The Town Crier “The Voice of the Bay View Association“

Volume 20 – Issue 08 Friday July 13, 2012 Bay View, Michigan 49770

It’s Coming... Titanic The Musical: July 27 & 28

Next Weeks Lecture Series The Rev. Fred Shaw Chapter 6 to Perform in Bay View Discover the magic of listening to this story teller as the Rev. Fred Chapter 6 is a professional a cappella ensemble from Illinois and will be Shaw delivers his lectures’ theme: The performing Saturday, July 21. More on page 6. Culture and History of One American Indian Tribe, the Shawnee. A complete schedule of lectures is Good Food, National available on page 13. Good Friends Historic and Good Landmark Times! Turns 25! A celebration of Bay View’s Fun was had by all who attended National Historic Landmark the Bay View Annual Appreciation Night. Thank you to the volunteers, status to be held in Evelyn contributors and staff who helped Hall on July 16. make this event a success once again. Details on page 11. Photos on page 3.

www.bayviewassociation.org Page 2 The Town Crier Friday July 13, 2012 Four Weeks of Fun and Recreation Tennis Results The A/B Mixed Doubles for All! Tournament was played at the Lakes By Marshall Dunlap, Director of Following his presentation, there Courts in Bay View this weekend. Recreation will be a brief, animated children’s Winners in the A Division were: It is hard to believe that by the time movie, which should end about 8:30 Mary Ringwalt and Matt Helm who you read these words, we will already p.m.. Then, our annual Ernie Gray defeated Sara and Monte Smith, 6/3, have completed half of the season in Olympics will be on Friday, July 20 6/2. In the B Division, Jane and Matt Bay View Recreation. While it will be beginning shortly after 1 p.m., lasting Austin defeated Larry Dunlap and some time before we can reflect on the until about 3:30. This year, Tot Lot Kendra Manning, 6/3, 4/6,6/3. whole season, and know in detail how will be open from 1-3 on Olympics things compared to previous years, day, so that you do not need to worry some things are already clear: about them wandering onto the track • Bay View campers are as welcoming while you watch your older ones as can be, as reported by many new compete. children enrolled for the first time Looking even further forward, the this summer and having a great Boys and Girls Club Carnival will experience. occur on Friday, July 27 – and we are • The All Day Option is a hit! Though trying to work out a special presen- still quite under-utilized, the few tation by Herman Weaver later that families who have tried it say it is afternoon, for Rec Staff. Herman was In this photo: Winners Matt and, great! the punter for the Detroit Lions for mother, Jane Austin, Runners-up, • The new afternoon schedule is wild- many years, and will be the speaker for Larry Dunlap and Kendra Manning ly popular, and families enjoy hav- this year’s Men’s Retreat on Saturday. ing a real lunch hour, avoiding the We are grateful to Rob Zetterberg for rush from previous years. making arrangements for the staff to • Third week numbers at both Tot have their own time with Mr. Weaver. Lot and Fawns are at near record Campers of the Week levels! 40 campers were registered For the third week of the season, at Tot Lot, and 49 were registered the following persons were named at Fawns! Not since the Bay View campers of the week: Centennial and US Bicentennial • Antelopes: Christian Gray and (1975-1976) have we had so many In this photo, left to right: Winners, registered. Campbell Hauschild Mary Ringwalt and Matt Helm, Looking forward... • Bunnies: Amelia Berles Dave Berles, tournament official Next week there are two special • Cubs: Johnny VanLeuven and Runners-up, Sara and Monte Smith opportunities outside of normal club • Chippies: Genna Peters times. First, on Monday night at Men’s Wednesday Evening • Wolves: Patrick Collins 7:00 p.m., Rev. Fred Shaw will give Doubles Match a special presentation designed espe- • Skunks: Emma Hauschild cially for children on Campus, from • Bears: Zach Peters the Speaker’s Stand. In case of rain, • Squirrels: Shannon Whitmer he will speak in the Auditorium.

A Reminder of the Harlem Globetrotters Skills Clinic: Thursday, August 2 the Fawns and Boys and Girls Club will experience a skills clinic at the outdoor basketball court, led by the current Globetrotters team. All campers registered at Club that week will just pay $5 over the regular club fee for their clinic that morning. Jim Berles vs 1st yr. leader John Hoenig defeated Marv Kiesewetter & Paul Tomey 6-3 6-3 www.bayviewassociation.org Friday July 13, 2012 The Town Crier Page 3 Education Notes Nature and Asbury By Toby Jones, Education Director History on the International University of Michigan Foot- Memorial Trail Film Festival ball Legend and NFL Great to Woods Walk #2, July 17 The 2012 International Film Speak in BV on July 21! Please join our trail guide, Burt Festival will continue next, Monday, Atkinson, on the second Woods July 16th, with the British film A On Saturday morning, July 21 Walk of the season as he leads you Dangerous Method, directed by David from 9 to 10:30 a.m., the Bay View on the newest trail in the woods, Cronenberg. This provocative mind- Education program welcomes Jon The Memorial Trail. Natural fea- bending biopic from the book by Jansen to the Bay View campus for a tures along this lovely trail will be John Kerr, stars Keira Knightley, and talk on “Big Ten Football: Present and pointed out and you will learn why Michel Fassbender. Future.” the names Maxson, Oppenheimer, The film series is made possible by Jansen started on Michigan’s last Kohn and Gilbert are so important the Bay View Education Committee national championship football team to the preservation and interpreta- and although there is no charge in 1997 before going on to a twelve- tion of your Bay View woods. for the films, donations are greatly year career as a starter in the NFL. We will meet at the entrance to appreciated. Jansen now works as a football ana- the Gateway Trail, Knapp Avenue, at lyst and commentator for the Big 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, the 17th. The Ten Network. To attend this amazing walk will last approximately 1 hour. one-time class, register on-line at bayviewassociation.org under Education Annual Appreciation Night Dinner and Good Lovelies Performance Seminars. The cost is $15 for Bay View members and $20 for guests. There are still a few spots in Catherine Carey’s second session Watercolor Sketchbook Journal class. Additionally, we have room for you in Exploring the Bay View Archives, Plato’s Enduring Puzzles, and our crafts course on Beaded Leather Wrap Bracelets. Finally, this Friday, July20, help raise funds for Bay View Education by attending a terrific jazz jam session at Loud Hall, featuring Larry Washburn and friends from 5 to 6:30 p.m.. All Education opportunities can be accessed and signed up for at our constantly improving on-line registration website at bayviewassociation.org. If you have any questions or problems, just call the Education office at 439- 9243.

www.bayviewassociation.org Page 4 The Town Crier Friday July 13, 2012 Annual New Development Director Hired Bay View has a new face among its “I think it’s important for genera- Meeting Voting employees this summer. Kay Flavin tions to pass on to the next generation has recently joined the staff, fill- their values, their faith, their morals Guidelines 2012 ing the newly created position of and their knowledge,” Flavin said. • A voter may request an absentee bal- Develop.m.ent Director. With a strong background in geron- lot “at the time after the list of can- A seasoned development officer, tology, Flavin has a great appreciation didates is posted and up to 3 p.m., Flavin has an impressive career in for multi-generational relationships, Friday, the day before the annual successfully raising money for non- and she sees how Bay View is a bas- meeting.” By-law #70 profit organizations. She brings with tion of generational relationships and • A voter may fax the absentee bal- her many years of experience in solici- families. She loves the “richness in lot request form to the Bay View tation of prospects, donor cultivation, the intergenerational relationships” in Business Office. Ballots must be annual program development, as well Bay View and northern Michigan. mailed by post (no email or fax). as estate planning and donor rela- Flavin began coming north in col- • A voter may take an absentee ballot tions. She has worked for the Detroit lege when her sorority sister from request form for another leaseholder Literacy Coalition, Wayne State Ferris State University invited her to by printing the name of the voter University for 10 years, and served stay at her grandmother’s house in that the form is designed for and by as the Director of Develop.m.ent at Good Hart. Flavin graduated from singing the form with the notation the Institute of Gerontology raising Ferris with her Associate of Arts “taken by.” money for research in aging. Most degree. She went on to receive a • Voting by proxy is not allowed. recently, Flavin worked for the Inland Bachelor’s degree of Science from • Absentee ballot requests can be Lakes School District as a paraprofes- Western Michigan University in made until 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 3, sional working directly with autistic Kalamazoo. She has a graduate certifi- 2012, the day before the election, students. cate in Gerontology from Wayne State according to Bay View Association’s University, and a Masters degree of by-law #70. “I have a passion for northern Michigan,” Flavin said. “I love every- Interdisciplinary Studies from Wayne thing about it, the warmth of the peo- State. She was an English major and Strategic ple and the beauty of the outdoors.” has taught Marketing for nonprofits to both undergraduate and graduate One of Flavin’s goals for many students. Planning Survey years was to be able to live in the area Flavin has four children; three sons The Bay View Association’s cur- and enjoy all that northern Michigan and a daughter; five grandchildren rent strategic plan is scheduled to be has to offer year round. She is thrilled and is expecting a sixth in September. complete at the end of this fiscal year and honored to be involved with Bay Her children live far and wide, from and the BV Board of Trustees is devel- View and to be living here. San Diego, California; to Idaho to oping a new 3-year plan. In an effort “I’ve worked in nonprofits my Wisconsin and one in Lake Orion, to build a solid understanding of Bay entire career, raising money for peo- Michigan. View’s current situation to inform this ple in need,” Flavin said. process, the Board of Trustees asks all In raising her four children, she members to complete a short, online tried to instill in them how blessed survey with a range of demographic they were and that they have a respon- and open-ended questions. The sur- sibility to give back to their communi- vey link will be sent via the BV email ties. Flavin has worked for nonprofit list and will be available on the home organizations affiliated with educa- page of the Bay View website, www. tion, the health industry, unemployed bayviewassociation.org. and underemployed agencies, and the To meet the ambitious planning aging. The values and ideals of Bay schedule, the survey will only be View fit together with her own, she active from Friday, July 13 through says. Kay Flavin, Development Director Friday, July 20. Member input is vital 231-347-6225 ext. 2234 to the strategic planning process! [email protected] www.bayviewassociation.org Friday July 13, 2012 The Town Crier Page 5

other than those which are used to 2nd Annual Prayer Breakfast Annual thin the blood. Sponsored by the Bay View Men Persons with diabetes or high and Women’s Bible Studies, will be Women’s blood pressure are considered healthy held July 28th at the Terrace Inn at if the condition is being treated and 8 a.m. Our featured speaker will be Council Blood is under control. Healthy means that Herman (Thunderfoot) Weaver, an the donor feels well and can perform 11-year veteran of the NFL (Detroit normal activities. Blood can be donat- Drive - July 25 Lions and Seattle Seahawks). Herman ed every eight weeks. The Annual Women’s Council brings an entertaining message of Blood Drive in memory of Joyce Bailey Donors this summer will be entered hope and faith. Tickets can be pur- Jones and in cooperation with the in a drawing for a $250 Meijer grocery chased at the Bay View Box Office, American Red Cross is scheduled for card or a $125 Meijer gas card. Please the Gathering Post or by calling Rob Wednesday, July 25. remember to donate on July 25! Zetterberg at (231) 439-5084. Joyce was a long-time Bay View member and cottager who was fatally Campus Club Father-Daughter Breakfast a injured in an auto accident in 2001. Great Success The Blood Drive will be held Invitation from 9:30 a.m. until 3:15 p.m. at On July 3, a group of fathers and The Bay View Campus Club would the Women’s Council Building on their adult daughters and daughters- like to invite you to come to their the Bay View Association campus. in-law gathered at the Terrace Inn for bake sale booth at the “Treasure in Appointments can be made on-line a light breakfast and heavy laughter the Trees” on Saturday, July 14, 2012. at www.redcrossblood.org spon- (who knew 32 people could make Campus Club members will be selling sor code is Bay View or by calling such noise?). a variety of tasty items to satisfy any Jan McDermott at 439-6096; walk-in sweet tooth. After covering the cost of the donors are also welcome. breakfast, a $100 donation was made The proceeds will be used to help We need help with setting up and to Bay View. John McIntosh and Ric the Campus Club provide money running the Blood Drive as well as Loyd organized a great first event, to the Bay View Arts Scholarship providing cookies, cheese and crack- destined to become an annual one. Program and Manna, an organiza- ers, and juice and water for our tion that provides needy local fami- donors; call Jan at 439-6096 or Ellen lies with food. Last year the Campus Liestenfeltz at 989-506-6203 if you Special Committee on Club donated approximately $4,000 could help with those needs. Please to Manna. Membership remember that a photo ID or Red The Bay View Campus Club build- The Special Committee on Cross Donor Card is required to Membership Issues met on July 2 and donate. ing is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. The Campus Club has an July 5, continuing to work on a broad Donors are encouraged to drink open membership which invites Bay process around membership. We are plenty of water the day prior to and View members as well as non-Bay addressing what we might ask pro- the day of donation; if it is unusually View members to join the club. spective members to learn about Bay warm, be sure to increase fluid intake. View’s mission, history, and traditions The Bay View Campus Club has Eating red meats and raisins, turkey prior to the application process, what weekly speakers on Tuesday eve- and other iron rich foods is also help- the membership application process nings and recreational activities on its ful in attaining a hemoglobin level itself would look like, how we can grounds during the Bay View season. satisfactory for donating. create a system to keep members more The Campus Club also has pre-season Donors must be at least 17 years fully involved in and committed to and post-season potlucks. old, weigh at least 110 lbs. and be Bay View through the years. We have in good general health. There is no To learn more about the Bay View created a broad outline, and will con- upper age limit as long as one is in Campus Club, go to www.bayview- tinue working on the development of good health. Most medications do campusclub.org. the process in the coming weeks. not disqualify one for blood donation – Barb Stonewater, Committee Chair

www.bayviewassociation.org Page 6 The Town Crier Friday July 13, 2012 Accessories and Chapter 6 Brings Male A Cappella Props Needed Hits to Bay View Dear Bay View Association Having been awarded the 2012 Championship of Collegiate A Members, Contemporary A Cappella Recording Cappella (2001) and The National We are so grateful for the outpour- Award for "Best Jazz Album," Chapter Harmony Sweepstakes (2004). ing of help we have received from the 6 is a six man vocal ensemble whose Chapter 6 was featured on American Bay View Community. So many of music runs the gamut from clever Idol Season 7 in conjunction with you have come forth and offered to originals to intricate covers of well- bandmate Luke Menard’s “Top 16” help we thought we would organize known songs from the 60’s to today’s run. The musicians wasted no time our efforts and make known all the music. The vocalists will perform at in commencing the vocal fireworks, items we still need for the production Bay View Music Festival on Saturday launching a jazzy versions of songs performing on July 27th and 28th. July 21 as part of the pops series. made popular by artists including The following items of furniture, sce- The performance will take place at 8 Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, nic accessories and props are still p.m. in the recently renovated Hall Stevie Wonder, Eric Clapton, and needed: Auditorium. more. Enjoyable to audiences of all ages and all music tastes, Chapter 6 • Miscellaneous Luggage (period: Composed of six vocalists and one arranger, Chapter 6 is the only vocal is a perfect addition to the 2012 Bay leather of carpet) View Music Festival season. • Telegraphy Key & period head set ensemble to win both the International (1912) • Writing or Roll top desk • Tea Cart with functioning wheels Watch out for Flying Carpets! (antique looking) Bay View Youth Theater is proud There will be singing and dancing and • Silver Plated Trays/ Magnetic to present their production of Aladdin lots of fun for everyone. Admission is • Shovels (3) this Saturday and Sunday at 4 p.m. free, but donations are accepted at the • 10 matching dinner chairs (Louis in Voorhies Hall. This is their biggest door to support this flourishing pro- XV fauteuil, or upholstered seat/ production yet with 55 children (ages gram. Doors open at 3:30 p.m. Hope no arm rests) 5-14) acting on the stage. And keep- to see you there! • Opulent Candelabras (2) ing with tradition, director Theresa • Period Desk Lamp (1912) Harrington has encouraged older • Card Table, felt topped kids to take on choreography, stage • Upholstered Armchairs (6) management and assistant directing. • Brandy or other glass decanter • Large Silver or Glass Ashtray • Small Cafe style table lamp • Teacup Set (tea cup, silver spoon, saucer) (10) • Matching Teapot Our props master, Chris Ringeisen, can be reached by e-mail at cringeisen@ gmail.com or you may call me at (832) 638-6653, and we will come around to collect these items from you. For any other questions you can e-mail the Titanic production team at [email protected]. Gratefully yours, Sarah Stone

Titanic, Stage Director Photographer: Sheri Schroeder www.bayviewassociation.org Friday July 13, 2012 The Town Crier Page 7 Tunes & Tots Begins July 18 in Evelyn Hall Looking for a fun and relaxed ing fun percussion instruments, and space to experience the joy of music improvising simple movements. The with your little ones? Join us for program is fun and interactive, and "Tunes & Tots" on Wednesday, July a kid-friendly lunch will be provided 18th at 11:30 a.m. in Evelyn Hall. The starting at 11:15. first in a four-week series for ages 4 "Tunes & Tots" will be led by Sara and under, this class will be an oppor- Fraker, oboe faculty at the Bay View tunity to explore music through sing- Music Festival. In addition to per- ing, movement, instruments, chant- forming concerts as ing, and play. principal oboist of the Babies and young children are Tucson Symphony, enchanted by rhythms, melodies, and Sara enjoys teach- the sound of their loved ones' voices. ing music to For this reason, singing and playing young children. music as a family can be a wonderful She especially bonding experience. Music nurtures adores singing the development of growing minds silly songs with and is also an indispensable parenting her 10 month tool for use at nap time, chore time, old son Ethan. Sara Fraker’s son Ethan with his car time, or any time! drum on the lawn at Epworth Hall. We will be recalling familiar songs, learning some new ones, discover- Petoskey Steel Drum Band Trio Performs at the Bay View Library More than 75 kids plus parents and grandparents enjoyed the music of Petoskey High School's steel drum band on Saturday, July 7. All the kids had a chance to participate with many kinds of instruments – a great time was had by all! The performance was part of the new “Read Around the World” kids’ summer reading program sponsored by the Bay View Library and the Morning Council. Throughout July, kids can get their own reading passport, earn prizes as they reach reading goals, and attend special Saturday morning events. Next week come see us again for part two of the program and remember to pick up your passports at the library. For more information, contact the BV library at 347-6393. www.bayviewassociation.org Page 8 The Town Crier Friday July 13, 2012 Beach Side Performance of Award Chamber Music Winning Folk Band: Blind Pilot Series: Don’t you love when the music teners at small-town venues. The band notes floating around Bay View’s cam- now exists as a 6-piece ensemble, fea- A Night at the pus make their way down to the turing fellow Oregonians Luke Ydstie waterfront? If you have never experi- (upright bass, backing vocals), Kati MET enced this or can’t wait for more, now Claborn (banjo, dulcimer, backing On Wednesday, July 18, A Night is your chance! Sunday July 22nd the vocals), Ian Krist (vibraphones) and at the MET will be presented on the Indie Folk band Blind Pilot hailing Dave Jorgensen (keyboards, trumpet). stage of Hall Auditorium, featuring from Portland, Oregon will share their In the years since its inception, the popular and soaring moments form peaceful songs with our community band has toured with various world- the operatic stage. This themed con- at the Bay View beach from 5-8 p.m.. renowned musicians including The cert brings the Bay View voice faculty The 2012 tour premiers their sopho- Decemberists, The Shins, Andrew together to present the kind of mate- more album We Are The Tide, which Bird, and Dave Matthews Band. While rial upon which these internation- follows the band’s grassroots break- also appearing at Sasquatch! Music ally acclaimed performing artists have out debut, 3 Rounds and a Sound, Festival, Lollapalooza, Austin City made their career. The concert begins which has sold over 65,000 units to Limits, the Outside Lands Music & at 8 p.m. and is a jam-packed evening date and was featured in NPR’s “Best Arts Festival, Bonnaroo, the Newport of solos, duos, and ensembles. Music of 2008” roundup. We Are The Folk Fesitval and The Late Show with The concert begins with the father Tide was recorded at Type Foundry David Letterman. Thanks to Stu Smith, of Italian verismo opera, Giuseppe in Portland, OR during the spring of Red Light Management, for organiz- Verdi, in a duet for soprano and tenor, 2011; the new album was produced ing another concert for our communi- joined by violin solo. This will feature by the band and Skyler Norwood ty to enjoy, past shows include David Risa Renae Harman, Jeffrey Picon, and mixed by Tucker Martine (The McMillin and The Punch Brothers, and Wanchi Huang, accompanied by Decemberists, My Morning Jacket). this one is not to be missed! longtime opera coach at Cincinnati Blind Pilot began in 2007 when Visit Blind Pilot’s website: College Conservatory of Music faculty founders Israel Nebeker (vocals, gui- www.blindpilot.com artist Kelly Hale, who has been at Bay tar) and drummer Ryan Dorbrowski View for over three decades. embarked on a West Coast bicycle Showing the breadth of opera com- tour playing mostly to unfamiliar lis- position over 200 years early than the Verdi as well as artist versatility, the aria “When I Am Laid in Earth” from Henry Purcell’s epic Dido and Aeneas will be performed by Mezzo Soprano Buffy Baggott. Having made his debut at Bay View in the opening of this concert, operatic bass Brian Banion will then return to the stage in a well-known duet from Samson and Delilah, the opera based on the Biblical story. Other duets, arias, and perhaps one of the most popular ensemble pieces from the operatic canon will round out the program. We look forward to seeing you there!

www.bayviewassociation.org Friday July 13, 2012 The Town Crier Page 9 Historic Curtain Renovation Unveiled By Mary Jane Doerr In the early summer of 1915 as John M. Hall Auditorium was being completed by C. J. Place of Petoskey, a 52 x 19 foot hand painted grand drape arrived at Bay View. The scene was probably a generic one but closely resembled a view of Little Traverse Bay from Menonaqua Beach. Nobody knew anything about the drape, where it came from, who painted it, or who paid for it. Hall had died the previous December and, apparently, had purchased it for the new auditorium. For nearly a century the curtain has hung in the presidium of the auditorium. Conjecture is that when the blue curtain was installed in the 1930’s, the grand drape was moved cation of a consolidator to stabilize to complete the work. Their efforts back and permanently damaged by the entire painting. Liza Lee Collins reduced the cost of the entire project being folded on one side making the worked with Howard for an entire day to less than half of what it would have scene uneven. Further damage was wearing masks and protective cloth- been otherwise. Nearly 75% of the done a number of years ago when it ing and working on scaffolding. After cost has been paid but funding for was taken down to paint the audito- that Howard instructed everyone on the remaining $4,000 is still needed. rium. the methods of in-painting the dam- For everyone involved this has been aged areas of the scene to improve a very special time working together Two years ago the Historic the image’s appearance. The results and the results are well worth the hard Awareness Committee agreed to help amazed everyone. work. Now at performances at Hall support the renovation of this antique Research on the painter “Web Auditorium, all can enjoy another in keeping with the rejuvenation of treasure of our rich historical heritage. auditorium. Sale of the book “Bay Hidon” has yielded nothing but con- View, An American Idea” helped pay tact with conservators of curtain col- some costs. Generous donors have lections in Vermont and Iowa indi- also helped defray costs. cates that the Bay View curtain is probably the largest theatre curtain Last September Howard Sutcliffe, remaining in the country and proba- Textile Conservator at the Detroit bly one of the first to be restored. At a Institute of Arts, came to Bay View for professional meeting this fall Howard 10 days and worked with volunteers will be presenting the methods used to clean the curtain, patch the holes, in the process to other professionals and rehang and straighten it. The from all over the country. work was hard, demanded long hours and required some volunteers to work Volunteers include Liza Lee Collins, on the second level of the scaffolding Julie Collins, Rose Crandall, Barbara or on ladders with vacuums on their Leonard, Lisa Loyd, Regina Russell, backs. Jim Burt was always present to Peggy Lewis, Mary Jane Doerr, Lenoir assemble any needed equipment. Stanley, John Stanley, Norm Wells, Sue Ternan, Sue Hufford, Peggy Child Sutcliffe returned in May for Smith, Jim Burt, David Krause, and another week to complete the project. Joe Higgins who put in an impres- At this time he supervised the appli- sive total of 381 of the 517 hours

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is never easy. It is usually carried out Historic Trolley Rides Again during the night uncover of darkness and in the early morning hours. In an Downtown Petoskey received the through the month of August, from effort to curb this recent outbreak we donation of Stafford’s historic trolley downtown Petoskey to Voorhies Hall. are asking for your help. and is now offering free rides to shop- A shorter schedule may be designed The breaking and entering’s this pers and guests in Petoskey’s down- for the fall months. The route will be winter were halted because a snow town area. on downtown streets and there will plow driver observed a suspicious per- This spring local business and be loops to Bay View and the water- son at 2 in the morning and phoned property owner, Craig Bell, owner front, all for the purpose of fun and the police. In reality that is the way of Ciao Bella! Garden and Home to bring people to the downtown dis- most crimes are solved, a little luck and Ward Gallery, approached the trict. Trolley stops will be posted at and a person who sees something Downtown Management Board with the gazebo on Lake Street, at the Perry and is willing to get involved. The a request to run a test market on a Hotel, at Crooked Tree Arts Center, recent acts have taken place on boats rubber wheeled trolley that would at Voorhies Hall in Bay View, and at at the waterfront; on Campus at Loud operate in the downtown streets and the Petoskey Marina. The trolley will Hall; the Campus Club Restrooms; the out to Bay View and the waterfront. depart from the Perry Hotel at approx- pedestrian walkway; and a cottage on Bell dreamed of this amenity for many imately quarter past the hour and will Moss. years. His request lit a spark, which depart from Bay View at approximate- If you hear or see anything late led to Stafford’s Hospitality offering ly half past the hour (except between at night call 911 and have the police to donate their historic road trolley to five and six in the evening). make a check. Remember, you don’t the Downtown Management Board. “The goal is to be able to give always have to have a full description The trolley began running the streets people an idea of when to expect the of a person or license plate number this past weekend. trolley to be there so that they can to make a report. Any information Plans to operate the trolley include make plans,” said Becky Goodman, can be helpful in aiding in locating free rides for passengers. Hours of Downtown Director. “This is not the and identifying suspects. Should you operation will be from Noon to 9 p.m. kind of trolley service that you will call the police be prepared to provide on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays; be able to set your watch by. Riders your: name, address and phone num- and from Noon to 4 p.m. on Sundays should expect to relax and enjoy the ber. Your contact information will be ride. This service is meant to be required if they need to follow-up or something fun to do and also to call back for additional facts. make your trip to Petoskey even more On Wednesday evening a student memorable”. car in the Crist parking lot was painted with crude symbols. The paint used was soluble so the owner was Vandalism in able to clean the vehicle, although she was subjected to the unseemly writ- Bay View ing. A witness saw several teens by the car; they ran to a black Cadillac Over the course of the past few Escalade. weeks Bay View has been the unfor- tunate recipient of targeted vandalism. These acts are disconcerting and frustrating when they are seem- Please call the office ingly pointless and without reason. at 231-347-6225 if you However, some recent actions may be directed at a specific member for no have any information apparent reason other than disagree- regarding this vehicle ment. Stopping activity of this type and or persons.

www.bayviewassociation.org Friday July 13, 2012 The Town Crier Page 11 Let’s Celebrate! National Historic Landmark Turns 25 New National By Betsy Loyd Harvey camp meeting and the Independent Historic Flag We’re having a 25th birthday Chautauqua. Bay View constitutes an party! This year, we celebrate the 25th extraordinary well-executed and pre- To commemorate the 25th anniversary of Bay View’s National served Victorian community. Bay National Historic Landmark anniver- Historic Landmark status. On July 16 View is pre-eminent for retaining its sary, the Historic Awareness commit- at 7:30 in Evelyn Hall, the Historic complete historic fabric and remain- tee is selling a new yellow flag based Awareness Committee has organized ing true to its original purpose. It is on the design of the original flag sold a program and party. Come have cake, a resilient, vigorous summer com- at the time that Bay View first became and learn more about the National munity with a century old continuity a National Historic Landmark. Historic Landmark program and how of religion, culture, education, and The flag measures 3 x 5 feet and it helps make Bay View so special. recreation.” includes grommets for hanging. Flags “Bay View National Historic As part of the celebration of the are $66 (includes tax) and can be pur- Landmark: 25 Years’ Sterling 25th National Historic Landmark chased by contacting Beth Ann Marsh Commitment” will feature Martha anniversary, the Historic Awareness (348-1136 or beth.ann.marsh@gmail. MacFarlane Faes, Deputy State Historic Committee is selling flags based on com). Preservation Office in the Michigan the original design of flags sold when The new flag as well as other Bay State Historic Preservation Office, and Bay View first became a National View items will also be available for Dena Sanford, Architectural Historian Historic Landmark; more informa- purchase at the Historic Awareness for the National Park Service Midwest tion about this project can be found committee booth during Treasure in Regional Office. This Midwest elsewhere in the Town Crier or at the the Trees. Regional Office provides professional committee’s booth at Treasures in the and technical assistance to National Trees. Proceeds from the sale of the flags Historic Landmark owners and stew- are used to sponsor various Bay View ards, and administers the National and Historic Awareness projects and Historic Landmark program for the programs. six states in its region, including Michigan. Our Landmark status is something only two other chautauquas have achieved, the Colorado Chautauqua in Boulder, and the Chautauqua Institution. At the time it was desig- nated, Bay View was one of only 1828 properties in the country with that level. The Historic Landmark program “focuses attention on places of excep- tional value to the nation as a whole, by recognizing and promoting the preservation efforts of private organizations, individuals, and government agencies.” Bay View was approved as a Historic Landmark in 1987 because, “It is one of the finest remaining examples of two uniquely American community forms, the Methodist

www.bayviewassociation.org Page 12 The Town Crier Friday July 13, 2012 Reflections of Bay View Wings of A Twenty-Something’s Perspective I hear the gravel crunch under the to read when you want to be alone. It Wonder come car wheels and I sit up; exhausted even helps you leave, knowing that it from a week of work and a day of will always be there, hot dog roast and to the Bay View complicated travel. At 24 years old, all, when you return. That being said, I arrive tense, constantly checking the first summer I started working Library my phone for work emails, my mind and couldn’t come up, I was miser- obsessed with the unfulfilled needs of able and, still today, I throw a big pity Meet the owls, hawks and other a boss who doesn’t understand what party for myself when I depart. And raptor’s from the Wings of Wonder Bay View is. Then, about ten minutes I know I’m not alone, as late night Rehabilitation Center at the Bay View after my arrival in Bay View, I find I’m cottage discussions frequently turn to Library on Saturday, July 14th at no longer tired, as excitement con- how we can maintain careers and still 10:00 a.m. Naturalist Rebecca Lessard sumes me. In a half hour, I’ve forgot- be up all summer. Perhaps one day will introduce these beautiful birds at ten about the meetings I had earlier our dreams will be a reality, but for this exciting nature program for kids in the morning and the annoyed tone now, us 20-somethings, have to rely ages 3-12. my boss used with me when I said on the abundant memories of past This is a free event and library goodbye. In two hours, my phone is summers and start the countdown volunteers will be collecting non- hidden somewhere in my room, disre- that much earlier to the next Bay View perishable food items for the Manna garded. 24 hours later, as I throw on season. Mostly, we wish we became Food Project. gym shorts and a Bay View sweatshirt, teachers. This event is part of the "Read I don’t remember that I have a job Around the World" kids' summer because I’m pretty sure I’m 18 again. This article and others reading program sponsored by the It’s the best kind of magic, absolute Bay View Library and the Morning freedom, my mind wiped blissfully can also be read online Council. Throughout July, kids can clean of all that comes from being the at: www.bayviewblogs.org. get their own reading passport, earn low man on the totem poll at work. I If you or know someone prizes as they reach reading goals, realized that Bay View is the kind of who would like to be a and attend special Saturday morning place that becomes whatever you need events. For more information, con- it to be; a great job when you’re in guest blogger for Bay tact the BV library at 347-6393. college, a responsibility escape when View, please email blog@ you’re working, an activity paradise bayviewassociation.org. when you have a family, a quiet place

A Snowy Owl successfully recovers at the Wings of Wonder Pictured in the front row, wearing a purple dress: our guest blogger Kailin Rehabilitation Center. Photo: Vandevelde and Bay View friends. wingsofwonder.blogspot.com www.bayviewassociation.org Friday July 13, 2012 The Town Crier Page 13 The Bishop Emerson and Jane Behind the Colaw Lectures; Scenes Delivered by the Rev. Fred Shaw On Thursday, July 19, Behind “When you arise in the morning, 22-28; Gospel Lesson: John 10: 11-16 the Scenes welcomes Flutist give thanks for the morning light, for His lectures’ theme for the week Donna Shin. your life and strength. Give thanks is The Culture and History of One Everyone wants to play the Flute, for your food, and the joy of living. If American Indian Tribe, the Shawnee. and here in Bay View we have been you see no reason for giving thanks, Join him for these discussions from treated to some wonderful flute per- the fault lies with yourself.” 10-11 a.m. in Voorhies Hall. formances this summer! Come to Tecumeseh Shawnee Chief • Monday: The Shawnee Testament the Evelyn Landing Pad for the first The Bay View Association will of three Behind the Scenes sessions • Tuesday: The Shawnee Testament on Thursday, July 19, 11:30 a.m., welcome the Reverend Fred Shaw, a Continued noted expert storyteller who examines where you will meet Donna Shin, • Wednesday: American Indians many things including his Shawnee Faculty Flutist with the Bay View and the Church culture, 18th and 19th century Music Festival. U.S. history, and American Indian • Thursday: Thanksgiving and Donna will share with you all the spiritualities. He is a retired United Praise as God’s Children things that a person needs to do to Methodist pastor and a summa cum play the flute, and she will share what laude and Phi Beta Kappa graduate her Session II Conservatory Flute of Ohio University and a graduate of Quartet is working on. the Methodist Theological School in Behind the Scenes sessions are free Delaware, Ohio. A lifelong explorer of and open to inquisitive minds of all knowledge and the spiritual journey, ages and will be held this summer on the Reverend Shaw currently co-chairs three Thursdays – July 19, July 26 and a 10-state group of American Indian August 2. leaders who work with spiritual and Coordinator Jill Marderness invites physical needs of American Indian you to meet a special guest at each people. He and his wife Nancy session and learn more about what have a son and daughter, and four happens “Behind the Scenes” at the grandchildren. Bay View Music Festival! The Reverend Shaw’s sermon this Sunday will be The Same God Loves Us All, and the corresponding scripture can be found in Hebrew Testament: Job 12:7-10; Epistle Lesson: Acts 17:

Spiritual Practices Group Our group continues to walk the planning calendar that on Tuesday, Photo: Donna Shin is in concert labyrinth through July! July 24, we will meet at the Petoskey at the university of Washington, Join us every Tuesday at 7:30 for Public Library to walk their beautiful Brechemin Auditorium. You can ancient spiritual practices. Rev. Toby urban labyrinth. All other Tuesdays read all about Donna Shin at www. Jones leads us in these contemplative, we convene at Crouse Chapel here in bayviewfestival.org silent, and peace producing rituals, Bay View. The discipline we will be and everyone is welcome to join us at exploring and practicing during the Crouse Chapel. Please note on your Tuesday’s August will be The Jesus Prayer. www.bayviewassociation.org Page 14 The Town Crier Friday July 13, 2012 Third Annual Bay View Open is a Huge Hit On Thursday July 5, over 40 Bay a great event with wonderful friends." promising weather at the Ernie Gray View golfers participated in the Third The winner of the Founders Trophy Clubhouse. Annual Bay View Open (BVO) at the was Dave Stuber. The Founders The BVO host Committee of beautiful True North Golf Course in Trophy is an award given to the Bay Mike Davis, Joe Schmuckler, Doug Harbor Springs. This year the BVO View golfer that best represents the VandeVelde and Brooks McGee spe- raised a record spirit and values of Bay View and the cifically wanted to thank all the par- $3,000 for specific needs of the BVO. It is the highest award given at ticipants, including Toby Jones, who Boys and Girls Club of Bay View. the BVO. "It is truly humbling to win donated 100 % of his tip money "What started as an idea among four such a distinguished award," stated earned that night while playing at the friends on a porch has really grown Dave. Noggin Room to the BVO. Toby's into something special," Mike Davis The winning foursome of the third generosity is what makes the BVO said, one of the founding members. annual event was Pat Killeen, Joe special. The host committee was truly "It's all about the kids." Schmuckler, Kiki Ford and Jeff Jones. humbled by the generous spirit of all The overall winner of the BVO in But all participants were winners as involved . 2012 was Pat Killeen. Pat received the they contributed to a great cause that The BVO long range planning Champions Trophy as well as the cov- has donated in the past such items as committee is already hard at work on eted Melon Jacket in a symbolic post the basketball hoops (being used by the fourth annual Bay View Open to BVO ceremony that reminded some the Harlem Globetrotters later this be held close to July 4th 2013. It will of the Master's fabled green jacket summer), as well as a tent that will another wonderful event and all Bay ceremony. "I am proud to be part of be delivered also this summer that View golfers are invited to participate. the Bay View Open," stated Pat ." It is will provide real relief during uncom- 4th of July Parade Need a Lift? Donated by Noranette Lear, the ‘Lear Jetty’ is available for all people needed assistance getting around campus. Available for Sunday and Wednesday concerts. Please call Bill Tomkinson , your friendly driver to make arrangements: 347- 0375.

Every year the Bay View Parade gets bigger and better. This year was no exception. A huge thank-you goes out to the Board of Trustees, the flag bearer, the leaders of the pledge of Allegiance, the Fawns and their lead- Bill has been providing this service ers, the "Specialty" car owners, the Titanic actors, Conservatory students, for 8 years. Sled dogs, Bear Creek Township (Fire Trucks), and THE WONDERFUL BAY VIEW AUDIANCE! (who did I miss?) See you next year. Ric Loyd

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5th: Ron Kepner – 17:05 The Gathering Sailing Scoop 6th: Larry Kepner- 17:51 Post: "There is nothing – absolutely "Double Trouble" A Unique Gift Destination nothing – half so much worth doing 1st: Jack Rosacker*, Alex Potts – as simply messing about in boats." 17:27 When you’re thinking about gifts, Kenneth Grahame – The Wind in 2nd: Erin Schloff*, Elizabeth come and see us! Last week a young the Willows Lupinacci – 18:46 girl selected a special brightly painted Eighteen sailors "messed around 3rd: Evelyn Schloff*, Joe Lupinacci stone with MSU on it for her Dad, a in boats" last Saturday during the 2nd – 21:59 couple chose 3 packages of note cards week of our 2012 season. The winds "Triple or Nothin’ " to use for thank you notes from our increased gradually throughout the card rack, and another couple selected afternoon allowing for 3 fast races. 1st: Jim Koschnick*, Caroline a Bay View print for friends who had We had our share of boat bumps, Potts, Leo Tuttle just purchased a new cottage. over-turns, and mystery people cross- Race #3 Several grandparents chose neck- ing the finish line….but a good time "Single(s) Again" laces and books for their grandchil- was had by all. Our thanks to Susan 1st: Charlie Schloff – 14:29 dren, and some of our books are on Schloff, Jane George, Eric Potts, and their way to favorite aunts and uncles! other bystanders who helped the Race 2nd: Larry Kepner – 14:40 Don’t forget - we have birthday cards Committee. (Did you see the cool 3rd: Bob Wyatt – 15:53 too, so there is no need to drive into Committee Tent yet…?) 4th: Ron "warming up for wind- town! If you are taking snacks to the Here are the results: (* denotes surfing" Kepner- 16:00 beach, make sure to check out our skipper…..but our records are NOT 5th: Rocky Rosacker – 19:25….. great insulated bags for transporting 100% accurate) food and drinks, they are just the right (He did slow down to watch John size, and come in blue or purple with Race #1 Doerr’s one man re-enactment of the Bay View logo. "Going Alone" "Titanic". No sailors were injured during this minor distraction….kudos It is like a treasure hunt in our 1st : Larry Kepner – 20:07 to the boat-house and Charlie for their store - you’ll see checkbook covers, 2nd : John Doerr- 20:21 daring rescue….even the center-board knitted scarves, books, jewelry as well 3rd : Scott Leighton- 20:49 was saved) as wonderful prints, paintings, and photographs. Plus you can pick up 4th: Ron Kepner- 21:21 "Two Together" your mail, enjoy an iced tea or coffee "Seein’ Double" 1st: Erin Schloff*, Elizabeth with a lemon cranberry cookie, talk 1st : Jack Rosacker*, Alex Potts Lupinacci – 17:08 to your friends, pick up a daily news- (first time race crew ) – 20:19 2nd: Evelyn Schloff*, Joe Lupinacci paper, and listen to harp music at the – 22:32 same time. Where else can you do 2nd : Erin Schloff*, Elizabeth 3rd: Joel* and Jack Giguere – 26:58 that? We hear comments about that Lupinacci (nee Schloff) – 20:52 daily - people say, “This is the most 3rd : Evelyn Schloff*, Joe Lupinacci "Then There Were Three" exciting and awesome post office I "Triple Threat" 1st: Jim Koschnick*, Caroline have ever seen!” We hope to see you 1st : Uncle Jim Koschnick*, Potts, Leo Tuttle – 19:58 (Impressive soon! Caroline Potts, Leo Tuttle (also first race….capsized…got two kids back – Sandy Manning time crew!!!) on board…..and still finished the race in under 20 minutes) Race #2 We will see you tomorrow at the "All By Myself" boathouse for more Sunfish Racing 1st: Charlie (son) Schloff – 14:15 fun. Come on down at 12:30 p.m. 2nd: Bob Wyatt – 14:49 for the Skipper’s Meeting. Racing will 3rd: Scott Leighton- 15:48 start promptly at 1 p.m. Questions? Call Amy Rosacker at (410) 991-0201. 4th: Rocky Rosacker – 16:29 facebook.com/BayViewAssociation

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Christian Family Film Festival and much more! If you need infor- Bay View Briefs... Our Thursday evening film is “Big mation, please contact either Jane Miracle.” Inspired by a true story of a Seely-Parnell at [email protected]/ Woman’s Council News: family of whales trapped in the Arctic (616) 402-2249 or Michelle Hansen The Woman’s Council Board meet- Circle and the unlikely coalition of at [email protected]/ ing will be held at 4:30 p.m. on people who set aside differences and (616) 717-2220. See you in the park! Monday, July 16 in the Woman’s free the whales. This inspiring and Council Building. After the Grand 4th Annual Bay View Youth heartwarming story is a feel-good Bazaar, times of the meeting will be Triathlon movie the whole family can enjoy. announced What: 50 Yard Swim, 1.5 mile bike The movie will be shown in Voorhies ride, 1/2 mile run. When: Wednesday, The Bay View Woman’s Council Hall at 7 p.m. July 25th, 2012, 4:30 p.m. Who: This 2012 Grand Bazaar A Note on the Class on Plato triathlon is geared for youth age 7 - The Bay View Woman’s Council Those registered for David 16. Registration forms will be avail- 2012 Grand Bazaar will be held on Scarrow’s class on Plato will be pro- able at Hot Dog Roasts / Boys and Tuesday, July 17, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. rain vided with Dover editions of the texts Girls Clubs or at 1645 Knapp Avenue. or shine, at the Bay View Woman’s for each of the three days: Euthyphro, Questions? Call Amy Rosacker at Council Building. Crito, The Repiblic. Each of these dia- (410) 991-0201. All are invited to attend. Crafts, logues deals with issues of Authority: Morning Council’s Annual Pasta cottage treasures, silent auction and religious, political, moral. David will Supper lunch – all for only $8.00! Funds deliver the texts to those who call When: Thursday, July 26th, 2012. raised help in maintaining the him. 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. at the Women’s Woman’s Council Building, provid- Bears and Squirrels Car Wash Council Building. Pasta, Salad, ing scholarships and contributing to The Bears and Squirrels Car Wash Bread, Dessert, Beverages for only $7. non-profit groups in Bay View and the will be at the beach parking lot this (Children Five and Under Eat for $3) local community. Tuesday, July 17, from 10:15-11:15 Script Writing Camp For Youth NOTE: Cottage treasures may be a.m. All donations will support the Just a quick reminder that in just dropped off at the Woman’s Council campers’ activities, including their a few weeks the Red Cedar Writing Building Sunday, July 15 from 1:00 Mackinac Island trip. In case of rain, Project is hosting their latest writing p.m. to 3:00 p.m. We had many the car wash will be postponed until camp “Page to Stage”, a creative and unsold items last year, so please stay July 24, same time and place. fun exploration of script writing. In with your items until your they have Campus Club just five days high school students been reviewed and accepted by a vol- The Campus Club program on will create their own script and have unteer. Tuesday, July 17, 2012 will be Bay a chance to be performed live as well Calling All Bakers! View’s own Michelle Hansen speaking as submitted to a play contest this The Woman’s Council needs pies on “Bee Keeping: What’s all the Buzz fall where they can meet with a NYC for the Grand Bazaar. Please contact About?” It will be interesting, infor- playwright. Betty Tufts 347-7433 for details. mative and humorous... don’t miss Camp is at NCMC July 23-27. Cost this! 7:30 p.m. at the Campus Club. Octogenarian Tea Special Event is $99. Flyers are available at the Bay View Post Office. The Octogenarian Tea for Women Treasures in the Trees! will be at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July Mark your calendar! Saturday, July Post Office Hours 24, in the Woman’s Council Building. 14th from 9 a.m. to noon in Fairview The Post Office service window Following a brief report by the board Park is Morning Council’s popular will begin new hours on Monday, July members, Linda Longworth, owner, annual marketplace “Treasures in the 16, starting that date the hours will be will present a program on Lavender Trees.” There are a lot of vendors this 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. General Hill Farms. A social hour with tea and year with a wide variety of items hours of operation will continue to be refreshments will be served after the including antiques, wicker, hand 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. program. If you know someone who painted furniture, Bay View tiles, vin- would qualify, please contact Jane tage frames, homemade jewelry and Faust at (231) 347-7502. crafts, custom photography, oil paintings, glass garden art, baked goods,