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911 Franklin Street Weekly Newspaper Michigan City, IN 46360

Volume 25, Number 9 Thursday, March 12, 2009

The Young People’s Theatre Company brings

to Michigan City by Charles McKelvy A Michigan City couple walk into Elston Middle School Performing Arts Center on March 21 at 7:30 p.m., sit down, and laugh themselves silly for a really, really good cause. Why? Because Chicago’s legendary comedy theatre The Sec- ond City will aim their blistering comedy at Michigan City that evening in a single performance to raise needed funds for The Young People’s Theatre Company. Why? Because The Young People’s Theatre Company has been mounting Broadway quality productions since they ﬁ rst dazzled local audiences with a sparkling rendition of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in 2004. Formed by Steve Gonzalez and Andrew Tallack- son to give La Porte County youth from 13 to 21 an opportunity to excel in theatrical productions. Members of The Second City Green Company The newly minted theatre company sold out their performances of Joseph and went on to thrill their growing audi- ence with The Wiz and Scrooge the Mu- sical in 2005, Beau- ty and the Beast in 2006, Wizard of Oz in 2007, The Fan- tasticks in 2007 and 2008, and their celebrated reprise of Joseph and the Amazing Technicol- or Dreamcoat last summer.

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that is always changing and incorporating current Continued from Page 1 events. We will do ‘the Best of Second City’ with some material written by alums like Tina Fey and Young People’s Theatre has even bolder plans Stephen Colbert. And then, after two acts, we will for this summer with their production in July. do a third act of straight improv.” You know they attract the best to their auditions That’s where you, the Michigan City couple come in April and produce a show in July worthy of any to have a good laugh to benefi t Young People’s The- big-time Chicago theatre, and that is precisely why atre Company, come in. they have called on the most celebrated troupe from Shout out your funny Michigan City situations. the Second City to provide the laughs for their fi rst- Get the whole town laughing at Second City and ever fund raiser. supporting Young People’s Theatre. Noting that the Elston Middle School Performing It’s a totally win-win evening of fun and laughter Arts Center seats 793, Young People’s Tom Mong- because it will keep the latter company in costumes, tomery said in a recent interview: “We hope to sell make-up, and all the rest for years to come. 800 tickets, and we’ll fi nd seats for those extra sev- And to ensure their bright future on behalf of the en people.” county’s dramatically inclined youth, Young Peo- Montgomery hopes the fund raiser will not only ple’s Theatre Company last summer entered into fi ll the company’s coffers, but offer young thespians a partnership with the Michigan City Area Schools an opportunity to network with the Second City whereby students can receive academic credit for folks. participating in Young People’s productions. And That is certainly on the minds of the members of the Schools are also helping to offset some of Young Second City’s Green Company cast who will be jour- People’s costs. neying to Michigan City to provide their distinctive And well they should and well you should turn brand of biting humor. out on March 21 because Young People’s Theatre already has bragging rights for such successful alums as Sarah Gorecki who went from her bravura performance here as Belle in Beauty and the Beast to seriously knocking on Hollywood’s door in Cali- fornia. Likewise, Brandon Williams not only won Hoosier Star, but he made it to the second round in auditioning for American Idol. And Aaron Garrett is expressing his gratitude to the company for cast- ing him as the Beast in “Sleeping Beauty” and for providing him with the opportunity to direct “The Allison Lilly, Fantasticks”. The Second City After learning that Michigan City is in Indiana not “up in Michigan,” cast member Lilly Allison said she and fellow Green Company cast members Abby McEnany, Brooke Bagnali, Seth Weitberg, Joey Bland, and Anthony LeBlanc are thrilled to be coming to Michigan City. “I’ve never been there before, and frankly, I was surprised to learn it is in Indiana, not Michigan. I do know we are all inspired to be doing a benefi t for another theatre. It’s great to have a live theatre as a cause. We are very supportive of live theatre.” Sarah Gorecki Brandon Williams Aaron Garrett Allison promised that the Michigan City audi- So what’s not to like, and what’s to keep you at ence “will get a little of everything. We have a show home on Saturday, March 21 when Second City’s THE March 12, 2009 Page 3 single performance on behalf of Young People’s become the premier training ground for the comedy Theatre will unfold in three acts and will feature world for the comedy world’s best and brightest, the best sketches, songs, and improvisations from including Tina Fey, Mike Myers, Steve Carell, Ste- The Second City’s forty-fi ve plus year history. The phen Colbert and Julia Louis-Dreyfus. famous troupe promises to aim their withering Because no topic or subject matter is off limits sights at local Michigan City issues, as well as re- for The Second City, their single performance is not cent national and international events. recommended for pre-teens or anyone who is easily Founded in Chicago in 1959, The Second City has offended. The Young People’s Theatre Keeping Company with the Finest

Members of The Second City Green Company YPTC’s production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”, July, 2008 Photos by Scott Allen

YPTC’s production of “The Fantasticks”, November, 2007 Photos by Janet Baines

Tickets for The Second City performance in Michigan City on March 21 are $20 for adults and $10 for students with ID and can be obtained by calling: 219-873-2070. Elston Middle School Performing Arts Center is located at 1210 Spring Street near downtown Michigan City and has ample free parking and is handicapped accessible. And for more information about Young People’s Theatre visit their website at www.yptc-inc.com, and the Second City’s website is one of the most popular performing arts sites in the industry and can be found at: www.secondcity.com or www.sctourco.com THE Page 4 March 12, 2009 Now thru Easter, Encore Performance at Opera House The Memorial Opera House in Valparaiso pres- pick an egg and get a discount on ents two encore performances of “Always...Patsy Cline” Sat., March 21 @ 8 p.m. and Sun., March 22 CUSTOM FRAMING @ 2 p.m. “Always…Patsy Cline” is more than a tribute to ...up to 40%! the legendary country singer who died tragically at age 30 in a plane crash in 1963. The show is based Offer excludes “frame specials” and labor charges, on a true story about Cline’s friendship with a fan One egg per custom framed item. from Houston named Louise Seger, who befriended An investment in Custom Framing protects the star in a Texas honky-tonk in l961, and continued a correspondence with Cline until her death. your art for generations! Mary Kay Steele (LaPorte) who portrayed the The legendary country singer; Pasty Cline and Michele Framing Station a Gustin-Craig (Chesterton) who portrayed her fan, 912 Franklin, Michigan City y Louise Seger in last August performances at the Tues. - Fri. 9 to 5 • Sat. 10 to 4 r Memorial Opera House are back again on stage for (219) 879-2115 these Encore Performances. The musical play, complete with down home country humor, true emotion and even some audi- ence participation, includes many of Patsy’ unfor- gettable hits such as Crazy, I Fall to Pieces, Sweet Dreams and Waking After Midnight...27 songs in all. The show’s title was inspired by Cline’s letters to Seger, which were consistently signed “Love AL- WAYS... Patsy Cline.” The Encore Performance tickets are on sale now: $17.00/adults & $14.00/students & seniors. Tickets are available by phone at 219-548-9137; through the Memorial Opera House Box Ofﬁ ce, 104 Indiana Ave., Valparaiso; Box ofﬁ ce hours: Mon.-Sat., 10 More than just coffee. a.m.-2 p.m. You may also visit www.mohlive.com In case you’re into other things. Like food.

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Shoveling and the time of new life and new beginnings will in the snow is more like it these past months. But come. Pity for poor turritopsis, to get through ado- enough of that. Some of it has been wondrous and lescence, then just go back and do it all over again, beautiful and fi rst patches of deep blue have been and again, and again, forever and forever, and noth- appearing along the shelf ice on Lake Michigan, out ing more. John Updike said in an interview before there beyond the second sand bar, a welcome sight his recent death, that, though aging had its trials, and a portent that we will recover from this winter he wasn’t sure he would want to go through adoles- of our discontent, that there will be a green-up time cence again. Eternal youth may sound like fun – all to come. that wonder, all those hormones -- but deep down Another portent of possible things to come came I have the feeling, too, that it could get very wear- in a text from my quirky son via the Daily Tele- ing, and yes, even a little boring, having to learn the graph in the UK. A headline read: Where can I get lessons all over again and again. When the world me an immortal jellyfi sh? Immortal? That’s an in- seems toil and trouble, caldron bubbling, boiling, terest-catching word. Immortal Jellyfi sh? Is this a every turn of a calendar page still holds a promise. new cartoon character? “Where can I get one?” Who And so it is. would want one, I thought. It seems the scientists do. A tiny pieces of jellyfi sh, Turritopsis Nutricula, is able to revert to its former juvenile form once it Free Job-Search Workshops at PNC mates, becoming a kid over and over and over again. Purdue University North Central students in the Maria Migletta of the Smithsonian Tropical Marine Organizational Leadership and Supervision pro- Institute along with other marine biologists says: gram - under faculty supervision - will be offering “We are looking at a worldwide silent invasion.” free public workshops to help persons who are un- No wonder it made headlines. This little wanderer employed or underemployed with their job searches. from the Caribbean has stumbled on the eternal The PNC students performing this service learn- fountain of youth. ing project developed the materials for the work- So far the little (5mm, less than 3⁄4 of an inch) shop sessions. These students have completed up- turritopsis is the only known animal capable of per division coursework and are looking forward to reverting to its younger self; geneticists are do- careers in Human Resources. Many already have ing careful studies to see exactly how it manages experience in the human resource fi eld. to literally reverse its aging process. This is what These workshops meet Fridays from 10 a.m. to marine biologists posit about this hydrozoan. They noon in Schwarz Hall Room 211. The workshops have found it happens through the cell development will feature informational presentations. Following process of transdifferentiation, (whew!) and believe the informational sessions, students will offer one- the process can repeat the cycle indefi nitely render- on-one assistance to review documents, make rec- ing it potentially immortal. While most members of ommendations for improvement and answer ques- the jellyfi sh family usually die after propagating, tions. Workshop participants will have access to the the article states, tiny turritopsis has developed PNC Computer Lab in Technology Building Room the unique ability to return to a polyp state. These 265 to prepare or modify job search documents. jellyfi sh are now rocketing in population numbers Participants are encouraged to bring electronic swarming through the world’s oceans because they copies of their cover letter, resume’ and any other simply do not die. Such is the stuff of science fi c- documents used in their job application process. tion. Are you watching, Isaac Asimov, from the Workshops and their topics are: great beyond? Jellyfi sh, of course, are not the fa- March 20 - Job Search Techniques; March 27 – vorite creatures on God’s great earth, especially for The Cover Letter; April 3 - Resume’; April 10 - In- scuba drivers and swimmers. Their tentacles have terview Techniques; April 17 - Interview Questions; a hasty sting, sometimes fatal, but turritopsis, less April 24 - Follow-up Techniques; May 1 - Mock In- than a dime in size, might produce just a pinch. terviews The future is before us it seems, even in jelly- Participants may attend one session or all ses- fi sh. We hardy ones who have braved the lake ef- sions. Registration is not required, however, to reg- fect snows along Lake Michigan, endured the dol- ister or obtain additional information, contact Ron- drums of January when it’s clean-up for old fi les, ald Brownie, assistant professor of Organizational revamped address books, new calendar notations Leadership and Supervision, at 872-0527, ext. 5573 and jaded resolutions, have held on. We’ve braced or email [email protected] THE March 12, 2009 Page 11

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Our comprehensive services include: Leopold Bench Workshop at IDSP • Physical Therapy Services Learn about American naturalist Aldo Leopold, • Manual Therapy • Arthritis Pool whom many consider to have been the father of mod- • Medical Exercise Therapy ern wildlife conservation, while building a Leopold • Pre and Post Joint Replacement Therapy bench at Indiana Dunes State Park, Sat., March 21. Physical Therapy and Leopold, who died in 1948, served as associate director of the U.S. Forest Products Laboratory, Wellness Services taught game management at the University of Wis- • Comprehensive Wellness Program consin, and authored “A Sand County Almanac,” • Weight Loss Program “Game Management,” and numerous scientifi c ar- • Athletic Performance Training ticles. • Injury Prevention • Work Sport Injuries The workshop begins at 1 p.m. in the Nature Cen- • Back and Neck Pain ter. Space is limited. Register: 219/926-1390. Wo o d l a n d We l l ne s s The fee for the workshop, including all materials necessary to build a Leopold bench and entrance to &Rehabilitation the park, is $30. Participants need to bring a Phil- We Make Feeling Well Your Way of Life lips screwdriver. 8865 West 400 North, Suite 122 | Michigan City, IN 46360 | (219) 872-2933 LaP. Co. Historical Society Meeting The La Porte County Historical Society will meet at the museum, 2405 Indiana Avenue, (US#35) at south entrance to La Porte, Tues., March 17, at 7:00 p.m. The program will be Development of Interna- tional Harvester Organization. It will be presented by Larry Levendowski, Vice-President/Co-Chair- man of the International Harvester Collector’s Club, Chapter 33. He will address the organization’s fam- EARLY SPRING HOURS: ily-orientated values and national locations of the Friday 5-10 p.m. • Saturday 11 a.m.-10 p.m. International Harvester. He will describe the pur- pose of the Red Power Round-Up Show, the events Sunday 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. and vendors for the 21st annual show scheduled for the La Porte County Show at the La Porte County Fairgrounds, June 24-26, 2010. He will also discuss Our specialty is the authentic Naples Style Pizza prepared the process implemented to schedule this event. and cooked just as it was 168 years ago in a wood fi red Specifi c concerns and questions will be addressed. hearth oven. This style pizza is as much a method of rich Guests are welcome. Facility is handicapped ac- tradition as it is a food. cessible. For more about the society and its museum, visit www.laportecountyhistory.org Our passion is to provide our guests this authentic Napoletana pie along with fresh salads, unique sandwiches and refreshing house made Gelato using only the fi nest PNC Brownbag Series on Diversity fresh ingredients, cooked using time honored traditions Purdue University North Central continues its and served in a warm inviting atmosphere. We also offer Brownbag Series, with PNC faculty, staff and com- the fi nest micro-crafted beer and wine. munity members leading programs that center on the topic of “diversity.” Come and relax, enjoy the tradition of this fi ne food The seminars will vary in style and subject, but with a story to tell, Authentic Wood Fired Pizza. all will share the intent of presenting topics and issues that can contribute to the development of tol- erant, inclusive campus and community cultural 219-879-8777 practices. The seminars will be presented in the EARLY SPRING HOURS: Friday 5-10 p.m. • Saturday 11 a.m. -10 p.m. • Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m. PNC Library-Student-Faculty Building Room 144 from noon-1 p.m., unless noted otherwise. They are 500 S. EL PORTAL MICHIANA SHORES, IN free and open to the public. INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SEATING March 25 – “Disability Awareness” with Jodi CARRYOUT James, PNC disability services coordinator, will explore a variety of issues facing persons with dis- www.stop50woodfi redpizzeria.com abilities. Information can be obtained by contacting Mellin at 872-0527, ext. 5215. THE March 12, 2009 Page 15

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All seats for the production are reserved. Reservations are available by calling the theatre box ofﬁ ce (219-874-4269), or by e-mail at info@ festivalplayersguild. org. Tickets are $8.00 for adults and $4.00 for students.

Claire Kelley, Mikey Stantz, Ethan Vail, Macy Melnyk

The program is presented with support from the Michigan City Community Enrichment Corporation, South Shore Arts, the Indiana Arts Commission and the National Endowment for the Arts.

Sarah Garon, Jacob Smith (Back Row) .Macy Melnyk, Mikey Stantz, Elizabeth Wer- ner and Claire Kelley

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it did not work for me. You have other options—including writing for it or phoning online. Make sure you are ordering the free ones, unless you want to take them up on other offers that will cost you a lit- The last two week’s columns featured websites tle. Do not use freecreditreport.com unless you are that provide coupons, freebies, rebates and the prepared to pay, because the website’s name and url like. This week we explore personal fi nance sites. is misleading. But before we do that, I want to spread the word about two events you might be interested in. First, Public Seminar on Racing Sailboats the Michiana Area Computer Society (MACS) has The Michigan City Yacht Club in cooperation a meeting coming up on March 16 at 7 p.m. at Ivy with the Harbor Grill has announced two free semi- Tech on Franklin. The computer club is open to all nars for persons interested in racing sailboats on enthusiasts of any level and serves to offer helpful Lake Michigan. Seminar guests can rsvp by email information to computer users. The group usually [email protected] or phoning 219-929-7668. meets monthly. The second bit of news is about our Name of Seminar: “New Racer Roundup: An town’s very own City’s Pure Ice. Bud Lies and his Introduction to Racing Sailboats on Lake Michigan” crew have been up in Fairbanks, Alaska, participat- Dates: March 12, 2009 and repeating on May 14, ing in Ice Alaska’s World Ice Art Championships. 2009 The competition began in mid-February and runs Location: The Harbor Grill, 12 On The Lake, through March 22, and much of the action can be Michigan City, IN 46360 (Harbor Grill is located viewed online at www.icealaska.com. Find Bud within Washington Park, use west entrance) and crew’s entry under the “multiblock class.” The Time: 7:00pm CST website has still photos from current and past years, Presenters: Herb Philbrick, Vice Commodore of plus webcams of the participants. You can see Bud Sail, Michigan City Yacht Club and Jennie Girton, and his teammates Alfred Arroyo, Stan Horn and Director John Crumpacker on their entry, “Vision” at site 21. The general public is invited to attend an infor- They are the only entry representing Indiana. They mational seminar about the Michigan City Yacht are competing against teams from China, Russia, Club sail boat racing program. MCYC sponsors France, Alaska, Pennsylvania, and other places. weekly races from May thru September. Opportu- Have a look. nities abound for those who would like to try the Wise Bread (www.wisebread.com). I found this sport for fun. Interested crew persons are matched to be a good place to launch my review of various with open spots on racing boats. Skippers have blogs fi lled with advice about personal fi nance. The their choice of participating in a relaxed JAM (Jib links are very good, but then the site is also good for and Main only) class or setting a chute in one of two learning all manner of what I will call money-han- competitive Spinnaker classes. dling strategies. The categories are broken down The evening seminar is designed to help boat into Frugal Living, Career & Income, Life Hacks, owners and crew get a feel for the sail race experi- Deals and Coupons, and Personal Finance. ence and, ultimately be prepared to join in a fi rst Bargaineering (www.bargaineering.com). It did race with confi dence. The discussion will be tailored not take long for me to become immersed in some of to those in attendance. Topics include the basics of the articles archived here. I’m guessing this blogger crew etiquette, navigating the course from start to is college age or thereabouts, because he mentions fi nish, signals and communications, and basic rules how dumpster diving in the dorm lead to a profi t- of racing. Join us for a lively evening of sailing talk. able side income. Another article was about the Contact: For more information, contact Jennie Fine Art of Line Drying Laundry. I am an expert Girton at [email protected], ph. 219-929-7668 at that one, and live where no one tells me I cannot or visit the club’s Web site at www.mcyc.com hang laundry outdoors. Been doing it for years and have no intention to stop. Anyway, I liked the ease of reading this blog. Duneland Weaver’s Guild Credit Karma (www.creditkarma.com).Advice I The Duneland Weaver’s Guild will meet on Sat., learned from one of the blogs mentioned above led March 14th, at 10:00 a.m. at the Westchester Public me to this site, which purportedly gives you your Library Annex, 100 West Indiana Street, Chester- credit score free of charge. I did not plug in my info ton, Indiana. This month’s program will be “Over- to check it out, but I understand that the score you shot Revisited.” receive is not quite the same as FICO—just close Coffee, tea and refreshments will be served. Meet- enough. For your credit report, use www.annual- ings are open to the public. They encourage not yet creditreport.com and scroll and read carefully. They weavers and non weavers to come and participate tell you that you can obtain it online with just the in the programs. If you have any questions, contact last four digits of your social security number, but Karen at 219-659-8550. 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Since 1950 PNC American Sign Language Club Purdue University North Central American Sign UPHOLSTERY • DRAPERIES • CARPETS • BLINDS Language Club will host an ASL Game Night on Thurs., March 12 from 6-8:30 p.m. in the PNC 25% off Library-Student-Faculty Building Room 144. The event is free and open to the public. Children are Fabric Roman Shades welcome to attend with their parents or an adult. The evening will open with sandwiches and Free IN HOME Estimates drinks at 5:45 p.m. There will be a Children’s Hour www.mcinteriorsin.com 6-7 p.m. Hearing and deaf children invited to at- 1102 Franklin St., Michigan City HOURS tend. 219-872-7236/37 M-F 9:30-5:30 Special guest for the evening is Nina Coyer, a 800-949-4530 Sat. 9:30-3:30 deaf ASL interpreter and professor at Eastern Ken- tucky University, who is a frequent guest of the ASL Club at PNC. She will lead attendees in ASL humor, story telling and games. NEVER TOO LATE FITNESS ASL Game Night will be a fun, casual event for IT’S TIME all to enjoy through participation or as an observer. Guests of all ASL abilities are welcome – whether a beginner, ﬂ uent, or simply interested in knowing Steve Ochoa more. This is an appropriate time to practice ASL Certiﬁ ed Fitness Trainer to better communicate with friends, co-workers or family members. Further information: contact Joanna Witulski at [email protected] and information about ASL at Purdue North Central and the ASL Club PO Box 9326 from Karen Donah, PNC continuing lecturer and Michigan City, IN 46361 Cell # 219-873-6591 Coordinator of American Sign Language, at 872- 0527, ext. 5432 or [email protected]

Films on DVD Series at the Library Ye Olde Benny’s Michigan City Public Library will show the movie “Happy-Go-Lucky” on Sun., March 15 at 2 p.m. The program is free and open to the public. Now Serving Directed by Mike Leigh, Poppy (played by Sally Hawkins) is an irrepressibly free-spirited school CHICAGO STYLE teacher who brings an infectious laugh and sense of optimism to every situation. Her perspective is STUFFED PIZZA tested with a series of events that beg the question, glass half full or half empty? The ﬁ lm offers a touch- ing, truthful and life-afﬁ rming exploration of one of $2.00 off Large Pizza life’s greatest mysteries: happiness. with this ad Expires May 1, 2009 YOUR LICORICE WBEZ #HICAGO0UBLIC2ADIO (219) 874-3663 or (219) 874-FOOD CENTER -ARCH 3101 E. U.S. 12 at Karwick Rd. &UNDRAISER 7EWILLDONATE 7HETHERYOURETHECOOKER BAKEROREATER -OLLY"EASHASOVEROPTIONS % &/2!,,9/52"!+).'.%%$3&/2!, GLUTEN OFYOURPRE TAX s3UGAR&REE'LUTEN&REE0RODUCTS3 PURCHASE FREE s/RGANIC +OSHER6EGAN0RODUCTSs,OCAL(ONEYS s#OFFEES4EASs 3PICESs.UTSs#ANDIES 0LEASEIDENTIFY s#HOCOLATESs3OUPS"AKING)NGREDIENTS YOURINTEREST TERRIFIC )NDIAN"OUNDARY2OADs#HESTERTON ). TEAS sWWWMOLLYBEASCOMs-ON 4HU &RI 3AT 3UN In the Galleria Center, next to El Salto, just east of Hwy. 49 near the I-94 interchange. THE March 12, 2009 Page 21 Listen Up, Ladies!

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Daughter Jane Arrived, At Last

Yes, she’s a very busy woman who lives and works in Chicago. She’s a freelance writer and is totally FIESTA DIP immersed in that work, including a book she’ll soon 8 oz. cream cheese, softened be publishing. Finally coming to Michigan City to 1 tsp. chili powder visit her mom, ﬁ rst time since Christmas, we ﬁ rst 2 T. minced onion drove to Sawyer MI to deliver last week’s Beach- 1 T. chopped coriander (or cilantro) er story to Chef Joe. We made several stops before 4 oz. can milk green chilies, drained and chopped reaching home and getting on my phone to invite 4 oz. can pitted black olives my supper club neighbors over – Pat Latchford, 5 – 10” whole wheat tortillas (or, as I did, served Donna Hennard and Patti Marth – to further enter- tortilla chips) tain her. (And I’d quietly already invited a bunch of In a bowl, stir together cream cheese and my fellow-bridge-players to come a bit later, same chili powder until smooth. Stir in onion, cori- evening. Jane was indeed surprised when my local ander, chilies, olives and salt/pepper to taste, friends came into the room – She’d never met them stirring until well blended. Serve at room temp before. We had grand food (recipes below) and many with salsa and the chips. Makes about 30 hors laughs and, no, we did not play bridge. Jane had d’oeuvres. to take off rather early the next morning -- her car had broken down here in Michigan City, so she rode home with a tow truck and its driver. What a weekend.

We then stopped at Brewsters and shared a glass of wine Jane’s day – we delivered Beacher stories to Chef Joe in Sawyer

PIGS IN BLANKETS (This recipe has already appeared in the Beacher, but it’s so good it should print twice or more!) 1 sheet puff pastry (half a 17 3-oz. pkg.), thawed 1 pkg. (12 oz.) cocktail franks, patted dry 1 large egg, lightly beaten 2 to 3 tsp. poppy seeds We wanted to go to New ketchup or mustard, for serving Buffalo’s Tinder Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Unfold pastry Box – they on a work surface. Using a pizza cutter or knife, seem to be closed cut pastry into 10 equal strips; cut each strip crosswise into thirds (to yield 30 1-by-3” pcs.). Wrap a strip of pastry around each frank, and place, seam side down, 2” apart on a rimmed baking sheet. Brush top of pastry with egg; sprinkle with poppy seeds. Bake until golden, 25 to 30 minutes. Serve with ketchup or mustard. Makes 30. THE March 12, 2009 Page 23

TAPENADE 1/2 lb. large Greek-style black olives, pitted 4 anchovy ﬁ llets 3 T. capers 1 garlic clove, peeled, crushed with salt small pinch red pepper 1/2 tsp. savory or thyme 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil Coarsely puree the olives, anchovies, capers, garlic, red pepper and savory in a food proces- sor. Add the olive oil and process only until the mixture is combined.

Party began at 5:00 – Donna, Patti, Pat and Jane smiled…..

Diane de Kuyper had brought us some excellent wine from Australia

Then the door bell rang and in came Bridgettes Jean, Diane, Carol and Molly to surprise Jane

PROSCIUTTO WRAPPED OLIVES 1 or 2 cans large pitted black olives whole Gruyere or Parmesan cheese thinly sliced Prosciutto ham Cut cheese into 1/4” pcs., stuff one piece into each olive. Cut prosciutto into 3 x 1/2” strips. Fold ea. strip lengthwise once to form 3 x 1/4” strips. Wrap a strip around ea. olive; secure with hors d’oeuvre picks. Place on lettuce lined plate. Cover and chill up to 24 hours before serving. Can be served either cold or at room temp.

Lots of conversation, too

Next morning daughter Jane got a ride to Chicago in a truck that carried The food was divine as well as pretty her own battered car THE Page 24 March 12, 2009 NPR Fundraiser at Molly Bea’s Molly Bea’s INGREDIENTS, at 761 Indian Boundary Rd. in Chesterton, is participating in the March fundraiser for Chicago Public Radio 91.5, WBEZ-FM, and hopes that its customers will do so as well. Molly Bea’s will donate to Chicago Public Radio 10% of the pretax amount of every sale during the month of March in which the customer identiﬁ es him/herself as a WBEZ listener at the time of purchase. Molly Bea’s ads in The Beacher and other publi- cations will feature this fundraiser, but customers need not bring in the ads to participate. All they need to do is to say “I’m a WBEZ listener” when they make their purchase, the pretax amount will be recorded, and 10% will be contributed to WBEZ at the end of the month. Unexpired coupons featuring the Molly Bea’s 20% discount offer will continue to be honored, but not for a transaction in which the Chicago Public Radio donation is made. Chicago Public Radio makes an indispensable contribution to public awareness of news, business affairs and the arts in the Chicago metropolitan area, and Molly Bea’s is proud to work with WBEZ on its March fundraiser. Anyone desiring further information may phone Molly Bea’s at 219-983- 9401 or visit www.mollybeas.com

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Lakeshore Woman’s Club T Bones Pier II Members and guestx of the Lakeshore Woman’s Club met at Simeon Square on February 7 for a Next to the Blue Heron Inn midwinter afternoon of fun and fellowship. Lake Side Dining The annual card party will be held on April 23 Great steaks & seafood prepared on our wood burning grill at Skwiat Post. The State Convention will be held April 24 and 25 in Indianapolis. Blue Heron Inn 1110 Lakeside St. LaPorte, IN 46350 The next meeting will be held on March 14, at the 800-575-3880 Michigan City Public Library, with a catered lunch. [email protected] • www.pleastshore.com George Neagu will present a program on the Roma- nian Gardens at International Friendship Gardens. The Fine Arts Department will meet on March 16 at Feallock House. Each member is asked to bring a treasure for sharing. The American Home & Gar- den Department will meet on March 17 at Sterling House to play cards and provide treats for residents. Lakeshore Woman’s Club is open for membership for all women in LaPorte County and nearby. For further information on the club or either of the departments, call Nancy Ryding, 871-0775. Tom McCormick Builder Housing Needed for Park Employees Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore has a serious Licensed in Indiana & Michigan need to obtain housing for the coming summer for Voice: 219.928.2953 the park’s seasonal workforce of park rangers, in- terpreters, and research aids, according to Super- Fax: 219.879.3536 intendent Constantine Dillon. Persons interested email: [email protected] should contact Administrative Program Assistant Diane Daum, at 219-395-1751. THE March 12, 2009 Page 27 An American Girl Afternoon! SSufferinguffering ffromrom JJointoint PPainain oorr MMuscleuscle IInjuries?njuries? Treat your special American Girl Doll to a Cook- ing and Crafts afternoon at The Cracked Egg Cook- Introductory offer - $50.00 - your choice of a 50 minute - ing School, 2613 E US 12, Michigan City. Make Deep Muscle or Zero Balancing session something for yourself and a little something for By appointment 269.830.3320 your favorite doll! The date is Sun., March 15, noon- Christina Karamesines NCBTMB Instructor/Bodyworker 2 p.m. Cost is $35 for both of you. Phone to reserve www.karamesinesdmt.com Long Beach, IN (219) 210-3920 or go to www.crackedeggcooking.com

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°° * /1, ÊÊ" WARREN J. ATTAR ",/ Ê 6-",°°° Agent Representing State Farm Since 1971 °°°ÜÀ}ÊÊÞÕÀÊLi >vÊÜÌ My 24 Hour Good Neighbor Service Number is >ÊÀiV}âi`ÊÀÌ}>}iÊiìÀ° ° >Ê>Ê-ÜiÌâÊ>ÌÊ (219) 874-4256 STATE FARM %53s%VERGREEN0LAZA ÊÓ£®ÊnÇ£ÓÓxÓ° Auto Life Fire -ICHIGAN#ITY ). INSURANCE &AX !.!3$!14RADED#OMPANY3YMBOL(".# ÜÜÜ°>VViÃÃ Àâ°V ® 9 +0#!Ë.-7 ËVË.!. Ë 7 Â WARRENATTARCOM THE Page 28 March 12, 2009 Activities to Explore In the Local Area: March 12 -- Chess Club at MC Public Library. For life insurance, For anyone 10 yrs. and up to learn and play. 3:30-5 pm every Thursday afternoon. call a good neighbor. March 12-16 -- At the Vickers Theatre: “Doubt.” Starring Meryl Streep, Phillip Seymour Hoffman. Call me and I’ll help you get the right life insurance Golden Globe nominee and 5 Academy Award nomi- for you and your family. nations. Rated PG-13. Thurs/Fri 9 pm; Sat/Sun 3:45 & 9 pm; Mon 9 pm. All times MI time. Also showing: “Frost/Nixon.” Starring Frank Langella. Golden Globe winner & 5 Academy Award nomina- tions .Thurs thru Mon 6:15 pm. Vickers Theatre, 6 James E Eriksson, Agent N Elm St., Three Oaks, MI. 269/756-3522 or www. 405 Johnson Road Michigan City, IN 46360 vickerstheatre.com Bus: 219-874-6360 [email protected] March 13-15 -- “Schoolhouse Rock Live! Jr.” Festival Players Guild’s Annual Student Theatre Workshop production. Fri/7:30 pm, Sat/3 & &:30 pm, Sun/3 pm. Tix $8/adults, $4/students; reserve at 874-4269. Michigan City Mainstreet Theatre, 807 Franklin St., MC. March 13-15 -- LaPorte Little Theatre, corner “A” & 3rd streets, LaPorte, presents “Bleacher Bums.” Fri/Sat 7:30 pm; Sun 2 pm. Tix $10; reserve at 219/362-5113. March 14 -- 9th Annual Runnin With the Irish statefarm.com® State Farm Life Insurance Company (Not licensed in MA, NY or WI), State Farm Life and Accident Assurance Company 5K Run & Walk at Indiana Dunes State Park. Reg- P062046 12/06 (Licensed in NY and WI) - Bloomington, IL ister 7 am. Fees: $10/family fun run, $15/5K run & walk for students & $20/adults. www.stpatsparish. org. Info: Alisha Brown, 219/929-4631. March 14 -- Duneland Weavers Guild meeting. • Residential 10 am at Westchester Public Library Annex, 100 W. Indiana St., Chesterton. Proram & refreshments. • Commercial Guests are always welcome. Karen: 219-659-8550. March 14 -- Poi Dog Pondering in concert at The Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks, • Remodeling MI. 8 pm MI time. Tix $20; 269/756-3879. March 14 -- 7th Annual Zoobiliee Ball: “Where • New the Wild Things Are.” Fundraiser for Washington Construction Park Zoo. 6-11 pm at Blue Chip Casino Grand Ball- room. Drink, dine, dance, auction--black tie option- • Kitchens 830 Karwick Road al. Tix $100. RSVP 873-1425 by March 5 or email Michigan City, IN [email protected] (219) 874-6224 March 14 -- Opening reception for “Animation: • Bathrooms Ideas That Move” at the Lubeznik Center for the We Provide Custom Service Arts, 101 W. 2nd. St., MC. 7-9 pm. Featuring stu- • Windows at a Competitive Price dents from Columbia College Chicago. March 14-15 -- Maple Sugar Time at Dunes Na- • Siding Materials Provided by tional Lakeshore, Chellberg Farm. 10 am-4 pm. Pioneer Lumber Learn how maple syrup was made. Syrup avail. to • Trim purchase. 219-395-8914. Licensed in IN & MI March 15 -- Films on DVD: “Happy-Go-Lucky.” Bonded & Insured Free fi lm showing is at 2 pm at MC Public Library. • Decks March 16-17 -- Journey to Tomorrow. Trailer ex- Tom Wagner serving the hibit from NASA in front of LaP. Co. Public Library, beach area since 1994 • Drywall & 904 Indiana Ave., LaPorte. 10 am-7 pm. Free. Painting March 17 -- HAPPY ST. PATRICK’S DAY! March 17 -- Gardens of the World: Chihuly Gar- THE March 12, 2009 Page 29 dens & Glass. 6:30 pm at MC Public Library. Talk given by George Neagu, former VP of International Friendship Gardens. Free, open to public. RETIREMENT MAY BE FAR OFF, March 20 -- FIRST DAY OF SPRING!! March 21 -- Venetian Carnevale: Marquette High BUT THE APRIL 15 DEADLINE FOR School Spring Fling Auction Dinner Dance. 6 pm at the Stardust Event Center, Blue Chip Casino, MC. IRA CONTRIBUTIONS ISN’T. Black tie optional. Music by Tak-a-Bite. $100 per You have only so many years to prepare for retirement. person. RSVP by March 11 to 873-1325, ext. 229. That’s why contributing to your IRA is so important. March 21-22 -- Encore performance of “Always… Fortunately, you still have time to maximize your 2008 Patsy Cline” at the Memorial Opera House, 104 IRA contribution before the April 15 deadline. Indiana Ave., Valparaiso. Sat/8 pm, Sun/2 pm. Tix By contributing now, your retirement savings can have $17/adults, $14/students & seniors; phone 219/548- more opportunity to grow. Even if you already have 9137 or visit www.mohlive.com an IRA elsewhere, it’s easy to transfer it to an Edward Places to Visit: Jones IRA and begin receiving the face-to-face advice you deserve. Barker Mansion, 631 Washington St., Michigan City. Adm. $4/adults, $2/kids 18 & under, free/kids To learn more about the advantages of an Edward Jones IRA, call or visit today. under 3. Guided tours: Mon-Fri. 10 am, 11:30 am, 1 pm; Sat/Sun. noon, 2 pm. 219-873-1520. Melinda S. Nagle, CFP® Chesterton Art Center, 115 S. Fourth St., Chester- Financial Advisor ton, IN. Gallery hours are 11 am-4 pm weekdays; 411 Franklin 1-4 pm weekends. 219/926-4711. Michigan City, IN 46360 Creative Concepts Art Gallery & Studio at Michi- Bus. 219-878-0590 ana Resources Inc. (serving disabled adults), 4315 Fax 877-222-2693 Toll-free 888-878-1169 E. Michigan Blvd., MC. 7:30 am-3:30 pm Mon-Fri. Free adm., donations accepted. 219/874-4288. Great Lakes Museum of Military History, 360 EdwardJones® Dunes Plaza, Michigan City. Open 9 am-4 pm, Tues- www.edwardjones.com MAKING SENSE OF INVESTING Member SIPC Fri; 10 am-4 pm Sat; noon-4 pm Sun; closed Mon. Adm. $3/adults, $2/vets & sen. cit., $1/ages 8-18, and free/under 8 yrs. & active military. 872-2702. Krasl Art Center, 707 Lake Blvd., St. Joseph, MI. 269/983-0271, www.krasl.org LaPorte County Historical Museum. 2405 Indiana Ave., LaPorte. Adm. $3/LaP. Co. resident; $5/out-of- county; $3/kids 12-17; free/under 12 yrs. 219/324- All phases of interior & exterior remodeling and add ons 6767 or www.laportecountyhistory.org Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. 2nd St., • Kitchens • Bathrooms • Siding • Roofi ng • Sun Porches • Decks Michigan City. Tues.-Fri., 10 am-5 pm; Sat-Sun, 11 • Sidewalks • Concrete Work • Driveways • Garages & Screen Rooms am-4 pm. Closed Mon. Phone 874-4900. New Buffalo Railroad Museum, 530 S. Whittaker • Quality Interior & Exterior Painting St., New Buffalo, MI. Mon-Fri, 9 am-5 pm; Sat, 10 • Floor Leveled • Crawl Space Repair • Foundations • Custom Garages am-3 pm, (MI time) Closed Sun. 269/469-5409. Rag Tops Museum of Michigan City, 209 W. Mich- igan Blvd., Michigan City. A collection of classic, antique & unusual vehicles & memorabilia. Open WINTER SPECIAL! every day 10 am-7 pm. Adm. $6/adults, $5/sen. cit, Book Now! $4/kids, free/under 3. 878-1514. 20% Off Southern Shore Art Association Gallery, 724 Winter Franklin St., Michigan City. Fri., 4-7 pm; Sat., Projects noon-5 pm; Sun., 1-5 pm. 219-861-0186. www.south- ernshoreart.org Residential • Commercial Farther Afi eld: Immediate On-Site Pricing March 14 -- New Troy Renewable Energy Work- shop & Expo. 9 am-5 pm MI time. New Troy Com- munity Center, 13372 California Rd., New Troy, MI. Offi ce 219/861-1070 • Mobile 219/229-4995 $5 donation at door; kids free. Food available. www. 3611 E U.S. 12, Michigan City regroupmi.org (follow link to map) or Tom Hackley Licensed • Bonded • Insured • Since 1979 / Senior Discount at 269-876-66267. THE Page 30 March 12, 2009

Pilates Instructor Shari Bohac and certiﬁ ed program coach Chris Vaisnoras will host a 1 hour “healthy for life” health and wellness seminar at the Long Beach Fitness Center on Sat., March 14th starting at 9:30 a.m. They will introduce a program that helps shed pounds, increases energy, reduce cravings, lower blood pressure and also cholesterol levels. You will learn ways to protect against degen- erative diseases, and look and feel great inside and out. There will be a 5 week weigh loss challenge beginning in conjunction with the seminar. Please RSVP to Shari at 219-898-3532 Ladies it’s time to clean your closets and call ASAP to reserve your spot in the Spring Girlfriend Sale. We are accepting clothing drop off appointments on Tuesdays and Fridays every 1⁄2 hour from 10-4:30 now through April 21st. You may submit up to 30 items for resale by phoning the Center at 219- 879-3845 and leave a message with your name, tele- phone number, and date and time you would like to come in. We will conﬁ rm your appointment with a return call, there is a $10 fee due at registration to participate and you and will receive 50% of the selling price of your items sold. As always we need volunteers for clothing check in and to run the sale so please let us know if you can help. WALL Larry Payne is offering a new Choreography Constructors, Inc. class on Thursdays from 5:30-6:45 p.m. He starts with a dancers stretch and then teaches various Jazz steps in an informal format that takes into ac- count what the students feel like performing. This class is held just before the regular Jazz class so for those who love Jazz dancing here is your chance to • DesignDesign do it a total of 2-1/2 hours each week and the fee is • NewNew only $50 a month. CConstructiononstruction Dance instructor Mary Chandler has Begin- ning–Advanced Ballroom Dance Classes schedule • AdditionsAdditions in 6 week series. To register for the next session or • RenovationsRenovations for more information, phone Mary at 219-680-9261. Michigan City CISV will hold a 50th Anniver- • ResidentialResidential sary celebration here at the Center this summer • CommercialCommercial and would like your help to reach out to everyone who was involved with the organization. For more information contact the group at mccisv_50@com- cast.net and pass it on... Lake Shore Group, closed, step, AA meet- FFourour GGenerationsenerations ooff QQualityuality CConstructiononstruction ing is held on Monday evenings. There is an open speaker meeting every 4th Monday. Our Side of the 111717 WWestest SSeventheventh SStreettreet MMichiganichigan CCity,ity, IINN 4463606360 Beach Al-Anon Family Group meeting is held every 2219-879-829119-879-8291 Wednesday evening. Both groups meet at 7 p.m. in FFaxax 2219-879-821119-879-8211 email:email: [email protected]@sbcglobal.net room #10 and use the Fitness Center entrance. ----submitted by Susan Vissing THE March 12, 2009 Page 31

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Installations, Adware/Spyware/Virus Removal, Web Site Design & HOME MATTERS CLEANING SERVICE INC. Maintenance. We specialize in Home/Office calls. Servicing NW IN & SW Residential & Commercial accounts welcome. MI since 1999. Custom PC Technologies 219-872-7478 Ref. avail. Bonded & insured. Melissa 219-898-1060. Don’t break your budget for computer repair. Call Synergy PC @ 269- Goodbye winter, hello spring; 612-4166 for all your computer needs. Drop off or in home service available. House cleaning by Deb makes the birdies sing! HOME HEALTH – CAREGIVERS Deb’s Cleaning Service • 219- 861-0554 HOUSEKEEPER has daytime hrs. available LIVE-IN CAREGIVERS AND MORE, INC. for your every cleaning need. No job too large or too small. Local Employment Agency Refs. upon request. Free estimates. Call Dawn @219-210-7969. helps people maintain their independence in the security of their own homes since 1998 WENDY’S WINDOWS AND CLEANING SERVICE. My husband We provide: will clean your gutters too. Call Wendy at 219-879-8851. • 7 days/24 hours care and attention • day or night shift assistance SHIMMER – N -- SHINE Residential and Construction Cleaning. • limited medical/nursing services • medication management Detailed. First time customers $10 off. Call 219-785-8347. • meal preparation • light housekeeping HEAVEN SCENT CLEANING. Call Halina (219) 872-6221 leave message Call us for all your cleaning needs: rental property, home, office. An alternative to nursing home We specialize in attention to details. Dawn 574-298-0548. COMFORT KEEPERS Providing Comforting Solutions For In-Home Care HANDYMAN-HOME REPAIR-PLUMBING Homemakers, attendants, companions QUALITY CARPENTRY: Expert remodeling of kitchens, bathrooms. From 2 to 24 hours a day (including live-ins) Also: doors, windows, skylights, ceramic tile, drywall, decks & repairs. Personal emergency response systems Small jobs welcome. Call Ed at 219/878-1791. All of our compassionate caregivers are screened, BRING SPRING!! bonded, insured, and supervised. $35 first hour first job • $40 phone/TV jack • $50 TV antenna Call us toll-free at 1-877-711-9800 repair--Get better pictures • 10 small jobs, 3 hrs., $100. Or visit www.comfortkeepers.com Serving you 25 yrs. HOME HEALTH CARE. Will provide care for you or your loved ones. DR. TOM’S SERVICE CLINIC 219/716-2670. Light housekeeping, cooking and running errands. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Full time or part time. Good references. Call 219-877-8904. HIRE Sue’s HUSBAND HOME CARE FOR YOUR LOVED ONES from exp. caregiver Is your list of household repair & maintenance projects growing? with medical background. Short or Long Term in your home. Small jobs welcome. - Quality Work. -- Call Ed Berent Great rates. Excellent references. Call 219-874-3821 or 219-877-4302 @ 219/879-8200. HEALTH & PHYSICAL FITNESS • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • H & H HOME REPAIR • • • MASSAGE THERAPY & WELLNESS CENTER • • • We specialize in: •Carpentry •Finished Basements •New Baths •Electrical Therapeutic Massage • Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine • •Plumbing •Flooring •Drywall/Painting. Family owned 45 years. Reflexology • Heated Stone Therapy • Salt Scrub • Pregnancy Massage • Jeffery & Scott Human, owners -- 219/861-1990. • Healing Touch • Chair Massage & Wellness Programs for Business • Qigong • Personal Fitness • Gift Certificates BILL SMART – Carpentry • Electrical • Plumbing www.wellness-specialists.com Winter watch service and sump pump replacement. 1026 N Karwick Rd. 219-879-5722 (Mon-Sat) Serving Harbor Country since 2001 • 269-469-4407 For Evening/Weekend Appointments, Call our New Buffalo HANDYMEN AT YOUR SERVICE. We can do most anything. Serving Location at the Harbor Grand Hotel 888-605-6800. Northern Indiana since 1989. Call Finishing Touch, Inc. 219-872-8817. ACUPUNCTURE & HERBAL MEDICINE CENTER ROOF LEAK? Guaranteed repairs on any type of roof. 25 years Jennifer Huang, Licensed Acupuncturist -- Call 219/879-2100. experience. Commercial and Residential. Bob 219-406-5609. SELF IMPROVEMENT - INSTRUCTIONS PAINTING-DRYWALL-WALLPAPER THE Page 32 March 12, 2009

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CRAFTSMAN AND SURFACES EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES All of your carpentry and painting needs. Meticulous work at affordable prices. ATTENTION DRIVERS willing to train to obtain CDL! If it needs to be done, we can do it! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! TMC Transportation needs drivers. Call Jeff: 269-756-3510 or Vickie: 269-756-9169. Guaranteed weekly earnings. Premium equipment and benefits. Excellent earning potential and still be OFF WEEKENDS! JOSEPH PAINTING – Interior/Exterior. Free estimates It’s not a job, it’s a future! FOR CDL Training through Commercial Painting Consultations. 219-879-1121 or 219-448-0733. Driver Institute in South Bend, IN. Call today. - 1-800-882-7364  LANDSCAPE-Lawns-Clean Up, Etc.  AC0064 H & D TREE SERVICE and LANDSCAPING, INC. -- NEW TECH CO. forming. Techno heads apply. 219-210-1181. Full service tree and shrub care. Trimming, planting, removal. WANT TO SELL Firewood, snowplowing, excavating. -- Call 872-7290. BEST EASELS – PENS GALORE – PAPER TOO AT FIRME’S FREE ESTIMATES (2 Stores) 11th & Franklin Streets, Michigan City - 219/874-3455 HEALY’S LANDSCAPE & STONE Hwy 12, Beverly Shores - Just West of Traffic Light - 219/874-4003 219/879-5150 -- FAX 219-879-5344 FIREPLACE WOOD • Delivered and Stacked http://www.healysland.com - [email protected] Seasoned and Clean • $75. Call 219-874-3480. Voted: BEST LANDSCAPE SUPPLY YARD IN N.W. INDIANA! INVESTOR’S SPECIAL. Get 5-1/2% interest per year on mortgage. See 15+ Types of Flagstone, 30+ Types of Stone, where your money is invested. No fees. Call Tobin Realty – 219-874-6969. Granite boulders, River Rock, Decorative gravel, Mulch, Mushroom Compost, Sand, Topsoil WONDERFUL WALL-BEDS! Tight on space? Have a Murphy bed Landscaping, Stonescaping, Ponds, Patios, Walls, Pavers, Bricks custom made to your needs. Call Troy at 219-873-4421. Complete Landscape Design & Installation! STAMINA Manual Treadmill. Brand new. $100. Dunegrass, Perennials, Evergreens, Grasses, Groundcovers, Call Debbie Davis at 219-879-1429. Annuals all sold at below RETAIL Cost! REAL ESTATE INVESTING ★★ ★★ H&S SERVICES --2621 E. US HIGHWAY 12 GARAGE AND BASEMENT OVERSTUFFED? Call 219/872-8946 GOLDEN SANDES STORE AND LOCK. Snow Plowing and Firewood Available 4407 E. U.S. 12 (@ Hwy. 212) ✩ ★ JIM’S SNOWPLOWING–WEEKLY RATES ✩ ★ Michigan City, IN. CALL 219-879-3733 -- Leave message. 219/879-5616. • SANDCASTLE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE • OFFICE SUITE. 3 private offices and reception area. Expenses, except Spring cleanup. Snow plowing. Mulch projects. Brush removal. phone, paid. Well maintained, high traffic area. 2811 E. Michigan Blvd., Free estimates. Call Mick 219-878-3032. Michigan City. (219) 879-9188, 879-2700.

Thomas Mulcahy Mulcahy Builders General Contractor, PE DELARME TILE & QUALITY BUILT CUSTOM HOMES & STONE MAJOR REMODELING Stone PROJECTS Porcelain Materials supplied by Ceramic PH# 219-326-6832 Pioneer Lumber, Inc. 219.241.1020 (cell) Grout Staining FAX# 219-326-9150 http://mulcahybuilders.com Licensed in Indiana & Michigan www.mulcahybuilders.com 32 Years Experience / 22 Years On The Lakefront THE March 12, 2009 Page 33 RENTALS INDIANA LONG BEACH STOP 28 SUMMER RENTAL. 3BR, 1BA, A/C, W/D, grill & deck. Short walk to beach and park. HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH $950/wk. Inquiries: 317-716-7321. 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. “THE SUMMER PLACE” at Stop 33. Available June thru September. LONG BEACH COZY 4/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) 2 blocks from beach. Charming décor, beautiful surroundings, Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/370-1745. 4BR, 2BA, family room with fireplace. Patio, deck, sun porch. A/C, W/D. ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ No pets, no smoking. Call 708-784-9866. DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB SHERIDAN BEACH. 1BR. ½ blk. to beach. Coin op W/D. LAKEFRONT CONDOS -- 2 and 3 bedrooms. Util. included. No pets, no smoking. $550/mo. Call 219-861-3705. Avail. Oct.-May -- $1,200 to $2,000 per month. DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. RENTALS FLORIDA/MICHIGAN HOUSE FOR RENT-OGDEN DUNES. Quiet semi-private beach commu- BEAUTIFUL 3BR, 1.5 STORY, EXECUTIVE HOME. New appliances and nity. 3BR, 1.5BA, sleeps 6+2. Gas BBQ, big deck, screened porch, A/C, lawn care provided. With private beach access. Near Grand Beach, MI. Satellite TV, stereo, all linens. Sat/Sun rentals $1200. Great family location. Only $2,400 monthly. Call Countywide Properties 219-324-6600. Cell 219-730-6486, H 219-763-3088. New Buffalo, Village of Grand Beach. Lake front home, just 42 steps YEARLY RENTALS down to this private beach on Lake Michigan. This cozy 3BR is 2320 LSD, cottage, garage $3,800/mo. + util. completely furnished. Avail. May, June & Sept for $1,300 per wk. 3402 Iroquis, 3BR, 3BA, $3,500/mo. + util. July & Aug. $2,100 per wk. For info call 708-212-1637. 3542 Pottawattomie, 5BR, 4.5BA. $3,500/mo. _+ util. 4BR BRICK BUNGALOW w/2BA, dining rm, living rm, porch, deck, full 221 Garrettson, 3 BR, 1.5BA. $1,000/mo. + util. basement, big yard. Between Union Pier & New Buffalo. NB schools. Call Merrion & Assoc/ Realtors1-866-496-1752 or 219-872-4000 $850 per mo., 1 yr. lease, references & security deposit required. www.MerrionRealty.com Ask about our seasonal rentals too. Call Nadra at Nadra K RE. 269-469-2090. nd HOUSE FOR RENT ON LAKE SHORE DRIVE BEAUTIFUL, large and sunny Three Oaks 1BR apt., 2 . Floor. 3/BR, 2BA. A/C. Frpl., W/D. Summer rentals avail. Hardwood floors and Victorian trim, C/A and heat. $450/mo. + util. 269-469- Also avail Sept thru May. $850/mo + util. Call 708/424-8756. 5528. NEW BUFFALO. Charming, sunny 1BR apt., newly decorated. MICHIANA SHORES. 2BR furn. or unfurn. Year round lease. nd References & deposit. No pets. $850/month. Call 219-872-3843. 2 . floor, no pets. $575/mo. + util. Avail. March 10. 219-716-0011. LONG BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT - Great location, very close to beach ANNA MARIA ISLAND (Holmes Beach) 2BR, 2BA and park. 4/BR, 2/Bath. A/C. W/D, D/W. Deck w/BBQ. Avail. 2/1/09 short/ Gulf beachfront condo. Beach and poolside decks, heated pool. long term or Summer ’09 rental. 312-953-9570 or 219/861-0006. Monthly rental only.Sam Harnish, 219-879-3265. CHARMING VINTAGE MICHIANA COTTAGE – ¼ blk. from lake, Stop 37.  REAL ESTATE FOR SALE  Furn., delightful décor, 3BR, 2BA. Brand new beds & pillows, sleeps 8-9. Long Beach Lot C/A, frpl, screen porch off lg. kitchen, frpl BBQ, wrap-around deck, loft, ON THE BEACH deck off master BR, D/W, W/D/ Cable TV/DVD/VCR, all util except phone. Stop 18 For info email [email protected] / Phone Judy 847-814-8215. 40’x riparian rights w/seawall LOCATED ON 175E, ROLLING PRAIRIE. 3BR ranch w/6 acres. $1,400/ Septic permit granted monthly. Call Countywide Properties 219-324-6600. Fabulous Chicago & Michigan views Level walk to GREAT BEACH SHERIDAN BEACH – charming knotty pine cottage. 4BR, 2BA. C/A, cable. Easy build ½ blk. to beach. Close to park, zoo and shopping. Ping pong and foosball for those rainy days. $1,200/wk. Call Pam 708-383-2635. $625,000 SUMMER RENTALS IN LONG BEACH Stop 14. Deck & patio overlooking Lake Michigan. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, 2 219-878-1724 kitchens, grill, sleeps 14. $2850 per week. INDIANA BEVERLY SHORES 535 LAKEFRONT DRIVE vacant lot. 100’ Stop 31. Giant deck overlooking beach. 2 bedrooms, 1 bath. $1200 per week. of frontage on Lakefront 100” on Beach Ave. $599,000/offer. Lakeshore Call 219-472-4457 Realty Ted 219-406-5364 www.dunelife.com COUNTRY LOCATION: 2 UPSTAIRS ROOMS w/BATH and deck. Central INDIANA LAPORTE. Your own storybook castle in the country!!! Castle to MC, LP & NB. 1 room @ $475; both @ $575 per mo. 219-326-1451. with 5 acres $995,000 Additional 75 acres $995,000. SUMMER RENTAL – House on Stop 16 on the beach! 3BR, 2BA, A/C, www.casamagna.net Agent owned Ted @ 219-406-5364. W/D, Gas BBQ, big deck, great views! All linens, beach chairs & towels. OGDEN DUNES, DUNE ACRES, PORTER BEACH, BEVERLY $2,500/wk – additional discount for June. Call 630-363-3176. SHORES Preview our winter inventory for excellent values. 6 RENTAL UNITS --1-3BR, 1BA - W/D hook-ups, Lakeshore Realty 219-762-9194 www.dunelife.com $400-$700/month plus security deposit. Call 219-983-1431. TOWNHOUSE-DUNESCAPE. 3BR, 2.5BA. View of Lake Michigan SUMMER RENTAL IN LONG BEACH. 3BR, 2BA house at Stop 19. from 2 decks. Granite, new stainless appliances, 2 car garage. Never been rented before. Lake view from huge deck. A/C. 773-447-9934. Turnkey ready. $298,000. Call 773-248-8203. FRANKLIN ST., MICHIGAN CITY. Renovated 1BR loft apt. $850. THIS IS A GREAT (buildable) LOT. Level, ½ blk. to beach. Priced to sell Hardwood floors, in unit W/D. A/C. Yearly lease. Parking included. Karin $269,000 . Don’t miss opportunity. 219-210-1181. 708-769-2030. HOUSE FOR SALE by owners. $995,000/obo, beach area. 219-210-3826

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Dead Silence by chapters of Doc Ford’s thoughts with chapters of Randy Wayne White Will’s experience with his sadistic captors, the story Buried alive with builds to a thrilling climax that will leave you on only a breathing tube the edge of your seat. to keep you alive. One I certainly was hooked from page one. Author of the methods used by White writes exciting stories with convincing char- kidnappers and terror- acters that jump off the page. If you’ve never read a ists that is certainly Doc Ford novel, this is the place to start. the quickest way to St. Patrick’s Day is close upon us and I’d like gain attention and get to tell you about two charming children’s books I what you want, and the found at The Bookstore at Lighthouse Place that “dead silence” of this will amuse both you and the kids. week’s book recommen- Disney Little dation. Einsteins’ Irish Dr. Ford, the hero Adventure writ- in this sixteenth novel ten by Marcy Kel- of his adventures, is in man and illustrat- New York City and about to meet Senator Barbara ed by Aram Song Hayes-Sorrento for dinner, but he certainly didn’t Disney’s Little foresee what was about to happen… Einsteins books are “On a snowy January evening in Manhattan, I designed to take was in the Trophy Room of the Explorers Club when children on an inter- I saw, through frosted windows, men abducting a active adventure to woman as she exited her limousine.” learn things about Seeing the woman was none other than the sena- the real world. In tor, Dr. Ford raced to her defense. She was saved this one, they discover that the Irish Harp has lost from the kidnapping, but her companion was not so two of its strings. A trip to the library points to the lucky. Will Chaser was a 14 year old boy from Min- leprechaun as the thief and sets the children off on nesota who was being accompanied in New York by an Irish adventure! Added bonus: beautiful stickers the senator for winning an essay contest. When the for the kids to make up their own story with. abductors couldn’t get the senator, they took the boy King Puck instead. (inspired by What could these men want to make them des- an Irish Festi- perate enough to risk kidnapping a senator? Ford val) by Michael learns that a recent cache of Fidel Castro’s assess Garland were conﬁ scated by the U.S. Government. While Gorgeous il- the collection contained ﬁ fty years of Castro’s as- lustrations in sets like jewels salvaged from ancient ship wrecks, this book about there were also private papers concerning the Cu- a mountain man ban Missile Crisis, funding of anti-Western terrorist named Seamus, organizations and even President Kennedy’s assas- who only had a sination. Certainly something to kidnap a senator goat, named Fin- for. Since they couldn’t get the senator, the terror- ny, for his com- ists go with the boy and send a message that he will panion. At night be dead by the time the air runs out in the wooden Seamus read box he is buried in. Pictures of the boy prove their stories of Finn MacCool, a famous Irish legend, but sincerity. he wished he had more books to read. One night Along the way, Doc Ford stumbles across an eigh- the fairies gave Finny a voice and the next morn- teen year old murder that somehow might be con- ing he said “Good morning!” to Seamus! Discovering nected with this case. From the mansions of the a handbill for the King Puck Festival in a nearby Hamptons to the rich playgrounds of Florida, Doc town, Seamus decides to enter Finny in the contest Ford is on a mission to save a young boy; a young for King for a day. Based on Ireland’s oldest and cer- boy he soon discovers is a foster child from an Indi- tainly most different fair. an reservation in Oklahoma who just might be able Till next time, happy corned beef and cabbage to take more care of himself than anyone thinks. and happy reading! This story is as exciting as it gets! Alternating THE March 12, 2009 Page 35

219-872-4000 866-496-1752 FAX (219) 872-4182 Specializing in Distinctive Properties MERRION & ASSOCIATES REALTORS, INC. Debbie Burke Indiana and Michigan Ed Merrion* 1010 N. Karwick Road. • Michigan City, IN 46360 Broker/Owner Principal Broker

NEW LISTING 207 WASHINGTON PARK BOULEVARD THIS CHARMING COTTAGE is tucked away, a block 221 GARRETTSON AVE., MICHIGAN CITY 1 THE BEAUTIFUL YARD & landscaping of this all brick and a ⁄2 from the beach, and has lots of room for family and friends and summer fun! Enter the front ranch is just a hint of the charm which waits within. A spa- door and feel welcomed into the open space com- cious living room is centered by a brick fi replace. The formal prising of and interweaving the living, kitchen and dining room has been updated with new fl oors; the kitchen dining areas. Have friends needing their own space? with ceramic tile fl oors. There are 2 large bedrooms. The Then follow the oak stairway to the lower level walk- roof, gutters & downspouts were replaced in 2006 (attic in- out, where it opens up to a large living and recreation area with an additional bedroom sulated in '94). AC condenser & furnace humidifi er were up- and full bath; then walk through the double doors to the back patio; perfect for sitting dated in 2000. Water heater was replaced in 2003; windows around a fi re pit and making s'mores over a fi re. This home is made to be enjoyed! in 1994. A beautiful screen & glass 3 season room looks out Come see for yourself! over a manicured back yard which is serviced by a sprinkler Call Carol Hazelgrove 219-873-6780 system & protected by a 6' privacy fence. Call Ed Merrion @ 219-872-4000

101 WAYNE RD., SHERIDAN BEACH 201 CENTER ST., MICHIGAN CITY 1615 LAKE SHORE DR., LONG BEACH THIS 3 BEDROOM, 2 bath home is set- YOU CAN'T GET ANY CLOSER to the lake and have THIS IS A DOLL HOUSE! 2004 construction shines like anything this nice in our beach area! The main fl oor is brand new! 3 bedroom, 2 bath cottage style home is ting on 2 lots in Lake Hills/Sheridan Beach open and ready for your ideas, with a picture window maintenance free! Main level has a beautiful great room area. The walk to the beach is very short facing the park across the street. 1185 sq ft main fl oor with views of Lake Michigan across the street. Kitchen walking thru Beachwalk. The yard is all was last used as a fl ower shop, and is easily convertable is fully equipped with built-in microwave, dishwasher, to living area! In fact, your kitchen has a walk-in cooler! gas stove, refrigerator, Corion counters & hardwood fenced and has a 2 car garage. Many pos- How cool is that? Upstairs, a huge loft apartment has oak fl oors. Thermal pane windows all the way around sibilities - fi x up the home and live in it or a 16' ceiling, with full kitchen, new full bath & separate the main level bring lots of light & Lake Michigan views tear down and put up 2! bedroom. Upstairs has its own GFA furnace & wall AC into your life. The back yard has a private deck and its unit. This is perfect for anyone looking for loft type living own grass yard for kids &/or pets. This home comes Call Debbie Burke @ 219-221-0006 and having the imagination to carry it through! complete and needs absolutely nothing but you! Call Ed Merrion @ 219-872-4000 Call Ed Merrion @ 219-872-4000 LOOK FOR US ON THE INTERNET! • www.MerrionRealty.com Debbie Burke, GRI, ABR, RECS Ed Merrion*, CRS, GRI John Hayes, GRI, ABR Tricia Meyer Dave Angus Michele Cihak*, ABR Debbie Mengel Carol Hazelgrove* Cathy Blum Heather Melnyk Jim Laughlin Lynne Legge *Licensed in IN & MI THE Page 36 March 12, 2009 CENTURY 21 Long Beach Realty 1401 Lake Shore Drive ~ 3100 Lake Shore Drive 123 (219) 874-5209 ~ (219) 872-1432 T Long Beach – The Easy Commute Family Owned and Operated Since 1920 Open 7 Days a Week

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AT THE BEACH. Immaculately rehabbed 3-unit with COMMERCIAL SPACE. Newer building with 4 ofﬁces, conference spectacular lake views. 2 large 3 bedroom units and 1 room, break room 4 large work areas, and large warehouse area. huge one bedroom on 3 separate levels. All new electrical, Located in the growing commercial area, Millennium Business plumbing, and HVAC with all utility services separate. Large Park, which is in the Enterprise Zone, just off Michigan Blvd., I-94 1 50 x 125 lot. Parking for 12 cars. $498,000 and major highway access within ⁄2 mile. $595,000 Lot 48 & 53 Lake Shore Drive 1608 Lake Shore Drive

BUILD A HOME of your choice in Sheridan Beach. 2 BEACH LIVING IS FUN! Stroll through the naturalized spacious 50 x 250 hillside lots available each with dazzling lot to your own slice of Lake Michigan beach. Modest, Lake Michigan views. Quality construction available from 2 bedroom, one bath, original Long Beach home with Sunterra Construction Corporation. beautiful hardwood ﬂoors. Additional living space possible $149,900 for each lot. in attic. Fresh, bright and ready to move-in. $925,000

Phyllis Waters*, Owner/Broker, CRB, CRS, GRI Sandy Rubenstein*, Broker Associate 879-7525 Doug Waters*, Managing Broker, GRI 219-877-7290 Tom Cappy* 874-6396 June Livinghouse*, Broker Associate, ABR, GRI 800-957-1248 Richard Klare 872-0947 Sylvia Hook*, Broker Associate, CRS, GRI 800-518-5778 Rosemary Braun 879-9029 Beverly Bullis*, CRS, GRI 800-518-6149 Zakaria Elhidaoui 219-448-1052 *Licensed in Michigan and Indiana Phyllis T. Waters* Each Ofﬁce Is Independently Owned and Operated Doug Waters* CRB, CRS, GRI GRI Broker/ Owner Visit our website - www.c21longbeachrealty.com Managing Broker