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Volume 20, Number 27 Thursday, July 15, 2004 Grand Afternoons in the Park

by Barbara Stodola This summer, trib- ute is being paid to modern leisure in two important happenings along ’s down- town lakefront. On July 16, the official opening will take place for the long-antici- pated Millennium The has owned Seurat’s Sunday on La Grande Jatte, 1884, since 1926, and this summer Park, with its daz- has mounted a major exhibit exploring the forces that contributed to the making of this masterpiece. zling sculpture, and the question “Is it finished yet?” will be answered. In the meantime, just south of the park, the Art Institute of Chicago has unveiled its summer show, a probing study of the steps gingerly taken by Georges-Pierre Seurat as he assem- bled his masterpiece, A Sunday On La Grande Jatte, 1884.

Seurat Continued on Page 2 The has fixed seating for 4,000 and a great lawn area to seat another 7,000. THE Page 2 July 15, 2004

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Seurat Continued from Page 1 The “extraordinary juxtaposition” of these two events occurring, 120 years apart, was pointed out at a press preview by John Bryan, chair- man of the Board of Trustees of both and the Art Institute. Millennium Park, he observed, brings to Chicago “a new type of urban landscape -- a rooftop park, which is above a 4,000-car parking garage.” The Seurat exhibit, in Bryan’s words, reaffirms “the centrality of our collection in everything we do” -- which is another way of saying the Art Institute has rearranged its Monets, Renoirs and other crowd-pleas- ing Impressionist paintings into a new show, culminating in Seurat’s monumental pointillist achievement.

John Bryan, chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Art Institute of Chicago and Millenium Park, addressed the press at the luncheon preview and told them, “Without you, we run the risk of talking only to ourselves.” The new show does justice to Seurat, an immense- ly talented and ambitious artist who died of diphtheria This is one of the many small studies done by Georges Seurat in at the age of 31. Much of his brief career was spent preparation for his largest painting, Sunday on La Grande Jatte. doing drawings and small paintings of people in the grand Parisian park, and the exhibit shows 40 of these pieces, borrowed from museums all over the world. La Grande Jatte was completed when he was just 25. The painting immediately caused a sensation, in part because its huge size (82 by 121 inches) marked a radical departure from the intimate, small-scale paint- ings of his Impressionist cohorts.

Woman and Child at the Well, 1882, is another Pissarro painting of a picturesque country scene.

A lone soldier stands on the banks of the River Seine, on a quiet morning in the 19th century Parisian park. THE July 15, 2004 Page 3

The subject matter of Seurat’s painting was great- ly influenced by the pleasant outdoor scenes Monet Open ‘til 7 p.m. and Renoir were doing, but La Grande Jatte captured Evenings a mood all its own. Although 48 people were depict- ed, they seem to have no interaction with each other. The figures are posed in profile or straight frontal posi- tions, motionless, engaged in no activity more stren- uous than holding their umbrellas. This absence of www.littlehousefashions.comElegant Apparel for the narrative draws greater attention to the meticulous [email protected] Conscious Woman Women’s Apparel method of applying paint, the thousands upon thou- sands of dots and dashes which alternately coalesce and divide, depending on how close you stand to the painting. Tent Sale The optical effects produced by Seurat’s technique were tied to the new scientific discoveries regarding 60% Off last sale price the perception of color and light, and were followed Spring & Summer Merchandise up by other artists in the trend toward abstract up to 50% off painting. Today, he is seen as a major force in the mod- ernist revolution. Seurat’s La Grande Jatte, as viewed 120 years Great Fit after its completion, cannot help but provoke comparison & Great between the ways that Sunday afternoons were observed back then, on the banks of the River Seine, Fabric! and today, on the shores of Lake Michigan. One dif- This easy, ference immediately apparent is the level of activity, versatile pant Chicago’s hustle and bustle contrasting markedly set is such a with the serenity of a 19th century Parisian park. great value. Beautiful Seurat Continued on Page 4 embroidered cut work detailing on the jacket and shell add to its charm. Iridescent buttons make this an elegant ensemble, while the drawstring pants with side seam pockets, make it com- fortable. Numerous figures are posed in the park in one of Seurat’s preparatory 55% Silk/45% studies. The seated matron at right was later replaced by a Rayon standing couple with umbrella. Lining (Jacket Only) 100% Polyester Dry clean or hand wash

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Seurat Continued from Page 3 The new Millennium Park strongly asserts Chicago’s commitment to providing entertainment for the mul- titudes. The newly-designed Jay Pritzker Music Pavilion, between Michigan Boulevard and , has fixed seating for 4,000 and a Great Lawn area to seat another 7,000. It replaces the , and is planned to accommodate rock and jazz festivals as well as the traditional symphony. This out- door space is defined by an elegantly arched trellis, which carries the sound equipment without obstruct- ing the view of the stage. The Harris Music and Dance Theatre stands at the north end of the development, on , where it was “shoe-horned into the space,” in the words of Ed Uhlir, city architect and project design director. The Ed Uhlir, city architect and project design director of Millennium Park, landscape plan for a portion of the park has been done stands on a balcony overlooking the Chicago park, following by Kathryn Gustafson, who also designed the Diana his presentation at the Cliffdwellers Club. Princess of Wales Memorial in London. A major gift from the Pritzker family jump-start- ed the project, a multi-million-dollar grant to be awarded “if we could get somebody like Frank Gehry, and at first we were not sure he was interested,” Uhlir explained. One problem to be overcome was the restriction against building permanent structures on the lake side, and another problem was winning the rights to extend the parking garage over the rail- road tracks. Frank Gehry, the acclaimed California-based archi- tect, became intrigued by the prospect of designing a pedestrian bridge, which was something he had not done before. The bridge crosses Columbus Drive and ends up at the music pavilion, which is topped by Gehry’s soaring sculpture of stainless steel panels resem- bling huge petals of flowers. The underground parking lot has been enlarged, and now it also includes a 400-space heated indoor bicy- cle parking facility, complete with lockers, showers, Frank Gehry’s monumental sculpture, with petal-like forms of curving bike repair, and all the amenities encouraging peo- stainless steel, soars above Chicago’s new Millennium Park. ple to ride bikes to work.

“,” a 30-foot-high stainless steel sculpture by , stands at the south end of Millennium The Prirzker Music Pavilion, consisting of the Gehry sculpture and a latticework enclosure, Park, on Madison Avenue. also has a stainless steel ribbon extending into a pedestrian bridge over Columbus Drive. (Photo of sculpture rendering by David Morgan) THE July 15, 2004 Page 5

At the south end of the park, on Madison, anoth- er stunning sculpture has been installed -- a 33-foot- high seamless, stainless steel piece in an elliptical shape, with a highly polished, reflective surface. It was designed by British artist Anish Kapoor, and weighs over 100 tons. Also, in memory of ’s Beaux Arts origins, the Wrigley Square Peristyle was placed at the corner of Randolph and Michigan, replicating the curving row of Greek columns which stood near that spot in 1917. A three-day celebration, free to the public, will officially inaugurate the new city park. It opens on Friday, July 16, with music and dance events culmi- nating in a 7:30 p.m. concert by the Grant Park Orchestra. Selections from Tchaikovsky, Rachmaninoff and Copland will be followed by the world premiere of John Corigliano’s Midsummer Fanfare, which was commissioned for this occasion. The Saturday, July The Jay Pritzker Pavilion stage, designed by Frank Gehry, is nestled 17 schedule includes a parade, from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. under his stainless steel sculpture. (Photo by Philip Ramirez) and then more outdoor entertainment. At noon on Sunday, there will be a three-ring circus. For a com- plete listing of events, consult the Chicago Millennium Park website. Seurat and the Making of “La Grande Jatte” will continue at the Art Institute of Chicago thru September 19. This is the only place the exhibit will be shown, as the painting does not travel. Timed and dated In a scene from tickets can be reserved by calling 312-375-8000. Chicago’s Millennium Park, Various special programs, lectures, performances 2004, a couple of and family workshops are also scheduled, with more visitors admire the information available at 312-443-3680. Wrigley Square Visitors to the Art Institute of Chicago should be peristyle. aware of the change in hours that became effective on July 1, 2004. Although Tuesdays remain free to the public, the museum will close at 4:30 p.m. on that day, and evening hours have been changed to Thursdays. The new hours are: 10:30 to 4:30 on Mon/ Tues/ Wed/ Fri; 10:30 to 8 p.m. on Thursday; 10 to 5 Saturday and Sunday. GRAND PARKS-THEN AND NOW

Sunday afternoon along the River Seine in 1884 as depicted by Georges Along the banks of the Chicago River, 2004, a girl named Patty takes Seurat. pets Lola and Bosco for a Sunday afternoon walk. THE Page 6 July 15, 2004 CISV Summer Camp

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Jean welcomes us to her garden and studio/gallery, located in Jackson Township.

Jean Juhlin at work on a form of a native southwestern woman. The woods resemble mixed-salad greens of spinach it's the "best time of day." and escarole. A male cardinal sitting on a high limb, Even at the tender age of ten, Jean knew she was a scarlet cherry tomato. But whereas winged flight destined for a career in art. She received a scholar- can at any moment change the elements of nature's ship at the Children's School of the Art Institute of color wheel menu, Jean Juhlin's solid bronze garden Chicago and in her words, "just kept going." sculptures anchor an artful landscape on her Jackson Many of Jean's sculptures have a southwestern theme, Township property. an influence that she inherited when she studied at We had a chance to visit Jean at her home studio the Instituto National de Bellas Artes and at the and garden as she prepared an inventory of her Instituto de Allende in San Miguel. Her time in works for the upcoming Chesterton Art Fair, a show Mexico allowed her the opportunity to immerse her- she will be doing for the first time since she and her self in the native culture by working with local mod- husband moved from Chicago 18 years ago. els. She recounted one man who walked into the stu- "I get up between 4:30 and 5:00 a.m. every day to dio who had a "very seasoned face with exquisite go work in my studio," Jean said, adding that for her,

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A native Mexican woman resting serenely The artist's painted clay piece welcomes Mother and Child, a familiar Juhlin amid a park like setting. visitors to Jean Juhlin's home. sculpture theme. bone structure. fair circuit from the prestigious Cocoanut Grove fair "He (the resulting sculpture) just 'happened,'" Jean in Florida to the Midwest's famous Ann Arbor Art Fair explained. "Things that go the fastest are the best." and has picked up an impressive list of Best of Show As Jean puts it, many of her resulting sculptures "just awards along the way. fall out of the clay bag." Jean also has taught classes in clay all over the United Jean said that for the most part, she tends to iden- States, but for now she admits that she prefers stay- tify more with the female form, adding that "women ing close to home. Her garden, almost all of which is tend to take women more seriously." covered in deep shade, lends itself to a quietude and "I've always been attracted to three-dimensional grace. And to the welcome complement of sculpted forms forms," Jean said, adding that lately she has been exper- and textures, which need no sun for them to blossom imenting in new mediums such as hand-dyed and paint- or dazzle. Perhaps, from the photos we brought back, ed silks, where she is currently designing a line of "art you can get some fresh ideas for your own artful gar- to wear." But for the present, it has been Jean's den. sculptures that have garnered a global list of customers. Jean invites you to visit her booth at the Chesterton Mitsubishi, Samsung Electronics, and Tyson foods have Art Fair, August 7 and 8, where you can see her been among her corporate clients, and galleries from work first-hand. For more information, contact the Sedona, Arizona to Washington, DC have represent- Chesterton Art Center at (219) 926-4711 or Jean ed her work. In past years she has traveled the art Juhlin at (219) 464-0167, or www.juhlinsculpture.com

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Trained as a shoemaker, he built a career as an inven- tor of prototype submarines. Testing his first sub in the lake off a Michigan City beach in 1845, he made history as the first person to introduce an undersea vehicle to the Great Lakes. He was 20 years old. The biographical-historical line on Lodner Darvontis Phillips paints him in colors that reveal immense ded- ication, a spirit of daring that bordered on the fool- hardy, and ingenuity belying the fact that he had lit- tle education beyond the primary grades.

Patricia G. Harris, author of the book, Great Lakes' First Submarine, examines a model of what is believed to have been the inventor's first submarine. The scale model may be viewed at Michigan City's Old Lighthouse Museum. (Keefe photo) "Joanne Adkins came looking for research mater- A photograph believed to ial on her great-great grandfather," Harris recalls, "and be an informal portrait of Lodner Phillips was found that was one of the things that got me started on my in the family records of own research." the inventor's descen- Even with help from the descendants, some of dants. (Image courtesy Patricia whom have since passed away, Harris remembers that G. Harris) the book turned almost overnight into a Sherlock Holmes-style saga lasting some two years. At a min- imum, "I sent out several dozen pieces of correspon- dence," Harris recalls. She adds in her preface to the book that "Research has shown that informa- tion on Phillips and his submarines and other inven- tions is scattered in bits and pieces in many libraries and public records in the , England, and France." Once Harris began her opus, each new piece of evidence, each new document would open new doors. The ingenuity showed in his logical, quite sim- As Harris writes, "Every time the research seemed plistic and yet effective solutions to the problems of nearly complete, another aspect of Phillips' life and locomotion and steering. But he also found ways to his inventions would surface." purify air while submerged, to guide a crude under- sea craft in ascents and descents, and to provide interior illumination. He pioneered in underwater trav- el in various other ways. That Phillips' name didn't fade into the mists of his- tory, taking his real accomplishments into anonymi- ty with it, is due in good measure to the efforts of a current Michigan City resident, Patricia G. Harris. Along the way to her 1982 book, Great Lakes' First Submarine, Harris received substantial help from sev- eral descendants of inventor Phillips. Principal among them was Joanne Westerkamp, now Mrs. Wayne Adkins of St. Joseph, Michigan, Phillips' great-great granddaughter. Also among the descendants was Joanna Doskocil of LaPorte, also a great-great grand- A plaque attached to a front wall of the Old Lighthouse Museum notes daughter. In the 22 years since the book was published, that in 1845 Lodner Phillips became the person to introduce a submarine Harris has lost track of the others. to the Great Lakes. (Keefe photo) THE July 15, 2004 Page 23

Harris had for many years been accustomed to steamer Eastland, graveyard for more that 840 men, the habit of research. Author of five books on local sub- women, and children who drowned when the ship cap- jects, including the Phillips book, she has been a sized on July 24, 1915. Itself salvaged and placed on member of the Michigan City Historical Society for exhibit in Chicago, Phillips' experimental vehicle some 40 years. She served as curator/director of the became known as “the Fool-Killer.” Michigan City Old Lighthouse Museum for 18 years, Dated Wednesday, February 16, 1916 an ad pro- ending with her retirement from that work in January, claimed: “SUBMARINE 'FOOL KILLER'--Now on 1982. Exhibition at 208 South State St.! Admission 10¢. . Over the years Harris has received numerous . This tragic and historic relic is now on exhibition from awards and citations, among them the Historical 9 A.M. to 11 P.M. daily and Sunday. . ., together with Society's honorary “Keeper of the Light Award.” She the bones of the man and dog who perished when it belongs to several historical/genealogical groups, sank.” The ad continued: “'The Fool Killer', resurrected serving as treasurer of the LaPorte County Genealogical for your inspection, is the most intensely interesting Society and president of Alpha Iota Chapter, Pi exhibit ever shown in Chicago. Every man, woman, Epsilon Kappa Sorority. She is also official archivist and child should see it.” of the St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception Parish. The 85-page Phillips volume was one of her biggest challenges. Even with all the discoverable “bits and pieces” of evidence safely archived, the questions surrounding the career of Lodner Phillips sometimes outnumber the known facts. The 1845 test of his first submarine in Michigan City, for example, took place on an unknown date. No one knows who witnessed the test or how it was conducted. The inventor's second experimental submarine became, arguably, his most famous. While opinions differ, Phillips family lore in particular supports the theory that this submersible measured 40 feet from stem to stern and that it underwent a test in the Chicago River in the late 1840s. Part of the advertisement touting the exhibit featuring the "Fool Killer" Some accounts suggest that an accident occurred submarine contains an artist's drawing in which the undersea vehicle has in Chicago and that a man and a dog drowned inside faces at various portholes. (Sketch courtesy Patricia G. Harris) the vehicle. That accident intersected two generations The Fool-Killer was one of the four submarines of later with one of the great tragedies of Great Lakes various sizes and capabilities that Phillips is known history. to have invented. The third may have been the most Workers engaged in salvage operations in the successful. Chicago River in 1915 discovered Phillips' sub, which Evidence that this third underwater craft under- had lain embedded in river mud for some 64 years. went tests in Michigan City appears in a lecture The workers were preparing to refloat the excursion delivered in 1875, only six years after Phillips' death. The lecturer was Lt. F. M. Barber of the U.S. Navy. As Harris writes in her book, Barber described the sub- mersible as “the most complete invention of its kind with which I am acquainted.” Phillips Continued on Page 24

Debonaire in his light- house keeper's uni- form, William Phillips, son of inventor Lodner Phillips, stands next to a U.S. Lighthouse Service lifeboat. (Photo Courtesy Patricia G. Harris)

A sketch of the 1851 Lodner Phillips submarine shows the extraordinary detail that characterized the inventor's work at this early stage of his career. The sketch became part of the illustrative material used by Navy Lt. F. M. Barber to illustrate his 1875 lecture. (Sketch courtesy Patricia G. Harris) THE Page 24 July 15, 2004

Phillips Continued from Page 23 By 1856 he was living in Chicago. He had received What, for Barber, set the Phillips sub apart from a patent for a suit of “diving armor” whose movements others? Among other innovations, the 40-foot, cigar- the wearer could control. “He can ascend to the sur- shaped vehicle had an air-purification system of face. . .without the assistance of others,” as Harris notes advanced design. Obviously constructed for military in her book. use, it also had a six-pounder gun that could fire a pro- jectile upward while submerged. Phillips had “so far perfected his arrangements for purifying air, etc., that on one occasion he took his wife and two children with him and spent a whole day. . .exploring the bottom of the lake,” as Barber noted. He listed other evolutionary developments intro- duced into this third Phillips invention: The submarine could attain a speed of 4.5 knots with two men turning the cranks of a two-bladed propel- lor. . . The bow of the boat worked with a hinge so that tools could be used outside the craft while it was below the surface. . . At substantial depths a lamp designed by Phillips provided interior light. . . Using water ballast tanks that could be filled or emptied mechanically, the pilot could both steer and keep the Patented in 1856, the suit of "diving armor" invented by Lodner Phillips was made primarily of cast iron. The diver could control its ascents and craft hovering at any level without yawing or tilting. descents from inside the diving suit. (Sketch courtesy of Patricia G. Harris) Adaptations of the diving armor suggest that it was conceptually sound. Both Germany in World War I and Italy in the 1930s redesigned the iron suit for prac- tical use in salvage operations. In the mid-1860s Phillips was living in New York. He was working with a colleague, a lawyer named Frederick M. Peck, on plans for submarines that could be used in the Civil War. These designs called for craft as long as 200 feet. The Navy accepted one such design but there is no evidence that the craft was ever put into production. Still living in New York, Phillips received U.S. Patent No. 60,053 on November 11, 1866. The new inven- One of Phillips' early submarine designs provided for a hinged nose-piece that could be opened to permit occupants of the vehicle to work outside tion was a machine for making buttons from plastic the hull. Visiting the Michigan City Old Lighthouse Museum, Patricia materials--a far cry from the undersea vehicles that Harris points out other features. (Keefe photo) he had conceived and designed for more than 20 A fourth submarine developed by Phillips went to years. the bottom of Lake Erie in 1853. The inventor had been A New York death certificate gives October 15, testing a plan to lower the submersible to a shipwreck 1869 as the date of Phillips' death. He had been suf- that lay 155 feet below the surface. The cable or fering for several months from phthisis, or pulmonary hawser broke during the lowering operation and the tuberculosis. As in other phases of his personal his- sub itself became a shipwreck. “Fortunately,” as tory, there is no extant account of his burial. His Harris notes, “There were no occupants.” final resting place is an unmarked grave in New Working apparently with funds borrowed from his York's Green-Wood Cemetery. father and possibly other relatives, Phillips contin- “Had Phillips lived today, he may have been worth ued to experiment. He designed a submarine that lec- millions,” as Harris writes, “for many of his inventions turer Barber described as a military model and anoth- were ahead of their time.” er that was suited to both military and salvage purposes. By 1852 he was applying for patents. Booklover's Note Seeking a buyer for one of his submarines, Phillips "A few" copies of Patricia G. Harris' book, Great also wrote to a U.S. Navy official on April 7, 1852. Lakes' First Submarine, are available from Apparently a mutation from an earlier model, the “boat” Michigan City's Old lighthouse Museum, accord- that was up for sale would be “completed in about 3 ing to members of the Michigan City Historical months.” The Navy official wrote back to say that “The Society. The book summarizes Harris' research boats used by the Navy go on and not under the into the life and work of the local inventor. water.” THE July 15, 2004 Page 25

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Harbert Antique Mall TEAM RED ARROW HIGHWAY HARBERT, MICHIGAN Horizon Advisor 269-469-9156 Mary Vrska THE July 15, 2004 Page 33 62nd All-Breed Dog Show The LaPorte Kennel Club will host its 62nd All-Breed Dog Show outside on Sun., July 18, on the campus of the Michigan City High School, 8466 W. Pahs Rd. Color me Blue… The Club is expecting over 3000 people to attend and 1000 dogs representing most of the breeds rec- or color me pink, ognized by the American Kennel Club. Ten judges will be arriving from places as diverse as New York and Color me green or white, Mexico to participate in the selection process of deter- Marigold yellow, “Bleeker Beige”, mining the best of each dog breed. Judging begins at 8 a.m. and the Club expects the Best in Show trophy Crimson or “Moonkissed Night” to be awarded by 3 p.m. The public is invited to attend, but should not bring their own dogs. All dogs showing at this event Do it with paint, plaster or glaze, have been preregistered. Although there is no admis- sion fee, there is a $5 parking fee at the gate. Food Use chalk or wild feathering,’ will be available to purchase in the newly renovated High tech or low country, school cafeteria. This year’s show is being dedicated to the memory of Club member Everett Kirkham. Shiny or matte - Fun Puppy Match on July 17 Please, just make my heart sing. On Sat., July 17, the Club will hold an AKC Sanctioned B Fun (Puppy) Match at the same site. Judging for the match begins at noon. Entries will be taken from 10-11:45 a.m. and are $5 each. All dogs enter- ing this match must be AKC registered. No champi- ons of record or dogs with championship points may participate in this event. A Fun Match is held to pro- For custom finishes, murals, vide the novice dog and dog owner an opportunity to trompe l’oeil, color consultations participate in a dog show ring prior to entering a reg- ular AKC dog show. It is helpful if owners entering and more, call their dogs are somewhat familiar with dog shows and with the judging process. A portion of the entry and gate fees from these shows Deb Henderson will be donated to the LaPorte County Kennel Club, Inc. Scholarship Fund at the Purdue University 219.879.3324 School of Veterinary Medicine, to the Leader Dogs for the Blind Program and to the LaPorte County Sheriff’s Portfolio, References, Estimates K-9 Unit. For more information, phone the LaPorte County Visitors Bureau, 872-5055.

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foodstuff by carolyn mcconnell First Chicago..... We’re told Chicago’s Green City Market is a social gathering place, a chef hangout and an educational center; that they offer tasting tables, chef cooking demos, children’s activities, educational programs on sustainable issues, as well as music for your ears. During the sea- son, they put on an annual auction, then on an evening late in July, a Chef BBQ presented by Les Dames of d’Escoffier.and that’s only a couple of their special programs. Each Wednesday morning at 10:30 (market hours - 7:00 to 1:30) there are well-known Chicago chefs at the demo-station – among them, Bruce Sherman of North Pond, Gale Gand of Tru, Erwin Drechsler of Erwins, Charlie Trotter (hey, go see Trotter on October 1st).Want to learn more? Check out their website, www.chicagogreencitymarket.org. Pat Sondgeroth says “from our farm gate to your dinner plate” One of my favorite Lincoln Park booths is that of Heartland Meats - Piedmontese cattle born and bred in the United States and raised on the Mendota, Illinois farm. The benefits of the Piedmontese beef are naturally lean meat, tender texture and remarkable flavor. Heartland has all sorts of cuts, including filet mignon, New York strip, rib eye, flank and also basics like soup bones and stew meat. A gift box of those meats can be ordered (877-588-5326) and shipped anywhere in the U.S. Another stop was Roseland Organic Farms out of Cassopolis, MI. They also produce organic meats and produce from healthy soils and that’s where I bought Paul Maki, from Wisconsin’s Blue Skies Berry Farm, comes to Chicago a bunch of beautiful purple asparagus. The next day, I roasted it in balsamic and a little minced garlic, then The jeep and I picked up my daughter Jane at her sprinkled parmesan over all. It was divine. Chicago home and headed for the fava beans. Again, We covered lots of other goodies, like those from no luck – a little too early for the favas, they said. If Genesis Growers with their organically grown produce, any of you readers hear about them first, please let herbs and herbal soaps and next, Red Hen Breads of me know. Those beauties fascinate me – shell ‘em, then Chicago, another favorite since I’ve been visiting the blanch ‘em, peel ‘em, cook ‘em, peel ‘em again and you Green City market. It’s a pleasant half day in the city. get, of all things, gourmet beans! Check their web-site (above) and see what’s coming up that you don’t want to miss.

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Jane and I then unpacked our foodstuff at her ‘balcony tomatoes,’ too, and they’re looking good, place and walked over to M. Henry’s (chow for now, early on. it’s called), a nice little restaurant at 5707 N. Clark The farmers market – the big one that reaches entire- for lunch. The food there is delicious and elegant. We ly around the state capitol building at Madison’s then drove over to Trader Joe’s on Clybourne where center – doesn’t begin until early Saturday morning, I stocked up on groceries from another of my favorites. so we spent the rest of Friday admiring other Wisconsin No, Joe didn’t have fava beans, either. scenes. The Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center is stunning, high above the two equally stun-

En route to lunch at M.Henry’s, Jane rested on Abe’s knee Two fishermen on the bottom level of Monona Terrace – we were way, way up Next, Madison, WI...... ning rivers that flow through Madison. Rich also Ah, Madison. I’m so glad son Rich moved from took us to a park full of gorgeous forestry and harboring California to that handsome midwest city a year ago. a number of boats. That’s where Jane remarked she’d It’s an exact 200 miles from my home to his. And since love to use their fish cleaning table, then pretended he’s right beside Madison’s famous farmers market, she’d caught Rich, hook line and sinker. Yeah, that’s 200 miles are a pleasure, not a problem. Good com- how those two act together, dating back to their tod- pany, good food – a combo that can’t be beat. Jane went dler years. along on this overnight trip.

Jane at the fish cleaning table Part of the in Madison, crowd in front of with a good Madison’s catch capitol building

We three later had dinner, a great one, at The Great Dane – the place Rich and I had eaten last fall. En route on a Friday forenoon, she and I stopped Then, for hours we played one of their childhood for lunch at still another old favorite, Clock Tower Inn favorite card games, Rummy. Yes, of course, I was the at the edge of Rockford IL, then reached Rich’s toma- winner. to-bedecked balcony mid-afternoon. Yep, he’s growing Farmer’s Markets Continued on Page 36 THE Page 36 July 15, 2004

Farmer’s Markets Continued from Page 35 Early the next morning, Jane and I took off for the market. It was a beautiful day, about 70 degrees and clear as a bell pepper. And it’s the perfect outdoor pas- time on such a beautiful day. At the stall of John & Dorothy Priske, we learned about Steinke Popcorn. They tag it Just Plain Popcorn Baby Rice - ingredi- ents: baby rice popcorn, sunflower oil, salt, beta carotene color. They also join forces with many other Wisconsin vendors in providing kohlrabi, a vegetable we don’t see very often around here, but is abundant in Madison. My Food Lover’s Companion says it’s a member of the turnip family and that it’s rich in potassium and vitamin C.

Just couldn’t resist this photo op.

No wonder Wisconsin is called the cheese capitol of the world. They offer a wide variety of cheeses and their prices are certainly inviting. I bought a chunk of Queso cheese, mild and good looking for $1.50. Jane came away with Munster jalapeno, a much larger chunk than mine, for a mere $2.75. Good size packages of curds were offered for $2. Hey, maybe a 200 mile trip to Madison Saturday mornings are worth it, just for the cheeses!

Kohlrabi and popcorn, what a combo Fountain Prairie Inn & Farms in Fall River house Scottish Highland cattle for strip steaks, rib eyes, flanks, etc. Dry-aging intensifies the flavor of the meat and increases tenderness. Besides their fine foods, they also have an inn on their property with five guest rooms, overlooking their beautiful, natural farm. Looking for a nice Wisconsin get-away? Check their website for more information. www.fountainprairie.com

Jane’s picking out the finest six tomatoes from hundreds

I suppose I’ve altogether missed favas in their 2004 season. But farmers markets are a great joy any- way, no matter their size nor their distance. And they last the entire summer. To take complete advan- tage like I do, visit Furnessville on a Friday, Michigan City on Saturday and the Beachwalk Sundays. Oh yes, there’s South Bend’s market that’s open all year round Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, plus Fridays during summer months. Then, take a drive to Chicago Wednesdays and head up to Madison, WI another Saturday. Happy summer and happy farm- Hey, that’s Paul Maki again, back home from Lincoln Park, Chicago ers markets, fellow foodies. THE July 15, 2004 Page 37

SUPER DELUXE CHINESE BUFFET 879-3845 Fortune House Chinese Restaurant 2501 Oriole Trail, Long Beach “The Best Chinese Food in Michigan City” We had over 150 participants in the Fun Run 872-6664 which raised a whopping $700 for the new carpeting 312 W. U.S. Route 20, Michigan City, IN fund. Kevin and Hal Higdon awarded “special prizes”, Hours: 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Everyday a slew of old race T-shirts, to those who finished first Carry Out Available for Buffet & Menu and were gullible enough to take one home. Hal was We also offer Lunch Menu impressed by the community’s enthusiasm and was pleased to be involved in a race without extensive struc- LUNCH BUFFET ture and commercialism. He felt it was a rewarding 11 AM - 3:30 PM experience to participate in races on both ends of Adults $4.99 • Children $2.99 Under 11 the spectrum. Shrimp with Vegetables Green Pepper Steak Hot Sour Soup Slade Edling from Long Beach Fitness Center Cashew Nut Chicken Sesame Chicken Fried Potatoes attracted a host of volunteers who enjoyed helping Vegetable Delight Moo Goo Gai Pan Mongolian Chicken Stir-Fried Mushrooms Sauteed Green Beans Mongolian Beef assemble water bottles that were given to each run- Sechuan Pork Lo Mein Fragrant Chicken ner as they crossed the finish line along with a cer- Crab Rangoon Sweet & Sour Pork Cookies (Chocolate & Chicken on a Stick Meatballs Amond) tificate from The Beacher. You will have to ask around Egg Roll Fried Rice Special Fruit Selections for finish times, who came in first, and where the mile Egg Drop Soup Chinese Donut Ice Cream marker was or if there even was one since the “Fun OVER 50 ITEMS ON THE BUFFET Run” only promised to be just that, fun. A big thank DINNER BUFFET you to Kevin and Camille Higdon for hosting the 4 - 9:30 PM DAILY event. Adults $6.99 • Children $3.99 Under 11 The Long Beach Fitness Center had a suc- Our dinner buffet includes all of the cessful open house on the 4th. Everyone had an luncheon features plus the following items: opportunity to see what a beautiful job was done to Seafood Combination transform Miss Hill’s #5, Miss Hunt’s #6, and Miss Spare Rib In House-Special Sauce Ginther’s #7, old class rooms into an upscale work- Chicken Kabob • Sweet & Sour Shrimp out facility. Dr. Mansour, nutritionist/personal train- Honey Crisp Chicken • Mussels er advised potential members on the benefits of Cocktail Shrimp healthy food choices and exercising properly. Patty the We Now Feature Salad Bar manager was pleased to say they will be reordering & Ice Cream Bar, T-shirts and water bottles as a result of high sales. Sushi & Pizza! The new bulldog logo was well received. Members are Children under 3 eat free • 10% discount for senior citizens Party Room Available & Wine Available excited about the location and are looking forward to We Deliver on all Orders Over $25 & More within a 3 mile radius walking or riding their bike to workout. For information on how to join the club, phone 879-1395. There is an evening and weekend position available for a front desk/members service equipment assistant. Phone Patty ty li S for an interview. i a b t WILSON i i s s f We would like to thank the Long Beach Civic n a

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e n our community with yet another fabulous 4th of July R celebration. We sincerely appreciate all the time, & RENOVATION WI n y effort, hand work, and dedication of the members and t e g r i t volunteers. COMMUNITY = COMMUNICATION IN UNITY 219-872-5110 • Design • Porches • Decks Ted Perzanowski Essential Life Skills Training • New Construction • Windows An effective alternative to counseling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples • Remodeling • Flooring Michigan City, Indiana - 219.879.9155 Chicago, Illinois - 312.938.9155 • Room Additions • Framing [email protected] THE Page 38 July 15, 2004 Art Exhibitions in the Area The best dining Susan Rosso Exhibit Works by Susan Kay Rosso, local artist, can be seen this side of at Grace Church, 2722 Wabash St., Michigan City. The exhibit will continue until mid-September. Lake Susan’s educational background includes attend- ing the American Academy of Art in Chicago, and Michigan Valparaiso University. She is a member of the Oil Restaurant Painters of American Association, American Academy at Whittaker Woods of Women Artists and is a member of Adult Scholar’s Golf Course Program at Valpariso University. She presently teaches drawing and painting class- OPEN FOR LUNCH es for adults and children in oils, acrylics, pastels and AND DINNER DAILY watercolors. Southern Shores Art Association Exhibit THURSDAY - Seafood Pasta Buffet The recently organized Southern Shores Art FRIDAY - Michael Di Muccio on piano Association will have its first exhibition which will begin with a reception on Sat., July 17, 4-8 p.m., 722 Join us for Sunday Breakfast Buffet 10 am - 3 pm Franklin St., Michigan City. SATURDAY 8-11PM - Patti Shaffner The theme of the organization of professional artist members is “conversation and critique” which occurs (269) 469-3400 along with a program on the fourth Thursday of each Gift Certificates - Golf & Restaurant month. Available by mail Artist members in this exhibit are from LaPorte, Michigan City, Valparaiso, Chesterton, Beverly Shores 12578 Wilson Road and Dune Acres and work in a variety of medias. New Buffalo, Michigan www.golfwhittaker.com

Free Yoga Classes Offered Dancing Feet Yoga is offering free yoga classes for beginners every Tuesday night, 6-7 p.m., through December. This special introduction to yoga is being taught by students of the Dancing Feet Yoga's teacher training program. The staff will rotate so students can experience different teachers for personal attention. The class will focus on basics for those who have never tried yoga before. Classes are held at the Old School Community Center, 2501 Oriole Trail, Long Beach. For more information phone 872-9611, or visit www.dancingfeetyoga.com.

Live Jazz every Friday & Saturday FRIDAY - Marvin Etta Penn SATURDAY - Patti Schafner Gourmet Salsa, Gifts & More OPEN 7 days at 5 p.m. In the Courtyard at 219/872-4500 110 C N. Whittaker OPEN DAILY 521 Franklin Street, Michigan City New Buffalo 269-586-2290 THE July 15, 2004 Page 39 hrimply

Creepy, Crawling Critters Week pectacular SUNDAY, JULY 18 11 a.m. CICADAS PROGRAM. Meet in the Nature Tuesdays! Center Auditorium to learn more about these fasci- nating insects. $10.95 1 p.m. HOORAY FOR HOPPERS. Meet in the Nature Join us every Tuesday night for a boat-full of Shrimp Dinner specials. Our Center Auditorium to meet some live hoppers. taste tempting entrees include a dinner TUESDAY, JULY 20 salad & crusty hot bread. 11 a.m. INSECT CRAFT PROGRAM. Meet in the SUCCULENT SELECTIONS Nature Center to make an insect craft, then go out Shrimp Scampi with Linguini…BBQ Shrimp to explore the park, and find more bugs. with Sweet Corn…Stir-fried Shrimp with Oriental Rice…Lemon-Butter Grilled Shrimp THURSDAY, JULY 22 Cajun Shrimp with Bayou Rice…Tempura Battered Shrimp & Vegetables…or nibble on 11 a.m.-noon. FIND THE NATURALIST. Look for a a full pound of Shrimp in the Shell with naturalist and she will have something to share with Cocktail Sauce you about insects you may find in the park. 2 p.m. BUTTERFLY CRAFT. Meet in the Nature Center Auditorium. FRIDAY, JULY 23 11 a.m.-noon. NATURALIST ON THE BEACH. Look 269-469-5950 for a naturalist on the beach who will share some insect RED ARROW HWY., UNION PIER, MI millers-restaurant.com lore with you. 2 p.m. WETLAND CREATURES. Meet on the Nature Center’s deck to identify creatures from the wetland. For more information, phone 219/926-1390.

Quilters Hall of Fame A grand opening for the Quilters Hall of Fame will take place July 15-18 in Marion, Indiana. In addition there will be workshops, lectures, a style show, book inaugurations and signings, quilt block con- test, quilt shows and vendors. For directions to the sites, and a complete list of activ- ities, visit www.quiltershalloffame.org or phone 765/664-9333.

Outdoor YOGA Mornings Sun 8:15 am & Mon 7:45 am Above the Garden Sunset - Wed 7 pm 2120 Avondale Drive, LB Men & Women Welcome (+2 blocks from Lake Shore Drive) Teens 17+ Class 1 hour 15 min. Private or group lessons too. Series or walk-ins Info & brochure 219 872-9593 Arrive early THE Page 40 July 15, 2004

Red Hat Society Chapter has a “Red Hat Round-Up” Recently, eighty Red/Pink Hatters converged on Pleasant Heights Farm to celebrate the begin- ning of Summer. The “Ladies of the Lake” Chapter kicked up their heels at line dancing,and watched a spectacular free-style horseback riding demon- stration staged by Laurie Reese.

Mr. & Mrs. Tom DeHayes were the line dancing instructors for the evening. (Did they understand the steps?)

(l-r): Tami Mullins, Ellie Parkerson, Marci Meyer, Bonnie Reese and Laurie Reese. (l-r): Lisa Elenz, Missy Grams, Susie Yemc and Kathleen Beeler.

(l-r): Bev Battle, Nancy McGeady, Bobbie Blank and Jayne Krol are (l-r): Susan Kelley, Jean Guerin, Jan Duffy and Kathy Kenefick. planning the next event.

(l-r): Nancy Pavletic, Pat Kelley, Connie Sullivan and Pat Timm. (l-r): Mary Jo Kelley, Jan Duffy and Maureen Mellen. THE July 15, 2004 Page 41 FOR SALE 2 contiguous lots THURSDAY, JULY 15 Michiana Shores 7-8:30 p.m. SUNSET SAUNTER: MOUNT BALDY. Learn of the forces that shaped the Indiana Dunes or $65,000 for both watch the feeding frenzy of the tiny bank swallow. Search for fossils amidst the sand grains or admire the 1st lot 40 ft x 10 5ft deep tenacity of duneland plants. Any of these adventures 2nd lot 42 ft x 92 ft deep await you on this “anything goes” ranger-led hike. The wooded fun concludes with a beautiful sunset over Lake Michigan. Located on north side of Wild Rose FRIDAY, JULY 16 7:30-9 p.m. MUSIC HERITAGE SERIES: HIGH- Contact: Mike Falatovics WAYS AND BYWAYS. The Save the Tunes Council will 312-909-7987 sing about people on the move. Whether going to the beach or out west; by sail or by rail, summer calls to the wanderer within. Meet at Dorothy Buell Memorial Visitor Center. SATURDAY, JULY 17 7:30-8:30 p.m. TRANSFORMATION: FIRE! Join this Von Tobel interactive campfire presentation featuring Smokey Lumber & Hardware Bear and his Fire Technicians and learn how fire helps to shape some of the unique natural ecosystems Our designers understand of the Indiana Dunes. Meet at the National Lakeshore the building and Campground Amphitheater. remodeling process and SUNDAY, JULY 18 have the expert 1-4 p.m. EARLY POTAWATOMI LIFE-KID STYLE. knowledge to capture your ideas and make Lessons learned by the early Potawatomi children would them workable solutions. help guarantee their survival in adulthood. Join vol- unteers Eileen Stewart and Vince Fischer for hands- Stop in & meet our Kitchen/Bath on demonstrations of vital life lessons. Each child par- Design Team: Jim Bolka, Shirley ticipant may take away an example from today’s Wagner, Tom McPherson & lessons. Park at the Bailly/Chellberg parking lot and Kari Pullins walk to Bailly Homestead. 321 E. U.S. 20 • Michigan City • 219 879 8484 For more information, phone 219/926-7561, ext. 225. Monday - Friday 7-6, Saturday 7-5

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He will stop, Select Garden Accessories up to 50% Off adamant, that he has to read it to the last word. It was on this one of these sniff and stroll ses- sions, that my attention was caught at a particular Huge Selection of Trees and Shrubs, garden at a lakeside home. We go by it often since it’s just around the corner Evergreens, Perennials and Grasses. and landscaped beautifully for each season with masses of flowing grass, daylilies, sedum, Lenten roses, dwarf hydrangea, and a massive planting of blue Remember to see us for all your pond needs nepeta, probably Nepeta Massini Blue Wonder which grows only 15 inches high and has a low spreading habit, especially good for dry soils in full sun when its blue spikes bloom in late spring and summer. This particular time, the nepeta was abuzz with bumble bees. a swarm of black and yellow bees flitting about from flower to flower, more than I had ever seen in one garden spot. Like Charlie and his nose for news, I began to wonder about them, why nepeta? Was it the blue color? If so, what was in the bee and in the color that brought them together? So curious as a cat, I went on a little web hunt when I got home. First of all, nepeta is also called cat mint, and it’s nepeta cataria that draws the cats into an ecstasy of blissful play. It exudes the chemical Nepetalactone, a very effective insect Custom repellent that attracts cats when the leaves are bruised. At a moggies.co.uk Shutters website, (nepeta came to this country from England) there Nepeta Cataria 125 N. Whittaker St. was this old saying: If you set it, the cats will eat it. New Buffalo, MI 49117 If you sow it, the cat’s won’t know it. tel. 269-469-2818 Which means that only when the leaves have been OPEN DAILY 10-6 touched or bruised as in transplanting or setting it out, will the cats be drawn to it. If it is sown by seed, they leave it alone. Rolling in nepeta or cat mint is THE July 15, 2004 Page 43 harmless for cats, unless, of course, they spend all their time on far-out trips to lala-land and ignore other catly duties like chasing dust mites, or getting their required 22 hours of sleep a day. Then you might have to limit Provence nepeta time. When it comes to bumble bees, it’s a different story. atPurdue They are busy, busy, busy every minute getting that nectar to their queen. North Central They are too busy gathering nectar and the pleasures of to dance around the way honey bees do, but all their efforts LaPorte County don’t collect it in the large amounts that honey bees July 26 - August 8, 2004 gather. They are also larg- The Billy Foster Trio – Free Jazz Concert er in size and with their Tuesday, July 27, 7 p.m., LSF Cafeteria larger, hairy bodies they Underwritten by NIPSCO are one of the few insects that can control body tem- Daily Creative Workshops, 1-4 p.m. perature. They can shiver their $40 each - supplies included, for children, teens, and adults Color, Landscapes, Visualizing Dreams, and more! flight muscles to warm them- To register, call 219-785-5343 or 219-872-0527, ext. 5343 selves so they can fly and work at the same time. A very efficient Bumble bee, drawn to Free Daily Lunchtime Programs system that allows them to sur- flower nectar Noon-1 p.m., LSF Building 02 (lower level) vive in colder climates. In reading about bumble No reservations necessary bees, I, of course, learned more than I need to know Need more information? Call 1-800-741-3618 or visit www.pnc.edu. about their habits and habitats, probably intrigued An equal access/equal opportunity university as well by a recent reading at a play group to which Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations, please contact 219-785-5267. I belong where Edie and John Hoppe produced a play called “Humble Boy” in which honey bees played 1/4 mile south of Indiana Toll Rd (I-80/90), US Hwy. 421, Westville, IN an important (and lethal) part. One habit of bumble bees that makes them different from honey bees is that they do not produce flat, vertical honey combs; they produce a mound of cap- sule like cells and usually nest in the ground. The queen forms a small mound of pollen paste and lays sever- al eggs in it, seals it with a small dome of wax, and constructs a wax cup, called a honeypot, in the entranceway floor and fills it with nectar to feed on as she incubates the eggs. At the end of the season, the eggs hatch, the females mate to fly off and become new queens. . .and the drones and workers who have worked so hard like those swarming among the nepe- ta on lakeshore drive, just die. A busy, busy, busy buzzing cycle of life complete. I couldn’t find much to tell me exactly why some bees might be attracted to certain colors, except that they are, monarda with its red flowers is a great bee attracter, but I suspect it has to do with the spectrum of light with blue being at the lower end and red the highest. At least I think that’s how light is mea- sured, like the red shift in the light measured from stars. Maybe, if I live my life right, I’ll be reincarnated as a quantum physicist and understand it, and would- n’t that be fun. Or maybe my departing energy will just reappear as a bumble bee with a color preference in my genes, to just live and die, doing my thing with no questions asked, just because I have to in the cycle of life. And so it is. THE Page 44 July 15, 2004 CyberScribbles 504 Eastwood Road by Paula McHugh Michigan City, IN 46360 Earth Lights. American Signs. Haggis. Olde 219-879-0089 English. Art. M-F 8-6 Sat 8-5 Sun 10-4 Call this past week's surfing experience versatile. You’re invited to a Party! Well, not really. This week's collection is from past research that just did not make it into print yet. Yep. Customer Appreciation Day - Thank you for your support! We are all over the map this week. Earth Lights. This NASA site has been on the Web July 10th 11:00 - 3:00 for several years, but if you are new to the 'net, you Free refreshments, pig roast and prizes all day. may not have known about it. What you see is the earth Please join us for the fun! at night viewed from a satellite. It is easy to pick out the metro areas and if you are claustrophobic, you may want to move to parts west, such as Montana, where lights are almost invisible. As you view the bright areas Rag Tops Auto around our corner of the world, and in Florida, and New York, you may regret not having put all your eggs Museum into the electric market basket. View the Earth at Night displays classic, antique at http://antwrp.gsfc.nasa.gov/apod/image/0011. American Sign Museum. I once lived in the and unusual western 'burbs close to Ogden Avenue, which in the automobiles in a late 1970's looked like a sign museum to me. My creative setting amidst a younger son learned his alphabet on our drives down vast collection of that busy street: "Let's stop at big M, mom." But the 219.878.1514 memorabilia American Sign Museum on the Web is a vintage col- 209 W. Michigan Blvd. Corner of Washington St. & US 12 Open Every Day lection of signs that include gasoline logos, vintage neon, Michigan City,IN 46360 10 to 7 early American tavern and inn signs and a host of other A non-profit organization interesting stuff. If you are a diner fan, you will appreciate the Lost Diners and Roadside Restaurants link. California roadside architecture, including all the big, bigger, biggest signs are here, as are some vin- tage New York City wall murals. I especially enjoyed a side trip to Len Davidson's Neon Philadelphia, a link that led me into an enjoyable journey around Philly that used-to-be. Signmuseum.com. Haggis. If it is good enough for Mel Gibson, then it has to be good enough for others with a cast iron stomach. And if you want to order your own Scots pud-

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219-874-2015 QUIETLY CONDUCTING THE BUSINESS OF PRODUCING FINE WORK SINCE 1961 WENTLAND CONSTRUCTION THE Page 46 July 15, 2004 Oil Paintings and Ceramic Totems View the colorful impressionistic landscape oil paintings of Russ Vogt, and the outdoor ceramic totems by Russ Vogt and John Turula. Meet the artists at a reception at the Courtyard Gallery on Sat., July 17, from 1-5 p.m. (MI time), and Sun., July 18, 1-4 p.m. Courtyard Gallery is located at 813 E. Buffalo St. (US 12), New Buffalo. For more information, phone 269/469-4110

Country Western Dance Amarillo Star’s monthly country western dance is scheduled for Sat., July 17th, 7-10:30 p.m. The dance will be held at the Skwiat American Legion Post in Michigan City. Admission is $3 for AS members and $5 for non-members. Patriotic colors is the theme for this month’s dance. Everyone is welcome to attend. For more information, contact Chris at 874-3624.

PNC Advance Registration Purdue University North Central offers current and prospective students the chance to advance register for fall semester classes now through Aug. 19. Classes begin Aug. 23. To obtain a copy of the fall class schedule or to speak to an admission counselor, contact the Admission Office, 872-0527, ext. 5505.

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Firefly Festival Presents Ko-Thi Dance South Bend’s popular Firefly Festival continues this Sat., July 17 with an African-American dance com- ITALIAN BEAD BRACELET pany. Ko-Thi Dance Company is Wisconsin’s oldest and largest African-American performing arts organiza- 1722 Franklin St. Mon. 12-5 tion. Dancers wear authentic costumes and the spir- Michigan City Tues - Fri 10-5 ited musicians play traditional instruments. The (219) 879-6100 Sat 10-2 word “Ko-Thi” comes from the Shebro language of Sierra Leone, West Africa, and translated, means “seek out Gift Certificates n Layaways n Major Credit Cards and Debit Cards Accepted African roots.” Firefly Festival takes place on the hillside out- door stage of St. Patrick’s County Park, near the Indiana/Michigan state line in South Bend. Gates open 5 p.m., the performance begins at 8 p.m. Tickets are historic $10 in advance, $15 at the gate; ages 6-16, $5. Phone FEATHERBONE FACTORY 574/288-3472.

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Where on an early morning holiday do you find a also collecting the $5 fee to be used for center activ- large crowd of various ages? What activity can you par- ities and new carpeting. Susan was signing the cer- ticipate in and still bring along your pets? If you like tificates provided by The Beacher to those who finished wearing casual clothes, you will feel very comfortable. the run. Kevin announced, “We’ll start at 7:05 and it What a good guess! It IS the Old School annual July will be over at 7:10. Our race this morning is a Fun Fourth Fun Run sponsored by The Beacher Business Run—or whatever you want to call it. There is also Printers. The primary players are members of the a T-shirt giveaway, but please take only one!” Higdon family. Hal and Rose Higdon decided to take Outside, I talked to Amy and David Shinn from a less active part and turned this year’s 5K Run/Walk Michiana Shores who planned to push their chil- over to their son and daughter-in-law, Kevin and dren, Olivia (1-1/2) and Dylan (4-1/2). They were Camille Higdon. The younger Higdons’ children Kyle, present for the first time. Dylan was still trying to get 15 and a sophomore at Michigan City High School, in a short nap, while Olivia was snacking. Others wait- and Wesley, l3 and in the 8th grade at St. Stan’s, par- ing for the race ticipated in the regular race. Holly, 10 and in the 5th to start were grade at St. Stan’s, came to run in the kids’ race. chatting with friends or warming up their muscles. Kelly Mc- Innis (visiting from Wiscon- sin) and Dan Kowalski from Long Beach stood with their very well-be- haved dogs. Kelly’s chow mix, Dadra, is a girl. Nanook, a husky mix, (r) Kevin Higdon (standing) & Susan Vissing (seated) help runners sign in and pay their fees. belongs to another son of I arrived at the Old School Communiity Center to Mary Kow- find many people there and numerous cars already alski, but Boze- Olivia & Dylan ride free! Parents David & Amy parked. Would it rain? Hopefully not. Hal Higdon arrived man is a Ger- Shinn will push. on his bike, which he wheeled into the building and man Shepherd then struck a silly pose with his yellow cap in his mouth. of Dan’s. Dan Nearby, his son, Kevin, and Susan Vissing, director has been in the of the center, were assisting people with sign-ins and race before and was in cross country while in high school.

Hal Higdon arrives for the run, cap in mouth.

Kelly McInnis & Dan Kowalski will walk with Nanook, Dadra, & Bozeman. THE July 15, 2004 Page 51

Phyllis Baker holds Timber while Patsi Gately has his sister, Sassy.

(l to r) Erin Tobin, Dody Nondorf, Peter Hickey (yawning), Jessica Nagle, Dorothea Tobin, & Eunie Nondorf mug it up for the camera. Another group mugged it up for the camera. Peter His ears and his tail will be curly.” Hickey, in the center, could not help but yawn on such Suddenly, I missed The Beacher’s usual represen- an early morning. Others with him were Erin Tobin, tative in the race, Charley McKelvy. “Where’s Charley?” Dody Nondorf, Jessica Nagle, Dorothea Tobin, and Eunie I asked myself. “Is he traveling elsewhere today? Nondorf. The Nondorfs are from 1702 Lake Shore Drive. Maybe he’ll be back next year. I hope so!” Dody and Peter are engaged to be married; this year Near the building, some people present were assem- is their second annual race. bling water bottles, compliments of The Long Beach Kevin Higdon explained the route and asked for any Fitness Center, which was holding an open house later questions. Everyone stood behind the starting line. in the day. The group included Cristy and Riley Kevin called, “On your mark, get set, GO!!!” The race Reimschisel, Barbara Butler, Susan Vissing, Patti had officially begun. Huntley, and Lesley Downs (who lives close to Camille Higdon went inside the building to count Hacienda). The free bottled water was close by. how many had signed up for the race. There were 150 Here came the runners and my camera was not ready! total. I photographed the champion, Brad Ada, who stretched Phyllis Baker and Patsi Gately were holding their after crossing the finish line. His time was 15 min- puppies, waiting for the children’s race to start utes 59 seconds (or 16 minutes). He runs cross coun- “because puppies are sort of like children.” Phyllis’s try. A runner close behind Brad was checking his puppy is named Timber while Patsi’s is named Sassy watch for the time. Another to cross the finish line was and is a sister to her brother, Timber. Phyllis said, watched closely by Ryan Reimschiesel. There were cries “Nanook looked these two right in the eyes and they of “Awesome!” and “Good Job!” Those to finish arrived calmed down. Timber had a problem with his esoph- back at varying times to collect their certificates and agus and almost died twice, but he’s doing okay now. other prizes. Old School Run Continued on Page 52

Kevin Higdon starts the race and they’re off and away. THE Page 52 July 15, 2004

Assembling water bottles are : (l to r) Cristy Reimschisel, Barbara Butler, Susan Vissing, Patti Huntley, Riley Reimschisel, and Lesley Downs. Time for the kids’ race! Old School Run Continued from Page 51 Kevin Higdon lined up the runners for the children’s race. Those 4 and under had to complete one lap; other competitors ran for two laps. The children (and the puppies) were on their way! Ryan Reimschisel won the one-lap children’s race. Holly Higdon was first in the two-lap children’s com- petition. John Kearney came in third. I talked to John’s father, Steve Kearney. He said that John’s sport is really swimming, but that the one minute, 50 second time represented his best race. When asked if the race was fun, John commented, “It was fun, but not totally fun!” There were a few sprinkles in the early morning, but someone remarked, “Runners don’t care if it rains; they like it to cool themselves off.” Please keep running, and we’ll see all of you at next year’s 5K Fun A hand from Kevin Higdon for Ryan Reimschisel, Run during Long Beach’s July 4th celebration! winner of the one-lap race.

The Grand Champion, Brad Ada, stretches after crossing the finish Ryan Reimschisel watches an early John Kearney is third in the line. finisher slowing down his pace. two-lap kids race. What was my total time for the race? THE July 15, 2004 Page 53 Gallery Walk in Three Oaks Each month, on the third Saturday, the town of Three 80 x 80 Lake Shore Drive Homesite Oaks hosts a gallery walk from 5-11 p.m. (MI time). White Water Views/Lake Breezes Several galleries keep the doors open to share a vari- Complimentary ety of local and regional artists. Artists open their stu- $225,000 dios to the public, the sidewalks become a stage for musicians and street performers as well as to artists Call 800/814-7501 or 888/492-3405 V/M demonstrating their work. Verne L. Dunn, GRI, ABR Blue Gallery is a contemporary art gallery located 132 T in a turn of the century building featuring renowned artists in paintings, sculpture, pottery, jewelry and wood furniture. Gallery 107 is located in the Acorn Theater and rep- resents various Midwestern artists. Dawning Gallery features a variety of regional artists whose work includes paintings, prints, wood- fired ceramics, textiles and hand-made gifts. Rubbish Designs creations include clothing, acces- sories and more. The Vickers Theatre Art Space exhibits Midwestern artists working in various media. The Historic Featherbone Factory is home to sev- eral artists and their studios as well as visiting artists.

Looking Ahead On Sun ., Aug. 1st, 27 leprechauns will hide with their pots ‘o gold in the fields of Sharing Meadows in Rolling Prairie, Indiana. Father Dennis Blaney, President of the Share Foundation, invites families and friends to hunt for the Leprechauns and win cash prizes up to $1,500 which includes a trip for two to Ireland. This year marks the 10th annual Leprechaun Hunt. The festivities run from noon-6 p.m. Live Irish entertainment will be playing as children of all ages can enjoy hayrides, games, a moonwalk and boating and fishing for even more prizes. The Villagers of Sharing Meadows will sell craft items and a live auc- tion will feature La-Z-Boy chairs Admission is $40 in advance ($45 at the gate), $35 senion citizen ($40 at the gate); children 17 and under admitted free. Information: 219/778-2585.

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Kroczek gardens, 1805 N675W, LaPorte. Adm. $7 includes refresments, entertainment, drawings. 11 am- 5 pm. 400 types of daylilies, cash & carry. July 18 — Shake Rattle & Roll Car Cruise & Dance — Cars will cruise from Sullair (3700 E. Michigan Blvd) to Washington Park staring at 4 pm. Raffles & give aways for cruise participants. $3 entry fee per vehi- cle. Follwed by dance at park. Food & refreshments will be available; live bands. Info: Frank Harris, 861- 5055. July 19 — Noon Organ Recitals at the First Congregational Church, 6th & Washington streets, Michigan City. Lasts approx. 45 min. Free & open to the public. Various organists will be participating. July 21 — Blood Pressure Screening. 2 pm at the MC Public Library. Bring a list of your medications and your blood pressure card. Free. July 22 -- “Soundtrack to Life.” Dunes Summer Theatre, Michiana Shores, IN. For performance schedule and ticket info, phone 879-7509. July 28 — Great Books. 6 pm at the MC Public Library. For discussion is The Deerslayer by James Fennimore Cooper. New members invited to attend. Confirm next month’s reading material at the Circulation Desk. Places to Visit: Barker Mansion, 631 Washington St., Michigan City. Adm. $4/adults, $2/kids 18 and under, free/kids under 3. Guided tours Mon-Fri 10 am, 11:30 am, 1 pm; Sat & Sun noon & 2 pm. 873-1520. Great Lakes Museum of Military History, 360 Dunes Plaza, Michigan City. Info 872-2702 or on the web at www.militaryhistorymuseum.org LaPorte County Historical Museum, county com- SHORT GAME NOT SO SHORT? plex in downtown LaPorte, Indiana. Hours 10 am-4:30 pm, Tues-Sat. Adm. free; donations welcome. 219/326- PUTTING GREENS!!! 6808, ext. 276 or www.lapcohistsoc.org. Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. 2nd St., Michigan City. Tues.-Fri., 10 am-4 pm; Sat. 10 am-2 pm. Phone 874-4900. New Buffalo Railroad Museum, 530 S. Whittaker St., New Buffalo, MI. Open Mon-Fri, 9 am-5 pm; Sat-Sun, 10 am-3 pm (MI time). Info 269/469-5409. Old Lighthouse Museum, Washington Park, Michigan City. Open Tues-Sun, 1-4 pm. Adm. $2/adults, $1/kids grades 8-12, 50 cents/kids grades 1-8, free to preschool- ers. Group tours available, phone 872-6133. Closed Jan. & Feb. New Construction Design/Build Rag Tops Museum of Michigan City. 209 W. Michigan Blvd. A collection of classic, antique & unusual vehi- Remodeling Water Gardens cles & memorabilia. Open every day 10 am-7 pm. Adm. $6/adults, $5/sen.cit., $4/kids, free/under age 3. 878- 1514. Construction Farther Afield: Technologies, LLC. July 17 — Firefly Festival presents “Ko-Thi Dance General Contractors Company.” African-American dance company. Gates open 5 pm; show starts at 8 pm. Tix $10 in advance, $15 at the gate; $5 for youths 6-16. Held at St. Patrick’s County Park, 5-651 Laurel Rd., South Bend, 219-873-7671 near the Michigan/Indiana state line. THE Page 56 July 15, 2004

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Santiago’s Open for Lunch and Dinner On July 17, 1763, financier John Jacob Astor, who 110 W. 9th St. (1/2 blk. west of Franklin St.) at one time was referred to as "the landlord of New Michigan City (219) 878-0222 York," was born at Waldorf, Germany. On July 17, 1821, Spain formally transferred Florida to the United States. On July 17, 1955, Disneyland officially opened in Anaheim, California. On July 17, 1955, Arco, Idaho (population 1,200) became the first community in the world to receive DAILY SPECIALS electricity generated by atomic power. WEDNESDAY - FAJITA’S FOR 2 On July 17, 1976, Britain's Queen Elizabeth opened Includes Quesadilla & Alamo Ice Cream the Summer Olympiads in Montreal. for Dessert $14.95 THURSDAY - 1/2 SLAB RIBS $7.95 On July 18, 1811, English author William Makepeace Thackeray, one of the most compelling novelists of the HOURS: Monday-Friday Open at 5:00 P.M. • Saturday & Sunday Open at 1:00 P.M. "Victorian Age," was born in Calcutta, India. 310 East Buffalo New Buffalo Mi On July 18, 1914, the forerunner of the Army Air Corps 269-469-9600 was created as a branch of the Army Signal Corp. THE July 15, 2004 Page 57 On July 18, 1932, the United States and Canada signed Creekwood Inn Celebrates 20th a treaty to develop the St. Lawrence Seaway. Creekwood Inn, a thirteen-room Bed & Breakfast On July 18, 1936, the Spanish Civil War began as inn, located on 33 acres of woods and creeks, is cel- General Francisco Franco led a military revolt against ebrating its 20th anniversary. the socialist coalition government. In honor of its anniversary, Manager Peggie Wall On July 18, 1938, pilot Douglas "Wrong Way" and Owner Mary Lou Linnen are hosting the Michigan Corrigan arrived in Ireland. He had left New York with City Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours event the stated intention of flying to California. on Thursday, July 22, from 5pm to 7pm. The public is invited to attend. It will be held in the conserva- On July 18, 1986, videotapes were released showing tory of the inn, which is located at Routes 20/35 and the remains of the Titanic, the British luxury liner that I-94 in Michigan City. went down in 1912 in the North Atlantic. Creekwood started in 1984 as a dream of Mary Lou On July 19, 1834, world famous impressionist painter Linnen. It was at a time when tourism was emerg- Edgar Degas was born in Paris. ing in the area, and bed and breakfast inns were On July 19, 1918, Germany troops, defeated in their few and far between in the mid-west. Mary Lou last major World War I battle in France, began a remembers having a "practice night" before the inn retreat across the Marne River. opened. Various friends, family and business associ- ates were invited to critique the inn before it opened On July 19, 1941, during World War II, Winston to the public. One guest said it reminded him of Churchill, Britain's Prime Minister, launched his "V being in the mystery, "Ten Little Indians". This led us for Victory" campaign in Europe. to start Mystery Weekends, where each guest assumed On July 19, 1969, England's John Fairfax came a role in a murder mystery plot and a murder was solved ashore at Ft. Lauderdale, becoming the first person on Saturday nights. in history to row across the Atlantic Ocean alone. When the inn opened, meals were catered and served only to the guests. In the early 90's it began On July 19, 1985, Christa McAuliffe was chosen to serving meals to the public and obtained a liquor be the first schoolteacher to ride aboard the space shut- license. Presently, it has a fine dining restaurant tle. (She, along with six others, was killed the following called Kelly's Table. It is open to the public from January when the Challenger exploded in flight). Wednesday through Saturday evenings, with Chef Pat On July 20, 1304, Italian poet Petrarch, whose son- Kelly Malden preparing taste tempting entrees, appe- nets placed him among the greatest love poets of all tizers and desserts. time, was born in Arezzo. Mary Lou and Peggie feel the past twenty years have On July 20, 1859, 1,500 baseball fans paid 50 cents been very rewarding. They have met many great each to see the Brooklyn Dodgers play the New York people and feel they have provided them with qual- Giants, the first time that fans were charged admis- ity accommodations, outstanding service and have given sion to see a game. them a reason to return to LaPorte County. For more information on Creekwood Inn, its 20th Anniversary, On July 20, 1881, Sioux Indian Chief Sitting Bull, or Kelly's Table, call 219.872.8357. a fugitive since the Battle of Little Big Horn, surrendered to federal troops. On July 20, 1942, the first detachment of the Women's TOM SPERLING, PGA Army Auxiliary Corps, later known as WACs, began 37 years experience training at Fort Des Moines, Iowa. teaching adults On July 20, 1969, Apollo 11 astronauts Neil Armstrong and kids and Edwin Aldrin became the first men to set foot on Game Improvement Is A Phone Call Away! the moon. 219-874-2291 On July 20, 1976, the United States spacecraft Viking I, after an eleven month flight, began sending back clear pictures from the surface of the planet Mars. 25 to 500 People On July 20, 1985, off the coast of Key West, Florida, ORAK SHRINE CENTER N Business Meetings a diving sortie, led by Mel Fisher, discovered $400 mil- N lion in sunken treasure. Seminars N Weddings On July 21, 1899, author Ernest Hemningway was Symposium Catering N born in Oak Park, Illinois. Breakfast - Luncheons - Dinners, Snacks, Buffets. Parties for all Occasions Sit-down Dinners - Full Bar Service Available N On July 21, 1949, the Senate, by a vote of 82 to 13, 3848 N. FRONTAGE RD. - MICHIGAN CITY FREE Hall Rental ratified the North Atlantic Treaty. 219-873-1826 Monday-Thursday THE Page 58 July 15, 2004 Travels with Charley: Making My Weekly Rounds in the River Valley Senior Center Van by Charles McKelvy

Since late winter, I have been getting up early on Thursdays and reporting to the River Valley Senior Center at 13321 Red Arrow Highway here in Harbert, Michigan for my weekly duty as a volunteer van dri- ver. On a typical Thursday, I put between 75 to 95 miles on van number 3 performing a task common- ly referred to as: “homes & meals.” That means that I collect between five and eight souls from the sur- rounding “southcounty” area, deliver them to the senior center, and then load up two coolers full of food and deliver those meals to as many as 15 people in such places as Three Oaks and Union Pier. I am one of more than 200 volunteers who perform such services for the River Valley Senior Center, and I am happy I was recruited to be among that august number. Specifically, I am thankful to my friend and fellow Charley is ready to take the helm of van 3. Photo by Janet Ott, Director of Harbertian, Don Lashley, who tirelessly recruited the River Valley Senior Center. (She did not want her picture taken, but me to drive for the senior center, because, as he often consented to take mine.) said, “They really need drivers.” decades before the state bureaucrats gave me the green So, to keep Don happy and to take on a worthy pub- light to pilot one of the center’s five gray vans. lic-service project during Lent, I went over to the I had no such luck, because Bonnie Parker was call- River Valley Senior Center one brisk day in March and ing within days to say I was all cleared to begin dri- presented myself to the director, one lively lady ving on whatever day worked best for me. named Janet Ott. “Thursdays,” I said. “Thursday mornings would be Janet said she had been expecting me, and gladly best.” referred me to the center’s secretary, Bonnie Parker. “Fine,” Bonnie said, “We’ll see you next Thursday Bonnie, who is absolutely no relation to the infa- at nine, and Don Petersen can train you.” mous Bonnie Parker of Bonnie & Clyde fame, said I Well, Don Petersen, who has been driving for the could begin driving just as soon as she presented center for quite some time, did a dandy job of mak- the number on my driver’s license to the State of ing me into a bonafide volunteer van driver. Thanks Michigan for verification that I was heaven on wheels. to Don, I even learned to talk on the center’s two-way I gladly allowed her to photo-copy my license, radio and drive at the same time. thinking it would be weeks, months, or perhaps even Not everybody can do that.

The River Valley Senior Center, at 13321 Red Arrow Highway in Harbert, is always in need of volunteers. THE July 15, 2004 Page 59

Only properly trained senior center volunteer van drivers. After a few Thursday training sessions with Don Petersen, Bonnie sent me out for a solo run. She had no choice, because Don and his wife were heading for Florida for some R & R from the rigors of the Michigan winter. Thanks to Don, I did all right. Meaning I did not get lost, lose a single “client” or illuminate one single police flasher in my peripatet- ic pursuit of service to area seniors. I followed Don’s example of cheerful driving and helped each and every one of my charges in and out of the van and kept up a lively banter as we made our rounds through the rolling southwestern Michigan countryside.

Murial Beadleston often helps me navigate van 3 on Thursday mornings.

A pastoral portrait heading east on Elm Valley Road near Three Oaks. It got so I got to like it in short order, and, as Lent drew to a close, I wondered if I just might consider stay- ing on as a volunteer van driver. Regular van rider Nellie Payne didn’t want her picture taken, Bonnie Parker decided the issue for me by saying but her dog Molly was more than happy to pose. on Holy Thursday, “We’ll see you next Thursday, won’t we, Charley?” “You bet, Bonnie,” I said without hesitation. Senior Van Continued on Page 60

Murial Beadleston has been safely delivered to the River Valley Senior Center. A sign of welcome as the van approaches Three Oaks from the south. THE Page 60 July 15, 2004

In one breath they might say: “It’s no fun getting old,” but on the other, they’ll add: “It’s a beautiful day, isn’t it?” It’s always a beautiful day when I drive for the senior center. And I know Janet Ott and Bonnie Parker would be thrilled to brighten your days by enlisting you as volunteer van drivers or in helping them continue serv- ing the senior citizens of southwest Berrien County as they have done since 1973. And, if you are Berrien County voter, they certainly would appreciate your YES vote on the senior center millage. They’ll be happy to tell you about how you can get involved, and it wouldn’t hurt to stop by, would it? Again, the River Valley Senior Center is located at 13321 Red Arrow Highway in Harbert, and they are open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 The view of the Amtrak tracks and downtown Three Oaks p.m. (Michigan Time). from the Hickory Street Bridge. Phone 269/469-4556, and tell them “Charley in Senior Van Continued from Page 59 van number three” sent you. I mean how can you say “no” to a woman named To volunteer in Michigan City, phone the Bonnie Parker even if she isn’t remotely related to that Senior Center at 873-1505 or Meals on Wheels at Bonnie Parker that Faye Dunaway played on the 872-9117. big screen? You simply cannot, and I am glad I agreed to keep on driving the senior van every Thursday. I look forward to collecting the ladies I like to think of as “Charley’s Angels” every Thursday morn- ing and to listening to what they have to say about every subject under the sun. Without betraying their confidences, allow me to say I am privy to some amazing insights and great truths. My senior sisters have also taught me about aging gracefully and living each day to its fullest. Sure, they have their disappointments, and aches and pains, but they bear them with patience and fortitude. What wonderful teachers they all are. Not only them, but the homebound to whom I Pauline Keller, who is site manager for Senior Nutrition Services, provides deliver meals. a hot meal for Tom Gooding at the River Valley Senior Center.

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Call 269/449-9292, or visit www.tlcvacationrentals.com OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE IN POPULAR HACIENDA BUILDING LAKE SHORE DRIVE - LONG BEACH Sizes from 720 SF up to 1750 SF. 3/BR, 4/Baths - A/C - Jacuzzi - Decks - Awesome View. For more information call 219/874-8748 Available July &August - $2,000/wk. - Call 219/872-7336. FOR LEASE - Two Office Suites, approximately 900 and 1,500 FOR RENT - LONG BEACH - LAKE SHORE DRIVE - HILLSIDE square feet respectively, at 1411 S. Woodland Ave., Michigan City, Lake Views. Deck. 4/BR, 2/Bath. A/C. W/D. Gas Grill. Cable. st IN. Modern, contemporary, energy efficient & ample drive up parking Avail July 18-25, or July 25 - Aug 1 . - $2,100/wk. 708/349-0442. at the door. LONG BEACH EXECUTIVE HOUSE RENTAL Available now -- Call 219/872-0318 Stop 29 - Overlooking Lake. Fantastic decks/views. 3/BR, 2/Bath. BOA T SLIP - 55', - $3,800/Season - Marina . A/C. W/D. & much more. NO PETS/NO SMOKING. Before & after Includes all utilities & pool access. 219/670-1659 Labor Day week available. LT Rental Avail. For current rates, call 630/337-6220. OFFICE SPACE AT 2811 E. MICHIGAN BLVD, MICHIGAN CITY 3 Private Offices. Large Reception area. Ample parking. Lighted SHERIDAN BEACH - SPECTACULAR LAKE VIEWS. Marquee. All expenses except phone, paid. Near main hwy. Ideal Large 3/BR, 4 decks. All amenities. Short- term $1,500/wk. for professionals or branch office. -- 219-879-9188, or 219/879-2700. Long-term $1,400/mo. - Call 630/852-5414 FURNISHED 2/BR APT. - Sheridan Beach, Lake Shore Drive . RENTAL INDIANA All amenities. Outdoor deck. Short walk to beach. $200 per night. STOP 26 - LAKE SHORE DRIVE -- 4/BR, 2 1/2 Baths. 2 Nights minimum. Call Milt Dempsey at 219/874-4995. Front deck. Back porch. - Call 219/879-0615, or 773/233-6511. DELIGHTFUL VACATION RENTAL - Stop 37. Sleeps 8. 3/BR + loft. HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH 2/Baths. D/W. A/C. W/D. FP. Screen porch. Large deck. Deck off 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. Master BR. TVs. Cable. BBQ. On3-Wooded lots. Linen included. 1/4 LONG BEACH COZY 4/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) Block to lake. Phone Mike at 847/321-8661 or Judy at 847/814-8215, Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/579-1745. or email [email protected]. WATERFRONT LUXURY CONDO - 3/BR, 4/Bath. Furnished. DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB $1,500/mo. year lease.-55-foot boat slip also avail. - 219/670-1659. LAKEFRONT CONDOS -- 2 and 3 bedrooms. SHERIDAN BEACH - STOP 3 - 3/BR, 2/Bath. Sleeps 10. Central A/C. Summer Rentals -- $1,400 to $2,000 per week. W/D. 2-Decks. Grill. Enclosed veranda. 100 Yards to beach. Summer One Month Minimum - DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. rental. - 708/532-4927, or www.geocities.com/pafleck1950. FLINT LAKE-VALPARAISO - Charming hillside house surrounded by OGDEN DUNES HOME ON THE LAKE - 2/BR, charming furnishings. trees. Spacious living room. Fireplace. Big Country Kitchen. 1/BR. Spectacular views. Avail after June 15. Call 219/947-2940 Glassed in study. Steps to the beach. Peaceful. Perfect for writer, LAKE VIEW COTTAGE - 1/BR + Den - for one year lease. artist, or loving couple. $630/month. -- Call 219/771-2779. Asking $110/mo. -- Call 219/873-1180. THE July 15, 2004 Page 65

MICHIANA LOG CABIN ON 7 WOODED LOTS. WOODED, 88 X 120, HOMESITE. City water & sewer. Birch Drive, 2/BR, 1/Bath. Family room. Sleeps 7. Short walk to beach & park Michiana, IN area. $59,000. - Broker/Owner - 239/283-2437. Weekly/monthly rental June - Sept. 219/874-5704. TOWNHOUSE FOR SALE - Congress Park, corner unit. 2/BR, 2 full LONG BEACH HOUSE RENTAL baths. 2 Decks. Full, unfinished, Basement. Gated community. Call now to reserve Summer'04 weekly rental of this JUST refur- Association pool & bath house. Inspection completed, preliminary bished 3/BR house. Sleeps 10. Includes new kitchen, lighting, furni- title work avail. 3 blocks from Lake Michigan. $140,000. - ture, beds & paint. Only one block from Stop 22 beach. No Pets. 219/879-0262 Also avail for fall/Notre Dame footwall weekends SPACIOUS CONVERTIBLE STUDIO, lake view, hardwood floors, door- For info/rates - call Tim at 773/975-1291 man, pool, health club, parking, grocery, restaurant, observation room, CHARMING COUNTRY HOME best of all in the heart of the Magnificent Mile. 260 E. Chestnut. - August Rental (2-Blocks from Lake). Fully furnished. 4/BR, 2/Bath. 219/879-3454. Family Room w/Fireplace. Sun Porch. 2/Car Garage. A/C. W/D. BEAUTIFUL 3 ACRE ESTATE- Limestone ranch and cottage, located Patio Deck.- 708/784-9866, or 219/879-7914 until Jul. 6. on golf course very near Pine Lake, IN. Scenic LaPorte, IN. RENT ME - 4/BR, 2/Bath. Michiana Shores, IN. 5 Blocks to beach. One parcel, or will divide. Call 219/324-0670. Weekly/Monthly/Year round. - Call 757/460-5187. SECLUDED 4/BR, 4.5/Bath home close to Lake MI. This home has all the amenities, include. W/D, D/W, C/A, Jacuzzi tub & F/P with wide open living spaces. It can accommodate up to 14 people. - Free Blood Pressure Screening $2,500/wk. Call EXECUTIVE GROUP SALES & RENTALS at 269/469-9813. On Wed., July 21, at 2 p.m., Premier Hospice will GORGEOUS 3/BR, 2/BA HOME ON LAKE MI. (Stop 9) This home has conduct their monthly free blood pressure screening all amenities, and with its spectacular views it is sure to be a family at the Michigan City Public Library. Bring a list of your favorite for years to come. You can also rent the studio apartment for extra sleeping. Main Hse $2,500 p/wk. Studio $800 p/wk. medications and blood-pressure card. Call EXECUTIVE GROUP SALES & RENTALS at 269/469-9813. DUNELAND BEACH - 3/BR, furnished. Private beach. A/C. Washer/dryer. Available 'til Labor Day. - $800/wk. Call 219/872-5979 - Leave Message. PLEASANT HEIGHTS FARM FOR RENT IN MICHIANA SHORES, IN - 6 Months or yearly lease. A First Quality Equestrian Facility since 1991 3/BR, 2/Bath Home. Walk to beach. References required. No Pets. $950/mo includes utilities. Call Mary at 219/762-8554. Lessons • Boarding • Training • Shows RENTALS MICHIGAN Dressage • C/T • English & Western Balance Seat HOUSE FOR RENT - NEW BUFFALO - Convenient "in town" Children’s Camps Available location. 16 S. Townsend. Take the first right after Jackson's Market Call for Pony Ride Specials on U.S. 12. Available now. Newly renovated. New appliances. New 0707 N. Shebel Rd., Michigan City • Call 219-324-RIDE (7433) window treatments. 2 Bedroom. Full dry basement. Large yard and one garage. VERY CLEAN! $700 per month. Security deposit & references. NO SMOKERS. No pets. Please drive by first. Call Gary at 269/449-2168 to see more. laportewoodworks.com MICHIGAN - GRAND BEACH -- Lake front home, just 42 steps down to a private beach on Lake Michigan. Enjoy magnificent sunsets 39 Parking from this lake-front deck. Golf course and tennis courts are within South THE WOODWORKS access walking distance. This cozy 3/BR is air-conditioned and equipped Left in alley with a washer & dryer. Avail July & August for $1,750/wk, or June & on 35 Outdoor Furniture Liquidation Sale behind Sept. for $975/wk. Call 708/848-1025 for a viewing appointment. 1 Mi. Saturdays only 9 am-5 pm store off on or call for an appointment Wardner MICHIANA SHORES, MICH - 3/BR, 2/bath. Completely furnished. AC. Left Ave. 2 1/2 Blocks to lake. - $750/wk, or $2,800/mo. Avail July thru Aug. 219-324-3152 • 241 PINE LAKE AVE • LAPORTE Call 219/872-7336. ayGIVE USACALL MICHIANA - 3745 LAKE SHORE DRIVE -- 2/BR, 2/Bath. Sleeps 6. Lake across street. Spectacular Lake/Sunset views. $1,000/wk. AVAIL 7/17-7/31; 8/14-8/21; Sept/Oct.- Call 312/527-0414 ext 245 FLORIDA RENTALS • Spring Clean Up NAPLES, FLORIDA - 2/BR, 2/Bath. On the Beach. Caretaker • Lawn Mowing Winter rental -30-Day minimum. -- Call Sean at 312/403-9715 Home & Lawn • Home Maintenance 2BR, 2/BATH CONDO ON - FT MYERS BEACH. - 5th Floor. Newly Maintenance • Residential & Commercial remodeled. Winter rental, 1/month minimum. Call 219/872-2131. • Free Estimates REAL ESTATE FOR SALE • Senior Discounts FOR SALE OR RENT - REHABBED 1890 VICTORIAN. 3 Apts. With Call Chris great rental history. No money down, lease to own. 2-Doors from 874-0142 • 219-898-9295 Lighthouse Mall. Walk to beach. - 219/462-4461. Leave message. FIND YOUR DREAM HOME PERCHED ON THE BLUFF, overlooking Lake Michigan: Enjoy beautiful lake views, beach walks & spectacu- lar sunsets from this historic cottage at 1421 Lake Shore Drive (Stop 15). Private, large dune lot surrounded by dense 13-acre Nature Conservancy forest. Beach access across street. 2-Contiguous lots also available. For details: - Chris Pfauser, Caldwell Banker: SUNSHINE CLEANING SERVICE 269/469-7258, or www.chrispfauser.com WEEKLY • BI-WEEKLY • MONTHLY • ONE TIME FOR SALE OR RENT - IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY: Unique 2 story, 2 BR home, 2 car attached garage, Grand Beach area, If You Don’t Have The Time, Let Us Get The Grime! beach rights, fireplace, kitchen appliances, 3 month summer rental . $1,200/mo. References and security deposit required, no pets. Free Estimates 219-861-7605 Fully Insured Week days 269-469-0300; evenings & weekends 269-469-2943 THE Page 66 July 15, 2004

Off the Book Shelf by Sally Carpenter The Queen of the Big Time by Adriana Trigiani Sorry guys, this week’s book recommendation is prob- ably not for you. This book is chick lit at its finest, and what a breath of fresh air it is! Be not mistaken—this is not a romance novel. This is a disarming tale of the life led by an Italian immigrant family in the early years of the 20th century told by the middle daugh- ter. Her name is Nella Castelluca. The family lives on a farm not for from a tightly knit Italian communi- ty called Roseto, Pennsylvania. A mass exodus from their native Italy has caused the families to regroup their town in America the way it looked in the old coun- try. Even the town’s name is the same. At first, there is no Catholic church in the town, so, in rebellion, all the immigrants go to the Presbyterian church. When the bishop sees the collection plate revenue flying away, he soon grants a new church to be built: Our Lady of Mount Carmel. tries hard to understand her religion and find the mean- Nella loves learning so much that she has completed ing of faith. “I get lost in the repetition of the prayers, the seventh grade twice since that is as far as her rural and when I stop I wonder if the meditative state I’ve school goes. Our story opens in 1924, Nella is now four- lulled myself into has any spiritual consequences. I teen years old, and Nella’s teacher approaches Mr. & wonder, as I always have, Does God hear me?” Mrs. Castelluca about sending their daughter to the Nella has reason for wondering if God hears her high school in Roseta, three miles away by trolley. Nella because of a bizarre turn of events.... She meets longs for the life of the city, and to go to college and Franco Zollerano, a man she turns down seven times become a teacher. “I am the third daughter of five girls, for a date before they finally get together. Realizing and I have never been singled out for anything. he is a good man (perhaps not with quite as much pas- Finally, it feels like it’s my turn.” sion as Renato), Nella accepts Franco’s proposal. As The problem is, her turn doesn’t last too long. the pair approach the altar on their wedding day, Nella Nella’s oldest sister, Assunta, has been promised in discoves that the new priest is none other than marriage to a young man from the old country. He is Renato. How would you handle that scene? now due in American to claim his bride. Although they Faith, family, love and ambition are all here in spades. have been corresponding for years, Assunta fearful- The world keeps on spinning, year passes year, and ly waits to see what her intended is really like. Nella and her family bravely cope with whatever is Alessandro Pagano turns out to be a good man who thrown their way. Nella is an intelligent girl, want- opens a candy and nut import business in Roseto ing to be more modern and American, while still try- and Assunta is soon pregnant. ing to obey the old ways of her Italian ancestry. Nella’s father works sometimes in a nearby quar- The title of the book comes from a festival at Our ry to make extra money and one day there is an acci- Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church where a girl dent that will lay him up for some time. Alessandro who sells the most tickets gets to be queen of the event. takes over the running of the farm, and since money The girls have come to refer to the competition as “the is now really tight, Nella must give up her schooling big time.” and get a job in the blouse factory in town. This is a heartwarming story written with sensi- Setbacks keep piling up as Alessandro is called back tivity and warmth. Another perfect summer read! to Italy because his father is dying, Assunta dies in Author Trigiani got inspiration for this book from childbirth while he is away, and Nella meets Renato her mother and father and their stories of growing up Lanzara, the object of many girls’ affections, only to in Italy and then coming to America. be seemingly dumped by him when he abruptly Till next time, happy reading! leaves town after his father’s death. Can things get any worse? Of course, but typical of immigrant fam- Long Beach Country Club Golf Course ilies of the era, everyone pulls together to somehow make things work out. The Great Depression, World Hole in One War II, all seem to be reasons to tear families apart, On July 3rd, Ryan Archibald made a hole-in-one on but the Castelunnas not only survive, they prosper the 16th hole. He used a pitching wedge for the 122 as well. yard shot. The event was witnessed by Joe Archibald, Through it all, Nella, whose family is Catholic, Dave Wilson and John Wilson. Congratulations! THE July 15, 2004 Page 67

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