One thing that many homebuyers will need is Homeowners Insurance.  Where do you start?  Certainly you can ask friends and families for a referral.   I can recommend a fabulous agent. I will admit I am one of those people who doesn't adapt to change in my personal life very well, so I hadn't really given much thought to shopping around to see if I am getting the best rates.  A very dear friend of mine began a career with Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance, and asked for my business.   Not only can she offer Homeowners policies, but automobile, renters, life insurance and more. I did have her review the coverage's we had with a competitor and provide me with what she could do for me.  I was shocked with the savings, it was a no brainer, to switch from my previous agent of 15 years to Teresa Ca... 03/12/2009

On Wednesday December 10th, 2008 Active Day Medical Adult Day Care, had their Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting. This facility is located in Beech Grove at 5425 Victory Drive, Indianapolis, In 46203.  The phone number for the location is 317-783-2155. This facility will provide Adult Day Care to clients age 18 and over.   Some of the services that make Active Day unique are as follows: Medical/Health Supervision with individual care plans by Registered Nurses and therapists. Assist with arranging transportation to medical appointments Light breakfast or morning snack, mutritious lunch and afternoon snack. Support for caregivers. If you have any questions or would like to visit Active Day, please contact them at 317-783-2155.   If you or anyone you know is looking to buy, build or sell, ... 12/12/2008

As a Realtor and resident of Beech Grove,  I monitor what is going on in the market place. Currently there are 120 homes that are listed with a Realtor®.  The homes range in price from $34900.00 to $299900.00.  The average list price for these homes is $96617.00.  You will find fixer uppers, as well as ready to move in homes in this price range.  The homes also have 2-5 bedrooms. In the last 30 days, from October 20, 2008 to November 19, 2008 there have been 11 homes that have sold, with an average sale price of $85681.00.   The sale price of these homes ranged between $44900.00 and $134900.00.  These homes sold on an average of 95% of the list price. Also during that same time frame, there were 13 homes that went under contract, with the average list price being $71694.00.  The list pr... 11/19/2008

Dawn Whalen | Keller Williams Realty-Indy Metro South | 317-459-5182 324 N 21st, Beech Grove, IN Updated home, ready for you to move into! 3BR/1BA Single Family House offered at $109,900 Year Built 1925 Sq Footage 1,743 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 1 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking 2 Car garage Lot Size .32 acres HOA/Maint $0 per month DESCRIPTION OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY NOVEMBER 9TH 2008 FROM 3-5 This home is one that you won’t want to miss. It has been completely redone from the studs in! Insulated, vinyl windows, new roof, high efficiency furnace with built in humidifier, and updated electrical wiring. Decorated in neutral colors and is move in ready. There is also a 2.5 car heated garage. The basement is a great area for storage & laundry. Utilities average a total of $163.00 monthly! Seller pr... 11/06/2008

Well it's Halloween once again.  And I no longer have little ones at home (the picture above is of my kids in 1993), so I am looking forward to all of the little Trick or Treaters that will show up at the door tonight. Last year our standout trick or treater was Elvis!  Once we dropped the candy in his bag, his response was "Thank you, Thank you very much"  & he had it down!  We also had the usual array of ghosts, goblins, witches, devils etc.  Fortunately the weather is going to cooperate, it will be warm enough for the kids to display their costumes, without the winter parka!  And for those of you who live in the Beech Grove area, be sure to take you kids to the Beech Grove Senior Center, located at 602 Main Street in Beech Grove for a Costume Contest.  The contest is from 5:30 to 6:... 10/31/2008

Beech Grove's cultural hot spot officially has a new home at 524 Main Street with the Spotlight Players' ribbon cutting this Friday night at 7:00 p.m., followed by the theater's first show of the season, 12 Angry Men and then an anniversary party at 10 p.m. to celebrate the organization's 10th anniversary.  Tickets are $12 for adults and $10 for seniors and students.  The show runs for the next three weekends, beginning at 8:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights and 12:30 p.m. on Sundays.  Call 767-2774 for reservations.     No plans for Saturday? Make plans to visit the Community Center on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for Beech Grove's annual Health Fair.  Admission to the event is free with various health screenings offered free or at a reasonable cost, including flu shots, c... 10/08/2008

The annual Beech Grove Promoters Club fall festival started last night.  We have had great weather, so hopefully there will be many visitors to the event. I did want to make you aware of a Food Drive which is taking place during the festival. Bill Boone, a fellow Greater Beech Grove Chamber of Commerce member runs Servants Heart. The goal for the food drive is to collect 10000 food items in 4 days.  Food items that are needed are canned vegatables, fruits, soups, peanut butter, jelly, spaghetti sauce, canned meat, pasta meals and cereal just to name a few. Servants Heart served their 2000th family in July of this year.  They serve an average of 250-300 families per month, and they need our help. So if you visit the Fall Festival this year, be sure to bring a few non-perishable items an... 09/11/2008

Are you looking for something to do this week?  If so you won't want to miss the Beech Grove Promoters Club Annual Fall Festival.  This years theme is Mardi Gras in the Grove.  Starting on Wednesday September 10th, at 6:00 pm you will be able to visit main street, play games, ride rides and have various types of "Fair Food", which is my favorite part! The Festival will run thru Saturday September 13th.  On Saturday the 13th you will want to make sure to have a great spot on Main Street to view the annual parade, which will start at noon.  Also on Saturday you will be able to visit various vendors during the Business Fair, which has been put together by the Greater Beech Grove Chamber of Commerce. This is a wonderful annual tradition which you won't want to miss.  And according to the W... 09/07/2008

I don't know about you, but I find it hard to believe that school starts in less than a month!  Wednesday August 13th is the first student instruction day. Registration dates are fast approaching.  If you would like to get a headstart on filling out the Registration information, you may do so by clicking here.  Additional information on the city schools may be found below: Click here for Immunization Information   Hornet Park Elementary   In June Registration Packets were mailed to returning HP students and  newly enrolled Kindergarten students.  New families to Beech Grove that have  not contacted our office may also pick these up at the Hornet Park or  Beech Grove City School Administration Office (when HP is closed for the summer).   Parents will need to bring the following items to ... 07/19/2008

Do you like to play golf?  If so mark your calendars for Friday August 1, 2008 for the Inaugural Golf Outing for the Greater Beech Grove Chamber of Commerce. You don't have to live in Beech Grove, or even be a member of the Chamber of Commerce.  It will be a fun filled day for all.  The fee is $100.00 per person or $400.00 per team.  Included with that is your Lunch, Dinner, Green Fees, Golf Cart, Lob Wedge, Range Balls, Lesson from the Pro, Putting contest, Door Prizes, Prize Fund and a Chance to win a $35000.00 automobile. For more information please call the Greater Beech Grove Chamber of Commerce-317-803-9109 Ed Aide 317-783-6107   or   Warren Whitaker  317-783-3391     If you are looking to buy, build or sell, contact me at www.dawnwhalen.com or 317-459-5182   07/08/2008

I wanted to share with you information about a wonderful business on the Southside of Indianapolis.   As a member of the Greater Beech Grove Chamber of Commerce, I have the opportunity to meet many different individuals.  At our monthly meeting in June, Melody Stevens, the Executive Director of Handi-Capable Hands Incorporated spoke to the group. I was impressed with what I had learned about the business, and asked Melody for the opportunity to come in and meet with her, take some photos of the associates, and learn more about what they do.  I was able to do so on Wednesday, July 2nd.  On this day, the group had just completed a 20000 piece mailing.  I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and meeting with the associates.  I was greeted with sincere smiles and handshakes.  After taking several sh... 07/08/2008

Looking for something fun to do this summer?  Check out the summer programs at the main shelter in Sara T. Bolton Park in Beech Grove. Tuesday, June 24th @ 11:00 a.m.                     Jeff Sims Magic Show Thursday July 3rd                                             Fireworks Celebration Wednesday July 9th @ 11:00 a.m.                     Marc & Max the Moose Show Wednesday July 16th @ 1:00 p.m.                    Water Show/Paul Odenwelder - Wear your swimsuits!! Tuesday July 22nd @ 7:00-8:30 p.m.                Steve Jeffris & Friends Concert Wednesday July 23rd @ 11:00 a.m.                  Joli Show-Mime Wednesday July 30th @ 11:00 a.m.                  Bubble Show-Dawn Perry   As always, if you or anyone you know need the services of a Real Estate agent that lives and works in ... 06/20/2008

    As a member of the Greater Beech Grove Chamber of Commerce, I diligently try to attend all functions.  Today was our monthly meeting and we had a fabulous speaker, Melody Stevens from Handi-Capable Hands, Inc.  Watch for an upcoming post about what ther services she & Handi-Capable Hands provide.    Today I learned about some various programs that our provided by our local library.  The library has a Summer Reading Program for children.  You will also find that the library has therapy dogs that come in for children to read to.  This is a great program for children, who struggle with reading, and get discouraged by adults or other children correcting them.  The kids can snuggle up and read to the dog, and the dog is not going to correct them.  This is a great confidence builder for c... 06/12/2008

May 31, 2008, from noon until 10:00 P.M. Rock N The Grove is just a week away.  This will be an event that you won't want to miss!  Are you curious about the type of bands playing and when?  For the schedule of bands click here You can see the talent show schedule here Do you want to know what type of food and drinks are available & where to get them?  For that infomation you can click here There will be so much more that you won't want to miss!  Pizza Eating Contest, Raffle for a Bobber, and more.  You will also be able to visit various vendors, including myself who will have booths set up from 10:00 a.m to 6:00 p.m. on Main Street. And remember, if while attending the days festivities & you decide you would want to live in Beech Grove, please give me a call.  If you or anyone you kno... 05/23/2008

Are you looking for something fun to do with your family on Saturday May 17th?  Why not attend the Grand Opening of Huddle Up Pizza in Beech Grove? Details below:   Beech Grove is a great place to live.  If you or anyone you know is interested in buying or selling in Beech Grove, or the Central Indiana area, contact Dawn Whalen Realtor at 317-459-5182     05/14/2008

This week Beech Grove has been a hub of activity with visits by Senator Barack Obama & Former President Bill Clinton.   The Democratic Primary is coming up, on Tuesday May 6th.  Senator Obama, met & had lunch with one of the Beech Grove residents & his family at their home on Wednesday April 30th.  Today, May 2nd Former President Bill Clinton will speak to a crowd at the Beech Grove Middle School, as he hits the campaign trail for his wife.  It has been said that the last time a President visited Beech Grove, Indiana was Harry S. Truman on October 15, 1948. A few things to remember:Be sure to bring your government issued photo ID.Make sure you go to the correct polling place.  If you aren't sure, you can visit this website to verify where your polling place is.Polls are open 6:00 a.m. t... 05/02/2008

Mark your calendar for Saturday May 31, 2008 from noon to 10:00 P.M. for the 1st Annual Rockn the Grove open air concert.  What a great way to kick off summer!  For more information visit the websiteAnd if you are looking to buy or sell in the Beech Grove area, feel free to contact me at www.dawnwhalen.com or 317-459-5182Dawn Whalen, Realtor317-459-5182 04/30/2008

Sunday April 27, 2008City Wide Open HouseLooking to move to Beech Grove?  On April 27, 2008 you will be able to see many of the homes that are currently on the market.Homes in all price ranges will be open for you to tour.  And while in Beech Grove, don't forget to check out what the city has to offer.  For questions or a list of the homes that will be open, contact Dawn Whalen @ 317-459-5182 or www.dawnwhalen.com  04/20/2008

Looking to move to Beech Grove, Indiana?  If so, you can view many of the homes that are currently on the market on Sunday April 27, 2008.   From 2:00-5:00 on that day, many of the homes for sale will be open.  This will be a great opportunity for you to see what is on the market, compare homes. If you would like to know exactly which homes will be open that day, send me an email at dawn_whalen@sbcglobal.net and I will email you a brochure, with address, price, # of bedrooms/bathrooms and the MLS number.Also while in Beech Grove, be sure to visit the local parks & take a look at what Main Street has to offer.For all of your Real Estate needs, in and around Beech Grove, visit my website www.dawnwhalen.com or give me a call 317-459-5182. Dawn Whalen, Realtor 04/18/2008

                                   Have you heard of Beech Grove?  Are you curious?  Do you wonder what it has to offer?  Well, you have come to the right place.  I will tell you a little about our city, & you should certainly come and visit.  Believe it or not, there is something for just about everyone!Are you interested in the Theatre?  Beech Grove is home to the Spotlight Players.  The new theatre will be opening in May of 2008, and is located on Main Street.  To find out more about the Spotlight Players, visit their website at http://www.spotlight-players.org/ Beech Grove also is home to the Paw Patch Dog Park, which is located in Sarah Bolton Park. http://www.beechgrove.com/Parks/Dogpark.htm  To find more information about the park, visit their website at  A beautiful park for fam... 04/12/2008