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Volume 19, Number 23 Thursday, June 12, 2003

Happy Father’s Day A Dad is a person who is loving and kind, And often he knows what you have on your mind. He’s someone who listens, suggests, and defends. A Dad can be one of your very best friends! He’s proud of your triumphs, but when things go wrong, A Dad can be patient and helpful and strong.

In all that you do, a Dad’s love plays a part. There’s always a place for him deep in your heart. And each year that passes, you’re even more glad, More grateful and proud just to call him your Dad! Thank you, Dad... for listening and caring, for giving and sharing, but, especially, for just being you!

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Honoring Our Grand Old Flag by Paula McHugh

National Flag Week, in which we are requested to Some thirty years earlier, at the request of President fly our flags each day, culminates this Saturday with George Washington, Mary Pickersgill’s mother, National Flag Day and the Pause for the Pledge of Rebecca Flower Young, created a flag that became known Allegiance... as the Grand Union Flag. In 1813, Mary Pickersgill The National Pause for the Pledge, celebrating its was asked by Fort McHenry commander Colonel 24th anniversary this year, asks all of us across the coun- Armistad to create two flags, a large one and a small- try to pause at 6 p.m. (CDT) to recite—in one unit- er one for inclement weather. The flag and banner maker ed voice—the words that all American citizens know was paid $500 for her work. Francis Scott Key saw by— and in— their hearts. Pickersgill’s banner still waving after the British In 1985, President rockets failed to destroy the fort in September, Ronald Reagan signed 1814. PL 99-44 , making The writer of the Star Spangled Banner had National Pause for the boarded the British vessel to negotiate the release Pledge an official part of of a friend who was being held prisoner. Although the annual Flag Day cel- the captors were civil—actually gracious— they would ebration. not allow the Americans to leave the gunship What started as a until after they had completed their mission of grassroots movement in bombing Fort McHenry. The Brits were concerned 1980, the National Pause that Key and the released captive might give for the Pledge of away their secret location and spoil the Allegiance is headquar- mission. So, it was from the vantage tered at the Star Spangled point of the British gunship that Francis Flag House at Fort Scott Key witnessed the bombardment McHenry, Maryland throughout the night. The Brits under the sponsorship of failed to destroy the fort, and the National Flag Day at dawn’s first light Key Foundation. It was at was ecstatic to see that Fort McHenry that the his country’s flag was, huge 30 by 42-foot flag indeed, still flying. sewn by Mary Young Had Fort McHenry’s Pickersgill gave lawyer commander, Colonel Francis Scott Key the Armistad, flown Mary inspiration to write a Pickersgill’s smaller flag, poem about the proudly Key probably would not waving banner he saw have seen it. In that case, early in the morning as he we would be singing stood on a British gun- either “America” or boat. Mary Pickersgill, a “Yankee Doodle Dandy”— widow who inherited her also suggested as our mother’s banner-making national anthem but skills, created the flag voted down by Congress with 15 stars and 15 in favor of The Star stripes representing the Spangled Banner. original 13 colonies plus Vermont and Kentucky. June 12, 2003 Page 3

Is there an American Citizen over the age of seven who does not know the symbolism of the Stars and Open ‘til 6 p.m. Stripes? Mary Pickersgill’s 15 stripes have reverted Evenings back to 13 to represent the original colonies. Each of the stars represent one of our 50 states. Less well known is our Flag’s color symbolism. Red was chosen to symbolize hardiness and courage; blue—loyalty, vig- ilance, perseverance and justice; and white, purity and www.littlehousefashions.comElegant Apparel for the freedom. [email protected] Conscious Woman Claims of just who or what organization actually Women’s Apparel founded Flag Day vary. Some historians suggest that Wisconsin schoolteacher Bernard Cigrand (who later MIX & MATCH 1/2 PRICE SALE! became a professor of dentistry at Northwestern Buy 1st piece at regular price, University and also created the official seal for the City get the 2nd at 1/2 price! of Chicago) originated what he termed “Flag Birthday” for his pupils in 1885. Flag Day events originally focused on children, but in 1914, Secretary of the Interior Franklin K. Lane delivered an address whose words about the Flag we leave you with: Woman’s Apparel. Classic lines and gorgeous novelty “I am what you make me; nothing more. I swing jacket dresses and pant suits take you from casual days before your eyes as a bright gleam of color, a symbol into night. 100% Cotton. Washable. of yourself.”

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Who was Mary Pickersgill? She was born Feb. 12, 1776 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Her father died when she was only two years old and her mother, Rebecca Young, supported her family by making flags, first in Philadelphia and then in Baltimore. Mary was married to John Pickersgill on Oct. 2, 1795. They moved to Philadelphia and had four children.Unfortunately, only one child, daughter Caroline, survived. She was born on June 12, 1800. Husband John worked for the American government in the British Claims Office in London. He died there on June 14, 1805. Mary then had sole responsibility for caring for her 7 year-old daughter and her 74 year-old mother. What to do? Follow in her mother’s footsteps, of course. Mary took up sewing and flag-making. The family was living in Baltimore near the waterfront at this time, so making ship’s flags made perfect sense. Because she became well-known for her expertise, Mary was approached by Commodore Joshua Barney and 3 piece 2 piece Safari 3 piece General John Stricker to make two flags for Fort Safari Pant Set Dress & Jacket Safari Capri Set McHenry in 1813. One was a storm flag, and the $147 $114 $141 other a 30 ft. by 42 ft. flag. The big banner was the flag that Francis Scott Meet Us For Lunch And A Style Show Key saw “by the dawn’s early light” and provided the THURSDAY, JUNE 12 - ROSKOE’S, LA PORTE inspiration for our national anthem. By way of a P.S., Mary is also credited with being THURSDAY, JUNE 19 - TIPPECANOE PLACE, SOUTH BEND the first Baltimore woman to direct a charity orga- 409409 AlexanderAlexander StreetStreet LaPorte,LaPorte, IN IN 326-8602 nization: “The Impartial Humane Female Society,” to OnOn Hwy Hwy 35 35 - - 55 BlocksBlocks South ofof Lincolnway Lincolnway find jobs and provide funds to widows and deserted TTurnurn RightRight on Alexander Monday - Friday 9:30 to 7 Saturday 9:30 to 5 wives. Monday-Friday 10 to 6 Saturday 9:30 to 5 Page 4 June 12, 2003 51st Annual Flag Day in Three Oaks This yearly event will take place Thurs., June 12 through Sun., June 15 in various locations in Three Oaks, Michigan. A daily carnival will start Thursday at 4 p.m. at St. Mary’s Field and continue through Sunday. Carla Wallenda’s “Aerial Thrill Show” takes place at 4 p.m. on Thurs. (other performances on Sat. at 10 a.m. and Sun. at noon), followed by a teen dance at the Lions Club Tent from 8-11 p.m. ($3 per person cover). WEEKENDS “Art in the Park” will take place in Carver Park on NOON-5 PM Sat. & Sun., from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday events include slow pitch softball at 9 a.m.; volleyball tournament all day; a pet parade at 10:30 COME RIDE ALL THE STEAM TRAINS a.m. at Carver Park; watermelon eating contest (kids Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays only) at 1:30 p.m. The River Valley Garden Club & Sun Flower Garden Club will hold a flower show on Sat. from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Three Oaks Library. THROUGHOUT THE SUMMER! A South Shore concert will take place at 7 p.m. on “Rain or Shine” Saturday at Dewey Cannon Park. Sunday starts off with a pancake & sausage break- Three railroad rides NEW BUFFALO fast at the Three Oaks Fire Station from 8 a.m.- ROUTE 12 steam-up every weekend. I-94 (exit 1) noon. There will also be a library book sale, Southwestern Our Gift Shop features a HESSTON ☛ STEAM Michigan Car Collector’s Club on display from 9 large selection of Thomas 1000 N MUSEUM FAIL R

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Toys for children. ROAD p.m. The big parade steps off at 3 p.m. from downtown On LaPorte County Road 1000 N. ROUTE 20 (219) 872-5055 Three Oaks to the American Legion grounds. FREE Parking and INDIANA TOLL RD (exit 49) For more information, and a complete schedule of No Admission Charge LaPORTE events, phone 800/362-7251 or www.harborcountry.org June 12, 2003 Page 5 6

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Earth Day in May was held on Saturday, blender, which was turned May 31st, by the Save the Dunes on to mix up the new recy- Conservation Fund at Barker House & cled paper. Then this mix- Nature Preserve, 444 Barker Road in ture was poured onto a Michigan City. Even though it was not a screen and the extra water “warm day in May,” many fun activities and was pressed out into a con- events took place that afternoon, and every- tainer. The screen was one there had a great time. turned over and the final David Drake, of Beverly Shores, wel- mixture poured onto waxed comed visitors to the event and helped paper to dry. I tried my hand suggest where they could park. He was at making recycled paper, the treasurer and has been affiliated with which I took home with me. the Save the Dunes Conservation Fund for six years. Inside the gate, Julie Smith of Long Beach (a volunteer and the curator) has been involved for only about six months. She knows the Bensons who are on the Board David Drake welcomes visitors to and actively involved. She helped Lonna and Earth Day at Barker House & Nature Earl Temkin sign in for a gift drawing. Preserve. “We live right across the street,” they told me, “and we haven’t seen the house since some time ago when it was toured by the Girl Scouts.”

(on l.) Kathy Smeets with son Mike; (on r.) Don Squires & Randi Light holding recycled paper mixture.

Julie Smith (on l.) helps Earl & Lonnie Temkin sign in for a drawing.

Randi Light, Board member, said, “So many people are putting so much effort into making the event happen!” She mentioned the Toyota Hybrid car, which runs half on gas and half on electric. “We’ll have rides,” Randi added. At the stand for making recycled paper, Randi held up some that had been made, while Don Squires of Chesterton, Treasurer of the Board, helped Kathy Smeets and son Mike make paper of their own. The process involved putting small pieces of old Tree Lavendusky (on l.) answers questions from newspaper, some live flowers, and water into a Jamie Claus & son Zachary (on r.). June 12, 2003 Page 7

At another table, Jamie Claus & son Zachary (six) of Cedar Lake had their questions answered by Tree Lavendusky of the staff and now administrative assistant. She’s been associated with the Fund for a year, and helped put this big event together. Meanwhile, Steve Ball was entertaining with his guitar in the center of the outside area. He plays at Casey’s in New Buffalo, at Billy Jack’s and Aberdeen in Valparaiso, and at various other places in J. F. New (on r.) shows Don &Linda Szeszycki the this area. Before long, photo display and live native plants. Steve put on gloves, Nearby, J. F. New was showing Don & Linda while others added Szeszycki the photo display and the live native plants. hats to help keep warm He said, “These plants are not dug; they are cultivated. on this chilly after- One plant that loves clay grows 6 to 12 feet tall, like noon. a sunflower stalk, and has little yellow flowers. The Taking the Earth leaves of the cup plant are perforated around the Day pledge to conserve stem and water stays in the little cup in the center and recycle items were of the plant. Then birds can come and get a drink of Vanessa Sjarhein & water there. Some of the plants, like the yarrow, In the center of the outside area, Megan Adamczewski of need at least six hours of day of pure sun.” Linda told Steve Ball plays his guitar. Chesterton and Katie me, “We used to live in Wheaton, Illinois, but we Adkins of Walkerton. Valerie Taylor helped Patrick bought a house in Niles last August. It has a wet area Schaefer of Ogden Dunes sign his conservation pledge. in the back (between us and our neighbors), which we want to let ‘go wild.’ We’ll take some native plants home with us today to plant there.”

Vanessa Sjarhein, Megan Adamczewski & Kate Adkins take a conservation pledge. Sisters Dorothy & Ann Potcek (on l.) serve food to Mick Wulff, Elma Thiele, & Marilyn Sommers (on r.) Inside the Barker House, sisters Dorothy & Ann Potcek were serving food. They’ve been members of the Save the Dunes Council since 1961. Getting something to eat were Mick Wulff, Elma Thiele, and Marilyn Sommers of La Porte. Marilyn’s mother, Marian Marsh (who is 91) was with her and has visited here for a month annually, coming since 1935. Elma Thiele is the Director of Richardson Wildlife Sanctuary in Dunes Acres. Mick Wulff is the President of the Michigan City Tree Board. Mick said, “We’re an advisory board, advising the mayor’s office and the city so that the right trees can be put in the right spots. Valerie Taylor (on r.) holds Patrick Schaefer’s Earth Day ribbon while he holds his signed conservation pledge. Earth Day Continued on Page 8 Page 8 June 12, 2003

Earth Day Continued from Page 7 large bubble (“Wow!” the kids said.) and compared it 76% of the trees in the city are of the Maple variety, to the thin air around our planet Earth. He said, “It and we want to get away from those in case there’s is important to open up our minds and we also need a disease which kills trees.” laughter to give us some perspective on things. Do you I spoke briefly to Chef Perry, who was present for know that an adult is a deteriorated child? But the first time at this Save the Dunes fundraiser. “I’m remember that these are only my opinions, and after a good cook,” he said, “and my burritos and wraps are my presentation, we will have a Question and Answer fresh, homemade, and yummy!” Outdoors, the Girl session.” Scouts were selling lemonade and hot cider & hot choco- late. Hot drinks were a good idea for such a cool day.

Professor W. W. Oops entertains a room full of people in the Dance Hall. Rides were available on the electric cars and Randi Light took a ride on the electric scooter. Ron Johnson of Michigan City owned the scooter, while Walter Lightfoot gave rides in his electric car. The Dunes County Minstrels (Dot Pakan, Gary & Susan Brown) were now Park Ranger Kim Holsen helps sisters Alyssa & Autumn Robinson & Lindsey Diggs play Dunes Jeopardy. entertaining underneath the trees. At a nearby table, Harmony Corbett of Hilke’s Nutrition Center in Valpo Outside, Park Ranger Kim Holsen, who works at showed Tzippi Waternov of Gary (a Volunteer and a the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, was helping visitor) the various nutritional items available at sisters Alyssa & Autumn Robinson & Lindsey Diggs Hilke’s. I sampled some of the items and found them of Michigan City play Dunes Jeopardy by answering very good. questions about saving or conserving things. At another table, Kazimir Zaranski and Cameron O’Brien made changes to a construction site, which was set up there, with help from Volunteers Susan Mihalo and Mary Fulghmn.

Entertainment by the County Minstrels: (l. to r.) Dot Pakan, Gary & Susan Brown. With cold ears and cold hands making me shiver, I decided to “call it a day”—but a day of fun-filled things to do and see! Save the Dunes Conservation Fund was established in 1994 to preserve, protect, and restore the Kazimir Zaranski & Cameron O’Brien (on l.) make changes to the con- Indiana Dunes and all natural resources in Northwest struction site with help from Susan Mihalo & Mary Fulghmn (on r.). Indiana’s Lake Michigan Watershed for an enhanced Inside the Dance Hall, Professor W. W. Oops regaled quality of life. Save the Dunes Council has worked since the many people who came to see his show of magic 1952 to establish, expand, and protect the Indiana Dunes and science and to learn about conservation. He had National Lakeshore. If you are interested in helping a blue balloon, which represented the earth. Stating either of these organizations, call 219-879-3937 or log that the planets are 70% water, Prof. Oops blew a very onto www.savedunes.org. June 12, 2003 Page 9

Fun for All Ages DrawingCash 10 p.m. Raffle Sunday 2003 Grand Prize $5,000 Second Prize $2,000 Third Prize $1,000 Plus bonus drawings Queen of All Lic. #100243 Saints Festival June 11 through 15 Barker & Woodland Ave., Michigan City, Indiana ENTERTAINMENT FOOD “Battle of the Bands” Wednesday The Joes for every taste and palate including Francis Buxton 6:30-9:30 p.m. Class Act… Elephant Ears Cotton Candy Pizza and more Brats Egg Rolls Rib Tips Thursday Corn Dogs Chili Dogs Hot Dogs Hamburgers Pork Tenderloins 6:30-10 p.m. Philly Steak Sandwiches Fried Rice Knights of Columbus Friday White Chicken Dinner 1 p.m. Sunday Dove Fresh Lemonade 7:30-11:30 p.m. and much more!

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Botanist Nicole Kalkbrenner flags the location of a Starflower, one of the many blossoms unique to Wintergreen Woods Nature Preserve in preparation for the June 14 dedication.

The public is invited to attend the dedication of Wintergreen Woods Nature Preserve on Sat., June 14, at 1 p.m., at the property location, on 925 North at 3501 West, in LaPorte County. Following a brief dedication ceremony, this unique wet boreal flatwood forest will be open for guided tours until 3 p.m Wintergreen Woods is unique in Indiana as a location where plants brought from northerly climates by glacial action still thrive. More than 121 nature species, three of which are considered rare or threat- ened, have been identified on the property. John Bacone, Director Division of Nature Preserves, Indiana Department of Natural Resources, will be the main speaker at the formal dedication at 1 p.m. Dennis Richardson, president of the Conservation Trust, will introduce other invited guests for brief remarks. Refreshments will be served. Purchased in 2000 by the LaPorte County Conservation Trust, Inc., with assistance from the indiana Heritage Trust Funds and the Save the Dunes Environmental Fund, the property was designated by the Natural Resources Commission as an Indiana State Nature Preserve in 2002. The preserve was named for the wintergreen, a northerly plant, which is widespread on the property. Other species unique to the area are paper birch- es, white pines, several native orchids, a great number of ferns, mosses and sedges, and such wildflowers as goldthread, Canada mayflower and lesser pyrola. Pileated woodpeckers and other unusual birds, ani- mals and amphibians are known to frequent the property. A marked trail and written guide identify some of these notable sites. Because the trail remains natural, visitors are advised to dress casually with sturdy shoes. Parking is available along the county road. Christian Siewert Tel: 269-756-2571 For more information, phone Dennis Richardson, 219/778-2810. June 12, 2003 Page 13 Lakeshore & Country Donna Hofmann, Broker COLDWELL BANKER Residential Brokerage Chesterton Office #1 in Listings/Sales Since 1991 1-219-763-8754 Net: http://www.dhofmann.com

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Sheree Wheeler-Gudeman and Teri Sue Wines will star in “Side Show.” Fri., June 13, marks the opening of the Dunes Summer Theatre’s 52nd season. The critically acclaimed Broadway hit, “Side Show,” is based on the true story of Daisy and Violet Hilton, conjoined twins, who started their lives in a circus side show/freak show and ended up making it big on the vaudeville circuit in the 1930s. Sheree Wheeler-Gudeman of Kouts and Teri Sue Wines of Buchanan play the Siamese twins. You may remember Teri and Sheree as the female leads in last season’s production of the award-winning “Jekyll & Hyde” at the Dunes. Featured in the cast are Scot McDonald of South Bend, Martin Bertucci of Portage, Kyle McKanna of Valparaiso and Tory O. Davis of Chicago. Mark Michalak of New Buffalo directs this compelling musical. The ensemble chorus consists of a fortune teller, harem girls, the bearded lady, the fat lady, the can- nibal king, and other assorted freaks in a circus side show. There are some glitzy vaudeville type dance numbers thrown in for good measure. The music ranges from gospel to rock to ballads as the songs of “Side Show” spin out the twins’ story with a beautifully sustained momentum. There will be nine performances on June 13-15, 20- 22, 27-29. Friday and Saturday curtain is 8 p.m.; Sunday at 7 p.m. Ticket prices are $15 (or call for subscription prices of $12). Discounted senior and student tickets are $12 ($10/subscription). Visit their web site at www.dunessummertheatre.com for more information. The Box Office number is 879-7509. The Dunes Summer Theatre is located inside the Hwy. 12 entrance to Michiana Shores.

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M.A.S.H. Party to Start Summer Festival Steve Moore, Chairman of the Great Lakes Museum of Military History’s annual Poker Run/MASH Party, has announced that this year’s event, at Washington Park, would kick off the Michigan City Summer Festival on June 21st. Two bands will provide live entertainment. Steve & Judy Hoffman of South Bend will have an authen- Come see our tic MASH Unit display at the entry to the event. huge selection of: Military vehicles will be displayed and food and craft vendors will be present. The Michigan City Summer • Stickley Festival Beer Garden will be open. Over 500 people • Henredon attended last year’s MASH Party and many more are • Baker expected this year. • Hickory Chair The Poker Run is similar to a scavenger hunt in a • Century vehicle or on a motorcycle over a scenic course through- and more! out the county. Poker Run registration will begin at Plus, we provide 10 a.m. at the Museum in Dunes Plaza with the last complimentary design vehicle out at 1 p.m. Cost to participate in the Run service and is $15 and includes admission to the MASH Party. Cash consultation — prizes of $100 (1st place), $50 (2nd place), and $25 (3rd to help you make your house into the place) will be awarded as well as other prizes and door home you’ve always awards. wanted! In addition to this year’s MASH Party, a Ride-in- Bike Show will be held from 4:30-6:30 p.m. with People’s Choice judging. There is a $5 fee to enter and trophies will be awarded in each category. The kick- off for the MASH Party begins at 1 p.m. and the 5517 U.S. 31 SOUTH event goes on to 11 p.m. at the Jaycee’s Stage in SOUTH BEND, INDIANA 46614-5299 574-291-1660 Washington Park. Hours: Monday & Wednesday: 9:00 A.M.- 8:30 P.M. The Boogie Men will play classic rock from 2-6 Tuesday,Thursday, Friday & Saturday: 9:00 A.M.- 5:30 P.M. p.m. and Rock Bottom will perform from 7-11 p.m. Tickets for the event cost $5 and are on sale at the U.S. 31 at Johnson Road, one mile south of the U.S. 20 Bypass in South Bend. Museum (phone 872-2702. June 12, 2003 Page 21

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If you haven’t been to Springdale in downtown Three Oaks, you’ve missed a nostalgic trip, and a shopping treat in the world of retro. Stepping inside its doors I thought I’d dropped decades, back to my world of young- marrieds of the 50’s in rooms sleek with blonde, modern Heywood Wakefield furniture, its solid birch design a solid signal we had arrived. Here at Springdale there is vintage Heywood Wakefield by the acre it seems, every conceivable piece it seemed with accessories and lamps of the era, aisle upon aisle. Or more realisti- cally, alley by alley (they kept one for old times sake) for the building was once the Three Oaks bowling alley, known for milkshakes that are still remembered. Now Springdale is known around the world through its website that brings collectors to its doors to buy and sell. Trained craftsmen are part of the enterprise, From the world of 40’s-50’s, vintage Heywood Wakefield at “Springdale”. housed in a building in Benton Harbor that is part of its burgeoning new art district. I came to the store lured by a story in the June issue of Architectural Digest, featuring the favorite shopping haunts in Harbor Country of architect Margaret McCurry that included Riviera Gardens where I had just stopped (and found a great grass for my garden) and where a beaming Colleen showed me the article. Both Springdale and Riviera Gardens were in good Almost the Martha company, cited among the special places for fantas- Stewart sideboard. tic finds for the famous, and almost famous, of Harbor Country. The world of Heywood Wakefield has its own fame; collectors call and people come to Springdale looking for the “Martha Stewart sideboard”, one she featured in a show; or the “VCR table”, a new use for a classic sofa table. Owners Jim Toler and Richard Ginger promote their vintage finds as “Furnishings for the Modern Family”, fine quality with a new life ahead. See the selection at 19 S. Em in Three Oaks, open every day but Tuesday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., Michigan time.

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It took a lot of arm-twisting to get Washington “Bridge or no bridge,” predicted businessman A.T. Park where it is today, but you can’t argue with 110 A Dream of a Park Vreeland, “you will never live to see one square rod years of success. of green grass grow on the other side of Trail Creek.” The land at the mouth of Trail Creek was not In order to see his dream fulfilled, Mayor Krueger originally considered for recreational purposes — had to wheedle and cajole, ignore his detractors, cash partly because the blowing, drifting sand was a nui- in his political debts, ward off ambitious industrial- sance, and also because the most immediate need was ists, collect petitions with signatures of dubious for a commercial harbor. When Martin Krueger authenticity, and finally propose “a rotten bill” to became mayor, in 1889, the shipping industry had given the Indiana legislature, authorizing purchase of the way to railroads, and the lumberyards that previously land. Knowing full well the new law would not stand, occupied Michigan City’s lakefront had been abandoned, he proceeded anyway, “because we needed a rotten bill.” leaving behind a mess of unwanted lumber. It worked. The bridge was built, the park was planted with grass and trees, and the businessmen who had opposed him came through with hefty donations to beautify Washington Park. Even John H. Barker, who had proposed to buy him out and construct a steel mill on the site, changed his tune and funded an impressive bathhouse, designed as an ancient Mayor Martin Krueger, six-term Greek temple and called a “Peristyle.” mayor of Michigan City, Michigan City’s harbor was pictured on a post-card more than 100 years ago, Park Continued on Page 32 stopped at nothing in pursuing when the shore was lined with stacks of lumber. Today, hundreds of beautiful yachts line the docks at Heisman Harbor. his dream, the transformation of wasteland into Washington Park.

Today the parks are run by Darrell Garbachik, newly appointed parks superinten- dent. His first message for this summer season is a note of A bridge “from somewhere to nowhere” was how caution, for beach-goers to Mayor Krueger’s detractors described the construc- Classical Greek architecture, inspired by Chicago’s 1893 World’s Fair, abide by safety regulations tion of the Franklin Street bridge, leading to the made its appearance here in the form of the Peristyle (bathhouse) and warnings. donated to the city by industrialist John H. Barker, who wasteland which was to become Washington Park. “WASHINGTON PARK,” the sign proclaimed opti- originally had envisioned a steel mill on the lakefront. mistically, in the 1890s. Michigan City residents were invited to bring trees to plant, and soon the bleak park grounds were transformed into the city’s garden spot. “Out of this waste material,” Krueger explained, “men and women constructed shacks, in which they made a pretense of living. As a rule these people resembled the materials out of which they had built their shanties; they were themselves the debris, the waste, Grandiose gifts to the new park began with this Nor did the prospect of bathing and culls of humanity; ex-convicts, dissolute men 60-foot-high monument donated by John H. Winterbotham, a barrel manufacturer. The Soldiers in the lake win easy support. “My par- and women, and every kind of human scum that has and Sailors Monument, honoring those who fought ents and my grandparents never had ever hung onto the shirts of a civilized community.” in the Civil War, was sculpted by New York artists any lake to go bathing in, but used (Photographs not available) William O’Donovan and Jonathan Hartley. tubs instead; we children did the Krueger proposed to turn this “no-man’s land” into same thing. If they could live and a lovely park, along the lines of Chicago’s Lincoln Park. thrive without lakes and bridges, so The first order of business was to build a new bridge, can we,” asserted one of his clients. but this proposal was met with fierce opposition. “You,” charged his predecessor Mayor Henry H. Walker, “you are building a bridge from somewhere The whirling swing and roller coaster were popular rides in to nowhere.” turn-of-the-century Washington Park. Page 32 June 12, 2003

More recently, the smiling faces of President Bill Clinton and Mayor Sheila Brillson were seen AS WE LOOKED IN MICHIGAN CITY long ago — in Washington Park, when the President addressed the audience near the historic bandstand let’s make that VERY long ago, when facial rouge in Michigan City. President McKinley also visited Michigan City. President Lincoln’s funeral was used sparingly and photo booths were among train stopped here, and Ronald Reagan made an appearance while campaigning for President. the souvenir stands at Washington Park. Park Continued from Page 31 Washington Park has undergone many changes over the years, but it has always been popular with locals and out-of-towners. At the turn of the century, the merry- go-round was a favorite ride, as were the whirling swing and roller coaster. Excursion boats brought in thousands of visitors, mostly from Chicago. In 1911, the bandstand (sometimes known as “the gazebo”) was constructed. Weekly band concerts were presented by a municipal band, and various types of ceremonies took place. The use of the bandstand for public events continued clear up to the 1990s, when it served as the platform for President Bill Clinton’s address. Major changes in Washington Park’s appearance Steamships brought thousands of excursionists to Washington Park in came about in the 1930s, when WPA projects (Works the early 1900s. The S.S. United States is docked in the harbor, Project Adminstration) provided public service jobs near the Old Lighthouse (right). for unemployed workmen. The stone benches, walls, During the past few years, Washington Park has rock gardens and several buildings were construct- been the beneficiary of several privately-funded pro- ed during this period. grams. Hundreds of flowering trees were donated by NIPSCO. The Questers have taken on the project of maintaining the bandstand. Blue Chip Casino has provided funding for the “Festival of Lights” during the Christmas season. Mayor Krueger would be pleased to see that his dream is still being fulfilled, and now it is happening year-round.

This article is the second in a series written by Barbara Stodola, columnist for The Beacher and author of the recently-published book, Michigan City Beach Communities: Sheridan, Long Beach, Duneland, Michiana Shores. The book is an illustrated history, and is currently available During the 1920s, the bandstand attracted hundreds of visitors in local bookstores and gift shops. for municipal band concerts on Sunday afternoons. June 12, 2003 Page 33

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Diggin' in the Earth with Maggie Beyer

Spam, Internet garbage, is supposed to be the lat- est conversation opener, surpassing the weather. Not in these parts. Everywhere, the first words are how awful this cold, cold spring has been. Weather has become again the spam of conversation. But Pollyannas of the world unite; think instead of how full the glass has been, not how empty. Think of the lilacs that have lasted well past their usual time. Think of the rhododendrons still blasting away in spring cacophony. Think of all the extra time earth-diggers have had to plant their shrubs and perennials; ample time to set roots before the sun begins its scorching. We have been blessed, blessed I tell you, with this damp, dreary, dis- mal weather that shrivels the soul and brings aches to muscles no longer lithe and limber, muscles that can now forego Pilates and pull rampant weeds instead. Exercise for free, another blessing. I will not dwell on the sad time that we early annual planters have had. Petunias in pots on my deck are drooping their heads saying what have we done that you should do this unto us? Coleus around the Fine wines • Microbrews • Cigars pond are sinking on soggy stems and may need a replace- 164098 Red Arrow Hwy Union Pier, MI 49129 269.469.7566 ment here and there. Careful were the gardeners this year who heeded the call to wait until the iron men of May had come and gone to plant their annuals. The iron men and their warning of tempera- ALL WOOD & CUSTOM MADE tures drops came again and again in May, keeping on with their anvil clanging into June. Let’s hope that PLANTATION by it’s time for The Beacher they are finally gone, gone, SHUTTERS gone; let’s think instead of summer solstice and mid- Woodland Harvest Collection summer madness and long sunset days ahead. by Lafayette Proof of blooms that lasted well beyond their usual CALL TOLL FREE prime, I visited the garden of Lori LaRose, an old friend of The Beacher, who once gifted me with a pair of hand- 1 (877) 462-3043 painted garden gloves that said, “Life Is A Beach-er”, AT-HOME SERVICE and I loved them. I loved, too, the display of azaleas s and rhododendrons in her garden, mounds of pink and r red and white cascading around the entrance way in i front. Lori’s talent has taken many directions since Since 1921 then with her interior design skills spreading out to garden design as well. SUMMER MUSIC FUN Exciting musical learning for ages 1 through 10 years 4-week sessions of Music Magic America Music of Oz Studio 874-9191 musicofoz.com Woodsy cottage, stretching spring color. June 12, 2003 Page 39 Beachside Gardens & Gift Center Horticultural FOR ALL YOUR GARDENING NEEDS Consultation Design/ RETAINING WALLS Construction Landscape BRICK PATIOS Maintenance WALK AND DRIVEWAYS DECKS Annuals (home grown) Perennials galore SCREENED PORCHES Moss lined Hanging Baskets Mulches, Soils 3725 E. U.S. Highway 12, Michigan City,IN Mushroom compost 1/4 mile west of Hwy. 212 Espoma NaturalFertilizers Daily 9:00-5:30 Shrubs, Trees, Evergreens Sunday 10-4 Italian Clay Pottery 879-8878 visit us at: www.beachsidegardens.com

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Engineers designed the addition and Oselka “She’s so excited,” Susan said. “She knows she can play Construction acted as the volunteer general con- basketball here. There’s a whole sense of pride about tractors. having their own basketball court.” Nearly as soon as inspections were finished, the The Paul F. and Elsie Oselka Gymnasium is part building was used. A standing-room only crowd of the $1.65 million school addition and Parish Activity watched students in their annual play in early May. Center. The addition also includes three middle- On the first Sunday in June, a public tour was con- school classrooms on the second floor, the Daniel P. ducted at the same time Ruth Haynes Merrifield O’Brien Performance Stage, the Kent Valantiejus was feted in the Parish Activity Center. After 34 Library, a cafeteria/multi-purpose room and art/music years of full-time teaching at St. Mary’s, Ruth plans room. to take advantage of the new art room for part-time With the addition, St. Mary of the Lake School instruction. has the space parents, students and staff have long desired. Now, the middle school, which has met at a the religious-education building at St. Mary of the Assumption, Three Oaks, will be united with the rest of the school. No longer will the library be housed in a classroom. Nor will the school need to borrow gyms for their practices and a stage for its annual play. Space will be available for assemblies and geography and spelling bees. Parishioners and community members will benefit, too, with the space the Parish Activity Center and gym offer. The Rev. Jim Morris, pastor at St. Mary of the Lake, said that middle-school activities are being planned with local churches. “Just having a gym gives people ideas,” Father Jim said. Until the 1998-99 school year, St. Mary of the Lake School went to sixth grade. That year, the school expanded to seventh grade and the next year to eighth grade. The accommodations at St. Mary of the Assumption worked well for the school. However, when Karen and Paul Oselka volunteered to build a The Rev. Jim Morris wishes Ruth Haynes Merrifield well during her retirement party in the Parish Activity Center.

Ryan Piner gets ready to shoot a basketball in the A sign at St. Mary of the Lake School gives thanks to Paul Oselka, Paul F. Elsie Oselka Gymnasium. who with wife Karen. donated the funds for the new gym. June 12, 2003 Page 43

Students, parents and parishioners greeted the building with enthusiasm. “This is beautiful,” said Chris Karaitis, mother of Aras, eighth grade, Vytenis, fifth grade, and Ava, third grade. Chris was amazed “that Susan Sargent such a little community could do something so great.” The gym, of course, caught the attention of seventh- grade basketball player Sage Lowe. “I think it’s fun. Fabric It’s nice to have a place we can play at home,” he said. Recent graduate Marie deCaneva said it will be good Just Arrived for middle-school students to be with the elementary school. The few times the students were togeth- for Spring er were not enough, she said. “The two campuses were FABRIC BY THE YARD in different towns, so we had no connection with COLOR ! each other.” Store Hours: Wed-Fri 1-5, Sat 11-5 Teacher Stephanie Blumberg has had seven of her COLOR ! Call for free brochure 269-469-5354 eight children graduate from St. Mary’s. She is look- COLOR ! ing forward to her seventh-grader, Charlynn, being 9935 Townline Road on the same campus as the elementary school. “I Union Pier, Michigan think it will cause a great sense of unity and community to have them altogether,” she said. The Blumberg family, too, is looking forward to son Mark’s July wedding reception in the Parish Activity Center. It Doesn’t Get Any Cleaner Than This.

Principal Judy Krueger with tour guides Patrick Firme and Sage Lowe (in back); Taylor Nagy is in front.

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4936 or www.catsociety.org STUDIO • SCULPTURE GARDENS • FINE ART June 14-15 — Master Glass Artist demo and talk by Fredrick Warren. Courtyard Gallery, 813 E. Buffalo FRITZ OLSEN St., New Buffalo. 1-5 pm on Sat. & 1-4 pm on Sun. SCULPTURES June 15 — Smooth Jazz by Sue Stevens. 3 pm

(EST) at the Acorn Theatre, 107 Generations Dr., 6914 WEST HOLLOWAY DRIVE Three Oaks, MI. Tix $5 at the door or 269/756-3879. SAWYER, MICHIGAN EXIT 12 OFF OF I-94 • WEST ONE MILE Places to Visit: 269-426-3003 Barker Mansion, 631 Washington St., Michigan City. Guided tours on Mon-Fri, 10 am, 11:30 am. Adm. $4/adults, $2/kids 18 and under, free/kids under 3. Door Prairie Auto Museum. Located one mile south Hours: 10:30 to 6 269/469-6151 of LaPorte on US 35. Hours 10 am-4:30 pm, Tues-Sat; The noon-4:30 pm Sun. 219/326-1337 or www.dpauto- museum.com Villager Great Lakes Museum of Military History, 360 Dunes Plaza, Michigan City. Info 872-2702 or on the GIFTS • ACCESSORIES web at www.militaryhistorymuseum.org 100 N. Whittaker Street New Buffalo, MI LaPorte County Historical Museum, county com- plex in downtown LaPorte, Indiana. Hours 10 am-4:30 pm, Tues-Sat. Adm. free; donations welcome. 219/326- 6808, ext. 276 or www.lapcohistsoc.org. MERLE NORMAN COSMETICS (219) 874-9972 Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 720 Franklin St., 294 E. U.S. 20 Hours: Michigan City. Interim location until new building is Michigan City Center Tues., Wed. ready. Phone 874-4900. New exhibit: “Photography Thurs., Fri., & Beyond.” Through July 3. Sharon’s Sat. New Buffalo Railroad Museum, 530 S. Whittaker Nails 8-6 St., New Buffalo, MI. Open Mon-Fri, 9 am-5 pm; Sculptured Nails • Manicures • Pedicures Sat-Sun, 10 am-3 pm (MI time). Info 269/469-5409. Facial Hair Removal and Eyebrow Arching • Nail Tips Old Lighthouse Museum, Washington Park, Michigan City. Open Tues-Sun, 1-4 pm. Adm. $2/adults, $1/kids grades 9-12, 50 cents/kids grades 1-8, free to preschool- ers. Group tours available, phone 872-6133. Closed January and February. what flavor? The Depot of Beverly Shores Museum and Art 20 coffees; 25 ice creams. Gallery, 525 Broadway, Beverly Shores, IN. Adm. temple news agency. 816 jefferson. free, donations welcome. Open Sat. & Sun, 1-4 pm from May-November. Info about museum, 874-5322; info laporte. be creative. about gallery, 872-4185. Farther Afield: June 14 — Firefly Festival presents Art Garfunkel in concert. 8 pm. Tix $23/$27, $5/ages 6-16; phone 574/288-3472 or www.fireflyfestival.com. Held at St. TOM SPERLING, PGA Patrick County Park, South Bend. 37 years experience June 14-15 — Ft. St. Joseph Rendzvous, Niles, MI. teaching adults Over 200 living history reenactors. 10 am-5 pm on Sat. and kids & 10 am-4 pm on Sun. (EST) Adm. $4/ages 10 and up; Game Improvement Is A Phone Call Away! $2/ages 3-9; free 2 and under. See story this issue. Info 269/687-0944 or www.supportthefort.org 219-874-2291 June 18 — Summer Videos at Krasl Art Center: “The Singularities of Duane Hanson’s Slice-of-Life Figures.” Slide presentation and discussion. Noon (MI time). Bring lunch, coffee will be served. Free & open to the pub- PLEASANT HEIGHTS FARM lic. 707 Lake Blvd., St. Joseph, MI. 269/983-0271 or A First Quality Equestrian Facility since 1991 log onto www.krasl.org Lessons • Boarding • Training • Shows Through June 29 — Northern Indiana Artists Dressage • C/T • English & Western Balance Seat Exhibition at the Northern Indiana Center for History, Children’s Camps Available 808 W. Washington St., South Bend. Tues-Sat, 10 am-5 pm; Sun noon-5 pm. Adm. range $3-$10. 574/235- Call for Pony Ride Specials 9664 or www.centerforhistory.org 0707 N. Shebel Rd., Michigan City • Call 219-324-RIDE (7433) Page 48 June 12, 2003 Travels with Charley:

AWinning Birthday Outing to Wrigley Field by Charles McKelvy

There are birthdays, and then there was this year’s celebration of 53 years of life on earth enjoyed by yours truly and his beloved wife on Wednesday, May 7, 2003. Yes, gentle readers, I was born on the 7th day of the merry month of May in the year 1950 A.D. in a hos- pital on the north side of Chicago. Meaning, of course, that though I was raised on the south side, I was forever destined to be a Cubs fan. Ah yes — the Cubs! Not that I have anything against the Sox, mind you, but when my parents took me to see a day game at Wrigley Field in 1954 when I was all of four, why I just fell in love with that enchanted place. I still remember gazing with youthful adoration at that ivy-covered outfield wall and feeling the wind whip in off the lake and . . . I could just wax the whole poetry thing here, but I have other pitches to make, so allow me to slip back into the narrative stream released a few para- Relaxing after a hard afternoon of cheering the Cubs on to victory. graphs back. Independence, Missouri, but Darren was a man on a So, as my 53rd birthday approached, I watched my mission, so I said, simply: “Had to be Rick Sutcliffe, calendar for that hallowed day fill up with work and because that was the year the Cubs won their divi- volunteer duties until there was literally no room left sion and then lost three straight to the Padres in the in the allotted space for May 7 to even write myself League Championship Series.” a birthday greeting. “Right you are,” said Darren, “and since you Natalie, my dear wife, looked at my crowded cal- answered the question correctly, as I did for a radio endar and said: “What are we going to do about your call-in contest, you can use the two tickets I won for birthday?!?” the game on Wednesday.” I shrugged and said maybe we’d find some time on “That’s my birthday!” I exclaimed. Friday, May 9th to squeeze in a few moments of friv- “Well, then you and Natalie can go to the Cubs game olity before other duties crowded my schedule. She on your birthday. They’re playing the Brewers. suggested perhaps we head up to Grand Rapids for Should be a great game. Unless you can’t go.” the day and make the most of that, and I agreed that that would be a great deferred birthday celebration. But then everything changed on the afternoon of Monday, May 5 — Cinco de Mayo wouldn’t you know — when my friend and co-worker at Classic Catering Company, one Darren Jones of Three Oaks, phoned to ask me an important question. Namely: “Who won the Cy Young Award (for pitch- ing) in 1984?” I grinned and said, “You’re not going to believe this, but I am actually looking at his picture.” And I was, because I have a photograph over my The treasured tickets. desk of a Cubs vs. Expos game in 1985 in which Cy Young Award winner Rick Sutcliffe is caught by the camera in mid-pitch. It’s a frozen moment from the magical realism of baseball that has seen me through I took a pen and crossed out everything posted for every winter since 1985. Had Darren given me a lit- May 7 and wrote over it all: CUBS GAME! tle more time, I could have told him that the big “I can go,” I said. “I might have to make a few calls right-hander was born on June 21, 1956 in and cancel a few things, but I can go. We’re there.” June 12, 2003 Page 49

“Good. All you have to do is go up to St. Joe and The Shore Shore, of course, treated us to another get the tickets at the radio station, and they’re yours. great train ride, and then we hopped a CTA Brown Just tell them your my brother-in-law, and that I Line train at Randolph Street for a scenic elevated ride can’t get off from work.” on up to Belmont Avenue where we detrained and We just told the nice lady at the radio station that walked on up to beautiful Wrigley Field by way of we were friends of Darren’s, which was certainly Sheffield Avenue and Clark Street and found our true, and she gave us the tickets and her best wish- seats in the terrace reserved section with no problem. es for a really great trip into Chicago to see the Cubbies battle the Brewers of Milwaukee, and on the morning of May 7, we were there at Carroll Avenue boarding train 116 for a dash through the dunes and on into the Windy City.

The mighty Sammy Sosa at the plate.

The birthday boy hops a South Shore train as he heads to a Cubs game.

We fans were on our feet for the final out of the game. There was no problem seeing all of the action because the seats were right on aisle 211 some 8 rows back from the hoity-toity seats, and we had the upper deck hanging over our heads in case of rain, and the restrooms were close by, and the vendors never stopped passing by, and our neighbors were friendly folks, and, best of all, the Cubs won a nail-biter in the top of the 9th, with two men on and two outs, when ace reliever Joe Borowski saved the game for starter Shawn Estes by striking out Royce Clayton. Sammy Sosa didn’t homer, but he hit two solid singles, and the Cubs defense pulled off a pair of Natalie McKelvy leads the way to a Brown Line train that dazzling double-plays, and the final score of 2 to 1 was will take us ever closer to Wrigley Field. Birthday Continued on Page 50 Page 50 June 12, 2003

The famous scoreboard posts the message we were all waiting for: “CUBS WIN!” Natalie does some window shopping on Southport after the game. Birthday Continued from Page 49 We found a great neighborhood eatery for dinner, just fine since it meant a Cubs win after a disappointing hopped the Brown Line on Southport just south of loss to the Brewers the night before. Addison and got back downtown in plenty of time to Sure, it was cloudy and cold and even kind of foggy catch train 117 which left promptly at 5:58 p.m. and at the end, but I have enough Celtic blood in me to gave us a scenic ride back to Carroll Avenue. just naturally have called it a “soft day.” The only problem with a great birthday like that After the game, Natalie and I walked west a ways was that it had to end. to Southport Avenue where we used to take in movies But I have my memories and my photographs and at the grand old Music Box Theatre. We were happy my heartfelt hope that the Tribune Company never to see that the Music Box was still in business, and acts on their threat to abandon Wrigley Field in favor we were really impressed by how gentrified old of some modern stadium in the suburbs. They do that Southport had become since we moved away in 1987. and this old south sider will take to celebrating his birthdays with the White Sox.

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Long Beach Park Program The Long Beach Park Program will start on Mon., June 23rd, from 9 a.m.-noon. This is a six-week program. Sign-up will take place in front of the Old School Community Center, rain or shine. This is a free program for all Long Beach residents; just bring your water bill at sign in. If you are a non-resident you are welcome to participate for a charge of $20 per family. Last year staff has returned and is looking forward to a fun summer. They are: Director Stefanie Heywood, and Assistant Jennifer McCormick. Counselors are: Sarah McCormick, Courtney Althoff, Jenni Mellen, Adam Fithian, Kevin Lombard and Jack Butler. If you have further questions, phone the Long Beach Town Hall, 874-6616.

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PERSONAL TOUCH CLEANING — Homes - Condos - Offices. CLASSIFIED Day and afternoons available. - Call Darla at 219/879-2468. CLASSIFIED RATES - (For First 2 Lines.) SMILIN’ STOP 2 BEACHER - Reliable cleaning lady avail for 1-3 ads - $7.00 ea. •• 4 or more ads - $5.50 ea. (Additional lines- $1.00 ea.) commercial & residential. Reasonable. PH: 219/879-0088 - FAX 219/879-8070. -Email Excellent local beach references. Call 219/874-8264 CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE RECEIVED BY BEACHSIDE HOUSE CLEANING 10:00 A.M.ON MONDAY OF THE WEEK OF PUBLICATION Serving The Beach Community - Reliable. References available PERSONAL SERVICES Call Shelly at 219/362-4189, or Gabrielle at 219/873-0833. Memory & hard drive upgrades, system software upgrades & diagnostics. HOUSEKEEPER AVAILABLE: Dependable, honest & reasonable w/ If you are looking for software, shareware, freeware, we can help you find it. excellent references. Lori: 219-878-9913 or 219-861-7135. Can also, run Want to get on the Net? We can help with that too. Looking to buy a new errands & house or pet sit too. email: [email protected] Mac? We can help you find the right one to fit your needs. Call 219/874- HEALTH & PHYSICAL FITNESS 2382Mon.-Sat., 10-5, ask for Carl, or e-mail: [email protected], Located at 408 Franklin Sq., Michigan City, Indiana. • • • MASSAGE THERAPY & WELLNESS CENTER • • • MAC SOFTWARE AND ACCESSORIES NOW IN STOCK Therapeutic Massage • Acupuncture * Brain Gym • QiGong Classes • Reflexology • Healing Touch • Feldenkrais® • Personal Fitness Training • • • DON’T THROW AWAY -WE HAUL AWAY FREE • • • Dog Massage Classes • Gift Certificates Anything which can be used or sold to benefit several local charities. www.wellness-specialists.com For more information Call Ed. Campion Sr. - Phone 219/879-2934 Call 219/879-5722. TRAINED EMT LOOKING FOR NANNY POSITION GET THE ULTIMATE BREAKAWAY FOR THE MIND, BODY & SPIRIT. Experienced. Loves children. - Call Christine at 219/873-5332. Treat yourself to a relaxing massage at your residence, or your boat. LONG BEACH COLLEGE STUDENT will house sit or animal walk/sit, Call for info: MI 269/469-2029, IN 219/448-1427, or 800/518-7442 also tutor algebra/trig. or geometry. Please call Bridget 219/874-4129. HANDYMAN-HOME REPAIR-PLUMBING COLLEGE BOUND BEACH AREA GIRL available for summer, nanny/babysitter position. Has own car, experience. Call 219-874-4494. QUALITY CARPENTRY: Expert remodeling of kitchens, bathrooms. Also: doors, windows, skylights, ceramic tile, drywall, decks & repairs. COLLEGE GRAD looking for ft/pt babysitting. Will also tutor math - any Small jobs welcome. Call Ed at 219/878-1791. level. Kimberly 219-874-7060. HANDYMAN - Antenna service. Phone & TV jacks. House wiring. SKIN-SO-SOFT®, BUG-GUARD®, NEW CELLULITE® Sinks. Toilets. Countertops. Carpentry. Full house rehab work. Protect and repair your skin Beach Stairway Repair & Refurbishing. AVON® Lynda Harris 219-872-1427 DR. TOM’S SERVICE CLINIC - 219/778-4036 Summer is here. . . • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Who will be caring for your children? HIRE Sue’s HUSBAND Call Kelli! Is your list of household repair & maintenance projects growing? Small jobs welcome. - Quality Work. — Call Ed Berent @ 219/879-8200. • I am currently an IU student majoring in elementary education. • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • I have over 5 years experience caring for children RIC’S RESIDENTIAL SERVICES - Handyman services - Pressure • I am available seven days a week. washing - General repairs Ph/Fax 269/469-6616 - Cell 219/877-9125 • I have my own car and can transport your child to summer activities. • References available. SANDCASTLE LANDSCAPING- PROPERTY MAINTENANCE- SPRING • For more information call Kelli at: CLEAN UP, lawn mowing & trimming, mulch projects, landscaping work 219-874-9697 or 219-229-0760. & tree & bush planting. Insured & licensed. 219-879-4558. We are College Students looking for work. Experienced at painting, J’S GUTTER SERVICE cleaning, yard work, etc. 219-874-7572, ask for Mike. Gutters and downspouts cleaned and repaired. Reasonable prices. 219/879-5253 — FREE PICK-UP SERVICE for usable/unwanted • • • DON’T THROW AWAY -WE HAUL AWAY FREE • • • household articles, or what have you - yard & garages sales. Anything which can be used or sold to benefit several local charities. 219/879-5253 For more information Call Ed. Campion Sr. - Phone 219/879-2934 JEFF’S MAINTENANCE SERVICE PIANIST (Northwestern Universtiy Grad.) available for weddings, etc. Heating. A/C certified. Electrical. Plumbing. Gutters cleaned. Soffit, 219-872-9658 Fascia Repair, etc. Free Estimates. - Phone 219/861-2074. Gold’s Gym Punch Card Users. . . LAKEFRONT CONSTRUCTION - We do all siding, roofing, soffit & A “ONE-TWO PUNCH” SPECIAL fascia, concrete work & painting. 219-778-9447. Licensed & insured. FOR SUMMER FITNESS! Buy 2 Punch Cards and Receive a PAINTING-DRYWALL-WALLPAPER 3rd Punch Card TOTALLY FREE. THE A & L PAINTING COMPANY — INTERIOR & EXTERIOR Offer Good on the 10, 15, or 20 Vist Punch Cards & 20-YEARS EXPERIENCE References. Reasonable. also the Aerobics & Spinning Punch Cards. We also Power Wash, Seal & Paint Decks. Ph. 219/778-4145. Senior Citizens Discounts Also Apply. JEFFERY J. HUMAN INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING & STAINING Stock Up For Summer 2003 or Custom Woodwork - Custom Decorating - Hang/Finish Drywall Purchase For Graduation, Father’s Day, Etc., Gifts! 25-Years experience. Insured. Ph. 219/326-8512. The Offer is Good Until June 23rd Only. WISTHOFF PAINTING — REFERENCES EVENTS Small Jobs Welcome — Call 219/874-5279 CHEROKEE PIPE CIRCLE - Everyone Is Welcome To Come Pray & Sing. ALL BRIGHT PAINTING - Interior/exterior. Satisfaction guaranteed. 2ND Monday Of Each Month; JUNE 19, JULY 14; 7:00-9:00 p.m. The Free estimates. Licensed & insured. 219/874-6618, or 219/879-7199. Michigan City Fish & Game Club, 3091 East Michigan Blvd., Michigan WARREN PAINTING & PRESSURE WASH - Interior & Exterior. City. No one is refused for lack of donation. Donation is $5.00 + Decks washed & sealed - Free estimates — Call 219/872-6424 tobacco. Bring a drum or rattle if you have one. Also, a pillow or blan- MAIDENA MASTER PAINTERS & REMODELING ket to sit on. Any questions, call Laura, 219/878-1769 Maidena Painting has expanded to include remodeling. LEARNING - INSTRUCTION Same great quality, competitive prices. Clean, careful work. Call 219/861-9888 for free estimates. VARIETY MUSIC for parties/weddings, etc. Lessons available. — Call 219/872-1217. PROFESSIONAL FINISHES - 219/326-6175, or 219/363-1812 Interior/exterior Painting - Wallpaper removal CLEANING - HOUSEKEEPING Dry Wall repair - Skim coating & Ceiling texture. FINISHING TOUCH: Residential & Specialty Cleaning Service 20 Years experience - references available Professional - Insured - Bonded - Uniformed BENJAMIN MOORE PAINTS #1 in Customer Satisfaction. Phone 219/872-8817. PAINTING CLEAN FOR A DAY CLEANING SERVICE - Home or Business CALL HAROLD 219-872-3922. Pressure Wash Decks & Houses — Insured & Bonded INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING Call Wendy at 219/861-0458. — Email [email protected] FREE ESTIMATES, SR. DISCOUNT 219-362-8611 Page 56 June 12, 2003 HANDYMAN Painting - Exterior/Interior • Dry Wall • Remodeling WANT TO BUY OR SELL Power Wash • Stain Decks For free est. call Greg 219-325-8680 or cell 219-363-7810. ART & OFFICE SUPPLIES (FIRME’S) (2 Stores) 11th & Franklin Streets, Michigan City - 219/874-3455 LANDSCAPE-Lawns-Clean Up, Etc. Highway 12, Beverly Shores - Just West of Traffic Light. — H & D TREE SERVICE and LANDSCAPING, INC. — GOLF CARTS FOR SALE - Accessories - Batteries - Repair Service. Full service tree and shrub care. Trimming, planting, removal. Pick and delivery available. — Call 219/942-3308. Firewood, snowplowing, excavating. — Call 872-7290. MOVING TO FLORIDA - Selling Ethan Allen Furniture. Excellent con- FREE ESTIMATES dition. Oak Table with six chairs and two leaves. Wicker Bistro set. HEALY’S LANDSCAPING & MATERIALS Computer desk. Leather love seat, etc. 1-269/469-2304. www.healysland.com GARAGE SALE IN GRAND BEACH - Moving. One day only. Saturday, [email protected] May 17th, 9 to 4. Furniture, household goods and clothes. 219/879-5150 49003 Fox Trail, New Buffalo, MI. (1 block north of Anna Livia.) 218 State Road 212 — Michigan City, Indiana 46360 FOR SALE BY OWNER - 3 BR, 2/Bath ranch nr. Grand Beach, blocks from beach & golf, $199,900. 815/341-5167. LARGEST SELECTION OF STONE IN AREA Limestone - Granite - Quartzite - Bluestone - Sandstone BLACK METAL TUBULAR BUNKBED with mattresses & sheets. Veneers - Mexican Beach Stone - Boulders - Outcropping Like new. $150. 219-878-9967. Slate - River-rock - Flagstone - Wall Stone - Fieldstone. BEDDING CONNECTION II 2701 Franklin Street INSTALLATION AVAILABLE! By The Train Tracks CALL NOW FOR SPRING! Your One Stop Bedding Shop Snowplowing & Firewood AVAILABLE 219-879-3742 JIM’S LAWN SERVICE GOLF CARS - over 100 in stock, only 45 minutes away. Call for your 2003 Spring Clean-Up and Mowing Service WINDY CITY GOLF CARS 800-232-2172 Free Estimates - 219/874-2715. Leave message AKC Old English Sheepdog Puppies. Dewclaws & tails already THINK SPRING removed. First shots & heartworm. Ready for home. 219-879-4321 Let Us Be Your One-Stop Store FRENCH - SOLID MAPLE DINING SET. China hutch, table, 4 chairs, 2 - Mulches - Topsoil - Rock’s - Boulders 17’ leaves. 219-879-0923. Same day delivery in most cases 54” ROUND WOODARD GLASS TOP PATIO TABLE and market We also provide maintenance (Commercial and Residential) umbrella. $75. 219-861-0561 H&S SERVICES —2621 E. US HIGHWAY 12 (Across from Karwick Plaza) PADDLE BOAT, 3 yrs old, $250, Lake Clare, 219-874-2569. Call 219/872-8946 2003 HOT TUB new, full warranty, 47 jets, was $7800, • • • PAT’S TREE SERVICE • • • will sell for $4075. 219/405-7581. A complete tree service. Experts in Storm Damage - Fully Insured REAL ESTATE Free Estimates available 7 days a week. — Call 219/362-5058 COMMERCIAL - RENTALS/LEASE/SELL ADNAN’S BEST SERVICE -SENIOR DISCOUNT GOLDEN SANDES STORE AND LOCK Yard Clean-Up - Mowing - Ext. Power Wash Stain & Sealer , Build 4407 E. U.S. 12 (@ Hwy. 212) Michigan City, IN. 219/879-5616. decks. Free Est. 1-877/651-9178, 219/878-1563 Leave message. OFFICE SPACE AVAILABLE IN POPULAR HACIENDA BUILDING Sizes from 250 sq.ft. to 1,750 sq.ft. TRADITIONS Lawn Care & Property Maintenance For more information call 219/874-8748 Call 219/872-9326 OFFICE SUITE @ 2811 E. MICHIGAN BLVD, MICHIGAN CITY Dependability is (y)our #1 priority 3 Private Offices & Receptionist Area. All expenses except phone, paid. QUALITY LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE Near main hwys. & I-94. Lighted Marquee. Well Maintained Ample *Clean-Ups *Mowing *Pruning *Planting Parking. 219-879-9188 Experienced (219) 874-0267 Insured. BOAT SLIP RENTAL - MICHIGAN CITY CHUCK’S LANDSCAPING AND TREE SERVICE. FOR RENT BOAT SLIP, MARINA PARK EAST - 40’ Slip, across from Custom landscape design & installation. Tree & shrub planting. B&E Showroom - $2,600 Season — Call 219/670-8666. Compete Lawn Renovation, i.e., Seed & Sod - Mulch & River Rock. Retaining Walls & Planters: Rock. Block Flagstone Timbers. Railroad ties. RENTALS INDIANA Drain Tile Installation for Water Control LONG BEACH COZY 4/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) Brick patios — Driveway designs Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/579-1745. High tolerance tree and stump removal — Tree and bush removal Insured and References - Senior Discount. LONG BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT - Great location, very close to ONE CALL DOES IT ALL beach and park. 4/BR, 2/Bath. A/C. W/D. New kitchen w/DW. Deck 219/874-8785 w/BBQ. Cable TV. - Avail Summer 2003. — Call 312/953-9570. • • • CAPPY’S LAWN CARE • • • COTTAGE FOR RENT IN MICHIANA SHORES Spring Clean-Up • Free Estimates — 219/874-3580. Fireplace. Loft. Deck. Big Yard. — Call 219/879-1299 KLEWER’S CLEAN-UP • Spring clean-up • Gutter cleaning • Mulch — Call 219/874-1149 DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB LAKEFRONT CONDOS — 2 and 3 bedrooms. INDEPENDENT LAWN CARE June, July & Aug. — $1400. To $2000. Per wk. w/1 month min. Complete maintenance & care 219-898-3247 Free Estimates DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES CHARMING MICHIANA SHORES COTTAGE IN WOODED AREA • • ATTENTION DRIVERS - NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY • • A little over a block from great beach. Rustic charm with modern TMC Transportation needs drivers. $650 Guaranteed weekly, poten- conveniences. 2-New baths and kitchen. Fireplace. Air/Cond. tial to earn $900 per week, or more, and still be OFF WEEKENDS!!! Dishwasher. 2 + Bdrms. Avail July 5-19, 1 or 2 weeks. FOR CDL TRAINING, CALL 1-800-882-7364 Call 773/935-1855 days, or 773/248-3265 evenings. SMALL’S GARDEN CENTER & DEPT. 9 GIFTS INC. Sheridan Beach Daily/Weekly summer rentals: 409 Lake Shore Drive Complete Landscape Design & Installation 1 Bedroom $125/daily, $600/weekly. 2 Bedroom $250/daily, $1000/week- Compare & Save on Landscape Material ly. Includes 50 foot shaded deck, toddler playground & dune top deck. Hardwood Mulch $27.50 Yd. - Log Chips $25.25 Yd. Call 219/874-4995 or Email: [email protected] Red Dye Mulch $28.50 Yd. - Bedding Soil $25.00 Yd. NEWER LUXURY 2 FLAT, 2 BR, 2 Bath, Master suite. Upper level. 1” Washstone $22 Ton-Boulders $135 Ton - Flagstone $249 Ton Year round rental. Sheridan Beach. 3 blk to Lake. Large deck w/sea- 12 Types of Decorative Stone - Same Day Delivery sonal lake views. Private yard. Stove. Refrig. w/d. dw. No pets. Phone 219-778-2568 — 1551 E. US Hwy 20, LaPorte Credit Check. $850/mo plus util. 219-363-6818 June 12, 2003 Page 57

HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH MICHIANA SHORES - Unique, new cottage built by Chicago interior design- 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. er. Large, open plan, two story living space. 2/BR, 2/Bath. Can sleep six. Very August ON THE BEACH! large screened porch overlooking lovely, very private terrace. Complete Take advantage of the weeks available in August kitchen, Washer/Dryer, AC. Sat. to Sat. rental $1200/wk —Call 773-929-2295. Emma’s Cottage RENTALS MICHIGAN on the beach Stop 9, 1426 Lake Shore Drive, Michigan City BLUE FISH VACATION RENTALS &SALES of ReMAX HARBOR All the cottage charm, without the old broken stuff- COUNTRY featuring Year Round Rentals. Book now for off-season 6 Bedroom, 2 Bath - Parking for 5 cars. and summer 2003! Cozy up in one of our comfy cottages, or in one Completely renovated 2003. ALL the amenities of our more spacious, larger homes. 269/469-0468, or www.bluefish- 219-878-1724 vacations.com/beach LAKE MICHIGAN VACATION RENTALS BEAUTIFUL VINTAGE MICHIANA COTTAGE FOR SUMMER RENTAL 502 & 510 Lake Shore Drive (219) 879-5099 - Fax: (219) 879-1870 One block from beautiful Lake Michigan Beach at Stop 39. Fully furnished—Charming Deco decor. Air conditioned, forty windows to The beach on Lake Michigan is just 1 block from our fully furnished 1, 2, catch lake breezes. Sleeps up to eight persons. Three bedrooms. & 3 Bedroom units. All appliances -washer/dryer, air conditioning, Two full baths. Two woodburning fireplaces. New kitchen. Secluded phone, microwave, cable TV, towels & linens, and all essential cooking forty oak tree landscape with Adirondack chairs and hammocks. & eating utensils. Rates from $ 950 - $ 1,450 per week. NO PETS ! TVs with cable and movie channels. BBQ grill. Available May See our website at: www.djheckman.com onward through October and selected winter holidays. Pets wel- or email us at: [email protected] come. Call [773] 528-0825 or [773] 281-7100. Prefer longer tenancy, but willing to consider weekly rentals with excellent tenants. DUNELAND BEACH - 3/BR, furnished. Private beach. A/C. Washer/dryer. Available June 1st thru Labor Day. MICHIGAN, GRAND BEACH. Lake front home, just 42 steps down to a Call 219/872-5979 - Leave Message. private beach on Lake Michigan. Enjoy magnificent sunsets from this lake-front deck. Golf course and tennis courts are within walking INDIANA DUNES SUMMER RENTAL: ONE BLOCK FROM BEACH distance. This cozy 3/BR is air-conditioned, and equipped with a 3/BR, 2/Bath — Sleeps 6-8. A/C. Fireplace. Dishwasher. washer & dryer. Avail July & August for $1,700/wk, or June & Sept. $1,000/wk; $3,600 month, June 14-Sept.15. for $950/wk. - Call 708/848-1025 for viewing appointment. $1,000 month, Sept.15- June 12. — Call 714/206-4871. MICHIANA SHORES, MI CHIGAN- 3/BR, 2/Bath. Completely Furn. MICHIANA SHORES - Stop 38 - Near the beach. Cozy knotty pine. 2/BR, A/C. 2 1/2 Blocks to Lake. Avail July thru August. $750/wk, or $2,8 2/Bath, deck, screened porch, AC, BBQ, WBFP, laundry, DW. $850/wk 00/mo. Call 219/872-7336 - Leave message May-Oct. Monthly rates avail. Call 847/675-3955, or 219/874-8336. HARBERT, MI COTTAGE ON PRIVATE LAKE MICHIGAN BEACH. MICHIANA-2 furnished/fully loaded/renovated guest homes. Close to Sleeps 2. Non-smokers. No pets. - Call 269/469-5654 Stop #37 beach and park. No pets. $975-$1195/wkly.. 773-457-4763. GRAND BEACH/NEW BUFFALO - Spacious 3/BR ranch on , listings #7770 and 5881 [email protected]. wooded lot. Fully furnished. Very clean. 2/Baths. Washer/Dryer. MICHIANA SHORES VACATION HOME - STOP 39. - 4/BR, 2/Bath. Dishwasher. Cable/VCR. Golf Cart. Close to beach, golf & tennis. Jacuzzi, skylights, roomy. Walk to beach. Great for kids. Dogs o.k. NO PETS. $950/wk. — Call 773/792-0073. $1,500/wk. — Call 773/327-7166. MICHIANA, 3745 LAKE SHORE DRIVE‹2BR/2BA, sleeps 6. SALE! 20% Below 2002 rates. Lake across street. Spectacular Lake/Sunset views. $1,000/wk. MICHIANA SHORES HILLTOP COTTAGE. 1Block from beach. AVAIL June, July, Sept, Oct. - Call (312) 527-0414, ex. 245 Sleeps 6. see it @ http://www.geocities.com/janetgreenwald1/ NEAT AS A PIN! TWICE AS CUTE! Sleeps 6. 2 Blocks to town, For Rent—Spacious 4 bdrm., 2-1/2 ba. Long Beach home. C/A, all 3 1/2 blocks to beach. THE DOCTOR’S INN, on Merchant Street, modern comforts, less than 1-1/2 blocks to beach. 773/779-8728. New buffalo, MI. 269/469-3395. CASA BELLA. Sheridan Beach. Charming 3 BR reno. cottage, sleeps NEW BUFFALO, MI GETAWAY! Beautiful year round vacation home. 6, A/C, D/W, BBQ. 5 min. walk to beautiful sandy beach. June $600/wk. Check out our website @ mgrvacationrentals.com or call Bob Martin July-Aug $900/wk. Sept. 15-June 12 $800/month. 219/872-0069. 773/847-5518. SHERIDAN BEACH - 2 blocks to beach Log Home. 4/BR, 3/Bath. IMMEDIATE OCCUPANCY: unique 2 story, 2 BR home, 2 car attached Sleeps 12, AC, Fireplace, dishwasher. Washer/dryer. Lake views. Weekly garage, Grand Beach area, beach rights, fireplace, kitchen appliances, 3 rentals. Avail. July - Aug. 219/331-3360. month summer rental - $15,000 or one year lease - $1100/mo. BEAUTIFUL 2BR, furn. house on Pine Lake, LaPorte, w/deck, dock & References and security deposit required, no pets. Week days 269-469- launch. Perfect for week’s vacation. 708-790-1261. Daily or weekly. 0300; evenings & weekends 269-469-2943 MILLER BEACH - 1 BR flat, 900 sq. ft., fully furnished, panoramic view of SUMMER RENTAL, GRAND BEACH, MI, completely renovated, vintage lake, 100 yds. from beach, NO pets, smoking, children. $700 wk. 219- cottage. 3 BR, 1 block from Lake Michigan. June - Sept. weekly. 269-469- 938-6384 for brochure or leave message. 3902. Discount for multiple weeks. ADORABLE, COZY, single family Sheridan Beach cottage, close to NORTHERN MICHIGAN Beaver Island Cottage. Rental-wkly or monthly, water, $600 wk. Call 630-778-1005. starting last wk of Aug. 231-448-2001 or 219-874-4676. PLYMOUTH COTTAGE - Fully furnished, fully renovated Sheridan Beach NEW BUFFALO bungalow - wlk to beach, shops & cafes, 2 BR, deck, house. Lakeside, off Lake Shore Drive, between Stops 4 & 5. 4/BR, yard, AC, TV, VCR. Fab 50’s decor, sleeps 4-6. No Pets. $800 wk., sleeps 8. Secluded patio screened porch, private beach path just steps to $3000 mo. - summer, 269-469-9639. the lake. Great weeks still available May-September Call Beth at 630/378-5364. REAL ESTATE FOR SALE HOUSE AT 1925 LAKE SHORE DRIVE - STOP 12 - 3,600 SQ/FT. - SUMMER studio, office, or meeting space for rent. 650 sq. ft. Great light $399,000. Call 219/874-7290 weekdays, or 219/879-8965 weekends. filled space on beautiful private courtyard. All util. paid. $450/mo. or make an offer. 219-871-0123. LONG BEACH, IN - 5/BR, 2/Bath Home. 2/Blocks from lake. 2820 Elbridge Way. $450K - Appointment only. Call 773/239-5527 SHERIDAN BEACH HOUSE RENTAL: 2 blks from the beach at Stop 2. 3/4 mi. from zoo, 1.5 mi. from outlet malls & 2 mi. from Indiana Dunes HOUSE FOR SALE—secluded section of Union Pier, MI. 269/756-3652. National Lakeshore & State Park. 3 BR house with screened porch and www.gonehome.com fenced backyard. Pets possible, children welcome. Sleeps 4-6. $900/wk. Sept. 15-June 12 $800/month. 219/872-0069. $900/week or $250/weekend and $250 security deposit. 312-907-2117 BUILDING SITE, 8+ acres w/ view of pond, 10+ acres common, woods, BEACH HOUSE FOR RENT, 3 BR, Sleeps 7+, AC, Washer/Dryer, 1 Blk off 1000 N. Heston/Galena Twnshp area. $170.000. 219-879-2889. from beach. $950 wk. Mike @ 312-969-3994. *MICHIANA SHORES, IN. Mixed-use 3 unit in wooded setting. 2 com- SPECTACULAR BEVERLY SHORES PRIVATE WALLED VILLA mercial spaces plus luxury apartment. City water & sewer, separate utili- ties, 2-car garage, basement w/ ample storage. Business or professional, Designer Furnished. 4/BR, 4/bath. Spacious Heated 20x40 Pool. retail, cafe, antique shop, book store; call for allowed uses. Immaculate Bubbling Spa. Huge deck. Light and sound system. Bistro BBQ Gas grill. condition. $219,000. **Wooded building site great for log cabin/cottage, Angel Garden. walk to beaches. $46,000. Broker-Owner 219/879-0811. Quiet. Private. UNION PIER, MI, 2BR co-op apt., cathedral ceilings, oak floors, 1 blk from Starts at $2000/week. 312-656-1097. beach, corner lot, private pkg. $225,000 Victor Construction, 269-469-4924. Page 58 June 12, 2003

Off the Book Shelf Long Beach Styling Salon by Sally Carpenter presents The Da Vinci Code by Dan Brown This book has been haunting me. Every time I Traci Murray turned around, there it was; on every bestselling list Traci has been training with Linda across the country since it came out in March. So, I & Beth for 2 months. finally gave in and read it. Wow. Watch for this one to become a movie; I’d bet on it. It has all the elements for a winner, and then some: murder, cryptic messages, The first 30 calls for a hair cut will be complimentary. church history, myths, art, and the requisite handsome 219/872-6977 male and female leads: Robert Langdon, a famous sym- 2411 St. Lawrence Ave. • Long Beach bologist from Harvard University, and Sophie Neveu, a French cryptographer for the Paris police. All the action takes place over a two day period, starting inside the Louve in Paris and ending at Rosslyn Chapel (“Cathedral of Codes”) in Edinburgh, Scotland. MARTA World renowned curator, Jacques Sauniere is found dead in the Grand Gallery of the Louve; shot in the GEROMETTA stomach (a slow death, they say). Before he died, he managed to leave a coded message for Sophie, his INTERIORS estranged granddaughter. He tells her to seek out Robert 269-469-4610 Langdon;they were to have met that evening. Before he died, Sauniere took off his clothes and then used his own blood and a black light pen to draw a circle PROFESSIONAL INTERIOR DESIGN FIRM RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL around him ala “The Vitruvian Man” by Da Vinci. That, along with some rhyming verse, left the police baffled,

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