Lee Brockway Always at the Helm by Barbara Stodola

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Volume 23, Number 17 Thursday, May 3, 2007

Lee Brockway Always At The Helm by Barbara Stodola

Young Lee at the beginning of his career.

Lee J Brockway, school architect, has spent more time meeting with clients than sailing a boat. But he has always been at the helm. Brockway was named principal emeritus of the fi rm and then worked part-time, with extra hours devot- Imagine an assignment like this: tell me what ed to sailing, skiing, travel and golf. you have been doing for the past 40 or 50 years, Lee and Mary Brockway have lived in Long Beach where you have been, and who has been there with for 40 years, and acquaintances who know them pro- you. Then give me their names and phone numbers, fessionally, Lee as an architect and Mary as a school wherever they are, so I can call them up and ask librarian, might be surprised to fi nd they settled in what they have to say about you. Long Beach because of their shared enthusiasm for Imagine, if you can, the answers coming back from sports -- swimming and boating in particular. former clients and colleagues and sounding like this: “I was asked to open an offi ce near O’Hare Air- “one of the best people I’ve every known;” “a super- port,” Brockway recalls. “At the time we were living nice guy;” “at the top of the list;” “so trustworthy;” in South Bend. I talked to Mary about it, and she “the ultimate encourager;” “truly an inspiration for wanted to live near the beach. We had sailed a little, how to conduct oneself, personally and profession- in Mary’s canoe and in the Navy’s ketch rigged sail- ally.” “Lee saved the day.” “He is a genuinely nice ing whaleboats in the Philippines, and we were both man, a mentor to so many of us.” “Everybody has outdoor people. Our compromise decision was Long respect for Lee Brockway.” Beach.” The answers have come from Alaska to Arizona The Brockways moved their young family to the to Toronto and points in between -- all places Brock- Michigan City vicinity in 1966 at the behest of John way has worked planning schools with clients and Shaver, head of an international architectural fi rm colleagues, during his 45 years as a school archi- based in Salina, Kansas. John Shaver, contacted tect. Much of that time was spent as head of the last week by The Beacher, commented, “Lee was a Michigan City offi ce of Fanning-Howey Associates, unique person, a very convincing speaker. He had a and when he fi nally decided to retire, in 1998, it was way of landing contracts for architectural projects with the stipulation that he could “continue work- that built up the Michigan City offi ce of our fi rm.” ing.” Doug Wickstrom took over where he left off. Brockway Continued on Page 3 THE Page 2 May 3, 2007

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The Brockway family now has extra hours for sailing, skiing, travel and golf

Lee and Mary Brockway recently posed at North Twin Lake in Howe, Ind. -- a lake, he says with pride, that Mary swam across last summer.

On a recent day of garage-cleaning, Lee and Mary Brockway took down the old wooden canoe that has been a prized possession since their early days in Howe, Ind.

The Brockways skied together as a family; shown here A memorable trip to the ancient city of with their grandfather are Claire (left) and Rhodes is one of the vacations Lee has Lee H. Brockway. enjoyed during his retirement years.

Famous cathedrals are often destinations on their travels; Tailgating, a favorite sport at Notre Dame U., attracts alumnus here the Brockways are shown at the Cathedral of Milan. Lee Brockway (right) and colleague Bob McKay, on a regular basis. THE May 3, 2007 Page 3

Brockway Continued from Page 1 Open ‘til 6 p.m. One of their fi rst local projects was Mullen School, Evenings which was designed by John Shaver and Jerry Hyn- dman, with Brockway as project manager. They also planned and designed a high school in Delphi, Ind., and another in Lowell, “the fi rst windowless school in the state of Indiana.” Brockway’s career in architecture developed at www.littlehousefashions.comElegant Apparel for the a pivotal time in the history of school design. The [email protected] Conscious Woman simple elementary schools (8 classrooms for grades Women’s Apparel 1 to 8) were being replaced by junior highs and then middle schools, with much discussion regarding which grades should be “in the middle.” Deci- sions back then were made primarily by the school SPRING SALE superintendent. Brockway’s expertise as a school facility planner evolved from the increasing need Buy 1, Get 1 to have input from parents, teachers, community members and even students, in the planning of 1/2 Price successful school buildings. Demographic studies (of equal or lesser value) were conducted, and the concept of master planning was born. Simple schools became more serviceable Mycra Pac buildings, with the addition of gymnasiums, librar- ies, cafeterias, auditoriums and meeting rooms for Spring Coat use by the community. Keep dry in this In 1976, Brockway joined the fi rm of Fanning- fetching coat with a Howey Associates, based in Celina, Ohio. In the matching reversible words of co-founder Ron Fanning, “It was one of bag as an easy the best mergers in the history of ‘architecturedom.’ carryall. Lee has a driving passion for school design and for • In Irish Cream the planning process that makes better schools for Gingham, reversible kids. He is also an exceptionally good marketing to Solid Cream. person.” • Hood can either be Brockway opened Fanning-Howey’s Michigan worn scrunched City offi ce, and attracted an Indiana clientele includ- around neck or as a hood. ing school systems in LaPorte, Elkhart, Hammond • Gathered cuffs with and Chesterton. Under his leadership, almost a bil- single button. lion dollars in contracts were awarded to the fi rm. • Waterproof nylon. Fanning-Howey became one of the country’s largest • Double button designers of elementary and secondary schools. closure with on- “Lee could sell refrigerators to the Eskimos,” seam pockets. commented his fi rst employee, Max Hartzler. And • Rain and Stain in fact, years later, he did. Repellent, Brockway Continued on Page 4 Washable. Petite 48" Long Small/Medium 50" Long Medium/Large 53" Long

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Brockway Continued from Page 3 tion of the Old Library Art Center, in Michigan City, As the fi rm expanded across the continent, and and the John Lloyd Wright-designed Long Beach Brockway made contacts at national conferences, Town Hall. He also served on the Long Beach Board Fanning-Howey had the opportunity to design of Zoning Appeals. schools in Alaska, one of which is at Gambell, on St. The Brockways’ summer vaca- Lawrence Island in the Bering Sea. “We got in there tions have sometimes consisted by plane,” Brockway recalls, “and if the weather was of sailing a 36-foot sailboat, char- favorable we could fl y out. There were no hotels, so tered from a port at Traverse we slept on the fl oor in the old school building.” City. The boats could sleep six, Sam Towarak, a retired school offi cial from St. and “usually one or another of Lawrence Island and a Siberian Yupik Eskimo, says the children showed up,” turning how readily Brockway adapted to Alaskan culture. it into a family vacation. Their “It didn’t take him long,” Towarak said, “to become son Bill and his wife, Grace, live well-known in the State of Alaska.” Brockway rel- on a sailboat at a lake in Dallas, ished the differences in Alaskan culture as well as where Bill teaches sailing. Old- the similarities to the midwestern way of life. “At est son Mike is a webmaster in the Yupik Eskimo school,” he said, “there were only Michigan City. Anne, the only 150 students -- but they wanted gym seating for daughter, lives in Rochester, 500, so the whole town could go to the basketball N.Y., with her husband Bob Mc- games.” It was not unlike Indiana, where basket- Donough and children, and when ball was king. the Brockways visit, they all go Brockway had played basketball in high school, snowboarding and skiing. Young- and in later years coached a youth team at his est son David is now in Colorado church, Trinity Episcopal Church in Michigan City. Springs with his family, and trips His major sporting interests today are golf, for which This is the stuff that to Colorado have generally in- he takes much good-natured teasing, and watching memories are made of. volved time on the ski slopes. All Notre Dame play football. He and Mary both swim their children graduated from Michigan City schools in Lake Michigan, as do their four children and fi ve except for David, who transferred to La Lumiere grandchildren. Over the years, he has contributed School when his mother was working there, as the to local architectural issues, such as the preserva- school librarian. Lee and Mary Brockway were married 51 years ago, after graduating from college, but their friendship goes back much further -- to a 4th grade experi- On the golf course, where deals are made, ence in Howe, Ind., when Lee decided Mary was the Brockway (right) is girl for him. “He was the new boy in town, and all pictured with Ken the other girls were chasing him on the merry-go- Payne (left), retired superintendent of round,” Mary says, “but I was just watching.” They Duneland School Corp. went through school together, Mary graduating as and Dr. Skinner. high school valedictorian and Lee as president of the senior class. “When I had Mary’s vote,” he says, “I knew I was a winner.”

The Milwaukee Art Museum, one of Brockway’s favorite buildings, is a place he has taken his grandchildren as an introduction to Architectural photography, another favorite pastime, yielded this appreciation of architecture. Brockway photo of the Calatrava addition to the Milwaukee Art Museum THE May 3, 2007 Page 5

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Built in Detroit in 1846, the schooner Alvin Clark Clark on display. The new owner had the last rem- survives in Great Lakes history as the poster ship nants bulldozed into shipwreck eternity. for the school of diving that holds to the rule: “Take The lesson? It may be that the law is right--that only pictures, leave only bubbles.” That school aligns nothing should be removed from Great Lakes or perfectly with the current laws that prescribe state other shipwrecks without ofﬁ cial sanction and, pos- ownership of all shipwrecks, with all their equip- sibly, a long-term plan for care and maintenance. ment and appurtenances, that lie in each state’s off- Yet the argument goes on: why not salvage and shore waters. display? The Alvin Clark enjoyed an 18-year career on the lakes before succumbing to a Lake Michigan squall on June 29, 1864. On the bottom near Chambers Island, off the coast of Wisconsin, the schooner suf- fered little damage while capsizing and sinking. Located in shallow water and apparently visible to passing ships’ crews, the hulk struck many as an ideal candidate for salvage and, possibly, return to service. An abortive attempt to raise the Clark took place in the months following her loss. Some 105 years passed. In 1969, fulﬁ lling a dream, a diver from Egg Harbor, Wisconsin succeeded in raising the wreck from the lake bottom.

Wave and current action near the Wisconsin lakeshore has turned what was once a Great Lakes schooner into a pile of timbers. The scene ap- peared on a beach near Sturgeon Bay. In the Public Interest? The people who rode the wrecks are gone. The ships they sailed lie scattered over the ﬁ ve lake bottoms, as many as 6,000 or 7,000 of them, monu- ments to man’s penchant for conducting commerce and/or defying danger. For many in the diving/salvage community, the ships lie there for the stripping, repositories of souvenirs that look just great in family room or study. There’s romance here, and drama. For the ﬁ nder, there’s evidence of accomplish- ment, like earning a school letter in sports, or perhaps a trophy in a footrace. History shrouds these wrecks in its dark aura, and that too is important. Not ancient history, but history nonetheless. No skeletons of Greek triremes

Once raised from Lake Michigan, the Alvin Clark found a berth in a marina--and slowly succumbed to the elements. In those days before the federal Abandoned Ship- wreck Act, the salvor turned the Alvin Clark’s mod- erately well preserved remains into a museum--or at least an exhibit. Lacking the funds to provide the tender loving attention that the wreck needed, he watched while the ship, set up in the Menominee harbor area, succumbed again--this time to dry rot. The hulk became an eyesore. The salvor even- At 729 feet in length, the Edmund Fitzgerald broke apart while diving to a tually sold the marina in which he had placed the watery grave in Lake Superior on November 10, 1975. THE May 3, 2007 Page 15 lie here, sand-shadowed, and no hulks of Spanish The salvors may also point out that the muse- galleons. No, the lake wrecks were working boats ums that number in the dozens or hundreds in the mostly, schooners and tugs and whalebacks and Great Lakes may be crying for honest-to-goodness steamers, and they go back only as far as the 1700s shipwreck artifacts. That would be especially true or, more likely, the 1800s. Some, like the Edmund where the salvaged items come from a ship that Fitzgerald, fell victim to twentieth century gales. went down in the vicinity of the museum. Those craft that depended on wind for propulsion, As a corollary, those local museums that already like the motorless schooners, found men to serve as possess shipwreck exhibits--from entire pilothouses crews even though a substantial part of the time at to ships’ bells--in nearly all cases exhibit such hold- sea they were at the mercy of the mercurial Great ings prominently, as the cultural/historic treasures Lakes weather gods. that they are. Cargoes? Mostly pedestrian. They carried grain, Shipwreck fi nds that have ended up behind wet or ore, or coal, or wood. Some few, like the fabled bars in basement rec (wreck?) rooms serve more “Christmas Tree Ships” that plied between Michi- limited audiences, clearly. But they are trophies, gan’s Upper Peninsula and Chicago around the turn and as such they have great symbolic value. of the twentieth century, hauled the slightly more A New Tide Rolls In glamourous products of northern pine forests. In Alvin Clark horror stories could be multiplied ad the rarest of cases the old “lakers” went down with nauseam. The likelihood is that each case contains barrels of money in their vaults. its own unique details and its own unique lesson- Pedestrian cargoes, unglamourous prizes. Today’s -for or against the once-normal practice of taking divers may fi nd an occasional rifl e, or an ice chest personal trophies. with a ship’s or captain’s name inscribed on it, and Cases appear everywhere in the Great Lakes. maybe even an unopened bottle of champagne; but The original ship’s bell from the Edmund Fitzgerald for the most part the souvenirs are as uninspiring has graced a maritime museum at Whitefi sh Point, as the cargoes: deadeyes, blocks, pulleys, cables or Michigan for some years. It came to the surface hawsers, anchors, beer bottles. Sometimes paneling, in the glare of the underwater equivalent of klieg or other products of an artisan’s shop, come to light. lights--and remains an object of reverent medita- Dinnerware inscribed with a captain’s monogram? tion. The guns and other Civil War era trophies from the 1860 wreck Lady Elgin became the property of the salvor who spent years hunting for the wreck. But according to published accounts, museums that might welcome these artifacts are hesitant about displaying them, housing them.

Mementoes of a lost ship: a jar, a bottle, and other small objects appear in a diver’s photo of a section of a wrecked steamer. Why not throw the wrecks up for grabs? Leave them for the scuba people? The divers and salvors Crowds thronged the deck of the Lady Elgin on the day before her who seek souvenirs or, sometimes, legal title to departure from Chicago on her last voyage. The side-wheeler entire hulks point out that years of research and sank after a nighttime collision in September, 1860. search may go into discovery of a wreck. The bottom A new tide has set in, one that favors shipwreck hunters pour out masses of treasure to ﬁ nd what inviolability. Perhaps impelled by the preservation- they see as unclaimed historic windfalls. ist spirit that made the 1976 Bicentennial a crusade They point out that, once retrieved, souvenirs year, the United States Congress in the 1980s gave from shipwrecks may catch the eyes and imagina- the several states jurisdiction over all the ship- tions of many viewers who would otherwise never wrecks lying off their shores. The states have fol- dream of their existence. Left on the bottom, only lowed with their own laws, in effect claiming owner- the divers may see them--and, often, only these at ship rights over the sunken vessels. great cost and at some or much risk. Artifacts Continued on Page 16 THE Page 16 May 3, 2007

Artifacts Continued from Page 15 objects they had on board…How people lived, at sea or on land…Even this: How the surges and/or cur- In the wake of the laws voices have been raised, rents of the immersing waters have changed them, volubly, against the practice of taking souvenirs scattered them, preserved or wasted them. from shipwrecks, and from Great Lakes shipwrecks “No one could afford to bring them all up and put in particular. them on display in museums,” says one diver. “They Essentially, the preservationists believe the ship- have to stay where they are or risk being wasted or wrecks and their contents deserve the same respect simply lost.” that would be accorded artifacts from King Tut’s And the question ﬂ oats there like a marker buoy: tomb. The ships, say the preservers, are time cap- Should the wrecks remain, virgin, intact, unexploit- sules in which are locked secrets, or keys to life- ed, in the halls of their ice-water mansions? It’s an ways, or cultural and socioeconomic evidences of argument that will go on. earlier times and earlier mores. Once found, they should remain immovable exhibits in maritime relics, placed there by chance for the ediﬁ cation of those willing to try to decipher them, study them, deduce from them. Study can mean eyeballing them through underwater goggles or constructing pictorial and verbal records after photographing and video-camming. Dive groups sometimes use this shibboleth as a guide: Preservation of submerged maritime artifacts makes possible not only repetitive viewing but purposeful study, research, surveying, education. The time is now, say the preservation people, for wider recognition of the meanings inherent in every shipwreck: of the stories the wrecks can tell about In a painting by Great Lakes artist Robert McGreavy, the steamer the circumstances that closed out their logs, what Daniel J. Morrell begins to break in half on the Lake Huron surface. they were carrying, what utensils, tools, and other The Morrell foundered in November, 1960.

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Victorson. “Blurred Vi- sion” explores growing up with a disability, the iffy chances of healthcare and the power of storytelling with hilarious results. Amy Eaton directs the hour- long show. Lomnicki is the artistic director of Tellin’ Tales Theatre. She studied extensively with her mentor Donna Blue Lachman of Three Oaks, MI. She heads up a drama program for the Gallery 37 Connections Program in the Chicago Public Schools and Six Sto- ries Up, a mentoring program that pairs six adult storytellers with six middle school students with and without disabilities. She was recently awarded an Artist’s Fellowship in New Performance Forms from the Illinois Arts Council, completed her fi rst fi lm, “The Miracle” by Jeffrey J. Smith, and teaches solo performance at the Victory Gardens Theater. 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Its aim is to help audiences and performers recognize their commonalties and build a sense of community where none existed before. “Blurred Vision” is partially funded by the City Arts Grant from the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs and a grant from the Illinois Arts Council. The show begins at 8 p.m. EDT on Saturday and 2 p.m. EDT on Sunday. Tickets are $20; reserve at 269/756-3879 or purchase at the door. The Acorn Theater is located in the historic Featherbone Fac- tory at 107 Generations Dr., behind the Three Oaks Post Offi ce on N. Elm Street. 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It is a fact that destruction in Washington Park, caused by last year’s hurricane force winds, could not keep 1,600 smooth jazz lovers away from the Guy Foreman Amphitheater last August. “Smooth Jazz at South Shore will again emerge this summer with two of the hottest smooth jazz artists on the planet,” says Bernie Scott, local producer and talent buyer. “The August 25th performances will create an unforgettable and exhilarating evening of music, unlike anything offered in the United States.” Headliner Rick Braun Headliner Johannes Linstead

Headlining the 2007 season, is Allentown Penn- The opening 50 minute set from ﬁ ery ﬂ amenco sylvania native and trumpeter, Rick Braun, who guitarist, Johannes Linstead, will make the currently resides in Los Angeles. Braun, who has 3 breeze off Lake Michigan feel just a little more trop- number 1 solo albums to date, topped the contem- ical. Linstead hails from Ontario Canada, and has porary jazz charts for a record-breaking 13 weeks, had 6 of his 7 albums in the Billboard Top 10, in- with his smash album Beat Street. He was honored cluding his current album, Cafe Tropical. Linstead twice with the prestigious Gavin award for Artist is known all over the world for his Spanish guitar of the Year and Album of the Year. Other awards magic and has won numerous awards, including include Best Producer and Best Brass Player at the the NAR Award for Best World Album, and the NAV Oasis Smooth Jazz Awards. Magazine Award for Best Contemporary World Al- Prior to his solo career, Braun traveled and bum. The Canadian Academy of Recording Arts and worked as a sideman for artists such as Ricky Lee Sciences nominated Linstead’s album Cafe Tropical Jones, Sade, Rod Stewart, Tina Turner, Glenn Frey, for Best Instrumental Album. The CARAS awards Natalie Cole, Crowded House, and War. are the Canadian equivalent to the Grammy’s.

Smooth Jazz at South Shore is a collaborative effort between the Michigan City Homeless Shelter (for children and their families,) Stepping Stone Shelter for Abused Women and the LaPorte County Chapter of the American Red Cross. VIP assigned seating tickets and lawn tickets will be available online at Star- TicketsPlus.com, beginning May 1st. Lawn tickets, only, will be available at the Greater Michigan City Area Chamber of Commerce and the Michigan City In-water Boat Show. Those registered online at SmoothJaz- zAtSouthShore.com will be notiﬁ ed via newsletter of pre-sale of tickets. More information, Bernie Scott, 219/873-4850.

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1000 Moore Road, Michigan City, Indiana (at the intersection of Highway 12 and Moore Road). THE Page 28 May 3, 2007 National Music Week The 83rd observance of National Music Week, May 6-13, is sponsored by the National Federation of Music Clubs. This year’s theme is “Music…Lifts All of Our Spirits Worldwide.” Lee Meyer is the chairman for this celebration which is carried out locally through the Monday Musicale. The club encourages teachers, schools, churches, and civic groups to have musical programs during this week. Here are the week’s events: Sun., May 6 - 3 p.m. Monday Musicale’s sponsored Youth Auditions Concert and Awards Presentation for winners of the Jr. Competition and High School Student Awards (Chairman James Guerrucci), to be held at the First United Methodist Church, 7th & Pine St., Michigan City. Mon., May 7 - 7 p.m. At the First Congregation- al Church, 6th & Washington St., Michigan City, members of Monday Musicale will present a concert with various soloists and small ensembles, both vocal and instrumental. Tues., May 8 - 7 p.m. There will be a Musical Re- cital by students of Lee Meyer (elementary through high school) at the First Congregational Church, Introducing 6th & Washington St., Michigan City. Thurs., May 10 - 2 p.m. A Musical Program will be held at the Senior Center, Washington Park, Michi- Goose Feathers gan City. Performing will be senior citizens chair- “gifts and other good stuff” man Angie Benz. Anyone who wishes to perform is by Karen Younger free to come and do so. Lee Meyer will accompany any singer or musician who brings their own sheet music. Looking for an extra special gift Thurs., May 10 - 7 p.m. Adult vocal students and that’s anything but ordinary? friends of Lee Meyer will perform at the First Con- gregational Church, 6th & Washington St., Michi- gan City. visit us at: 515 State Street 18 Artists Display at Vickers Theatre 18 Artists will be welcoming the month of May LaPorte, IN with a diverse exhibit at the Vickers Theatre Gal- 219-324-0591 lery. The group is based at the 18 Artist Gallery, a cooperative gallery that furthers the careers of emerging and established artists in the Chicago land and Specializing in decorative items Michiana areas. For more than 10 years they have for your home or ofﬁ ce. been providing the community with unique art expe- riences at Indian Oakes Shoppes in Chesterton, IN With an emphasis on and now they have gone global, offering their work one of a kind art work online. Artists featured in the cooperative include Joanne Rayter, Gerrie Govert, June Krsek, Dawn and speciality gifts including: Wiely Fetty, Darlene S. Lenz, Beverly Topa, Betty home decor, garden items, Wagner, Jan Stuart, Judy Gregurich, Ellan, Karin Eiserman, and Barb Young. kitchen accents, jewelry, There will be an artist reception on Sat., May 5 unique greeting cards. from 1-3 p.m. MI time. Refreshments will be served and all are welcome. This exhibit continues through Custom hand painted furniture June 4. Vickers Theatre is located at 6 N. Elm St. Jo Sonja Paints in downtown Three Oaks, MI. More info at 269-756- 3522 or www.vickerstheatre.com THE May 3, 2007 Page 29

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The Internet is home to thousands of art-relat- ed sites. How is it that some catch the attention of surfers and others do not? Getting a site noticed by B a Digg-er is one sure way buzz gets created, and the L site’s hit count zooms. Enterpreneurs hoping to get rich with Google’s Ad-sense desperately want to get their websites noticed by these bookmarking sites. I don’t rely on Digg as a source for this column,but I check it from time to time. I use other sources for this column. And ,if you haven’t noticed, I do my HAVE YOU CONSIDERED best to stay away from the ad-loaded websites. I’m fi nding it more of a challenge, however. Some of you LONG BEACH might have ad-blocking software, so you don’t have to be assaulted with the growing numbers of junk promotions. But enough ranting; let’s get on with COUNTRY CLUB this week’s featured sites. Museum of Ukrainian Graffi ti (http://ik. FOR SOCIAL MEMBERSHIP? graffi tizone.kiev.ua/). Here in the U.S., we are assaulted with gang signs spray-painted on sides of buildings and on boxcars. Usually, the “art” is crude Benefi ts of Social Membership include: and unimaginative. In the Ukraine, graffi ti artists have produced scenes (for lack of a better word) that are colorful and more interesting. Someone has taken the time to document some of this “art” found • Use of our 25 meter pool seven days a week in public places around Kiev. And it does not look • Casual and fi ne dining for lunch and dinner spray-painted. Music-Inspired Sculpture (www.phillipeguill • Annual events such as the 4th of July picnic erm.com). His bio does not say, but Phillipe has a and fi reworks, Mother’s Day brunch, Kid’s touch of luthier in his wood sculptures. One can get Halloween brunch, Christmas tree lighting, a 3-dimensional view of his violin table, for exam- ple. Musicians, both violinists and guitarists, will Santa’s Christmas brunch, member’s only fi nd this sculptor’s work appealing. Check out his Christmas party and the lobster boil. speaker stands. Celebrity Patents (www.ironicsans.com/2007/ • Unique social events such as wine dinners 01celebritypatents.html).This amazing stop on the and tastings, bingo nights, comedy night, and Internet gives us a glimpse of some celebrities’ other live entertainment on our outside deck just to pastimes, away from the glitter and glam we associ- name a few. ate with most Hollywood types. The most surprising might be the patent obtained by Hedy Lamarr—and • Ability to play up to four (4) rounds of golf you have to be of a certain age to know who she was. per year on our beautifully maintained 18 The former glamour girl developed a secret commu- hole golf course. nication system developed for our Armed Forces during WWII. Her technology led to the basis for cell phone signals—but that technology was developed after her patent had expired, so she never prof- Golf memberships are also available at the club. ited from it. Jack Benny patented the safety pin, although he did not invent it. Find out how he was able to do so. Other celebrities, including Michael Jackson, have patents featured here, too. Call Manager John Dillon at New York Social Diary (www.newyorksocial 219-872-0689 diary.com). Call us the hoi polloi peeking into the world of the jet-setters. We average Midwesterners with additional questions or might be amazed at what we read here. Start with for a tour of the club. the “List,” to get the lowdown about names on the So- cial Register. Patty Hearst, ala 2007, is on it. Bunny Mellon’s bio is another interesting read. I found my- THE May 3, 2007 Page 31 self checking all the links, which include “House,” “Art Set,” “Travel,” “Dining,” “Diary,” “Personals,” “Real Estate,” and “Miscellaneous.” In the Art Set link, I realized that just about everyone was wear- ing black—no surprise. In Travel, a very upscale Look spa in Connecticut is currently featured. Golddig- no further than gers will want to seriously think about placing an ad in the “Personals” here. I liked the descriptions Dan Coffey of how the ad placers spends a typical day. In “Mis- Best price for living cellaneous,” one conceptual artist is attempting to 2 blocks from Lake Michigan. Miller Beach, sell 1,000 lots of sand, bought individually. A link on Indiana is where you another page leads to “Great Shopping in Chicago.” fi nd this renovated home. New drywall, When the easterners fi nd their favorite items sold furnace, electric, out in Gotham, they hop a jet to Chi-town to fi nd plumbing, tile fl oors, carpet, and some new what they want. Of course, that’s when they’re too windows. 2 bedrooms, tired to hop over to Paris for a day of shopping. 1.5 baths, 2 fi replaces, stove, refrigerator, Visit my website: dunesartmedia.com washer and dryer. Full basement. $129,000 2007 Run For the Son Step back to 1865 On Sat., May 5, the Christian Motorcyclists Asso- when you enter this ciation will host its 20th Annual Run For The Son. home, but live in this century with all The Sons of Thunder #385 is one of more than 915 the conveniences of chapters involved in the Christian Motorcyclists our time. 2 parlors, 3 bedrooms, a den, Association that will be participating in this Run. 2 baths, original This will be a ride in which riders will seek sponsors fl oors. 2 acres and surrounding farm land to help raise money for CMA to “spread the light means you have no of Jesus to every nation”. Over the past 19 years, neighbors on three CMA has raised over 24 million dollars. sides. $439,000 Anyone interested in participating in this event can meet Sons of Thunder #385 at the Lake County A home to please you Fairgrounds in Crown Point. Registration begins both inside and out. Light entering the at 9 a.m. and the ride leaves at 10:30 a.m. Escorted house through many ride will be approximately 100 miles. Cost is $15.00 windows, warm pine fl oors, upper sun single or $20.00 a couple. All bikes are welcome. deck, and screen There will be lots of door prizes and food and bever- porch to enjoy at least ages will be provided. Event pins will go to the fi rst 6 months of the year. 2 bedrooms, 2 baths. 175 registered. For more information contact Missy A community of 120 at 219.929.1921 or Daney at 219.845.1511. acres for green living at Tryon Farm. $299,900 Farther Afi eld Large California ranch Buckley Homestead Weekend Hours and home hidden atop a dune in Michiana, a couple Fees of blocks from Lake The park grounds at Buckley Homestead Living Michigan. 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, kitchen, dining History Farm are open daily from 7 a.m. until sun- area, 2 sided stone set except during special programs. Parking is in fi replace in living room and family room. Enough the visitor center parking lot on Hendricks Rd. The space for the family and farm is a short walk along the trail through the or- guests. If you don’t want to go to the Lake, no chard. problem use the indoor May 12-August 19 Free Weekends: The Visitor pool. $689,000 Center, the Main House museum and 1910s farm- T: 269.469.5635 yard are open Sunday afternoons from noon-4 p.m. E: [email protected] During special programs other historical buildings W: remaxhc.com will also be open. Buckley Homestead is located 4.5 miles west of I-65 just south of Rt. 2 on Hendricks Rd. in Lowell. Exit I-65 west at Rt. 2 toward Lowell to Hendrick, 1 then south /4 mile to the visitor center parking lot. harbor country The farmstead is a short walk along the trail. THE Page 32 May 3, 2007

A Taste of LaLumiere

Highlighted each year on their lovely campus, beside Banana Puff Puff. I also admired Scottish LaLumiere (French for ‘the light’) recently served shortbread and Spain’s gazpacho soup, a favorite truly ﬁ ne food once again. LaLumiere, founded in of my own for years. Unfortunately, we missed the 1963, is a college preparatory boarding and day Karaitis family’s Lithuanian bacon buns – I’ll make school, lying on 120 acres of wooded campus includ- an early note if that’s a rerun for next year’s party. ing a large and picturesque lake. Their pamphlet The evening was outstanding. Yes, I’ll certainly be tells us “Our four-year college preparatory program back at the next Taste of LaLumiere, am already places special emphasis on critical thinking along looking forward to it. with the mastery of oral and written communications…Our faculty is comprised of dedicated, caring individuals to whom teaching is not just a job, but a way of life. In fact, the majority of the faculty live on campus. And, with a student/teacher ratio of 6 to 1, LaLumiere School’s unique advantage is the personal attention that brings out the very best in each student.” At this year’s Taste, the ‘foodstuff’ companion was Sally Montgomery, owner-editor of The Beacher. We enjoyed a lovely supper, certainly an intercontinen- tal supper. More than one hundred dishes were pre- pared and served by the LaLumiere students, parents and teachers – their choices originating from their heritage. Yes, recipes from Australia, Burundi, Lithuania, Nigeria, Poland, Taiwan plus many ad- Greta Friedman offering homemade cookies ditional countries. Some of Sally’s and my favorites: Eastern Europe’s Noodle Kugel, England’s chocolate covered strawberries, Yaki Soba Noodles from Japan, German sauerkraut & meatballs. Many for- eign recipe had names that we didn’t understand but enjoyed the taste tremendously – like Tuwon Shinkafa, Dafadukan Taliya – both of those served

Rose and Tara Wedzina (daughter from out of town) - Rose offered a Greek salad

Mariam Nasidi – the school’s student coordinator and French teacher. A Nigerian, she always appears in a beautiful and colorful native gown. She tells the attendees that at the ﬁ rst taste program, a mere six plates Dana Witherspoon and Jackie Streeter dished out the fabulous Mexican were offered – no memorable details, no recipes. food – black beans & rice, Aztec chicken, salsa mas espeso, rice water, She is with Headmaster Kennedy. ﬂ an (yum), pork tacos with salsa, tortilla & onions. THE May 3, 2007 Page 33

Former Beacher-ite Mary Fox’s son, Pat Firme with Conner Steel

A happy family enjoying the annual Taste

Chris Karaitis (center), daughter Ava and husband Gintaras, deﬁ nitely food people

Brittany and Tori’s Monkey Bread

Farhan Ahmed, Pakistan, served Tandori chicken

MONKEY BREAD (from one of my favorite cookbooks, probably not quite same as LaLumiere’s Brittany Scholl & Tori Locklear’s) 1 /2 pound margarine, melted 2 T fi nely chopped fresh dill 2 tsp fi nes herbes 4 tubes refrigerated buttermilk biscuits In small bowl combine margarine, dill, and fi ne herbes. Mix well. Roll biscuits into balls. Dip balls into margarine mixture. Layer in ungreased angel food cake pan (perhaps they should be pressed down a bit, as mine partly fell apart). Bake in preheated 350 degree oven 45 minutes. Serve warm. This young lady didn’t want her picture taken, then changed her mind THE Page 34 May 3, 2007 Guitarist in Concert at The Box Factory Jimmy Fastiggi’s name may not be familiar to lo- Our food’s not only better cal audiences but many of the songs he has penned when it comes out of the kitchen, will strike a chord when he appears for the fi rst time on Sat., May 5, at the Box Factory for the Arts, it’s better going in. 1101 Broad St., St. Joseph, MI. General admission for the 8 pm concert is $8 and $6 for students and seniors 60 and up. Children 12 and under are admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Jimmy started his lifelong love affair with the guitar at 19, playing the music of The Beatles, Dylan and the acoustic artists of the 60’s. Playing was partnered by writing as he attempted to emu- late his musical mentors. His range was broadened by performing with an eclectic collection of bands featuring such names as Wickers Creek and Mar- coni Radio, featuring folk, bluegrass, country and rock & roll. As his taste matured and he began listening to jazz and swing, this led to his writing being in- artisan comfort cuisine creasingly infl uenced by the American Songbook of Berlin, Porter and the Gershwins, with songwriting open daily for lunch and dinner becoming his passion. Nowadays simple folk music, a new waterfront restaurant • 269.469.1699 Beatles, Delta blues, Motown, country and swing 600 W. Water St., New Buffalo, MI • MarinaGrandResort.com infl uences identify his musical roots as his writing continues to grow in style and sophistication. Special Mother’s Day menu, Please call for reservations. For more on this and upcoming Box Factory concerts, visit the website at www.boxfactoryforthearts. org or phone the Box offi ce at 269-983-3688 during normal gallery hours of 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday through Saturday, or Sunday from 1-4 p.m.

Umbrellas Set to Take Stage in Harbert The annual “Umbrellas of Harbert” will once again greet visitors along Red Arrow Hwy. this summer in Harbert Michigan. The 2007 event will feature more umbrellas, a longer display time stretching from the last weekend in May to the third weekend in August and even a brief visit at the Three Oaks Flag Day parade. The umbrellas are part of an annual summer event sponsored by the Harbert Business Association. Participating businesses display original, hand-painted 9 ft. market umbrellas designed by various artists along Red Arrow Hwy. On August 18th, the umbrellas will be sold at a charity auction that will take place at the Center of the Word Showroom located at 13400 Red Arrow Hwy. beginning at 4:30 pm. MI time. The event will feature live music, wine tasting, and hors d’oeuvres. Guests will have the opportunity to bid on their favorite umbrella. At the end of the evening the silent auction results will be revealed, and the top bidders will redeem their purchase. The event is an opportunity to add some unique art to a patio or garden and best of all, it’s for a great cause! For more information visit participating Harbert businesses, or phone 269.876.7879. THE May 3, 2007 Page 35 Full Color Printing Brochures Fliers Newsletters Annual Reports Business Cards Promotional Pamphlets

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Manga Reading Group The Manga Reading Group will meet at 5 p.m., on Wed., May 9 at the LaPorte County Public Library, 904 Indiana Ave., LaPorte. This is a group for teens who like to read and recommend Japanese comics. At this meeting, they will discuss Yu Yu Hakusho by Yoshihiro Togashi. There is no charge or reservation. Phone 219/362-6156 48 hours in advance to request signing for the hearing impaired or more information. THE Page 38 May 3, 2007 Third Thursday at Molly Bea’s

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ROOT for the last eight years. Trained as a geologist, now a private consultant, David has taught at Taltree A locally owned and operated funeral home Arboreteum and Gardens and has conducted bo- serving Michigan City and the Beach Area tanical studies for Save the Dunes, Shirley Heinze by the Root Family since 1938. Foundation, Dunes State Park, Valparaiso Chain of Lakes, Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, and Pre-Arrangement consultation available Coffee Creek Nature Preserve. at no obligation. Future Third Thursday events will include Aus- tralian cooking, wedding cakes, coffees and teas, and summer grilling. These events are free, but reservations are necessary at 219/983-9401. Here is one of David’s recipes: 312 East Seventh Street Michigan City, IN 46360 Hazelnut Sauce - This sauce is great when (219) 874-6209 used with any fi sh, lamb or beef meal that needs perking up. It enhances the fl avor rather than smothering it as many sauces tend to do these days. 1/4 Cup ground Hazelnuts (Corylus americana) FOR RENT 8 Tbsp. Butter, softened Stop 24 Town Center 3 stalks Parsley, chopped 1 clove Garlic, chopped Long Beach 1 Bedroom Apartment 1 Tbsp. Onion chopped or Wild Onion (Allium canadense) 1 Block to Beach! Combine all ingredients, and let stand for 30 minutes before serving. A few fresh mint leaves 1 Year Lease - $750/mo plus utilites chopped in with the parsley makes a nice varia- tion when serving with lamb. Huge step down living room surrounded by windows; Full kitchen. Memoirs On Mon., May 7 at 1:30 p.m., there will be a meet- Micky Gallas Properties ing for anyone interested in or already writing their memoirs at the Michigan City Public Library. The (219) 874-7070 meeting is open to anyone, there is no cost or registration. Phone 873-3049 for more information. THE May 3, 2007 Page 39 Earth, Wind and Plenty of Fun A family fun day has been planned in Porter County fi lled with hands on learning and playing at the park. All ages are invited to welcome spring by spending the day fl ying kites, walking dogs and running the trails at Sunset Hill County Park Sat., May 5th. The festival begins with a 5K race for humans of Mother’s Day all ages. Registration begins at 8 a.m. and the race starts at 9 a.m. This challenging course uses the Gift Certifi cates rolling hills and trails on this 235-acre park. Par- ticipants can register for a $25 fee; race shirts will be given on a fi rst come fi rst served basis. Leading a team of qualifi ed therapists… The festival gates open for all other activities at Phyllis Baker, RN, BSN, CMT • Patsi Gately, CMT 10 a.m. and attendees will pay a fee of $5 per per- AMTA & NCTMB son; however children 8 and under are free. At 11 www.wellness-specialists.com a.m. the festival offi cially opens with a mini-health 1026 N. Karwick Road, Michigan City, IN (219) 879-5722 fair, children’s games and hands on activities. There will be pony, kiddy kart and wagon rides as well as the moonwalk and plenty of fun things for kids. Kite Building sessions will be at 12:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. Learn to build and decorate your own kite and then take to the open fi elds and watch it soar. K&J Entertainment, Inc Stroll around the mini-health fair and join in a yoga Building a New Home? Building a New Home for your Customer? or pilates demonstration to test your own ability or Commercial Accounts Accepted. learn a new exercise. Pre and Post Construction Structural Wiring Available The 2nd Annual Canine 2K registration opens at noon for our four legged friends and their mas- DishNetwork and DirecTV Satellite Systems ters. There is a registration donation required of $5 Control 4 Home Automation • Televisions and all walkers must be registered to walk. The 2K Home Theatre Systems • Surround Sound Systems will take off at 1 p.m. Once you’ve enjoyed the park Intercom Systems • Whole Home Audio Distribution Systems Video Surveillance Systems with your pet, head on over to the Pet Festival at the Porter County Fair Grounds just down the road sponsored by the Porter County Animal Shelter. Wired For Today’s Lifestyle!! Pet adoption, spaying and neutering, agility demon- Kristie or Jeff Sutherlin For Your Home Entertainment Needs strations and many other activities will be ongoing 219-871-1435 • 871-1436 Fax 219-871-1436 all day for pets of all types. 2210 Franklin St. Michigan City, IN 46360 You can take a wagon ride through the park and learn more about the history and nature found at Sunset Hill County Park or interpreter led hikes will be offered at noon, 2 p.m. & 4 p.m. The Porter County Parks & Recreation Depart- ment is bringing all these great activities to Sunset GLUTEN Hill that will include a visit from Rusty Railcat in the early afternoon. For more information, contact FREE Judy Rooney-Davis, the Festival Coordinator, at [email protected] or (219) 465-5209. TREATS FOR PARTIES & ENTERTAINING • Candies • Gummies • Licorice • Chocolate • Carob & Yogurt • Sugarless • Dried Fruits • Nuts & Nut Mixes Writing Your Memoirs NW INDIANA’S LICORICE CENTER If you are writing your memoirs, you are invited BARNIE’S • Vegetarian & Vegan Products to discussions on memoirs with other amateur writ- COFFEES • Local Honeys • Coffees & Teas ers at 1 p.m., on Thursdays, May 3 and 17 in the • 100 Spices, Soups & Baking Ingredients TERRIFIC • Organic & Gluten-Free Grains & Pastas TEAS small meeting room at LaPorte County Public Li- SUGAR MON.-SAT. ~ 10-7 • SUN. ~ 12-6 KOSHER brary, 904 Indiana Ave., LaPorte. There is no admit- FREE ORGANIC tance charge or registration. Phone 219/362-6156 219-983-9401 for more information or to request signing for the 761 Indian Boundary Road, Suite 3 • Chesterton, Indiana hearing impaired 48 hours in advance. Between Schoop’s & El Salto, just east of Hwy. 49 near the I-94 interchange. THE Page 40 May 3, 2007 Vintage Baseball The season opener for the Deep River Grinders is Sun., May 6, when they host the Ganymedes of Or- egon, IL, in a match of 1858 base ball in Deep River With this Ad County Park at 2 p.m. Admission is free. Players and cranks (fans) alike have waited for this year’s matches to get underway and this meet- 10 % off ing of two vintage teams will kick off a season of fun, sport, exercise, friendship and camaraderie that is Wellness unlike major league sorts of today. Rules of 1858 state that the Striker is out if the Visits. ball is caught either in the air or on one bound, fair 1943 S Woodland Ave. or foul. there are no foul balls counted as strikes Expires 5/31/07 Michigan City, IN 46360 Expires 1/21/07 ad a runner cannot advance on a caught fl y ball. In 219-879-0249 fact, he may return to his base safely. There is no bunting, no sliding, and no leading off. Strikers are encouraged to strike the ball and “Leg it!” to fi rst base, 90 feet away. Balls and strikes as we know them are not called by the umpire, whose primary job is to monitor the game, move it along and see that all players behave as gentlemen, lest they be fi ned by him. Since this game was originally played for exercise, not competition, friendly banter may be heard between the teams. Come enjoy this vintage sport, buy an ice-cold sarsaparilla and hot dog and join in shouting “Huzzah!” for good plays by both teams. The Deep River Grinders, charter members of the Vintage Base Ball Association, are composed of vol- unteers from northwest Indiana and Illinois, who gather weekly to prepare for their matches in Illi- nois, Michigan, Ohio and Indiana. The Grinders are always looking for players. If you are interested in joining the team or learning more about their schedule, phone 219/947-1958. You may also contact them via email at DRGrind [email protected] or visit their website at www.geocities. com/deeprivergrinders. Deep River County Park is located at 9410 Old Lincoln Hwy. at County Line Rd., southeast of Ho- bart, IN. Games are played on Grinder Field, a short walk over Deep River from the parking area by Wood’s Historic Grist Mill.

“Cat & the Fiddle Friday” “Cat & the Fiddle Friday” will be held on Fridays, May 4, 11, 18 and 25 at 10 a.m., in Children’s Ser- vices at LaPorte County Public Library, 904 Indi- Tom McCormick ana Ave., LaPorte. This is for children from 18-36 months and their parent or caregiver. Stories, songs, Builder fi ngerplays, and other activities are included. On May 4, there will be a special time with Moth- Licensed in Indiana & Michigan er Goose. On May 18, children may come in a prince Voice: 219.928.2953 or princess costume for another special storytime. There is no charge or registration. For more infor- Fax: 219.879.3536 mation, phone 219/362-7128. Phone 219/362-6156 email: [email protected] 48 hours in advance to request signing for the hearing impaired. THE May 3, 2007 Page 41 New LaPorte’s Farmers’ Market Join the growing nationwide movement to pur- SPRING CLEANING SALE chase locally produced vegetables and meats, crafts and other hand-made items from local artisans, and delicious and healthy edibles made in local kitch- 50% OFF ens. You’ll fi nd a variety of goods at the new LaPorte Farmers’ Market. Located in downtown LaPorte, the PAINTED FURNITURE Market is next to the beautiful and historic County & lots of other BARGAINS! Stop & see! Courthouse at the State Street Circle (off Michigan NOW THROUGH APRIL 30, 2007 Avenue). Sponsored by the City of LaPorte’s Urban Enter- prise Association, the Farmers’ Market comes in response to popular demand from local and regional citizens. Opening day is Sat., May 5 at 7 a.m. Regu- lar hours: 7 a.m.-noon every Sat. through Oct. 28. creating a european style for your home Some of the things you’ll fi nd this year include 425 S. WHITTAKER ST. • NEW BUFFALO • 269.586.2244 fresh in-season produce and fruit, farm-fresh eggs, HOURS (Michigan Time): Fri., Sat. & Mon. 11am-5pm, Sun. Noon-4pm meats, (including beef, pork, and chickens), baked www.lestissuscolbertusa.com goods, fl owers and potted plants, herbs, home-made chocolate truffl es/turtles, toffees, and pralines, essential oils, egg noodles, jarred mixes (cocoa, pancakes, puppy chow, etc.), and pies/donuts. “The list is growing,” Anderson says. “We are also Car + Home = offering participants free garden advice.” LaPorte County Master Gardeners, who represent Purdue’s BIG SAVINGS Extension Service, will staff a booth at the Market See me for Car and Home Insurance and save. from 9 a.m.-noon. “So bring your gardening questions with you.” New vendors are welcome any time throughout STATE FARM the season as well as church groups or other non- Auto profi t organizations that wish to raise funds through Life Fire INSURANCE bake sales. There is no charge for these. “If you’re ® a musician or singer, please contact me to schedule James E. Eriksson, Agent, LUTCF 405 Johnson Road Bus: 219-874-6360 a time to perform,” says Anderson, noting that all Michigan City, IN 46360-6510 [email protected] ages are welcome. Also welcome are hands-on dem- ® onstrations such as weaving or drawing. LIKE A GOOD NEIGHBOR, STATE FARM IS THERE Providing Insurance and Financial Services If you’re interested in being a vendor, a perform- State Farm • Home Offi ces: Bloomington, IL er, a demonstrator, or in a bake-sale booth, contact Diana Anderson at 219-362-6280 or e-mail farmers- market@cityofl aporte.com “We want to offer participants an opportunity to ty li S experience a variety of interesting things to shop i a b t i i for and enjoy,” says Anderson. “I’m open to sugges- s s WILSON f n a

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I & RENOVATION Wn y t e g r i t Beginners Crochet at Coolspring 219-872-5110 • Cell: 574-320-0733 Beginners Crochet will be held at 6 p.m., on Tues- days, May 8 and 15 at the Coolspring Branch Li- • Custom Home Design & Build brary, corner of 400 N. and Johnson Rd., Michigan City. Peggy Johnson, a master needleworker, will • Framing Contractor guide you. Please bring a skein of plain yarn and an “H” crochet hook. There is no cost, but registration at the library by • Condominium/Townhouse phoning 879-3272 is necessary due to class size lim- Development its. Phone 219/362-6156 to request signing for the hearing impaired 48 hours in advance. THE Page 42 May 3, 2007 Historic Panoramic Photo at Museum PANCAKE “Chesterton, August 9, 1913: A Panoramic View,” is the title of the new exhibit at the Westchester BREAKFAST Township History Museum, an educational service SENIOR CENTER, Washington Park, Michigan City of Westchester Public Library. The exhibit, mounted Sunday, May 6, 2007 • 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. on the temporary wall of the permanent exhibit gal- TO BENEFIT LIONS CHARITIES lery, will remain on display through the end of July. All You Can Eat Breakfast Includes: Juice/Coffee/Milk, Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs & Sausage The museum, which is free of charge, is located at TICKETS: Adult $5.00 • Children 10 & Under $3.00 • Children 4 & Under FREE 700 W. Porter Ave., Chesterton and is open to the Tickets Available at the Door public Wednesday – Sunday 1 – 5 p.m. BAKE SALE! The new exhibit highlights an historic panoramic MICHIGAN CITY LIONS CLUB photograph recently donated to the museum by the In conjunction with the Senior Center Ad sponsored by: Lion Juanita Arney Chesterton Tribune. The black and white photo, which was taken at 4 p.m. on August 9, 1913, shows the downtown intersection of Calumet and Broad- way from the railroad crossing on Calumet to the Re-Elect intersection of Second and Broadway in one continuous sweep from left to right. Horse drawn carriag- EVELYN BAKER es, vintage automobiles, and numerous townsfolk Council-At-Large and business people also appear in the photograph. The exhibit includes present day photographs Evelyn has a solid background of community of the same downtown view for comparison with service. She has won the affection and respect the 1913 photo. Exhibit visitors will notice a great of her constituents who know they can trust and many similarities between the photographs of 1913 rely on her. and 2007. The preservation of Chesterton’s downtown area is one of the reasons it was added to the Vote May 8 EVELYN BAKER National Register as a Commercial Historic District Council-At-Large in 1999. Information about panoramic photographs and about Harry Bortz, the photographer who took the 1913 photo, is included in the exhibit, as is a 1912 Sanborn map of the downtown area. Visitors may also view additional photos and information about the businesses shown in the 1913 photograph and will have the chance to play a game using magnify- WEDNESDAY - FAJITA’S FOR 2 $14.95! ing glasses to fi nd a variety of items in the photo. (Chicken or Steak) includes Quesadilla Appetizer & Alamo Ice Cream for dessert The exhibit was curated by Jane Walsh-Brown with research assistance from Eva Hopkins, and graphics assistance from Lu Anne DePriest and Tory THURSDAY - ALL “MEXICAN” DINNERS $9.99 Duhamell. The museum staff are currently working (does not include Huachinango) on another new exhibit, “Through the Lens: Vintage FALL HOURS: Wed.-Fri. Open at 5:00 P.M. • Sat. & Sun. Open at 1:00 P.M. • Closed Mon. & Tue. Cameras, Projectors and Photographs,” which will 310 East Buffalo New Buffalo Mi open to the public in the temporary gallery in May. 269-469-9600 Visitors to the museum will have the opportunity to purchase a copy of the panoramic photo in the museum store, which also has several other new products, including note cards by artist David Tut- 3 FOR THE ROAD wiler and copies of Dune Boy, Edwin Way Teale’s Personal Shopping & Concierge Services memoir of the summers he spent in Furnessville, 1900 – 1915. No Time? For more information about museum programs No Transport? and events, phone the museum at 219/983-9715. Let us grocery shop, pick up Cinco de Mayo Craft Day and deliver and do the things On Sat., May 5, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., stop in any time you don’t have time for! and make your own festive craft at the Youth Ser- 219-877-4516 vice Department in the Michigan City Public Li- [email protected] brary. This program is open to all ages. For more information, phone 873-3045. THE May 3, 2007 Page 43 La Lumiere Students Awarded at Science Olympiad On Sat., March 31, the La Lumiere School Sci- ence team competed in the Indiana Science Olym- piad State competition at Purdue University Calu- DINE IN • CARRY OUT DELIVERY INCLUDING THE BEACH COMMUNITY met, Hammond, IN. The 15-member team placed 17th out of 24 teams and won top honors in three $200 Off Large Pizza FAMILY SPECIAL different competitions. The results are as follows: Large 1 Topping Pizza $ 50 First place in Forensic Science – Caleb Phillips, 1 Off Medium Breadsticks South Bend and Marly Tristano, LaPorte Pizza Fifth place in Physics Lab – Joe Grossbauer, 2 liter Pop $ 00 $ 99 Chesterton and Marly Tristano 1 Off Small Pizza 19 + Tax Fifth place in Robot Ramble – Charlie Siedlecki, Not Good With Any Other Offer Michigan City and Ted Stamp, LaPorte Not Good With Any Other Offer The competition included contests in many dis- Sunday Noon-10 pm • M-Th 11 am-10 pm • F-S 11-12 Midnight cipline areas: astronomy, boomilever, laboratories 5184 S. Franklin St., Michigan City 872-3838 in chemistry and circuitry, genetics, disease detec- We Deliver to the Whole Community! tion, ecology, entomology, experimental design, food science, forensics, health science, oceanography, physics, rocks and minerals, aviation, and physical science (including circuitry, levers, remote sensors, robotics, sound and light waves). H & G PLUMBING & The La Lumiere School Science Team competed in the Indiana Science Olympiad regional competition HEATING INC. at Goshen College, Saturday, February 17. Winning CALL US FIRST FOR PROMPT, PROFESSIONAL SERVICE AND GREAT RATES! medals in 18 of the 23 events, the team fi nished in • 24 Hour Service Available third place of the 12-team high school division. The • Qualifi ed Tech. Licensed Plumbers top three teams fi nishing at each regional competi- • Family Owned & Operated All 41 Years tion advanced to the state fi nals. • FREE Estimates La Lumiere School students compete to qualify Everyone Can Save 10% All Year for a spot on the Science Olympiad team. Through On Every Service Call - Ask Us How! classroom activities, research and training, the team prepares for invitational, regional and state 41 YEARS tournaments. La Lumiere has competed success- OF SERVICE fully at local, regional, and state levels in Indiana 1966-2006 for the past 15 years. (219) 362-1632 • Toll Free (888) 471-9777 Maple City Word Crafters Maple City Word Crafters, a group of amateur writers, will meet from 6-8 p.m., on Mondays, May 7 and 21 in the small meeting room at LaPorte OPEN FOR SEASON! County Public Library, 904 Indiana Ave., LaPorte. Everyone is welcome. The group meets every fi rst and third Monday of the month at 6 p.m. as long as the library is open on those days. There is no charge Now Lake or registration. For more information or, 48 hours Serving Perch in advance to request signing for the hearing im- Cocktails paired, phone 219/362-6156. Waterside Grille Red Cross Annual Meeting & Dockside Suites The annual meeting of the LaPorte County Chap- SEAFOOD - SALADS - SANDWICHES - SOUPS ter of the American Red Cross will be held on Wed., Hours: Sun., Mon., Wed. & Thurs. 11 am to 9 pm May 19. The meeting will start at 5:30 p.m. and will be held on the Purdue North Central Campus in the Fri. & Sat. 11 am to 10 pm • Closed Tuesday Assembly Lounge 2 of the Library Student Facility 508 E. 2nd Street, Michigan City Building. The public in invited and light refreshments will be served. 219-878-0227 THE Page 44 May 3, 2007 Marquette Questers Chapter 139 Marquette Questers Chapter 139 met recently at the Great Lakes Museum of Military History with Virginia Bushong and Jackie Glidden as hostesses. Docents Ann Welch and Alvis Springer gave an in- Merrion & Associates Realtors 707 Washington • Michigan City troductory tour, emphasizing the care museum vol- IN 46360 unteers take in leading school children through the (219) 872-4000 ext 115 exhibits. They learned that the museum continues Michele Cihak, Cell: 219-861-2073 to welcome and receive items from all our military ABR Email: [email protected] actions, but space for display is very limited at the Sales Associate www.MerrionRealty.com current site. How wonderful it would be if an appro- 123 Licensed in Indiana and Michigan priate building could be made available. Questers are continuing to prepare for the Inter- national meeting to be held in Indianapolis in May, 2008. Several members met to decorate program covers for that event. They are collecting aprons for North PRECISION that meeting and would appreciate donations of any American from neighbors. Wood Crafters Hardwoods Questers are planning fall and winter pro- and Exotics grams and the September meeting will feature Ar- Custom Built Wood Products: nold Bass, LaPorte County author and historian. Questers have been responsible for the continuing • Cabinetry work and restoration and preservation of the Wash- • Entertainment Centers ington Park Bandstand. With the latest work com- • Doors and Entryways pleted, they anticipate helping the Michigan City • Furniture Historical Society and Old Lighthouse Museum in 1115 E. Michigan Blvd. the restoration of their dolls. Michigan City, IN 46360 Phone: 219-742-0660 You are invited to attend a meeting if you are interested in researching and encouraging restoration and preservation. For more information, phone ff AngelsAngels Doris Gavin at 879-5182. QueenQueen oo Page Turners Book Discussion Book and Gift A discussion on The No. 1 Ladies Detective Agen- “For All Your Religious Needs…” cy, fi rst in a popular series by Andrew McCall Smith, will take place at the Page Turners meeting from Beautiful Communion Dresses, Veils, Rosaries, 12-1 p.m., on Tues., May 8 at the LaPorte County Prayer Books, Jewelry, Gifts & Much More Public Library, 904 Indiana Ave., LaPorte. Open (219) 872-7300 The series is about new detective Precious Ra- Monday-Friday 10-5 Yes…We’re right next to motswe who tries to help people with problems. Saturday 10-3 Tylisz Appliance Everyone is welcome to come. The book may be re- 1605 E. Coolspring Avenue • Michigan City, IN 46360 quested for check-out in regular or large print and on cassette tape or CD. Refreshments appropriate to the book will be served. There is no charge or registration. For more in- It’s Perfect! formation or to request signing for the hearing impaired 48 hours in advance, phone 219/362-6156. 60% OFF VERTICAL BLINDS March of Dimes WalkAmerica MINI-BLINDS PLEATED SHADES The March of Dimes is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is to improve the health of mc-interiors.com babies by preventing birth defects, premature birth Also Save On In Stock Fabric and infant mortality. The organization’s national campaign, WalkA- merica, will take place on Sat., May 5, in Washing- Since 1950 Quality Products at Competitive Prices ton Park, Michigan City. To sign up, phone 800/905- 1102 Franklin St., Michigan City 219-872-7236 • 1-800-949-4530 9255 or log onto www.walkamerica.org THE May 3, 2007 Page 45 Fernwood Botanical Garden Fernwood’s Café now open! Featuring delicious soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts, the cafe opens at 11 a.m. MI time, Tues.-Sat. and at noon on Sunday. Summer Hours Begin Fernwood is now on its summer schedule. Hours are Tues.-Sat.,10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m. Ecotour to the Great Smoky Mountains Nature’s Leafy Fire: The Smoky Mountains in Fall -- Wed., Oct.17 through Sun., Oct. 21. Maples blaze in fl ame-orange. Oaks add their ember-red. Rhododendrons and conifers provide a deep green backdrop. Waterfalls splash over moss- covered boulders. Bears, deer, and turkeys are fat- tening up for the long winter ahead. Bull elk bugle to attract a mate. This is fall in the Smoky Moun- tains. Naturalist Wendy Jones shares her 15 years of Smokies experience and knowledge as you experience the mountains in autumn. Enjoy three days of leaf-peeping, trail walks, and scenic viewing. Learn about the trees, fall wildfl owers, pioneer history, and mountain ecology (this is the salamander capi- tal of the world!). Depending on interest, you may enjoy campfi re programs provided by the National Park staff, an evening hay ride in Cades Cove, ghost tours of Gatlinburg, the mountain craft show, or a day-trip to Cataloochee to watch the elk. Cost is $425 based on double-occupancy and includes lodging, naturalist services, and travel re- Swedish - Deep Tissue - Massage imbursement for drivers. A single-occupancy sup- Specializing in Myofascial Release plement is available and meals are on your own. Chronic Pain Therapy Travel is by car-pool, either in your own car or with another participant. A $100 deposit reserves your Page Rumer space; trip limit is 12 people. Registration deadline Massage Therapist is Sun., Sept. 30. Phone Wendy at ext. 220 for more 2411 St. Lawrence Ave., Suite 202 information. Fernwood reserves the right to cancel Long Beach – 1 block from Stop 24 the trip if insuffi cient registrations are received. Contact Fernwood at (269) 695-6491. Fernwood 219-916-4664 AMTA Member is located at 13988 Range Line Rd., Niles, MI. (Take Graduate - Chicago School of Massage Therapy US 31 to Walton Road, exit 7. Go west 1.7 miles, John Barnes Myofascial Release then north on Range Line Rd.) La Stone, Inc. - Hot Stone Massage Walk for Water Join Elle Salon in walk for water to support the Specializing in: Alliance for the Great Lakes. Whether you walk • Deep Tissue the shore, surf, swim, or simply listen to the waves • Sports Therapy while watching the sun set, you understand how the • Pregnancy Great Lakes enhance our lives. Massage On Sun., May 6, at 12 noon, meet at 113 W. 8th Rachael Rich, CMT St., Michigan City, for a three mile walk. Elle Salon Entrepreneur Center is contributing to this most worthy cause…the care 422 Franklin Square Michigan City, IN 46360 In-Home Visits and and conservation of our precious Great Lakes. 219 809 4200 x 316 or Chair Massage Available Sign up for walk for water at Elle Salon or 219 210 8515 by appointment send donations to 113 W. 8th St., Michigan City, Receive $5 off with Code 27 “Leave your stress at the door” IN 46360. Make checks payable to Alliance for the Graduated from Phoenix Therapeutic Massage College Great Lakes. More information at 219/874-3553. THE Page 46 May 3, 2007

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Firestone Tires Ladies the Girlfriend Sale, your ultimate wom- specializing in: an’s resale clothing event is bigger and better than Computerized Alignments ever. We have expanded into 3 rooms and have an Air Conditioning Repairs incredible selection of beautiful clothing, accessories Mechanical Repairs & shoes in all colors, styles and sizes along with a few house wear items and linens. There seems to be a wider selection of smaller sizes than in the past so if you are a 2-6 you will have plenty to choose from. We have vintage dresses, fur and leather coats, formal wear, business suits, casual summer dresses, jeans and so much more. Shop the sale this Satur- day from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. for the best selection and return on Sunday 12-4 p.m. for the famous 1⁄2 price Quality 1st sale day and a whole lot of fun! We are looking for a donation of a small refrigerator, coffee pot, and thermal carafes for the Custom Decks • Pool Decks Education Class Room. We are also searching for Paver Patios • Garages 6 to 8 square, sturdy game tables for the Historical Deck Maintenance & More Room. We have folding tables now but would like to Tom ﬁ nd something a bit more stable. If you can help out Brown PH/FAX(219) 326-9349 with a donation or have information which could lead to the acquisition of these items please phone the center at 879-3845 and let us know. As most of you know we have a beautiful court- yard in the center of the Community Center build- IS YOUR CPA YOUR ing. What you may not know is that we are busy BUSINESS PARTNER? improving that area for your enjoyment. As with all our projects they are a work in progress but feel free WE WILL BE. to come down and check out the progress. For your complimentary, no obligation copy of “Your Accountant – Your Partner,” Call 269.469.9300 ----submitted by Susan Vissing

Exploring Humor, Laughter As a Spiritual Practice Namaste’ Center for Holistic Education presents CPA & Business Advisory Services Doug Hadley as he speaks to the power of humor. 23 N. Thompson Street Now Accepting Business and New Buffalo, Michigan 49117 Individual Clients The presentation will take place Wed., May 2, at 7 p.m. at the LaPorte Hospital Chapel. Doug Hadley has been a Methodist pastor in La- Porte for over twenty years. He has been a member for the International Brotherhood of Magicians for a decade. Doug Hadley is also a life coach and a mo- tivational speaker-comedian. The mission of the Namaste Center (a not for profi t organization) is to provide programs, education, and special events, which focus on holistic living and well-being. The evening opens with a guided group meditation led by Bryan Manuelle. Bryan has been teaching and leading meditation for more than 30 years. This is a free program. Donations are welcome. The programs presented on the fi rst Wednesday of each month. Everyone is welcome. Also, come early and enjoy Glen Kelly’s artistry on the piano. THE May 3, 2007 Page 47 Potato Creek Welcome Back Weekend Thomas Mulcahy As the long winter is coming to a close, Potato Mulcahy Builders General Contractor, PE Creek State Park near North Liberty, IN is planning a weekend full of special events to welcome you back to the great outdoors on May 5th and 6th. The QUALITY BUILT weekend will begin Sat. at 7 a.m. with a free 3 mile CUSTOM HOMES & fun run to get your blood fl owing for the day. The MAJOR REMODELING run starts at the Tulip Poplar Picnic Area. At 10 PROJECTS a.m., take part in the free two mile Governor’s In- Materials supplied by Shape Walk starting at the Nature Center. Pioneer Lumber, Inc. 219.241.1020 (cell) The Friends of Potato Creek will be hosting a bike http://mulcahybuilders.com safety workshop and “bicycle rodeo” at 11 a.m. in the Licensed in Indiana & Michigan www.mulcahybuilders.com beach parking lot. So, bring your bicycle! For $10 per family, you will receive two bike safety helmets and the whole family may participate in the workshop lead by Sgt. Gary Cleveland of the Plymouth Police Department. There will be a limit on partici- Ric’s Mobile Power Washing pants and the registration deadline is April 28. For GUM STAINING / SEALING DECKS registration information, visit www.friendsofpotato- GREASE Steam it Clean PATIO creek.org or phone the park 574-656-8186. GRAFFITI with SIDING Get introduced to the popular sport of moun- Ric’s Machine Handyman Services tain biking at 2 p.m. in a free Mountain Bike Ba- GUTTER CLEANING General Repairs sics Clinic. Members of NIMBA (Northern Indiana Carpentry Mountain Bike Association) will be on hand to dem- LEAF GUARDS Call Rick for onstrate the proper use of equipment, trail etiquette INSTALLED Free Estimate and safety. There will be a class for men and a class for women. Meet at the nature center and bring Rick C. Sparks 1-269-556-9277 Insured Licensed 1-219-898-1652 your bike and helmet! Free RV camper safety inspections will be available on Saturday in the family campground for those camping. Service technicians from local RV compa- nies will be on hand to do a free safety inspection of campers on a fi rst come fi rst serve basis. Sign Residential up for an inspection at the family campground gate beginning Fri., May 4th at 5 p.m. This free service is Commercial sponsored by the Friends of Potato Creek. On Sunday, welcome back the spring migrant birds with a 7 a.m. Bird Hike. Meet at the nature Remodeling center and bring your binoculars or come without to join in the search for these colorful spring birds. At 830 Karwick Road Materials provided 2 p.m. at the nature center, fi nd out what’s going on Michigan City, IN by Pioneer Lumber in The Wild Side of Potato Creek in an informative (219) 874-6224 talk about the park’s efforts to restore natural areas Tom Wagner serving the beach area since 1994 and manage the park to keep it healthy. The normal park gate fee of $5/Indiana vehicles and $7/out of state cars will also be charged.

First Fridays @ Five kitchens, baths & flooring • Kitchen & Bath Cabinetry The next in the series of First Fridays @ Five at • Custom Countertops • Ceramic & Natural Stone Tile the Lubeznik Center for the Arts, will be a Blue- • Carpet • Wood & Laminate Flooring grass Bash on Fri., May 4 from 5-8 p.m. Music, • Window Blinds & Shutters • California Closet Systems drinks, food and more with a Bluegrass theme. A • Interior Design, Planning & Consultation • Complete Installation/Construction Services perfect way to unwind after a hard week. Everyone • Kitchen/Bath Remodeling is welcome. $5 admission with “lite” bites and cash • Room Additions, Decks, Porches, etc. • Licensed in Indiana, Michigan, Illinois bar. • Free Estimates & Measuring The Lubeznik Center is located at 101 W. 2nd St., 1916 E. Hwy. 20 • Michigan City • 219-871-0555 Michigan City. More info: 874-4900. www.dunelandinteriors.com THE Page 48 May 3, 2007 PNC Commencement To Be May 14 The Purdue University North Central 2006-2007 four seasons ice cream. commencement ceremony will be Tuesday, May 14 teh soda fountain at temple news. at 7:30 p.m. in the Valparaiso University Athlet- ics - Recreation Center, with a record number of open all year. downtown laporte. 595 master’s, bachelor’s or associate degrees being awarded. The commencement ceremony has been moved to a new location this year, to accommodate the in- creased number of graduates and their guests. No tickets are necessary. Graduates and their families are invited to at- In Lakeside tend a celebratory reception immediately following GOOD NEWS! …We are back from our winter vacation… the conclusion of the commencement exercises in with lots of Eileen Fisher, Flax and much more! Come the Old Town Banquet Center, 711 Calumet Ave., in before the season’s rush! Valparaiso. OPEN Monday - Saturday 11-5, Sunday 11-4 The traditional commencement ceremony will 15412 Red Arrow Hwy •Lakeside • 269-469-7727 feature the conferring of degrees by Purdue Uni- versity President Dr. Martin C. Jischke and Purdue North Central Chancellor Dr. James B. Dworkin. The new graduates will be welcomed to the ranks of Purdue alumni by Chad C. Johnson, director of ROOF LEAK? Constituent Relations for the Purdue Alumni Asso- Guaranteed repair with ciation. We also do The response on behalf of the 2006-2007 graduat- 26 years of experience Complete Roofs! ing class will be presented by Jaime N. Woods, of Commercial and Residential Valparaiso, who will receive her Bachelor of Science degree in Business. Call Bob at 219-326-5648 Information, or persons with disabilities requir- ing accommodations, phone 872-0527, ext. 5341.

Crafters Invited Don’t Just Smile As You Go By - STOP!! Crafters are invited to participate in the 2nd annual 4th of July Jubilee Craft Show and Resale Market held Wed., July 4. The show will be held at College Church of the Nazarene, 897 W. 6000 N. Rd. U.S. 12 Michigan-Indiana Stateline Bourbonnais, IL. Show hours are 9 a.m.-3 p.m. OPEN WED. - SUN. 5 PM (MI TIME) • NEW BUFFALO MICHIGAN • 269.469.5300 All items must be quality handmade items in order to qualify for the craft show area. Craft booths measure 10 ft.x10 ft.; inside spots are offered for $50 and outside spots are offered for $45. THE The Resale Market will include wholesale, kits, APRIL IN PARIS commercial, antiques and collectibles, craft sup- by Michael Wallner hardback 21.95 plies, and general merchandise. Resale booths mea- BOOKSTORE sure 10 ft. x 15 ft; the cost is $55. MARS NEEDS MOMS! Applications due by June 19. Pam Ash is the show by Berkley Breathed hardback 16.99 organizer: 815/432-2639 or email [email protected] 1203 LIGHTHOUSE PLACE MICHIGAN CITY for more information or to receive an application. Show 219/879-3993 information is also available at www.springcreek craftshows.bravehost.com

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When I was a mere slip of lad growing up on the So, Andy, this one’s for you, buddy, as we fast for- far southwest side of Chicago, I and a friend would ward to a recent Saturday in the present year when head downtown on Saturday to do our homework you will ﬁ nd yours truly arising before dawn at his at what was then the Central Public Library and is mother’s house in the Beverly neighborhood, dou- now the Chicago Cultural Center. ble-checking Metra’s Rock Island District schedule, gulping down some coffee, and hooﬁ ng it over to the old station that still stands at 107th Street to catch train number 500 for LaSalle Street. The double-decker arrived at 107th Street at the posted 6:56 time, and away we went for a super Saturday in the central city with my nephew, Jake McKelvy, and my niece, Sara Wright. No Saturday in the city is complete without a stop at the Chicago Cultural Center.

Jake McKelvy arrives at Ogilvie Transportation Center ready for a big day in the city with Uncle Charley.

The plan was simply this: arrive in the Loop in plenty of time to meet Jake at the Ogilvie Trans- portation Center at 10:30 where he would be ar- riving from his home in Lake Forest on a Metra/ Union Pacifi c North Line train, then run errands and hang out with Jake before having lunch with (Jake’s cousin) Sara at 1 p.m. at the Corner Bakery Café at Michigan and Wacker. Oh, and we had to An early departure from the old station at 107th Street. include a stop at the jeweler’s so Jake could collect My friend, Andy Mathis, and I would walk over to his wedding rings. He’s getting married, you see, on the Rock Island Railroad’s station at 107th Street, June 23 to the lovely Abby Masterfi eld, and the jew- shell out a buck and some change for round-trip eler had assured him the rings would be ready that tickets, and take the old reliable Rock to the Loop Saturday. for a delightful day of study in the Central Library, Good plan, and it worked – for the most part. lunch at a place on Washington, and treats at what We went straight to the jeweler’s on Monroe be- was then Marshall Field’s. We’d fi nd that the Loop tween State and Wabash, and found that Abby’s was pretty much our oyster to crack, because back ring wasn’t quite ready and that Jake’s ring, which then folks didn’t fl ock to the center city like they do was a dead ringer for mine, was a tad tight. now. So Jake talked it all over with the jeweler who as- Andy and I sure had some great Saturdays in the sured Jake he would have the rings ready far in ad- city, and I know we had better grades for it. Un- vance of the big date on June 23, and then, having fortunately, Andy and I have lost touch with one worked up enormous appetites, we crossed Monroe another, but I still think of him whenever I plan a to a Mexican grill where we stuffed ourselves with super Saturday in the city. enormous burritos and chips and salsa. THE May 3, 2007 Page 51 Thusly fed for the journey, we hiked over to near- Oh, and I forgot to tell you that my nephew Jake, by Millennium Park where all the hipsters were who earned a masters in hospital administration hanging out on a mellow Saturday in the city. Wear- at the University of Florida, was just offered a full- ing as he was his University of Florida hat, Jake time position at Lake Forest Hospital after complet- naturally attracted the friendly attention of a fellow ing an internship there. Gator, and, after exchanging the requisite “Go Ga- So, let me tell you that having a late lunch with tors” greeting of – well – making like a gator with two young, dynamic members of my bloodline sure their arms, we headed into the deep recesses of Mil- stimulated my old corpuscles better than any two lennium Park where we discovered that there was a bottles of Geritol. bridge that would take us over Columbus Drive and Sara, unfortunately, had to eat and run, so Jake into Grant Park and eventually all the way to the and I decided to use the time remaining to us to Lakefront Path itself. check out the Chicago Cultural Center at Michigan Cyclists, rollerbladers, and runners raced past and Randolph. A docent recommended an exhibit us, but we set a pretty good pace ourselves as we on the art of architecture in Africa, and we totally crossed the river on the lower level of the Lake Shore grooved on that and a photography exhibit by Sean Drive Bridge. We had half a hankering to head over Sutton depicting the horrible price the world has to Navy Pier to ride the Ferris wheel and check out paid for land mines. Plus, we accidentally tuned into the latest attractions, but our hour with the fair a women’s music festival in Preston Bradley Memo- Sara was looming so we struck westward on a route rial Hall where this vocal ensemble was rehearsing that took us through an art gallery, a lively birthday a few numbers of their ethnic music. We guessed party (don’t ask!), and then along the Chicago River that they might have been Armenian, but we knew where we got to see some ring-billed gulls dining on for sure that we were in the presence of angels. a freshly caught salmon. I still have goose bumps writing about it. As we watched the gulls get down, one of Wen- And then, thinking that was enough excitement della’s fi nest sailed down-river with a boatload of for one Saturday in the city, we headed for a parting gawking tourists. We were right on with Chicago on point at Washington and LaSalle so we could catch a Saturday afternoon because – though there were our respective 4:30 trains. multitudes streaming across the nearby Michigan But no sooner had we stepped out of the Cultural Avenue Bridge – we had found a place of peace and Center than we heard several sirens. We followed quiet. them to a building site on Washington just west Jake observed that that is one of the best things of State and got to see the Chicago Fire Depart- about Chicago – one can chose to either blend in ment battle a construction fi re. I said to Jake, “Gee, with the crowd or simply step away a block or two where’s a camera when you need it?” and fi nd total serenity. I told him I had done just And he said: “In your pocket, Uncle Charley.” that before meeting him that morning when I joined some friends for a get-together on that very topic at Ohio and Michigan. We ended our refl ections by serenely seeking Sara at the Corner Bakery Café at Michigan and Wacker, and having her regale us with tales of her training as a volunteer at a rape crisis hot-line. Sara, you see, is working toward a masters in psychology, and she needs such volunteer work for her require- The Chicago Fire Department ments. in action on Washington just west of State. Yes, they got the fi re out in good order.

And so, thanks to Jake McKelvy, you see a fasci- nating ﬁ re-ﬁ ghting photo before you. We parted company shortly thereafter, resolving Cousins Jake McKelvy and Sara Wright catch up at the Corner Bakery Café. to regularly schedule super Saturdays in the city. THE Page 52 May 3, 2007 Activities to Explore

Follow the Signs... In the Local Area: May 3-7 -- At the Vickers Theatre: “God Grew Tired of Us.” Winner Grand Jury Prize and Audi- ence Award at Sundance Film Festival. Thurs/Fri OPEN HOUSES 6:30 pm; Sat/Sun 4 & 6:30 pm; Mon 6:30 pm. Rated PG. All MI times. Also showing: “The Lives of Oth- ers.” Rated R. German w/subtitles. Thurs-Mon at 9:00 pm only. 6 N. Elm St., Three Oaks, MI. 269/756- 3522 or www.vickerstheatre.com May 4-6 -- “Wait Until Dark.” LaPorte Little The- 1st Team, Inc. atre, A & 3rd streets, LaPorte. 7:30 pm Fri/Sat; 2 pm Sun. Tix $10; reserve at 219/362-5113. c211stTeam.com May 5, 6 -- Spring Girlfriend Sale at the Long Beach Community Center. Sat. 10 am-3 pm; Sun noon-4 pm. 1st Sunday of May May 5-6 -- “Blurred Vision,” a comedic look at healthcare presented by Tekki Lomnicki at The Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks, MI. 8 pm Sat/2 pm Sun. Tix $20; reserve at 269/756- 3879 or purchase at the door. Story this issue. May 4 -- Law Day program at the LaPorte Coun- ty Courthouse, Circuit Court, 3rd Flr. Presenter Judge Boklund followed by tribute to Anita Bowser and presentation of the Liberty Bell Award. May 5 -- Farmer’s Market, 8th & Washington 1st Team Open House Sundays are streets, MC. 8 am-noon. May 5 -- Farmer’s Market, County Courthouse the 1st Sunday of each month! grounds, LaPorte. 7 am-noon. May 5 -- Cinco de Mayo in Washington Park, MC. Sunday, May 6 from 1 - 3 EST Parade noon. Activities in the park noon-6 pm. Sto- ry this issue. May 5 -- Hands on Demo of Tomboy Tools for Women. 1:30-4:30 pm at the MC Public Library. Free & open to the public. May 5 -- Meet Mitchell Gold at Lovell & Whyte 9444 Community Hall, 21 S Barton St, for a book signing and champagne reception 6-8 pm New Buffalo Union Pier MI time. 14950 Lakeside Rd., Lakeside, MI. •$299,000 •4 bed / 1.5 bath •$499,000 •3 bed / 2.5 bath May 5 -- “Innocents” a new oratorio by Dr. Dennis Shown by Mario Zarantenello Shown by Pam Lynch Friesen-Carper and Walter Wangerin Jr. 7:30 pm in http://2703857.c211st.com http://2619821.c211st.com the Chapel of the Resurrection on campus of Val- paraiso U. Tix $15/adults, $10/sen. cit. & students. Reserve at 219/464-5162. Story this issue. May 5 -- Comedy Night @ El Nopal, 110 W 9th 9652 Berrien St #C-1 & C-3, 9430 Date Rd, St., MC. Headliner: John Osborne, featuring Alan Union Pier Baroda Brooks with Emcee Inez Pearson. Special guests: •$199,000 •1 bed / 1 bath •$499,000 •4 bed / 2.5 bath Mijo & Sarah Hawks. 8:30 pm show. Cover charge. Shown by Ginny Winn Shown by Doreen Heywood May 5 -- L’Esprit Creole at Mainstreet Theatre, http://2711338.c211st.com http://2715149.c211st.com 807 Franklin St., MC. 8 pm. Tix $14/adults, $13/ students & seniors, $7/high school age & below. Re- Three offices to serve: 874-4269. serve you better! May 6 -- Walk for Water. 3-mile walk to benefi t 2 N Whittaker Street 106 S Elm Street Alliance for the Great Lakes. Begins at 113 W. 8th 2825 Copp Rd, New Buffalo MI Three Oaks MI St., MC. Sign up at Elle Salon. 874-3553. Niles (269) 469-2121 (269) 756-2121 May 10 -- PNC-Porter County Open House. 5-7 •$255,000 •3 bed / 2 bath 245 W Johnson Road pm, 600 Vale Park Rd., Valparaiso. For prospective Shown by Terry Vravis La Porte IN students. No registration necessary. 219/531-4200, http://2707512.c211st.com (219) 324-2121 ext. 4209. THE May 3, 2007 Page 53 Every Monday -- New Buffalo Chess Club. 6 pm (MI time) at the New Buffalo Public Library, 33 Desirable lot on scenic Lake Claire! N. Thompson, New Buffalo. Open to all ages and skill levels. John Calo, 269/469-6507 or email jsca- [email protected] Places to Visit: Barker Mansion, 631 Washington St., Michigan City. Adm. $4/adults, $2/kids 18 & under, free/kids under 3. Guided tours--weekdays 10 am, 11:30 am & 1 pm; weekends noon & 2 pm. 219-873-1520. Great Lakes Museum of Military History, 360 Dunes Plaza, Michigan City. Open 9 am-4 pm, Tues- Fri; 10 am-4 pm Sat; closed Sun & Mon. Adm. $3/ adults, $2/vets & senior citizens, $1/ages 8-18, and free to under 8 and active military personnel. Info 872-2702 or www.militaryhistorymuseum.org LaPorte County Historical Museum. 2405 Indiana Over 14,000 square feet to build your dream home! Easy build site with city water and sewer. This lot enjoys a “right to view” Ave., LaPorte. Adm. $3/LaP. Co. resident; $5/out-of- so owners of adjoining lot on north side have certain building county; $3/kids 12-17; free/under 12 yrs. 219/324- restrictions. Owners pay approximately $60.00 per year for Lake 6767 or www.laportecountyhistory.org Claire maintenance. Quiet cul-de-sac surrounded by beautiful Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. 2nd St., homes! You’re in great company here! THE ONLY lot available Michigan City. Tues.-Fri., 10 am-5 pm; Sat-Sun, 11 on Lake Claire! $209,000 am-4 pm. Closed Mon. Phone 874-4900. Call Rudy Carlson-Conner New Buffalo Railroad Museum, 530 S. Whittaker Offi ce: 219.861.0960 T St., New Buffalo, MI. Mon-Fri, 9 am-5 pm; Sat, 10 Cell: 219.898.0708 am-3 pm, (MI time) Closed Sun. 269/469-5409. Old Lighthouse Museum, Washington Park, 601 Franklin Street, Suite 407 Michigan City. Open Tues-Sun, 1-4 pm. Closed on Michigan City, IN 46360 www.coastal-properties.us holidays. Adm $3/adults, $1/grades 9-12, 50¢/grade school, 5 yrs. & under/free. 872-6133. Rag Tops Museum of Michigan City, 209 W. Mich- igan Blvd., Michigan City. A collection of classic, antique & unusual vehicles & memorabilia. Open every day 10 am-7 pm. Adm. $6/adults, $5/sen. cit, $4/kids, free/under 3. 878-1514. Southern Shore Art Association Gallery, 724 Franklin St., Michigan City. Sat. & Sun., 11 am- 4 pm. 219-861-0186. http://southernshoreart.org. Farther Afi eld: May 5 -- Kites and Canines at Sunset Hill (Por- ter) County Park (Hwy 6 & 49). 5K race at 9 am; canine and friend race at 1 pm. 219/465-5209. Story this issue. May 5 -- Jimmy Fastiggi (guitarist) in concert at The Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad St., St. Joseph, MI. 8 pm MI time. Tix $8/gen. adm.; $6/students and seniors (60+). 269/983-3688 or www.boxfactoryforthearts.org May 5-6 -- Welcome Back Weekend at Potato Creek State Park, North Liberty, IN. Sat. begins with 7 am 3-mile fun run, 11 am bicycle rodeo, 2 pm mountain bike clinic, and more. Park gate fee $5/IN residents, $7/out of state. 574/656-8186. Story this issue. May 9 -- Spring Art Videos at the Krasl Center, 707 Lake Blvd., St. Joseph, MI. Noon MI time. Free & open to the public. This week: Chuck Close, UP CLOSE. Lorie Jesperson will lead a discussion following the fi lm. THE Page 54 May 3, 2007

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Corporate and Industrial Video Productions HANDYMAN - Antenna service. Phone & TV jacks. House wiring. Contact: Patrick Landers at Midwest Video Communications Sinks. Toilets. Countertops. Carpentry. Full house rehab work. 219-879-8433 Beach Stairway Repair & Refurbishing. DR. TOM’S SERVICE CLINIC - 219/778-4036 CUSTOM PC TECHNOLOGIES – Home/Office Calls, Computer Set-up, System Restoration, File Transfers, Wired & Wireless Networks, Repairs, • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Upgrades, Dependable On Call Service. HIRE Sue’s HUSBAND For all your computer needs, call 219/872-7478. Is your list of household repair & maintenance projects growing? Service with YOU in Mind! Small jobs welcome. - Quality Work. -- Call Ed Berent LOVE YOUR PET? We’ll keep him in your yard! @ 219/879-8200. Pet Stop of Michiana -- 888.325.7387 -- www.petstop.com • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • LIVE-IN CAREGIVERS AND MORE, INC. H & H HOME REPAIR Local Employment Agency We specialize in: •Carpentry •Finished Basements •New Baths helps people maintain their independence in the •Electrical *Plumbing •Flooring •Drywall/Painting. security of their own homes since 1998 Family owned 45 years. We provide: Jeffery & Scott Human, owners -- 219/861-1990. • 7 days/24 hours care and attention BILL SMART – Home Repair & Remodeling • Carpentry • Electrical • day or night shift assistance The one man for all your big jobs too small for the big contractors. • limited medical/nursing services Serving Harbor Country since 2001 • 269-469-4407. •medication management PAINTING-DRYWALL-WALLPAPER •meal preparation •light housekeeping WISTHOFF PAINTING -- REFERENCES Call (219) 872-6221 leave message Small Jobs Welcome -- Call 219/874-5279 An alternative to nursing home JEFFERY J. HUMAN INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING & STAINING ADJUSTABLE MORTGAGE SECRETS - Free Information. Custom Decorating - Custom Woodwork - Hang/Finish Drywall www.new5yrplan.com/1310 or 1-800-993-0508. Wallpaper Removal – Trim Carpentry 27-Years experience. Insured. Ph. 219/861-1990. CAREGIVER. Private non-medical in-home care. Assist with daily living tasks, meal prep, Dr. visits, and errands. Above all, companionship for the DUNIVAN PAINTING and POWER WASHING heart and soul. Exc. ref. and state registered. Trish Harris. 219-861-1133. Decks, Homes, Trailers, Driveways, Cement, etc. Local. Exp. Insured. Reasonable Rates. Call Brian at 219-741-0481. DEBBIE’S ANIMAL CARE. Dogwalking, animal feeding, animal sitting. THE A & L PAINTING COMPANY -- INTERIOR & EXTERIOR References. Call 219-879-1429. 20-YEARS EXPERIENCE. Also Power Wash, Seal & Paint Decks. Seniors (65+) 10% off labor. References. Reasonable. Phone or fax WANTED: USABLE UNWANTED HOUSEHOLD ITEMS. 219/778-4145. Cell phone days 219/363-5450 CALL 219-879-2934. LAKE SHORE PAINTING & PRESSURE CLEANING. EXPERIENCED NANNY AND COMPASSIONATE CAREGIVER Free estimates. Call 219-872-6424 and ask for LeRoy. with medical background. Can do housekeeping, run errands, etc. Excellent references. Reasonable rates. Call 219-877-4302. ABOUT SPACE LTD. Custom Painting and Decorating – Residential and Commercial. EXPERIENCED MOTHER OF ONE will take care of your child Call Kristina at 219-363-0724. www.allaboutspace.net at her home in Trail Creek. $6/hr. Call 219-879-5782. WAYNE’S PAINTING. From top to bottom, interior/exterior. Painting, DeGARMO JONES DJ SERVICE powered by Bose Sound. staining, decks, pressure washing. Free est. Fully insured. 13 yrs. exp. Weddings, Parties, Holidays, School Dances. References available. 219-861-1133. 30% OFF ALL LABOR ON INTERIORS FOR WINTER. 219-363-7877 days; 219-778-2549 evenings. Ask for Wayne. SELF IMPROVEMENT - INSTRUCTIONS PREMIER POWER WASH. Decks, Fences, Concrete, Houses. TEACHER/ENTERTAINMENT -- Lessons in guitar -- piano -- voice Resealing. Gutter Cleaning. Insured. Call 219-363-0475. and most instruments. Call 219/872-1217. ROBERT ALLEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. – Painting & Decorating HEALTH & PHYSICAL FITNESS Interior-Exterior. Custom Painting. Wall Coverings. Drywall Repair Insured. Competitive Rates. Reliable. Call 219-840-1581. • • • MASSAGE THERAPY & WELLNESS CENTER • • • Therapeutic Massage • Acupuncture • Brain Gym • QiGong Classes WARREN’S • Reflexology • Healing Touch • Feldenkrais® POWERWASHING & PAINTING • Exterior Houses • Swimming Pools • • Personal Fitness Training Decks Washed & Sealed • Sidewalks, etc. Dog Massage Classes • Gift Certificates FREE ESTIMATES. 219-872-6424 or 219-879-3362 www.wellness-specialists.com W J PAINTING • New Const./Remodeling • Interior/Ext. custom woodwork Call 219/879-5722. finishing • Drywall repair. Exc. ref. 20 yrs. exp. J. Harris 219-861-1133. CLEANING - HOUSEKEEPING PETERSEN PAINTING. Pressure washing. Deck staining. Drywall repair & finishing. Wallpaper removal. Int./Ext. painting. PERSONAL TOUCH CLEANING -- Homes - Condos - Offices. Ref. avail. Call 219-363-0247 or 219-369-9151. Day and afternoons available. - Call Darla at 219/879-2468. ZIEVE PAINTING. Dependable. Reasonable Rates. Color Consultation. SUZANNE’S CLEANING Decorative finishes. Free Est., 20 yrs. exp. Call Michael @ 219-871-2094. 219/326-5578. DUNELAND PAINTING COMPANY. Interior/Exterior. LAKEFRONT CLEANERS. Residential Cleaning Service. Insured. Free estimates. Call 219-201-5715. Ask about our Spring Cleaning Specials. Serving all of Harbor Country. Call 219-395-6596. P LANDSCAPE-Lawns-Clean Up, Etc. P THE Page 56 May 3, 2007

H & D TREE SERVICE and LANDSCAPING, INC. -- WE CATER TO BUDDING OFFICES & ARTISTS AT FIRME’S Full service tree and shrub care. Trimming, planting, removal. (2 Stores) 11th & Franklin Streets, Michigan City - 219/874-3455 Firewood, snowplowing, excavating. -- Call 872-7290. Hwy 12, Beverly Shores - Just West of Traffic Light - 219/874-4003 FREE ESTIMATES CERAMIC SUBWAY TILES for sale. 8 boxes of 3” x 6” white HEALY’S LANDSCAPE & STONE subway tiles. $40. Call Sally at The Beacher 879-0088. 219/879-5150 -- FAX 219-879-5344 THE SPRING GIRLFRIEND SALE, your ultimate woman’s resale cloth- http://www.healysland.com - [email protected] ing event, is Sat. 5/5 from 10-3 & Sun 5/6 famous ½ price sale from 12-4. Voted: BEST LANDSCAPE SUPPLY YARD IN N.W. INDIANA! Over 80 participants have cleaned their closets and submitted over 2000+ 15+ Types of Flagstone, 30+ Types of Stone, items, designer and dressy pieces, tons of gently used casual clothing in Granite boulders, River Rock, Decorative gravel, Mulch, all sizes, jewelry, and accessories selling at $5, $10, $15 and up. Bring a Mushroom Compost, Sand, Topsoil friend and come shop for incredible values and a whole lot of fun! Landscaping, Stonescaping, Ponds, Patios, Walls, Pavers, Bricks Long Beach Community Center, 2501 Oriole Tr., Long Beach IN. Complete Landscape Design & Installation! Call for directions 219-879-3845. Dunegrass, Perennials, Evergreens, Grasses, Groundcovers, Annuals all sold at below RETAIL Cost! ANTIQUE HARVEST TABLE with 8 hooped back chairs. $950. HAMADAN RUG 4 ft 5 in. x 6 ft. $100. MIRROR $100. Call 269-469-4817. ★★ H&S SERVICES --2621 E. US HIGHWAY 12 ★★ Call 219/872-8946 CONTEMPORARY BEIGE & OFF WHITE COUCH, Let Us Be Your One Stop Shop love seat and over sized chair, sofa table, coffee table, end table, Colored Mulch - Topsoil - River Rock floor lamp and table lamp and 3 pc. wall unit. Like new. Retaining Wall Blocks - Natural Stone Take it all for $750.00 Call 219-879-0866 and leave a message. ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ REAL ESTATE ADDIE’S LAWN MAINTENANCE • Residential & Commercial Yard Clean-Up • Mowing • Aeration • Thatching • Ext. Power COMMERCIAL – RENTALS/LEASE/SELL Wash, Stain & Seal • Free Est. Call 219-879-2017 or 219-210-8589. GARAGE AND BASEMENT OVERSTUFFED? ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ Store your stuff with us and get a 6 month lease for a 5 month price. GOLDEN SANDES STORE AND LOCK. ✩ ★ JIM’S LAWN SERVICE – MOWING – WEEKLY RATES ✩ ★ 4407 E. U.S. 12 (@ Hwy. 212) CALL 219-879-3733 or (cell) 219-229-3178. Leave message. Michigan City, IN. Landscaping by: SMALL’S GARDEN CENTER 219/879-5616. Custom Landscape Designs: OFFICE SUITE. 3 private offices and reception area. Expenses, except Retaining Walls—Block, Boulder, Timber, Ledge Rock phone, paid. Well maintained, high traffic area. 2811 E. Michigan Blvd., Brick—Patio, Walks, Driveways Michigan City. (219) 879-9188, 879-2700. Flagstone—Walks, Patio, Walls Ponds & Waterfalls—Complete Excavating/Site Preparation BUSINESS INCOME PROPERTY FOR SALE. 6 units all leased. Clean-ups—Hydro Seeding & Sodding—Dunegrass High Traffic location. Call for more information. 219-879-4434. 13 ACRE GARDEN CENTER: Shade Trees—Evergreens, Shrubs & OUTSIDE SECURED STORAGE at Innovative Custom Mfg., Perennials. We Deliver Pulverized Topsoil, Mulch, Decorative Stone, 1264 W. US 20, Michigan City. Ideal for boats, trailers, campers, etc. Driveway Stone, Sand, Paving Brick, Boulders, $1 per foot per month. Call 219-808-3793. Flagstone (White & Chestnut): Cut Drywall, Outcropping, Steppers. 26 YEAR OLD ESTABLISHED ICE CREAM BUSINESS FOR SALE. 219-778-2568. 1551 E. Hwy. 20, LaPorte, IN 46350 Includes equipment. $55,000. Call 219-879-7253. ELITE LANDSCAPING & LAWN MAINTENANCE Spring Clean-ups. All Year Lawn Maintenance needs. WANTED – RENTAL Free Estimates. Call 219-898-3675. WANT TO RENT for July & August 1BR or studio apartment TRADITIONS LAWN CARE on or across from the lake. Call 708-974-1786. Professional Turf Management/General Property Maintenance. SHORT TERM HOME, CONDO OR APARTMENT desired for mature Complete Turf Maintenance, Mowing, Fertilization Mgt., woman and small dog. June-September minimum. Call Rick 773-908-1969. Spring/Fall Cleanup, Leaf Maintenance, Snow Removal. Call Mark direct at (office) 219-872-9326, (cell) 219-877-0980. RENTALS INDIANA PAT’S TREE SERVICE. HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH Complete tree and landscaping service. 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. Experts in storm damage. Licensed and insured. Free estimates. LONG BEACH COZY 4/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) Call 219-362-5058. Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/370-1745. CAPPY’S LAWN CARE ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ COMPLETE LAWN SERVICE • FREE ESTIMATES • INSURED DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB 219-874-3580 LAKEFRONT CONDOS -- 2 and 3 bedrooms. JUAN’S LAWN SERVICE. Spring and Fall clean-up. Mowing, edging, Avail. Sept.-June -- $1,400 to $2,000 per month. trimming, bush removal, blowing, power wash, gutter cleaning and mulch- DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. ing. Low rates, free estimates. Call 219-324-6746 or 219-363-3438. SHERIDAN BEACH-YEAR ROUND-FULLY FURNISHED. Completely remodeled 1BR, 1BA apartment just steps away from the EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES beach. New small kitchen appliances, furniture, TV/DVD, A/C units. ATTENTION DRIVERS willing to train to obtain CDL! NO Spacious private balcony with a glimpse of lake, barbecue area. EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! TMC Transportation needs drivers. $550/month + NIPSCO. Call 708-372-6898. Guaranteed weekly earnings. Premium equipment and benefits. HARBOR COUNTRY: Unique cottage with large, two story living Excellent earning potential and still be OFF WEEKENDS! It’s not space. 2/BR, 2/Baths. Can sleep 6. Large screened porch. a job, it’s a future! FOR CDL Training through Commercial Driver Lovely terrace & garden. Gourmet kitchen. W/D. A/C. Institute in South Bend, IN. Call today. - 1-800-882-7364 AC0064 Cable, TV/DVD, Stereo. All linens. Bicycles. WANT TO SELL Sat./Sat. rental, $1,200/wk. Photos avail. A must see. 773/929-2295. Shomer Shabbat Antiques & Art HOUSE FOR RENT ON LAKE SHORE DRIVE Chicago’s oldest (Harlon’s) Now Michiana’s newest. 3/BR, 2BA. A/C. Frpl., W/D. Summer rentals avail. 8 rooms, jammed with antiques and collectables. Also avail Sept thru May. $750/mo + util. Call 708/424-8756. 1004 E. Michigan Blvd., Michigan City. 879-1942. Closed Saturday. THIS WAY TO THE BEACH! Adorable cottage, 8 houses from the lake RAINBOW TRADES – 809 FRANKLIN SQUARE – 219/874-7099 at Stop 31. Cute retro décor. Sleeps 6-10. New kitchen and 2 baths. ANTIQUES GALORE! Jewelry, China, Clocks, Toys, Dolls, Paintings, Huge screened porch. A/C, cable, DVD. $1100/week. $200 discount African Masks, Indian Items, Vintage Clothes, Tools, Gifts, Unique Items. if booked before 6/1/07. Call 847-644-4398 or 847-696-0878. BALLOONS ALL WAYS – Birthday Parties, Big events. We Deliver! CLASSIC BEACH COTTAGE IN SHERIDAN BEACH. Steps from beach. COSTUME WORLD – Rentals/Sales, Makeup. Over 1,000 Costumes. Sleeps up to 10. New carpet & furn. 5BR, 2-1/2BA. Seek the Unique – www.costumeworld.net Open Mon. & Fri. Call Linda at 708-784-1465 or www.vrbo.com/56490 THE May 3, 2007 Page 57

“The Summer Place” at Stop 33. 2 blocks from beach. MICHIGAN. New Buffalo, Village of Grand Beach. Charming décor, beautiful surroundings, 4BR, 2BA, Lake front home, just 42 steps down to this private Lake Michigan beach. family room with fireplace. Patio, deck, sun porch. A/C, W/D. Enjoy magnificent sunsets from the deck of this cozy 3 bedroom home. Avail. for weekly rental June thru Sept. Call 708-784-9866. Golf and tennis are within walking distance. LONG BEACH STOP 28 SUMMER RENTAL. 3BR, 1BA, A/C, W/D, grill Available July & August $2000/week, and also in June & Sept. $1200/week. & deck. Short walk to beach and park. $950/wk. Call 317-716-7321. For information & viewing, call 219-326-5828 and/or 708-212-1637. LONG BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT - Great location, very close to beach LAKEFRONT COTTAGES w/private beach in Union Pier, MI. and park. 4/BR, 2/Bath. A/C. W/D, D/W. Deck w/BBQ. Appliances and amenities. 2-5BR. Call 269-426-0034 Avail. 8/4/07 for short/long term rental. Call 312-953-9570. or visit www.unionpiervacation.com CHARMING VINTAGE MICHIANA COTTAGE – ¼ blk. from lake, Stop 37. UNION PIER – charming cottage style 3BR house across from beach. Furn., delightful décor, 3BR, 2BA, brand new beds & pillows, sleeps 8-9. C/ Hot tub, back deck, screen porch, great location, walk to town. Perfect A, frpl, screen porch off lg. kitchen, BBQ, wrap-around deck, loft end deck vacation rental getaway. Weekly/monthly. Call 312-399-8158. off master BR, D/W, W/D, Cable TV/DVD/VCR, all util. except phone. Avail. 6/2-6/30; 8/11-9/15. H REAL ESTATE FOR SALE H For info email: [email protected] Phone Judy 847-814-8215. DUNELAND BEACH LONG BEACH. Seasonal rental. Lake Shore Drive hillside. Lot at Stop 35 with lake glimpses. 1block to beach. Stunning lake views. 2BR, 2BA. Convertible sofa in family room. Survey, topo, soil test and design concepts avail. Approx. 16,000 SF. $1800/week + sec. dep. + cleaning fee. Realtor owned. 219-878-3721. Call 219-878-1724. SHORELAND HILLS – 3BR, 2BA. Short walk to Stop 31 beach. BEACH HOUSE/38’ CIGARETTE POWERBOAT. STOP 31. 9 rms, 5BR, Sleeps 9 adults + 2 cribs. Large yard w/deck & BBQ. Big screen TV, 3BA. Sleeps 10-12. Gorgeous cedar deck, extra lot. Fully furn. Turn key! Cable/DVD/VCR. A/C, D/W, W/D. $1100/wk. Call 773-562-6561. 2.5 blks. to beach! Time to relax! [email protected] Boat addi- SHERIDAN BEACH SUMMER RENTAL. Cozy knotty pine cottage. tional $69,000. Beach house $379,000. Call for info 708-774-7196. 4BR, 2BA, cable, C/A. 1/2 blk. from beach. Close to outlet, park and zoo. MICHIANA SHORES – Large prime building lot. 3 short blocks to beach. $1000/wk. Contact Pam 708-383-2635. Call 219-879-9154. SHERIDAN BEACH. 3BR HOUSE. Year round. MICHIANA SHORES, IND. ON 5 LOTS. 2BR, 2BA, fireplace, furnished. Fresh interior. Short walk to beach. No pets. Non-smoker preferred. Walk-out basement, hardwood floors, close to beach, low taxes. $750.00/mo. + utilities. Call 219-879-2195. $439,000. 307 Sunset Trail. Call 219-879-6727. WEEKLY RENTAL AVAILABLE. BEAUTIFUL & BRAND NEW!!! This newly built Long Beach home offers Completely furnished 3BR apt. $800/weekly. Long Beach Cove Villas – 219-879-9950. 3BR & 2.5BA in a Cape Cod style! Just 3.5 blks. from the lake at Stop 20, this home has the superior workmanship & high quality finish you expect CHARMING MICHIANA SHORES COTTAGE with beautiful master suite. in a new home. Gourmet custom kitchen includes Cambria Quartz counters, 3BR, 2BA. Stone fireplace, short walk to Stop 38 beach. Monthly. Birch cabinetry & top of the line appliances. A dramatic Great Room with Call 773-463-0555 leave message, or 773-617-4884 leave message. 18’ ceilings opens onto a covered porch high above the neighborhood! RENTALS – FURNISHED CONDO. Pine Lake in LaPorte. $1750/mo. Walk-out basement is plumbed for its own bath & ready to finish. Call Debbie Burke @ Merrion & Associates Realtors, Call Ed Merrion for your own appointment! $436,500. MERRION & 219-872-4000 or toll-free 1-866-496-1752. ASSOCIATES, REALTORS (219) 872-4000. www.merrionrealty.com EXECUTIVE GROUP CONDO ON PINE LAKE. 2BR, 2BA long term rental - $1000 a month. Please phone 269-6892 for more info. BEACH HOUSE – Beautifully rehabbed 4BR, 3BA home at Stop 30. Sleeps 8, lg. deck, sun porch w/frpl. and flat screen tv. Enjoy a short walk (1-1/2 blks.) to stop 30 beach. Avail. the weeks of July 21, July 28, Aug. 4, INDIANA DUNES 11, 18, 25. (Sat.-Sat. rental). Wkly. rental $1800. No pets or smokers. Please call Andy at 219-575-4120 to view this beach house!! LAKESHORE REALTY HOUSE WITH POOL 2-1/2 blks. from beach at Stop 31. 5BR, 2 decks, large yard. Beautiful, comfortable shabby chic feel. $2500/week. Call 505-920-0190. 219-762-9194 EXCLUSIVE DUNELAND BEACH JOHN LLOYD WRIGHT. At Stop 35 is the perfect place for a summer retreat. 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April in Paris by Michael Wall- being planned on them and the barber. ner, translated from the German by Can Roth stand by and watch this hap- John Cullen. pen? Of course not; although Chantel “ ‘Rue des Saussaies has lost a trans- disappears and Roth fears he has seen lator’…He said he’d do all he could to the last of her. get me back. I shouldn’t worry, he said; The story shifts gears and gains mo- my transfer would be only temporary.” mentum as events begin to unfold, It is 1943 and the war rages on in oc- events that will change Roth’s life for- cupied France. Our narrator is Coporal ever. Shortly after the unsuccessful raid, Roth, translator for the Wehrmacht. a bomb goes off in a local night club fre- His French is fl awless and therefore his quented by German offi cers. It just hap- services are useful to the conquering pens that Roth is there, too. Some are German army. His obvious reluctance killed, some are wounded, and Roth falls to go to this particular place in Paris is under suspicion of knowing beforehand because he knows he will be in a room the event would occur and he soon fi nds translating from French to German the words of himself in the same interrogation room he worked tortured prisoners. He knows the drill… as a translator, only this time he is the one answer- “Only translate expressions from the dictionary. ing the questions. Stare at the table. Never look anyone in the face. April in Paris gives the reader a personal look at Forget whatever they let you see. In the evening, an occuppied city and people who looked at each you’ll go to your hotel; in the morning, you’ll report other and wondered, was their neighbor a German for duty on time. Until they don’t need you anymore. collaborator or a Freedom Fighter? Staying neutral Then you’ll go back to your major, who doesn’t want was impossible. to do anything but enjoy the city and relish the role This is a love story about an unlikely couple who of the conqueror and leaves it to you to push arrows never would have met if not for the war. The ques- and numbers around and adorns your reports with tion is, can anything good come of their relation- his name. As long as you remain indispensable, he’ll ship? Can’t give away the bittersweet ending, but keep them from sending you into the real war.” I can tell you this is a different kind of love story Roth is in his early twenties and seems to be the that encompasses the best and worst that both con- antithesis of the bloodthirsty, brutal Nazis in most quered and conqueror can become. Highly recom- stories about World War II. He is just an average mended. young man whose plans to go to the university were Mars Needs Moms! by Berkeley Breathed cut short by his recruitment into the Army. Berkeley Breathed is the Pulitzer Prize winning Walking the streets of Paris, the suspicion and creator of Bloom County and Opus. I love this man! hatred of the people to the Nazis is painfully obvi- Now he has turned his talents toward the little ones, ous to Roth. One day he gets an idea to put on a ci- like the boy in this story, typical of little boys, who vilian suit and wander among the Parisians as one see their moms as slave drivers, “bellowing broccoli of them, even calling himself “Antoine”. After all, he bullies”, and “thundering, humorless tyrants.” What speaks the language like a native, and this way he Milo didn’t know was that men from Mars were look- can eat casually at the outdoor cafes, wander the ing down enviously at the children on Earth who book store and even get a hair cut in peace. But is had mothers, because they had none. A space trip this the only reason Roth does this? Perhaps there ride with his mother to the red planet shows Milo is some stronger inner subconscious desire to lose the truth about mothers and their unselfi sh love for his identity as one of those Germans who take such their chil- relish in torturing the French. Maybe he’s just an dren. The average Joe who hates all the killing. illustra- As luck would have it, “Antoine” meets a young tions will French girl outside her father’s bookstore and falls blow you in love. He follows Chantel around and fi nally even away! gets to meet her. But is she convinced he is Antoine, Till next a young man of Paris? Unfortunately for Roth/An- time, hap- toine, Chantel is a member of the French resistance py reading! which means that she is cautious and holds back her feelings for him…at fi rst. Roth fi nds out that Chantel and her father, the bookseller, are suspect- ed of being in the French resistance and a raid is THE May 3, 2007 Page 59

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