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KKATYATY KKEENE,EbyE AndrewN TallacksonE, RReborneborn hen John Lucas was 7, his older sister Martha invited ﬁ ve or six friends over for a slumber party. Martha was six Wyears older then. The last thing she wanted was her younger brother hang- ing around. But John, as little broth- ers are wont to do, had no qualms of bugging his older sibling. “I remember Martha going to our mom and saying, ‘Mom, make John leave us alone.’ You know, the usual classic stuff,” Lucas said. One of Martha’s friends had brought a stack of comic books. Now, you must understand, John’s parents disap- proved of such reading. To them, it was garbage. Typically, John’s only opportunity to peruse them was at the doctor’s ofﬁ ce. So that move, on behalf of Martha’s friend, was a stroke of ge- nius. John left his sister and her pals alone. Thumbing through the comic books, he encountered typical fare, fa- miliar faces like Superman. Then, he gazed upon Katy Keene. John’s 7-year-old eyes could not look away. She was the most beautiful woman he’d ever seen. On the cover, she appeared to be emerging from a rose and wearing a strapless evening gown. The title for the edition was “Katy Keene Spectacular.” Turning the pages, John discovered a typical story for the character, promoted by Archie Comics as “America’s Queen of Pin- Ups and Fashions.” The young starlet was aching for her big break in show business. Lucy Hale, of “Pretty Little Liars” fame, stars as the titular character in “Katy Keene” on the CW network. Continued on Page 2 THE Page 2 February 20, 2020

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erently of the comic-book character, they do so not KATY KEENE, Reborn Continued from Page 1 just of Woggon, but Lucas as well. Lucas was hooked for life. Now, the character has her own TV show on the “I loved her intelligence. For a comic book charac- CW network starring Lucy Hale (“Pretty Little Li- ter, a woman in the ’50s, Katy was on her own,” Lu- ars”) as Katy and conceived by “Riverdale” creator cas said. “She was beautiful, obviously, and she was Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, who’s also chief creative of- having fun. And she would talk to the audience, like ﬁ cer at Archie Comics. The ﬁ rst episode, which de- ‘What do you think of this? So and so sent this debuted Thursday, Feb. 6, envisions Katy in a world sign, and I’m going to use this in a movie production.” that’s a mix of “The Devil Wears Prada,” “Ameri- Keene, Bill Woggon’s indelible creation who can Idol” and “A Chorus Line.” It depicts Katy and made her debut in 1945 through Archie Comics, has her pals as 20-somethings pursuing their dreams evolved over the years, with Lucas around for a con- in New York City, whether it be fashion, music or siderable portion of the ride. When fans speak rev- Broadway.

John Lucas holds up the drawing he did that served as a gift for “Katy Keene” writer/“Riverdale” creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa. Photo by Andrew Tallackson THE February 20, 2020 Page 3

The “Katy Keene Spectacular” cover that drew John Lucas’ attention back when he was 7. FREE HAUL AWAY of your old mattress set, Lucas is not directly involved in the show. How- set-up of your new set ever, he was contacted by individuals connected We have a mattress to it during pre-production. He sat down with The for every Beacher to discuss everything Katy Keene, and his need - and every budget! own personal journey in relation to the character, TWIN SINGLES during a brief break from his work as offi ce man- START AT ager for Access LaPorte County. $99 Katy Keene made her debut in the summer of QUEEN SETS START AT 1945, specifi cally in Wilbur Comics No. 5, then in $ popular comics with Archie, Jughead, Betty and Ve- 277 ronica. She scored her own title in 1949, as well as specials like “Katy Keene Pin Up Parade” and “Katy Keene Fashion Book Magazine.” Readers could submit drawings of outfi ts and accessories, which often were incorporated into the comics, the individuals given credit within that edition. Paper Katy Keene dolls in costumes often appeared in issues. The general thrust of the character, Lucas says, was that she was “almost” there, on the cusp of success. That big break was like the proverbial carrot SAME OR 6 MONTHS dangling just within reach. MORE THAN JUST A FURNITURE STORE! NEXT DAY SAME AS And for Lucas, the son of musically inclined CASH 1106 E US HWY 20, MICHIGAN CITY DELIVERY FINANCING parents James Clyde and Mary Jane Lucas, Katy (219) 872-6501 or 1-800-606-8035 ON ALL AND 90 DAY Keene was the gateway to securing their acceptance OPEN Monday - Friday 9:30 - 6, IN-STOCK LAY-AWAY ITEMS! AVAILABLE! of comic books in their home. Music, you see, was Saturday 9 - 6, Sunday 12 - 4 VISIT US ONLINE! www.naturallywoodfurniturecenter.com Continued on Page 4 THE Page 4 February 20, 2020 In the late 1970s, Marilise Flusser, a buyer and KATY KEENE, Reborn Continued from Page 3 fashion coordinator for Saks Fifth Avenue, wanted their forte. Mary Jane gave private piano and voice to use Katy Keene comic-book covers as the back- lessons. James was a school band and orchestra drop for window displays. Lucas says she wrote to teacher. 500 of her favorite individuals who contributed de- “My parents did not want me to get into comic signs to the series. About half of them wrote back, books,” he said. “But when I got them, they found one of which was longtime Katy Keene fan Craig out I was quiet, and I read them. And then my mom Leavitt, who would serve as editor of the Katy Keene starting reading them, saying, ‘Oh, these are pretty Fan Magazine from 1979 to 1983. Lucas was a fre- good. Oh, look at these shoes.’ So, Mom kinda got quent contributor. into it. By that point, it should be noted Lucas had al- “Dad didn’t like it because it was a ‘woman’s comic ready forged an unexpected friendship with Katy book,’ but then he found out it was created by a man Keene’s creator. Wanting to express his gratitude named Bill Woggon who owned a horse ranch out in for Woggon’s legacy, Lucas simply contacted direc- Santa Barbara. He said, ‘Oh OK, this is OK.’ I said, tory assistance and obtained Woggon’s information. ‘Dad, she’s good His fi rst call land- looking!’ He said, ed with Woggon’s ‘Well, yes she is.’” wife, who said her Comic books husband was out also spoke to Lu- golfi ng — his favor- cas’ love of draw- ite pastime — but ing that emerged please, call back at a young age. later. Lucas did. The family didn’t That night. Wog- have a lot of mon- gon did not disap- ey, so he would point. The conver- frequently doodle sation and ensuing on the inside cov- friendship, for Lu- ers of books. Often, cas, was a dream his parents bought come true. In fact, him a ream of typ- it was Woggon who ing paper to keep suggested Leavitt him busy. That get in touch with passion fl ourished Lucas. Woggon felt later at Ball State Lucas’ style was University, where similar to his. he was a double With the fan major in art educa- magazine herald- tion and advertising a resurgence in ing art. That was Katy Keene’s pop- the springboard for ularity, she was a successful career reborn through as an art director Archie Comics in for companies such 1983. The fi rst four as Bick Advertis- issues, Lucas says, ing, Odegard Ad- were reprints of vertising and Tay- Woggon’s original lor-Chalmers. art. The next four And for Lucas, were generated by Katy Keene never various artists. left the picture, “Fans started even by 1961 when writing to Archie her comic books (Comics), saying, were discontinued, A Katy Keene cover by John Lucas. ‘We love the fact a victim to tele- you are bringing vision and the core audience having moved on to Katy back, but who are these artists doing Katy other things. To him, she was forever that visionary Keene? Please contact Bill Woggon or John Lucas. dream, a young starlet courting success. “They were seeing my artwork appear in the fan Turns out, plenty others shared his enthusiasm. magazine.” THE February 20, 2020 Page 5 So, that’s how Lucas became involved with de- cally through Jago & Associates. She represented signing all the fan club paraphernalia, including actress Ashleigh Murray, who plays Josie McCoy on pens, membership cards and T-shirts. “Riverdale,” and who would go on to play the same Then came the offer Lucas didn’t see coming. Ar- character on “Katy Keene.” Jago wanted to know as chie Comics wanted him on board as a regular Katy much about the character as possible, and an Inter- artist. He was thrilled and terrifi ed, but reassur- net search had revealed Lucas as her go-to guy. ance from others, including Woggon, that he was a “She wanted to know everything,” he recalled. natural fi t eased those jitters. “She said, ‘Tell me the story.’ So, I told her what I “Bill said in a letter, ‘I am so glad you are doing Continued on Page 6 Katy. You understand the character. You have an in- nocent sexiness with her that works.’ “I wanted to make sure I did right by Bill,” Lucas continued. “I wanted him to help me. He said, ‘Go with it. Have fun. I want to play golf.’” Indeed, Lucas felt a sense of duty to Woggon and the character, to make her sexy, but not trashy. Pre- serving her dignity was of utmost importance. Lucas would continue with Archie Comics until the early 1990s, when the character again was re- tired. However, he continued to design Katy Keene Christmas cards and paper dolls books. When “Riverdale” debuted on the CW in 2017, and with characters like Archie, Jughead, Betty and Veronica reinterpreted in a darker, noirish setting, Lucas had a feeling another Katy Keene revival, this time on television, was just around the corner. Internet buzz certainly fanned the fl ames. Then, he Lucy Hale (right) and Ashleigh Murray appear in a scene from “Katy received a call from Kimberly Jago, a respected tal- Keene.” Murray is represented by Kimberly Jago, a talent manager who ent manager in the entertainment industry, specifi - contacted John Lucas to learn more about Katy Keene and her history. THE Page 6 February 20, 2020

KATY KEENE, Reborn Continued from Page 5 could, and she was fascinated by this.” (Another bit of serendipity: Jago’s family name is Sterling, the same as Lucas’ mother.) It was Jago who had Lucas draw fi ve renderings as gifts to the various Katy Keene creative team. He was paid for his work. Lucas had the chance to see the fi rst episode and wasn’t surprised by the many modern tweaks. Katy Keene, after all, must evolve with the times. That she lives in New York, working at the fi ctional Lacy’s department store, and has yet to fi nd success is true to the character. Hale may be shorter than the character, but those big eyes, those full lips, Lu- cas says, are Katy Keene all the way. Online reaction to the show, he says, is mixed. “I’ve seen all the social media,” Lucas says, “people saying, ‘No, this is not my Katy Keene, go back to the original comics, or look at John Lucas’ stuff. Katy Keene is always going to be Bill or John’s Katy Keene.” Flattered as he is by such comments, Lucas be- lieves the show embraces the spirit of the character. Her appeal, he stresses, is timeless. “There’s always that fantasy of making it big in some big city,” he says. “And for those of us who grew up with her, it is a reliving of our childhood. That’s the joy.” A Katy Keene drawing by John Lucas during the 2016 presidential Contact Andrew Tallackson at [email protected] election, when Hillary Clinton was the Democratic candidate.

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Harbor Country Hikers will host two events this month. The group will learn how to identify trees and shrubs in the winter at 1 p.m. EST Saturday, Feb. 22, at Lydick Bog Nature Preserve. The bog is not on the HCH’s trail; however, it contains a variety of habitat types, including wetlands interspersed with high ridges and islands of upland forest. Many plant-species characteristics of bog habitats have been identifi ed there, with the preserved site pro- tecting much of one of Indiana’s last remaining bogs. Lydick Bog is located just west of South Bend at the northern edge of North Chain Lake, 25898 U.S. 20. The entrance is about a half mile from Quince Road. The two-hour hike will cover 1.4 miles of moderate, hilly terrain. The leader is Doug Botka, stewardship technician at Shirley Heinze Land Trust and an Indiana Dunes State Park resource management technician. Horizon Bank is in its 15th year of serving as Platinum Sponsorship for Hoosier Star, the annual LaPorte County Symphony Orchestra On Tuesday, Feb. 25, HCH Member Maggie Bai- fundraiser which this year is Saturday, Sept. 12, at LaPorte Civic Audito- ley will discuss the benefi ts of hiking in natural rium, 1001 Ridge St. Pictured is Steve Kring (left), Horizon Bank/North- areas at 6 p.m. EST in the Pokagon Room at New west Indiana regional president, with LCSO Executive Director Tim King. Buffalo Township Library, 33 N. Thompson St. A family physician, Bailey will cover simple, practi- Continuing Studies Courses cal benefi ts, such as burning 400 to 700 calories per hour, building strength and balance, and slowing The Berrien Artist Guild at The Box Factory for cognitive decline. the Arts has established a partnership with Ferris State University’s Kendall College of Art and De- HCH’s free events are open to adults and children sign to offer continuing studies courses. accompanied by an adult, as well as dogs according The next session begins March 9 with: “Great to destination rules. Membership is $20 for individ- Lakes Grandeur” (painting), “Fundamentals of In- uals or $30 for families. Visit www.harborcountryhi- terior Design,” “Adobe InDesign,” “Abstract Paint- kers.com for more details. ing Techniques,” “Intermediate Digital Photogra- phy,” “Modern Calligraphy Workshop” and “Bullet Hamfest Journaling Workshop.” Contact Brenda Sipe, director of KCAD Continu- Hamfest, a ham radio and electronics show, is ing Studies, at [email protected] or (616) 259- from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, at LaPorte 1144 for more details. Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge St. The Box Factory for the Arts is located at 1101 The show features an expanded Volunteer Ex- Broad St., St. Joseph, Mich. Call (269) 983-3688 for aminer testing area, door-prize drawings and food more information. concessions.

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Lake Hills – 201 Ferguson Road – 873-2105 • Pokemon Go Communi- Marsh – 401 E Homer Street – 873-2102 ty Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Pine –1660 County Line Road – 873-2114 Saturday, Feb. 22. 6SULQJÀHOG – 3054 West 800 North – 873-2117 Staff will place a lure on the library pokestop, while Poke- PreK programs offered by Imagination Station and the La Porte County YMCA mon-themed giveaways are planned while supplies also enrolling for fall! For information last. Call (219) 873-3045 for details. visit: www.EducateMC.net/preK • Creative Coding Club from 2 to 4 p.m. Sun- Not sure which school your child would day, Feb. 22. attend? Call 873-2127 for assistance. Children and families will create with interactive media projects using the Scratch programming language, Makey Makey and the BBC Micro:bit. The program is appropriate for children 8-18. Those 12 ACADEMICALLY GIFTED CHILD? and younger must have a parent or guardian attend Call (219) 873-2000 or visit with them. www.EducateMC.net/GT • Great Decisions at 6:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. for info on MCAS high-ability programs! 24. The foreign-policy discussion program returns for its 22nd season. The discussion is India and Paki- MAGNET SCHOOLS: stan. Reading material is available at the circula- tion desk. APPLY NOW for FALL! • Story Time at Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. Second St., at 11 a.m. Monday, Feb. 24. La Porte and Porter County parents have a choice: The Story Time Crew presents stories, songs, ac- Michigan City Area Schools invites you to consider our outstanding magnet schools for YOUR child! tivities and crafts. Arrive a few minutes early to receive your child’s name tag. The program is appropriate for children birth-5 accompanied by an adult. • Story Time at 1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25, and 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 26. Children birth to age 5 and adults will enjoy stories, songs and crafts. Arrive a few minutes early to receive a name tag. • Learning Center Volunteers Needed. The Learning Center needs volunteer tutors for Pine Elementary 1660 County Line Road children and adults. Students need assistance in: A magnet school for the Lake Hills Elementary Visual & Performing Arts reading, math, high school equivalency and English 201 Ferguson Road as a Second Language. All supplies and training are $Q,QGLDQDFHUWLÀHG provided. All that’s required are two hours a week. STEM school! Contact Jessica Hoffmaster at (219) 873-3043 or or stop by the center for more information. Visit EducateMC.net ❑ stop by any elementary school for an application! Michigan City Public Library is located at 100 E. Deadline: March 27 Fourth St. Contact Robin Kohn at (219) 873-3049 for more information on library programming. THE THE Page 18 February 20, 2020 February 20, 2020 Page 19 Well...that didn’t go as expected. disassociated ramblings, the actor expressed grati- Now in its fi fth year, The Beacher’s annual “Beat tude at second chances, then paid tribute to his late the Editor” Oscar contest yielded my worst slate of A Night to Remember brother, River. “When he was 17, my brother wrote this lyric: ‘Run to the rescue with love, and peace predictions to date. Only four out of eight correct, by Andrew Tallackson and those were the givens: the acting categories. will follow,’” Phoenix said to close his speech. A pow- Then again, few might have predicted the his- termittently dull. years in the mak- erful refl ection. Had the actor thanked the cast and toric night awaiting Bong Joon Ho’s “Parasite.” The second year ing no one asked crew of his own fi lm, then used his brother’s musing The South Korean fi lm, a pitch-black comedy about with no host, the for. Then, the Best to delicately address themes of the night, the accep- a desperate family’s invasive behavior among the evening was shape- Song trophy goes to tance speech might have struck a chord. Instead, it wealthy, was an awards steamroller, fl attening com- less, the entertain- Elton John for “(I’m was soapbox talk at its most unbalanced. petitors through surprise after surprise during the ment pointless fi ller. Gonna) Love Me In other words, a speech fi tting for the Joker, 92nd annual Academy Awards on Feb. 9. In an evening where Again”...because himself. few key categories he’s Elton John, be- Best International Film and Best Original Screen- ❑ play? No shocker there. But Best Director and Best recognized women cause “Rocketman” Picture, too? Stealing all the one-take thunder from and people of color, was a hit, not be- We have a new winner this year in our “Beat the Sam Mendes and his World War I epic “1917?” Few the opening musi- cause the song was Editor” contest: Tony Fillichio, who correctly pre- saw that coming. “Parasite” now stands as the fi rst cal number featur- memorable. Not by dicted six of the eight categories. foreign fi lm to snag Best Picture, let alone during ing Janelle Monáe a long shot. Several readers who submitted ballots also cor- the same night it also won Best International Film. and Billy Porter, By that point, rectly predicted six winners...but Fillichio was the That ecstatic embrace has been heralded as a tri- and the mid-show though, with “Par- only one to check off “Parasite” for Best Picture and umph for the South Korean fi lm industry...and it is. rap recap by “Pitch asite” plowing Best Original Screenplay. But was it the right move, to have “Parasite” take Perfect” alumnus through the festivi- Is Fillichio a fan of the South Korean fi lm? Best Picture and International Film? Let’s explore Utkarsh Ambudkar, ties, the only mea- “It was a good fi lm, but it should have just won that in greater detail. felt like jumbled, sure of suspense Best Foreign Film,” he said. “Parasite” is a good fi lm. A very good one. Social last-ditch attempts was not whether Which fi lm might Fillichio have picked for the top satire so dark and acidic, you’re curious to see how at inclusivity. Why Joaquin Phoenix two honors? not just open with a would win Best Ac- Bong Joon Ho, as writer and director, tops himself “I would have gone with ‘1917’,” he said. “The act- rousing montage of tor, but how wacka- scene after scene. He gleefully skewers expecta- The cast of “Parasite” helps celebrate the fi lm’s historic win for Best Picture. ing, the movie, from scene to scene, was amazing. the year’s best fi lms doodle his accep- tions. You shouldn’t like the story’s near-destitute And that wasn’t fair to Sam Mendes. Whomever and performances? Short and sweet, then get to the tance speech might be. The “Joker” actor has always family. They’re pathetic leeches, at best. But there wins the Director’s Guild Award should win best di- night’s fi rst batch of nominees. Or, there was that been, well, how shall we put this delicately, a tad off. is something wickedly humorous about how they rector. performance of “Into the Unknown” from “Frozen 2” There were moments in “Joker” when he may not orchestrate their attacks, and their devotion to (Mendes, who helmed “1917,” won Best Director that featured not only Idina Menzel, but also singers have been acting. But when he took to the stage, he each other oddly touching. The end, though, is too during the 72nd annual Directors Guild of America from various countries. Why not open with that, re- seemed visibly moved before launching into an at- extreme. Brutally bizarre in a not-quite-satisfying Awards.) way. I may have to watch it again, distanced from vealing how the magic of Hollywood speaks to audi- tack on injustice, narcissism and — wait for it — the ences across the globe? mother of all political causes, dairy? Yes, the actor is Fillichio, who lives in Evanston, Ill., and has had the hype, to see if my opinion changes. a home in Lakeside, Mich., for 30 years, was happy A win for Best International Film, however, is to see Renée Zellweger win for “Judy,” but felt “Mar- fi ne by me. And Original Screenplay. Fiendish inge- riage Story” should have taken home more trophies, nuity should be rewarded. praising the performances as excellent. But Best Picture and Director? A fi lm that takes Fillichio, who frequently catches movies at Vick- the night’s top two prizes should be one that will ers Theatre in Three Oaks, Mich., says his all-time be remembered years from now, that will stand favorite fi lm is the 2012 big-screen adaptation of the the test of time. We still talk about “Titanic,” “For- Broadway musical “Les Miserables” because of the rest Gump,” “Schindler’s List,” “The Silence of the songs and performances. Lambs,” “Terms of Endearment,” “Rocky,” “Law- Fillichio, as our fi rst-place winner, receives a $25 rence of Arabia,” “On the Waterfront,” “Casablan- gift card to Fiddlehead and a $25 AMC gift card. ca.” You catch my drift. Movies that work their way Our second-place winner is David McKee, also of into our collective cultural consciousness. Whose Evanston, Ill. He receives a $25 AMC gift card. appeal is not dulled by time. Special thanks to Fiddlehead for sponsoring our “Parasite” is sharp, no question, but years from contest, and to you, our readers, for supporting it now, people will still be discussing how Sam Mendes through the many ballots we received. It’s always a pulled off “1917” with what appeared to be no ed- blast, perusing through your picks. iting. Or the love-hate affair we had with Martin Contact Andrew Tallackson at drew@thebeacher. Scorsese’s “The Irishman.” Or the old-fashioned up- com lift of Greta Gerwig’s “Little Women.” Time will tell, Elton John and longtime collaborator Bernie Taupin accept I suppose, if we treat “Parasite” with the same rev- the Oscar for Best Original song. Joaquin Phoenix accepts the Oscar for Best Actor. erence beyond how it shattered barriers for South Speaking of Best Original Song contenders, we get a vegan. And, yes, the issue is important to him. But Korean fi lmmakers. midway through the night Eminem performing his this is not the arena to be lectured on the wrongs of And the ceremony itself? Wildly uneven and in- Oscar-winning “Lose Yourself.” The afterthought 18 artifi cially inseminating cows. Somehow, amid his THE Page 20 February 20, 2020 LaPorte County Public Library • Anime Club from 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21. Meet other teen anime fans through the club. The American Red Cross LaPorte County Chapter • Heart Healthy Diets! from 10 to 11 a.m. will sponsor the following bloodmobiles: Saturday, Feb. 22, at the Coolspring branch. • Horizon Bank, 515 Franklin St., 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Purdue Extension experts will identify appropri- Friday, Feb. 21. ate diets, and tips for transitioning to a new diet. A • A.K. Smith Career Center, 817 Lafayette St., 7:45 tasting of heart healthy recipes is planned. a.m.-1:45 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21. • Getting Our Hearts Right: 3 Keys to Bet- • Franciscan Health Michigan City, 3500 Francis- ter Relationships from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, can Way, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21. Feb. 22. • LaPorte Hospital, 1007 W. Lincolnway, 11 a.m.- 5 Participants receive a copy of the “Getting Our p.m. Monday, Feb. 24. Hearts Right” workbook, and are entered into a Donors must be in good general health and feel- drawing for a personal gratitude journal. ing well, at least 17 (16 with parental consent) and • STEAM Sandbox from 3 to 5 p.m. Tuesday weigh at least 110 pounds. Call (800) 733-2767 or through Thursday. visit redcrossblood.org for more details. Students in grades 3 and older can move through levels, earning a certifi cate for each completed level. They work independently and chart their progress PLUMBING while completing hands-on, interactive projects. DYE • MAKE a Difference from 3 to 5 p.m. Mon- & HEATING days in February. 1600 Lake St., La Porte The focus is fi dget sleeves for Golden Living resi- 219-362-6251 dents. ❑ Toll Free 1-800-393-4449 LaPorte County Public Library is located at 904 Indiana Ave. The Coolspring Branch is located at Specializing in Plumbing, Heating, Serving 6925 W. County Road 400 North. Visit www.lapor- Air Conditioning, Heat Pumps, You Since telibrary.org for more details. Radiant Heat Boilers, Water Heaters, & Sewer Services 1939 LaPorte County Parks Awards • Residential • Commercial • Industrial The LaPorte County Parks staff, board and foun- “Big Enough To Serve You… dation revealed their annual community awards Small Enough To Know You…” during the Feb. 4 Park Board meeting. Organization of the Year went to the LaPorte High School Building Trades class of 2019-2020. Kurt Lawson, the building trades board and students provided most of the labor to construct the Abiney’s Oriental Rug new Luhr County Park shelter. Outstanding Park Service Award went to Bob & Carpet Cleaning Company Goethals, who became the maintenance and construction supervisor two years ago. In 2018-2019, Oriental Rug Cleaning, Repair, Restoration and Refringing he oversaw a majority of the construction oversight FREE PICKUP and DELIVERY SERVICE portion of the LWCF Grant at Luhr, including de- • Carpet Cleaning signing and constructing the new shelter. He also • Upholstery Cleaning has coordinated and supervised the LaPorte Slicer • House Cleaning Services building trades class along with its instructor. • Drapery & Blind Cleaning Volunteer of the Year went to Todd and Trina (as they hang) Walsworth and Bike Stop Cycling, who agreed to • Window Washing serve on a committee exploring improvements to All Rugs are cleaned by hand with a specially designed chemical process LaPorte County Shared Bikeways. They coordinated the assessment of more than 400 miles and 20 HARDWOOD FLOORS - Hand Polishing & High Speed Buffing bike routes, making note of all problems, including 1645 N. Pine Ridge Dr., LaPorte, IN 219-325-3363 signage and road issues. They also devised a plan to reopen the Red Mill mountain bike trails. THE February 20, 2020 Page 21 Indiana Dunes National Park • The Save the Tunes Council performs from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 21, at Indiana Dunes Visitor Center. The group preserves folk songs in the traditional way, using guitar, autoharp, dulcimer, banjo, har- monica, bagpipe, penny whistle, hurdy gurdy and Specializing in... other obscure instruments. Pain Management • Sexual Dysfunction • Science in the National Park from 2 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 22, at Indiana Dunes Visi- Bio-Identical Hormone Therapy Replenishing and balancing hormones reinfuses tor Center. health and youthfulness into the aging process. Meet local experts and scientists conducting research, followed by a short hike. Dress for the 3rd Location weather. • Snowshoe hike from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturdays at Indiana Dunes Visitor Center. NOW OPEN Meet for a quick lesson, then hike through fi elds in Michigan City and woods surrounding the center. A regular hike (219) 221-6958 will be offered if there is fewer than two inches of 4319 S. Franklin Street 0% THC snow. A limited amount of equipment is available. 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Meet a naturalist at the Nature Center to see tur- Warren Attar, Agent Your home and car are more than just tles and snakes, and learn how they survive the cold 1902 E US 20, Evergreen Plaza things. They’re where you make your winter months. Michigan City, IN 46360 memories – and they deserve the right Indiana Dunes State Park is at 1600 N. County Bus: 219-874-4256 Fax: 219-874-5430 protection. I get it. It’s why I’m here. Road 25 East (the north end of Indiana 49), Chester- [email protected] LET’S TALK TODAY. ton. Call (219) 926-1390 for more information.

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The Beacher’s Paul Kemiel made a stop at the Jasper-Pulaski State Fish & Wildlife Area in Medaryville to view sandhill cranes. We thought we’d share with you a few of the images he captured.

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Chesterton Art Center • Sarah Fantuzzo will teach a series of draw- Overnight boarding available ing workshops titled “Drawing Toolbox.” Fantuzzo will touch on a different topic each Separate play areas for large, medium, and small dogs month, providing techniques and tips to effective- ly improve drawing skills. Each session is from 10 dog day care hours a.m. to noon Saturday, with a 30-minute break for Monday – Friday lunch. Students can take a bag lunch or step out. 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM EST The schedule is: March 21 — “Drawing Facial Saturday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST Features”; April 11 — “Drawing Textures”; May 9 — Sunday 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM EST

“Drawing Nature”; and June 13 — “Drawing on the [email protected] Go (Portable Studio).” On March 21, Fantuzzo will (269) 586-3748 • 219 W. Madison Ave, New Buffalo, MI • www.redmanandcompanydogdaycare.com focus on parts of the face and capturing nuances. By the end of the workshop, participants will have a solid idea of how to create realistic facial features. The cost of the workshops is $60, with members receive a $20 discount. A supply list is provided when registering. • Fantuzzo will teach a four-week Discover Drawing Class starting from 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Feb. 19. The class, designed for a beginner with little to no experience, involves trying techniques while deter- mining whether to advance to a more in-depth class. The cost is $90, with members receiving a $20 discount. A supply list will be included when registering. Chesterton Art Center is located at 115 S. Fourth St. Visit www.chestertonart.com for more details. THE Page 24 February 20, 2020 Michigan City Schools Plan Kindergarten, Pre-K Roundup

Michigan City Area Pine (also serving Cool- Schools will conduct kin- spring, Edgewood, Joy, dergarten and preschool Marsh and Lake Hills stu- (Pre-K) registration for dents). There are tuition the 2020-2021 school year fees; however, need-based Wednesday, Feb. 26. scholarships are avail- Kindergarten students able, and CCDF vouchers must be 5 and Pre-K stu- are accepted. dents 3 by Oct. 1. Parents who need as- Kindergarten Roundup sistance to determine is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. which school their child at all MCAS elementary will attend can contact buildings Feb. 26, the same the MCAS Transportation day as after-school parent- Department at (219) 873- teacher conferences. 2127. Contact the school Kindergarten students where your child will be should be enrolled at the enrolled for other ques- school that serves the area tions. in which they live: Parents should take to • Coolspring Elementary, roundup: 9121 W. County Road • The child’s offi cial 300 North. birth certifi cate from • Edgewood Elementary, the state Board of 502 Boyd Circle. Health. • Joy Elementary, 1600 E. • An updated record of Coolspring Ave. Erin Breen is photographed with her kindergarten class immunizations and • Knapp Elementary, 321 at Marsh Elementary School. proof of lead screening. Bolka Ave. • The parent/guardian’s • Lake Hills Elementary, 201 Ferguson Road. driver’s license or photo ID. • Marsh Elementary, 401 E. Homer St. • Emergency contact information. • Pine Elementary, 1660 County Line Road. • Proof of residency (a utility bill, property tax bill, • Springfi eld Elementary, 3054 W. County Road lease agreement on business letterhead, public 800 North. assistance documentation). Pre-K Roundup also is from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Information and applications for magnet school Feb. 26. School-based Pre-K programs are offered programs in the arts (Pine) and STEM (Lake Hills) in partnership with LaPorte County Family YMCA also are available at kindergarten roundup. Visit and Imagination Station at Knapp, Springfi eld and http://EducateMC.net/magnets for details.

NPS Summer Employee Housing Prayer to the Blessed Virgin The National Park Service needs short-term (Never known to fail.) housing near Indiana Dunes National Park for the Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, seasonal workforce of rangers, guides, maintenance splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. workers and research aides. Oh, Star of the ‘Sea, help me and show me, herein Summer employees often have diffi culty fi nd- you are my mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of Heaven and Earth! I humbly beseech ing suitable short-term housing. Most are college you from the bottom of my heart to succor me in students or people just starting their careers with this necessity. There are none that can withstand your power. Oh, show limited budgets. Many apartments will not lease or me herein you are my mother. Oh Mary, conceived without sin, pray for us who have recourse to thee (3x). Holy Mother, I place this cause in your rent for fewer than six months or a year, and sum- hands (3x). Holy Spirit, you who solve all problems, light all roads so that mer employees typically work less than that start- I can attain my goal. You who gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget ing in May. Most employees require temporary (two all evil against me and that in all instances in my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as you confirm once to six months) housing, preferably furnished apart- again that I never want to be separated from you in Eternal Glory. Thank ments or rooms with cooking privileges. you for your mercy toward me and mine. The person must say this prayer 3 consecutive days. After 3 days, the request will be granted. This prayer must Those interested in receiving referrals for sum- be published after the favor is granted. mer renters should contact Administrative Support Assistant Florida Harris at (219) 395-1772. THE February 20, 2020 Page 25 LONG BEACH Fernwood Botanical Garden • Edible Horticulture, co-sponsored by Ed- WOMEN’S BOWLING ible Michiana, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST Feb. 11, 2020 Saturday, Feb. 22. TEAM STANDING WON LOST The event features vendors and presentations on 1. Gutter Gals 17.5 6.5 sustainable food systems, cooking and eating more 2. Lucky Lefties 16 8 roughage, kitchen container gardening, home wine- 3. Wrecking Balls 15.5 8.5 making and whole plant-based eating. HIGH INDIVIDUAL GAMES SCORE Lectures start at 10 a.m. EST. Vendors include: 1. Mary Lou McFadden 184 The Michiana Unit of Herb Society of America; 2. Linda Neulieb 182 Verdant Hollow Farms ; Red Arrow Roasters LLC 3. Dottie Brinckman 173 ; Fruitbelt Sparkling Tonics ; Lavender Hill Farm 4. Cindy Beck 179 of Niles; Nourish Produce ; Hinterland Farm and 5. Nancy Kubath 166 Kitchen ; and Wild Island LLC . 6. Jill Jankowski 161 The cost — $60, or $48 for members — includes 6. Carolyn Wiggins 161 lunch and a packet of organic seeds. 7. Sarah Blank 160 Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve 8. Sue Labovitz 158 is located at 13988 Range Line Road, Niles, Mich. 9. Ginny Hogan 154 Call (269) 695-6491 or visit www.fernwoodbotani- 10. Kathleen Straninger 153 cal.org for more information and to confi rm the sta- 11. Jean St Peter 152 tus of classes. 11. Margie Midkiff 152 12. June Salmon 150 13. Ann Bogart (series) 438 Public Art Committee SPLITS The Michigan City Public Art Committee will Nancy Klausner 2-7-8 hold a special meeting at 10 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 20, Jill Jankowski 4-5-7 in the City Hall Mayor’s Conference Room, 100 E. Susan Kieffer 4-7-9 Michigan Blvd. STRIKES Linda Neulieb, Mary Lou McFadden 3 ❑ More bowlers are invited when teams meet at 12:30 UV p.m. Tuesdays at City Lanes. 10 High Car Exhibit at Welcome Center Reduce sun exposure and apply window film “Cruisin’ Through the Times,” a free display of antique and classic cars, runs Feb. 22-April 29 at Protect your home furnishings with window film. Indiana Welcome Center in Hammond. All Films Reduce 99% UV Sponsored by The Times Media Co., the display ASCOTT WINDOW TINTING pairs vehicles with The Times’ region headlines from the year the car was manufactured. Automo- (219) 363-9367 biles range from classics like a 1916 Cornhusker [email protected] • ascottwindowtinting.com Truck and a 1923 Model T to the 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle. A 1967 Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme will be on display: one of only 225 made. An opening reception is from 5 to 7 p.m. Thurs- • COMPLETE • NEW REMODELING CONSTRUCTION day, Feb. 27. The welcome center, located at 7770 Corinne Drive, is open from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. • ROOM • 4 SEASON Call (219) 989-7979 for more details. ADDITIONS ROOMS Friday Hours • SIDING • CONCRETE • DECKS 219-861-6341 • MASONRY The Beacher Weekly Newspaper, www.hullingsconstruction.com 911 Franklin St., closes at 2 p.m. Friday • GARAGES • FLOORING Call us at (219) 879-0088 with questions THE Page 26 February 20, 2020 Healthcare Foundation Grant Cycle La Porte County Parks Grant applications for health-and-wellness proj- All registrations/questions go ects through The Healthcare Foundation of LaPorte through the Red Mill County Park are available until Feb. 21. Administrative Offi ce, 0185 S. Cycle 1 Strategic Grants address specifi c board- Holmesville Road, LaPorte. Call approved major community needs with a defi ned (219) 325-8315 or visit www.laporte- impact on health and wellness. The three areas countyparks.org for more details. are Healthy Children, Healthy Living and Healthy Minds. Grant requests may be up to $25,000. Nature’s Tiny Tots Grant Cycle 2 will be available later this year, Designed for parents and grandparents, explore when applicants can submit requests during the cy- nature with toddlers and preschoolers. Enjoy music, cle most convenient for them. Local groups targeted dancing, storytelling and, weather permitting, hiking. offer programs and services that impact the health The free program is from 10 to 11 a.m. March 2 and wellness of local residents. and 16, and April 6 and 27 at Luhr County Park, Visit hfl aporte.org/grants for more details. The 3178 S. County Road 150 West, LaPorte. Call at website also contains grant FAQs and instruc- least one week in advance to register. tions for how to apply. All applications must be Parent & Child Discovery Days submitted through www.grantinterface.com/Home/ The program includes arts and crafts, games and Logon?urlkey=laporte. snacks. All activities are related to the topic. Pro- grams are appropriate for children 3 to 8, with an Noon Time Talk Series adult required to participate. Times are from 6 to 7:15 p.m. at Luhr County Park The cost is $5 per The Noon Time Talk Series continues with “Mixed child/per program. Pre-registration and payment Media: Process and Transformation” at 12:20 p.m. are required at least one week in advance or until EDT Thursday, Feb. 20, at Midwest Museum of full, whichever comes fi rst. American Art, 429 S. Main St., Elkhart. The schedule is: Director Brian Byrn examines the idea of using • March 4: 1 Bird, 2 Bird. alternative materials and found objects as meta- • March 18: Water Everywhere. phors in creating art objects. Admission is $5. Members are free. Call (574) Healthy Lifestyles 293-6660 for details. The free social club that emphasizes quality of life meets from 9 to 10 a.m. Wednesdays at Luhr County Park Nature Center. Programs focus on health trends, gardening, Ted Perzanowski, M.Div., B.A. medical information and balancing active lifestyles. Call at least one week in advance to sign up (the 219.879.9155 Michigan City inc 312.938.9155 Chicago maximum allowed is 30). The schedule is: • March 4 — “Recycling: What Can I Recycle and www.talktotedinc.com An effective alternative to [email protected] Where It Goes” by Sacha Gee-Burns, LaPorte counseling and psychotherapy for County Solid Waste District. The program in- individuals, couples, and families cludes a plastic bag exchange: receive a reusable bag for plastic bags.

Spa Day at the Park De Vries Tire Co. 1260 E. Michigan Blvd. The annual event is from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Sat- Michigan City, IN urday, March 14, at Red Mill County Park’s Pat Smith Hall. Serving the Michigan City Area since 1968 219 874-4261 The ﬁ rst 50 attendees receive a swag bag. Vendor booths will have aromatherapy, makeup experts, Firestone Tires chair massages, natural beauty care products and jewelry. No pre-registration is required.

specializing in: Shelter and Hall Reservations Computerized Alignments Call (219) 325-8315 to make reservations for one Air Conditioning Repairs of many picnic shelters at any of the four county Mechanical Repairs parks, or Pat Smith Hall at Red Mill County Park for a family function. THE February 20, 2020 Page 27 PNW to Host College Goal Sunday Financial-aid professionals will volunteer at Pur- statement(s) and any other 2018 income and bene- due University Northwest to assist fi ts-related information. college-bound students and their Students and parents should families during College Goal Sun- apply for their U.S. Department day from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23. of Education FSA IDs at https:// The location is Room 265 of the fsaid.ed.gov before coming to the Technology Building, 1401 S. U.S. event. 421. Volunteers will walk through The free program assists stu- the online form line by line and dents in fi ling the Free Application answer all questions as needed. for Federal Student Aid, which is All sites offer online capabilities, required for consideration of federal and many have Spanish inter- and state grants, scholarships and preters. student loans at most colleges, uni- Students who submit a com- versities and vocational/technical pleted evaluation form are au- schools. The deadline is April 15. tomatically entered into a draw- Students 23 or younger should ing for a $1,000 scholarship. The attend with their parent(s) or winners will be notifi ed in March guardian(s), and take their fam- and prizes sent directly to the ily’s completed 2018 IRS 1040 tax higher education institution se- returns, W-2 statement(s) and lected by the students. other 2018 income and benefi ts- Financial-aid information also related information. Students who can be obtained at PNW by visit- worked during 2018 also should ing www.pnw.edu/fi naid, e-mail- take income information. ing the Offi ce of Financial Aid at Students 24 or older may attend alone and fi [email protected] or calling the offi ce at (219) 989- take a completed 2018 IRS 1040 tax return, W-2 2301 or (219) 785-5460.

Indiana Dunes Birding Festival Giving Furniture New Life Since 1939 Early registration begins March 1 for the sixth annual Indiana Dunes Birding Festival, which is May 14-17 and celebrates birdlife migration through the Indiana Dunes region. The event features more than 150 individual trips, programs and workshops. Organized by the ––– INC ––– Indiana Audubon Society, it includes Indiana Dunes Refinish • Upholster • Restore National Park and Indiana Dunes State Park as site Guaranteed Craftsmanship hosts. Discounted registration for priority Audubon Pick-Up & Delivery in IL, IN, MI Society members begins March 1, with general ear- 219-872-1700 4980 W. Hwy 20 • In “The Pines” • Michigan City, IN 46360 ly-bird registration starting March 8. General regis- www.furniturewerks.com tration costs for the entire festival run as low as $45 for adults and $35 for 18 and younger. A Migration Marketplace will include national and local vendors. Applications are being taken at Free Estimates www.indunesbirdingfestival.com Install Hardwood, Vinyl Call (219) 395-1882 or (219) 928-6905 for addi- Curtis & Engineered Flooring tional information. Refinish Hardwood Flooring Install Tile Poetry Reading A public reading by Mexican-American poet Gil- bert Arzola is from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 23, at Don Quijote, 119 E. Lincolnway, Valparaiso. His book, Prayers of Little Consequence, contains (269) 449-3404 about 40 poems written at different ages. He de- scribes his poetry as autobiographical. curtisfl[email protected] THE Page 28 February 20, 2020

Brochures Activities to Explore In the Area: Feb. 21 — Bookmarks: Olive Kitteridge & Olive, Again, 2 p.m., Michigan City Public Library, 100 E. Fourth St. Info: (219) 873-3049. Feb. 21 — The Save the Tunes Council, 7:30-9 p.m., Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 N. Indi- ana 49, Porter. Info: (219) 395-1882. Feb. 22 — WASHINGTON’S BIRTHDAY. Feb. 22 — Hamfest, 7 a.m.-1 p.m., LaPorte Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge St. Feb. 22 — Heart Healthy Diets!, 10-11 a.m., Cool- spring Library, 6925 W. County Road 400 North. Info: www.laportelibrary.org Feb. 22 — Pokemon Go Community Day, 11 a.m.- 2 p.m., Michigan City Public Library, 100 E. Fourth St. Info: (219) 873-3049. Feb. 22 — Karstens’ Club Challenge Chili Cook Off, noon-3 p.m., Disabled American Veterans, 2301 Ohio St. Cost: $5 donation. Info: (219) 873-1506. Feb. 22 — “Woods on a Snowy Evening: Poems of Winter Beauty,” 1-2 p.m., Indiana Dunes State Park, 1600 N. County Road 25 East, Chesterton. Info: (219) 926-1390. Feb. 22 — Getting Our Hearts Right: 3 Keys to Better Relationships, 1-2:30 p.m., LaPorte County Public Library, 904 Indiana Ave. Info: www.laportelibrary.org Feb. 22 — Science in the National Park, 2-3 p.m., Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, 1215 N. Indiana 49, Porter. Info: (219) 395-1882. Feb. 24 — Great Decisions, 6:30 p.m., Michigan City Public Library, 100 E. Fourth St. Info: (219) 873-3049. Feb. 25 — Harbor County Hikers program, hiking’s health benefi ts, 6 p.m. EST, New Buffalo Township Library Pokagon Room, 33 N. Thompson St. Free. Info: www.harborcountryhikers.com Feb. 25 — Free seminar, “Bio-Identical Hormone Replacement Therapy,” 6 p.m., LaPorte County Public Library, Meeting Room A, 904 Indiana Ave. RSVP: (219) 221-6958. Feb. 25 — Chicago Bears Trivia Night, 7-8:30 p.m., Westchester Township History Museum, 700 W. Porter Ave., Chesterton. Info: (219) 983-9715. Feb. 26 — Supa-Epic Dog Man Pawty, 6-7 p.m., Westchester Public Library, 200 W. Indiana Ave., Chesterton. Registration: (219) 926-7696. Feb. 26-27 — Carden Circus, 6:30 p.m., LaPorte Civic Auditorium, 1001 Ridge St. Reservations: www.tickets.spectacularcircus.com/affi liate/website/ In the Region the eacher usiness rinters Feb. 21-March 7 — “First Date,” Elkhart Civic B B P Theatre @ Bristol (Ind.) Opera House, 210 E. Vis- 911 Franklin Street • Michigan City tula St. Times (Eastern): 7:30 p.m. Feb. 21-22, 28- (219) 879 0088 • Fax (219) 879 8070 29, March 6-7, 3 p.m. March 1. Tickets: adults/$21, email:email: [email protected] [email protected] • • http://www.bbpnet.com/http://www.thebeacher.com students & seniors (62+)/$19. Reservations: (574) 848-4116, elkhartcivictheatre.org/tickets THE February 20, 2020 Page 29 Feb. 22 — Edible Horticulture, 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. EST, Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Pre- Newsletters serve, 13988 Range Line Road, Niles, Mich. Cost: $60, $48/members. Registration: (269) 695-6491, www.fernwoodbotanical.org. Feb. 22 — Harbor Country Hikers, 1 p.m. EST, Lydick Bog Nature Preserve near South Bend. Free. Info: www.harborcountryhikers.com Feb. 22-April 29 — Free display, “Cruisin’ Through the Times,” Indiana Welcome Center, 7770 Corinne Drive, Hammond. Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Info: (219) 989-7979. Feb. 23 — Poetry reading, Mexican-American poet Gilbert Arzola, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Don Quijote, 119 E. Lincolnway, Valparaiso. Feb. 23 — Meet-the-artist reception, Suzy Vance (fi ber paintings/mixed media), 1:30 p.m., The Vil- lage Gallery @ Pines Village Retirement Commu- nities, 3303 Pines Village Circle, Valparaiso. Info: (219) 465-1591. Wednesdays — Musician jam sessions, 6-9 p.m. EST, The Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad St., St. Joseph, Mich. Performer signup: Nicole Pierard @ [email protected]. Audience donation: $5. Support Groups Mondays — Codependents Anonymous (CoDA), 6 p.m., Franciscan Alliance-St. Anthony Health. Info: (219) 879-3817. Mondays, Fridays — Overeaters Anonymous, 7 p.m. Mon./Franciscian Hospital Clair of As- sisi Room, 3500 Franciscan Way; 9 a.m. Fri./First United Methodist Church, 121 E. Seventh St. Info: https://oa.org, (219) 879-0300. Wednesdays — Alzheimer’s/Dementia Support Group for Caregivers, 2 p.m., third Wednesday of each month, Rittenhouse Senior Living, 4300 Cleve- land Ave. Info: (888) 303-0180. Wednesdays — Al-Anon meetings, 6-7 p.m., Franciscan Alliance-St. Anthony Health. Info: (708) 927-5287. Thursdays — Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families, 6:15 p.m., Franciscan Health Michigan City, Maria Theresia Conference Room C, 3500 Franciscan Way. Info: (219) 801-1296.

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On February 20, 1792, President George Wash- ington signed an act creating the U.S. Post Offi ce. On February 20, 1962, John Glenn, in his Mercu- ry space capsule, became the fi rst American to orbit the earth, circling the globe three times before land- ing in the Atlantic. On February 20, 1980, to protest the Soviet inva- sion of Afghanistan, the United States announced it would boycott the Summer Olympics in Moscow. On February 20, 1981, the space shuttle Colum- bia cleared the fi nal major hurdle to its maiden launch as the spacecraft fi red its three engines in a 20-second test. On February 20, 1999, Chicago Tribune movie columnist Gene Siskel, 53, died in Evanston, Ill., of brain cancer. On February 21, 1804, the fi rst self-propelled steam railway locomotive was demonstrated in Mid-Glamorgan, Wales. Built by Richard Trevith- ich, it pulled a 10-ton load around a 10-mile track. On February 21, 1838, Samuel Morse gave the fi rst public demonstration of the telegraph. On February 21, 1846, Sarah Bagley became the fi rst female telegrapher, taking charge at the newly opened telegraph offi ce in Lowell, Massachusetts. On February 21, 1885, the Washington Monu- ment was offi cially dedicated. On February 21, 1925, The New Yorker made its debut. On February 21, 1947, the Polaroid Land Cam- era, which produced black-and-white photographs in 60 seconds, was introduced by inventor Edwin H. Land. On February 22, 1630, English colonist in Ameri- ca got their fi rst taste of popcorn as Indians shared their Thanksgiving dinner. On February 22, 1879, in Utica, N.Y., Frank W. Woolworth opened the fi rst “fi ve-cent store,” fore- runner of the modern “fi ve-and-dime.” On February 22, 1879, the fi rst women registered for longshore work on the piers of New York. On February 22, 1934, the romantic comedy “It the Beacher Business Printers Happened One Night,” starring Clark Gable and Claudette Colbert, opened at New York’s Radio City 911 Franklin Street • Michigan City Music Hall. (219) 879 0088 • Fax (219) 879 8070 email:email: [email protected] [email protected] • • http://www.bbpnet.com/http://www.thebeacher.com On February 22, 1983, Harold Washington won Chicago’s Democratic mayoral primary, defeating THE February 20, 2020 Page 31

Mayor Jane Byrne and Cook County State’s Attor- C ney Richard Daley. On February 23, 1822, Boston was granted a char- ter to incorporate as a city.

On February 23, 1836, the assault on the Alamo Color began as 5,000 Mexican soldiers, under the com- mand of Gen. Antonio Lopez de Santa Anna, laid siege to the Texas fortress, defended by 150 men. o On February 23, 1905, Chicago’s Paul Percy Har- ris, along with three friends, founded the Rotary Club. On February 23, 1945, during World War II, units of the U.S. Marines 5th division raised the Ameri- can ﬂ ag atop Iwo Jima’s Mount Suribachi. On February 24, 1868, the House of Representa- p tives resolved to impeach President Andrew John- son for “high crimes and misdemeanors.” The Sen- ate, by a margin of one vote, refused to convict him. On February 24, 1942, the “Voice of America” went on the air for the ﬁ rst time. On February 24, 1955, the Cole Porter musical “Silk Stockings” opened on Broadway.

On February 24, 1980, Israel adopted the shekel ies as its basic currency, replacing pound notes. On February 25, 1836, Samuel Colt received a patent for his famous Colt six-shooter revolver. On February 25, 1901, in New Jersey, J.P. Morgan incorporated the U.S. Steel Corp., creating the na- tion’s fi rst billion-dollar corporation. On February 25, 1919, Oregon became the fi rst state to levy a tax on gasoline. On February 25, 1964, Cassius Clay (who later changed his name to Muhammad Ali) defeated Son- ny Liston to become the world heavyweight boxing champion. On February 25, 1988, the Chicago City Council passed an ordinance permitting limited night base- ball at Wrigley Field. On February 26, 1870, the fi rst New York City subway line was opened to the public. On February 26, 1919, an act of Congress established Arizona’s Grand Canyon National Park. On February 26, 1951, the 22nd Amendment to the Constitution, limiting a president to two terms in offi ce, was ratifi ed. 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Friends of New Troy Event Friends of New Troy, the non-proﬁ t organization that owns and operates the New Troy (Mich.) Com- munity Center, will celebrate its 15th anniversary with a chili cookoff, tours and movie premiere. The celebration is Saturday, March 28, with tours beginning at 4:30 p.m., the cookoff at 6 p.m. and a movie at 7 p.m. All times are Eastern. As part of the tour, photos and memorabilia of Friends of New Troy milestones, events and activities will be displayed. Contributions are invited. Prints will be scanned and returned. Digital images are welcome. The movie provides a snapshot of New Troy in 1871, the year of the Great Chicago Fire. A bride’s ﬁ rst years in town, a journal written during a family’s wagon trip from Ohio, author Earl Reed’s discovery of the village and the story of Hosea Tirrell, who in 1870 owned the Center of the World General Store. The lyrics of a song Tirrell wrote about his store have been put to music and performed by mu- sicians from The School of American Music in Three Oaks, Mich. The song, “Claim to Fame,” is part of the soundtrack. The cookoff is limited to 20 pots. Email Friend- [email protected] or contact Terry Hanover at (269) 369-1897 to register or for other details. Proceeds from the event support the community center’s Bathroom Renovation Fund. Donations to the fund also may be mailed to Friends of New Troy, Bathroom Renovation Fund, P.O. Box 125, New Troy, MI 49119. Donations also can be made at www.FriendsOfNewTroy.org

4-H Clover Crop Area scrapbookers/crafters are invited to the “4-H Clover Crop,” sponsored by LaPorte County 4-H Boosters and Alumni, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Satur- day, March 7 at LaPorte County Fairgrounds, 2581 W. Indiana 2. The cost before Feb. 17 is $30 for adults and $15 for students. The fee includes table space, breakfast, lunch, contests, prizes and goodie bags. The event offers classes, make ‘n takes, a silent auction the eacher usiness rinters and home-based businesses on site. All proceeds B B P aid activities and scholarships to beneﬁ t local 4-H 911 Franklin Street • Michigan City members. (219) 879 0088 • Fax (219) 879 8070 Call Angela Lile at (574) 910-0404 or e-mail an- email: [email protected] • http://www.bbpnet.com/ [email protected] for more details. THE Page 34 February 20, 2020

Labyrinth by Catherine Coulter (hardcover, shown up to any local hospital, making Savich sus- $27.99 retail in bookstores and online; also available picious and fearful for his life. Closed-circuit TV as an eBook. Paperback, retail $16.99. 497 pages.) cameras and witnesses at the scene show two people were chasing Cummings, but disappeared after Merriam-Webster tells us a labyrinth is “some- he rolled over Savich’s car and ran into an alley. thing extremely complex or tortuous in structure, ar- Now, it starts to get very interesting…too many rangement, or character.” questions and not enough answers, and the laby- And that’s my intro to this tale of actually two rinth begins to show its twists and turns… tales. The main characters are FBI and CIA agents, Meanwhile, the action turns to Gaffer’s Ridge, sometimes working together, sometimes working a small town in Virginia. FBI Special Agent Grif- at cross purposes. Work in some shady fi n Hammersmith is spending some dealings and greed on one side, re- downtime, hoping to reconnect with venge and family secrets on the other, friends Jenny and Rose who run and while it all sounds a little like the popular Jenny’s Cafe in town. A cook’s stew, it kept me up fervently short walk down the streets of the reading the night away. Work in some town takes him to the outskirts, individuals with mental telepathy and where he hears the faint cries of a the action becomes nonstop. woman in trouble coming from a This is my fi rst Coulter book and nearby house. He enters in time to No. 26 in this FBI Thriller series. She fi nd Carson DeSilva in a struggle also has a series called “A Brit in the with Rafer Bodine. Griffi n breaks FBI Thrillers,” written with J.T. Elli- the man’s wrist, and Carson gives son. Now on to this latest offering… Rafer a swing of a pipe to the back FBI Agent Lacey Sherlock Savich is of his head. Crisis averted. Carson on her way home when she is broad- says she heard Bodine talk about sided by an SUV that runs a red light. the murder of three young women As her car swirls around the street, in the area. It sounded to her he was she catches a quick glance of a man implicated in some way. He then rolling over the hood of her car. Where kidnapped her and locked her in the did he come from? basement of the house. Sherlock’s husband, Agent Dillon They contact the sheriff, Booker Savich, is called by the hospital and told Lacey suf- Bodine, who just happens to be Rafer’s uncle and fered head wounds that could affect her memory. a member of the most powerful family around. And Sure enough, when she comes around, she doesn’t no one wants to cross the sheriff’s sister-in-law, who know Dillon or much of anything else. is supposed to have psychic powers. Imagine losing your memory of ever having a hus- The sheriff doesn’t believe the story Griffi n and band and son? How frightening that must be. And Carson tell, nor that Griffi n is an agent, although he yet, as Dillon shares the events of the accident with shows FBI credentials and tells him to call the local her, tries to explain who she is and what she does FBI offi ce. The sheriff promptly puts the pair in jail, for the FBI — both agents are part of the Criminal but not before Griffi n sneaks in a call to his superior. Apprehension Unit — small memories come back. That brings in the cavalry in the form of a cadre of Her mind automatically switches into FBI mode, FBI agents who announce they are now in charge and she starts asking pertinent questions, wanting of the missing three girls. When Savich hears of his to get into the investigation. friend’s troubles, he heads down to Gaffer’s Ridge. The woman driving the SUV is Jasmine Palum- The sheriff is not happy, neither is his brother, who bo, security engineer for the Bexholt Group, a com- is the local bank president and Rafer’s father. munications security company. The CIA recently Meanwhile, back in Washington, D.C., bodies are accepted a bid from the company to install a spe- starting to pile up and Sherlock’s accident is head- cialized fi rewall for a project. ing in a whole different direction. The man hit by Sherlock’s car disappears, but Coulter has combined these two stories into one blood on the windshield provides DNA that iden- intelligent and complex book. The characters are tifi es him as CIA analyst Justice Cummings, now believable, and the stories move along at breakneck MIA. It becomes obvious he was running away from speed — there’s no unnecessary prose, just a well- someone, but who and why? Could be it has some- paced read. thing to do with the damning information he found Enter the labyrinth, you won’t be disappointed! about Russia on the Dark Web. Cummings hasn’t Till next time, happy reading! THE February 20, 2020 Page 35

2204 FAIRWAY DRIVE LONG BEACH, IN • 3 BED / 2.5 BATH • $562,000

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