Fitness

Refresh Natural Beauty With Aesthetics

Peter Kunz, MD, Leads Boutique Aesthetic Surgery Practice With Compassion, Advanced Technology And Natural-Looking Treatments Article by Allyson (Ally) Straczek | Photography by Brianna Richardson Minimally Invasive Aesthetic Surgery (MIAS) was founded by Peter Kunz, MD, to be the premier practice for minimally invasive aesthetic surgery in Carmel and the surrounding Indianapolis area. Board-certified, Dr. Kunz has crafted his boutique practice to be patient-centered, where patients feel like...

Wellness

Hippotherapy At Its Finest

Children's TherAplay Foundation: Physical, Occupational, Speech Therapy With Horsepower Article by Julie Brown Patton Children with disabilities and diverse needs receive innovative physical, occupational and speech therapy at Carmel-headquartered Children's TherAplay, using the movement of horses to accelerate physical, emotional and behavioral development through a medical approach called hippotherapy — named such because the Greek word  hippos  means  horse. Kathy Pelletier, executive...

Wellness

Perfecting Pelvic Health

Restore Your Core's Physical Therapy Experts Provide Customized Treatment Approaches Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Katherine Mei, Kelli White, Brianna Richardson Pelvic floor physical therapy is a critical component in the journey to wellness, especially for those recovering from injury, surgery or managing chronic pain.  "Restore Your Core Physical Therapy was founded in 2016 out of our deep desire to provide patients with the care they deserve, delivered by compassionate...

Arts + Culture

Sugar+Spice = Phyto Advice

Herb Society Members Examine All Elements Of Culinary, Growing Herbalism Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Sue Arnold "Sometimes you need the silence of plants to recover from the noise of humans." Certain area residents agree with this concept wholeheartedly. Members of Carmel-based Herb Society of Central Indiana also serve as a chapter of the Herb Society of America. Local founding member Sue Arnold says the mission of the group is to promote the knowledge, use and delight...

Life + Culture

Sharing Produce Bounty

Fuller Farms Grows, Donates And Increases Healthy Food For Those In Need Article by Julie Brown Patton Planting seeds of generosity is the mission figuratively and literally of regional business owner Travis Fuller and Fox59/CBS4 anchor/reporter Rafael Sánchez. These two buddies are voluntarily helping others by providing free, homegrown produce, one batch at a time. In 2022, Fuller says he was inspired by a speaker during a Lenten breakfast at New Bethel Methodist Church regarding the value...

Life + Culture

Christkindlmarkt 2025 Season Lineup

Carmel Hosts Acclaimed Holiday Market With Authentic German Food, Artisans, Musicians, Beloved Event Traditions Article by Colton Howard, Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Roben Bellomo Carmel Christkindlmarkt, Inc. (CCI) representatives have a stellar event, entertainment and set of vendors teed up for the eighth Carmel Christkindlmarkt season now through Dec. 24. Notably, this magical, local event has been voted the Best Holiday Market in USA Today’s 10Best competition at least four...

Arts + Culture

Rescuing Indiana's Interurban Trolleys

Carmel Resident And Other Volunteers Give New Life To Beloved History Via America's Original Streetcars Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Hoosier Heartland Trolley Co. Before the internet existed, vehicles, interstates, trains and trolleys were kingpins of connections. Indiana once boasted the nation's largest interurban electric railway, linking rural communities to downtown Indianapolis. Now, volunteers comprising The Hoosier Heartland Trolley Co. restore these historic trolleys...

Shopping

Pondering Holiday Gift Ideas?

Santa Soiree, Treasures And Gift Cards Help Recipients Celebrate Season In Style Article by Julie Brown Patton In time for holiday gatherings or gifts is the brand-new Danielle's Popcorn at Clay Terrace. Beyond their retail offerings, the shop's team specializes in catering services perfect for presents, weddings, corporate events and special occasions of all kinds. They also provide virtual fundraising opportunities ideal for athletic teams, faith-based organizations and performing arts...

Home Services

Grateful To Keep Others Safer

New Bath Today Pros Help Customers Remodel Bath Spaces, Age In Place While Supporting Community Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Provided by New Bath Today "I'm personally grateful to go to work every day to help customers stay safer, have peace of mind and remain independent in their own homes," says Frank Watz, consumer finance manager for New Bath Today in Carmel and SageHome corporate. Due to NBT's focus on making bath spaces safer, he says the company's specialists provide...

Arts + Culture

Appreciating Art's Saving Grace

Artist Matt "Rosey" Rosebrough Channels Struggles With Depression/OCD Into Vivid, Hopeful Paintings To Inspire, Sell Article by Julie Brown Patton | Photography by Jordan Elsey/Elsey Designs LLC "Every time I paint, I’m not just creating on canvas, I’m navigating my mind. Living with OCD means my process is about balance, taking the chaos in my head and finding rhythm through brushstrokes," says regional fine artist Matt "Rosey" Rosebrough.  "Painting quiets the noise and opens space for...