.m., Franklin Cultural Arts and Recreation Center - October 15
“Pumpkins in the Park”
5 p.m., Franklin Cultural Arts and Recreation Center - October 16
“Greater Greenwood Community Band ”
7 p.m., Greenwood H.S. Auditorium - October 17
“Indy Wine Trail Wineries - Chili & Wine”
, Indy Wine Trail - December 11
“Greater Greenwood Community Band ”
7 p.m., Greenwood H.S. Auditorium