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To “Bee,” or Not to “Bee” by Rick A. Richards “This is a great hobby,” said Theis in his deep radio voice. “By doing this, I’ve been able to learn more about ﬂ owers and wildlife than I ever thought I would.” Still it’s hard work, which is why the 82-year-old Theis looks 20 years younger. The retired Valparaiso postmaster lives a few miles south of the Porter County Expo Center, just off Indiana 49. From the picture window in his family room, Theis has a clear view of his hives, which during the winter are kept near a small grove of trees at the back of his property. While he’s excited about the new growing season, Theis also is a bit apprehensive. At the end of each season, beekeepers like Theis expect to lose a per- Beekeeper Ken Theis talks about his 35 years of experience with honey bees. (Photo by Rick A. Richards) centage of their bees, but in recent years, the numbers have soared. Ken Theis has been raising bees for more than “Years ago, if we lost 1 or 2 percent, we would 35 years. At the far end of his backyard are more have been screaming,” said Theis. The past few than 75 hives, each with more than 3,000 bees and years, the losses have been between 50 and 70 per- queen. And if everything goes right, the result is cent. And last year, said Theis, of 75 hives he used, about 120 pounds of Pure Northern Indiana Honey only one survived the winter with live bees. per hive that Theis makes available to friends, fam- “What’s going on bafﬂ es me,” said Theis. “And it’s ily and a few stores within a few miles of his house. not just me. This is happening everywhere. There But things haven’t been going right in recent has been a lot of talk about colony collapse disorder, years. While disappointed that his output of honey but no one knows what causes it.” was just 40 pounds per hive last year, Theis said For Chesterton beekeeper Bob Kress, the problem he wouldn’t consider quitting the bee business. He has him stumped, too. “I don’t know if it’s bacteria loves his bees. or chemicals in the environment,” he said. “Maybe To him, there is nothing better than suiting up in plastics have something to do with it. We just don’t his protective bee headgear and getting a close up know.” look at his hive. “They don’t want to sting you,” he said as he popped the lid on a hive and pried out a comb that was covered in young bees. “All they want to do is make honey. I’ve come out here in the summer and did this in a T-shirt and shorts and not gotten stung. It’s all in how to approach and handle them.” The key, he said is patience. And that goes for the care and nurturing of his bees as well. On April 5, he received 75 three-pound boxes of bees (there are about 3,000 bees per pound) that he has placed in his hives. As soon as the weather warms up, Theis hauls his hives to area growers, where the bees will do what they were born to do – pollinate plants. One of those growers is County These are some of the 75 hives beekeeper Ken Theis has in storage in Line Orchards between Valparaiso and Westville. the backyard of his Porter County home. (Photo by Rick A. Richards) THE April 21, 2011 Page 3 HAVE A MONTESSORI KINDERGARTENER?

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This honeycomb from one of Ken Theis’s 75 hives is covered with young honey bees. (Photo by Rick A. Richards) Hunt, adding that some bees appear to have the ability to smell the mite and when they do, they attack it and remove it (along with any infected larvae) from the hive. Hunt said some bees are starting to bite the varroa mite, killing it. “We’ve examined some dead mites and it’s obvious they’ve been chewed,” said Hunt. Dave Sheneﬁ eld, president of the Indiana State Beekeepers Association has been raising bees near the small eastern Indiana town of LaFountaine since the late 1970s. “I know of some who have experienced an 80 percent loss, but it’s due to a lack of nutrition, a lack of variety of pollen and new pesticides,” he said. “It’s becoming a major problem.” Hi everyone, Christian here again. I have been noticing a lot “No one seems to have one thing pinpointed as to of dieback in spruce trees this spring. There are many fungi, the problem,” he said. “It’s most likely a combina- bacteria and mites that can cause damage if left unchecked. tion of things like parasites, viruses and stress.” Most of the time a simple pruning will help the trees recover Theis said the problem isn’t one that only affects and if the damage is more sightly, we can give them a boost with a treatment to help their immune system…. Look at it beekeepers. Bees not only produce honey, but are like a vitamin C boost for the tree. However, it is important vital in the pollination of ﬂ owering plants, but also to properly analyze and identify the tree and what is affect- vegetables and fruit. ing it before giving any treatments. Call me for a consulta- “I think the public is aware of the role bees play in tion and we’ll get your trees ‘off to a sprouting start’ this pollinating our crops,” he said. “The National Honey spring! Board has done a great job in bringing awareness of the problem to everyone. I think they want to see a Willows are about to burst into bud. Its Latin genus Salix solution to this problem as much as we do.” comes from the Latin word “salire” or to leap. Anglicised to ‘Sally’ means a sudden outburst of emotion, or expression. This is the underlying energy in the willow. To understand more about this powerful spirit visit:

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Christian Siewert from C & A Arborists, now with The Tree Mann, Inc. 219-362-3988 Visit us at WWW.THETREEMANN.COM Ken Theis in his family room with the variety of bottles and jars of honey Harbor Country, Michigan E-mail: [email protected] he produces from his hives. (Photo by Rick A. Richards) THE Page 6 April 21, 2011 The Ballet Lady & Friends Visit Head Start Classrooms

The Acting Theatre of Michigan City brought The Ballet Lady and all of her friends. This new and “The Ballet Lady & Friends” to all Michigan City exciting ballet is called “Fred and the Magic Storm.” Head Start classrooms on ﬁ ve different days during The Ballet Lady is an outreach program of the the month of March. Over 300 preschoolers learned Acting Theatre of Michigan City and has been visit- correct ballet posture, breathing, stretches and sim- ing the Michigan City Head Start classrooms for the ple movements. last 19 years and counting. See you next winter! The Ballet Lady (Judith Joseph) brought her The next ATMC production is “The Unhappy friends this year: Peter Tchaikovsky (Don Peiffer), Queen Who Lived by the Sea.” It is a play for chil- the Storyteller (Helen Williams or Mary Fridh), dren 3 and up with onstage participation. It will be Dancerina (Emily Murray) and the best assistant performed on Saturdays & Sundays next month on ever (Ken Brelsfoard). May 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22. All shows begin at 2:00 p.m. The Ballet Lady fun begins with Razzle-Dazzle Admission for a one adult and one child combina- make-up. Next comes the dances: the funky Judy tion ticket is $15. Please phone 219/872-4221 for dance, Rock and Roll with the Fred dolls, and the more information. The ATMC is located at 215 W. ﬂ oating silk dance. The last dance is a ballet that 10th St., Michigan City. includes the Storyteller, the music of Tchaikovsky, – submitted by Nancy Murray

The Ballet Lady and company teach basic ballet moves.

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College Preparatory Boarding and Day School – LaPorte, Indiana Schedule a Discovery Day today! Call 219.326.7450 or visit lalumiere.org. THE Page 16 April 21, 2011 Arnold Arboretum Curator to Lecture ;le\cXe[ Dr. Michael Dosmann of Harvard Speaks on Mod- ern-Day Plant Exploration =è\?fd\j Sunday, May 1, 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. MI time Fernwood is pleased to welcome South Bend native and former Fernwood employee, Dr. Michael Dos- New Homes • Renovations mann, to Fernwood for a lecture on modern-day plant exploration. Michael is Cu- Tom McCormick, Builder rator of Living Collections Licensed in Indiana & Michigan at the Arnold Arboretum of 219.928.2953 Harvard University, where his primary role is to guide www.dunelandfinehomes.com Dr. Michael Dosmann, Curator the sound development of fi of Living Collections at the the Arboretum’s historic and email: tom@duneland nehomes.com Arnold Arboretum of Harvard dynamic collection of tem- University perate woody species. This involves reviewing collections, setting acquisition targets and acquiring them, as well as determining which discretionary plants are to be deaccessioned 'VIEXMZI[MRHS[ to make room for new material. He oversees a talented team of curatorial staff who are engaged in GSZIVMRKWSPYXMSRWJSV fi eld checking, mapping, records management, re- searcher engagement, taxonomic reviews, voucher PMKLXGSRXVSPTVMZEG] collection and preparation, and of course, good old ERHZMWYEPFIEYX] fashioned sleuthing, as he calls it. Among multiple other activities, he also continues to conduct research on the physiological ecology of woody plants and participate in fl oristic efforts through domestic and foreign plant exploration. Fernwood members will be admitted to the lecture at no charge as a member benefi t. Non-members are welcome to attend for a $20 fee. RSVP by HunterDouglas April 30. 46-36-8=()%0)6 About Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature WHOLE NINE YARDS (%:-(%%/)6 1%6//6300 Preserve 4VSYHP]WIVZMRKXLI0EOI'SQQYRMXMIW Fernwood is a favorite of all who love nature - fl ora and fauna. Phone: 269.695.6491. Fernwood is located near Buchanan, Michigan, at 13988 Range Put all your eggs in our basket! Line Road, Niles. Now thru Saturday,April 23rd Managing Your Digital Photos pick an egg and get a discount on “Bits and Bytes” will continue at Westchester Public Library with “Managing Your Digital Photos” on Wed., May 4 from 1-4 p.m. The class will take Custom Framing place in the Bertha Wood room on the second fl oor of Thomas Library, 200 W. Indiana Ave., Chester- ton. Registration is required; phone 219/926-7696, ext. 25, visit the Automation/Serials Department or 15%-40% Off visit the Bits and Bytes page on the library’s web- Offer excludes “frame specials” and labor charges. One egg per custom framed item. site, http://www.wpl.lib.in.us/ The Framing Station a Attendees will learn the basics of importing and y exporting digital photos, editing photos, and resiz- 912 Franklin, Michigan City • (219) 879-2115 ing photos, plus fun things to do. Participants need r Tues. - Fri. 9 to 5 • Sat. 10 to 4 to be computer literate and profi cient with the Area’s largest selection of South Shore Posters mouse. THE April 21, 2011 Page 17 spectacular...

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Bookmarks at the MC Public Library CLOSED EASTER SUNDAY & Fri., April 22, 2 p.m. MONDAY, APRIL 24 & 25 At Home: A Short History of Private Life by Bill Bryson will be reviewed by Gretchen Townsend Buggeln at the Michigan City Public Library. Will Re-Open April 28 at Bryson and family live in a Victorian parsonage Our New Location in a part of England where nothing of any signiﬁ - cance has happened since the Romans decamped. 305 W. Buffalo (U.S. Hwy. 12) Yet one day he began to consider how very little he New Buffalo knew about the ordinary things he found in his comfortable home. To remedy this, he formed the idea

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Giving Furniture New Life Since 1939 Wall of Fame Nominations Sought Michigan City Area Schools is seeking nominations for the 2011 Michigan City Area Schools Wall of Fame. This annual award, fi rst presented in 1976, honors school employees who have made outstanding ––– INC ––– contributions to the children of the Michigan City Refinish • Upholster • Restore Area Schools. Employees from every area are eli- Guaranteed Craftsmanship gible: administrators, bus drivers, custodians, food Pick-Up & Delivery in IL, IN, MI service personnel, instructional assistants, mainte- 219-872-1700 nance personnel, paraprofessionals, teachers, and 4980 W. Hwy 20 • In “The Pines” • Michigan City, IN 46360 secretarial staff. www.furniturewerks.com To qualify for nomination, the candidate must have been employed by the Michigan City Area Schools for a minimum of 15 years. He or she must OPEN TUESDAY-SUNDAY have been retired or separated from the school LUNCH & DINNER system for at least fi ve (5) years. Employees from schools that were independent before school reorga- nization as well as those from schools no longer in existence are also eligible for the honor. Death does not make a person ineligible. %XPERIENCETHEHEALTHIESTCUISINEAROUND All applications remain on fi le for three years. At MEDITERRANEAN&EATURINGAN)NTERNATIONALWINEANDBEERMENU EASTER BUFFET the end of that time, candidates must be re-nomi- #ATERINGs%VENTSs7INE"ARApril 24 • 11 a.m.-8 p.m. nated. (When candidates are removed from the ac- 1701 Franklin Street tive list, the person who nominated them will be Michigan City, IN notifi ed.) 219-871-1223 Nomination forms are available at all school of- www.sahara-restaurant.net www.vipcateringandevents.com fi ces, the MCAS Transportation/Service and Plant Planning Buildings, the MCAS Administration Building, and the Michigan City Public Library. The form is also available on the MCAS website, Stop by and join us in the celebration of our www.mcas.k12.in.us. Deadline for nominations is May 2, 2011. More in- GRAND RE-OPENING formation from Betsy Kohn at 873-2000, ext. 8365. on Monday, April 25th. The party starts at 11:00 a.m. Art at the Zoo Thanks for your support. See you there. The Lubeznik Center for the Arts is holding a class in May called Art at the Zoo. This is a unique 301 West Kieffer Rd Michigan City, IN 46360 opportunity for beginning to experienced artists (219) 879-4401 and a great outreach effort from the Washington northwest athletic club northwestathleticclub.net Park Zoo! Experienced animal painter and instructor, Dana Zier, will teach students to compose using the sub- ject of live animals at the zoo. Instruction will include how to draw animals and create strong com- HORIZON positions with backgrounds. Learn the techniques of basic painting and how to mix pastels with acryl- AWNING ics. Techniques will be tailored to meet individual’s needs. Each student will complete several drawings Canvas Awnings and 1 or 2 paintings. Screen Porch Shades Admission to Washington Park Zoo and parking Boat Canvas is included in the class price. Supply list will be given upon registration. Classes run Tuesdays May 10

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Proceeds from the event will aid clients of the REGISTRATION Samaritan Counseling Centers in Northwest Indiana. The IS EASY! Samaritan Counseling Center Simply log on to (SCC) is a community-based, interfaith counseling and educational service, directly www.skedaddle.org beneﬁting the citizens of La Porte and Porter counties. for race details, start times, and In addition to fees for service, registration information. this private, not-for-proﬁt organization is supported by Same Day Registration is Available. charitable contributions. See you at the Skedaddle! THE Page 28 April 21, 2011 “Name That Tune” at Michiana Humane Society’s Spring Fling

(l-r): John Wilson, Brenda Miller, Dr. Paul Lawler, Jenny Trainor, Sally Golightly, Sue Spitler, Laurel Izard, Susan O’Conor, Lisa Rene, Edwin Shelton and Donna Sekula. Robin Williams said it best when he exclaimed, for the ongoing care and needs of homeless animals “spring is nature’s way of saying, ‘Let’s party!’” Join that have either been abandoned or surrendered the Michiana Humane Society in celebrating their due to economic hardship, illness or life-changing 13th annual Spring Fling fund raising event Satur- circumstances. The need for contributions, volun- day, May 7th at 6 p.m. at the Stardust Event Center teers and adoptive “parents” is ongoing as animals at the Blue Chip Casino and Resort Hotel. needing care arrive daily. The Michiana Humane This year’s theme is “Name That Tune” with a Society takes in 1,500 homeless animals every year. visual twist. Ansel Adams once said, “I can look at a Attendees will be in for an evening of music pro- ﬁ ne art photograph, and sometimes I can hear mu- vided by DJ Brad Sherwood; dinner served from 6 sic.” In keeping with the “Name That Tune” theme, p.m. until 8 p.m., dancing and the opportunity to over 40 local artists and craftspeople—many of them bid on one-of-a-kind artwork produced by local tal- seasoned participants, have been busy whistling ent as well as fabulous items donated from local their favorite tunes while they worked on creating businesses and members of the community at the original artwork for the Artist’s Challenge and si- silent auction. Bid on a private two- person tour of lent auction. Those interested in seeing “Name That the beach area by airplane and more! The bidding Tune” art can stop by the Framing Station located begins at 6 p.m. and ends at 9 p.m. at 912 Franklin St., Michigan City beginning Fri- Attendees can also vote in the Artist’s Challenge day, April 15 through Friday, May 6. to determine the most creative art of the evening. The Michiana Humane Society relies on proceeds Cash prizes will be awarded to the ﬁ rst and second from fundraisers like the Spring Fling to provide place winners. The festive gala will also have a cash

Donna Sekula Jenny Trainor & John Wilson Brenda Miller THE April 21, 2011 Page 29

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A session on tutoring adults who speak English The new storage barn will give the organization will be held from 10:00-11:30 a.m. A session on tu- a safe, secure location to store equipment and hay toring adults who spoke a language other than Eng- where it will be out of the weather. Currently, Reins lish fi rst will be held from noon-1:30 p.m. A compli- is renting a barn 1⁄2 mile from the Michigan City mentary lunch will be served from 11:30 a.m.-noon. facility and moving hay for the 13 horses every few People may attend either or both sessions. days. Maintenance equipment is also stored in the Current tutors, people who wish to be tutors, and rental space and not readily available. people who just want to know what tutoring might The outing is offering several contest holes includ- be like are invited to come. The only requirement is ing Hole-in-One contests on every Par 3, a $5,000 a love of reading and willingness to help others. 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Ever wondered if those actors on your favorite TV “I just thought it would be the coolest thing ever to show actually get to eat all that great food you see be pointing to things on the green screen. My sister before them? and I even did home videos of me as a meteorolo- Well, Lakeshore High School junior Colin Rahn gist.” knows only too well that extras on the set of the Whatever course Colin Rahn chooses for himself, popular new FOX television program, Chicago Code, you know he will be successful because he exudes a got to eat all the meatloaf and mashed potatoes set natural self-confi dence, a ready sense of humor and before them for a staged family Easter dinner and total ease with adults. then some. And he put all of those traits to good use in getting his part on Chicago Code. “What happened is that the show needed extras, and they contacted an extras agency in Grand Rap- ids (where he lived before moving to Stevensville) with whom I was registered. They sent in my stuff, which basically consisted of pictures and my acting resume, and they called me in.” The only thing Colin Rahn had to change when he got to Chicago to appear in his two scenes were his shirt and sweater. He liked what he was wearing, but wardrobe had other ideas because the scenes were from the 1980s. Then it was off to hair and makeup where, Colin Rahn said, “they didn’t have to put much makeup on me, and they left my hair alone. But they made the guy who was playing my dad in the scenes shave Colin Rahn appeared as a featured extra in Episode 8 of the new off his goatee. He was really upset.” FOX television program, Chicago Code on April 11. He aspires to an on-air career on The Weather Channel. Next came what has to be the high-water mark of Colin Rahn’s acting career so far: an unrestricted As Colin Rahn explained just days before his visit to the famous “craft services.” television debut on April 11, “I went to Chicago, got As he explained, “that’s basically this huge, long made-up, ate like a horse on and off the set, and buffet of massive amounts of really good food. You conquered.” could go to different stations and get a waffl e or For his fi rst scene on television, the seasoned omelet made to order, and the coffee was Starbucks stage actor had to become the character of a young- quality. It was amazing, and it was the most pam- er brother and dig into the fi xings of a family Easter pered I’ve ever been.” feast when it was set before him and his family-for- television. Whether or not he is invited to return to Chicago to appear in another scene on Chicago Code, Colin Rahn, who prefers to be called Colin Rahn “because it has a nice ring to it,” said there is no fl ushing the acting bug that has permeated his pores. He sees himself one day appearing as a fi eld re- porter on The Weather Channel with a hurricane roaring away in the background and saying: “It’s really windy and terrible. And now back to you, Judy.” How, you are probably wondering, does a young man with an obvious talent for acting combine that with a love of severe weather. Well, for starters, the young man who made his stage debut in 2001 pretending to play a clarinet in a Cherry County Playhouse production of The Music Man near Muskegon at the age of 7, came to his fascination with some serious weather two years prior when he was all of 5 and his grandmoth- Mom, booking agent, and number-one fan, Carole Catherine, er turned to the aforementioned Weather Channel. with her budding star, Colin Rahn. THE Page 36 April 21, 2011 And so when they encouraged him to audition for a part in the marching band in The Music Man in 2001, Colin Rahn went forth boldly. “I remember being very nervous when I was fi rst on stage, and then very excited. It felt very cool to be on stage pretending to play the clarinet.” The last part, alas, didn’t stick, because Colin Rahn went on to master the trombone, which he plays with distinction at Lakeshore High School. And, in closing, Colin Rahn said it was essential to trumpet the mentoring skills of Alex Kerr who serves as director of the professional-quality theater at Lakeshore High School. “Alex Kerr knows his stuff,” Colin Rahn said. And so, we might add, does Colin Rahn!

Colin Rahn reprises his premiere stage role as a clarinet-playing member of the marching band in a 2001 production near Muskegon of The Music Man. He went on to master the trombone, saying it was too hard to get a decent sound out of the clarinet. After totally pampering the young actor, the producers of Chicago Code called him and the others in his two scenes to a house in the suburbs where they fi rst did a shot of the family posing for an Easter portrait on the front porch. “That took three or four takes, and the director told me to complain that I didn’t want to be there, so I was totally in character as the complaining younger brother during the whole scene. We were talking, but they didn’t record it, but we were all in character. “Then we went down the street into another house where they shot the family Easter dinner scene, and that’s when I realized I shouldn’t have eaten so much at the buffet, because they served us real meatloaf and mashed potatoes and all the fi x- ings and it was really good.” Again, the producers only shot video, but Colin Colin Rahn thinks it would be way cool to be on The Weather Chan- Rahn said he and his television family “were all nel pointing out tornadoes and hurricanes. He even has his closing line memorized: “It’s really windy and terrible. Now back to you, Judy.” talking about nonsense” to give the impression of a family at a holiday table. “Mom would come in with the meatloaf and mashed potatoes, and we would eat it, and then they would cut and take all the plates away and give us QuitQuit waitingwaiting forfor a coolingheating contractor & cooling new ones and shoot the scene again. They did four contractorwho won’twho won’t show showup! up! or fi ve takes, and I was full by the end.” As Colin Rahn’s press agent and supportive moth- Your 24 Hr A Day Service Specialists er, Carole Catherine, notes: “This isn’t Colin’s fi rst on-screen role. He also had a principal role, portray- CALL FOR COMFORT ing Seth, in the 2008 short, independent fi lm, Heirs of Empires, directed by Joshua Lynn, a student at Grand Valley State University.” Colin Rahn said his mother and his father, Glenn Rahn, have been quite supportive of his acting career, and he said he and his older sister Elise, who is studying design at Kendall College in Grand Rap- ids, were nurtured in their creativity by their parents. Call Today 219.874.2454 “Mom has done a lot of acting, and my dad is an www.michianamechanical.com architect,” he said. THE April 21, 2011 Page 37 THE Page 38 April 21, 2011 Full Color Printing Brochures Fliers Newsletters Annual Reports Business Cards Promotional Pamphlets

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by Wm. F. Keefe A thumbnail bio of James Butler Hickok would Serving as a Union scout and courier during the probably describe him as tall, mustachioed, a dead Civil War, Hickok won honors for bringing valuable shot, with hair that reached his shoulders. information through enemy lines. With the Civil A scout and law offi cer in the American West War over, having time on his hands, Hickok took a of the middle 1800s, James faced numbers of un- hand in a card game in Springfi eld, Missouri. The friendly guns. In these faceoffs he came out intact, players included one Dave Tutt. with his six-shooter partly empty. The reputation “Tutt lost and accused Hickok of owing him mon- that he built by random stages typed him as never ey,” writes biographer Moyer. killing except in self-defense or in the line of offi cial What happened then has become the prototype duty. scene in nearly every Western of the early years of the talkie movie. “The next day Hickok and Tutt met while walking across the public square. . . Both men pulled their pistols. Tutt was killed,” writes Mr. Moyer.

Dressed up but hatless, Wild Bill Hickok poses for a formal photograph. (Images courtesy Mendota Museum)

The home in which Wild Bill Hickok was born in 1837 no longer stands. A Son’s Joyful Visit Born in Troy Grove, Illinois on May 27, 1837, The Tutt shootout may have marked the begin- James Butler Hickok was the youngest of four sons ning of James Hickok’s history as “Wild Bill.” In of William Alonzo and Polly Butler Hickok. Two sis- March, 1869 he returned home to Troy Grove and ters followed him into the world around Troy Grove. neighboring Mendota to obtain medical treatment Growing up, according to biographer Joseph for a leg wound. In a letter dated May 10, writing Rosa, he received a “basic education,” at the same to another son, Mom Polly gossips happily about time surviving “a home atmosphere of discipline, re- James’ visit. ligion, and morality.” Along with those circumstanc- The thrill of seeing her youngest son after many es, he helped supply the family with food on the hoof years was almost more than Polly could bear. and paw, otherwise known as deer and small game. “James says that I don’t look any older than I did Inevitably, he became adept in the use of fi re- when he was home before,” she writes. “You ought arms. Leaving home at the age of 18, in 1855, he to have seen him take me up in his arms. . . The took successively the jobs of wagon driver, plow- fi rst I knew he had me in his arms he says, ‘Mommy, man, and soldier in the Free-State Army of Kansas. have y’ come?’ (Then) James fetched me a nice large James earned his fi rst whispers of fame on July Fotograf in one of those large oval frames.” 12, 1861. He was supervising a Pony Express sta- Over the next several years Hickok moved tion at East Rock Creek, Nebraska. Innocently, he from job to job. He took an assignment as sheriff became embroiled with a David McCanles in a dis- of Abilene, Kansas; found employment as a house pute over funds due to complete the purchase of the gambler; and had a role in a Wild West show. He station. McCanles had arrived with two other men. was briefl y associated with Buffalo Bill Cody. Biographer John W. Moyer records what hap- In March, 1876 Wild Bill Hickok married Ag- pened. “Words led to gunplay, and Hickok killed all nes Lake Thatcher, owner of the Lake Circus. Two three opponents. Hickok was acquitted in the trial weeks after the nuptials, Hickok left for the then- that followed.” active gold fi elds of South Dakota. He made time to THE April 21, 2011 Page 41 write to his wife. Another letter in the estate of his sister Celinda directs that “Love (go) to Emma and one thousand kisses to my wife Agnes. . .” Those letters have joined others that, taken together, suggest powerfully that the once-popular image of Wild Bill Hickok as a fi re-eating gunslinger was a gross misrepresentation. Ground zero of a modern movement to redeem the frontiersman’s reputation lies in Troy Grove and Mendota. Interpreting and reinforcing the groundswell be- An early book on ginning some years ago has been Stephen Dancey, a “Heroes of the Plains” Mendota historian, a 25-year veteran of the Illinois had a section on Wild State Police, and curator of the Mendota Museum Bill Hickok. and Historical Society. Mr. Dancey not only organized new evidence supporting the kinder view of James Butler Hickok; the curator wrote a pamphlet citing some of the letters penned by Hickok himself, his mother Polly, and his sister Celinda. The evidence turned up during a June, 2003 auction in San Francisco. The accumulation, compris- ing 24 letters, 12 photos, and six postcards, came from Celinda’s long-dormant inheritance. remains lie at rest today in a grave on Deadwood’s Onward to Aces and Eights Striving for a bonanza in the South Dakota gold- Mount Moriah. fi elds, Hickok never saw his wife again. With sev- News of the plainsman’s death struck his family eral friends he staked out claims on Whitewood with special force. Anguish succeeded disbelief once Creek, outside Deadwood. When he could fi nd time, the family members became convinced that “Jim” he returned to gambling, his favorite recreation. was dead. On August 17, Hickok’s other sister, Lyd- On August 2, 1876, 20 days after arriving in ia, wrote to a surviving brother to mourn the fam- Deadwood, he joined a game of poker in the Num- ily’s loss. ber Ten Saloon. Accustomed to playing cards with “There are few women who love their brothers as his back to a wall, on this occasion he found him- I do,” Lydia wrote. “I feel most crazy about Jim.” self stymied. Another player occupied the chair he The home in Troy Grove in which Wild Bill spent would have sat in. his fi rst 18 years has disappeared. But a granite He had been playing hardly fi ve minutes when, marker in a Troy Grove park serves as a memorial as Mr. Moyer writes, “Jack McCall, a small, furtive to the frontiersman’s memory. A hand-carved statue man, staggered in, drew his revolver, and shot Hick- representing Hickok stands in the same park--an ok in the back of his head. Wild Bill died instantly.” admirer’s tribute. McCall was later hanged for the murder. Hickok’s The Mendota Museum, at 901 Washington Street, has a substantial collection of the region’s most famous citizen. The museum’s coverage of Hickok’s rehabilitation has of course kept pace with the evidence available in the San Francisco auction sale. Some evidence indicates that efforts to paint a fairer and brighter picture of the gunslinger were under way before the year 2000. Biographer Joseph Rosa, for example, wrote in 1996, “Instead of the raw-boned, bullying desperado described by ill-in- formed members of the press, Hickok was courte- ous, soft-spoken, self-effacing, and generally knowl- edgeable.” One other factoid provides insurance that the name Wild Bill Hickok will live into future history. The factoid is the poker hand that “Jim” was holding when he died. The cards included a pair of aces and a pair of eights--aces and eights. A view of the Passenger House in Mendota, Illinois, where Wild Bill That hand will forever be known as “the dead stayed while visiting his family in 1869. man’s hand.” THE Page 42 April 21, 2011 Indiana Dunes SP Summer Camp Cabinets & Three summer camps at Indiana Dunes State Countertops Park will give kids the opportunity to have fun while exploring its wildlife and natural resources. The Dunes Explorer camp is for children 9-14 • FREE ESTIMATES CABINETS & years old. Dates are June 14-16 and Aug. 2-4. These two camps include overnight camping in the state • FREE IN HOME COUNTERTOPS park. CONSULTATION The Budding Naturalist day camp is for 7-12 year olds and runs June 28-30. • FREE FIELD FOR ANY ROOM! Each camp costs $90 and includes food, activities MEASURING and supplies. Registration is required, and space is limited to the fi rst 20 children for each session. Family Owned “With many expensive summer camps out there, & at the Same we seek to provide a low-cost alternative that helps Location Since forge a connection with the amazing resources con- 1987 tained in the Indiana Dunes,” said Brad Bumgard- ner, park interpreter. Campers can register at the park offi ce, nature center, or at www.friendsofi ndianadunes.org or phone the nature center at (219) 926-1390.

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Colored Pencil Workshop at Krasl Kristy Kutch – Drawing with Watersolubles Sat., May 21, and Sun., May 22; 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. MI time (both sessions) Fee: $150.00 for KAC Members/$165.00 for non- members Krasl Art Center, 707 Lake Blvd., St. Joseph, Michigan. Please RSVP on or before Fri., May 6, by contacting the Krasl Art Center at 269.983.0271 or Rebecca Hunt at [email protected] The Krasl Art Center (KAC) welcomes published author, accomplished artist and national workshop Save On All presenter, Kristy Kutch as she conducts a Drawing All Our Furniture with Watersolubles Workshop. This full day work- American Displayed shop is offered to teens and adults of all drawing Made In Room Settings levels. Furniture On 1 Participants will learn the many techniques of SAVE ON Level! working with watercolor pencils and watersoluble RESTONIC wax pastels on a variety of surfaces. Artist Kutch 2-sided Lots of will also introduce students to the use of two unique Mattress Free types of pencils, aquarelle colored graphite pencils SAVE Parking! and vibrant watersoluble ink pencils. SPRING More On Kutch, from Michigan City, has taught over 200 Our Delivery colored and watercolor pencil workshops nation- Indiana CLEANUP & Available wide. For those who don’t own drawing materials, Made Kutch has demo materials that may be used as well Furniture CLEARANCE 12 Months as many sample give-aways and door prizes. For Companies Interest Free a more detailed supply list and workshop agenda, Best Home Furnishings Financing please contact the KAC at 269.983.0271 or Rebecca Smith Brothers (your credit of Berne must qualify) Hunt at [email protected] Mobel Bedroom SALE Furniture Give Back Day at Cafe Gulistan We Are Cleaning Up Our Warehouse And Display Floor Marking Down All the Close-Outs, Discontinued Styles and Fabrics, To Make Room For the Café Gulistan, 13581 Red Arrow Highway, Har- New Arriving Merchandise! HURRY IN FOR BEST SELECTION! bert, MI will be hosting a give back day for Renais- sance Academy, in LaPorte, IN on Thurs., April 28. STORE HOURS: EVERGREEN FURNITURE, INC. OPEN 7 DAYS MICHIGAN Café Gulistan is open from 4-9 p.m. MI time, and Mon. & Fri. 9am-6pm A WEEK Tues., Wed., & Thurs. 9am-7pm 2050 E. U.S. HWY 20 • Michigan City, IN CITY’S Saturday 9am-5pm Located in Evergreen Park Business Center can be reached at (269) 469-6779. Check out their AUTHORIZED LARGEST Sunday 11am-4pm 219-878-0918 LA-Z-BOY® menu of Middle Eastern dishes at www.cafegu- www.evergreenfurniture.com SHOWROOM listan.com Delivery Available DEALER THE Page 48 April 21, 2011

7 >Ì½ÃÊ"Ê i#VZB)PNFw Activities to Explore 9ÕÀÊÀâ¶ i3FNPEFMw In the Local Area: April 21 -- Rare Birds of Northwest Indiana talk ÀÊÃiÃLiÊÀÌ}>}iÊ >`ÛVi]ÊÃÌ>ÀÌÊLÞÊV>} i3FmOBODFw by Brad Bumgardner, naturalist at IN Dunes State >Ê-ÜiÌâÊ>ÌÊnÇ£ÓÓxÓ° Park and presented by Potawatomi Audubon Soci- ety. 6 pm at MC Public Library. Free, open to public. April 21 -- Flying Carpet Travelogue Presents: 8 */" Ê- ,6 ÊUÊ- - Ê 6 Á “The Netherlands.” 7 pm at Elston Performing Arts Theatre, Spring & Detroit streets, MC. Tix $5 at door. terrainlandscaping.com Illinois *(630) 675-9534 April 22 -- EARTH DAY. Indiana * (219) 362-7471 April 22 -- Bookmarks at MC Public Library. 2 • Interlocking Pavers • pm. At Home: A Short History of Private Life by • Outdoor Living Spaces • • Bluestone Patios/Pooldecks • Bill Bryson will be discussed by Getchen Townsend • Landscape Design/Installation • Buggeln. Free, open to the public. LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS Tim Ascolani AUTHORIZED UNILOCK April 22 -- A Night with Frank Orrall of Poi Dog [email protected] CONTRACTORS Pondering & Video Artist Marco Ferrari. 8 pm MI time at Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks, MI. Sound and vision show of eclectic collection of music. Tix $20; reserve at 269/756-3879 or 1(:)/((7 2)&$',//$&6 www.acorntheater.com +RXU7UDQVSRUWDWLRQ$OO2FFDVLRQV 3OD]D'U6XLWH April 22-23 -- PNC Theatre & the PNC Players &KHVWHUWRQ,Q of Purdue University North Central present “Much Ado About Nothing.” 8 pm at Mainstreet Theatre, 807 Franklin St., MC. Tix $10/gen. adm., $5/PNC /,026 students with ID. Reserve at 874-4269 or email ph- ZZZDOOD\OLPRFRP [email protected]. Tix not sold in adv. will be available at the door. April 22-25 -- At the Vickers Theatre: “Rabbit Hole.” Starring Nicole Kidman and Aaron Eckhart. Rated PG-13. Fri/Sat/Sun/Mon 9 pm; also Sat/Sun 4 pm. Also showing: “The Illusionist.” Takes place in Scotland in the 1950s. Minimal dialogue. Not Rat- ed. Fri/Sat/Sun/Mon 6:45 pm. 6 N. Elm St., Three HM\SSZLY]PJLLJVJVUZJPV\ZKLZPNUÄYT Oaks, MI. 269/756-3522. www.vickerstheatre.com UWSOPUJJVT 3(>9,5*,A044,9 April 22-May 1 --NATIONAL DANCE WEEK April 23 -- Arbor Day tree give-away (bare root saplings) by the LaPorte City Tree Commission to county residents. 8am at barn adjacent to 18th St., GIFTS CUSTOM FRAMING ART Beach Scenes Kesling Park, LaPorte. Continues until trees gone.

For Home April 23 -- Beatles Tribute Band at The Acorn cates Easter Framing and Gifts & Garden Florals Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks, MI. 8 Gift Certifi We’re Just a Hop Away! Landscapes pm MI time. Tix $15/adults, $10/children 18 yrs & L & M Framing and Gallery South Shore younger; reserve at 269/756-3879 or www.acornthe- Posters ater.com www.web.triton.net/landmframing/ April 23, 30, May 1, 7 -- Spring Girlfriend Sale at 202 S. Whittaker, New Buffalo Open Daily 11-5 269-469-4800 Long Beach Community Center, 2501 Oriole Trail, Long Beach. 10 am-2 pm (Apr 23 & 30), noon-4 pm (May 1 & 7-- 1/2 price sale days). Gently used clothing, accessories and jewelry. Info: 219/861-6188. Joseph F. Gazarkiewicz, April 24 -- HAPPY EASTER! Psy.D.HSPP APRIL 25 -- WHITE HOUSE EASTER EGG Licensed Clinical ROLL Psychologist Your local resource, providing Mental Health Services April 25 -- LaP. Community Concert Series: The for Adults, Couples, Adolescents and Children 219-879-8580 ph Marlins. 7 pm at LaPorte Civic Auditorium, 1001 1411 S. Woodland Ave., Ste. B 219-229-3254 cell Ridge St., LaPorte. Tix $15/adults, $5/students. Michigan City, IN 46360 [email protected] Subscription tix will also be available. THE April 21, 2011 Page 49 April 26 -- Readers Group at Coolspring Branch Library, 400N & Johnson Rd., MC. My Name is Asher Lev by Chaim Potok will be reviewed and The Potted Plant discussed. 7 pm. Open to the public. Info: 879-3272. Greenhouse & Nursery April 26 -- Harbor Country Book Club. LaCuna by Barbara Kingsolver will be discussed at 7:30 pm Annuals, Hanging Baskets, Flats, Accents, MI time at Harbor Grand Hotel, New Buffalo. Free and Arrangements. Custom Planters. Geraniums and open to new members. Perennials, Shrubs, & Small Trees April 27 -- ADMINISTRATIVE PROFES- SIONALS DAY (formerly Secretary’s Day) Large assortment of Sedums and Hosta. April 27 -- Film Screening: “Waiting for Super- Largeg Hosta man.” Free and open to the public. Documentary on the American education system. Rated PG. Shown 9813 W. 300 N. at 5 pm on campus of PNC, Library-Student-Facul- Michigan City ty Bldg, Assembly Hall, Rm 02. Free, open to public. (Behind Harbor GMC) April 29 -- Last Friday Nite Performers. “Pete 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Seeger--A Tribute to the Folk Song” is the theme for Open Daily this program open to singers, musicians, poets, story tellers. Barker Hall Community Center, 6th St. btw. Franklin & Pine, MC. Doors open 7 pm; historic hall tour 7:10 pm; sign up 7:15 pm; performances start 7:30 pm. April 29 -- View the Night Sky at PNC. 8:30 pm at the far south end of the campus. Free, open to the public. Park in PNC Lot 7 and walk to the viewing area near the North Central Veterinary Center. Info: 219/785-5200, ext. 5659. Offered by the PNC Astronomy Club. April 30 -- 8th Annual Samaritan Skedaddle 5K Run/Walk & Kids’ Fun Race benefi ting children and families. Register at www.skeddle.org or 879-3283. Begins 9 am corner of 8th & Washington streets. Post-race celebration and prizes; long-sleeve t-shirt and goody bag. April 30 -- Book signing by LaPorte native and children’s author Karen Day at Temple News Agen- cy, 816 Jefferson, LaPorte at 11:30 am-1 pm. Info: 219/362-2676 or email [email protected] May 1 -- Independent Cat Society 5K Walk/Run. 9 am at Sunset Hills Park, Meridian Rd. & Rt. 6, Valparaiso, IN. Info on registering, this issue page 43 or contact Jen Kerr 219/851-0900. Farther Afi eld: April 23 -- Easter Passion Play on campus of An- drews University, Berrien Springs, MI. 10 am MI time and every 30 mins. after until 6:30 pm. Inter- active walk-through; free refreshments in Hospital- ity Tent. Register for free wrist bands at www.pas- Michigan City’s Finest Quilt Store sionplay.andrews.edu April 30 -- River Valley School Art Exhibition. NOW PEG WEST 2-4 pm MI time at Scarlet Macaw Community Art Owner Center, 5888 Sawyer Rd., Sawyer, MI. Sponsored OPEN! Tue-Wed-Fri-Sat 10 am-4pm by Sawyer Garden Center. Refreshments will be Thurs 10 am-7 pm served. Art on display through May 8. Closed Sunday-Monday May 10, 14 -- Lake County Spring Bird Count. Pre count meeting May 10, 7 pm. Bird County May 613 Franklin Street 219-229-7854 14, all day. Held at Gibson Woods Nature Preserve, Michigan City, IN 46360 6201 Parrish Ave., Hammond, IN. Info: 219/844- [email protected] 3188. THE Page 50 April 21, 2011 The Nancy Dworkin Born Learning Trail IN-HOME WAXING Purdue University North Central will host a by lindsey grand opening of its Nancy Dworkin Born Learning Trail on Sat., April 30, at 3:30 p.m., in conjunction with the PNC Early Learning Conference. The rib- With more than 27 years experience, this licensed bon cutting is open to all community members. Par- aesthetician will enhance ents are invited to bring their children out to enjoy your features and leave the trail. your skin feeling smooth in The Born Learning Trail bears the name of the privacy of your own home. First Lady of Purdue North Central, who suggested brow • lip • chin • side burns having the trail at PNC and played an instrumen- hairline • chest • back • hands tal role in its creation. This will be the fi rst Born • feet • underarms • leg Learning Trail on a university campus in Indiana. abdomen • bikini • Brazilian The Nancy Dworkin Born Learning Trail is part of the Northwest Indiana United Way Success By 6 Call LINDSEY MONGERSON at 219.814.3452 initiative, which is intended to help parents, care- to schedule your in-home appointment today givers and communities support early learning. 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SUZANNE’S CLEANING CLASSIFIED 219/326-5578. CLASSIFIED RATES - (For First 2 Lines.) CLEANING SOLUTIONS. Home & office cleaning services, 1-3 ads - $7.00 ea. •• 4 or more ads - $5.50 ea. (Additional lines- $1.00 ea.) 14 yrs. exp. Insured, free estimates. Call 219-210-0580. PH: 219/879-0088 - FAX 219/879-8070. Email: [email protected] ESSENTIAL CLEANING. Specializing in New Construction/Remodeling Clean-up, Business and Home Maintenance Cleaning. Residential and CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE RECEIVED BY Commercial. Insured and references available. Call Rebecca at 219-617- FRIDAY - NOON - PRIOR TO THE WEEK OF PUBLICATION 7746 or e-mail [email protected]. PERSONAL SERVICES HOME MATTERS CLEANING SERVICE INC. SAVE YOUR PRECIOUS MEMORIES DIGITALLY ON CDs or DVDs Residential & Commercial accounts welcome. Home movies-slides-pictures transferred to CDs or DVDs Ask about our Carpet Cleaning Special. Gift Certificates also Wedding & Event Documentation. Available.Ref. avail. Bonded & insured. Melissa 219-898-1060. Corporate and Industrial Video Productions KATHI’S CLEANING SERVICE. Contact: Patrick Landers at Midwest Video Communications Specializing in vacation rental homes, construction/remodel cleanups. 219-879-8433 or [email protected] Deep Cleans. Weekly/Bi-weekly. Phone 219-210-3473. ALTERATIONS PLUS. Clothing alterations. HOUSEKEEPING, Clean, Laundry, Cook, Shop and/or Gardening. 516 Wabash St., Michigan City. 219-874-0086. Have references. Call Mary at 219-325-9504. BANKRUPTCY Get a Fresh Start, Stop Lawsuits and Garnishment, FINAL TOUCH HOUSE CLEANING & WINDOW WASHING. or Stop Foreclosure. Call 219-879-ATTY (2889) Also offering 2 and 3 hr. cleaning. Reasonable prices with quality service. th Bankruptcy Atty. Doug Bernacchi • 215 W 8 St., MC, IN. Ref. Avail. Mention this ad for a 5% discount. Call Debbie at 219-879-1429. POOL SERVICE. Vacuum and check chemicals weekly. • QUALITY CLEANING • Satisfaction guaranteed; affordable, reliable, $120 per month plus cost of chemicals. 269-405-2293. and trustworthy. Attention to the details, cleaning your home or rental the JOHN’S COMPLETE AUTO DETAILING. Complete inside and out. way you would. Receive your free cleaning estimate today! $75 any size car, truck, van or suv. Call 219-861-2001. Bridget 219-241-9341. HOME HEALTH – CAREGIVERS - NANNIES HANDYMAN-HOME REPAIR-PLUMBING LIVE-IN CAREGIVERS AND MORE, INC. QUALITY CARPENTRY: Expert remodeling of kitchens, bathrooms. Local Employment Agency Also: doors, windows, skylights, ceramic tile, drywall, decks & repairs. helps people maintain their independence in the Small jobs welcome. Call Ed at 219/878-1791. security of their own homes since 1998 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • We provide: HIRE Sue’s HUSBAND • 7 days/24 hours care and attention • day or night shift assistance Is your list of household repair & maintenance projects growing? • limited medical/nursing services • medication management Small jobs welcome. - Quality Work. -- Call Ed Berent • meal preparation • light housekeeping @ 219/879-8200. Call Halina (219) 872-6221 leave message • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • An alternative to nursing home H & H HOME REPAIR • [email protected] JUST LIKE HOME We specialize in: • Carpentry • Finished Basements • New Baths • Decks • We provide assisted living in our homes. We are a private home • Electrical • Plumbing • Flooring • Ceramic Tile • Drywall/Painting w/4 residents to a home (one home specializes in Alzheimers). • Power Washing. Jeffery Human, owner -- 219/861-1990. Live-in Care (private room) $1,800/mo. BILL SMART – Carpentry • Electrical • Plumbing • Painting Adult Day Care (10 am-4 pm) at $40/day Winter watch service. For more information, call Sue 219-874-4891. Serving Harbor Country since 2001 • 269-469-4407 COMFORT KEEPERS HANDYMEN AT YOUR SERVICE. We can do most anything. Serving Providing Comforting Solutions For In-Home Care Northern Indiana since 1989. Call Finishing Touch, Inc. 219-872-8817. Homemakers, attendants, companions From 2 to 24 hours a day (including live-ins) Hard working American looking for work! Yard clean-ups, Personal emergency response systems power washing, home repairs and much more All of our compassionate caregivers are screened, Please contact Brian 219-861-8000 for fast free quotes. Thank You. bonded, insured, and supervised. BRUCE IRWIN FLOORING INSTALLATION Call us at 877/711-9800 Ceramic, Stone, Hardwood, Laminate, Sheet Vinyl, Carpet. Or visit www.comfortkeepers.com Free Estimates, Fully Insured. 20+ yrs. experience. EXPERIENCED CAREGIVER FOR THE ELDERLY. Avail. after May 1st. www.bruceirwinflooring.com • [email protected] Full time position, daily Mon-Fri. 8am-5pm. Excellent references. 219-742-3543 Please call Margaret Mansfield at 219-872-7113. RENT-A-MAN MAINTENANCE INC. Power Washing – siding - gutters – yard work – SELF IMPROVEMENT - INSTRUCTIONS moving/hauling – estate clean-up – floors (carpet or tile) ENTERTAINMENT & LESSONS, VOICE/INSTRUMENTS. int/ext. painting – drywall -- any odd job (no job too small) Call 219/872-1217. Serving your community for over 10 years. Free estimates – insured – bonded -- licensed HEALTH & PHYSICAL FITNESS Call us at 219-229-4474 • • • MASSAGE THERAPY & WELLNESS CENTER • • • EQUITY BUILDERS. Carpenter Contractors. Therapeutic Massage • Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine • Kitchens, Baths, Rec Rooms, Decks & Porches and more. Reflexology • Heated Stone Therapy • Salt Scrub • Pregnancy Massage • Ref. avail. Free est. Call 708-259-2108. • Healing Touch • Chair Massage & Wellness Programs for Business • Qigong • Personal Fitness • Gift Certificates GO GREEN CARPET CLEANING LLC www.wellness-specialists.com We clean carpet, area rugs, upholstery and air ducts 1026 N Karwick Rd. 219-879-5722 (Mon-Sat) 219-898-3222 • www.greencarpetcleaningllc.com For Evening/Weekend Appointments, Call our New Buffalo PREMIER POWER WASH Decks, Fences, Concrete, Houses. Location at the Harbor Grand Hotel 888-605-6800. Gutter Cleaning. Resealing available. Insured. Call 219-363-0475. CLEANING - HOUSEKEEPING SPRING CLEAN-UP. Clear out your clutter – basements, garages. Reasonable rates. Long Beach resident. Call Ed 219-229-3747. PERSONAL TOUCH CLEANING -- Homes - Condos - Offices. Day and afternoons available. - Call Darla at 219/879-2468. DIRCKS FLOORING • Sales, Repairs, Installations Family owned & operated • 30 yrs. • Fully insured FINISHING TOUCH: Residential & Specialty Cleaning Service All Your Flooring Needs • 708-310-0998 Professional - Insured - Bonded - Uniformed #1 in Customer Satisfaction. Phone 219/872-8817. PAINTING-DRYWALL-WALLPAPER THE Page 52 April 21, 2011

WISTHOFF PAINTING -- REFERENCES                            Small Jobs Welcome -- Call 219/874-5279 ADDIE’S LAWN MAINTENANCE & Power Wash Yard Clean-Up • JEFFERY J. HUMAN INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING & STAINING Mowing • Aeration • Thatching • Stain & Seal • Residential & Commercial Custom Decorating - Custom Woodwork - Hang/Finish Drywall Free Est. Call 219-879-2017 or 219-448-0900. Power Washing – Deck Services - Wallpaper Removal                            Insured. Ph. 219/861-1990. [email protected]   JIM’S LAWN CARE   THE A & L PAINTING COMPANY -- INTERIOR & EXTERIOR Free EstImates. Call 219-879-3733 -- Leave message. 20-YEARS EXPERIENCE. Also Power Wash, Seal & Paint Decks. • SANDCASTLE LANDSCAPING • Seniors (65+) 10% off labor. References. Reasonable. Phone or fax Mick Wulff Certified Arborist 219/778-4145. Cell phone days 219/363-5450 Spring Clean-Up • Mulch Projects • ROBERT ALLEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. – Painting & Decorating • Hardwood mulch $25/yard Interior-Exterior. Custom Painting. Wall Coverings. Drywall Repair Landscape Maintenance • Retaining Walls Insured. Competitive Rates. Reliable. Call 219-840-1581. • 219-878-3032 • [email protected] DUNIVAN PAINTING & POWERWASHING LAWN MOWING -- SPRING CLEAN-UP --- GUTTER CLEANING Interior/Exterior • Wallpaper Removal. Yard work, Odd jobs and property management. Call for details. Local. Exp. Insured. Reasonable Rates. Call Brian at 219-741-0481. CALL ABE at 219-210-0064. WAYNE’S PAINTING. From top to bottom, interior/exterior. Painting, ABC LAWN CARE staining, decks, pressure washing. Free est. Fully insured. 17 yrs. exp. See our 1/2 page ad this issue SALE ON EXTERIOR. 219-363-7877 days. Ask for Wayne. 219-874-CUTS (2887) MICHIANA PAINTING & PRESSURE CLEANING JEFF’S LAWN CUTTING & MAINTENANCE – “Heavenly Work at Int/Ext Painting – Decks – Siding – Sidewalks – Free Estimates Earthly Prices.” Call now for Spring Clean-up Savings. 219-872-7622. 219/221-5752. I WILL BEAT ANY PROFESSIONAL ESTIMATE BY 10%. RB’s SERVICES — leaf & tree removal, spring clean-up, haul LOYALTY FOR HIRE. Hardworking, honest painter. Interior/Exterior work away debris. In business over 24 yrs. Call Roger 219-561-4008. at competitive pricing. Insured. Free Estimates. Call Nick for a quick A-1 LANDSCAPING. Yard work, power washing, gutters & much more. quote at Fineline Painting & Maintenance 219-707-0257. Cheapest around, guaranteed, insured. Call Steve 219-229-4730. POWERWASHING – Decks, houses, patios, sidewalks, etc., 25 yrs. exp. CHRIS’ LAWN MAINTENANCE. Spring Clean-up. Free est. Yard work, mowing & raking. 219-879-0512 or 219-210-6436. Free estimates. Reasonable Prices. Call 219-380-2732. RENT-A-MAN MAINTENANCE INC. PAT’S TREE SERVICE. Interior/Exterior Painting – Siding & Gutters Complete tree and landscaping service. Hang/Finish Drywall – Trim Work Experts in storm damage. Licensed and insured. Free estimates. Flooring (ceramic, vinyl, carpet) Call 219-362-5058. Licensed – Bonded – Fully Insured Free Estimates (We accept Visa & MasterCard) WANT TO SELL Call us at (219) 229-4474 FILES • 4 DRWRS • USED • ALL STEEL • MC STORE ONLY - FIRME’S RELIABLE Handyman & PAINTING & STAINING Interior/Exterior, (2 Stores) 11th & Franklin Streets, Michigan City - 219/874-3455 Power Washing, Deck Repairs. 30 yrs. experience. Guaranteed repair all Hwy 12, Beverly Shores - Just West of Traffic Light - 219/874-4003 home issues, Ins., Great References, Reasonably Priced, 24 hr. Service, For Sale—Antiques: Twin Four Poster Beds $150; Men’s Oak Dresser No Job Too Small, FREE Estimates. Stephan Mull 219-879-7768. w/Mirror $175; Marble Top Ornate Side Table $200; Setee for Two $150; JOSEPH PAINTING – Interior/Exterior. Power Washing Mission Style Rocker/Leather Seat $125; Rattan Bench $75; Antique Drywall Repairs. Insured. Free est. 219-879-1121 or 219-448-0733. Table Top Clock $225. Call 219-874-1571. KT PAINTING. Power washing, construction, remodeling. 20 yrs. experi- LIKE NEW – (3) desks w/double drawers & overhead bins. ence. Free estimates. Call Chris 219-369-6671 or 630-291-7755. Current value-$1,200; asking $700 per desk set.  LANDSCAPE-Lawns-Clean Up, Etc.  (3) desk chairs w/wheels $100 each. (219) 874-7070. 30 FT. BOAT SLIP. ST. JOE/BENTON HARBOR. H & D TREE SERVICE and LANDSCAPING, INC. -- Pier 1000 Marina with clubhouse and pool. $9,500. 219-871-2655. Full service tree and shrub care. Trimming, planting, removal. Firewood, snowplowing, excavating. -- Call 872-7290. Bigger and better than ever…The Spring Girlfriend Sale, your ulti- FREE ESTIMATES mate woman’s resale clothing event is Sat 4/23 & 4/30 from 10-2 & Sun 5/1 famous ½ price sale from 12-4. Over 120 participants have cleaned HEALY’S LANDSCAPING & STONE their closets and submitted over 3,000+ items: designer & dressy pieces, 219/879-5150 www.healysland.com casual clothing all sizes, jewelry, and accessories selling at $5, $10, $15 and up. There is a fabulous boutique specialty section with new designer 218 State Road 212, Michigan City, IN items from Filoni in Oak Park, IL and Dora Jane, Harbert MI; tons and (Look for Big GREEN Wall) ¼ mi. s. of Hwy. 12 tons of jewelry, really great shoes, and lots of over sized items too! Bring a friend and come shop for incredible values and a whole lot of fun! **SPRING MADNESS SALE!!! ** Hardwood Shredded Bark Mulch Long Beach Community Center, 2501 Oriole Trail, Long Beach, IN. $21/Yard, Topsoil $21/Yard, Log Chips $21/Yard (While supplies Last, 219-861-6188. No Rain Checks) WANT TO BUY YOUR #1 STOP FOR ALL YOUR LANDSCAPING NEEDS! LONG BEACH HOME on or very near Lake Michigan. Call 815-207-1259. Landscape Design, Landscape Installation, Landscape Maintenance, Hardscaping, Spring Clean-ups, Lawn & Garden Maintenance, REAL ESTATE Perennials, Grasses, Shrubs, Trees, Aquatic Plants, Lawn Installation: Sod or Seed, Irrigation, Land Clearing, Trees trimmed/removal, COMMERCIAL – RENTALS/LEASE/SELL Dunegrass, Excavating, Ponds, Waterfalls, Firepits, Outdoor Kitchens, OFFICE SUITE. 3 private offices and reception area. Expenses, except Retaining Walls, Patios, Walkways, Flagstone, Bluestone, Decorative phone, paid. Well maintained, high traffic area. 2811 E. Michigan Blvd., gravel, Mushroom Compost, Decomposed Granite, Pavers, Boulders, Michigan City. (219) 879-9188, 879-2700. Stone veneer. NEW BUFFALO – 600 sq. ft. retail space. Charming. Garden and deck. On Whittaker St. Plenty of parking. Formerly Posh Resale. Aquatic Nursery and Fish now on site! “Aquatic Escapes” $685/mo. + util. Call for details 219-716-0011.

Licensed • Insured • Registered with BBB RENTALS INDIANA H & S Services Landscape & Garden Center HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH 2621 E US Hwy 12 Michigan City, IN 46360 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. Phone 219.872.8946 • Fax 219-879.5142 LONG BEACH COZY 3/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) See our ¼ page display ad this issue. Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/370-1745. THE April 21, 2011 Page 53

              DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB LAKEFRONT CONDOS -- 2 and 3 bedrooms. May–October -- $1,100 to $2,000 per wk. DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. HOUSE FOR RENT-OGDEN DUNES. Quiet semi-private beach community. 3BR, 1.5BA, sleeps 6+2. Gas BBQ, big deck, screened porch, A/C, Satellite TV, stereo, all linens. Sat/Sun rentals $1200. Great family location. Cell 219-730-6486, H 219-763-3088. Oriental Rugs • Boats • Upholstery CHARMING LONG BEACH TWO STORY HOME Windows • Power Washing Stop 20 - Newly redone - 4/BR, 2/Bath. Furnished - No Pets. Washer/dryer. 1/4 Block to beach. $850/mo + utilities. Ron Papke Avail Sept’10 - June ‘11 - Call 708/717-8883. 2501 Oriole Trail 219-608-3145 SHERIDAN BEACH YEAR ROUND RENTAL. 3BR, 3 blks. from lake. www.RonPapkeCarpetMaster.com Small but clean and updated. Stove, refrigerator, off-street parking. Long Beach, IN 46360 Broker/owner. Credit check. $795/mo. + util. Call 219-363-6818. CHARMING VINTAGE MICHIANA HOME – ¼ blk. from lake, Stop 37. One Call Cleans It All! Furn., 3BR, 2BA. Sleeps 8. C/A, frpl, screen porch, deck off master BR, all util except phone. $1,900/wk. For info email [email protected] Phone Judy 847-814-8215. ROOM FOR RENT. Microwave, refrigerator, private entrance. $300/month. Call 219-877-8773. 4BR. 3BA LUXURY MICHIANA LOG HOME. Walk to beach, park and tennis. Contact Tom at [email protected] Vacation Rental. 1BR apartment on the beach, Michigan City. 60 minutes from Chicago. $550/mo. All utilities included. Can be used as your vacation getaway. Contact Elizabeth with Coastal Properties. (219) 477-7063. SUMMER RENTAL – HOUSE ON STOP 16 ON THE BEACH! 3BR, 2.5BA, A/C, W/D, gas BBQ, big deck, great views! Nancy DiJohn All linens, beach chairs & towels. 19 Muirﬁ eld Drive $2,500/wk – add’l discount for June. Call 630-363-3176 Michigan City, IN 46360 LONG BEACH LAKEFRONT HOME. 3BR, 2.5BA, A/C, cable, DiJohn Design newly decorated, 80 ft. of beach frontage. By the week or month. 219.879.0234 Residential Interior Design Please call Jim at 773-405-9879. [email protected] “BEACH HOUSE” at Stop 33. 2 blocks from beach. Charming décor, beautiful surroundings, 4BR, 2BA, family room with fireplace. Patio, deck, sun porch. A/C, W/D. May thru September. No pets, no smoking. SEE IT AT VRBO.COM #262805. Call 708-784-9866. Marble & Granite SHERIDAN BEACH – charming knotty pine cottage. 4BR, 2BA. C/A, cable. ½ blk. to beach. Close to park, zoo and shopping. Ping pong and Restoration & Maintenance foosball for those rainy days. $1,200/wk. Call Pam 708-383-2635. Polishing ❖ Scratch Removal ❖ Stain Removal  REAL ESTATE FOR SALE  Grout Cleaning & Refreshing LAKEFRONT CONDOS. Beautiful, brand new condos, 2 or 3BR, Historical Restorations ❖ Counter Tops 2 full BA, fitness center, pool, boardwalk, boat docks and balconies Floors ❖ Fireplaces overlooking Pine Lake. Starting at just $239,900. ❖ ❖ ❖ Call Laurel at Outlook Cove Condos, LaPorte, IN (219) 362-7722. Limestone Lapis Slate Onyx GOLF VIEW TOWNHOMES AT LEGACY RIDGE. Custom golf course Serving Illinois, Indiana & Michigan living at its finest. 44 units on Holes 15, 16 & 17 of Legacy Hills Golf Course in LaPorte, IN. 2/3BR, 2BA, 2-1/2-car attached garage, swimming Visit us at TileFXStone.Com pool, fitness center, clubhouse with community room. Single level living. Prices start at $279,900. For info, call 219-362-7722. LONG BEACH POINTE UPPER LEVEL 2BR CONDO. 1.888.870.TILE (8453) CALL 219-221-6710. 1817 Lake Shore Dr., Sheridan Beach. Entertain by the beach. Single family home with 2 units on LSD. Upstairs is a 2BR, 2BA and downstairs a studio with full kitchen. Deck with bar and lake views. Steps to beach. $525,000. Please call for more information 847-274-9800. Sandcastle Landscaping & Tree Care Lake County Spring Bird Count MULCH PROJECTS SPRING Hardwood Mulch Tues., May 10, 7 p.m. Pre-count meeting. & Wood Chips Sat., May 14, all day spring count CLEAN-UP Available At the pre-count meeting territories in the county will be assigned. Meet at Gibson Woods Nature Pre- 422 Pinewood Drive serve, 6201 Parrish Ave., Hammond, IN. Don’t be Michiana Shores intimidated if you are a beginner, you can be teamed Mick Wulff Indiana 46360 up with those who have more experience. For more [email protected] (219) 878-3032 information, phone 219/844-3188. THE Page 54 April 21, 2011

It’s fi nally Spring! Wonderful, beautiful, faith af- The Velveteen Rab- fi rming Spring. Whether you’re Christian, Jewish, bit or How Toys Be- any religion, or even not religious, Spring holds come Real by Margery many reasons we all feel more alive in this time of Williams, illustrated by year than any other. Spring is truly a renewal of Michael Hague (Henry life--bushes, trees, fl owers...all come bursting forth Holt and Company, $7.99) in the Spring with the message that, yes, there is This is a paperback, over- life after Winter! The bright colors of Spring fl owers sized version of the classic can only bring miles of smiles to winter weary fac- that has been the favorite es, faces that can now lift to a warmer, sunnier sky of generations of children. fi lled with the smells of the awakening earth and “There was once a vel- the cheerful chirping of birds as they gather twigs veteen rabbit, and in the and branches to make their Springtime nests. beginning he was really Yes, dear readers, I’m currently high on life! splendid.” Even the April showers are welcome as they tease Given as a Christmas gift to a little boy, the rab- the earth to send forth their tender shoots of new bit soon became the boy’s constant companion. growth to start the cycle of life all over again... Whether playing in the garden, or snuggled up with And what personifi es the season more than a cute the boy in his bed at night, life seemed perfect to the bunny? So, this week I’ve decided to showcase three stuffed creature until the boy became very sick... adorable bunny books for your little ones, and a new The power of love and a little magic brings a hap- Fancy Nancy book for your elementary age girls. py ending to the story that is so eternal children for Enjoy them with your children--they won’t be little many more years to come will count this as one of forever, you know! their favorite childhood memories. The illustrations 10 Easter Egg are done in soft colors that perfectly complement Hunters by Ja- this special story. net Schulman, Fancy Nancy Aspiring Artist by Jane illustrated by O’Connor and Robin Preiss Glasser, authors Linda Davick and illustrators (Harper, (Alfred A. Knoft, $12.99) Listed as being for $8.99) This hard- 4-7 year-olds, the Fancy cover book is a Nancy series has been a treasure to pass children’s favorite since on to generations their fi rst appearance to come. As the some nine books ago! fi rst page notes, This isn’t a bunny book “Wake up, Bunny. or an especially Spring Move those legs. book, but it’s brand new You’ve not much time to hide those eggs!” As you and so shiny with its glit- read each rhyming page, watch your children learn ter covered cover, I couldn’t to count as they hunt for the colorful Easter eggs on resist! each page. It’s great fun for all! “It’s spring vacation, so The Tale of Peter Rabbit by Beatrix Potter I should be ecstatic, joyous, carefree. (Those are all (F. Warne & Co., $6.99) This is fancy words for happy.) But I’m not. Bree and her a small, hardcover edition of family just left for New York City, the glamour capi- the beloved story of baby rab- tal of the world.” bits Mopsy, Flopsy, Cotton-tail And that’s why Fancy Nancy is sad. Mom to the and Peter who were sent out rescue with a brand new box of glitter markers! to pick blackberries by their “What a splendid parent my mother is!” (Of course mother. She warned them to we are!) Fancy Nancy decides to open her own art stay out of the farmer’s gar- studio and the reader will love learning about some den, but did Peter listen? Of famous artists. This book will get your child’s cre- course not! Children will love ative juices fl owing...and doesn’t that just spell hearing of Peter’s adventure Spring?! and maybe even learn a lesson Till next time, happy reading and enjoy every about listening to your mother! minute of this special season! THE April 21, 2011 Page 55

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

$214,900 $549,500

2231 Island Drive, The Shores 124 S. Merrivale, Beverly Shores Wake up with the early morning sunrise from the Master Bedroom Nature Lovers Dream Getaway! Only a 10 minute stroll from the beach, this Hideaway window overlooking beautiful Lake Claire. This condo being the largest features 3 BR’s, 4 BA’s and multiple decks perfect for entertaining! A spacious screened of the many units features 2 BR's and an extra Den. Master Bath has porch is the perfect spot for a mid-afternoon nap swaying in the woodland breeze. The been remodeled to include a Whirlpool Tub, and new ceramic tile. Master Suite is accompanied by spacious Jacuzzi tub and luxury walk in closet. Two Grand Whether you are enjoying an evening in the Great Room in front of the Fireplaces are the perfect places for lounging with a great book or viewing the Mighty Oaks gas ﬁreplace or sipping coffee from the deck enjoying the sunrise, you throughout full length glass. Come and see this amazing property, one I promise you will will love the ease and convenience of the this single level Condominium. not forget!!! Visit www.MerrionRealty.com or use QR Code to access a virtual tour! Tricia Meyer @ 219-871-2680 Tricia Meyer @ 219-871-2680

$299,000 $351,000

2817 Roslyn Trail, Long Beach 2907 Summit Drive, Long Beach Serenity Awaits You in this Beautiful 4 BR, 2.5 BA Tree-House like home Doesn't get better than this sprawling 4 BR, 2 BA bi-level redwood hilltop home in Long in Long Beach! Everything has been done - just bring your furniture Beach! Oversized family room with fireplace, main floor laundry and a humongous rec room are a few of the reasons you'll love this property! Escape into your very and settle down for tons of fun!!! Neutral colors and hardwood floors own private retreat in the gorgeous wooded backyard! A delightful patio perfect for throughout. Low maintenance inside and out with a circular drive for entertaining round out this property PLUS it's Less than 2 blocks to the beach! If you ample parking! Enjoy privacy on the back deck, or relax on the front are visiting us online through QR Code or @ www.MerrionRealty.com be sure to deck on the warm summer nights! check out what the Agent caught on video when he was visiting the property! Debbie Burke @ 219-221-0006 David Angus @ 219-898-7009 Calling All Parents: Stop in today to pick up an entry form for our Coloring Contest!

@MerrionRealty www.facebook.com/MerrionRealty Debbie Burke, GRI, ABR, RECS 219-221-0006 Ed Merrion*, CRS, GRI 219-898-6428 Jim Laughlin 312-835-6604 Nancy Marlow 219-363-1835 Dave Angus 219-898-7009 JuliAnn Merrion 219-221-2367 Joe Gazarkiewicz 219-861-3750 Cathy Blum 574-292-3748 Tricia Meyer 219-871-2680 Teresa Roldan 317-410-7935 Michele Cihak*, ABR 219-861-2073 *Licensed in IN & MI THE Page 56 April 21, 2011

CENTURY 21 Long Beach Realty 1401 Lake Shore Drive ~ 3100 Lake Shore Drive 219.874.5209 ~ 219.872.1432 www.c21longbeachrealty.com

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410 Lake Shore Drive Krueger Road Fresh new price for a bright and wonderful beach home. Construction is moving along. Doors and windows are Luxurious treetop decks for outdoor relaxing. Low installed, siding is going on. Interior design elements are maintenance landscaping in courtyard-like yard. Two sided starting to take shape. 4 bedrooms and 4 baths of sparkling ﬁreplace warms the heart and the home. $319,900 new house is waiting for you. $399,900

180 B Lake Shore Drive Enjoy the surf and sand at the private association beach, work out in the exercise room and enjoy the security of a gated entry. Have a peaceful drink on the screened porch. 1916 Lake Shore Drive $269,000 Vintage lakeside cottage at Stop 12 beach. Private path for beach access. Panoramic views and knotty pine paneling lend to the historic charm. 16 x 30 ft deck. 4 bedrooms, 3 baths. $649,000

Doug Waters*, Principal Broker, GRI 877-7290 Beverly Bullis*, GRI 872-3216 Chris Schable 219-851-3252 Sandy Rubenstein*, Managing Broker, 879-7525 Tom Cappy* 874-6396 Zakaria Elhidaoui 219-448-1052 June Livinghouse*, Broker Associate, ABR, GRI 878-3888 Richard Klare 872-0947 Lee DeLorme 269-428-1103 Sylvia Hook*, Broker Associate, CRS, GRI 871-2934 Rosemary Braun 879-9029 *Licensed in Michigan and Indiana

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Doug Waters* Sandy GRI 123 T Rubenstein* Principal Broker Each Ofﬁce Is Independently Owned and Operated Managing Broker