Area Artists Merge Livelihoods and Lifestyles by Laurie Wink

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Volume 28, Number 8 Thursday, March 1, 2012 Area Artists Merge Livelihoods and Lifestyles by Laurie Wink

A new art exhibit at the Indiana Wel- come Center in Hammond proves that couples who create together, stay together. “Under One Roof” showcases an eclec- tic mix of art created by 14 couples from across Northwest Indiana. Each member of the pair is an accomplished artist with his or her own vision. By choosing to merge livelihoods and lifestyles, they have created productive partnerships. Several couples were interviewed for The Beacher at a Feb. 11 opening reception. They all agreed that being married to another artist has more pluses than minuses. The show runs Feb. 3-March 22 and is co-hosted by the Lubeznik Center for the

Janet Bloch, “Powerpalooza,” acrylic on panel, 36” x 48” (above) and Bobby Talamine, Neil Peart, archival photographic print 16” x 20” (left)

Arts in Michigan City and the South Shore Convention & Visitors Authority, which provided the 6,000-square-foot venue. CarolAnn Brown, exhibitions curator for the Lubeznik Center, said she had been interested in doing the show for awhile but needed a large enough space to accom- modate up to ﬁ ve pieces of art per artist. Art work by Amanda Freymann and Joel DeGrand, of Beverly Shores, was chosen for the “Under One Roof” promotional poster. Mutual appreciation goes along with mutual attraction in their marriage.

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Carolyn Saxon, director of Lubeznik Center for the Arts, Poster image of Freymann’s “Mommy’s Little Helper” with artist couple Bobby Talamine and Janet Bloch dog trapped in a clothes dryer. “It’s really useful because both of us appreciate DeGrand’s work entitled, “Window Dressing,” is what it takes to be a working artist,” Freymann also being used to promote the exhibit. The photo- says. “Artists are not easy people to live with be- graph is dominated by a circular image with a bright cause of their temperament. We have a lot of fun with each other because we understand where the other person is coming from and understand each other’s work. We can take criticism from each other.” DeGrand says their love of making art is “the tie that binds us.” “I always ask her what she thinks about what I’m up to,” he says. “We respect each other’s opinions.” Freymann’s display is of mixed media collages made with 1950s pictures of “happy fac- es and pretty people” that typify the messages of the era in which she grew up. But she gives each piece a counterpoint by adding what she calls “a perversion.” “I think we were sold a bill of goods in the ‘50s,” she says. “Everything was happy, per- Window Dressing #2 - DeGrand fect and beautiful. I had fun taking away the veneer of the perfect ‘50s.” red wig in the middle and various kinds of women’s Her piece, “Mommy’s Little Helper,” shows a smil- shoes around the edges. It’s a photo of a shoe store ing little girl with a clothesline in the background. window DeGrand took on Madison Avenue in New The girl is holding a baby doll upside down as if York City. A closer look at the photo reveals a sec- she’s going to plunge the doll’s head into a big bowl ond image that captures a slice of life playing out of sudsy wash water. Other Freymann pieces are at the time he made the photograph. DeGrand uses “Polly Wanna Puff?” depicting a cheerful girl hold- layered images to give viewers a way of seeing real- ing a cigar, and “See Spot Spin,” showing the family ity in a different context. THE March 1, 2012 Page 3 “There are surreal things in windows that people walk by and don’t notice,” DeGrand says. “These two lives are happening simultaneously. It’s fasci- nating to look through the glass, back up and see everything in the real world.” Look no further than Dan Coffey

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Area Artists Continued from Page 3 Edwin Shelton met his wife, Laurel Izard, when they were art students at the University of Wiscon- sin at Madison some 30 years ago. She said they are soul mates and their mutual love of art has been part of the attraction. Living with another artist is fi ne, Izard says, “if you don’t mind fi nding art mate- rials in the bathroom.” In fact, their entire house is fi lled with art, she says. Michigan City artist Shelton and Izard use separate parts of the house Katie Wall as studios. As an art teacher at Marquette Catholic High School in Michigan City, Izard is able to use the school’s art facilities. Marriage to another artist is a good thing and encourages individual produc- tivity, according to Izard. “We both understand where the other person’s at,” she says “We encourage each other to get things made.” Shelton is exhibiting a series of “divination drawings” that create a metaphysical portrait of an indi- “I started doing research and was fl oored,” Wall vidual’s past lives, family of origin issues and other said. “There are 20,000 endangered species that we aspects of their inner lives. He incorporates imagery know about. After I started looking, I asked myself from Tarot cards and North American folklore in his how to give this expression.” acrylic paintings and mounts them on plywood covered with his own handmade paper.

Dan Bronny at exhibit created with artist wife, Katie Wall Wall and Bronny are interested in the ways that science and art overlap so they came up with ideas Laurel Izard discusses her art exhibit for a multi-media installation that conveys the concept of declining biological organisms in different Like Shelton, Izard uses Tarot cards for inspira- ways. They also wanted to get across the idea that tion, combining card images with spiritual quotes humans are increasingly separated from the natu- and letters from Greek and other ancient alphabets. ral world. We can sit in an offi ce cubicle and fi nd Her collages convey the power and deep meaning out about animals without interacting with them, of symbols. Some of the exhibited pieces are called, so they created an offi ce cubicle to get their point “The Moon,” “Scarab,” and “We Have Everything across. We Need.” Izard uses vivid colors of acrylic paint on Visitors to the exhibit can use a laptop com- canvas, with handmade paper to add texture. puter to watch a video about humans interacting Katie Wall and Dan Bronny, of Michigan City, with zoo animals. An extinction timeline chart for have a conceptual art piece in the exhibit that has certain species is hung on the cubicle wall. And a to be seen to be fully understood. Wall is a visual four-drawer fi ling cabinet has dioramas viewable artist and musician married to Bronny, a biologist. through peep holes in each drawer. Wall and Bron- Their exhibit, “What’s Left of the Natural World?,” ny created a Visitors Guide brochure as a take-away was inspired by a trip they took to Chicago’s Lincoln item. With the brochure comes a link to a song writ- Park Zoo, where they found out that rhinoceroses ten and performed by Wall for the project. are extinct animals, meaning they are in the pro- cess of no longer existing. Area Artists Continued on Page 6 THE March 1, 2012 Page 5

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Area Artists Continued from Page 4 Artists featured in “Under One Roof” During their courtship, the couple discovered Julie and Bill Tourtillotte that Wall is a scientist trapped in an artist’s body Valerie Taglieri and Ron Wennekes and Bronny is an artist trapped in a scientist’s body. Amanda Freymann and Joel DeGrand This is the couple’s ﬁ rst collaborative piece and they Sandi and Aaron Ginter hope to do more. Jane Cooperman and Tom Mapp Suzanne Cohan-Lange and Richard Lange Krista and Jason Hoeﬂ e Connie and George Kassal Carol Stodder and Tom Brand Janet Bloch and Bobby Talamine Laurel Izard and Edwin Shelton Andrea Peterson and Jon Hook Kate Wall and Danny Bronny

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y 912 Franklin, Michigan City • (219) 879-2115 Design Guild - Think Spring Fundraiser r Open Tuesday - Friday 9 to 5, Saturday 10 to 4 [email protected] Saturday, March 10 Join the Design Guild for a night of cocktails, entertainment and merriment. Experience the thrill of the race as you challenge Bobby Rahal, Indy 500 Alternative, winner, in a full size 911 PorscheTM simulator. Holistic ǫ Tickets are $100. Reserve your tickets at www. design-guild.org or phone 773-271-8400 ext 4308. ͼChiropracticAdjustmentsͼSpinalDecompressionͼCold Event takes place in Three Oaks, Michigan, 5-8 LaserTherapyͼMassageͼNutrition p.m. Central time (6-9 p.m. Eastern time). ͼOneMadisonAveͼNewBuffalo,MI All proceeds benefi t the Robert R. McCormick www.newbuffalowellness.com Boys & Girls Club of Chicago and the Boys & Girls 269Ͳ469Ͳ1310C.BryanStrother,DC,FICPA Club of Benton Harbor. THE March 1, 2012 Page 17 VU Receives Gift for Welcome Center Mark Your Calendar Valparaiso University has announced the The Michigan City Chamber Music Festival in- planned construction of a new 15,000-square-foot vites you to enjoy the gala 11th Anniversary Cel- Welcome Center at the U.S. 30 entrance to campus. ebration of fi ve free concerts of glorious chamber The Welcome Center will create a front door for the music in the climate-controlled confi nes of 1st Pres- University and will support the needs of prospective byterian Church in Michigan City, Indiana on: Aug. students, alumni and all guests visiting campus. It 11, 13, 15, 17 at 7:30 p.m. (CDT) and Sun., Aug. 19 will also house some key historical and modern ex- at 3 p.m. hibits as a continuation of University’s story told in Please reserve those dates for some really great Heritage Hall, which was dedicated in April 2010. chamber music by the best musicians anywhere. The funding to build the new center came in part Committed equally to quality and education, our because of a $5 million anonymous gift to the Uni- Festival also provides classes for students and infor- versity. mal demonstrations for parents and their children. “The Welcome Center will be an important gate- Stay tuned for forthcoming youth competitions and way into our University community,” said Mark A. concerts. Heckler, president of Valparaiso University. “People And, for more information, you can write: MC- visiting our community for the fi rst time will have CMF, P.O. Box 894, Michigan City, IN 46361-0897. a chance to get to know us better, and those who al- And, so you know, Michigan City is less than an ready know us can reconnect in new ways. Thanks hour drive from Chicago and is easily accessible to the generosity of our donors, our vision for this by public transportation, particularly on the zippy Welcome Center will soon become a reality.” electric trains of the storied South Shore Line. The Welcome Center is being built in anticipation of a growing University enrollment and to help to foster a greater sense of community for visitors on campus. A groundbreaking ceremony is currently being planned for April 28, with details to follow at a later date.

Artistic Director Nic Orbovich (left) applauds pianist Artist’s rendering of the new Welcome Center Robert Auler at the 2011 Festival.

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And gladly would they play and gladly would they teach. Vivaldi with verve at Springfi eld Elementary School by (left to right) (left to right) David Peshlakai, Rudolf Haken, Nic Orbovich, Rudolf Haken, and David Peshlakai. Robert Auler, Kimberly E. Jones, and Nic Orbovich. And when Sunny Gardner-Orbovich gave them Mind you, I was only able to catch up with the permission to applaud and hoot and holler their ap- Michigan City Chamber Music Festival ensemble proval after each performance, the students came at Springfi eld Elementary School in Michigan City, alive. but I saw and heard nothing but magic that morning as they shared their love of music with students. Artistic Director Nic Orbovich and Education Program Director Sunny Gardner-Orbovich were in mid-tour with soprano Kimberly E. Jones, cellist David Peshlakai, pianist (and proud new poppa) Robert Auler, and violist (and ace unicyclist) Rudolf Haken when I tuned in for their morning session on February 16 at Springfi eld Elementary. They had played the day before to delighted students at Joy Elementary in Michigan City and Saint Joseph Elementary in La Porte, and they still had Saint Paul’s Lutheran School, and Marsh Elementary and Knapp Elementary before them before they fi nished their six-schools-in-three-days “Music in Schools” tour that was funded in part by a grant from the Unity Foundation of La Porte County. But the quintet and Madam Sunny were in sun- Education Program Director Sunny Gardner-Orbovich introduces the ny spirits that morning at Springfi eld Elementary “Music in Schools” program to students at Springfi eld Elementary School. School as teachers began shepherding their students into a gymnasium that would soon serve as After each explained and demonstrated his in- the “chamber” for a demonstration of the glorious strument, Nic Orbovich, Rudolf Haken, and David chamber music we have all come to love and expect Peshlakai formed a trio and played a rousing gypsy every August at the Michigan City Chamber Music dance by Bartok and then they turned Springfi eld’s Festival. gym into a chamber at a royal palace as they played The young students looked at the three guys with a lovely piece by Vivaldi to perfection. the stringed instruments and they looked at the por- Robert Auler, who was happy to show pictures of table keyboard that Robert Auler would soon turn his new baby daughter Kate to yours truly before into a world-class concert piano, and they heard the concert, showed why he is such a great father Kimberly Jones warming up her pipes, and then by sharing his love of music, particularly jazz, with they all whispered excitedly amongst themselves. the students. This, they realized, was to be a truly special day As Nic Orbovich explained: “Music is magic, and at school! it has the opportunity to change your lives.” THE March 1, 2012 Page 19

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the Beacher Business Printers 911 Franklin Street • Michigan City, IN 46360 219-879-0088 •Fax 219-879-8070 thebeacher.com THE March 1, 2012 Page 21 “Ignite Hope & Spread Healing” “Ignite Hope & Spread Healing” is the mantra of Nikia Hammonds-Blakely. Meet Nikia as she tells her story and sings to warm your heart. As national spokesperson for cancer research, she works to inspire a wide range of people. Her message is for everyone; however, it will be even more heartfelt by individuals who have dealt with a diagnosis of cancer. OPENING MARCH 2, 2012 The public is invited to attend this very special EARLY SPRING HOURS: program on Wed., Feb. 29 – noon, in the IU Health Friday 5-10 p.m. • Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m. La Porte Hospital Chapel First Floor, 1007 Lincoln- way, La Porte. Sunday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. This free event is sponsored by La Porte County Symphony Orchestra, IU Health La Porte Hospital, Our specialty is the authentic Naples Style Pizza prepared and Susan G. Komen for the Cure Northern Indi- and cooked just as it was 170 years ago in a wood fi red ana. hearth oven. This style pizza is as much a method of rich The La Porte County Symphony Orchestra will tradition as it is a food. have Nikia sing a special song at their upcoming concert on Sun., March 4, 3:00 p.m. at Elston Per- Our passion is to provide our guests this authentic forming Arts Center. This is a tradition at the clas- Napoletana pie along with fresh salads and refreshing house sic concert to honor four musicians who are breast made Gelato using only the fi nest fresh ingredients, cooked cancer survivors. using time honored traditions and served in a warm inviting New Buffalo Mother/Son Duo Wins atmosphere. We also offer the fi nest micro-crafted beer and wine. During the February 14, 2012 Twin City Toast- masters meeting/contest in Stevensville, New Buf- Come and relax, enjoy the tradition of this fi ne food falo was well represented. Long time New Buffalo with a story to tell, Authentic Wood Fired Pizza. residents Julie Maddux and her son, Michael Good- win, captured two out of three contest awards. The 219-879-8777 EARLY SPRING HOURS: votes were tallied and the winners announced: Friday 5-10 p.m. • Saturday 11 a.m. -10 p.m. • Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Julie Maddux -- Best Evaluator; Michael Good- win -- Best Table Topics Speech. The third award, 500 S. EL PORTAL MICHIANA SHORES, IN Best Prepared Speech, went to Karen Coffey. Karen INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SEATING grew up in the New Buffalo area, lived in Chicago CARRYOUT for 20 years, and then returned to her roots about a year ago and currently resides in Bridgman, MI. www.stop50woodfi redpizzeria.com Toastmasters’ meetings/contests are held the second and fourth Tuesday each month at the Stevens- ville Library, from 7–8:30 p.m. MI time. Interested in improving your public speaking skills? Enjoy the challenge of coming up with a two-minute speech “off the cuff”? If so, please consider attending as a guest. Don’t want to wait to learn more? Please visit http://twincity.toastmastersclubs.org or phone Jose- phine Dewey, VP of Publicity, at 269.422.1072. Disaster Volunteers Meeting Interested in get involved in disaster relief opera- tion? Attend the monthly Disaster Volunteer meeting at the American Red Cross LaPorte County Chapter located at 113 Warren Road in Michigan City. (On bus route 1) The meeting starts at 4:00 p.m. on Wed., Feb. 29th. Deputy Coroner, Dennis Durnell will be talking about a fatal fi re. For additional information on volunteering or on the meeting, phone 219/874-4247 or e-mail arclapo- [email protected] THE Page 22 March 1, 2012 Spring Garden Symposium at Fernwood Public Stargazing Outing at Conway “Designs with Purpose: The People and 2012 Calumet Astronomy Society Public Observ- Plants Behind Them” ing at Conway Observatory-March 3, 6:30-9 p.m. Sat., March 24, 8:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. MI time The volunteers of the Calumet Astronomical So- Plan now to join Fernwood’s annual Spring Gar- ciety invite the public to explore the wonders of the den Symposium as three award-winning speakers universe when they present their popular free pub- show us how they use their artistic instincts, en- lic programs. Volunteers guide visitors in the use vironmental consciousness, and knowledge of great of telescopes and astronomical binoculars as they plants to create garden designs with social signifi - observe the majesty of the skies. Star charts, club cance. information, and astronomy-related activities are Janet Marinelli will take you on a whirlwind presented. tour of the history of landscape design, explore dis- The events are open to everyone. Families and coveries on the frontiers of science, and show how school groups are especially welcome. Please do every gardener can harness nature’s power to cre- not use standard fl ashlights in the observing area. ate a sustainable landscape that helps repair the Exposure to white light, even briefl y, will seriously tattered web of life. Janet has written three books impair night vision making observing diffi cult. Red and she is a columnist for Public Garden, the publi- fi ltered fl ashlights can provide illumination with- cation of the American Public Gardens Association. out affecting night vision. You can easily make a red Bob Hyland will speak about how well-chosen light by cutting the end off of a red balloon and put- plants are the heart and soul of “good” garden de- ting it over a standard fl ashlight. sign. With new plants hitting the market at record Remember, after sunset temperatures may speed, how do gardeners choose wisely and develop drop rapidly so dress appropriately for changeable an adventurous, sustainable personal style? Re- weather. Programs are naturally dependent on nown plantsman and garden designer Bob Hyland cloud cover and weather conditions. Phone the CAS shares his own philosophy shaped by a long career “hotline” at 773-639-5491 for updated weather can- in public gardens, private gardens, including Mar- cellations on short notice. More information about tha Stewart’s, and his own unique Loomis Creek CAS may be obtained online at www.casonline.org Nursery and Gardens. With his award-winning work in botanic gardens and arboreta, landscape architect Gary Smith Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop masterly blends artistry with sustainability. Learn some simple graphic techniques that unleash the Deep River County Park artist within yourself, and make meaningful gar- Monday, March 5, 10 a.m. dens that express the relationship between the Meet park horticulturist Bryan McKay in front site and your own creative spirit. Gary is an artist, of Wood’s grist mill. The group will walk to the or- landscape architect, and author, who received both chard for a demonstration on the proper pruning a Gold Medal and Award of Distinction from the As- techniques for fruit trees. Learn about insect con- sociation of Professional Landscape Designers. He trol, sprays and year-round-care for your trees. released From Art to Landscape: Unleashing Cre- Remember, the weather can be severe in March, ativity in Garden Design in 2010. so dress accordingly. For more information, phone The symposium will conclude with a round table 219-947-7275. discussion with the speakers and Fernwood’s Man- Deep River County Park is located at 9410 Old ager of Plant Collections, Steve Bornell, and quali- Lincoln Highway, Hobart, IN at the intersection of fi es for three Michigan Master Gardener continu- County Line Road and 73rd Avenue. From I-65 and ing education credits. Lunch is included. Fee $120 Route 30 go east 4 miles on Route 30 to Randolph (Members $100). Register by March 22. Street, then north to the fi rst stop sign and east to the park. GPS coordinates: Deep River Grist Mill: 41.475944,-87.222285 Polish-American Cultural Society The Polish-American Cultural Society of North- Homework Helper west Indiana will meet at 5 p.m., March 7th, at the Portage Public Library, 2665 Irving St., in Portage, Looking for ebooks, articles, and encyclopedias? Indiana. Check out the Michigan City Public Library’s re- Following the Polish language session, there will search databases, including the new Gale Virtual be informal discussion of Polish-related topics. The Reference Library. Have your library card handy, public is invited; for more information, phone The- then click on the link on the library’s home page resa Child at 219-464-1369 or e-mail polamnwi@ya- to access thousands of fully illustrated articles and hoo.com to receive the Society’s newsletter. books. THE March 1, 2012 Page 23 LaPorte County Parks Present Awards The LaPorte County Parks staff, Park Board and Celestial Splendor Foundation has selected the Outstanding Park Ser- vice Award and Volunteer of the Year. These awards were presented at the February 14th Park Board Beethoven Piano Concert No. 4 meeting at Red Mill County Park. featuring world-renowned pianist The Outstanding Park Ser- Andrius Zlabys vice Award was given to Tim Sibelius Morgan, Park Superintendent. The Department said Tim is Symphony No. 2 clearly deserving of this award. He has worked very hard to get March 4, 2012 the GLEFER grant and bring 3:00 pm it to a successful conclusion, fi - Elston Performing Arts Center nally repairing the dam. He also Michigan City Tim Morgan was successful in getting the Al- coa grant for funding the play trail at Luhr County Sponsored by Park which will be a great place for people of all ages. Tim has many talents in the fi eld of parks and recreation and is a asset to the community. The recipient of the Volun- teer of the Year was given to Jeff Tickets: Moyer. Jeff began volunteering $18 Adult • $15 Senior for the Park in 2008. You might Children/Students - FREE have been greeted by Jeff at the gate of Pioneer Days or saw him Purchase Tickets at LCSO.net - 219 362-9020 on the tractor during the “Camp Angelo Bernacchi Greenhouses, La Porte Fire and Wagon Ride Program”. La Porte County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Michigan City In addition, he has worked tire- Arturo’s Baked Goods and More, Michigan City lessly in setting up the PKD Jeff Moyer Rohe Therapy, Portage Walk at Creek Ridge each year. Wear PINK to this concert and receive a gift from IU Health La Porte Hospital. American Red Cross Blood Drives Nikia Hammonds-Blakely will return to the • Tuesday, March 6, noon-6 p.m. orchestra stage to honor four musicians St. John’s United Church of Christ in the Fellow- who are breast cancer survivors. ship Hall, 101 St. John Road in Michigan City. • Wed., March 7, 1:30-6:30 p.m. Lincoln Township Community Building, 3098 South 800 East (Fish Lake) in Walkerton. This blood drive is sponsored by the Mill Creek Commu- nity Lions. The fine art of furniture • Thurs., March 8, 12:30-6:30 p.m. Center of LaCrosse in the Hall, 100 S. Washing- ton in LaCrosse. Come to donate and receive a t- shirt. This is a Pint Size Heroes blood drive. • Wed., March 14, 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. First Church of God in the gymnasium, 2020 E. Lincolnway in LaPorte. To schedule an appointment to donate, phone 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or visit red- original designs by crossblood.org for more information. Individuals Terry Hanover who are 17 years of age, meet weight and height requirements (110 pounds or more, depending on their height) and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. Please bring your Red Cross blood donor card or other form of positive ID 13400 Red Arrow Hwy, Harbert, MI•269-469-5687• www.centeroftheworld.net when you come to donate. THE Page 24 March 1, 2012

Vegas-Themed Fundraiser Kitchens & Baths “Vegas, Baby!” is the theme for Chicago Street Remodeling & Room Additions Theatre’s 15th Annual Encores fundraiser, to be held March 9-10. Wet Bars & Home Offices The theatre, a nonproﬁ t organization at 154 W. Insurance Claims & More! Chicag St. in downtown Valparaiso, is planning a two-night event. You’ll wonder why you waited so long... “This year, we decided to mix things up a bit and have two nights of fun instead of just one,” ex- “New Showroom” plained Kelly Hite, CST’s director of development and organizer for the event. 4983 W US Hwy 20, Michigan City, IN 46360 On Fri., March 9, there will be a party-like atmo-

sphere with food, music, casino games like black- Monday - Friday 10AM - 4PM jack, roulette, poker, and craps, and a live auction. And by Appointment, for your Convenience Admission is $25 with an optional $20 buy-in for chips.

219-221-6500 www.vpcabinets.com On Sat., March 10, guests will be pampered with a seated meal, a live musical revue featuring Vegas songs from the Rat Pack era, and dancing. A silent auction is planned. Cost is $100 per person. Martin Binder Fine Jeweler in Valparaiso is providing custom jewelry for Friday’s drawing for a necklace and earring set and Saturday’s drawing for a Judith Ripka designer gemstone enhancer with neck cord. Attendees may purchase a martini (Fri- day) or glass of champagne (Saturday) for a chance to win the jewelry. Both events will be held at Strongbow in Val- paraiso. Proceeds from the fundraiser enable Chi- cago Street Theatre to continue to provide quality theatre experiences for adults and children in the Northwest Indiana community and to make ongo- ing building improvements. To purchase tickets, phone (219) 464-1636, Ext. 1. For more information about the events, please contact Hite at (219) 464-1636, Ext. 2. David Aaker Mark Kroll New Buffalo | Michigan 269.612.0290 269.612.0888 A Little Farther Aﬁ eld… The Hobart Arts League, a not-for-proﬁ t organization, is proud to announce it is hosting an exhi- 7 >Ì½ÃÊ"Ê i#VZB)PNFw bition of artwork by the members of the ILLIANA 9ÕÀÊÀâ¶ i3FNPEFMw Artists organization during the month of March. ILLIANA Artists is a long-standing arts organi- ÀÊÃiÃLiÊÀÌ}>}iÊ i3FmOBODFw >`ÛVi]ÊÃÌ>ÀÌÊLÞÊV>} zation comprised of artists from both Indiana and 9>`>Ê >ÛÃÊ>ÌÊnÇÎÓÈÎ° Illinois, who work in a variety of art mediums. The ILLIANA Artists Exhibition will run from

8 */" Ê- ,6 ÊUÊ- - Ê 6 Á March 3, through March 24, at the Hobart Arts League Facility, 3850 Howard St., Hobart, IN. A reception will be held on Sat., March 10, from 5 - 8 p.m. The public is invited and admission is New Al-Anon Meeting Location free. Gallery viewing hours are: Mondays, 12:30- Al-Anon will meet Sundays from 3:30-4:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m.; Wednesdays, 1-4 p.m.; Thursdays, 9 a.m. at St. Anthony Memorial Hospital, 301 W. Homer -noon, and 6:30-9:30 p.m.; Fridays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; St., Michigan City, in the Executive Conference and Saturdays, 9:30-11:30 a.m. For directions or Room. The next meeting is March 4. For questions, more information, interested parties may phone the phone Jennifer at 874-7234. league at: 219-942-3834. THE March 1, 2012 Page 25 Coming to The Acorn Theater Saturday, March 3: 8 p.m. MI time MORE The Guitars of Spain with Anne Harris (world music) style Tickets $25; reserve at 269/756-3879 or www. acorntheater.com Design your own Anne Harris and Las Guitarras de España col- furniture laborate in an Acorn Theater exclusive concert on Saturday March 3rd. This is your chance to see two for popular Acorn Theater artists performing new and old material together for the fi rst time. Anne Harris LESS and band members will join Flamenco dancer Wen- Sofas, chairs, dy Clinard and the entire Las Guitarras ensemble sectionals and to create some new fun and excitement in Three more available Oaks. in over two thousand Las Guitarras de España (The Guitars of Spain) designer is a “world music” ensemble, with a “Spanish guitar fabrics plus twist,” that performs a fusion of Cuban son, rumba, leather! R&B, Latin-jazz, blues, and African percussion with an underlying fl amenco music and dance focus. Thursday, March 8: 8 p.m. MI time Snarky Puppy (CD release concert), with the Andreas Kapsalis and Goran Ivanovic guitar duo opening MORE THAN JUST A FURNITURE STORE! Tickets $12 in advance, $15 day of show. Reserve 1106 E US Hwy 20, Michigan City at 269/756-3879 or www.acorntheater.com We Make Th e World’s Best Mattress™ www.naturallywoodfurniturecenter.com Snarky Puppy (“music for your brain and booty”) LOWEST PRICE (219) 872-6501 or 1-800-606-8035 GUARANTEED is a Brooklyn-based instrumental fusion band led Monday-FridayMon.-Thur. 9:30-6, 9:30-6, Fri. Saturday9:30-8, Sat. 9-6, 9-6 Sunday12-4 Sunday 12- 4 by bassist, composer and producer Michael League. Formed in Denton, Texas in 2004, the band features a collective of nearly 30 musicians, referred to as “The Fam” on their recordings and tours. The musicians perform on a variety of instruments including & guitars, keyboards, saxophones, and more. They will be joined by The Andreas Kapsalis & Goran Ivanovic Guitar Duo, favorites of the Acorn Sandcastle Landscaping Theater audiences, for the Midwest shows. Com- prised of steel string ten fi nger tapping guitar prod- SNOW PLOWING PLAN NOW FOR igy Andreas Kapsalis and masterful nylon string Residential & guitarist Goran Ivanovic, they fuse their musical Commercial SPRING PROJECTS roots with modern, classical, world, jazz and other genres to create a sound that’s entirely their own. Mick Wulff (877) 373-5296 The Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Drive, [email protected] (219) 878-3032 Three Oaks, MI.

One-Day Writing Retreat Since 1950 Sunset Coast Writers is offering a one-day writing retreat in Michigan City on Sat., March 17, 8:30 Carpet • Upholstery • Drapery • Blinds a.m.–5:30 p.m. (central time). The cost is $75 (lunch Laminate Flooring Sale included). For more information, visit www.sunsetcoast- Alloc • Inhaus • Vitality writers.com or contact Barbara Simpson at sunset- [email protected] or 269-519-2484. 20% off Barbara Simpson is an AWA Affi liate, certifi ed to Consultation Available • Blind & Shade Repair lead workshops in the AWA method as described in Writing Alone & With Others by Pat Schneider (Ox- Don & Cheryl Young 1102 Franklin Street Proprietors Michigan City,IN 46360 ford University Press). She holds an MFA in Cre- ative Writing from Antioch University Los Angeles. (219) 872-7236 www.mcinteriorsin.com THE Page 26 March 1, 2012 Artisan Edibles at Lubeznik Center Volunteers, Donations Needed for A celebration of food will complement current ex- American Veterans Traveling Tribute hibitions at Lubeznik Center for the Arts’ First Fri- A number of items and volunteers are needed day @ 5 after-hours open house on March 2nd from in order to make the American Veterans Traveling 5-8 p.m. Tribute (AVTT) and Traveling Vietnam Wall visit Visitors to the Center will have an opportunity to the Purdue University North Central campus a to taste a variety of local and organic items rang- memorable experience. ing from pasture raised meats to pastries and learn The AVTT and Traveling Vietnam Wall exhibit more about food and food production. is made possible through the work of a committee “I believe that letting farm animals live and be- comprised of a number of community volunteers have as naturally as possible produces the healthi- and PNC employees who have been busy since fall est most fl avorful meat and eggs,” says Leonard organizing and coordinating this event. Pressel of Grandpa’s Farm. “We chose the name The items and tasks needed include: Grandpa’s Farm to help explain how we raise our •Two computer-literate people to assist visitors animals. We tell everyone we do it the same way with locating fallen soldiers on the Wall on July 4, our Grandpa did.” Pressel sells eggs and meats at 5, 6 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Farmer’s Markets in season, and will be sampling •Escorts for July 3 his hickory smoked ham at Lubeznik Center’s First •On-site chaplains Friday event. •Electricians to install lighting Complementing Pressel’s offerings, Green Farms •Morning Reveille and evening Taps musician(s) Agronomics and Mycology will bring samples of •EMS and ambulances their all natural, locally grown microgreens and •Security/law enforcement grasses as well as scaled versions of their novel “ver- •Emergency personnel to lead the escort: fi re, po- tical gardens.” With a focus on providing healthy lice, rescue, EMT, etc. and affordable produce grown in a vertically-ori- •Concession workers ented, sustainable manner, they’ll be discussing eco •Traffi c control friendly and effi cient growing methods as well as •Crowd control future crop availability. •Flyer/poster distribution within communities Chef and food blogger Toni Snearly of foodjust- •Musicians sayin.com, LOVES talking food. “Recipes, chefs, or- •Choirs ganic living, the food system get me going and you’ll •Bag piper start to wonder who pulled my string and how it •Radio and TV promotions can get cut short,” says Snearly. From recipes to •Printing of fl yers, programs and signs cookbooks to famous chefs, Food (Just Sayin’) cov- •Golf carts ers a wide variety of topics, all revolving around •Electrical equipment for power, such as cables, food. Snearly’s belief system for both her blog and connections and the like a home-based organic bakery go hand in hand em- •Lighting for site and tents phasizing whole, natural and organic foods and life- •Buses and drivers styles. •Refreshments such as bottled water, coolers and In addition, Shoreline Brewery will provide lo- cups cally brewed beverages, musician Joshua McClain •Ice will perform throughout the evening, and a trunk •Concessions with food, coffee and beverages for show of one-of-a-kind pieces combining sterling sil- volunteers and visitors ver, glass and enameled copper will be featured in •DJ with patriotic music only the Center’s popular Gallery Shop. •Sand bags First Fridays @ 5 offer a great way to view art, •Tents including the Smithsonian Institution’s “Earth •Wreaths from Space,” in a casual, social setting. Doors open •School bands, church and school choirs at 5:00 p.m. (CT). Admission is free. Visit www.lu- Anyone interested in making a gift or an in kind beznikcenter.org or phone 219.874.4900. contribution from this list may contact Melissa Lubeznik Center for the Arts is located at 101 W. Westphal Benefi el at 219-785-5274 or mwesttpha@ 2nd St., at the lakefront in Michigan City, IN. Gal- pnc.edu lery Hours are Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat. and Anyone interested in volunteering or performing, Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Galleries closed on Mondays. contact Liz Bernel, at 219-785-5719 or ebernel@pnc. edu Further information about the AVTT events at Purdue North Central may be found at www.pnc. edu THE March 1, 2012 Page 27 SMSO’s Around Town Series -- March 9 The Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra’s Around Town Series presents Ann Arbor-based trio Cairn to Cairn in Celtic Flavor on March 9, 7:30 p.m. MI time, at The Livery, 190 Fifth St., Benton HM\SSZLY]PJLLJVJVUZJPV\ZKLZPNUÄYT Harbor. The trio, which features vocalist-guitarist 3(>9,5*,A044,9 Terry Farmer, vocalist-fl utist Kelly McDermott, and UWSOPUJJVT bassist Rob Crozier performs Celtic, folk-style music blended with rock and roll and improvisation. More relaxed in atmosphere, the Around Town concerts offer a myriad of musical styles and allow WARREN J. ATTAR Agent for more audience and musician interaction. The Representing State Farm Since 1971 Livery, a local brew pub located inside a converted My 24 Hour Good Neighbor Service Number is livery stable, is a great musical venue, offering a (219) 874-4256 large array of hand-brewed beers, homemade soups, STATE FARM %53s%VERGREEN0LAZA Auto and snacks in a warm and friendly environment. Life Fire -ICHIGAN#ITY ). INSURANCE &AX Tickets are $20 for adults and $5 for students. ® WWWWARRENATTARCOM For more information, phone the Symphony offi ce at 269.982.4030 or go to www.smso.org

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Hat hat, listen to a story, and enter a book drawing • What are the basic estate documents and (must be present to win). Free program. 873-3045. how do they work? March 1 -- PNC Odyssey Event: World-class pianist Andrius Zlabys in a solo piano recital. Noon in • What are some important considerations the Library-Student-Faculty Bldg., Room 144. Adm. to address when creating a plan to preserve is free, seating limited. Doors open 11:30 am. Info: and transition wealth? 219/872-0527, ext. 5719. March 1-3 -- “Red Licorice.” Thurs/Fri/Sat 7 pm; • How can you incorporate your personal Sun/2:30 pm; also March 3 at 2:30 pm. Tix $12/ values and wisdom into your legacy? adults, $10/seniors; free child tix with each paid adult tix. Reserve at 219-464-1636, ext. 1 or www. Join Jeff Thorne, an estate planning attorney with Sweeney Dabagia Thorne Pagos, chicagostreet.org. Chicago Street Theatre, 154 W. Karen Vogelsang, Senior Financial Advisor with Vogelsang Asset Management, LLC Chicago St., Valparaiso. and Mark Williams, Regional Vice President Allianz Life Insurance Co. for an March 1-5 -- Vickers Theatre Season Opening informative discussion that could help you plan effectively for the future. Weekend. “My Week With Marilyn.” Marilyn Monroe meets Sir Laurence Olivier in 1956. Fri thru Mon/ Tuesday, March 6, 2012 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm 6:30 pm MI time. “Oscar Nominated Short Films: Animated.” Thurs/6 pm; Fri/9 pm; Sat/4:15 pm; Pottawattomie Country Club Sun/1:30 & 9 pm. “Oscar Nominated Short Films:

1900 Springland Ave Live Action”. Thurs/8:30 pm; Sat/1:15 & 9 pm; Sun/3:45 pm. Vickers Theatre, 6 N. Elm St., Three Michigan City, IN 46360 Oaks, MI. www.vickerstheatre.com Complimentary coffee and dessert will be served. March 2 -- Uptown Arts District First Friday Space is limited. Call by March 1, 2012 to reserve a seat. Call ( 219) 462-0110 or event. 5-8 pm. Wander the shops, restaurants and email [email protected]. art galleries of north Franklin St. in Michigan City. Free refreshments, meet the artists and more. Hosted by Vogelsang Asset Management , LLC. March 2-4, 9-11 -- “Down the Road.” (Adult dra- The seminar is sponsored and financially supported by Allianz Life Insurance Co. This seminar is educational in nature ma) LaPorte Little Theatre, 218 “A” St., LaPorte. and no company specific products will be discussed. The views expressed by Jeff Thorne and Mark Williams are their own and do not necessarily reflect the opinion of Wells Fri/Sat 7:30 pm; Sun/2 pm. Tix $12; reserve at Fargo Advisors or its affiliates. 219/362-5113 or e-mail [email protected] Vogelsang Asset Management, LLC and Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network do not render legal or tax advice. Investment products and services are offered through Wells Fargo Advisors Financial Network, LLC (WFAFN). Member March 3 -- The Guitars of Spain with Anne Har- SIPC. Vogelsang Asset Management, LLC is a separate entity from WFAFN. ris Band (world music) at The Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks. 8 pm MI time. Tix $25; reserve at 269-756-3879 or www.acorntheater. com THE March 3-4, 10-11 -- Maple Sugar Time at Indi- BOND ana Dunes National Lakeshore, Chellberg Farm, BOOKSTORE girl Porter, IN. 10 am-4 pm. See how the pioneers and by Erin Duffy Indians made their syrup. Purchase some syrup hardcover $24.99 to take home. See what’s cooking in the Chellberg 1203 LIGHTHOUSE PLACE MICHIGAN CITY farmhouse kitchen. All activities free. 219-395- 219/879-3993 1882. Story elsewhere this issue. March 4 -- March Forth-Do Something Day March 4 -- Author and Professor Jean Poulard will discuss his book The Champagne Cellars of Ma- reuil at the MC Public Library. 2 pm. Books will be Ted Perzanowski, M.Div., B.A. avail. for purchase and signing. Free program.

219.879.9155 Michigan City March 4 -- LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra inc 312.938.9155 Chicago Classic Concert with pianist Andrius Zlabys. 3 pm www.talktotedinc.com at Elston Performing Arts Center, 317 Detroit St., An effective alternative to [email protected] MC. Tix $18/adults, $15/seniors, free/students; re- counseling and psychotherapy for serve at 219-362-9020 or www.LCSO.net individuals, couples, and families March 7 -- Polish-American Cultural Society THE March 1, 2012 Page 29 meeting. 5 pm at Portage Public Library, 2665 Ir- ving St., Portage, Indiana. Info: 219-464-1369. March 8 -- Clubs at the MC Public Library, free Colorectal cancer and open to new members: 6 pm--Duneland Stamp Club; screenings, for you and 6:30 pm--Fantasy & Folklore Reading Group. March 8 -- Snarky Puppy (CD release concert) with the Andreas Kapsalis and Goran Ivanovic (gui- those who love you. tar duo) as opening act. 8 pm MI time at The Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks. Tix $12 Free Colorectal Cancer Screening Kits in adv., $15 day of the show. Reserve at 269/756- March 1 - 31 3879 or www.acorntheater.com March 9 -- U.S. Navy Band Sea Chanters in con- Screening locations: cert. 7 pm in the Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge St., Wellness & Rehabilitation, LaPorte. Free, but you must get a ticket: 219-362- 3777 N. Frontage Rd., Michigan City

8262. Story elsewhere this issue. Michiana Hematology Oncology 1668 South US 421, Westville March 10 -- St. Patrick’s Day Parade down Franklin St., Michigan City. Steps off at 1 pm. IU Health La Porte Physician Primary Care offices: March 10 -- Beef & Turkey Dinner at St. John Internal Medicine—Drs. Arulandu, Hough, Tumuluri 7002 W. Johnson Rd., La Porte United Church of Christ, corner Buffalo St. and Primary Care— Dr. Hunt, 156 Flynn Rd., Westville Barker St., next to City Hall, New Buffalo. 5-7 pm Primary Care—Dr. Firestone, 30 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo MI time. Tix at the door: $7/adults, $3/children, free/ children under 5 yrs. Takeout dinners available. For more participating locations call 219.326.2480 or 800.235.6204, ext. 2480 or visit iuhealth.org/laporte March 10 -- Singer/storyteller Lee Murdock in concert at Mainstreet Theatre, 807 Franklin St., MC. 8 pm. Tix $14/adults, $13/seniors, $7/students high school age and below; reserve at 219-874-4269. Story elsewhere this issue. Funded by: La Porte Hospital Foundation and the Starke Health Fund March 12 -- American Association of University Women meeting. 7 pm at the Barker Mansion, 631 Washington St., MC. Guest speaker Phyllis Baker-- “Dealing With Stress.” Info about the AAUW from Joan Robinson, 872-1217. When “That Farther Afi eld: will never March 2 -- All-You-Can-Eat Fish Fry. 4-7 pm at St. Patrick Church, 811 Tyler St., Walkerton, IN. happen $8/adults, $4/6-10 yrs. old, free/under 6 yrs. In- to me” cludes fi sh, 2 sides, drink and dessert. Drive-thru carry outs avail. for $8 (no all fi sh carry outs). happens. March 9 -- Northwest Indiana Symphony Or- chestra: “Beethoven 6” featuring Josefi en Stop- pelenburg, soprano; Corey Crider, baritone; and the Symphony Chorus. 6:30 pm pre-concert lecture; Jim Eriksson, Agent I’m ready to help. 7:30 pm concert. Held at The Auditorium at Beth- 405 Johnson Road There’s never a good time Michigan City, IN 46360 for an accident to happen. But el Church (on Broadway, south of US 30 in Crown Bus: 219-874-6360 Point, IN). Tix $25-$65; students $10. Box offi ce: [email protected] when it does, you can count on 1-219-836-0525. Mon-Fri 9:00am to 5:00pm me to be there quickly so you Saturday & After Hrs by Appt can get your life back to normal. March 10 -- Opening reception for the ILLIANA GET TO A BETTER STATE™. Artists group exhibit presented by the Hobart Arts CALL ME TODAY. League, 3850 Howard St., Hobart, IN. 5-8 pm. Pub- lic invited to attend. Exhibit up thru March 24. Di- rections and other info at 219-942-3834. March 13 -- Ga’aton Dance Group from the Gal- ilee in Israel in a dance concert presented by the Jewish Federation of NW Indiana. 7 pm at Wirt- Emerson Visual and Performing Arts Academy The- atre, 210 N. Grand Blvd., Gary, IN. 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H & S Services, Inc. HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH Landscape & Garden Center 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. 2621 E US Hwy 12 LONG BEACH COZY 3/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) 219-872-8946 Summer Rental. Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/370-1745. (Located by Karwick)               hsservicesinc.com DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB Store Hours Mon 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., Sat 8 a.m. until 2 p.m. LAKEFRONT CONDOS -- 2 and 3 bedrooms. Now Offering Hardscape services May–October -- $1,100 to $2,000 per wk. (Block walls, Fireplaces, Patios) DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. Landscape Design, Sprinkler Systems SHERIDAN BEACH WINTER RENTAL. 2BR, 2BA upstairs, studio New items coming to Garden Center in 2012 w/full kitchen downstairs, deck w/bar & lake views. Steps to beach. Gardening tools, Bird supplies, Yearly fertilizer maintenance Oct-May. $1,000/mo. NO SMOKERS OR PETS. 847-274-9800. Yearly maintenance contracts available for: mowing, snow, yard clean-ups, gutters, weed picking SUMMER SEASON 2012 SPECIAL! YOUR ONE STOP SHOP FOR YOUR LANDSCAPE NEEDS HOUSE ON THE BEACH – STOP 16 * Coupons available on Facebook 3BR, 2.5BA, A/C, W/D, GAS BBQ LARGE DECK – GREAT VIEWS!                            ALL LINENS, BEACH CHAIRS & TOWELS ADDIE’S LAWN MAINTENANCE & Power Wash Yard Clean-Up • $2,200/WK. – ADD’L DISCOUNT FOR JUNE Mowing • Aeration • Thatching • Stain & Seal • Residential & Commercial CALL 630-363-3176 Free Est. Call 219-221-6222 or 219-229-7700. SHERIDAN BEACH – charming knotty pine cottage. 4BR, 2BA. C/A,                            cable. ½ blk. to beach. Close to park, zoo and shopping. Ping pong and • GROUNDSGUYS & foosball for those rainy days. $1,200/wk. Call Pam 708-383-2635. SANDCASTLE LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT • CHARMING VINTAGE MICHIANA HOME – ¼ blk. from lake, Stop 37. Furn., Snow Plowing -- Commercial & Residential 3BR, 2BA. Sleeps 8. C/A, frpl, BBQ, screen porch, deck off master BR, all 877-373-5296 (toll free) • 219-878-3032 util except phone. $1,900/wk. For info email [email protected] [email protected] Phone Judy 847-814-8215. SNOW REMOVAL-- SPRING CLEAN-UP, GUTTER CLEANING, LAKE APTS. Live in beauty of Lake Michigan, beach, dunes. Yard Work, Lawn Maintenance. Handyman Work. Odd Jobs. Enjoy conveniences of Michigan City. Lg. 1BR, $625/mo. For details, call ABE at 219-210-0064. Studio, $475/mo. Utilities included. Call 219-879-2195. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Long Beach House– Long term, avail. 4/1/12 or later, furn. or unfurn. Needed: RELIABLE, MATURE WOMAN FOR 1-PERSON OFFICE. 3BR + Den, 2BA. Great location, very close to beach. C/A, fireplace, Mon-Thurs 8:30 am-5 pm. Must have MS Word and Excel skills; strong W/D, hardwood floors, deck w/grill, big yard. Call 312.953.9570. written and verbal skills. Must be: professional, organized, efficient. 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The Good Things Sale, resale at its best is this weekend March 3rd Bright and Spacious, Luxury Master Suites, Quality Construction, 9am-2pm & 4th 12-4pm. Over 40 participants have cleaned their Extraordinary Storage, Full Basement, Masonry Construction, Masonry homes, garages & storage units and submitted 1,200+ items for Fireplace, PVC Decks, Screened in Porch Optional. esale. Long Beach Community Center, 2501 Oriole Trl., Long Beach, Located off Tiffany Woods Drive and State Road 39, LaPorte. IN. 219-861-6188 Home of the Girlfriend Sale! Come shop for sheet www.villasofbriarleaf.com • 219.851.0008 sets, table cloths, comforters, antique depression glass, majolica plates, On Site Sales Office open Friday through Monday 11-4 CST very old writing desk, 50s knife sets, beautiful vintage embroidered linens, 1817 Lake Shore Dr., Sheridan Beach. Entertain by the beach. Single original art work, photos & prints, GE fan, artist made wool rugs, rattan family home with 2 units on LSD. Upstairs is a 2BR, 2BA and downstairs chair & love seat, Toro snow blower, George Forman grill, cross country a studio with full kitchen. Deck with bar and lake views. Steps to beach. skis, leather motorcycle pants & helmet, thermal coffee pot, min dell $485,000. Please call for more information 847-274-9800. phone keyboard, wireless router, Sony cordless headphones, dulcimer LAND FOR SALE IN MICHIGAN CITY • GATEWAY TO BLUE CHIP • with case, metal chaise lounge, upholstered sleeper sofa, medieval king 2 vacant lots with alley access. $18,750 ea. Call 219-210-6828. and queen floor lamps, 3”x5” metal and wood framed mirrors, 9x12 wool BY OWNER—3BR RANCH IN TRAIL CREEK AREA. City water/sewer. area rug, office desks, coffee & sofa table, candles & holders, sets of Beautifully landscaped. Possible lease. Call 219-879-4220. glasses, dishes, VCR tape collection and DVDs, spring floral bouquets, 3602 Lake Shore Drive, Duneland Beach – For Sale by Owner. baskets, jewelry boxes, leather sofa & ottoman, coffee tables, wicker Spectacular unobstructed lake view, private nearly deserted beach, brand chest of drawers & night stand and so much more. new complete upscale remodeling. 4BR, 2.5BA, beach shower, 3-car ESTATE SALE: 202 Hoosier Dr., Michigan City, IN garage, large drive for extra parking, dumbwaiter, fireplace, deck, 60 ft. Sat., March 3rd & Sun., March 4th, 9 am-3 pm – Entire house contents lot. 2,488 sq. ft. Move-in ready. $924,900. Serious lookers only. for sale including W/D, freezer, couches, tables, lamps, kitchen items, 810-241-2001. twin beds, baby crib & changing table (like new, used twice), tools, queen bed, dining room table, chairs, bar stools, many TVs, etc. WANT TO BUY-REAL ESTATE Free Gentle Flow Yoga Classes LONG BEACH HOME on or very near Lake Michigan. 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Bond Girl by Erin Duffy chair. Oh, yes, and Not a James Bond girl but a Wall Street Bond girl there’s picking up is who we’re dealing with this week. And a more de- lunch (for everyone lightful read you won’t fi nd in a long time to come. on the fl oor), drop- It’s a good thing to know fi rst off, that although ping off someone’s this is a work of fi ction, the author knows whereof dry cleaning, mail- she speaks, having spent more than ten years working packages, and ing on Wall Street. I’d say that’s quite an accom- entering numbers plishment for a woman in such a man’s club as the into spreadsheets, world of fi nance is. lots of numbers into It isn’t often that you read a book and fi nd your- lots of spreadsheets. self cheering on the main character to the length of The only thing she actually shouting out loud, “You go, girl!” Lucky for couldn’t do was an- me, I was alone at the time... swer the phones--no Our heroine, Alex Garrett, decided she wanted executing trades, to be on Wall Street since the tender age of eight no talking to cus- years. A tomboy by nature, she loved competition tomers. Looks like and she loved going with her father on the rare trip it was going to be a to his offi ce on Wall Street where he was an invest- grueling year ahead ment banker. The high energy of the offi ce matched for Alex! her own and she was hooked. Her mother thought Yes, they threw she’d grow out of it... all they could at her. There were some forty men on “From the fi rst time I witnessed the glamour of the fl oor to seven women. Alex had to prove herself the Wall Street machine, I was hooked. Downtown worthy every day. Sometimes it proved to be very buzzed like no place I had ever been; it was and is trying indeed, but there were light moments, too. the economic epicenter of the universe. Everyone Like keeping score on a colleague while he ate the contents of their vending machine for a $28,000 bet! walked with purpose: you never saw people casu- Of course she had to put up with many practical ally strolling or window-shopping along the twisted jokes from the guys; more than persevering, Alex streets south of Canal. Down there people were busy. took it all in stride and won the respect of her co- Time was money, and money was all anyone thought workers. But then she discovered the night time about: how to make it, how to keep it, how to make supper/business meetings everyone was expected to sure someone else didn’t have more of it than you attend, at one of which she was introduced to Rick, did. It was electrifying.” one of the fi rm’s most valuable clients, and a lecher, After college, Alex applied for a job at her dad’s too. How was she going to handle him without com- competition, Cromwell Pierce. She impressed the promising herself? As the story races toward 2008, interviewing committee and was hired as an analyst no one in Alex’s company, including Alex, has a clue in the government bond desk in the fi xed-income di- as to what the future will bring. vision. Translation: she’s at the bottom of the heap. I loved the inside look at the world of fi nance and “All I needed to know was that I was as junior all the craziness that goes with it. Author Duffy has as junior could get, and I therefore worked for ev- a keen eye and a sharp sense of humor. eryone...forgetting your rung on the corporate ladder Like I said at the beginning, as time goes on and was a very bad idea.” you follow Alex on her daily duties at Cromwell Alex teams up with her best friend Liv and the Pierce, you will come to respect and admire her eth- pair are soon racing around Manhattan looking for ics and her heart...and all done on four inch Jimmy “a non-rat-infested building we could afford.” They Choos! found a small place, moved in, and soon, it was time Bestselling author Adriana Trigiani said, “... Erin for orientation... Duffy is a fresh, funny, and fabulous new voice in Alex meets her boss, Ed Ciccone, known as Chick. literature...At long last, thanks to Ms. Duffy, I grasp Twenty years in the business and all business. the world of high fi nance and the hearts and minds “Chick spoke insanely fast, like his lungs didn’t need that drive it. Great story. Delicious debut.” oxygen at the same rate as a normal person’s.” And after you read Bond Girl, I’m sure you’ll She is given a folding chair, no desk, and told to agree. take turns sitting behind the rest of the team observ- Till next time, happy reading! ing and taking notes. Her new nickname turned out to be Girlie, written in Wite-Out on the back of the THE March 1, 2012 Page 35

219-872-4000 866-496-1752 FAX (219) 872-4182 Specializing in Distinctive Properties Indiana and Michigan Debbie Burke MERRION & ASSOCIATES REALTORS, INC. www.MerrionRealty.com Principal Broker/ 1010 N. Karwick Road. • Michigan City, IN 46360 Owner Spring Is Just Around The Corner! Build Your Dream Home On One Of These Properties!

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307 W Michigan, New Buffalo 309 W Michigan, New Buffalo Fairway Drive, Long Beach Birchmont, New Buffalo 28 Ponchartrain, New Buffalo $79,900 $79,900 $111,000 $199,000 $359,000 BEAUTIFUL, Park-Like Lot in The Perfect Site for Your Gorgeous lot with a great Beautiful setting in Impressive Wooded Corner a newer development in the Future available at this 66 the Heart of Michiana! Lot 100 x 120 just down the view of Lake Claire! A hill from Stop 37 in the Village Heart of Harbor Country. This x 132 lot! Ready to build About 3 blks. To Lake ready to build lot is 112 x 132 and backs up to a wooded perfect place for you to of Michiana, Michigan. You’ll and backs up to a Wooded ravine! This area is dotted build your dream home! Michigan Beaches – hear the waves from Lake elevated wooded site w/ Michigan & feel the summer Ravine. In an area w/new with new construction homes It’s a site for your future, construction in the desirable frontage on 2 opposite breezes while surrounded homes within New Buffalo Call Today! by multi-million streets dollar homes. New Buffalo Area Schools (Birchmont & Only a phone Area Schools. neighborhood. Cherokee). call away! Come take a Come take a look!! look! Call today! Michele Cihak @ 219-861-2073 Michele Cihak @ 219-861-2073 Michele Cihak @ 219-861-2073 David Angus @ 219-898-7009 Michele Cihak @ 219-861-2073

@MerrionRealty www.facebook.com/MerrionRealty Debbie Burke, GRI, ABR, RECS 219-221-0006 Ed Merrion*, CRS, GRI 219-898-6428 Michele Cihak*, ABR 219-861-2073 Joe Gazarkiewicz 219-861-3750 Dave Angus 219-898-7009 JuliAnn Merrion 219-221-2367 Cari Adams 219-898-5412 Cathy Blum 574-292-3748 Tricia Meyer 219-871-2680 *Licensed in IN & MI THE Page 36 March 1, 2012 CENTURY 21 Long Beach Realty 1401 Lake Shore Drive ~ 3100 Lake Shore Drive 219.874.5209 ~ 219.872.1432 www.c21longbeachrealty.com

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