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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

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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

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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 326-8602 326-8602 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. THE July 19, 2007 Page 5

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What traditional activity at 7 a.m. on the Fourth merly of De Motte) was also at the table; her maiden of July in Long Beach always draws a large crowd? name was Barker (easier to spell than her current Of course, it’s the Ninth Annual 5K Race/Walk start- name). She said, “My son, Michael, is running this ed by Hal Higdon, continued by his son, Kevin, and race!” now run by his grandson, Kyle! Apparently one pur- Outside, the people were arriving and warming up pose of running the race early is to avoid the heat for the early morning event. It was wet, but at least and to give participants time to have a break before it was not raining! I photographed a family group of the parade begins and other Long Beach 4th of July Davises with their Aunt Kay Bauerle whose maiden activities occur. name was Davis; she is from Fort Wayne. The girls So, for me it means setting my alarm clock ear- are Alex, Camille, Mary, and Amy Davis. Their Dad, ly and hurrying to the Long Beach Town Center John Davis, went to Long Beach School; they are to see the race for myself and cover the story for now from Indianapolis. A comment from the group The Beacher. Luckily, this year the earlier rain had was, “Who’d have thought it would be raining this cooled things off somewhat, yet it was not raining morning?” for the actual race.

(l. to r.) Alex & Camille Davis, Aunt Kay Bauerle, Mary & Amy Davis are ready for the 5K Race. One man warming up was taking two steps and Behind the table are: (l. to r.) Kevin & Camille Higdon with Susan Vissing, a hop to aid his pre-race getting ready. I spoke with whilc Nancy Gillis & Virlynn Ordziejewski sign in for the 4th of July Race. Sharon Darrell of Michigan City who was one of my Inside the Town Center, Kevin & Camille Higdon coworkers at Anco. She said, “I run in the mornings, and Susan Vising were manning the sign-in table but not very long. I hope I fi nish today and that I’m where a donation of $5.00 was being collected. Nan- not last! My youngest son is also running today.” cy Gillis of Waconda, Illinois, was signing her name. And then, suddenly, it was race time! The partici- She told me, “I get here every year. We’ve been try- pants were requested to register inside if they hadn’t ing to train to get in shape for running the race be- done so and then to line up behind the starting line. cause it’s a lot of fun!” The course of the race was explained to those ready Virlynn Ordziejewski now of Michigan City (for- to run or walk. And then, they were off!

And they’re all off to a running start! THE July 19, 2007 Page 11 A few of us waited for the runners and walkers First women to complete the race were Mary and to return. Rose Higdon said, “We were a little wor- Amy Davis, who tied for this rank. The third woman ried with the rain but hope it clears up for the pa- was Megan May of Michigan City. rade.” Susan Vissing told me that there were about I photographed Nora and Carl Kelly from Long 75 participants. She said, “We’re a little bit down Beach with Mary and Meredith Kowalski of Lin- today since we usually have about 125 people.” Hal colnshire whose mother, Michelle, was running the and Rose’s grandson, Wesley, was the Higdon in race. They were all waiting for Michelle to come in. charge today. He’s a junior in high school. His older Another family group, with three generations, was brother, Kyle, will be in college at Notre Dame this Sean and Karen Nolan of Fort Wayne with Marcia fall. Mom, Camille, was the timekeeper, while Dad, and Rees Kirby of Kansas City, Missouri. Sean, the Kevin, rode his bike ahead of the runners/walkers. son of Karen, wore crocs and ran in the adult race. Sister, Holly, also participated in the 5K Race. They were enjoying their day in Long Beach. Before those of us left behind realized enough time had elapsed, the fi rst to fi nish were returning. First man was Kyle Higdon, with a time of 15:31, carrying on the Higdon tradition of competing and winning races. Second man to fi nish was Phil Latch- ford, with Wesley Higdon coming in third, and Chris Lehmann behind him in fourth place.

(l. to r.) Sean & Karen Nolan (Fort Wayne) with Marcia & Rees Kirby of Kansas City, Missouri. I also spoke with David Ayars, son of Ginny Ayars, who was here for the race and to visit his mom. And, coming in near the last of those returning, was Hal Higdon, who is still competing in many races, but especially this 5K, 4th of July race, which tradition- ally draws not only the Higdons but many others with roots in Long Beach. Nora & Carl Kelly of Long Beach with Mary & Meredith Kowalski of Lincolnshire wait for the girls’ mother, Michelle, to run the race. Race Continued on Page 12

First women to fi nish the race are The race winner is Kyle Higdon! Second man to fi nish the race is Phil Latchford. Mary & Amy Davis in a tie! THE Page 12 July 19, 2007

Race Continued from Page 11 Gabby Reese (4) from Houston, Texas, were two competitors. “Get some T-shirts, ‘cause we don’t want to give these out next year!” was the last word to the run- ners. And then they were off, to the other fabulous 4th of July activities in Long Beach, Indiana, with their friends and families to have a marvelous time once again!

Hal Higdon (second from left) returns from the 5K 4th of July Race. Free bottles of water were available as were free T-shirts, courtesy of The Higdons. 5K Race Certifi - cates (from The Beacher Business Printers) were distributed to the race competitors. Finally, the children’s race! Two laps around the circle drive in front of The Long Beach Town Cen- ter. Only a few children competed, but they enjoyed A few children are ready to run their two-lap circle race this race especially for them. Hartley Reese (8) and in front of the Long Beach Town Center.

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n in-ground pool sheila carlson n 3 short blocks to beach n 5 bdrms 3.5 baths n over 1/3 acre n great rental selling homes inc 219.874.1180 n $472,000 219.861.3702 cell [email protected] licensed in IN/MI THE Page 16 July 19, 2007 Three Oaks Library Open House The Three Oaks Township Public Library Muse- um will host an open house on Sat., July 21, 6-9 p.m. MI time. The Executive Committee offi cers will give a report to the community on the past year’s accom- plishments. Refreshments will be provided and the multi-talented balladeer/guitarist Jim Malosh will provide the evening’s entertainment. The Museum’s Special Exhibit for July and Au- gust is Three Oaks Schools Memorabilia. Former class members are encouraged to visit the exhibi- tion when they attend one of the many upcoming school reunions. The Museum is located on the sec- ond fl oor of the Public Library at 3 North Elm Street and is open during normal Library hours. The Museum does not receive funds from Three Oaks Township, the Village of Three Oaks or from the Library. The Museum relies on individual dona- tions from private citizens and raises funds through special events and sales of items, such as miniature “Dewey” cannons, Three Oaks license plate frames and 2007 commemorative buttons. If you would like to support the Museum, contributions can be mailed to or dropped off at the Three Oaks Town- ship Public Library.

Erik Nieman, Three Oaks Township Librarian, holds a 1920s picture of Three Oaks Elementary School students.

Free Family Film at Washington Park The Michigan City Public Library and the City of Michigan City are bringing family fi lms to the Jay- cee Stage in Washington Park this summer. “Open Season” will be shown Fri., July 20. This animated fi lm is the story of a grizzly bear named Boog, who is domesticated by a park ranger named Beth. After a misunderstanding, Beth is con- vinced that Boog is reverting to his wild nature and releases him in the woods just as hunting season begins. The ensuing fun has the fur fl ying as Boog gets other animals to help in driving the hunters out of the forest. The movie begins right after sunset (about 8:30 p.m.). The fi lm is free, but cars will be subject to regular parking charges. The last fi lm in the series will be “Night at the Museum” on Aug. 10. THE July 19, 2007 Page 17

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by Charles McKelvy When Robert Hauch gave his salutatory address They were all smiles because it was a great day at the New Buffalo Area High School’s Commence- for the Bison what with a large class of 75 that gar- ment Exercises on June 10, he was addressing four nered some $322,000 in scholarships and a farewell generations of his family who, like him, graduated address by beloved New Elementary School Prin- with honors from New Buffalo. cipal Robert Heit who is retiring after 35 years of service to public education.

New Buffalo Elementary School Principal Robert Heit addresses the Robert Hauch was the fourth generation of his family to graduate with New Buffalo High School Class of 2007. He is retiring after honors from New Buffalo High School. He is shown here giving 35 years of service to public education. the Salutatory Address to the Class of 2007. Heit, who had plenty of hugs for the graduates, Salutatorian Robert Hauch, who will study Engi- said he was “humbled and surprised” when he was neering at Hope College in the fall, followed in the asked to be the Class of 2007’s guest speaker. He footsteps of his sister Laura who was Valedictorian challenged the graduates to view the world in a pos- in 2004, his mother Tammy Hauch who was Salu- itive way, noting “it’s all about perceptions.” He con- tatorian in 1980, his grandmother Sandi Stick who cluded his remarks with quotes from a book many of was Valedictorian in 1961; his great-aunt Diane the graduates had read at New Buffalo Elementary Kerns who was Valedictorian in 1967; and his great- School, Oh, The Places You’ll Go by Dr. Suess. grandmother Eleanor Nimtz who was Salutatorian Eric Mrozek, Scott Witcher, and Eric Zavesky in 1942 during World War II. shared the valedictory honors and each addressed After Robert Hauch told his fellow graduates their class and guests. Eric Zavesky said: “We are “that it was time to move on to bigger and better one step closer to independence” and added, “we things,” the family gathered for a four-generational have the knowledge needed for the next step to our portrait. future.”

A historic gathering of New Buf- falo honors graduates from the same family, (from left to right): Class of 2007 Salutatorian Robert Hauch, Robert’s mother Tammy Hauch who was Salutatorian in 1980; his great- grandmother Eleanor Nitz who was Salutatorian in 1942; his great-aunt Diane Kerns who was Valedictorian in 1967; Robert’s grandmother Sandi Stick who was Valedictorian in 1961, and his sister Laura Hauch who was Valedictorian in 2004. THE July 19, 2007 Page 19

Codi Gropp was graduated from New Buffalo High School with highest honors. She will continue her studies at Southwestern Michigan College and plans a career in medical research. The Class of 2007 chose Ghandhi’s quote “We must become the change we want to see” and had it mounted over the stage for all to see. Their class fl ower was the tulip, and as Salutatorian Robert Hauch said, they were all prepared to make smart decisions as they left their alma mater.

It’s not over until the graduates toss their hats in the air.

Graduate Emily Jackson (right) with her mother, Kim Bursma. THE Page 20 July 19, 2007 Lubeznik Center’s New Exhibit Focuses on Environmental Art Artist Kirk Rademaker will create a monumen- “The Nature of Art”, will bring together sixteen tal sand sculpture at the Lubeznik Center at the regional and national artists, who are inspired by parking lot on the North side of the building. A fun the environment, both natural and man-made, to be beach pastime for most has become a profession for featured in the Lubeznik Center for the Arts’ Hynd- Rademaker. A simple trip to the beach to make a man Gallery from July 21 to September 2. sandcastle 10 years ago has taken the artist to Tur- The exhibition, curated by Elizabeth Kelley key, Portugal, Belgium, Spain, Austria, Costa Rica, Karpowicz, includes artworks crafted of materials Mexico, Finland and Canada. He has worked with gathered from nature alongside imagery which doc- inner city kids, Hollywood stars, corporate groups uments our precarious relationship with the envi- and charities. $5 admission donation. See Kirk’s ronment. Artwork that speaks to the natural and work athttp://www.sandguy.com/. environment issues of the Midwest, especially In- The World Drum Circle (on the lawn of the Lu- diana, will be featured. The exhibit is sponsored by beznik Center) - July 29. 2-4 p.m. Friends of the Lubeznik Center. The drumming circle is part of the World Drum Artists: Ann Bondurant Trinkle of Roanoke, VA; Project, now traveling to 16 countries. These drum- Gary Gordon of Beverly Shores, IN; Joseph Konkhe ming ceremonies address environmental concerns of Evanston, IL; Kirk Rademaker of Santa Cruz, for the Earth, and bind people together across bor- CA; Julie Tourtillotte & William Tourtillotte of ders of distance, race and religion. The World Drum South Bend, IN; as well as Cathi Bouzide, Adam is being brought to Michigan City & LaPorte Coun- Brooks, Barbara Cooper, Bill Friedman, Michelle ty by Rev. Marilee A. Snyder-Nieciak of Sage Spirit Keim, Dessa Kirk, Jin Lee, Hugh Musick, David R. Terra. Bring your drums & rattles, as well as water, Nelson, and Sydia Reyes of Chicago, IL. chair or blanket.Sponsored by The Lubeznik Center “The Nature of Art” Opening Reception will be for the Arts and Patty’s Picks, Union Pier, MI. Sat., July 21 from 7-9 p.m. Also plan on attending A $3 donation is requested for educational pro- the many educational programs in conjunction with grams unless otherwise indicated; LCA members the exhibit-Here are several: admitted free. The Lubeznik Center for the Arts, Sand Man - July 22, 2 p.m. 101 W. 2nd St., Michigan City. Phone 219-874-4900 See a pile of sand transform into art! California or visitwww.lubeznikcenter.org for more details.

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9 4121 S. Franklin St. next to Rodini’s Restaurant

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133 Shorewood Dr., Long Beach 2801 Brentwood Way, Long Beach 5922 W. Johnson Rd., LaPorte Fantastic 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo in Long Beach You will find a lot of character in this 1924 brick cottage. Over 6000 sq. ft. of luxury living between LaPorte & on Lake Claire. The house is perfect & the view is This home offers 3-4 bedrooms, 2 baths, fireplace, deck Michigan City with LaPorte Schools. Built by Dick Mi- unbelievable! Open concept, vaulted and a great enclosed porch. Many updates gnery. 1500 Sq. foot guest home. Main over the years including the mechanicals ceilings, 4 season porch and great home has 4 or 5 bedrooms, 5 baths & and the roof. Just a block or so in from stop court yard! #188583 $529,000 28 beach and about 2 blocks from the town 4 fireplaces. Lots of granite, custom 1 Call Larry Middleton @ 874-2121 hall for the 4th of July festivities! Home everything! 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Soaring 3-story glass comes you to a wonderland with fountain, brook, bridge and decorated and fully furnished. This condo block atrium houses graceful spiral staircase leading to roof- slate paths, centered by the Gazebo and hot tub. Overlook has a gourmet kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 2 full top sunroom & over 1300 sq ft of ADDITIONAL entertaining the extensively landscaped property from a 15’x20’ deck off baths and the best of everything in upgrades. space w/panoramic lake views. All new stainless gourmet the main level. Balconies off the master bedroom and main 50’ Dock with 27,000# boat dock lift at the kitchen. Additionally, lower level has fully equipped kitchen, level offer peaceful privacy. The wet bar, selectable sound front of your condo. Gated entry with pool bath & theatre room ideal for related living, separate rental, or system, and spiral staircase to the game room are the spice butler’s quarters. p.s. Nice low taxes! #175660 $849,000 Rick and tennis court. #180879 $369,000 Roger Christine for summer fun and entertainment. #191312 $724,500 Remijas Call Roger Miller @ 874-2121 ext. 38 Miller Call Christy Facciponti @ 874-2121 ext. 25 Facciponti Ask for Rick @ 874-2121 ext. 36 THE Page 22 July 19, 2007 JA Volunteer of the Year Open Yourself Totally... to Wellness! SERVICES INCLUDE: The Massage Therapy • Therapeutic massage & Wellness Center is the area’s leader in providing • Acupuncture clinic professional wellness • Chinese herbal programs. If you have medicine experienced holistic care, • Heated stone therapy you’ll be impressed by • Salt scrub the exceptional quality • Healing touch and scope of our services. • Personal fitness If you’ve never even had • Qigong a massage before, try us. From left to right are: Chip Claussen (President of the JA board of Direc- • Reflexology Wellness is the total you! tors), Rudy Kohn (Area Coordinator, JA), Sylvester, Cindy Gesse (Edge- • Programs for business, wood 2nd grade teacher) and Peg Mansfi eld (2nd grade teacher). including chair massage On July 9 Sylvester Barnes received the fi rst • Pregnancy massage Junior Achievement Volunteer of the Year award, • Gift certificates which was presented at the Michigan City Cham- ber of Commerce quarterly meeting. Sylvester, who 1026 North Karwick Road Michigan City, Indiana 46360 taught two second grade classes at Edgewood School, 219-879-5722 was nominated for the award by teachers Peg Man- At The Harbor Grand Hotel sfi eld and Cindy Gesse. This was the fourth year 888-605-6800 www.wellness-specialists.com in a row that Sylvester’s taught two second grade classes at Edgewood. In nominating Sylvester, Mrs. Gesse and Mrs. Mansfi eld said that he was “a very positive role model for the students”, and they were especially Interested in impressed with the way that he connected with the students and with the high degree of dedication Becoming a Volunteer? that he showed to the class. Sylvester knows how to communicate with the kids on their level, and how to get the message across. When he’s not teaching a Junior Achievement class, Sylvester is the Director of Pharmacy at Volunteer opportunities St. Anthony Memorial, where he’s worked for the last 10 years. He started volunteering for Junior are available at Achievement in 1998 after attending a presentation Saint Anthony Memorial. that was made at one of the monthly hospital lead- For more information ership meetings. Junior Achievement is proud to have Sylvester as call Shirley Sjoberg at a volunteer, and they appreciate his commitment to (219) 877-1421. JA and to the Michigan City Area School System. Please help them honor Sylvester Barnes as the 2006-07 Volunteer of the Year.

Great Books at MC Public Library The next program of this book discussion group will be Wed., July 25, 6 p.m., at the Michigan City Public Library. The July book selection is Our Town by Thorton Wilder. To confi rm the month’s book se- lection, phone 873-3042 or stop at the Circulation Desk. The program is free and new members wel- come. THE July 19, 2007 Page 23

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Please contact Bill McLinden at (708) 822-4204 or visit our website at www.dunescape.com for more information THE Page 24 July 19, 2007 “Visions” - A Juried Art Show Copies On Saturday July 7th, the Southern Shore Art Association ( SSAA) Gallery held their opening re- ception for “Visions.” its fi rst annual juried art show, which was open to all artists. Color Total awards exceeding a total of $ 3400 were pre- sented at the opening reception. Purchase Awards, in the amount of $1900, were given to Garret Hamm, from Michael Connor, Coastal Properties ($900); Di- ane L. Cheesman, from Kopko Genetos & Retson, LLP ($500); Carol Block from Prince Gallery ($500). Two Specials Awards, donated by Robert and Jane Stanley, of $150 each, were presented to Garret Hamm (Standforgood Award) and Dawn Fetty (Tus- mosa Award). Juror Awards ($200 each plus gift certifi cate from Firmes) were given to Marjory Crawford, Kevin Firme, David B. Okeley, Mary Ann Pals, Steve Shor, and Clinton Worthington. The “Visions” will be on exhibit until July 28. In SSAA’s other gallery is a members show, fea- turing original work by sixteen members. SSAA is located at 724 Franklin (between 7th and 8th) Michigan City, In. The gallery is open 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Fri., Sat., and Sun.

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2nd H OME EXPO on the shores of Lake Michigan in Michigan City Indiana.

Saturday and Sunday July 28th and 29th from 11am to 4pm. Discussions include buying now vs waiting. How to use vaca- tion rental income to help pay for your 2nd home. See featured developments in the area. 1031 exchange regulations and how to structure a purchase. See what is on the market now. Talk to local profes- sionals. Visit the best of Michigan City cuisine on site. Located at entrance to Beach and Washington Park just before Marina. 60 minutes from the loop. Discover where the best beach opportunities are now.

For details call 219.861.0960 THE Page 26 July 19, 2007 Military History Fair and Vehicle Show Want a great family fun fi lled day doing some- thing a little bit unusual? Come to The Great Lakes Museum of Military History’s fi rst annual Military History Fair & Vehicle Show! This new event, as- sociated with Michigan City Summer Festival, will take place Saturday, August 11th at Dunes Plaza both in front of Hobby Lobby and the Museum start- ing at 10 a.m. and going until 5 p.m. The event will encompass a judged military vehicle show, a mili- tary vehicle and memorabilia swap meet & book sale, entertainment, memorabilia identifi cation plus more. There will be food vendors as well as a beer and beverage tent. A Military Vehicle Show is open for entry for a small fee to anyone with a restored vehicle. There will be prizes in categories for Best Pre-WWII, WWII and Post WWII vehicles. Also on display will be some of the Museum’s vehicles. (For more infor- mation on setting up in front of Hobby Lobby, please call the Museum number listed below.) For a small fee, booths may be set up for a mili- tary vehicle and memorabilia swap meet in front of the Museum. Military history book sales are en- couraged. Please contact the Museum for cost and information. Various forms of entertainment will be held through out the day with a schedule forthcom- ing. The featured performers will be “Homemade Jamm”. The trio comprised of a banjo/acoustic gui- tar, hammered dulcimer and percussion will be singing songs of various eras and types. Those indi- viduals who wish to set up a living history display should contact the Museum to reserve space. Museum history volunteers will be doing a “Stump the Historians” event where people can bring their memorabilia for identifi cation. If they manage to ‘stump’ the professionals, a small gift will be given to the owner of the item. For more information, phone the Museum at 219- 872-2702 or toll-free 800-726-5912. To volunteer to be a part of the event, call Chairperson Ann Welch at 219-879-5008.

Center for History Seeks Items The Center for History, 808 W. Washington St., South Bend, IN, in partnership with the Hispanic Heritage Initiative Committee, is seeking cloth- ing, photographs, household objects, recipes, tools, newspaper clippings, publications, photographs, art, crafts, and other items that will help tell the story of the local Hispanic heritage. The items will be used for an exhibit that will open at the museum on Sept. 15 in celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month. Following the exhibit, the artifacts will be pre- served with the Center for History collections and used for education and research. Information 574/235-9664, ext. 264 or www.centerforhistory.org THE July 19, 2007 Page 27

From Miller Beach to Michiana Shores...

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Miller Beach for $519,000 1052 County Line Rd - New construction model home in East Edge features tankless hot water heater, heated polished concrete floors, state of the art kitchen, soaring ceilings and loads of windows. $55,000 of upgrades and a 10 year tax abatement.

Beverly Shores for $355,000 514 Bellevue - Located on the end of a cul-de-sac, within walking distance to the beaches of Beverly Shores, this home offers complete privacy. 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 3-season room and lots of charm!

Long Beach for $379,000 2005 Oriole Trail - A short walk to Stop 20, this 5 bedroom beach house was built in the 1920’s for a pro baseball player and was named “the homerun cottage.” Features include new bathrooms and fresh paint throughout.

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Holly Futrell, Realtor® Michiana Shores for $299,000 Cell: (219) 916-1495 3906 Oakdale Dr - Situated on three wooded lots insuring ample [email protected] privacy and space to yourself. Amenities include a huge loft area www.barefootduneproperties.com bedroom with deck, skylights, fireplace and a two-car garage. Licensed in Indiana and Michigan THE Page 28 July 19, 2007 4th Annual Evening Under the Stars A record crowd of more than 250 friends and sup- iterranean dinner was served family style by Moe porters of the Shirley Heinze Land Trust gathered Mroueh, proprietor of Eat at Moe’s restaurant in at International Friendship Gardens last Saturday Michigan City and Mezza in Valparaiso. The menu (June 23) for an evening of Mediterranean-style food, included chicken and lamb shish kabobs with saf- entertainment and merrymaking. The occasion was fron rice, sugar snap peas and red and white wine. the organization’s fourth annual summer banquet A live auction called by Lee Wainscott of LaPorte and fundraiser. Rachel Saxon, Board President of featured getaway packages and a wood sculpture by the Michigan City-based land trust, which protects Larry Jensen, a local artist. The ever popular silent and restores natural areas in Northwest Indiana, auction featured an assortment of objects of art, proclaimed the evening an unqualifi ed success. paintings, nature-related books, gifts, travel and “We met all our goals,” she said. “We strength- tour packages. ened our relationships with long-time friends and A highlight of the evening’s program was a per- introduced the Heinze Trust and its work to new- formance by Alexandria, a professional belly dancer, comers. While the fi gures are not yet complete, we who entertained the guests. raised a signifi cant amount of money for our land Honorary Co-Chairmen this year were Chuck protection and restoration work. And of course we Oberlie, Mayor of Michigan City and Leigh Morris, wanted our guests to have a very good time, which Mayor of LaPorte. they defi nitely did.” The benefi t was a celebration of the accomplish- In his remarks at the banquet, Executive Direc- ments of Shirley Heinze Land Trust and serves as a tor Kris Krouse stressed the importance of individu- key source of support for land acquisition and resto- al and corporate contributions to the Heinze Trust’s ration programs. Since 1981, Shirley Heinze Land fi nancial health. He also thanked everyone for their Trust has protected, preserved and restored eco- commitment to the organization. logically signifi cant and sensitive natural lands in “Layalina~A Mediterranean Evening” was this Lake, LaPorte and Porter counties. To learn more year’s theme. (Layalina is an Arabic word which about our properties in LaPorte County and volun- translates to “our Nights”.) Guests were served teer opportunities, please visit www.heinzetrust. champagne as they arrived and mingled while Med- org, contact us at (219) 879-4725 or e-mail land@ iterranean music played in the background. A Med- heinzetrust.org THE July 19, 2007 Page 29 THE Page 30 July 19, 2007 LaPorte County Hosts Israeli Soldiers Enjoy Live Entertainment on Weekends 9 pm – 12 am

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*****Tuesdays 50% off every Wine Bottle***** Nine Israeli soldiers toured Michigan City as part of a two-week visit to Daily Specials the U.S., hosted by The American Friends of Israel War Disabled. Menu offers a variety of Seafood, Steaks The American Friends of Israel War Disabled had Chops &Pastas a two-day tour of Michigan City and Purdue North Specialty Salads, Soups, Appetizers & Central recently as part of their two-week visit to Desserts yumm… the United States. For some soldiers, this was the only time they will be in the United States. “It is Reservations & Walk–Ins Welcome an honor that LaPorte County has been chosen for 521 Franklin Street Michigan City, IN * 219.872.4500 three years in a row to be part of this tour.” said Maureen Mellen of LaPorte County CVB. Nine soldiers ranging in age from 21 years to 56 years, with a variety of disabilities, enjoyed a wel- come reception at Barker Mansion and lunch at WHITTAKER HOUSE Washington Park Zoo catered by Great Lakes Ca- Presents tering. A favorite tour each year is the Michigan City Police Station. They wrapped up the fi rst eve- ning with a dinner at the Sinai Temple. The next day, after a delicious breakfast at the Hampton Inn LAFAYETTE 148 Fall 2007 in Michigan City, they toured Purdue North Cen- tral and the many unique sculptures there, then FUTURE ROMANCE enjoyed refreshments provided by PNC. Their trip ended with a visit to Harley Davidson with many pictures taken on motorcycles wearing the tradi- Thursday July 19th thru Tuesday, July 24th tional leather jackets. The CVB would like to thank the above named establishments for their generous support and co- Chic ~ Modern ~ Luxurious Clothing operation during this event. In addition, a special thank you to The Wall Gang for their continuous support and participation in this annual tour. Fashions with Effortless Appeal, Flyaway Shapes. Irresistable Colors and Fabric Combinations Marquette Announces Car Winner Jennifer Quinlan, Marquette Catholic High School’s Development Director announces that Dr. & Mrs. Richard Dobben are the winners of the 2007 26 North Whittaker St., New Buffalo, MI Ford Fusion that Marquette was raffl ing off. 269.469.0220 OPEN DAILY Marquette would again like to thank Packey www.whittakerhouse.com • [email protected] Webb Ford and Elite Electric Company for their generosity. THE July 19, 2007 Page 31

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Costume contest begins at 11:30 P.M. - so don’t be late! Bookmarks at Noon The next in this monthly series at the Michigan THE City Public Library will take place on July 20. The Located at Space #1203 BOOKSTORE Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets Birth House by Ami McKay will be reviewed by Hil- Michigan City, IN 46360 da DeMuth. The program is free and open to the 219.879.3993 [email protected] public. The story features Dora Rare, the fi rst daughter to be born in fi ve generations of the Rare family. We’ll be opening at 12:01 A.M. Saturday, July 21st As a child in an isolated village in Nova Scotia, she – an early opening for an exciting event! is drawn to Miss Babineau, an outspoken Acadian We will be offering the book at 30% off the publisher’s price. midwife with a gift for healing and a kitchen fi lled Discounted from $35.00 to $24.49! with herbs and folk remedies. During the turbulent Reserve your copy today – call (219)879-3993! fi rst years of World War I, Dora becomes the mid- Join us for a night of fun and excitement. We will be having games and prizes wife’s apprentice. Ami McKay has created an ar- as well as treats and fun for everyone! Come dressed as your favorite character resting and unforgettable portrait of the struggles - we will award a grand prize for the best costume! that women face to have control of their own bodies Warner Bros. Entertainment and JK Rowling are not responsible for this event but, subject to conditions, they have kindly granted us permission to use the HARRY POTTER® trade mark and other materials. and to keep the best parts of tradition alive in the world of modern medicine. THE July 19, 2007 Page 33 Micky Gallas Properties 123 (219) 874-7070 Beach CRS (219) 874-5249 City T (269) 586-2350 Michigan 1-800-680-9682 Micky Gallas www.MickyGallasProperties.com ABR, CRS, e-PRO, GRI, SRES Long Beach • Michigan City • New Buffalo Cell 219/861-6012 Summer Family Memories...PRICELESS ON 9636 N 300 East SERIOUS PRICE REDUCTI Rolling Prairie Nature at its Best situated on 3.84 Acres with just a 15 minute drive to New Buffalo!

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SUMMER SCHEDULE THE JAZZ SERIES SERIES Tickets $15 Michael Isla Friday, July 13 6 pm argo Jazz Voyage Friday, July 20 6 pm Aashram Saturday, July 14 6 pm CuJazz Roi Voyage Friday, Sunday, July July 20 22 6 noon pm Cu Roi Sunday, July 22 noon hanning ClockworkClockwork Friday, August August 10 20 66 pm pm WOMEN IN JAZZ SERIES THEATER PROJECT Monika Herzig Thursday, July 5 6 pm WOMEN IN JAZZ SERIES Tickets $15 Jenna Mammina Friday, July 6 6 pm at the International Friendship Gardens MichelleMaggie Green Bythrow Thursday, July August 12 2 6 6 pm pm 2055 East Route 12 Michelle Bythrow Thursday, August 2 6 pm Michigan City, IN SINGER/SONGWRITER SERIES SINGER/SONGWRITER SERIES Tickets $10 Carl Hauck Saturday, July 7 6 pm WHO IS MARGO? DawnRyan Adam Xiana Wells Moon Friday,Sunday, July 15 27 noon 6 pm Friday, July 27 6 pm SeanDawn XianaBenjamin Moon Saturday, July 28 6 pm The Margo Channing Theater Project Tony Sorrentino Thursday, July 26 6 pm is Northwest Indiana’s newest outdoor TheSean Guitar Benjamin Duo Saturday, Thursday, July August 28 9 6 6 pm pm venue! Presenting a variety of musical The Guitar Duo Thursday, August 9 6 pm and dramatic acts, a relaxing, summer CONTEMPORARY SERIES CONTEMPORARY SERIES Tickets $10 evening with Margo is perfect for fami- Little Johnny Blues Thursday, June 28 6 pm lies or residents of all ages! TheThe HoodooReplays Voodoo Cats Friday, Saturday, June July29 21 6 6 pm pm The Replays Saturday, July 21 6 pm The Amoreys Saturday, August 4 6 pm Like popular summer theaters, our NICKALOGIC Groove Project Friday, August 3 6 pm performers will entertain from a stage The Amoreys Saturday, August 4 6 pm in front of a spacious lawn and the sur- Finneus Saturday, August 11 6 pm DRAMA SERIES Tickets $15 rounding beauty of the International DRAMA SERIES Friendship Gardens. TheReadings Shakespeare from Project Chicago of Chicago Writers: present their original interpretation: “50-minute Hamlet” Sunday, July 8 noon Don Evans Sunday, July 29 noon The audience is invited to bring their Readings from Chicago Writers: own blankets, lawn chairs, or any other Don Evans Sunday, July 29 noon

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Unique and affordable one-of-a-kind items for your home, gift giving, or, a treasure or two for yourself! The theme for the Long Beach Park Pro- gram last week celebrated Mexico. The kids had a great time decorating sombreros, making paper ma- che masks, and playing the game of pinata. As al- Seattle’s Best coffee served daily in Café Nook. Or, relax ways, Friday was “water day” where most everyone and sip your coffee on the quaint patio overseeing got wet one way or another and a special ice cream Coffee Creek Conservancy. treat was served. Up and coming dates to remember are July 20th when the camp children are invited Coffee Creek Pavilion Center Daily 10 am - 6 pm to swim at the Long Beach Country Club, and July 850 E. Sidewalk Road Sunday 11 am - 4 pm Chesterton, IN 46304 219-926-8809 27th when they will attend the children’s theatre Please call for inquiries or directions! production at the Dunes Summer Theatre. A big thank you goes to the Jeff Bartlett fam- ily for making a generous donation to the Bathroom Renovation Project. We sincerely appreciate your support and hope others will be inspired by your contribution. To date we have just 4 working toilets and 1/2 of the water in the building has been shut off until further repairs can afford to be made. It sure would be nice to replace all the old sinks and leaky faucets too. Help us to help you have a facility we can all be proud of. We have just one large class room available SALON to rent on a yearly basis here at the Community Center and are interviewing possible candidates for Walk-Ins Welcome the space. If you would like to be considered, please phone the Center at 879-3845 for more information or for an appointment to tour the facility. The list Visit us at our new location of benefi ts to renting here has just increased as we 19399 W. US 12, New Buffalo, MI 49117 have signed a contract to have wireless internet ser- 269-469-6400 vice in the building. ----submitted by Susan Vissing

News From Friends of the Library Save your pennies now! The Friends of the Mich- igan City Public Library group is raising money to purchase books for Michigan City area school stu- dents. The goal is $10,000. The books are recom- mended reading to enhance the experience of the Lincoln exhibit coming to the library in February 2008. You can help in so many ways. Save your pen- nies (and $5 bills, too) and bring them to the library or drop them in the many canisters placed at busi- nesses throughout Michigan City. See the library website (www.mclib.org) for a list of participating businesses. The Friends are also in need of canister collection monitors. If you are interested in helping with this worthwhile project, phone 873-3049. The Friends’ next board meeting is Tues., Aug. 7, 1 p.m. THE July 19, 2007 Page 39 THE Page 40 July 19, 2007

Old Friends, New Friends, Great Food Old friends, new friends and great food – there’s nothing better ‘cept family. A few weeks ago, I got an invitation from an attorney I’d worked for ten years ago. Back then, we were at Chicago’s Mayer, Brown and Platt, and Addison Braendel was my all- time favorite of the many attorneys I’d secretary-ed for. He and his family recently bought a summer home near Michigan City, and wanted to meet me for lunch. I was amazed that Addison said his kids, Clea, Noah and William, would come along, so I in- stantly suggested the Tree House. That morning I’d noticed in my beloved Chicago Tribune that there was a “Meet Me at the Library” article. It gave the former address of Mayer Brown at 190 South LaSalle on the 40th fl oor (they’re now located at Jackson and Wacker). I’d written a Beacher story a couple years ago about a retirement I met Addison’s wife Catherine for the fi rst time in about 15 years. party at that exact location! Now, as to the newspa- per article, it simply refers to a private bar at that old address. Amazing. And Addison was mentioned as one of Chicago’s fi ne attorneys in the prominent Wall Street Journal, the week after he left Mayer Brown and joined Baker & McKenzie. Happily, I joined Addison and his entire family including his wife Catherine whom I’d never met during these many years (she was a busy v.p. at WTTW) at the Tree House. Those little Braendels adored the Tree House as much as we grown-ups adored the food and wine. They sat us at the table Hollywood’s Bill Murray and his friends had occu- pied a week earlier (we’re told they stayed much much longer than we did.) We and the kids enjoyed White Witch - freshly sliced turkey breast and white American cheese, the Wicked - Italian beef simmered in special au jus with roasted red peppers and topped off with provo- Noah and Dad check out The Beacher! lone and mozzarella cheeses, the Warlock - Italian beef, combo’d with sliced Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, mozzarella cheese and topped with marinara sauce.

Clea’s reading the menu, with great concentration. So many choices! William checks out the huge sand pile. THE July 19, 2007 Page 41 Coffee, cappucino, expresso and lattes are of- to New Carlisle to enjoy Bea’s company at a Bridge fered along with soft drinks and smoothies. Beers table. Grrrr – John and Gloria won, but next time and wines are available, along with their specialty we go Bea and I will win the $1.50 prize. We also drinks: Margharitas, hard lemonade and the pitch- enjoyed hearing about past info, like when growing er of Sangria which we had – delicious. For the kids, up in Michigan City, John played clarinet, Gloria all their meals were served with fresh carrots and played baritone. They, back then, paid 10 cents for a celery: Kidz are free to roam and play anywhere on pack of cigarettes which were not a negative choice the Tree House large property. at that time. Lovely trip with lovely friends.

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Addison, Noah and Tree House’s owner John Allen Another lunch, another fi ne company That same week, I joined two Bridge buddies, Gloria Penfold and John Sweeney, to drive over to New Carlisle, IN, to visit another favorite Bridger, Bea Hathoot, recently hospitalized. That woman Nobody concentrates on a Bridge hand like Bea adores playing Bridge and has, over the years, actu- ally taught the game to many. Unfortunately she’s found nobody plays there at Hamilton Communi- ties. Yeah, that’s why we drove over. Enroute, we stopped and enjoyed a fi ne lunch at Little Tavern II in Rolling Prairies – I had a fantastic Blue Burger, blue cheese atop a perfect burger, then continued

We rode that hot hot day in John’s 15 year old perfect Mercedes …and the winners are John Sweeney and Gloria Penfold THE Page 42 July 19, 2007 Danny Lerman at TGIF Michigan City’s newest Pub in one of its oldest neighborhoods! Danny Lerman will take center stage at TGIF: Music in the Gardens, 5-8:30 p.m. Eastern time, on * appetizers * quaint banquet facility Fri., Aug. 3, at the Northern Indiana Center for His- * salads available tory, 808 W. Washington St., South Bend. Admission * soup is $5, and tickets may be purchased at the gate. * full service bar Danny Lerman’s music is infused with rap * sandwiches rhythms, vocal spice, and world-beat fl avoring * open lunch & Choices for the whole family! * entrees dinner all merging into a Lermanesque panache. He has toured extensively throughout the United States, including Sweet Basil’s in New York’s Greenwich Village, Chicago’s legendary Backroom, and the Live Outdoor Music Baked Potato in Los Angeles. In the USA, Danny’s CD, Danny’s Island, reached the top 30 on the Con- Every Saturday temporary Jazz R&R chart, and the single, “You Take My Breath Away,” reached #1 on Chicago’s largest urban music station WGCI. 227 W. 7th St. • 872-8200 • www.mcginnispub.com TFIG guests are invited to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Food and beverages will be sold. No carry- in foods or beverages are permitted. The event will be held rain or shine. Corporate tables are available for $350 and in- clude eight tickets, seating under tent, a cheese and COMPARE OUR fruit tray, plus four bottles of wine. Reservations are required for tables. For information, contact Karen Shirk at 574/235-9664, ext. 230. CD RATES. The lush grounds of Copshaholm provide a per- fect setting for TGIF. Copshaholm is the 1896 home Bank issued, FDIC-insured to $100,000 built for industrialist J.D. Oliver and his family. More at www.centerforhistory.org 6 months 5.15% APY* Minimum deposit $5,000 12 months 5.20% APY* Minimum deposit $5,000 18 months 5.25% APY* Minimum deposit $5,000 Midnight Opening Harry Potter Party This Friday evening, beginning at 11:30 p.m., put *Annual Percentage Yield (APY), effective 07/11/07. Certifi cates of Deposit (CDs) are federally insured up to $100,000 (principal and interest accrued but not yet on your favorite Harry Potter costume and join the paid) per issuing institution. CDs are also federally insured up to $250,000 (principal party at The Bookstore at Lighthouse Place Premi- and interest accrued but not yet paid) in qualifi ed retirement accounts per issuing institution. Subject to availability and price change. CD values may decline in a um Outlet Mall in Michigan City to await the re- rising interest rate environment, and the market value may fl uctuate if sold prior to lease of the last Harry book, Harry Potter and the maturity. The amount received from the sale of a CD at current market value may be more than, less than or equal to the amount initially invested. FDIC insurance Deathly Hallows. does not cover losses in market value in these instances. Early withdrawal may There will be prizes for the best costume, as well not be permitted. Yields quoted are net of all commissions. You pay no additional commissions, annual fees or periodic charges. The estate feature allows heirs to as games and other prizes, too. The book cannot be redeem the CDs upon the death of an owner at face value plus interest earned, subject to limitations. CDs require the distribution of interest and do not allow sold before 12:01 a.m., Sat., July 22, so come early interest to compound. CDs offered through Edward Jones are issued by banks and and join the party. The Bookstore is located at the thrifts nationwide. $5,000 minimum investment per issuing institution. All CDs sold by Edward Jones are registered with the Depository Trust Corp. (DTC). far north end of the Mall. Info: 219/879-3993.

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208 Wabash St. • Michigan City, IN Hurricane www.shorelinebrewery.com Gumbo (219) TRY-HOPS THE Page 46 July 19, 2007 other projects, too. Cob is malleable and sculptable, so forms are created for walls, benches, garden art, foundation interest and more. If only we in the Mid- west did not have to worry about the humidity, we Sustainability. Ecology. The Green Movement. would see much of this created by our local artists, Climate Change. Recycling. Adaptive reuse. All the for sure. words you just read pack a powerful punch. We’re Earthships (www.earthship.net). Let me guess: hearing them more loudly. And more people are you hear the word “earthship” and think of hippies starting to take seriously the issues that are affect- spaced out on illegal weed. Earthships are buildings ing the world. Among the trends that are starting to formed from used rubber tires, and some of the com- come into their own is the concept of “green home- pleted Earthships, whose pictures are found here, building.” When in Arizona, I saw fi rsthand the will amaze you. And this is a material that we can building of a straw bale adobe house. What I did not use here in the Midwest, since mold and rot is not realize is the fact that so many people are engaged a problem with discarded tires. There is a family in building either straw bale, rammed earth, Earth- nearby in Michigan who has built an earthship, and ship or earthbag homes. A look around the Internet who, several years’ back I planned to visit and in- revealed some truly gorgeous green projects. terview for a Beacher story. I’ve since lost track of Bioneers (www.bioneers.org). This non-profi t the family. If you know of anyone in our area with organization’s membership is growing larger every a similar green-built home, let me know. Until you day. Its mission is to promote practical environmen- see some pictures of the fi nished home, you might tal solutions and innovative social strategies for be skeptical of the idea. So, check out some of the the good of the planet. This “big Green movement” homes at this site and see for yourself. claims hundreds and hundreds of nonprofi t organi- Visit my website: dunesartmedia.com zation members—communities of citizens working in one way or another to heal environmental dam- MC Summer Festival Event age for the sake of future generations. The website “Skate Park Jam” - Sun., July 22, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at is fi lled with information and links for people to the Pullman Park, corner US 12 and Willard Ave. in learn more about sustainability issues. Michigan City. Green Homebuilding (http://greenhomebuild This event is new to the Summer Festival lineup ing.com). The home page has, among several pic- and competitions will be held in three categories: tures, a cottage that looks like it came from the BMX bicycle, skateboarding and aggressive inline Shire from Lord of the Rings. Made of cob, the Bilbo skating, and two age groups: 14 yrs. and younger Baggins like-cottage is magical looking. That, as and 15 yrs. and older. well as larger and more sophisticated designs are Registration is $5 per contestant and registration introduced at this site. A “natural building” link will be held to the fi rst 300 contestants. A waiver leads to dozens of planners and blogs from home- must be signed, those under 18 yrs. must have pa- builders who chose to follow the path of alternative rental permission and helmets will be required. materials housebuilding. There will be a $2 admission fee for spectators 13 Straw Balers Blog (http://strawbalers.blogspot. yrs. and up, and $1 for children under 12 yrs. com). Mostly a pictorial review of building a home using straw bales and cob. Cob is a mixture of clay, sand and straw used to coat the straw bale insula- PNC Learn to Buy and Sell on eBay tion. The do-it-yourselfers show the beginning, mid- The Purdue University North Central Offi ce of dle, and almost-completion of their home. This type Continuing Education will offer a two-day non-cred- of home is not suited for humid climates, so building it course on how to buy and sell on eBay. such a home here would risk mold and rot. Even so, “Learn to Buy and Sell on eBay” will meet on it is interesting to see how readily available materi- Tuesdays, July 31 and Aug. 7 from 1 to 3 pm at PNC als can be made into a lovely abode. The trees thank - Porter County at 600 Vale Park Road. Registration straw balers very much. is $79. More Straw Balers (http://orillastrawbale. This course will give an introductory look at eBay blogspot.com). Find more pictures of another family and acquaint individuals with such features as cre- that tackled a green homebuilding project. ating titles that get noticed, creating and uploading I Love Cob (http://ilovecob.com). This is where photos of the items to be sold, how to safely conduct I discovered that the numbers of people choosing fi nancial transactions, how to accept credit card to tackle a home-made home is increasing. Maybe payments and how to pack and ship items. it’s because the cob homes are well-insulated, re- For more information or to register, contact the sulting in less energy use. They’re economical too, Offi ce of Continuing Education at PNC - Porter if you subtract the hours of labor it takes to cre- County, (219) 531-4200, ext. 4207, or visit http:// ate a fi nished home. But cob, or adobe, is used for www.pnc.edu/ce. THE July 19, 2007 Page 47

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We run your errands…….We shop for you…..We plan parties Musician, Keith Scott, will be adding a little blues We do home staging or decorate……We can make your house a home fl avor to the evening. Let us organize your closets…..Let us stock your yacht for the weekend This new exhibit will feature two painters and a We wait for the service people…. the construction guys…..we wait photographer. Expressionist painter, Ginny Scott, mother of Keith, one of the featured artists, envi- WE GIVE “THE GIFT OF TIME” sions her world through color, shapes and dimen- 312-787-7442 sions. Coming from New York, Florida and Chicago, [email protected] Ginny now has her art studio here in LaPorte. Realist painter, Janet Musikantow, another of the www.hiredhelpinghands.com featured artists, has had formal training in fi ne art and interior design. This exhibit will feature furni- ture as well as works on paper and canvas. Keith Scott, the third featured artist, being pri- marily a blues musician, seems to also have a little PLUMBING time to do photography. He has pursued photogra- phy with an eye for nature and the environment in- DYE & HEATING cluding intriguing city scenes. 1600 Lake St., La Porte Also available are the many artistic gifts located 219-362-6251 in the Gallery Shop. Presently there are more than Toll Free 1-800-393-4449 seventeen (17) area artists represented in the Shop. 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Proceeds will benefi t PAF’s maintenance fund, the NEW purple moon which provides assistance with the purchase of fur- nishings for LaPorte County group homes for the New Buffalo, MI disabled and for client transport vehicles for the La- featuring the largest selection of Porte County Council on Aging. For more informa- tion, phone 219-324-0656 extension 116. sportswear in Harbor Country “Understanding Your Dreams” casual fashion • handbags This workshop at the Michigan City Public Li- plus bray is for people interested in dreams and their fun jewelry • candles & spa products signifi cance. The program will be held Sat., July 21, shoes & much, much more! 2-4:30 p.m. and will be facilitated by Terese Fab- bri. She is an experienced educator, counselor and 122 N. Whittaker St., New Buffalo, MI dream therapist in private practice for over twenty years. The program is free and open to the public. 269-469-4980 THE Page 50 July 19, 2007 Long Beach Country Club 9 Hole Golf League Guest Day A fabulous evening was had by all at the home of cious hors d’eouvres and desserts were provided by Kay Hansen to kick off the 9 Hole Guest Day event golfi ng members for their special guests. The tour- at Long Beach Country Club. Co-hostesses for the nament is sponsored annually by the 9 Hole Golf cocktail party were Babs Ward and Nancy Stokes. League as their summer event hosting regular The weather cooperated for an outstanding celebra- members and old friends. tion with much fun and laughs for everyone. Deli- ----submitted by Kathy Brennan Winners

1st Place - Front Nine: (l-r): Ann Nicolosi, Christine Rosenkrantz, 2nd Place - Front Nine: (l-r): Jean O’Neill, Jeanne Krop, Marci Meyer and Kris Lowes. Mary Katherine Slattery and Lis Slattery.

3rd Place - Front Nine: (l-r): Kathy Miller, Aimee Sullivan, 1st Place - Back Nine: (l-r): Julie Biehl, Susie Yemc, Carol Jiganti and Nancy Neil. Ann Robson and Christine Roder.

2nd Place - Back Nine: (l-r): 3rd Place - Back Nine: (l-r): Joan Carey, Peg Landsman, Kathy Brennan, Erin Hearne, Judith Curtin and Kathy Kenefi ck and Betty Shay. Julie Hendricks (not pictured).

(l-r): Colleen Meyer (Straightest Drive #8); Margaret Hermesdorf (Closest to the Pin #16); Christine Rosenkrantz (Longest Drive-Front Nine); Carol Jiganti (Closest to the Pin #5); and Janet Plecki (Longest Drive - Back Nine). THE July 19, 2007 Page 51 Kick-Off Cocktail Party at the Home of Kay Hansen

Kay Hansen, hostess with co-hostesses Babs Ward and Nancy Stokes. Micky Gallas, Carol Jiganti, Tommie Fitzsimmons, Julie Girsh and Doria Lemay

Rima Binder, Terry Demming and Diane Richter. Gerry Devereaux, Katy Austin, Babs Ward and Betty Shaw.

Ann Robson, Julie Biehl, Kathleen Beeler, Mary Frances Wilkin Mary Weithers, Mariana Bruce, Carolyn Middlet, Marge Cullen and Sheila Haggerty. and Mary Beth Connor.

Meg Caplice, Mary Frances Wilkin, Mary O’Neil (Event Day Chairman) Tommie Fitzsimmons, Regina Bradley and Linda Bolton. and Mary Lou Linnen. THE Page 52 July 19, 2007 Swimmers Add Splash To Mackinac Bridge Celebration Visit our Fifty swimmers will attempt to swim across the collection of Straits of Mackinac this Labor Day, to celebrate the Mackinac Bridge’s 50th anniversary. In a ceremo- Lakefront Art nial swim led by world record Great Lakes swim- mer Jim Dreyer, 49 solo swimmers and a 3-person and relay team will challenge the often turbulent 4-mile strait that connects lakes Michigan and Huron, Photography swimming along the east side of the famous bridge completed in 1957 to connect Michigan’s upper and lower peninsulas. The swimmers will enter the wa- The ter at 6:15 a.m. on September 3, 2007 at the foot of Framing Station the Mackinac Bridge in St. Ignace, and hope to fi n- a 912 Franklin, Michigan City ish at the Old Mackinac Lighthouse in Mackinaw y (219) 879-2115 City. Swimmers have until 12:00 p.m. to complete Open Tuesday - Saturday r Area’s largest selection of South Shore Posters. the quest. “Michigan Governor Jennifer Granholm and I fi rst discussed the concept for this swim while we were running across the Mackinac Bridge in the an- nual Bridge Run & Walk last Labor Day,” Dreyer said. “Since then, I have been organizing this event with the Michigan Department of Transportation, recruiting some fi ne athletes, and am pleased that We have the most skilled and attentive Baristas in town! the Mighty Mac 50th Anniversary Swim will become a reality.” The swim will run concurrently with the AWAITING YOUR SMILING FACE! run & walk, an annual event that draws 60,000 par- ticipants. Iced Mochas (Ghiradelli Chocolate Syrup). Frappé Chinos and Fruit Smoothies “This will truly be a historic once-in-a-lifetime event that will be talked about for the next fi fty Jet Tea - Passion Fruit, Pomegranate and More years,” Dreyer added. “Everyone who has ever Fresh Pastries, Panini, Salads Free crossed the Mackinac Bridge in a car has wondered WIFI what it would be like to try to swim the straits if 444 Wabash Psst…Diehards - we still have there were not a bridge. Few have ever seen a sin- the best coffee in town! gle person do it, let alone fi fty. This will be epic.” (corner of 5th & Wabash) Open Daily 6:15am to 6:00pm While the swim promises to be spectacular from Michigan City an athletic and historical perspective, the swim Across from Lighthouse Place 874-7006 also serves as a fundraiser for Mentor Michigan, a program of the Michigan Community Service Com- mission created by Governor Granholm and First Gentleman Daniel Mulhern, and supported by Jim Dreyer as a Governor’s appointee to the Mentor Michigan Leadership Council. Mentor Michigan is an umbrella organization for nearly 200 mentoring programs throughout the state of Michigan, including Big Brothers Big Sis- ters, the cause Dreyer has supported since 1998 with his Great Lakes swims. Member organiza- Tom McCormick tions offer mentoring through a wide array of ser- vices, and Mentor Michigan’s objective is to support Builder them – with resources, recruiting, standards, train- ing, and opportunities to collaborate. This program Licensed in Indiana & Michigan has created a powerful network of relationships, Voice: 219.928.2953 improving both the quantity and quality of mentor- ing. Fax: 219.879.3536 Dreyer believes the accomplishment of swimming email: [email protected] across the Straits of Mackinac will leave a lasting impression on this group of swimmers he refers to THE July 19, 2007 Page 53 as Team Dire Straits. “These swimmers will never One Woman Show at SSAA look at the Straits of Mackinac the same way again ... and they will have a great story to tell everyone The Southern Shore Art Association will be host- in the car whenever they drive across the Mackinac ing a one woman show, “Beautiful Junk” featuring Bridge,” Dreyer stated. Dreyer knows a thing or the pastels and oils of Susan Henshaw. The show two about the Straits of Mackinac. He set the dis- will run Aug. 3-26 with an opening reception on tance record for the straits by swimming 40 miles Fri., Aug. 3, 5-8 p.m. with multiple crossings in 2006. The SSAA Gallery is locaed at 722 Franklin St., “It takes a special person to have the dedication Michigan City. Normal gallery hours are Fri., Sat. required to be a member of Team Dire Straits, Drey- & Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. er explained. “The team is made up of triathletes, marathon swimmers, and fi tness swimmers who are used to pushing themselves to be their best, and Memoir Writing Group at LaP. Library they have been working extremely hard to prepare If you are writing your memoirs, you are invited for the unique challenge of swimming the Straits of to discussions on memoirs with other amateur writ- Mackinac. Most admirably, while they have been ers at 1 p.m., Thurs., July 19, in the small meeting working toward fulfi lling a personal dream, they room at LaPorte County Public Library, 904 Indi- have also been working equally as hard to fulfi ll the ana Ave., downtown LaPorte. There is no charge or dreams of children, by raising funds to support the registration. More information at 219/362-6156. mission of Mentor Michigan. I strongly encourage the public to go to my website (www.SwimJimSwim. org), read about these swimmers, and help them GIFTS CUSTOM FRAMING BeachART Scenes reach their fundraising goals by making online con- For GardenHome cates& tributions on their behalf.” Summer Framing Florals Gift Certifi Now in Full Bloom – Landscapes New VU Program Looks to the Future L & M Framing and Gallery South Shore A new Valparaiso University program being Posters launched this fall will help students in any academ- www.web.triton.net/landmframing/ ic discipline learn advanced technology skills need- 202 S. Whittaker, New Buffalo Open Daily 11-5 269-469-4800 ed to excel in an increasingly digital world. 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Patio Seating Brauer Announces New Season Available Fantastical works by contemporary artist Ellen CARRY OUT Lanyon and Asian artwork from Valparaiso Univer- AVAILABLE sity’s permanent collection will highlight Brauer Museum of Art’s 2007-2008 exhibition season. Open for Breakfast The new season will open Aug. 21 with “Ellen Sat. & Sun. 8 a.m. Lanyon: A Wonder Production,” an exhibition that Open 7 Days traces the development of Lanyon, one of America’s A Week most infl uential contemporary female artists. Lan- yon’s works, paired with the exhibition “Fitted To- (219) 878-0688 gether: Collage Paintings by Sandra Perlow,” will 501 Center Street • Michigan City, IN give the public a chance to see two women shaping the contemporary art world. An opening reception with Lanyon and Perlow in attendance will take place Sept. 9, and their works Experience Mediterranean will be shown at Brauer Museum through Nov. 18. Other exhibitions planned during the year in- clude “Japanese Prints from Brauer Museum of Art’s Permanent Collection” and “Weeds: Recent Work by Sarah Oldenburg,” both showing Dec. 7 Each bite invites another. through March 23. An opening reception is sched- An Eclectic Dining Experience uled for Dec. 8. Comprised of Middle Eastern, 3301 Franklin St. •Michigan City, IN During the spring, two annual shows featuring Lebanese, Greek and Italian the artwork of Northwest Indiana high school stu- 219-871-1223 dents and VU art majors will be held at the mu- Lunch • Dinner • Outdoor Dining Call Us To Cater seum. The Secondary School Showcase will be on display April 2 to 20 and the VU Art Student Exhi- www.EatAtMoes.net Your Next Party! bition will be showing from April 23 through May 11. Works by Valparaiso’s art faculty will be shown April 2 through May 11. The fi nal exhibition of the season, “Abstract Art from the Permanent Collection,” will present works in a variety of media - many for their fi rst public showing at Brauer Museum. The exhibition will run May 16 through Aug. 4. Gregg Hertzlieb, director of the museum, said more than 70 works from Lanyon’s personal col- T Bones Pier II lection are being displayed in the opening exhibit, Next to the Blue Heron Inn including working proofs that show the fl ow of the Lake Side Dining Chicago-born artist’s creative process from the con- Great steaks & seafood prepared on our wood burning grill ception of a work to its completion. 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More information about Brauer Museum’s 2007- lakefront salon 2008 season, including a complete list of exhibition- Free related events, is available online at valpo.edu/art- museum. Brauer Museum is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Haircut Tues., Thurs. and Fri.; 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Wed., and • Spa Packages noon-5 p.m. Sat. and Sun. during the academic year. Available With Color PUREOLOGY Admission to the museum and all events is free. • Tanning Available Full or HiLite Group tours may be arranged at (219) 465-7926. • Wedding Packages Service Music Thyme Salon with • Gift Certifi cates i t a Michigan Thyme, 107 N. Whittaker St., New Buf- 524 Franklin Sq., Michigan City Marcy falo, will be featuring Venitia Sekema on Sat., July Exp. 8/31/07 28th, 2-4 p.m. MI time. There is no charge. (219) 879-6168 Venitia is a talented singer-songwriter who will delight you with her interpretations of some of your favorite folk songs, blues and soul music as well as Since 1950 her own original work. More about Venitia at www. venitiasekema.com “Making the world a more beautiful place – Venetian Festival in St. Joseph one home at a time…” SUN TOO BRIGHT? HEAT UNBEARABLE? This is the 29th year for the Venetian Festival on Come in today and see our wide selection of the St. Joseph River in St. Joseph, MI. The dates light diffusing, UV protective and heat deterrent are Thurs., July 19-Sun., July 22. There will be mu- Sliding Panels, Roller Shades, Shutters, Solar Blinds, sical entertainment, the Taste of Southwest Michi- Roman Shades, Cellular Shades and Window Tinting gan, wine tasting and beer tent, Classic Car Show Motorization Available and the Lighted Boat Parade and Fireworks Sky 1102 Franklin St., Michigan City HOURS Concert (Silver Beach, Sat., July 21, 10:30 p.m.) 219-872-7236 M-F 9:30-5:30 www.venetian.org 800-949-4530 Sat. 9:30-3:30 THE Page 56 July 19, 2007 MC Chamber Music Festival Schedule The Michigan City Chamber Music Festival is proud to present its 2007 August Schedule. As al- ways, all events are FREE to the general public and require no advance ticket reservation. The Festival consists of two concert series, all pro- grams taking place between August 11-19, 2007. First, the Chamber Music Series. This year’s theme is “Around the World”. All performances take place at First Presbyterian Church, 121 W. 9th Street, Michigan City. Saturday, August 11, 7:30 p.m. OPENING NIGHT - “Russian Night” Elegie - Igor Stravinsky String Quartet #2 - Sergei Prokofi ev Vocalise - Sergei Rachmaninoff Consuming wine String Quartet #2 - Alexander Borodin in moderation daily Monday, August 13, 7:30 p.m. HOME OF THE BRAVE - “American Night” will help people to die Sonata for Cello and Piano - Samuel Barber young as late as Love Songs for Cello and Soprano - Aaron Jay “ Kernis possible. 3 Preludes for Piano - George Gershwin Quintet for Piano and Strings - Antonin Dvorak Dr. Phillip Norrie Wednesday, August 15, 7:30 p.m. VIVA ITALIA - “Italian Night” 16409B Red Arrow Hwy, Union Pier, MI 49129 • 888/824-WINE” 3 Songs for Clarinet and Soprano - Gordon Ja- cobs Souvenir di Florence for String Sextet - Tchai- kovsky Selected Arias for Soprano and Tenor from Italy’s HORIZON most beloved operas Friday, August 17, 7:30 p.m. AWNING “FROM THE EARTH TO THE MOON” - A Mysti- cal Musical Journey Canvas Awnings Sonata #1 for Violin and Piano - Sergei Prokofi ev Concerto for Clarinet and Strings - Rudolf Haken Screen Porch Shades “Timeline” for clarinet, Soprano and Piano - Andrea Boat Canvas Clearfi eld Verklarte Nacht for String Sextet - Arnold Schoen- Call for free design & estimate www.horizon-awning.com berg 219-872-2329 2227 E. US 12, Michigan City Sunday, August 19, 3:00 p.m. 800-513-2940 “AN AFTERNOON IN OLD VIENNA” 32 Variations for piano - Ludwig van Beethoven Clarinet Quintet - C. M. v Weber The number to 219-861-1025 call for all your Adele’s Laughing Song (die Fledermaus) - Johann Strauss Mention Ad Carpet & Upholstery for Sextet for Strings in B-fl at - Johannes Brahms 10% Off Cleaning without Steam The “Concerts for Children.” ONLY DRY FOAM TOUCHES THE CARPET… All performances take place at noon at the Michi- RESULT: • Dries FAST • Cleans gan City Public Library: (1-2 hours) thoroughly • No shrinking • Satisfaction Tuesday, August 14, noon. or mildew Guaranteed MUSIC BY CHILDREN FOR CHILDREN DEEP CLEAN Performances by the local children’s Choir and CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANERS the Michigan City Violin choir highlight this de- lightful program. The processes and importance of Michigan City child music development and education will be em- Insured and Bonded Free Estimates y a phasized. A must for parents as well. THE July 19, 2007 Page 57 Thursday, August 16, noon. STORY AND OPERA Thomas Mulcahy Just what are those opera singers singing about? Mulcahy Builders General Contractor, PE Find out! Features performances by Festival Musi- cians. QUALITY BUILT Saturday, August 18, noon. STORY AND STRINGS CUSTOM HOMES & How do instrumental pieces tell a story? String MAJOR REMODELING sexet performers are featured. Includes a “make PROJECTS and take” art activity. Materials supplied by All concert locations are accessible to those with Pioneer Lumber, Inc. 219.241.1020 (cell) disabilities. “Meet the artists” receptions follow http://mulcahybuilders.com each evening’s performance. This year, Michigan Licensed in Indiana & Michigan www.mulcahybuilders.com City’s and the area’s favorite restaurants provide the delicious receptions. For donation or volunteer information, phone (219) 878-1965. ff AngelsAngels Nature Contest Winners QueenQueen oo Patty Prino, owner of Patty’s Picks in Union Pier, Book and Gift announces the winners of the 2nd annual Nature Book and Gift Comes Alive Coloring Children’s Contest. The con- Religious Articles & Outdoor Statuary test was held this past month with over thirty en- Shining Stars Plush Animals tries by area youth creating and coloring unique de- Register online to name & locate pictions of hummingbirds. your own personal star First place was won by Ben Bishop (age 6), sec- Open (219) 872-7300 ond place Daniel Bishop (age 4) and runner-up Ali- Monday-Friday 10-5 Yes…We’re right next to Saturday 10-3 Tylisz Appliance son Dilworth (age 5). All contestants received a coupon for an Ozzy’s 1605 E. 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Antique Engine & Tractor Show You Are Invited to Stop By Our River Valley Antique Power Association will Studio & Browse Through Our Wide host its 24th Annual Antique Engine and Tractor Variety of Wood Flooring Selections Show on Sat. & Sun., July 28 & 29, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. MI time. The show will be held on the association (219) 926-1966 grounds next to Warren Woods Road in Three Oaks, 35 E. Hwy. 20 • Porter MI (Take I-94 to exit 6, follow signs). Old world craftsmanship for new world concepts Admission is free. See the sawmill in action, MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL WOOD FLOORING ASSOCIATION shingles being made, engines working everywhere, and even the thresher will be in action. Food will be available and there will be exhibitors selling all kinds of wares, and don’t miss the Tractor Parade. Tickets for the 2007 Raffl e Tractor, a 1947 John DELARME TILE Deere B, will be sold with part of the proceeds to help support two FFA Scholarships at River Valley & High School. Information at 269/469-8361. STONE Stone “Bathing Beauty” at Fritz Olsen Porcelain An opening reception for “Bathing Beauty” will Ceramic PH# 219-326-6832 be held on Sat., July 28, 6-9 p.m. MI time at the Grout Staining FAX# 219-326-9150 Fritz Olsen Sculptures Fine Art Gallery & Gardens, located at 6914 W. Holloway Dr., Sawyer, MI. More 32 Years Experience / 22 Years On The Lakefront information at 269/426-3003. THE Page 58 July 19, 2007 PNC Offers Viewing of the Night Sky Storewide Sale Purdue University North Central will host a In Stock viewing of the night sky on Thurs., July 19 at 9 p.m. 10% Lamps Observation through the telescope will be at the far to Lampshades Merchandise south end of the PNC campus. Lustrous (Including New Arrivals) The public is invited to take a close-up look at 50% Pearls & Jewelry some summer constellations, see the moon and Ju- Off piter through 10- and 8-inch telescopes. Dr. Aaron Warren assistant professor of Physics, will be on hand to answer astronomy-related ques- 900 W. Buffalo (US 12) New Buffalo tions and provide descriptions of the objects being 269-469-2742 observed to make this an interactive learning expe- Fri, Sat, Sun, Mon 11-5 MI time rience suitable for all ages and interests. Participants are asked to park in PNC lot 7 and walk to the viewing area near the North Central Veterinary Center. In the event of cloudy or inclem- ent weather, viewing will be Fri., July 20 at 9 p.m. Further information at 872-0527, ext. 5659 or email [email protected]. Quality 1st 16th Annual Car & Bike Show Custom Decks • Pool Decks The Four A’s Car Club Inc. (Indiana/Michigan) Paver Patios • Play Sets will host their 16th Annual Car & Bike Show on Deck Maintenance & More Sun., July 29th, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. MI time. The event Tom will be held at American Legion Post 204 (Legion Brown PH/FAX(219) 326-9349 Dr. off US 12), Three Oaks, MI. Registration is 8 a.m.-noon and awards at 3 p.m. Spectator admission is $2, under 12 yrs. free. There will be trophies given in 21 classes: 1st, 2nd and 3rd prizes plus Four A’s Choice awards. A dash plaque will be give to the fi rst 100 entrants. There will be hot dogs, bbq’s, bratwurst, as well as CONSTRUCTION coffee and donuts (Sunday morning). Lots of prizes including a 50/50 drawing and door prizes galore. UNLIMITED Saturday Night Cruise A car cruise will leave the Post at 7 p.m. ($2 per car) with trophies given. From 8 p.m.-midnight RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL there will be a Dance Party featuring a beer gar- den and food. Walk-ins pay $2.50 per person cover charge. Information at 269/469-2674. 219-363-4196 574-654-3339 New Carlisle Hometown Days New Carlisle Hometown Days will take place July IS YOUR CPA YOUR 27-July 29 throughout the town of New Carlisle, IN. The family oriented weekend includes activities BUSINESS PARTNER? such as a parade, a home run derby, Viet Nam re- WE WILL BE. enactors, car shows, live entertainment and more. For your complimentary, no obligation copy of Food will be available throughout the festival and “Your Accountant – Your Partner,” Call 269.469.9300 a beer garden will be available Friday and Satur- day nights. Times for the festival are Friday, noon-8 p.m., Saturday, 8 a.m.-8 p.m., and Sunday, noon-5 p.m. Times are Eastern Daylight Time. New Carlisle Hometown Days is a not-for-profi t CPA & Business Advisory Services 23 N. Thompson Street Now Accepting Business and endeavor sponsored by the New Carlisle Lions Club. New Buffalo, Michigan 49117 Individual Clients For more information, contact Doug Adams at 574- 654-3672, or [email protected] THE July 19, 2007 Page 59 Miniature Horse Open Barn

Lisa Knapp with one of miniature horses on the farm Knapp’s Knee-High Miniature Horse Farm in Rolling Prairie is having an “Open Barn” to the pub- Irresistible Mix of lic on Sat., Aug. 11, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Knapp’s Min- Lionel®, Thomas® iature Horse Farm raises several miniature horses John Deere®, Toys, for show and sale, and has always welcomed the Books & Videos public, and especially children, to the farm to see the animals and even hold events such as birthday Operati parties. ng Layout! This Open Barn will highlight several mares and foals along with the other horses throughout the 16 S Smith • New Buffalo (Across from Oink’s) day. Free refreshments will be provided and lunch (269) 469-6811 • (800) 892-2822 • Open 7 days a week 11:00 - 5:00 (EST) will be served 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Knapp’s Knee-High Miniature Horse Farm is lo- cated three miles north of Rolling Prairie at 7368 N 425 E. Turn north on Prairie Street in downtown Rolling Prairie. More information at 219-778-4344.

Amarillo Country Western Dance Amarillo Star Country Western Carry In Dance will take place on Sat., July 21 at the American Legion Skwiat Post 451, 121 Skwiat Legion Ave., Michigan City. Bring a side dish or dessert to share. Eat 6:30 p.m. Dance 7-10:30 p.m. A/S members admitted free; Non-members $7.00 for Dance/Dinner, or $5.00 Dance only. Theme: Pa- triotic - Red/White/Blue. Everyone is welcome. Line/partner dancing to DJ music. Information: Chris 219-874-3624

Three Oaks Inside Out Block Party The fi rst “Three Oaks Inside Out Block Party!” kitchens, baths & flooring • Kitchen & Bath Cabinetry will be held Sat., Aug. 4th from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., fol- • Custom Countertops • Ceramic & Natural Stone Tile lowed by the Vickers Theatre Silent Film showing • Carpet • Wood & Laminate Flooring outdoors in Dewey Cannon Park. • Window Blinds & Shutters • California Closet Systems Downtown Elm Street will be blocked off from • Interior Design, Planning & Consultation • Complete Installation/Construction Services Linden to Sycamore and the street will be fi lled with • Kitchen/Bath Remodeling live bands, puppeteers, performers, and an open mic • Room Additions, Decks, Porches, etc. • Licensed in Indiana, Michigan, Illinois stage, games and much more! Artists will be demon- • Free Estimates & Measuring strating their talents and businesses will bring out 1916 E. Hwy. 20 • Michigan City • 219-871-0555 their ambiance to the streets....Fun for all ages! www.dunelandinteriors.com THE Page 60 July 19, 2007 Activities to Explore In the Local Area:. COLORWORKS PAINTING July 18 -- Organ Recital at First Congregational Residential - Commercial Church, 6th & Washington streets, MC. Noon. Free & open to public. This week: Lee Meyer. 219-575-1375 July 18-21, 25-28 -- “H.M.S. Pinafore” at Main- street Theatre, 807 Franklin St., MC. Canterbury Summer Season production. Wed 2 & 8 pm; Thurs/ Fri 8 pm; Sat 5 & 8 pm. Tix $6.25-$14; reserve at 874-4269. Indoor Miniature Golf July 19 -- Michigan City Municipal Band concert. 8 pm at the Guy Foreman Amphitheater, Washing- & Birthday Party Room ton Park. Free, but parking fees apply. At Rag Tops Auto Museum July 19-23 -- At the Vickers Theatre: “The Va- let.” Starring Daniel Auteuil. French with subti- Michigan City tles. Rated PG-13. Thurs/Fri 6:30 pm; Sat/Sun 4 & (219) Call 878-1514 for Details! 6:30 pm; Mon 6:30 pm. All MI times. Also showing: “Jindabyne.” Starring Laura Linney and Gabriel Byrne. Rated R. Thurs-Mon at 9 pm only. 6 N. Elm St., Three Oaks, MI. 269/756-3522 or www.vicker- stheatre.com THE July 20 -- Steve Evans Quartet (jazz) in concert HIGH NOON at the Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three BOOKSTORE by Nora Roberts Oaks, MI. 8 pm MI time. Tix $20; reserve at 269/756- hardback $26.95 3879. July 20-21 -- Farmer’s Market at the School- 1203 LIGHTHOUSE PLACE MICHIGAN CITY house Shop, Furnessville, IN. 10 am-4 pm each day. 219/879-3993 219/926-1551. July 20-22, 26-29 -- “Fuddy Meers” at Chicago Street Theatre, 154 W. Chicago St., Valparaiso. Cur- 9 OUT OF 10 RECOMMEND tain 8 pm; Sun matinee 2:30 pm. Tix $15/adults, $12/seniors, $10/students & military veterans; re- serve at 219/464-1636. July 20-21, 27-29, August 2-5 -- “Ee Gads!” Mu- If you’re looking to finance a new home, find out sical comedy at the 4th St. Theatre, 125 N 4th St., for yourself why so many customers recommend Chesterton, IN. Curtain 8 pm; Sun. 3 pm. Tix $12; Horizon Bank. Call Gina at (219) 871-2252. Gina Siwietz reserve at 219-926-7875. www.4thStreetNCCA.org EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE • SENSIBLE ADVICE® July 20-22 -- “Grease” at Dunes Summer The- atre, Michiana Shores, IN. 8 pm Fri/Sat, 7 pm Sun. Tix $15/adults, $12/students & sen. 879-7509. WARREN J. ATTAR July 21 -- Farmer’s Market, 8th & Washington Agent Representing State Farm Since 1971 streets, MC. 8 am-noon. July 21 -- Farmer’s Market, County Courthouse My 24 Hour Good Neighbor Service Number is grounds, LaPorte. 7 am-noon. (219) 874-4256 STATE FARM July 21 -- “All Aboard the Jump and Jam Ex- Auto 1902 E. US 20 • Evergreen Plaza Life Fire press” with James Coffey. Kid’s show at the Acorn INSURANCE Michigan City, IN 46360 ® Fax: (219) 874-5430 Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks, MI. 3 pm MI time. Tix $10/adults, $5/kids. 269/756-3879. July 21 -- Amarilla Star Country Western Car- ry-in Dinner and Dance. 6:30 pm (bring a dish to NEW FLEET share). Dance 7-10:30 pm. Skwiat American Legion OF CADILLACS 24 Hour Transportation • All Occasions Post, Michigan City. Adm. free to AS members; non- 709 Plaza Dr. Suite 2 #249 Chesterton, In. 46304 members $7/dinner & dance or $5/dance only. Info: Chris at 874-3624. July 21 -- Music in the Park. Live music in Dew- ey Cannon Park, Three Oaks, MI. 7 pm MI time. 877.LIMOS.55 219.210.9870 Free. This week: Barbershop Quartet. Ranked 3rd www.allaylimo.com in the world at the 2006 Senior Barbershop Quartet THE July 19, 2007 Page 61 International Convention and Competition. Hours: 10:30 to 6 269/469-6151 July 22 -- MC Summer Festival Event: Skate Park Jam. 9 am-4 pm at Pullman Park, corner US The 12 and Willard Ave. BMX bicycles, skateboarding and aggressive inline skating competitions. Specta- Villager tors adm. $2, kids under 12 yrs. $1. GIFTS • ACCESSORIES July 22 -- St Mary of the Lake Altar and Rosa- ry Society Italian Buffet Dinner. Noon-4 pm in the 100 N. Whittaker Street New Buffalo, MI church hall, 718 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo. $8/ adults, $3.50/ kids under 10 yrs. 269/469-4159. July 22-28 -- LaPorte County Fair, LaPorte, IN. 4-H fair, amusements, music, food and more. Ted Perzanowski, M.Div., B.A. Every Monday -- New Buffalo Chess Club. 6 Essential Life Skills Training pm (MI time) at the New Buffalo Public Library, 33 N. Thompson, New Buffalo. Open to all ages and An effective alternative to counseling and psychotherapy for individuals and couples skill levels. John Calo, 269/469-6507 or email jsca- [email protected] Michigan City, IN - 219.879.9155 • Chicago, IL - 312.938.9155 Places to Visit: [email protected] Barker Mansion, 631 Washington St., Michigan City. Adm. $4/adults, $2/kids 18 & under, free/kids under 3. Guided tours--weekdays 10 am, 11:30 am & 1 pm; weekends noon & 2 pm. 219-873-1520. Specializing in Quality: Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery, • Framing 525 Broadway, Beverly Shores, IN. Sat-Sun. 1-4 • Siding • Decks pm. 219/871-0832. • Roofi ng Great Lakes Museum of Military History, 360 Jason Reber Licensed Contractor • Windows Dunes Plaza, Michigan City. Open 9 am-4 pm, Tues- FREE ESTIMATES Fri; 10 am-4 pm Sat; closed Sun & Mon. Adm. $3/ 219-406-2343 [email protected] adults, $2/vets & senior citizens, $1/ages 8-18, and free to under 8 and active military personnel. Info 872-2702 or www.militaryhistorymuseum.org LaPorte County Historical Museum. 2405 Indiana ’ Ave., LaPorte. Adm. $3/LaP. Co. resident; $5/out-of- county; $3/kids 12-17; free/under 12 yrs. 219/324- 6767 or www.laportecountyhistory.org Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. 2nd St., Michigan City. Tues.-Fri., 10 am-5 pm; Sat-Sun, 11 am-4 pm. Closed Mon. Phone 874-4900. New Buffalo Railroad Museum, 530 S. Whittaker St., New Buffalo, MI. Mon-Fri, 9 am-5 pm; Sat, 10 am-3 pm, (MI time) Closed Sun. 269/469-5409. Old Lighthouse Museum, Washington Park, GLASS BLOCK WINDOWS Michigan City. Open Tues-Sun, 1-4 pm. Closed on Chimneys • Tuck Pointing holidays. Adm $3/adults, $1/grades 9-12, 50¢/grade ALL MASONRY REPAIRS school, 5 yrs. & under/free. 872-6133. 30 Yrs. Exp. • Free Est. Rag Tops Museum of Michigan City, 209 W. Mich- Northern Ind. & Lower Mich. Glass Block igan Blvd., Michigan City. A collection of classic, Chimneys Windows antique & unusual vehicles & memorabilia. Open Gene Burke • 219-324-8702 (LaPorte) • 229-4109 (M.C.) every day 10 am-7 pm. Adm. $6/adults, $5/sen. cit, $4/kids, free/under 3. 878-1514. Southern Shore Art Association Gallery, 724 Franklin St., Michigan City. Sat. & Sun., 11 am-4 pm. 219-861-0186. http://southernshoreart.org. Expo Hall Available Farther Afi eld: Weddings, Parties, Meetings, Dances, Exhibitions, Etc… July 19-22 -- 29th Annual Venetian Festival on Seating for 300+ People the St. Joseph River, St. Joseph, MI. See www.vene- P.A. System, Dance Floor, Stage & Bar Area tian.org for list of activities. For More Information Call July 27-29 -- New Carlisle (IN) Hometown Days, Rag Tops Auto Museum (219) 878-1514 Memorial Park. Family oriented activities. THE Page 62 July 19, 2007 Travels with Charley: Foot Loose Along the Gently Flowing Fox River by Charles McKelvy Did you really think we would go all the way to Geneva, Illinois for my nephew’s wedding and not come back with a bonus travel story about being foot loose and fancy free along the Fox River? Of course not. So, of course, here is my dispatch from fabulous Fabyan Forest Preserve on the sylvan banks of the aforementioned Fox: On the morning after the wondrous wedding of Abigail Munson Masterfi eld and James Kenneth McKelvy, my cousin Rick Smith rang us up in our motel room and asked if we would like to take a tour of “that forest preserve down by the river before we all head for home.” And by that he meant Florida The Fabyan Villa was re-designed and enlarged by Frank Lloyd Wright and Michigan, because it had truly been a destina- in 1907. Wright’s design altered the fl oor plan from an L shape to a cru- tion wedding. ciform changing a simple farmhouse to a modifi ed Prairie School home. Natalie and I were already up and about and had The home was owned by George and Nelle Fabyan from 1905 to 1936. already exhausted the walking possibilities in the worthy of at least one photograph in the Beacher. vicinity of our motel, so we said, “Sure!!” Duly taken and presented as is the shot of what We always say sure to a sure bet like fabulous we all presumed to be Wright’s design for the well Fabyan Forest Preserve. house. There was no interpretative sign, so we had And so Rick Smith, who works to keep the Flori- to make that assumption all on our own. da Everglades from drying up, took us to a wet and wonderful place in Geneva, Illinois.

Veteran Florida hydrologist Rick Smith takes a closer look at the Fox River in Geneva, Illinois. Part of the Kane County park system, Fabyan Our best guess – Frank Lloyd Wright designed this as a well house. Forest Preserve includes most of the former river- But we did learn that the house, which is called bank estate of George and Nelle Fabyan. The couple Fabyan Villa, is open for your inspection until Oc- had the foresight to purchase more than 300 acres tober 15 on Wednesdays from 1 to 4 p.m. and Sat- of land on both sides of the Fox River between 1905 urday and Sundays from 1 to 4:30 p.m. (For more and 1936, and they entered the annals of architec- information, please phone: 630/377-6424). tural history by retaining the services of a certain Walking down the bluff from Fabyan Villa, we Frank Lloyd Wright in 1907 to redesign and alter passed by the Japanese Gardens which are also the farm house they had perched on a bluff over- open until October 15 -- only on Wednesdays and looking the Fox River. Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. It being before 1 p.m., we What Wright did, of course, was something short had to content ourselves with a view from the pe- of wonderful, and, although we were there a tad ear- rimeter, but what a view! ly for an inside tour, we could see from the outside Lovely, lovely! that the Fabyans had themselves a modifi ed Prairie And so was our walk along the Fox River Trail. School home to enjoy. Wright altered their original We chatted with cyclists and joggers and folks with L-shape fl oor plan to a cruciform and added those friendly dogs and just had a great time crossing the famous “Wright touches” of his, and the result is foot bridges across the Fox River and enjoying the THE July 19, 2007 Page 63

The Japanese Gardens are open from May 15 to October 15 on Wednesdays and Sundays from 1 to 4 p.m. sylvan serenity of a place set aside for the enjoyment of nature in the far western suburbs of Chicago. As for the Fox herself, why we did see one fellow paddle past in a kayak, and the only motorboats we saw were of the modest, fi shing variety, and, yes, we did see folks fi shing from the banks of that fl uidly fl owing river. ly hydrated and added that it was often “like herd- ing cats.” He said he could see progress, but he said he was ready to turn the struggle over to younger environmentalists.

Fabyan Forest Preserve The Fox River as it appears to frequenters of Fabyan Forest Preserve features this in Geneva, Illinois. Not bad. windmill. And with those thoughts, we took our leave of Fabyan Forest Preserve and headed a short dis- There was a Dutch-style windmill on the other tance to downtown Geneva where Lady Natalie and side and that Fox River Trail leading to adventure, I boarded our silver coach for the Ogilvie Transpor- but we had a train to catch back to Chicago, and so tation Center in that garden spot known as Chica- we walked slowly back to the car listening to Rick go. Smith explain how he has devoted most of his work- We could have walked to the train station, and ing life to saving the Everglades. had we done so we would have gotten a better look I asked him if we was optimistic, and he pointed at some of those stately Geneva mansions that line to the Fabyan Forest Preserve around us as proof the river. But that’s for another time, and for your that if conservation-minded folks could save a por- own great time in Fabyan Forest Preserve, please tion of the Fox River, they could certainly save the call: 630/232-2631 and Metra at 312/322-6740 for remaining half of the Everglades. your free Metra Travel Guide that contains easy-to- Rick said he worked with several government use travel directions from Metra stations. agencies in the effort to keep the Everglades proper- Ride on! THE Page 64 July 19, 2007

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The ordeal inspired him to write his most famous novel, Civil FOR ANY ROOM! Disobedience. On July 23, 1904, in St. Louis, the ice cream cone • GRANITE was invented by Charles E. Menches. • SOLID On July 23, 1962, a Telstar communications satel- SURFACE lite relayed the fi rst live television programs from the United States to Europe. On July 23, 1974, after seven years in power, Come Visit Our Showroom Greece’s military rulers turned the nation over to civilian control. 219-878-9914 On July 24, 1847, Mormon leader Brigham Young www.aacabinets.net and his followers arrived at Utah’s Great Salt 205 Tilden Ave., Michigan City Lake. On July 24, 1870, the fi rst railroad car from the Pacifi c Coast reached New York, marking the begin- ning of transcontinental rail service. Are You Considering a New Water Line? On July 24, 1897, Amelia Earhart, the fi rst woman to fl y solo across the Atlantic Ocean, was born in QUICK SERVICE PLUMBING, Atchison, Kansas. On July 24, 1969, after completing the fi rst manned HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING, INC. landing on the moon, the Apollo 11 astronauts made (219) 362-0157 or Toll Free (888) 499-1559 a safe “splash-down” in the Pacifi c. Complete Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Sales and Service. On July 24, 2005, Lance Armstrong closed out his cycling career with a seventh consecutive Tour de • Repair or replace underground water or sewer lines using DIRECTIONAL BORING or AIR POWER MOLE France victory. without distrurbing your lawn or landscaping. On July 25, 1814, England’s George Stephenson, • Repair or replace plumbing in older homes, who was to become known as the Founder of Rail- remodeling, room additions, including gas lines. ways, fi rst successfully demonstrated a steam loco- • We have the most modern sewer cleaning inspection motive. equipment plus leak testing for underground On July 25, 1866, Ulysses S. Grant, victorious water lines, including line locating and camera Union general in the Civil War, was named to the inspections. fi ve-star rank of “General of the Armies,” the fi rst • We sell & install Armstrong & Goodman furnaces offi cer to be so honored. and air conditioners. On July 25, 1885, Louis Pasteur inoculated the • Lochinvar water heaters and Cole & Masey water conditioners. fi rst human being against rabies. The patient, Jo- seph Meister, who had been bitten by a rabid dog, • We service ALL brands of furnaces, air conditioners and water softners. later became superintendent of the Pasteur Insti- tute. Competitive Rates - Senior Citizens Discounts On July 25, 1909, French aviator Louis Bleriot (in 60 day to 1 year warranty on most Service Work a monoplane) made the fi rst fl ight across the Eng- 1 Hour Minimum Service Call - Travel Time 1 Way - Sorry, No Credit lish Channel, traveling from Calais to Dover in 37 Insured, Bonded, LIC. #PC81038838 minutes THE Page 66 July 19, 2007 Family Day at the Cabin Festival A look at the interior of the Navarre Cabin is of- fered to the public at “Family Day at the Cabin,” being presented by the Northern Indiana Center for History from noon-4 p.m. Eastern time, on Sun., July 29. This year, “Family Day at the Cabin” has been selected to be part of South Bend City Cele- bration 2007, a year-long festival of events and pro- grams held on the 29th of every month to showcase all that the community has to enjoy. The Navarre Cabin, located in Leeper Park, is listed on the Na- tional Register of Historic Places. It was built circa 1820 by Pierre Navarre, considered to be the fi rst European to permanently settle in St. Joseph Coun- ty. Suggested donation is $3. During “Family Day at the Cabin,” participants can visit with “Pierre Navarre” and learn about crafts, cooking, recreation, trades and period dress in the early 1800s. Costumed interpreters will give a guided tour of the Navarre Cabin and talk about Pierre Navarre, his wife Angelique, and their chil- dren. Visitors can purchase items at the “Trading Post.” Pierre Navarre was an educated man of French descent who came from Monroe, Michigan, in 1820 as an agent of the American Fur Company. Begun in 1808 by John Jacob Astor, the company competed with the great fur trading companies in Canada. Navarre’s arrival in South Bend and the establish- ment of the fi rst trading post on the St. Joseph Riv- er prepared the way for the founding of Southhold, later to become South Bend. 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Clean, shop, cook, babysit, ride to the airport, H & H HOME REPAIR or watch your home over the winter. Honest, dependable, mature. We specialize in: •Carpentry •Finished Basements •New Baths •Electrical Call 219-608-1318. *Plumbing •Flooring •Drywall/Painting. Family owned 45 years. “YOU COME OUT AND PLAY. LET ME PUT IT ALL AWAY.” Jeffery & Scott Human, owners -- 219/861-1990. • Residential Cleaning • Water Flowers • Dog “doodie” in Yard ALL PHASES OF RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING. No job too big/too small. • Security House Checks • Will also open up & freshen house for your Free est. All work guaranteed. All prices very reasonable. 219-448-3941. arrival. Call Deb 219-861-0554. A & L CONCRETE. Quality flatwork and decorative stamping IT COMPUTER SERVICES. • Driveways • Sidewalks • Garage floors • Patios • and more. Lessons, Consulting, Upgrades, Networking, References/Experienced/Insured. Call Tom 219-326-6959. Troubleshooting, Repair, and Data Recovery. Call Mike (219) 874-2398. PAINTING-DRYWALL-WALLPAPER SELF IMPROVEMENT - INSTRUCTIONS WISTHOFF PAINTING -- REFERENCES ENTERTAINMENT/LESSONS Small Jobs Welcome -- Call 219/874-5279 Learn Voice or an Instrument this summer. Call 219/872-1217. JEFFERY J. HUMAN INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING & STAINING BALLROOM DANCE LESSONS – Custom Decorating - Custom Woodwork - Hang/Finish Drywall New session begins Sun., July 1, 2007. Wallpaper Removal – Trim Carpentry Beginners Rhumba at 3 p.m. – Intermediate Fox Trot at 4 p.m. 27-Years experience. Insured. Ph. 219/861-1990. Location: Dance Sophisticates, 8872 W 125 S, LaPorte, IN 46350. DUNIVAN PAINTING and POWER WASHING Contact: Patty or Al, 219-362-3698 [email protected] Decks, Homes, Trailers, Driveways, Cement, etc. (just off 421 alongside Purdue North Central) Local. Exp. Insured. Reasonable Rates. Call Brian at 219-741-0481. Lessons are 50 mins. ea. for 4 wks. Next session begins Aug. 5, 2007. THE A & L PAINTING COMPANY -- INTERIOR & EXTERIOR We are a “Home in the Country” Ballroom Studio and lessons are given 20-YEARS EXPERIENCE. Also Power Wash, Seal & Paint Decks. in the Lower Level Studio. Sign up now – Space for 10 Couples Seniors (65+) 10% off labor. References. Reasonable. Phone or fax $30.00 per person if you sign up for all 4 classes in advance 219/778-4145. Cell phone days 219/363-5450 or $8.00 per week. Check www.dancesophisticates.com Group Class Schedule for complete listing. LAKE SHORE PAINTING & PRESSURE CLEANING. Free estimates. Call 219-872-6424 and ask for LeRoy. HEALTH & PHYSICAL FITNESS ABOUT SPACE LTD. • • • MASSAGE THERAPY & WELLNESS CENTER • • • Custom Painting and Decorating – Residential and Commercial. Therapeutic Massage • Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine • Call Kristina at 219-363-0724. www.allaboutspace.net Reflexology • Heated Stone Therapy • Salt Scrub • Pregnancy Massage WAYNE’S PAINTING. From top to bottom, interior/exterior. 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WILLIAMSON PAINTING & PRESSURE WASHING. Great chance to enjoy our outdoor pool, super classes inside Interior & Exterior. Call 219-369-8719. THE Page 68 July 19, 2007

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FURNITURE: Roll-Top Desk $400, Entertainment Center $600, Dunegrass, Perennials, Evergreens, Grasses, Groundcovers, 2 Green Leather Recliner Rockers $300/pr, Cocktail Table $200, Annuals all sold at below RETAIL Cost! Wassily Chair $75, ★★ H&S SERVICES --2621 E. US HIGHWAY 12 ★★ Settee $50, Bedside Chest of Drawers $75. Steve at 219-861-1986. Call 219/872-8946 See details and pictures at Let Us Be Your One Stop Shop Colored Mulch - Topsoil - River Rock BLUEBERRIES ARE READY! Retaining Wall Blocks - Natural Stone Billie Boy’s Blueberry Barn, 650 Freyer Rd., Michigan City. 219-872-7477. ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ADDIE’S LAWN MAINTENANCE • Residential & Commercial REAL ESTATE Yard Clean-Up • Mowing • Aeration • Thatching • Ext. Power COMMERCIAL – RENTALS/LEASE/SELL Wash, Stain & Seal • Free Est. Call 219-879-2017 or 219-448-0900. GARAGE AND BASEMENT OVERSTUFFED? ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✹ ✿ ✸ ✿ ✸ Store your stuff with us and get a 6 month lease for a 5 month price. ✩ ★ JIM’S LAWN SERVICE – MOWING – WEEKLY RATES ✩ ★ GOLDEN SANDES STORE AND LOCK. CALL 219-879-3733 or (cell) 219-229-3178. Leave message. 4407 E. U.S. 12 (@ Hwy. 212) Landscaping by: SMALL’S GARDEN CENTER Michigan City, IN. Custom Landscape Designs: 219/879-5616. Retaining Walls—Block, Boulder, Timber, Ledge Rock OFFICE SUITE. 3 private offices and reception area. Expenses, except Brick—Patio, Walks, Driveways phone, paid. Well maintained, high traffic area. 2811 E. Michigan Blvd., Flagstone—Walks, Patio, Walls Michigan City. (219) 879-9188, 879-2700. Ponds & Waterfalls—Complete Excavating/Site Preparation Clean-ups—Hydro Seeding & Sodding—Dunegrass RENTALS INDIANA 13 ACRE GARDEN CENTER: Shade Trees—Evergreens, Shrubs & HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH Perennials. We Deliver Pulverized Topsoil, Mulch, Decorative Stone, 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. Driveway Stone, Sand, Paving Brick, Boulders, LONG BEACH COZY 4/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) Flagstone (White & Chestnut): Cut Drywall, Outcropping, Steppers. Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/370-1745. 219-778-2568. 1551 E. Hwy. 20, LaPorte, IN 46350 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ PAT’S TREE SERVICE. DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB Complete tree and landscaping service. LAKEFRONT CONDOS -- 2 and 3 bedrooms. Experts in storm damage. Licensed and insured. Free estimates. Avail. June-Sept. -- $1,400 to $2,000 per week. Call 219-362-5058. DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. CAPPY’S LAWN CARE COMPLETE LAWN SERVICE • FREE ESTIMATES • INSURED SHERIDAN BEACH-SUMMER RENTAL. 219-874-3580 Just hundred yards away from the beach! Sleeps up to 6. Completely remodeled 2BR, 1BA apartment on the first floor. All new kitchen, new KEENE CONSTRUCTION / MAINTENANCE bath, TV/DVD, A/C units. Patio and gas grill. Come and enjoy! Lawn care • Property Maintenance • Clean Ups $700/week. Call Andrew at 708-372-6898. Grass Removal • Power Washing Locally owned • Insured • 219-861-7041 HOUSE FOR RENT ON LAKE SHORE DRIVE [email protected] 3/BR, 2BA. A/C. Frpl., W/D. Summer rentals avail. Also avail Sept thru May. $750/mo + util. Call 708/424-8756. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES LONG BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT - Great location, very close to beach ATTENTION DRIVERS willing to train to obtain CDL! NO and park. 4/BR, 2/Bath. A/C. W/D, D/W. Deck w/BBQ. EXPERIENCE NECESSARY! TMC Transportation needs drivers. Avail. 8/4/07 for short/long term rental. Call 312-953-9570. THE July 19, 2007 Page 69

THIS WAY TO THE BEACH! Adorable cottage, 8 houses from the lake GREAT DEALS ON LAST MINUTE RENTALS – Annie’s Beach House. at Stop 31. Cute retro décor. Sleeps 6-10. New kitchen and 2 baths. Clean. Cute and newly remodeled. Stop 31 Private Beach. 4BR/2BA sleeps Huge screened porch. A/C, cable, DVD. 10. Family and Pet friendly. All Amenities. Vanessa – 269-469-6892. $1100/week. Call 847-644-4398 or 847-696-0878. 1 & 2BR APTS. FOR RENT – ½ blk. to beach. Cooking gas incl. $475- “The Summer Place” at Stop 33. AVAILABLE $625/mo.1BR, ½ blk. to beach. $575-$600/mo. util. incl. Call 219-861-3705. last 2 wks. of August/Sept. 2 blocks from beach. Charming décor, WINTER RENTAL – 5BR house, wooded area, lg. lot, all new kitchen beautiful surroundings, 4BR, 2BA, family room with fireplace. appliances, lovely views, huge back & front yd., $900. 219-879-7651. Patio, deck, sun porch. A/C, W/D. Call 708-784-9866. DUNELAND BEACH COTTAGE. Stop 33. 1 blk. from lake. Updated FURNISHED CONDO. Pine Lake in LaPorte. $1750/mo. 3BR, 1.5BA, C/A, frpl. W/D, lg. deck with grill, newly finished basement. Call Debbie Burke @ Merrion & Associates Realtors, 219-872-4000 or toll-free 1-866-496-1752. Avail. 9/1/07 thru 5/31/07/ $850/mo. + util. 847-508-4188. BEACH HOUSE – Beautifully rehabbed 4BR, 3BA home at Stop 30. 2BR HOME. $675/mo. Nice neighborhood. W/D. Sleeps 8, lg. deck, sun porch w/frpl. and flat screen tv. Enjoy a short walk Close to Greenwood Cemetery. No pets. Credit ref. checks. (1-1/2 blks.) to stop 30 beach. Avail. the weeks of Aug. 12, 19, 27. (Sat.- 1 mo. sec. dep. Call Kevin at 219-879-4343. Sat. rental). Wkly. rental $1800. No pets or smokers. 2BR UPPER APT. Newly redone. W/D. No pets. Please call Andy at 219-575-4120 to view this beach house!! Credit ref. checks. Sec. Dep. $650/mo. Call Kevin 219-879-4343. EXCLUSIVE DUNELAND BEACH JOHN LLOYD WRIGHT. MICHIANA SHORES. Completely renovated home 1.5 blks. from Stop At Stop 35 is the perfect place for a summer retreat. Perched atop a large 38. Two large family rooms, eat-in kitchen, 2BR, 2BA, sleeps 8. Fireplace, wooded private dune, this home will comfortably accommodate patio, A/C – stylish setting. $1700/wk. Non-smoking. Well behaved 2-3 families. C/A, fireplace, sunroom, 2 private balconies. pets allowed. Rents Sunday 3pm-Sunday 11am. Weeks avail: 8/12+. 1 blk. to private beach and endless sunsets. Avail. beginning May 15, 2007. Call Susan at 612-817-8578. You’ll love this place! Please inquire by calling (312) 214-5648. FALL/WINTER RENTAL STOP 33. 2 blks. from lake. Charming country SUMMER/WEEKLY RENTALS on two wooded acres. home, lovely décor, beautiful surroundings. 3BR, 2BA, family room, 3 bedrooms, 3 baths, finished basement which can accommodate 6 fireplace. Patio, deck, sun porch. A/C, W/D, dbl. garage. sleepers. Sleeps 10-12. 2 balconies overlooking the two wooded acres. No pets. No outside maintenance. $825/mo. Phone 708-784-9866. 301 Freyer Road. Approximately 2 minutes to access beach. Parking spot available. 312-965-0997. $1,500/wk. RENTALS MICHIGAN SHERIDAN BEACH. Contemporary, spacious, furn. 3BR, 2-1/2BA home. 2BR COTTAGE RENTAL. Newly redecorated. Walk to beach. 2-car garage. Outstanding lake vistas. Short or long term. Call 630-852- $750/week. Inquire at On the Lounge Slipcover Studio 5414, e-mail [email protected], www.michigancityrental.com for viewing or call 269-469-4354. HOUSE FOR RENT-OGDEN DUNES. Quiet semi-private beach commu- MICHIGAN. New Buffalo, Village of Grand Beach. nity. 3BR, 1.5BA, sleeps 6+2. Gas BBQ, big deck, screened porch, A/C, Cottage on the beach of Lake Michigan. Enjoy the views from this dune Satellite TV, stereo, all linens. Sat/Sun rentals $1200. Great family location. top cottage directly on the beach. Enjoy magnificent sunsets from the Cell 219-730-6486, H 219-763-3088. deck of this cozy 3BR home. Golf & tennis within walking distance. COMPLETELY FURN. 3BR MARINA PARK CONDO avail. for 6 mos. Available July & August $1900/week, and Sept. $1200/week. to 1 yr. lease. $2,000/mo.. For information & viewing, call 708-212-1637 or 219-326-5828. Call Ed Merrion @ 219-872-4000. Merrion & Associates Realtors. MICHIANA, 3745 LAKE SHORE DRIVE – 2BR, 2BA; sleeps 6. 4 BR, 3BA, SHORELAND HILLS, 2 story home. Lake across the street. Spectacular Lake/Sunset views. $1,000/wk. 1-1/2 blks. to beach. $1780.00 per month. AVAIL: weekly/monthly June through September. Call (312) 857-2114. Call Century 21-Long Beach Realty 219-874-5209. UNION PIER. 3BR 2BA cottage on lake side of Red Arrow Hwy. DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB – STEPS FROM PRIVATE BEACH!! Lg. screened porch, fenced yard. C/A, W/D. 3BR, 2.5BA Townhouse w/Gorgeous Lake View, W/D & Satellite TV Walk to beach or use golf cart. $1800/wk. Call Mike 312-969-3994. ONLY $800/wk (4 wk. minimum). Incl. July 4, Labor Day Call Todd at (312) 415-0316. FLORIDA RENTALS MICHIGAN CITY BEACH HOUSE. STOP 31/Shoreland Hills. FLORIDA, THE VILLAGES. 2BR, 2BA furnished with golf cart. 5BR, 3BA. Recently updated. Huge cedar deck overlooking beautiful 14 free golf courses. All amenities. No pets, no smoking. views of yard and creek. Sleeps 10-14. Fully furn. Turn Key. 2.5 blks. Available by week or month. Call for DVD. 219-929-5556. to beach. No smoking or pets. Call to reserve your family and friends getaway vacation! Security deposit required. $1,250/wk. Only 1 hr. from Chicago! H REAL ESTATE FOR SALE H Call 708-774-7196 or [email protected] MICHIGAN CITY BEACH HOUSE/38’ CIGARETTE POWERBOAT. CHARMING MICHIANA SHORES COTTAGE. 3BR, 2BA Stop 31. 9 rms., 5BR, 3BA. Sleeps 10-12. Gorgeous cedar deck, includes beautiful master bedroom suite. Lg. screened porch, extra lot. Fully furnished, turn key! 2.5 blks. to Beach! Time to relax! bnd- stone fireplace, gas grill. Short walk to beach. Short term rental. [email protected]. Boat additional $69,000. Beach house $379,000. Call 773-463-0555 or 773-617-4884 and leave message. Call for info. 708-774-7196. SHERIDAN BEACH STOP 3. 3BR, 2BA sleeps 10. C/A, 2 decks, GOOD OPPORTUNITY. Beachwalk Resort, 6200 sq. ft. home site W/D, gas & charcoal grills. 100 yds. to beach. $1,300/wk. overlooking Lake Kai; boardwalk to Lake Michigan. 219-878-1195. Still avail: 8/18-8/25, 8/25-8/30 & fall dates. Call: 708-532-4927. MICHIANA SHORES AREA, IN, wooded bldg. sites. City sewer & water. CHARMING LONG BEACH TWO STORY HOME 80 ft. x 130 ft. Walk to beaches! $175,000. Broker/owner 239-283-2437. Stop 20 - Newly redone - 4/BR, 2/Bath. Furnished - No Pets. Washer/ MICHIANA SHORES, 307 SUNSET TRL. 2BR, 2BA. A/C, fireplace, dryer. 1/4 Block to beach. $850/mo + utilities. furnished turnkey near lake. For sale or lease with option to buy. Avail Sept’07 - June ‘08 - Call 708/717-8883. $398,000. Take a look, make an offer. 219-879-6727. SHERIDAN BEACH – Lg. 2BR apt., steps to beach, off street parking, CAPE CORAL, FLORIDA CONDO. 3BR, 2 full baths. 2nd. floor. no pets, non-smokers. $625 + util. yr. round lease. Call 219-879-2195. Never Rented. 4 yrs. old. 10,000 lb. boat lift and dock. STOP 28. BRAND NEW HOME. 4BR, 3BA w/Coach House. Canal to open water and gulf. $299,000. 219-879-8227. Gourmet kitchen. C/A, W/D, flat screen TVs, cable/internet access. LAKEFRONT IN MICHIGAN’S HARBOR COUNTRY! Short walk to beach. Too many amenities to list. 1. New Buffalo’s Timber Lane Estates – spectacular in Great house for family reunions. Call Ginger at 708-447-2417. every way. 110’ of Assoc. beach, 4BR, 3.5BA, best SHORELAND HILLS 10 MONTH RENTAL. 3BR, 2BA, furn. W/D. of everything systems, fixtures & max tech features. 2 blks. to lake. Avail. 8/20/07 to 6/30/08. $800 per month includes outdoor NOW $3,999,000, maintenance, but not utilities. No Pets. Call Bob N. at (800) 899-2699. 2. An estate in Lakeside! Peaceful, serene 1.67 acre parcel Recently remodeled. “Must See to Appreciate.” w/150’ of marvelous beach. Huge living rm, 4BR, lakeview dining rm, LOVELY 2BR HOUSE across from beach. Sleeps 4-6. sunny breakfast rm, library & lakeside porch. $4,100,000. Furnished. Weekly/monthly rates. Call 414-587-2711. 3. Harbert Woods lakefront is area’s best buy! 4BR, 2BA, hardwd flrs, PARADISE IN AUGUST. On the beach at Stop 9. 2BR cottage, frpl & panoramic views of magnificent beach. 100’ of lake frontage. sleeping porch. New bathroom, remodeled kitchen. Hot tub, W/D. $1,695,000. On the finest beach in Indiana. $1000/wk. or $3000/mo. Dep. req’d. Call Nadra K Real Estate * New Buffalo * MI Call 219-871-0207 or 312-787-2577. 1-888-594-7767 *** www.nadrak.com THE Page 70 July 19, 2007

High Noon by Nora Roberts Summer time and the living is made for reading to carry you away--in this case to Savannah, Geor- gia where the hot and steamy streets are not always as pretty and uncomplicated as they look… Lt. Phoebe MacNamara is a hostage negotiator for the Savannah P.D. She’s also ex-FBI, has an ex named Roy, and a seven year-old daughter named Carly who is the light of her life. That’s the short version. Phoebe is one complicated person, for a number of very good reasons. She lives in a large old Georgian mansion that had belonged to her Cousin Bess, left to Phoebe with some strange stipulations. It all started when Phoebe and her brother Carter were youngsters, and her father was dead, Phoebe’s mother Essie met Reuben. When he became mean and controlling, she kicked him out and he returned one night to terrorize them all until, a very re- sourceful Phoebe, with the help of a police negotia- tor, Dave McVee, ended the hostage situation with dead snake, a dead rabbit and a dead rat. Is Arnie all of them alive. that revengeful, or is someone else in Phoebe’s past Cousin Bess took them in, reluctantly, and Essie leaving her a clear message? became an agoraphobic. Dave McVee became the fa- Duncan, in the meantime, calls on Phoebe after ther Phoebe couldn’t remember and when she grew her attack, and eventually the two begin a relation- up, she entered the F.B.I. Academy, leaving that job ship of sorts…well, it’s kind of hard for Duncan to only after her ill-fated marriage to Roy brought her get to fi rst base when one crisis after another keeps back to Savannah. Now she’s happily divorced and interrupting their dates. living back with her mother and daughter. Author Roberts does a great job of explaining the The story opens on St. Patrick’s Day with a sui- role of a hostage negotiator through Phoebe’s expe- cidal bartender that Phoebe must talk down off a riences. The psychology and patience that has to ledge… go into defusing a situation that could go very bad “Jumping to your death was a crappy way to very fast is shown as Phoebe works with her mentor spend St. Patrick’s Day. Being called in on your day Dave and the SWAT team to keep people alive. But off to talk someone out of jumping to his death on it’s the fi nal confrontation that fi nds Phoebe negoti- St. Patrick’s Day wasn’t exactly green beer and bag- ating for her own life. pipes.” Nora Roberts has written over 150 novels with The bartender’s boss and landlord, Duncan Swift, over 280 million books in print, both under her was there and saw our Phoebe in action and was name and the pen name J.D. Robb. This is my fi rst very impressed when she crawled out on the ledge Nora Robert’s read, and I don’t think it will be my and talked the young man out of killing himself… last. She writes an interesting, intelligent story that plus she was easy on his eyes, so he did what any held my interest from beginning to end. red-blooded American man would do--”Can I buy Publishers Weekly calls High Noon “romantic you a drink, Phoebe?” suspense.” I call it a darn good read. Phoebe didn’t need, and really didn’t want any Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by more complications in her life, so she turned him J.K. Rowlings down, which only made Duncan more purposeful, All the waiting and anticipation is about to come of course. to an end as the last (?) book in the Harry Potter In the meantime, Phoebe has Offi cer Arnold Meeks series is set to be released in the U.S. this Saturday to contend with. A sexist and a bully to boot, Phoebe morning at one minute after midnight. Who will live has to take him down a notch or two in the class she and who will die? And can author Rowlings really taught rookies on hostage negotiating. Taking the be saying goodbye to her wildly popular creation? stairs one day to a meeting in the precinct house, Only time will tell, but whether this is, in fact, the Phoebe is attacked by an unknown assailant, her last book in the series or not, Harry Potter will be clothes ripped off her and beat up. Arnie, perhaps? making friends with millions of new readers, both Soon after, nasty notes, not the written kind, young and old, for many years to come. begin appearing on her doorstep--messages like a Till next time, happy reading! THE July 19, 2007 Page 71

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

1815 Elston 325 Northbrook AN EASY INVESTMENT! This Michigan City 2 story bun- CREEK OR LAKE? You can enjoy both with this 4 bedroom, galow was built by & has been in the same family since 1914! 2 bath split level in Shoreland Hills! A large back yard fronts on The upstairs was converted into a roomy apartment with liv- 126' of White Creek, giving you a spot of natural beauty your ing room, eat-in kitchen, 2 bedrooms & a full bath. The main neighbors to the North can’t enjoy. And the home comes with fl oor apartment has 3 bedrooms plus living & dining rooms deeded rights to the beach at Stop 31! Features include hard- and kitchen. There is also a full basement & 2 car garage. Rent wood oak & ceramic tile fl ooring, lots of closet space and low, both apartments out for a positive cash fl ow! $89,900 low utility bills! Call Ed Merrion today! $329,500

5342 US Hwy 35 900 W. Buffalo YOUR PLACE IN THE COUNTRY!!! You don’t have to NEW BUFFALO COMMERCIAL CORNER! They don’t come travel over the river & through the woods to get to this idyllic along too often, but the NW corner of Buffalo & Eagle streets is 1 home on 10 acres. Just call Debbie Burke for directions to fi nd home to this charming 1 /2 story cottage-style commercial building. this 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath Cape Cod. There’s an in-ground lap Upgraded premises include new furnace, AC, electrical & plumb- pool, a stocked, spring-fed pond, guest house, old barn, and ing, with the roof, gutters, downspouts & exterior paint redone in 3650 sq ft living area of completely updated & private comfort 2003. The lot measures 66x132' and is directly south of O’Selka and peaceful wooded views. $549,000 Harbor down Eagle Street. Call Michele fi rst! $495,000

LOOK FOR US ON THE INTERNET! • www.MerrionRealty.com Debbie Burke, GRI, ABR, RECS Ed Merrion*, CRS, GRI Liv Markle*, Broker Associate ,CRS, GRI Dale Harding Jim Laughlin Jessica Storey Jim McGah*, Broker Associate Julie Gring Jerry Lambert Jean Herbert Fran Merrion, GRI, ABR Bill Moldenhauer Tricia Meyer *Licensed in IN & MI John Hayes, GRI, ABR Michele Cihak*, ABR Debbie Mengel Cathy Blum Heather Melnyk THE Page 72 July 19, 2007

CENTURY 21 Long Beach Realty 1401 Lake Shore Drive ~ 3100 Lake Shore Drive 123 (219) 874-5209 ~ (219) 872-1432 T www.c21longbeachrealty.com Open 7 Days a Week Family Owned and Operated Since 1920 2019 Lake Shore Drive 831 E. Remington 305 Westwood

BIG, BRIGHT, AND BEAUTIFUL 2 story SUCH AN EASY COMMUTE to South Bend, FRESHLY PAINTED and sparkling like new, opposite Lake Michigan with fireplace in New Buffalo, Chicago from this lovely traditional with new French doors opening to new Master bedroom and great room. White walls home. Over 1800 square feet of living area 1 pine bordered deck. New ceramic bath; reflect and enhance panoramic Lake Michigan includes 3 bedrooms, 2 /2 baths. A huge room views. Three bedrooms, 2 baths. Steam room over the double garage would make a great second bath in partially finished basement. in master bedroom. French doors open to guest room or 4th bedroom. New ceramic tile Fireplace in living room, hardwood floor. wrap around deck, screened porch. New in kitchen and bath. All appliances stay. Fireplace Pleasant stroll to Lake Michigan, private blacktop. Drive parks 6 cars comfortably. Just in living room. Underground sprinkler system. beach. $349,000 steps to the beach. $875,000 $195,000 7932 W Applewood Drive 1602 Lake Shore Drive 20 West Road

COOL OFF IN THE SWIMMING POOL THINK LEISURE in 1915 home built LAKE MICHIGAN luxury in this stunning estate Barbecue on the deck overlooking the for summer vacation only. Large family nestled atop the West Road dune, surrounded by woods. Spacious home in the country with kitchen, 3 bedrooms, one bath. Furniture 3.8 beautifully wooded acres of privacy. The home’s custom design is unique with over 5000 square feet 4 bedrooms and 6 baths. Master suite on not included. The value is in the lot on the featuring spacious rooms, each with walls of windows the first floor, with adjoining bath (Jacuzzi shore of Lake Michigan. $850,000 and private decks overlooking the lush gardens. tub) and loft. Easy access to I-94 and the Comfortable elegance is evidenced throughout this Toll Road $315,000 masterpiece, with the bonus of peace and tranquility, yet only 55 miles from Chicago. $1,150,000

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