This guide was created by suggestions from our community and is intended for people who are either new to Anderson, or are just looking for a recommendation. Listings represent companies owned by those in our community as well as tried-and-true local businesses we just can’t get enough of!
We realize that Anderson can be a difficult town to “get a hold of.” Here are some suggestions for local mechanics, eateries, thrift stores, and more that aren’t obvious from a trip down Scatterfield.
ABUSE/SEXUAL ASSAULT HOTLINE
Alternatives
Anderson, IN
(866) 593-9999
ADDICTION RECOVERY
Alcoholics Anonymous
Madison County Intergroup
Anderson, IN
(765) 644-3212
Al-Anon Family Groups
For the families and friends of alcoholics and addicts
(317) 257-2693
Narcotics Anonymous
Mid-State Area Of Narcotics Anonymous
(765) 683-2022
Sowers of Seeds: addiction counseling
1525 West 14th Street
Anderson, IN 46016-3315
(765) 649-3453
ARTISTS
Arlon Bayliss: http://www.arlonbayliss.com/
Levi Rinker: http://www.aphotobylevi.com
Mischon Kareken: http://www.mischonart.com/
Drops of Colour: http://www.etsy.com/shop/dropsofcolour (Mischon’s Etsy)
Roots Collective: http://www.etsy.com/shop/rootscollective (Lindsay’s Etsy)
AUTO DEALERSHIPS
Ed Martin Toyota and Scion
5500 South Scatterfield Road
Anderson, IN 46013-2103
(765) 622-4200
sjones@edmartin.com
Ask for Sasha Jones, she sold Kat and Carl their car. She defies the used car salesperson stereotype. Very low pressure and cordial. They have a decent selection of used vehicles and reasonable prices.
AUTOMOTIVE
Almack’s All Care
1823 Ohio Avenue
Anderson, IN 46016-2103
(765) 683-1288
Dan’s Auto Tech
1806 East 18th Street
Anderson, IN 46016-2127
(765) 640-8066
Good honest mechanic that works for cheap. He’ll always give you the option of buying auto parts yourself and will charge you for the labor only. Matt, Lindsay, Carl, and Kat take their vehicles here. Tell Dan we said, “Hi.”
Dave’s Auto
1633 Brown Street
Anderson, IN 46016-1610
(765) 649-1331
Hadsell Tire
1841 S Scatterfield Rd
Anderson, IN 46016-5724
(765) 643-6991
AU uses them for all their university vehicles and they offer excellent service.
Mitch Smith Auto
4834 West 200 South
Anderson, IN 46011
(765) 640-0237
If no one else can figure out what’s wrong with your car, go here. It may cost a little more, but you’ll get quality service. Located in the boonies of Anderson–use Google maps.
BEAUTY & HAIRSTYLISTS
Heavenly Hair
4742 South Scatterfield Road
Anderson, IN 46013-2908
(765) 649-7133
Really good stylists who will help you pick a hair style that works well for you. The scalp massage alone is worth the price of admission (ask for Monica). Tell Monica, Kat and Carl sent you.
Salon Professional Academy
5335 South Scatterfield Road
Anderson, IN 46013-3136
(765) 649-5555
Anderson’s beauty school, located on Scatterfield in front of Target. Get a cheap haircut, color, or even a massage here. Bring a magazine, because you will kill some major time here.
BICYCLE SHOPS & MECHANICS
Ben Orcutt
Bike Mechanic
bicycles@themercyhouse.com
If your bike needs a tune up or repairs contact Ben.
Bicycle Depot
5107 Columbus Avenue
Anderson, IN 46013-5137
(765) 644-0230
Open Weekdays 10am-6pm; Sat 9am-4pm. Good for everyday bike needs.
Bike to Boards
1658 Ohio Avenue
Anderson, IN 46016-1936
(765) 622-9673
Carl got his bike here for a reasonable price.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Shadeland-Bicycle-Collective/12763824998
The Shadeland Bicycle Collective exists to provide bicycles to those who need them at little to no cost, to empower the community through skill sharing and education and to lower the number of pollution emitting vehicles and increase the number of human powered bicycles on the road.
COMPUTER REPAIR
Computer’s in Plain English
Tim Nardoni
765)203-6035
tim@eNardoni.com
“There is no such thing as a stupid question!” Virus/Spyware/Malware prevention, backup strategy, child protection, system cleanup/recovery/reinstall, purchasing assistance, in-home training for individuals/groups, on-site training for businesses, paperless strategies, database development, planning for any technology matter whether business or personal. References available upon request
DENTAL & HEALTH CARE
Comfort Dental
820 East 53rd Street
Anderson, IN 46013
(765) 642-9811
Lindsay’s dentist. Excellent, caring staff. Won’t try to up charge you for things you don’t need (like sealants or a $45 swig of fluoride.) Appointments on short notice if needed.
Madison County Health Center
1547 Ohio Ave
Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 641-7499
If you don’t have insurance this is where to go for both dental and medical needs. They base all costs on your income and will let you make payments as needed. They do great work and truly care about their clients. However, they are over worked and understaffed so patience is a necessity as there can be long delays and unexpected cancellations.
Ivy Tech Community College Dental Hygiene Clinic
104 W. 53rd St.
Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 643-7133 ext.2321
The Ivy Tech Dental Clinic provides affordable preventative Dental care. You can get a cleaning for $20 which is a really good price.
Chiropractic Works
1541 South Scatterfield Road
Anderson, IN 46016-5785
(765) 649-1991
Several of us go to Dr. Berger. He’s not a quack and will send you elsewhere if he can’t help (unlike some chiros).
EDITING & WRITING
Smart Mark Creative
Marketing, web, writing
http://smartmarkcreative.com/
Word Out Communications
Writing, editing, marketing and graphic design.
http://word-out.com
ENTERTAINMENT
Anderson Speedway
1311 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 642-0206
You’ll pay for the whole seat, but all you need is the edge.
Anderson Public Library
111 East 12th Street
Anderson, IN 46016-2701
(765) 641-2456
The library is one of the major highlights of Anderson. The Library has an amazing selection of books, music, and movies. Monthly sales have excellent prices on everything.
Paramount Theatre
1124 Meridian Street
Anderson, IN 46016-1713
(765) 642-1234
RedSound Live Audio
http://www.myspace.com/redsoundlive
Big Red’s Company. Professional sound services for concerts, events.
Stereo Subversion: music and culture webzine.
http://stereosubversion.com/
Meaningful Music exists. We’re here to help you find it.
FOOD
The Farm Store at the Harvestland
6775 State Rd 32
Anderson IN
www.yourmarketgarden.org
Farm Store Hours: 10-6 Everyday. CSA subscriptions for Spring, Summer, and Fall Shares available on website. For more information Contact: Joseph Monroe, Russell.Monroe@aspireindiana.org or (812) 701-2807.
Gaither Family Resource
1617 South Park Avenue
Alexandria, IN 46001-8053
(765) 724-8405
The Deep Dish Macaroni is unreal. Plus you might get to see Bill and Glo.
Goods Candy Shop
1423 West 53rd Street
Anderson, IN 46013-1310
(765) 642-7247
Possibly the best hand-dipped ice cream in Anderson. Order a single scoop, and you’ll get double. Family-owned business that sells hand-dipped chocolates, fudge, and more.
Lemon Drop
1701 Mounds Road
Anderson, IN 46016-5704
(765) 644-9055
Family-owned diner that sells, burgers, fries and shakes for very reasonable prices. You can’t claim residency in Anderson until you’ve eaten at the Lemon Drop. That and know where “el-eck” is.
The Nile
723 East 8th Street
Anderson, IN 46012-4020
(765) 640-9028
Great food, even better Turkish coffee. A bit pricey at dinner. The lunch prices are reasonable.
Pay Less Super Market
1845 N Scatterfield Rd.
Anderson, IN 46012-1509
(765) 649-2276
This Pay Less was just remodeled and has better deals than the one down by the interstate.
Real Hacienda
1320 Meridian Street, Anderson – (765) 622-1779
4434 South Scatterfield Road, Anderson – (765) 641-0099
So good, there are 2.
Southern Yankee BBQ
1426 Chase Street
Anderson, IN
(765) 622-7961
Located just down 14th St. from The Mercy House. Locally owned business with excellent barbecue. If you had BBQ at the Silent Auction in 2009 you’ve had Southern Yankee BBQ.
Tommy J’s Pizza
1000 West 3rd Street
Anderson, IN 46016-2378
(765) 622-9150
Great pizza joint, locally-owned. Uses fresh ingredients. Not much indoor seating, but there’s takeout and outdoor seating during the summer.
Trainstop Deli
1508 Central Ave.
Anderson, IN 46016
(756) 274-2222
Mon-Sat 10am-6pm Closed Sundays
Subs, chips & drinks. Pizza. All meat & cheese available in bulk (just like the grocery store). Cash or SNAP (EBT, Food Stamp) only.
FURNITURE & APPLIANCES
Busby’s New and Used Furniture
2228 Columbus Avenue
Anderson, IN
(765) 622-1910
The Christian Center Thrift Store
621 Meridian Street
Anderson, IN 46016-1513
(765) 649-4264
Refurbished Mattresses for $75.
H & H Appliances
1320 Ohio Avenue
Anderson, IN
(765) 643-6067
Shadeland Thrift Store
1525 W. 14th Street
Anderson, IN
Sunday: noon – 3:00pm
Tuesday and Thursday: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
Wyatt Used Furniture
2708 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd
Anderson, IN 46016-4843
(765) 643-6518
HOME REPAIR & MAINTENANCE
Delmolino Plumbing Inc
1618 Meridian Street
Anderson, IN 46016-1835
(765) 643-3375
Quality work. Won’t cut corners. The owner bought Carl lunch when they worked together.
Flow-Rite Guttering
5585 N State Road 9
Anderson, IN 46012-9789
(765) 643-2423
Mike and Sandy Tetrault’s company.
Mathews Home Maintenance, Inc.
13300 West 550 S Road
Daleville, IN 47334
(765) 808-6087
McConnell Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning
5330 Park Road
Anderson, IN 46011-9458
(765) 644-5290
It’s a great business run and operated by honest, hardworking Christians.
Novakoski Floor Covering
2612 Mounds Road
Anderson, IN
(765) 642-3585
They do great work. Talk to Dan Novakoski or Kris Stevens.
Royal Flush Plumbing
5839 Pendleton Ave.
Anderson, IN 46013
(765) 642-7066
They fixed Matt and Lindsay’s plumbing when no one else could. Pricey, but good work. Carl worked with them and they are good workers.
Randy Capps
(765) 621-5032
Very honest, very reliable handyman who knows plumbing, electrical, basic construction, etc. If you need help with your house, he’ll hook you up. Tell him Matt and Lindsay sent you.
Robin’s Carpet Cleaning
2509 Lake Drive
Anderson, IN
(765) 649-8384
They cleaned the Nursery’s carpets for free
Strecker Construction, LLC
1212 W 11th St
Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 313-5253
streckerconstructionllc@gmail.com
Custom Framing, New Room Addition, Siding, Roofing, Decks, Concrete, and more.
Superior Home Inspection
5826 Hobbs Drive
Anderson, IN 46013-9747
(765) 778-8171
MORTGAGE BROKERS
Caliber Funding, Residential Mortgage Banker
Marty Mates
765-221-6465
marty.mates@caliberfunding.com
MUSIC LESSONS
Bob Stamper
317-989-5320
stamper.bob@gmail.com
Rates: $30 for half hour; $50 for hour
PHOTOGRAPHY
aphotobylevi: http://www.aphotobylevi.com
Blackford Photography: http://www.blackfordphotography.com
Cliff Ritchey Photography: http://cliffritcheyart.com/
REAL ESTATE AGENT
Angie Strickler
(765) 640-1900
angie@theworkingrealtor.com
SHELTERS
The Exodus House
1410 W. 14th St.
Anderson, IN 46016
(765) 274-6592
http://theexodushouse.com/
The purpose of The Exodus House is to establish a community that provides opportunities for residents to meet their physical, emotional and social needs through shared responsibility and active engagement in the available resources of our city.
The Christian Center
625 Main Street
Anderson, IN 46016-1513
(765) 649-4264
www.thechristiancenter.org
Men can check in anytime after 4pm any day of the week (look for the door with the big cross above it).
TCC Dining offers free meals to the public at the following times:
M-F 6:30, 12, and 5
Saturday 6:30,11:30, and 4:30
Sundays 11:30 and 5.
THRIFT STORES
The Christian Center Thrift Store
621 Meridian Street
Anderson, IN 46016-1513
(765) 649-4264
www.thechristiancenter.org
Goodwill
4835 South Scatterfield Road
Anderson, IN 46013
(765) 642-9141
Shadeland Thrift Store
1525 W. 14th Street
Anderson, IN
Sunday: noon – 3:00pm
Tuesday and Thursday: 3:00pm – 7:00pm
WEB & GRAPHIC DESIGN
Flightless
Web design & development. Print design. Logo design.
Contact: Stephanie & Jonathan Brinley
sbrinley@flightless.us
(904)458-7485
Flightless. Go Higher.
Smart Mark Creative
Marketing, web, writing
http://smartmarkcreative.com/
Word Out Communications
Writing, editing, marketing and graphic design.
http://word-out.com