October 2018 Newsletter This Month: Whitely Clean Up Update Learning Motivate Our Minds Makers Market

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We are rapidly approaching the time when we have the privilege to exercise the power to elect our city and county officials. This is something that we cannot afford to take lightly. I know that sometimes people may feel it is pointless to vote, or that their vote does not really count. But the only way to change what we don’t like and preserve what we do like about our political condition is by voting.

Protests and marches, rallies and demonstrations are all good ways to bring light to a situation, but our vote is the only thing that can replace or maintain an administration. And that is the place from which real change comes. We know the kinds of things our community needs. We just have to join together and become a voice strong enough to say it in a way that “counts.” An increase in voting will not just bring attention to issues but also action. Our vote is like the volume dial on a speaker. The higher the number, the louder the sound. So, let’s kick it up a notch this November. Let’s vote loud enough that the sound of our vote will not only be heard, but also so that the size and power of our vote cannot be ignored.

A Letter from the President

President Frank T. Scott, Sr.

Fall 2018 Neighborhood Cleanup Our Whitely Fall Cleanup was a great success. We had a lot of support from a lot of areas. The thing that impressed me the most was not how much we were able to clean up, but how little there was to clean up. In 2015 Whitely won first place in the Spring Cleanup for the neighborhood that was able to remove the most trash, with over 32,000 pounds of trash, debris, junk and litter being taken out of our community. This year, as we walked back and forth and up and down the streets of Whitely, the first thing people who had participated in previous cleanups noticed was how little trash and litter there was to pick up. Not only that, but most of

our residents’ lawns were also cut and trimmed. There were several abandoned houses that had been taken down; and thanks to the efforts of Mr. Johnny Strong and Mr. Michael Ross, many of the sidewalks and curbs which had been overgrown with grass and weeds were also cleared and trimmed. The other thing that stood out was the (previously) overgrown island along Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd.—also cut down and cleared. We would like to thank all those who came to our neighborhood and joined us in this effort. Students from Ball State, staff from Muncie Power Products, workers from the Sanitation Department, and especially our Whitely residents who helped

How Can I Make My Community Better?

Become a Member of the Whitely Community Council Be a part of making positive changes in your community.

Get free access to the Whitely Toolshed.

Get assistance with your home repairs during neighborhood makeovers. Sign up for a membership during a monthly meeting. For tool shed help, speak to Tenisha at Connection Corner (765-747-8216). Applications can be filled out at a Whitely CC meeting or in person at Connection Corner (1824 E Centennial). Memberships must be renewed annually. Yearly membership costs are as follows:

$15 for individual or family membership $50 for business membership

Donate to Whitely Community Council Donation checks can be made out to Whitely Community Council and mailed to P.O. Box 665, Muncie, IN 47308 or via online donation at whitelycc.org

Volunteer Call 288-1892 or ask about volunteer opportunities at the next Whitely CC meeting.

Join a Committee There are seven Goal Committees as well as Hospitality and Membership Committees. Everyone in this community has something to offer, and we would love to benefit from your experience, knowledge, talent, and passion for the community. Help us make Whitely better by getting involved in leadership efforts. Listed below are each of the committees:

Goal 1: Beautification and Improved Infrastructure Goal 2: Community Safety Goal 3: Education and Health Promotion Goal 4: Employment and Business Support

Goal 5: Neighborhood Pride and Event Planning Goal 6: Resource Development and Fundraising Goal 7: Advertising and Public Relations

Fall 2018 Neighborhood Clean Up Cont.

United Way Day of Action Friday, September 14th was the annual United Way Day of Action. According to Denise King, Director of Resource Development, this was a huge success, in fact the “biggest in recent memory.” King attributed this to key partnerships, including Ball State University and IU Health. All in all, there were 755 volunteers, working on 32 projects around the city, for a total of 2,425 volunteer hours, and an estimated economic impact of about $57,557. A few of the local projects included clean up at MadJax, A Better Way, The Cardinal Greenway, and Cornerstone Center for the Arts. The event kicked off the evening before with a concert downtown, Voices (Re)United. Performances by Cook and Belle, Jennie DeVoe, Keith O'Neal, and Jennifer Stanley were enjoyed by thousands, as well as speeches by Mayor Dennis Tyler and Ball State President Geoffrey Mearns.

Last year, United Way exceeded its fundraising goal by around 20%, and all indications are that 2018 will be another success for the organization, thanks to community members.

—Article by Susan Polcz Volbrecht

(continued) lead the groups and welcomed all these wonderful volunteers to our neighborhood. We also want to thank everyone who helped sponsor this event: Mac’s Restaurant for breakfast, Senator Tim Lanane and Subway for lunch,

Walmart who provided water for both days, the City of Muncie and Sanitation Department for totes and trucks, the Muncie Boys and Girls Club, and the United Way team and Jim Flatford. Because of the continued efforts of our residents to help maintain the neighborhood in these areas, for our next Spring Cleanup we may now be able to consider turning our attention to vacant houses and overgrown lots and intersections. Thank you all again for helping improve the quality of life and quality of place in our neighborhood.

— Article by Frank T. Scott, Sr.

United Way volunteers painting and making improvements at MadJax. Courtesy of the United Way facebook page.

Afterschool Program Off to Great New Year

Muncie High Street’s Fall session of Update Learning began September 24, 2018, and runs for six weeks each Monday through October 29. More than 40 classes are offered in four time slots beginning at 8:30 a.m. For a flat fee of $8, registrants may choose up to 4 classes. An opening session begins at 8 a.m. with coffee and donuts available at cost. A community ministry for 41 years, Update Learning offers classes ranging from Bible study to basket-weaving. Folks from as far away as Portland and Winchester come for the “tried and true”; i.e., Big Band Era, travel, The Play’s the Thing, euchre, TEDTalks, card-making, knitting, crochet, and Old Time Radio. Some of the new

subjects this fall are: Ballroom Dancing, Difficult Bible Passages, Notable Women of Muncie, Wha’dya Think…?, Mayberry Bible Study, Wisdom Circle, Smocking, and Learning to Love Yourself. Update welcomes adults of all ages (babysitting is not offered). You may call the church and ask for a brochure to be mailed or download it from our website, www.munciehighstreet.com. Drop off or mail your registration form with payment to High Street United Methodist Church/Update Learning, 219 South High Street, Muncie, IN 47305, as soon as possible since some classes fill quickly. For more information, please call 765.747.8500.

— Article by Sandra Hardcastle

Update Learning Classes end October 29

Motivate Our Minds (MOM) has been a part of the Whitely neighborhood for over 30 years, providing quality, educational afterschool care to the neighborhood and Muncie community. This academic year started up again on August 6 th and enrollment is already up to around 50 students in grades K-8 from all over the city. Each Monday-Thursday, students from various schools meet for enriching afterschool care at 2023 E Highland Ave, just down the road from Union Missionary Baptist Church! MOM has three teachers as well as a program assistant and three teaching assistants that work with the students and they’re working to get more staff. Due to low middle school enrollment, the classes are split between K-3 and 4-8. Ball State volunteers are back and providing one-on-one homework help to the

students of MOM. There are also great clubs offered for students to be a part of: Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts, Orchestra Club, Cooking Club, Garden Club, and We Think It – We Make It. If you are looking for quality afterschool care for your child in K-8 on Mondays-Thursdays between 3-5:30, consider your neighborhood born and raised Motivate Our Minds program! There is still more room for students, so enroll today.

— Article by Morgan Aprill

Examples of Behaviors to Praise and Encourage Regardless of age, your praise and encouragement will help children feel good about themselves. Rewards can be useful as well, especially if you want to encourage good behavior. Below are some tips for encouraging desirable behavior in your child:

Be kind to your child, especially when they’ve had a bad day

Thank you for the note home saying that my child had a good day

Help your child learn new things

Help your child get along with other children

Put your child’s pictures up on the wall or refrigerator

Help your child feel good about himself or herself

Teach your child social skills

Set up an incentive program for your child

Have a conversation about your child’s progress

Participate in your child’s class or offer to volunteer

Keep your child’s teachers informed

—Article by Dr. Carolyn Webster Stratton The Incredible Years, Inc.

October Food Pantry When: Thursday, October 18 from 4-6pm Where: Harvest Christian Fellowship 1010 East Centennial Ave

Who You Gonna Call? Help protect our neighborhood, know who to call

if you see safety problems in your area

For emergencies: 911

For non-emergency police help: 747-4838 or 747-4739

For the Detectives Bureau: 747-4867

For the Narcotics Division: 747-4866

For Sexual Molestation Abuse Response Team: 741-1350

For Gun Permits/Identification: 747-4891

For Domestic Violence Investigations: 747-4873

For the Victim Advocate’s Office: 747-4777

For reporting child abuse/neglect: 1-800-800-5556

For Parking Enforcement: 747-4883

For Code Enforcement (Overgrown yards, etc) 747-4862

For Street Dept (Busted streetlights & potholes) 747-4847

For the Animal Shelter (Unleashed dogs, abuse) 747-4851

For American Electric Power 1-800-311-4634

For Indiana-American Water Company 1-800-492-8373

For the Vectren Gas Company 1-800-227-1376

Remembering

Pam Wilson

Well-known Muncie native Pam Wilson passed away recently. In lieu of flowers, the family requested that donations be sent to Motivate Our Minds. Her brother, Dr. Frank Wilson, Jr. and his family shared the bouquets pictured above with MOMs following Pam’s memorial service at Muncie Marriott. Pam’s and Frank’s parents, Frank, Sr. and Evelyn Wilson (both deceased), were very active in MOMs and in the Muncie community. The family legacy of generosity continues with this kind and greatly appreciated gesture.

Muncie Makers Market is a local marketplace held every Saturday afternoon from May through October. Every Saturday, from 4-7p, we feature local growers of plants, fruits, herbs, and vegetables and makers of homemade food and handmade arts and crafts, celebrating the efforts of our region and all things Muncie. We strongly support the Shop Local/Eat Local concept for community growth, health, and to lessen the impact of humans on the environment, seek to strengthen the local economy by providing a marketplace for area makers as well. We pride ourselves on the culture at the Muncie Makers Market being very pro-Muncie, warmly supportive of our vendor entrepreneurs, proactively friendly to shoppers, and accepting of everyone...and their dogs! During our May-October weekly season, the Muncie Makers Market is held in the parking lot in front of Books & Brews in the White River Plaza at 2100 West White River Boulevard in Muncie, Indiana. Our vendors collect change which is used to buy produce from all of the food makers present, which we then donate every Monday morning to the Soup Kitchen of Muncie. We also host an Annual Coat Drive (on October 20th this year) collecting donations of warmth for those in need. The last Saturday of the season, October 27th, is themed as a Halloween Market where we dress up and have many free games and treats for kids who attend - including The Headless Horseman this year! As part of the FoodLink program, QR code links on produce can be scanned with a smartphone for info about prep, storage, and recipes. The Muncie Makers Market is an official acceptor of SNAP/EBT (food stamps) and anything edible may be purchased this way from any Vendor at the

Muncie Makers Market Muncie Makers Market. From Market to mouth, we’ll help you get dinner on the table! We invite the community to join us on Instagram, Nextdoor, and our dynamic public Facebook group with well over 2,500 community members. Fresh homemade food, locally grown fruit and vegetables, fresh and dried herbs, live plants, beautiful art, and handmade crafts of all kinds, all weekly from May-October at the Muncie Makers Market on Saturdays from 4-7p outside of Books & Brews in the White River Plaza! Shop LOCAL and watch for our special events year-round throughout Muncie!

— Article by Moth Danner

“Goodbyes are only for those

who love with their eyes.

Because for those who love

with heart and soul there is

no such thing as separation.”

- Rumi

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America the Beautiful Words of wisdom on American democracy

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“Voting is not only our right, it is our power.

When we vote, we take back our power to

choose, to speak up, and to stand with those who

support us and each other.”

— Loung Ung

“Elections belong to the people. It's

their decision. If they decide to turn

their back on the fire and burn their

behinds, then they will just have to

sit on their blisters.”

— Abraham Lincoln

“The vote is the most powerful instrument ever

devised by man for breaking down injustice and

destroying the terrible walls which imprison

men because they are different from other

men.”

— Lyndon B. Johnson

“My father once told me that American

democracy is a people’s democracy at heart, and

that it therefore can be as great as the American

people, or as fallible. It depends on all of us. But

our system is more fragile than we know. To

sustain it, we must always cherish the ideals on

which it was founded, remain vigilant against

the dark forces that threaten it, and actively

engage in the process of making it work.”

— George Takei

“We must try again to be alive to what the

people of our country really long for in our

national life: forgiveness and grace, maturity

and wisdom.”

“Our political leaders will know our priorities

only if we tell them, again and again, and if

those priorities begin to show up in the polls.”

— Peggy Noonan

“Democracy is not just

the right to vote. It is the

right to live in dignity.”

— Naomi Klein

It’s not too late to get registered! Visit www.indianavoters.in.gov to check your voter registration status OR get registered to vote. The State of Indiana allows online voter registration for those who possess a valid Indiana driver’s license or state identification card. These must be issued by the Indiana BMV. The online portal is a simple, convenient way to register to vote. You can complete your online application at www.indianavoters.com. This site will also confirm your voter registration, find your polling location, and show you who is on your ballot. Why vote? Every vote matters, now more than ever. Every person, no matter how seemingly nonpolitical, has something at stake in this election. Voting is how we contribute to decisions about our schools, our healthcare system, our

Get Our House in Order Register to vote by Oct. 9 to make your voice heard!

military, our social safety net, and our local and national values. Not everyone in this country is able to vote, so exercising your right is how you can impact those people in your life unable to participate in the political process. This includes children, non-citizens, people who have lost their right to vote, nonprofits and charitable organizations, and more. Further, neighborhoods with low voter turnout tend to get less attention and consideration from politicians, so voting is a way to make sure your community is well-represented. Whatever your reasons are—voting matters! So get registered today.

Coats Against the Cold

Saturday, October 13 10am-12pm

Delaware County Fairgrounds Registration will begin at 9:30 am. We encourage families to not show up prior to that time. Every-one must be present to receive a coat, and the parent/guardian must provide a photo ID. Present a Coats Against the Cold Flyer to receive a free bus ride from MITS on 10/13!

Free Saturday at the Muncie Children’s

Museum

Saturday, October 20 Muncie Children’s Museum

Bring your family to the Muncie Children's Museum for Free Saturday, when admission is free for all! Free Saturdays are the third Saturday of every month.

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She also worked as a CPA for a national accounting firm. She is a graduate of Indiana University—Fort Wayne.

John Schick Libertarian Party Candidate John Schick is the Libertarian candidate for IN State Auditor. He previously ran unsuccessfully in 2014. Schick does not have a campaign website, so little information is available about his candidacy.

John C. Aguilera Democratic Party Candidate John C. Aguilera is the Democratic candidate for IN State Treasurer. Previously, Aguilera served two terms as Lake County Councilman and four terms in the General

Assembly. His priorities, if elected, will be to emphasize transparency, inclusion, and diversity.

Kelly Mitchell Republican Party Candidate Kelly Mitchell is the current Treasurer for the State of IN. She has served in that role since 2014. Previously, she worked as the Director of TrustINdiana, Indiana’s

local government investment pool. Candidate information obtained from individual candidate websites. For more detailed information specific to your voting district, visit indianavoters.in.gov and don’t forget to register to vote prior to October 9. Elections are November 6.

IN State Treasurer

US House

First District Peter J. Visclosky (D) Mark Leyva (R) Jonathan S. Kleinman (I)

Second District Mel Hall (D) Jackie Walorski (R) Richard Wolf (I)

Third District Courtney Tritch (D) Jim Banks (R)

Fourth District Tobi Beck (D) Jim Baird (R)

Fifth District Dee Thornton (D) Susan W. Brooks (R)

Sixth District Jeannine Lee Lake (D) Greg Pence (R) Tom Ferkhinoff (L) Heather Leigh Meloy (I) John Miller (I)

Seventh District Andre D. Carson (D) Wayne “Gunny” Harmon (R)

Eighth District William Tanoos (D) Larry D. Bucshon (R)

Ninth District Liz Watson (D) Trey Hollingsworth (R)

Upcoming Events

100 Men Who Cook

Saturday, November 3 6pm-10pm

Horizon Convention Center 401 S High St

Event Details

Take 100 of Muncie’s most notable figures (who might be bankers, attorneys, physicians,

educators, and business leaders from every endeavor or anyone who’s well known to the public) and throw them into their respective kitchens and let them go at it for the coveted

title of “TOP CHEF”. It’s not just about the food, they will also decorate their serving station and don their favorite costume in an effort to entice the crowd of 1,000 friends and family to take a nibble of their specialty cuisine. All proceeds go

to Community Champions Fund!

Tickets Tickets are $65 for individuals and $550 for a

table of ten. To purchase tickets, contact Angela Beck at Angela.Beck@oldnational.com

Saturday, October 13 10am-11am

David Owsley Museum of Art Ball State University

This is a walk given every Second weekend in

October. Walk for unity with all nationalities and peace in our community; to end racism,

segregation, crime, murder and a division between nationalities in our communities, neighborhoods,

workplaces, schools and churches: Everyone is welcome to join us.

Please share and invite your family & friends.

Unity in the Community Walk

Homecoming Food Truck Fest

Monday, Oct. 15 6pm-8pm

2000 W University Ball State

Enjoy food trucks, music, and more as a way to

get yourself ready for all the excitement of Homecoming Week.

Joe Donnelly Democratic Party Candidate Senator Joe Donnelly is the incumbent Senator. He is a moderate Democrat and has served as Indiana’s only national Democratic

representative since 2013. Donnelly’s legislative focus is on his Opportunity Agenda, which is a blueprint of common sense policies designed to expand economic opportunities for Hoosiers in four areas: Energy, Workforce Development, Infrastructure, and Exports and Innovations.

Mike Braun Republican Party Candidate Mike Braun is the Republican challenger for Joe Donnelly’s Senate seat. He previously served in the Indiana House of Representatives. He is also the

owner of a successful auto parts manufacturer that operates in 38 states. The key issues of his campaign are protecting the second amendment, repealing Obamacare, “draining the swamp,” building a border wall, and creating jobs.

US Senate

Lucy Brenton Libertarian Party Candidate Lucy Brenton is running as a Libertarian Party Candidate for Senate. She is an entrepreneur and business consultant, and she has owned, managed, and operated

mortgage companies. Lucy believes that the Libertarian approach is the best way to deal with the core issues of today: Immigration, Foreign Policy, Gun Rights, Taxation, and more.

US House—District 6

Jeannine Lee Lake Democratic Party Candidate Lake is the Democratic candidate for the US House of Representatives—IN District 6. She hails from Muncie, IN and has a background in journalism. Her

campaign is focused on the issues of equality, infrastructure improvement, raising the minimum wage, and strengthening public education.

Greg Pence Democratic Party Candidate Greg Pence is the Republican candidate for the US House of Representatives— IN District 6. He is the brother of Vice President Mike

Pence. He is a former Marine and a businessman specializing in oil and gas. He is a pro-life, pro-Second Amendment, and faith-driven conservative whose roots in the Sixth District date back nearly 60 years. Greg is a staunch supporter of the Trump-Pence agenda.

Tom Ferkhinoff Libertarian Party Candidate Tom Ferkhinoff is the Libertarian candidate for the US House of Representatives— IN District 6. He is a CPA and business owner, living in Wayne County. He supports small

government, deregulation, term limits, and Social Security Reform.

Jim Harper Democratic Party Candidate Jim Harper is the Democratic candidate for IN Secretary of State. Harper was born and raised in Valparaiso, IN. He is a graduate of Indiana University and Georgetown

University, and currently practices law in Porter County. The key issues of his campaign are ending gerrymandering, increasing voter accessibility, ensuring election security, and supporting small businesses.

IN Secretary of State

Connie Lawson Republican Party Candidate Connie Lawson is the current IN Secretary of State. Previously, Lawson served as a State Senator and County Clerk. Her priorities include

financial literacy education, higher penalties for white collar offenders, election security, and election modernization.

Mark Rutherford Libertarian Party Candidate Mark Rutherford is the Libertarian candidate for IN Secretary of State. He is a graduate of Wabash College and Valparaiso University School of

Law. Rutherford’s key issues are protecting individual rights, limiting the scope and power of government, and supporting small businesses. He also wants to end partisan gerrymandering.

Joselyn Whitticker Democratic Party Candidate Joselyn Whitticker is the Democratic candidate for IN State Auditor. Whitticker is a former educator who spent 35 years as a teacher and administrator.

Tera Klutz Republican Party Candidate Tera Klutz is the current IN State Auditor. Previously, Klutz served as the Allen County auditor in Fort Wayne. (Continued on next page)

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races. For a customized ballot, visit indianavoters.in.gov

IN State Auditor