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Volume 32, Number 35 Thursday, September 8, 2016 One For the Record Books “Future” Cast, “Walking Dead” Star Highlight of Latest Comic Con by Kayla Weiss Editor’s note — This is the latest installment in an ongoing series by Kayla Weiss to meet as many celebrities as possible at Comic Cons.

meeting James Marsters (“Buffy the Vampire Slayer”), Sean Astin (the “Lord of the Rings” trilo- gy), James and Oliver Phelps (“Harry Potter), Car- oll Spinney (Big Bird) and Tobin Bell (the “Saw” franchise). This time would prove different. In previous years, I attempted to get a photo op with some of my favorite celebrities, but typically losing out to bad timing. Now, however, everything seemed to be falling into place. So many notable celebrities slated to attend: Carrie Fischer, Mitch Pileggi, Gil- lian Anderson, David Duchovny, Ralph Macchio and Sebastian Stan.

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Kayla Weiss fi nally has her photo taken at Comic Con with Norman Reedus.

efore attending my fi rst Comic Con a little more than two years ago, my ob- servation of people who attended these events either came from social media or Bthe news media. These individuals were depicted as: 1. People who dressed in elaborate costumes (true). 2. Nerds or geeks (not entirely true). 3. People who deserved to be made fun of (false). However, when I entered my fi rst Comic Con in March 2014, it exceeded my expectations. I was hooked. A highlight of the Chicago Comic Con: a photo with In my travels, I have had the pleasure of Marty McFly himself, Michael J. Fox. THE Page 2 September 8, 2016

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Continued from Page 1 dition, three new celebrities were added: Michael Record Books J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd and Lea Thompson from I always treat myself to one photo op at Comic the “Back to the Future” trilogy, one of my favorite Con. With so many people to choose from this time movies of all time. out, I was holding out. I grew up watching “The X- So, I scooped up a photo op with Lloyd and the Files,” so Duchovny was a backup. Then again, John DeLorean right away. How could I not? Doc Brown Barrowman (one of my favorite actors from the new with the DeLorean? Again, easy. At that point, Fox “Doctor Who”) was slated to be there as well. was only available for photo ops through a special But there was one celebrity who eluded me at VIP package priced at $500. Ouch! Impossible… un- previous Comic Cons. til a week before the convention and Fox was sud- Norman Reedus. denly available for photos outside the VIP packages. Daryl Dixon, himself, from “The Walking Dead.” This was going be one of the biggest, best conven- So, I waited...and waited. Suddenly, celebrities tions ever...and one of the longest. I never thought would end up at Comic Con were slated to appear in Chicago, including Reedus. I o make it on time to my photo op with Fox — scooped up a photo op with him right off the bat, one of the fi rst of the day — I needed to catch without the slightest hesitation. Tthe 5:20 a.m. train into Chicago. To make my Easy. I was done and ready for Comic Con. photo op with Lloyd and the DeLorean, I would need Or so I thought. to stay until 6:30 p.m. It would be a long day, but A week or so later, I checked the Chicago Comic that’s OK. There was plenty to see and do, and three Con website to make sure Reedus hadn’t canceled others with me wanted to see everything there. again this year – the unfortunate result last year. The day began by being herded through line after I was surprised to discover not only that he had line just to arrive onto the show fl oor, which wouldn’t not, but also added more photo op sessions. In ad- open until 10 a.m. Once that happened, we were quickly ushered to the photo area to await our brief moments with Fox. I was anxious. My little cousin, Hunter, was anxious...to go Lego shopping. Dressed in jeans and an orange puffer vest, I killed time in line by putting in my contact lenses and ap- plying a bit of eye makeup so I didn’t resemble a zombie version of Marty McFly. I didn’t want to scare the poor guy. The fi rst thing we were told upon crossing through the red curtains: No shaking hands with Mr. Fox. No hugs, no gifts, no touching, keep moving. Understandable enough. All I wanted was to hold the “Save the Clocktower” fl yer I’d printed off and take my photo with the Marty McFly. Fox was all smiles, despite the ear- ly hour and immense amount of peo- ple fi ltering past him. When I held up the fl yer, he got so excited, wanting to hold it, too, grabbing onto it, despite the tremor in his hands. For those few Kayla poses with Christopher Lloyd and the DeLorean in front of a replica of the movie’s famous clocktower. moments, I was in the presence of one THE September 8, 2016 Page 3 of my favorite actors. It was incredibly exciting and worthwhile, especially when I learned all proceeds Arboriculture is an art with a basis in botanical from the photo ops, autographs and packages with knowledge. If your “tree service” is not ISA certifi ed, you the “Back to the Future” cast went to the Fox Foun- may be missing the knowledge that is so important for dation for Parkinson’s. proper tree care. As soon as I picked up my photo, I fi ltered back downstairs to rejoin the group. It wasn’t hard to fi nd them. Hunter wanted Legos, and the Lego booth was near the entrance to the show fl oor. En- tering the area, I saw, for the briefest moment, R2- D2 cutting through the hoards of people. I wanted desperately to fi nd him and snap a quick photo, but he was gone. For the next few hours, we fi ltered through the show fl oor booths, taking in everything shoved in front of our faces. There was so much. It was like sensory overload. There were so many booths, most of which sell vintage comic books, rare action fi g- ures and pop vinyl fi gures. I was most interested in the artists, but Hunter wanted to fi nd more Legos, so we went on the hunt for more Legos.

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knew going into this Comic Con, it would be one for the Irecord books. I was right. Indeed, the most exciting part Kayla Weiss and Jeff Gifford dress as Castile and Dean from “Supernatural,” posing with the 1967 Chevy Impala driven in the TV show. of my day was meeting some of my favorite actors. Reedus was stitched silk corsets, to coffee mugs. There was so one I’ve been trying to meet for years. I’m sure he much to see. So many artists do what they love. will be at other conventions...but the other two? Even tattoo artists were there, ready to give some- When will they make it to another Midwest conven- one some ink. The other booths, the ones with toys tion, or anywhere near here? Meeting Marty McFly, and comic books, are a dime a dozen compared to Doc Brown and Daryl Dixon — that’s something I what’s in Artists’ Alley. will never forget. Finally, it was time for head back upstairs and The next big celebrity I’d like to meet, the one I stand in line for my photo with Reedus. Despite be- always keep my eye out for — is David Tennant, ing hungry and beyond the point of exhaustion, I the 10th Doctor on “Doctor Who” and my personal was super excited. Reedus was just feet away. favorite. Hopefully, he makes an appearance in the Finally. future. Finally! Believe me. I’ll be on the lookout. Upon entering the photo area, I was surprised to (Visit www.wizardworld.com for more details.) see he wasn’t wearing sunglasses, like he normal- ly does when he takes photos at Comic Con. Even better. Finally, it was my turn. I was so excited, I couldn’t stop smiling. He called me “sweetheart” and pulled me in for the photo – he was a lot stron- ger than I thought he’d be. A quick fl ash of light, and it was all over. Time for me to leave, collect my photo and dash across the fl oor to get in yet another line, my fi nal line of the day, where I would get to meet Lloyd and have my photo taken with him and the DeLorean. Honestly, out of my three photo ops that day, I don’t know who I was excited for the most. I never could have imagined getting to meet them all at the same convention. I can’t even begin to describe how many people in that line were dressed as Mar- ty McFly. Not just the classic Marty McFly, but all different versions and variations from the trilogy. The only person in line who likely wasn’t dressed as Marty McFly was Jeff. Pretty sure I was the only one who printed up a “Save the Clocktower” fl yer. Kayla’s cousin, Hunter, takes on the raptors of “Jurassic Park.” THE September 8, 2016 Page 5

Posing with a 10th Doctor cosplayer is a Comic Con tradition for Kayla. Rey and BB-8 pose for photos. A “blue fairy.” THE Page 6 September 8, 2016 Polish Heritage Festival Returns to Friendship Botanic Gardens by William Halliar Each fall, as the days grow shorter and the night air car- ries a crispness that heralds the change of seasons, those of Polish descent in Michigan City begin thinking of cab- bage rolls, pierogi and polka bands. “Polska.” The homeland, fi lled with traditions, celebra- tions and a history passed down through the generations. This year, the Polish Heri- tage Festival is Sunday, Sept. 11, in the beautifully trans- formed Friendship Botanic The youth of Wesoly Lud Gardens (formerly Interna- entertain the crowd tional Friendship Gardens), at Polish Heritage 2055 E. U.S. 12. It is the fi fth Festival. year of the annual gathering. Plans have been in the works for months to make the dressed in traditional, colorful costumes, entertaining celebration more meaningful and enjoyable than ever. with the folk dances of the people. This year, a second The day will begin with a bilingual Mass cele- group, The Polish Highlanders of America, will add brated by Bishop Donald Hying of the Gary diocese their joyous toe-tapping music to the festivities. at 11 a.m. under the fl ower-festooned canopy of the In past years, the E-Z Tones fi lled the air with Symphony Garden. A choir of colorfully bedecked rollicking polka music. This year, it is joined by ad- and enthusiastic young people will accompany tra- ditional players and has changed its name to the ditional Polish hymns. Ampol-Aires to refl ect their new, bigger sound. Those who have attended the festival in the past As always, there will be vendors offering fl ags, T- know the Mass is accompanied by a mouth-water- shirts, banners and various paraphernalia celebrat- ing aroma that fl oats through the beautiful fall foli- ing Polish traditions. A booth honoring the culture age. Hints of roasting kielbasa, boiling pierogi with of Poland will be set up, with the inimitable Janusz fried onions and sizzling brats make even the most Duzinkiewicz as moderator of all thing Polish. A devout worshipper’s stomach rumble and complain beer garden will be ensconced under a festive tent, with anticipation. offering domestic and Polish beers. This year, the meal, which starts at noon, will be A raffl e, always a highlight of the day, will be held served by “Polish Country Kitchen” at La Porte’s Sa- and a Polish Ambassador plaque awarded to the cred Heart, with desserts and breads furnished by Michigan City resident who most exemplifi es the the ever-popular “Bakers Dozen” from South Bend. spirit of citizenship for the past year. To tempt your taste buds, a sampling of what’s on For a taste of the colors, music, dances and cui- the menu may be in order. There will be plenteous sine of Polska, don’t miss the 2016 Polish Heritage heaps of stuffed cabbage, sauerkraut, potato dump- Festival. The family celebration continues with gus- lings, cucumber salad and mountains of steaming to until 5 p.m. Admission is $5 per person, while cheese, potato, kraut and bacon/kraut/potato piero- children 12 and younger are free. Visit www.face- gi, to name a few. book.com/PolishHeritageFestivalMC for additional The young people of Wesoly Lud will be on hand, information.

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The “True to Form” collection. THE September 8, 2016 Page 13 a much later work, 2011, compared to “Three War- principles of art, applying them to non-traditional ring,” done in 1973, and mentioned above. Has the works. One of the basic principles is that a work of artist’s view changed? By surveying the entire ex- art should be unifi ed, but not so much that it’s bor- hibit, then picking a few works to look at in depth, ing: It is called “Unity with Variety.” Unity might be personal awakenings happen. thought of as consistency or focus in shapes, color, In another gallery, sculptural works of great vari- texture, line, composition. In this piece, one can ask ety are shown. “True to Form: Works from Chicago if the idea, often called “the statement,” is focused Sculpture International” is an exhibit of 23 different enough. Should the faces be clearer? Why the ab- sculptors. “Different” is the word here, a one-stop stract border around the faces? Why does one light wide-variety experience. From a realistic bear to a ribbon connect the two mouths, while the second slumbering pile of cast-off material, to lovely curving just seems to lay there? Or are these clues to the abstracts, this is a walking sculptural tour, without artist’s statement? all the walking. The various works mostly summa- Another important principle is that the idea/ rize previous art movements, some pushing a bit to statement should not be trivial, but “deep,” or an ex- new ground, while the craftsmanship is high. traordinary interpretation of something, a new way of understanding. How does this piece follow that principle? While some contemporary works tend to

“Figure 8/Infi nity.” ignore these principles, they have served many cul- tures for many centuries, reinvented or moving into “The Conversation—Talking to Ourselves.” new areas. It is likely these two principles, Unity Among those that give pause is one by a sculptor with Variety, and Truth, will remain touchstones in from The Beacher area, Susan Cohan-Lange. Her deciding which current works are included in a fu- work here lights up the room, literally. “The Con- ture listing of great art. versation: Talking to Ourselves” Some of the other pieces that consists of two semi-abstract If You Go explore the principles at the high- faces, with LED light ribbons. est level include Nicole Beck’s Hours at Brauer Museum of Art, A striking piece, one wonders if “Spectral Arc,” Donna Hapac’s 1709 Chapel Drive, Valparaiso, the faces could have been more “Figure 8/Infi nity” and Mark War- are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, clearly enunciated, and why the wick’s “Family.” 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, light (the “talking”) goes from one These art diamonds, and more, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and mouth to another, with one strand are waiting for the next visitors to Friday and noon to 5 p.m. Sat- coming from the back of one head Brauer Museum. Stopping before urday and Sunday. It is closed just ending in the middle of no- a few, to contemplate the artist’s Monday. Call (219) 464-5365 or where. intent, personal questions and email [email protected] There’s a path here to answer answers, will bring a few precious for more information. the questions: Use the traditional moments into life.

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Had Gadon been around during the mucks it all up. hood,” was the guid- er, “11.22.63.” is a love story as Jake, 1950s or 1960s, Hitchcock would have scooped her “11.22.63,” the eight-part mini- ing force in adapt- posing as a teacher at a school near up as one of his leading ladies. She exists on an- series of the writer’s sprawling ing King’s work to Dallas so he can keep tabs on Oswald, other plane from everyone else in “11.22.63.” Aston- tease of a thriller, debuted in Feb- the small screen: falls for Sadie Dunhill, the school’s li- ishingly beautiful, with deep-rooted intelligence, ruary on Hulu and was just re- the perfect medium brarian. Sadie has her own dark past, strength and goodness, she awakens Franco from leased on DVD and Blu-ray. It is to afford enough but she and Jake become two halves whatever slumber kept him aloof. In the fi fth epi- a frustrating illustration of the ex- breathing room for of one whole. They need each other, sode, lifted directly from King’s novel and directed hilarating and the agonizing. Author Stephen King. the writer’s 849- thrive off each other. Together, they no less by Franco himself, the mini-series achieves The obstacle for any fi lmmaker who take on King page book. represent one of the great love stories a rare state of queasy terror as Sadie’s ex-husband is that his tales exist in the realm of the supernatu- For the unfamiliar, the premise in contemporary American fi ction of (T.R. Knight) threatens her idyllic bond with Jake ral. He creates worlds where bad things happen to behind “11.22.63,” which had been the past 10 years. through a frenzy of violence. The episode has a dire good, and sometimes not so good, individuals. He rolling around in King’s mind since I don’t know Bridget Carpenter. urgency lacking in the early episodes. We realize as asks readers to take leaps of faith, carefully spin- before “Carrie” (1974) was published, She’s probably a very nice person. well that Jake and Sadie are not two people thrown ning chapters so the reader’s imagination takes is a tantalizing “what if” exploration Smart. Well educated. Talented. All together for the sake of including a love story. There fl ight. Typically, Hollywood’s response is to literal- of John F. Kennedy’s assassination. it took, however, was two episodes is genuine chemistry — a pull, an electricity — be- ize the frights with cheap scare tactics. For every What if you could go back in time and into “11.22.63.” and I was burning her tween Franco and Gadon. cinematic standout early in King’s career like “Car- prevent a death that, for so many, name in effi gy with coarse vocabulary Their searing bond propels the series to the eighth rie,” “The Shining” and “The Dead Zone,” there was marked the loss of innocence for gen- unprintable in a family newspaper. and heartbreaking fi nal episode, set on the day of negligible garbage like “Graveyard Shift” and “Chil- erations of Americans. What would Like “Under the Dome,” another TV Kennedy’s assassination. Carpenter is exceedingly dren of the Corn.” the ramifi cations be? Would life have botch of a lengthy King masterwork, faithful to King’s work, right down to the dialogue of As the author grew brave with age, the horrors he turned out for better or for worse? “11.23.63.” cobbles together the bare the closing moments. The emotions amplify, escalat- explored infi ltrated everyday life: Death, domestic That’s the dangerous Pandora’s box bones of the author’s story before ing to the most powerful, lump-in-your-throat fi nale abuse, fanaticism, spiritual and physical incarcera- that lonely, divorced high school embarking on its own fl ight of fancy. since “The Green Mile” and “The Shawshank Re- tion. The emphasis being character, Hollywood now teacher Jake Epping opens after a dying friend Characters briefl y introduced in the book now com- demption.” Even as I write this, images haunt me, could do King justice. “Stand By Me.” “Misery.” “The coaxes him to enter a time portal in the back of his mand greater screen time. New scenarios come and may continue to do so for days to come. Shawshank Redemption.” “Dolores Claiborne.” “The grease-pit diner. King’s variation on the old time- out of nowhere, limply replacing the deeper, more The lesson learned from the fi nale is obvious. Green Mile.” “Hearts in Atlantis.” These fi lms hold travel plot device is intriguing. Each new trip to the meaningful passages of King’s work. Much of what Stick to King’s story, and you deliver the goods. up with repeat viewings. By respecting King’s vi- There is a reason he remains one of America’s most sion, justice was served. popular writers. The man knows how to tell a story. “11.22.63.” was a test for Hulu — which primar- King, in fact, is rather busy these days. His semi- ily airs current and past episodes of TV shows — to nal ‘80s work “It” is making its journey to the big see if it might attract viewers with original “event” screen, the original incarnation a popular 1980s programing. King, along with J.J. Abrams (“Star TV mini-series. His “Mr. Mercedes” trilogy is in the Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens”), served as works for television. A plethora of short stories are executive producers. Bridget Carpenter, a producer in preproduction. Will they be any good? The answer depends on how true they remain to their source. If not then, well, forget about it. We are in for a whole heap of disappointment. Contact Andrew Tallackson at [email protected]

Bill Turcotte (George MacKay, left) is another small character heightened to key supporting role. Josh Duhamel (left) co-stars as Frank Dunning, a small role in the book Carpenter and crew achieve has a “what were they amplifi ed to an entire episode. thinking?” air to it. past exists as the equivalent of a reset button. If you Casting James Franco as Epping is another head- didn’t get it right the fi rst time, simply return to the scratcher...at fi rst. I’ve feared for some time that the present and the past rights itself. The time traveler actor — once exciting in Oscar-nominated work like starts over again, and again, and again, until he or “127 Hours” (2011) — smokes too much weed with she gets it just as he or she pleases. Trouble is, the fellow hemp enthusiast Seth Rogen. Often, Franco’s Jake Epping (James Franco) and Sadie Dunhill (Sarah Gadon) attempt to past does not prefer to be changed and fi ghts back. performance in “11.22.63.” has a fl at, unaffected thwart the assassination of John F. Kennedy in “11.22.63.” King is juggling quite a bit here: wistful nostal- feel. He’s there, but not there, never propelling the Sarah Gadon, as Sadie, pulls the best out of James Franco’s performance. THE Page 24 September 8, 2016 Michigan City Life — 180 Years Ago From the arrival of the fi rst While Elston owned the land, inhabitants in 1832 to the time Miller sold it for him, so Miller of its incorporation in 1836, might be considered our pioneer Michigan City grew rapidly. founder and town builder. He City founder and land entre- opened businesses and made it preneur Isaac Elston was an possible for other new settlers absent infl uence. He attended to survive by providing supplies. his business interest through He built his own warehouse on Samuel Miller, his Michigan City the banks of Trail Creek, and agent. Miller defi nitely was a by 1834 was importing salt and man of his times: pioneer adven- other supplies and exporting turer, opportunist, entrepreneur, grain and farm produce. He es- merchant, builder and, when tablished the fi rst post offi ce, necessary, a fi ghter. His early too. life was spent as a trader with The rapid growth provided the Indians along the shores of for incorporation in 1836. That Lake Michigan near Fort Dear- same year, the fl edgling city was born and the future site of Chicago. He married visited and described by British travel writer Har- Elizabeth Kinsey, daughter of the fi rst white settler riet Martineau. Her account was published in her in that area. He picked up arms to defend his new book Society in America. She visited the United homestead during the Black Hawk uprising of Na- States from 1834 to 1836 and in her book vividly de- tive Americans. Shortly thereafter, Elizabeth died scribes an adventurous stagecoach trip from Detroit and the widower found his new life and fortune in to Chicago. Her travel party left Detroit on June 15, Michigan City. There, he became fi rst resident and 1836, arriving in Michigan City six days later. The ultimately its second mayor. The location of his cab- arduous trip included rain, mud and rutted roads so in is marked at Fifth and Franklin streets, and his jarring, the travelers were forced to transport a doz- grave can be found in Greenwood Cemetery. en eggs by each one holding an egg in their hands for the entire length of a day’s journey. The travelers faced near tragedy halfway between La Porte and Michigan City when they encountered a washed VISIT THE out bridge across the boggy land. The bridge was RAILROAD rapidly rebuilt to allow tentative crossing by heavy GARDEN wagons. Finally, with clearing skies on the fi rst day of summer, the party approached the young city on 13988 Range Line Road, Niles, Michigan the shores of Lake Michigan with high spirits. (269) 695-6491 • www.fernwoodbotanical.org The following account is excerpted from Martin- 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday • 12 noon to 6 p.m. Sunday (MI Time) eau’s journal.

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Porter Ave., Chesterton. The Flashbacks will perform. • Bits & Bytes series, Intro to Facebook, from 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, in the Thomas Li- brary Serials/Automation Department. “Me Before You.” Registration is required by visiting or calling the The group will discuss recently received prepub- IT Department at (219) 926-7696, or registering at lication books. Light refreshments will be served. www.wpl.lib.in.us. Click on the Bits & Bytes link. • Battles of the American Civil War from 6 • Lego Club from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14, and 10 a.m. to Sept. 9, at the Thomas Library Children’s De- noon Saturday, Sept. 17, at Thomas Library’s partment. Bertha Wood Meeting Room. Children build around a different theme using History buff and Civil War enthusiast Thomas the library’s Legos. Registration is required by call- Murphy will discuss the battle of Fredericksburg. ing (219) 926-7696. • Children’s Crochet Club from 3:30 to 4:30 • Nerf Battle: Capture the Flag from 5:30 to p.m. Wednesdays in the Thomas Library Ber- 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, at Hageman Library. tha Wood Meeting Room. Registration is required, and a parent permission Aimed at children in third grade and older, at- slip must be fi lled out. All materials are provided. tendees learn beginning crochet from instructor Sa- Call (219) 926-9080 to register. die Steciuch. Children should take a size G crochet • Sunday Matinee: “Me Before You” at 1:30 hook and skein of medium weight yarn. Class size is p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11, at the Library Service limited, and registration is required by calling (219) Center, 100 W. Indiana Ave., Chesterton. 926-7696. The movie is rated PG-13. Free popcorn will be • Creative Tweens from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. available. 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Gunnery Sgt. James Steinhagen, Cpl. Dylan Gleason, PFC Stefen Glade Cadets offl oad school supplies for the Back to School rally, and PFC Jacob Powless help work the Grand Prix Super Boat races. which they helped assemble the previous day.

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Registration includes a T-shirt and re- likelihood of an overwhelm- freshments. The course will be lined with signs in ing cyberattack on the United honor and memory of those with cancer. A special States, and the nation’s ability recognition ceremony is prior to the race honoring to deal with the consequences all super heroes (children who have or had cancer). that could arise. With pre-registration, one can designate a hero he/ A journalist for more than 50 years and a 42-year she would like to honor with a sign on the course. veteran of ABC News, Koppel is one of the most Race day also will commemorate Prestin’s fourth honored reporters in that network’s history. He was anniversary of being cancer free, as well as others named among the top 100 American journalists of who have reached signifi cant milestones in their the past 100 years and has received 42 Emmys, in- fi ght against cancer. cluding one for lifetime achievement. He has cov- Registration and details are available at www. ered events that include John F. Kennedy’s funeral runninforprestin.com, or on Facebook at Runnin’ in 1963, Martin Luther King Jr.’s civil rights march for Prestin. Early packet pickup and registration from Selma to Montgomery in 1965 and Richard are from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16, at Coolspring Nixon’s visit to the People’s Republic of China in Township Volunteer Fire Department. Race-day 1972. He was the fi rst journalist to interview Nelson registration is from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. Mandela upon his release from 26 years in prison. A book signing follows the program. Regular season tickets are $75, which includes general seating for all fi ve programs. A Patron Sea- son ticket is $200, which includes reserved section seating for all fi ve programs and exclusive recep- tions with the speakers before each program begin- ning at 2:30 p.m. Students who show a valid school ID are admitted for free. 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New members are invited. well as Elston and Rogers alumni. In addition to • Potawatomi Drum and Dance Troupe at 1 chicken sales, a DJ, cornhole games, face painting p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10. The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Drum and and children’s games are planned. Dance Troupe will perform as part of an Indiana Bi- All activities will be held in the former Al’s park- centennial Legacy Project. ing lot across from Ames Field. Tickets are avail- • Writing Out Loud: Author able through the MCHS Athletic Offi ce at (219) 873- Amy Reichert at 7:30 p.m. Sat- 2044. The $10 cost includes a 1/2 chicken, beverage urday, Sept. 10. and side. The 32nd season kicks off with the author of “The Coincidence of Coconut Cake” and “Luck, Love & Show & Shine for the Shelter Lemon Pie.” As a fundraiser for Stepping Stone Shelter for • Local Author Nancy Nau Sullivan at 2 p.m. Women, Offi ce Max, 118 Dunes Plaza, will host Sunday, Sept. 11. “Show & Shine for the Shelter” from 10 a.m. to 3 Sullivan has written a memoir, “The Last Cadil- p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11. lac,” a tribute to her family. The open-class event, which includes a $10 regis- • Story Time at 1 p.m. Tuesdays, Sept. 13, 20 tration fee, can include cars, trucks and motorcycles and 27, and 10 a.m. Wednesdays, Sept. 14, 21 from any year. Registration is at 10 a.m., followed and 28. by judging at 2 p.m. and the awards presentation Children birth to age 5 and adults will enjoy sto- ries, songs and crafts. Arrive a few minutes early to at 3 p.m. receive a name tag. Contact Robin Kohn at (219) 873-3049 for more 7DNH+RPH

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They are facilitated by local experts and open to any business in or near Harbor Country. The series includes: • “The Language of Customer Relationships” with Mark Strauss of Strauss Training, Harbert, Mich. • “The Art of the Menu & The Server Who Sells: with Allison Strauss of Strauss Training, Harbert. Northwest Indiana Green Drinks members accepting the honor are Rachel Veronesi (from left), Nancy Moldenhauer and Kathy Legner Sipple. • “Achieving Your Financial Goals” with Becky Gloe of Advantage Accounting, Sawyer, Mich. The award is part of the group’s bicentennial mis- • “Intermediate Accounting & Cash Flow” with sion to recognize homegrown solutions to the chang- Bryan Baily, in partnership with Cornerstone Al- ing climate. liance Women’s Business Center, Benton Harbor, Northwest Indiana Green Drinks also will be in- Mich. ducted into Indiana’s Bicentennial Green Legacy • “Fraud: Here to Stay…How to Deal With It!” Hall of Fame. It consists of regular meetups in Mich- with Karen Poff and Stephanie Fisher of Horizon igan City, Valparaiso and Gary. Since early 2011, Bank, New Buffalo, Mich. the group has hosted hundreds of environmentally- • “How to Use Facebook Insights” with Cathi and focused programs featuring subject matter experts. Tim Rogers of Fusion Design, New Buffalo, Mich. Topics vary from regional importance to attendees’ • “Hiring for Success” with Susan Sheahan and interests. It teams with My Social Media Coach and Jim Hubbard of SCORE/Northwest Indiana. 219GreenConnect, which provides the social media The cost per session is $20 for Chamber members and web platforms. and $25 for non-members. Visit HarborCountry.Org or call (269) 469-5409 for more details. Historical Society La Porte County Historical Society’s fi rst fall Rittenhouse Collecting Donations meeting is Tuesday, Sept. 20, at First Baptist Rittenhouse Village Senior Living, 4300 Cleve- Church, 802 Indiana Ave., La Porte. land Ave., Michigan City, is collecting items for do- Take a covered dish (salad, vegetable, dessert). nation to the American Red Cross to help tornado Chicken and table service will be provided. Social victims in Kokomo. time starts at 6 p.m., with dinner at 6:30 p.m. The Items requested include bottled water, non-per- meeting is at 7:15 p.m., followed by the program. ishable canned or packaged goods, paper goods, Reservations for dinner are required. Call (219) cleaning supplies, diapers and baby formula. Any- 324-6767, email [email protected] or one interested in a cash donation can visit www. stop by the museum, 2405 Indiana Ave., La Porte, redcross.org. Call (219) 872-6800 or visit www.rit- before 4:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 16. tenhousevillages.com for more details. Guests are welcome, and the facility is accessible for people with disabilities. Parking is available. Grandparents Day at Zoo Grandparents Day at Washington Park Zoo, which offers free admission to grandparents with Warren J. Attar, Agent paid child admission, is Sunday, Sept. 11. Representing State Farm Since 1971 The zoo is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with the My 24 Hour Good Neighbor Service Number is last admission sold at 3 p.m. Regular admission is (219) 874-4256 $7 for adults (12-61), $6 for seniors 62 and older and 1902 E. US 20 • Evergreen Plaza children 3-11 and free for children 2 and younger. Michigan City, IN 46360 The zoo is located at 115 Lakeshore Drive. Visit Fax: (219) 874-5430 • www.warrenattar.com www.washingtonparkzoo.com for more details. THE September 8, 2016 Page 35 La Porte County Parks All registrations/questions go through the Red Mill County Park Ad- ministrative Offi ce, 0185 S. Holmesville Road, La Porte. Call (219) 325-8315 or visit www.laportecountyparks.org for more information. Nature’s Tiny Tots Designed for parents and grandparents, explore nature with toddlers and preschoolers. Enjoy mu- sic, dancing, storytelling and, weather permitting, hiking. The free program is from 10 to 11 a.m. Oct. 3, 17 and 31 (come in costume), Nov. 14 and 28, and Dec. 5, 12 and 19 at Luhr County Park Nature Center, 3178 S. County Road 150 West. Call (219) 325-8315 at least one week in advance to register.

Parent & Child Discovery Days The program includes arts and crafts, games and snacks. All activities are related to the topic. Pro- grams are appropriate for children 3 to 8, with an QUALITY CARPET CARE adult required to participate. Times are from 6 to SINCE 2003 7:15 p.m. at Luhr County Park. The cost is $5 per child/per program. Pre-registration and payment are required at least one week in advance or until Carpet Cleaning • Upholstery Cleaning full, whichever comes fi rst. The next program is: • Sept. 14 — Jumpin’ Jiminy. Air Duct Cleaning • Windows • Oriental Rugs • Oct. 5 — Fantastic Fall. Power Wash • Tile & Grout • Water Damage • Oct. 26 — Halloween Fun (come in costume). • Nov. 16 — Turkey Time. • Dec. 7 — Let It Snow.

Senior Lifestyles $20 Off Any Service Join the free 55+ Club, a social club designed for adults 55 and older to learn and explore vari- ous types of nature. Free coffee is served to partici- 219-608-3145 www.qcc150.com pants. The group meets from 9 to 10 a.m. at Luhr County Park Nature Center. Call at least one week in advance to register. The schedule is: • Sept. 14 — What to grow in the fall with Sacha Burns, Sunkissed Organics. • Oct. 5 — Medicare and navigating its website, www.medicare.gov. • Nov. 2 — Nutrition facts on food labels, clean eat- ing and diabetes, and how it affects the body’s health, Registered Dietician Stephanie Mahan.

Northern Indiana Walk for PKD The two-mile walk to assist Polycystic Kidney Disease Foundation is Saturday, Sept. 17, at Creek Ridge County Park, 7943 W. County Road 400 North, Michigan City Check-in is at 9 a.m., followed by the walk at 10 a.m. Participants can walk, form a team or help with the committee. Registering online offers spe- cial features, such as tracking team progress and fundraising tools. Visit www.walkforpkd.org/north- ernindiana for more details. THE Page 36 September 8, 2016 Marquette Questers Newsletters Marquette Questers Chapter 139 offered a recap of recent meetings. The group in May attended a band concert in Washington Park. In June, it met at Sara McNabb’s home for Linda Ferry’s program on the national parks, which is celebrating a milestone this year. The group, which has been in the community for 54 years, also consolidated its many scrapbooks and news clippings. In August, members held a “show something special that you collect or that interests you” event at McNabb’s home. The group next will meet Sept. 14. Jackie Glid- den will present the program on Little Dolls.” The Marquette Questers will distribute small, child-friendly coloring and information booklets and crayons regarding the Washington Park bandstand to area elementary schools. The Questers have been responsible for the renovation and upkeep of the bandstand until this year, when the Michigan City Parks Department took over. The group meets the second Wednesday of each month spring through fall. Anyone interested in at- tending a meeting should call MaryAnne Garon at (219) 872-3905 or Joyce Dalton at (219) 874-5832. New Troy Story Hour New Troy (Mich.) Community Center, 13372 Cali- fornia Road, will offer a weekly story hour during the school year starting from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. EDT Tuesday, Sept. 13. Children 3 and older accompanied by an adult can engage in stories, projects, games, crafts and other learning experiences led by former elemen- tary school teacher Ollie Rosenthal. Attendees don’t have to be New Troy residents. Friends of New Troy is seeking Story Hour sponsors to provide snacks, drinks and other materials. Call Terry at (269) 426-4199 for details.

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Archaeology Month, coordinated by the DNR Division of Historic Preservation & Archaeology, is an opportunity for Hoosier history buffs to meet The American Red Cross La Porte County Chap- archaeologists and learn about the state’s past. ter will sponsor the following bloodmobile: Events are held every September by universities, • First Church of God, 2020 E. Lincolnway, La museums, organizations and individuals. Porte, noon to 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 12. Indiana Archaeology Month 2016 also coincides Donate through Sept. 30 and receive a free haircut with 200 years of statehood. So, this year’s slate of from Sports Clips. Donors must be in good general archaeology programs has been designated an offi - health and feeling well, at least 17 (16 with parental cial Indiana Bicentennial Legacy Project. The com- consent) and weigh at least 110 pounds. Call (800) memorative poster focuses on Corydon, Indiana’s 733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org for more details. fi rst state capital, and the archaeology that has been conducted there. Commemorative posters and shirts are available. Giving Furniture New Life Since 1939 Shirts cost $10 and can be purchased from the DNR Customer Service Center at (317) 232-4200 or toll- free at (877) 463-6367. A schedule of events and additional information are available at dnr.IN.gov/historic, or by contact- ing Amy Johnson at [email protected] or (317) ––– INC ––– 232-6982. Refinish • Upholster • Restore Guaranteed Craftsmanship Wreath Project Aids Library Pick-Up & Delivery in IL, IN, MI 219-872-1700 The staff at New Buffalo Township Library, 33 N. 4980 W. Hwy 20 • In “The Pines” • Michigan City, IN 46360 Thompson St., have invited the public to create and www.furniturewerks.com donate a wreath for a silent auction supporting the library’s needs. The library encourages wreaths for all themes, 1260 E. Michigan Blvd. seasons and occasions, with no limits to any one De Vries Tire Co. Michigan City, IN holiday, or any holiday at all. The wreaths will be displayed Nov. 15-19, with Serving the Michigan City Area since 1968 219 874-4261 open bidding held then. Bidding and a small recep- tion will close the auction from 1:30 to 3 p.m. Nov. 19 in the library Pokagon Room. Wreaths will be Firestone Tires accepted in preparation for the auction during busi- ness hours Nov. 12 and 14. specializing in: More information and submission packets are Computerized Alignments available at the library front desk, or download the Air Conditioning Repairs information at www.newbuffalotownshiplibrary.org Mechanical Repairs or send questions to [email protected]. More details about bidding times and the auction recep- tion will be posted closer to the event in November. Duneland Weavers Guild LIVE TALK Duneland Weavers Guild will hold its fi rst month- RADIO ly meeting of the fall at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, CALL IN LINE at Westchester Public Library Annex, 100 W. Indi- ana Ave., Chesterton. 219-861-1632 Show n’ Tell involving summer weaving and knit- DURING LIVE SHOWS ting is planned, including an exchange of woven dish Office: 219-879-9810 • Fax: 219-879-9813 towels. Visit dunelandweaversguild.org for details. We Streamline Live 24/7 All Over the World! wimsradio.com THE Page 38 September 8, 2016 Activities to Explore Abiney’s Oriental Rug In the Local Area: Sept. 8 — Music at the Museum, 2-3:30 p.m., & Carpet Cleaning Company Westchester Township History Museum, 700 W. Porter Ave., Chesterton. Oriental Rug Cleaning, Repair, Restoration and Refringing Sept. 9 — Michigan City High School Port-a- FREE PICKUP and DELIVERY SERVICE Pit tailgate party, 3-7 p.m., former Al’s parking lot across from Ames Field. Tickets: $10. Reservations/ • Carpet Cleaning • Upholstery Cleaning info: (219) 873-2044. • House Cleaning Services Sept. 9-12 — Vickers Theatre, 6 N. Elm St., • Drapery & Blind Cleaning Three Oaks, Mich. Now showing: “Captain Fantas- (as they hang) tic.” Rated R. Times: 6 p.m. Fri.-Mon. Also: “Hunt • Window Washing for the Wilderpeople.” Rated PG-13. Times: 9 p.m. All Rugs are cleaned by hand with a Fri.-Mon, 3 p.m. Sat.-Sun. All times Eastern. Info: specially designed chemical process vickerstheatre.com HARDWOOD FLOORS - Hand Polishing & High Speed Buffing Sept. 10 — St. Stanislaus Catholic Church farm- 1645 N. Pine Ridge Dr., LaPorte, IN 219-325-3363 ers market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m., parking lot next to tennis courts. Info: [email protected], (219) 851-1785. Sept. 10 — Dunebrook Third Annual Dragon Boat Races, 9 a.m., La Porte’s Stone Lake. Free. PLUMBING Info: dunebrook.org DYE Sept. 10 — Duneland Weavers Guild, 10 a.m., & HEATING Westchester Public Library Annex, 100 W. Indiana 1600 Lake St., La Porte Ave., Chesterton. Info: dunelandweaversguild.org 219-362-6251 Sept. 10 — Izaak Walton League of America-Por- ter County Chapter Fairy Festival, “Gnomes Day Toll Free 1-800-393-4449 Out,” 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Frame Family Little Calumet Conservation Area, 1288 County Line Road. Info: Specializing in Plumbing, Heating, Serving facebook.com/gnomesdayout Air Conditioning, Heat Pumps, You Since Sept. 10 — The Pottawatomi Native American Radiant Heat Boilers, Water Heaters, 1939 Pokagon Band’s Drum and Dance Troupe, 1 p.m., & Sewer Services Michigan City Public Library, 100 E. Fourth St. Info: (219) 873-3049. • Residential • Commercial • Industrial Sept. 10 — “Family Fun Day,” noon-3 p.m. EDT, “Big Enough To Serve You… New Buffalo (Mich.) Railroad Museum, 530 S. Whit- taker St., Suite B. Info: www.newbuffalorailroad- Small Enough To Know You…” museum.org, (269) 469-8010. Sept. 10 — Free art programs (“Unbound” and “Unseen/Seen” exhibit), 1 p.m., Southern Shore Art Association, 724 Franklin St. Prayer to the Sept. 10 — Nerf Battle: Capture the Flag, 5:30-7 Blessed Virgin p.m., Hageman Library, 100 Francis St., Porter. (Never known to fail.) Sept. 10 — Writing Out Loud: Author Amy Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, Reichert, 7:30 p.m., Michigan City Public Library, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. 100 E. Fourth St. Info: (219) 873-3049. Oh, Star of the ‘Sea, help me and show me, herein Sept. 10 — Grassroots Festival & Fundraiser you are my mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of God, for the Acorn, 6:30 p.m. EDT, The Acorn Theater, Queen of Heaven and Earth! I humbly beseech you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in 107 Generations Drive, Three Oaks, Mich. Tickets: this necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, show $35, $100/VIP+drinks. Info: www.acorntheater.com, me herein you are my mother. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for (269) 756-3879. us who have recourse to thee (3x). Holy Mother, I place this cause in your Sept. 10-11 — “History Comes Alive Weekend,” hands (3x). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that I can attain my goal. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget Indiana Dunes State Park, 1600 N. County Road 25 all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me. I East, Chesterton. Times/info: (219) 926-1390. want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once Sept. 10-11 — Garwood Apple Fest, 9 a.m.-4 p.m., again that I never want to be separated from you in Eternal Glory. Thank you for your mercy toward me and mine. The person must say this prayer 3 Garwood Orchards, 5911 W. County Road 50 South, consecutive days. After 3 days, the request will be granted. This prayer must La Porte. Info: www.garwoodorchard.com be published after the favor is granted. Sept. 10-11 — 24th Door Village Harvest Festi- val, Scipio Township Park, 3501 W. Joliet Road. THE September 8, 2016 Page 39 Free admission. Cost for parking. Sept. 10, 14 — Michigan City Mainstreet Asso- ciation Farmers Market, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Sat./4-8 p.m. Wed., Eighth and Washington streets. Info: tinyurl. com/hhaajz2 Sept. 11 — “Show & Shine for the Shelter,” 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Offi ce Max, 118 Dunes Plaza. Registra- tion: $10. Sept. 11 — Grandparents Day at Washington Park Zoo, 115 Lakeshore Drive, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free grandparent admission with paid child admission. Randy’s Diner Info: www.washingtonparkzoo.com Sept. 11 — Polish Heritage Festival, noon-5 p.m., Open Every Day All Year Long for Breakfast & Lunch Friendship Botanic Gardens (formerly Internation- Dine Inside, Outside In Your Car Or At Our Picnic Tables al Friendship Gardens), 2055 E. U.S. 12. Mass @ 11 a.m. Admission: $5, free/children 12 @ younger. Daily Specials • Ask about catering Info: www.facebook.com/PolishHeritageFestivalMC 171 Indiana 212 • Michigan City, IN Sept. 11 — Sunday Matinee: “Me Before You,” 1:30 p.m., Westchester Public Library Service Cen- 879-9005 ter, 100 W. Indiana Ave., Chesterton. Sept. 11 — Local Author Nancy Nau Sullivan, 2 p.m., Michigan City Public Library, 100 E. Fourth St. Info: (219) 873-3049. )/(0,1*721 Sept. 13 — League of Women Voters’ Lunch With the League, Michigan City Mayor Ron Meer, noon, &216758&7,21 Patrick’s Grille, 4125 Franklin St. Info: (219) 874- Quality custom homes and remodeling 6809. 4XDOLW\FXVWRPKRPHVDQGUHPRGHOLQJ  Sept. 13 — Bifocal Bookies, Elena Ferrante’s 'HVLJQEXLOGVHUYLFHVDYDLODEOHDesign/build services available “My Brilliant Friend,” 1 p.m., Hageman Library, 100  $SURYHQORFDOEXLOGHUA proven local builder Francis St., Porter. Sept. 14 — Mad About Mysteries, 2 p.m., West- Focus)RFXVRQJUHHQHQHUJ\ on green/energy chester Township History Museum, 700 W. Porter efficientHIILFLHQWFRQVWUXFWLRQ construction  Ave., Chesterton. Structural6WUXFWXUDO,QVXODWHG3DQHOV 6,3V  Insulated Panels (SIPs) Mondays — Codependents Anonymous (CoDA),  Kevin.HYLQ)OHPLQJWRQ2ZQHU Flemington, Owner 6 p.m., Franciscan Alliance-St. Anthony Health.  SKRQHID[219.878.7117 phone Info: (219) 879-3817.  NHYLQ#IOHPLQJWRQFRQVWUXFWLRQFRP866.590.2259 fax Wednesdays — Al-Anon meetings, 6-7 p.m., ZZZIOHPLQJWRQFRQVWUXFWLRQFRP Franciscan Alliance-St. Anthony Health. Info: (708) kevin@flemingtonconstruction.com 927-5287. www.flemingtonconstruction.com Saturdays through Sept. 10 — Pinhook Bog Open House, noon-3 p.m., 700 N. Wozniak Road, Michigan City. Info: (219) 395-1882. Farther Afi eld: Sept. 9-18 — “Unnecessary Farce,” Elkhart Civic The Potted Plant Theatre @ Bristol (Ind.) Opera House, 210 E. Vistu- Greenhouse & Nursery la St. Times (Eastern): 7:30 p.m. Sept. 9-10, 16-17, Unusual Annuals, Hanging Baskets, Flats, Accents, 3 p.m. Sept. 11 & 18. Tickets: $19/adults, $17/stu- and Arrangements. Custom Planters. Geraniums dents & seniors 62+. Reservations: (574) 848-4116, www.elkhartcivictheatre.org Perennials, Shrubs, & Small Trees Sept. 10 — Riversong Music Society’s New Talent Large assortment of Sedums and Hosta. Showcase, 7:30 p.m. EDT, The Box Factory for the Large Hosta. Arts, 1101 Broad St., St. Joseph, Mich. Tickets: $10/ Mulches, Stone & Soil Sold in Bulk. general admission, $8/students and seniors, free/ 9813 W. 300 N. children 12 and younger. Info/reservations: (269) Michigan City 983-3688, [email protected], www.box- (Behind Harbor GMC) factoryforthearts.org 9:00 am-5:00 pm Sept. 10 — Southwest Michigan Symphony Or- Tuesday-Saturday chestra, “Magic at the Symphony!,” 7:30 p.m. EDT, through October Lake Michigan College, Benton Harbor, Mich. Tick- ets: $20-$37, students/$5. Info: smso.org 219-241-0335 THE Page 40 September 8, 2016

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DOWN TO EARTH INC. • Long-term stay. www.dtesprinklers.com • This is a ranch-type home (not an institution) with caring staff mem- [email protected] bers giving their full attention to those who can no longer live alone. Landscape Irrigation Systems • Full Service Irrigation Company Backflow/PVB Inspection/Certification-Water Saving Upgrades- Owner — Donna Siegmund Repairs-Mid Season/Monthly Checks-New Installations-Free Grand Beach & Michiana Shores Area Estimates. We Serve All Brands. 19688 Ash Court 36 Years of Helping Beautify Your Lawn and Garden. New Buffalo, Mich. Now Scheduling Winterizations. (269) 469-3626 STANDRING ROOFING & CONSTRUCTION. Complete roof tear offs, Licensed by the state of Michigan vinyl siding, soffits, fascia & gutters, vinyl replacement windows. License No. AS110263627 Fully insured. 630-726-6466. Ask for Terry. 38 yrs. experience. 8-10-12-15 & 20 yard dumpster rentals KAYFABE CLEANING (219) 841-1340 Lakeshore Rolloff and Demolition • 269-426-3868 WINDOW CLEANING GUTTER CLEANING HOME HEALTH – CAREGIVERS - NANNIES DRYER VENT CLEANING Free Estimates, Insured COMFORT KEEPERS *********EASTCO BUILDERS/REMODLERS********* Providing Comforting Solutions For In-Home Care New/remodel, additions, garages, decks porches, kitchens, bath- Homemakers, attendants, companions rooms, framing, siding windows/doors, Egress, replacement, dry- From 2 to 24 hours a day (including live-ins) wall, finishing concrete/masonry, ceramic tile, install/replace/repair, Personal emergency response systems service maintenance/winterization. 25-years experience. Licensed/ All of our compassionate caregivers are screened, insured. (219) 229-4962. Like us on facebook. bonded, insured, and supervised. BILL SMART NEEDS WORK – Carpenter • Electrician • Plumber • Call us at 877/711-9800 Painting and Tile. Call (269) 469-4407. Or visit www.comfortkeepers.com DUNES ROOFING & MAINTENANCE. VISITING ANGELS All types of roofing: rubber • shingles • metal & repairs. AMERICA’S CHOICE IN HOMECARE Gutter cleaning. Over 27 yrs. exp. Locally owned business. Guaranteed Select your Caregiver from our Experienced Staff! work. Licensed. Insured. Great ref. Reasonably priced. 219-229-9387 2-24 hour Care, Meal Preparation, Errands. Light Housekeeping, Respite Care for Families PAINTING-DRYWALL-WALLPAPER All Caregivers screened, bonded, insured JEFFERY J. HUMAN INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING & STAINING Call us at 800-239-0714 • 269-612-0314 Custom Decorating - Custom Woodwork - Or visit www.visitingangels.com Hang/Finish Drywall - Wallpaper Removal IN Personal Service Agency License #09-011822-1 Insured. Ph. 219/861-1990. [email protected] THE September 8, 2016 Page 41

DUNIVAN PAINTING & POWERWASHING Join our team! Miller Pizza By the Beach is taking applications at 1012 N. Interior/Exterior • Deck washing/staining • Drywall Patch & Repair Karwick Road, MC. Full and part time. Apply within. Local. Exp. Insured. Reasonable Rates. Call Brian at 219-741-0481. Help needed with housework in Rolling Prairie. Approx. 12 hours per A & L PAINTING COMPANY -- INTERIOR & EXTERIOR week. Send resume/information attn: Housework ad 20-YEARS EXPERIENCE. Also Power Wash, Seal & Paint Decks. to The Beacher, 911 Franklin St., Michigan City, IN 46360. Seniors (65+) 10% off labor. References. Reasonable. Long Beach Country Club is now hiring: AM/PM Banquet and Dining Phone 219/778-4145 • 219/363-9003 Room Server (must be 21, experience preferred). Must be a team player WAYNE’S PAINTING. All labor per square foot 35 cents, for two coats 50 and dependable. Shifts vary depending on clubhouse needs. Pay rang- cents. Interior/Exterior painting and staining. Power washing decks, siding ing from $9 - $22/hour (availability dependent). Apply in person, Tues-Sat, and more. Call 219-363-7877. noon-3pm . Or download and mail application: www.longbeachcc.org , 2309 Larchmont Ave., Long Beach, IN 46360 ALL BRIGHT PAINTING. Interior/Exterior. Fully insured. Free estimates. Proudly serving the area for over 20 yrs. 219-861-7339. REAL ESTATE JOSEPH PAINTING. Interior/Exterior. Power Washing. Drywall Repairs. COMMERCIAL – RENTALS/LEASE/SELL Wallpaper Removal. Insured/Bonded. Free estimate. 219-879-1121/219-448-0733. Equilibrium Vacation Rentals LLC We provide full service property management. Al’s Painting interior-exterior. Quality work. Insured. Owner oper- (219) 898-1060 • [email protected] ated. Call (219) 243-4981 [email protected] BEACHWALK RESORT HOMEOWNERS  LANDSCAPE-Lawns-Clean Up, Etc.  Professional short-term vacation rental management company is now HEALY’S LANDSCAPING & STONE accepting new homes into our rental program. 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ISAAC’S LAWN & LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE Weekly lawn maintenance, spring/fall cleanups, power washing, weeding, Long Beach home for rent this season. Four bedroom, 11 beds, 2 mowing, trimming, mulching, edging, leaf cleanup and more! Insured. Call baths, recent renovation and gut remodel, available July 23-Sept. 30. (219) 878-1985 for estimates. Near Stop 26 beach in central Long Beach. Contact Rick at Century 21 Middleton Co. at (773) 908-1969 or [email protected] LLOYD TREE SERVICE & BRUSH REMOVAL Trimming • Cutting • Removal • Stump removal. Reasonably Priced. SHERIDAN BEACH: Year-round, 1 BR, quiet building, 219-229-5867 laundry, off-street parking, no smoking, no pets, $625/month, references required, utilities included. WANT TO SELL Call (219) 879-2195. ART SUPPLY GIFT SETS FOR BUDDING ARTISTS – FIRME’S STOP 39, JUST STEPS AWAY FROM THE BEACH (2 Stores) 11th & Franklin Streets, Michigan City - 219/874-3455 3 BR/2BA furnished house, WiFi, phone, water, W/D, A/C, heat, garage used Hwy 12, Beverly Shores - Just West of Traffic Light - 219/874-4003. for storage. $795/month. Mid-August to mid-June. Call (786) 223-6000. GARAGE SALES, ESTATE SALES, ETC. Seasonal Rental Fall-Winter-Spring — Furnished Stop 30, Lake Shore Drive - Great Lake Views The Fall Girlfriend Sale, your ultimate woman’s resale clothing event, Available Sept.15-May 31. 3 BR/2 1/2 Baths, Kitchen. WiFi. Rent: $1,250 is scheduling appointments now through Oct. 7 to consign up to 30 plus NIPSCO-Gas/Electric. Also available for summer-seasonal rates. items for resale. To participate email [email protected] or call (317) 748-0849. Susan Vissing at (219) 861-6188 and leave a message with a few alter- WATERFRONT APTS for rent in MC. 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Pontifi cal Swiss Guard pres- Pepper Salad and Dulce de Leche. ents The Vatican Cookbook (over- Other recipes were provided by size hardback, $34.99; available on- members of the Swiss Guard: Monk- line and also as an eBook) fi sh and Monk’s Bread Greens, Braised Food. We need it to exist. But over Pork Roast, Polenta Towers & Chicken the millennium, our ancestors dis- and others. covered food is much more than just And there is more! Delicious desserts sustenance. Food is for the body and like Chocolate Amaretto Cake, Pista- soul. chio Terrine and Tiramisu. Christmas This is possibly The. Most. Beauti- recipes include Grittebänze and Choco- ful. Book. I’ve. Ever. Seen. It is artis- late Gingerbread. tically assembled, with gorgeous pho- To make this wonderful book even tographs, history, information and so more wonderful, there are other fas- many recipes with simple-to-follow cinating bits of information and won- directions. derment. The chapter “Special Places” It’s a joy to fi nd a book like this to takes us to the Sistine Chapel, Castel curl up with in a favorite chair and Gandolfo and St. Peter’s Basilica, all get lost in the beauty of it. The Vati- with a few special recipes at each loca- can Cookbook is the whole package. But stay with tion. There also is a nod to holidays at the Vatican, me, because there is so much more to talk about Easter and Christmas being at the top of the list. than just recipes… Again, the amazing photography takes your breath It was the Pontifi cal Swiss Guard — 110 men away. responsible for the safety and security of the Pope How did this Swiss publication make its way to and Vatican — whose vision brought this book to America? It’s an interesting story… fruition. There is a brief history of the Guard ex- Michael Dunigan, born in Illinois plaining how May 6 is its special day, featuring the and whose family has summered in swearing in of new members and celebrating a rich our beach community since the 1930s, history that goes back some 500 years to the Sacco is at the heart of this venture. He now di Roma (Sack of Rome) in 1527. Other chapters spends his time between Switzerland feature short bios of Guard personnel and life in the and Long Beach. His wife, Katharina, Guard, both at work and play, as well as a piece on worked for a Swiss publisher respon- the unique Guard uniform. sible for this cookbook, originally ti- Photos throughout the book show the Guard at tled Buon Appetite by the Pontifi cal work in scenes such as marching across the plaza at Swiss Guard. She took Michael to the eventide, two Guards receiving a blessing from Pope launch party. Soon after, conversation turned to Benedict and my favorite, a single guard standing how they could get the book published globally. Us- by the open doors to the Sistine Chapel with the ing his business acumen, Dunigan enlisted the help famous ceiling fl oating above his head. of media people and business associates to secure As the old saying goes, “A picture is worth a thou- the international publishing rights. A few changes sand words.” I could write pages about these pho- were made from the original, such as the necessary tographs and still not convey the breathstopping translations, and the addition of a dedication by experience of seeing them in this 9-1/2 inch x 12 Boston’s Cardinal O’Malley. inch format. Full page photos of art, architecture A forward by Col. Christoph Graf, commander and sculpture fi t in nicely as the book shows it is of the Pontifi cal Swiss Guard, explains the book’s far more than just a cookbook, although the recipes origin as a means of highlighting its effort to stop and their accompanying photos are mouthwatering! world-wide hunger. He quotes what Pope Francis The book features favorite dishes of the three has said, that “food is a basic human right.” most recent popes: Pope John Paul II (1978-2005), The Guard supports the “One Human Family, Pope Benedict XVI (2005-2013) and current Pope Food for All” program to end world hunger. A two- Francis (2013-). Each is featured with a photo and page explanation of it, and how to learn more, is at short bio of his life and tidbits of information. Some the back of the book. Hats off to the Pontifi cal Swiss favorite recipes of each pope follows: no surprise, Guard for supporting this program and bringing us the Polish Pope John Paul II has recipes from his this special book to share and cherish. native land such as Polish Fleischvogel and Pierogi. As a side note, this book was one of only three The German Pope Benedict recipes include Suck- to accompany the “Vatican Splendors” exhibit now ling Pig and Dumplings and Regensburg Sausage through Sept. 11 at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Salad. Pope Francis has favorites from both Argen- Library in Simi Valley, Calif. tina and Italy, such as Argentine Empanadas on Till next time, happy reading and buon appetite! THE September 8, 2016 Page 43

 

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