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Volume 27, Number 36 Thursday, September 15, 2011

Ambler Flatwoods-LaPorte County’s Best Kept Secret By Rick A. Richards

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A glimpse of what large swaths of northern In- Those downed trees create their own micro-habi- diana looked like hundreds of years ago is tucked tats where insects, plants and small animals thrive. away in a small nature preserve in Springfi eld Along with that, Quinlan said there is an incredible Township on Meer Road. amount of diversity, both in species and habitats. Ambler Flatwoods, a 350-acre preserve owned On a late spring walk through the woods, Quin- and managed by Shirley Heinze Land Trust, is an lan pointed to the number of birch trees in Ambler undiscovered jewel of undisturbed woods and wet- Flatwoods. “It’s unique to see birch in numbers like lands in the shadow of urban development. this. I like the size of Ambler Flatwoods. It’s still The fact that Ambler Flatwoods exists at all in pretty isolated and when you walk through it, you this area is remarkable. can’t see the end of the woods.” “We’re at the southern edge of their range,” said Even though Ambler Flatwoods is just outside Paul Quinlan, stewardship program manager for of Michigan City, Quinlan estimates the property Shirley Heinze Land Trust. “The thing that makes gets only about 30 or 40 visitors a month. It is a it a fl atwoods is that there is really sandy soil with place where hikers can enjoy relative solitude, even clay underneath. It doesn’t drain very well. Trees though Interstate 94 butts up against the southeast can’t root too deep so you pick up certain species – corner of the property. white oak and pin oak – and trees fall down more often in a fl atwoods.” Continued on Page 2 THE Page 2 September 15, 2011

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Ambler Flatwoods Continued from Page 1 “There are wild turkeys in here,” said Quin- lan. “There are a lot of amphibians. In 2005, we put out traps to capture and count them and found over 20 species of snakes, turtles, frogs, toads and salamanders.” One of the unique reptiles is Blanding’s turtle, a mostly nondescript green turtle with a yellow chin. It’s an endangered species in In- diana, Michigan and many other Great Lakes states and Canada.

Paul Quinlan is stewardship manager for the Shirley Heinze Land Trust which owns the 350-acre Ambler Flatwoods in Springfi eld Township. (Photo by Rick A. Richards) It is the largest example of boreal fl atwoods (one of the rarest natural habitats in Indiana) in the state and it’s the only such example in LaPorte County. Quinlan said the area is more akin to woodlands that are commonly found in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula or in northern Wisconsin. At last count, Quinlan said there were more than 400 species of plants in Ambler Flatwoods, includ- May apple is a unique fl owering plant found in fl atwoods habitat. ing 15 on the state’s rare and endangered species This young May apple will grow to 18 inches and its fl ower will be found list. There also are some 20 species of reptiles and under the leaves. (Photo by Rick A. Richards) amphibians living in Ambler Flatwoods, along with It can live to be 80 years old and doesn’t reach a vibrant community of nesting birds. sexual maturity until 14. It eats both vegetation and small animals like fi sh, frogs and crustaceans. Its timid nature makes it one of the more diffi cult species for humans to fi nd. “If it’s able to survive here, that means it’s a good habitat for amphibians and reptiles,” said Quinlan. Among the plants unique to Ambler Flatwoods is club moss, May apple and service berry. Shirley Heinze Land Trust began steps to acquire Ambler Flatwoods in 1999 after the area was identifi ed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resourc- es as “a valuable natural resource.” The fi rst acquisition was 148 acres. By 2004, an additional 51 acres were purchased, and by 2009, two separate donations of 23 acres had been accepted. Later in 2009, the land trust bought 90 acres Hikers can fi nd large stand of birch throughout Ambler Flatwoods. and followed that in 2010 with the purchase of 40 (Photo by Rick A. Richards) more acres. THE September 15, 2011 Page 3

Information kiosks at the entrance to Ambler Flatwoods explain the variety of plant and ani- Join us for an mal life in the 350-acre preserve. (Photo by Rick A. open house Richards) Along with private donations, Shirley Heinze Land Trust also receives funding assistance from Thur., Sept. 15 the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Division of Nature Preserves of the Indiana Department of Stop by LifeWorks Business Park between Natural Resources, the Nature Conservancy and 4 pm and 7 pm to learn about all that the Natural Resource Damage Fund. our new location has to offer. A ribbon “It is key that organizations involved in land pres- ervation cooperate,” said Quinlan. “Grant funders cutting ceremony begins at 5:30 pm. want to see that type of cooperation. They want to see us create a synergy. OPEN HOUSE FEATURES “We’ve had a lot of help from DNR and the Na- Diagnostic imaging services ture Conservancy,” said Quinlan. “Mostly we ac- Orthopedic services quire land through grants. We use money from the Rehabilitation services environmental license plate fund from the state and Wellness services we match it with private funds from donors.” Laboratory services In the small gravel parking lot on Meer Road just Cardiovascular services north of Tryon Road, Quinlan talked about plans for IU Health Occupational Services the future of Ambler Flatwoods. While the area will Cleveland Ave never be developed as a state park would for recre- 421 ation, Quinlan said Shirley Heinze Land Trust does Franklin St plan to make the area a bit more accessible with W 400 N the addition of a hiking trail through some of the E Kieffer Rd N Frontage Rd recently acquired property. Continued on Page 4

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©2011 IU Health 02/11 HY30911_2270 There are hiking trails in Ambler Flatwoods, but they are primitive with out mulch and without handrails for foot bridges. (Photo by Rick A. Richards) THE Page 4 September 15, 2011 Ambler Flatwoods ﬁ nding frogs and salamanders. There are a lot of Continued from Page 3 species here you don’t see anywhere else. “When the kids leave, I hope they take an awareness with them about nature. Beyond that I hope they get an appreciation for the place and maybe they’ll come back with their parents with a desire to learn more.”

Ambler Flatwoods Size: 350 Acres Dedicated: 2006 Home to: More than 400 species of native plants and 20 species of reptiles and amphibians. Public Access: Open year round for hiking, nature Paul Quinlan looks at a patch of some of the four species of club moss found in Ambler Flatwoods. (Photo by Rick A. Richards) study, birding and photography. Motorized vehicles “It’s not going to be a place to camp and it’s not and mountain bikes are prohibited. real friendly for a picnic,” he said. “We try to put Trailheads: Trail loops begin at small parking lots the trails in with as low an impact as possible. We on Meer Road and on Freyer Road. Information ki- try not to make them real wide. We’re a little more osks are at each lot. rustic than the National Lakeshore.” Upcoming Event: Saturday, Oct. 1. Dedication of The land trust recently acquired a 40-acre parcel new additions and a donor hike (by invitation). of land to the west of Meer Road. “It was sold to us For more information: Shirley Heinze Land Trust, at a discount in order to make it affordable,” said 444 Barker Road, Michigan City, IN 46360. Call (219) Quinlan, adding that Shirley Heinze Land Trust 874-4725, or visit the Web site, www.heinzetrust.org owns more than 1,300 acres of land in LaPorte, Porter and Lake counties that it is maintaining as natural habitat. “But this is the biggest tract,” Quinlan said of Ambler Flatwoods. “We are going to put trails through the north portion of the 90 acres we recently acquired and on the 40 acres across the road. We hope to put in another trail head at Tryon Road and Indiana 212 and another small parking lot. “We’re not looking to build a nature center, but we want people to get out and enjoy it,” he said. Among the biggest users of Shirley Heinze properties are schools. Classes visit Ambler Flatwoods as well as properties in Hobart and Portage. “The This entrance to Ambler Flatwoods on Meer Road. kids love coming here,” said Quinlan. “They love (Photo by Rick A. Richards)

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The ﬁ nish line in front of the Michiana Fire Department.

Mark and Drake Weyermuller run by the corner of El Portal and Michiana Drive on the State Line near the landmark lifeguard chair.

Drake and Mark Weyermuller stand with fi re fi ghter Geoff Crist who ran in full gear to raise awareness for Autism research. Jeff fi nished at 46:56 in full fi reman gear with great cheers from the crowd.

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To further understand the increased risk of heart disease trial medication and blood glucose testing and explore ways to reduce it, Novo Nordisk [or insert equipment as well as compensation for your trial centre], [Insert location], is seeking people with type time and travel [remove/adapt as appropriate]. 2 diabetes to take part in a new clinical study involving a novel treatment that has been demonstrated to improve For more information with no obligation, glycemic control in people with type 2 diabetes. please call the diabetes study team:

To join the trial you must be: Shanna Davis, CCRC • Over the age of 50 LaPorte County Institute for Clinical Research 1-219-879-0333 Ext 228 • Have type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease www.leadertrial.com • Able to attend seven visits during the first year of the trial and two annual visits until the end of 2015 This study has been reviewed by: [Insert ethics/committee and/or regulation authority].

References: 1. International Diabetes Federation (2006). United Nations Resolution 61/225: World Diabetes Day. Available at URL: www.idf.org/webdata/docs/World_Diabetes_Day_Media_Kit.pdf. Last accessed March 2010 2. Morrish NJ, Wang SL, Stevens LK et al(2001). Mortality and causes of death in the WHO Multinational Study of Vascular Disease in Diabetes. Diabetologia. 44 Suppl 2:S14-S21. THE Page 14 September 15, 2011 County School Display at Museum School has started again and to show our School Spirit, the La Porte County Historical Society Mu- seum is featuring a special display entitled: “Gone but not Forgotten: La Porte County Schools”. Fea- tured in the display will be memorabilia from La Porte County Schools that are no longer in exis- tence. Letter sweaters, class rings, letter jackets, trophies, etc. will be exhibited from schools such as Union Mills, Wanatah, Rolling Prairie, and Kings- bury. A 1930 graduation dress from Hanna, badges from Clinton Twp. and Mill Creek, and several com- posite class photos will also be shown. The display is currently on exhibit and will remain up through the end of November. In conjunction with the school display, County Historian Fern Eddy Schultz and Asst. Curator Su- sie Richter will present a program at the museum on September 17th at 1 p.m. One-Room Schoolhouses, by Fern Eddy Schul- tz, will include historical information about struc- The fine art of furniture tures in the county, curriculum, teacher requirements, school grounds and evolution of the school to the modern building of today. Early School Items, by Su- sie Richter, will show items of early schools in the La Porte County Historical Society’s collection and their use original designs by described. Terry Hanover Extra-cur- ricular ac- A letter sweater from tivity items Union Mills High School will also be included in the presentation There is no charge for the pro- 13400 Red Arrow Hwy, Harbert, MI•269-469-5687• www.centeroftheworld.net gram; however regular museum admission will apply. A letter jacket from The LaPorte County Histori- Kingsbury High School cal Society Museum is located at 2405 Indiana Ave., LaPorte, and is open Tues. – Sat., 10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Call ahead for admission Christos prices at 219-324-6767, or visit www.laportecounty- Coin & Jewelry history.org. The facility is accessible to those with COINS • GOLD • SILVER disabilities. VINTAGE JEWELRY PAPER MONEY History of Ragtime Piano Concert FINE WATCHES Sun., Sept. 18, 2 p.m. WE BUY GOLD & SILVER Michigan City Public Library Traditional pianist/composer Deborrah Wyndham NOW OPEN IN 2 LOCATIONS has given over 2,700 performances and will add one 433 North Dixie Way 1802 E. US Hwy 20 more with this free concert. With a variety of genres South Bend, IN Michigan City, IN to offer, including ragtime, she plays mostly all her (574) 247 1818 (219) 814 4333 own arrangements. She has recorded several CDs www.christoscoins.com Evergreen Plaza and also performs as a singer and songwriter. Audi- ences have described her piano playing as sounding ALWAYS BUYING COLLECTIONS & ESTATES “like four hands.” THE September 15, 2011 Page 15

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• Near Outlet Mall, Casinos and Lake Michigan THE Page 18 September 15, 2011 LaP. Co. Historical Society Meeting When “That The ﬁ rst fall meeting of the La Porte County His- torical Society, Inc. will be held Tues., Sept. 20, at will never the Activity Center for Older Adults, 910 State St., happen La Porte. This facility is the old Central Fire Sta- tion located across Madison Street from IU La Porte to me” Hospital. Social time starts at 6:00 p.m. followed by a carry-in dinner at 6:30 p.m. Bring a covered happens. dish (salad, vegetable, dessert, etc.). Meat and table service will be provided. RESERVATIONS ARE A MUST! Phone (219) 324-6767, email info@laporte- countyhistory.org or stop at the museum to reserve Jim Eriksson, Agent I’m ready to help. before deadline, Fri., Sept. 16, 4:30 p.m. 405 Johnson Road There’s never a good time Business meeting is at 7:15 p.m. The program for Michigan City, IN 46360 for an accident to happen. But Bus: 219-874-6360 the evening will be “Homemade Jam.” Dan Moser [email protected] when it does, you can count on and group will present music of American Stan- Mon-Fri 9:00am to 5:00pm me to be there quickly so you dard, traditional and country songs. The group con- Saturday & After Hrs by Appt can get your life back to normal. sists of Moser, Kathy Leek of Union Mills and Jack ™ GET TO A BETTER STATE . Collings. They have played at state parks and local CALL ME TODAY. festivals throughout the area for the last two decades on the hammered dulcimer, guitar, banjo and bass. The meeting facility is handicapped accessible and guests are welcome. Please visit: www.la- portecountyhistory.org. for more information about the Society and its Museum.

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Kids can complete in business or personal life special activities and earn junior ranger, fi refi ghter, when traditional answers are not adequate. and archeologist patches. Parking for the event is Dr. Firestien is president of Innovation Resourc- located across from the Chellberg Farm on Mineral es, Inc. and teaches creativity and facilitation at the Springs Road in Porter, Indiana. International Center for Studies in Creativity and Start your day with a stroll from the parking lot Change Leadership in New York, part of the New or take the shuttle to the Bailly Homestead, a Na- York University System. He also lectures and leads tional Historic Landmark tucked away in woods training sessions around the world. along the Little Calumet River. Learn how Native The ForumCornucopia Creativity conference Americans and early Euro-American immigrants is being sponsored by the Center for Creative So- lived, traveled and traded in the Duneland region lutions, 410 Franklin Square, Michigan City. The before 1870. Watch Native American singers and Center’s CEO, Cynthia Hedge, was a student of dancers, play early native games, tour the historic Firestien’s while working on her Masters degree in Bailly house, listen to stories from 150 years ago, creativity. and discover what National Park Service archeolo- To fi nd out more about Roger Firestien, visit his gists have unearthed. website at www.rogerfi restien.com. The day-long Then take the shuttle or amble the trials through conference will consist of a morning plenary session, the forest to the restored Chellberg Farm. The cen- followed by a lunch panel discussion of regional innovation practitioners. Two concurrent sessions tury spanning 1830 to 1930 refl ects a dramatic shift will be held in the afternoon. Registration begins of regional land use from small family farms like at 8:30 AM and the conference will end at 2:00 PM. the Chellberg farm to a more industrialized society. Everyone is invited to stay for wine and light hors Try your hand at labor intensive activities like cider d’oeuvres afterwards. The cost is $50 per person pressing, bread and butter making, and food pres- and seating is limited. For more information or to ervation. Let the kids play traditional games (no register, call 219-861-0955 or email creativity52@ batteries or electricity required) and try your hand comcast.net at clothes washing using a scrub board with soap made at the farm. After all the activity, relax to the music of Trillium, Banjo Bob and the Nordic Kids Norwegian Food at Festival dancers. Scandiana Lodge, Sons of Norway will set up a Finish your heritage journey at the modern Bail- food-both at the Northern Indiana Historical Power ly/Chellberg Visitor Center and discover some of the Association 35th Annual Fall Harvest Festival. diversity of our contemporary Duneland communi- The festival will take place at Sunset Hill Park, ty. Drawn by industry, tourism, growing residential 775 Meridian Road, Valparaiso on Sept. 23. 24. and communities, and the beauty of the dunes, these re- 25. 2011. cent generations helped create the state park and Members of the lodge will be serving their Fa- national lakeshore. At the modern site, listen to the mous Apple Fritters, coffee and cold drinks on Sat- music of the Drum Divas and the stories of Mama urday and Sunday, 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Edie or you can go eye to eye with a falcon, reha- For more information, phone 219/926-3317. bilitated by Take Flight. At the activity booths learn how the early ecology and conservation movements shaped these lands and preserved them for this and Understanding Your Dreams future generations. Sat., Sept. 17, 2 p.m. For more information on this or other programs Michigan City Public Library at Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, visit the This is a workshop for people interested in dreams park website at www.nps.gov/indu/planyourvisit or and their signifi cance. Learn techniques to make it contact the Indiana Dunes information desk at 219- possible to remember and understand your dreams. 395-1882. Terese Fabbri, an experienced dream therapist, will More information at www.nps.gov/INDU facilitate. THE September 15, 2011 Page 21 THE Page 22 September 15, 2011 Poet Laureate Susan Block Pens Play “Four-in-Hand: A Quartet of One-Act Plays” by Susan Block, LaPorte County Poet Laureate (2010) draws characters that, like most of us, have an unspeakable secret, an irreversible regret, an un- The Community Center has books for you to achievable dream and an unforgettable love. enjoy located in the bookcase in the Hallway by the The plays, three dramas and one comedy, will be Fitness Center entrance. Please feel free to help presented at Footlight Theater on Sat., Sept. 24 at 7 yourself to a book or drop off books; if you would p.m. and on Sun., Sept. 25 at 2 p.m. as a fund-raiser like to donate books please drop them off at Anne’s benefi t for Footlight. A champagne/ hors d’oeuvres offi ce. This is a great way to recycle books in our reception, an opportunity to meet playwright and community! cast, will follow each performance at the Blink Con- Starting in October - Suite #1 known as the temporary Art Gallery next door to the theater. The Historical Room will be moving down the hall to reception is included in the ticket price. “Four-in-Hand” is directed by award-winning Suite #12 which will be the new Historical room/ Bobby Komendera. library room where many monthly meetings will be Cast members include: Mike McCalment, Jan held for different organizations. Rice, Eric and Rachel Best, Dee Piotrowski, Greta The Community Center is looking for a used Friedman, Ray Walters, Mary Kay Steele, Bonnie but clean workable electric stove for the kitchen lo- Quigley and Christine Wiegand. While the plays cated in the gym!! So if you are planning to purchase are the meat of the performance, a condiment of po- a new stove please keep the Community Center in etry will be added by Poet Laureate Susan Block. mind. Playwright Block is a published poet, essayist and Fall Girlfriend Sale - your ultimate woman’s short story author. Her writings have appeared in resale clothing event, will be held in Studio #11 The Chicago Tribune, The News Dispatch, antholo- Oct 14th, 15th, 22nd, 23rd, and 29th If you would gies and various literary publications. In 2009, she like to participate by submitting up to 30 items of was the fi rst prizewinner of an original love letter clothing, jewelry and accessories for resale, phone contest in conjunction with the award-winning fi lm Susan Vissing ASAP at 219-861-6188 or e-mail “Bright Star.” She has led poetry workshops and [email protected] to make an appointment produced symposiums on poetry and creativity in now through Oct. 7th. You will receive 50% of the the arts at the Lubeznik Center where she has been selling price of your items sold and are invited to the a long-standing member of the Board of Directors. private sale night for contributors and their friends. Advance reservations are strongly recommended Space is limited so book your appointment early! and may be made through the theater’s InfoLine at Long Beach Fitness Center - Back to School 219-874-4035 or website at www.FootlightPlayers. Membership Sale: Sale good through Sept. 25, org. Tickets are $20 per performance. 2011. For more info call Cindy at 219-879-7395 or e-mail longbeachfi [email protected] Yoga With Lauralee – Suite #8. Just a reminder Friends of MC Library Special Sale that the Tuesday 6:00 p.m. class used to be an In- Mon. & Tues., Sept. 19, 20, 9 a.m. termediate class and is now a very gentle slow fl ow Michigan City Public Library class. Call for more information, 219-861-7394. The Friends of the Library is growing their trust Amy’s Boot Camp - now offering Mon/Wed/Fri, fund with this sale of accessories and gifts in the 8:15–9:45 a.m: Cardio & Strength. Get the best in- library meeting room. There’s something for every- ner and outer shape of your life. Suite #9. one at this unique sale where most everything costs Duplicate Bridge – Tuesdays at 6:15 p.m. in no more than $6. Bring a friend and shop products Courtyard room. Call Glen at 219-872-9386. for every age. Great values on fashion and seasonal Beach Access Vacations and Rental –Suite #2 accessories, jewelry, gadgets, gifts and more. There Check out merchandise that you can rent and pur- will also be a baked goods sale both days. chase!!! Call Hiedi or Liz 219-878-1210. Quality Carpet – Need your rugs cleaned, your windows washed or car detailed? Call Ron Papke Banned Books Week 219-608-3145 or stop by Suite #14. September 24 through October 1. Chakra Bliss Massage Therapy - Call Julie at It’s Banned Books Week, September 24 through 219-561-3522 for your appointment, Suite #3. October 1 at the Michigan City Public Library. Stop Other opportunities to take advantage of at in Youth Services every day and enter a chance to the community center: private parties, showers, win several prizes: T-shirts, bracelets, a gift certifi - birthday parties!! The Community Center has space cate to The Bookstore, and many others. Just tell for rent. Call Anne Heywood at 219-874-6616. which banned books you have read or plan to read! ----submitted by Anne Heywood, 9/8/11 THE September 15, 2011 Page 23

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58th Sinai Forum Opens Sept. 18 The 58th season of the Purdue University North Central Sinai Forum will open on Sept. 18 at 3 p.m. at Elston Middle School, 317 Detroit Street, in Michigan City. All programs have a book signing following the program. Forum subscription tickets are $75 for regular tickets, $125 for donor tickets and $150 for patron tickets. Any student with a valid ID admitted free. Tickets can be purchased in person with cash or check at the Lubeznik Center for the Arts, 101 W. Sec- ond St., Michigan City; Kabelin Hardware, 512 Andrew Ave., LaPorte; The PNC Advancement Ofﬁ ce on the Westville Campus and at PNC - Porter County Undergraduate Center, 600 Vale Park Road, Valparaiso. Tickets can be purchased via credit card at www.sinaiforum.org The 2011 season is sponsored by the Franciscan Alliance Northern Indiana Hospitals, including Francis- can St. Anthony Health in Michigan City and Crown Point, Franciscan St. Margaret Health in Dyer and Hammond, and Franciscan Physicians Hospital in Munster. Here is the speaker line-up:

Sept. 18: Twitter Oct. 16: Getting vs. Tanks: Who Wins it Straight: Econom- in the 21st Centu- ic Revision Time -- ry? -- speaker Torie speaker Nomi Prins Clarke Past managing di- Former assistant rector of Goldman secretary of defense, Sachs, current au- communications ex- thor, journalist and pert, author and lec- lecturer, Nomi Prins turer, Torie Clarke exposes the funda- provides her insight mental follies of our into how the ever in- economic system and creasing popularity the schemes of those of “social networking” who have no intention and cyberspace com- of letting it change. If munications impacts you’ve found yourself the way all types of battles are organized and enraged and frustrated with how the bank bailout fought. Merging her unique public and private sec- went bust for the American people, or how Wall tor service into this provocative program, she will Street continues to operate as if the rest of the world impart information that only she can provide. Her doesn’t matter, Nomi Prins will provide a deeper tour throughout the country speaking to standing understanding of what we really have to be angry room only audiences has received rave reviews. about and how we can ﬁ ght for some real change. A Forum favorite, Clarke returns to walk us through what this new age of hyper-communications means to our political, business and human interactions.

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Visit Our Showroom 219-874-6485 922 W. U.S. Hwy. 20 Door & Opener Michigan City, IN 46360 Sales, Service & Installation Family Owned And Operated Since 1999 THE Page 26 September 15, 2011 Hospice Volunteer Training Opera at the Acorn’s Season Finale! The Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) of Indiana Sat., Set. 17, 8 p.m. MI time University Health La Porte Hospital is looking for The Acorn Theater, 107 Generations Dr., Three volunteers to offer their time to help Hospice pa- Oaks, MI tients and their families in the La Porte County Opera at the Acorn climaxes the season with the area. return by popular demand of last year’s overwhelm- All interested volunteers undergo 10 to 12 hours ing hit “Jacques Brel and Kurt Weill are alive and of training on the following dates: Friday, Sept. 16 well and Living in Three Oaks!” This time it’s called at the VNA offi ce from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Tues- “Jacques Brel and Kurt Weill are Back in Town!” day, Sept. 20 at La Porte Hospital from 9 a.m. to Opera at the Acorn hopes to take this show to Chi- 1 p.m. Registration is required. Call toll free (800) cago, and, perhaps, beyond, so it needed to acquire 822-5378. a new name. But the show remains the same, with Hospice provides compassionate care to individu- perhaps the addition of a new song or two. als who are at the terminal stage of life, assisting Last year this show played to two turn-away with the physical, emotional and spiritual needs houses, and after receiving many calls from the with an emphasis on pain and symptom manage- public dissapointed at not being able to get tickets ment. Patients are allowed to live every moment for the earlier shows, Opera at the Acorn founder with dignity and share quality time with family and Robert Swan was persuaded to add this reprise as friends. a season fi nale. Hospice volunteers will: Special guest will again be the legendary Bonnie •Visit a patient’s home to provide companionship Koloc, who will sing the great song by Kurt Weill •Offer respite time (about two to four hours per “My Ship,” and the funny, touching song by Jacques visit) for the caregiver to rest, run errands...etc. Brel, “I Loved.” •Provide emotional support to the patient and Soprano Martha Cares, a veteran of years on the family Broadway stage, negotiates the emotional roller- •Perform small housekeeping chores coaster ride of these classic treasures with amazing •Provide bereavement support to the family after ease and poignancy. Bass, and Opera at the Acorn the patient’s death founder Robert Swan discovers the humor and dra- Volunteers do not need to have a medical back- ma in these songs, to be “..as powerful and funny as ground in order to participate. anything in opera!” Swan says his background in Broadway, fi lm and television have all been useful Humor Writing Workshop in fi nding the core of these iconic songs. Elliott Delman will accompany on guitar, with A Humor Writing Workshop will be held at the Dan Davis on percussion. These gentlemen are two Box Factory for the Arts for writers who want to of the hottest players in Chicago. Don Stille doubles add humor to their work. The one-day workshop is on piano and accordion. He’s a legend unto himself on Sat., Sept. 17 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. MI time. Cost on the Chicago scene. is $50 or $45 for Berrien Artist Guild members, and While there are still tickets available, it would be includes lunch. best to call the theater at 269-756-3879, or go to the Kate Aspengren, Adjunct Assistant Professor of website at www.acorntheater.com Playwriting at the University of Iowa, will teach the class. Aspengren is a 1994 graduate of the Play- wrights Workshop at UI which is considered to Auditions at Chicago Street Theatre have the top graduate creative writing program in the country. She has had four plays published. She Auditions will be held for “It’s A Wonderful Life: teaches a humor writing class at the university’s A Live Radio Play,” adapted by Joe Landry from the annual Summer Writing Festival. screenplay by Frances Goodrich, Albert Hackett, The workshop, sponsored by the Writers’ Studio Frank Capra, and Jo Swerling; directed by Dona at the Box Factory, is being held in conjunction with Henry & Kelly Hite. the Ring Lardner exhibit, which honors a locally- Auditions will take place Sunday, September 25 born humorist. The exhibit opens on Fri., Sept. 16. @ 7:30 p.m. and Monday, September 26 @ 7:30 p.m. Details and entry form are available by contacting at the Chicago Street Theatre, 154 W. Chicago St., the Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad Street, St. Valparaiso, IN, In the Edith Wood Studio upstairs Joseph, MI, 49085; by telephone at 269-983-3688; (219) 464-1636 for more information. or on the Website at www. boxfactoryforthearts.org Casting Requirements: 2 women (18 and older), and 3 men (18 and older). Auditioners will read from a script and must be open to playing multiple roles. Performance dates are Nov. 18 - Dec. 17, 2011. THE September 15, 2011 Page 27

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To ǋnd a physician associated with Franciscan St Anthony HealthMichigan City call 00 122 FranciscanStAnthonyorg THE Page 28 September 15, 2011 The Awesome Art Club at Marquette LaPorte Community Concert Program Marquette Catholic High School announced that Mexico’ fi nest young brass quintet, Metales M5 they will be sponsoring the “Awesome Art Club” will take the stage in LaPorte at the High School starting Sat., Sept. 24, 1-3 p.m. This fun program is Auditorium (700 “F” St.) on Thurs., Sept. 22nd. The open to all 7th and 8th grade students in the area. performance will start at 7:00 p.m. and is sponsored The cultural opportunity is primarily free with the by the LaPorte Community Concert Association. exception of a possible fi eld trip to Chicago. The fi rst When one thinks about Mexican music, the fi rst meeting will take place in the Marquette Catholic type that comes to mind is the Mariachi Band… High School art room. The address is 306 W. 10th which is somewhat similar to the brass quintet Me- Street in Michigan City. These creative students tales M5, except that Metales plays not only Mari- will need to enter the building from the opposite achi music but all kinds of other music including side of the building through the West doors closest classical, jazz and pops. to St. Mary Church. Their programming is nicely balanced between The “Awesome Art Club” activities will probably classical pieces (played in costume) and jazz tunes, include various art projects and installations. The including a segment of “007” music (also in cos- group will work on community services. Trips to artists’ studios and art museums are another pos- tume), and fi nishing off with lots of rousing Mexi- sibility. Edwin Shelton will guide the “Awesome can folk tunes including a bullfi ght scene. Art Club”. He is starting his second year as an art Each member of Metales M5 has extensive profes- teacher for 7th and 8th grade students from St. sional background with his respective brass instru- Stanislaus at Marquette Catholic High School. Mr. ment. Holding degrees from universities in Germa- Shelton will also be the art instructor for Renais- ny and Mexico City, the musicians have played in sance Charter School on route 20. Mr. Shelton was the symphony orchestras of Bremen, Berlin, Mon- granted his Indiana Visual Arts License in July. He terey, Guanajuato, Mexico City and Acapulco. was the program director for the Lubeznik Center Their unique style combining fi ne chamber mu- for the Arts for about 4 1⁄2 years. Mr. Shelton has sic with popular entertainment makes Metales M5 a Master of Fine Art degree in sculpture from the incomparable. They are fresh, funny and entertain- University of Wisconsin - Madison. ing. Contact Mr. Shelton at 219-879-4277, if you need This is the fi rst concert of fi ve concerts in La- additional information or a registration form. Porte of the 2011-2012 Community Concert Sea- The “Awesome Art Project” will culminate with son. There are 18 additional concerts (Valparaiso, an exhibition of the members’ artworks. The pub- Portage, Munster and Warsaw) where this ticket lic and families will be able to view these creations. will also be honored. A season ticket costs $45.00. The “Awesome Art Project” exhibition will take For more information of how you can purchase one, place sometime in May. phone Bill Burger at 219-362-5292 or Beth LeRoy at 219-362-8262. Tickets will be available at the door: $15.00 for portuluz presents: adults, $5.00 for students through high school. Jazz on a Summer’s Day… at The Lakeside Inn (269)469-0600 15251 Lakeshore Road, Lakeside Michigan 15th Annual Shake, Rattle & Roll Car Show Tickets are $15 per person, all ages are welcome to attend Sat., Sept. 17, gates open 2 p.m. [email protected], www.portoluz.org, or www. LaPorte Co. Fairgrounds, 2581 W. State Rd. 2, lakesideinns.com LaPorte Renee Baker’s Mantra Blue Free Orchestra- This car show fundraiser is being put on by Unit- September 18, 4 p.m. MI time ed Way of LaPorte County. Awesome trophies will Led by composer/violinist Renee’ Baker, the Man- be given for the top 3 cars. Car show ballots are tal- tra Blue Free Orchestra performs freely-improvised lied at 7 p.m. and show judging by “People’s Choice”. and/or through-composed pieces that cannot be pi- Car show entry fee $10 includes 1 dance admis- geonholed into any preconceived musical category. sion; phone Eddy Greenwood at 219/861-5105 or The diverse and multicultural group features in- Bob Groendyke at 219/861-5422 for more informa- strumentalists and vocalists pulled from many dif- tion. ferent musical scenes in Chicago. On display will be The Chi-Town Hustler and NASCAR’s Miller Lite #2 “Blue Deuce.” Warm up bands will play from 5-8 p.m. followed by Street Dancin2! Featuring “Att3ntion D3fi cit” from 8 p.m.-midnight, $5 cover. THE September 15, 2011 Page 29

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At the Coolspring Branch Library Come to the Coolspring Branch Library near the corner of 400 North and Johnson Road, Michigan City, at anytime that it is open during September for a Surprise Me Storytime. Anyone from birth to ﬁ ve years can hear a story and do a fun action rhyme just by asking. This is an Every Child Ready to Read program. For more information, phone 219-879-3272. THE September 15, 2011 Page 31 Full Color Printing Brochures Fliers Newsletters Annual Reports Business Cards Promotional Pamphlets

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Thanks, Joan, for truly getting me started in of credit journalism. And now, please allow me to quote di- for my ef- rectly from the accounts Joan Johnson so graciously forts, but I printed in The Beverly Review in Chicago of my had an ex- grand adventure in Taiwan. perience of a lifetime as I joined a plucky band of ISU student- teachers on a journey more than half-way around the world to live with families in Taiwan, A memento of my time in Taiwan. teach three or more My fi rst class met at 8:30 a.m. The others were at 10:15 and 3:30. And, classes per day at the local YMCAs in the cities to yes, we took a long siesta during the hottest time of the day. which we were posted, and, as a bonus, to visit Ja- To wit: pan coming and going. Some of us even took a side “(Kaohsiung, Taiwan)… Today was my fi rst day trip at the end of the summer to such exotic locales teaching, and I really enjoyed it despite the fact that as Hong Kong. the YMCA building is not air-conditioned. My fi rst class, consisting of 20 senior high school aged students, meets at 8:30 a.m. The others meet at 10:15 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. respectively. There are fi ve of us from ISU teaching here in Kaohsiung. Teaching has proved to be far easier than I had envisioned. This is due in part to the willingness of the students to learn and the clarity of the textbooks.” (I should note that despite my positive experience as a student-teacher that summer, I did not go on to become a teacher. But then that’s another story for another time, isn’t it?) So back to my dispatch in The Beverly Review in 1969: “My hosts, the Hong family, have proven to be warm and friendly. Two of the members speak Eng- lish, so I have no serious diffi culties in communicat- We arrived in Kaohsiung by train after a six-hour journey south from Taipei. Sorry, I don’t remember my fellow teachers’ names. ing, and, yes, I am picking up some Mandarin Chi- nese. Not much, but some. Their home is beautiful, It was all too wonderful, and, as I reported in the and I feel comfortable there. And we watched the fi rst installment, we had amazing experiences at THE September 15, 2011 Page 35 Moon Landing in their living room, and they con- gratulated me heartily as though I had person- ally helped Neil Arm- strong take that giant step for mankind. Little do they know A visit to a Buddhist temple in the mountains near Kaohsiung. That’s our leader, Professor Mark Plummer, to the left of me, on the far right. that I barely made it gent odors that are part of everyday life here, but I through am sure you would be impressed by the hospitality Physics and of the people. Astronomy “On outings with the Hongs and students to the The author with his hospitable hosts this past beautiful countryside, I have been careful to avoid in Kaohsiung, the Hong family. semester. contact with the dreaded Bamboo Viper, and I am “The Hongs have a Japanese garden in the middle reminded at every turn that President Chiang Kai- of their home, but the remainder of the residence shek and his Nationalist Party are keen on reclaim- is designed according to western specifi cations, ex- ing the mainland one fi ne day. When a Chinese cept, of course, for the bathroom, but we won’t go friend and I were taking in the pleasant evening air there. the other day on our bicycles, a military policeman “Believe it or not, I am feasting on such delicacies in a white helmet stopped us. We then watched as a as pigeon eggs, raw fi sh, squid, eel, pig’s heart, sea column of tanks and infantry crossed the road and cucumber, thousand year duck’s eggs, duck, duck, headed off into the underbrush in preparation for and more duck, shrimp balls, lobster, crab, shark fi n what many see as a coming clash with the Commu- soup, and raw eggs without so much as batting an nists on the other side of the Taiwan Strait. eyelash. Oh, and once upon a dinnertime in Tainan, “And, yes, when fi ghters of the Republic of China I ate something that tasted “like chicken” but defi - Air Force take off, they fl y low and fast. I was play- nitely wasn’t chicken. When I asked my Chinese ing tennis in Tainan the fi rst time I experienced it, hosts what I had just consumed, they made barking and I was barely able to fi nish the set afterward. noises. I kid you not! “I eat what is served except on Fridays when we “As for Taiwan, or the Republic of China, it is a ISU students take a bus out to the NRC, or Na- country with many fascinating customs and tradi- val Recreational Center, for a hearty luncheon of tions. Adjusting has proven to be a delightful adven- cheeseburgers, fries, and strawberry milkshakes. ture for me primarily because I have endeavored to While Kaohsiung is a popular port of call for ships maintain an open mind. I rather doubt you would Taiwan Continued on Page 36 enjoy the intense heat and humidity and the pun-

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We also do new set-ups and installations, wireless free estimates. We use quality cleaning products! Give us a try. networking, hard drive data recovery, and much more. We also service all You won’t be disappointed!! Referrals available. Call Ira 219-617-0630. brands of PC’s and Mac’s. Never a charge for estimates, pick-up, or delivery. Serving the area since 2001. Call Need-a-Nerd at 269-469-0755. HANDYMAN-HOME REPAIR-PLUMBING QUALITY CARPENTRY: Expert remodeling of kitchens, bathrooms. KAREN’S ALTERATIONS KORNER. Serving NW Indiana for 21 yrs. Also: doors, windows, skylights, ceramic tile, drywall, decks & repairs. American owned. Call 219-872-2098. Small jobs welcome. Call Ed at 219/878-1791. HOME HEALTH – CAREGIVERS - NANNIES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • LIVE-IN CAREGIVERS AND MORE, INC. HIRE Sue’s HUSBAND Local Employment Agency Is your list of household repair & maintenance projects growing? helps people maintain their independence in the Small jobs welcome. - Quality Work. -- Call Ed Berent security of their own homes since 1998 @ 219/879-8200. We provide: • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 7 days/24 hours care and attention • day or night shift assistance H & H HOME REPAIR • [email protected] • limited medical/nursing services • medication management We specialize in: • Carpentry • Finished Basements • New Baths • Decks • • meal preparation • light housekeeping • Electrical • Plumbing • Flooring • Ceramic Tile • Drywall/Painting Call Halina (219) 872-6221 leave message • Power Washing. Jeffery Human, owner -- 219/861-1990. An alternative to nursing home BILL SMART – Carpentry • Electrical • Plumbing • Painting COMFORT KEEPERS Winter watch service. Providing Comforting Solutions For In-Home Care Serving Harbor Country since 2001 • 269-469-4407 Homemakers, attendants, companions HANDYMEN AT YOUR SERVICE. We can do most anything. Serving From 2 to 24 hours a day (including live-ins) Northern Indiana since 1989. Call Finishing Touch, Inc. 219-872-8817. Personal emergency response systems FREE TV. ANTENNAS STILL WORK FINE. Last call $99/one time fee. All of our compassionate caregivers are screened, Up to 44 channels. No monthly fee. bonded, insured, and supervised. DR. TOM’S SERVICE CLINIC 219/716-2670 Call us at 877/711-9800 Or visit www.comfortkeepers.com PREMIER POWER WASH Decks, Fences, Concrete, Houses. Gutter Cleaning. Resealing available. Insured. Call 219-363-0475. VISITING ANGELS AMERICA’S CHOICE IN HOMECARE MDH LANDSCAPING & REMODELING Select your Caregiver from our Experienced Staff! Complete property renovation and maintenance. Basement finishing, 2-24 hour Care, Meal Preparation, Errands. deck/patio construction and maintenance. Kitchen & bath renovation. Light Housekeeping, Respite Care for Families Painting, power washing, staining. 10% disc. to senior citizens. Providing All Caregivers screened, bonded, insured you with professionalism and quality. Free est., insured. Call us today at 574-855-7727 or 269-612-0314 Call Matt 219/898-3675. Or visit www.visitingangels.com AFFORDABLE TUCKPOINTING & CHIMNEY REPAIR SERVICES. IN Personal Service Agency License #09-011822-1 Free estimates. Call 219-561-3636. CAREGIVER FOR THE ELDERLY. PAINTING-DRYWALL-WALLPAPER Flexible hours. Call Debbie at 219-879-1429. WISTHOFF PAINTING -- REFERENCES SELF IMPROVEMENT - INSTRUCTIONS Small Jobs Welcome -- Call 219/874-5279 ENTERTAINMENT & LESSONS, VOICE/INSTRUMENTS. JEFFERY J. HUMAN INTERIOR/EXTERIOR PAINTING & STAINING Call 219/872-1217. Custom Decorating - Custom Woodwork - Hang/Finish Drywall Power Washing – Deck Services - Wallpaper Removal HEALTH & PHYSICAL FITNESS Insured. Ph. 219/861-1990. [email protected] • • • MASSAGE THERAPY & WELLNESS CENTER • • • THE A & L PAINTING COMPANY -- INTERIOR & EXTERIOR Therapeutic Massage • Acupuncture & Chinese Herbal Medicine • 20-YEARS EXPERIENCE. Also Power Wash, Seal & Paint Decks. Reflexology • Heated Stone Therapy • Salt Scrub • Pregnancy Massage • Seniors (65+) 10% off labor. References. Reasonable. • Healing Touch • Chair Massage & Wellness Programs for Business • Phone 219/778-4145. Qigong • Personal Fitness • Gift Certificates ROBERT ALLEN & ASSOCIATES, INC. – Painting & Decorating www.wellness-specialists.com Interior-Exterior. Custom Painting. Wall Coverings. Drywall Repair 1026 N Karwick Rd. 219-879-5722 (Mon-Sat) Insured. Competitive Rates. Reliable. Call 219-840-1581. For Evening/Weekend Appointments, Call our New Buffalo Location at the Harbor Grand Hotel 888-605-6800. DUNIVAN PAINTING & POWERWASHING Interior/Exterior • Deck, Washing, Staining. CLEANING - HOUSEKEEPING Local. Exp. Insured. Reasonable Rates. Call Brian at 219-741-0481. THE Page 44 September 15, 2011

WAYNE’S PAINTING. From top to bottom, interior/exterior. Painting, ALL FURNITURE MUST GO! All furnishings in 3BR home for sale. staining, decks, pressure washing. Free est. Fully insured. 17 yrs. exp. Best price. Easy to see. Call Chip at 708-261-5160. SALE ON EXTERIOR. 219-363-7877 days. Ask for Wayne. 4-SCHWINN BICYCLES IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. MC PAINTING. Brian Manske – 3rd generation company. CALL 219-872-1806. 35 yrs. of personal experience. 219-872-1352. GOLDEN DOODLE PUPPIES FOR SALE. 5 females, 3 males. Avail. Oct. Web: www.brianmanskepainting.com doodlepups.webs.com or call 773-415-4420. MICHIANA PAINTING & PRESSURE CLEANING Int/Ext Painting – Decks – Siding – Sidewalks – Free Estimates WANT TO BUY-REAL ESTATE 219/221-5752. I WILL BEAT ANY PROFESSIONAL ESTIMATE BY 10%. LONG BEACH HOME on or very near Lake Michigan. Call 815-207-1259. JOSEPH PAINTING – Interior/Exterior. Power Washing Drywall Repairs. Insured. Free est. 219-879-1121 or 219-448-0733. REAL ESTATE  LANDSCAPE-Lawns-Clean Up, Etc.  COMMERCIAL – RENTALS/LEASE/SELL H & D TREE SERVICE and LANDSCAPING, INC. -- OFFICE SUITE. 3 private offices and reception area. Expenses, except Full service tree and shrub care. Trimming, planting, removal. phone, paid. Well maintained, high traffic area. 2811 E. Michigan Blvd., Firewood, snowplowing, excavating. -- Call 872-7290. Michigan City. (219) 879-9188, 879-2700. FREE ESTIMATES RENTALS INDIANA HEALY’S LANDSCAPING & STONE 219/879-5150 www.healysland.com HOUSE FOR RENT IN LONG BEACH 3/BR. Across from lake. Great view & beach. Call 219/874-8692. 218 State Road 212, Michigan City, IN LONG BEACH COZY 3/BR HOUSE AT STOP 15 (Across from Beach) (Look for Big GREEN Wall) ¼ mi. s. of Hwy. 12 Summer Rental. Fireplace and Large Deck. No pets. Call 708/370-1745.               YOUR #1 STOP FOR ALL YOUR LANDSCAPING NEEDS! DUNESCAPE BEACH CLUB LAKEFRONT CONDOS -- 2 and 3 bedrooms. Landscape Design, Landscape Installation, Landscape Maintenance, May–October -- $1,100 to $2,000 per wk. Hardscaping, Spring Clean-ups, Lawn & Garden Maintenance, DUNESCAPE REALTY - 219/872-0588. Perennials, Grasses, Shrubs, Trees, Aquatic Plants, Lawn Installation: GRACIOUS VINTAGE MICHIANA HOME – ¼ blk. from lake, Stop 37. Sod or Seed, Irrigation, Land Clearing, Trees trimmed/removal, Furn., 3BR, 2BA. Sleeps 8. C/A, frpl, screen porch, deck off master BR. Dunegrass, Excavating, Ponds, Waterfalls, Firepits, Outdoor Kitchens, $1,300/month. For info email [email protected] Retaining Walls, Patios, Walkways, Flagstone, Bluestone, Decorative Phone Judy 847-814-8215. gravel, Mushroom Compost, Decomposed Granite, Pavers, Boulders, Stone veneer. SHERIDAN BEACH – charming knotty pine cottage. 4BR, 2BA. C/A, cable. ½ blk. to beach. Close to park, zoo and shopping. Ping pong and foosball for those rainy days. $1,200/wk. Call Pam 708-383-2635. Aquatic Nursery and Fish now on site! CHARMING COTTAGE just blk. from great beach. Michiana Shores. Licensed • Insured • Registered with BBB 80 mins. from Chicago, recently modernized, wooded area, new appliances, A/C, broadband, HDTV, bbq, 2 decks, 2BR, 2BA. H & S Services Landscape & Garden Center Rental/wk. June-Sept. No pets, no smoking. 312-919-6001. 2621 E US Hwy 12 Michigan City, IN 46360 Photos: at www.mintzdds.com/michiana Phone 219.872.8946 • Fax 219-879.5142 SHORELAND HILLS LONG TERM RENTAL. 3BR, 2BA, nicely furn.,                            Wash/Dry, fireplace, 2 blocks to lake. Avail now to 6/30/12. $825/mo. ADDIE’S LAWN MAINTENANCE & Power Wash Yard Clean-Up • includes outdoor maintenance, but not utilities. No pets or smokers. Mowing • Aeration • Thatching • Stain & Seal • Residential & Commercial Call Bob N. at (800) 899-2699. Must See to Appreciate. Free Est. Call 219-879-2017 or 219-448-0900.                            SHERIDAN BEACH. 3BR modern house fully furnished, with great views of the lake. Can sleep up to 6. Long or short term rental available.   JIM’S LAWN CARE   Must see to fully appreciate, check Craigslist for pictures. Free EstImates. Call 219-879-3733 -- Leave message. $1,400/mo. Contact Steve at 630-699-1010. • SANDCASTLE LANDSCAPING • APARTMENTS, WATERFRONT at Pioneer Pier. Direct TV, WiFi. All utili- Mick Wulff Certified Arborist ties paid. 1BR $625/mo., 2BR $725/mo. Call Dan at 219-898-8871. • Mulch Projects • • Hardwood mulch $25/yard DON’T RENT A HOUSE. RENT A LIFESTYLE. Maid service, lawn care Landscape Maintenance • Retaining Walls and snow removal inclusive. Year round living with utilities included. Fully • 219-878-3032 • [email protected] furn., 3BR, 1.5BA rehabbed 1930s Colonial in Michigan City. Hardwood flrs., gourmet kitchen with cherry cabinets and granite countertops. PAT’S TREE SERVICE. Eagle clawed tub, spectacular closet space. W/D. C/A, frpl., Direct TV. Complete tree and landscaping service. $1,900/mo. Avail. Nov. 1st. No smoking, no pets. Experts in storm damage. Licensed and insured. Free estimates. Call Larry 219-879-7715. Call 219-362-5058. LAPORTE – 3BR, 2BA, fully furnished, Pine Lake views. MDH LANDSCAPING & REMODELING. Avail. Sept. 15-May 15. $950 plus utilities. Call 773-520-4856. Mowing, mulch, rock, retaining walls, overseeding, aerating, power washing, window cleaning. 10% discount to senior citizens. YEAR ROUND BEACH HOUSE RENTAL @ Stop 20. 3BR, 2BA, fully 10% discount with signed mowing contract. Free est., insured. furn. Newly remodeled home, W/D, fenced yard, bbq, quiet street, park, 2 Providing you with professionalism and quality. Call Matt 219-898-3675. blks. to beach. Call Shannon 773-209-7925 for rates and availability. RB’s SERVICES —tree removal, spring clean-up, haul away debris and SHORELAND HILLS WINTER RENTAL. Sept. thru May. other landscaping needs, leaf clean-up in fall, also snow removal this 3BR, 2BA, nicely furnished, very close to lake. W/D, gas grill. winter. In business over 24 yrs. Call Roger 219-561-4008. No smoking, no pets. $750/mo. + util. Call 773-979-2649. WINTER RENTAL LAKE SHORE DR. Great lake + dune views. WANT TO SELL 4BR, 3.5BA, 2 decks, 2 fireplaces, beautiful chef’s kitchen FILES • 4 DRWRS • USED • ALL STEEL • MC STORE ONLY - FIRME’S featured in Better Homes & Gardens. Fully furnished, attached garage. (2 Stores) 11th & Franklin Streets, Michigan City - 219/874-3455 Oct. 1-May 31. $950/mo + sec. dep. and util. No smokers or pets. Hwy 12, Beverly Shores - Just West of Traffic Light - 219/874-4003 Call 219-879-1318 or 312-420-5232. LAWN TRACTOR, snow blade, tire chains, wheel weights, WINTER RENTAL – Sheridan Beach 3BR, 1.5BA, across from beach new blade. $750. Call 219-874-5298. w/off-street parking. W/D, satellite, wireless incl. $800/mo. $11,900 OBO VW JETTA. Good condition. 80K, dark gray int/ext. Call 317-691-9293 or [email protected] Automatic, Tiptronic transmission, A/C, PW & door locks, CD player, sun- SHERIDAN BEACH. 3BR. Monthly rental. Furn. Lots of extras. roof. Car can be seen in Michigan City. Call 626-382-6733. No pets, non-smokers. $1200/mo + util. Call 630-886-3986. THE September 15, 2011 Page 45 RENTALS MICHIGAN MICHIGAN, New Buffalo, Village of Grand Beach. Winter Rental Available 09/11/11-05/31/12. 3BR, fully furnished. Enjoy lake views & sun- sets from this lakefront deck & living rm. $675.00/mo. Call 708-212-1637. ARIZONA RENTAL WINTER RENTAL IN SUN CITY WEST, AZ. 2BR, furn., 55+ adult community. $1,800/mo. for Jan-March or $1,600/mo for Dec. & April. Call 219-879-5786.  REAL ESTATE FOR SALE  LAKEFRONT CONDOS. Beautiful, brand new condos, 2 or 3BR, 2 full BA, fitness center, pool, boardwalk, boat docks and balconies overlooking Pine Lake. Starting at just $229,000. Outlook Cove Condos, LaPorte, IN (219) 362-7722 • GMF1.com GOLF VIEW TOWNHOMES AT LEGACY RIDGE. Custom golf course living at its finest. 44 units on Holes 15, 16 & 17 of Legacy Hills Golf Course in LaPorte, IN. 2/3BR, 2BA, 2-1/2-car attached garage, swimming pool, fitness center, clubhouse with community room. Single level living. Prices start at $289,000. For info, call 219-362-7722 • GMF1.com MICHIANA SHORES, IN AREA. $68,000. Elmwood Drive wooded bldg. sites.2 lots 80 ft. x 130 ft. City sewer & water. Broker/owner 219-921-0822. YOUR HOME ON THE WATER CONDO MARINA PARK SOUTH. Everything new. is your most valuable asset. 1BR. Beach color siding, windows, granite, hardwood and stainless. 50 ft. pier. End unit. Fireplace. $169,900. 219-988-4318 or 219-776-1699. HOUSE FOR SALE BY OWNER. 4BR, 2BA, 2-car attached garage. Call Mr. Handyman to 2609 Lake Shore Drive, Long Beach. Call 219-879-0615. give your home the Are you ready for Maintenance Free? Do you like beautiful landscaping but attention it deserves. don’t want to have to work outside all weekend? When your home needs repairs CUSTOMIZED LUXURY TOWNHOMES AT BRIAR LEAF GOLF COURSE. or maintenance don’t take any Featuring Two New Ranch Models ranging from 1880 sf-3600 sf. chances, call a professional… Bright and Spacious, Luxury Master Suites, Quality Construction, call Mr. Handyman! Extraordinary Storage, Full Basement, Masonry Construction, Masonry Fireplace, PVC Decks, Screened in Porch Optional. www.villasofbriarleaf.com • 219.851.0008 Call Today On Site Sales Office open Friday through Monday 11-4 CST to$00 ask about OFF our Valid for $00 worth of services provided 1817 Lake Shore Dr., Sheridan Beach. Entertain by the beach. Single VACATIONby Mr. Handyman. HOME Offer valid one time per household. Available at participating family home with 2 units on LSD. Upstairs is a 2BR, 2BA and downstairs WATCHlocations only. Not validSERVICE with any other offer. a studio with full kitchen. Deck with bar and lake views. Steps to beach. along with $485,000. Please call for more information 847-274-9800. 000-000-0000 License# 000000000 Offer Expires: 00/00/00 2943 LSD. 4BR, 2.5BA on 2 wooded lots (80 x 218). Lake views from www.mrhandyman.com Snow Removal every room. By appointment only. Call 219-874-5704. Mr. Handyman is a member of the Service Brands International family. 3BR, 2.5BA in Beachwalk. Impeccable furnishings incl’d. Master suite w/ 219-814-4461 private terrace. Bank short sale. $389,000. Call Chip 708-261-5160.

HM_Asset_Ad-Qtr.indd 1 1/26/07 11:44:48 AM Farther Aﬁ eld… Prairie Maze opens at Potato Creek SP The popular prairie maze at Potato Creek State Park has been reworked this year with a slightly different approach and is set to open Fri., Sept. 16. Guests can wander through the 1.25 miles of trails cut in the 7-foot-tall restored prairie grasses and try to unravel the mystery of the maze. Maze walkers should park in the west lot at the northwest corner of Worster Lake. There are several stations located throughout the maze with information about the park’s resource management efforts. Maps of the maze are available at the park entrance gate, park ofﬁ ce and nature center through the end of October. SUNDAY FOOTBALL SPECIAL DINE IN ONLY There is no charge for the program. The standard 1/2 Price on All Pizza • 50¢ Wings entrance fees of $5 for in-state vehicles and $7 for Bucket Domestic Beer (6) Bottles $10.00 out-of-state vehicles will be charged. For more in- HD TV with Surround Sound formation, phone (574) 656-8186. THE Page 46 September 15, 2011

The Girl With the Dragon Tat- wants Blomkvist to take over the too by Stieg Larsson investigation in exchange for in- The 1960s were the time of the formation about Wennerstrom that British Invasion in music, and now, could send him to jail for good. And in the second decade of the twenty- that’s a proposition that Blomkvist fi rst century, we have the Scandina- can’t pass up. He packs up his bag vian invasion in books! and heads north to Vanger’s island Authors like Jo Nesbo, K.O. Dahl, home to spend the next year. Henning Mankill and Hakan Ness- In another part of Stockholm the er, among others, are fl ying off the strange tattooed girl, Lisbeth Sa- American bookshelves, like we can’t lander, has been hired by Dragan get enough! And that’s because it Armansky to do investigative back- might be cold country in Sweden, ground checks for important clients. Norway, Iceland, Denmark and Fin- Her photographic memory and fi rst land, but the mysteries coming out class computer hacking ability as- of these countries are hot! tounds Armansky and puts her Stieg Larsson is leading the pack on the case when Vanger’s lawyer at the moment with his best sell- shows up wanting a report done on ing trilogy that starts with The Girl Mikael Blomkvist. With the Dragon Tattoo and moves The action moves to Vanger’s is- on to The Girl Who Played With Fire land where many of the family live; and The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet’s Nest. a family that put a capital D in dysfunctional. What The fi rst two books are out in paperback, but the a lot of strange characters! Blomkvist has a time third one is still only available in hardback. Enough learning who’s who. And then he meets Cecelia Van- said, let me explain some background of this fi rst ger, the lovely niece who helps keep the evenings Stieg Larsson thriller... warm for Blomkvist, but who also keeps family We have a pressed fl ower that arrives mysteri- secrets--secrets that could help him solve Harriet’s ously to an old man every year, a girl whose disap- disappearance…and maybe some other things she pearance forty years ago has never been solved, a doesn’t want him to fi nd out. disgraced journalist who lost his case in court and So far sounds like a lot of skulking around and was charged with libel, and a strange anti-social paperwork, but, be patient, Larsson knows how to girl with amazing tattoos on her body and a photo- set the stage and lead you along the clear, clean path graphic memory to boot. Now how do you suppose that suddenly becomes overgrown with stumps and Larsson can make a story out of those disconnected trailing vines all leading you in different directions people? Most brilliantly, I would say! and unable to put the darn book down for fear of The story opens in Stockholm with Mikael Blom- missing something big! kvist, journalist and part owner of Millennium mag- Part of the success of any book not written in azine, being charged and found guilty of aggravated English is due to the translator who can make or libel for a story he wrote about industrialist Hans- break the feel of a story. Reg Keeland, the translator Erik Wennerstrom. He took the fall for not reveal- for Stieg Larsson, has done a wonderful job in this ing his source, and now has decided to walk away respect so that you don’t want to stop reading, the from the magazine and his career to let things settle continuity just keeps you breezing along... down. He is approached by the lawyer for another I’m looking forward to reading the other two rich Swedish industrialist, Henrik Vanger whose books in this magnifi cent trilogy and passing my vast holdings, while not as vast as thirty years ago, thoughts on to you. still commands respect and a comfortable living for The sad part is that Stieg Larsson died in 2004, his extended family. shortly after turning in the manuscripts for these Having no children of his own, Henrik was drawn three books, but he has left a legacy for other Scan- to his niece, Harriet, who was the apple of his eye danavian authors to live up to. and seemed to have potential for taking over as Till next time, happy reading! head of Vanger Corporation someday. But something happened one day in 1966 and Harriet disap- peared without a trace. Vanger has spent the past forty years trying to fi nd out what happened to Harriet to no avail. He THE September 15, 2011 Page 47

219-872-4000 866-496-1752 FAX (219) 872-4182 Specializing in Distinctive Properties Indiana and Michigan Debbie Burke MERRION & ASSOCIATES REALTORS, INC. www.MerrionRealty.com Principal Broker/ 1010 N. Karwick Road. • Michigan City, IN 46360 Owner Open House Extravaganza! Sunday, September 18

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Reduced Reduced $575,000 $249,000 $240,000 $217,500 112 Krueger 429 Pinewood 213 Felton 405 Washington Park Blvd • 4 BR, 5 BA • 3 BR, 1 BA • 4 BR, 2 BA • 4 BR, 2 BA • Newly Constructed • Tastefully updated! • New kitchen & bath • Double sided ﬁreplace in LR/DR • Hardwood throughout all locally • Professionally landscaped dble. lot! • Gorgeous Hardwood ﬂoors • Beautifully renovated from entry to exit! grown • Directions: N on El Portal, left • Directions: Lake Shore Drive • Directions: From Lake Shore Drive turn • Directions: Lake onto Meadow, home take S Lake Ave N right onto Lake Ave, turn Shore Drive to on corner of Meadow to Felton, turn right left onto Washington Krueger Road and Pinewood in on Felton home on Park Blvd, turn right onto (south) Michiana Shores. the left. Washington Park Blvd, 2nd house on the right. Michele Cihak @ 219-861-2073 Debbie Burke @ 219-221-0006 Joe G @ 219-861-3750 Cari Adams @ 219-898-5412

@MerrionRealty www.facebook.com/MerrionRealty Debbie Burke, GRI, ABR, RECS 219-221-0006 Ed Merrion*, CRS, GRI 219-898-6428 Michele Cihak*, ABR 219-861-2073 Nancy Marlow 219-363-1835 Dave Angus 219-898-7009 JuliAnn Merrion 219-221-2367 Joe Gazarkiewicz 219-861-3750 Cathy Blum 574-292-3748 Tricia Meyer 219-871-2680 Cari Adams 219-898-5412 *Licensed in IN & MI THE Page 48 September 15, 2011 CENTURY 21 Long Beach Realty 1401 Lake Shore Drive ~ 3100 Lake Shore Drive 219.874.5209 ~ 219.872.1432 www.c21longbeachrealty.com

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1801 Lake Shore Drive 2220 Chastleton Large wrap around deck and plenty of windows for you to enjoy Easy access to shopping, dining, and the beach. Precious the lake views and 2 ﬁreplaces to ﬁght the cooler nights. 3 cottage tucked in the pines with golf course views. Large bedrooms include a master loft with full windows to the beach. lot, partially fenced, gives you room to stretch your legs. 3 Classic, yet updated, Lake Shore Drive cottage. $749,000 bedrooms, 2 baths, screened porch and deck. $299,000

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