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Volume 25, Number 36 Thursday, September 17, 2009 Lions and Tigers and Apples – Oh My! Fall means festival time in the Midwest by Rick A. Richards Children may be back in school and thoughts may be turning to the fall chores, but that doesn’t mean outdoor fun is over. The change of season means it’s fall festival time, and for area residents, there are lots of them from which to choose. Some are major events are put on by corporate and business sponsors and others are small, family af- fairs. But they all have one thing common – good family fun. One of those is the 16th annual Barn Fest, a This year, the festival will have nearly 50 arts, family event held at 1026 N. Forrester Road south crafts and antique dealers. There also will be food. of Michigan City. “The upper fl oor of the barn will be fi lled with Helen Pliskey and her daughter, Lisa Steinhiser, vendors,” said Pliskey. “We never expected it to be organized the fi rst Barn Fest as a way of celebrating like this.” the family’s purchase of a big, red barn. That fi rst Barn Fest will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Satur- event had 10 vendors and Pliskey said the family day, Sept. 19. Admission and parking is free. thought that was a pretty big deal. “We’ve had people attend who plan their vacation The family had so much fun, they decided to host around this,” said Pliskey, who added that it takes it each year. Each year, Lisa’s husband, Brian, fi xes between 20 and 30 family members and friends to up the barn a bit to make the event easier to host. put on the festival. Over the years, he put on a new roof, new fl ooring, “Sometimes, by the time it’s over, we’ve run out of railings, a staircase, new windows, upgraded elec- friends,” said Pliskey. tricity to the barn and improved the kitchen. The All of the festivals involve a lot of detailed plan- next project is to add a loft to the upper fl oor. ning, much of it done months in advance. But the “I always say the ladies enter the barn are look- one thing planning can’t control is the weather. ing for bargains,” said Helen. “The men usually But even with rain at some of last year’s events, look fi rst at the structure and massive height of the people turned out, and planners say they don’t wor- barn. Without Brian, we certainly wouldn’t be able ry about the weather because they can’t control it. to hold Barnfest.” Fall Festivals Continued on Page 2

Barn Fest by the Pliskey Saturday family with September 19 daughter Lisa 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Steinhiser and friends. THE Page 2 September 17, 2009

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Fall Festivals Continued from Page 1 “There is nothing new this year, but we are going Janet Ambrose, chief of interpretation at Indiana through a comprehensive interpretative plan to see Dunes National Lakeshore, says she hopes for good what might happen in the future,” she said. weather for this year’s 33rd annual Duneland Even though farm animals are no longer a daily Harvest Festival, but regardless the show will go part of the experience at Chellberg Farm, Ambrose on. said there will be farm animals at the festival. “If the weather cooperates, I think there will be “They are on loan to us for the festival,” she said, a large crowd,” said Ambrose, who is expecting up- noting there will be sheep shearing and sheep herd- wards of 8,000 people. ing events, and that horses will be used to demon- strate some of the traditional farm chores. Duneland Harvest Festival will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 19 and Sept. 20 at Chellberg Farm on Mineral Springs Road near Porter, Ind.

At the same time, the 28th annual Wizard of Oz Festival returns to Chesterton after an absence of two years. Machelle Blount, a member of The Duneland Business Initiative Group, said the coalition of Chesterton business owners is organizing the festival. “When I fi rst got involved, people kept asking ‘What happened to our festival?’” Blount said that in March when the group learned that the Oz Festival wouldn’t take place in Valparaiso this year, they decided to bring it back to Chesterton. “We knew we wouldn’t have a lot of vendors because they plan a year in advance, but we think we have a pretty good line up,” she said. Or- ganizers have worked to create more attractions for children in an area that will be called the Munchkins Kids Zone. The Wizard of Oz Festival will be Friday through Sunday, Sept. 18 to 20. THE September 17, 2009 Page 3

For the La Porte County Parks Department, the festival will have candle dipping and other demon- big fall event is Pioneer Days at Creek Ridge strations and its popular ham and bean dinner. County Park on County Road 400 North. Chief “There will be a lot of good hands-on activities,” Naturalist Niki Schmutte said this year’s 18th an- said Schmutte. nual festival celebrates the county’s pioneer heri- The festival runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sat- tage. Last year, 2,400 people attended. urday and Sunday, Sept. 26 and 27. Admission is $2 “We’re going to have Dutch oven baking demon- for adults and $1 for children. strations this year,” said Schmutte. In addition, the For families looking for a chance to experience Anyone excited about Halloween can visit the life at an orchard, Apple Fest at Garwood Or- Niles Haunted House in Michigan, just across chards is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, the county line. It’s a festival extending over sev- Sept. 19 and 20. en weekends. There are six haunted sites to visit, “We have events each weekend through the end along with a Halloween-themed magic show, said of October, but Apple Fest is our big one,” said Carey Scream Park Manager Pete Karlowicz. Garwood, adding that this is the 26thyear for Apple “Anything people don’t like, we will have it,” he Fest. said, adding that the multi-weekend event includes Garwood said events are planned at several loca- a midway and Halloween-themed concessions. “It’s tions throughout the orchard. “It’s impossible to get a frightful night full,” said Karlowicz. Proceeds are an accurate count of attendance, but last year, both divided among some 80 non-profi t groups and orga- of our parking lots were full and people were park- nizations around Niles. ing along the road.” Last year, 40,000 people attended. “Even if it For a more urban experience, families can visit rains, we expect big crowds,” said Karlowicz, who the 11th annual LaPorte Sunfl ower Fair on Sat- pointed out the entire festival area is carpeted. “You urday, Sept. 19. Organizer Phyllis Jones said one might get wet, but you won’t get muddy,” he said. of the unique attractions is the cooking contest in The Niles Haunted House begins Sept. 18 and which all of the dishes must include sunfl owers as 19 from 8 to 11 p.m. and continues for the next six an ingredient. weekends. The Niles Haunted House Scream Park “We’ve added an antique auto show and an art is on Mayfl ower Road, south of Niles-Buchanan gallery show,” said Jones. “The festival has grown Road just off Exit 5 of the U.S. 31 Bypass. For infor- each year. The object is for non-profi ts and other or- mation visit www.haunted.org. ganizations to make some money.” Two events coming up in October right here in In October, the 19th annual Westville Pump- Michigan City will take in everyone from the young- kin Festival will be at Prairie Meadow Park. Arts est to the oldest: On Sat. & Sun., Oct 10 & 11, the and crafts coordinator Deb Daugherty said it takes Michigan City Senior Center in Washington Park nearly a year of planning by volunteers to organize will host an authentic Oktoberfest, complete with the festival. German food and lots of entertainment. Sat. 11 “It is a community wide effort,” she said. “It’s an a.m.-11 p.m. and Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. 873-1504. opportunity to spend an enjoyable day outside.” The Oct. 24 will be Boo at the Zoo in Washington festival runs from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 2; from 8 Park, 5-8 p.m. Bring your child in costume to trick- a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3; and from 7 a.m. to 4 or-treat and visit the animals one last time before p.m. Sunday, Oct. 4. A parade is at 10 a.m. Saturday the zoo closes for the year. Adm. fee. 873-1510. along Main Street, then south on U.S. 421 to Prairie All photos supplied by the various fests. Meadow Park. Fall Festivals Continued on Page 4 THE Page 4 September 17, 2009

Fall Festivals Continued from Page 3 For information, visit www.jgsc.k12.in.us Lineup of Area Festivals •Michiana Mennonite Relief Sale, Goshen, •Nappanee Apple Festival, Sept. 17-20. Nap- IN. Sept. 25-26, Elkhart County Fairgrounds. Fri- panee, IN. Thursday, 5-10 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to day, 5-9 p.m.; Saturday, 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. Free adm. midnight; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 10 p.m.; Sunday 9 •Scarecrow Festival, Sept. 25-27, Wanatah, a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. IN. Friday, 5-9 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m. to midnight; •20th Annual Celebration of the Arts, Sept. Sunday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free adm. 19-20. On the grounds of the Schoolhouse Shop, •Fallfest, Sept. 26-27, Angola, IN. Downtown public square. Saturday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Sunday 11 Furnessville, IN. Sat/10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun/11 a.m.-5 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free. p.m. Free adm. & free parking. Related article on •Vale Fine Arts Festival, Oct. 3-4, Valparaiso. page 22. For more information, e-mail eventinfo@valpocfe. •Middlebury Fall Festival, Sept. 18-19. Mid- com dlebury, IN. For more information, e-mail savon •Apple Festival of Kendallville, Oct. 3-4. For [email protected] more information, e-mail [email protected] •Bizarre Bazaar, Sept. 18, Hammond, IN. For •Shipshewana Fall Crafters Fair, Oct. 8-10. more information, e-mail elta.coreal.karen@sbc Shipshewana, IN. 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Free. global.net •10th Annual Indian Arts Expo, Oct. 11-12, •LaPorte Sunfl ower Fair, Saturday, Sept. 19, Merrillville, IN. For information, e-mail pamsky 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Downtown LaPorte. Free. [email protected] •Trail of Courage Living History Festival, •Oktoberfest, Oct. 17, Whiting, IN 119th St. Sept. 19-20. Rochester, IN. Saturday, 8 a.m. to 3 •International Festival, Nov. 20-22, Indiana p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. State Fairgrounds, Indianapolis. •Conner Prairie County Fair, Sept. 19-20, •Winter Wonderland, Dec. 4-5, Winamac, IN. Fishers, IN. For more information, visit www.ulaskionline.org •American Countryside Harvest Celebra- •Festival of Lights, Dec. 5-early January, Mich- tion, Elkhart, IN. Sept. 25-26. Free. igan City Washington Park. Free. •Angola Civil War Reenactment, Sept. 25-27. •Kouts Annual Christmas Open House, Dec. Angola, Ind. Free. 5-6. Various homes in the community. Saturday, 9 •Fall-O-Ween Fest, Sept. 25-27, Walkerton, IN. a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free.

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In a sculpture entitled “Free Mone,” two roly-poly fi gures welcome visitors to the Hunter Museum of American Art in Chattanooga, Tennessee. The museum’s main entrance stands at background left while the adjoining galleries in the former Hunter mansion are at right. (Keefe images) The mansion was a deathbed legacy, nearly 60 years ago, of the late philanthropist George T. Hunter. A kind of art “annex” to the mansion came into being in the 1970s. The later modern addition, housing the museum’s main entrance, completed Three devotees of America’s national pastime assume typical baseball the overall structural plan--for now. stances as they serve as invitations to the Public to visit the Hunter Competing for visitor attention, and located only Museum of American Art in Chattanooga. short blocks from the Hunter Museum, the Tennes- Since no smallest hummock can remain anony- see Aquarium dazzles with its double marvels in mous, the uplands include Raccoon Mountain on separate buildings. One structure offers a piscine the west, Hixson Greenway, a small eminence to “River Journey” while the other treats visitors to an the northeast, and Missionary Ridge, a riff of higher “Ocean Journey.” ground southeast of the main population center. If neither journey exhausts the guests’ curiosity, The natural barriers surrounding Chattanooga the Aquarium has a wild card. You can “Journey are parts of what geologists call the Appalachian into Tennessee’s Grand Canyon” aboard the “River Plateau and the Appalachian Ridge and Valley Re- Gorge Explorer.” In a two-hour adventure trip, this gion. There was a time when the hills protected set- high-tech speedcraft will whisk you downstream tlers against enemies. Today the ridges create a few into the Volunteer State’s simulation of Arizona’s elevated metropolitan neighborhoods, some of them Grand Canyon. unabashedly upscale. Need a break? Run a busy eye down a list of the Where the Tourist is King other fi rst-class recreational, restful, diversionary, Two relatively recent eye-openers on Chatta- and plain exciting alternatives to art and fi sh. Some nooga’s substantial roster of must-see sites are the will fi nd exciting the active scene at the Raccoon Hunter Museum of American Art and the Tennes- Mountain Cave and Fun Park. Others, relaxing, see Aquarium. Both back up to the ever-available will fi nd the restful recipe of their dreams in a river Tennessee River. Both advertise their locations by cruise on the hospitality-blessed riverboat Southern throwing jaggedly handsome projections of their top Belle. THE September 17, 2009 Page 15 ocean depths of Planet Earth--places you’ve only imagined.” As for the second site, the same Lookout Mountain that played a starring role in the Civil War now turns out to be the focus of half a dozen phenomena that defy easy classifi cation.

The “River Journey” exhibits that are part of the Tennessee Aquarium in Chattanooga are open and ready for visitors. The list could go on. All of it has pzazz of one kind or another. The history buff in you won’t want to miss the Chickamauga/Chattanooga National Mili- Guests in Chattanooga can travel from one tourist attraction to tary Park. As indicated by its name, the park com- another in a horse-drawn cart if the spirit moves them. The horse-and-wagon in the photo are waiting for riders in memorates the two 1863 battles at Chickamauga the square in front of the Tennessee Aquarium. and Chattanooga, the fi rst fought in Georgia and Welcome fi rst to an experience that has been 200 the second in Tennessee. million years in the making. This story has risen The zoologist in you won’t want to miss the Chat- to the level of legend: “During the excavation of a tanooga Zoo while the Kid in both you and the little 420-foot-deep elevator shaft in the original Lookout ones will want to visit the Creative Discovery Mu- Mountain Cave, a small opening was found at the seum. 260-foot level. A group of workers entered the ap- The Disney strain that you’ve never been able to erture and “spent the next 17 hours crawling in a outlive should guide you to the Chattanooga Holi- narrow tunnel. Hearing the sound of falling water, day Inn and its unmistakable replica of the Chat- they explored further.” tanooga Choo-Choo. A mockup of the fabled engine Ruby Falls, inside the mountain, was born as a sits on the Inn’s roof; the real thing in choo-choo public exhibit. Not by accident, it has won a vote form can be found inside. as one of the top seven capital-W Wonders of the United States. Another attraction has credits that have also earned national recognition. “Millions of visi- tors have traveled on the Incline Railway,” holder of titles as both “a National Historical Site and a National Historic Mechanical Engineering Land- mark,” as a brochure notes. You have to see and ride in it to believe. “Immerse yourself in the wonderful view as the Incline takes you on a relaxing yet breathtaking ride up the side of Lookout Mountain. At the cloud-high top station. . ., the Observation Deck is the highest overlook point on the mountain.” On a clear day you can see over 100 miles to the Great Smoky Mountains. Riding up, you leave from quaint and historically charming St. Elmo Station. This lower facility fea- tures live entertainment, unique shopping, and din- Chattanooga’s fame as the home and symbol of the “Chattanooga Choo-Choo” has inspired a two-dimensional train engine ing. Riding down, your train starts from the upper on the roof of the city’s Holiday Inn. station. Thrills and Chills on Tour Menu Two cars make up the active rolling stock of the Two other venues awaken the thrill of discov- Incline Railway. Starting above and below at ap- ery. Both are learning experiences. The six-story proximately the same time, they pass at the half- screen at the local IMAX, for example, will take way point of the single track. Here, at the “Switch,” you “From the far reaches of the solar system to the Chattanooga Continued on Page 16 THE Page 16 September 17, 2009

Chattanooga Continued from Page 15 the two Incline cars pass alongside each other (in the brief interval where there are double tracks). Passen- gers have one short opportunity to view the other car up close.” The vast amusement park that Lookout Mountain has become offers still other must-see attractions. No. 1 among these others may be Point Park, a bailiwick of the National Park Service because of its historical associations. At the mountain’s very northern-most edge, Point Park ends. An overview of the city of Chat- tanooga lies spread out for detailed examination. As a brochure puts it, here you can “View the location where the famous ‘Battle above the Clouds’ was fought in 1863. You can also “Stand on the bluff where General Ulysses S. Grant stood.” The mountain hasn’t yet run out of specialties. If time speeds you on, stop at Rock City and its gardens and its views of seven U.S. states. Take a gander at the Lookout Mountain Flight Park, the favored scene for hang-gliding buffs. Now you’re on your own.

A panoramic view from The Point on Lookout Mountain shows clearly Elmo and Moira Ferguson, daughter and son-in-law of the photographer, how the Tennessee River winds its way around the western areas of pause for an informal shot before entering Point Park on Lookout Chattanooga. (Keefe images) Mountain, Chattanooga, Tennessee. THE September 17, 2009 Page 17 TWIN SILO’S NURSERY Corner of Chicago Trail & Timothy Road in New Carlisle 574-654-9191 • 574-532-7910 Landscape & Hardscape Installation & Maintenance SPECIAL PURCHASE LIMITED AMOUNTS TREES Emerald Arborvitae 3.5’ . .$19.99 Sugar Maple 10-12’ ...... $59.99 or 6/$100 Spruce&Pine Emerald Arborvitae 4’ . . . .$21.99 7-8’...... $209.99 Endless Knock Out Roses 9-10’...... $259.99 Summer 3 Gallon ...... $12.99 All Flowering Crabs, Weeping Cherries ....$39.99-129.99 19Cm...... $9.99 Magnolias ...... $29.99-54.99 Hydrangea 1 Gal Perennials ...... $5.99 Fruit Trees—Apple, Cherry & Pear ...... $29.99 $19.99 Japanese Maple 3.5-4’ . . .$39.99 Cleveland Pear ...... $49.99 & Up Bloodgood Japanese Large (6-8’) Weeping Pine, Spruce, Maple 3.5-4’ ...... $44.99 Redbud & Crabs ...... $179.00 & Up 3 Gal Shrub Roses ...... $12.99 Forest Pansy Redbuds 2.5” 8-10’ tall ...... $179.00 Birdnest Spruce 1 Gal . . . . .$5.99 Kousa Dogwood 7’ ...... $149.00 Sargenti Juniper ...... 5/ $25.00 Kousa Dogwood 4’ ...... $18.99 Barberry...... $9.99 Weeping Cherry ...... $49.99-99.99 Red or Brown Mulch . . . .$28/Yard Redbud ...... $29.99-49.99 8am-5pm All Annuals, Hanging SHRUBS Mon-Sat Baskets&PlantersFFallall MMumum Dogwood—Red Twig, Coral & Variegated ...... $17.99 9am-4pm SSaleale Mohawk Viburnum ...... $39.99 Sunday 8” pot Princess Diana Serviceberry 4-7’ . .$19.99, $69.99, $139.99 1/2 OFF Rhododendrum—PJM, Roseum Etegans $3.99 - 3/$11.50 & Minnetonka ...... $21.99-34.99 Boxwood—Green Velvet ...... $18.99 BurningBush...... $18.99&Up 5Gallon ...... $23.99 15% OFF Spirea3Gallon ...... $18.99 All non-sale plants with this coupon GoldenVicary ...... $18.99 Diablo Ninebark ...... $24.99 Good June 26 through July 5 AlbertaSpruce2’ ...... $19.99 Sea Green Juniper 18-24” ...... $31.99 1,520 MAPLES AT BLOW-OUT PRICES! 2” caliper - $189 • 3” caliper - $279 3 1/2” caliper - $329 THE Page 18 September 17, 2009 “Southern Hospitality” at Footlight Footlight will present “Southern Hospitality”, the fi nal installment in the Futrelle sisters trilogy be- ginning Fri., Sept. 25th.

Standing (L-R) Greta Friedman, Christine Wiegand, Cortny Kramer, and Mary Kay Steele. Seated – Eric Best The Futrelle Sisters—Frankie, Twink, Honey Raye and Rhonda Lynn—are in trouble again. This time, the problem is bigger than ever: Their beloved hometown, Fayro, Texas, is in danger of disappear- Named for the second year by our ing, and it’s up to the sisters to save it from extinc- Members as one of tion. Ever since the Super SmartMart and the ren- Chicagoland’s dering plant closed, folks have been leaving Fayro Great Neighborhood in droves, but Honey Raye, with a major assist from her former nemesis, Geneva Musgrave, has come Restaurants 2009-10 up with a possible solution. A laugh-out-loud farce and a stand-alone play in its own right, “Southern Hospitality” is the third L T H F O R U M .com play in the trilogy that began with “Dearly Beloved” and continued with “Christmas Belles.” The cel- the Chicago based culinary chat site ebrated cast stars Eric Best (Portage), Greta Fried- man and Mary Kay Steele (both of LaPorte), Cortny “The real genius of this pizza is in the bread… Kramer (New Carlisle), and Christine Wiegand The slight sourness of the dough takes the fl avor of this (Michigan City). pizza into the realms of unicorns and gnomes… The Also featured are Diana Hirsch, Liz Matheus, freshness and fl avor of the toppings was stellar, Chris Whybrew and Kathy Chase (all of Michigan like the little fuzzy leaves of freshly-picked sage on City) , Kory LeBonne (New Carlisle), Steve Rohe a pizza covered with brightly fl avorful sausage… (Porter), and Sherry Ver Wey (Hobart). The appetizer of wood-roasted veggies was outstanding! Show dates are Sep. 25-27 and Oct. 1-4. Thurs- If I could order only one thing, it would be this, especially day, Friday and Saturday curtains are at 8 p.m. the stuffed peppers… Friendly folks, with a real, visible with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Doors open 15 min- utes prior to curtain. All tickets are $12. Reduced commitment to the craft of classical pizzamaking.” rates available for groups of 20 or more. Sorry cred- 219-879-8777 it cards are not accepted. Reservations are recom- FALL HOURS mended and may be made by phoning 219-874-4035 Friday-Saturday 11 a.m. -10 p.m. • Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m. or online www.footlightplayers.org/reservations. 500 S. EL PORTAL com MICHIANA SHORES, IN Reservations will be held until 15 minutes prior INDOOR AND OUTDOOR SEATING to curtain unless secured by the presentation of a CARRYOUT Footlight Season Gift Card or by prior payment in www.stop50woodfi redpizzeria.com full. Footlight Theatre is located at 1705 Franklin Street, Michigan City. THE September 17, 2009 Page 19

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Located at US 12 & Karwick Road Michigan City adjacent to Long Beach, Indiana THE Page 26 September 17, 2009 behind.” For $110 dollars an atheist (who assuredly will be left behind, according to the thinking) will rescue one left-behind pet and give it a home. The rescuers, which make up people from about a dozen states so far, have their own set of rules to abide Here is an answer to a question that I am not by in the business. If a pet dies before the Rapture, often asked: I use the Firefox browser, because I be- there will be no refund. Also, if the pet owner is left lieve it to be superior to Internet Explorer. I use a behind, he or she will not get a refund. You can read few of Firefox’s add-ons, and the most important of more about this service and the contract at the web- those that you need to know about is WOT, which site. stands for “Web of Trust.” This add-on lets me know Internet Monopoly (http://blog.monopolycitys if the links on any particular page or in any email treets.com). As I write this, the Internet is about is one that is safe to click on. A green (good), yel- to launch an online Monopoly game with a global low (caution) or red (beware) circle shows up next scope. It will use Google maps as reference, and the to the links in my browser. Also, WOT wants me to world will be its giant gameboard. Imagine the pos- rate sites I deem safe, just as other users have done sibilities. If you are planning your strategy already, to make this application trustworthy. I have saved I’d suggest getting as much as Dubai under your myself much grief since downloading this very help- control fi rst. It would be the equivalent of the quaint ful add-on. If you want to make your browsing more Boardwalk and Park Place real estate, would it not? safe than risky, then I recommend the free Firefox It will be interesting following this new Internet browser at the WOT add-on. WOT checks on all phenomenon. What do you think? Is it a winner or the sites I mention in this column. Thus, you can will it fade into oblivion? breathe easy knowing that I am not knowingly or Read CyberScribbles online at: unknowingly sending you to a malicious place on http://cyberscribbles.wordpress.com the Web. What the Internet Knows About You (http:// whattheinternetknowsaboutyou.com). This page Landscapes of Intention was built for one purpose: to let you know how trace- The Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad St., able your surfi ng is. This free service checks your St. Joseph, MI (ph. 269-983-3688) is pleased to an- browser history to determine where you’ve been. In nounce the one-person exhibit of paintings entitled my case, it was able to trace only one site, Yahoo. I Landscapes of Intention by Staara. The paintings know that I am careful about clearing my browser will be shown in both the Robert Williams Gallery history, especially after I do any sort of online bank- and the Heartha Whitlow Gallery. The show opens ing or ordering products. This WTIKAY was unable Fri., Sept. 18, with an opening reception from 5:30 to discern any history of some recent online bank- -7:30 p.m. (MI time) and will continue through Oct. ing, and that’s a good thing. WTIKAY can ferret out 11. The reception is free and open to the public. information about your social networking habits, Light refreshments will be served. too. If you Twitter or use Facebook or other Web 2.0 All paintings are oil on canvas with painted or sites, be aware of stealth tracking. After using WTI- stained wood frames. The landscapes represented KAY, go to your browser toolbox and tweak your se- in the paintings are “landscapes of the mind.” They curity and history settings. Then pat yourself on the depict states of being, not nature. back for being more proactive about your internet “The paintings are places of joy, sadness, excite- security. ment, darkness and light. The images are built as Swingvine (www.swingvine.com). This is an ag- much from the many layers of memory as from lay- gregator of current trends in music, movies, fash- ers of experience,” Staara says. “The images invoke ion and more. If you want to be on top of the latest states of mind. It is a painted consciousness, a con- trends, then this is the place to visit. The site can be sciousness that directs the viewer to a new dimen- useful in a number of ways if you are an entrepre- sion, a place where memory and space merge into neur, for example. Fading are the days of telephone its own world.” surveys, huh? The frames are an integral part of the paintings Eternal Earthbound Pets (http://eternal-earth- in Staara’s work. All are hand-constructed and de- bound-pets.com/). This has to be the most creative signed to compliment and ultimately complete the and unusual money-making scheme I have learned image on the canvas. about so far. “Scheme” might be a poor choice of Staara explains, “Rather than confi ne the image words, because this service is for real and is tar- the way a traditional frame might, my frames ex- geted for a specifi c group of customers. It is a busi- pand the canvas to include the space beyond. They ness run by atheists for pet owners who believe in are part of the journey that the viewer is experienc- the Rapture. It is a post-Rapture pet rescue service, ing. 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Our specialty is micro-crafted soda and old world authentic franks and sausages. Our mission is to provide our guests with the high- est quality franks and sausages in a new-old Conductor Kirk Muspratt carhop dining experience. The “old” side is “I promise each of you a season unlike any we rooted in quality old world franks and sau- have offered before,” said Maestro Muspratt. “From sage-making complemented with unique side classical guitar to ABBA, marimba concertos to Cole servings. The “new” is born from our passion Porter, we bring you the most exciting concerts, the to be totally energy self-suffi cient with no car- most amazing repertoire and the most diverse of- bon footprint, utilizing wind, solar and biodie- ferings.” For the second year, the season will begin with sel energy sources. Packaging our products an Opening Concert Gala at The Venue at Horse- in 100% recycled products and printing shirts shoe Casino. This year’s concert will feature two and hats on organic materials. sopranos, Emily Hindrichs and Angela Mannino, from the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music Monday-Sunday 11 am-3 pm singing arias by Puccini, and the Northwest Indi- ana Symphony Chorus. Guests can attend just the concert or pay extra to attend the gala dinner before (219) 872-7632 the concert. The remainder of the season’s concerts will be performed at the Star Plaza Theatre in Mer- 171 Hwy 212 rillville or the 1400+ seat Monbeck Auditorium at Highland High School in Highland. Michigan City, Indiana 46360 This season’s concerts are: The former Rox Ann Drive-In Divas! Opening Concert Gala - Fri., Sept. 25, 8 p.m. www.sodadog.com Featuring sopranos from the IU Jacobs School of Music and the Northwest Indiana Symphony Cho- THE September 17, 2009 Page 29 rus. The Venue at Horseshoe Casino (must be 21 to attend) Rodrigo’s Spanish Guitar - Featuring Rob- The Potted Plant ert Gruca, classical guitar -- Sat., Oct. 24, 7:30 Greenhouse & Nursery p.m. Highland High School. The Music of ABBA --Thurs., Nov.12, 7:30 p.m. Annuals, Hanging Baskets, Flats, Accents, Featuring Arrival from Sweden. Star Plaza The- and Arrangements. Custom Planters. Geraniums atre, Merrillville, IN. Perennials, Shrubs, & Small Trees Sing-Along Messiah -- Sun., Nov. 29, 3 p.m. Featuring the Northwest Indiana Symphony Large assortment of Sedums and Hosta. Chorus and musicians from the Northwest Indiana Largeg Hosta Symphony Orchestra at St. John the Evangelist Church. 9813 W. 300 N. Holiday Pops -- Thurs., Dec . 10. 7:30 p.m. Michigan City Featuring the Northwest Indiana Symphony (Behind Harbor GMC) Chorus -- Star Plaza Theatre, Merrillville, IN. 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Romantic Rhythms -- Sat., Feb. 13, 7:30 p.m. Closed Sunday Featuring Lana Wordel, marimba, and the North- west Indiana Symphony Youth Orchestra, Highland High School. War & Peace -- Sat., March 20, 7:30 p.m. Featuring Tanya Bannister, piano, and the Northwest Indiana Symphony Chorus, Highland Week Night Specials High School. A Cole Porter Celebration! -- Thurs., May 20. 7:30 p.m. Featuring the Northwest Indiana Sym- 0 for 10 1 l ... phony Chorus and outstanding soloists, Star Plaza Reel” Dea The “ ach Theatre, Merrillville, IN for $10 e 0 Entrees New this season, subscribers can Compose Their 1 ivre Own Series by picking only the concerts they wish ak Au Po Sirloin Ste to attend. Options are available to attend all 7 con- b Shank raised Lam certs in the season or to Pick 6, 5, 4, or 3 concerts. B n Confit sh Chicke In previous years, the Symphony has offered a full -hhalf Omi One Provençal season subscription in addition to separate Pops Linguine Mussels & and Classical Subscriptions, which would be the Linguine equivalent of a Pick 3 or Pick 4 subscription this Clams & Steak season. Subscription ticket prices range from $420 - ed Lamb Herb-rrubb $60 each. Subscriptions can be purchased through- Macaroni e-ttomato out the season in relation to the number of concerts Sausag -BBeer teamed-iin remaining. Shrimp S One lb. on Single tickets still range from $20-$60 each. The ntic Salm eared Atla choral “Sing-Along Messiah” is general admission, S ry rian Stir F $15 per person, and is not included in the subscrip- Vegeta tion packages. Student tickets are $10 each at all shows with a valid student I.D. “Reel’ Deal Menu offered Wed., Thurs. In concurrence with the new season, the Sym- & Sun. evenings, 5 - 9. p.m. Dine in only. phony has launched a redesigned website, making it easier for guests to fi nd the information they are Enjoy our smoke-ffree environment looking for including upcoming concerts, directions and online ticket purchasing through Paypal. Ad- For reservations call 269-4469-00900 ditionally, select audio clips on the concert pages allow visitors to preview pieces to be performed on Serving dinner Wednesday-Sunday the classical concerts. The Symphony is also now on starting at 5 p.m. Michigan time Facebook where fans of the Symphony can receive updates about upcoming events including auditions. Timothy’s Restaurant Season brochures, subscriptions and tickets are At Gordon Beach Inn  16220 Lake Shore Rd.  Union Pier, MI available now by calling (219) 836-0525 x 200 or vis- 1-2269-4469-00900  www.timothysrestaurant.com iting www.NISOrchestra.org THE Page 30 September 17, 2009 3rd Annual Walk for PKD on Sept. 19 “Chadwick Family Team” to Participate in the 3rd Annual Walk for PKD on Sept. 19th, 9 a.m. at Creek Ridge County Park, Michigan City Like many families, sisters, Laura Moyer and Debbie Paholski, and their family of Michigan City, had never heard of polycystic kidney disease (PKD) until their family, their mom, Lois New, was one of them. Laura and Debbie’s mom was diagnosed with PKD, just like Lois’ father, sisters, brothers, and now her own family, daughters Laura and Deb- bie. Lois died from the disease in November 2004. Needless to say, they were shocked to fi nd out that PKD is the most common of all life-threatening genetic diseases, affecting 600,000 Americans and 12.5 million worldwide. Debbie, a school teacher at Marsh Elementary School, is on a kidney trans- plant waiting list with Indianapolis which will take two – three years to get a kidney. And her sister Laura, recreation and education programmer at LaPorte County Parks, has the disease as well but isn’t on the transplant list yet. Although there is no treatment and no cure for PKD, their family hasn’t given up hope. They say the positive attitude and courage have inspired them to join thousands of other families across the country in the PKD Foundation’s annual Walk for PKD to raise money and awareness for PKD. They’ll be walking as part of “Chadwick Family Team” at the Michigan City Walk at Creek Ridge County Park, and hope others will join them. For more information about the Walk for PKD and how to register a team, sponsor/donate to a team, donate items for the silent auction, or be a corporate sponsor, contact Laura Moyer, Walk Coor- dinator, 219-778-4376, MichiganCityIndianaWalk@ pkdcure.org. or phone 800-PKD-CURE (753-2873).

Amer. Sign Language Club Silent Tea The Purdue University North Central American Sign Language Club will host a Silent Tea on Mon- day, Sept. 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Library-Stu- dent-Faculty Building Assembly Hall Room 02 on campus. The tea will be open to PNC students as well as community members. Children are welcome to attend with their parents or adult. Coffee, hot tea and snacks will be served. Silent Tea participants are asked to use ASL only for con- versation. Guests of all ASL abilities are welcome. The tea will present a relaxed atmosphere for ASL conversation and games and will provide an oppor- tunity to practice ASL to better communicate with friends, co-workers or family members. Further information may be obtained by contact- ing Karen Donah, PNC continuing lecturer and co- ordinator of American Sign Language at 872-0527, ext. 5432 or [email protected] THE September 17, 2009 Page 31 Do You Love to Sing? Attention, children currently in grades 2-5! The La Porte County Symphony Orchestra is forming the LCSO Children’s Chorus. There will be two concerts in the coming season that will include this chorus during orchestra per- formances. Matt Nelson, chorus director, will give the singers instruction in basic vocal technique as they learn about choral singing and prepare for the November 14, 2009 Pops Classique concert and the April 17, 2010 Pops Concert. Rehearsals are on Tuesdays beginning September 22, 6-7 p.m. at the Agape Church, 1601 “I” Street, La Porte Indiana. Regular rehearsal attendance is required in order to perform. There is a $10 registration fee, payable the night of the fi rst rehearsal, to help cover the cost of music. Due to generous support of the community, scholar- ship money is available so that no one will be turned away. Register by going online to www. LCSO.net or by phoning 219-362-9020. Do You Love to Dance? For the 13th consecutive year, Indiana Ballet Theatre proudly presents to the schools in and sur- rounding Northwest Indiana, our wonderful holi- day extravaganza, The Nutcracker. This year we are thrilled to have the La Porte County Symphony Orchestra perform the music of Tchaikovsky while accompanying our dancers, as children are enter- tained by an unforgettable fl ight of fantasy and • Outdoor Living Spaces learning enjoyment. This performance will be Dec. 5, at 3:00 p.m. at the La Porte Civic Auditorium. • Permiable Pavers Take this opportunity to become part of their cast • Water Features this year. We have openings for over 100 extras in this production. Dance and perform along side ex- • Landscaping perienced ballet dancers. This will be the chance of • Landscape Lighting a lifetime to make the holidays special for everyone! Auditions will be held on Saturday, September 26 at the La Porte Family YMCA, 901 Michigan Ave., La Porte Indiana. Time: 1:00 pm- 2:30 pm Teen through adult - male & female 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm 8 - 13 years old - boys & girls 3:45 pm - 5:00 pm 6 - 8 years old boys & girls Please wear practice clothing and be prepared to stay longer if needed. Questions please contact: In- diana Ballet Theatre NW [email protected] Ooops… In last week’s Beacher front page story (The Greening of Shoreland Hills), one of the contractors 800-337-2171 working on the Perzanowski/Zimmerman house decorativebrickpavers.com was mistakenly identifi ed as Kirk Silver. His name is Kirk Sizer. Kirk, we wholeheartedly apologize for the error! THE Page 32 September 17, 2009

One-Dish Meals Cookbook From Our Local Library, Sponsored by the American Heart Association They tell us, “Plan- PILED-HIGH TUNA SALAD SANDWICHES ning healthful meals Not the typical tuna on white. This open-face that will please every- sandwich has layers of fl avors. one has never been 4 (3 oz.) vacuum-sealed packages tuna or 2.6 oz easier. One-Dish Meals cans tuna in distilled or spring water, drained gives you more than 1/3 c. fat-free or reduced fat mayo dressing 200 brand new all-in- 1 T. sugar one recipes to help you 2 med. ribs of celery, thinly sliced eat nutritiously and de- 4 slices of wheat berry or whole grain bread liciously.” They mention 4 romaine leaves several other important 4 thin slices of red onion food items. “One-dish 1 med. tomato, cut into 8 slices cooking uses simple, 1 med. red bell pepper, thinly sliced practical cookware. Not In a med. bowl, stir together the tuna, mayo every pot is cut out for one-dish cooking or every and sugar. Stir in the celery. To assemble, place recipe, however. Read the recipe and use the type a slice of bread on ea. plate. Top ea. slice with, of pan suggested for the cooking method, factoring in order, 1 romaine leaf, 1 onion slice, 2 tomato in your own plan to freeze or refrigerate the dish slices, bell pepper slices and 1/4 c. tuna mixture. before or after cooking……Try to match the size of the pan called for in the recipe because pan-size BEEF AND CHUNKY VEGETABLES WITH affects the outcome of the dish…....You know that BLOODY MARY SAUCE coming from the American Heart Association, these The Bloody Mary mix and the cloves give this are also heart smart meals that all of us can enjoy dish a subtle distinctive sweet spice fl avor for optimism health. The following recipes are quite 1-1/2 lbs. boneless eye of round, all visible fat unusual and carefully planned.” discarded 2 c. Bloody Mary mix BISCUIT-TOPPED CHICKEN CASSEROLE 1 T. very low sodium or low-sodium Worcester- What could be more tempting than chicken shire sauce and vegetables cooked until tender in a bub- 1 tsp. dried oregano, crumbled bling creamy sauce topped with golden brown 6 whole cloves biscuits. Stock your freezer and pantry with the 1-1/2 lbs. med. red potatoes, quartered necessary ingredients and you’ll be ready to pre- 2 c. baby carrots pare the casserole anytime. 2 med. onions, ea. cut into eighths 10.75 oz. can reduced fat, reduced sodium con- 1 med. green bell pepper, cut into thin strips densed cream of chicken soup 2 to 3 tsp. sugar 1 c. fat-free, low-sodium chicken broth 1/4 tsp. salt 1 lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, all vis- Heat a Dutch oven over med.-high heat. ible fat discarded cut into bite-size pcs. Brown the beef for 1 min. on ea. side. Remove the 3 c. frozen green beans, thawed beef. Put the Bloody Mary mix, Worcestershire 1-1/2 c. frozen pearl onions, thawed sauce, oregano and cloves in the Dutch oven. In- 1-1/2 c. frozen sliced carrots, thawed crease the heat to high and bring to a boil. Stir 1 tsp. salt-free all-purp seasoning blend in the potatoes, carrots, onions and bell pep- 7.5 oz. can refrigerated low-fat buttermilk bis- per. Return to a boil. Place the beef on the veg- cuits etables. Reduce the heat and simmer, covered, Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. In an 8” for 35 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender. square nonstick baking pan, stir together the The beef should still be pink in the center; it soup and broth. Stir in the remaining ingre- toughens if cooked too long. Transfer the beef dients except the biscuits. Cover the pan with to a cutting board. Let stand for 5 min. before alum. foil. Bake for 50 to 60 min., or until the thinly slicing against the grain. Meanwhile, stir chicken in no longer pink in the center. Place the sugar and salt into the vegetable mixture. the biscuits on the chicken mixture. Bake, un- To serve, place the roast on a platter. Arrange covered, for 12 to 13 min., or until the biscuits the vegetable mixture around the roast. are golden brown and cooked through. THE September 17, 2009 Page 33

CHICKEN CAESAR WRAPS CRAB QUESADILLAS WITH AVOCADO Typical Caesar ingredients aren’t just for salad SALSA anymore. Try them in the crunchy wrap to see Instead of the usual procedure of cooking the what we mean. quesadillas one at a time on the stovetop, this vegetable oil spray recipe uses the broiler and cuts the cooking time 4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves to one fourth. Fresh pineapple combined with (about 4 oz. ea.), all visible fat discarded mango or papaya sprinkled with lime juice 1 tsp. salt free grilling blend for poultry or other makes a nice accompaniment to this spicy dish. salt-free seasoning blend 1/3 cup fat-free or low fat buttermilk AVACADO SALSA 2 T. fat-free or light mayo dressing 2 c. chopped seeded tomatoes 1 med. garlic clove, minced 1/3 c. diced ripe avocado 1/2 tsp. anchovy paste 1/3 c. thinly sliced green onions 1/4 tsp. pepper 1/3 c. snipped fresh cilantro 1/2 tsp. salt 1 to 2 sm. fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded and 1/2 med. cucumber, peeled and diced minced 4 thin slices red onion 8 (6 inch) tortillas 1/4 c. shredded or grated Parmesan cheese vegetable oil spray 4 outer leaves of iceberg lettuce 4 oz. shredded fresh lump crabmeat or imitation Heat a large skillet over med. heat. Remove crab (about 1 c.) the skillet from the heat and lightly spray with 1 c. shredded light Mexican cheese blend veg. oil spray (being careful not to spray near Preheat the broiler. For the salsa, in a med. a gas fl ame). Sprinkle the smooth side of the bowl, stir together the ingredients. Lightly chicken with the grilling blend. Cook the chick- spray 4 tortillas with veg. oil spray. Place the en with the seasoned side down for 5 min. Turn tortillas with the sprayed side down in a sin- and cook for 4 to 5 min. or until no longer pink gle layer on a large cookie sheet. Sprinkle the in the center. Thinly slice the chicken. Mean- crabmeat evenly over the tortillas. Top with 1 c. while, in a lg. bowl, whisk together the butter- salsa and the cheese. Place the remaining 4 tor- milk, mayo, garlic, anchovy paste, pepper and tillas over the crab mixture, lightly spray with salt until smooth. Add the cucumber and on- veg. oil spray. Broil 6 to 8 inches from the heat ions. Toss until completely coated. Add the Par- source for 2 to 4 min., or until golden brown, mesan. Toss gently, just to slightly incorporate. watching closely after 2 min. Remove from the Spoon the mixture down the center of ea. let- broiler. Using a lg. spatula, turn the quesadillas tuce leaf. Top with the chicken. Roll up. Secure over. Broil for 2 to 4 min., or until golden brown. with wooden toothpicks, if desired. Cut into wedges. Top with the remaining salsa.

SAUSAGE AND POTATO FRITTATA Using a small amount of highly seasoned re- gas fl ame). Cook the sausage for 2 min., or until duced-fat sausage provides hefty fl avor without browned on the outside and no longer pink in the a hefty saturated fat and calorie count. center, stirring occasionally to turn and break vegetable oil spray up the sausage. Pour into a colander to drain; 8 oz. reduced fat bulk breakfast sausage discard any grease. Rinse the sausage under hot 1/3 c. water water to remove excess fat; drain well. Set on pa- 1 lb. baking potatoes (russet preferred), un- per towels. Wipe the skillet with a paper towel. peeled, thinly sliced In the same skillet, bring the water to a boil. Stir 2 med. onions, chopped in the potatoes, onions, carrot, zucchini, oregano 1 med. carrot, chopped and red pepper fl akes. Reduce the heat and sim- 1 med. zucchini, sliced mer, covered, for 6 minutes or until the potatoes 1/2 tsp. dried oregano, crumbled are tender-crisp. Stir in the sausage. Pour the 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper fl akes egg substitute over all. Reduce the heat to med.- egg substitute equivalent to 4 eggs low. Cook, covered for 12 min., or until the egg 1/2 c. shredded reduced fat sharp Cheddar cheese mixture is almost set. Remove from the heat. Heat a 12” skillet over med.-high heat. Re- Sprinkle with the cheese. Let stand, covered, for move from the heat and lightly spray with veg- 2 min., or until the cheese is melted. Cut into 4 etable oil spray (being careful not to spray near a wedges. THE Page 34 September 17, 2009 PNC Hosts Constitution Day Activities NOTRE DAME PARISH Purdue University North Central will observe Constitution Day on Thursday, Sept. 17, with a va- ROCK-TO-BER riety of activities presented throughout the day. All events are free and open to the public and will take FEST place on campus in the Library-Student-Faculty Building, Room 144. Celebrate the Fall with The day’s schedule is: Notre Dame Parish Adults, Friends and 7:30 a.m. - Robert J. Beckman, LaPorte County Alumni Prosecuting Attorney, who will discuss, “The Bill of Rights in Indiana Criminal Law.” Beckman will give an insider’s view of key aspects of the Bill of Saturday, October 3, 2009 Rights in the U.S. Constitution and how they relate 5:00 p.m. to Indiana criminal law and procedure. Breakfast Baggo will be served. Competition 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. - PNC students will present at the TREE HOUSE a fun and informal challenge to test your knowledge featuring of the Constitution. A digital camera will be award- Bar-B-Q, Burgers, Brats, Hot Dogs, ed to the winner. 11:30 to 1:30 p.m. - PNC Education students will Corn on the Cob Ping Pong present the “ABC’s of Democracy” a student-devel- Volleyball CASH BAR Games oped look at how the Amendments, Bill of Rights, Tournament Constitution and Declaration of Independence have $25.00 per ticket in advance infl uenced and directed the development of Ameri- $30.00 per ticket at the door can democracy. These learning activities focus on Karaoke the process of amending the Constitution, develop- Hope to see you there!!!! ing a timeline of events during the Civil War, the role of slavery and playing a game about the Bill of Rights and Declaration of Independence. For further information, contact Dr. Jonathan Swarts, assistant professor of Political Science, at 872-0527, ext. 5252 or by visiting www.pnc.edu

From the Independent Cat Society The Independent Cat Society is desperately seek- ing permanent homes for their large number of young kittens. As you know kitten season is upon us and the ICS, as well as many shelters in the area, are overwhelmed with young kittens. They have kittens of all colors, ages and sizes and they all NOW OPEN IN want the same thing, a warm loving home. Visit the BEVERLY SHORES Independent Cat Society at County Line Road and Route 6 in Westville, Indiana. The ICS is currently having an adoption special: • CRAFT • KEGS adopt one cat or kitten and get the second one at SPECIALTY AVAILABLE no charge. The adoption fee includes: spaying or neutering, feline leukemia test and inoculations, BEERS • TOP SHELF including FIP, fecal test and worming if necessary, • FINE WINE cardboard cat carrier and id chip or tattoo. All of LIQUOR this and two loving kittens or cats of your choice for • ICE only $75. • COMPETITIVE They also have many loving and wonderful adult • IMPORTS PRICES cats also seeking forever homes. Visit the shelter or the website, www.catsociety.org, and view the many 2 West Dunes Hwy., Beverly Shores wonderful kittens and cats. Adoption hours are Sat- 219-871-1111 urday 10 a.m.-4 p.m. and Sunday 1-4 p.m. or other Mon-Thurs 9-9, Fri & Sat 9-10 hours are available by appointment. If you have any questions phone (219) 785-4936. THE September 17, 2009 Page 35 Roger S. Baum Book Signing The Westchester Township History Museum is pleased to announce another installment in its Meet the Author series. Roger S. Baum, great-grandson of L. Frank Baum, will visit the Westchester Town- ship History Museum, 700 W. Porter Avenue, Ches- terton, on Fri., Sept. 18 from 2-4 p.m. Roger S. Baum is the eldest living great-grand- son of L. Frank Baum, author of the most widely FOR HEAVEN SAKE GALLERY read and beloved children’s book of all times – The Wizard of Oz – penned more than 100 years ago. The writer’s fi ling cabinet was divided into two Spiritual Art and Gifts sections: one went from A to N, the other from O to Z. He took the O and the Z and made it “OZ.” “Most people don’t realize that The Wizard of Oz was written in Chicago, and the Yellow Brick Road 11 S. Townsend St was named after winding cobblestone roads in Hol- land, Michigan,” he explains, “where great-grand (Two Blocks East of Whittaker on US 12) father spent vacations with his family.” Despite a heart problem, L. Frank Baum continu- 269-231-5251 ally worked to support his four sons. He was a trav- eling salesman, published a small newspaper and Tuesday - Saturday 11:00 am to 7:00 pm ran a dry goods shop. But the magic in his life was story-telling. He became so well known and well Sunday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm loved by the neighborhood kids that they waited on his doorstop for him to come home or out of his apartment to listen to his magical tales. “So, my Visit our meditation room and stay awhile. great-grandfather’s stories were not tested on his four sons at home, but on all the kids in the neigh- borhood, “ says Roger Baum. “He told these stories for the love of the young at heart.” Books that Roger Baum has written include Dor- othy of Oz, The Green Star of Oz, and Lion of Oz and the Badge of Courage. Schoolhouse For more, phone the museum at 219/983-9715. Shop …at Furnessville Judy Garland Dress Collection Featured Indian Summer Boutique Hosts Michael Siewert 20TH ANNUAL OUTDOOR during Wizard of Oz Festival Indian Summer Boutique, located in downtown Chesterton, Indiana hosts Judy Garland dress cu- Celebration rator Michael Siewert during the Oz Festival in Chesterton on September 18, 19, 20. There will be an Autograph Party on Fri., Sept. of the 18, 2-4 p.m. at the Indian Summer Boutique (219.983.9994), 131 S. Calumet Ave. just steps away Arts from the Oz Festival taking place over the weekend. - Mixed Media - Michael Siewert and his world renowned Judy Garland collection, “Judy Garland: The Dressing Sat., Sept. 19 Sun., Sept. 20 of a Legend” will be featured at the 2009 Chester- ton Oz Festival, and you can meet him at the In- 10 - 5 11 - 5 dian Summer Boutique. Michael says, “I do exhib- No Admission Fee Free Parking its around the country every year, but Chesterton ◆ is my most favorite. I have met so many wonderful Schoolhouse Shop Garland fans over the years.” He has things from 278 East 1500 North Chesterton, IN 46304 (219) 926-1551 the 40s, 50s and even Bob Mackie gowns from the www.schoolhouseshop.com 60s. THE Page 36 September 17, 2009 PNC Sets Enrollment Record Purdue University North Central set all-time en- rollment and credit hour records this fall. The 2009 - 2010 academic year opened Mon., Aug. 24 with a record 4,463 students enrolled in a record 46,594 credit hours for the fall semester. This represents a 5 percent increase in students and a 5 percent increase in credit hours over the fall semester of 2008. PNC students include 2,761 full-time students, marking the seventh consecu- tive year that the campus has registered a record number of full-time students. Undergraduate students are taking an average of 10.6 credit hours each. In addition, the number RouteRoute 20/3520/35 at at I-94,I94, ExitExit 40B 40B of fi rst-time freshmen enrolled is 804, an 8 percent MichiganMichigan City, ININ 46360 46360 jump from fall semester 2008. The average PNC (219)(219) 872-8357 (800) 400-1981400-1981 undergraduate student is 25 years old. There are www.creekwoodinn.comwww.creekwoodinn.com [email protected]• [email protected] 1,919 males and 2,544 females enrolled. PNC has 1,835 students from LaPorte County and 1,773 stu- dents from Porter County. According to Lawrence Barrett, vice chancellor for Enrollment Management and Student Services, “PNC is a fast growing four-year university that has seen its student population increase by 27 percent since 2005 and a 28 percent increase in credit hours. We welcome students from throughout Northwest Indiana to our Westville and Porter County sites.” PNC has 68 students enrolled in its Saturday Master of Business Administration program, of- fered at PNC - Porter County in Valparaiso. PNC - Porter County also offers a full schedule of undergraduate programs. This semester, 655 stu- dents are enrolled in 3,394 credit hours of classes WALL there, an 11 percent increase from last fall. Constructors, Inc.

Save the Dunes Donates Lots Save the Dunes Conservation Fund has complet- • DesignDesign ed the donation of 3 lots along Highway 12 in Porter County to the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. • NewNew “We are thrilled to add undeveloped land for pro- CConstructiononstruction tection along the scenic Highway 12 Corridor”, said • AdditionsAdditions Deb Chubb, president of Save the Dunes Conserva- tion Fund. • RenovationsRenovations “We would like to see Highway 12 become a sce- • ResidentialResidential nic highway and one way to accomplish this is to donate land to the National Lakeshore that will • CommercialCommercial enhance the natural beauty of the protected area,” Chubb added. Save the Dunes Conservation Fund owns and manages over 500 acres in NW Indiana. This is the FFourour GGenerationsenerations ooff QQualityuality CConstructiononstruction second donation they have made to the National Lakeshore. The fi rst donation was a parcel just over 6 acres in Lake County adjacent to the park donat- 111717 WWestest SSeventheventh SStreettreet MMichiganichigan CCity,ity, IINN 4463606360 ed in 1998. 2219-879-829119-879-8291 “We hope we can protect and donate more land in FFaxax 2219-879-821119-879-8211 email:email: [email protected]@sbcglobal.net the future as we work to protect the Indiana Dunes for future generations,” Chubb concluded. THE September 17, 2009 Page 37 Another Successful Tour de LaPorte 

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Folk Musician at Box Factory Jim Malosh performs songs from the “golden age” of folk music at the Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad St., St. Joseph, MI on Sat., Sept. 19 at 8 pm. MI time. Jim explains the “golden age” was an era when folk songs by names like the Weavers, The Chad Mitchell Trio, Ian & Sylvia, Bob Dylan, Tom Pax- ton, Peter, Paul and Mary, John Denver and others, made it to the top of the pop charts. He will include some recent traditional songs written by local sing- er/songwriters to show that the “art” is alive and well. Tickets at the door are $8; $5 for seniors and stu- dents and children 12 and under admitted free. For more, 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. THE September 17, 2009 Page 39 Places to Visit in the Area Barker Mansion, 631 Washington St., Michigan City. Adm. $4/adults, $2/kids 18 & under, free/kids under 3. Guided tours: Mon-Fri. 10 am, 11:30 am, 1 pm; Sat/Sun. noon, 2 pm. 219-873-1520. Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery, 525 Broadway, Beverly Shores, IN. Sat-Sun, 1-4 pm. 219/871-0832. Chesterton Art Center, 115 S. Fourth St., Chester- Tridentine Latin Mass ton, IN. Gallery hours are 11 am-4 pm weekdays; 1-4 pm weekends. 219/926-4711. Sundays, 12:30 p.m. Great Lakes Museum of Military History, 360 Wednesdays, 7:00 a.m. Dunes Plaza, Michigan City. Open Tues.-Sat., 10 am-4 pm; Sun noon-4 pm; closed Mon. Adm. $3/ at Saint Stanislaus Kostka Church adults, $2/vets & sen. cit., $1/ages 8-18, and free/ Washington St., Michigan City, IN under 8 yrs. & active military. 872-2702. Indiana Dunes State Park, North Hwy 49, Ches- For further information, call 219-879-9181 terton, IN. 140 campsites, Nature Center, picnic shelters, hiking trails, swimming/beach. Entrance fee charged; call for current prices. 219/926-1390. International Friendship Gardens, 2055 E US Hwy 12, Michigan City. Open 10 am-4 pm Wed.- Sun. Adm. $4; 12 yrs. & under free. Info: 219/878- WHOLE NINE YARDS 9885. WINDOW BLINDS • SHADES • DRAPES Krasl Art Center, 707 Lake Blvd., St. Joseph, MI. Open Mon-Wed, Fri/Sat 10-4, Thurs 10-9, Sun 1-4 Creative window covering solutions for MI time. Free adm. 269/983-0271, www.krasl.org Light Control, Privacy and Visual Beauty LaPorte County Historical Museum. 2405 Indiana Ave., LaPorte. Adm. $3/LaP. Co. resident; $5/out-of- county; $3/kids 12-17; free/under 12 yrs. 219/324- ® 6767 or www.laportecountyhistory.org Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. 2nd St., Product Dealer Michigan City. Tues.-Fri., 10 am-5 pm; Sat-Sun, 11 Serving the Lake Communities am-4 pm. Closed Mon. Phone 874-4900. www.lu- beznikcenter.org Mark Kroll David Aaker New Buffalo Railroad Museum, 530 S. Whittaker 269-612-0888 St., New Buffalo, MI. Mon-Fri, 9 am-5 pm; Sat, 10 am-3 pm, (MI time) Closed Sun. 269/469-5409. Fax: 269-469-2895 Email: [email protected] Old Lighthouse Museum, Washington Park, MC. Open 1-4 pm, Tues.-Sun. Closed Mon. & holidays. Adm. $3/adults, $1/grades 9-12, 50¢/grade school, free/under 5 yrs. Groups of 10 or more must make app’t. at 872-6133. Rag Tops Museum of Michigan City, 209 W. Mich- igan Blvd., Michigan City. A collection of classic, DINE IN • CARRY OUT antique & unusual vehicles & memorabilia. Open DELIVERY INCLUDING THE BEACH COMMUNITY every day 10 am-7 pm. Adm. $6/adults, $5/sen. cit, $200 Off Large Pizza FAMILY SPECIAL $4/kids, free/under 3. 878-1514. Large 1 Topping Pizza Southern Shore Art Association Gallery, 724 $ 50 1 Off Medium Breadsticks Franklin St., Michigan City. Fri., 4-7 pm; Sat., noon- Pizza 5 pm; Sun., 1-5 pm. 219-861-0186. 2 liter Pop Washington Park Zoo, Lakefront, Michigan City. $ 00 $ 99 1 Off Small Pizza 19 + Tax Open 7 days, 10 am-5 pm (gates close 4 pm). Adm. MC resident (with ID): $4.50/adult, $3/senior (62+) Not Good With Any Other Offer Not Good With Any Other Offer & kids 3-11 yrs. Non resident: $5.50/adult, $4/se- Sunday Noon-10 pm • M-Th 11 am-10 pm • F-S 11-12 Midnight niors & kids 3-11 yrs. Kids under 12 yrs. not admit- 5184 S. Franklin St., Michigan City 872-3838 ted without adult. Groups & special events, phone We Deliver to the Whole Community! ahead: 219/873-1510. THE Page 40 September 17, 2009

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Center for History Film Series on Lincoln Located at the Schoolhouse Shop A series of fi lms on Abraham Lincoln will be shown at the Center for History, 808 W. Washington St., South Bend, at 2:30 p.m. (Eastern time) each Fri- day, starting September 4, in conjunction with the exhibit, Lincoln: The Man You Didn’t Know. Tickets Affordable Floral Designs for All Occasions are free with the purchase of a museum admission, Specializing in which is $8/adults; $6.50/seniors; $5/youth 6-17 or Weddings, Parties, Corporate and Special Events, college; and free/members. The fi lms are part of the Funerals or just your daily fl oral needs! Lincoln Lecture, Film and Theatre Series WE DELIVER! On September 11, visitors can see “Young Mr. 278 E. 1500 N., Chesterton, IN 46304 Audrey Drag, Proprietress Lincoln” (1940) starring Henry Fonda and directed 219-926-7117 • Fax 219-926-9117 lakeeffectfl [email protected] by John Ford. In this fi lm, their fi rst collaboration, Fonda gives one of the fi nest performances of his career as the young president-to-be, struggling as a novice lawyer with an incendiary murder case. Compassionate and assured, this is an indelible piece of Americana. On September 18 and 25, “Friendly Persuasion” (1956) will be shown. Set during the time of the Civ- il War, Gary Cooper plays Jess Birdwell, an Indi- ana Quaker looking for a better way to settle things than fi ghting back, as his neighbors are urging. This William Wyler fi lm earned six Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture. Lincoln: The Man You Didn’t Know explores Lin- coln’s boyhood in Indiana, his connections to Indi- ana as an adult, and Indiana’s reactions to his years as President. Visitors can also learn about the con- spiracy concerning the assassination. Additional presentations in the Lincoln Lecture, Theatre and Film Series are Mary, the Widow of Delivery Now Available Abraham Lincoln, a theatrical performance by Don- na McCreary (September 20), Looking for Lincoln, Daily Drink Specials a lecture by Bryon Andreasen, Ph.D., (October 11); Abraham Lincoln: A Life, a gallery talk by Michael Karaoke Wed. & Sun. Burlingame, Ph.D. (October 31); Colfax: The Radi- cal Republican, a lecture by Ann Leonard (Novem- Trivia Night Thurs. 8 p.m. ber 8); The Valley of the Shadow, a gallery talk by Ed Ayres, Ph.D. (November 14); Christmas in the Con- (219) 874-FOOD (3663) federacy, a lecture by Robert May, Ph.D. (December 3101 E. U.S. 12 at Karwick Rd. 13); and An Afternoon with Mr. and Mrs. Lincoln, a Dine In • Carry Out • Catering theatrical performance by Donna and Max Daniels (Feb.14). 574/235-9664 or www.centerforhistory.org

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QUALITY BUILT CUSTOM HOMES & MAJOR REMODELING The few remaining Girlfriend Sale clothing PROJECTS drop off appointments will be scheduled Sept. 17, Materials supplied by 18, & 22, every 1⁄2 hour from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. If you Pioneer Lumber, Inc. 219.241.1020 (cell) would like to participate, phone the Center at 879- http://mulcahybuilders.com 3845 and leave a phone message with your name, Licensed in Indiana & Michigan www.mulcahybuilders.com telephone number, date and a few alternative times you are available to come in. We will confi rm your appointment with a return call. As always please Since 1950 pick your best 30 items for resale, you will receive 50% of the selling price of your items sold, and there is a $10 entry fee to participate. Carpet • Upholstery • Drapery • Blinds The Girlfriend Sale will be held on Fri., Sept. DRAPERY HARDWARE SALE 25, from 6-9 p.m. for participants and their friends, Rods • Rings • Finials Sat., Sept. 26 and Oct. 3 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. adver- tised and open to the public, Sun., Oct. 4th noon-4 Graber • Kirsch • Rowley p.m. famous 1⁄2 price sale day, and Sat., Oct. 10 10 Up to 50% OFF a.m.-2 p.m., 2nd chance 1⁄2 price day. Blind & Shade Repair • Free In-Home Estimates As always we need your volunteer help to run Cheryl & Don Young 1102 Franklin Street the sale, so if you have a few hours to give on any of Proprietors Michigan City,IN 46360 the sale days please phone the Center. (219) 872-7236 www.mcinteriorsin.com Fundraising Yoga Fridays, with all proceeds to benefi t the Community Center, will continue for another 5 weeks. Those who have attended love the gentle instruction, mind/body connection and guid- ed meditation. A big thank you to Laura Lee for gift- QUICK SERVICE ing us with her instruction. For more information or to register, phone Laura Lee at 219-861-7394. PLUMBING REPAIR, INC. Professional dance instructor and chorog- (219) 362-0157 or Toll Free (888) 499-1559 rapher Larry Payne is offering classes in Tap and Complete Plumbing, Heating, Cooling Sales and Service. Jazz Dance this Fall on Thursday evenings. Tuition Modern Sewer Cleaning, Jetting and Inspection Equipment is by the month and can be prorated. All ability lev- Competitive Rates - Senior Citizens Discounts els are welcome. Phone Larry for more information 60 day warranty on most Service Work at 219 707-7391. 1 Hour Minimum Service Call - Travel Time 1 Way - Sorry, No Credit We are looking for donations of 8 track tapes, Insured, Bonded, LIC. #PC81038838 cassette tapes, albums, a record turn table, and in- Charles Dillon, Owner struments for our music room. Thank you to Cheryl and Kevin Flemington for the latest addition of a double deck tape player. The music room is avail- able to all musicians by appointment to practice or Jay Wort Painting give lessons. Phone the Center for more details and Interior & Exterior Painting to be included on the schedule. Cell (219) 716-1159 Lake Shore Group, closed, step, AA meet- Late Summer - Fall Projects ing is held on Monday evenings. There is an open Powerwashing speaker meeting every 4th Monday. Our Side of the (219) Beach Al-Anon Family Group meeting is held every 362-5141 Wednesday evening. Both groups meet at 7 p.m. in 20+ yrs. Experience, Reasonable room #10 and use the Fitness Center entrance. Keep in mind we have space for rent by the hour, Decks Built day, month and year for your party, event, class, or business. Early Retired Teacher ----submitted by Susan Vissing THE Page 46 September 17, 2009 Travels with Charley: Falling Into Fall Birding with the BBC

by Charles McKelvy

The Berrien Birding Club’s (BBC) exciting fall season of following our feathered friends on their fl ights of migratory fancy has begun. And it really hit stride on Labor Day itself as a plucky band of BBC veterans and neophytes gath- ered at the New Buffalo Public Beach for a great look at a Greater Yellowlegs, along with superb sightings of: passing squadrons of Blue-winged Teals, the last lingering Barn Swallows of summer, a Belted Kingfi sher casting about over the big lake, the usual Great Blue Heron, Canada Geese a plen- ty, and, as a bonus for those who got there at the posted 7:30 a.m. staring time, an Osprey. The “Labor Day Waterbird Watch” in New Buf- falo is an annual club event, and the 2009 edition was the perfect lift-off for the fall birding season, Greater Yellowlegs on the beach. (Photo by Evert Riley) because we all saw so many super birds, and be- cause we could see them while wearing sandals and Meaning that Lady Natalie and yours truly had shorts. slept a tad past the 7:30 starting time, and so we And, as far as seeing the one Osprey that ap- missed the Osprey. peared that morning, leave it to ace BBC birder Ali- But, by parking in downtown New Buffalo and son Világ to state the obvious: “If you snooze, you walking a half-mile or so to the beach, we did get loose.” close enough to a Swan Goose that was hanging out with the usual band of Canada Geese and Mallards by the mouth of the Galien River. Said goose struck a perfect pose for The Beacher camera, and BBC President Kip Miller explained a short time later that it was a domestic escapee who had gone native and that the Swan Goose is also referred to as the Chinese Goose. Such information is routinely bandied about by BBC members, and, as we watched Common and Forster’s Terns turn up by the tens, we noted that certain insects would soon appear to avail them- selves of the cookies and donuts Kip Miller had Water fowl watch a boater head out to sea. thoughtfully set out for our morning repast.

This domestic Swan Goose was seen hanging BBC President Kip Miller (right) and BBC out with some wild Canada Geese by the member John Gunner Gooch (left) track John Gunner Gooch on the look-out for beach in New Buffalo. some Blue-winged Teals. Osprey and their prey. THE September 17, 2009 Page 47 And, yes, the fi rst Yellow Jacket was immediately Kip would have said more but then he noticed joined by the second Yellow Jacket of the morning, movement over the lake and said: “We’ve got a Wil- and so Kip put the lids on the cookies and donuts, let coming in—no, it’s a Greater Yellowlegs.” and all continued according to plan which meant Yes, it was indeed a Greater Yellowlegs, complete that the length of our visit depended upon the bird- with molting primaries. That might be a common ing and which migrants might fl ap into view. sight in August and September, but it took an un- Well, in addition to the aforementioned species, common newcomer to the BBC, Evert Riley of Bu- we got good glass on some sleek Double-crested Cor- chanan, to properly photograph said species with morants fl ying in a tight formation over the lake, his amazing camera and lens. and one of our number duly noted that such birds As loyal BBC member and Southcounty Gazette are used in China and Vietnam for fi shing with staff writer John Gunner Gooch said, “He’s got the humans. The human attaches a cord to the cormo- right camera for the job.” rant’s neck, thus preventing his feathered fi shing buddy from swallowing the catch, which, of course, the cormorant caught in the fi rst place. We all de- cided that our fearless leader Kip Miller needed his own cormorant as a side-kick on his many birding and bicycling adventures, but we could not get any John Gunner of the passing birds of that dark feather to enlist. Gooch is a truly “green” birder. He said his Giant bike runs on peanuts.

And Mr. Riley, who is eager for the next BBC out- ing, is gladly sharing his magazine quality image on his website at: www.evertriley.com. Do visit and do click on “backyard birds” to see Mr. Riley’s amazing images of the Greater Yellowlegs and his feathered friends. Thank you, Evert Riley for the great shot of the Greater Yellowlegs we all saw on the New Buffalo Greater Yellowlegs in fl ight. (Photo by Evert Riley) Public Beach on Labor Day, and thank you all for Kip said he would be just fi ne without a cormo- considering joining us this fall for a focused feast for rant sidekick, and then he previewed the fall line- the eyes of fast-fl ying feathered migrants. up of outings by stating that they would all be fabu- For times, places, and dates, please call the Ber- lous and that seasoned and not-so-seasoned birders rien Birding Club at: 269-471-2617. are always welcome to come along. Flap on!

Natalie takes a look through another member’s Dixie Burkhart drove all the way from Van Ace birder Alison Világ didn’t miss a bird. scope. She wants her own scope for Christmas! Buren County to bird with us. THE Page 48 September 17, 2009 Activities to Explore In the Local Area: party! September 17 -- Flying Carpet Travelogue Se- sunfl ower festival in downtown laporte this saturday ries: “Sea to Sea in a Model T.” Presented by Don and Fran Van Polen. 7 pm at the Elston Performng temple news. soda fountain, espresso bar, lunch. Arts Theater, Detroit & Spring streets, MC. Tix $5 at the door. September 17 -- The Joans Band (What if Joan Crawford had her own band?) at The Acorn The- ater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks, MI. 8 pm Free Estimates MI time. Tix $10; reserve at 269/756-3879 or www. Fully Insured acorntheater.com ALL Dave Singer September 17-20 -- Riverside Marketplace. In- (219) 879-7199 door/Outdoor vendors on the waterway at Pioneer BRIGHT Cell Pier, (116 Taylor St), corner Hwy 12 & Michigan 939 Henry Street Painting (219) 861-7339 Michigan City InteriorInterior & & Exterior Exterior Blvd., MC. Thurs/8-3; Fri/37; Sat/8-3; Sun/11-3. Indiana 46360 September 17-21 -- At the Vickers Theatre: “The Texturing & Wallcovering Hurt Locker.” Starring Jeremy Renner, Anthony Mackie, Ralph Fiennes. Winner Venice Film Festi- val. Rated R. Thurs/Fri 9 pm; Sat/Sun 3:30 & 9 pm.; Mon 9 pm. Also Showing: “Departures.” A fi lm by Yojiro Takita. Academy Award Winner Best Foreign Language fi lm. Thurs thru Mon 6:15 pm. Rated PG- 13. Japanese with Eng. subtitles. Vickers Theatre, 219.879.9140 N Elm St., Three Oaks, MI. 269/756-3522 or www. 312.938.9140 vickerstheatre.com nplhinc.com LAWRENCE ZIMMER September 18 -- 15th Annual Golf Outing for La Lumiere School at Long Beach Country Club. Info: 219-326-7450 or www.lalumiere.org September 18 -- The Kusan Ensemble (music & dance ensemble from Ghana) at The Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three Oaks, MI. 8 pm Mi time. Tix $20; reserve at 269/756-3879 or www.acornthe- ater.com September 18-19 -- Farmer’s Market at School- house Shop, 278 E 1500 N, Chesterton, IN. Fri/Sat 10am-4pm. Info: 219/926-1551. September 19 -- Mainstreet Farmer’s Market, 8th & Washington streets, Michigan City. 8 am- °° noon. * /1, Ê
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Parties for all Occasions the Arts on the grounds of the Schoolhouse Shop, Sit-down Dinners - Full Bar Service Available ◆ 3848 N. FRONTAGE RD. - MICHIGAN CITY FREE Hall Rental Furnessville, IN. Sat/10 am-5 pm, Sun/11 am-5 pm. 219-873-1826 Monday-Thursday Includes 50 artists from 4 states. Free parking & THE September 17, 2009 Page 49 admission. Info: 219/926-1551. September 19-20 -- Duneland Harvest Festival Devens Home Remodeling, Inc. at Chellberg Farm, Dunes National Lakeshore. September 19-20 -- Chesterton Wizard of Oz "A Good Handyman is NOT Hard to Find!" Festival (downtown Chesterton). 70th anniversary Home repairs, maintenance and remodeling of the movie. Parade, real Munchkinds, character look-alike contest, crafts, teen dance, food, collec- Serving You Since 1990 219-861-3745 tors exchange & auction. Sat 9 am-5 pm; Sun 10 Matthew Devens, Owner Long Beach, IN 46360 am-4 pm. Info: www.ozfestivalchesterton.com or 219/926-9900. September 20 -- Michigan City Public Library resumes Sunday hours: 1-5 pm. BRICK REPAIR - QUALITY ROOFING September 20 -- Harbor Lights (a capella group) Chimneys • Tuck Pointing at the Memorial Opera House, 104 Indiana Ave., ALL MASONRY REPAIRS Valparaiso. 2 pm. Tix $20/adults, $15/seniors; re- 30 Yrs. Exp. • Free Est. serve at 219/548-9137 or www.mohlive.com Northern Ind. & Lower Mich. Glass Block September 20 -- Lyric in the Gardens by the Chimneys Windows Lake. Preview of Lyric Opera’s upcoming season at Gene Burke • 219-229-4109 (MC) • 219-324-8702 (LP) International Friendship Gardens. 4 pm. Tix $25 ea. concert or $40 for both; premier seating $35 ea. concert or $55 for both. Reserve at Star Tickets at 800-585-3737 or online at www.friendshipgardens. THE org. Phone 219/878-9885 for more info. In case of The rain, concert will be moved indoors. BOOKSTORE Eleventh Victim September 20 -- “Celebrate America’s Songbook- by Nancy Grace USO Style.” First of the New Buffalo Performing hardcover $25.99 Artist Series. 6:30 pm MI time at Village of Grand Beach Hall, 48200 Perkins Blvd., Grand Beach, MI. 1203 LIGHTHOUSE PLACE MICHIGAN CITY 219/879-3993 This concert only $15/at the door. Reception with refreshments following. 3 other performances add to the season ticket schedule: $45/adults, $18/stu- dents. Info: 269/231-5168 or visit www.nbfac.org or Ted Perzanowski, M.Div., B.A. email nbfi [email protected] September 20, 23 -- Film Screenings of “The 219.879.9155 Michigan City Garden,” an Academy Award nominated documen- inc 312.938.9155 Chicago tary. Sept 20 at 2 pm MC Public Library, and Sept. www.talktotedinc.com 23 at 7 pm at Purdue North Central, Library-Stu- An effective alternative [email protected] dent-Faculty Bldg. Assembly Hall Rm. 02. Free, to counseling and psychotherapy open to the public. A PNC Odyssey Event. September 26-27 -- Apple Cider Century Bicy- cle Tour. Ride 15,25,37,50,62,75 or 100 mile routes. Personnel on duty; spaghetti dinner after and pre- WARREN J. ATTAR Agent ride Ice Cream Social with entertainment. First Representing State Farm Since 1971 5,000 entries accepted before Sept. 27; register at My 24 Hour Good Neighbor Service Number is 888-877-2068 or www.applecidercentury.com (219) 874-4256 Farther Afi eld: STATE FARM 1902 E. US 20 • Evergreen Plaza Auto Michigan City, IN 46360 Through January 24, 2010 -- Appeal to Patriots: Life Fire INSURANCE Fax: (219) 874-5430 ® The Lincoln Highway on display at Center for His- www.warrenattar.com tory, 808 W. Washington St., South Bend, IN. Mon- Sat 10am-5pm; Sun noon-5pm. Eastern time. Adm. $8/adults, $6.50/seniors, $5/ages 6-17. 574/235-9664 or www.centerforhistory.org NEW FLEET OF CADILLACS Through March 19, 2010 -- Harley-Davidson: 24 Hour Transportation • All Occasions 709 Plaza Dr. Suite 2 #249 Building a Legend. 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“A” Flight Event: Donna Hennard Low Putts: Donna Hennard

“B” Flight Event: Linda Wilson Low Putts: Mary Weithers

“C” Flight Event: Susan Roule Low Putts: Nancy Henry

“D” Flight Event: Terry Deming Low Putts: Nancy Pavletic

Sunken Approaches: Rima Binder #16, Lynn Jacox #11, Kathy Brennan #16, Susan Roule #3, Donna Hennard #11

9 Hole League September 10, 2009 Event: Regular Golf

Championship Flight

Low Gross: Donna Hennard Low Net: Linda Wilson Putts: Judy Nicolosi

“A” Flight

Low Gross: Babs Ward Low Net: Mary Weithers Putts: Terry Deming

“B” Flight

Low Gross: Ann Donnellan Low Net: Jan Duffy Putts: Ann Donnellan

“C” Flight

Low Gross: Regina Bradley Low Net: Vangie Kuhn Putts: Nancy Thill

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SAVE YOUR PRECIOUS MEMORIES DIGITALLY ON CDs OR DVDs Home movies-slides-pictures transferred to CDs or DVDs HANDYMAN-HOME REPAIR-PLUMBING Wedding & Event Documentation. QUALITY CARPENTRY: Expert remodeling of kitchens, bathrooms. Corporate and Industrial Video Productions Also: doors, windows, skylights, ceramic tile, drywall, decks & repairs. Contact: Patrick Landers at Midwest Video Communications Small jobs welcome. Call Ed at 219/878-1791. 219-879-8433 or [email protected] • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ALTERATIONS PLUS. Clothing alterations. HIRE Sue’s HUSBAND 516 Wabash St., Michigan City. 219-874-0086. Is your list of household repair & maintenance projects growing? I AM A SHERIDAN BEACH YEAR ROUND RESIDENT who will check Small jobs welcome. - Quality Work. -- Call Ed Berent your property when you’re gone. Call 219-874-4995. @ 219/879-8200. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • PROFESSIONAL PET GROOMING. 10 yrs. exp. Ref. All dog breeds, cats, hair cuts, baths, nail trims, in my house or yours. 219-561-1275. H & H HOME REPAIR We specialize in: •Carpentry •Finished Basements •New Baths •Decks HOME HEALTH – CAREGIVERS •Electrical •Plumbing •Flooring • Ceramic Tile •Drywall/Painting • Power LIVE-IN CAREGIVERS AND MORE, INC. Washing. Jeffery Human, owner -- 219/861-1990. Local Employment Agency BILL SMART – Carpentry • Electrical • Plumbing helps people maintain their independence in the Winter watch service and sump pump replacement. security of their own homes since 1998 Serving Harbor Country since 2001 • 269-469-4407 We provide: HANDYMEN AT YOUR SERVICE. We can do most anything. Serving • 7 days/24 hours care and attention • day or night shift assistance Northern Indiana since 1989. Call Finishing Touch, Inc. 219-872-8817. • limited medical/nursing services • medication management BRICK REPAIR • QUALITY ROOFING • meal preparation • light housekeeping Gene Burke 219-324-8702 (LaP.) or 219-229-4109 (M.C.) Call Halina (219) 872-6221 leave message An alternative to nursing home HALE’S MASONRY. 219-879-8029. Fireplaces, brick, block, brick basement repair, chimneys, glass block, COMFORT KEEPERS real and cultured stone, cottage stone, tuck pointing, concrete, paving Providing Comforting Solutions For In-Home Care brick, patio, sealing, ceramic tile, decks and more. 30 yrs. experience. Homemakers, attendants, companions From 2 to 24 hours a day (including live-ins) HANDYMAN SPECIAL. Roofing, siding, doors, windows, Personal emergency response systems garage cleaning, etc. Call 219-872-5062 and ask for DeeDee. All of our compassionate caregivers are screened, PAUL’S CONSTRUCTION. Masonry restoration, bonded, insured, and supervised. new masonry and retaining walls. Call 219-362-5615. Call us at 219/872-5898 Or visit www.comfortkeepers.com PAINTING-DRYWALL-WALLPAPER WISTHOFF PAINTING -- REFERENCES VISITING ANGELS Small Jobs Welcome -- Call 219/874-5279 AMERICA’S CHOICE IN HOMECARE Select your Caregiver from our Experienced Staff! JEFFERY J. HUMAN INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING & STAINING 2-24 hour Care, Meal Preparation, Errands. Custom Decorating - Custom Woodwork - Hang/Finish Drywall Light Housekeeping, Respite Care for Families Power Washing – Deck Services - Wallpaper Removal All Caregivers screened, bonded, insured 28-Years experience. Insured. Ph. 219/861-1990. Call us today at 574-855-7727 or 269-612-0314 THE A & L PAINTING COMPANY -- INTERIOR & EXTERIOR Or visit www.visitingangels.com 20-YEARS EXPERIENCE. Also Power Wash, Seal & Paint Decks. IN Personal Service Agency License #09-011822-1 Seniors (65+) 10% off labor. References. Reasonable. Phone or fax 219/778-4145. Cell phone days 219/363-5450 SELF IMPROVEMENT - INSTRUCTIONS LAKE SHORE PAINTING & PRESSURE CLEANING. ENTERTAINM ENT & LESSONS. VOCAL & INSTRUMENTAL Free estimates. Call 219-872-6424 and ask for LeRoy. Call 219/872-1217. WAYNE’S PAINTING. From top to bottom, interior/exterior. Painting, HEALTH & PHYSICAL FITNESS staining, decks, pressure washing. Free est. Fully insured. 15 yrs. exp. • • • MASSAGE THERAPY & WELLNESS CENTER • • • SALE ON NOW TO MARCH ON INTERIORS & EXTERIORS. Therapeutic Massage • Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine • 219-363-7877 days; 219-778-2549 evenings. Ask for Wayne. Reflexology • Heated Stone Therapy • Salt Scrub • Pregnancy Massage • ROBERT ALLEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. – Painting & Decorating • Healing Touch • Chair Massage & Wellness Programs for Business • Interior-Exterior. Custom Painting. Wall Coverings. Drywall Repair Qigong • Personal Fitness • Gift Certificates Insured. Competitive Rates. Reliable. Call 219-840-1581. www.wellness-specialists.com DUNIVAN PAINTING & POWERWASHING 1026 N Karwick Rd. 219-879-5722 (Mon-Sat) Interior/Exterior • Power Washing Decks/Homes. For Evening/Weekend Appointments, Call our New Buffalo Local. Exp. Insured. Reasonable Rates. Call Brian at 219-741-0481. Location at the Harbor Grand Hotel 888-605-6800. JOSEPH PAINTING – Interior/Exterior. Free estimates. ACUPUNCTURE & HERBAL MEDICINE CENTER 219-879-1121 or 219-448-0733. Jennifer Huang, Licensed Acupuncturist -- Call 219/879-2100. WJ PAINTING. New Construction • Remodeling CLEANING - HOUSEKEEPING • Interior/Exterior • Custom Woodwork Finishing • Drywall Repair. PERSONAL TOUCH CLEANING -- Homes - Condos - Offices. Over 20 yrs. exp. Call Jay Harris at 219-809-1433. Day and afternoons available. - Call Darla at 219/879-2468.  LANDSCAPE-Lawns-Clean Up, Etc.  SUZANNE’S CLEANING H & D TREE SERVICE and LANDSCAPING, INC. -- 219/326-5578. Full service tree and shrub care. Trimming, planting, removal. CLEANING SOLUTIONS. Home & office cleaning services, Firewood, snowplowing, excavating. -- Call 872-7290. 12 yrs. exp. Insured, free estimates. Call 219-210-0580. FREE ESTIMATES THE Page 52 September 17, 2009

HEALY’S LANDSCAPE & STONE THE PINK ELEPHANT -- A SAVVY RESALE SHOP 219/879-5150 -- FAX 219-879-5344 510 LINCOLNWAY, LAPORTE, IN http://www.healysland.com - [email protected] PHONE 219-325-0340 FIREPLACE WOOD • Delivered and Stacked ** SPRING MULCH SALE ** Seasoned and Clean • $75. Call 219-874-3480. Hardwood Mulch Delivered $25/yard Chocolate & Red Mulch Delivered $30/yard EVERETT PIANO. Home Professional Model, like new, superb tonal Delivery Fee applies beyond 5 miles of yard. quality, beautiful pecan wood finish with bench. One of the best uprights made. Flagstone, Stone, Granite boulders, River Rock, Decorative gravel, Mulch 41” high, 58” wide. Less than half the new price. Sand, Topsoil, Payers, Unilock, Bellgard, Paveloc $1,400. Must pick up. Call 219-874-0250. Sleeper Sofa, Regular Sofa and Wooden Coffee Table. Landscaping, Stonescaping, Ponds, Patios, Walls, Pavers, Bricks Call 219-575-7501. Outdoor kitchens, Complete Landscape Design & Installation! Lawn Service, Tree work, Excavation, Leaf Clean-ups. REAL ESTATE COMMERCIAL – RENTALS/LEASE/SELL Dunegrass, Perennials, Evergreens, Grasses, Groundcovers, Annuals GARAGE AND BASEMENT OVERSTUFFED?  H&S SERVICES --2621 E. US HIGHWAY 12  GOLDEN SANDES STORE AND LOCK. Call 219/872-8946 4407 E. U.S. 12 (@ Hwy. 212) Spring clean-up, yearly maintenance provided Michigan City, IN. Rock, mulch, flagstone, screen topsoil 219/879-5616. Your One Stop for Landscape Needs OFFICE SUITE. 3 private offices and reception area. Expenses, except                          phone, paid. Well maintained, high traffic area. 2811 E. Michigan Blvd., ADDIE’S LAWN MAINTENANCE & Power Wash Yard Clean-Up • Michigan City. (219) 879-9188, 879-2700. Mowing • Aeration • Thatching • Stain & Seal • Residential & Commercial Free Est. Call 219-879-2017 or 219-448-0900. RENTALS INDIANA                          HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH   JIM’S LAWN SERVICE–WEEKLY RATES   3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. CALL 219-879-3733 -- Leave message. LONG BEACH COZY 3/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) • SANDCASTLE LANDSCAPING • Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/370-1745. Mick Wulff Certified Arborist              Tree Trimming & Removal • Landscape Maintenance DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB • 22 yrs. exp. Free estimates. LAKEFRONT CONDOS -- 2 and 3 bedrooms. • 219-878-3032 • [email protected] May-Oct. -- $1,200 to $2,000 per wk. (1 mo. min.). PAT’S TREE SERVICE. DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. Complete tree and landscaping service. HOUSE FOR RENT-OGDEN DUNES. Quiet semi-private beach commu- Experts in storm damage. Licensed and insured. Free estimates. nity. 3BR, 1.5BA, sleeps 6+2. Gas BBQ, big deck, screened porch, Call 219-362-5058. A/C, Satellite TV, stereo, all linens. Sat/Sun rentals $1200. Landscaping by: SMALL’S GARDEN CENTER Great family location. Cell 219-730-6486, H 219-763-3088. 219-778-2568. 1551 E. Hwy 20, LaPorte, IN 46350 CALL FOR RENTAL INFORMATION Custom Landscape Designs & Installation: Merrion & Assoc/ Realtors Retaining Walls –Block, Boulder, Timber, Ledge Rock 219-872-4000 or 866-496-1752 Brick—Patio, Walks, Driveways www.MerrionRealty.com Flagstone—Walks, Patio, Walls Ponds & Waterfalls—Complete Excavating/Site Preparation HOUSE FOR RENT ON LAKE SHORE DRIVE Clean-ups—Hydro Seeding & Sodding—Dunegrass 3/BR, 2BA. A/C. Frpl., W/D. Summer rentals avail. 13 ACRE GARDEN CENTER: Shade Trees—Evergreens, Shrubs, Also avail Sept thru May. $850/mo + util. Call 708/227-8756. Ground Cover & Perennials. Statuary, Fountains, Birdbaths, Pottery LOCATED ON 175E, ROLLING PRAIRIE. 3BR ranch w/6 acres. $1,400/ We Deliver Pulverized Topsoil, Mulch, Decorative Stone, monthly. Call Countywide Properties 219-324-6600. Driveway Stone, Sand, Paving Brick, Boulders, SHERIDAN BEACH – charming knotty pine cottage. 4BR, 2BA. C/A, Flagstone (White, Chestnut, Blue): Cut Drywall, Outcropping, Steppers, cable. ½ blk. to beach. Close to park, zoo and shopping. Ping pong and SMALL’S EXCAVATING • 219-778-2568 foosball for those rainy days. $1,200/wk. Call Pam 708-383-2635. Bulldozing • Excavating • Payloader Demolition HOUSE FOR RENT ON THE BEACH/LB. • Driveways • Site Preparation • We Dig Ponds or Lakes. 2BR, 2BA, D/W, W/D, A/C, TV/DVD, CABLE/HIS Hard working American looking for work! Services include landscape GOURMET KITCHEN, 2 FIREPLACES, ALL LINENS clean up, power washing, handyman repairs, and more! Please contact NO SMOKING, NO PETS Brian 219-861-8000 for fast free quotes. Thank You. CALL FOR AVAILABLE DATES (312) 925-2642. BEACHSIDE GARDENS & GIFTS EXECUTIVE RENTAL AVAILABLE: 5BR, 4.5BA English Tudor on ¾ acre FOR ALL YOUR GARDENING NEEDS in Duneland Beach has in-ground heated swimming pool, completely On US Hwy 12 across from Notre Dame Church private deck & patios, 3-car garage & over 4700 sq.ft. of exquisite living. 219-879-8878 [email protected] Just 3.5 blks. to Lake Michigan. Avail: 1 yr. lease at $3500/mo + util. www.beachsidegardens.com Seasonal rental avail. also. Call Phil @ 928-214-0291 or 928-214-0621 aft. 10:30 am. Contract Landscape Design/Installation, Lawn & Landscaping & Maintenance WINTER RENTAL LAKE SHORE DR. hillside. Certified Pesticide Applicators and Lawn & Garden fertilizer programs Great lake views. 4BR, 2BA, big deck, all amenities. Garden Maintenance* ASK about ORGANICS Oct-June $850/mo. + security deposit & utilities. Call 708-349-0442. nd JEFF’S LAWN CUTTING & MAINTENANCE. Heavenly work at M.C. NEW UPPER DUPLEX. W/D inside the unit! 1br + office or 2 BR. Earthly prices. Power washing, deck staining. Free est. 219-872-7622. All appl. Incldg. lg. fridge, micro. Cable wifi avail. Pets case by case w/ terms. Year round. Beach, PNC, South Shore line. Driveway and off-street. TREE TRIMMING • Storm damage clean up. Corner lot, shade trees, quiet location. Specializing in small jobs. Free estimates. Call 219-229-1050. $600/mo. + elec. Call 703-599-8337. Photos avail. WANT TO SELL FALL/WINTER RENTAL -- CHARMING COUNTRY HOME - STOP 33 PAINT SALE • Oils • Acrylics • W/C • BUY 2 GET 3 - FIRME’S Sept. thru May/June. 2 blks. from lake. Fully furnished, well decorated. (2 Stores) 11th & Franklin Streets, Michigan City - 219/874-3455 3BR, 2BA. Family room w/fireplace. Sun room. 2 car garage. A/C. W/D. Hwy 12, Beverly Shores - Just West of Traffic Light - 219/874-4003 Patio & deck. No pets, no smoking. $850/mo. Call 708-784-9866. THE September 17, 2009 Page 53

CHARMING LONG BEACH TWO STORY HOME Stop 20 - Newly redone - 4/BR, 2/Bath. Furnished - No Pets. PNC Brownbag Series Looks at Diversity Washer/dryer. 1/4 Block to beach. $850/mo + utilities. Avail Sept’09 - June ‘10 - Call 708/717-8883. Purdue University North Central will present a “SHORELAND HILLS 10 Rental.” 3BR, 2BA, nicely furn., Wash/Dry, Brownbag Series in the coming months, with PNC 2 blks. to Lake. Avail. now-6/30/10. $775/mo. includes outdoor mainte- faculty, staff and community members leading pro- nance, but not utilities. No pets or smokers. grams that center on the topic of “diversity.” Call Bob N. at (800) 899-2699. “Must See to Appreciate.” The seminars will vary in style and subject, but FALL-WINTER RENTAL. 4BR, 2BA, on Lake Shore Drive. Beautiful kitchen, beautiful house. Avail. now-May 31. Call 773-559-3563. all will share the intent of presenting topics and is- M.C. NEW 2BR, 1BA main floor unit. Appl. & laundry facility incl. sues that can contribute to the development of tol- Avail. Oct. 1. $650/mo. + NIPSCO & sec. dep. Call 219-448-1380. erant, inclusive campus and community cultural SHERIDAN BEACH WINTER RENTAL. 3BR/2.5BA fully furnished practices. Some presenters will feature short fi lm & very spacious! $750/mo + utilities or $1,100/mo includes utilities. clips or interactive pieces that will stimulate con- See pics @ http://www.vrbo.com/41711 email [email protected] or phone 970-708-7379. versation and discussion, others will present ideas HOUSE FOR RENT – 1714 MANHATTAN ST., Michigan City. for open dialogue and sharing of views and experi- Just steps from St. Anthony Hospital. 2 floors, 2 kitchens, ences. 4BR, 2BA. 2 livings rooms, 1 floor could be perfect in-law quarters. Separate entrances. $1,100/mo. No utilities included. The Brownbag Series is coordinated by Bob Mel- Ref. & credit check necessary. Call Pat 312-965-0997. lin, continuing lecturer of English. WINTER RENTAL LAKE SHORE DRIVE The seminars will be presented in the PNC Li- Great lake + dune views, 4BR, 3.5BA, 2 decks, 2 fireplaces, beautiful brary-Student-Faculty Building Room 170A, locat- chefs kitchen, fully furnished, attached garage. Oct 1-May 31 $1,000/mo. + security deposit & utilities. No Smokers. ed just off the PNC cafeteria, from noon to 1 p.m. Call 219-879-1318. They are free and open to the public and guests may WINTER RENTAL IN SAUGANY LAKE community. Completely bring their lunch. Varying opinions are welcome. refurbished 1931 cottage. 2BR, 2BA, furn. $400/mo + util. 941-661-9660. The series begins Sept. 23 with Sarah Sanders WINTER RENTAL IN SAUGANY LAKE community. 3BR, 2BA, Smith, assistant professor of Organizational Lead- 2 decks, fire pit, fully furn. $650/mo + util. Call 941-661-9660. SHERIDAN BEACH. Huge 1BR, 1BA across from beach. ership & Supervision, and local resident Gerrie A/C, W/D. Year round $650/mo. Call 219-872-4446. Grott presenting “My Story.” Grott was born with, M.C. NEW 2BR, 1BA main floor unit. Appl. & laundry facility incl. what some would defi ne as, a disability. Her parents Avail. Oct 1. $650/mo. + NIPSCO & sec. dep. Call 219-448-1380. did not listen to the advice they were given to send WINTER RENTAL in Long Beach. Furnished lg. living room w/fireplace, her away. She will relate her life story, her family’s dinette, kit, 2BR, Florida room, patio to private beach. No Pets. $950/mo + util., Sec. dep., credit check. Call 219-874-6969. courage and her success in life. Sanders Smith is a UPPER APARTMENT w/bay window overlooking Franklin St. Lg. living member of the PNC Chancellor’s Diversity Commit- rm, dinette, kitchen, 1BR. NO PETS Sec. dep. & credit check req’d. tee. As a daughter of a father with multiple sclero- $630/mo w/utilities. 908 Franklin St. Call 219-874-6969. sis, she is aware of what it is like to overcome adver- 3BR BEACH BUNGALOW, year lease, 3 blks. to Lake Michigan. Avail. Nov. 1. Oak cabinets, laminate floors, newer bath, lots of privacy. sities. Grott’s story is one of her favorites! Credit check. $800/mo. Broker/Owner. Call 219-363-6818. Further information about the series can be ob- Right on Lake Shore Dr. – 333 Lake Shore Dr. 1BR, 1BA Condo with tained by contacting Mellin at 872-0527, ext. 5215. access to Association Pool and Spa in season. Steps to beach. Could be Persons with disabilities needing accommodations furn./unfurn., W/D, d/w, open floor plan. Long Term Lease only-$875/mo including utilities. Please call 219-210-1731 should contact ext. 5215. or email [email protected] RENTALS MICHIGAN Michigan, New Buffalo, Village of Grand Beach. Lake front home, 3BR Give-Back Dinner at Bentwood just 42 steps down to this private beach on Lake Michigan. Enjoy sunsets from this lakeside deck. Aug. 22 thru Sept 6 for $1800 per wk. The arrival of fall means that Give-Back Dinners 708-212-1637. at Bentwood Tavern are back FALL/WINTER RENTAL. Oct thru May/June. 1-1/2 blks. from private During a give-back event, Bentwood Tavern beach. 2BR, 1BA great room, w/ wood burning stove. Fully fenced yard. donates 50% of all food and beverage purchases Attached garage. Furnished. 1 pet welcome. $1,050/mo + util. ½ mo. dep. References checked. Call 773-275-0981. throughout the night to a worthy local organiza- FLORIDA RENTALS tion. This year, the fi rst group to benefi t will be Big Brothers Big Sisters of Berrien and Cass Counties ANNA MARIA ISLAND (Holmes Beach) 2BR, 2BA Gulf beachfront condo. Beach and poolside decks, heated pool. on Tues., Sept. 22nd. Monthly rental only.Sam Harnish, 219-879-3265. In 2008-2009, the success of these events meant  REAL ESTATE FOR SALE  that $11,215 went to organizations in the area. INDIANA-LaPorte on Pine Lake in Shore Acres. 511 Closser Ave. ½ For more information about the Give-Back Din- blk. to beach. Home sits on 3-lots with beautiful cross light. Birch floors, ner series or Bentwood Tavern, visit www.bent- 2-fireplaces & spacious room sizes. $189,900. View property on www.forsalebyowner.com (listing #21766749) or call 708-212-1637. woodtavern.com. To learn more about Big Broth- STOP 31. Beautiful Shoreland Hills home. 3BR, 2.5BA on 2 lots. ers Big Sisters of Berrien and Cass Counties, visit Asking $349,000 by owner. Call 219-879-7105 or 708-372-1722. www.bbbsofbc.org THE Page 54 September 17, 2009

The Eleventh Victim by Nancy Grace of her clients uncharacteristically misses It you have cable TV and watch CNN, an appointment and phone calls to her are you must have watched Nancy Grace and unanswered. The next day, a NYPD detec- her hard hitting current affairs show, some tive shows up at Hailey’s offi ce and tells her praise and others condemn. No matter what she is wanted for questioning in the death you think of her, Nancy Grace is a respected of Melissa Everett, Hailey’s missing client... legal analyst and her show is popular, con- Like best selling author Clive Cussler troversial and certainly worth a watch and and others, Nancy Grace now takes the listen. She is a former prosecutor and a vic- story in several other directions with story tim of violent crime herself, probably why lines that seem disconnected to Hailey, but she went on in life to become a very success- will all come together in the most unusual ful prosecutor in Atlanta -- how about 100 way… convictions in 100 cases? That’s pretty impressive. First, we meet Clarence Carter, Judge on the Also impressive is Nancy’s debut novel… Georgia State Supreme Court, “C.C.” to his friends. No surprise that our heroine is an Atlanta pros- A hard drinking, stripper loving man with delusions ecutor. Her name is Hailey Dean and she has suc- of grandeur in a really big way! He has his eyes on cessfully put away many felons in her stellar career. the governorship of Georgia, and heck, maybe a run A career that actually started out with a degree in for the White House in a few years! He’s quite a psychology. That career choice was cut short with character -- but can he be bought? Remember, the the horrifi c murder of her fi ance, Will. When Hailey bigger they are, the harder and farther down, they fi nally pulled herself together after Will was buried, fall... she changed her schooling to include a law degree... Then we go off the coast of Georgia to the beau- Case after mind numbing case passed in front tiful dune country of St. Simons Island, for years of Hailey; years of looking at crime scene photos, populated by a few families who had lived there for nights spent pouring over testimony and evidence, generations. Now the island seems to be the object and days in the courtroom attacking the defense of future wealth for none other than the head of the and setting the foundation for her rock solid pros- Democratic Party in Georgia, Floyd Moye Eugene. ecution record. High rise condos on the beach could bring in real- This last case, however, has drained her. Eleven ly big bucks. Did I mention that Judge C.C. was a victims. All strangled, then stabbed with a four- Democrat? Hmmm, could be a connection here...you pronged poultry lifter. Oh, and the perp always left scratch my back and I’ll scratch yours? a calling card: a piece of bakery twine left in some Then there’s Virginia Gunn, one of the aforemen- obvious place, like the fi nal touch of a master work tioned residents of the island, sort of a one-woman -- the sick mark of a mad man terribly proud of his Greenpeace with her “family” of six Dachshunds work. and a contingency of fellow neighbors who may be Clint Burrell Cruise was arrested and tried for getting in over their head with the environmental the eleven murdered women, all prostitutes. All issues... except for the last one whose mother called Hailey All in all, this is one entertaining book, no matter begging her to clear her daughter’s name, knowing, Nancy Grace is the author or not! The characters, she said, that her daughter was not a hooker. After while somewhat stereotyped, jump off the pages in looking at the evidence, Hailey had to agree that blazing color, clearly defi ned and clearly grab your there was something different about LaShondra attention. Williams’ death, but Clint was declared guilty of all Author Leslie Glass said, “The passionate, been- eleven murders. As the verdict was read, he lunged there voice of America’s Queen of Crime makes this over the table at Hailey, grabbing her by the neck a must-read for Nancy Grace fans. And everyone before guards could drag him away. who loves a dark and truly twisted tale.” Something gave way in Hailey after that trial, A portion of the proceeds of the sale of this book and she decided to chuck the job, leave Atlanta and will go to the Wesley Glen Ministries in Macon, make a new start in New York City with a new job: Georgia, a non-profi t ministry of the United Meth- back to her original career of psychology and open- odist Church. Their program is aimed at mentally ing a private therapy practice. disabled children and taking care of them in a home You’d think that would be the end of the story, environment after their parents die or unable to right? Wrong. That’s where it all begins... take care of them. Read more at www.wesleyglen- Hailey loves her new life, her new job, and the ministries.org new friends she’s made with several of her clients Till next time, happy reading! and others in her offi ce building. That is, until one THE September 17, 2009 Page 55

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

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2 BRISTOL DRIVE, KIMBALL WOODS 5 JAMESTOWN, KIMBALL WOODS This wonderful 3 bedroom home located in Kimball Woods Nestled within the trees is this beautiful 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath fl ows nicely from room to room. It is a ranch home built in 1993 home. There is plenty of space in this two story home with room with the convenience of one level living. The spacious living for an additional 4th bedroom over the garage area. You have room, w/fi replace at one end, has a bank of windows overlook- the high ceilings and open concept living, main fl oor fi nished ing the patio. It is private and wooded and yet a neighborhood laundry room, a tiered deck off the living room and large covered setting. Very charming! porch. Whether full-time or vacation home, come take a look! Call Ed Merrion @ 219-872-4000 $298,500 Call Michele Cihak @ 219-861-2073 $298,000

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3602 LAKE SHORE DRIVE, DUNELAND BEACH 204 MAPLEWOOD TRAIL, SHORELAND HILLS Breath Taking views from the front of this house resting 30' Here it is! Make this 3 bedroom, 3 bath home your home. above Lake Michigan and watching over the singing sands of There are vaulted ceilings, skylights, and a fi replace upstairs. Duneland Beach's resident only beach. Sitting on a 60' x 166' The lower level walkout is another great area with its own fi re- lot that angles for views to the North & West. Built in 1975, there place and would be great as a game room or den. There is lots are 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths and 2488 sq. feet of living space. of storage space for your summer toys and room for friends! Stop by and see Ed on Sunday, Sept. 20. Comes with deeded beach rights to Stop 31 beach access. Call Ed Merrion @ 219-872-4000 $1,225,000 Call Michele Cihak @ 219-861-2073 $374,000

LOOK FOR US ON THE INTERNET! • www.MerrionRealty.com Debbie Burke, GRI, ABR, RECS Ed Merrion*, CRS, GRI John Hayes, GRI, ABR Tricia Meyer Carol Hazelgrove* Michele Cihak*, ABR Debbie Mengel Jim McGah* Cathy Blum Lynne Legge Jim Laughlin Dave Angus *Licensed in IN & MI THE Page 56 September 17, 2009 CENTURY 21 Long Beach Realty 1401 Lake Shore Drive ~ 3100 Lake Shore Drive 123 (219) 874-5209 ~ (219) 872-1432 T www.c21longbeachrealty.com Open 7 Days a Week

3711 Powhatan 601 Lake Shore Drive

MAXIMUM PRIVACY in this 3 bedroom Michiana Shores 2 (50x250) LOTS on Lake Shore Drive with 3 bedroom home. Energy efficient upgrades made during remodel in home situated for spectacular lake views. 2 full baths, new 1986. Surrounded by woods and native landscaping, deck fireplace with wrap around decks and several patios. Guest suite in lower walk-out has a full kitchen, bedroom and and porch are serene getaways to watch the wildlife. Return bath. The property will allow for 2 more building sites. from the beach to the hot tub or sauna. $539,000 $598,000 2306 Lake Shore Drive 624 Colfax

MAGNIFICENT ESTATE on 280’ of the finest sand in Lake AT THE BEACH with dazzling lake views. 3 units on 3 Michigan. Exquisitely remodeled. Sweeping Lake Michigan levels with separate HVAC. Parking for 12 cars. Could easily views. 8,000 sq. ft. of luxurious living space includes convert to 3 condos or single family living. $498,000 exercise room and temperature controlled wine cellar. Master bedroom suite has master bath, sitting room and walk-in closet. $3,700,000

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