A Little Bit of Africa in Arizona by Paula Mchugh

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Volume 22, Number 41 Thursday, October 19, 2006 A Little Bit of Africa in Arizona by Paula McHugh

Prayeri and Dean Harrison, founders of the 104-acre Out of Africa, Phoenix’ loss is Camp Verde’s gain as visitors can enjoy a live by the philosophy of the Golden Rule when caring for special day with lions and tigers, bears and more the animals. Behind them is one of two giraffes that (oh my!) at Out of Africa Wildlife Park. roam the expansive Serengeti area of the park.

Yes, there are bears in the high desert mountains of Arizonians have been familiar with the Harrison’s of Arizona. In North Central Verde Valley, one can count wildlife park, formerly situated on Indian land near on up close encounters with black bears. Add lions, Fountain Hills, just outside Phoenix. School chil- tigers, panthers, hyena, giraffes and zebra, too. dren and visitors of all ages have had an opportuni- Camp Verde, Arizona is the new home of Out of Africa ty to experience a one-of-a-kind park where animals Wildlife Park, a refuge with soul run by husband from different parts of the globe find the habitat of and wife team Dean and Prayeri Harrison. Thousands the high desert much to their liking. Visitors to Out of Africa Wildlife Park come with curios- ity, and leave with a sure sense of the Harrison’s devotion to caring for and deeply respecting every one of their adopted brood. The 104-acre park allows ample room for carnivores and herbivores to roam, while we visitors, predators to the big cats, can get close enough to linger, shoot them on film, and feel safe doing so. For those of us who might have wanted to take an African safari but know that that dream is not in our future, a trip to Out of Africa is the just the ticket. Or maybe even better, because the animals at this Arizona Park have a very personal relationship with the Harrison’s and their staff, and it shows. The animals at the Arizona park have a very personal relationship with the Harrison’s and their staff, and it shows. Pictured here is Dean Harrison and Java. (photo courtesy of Out of Africa Wildlife Park) Africa Continued on Page 2 THE Page 2 October 19, 2006

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Africa Continued from Page 1 waiting for a hand to feed him. And with plenty of hands Trained staff knows the animals’ personalities: at the ready, Kiba unrolls his yardstick-long tongue which and when staff can approach, pet, touch, tick- oh-so-gracefully, gobbling up enough veggie snacks to le, soothe, or feed. The Harrison’s philosophy is about keep his tummy filled all day. Kiba is the tamest submission to the needs of their animals. It’s all animal we visitors would encounter in the Serengeti. about empathy, or seeing from the animals’ view- The others, while appearing non-troublesome, could point. Most all of the wildlife has names that trans- do some damage according to our driver and guide, late one way or another into “peace.” Mark. …Such as the zebras, which Mark warned have teeth that could cause a nasty bite. The zebras and wildebeests approached our bus for treats, too. And since I happened to be sitting directly behind Mark at the wheel, I got a first-hand look at a zebra’s Whitestrip- deprived choppers. The animals, familiar with Mark and his bus, walked directly to the door but stopped short of climbing aboard. Thank goodness.

The animals, familiar with Mark and his Our Serengeti Safari guide Mark gave us an up close and bus, walked personal look at giraffes, zebras and wildebeests. directly to the door but The two biggest attractions at the park are the stopped short Serengeti Safari and the Wildlife Preserve tour. Photo of climbing hounds and safe thrill seekers can enjoy a ride in an aboard. From where I sat, I open-air vehicle where the wildlife will walk right up got a first-hand to the bus. Handed a supply of carrot sticks before board- look at a ing, we on safari do not have to travel far into the bush zebra’s Whitestrip- before Keba, a young and opportunistic giraffe, plods deprived over to our bus for treat time. Kiba’s cloud-sweeping, choppers. graceful neck dips low. He pokes his face into the bus,

The pleated horns of the wildebeest looked like they On the Serengeti could do some damage, confirmed by our guide. Mark Safari, visitors explained that when he and other staff walk in the encountered Serengeti for routine tasks, they have to cover for one Kiba, who unrolls his another—so that if their back is turned to one of yardstick-long these predators, they can be cautioned to take cover. tongue oh-so- Yet for us visitors, the most “dangerous” thing we had gracefully, gobbling up to contend with was the long pink tongue of Kiba, want- enough veggie ing a carrot or two, or seventeen. When the treats were snacks to keep all gone, the giraffe meandered off to a manzanita or his tummy filled all day. sawtooth bush for more greens. Mark explained that the land in Camp Verde grows vegetation very similar to what these animals are accustomed to within the African plains. THE October 19, 2006 Page 3

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Trained staff knows the animals’ personalities: which and when staff can Meet Us For Lunch And A Style Show approach, pet, touch, tickle, soothe, or feed. Prayeri poses here with WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 25- HANNAH’S, NEW BUFFALO Eclipse, a black panther. (photo courtesy of Out of Africa Wildlife Park) At each stop, our guide had brought a snack for the 409409 Alexander StreetStreet, LaPorte, IN 326-8602 animals and she taught us about the habits of each. On Hwy 35 - 5 Blocks South of Lincolnway Since I was clicking the camera lens and not taking TurnTurn Rightright on AlexanderAlexander Monday-FridayMonday - Friday10 am 9:30to 6 pmto 7 Saturday Saturday 9:30 9:30 am to to5 5 pm Africa Continued on Page 4 THE Page 4 October 19, 2006

the Harrison’s, these animals would not have survived. They appear to have adapted well despite their lim- itations. On Sunday afternoons and other designated days, visitors linger within the Wildlife Preserve to witness the predator feed. A staff of four animal caretakers, with several troughs of raw food, led the way while we spectators watch them throw slabs of freshly butchered meat over the steel fences for each animal.

At each stop, our guide had brought a snack for the animals and she taught us about the habits of each. Here Anika, an Arctic wolf, waits for a snack. Africa Continued from Page 3 notes, I remember only bits and pieces of the animal facts we were told. Most of us were too busy marveling over how tame the animals appeared when they approached our guide, but that is definitely illusion. The animals are not really tame, but the Wildlife Park is all about staff interacting with the animals’ per- A staff of animal caretakers, with several troughs of raw food, led the sonalities. way while we spectators watch them throw slabs of freshly This I do remember: when stopped at the hyena habi- butchered meat over the steel fences for each animal. tat, we learned that the females have additional male genitalia, proving that females rule. And we heard the hyenas moo—a good sign—because “laughing” hyenas are unhappy, usually angry hyenas. Our guide had the hyenas mooing, almost cuddling next to the fence while she fed them a snack. As we drove on, a tiger leaned on the fence in a begging position. He, too, was happy to see our guide, knowing that it was snack time.

Each slab weighs from 16 pounds to 22 pounds, so one can imagine what a workout the caretakers get as they throw a total of 300 pounds of food over the course of the preserve. Each slab weighs from 16 pounds to 22 pounds, so one can imagine what a workout the caretakers get as they As we drove on, a tiger leaned on the fence in a begging position. He, throw a total of 300 pounds of food over the course of too, was happy to see our guide, knowing that it was snack time. the preserve. Some animals, such as------allowed hand No matter that this tiger towered five feet above the feeding. For me, Lazarus, an aging male lion, stole the young guide. The black bears took to our guide fond- show. While most of the other animals grabbed their ly, and she easily hand-fed a pair at the fence. meals and hunkered down to feast, the attention-lov- The park has several special needs predators, ing Lazarus played to the crowd. With a hunk of including a tiger born with deformed legs and a meat set firmly in his jaws, he slowly paraded the length three-legged leopard. Had they not been adopted by of his fence for all to see. Then, amazingly, he stopped THE October 19, 2006 Page 5 directly in front of me and waited until I took a pic- The park has plans to restore additional attractions ture of him. He then turned and walked in the oppo- including the Tiger Splash possibly as soon as next site direction, making sure everyone had a chance to year. A Giant Snake Show is featured on certain see his proud catch. Someone must have whispered days during the week, and veteran wildlife park vis- to him that a Beacher photographer was there for the itors such as Michelle Forbes of Apache Junction predator feed. told us that as a young child, she found the giant boa constrictor easy to pet. Prayeri (pronounced like Prairie) told us that it’s amazing how people lose their fear of snakes after having the chance to inter- act with one during the snake show.

Amazingly, Lazarus stopped directly in front of me and waited until I took a picture of him. He must have heard that I was taking pictures for The Beacher.

Wildlife Park visitor Michelle Forbes of Apache Junction remembers school trips to the Harrison’s former park near Phoenix.

A pride of lions, sunning themselves on their specially-built platform, ignore us until snack time.

Sydney manages the well-stocked gift shop, featuring native handicrafts for sale, which Prayeri and Dean have brought back from their travels to Africa. Out of Africa Wildlife Park has one admission charge for all attractions. Plus, there is a well-stocked gift shop featuring native handicrafts for sale, which Prayeri and Dean have brought back from their travels to Africa. There is a small refreshment stand on the grounds. To learn more about the park, log on to Out of Africa’s website, www.outofafricapark.com. Those planning to visit will find the park off I-17 at The black bears took to our guide fondly, and she easily the Camp Verde exit. Phone 928-567-2840 for park infor- hand-fed a pair at the fence. mation. THE Page 6 October 19, 2006 Harbert Business Association Contributes On Wed., Sept. 27, Harbert Business Association garnered a lot of attention prior to the auction. This President Rich Kochanny met with representatives year, the umbrellas were also featured during of two local organizations to present them with char- Chikaming Township’s Sesquicentennial Parade. itable contributions on behalf of his Association. The Recipients of this year’s checks were Harbert funds were raised during the organization’s second annu- Community Park, represented by Township Park al Umbrella Auction. Board Co-chair Sue Patterson, and the Harbor Country The hand-painted market umbrellas that are the Emergency Food Pantry, represented by that orga- focus of this event were displayed throughout the sum- nization’s President, Doris Krossovitch. Each received mer in front of participating businesses, where they a check valued at more than four hundred dollars.

Chikaming Townhip Park Board Co-chair Sue Patterson accepts check Harbour Country Emergency Food Pantry Association President Doris from Harbert Business Association President Rich Kochanny Krossovitch accepts check from President Rich Kochanny. THE October 19, 2006 Page 7

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She uses the word “love” a lot to er birthday and another describe her passion for just about anything she successful climb up Mt. Baldy. engages in. This trim, vivacious red-head obviously loves life and thrives on a challenge. Her race walking Mt. Baldy climbing buddy, Presser completed her first marathon – 26.2 miles Sue Dabagia, seen -- in Honolulu at the age of 61, as part of a group led below. by celebrated local runner Hal Higdon. Higdon remembers Presser as a good racewalker who probably beat a number of the runners in that event. Yes, racewalkers do compete with runners in the same events. They are held to strict performance standards and can be pulled out of a race after three moving violations. That happened to Presser once, shortly before she reached the finish line. It’s not something she likes to remember. Neither is the one race she finished in last place with a police car on her tail. It was the Door to Door 10k in LaPorte more than 10 years ago. “It was awful,” Presser said. “I was like the hood “This year it was easy ornament on the police car. I couldn’t go any faster because the sand was wet and there were about ten cars behind the police car and didn’t shift as much on this country road.” under your feet,” Presser Presser has won five national titles in racewalking. said, showing photos of Her longest race was a 24-hour 75 mile event in herself and friend Sue Toledo. She quit at 71 miles when her knee started Dabagia posing proudly to hurt and she became concerned about causing on top of the large dune that rises almost straight up from its base in the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. Presser and Dabagia have been friends and racewalking buddies since meeting at the Dunes Walking Club. Presser formed the now defunct group to introduce racewalking to Michigan City shortly after retiring in 1987. Today, the only remaining members of the original 18 are Presser and Dabagia, a 17-year flight attendant who walks with her friend as her schedule permits. “She is unbelievable,” Dabagia said about Presser. “I got into racewalking because I saw this lady Presser has an impressive array of race ribbons and trophies but you (Presser) who I knew was a little bit older than me have to go to her basement to see them. THE October 19, 2006 Page 13 permanent damage. “Three days later, it was fine,” A “pretty goal oriented” person, Presser walks Presser said. At 78, she takes no medications and has every day except Sunday, usually at first light. When had few physical problems other than a detached she started racewalking at 61, she kept up a 11.5 minute retina and cataracts. per mile pace. Now, at 78, she tries to maintain a speed Often, Presser is the only racewalker in an event of 15 minutes per mile. and “almost always” the oldest person racing – the rea- During a normal week, Presser walks at least 3 miles son, she claims, for the shelves of medals and trophies every day except Sunday. Right now, she is training she has accumulated. These event accoutrements – to compete in the Disney Marathon in Orlando, including 10 wooden shoes and a brick from a Hobart Florida in early January so she has been walking some race – are inconspicuously displayed in her base- 12-mile stretches and will build up to several 20- ment, near the washer and dryer. mile walks per week before the Florida event. Early life experiences contributed to the woman she has become. As Jo Trees, she grew up on a farm outside Charlottesville, east of Indianapolis. Doing farm chores and hanging out mostly with boys, she found that she enjoyed physical activity. Attending school well before Title IX, Presser disliked half-court basketball and other restrictions placed on girls’ athlet- ic events at the time. Presser attended Ball State as a physical education major and met her future husband, Richard, also an education major. After graduating in 1950, they found teaching jobs in Michigan City. Jo Presser taught for several years at Long Beach School then took 10 years out to raise her children, a son who now lives in North Carolina and a daughter who teacher special education at Joy Elementary School. She is par- ticularly proud of her twin grandsons and one grand- Jo Presser machine stitched a quilt made from the myriad T-shirts daughter, who are all in college and receive monthly acquired at race events she has competed in all over the world. care packages of food from her. In an upstairs bedroom, she displays a colorful quilt she created entirely from race T-shirts acquired from all over the world. In addition to multiple races in Honolulu and Maui, she has competed in Australia, Barbados, Bermuda, Canada, Holland and Ireland. “I like to take vacations in interesting locations with races,” Presser said. She does one marathon and several half marathons a year in places such as Chicago, Columbus, Detroit, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Tampa and Toledo. Closer to home, she annually competes in races such as the Elkhart Great Race, the South Bend Sunburst, Ringin’ in Spring in Valparaiso, the Sunflower in LaPorte, the Wanatah Scarecrow…the list goes on. “I like to go to marathons where they have teams racing for charities,” Presser said. “Those people are Jo and Richard Presser, both retired Michigan City teachers, will cele- there to raise money, which usually means I won’t be brate their 59th wedding anniversary in January. the last (to finish).” After competing so many times She can be a difficult person to reach by phone, given in so many race events, what motivates Presser to con- her schedule of racewalking, weekly volunteer sessions tinue? at a soup kitchen, weekly coffee clatches and a twice “I think if I didn’t race, I wouldn’t walk every day,” monthly bridge group. Often, Richard Presser answers she said. “The races are what motivate me to do it.” the phone and fills the caller in on wife Jo’s schedule. And Presser’s example motivates others, says her friend The couple will celebrate 59 years of marriage in Sue Dabagia. January 2007, the same month Jo Presser is planning “The things she achieves are the dream of many who to complete the Disney Marathon in Orlando. She’s are 20 years younger than she is,” Dabagia said. “Jo been there before and looks forward to getting “high is a self-starter. It’s a joy just to roll out of bed and fives” from Mickey and other Disney characters while get your sweats on because you know you’re meeting running through the amusement park. Jo Presser (for a walk).” Jo Presser deserves every high five she gets. THE Page 14 October 19, 2006 PNC Brownbag Series Looks at Diversity Michigan City’s newest Pub in one of its oldest neighborhoods! Purdue University North Central will present a Brownbag Series in the coming months, with PNC fac- * appetizers * quaint banquet ulty, staff and community members leading programs facility * salads available that center on the topic of “diversity.” The seminars will vary in style and subject, but all * soup * full service bar will share the intent of presenting topics and issues sandwiches * open lunch & that can contribute to the development of tolerant, inclu- * sive campus and community cultural practices. Some Choices for the whole family! * entrees dinner presenters will feature short film clips or interactive pieces that will stimulate conversation and discussion, Stop in for your chance to win others will present ideas for open dialogue and sharing of views and experiences. a free trip to Ireland The seminars will be presented from noon to 1 p.m., usually in the PNC Library-Student-Faculty Inquire within for details Building Room 144 They are free and open to the public. Varying opinions are welcome. 227 W. 7th St. • 872-8200 • www.mcginnispub.com The next brownbag seminar will be Thurs., Oct. 19 with a presentation by Cynthia Hedge, president and cofounder of the nonprofit Center for Creative Solutions, Inc., in Michigan City. She will discuss the goals of creative problem solving and creative leadership, helping people think through solutions to issues concerning class, race and gender. This Brownbag Series will meet in the Library-Student-Faculty Building Assembly Hall, Room 02. Other seminars will include: Nov. 16 - Rosa Rivera-Hainaj, PNC assistant professor of Chemistry who is originally from Puerto Rico, will present, “Diversity in the Physical Sciences: An Overall Perspective,” a talk about her work to broad- en the opportunities in science Jan. 15 - Janell Irving, PNC grants writer, will over- see an interactive dialogue concerning perception and bias entitled, “Obscured Perception: Beguiled By What We See” as part of the Martin Luther King Day events. Feb. 15 - Ronald Brownie, PNC assistant professor of Organizational Leadership and Supervision, will conduct a workshop titled, “Diversity Bingo.” March 15 - Jodi James, PNC disability services coor- dinator, will present, “Mrs. James Takes over Washington” and discuss her week-long experience in Washington D.C. with a grassroots organization to further the rights of people with disabilities. April 16 - Ten Tongues, featuring Cin Salach, a Chicago performance artist and gay and lesbian rights activist, will present a performance poetry and workshop on the Plaza in front of the Library- Student-Faculty Building. The performance is sponsored by the student organization OutLoud. Info, or, for persons with disabilities needing accom- modations, contact Mellin at 872-0527, ext. 5215.

Popcorn and a Movie The Michigan City Senior Center will hold its free popcorn and a movie on Mon., Oct. 23rd, 1 p.m. This month’s movie is “Take the Lead.” Info: 873-1504. THE October 19, 2006 Page 15 open house...

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Wall Art at Box Factory The good neighbor award goes to Bill Hanley at Vail Rubber Works who recently helped underwrite the new mural “Come On In” at the Box Factory for the Arts. The mural, by Baroda artist Holly Hanes Barefield, faces Broad Street and cleverly disguises an old, unsightly overhead garage door. Hanes Barefield, a member of the Berrien Artist Guild, is rapidly gaining recognition for her public art designs, including murals on the water intake structure at Weko Beach and in the handicapped accessi- ble restoroom at the St. Joseph/Lincoln Township Senior Center. She also painted the Kilwin’s-sponsored Gummi Bears on the Beach.

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‘Worst Weather’ Helped Close Fitzgerald’s Log

by William F. Keefe

By a tragic turn of meteorological luck the Edmund Fitzgerald approached the southeastern corner of Lake Superior at the exact time when the weather conditions were at their worst. A few hours earlier or later on the afternoon-evening of November 10, 1975 and the 729-foot bulk carrier would very likely have survived for future commercial runs. Those are among the main findings of a “Reexamination of the 9-10 November 1975 ‘Edmund Fitzgerald’ Storm Using Today’s Technology,” according to a report by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Detroit District. “A ship following a similar course to [that of] the Edmund Fitzgerald, but six hours earlier or later, would have avoided the In happier days while still active on the Great Lakes, the Edmund Fitzgerald set cargo worst conditions associated with the records. Built in 1957, the ship sank in 535 feet of water during the Lake Superior storm of November 10, 1975. (Postcard view by Carl Perrin) storm,” notes the report. “The Arthur M. Anderson, a commercial vessel about the size of the Fitzgerald, was approximately 6 hours behind the Fitzgerald.” The Anderson arrived undamaged in the relative safety of Whitefish Bay. The Fitzgerald had sunk some 17 miles from Whitefish Point, at the entrance to the bay. The entire crew of 29, including Capt. Ernest McSorley, went down with the “Fitz.” Speculation has for years focused on the causes of the ship’s loss, a stunning disaster in the era of modern navigational aids and safety equipment. “The exact cause of the sinking is still a topic of discussion, and several theories exist,” said the Corps of Engineers report. “One states that the Fitzgerald struck bottom near Caribou Island and water filled its ballast tanks, while another claims that the boat’s Coast Guard officers assigned to the icebreaker Mackinaw “stand guard” hatch covers were damaged by continuous batter- over the wreaths of commemoration dropped into Lake Superior on July 17, 1999. The late Bishop, Richard W. Ingalls, Rector of Mariners’ Church ing by large waves which allowed the cargo holds to of Detroit, officiated at the ceremonies, held at the site in Lake Superior become flooded.” where the Edmund Fitzgerald had foundered in 1975. (Keefe photo) “After 30 years…the only concrete fact about the sinking is that the weather conditions were among the “At 7:00 PM EST…, a surface weather map showed worst ever seen” on Lake Superior. a very deep low pressure center just south of James Authored by Tom Hultquist of the National Weather Bay. Winds wrapping around a storm at this location Service, the “Reexamination” report used “known would be westerly in orientation near Whitefish Bay meteorological data from the time period around the and due to the strength of the storm, very intense.” sinking combined with modern weather prediction mod- “During the afternoon of November 10, the weath- els to provide possible wind and wave conditions er deteriorated rapidly… By evening sustained winds during the storm. This process is known as hind- near 50 knots encompassed most of southeast Lake casting.” Superior, with more localized winds in excess of 60 knots. The research method confirmed that “An intense These winds generated waves [higher] than 7.5 autumn storm moved through the Great Lakes region meters (25 feet), which moved from west to east on 10 November 1975, producing extremely haz- across Lake Superior, nearly perpendicular to the ardous wind and wave conditions…” documented track of the Edmund Fitzgerald.” THE October 19, 2006 Page 21

“At around 0015 UTC (7:15 PM EST)…, the Edmund Signed by Rector Richard W. Ingalls, Jr., the letter Fitzgerald was lost with all hands.” added that the 11:00 a.m. service on November’s second Sunday “will honor all of the many thousands of sailors who have lost their lives while serving on the Great Lakes. In returning to the tradition of ‘book- ending’ the shipping season--Blessing of the Fleet in March and Great Lakes Memorial in November--we are also returning to our traditional Angelican litur- gy for these services…” “The decision to put the Fitz into its historical context…in no way diminishes our admiration and respect for the 29 crewmen who went down with their ship…” The Rector added a reference to the mention of Mariner’s Church in the popular ballad “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald,” composed by Canada’s Gordon Lightfoot. The ballad mentions Mariner’s Church as the “sailors’ cathedral” where prayers were offered for the Fitzgerald’s lost crew. In the song as well is a tribute to the late Bishop Richard W. Ingalls, the present Rector’s father, and the person who “rang the [church] bell 29 times” on the morning after the ship’s loss.

Participants in the Edmund Fitzgerald consecration ceremonies in July, 1999 take a moment to study the mementos, albums, and other memorabilia brought for display by the crew members’ families. (Keefe photo)

Founded in 1842, Mariner’ Church of Detroit has become a Motor City landmark. The church stands a short distance from the Detroit River. (Postcard view by Carl Perrin)

Because the wreck of the Fitzgerald lies in Canadian waters, the new regulations on access for divers came from the Ministry of Culture of the Province of Ontario. Under the recently approved regulations, divers The Canadian and American flags fly over the July, 1999 ceremonies on wanting to explore the Lake Superior shipwreck will Lake Superior. Representatives of the Province of Ontario government were present at the ceremonies. (Keefe photo) need a license from the ministry. The legal authority for the new rules was the New Rules, New Services Ontario Heritage Act, which was revised in 2005 to Other recent announcements touch on regulations increase penalties for looting or damaging marine arche- governing access to the Edmund Fitzgerald’s wreck- ological sites. age and on religious services of commemoration. Impetus for the new regulations came in part from A letter to “parishioners and friends” of Mariner’s reports that a privately financed 1994 expedition Church of Detroit notes that on Sunday, November allegedly filmed human remains near the Fitzgerald’s 12, the church will “return to the old tradition of pilothouse. Petitions seeking protection for the wreck- having a Great Lakes Memorial Service” rather than age also came from many of the relatives of the crew a service focusing exclusively on the Fitzgerald. members. THE Page 22 October 19, 2006 Michigan City Concert Association

Connie Evingson The Michigan City Concert Association will open with popular jazz vocalist, Connie Evingson and her new backup group Clearwater Hot Club. They will present a program of pop standards such as “Nature Boy,” “Lover Come Back to Me,” “April in Paris,” and “Night and Day.” Clearwater Hot Club features the Django Reinhardt stylings of Gypsy Jazz, as played by the hot young guitarist Sam Militich and his quartet. The performance begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Michigan City Elston Auditorium, 317 Detroit St., on Wed., Oct. 25. Season tickets are $40, student $15, and family $100. Single tickets are $20 per concert, payable at the door. More information at 879-7934 or 878-1392.

Fall Fest at IFG Mini-hayrides through the woods, a bake sale, guided tours, music and crafts will be highlights of the Fall Fest at International Friendship Gardens on Sun., Oct. 22nd from noon – 4 p.m. Crafters will include J.C. Sells and his mountain dulcimers and Marianne Olsaker, demonstrating knife making. In the Native American Garden, Cindy Deardorff and gardener Jude Rakowski will have exhibits and offer information on plants and seeds used by Native Americans and Eileen Stewart will be demonstrating pine needle basketry. From 2-3:30 p.m., the gardeners who tend the specialty gardens, including Norwegian, German, Scottish, Polish, Romanian and Native American, will be in their gardens to greet visitors and explain the plantings. Folk musicians will be on the grounds; local musicians are invited to join in. Throughout the day, “mini- hayrides” will be offered on the five person golf cart. Hot drinks and baked goods will be available. The gardens are located at 2055 U.S. 12 on the east- ern edge of Michigan City. Admission to the Gardens is $4; children and musicians get in free. Leashed pets are welcome. Call 219-878-9885 for more information. THE October 19, 2006 Page 23

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Close to Home. A World Apart. THE Page 24 October 19, 2006 Celtic Music at Box Factory Where Going Home is Getting Away 19 Enchanting Cottages for Sale Model Open House “Purest Green” returns to the Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad St., St. Joseph, MI on Sat., Oct. 21 Saturday & Sunday at 8 p.m. MI time. Tickets at the door are $8; $6 for 1 to 5 (MI time) students and seniors (60+). Children 12 and under admitted free when accompanied by an adult. “Purest Green” is a Celtic musical singing group from 106 South Franklin Street the South Bend area that combines traditional New Buffalo, MI. melodies with modern sounds. They have three excellent lead vocalists and several multi-instrumentalists. 269.469.9090 CaMP B FFaLo The musicians include Jim Bradberry, resophon- campbuffalocottages.com uO ic guitar, five-string banjo, mandolin, mandola; Martha C TTAGeS Bradberry (Jim’s wife of 10 years), fiddle and whistle; Matt Baumgartner, vocals; Rosie McCormick, vocals, keyboards, whistle; and Bryan Edington, guitar, keyboards, mandolin, and bodhran. The group’s first CD “Alchemy,” will be available for sale at the concert. For more on this and other Box Factory events, visit www.boxfactoryforthearts.org or phone 269-983- 3688 during normal gallery hours of 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Mon. - Sat. or Sun., 1-4 p.m.

“A Toast to Marquette” Marquette Catholic High School is celebrating their 120th anniversary of providing a quality, Catholic education to the community. Join them in making “A Toast to Marquette” on Sat., Nov. 11th, at 7 p.m., at the Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. 2nd St., Michigan City. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and entertainment by the Bombay Jazz Trio will be the backdrop for alum- ni, families and friends of Marquette celebrating the occasion. For reservations, $30/per person, contact Jennifer Quinlan, Director of Development at 873-1325, ext. 229 or e-mail [email protected] THE October 19, 2006 Page 25

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Please contact: Bonnie Meyer at 269-469-8735 or Bobbie Cavic at 269-469-8748 THE Page 28 October 19, 2006 Harvest Days Activities in Harbor Country Draw a Big Crowd

by Jan Van Ausdal

On October 6, 7, and 8, 2006, Columbus Day Michiana bought cinnamon rolls, a pumpkin pie, Weekend, Harvest Days in Harbor Country offered many apples, and also taffy apples from Dinges. Carol said, different activities and a lot of people took advantage “We saw this in the newspaper and that’s why we’re of the beautiful weather to attend. There were shop- here.” Judy commented, “ We’re sold out for the spe- ping, farmers’ markets, culinary events, gallery open- cial dinner tonight. We’re going to try to do a special ings, kids + pets + family fun, and after hours fun. I menu dinner also in November and December.” visited a number of these events to share with Beacher Next, I drove to Customs Imports to see how the readers. Doggie Apple Bobbing fun for canines and their owners was coming along. A small dog, Abs, was really too shy to participate in the event. Another large, white dog, Iggy, a great Pyrennes from Spain and owned by Judith Spanierman from Chicago, was quite willing to try this apple bobbing, especially for the hot dogs more than for the apples. Judith’s children, Cole (8) and Remy (11) were there to encourage Iggy, who received a Milk Bone treat while Judith got a Customs Imports gift certificate. With a house in Union Pier, the Spaniermans “are here every year and do all kinds of things.” Judith is a free-lance writer who writes mostly about health care. Jackie Fox, an employee helping with the apple bobbing, has worked at Customs Imports for almost two years.

Todd McWethy and Krista Loomis from McWethy Farms, Three Oaks, Michigan, with produce from the farms. On Saturday, local farmers were featured outdoors at Retro Café/Kites’ Kitchen, New Buffalo. Dinges Farm and McWethy Farms from Three Oaks were represented and so was Stover’s Farm Market of Berrien Springs, Michigan. Farm owner, Todd McWethy, and employee, Krista Loomis, were there to help customers select from their hydroponic tomatoes, bell peppers, and other items. Todd told me, “Business has been really good, as well as a new business can be doing. We’ve been at Harvest Days the last two years.”

Iggy, a Great Pyrennes dog, bobs for apples (and hot dogs) at Customs Imports, New Buffalo. Then I drove to Dinner’s Ready, where I noticed a Scarecrow entry outside, labeled “Martha Stewart.” Inside, Kathy Simon who has worked there since May, held up one of the day’s specials, an apple dumpling with cinnamon sauce. Another special was pulled pork sandwiches. Kathy explained to Carmen Katz of New Buffalo how to heat the apple dumplings, either in a microwave or in a regular oven. Carmen said, “Harvest Days are wonderful, and, of course, we’ve Judy Kite-Gosh (in center) with customers Dave & been blessed with this great weather!” She got pita Carol Talabay from Michiana. chips with the sandwiches and also bought a slice of Judy Kite-Gosh was selling main dishes, soups, jams multi-layer chocolate cake for dessert. and jellies, and bakery items such as pies, cookies, brown- Kathy told me that owner Diane Botica was at a ies, muffins, and breads. Carol and Dave Talabay from cooking class that day, but gave me a sample of the THE October 19, 2006 Page 29

Next stop: Patty’s Picks in Union Pier. Outside, Neil and Roberta Allen had items from the bountiful harvest at their farm in Galien, Michigan, including luscious smelling lavender, and dried flowers, bouquets, and wreaths. Inside the store, Mary Mertens of Ticche & Bea in Chicago was demonstrating how to make a baby clothes quilt into a wonderful “Keepsake Quilt.” She showed Marissa Lenga of Chicago how to sew and how to put the quilt together. There is batting in the middle and a backing of muslin. If Mary had been at home, she would have been ironing after doing some sewing. But at the store, she straightened the pieces out and pinned them together to hold them in place. She suggested that a first project for Marissa might be mak- Kathy Simon, employee at Dinner’s Ready, shows a Harvest Days’ ing a pillow. Mary has been sewing since she was 9 special, an apple dumpling with cinnamon sauce. and has had her business since 2005.

The scarecrow at Dinner’s Ready, New Buffalo, is really Martha Stewart! Demonstrator Kathleen Arvin at Michigan Thyme with Jerry Long of wonderful signature fruit bars, which are a special- Warsaw, Indiana, who is sampling food from TAILGATE THYME. ty of the establishment. Liz Grim helps Diane by At Michigan Thyme in New Buffalo, a TAILGATE doing the ordering for the catering. The one-year THYME tasting was being held. I photographed anniversary of Dinner’s Ready was over the Fourth demonstrator, Kathleen Arvin of Long Beach, with Jerry of July weekend, 2006. Long from Warsaw, Indiana. Jerry said, “We come to New Buffalo all the time; it’s our favorite thing to do.” Some recipes came from “The Tailgating Cookbook” by Bob Sloan. Other items were made with bagged sauce items to which were added sour cream or cream cheese. The meatballs were dipped in Vidalia onion sauce and so were the chicken wings. The delicious brownies were made from a mix, which is sold at Michigan Thyme. The demonstrator for the tasting in the month of November will be Helen Welsh. In and from the parking lot of The New Buffalo Savings Bank were many free activities, which were sponsored by the New Buffalo Business Association. Hay rides started and finished from that location. Sharon Suseland of Vandalia, Michigan, was the leader of this event. A very popular activity was the pumpkin painting. Trevor La Berge painted his pumpkin while his Mom, Nicole, looked on. Bill and Kathy Fern of Chicago were there with sons, Mickey (3) and Will (5) At Patty’s Picks, Union Pier, Mary Mertens and Marissa Lenga hold a “Keepsake Quilt” made from baby clothes. Harvest Days Continued on Page 30 THE Page 30 October 19, 2006

Harvest Days Continued from Page 29 who were having fun. They said, “We come here a lot and we love it!” The afternoon entertainment consisted of Keith Scott (acoustic/blues/electric) from Chicago and Washboard Ginny (also of Chicago) who played with him. Keith said he would be at Shoreline Brewery performing that Saturday evening. He played “Shake, Rattle, and Roll” and also did a sing-along song for the crowd. About The Beacher, Keith said, “Wow! I love that paper!”

When the wagon is full, the people will enjoy a hayride through New Buffalo.

Keith Scott (acoustic/blues/electric) and Washboard Ginny entertain Harvest Days visitors at The New Buffalo Savings Bank parking lot. My friend, Sylvia Wagner from Michigan City and I made a brief stop on Sunday afternoon at the New Buffalo Inn & Spa to receive a complimentary Chair Trevor La Massage. I photographed Sylvia in the chair as Lisa Berge paints a pumpkin Werner of Michigan City was doing her massage. while Lisa worked for 25 years as a registered nurse. She Mom Nicole has done massage now for about five years and it relieves looks on. tension which has built up in one’s muscles. Lisa said, “I can do about five massages per hour. I’ve done some parties and real estate offices also.” Believe me, a chair massage is a great way to put an end to a weekend of Harbor Country Harvest Days activities!

At New Buffalo Inn & Spa, Lisa Werner gives a chair massage to Sylvia Wagner of Michigan City.

Will (5) and Mickey (3) Fern from Chicago enjoy painting pumpkins. THE October 19, 2006 Page 31

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VU Symphony Orchestra Concert Open 11-6 Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays The Valparaiso University Symphony Orchestra will at Lookout Landing,307 W. Buffalo Street hold a concert on Sun., Oct. 22nd, 3 p.m., in the (US 12) at Smith Street, New Buffalo Chapel of the Resurrection on campus. 269-469-2818 www.fenwaygallery.com Tickets are $15/adults, $10/sen. cit. 219/464-5162. THE Page 34 October 19, 2006

foodstuff by carolyn mcconnell Kitchen Walk – Annual and Elaborate

I can’t wait til this Kitchen Walk happens again next and a fabulous silent auction. It’s truly a spectacular year. It was sensational as well as beautiful (delicious all day event – meeting interesting people, viewing foodwise, too). Proceeds support Designs for Dignity beautiful kitchens and tasting delectable treats of Heartland Alliance. The walk culminated at a designed by Chicago and Harbor Country chefs. local Michigan gallery with a “wine down” reception

The Berlin residence, one of the six handsome Kitchen Walks

Susan Fredman, owner of At Home With Nature at 15998 Red Arrow Highway, Union Pier, MI, and sponsor of the annual Kitchen Walk Strange appliance – cooks pasta or cereal inside the table

Chefs Kathy Pederson, Chicago, joined by Susan Rossie, co-president of Fredman owns this cozy and luxurious house Susan Fredman & Assoc. in Union Pier. THE October 19, 2006 Page 35

Broker Associate Arthur Hofmann offered everything – easy directions, additional goodies, all sorts of info

David Prote, Foster’s Wine Estate manager and John Eiffert, resident of Chicago and Long Beach IN

Pastry chef Denise Tuncsiper graciously adorns her small cakes

Chef Stan Luna generally talks with his hands flying faster than his tongue

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Ghost Stories/Books for Treats I must be in the Halloween spirit, because it is rare for me to spend so much surfing time—and three consecutive columns—centered on October 31’s tra- ditions. I’ve covered pumpkin carvings and haunted houses. Now it’s about ghost stories. Have one of your own? Many of the sites mentioned this week is looking for new submissions. The Moonlit Road (www.themoonlitroad.com). Some of us have heard our regional ghost stories so often that we are ready for something fresh and new. This website brings us that opportunity. This is a collection of strange folktales from the American South. You can read the text online or listen to streaming audio. I read the “Cottage in the Woods” for a sampling. The stories are well-written, yet not always scary. Spooky Stories (www.americanfolklore.net/spooky- stories). This website is a rich compendium of folk- lore and legend, myths, railroad stories, and regional stories. It just happens to have a spot on its menu dedicated to spooky stories. I read two of them: from New York, the “Lincoln Death Train,” and from Pennsylvania, the “Ghostly Steelworker.” Neither really put me into a Halloweenish state of mind. Castle of Spirits (www.castleofspirits.com). You don’t need to surf a lot of sites to find a bundle of ghost stories; you can just log on to this one and find plenty to keep you reading and maybe even scaring you. This website gives you an archive that goes back ten years, so take your pick. Readers can submit their stories here. I read a submission titled, “The Little Italian Restaurant.” Now I was feeling closer to Halloween. The Ghost Place (www.ghostplace.com). Imagine 130 pages of stories that can be downloaded in .pdf format and read offline, anytime. What I enjoyed even more were the submissions of ghost pictures. All those orbs, vortexs, and filmy faces caught by ama- teur photographers have to make you wonder….or maybe even get you interested in joining the local ghosthunters’ club. Halloween is Here (www.halloweenishere.com/). Besides ghost stories, you’ll find recipes, costume ideas, haunted art, crafts and e-cards. The best of the haunted art, in my opinion, is “Things that Go Bump in the Basement.” It’s cute. I sampled some costume ideas and was disappointed in their tips for dressing as a “Hippie.” They sorta got it mixed up with the 50’s generation. Bourbon Street Stories (www.bourbonstreet stories.com/ghost). I don’t know if this is devoted to old ghosts of New Orleans or not. I did not read any of the stories, because by this time I found it more fun to look at the pictures of hauntings. If a person wants to find a good reference for ghost investigation tips, THE October 19, 2006 Page 41 this site delivers a very thorough set of recommendations. 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Bookmobile to Host Ronald McDonald LIVE ENTERTAINMENT (No Cover) Join Ronald McDonald at the LaPorte County Oct. 20 Simplicity - 10 p.m. Public Library Bookmobile at 10:30 a.m. on Tues., Oct. 24th, at the Silver Palace, 1719 State St., LaPorte. There Oct. 28 ETA - 10 p.m. will be stories, magic and fun. The program is spon- Nov. 4 Vital Support - 10 p.m. sored by McDonald’s of LaPorte. There is no charge or registration. More information, or to request sign- Nov. 11 Freek Johnson - 10 p.m. ing for the hearing impaired, phone 219/362-6156. THE Page 42 October 19, 2006

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Accompanying Margaret’s presentation will be her brother Rick per- Long Beach Styling Salon forming Canadian folk tunes on fiddle. presents Books by all authors participating in the Weekend’s events will be available for sale and signing. Forever Janice Koch Books of St. Joseph is co-ordinating the book sales. Our New Stylist Registration for the weekend’s events can be made Janice has been training with the staff by contacting the Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 at the salon for over 2 months. Broad St., St. Joseph, MI; by phone at 269/983-3688; or e-mail at [email protected]. The first 30 calls for a hair cut with Janice will be complimentary. The cost for the Friday-only events is $30 ($25 for 219/872-6977 members of the Berrien Artist Guild). The cost for the 2411 St. Lawrence Ave. • Long Beach entire weekend of events is $90 ($75 for Guild members). The package price includes a ticket to “Dancing on the White House Lawn.” Sunday afternoon’s presentation is free and open to the public. Three Oaks Township Public Library Museum Sponsors of the Writer’s Weekend include the Michigan Humanities Council, Southwest Michigan Halloween Dance Tourist Council, Forever Books, and the Berrien Saturday, October 28 • 7 p.m.-Midnight County Intermediate School District. St. Mary’s Hall, Three Oaks entrance on Linden Street “Harvest of Quilts” at Senior Center Dancing•DJ•Snacks•Cash Bar Door Prizes • Silent Auction The Dunes Country Quilters will have a show and Prizes for Best Costumes sale, “Harvest of Quilts,” at the Michigan City Senior Center in Washington Park. Dates are Sat., Oct. 21 $10 per person advance; $15 at the door (9 a.m.-5 p.m.), and Sun., Oct. 22 (10 a.m.-4 p.m.). Costumes/Halloween Dress Encouraged! Proceeds from this show go to charities. There is a $5 donation at the door with children under 12 admitted free. 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Michigan City: (219) 872-6221 Cell: (219) 221-1672 An alternative to nursing home Third Saturday – Three Oaks An Open Studio-Gallery Walk will be held on Sat., Oct. 21st, 5-10 p.m. MI time in Three Oaks, MI. This Third Saturday gallery walk includes a visual feast of local, regional and international artists’ work. Several businesses and restaurants are open until 10 Irresistible Mix of p.m. to add to the festivities. Visitors may pick up free postcard maps of down- Lionel®, Thomas® town Three Oaks at local businesses. There’s plenty John Deere®, Toys, of free off-street parking. Books & Videos Businesses participating include: The Vickers Theater, Acorn Theater, Dawning Gallery, Blue Gallery, Aron Packer Gallery, Studio b., Gallery H, Rubbish Designs, BelleVia Market, Springdale 16 S Smith • New Buffalo (Across from Oink’s) (269) 469-6811 • (800) 892-2822 Furnishings, and The Dewey Cannon Trading Co. For individual businesses refer to: www.3Oaks.org Films on DVD Series Thomas Mulcahy Mulcahy Builders General Contractor, PE This program will be held at the Michigan City Public Library on Sun., Oct. 22nd, at 2 p.m. The film to be QUALITY BUILT shown, “World’s Fastest Indian,” is the inspiring and CUSTOM HOMES & moving true story of a man who never gave up on his dream to do something big. Burt Munro, played by MAJOR REMODELING Anthony Hopkins, had a passion for machines that PROJECTS go fast. Motorcycles become his lifelong obsession and his goal is to break the world’s land speed record Materials supplied by 219.241.1020 (cell) and he sets out for America to prove himself. Pioneer Lumber, Inc. [email protected] This film series is cosponsored with the LaPorte www.mulcahybuilders.com County Public Library and Purdue University North Central and is free and open to the public. THE October 19, 2006 Page 45 Las Guitarras de España at The Acorn De Vries Tire Co. 1260 E. Michigan Blvd. Las Guitarras de España (The Guitars of Spain) Michigan City, IN return to the Acorn Theater for a one-night-only performance on Sat., Oct. 21, for a night of Spanish fla- Serving the Michigan City Area since 1968 219 874-4261 menco music and dance combined with a unique blend of Las Guitarras’ original world music. Firestone Tires The program will feature some new music and dance pieces from upcoming projects. The core ensem- ble of Doug Brush (percussion), Patricia Alonso specializing in: (vocals) and Carlo Basile (guitar) welcome flamenco Computerized Alignments dancers Wendy Clinard and Carolina Xavier along with Air Conditioning Repairs vocalist/dancer Chiara Mangiameli. Mechanical Repairs The Chicago based Las Guitarras was formed in 1999 when Basile was researching material for his Master’s Degree. The group routinely sells out Chicago’s Hothouse, which is considered the city’s premier venue for international performing artists. 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“What Happens in the Library When Ric’s Mobile Power Washing the Lights Go Out?” SPECIAL DISCOUNTS STAINING / SEALING DECKS JULY & AUGUST STEAM IT CLEAN PATIO The LaPorte County Public Library holds this fam- WITH SIDING GUTTER ily oriented program every year. This year’s event will RIC’S MACHINE Awnings be Fri., Oct. 27, from 7-9 p.m. The library is located CLEANING Storefronts at 904 Indiana Ave., downtown LaPorte. Sewer Jetting LEAF GUARDS Tour the library after hours and meet your favorite INSTALLED Call Rick for book characters. Kids of all ages will be amazed and Free Estimate have a great time. Free, light refreshments will be Rick C. Sparks 1-269-556-9277 served. There is no charge and registration is not nec- Insured Licensed 1-866-350-9399 essary. Information at 219/362-7128. THE Page 46 October 19, 2006 Long Beach picture this. Women’s Bowling the temple photo album at Otober 10, 2006 http://templenews.tripod.com TEAM STANDING WON LOST 1. Aley Cats 14 6 2. The Gutter Golfers 11 9 Graceful Gutters 11 9 Ladies of the Lane 11 9 Ted Perzanowski, M.Div., B.A. 3. Lucky Strikes 10 10 Essential Life Skills Training HIGH TEAM GAME SCORE An effective alternative to counseling and psychotherapy 1. MC Dental Smiles 696 for individuals and couples 2. The Gutter Golfers 621 3. The Hopefuls 607 Michigan City, IN - 219.879.9155 • Chicago, IL - 312.938.9155 [email protected] HIGH TEAM SERIES SCORE 1. MC Dental Smiles 1923 2. The Gutter Golfers 1748 3. The Hopefuls 1746 • Remodeling HIGH INDIVIDUAL GAME SCORE 1. Kim Stokes 164 • Painting 2. June Salmon 163 Northwoods • Kitchens Construction 3. Kathy Osborne 161 • Bathrooms LLC 4. Helen Stephenson 157 Carrie Alexander 157 574-876-8438 Free Estimates HIGH INDIVIDUAL SERIES SCORE 1. Laurel Byrne 433 2. June Salmon 428 GLASS BLOCK WINDOWS 3. Kathy Osborne 427 4. Kim Stokes 426 Chimneys • Tuck Pointing ALL MASONRY REPAIRS SPLITS: 2-7 split picked up by Barb Macudzinski 30 Yrs. Exp. • Free Est. 3-10 split picked up by Char Cookeach Northern Ind. & Lower Mich. Glass Block Chimneys Windows Gene Burke • 219-324-8702 (LaPorte) • 229-4109 (M.C.) Teen Mystery Dinner at Library Lou Butcher’s The Michigan City Public Library is hosting a Teen Mystery Dinner on Thurs., Oct. 26th, starting NIT at 5 p.m. Jacqueline Verdeyen of “I Love a Mystery,” FURNITURE returns to create a harrowing evening of mayhem. This Refinish WERKS Pick-Up & year’s mystery theme, “Dateline: Paris -- June 1940.” Upholster I N C Delivery in Wear a costume or come as you are. Snacks and drinks Restore www.furniturewerks.com IL, IN, MI will be provided. Audience participation is a must. 4980 W. Hwy 20 • In “The Pines” • Michigan City, IN 46360 • 219-872-1700 Perhaps you will be the murderer - or - the corpse! Designed for middle-school age and up.

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Vote for Myra Remmel for School Board SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 Vote for Common Sense 9-10:30 a.m. and 2-3:30 p.m. PINHOOK BOG HIKES. Join a park ranger for a walk along a floating mat of sphagnum moss and discover evergreens that lose their needles and plants that eat insects. 14,000 years in the making, and a remnant of the last Ice Age, "Indoor air pollution is America's #1 environmental Pinhook is a rare and beautiful environment. Meet health concern. 50% of all illness is caused by indoor air at the Dorothy Buell Memorial Visitor Center and car- pollution." Environmental Protection Agency. avan to the Bog. Reservations are required at 219/926- Mold, mildew, odors, dust, smoke, allergies, pets? 7561, ext. 225. We need home or business owners who desire relief to evaluate a new space technology purification unit. 1:30-3 p.m. DISCOVERY HIKE. A “Habitat Discovery Absolutely no obligation! Michigan City based. Hike” will be held every Saturday in October near the E-mail us at [email protected] Dorothy Buell Memorial Visitor Center. During the hike, visitors will explore a variety of habitats. The program will focus on how plants and animals have adapted to the dunes’ ever-changing environment. Sunset Farms, LLC 4-5 p.m. FEEDING TIME AT CHELLBERG FARM. Equestrian Center Help the farmer feed the animals while learning of Boarding, Lessons, Training their importance to an early 20th century farm. Park Indoor/Outdoor Arena in the Bailly/Chellberg parking lot. Walk to the barn. 2525 E 850 N • LaPorte, IN 46350 7:30 p.m. MILITARY PAST IN THE INDIANA (219) 778-9592 DUNES. Join a ranger around a campfire for “Duneland: A Crossroad of Military Action” to learn about the bat- tles that happened right here in the dunes. Meet at Dunewood Campground amphitheater. Hair Studio New York (219) 879-9528 SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22 9-10:30 a.m. and 2-3:30 p.m. PINHOOK BOG HIKES. See description above. 1-4 p.m. HISTORY RELIVED AT INDIANA DUNES. 1101 Pine Street • Michigan City, Indiana 46360 Join costumed volunteers as they provide insight Formerly of Vidal Sassoon/New York City into the lives of early settlers in the dunes. Learn about Dennis E-mail: [email protected] the life and times of Joseph Bailly and his Potawatomi neighbors during the 1820s while exploring the Bailly Homestead and fur trading cabin. At Chellberg Farm, WARREN J. ATTAR peek into the corn crib, examine the vegetable gar- Agent den, watch the draft horses work or enjoy the fragrant Representing State Farm Since 1971 smells wafting from the wood stove of this early 20th My 24 Hour Good Neighbor Service Number is century farm. Park at Bailly/Chellberg parking lot. (219) 874-4256 STATE FARM Auto 1902 E. US 20 • Evergreen Plaza 4-5 p.m. FEEDING TIME AT CHELLBERG FARM. Life Fire INSURANCE Michigan City, IN 46360 See description above. ® Fax: (219) 874-5430 For more information, phone 219/926-7561, ext. 225.

THE INTERPRETATION OF Hours: 10:30 to 6 269/469-6151 THE by Jed Rubenfeld The MURDER hardback $26.00 BOOKSTORE FRANKENSTEIN MAKES A SANDWICH by Adam Rex hardback $16.00 Villager Mouse’s First Halloween GIFTS • ACCESSORIES by Lauren Thompson hardback $12.95 1203 LIGHTHOUSE PLACE MICHIGAN CITY 100 N. Whittaker Street New Buffalo, MI 219/879-3993 THE Page 48 October 19, 2006 Campfire Chillers Who doesn’t love sitting around a crackling campfire, telling scary stories and watching the flames dance in the dark? Your family can experience this during Deep River County Park’s annual Campfire Chillers program on Wed., Oct. 25, at 6:30 p.m. Meet at the campfire across the bridge from the parking lot behind the Visitor Center and be enthralled by the sto- THE CLIPPER SHIP GALLERY ries as told by Karen Slager, a member of the Northwest • Paintings • Limited Edition Prints Indiana Storytelling Guild. She will invite children • Custom Framing • Nautical Gifts & Accessories to stand up and tell their own short tale. Bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, marshmal- Specializing in Marine Art by Charles Vickery & other artists. See our fine selections of Wildlife, Florals, lows and roasting sticks to use after the storytelling Landscapes & Contemporary Art ends. Be prepared for and dress for the weather. The ta116 North Whittaker Street program will be held rain or shine, inside if the New Buffalo, Michigan weather is severe. iw(269) 469-2590 Deep River County Park is located on Old Lincoln Highway at County Line Road. For more information, phone the Park at 219/947-1958 or 1-800-GRIST- MILL for Indiana and 708 area codes.

Westy’s “Impressions of Three Oaks” Restaurant M & M Karen Perl expands her vision in her fifth exhibition working with Aron Packer. She continues her explo- “We Do It Your Way Everyday” ration of architecture with an examination of the town of Three Oaks. Initially painting on-site at var- Serving Breakfast All Day ious town vistas, she also takes photographs to help jog her memory to make the final compositions, which Daily Specials Mon.-Fri. $2.99-$5.99 is done in her studio. The approach to the canvas is similar to her past work - editing out certain signage, Come See Michiana’s keeping the horizon line low, and excluding people. All American Diner An artist’s reception will be held on Sat., Oct. 21, 5-9 p.m. MI time. The exhibit will be on display 6 a.m. - 4 p.m. • 7 Days through Dec. 16. Aron Packer Gallery is located at 6 Linden St., Three 1608 E. Michigan Blvd., Michigan City • 874-4565 Oaks, MI. Phone: 773/458-3150. Web: www.aron packer.com Email: [email protected]

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(219) 879-0088 FAX (219) 879-8070 the Beacher Business Printers THE Page 50 October 19, 2006 Activities to Explore NEW! In the Local Area: October 19 -- Flying Carpet Travelogue Series: More “South by West” (American Desert Southwest) pre- Fun sented by Gray Warriner. 7 pm at Elston Performing In Arts Theater, 317 Detroit St., MC. Season ticket or With single ticket available at the door. Time October 19-23 -- “Changing Times.” Official Friends Selection Berlin Film Festival. Not rated. French/Arabic Delivery with Eng. subtitles. Thurs/Fri 6:30 pm; Sat/Sun 4 & 6:30 pm; Mon 6:30 pm. Also Showing: “Boynton Beach Club.” Starring Sally Kellerman and Dyan Cannon. Tr n r i n r r Not rated. 9 pm only. All times listed MI time. Vickers a spo tat o Fo G oups! Theatre, 6 N. Elm St., Three Oaks, MI. 269/756- • Up To 14 People 3522 or www.vickerstheatre.com October 19-22 -- “Rumors.” Neil Simon play pre- • Airports sented by the Community Theatre Guild at the • Shopping Trips Chicago Street Theatre, 154 W. Chicago St., Valparaiso. Curtain 8 pm except Sun. 2:30 pm. Tix $15/adults, • Entertainment and Dining Trips $12/sen.cit., $10/students. Reserve at 219/464-1636. i De in i n October 20 -- Bookmarks at Noon at MC Public • Ch cago st at o s Library. Dennis Norman will review Marathon by W. • NW Indiana/SW MichiganDestinations William Winokur. Free & open to the public. October 20-22, 27-30 -- Topenebee Haunted Trail presented by the Boy Scouts at Camp Topenebee, Call Us. We Deliver. south of MC on US 421 at 0377 N. Holmesville Rd. 219.898.3138 6-9 pm. Adm. $5/per person, $15/per family. Refreshments. Info: 874-9455. October 21 -- Farmer’s Market. 8 am-noon. Corner 8th & Washington streets, Michigan City. October 21 -- Farmer’s Market at the Old Schoolhouse Shop, 278 E 1500 N (north of US 20), Send a Copy of Chesterton, IN. 10 am-2 pm. October 21 -- Las Guitarras de Espana in concert THE at The Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks, MI. Spanish flamenco music and dance. 8 pm MI time. Tix $25; at the door or 269/756-3879. October 21-22 -- Harvest of Quilts show presented by Dunes Country Quilters at the MC Senior Center, Washington Park. Donation $5. Sat 9 am-5 to a Friend or Relative pm; Sun 10 am-4 pm. Story this issue. October 21-22, 28-29 -- Hesston Steam Museum BEACHER SUBSCRIPTION RATES Ghost Train, 1362 E 1000 N, LaPorte. Take an exciting ride through the haunted woods aboard the Flying Six Months ...... $16.00 Dutchman Railroad.Free adm. & parking. Train rides: $5/adults, $3/child. Info: 219/778-2260. One Year...... $28.00 October 22 -- Films on DVD: “World’s Fastest Indian.” Starring Anthony Hopkins. 2 pm at MC THE Public Library. Free & open to the public. October 22 -- Sinai Sunday Evening Forum presents Professor Henry Pollack to speak on Global 911 Franklin Street Warming. 7:30 pm at Elston Middle School, 317 Detroit St., MC. Subscription tix only; single tix at door Michigan City, IN 46360 if available. Free student tix at the door. wwwsi- Phone: 219/879-0088 naiforum.org October 25 -- MC Concert Association presents: jazz Fax: 219/879-8070 vocalist Connie Evingson backed up by Clearwater Hot E-mail: [email protected] Club. 7:30 pm at Elston Auditorium, 317 Detroit St., Michigan City. Season tix $40/adults, $15/student, THE October 19, 2006 Page 51

$100/family. Individual tix $20 at the door. 879-7934. October 25 -- Campfire Chillers at Deep River

County Park (SW of Hobart, IN). Bring chair or blan- Expert GardeningAdvice BEACHSIDE GARDENS ket & marshmallows for roasting. Storyteller Karen & GIFT CENTER Slager will lead the program. Free. Info: 219/947-1958. William E. Bolton Consultant • Designer FOR ALL YOUR GARDENING NEEDS Every Monday -- New Buffalo Chess Club. 6 pm B.S. Ornamental Horticulture (MI time) at the New Buffalo Public Library, 33 N. AUTUMN MUMS Thompson, New Buffalo. Open to all ages and skill levels. John Calo, 269/469-6507 or email [email protected] Contract Fall Pansies Autumn Asters Places to Visit: Horticultural Sedum “Ornamental Barker Mansion, 631 Washington St., Michigan Consultation Autumn Joy Grasses” Design/Construction City. Adm. $4/adults, $2/kids 18 & under, free/kids under Daylilies Phlox (all garden) 3. Guided tours Mon.-Fri., 10 am, 11:30 am & 1 pm; Lawn & Landscape Maintenance Ornamental Kale Hosta Sat/Sun noon & 2 pm. 219-873-1520. Echinacia (over 50 varieties) Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery, (many new varieties) Buddleia 525 Broadway, Beverly Shores, IN. Open Fri.-Sun. 11:30 Specializing in the NATURAL DUNES LANDSCAPE Geranium ‘Ballerina’ ‘Tricolor’ & ‘Attraction’ am-3:30 pm thru Nov. Adm. free; donations welcome. Retaining Walls Perovskia Burning Bush Great Lakes Museum of Military History, 360 Brick walkways and patios (Russian Sage) Coreopisis Moonbeam Dunes Plaza, Michigan City. Open 9 am-4 pm, Tues- Flagstone, Boulders Hydrangea Fri; 10 am-4 pm Sat; closed Sun & Mon. Adm. Top Soil ‘Endless Summer’ Penstemen $3/adults, $2/vets & senior citizens, $1/ages 8-18, Cedar, Cypress & Hard Wood Bark and free to under 8 and active military personnel. Info Mulches Espoma ‘Organic’ Products Mushroom Compost 872-2702 or www.militaryhistorymuseum.org for a safer home & garden Espoma Natural Fertilizers International Friendship Gardens, E. US Hwy 12, Shrubs, Trees, Evergreens Michigan City, IN. Open weekends 10 am-4 pm. Perennials galore 3725 E. U.S. Highway 12, Michigan City, IN 1/4 mile west of Hwy. 212 219/878-9885 or www.friendshipgardens.org Italian Pottery Weekdays 9:00-5:30 • Sat. 9-5 • Sun.10-4 LaPorte County Historical Museum. 2405 Indiana Organic Pest and Weed Products 879-8878 Ave., LaPorte. Adm. $3/LaP. Co. resident; $5/out-of- Gardening Furniture & Gifts visit us at: www.beachsidegardens.com 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. 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. Info: 269/469-5409. Old Lighthouse Museum, Washington Park, Michigan City. Tues-Sun 1-4 pm. Adm. $2/adult, $1/grades 9- 12, 50¢/grades 1-8. Groups of 10 or more must make reservation. 872-6133. Closing for season Nov. 1. Rag Tops Museum of Michigan City, 209 W. Michigan Blvd., Michigan City. A collection of classic, antique & unusual vehicles & memorabilia. Open 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., Mchigan City. Open Sat. 11 am-4 pm & Sun., noon- 4 pm. 219-879-4980. http://southernshoreart.org. Washington Park Zoo, Michigan City. Open 10 am- 5 pm. (Gates close 4 pm). Adm. $4.50/adults; $3/sen.cit. (62+); kids 3-11/$2.50; under 2 yrs./free. Special MC resident rate for Oct: $2/adults, $1/kids 3-11. 219-873- 1510. Farther Afield: October 20-22, 27-29 -- “The Odd Couple” (Female Version). Twin City Players at Twin City Playhouse, 600 W Glenlord Rd., St. Joseph, MI. Tix $12/adults, $11/students & sen. cit., $5/kids under 12; reserve at 269/429-0400. Curtain 8 pm Fri/Sat & 4 pm Sun. THE Page 52 October 19, 2006 Travels with Charley: On “See” Duty in Niles, Michigan by Charles McKelvy

Make plans, but don’t plan the outcome. Life doesn’t get better than that on a rained-out work Sound familiar? day, and I must say at least one word of praise on behalf It did to me recently when I reported for my new of the film we saw: THE GUARDIAN. If you don’t get job in construction only to be greeted by a downpour a chance to catch it at the cineplex closest to you, do and a key co-worker’s illness. rent it when it comes out on DVD, because it is a dandy The boss, who is a great believer in that opening of a movie. And, ironically, the perfect one to watch maxim, said I should make new plans for the day. Go on a rainy afternoon, because it’s all about that epic home, enjoy, and, basically, see ya tomorrow, Charley. struggle of men against the sea. Okay. I won’t tell you who wins in the end, but I will tell So I went home with my lunch pail (bag, actually), you that Natalie and I left the Wonderland that and surprised Natalie with my presence and the pos- soggy afternoon grateful for the U.S. Coast Guard and sibility of doing basically anything we wanted for a all they do to keep us from hitting the bottom of the day so long as it fell within her strict budgetary deep, blue sea. guidelines. And, so, having seen a great film set mainly in the So I immediately piped up and said: “Let’s go to Niles Bering Sea, we walked forth in the diminishing rain (Michigan) and see a show at the Wonderland and then to see what we could see of Niles, Michigan. walk around. What do you say?” You would have thought I had just offered the little wife the Hope Diamond and a round-the-world cruise on the QE2. She was that excited, and then some. So before a tree could fall on our house and radi- cally alter our plans for the day, I phoned the wonderful Wonderland Cinema in Niles and got the recorded listings for that day’s shows. “Hey,” I reported to Natalie, “they have that movie with Kevin Costner about the Coast Guard you’ve been wanting to see, and it starts at 12:50.” “We’re there,” Natalie said. Then she added: “Just as soon as we have lunch, because this Coast Guard doesn’t cruise on its stom- ach.” All right, that’s not an exact quote, but Natalie’s not This viaduct on Second Street is good enough looking to be in the movies. about to sue me for misrepresentation in The Beacher. Logic told us to begin with the St. Joseph River itself, At least I hope not. so we walked over to Riverfront Park and traced it north a ways. When we ran out of park, we walked over to Second Street so we could inspect the stone viaduct that allows traffic to cross under the Amtrak railroad tracks. Unfortunately, the only marker we could find was one that showed a clearance of 11'13'', so I am unable to report on the structure’s history. But judging from its stately appearance, it certainly must have a colorful one. Our feet then led us to the nearby train station which was built in 1892 as the Michigan Central Railroad Depot. Now known as the Niles Amtrak Depot, it will be the scene of a Holiday Open House on December A sign of welcome along the St. Joseph River. 2 with the lighting of the depot at 6 p.m. (EST). And Anyway, we made our way east to Niles on the back- just as we were planning to be on hand for that illu- roads by way of Buchanan, parked for free in the city’s minating event, Amtrak’s westbound Wolverine eponymous Riverfront Park, and walked a short arrived at the depot to take on passengers. Oh, how ways to Wonderland on Front Street where they we wanted to join them for the ride to Chicago, but were ready to treat us to a thrilling matinee about the we had already been to the Bering Sea, so we just stood Coast Guard’s rescue swimmers for all of $5 for the by and saw them off. two of us. Then we headed into a nearby residential neigh- THE October 19, 2006 Page 53

Despite our many previous trips to Niles, we learned something new — that being that Niles has a library donated to the people by Andrew Carnegie. It now houses the Four Flags Chamber of Commerce, and you will find it at Fourth and Main. You will also find plenty of free information there about what to do in Niles throughout the year.

Learn a little history as you walk the streets of Niles. The area was under Andrew English control from 1761-1781. Other street signs will tell you when the Carnegie gave French, Spanish, and Americans were in possession. this library to the people of borhood along Fourth Street and entertained a fan- Niles. It now tasy about buying one of those vintage homes and com- houses Four Flags Chamber muting to Chicago every day on Amtrak, and coming of Commerce. home exhausted every night and doing a little more rehab on the house, and . . . That fantasy was toast by the time we got to the main drag, which in Niles is appropriately called — Main Street.

Did you know, for example, that Niles will host its 3rd Annual Hunter Ice Festival January 12-14? No? Now you do, and now you already have a plan to overcome your post-holiday blues by taking your own Niles cruise. Call the Four Flags Area Council on Tourism at 269/684-7444 for all the exciting details, and be sure and visit them on-line at: www.four- flagsarea.org. Oh, and unless you’re a Coast Guard rescue swim- mer, you’ll want directions to Niles from Michigan City. Simply take U.S. 12 east just past U.S. 31 and then take Business 12 into downtown Niles where you As beautiful a bridge as you will find anywhere — the Main Street cross- will find all the fun you need for a rained-out work ing in Niles. day.

Niles always has time for veterans.

We found this fascinating little architectural feature at 322 E. Main Street. THE Page 54 October 19, 2006

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On October 19, 1744, the Earl of Sandwich, creator of the sandwich, said, “Sandwiches should be eaten with a civilized swallow, not with a barbarous bolt.” On October 19, 1781, the Revolutionary War ended when British troops, under the command of Lord Cornwallis, surrendered at Yorktown, Virginia. On October 19, 1879, Thomas Edison conducted the first successful demonstration of his electric light. On October 19, 1944, Marlon Brando made his stage debut in Broadway’s “I Remember Mama.”

ONE HOUR FROM CHICAGO, On October 19, 1951, President Harry Truman 3 BLOCKS TO LAKE MICHIGAN BEACH. signed an act which formally ended the state of war Please join us for a with Germany. On October 20, 1803, the United States Senate Grand Open House ratified the purchase of the Louisiana Territory from Sunday, Oct. 22 • 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. France. Please call Tom at Mulcahy Builders, Cell # 219-241-1020 On October 20, 1873, P.T. Barnum opened the New for more information or for an appointment to see this York Hippodrome as the home for his “Greatest Show beautiful, newly constructed home. on Earth.” On October 20, 1944, during World War II, General Douglas MacArthur stepped ashore in the Philippines, 1 2 ⁄2 years after his famous statement, “I shall return.” ESTATE SALE On October 20, 1954, “Peter Pan,” starring Mary Martin as Peter Pan, opened on Broadway. Sunday, October 22 & Monday, October 23 15110 Lakeside Road On October 21, 1797, the frigate U.S. Constitution, Lakeside, MI better known as “Old Ironsides,” was launched at a Numbers at 9 a.m. • Sale Hours: 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Boston shipyard. Selling the personal collections of Trisha & Ron Miller On October 21, 1833, Alfred Nobel, Swedish phil- Original art, vintage toys, Orientalia, books, china sets, anthropist and chemist, inventor of dynamite, and crystal, tools, Oriental rug, costume jewelry, and women’s founder of the Nobel Prizes, was born in Stockholm. small size clothing including full length mink coat and On October 21, 1879, after 14 months of experimenting, two fur jackets. Antique stained glass windows and Thomas Edison produced a workable electric light. horse weathervane, elk head, and original Bruce Wood painting. Lots of fun, interesting things. On October 21, 1906, Chicago’s last cable car made its final run on Cottage Grove Avenue. Please note: All the furniture in the house has been sold. Automobiles: On October 21, 1976, Chicago author Saul Bellow 1999 Mercedes Benz 430 E-58 was awarded the Nobel Prize for literature. 58,379 miles, very good condition. On October 22, 1746, New Jersey’s Princeton 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee University received its charter. 132,163 miles, needs work. On October 22, 1811, Hungarian composer Franz Liszt, See photos of the sale at www.dunesantiques.com the most celebrated pianist of the 1800’s, was born at Sale conducted by Dunes Antique Center Raiding. DIRECTIONS: Watch for signs to the sale along the Red Arrow Hwy. Parking is very limited, please do not park On October 22, 1836, General Sam Houston was inau- in driveway and be respectful of neighbors. Only 25 peo- gurated as the first President of the new Republic of ple allowed in the house at a time. Texas. Please call 269-426-4043 for a number. On October 22, 1883, the Metropolitan Opera House opened in New York City. THE October 19, 2006 Page 55

On October 22, 1968, after 11 days in space, Apollo 7 astronauts Walter Schirra, Don Eisle, and Ronnie Cunningham, splashed down in the Atlantic Ocean. On October 22, 1979, the deposed Shah of Iran flew to New York for medical treatment. His presence in the United States was used as an excuse for the Iranian seizure of the American Embassy in Tehran. On October 23, 1910, in Fort Wayne, Indiana, Blanche Scott became the first woman to make a solo flight in an airplane. She reached a height of 12 feet, a noteworthy achievement in 1910. On October 23, 1929, stock prices fell sharply on Wall Street, a prelude to the “Great Crash” that was to follow six days later. On October 23, 1946, the United Nations convened in New York for the first time. On October 23, 1954, Britain, France, the United States, and Russia, agreed to end their occupation of Germany. On October 23, 1977, Panamanians voted approval of the Panama Canal Treaty with the United States. On October 24, 1861, a message from California Chief Justice Stephen Field to President Abraham Lincoln was the first telegram to be transmitted across the United States. On October 24, 1901, in an effort to raise money to pay off a debt, Mrs. Anna E. Taylor agreed to go over Niagara Falls in a barrel, becoming the first person SURE, SOME A/Cs MAY GIVE to survive the plunge. YOU MORE BANG FOR YOUR BUCK. On October 24, 1931, the George Washington Bridge, connecting New York and New Jersey, was officially ALONG WITH A FEW CLINKS, opened to traffic. CLANKS AND CLUNKS. On October 24, 1939, in Wilmington, Delaware, Lennox Elite™ Series air conditioners include a 10-year the first nylon stockings went on sale. compressor limited warranty. They’re energy-efficient as On October 24, 1940, under the “Fair Labor Standards well, so you save money over the long run. To find out Act” of 1938, the 40-hour work week officially took effect. more, give your independent Lennox dealer a call today. And On October 25, 1825, the Erie Canal, linking the Great over the next few years the loudest sound you’ll be hearing Lakes with the Atlantic Ocean, was officially opened. is “ka-ching.” On October 25, 1854, during the Crimean War, two-thirds of approximately 670 men of the English light calvary brigade were killed when they charged a heavily fortified Russian position. This ill-designed ONE LESS THING TO WORRY ABOUT.® attack was the inspiration for Alfred Lord Tennyson’s poem The Charge of the Light Brigade. T.R. BULGER, INC. On October 25, 1881, American polar explorer 3123 E. Michigan Blvd. Admiral Richard E. Byrd was born in Winchester, • Residential • Commercial • Industrial 10 and 12 SEER Models Virginia. FREE INSTALLATION ESTIMATES - 24 HOUR SERVICE On October 25, 1955, the Tappan Stove Company [ www.trbulger.com y introduced the first electronic range designed for 616-469-5454 QUALITY and SERVICE 219-879-8525 home use. It was priced at $1,200, and could cook bacon in 90 seconds. THE Page 56 October 19, 2006

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HIRE Sue’s HUSBAND FALL CLEAN-UP and SNOW REMOVAL Is your list of household repair & maintenance projects growing? Call 219-877-4979 or 219-561-4077. Small jobs welcome. - Quality Work. — Call Ed Berent CAPPY’S LAWN CARE –- FALL CLEAN -UPS @ 219/879-8200. COMPLETE LAWN SERVICE • FREE ESTIMATES • INSURED • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • CALL 219-874-3580 THE October 19, 2006 Page 57 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES SHERIDAN BEACH EXECUTIVE RENTAL. Beautifully furnished and fully equipped large, modern, luxury 3BR, 1-1/2BA across from beach. ATTENTION DRIVERS willing to train to obtain CDL! NO EXPERI- $1,000/mo. Short or long term. Call 219-872-4446. ENCE NECESSARY! TMC Transportation needs drivers. Guaranteed weekly earnings. Premium equipment and benefits. Excellent earn- HOUSE FOR RENT ON LAKE SHORE DRIVE ing potential and still be OFF WEEKENDS! It’s not a job, it’s a 3/BR, 2BA. A/C. Fpl., W/D. Summer rentals avail. future! FOR CDL Training through Commercial Driver Institute in Also avail Sept thru May. $750/mo + util. Call 708/424-8756. South Bend, IN. Call today. - 1-800-882-7364 AC0064 DUNELAND BEACH FULLY FURNISHED. 3BR. A/C House IMAGINATION STATION Early Childhood Learning Center is seeking Avail 9/5/06 to 6/1/07. $700/mo. plus util. 219-872-5979. Leave Msg. teachers’ aides. Must be 21 years old and a high school graduate. Please BEACH RENTAL BY WEEK OR MONTH apply at 1200 E. Coolspring Ave., Michigan City. overlooking Lake Michigan. Realtor owned. Call 219-874-5209. WANT TO SELL BEACH RENTAL, YEAR ROUND. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths. 2 blks. to beach. $1750 per month. Realtor owned. Call 219-874-5209. WE CATER TO BUDDING OFFICES & ARTISTS AT FIRME’S (2 Stores) 11th & Franklin Streets, Michigan City - 219/874-3455 SHERIDAN BEACH-YEAR ROUND-FULLY FURNISHED. Hwy 12, Beverly Shores - Just West of Traffic Light - 219/874-4003 Completely remodeled 1BR, 1BA apartment just steps away from the beach. New small kitchen appliances, furniture, TV/DVD, A/C units. RAINBOW TRADES – 809 FRANKLIN SQUARE – 219/874-7099 Spacious private balcony with a glimpse of lake, barbecue area. ANTIQUES GALORE! Jewelry, China, Clocks, Toys, Dolls, Paintings, $550/month + NIPSCO. Call 708-372-6898. African Masks, Indian Items, Vintage Clothes, Tools, Gifts, Unique Items. BALLOONS ALL WAYS – Birthday Parties, Big events. We Deliver! LONG BEACH EXECUTIVE HOUSE RENTAL-LONG TERM 10/1/06- COSTUME WORLD – Rentals/Sales, Makeup. Over 1,000 Costumes. 5/31/07. Stop 29. Overlooking lake. Fantastic decks/views. 3BR, 2BA, Seek the Unique – www.costumeworld.net Open Mon. & Fri. A/C, W/D, cable TV. NO PETS/NO SMOKING. ORIENTAL RUG. 18 ft. x 11 -1/2 ft. $1095/month plus utilities. Call 630-337-6220. 75 years old. $750. Call 219-363-6818. WINTER RENTAL LONG BEACH. Lake Shore Dr. hillside. BEAUTYREST CLEARANCE SALE — Oct-June 2007. Great Lake views, big deck, 4BR, 2BA. All amenities. Queen Plush Set $299 – King Pillowtop Set $399 – Futons $249 $750/mo. + util. and sec. dep. Call 708-349-0442 or 219-879-1475. Simmons Mattress Outlet, 264 Dunes Plaza, Hwy 20. 219/872-4100 SHERIDAN BEACH – Brand new private 3BR, 2BA SPLIT CHERRY WOOD FOR SALE with spectacular lake view. Huge wrap around deck & patio. CALL 219-879-0858. W/D. Fireplace. Central AC/Heat. $1500/Mo. Util. incl. 219-872-4446. VERY NICE BALWIN PIANO AND BENCH. 2BR, FURNISHED beach cottage, off street parking MUST SEE. CALL 219-879-7809. $950/mo. + utilities. Short or long term lease. Merrion & Assoc. 219-872-4000. NEW NOTRE DAME Fighting Irish Wall Hanging Rug. 32” x 36.” Valued at $500, make reasonable offer. Call 219-879-8832. LOVELY CONTEMPORARY OGDEN DUNES HOUSE. Steps from the beach. Beautifully furn. Loaded with amenities. $1700/mo. 773-490-4510. THE FALL GIRLFRIEND SALE, your ultimate woman’s resale clothing event, will take place this weekend. We have over 70 participants FOR SALE OR LEASE – Long Beach Pointe 2BR. who have cleaned their closets and collectively submitted over 2000+ New carpet & paint, close to pool. Call 219-872-5082. items of clothing in all sizes, jewelry, and accessories to be sold at $5, 2BR APARTMENT AND SMALL OFFICE available for rent. $10, $15 and up. There are lots of designer pieces, coach hand bags, 1450 sq. ft. $600/mo. + utilities. Call 708-431-0631. manufacture samples, beautiful dressy items and tons of gently used CHARMING QUIET WOODED COUNTRY HOME. Springfield Twp. casual clothing. The sale is open to the public Sat., Oct. 21st from 10 am- nd 5 mi. from beach. 3BR, 2.5BA. 2 car garage. A/C, W/D and all appliances. 3 pm, with the famous 1/2 price sale on Oct. 22 from 12-4 pm. Large kitchen, large yard, decks. No pets, no smoking. We accept Visa and MasterCard, but prefer cash. Bring a friend and $1000/mo with $1000 sec. dep. + util. Call 219-898-5215. come shop for incredible values plus a whole lot of fun! To find the Long Beach Community Center, take Lake Shore Drive in FOR RENT- 3BR, 2BA unfurn. Home in Michiana Shores. Michigan City and turn at Stop 24 onto St. Lawrence Ave. At stop 6 month or yearly lease. No pets. $1,000/mo. + utilities. sign, turn left onto Oriole Trail. Center is on right. 219-879-3845. Call Dori before 2 p.m. 708-747-6014 or Mary 312-715-5139. BABY FURNITURE – Full crib and dresser w/built in changing table. RENTALS MICHIGAN Light oak wood w/green trim and dresser top. Great condition. 2BR COTTAGE RENTAL. Newly redecorated. Walk to beach. $150.00. Call 219-879-3262. $750/week. Inquire at On the Lounge Slipcover Studio REAL ESTATE for viewing or call 269-469-4354. BEAUTIFUL 3BR, 2BA year round house in New Buffalo COMMERCIAL - RENTALS/LEASE/SELL near Grand Beach. Wooded and Private, Large Kitchen, GARAGE AND BASEMENT OVERSTUFFED? Living Room with Fireplace and Deck. Brand new Carpet and Paint. Store your stuff with us and get a 6 month lease for a 5 month price. $1100/month plus utilities and security deposit. Call 312-953-7306. GOLDEN SANDES STORE AND LOCK. HARBERT: Avail Oct. 20. House on 3 acres 1.2 mi. from the beach, sur- 4407 E. U.S. 12 (@ Hwy. 212) rounded by woods. 3BR, 1BA, woodstove, W/D. Stocked pond in back, Michigan City, IN. workshop and garage in outbuilding. Well-mannered pets considered with 219/879-5616. additional deposit. Oct.-May $1200/mo.; June-Sept $1500/week, or FOR LEASE WITH IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY $1500/mo. year-round. Tenant pays util. & sec. dep. (269) 470-6726. Approximately 1,500 square feet of executive office space located at 1411 S. Woodland Ave., Michigan City, IN. Contemporary style, ample FLORIDA RENTALS drive up parking and energy efficient. Call 219/872-0318. PLAY GOLF AT TOM FAZIO DESIGNED 45-HOLE TOP 100 GOLF OFFICE SUITE. 3 private offices and reception area. Expenses, except FACILITY near Tampa. 3BR, 2.5BA, cable TV, DVD, A/C, kitchen, phone, paid. Well maintained, high traffic area. 2811 E. Michigan Blvd., dining & living room. Views of 2nd & 8th fairways of “The Quarry” Michigan City. (219) 879-9188, 879-2700. from the screened lanai. Full use of clubhouse, pool, workout room, tennis & golf facilities. Dec-May $5,750/mo. + sec. dep. RENTALS INDIANA Call Bob at (219)874-4245 or email [email protected] HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. REAL ESTATE FOR SALE LONG BEACH COZY 4/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) HOMESITE. 80 FT. X 200 FT. Easy build lot. First street off LSD. Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/370-1745. Very close to Stop 31 beach. City sewer and water. Call 219-878-1724. # # # # # # # # # # # # # # SHERIDAN BEACH. Immaculately rehabbed 3 unit with spectacular lake DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB view across from beach. 4200 sq.ft. with 6 off street and 6 guest parking LAKEFRONT CONDOS — 2 and 3 bedrooms. spaces. All utility services separate. $950,000. Call 219-872-4446. Avail. Sept.-June — $1,400 to $2,000 per month. NEW BUFFALO COTTAGE FOR SALE BY OWNER. 1+ acres. DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. Completely remodeled. Move in today. $150,000. 219-873-3705. THE Page 58 October 19, 2006

Off the Book Shelf by Sally Carpenter Too many books and too little time! I am hip-deep you begging for more at the end of each chapter. And in books I want to tell you about, but this week I also did I mention the conspiracy to discredit Freud before want to include the little ones with several Halloween he could give his lectures? It’s just one thing on top treats. Here goes… of another, but with a common thread running through The Interpretation it all—and it’s up to Littlemore and Younger to trace of Murder by Jed that thread to its Rubenfeld source. What do you get Like the book? when you combine 1909 I loved it! New York City with a Mouses First Holmesian-style mur- Halloween by der mystery and the Lauren Thomp- arrival of Dr. Sigmund son, illustrated Freud for his first (and by Buket Erdogan only) American visit? This little scene You get one heck of a stealer is recom- story whose uniqueness mended for the 4- and foggy atmosphere is 8 year old crowd. perfect for these cool Baby mouse is October evenings. having his very Freud did indeed first Halloween come to America to give and he is kind of scared, but as the night goes on, he a lecture in 1909, and many characters in this story finds out that “It’s fun to be scared!” A great way to are based on fact, however, the story itself is pure fic- emphasize the fun side of Halloween instead of the tion, but fiction of the highest order… dark one. And your little ones will love the illustra- A young woman is found strangled to death in a posh tions. hotel, but by the next day her body is miss- Frankenstein ing. Coroner Hugel is put in charge of the Makes a Sand- investigation and he calls on Detective wich words and Jimmy Littlemore to help him “because he pictures by Adam can’t be bought—at least not yet.” Meanwhile, Rex Dr. Younger is meeting the ship that will bring This book is rec- Dr. Freud and two other eminent doctors to ommended for the New York City for a week before going on to 2nd-5th graders. Clark University in Worchester, Massachusetts What a hoot! to give a series of lectures. Dr. Younger is a Poems paired with Harvard graduate and ardent admirer of fun illustrations Freud who has decided to follow the tenants that cover every of psychoanalysis. monster from Soon another girl is attacked in her home, Frankenstein to the same way as the murdered girl, but still Dracula to zom- alive and now speechless and suffering from bies and the amnesia. Dr. Younger is called on to try out Phantom of the the new psychoanalysis techniques on her. Opera. How about The case soon involves the most prominent fami- the Invisible Man getting a haircut?! Or can you imag- lies in New York City, a famous brothel, the Tammany ine the Creature from the Black Lagoon not waiting political connection, and even the building of the an hour after dinner to go swimming? And then my Manhattan Bridge. While Littlemore is pursuing personal favorite, “Godzilla Pooped on My Honda.” It’s clues, Dr. Younger is conducting his own investigation hard to find something new in Halloween stories for of recent events, and it takes a while before the two this age group, but I think author Rex has done it! join forces and put the pieces of the puzzle together Till next time, happy reading! in a race to save an innocent girl from the least likely suspect. Atmosphere in spades coupled with an intelligent story that keeps the answers dangling in front of Support those who advertise in the Beacher! you like the proverbial carrot before the horse will have Tell them you saw their Ad! THE October 19, 2006 Page 59

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