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Volume 27, Number 18 Thursday, May 12, 2011 Marquette Students Spend Their Spring Break in “Collegiate Challenge” by Rick A. Richards

Thirty-fi ve Marquette Catholic High School students took their Spring Break to take part in a Habitat for Humanity Project in Birmingham, Alabama. Spring break conjures up visions of sandy beach- est). In exchange, homeowners must contribute 300 es, bright sunshine and partying late into the night. hours of “sweat equity” and attend a 10-hour home The idea that spring break would include sticky ownership class. red mud, lots of physical labor and sleeping on a Marquette Students Continued on Page 2 concrete fl oor isn’t anyone’s defi nition of a good time except for 35 Marquette Catholic High School students and their eight chaperones who spent their spring break in Birmingham, Ala., working on a Habitat for Humanity home. The trip was organized by senior Olivia Haas. “I wanted to do something worthwhile for someone else and I really wanted it to be something big,” said Haas. Through the Collegiate Challenge program, she was put in touch with the Birmingham Habitat for Humanity. Collegiate Challenge annually works with 14,000 students at 700 colleges and high schools to orga- nize community service projects that can be done during spring break. It put Marquette in touch with Birmingham Habitat for Humanity because Bir- The eight adult chaperones who accompanied 35 Marquette Catholic mingham has one of the largest building projects of High School students to Birmingham, Ala., to help with a Habitat for Humanity project were, from left, Donovan Garletts, a teacher and any Habitat organization in the country. coach at Marquette; Tim Haas; Andi Haas; Sally Mussman; Lisa Albers; Each year, it builds between 40 and 45 home Peggy Rose; Carol Flores; and Kerrie Schludecker, athletic director at which are sold to families at cost (with no inter- Marquette. (Photo provided by Lisa Albers) THE Page 2 May 12, 2011

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because they were so mud-caked and dirty. Even with all that, Carli Albers (Lisa’s daughter), described the trip as “a great experience.” “I saw how others were in need,” Carli said. “The area where we were working was really gorgeous and people were so nice. They were glad we were there helping on the project.”

Carli Albers and Emmy Marquette Catholic High School students worked on two of fi ve Habitat Welsh for Humanity homes in this Birmingham, Ala., neighborhood. None of the admire their homes were damaged in the recent outbreak of tornadoes, although one roof single of the Habitat supervisors who worked with Marquette lost his home in installation the outbreak. on a Habitat Marquette Students Continued from Page 1 for Humanity home in During their week in Birmingham, Marquette Birmingham, students worked in a neighborhood where fi ve Ala. Habitat homes are under construction. They completed two roofs and insulated two homes and also prepared homes for drywall and siding installation. They also spent a day cleaning up a Habitat for Hu- manity warehouse. Lisa Albers, a chaperone, said that in addition to helping families, the trip provided an excellent Conner Post said the trip was a great way to give learning opportunity. “Part of the experience was back. “We get to go home to a large house at the living and working together. You fi nd out a lot about end of the day and here other people don’t have any- people when you do that,” said Albers, adding that where to go. This was a way to see the other side. I learning to live together began with the 11-hour bus thought Birmingham was an awesome place, but it ride from Michigan City to Birmingham. “We bond- a whole different culture.” ed as a group.” Dominic Fumo (whose parents are physicians) is No laptop computers or video games were allowed familiar with the concept of giving back because he on the trip, which allowed the students to focus on has accompanied his parents when they have pro- what they were doing. At night, for entertainment, vided help in Haiti. they played cards or board games in the basement “I enjoy community service. It’s a good way to ex- of the church where they were staying. perience life,” said Fumo. She said the work day started at 8 a.m. and ended Emmy Welsh said she wouldn’t have gone on the at 4 p.m., but that didn’t include cooking, shopping trip on her own, but since it was a school project she for meals and the massive amount of clean up that wanted to be a part of it. “I know there are people needed to take place because of torrential rain that who could have used this kind of help in Michigan turned Alabama’s red clay into a glue-like muck. City, but this was an opportunity to get out of Michi- (The trip for Marquette happened in mid-April, began City and see someplace different.” fore the recent outbreak of tornadoes there.) Each of them described the trip as “fun” and as Lisa Albers said that when the week was done, an opportunity to spend time with their friends and most of the students simply threw their shoes away get to know others in the school better. THE May 12, 2011 Page 3 Garden Gathering Social At Rittenhouse

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Marquette Catholic High School students team up to complete the roof on this Habitat for Humanity home in Alabama. “We all connected with each other,” said Welsh. Post said the trip brought everyone closer together. “I’m not kidding, there was a three-cushion couch in the church basement where we were staying, and at times, there were 20 of us sitting on it.” Besides working all day at the Habitat site, Post was in charge of feeding the large group. He planned the menu, shopped for the food and then prepared the meals at the end of the day. “He’s a really good cook,” said Lisa Albers. “He did a great job at it. He really took the responsibil- ity seriously.” Welsh said that since she’s returned to Michigan City she’s had time to reﬂ ect on the trip. “I think it gave me a real appreciation for what I have. The people we met down there were so grateful for our Thursday, help.” May 19 Fumo said he was glad to be giving to someone else. “You don’t realize how something small like 4:00-6:30 p.m. that changes lives. You don’t have to change the world to accomplish something good.” Marquette Students Continued on Page 4

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Marquette’s Connor Post was in charge of the dinner committee Jordan Kniola (on ladder), Carli Albers (bending down) and Emmy Welsh and besides working construction during the day, planned help install roof shingles on a Habitat for Humanity home in the daily menu and helped cook the meal. Birmingham, Ala.

Marquette Students Continued from Page 3 Carli Albers described the trip as “a great opportunity. I can tell you that after this trip, I’m not afraid to touch a spider web, that’s for sure.” She said the trip wasn’t for someone who was afraid to get their hands dirty, and between nailing roof shingles and installing insulation, Albers said she got plenty dirty. “What I got out of the trip was respect for my fel- low man,” said Post. He also said he enjoyed meeting Norma and her two children, the family that was to move into one of the houses where they worked. “She was very nice and so appreciative,” said Post. “She hugged all of us.” Sydney Mussman, Dominic Fumo and Mary Salyer prepare dinner for Principal James White said he was proud of the Marquette’s 35 students and eight chaperones. Marquette students and chaperones who made the trip. “Service to others is a reminder of our purpose here on earth. Mission trip experiences are life- changing and this is what Marquette Catholic is all about,” said White. Other students making the trip were Caroline Alexander, Christina Bar, Gretchen Billys, Park- er Buell, Patrick Cannon, Grace Connelly, Bryan Cress, Alley Duers, Emily Eisele, Hala Filipowicz, Carolina Flores, Ambrose Haas, Olivia Haas, Marisa Hernandez, Shannon Howe, Laima Kaukaite, Zach Knibbs, Jordan Kniola, Erin Krueger, Lucy Lee, Keith Louie, Maureen McDonald, Sydney Muss- man, Brendan Robson, Meghan Roder, Mary Saly- er, Abigail Skwiat, Mary Katherine Slattery, Nickie Smith, Genevieve St. Arnaud and Nate Steinhiser. Chaperones were Donovan Garletts, Tim Haas, Andi Haas, Sally Mussman, Lisa Albers, Peggy Carol Flores (bending down) and Mary Katherine Slattery Rose, Carol Flores, and Kerrie Schludecker. open a bundle of insulation. THE May 12, 2011 Page 5

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THE Page 18 May 12, 2011 Harbor Country Arts & Crafts Show “The Unhappy Queen Who Lived by the Sea” This 2nd Annual Arts and Crafts Show in Harbor Acting Theatre of Michigan City presents an au- Country Michigan promises something for every- dience-interactive play especially for children 3 to one. Come and enjoy a variety of quality art of all 12 (and their families): “The Unhappy Queen Who kinds, and unique handcrafted items on Sat., May Lived by the Sea.” Dates for the show are May 14, 28th, 10 a.m.-4 pm, MI time, at St. John United 15, 21, 22, with all shows at 2:00 p.m. in The Acting Church of Christ, 200 W. Buffalo, in New Buffalo. Theatre, 215 W. 10th St. There is no charge for admission. The action takes With 45 artists and crafters from Indiana, Illi- place in the sea nois and Michigan, shoppers will fi nd everything and on land as from fi ne art, hand-painted tin tile plaques and the young Queen watercolor paintings, to 100% hand-crafted unique Stephanie (Madi- women’s jackets and vests and baby items. Items for son Chartier) is pet lovers include colorful, patterned collars, hand heartbroken when stamped ID tags, and more. Home décor includes her best friend, silk arrangements, wreaths and swags, and framed Finnanabelle photos making words. Homemade soaps, essential (Sarah Murray) is oils, lavender, and potted herbs, as well as decorat- turned into a Mer- ed fl ip-fl ops will add to the variety of items offered. maid by the awful Jewelry of all kinds, some crafted with gem stones, seawitch, Malecia others with beach glass, bottle caps, and lampwork (Judith Joseph). beads will be featured. Doll furniture and clothes Children in the for 18 inch dolls (like American Girl) included. audience get to The main hall is ADA compliant, and additional blow bubbles with Goldfi shy (Helen spaces are outdoors and in the church annex. Snacks Madison Chartier and Jeanoma Babcock and lunch items will be available for purchase. Williams), make a Applications accepted as long as space is avail- storm, get kidnapped by the crazy Seaweasel (Don able: visit www.michigancraftshows.com and www. Peiffer), be in a talent show led by Mumsea (Jeano- eventlister.com, or e-mail [email protected], ma Babcock) to try to get the Queen to smile and phone: 269-469-2706. more. Anyone attending is invited to bring a camera to take photos after the show with children’s favorite characters. The ATMC repertory adult company often ap- Woodland Indian Camp at Buckley pears in the theatre’s outreach programs in elemen- The Woodland Indian Camp will be open May tary schools: “Ballet Lady” and “Theatre-in-a-Suit- 28 & 29 at Buckley Homestead from 10 a.m. to 4 case.” Productions in the actual theatre heighten p.m. Representing Buckley Homestead’s earli- the magic and excitement with Technical Director est time period of the mid-eighteenth century, the Tom Montgomery’s lights and Doug Moon’s stage camp located south of the pioneer cabin depicts the painting. Woodland Indian lifestyle in Lake County before Mary Fridh as Seaweedia leads the audience the white man settled here. through the storm and a birthday party at sea Saturday, May 28 is also the annual Cobe Cup while dancer Emily Murray is the sea (Seesea). Ja- Drive from Crown Point to Lowell. Watch the Cobe net Lustick is at the piano and Actingup! students, Cup from the front yard of historic Buckley Home- Sophia Gardner-Orbovich (Wwwwave), Maggie Ev- stead. Put down a blanket, sit back in a lawn chair, ans (Bbbbubble) and Delainia Adams (Ffffoam) also and enjoy a picnic lunch while watching vintage appear. cars fi le by. Cars leave the Crown Point Fairgrounds Tickets feature a special combo of 1 child/1 adult at 1 p.m. and should drive by Buckley about 45 min- for $15. Single ticket adults/$12; children 12 years utes to an hour later. Arrive early to see the farm & under/$6. Group rates available. 219/872-4221. or visit the Woodland Indian Camp. Buckley’s own 1916 Model T will be on display. Free admission for the weekend. Buckley Homestead is located 4.5 miles west of Interstate 65 just south of Route 2 on Hendricks a Lampshade Specialty Shoppe Road in Lowell. Exit I-65 west at Rt. 2 toward LAMPS - Vintage and New Lowell to Hendricks, then south for 1/4 mile to the AAMERICANMERICAN MADEMADE LAMPSHADESLAMPSHADES In Stock or Made To Order visitor center parking lot. The farmstead is a short FR • SA • SU • MO 12-5 P.M. (MI) walk along the trail. GPS coordinates: Visitor’s Cen- 900 W Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI ter: 41.283566,-87.377509 269-469-2742 THE May 12, 2011 Page 19

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Awesome Assorted Art Projects: June 13-17, 10:00am – 3:00pm Children will be making a variety of art projects for this session. Basic drawing, painting, printing, clay, and paper mache will be the fun focus for this class. Students will bring their imaginations and lunches. All materials are included. Fee: $150 (please register and make checks payable to Marquette Catholic High School by June 12) Sculpture & Paper Mache Magic: July 18 – 22, 1:00pm – 5:00pm 3-D projects will be explored including paper mache for this artsy opportunity. Discarded materials will be transformed into treasures. All materials are included. Fee: $120 (Please register and make checks payable to Marquette Catholic High School by July 17) Basic Comic Book Adventures: July 25 – 29, 1:00pm – 3:00pm Original characters will be developed along with the fun fundamental storyboards. The outcome will be cardstock comic books created with a variety of techniques. All materials are included. Fee: $60 (Please register and make checks payable to Marquette Catholic High School by July 17) Course Instructor: Edwin Shelton Please contact Edwin with your questions at [email protected] and 219-879-4277. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Registration:

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Emergency Contact:______$60 Basic Comic Book Adventures THE Page 20 May 12, 2011 Canterbury Summer Theatre Season and madcap adventures (imagine Bing Crosby & Bob Hope in a road movie of “Some Like It Hot”) The Festival Players Guild’s 43rd Canterbury along with the music of an entire generation high- Summer Theatre Season will offer audiences three light this wonderful valentine to the heroes of World musicals and three plays at Michigan City’s Main- War II. Among the songs audiences will enjoy are street Theatre, 807 Franklin Street. “The Hut-Sut Song,” “Rosie the Riveter,” “Mairzy Lowell Ganz and Gary Marshall’s Wrong Turn Doats,” “A Slow Boat to China,” “Beat Me Daddy, at Lungfi sh opens the season on June 15. Audi- Eight to the Bar,” “Ac-Cent-Tchu-Ate the Positive,” ences in Chicago, Los Angeles and New York, where “Beer Barrel Polka,” “Shoo-Shoo Baby,” “Any Bonds George C. Scott starred, applauded the comedy and Today?,” “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy,” “Rum and Coca the drama of “Wrong Turn at Lungfi sh.” It is the Cola” and “Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree.” story of a blind and bitter college professor and his John Van Druten’s comedy, Bell, Book and Can- encounter with a saucy, street wise young woman dle, opens August 10 and continues thru August 13. who volunteers to read to him in the hospital. The Gillian Holroyd is one of the few modern people who clash of intellect and wit takes the two from ani- can actually cast spells and perform feats of super- mosity and fear to friendship and understanding. naturalism. She casts a spell over an unattached Both come to their relationship with questions, hers publisher, Shepherd Henderson, partly to keep dealing with her station in life and her handsome him away from a rival and partly because she is at- boyfriend and his about past life choices. Both leave tracted to him. He falls head over heels in love with with hopeful answers, even after the boyfriend her at once and wants to marry her. But witches, shows up unfortunately, cannot fall in love, and this minute The fi rst musical of the season will be Romance imperfection leads into a number of diffi culties. Ul- Romance (June 22 thru July 2). Two one act mu- timately, the lady breaks off with her companions sicals take varied looks at romance seekers. The in witchery, preferring the normal and human love fi rst is a delightful romp through the sexual ennui offered her by the attractive publisher. But before of turn of the century Vienna based on Schnitzler’s the happy conclusion of the romance, Gillian comes tale The Little Comedy... Act 2 is a modern look at very near to losing him. affection and disaffection in a two couple summer Closing out the summer season offerings (Thurs- house in the Hamptons based on the Jules Renard day, August 18 through 20) is N. Richard Nash’s play “Summer Share.” An Off Off Broadway sen- Echoes. An emotionally touching play, Nash, who sation that successfully moved to Broadway, “Ro- is best known for “The Rainmaker,” has created a mance/Romance” is a perfect change from the mod- story of two characters searching to determine the ern mega musical. difference between illusion and reality. The effort is The remarkable partnership of composer Richard lightened by moments of shared love and “pretend” Rodgers and lyricist Lorenz Hart spanned twenty- games, like decorating Christmas trees that are four years, resulting in the scores for thirty stage not really there. The theme of love seems as fragile musicals and nine fi lms. Beguiled Again: The in their setting as it often is in the outside world. Songs of Rodgers and Hart, the second musi- Originally produced at A Contemporary Theatre in cal of the season (July 6 thru 16), illuminates the Seattle, “Echoes” was the Award Play of The Ameri- astonishing breadth of their musical menu offering can Playwrights Theatre. nearly fi fty selections from the Rodgers and Hart After conducting audition sessions in four states, songbook. The urbane and the melancholy, the sar- Artistic Director Ray Scott Crawford has assembled donic and the romantic, provide ever-changing and a summer stock company that will include familiar contrasting emotional journeys that give this revue as well as new faces. Associate Director David Gra- real momentum. Perhaps their illustrious compeer, ham returns along with company member Joseph Irving Berlin (who also knew a thing or two about Ginnane. songwriting) summed it up best with his famous Performances are Wed.- Fri. at 8 p.m., Sat. at 5 & maxim: “Tuneful and tasty, schmaltzy and smart 8 p.m., and Wed. afternoons at 2 p.m. All seats are - music by Rodgers, lyrics by Hart.” Songs include reserved. “Ten Cents a Dance,” “Where or When,” “My Fun- Season discount booklets containing six coupons ny Valentine,” “Manhattan,” “With a Song in My currently are available for $75.00. By buying the Heart,” “Sing for Your Supper,” “ Mountain Green- booklet, a patron can save over individual ticket ery” and over a dozen more. purchases. Even more attractive is the fact that the The Andrews Brothers, created and written by coupons can be used for each of the shows or in any Roger Bean, will enjoy a three week run (July 20 combination. A purchaser can get an entire season’s thru August 5). Bean, the creator of last season’s entertainment for the price of one Chicago show. “The Marvelous Wonderettes,” has created a trib- Individual tickets are $13.50 on week nights and ute to the music of World War II presented through $15.00 for weekend performances. Group rates, half a series of hilarious situations. Mistaken identities price special student rates (high school age and be- THE May 12, 2011 Page 21 low), and senior citizen discounts also are available. All performances are held at the Guild’s Main- street Theatre, 807 Franklin Street, Michigan City. Tickets may be ordered by writing the Festival OPEN HOUSE Players Guild at P. O. Box 157, Michigan City, IN Sun., May, 15 • 1-3 pm 46360 or through the Guild’s website at www.festi valplayersguild.org. Group dinner/theatre and luncheon/theatre packages also are available in cooperation with Galves- ton Steakhouse, Lindos restaurant and the Heri- tage Room at Traditions (next door to the theatre). Luncheon packages start at $24.00 which includes theatre ticket, lunch, tax and gratuity. Dinner packages start at $33.00. Further information on ticket reservations and special group dinner/theatre and dinner/tour/theatre packages is available by calling 202 HILLTOP, MICHIGAN CITY the theatre Box Offi ce 219/874-4269. Huge reduction on this lakeview cottage. You cannot The programs of the Festival Players Guild are find a home with these views this close to beach for this presented with support from South Shore Arts, the price. Hi-rise view with the privacy of a single family! Sunny and bright, this remodeled ranch is perched high Indiana Arts Commission, the National Endowment atop a dune and overlooks Dunescape Resort on the for the Arts and the Michigan City Community En- southern shores of Lake Michigan. Nicely updated with richment Corporation. ceramic tile flooring in main areas, berber carpet in the bedrooms, the sunny kitchen has access to a deck that faces the lake for breathtaking al-fresca dining/enter- taining. Strategic lot location offers remarkable views portoluz presents Jazz on a Summers Day from three rooms, including the master bedroom. Full basement could be finished for additional living space. Veteran Chicago-based impresaria Marguerite Horberg, the founder and executive director of nonprofi t arts presenter portoluz, has partnered with OPEN HOUSE the Lakeside Inn and Lillstreet Art Center to pres- Sat., May, 14 • 1-3 pm ent “Jazz on a Summers Day.” This seasonal series of top international performances begins on May 15 at the historic Lakeside Inn, overlooking Lake Michigan. “Jazz on a Summers Day” will present jazz, creative improvised music, spoken word performances and workshops in an enchanting rural setting in the ballroom of the historic arts and crafts appointed Lakeside Inn. Programs will continue May 15 - October 16. They begin at 4 p.m. EST. $15/person. All ages welcome. The May 15 show includes: 405 WASHINGTON PARK BLVD. MICHIGAN CITY. Y Incredible conversion from a traditional ranch to a Starlicker, a trio with Rob Mazurek on cornet, four bedroom 2 full bath beach home. Two blocks to percussionist John Herndon, and Jason Adasiewicz beach. Full upgrades on bathrooms and double fire- on vibraphone, is Rob Mazurek’s newest project. place lined with stone in living and dining rooms. Strong Deeply rooted in the Chicago and International rental history. avant garde and post rock scenes, Mazurek, Hern- don and Adasiewicz expel sound with sweeping en- Call Mike Conner 312-735-2912 ergy and delicacy. Wilbert de Joode, solo bass Dutch artist Wilbert de Joode is one of the most active bass players on the European improvised music circuit. His individual style and musicality transforms the double bass into an equal partner in the most varied ensembles. His highly personal tone colour, exploration of the outer registers, quirky im- 622 Franklin Street provisations and the use of gut strings contribute to Michigan City, IN 46360 an instantly recognizable and intriguing sound. JAZZ ON A SUMMERS DAY is underwritten in 219-861-0960 T part by The Pokagon Fund. THE Page 22 May 12, 2011

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Upcoming Audubon Society Programs Game Bird Hunting Program A program on Game Bird Hunting will be given by Gene Davis, Indiana Department of Natural Re- For men & women: Bed Stu, Sanuk, El Naturalista, Camper, Birkenstock, Ugg sources Conservation Ofﬁ cer in the meeting room of Australia, Lovely People, Gentle Souls, the Michigan City Library at 6:00 p.m. on Thurs., Frye, Yellow Box, Poetic License, Toms May 19. Laws as they relate to the hunting of game birds will be covered. The event is sponsored by the 624 franklin street | michigan city | 219.221.6508 | urbansolesinc.com Potawatomi Audubon Society. The public is invited and can phone 219/873-6753 or 219/785-2765 for more information. Walk in Wintergreen Woods Follow the Phyliss Benn Trail with members of LaPorte, Indiana the Potawatomi Audubon Society as they identify birds, ferns, trees, and wildﬂ owers in Wintergreen Woods. Boardwalks lead through the wetter parts of this wooded trail. The date is Wed., May 25, at 9:00 a.m. Wintergreen Woods is located on the north side of County Road 925 North, west of State Road 39. Phone 219/873-6753 or 219/785-2765 for more information.

Story Blocks at Coolspring Library Story Blocks will be held at 6:00 p..m., on Thurs- days, May 12, 19, and 26 at the Coolspring Branch Library, 400N & Johnson Rd., Michigan City. Chil- dren aged birth-5 years with their caregivers are Charming 2 bedroom bungalow in beautiful welcome to come for nursery rhymes, illustrations, Galena Township, on just under 1 acre. puppets, music and musical instruments, book read- Stunning flagstone patio with built-in fire pit, ing, movement, and repetition. Caregivers will get stainless appliances and hardwood floors. tips for building listening and reading skills during Just minutes from New Buffalo, casinos and storytime so they can help their pre-reading chil- outlet mall. Perfect for weekend getaways. dren get ready for reading. This is an Every Child Only $130,000 Ready to Read program. There is no charge and reservations are not taken. For more information, phone 879-3272. To re- Contact Amy at 219-898-5045 quest signing for the hearing impaired 48 hours in for more details & viewings advance, phone 219/362-6156. THE Page 24 May 12, 2011 Nature Events at Gibson Woods YOGA CLASSES Spring Bird Migration Hike Long Beach School Community Center Friday, May 13 at 8 a.m. 2501 Oriole Trail Room 8 Registration is required; phone 219-844-3188 Lauralee Sikorski Yoga Alliance tues and thurs 6:00-7:15 pm Ages 8 +. For individual sign-ups only (please no Certifi ed Instructor wed, fri, & sun 10:00-11:15 am groups) Many birds returning in the spring are actually NEW CLASS fri 4:30-5:30 pm considered tropical birds. Ornithologists believe Hour of Power Flow int/adv that these neo-tropical birds are “spreading out” in the spring to fi nd breeding space after spending the email me or check website for more info on class descriptions winter in their true home, the tropics. Birds like [email protected] • www.yogawithlauralee.com warblers, vireos, tanagers, and orioles are among New students please call ahead to verify schedule. 219-861-7394 the neo-tropical migrants that can be seen in our area in early to mid May. Natural areas like Gibson Woods are critically important for these migrants to fi nd the right kinds of foods that help sustain them Don’t sweat your workout. during their long journey north to their breeding grounds. Be cool at the nac. Join a Lake County Parks naturalist along with (we have new air) other bird enthusiasts to seek out and learn about these colorful migrants. Dress for the weather. Summer Special - $50 per month Bring binoculars, sturdy shoes, and a fi eld guide. (no contract, weekly rates available) Bird fi eld guides are available at the Gibson Woods gift shop. 301 West Kieffer Rd Edible Plants Michigan City, IN 46360 Sunday, May 15, 1 p.m. (219) 879-4401 $3 per person northwest athletic club northwestathleticclub.net Sponsored by Gibson Woods Wild Ones Registration is required to save a seat for this popular program; phone 219-844-3188 Back by popular demand, amateur botanist Da- Luis Landscaping vid Hamilla will show you the hidden garden in your backyard. Learn to identify common wild plants Our Services: that are nutritious and delicious! Some recipes will • Spring Clean-Up • Trimming • Planting be shared so that you can sample the bounty outside • Gutter Cleaning • Leaf Cleanup • …And anything else needed to your door. Dress for the weather as there might be • Yard Work • Mulching maintain your a short hike. • Mowing • Seeding property Directions to Gibson Woods Property Management Also Available Gibson Woods Nature Preserve is part of the Lake County Park system and is located at 6201 Parrish Call 219-575-3807 Avenue in Hammond, IN 46323. From I/80-94 take Cline Avenue north to the169th exit then west to For Free Estimate Parrish and north to the park. GPS coordinates: 41.599352,-87.45186 E-mail:[email protected] Web site: www.lakecountyparks.com )>)14)*4-5)A;< New Exhibit at Lubeznik Center Metal Music Diary - Photographs by Juli Palm- 2I[&YJJEPSJSV6IRX er 6IXEMPSV3J½GI This exhibit can be seen in the NIPSCO Art Edu- 'LEVQMRKWUJX[MXLKEVHIRERHHIGOSR cation Studios at the Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. 2nd St., Michigan City April 29 – May 29. ;LMXXEOIV7XVIIX Meet the artist at an opening reception Sun., May 15, 2–4 p.m. 'EPPJSVHIXEMPW Photos of Motley Crüe, Foo Fighters, Nikki Siix and more capture the live music experience in this exhibition. THE May 12, 2011 Page 25 About Boating Safety Class Sat., May 14th, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary Flotilla 33-02 is offering a Boating Safety Course sponsored by Hubers Marine LaPorte Indiana. The class will be held at Vita Certamen Martial Science & Combat Arts, 522 Lincolnway, LaPorte. You must register and you can register by send- ing an email to [email protected] or phone George Hayes at 219-851-4279 or phone Hubers at 219-362-2605. There is a nominal cost for the class of $25.00, which includes a book to keep as a refer- ence. The class includes topics such as being certain you have the proper safety equipment aboard your boat, tips on trailering, navigation rules, emergency procedures and the basics of navigation. This safe boating class is ideal for everyone who in Lakeside enjoys boating recreation. This class will provide the foundation to grow your skills, make you safer NEW SEASON - New Lines in and around the water. With… Some insurance companies offer discounts to cus- Eileen Fisher, Niche, Tianello, Cut-Loose, tomers who have successfully completed a safe boat- Flax, NYDJ (Jeans), Gala Sweaters, ing class, check with your agent to see if you qualify. Comfy & Much More! Open 7 Days a Week: Mon-Sat 11-5 • Sun 11-4 15412 Red Arrow Hwy. Library Links from NB Twp Library Lakeside, MI (269) 469-7727 “Just 7 minutes from New Buffalo” Adults: Scrabble each Tuesday evening at 6:00 p.m. in the lower level of the library. Everyone is welcome to join the last Lego Club before the summer break: Saturday, Sat., May 14th from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. PANCAKE Baby lap time is offered on Tuesdays from 11:00 to 11:30 a.m. and story hour is offered on Fridays BREAKFAST from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. SENIOR CENTER, Washington Park, Michigan City The Library Board meetings are held on the sec- Sunday, May 15, 2011 • 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. ond Tuesday of every month at 4:00 p.m. in the low- TO BENEFIT LIONS CHARITIES er level of the Library. All are welcome. All You Can Eat Breakfast Includes: Juice/Coffee/Milk, Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs & Sausage The Summer Reading Program schedule of events TICKETS: Adult $6.00 • Children 4-10 $4.00 • Children Under 4 FREE is now on the website. There are a variety of great Tickets Available at the Door or from a Michigan City Lions Club Member offerings this year for kids and adults of all ages. MICHIGAN CITY LIONS CLUB Visit www.nbtpl.org for information, events and In conjunction with the Senior Center new materials offered at New Buffalo Twp. Library. Ad sponsored by: Lion Juanita Arney THE Page 26 May 12, 2011 Springfi eld School Heroes Project Students at Michigan City’s Springfi eld School just fi nished a writing contest about heroes. The idea came about as the kids were learning the music for the spring musical “Heroes All” by John Jacobson and Roger Emerson. The students were very intrigued by the heroes spoken about in the songs, i.e., Jesse Owens, Nellie Bly, Helen Keller and Charles Lindburgh. This interest led to the idea to have every k-5th grade student write an essay about his/her real life hero. Here are the winners from each grade. They are un-edited.

Who is a hero to you? It I have a wonderful hero may be someone in your in life. My grandpa, Pa, as family, one of your friends, I call him. He is really nice teachers, but it’s some- and he told me to always one who was there for you have a positive attitude when you needed them the and good behavior. most! To me, my hero is my When I was born I didn’t mom! Why? have a grandpa so my mom First, because my mom asked Pa if he would be my didn’t agree with her boy- grandpa? He said, “Yes.” friend to not have me! Then after that we almost Second, even though my did everything together. mom had love her boyfriend for a lot of years and When I was in fi rst grade Pa told me that I should knew him better, my mom picked me. She didn’t be a teacher. I asked him why do you want me to even know if I was a girl or a boy but she picked me be a teacher? He said, “Nanni and I are teachers.” either way! Then and there I decided to be a teacher. Third, she raised me alone. He mom passed away Pas was always way there for me when I needed years ago! She didn’t need her boyfriend to raise me him. It wasn’t like we lived next door to each other. because was strong enough! It was like if I wanted him to come to a birthday Fourth, my mom didn’t lose her faith and was party or something he would come. stronger than any muscular guy to pick her self up He wasn’t a selfi sh man, he always thought about from the fl oor. She raised her head and looked in the family fi rst and not himself. Some years he even future of her baby, which was me! brought me to see The Joffrey Nutcracker. I loved Fifth, I’m glad she had me because then I wouldn’t him so much because of everything he did. be her right now! I owe my mom my life. That’s why The sad part of his life I know. On Wednesday, I did my best to learn English and always try to December 9, 2009 when I came home from dance, I have the best grades; and I never give up! got my pj’s on. I heard my mom burst into tears. I Sixth, my mom left school for me and had to get told Nelson to go see if mommy is okay. Then after a job! a while Nelson told me mommy wanted us. When Never say never, and never give up! I went in she told me, “Pa died.” Then I burst into Thank you mom!!! tears, but Nelson didn’t know what that meant so ----Celeste Corona, 5th Grade Mommy told him what it meant. Then he burst into tears. Pa was healthy but then he died. I loved Pa very much. That’s why I love my hero. ----Luci Sobanski, 3rd Grade THE May 12, 2011 Page 27

My hero is Uncle Jr. He My hero is my Dad. He is a soldier and helps peo- is in the Army. He went to ple in the war. He ﬁ xes air- Afghanistan from March planes and takes people to 2009 – March 2010. he a safe place. He plays and fought for our country. wrestles with me when he ----Antonio Christensen, is home. 1st Grade ----By David Willis, Kindergarten

My heroes are my parents because they care for I have a special hero in me and make sure I have my life. That hero is my the things I need. They grandpa. My grandpa is bought a home for me to awesome. He teaches me live in. Ever since I was a right from wrong and if baby they helped me with I’m extra good or get good all of my problems. They grades, I get money. Like always listen to me when I said my grandpa is awe- I am talking. My mom gets some. Also, he teaches me me new shoes so they don’t lessons on life. get ﬂ oppy. My dad takes The second reason my me out on our bikes so I grandpa is my hero is that get energy. All of my school work I bring home they he is very handy. He can ﬁ x help me until I can understand what they are talk- anything he gets his hands on. He even made me a ing about. We have lots of things we need like run- bike. Also and even greater my grandpa put a whole ning water, lights that stay on for a very long time, car together from the inside-out. How cool is that? cable for the TV and so we can watch cool TV shows, Yep it’s pretty awesome. a stove, an oven, food and a car for us to ride in. And The last reason my grandpa is my hero is that he we even have things we want like candy, bikes, toys is always there for me. He gives me great advice on and birthday presents. My mom and dad don’t have life. Whenever I’m in a time of doubt, I can always to buy us all of those things but they are nice and ask my grandpa for the answer. My grandpa is the they do. They take us to the movies, fairs, muse- best hero in my life and I couldn’t ask for anyone ums, and they even take us back to Kansas to visit else. our family. It is fun. I am glad that we get to go to ----Janae Galburth, 4th Grade all of those places. My mom and dad taught us how to save money and not to spend it. I love my mom and dad. ----Ramadii Anderson, 2nd Grade

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Angel Party For Heaven Sake Gallery will be hosting an Angel Party on Sat., May 14, from noon-3 p.m. MI time. On hand will be the creator of Angel Wing Wishes, Julie Kay. Michigan City’s Finest Quilt Store Each collectible Angel begins as a design by Ju- lie; the designs are then given to a Master Carver NOW PEG WEST and detailed in a miniature wax carving. Various Owner OPEN! moulds are created before each Angel is cast in solid Tue-Wed-Fri-Sat 10 am-4pm steel using the ancient art of Lost Wax. After cast- Thurs 10 am-7 pm ing, the Angels are dipped in a wash to create an Closed Sunday-Monday antique patina while her feathered wings are hand- rubbed with glimmering halo dust. 613 Franklin Street 219-229-7845 For Heaven Sake Gallery, 11 S. Townsend St., Michigan City, IN 46360 New Buffalo (Two blocks east of Whittaker St on [email protected] US 12). Phone: 269-231-5251. THE Page 30 May 12, 2011 La Belle Epoque: A “Beautiful Era” Premier Power Wash Joan Chesterton, Professor Emerita, Purdue Uni- DECKS - FENCES - DRIVEWAYS - HOUSES versity will present La Belle Epoque: A “Beautiful Sealing and Re-Staining • Gutter Cleaning Era” in Paris, as shown in selections from the Shari and Stewart Diamond collection of posters current- Free Estimates • Discounts • Insured ly on exhibit in the Hyndman Gallery of Lubeznik Call 219-363-0475 Center for the Arts, 101 West 2nd St., Michigan City. The lecture will take place on Thurs., May 19 at 7 p.m. $3/general admission; free/LCA members. These brilliant posters have long since crossed the line from “Street Art” advertising cabarets, the- Ted Perzanowski, M.Div., B.A. atre, celebrities, new products like bicycles, to the

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The good captain fuels his good vessel before setting her in the water.

Tim Nelson wipes the grease off his hands after readying his truck for boat-hauling duty. Let’s face it, when you broadly hint to a friend dock at the Wagner residence in a sylvan section like Fred Wagner that you would dearly love to go of St. Joseph to the public boat launch on the St. for a ride on his boat this summer, you have to be Joseph River and thence along the mighty St. Joe ready for the ultimate call. itself to her summer dock. As in: “What are you doing Friday morning?” Who could possibly say no to such an invitation, It was the Friday of the Royal Wedding, and, mir- and, so, on the appointed morning, I appeared at acle of miracles, it was not supposed to rain, and the designated restaurant in downtown St. Joe all Captain Fred Wagner thought that would be the set for a massive pre-launch breakfast. perfect morning upon which to launch his 26-foot Being the only one of the four without a cell phone, lake cruiser, Nikkianna. I sat at the big table all alone wondering where ev- For this heroic enterprise, he had already en- eryone was. Then Tim Nelson appeared and said we listed the considerable talents and motoring skills had to forgo breakfast all together because he had to of Tim “Thunder Road” Nelson and his 2005 Dodge get his mother to the hairdresser by 10:30, and then Ram 1500. there was Captain Fred himself telling me that Pete But two additional sets of able hands were need- Jacobs had gone all the way home to Baroda to get ed, so the good captain was calling upon me and our some warmer clothing and that he would meet us mutual friend Pete Jacobs to assist in an enterprise, at Casa Wagner down the street, and “just get that which would take Nikkianna from her winter dry coffee to go, and we’ll have breakfast later.”

Nikkianna adrift on the streets of St. Joseph. Tim Nelson expertly guides Nikkianna down the alley toward the river. With all the rain, we wondered if she even needed a trailer. He didn’t ding a single bush or garage. THE May 12, 2011 Page 33 After opining that there had been enough rain for Nikkianna to niftily cruise right down the streets of St. Joseph without a trailer, Pete and I piled into my little Honda and followed the ﬂ eet to the nearest gas station where the good captain plied his vessel with fuel and told us: “Tell me when the pump goes over $100.” Well, it went over $100 and Captain Fred kept on a pumpin’. Boating, it would seem, is not for the faint of wal- let. Having fueled his mighty cruiser, Captain Fred ordered us to proceed directly to the public boat launch on the St. Joseph River for the main event.

Captain Fred Wagner and Pete Jacobs were all smiles after the successful launch. “Aye, aye, skipper!” But, boy, did my stomach ever want to hang around that fragrant restaurant and tuck into one of those tantalizing specials on the white board. Oh well, when duty calls, duty calls, and when you want to go out on Captain Fred’s boat this summer, you had better report for launch duty. And so the Captain and his three able-bodied seamen assembled at the Wagner winter boatyard. While the Captain ﬁ red up his boat to be sure the Nikkianna’s summer playground: the mouth of the engine was in good working order, Tim Nelson St. Joseph River in St. Joseph, Michigan. hitched his truck to the boat trailer with minimal And what an event it was. interference from Pete Jacobs and me. We had our Pete and I mainly milled about smartly with ap- ideas, of course, but Tim told us to just speak when propriate lines in hand as Captain Fred and Chief we had some good orderly directions for him. Boatswain’s Mate Tim expertly backed Nikkianna Then, when the trailer-born queen of the seas was down the ramp and into the drink. properly hitched to Tim’s truck, Tim said: “Watch It was all too beautiful. this” and proceeded to execute an amazing maneu- Really, it was. ver that not only spared the neighbor’s bushes but As Tim pulled the trailer out of the way, Captain got Nikkianna and her captain sailing off down the Fred climbed aboard and readied Nikkianna for her alley toward the nearest gas station for pre-launch 2011 sea trials and trip to her summer dock. refueling. Nikkianna Continued on Page 34

Nikkianna gently backs into the mighty St. Joe. Berthed and ready for the 2011 boating season. THE Page 34 May 12, 2011

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8 */" Ê- ,6 ÊUÊ- - Ê 6 Á ner at the helm. Life doesn’t get any better than that. But it did a short time later when I spotted a male Ruddy Duck paddling about the marina where 1(:)/((7 Fred was planning to dock his boat. 2)&$',//$&6 +RXU7UDQVSRUWDWLRQ$OO2FFDVLRQV Pete and Tim were awaiting us dockside as or- 3OD]D'U6XLWH dered, and the four of us ﬂ awlessly docked Nikkian- &KHVWHUWRQ,Q na without injury to crew or vessel. And could Tim ever tie some really cool knots. We set the bumpers, saluted Nikkianna, and then /,026 set eagerly off for that downtown restaurant where ZZZDOOD\OLPRFRP those breakfast specials still awaited us. Sadly, mi- nus Tim who was determined to get his mother to the hairdresser on time, but we each had extra ra- tions on his behalf. Fair winds and following seas!

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$15 Daily Features Early Bird Sunday Petite Cut Prime Rib (1-4 p.m.) “Walleye” Wednesday Lake Perch, Canadian Walleye L to R: Jeff Hill, Susie Richter, Lucy Vergo, or Supper Club Frog Legs Ribeye Monday Patrick Watterson, Jode Saylor 12 oz. center cut Ribeye Barbeque Thursday Steak Tuesday BBQ Baby Back Ribs or May Bird Count at Luhr County Park 6 oz. Filet Mignon or House Smoked Beef Brisket 12 oz. New York Strip The Big May Day Bird Count conducted by the Fish Fry Friday - $17 Indiana Audubon Society will take place Sat., May Lake Perch, Canadian Walleye or 14. Anyone interested in accompanying members Lake Superior Whiteﬁ sh (fried or sauteed) of the local Potawatomi Audubon members as they cover LaPorte County can meet at Luhn County Come Hungry! Park at 7:30 a.m. Last year the ten local observers counted 4,145 individual birds of l05 different spe- Heston Supper Club | 2003 E. 1000 N | La Porte, IN cies. For more information, phone 219 873-6753 or 219.778.2938 | www.HestonSupperClub.com 219 785-2765. The homepage for the Indiana Audu- bon Society is www.indianaaudubon.org THE May 12, 2011 Page 41 Hospital Foundation Golf Tournament The La Porte Hospital Foundation invites the public to the 23rd Annual Healthcare Scholarship Golf Tournament on Thurs., June 16 at Briar Leaf Golf Club, 3233 N. State Rd. 39, La Porte. Proceeds from the event help fund healthcare scholarships and philanthropic selections based on community need through Indiana University Health La Porte Hospital. Last year’s event raised over $53,000. Over the past 22 years, 216 local students have been awarded more than $412,000. The event includes: 18 holes of golf with cart, player favors, lunch, three beverage carts, tournament awards, silent auction items and post-tournament dinner. Post-tournament dinner and celebration includes a cash bar, team awards as well as live auction. Golf celebrity and entertainer Peter Longo, “The Owner Kevin Doler King of Clubs,” will perform a golf trick show at 11 3123 E. Michigan Blvd. a.m. Longo is a former PGA Tour player, master Michigan City, IN 46360 teacher and show business entertainer who pro- 219-879-8525 vides an amusing creative trick shot spectacular. A Family Tradition Since 1953 Longo will be circulating around the course giving tips to players throughout the tournament as well as make an appearance as the speaker at dinner. Player registration and lunch begins at 10:30 a.m. with a shotgun golf start (scramble format) at noon. Dinner and celebration begins at 5:30 p.m. Participants may attempt the hole-in-one contest. Prizes are sponsored by La Porte Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Inc., including a 2011 Jeep Wrangler, and Sauers Buick, Pontiac, Cadillac and GMC Truck, including a 2011 Buick Regal. There are several registration levels for participants. For more information or to register, phone 219/326-2471 or 877/265-4539 or visit www. iuhealth.org/laportefoundation and click on Foun- dation Events, then Golf Tournament. Deadline for registration is Sat., May 28 and is limited to the ﬁ rst 144 entries.

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Public Library, 904 Indiana Ave., $ 00 FAMILY SPECIAL 2 Off Large Pizza LaPorte. A group for aspiring writers. Open to the Large 1 Topping Pizza $ 50 public. Info: 219/362-6156. 1 Off Medium Breadsticks Pizza May 13 -- Opening reception for Tales (not truths) 2 liter Pop by The Mechanic & The Handyman: Jno Cook & $ 00 $ 99 Gordon Ligocki at the Brauer Museum of Art, on 1 Off Small Pizza + Tax 19 the campus of Valparaiso University. 7 pm. Free, Not Good With Any Other Offer Not Good With Any Other Offer open to public. Info: 219/464-5365 or www.valpo. edu/artmuseum. Exhibit open thru Aug. 7. Sunday Noon-10 pm • M-Th 11 am-10 pm • F-S 11-12 Midnight May 13-15, 20-22 -- Neil Simon’s play “God’s Fa- 5184 S. Franklin St., Michigan City 872-3838 vorite.” LaPorte Little Theatre, “A” St., LaPorte. Fri/ We Deliver to the Whole Community! Sat 7:30 pm; Sun 2 pm. Tix $10; reserve at 219/362- 5113 or www.laportelittletheater.com. Story this issue. May 13-16 -- At the Vickers Theatre: “Jane Eyre.” ;le\cXe[ Starring Mia Wasikowska and Michael Fassbender. Rated PG-13. Fri thru Mon 6 pm. Also showing: “Po- =è\?fd\j etry.” Korean with Eng. subtitles. Not Rated. Fri/ Sat/Sun 9 pm; also Sat/Sun 2:30 pm; no show Mon. 6 N. Elm St., Three Oaks, MI. 269/756-3522. www. vickerstheatre.com May 14 -- LETTER CARRIERS FOOD DRIVE New Homes • Renovations DAY May 14 -- Mainstreet Farmer’s Market, 8th & Tom McCormick, Builder Washington streets. 8 am-noon or sell-out. Bake Sale by Catholic Charities. Licensed in Indiana & Michigan May 14 -- Riverside Marketplace, 234 E. 2nd. St., 219.928.2953 MC (at Pioneer Pier Development). Sat. 9 am-2 pm; Sun 10 am-2 pm. www.dunelandfinehomes.com May 14 -- “How to Research House History.” Talk email: tom@dunelandfinehomes.com by County Historian Fern Eddy Schultz in the La- Porte Co. Historical Society Museum, 2405 Indiana Ave., LaPorte. 1 pm. Adm. fee applies. 219/324-6767 or www.laportecountyhistory.org May 14 -- Super Happy Funtime Burlesque at The Potted Plant Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks, Greenhouse & Nursery MI. 8 pm MI time. Tix $20; reserve at 269/756-3879 or www.acorntheater.com Annuals, Hanging Baskets, Flats, Accents, May 14-15, 21-22 -- “The Unhappy Queen Who and Arrangements. Custom Planters. Geraniums Lived by the Sea.” Children’s play at Acting The- atre, 215 W. 10th St., MC. All shows at 2 pm. Tix Perennials, Shrubs, & Small Trees $$12/adults, $6/kids 12 yrs. & under; $15/1 child & Large assortment of Sedums and Hosta. 1 adult. 872-4221. Largeg Hosta May 15 -- Door Prairie Duathlon at Silver Lake Farms, Rolling Prairie, IN. Cross country running 9813 W. 300 N. and biking. Proceeds go to benefi t Christian educa- Michigan City tion in LaPorte. Also includes a fun run/walk. Chip timing optional. www.doorprairieduathlon.com (Behind Harbor GMC) May 15 -- Old Lighthouse Museum (Washington 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Park, MC) Open House. 1-4 pm. Free adm. Includes Open Daily book signing by two local historian/authors. May 15 -- Welcome Concert series at St. John’s THE May 12, 2011 Page 45 United Church of Christ, Franklin St & St. John Rd.,MC. 2 pm. Ji-Young Jeoung, organist will perform. Reception follows the concert. Free-will offer- Flowers With Jazz ing. May 17 -- “Angels Among Us.” 3 pm at MC Public “Beautiful Flowers that leave a lasting Impression” Library. Ange Benz shares inspiring stories about 219-872-5668 the angels in our lives. May 17 -- LaPorte County Historical Society Prom Wrist Corsage and meeting. Held at Swanson Center for Older Adults, Matching Boutonniere with 910 State St., LaPorte. Catered dinner at 6:30 pm. all the Bling. $30 plus Tax Story elsewhere this issue. Delivered to Your Home Free May 19 -- “La Belle Epoque: A Beautiful Era” of Charge. Call to Place talk by Joan Chesterton. 7 pm at Lubeznik Center Your Order Today !!! for the Arts, 101 W. 2nd St., MC. Adm: $3; free to LCA members. Delivery Only to all LaPorte County and surrounding areas of Indiana and Michigan May 19 -- Flying Carpet Travelogue: “America’s Amazing Places” presented by Bob DeLoss. 7 pm at Visit Flowers With Jazz on Facebook Elston Performing Arts Theatre, Detroit & Spring Janefl [email protected]. streets, MC. Adm. $5 at the door. May 19 -- Duneland Historical Society meeting.7:30 pm at Library Service Center, 100 W. Indi- ana Ave., Chesterton, IN. Author Joan Meister will speak on her creation, “Brenda Starr, Reporter.” Public invited, refreshments will be served. May 19 -- Andy Friedman (singer/songwriter) in concert at The Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., dĂƐƚĞ͕ZĞůĂǆ͕ĂŶĚŶũŽǇ͙͘͘ Three Oaks, MI. 8 pm MI time. Tix $10; reserve at 269/756-3879 or www.acorntheater.com May 20 -- Friends of the (MC Public) Library Original Wines fully released Plant Sale. 9 am. Hanging baskets & terra cotta New Wines & Food Pairings coming in May mixed pots available. May 20 -- Chicagoland’s Premiere Doo Wop A ,ŽƵƌƐƚŚƌŽƵŐŚDĂǇ͗ Capella Group, Harbor Lights at Memorial Opera tĞĚʹ&ƌŝĚĂǇϮƉŵʹϲƉŵ House, 104 Indiana Ave., Valparaiso, IN. 8 pm. ^ĂƚƵƌĚĂǇEŽŽŶʹϲƉŵ Tix $21/adults, $17/seniors & students; reserve at ^ƵŶĚĂǇEŽŽŶʹϰƉŵ 219/548-9137 or www.mohlive.com ϮϬϯϬdƌǇŽŶZŽĂĚDŝĐŚŝŐĂŶŝƚǇͻ;ϮϭϵͿϴϳϰͲϵϰϲϯ May 23 -- Great Decisions Foreign Policy Dis- cussion Group. 6:30 pm at MC Public Library. Last ǁǁǁ͘ƐŚĂĚǇĐƌĞĞŬǁŝŶĞƌǇ͘ĐŽŵ session of the season is “Multilateralism.” Info: 873- 3049. May 27 -- Bookmarks at MC Public Library. 2 pm. Russian Winter by Daphne Kalotay will be re- viewed by Judith Hurdle. Free, open to the public. Allstar Dry Cleaners Farther Afi eld: May 14 -- Lake Effect Winds (woodwind qunitet) Now Open in concert at Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad St., St. Joseph, MI. 8 pm MI time. Tix $8/gen. adm.; Highest Quality Dry Cleaning and Laundering Service $6/students & seniors; children 12 & under free. Shoe Repair May 15 -- portoluz presents Jazz on a Summers Leather/Suede Cleaning Day at Lakeside Inn, Lakeside, MI. 4 pm MI time. Alterations This week: Starlicker trio and Wilbert de Joode, solo This is your new and improved dry cleaning experience. bass. Adm. $15. That is our promise to you! May 19 -- Northwest Indiana Symphony Orches- Mention this ad to receive a 10% discount on dry cleaning. tra presents “Disney in Concert--Magical Music Expires 05/30/2011 from the Movies.” Featuring Disney vocalists, movie clips and more. 7:30 pm at Star Plaza Theatre, 530 S. Whittaker St., New Buffalo, MI Merrillville, IN (corner US 30 & I-65). Tix $20-$60; Located in the Adrenaline Fitness Gym students $10. Reserve at 219/836-0525 or www. 224-305-0900 nisorchestra.org THE Page 46 May 12, 2011 “Disney’s 101 Dalmatians Kids”

Based on the book The Hundred and One Dalmations by Dodie Smith and the screenplaty by Bill Peet, this musical for the whole family is being performed by the Coolspring Drama Club. Show dates are Fri., May 20 7 p.m. & Sat., May 21 7 p.m. at the Elston Middle School Performing Arts Center. All tickets $5, available at the door. Director…Becky Tiedeman; assistant director…Kristie Steinhiser; music director…Jeanne Bolen; student directors…Hillary Havlin, Sydney Attar, Thespina Dabagia and Kaitlyn Steinhiser. The cast of 30 features: Katie Tripp…Cruella DeVil; Meghan Miller…Roger; Micaela Iacovetti…Anita; Jordyn Bosserman…Horace; Walker Wroblewski…Jasper.

“How to Research House History” The Lake Michigan Youth Orchestra On May 14th, 1 p.m., in the meeting room of the The Lake Michigan Youth Orchestra (LMYO) will La Porte County Historical Society Museum, Coun- perform with instrumentalists LaSte’ Duo during ty Historian Fern Eddy Schultz will be presenting their annual Spring Concert performance on May a program entitled “How to Research Your House 15, 7 p.m. MI time at the Howard Performing Arts History”. Center on the campus of Andrews University in This special presentation will include commen- Berrien Springs, MI. tary by Timothy J. Stabosz, a member of People LaSte’ Duo combine the viola and steel pans for a Engaged in Preservation (PEP). Come prepared to unique music experience spanning multiple genres. take notes. There will be substantial information This special event will feature performances by the disseminated about methods to use and documents orchestra’s three ensembles –Youth Symphony, Con- to search to attain your goal. A question and answer cert Strings, and Encore Strings – and will culmi- period will follow. nate with LaSte’ Duo’s appearance with the Youth A display table will include informative items to Symphony ensemble. Tickets for the event are $5 further your research. The information given may for adults and $3 for students and seniors, and are also be used in the research of the history of any available at the door. For more information, phone structure. It may even be applied to researching the SMSO ofﬁ ce at 269. 982.4030. your family history. Take advantage of this opportunity to broaden your researching ability. There is no charge for the presentation. However, regular museum admission applies. Polish-American Cultural Society The La Porte County Historical Society Museum Next meeting will be held at 5 p.m., Wed., May is located at 2405 Indiana Ave., in La Porte. Hours 18th, at the Portage Public Library, 2665 Irving St. are Tues.-Sat., 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Admission pric- Portage, IN. es are: $6/out-of-county residents, $5/out-of-county A donation of $1 per participant is asked to offset seniors, $3/La Porte County adults, $3/ages 12 – 17, the cost of Polish language materials. For more in- and free/children under 12. Phone (219) 324-6767, formation, phone Leona Jackomis at 219-381-5929 or visit www.laportecountyhistory.org or Theresa Child at 219-464-1369. THE May 12, 2011 Page 47

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High end trash and treasures for sale. Thurs., Fri., Sat., Licensed – Bonded – Fully Insured May 12, 13, 14, 10 am-4 pm. 8926 Warren Woods Road, Lakeside, MI. Free Estimates (We accept Visa & MasterCard) WANT TO BUY Call us at (219) 229-4474 LONG BEACH HOME on or very near Lake Michigan.  LANDSCAPE-Lawns-Clean Up, Etc.  Call 815-207-1259. H & D TREE SERVICE and LANDSCAPING, INC. -- WANT TO RENT Full service tree and shrub care. Trimming, planting, removal. Firewood, snowplowing, excavating. -- Call 872-7290. Wanted: Year-round lease on 3+BR, 2+BA, 1500+ sq.ft. house, with FREE ESTIMATES separate rec. room. Walking distance to beach, hot tub, or in-ground pool a huge plus. Contact Jeremy at [email protected] or 219-229-0302. HEALY’S LANDSCAPING & STONE 219/879-5150 www.healysland.com REAL ESTATE 218 State Road 212, Michigan City, IN COMMERCIAL – RENTALS/LEASE/SELL (Look for Big GREEN Wall) ¼ mi. s. of Hwy. 12 OFFICE SUITE. 3 private offices and reception area. Expenses, except phone, paid. Well maintained, high traffic area. 2811 E. Michigan Blvd., **SPRING MADNESS SALE!!! ** Hardwood Shredded Bark Mulch Michigan City. (219) 879-9188, 879-2700. $21/Yard, Topsoil $21/Yard, Log Chips $21/Yard (While supplies Last, No Rain Checks) RENTALS INDIANA HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH YOUR #1 STOP FOR ALL YOUR LANDSCAPING NEEDS! 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. LONG BEACH COZY 3/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) Landscape Design, Landscape Installation, Landscape Maintenance, Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/370-1745. Hardscaping, Spring Clean-ups, Lawn & Garden Maintenance,               Perennials, Grasses, Shrubs, Trees, Aquatic Plants, Lawn Installation: DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB Sod or Seed, Irrigation, Land Clearing, Trees trimmed/removal, Dunegrass, Excavating, Ponds, Waterfalls, Firepits, Outdoor Kitchens, LAKEFRONT CONDOS -- 2 and 3 bedrooms. 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Caleb’s Crossing by Geraldine Brooks for several years with no one Back in the 60s and 70s I loved to read books knowing of their secret meet- about time travel. There were some really good au- ings. thors out there at that time who handled the subject The pair learn much from beautifully. Since then I have discovered that I love each other. Bethia learns from historical fi ction, which is a sort of time travel expe- the Indian about the land and rience when you think of it... the animals and he in turn If the author has researched his subject thor- learns English and the white oughly, he can make a time and place and its people man’s way from her. come alive and make you feel you can see and un- In time, through a gradu- derstand them as they were. That’s the way Ger- al happening of events, the aldine Brooks writes. No matter who or what she young boy, who came to be chooses to tell you about, you stay in the comfort of known as Caleb, was taken your favorite chair but the words transport you to under the elder Mayfi eld’s wing and eventually sent worlds beyond your imagination. And the fact that to a boarding school to ready himself and another she is talking about an actual incident in time just native boy, along with Makepeace, to attend Har- sweetens the pot... vard college. Caleb Cheeshahteaumauk became the “He is coming on the Lord’s Day. Though my fa- fi rst Native American to graduate from Harvard in ther has not seen fi t to give me the news, I have the 1665. whole of it.” This story is indeed based in fact, and a fascinat- With those words, the reader is taken back to the ing story it is. On the inside cover of the book is mid-17th century off the New England coast to a a copy of the only piece of writing (in Latin) that place we know as Martha’s Vineyard. The speaker survives from the hand of the Indian scholar Caleb. is Bethia Mayfi eld, daughter of a Puritan minister. What becomes of him at Harvard is told within the Bethia’s mother died in childbirth when Bethia was confi nes of the little history that is left of him. still a preteen, leaving a baby girl for Bethia to raise We can only imagine what life was really like in up and take care of in addition to her father and the 1600s on the wild New England coast, but Ger- older brother, Makepeace. aldine Brooks has painted a vivid picture of how Ca- Bethia’s voice is the perfect one for this story. A leb must have been divided between his love of his woman of the 17th century lived a confi ned life, and way of life and the knowledge that the white man we see her world as she was taught: that too much was not going away, and that to bend to his teaching schooling was not good for a female, that planting might be the best way for him to help his people. and harvesting and cooking and cleaning was her What is important is that Caleb has not been for- lot in life, and someday to become another’s wife, do gotten at Harvard. A portrait of Caleb will be done the same for him and bear his children, too. by the college’s offi cial portrait artist, and last year But our Bethia was born with a quick mind, and an archaeological dig in Harvard Yard uncovered when her father gave Makepeace lessons, she would the foundations of the Indian College, where Caleb listen and learn and later picked up not only the resided so many years ago. Latin he taught but the language of the natives, the Publishers Weekly said, “Splendid...Brooks brings Wampanoag, whose name means Easterners, and the 1660s to life with evocative period detail, in- who shared the island with the English. triguing characters, and a compelling story.” Bethia would slip away from her family and ex- But Booklist said it best, “Brooks has an uncanny plore the island on her own, observing the natives ability to reconstruct each moment of the history from afar, until one day on the beach when she is she so thoroughly researched in stunningly lyrical twelve, she meets a young native boy who is the prose, and her characters are to be cherished.” son of the local chief. The two carry on a friendship Till next time, happy reading!

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