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Volume 20, Number 49 Thursday, December 16, 2004 Gladsome Sounds of Madrigal Reverberate in Chesterton

by Paula McHugh

Forty lords and ladies in Christmas finery compose a portion of the 100-member cast of Chesterton High School’s madrigal dinner.

Some of the most delectable sights, sounds, and scents of the season materialize yearly in the “Greate Hall” at Chesterton High School’s Madrigal Dinner.. The cast of more than 100 music students can change from year to year. The banquet fare can change, too. What has not changed in more than three decades is the can- dlelit, opulent brocade and velvet polyphonic pageant that heralds the beginning of the holidays for Chestertonians and others who look forward to the colorful event. The CHS Madrigal Dinner is one of the hottest tickets in town during the Christmas season. “It’s nice that traditions like this continue,” CHS madrigal director Linda Pauli said. Linda allowed The Beacher free reign to capture impressions of the pageant during the madrigal’s final dress rehearsal. Members of the high school’s show choirs, the Sandpipers and Drifters, bedecked in Madrigal director Linda Pauli adjusts Stephen Pappas’ hat. Elizabethan finery, glided around the yet-to-be-trans- Stephen portrayed the Lord of the House. formed cafeteria as honored Lords and Ladies of the Greg Howard and Garry Seljan stood off in a corner grand feast. Serfs and hand bell choir servers dressed of the cavernous cafeteria, watching. The job of in humbler attire straddled the sidelines, waiting installing two dozen floor-to-ceiling columns, maroon for rehearsal to begin. Herald trumpeters Brian festoons and drapery, and a stained-glass paneled Chubb and Jacob Hughes waited for their cue mark- entrance tunnel to the Greate Hall would be accom- ing rehearsal’s beginning. Choir “dadz” Bruce Glasser, Madrigal Continued on Page 2 THE Page 2 December 16, 2004

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Jokers and jesters await their turn to perform. Front row: Lori Uskert Herald trumpeters Brian Chubb and Jacob Hughes waited for their cue and Sarah Eveland. Back row from left: Brian Katzmarek, marking rehearsal’s beginning. Alyssa Villaruel, and Jessica Hernandez.

Madrigal Continued from Page 1 plished the following day, several hours before the first ers of the Yule log, the wassail, figgy pudding, and the public performance. For rehearsal, the bare-bones set boar’s head, kept a close eye on their props. The was comprised only of tiered plank tables with boar’s head, by the way, is the real deal, according to tankards, and candelabras running the length of the Linda Pauli. “Hall.” String musicians, including a harpsichord “We had seven (boar’s heads) volunteered when we player, added to the richness of the musical pageant. put out a request for one,” Linda said, adding that she Recorder players Colin Hammer, Rebekah Vallangeon, was surprised with the response. They are taxider- Katie Downey, and Taylor Ricks stood by, awaiting their mied, of course, and their prized prop is affectionately turn. Christi Kennedy and Elizabeth Beckley, bear- dubbed “Boris Boar,” she said.

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Madrigal Continued from Page 3 Attention to details, like the tunnel entrance to the manor house (cafeteria), gives the honored guests (audience) a feeling of time traveling back to late 16th century England. Choir dad Bruce Glasser escorted us over to the school’s theatre stage to see For the first time last year, the props and set decorations. Each of the pieces members of the show choir had been lined up in an orderly way, ready for strong designed a 12-foot “stained glass” window for the tunnel shoulders to carry them to the cafeteria for set up the entrance. The backlit window following day. Except for the center of the cafeteria- added a perfect ambience for turned-Greate Hall, the remainder of the cavernous the madrigal guests and gave the performers an additional cafeteria space would be blacked out. The bustle artful project to leave behind from the kitchen on the north side of the huge room as a legacy for future shows. would be muffled by the reinforced columns and Last year’s window featured an angel appearing above a heavy drapery. The south side of the room, where tow- tiny manger. ers of windows normally fill the room with natural light, would likewise be disguised from view. Tables for over 200 reveling guests would be arranged so that all could view the grand entrance of the pageant’s participants. Bruce, whose own children graduated from CHS two years ago, said that the crew of volunteer parents, including Greg Howard and Garry Seljan, start preparing for the madrigal performance after Halloween. They work between two to three nights per week up to performance time, and then they begin helping anew with the next show choir project. Unlike the smaller “space” that was the former high school, the state-of-the- art, 4-year old new building is massive. This year’s show artists chose a medieval jousting theme for their stained glass window.

Bruce Glasser (right) said that the crew of volunteer “choir dadz”, including Greg Howard and Garry Seljan, start preparing for the madrigal performers an additional artful project to leave behind formance after Halloween by working two to three nights per week. as a legacy for future shows. Last year’s window fea- “It’s a whole new challenge at the new high school,” tured an angel appearing above a tiny manger. This Bruce said. “It took a lot of people’s “imagineering” (to year’s show artists chose a medieval jousting theme. set up a new Great Hall).” Bruce and the other set con- Back in the cafeteria, Linda Pauli appeared calm struction crew volunteers recycle and rebuild old and in control among the bustle of costumed per- props as much as they can. The 12-foot columns that formers. Introducing us to Stephen Pappas per- flank the performance space started out as props for forming as Lord of the Manor House, Linda took the the Trojan Guard’s field shows, according to Bruce. opportunity to tweak the placement of Stephen’s gold And the men had to add yards more drapery fabric and orange brocade hat. Stephen would be giving for festoons. The trick was getting the burgundy the opening and closing speeches, as well as direct- color to match as closely as possible. The tunnel ing the choirs—the most demanding, he said, would entrance consists of 15 sets of frames draped with addi- be making sure the choirs stationed at different parts tional fabric. of the Hall sang in unison to the challenging “Jubilate For the first time last year, members of the show Domino.” choir designed a 12-foot “stained glass” window for the “The students practice separately in their music class- tunnel entrance. The backlit window added a perfect es, and then come together (to perform in unison) for ambience for the madrigal guests and gave the per- the madrigal,” Linda explained. THE December 16, 2004 Page 5

Additional key roles in this year’s madrigal dinner were performed by Emma Helminski as Lady of the House, Andrew Banks as Steward, Austin Heredia as the Monk, and Heather Wade as Saint Lucia. Former CHS music instructor Al Castronovo, along with Bob Stone, are credited with writing the script and introducing the first madrigal dinner to the community in 1972. The origins of madrigal dinner/performances began at least in the early 1960’s, and possibly by Indiana University’s School of Music performances in the ready-made Tudor environment of the Indiana Memorial Union. Closer to home, Valparaiso University has discontinued offering a madrigal dinner after numerous seasons. Linda Pauli said that the only other area madrigal dinner that she was As Lord of the House, Stephen Pappas Emma Helminski portrayed the aware of is presented at Wheeler High would be giving the opening and closing Lady of the House. School. speeches, as well as directing the choirs. Kathy Barbian, a parent who has dedicated the last As Chief Steward, Andrew Banks twenty years to assisting with costumes, makeup, and introduces the guests and recites the rules of good manners. cues remembers some of the performances of years past. “One year early on when we did the performance Monk Austin Heredia and the lords and ladies at Liberty School, Chesterton was com- sing a welcome to their guests. pletely snowbound. But Al Castronovo made sure that the show still went on. He got things over there by snow- mobile,” Kathy said. The very first madrigal performance, she said, was held at the Supervisor’s Club at the big lodge at (former) Camp Goodfellow. Another memorable madrigal for Kathy was the 1992 event at the former high school (on Morgan Avenue), a 20th anniversary performance for former graduates. The 32nd Annual Madrigal Dinner was performed the first weekend of December. Guests were served roast- ed fowl (chicken breasts) and wassail, along with other banquet fare. For those lucky enough to attend one of the four performances, the ambience of a Merrye Olde English Christmas sets a joyful tone to herald the holiday season.

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A month after her official baptism as the latest replica tall ship on the Great Lakes, the Friends Good Will helped bring her sponsoring institution a new honor. Barbara Kreuzer, executive director of the Michigan Maritime Museum in South Haven, announced that the museum had received a 2004 Quest for Excellence Award from the Michigan Museums Association. The MMA presented the award in late October in recognition of the “exceptional graphic design materials” used in the $2 million capital campaign for the historic tall ship. The 52-year-old, nonprofit MMA at the same time presented awards to six other Michigan institutions. Presentation cer- emonies took place at the MMA's Joint Annual Conference in Grand Rapids. The Quest for Excellence Award in Graphic Design encourages excellence With winter approaching, the Friends Good Will sets forth from her home port of in publications produced for public dis- South Haven on a trial run. The ship will operate starting in 2005 with a crew of four.

semination. The Friends Good Will materials appeared under the inspirational slogan, “Her Journey Begins with You.” In format, the publicity creation resembled a captain's log book from 1810, the year in which construction of the original Friends began in Detroit. Using the dramatic story of the original tall ship as a backdrop, the main campaign brochure recount- ed the history of the ill-starred sloop, explained the need and advantages of a historic replica, and appealed to readers to contribute to the capital campaign. Among the goals of the Michigan Maritime Museum tall ship project, noted Director Kreuzer, the museum first wanted a “floating classroom that would provide a venue for low-cost learning opportunities for underserved young people in West Michigan. Another goal was to give the general public opportunities for lifelong learning, development of traditional mar- It looks like the logbook of an 1800's ship's captain, but it's actually the itime skills, and exploration of Michigan's rich cultural information brochure on the tall ship Friends Good Will and the capital heritage,” added Ms. Kreuzer. campaign that financed construction of the historic replica. 5. With winter The work of equipping the Friends Good Will for approaching, the Friends Good Will sets forth from her home port of South Haven on a trial run. The ship will operate starting in 2005 these and other missions is currently under way in with a crew of four. South Haven. The 56-foot sloop will be licensed to carry

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28 passengers and a crew of four. It will have all the Compiled from archival photographs in the muse- safety features needed for operation on the Great um's Roy S. McCrimmon Collection, the book “provides Lakes and for carrying paying passengers. a glimpse of an era in South Haven's history when ships With presentation of the Quest for Excellence carrying coal, stone, pig iron, paper pulp, and clay plied Award, said MMA Director Teresa Goforth, “The pat- the Michigan port instead of the recreational boats tern of exceptional nominations established over the prevalent today,” according to Ms. Kreuzer. past few years continued in 2004. Every nomina- The late Mr. McCrimmon documented the history tion--every award--was worthy of recognition.” The MMA of South Haven in his remarkable photographs. His is a community of individuals and institutions orga- daughter, Mary Van Bree, donated more than 2,000 nized to further the work of Michigan's museums. The of the images to the museum in 1996. association's headquarters is in Lansing, Michigan. “These rare photos span the maritime subject areas of commercial shipping, passenger ships, the South Haven in Pictures United States Life Saving Service and the U.S. Coast The Michigan Maritime Museum also announced Guard, commercial fishing activity, and the South Pier that a book of photographs of South Haven's harbor Light,” Ms. Kreuzer said. “The book has been published area has been published under the title, Maritime South by the Arcadia Publishing Company as part of the firm's Haven, 1900-1950. 'Images of America' series.” The museum sponsored a release program for the new picture book on Saturday, December 4 in the Padnos Boat Shed on the museum campus. The book is currently on sale in the Michigan Maritime Museum gift shop and via its Website (www.MichiganMaritime A Michigan History page Museum.org) as well as in major bookstores. on the World- Two other regional history books were released at Wide Web the museum on December 4 and are also on sale in shows the Friends Good the museum gift shop: Ni-ko-nong and Bangor--Our Will under full History and Photographs. sail.

A volunteer works on below- decks facilities on the Friends Good Will as part of the Michigan Maritime Museum effort to have the ship ready for operation by spring, 2005.

Released December 4, the book Maritime South Haven, 1900-1950 is on sale in the Michigan Maritime Museum gift shop in South Haven and other regional book outlets. (Images: Michigan Maritime Museum)

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LAKE BREEZE COTTAGES – New renovations BEYOND THE GATE, down a private tree lined FABULOUS NEW CONSTRUCTION on the lakeside include screened deck, landscaping, new appliances, drive, sits the perfect country lodge with 3 bed- of Red Arrow. Only blocks to Union Pier beaches. Log & upgrade of heat & air systems, vaulted ceilings, new rooms around a cozy great room with fire- cedar on outside, inside 4BR/3BA w/extra bonus room interiors and exterior paint, stackable washer & place. Pool and outbuildings are nestled amongst for family living or bedroom. Wood floors, beadboard dryer. Associating fencing & parking renovated too! prairie, field and woods. A convenient Three Oaks cabinetry, quality appliances, large screened porch & out- $ Assoc fee TBD. location reduced to $204K side shower. House to be finished late fall. 599,900 $269K Call Pat Higgins Glenday/Donna Iwamoto Call Bonnie “B” Meyer 269-469-8735 Call Janet Lindsay 269-469-8736 269-469-8300 THE Page 16 December 16, 2004 3rd Saturday in Three Oaks LAKESHORE REALTY Sat., Dec. 18 will be the 3rd Saturday Open Studio- (219) 762-9194 Gallery Walk in Three Oaks, Michigan. Stores and art galleries will extend their hours from 5-11 p.m. and carolers will stroll the streets and all voices are welcome to join in. Three Oaks is home to two theatres: The Vickers Movie Theatre features independent and foreign films, while The Acorn Theater offers stage theater, performance art and live music. Spacious Contemporary Home Some of the galleries you might want to visit Private Beach Access - Wooded Lot include: Blue Gallery, a contemporary art gallery located in To learn more about this listing and other wonderful a turn of the century building featuring renowned artists properties in Indiana’s Dune Country, please visit in paintings, sculpture, pottery, jewelry and wood us online at: furniture. Gallery 107, located at The Acorn Theater, dunelife.com represents various Midwestern artists. Dawning Gallery features a variety of regional artists’ work, including paintings, prints, wood-fired ceramics, textiles and hand-made gifts. Rubbish Designs is dedicated to the art of recycling, reusing, and reinventing and their creations include clothing, accessories and more. The Vickers Art Space exhibits Midwestern artists working in various media. The Featherbone Factory Gallery is home to several artists’ studios which is open to visitors. The non-traditional gallery space at Pobocik Funeral Home gives local artists an opportunity to share their work in an environment that provides comfort and healing. B Books is host to collectable books and very unique creations. For more information, log onto www.ThreeOaks.org

Amarillo Star Christmas Dance/Dinner NEIL KIENITZ Amarillo Star Country Western Carry In/Dance is scheduled for Sat., Dec. 18, at the Michigan City PRESENTS Skwiat American Legion Post. Dinner begins at 6:30 “MICHIGAN CITY LIGHT” p.m. and the dance begins at 7 p.m. AS members are to arrive at 6:10 p.m. for a Chapter meeting for elec- This watercolor painting by Neil Kienitz is now available as tion of officers. Everyone is asked to bring a side an individually signed, limited edition giclee print. dish or dessert to share. This remarkable technology has made possible the most The club will be accepting donations of food box exact duplication of artwork ever. The pigment based items/can goods/hygiene items for The Salvation (rather than dye based) inks will resist fading for a Army. minimum of 70 years. The prints are done on acid free Admission to the dance is free to AS members and paper and are currently available in 3 sizes with additional $7 for non-members. For information: 874-3624. custom sizes available by special order.

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Dr. Mirza Raheem has been a respected member of the local medical community for more than 25 years. “I’ve been privileged to treat four generations in some families,” he notes. Beyond being a physician, Dr. Raheem takes a personal interest in the lives of his patients. “I laugh during their joys and cry during their heartbreaks,” he says. “Over the years, my patients have grown with me. Those who were in their 40s and 50s are now in their 70s and 80s. They are struggling with issues such as multiple medical problems, or the challenge of remaining independent at home. As their needs change over time, I provide one constant in their lives-being available to them,” he says. “Knowing they can depend upon you creates a special bond. Patients look toward you when they need help. Responding promptly and expeditiously is the key. The call can come at any time of the day, or in the middle of the night. The important thing is that you are responsive when they need you.” “There is nothing so gratifying as to hear a patient say, ‘thanks for being there for me.’” Over decades, Dr. Raheem continues to nurture personal connections with his patients. He provides care with consistency, clarity, and continuity. In return, his patients reward him with their trust, respect, and appreciation. In the eyes of Dr. Raheem’s patients, exceptional people are truly the best medicine. — Mirza Raheem, MD Physician Referral Line 800.931.3322 Board Certified in Internal Medicine THE Page 22 December 16, 2004 Michigan City Snowflake Parade The Perfect Holiday Gift MASSAGE A Thoughtful Gift A Gift of Well Being and Relaxation A Gift that Shows You Care Evening and Weekend Appointments Available Bio-Touch Massage Therapy, LLC at image house 916 WASHINGTON ST., MICHIGAN CITY, IN 219-879-9050 Gift Certificates Available for Massage and also Facial and Massage Packages

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Twin Princesses Alyssa & Shepherd John Pavolka herds his two Ashley Petroni and Princess little sheep Hannah & John of Ryan Huntley — Miss Teen Princess, Petty Officer Daniel Hoepf of the US Jyllyan Trumble. Immanuel Lutheran Church. Caitlynn Spector - Jr. Miss Princess. Coast Guard and the ever popular Skip.

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foodstuff by carolyn mcconnell Brine That Bird! I started brining turkeys several Thanksgivings ago, can get spices in small amounts, then renew them six after finding birds had become dryer and dryer each months later, saving money all the way! Like, juniper year. Brining brings the juices back to the turkey (actu- berries (in the recipe below) are very difficult to find ally, all meats can be brined - a brined pork roast is - exotic indeed, they don’t reside on any of our local another moist favorite hangin’ around my dining grocers shelves. I spent $1.16 at Nature’s Cupboard room). My turkeys are much admired as my family for the two tablespoons of them for my brining recipe. and I do the gobbling on Thanksgiving and Christmas. Now, a small jar in any grocer’s department would’ve Following is a new brine recipe, a little more exot- cost a spice fortune. For example, at a local grocery, ic than my previous one. It calls for spices like juniper I found these prices on familiar narrow jars: nut- berries. I’d just checked out my spice collection and meg $6.99, cardamom $11.99, saffron $16.99, ground found I was pretty low in most categories. I wanted cloves $9.99. Hey, are we supposed to use a spoonful, to ignore those pricey spicey shelves at our local gro- then buy a new jar six months later? No thanks. cers and headed, instead, to Nature’s Cupboard on Route Nature’s Cupboard has an enormous supply of 20, where one can buy any spice by a spoonful instead herbs (also loose teas instead of tea bags - another hard- of a sizeable jar that lasts much too long. to-find product). I suggest you hustle over there and We’re told that ground spices quickly lose their aroma stock up small supplies for your own spice rack, as well and flavor, so it’s wise to buy them in small quanti- as the stuff in the brined turkey recipe below. Once ties, then store in airtight containers in a cool, dark that bird’s on the table, you’ll agree it’s fantastic. place for no more than six months. And that’s the rea- Nature’s Cupboard, 1806 US Hwy 20, Michigan City, son I’m directing you to Nature’s Cupboard where you phone 219-874-2335

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foodstuff by carolyn mcconnell And…Another Five-Star Get-together

Ah, time for the Five-Star supper club again, and the perfect rice seasoned with mushrooms. Pat this time, at my house. As hostess, I’m responsible for Latchford was salad-designer that evening and also the entree, the wine and a pot of coffee. Mary Samelson, served us complete perfection, not only perfect lettuces, the littlest cook, was to bring the appetizer but that but the bowl itself - a Limoges beauty. And to final- little cook hauled in three of them. I was fascinated ize still another super supper evening, Shirlee by two and those recipes are below. Gloria Godfrey had Anderson had put together a Lemon Lush Dessert. been appointed ‘side dish provider,’ and she carried Lush, indeed. The salad and dessert recipes follow, too. But where’s the entree, you ask? Well, I wrecked SAMELSON’S BRIE EN CROUTE it - it was undercooked and ugly. If you really want 1/2 pkg frozen puff pastry (1 sheet) to try my Asian Style Orange Chicken, use my e-mail 1/2 c apricot preserves [email protected], and I’ll send you the recipe 1/3 c dried cranberries* so you can correct it. (After Gloria finished her hen 1/4 c toasted slivered almonds off in the microwave, she said it was simply marvelous. 1 - 14 oz round Brie (trim off top) I think I screwed up because it’s actually a recipe for 1 egg plus 1 T water, mix as egg wash chicken breasts, not the cornish, and I’d miscalculated Thaw pastry at room temp for 30 minutes. Unfold cooking time.) on floured surface and roll into 14" square. Cut Following are extra-special recipes that you’ll enjoy off corners to make a circle. Put Brie in center with all by themselves. Yes, we had a great time, in spite trimmed side up. Spread apricot preserves on of the missing entree - blush blush. top of cheese. Put softened cranberries and CLASSIC APPLE OR PEAR BLUE CHEESE almonds over the preserves. Bring pastry up to SALAD from Pat Latchford the top of cheese, pleating as you go. Tie kitchen Combine following six ingredients in a large twine around the top to hold together. Brush bowl, stirring with a whisk. with egg wash. Bake 20 minutes or until golden. 2 T fresh lemon juice Let stand about 20 minutes. Serve with crackers 2 tsp sugar or crostini. (May be frozen after baking - then place 1-1/2 tsp extra virgin olive oil in 400 degree oven and bake for 30 minutes.) 2 tsp Dijon mustard *Soften cranberries by soaking in 1/2 cup hot 1/4 tsp salt water for a minute or so. Drain and dry. 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper Add and toss gently to coat: 6 cups torn Bibb lettuce (about 2 heads) SAMELSON’S EMPANADAS 1 cup chopped Granny Smith apple or fresh pear 1 sheet of puff pastry, again thawed 30 minutes (Pat used pears. Yum) 2 T finely chopped onion 2 T crumbled blue cheese 2 T oleo or butter, room temp 2 T chopped green onions 1/2 lb finely shopped mushrooms 1 T chopped toasted walnuts 1 tsp salt Yield: 6 servings 1 garlic clove, finely chopped 1/8 tsp black pepper LEMON LUSH DESERT 2 T Parmesan cheese (made the night before serving) 1 T cornstarch, mixed with Bottom layer, using 8 x 12 pan: 1/2 cup milk 1/2 cup pecan meats Saute onion and garlic til soft. Add mushrooms 1 cup flour and cook two more minutes. Season with salt, pep- 1 stick oleo per and Parmesan. Mix well. Add the mixture of Mix and bake at 375 degrees 15 cornstarch and milk, cook over low heat about three minutes. Cool. minutes after it thickens. Cool before forming 8 oz cream cheese triangles or crescents. 1 cup powdered sugar Roll puff pastry to 14" square. Use cookie cutter Blend together and then stir in 1 cup Cool Whip. and put a tsp of the filling in center. Fold in half, Spread over bottom layer. crimp edges to seal with a fork or make triangles Top layer: Beat 5 minutes: (on two inch strip of the puff pastry, add tsp of fill- 2 boxes Instant Lemon Jello ing at one end. Fold narrow edge twice into tri- 3 cups milk angles and cut dough. Seal with egg wash - egg Spread over middle layer, then spread 9 oz Cool yolk with a little water added.) Whip over top. THE Page 30 December 16, 2004 Michigan City Snowflake Parade A Gift From

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This Computer Technology project is funded in part by a $15,000 grant from the Cyberliteracy Michigan Humanities Council, an affiliate of the Descriptive Astronomy: Stars & Galaxies National Endowment for the Humanities. Introduction to Business Leo Goodsell, executive director of the Berrien Literature of Black America County Historical Association said, “We were so for- tunate to have such an overwhelming show of support The Biology Behind Modern Medicine for this project by scholars from around Michigan and members of our community. One of the goals of this Enroll today! project was to increase our knowledge and understanding Call 800-872-1231, ext. 5505 of one of the various ethnic groups that make up Berrien County’s rich heritage.” www.pnc.edu Research results, and oral or videotapes are deposit- 1401 S. US 421, Westville, IN 46391 ed in the archives of the Berrien County Historical an equal access/equal opportunity university Association in Berrien Springs. The information from the oral histories, as well as information obtained from other historical documents and photos, served as the PNC – It works for me. core of a brief publication, Fede, Famiglia, e Amici: The Italian Experience in Berrien County 1900-2004. For more information, phone 269/471-1202. The Place To Be Miniature Church on Display in LaPorte For The Holidays The Giese Miniature Church is on display at the LaPorte County Historical Society Museum for the Christmas season. Built of wood in the style of a typical New England church, the Giese Church features a mechanized choir that includes tiny candles and music. First displayed in 1947, the little church has delighted several generations of area residents. Illuminated with tiny chandeliers and multi-colored lights, visitors can peer in through the perfectly scaled windows and the oak double doors. The tiny minister raises his arms and gestures to the congre- gation dressed in the costumes of many lands. This wonderful display, which has become a sea- TRY OUR WINTER SPECIALS – sonal tradition for many families, started with a Thai Style Chilean Sea Bass only $ on Wednesdays local man’s dream to help others enjoy Christmas. Suffering through a Christmas serving in the Armed Any Selection from our Wine List (under $) is Forces during World War II, Otto Giese began plan- Half Price on Thursdays ning his perfect little church that would delight Gift Certificates Available young and old alike. Museum hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m.- Now Accepting New Year’s Eve Reservations 4:30 p.m. Admission is free; donations are welcome. Red Arrow Highway • Lakeside • Michigan The facility is accessible to those with physical dis- • www jennysrestaurant com abilities. The Museum is located in the County Open Year Round Wednesday Sunday pm EST Complex in downtown LaPorte. For more information, phone 219/326-6808, ext. 276. THE December 16, 2004 Page 33 2,000 Years of Architecture in 20 Minutes The Writers’ Studio of the Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad St., St. Joseph, MI, will sponsor a Unique Gifts and Great Toys for book signing by architectural cartoonist Steve Schaecher Greeting Cards All Ages on Sat., Dec. 18, from 2-4 p.m. (MI time). Prior to the book signing Steve will present a power point program titled “2,000 Years of Architecture in 20 Minutes.” The event is free and open to the public. Luxurious One of a Schaecher’s book, Phone Booths by Famous Architects was published by Pomegranate Communications, Kind Scarves Inc. in September of 2004. The price of the 64-page book which contains 29 color illustrations is $17.95. It is the third volume in the By Famous Architects series. It follows in the footsteps of Outhouses by Famous For that Special Someone… Architects and Mobile Homes by Famous Architects. Phone Booths is a hilarious survey of 4,000 years Deep Steep Spa Products of hypothetical phone booth design, featuring creations from the Egyptians all the way to Michael Graves. Schaecher’s colorful cartoon-style render- ings are accompanied by essays that continue the sub- tle (or not-so) parody while also shedding light on the By the cup ◆ Buy the pound architectural style and historical importance of each architect. Steve Schaecher, a practicing architect, seeks out the lighthearted side of his profession. He believes that architecture is becoming a lost art, diminished by the fast pace of technological change and the lawsuit-con- the Harbor Mu e 269/586-2212 science construction industry. His Outhouses by 2.5 miles west of downtown New Buffalo on US Highway 12 Famous Architects has been a successful wall calendar for several years. The 2005 version will be available at the book signing. 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Come to the MC Public Library.... Sun., Dec. 19, 2 p.m. Great Books. The selection for December is The Lonely Passion of Judith Hearne by Brian Moore. The discussion is free and open to the public. Mon., Dec. 20, 7 p.m. Meditation Group. This group follows the guidelines of Jim Peterson. New members invited to attend. For information, phone 873-3049.

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Danielle Webb — Miss Pre-Teen Duneland & Madison Kessler — Little Miss Duneland, practice ‘the wave.’ Gift Certificates Nativity Display Planned Packaged for Giving A group of Michigan City residents have sponsored a nativity display at the entryway to B&E Marine, across the street from the Festival of Lights at Washington Park. The hope is that the nativity scene will grow with Phyllis Baker, RN, BSN, HNC, CMT • Patsi Gately, BA, CMT time and the goodwill donations of individuals. AMTA & NCTMB If you want to contribute, send your donation to: www.wellness-specialists.com Knights of Columbus, c/o Ed Merrion, 707 Washington St., Michigan City, IN 46360. 1026 N. Karwick Road, Michigan City (219) 879-5722 All donations will be used to purchase light display characters for the nativity scene. Brauer Museum Holiday Hours The Valparaiso University Brauer Museum of Art Celebrate New Year’s Eve has set holiday hours that will be in effect during the at semester break. The museum will be open from noon-5 p.m., Tuesdays through Sundays from Dec. 14-Jan. 2. Brauer Museum is closed on Mondays. Brauer Museum will also be closed Dec. 24, 25, and Jan. 1. Regular hours will resume Jan. 4. Brauer Museum’s current exhibitions of Roger Brown paintings, Seymour Rosofsky drawings and John Habela sculptures are on display through Dec. 26. For more information, phone 219/464-5114.

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FRIDAY, DECEMBER 17 7:30-9 p.m. SONGS OF THE SEASON. Join in on the festivities as the Save the Tunes Council celebrates the beginning of winter and the many festivals of light centered around our darkest night. Meet at Dorothy Buell Memorial Visitor Center. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 18 1-3 p.m. IN THE SPIRIT OF GIVING. Looking for ways to de-stress and simplify holiday gift-giving? Among her many other gifts, Mother Nature can provide us with inspiration to create and communicate from the heart. First, be guided through some nature jour- naling and drawing activities; then you can turn a few of your nature-inspired expressions into gifts for Custom loved ones. Possibilities for this afternoon journey are endless--create a simple bookmark, greeting card, Shutters artwork, or whatever your heart desires! Some materials will be provided, but bring your favorite art 125 N. Whittaker St. supplies or nature journal if you have them. Meet at Dorothy Buell Memorial Visitor Center. New Buffalo, MI 49117 3 p.m. FEEDING TIME AT CHELLBERG FARM. tel. 269-469-2818 Experience life on an 1890-1910 farm by helping OPEN DAILY 10-6 farmer Jim slop the hogs, and haul feed for the horses, chickens, cats, goats, sheep and cow that all call Chellberg Farm home. Meet at Chellberg Farm barn. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 19 3 p.m. FEEDING TIME ON CHELLBERG FARM. THIN & HEALTHY For more information, phone 219/926-7561, ext. 225. FOR THE HOLIDAYS Shoreland Hills Luminary Night The Shoreland Hills Association has announced that the neighborhood’s annual Luminary Night will be Sat., THERE’S NO TIME Dec. 18, at dusk. The community is invited to drive through the area and enjoy the beautiful lights. LIKE THE PRESENT For residents who haven’t yet purchased them, candles and bags are available from Margie at 872- 1847, or Maryanne at 874-7457.

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Some years back Natalie and I began a tradition of driving to Elkhart on the day after Thanksgiving to see the Elkhart Juried Regional art show at the Midwest Museum of American Art at 429 Mikita decided to guard the house. S. Main Street. We were not disappointed the first year we headed east on U.S. 12 and then south across the state line into Elkhart, nor have we been sorry ever since. Not only have we been buoyed by the sheer vibran- cy of our regional artists, but we have come to con- Natalie checks out the 26th Elkhart Juried Regional at the Midwest Museum of American Art. sider Elkhart something of a destination place. Yes, Elkhart, Indiana! The museum itself is worth the trip because it is The city, of course, is transversed by the Saint housed in a renovated neo-classical style bank build- Joseph River, and it is home to some grand homes from ing in the heart of the old central business district. yesteryear, including the Ruthmere House Museum. They include in their permanent collection assorted The latter, which overlooks the Saint Joseph River, Norman Rockwell lithographs, a dunescape by Frank was built in 1908 by Albert R. Beardsley of Miles Dudley, and Grant Wood’s “Sheaves of Corn.” Laboratories fame and named for his only child, Natalie and I always save time for the permanent Ruth, who died in infancy. Natalie and I have toured collection, whether we’re checking out the Juried Ruthmere, and we suggest you do the same, but, Regional or one of their other special shows. We espe- unfortunately, you will have to wait until April when cially enjoy heading back into the old bank vault to tours resume. (Phone: 574/264-0330 for current infor- gaze upon our most treasured piece in their collection, mation.) a whimsical painting titled “Round-Up at the Mad Dog Corral” by Ann Coe. Check it out for yourself and see if you don’t walk away with one big grin on your face. The Midwest Museum of American Art operates year- round on Eastern Standard Time, and is open Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. Again, admission is free on Sunday. Phone 574/293-6660 for the latest information on what’s on view and to learn about their lec- tures.

Elkhart’s Midwest Museum of American Art is housed in a renovated neo- classical bank building at 429 S. Main Street. Meanwhile, you should follow our tracks to Elkhart to the Midwest Museum of American Art which is pre- senting a photography exhibition called “Nature & Nurture” through February 28, 2005. What better way in which to cure cabin fever and the post-holiday blahs than an afternoon with more than 80 works by such luminaries as Ansel Adams, Walker Evans, Sally Mann, Robert Mapplethorpe, Irving Penn, Carleton Watkins, Edward Weston, and Brett Weston? Ansel Adams and Brett Weston are represented by more than 30 works, so the $3 admission price will be money well spent. Plus, they offer free parking in The historic train station in Elkhart, Indiana. The National NYC Railroad their lot, and admission is free on Sunday. Museum is right across the tracks from it. THE December 16, 2004 Page 41

And wear your most comfortable walking shoes because downtown Elkhart is there for you to explore. For example, the National NYC Railroad Museum is just a few blocks south from the art museum at 721 S. Main Street. You cannot fail to find it because the railroad museum sits along the mainline of the former New York Central Railroad, and you will think you have stepped back in time because they have a NYC E-8 diesel and passenger cars ready for you to explore. They are open Tuesday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Phone 574/294-3001 for current information. Elkhart is also home to the RV/MH Hall of Fame, the Downtown Elkhart Museum, and the S. Ray Miller Foundation Antique Car Museum and I leave it to you to phone them at: 574/293-2344, 574/293-6005, and 574/522-0539 respectively for current information. Elkhart celebrates the Saint Joseph River with pedestrian bridges and paths. the city has in the river, and they have made it accessible to all through inviting walkways and bridges. We worked up enough of an appetite exploring Elkhart’s stretch of the Saint Joe that we were forced to repair to the warm and inviting Daily Grind Coffeehouse at 113 E. Lexington Avenue for some re-caffination and gooey sweet treats. We could just hear Carolyn McConnell whispering “Yum!” as we kicked back and enjoyed our coffee drinks and sweets. Then we walked a short way back to where our car was parked at the Midwest Museum of Division Street is one of many in Elkhart that is still paved with bricks. American Art, and headed for home with plans for our next visit to dazzling downtown Elkhart already forming in our heads. The Daily Grind Coffeehouse is housed in the historic block at 113 E. Lexington Avenue in downtown Elkhart. It is a hang-out for local artists.

We spotted this beauty of a bungalow on Division Street just a bit east of Main. Natalie and I have found all that and more during our frequent foot tours of Elkhart. This last time around we particularly enjoyed following the railroad tracks into a residential neighborhood where we discovered a beautiful little bungalow on Division Street. Then we headed north a ways until we found the Saint Joseph River and followed it along a lovely footpath the city has thoughtfully provided. Civic leaders in Elkhart clearly appreciate what a gem Natalie refuels at the Daily Grind. The author got whipped cream. THE Page 42 December 16, 2004

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FOR LEASE - Two Office Suites, approximately 900 and 1,500 2/BR, 2/BATH CONDO IN FT.MYERS BEACH, FLORIDA square feet respectively, at 1411 S. Woodland Ave., Michigan City, AVAILABLE JANUARY - FEBRUARY -- CALL 773/238-4703. IN. Modern, contemporary, energy efficient & ample drive up parking FT. MYERS RIVERFRONT HOME WITH SUNSET VIEWS. 2 or 3 BR at the door. Deep river dockage. Annual or seasonal rates available. Available now -- Call 219/872-0318. $2,000/mo. annually or $1,000/wkly. Call 708-921-2880. RENTALS INDIANA RENTALS MICHIGAN HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT - NEW BUFFALO - Convenient "in town" 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. location. 16 S. Townsend. Take the first right after Jackson's Market LONG BEACH COZY 4/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) on U.S. 12. Available now. Newly renovated. New appliances. New Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/579-1745. window treatments. 2 Bedroom. Full dry basement. Large yard and one garage. VERY CLEAN! $700 per month. Security deposit & references. NO SMOKERS. No pets. Please drive by first. DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB Call Gary at 269/449-2168 to see more. LAKEFRONT CONDOS -- 2 and 3 bedrooms. Winter Rentals -- $1,200 to $1,600 per month. REAL ESTATE FOR SALE DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. MICHIANA HOME BY OWNER SHORELAND HILLS WINTER RENTAL Enjoy deck, screened porch, great room with massive fireplace, large 3/BR, 2/Bath. Furnished. Washer/Dryer. 2 Blocks to Lake. enclosed back porch, sun porch, large foyer, 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 baths on Avail NOW to 6/30/05. $725 per month includes lawn/leaf maint., a large corner lot with total privacy. Lake Shore Drive to Michiana Drive but not utilities. No pets. Call Bob N. at 800/899-2699, or Clare N. at (Stop 37) to Comanche Trail, left to 4043 Comanche. 708/579-1193. "Recently Remodeled. Must See to Appreciate." $399,000. 269-469-4295. BEAUTIFUL VINTAGE MICHIANA COTTAGE FOR FALL RENTAL 3-UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING in Michigan City. Great condition. One block from beautiful Lake Michigan Beach at Stop 39. Fully Completely rented. $89,900 by owner. 219/947-5729. furnished--Charming Deco decor. Air conditioned, forty windows to catch lake breezes. Sleeps up to eight persons. Three bedrooms. Two full baths. Two woodburning fireplaces. New kitchen. Secluded forty oak tree landscape with Adirondack chairs and hammocks. TVs with cable and movie channels. BBQ grill. Available May CALL THE BEACHER WITH YOUR NEWS! onward through October and selected winter holidays. Pets wel- Friday at Noon is the deadline for the come. Call [773] 528-0825 or [773] 281-7100. Prefer longer tenancy, but willing to consider weekly rentals with excellent tenants. following week's issue. (219) 879-0088 THE Page 46 December 16, 2004

Off the Book Shelf by Sally Carpenter

A Salty Piece of Land by Jimmy Buffett My Heroes: The Men of Northern Indiana Chapter Attention all you parrotheads out there! You know XXX Veterans of the Battle of the Bulge by Barry J. who you are. Remember “Wasting Away in Veden Margaritaville”? That’s the only Jimmy Buffett song Time to get serious. Here is another book that a man I know, so I an definitely not a Parrotthead. Maybe might like to receive as a present this year (maybe a that’s why this book just kept a smile on my face while woman, too). Whether he’s old enough to remember I was reading what to me was a man’s fantasy World War II ( or maybe served at that time) or the novel.....bringing out the inner child, as it were. son or grandson of someone who did, this book brings This book has few women, lots of fishing, lots of snor- war down to a common denominator: the young men keling in the ocean, island-hopping, warm tropical and women who served our coun- breezes, male bonding....get the picture? try as part of the Armed Forces. Jimmy Buffett has apparently come a long way since Every one of them has a very he started a singing career. A visit to his website personal story that they were shows a string of cafes, Margaritaville products like once reluctant to tell. drink mixes and shrimp, as well as recipes, Radio Turns out author Veden lives Margaritaville, and lots of merchandise. The site is just a few blocks from my house. colorful and fun...just like this book. One more thing, It’s a small world, especially since our Jimmy is a merchandiser extraordinaire, you when you read how proud Barry will find a CD taped to the inside back cover of this is of his father and his service to book, but it’s only available on this first printing. his country, just as I am so proud The book jacket says that “in Jimmy Buffett’s of my father and his war record. world, paradise is just a state of mind.” If that’s the Barry accompanied his father in 1997 to a meeting case, then he’s achieved Nirvana with this book..... of WWII vets from the Battle of the Bulge and he was Here’s the story: Tully Mars is a cowboy living in so impressed with what he heard and saw, that he decid- Wyoming when the ranch he works on is bought by ed their stories needed to be written down. a woman poodle rancher who, according to Tully, is “...I said that the rest of the world needed to know a Simon Legree in drag. He throws a table through what they lived through and endured. Their stories her plate glass window, and leaves the state two should not be lost, but rather shared with loved ones steps ahead of the law. He lands in Alabama where and friends so that we never forget the sacrifices he meets a country western star who introduces him they made. We enjoy our freedom today because of their to a shrimp boat captain who takes him to an island actions so long ago.” where his friend runs a fishing lodge called Lost If you recall your history, you will remember that Boys (very appropro to this book). Tully is given the the Battle of the Bulge was Germany’s last effort to job of fishing guide, life seems perfect and after work- regain control of the war. The battle lasted from Dec. ing there a time, his boss gives him time to visit 16, 1944-Jan. 25, 1945. Belize for a little R & R. Of course, he runs into two Each chapter of this book contains one man’s story, bounty hunter brothers hot on his trail, is rescued by accompanied by a photo of the soldier then and now, his friends, and finally lands on a 140 foot schooner his unit, and his hometown. You cannot read these sto- owned and run by a 101 year old woman!Sound plau- ries without being touched by their simplicity and sible to you so far? Sure.....It seems Cleopatra (that’s humanity. The years cannot take away the pain gone the owner of the ship) traded some land for an island through by these men, but I think maturity makes the with a decrepid lighthouse and now she wants to fix retelling of their stories more objective. After all, up the place (the salty piece of land), find a fresnel when they were discharged, they just wanted to put lens, and restore the lighthouse the war behind them and pick up on the lost years of to operating capacity. Does our their youth. Tully come to the rescue? Of History books can give you the facts and figures of course he does. No one loses in World War II, but only the stories of individuals can this story (except for the boun- make us see, hear and feel through their words what ty hunters). they experienced and sacrificed. From the draftees and Mon, dis is de place! Fix your the arrival of the infamous “Greetings!” letter to guy a Margarita and hand him the men who enlisted for a variety of reasons, their this book....he’ll be putting on stories and their faces must be kept alive and never that ugly Hawaiian shirt and forgotten. Thanks Barry for an unforgettable book. baseball cap before you know Till next time, happy holiday shopping and keep read- it! ing! THE December 16, 2004 Page 47

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