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THE TM 911 Franklin Street Weekly Newspaper Michigan City, IN 46360 Volume 23, Number 28 Thursday, July 19, 2007 Eight Days of 4-H! at the 162nd LaPorte County Fair by Cherie Davich The 4-H Club has events all day, every day from Saturday, July 21st through Saturday, July 28th at the 162nd LaPorte County Fair, Indiana’s old- est fair. The following is a day by day breakdown of the forthcoming events, everything from scarecrow judging to Rockabilly entertainers. SATURDAY, JULY 21st The fair’s festivities will begin on Saturday July 21st at 8 a.m. with a rabbit show. The fl uffy little white-tailed creatures will be hopping their way 4-H Junior Leaders into spectators’ hearts. The rabbit exhibition is a soft way to set in motion eight days of animal ex- hibits, auctions, special events, music, and carnival rides. On this fi rst day, there will be a mini bicycle rodeo and the display of animals in the pet parade The soft and cuddly Rabbit Exhibit that should not be missed. SUNDAY, JULY 22nd The day starts at 9 a.m. on Sunday, July 22nd with not just any tractor pull, but an antique trac- tor pull. The added “pull and tug” is that there is no admission fee. For those who do not miss church on any given Sunday, a non-denominational church service will be held at the School House - Pioneer Land. There will not only be 4-H livestock view- ing, but needlepoint and hand-crafted creations to examine throughout the day. For those who enjoy watching cars smash into each other on purpose, make sure to crash the Demolition Derby at 7 p.m. MONDAY, JULY 23rd The main act, the 4-H Club, starts out Monday, July 23rd with several animal viewing choices and A 2006 judge the option to observe the judging of numerous proj- evaluates a fl ower ects. The choices are endless and last the entire day arrangement for a ribbon from 8 a.m. till 6 p.m. Fair-goers can take in and learn about gardening, science, agriculture and hor- ticulture exhibits, and see the entire judging pro- cess. In the evening, the thrilling carnival rides can be ridden while listening to the fi rst FREE show, “Jeff Brown & The Dixieland Band.” Three more bands will follow, lasting until late in the evening. If anyone missed the Demolition Derby on Sunday night, Monday offers another one at 7p.m. Fair Continued on Page 2 THE Page 2 July 19, 2007 THE 911 Franklin Street • Michigan City, IN 46360 219/879-0088 • FAX 219/879-8070 In Case Of Emergency, Dial e-mail: News/Articles - [email protected] email: Classifieds - [email protected] http://www.thebeacher.com/ PRINTED WITH Published and Printed by TM Trademark of American Soybean Association THE BEACHER BUSINESS PRINTERS Delivered weekly, free of charge to Birch Tree Farms, Duneland Beach, Grand Beach, Hidden 911 Shores, Long Beach, Michiana Shores, Michiana MI and Shoreland Hills. The Beacher is also Subscription Rates delivered to public places in Michigan City, New Buffalo, LaPorte and Sheridan Beach. 1 year $38 6 months $21 3 months $13 1 month $6.50 Fair Continued from Page 1 TUESDAY, JULY 24th Bring in the swine. If the coffee did not wake you up, the squealing pigs will at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, July 24th. After seeing the animals all day, the spe- cial price of $20 for unlimited carnival rides begins at 5 p.m. ending at 11 p.m. There will also be two more FREE bands and another derby with a twist. The now traditional 7 p.m. derby will be driven, not into ground, but into a fi gure 8 for the specta- tors’ amusement. After the show, fairgoers’ cars will crowd Route 2 in the nightly derby to get home. WEDNESDAY, JULY 25th In the middle of the actual week, which is also right in the middle of the eight day fair, the beef “I am the cutest.” “No, I am.” and dairy livestock will steer observers to more of what the 4-H has worked for all year. They have the opportunity to now show off. The members of the 4-H will have their animals judged and they will be rewarded for their efforts. The judges will be sam- pling tasty, sugary pies to determine the best tex- ture, taste, and fl akiness. The question is on every- one’s mind, will the crowd be able to taste the round fruity pies? On this Wednesday, July 25th there will be two other bands to listen to and of course an opportunity to take another spin on the “Tilt a Whirl.” THURSDAY, JULY 26th On the sixth day, Thursday, July 26th is the day to save $3 on carnival rides by getting coupons from McDonald’s or radio station WEFM 95.9. This day The Dairy and Livestock awaits the Judging. is also to be smoke free. Thursday has been deemed the “Smoke Out” day, no smoking allowed. There will be the livestock judging events during the day and a game of Bingo before the nightly entertain- ment. There will also be a free photo op with Ronald McDonald at 7 p.m. FRIDAY, JULY 27th Only two days left. Friday, July 27th will be packed full of 4-H animal judging and auctions. There will be an opportunity to bid and take home poultry, ducks, geese, turkey, goats, sheep, rabbits, milk fresh from a dairy cow, and even beef. There will be two FREE bands and the headliner, “Darryl Worley”, a country music singer. The charge is only $20 for Grandstand seating and $25 for Box/Patio & Track Seats. Take another spin on the Tilt-A-Whirl. THE July 19, 2007 Page 3 Open ‘til 6 p.m. Evenings www.littlehousefashions.comElegant Apparel for the [email protected] Conscious Woman Women’s Apparel TENT SALE Family enjoying the carnival’s mouse game SATURDAY, JULY 28th The last and fi nal day on Saturday, July 28th con- sists of completing the judging, a draft horse show, $5-$50 and all the handmade crafts being auctioned off to the highest bidder. The carnival rides will be taking Values Up to $400 their fi nal spin as well. The last evening of the eight day stint will end with a FREE concert by the “Chi- cago Bluegrass Band featuring Kenny Stone.” Discontinued Items & Patterns Vera 25% The Draft Horse Show Bradley OFF BREAKOUT: To view where the different events will be held, either contact the LaPorte County Fair Association on where to pick up a fl yer or visit their website to Suggested Retail Price view all events in detail. The tri-fold schedule not only lists the event, date, time, and some informa- tion, but lays out the map of the Fairgrounds in de- tail. For more information please visit their website, www.laportecountyfair.org or call 219-362.2647. The fair is located at LaPorte County Fairgrounds, 2581 W. State Road, LaPorte, IN. SUMMER CLEARANCE DIRECTIONS FROM THE EAST: From I-80 E / I-90 E / INDIANA TOLL exit 39, US-421 Michigan City/ Westville. 409409 Alexander Alexander Street Street, LaPorte,LaPorte, IN IN 326-8602326-8602 Turn RIGHT onto US-421 On Hwy 35 - 5 Blocks South of Lincolnway TurnTurn Rightright on AlexanderAlexander Turn LEFT onto IN-2. Monday-FridayMonday - Friday 10 am 9:30 to 6 topm 7 Saturday Saturday 9:30 9:30 am to to 5 5 pm Arrive at 2581 W State Road 2, La Porte, IN THE Page 4 July 19, 2007 Auditions for Orchestra and Chorus Symphony Orchestra Audition Dates Set The Northwest Indiana Symphony Orchestra and Music Director/Conductor Kirk Muspratt announce auditions for the 2007-2008 concert season. The orchestra will be auditioning for violins and violas on Sept. 5, 2007, and principal trumpet on Sept. 6, 2007. To audition, please send a resume to Karen Dickelman, Personnel Manager, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, IN, 46321 or e-mailKaren@NISOrchestra. org. Visit www.NISOrchestra.org for repertoire. Symphony Chorus Audition Dates Auditions for the Northwest Indiana Symphony Chorus’ 2007-2008 concert season will take place on Fri., Aug. 24 from 2-9 p.m. and Fri., Aug. 31 from 2- 9 p.m. at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts, 1040 Ridge Road, Munster, IN. Previous choral experience is recommended. Vo- cal range, aural abilities, rhythmic comprehension and sight reading will be tested; no prepared vocal selection is required. The 120-voice chorus, under the direction of Dr. Nancy Menk, performs regularly with the North- west Indiana Symphony Orchestra. Weekly re- hearsals are on Tuesday evenings, 7:30-10:00 p.m., at the Center for Visual and Performing Arts, and will begin on Tues., Sept. 4th. Phone the Orchestra offi ce at (219) 836-0525 to set up an audition. 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