Looking to the lucky new year - 2013!!!

* * * January Indiana Events 2013 * * *

Central Indiana RV Show Indianapolis January 12th to 20thwww.centralindianarvshow.net

Fort Wayne Farm Show Ft. Wayne January 15th to 17thwww.tradeexpos.com/ftwayne

Indiana Flea Market Indianapolis January 18th to 20thwww.stewartpromotions.com

Annual Valley RV and Camping Show South Bend January 18th to 20thwww.rvshows.org

Indiana Fishing Expo Franklin January 25th to 27thwww.indianafishingexpo.com

Indianapolis Home Show Indianapolis January 25th to February 3rdwww.indianapolishomeshow.com

Week Of Chocolate Festival - Art Of Chocolate Bloomington January 26th to February 3rd www.weekofchocolate.com

RV Show Fort Wayne January 31st to February 3rd www.rvshows.org

It's Beginning to look a lot like Christmas in Indiana

Most towns have Christmas light displays at various goverment or businesses that are known for their displays.  Below is a list of ambitious private homeowners who have gone above and beyond the call of Christmas duty.  They even have websites about their displays.  These cover most of the state - so one of these clear nights coming up - toss the kids in the car (in their pajamas) and go check them out!

The White Christmas,Indiana, Brownsburg, Ryan, private residence

Noblesville Lights,Indiana, Elkhart, Jay Strycker, private residence

Jones Lights,Indiana, Fishers-Geist Overlook, Greg Jones, private residence

Lacawb Lights,Indiana, Fort Wayne, Caravelle & Ruffner Rd, Andrew and Lea, private residence

Mr. Christmas,Indiana, Fort Wayne, Joel Lange, private residence

Eubank Christmas,Indiana, Greencastle, Justin, private residence

Blow Molds R Us,Indiana, Huntington, Thomas Steiner, private residence

Indy Christmas,438 S. High School, Indiana, Indianapolis Unknown, private residence

Shumaker Christmas,10864 Grace Drive, Indiana, Ingalss, Joshua Shumaker, private residence

Christmas Quick Flash Designs,Indiana, Noblesville, Jay Strycker, private residence

Kamp Lights,Indiana, Saint John, Luke Kamp, private residence

Computer Christmas Lights,Indiana, Scottsburg, Mark Obermiller, private residence

Seymour Lights,Indiana, Seymour, Brett Hays, private residence

Not Enough Lights,Indiana, Whiteland, Steve Cisco, private residence

Know When to Buy!!!

Since it is the shopping season - we thought we would share some seasonal tips on when you can get the best prices on certain products.

See the full gallery on Posterous

January - Sporting goods, Furniture, Linnens and bedding
February - Air conditioners, cameras, luggage
March - China, flatware, gardening tools, winter outerwear
April - Athletic footwear, computers, vacuum cleaners
May - BBQ accessories, patio furniture, spring and summer clothing
June - Health Club memberships, mens suits, tools
July - appliances, lawn and garden supplies
August - camping equipment, linens and storage containers, wine
September - Bicycles, cars, grills and lawn mowers
October - Cookware, lingerie, RV's
November - GPS, baby products, TV's, electronics
December - cars, small appliances, tools, toys

Mark your calendar and be patient!  Then you can spend that extra money on a vacation!

Indiana Lifeline Law - Did you know?

Wanted to be sure you are aware of the Indiana Lifeline Law......particularly if you have teens/young adults.

The Indiana Lifeline Law provides immunity for the crimes of public intoxication, minor possession, minor consumption and minor transportation alcohol to persons who reveal themselves to law enforcement while seeking medical assistance for a person suffering fro an alcohol-related health emergency.

In order to receive immunity, the person must demonstrate that they are acting in good faith by completing ALL the following:

1.  Providing full name and other relevant info requested by law enforcement

2.  Remaining on the scene until law enforcement and emergency medical assistance arrives

3.  Cooperating with authorities on the scene

The law will no interfere with law enforcement procedures or limit the ability to prosecute for other criminal offenses such as providing to a minor, operating while intoxicated, or possession of a controlled substance.

Doing the right thing has often been overshadowed by fear.  

Get more details at their website  HERE

Don't Hibernate This Winter!!!!

* * * December Indiana Events 2012 * * *

Fortville Winter Festival Fortville 
December 1st
www.fortvillefestival.com/Bloomington Early Music Festival Bloomington 
December 2nd
www.blemf.org
West Lafayette Christmas Parade Lafayette 
December 2nd
www.lafayettewestlafayettechristmasparade.com

* * * January Indiana Events 2013 * * *

All-Canada Show Indianoplis
January 7th to 9th
www.allcanada.com Central Indiana RV Show Indianapolis
January 12th to 20th
www.centralindianarvshow.net
Fort Wayne Farm Show Ft. Wayne
January 15th to 17th
www.tradexpos.com/ftwayne/
Indiana Fishing Expo Franklin 
January 25th to 27th
www.indianafishingexpo.com
Indianapolis Home Show Indianapolis 
January 25th to February 3rd
www.indianapolishomeshow.com
Week Of Chocolate Festival - Art Of Chocolate Bloomington
January 26th to February 3rd
www.weekofchocolate.com 

Foreclosure review

If your home was involved in a foreclosure in 2009 or 2010, you MAY qualify for a free independent review to determine if the process was handled properly.  You MAY be owed compensation or other remedy if there were errors or other problems that caused financial harm.
The federal government has required certain lenders to offer the reviews.  The complete list of these vendors can be found at www.independentforeclosurereview.com. This list includes lenders such as Bank of America, Chase, Wells Fargo, PNC, CountryWide, Sun Trush, HSBC, National City to name a few.
Eligibility requirements are:  loan payments were sent to one of the servicers listed, the foreclosure was initiated, pending or completed between 1/1/09 - 12/31/10, and it involved your principal residence.
Letters were sent out to eligible homeowners in 2011 - but there is always that chance that it was lost in the mail.  If you think you are eligible, call 1-888-952-9105.
You MUST request a review before December 31, 2012.

Get a personal response from Santa!

Dear Santa... Send letters through Downtown mailbox
Each year, Santa's mailbox is installed on the east side of Monument Circle (Indianapolis)for children of all ages to drop off their letters addressed to Santa. From the North Pole, Santa himself will personally answer each letter with a return address faster than Rudolph the reindeer can fly! Letters can be sent Nov. 14 - Dec. 13.  (Stamped, self-addressed envelope is appreciated.)

Indiana Inheritance Tax - possibly on your own money - beware!

A couple got quite a surprise after doing what they thought was a wise decision.  As they got older, they added their daughters name to their bank accounts so she would have access to their funds in case of emergency.
An unexpected tragedy saw their daughter pass away a couple years later.  Two months after her death, they received a tax bill on their own bank account funds!  According to the state law, 1/3 of their own money was "inherited".
Banks are not required to inform customers of this situation - so beware!  Indiana is one of 6 states currently that tax inheritances.  Four states exempt parents (but not Indiana).
Bank officials suggest simply granting a child power of attorney to avoid this situation.
Be sure to consult a professional before doing anything with your money!

Central Indiana Economic News

economic_overview.pdf Download this file

Courtesy of Develop Indy

Enter to win - and "flip the switch"

Your child could "flip the switch" on the largest Christmas Tree in the state.

If you have a child 12 and under - go to the link below and print out the color page and rules for submission.  There is also an opportunity for kids 13-18 to write an essay about community tradition and win $1,000.00

http://www.indydt.com/COLColoringSheet.pdf

 

Halloween Trick or Treat Times and Tips for Central Indiana

The following are trick or treat times for central Indiana communities for Halloween 2012.  Last year's hours are listed if 2012 hours were not available.

Anderson 5:00-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Avon 6-9pm, Wednesday , October 31

Beech Grove 6-9pm Wednesday , October 31

Bloomington 5:30-8:30pm Wednesday , October 31

Brownsburg 6-9pm Wednesday , October 31

Carmel 5-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Cicero 6-8:30pm Wednesday , October 31

Columbus 5-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Crawfordsville 5-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Cumberland 5-9pm Wednesday , October 31

Danville 6-9pm Wednesday , October 31

Decatur 6:00 pm-8:00 pm Wednesday , October 31

Delphi 6-8:30pm Wednesday , October 31

Fishers 5-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Franklin 6-9pm Wednesday , October 31

Greencastle 5-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Greenfield 5:30-8:30pm (last year's hours) Wednesday , October 31

Greenwood 6-8:30pm Wednesday , October 31

Indianapolis 6-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Kokomo 6-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Lapel 6:30-8:30pm Wednesday , October 31

Lawrence 5:30-8:30pm Wednesday , October 31

Lebanon 6-9pm Wednesday , October 31

Martinsville 6-8:30pm Wednesday , October 31

McCordsville 5:30-8:30pm Wednesday , October 31

Monrovia 5-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Mooresville 6:30-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Muncie 5-8pm Wednesday , October 31

New Castle 5-8pm Wednesday , October 31

New Palestine 6-9pm Wednesday , October 31

New Whiteland 6-9pm Wednesday , October 31

Noblesville - 5:30 - 8:30pm- Wednesday , October 31

Pittsboro 6-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Plainfield 6-9pm Wednesday , October 31

Shelbyville 6-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Sherdan 6-10pm Wednesday , October 31

Speedway 6-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Westfield 5-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Whitestown 5:30-8:30pm Wednesday , October 31

Zionsville 5-8pm Wednesday , October 31

Other events

'Spooktacular' event celebrates witching season with free fun for entire family

Indianapolis: Washington Square Mall will offer little ghouls and goblins a safe place to haunt this Halloween as they present their annual Safe Trick-or-Treat on Wednesday, October 31, 2012, from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Kids can join in all the frightfully fun activities for Halloween in a safe, climate-controlled environment. Costumed characters are invited to go store-to-store exchanging ghoulish greetings for sweet treats.

In addition to collecting Halloween treats, kids and their parents can also get acquainted with several local community groups and organizations that will have information tables set up throughout the mall. These groups, in addition to retailers, will also be passing out Halloween treats.

Review this list as the sun rises on Halloween and make sure all are checked before dusk.

Home

· Remove hazards from front porch and yard, such as pots, branches, candles and hoses.

· Confine household pets, and make sure they are wearing collars.

· Leave jack-o-lantern carving to adults and use battery-powered lights.

Food

· Talk to children in advance about boundaries for how many pieces of candy will be eaten Halloween night (three to five recommended).

· When choosing candies to give on Halloween, select ones with nutritional value like chocolates (the darker the better) or candies with nuts.

· Send kids trick-or-treating on a full stomach by planning an easy meal, like a bowl of whole-wheat pasta or a quick peanut butter and banana sandwich.

Costumes

· Make sure masks have eyeholes large enough for full vision.

· Check for loose clothing that could easily brush up against jack-o-lanterns.

· Read labels to make sure fabrics are flame resistant-remind to stop, drop and roll.

......courtesy of WTHR TV.

We Are The Champions!

Be Proud and Loud Indiana !!!!  We have a championship team RIGHT NOW!!!!

From the Indianapolis Star:

INDIANAPOLIS – The Indiana Fever and the City of Indianapolis will honor the Fever’s first WNBA championship with a celebration scheduled for Tuesday at 12:00 p.m. The Fever invites its fans throughout Central Indiana to join in Tuesday’s downtown celebration. Details and timing of the event will be announced on Monday.

With its Game 4 victory over the Minnesota Lynx on Sunday evening, the Fever captured the WNBA title during what was its eighth consecutive trip to the WNBA Playoffs. It is the city’s first professional basketball championship since the 1973 Indiana Pacers won the ABA crown.

Fever Chief Operating Officer and General Manager Kelly Krauskopf has guided and directedthe franchise since its inception in 1999 and its first season in 2000. Star player Tamika Catchings has been with the franchise since being drafted by the club in 2001. Head Coach Lin Dunn joined thefranchise in 2003 as a scout and later assistant coach, and hometown girl Katie Douglas, who prepped at Perry Meridian High School and won an NCAA title with Purdue, joined the Fever via trade in 2008. Each of those individuals is celebrating their first WNBA crown after years of successes while falling short of a title.

               

As of Sunday evening, they are world champions of women’s basketball!  Congrats to the entire team.  We love you gals!