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Volume 21, Number 23 Thursday, June 16, 2005 p Stan Holdcraft Directs Youth From Across the County in THE WIZ by Mary Fox

One has to wonder if many Michi- gan City residents have clicked their heels together, wishing Stan Hold- craft “home” to direct a play at the Elston Middle School stage. Until his retirement four years ago, Stan directed theater on that stage for 30 years. He was a director who helped young people find and polish their talent until the audience marveled that such performances could come from youth. Stan is back as the director of The Wiz for the Young People’s Theatre Company production June 17, 18 and 19 at Elston Middle School. He has returned in time for students who had seen his plays but arrived at Michigan City High School a semester too late to benefit from his exper- tise. “I always wanted to do a play with Holdcraft,” said Jacob Galloway, who has performed in a number of productions at Michigan City High School. Jacob explained, “Anyone who has been in theater could attest that you needed to experience theater under Hold- craft, because it was so much different than the other performances I’d been in.”

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The Wiz Continued from Page 1 It is such talent that Stan seeks to draw out of teens. Jacob, who plays the The director is not afraid to get the youth to reach into Scarecrow in The Wiz, noted themselves to draw out possibilities that they were that the director is precise. not aware of. After a rehearsal, he told the cast of his “Everything is down to the belief that young people can do anything. clock,” he said. He commented, Andrew Tallackson and too, that Stan pays attention to Steve Gonzalez, who founded gestures and what some might the Young People’s Theatre consider minor things. Company, asked Stan to step aboard for the organization’s second production. In the fall, Jacob Galloway. they went on stage with the first of a number of perfor- Marissa Gonzalez, who will mances of Joseph and the major in vocal performance at Amazing Technicolor Western Michigan University, Dreamcoat. had been told by her voice “I love what I do, and I like Andrew Tallackson teacher and others of the ben- to think that I can instill in efits of working with Stan. “I was kids a similar love for what really excited that he was going they do,” Stan said of his to be a part of The Wiz,” said approach to directing Marissa, who plays both Aunt In working with the Young Em and Glinda in the produc- People’s Theatre Company, tion. “It’s such a privilege to be he welcomed the opportunity Marissa Gonzalez in one of his shows. He makes to hone the talents of youth me feel a lot more competent about my acting. To me, from a number of school dis- my acting is my weak point. I know I can sing and dance tricts. “This has been just an well. He’s made me step out of the box more – what- extraordinary experience,” he ever comes out, let it come.” said. “It’s neat to get to work with kids from different Steve Gonzalez scholastic backgrounds.” While Stan Holdcraft was a For the cast, The Wiz is a chance to delve into substitute speech teacher at music and characters they might not have. Maegan Michigan City High School, he Passafume, a LaPorte High School sophomore, enjoys noticed the theatrical potential playing the spunky Dorothy. “Compared to The Wizard in Aaron Garrett. With Stan’s sug- of Oz, she’s still that innocent girl, but halfway gestion, Aaron auditioned for through it, she gets in your face and she really plays at the high school and changes. She’s not that kind of scared Judy Garland then with the Young People’s ‘Dorothy.’ ” Theater Company. Already, he has Music director Andrew Tallackson describes the music been asked to audition for the as fun. “It’s upbeat, and the lyrics contain a lot of uni- Glee Club at Purdue University, versals about courage, strength, family and home. What where he will be a student in the Aaron Garrett they’re singing about applies to everybody. I think that’s fall. what the kids enjoy. It’s fun music.” That would come as no surprise to Andrew Tallackson, Adding to the fun and enthusiasm of the show is the music director for The Wiz. “I think Aaron Garrett, Lindsey Edson’s choreography. She is a singer, dancer who is The Wiz, has finally found the role that’s a per- and actress and a Michigan City native. Lindsey is fect match. When people hear him doing his song, they’re currently attending Columbia College in Chicago. going to be blown away by it,” Andrew said. THE June 16, 2005 Page 3

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THE WIZ IN REHEARSAL

Michael Mejia, the Cowardly Lion, tries The Yellow Brick Road, Grahm Bailey, Adam Pakuszewski, to be brave. Jasmine Mock, Alexandria Prast.

As opening night draws near, rehearsals go into full swing…

Marissa Gonzalez and Kim Volkmann dressed up as “good witches.” Lyn Blitstein’s positions the hat on Patrick Firme, who plays Uncle Henry.

Dorothy meets the Tinman.

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It doesn’t matter what the weather holds at the Washington Park amphitheater for the weekend of June 24 through 26. Temperatures may be above or below normal; skies may be sunny or gray, but one thing is certain: the sounds that will be filtering through the leafy green of the waterfront park during the 2nd Annual Singing Sands Music Fest will be hot. Or cool. It all depends on your choice of words that describe a rockin’ good time. The free weekend of live tunes, otherwise known as Singing Sands Music Fest, will be featuring popular local groups such as Tak-A-Bite, Drena Reign, White Dove—as just a small sample of the dozens of talented musicians who will be on stage during the 3-day fest. Rhythm & blues, classic rock and folk tunes are on tap for the fun-filled weekend. On Sunday June 26, a Classic Car Show benefit will add to the upbeat atmosphere of the fest. The band 3-Speed will be on stage as the classic cars roll in to Washington Park at noon, and the top five car entries Bruce Hastell teaching a young guitar player. will be awarded trophies Another 450 children will be participating in the “Twenty different groups have come together to help Michigan City Area School’s Summer Adventure the cause,” Singing Sands Performing Arts founder Camp, a cooperative venture that Singing Sands’ and president Christina Karamasines said, adding that Performing Arts is engaged in at the Boys & Girls Club, planning for this year’s music festival began back in Imagination Station, YMCA, Memorial Gardens, and December. other locations throughout the city. Singing Sands’ dance instructor Sarah Rausch, along with percussion teach- ers Tony Banks and Christina Karamasenes will be providing 6-week lessons during the Summer Adventure Camps. Singing Sands Music Fest will feature, in addition to nonstop musical entertainment, the popular beer

Singing Sands Performing Arts founder and president Christina Karamasines. Dozens of people have been volunteering extra hours to help Christina fulfill her dream of giving all children, regardless of socio-economic status, the chance to participate in music, dance, and other performing arts. Through fund-raising efforts such as the Singing Sands Music Fest, more than 100 children ages 5 through 13 benefited from the nonprofit’s after- school programs at Barker, Elston, Kreuger, and Springfield elementary school over the past year. Dance instructor Sarah Rausch. THE June 16, 2005 Page 9 garden provided by Leroy’s Hot Stuff. Leroy Florez, the Music Fest’s co-vice chair, is also sponsoring a Poker Run benefit on Saturday, June 25, with half of those proceeds to benefit Singing Sands’ ongoing programs. The Poker Run begins at Leroy’s Hot Stuff in Porter between 11 am to 1 pm, and riders are due at the Washington Park’s Guy Forman Bi-Centennial Amphitheater by 4 pm. A 50-50 raffle will be held at the Music Fest at 5 pm., and another lucky winner will walk away with an Epiphone A-10 acoustic guitar, training video, and other gear donated by Roxy Music of LaPorte. Only 500 tickets will be sold for the guitar raffle, whose winning name (need not be present) will be drawn at 5:30 pm Sunday. Some of the other vendors participating in the family-friendly 3-day event include Saga and Rhose, Rhonda Siritz autographing her book, Magdeline’s Well, Laurel Izard providing Animal Card readings, and Holly Cooper offering Spirit Drawings. According to Singing Sands Performing Arts founder Christina Karamasines, the nonprofit outreach organization relies on community support to keep the programs running. Christina said that the proceeds from the June Music Festival will go towards purchasing small percussion instruments, instructor salaries, Drena Reign and operating expenses. Singing Sands Performing Karamasines said that the organization is seeking an Arts Board of Directors includes Bruce Hastell, attorney and a CPA to join the Board, as well as Director of Music; Tom Montgomery, Director of additional volunteers to help with office duties such Marketing; Herb Higgins, Advisory Board member; as mailings. Memberships in the non-profit are offered Laurie Wink, Program Developer and Grant writer; in four ranges: Individual, Family; Instrumental; and Lynn Schultz, Secretary. President Christina and Founding. In addition to volunteers, Christina said that the organization is looking to add to its teaching staff as well. Donations of used instruments is also welcome. Volunteers who have helped organize the 2nd Annual Singing Sands Music Fest include Committee Chairs Jerry Denton, car show; Leroy Florez, Poker Run; Beth White, raffles; Helen Misner-Sadler, poster and ad layout; Marilee Snyder-Nieciak, vendors; Gail Kukulies, lighting; David Pizzini, sound; and stage managers/emcees Mitch Gregory and Ron Buffington; and emcee Richard Fammeree.

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St. Mary of the Lake Rummage Sale St. Mary of the Lake School, New Buffalo, will hold a Summer Rummage Sale on Sat., June 18th, from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. (MI time), at the Parish Activity Center in the new building addition of the school located at 704 W. Merchant St. The sale will feature household items, furniture, toys, books and clothing for men, women, children and babies. The St. Mary of the Lake Church Altar Society will also be hosting a table. The last hour of the sale (2-3 p.m.) will be the famous “Grocery Bag” sale. Purchase a grocery bag and fill it with any items still left at the sale.

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by William F. Keefe

“What would you say would befall a boat the keel of which was laid on a Friday, slipped into the water on a Friday, and set out on her maiden trip on a Friday? Surely with all the breaking of these ‘omen’ signs, a dire fate must await such a craft.” The newspaper article, greying and tattered, was part of the Ivan A. Walton Collection in the Bentley Historical Library in Ann Arbor, Michigan. One of the libraries of the University of Michigan, the Bentley is the repository of many of the most treasured documents and papers of the state’s history. The title on the file read, “Superstitions.” A professor of English at U-M, Mr. Walton spent most One mast already broken, the H.C. Akeley is close to foundering in the of his summers, beginning in 1929, in a patient, ded- seas raging off Saugatuck, Michigan in November, 1893. Photographer icated search for the folklore of the Great Lakes Age L.W. Felt recorded the scene from the Lake Michigan shore. of Sail–the maritime era that ended in the early (Image courtesy Milwaukee Public Library Marine Collection) 1900s. For the most part Walton’s interviewees had would forbid whistling on board once his ship was under crewed on the lakes–and sometimes on the seven way. But the thinking in other cases ran in the oppo- salt seas as well. He would find the interview subjects site direction. Another captain had a mate whistle over by chance or reference. In his field notes, each aging and over again. “He’d be whistlin’ up a wind.” salt had free rein to reminisce and recall. Regarding some seafaring occurrences there was “Superstitions” represented one of the more fasci- unanimity, Walton found. When rats left a ship that nating of the subject areas that were close to the was preparing to sail, it was invariably a bad omen. memories of Walton’s interviewees. Writing in long- To a somewhat lesser degree, the same was true if prepa- hand, Walton recorded all that his speeding pen rations for a voyage were interrupted by an acci- could capture. dent. In one case crewmen loading cargo dropped a Sighting the Moon hatch cover into the hold. The ship had continuous bad Capt. Marcellus Scully, encountered in a port in Ohio, luck during the voyage that followed. needed a briefing on the exact meaning of supersti- Echoes of “The Rime of the Ancient Mariner,” the tion. Walton explained that “It’s something that peo- poem by Samuel Taylor Coleridge, sounded softly in ple believe in–something that, if it happens, something some comments collected by Walton. The prime exam- else will happen. Usually something bad.” ple: killing or injuring a seagull meant that disaster Scully understood. He remembered, he said, that would overtake the culprit’s ship. It made no differ- if his mates, beginning a voyage, sighted the moon over ence whether the death or injury was accidental. In the port (left) quarter, it meant the ship would have the Coleridge poem the bird is an albatross. a good voyage. Something “bad” was going to happen The Cosmos and the Weather if the moon, when first seen, was in the starboard quar- Authorities including Walton agree that supersti- ter. tions may concern almost anything on or above earth. There were more generic superstitions. “Some One list of possible objects of superstition ranges ships were hoodoo’ed,” Scully said, admitting that he across clothing, lakes, mountains, numbers, animals, signed on one such craft. “We had every bad bump in the planets and stars, and small artifacts generally. the book,” he said. “Tangled riggin’. Damaged cargo. The sailor’s world, Walton found, had space for One crewman overboard.” ghost or phantom ships, mirages, derelict or abandoned Were there ways to tell whether a ship was schooners, and even vessels that simply disappeared. hoodoo’ed? Not always. From various interviewees Such inventions, it seemed, emerged naturally from Walton heard the common sailor’s belief that it was the often violent environment of an open lake. As a bad luck to sail on a ship that was named after a per- newspaper clipping, part of the Walton archive, notes: son who had died. “Mist shapes assume spectral form in the eyes of Ways to ward off evil outcomes? A superannuated the anxious lookout, and the many and appalling gob named Richard McKean described what he said disasters of the sea readily bring to mind uncom- was a common practice. “We’d always toss a coin or mon happenings.” two over the stern as we’re leavin’ port,” he said. Inevitably for the “men who go down to the sea in “For good luck.” ships,” the weather held a place of prominence. Interviewed in 1933, one Joe Kendrick had anoth- Researching informally, making notes continually, er answer. A captain that he had sailed with, he said, Walton encountered references to weather supersti- THE June 16, 2005 Page 25

Myth and Legend Superstition in the Walton cosmos brushes elbows with myth and legend. Half_humorously, interviewees could mention Paul Bunyan and his exploits. One would aver seriously that it was bad luck to ship with a cross- eyed sailor. Another referred to a shipmate who had seen the Lake Erie monster, a fire-breathing prodi- gy. Some comments reflect the influence of Native American spirit beliefs, many of them centuries old. The beliefs receive respectful attention in the pages of a 1923 book by A. Stanley Newton: Sault Ste. Marie and Chippewa County. As Newton wrote: Every tree, rock, wind, stream, and star had a spirit. The thunder was an angry spirit, the Milky Way was the path of spirits on their way to celestial hunt- ing-grounds beyond the Northern Lights. The four car- Le Griffon, the first commercial ship on the Great Lakes, set a poor prece- dinal points were spirits, the west being the oldest and dent for later commercial ships. Leaving Green Bay, in the future state of the father of the others. Their mother was a beauti- Wisconsin, on September 18, 1679 the French-built ship disappeared ful girl who one day had permitted the west wind to before reaching her destination, Niagara. The mystery of the ship’s loss has never been clarified. (Sketch courtesy Tim McLaughlin) blow upon her. Then there were endless legends of windi- gos, great giants and cannibals, and tiny spirits and tions that were couched in either prose or doggerel. fays who haunted the woods and the cataracts of Two of the simplest came from a lighthouse keeper Bowatiny and Tahquamenon. in St. Joseph, Michigan. Can anyone wonder that Friday held special mean- Deviating somewhat from a layman’s version, the ing for lakes sailors during the Age of Sail? Folklorists couplets read: hold that on land as at sea Fridays are associated with A dog in the morning is a sailor’s warning, the number 13 and bad luck. A dog at night is a sailor’s delight. The second: Rain before wind, go aloft and take in; Wind before rain, set your topsail again. More than one interviewee also mentioned the mariner’s belief in the occult power of St. Elmo’s fire, the glow sometimes produced by electrical discharges during violent storms. In Walton’s notes the beliefs carried both premonitory and positive or promising weight. It was harmless and even a boon to the wheelsman when the St. Elmo’s glow was so bright that safe navigation became easier.

The ages of Sail and Steam cross paths as a tug tows a lumber hauler. No explanation accompanies the sketch to indicate whether or not the sailship was damaged. (Sketch courtesy of The Historical Collections of the Great Lakes) How then explain the steamer Petoskey? The ship tempted an impatient fate in at least three ways: her keel was laid on a Friday, her launch took place on a Friday, and she began her maiden voyage on a The Age of Steam had its ship tragedies long after the Age of Sail ended. Fulfilling any sailor’s worst superstitions, the Daniel J. Morrell broke in Friday. half in Lake Huron in November, 1966. One crew member survived. There is no logical conclusion except the one given (Sketch courtesy Robert McGreevy) by Capt. Edward Carus, the author of the 1895 arti- By contrast, an elderly retired schooner crewman cle. Noting that the Petoskey, to his knowledge, had recalled that a vision of St. Elmo’s fire had preceded sailed the lakes for 44 years, the captain maintained the loss of a ship in Lake Huron. “Or so the legends that “At least in her case the Friday ‘hoodoo’ was offi- said.” cially exploded.” THE Page 26 June 16, 2005 Musical Arts in the Park in LaPorte The LaPorte City Band under the direction of Jim June 30: “A Night at the Opera” Michiana Artists Burden will celebrate their 126th season of free sum- Group mer concerts at the Dennis F. Smith Amphitheater in July 7: Children’s Theatre Broadway actress Ariane Fox Park at 7 p.m. each Wed. through August 3rd. Potter Arts in the Park organized by the LaPorte Service July 14: Barbershop Chorus “Masters of Harmony” League has extended this summer season to include Bill Carbon-Director performances on Thursdays—June 9 through Sept. July 21: To be announced 1 and Fridays—June 10 through August 26th. All 38 July 28: Tom Coe and “Showtime Express” concerts are at 7 p.m. In case of inclement weather Aug. 4 “Soul Surgeons Band” Charles Groves- the performance may be cancelled or moved to the Director LaPorte Civic Auditorium. All Thursday and Friday Aug. 11: Jazz trio concerts are free. Aug. 18 Jim Burden’s Sax Quartet and Jazz Trio The LaPorte Service League will be serving refresh- Aug. 25: Country Music ments at the Poppin’ in the Park cart next to the band- Sept. 1: Tom Milo’s Big Band stand. There will donation boxes available for con- FRIDAYS tributions from the public to assist with the expenses June 10: Chris Behre-acoustic guitarist of the summer concert program. June 17 & 24: Vesper Hour of patriotic/inspirational Several local artists will be displaying their work music under the canopy each week. July 1: Indiana’s 38th Infantry Division Directed This is a great opportunity to pack a picnic supper, by: Commander Palumbo bring your lawn chairs and join in a summer of fine July 8: Halogen Band music and art. July 15 & 22: Vesper Hour Following is the schedule for the summer: July 29: Patriotic Band WEDNESDAYS Aug. 5-26: Vespers June 15-Aug. 3: LaPorte City Band Aug.10: LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra—Philip Directions to Fox Park: Bauman, Conductor Fox Park is located North of LaPorte on Clear Aug. 17: NW Indiana Concert Band—Jeff Doebler Lake. Coming from the north: From Hwy. 35 North Director (Look for MacDonald’s and Taco Bell) turn left onto Aug. 24: Jeff Brown’s Jazz Ensemble Truesdale Ave. Proceed about a mile to Fox Park Aug. 31: LaPorte High School Marching Band— which is located on the left side of Truesdale Ave. (Clear Mickey Stisher, Director Lake will be on the right side.) THURSDAYS Fox Park contains a Thrills n’ Spills Skate Park, June 9: Jazz Trio weekly band concerts in the Dennis F. Smith June 16: Instrumental Quartet Amphitheater, softball, baseball, family picnics, and June 23: “Me and the Boys” Band Mary Kay and outdoor activities are just a few of the events. (Open Peter Steele from sunrise to 10 p.m.)

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Janet Smedley with her oil, “Diana,” Best of Show.

Chicago Friends: (l to r) Ken & Kay Hamel, Artist Ray Grzebielski, & Kevin Fahey.

Judge Ken Hosmer felt that judging the show was a humbling experience and an honor for him. In his statement, he said, “Hopefully you will find a favorite painting in this show that ‘speaks’ to you… If you feel so inclined, the ultimate compliment you can give the artist is to love his or her painting so much that you purchase it.”

“Steve,” an oil by Ray Grzebielski. Artist Dana Weber had two oils hanging in the show. One is of horses and titled “One Thing After Another,” while the other is “Magnolia on the Corner,” which was painted from her grandpa’s farm in Montana. Marilynne and Arnold Besse (of Prince Gallery in Michigan City) stood by his choice picture in the show, a watercolor by Judith Berkshire Jones called “The Vaquero’s Filly.” He also likes a Charles Vickeroy Lake Shore Girls: (l to r) Jan Werner, Carol Schmidt, painting which is upstairs in The Art Barn. Marilynne’s Jan Sullivan, & Isabel Willis. favorite is “Waterlilies.” Arnold said, “There is very THE June 16, 2005 Page 35

Arnold & Marilynne Besse with his favorite, Kathleen McQuillan with her Honorable Mention “The Vaquero’s Filly,” by Judith Berkshire Jones. mixed media “Peonies on Red.” little abstract art in this show which is why we like so much of the art.” Merit Award winning artist Linda Oldenburg stood beside her “Chelberg Farm.” She is a Portage High School teacher who lives upstairs in the schoolhouse at Chelberg Farm. Jan told me that Linda (who has been painting twenty-something years) is always winning prizes with her art, which has been exhibited at Elkhart, Chesterton, Michigan City, and Munster—“all over!”

(l to r) Stacy & Lauren Robins and artist Sue Gombus pose by Sue’s Merit Award “Waterlilies.” Linda Oldenburg with her Merit Award winning “Chelberg Farm.” Next there was a break to celebrate two birth- Kathleen McQuillan from Valparaiso was wearing days—Jan Sullivan’s with chocolate cake and Jimmy a very pretty pink outfit and stood by her mixed Duke Johnston’s 62nd with carrot cake. Jimmy stood media work “Peonies on Red,” which won an Honorable beside his watercolor “Yellow Flowers Two” for a Mention in the show. Kathleen said, “I was an art major photo. He said, “It’s a miracle that I made it that far in college but I had five children and stopped paint- (62). I live in Duneland Beach and paint here at The ing for a while. I did do wall hangings and other Art Barn. I’ve been painting off and on all my life, with things, though. I did take a watercolor class from Mark a long period when I didn’t paint. I went to The Art Polmchek at Lake of the Four Seasons and oil paint- Institute and then was in the Army. Now I’ve been painting from Wes Berrier of Hobart. I did this work on my ing again and will be in the June 18th-19th show in own, however.” Wheaton at the Cantiquay Estate (also known as Sue Gombus received a Merit Award for her pas- the McCormick Estate).” tel “Waterlilies.” Her sister, Stacy Robins, and niece, Jan Sullivan told me that she did two 9-foot tall black Lauren, attended the opening, as did her husband. Sue, & white works of Erle’s Lady, one for each side of a who has been working with art for about six years, stage in Mexico. A photograph of Jan beside one of these told me, “I’m a sixth grade teacher in East Chicago was hanging in The Art Barn. and it feels good to do something different.” Art Barn Continued on Page 36 THE Page 36 June 16, 2005

Patti Jennings accepted a Purchase Award for her watercolor “Springtime Pansies” from Julia Holmaas. Julia is a Board member at the Art Barn and also an artist who won a Merit Award for her oil “Secrets.” Julia’s other two works in the show were her mixed media “Park Umbrellas” and her watercolor “Canal Side.”

Art Barn owner Jan Sullivan with her 84th birthday chocolate cake.

(l to r) Patti Jennings receives her Purchase Award for “Springtime Pansies” from Julia Holmaas. Other artists who won Merit Awards were: Rose Peterson for “Summer Delight,” Robert R. Williams for “Rachel in Green,” and Susan Kuc for “April.” Other Purchase Awards were: “Summer Delight” by Rose Peterson, “Tea Time” by Penny Pate Dillon, “Struttin’ Time” by Lynn Diamente, and “Indiana Flatlands” by Virginia Phillips. Other artists receiv- ing Honorable Mention Awards were Patricia Moore, Jimmy Duke Johnston beside his watercolor “Yellow Flowers Two.” Jean Head, Penny Pate Dillon, Thomas Glancy, and Art Barn Continued from Page 35 Amy Dale. Marlies Glickhauf, a friend and fellow artist of Jan There was a wide variety of marvelous hors d’oeu- Sullivan’s, has been to Mexico and decided that she’d vres available with punch and wine served at the recep- “sit out a year” from entering her work in the Juried tion. Roger Carlson was the bartender. Exhibition. Gerri Govert told me that her husband has retired and she’s been enjoying spending some time The Art Barn Show committee members included: with him and not working too hard. She did, howev- Janet Sullivan, Janey Bartos-Eddy, Patty Jennings, er, have two of her pieces entered in this juried show Renae Ricks-Miller, Alice Moss, William T. Wilson, and and accepted a Merit Award for her oil, “Ying and Yang.” Roger Carlson. Gerri will also have some of her art entered in upcom- The Juried Art Barn Show may be viewed at The ing art shows. Art Barn, 695 North 400 East, Valparaiso, Indiana, from 10 A.M. to 4 P.M. Monday – Saturday and by appointment on Sunday, through July 20, 2005. The telephone is 219-462-9009 and e-mail address is [email protected] .

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This website is a service to the maritime indus- FUN • GAMES • SPORTS • ART try in that it collects reports about piracy-prone areas. It covers the Atlantic, Indian, and Pacific PROGRAM Oceans, giving a daily summary. The headquarters of the piracy reporting center is in Kuala Lumpur, Daily 9 am-12 pm Chicago Time Malaysia, and it provides maps of areas hit by maritime piracy and armed robbery. Daily - Weekly - Monthly Seasonal Rates Pirates Info (www.piratesinfo.com). Here, we jump into historical information. Pirate facts and legends, biographies, and the life (and death) of a pirate Call Chris Balawender (219) 879-0076 in general. And, we discover that there was nothing or Mike Heffron (219) 326-1455 romantic about the life of pirates. In fact, they were very brutal, as were their deaths when they were caught. And the pirates of the Caribbean ate their share of turtle meat, since it was plentiful, and fresh. Pirates (www.rochedalss.eq.edu.au/pirates/). There is enough information here to make you an expert on the subject. No Quarter Given (www.noquartergiven.net). The San Diego Maritime Museum had an exhibit of artifacts several years back, and the virtual tour is still online. You can view what is purported to be. Blackbeard’s skull, along with some blunderbusses,

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Coming Soon... Youth Art Shines On PNC Campus CEDAR SUNROOMS & OUTDOOR PLAYSETS During the carefree days of summer the sun shines, a breeze rustles the trees, birds sing…and children create artwork. There are no lazy summer days when the Lubeznik Center is involved. The Lubeznik Center for the Arts will provide art enrichment during the LaPorte County Youth-Serving Agencies Coalition LARGE SELECTION OF GAZEBOS, PLAYHOUSES, STORAGE SHEDS, Summer Adventure Camp, which offers various activ- IN & OUTDOOR FURNITURE, ities and cultural enrichment for children in grades LIGHTHOUSES & MORE! 1-5. Youth artwork will feature a variety of media, including recycled materials, tempera paint and journaling. Coalition agencies represented in this exhibition include: Safe Harbor, Michigan City Boys and Girls Club, Minority Health Coalition of LaPorte County, Imagination Station, Michigan City Family YMCA, Michigan City Parks and Recreation and the Lubeznik Center for the Arts. As part of this summer’s Provence events, a Superior Amish Design! "Summer Camp Artwork" exhibition will be on display from July 7 – Aug. 7 at the Purdue University 9626 West 400 North North Central Library-Student-Faculty (LSF) Building Michigan City, IN Assembly Hall 02. The exhibition is free and open to 219-87A-MISH (872-6474) the public. Please contact Carol Connelly at PNC 400 North (Kieffer Rd), for room availability (800-872-1231, ext. 5267). Visit 1/2 mile east of Holiday Inn (US 421) www.pnc.edu/provence to see the entire schedule of Provence events. FINANCING AVAILABLE PURPLE MARTIN HOUSES NOW AVAILABLE WWW.AMISHSURROUNDINGS.COM Questions about the camp or artwork can be direct- TM www.AMISHSURROUNDINGS.COM ed to Edwin Shelton at the Lubeznik Center (219-874- 4900). Link to www.emichigancity.com/ cityhall/mayor/coalition for more information about The Young People’s Theatre Company the LaPorte County Coalition of Youth Serving presents Agencies. More children’s art from the Summer Adventure THE WIZ Camp, with a focus on Great Lakes ecology, will be on view at the Lakefront Art Festival, Aug, 20-21.

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Strange things are happening. Does anyone remember a funny little comic named Red Buttons and his routine? My own routine began with filling the summer bird feeder that hangs from a black iron shepherd’s crook where the drippings and droolings of the birds are hidden in the hosta below. Next day, there were the feeders, one filled with finch seed, the other with Washington Park special mix, scattered over the walk and the shepherd’s crook almost bent in two. Something, something strange, strong and deter- mined had bent that iron rod over a rock to get it down Blue Jays shriek to ground level feeding. Had and holler when all the raccoons in area other birds come near. ganged up, a blitz of energy working together? Had a herd of deer marauded during the night? Or had some alien beings invaded with bird- seed the core of their diet from unknown realms? This was not a wispy, delicate rod. This staff was Schwartzenegger style. Putting the site in order, I found that blue jays were ground eaters and loved the scattered seed strewn about on the earth. Cardinals shifted their attention to the feeder on the deck where the safflower seeds were handy Great Site in another feeder. Wrens just set up a hullabaloo If the last update about the disruption of a new feeding spot. A small to your web site Less Hassle finch followed inner direction to the thistle feeder that is older than the was moved to hang from an overhang on the porch. 'born-on' date The shepherd’s crook was relegated back of the shed on your beer, waiting for the boom of an Anvil Chorus and perhaps a real-life Arnold to bend it back into shape. I will never your site is know what had attacked it. stale! With this mystery put aside, it was good to talk to Carol Cook from the Saves the Dunes Council to hear how another problem had been attacked. 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CPA & Business Advisory Services Call The Beacher With Your News 23 N. Thompson Street Now Accepting Business and New Buffalo, Michigan 49117 Individual Clients (219) 879-0088 THE Page 52 June 16, 2005 Activities to Explore Home & Garden Party Helping to beautify your home inside & out with framed art & In the Local Area: accessories, silk florals/greenery, candles, resin statues and more… June 15-18 — “I Hate Hamlet.” Canterbury Summer over 700 items in full-line catalog! Theatre production by the Festival Players Guild. The Only difference between ordinary and extraordinary is a little “extra”! Curtain Wed. 2 & 8 pm; Thurs-Fri, 8 pm; Sat, 5 & 8 15% off your first order • Earn products for free…Ask me how! pm. 807 Franklin St., Michigan City. Tix $12.50 & $14. Group, sen. cit. and student disc., phone 219/874-4269. Joyce Deardorff, Independent Designer 219-785-2950 June 16 — Free Day at Washington Park Zoo for all Michigan City residents. 3-7 pm. June 16-20 — “Dear Frankie.” Rated PG-13. Thurs & Fri 6:30 pm; Sat & Sun 4 & 6:30 pm; Mon 6:30 pm. Tuscan Valley Landscaping (MI times). Also showing: “Melinda and Melinda.” A Woody Allen Film starring Will Ferrell. Rated PG-13. & Lawn Care Thurs-Mon, 9:15 pm only. Vickers Theatre, 6 N. Elm Quality Work • Professional Personal Service St., Three Oaks, MI. 269/756-3522 or www.vicker- Spring/Fall Clean Up • Mowing stheatre.com Planting • Trimming • Decks • Patios • Stairs June 17 — Bookmarks at Noon at MC Public Insured LIbrary. March by Geraldine Brooks will be reviewed Mobile (219) 861-3459 • Residence (269) 756-2891 Bill Evans by Bonnie Hunter. Free & open to the public. June 17 — Free Family Films in Washington Park: “Because of Winn-Dixie.” Approx. 8:30 pm at the Jaycee Stage in Washington Park. Co-sponsored by PLEASANT HEIGHTS FARM the library and the City of Michigan City. 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June 23 — Library Art Auction. 6 pm at the MC Public Library. There will be no reserves. Art work will be Catherine&Company in the library for viewing. Jim Lestinsky of LaPorte Vintage and Modern Lamps will be the auctioneer. Info: Robin Kohn, 873-3049. Large Lampshade Selection • Gifts Places to Visit: Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday 11-5 MI time Barker Mansion, 631 Washington St., Michigan 900 W. Buffalo (U.S. 12), New Buffalo • 269-469-2742 • F 269-469-5655 City. Adm. $4/adults, $2/kids 18 & under, free/kids under 3. Guided tours Mon.-Fri., 10 am, 11:30 am & 1 pm. Great Lakes Museum of Military History, 360 Dunes Plaza, Michigan City. Info 872-2702 or on the web at www.miliaryhistorymuseum.org LaPorte County Historical Museum, county complex we’re totally unseasonable. in downtown LaPorte, IN. Hours 10 am-4:30 pm, open year’round for coffees & ice cream Tues-Sat. 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His job as riveter was the one thing that made him feel alive and accomplished and distanced from the all the dirty work. Politics—-underworld thugs——it seemed there really wasn’t any difference between the two in 1930. Both elements wanted control and wealth…both wanted a piece of the action. It was all about know- ing someone who knew someone with muscle. Everyone was used to payoffs and bribes, heck, it was a way of life to New Yorkers. Prohibition was in full swing, which, of course, made booze a very lucrative business, and one more thing to fight for control of. Lauren Belfer, author of City of Light said “Empire Rising is vivid, vibrant, and raw, a story about beauty and corruption, idealism and violence, as intricate as New York City itself.” Well said, Lauren. Empire Rising is my thumbs up recommendation for a Father’s Day gift he’s sure to enjoy. Skip the cutsy gift—give him a book! Till next time, happy reading! THE Page 56 June 16, 2005 Travels with Charley: Bagging a Great Start to Summer on da Sout’ Side

by Charles McKelvy

Looking for a low-cost way in which to enliven your family’s 4th of July festivities? Then look no farther than “da Sout’ Side” of Chicago where the game of “bags” is being played by kids and adults of all ages for hours and hours at a time. Bags? Yes, the game is actually based upon eight cloth bags of unpopped popcorn. Two teams of two compete to toss the bags into goals constructed of plywood. If you land a bag on the goal surface, you get a point, and if you sink a bag through the hole in the middle, you get three points. The first team to get 21 points wins. However, your opponent can nullify your points by repeating what you have just done. Huh? Yeah, that’s what I said first time I played bags. The author (left) and his niece, Meg Wright, square off in Meg’s drive-way for a highly competitive game of bags. But my family, who live in beautiful Beverly on da All the equip- far Sout’ Side of Chicago, guided me successfully ment you need through my first game, which was played in my sis- to play bags — one of the two ter’s driveway. goals and eight Both before and after dark. bags filled with Yes, there is day bags, and there is night bags. unpopped popcorn. Be sure Some seasoned players prefer the night version, and use differ- because, they say, you must rely more on your sense ent colors for of touch than your sight. In other words, you have each set of four bags. to feel the bag of unpopped popcorn willing itself to plop right through the goal mouth. At any rate, my brother-in-law Stu Wright, says he

Jim Wright, who will be a sophomore in the fall, shows his winning bags form.

Jake McKelvy fires away. THE June 16, 2005 Page 57

created his family’s bags tournament set from With bags, the possibilities are endless, and if you “some wood, nails, cloth, and popcorn.” want to play for money or, heavens forbid, even con- How much popcorn? sider playing “strip bags,” then that’s entirely your busi- “Enough to fill the bag,” Stu said. ness. How big do the round goal mouths need to be? I know my nephew Jake McKelvy, and his honorary “Big enough for the bags to fall through,” Stu said. brother, Tommy Kerrigan, and I were so worn out from Also, how steep should the two goals be pitched, and playing bags all Memorial Day Weekend that the how far apart should they be placed? three of us had to retire to a Vietnamese restaurant “Use your best judgment,” Stu said, “and have in Chinatown Square for a replenishing feast of noo- fun.” dle soup, spring rolls, and tropical fruit shakes made Yes, you’ll have lots and lots of fun if you bring the from papaya and mango. game of bags to your next picnic. My niece, Meg Wright, said the game has all kinds of colorful lore attached to it. Such as, she said, the rumor that it is known in Iowa as “corn hole” because the goals resemble the seats in those beloved outhouses of old. Maybe that’s how the game got started. No one in my family knew for sure, but we sure spent a good part of the long Memorial Day Weekend playing bags. We even had a tournament that went long into the darkness and ended with my sister Missy and her friend “Bear” from Pennsylvania beating her niece Kelly and her oldest brother whose eyesight was definitely failing in the darkness. A trio of weary bags players repairs to Chinatown for some Vietnamese food: (from left to right) the author, Tommy Kerrigan, and Jake McKelvy. As Tommy is pretty much confined to a wheel- chair, Jake and I decided to wheel him over to nearby Ping Tom Memorial Park after dinner for a look at the south branch of the Chicago River. We saw two Amtrak trains cross a nearby bridge, and we spotted some anglers going for whatever big game fish make it that far down the river.

Tommy Kerrigan and the rest of the peanut gallery watch a lively game of bags in the Wright driveway. Excuses, excuses, excuses! But you have no excuse not to build your own bags game and play it year-round. In winter, you could substitute snowballs for the bags of popcorn, or you could just bring the whole operation indoors for the duration. All ages can play, and, as we discovered during Memorial Day Weekend, it’s a whole lot more fun if Looking for fish in the south branch of the Chicago River. you mix up the age groups. Also, you might want to pit one family against another, or have siblings take Alas, no one caught anything, but we sure caught one another on. a wonderful view of the city that you would never, ever And you’ll definitely want to set out chairs along see from a car. the playing area to give the peanut gallery a chance When we had walked and rolled off our dinner, we to offer biting commentary on the performance of went to our cars and drove our separate ways home fellow family members. with bags of popcorn flying through our heads. THE Page 58 June 16, 2005 CLASSIFIED CLASSIFIED RATES - (For First 2 Lines.) 1-3 ads - $7.00 ea. •• 4 or more ads - $5.50 ea. (Additional lines- $1.00 ea.) PH: 219/879-0088 - FAX 219/879-8070. Email CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE RECEIVED BY FRIDAY - 4:00 P.M. - PRIOR TO THE WEEK OF PUBLICATION PERSONAL SERVICES NEED A NERD specializes in computer networking, data recovery and backup, as well as complete Microsoft Small Business Server packages for your business or professional practice. We serve clients locally as well as in the Chicago area. Call 269-469-5088 or 312-933-1731. Visit us at www.need-a-nerd.net • • • DON’T THROW AWAY -WE HAUL AWAY FREE • • • Anything which can be used or sold to benefit several local charities. For more information Call Ed. Campion Sr. - Phone 219/879-2934 CUSTOM PC TECHNOLOGIES - Repairs - Upgrades. Custom Built PC’s - Networking - Virus removal - Web design & maintenance. Fast, affordable service. We come to you at no additional charge. Call 219/872-7478. www.custompctechs.com WE HAVE DIVERSE SOLUTIONS FOR YOUR CREDIT NEEDS! •Low APRs• •No Upfront Fees• •Fast Approvals• CALL (800) 405-8157 TODAY!! “UNLIMITED PHONE CALLS” Is your phone bill more than $24.99 for unlimited calls in the U.S. and to Canada? If so, you’re paying too much!!! Visit www.vonagesaves.com to start your savings. SAVE YOUR PRECIOUS MEMORIES DIGITALLY ON CDs OR DVDs Home movies-slides-pictures transferred to CDs or DVDs Digital Archiving of all documents to CD or DVD. Corporate and Industrial Video Productions Aerial Photography and Video “See your Home or Business from the Sky” Aerial digital photo in frame only $55 Contact: Ken Willard at Midwest Video Communications 219-879-8433 or email [email protected] LPN VISITING FOR SUMMER from Europe seeking to provide elderly or Dimensional Stone, Inc. special needs child care. Overnight and weekends not a problem. Please call 219-871-1218. PERSONAL COACHING. Summer is a great time to dream about your best life. Why not make those dreams a reality? Call Laurie Wink, Ph.D., at 219-874-5304 to find out what coaching can do for you and schedule a complimentary confidential session. Custom Granite SELF IMPROVEMENT - INSTRUCTIONS MUSIC TEACHER - Special Music, Parties, etc. Counter Tops Lessons - Pop & Traditional — Call 219/872-1217. EXPERIENCED TEACHER will tutor elementary students. Call 219-879-6678. PRIVATE SWIMMING LESSONS by former member of Greek National swim team. Call for Beth at 219-879-0089 (3#). KITEBOARDING - kite flying skills instruction, equipment provided. 2-1/2 hr. class, $125 per student. 219-778-8418.

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Call 219-879-0687. Ask for Lori. WARREN’S PAINT & PRESSURE WASHING. SUZANNE’S CLEANING Free estimates. Call 219-872-6424. 219/326-5578. RON’S QUALITY PAINTING. Specializing in cedar-sided homes. Now HANDYMAN-HOME REPAIR-PLUMBING booking exterior painting. Free est. Insured. Call 269-471-5990. QUALITY CARPENTRY: Expert remodeling of kitchens, bathrooms. FIREMAN PAINTING. Also: doors, windows, skylights, ceramic tile, drywall, decks & repairs. Interior/Exterior painting - Wallpaper removal - Dry wall repair Small jobs welcome. Call Ed at 219/878-1791. Texturing - Pressure Washing - Deck sealing. Customer satisfaction our HANDYMAN - Antenna service. Phone & TV jacks. House wiring. No. 1Priority. 20 yrs. Exp. - Ref. Avail. Call 219-363-1812. Sinks. Toilets. Countertops. Carpentry. Full house rehab work. PREMIER POWER WASH. Decks, fences, concrete, houses. Restaining Beach Stairway Repair & Refurbishing. and resealing. Insured and bonded. Call 219-363-0475. DR. TOM’S SERVICE CLINIC - 219/778-4036 •••••• BOB SIMA’S POWER WASHING •••••• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • CALL 219-561-1219. HIRE Sue’s HUSBAND WAYNE’S PAINTING. Interiors/exteriors. Siding, staining, pressure washing. Is your list of household repair & maintenance projects growing? Deck specialist available. Now booking August. Small jobs welcome. - Quality Work. — Call Ed Berent @ 219/879-8200. Free estimates by appointment only. Call 219-778-2549, ask for Wayne. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • DON THE WINDOW CLEANER LANDSCAPE-Lawns-Clean Up, Etc. Residential - Commercial - Gutter Cleaning - Custom Homes - High H & D TREE SERVICE and LANDSCAPING, INC. — Windows my Specialty - Year-Round Cleaning - LaPorte & Porter Co. Full service tree and shrub care. Trimming, planting, removal. Free estimates - References - Call Donald Munnell at 219/465-0759. Firewood, snowplowing, excavating. — Call 872-7290. H & H HOME REPAIR FREE ESTIMATES • Light Carpentry • Demo work • Regular home maintenance EXPERIENCED LANDSCAPER. Clean-ups, landscaping. 25 Years experience. Insured. — 219/326-8512. Flagstone and brick patio installation. Call 219-448-1754. THE Page 60 June 16, 2005

HEALY’S LANDSCAPING & STONE PIANO STORE GOING OUT OF BUSINESS. Over 100 new and used 219/879-5150 — FAX 219-879-5344 baby grands, grands, consoles, studios, digitals and organs. http://www.healysland.com - [email protected] Must be sold. Make offer. Call 1-866-651-4770. LARGEST Supplier of Natural Stone in NW Indiana 2005 SUPER BIKE SCOOTERS & CHOPPERS. 49cc. 4 stroke. 4 speed 15+ Types of Flagstone, Granite boulders, River Rock, Mulch, manual. Largest avail. Top of the line. Orig. $2150, sell $950 & $1450. 30+ Types of Stone Call 219-898-0390. MC/VISA/Discover accepted. New Items: Kewanee Skippers, Platinum Blue Flagstone, Black HUGE GARAGE/MOVING SALE. Sat./Sun. 6/18, 6/19, 9am-1 pm. 527 Flagstone, Appaloosa Flagstone, Santa Margarita Flagstone. Landscaping, Stone Work, Ponds, Fountains, Nursery Stock! E. Bellevue, Beverly Shores, IN. Intersection of Beverly & Merrivale. Order now to avoid Spring Rush! Rain or Shine. Brand new items, sinks, closet doors, furntirue, antiques, vanities, electronics, baby items, exercise equip., massage chair,wine JIM’S LAWN SERVICE . racks, tools, chainsaw, etc. For all your mowing needs, call Jim. Weekly & bi-weekly rates. 219/874-2715. Leave message. Shomer Shabbat Antiques & Art 8 rooms, jammed with antiques and collectables. H&S SERVICES —2621 E. US HIGHWAY 12 Call 219/872-8946 1004 E. Michigan Blvd., Michigan City. 879-1942. Closed Saturday. Let Us Be Your One Stop Shop REAL ESTATE Colored Mulch - Topsoil - River Rock Retaining Wall Blocks - Natural Stone COMMERCIAL - RENTALS/LEASE/SELL ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• GOLDEN SANDES STORE AND LOCK AFFORDABLE LAWN MAINTENANCE. 4407 E. U.S. 12 (@ Hwy. 212) Michigan City, IN. 219/879-5616. Mowing, Trimming, Yard Clean-up. 219-898-1987. OFFICE SPACE AVAIL IN BEAUTIFUL SETTING, located on the east- ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• ern edge of Michigan City. Rent includes all util, + common area PAT’S TREE SERVICE. maintenance. For more information phone Jerry at 219/874-8748 Complete tree and landscaping service. FOR LEASE WITH IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY Experts in storm damage. Licensed and insured.Free estimates. Approximately 1,500 square feet of executive office space located at Call 219-362-5058. 1411 S. Woodland Ave., Michigan City, IN. Contemporary style, ample CAPPY’S LAWN CARE drive up parking and energy efficient. Call 219/872-0318. FREE ESTIMATES • FULLY INSURED OFFICE SUITE. 3 private offices and reception area. Expenses, except 219-874-3580 phone, paid. Well maintained, high traffic area. 2811 E. Michigan Blvd., Michigan City. (219) 879-9188, 879-2700. ADDIE’S LAWN MAINTENANCE • Residential & Commercial BOAT DOCK SALE & RENTALS Yard Clean-Up • Mowing• Aeration• Thatching• We also do Ext. Power Wash, Stain & Seal. Free Estimates. We Beat Any Written Price. 41’ BOAT SLIP— SALE OR RENT. B-106 The Moorings, Call 219-879-2017 or (cell) 219-331-3571 - Leave message. New Buffalo, Michigan. Call Bob at 708-267-8894. RENTALS INDIANA GREENLEAVES TREE SERVICE. Trimming, pruning, removal, stump HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH grinding. Free estimates. Call 219-877-8263 or 219-871-1016. 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. SANDCASTLE LANDSCAPE & TREE MAINTENANCE. LONG BEACH COZY 4/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) Professional arborist. (Licensed & insured) Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/579-1745. Serving the beach area for over 15 yrs. Call 219-878-3032. CHUCK’S LANDSCAPING AND TREE SERVICE. DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB Custom landscape design & installation. Tree & shrub planting. LAKEFRONT CONDOS — 2 and 3 bedrooms. Compete Lawn Renovation, i.e., Seed & Sod - Mulch & River Rock. Avail. June-Sept. — $1,400 to $2,000 per week. Retaining Walls & Planters: Rock. Block Flagstone Timbers. Railroad ties. DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. Drain Tile Installation for Water Control Brick Patios — Driveway Designs — Parking Problems? Resolved! THE PERFECT BEACH HOUSE IN SHERIDAN BEACH High tolerance tree and stump removal — Tree and bush removal 3/BR, 2.5 /Bath. 1 Block to beach. Great big eat-in kitchen. Pool table. Fireplace. Insured and References - Senior Discount. 2 Decks w/gas grill. Satellite TV w/DVR, DVD, VCR. Washer/Dryer. REAL- ONE CALL DOES IT ALL LY COMFY BEDS! Sleeps 10. Avail Memorial Day to Labor Day, $1,900/wk. 219/874-8785 Off-season rates negotiable. Contact Stacy, 312/282-1535, or email [email protected] for pictures & more info. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES CHARMING MICHIANA SHORES COTTAGE IN WOODED AREA ATTENTION DRIVERS willing to train to obtain CDL! NO EXPERI- A little over a block to great beach. New w/rustic charm. Fireplace. ENCE NECESSARY! TMC Transportation needs drivers. Guaranteed 2/Bath, 2+BR. A/C. D/W. By month or longer/by week in summer. weekly earnings. Premium equipment and benefits. Excellent earn- 773/935-1855 days, or 773/248-3265 evenings. ing potential and still be OFF WEEKENDS! It’s not a job, it’s a www.mintzdds.com/michiana future! FOR CDL Training through Commercial Driver Institute in HARBOR COUNTRY - Unique cottage with large, two story living space. South Bend, IN. Call today. - 1-800-882-7364 AC0064 2BR, 2Baths. Can sleep 6. Large screened porch. Lovely terrace & gar- MANAGER NEEDED. 18 yr. old environmental company seeks ambi- den. Gourmet kitchen. Washer/Dryer. A/C. Cable, TV/DVD. Stereo. tious, motivated, high integrity individual. Call 888-378-0527. Computer. All linens. Bicycles. 8 blks. to beautiful beach. Sat/Sat rental, ACCESS TO COMPUTER? Work from home online. $500-$1,500 part $1,200/wk. Photos avail. A must see. 773/929-2295. time to $5,000+ full time. www.fortuneinsuccess.com/?refid=be SHERIDAN BEACH. Contemporary, spacious, furn. 3BR, 2-1/2BA home. LOOKING FOR A REGULAR SATURDAY NIGHT BABYSITTER thru 2-car garage. Outstanding lake vistas. Short or long term. Call 630-852- summer for two girls, 3 & 4 yrs. old. Prefer teenage or college student. 5414, e-mail [email protected], www.michigancityrental.com References required. Please call 219-872-5110. MICHIANA SHORES-ORIGINAL 1930’S MICHIANA LOG CABIN Want to go back to camp? Just renovated, along the creek. Sleeping loft WANT TO SELL and 4 bunk beds, frpl, screen porch, deck, gas grill, A/C. GET YOUR ART & OFFICE SUPPLIES AT FIRME’S Close to playground and 2-1/2 blk. to beach. Off season rates avail. (2 Stores) 11th & Franklin Streets, Michigan City - 219/874-3455 5/23-7/1, $750/wk; 8/1-8/31, $800/wk or $2,000/mo. Negotiable. Highway 12, Beverly Shores - Just West of Traffic Light. Call Judy 1-866-400-6800 or email [email protected] 1993 SEA RAY SEA RAYER and TRAILER LONG BEACH EXECUTIVE HOUSE RENTAL. Still exc. Weeks avail. 4 passenger. Looks & runs great. $2,900. Call 219-879-8239. Stop 29. Overlooking lake. Fantastic decks/views. 3BR, 2BA, A/C, W/D, J.D. BRAUNER BUTCHER BLOCK KITCHEN TABLE. 3 ft. x 6 ft. 6 in. cable TV, WIFI High spd Internet, and more. NO PETS/NO SMOKING. with 18 in. leaf. Six Windsor chairs. $700. Call 773-779-3527. Choice weeks avail. $2,500/wk. Call 630-337-6220. CARPET DIRECT. WHY PAY RETAIL? SHARONKAY local agent for 4TH OF JULY AT STOP 37 BEACH! Near lake, rustic Michiana Shores the mills. Carpet, vinyl, tile, hardwood and laminates. cabin sleeps 6. Some July weeks available at $1,000/wk. Call 219-916-5719 or 219-754-8177. Rent in June for $800/wk. Call 219-878-0813. THE June 16, 2005 Page 61

LONG BEACH SINGLE FAMILY YEAR ROUND ON DOUBLE LOT 2 BEVERLY SHORES. 1 HR. FROM CHICAGO. 2-1/2 blks. from beautiful BLKS. FROM STOP 28. Well maintained open flr. plan with gorgeous beach. 3 level secluded home atop a dune surrounded by trees. hrdw. flrs. & frpl. Comfortably sleeps 12. New separate basement guest 3+BR, 3-1/2 BA. Sleeps 8+. Wraparound deck. Pool table, ping pong. suite with full bath, laundry & bunk beds. The best and biggest beach in Library loft. Newly furn. by interior designer. Don’t miss this one. Long Beach. Call 847-251-7494 or visit http://vrbo.com/57932 $2,195/wk. Call 773-665-0134 or 773-425-0554. SUMMER ESCAPE RENTAL, STOP 31, SHORELAND HILLS. - 1-blk to lake. SHERIDAN BEACH APARTMENTS, yr. rd., quiet bldgs., off street park- Charming rehabbed cottage. Retro décor. Sleeps 6-8. 2Baths. A/C. Huge ing, laundry, non-smoker, no pets. Call for information 219-879-2195. screen porch & yard. Family friendly. $1,100/wk. Call 847/696-0878. BEVERLY SHORES. 1 HR. FROM CHICAGO. 2-1/2 blks. from beautiful SUMMER RENTALS ARE HERE! beach. 3 level secluded home atop a dune surrounded by trees. ••4-5BR w/panoramic Lake Michigan view rents for $2,500/wk. 2 huge 3+BR, 3-1/2 BA. Sleeps 8+. Wraparound deck. Pool table, ping pong. screen porches & quick lake access! Library loft. Newly furn. by interior designer. Don’t miss this one. ••3BR, 2BA w/2 sleeping lofts is just 1 door from Lake. $1,700/wk. $2,195/wk. Call 773-665-0134 or 773-425-0554. ••Sheridan Beach 3-4BR cottage on Lake Michigan beach w/huge deck. RENTALS MICHIGAN $2,500/wk. ••3BR Michiana cottage available $950/wk. HOUSE FOR RENT - NEW BUFFALO - Convenient “in town” ••4BR, 2BA home at Michiana & Lake Shore Dr. has gorgeous views. location. 16 S. Townsend. Take the first right after Jackson’s Market Avai. For July $2,500/wk. on U.S. 12. Available now. Newly renovated. New appliances. New ••5BR, 4.5BA. 200 Hilltop in Sheridan Beach. $3,500/wk. Great Lake window treatments. 2 Bedroom. Full dry basement. Large yard and Michigan views. one garage. VERY CLEAN! $700 per month. Security deposit & Merrion & Associates, Realtor references. NO SMOKERS. No pets. Please drive by first. 219-872-4000 www.merrionrealty.com Call Gary at 269/449-2168 to see more. SHERIDAN BEACH SUMMER RENTAL. Lg. modern luxury 3BR, MICHIANA, MI. 3BR, 2 BA, compl. Furn. A/C, 2-1/2 blks. to lake. 1-1/2BA across from beach. A/C, W/D. $1,250/wk. Disc. for longer stays. $750/wk. or $2,800/mo. Avail. July thru Aug. Call 219-872-7336. Call 219-872-4446. MICHIGAN, NEW BUFFALO, GRAND BEACH. Lakefront home, just 42 CHARMING COUNTRY HOME - STOP 33 steps down to a private beach on Lake Michigan. Enjoy magnificent sunsets Aug. rental (2 blks. from lake). Fully furnished, 4BR, 2BA. Family room from this lake-front deck. Golf course and tennis courts are within walking dis- w/fireplace. Sun porch. 2 car garage. A/C. W/D. Patio Deck. tance. This cozy 3BR, is air-conditioned and equipped with a washer and $1,500/week. Call 708-784-9866. dryer. Avail. July & Aug. for $1,800/wk. Or June & Sept. for $975/wk. Call 708-848-1025 for a viewing appointment. SHERIDAN BEACH - STOP 3 - 3BR, 2/Bath. Sleeps 10. Central A/C. ON LAKE MICHIGAN, NEW BUFFALO. 2BR condo Warwick Shores. W/D. 2-Decks. Grill. Enclosed veranda. 100 yards to beach. Also cottages. Private beach, pool, tennis, summer or year round rental. Summer/Fall rental. 708-532-4927 or www.geocities.com/pafleck1950. Call 269-469-0300-wkdays, 269-469-2943-even. & wk. ends. SHERIDAN BEACH SUMMER RENTALS HOUSE FOR RENT. SALLY’S HOUSE. New Buffalo Harbor Dunes com- •3BR, 2Bath. Fully furn. On beach. $2,500/wk.. munity. Beautiful new construction. 2BR, 2BA. A/C. 2-sided frpl w/vaulted ceil- •STUDIO - 1BR, fully furn. On beach. $800/wk. 312-560-5122. ing. Fully furn. Wrap around porch, partially screened in. Pool in community. RENTAL IN LONG BEACH. 3BR, 2.5BA. SLEEPS 7+. Wonderful home. $1,200/week. Off season negotiable. 1 blk. to beach at Stop 20. Call 773-793-8785 for avail. $2,500/wk. Call 219-680-0270 or 219-874-9976 weekends. CLASSIC BEACH COTTAGE IN SHERIDAN BEACH. Steps from beach. MICHIANA, 3745 LAKE SHORE DRIVE - 2BR/2BA, sleeps 6. Lake Sleeps up to 10. New carpet & furn. 5BR, 2-1/2BA. across street. Spectacular Lake/Sunset views. $1,000 week. AVAIL: June, Call Linda at 708-784-1465 or www.vrbo.com/56490 July, August, September. Call (312) 527-0414, ext. 245. JUST A HALF BLOCK FROM THE WATER’S EDGE of Lake Michigan MICHIANA COTTAGE. 2 blks. to beach. Day camp a short walk away. and steps from the Coffee Shop. Washington Park, and the zoo. This Pets allowed. 3BR, 2BA sleeps 7+ infant. A/C. Cable TV. Lg. screened cozy beach house has 2BR, bath, an open kitchen, wood floors and front porch. Beach chairs, sand toys. W/D. Linens provided. No smoking. deck to make you feel relaxed and right at home. Private parking & ani- Avail wks. June, Aug, Sept. $1,500/wk. mal friendly. $1,000/wk. and security deposit required. For info & pix call Judy 847-710-0857 or email [email protected] Ken Potempa, 219-873-9761 or www.mylakeshorerental.com/ THE COTTAGE BEACH HOUSE IN UNION PIER. Newly available! Comfy Can be seen at 108 California, Sheridan Beach. 2BR. 1,5BA cottage in the heart of Union Pier with private beach rights. LOVELY LONG BEACH executive home for rent. Stop 29. Just one Sleeps 6. $1,250/wk. Call 1-888-643-8725 or visit short block from fantastic beach. Newly remodeled home is great summer www.cottagecoach.com base for caring family. Cable, A/C, new appliances & beds. Leave the BEAUTIFUL VINTAGE MICHIANA COTTAGE FOR RENTAL family at the beach and commute to work via the South Shore RR. Treat One block from beautiful Lake Michigan Beach at Stop 39. Fully your family to fun, sun, sand and Lake Michigan from a great family furnished—Charming Deco decor. Air conditioned, forty windows to home. Four week minimum rental. Call 330-668-7246 or 330-606-7059 catch lake breezes. Sleeps up to eight persons. Three bedrooms. for rates and availability. Two full baths. Two woodburning fireplaces. New kitchen. Secluded SPACIOUS 5BD, 3BA LONG BEACH HOME. 1 blk. from Stop 28 beach. forty oak tree landscape with Adirondack chairs and hammocks. Available for summer rental. Call for available dates.Call 630-323-5941. TVs with cable and movie channels. BBQ grill. Pets welcome. 2BR CONDO IN LONG BEACH POINTE. Water/gas/heat. $815/month Call [773] 528-0825 or [773] 281-7100, or 773-454-2200. plus electric. Call Merrion & Associates Realtors at 219-872-4000. NEW 2003 EFFICIENCY/STUDIO APT. WITH JACUZZI TUB. SHERIDAN BEACH LAKE SHORE DRIVE BEACH HOUSE. Completely Downtown New Buffalo, walk to beach. June thru Sept. Term lease $3,900 remodeled. Stunning contemporary design. 4BR, 4BA. Beautifully furn. + $500 deposit. Cable TV, local phone and util. included. Call 269-983-3174. Granite/Stainless Steel kitchen. Lg. deck. Screened in porch. Tower BEACH HOUSE ON CREST OF DUNE. New Buffalo. 2BR, 2-1/2BA. Room with panoramic views of Lake Michigan. Avail. weekly June thru Terrific views of lake, Chicago skyline, sunsets. Private woods w/trails, Aug and off-season rental avail. Call Jenny 219-874-0075. tennis pool, beach. Frplc, DSL, deck, balc. Summer: $1600/wk. Off- PLYMOUTH COTTAGE. Fully furnished, fully renovated. Sheridan Beach season: $1000/mo. Call 773-947-9182 or 269-469-6579. house, lake side of Lake Shore Drive between stops 4 & 5. 4BR, sleeps 8, RENT OUR COZY BEACH HOUSE IN BEAUTIFUL GATED SHORE- secluded patio, screened porch, private beach path just steps to the lake. WOOD HILLS IN SAWYER, MI for the entire year for the price of a sum- Great weeks still avail. June-Sept. Call Beth 630-378-5364. mer rental! Easy Chicago commute. Cute & small—great for a couple or small family. 2BR, gardens, frpl., lg. deck, W/D, A/C, garage. 1 blk. to ESCAPE TO BEAUTIFUL SANDY BEACHES at this 3BR lakefront with lovely association beach. 3 blks. to playground and tennis. $1,200/mo. for coach house. Sleeps 12. $3,200/wk or just main house $2,500/wk. entire yr. We are looking for long term tenants. Call 518-828-5929. Call Lake Effect Vacation Rentals Realty at 269/469-9813. 1BR CONDO OVERLOOKING HARBOR IN MICHIGAN CITY, Fpl., pool, REAL ESTATE FOR SALE deck. Annual lease preferred. $795/mo. 50’ Boat Slip, $2,495/season. BEAUTIFUL LONG BEACH POINTE CONDO - 1BR lower level with new Call 269-469-3404 or 847-420-3404. berber carpet & ceramic floors. All appliances stay. Private patio. Close to LONG BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT ON LAKE SHORE DRIVE beach and Notre Dame School. Community pool. Call 219-872-0465. 3/BR. A/C. Fpl. Furn. Summer wkly. rentals avail. Also avail Sept thru LONG BEACH, STOP 20. 4BR, 3BA. Deck. 5 car garage May. $750/mo + util. Call 708/424-8756, or 219/874-8428. $395K - Call 847-827-5382 or 219-872-4975. SUMMER RENTAL BY THE WEEK OR MONTH. Long Beach waterfront. FOR SALE BY OWNER. 60’ x 100’ Long Beach lot on Oriole Trail. 3BR, 2-1/2BA. Newly remodeled. Call 773-405-9879. $90,000. Call 219-874-5946 THE Page 62 June 16, 2005

872-4000 FAX (219) 872-4182 Specializing in Distinctive Properties MERRION & ASSOCIATES REALTORS Indiana and Michigan 707 Washington Street, Michigan City, IN Michele Meden

JUST 8 MINUTES (timed by a “senior” Senior) to one of Lake Michigan’s most beautiful and private beaches! This splendid home of 9 rooms (3388 sq ft) on 4 lots in Michiana Shores is a great place to live, offering a fabulous Great Room, a classic fieldstone fireplace in the dining room and a huge master bedroom with walk-in bath. The home’s distinctive interior includes pine and oak walls (clear redwood in the jacuzzi & sauna room). Other features include a screened front porch, 3 decks, a full basement, 2 car garage and loads of parking. Call Michele Meden for your own appointment. $729,000

SUNSET VIEWS! Come see this year-round 3 bedroom, 2 bath home at Stop 20 on Lake Shore Drive in Long Beach. Views can be enjoyed from the open living area or the 30x13 deck, which is great for summer barbeques. Entry to the beach is just 4 doors away! Includes one car garage & extra room for parking. Call today! $548,000

COUNTRY LIVING AT ITS BEST! This beautiful 3 bedroom, 3 bath raised ranch home sits on 3/4 of an acre in a hidden subdivision off Wozniak Road in LaPorte County. A great floor plan boasts extra spacious rooms, including a lower level family room with warm fireplace and wetbar.. A large master bedroom has a full bath and cherry hardwood floors; a huge deck wraps around the outside from living room to kitchen area. Recent updates include a 1999 roof and brand new carpeting! $184,900

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872-4000 FAX (219) 872-4182 Specializing in Distinctive Properties MERRION & ASSOCIATES REALTORS Indiana and Michigan Debbie Burke 707 Washington Street, Michigan City, IN Ed Merrion Owner Broker

TAXES ARE GOING UP!!! If you want to build a new home A GREAT BUY! This darling 3 bedroom ranch is located at the in the beach area and not suffer from extreme taxation, take advan- North end of Lake Hills, just 2.5 blocks to great beaches on Lake tage of assessment “trending” & build in an area of established Michigan. The interior sparkles with refinished hardwood oak homes! This beautiful lot has 124.88' frontage on Lake Mary, is floors. There is a full, finished basement and a great screen close to Notre Dame Church & school, and has beautiful year- porch to watch the world go by. You can’t be any closer to the round lake & golf course views. Call Ed Merrion for further info lake for the price! Call John Hayes for your appointment. on assessment trending. $119,000 $189,500

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IT’S A SHORT WALK to the deeded beach rights which come 1819 Lake Shore Drive with this 4 bedroom, 2 bath home fronting on White Creek. YOUR VIEWS OF LAKE MICHIGAN are year-round, and Hardwood & ceramic tile floors, along with pine & honey birch with this 4 bedroom, 3 bath beach home, you can enjoy swim- stained trim & doors give character to the sparkling clean inte- ming year-round too! Perched on a dune overlooking Lake rior. The maintenance-free exterior will allow you to enjoy the Michigan in Long Beach, this warm family home comes with main floor master suite, finished lower level and its own indoor, beautiful yard and views of the creek & woodlands beyond. Over heated pool! The resident-only beach is right across the street, 2500 sq ft; low utilities. $343,500 so you have the best of both worlds! Come see! $898,500 LOOK FOR US ON THE INTERNET! • www.MerrionRealty.com Debbie Burke, GRI, ABR Ed Merrion*, CRS, GRI Liv Markle*, CRS, GRI Julie Gring Jim Laughlin Debbie Mengel Susan Carter Jim McGah*, Broker Associate Bill Moldenhauer Jerry Lambert Joan Brown Fran Merrion, GRI, ABR Michele Meden, ABR Jeff Meyer Heather Melnyk *Licensed in John Hayes, GRI, ABR Dave Walsh Tricia Meyer Jessica Storey IN and/or MI THE Page 64 June 16, 2005

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5411 E 1000 North Rustic 1939 Log Cabin on high dune with 175 feet lot for Galena Township, Horse Country 11 plus acres with tall trees, running stream, room a pool, volleyball. Great room has fieldstone fireplace, to roam. Unique custom built 2 story has vault- wood floor. Sliding glass doors open to gathering room with ed tongue and groove ceilings. Fieldstone firewood burning stove, adjoining patio. Two bedrooms, par- place, chef kitchen, hardwood floors, win- tial basement. $379,900 dows and decks. Enjoy the privacy and relaxation of country living- Come see. $475,000 Highway 39 to 1000 North. East to Property.

Charming Two Story on Lake Michigan with views from Front Row Seat for 4th of July fireworks from 7th floor deck Chicago to New Buffalo. Lower level walk out family room of just redecorated Dunescape Condominium. Two bedrooms, has private beach. Three bedrooms, living room with fire- two baths, laundry room. Garage. Gated Entry. Completely place. Windows on all sides, decks, patios. $1,199,000 furnished including linens and silver. $550,000

June Livinghouse*, Broker Associate, ABR, GRI 800-957-1248 Sandy Rubenstein* 879-7525 Don Niven 708-259-9471 Sylvia Hook*, Broker Associate, CRS, GRI 800-518-5778 Tom Cappy* 874-6396 Rosemary Braun Phyllis Waters*, Owner/Broker, CRB, CRS, GRI Richard Klare 872-0947 879-9029 Doug Waters*, Managing Broker 219-877-7290 Brian Waters* 866-844-1401 Bill McNew 872-8254 Debbie Chism*, Broker Associate 874-9093 Carrie Patton 872-2942 Marguerite Patterson Beverly Bullis*, CRS, GRI 800-518-6149 Beverly Szybala 219-861-2066 312-375-0901

Phyllis T. Waters* Doug Waters* GRI CRB, CRS, GRI Each Office Is Independently Owned and Operated *Licensed in Michigan and Indiana Broker/ Owner Managing Broker