“Second Saturdays” activities kick-off the December 12th holiday festivities beginning at 11 a.m. and include special performances by local choirs, strolling carolers, holiday entertainment, local artists, and a visit from Santa! Arriving in style, Santa and Mrs. Claus will make a very special visit to the District from 11:30am until 2:30pm, then again from 3:30 – 7pm that day with professional photos offered from inside Santa’s very own house!

ADDBAC businesses will have special sales, promotions and activities for the day listed on a map and flier. Holiday goodies and hot beverages will be available for purchase.

The stage line-up, to date, in the (heated) ADDBAC Tent is:

HEARTBEAT (Hazel Dell Church) – 12:00pm to 12:30pm
OAK SPRING CHURCH PRAISE TEAM – 1:00pm to 1:30pm
ACTORS THEATER OF INDIANA – 2:00pm to 2:30pm
TUDOR ROSE DICKENS CHOIR – 3:30pm to 4:30pm

Also look for the Carmel High School Ambassadors as they stroll through the district caroling from 2:00 pm to 4:00pm.

On August 25, Hedge discovered a large seamount, or underwater mountain protruding 1,100 meters from the ocean floor, using multi-beam sonar.

“The discovery of this seamount is a prime example of how little we know about the Arctic Ocean,” said retired NOAA Capt. Andy Armstrong, the mission’s co-chief scientist and co-director of the NOAA-University of New Hampshire Joint Hydrographic Center. “Christine’s keen observations allowed us to react in time to turn the ship and explore this important seafloor feature in closer detail.”

Indiana’s First Lady Cheri Daniels also attended the event at Carmel Middle School, congratulating Hedge on her seamount discovery, while also highlighting the state’s important connection to the ocean.
“Indiana is the ‘Crossroads of America’ and just like our interstates, Hoosiers depend on sound ocean science to bring us commerce, energy, and jobs,” said Daniels. “Thanks to NOAA’s Teacher at Sea program, Ms. Hedge has an incredible life experience that will inspire future generations of ocean scientists.”

Like many other NOAA Teachers at Sea, Hedge’s students back in Indiana participated in the Arctic voyage by following her online blog from the classroom and their homes. Blog entries are available online.

“When students realize that there are new worlds to be explored and discoveries still to be made, it gets them excited about science and science-related careers,” said Hedge. “I strongly encourage all teachers with a passion for science to get on board a NOAA ship and learn everything they can about the ocean floor and the marine ecosystem.”

NOAA’s Teacher at Sea program was established in 1990 as a way to give kindergarten through college-level instructors hands-on research experience on board NOAA oceanographic, fisheries and coastal mapping vessels. Today, the program has expanded to offer dozens of teachers annually the opportunity to study on board NOAA ships, aircraft and in its world class research facilities.
NOAA understands and predicts changes in the Earth’s environment, from the depths of the ocean to the surface of the sun, and conserves and manages our coastal and marine resources.

Article from www.noaanews.noaa.gov

A longtime soccer player and starting goalkeeper, MacDougall began punting and kicking for the football team last year as a junior. After a successful first season — he led the Hoosier Crossroads Conference in punting at 39 yards per attempt — he decided to come back for his senior year.
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“Soccer has always been my main passion, but football grew on me,” MacDougall said. “I tried football because I had some friends on the team, and they needed a kicker. Now, I really enjoy being out there and understanding the game.”

Both teams have reaped the benefits of his participation.

MacDougall’s solid play in net and 1.3 goals-against average helped the soccer team enter this week at 11-1-2. The seventh-ranked Shamrocks are scheduled to finish the regular season at Hamilton Heights at 7 p.m. today before their showdown with No. 4 Carmel in the Fishers Sectional semifinals Oct. 10.

On the football field, MacDougall is averaging 40.6 yards on 27 punts, while going 1-for-4 on field goal attempts with a 47-yarder in an upset win at Avon in Week 2. Coach Bo Belden also said MacDougall reaches the end zone on 80 to 85 percent of his kickoffs.

Westfield (2-4) hosts McCutcheon (2-4) at 7 p.m. Friday.

“I think he realized he could be a valuable part of what we’re doing,” Belden said. “He likes being out there with us and the guys like having him around.”

MacDougall joins the football team for special teams practice once or twice a week before heading to soccer. He practices with the soccer team daily.

“Soccer is my No. 1 priority, and coach Belden has been very accommodating in that regard,” MacDougall said. “If there’s ever a conflict with games or practices, both coaches know I’ll be at soccer.”

Throw school into the mix, and it’s a pretty time-consuming fall for MacDougall, who credits his parents, Robert and Jennifer, and aunt Susan Gath, for keeping him on track.

“From the coaches, to my family and friends, I have a lot of support around me,” MacDougall said. “At first, it was a little overwhelming, but I’ve gotten used to it over the past two years.”

Soccer coach Myron Vaughn hasn’t noticed a decline in MacDougall’s talent.

“When he’s on the soccer field, his focus is always where it needs to be,” Vaughn said. “I never had an issue with him joining the football team. I saw it as an opportunity for a young man to do something he enjoyed and further his athletic ability.”

With his senior seasons winding down, MacDougall has begun to weigh options for the future. His preference is to play college soccer — his top choices are Indiana University and IUPUI — but he wouldn’t rule out playing football if a scholarship offer was available.

“At this point, I’m leaving the door open,” MacDougall said.

Teen Council
November 18 | 5:00-7:00pm | Free | The Monon Center
The Monon Center is currently looking for teens that are energetic, creative and would like to help plan activities and special events for Carmel Clay Parks & Recreation while also participating in fun activities as a group. If you think you are up for the task, you will not be disappointed. This is a great opportunity for you to meet new friends while developing skills to enhance your personal development. If you have any questions please contact Lindsay Atkinson, Youth Supervisor at 317.574.5247 or latkinson@carmelclayparks.com.

Zumba Teens
November 5-19 | 4:45-5:30pm | $30 | The Monon Center

This Zumba class is tailored to active teens! Zumba is a fitness program inspired by Latin dance and music. Zumba uses a variety of styles in its routines, including merengue, salsa, reggaeton, mambo, rumba, flamenco and calypso. Music selections include both fast and slow rhythms to help tone and sculpt the body. “It’s fun and addictive.” Zumba Teens will take place Thursdays, September 3-24 from 4:45-5:30pm. The fee is $40 per session.

Teen Pilates
November 5-19 | 4:15-5:15pm | $30 | The Monon Center

Today’s teen will appreciate the diverse and interesting course that takes them through the full series of Joseph Pilates original mat program. In a natural progression, teens will challenge their mind and body with set sequences and isolation exercises. Build flexibility, strength, endurance and coordination while sculpting the body’s core muscles. Get lean muscles and better posture to support other sports interests throughout the teen years!

Teen Yoga
November 4-18 | 8:10-9:00am | $22 | The Monon Center

Yoga focuses on the entire body as you learn beginning yoga postures or “Asanas.” Balance, strength and flexibility are all important components of this class as you learn to connect your mind and body. The final relaxation pose, which closes this class, will leave you feeling calm and refreshed. Beg/Int/Adv.

Teen Cycling
November 3-24 | 6:00-6:50pm | $28 | The Monon Center

Cycling is an incredible cardiovascular workout using a specially designed stationary bike. In this class, you can work at your own pace and resistance level as the instructor takes you through drills and hills geared toward improving your cardiovascular fitness. Beg/Int/Adv.

Tonight’s Feature:Coraline rated PG

An adventurous girl finds another world that is a strangely idealized version of her frustrating home, but it has sinister secrets.

Third Phase is the largest women’s shelter, and food and clothing pantry in Hamilton county. In June of this year Third Phase provided food for over 700 households in Hamilton county including over 1400 children and 180 senior citizens. In addition, emergency shelter was provided for 325 people and an additional 21 children.

“This type of art show is a great opportunity for students”, Lois Wyant remarked. “Not only do the students get exposure to a great organization they have the chance to share with the county what they felt and saw at Third Phase through the gift of their art”.

Students are encouraged to visit Third Phase, 15775 Allisonville Road, Noblesville, to take photographs and gain inspiration. The entries must be two-dimensional art pieces with a minimum size of 5×7 and a maximum size of 20×24 and able to be hung on the wall. All pieces are considered a donation to Third Phase and will be available to the public with all proceeds being given to Third Phase. Entries must be turned in 5:00 pm September 18, 2009.

Prizes will be given to the first, second and third place winners and the grand prize winner will receive a prize of $100.

If you have any questions please contact Shannon Vierling @ 317-979-7657 or Lois Wyant @ 317-663-4798.