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Older &
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Driving
Are You Really Ready
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Guidebook
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Researching Your Family Tree
Into the Future
Motorcycling for
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Photography: Classic Image Photography
CONTENTS
EVERY MONTH 04 Letter from the Publisher 05 Contributors, Testimonials 06 BOOM Time
boom HOBBIES 24 Guidebook To The Past: Researching Your Family Tree
boom BOOK REVIEW 12 Parents to the End: How Baby Boomers Can Parent for Peace of Mind, Foster Responsibility in Their Adult Children, and Keep Their Hard-Earned Money
Reviewed by Helen Cawley
By: Pam Molnar
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Motorcycling for Boomers
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Small Town Museums
By: Evie Kirkwood By: Phyllis Rose
boom COVER STORIES 30 Witch’s Brew! A Fun Halloween Tradition
By: Chaunie Brusie
SPECIAL FEATURES 8 Apps to Keep you Savvy 10 Things we Love: Fabulous Fall Finds
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Driving America Into the Future
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Hollywood Grows Up
boom HEALTHY LIVING 14 Are You Really Ready for Retirement?
boom HEART-HEALTHY RECIPE 44 Roasted Veggie Pitas with Avocado Dressing
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boom HOME 38 Mow the Leaves and Water the Trees…A Fall Yard Clean-up List
By: Margo Bell
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Older & Wiser: Head-to-Toe Tips For Staying Healthy
By: Maggie Scoop
It’s A Beautiful Life
By: Chaunie Brusie
Integrating Retirement Plans with Estate Plans
By Chris Godfrey
boom THE TRAVELER 22 Making Group Travel Fun
By: Phyllis Rose
By Jennifer Warfel Juszkiewicz By Jennifer Warfel Juszkiewicz
By Evie Kirkwood
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Ready to Make the Jump? Now’s the Time for a Heartfelt Encore
By: Ginny Grimsley
boom BUSINESS 42 BOOM Executive Forums THE PLANNER 45 Boom events to put in your planner THE SCENE 50 Bike Michiana 2013 51 Center for History Opens New Exhibit About 1st Source Bank boom | OCTOBER & November 2013
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Things
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Retirement isn’t as easy as it looks. Margo provides a handy list for double-checking your retirement savvy on page 14.
PRESIDENT & PUBLISHER: Betsy Tavernier Betsy@MichianaFamilyMagazine.com
Assistant Editor:
Chaunie Bruise Chaunie@MichianaFamilyMagazine.com
Creative Promotions manager: Jena Bontrager Jena@MichianaFamilyMagazine.com
Marketing Coordinator: Jill Ludwick Jill@MichianaFamilyMagazine.com
Betsy Tavernier Publisher & Editor-in-Chief
GRAPHIC DESIGN Manager: Zuzanna Zmud Zuzanna@MichianaFamilyMagazine.com
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Group travel is fun! Does the thought of traveling in a group make you groan? Turn that frown upside down with tips from a seasoned group traveler on page 22.
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The past is our future. Researching your family history can be an enjoyable and fruitful experience for the present. Learn how-to on page 24.
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There’s nothing like the open road. On a motorcycle, that is! Evie Kirkwood takes us through her favorite hobby—motorcycling and shows us how you can get started! Page 26.
GRAPHIC DESIGNer:
Katie Brenneman Katie@MichianaFamilyMagazine.com
Publisher's Assistant: Amy Kociolek Amy@MichianaFamilyMagazine.com
MEDICAL EDITOR: Dr. Jesse Hsieh
Distribution Manager: Mike Trentacosti
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Has America lost its car culture? Cars aren’t what they used to be. Jennifer shows us why on page 32.
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Veggies are delicious! And if you don’t believe, check out the recipe for roasted veggie pitas on page 44.
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Fall means yard clean-up! Find out what you need to do to get your yard ready for fall and winter on page 38.
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Museums abound in Michiana. You won’t believe what you can find in our local museums! Check out the fun around us on page 28.
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Hollywood is growing up. For a fun look back at the history of the Hollywood we grew up with, see page 34. 4
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. It’s never too late for a new career. Learn why on page 40.
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October & November / contributors
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Betty Hechtman Betty Hechtman is the author of “Yarn to Go,” the first book in the Berkley Prime Crime Yarn Retreat mystery series, as well as the author of the best-selling Berkley Prime Crime Crochet mystery series. The eighth book, “For Better or Worsted,” comes out in November. Enter to win a copy by liking the Boom Facebook page and leaving a comment!
“Who knew you could become a cover girl at 72? Bailey and I are thrilled to death! Thank you for making my morning extra special!” ~Bobbie,
T.J. Kanczuzewski T.J. Kanczuzewski was a founding member of Inovateus Solar LLC and has been with the Inovateus companies since 2007. He currently oversees the company operations, engineering, construction and sales and has led the firm to success in national and overseas distribution and turn-key project services in the Photovoltaic industry.
Boom’s Sep/Oct 2013 cover model
Margo Bell Margo Bell, a first-wave Boomer, has a B.S. degree in Biology from Arkansas State University and worked in medical and marine biology research before making a mid-life career change to writing for adults and children. Margo is a former magazine editor and has published over 50 articles and features in newspapers and magazines. She and her husband Jim live in South Bend and have two grandchildren. Photo Credit: Classic Image Photography
Jennifer Warfel Juszkiewicz Jennifer is a doctoral student in English at IU Bloomington. She previously taught at (and attended) Saint Mary's College. She has two dogs, a husband and more books than she cares to count.
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Exhibition Preview: Ansel Adams Opens November 1 South Bend Museum of Art
"Use your imagination not to scare yourself to death but to inspire yourself to life." - Adele Brookman
Phone: 574.235.9102 Web: http://www.southbendart.org.
The Perks of Hiring Boomers
According to an Article in Time magazine last month, companies are valuing the more experienced workers. Many employers find that older workers help them connect with older clients. At the Vermont Country Store in Rockingham, Vt., the Alan Jackson’s Birthday average customer is now in their 60s, and about half of the business’ 400 workers are over 50, coming from a range of professional backgrounds, often outside retail. “Having folks internally that are in the same demographic certainly helps to create credibility Celebration of Life Services, and to have empathy for our customer,” said Mission Hills Memorial Gardens Chris Vickers, the store’s chief executive.
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“There’s no experience like experience,” said David Mintz, CEO of dairy-free products maker Tofutti, where about one-third of the workers are over 50. “I can’t put an ad saying, ‘Older people wanted,’ but there’s no comparison.”
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Delicious autumn! My very soul is wedded to it. And I were a bird, I would fly about the earth seeking the successive autumns.” ~George Elliot
Editor’s Note:
We would like to thank photographer David Hunter for contributing his pictures of John Hancock and Dorothy Tristan in our October issue. Thank you so much for sharing your work, David! The full album from David’s shoot can be viewed at Facebook.com/FilmAcres
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5 Ghost Brothers of Darkland County, Morris Performing Arts Center
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Fall Chili Alert!
Nothing says fall like a bowl of homemade chili, right? Here’s a quick recipe to have dinner on the table in less than 30 minutes. (Adapted from cookinglight.com.) • Mix one pound of ground beef or turkey with one packet of chili powder blend.
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Apps to
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Ancestry
As we get older, many of us develop an intensified interest in our roots. The ancestry.com app for allows you to grow and investigate your family tree. This app would be perfect to check out after you read Phyllis’s article on researching your family history in this month’s issue!
Glucose Buddy
This free app for diabetics enables you to track your blood sugar levels and medications. It has timed alarms to remind you when it’s time to take them.
Easy Bible Study
24 English Bibles are covered in this Bible app including all the most popular
modern translations as well as classics. Each chapter has a detailed commentary from a respected source. Includes the ability to search and to copy verses to the clipboard. You can edit the size and color of the text to suite your needs.
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Instant Heart Rate
Happy B’Day Birthday Reminder!
Golf GPS Range Finder
Retire Logix
Wondering what your heart rate is while at rest or exercising? With this app, you can simply place your fingertip over the lens of the phone’s camera and in less than ten seconds, it tells you your heart rate.
Improve your golf game with this free app that allows you to use satellite technology to calculate just how far your need to reach par. Drop “pins” from your location to the hole.
Keep track of all those grandkids’ birthdays with this handy app! This app will send you a reminder for all of your friends & families birthdays and allows you to send them an official happy birthday greeting through Facebook or a text right from the app.
Also in line with this month’s topic on retirement readiness, is this app that can help you calculate just how much you need to retire. The Retire Logix app is an interactive calculator that lets you estimate your retirement income needs and then see how your various accounts at their current rates of return will contribute to meeting those needs. The calculator will even account for your Social Security and pension income, and also takes taxes and inflation into account.
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Fabulous Fall Finds
A Gourd Thing
Delicate gourd is preserved, carved by hand, then strung on silver to create this beautiful necklace. A canvas for stunning craftsmanship by Peruvian artisan Eugolio Medina, a humble gourd is elevated from earthy to extraordinary. Ten Thousand Villages, Main Street in Goshen
tenthousandvillages.com/goshen
Jai ikat City Tote
Endlessly versatile, our City Totes go from purse to roomy tote in seconds! Made with 100 percent cotton canvas and features a biodegradable water-resistant lining. Interior Motives, Elkhart 574-262-9616
The Fall Pheasant Feather Wreath
Add the perfect touch to your fall decorating with a Pheasant Feather wreath. Featuring a variety of real feathers, these unique and unusual wreaths will make a wonderful addition to your fall home dĂŠcor! Backyards Furniture & Embellishments, Mishawaka 574-968-7087
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YMCA of Elkhart County and Premier Arts
Festival of Trees and Lights THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 14
Wine & Canvas Night Wine & Canvas — we make painting easy and exciting! Our talented artists will instruct you step-by-step through re-creating the chosen painting. At the end of the event, you’ll take home a work of art that you created. “Life is too short for blank walls; unleash your inner Picasso”
6:30 p.m. • $50 per person Held at YMCA, Elkhart Includes all art supplies • Two glasses of wine • Snacks Call YMCA to reserve your spot today 574-389-7878
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15
Gala Event and Auction benefitting Premier Arts and The YMCA of Elkhart County
6:30 p.m. The YMCA of Elkhart County 200 East Jackson Boulevard
Share the Enchantment
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16 PREMIER ARTS presents an All-Youth performance of
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A holiday treat for the whole family!
Visit Premierarts.org for more information
10:30 a.m. • $10 per person Performance at YMCA, Elkhart Tickets available at Lerner Theatre box office
NOT TO BE MISSED! Local Talent Showcase from 1 to 5 p.m. on the festival stage!
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book review
Parents to the End: How Baby Boomers Can Parent
for Peace of Mind, Foster Responsibility in Their Adult Children and Keep Their Hard-Earned Money By Linda M. Herman, LMHC Chicago: NTI Upstream, 2013 Reviewed by Helen Cawley Adult Reference Librarian/Spanish Collection Mishawaka-Penn-Harris Public Library
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any baby boomer parents have pleasant mental images of the big send-off of their children from the home nest, once they have completed college and found a good job. When they themselves were grown, that’s what boomer parents had done and were expected to do by their own parents. In these current economic times, however, many parents are finding that this is not always happening and their children, for whom they have sacrificed so much, are remaining at home, seemingly unmotivated to leave and start their new lives as adults. Furthermore, the children are not necessarily showing gratitude for the continued shelter and support. The conflict between parents who have worked hard to take care of a family for so many years, and children who are seen as lazy, irresponsible and unmotivated, is the topic of this book by Linda Herman, a psychotherapist form Seattle, Washington. In this book, Linda Herman invokes her years of experience helping parents with their guilt, pain, frustration and love in dealing with these seemingly stagnating, parasitic children. Her real-life examples and solutions will help many in similar situations to understand their children better, keep communication open if possible and help their children get on-track and make the transition to independence. Of particular interest to readers will be Herman’s “Bill of Rights for Parents of Adult Children,” which can contribute to the health and well-being of parents, including the right to be free from abuse, free from guilt, have reasonable expectations, to decide what to do with our own money and time, to say “no” and to have a comfortable retirement. Helping parents build healthy relationships is the goal of Herman, but she realizes that both parties have to be willing to try. Herman also presents some “truths” that have emerged in her work with parents and adult children. She reminds us that not all of our children should be treated equally, that doing more and more will not necessarily lead to love and respect and that we should not shield our children from all negativity and unpleasant experiences. Parenting is never easy, no matter the age of the child, but recognizing when it’s best to let go, with love, is perhaps the hardest of all. For those who would like to read more on this subject, try this other new title: When Will My Grown-Up Kid Grow Up?: Loving Your Emerging Adult by Jeffrey Jensen Arnett, Ph.D., and Elizabeth Fishel. New York: Workman Publishing Co., 2013. 304 pages.
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Are You
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Retire?
Meet Mr. A. Mr. A is a soon-to-be-retired consultant to a large engineering firm in Ohio. He’s been in his field for more than 40 years, receiving accolades from his various firms (there have been four) and clients. Mr. A has enjoyed travelling all over the world overseeing various projects, but for the past several years, he’s been looking forward to retiring and moving back to Indiana. No more hotel rooms, airports, deadlines or nagging work problems that crop up unexpectedly. He can sleep late and go when and where he wants. Mr. A has done the preparations: set up Social Security, enrolled in a medical/drug supplement plan, gone over his financial picture with his advisor and even renewed his will. The great day comes for Mr. A. The company gives him a fancy, well-attended retirement dinner. He packs up and moves to a condominium in South Bend. For the first five months he sleeps late, plays hours of computer games, watches TV, then . . .
Nothing. Mr. A has turned into a retirement vegetable. His former wife, tired of her workaholic husband, left him and moved to the West Coast. His grown children are far away, one studying in Europe and the other serving in the military. His best friend in South Bend has passed away, and others are caught up in their own activities. Mr. A has devoted so much of his time to his profession that he is left with nothing else worthy to fill his time. No hobbies. No volunteer work. No real interests. He tried social media and grew restless with it. What he wants to do is get out into the community but is unsure where to begin or where to go.
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By Margo Bell
Isolation
Mr. A’s entire identity was his work. “It’s similar to a death experience,” observes Keith Munneke, Senior Pastoral Therapist at Samaritan Counseling Center in South Bend. “We devoted all our time to our work, then it suddenly disappears. We go through a grieving process, something like when our children go away to college.” Munneke adds that Mr. A may think of retirement as an event. “But it’s over,” he says. “It’s a process, a shift. Who am I now?” Feeling isolated and separated from familiar routine, Mr. A risks the danger of post-retirement depression: changes in sleep patterns, no longer finding pleasurable activities, unable to make clear decisions. He’s considering returning to work, but even a few months of unemployment may make him no longer a fit. And that may not be a solution.
Finding a Way
But there is help for Mr. A. “Don’t make big changes the first year of retirement,” advises Karen Bachert, a retired franchise senior vice president and author of Quality of Life! The Five Stages of Retirement Success (Evangel Press, Nappanee, IN, 2008). “Do some exploring. Create a balance. Know that things are different now than when you were working.” Bachert also suggests talking about yourself in the present tense. Instead of “I was with Cincinnati Widgets (or whatever),” say “I’m retired, but now I’m doing volunteer work (or whatever).” Another important step is exercise. Mr. A’s job, when not out in the field, was mostly sedentary. He hasn’t done any real exercise since college. But the longer he waits the harder it will get. Doing something active in increments—begin with a fifteen-minute daily walk rather than run five miles the first
day—will help him ease into a routine and avoid burnout and injury. He needs to explore what type of exercise fits him: solo, such as walking, or in a more structured environment such as exercise classes. The former choice allows him quiet time to think about what he wants to do with his free time. The latter will help him get into a new routine and offer a chance to meet new people and explore new opportunities.
Reinvention
In re-inventing himself, Mr. A asks, “What are my strengths, my talents? What can I contribute?” He may start by taking classes such as entrepreneurship. “We’re seeing that the fastest growing group of retirees is entrepreneurs,” observes Bachert. Being a mentor or investing in a new company, or serving on a board of a nonprofit, may be good ideas.
Of course, there are many volunteer opportunities, something for all interests (civic clubs, church groups, for example), as well as small groups such as bible studies, book clubs, craft guilds and alumni organizations. After some soul searching, Mr. A realized he missed engineering work. Fortunately, he was able to volunteer with his professional organization helping young engineers to obtain certification and also tutor students in math at a local school. Eventually he got out of his cocoon, became more sociable and looks forward to visits, however few, from his children. “We may be better as a spouse, parent, grandparent if we enrich our retirement with friends and new interests,” says Bachert. •••
Contribution is our legacy Following is just a few of many local organizations of interest to retirees:
HELPING OTHERS:
Boys and Girls Clubs of St. Joseph County vgeschke@fccn.org 574-968-9660
PERSONAL GROWTH & RECREATION INTERESTS:
Habitat for Humanity® habitat.org 574-288-6967
Compton Family Ice Arena (at Notre Dame University) comptonfamilyicearena.com
Hannah’s House (pregnant and post-delivery support) www.hannashousemichiana.org
Elkhart County Parks & Recreation elkhartcountyparks.org
Logan Community Resources (working with people with disabilities) logan@logancenter.org
Howard Park Recreation and Senior Center rkaufman@southbendin.gov Michiana Astronomical Society Michiana-Astro.org Michiana Family YMCA www.michianaymca.org Mishawaka Parks and Recreation www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation Rum Village Nature Center www.sbpark.org/park/rum-village-park 574-235-9455 St. Joseph County Parks & Recreation www.sjcparks.org South Bend-Elkhart Audubon Society www.sbeaudubon.org
Real Services (meals) www.realservices.org Reins of Life (equestrian therapy for people with disabilities) 574-232-0853 St. Margaret’s House (serving women and children) info@stmargaretshouse.org Unity Gardens (45 community gardens) www.theunitygardens.org
MISCELLANEOUS: AARP (local chapter) aarpmichiana@live.com
Council Oaks Woodcarver’s Club CarvingMyWay@gmail.com Meet Up (online social website to find people of similar interests) meetup.com
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Older and Wiser Head-to-toe tips for staying healthy for years to come By: Maggie Scroope
IF 40 IS THE NEW 20, THEN 60 IS THE NEW 40, RIGHT? Perhaps—if you take a few savvy steps that can help slow the natural aging process. Your Brain Losing memory and brain function is not a normal part of aging, says Dale Patterson, M.D., Director of the Family Medicine Residency Program at Memorial Hospital in South Bend. But just like any other part of your body, the brain needs exercise to stay strong and healthy. Studies have shown that keeping both your brain and your body active can stave off mental decline, says Dr. Patterson. “I encourage patients to engage in activities that are both mentally and physically engaging that they enjoy doing. For some it may be a dance class, but others may enjoy martial arts,” he explains. Any mental stimulation is beneficial, whether it’s doing crossword puzzles, working on the computer or having an engaging conversation.
Your Bones, Muscles and Joints To build strong bones, you need to do weight-bearing exercise—even if you have arthritis, which a majority of people will develop as they age. Lifting weights (even light hand weights or resistance bands), doing push-ups and walking all count as weight-bearing activities. Getting enough calcium and vitamin D is also important to maintain strong bones, Dr. Patterson says, and some people need a vitamin supplement to get adequate amounts. Exercise is equally good for your muscles and joints, which you need to keep strong and flexible to maintain maximum mobility, Patterson adds. He also recommends stretching, such as yoga, to stay flexible, along with exercises that promote good balance, like tai chi. Your Eyes Many people notice changes in their vision as they get older, and 17 percent of those older than 65 report having trouble seeing. Dr. Patterson suggests wearing sunglasses, which can help reduce cataract formation and having your eyes examined regularly. Your Skin and Hair Over time, our skin loses elasticity and our hair loses pigmentation and starts to thin. The best way to keep your skin healthy and youngerlooking is to avoid sun exposure, says Dr. Patterson. “And using too much harsh soap can lead to dry, cracked skin, so use mild soaps and
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be sure to moisturize skin with lotion after bathing,” he adds. The same goes for shampoo: If you wash your hair a little less often, you’ll have healthier hair that’s less prone to thinning. Your Immune System As you age, your immune system weakens, Dr. Patterson says, which is why the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that older adults get a flu shot every year. Also ask your doctor about other vaccines you may need, such as a booster shot for whooping cough or protection against pneumonia and shingles. Your Core It’s not unusual to gain weight as you get older; in women, menopause can add about five pounds, including fat to your waist. Help keep the core of your body in shape by toning abdominal muscles through exercises like situps or using a stability ball. Plus, a stronger core will protect your back, is good for your posture and can help your balance, Dr. Patterson says. And be sure to maintain a healthy weight, which is good advice at any age.
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It’s a Beautiful Life
By Chaunie Marie Brusie, RN, BSN
he elderly gentleman settled comfortably into the padded rocker chair in the day room on my unit, where I was doing my charting for the day. He rocked back and forth, flipping through the television, the volume cranked up almost unbearably loud. Before long, he had some visitors. A couple–another elderly man and his giggly wife, joined the patient, taking seats on either side of him. “So, how ya’ doin in here?” the husband asked. “Oh, you know…” the patient stammered, shifting uncomfortably in his chair. He looked around, as if contemplating if he should give the standard, safe reply. And then, suddenly, it just burst out of him. “I’m really depressed,” he blurted out. The words sounded almost like a challenge. “And sad. Really, really sad.” He leaned back, his nervousness betrayed by a furry of rocking. The couple paused. I waited, expectantly, hiding behind my computer screen. “Oh, I see. Huh.” came the profound reply from the husband visitor. More silence. “So, do you watch a lot of baseball in here?” the visitor husband ventured, completely bypassing the messy business of the man’s confession.
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When I’m working as a nurse, I find myself getting bogged down by the sadness, the waste, the neglect and self-abuse that lands so many in the hospital. Or there are the completely random things that really get to me– the mother diagnosed with lung cancer, although she has never touched a cigarette in her life. Or my patient, a young 51-year old with a neurological disorder so rare I had to look it up, only to find out she will never recover. Instead, she will slowly become a prisoner in her own body, eventually dying of an infection her body will be too weak to fight off. Those cases are the scariest, of course, because they can happen to anyone.
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Integrating Your Retirement With Your Estate By Christopher J. Godfrey
Is your estate plan on speaking terms with your retirement plans? Our estate plan often has little control over our largest asset.
Although a surviving spouse named as an IRA beneficiary can rollover the deceased spouse’s IRA to their own and defer taxable distributions until they reach the age of 70 ½, this good tax result may come at the expense of protecting against life’s risks.
Most people (when asked) would like to protect their loved one’s assets indefinitely from possible lawsuits, failed When you set up your IRA, how did you decide on a marriages, poor life decisions or mental incapacity. A properly beneficiary? Conventional wisdom tends to focus on only drafted trust can provide this protection as well as meaningful two things: “What will be the income tax impact after the instructions for its use, while not IRA participant dies?” and “You should NOT completely cutting off their beneficiary’s name a trust as an IRA beneficiary.” Most people (when access and control over the property. There is a misconception that naming a trust as a beneficiary must force all IRA assets to be paid out in five years. It is also believed that in naming a trust, a surviving spouse loses the opportunity to do a rollover. Minimizing and avoiding taxes is an important aspect of estate planning. But if we only consider taxation, what other planning opportunities do we miss?
Asset Protection
asked) would like to protect their loved one’s assets indefinitely from possible lawsuits, failed marriages, poor life decisions or mental incapacity.
Many people express a strong desire to protect what they leave their loved ones from future mishaps. Married people are often concerned that if their spouse remarries after their death, the inheritance may go to some other family in the future. They may also want to protect their surviving spouse from a Medicaid spend-down. And what about beneficiaries other than a surviving spouse, such as minor children – who will manage the assets for them? 20
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The good news is that we don’t need to choose between taxes and protections right now. There is a way to build flexibility into our estate and retirement plans that allows us to maximize the advantages of both later on.
Tax Deferral
After-death distributions from a retirement plan are taxable income to the beneficiary. It makes sense to defer distributions (thereby the tax) as long as possible. How quickly (or slowly) a retirement plan must be distributed depends on two things; the plan participant’s age at death, and whether the beneficiary is a spouse, a “designated beneficiary” or something else.
Naming a trust as primary beneficiary helps assure continuity of planning over the generations. A surviving spouse beneficiary has the most preferred treatment, as they may “roll over” retirement plan funds to their own IRA and defer distributions until they turn 70½. Only a surviving spouse may do a rollover. Generally, a beneficiary who is not a surviving spouse or a “designated beneficiary” must take the money out of the retirement plan within 5 years of the participant’s death if the plan participant dies before they turn 70 ½, or over the remaining life expectancy of the plan participant if he or she dies after 70 ½. A “designated beneficiary” may not roll over an IRA, but may take distributions over his or her life expectancy (commonly called “stretch-out”), based on tables published by the IRS. A trust cannot be a “designated beneficiary.” But if it meets IRS regulations, the beneficiaries of this “qualified” trust will be treated as “designated beneficiaries” and not lose the stretch-out opportunity to defer taxes. So it is important that your trust will qualify if you are going to depend upon it.
Strategies
How can our heir choose between a trust and an individual as our IRA beneficiary after we are gone? By using disclaimers. A disclaimer is a “legal ‘no, thank you’.” If a beneficiary disclaims, it is as if the beneficiary died first, and the property goes to the next in line, or contingent beneficiary. A disclaiming beneficiary must act within nine months; they cannot say who gets the disclaimed property, nor can they disclaim once they have taken possession of the property. Here is how the strategy works with an IRA: an IRA participant could name a trust as primary beneficiary and an individual as a contingent beneficiary (or vice versa). When the IRA participant dies, the trustees of the trust can decide to either have the IRA in the trust, or disclaim and have it go to the contingent beneficiary.
There is a natural inclination to name the participant’s spouse as the IRA beneficiary and to simply “rollover” the deceased spouse’s IRA to their own. There are two reasons why this conventional wisdom might not be best:
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The first reason is practical. It is simply too easy for the surviving spouse to sign paperwork for the rollover before discussing alternatives with his or her advisor. Once this happens, the opportunity to disclaim is lost. If a trust is named, it will take meetings with the trustees and advisors to complete the disclaimer.
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The legal reason for avoiding naming the spouse as primary beneficiary is that if a beneficiary disclaims property which later goes into a trust for the beneficiary, the beneficiary cannot have a power of appointment over the trust. A power of appointment is a beneficiary’s ability to say who gets the trust after the beneficiary’s death and under what terms and conditions. Many people appreciate this flexibility because it gives their spouse the ability to adjust to life’s events after they are gone. Similarly, a beneficiary is inclined to take immediate possession of an inheritance and to spend it. If that happens, all of the planning Mom and Dad have done with their team of financial and tax planners is lost. Naming a trust as primary beneficiary helps assure continuity of planning over the generations. Then, if a beneficiary is committed to receiving IRA money outright after receiving advice and counsel, your trustee can make that happen. All of it depends upon the drafting of your estate plan, its coordination with your retirement plans and maintaining them with trusted advisors. •••
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Making
Group Travel
Fun By Phyllis Rose
“Want to go to Hawaii?”
Cousin Judy asked in one of our daily e-mail communications. Further details revealed six women would be renting a van and staying in a friend’s timeshare. I’d never been to Hawaii, but I didn’t jump at the chance. I imagined six people standing around trying to decide what to do. I’m not good at group decisions. But I couldn’t pass up the opportunity because it was incredibly affordable. Having traveled several times with small groups on independent adventures, I know the pitfalls, but with a few rules, I also know we could do this. As you and your friends retire and have time to travel, someone may suggest a group trip. To ensure it goes well, here are several tips courtesy of my experience making group travel fun and affordable.
I wanted to see a volcano and found a company that provides volcano tours including flights from Kauai, where we were staying, to the Big Island. It was expensive so I asked my traveling companions about it. Fortunately, everyone agreed and we had a delightful day in Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. My friend, Barb, who has traveled with me several times, advises, “I would encourage everyone to do a bit of research about the areas that will be visited...not just to go along for the ride. If there is something you really don't want to miss, speak up before you get there.”
Have an itinerary. Keep in mind some are free-spirited 1. Be flexible. On our Hawaii itinerary, we had planned a travelers while others want a strict schedule to see 2. whole day for the Waimea Canyon, but one afternoon, everything on their bucket list. we found ourselves near the canyon entrance. So, we visited For the Hawaii trip, I was asked to create an itinerary. I researched the possibilities, put an itinerary together and then e-mailed it to everyone, asking for input. My friend, Elaine suggested adding a boat ride to the Napali Coast, Kauai’s most dramatic coastline. So we added that.
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the canyon then rather than on the scheduled day. It was perfect. The sun was shining over the deep gorge, giving us some great photos.
Do your own thing. On a trip to Vienna, we planned 3. several day trips out from the city through a tour company. I wanted to spend more time in Vienna, but Barb
and co-traveler Linda wanted to do another day trip to Budapest. That was OK. They went to Budapest, while the rest of us explored more of Vienna. Have a clear understanding of how things will be paid. 4put. the My friend Dave and I often use a kitty system. We each same amount of money into an envelope to pay for entrance fees rather than each of us paying separately. On the Hawaii trip, Judy volunteered to put the common expenses, such as gas and parking fees, on her credit card. At the end, she sent us all a statement. When renting a car, pay for the extra driver. In Hawaii, 5. we didn’t do that – which worked out for the most part, at least until four wanted to spend the morning at the pool
while another traveler and I wanted to tour Allerton Garden. Judy graciously took time from sunbathing to drive us to the gardens, picking us up when we were finished. If we had paid for the extra driver, we would have had more flexibility. Let people use their traveling strengths. I have a good sense of direction, but some of my traveling friends do not. So I tend to be the one who guides us through the intricacies of Europe’s small towns. In Hawaii, two travelers were familiar with Garmin, a GPS system, so we let them be navigators. Jane was good at packing so she took charge of getting luggage for six people packed into our van.
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others of what medications you take and where you keep them so others can find them if necessary. If you can’t physically do everything the group wants, feel free to opt out. In Hawaii, our friend Carolyn, who has knee problems, sat in the van reading while the rest of us hiked out to the Kilauea Lighthouse or walked through a lava tunnel. Also, program each person’s cell phone number into your phone for ease of contact should you get separated. Speak up. If there’s something you want to do or a place 9. you want to eat, say so. Judy made it clear she wanted to eat tacos at Jack-in-the-Box in Hawaii, so we did.
Unfortunately, there wasn’t a Jack-in-the-Box on Waikiki Beach, so we wandered trying to decide on a restaurant. Nobody seemed to want to make a decision. Later, someone said she had wanted to eat at the first place we passed. If she had spoken up, we would have had more time to explore the beach shopping area. Dave has the final word for group travel. “Keep smiling, no matter what,” he says. “One old grouch can ruin the trip for others in the group.”
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Following a few basic rules, your group can make wonderful memories together no matter where you travel. Then, when you get together, you’ll relish telling the travel stories that begin, “Remember when . . .” •••
Work together on problems. 7. When we arrived in Switzerland, our luggage remained in Amsterdam. My friends' luggage was delivered to the hotel before mine, but one friend lent me a sweater and both accompanied me to the airport to retrieve my own luggage. In another situation, one traveler lost his wallet in Lisbon, while another, her passport in Paris. We worked together, making phone calls or whatever was needed to resolve the situation. Sharing the burden makes things easier. Be practical. Since you are 8. seniors, there are some important practicalities. Dave suggests informing
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hobbies By Pam Molnar
Guidebook to the Past:
How to Research Your Family Tree
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How did they live?
Where did they come from? Did their choices have an impact on how you live today?
Genealogy, or the exploration of your family history, is a pastime for those people who want to make that connection to the generations before them. The hobby that was once associated with retirees and maiden aunts has recently grown again in popularity. After watching television shows like “Who Do You Think You Are?” or “Finding Your Roots,” people of all ages have discovered how interesting family history research can be. While tracing your own family history may not be as easy as it is on TV, it can be a fulfilling project for you and your family. Follow these five steps to get your started on your journey into the past.
make copies of the documents for your research. Carefully review the treasures and write down all the clues you uncover. Don’t overlook handwritten notes on the backs of pictures or the previous addresses of family members. While this information might not seem important now, it may be the once piece that brings the puzzle together.
Ask the family. The first step is to sit down and get an oral
contacted for some reason then you could use an online site such as Family Search from the LDS Church or Ancestry. com,” offers Hammer. Family Search is a free and a great place to start for beginners. Ancestry.com, while an excellent source for online family research, does have a membership fee. Beginners should inquire if their local library carries an Ancestry membership that they can use at no charge. Don’t discount Google searches for family history. Your family member may be a topic of discussion in a genealogy forum or connected to a notorious person from our country’s history.
account of the past. Gather your parents, grandparents and any other family member that may be able to help you with the basic family facts. Mary Hammer, a professional Family History and Genealogy Researcher, suggests recording the interviews. “A small digital recorder is ideal for making sure you don’t forget or misunderstand what your family members are relating.” Though it is important to document the names and dates, Hammer encourages asking about family stories, too. “While most family stories are not 100% factual, they do usually have an element of truth to them and can give you clues to research in the future.”
Dig through the attic. Every attic has a least one box
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Go online. “If your family has passed away or can’t be
Put it all in order. Now that you have gathered your
information, put it in an order that makes sense to you. “A binder and some file folders are a great place to start keeping track of your research,” suggests Hammer. As your information grows, you might want to transfer the information to genealogical family sheets or pedigree charts that you can find online for free. If you prefer to keep your
family research in digital form, there are many genealogical software programs to choose from. Hammer recommends Family Tree Maker as it is easy to use, can produce reports and links with Ancestry.com. Other family tree programs that you might want to try are Legacy or Roots Magic. Check online for genealogy software that offers free trials and choose the one that is right for you. Share your research with others. While genealogy research has no end, it is fun to share your current findings as you go along. Type up a simple Word document with family facts and email it to your family. Looking for a nicer presentation or gift? Why not make a scrapbook or slideshow using photos, document and other interesting research? Don’t limit sharing your discoveries to your family alone. Ancestry.com offers an option to post your discovery on Facebook and other social media. Setting up a family tree on Ancestry.com allows you to share your family history with millions of other families. Who knows? You might even make a connection with distant relative and expand your family tree even more. •••
Walk in their Footsteps An incredible way to research your family tree is by visiting the place where your ancestors are from. Walking over the same ground your ancestors once walked will bring you closer in a way that cannot compare to finding their name on a microfilmed document. If you are doing your research within the United States, you will find courthouses, churches and cemeteries to be wonderful sources of information. Local genealogical societies provide an overwhelming amount of research data for your family. If you want a better idea of what life was like for your ancestors, try exploring the local libraries and historical centers for a pictorial history of the town. If your budget allows, expand your research overseas by taking a genealogy vacation. Heritage tour companies offer escorted tours of your ancestral region or village throughout Europe. Avoid the hassle of navigating a foreign country by traveling with their tour guides and translators. Connect with your ancestor by staying in area B & B’s and dining on local fare. Work with staff genealogists to customize your tours to include the churches where your family worshiped or the civil offices where their records are stored. Some tour companies even offer a live relative search for any family member that may still live in the area and perhaps arrange for a reunion while you are there. For more information about genealogy tours in your ancestors’ hometown, check out these websites or search for a company specific to your ancestral country.
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By: Evie Kirkwood
Mo•tor•cy•cling:
An unexplainable joy that one must experience to understand; the freedom, the rush, the quickness, the test of skill, a most wonderful adventure with every ride. –Deb VandeZande, Niles, Michigan
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y that definition, I missed the mark, at least for the first 20 years. Riding on a motorcycle seemed pretty dull. I tolerated the passenger seat of my husband’s assorted bikes, which provided a limited view of the back of his helmet, along with my own achy back. I would get moderately excited if the ride included a stop at an ice cream stand, but for the most part I did not understand his passion with two-wheeled transportation. Everything changed when we test drove a used touring bike with a comfortable passenger seat (heated!), a sound system and a pleasant view of the wide-open road without being buffeted by air flow. At that moment, the allure of motorcycle riding took hold. We bought that bike, and a few months later with the help of a friend, a loaner bike and a Motorcycle Safety Foundation course, I had my own license and my own bike. According to the statistics, more boomers are getting into (or back into) motorcycling. While the ranks of women as passengers and drivers are soaring, many men return to motorcycling in their 50s’ and 60’s after their kids have grown. The reasons are as varied as the bikes themselves. Touring on a bike, or on separate bikes, is a great way to spend time with your best friend. Years ago, Pam Zinsmeister of Elkhart, Indiana, realized she was a biker widow until she got up the courage to ride as a passenger with her husband, “Zinny.” The two have shared thousands of miles and hundreds of destinations for more than 30 years as rider-passenger, rider-rider and more recently, again as rider-passenger.
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Pam says riding a bike made her feel proud. There is a sense of accomplishment in a successful and safe ride, to hold a bike up in the wind, to navigate safely in a surprise rainstorm or to simply enjoy a summer evening ride with friends. Pam was a groundbreaker, riding her own bike when very few women rode. Because there are many styles of bikes and many styles of riding, from poking around gravel roads, to logging miles on a super-highway, motorcycling speaks to each rider’s identity. Riders say they have a hard time putting into words what draws them to motorcycling. For some it is an adrenaline boost; for others, it is pure relaxation. Drew Adams, president of the BMW Motorcycle Club of Michiana says, “It’s the feeling you are flying like a bird, like Superman, like a child lofted above their father’s head and snap-rolled into bed at night. Who could resist? “
Everyone concurs it is NOT the same as riding in a car. Vacations by car begin when you arrive at your destination. By bike, the vacation is the ride. While some justify a bike as a low cost form of transportation, Dick Bell of LaGrange, Indiana, warns, “Aside from superb gas mileage, motorcycles can be quite expensive per mile in terms of service costs, short tire life and added insurance.” Instead, he suggests that there are great discoveries waiting on the much less traveled roads. John Groves, of Stevensville, Michigan sums it up, “I’m doing what most people never get to do. Commuting to work or riding to church is a joy regardless of the weather. Riding a motorcycle is just plain fun!” •••
Drew’s wife, Maureen savors the multi-week trips they take together on their touring bike. Whether exploring the Badlands of South Dakota or the dry sands of Utah, she says the scenery is experienced from a motorcycle. “And the smells are the best,” she adds.
Tips for beginning motoryclists: If you are interested in learning, or getting back into, motorcycling, consider a Motorcycle Safety Foundation Basic Rider Course. In a weekend, you’ll progress from paddling the bike with your feet, to figureeights in the parking lot. www.msf-usa.org Invest in a good helmet, and wear it. Craig Kirkwood, a BMW rider from Edwardsburg, Michigan, chants, “Dress for the slide, not the ride.” Gloves, boots, motorcycle jacket (high-vis yellow) and pants are essential gear. Helmet communicators let you talk rider-topassenger or bike-to-bike. It’s more efficient than shouting or misunderstood hand signals. Ride a bike that fits your style and comfort level. Passengers will appreciate a back rest. Trikes and other three-wheel bikes are additional options.
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Small Town Museums By Phyllis Rose
American Museum of Magic, Marshall, MI
Bristol, Indiana
The huge ball of string is in the Elkhart County Historical Museum on 304 W. Vistula, a museum ranked among Indiana’s top ten local history museums. Located in the county’s first consolidated school building, the museum has themed displays in the former classrooms. There’s a Children’s Room featuring children’s toys, such as a carousel built in 1920 by Dr. Robert Murphy for his granddaughter. The Depot Room has a model railroad layout and a collection of Ives model trains, which predate the more well-known Lionel and American Flyer model trains. Ties to world history can be found, too, such as photos of the Nuremberg Trials and the camera that PFC Thomas L. Bayless, an Elkhart native, used to take the pictures. Near the Nuremberg display is an engraved card signed by Adolf Hitler.
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rom amusing to amazing, Michiana’s small town museums are treasure troves of local history and more. After all, where else could you find a huge ball of string collected over nine years by a New Paris, Indiana, barber or a brick from the time of Nebuchadnezzar, King of Babylon, about 500 B.C.? These things can be found within a short drive or right in your hometown. To get you started exploring these gems, here are some possibilities.
Fairmount, Indiana
Did you know the late actor and Indiana native, James Dean, was also a wonderful artist? In the Fairmount Historical Museum, 203 E. Washington St., you’ll see his artwork, including a painting of an orchid he did for his high school speech teacher at Fairmount High School. The lovely painting contrasts with the angst-ridden characters Dean portrayed in his movie career cut short by his death in a car accident in 1955. Probably, the most poignant item is the self-portrait Dean wrote for a high school assignment. Reading it will give you insight into Dean, who was born in nearby Marion, moved to California when he was 5 and then was sent back to Fairmount to be raised by his aunt and uncle after his mother died. On a lighter note, explore the Garfield Room, named for Garfield, the cat with an attitude, created by Fairmount native, Jim Davis. Outside the museum is a delightful statue of Garfield dressed as James Dean.
Berrien Springs, Michigan
Fascinating artifacts from ancient times, such as the brick from the time of Nebuchadnezzar, can be found at the Siegfried H. Horn Archeological Museum, on 9047 Old U.S. 31. In addition to the brick, the museum has an ancient statuette of Baal, the Canaanite god; a small ossuary from the time of Jesus; and small mummies such as an ibis, a falcon and a human foot. The museum also has over 3,000 cuneiform tablets dating back to 2100 B.C. Elkhart County Historical Museum 28
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Saugatuck Douglas Historical Society's Pump House Museum
It’s surreal to view these ancient items from halfway around the world in a small museum in Berrien Springs. For local history, visit the nearby History Center at Courthouse Square on 313 N. Cass St. You can see the courthouse built in 1839, a log house built in 1830 by the county’s first lawyer, Francis Murdock, and a circular plaza showing the layout of the jail - no longer in existence - which had 16 pie-shaped cells.
Douglas/Saugatuck, Michigan
These neighboring towns have two delightful history museums. In Saugatuck, there’s the Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Museum on 735 Park St., located in the former pump house for the city’s first municipal water system. The museum’s exhibits provide a look into the lives of ordinary people who enjoyed Saugatuck’s Big Pavilion; once the biggest dance hall west of New York City, the pavilion had lights that flashed in time to the music. The building burned down in 1960, but you can read about people’s memories, such as Marguerite, who met her airman husband at a pavilion dance. Douglas’s Center for History, located in the former village school at 130 W. Center, has a Back-in-Time Garden, a SuperMap of Saugatuck and Douglas and a boathouse with an exhibit about shipwrecks and life-saving on Lake Michigan. The garden highlights the area’s ties to agriculture with a peach orchard, for example. The SuperMap, painted on the wall, is interactive with numbers corresponding to those on a nearby computer. Click on the number to learn about the people and events associated with that site on the map. Works by local artists are displayed on the second floor, including a pencil drawing of Kukla and Ollie by Burr Tillstrom, creator of “Kukla, Fran and Ollie,” who had a summer home in Saugatuck. The boathouse exhibit features an 1854 Francis life-saving boat sitting in front of a huge mural of a boat being swamped by Lake Michigan’s enormous waves.
Marshall, Michigan
Marshall should bill itself as Michigan’s Museum Capital. After all, it missed out on becoming Michigan’s capital, but now it has at least eight museums focusing on everything from magic to the Civil War to the postal service. Among the museums are: • Grand Army of the Republic Hall, 402 E. Michigan, which houses Civil War artifacts. • Governor’s House Mansion, 612 S. Marshall Ave., an 1839 Greek Revival home, was supposed to have been the governor’s mansion before Marshall lost to Lansing.
For more information: Elkhart County Historical Museum 574-848-4322 www.elkhartcountyparks.org Fairmount Historical Museum 765-948-4555 www.jamesdeanartifacts.com Siegfried H. Horn Archaeological Museum 269-471-3273 www.andrews.edu/archaeology The History Center at Courthouse Square 269-471-1202 www.berrienhistory.org Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society 269-857-5751 www.sdhistoricalsociety.org Marshall Area Chamber of Commerce 800-877-5163 www.marshallmi.org Note: Not all small museums have regular hours; some are open by appointment only. Be sure to check with the museum before visiting.
• The Capitol Hill School Museum, 602 East Washington St., an 1860 Gothic Revival school, features marionettes created by Frank Hinkle, a Marshall area entertainer. • The American Museum of Magic, 107 E. Michigan, has a trunk used by Harry Houdini in his underwater escapes. • The Michael W. Schragg Post Office and U.S. Postal Museum, 202 E. Michigan, features items from old post offices, uniforms and antique mail delivery sleds and trucks. • Honolulu House, 107 N. Kalamazoo Ave., is an 1860 mansion built by Abner Pratt, U.S. Consul to the Sandwich Islands, now Hawaii. For a museum marathon, you can visit all the museums for free on Tourism Day during Michigan Week in May So, discard the daily doldrums and discover the amusing and amazing in one of Michiana’s many small town museums. •••
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Witch’s
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A fun Halloween tradition
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By: Chaunie Brusie
here’s something strange in the neighborhood…but in this case, it might just look pretty good.
As Halloween approaches, baby boomer Sally Cox and her girlfriends are preparing for a very special evening in their neighborhood—their 13th annual Witch’s Brew Party.
According to Sally, the Witch’s Brew Party originated when she and her daughter were brainstorming some fun ways to celebrate Halloween. Together with her daughter, the dynamic mother and daughter duo came up with the idea of a “witches-only” party. “Growing up, we’ve always enjoyed Halloween,” explains Sally. “We love Halloween and we thought it would be a lot of fun!”
And just what exactly is a Witch’s Brew Party? Well, we’re glad you asked. The Witch’s Brew is an annual Halloween bash hosted by Sally Cox. There are only two stipulations to get into the Witch’s Brew bash: you have to love some good, clean Halloween fun and you have to come dressed as a witch, of course!
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gals,” says Betsy about her mom and her group of fellow “witches.” “They are infamous!” she laughs. All the witches at the party dress up in creative costumes to get in the door. And one major requirement? “You have to have a witch name to get in the door!” says Sally. Some examples include Esmeralda and Okie.
May the best cackle win Today, Sally’s Witch’s Brew is a huge But don’t be fooled by the party’s spooky party that features prizes, a hayride and theme; there’s nothing scary or dark an elaborate scavenger hunt. There are about this Halloween party. “We don’t prizes for six different witches, including like scary stuff,” says Sally. “ We aren’t the ugliest, most creative, most beautiful, into vampires and wolves or anything like scariest, sexiest and funniest. that. It’s just about the fun stuff!” Contrary to popular belief, witches are A Halloween tradition apparently a fun-loving group, as the For their first event, Sally explains witches at the Brew compete in all sorts that they kept the Witch’s Brew pretty of creative prize categories, such as the low-key. “We just had a fun party with best nose, best hat, best shoes or the a scavenger hunt with around twelve best broom. witches,” she explains. On the hayride, there is even a “best From their humble beginnings, however, cackle” contest, with all the witches voting the Witch’s Brew party has grown into for their favorite. There are also prizes to all-out neighborhood bash that sees be won in the food category, with witches anywhere from 35-65 witches. “All my judging the most delicious and most neighbors come—they look forward to creative deserts. “These women go all it every year,” says Sally. out,” says Sally. “Everything from a bowl of “This is a really fun group of boomer brains to dirt desert (done in a flowerpot
Witches lend a helping hand One great feature of the Witch’s Brew party is that all the witches help with the event. Sally explains that there are parking witches to help party-goers park their cars; hostess witches to great them and provide them with favors and kitchen witches to help with the food (all the witches are required to bring a dish to pass). There are even fire witches to help if the weather is nice and they host a bonfire. A bewitching scavenger hunt And the crown jewel of the party has to be the scavenger hunt that started it all. From its humble beginnings, Sally’s scavenger hunt has evolved into an elaborate and creative puzzle that includes such challenges as making a fall bouquet in the ditch or finding something hidden in the cemetery. “Every year I have to make it different,” she says with an exasperated laugh. “The witches are getting smart!”
with pudding and cream cheese, crushed up Oreos with gummy worms)!” Sally explains that she collects prizes for her Witch’s Brew all year long in anticipation for the big event. “I go out after Halloween and get them all halfpriced, so most everyone goes home with something,” she says. “Everything from t-shirts and sweatshirts to kitchen towels, all witch-related!”
But the most extravagant scavenger hunt challenge that stands out in Sally’s mind has to be…
Shhh…it’s a Halloween secret! So what’s the secret to hosting your own Witch’s Brew party? Don’t expect any secrets from Sally! “No tips here!” she laughs. “We want to be the only one on the block with Witch’s Brew party!” Fair enough. But I had to ask—is there actually a special brew at the Witch’s Brew? “No!” laughs Sally, “If the witches want something special, they bring their own. There is a lot of brew at the witch’s brew!” In the end, however, there really is no big secret to having and hosting a Witch’s Brew party. As Sally says, “it’s about being creative and having girl fun!” This year’s Witch’s Brew marks an end of sorts. Sally and her husband are moving house, so this will be the last Witch’s Brew held in the place where it all originated. I guess you could say that in this case, Sally and her gaggle of witches are going out with a bang—or, er, a broom. •••
The Manwich. But Sally thought wrong. Her witches got a bit more elaborate than that, stopping home or at friends’ houses to bring back their—man witches! “They brought their husbands or friends,” she laughs. “Actual man witches!”
Recipe for “Witch’s Brew”
So, Sally’s not spilling her secrets, but here’s a fun recipe to try for your own witch’s brew! Witch’s Brew (from the Food Network): Ingredients: • 1 (6-ounce) package lime gelatin • 2 cups boiling water • 3 cups chilled pineapple juice • 1 (2 liter) bottle chilled lemon-lime soft drink or ginger ale • 2 cups chilled vodka, optional Special equipment: • 1 large black plastic cauldron (available at party or craft stores) • 1 punch bowl that fits inside the cauldron • 1 plastic hand (available at party supply stores), sterilized in hot water • 1 block dry ice (available at supermarkets, ice cream shops or ice companies) Directions: Pour the gelatin mix into a large bowl. Slowly stir in the boiling water. Stir at least 2 minutes, until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir in
the pineapple juice. Let cool to room temperature. Wearing heavy duty gloves or using tongs, place the block of dry ice in the bottom of the cauldron. (Dry ice will burn skin, so handle it with gloves and tongs and keep it away from kids and pets!) Use an ice pick to break the block into smaller chunks, if necessary. Fill the cauldron with just enough water to cover the dry ice. It will begin to “steam.” Place the punch bowl inside the cauldron, on top of the dry ice. The cauldron will appear to be magically smoking. Entrap the sterilized rubber hand between the cauldron and the punch bowl, squeezing it tight so the hand appears to be reaching out of the mist for help. Hot-glue the hand to the cauldron, if necessary, to hold it in place. Carefully pour the drink mixture into the punch bowl. Slowly add the chilled vodka and lemon-lime soda or ginger ale. Stir gently to mix.
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Our Car Culture Is Our Love of the Automobile Waning? By: Jennifer Warfel Juszkiewicz
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his past August, during the high season of drive-in movies and small town cruise nights in our area, National Public Radio ran a special series on the car culture of our country. They recalled our love for cars, using Hoosier racing aficionado James Dean’s silver Porsche 550 Spyder as an example. And, if we gauge our national love of the automobile by the number of cars we name in films, remember Herbie from the “Love Bug”? Mach 5 from “Speed Racer”? The Batmobile? Greased Lightning? The Ghostbusters’ Ectomobile? Or, the most perfect car of all, KIT from “Knight Rider”? Americans honor and respect cars, well, except for Ferris Beuller, but he doesn’t count. Or does he? Could Ferris Beuller and his casual treatment of his friend’s father’s 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California Spyder serve as a symbolic transition point to our current attitude toward cars? After all, NPR claims that young people no longer honor or treasure the car. They see it as, of all things, a machine, and one that can be replaced quite easily by cheap public transportation if at all possible. They quote Micheline Maynard, veteran journalist, who argues that, “People and families used to identify with the cars they drove. Car culture was huge just a few decades ago, but the shift away from that is what has created less emphasis on getting a car early.” “Cars in America: Is the Love Story Over?” asks NPR. 32
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Car Culture Downshifting NPR makes some fine points about why young people may not be quite as invested in cars as their predecessors. Insurance is expensive. And as I found out as a teenager, when a teen gets his or her license in Indiana, many insurance companies require that teen be put on the family insurance, whether or not she’s driving the family car. Add on top of that fact that cars are expensive, gas is expensive and repairs are expensive and the average teen or twenty-something can’t be blamed for avoiding the entire situation altogether. Plus, for those living in cities, there are alternatives: busses, trains, car-sharing services and taxis. They can go anywhere they need either by using these services or bartering rides from their friends who do have cars. Bicycling is also on the rise. Consider how much the Michiana Bike to Work Week initiative has grown: 487 riders in 2008 to 857 riders in 2012. The goal of the program is to promote a more active lifestyle, decrease traffic congestion and encourage a healthier community. Add this to the downturn in the economy and you have fewer people of all ages who can afford cars, something that has thrown the car companies into a bit of a tizzy. This has affected their ad campaigns, as evident in the 2011 Chrysler ad featuring Clint Eastwood (remember his beautiful, green
Gran Torino from the 2008 film?). This ad, which was featured during the 2012 Super Bowl, shows the rugged Eastwood driving a Chrysler through downtown Detroit. His voice rumbles through a script that references the football game, his own film career and the economic downturn: “It’s halftime in America, too. People are out of work and they’re hurting. And they’re all wondering what they’re going to do to make a comeback. And we’re all scared, because this isn’t a game. The people of Detroit know a little something about this. They almost lost everything. But we all pulled together, now Motor City is fighting again.” Can you hear the echoes of “Million Dollar Baby” and the appeal to the Eastwood generation to support the economy by buying more cars?
Dragging Main Every year, my hometown of LaPorte hosts a Cruise Night, along with cars of all kind, from vintage to classic, from jalopy to beauty, “drags main.” The drivers are of all generations (Millennials included). There’s an entire neighborhood in the town with streets named after types of Corvettes. The LaPorte County Museum features the Kesling Auto Collection of more than thirty vintage automobiles on loan from Dr. Peter C. Kesling and his wife Charlene, ranging from a 1903 Winton to a 1982 DeLorean (the model made famous in “Back to the Future”). My favorite is the Tucker “Torpedo,” which appeared in the 1988 Jeff Bridges film, “Tucker: The Man and His Dream.”
For those troublesome Millennials, the car companies are appealing to technology. “For Millennials — and almost everyone else — freedom is now the cellphone,” argues NPR. So carmakers are including GPS, voice activated systems, rearview cameras and technology that allows the car to predict your habits and help you steer. But doesn’t this ruin the fast-shifting, driver-controlled fury that our culture prizes in its, for example, curvaceous Corvettes of the 1960s?
And that’s just LaPorte. The Center for History in South Bend displays a 1918 Milburn Electric Coupe, Model 27, a car made by one of the first companies to switch from the carriage to the automobile. The company was originally located in Mishawaka. The museum makes the most of the lure and legacy of the American automobile; recently, they hosted “Rolling Canvas: Art and the Automobile,” which presented the auto as an art form. And one can’t forget Studebaker, the engine driving the City of South Bend for decades. The Studebaker Museum even offers a trail booklet by which you can track the company’s impact around the region via a map.
Cars are part of the culture in Northwest Indiana and Southwest Michigan.
Adjusting the Mirror There are a few problems with NPR’s argument. First, it stresses an urban environment, such as Los Angeles or Chicago, where public transportation is more efficient and widespread. While we do have limited options in some areas, we certainly don’t have enough to rid us of the need for vehicles in such a great percentage. There’s simply more room here: more distance between school, work and shopping centers, so cars are simply more necessary for people of all ages. In addition, NPR may be discounting the cultural differences between rural and urban environments. We often have garages and free street parking, for example. Many people in our region grow up in a culture of good car care: their parents are truck drivers or mechanics, they did rebuild projects in 4H or they lived on a farm, where you just “figure it out” when the equipment has a glitch. When I asked my fourteen-year-old cousin, Chris, when he would get his license, he voiced the opposite opinion of the Los Angeles youths interviewed by NPR. “I can’t wait to get my license. I’m going to drive the Jeep,” he said with unfiltered anticipation. The Jeep, a 1992 Cherokee with a straight-six engine, used to belong to my husband before it was passed on to a cousin. Now it will be the first car for his younger brother, Chris. This bouncy, safe, reliable beast of a vehicle has surpassed any reasonable expectations of top mileage and promises to keep going provided it’s treated well.
But cars aren’t simply history; cars move, even historical ones. They are spectacular objects in motion, which explains the numerous cruise nights, not just in LaPorte, but throughout the region. From the Bring It! cruise night and car show in Niles hosted by the Kar Club in May to the smaller, weekly events throughout the summer, there’s always somewhere to admire spectacular autos. The Bonnie Doon Drive-in is the “home cruise” for the Still Cruisin’ car club, “a group of people who love to get together with others who share our interest in classic cars.” While this isn’t evidence that our young people are buying cars as early and as avidly as in the past, it’s certainly true that cars are part of the culture in Northwest Indiana and Southwest Michigan. As an example of how we honor our motoring past, and preserve it for the future, consider the half-mile long Studebaker tree sign in Bendix County Park by New Carlisle. In 1938, the Civilian Conservation Corps planted 5,000 trees, arranged so as to spell out the name “Studebaker” when seen from planes flying overhead. The sign is on the National Register of Historic Places. But over the years, the trees have become overcrowded and damaged, the sign far less legible. This year, the St. Joseph County Parks and Recreation department raised funds to restore the sign, and in September they celebrated the 75th anniversary of the sign…with a car show. •••
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By: Jennifer Warfel Juszkiewicz
Award season
is right around the corner: the dresses, the speeches and the presenters’ bad jokes. Americans watch these spectacles even if they have no idea who’s being honored or why. In fact, Americans are so invested that we watch the nomination show, the pre-show fashion predictions, the red carpet procession, the actual show and then the red carpet wrap-up. Madness!
Why do we do this? After all, we have no personal investment in these celebrities. One possibility is forwarded by psychologist Carlin Flora, who argues that we watch celebrities because we’ve evolved to feel attached to the familiar: “We're built to view anyone we recognize as an acquaintance ripe for gossip or for romance.” Because we see these people all the time in the media and because we know their faces and their stories, our minds are trained to view them as our friends. So, all the extra shows actually make us more invested. Don’t worry; this response isn’t as problematic as one might think. Flora contends in her 2004 Psychology Today article that, “People who watch more TV are more satisfied with their friendships, just as if they had more friends and socialized more frequently.” So, watching award shows actually helps us be more socially adept.
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You may protest that you are, uniquely oblivious to celebrities, but consider this: Nearly 40 million people watched the 2012 Oscars, 40 million the 2012 Grammys, 13 million the 2012 Emmys, 17 million the 2012 Golden Globes and a whopping 10 million watched this year’s Video Music Awards (thanks, Miley Cyrus). Admittedly, this isn’t much compared to the 108 million people who watched the Super Bowl last year, but remember – these award shows are about other people getting honored. We get few--if any—bragging rights if our pick wins. Or do we? Northwest Indiana and Southwest Michigan actually have quite an investment in Hollywood, and not only via John Hancock and Dorothy Tristan, the director/ screenwriter team we featured in last month's issue. And this investment can help us feel better about our enjoyment of
award shows. After all, if these award shows are going to be taking up prime TV relaxation time, if they are on some level appealing to our evolutionary characteristics, then perhaps having someone to root for will help justify our excitement over strangers winning trophies.
Old Hollywood
Ever heard the line “Why don’t you slip out of those wet clothes and into a dry martini?” It was delivered by South Bend’s own Charles Butterworth in the film “Every Day’s A Holiday.” You can also see him as Private Eddie Dibbie in the Irving Berlin musical “This is the Army,” which featured a young actor then credited as Lt. Ronald Reagan. Back in those early and golden days of the motion picture and sitcom, there were quite a few notable Hollywood performers from Indiana and Michigan. Beulah Bondi, a graduate of Valparaiso University, was twice nominated for an Academy Award and earned an Emmy (for her role on “The Waltons”). Often cast because of her motherly features, Frank Capra cast her as Jimmy Stewart’s mother in both “Mr. Smith Goes to Washington” and “It’s a Wonderful Life.”
Irene Vernon, born in Mishawaka, also had numerous roles in television in the 1940s, most notably as Louise Tate on the show “Bewitched.” James Carew, from Goshen, was a stage and silent screen actor, marrying one of the most famous British actresses of all time: Ellen Terry. And Anne Baxter, born in Michigan City and the granddaughter to architect Frank Lloyd Wright, was featured in the mid-century films “The Magnificent Ambersons,” “The Razor’s Edge,” “All About Eve” and “The Ten Commandments.” Finally, Jonathan Winters III, known for his remarkable performances in everything from “Mork & Mindy” to “Hee Haw” to “It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad World” attended Culver Military Academy. These actors and actresses were just the beginning of the many hometown stars to head to California for fame and fortune. Jonathan Winters III
Jean Hagen
Behind the Scenes
Elkhart High School graduate Jean Hagen, a contemporary of Bondi, started her career as the femme fatale in the 1949 movie “Adam’s Rib” with Spencer Tracy. She’s most remembered for playing Lina Lamont in “Singin’ in the Rain,” alongside Debbie Reynolds and Donald O’Connor. O’Connor remembered her, to an interviewer for Turner Classic Movies, as "a consummate actress…They didn't get a ditzy blonde to play the part [of Lina Lamont]; they got a great actress to play the ditzy blonde. That's why that part is so dynamic and so wonderful."
Not all the sons and daughters of the region are visible on the screen; some are screenwriters, directors or voiceover artists. Jeremy Leven, born in South Bend, has written the screenplays for “The Legend of Bagger Vance,” “My Sister’s Keeper,” “Real Steel” and “The Notebook,” the last of which is an adaptation of Notre Dame graduate Nicholas Sparks’ bestselling novel. Goshen native James C. Strouse, also a celebrated screenwriter and director, wrote the film “Lonesome Jim” and “The Winning Season.” And Burr Gore Steers, Culver Military Academy graduate and nephew of writer Gore Vidal, has written and directed (and occasionally acted) in recent films, including “Igby Goes Down” and “Charlie St. Cloud.” Your kids and grandkids may be more familiar with Philip Proctor, although they may not know him by that name. The voice of Rocky Rococo and Nancy in the Nick Danger series, Proctor is also from Goshen. His voice has been featured in numerous Pixar films, including “Toy Story,” “A Bug’s Life,” “Toy Story 2” (also featuring a Disney actress from Valpo), “Monsters Inc.” and “Finding Nemo.”
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Anne Baxter
The aforementioned Jonathan Winters was also a voiceover artist; he played Papa Smurf on both the television show and in both Smurf movies, the second of which came out this past July and is dedicated to his memory. Winters once told an interviewer that to be a good actor meant that "you've got to study people. If you go to Actor's Studio, fine. If you take lessons from someone, fine. There are all kinds of workshops and comedy stores and dramatic workshops...but you must be an observer. You must look at everything around you." Paris K.C. Barclay may not be a household name around here either, but he is in California. A TV director and producer, he is the first African-American president of the prestigious and influential Directors Guild of America. A two-time Emmy Award winner, he has directed numerous episodes of “The West Wing,” “CSI,” “Lost,” “House,” “Law & Order,” “Sons of Anarchy,” “Weeds,” “NCIS,” “The Good Wife” and “Glee,” among others. A graduate of LaPorte’s Lalumiere School, Barclay reflected on his award-winning recent work for FX’s “Sons of Anarchy”:
“Sometimes directing is doing as little as possible.”
Who To Watch
So, which actors are active now that you should keep your eye on this year? Well, Jonathan Winters III may have passed away, but remember that his voice is behind the Smurfs. Of the same generation, and still acting, is Hal Holbrook, a fellow Culver grad, who was nominated for Screen Actors Guild and Academy Awards for his supporting role in the 2007 film “Into The Wild.” And if you catch a rerun of the hit show “30 Rock,” look for the character J.D. Lutz, played by John Lutz, a graduate of Valparaiso University and a recurrent writer for “Saturday Night Live.” Re-runs of the family-friendly show “7th Heaven” will feature Catherine Mary Hicks playing the mom. Hicks graduated from Saint Mary’s College. Valpo native Carly Brook Schroeder has had a longrunning relationship with the Disney channel, beginning with “Lizzie McGuire.” Her film “Slightly Single in L.A.” was been released this year and her next film, “Prep School,” is currently in post-production. Don’t forget to root for Jim Gaffigan, another Lalumiere graduate, who has been in the films “Super Troopers” and whose current project, “Walter,” is about a tickettaker at a local movie theater who believes he is the son of God. This belief leads him to decide the eternal fate of everyone he meets.
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Also watch for Sean Patrick Murphy, from South Bend, who has been in “Avatar” and had occasional roles on many of the leading series on television. His current project, “Poop Notice,” a web series takeoff on the series “Burn Notice” has the tagline “When mom gets fired, dad gets burned.” I know, I can hear some of you shouting – “What about Phil Donohue? What about Regis?” Both Notre Dame alumni, Donohue has slowed his career since his recurrent role on “Frasier.” Philbin, on the other hand, is trying out a new sports show on Fox. This can be an overwhelming list, but face it – with all this, there’s no way you can be an impartial viewer of film and television, let alone award shows. There’s always a hometown hero to root for during award season. And, if we’re lucky, they’ll bring back comedian Sinbad, who’s from Benton Harbor, to host one of these silly events. •••
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Mow the Leaves and Water the Trees…
A Fall Yard Clean-up List By: Evie Kirkwood
Fall brings a sense of urgency to tuck up the gardens and tidy the yard before the weather turns cold. The most time-consuming autumn chore for many homeowners is raking leaves. Phil Sutton, of the Purdue Cooperative Extension Service in St. Joseph County, Indiana, heralds these leaves as brown “gold.” Instead of raking them in piles and burning them, which is now prohibited in many areas, he suggests using a mulching mower to chop the leaves into small pieces. “I end up with a very small pile when I’m done,” says Sutton, who among other duties, teaches the Master Gardener Course in St. Joseph County. Those chopped leaves can be used to mulch your perennials, although Sutton suggests waiting until the plants are dormant. A layer of mulch, such as chopped leaves, grass clippings or straw, protects tender roots from temperature swings.
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After removing plant debris from the vegetable garden, apply a layer of mulch or a cover crop of clover or buckwheat. Leave some space to plant garlic before early November. You’ll enjoy harvesting this culinary treat in midsummer next year.
Plant now for spring color.
Clean your bird feeders. If you normally only feed birds in winter, be sure to use fresh seed rather than anything you stored over the summer. Dried-out bird seed is unappealing to birds.
Evergreens, including rhododendrons and azaleas, will benefit from a good watering before the ground freezes. Because evergreens retain their leaves, they continue to lose moisture, even in freezing weather. Water and protective mulch may prevent their leaves and needles from turning brown.
Fall is also a great time to plant trees and shrubs suggests Sutton, because the cooler temperatures reduce stress. You’ll save money, too, since nurseries often discount their stock now. Be sure to plant before the ground freezes, and water generously. Spring bulbs can be planted when evening temperatures are between 40 and 50 degrees. This stimulates root growth, but not leaf growth. If deer are a problem in your backyard, skip the tulips, which are tasty treats for deer, and plant daffodils and hyacinth instead. They’ll look great in spring, which is only six months away! •••
While you are in the cleaning mode, brush the soil off of any garden tools. If they are steel, oil them they to prevent rust. Clean and cover your grill.
Drain hoses and unheated birdbaths to prevent them from freezing. Flower pots can be stored indoors or covered so they don’t collect snow and crack when the temperatures dip below freezing.
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Now’s the Time for a
Heartfelt Encore
Mother of Re-Invention Shares Tips for Finding Work that Feeds the Soul By: Ginny Grimsley
They’re called second acts, encore careers or reinventing yourself – they are the completely new and different jobs people take in midlife or later. Today, making that jump is more likely to be a matter of following the heart than it was during the throes of the economic recession, when professionals caught up in corporate layoffs discovered they were too old to find jobs in a poor market and too young to retire. They started second careers not to follow a vocation but to pay the bills. “I’m glad to see the tide turning again – especially for all the baby boomers who don’t want to retire but do want to do something gratifying,” says Betty Hechtman, who was on the eve of her 60th birthday when her first mystery series prompted a bidding war between St. Martin’s Press and Berkley Books. She has since published eight “cozy mysteries,” including her newest, “Yarn to Go” – the first in her Berkley Prime Crime Yarn Mystery series. Hechtman has had a lot of practice reinventing herself. She has volunteered as a farmworker on a kibbutz in Israel, 40
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waitressed and worked in retail sales and made connections as a telephone operator, among a host of jobs. “I’ve held jobs just for the paycheck and I’ve pursued my passions, so I know how profoundly different it is to do one versus the other,” she says. “No matter what age you are, if there’s work you feel called to, you should most definitely give it a try -- you may well experience a joy unlike any you’ve ever known.” Hechtman offers these tips for people considering an encore: • Do your homework. There’s nothing more disappointing them jumping in to something new only to become disillusioned and frustrated because you didn’t take the time to prepare. If your dream is to open a particular business, research the market. Is there a demand for what you hope to sell? Should you give it a trial run as an online business before investing in shop space and other overhead? Start by checking the resources at Score.org, a nonprofit supported by more than 12,000 volunteers dedicated to helping small businesses off the ground. For other encore pursuits, you might take classes or spend a few hours a week working as a volunteer to learn the ropes.
• Join a group of like-minded people. This is particularly helpful for aspiring artists who want to paint, play music, write a book or indulge some other creative talent. You can brush up on your skills and make valuable contacts by becoming a part of a community theater, joining a writers’ circle or finding a group of hobbyists. You may find your skills develop much more quickly with the support and guidance of collegial peers who are all helping one another achieve a dream.
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Sometimes it is a life event that serves as a turning point. For Hechtman, it was the death of her mother that prodded her to pursue her passion of becoming a mystery author. “I’d had the dream since I started reading Agatha Christie’s books in high school. But I’d put it off, worried that writing a mystery with all the clues was beyond me. It sounds like a cliché, but when my mother died, suddenly it hit me, it was now or never. I took a deep breath and plunged in.” A key thing to remember is that older doesn’t mean over. It is never too late to try something new or pursue that dream. As a side benefit, it makes life more exciting. You just have to be brave and take the leap. •••
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I am a Boomer Executive who wants to improve my interaction with some of our younger upcoming talented executives who are around 30 years old. I would like to learn the top three ways to interact with these executives. This includes such things as the best communications style, method and tim”
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T.J. Kanczuzewski
ANSWER:As a 33-year-old executive, I’ve had the
T.J. Kanczuzewski was a founding member of Inovateus Solar LLC and has been with the Inovateus companies since 2007. He currently oversees the company operations, engineering, construction and sales and has led the firm to success in national and overseas distribution and turn-key project services in the Photovoltaic industry.
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opportunity of interacting with boomer executives in both the corporate and small business settings. Here are the top three ways that I think boomers could interact with younger execs taking into consideration their communications style, method and time.
Lunch. Most 30-something execs do not remember a business world where cell phones, emails and text messages didn’t exist. While today’s technology can provide a more efficient workplace, it also takes away some of the personal touch of business. I believe that younger execs welcome the opportunity to “unplug” a little and get out of the office for lunch at “that new hotspot” in town to engage in a more personal conversation. And for some younger execs, I’d bet they’d also be up for an after work beer or drink.
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Quick Responses. Since the younger execs are very affluent in the newest technology, they are used to communicating with their peers in a very quick manner. I have realized that sometimes when I have sent emails to boomer execs, it may take longer to get a response than with younger folks. Understanding the mind-set of a fast moving younger generation could go a long way. Maybe responding quickly to emails could help interaction in terms of method and time. Even a short message like “T.J., I received your email and will be working on an answer for you shortly”. Or picking up a phone or stopping by the person’s office and saying “T.J., I just saw your email and hope to get back to it shortly”.
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Unscheduled check-ins. As most executives run very tight schedules planned weeks in advance, an unscheduled check-in could prove to create a further personal connection with a younger exec and help to improve communication. When a few open minutes present themselves, maybe stop by their office and say, “hello, I was just in your part of the building and thought I would check in to see how things are going”. This could probably also be a phone call or a quick check in to see how the week is progressing and if there is any help or assistance needed. Again, in today’s technology driven world, going the extra mile to generate some face-toface conversation may gain that extra respect and create a stronger connection.
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Roasted Veggie Pitas with Avocado Dressing Autumn harvest is the perfect time to experiment with some delicious new vegetable recipes. Try this one for a dinner that’s healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients:
• 1 medium yellow squash • 1 medium zucchini • 1 package of Bella mushrooms, diced • 1 onion, diced • 1 medium red pepper, diced • 1 medium green pepper, diced • Whole-wheat pitas • Shredded lettuce (optional) • Drizzle of olive oil • 1 tsp. of cumin • 2 ripe avocados • 1 c. sour cream
For the filling:
Mix all the vegetables together and toss with a drizzle of olive oil, salt, pepper and cumin. Roast on a pan for 10-15 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit or grill until tender and browned.
For the dressing:
Pit and peel avocados. Mash in a bowl and mix with 1 c. sour cream. (For a lighter version, greek yogurt may be substituted.) Warm pitas in the microwave and fill with vegetables. Top with avocado dressing and shredded lettuce.
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October & November
2013 Events
The following listing includes events around town. Always call ahead for updates.
OCTOBER EVENTS October 12
Goodwill Donation Drive & Fall Fashion Preview 8:00 am-2:00 pm
Goodwill Retail Store, Grape rd. Mishawaka Join Goodwill for a Donation Drive at their Grape Road Retail Store. The Goodwill Truck will be parked near Grape Road to accept donations of gently used clothing and household items. Drop off your donations and learn about the hottest fall trends with Fashion Expert: Kathy Friend. See an In-Store Fashion Show at 11:00 and workshops every half-hour from 12:00 to 2:00. Refreshments will be provided as a thank you for those who bring a donation. There will be free coffee and donuts in the morning and sandwiches or pizza with beverages in the afternoon, while supplies last. Donors will receive a Discount Shopping Coupon and children will enjoy a free stuffed animal.
October 16
Art Matters - Stories from SBMA 1:00 pm
South Bend Museum of Art Stories from SBMA, appropriately offers a unique look into our educational programs. We asked the question, “Why do you think art matters?” to program participants throughout the summer and received answers that were deeply personal and articulate. Several are displayed on the gallery walls, along with images depicting programming activities, past and present: mural painting, garden projects, school tours and hands-on activities, outreach programs, family days and more. Visitors are invited to add their answer to the question on a chalk-board wall.
Wine and Weeding Wednesday 5:00 pm-6:00 pm
Fernwood Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve This popular activity returns as we invite volunteers to join the horticulture staff in the gardens for an hour or so of light gardening, followed by time to enjoy good company and an excellent, local vintage. Hope you can join us! Wednesday Evenings, 5:00 pm. Call: 269695-6491
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October 17
Lincoln Highway: Centennial Reflections Exhibit 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Studebaker National Museum The Studebaker Museum is proud to announce the opening of the Lincoln Highway: Centennial Reflections exhibit. It will run through Oct. 26, 2013. This exhibit celebrates the 100th anniversary of the Lincoln Highway (19132013), presented in conjunction with the Lincoln Highway Association. In its glory days, the Lincoln Highway was a 3,389 mile stretch of road between New York and San Francisco. The price is $8.00 for adults, $6.50 for seniors over 60, $5.00 for youth ages 6-18, free for those 5 and under and members. Call: (574) 235-9714
October 18
Media Coverage of Civil Rights 10:00 am
Center for History Featuring articles that appeared in the South Bend Tribune, the exhibit chronicles civil rights in the South Bend community from the 1930s through the 1960s. Media Coverage of Civil Rights is presented in conjunction with The Africana World: A Historical and Cultural Mosaic, organized by the Notre Dame Center for Arts & Culture. Call: (574) 235-9664
Joan Spohrer, Watercolors 9:00 am-5:00 pm
The Foundry in Eddy Street Commons at Notre Dame For many years I used my creative energy as a graphic designer and photographer; then summoning my courage I bought paper, paints and brushes so I could develop my own creative style as a watercolor artist. To create my paintings I use photography , applying various filters to refine my image until it becomes a reference photo for a final painting. I challenge myself to bring out rich details, deep contrasts and saturated color. It is exciting and satisfying when I reach my goal for each painting.
Polish Style Dinner 5:00 pm-7:30 pm
M.R. Falcons Nest #4 All-you-can-eat Polish Style: Chicken, sausage, noodles, cabbage & potatoes. The price is $12.00 per person. Call: (574) 288-1090
Senior Co-Ed Volleyball 8:00 am
Battell Community Center Do you miss playing volleyball? Bring your sneakers and a small monetary donation to the Battell Community Center Gym on Monday, Wednesday and Friday! Please register in the office prior to class. Call: (574) 258-1664
October 20
Premium Outlets® Pink Event 10:00 am
Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets During the month of October, shoppers can visit the on-site Information Center at Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets to donate $10 to benefit Susan G. Komen® and then enjoy a rewarding day of shopping at the Premium Outlets® Pink Event. For each donation of $10 or more, shoppers will receive a special savings card filled with “25% off one single item” offers from Brooks Brothers, Calvin Klein, Movado and more. Call: (219) 879-6506
Celebration of Life Service
Mission Hills Memorial Gardens These services honor patients and families served by the organization, as well as community members who have died. These non-denominational programs are open to the public with a time of fellowship at a reception following the service.
October 24
Gala Dinner and ArtSlam! 6:00 pm
Palais Royale Internationally acclaimed architect and designer Michael Graves will be honored at ArtLights, the South Bend Museum of Art’s annual dinner. Artist Jim Borden and Friend of the Arts, Barbara Warner will also be honored at the event. The evening will include ArtSlam! This is a friendly competition among Five Fans of the SBMA: Kelly Bellinger, Keaton Bloom, Dave Matthews, Sara Miller and Thomas Gordon Smith. Each “Fan” has selected their favorite artwork from the Permanent Collection of the Museum and is creating a work of art in response to it, to be auctioned off at the event. All proceeds from the dinner and auction benefit community programming at the South Bend Museum of Art.
October 25
October 30
1:30 pm-4:30 pm
Salvation Army, Niles Regular physical activity that is performed on most days of the week reduces the risk of developing or dying from some of the leading causes of illness and death in the United States. This class will discuss the different elements of fitness and the various benefits that fitness has on an individual’s overall health. We will discuss practical ways to incorporate fitness into our day as well as forming an individualized fitness plan. The Margaret Beckley Upton Center for Health Enhancement will offer a free cholesterol screening and a series of free “Lunch and Learn” events designed with your health and well-being in mind.
Adult Ping Pong
Battell Community Center Need a little exercise? Don't be hasty, come on down to the Battell Community Center gym for ping pong. All skill levels welcome! Call: (574) 258-1664
Arsenic and Old Lace
8:00 pm Amish Acres Historic Farm & Heritage Resort This classic farce follows two charming and innocent elderly women who populate their cellar with the remains of socially and religiously “acceptable” roomers; the antics of their brother who thinks he is Teddy Roosevelt; and the activities of the other brother. Call: (574) 773-4188
Villiers String Quartet 7:30 pm
Goshen College Music Center At the forefront of innovation and creativity in chamber music, the UK-based Villiers Quartet has become known for their masterful interpretations of works by English composers such as Edward Elgar and Frederick Delius. They hit worldwide acclaim last year after launching the online New Works Competition, reaching a global audience that voted for three finalists, one of which was GC composition student, Henry Stewart. Henry’s piece “Threnody/Images” will be performed at Villier’s Goshen concert. Cost of tickets is $15 per person. Call: (574) 535-7566
October 26
Frightening 5K and Haunted Hilly Half Marathon 8:45 am-12:00 pm
Bonneyville Mill County Park, Bristol Boo Ha ha!!! Come join us for a super fun 5K and Half Marathon experience. Frightening 5K is an out and back course on paved country roads that includes a nice grade to make it a little more difficult. Haunted Half Marathon is a loop course that is challenging and includes plenty of rollers throughout. Not a runner? Monster Mile is a walk on a lovely, wide well groomed path through the woods...ahhh nature. Costumes encouraged! Benefits Elkhart County Down Syndrome Support Group.
October 29
25th Annual Regional Art Show 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Heartland Artists Gallery Heartlancd Artists Gallery in Plymouth will be presenting their 25th Annual Regional Art Show opening on October 1st and running thru November 1st. Over 150 artists have entered this contest and the best of the entries have been selected to appear in this show. Entries were received from Indiana, Michigan and Illinois. Call: (574) 936-9515
Fitness to the Core
Grand Opening - Pine Ridge, A Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Pine Ridge, A Rehabilitation and Nursing Center Serving our community and featuring: • Spacious rooms • Private baths • State-of-the-art rehabilitation gym for those recovering from orthopedic surgery • Cozy places to relax • Gorgeous wooded views and walking paths Now accepting deposits! Learn more at www.lakelandhealth.org/ pineridge or call the Admissions Coordinator at (269) 983-6501, ext. 4144.
NOVEMBER EVENTS November 1
Exercise for Arthritis 10:15 am
Battell Community Center Don't let arthritis get in your way! Join this lowimpact workout while still burning calories. No cost for class but donations appreciated. Please register in office on 2nd floor prior to class. Call: (574) 258-1664
ABBA Mania 7:30 pm
The Lerner Elkhart ABBA MANIA is now accepted as the world's number one touring ABBA production. Featuring a special concert presentation, which celebrates the music of ABBA in a respectful and enjoyable way, reviving special memories of when ABBA ruled the airwaves. ABBA MANIA brings ABBA fans old and new a night not to be missed. Tickets start at $20.
Fighting Irish embodies the spirit of the University of Notre Dame through its music. Through vintage photographs, instruments, uniforms and much more, the exhibit captures the rich tradition and dedication of the oldest college band in the land and makes it easy to understand why it’s also the best! Call: (574) 235-9664
Heartland: The Photographs of Terry Evans 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
Snite Museum of Art Notre Dame Artist Terry Evans is known for her photography of different landscapes, particularly those centered on the prairies, people, and artifacts of the Midwest. This traveling exhibition, Heartland: The Photographs of Terry Evans, is her first retrospective, and displays 66 photographs selected from her 30+-yearcareer. Evan’s images invite the viewer to explore a beautiful, intricate, and often overlooked landscape. Her work is engaging, empathetic, and evokes a sense of curiosity. Call: (574) 631-5466
November 4 Senior Shape Up 10:15 am-11:15 am
Battell Community Center Senior Shape Up is a low impact aerobics class. All exercises are done while sitting in a chair or standing near the chair. Please register in the office prior to class. No cost, but donations are appreciated. Call: (574) 258-1664
Euchre Group 6:00 pm
Battell Community Center Join this Euchre Group on Monday nights for a few hours of fun! All skill levels welcome! Small monetary donations appreciated. Please register in Battell Community Center office.
November 5
Line Dancing Group 9:30 am-10:30 am
Battell Community Center Come on down to the Battell Community Center's gym on Tuesday mornings at 9:30 am. All skill levels are welcomed! Please register in the main office prior to class. Small monetary donation is encouraged. Call: (574) 258-1664
November 3
The Band of the Fighting Irish 10:00 am
Center for History Whether marching during football game halftime or performing in concerts, the Band of the boom | OCTOBER & November 2013
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2013 Events
The following listing includes events around town. Always call ahead for updates.
November 6 Cooking Class
10:00 am-12:00 pm
Harris Branch Library Martha Eck, owner of the Book Nook Café, will present special cooking demonstrations at the Harris Branch Library. “Low-carb Cooking” will take place on Wednesday, November 6, from 10:00 a.m. to noon. Registration begins Monday, October 21 and ends Friday, November 1.
French Figure Studies from the Permanent Collection 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Snite Museum of Art Notre Dame The rise of humanism during the Renaissance led to an increased interest in the accurate depiction of the human figure. This focus exhibition presents a selection of académies— so-called because the French government gave a monopoly to teach figure drawing from the live model to the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture—that reflect pedagogical principles, changes in studio practice and technique, and a concomitant evolution in style from about 1600 to 1900. Call: (574) 631-5466
November 7
Knitting & Crocheting Group 6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Bittersweet Branch Library The bi-monthly Knitting & Crocheting Group will also meet on Tuesday, November 19, from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. All skill levels are welcome. Bring a project or come to learn. Instruction is available.
River Park Restaurant Fundraiser 11:00 am-10:00 pm
Hacienda Mexican Restaurant, Mishawaka The River Park Neighborhood Association will have having a Fundraiser at the Hacienda Restaurant within the 100 Center in Mishawaka. Come in and eat some of their great food and 20% of your bill will be donated back to our organization. The only thing you will need is the "Hacienda Gives Back Coupon." You will need to give this Coupon to your server. You can find the coupon on our website and Facebook page - River Park Neighbors. Call: 574-261-4265
November 8 Perfect Mendacity 8:00 pm
South Bend Civic Theatre In a story pulsing with today’s issues, a scientist suspected of leaking a top secret government memo faces a daunting choice: lie to save his 48
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career, or tell the truth and risk losing his family. Delving into the past and uncovering shocking truths creates a downward spiral leading to explosive revelations.
November 12
In The Mood - A 1940s Musical Revue 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm
Morris Performing Arts Center Celebrating its twentieth annual national tour, IN THE MOOD recreates the swing era with sizzling choreography, sassy costumes and over 40 unforgettable songs performed live on stage, like “Chattanooga Choo Choo,” “Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy (of Company B),” “In The Mood,” “Tuxedo Junction,” “Sing, Sing, Sing” and more. Call: 574-235-9190
November 13
Feature Film- War Horse 6:30 pm
Downtown Public Library A boy enlists to serve in World War I after his horse is sold to the cavalry. Enjoy this movie based on Michael Morpurgo’s novel War Horse in the Spencer Gallery at the downtown Mishawaka Library. Free tickets are required and will be available at Reference Services beginning Friday, November 1.
November 14 Yoga
12:15 pm
Fernwood Botanical Garden & Nature Preserve Join instructors Deirdre Guthrie, Greta Hurst, and Sarah Ashen, as they teach the fundamentals of the practice on Thursdays and Saturdays, through November 23. Classes will be held in the garden, weather permitting. Walk-ins welcome! The price is $10; members $8
National Cemeteries at Home and Abroad 7:00 pm
Downtown Library Take a tour of the final resting places of our American Military Heroes with MarciaWells during the American Heritage Roundtable in the Spencer Gallery at the downtown Mishawaka Library. From Gettysburg, Honolulu, and Dallas-Ft. Worth in the United States, to Italy, the Netherlands, England, and the British Isles overseas, Wells will take patrons on a tour of the beautiful grounds. The tour ends at Arlington National Cemetery with a moving account of the American Heroes who are laid to rest there. Wells is co-owner of the Goethals & Wells Funeral Home in Mishawaka. The Mishawaka American Heritage Roundtable is sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
Pumpkin Patches & Haunted Houses 2013 Elkhart County
Amish Acres Reservation Center Fall Festival, pumpkins
1600 West Market Street, Nappanee, IN 46550.
Phone: 800-800-4942,
Reservations: AmishAcres@AmishAcres.com Group, Lodging and Theatre
Kercher's Sunrise Orchards Farm Market 19498 CR 38 , Goshen, IN 46526
Phone: 574-533-6311 Email: maureen.kercher@gmail.com
Pumpkins, Pick-your-own apples, pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, child-sized haybale maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, cider mill (fresh apple cider made on the premises), prepicked produce, gift shop, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area and school tours.
St. Joe county
Leininger Farms Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch -
13504 Douglas Road, Mishawaka, IN 46545
Phone: 574-259-8960. Email: reservations@lfcornmaze.com
Pumpkin patch- already gathered from the field, corn maze, porta-potties, picnic area, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours.
Matthys Farm Market -
57754 Crumstown Highway, South Bend, IN 46619
Phone: 574-287-1935
Email: matthysfarmmkt@nutrenaretailer.com Pumpkins, pumpkin patch, hay rides, corn maze, petting zoo.
Cass County
Amazing Acres Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch -
18430 US highway 12, Edwardsburg, MI 49112.
Phone: 574-370-3403 Email: cornmaze@aol.com
pumpkin patch-pick in the field, pumpkin patchalready gathered from the field, corn maze, straw or hay bale maze, child-sized haybale maze, tractor-pulled hay rides, wagon rides, snacks and refreshment stand, restrooms, picnic area, face painting, farm animals, birthday parties, school tours.
Niles
Niles Haunted House Scream Park855 Mayflower Rd, Niles, MI 49120
Phone: (269) 445-9184
Featuring a haunted house for adults and a nearby fun house for the kids. They also have haunted hay rides, a "field of screams," food and many other spooky attractions.
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Save the Date Friday, January 24th, 2014 7:30am - 4:00pm
Grand Horizon Center, Elkhart
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“WOVEN is a vitamin for the soul and a day full of goodness for women of all ages in Michiana.” - Betsy Tavernier, President of The Family Magazines
Nationally-known keynote speakers and invigorating enrichment sessions on topics that are important to all Sassy gals: Work: Business, Finances, Career & Fulfillment Life: Health & Nutrition, Hobbies & Interests and Relationships Balance: Family, Faith, Volunteer Work and Lifestyle Sass: Fashion, Fitness, Dining and Travel
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Bike Michiana
BOOM Magazine promotes Michiana’s cultural offerings, personalities, attractions and local businesses, with a special emphasis on non-profit organizations’ events and activities. We expect this section of BOOM to grow significantly, and we’d like your help to get it rolling! Please send us some of your favorite photos from your organization’s or charity’s best events and fundraisers. They just may make the next issue of BOOM Magazine! We prefer snapshots of people that are full of life and enjoying the moment, so please send them our way: Info@MichianaFamilyMagazine.com.
The German Band Inc., a traditional German "oom pah" band, entertained riders at the Spicer Lake SAG stop.
A group of riders begin their ride from St. Patrick's Park.
Many riders take part in Bike Michiana for Hospice in memory or honor of a loved one. This particular rider rode in memory of his mother.
A sampling of some of the great food available at the SAG stops during Bike Michiana for Hospice.
One of many Spin Zone riders pulls into the Weko Beach SAG stop to get some much-needed refueling after riding all the way to the shores of Lake Michigan! 50
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1st Source Center - On October 19, 1979, groundbreaking took place for the 1st Source Center, located at 100 N. Michigan Street in downtown South Bend.
Center for History Opens New Exhibit about 1st Source Bank It was 150 years ago that the institution now known as 1st Source Bank was chartered in South Bend. Over the decades, the community grew and so did the bank. Your Partners from the First: 150 Years of a Hometown Bank, an exhibit on view through December 31 at the Center for History, celebrates that history, showcasing images that date to the 1860s as well as artifacts that include bank equipment originally used in the 1890s and official documents from the 1930s. Eye-catching artifacts in the exhibit include a 1890s Staats Tray, which was a countertop money changer that dispensed coins. Directors’ meeting minutes signed in 1931 by C. F. Cunningham, son-in-law of industrialist J.D. Oliver, can be found in a large, leather bound book. And a 1930s comptometer, one of the first commercially successful key-driven calculators, is also on view. First bank branch location.
Bank Exhibit Case.
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Prostate Cancer Clinic at Memorial Regional Cancer Center At Memorial Regional Cancer Center’s Prostate Cancer Clinic, our patients meet one-on-one with cancer care specialists to discuss treatment options, developing a comprehensive treatment plan for their prostate cancer. To help decide which treatment is best for you, the monthly Prostate Cancer Clinic brings patients and family members together with medical oncologists, urologists and radiation oncologists to discuss the different treatment options in one convenient visit. Our team of multispecialty, board-certified physicians will review your case and work together with you to coordinate a collaborative care plan. For additional information or to make an appointment at the Prostate Cancer Clinic, please speak to one of our Cancer Center Coordinators by calling 574-647-1100.
You are eligible if you are a male with: • Untreated, biopsy-proven, localized prostate cancer • Elevated PSA level measured within the last six months • Increasing PSA watched over several months What happens at the consultation? • Meet with clinicians and specialists in surgical urology, radiation oncology, medical oncology, nutrition and social work. • Comprehensive assessment, including examination, from each specialty. • One-on-one discussion about findings, treatment options and any questions. • Recommendations of potential treatment plans. • Access to cutting-edge clinical trials for prostate cancer. Patient Benefits: • Discuss all treatment options with specialists in one visit. • Team approach focusing on the whole person including nutrition, exercise and social work resources. • Board-certified physicians develop a comprehensive care plan together as a team.
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