The Laporte County Symphony Orchestra: a Community Gem by Paula Mchugh

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Volume 21, Number 14 Thursday, April 21, 2005

The LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra: A Community Gem by Paula McHugh

match the experience of sitting in a concert hall and listening to a live performance. Luckily for local residents, the venues in which the LCSO performs— LaPorte’s Civic Auditorium, the Presbyterian Church of LaPorte, and the First Presbyterian Church in Michigan City—make it an easy, close-to-home, has- sle-free drive. The high quality of the LCSO’s performances brings raves and kudos from discrimi- nating listeners. Reflecting back on the Movie Magic Classic Concert presented last month in Michigan City, Mary Kelley said that she and other audience members were moved to tears by “the incredible performance” of the two teenaged Young Artists Competition winners, a 13-year old violinist and a 15-year old pianist. “Everyone in the audience was crying and clapping,” Mary said. “The two young musicians were so poised in front of all those people.” The event drew a crowd of well over 200, according to LCSO Executive Director Tonya McGue. As word continues to spread about the superb musical talent within arm’s reach, the audience numbers continue to expand. Meanwhile, the Friends’ guest speaker and symphony director and conductor Friends of the LCSO have committed themselves to Philip Bauman talked about the gift of sharing music for the helping increase public awareness of this communi- greater good of the community. ty asset. Whoever it was that said that the future of strong Symphony Continued on Page 2 communities lies in their ability to offer cultural attractions should offer a round of applause to LaPorte County and its environs. Beacher country residents are enriched with the soul of art in all forms. The Friends of the LaPorte County Symphony have formed to further the area’s awareness of its rich musical legacy, and they have seen its membership double in just a two-month span of time. At the organization’s April meeting hosted at the Lubeznik Center for the Arts, more than a dozen new members joined with charter members to listen to guest speaker and symphony director and conductor Philip Bauman talk about the gift of sharing a musical inheritance for the greater good of the community. Philip and Friends well know that a person can have the most incredible home sound system for listening At their April meeting, Friends of the LCSO were treated to music by to their favorite recordings, but it still will never LCSO harpist Meg Rodgers. THE Page 2 April 21, 2005

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Marcia Morris has been in charge of transporting the Vacationing Violins to and from each of the exhibit spaces since their premiere in February at Purdue North Central.

Liz Bernel, Mary Kelley and Tanya McGue volunteer their time towards making sure the community enjoys and supports the LCSO. Liz serves as President of the Friends of the LCSO and Mary is Vice President. Tanya is the Executive Director of the LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra. Marcia Morris, First Lady of LaPorte (wife of Symphony Continued from Page 1 LaPorte mayor and LCSO Board member Leigh Morris) has been in charge of transporting the artful “The LCSO is a gem in our community,” said violins to and from each of the exhibit spaces since their Friends President Elizabeth (Liz) Bernel, who hap- premiere in February at Purdue North Central. pily serves to enlist new Friends of the LSCO as Asked if she had a favorite among the 13 original vio- well as new symphony audience members and sup- lins, Marcia was quick to describe the nuances of porters from not only LaPorte and Michigan City, but each. One that Tanya and Marcia agree will be a also from neighboring Porter County communities such popular choice among certain LaPorte raffle ticket hold- as Valparaiso and Chesterton as well as southern ers is artist Lee Rardin’s rendering of LCSO audience Michigan. Liz announced that the Friends have members. already planned two new fundraising events for next year: Sax in the City (to be held at Rag Tops Museum in Michigan City) and Hoosier Idol, a talent contest loosely based on the popular television show. Liz hopes that the Friends meetings held every other month in various locations around the area will attract new members who appreciate the ongoing mission of the LCSO to broaden the artistic experience of people in the growing community. One of the LCSO supporters’ most recent ventures is the “Vacationing Violins” exhibit, a collaborative effort between local artists and numerous other community groups and businesses. After traveling to Purdue North Central, LaPorte Presbyterian Church, the First Presbyterian Church in Michigan City, the Framing Station and the Lubeznik Center, the 13 uniquely-painted violins will meet their new owners this coming Saturday evening. Raffle tickets are still “Lee (Rardin) had us hold up a flashlight to our faces,” Marcia Morris said available for the one-of-a-kind violins up until concert as she pointed out her place among a dozen painted audience members time. on one of the violins in the exhibit. Marcia’s likeness is on the bottom row. THE April 21, 2005 Page 3

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Symphony Continued from Page 3 The symphony will be presenting its final concert of the 2004-2005 season this Saturday, April 23 at the LaPorte Civic Auditorium. The Night on Broadway Pops Concert will offer selections from Phantom of the Opera, Evita, Wicked, Cats, West Side Story Les Miserables, 42nd Street, and a host of other Broadway favorites. Guest artists are soprano Kimberly Jones and tenor Brian Manternach, along with the LaPorte High School Chorale under the directorship of Thomas Coe. In addition to announcing the raffle winners for the Vacationing Violins, awards recognizing excellence and service to the LSCO will be presented to individuals.

Selections from Broadway favorites will highlight the “A Night on Broadway April Pops Concert” at the LaPorte Civic Auditorium. Musical Award of Excellence honorees Cindy Ault William Harris Merry Johnson Elaine Shumway JoFran Bendix Betty Hatfield Shirley Mosher Barbara Smith Elizabeth Bluhm Sherry Jagger Carol Rose-Lewis Charles Steck John Utley. All have played with the LCSO for at least 20 years. John and Mary Utley will be receiving the 2005 French horn player Kathleen Lang, who along with Distinguished Service Award for their longtime con- harp player Meg Rodgers joined the luncheon guests tributions to the growth and success of the musical at the April Friends of the LCSO meeting, offered high- organization. Mary Koster Utley is a charter mem- est praise for Philip’s skills. ber whose affiliation with the LCSO began at the begin- “I’ve been with the symphony for sixteen or seventeen ning in 1972, and evolved through the years from audi- years, and since Phil has been with us, it has been great ence member to publicist to Program Notes writer to to play in a group. My musicianship has expanded historian and author of the organization’s Silver tremendously since Phil came on board,” Kathleen said. Anniversary book. John (Jack) Utley, French Horn musi- Phil Bauman lifts his baton for the symphony’s sea- cian for 23 years, had also served as music librarian son finale Saturday evening, and tickets for the con- and Board participant. cert and the Vacationing Violins raffle are still avail- Christine Ward, who managed a successful ben- able by calling the LCSO at 219.325-0666. efit concert and auction, “Unmask the Music,” will be honored with the Volunteer of the Year Award. That WHAT: A Night on Broadway April Pops Concert benefit, under the leadership of Christine, brought in WHEN: Saturday, April 23, 7:30 pm a hefty $20,000 to help with operating costs. WHERE: LaPorte Civic Auditorium Speaking to the Friends of the LCSO at the Lubeznik ADMISSION: $25 reserved seating; Balcony: $15, Center, Philip Bauman described his experience as $12 seniors, $5 students, $25 family. a conductor during special moments of the season’s INFORMATION: (219) 325-0666 concerts as a “transcendental experience,” when “everyone (in the orchestra) was on the same page.” THE April 21, 2005 Page 5

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Michelle LaFollette wanted to draw an Eskimo in for the drawing off the Internet. Rotarians also dis- her first-place drawing of world peace. But that fig- tribute forms while traveling. “It’s a project that’s do- ure was not going to fit with the others on the 8-1/2 able. It takes some money, but not all sorts of money,” by 11-inch piece of paper. She settled with depicting said Susan Pound, past president of the Michigan City the happy faces of an American, African and a Rotary Club. Additionally, Rotary Clubs will send Japanese woman in the foreground of her sketch of art materials to those in need. the world. Such outreach nets Rotarians the opportunity to “It depicts unity all across the world and peace,” said observe the views and circumstances of youth from the Elston Middle School student. around the world. This year the first-place winner in the 10 to 12-age group is from India. Upon hearing of her placement, AnjaliChandrashekar e-mailed, “I am thrilled to know that I got first prize. I am also happy that my Vision was liked by the judges. I really enjoyed sketching it.”

Michelle LaFollette and her father, Chris, look over the drawings in the category in which she won first place. For her drawing in the third annual “Honor the Earth” art and design contest, Michelle received a $250 first-place prize in the 13 to 15-age group. Participants in the contest drew their vision of “A Wonderful Day 100 Years >From Now.“ The Michigan City, LaPorte and South Bend Rotary Clubs and Purdue University Mary Norman, a judge from the South Bend Rotary, North Central co-sponsor the contest. talks with second-place winner Jung-Heun Lee. Awards were announced at a luncheon at PNC April 11. Afterwards, Michelle voiced her pleasure with her placement. “I won second-place last year, so it feels pretty good,” she said. Michelle’s drawing was among 700 entrants that included submissions from Poland, Germany, Lithuania, the Philippines, Puerto Rico and India. The second- and third-place winners in the 13 to 15- age group are from Lithuania. The international contest has grown exponential- ly since it was begun in 2000. That year, a young man from Uganda won the grand prize over the 30 other entrants. In his thank-you note, he wrote the Michigan City Rotary, “I am the eighth-born out of eleven sib- lings…My parents are retired Civil Servants. Since their retirement, I have been supported in school by my brothers and sisters. One of them is my sister, Dr. Wamai Nafuna, a Rotarian from the Rotary Club of Jinja.” Past president of the South Bend Rotary Mike Pound discusses The contest’s simplicity makes it easy for people across the work of an Indian youth with his wife, Susan Pound, cultures to participate. Anyone may download the form a past president of the Michigan City Rotary. THE April 21, 2005 Page 15

That vision, said judge Mary Norman, “blew us all Marquette High School senior Kim Miller also away.” This was the second year, that Mary, a South showed concern for the environment in her drawing. Bend Rotary member, judged the art. It is an activ- “I just think that the current trend of human behav- ity that she looks forward to. “It just takes my breath ior is we’re depleting our natural resources and we’re away when I see this art work,” she said. in a very destructive cycle of behavior. I think that if As she visited with the young artists, Mary com- we continue on this course of action, our forests are mented on their work. “You represent your country going to be depleted and everything is going to be cov- well,” she told Jung-Heun Lee. The foreign exchange ered with factories,” Kim said. student from South Korea is a junior at Marquette High Christine Werner, however, drew from another School. Her drawing of a depressed boy in a room with perspective. Her underwater city is bright with a robots won second-place in the 16 to 18-age group. “I light force shining through the dome. The Marquette drew it because I thought the world would be dark High School senior said her drawing is “to show the because of the wars, and the mechanical stuff will take expansion and new technology.” over,” Jung-Heun said. In the four age groups, first-prize winners received $250, second-prize winners, $100, and third-prize winners, $50. The 63 honorable mentions received $25. Other LaPorte County winners were: Chris Brown and Yong-Jae Chang, both of LaLumiere School, third place in the 16 to 18-age group; and Alex Smeets, LaPorte, third place in the 10 to 12-age group. Honorable mentions were: Ayla Batton, Bruce Jang, Julia Graeser, Ju-Hee Maeng, LaLumiere; Susan Feldt, Tyler Liberatore, Clay Marshall, Mike Smeets, Marquette Ashley Roberts, Genevieve St. Arnaud, LaPorte; High School Nellie Wall, Long Beach; Lauren Cawley, Mikayla Cleek, senior Kim Miller earned Tiffany Cerrillos, Chrissy Cox, Stefanee Fogus, Austin an honorable Nover, Jacob Skierkowski, Kelsi Spangler Justin mention. Spear, Michigan City. The exhibit is available by appointment for viewing during April at the PNC Library Student Faculty Building. For appointments, contact the Director of Development Rita Dagys at 785-5698.

LaLumiere students Yong-Jae Chang and Chris Brown tied for third place in the 16 to 18-age category.

Alex Smeets, a third-place winner, included words from varied languages in his drawing. THE Page 16 April 21, 2005 Mayors Visit LPCAR Meeting LaPorte mayor Leigh Morris, and Michigan City mayor, Chuck Oberlie, were the special guests at the April General Membership meeting of the LaPorte County Association of Realtors at Pottawattomie Country Club on April 12th. The two men discussed current developments and growth within all of LaPorte County.

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by Paula McHugh

Get ready, art lovers! Artists all up and down the southern shores of Lake Michigan are rolling out their welcome mats this weekend. In Michigan City, the Southern Shores Art Association welcomes all to their Second Annual Spring Show, scheduled for Saturday and Sunday (April 23 & 24) from 11-4 p.m. CDT. Dana Dabagia, chairman of the Fifteen exceptional artists are exhibiting and sell- Southern ing their freshest original works in the ground floor Shores Art exhibit area located at 720 Franklin St. Collectors, Association’s Spring Show, patrons and appreciators are urged to stop by to see said that art will what the artists have created while hunkered down be available in during the long, long winter months now gladly left all price ranges during the 15- behind. Local radio station WEFM will be broad- artist exhibit casting on site and Coffee Tyme is providing the and sale. java. The exhibit is ground-level accessible, free, and works for sale are available in all price ranges. The fifteen local artists whose works are represented in the weekend exhibit include Carol Block, Bob Brady, Dana Dabagia, John Fanson, Frank Field, Chris Grohs, Julia Holmaas, Jimmy Duke Johnston, Julie Kasniunas, Connie Kassal, George Kassal, Neil ahead by expanding our activities,” Dana said, adding Kienitz, Robert Stanley, Linda Weigel and Doris that the group wants to start offering classes for Wilson. Also in the gallery neighborhood is Prince Gallery children soon. and Lake Effect’s custom-embroidered apparel. Above the exhibition space at 720 Franklin, many The Southern Shores Art Association is a non- artists have opted to rent studio space next to one anoth- profit organization that welcomes artists at any level er. According to Dana, the spaces are very economi- to join in its activities, which include monthly critiques cal and offer a wonderful option to those artists who and open studio every Wednesday evening from 6:30 are unable, or don’t wish to set up a studio in their to 9:30. homes. “Artists paint together and help each other out,” Dana emphasized that there are no stairs to climb explained Spring Show chairman Dana Dabagia. to view the Spring Show exhibit. And if April should Individuals and art groups all along the lakeshore from bring a spring weekend shower, exhibit guests will stay Saugatuck on down are welcome to join the friendly, dry while roaming the large 15-artist show and sale. informal group of artists. Southern Shores Art WHAT: Southern Shores Art Association 2nd Annual Association dues are $25 a year and members gath- Spring Show er not only to improve and expand their repertoire of WHEN: Saturday & Sunday, April 23-24, from 11 skills, but also to enjoy social gatherings and cama- am to 4 pm. raderie. WHERE: 720 Franklin, Michigan City “We have a dynamic going on and we are moving ADMISSION: Free

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The 2nd Annual Samaritan Skedaddle 5K Run/Walk will be held in Michigan City, on Sat., April 30, at 9 a.m. Last year’s event was a tremendous success and drew over 300 people. Participants of all ages and fitness levels are welcome. The course will begin and end at 8th & Washington streets at the finish line tent. Runners and walkers will follow Pine Street to Washington Park, past the historic Michigan City Lighthouse, continue alongside the beach and back on Washington Street to the finish line. Registration All participants will receive an official t-shirt and goody bag. There will be three opportunities to register: Fri., April 29, 4-7 p.m. at the Samaritan Center at the First Presbyterian Church, 2nd floor, 9th & Washington streets; Sat., April 30, 7:30-8:30 a.m. at the 8th & Washington streets tent. Or you can register online at www.signmeupsports.com. You can also request a brochure with registration form at 879-3283. New Event for Kids New this year will be a Kids’ Fun Race at 9:50 a.m. Kids 9 and under will run a short course alongside the finish line tent. Finish Line Tent The Finish Line Tent will offer snacks, beverages and the sounds of the Skedaddle Party Band. Celebrity Starter this year’s celebrity starter for the event will be Matt Suhey, formerly of the Chicago Bears NFL team. Matt is a Penn State graduate and was #26, a running back/full back for the Chicago Bears from 1980- 1989. He ranks #7 on the all-time career rushing for the Bears and was a member of the team when they took the Super Bowl title in 1985./ The Samaritan Center is a community-based inter- faith counseling and educational service. Proceeds from the Skedaddle will benefit the Samaritan Center’s mission of providing counseling services to all in need. For additional program information or sponsorship opportunities, contact Souhaila Wendt, Samaritan Center Community RElations Coordinator at 219/879- 3283. THE April 21, 2005 Page 23

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by Jan Van Ausdal

When it’s Tuesday in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, many of the people (both North Americans and Mexicans) make time for a visit to the Tuesday Market, also known as Tinguis, where it’s said that you can find anything you’re looking for. And many things you aren’t looking for! So let me tell you (and show you in photos) what it’s really like. I was fortunate enough to have a friendly neighbor, Janice Page offer me a ride to the market in her SUV when she went. Otherwise, I would have taken If you need a pet, a bus or a taxi, because it was set up only on Tuesdays how about a in a large area next to Gigante, the department-gro- bird? cery store high up on a road outside and above the city. So many people shopped there that the parking lot was sometimes full, and we had to drive back and forth along the rows of cars and trucks, trying to find a parking place.

But when we finally were able to park, we walked to the area where the booths covered by blue tarps, under tents, or outside in an open area were set up for the day. So many booths, so much to see! Janice sometimes bought yarn for her knitting or crocheting projects. One day, she picked up some sugar cane and some fruit for a hot punch she planned to make for a tamale party. Other friends and neigh-

Children’s hats, gloves, and backpacks on a large rack.

A vendor with cocoanut-covered sweet rolls. bors accompanied us at different times. Mary from California came with us on a cool December day to buy a warm hat. On my first trip in December, I had measurements for a black and white woven rug to go along one side of the bed. Janice, who has been a Spanish teacher, told me that the one I selected from a woman vendor was a set of four which had been paid for already and would be picked up shortly! So I select- Red, ripe watermelon for sale! ed another such rug and bargained for the selling price— THE April 21, 2005 Page 25

I offered fewer pesos and we settled on a price in the middle between hers and mine. Usually I bought oranges and other fresh fruit, which is a bargain and very good in Mexico.

Many kinds of sweet rolls (pan dolce). Under still another covered row of booths, I found a vendor wearing a very warm winter coat and hat on a chilly day. He had the popular Mexican plastic Many, many shoes for sale. shopping bags for sale in bright colors. He held up one blue and white bag and showed me his muscle to demon- As we arrived by the outside of a long stretch of booths strate that it was a strong bag, which would hold heavy under their covers, we saw a stand covered with an items. I bought a smaller version of the bag shown in umbrella with HUGE red, ripe sections of water- the photo directly in front of him. melon ready to eat on the spot. Next we saw several On the Tuesday a week and a day before I returned men carrying birdcages stacked full of various birds to the States, I went to the Tuesday Market to buy three such as cardinals and canaries for sale. Janice thought T-shirts for my three great grandchildren: Micah, it would be neat to buy a bird to take home. Joshua, and Katelyn. I spent some time looking at dif- Then our eyes noticed a rack filled with back- ferent booths where ninos’s (children’s) clothes were packs, gloves, and hats for children. What a selection! on sale. At the first booth, I could not find shirts to There were more carts filled with various kinds of sweet fit all three. The next booth had summer muscle rolls (pan dolce) and other goodies for those who type shirts for boys. Another booth had large size T- were hungry. Shoppers carrying various types of shirts which were too big. FINALLY, I found the plastic shopping bags walked by the outside of a tent right booth with a selection of T-shirts to choose from where there were many leather belts, wicker laundry and styles to fit and suit all three! Since I bought three hampers, clothes, and curtains to choose from. shirts, I was able to bargain for them at a price Between the covered areas, a man was selling slightly lower than the asking price. My three great cocoanut covered rolls and more sweets from yet a dif- grandchildren were pleased with their new T-shirts, ferent stand. Other shoppers had a large selection of which Great Grandma V. brought back to them after various athletic or walking shoes to choose from. her winter in Mexico! Another vendor wearing a large, Mexican hat sat on a stool behind his stock of blue and white varied sizes of bowls and cups for sale.

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“Thoroughly Modern Millie”

On April 6th, Tori Kosiba of Three Oaks, was invited to Grand Rapids, Michigan by Broadway Productions to take part in a television promotion of the National Touring Company production of the musical “Thoroughly Modern Millie.” Tori had recently performed her first dance solo at the Dance America competition in Oak Brook, Illinois, winning a third place. She performed a jazz dance to “Thoroughly Modern Millie” choreographed by Deb Knuth, Director of the Sawyer Dance Academy and Troupe. Tori studies dance at the Sawyer Dance Academy, where she helps teach two classes. She is also a member of the Sawyer Dance Troupe and the Berrien County Dancers. The Berrien County Dancers is part of a combined curriculum of all the high schools in Berrien County Michigan; Tori is a sophomore at River Valley High School. As a member of the Sawyer Dance Troupe, Tori has competed in many regional events and at National competitions in Myrtle Beach, Orlando and Las Vegas. In Grand Rapids, Tori had the honor of meeting and taking part in an interview for Channel 13 with the show’s star, Darcie Roberts. Darcie has been traveling with the show for 18 months in the role of “Millie.” As a part of the interview, Tori performed a portion of her own routine in her costume and Darcie com- mented that when Tori saw the show that evening she would see that many of their steps were the same. She also said it was the most fun she had ever had doing Darcie and Tori strike a an interview and encouraged Tori to continue her danc- Millie-like pose . ing. Tori and her mother, Angel Kosiba and grandpar- ents, Deacon Vic and Ginny Janowski, were given a tour of the theater. They watched a rehearsal from backstage and visited the wardrobe department. Tori was privileged to try on one of Darcie’s costumes that is valued at $30,000. The television interview aired that day on the show “5 at 5.” After seeing the production, that evening Tori and her family were invited backstage to Darcie’s dressing room where Darcie presented Tori with a “Thoroughly Modern Millie” poster that had been autographed for her by the cast. After many hugs and farewells, Tori was floating on air and her only com- Tori wearing Darcie’s ment was “Awesome.” $30,000 Millie costume.

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www.2BigHearts.org THE Page 30 April 21, 2005 Exhibit of Indiana Impressionist Paintings A collection of paintings and drawings by some of Indiana’s most renowned artists will be shown in Valparaiso University’s Brauer Museum of Art from April 2 to May 8. the Jack D. Finley Collection, which includes some HANNAH’S MYSTERY of the finest examples of Indiana impressionism from the 19th and 20th centuries, will be exhibited for DINNER the first time since the University received the collection last year. An Art Attack Event “The artists represented in the collection are among Starring: Kaylee Magro • Chuck Heit the most important figures in Indiana’s art history,” said Gregg Hertzlieb, director of the Brauer museum. Gary Gillings • Becky Borglin • R. E. Rodderick “We have a wide range of styles in this collection, with excellent examples of impressionism and early mod- Sunday, April 24 • 6 p.m. (MI time) ernism.” Call today - Seating is limited. Dr. Laurette McCarthy, an art historian who helped determine how the Finely Collection was divided between Valparaiso and three other institutions, will SPRING BRINGS LOTS OF be discussing the exhibition at 7 p.m., Sun., April 27. Her talk will be held in the VU Center for the CELEBRATIONS! Arts, Room 1412, and is free and open to the public. • Graduation Parties • Bridal Showers Among the works in the collection are a vibrant • Rehearsal Dinner • Mother’s Day autumn landscape “Brown County Studio,” by T.C. Steele, and “Peace of Snowclad Hills,” by Frank • Wedding Receptions • Bachelorette Parties Dudley, which shows the Indiana Dunes during win- We can make your event memorable at our ter. “Steele’s work is the most historically significant house or catered to your location. because it is an excellent representation of his style and shows the place where he lived and worked,” Let us make your Hertzlieb said. “Dudley’s painting is the first exam- ple we have of him painting the Dunes during win- Business Catering needs effortless– ter, which makes it a distinctive piece.” • Employee Appreciation Dinners - Other artists featured are Adam Emory Albright, Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner Clarence L. Ball, C.Curry Bohm, Varaldo Cariani, Orrin Draver, Glenn Henshaw, Walter Park, Adolph Shulz, • Catered Board Meetings Patty Fisher, Louis Griffith and Richard Gruelle. • Open Houses • V.I.P. Receptions The 16 paintings and drawings in the collection were • Party Trays • In-Plant Parties donated to the University from the estate of Finley, who grew up in the Bloomington area and owned an Remember Administrative Professional’s Week art gallery there. starts April 24th - Treat your staff like royalty with a meal catered to your company, or join us Beethoven’s 9th at VU at the restaurant. Nearly 300 students, faculty and community musicians will perform Beethoven’s 9th Symphony April 30 in the Chapel of Resurrection at Valparaiso BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! University. The concert will be the first time the University has Every Friday, beginning April 22 performed the 9th Symphony in its entirety. 7-10 p.m. (MI time) The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for senior citizens and students. Enjoy the very talented Phone the VU Box Office at 219/464-5162 to pur- Dennis Michaels on guitar. chase tickets. Beethoven’s masterpiece will be performed by students in the VU Chorale, Symphony Orchestra, Your Hosts: Sherri and Lee Waddle • Established 1986 Kantorei and University Singers as well as commu- 115 S Whittaker St. • New Buffalo, Michigan nity members in the Bach Choir and Community 269-469-1440 • 888-877-1440 Choir. VU music faculty will perform as featured soloists. THE April 21, 2005 Page 31

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No matter what your hobbies, tastes or interests are, they are sure to be satisfied during southwest Michigan’s 12th annual Harbor Country Art Attack, a weekend celebration of “All That Is Art,” Friday through Sunday, April 22-24. An extensive program outlines the three-day event that will feature gallery openings and receptions, artist workshops, artist demonstrations, interactive exhibitions, open houses and fun with art, music and food. Your personal copy of the program can be easily obtained at the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce, 800/362-7251 or on the internet at www.harborcountry.org/artattack. The program is also available throughout the eight Southwest Michigan communities that officially comprise Harbor Country: Singular exhibits will include Stefani Bay at Michiana, Grand Beach, New Buffalo, Three Oaks, Whittaker House, Angela Reichert, Rick Ott and Union Pier, Lakeside, Harbert, and Sawyer. Ralph Behrendt, and Steve Cambronne at WOW Art “What began as a chance to get together, have Gallery, Alex Fatouros and Elaine Thomopolous at 105 some fun and show off the diverse talents of our East Internet Cafe, and Steve Rubinkam at his stu- artistic community has grown into an exciting annu- dio, all in New Buffalo. al cultural event,” said Rita Cochran, one of the orga- Catherine Doll will display her latest work at her nizers of the event. “Perhaps the two things that most studio, and Nifodora Krumrie will show her recent work set our Art Attack apart from other art exhibitions are at The Scarlet Macaw, both in downtown Sawyer. the natural beauty of our Harbor Country setting and Cynthia Hicks will present her jewelry at The the degree of interaction between the artists and Gallery at the Gordon Beach Inn. Pat and Tim participants.” Rodeghier will present their new landscapes at The More than 55 special events are planned for the week- Plum Tree. Landscape artist Harriet Christakos will end. Without fanfare, the events quietly start on be at Patty’s Picks, and Deborah Hoover and Bonnie Friday, build to an artistic frenzy of artist receptions Labovitz will show their watercolors at Local Color and open houses on Saturday evening, and culminate Gallery, all in Union Pier. with the fun and surprise offered by a Murder Mystery Natalie Mooney will present her affirmative art along Dinner at Hannah’s Restaurant on Sunday evening. with affordable wines offered by host Brewster’s The work of area schools will be featured as part Italian Cafe in New Buffalo. Nationally recognized water- of this year’s exhibits. Student work from New Buffalo colorist James McComb will offer a demonstration at Area Schools will be on exhibit at select New Buffalo his studio in Union Pier. James Bolek and Nannette businesses. High School students from River Valley Dombkowski will be featured at Amethyst in New High School will have a special exhibit of their work Buffalo. Photographer Ben Golden and Fritz Olsen will at The Scarlet Macaw in Sawyer. Their exhibition starts be featured at the Fritz Olsen Sculpture Studio in with an artist reception on Saturday, April 23 from Sawyer. 3 to 7 p.m. EST. Looking for a bargain! Consider the Affordable Jewelry making and new designs will be featured Art Yard Sale being held at Sandpiper Inn on the lake at Vivian’s, Catherine & Company, Amethyst, and in Union Pier. Here you’ll find affordable pre-owned Whittaker House in New Buffalo. African jewelry art that you can use to fill an empty corner, embar- will be featured at Patty’s Picks and a trunk show will rass your friends, or lose the art and just keep the frame. be held at The Gallery at the Gordon Beach Inn, On a musical note, The Lake Michigan Youth both in Union Pier. Orchestra will perform at the New Buffalo Performing Photography will be highlighted at Patty’s Picks Arts Center on Sunday at 3 p.m. And you can enjoy and Local Color Gallery in Union Pier, Country dulcimer music from 4-6 Sunday at The Gallery at the Mates, Block Fine Arts and the Roger Harvey Art Gallery Gordon Beach Inn in Union Pier. in New Buffalo. Other exciting things to look for include wire wrap- A wide range of artistic expression can be found in ping, beading and glass blowing demonstrations, a per- the blended presentations of many media at WOW Art formance of dulcimer music, pottery and weaving Gallery, Courtyard Gallery, and Michigan Thyme in demonstrations and Fritz Olsen’s Name That Sculpture New Buffalo, Acorn Gallery, Gintaras Resort, Acorn competition. Gallery, and Local Color Gallery in Union Pier. Also It is said that art is in the eye of the beholder. Art at the Lakeside Gallery in Lakeside, Jill Underhill Attack is a high-powered event that pokes you in Gallery in Harbert, and Zieve Studios, Studio B Fine the eye with the cutting edge of all that is art. The Arts and Fabulous Finds, Dawning Art the Gift in Three nicest thing about it— it doesn’t hurt, but it cer- Oaks. tainly makes you take notice. THE April 21, 2005 Page 33 2005 Art Attack Art Attack at Patty’s Picks Fritz Olsen Sculptures, Sawyer, MI., will be host- Art Attack 2005, scheduled for April 22-25 promis- ing several events in celebration of this year’s Art Attack. es to be a kick-off for the spring and summer season “A Fashion Statement/Pretty in Pink” promises to along the southern shore of Lake Michigan in Harbor be a fabulous, fun-filled exhibit combining the stun- Country. Patty’s Picks is a two level store at 166117 ning fine art photography of Guest Artist Ben Golden Red Arrow Highway. Their motto, “Good Things for with the official unveiling of a new bronze sculptur- the Home and Soul” is played out with an array of art, al edition by Fritz Olsen. Ben Golden’s exceptional works housewares, gifts, toys and decorative items. have been exhibited at the Chicago Cultural Center, Patty’s activities planned for Art Attack are: the Krasl Art Center and Roosevelt University. Meet Fri., April 22, 5-7 p.m. (MI Time) - Lecture by Fran the artists during a special reception to be held Paulson Saturday evening at 6 p.m. (MI time) in the gallery. Fran will share travel memories and colorful hand- Guests are encouraged to wear something “pink” icrafts of the San Blas Islands and Kuna Indians. Fran Returning by popular will bring folk art objects and stories from her many demand this year will be extensive travels. 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foodstuff by carolyn mcconnell Another Performance by the Five-Stars

We’re such a happy group, thanks to good compa- weeks. Hostess will provide entree, coffee and wine? ny, good food. Wouldn’t you like to start a supper -okay. Should we choose a special restaurant once in club? We’ll show you how. But first, let me tell you about awhile and eat out instead of in -maybe once a year. our most recent meeting at Shirlee Anderson’s beau- What should we call ourselves? -we chose Five-Stars tiful lakeside dining room. We Five Stars have been over The Fab Five. meeting for a little over a year now, and have thor- Our first Five-Star supper started off per the fol- oughly enjoyed each and every session. This time, Pat lowing list (at the next meeting, each star’s name would Latchford supplied a highly rated appetizer (recipe move down one notch): appetizer - Gloria; wine, below) as well as a curry vegetable dip (I can e-mail entree and coffee - hostess Pat; salad - Shirlee; side you that one). Hostess Anderson entertained our dish - Mary; dessert - Carolyn. The next hostess had plates and our palates with Mexican stuffed shells - to tell us in advance what her entree would be, then another yum. I carried in a seasonal favorite, aspara- we’d each decide which dish of our category to accom- gus gratin and Mary Samelson added a lively and love- pany it. And though the hostess spent the mostest on ly tossed salad. Gloria Godfrey, a lady with painted her contribution (wine, entree and coffee) she’d only toenails, later put together a dessert to sigh for. Yeah, supply a side-dish at the next meeting. Her next we certainly enjoy our meals, as well as the compa- wine-entree-coffee would occur months away, since we ny we keep. You really ought to try it. take turns as we meet at six-week intervals. We began simply as five women interested in food It worked. So, why don’t you call a few food addicts - we hardly knew each other at the time. I phoned two (yes, we stars think the number five is perfect for this ladies in my neighborhood and a couple Bridge bud- gathering) and start your own supper club. Hey, it could dies and told them about my hope of beginning a be all women, all men or a mix - just be sure and choose supper club. Each was interested and we agreed to people who really enjoy cooking and dining. get together at my table to talk about it (as I recall, I served a mushroom lasagne for our first meal LATCHFORD’S APPETIZER: together). We discussed how the club would func- Bacon Wrapped Dates tion. Like, should we have a theme each session? -not Package of pitted dates necessary. How often should we meet? -every six Dry sherry to cover Bacon strips Cover dates with sherry and soak for several hours or overnight. Drain. Wrap each with 1/3 strip of bacon and secure with toothpick. Broil 4" to 5" from the heat, turning as needed until bacon is crisp, or bake in oven at 450 for about 10 to 15 minutes. Serve hot

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Classes can sign up for two-hour times in either the morning or afternoon to learn about life in Michigan during the 1830s-1840s. Activities are The designed for students in elementary through middle school ages. “Springing into the 1830s” celebrates activities common to Michigan’s early settlement era. Programs of Mediterranean Cuisine on the museum grounds will include open-hearth Experience the taste of “Different” and bask in the elegance of our cooking in the Murdock Log House; blacksmithing decor. All throughout our restaurant, you will relive the grandeur of demonstrations in the Bennett Forge; early American an earlier age, and dine on our fresh Mediterranean cuisine. dancing; flintlock musket firing; cutting firewood 3301 FRANKLIN ST with a crosscut saw; and shelling corn. 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Q/A from the Cyberscribbles mailbag. The question that came from D.T. asked if it was safe to download SEE WHAT’S NEW! Windows Service Pack 2 on his pc. The answer is a definite Yes. SP2 was released many months ago, and at first, the computer techies were warning computer users to wait until the bugs were out of the new release. The techies gave the green light some time ago, and everyone (except MAC users, of course) should download SP2 ASAP if they have not yet done so. Send your questions and comments to cyberscrib- [email protected] and read the current online blog at http://cyberscribbles.blogspot.com. presents The Spring Show 2005 St. Mary’s College Women’s Choir Featuring Association Artists The renowned Saint Mary’s College Women’s Choir, Nancy Menk, conductor, will premiere “Chanting to Paradise” by award-winning composer Marjorie M. April 23rd and 24th, 2005 Rusche in its Spring Choral Concert, Thurs., April 28th, 11am to 4pm 7:30 p.m., at the Little Theatre, Saint Mary’s College Moreau Center for the Arts, Notre Dame, IN. This year, the Saint Mary’s College Women’s Choir Prince Gallery Building was selected to appear at the National American 720 Franklin Street Choral Directors Association Convention in Los (street level) Angeles, and performed Feb. 5th at the Walt Disney Concert Hall. Conductor Nancy Menk was also hon- Michigan City, IN ored last June at the National Performing Arts Information 219-871-1590 Convention in Pittsburgh, where she received an ASCAP award for adventuresome programming. The Spring Choral Concert offers an eclectic mix of works by Franz Schubert, Aaron Copland, Gabriel Faure, Elizabeth Alexander, and other composers. It The best kept dining secret in will also feature the Collegiate Choir and four student New Buffalo, Michigan conductors. Admission is free. Restaurant at Whittaker Woods Monday Musicale Country Club On Sun., April 24th, at 2 p.m., in the First Methodist Church, 7th & Pine streets, Monday Musicale will pre- GOLF COURSE sent a public concert of their musical scholarship IS OPEN! winners. We are open daily For 95 years, Monday Musicale has been nurtur- to the public Friday - Our Famous ing the gift of music among us. Each year scholarships Seafood and Pasta Buffet of money are awarded to support high school students’ for lunch and dinner including Fried Shrimp & musical education. Recently, middle students are year round Pastas made your way! honored by plaques of recognition for their talent. The Sunday - Breakfast Buffet group invites the community to cheer our young and including omelets made coming talent at Sunday’s concert. your way! (Belgium waffles) Come & Enjoy Charm and WARREN J. 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Rehearsals The Long Beach Water Board will hold a Public will be held from 8:30-10:30 a.m. for children 8-14 years, Meeting following the regular monthly meeting and from 3-5:30 p.m. for older youth Monday through that opens at 7:00 p.m. Thursday in the VU Center for the Arts. Public performance of the play will take place Aug. 6 & 7. The purpose of this Public Meeting is to Workshop tuition is $200 for those who register by May 16, and $225 after that date. Tuition for the consider the Preliminary Engineering Report for second and third actors from the same family is $150. Proposed Improvements to the Public Water “Romeo and Juliet” will be the 19th production System including the replacement of existing for the Young Actors Shakespeare Workshop. Kari Anne water mains smaller than 6'' size and the Innes, Center for the Arts project director, returns for addition of water mains to eliminate her eighth year as director. She is a veteran of community theatre and an experienced director and actor “dead-ends” in the distribution system. for Shakespeare productions in the region, including Chicago Street Theatre’s production of “Romeo and The Preliminary Engineering Report is on file in Juliet.” the Clerk-Treasurer’s office and is available for Steven Eheart, who graduated from VU in 2001 with review prior to the meeting. a bachelor’s degree in theatre, will direct one of the junior casts. Eheart currently tours elementary schools throughout the Chicagoland region performing with Historical Perspectives Theatre Company and has studied Shakespeare extensively. To register for the workshop, or for more informa- Send a Copy of tion, phone 219/464-5213. THE Lectures Compliment Art Institute Exhibit The Art Institute of Chicago is showcasing its redesigned American galleries this spring with a special exhibit. 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THE The Michigan City Art League is preparing for an exciting exhibit to be held on Sun., April 24th. Doors will open at 1 p.m. at the Grace Church, 2722 Wabash 911 Franklin Street St. Up to 58 artists will be hanging oils, pastels, watercolors and pen-and-ink drawings. A wide vari- Michigan City, IN 46360 ety of sizes and styles will be represented, including miniature dunes with easels and hand painted greet- Phone: 219/879-0088 ing cards. Fax: 219/879-8070 A drawing for several original works will be held. E-mail: [email protected] All those visiting the exhibit will have an opportunity to take one home. Refreshments will be served. THE April 21, 2005 Page 43 World War II Tribute “Recognizing and Honoring World War II Veterans” will be the theme at this Buckley Homestead Living ;le\cXe[ History Farm program. The event will take place on Sat., April 30, from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., and Sun., May 1, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. The cost of admission is $5 per =`e\?fd\j person, with children under 7 admitted free. Reenactors from all over the Midwest, and some from as far away as Canada, will don authentic uniforms and use restored military equipment to portray events of World War II. Throughout the weekend, the park will come to life with memories of the war years, both military and on the homefront, and will appeal Tom McCormick to the veterans, history enthusiasts, and those want- ing to learn more about the 1940s era. Builder Daily events will include: flag ceremony and authen- ticity drill; military uniform demonstration; World War Licensed in Indiana & Michigan II veterans panel discussion; 1940 radio show presented by Purdue University Calumet “Radio Flyers”; Franklin D. Roosevelt portrayed by R.J. Lindsay; Victory Voice: 219.928.2953 Gardens; military encampments; military equipment; battle reenactments each day at 12:30 and 3 p.m.; Honorable Surrender following Saturdays’ sec- Fax: 219.879.3536 ond battle. Also, visit the Historic Buckley Homestead Museum, take guided walking tours, and enjoy the patriotic clos- email: ing ceremony on Sunday. Food concessions will also [email protected] be available. For more information, phone 219/769- PARK or visit www.lakecountyparks.org To reach Buckley, take I-65 south to the Rt. 2 Exit to Lowell; go to Hendricks, then south to Visitor (219) 872-5555 Parking Lot.

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LaPorte Little Theatre presents… Diggin' in the Earth The Women with Maggie Beyer Directed by Ray Walters Deja Vu all over again. Yogi had it right when it comes April 22, 23, 24, April 29, 30 & May 1 to April. I pulled up a helpful web site, The Gay Curtain time Friday & Saturday 7:30 p.m. Gardener (as in joyful, elated) to see what it had to Sunday 2:00 p.m. recommend this month. Scanning the list of what-to- do in April, I felt I’d seen it all before. Sure enough, 1 Doors Open ⁄2 hour before curtain checking my files, I had shared the site’s helpful TICKETS: $8.00 for Students & Seniors hints on what to do in April last year with my gen- $10.00 for Adults tle readers. At least most of them: prune shrubs if need- FOR RESERVATIONS & ed; fertilize sprouting tulip bulbs; plant evergreens and roses; and there it was, my nemesis of good ADDITIONAL INFORMATION intentions, drain and clean the pond. This year, I had placed netting over my little pond to catch the leaves. 219-362-5113 Corner of A & 3rd St. LaPorte, IN Pulling the net away (a two-person task) unveiled its murky depth and more cleaning to be done. Here comes my Scarlet again. I’ll think about it tomorrow and attack it when seventy-degree weather hits. But it is time to put an organic algae eater on my list. What a difference that made last year and will again, keeping the water crystal clear, especially important when Charlie uses it for a doggie sipping bowl along with the birds.

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Thurs & Fri 6:15 pm; Sat & Sun 3:45 & 6:15 pm; Mon 6:15 1493 Hogan Avenue pm. (MI times). Also showing: “Born into Brothels..” Chesterton, IN Academy Award Winner Best Documentary. Rated R. Bengali and Eng. languages with subtitles. Thurs- Mon,. 9 pm only. Vickers Theatre, 6 N. Elm St., Three Oaks, MI. 269/756-3522 or www.vickerstheatre.com April 22 — Bookmarks at Noon at the Michigan City Public Library. The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini will be reviewed by Dennis Norman. Free & open to the public; bring your lunch if you wish. April 22-24 — “The Ransom of Red Chief.” Play pro- duced by Children of the Dunes Arts Foundation. 7 pm at Long Beach Community Center, 2501 Oriole Trail. Impeccably maintained all-brick home. Tix $5 at the door. Unmatched view from rear deck overlooking April 22-24 — “Singin’ in the Rain.” Musical stage fairway, ponds, traps, and green. play at the Memorial Opera House, 104 Indiana Ave., Impressive entry views formal dining room, Valparaiso. 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Thanks to an alert Beacher reader named Frances But imagine me sitting for the first time in that splen- Cox, your faithful travel correspondent finally found did church and just drinking it all in as a sizable gath- his way inside Michigan City's magnificent Saint ering of the faithful worshipped in both English and Stanislaus Kostka Church at Washington and Ann Latin. Streets. For starters, let me thank Frances Cox for her suggestion. And what a suggestion!! Having just returned from a delightful Monday morning at Saint Stanislaus Kostka Church in the company of their engaging pastor, Father Walter M. Ciesla, I can affirm all of Frances Cox's impressions of the state- ly brick church on the hill, and then some. The Assumption of Mary.

Father Walter Ciesla rings the bells at Saint Stanislaus Kostka Church in Michigan City.

I must begin by backing up a bit and noting that A stained glass window when I phoned the rectory, I was greeted by Father depicting the Ciesla himself and made to feel welcome any time for Coronation of Mary. a personal tour of Michigan City's most majestic landmark. When I told Father Ciesla that I was a Catholic from Michigan, he suggested I begin the tour with a weekday Mass at 8 a.m. Aha, I thought, that really means that Mass begins at 9 a.m. Michigan time, so I'll be able to get that extra hour of sleep, and . . . That's not what happened, because weekday Masses Through the actions of the liturgy I was able to move at Saint Stanislaus Kostka Church begin at 7 a.m. about the church enough to marvel at the stained glass Michigan City time, which, of course, is 8 a.m. windows, the grand organ in the choir loft, the paint- Michigan time. ed Stations of the Cross, and the free-standing stat- So I had to high-tail it down to Michigan City on ues of angels perched atop columns throughout the the Monday morning in question to make it to the church church. in time. Even then I was a tad late and thus missed As Frances Cox noted, it truly is a Matisse paint- Father Ciesla's homily. ing what with its light green walls absorbing splash- Mea culpa! es of sunlight filtered through the stained glass win- THE April 21, 2005 Page 55

Noting that the church was started in 1891, Father Ciesla said that the cornerstone for the present place of worship was laid in 1916. “The original church and school were next door. It was an old wooden building. And then gradually they bought this property and started working on it.” He added that the basement served as the church “for a long time, and gradually they started building up. The upper church was completed in the 1920s -- I'm not sure exactly when. The priest who built this church was a farmer from Otis named Monsignor Bolka. The reason why he built this church so high was because he wanted the farmers in Otis to see it.”

Looking straight up at the dome over the altar. dows. The dome over the sanctuary was breathtaking to behold, and the acoustics were perfect for one who is hard of hearing and was seated in the last pew. The only way it could have possibly been better would These have to be have been for Father Ciesla to take me on a person- the tallest towers al tour after Mass, and he quite happily did so. in Michigan City. We began in the light-filled sacristy where he gra- ciously outlined the church's history.

As for the two ornate steeples, Father Ciesla did not know how tall they are, but he said that the orig- inals were much higher. “But they were afraid that they were starting to lean, so they were lowered about 40 feet. But at one time I know that this church was a landmark for airplanes. You could tell you were going to Chicago by sighting in on Saint Stan's Church, because this is the highest point in the city.” St. Stan’s Continued on Page 56 The light-filled sacristy.

A view of the church from behind the altar. A place of welcome in Michigan City. THE Page 56 April 21, 2005

St. Stan’s Continued from Page 55 Father Ciesla then led me out into the church itself where he explained that the stained glass windows, which depict the traditional 15 mysteries of the Rosary, are worth more than $3 million.

An angel comforts Jesus before His arrest in the garden.

The sanctuary at Saint Stanislaus Kostka Church. have heard stories of a fund raiser in which they sold bricks for five cents a piece.” He then pointed out a priceless oil painting hanging near the altar that he brought with him from the Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Kingsford Heights six years ago. “Father (T.V.) Fettig had injured his back, so he spent a year on the scaffold painting, and that used to be above the altar at Kingsford Heights. When that church closed, I brought it here Light becomes Saint Stan's. with me.” You will certainly want to have Father Ciesla point out the symbolic painting of Christ's sacrifice when you take your own tour of Saint Stanislaus Kostka Church at Washington and Ann Streets. You can phone the friendly Father at 219/879-9281. As for the architectural style of the church, neither Father Ciesla nor I can be of much help, but we can “We had the windows completely redone, and our both tell you that Saint Stanislaus Kostka was the son next project will be to put a new roof on this church, a Polish senator who was born in Rostkovo Castle in and we have to get the inside fixed. It's going to take 1550 and died in 1568. He was known for his studious some time, because the roof is no good. The organ in ways and deep religious fervor and was canonized in the back is magnificent. It's one of the finest in north- 1726. Although Saint Stanislaus is one of the lesser west Indiana,” he said. patrons of Poland, he has a grand presence in Michigan Father Ciesla noted that the parish was founded City. to serve the needs of the Polish-speaking people in the area, and he took me to a display case in the back of the church where one can see a Polish Bible and Prayer Book as well as early photographs of church and school activities. “Now we have quite a mixture of people,” he said, noting the aforementioned Masses in Polish and Spanish. “We still have a good-sized Polish congregation, and what's interesting about this parish is that the great-grandchildren of many of the people who went to school here are going to school (and church) here. So the parish has very deep roots. And a lot of this was done through the hard work of the people. And I This Last Supper is set into the altar. THE April 21, 2005 Page 57 Collecting Your Memories or Need Extra Copies to Share?

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LWV Annual Meeting The community is invited to the Annual Meeting, Luncheon and Program of the League of Women Voters of LaPorte County. The event will be held on Sat., May 14 at Pottawattomie Country Club, Michigan City. The Annual Meeting will begin at 11 a.m., lunch at noon, and the program following the meal. The cost is $25/members and $30/non-members. The program will be “A Conversation about LaPorte County” with speakers Mayor Leigh Morris of LaPorte and Mayor Chuck Oberlie of Michigan City. Meal choices are Chicken Madeira, Beef Pepper Steak or Horseradish Crusted Orange Roughy. Indicate your choice of meal and send your check to: Jan 7635 West 100th Place, Bridgeview, IL email: [email protected] Chamberlin, 19 Karwick Glen Drive, Michigan City, Tel: 708.598.6695 Fax: 708.598.4515 web: www.granitegranite.com IN 46360 THE April 21, 2005 Page 59

TIRED OF CLEANING AFTER CLEANING LADIES LEAVE? CLASSIFIED Call Michele, she'll get the job done. 872-4908. CLASSIFIED RATES - (For First 2 Lines.) CLEANING SERVICES AVAILABLE. 20 years experience. New to area. 1-3 ads - $7.00 ea. •• 4 or more ads - $5.50 ea. (Additional lines- $1.00 ea.) Wonderful opportunity. Call Laura at 219-326-7939. PH: 219/879-0088 - FAX 219/879-8070. Email HANDYMAN-HOME REPAIR-PLUMBING CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE RECEIVED BY QUALITY CARPENTRY: Expert remodeling of kitchens, bathrooms. FRIDAY - 4:00 P.M. - PRIOR TO THE WEEK OF PUBLICATION Also: doors, windows, skylights, ceramic tile, drywall, decks & repairs. PERSONAL SERVICES Small jobs welcome. Call Ed at 219/878-1791. NEED A NERD specializes in computer networking, data recovery and HANDYMAN - Antenna service. Phone & TV jacks. House wiring. backup, as well as complete Microsoft Small Business Server packages Sinks. Toilets. Countertops. Carpentry. Full house rehab work. for your business or professional practice. We serve clients locally as well Beach Stairway Repair & Refurbishing. as in the Chicago area. Call 269-469-5088 or 312-933-1731. DR. TOM'S SERVICE CLINIC - 219/778-4036 Visit us at www.need-a-nerd.net • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DON'T THROW AWAY -WE HAUL AWAY FREE • • • HIRE Sue’s HUSBAND Anything which can be used or sold to benefit several local charities. Is your list of household repair & maintenance projects growing? For more information Call Ed. Campion Sr. - Phone 219/879-2934 Small jobs welcome. - Quality Work. -- Call Ed Berent @ 219/879-8200. CUSTOM PC TECHNOLOGIES - Repairs - Upgrades. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Custom Built PC's - Networking - Virus removal - Web design & maintenance. Fast, affordable service. We come to you at no additional DON THE WINDOW CLEANER charge. Call 219/872-7478. www.custompctechs.com Residential - Commercial - Gutter Cleaning - Custom Homes - High Windows my Specialty - Year-Round Cleaning - LaPorte & Porter Co. DOMESTIC HELP FOR CHILDREN OR GERIATRIC CARE. Free estimates - References - Call Donald Munnell at 219/465-0759. Available for live-in or daily visits from May until September. Local references available. Price negotiable. Call 219-871-1219. H & H HOME REPAIR • Light Carpentry • Demo work • Regular home maintenance CAREGIVER LOOKING FOR DAILY OR LIVE-IN 25 Years experience. Insured. -- 219/326-8512. FOR ELDERLY PERSON. Transportation. Excellent references. Call Aura at 219-874-3296 or 219-861-3908. KENNEDY HOME IMPROVEMENTS. Roofing, siding and painting.Insured. Call 269-313-4730. SAVE YOUR PRECIOUS MEMORIES DIGITALLY ON CDs OR DVDs Home movies-slides-pictures transferred to CDs or DVDs CLASSIC REMODELING, carpentry, trim work, hardwood floor installa- Digital Archiving of all documents to CD or DVD. tion, exterior/interior doors and windows, ceramic/marble tile, kitchens, Corporate and Industrial Video Productions bathrooms, decks, porches and additions. Licensed & insured Indiana & Aerial Photography and Video Michigan. Free estimates. "See your Home or Business from the Sky" Call 269/449-4701, 269-465-4062, 219-898-0109. Aerial digital photo in frame only $55 THOSE ONE GUYS CONSTRUCTION. Give us a call, no job too big or Contact: Ken Willard at Midwest Video Communications too small. Licensed and insured. 10% senior discount. Free estimates. 219-879-8433 or email [email protected] Specializing in: roofing, siding, decks, fencing, drywall and lots more. SELF IMPROVEMENT - INSTRUCTIONS Call 219-877-4461 or 219-331-3480. LAKESIDE BUILDERS. We do siding, roofing (including rubber), MUSIC TEACHER - Special Music, Parties, etc. concrete, soffit and fascia, garages, room additions, decks. Lessons - Pop & Traditional -- Call 219/872-1217. Fully insured. References available. Call 219-851-4233. HEALTH & PHYSICAL FITNESS POWER WASHING - COMMERCIAL OR RESIDENTIAL. Local. • • • MASSAGE THERAPY & WELLNESS CENTER • • • Experienced. Insured. Reasonable Rates. Call Brian at 219-879-8239. Therapeutic Massage • Acupuncture • Brain Gym • QiGong Classes • Reflexology • Healing Touch • Feldenkrais® PAINTING-DRYWALL-WALLPAPER • Personal Fitness Training THE A & L PAINTING COMPANY -- INTERIOR & EXTERIOR Dog Massage Classes • Gift Certificates 20-YEARS EXPERIENCE References. Reasonable. www.wellness-specialists.com We also Power Wash, Seal & Paint Decks. Ph. 219/778-4145. Call 219/879-5722. WISTHOFF PAINTING -- REFERENCES ACUPUNCTURE & HERBAL MEDICINE CENTER Small Jobs Welcome -- Call 219/874-5279 Jennifer Huang, Licensed Acupuncturist -- Call 219/879-2100. JEFFERY J. HUMAN INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING & STAINING MUSCLE THERAPY'S & MORE. For relief of stress, chronic pain and Custom Decorating - Custom Woodwork - Hang/Finish Drywall injury. Call 219-874-4674 or visit www.Massage-MuscleTherapy.com Custom Suede and Faux Finishes 25-Years experience. Insured. Ph. 219/326-8512. CLEANING - HOUSEKEEPING HALDY BROTHERS PAINTING - Interior & Exterior. Licensed & FINISHING TOUCH: Residential & Specialty Cleaning Service Insured. Experienced & Reliable - Call 1-866/255-9266 Professional - Insured - Bonded - Uniformed SNYDER PROFESSIONAL FINISHING #1 in Customer Satisfaction. Phone 219/872-8817. Painting - Staining - Dry Wall - Trim Carpentry - Restoration - Renovation CLEAN FOR A DAY CLEANING SERVICE - Home or Business - 20+ Years of experience. References avail. Pressure Wash Decks & Houses -- Insured & Bonded Licensed and insured. 219/874-6615 Call Wendy at 219/861-0458. -- Email [email protected] ALL BRIGHT PAINTING - Interior/exterior. Satisfaction guaranteed. PERSONAL TOUCH CLEANING -- Homes - Condos - Offices. Free estimates. Licensed & insured. 219/879-7199. Day and afternoons available. - Call Darla at 219/879-2468. • ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• We Do It Right The Very First Time MICHIANA PAINTING & PRESSURE CLEANING COOLSPRING CLEANERS Decks - Houses - Sidewalks, Etc. Free estimates. Beach Rentals - Homes - Offices - Apartments - Construction Insured - References -- Call 219/873-1817 Free Estimates - Insured - Excellent References • ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Call 219/874-7635, or 219/861-6328. WARREN'S PAINT & PRESSURE WASHING. HEALTHY HOME CLEANING SERVICE Free estimates. Call 219-872-6424. Non-toxic - Non-polluting. $15.00 off first service. 219/879-5476. - [email protected] RON'S QUALITY PAINTING. Specializing in cedar-sided homes. Now booking exterior painting. Free est. Insured. Call 269-471-5990. SUZANNE'S CLEANING 219/326-5578. LANDSCAPE-Lawns-Clean Up, Etc. ALDONA'S HOUSE LIKE NEW CLEANING SERVICE. Lithuanian lady JIM'S LAWN SERVICE & SNOW PLOWING. seeks more houses to clean. Excellent service. Refs. - 219/898-0109 Don't get snowed in, call Jim. 219/874-2715. Leave message THE Page 60 April 21, 2005

H & D TREE SERVICE and LANDSCAPING, INC. -- KENTUCKY DERBY MINT JULEP GLASSES. Full service tree and shrub care. Trimming, planting, removal. Great collection of colorful Americana. 62 glasses from Firewood, snowplowing, excavating. -- Call 872-7290. 1940 aluminum tumbler through 2005. FREE ESTIMATES Call 219-324-8817. HEALY'S LANDSCAPING & STONE 1993 SEA RAY SEA RAYER andTRAILER 219/879-5150 -- FAX 219-879-5344 4 passenger. Looks & runs great. $2,900. Call 219-879-8239. http://www.healysland.com - [email protected] '85 CRISCRAFT 19' SCORPION. V-8, 230 HP LARGEST Supplier of Natural Stone in NW Indiana New outdrive & prop. $3,500 or best. Call 219-872-4446. 15+ Types of Flagstone, Granite boulders, River Rock, Mulch, 30+ Types of Stone REAL ESTATE New Items: Kewanee Skippers, Platinum Blue Flagstone, Black COMMERCIAL - RENTALS/LEASE/SELL Flagstone, Appaloosa Flagstone, Santa Margarita Flagstone. Landscaping, Stone Work, Ponds, Fountains, Nursery Stock! GOLDEN SANDES STORE AND LOCK Order now to avoid Spring Rush! 4407 E. U.S. 12 (@ Hwy. 212) Michigan City, IN. 219/879-5616. H&S SERVICES --2621 E. US HIGHWAY 12 OFFICE SPACE AVAIL IN BEAUTIFUL SETTING, located on the east- Call 219/872-8946 ern edge of Michigan City. Rent includes all util, + common area Let Us Be Your One Stop Shop maintenance. For more information phone Jerry at 219/874-8748 Colored Mulch - Topsoil - River Rock FOR LEASE WITH IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY Retaining Wall Blocks - Natural Stone Approximately 1,500 square feet of executive office space located at ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 1411 S. Woodland Ave., Michigan City, IN. Contemporary style, ample AFFORDABLE LAWN MAINTENANCE. drive up parking and energy efficient. Call 219/872-0318. Mowing, Trimming, Yard Clean-up. 219-898-1987. BOAT DOCK RENTALS ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 46' BOAT DOCK - SLIP #26 AT HARBOR LANDING.$3,500/season. BEACH AREA LAWN CARE Call Ron 312-467-1944. Leave number-will return call ASAP. Mowing, Fertilizing,Yard Clean-up, Etc. Call 219-879-1693 or (cell) 219-331-9357. RENTALS INDIANA PAT'S TREE SERVICE. Complete tree and landscaping service. HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH Experts in storm damage. Licensed and insured.Free estimates. 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. Call 219-362-5058. LONG BEACH COZY 4/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) POULARD LANDSCAPING SERVICE Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/579-1745. Free estimates.. Landscape Design.. Spring Cleanup/Leaf Removal.. Lawn Mowing, etc. Licensed in Long Beach.. Insured.. DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB Home (219) 879-3705..Cell (219) 448-0907..Ask for Johannes. LAKEFRONT CONDOS -- 2 and 3 bedrooms. CAPPY'S LAWN CARE Winter Rentals -- $1,200 to $1,600 per month. FREE ESTIMATES • SPRING CLEAN UP • FULLY INSURED DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. 219-874-3580 BEAUTIFUL VINTAGE MICHIANA COTTAGE FOR FALL RENTAL TRADITIONS Lawn Care & Property Maintenance One block from beautiful Lake Michigan Beach at Stop 39. Fully Call 219/872-9326 furnished--Charming Deco decor. Air conditioned, forty windows to Dependability is (y)our #1 priority catch lake breezes. Sleeps up to eight persons. Three bedrooms. Two full baths. Two woodburning fireplaces. New kitchen. Secluded ONE WAY LAWN CARE forty oak tree landscape with Adirondack chairs and hammocks. Mowing • Trimming TVs with cable and movie channels. BBQ grill. Available May Yard Clean Up & Removal onward through October and selected winter holidays. Pets wel- Free Estimates come. Call [773] 528-0825 or [773] 281-7100. Prefer longer tenancy, Dan Nelson 219-561-1207 but willing to consider weekly rentals with excellent tenants. SHERIDAN BEACH YEAR ROUND RENTAL ADDIE'S LAWN MAINTENANCE • Residential & Commercial Private, with spectacular views, and large wrap around deck. Luxury Yard Clean-Up • Mowing• Aeration• Thatching• We also do Ext. Power 3/BR, 2/Bath. C/A, W/D,Fireplace. Brand new. $1,500/month. -- Wash, Stain & Seal. Free Estimates. We Beat Any Written Price. 219/872-4446. Call 219-879-2017 or (cell) 219-331-3571 - Leave message. THE PERFECT BEACH HOUSE IN SHERIDAN BEACH 3/BR, 2.5 /Bath. 1 Block to beach. Great big eat-in kitchen. Pool table. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Fireplace. 2 Decks w/gas grill. Satellite TV w/DVR, DVD, VCR. ATTENTION DRIVERS willing to train to obtain CDL! NO EXPERI- Washer/Dryer. REALLY COMFY BEDS! Sleeps 10. Avail Memorial ENCE NECESSARY! TMC Transportation needs drivers. Guaranteed Day to Labor Day, $1,900/wk. Off-season rates negotiable. Contact weekly earnings. Premium equipment and benefits. Excellent earn- Stacy, 312/282-1535, or email [email protected] for pictures & ing potential and still be OFF WEEKENDS! It's not a job, it's a more info. future! FOR CDL Training through Commercial Driver Institute in CHARMING MICHIANA SHORES COTTAGE IN WOODED AREA South Bend, IN. Call today. - 1-800-882-7364 AC0064 A little over a block to great beach. New w/rustic charm. Fireplace. WANTED-EXPERIENCED GARDENER. 1 to 2 days per week. 2/Bath, 2+BR. A/C. D/W. By month or longer/by week in summer. Rolling Prairie area. Call 773-327-7755. 773/935-1855 days, or 773/248-3265 evenings. HANNAH'S RESTAURANT IN NEW BUFFALO, MI now has full & part www.mintzdds.com/michiana time openings for sales members on our wait and bar staff. Individuals HARBOR COUNTRY - Unique cottage with large, two story living space. must be bright, energetic & articulate. They must be available to work 2BR, 2Baths. Can sleep 6. Large screened porch. Lovely terrace & gar- weekends. If you want to work in a nice environment, with a great clien- den. Gourmet kitchen. Washer/Dryer. A/C. Cable, TV/DVD. Stereo. tele & co-workers, apply in person from 2-5 pm (EST). Join an excellent Computer. All linens. Bicycles. 8 blks. to beautiful beach. Sat/Sat rental, staff that has proudly served Harbor Country since 1986. $1,200/wk. Photos avail. A must see. 773/929-2295. NEWLY RENOVATED HOMES. Winter/summer availability. WANT TO SELL Weekly/monthly rentals. GET YOUR ART & OFFICE SUPPLIES AT FIRME'S ••4BR, 3BA ranch on 1/2 acre with new inground pool & hot tub. (2 Stores) 11th & Franklin Streets, Michigan City - 219/874-3455 2-1/2 blks. From the beach. Highway 12, Beverly Shores - Just West of Traffic Light. ••4BR, 2BA tri-level. New appliances & hardwood floors. 1 blk from Shomer Shabbat Antiques & Art beach. 8 rooms, jammed with antiques and collectables. ••3BR, 2BA house. Total renovation underway. Steps to beach & coffee 1004 E. Michigan Blvd, Michigan City. 879-1942. 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SHERIDAN BEACH. Contemporary, spacious, furn. 3BR, 2-1/2BA home. BEVERLY SHORES. 1 HR. FROM CHICAGO. 2-1/2 blks. from beautiful 2-car garage. Outstanding lake vistas. Short or long term. Call 630-852- beach. 3 level secluded home atop a dune surrounded by trees. 5414, e-mail [email protected], www.michigancityrental.com 3+BR, 3-1/2 BA. Sleeps 8+. Wraparound deck. Pool table, ping pong. BREEZY LAKE SHORE DRIVE COTTAGE IN SHERIDAN BEACH Library loft. Newly furn. by interior designer. Don't miss this one. on high dune (stop 2). Lake views, new kitchen, C/A, charming interior, $2,495/wk. Call 773-665-0134 or 773-425-0554. 3BR, sleeping porch. Sundeck, Jacuzzi tub, garden patio. SHERIDAN BEACH - HUGE1/BR, 1 BA. - Across from beach. For rent June through Aug. 2005. $1,700/wk or $6,000/mo. A/C. W/D. Off street parking. Year/Round, $650/mo. 219/872-4446. Inquiries, call Dr. T. Carlson at 312-641-2921. RENTALS MICHIGAN MICHIANA SHORES-ORIGINAL 1930'S MICHIANA LOG CABIN HOUSE FOR RENT - NEW BUFFALO - Convenient "in town" Want to go back to camp? Just renovated, along the creek. Sleeping loft location. 16 S. Townsend. Take the first right after Jackson's Market and 4 bunk beds, frpl, screen porch, deck, gas grill, A/C. on U.S. 12. Available now. Newly renovated. New appliances. New Close to playground and 2-1/2 blk. to beach. Off season rates avail. window treatments. 2 Bedroom. Full dry basement. Large yard and 5/23-7/1, $750/wk; 8/1-8/31, $800/wk or $2,000/mo. Negotiable. one garage. VERY CLEAN! $700 per month. Security deposit & Call Judy 1-866-400-6800 or email [email protected] references. NO SMOKERS. No pets. Please drive by first. LONG BEACH EXECUTIVE HOUSE RENTAL. Summer 05-Stop 29. Call Gary at 269/449-2168 to see more. Overlooking lake. Fantastic decks/views. 3BR, 2BA, A/C, W/D, cable TV, MICHIANA, MI. 3BR, 2 BA, compl. Furn. A/C, 2-1/2 blks. to lake. WIFI High spd Internet, and more. NO PETS/NO SMOKING. Choice $750/wk. or $2,800/mo. Avail. July thru Aug. Call 219-872-7336. weeks avail. For current rates, call 630-337-6220. SUMMER RENTAL IN NEW BUFFALO, MI. GRACE'S PLACE. •••HOUSE FOR RENT ••• LONG BEACH•••- STOP 16••• Charming, newly renovated, fully furn. yr. round. Sleeps 8 in 3BR. Also 3BR, 2-1/2 BA.Fam. Rm., A/C, W/D, BBQ, cable. Private Beach! includes 3 full baths, lrg. deck, cable TV, fully equipped kitchen with all Call 630-363-3176. new appliances, laundry facilities, all linens and C/A. Attached by deck, CLASSIC BEACH COTTAGE IN SHERIDAN BEACH. Steps from beach. extra room with lrg. frpl., game table-a great party room. Deluxe gas grill Sleeps up to 12. W/D, furn.. 5BR, 2-1/2BA. Now taking summer reserva- on lrg. deck with lots of seating and an outdoor playset. Overlooking the tions. Call for details: Linda at 708-784-1465. boat docks, this cozy retreat is just a short walk from the public beach, MICHIANA SHORES CABIN on a HILL TOP. Sleeps 6. Some choice downtown shops & restaurants. $1,600 per week. Call 773-394-9496. weeks remain. Charm, privacy and walk past just 6 houses to beach. MICHIGAN, NEW BUFFALO, GRAND BEACH. Lakefront home, just 42 $1,000/wk. Rent in June for less. Call 219-878-0813. steps down to a private beach on Lake Michigan. Enjoy magnificent sun- LONG BEACH SINGLE FAMILY YEAR ROUND ON DOUBLE LOT 2 sets from this lake-front deck. Golf course and tennis courts are within BLKS. FROM STOP 28. Well maintained open flr. plan with gorgeous walking distance. This cozy 3BR, is air-conditioned and equipped with a hrdw. flrs. & frpl. Comfortably sleeps 12. New separate basement guest washer and dryer. Avail. July & Aug. for $1,800/wk. suite with full bath, laundry & bunk beds. The best and biggest beach in Or June & Sept. for $975/wk. Long Beach. Call 847-251-7494 or visit http://vrbo.com/57932 Call 708-848-1025 for a viewing appointment. SUMMER ESCAPE RENTAL, STOP 31, SHORELAND HILLS. - 1-Blk to HUGE 5BR COTTAGE. Sleeps up to 20. 40'x20' below ground pool. lake. Charming rehabbed cottage. Retro décor. Sleeps 6-8. 2-Baths. A/C. 2 blks. to private beach. Near New Buffalo. Avail. all of June & Huge screen porch & yard. Family friendly. Call 847/696-0878. half of Aug. @ $3,000.00/wk. July 2-9 open; call for price. Call Mark at 630-918-7373. AWESOME, LONG BEACH "FLIP FLOP" BEACH HOUSE!! Only a few weeks remain for Summer '05 weekly (Sat. to Sat.) rentals! BLUE FISH VACATION RENTALS & SALES. Everyone has a special House is located only one block up from Stop 22. House includes all new place, we have dozens! Summer weeks still available. stainless appliances, granite island/counters. Fresh, cool & colorful décor, Homes and cottages from Grand Beach to Sawyer. A/C, cable, lg. screen porch, gas grill, lg. yard. Just show up with clothes, (269)469-0468 or www.bluefishvacations.com food & drink…amenities include: beach chairs, beach towels, wagon, REAL ESTATE FOR SALE coolers, bikes, pedal cars. Call Tim at 773-975-1291 for availability & LONG BEACH HOME - 2015 ORIOLE TRAIL. $379,000. weekly rates. 5BR completely renovated. $1,550/2004 taxes. No surprises. SUMMER RENTALS ARE HERE! Open House April 30-May 1, noon-4 pm. Call 219-879-8239. ••4-5BR w/panoramic Lake Michigan view rents for $2,500/wk. 2 huge MICHIGAN GOLD COAST, Union Pier. screen porches & quick lake access! One blk. to beach, 2BR co-op. Private parking. ••3BR, 2BA w/2 sleeping lofts is just 1 door from Lake. $1,700/wk. Solid construction: 2x6 outside walls, 2x10 floor joists, ••Sheridan Beach 3-4BR cottage on Lake Michigan beach w/huge deck. oak floors & cabinets. $2,500/wk. Builder: SIDABRAVAS HOME OWNERS, INC. 269-469-4924. ••3BR Michiana cottage available $950/wk. BEVERLY SHORES, IN - 105 MARNE AVE. Totally renovated inside and ••4BR, 2BA home at Michiana & Lake Shore Dr. has gorgeous views. out. This home sits on 3-1/2 lots and is a Must See Home. Avai. For July $2,500/wk. Call Tom Cahillane @ Cahillane Real Estate 219-405-8706. $479,900. Merrion & Associates, Realtor 219-872-4000 www.merrionrealty.com SHERIDAN BEACH 2BR APT. Off-street parking. Non-smoker preferred. No pets. $575/mo. + utilities. Call 219-879-2195. Meteorology-Geography Center Dedicated 4BR, 2BA KNOTTY PINE COTTAGE IN SHERIDAN BEACH. 1/2 blk. from beach. A/C. $1,200.00/wk. Call 708-383-2635. A new state-of-the-art center for Valparaiso SHERIDAN BEACH WEEKLY SUMMER RENTAL-Fantastic Lake Views. University’s growing geography and meteorology Luxury 5BR, 2BA. Sleep 8 to 10. Full amenities. No pets. programs will be dedicated April 30 in a ceremony fea- Weekly or longer May thru July. Call 773-769-5517. turing award-winning meteorologist Tom Skilling as JUST A HALF BLOCK FROM THE WATER'S EDGE of Lake Michigan and steps from the Coffee Shop. Washington Park, and the zoo. This keynote speaker. cozy beach house has 2BR, bath, an open kitchen, wood floors and front The public is invited to attend the 2 p.m. dedica- deck to make you feel relaxed and right at home. Private parking & ani- tion of Kallay-Christopher Hall, the new home of mal friendly. $1,000/wk. and security deposit required. Call Ken Potempa, 219-873-9761 VU’s Department of Geography and Meteorology, Can be seen at 108 California, Sheridan Beach. and rededication of Schnabel Hall, which was reno- 1/2 OF DUPLEX IN BEVERLY SHORES, IN. 2BR on 1st. floor. Parking. vated as part of the $7.5 million project. 3 blks. from lake. Quiet & serene. $700/mo. Call 219-923-7246. Kallay-Christopher Hall features a 20-station SHERIDAN BEACH VACATION RENTAL. Sheridan House is ideal for 2 Weather Center for meteorology students, an outdoor families. Upper unit sleeps 7, $850/wk. Lower unit sleeps 6, $750/wk. Walk to beach. In-unit laundries. Weeks are still avail. from Memorial observation deck and weather balloon launch area plus Day-Labor Day. Call 219-898-3138 for info and photos. a laboratory/map file classroom for geography students. THE Page 62 April 21, 2005

The story starts out Off the Book Shelf with Albert Blum and by Sally Carpenter his teenage daughter, Claudette, fleeing A Thread of Grace by Mary Doria Russell France. From their “There’s a saying in Hebrew,” he tells her. “No native Belgium the matter how dark the tapestry God weaves for us, family had to split up, there’s always a thread of grace.” with Mrs. Blum and This story is a fictionalized account of European Jews the boys going one way, who found shelter and safety among the Catholic and Blum and Italians of Northwest Italy from 1943-1945 during World Claudette traveling War II. It is, however, based on fact. The proof can be deep into the south of found in a marble memorial erected in 1998 in Borgo France.They join a San Dalmazzo by the Jews of Saint-Martin-Vesubie group of people head- in honor of the people of Valle Stura and Valle Gesso. ing for the Alps. In part, the memorial thanks the Italians for the Claudette practices “hospitality and safety in these valleys.” It tells of being “hidden in isolated cottages, protected by the popu- her Italian while hik- lation.” ing along the steep Author Russell has a real gift for retelling the paths. “How long has plight of fleeing Jews staying two steps ahead of the the road been her classroom? It seems a lifetime Nazi threat. This book is written with great charac- since she practiced penmenship at the kitchen table, terizations and a lot of feeling. Although this is a work while Czechoslovakia and Poland and Finland fell.” of fiction, you can’t help but wonder how close she comes Many belongings are lost or left on the roadside as the to describing real events and real people. Her research walking gets harder and harder. An Italian soldier, and writing of the story took her five years. Russell Santino, leads the Blums over the mountains. starts and ends the book alluding to Hitler’s early life Meanwhile, in the northern port of Porto Sant’Andrea, and how millions of people had to die because of his a German Nazi and medical doctor, Werner Schramm, twisted logic and hatred. She calls him “one hollow shows up drunk at the Catholic church. He wants to and hateful little man.” make confession. Turns out he is a deserter. His job By 1943, even France is no longer safe for European had finally gotten to him. He was a euthanizer for the Jews fleeing their homelands of Poland, Germany, government, getting rid of those pesky undesirables Belgium and other countries. The safest way seems like the weak and the infirmed. No wonder he need- to be going over the Alps into Northwest Italy where ed cleansing. Schramm could even give the priest the the Jews might be able to blend into the countryside exact number of people he killed. After all, the Nazi and find safety until the war would end. kept very good records. A network, mostly through the Catholic church, fil- Then there is the Italian Jewish rabbi and his ters down news of these refugees throughout the family. Iacopo Soncini sees the wisdom of sending his towns and villages, and families surreptiously offer wife, Mirella, and two young children, off to the coun- up barns and cellars for the Jews to hide in. No one try for safety’s sake. Guess where they end up? On the is more surprised and grateful than the Jews for same farm as Werner Schramm. this most unexpected generousity, especially since it Many other individuals and families blend into put the Italians at as much risk as the Jews. and out of each others lives as the war drags on and Italy in 1943 is a mess. Mussolini has fled, the king surviving one day at a time is the only priority. thinks he’s in charge, the Allieds are fighting in the Many kudos to Mary Russell for bringing us a south of Italy, the resistance fighters are doing what story that needed telling. The subtle blending of they can to disrupt the Nazis’ comings and goings, and many people’s lives, while giving the reader a sense more German troops are marching into Italy. In all of time and place, is not an easy thing to do. If I this turmoil, Mary Russell introduces us to a sweep- were awarding the National Book Award, I would give ing spectrum of people: European Jews, Italian Jews, it to Mary Russell, hands down. Italian Catholics, Nazis and former Nazis.... Till next time, happy reading!

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