Next Meet Up: July 27 at River Heritage Park

Hello, Friends.

We had a nice Meet Up at Dr. James A. Dillon Park.  The splash pad was closed for maintenance, but things were pretty splashy anyway with the rain. It was nice to see everyone in spite of the weather.

We had some great conversations. Since we had two dietary professionals we had a lively discussion about fresh foods and seasonable availability, being adventurous about trying new foods, and what oils are good for cooking versus eating. This reminds me that the Farmer's Markets are all in full swing. Be sure to take advantage of the delicious, locally grown foods. Here's the link to the Carmel Farmer's Market that includes the listing of vendors. And, here is Kathy Petrovic's recipe for a wonderful, fresh chopped salad:

Green Chopped Salad 
1 bag of Mediterranean Salad  or Spring Mix or Field Greens (I cut the lettuce into smaller pieces)
1 apple - chopped
1 cup of chopped celery
4 green onions, chopped or ½ cup chopped red onion
½  cup of Craisins
½ cup of blue cheese / goat / gorgonzola/feta cheese (crumbled)
½ cup “Accents Sugared Almonds” (in produce department)

Dressing:(You might not need to use all of this dressing)
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
½ cup olive oil
1 Tablespoon dried parsley
4 Tablespoons sugar
4 Tablespoons White Wine Vinegar

Gardeners, pay attention to what is growing in your garden; you may have milkweed! This plant is critical for Monarch Butterflies. You can pick up seeds at Cool Creek Park or you can harvest them later in the year to plant for the next year.

Our next Meet Up will be July 27 at River Heritage Park off of the River Road near 116th Street I. Carmel. This park has a beautiful picnic area.

Have a great July!
Carolyn

in spite of: regardless of
dietary: related to diet or eating patterns
lively: a conversation that is intellectually stimulating; lively can also mean full of energy or full of excitement
versus: as opposed to, in contrast to; use this word when making a comparison (verses-sounds the same-is the word for lines of words in a poem or song)
along with: including
harvest: collect for food or to grow

Meet Up July 6

Brave the sprinkles and meet up today!

July 6, 11:00 am
James A Dillon Park
6001 Edenshall Lane
Noblesville

Happy Independence Day

Hello, Friends.

This Friday begins our Independence Day Weekend of celebration. 

Tuesday, The Fourth of July promises to be a great day of celebrating:

IPL Freedom Fest
Indiana War Memorial, 6:30-10:30

CarmelFest
The fun begins Monday, July 3 through fireworks at 9:45 on July 4. Check the link for event times and details.

There are many other festivals like the Red White and Brew and Taste of Indy beginning July 4. Check this IndyStar listing.

Your neighborhood may be hosting an event. Keep your ears and eyes open!

You can continue to practice your English and notice that many programs are looking forward to the fall. International Friends works in partnerships with many of the English programs in the greater Indy area. You can find more on our Resources page. If you find a great resource, please free to post in our Comments. 

Enrollment is open for the next class of American English for International Professionals. Class will meet 11 consecutive Wednesdays, starting August 2, 2017. Classes will take place from 5.15 to 7.15 p.m. in the Candlelight Room, A3050-A, at Methodist Hospital. The goal of AEI is to improve participants' spoken communications with colleagues, patients and staff through modification not elimination of their international accents.

Early Registration deadline is July 12, 2017

Registration Ends on July 26, 2017

For registration go to: http://faculty.medicine.iu.edu/gender-diversity-inclusion/diversity-affairs/programs-for-international-faculty/aei-accent-modification/

Meet Up!

Hello Friends,

We caught a break in the weather with nice breezes and plenty of sun at our Meet Up yesterday. Today is a great day for ducks! We are seeing the remnants of the tropical storms. Post your pictures on our private

Our next Meet Up:

July 6, 11:00 am
James A Dillon Park
6001 Edenshall Lane
Noblesville

This park is North just off of Hazel Dell behind the Kroger on 146th street. It has nice play areas and a water feature.

caught a break; we were lucky
in (the weather): I could have said "with" instead of "in" but since was going to explain the break "with" the sun and breezes I used in to make the sentence interesting
day for ducks: rainy day
remnants: what is leftover

HAPPY FIRST DAY OF SUMMER

Welcome Summer!

Today is the longest "day" of the year.

Don't forget to celebrate with us at our Meet Up at Lawrence J. Enlow Park, 6310 E. Main Street in Carmel.

Bring a snack to share and BYOB.

Let's Meet Up June 22

Good morning, Friends.

We had a great meet up at Founder's Park. There were some surprises, though. Because of road construction some of our friends found it difficult to find a direct route to the park. There were some giant barricades that restricted through traffic. If you have business beyond the barricades, you can go around them through the gaps. When a road is closed, the baracades will be solid across the street. 

Our weather was surprisingly cool for June in the shade. 

Check our private Facebook pages for pictures. 

Join us for our next Meet Up

June 22

11:00

Lawrence J. Enlow Park

6310 E. Main Street, Carmel

This park is East of CLC (literally just down the hill). It features a play area with a little splash park.

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find a direct route: to go straight to a place

barricades: temporary block across a road or path to restrict traffic

through traffic: signs that indicate that traffic will not be able to go beyond a particular point due to construction; the signs may say "local traffic only" and detour routes will be posted around the closure

if you have business: you have a reason 

through the gaps: breaks in a barricade to allow you to pass

Let's Meet this Thursday!

Let's Meet Up!

Thursday, June 8, 2017

11:00-???

 Founders Park

11675 Hazel Dell Pkwy

Carmel, IN  46033

United States

There is an awesome playground and a covered picnic area. 

Bring a dish to share. BYOB.

Hope to see you there!

BYOB: bring your own beverage