Geocaching the Wright Way by Paula Mchugh

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Volume 22, Number 43 Thursday, November 2, 2006 Geocaching the Wright Way by Paula McHugh

Walking in the woods, or even in the city for that matter, has taken on a new dimension thanks to the satellites that orbit Earth. Hobbyists across the globe have joined the high-tech craze known as geocaching, and the Daryl and Bernice Wright family of Michigan City are among those who have become fans of this hide and seek “treasure hunt.” The hobby of geocaching is fast catching on “I don’t know whether it’s called a sport We don’t often think about the satellites with high-tech treasure hunters across the or a game,” Daryl told us, but one thing circling high above us, but geocachers would globe. (Logo by Leatherman) is for sure: the Wright family is hooked have no treasure hunts without them. on the fun and adventure that their global positioning system receiver (GPS- r) leads them to. According to Wikipedia’s definition, geocaching is an “outdoor treasure- hunting game where participants use the GPS receiver or other navigational techniques to hide and seek containers (caches) anywhere in the world.” Most containers, which can range from an ammunition box, a small Altoids tin, or plastic film or pill containers hold a Containers for stashing trinkets can be as big logbook and trinkets. One of the specialized groups the family as an ammo box or as small as a mint tin— belongs to is Spiritquest, where geocachers sometimes even smaller. The Wrights discovered the benefits of geocaching after reading articles learn about the history of old cemeteries. about the hobby in a local newspaper. “We started in February of 2005,” Daryl said. “That’s when I bought my first GPS receiver.” Since that time almost two years ago, Daryl has picked up three more receivers from deals he found on the Internet. Since the family’s first hunt—with snow on the ground and trekking for treasure at Washington Park, the Wright’s have logged over 1,000 (actually 1,102) finds from trips This past April, the family attended the Great near and far. Their code-name, or geo- Smoky Mountain Coin Quest where 25 teams caching handle is “The 501 Gang.” Another logo, sometimes made into stickers, of four had two days to uncover 72 caches. that are easily recognizable to fans of high- And yes, they found them all. Geocaching Continued on Page 2 tech hide and seek. (Logo by Gustav). THE Page 2 November 2, 2006

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Geocaching Continued from Page 1 “I used to be a couch potato,” Daryl said. “Now we like getting out for hikes and exploring lots of different places.” The high-tech treasure hunter said that getting out in the fresh air, exercise, learning an area’s history, map reading, and family bonding are additional bonuses that come with the hobby. Plus, the family now buys passes for the state parks, something they say they never did before. Through the official geocaching.com website, fans of the hunt for treasure can download waypoints (coordinates) for the places they want to explore. Geocachers also can log their finds, give others tips and clues, and learn about specialized hunt groups. Daryl had invested in a Palm Pilot to download the waypoints. That way, he said, he avoids the trou- ble of having reams of paper with the waypoints The Wright’s became hooked on geocaching two years ago. They recently logged printed on them. The only regret the Wrights their 1,102nd find. From left, back row: Robert, Damein, Erin and Daryl. Front row: may have about their navigational adventures Nicholas, Bernice and Hayley. is the need to keep replenishing their supply of bat- cise, and in Bernice’s case, finding that reading maps teries for the gadgets. But Daryl and Bernice agree is not as hard as she thought—the Wright’s also have that it’s worth it. acquired a host of new geocacher friends. One such “There are some beautiful parks and preserves friend from Tennessee—whose “handle” is Mama right around us (in Northwest Indiana) that we did- Dirtclog, makes it a point to visit the family in n’t even know were there until we started geocaching,” Michigan City when her excavating-trained husband Bernice said. is assigned work in the area. Daryl and Bernice can count off numerous benefits To date, the Wright’s have traveled to Ohio, Michigan, they’ve discovered since getting involved with the Wisconsin, Illinois and Tennessee for geocaching geocaching craze. In addition to the fresh air and exer- opportunities. This past April, the family attended the Great Smoky Mountain Coin Quest where 25 teams of four had two days to uncover 72 caches. And yes, they found them all.

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Geocaching Continued from Page 3 and run. True geocachers log their finds. When they ing. Luckily, Daryl knew to carry along a pair of take the found treasures, they are required to replace tweezers to pull the paper free. The geocacher who hid the items with some of the same quality or better. That his treasure required that the finder email the code way, the caches remain for the next hobbyist to find. written on the paper to claim the coin. The Wright’s Daryl said that he learned the rules of geocaching now keep the memento with their ever-growing col- from the official website, which offers paid premium lection of geocoins. members extra perks. Since he was the most knowl- Daryl and Bernice said that companies such as Jeep edgeable person in the family about computers, he taught have an annual geocaching event where one lucky find- the rest of the family how to use all the high-tech equip- er can claim a car. Each year the company hides a toy ment. Jeep of a certain color. Daryl has a replica of the 2005 white model. This year, the hunt is for a blue Jeep. Another promotion that caused a buzz among geocachers Daryl said that events for geocachers have was an oversized cache containing props from the movie, become elaborate. The “Planet of the Apes.” Much more common, and lower- Midwest GeoBash key are small caches with a trash bag stuffed inside attracted a huge crowd and featured bands, a film-sized container. Those, according to Daryl, are picnic concessions, known as Cache in-Trash Out containers, and they swaps, and more. are a reminder of the code of ethics of geocachers to conduct their hunts with no harm to the environment. One of the specialized groups the family belongs to Daryl and is Spiritquest, where geocachers learn about the his- Bernice said that tory of old cemeteries. The Wright’s, who live close to companies such Greenwood Cemetery, have logged a well-researched as Jeep have an annual geo- history for others to read online at the geocaching.com caching event site. Bernice pointed out that a separate, strict code where one lucky of ethics is adhered to by geocachers in cemeteries, finder can claim a car. Each year so that no graves are disturbed, and any worn flags the company are to be replaced with new ones. hides a toy Jeep Weather is not a factor for the Wright’s on their hide- of a certain color. Daryl has a repli- and-seek trips along the back roads. Their hopes for ca of the 2005 future geocaching trips extend up to Canada and white model. New York, and maybe even to Disney World and England some day. Geocachers have a language of their own, and to Next time you are hiking in the woods and come learn it, one has to read about it on the geocaching.com upon a family with a bunch of gadgets in their hands, website. Muggles are the equivalent to tomb raiders— you might just find yourself face-to-face with the 501 they are not geocachers, but people who (sometimes Gang. Be sure to stop and ask questions. Who knows? innocently) happen upon a cache, take the contents, You might become hooked on geocaching, too.

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Bob Kopnicky had an enlight- ening experience at the age of 29 – one that completely turned his life around. At the time, his drinking and drugging were spiraling out of control. He was becoming para- noid and anti-social. And he feared he would lose his job at Bethlehem Steel in Burns Harbor. Kopnicky liked working with his hands, making things. Growing up, he had diffi- culty with school work and thought he was stupid. Spelling bees were among the academic experiences that put a huge dent in his self-esteem. “The two smartest kids would pick the teams,” Kopnicky recalls. “I was always the last picked and Standing like a symphony conductor with a baton, Kopnicky is the first to sit down.” If called upon to read out loud clearly in his element among his orchestra of in class he said, “I’d be sweating bullets.” scavenged parts, fixtures and work tools. He managed to graduate from Portage High School alworking. He’s spent years prowling junk yards and entered the Navy. Returning to Northwest looking for interesting metal pieces, but only collects Indiana, he gravitated to the steel mills. But there, the old ones. “The quality of the old things appeared too, he was required to read manuals that he strug- to be better made than things that were new,” Kopnicky gled to comprehend. To compensate, Kopnicky start- said. “I gravitated to things that were old.” ed taking instruments apart to find out how they were “The satisfaction to me is to take something that put together. He discovered that he could fix things nobody wants and create something that will be gor- that others couldn’t and that he was good at invent- geous beyond belief.” ing things. Kopnicky’s wife, Karen, encouraged him to participate About the time he was bottoming out, he decided in antique shows where he could showcase his vintage to quit drinking and go to church. There he met a cou- lighting pieces. At these shows, Kopnicky often would ple who helped him understand how his brain is put buy unusual pieces of lighting fixtures from other deal- together. He had severe dyslexia, a learning disorder ers. This cycle of scavenging and creating continued unrelated to intelligence. until things overflowed the closets and started tak- “I hadn’t even heard of the word (dyslexia),” he said. ing over the garage about three years ago. “It was like a breath of fresh air in my life.” Kopnicky transformed from a guy who “worked like everyone else, putting in the time and taking short- cuts,” to someone whose philosophy is, “You overkill everything,” meaning you make sure things are done right. Using trial and error, he became adept at creating pieces of mounting hardware that were better than those on manufactured products. The boss started coming to Kopnicky with special projects. A union steward directed him to a patent attorney, who helped him get two patents for instruments used in controlling steelmaking processes. After 32 years in the mills, Kopnicky now uses his knowledge of metal fabrication to transform dis- The red vintage barn workshop of Kopnicky’s dreams sits carded bits of old lighting fixtures into high-quality amid the trees, adjacent to his house. vintage pieces that anyone would be proud to own. He’s At that point, Kopnicky designed and built the now the boss of his own business – Vintage Lighting vintage red barn he had always wanted. It is customized by R. Jerome, Inc. (Kopnicky’s first initial and mid- from top to bottom. Upstairs is a showroom for vin- dle name). Even better, his work place is next to his tage floor and table lamps, along with other items such home on 400 W. near LaPorte. as bracelets made from old spoons. Kopnicky spends For Kopnicky, the business is the perfect marriage the bulk of his time in the ground level metal art work- between his love for antiques and his enjoyment of met- shop. One glance around the room will tell you THE November 2, 2006 Page 11

Kopnicky is one highly organized scavenger. Shelves running in a line around the room hold a series of bright red coffee cans that were scavenged from the steel mill. The cans hold Kopnicky’s parts supply.

Kopnicky uses a wooden pointer to highlight particular features of a fixture.

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Gold Coast>>Lincoln Park>>South Loop>>Sandburg Village>>New Eastside>>New Buffalo>>Evanston>> THE Page 14 November 2, 2006 “Gift of Freedom” Presented by SMSO Imported Sat., Nov. 4th at 7:30 p.m. on the Lake Michigan Fabric College Mendel Mainstage, Napier Ave., Benton Available Harbor, MI. by the Yard creating a european style for your home The Gift of Freedom is a celebration of freedom and the sacrifice and heroism of those who secured it. Freedom takes many forms and it is achieved in English, Swedish & French many ways. The music that Maestro Fountain has select- Antiques & ed reflects these many dimensions of freedom. The Design Reproductions Symphony is proud to join forces with the Lest We Forget Assistance veterans group as the first event in their weeklong and Service tribute to veterans. For this concert, the Southwest Michigan Symphony Available Orchestra Chorus under the direction of Julia Lindsay- by Appointment Grennon and the Lake Michigan College Chorus under the direction of Dan Hendrickson join the orchestra. The concert opens with the presentation of the colors by soldiers from the US Army Recruiting station in St. Joseph, followed by the Star Spangled Banner. Next is William Walton’s lively Spitfire HOURS Overture. (Michigan Time): FRI, Many in the audience will be familiar with the SAT & SUN next piece. It was the theme of a long running tele- 11am-4pm vision documentary series of the same name, Victory 425 S. WHITTAKER ST. • NEW BUFFALO at Sea. Composed by Richard Rodgers in 1952, the series MON 269.586.2244 11am-2pm chronicled the naval battles of World War II. www.lestissuscolbertusa.com Howard Hanson composed the Song of Democracy for the Music Educators National Conference in 1957. He wrote it to accompany the text that was written by the great American poet, Walt Whitman. The last line of the poem might be said to sum up the theme of the concert: Sail, sail thy best, ship of Democracy! Of value is thy freight – tis not the Present only. The past is also stored in thee. The centerpiece of the evening’s program is Copeland’s Quiet City featuring two of the Symphony’s principal musicians, Steve Orejudos, trumpet and Beverly Guthrie, oboe. Copland wrote the original version of this music for the eponymous play by Irwin Shaw, which concerned the somewhat neurotic nighttime mus- ings of some apartment dwellers in a great city. As its way of honoring veterans, the Symphony is offering every veteran a $10 discount off the price of a regular Symphony ticket. In addition, the Symphony will donate $5 to Lest We Forget for every ticket purchased by a veteran. Tickets can be purchased by calling the Symphony office at 269/982-4030 or, on-line, at www.smso.org. Tickets will also be available at the Symphony Box Office at the Mendel Center the evening of the concert. Tickets range in price from $7 to $35. For those concertgoers who want to enhance their musical experience, join Maestro Fountain at his Pre-Concert Conversation beginning at 6:30. Joining Robin on Saturday evening will be featured soloists Steve Orejudos and Beverly Guthrie. THE November 2, 2006 Page 15

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Introductory pricing beginning in the mid-$300,000’s. THE Page 16 November 2, 2006 “Metropolis” Revisited EW ARRIVAL 4th Street Theater in Chesterton will host a pre- NBEAUTIFUL 64 INCH STRAND OF sentation of Fritz Lang’s Sci-Fi classic “Metropolis” KNOTTED, CULTURED, FRESH WATER on Sat., Nov. 11 at 2 p.m., with an original score by PEARL NECKLACES Michigan City composer Dan Schaaf. It is the inau- gural film presentation in an anticipated series of classic films at 4th Street. $ 00 Made in 1926, the legendary “Metropolis” remains 48. a watershed in cinema history. It portrays life set in the year 2000 in a futuristic metropolis split between workers and elite overlords. Its stunning visual effects and images have enhanced science fiction films ever since, including “Blade Runner” and “The Fifth Element” and videos by Madonna. The film production, which included 37,000 extras and cost millions of dollars, nearly bankrupted the German studio 900 W. Buffalo (U.S. 12), New Buffalo • (269) 469-2742 that produced it. Reportedly Alfred Hitchcock visit- Fr, Sa, Su, Mo, 11 to 5 ed the set to observe the technical aspects of the film. The images that still reverberate in the visual cul- ture are too numerous to list here. But they include CM Gift & Christmas Shop the great metropolis with commuter airplanes, the trans- formation of the heroine Maria into a robot, the ANNUAL mechanized workers dying at the monster machines. Dan Schaaf first presented his score for “Metropolis” CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE at the Vickers Sounds of Silents Film Festival in 2001 in Three Oaks, Michigan. Since then he has per- Saturday, November 4 - Sunday, November 12 formed the score at Notre Dame, Roosevelt University, State Theatre in South Bend and other venues. DEPT. 56 GIFT SETS Schaaf says his writing of the score was an accident. The film is often shown on late night television with DOOR PRIZES - DAILY FEATURES Keystone Cop music that has nothing to do with the AKE ISH RAWING film. “I first saw the film this way and I was shocked M A W D by the music and figured I could do better. In fact, the REFRESHMENTS original film had a very fine score. Had I heard that, I wouldn’t have tried mine.” However, Schaaf’s result- 14 N. Whittaker, New Buffalo, MI (269) 469-2890 ing score has received reviews in Option, Keyboard Magazine and Gajoob calling it “Stunning … subtle yet dynamic”, “Uplifting yet resigned…” …an enrich- ing experience.” Excerpts are available at http://met.sud- Michigan City’s newest Pub denproductions.com/ in one of its oldest neighborhoods! Dan Schaaf is best known in this area for his rock opera “MacBeth!” and for his film musical comedy, * appetizers * quaint banquet facility “Aelita, Queen of Mars” and for scores for the Dunes * salads available Arts Foundations Children’s Theater. He will be presenting a new musical comedy next year at 4th Street * soup * full service bar Theater called “Ee Gads!” * sandwiches For “Metropolis” Schaaf used special music nota- * open lunch & Choices for the whole family! * entrees dinner tion that he devised that does not use measures or bars. “The music flows without the interruption of measures, making it more like prose than poetry, not unlike the Stop in for your chance to win early chant music that had more metrical freedom.” For this performance, he has re-recorded the music a free trip to Ireland in surround sound. Inquire within for details 4th Street Theater is located at 125 N 4th Street in Chesterton. (See http://4thstreetncca.org for directions.) Cost is $5 per person but popcorn and con- 227 W. 7th St. • 872-8200 • www.mcginnispub.com versation are free. THE November 2, 2006 Page 17 cottage open...

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Close to Home. A World Apart. THE Page 24 November 2, 2006 From Fernwood Botanical Garden Friday, November 3; 1:30-3:30 pm Knee-high Naturalists: Leaves-a-Fallin’ 4 and 5 year-olds go for a walk to see how many different kinds and colors of leaves can be found. They will make a craft with some of the leaves collected. Please dress children for walking the trails. A snack is provided. Class size is limited; phone ahead. Members $8, Public $10. appetizers! Sunday, November 5; 1:30-2:30 pm Nature Saplings: Squirrels baked camembert for two Rustlings in the forest lead us to squirrels busy bury- 1 1 curry chicken satays ing nuts for the winter. Children ages 2 ⁄2 to 3 ⁄2 with smoked salmon and fontina pizza an adult learn about these bushy-tailed critters. stuffed red potatoes with chorizo and jack cheese Class size is limited; phone ahead. Members $4 for garlic shrimp and pancetta brochette each child/adult pair; Public $5 for each child/adult duck confit pot pie pair. Sunday, November 5; 1:00-2:30 pm mongolian BBQ baby back ribs Winter Seed Sowing: Grow Hardy Seedlings Outdoors! daily sushi specials You’ve heard of starting seeds indoors to get a jump on spring, but it’s also possible to start seeds outdoors in winter! Mother Nature does it all the time, For every appetizer and so can you. Writer, public speaker, and Advanced ordered through November18 open every night Master Gardener, Monica Milla shows you what Terrace Café at The Harbor Grand plants to sow, what containers to use, how to care for will donate $1 111 W. Water St. the seeds, how and when to transplant the seedlings, to The Harbor Country New Buffalo, MI and how to avoid common winter sowing mistakes. Emergency Food Pantry 269.469.7700 A winter sowing booklet is for sale at nominal cost. Members $15, Public $18. Wednesday, November 8; 1:00-4:00 pm Rug Hooking 101 Enjoy the Clark Gallery show, meet the Lakeshore Rug Hookers, and learn how to hook. Receive expert Send a Copy of instruction and enjoy the afternoon practicing an THE old craft. The fee for this class includes a kit that provides all the materials you need to produce a small wall hanging (with different pattern choices). Participants should bring a 12- or 14-inch embroidery or quilting hoop and a pair of small scissors. Members $42, Public $50. Advance registration is required by to a Friend or Relative 5 p.m. on Fri., Nov. 3. Fernwood's Café The Fernwood Café offers a new self-service menu. BEACHER SUBSCRIPTION RATES Enjoy your old favorites or some new items including fresh fruit, yogurt, veggie wraps and bagels. You can Six Months ...... $16.00 eat your meal in the café or outdoors on the patios. One Year...... $28.00 The hours that food service is offered has been extend- ed. Bagels, muffins, and croissants along with coffee and tea are available at 10 a.m. All other items are THE available from 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. except for soup, which is served from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. It is recommended to call Fernwood to confirm 911 Franklin Street status of classes beforehand. Registration and infor- Michigan City, IN 46360 mation at 269/695-6491 or www.fernwoodbotani- cal.org. Phone: 219/879-0088 Fernwood is located at 13988 Range Rd., Niles, MI. Take US 31 to Walton Road, exit 7. Go west 1.7 miles, Fax: 219/879-8070 then north on Range Line Road. E-mail: [email protected] Fernwood is a non-profit organization that receives no direct government support. THE November 2, 2006 Page 25 117 Upland Beachwalk -Michigan City, IN Directions: Lake Shore Drive to Upland to property

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A small craft whose evolution and uses mirror whole swatches of the history of Michigan came under a professional micro- scope on Sunday, October 22. In his talk, “The Au Sable River Boat: Its Origins, History, and Uses Today,” small craft builder Pete Mathews recount- ed details of the craft’s background for a fascinated audience of small-boat buffs at the Michigan Maritime Museum in South Haven. Mathews emphasized that the Au Sable River Boat originated as a utilitarian answer to the need for a small craft that could supply the logging camps of eastern Michigan. Today the river boat has evolved into the great recreational fishing craft that many anglers still favor on the rivers of eastern Michigan. Under construction by the Michigan Maritime Museum’s Small Craft Care Club, an Au Sable River Boat like that pictured was on view during the museum’s October 22 program. A writer on small craft and an instruc- (Photos provided) tor in small-boat construction techniques, Mathews noted that the Au Sable River Boat is also both ends to allow the current to pass under the known as the “Au Sable River Longboat” or, simply, ends of the boat without causing it to yaw.” “Longboat.” Moving upriver, the craft was propelled by a “push- The boat’s history began in the 1870-1890 period er” who used a pole to move the boat against the when “The logging industry was moving from the lower current. As the heavily forested areas developed, part of Michigan to the central and southern parts,” more roads were built, and the boats could be loaded as Mathews noted. “As logging operations expanded on wagons for the trip back upriver. and moved, the logging companies continued to float By about 1890 sports-minded fishermen had adapt- batches of logs down the Au Sable River to Oscoda and ed the Au Sable River Boat to the challenge of angling. Lake Huron. The conversion process involved installation in the cen- The companies needed a small boat that could ter of the boat of a live well for the fish catch. The live take supplies to the loggers traveling with the log floats, well was raised slightly to provide a seat for the fish- then make their ways back upriver to the camps. erman. “The guide or ‘pusher’ sat on a seat in the stern The boat that evolved was 16-18 feet long, point- of the boat and used a pole to check the boat’s progress ed at both ends, and narrow--two and one-half to down the river. The pusher was also responsible for three feet wide. The craft had upturned bottoms at steering. This method of controlling the boat is still used,” Mathews, said, “with the addition of heavy logging chains that are dragged behind the boat to slow it down. Someone once claimed that this was the only boat that was designed to go slower than the current. Today, of course, the boats are transported upriver on trailers behind pickup trucks.” Some Design Changes Beginning about the turn of the twen- tieth century, the Au Sable River Boat underwent further modifications. The combination fish well and seat moved well forward and the boat grew by a few feet of length, reaching 24 feet from stem to stern. The boat became easier to handle, and “the guide’s ears became safer as A canoe under construction at the Michigan Maritime Museum receives some tender loving care from a participant in the building project. the danger of errant back-casts dwindled. THE November 2, 2006 Page 27

The fishing done was, and is, fly fishing, whence the back-cast danger.” Since the 1920s the River Boat evolved as designs and materials have evolved. In the 1930s builders began squaring off the stern so that outboard motors could here oing be attached and the boats motored back upstream. “This W G practice is rarely used any more, and may in fact be illegal in some areas--including the Au Sable and Home is Upper Manistee rivers on Michigan’s east coast.” Originally built of white, or cork, pine, the early mod- ett ng w y els were found to be very heavy--weighing between G i A a 350 and 400 pounds--and were not durable. Some builders have imported cyprus from other parts of the country, and used that wood in the construction. E ng Many of these boats still survive--including the sam- 19 nchanti ple that Mathews was using as a model. Cottages for ale Today plywood has superseded all other woods as S the basic material of choice for river boat construction. Starting in the mid-1940s, newer models have been sealed with a layer of fiberglass covered with epoxy o p resin. The new product is very durable and general- M del O en ly quite watertight. Where some builders once sold their products for House $20.00, a Standard 24-foot Longboat today costs between $7,000 and $8,000. Saturday & Sunday The river boat is still a common sight on both the 1 to 5 (MI time) Manistee and Au Sable rivers. Remaining active, these boats represent the river traditions that go back in time for a century or more. 106 South Franklin Street Proving that the old craft still command loyalty, New Buffalo, MI. Mathews mentioned that one boat that was built 269.469.9090 CaMP with cyprus was retired in 1975 after about 67 years B FFaLo of service--and became a planter in front of a motel campbuffalocottages.com uO in Grayling, Michigan. C TTAGeS “While this may seem sacrilege to us, it’s probably the only thing that saved it from being burned or set out behind someone’s barn to eventually rot and return to its original state as part of the earth.” Mathews’ talk took place in the Boat Shed on the museum campus.

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more scientific mind. I was also surprised to see that my value of humankind rated higher than the Dalai Lama’s. After you answer a few questions, your score will be marked on a graph along with several well- Water Wonders and World Views known public figures. You can then decide how noble I’d like our food writer Carolyn to give us her take or how impressionable you are. on one of the websites I stumbled across this week. Underwater Images (http://haha.nu/beauti It’s about gourmet water. Another site about water, ful/2006-underwater-images-winners). I’m guessing or a huge piece of real estate that floats upon it, that you have to be an experienced scuba diver AND could be just the ticket for people who get bored with a professional photographer to capture the quality of the same old views from their windows. View the undersea images that are shown here. They are beau- world from your porthole, and take a quiz to deter- tiful, and I know you will agree when you log on to mine your world view. It’s all wrapped up in this this site. week’s column. And that “Vote for CyberScribbles” but- Vote for CyberScribbles ton? We’re not running for anything, so there is noth- (www.imagechef.com). In case ing to vote for. I give credit to J-Walk Blog for most you wondered where that of my finds this week. badge came from, this is the Fine Waters (www.finewaters.com/water_food/match place to make yourself lots ing). Maybe the people who have set up this website of crazy signs. Some are have taken an oath not to drink any more wine. Or, free, others are fee-based. maybe they were drinking a little too much wine They can be fun to use on when they authored this hard-to-believe testament a website. to pairing bottled waters to dinner courses. They Visit my website: talk a lot about the “mouthfeel” of various bottled waters, dunesartmedia.com and recommend the bubbly waters for certain courses, and non-bubbly for others. It’s enough to make a Ogden Dunes Women’s Club person want to go back to drinking plain old tap The Ogden Dunes Women’s Club annual Holiday water. This is the website that I wish Carolyn (our food Arts and Crafts Fair will take place on Sat., Nov. 11, writer) would do a commentary on. from 9 a.m.-3 p.m., at the Community Church near Residential Cruiseline (www.residentialcruise the entrance of town on U.S. 12. line.com). As I was marveling at the greenhouse gar- A variety of artisans and crafters representing dens that are part of the open space perks of the Indiana, Illinois and Michigan will display an array soon-to-be-launched Magellan ship residences, I of products including jewelry, pottery, glassware, thought I had déja vu. Somewhere in my years of surf- knitting, clothing, art work, miniature dollhouses, home- ing for CyberScribbles I ran into a similar website about made pet treats, and unique holiday gifts. massive floating home sites. At a length of 860 feet A sketch artist will be available to do a pencil and with 15 decks, the Magellan is 60% longer than drawing portrait which takes 20 minutes. Register for any other residential cruise ship. By the way, it is still appointment at the door. being built, and will launch in 2009. Plenty of time A new event will add to the holiday festivities: to save those pennies for a 600 square foot pad with orders for florist quality, lush ten-bloom red poinsettias, a $1,875,000 price tag. And that is a low-end unit. A will be taken for delivery Sat., Dec. 2, from 9 a.m.-noon 1900 square foot condo/apartment goes for $4.4 mil- at the Fire Station. lion, with an additional $198,000 maintenance fee. For Homemade baked goods and chili will be available all that, you get about 150 ports of call per year, a mar- for lunch or take-out. ket on board (no competition from other grocers), Proceeds of the Club’s events have donated monies and a heliport in case you need to fly over to Al’s to Ogden Dunes organizations, Portage Food Pantry, Supermarket in Michigan City. This ship has its own Portage YMCA, and Save the Dunes Council, as well mini-hospital and an indoor pool. Sell the car and start as other worthy causes. living the life of Riley. The seasick-prone need not apply. Information at 219/764-2822 or 219/762-4122. World View Quiz (www.commongood.org/world view-quiz). You won’t need to take this quiz if you purchase a residence on the Magellan, because you’ll have Holiday Basket Weaving Class a chance to see plenty of world views over the course The Michigan City Public Library will host this proof each year. On the other hand, the rest of us poor gram on Sat., Nov. 11, 9:30 a.m. Margie Warner will chumps can log on to this website and take a quiz to teach basket weaving in this one session class. Each find out if we are wired to think scientifically or non- person will make a candle holder basket to keep or scientific ally and how much we value the progress give as a gift. The class includes all materials for $25. of mankind. I was surprised to see that the Dalai Lama A $10 non-refundable deposit is required. Phone 873- scored in the upper half of the graph, showing a 3049 for more information. THE November 2, 2006 Page 29

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Fire Prevention at the National Lakeshore by Janet Baines Did you know that Fire Prevention Week is always to see them enjoying it as on the way the girls were the week of October 8th because of the Great Chicago sure they were going to be bored. One young lady had Fire? I learned that while visiting the National endless questions to ask and I think surprised her- Lakeshore’s first annual Fire Management Open self at her interest. House on the 14th of October held on their adminis- The arrival of Smokey Bear was a big hit and the trative grounds on Mineral Springs Road, Porter. I am young ones were eager to greet him. One little girl rushed always drawn to events of this kind; to talk with to give Smokey a big hug as he held her 9 month old firefighters, emergency workers and the like and to little brother in his lap. see all of the equipment that is necessary to do their It was a beautiful day and there was plenty to see job. Because Porter includes so much of the National — displays on controlled burns, a huge sand box Lakeshore in their city limits, the Porter Fire with cars and vehicles to play in, lots of giveaways, Department was a part of the days’ events as was including traditional red fire chief’s hats, plus food Chesterton’s Fire Department.. It was Assistant Fire to eat. And, I think what the kids liked best was Chief Jay Craig of Porter who enlightened me about climbing on and in the trucks and ATVs. Firefighter Korey Duvall, Chesterton Fire Department, with the Wright family — the choice of date for Fire Prevention Week. I look forward to next year and highly recommend Wes, 7, Alyssa, 6 and grandparents, Bill and Donna of Michigan City. When I arrived there were only a couple of fami- you check out a visit to any of the open houses that Fire Prevention Specialist Micah Bell with Smokey. lies but the children were fascinated with it all. One occur during Fire Prevention Week. mom brought her girls and a friend and was pleased

Showing how the hose operates.

Shown on specially equipped ATVs are Asst. Fire Chief Jay Craig and Firefighter Shawna Miegl. The ATVs are crucial for getting into hard to reach areas. I men- Eager to see Smokey but not too sure they want to get too close are Fire Prevention Specialist Micah Bell of the National Lakeshore tioned it didn’t look like they carried a lot of water (only 15 gallons) but Jay point- twins, Gavin and Fox. explains their work to a visitor. ed out that was preferable to carrying 5 gallons on your back! I agreed.

Checking out one of the National Lakeshore’s fire trucks are Raven, 10, Sky, 10, A chance to crawl on the equipment, 4 yr. old twins Gavin and Fox are Korey Duvall shows the jaws of life to twins Gavin and Fox of Portage. and Skylar, 5, with Engine Captain Jim Whitenack of the National Lakeshore. Smokey Bear with Skylar and 9 month old Bryson of Porter. watched by Firefighter Shawna Miegl and Assistant Fire Chief Jay Craig. THE Page 32 November 2, 2006 Staged Readings of “A Christmas Carol” This is a “Take-out Theater” presentation of a Christmas Classic done in the same style as Dickens himself did it 150 years ago. Once again, staged readings of Charles Dickens’ beloved Christmas classic, “A Christmas Carol,” are being offered to the public by Twin City Players to raise money for its Building Fund. The readings are based on the very same script Dickens used when he gave public readings more than 150 years ago and feature a trio of veteran TCP performers Billed as “take out theater” because it can be taken anywhere and performed at a moment’s notice, the production is perfect for private and business Christmas parties and other pre-Christmas activities. Both 50 and 35 minute versions are available. The cost is a fully tax-deductible $150 donation ($100 for non-profit organizations) to the TCP Building Fund. Bookings for the weeks leading up to Christmas are now being sought, and can be made by contacting Steve or Carol Sizer at 269/426-4975 or billygoat@birch- woodbeach.com. The script used for this production is extracted from Dickens’ own prompt script, a copy of which was obtained from the New York Public Library’s famous Berg Collection. “This is the way Charles Dickens himself presented it back in Victorian England,” says Steve Sizer, one of the presenters. “Back then, Dickens was as well known for his live readings as he was for his writing, and people lined up for days just for the chance to see and hear him perform some of his works. Not surprisingly, ‘A Christmas Carol’ was the NEW! one people liked best.” “Our production is fully portable,” Sizer adds. “No More props, no sets, no costumes. Just three actors, three Fun In music stands and three scripts!” With Twin City Players Now In 75th Season Time Twin City Players was founded in 1932 and incor- Friends porated in 1934. Now in its 75th season, it is one of Michigan’s oldest, continuously operating commu- Delivery nity theaters. Its mission is to play a key role in meeting the community's need for education and cultural enrichment by cultivating, advancing, and pro- Transportation For Groups! moting education in dramatic literature, expression and art for the benefit and pleasure of all people • Up To 14 People who live in and around Benton Harbor and St. Joseph, • Airports Michigan. • Shopping Trips Marquette Open House • Entertainment and Dining Trips Tues., Nov. 14, Marquette Catholic High School is • Chicago Destinations holding their annual Open House for Prospective In i n i i nDe in i n Families. Meet administration, faculty, staff, coach- • NW d a a/SW M ch ga st at o s es, students and parents at 6 p.m. in the Richard & Louise Scholl Student Center and learn about the high Call Us. We Deliver. school that received an exemplary rating from the Indiana Department of Education. More informa- 219.898.3138 tion: contact Eric Brauer, Enrollment Director, 219/873- 1325, ext. 231 or e-mail [email protected]. THE November 2, 2006 Page 33

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foodstuff by carolyn mcconnell A Taste of Shipshewana

Last Spring I drove to Shipshewana for the first time. Then, at the bottom of many pages of the book, you’ll It had been highly recommended by my neighbor find an adage, a proverb, a saying – each a pleasure. Sheila Egan. It certainly was grand, particularly the Like, “The torch of love is lit in the kitchen” and a sug- grocers and the food part of Shipshewana’s famous gestion in the appetizer section, “if you’ve over- Tuesday flea market that Sheila had suggested. As sweetened a dish, add salt.” a Beacher reader, you’d have seen my article about it The salad chapter is interesting and full of good ideas, last July. While getting info at the desk of my hotel, but I received a recipe from a friendly Amish woman the Farmstead Inn, I noticed a cook book for sale, A I met at the E & S shop that day. We’d stopped to chat Taste of Shipshewana. I found it included many about food, of course, and as promised, Martha Weaver many recipes, all by residents of Shipshewana. Yep, mailed me her favorite salad recipe. Here it is. I bought it. Turns out most Menonites and the Amish love to BROCCOLI SALAD cook. Their outstanding grocery stores overflow with (also, picture below) cooking ingredients (e.g., long long aisles of spices). 1 bunch broccoli I am offering you several outstanding recipes from the 1 medium red onion book, but there are hundreds more and many of 1 head cauliflower those have enchanting or entertaining titles. Many 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese sayings and remedies are also included, some of 1/2 lb bacon, fried and crumbled which I am quoting for your pleasure. You’ll find the Dressing: 1/2 cup sugar, 2 T vinegar, 1 cup mayo name and mailing address at the bottom of the page, in case you’re interested in ordering the book.

PINEAPPLE CHEESE BALL (picture below. I used macadamia nuts, just because they were handy) 2 - 8 oz Philadelphia cream cheese, softened 8 oz crushed pineapple, drained 2 cups chopped pecans (reserve 1 cup for outside of ball) 1/4 cup chopped green pepper 2 T onion, chopped 1 T Lawry’s seasoned salt Blend all together. Form ball. Put second cup of pecans on outside of ball. Refrigerate. Serve with crackers. Martha Weaver’s broccoli salad – yum So many recipes in the book, so much aplomb. Under Canning and Freezing, you’d find interesting things like 4 day watermelon pickles, slaw to freeze, apple butter crock pot. In the Candy and Cookies section: butter rich cookies, bachelor buttons, two different chocolate chip pudding cookie recipes, Scotch-a-roos, Can’t leave alone bars. Interesting names, eh? And quotes, continuing among the recipes: “No curly bacon for breakfast when you dip it into cold water before frying.” Or: “Rubbing the inside of the cooking vessel with vegetable oil will also prevent noodles, spaghetti and similar starches from boiling over.” At the bottom of another bottom: “Love is an irresistible desire to be irresistibly desired.” Later, a Chinese proverb is quoted: “A single conversation Pineapple cheese ball posing upon the old-fashioned quilt I bought at a across the table with a wise man is worth a month’s Shipshewana shop study of books.” And on the next page: “Cream will whip There are many more appetizers listed, such as ham- faster and better if you’ll first chill the cream, bowl, burger bean dip, Mexican dip salad, yogurt fruit dip. and beaters well.” THE November 2, 2006 Page 35

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Prospective students should bring along a “basic tool kit” consisting of a metal edge ruler, The last program in this series will take place on scissors, gluestick, X-acto knife and extra blades, Sat., Nov. 4th, 7:30 p.m., at the Michigan City Public cutting mat and bone folder. Optional items such as Library. Special guest speaker will be poet Elise beads, embellishments, stamps and stamp pads can Paschen, whose book Infidelities, was the winner of be brought along to class. the Nicholas Roerich Poetry Prize. Classes will meet on Nov. 15 & 29 and Dec. 6 from Her poems have been published in such maga- 6:30-9 p.m. Fees are $70 for Art Center members zines as The New Yorker, The New Republic, and $75 for nonmembers. In addition, there is a $25 Ploughshares and Shenandoah, and in numerous materials fee. anthologies including Reinventing the Enemy’s Students are urged to pre-register at 219/926- Language: Contemporary Native Women’s Writings 4711. Gallery hours are 11 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays of North America; A Formal Feeling Comes; Poems and 1-4 p.m. weekends. in Form by Contemporary Women; and Poetry 180: Stained Glass Classes Begin November 7 A Turning Back to Poetry. A six-session class for students who have com- She is editor of The New York Times best-selling pleted a basic stained glass class will begin on Tues., anthology Poetry Speaks to Children and co-editor of Nov. 7 from 6:30-9 p.m. at the Chesterton Art Center. Poetry Speaks, Poetry in Motion, and Poetry in Instructor Becky Graham will introduce a number Motion from Coast to Coast. of new techniques to students of the craft. Students Former Executive Director of the Poetry Society of can bring unfinished projects that they never got America, she is the co-founder of “Poetry in Motion,” around to finishing, Graham said. a nation-wide program which places poetry posters Fees for the 6-session class are $50 for members and in subways and buses. $60 for nonmembers. Students will be expected to bring The interviewer for this program is Professor their own set of cutters and tools. Edward Byrne of Valparaiso University. The pro- For more information or to sign up, contact the Art gram is free and open to the public. Center at 219/926-4711. The Art Center is located at 115 S. Fourth St., Chesterton, IN. American Red Cross Bloodmobile Michigan City Concert Association When: Wed., Nov. 8, 12:30-3 p.m. The New York Theatre Ballet will present “He Where: Ivy Tech Community College, 3714 Franklin Loves, She Loves: A Radio Reverie” on Fri., Nov. 3, at St., Michigan City 7:30 p.m. at the LaPorte Civic Auditorium, 1001 Phone 879-9137, ext. 247 to schedule your appoint- Ridge St., LaPorte. ment. This is one of America’s most accomplished and wide- When: Thurs., Nov. 9, 3-9 p.m. ly respected chamber ballet companies and will spot- Where: Purdue North Central, 600 Vale Park Rd., light “He Loves, She Loves: A Radio Reverie” - a Valparaiso. highly entertaining program of exquisite little ballets This is an IU/Purdue Blood Donor Challenge. All danced to the music of George Gershwin. Act II presenting donors will receive a T-shirt. includes Suite Swing - a sassy romp to Big Band When: Sat., Nov. 11, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. music, plus a few classical ballet selections. Where: Acme Lodge No. 83, 8700 W. Pahs Rd., Season tickets are Adult/$40, Student/$15, and Michigan City Family/$100. Individual tickets are $20 at the door. Phone 800/448-3543 to schedule an appointment. For more information, please phone 219/879-2184 Walk-ins are always welcome. or 219/878-1392. THE November 2, 2006 Page 39 MIKE BOHACEK DEMOCRAT FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONER A Fresh Perspective for Your County — from one who listens!

As your Commissioner, Mike Bohacek will: • Foster honest communication • Encourage new ideas • Develop County-wide strategic plan • Keep tax dollars local • Invest tax dollars – not spend them • Put LaPorte County Families and Businesses FIRST • Listen to ALL points of view • Build County-wide consensus

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Paid for by committee to Elect Bohacek Democrat, District One THE Page 40 November 2, 2006 Temple News Celebrates 88th Year Discount Tools, November 11, 2006 marks the 88th anniversary Merchandise, of the opening of Temple News at 816 Jefferson Ave. Imports, Closeouts in LaPorte. Starting in 1918 as the “Chicago News and Tarps Magazine Agency” in the Masonic Temple, the location prompted the name change in 1929 to “Temple New Unique News Agency”. In addition to the magazines and newspapers the Merchandise shop was originally known for, Temple now features Arriving Daily an old-fashioned soda fountain, gourmet coffees, an espresso bar, gourmet chocolates, lunch and internet OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK, 364 DAYS A YEAR access computer rental. Calling itself “LaPorte's only old fashioned soda fountain and espresso bar and inter- Located on the corner of net caf_” Temple is always open 7 days per week to Route 39 and 1000 North serve its diverse clientele. Although Temple continues to evolve, the history (219) 362-2674 of this store is evident at every turn, from some of the original cabinetry to the old yearbook collection and memorabilia lining the walls. Tradition and history turn 88 this year and continue to burn brightly in WARREN J. ATTAR LaPorte at Temple News. Agent Representing State Farm Since 1971 My 24 Hour Good Neighbor Service Number is Free Admission to Veterans (219) 874-4256 On Sat., Nov. 11, in honor of Veterans’ Day, the Center STATE FARM Auto 1902 E. US 20 • Evergreen Plaza for History and Studebaker National Museum are offer- Life Fire

INSURANCE Michigan City, IN 46360 ® ing free admission to all veterans and those cur- Fax: (219) 874-5430 rently serving in the Armed Forces.Tours of Copshaholm are limited. At the Center for History, visitors can visit Rockne: Crossing the Last Chalk Line, the most extensive Long Beach Styling Salon exhibit ever developed on the legendary Notre Dame football coach and take a guided tour of the 38-room presents Oliver mansion. At Studebaker National Museum, visitors can Janice Koch trace the area’s industrial past from the 1800s to Our New Stylist the present and learn about the Studebaker family, Janice has been training with the staff the great South Bend/Mishawaka industrial giants, at the salon for over 2 months. Studebaker’s critical role in the country’s war efforts The first 30 calls for a hair cut with Janice will be complimentary. and more. 219/872-6977 For information, phone the Center for History at 574/235-9664 or Studebaker National Museum at 2411 St. Lawrence Ave. • Long Beach 574/235-9715, or visit www.centerforhistory.org or www.studebakermuseum.org.

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Bump! As the car pulled into the parking lot, I couldn’t wait until we went to pick apples.

But first we went to the tree lab. We learned that we shouldn’t pick the leaves of the trees because the leaves make apples.

The next place we went was to the apple machines. We saw them get clean and ready 3rd grade class at County Line Orchard. for people to buy.

Then we went to the bee farm. We learned how bees talk to each other. We also learned that the girl bees live longer but have to do all the work.

Hooray! We get to pick apples now. Everyone at least got six.

The last place we went was the animal farm. You got to feed the animals.

The day was awesome.

Lily Bardol picking apples at County Line Orchard. ------by Rachel Yemc, ND 3rd grader

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ND 3rd Grade Salutes Johnny Appleseed’s Birthday

Johnny Appleseed (aka Tom Kelley) vis- ited the Notre Dame 3rd grade classroom and delighted the students with his travels throughout Indiana.

The students bobbed for apples, made Liam Roder is assisting Mrs. White and his classmates making apple pancakes. apple pancakes, and dipped caramel apples. The 3rd graders were quite proficient peel- ing apples with the apple peeler.

It was a great day and the children all enjoyed the festivities.

------submitted by Ellie Parkerson, 3rd Grade Teacher

Lizzie Quinlan is dipping her apple into caramel. Her mom Jacque is assisting the students.

Claire Kelley with Johnny Appleseed (aka Tom Kelley). Grace Troy gets the 1st apple while her classmates look on. THE Page 44 November 2, 2006 Jasper-Pulaski Sandhill Cranes Jasper-Pulaski Fish and Wildlife Area reports nearly 10,000 sandhill crane are now roosting on the property in northwest Indiana. The Jasper-Pulaski marshes are the largest rest- Tom McCormick ing place in the nation for these huge, noisy birds during their fall Builder migration from the upper Midwest Licensed in Indiana & Michigan and southern Canada to Georgia and Florida. Voice: 219.928.2953 Large flocks of sandhills Fax: 219.879.3536 can be seen at Jasper-Pulaski FWA beginning in October. The J-P crane population email: [email protected] peaks at around 15,000 to 20,000 birds in mid- November and the sandhills normally resume their journey south in December. Sandhill cranes also are often spotted during the ty li S fall months flying south over Indiana in high-flying i a b t WILSON i i s s V's or circles. f n a

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Caregiver Plus AAUW Meeting Private non-medical in-home care The Michigan City Branch of the American Assist with daily living tasks, Association of University Women will meet at 7 p.m. meal prep, Dr. visits, and errands. Nov. 13 at the Barker Center. Al Wallace will present Above all, companionship for the heart & soul. a program on Striebel Pond. Any person who is a baccalaureate or associate grad- Trish Harris 219-861-1133 [email protected] uate of an accredited college or university is welcome to join AAUW. This group, founded nationally in 1881, promotes equity for women and girls, life-long education and positive societal change. AAUW supports an Educational Fund for research on girls and education, community action projects and fellow- ships and grants for outstanding women around the globe. The AAUW Legal Advocacy Fund provides Vote for Myra Remmel for School Board funding and a support system for women seeking Vote for Common Sense judicial redress for sex discrimination in higher education. Locally, AAUW supports the Reading is Fundamental Program which provides books at no charge to Michigan City elementary students. The local branch has a number of interest groups including antiques, crafts, and readers. At each meeting, topics of inter- here all year. est are presented to members. soda fountain. espresso bar. If you would like to learn more about this vital, inter- chocolates. teas. coffee beans. esting group, phone Julie Kreighbaum at 872-3720. temple news. laporte. Community Service Pajama Party! The Women of Notre Dame Parish are hosting a “Pajama Party” at Duneland Beach Inn on Tues., Nov. 14th, 7–10 p.m. In the spirit of giving and help- Ted Perzanowski, M.Div., B.A. ing children in the community, the group will be Essential Life Skills Training serving pizza, popcorn and other pajama party snacks An effective alternative to counseling and psychotherapy as they collect gently used or new children’s bedtime for individuals and couples books and new children’s pajamas from size 3 months to young adult. All books and pajamas will be distributed Michigan City, IN - 219.879.9155 • Chicago, IL - 312.938.9155 to local agencies in Michigan City to give to children [email protected] in need just in time for the cold months ahead. Women of all ages are invited and asked to dress in their pajamas. (Prizes for best pajamas!) There will also be a cash bar. Hours: 10:30 to 6 269/469-6151 If you are unable to attend but would like to donate The books and pajamas or make a cash donation, contact Jeanie Shuck at 878-9809 or Sarah Bardol at 879-5123. Villager Books for this event can be purchased at the Notre Dame School Book Fair, November 3rd-12th or from GIFTS • ACCESSORIES any store of your choice. 100 N. Whittaker Street New Buffalo, MI The Manga Reading Group The Manga Reading Group will meet at 5 p.m. on GREAT FALL Wed., Nov. 8, at LaPorte County Public Library, 904 SELECTION Indiana Ave., downtown LaPorte. This is a group for teens who like to read and recommend Japanese comics. There is no charge and reservations are not taken. womens sportswear 219-926-6568 Also available 1X-3X 530 Indian Boundary Rd. More information, or to request signing for the hearing impaired (48 hrs. before the program), phone home • art • gifts • clothing • home • art 219/362-6156. THE November 2, 2006 Page 47 Michael Ireland Watercolors • Remodeling On exhibit: Nov. 2-27, at Vickers Theatre, 6 N.Elm, Three Oaks, MI. Artist Reception: Sat., Nov. 4, 1-3 p.m. • Painting Northwoods MI time. Refreshments will be served. • Kitchens Construction Michael Ireland has participated in the creative • Bathrooms LLC process for over twenty-five years as a watercol- orist/painter, musician, muralist and art director for 574-876-8438 Free Estimates stage, print, multimedia and film. He attended the American Academy of Art in Chicago where he stud- ied painting under the direction of master watercol- orist and instructor, Irving Shapiro for over three years. GLASS BLOCK WINDOWS Upon leaving school, Michael proceeded to live the proverbial artist’s life. In other words he was a Chimneys • Tuck Pointing painter, bartender, farmer, college staff member, poet ALL MASONRY REPAIRS and cook finally settling down as a graphic designer 30 Yrs. 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Formerly of Vidal Sassoon/New York City Dennis E-mail: [email protected] Jacob’s Ladder Charity Event Chesterton’s Gallery One will be hosting a charity event for Jacob’s Ladder on Thurs., Nov. 2, 5-8 p.m. Lou Butcher’s The evening will feature the artistry of Beatle John Lennon and introduce the artwork of local artist, FURNITURE Jet Wittenberg. Cost is $35 per person. Proceeds and Refinish WERKS Pick-Up & portion of sales will be donated to the local chapter Upholster W I N C S Delivery in of Jacob’s Ladder. Restore www.furniturewerks.com IL, IN, MI Jacob’s Ladder, a charitable organization, aims to 4980 W. Hwy 20 • In “The Pines” • Michigan City, IN 46360 • 219-872-1700 benefit special needs children. Donations go towards the ongoing treatment of children with developmen- tal disorders. Jacob’s Ladder is located in Portage, IN. Local artist, Jet Wittenberg, is a resident of Ogden THE Dunes. Her oil and watercolor landscapes include THE ROAD paintings of the Indiana Dunes as well as reflections BOOKSTORE by Cormac McCarthy of her international travels to England, New Zealand, hardback $24.00 and Africa. Gallery One is located east of I-94 at 757 Indian 1203 LIGHTHOUSE PLACE MICHIGAN CITY Boundary Rd., Chesterton, IN. Phone: 219/926-9911. 219/879-3993

Free Computer Classes Technology classes will be held at the LaPorte Hypnosis Can Work for You. County Public Library, 904 Indiana Ave.., downtown • Smoking • Stress Management • Motivation LaPorte, on Wed., Nov. 8th, at the following times: • Weight Reduction • Self-Image • Habit Control 9:30 a.m. E-mail Basics • Study Habits • Self Confidence …and so much more 1:30 p.m. Morningstar (for investors) 6:30 p.m. Introduction to the Internet 219-326-1380 Professional Hypnotist There is no charge, but registration is necessary; Judy Dean, RN, BSN, MA Member Natl. Guild of Hypnotists stop by the Information Desk or phone 219/362-6156. LaPorte, IN The Spirit Within THE Page 48 November 2, 2006

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Ladies, we could not have done it without you! LIVE-IN CAREGIVERS AND MORE, INC. Thank you also goes to Glad Rags clothing Local Employment Agency helps people maintain their independence in the store customers for contributing so many beautiful coats security of their own homes since 1998 to the sale this year. Those proceeds will benefit a Purdue We provide: University nursing scholarship endowment fund cre- • 7 days/24 hours care and attention ated by business owner Judy Mervine. • day or night shift assistance – submitted by Susam Vissing • limited medical/nursing services • medication management • meal preparation Book Signing At Temple News • light housekeeping LaPorte Native Thomas Watson, formerly of LaPorte Michigan City: (219) 872-6221 Cell: (219) 221-1672 and co-editor of the new compilation Home Again: Essays An alternative to nursing home and Memoirs From Indiana will be at Temple News Agency on Sat., Nov. 4th at 10 a.m. for a reading and book signing. A 1968 graduate of LaPorte High School, Mr. IS YOUR CPA YOUR Watson will be home again to present this collection BUSINESS PARTNER? of essays & memoirs written by authors with ties to Indiana including Michael Martone, Alyce Miller WE WILL BE. and Kurt Vonnegut. Tom’s essay, “Back Home on the For your complimentary, no obligation copy of Lakes” describes “taking a spin” around LaPorte “Your Accountant – Your Partner,” Call 269.469.9300 lakes in the family ‘57 Chevy wagon on hot summer evenings in lieu of air conditioning. References throughout the book remind the reader of places they’ve been or heard of in Indiana often triggering even more stories of Hoosier life. CPA & Business Advisory Services 23 N. Thompson Street Now Accepting Business and Temple News at 816 Jefferson in downtown LaPorte, New Buffalo, Michigan 49117 Individual Clients in addition to hosting Mr. Watson’s book signing, has copies of his book available for sale. THE November 2, 2006 Page 49 Harmony House/CASA Wine Tasting De Vries Tire Co. 1260 E. Michigan Blvd. Harmony House/CASA Program’s 12th Annual Michigan City, IN Wine Tasting, “The Art of Wine” will be held Fri., Nov. 3rd from 6-9 p.m. CST. This year’s event will be held Serving the Michigan City Area since 1968 219 874-4261 at the Lubeznik Center for the Arts at 101 W. 2nd Street in Michigan City. Karen Biernacki, Executive Director, reports, “We Firestone Tires are proud to announce that each year the event continues to grow, so that we are now offering wine tasting from three wineries and a ‘food tasting’ from four specializing in: restaurants.” Computerized Alignments The event includes wine tasting and instruction from Air Conditioning Repairs representatives of the Lemon Creek Winery, Round Mechanical Repairs Barn Winery and St. Julian Winery. Additional wines will be available through National Wine & Spirits and a variety of beer by Back Road Brewery. Appetizers will be served by area eateries - Café Elite, Great Lakes Thomas Mulcahy Catering, Heston Supper Club and Rodini’s Restaurant. Mulcahy Builders General Contractor, PE Live music will entertain guests throughout the evening. QUALITY BUILT The Harmony House/CASA program provides volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates who rep- CUSTOM HOMES & resent abused and neglected children under the juris- MAJOR REMODELING diction of the juvenile court. Harmony House provides PROJECTS supervised visitation and a place for safe exchanges for children and families. Tickets are $50 per person. For more information Materials supplied by 219.241.1020 (cell) [email protected] contact Karen Biernacki at 219/324-3385 kbiernac- Pioneer Lumber, Inc. www.mulcahybuilders.com [email protected] or visit www.lpcasa.com

Maple City Word Crafters Ric’s Mobile Power Washing Maple City Word Crafters, a group for amateur writ- SPECIAL DISCOUNTS STAINING / SEALING DECKS ers, will meet from 6-8 p.m., on Mon., Nov. 6 and 20 JULY & AUGUST STEAM IT CLEAN PATIO at the LaPorte County Public Library, 904 Indiana Ave., SIDING downtown LaPorte. WITH GUTTER Awnings Everyone is welcome. The group meets every first CLEANING RIC’S MACHINE and third Monday of the month as long as the library Storefronts Sewer Jetting is open on those days. There is no charge or registration. LEAF GUARDS For more information, or to request signing for the hear- INSTALLED Call Rick for ing impaired (48 hrs. in advance), phone 219/362-6156. Free Estimate Rick C. Sparks 1-269-556-9277 Insured Licensed 1-866-350-9399 Preschool Programs at Library The following programs will be held in the month of November at the LaPorte County Public Library, 904 Indiana Ave., downtown LaPorte. More infor- LOT FOR SALE mation at 219/362-7128. in Preschool Storytime - Wed., Nov. 8, 15 & 29, 10 a.m. Desirable Duneland Beach Each program includes 30-40 minutes of stories, music, and crafts for 3-5 year olds. No program on Nov. 60’ x 175’ 22. There is no cost or registration. “Cat & the Fiddle Friday” - Nov. 3, 10, 17, 10 a.m. (Recent staked survey) This is for children ages 18-36 months and their par- ent or caregiver. Stories, songs, fingerplays and other 219-871-0492 • 574-532-3781 activities are included. No program on Nov. 24. There is no charge or registration. THE Page 50 November 2, 2006

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911 Franklin Street Michigan City, Indiana 46360 219-879-0088 • Fax 219-879-8070 the Beacher Business Printers THE Page 52 November 2, 2006 Travels with Charley: A Late Admission of Acceptance at DePauw University by Charles McKelvy True confessions!! there, and, Yours truly was accepted by DePauw University in yes, I was Greencastle, Indiana way back in 1968 when Janis accepted Joplin and Jim Morrison roamed the earth. and duly Yes, it’s true: Your fun-loving correspondent, who graduated swam (not-so) competitively for Morgan Park High from the School in Chicago, was not only accepted by the former nationally recognized liberal arts school that was “Normal” founded in 1837 by the Methodist Church, but he was school in actively courted by those fine folks. Normal, Illinois. And, thank you very much, I got a fine education at Illinois State, and even taught English in Taiwan for a summer The oldest building on the DePauw campus — as a result East College which houses Meharry Hall. of being a student there. A center of learning on the DePauw Campus — the Percy Lavon Julian But I always wondered: What if? Science & Mathematics Center. What if I had gone to Greencastle and been in Meaning that Charley could have been a contender those small classes at DePauw, and thrilled at the ring- for the DePauw Tigers. ing of the East College bell after home football victories, Perhaps not in the swimming pool or on the base- especially after wins over nearby Wabash College? ball diamond, but I know I would have fit in somewhere Well, Natalie and I got to sort all that out the at a school that the Fiske Guide to Colleges 2005 other weekend when we were on our way down to Saint described as being “like a vintage New England lib- Meinrad Archabbey in Spencer County. We had decid- eral arts school in middle America (because) it offers ed to forgo all interstates in favor of such scenic a multitude of opportunities, including strong acad- highways as U.S. 231, and so we found ourselves emics, abundant extracurricular activities and study arriving in Greencastle at lunch time on a splendid abroad opportunities.” fall day with time to walk about the 655-acre campus I recall that they were saying similar things about DePauw back in the late ‘60s when I was looking at colleges, and I distinctly remember my high school coun- selor advising me to accept the invitation to attend a university that prides itself on having a favorable student-to-faculty ratio and small class sizes. “You’ll flourish at DePauw,” she said, or words to that effect. Well, I didn’t flourish at DePauw, nor did I ever get my Tigers stripes in Greencastle, because there was one small problem back in 1968: Money. As in my parents telling me: “You want to go to DePauw, you come up with the money. Otherwise, pick a state university in Illinois, and we’ll help you all we can.” So I picked Illinois State University on the basis of recommendations of high school friends who were The 655-acre DePauw campus is made for walking. THE November 2, 2006 Page 53 of a school that was ranked 16th among private liberal arts colleges as the baccalaureate source for Ph.D. degrees in all fields by a 1995 survey by Franklin & Marshall College. Natalie’s first question as we got out of the car was: “Did you ever come down and visit after they accepted you?” “No,” I said, “I didn’t. And now that I look around this beautiful campus, I sure wish I had.” Because had I but accepted one of those numerous invitations to make a campus visit, I surely would have found some way in which to get the financial aid needed to attend a university that now charges $26,470 for tuition and fees and offers Creative Writing as an area of study. As soon as we set eyes upon stately East College, which stands as the oldest building on campus, I The Emison Art Museum at DePauw. wished I had found a way to attend a school that now Granted, we found the interior of the Roy O. West encourages its students to use winter term “to broad- Library a tad too dark for our reading pleasure, but en their experience and build on their liberal arts skills at least one us of drooled at the aroma of freshly both on campus and around the world.” brewed coffee emanating from the cozy cafe just inside the doors. What a school!! And what a delightful town we found Greencastle to be as we prowled about the nearby downtown square and explored the Putnam County Courthouse that was dedicated on July 4, 1905. It was all too beautiful for this aging, state-university- educated baby boomer to absorb in one afternoon. The author sadly But it’s not too late for you young whipper-snappers notes that he did who are still searching for that perfect university. Why not take the not take a drive south on U.S. 231 some fabulous fall opportunity to attend DePauw or winter day and explore your future possibilities at University. DePauw University? Or visit their web site at www.depauw.edu and click on “Prospective Students” to see what your prospects might be. Or phone toll-free: 1-800-447-2495. And, if you do end up going to DePauw, please tell them that that old wanna-be from 1968 sent you.

Think of all the “Travels with Charley” columns I would have stored in my computer had I but found a way in which to attend a university that now enrolls 1,294 women and 1,051 men and presents itself as the perfect Midwest set for an arts film set in New England. I know Natalie and I certainly explored such possibilities as we wandered about the DePauw campus on a fall day that was curiously devoid of students. Well, it turned out they were all off on what someone in the Admissions Office said was “fall break,” but the elixir of learning was in the air regardless of their absence. Knowledge just seeped out of the Percy Lavon Julian Science & Mathematics Center and the F.W. Yes, Natalie arrived safely at Saint Meinrad Archabbey after Olin Biological Sciences Building as we strolled past. her tour of DePauw University. THE Page 54 November 2, 2006 Activities to Explore Lakefront Condo In the Local Area: 100 Lake Shore Drive, Unit 302 November 2-6 -- Showing at The Vickers Theatre: “The Illusionist.” Starring Edward Norton, Paul REDUCED TO $385,000 Giamatti and Jessica Biel. Rated PG-13. Thurs/Fri 6:15 pm; Sat/Sun 3:30 & 6:15 pm; Mon 6:15 pm. Also Showing: “House of Sand.” Winner Sundance International Film Festival. Portuguese with subti- tles. Rated R. 9 pm only. All times listed MI time. Vickers Theatre, 6 N. Elm St., Three Oaks, MI. 269/756- 3522 or www.vickerstheatre.com November 3 -- Share Our Dreams Gala & Silent Auction to benefit the Share Foundation. 6:30-11 pm at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts, Munster, IN. Tix $100; phone 219/778-2585 or email share@share- foundation.org November 3 -- MC Concert Association presents: This lakefront condo boasts expansive views of Lake The New York Theatre Ballet. 7:30 pm at the LaPorte Michigan and the Chicago skyline, private beach access, 2 Civic Auditorium. Subscription series but single adm. bedrooms, 2 baths, possible 3rd bedroom, gas ventless tix at $20 available at the door. fireplace, gated entry and garage parking. Updated kitchen includes new counter tops and euro flooring. When you are November 3 -- Eastern Blok in concert at the not at the beach, enjoy the complex’s indoor pool, hot tub Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks. 8 and exercise facility. Price reduced to sell. Call for more p.m. MI time. Tix $20; reserve at 269/756-3879 or pur- information today! chase at the door. www.acorntheater.com. November 3-5, 10-12 -- “Unity (1918)” presented by the Theatre Dept. at Valparaiso University. Fri 8 Cynthia Powers Kelly Baria Office: (219) 949-9700 Office: (219) 949-9700 pm; Sat 2 pm; Sun 7 pm. Tix $15/adults, $10/sen.cit Cell: (219) 712-6788 Cell: (219) 973-3178 & non-VU students. 219/464-5162 or www.valpo.edu /vuca November 4 -- Holiday Craft Fair and Luncheon at St. Paul Lutheran Church, 818 Franklin St., MC. 9 am-3 pm. 30 crafters on display, plus cookie walk, bake sale and luncheon. ($6). 219/874-7293. November 4 -- Fall Arts & Crafts Bazaar at 1st Presbyterian Church, 9th & Washington streets, MC. 9 am-3 pm. Featuring fall & holiday items. Presbyterian Women’s Fund Raiser. November 4 -- “Doo-Wop Show” at Rag Tops Museum, 209 W. Hwy 12, MC. Featuring The Harbor Lights Acapella Group with an after show dance. 7- 11 pm.; doors open 6:30 pm. Tix $15; phone 878-1514 or purchase at the door. www.ragtopsmuseum.com November 4 -- Writing Out Loud at the MC Public Library: Poet Elise Paschen will be interviewed by Professor Edward Byrne of Valparaiso University. Books will be available for sale and signing. Free & open to the public. November 4 -- “It Was Written in the Stars - The Life and Music of Harold Arlen,” Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks. 8 p.m. MI time. Tix $20; reserve at 269/756-3879 or purchase at the door. www.acorntheater.com. November 5 -- Jewish Film Festival at the MC Public Library featuring 3 short films. Part of the PNC Odyssey Arts & Cultural Events series. 1:30-4 pm. Free & open to the public; refreshmens will be served. November 6 -- Memoirs. 1:30 pm at the MC Public Library. Open to anyone intersted in or already writing their memoirs. November 8 -- Transit of Mercury. 1:12 pm at the MC Public Library. Weather permitting, Ed THE November 2, 2006 Page 55

Pokorny will set up outside the library with telescoping binoculars as planet Mercury treks across the Exclusively Listed by: face of the sun. LORI OSMANSKI November 9 -- PNC Open House for Prospective (312) 264-5856 (312) 391-4870 [email protected] Students begins 5:30 p.m. in the Library-Student-Faculty Bldg. Pre-register by Nov. 7 to 872-0527, ext. 5505. Free; refreshments will be served. November 9 -- Writer’s Rendezvous. 6 pm at the MC Public Library. Share your writing with other writers. New members welcome. Info: 873-3049. Every Monday -- New Buffalo Chess Club. 6 pm (MI time) at the New Buffalo Public Library, 33 N. Thompson, New Buffalo. Open to all ages and skill levels. Info: John Calo, 269/469-6507 or email jscalo@local- net.com Places to Visit: Barker Mansion, 631 Washington St., Michigan City. Adm. $4/adults, $2/kids 18 & under, free/kids under 3. Guided tours Mon.-Fri., 10 am, 11:30 am & 1 pm; Traditional Long Beach Cottage - 2211 Maryben Sat/Sun noon & 2 pm. 219-873-1520. Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery, This 4 bedroom, 3 bath has been updated with knotty pine floors, bead board walls, maple kitchen, fireplace, and a newly renovated basement. This charming cottage 525 Broadway, Beverly Shores, IN. Open Fri.-Sun. 11:30 has a four seasons back porch and a limestone patio. The perfect year-round retreat am-3:30 pm thru Nov. Adm. free; donations welcome. for your family or for a rental income property. Enjoy beach, natural fireplace, fall Great Lakes Museum of Military History, 360 leaves. $439,000 1 Dunes Plaza, Michigan City. Open 9 am-4 pm, Tues- PERFECTLY LOCATED, 1 /2 BLOCKS FROM THE BEACH AND Fri; 10 am-4 pm Sat; closed Sun & Mon. Adm. 2 BLOCKS FROM THE LONG BEACH COUNTRY CLUB. A MUST SEE! $3/adults, $2/vets & senior citizens, $1/ages 8-18, and free to under 8 and active military personnel. Info 980 North Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL www.rubloff.com 872-2702 or www.militaryhistorymuseum.org RUBLOFF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES International Friendship Gardens, E. US Hwy 12, Michigan City, IN. Open weekends 10 am-4 pm. 219/878-9885 or www.friendshipgardens.org LaPorte County Historical Museum. 2405 Indiana Ave., LaPorte. Adm. $3/LaP. Co. resident; $5/out-of- YOU’LL BE SO PROUD county; $3/kids 12-17; free/under 12 yrs. 219/324- 6767 or www.laportecountyhistory.org OF THIS FURNACE, YOU MAY Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. 2nd St., HAVE THE URGE TO WAX IT. Michigan City. Tues.-Fri., 10 am-5 pm; Sat-Sun, 11 am-4 pm. Phone 874-4900. It’s not just a furnace. The high- New Buffalo Railroad Museum, 530 S. Whittaker performance Dimension™ is the ultimate St., New Buffalo, MI. Mon-Fri, 9 am-5 pm; Sat, 10 am- 3 pm, (MI time) Closed Sun. Info: 269/469-5409. heating machine. Its two-stage technology Rag Tops Museum of Michigan City, 209 W. Michigan delivers optimum comfort. What’s more, Blvd., Michigan City. A collection of classic, antique its exclusive SureLight™ ignition system is & unusual vehicles & memorabilia. Open every day quieter and more dependable than any other 10 am-7 pm. Adm. $6/adults, $5/sen. cit, $4/kids, ignition system. To learn more about your free/under 3. 878-1514. Dimension™ with SureLight™ dream furnace, just call your independent Southern Shore Art Association Gallery, 724 Franklin St., Mchigan City. Open Sat. 11 am-4 pm & Sun., noon- Lennox dealer today. 4 pm. 219-879-4980. http://southernshoreart.org. Farther Afield: November 3-4 -- “Dancing on the White House ® Lawn.” One woman show by Donna Blue Lachman. ONE LESS THING TO WORRY ABOUT. 8 p.m. MI time at Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad St., St. Joseph, MI. Tix $15 prepaid, $20/at the T.R. BULGER, INC. door. 269/938-3688. 3123 E. Michigan Blvd. November 5 -- Author Margaret Willey appearance • Residential • Commercial • Industrial and book signing at the Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 [ www.trbulger.com y Broad St., St. Jospeh, MI. She will introduce her lat- 616-469-5454 QUALITY and SERVICE 219-879-8525 est book in the Clever Beatrice children’s series. 2 pm MI time. Free & open to the public. 269/983-3688. THE Page 56 November 2, 2006

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Off the Book Shelf by Sally Carpenter The Road by Cormac McCarthy and other places but finds it harder and “Nights dark beyond darkness and the harder to do. He wants to tell the boy sto- days more gray each one than what had ries but the words don’t want to come gone before. Like the onset of some cold out anymore. Walking through another glaucoma dimming away the world.” burned out city filled with decaying So speaks the man, walking with his corpses, the man remembers fishing in a young son through the barren landscape lake with his uncle. But how can you of a world decimated by nuclear war. talk about such happy times when that The reader never learns his name, where world no longer exists… the two are from, or where they are going, “There were times when he sat watch- but then, what difference would that ing the boy sleep that he would begin to make? Nothing is or ever will be the sob uncontrollably but it wasn’t about same again. Birds, animals, even the death. He wasn’t sure what it was about fish are gone, maybe forever. People are but he thought it was about beauty or about few and far between, some reduced to goodness. Things that he’d no longer any cannibalism. Like Lord of the Flies or Stephen King’s way to think about at all.” The Stand, this new world quickly finds people divid- Cormac McCarthy is surely one of the best writers ing into two camps. we have. Winner of both the National Book Award and The pair walk carefully checking out every town and the National Book Critics Circle Award, he strips building for anything they can use to survive. It has bare all the pretension and stupidity of other postapoc- been several years since the destruction, and food and alytic books and lays bare the essence of what a drinking water are becoming harder and harder to find. world bent on destroying itself will finally come down Did it have to happen? In the end, was nuclear war to. the only answer? This book does not attempt to We all know the old expression, “Less is more”. That’s explain why it happened, only that it did. The read- what can be said of McCarthy’s prose. Using few er sees the apocalyptic result of man’s stupidity while words, he conveys descriptions and feelings that cut these two humans merely try to survive another day. straight to the heart of the matter. There are no The man tells the boy that they are the good guys and chapters, just short sentences and paragraphs that that they carry the fire within them. The boy does- separate the thoughts and actions of the man and his n’t understand the metaphor, but he does under- son. This story is like nothing you have ever read before stand that there are good guys and there are bad guys. and won’t soon forget. Ultimately, it asks more ques- Everything the man and boy owns is in a shopping tions than it answers. This is a story that sets itself cart they push ahead of them: such food as they smack dab in the middle of today’s political and social could find, blankets, pieces of clothing, and the pis- climate. We live in a global society, but are we com- tol the man kept always to hand. Reduced to only three ing together closer as humanity, or are we polarizing bullets, he guarded the gun carefully, always wary, ourselves into separate camps? Separate camps that always on the lookout for strangers who could be will someday explode into nuclear war? Let’s not the good guys or, more likely, the bad guys. have the legacy we leave our children to be that of mere- What happens when infrastructure of society is ly surviving one more day… What a stultifying end destroyed? When the rules no longer exist and the guide- for the human race. lines you were taught to follow disappeared in the fine Janet Maslin of The New York Times says “This is gray dust that blew constantly, dimming the sun an exquisitely bleak incantation—pure poetic brim- itself? Can we, as a race, maintain a semblance of stone.” humanity? The man tries to remember other times Till next time, thoughtful reading.

Great Books Discussion Group Computer Help at County Library This group meets monthly at the Michigan City Public The LaPorte County Public Library, 904 Indiana Library. The next meeting will be Sun., Nov. 26th, 2 Ave., downtown LaPorte, will be having this pro- p.m. The book for discussion will be Adam Bede by gram on Sat., Nov. 11th, in the large meeting room. George Eliot. New members invited. Anyone with questions about computer software or Pick up a copy to read before hand if you wish. To hardware may attend and get answers. There is no confirm the next month’s selection, stop by the charge and preregistration is not taken. Info: 219/362- Circulation Desk or phone 873-3042. 6156, or to request signing for the hearing impaired. THE November 2, 2006 Page 59

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