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Moving up in the library world, Korpal took over as coordinator of branch services, managing nine different library branches. She then returned to IT and cataloging before taking over as the chief financial officer. Her wide variety of roles within the library system “prepared me for this job because I know what people need,” she stated. As CFO, one of her primary jobs is creating and administering the budget. She also watches deposits, approves expenses, monitors cash flow, invests library funds and works with the employee retirement fund. Korpal mentioned the month of January is “consumed with annual reports” for both the state and county. The months of July and August tend to be more focused on budget work given the money received from donations and property taxes twice a year. “It’s such an interesting job because the duties are so

varied,” she emphasized. She receives requests for proposals and then works with the money to see what can be done. “I consider my job is everyone else has what they need to do their job.” She works with branch managers, staff members and employees to ensure they have the tools they need in order to excel in their job. As the main library branch has been undergoing remodeling, Korpal has been working out of the temporary Keller Park ofﬁce. She admitted, even with less people in the building, there is still plenty to be done. After Korpal got her dream job at age 35, she wondered, “Now what?” Since then she has gone on to many more dream jobs she had never previously imagined. She was born and raised in St. Joseph County. Following her retirement, she and her husband are planning to ﬁnd a lake house to live in full time and do some more traveling.

Chautauqua Wawasee offers two events for June in Syracuse Chautauqua Wawasee, located on the shores of Lake Wawasee in Syracuse, will be offering two family friendly events in June. The seventh annual Wawasee Oakwood Fine Arts Festival will be held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 12, in the park of Oakwood Resort, also in Syracuse. This festival brings together 30 local and regional artists from around the northern Indiana area. The outdoor setting provides a family friendly environment. Food vendors are on-site for snacks and lunch with outside seating available. Also the Pier and Back Porch at Oakwood Resort offers a full menu with both indoor and out-

door lakefront dining overlooking beautiful Lake Wawasee. Children’s activities and a playground are available. Attendance is free. Stop by the Chautauqua Wawasee booth for a free gift. Chautauqua-Wawasee has invited Abraham Lincoln to speak at the Patriot’s Day celebration June 27. Lincoln re-enactor Danny Russel brings Lincoln’s wonderful humor, honesty, love of learning, mastery of language and empathy for his fellow man to life in a one-hour presentation on the lawn at Oakwood Resort. A native of Maine, Russel is a professional actor who has pursued advanced training at

Chicago’s Actors Studio. He is also a seven time grant recipient honored by the Indiana Arts Commission. Chautauqua-Wawasee invites you to start the Patriot’s Day celebration with Lincoln’s tour-de-fource at 4:30 p.m. Take a break for dinner then return to the lawn at 7:30 p.m. for the Patriotic Pops concert by the Wagon Wheel Symphony of the Lakes Orchestra. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Stop by the Chautauqua-Wawasee tent to receive a free patriotic gift. For more information call (574) 377-7543 or visit www. ChautauquaWawasee.org.

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CASA volunteer is a voice for a child %\ /2,6 720$6=(:6., )HDWXUH :ULWHU Success in life is measured, they say, by the effect one person has had on the life of a child. If that is the measure, then South Bend native Denise Rustman is truly a success. For the past 27 years, Rustman has been volunteering as a Court Appointed Special Advocate. This means that, when a child needs an advocate, she is there to be the child’s voice during legal proceedings and while that child is in the care of the state. “Denise speaks on behalf of the child,” said Julie Sellers, supervisor of volunteers for CASA of St. Joseph County. “She reports how the child is thriving.” Rustman began volunteering a year to the day after her ﬁrst husband died. She was looking for a new beginning to her life and she found it by advocating for children. While she was working at A.M. General, a career test indicated her strengths were in social services and safety, so CASA appealed to her. Her workplace also encouraged volunteerism. That allowed Rustman to continue to work full time and devote time to CASA. She retired from A.M. General in 2003. The process from that initial orientation 27 years ago to today has been quite a journey, she said. “For every case, you learn something new,” Rustman said. “I have not missed an adoption.” The cases Rustman handles are children who have suffered abuse or neglect. The court determines if these children can be placed with family members or within the foster care system. It depends on what is best for the protection and the

safety of the children, Sellers explained. “It’s an emotional journey,” Rustman said. “I wasn’t prepared for it.” CASA volunteers are given a file with information on the case and the child. Research may be required to find out more. CASA has the authority to interview anyone who may be familiar with the child to gain additional insight into the child’s needs and wants. “One of the first things I tell the child is ‘I am here for you,’ ” Rustman said. That builds trust. Sellers said focusing on the child is an important trait that Rustman has. “I love kids,” Rustman said. “They need to know you care about what they say and what’s important in their world.” Rustman is the mother to five children. She enjoys her 15 grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren. She was also a Sunday school teacher. Even though the cases she handles tug at her heartstrings, Rustman continues to take on some of the toughest cases. “Who else is going to do it?” she asked. Still, burnout is a consequence of the work. Rustman makes sure she walks away from it when a case is finished. During that time, she stays active in other things until she gets a call that her help is needed again. Volunteers are always needed, Sellers said. CASA requires volunteers to be over 21 years old. About 32 hours of training is required before they are assigned a case. Sellers or one of the other CASA staff members assist and oversee the cases. For more information, visit www.sjccasa.org, call (574) 2332272, or email casa@jjconline. org.

Make downsizing more profitable %\ &(&,/ 6&$*/,21( 0DWXUH /LIH )HDWXUHV You can brighten your view of leaving the family homestead and abandoning some of your stuff by thinking of the money you’ll make selling it. An estate sale of the extra household goods — beds, living room furniture, dinnerware, tools — can add to your newfound wealth and be invested. So can the proceeds from the sale of the second car. Not only should you be able to buy a new residence, but there should be plenty of extra cash to add to your retirement nest egg. A bit of foresight will smooth the bumps. First off, if you plan to move to another part of the city or country, visit the area and make yourself aware of the differences in weather, taxes, trafﬁc and life-

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Team exercise boosts health %\ &(&,/ 6&$*/,21( 0DWXUH /LIH )HDWXUHV Recent studies have revealed that team sports provide the best mental health beneﬁts from exercise. There are many such opportunities for seniors. They cover an array of physically demanding levels. Teams gather for slowpitch softball, bowling, curling, cycling, golf, swimming, walking, horseshoes, bocce, walking soccer

(yes, it’s a thing), skiing and hiking, to name a few. Between competitions, you can do squats and leg lifts to help maintain your strength, balance and flexibility so you’re ready to head out and have fun. Make sure you wear sturdy footwear and clothing that fits properly. And always check with your family doctor to make sure you’re fit to participate in the activity of your choice. Mature Life Features, copyright 2021

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That was the week that wasn’t “Doesn’t it feel like Sunday?” asked Mary Ellen a couple of weeks ago. “Yes, come to think of it, it does seem like ,1 $ a Sunday, 1876+(// even though %\ ',&. it’s Satur:2/)6,( day. Why do you ask?” “Dick, it’s just less confusing if we both feel like it’s the

same day, even though it’s the wrong day.” That night as we were watching TV, I asked Mary Ellen if it wasn’t time for 60 Minutes. “It’s Saturday, Dick. 60 Minutes is on tomorrow night.” “Oh, that’s right, it just feels like Sunday. Then why did Brett come for dinner tonight? He always comes over on Sunday night. That’s what’s confusing me.” “I know. I keep thinking we missed our Zoom church service this morning. But it’s tomorrow. That’s the last time

we feed our son on a Saturday.” “So, Mary Ellen, when should I do my laundry — when it IS Sunday or when it feels like Sunday?” “Consider this, Dick: If you do your laundry on a Saturday, it will feel like Sunday and then the next day you’ll think it’s Monday, and you’ll be out of sync the rest of the week.” I then asked Mary Ellen what our plans were for the next few days. “We have something fun on Monday at noon. We are going to have a picnic in the park with Bob and Cathy. Looks like it will be

Frankie and Annette hit the beach Imagine a world where nobody is inconvenienced by school, parents or illness. Where life involves no work %\ 5$1'$/ schedules, & +,// no church services, no money problems. Where nobody riots for civil rights, wreaks inner city destruction, protests an unjust war, embraces illegal drugs or murders prominent leaders. Welcome to the world of “clean teen” 1960s California beach party movies, whose key elements include eternal sunshine, skimpy swimwear, surfing scenes, nighttime bonfires, teen-oriented tunes and the promise of (gasp) sex. Actually, scratch that last one. While the assurance of lovemaking was indirectly alluded to in movie trailers and on theater posters, no such activity actually materialized on the screen. Leading the charge for these films was AIP — American International Pictures — who can take the credit — or the blame — for several innocuous but highly profitable releases from 1963 to 1965. Omnipresent in AIP’s stories were protagonists who were young, slim and beautiful. (And white, except for some musical guests.) Mostly missing in action were parents, although adults were often featured for comic relief. AIP had once focused on low budget, ‘50s juvenile delinquent

features such as “Hot Rod Gang” and “High School Hellcats.” Then, in 1959, Columbia Pictures’ beach-and-surf bash “Gidget” appeared. Its box office success inspired the two biggest guns at AIP, Samuel Arkoff and James Nicholson, to order their writers to work up a fun-in-the-sun script that omitted such annoyances as morality lessons and parental involvement. The result was “Beach Party.” In AIP’s 1963 release, former American Bandstand teen dreamboat Frankie Avalon was paired with voluptuous ex-Disney Mouseketeer Annette Funicello. It was an odd matchup of two attractive, dark-haired Italian-Americans, whereas the quintessential Golden State surf/beach devotee was actually a long-haired blonde of either sex. Dick Dale & the Deltones provided the music in “Beach Party,” with the surf-guitar wizard blasting a highly amplified instrument that was strangely unattached to any visible power source. Music was always an important feature. Later beach party flicks featured such diverse tune-makers as the Beach Boys, Little Stevie Wonder,

Nancy Sinatra, James Brown, Lesley Gore, the Righteous Brothers and Little Richard. Funicello later offered her take on the popularity of the beach party ﬁlms. “It showed everybody’s dream of what they would like their summer vacation to be, especially those kids who didn’t live near water. Their big dream was to come out to Malibu Beach and to surf and dance on the sand … It also showed that you could have fun without using vulgar language and without explicit sex scenes.” Avalon and Funicello remained co-stars together in the later AIP offerings of “Muscle Beach Party,” “Bikini Beach,” “Beach Blanket Bingo,” “How to Stuff a Wild Bikini,” and “Dr. Goldfoot and the Bikini Machine.” In 1987, 24 years after “Beach Party” appeared, Avalon, Funicello and Dale came together one last time in the nostalgic “Back to the Beach.” More a satire than another featherweight teen romp, it proved to be like many high school reunions: fascinating but with a slightly depressing edge conﬁrming that, no, you really can’t go home again.

beautiful weather.” We got to the park on time at noon that day, but Bob and Cathy hadn’t shown up so I called to see if they were on their way. “Bob, where are you? You’re never late. We’re here, waiting.” “Dick, today is Sunday. Our picnic is Monday. Although, for some reason it does feel like a Monday. I wonder why that is?” “Maybe you knew that Brett came to dinner at our house Saturday night instead of Sunday. But today IS Monday. So this happens to you guys, too?” “All the time. A couple of weekends ago, for example, we stayed up until 11:30 to watch Saturday Night Live because it felt like Saturday all day, but it was really Friday. Actually, it was Good Friday. That should have been a clue that it wasn’t Saturday.” The end of April, we are

planning to visit our friends the Murphys in Martinsville, but it’s about an hour’s drive, so I called to be sure we were all on the same page. “Jane, it’s Dick. We are supposed to visit you and have dinner in a couple weeks, correct?” “Yes, Wednesday the 28th. Why? Is that a bad night for you?” “Well, we always watch Chicago PD Wednesday nights at 10. Never miss it. If we record the show and come to your house that night, then we will have to watch it on Thursday night and then all day Friday we’ll think it’s Thursday.” John and Jane were very understanding. They changed the dinner date to the following Sunday so the days in the rest of the week would seem right. Sunday will now feel like Sunday … as long as the Murphys invite Brett for dinner, too.

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hone their skills on a variety of courses, compete against other players and learn more about golf courses in the area. “The joy of playing with other competitors is very satisfying and fulﬁlling,” Ismail said. “This gives you a good estimate of how good your game is and how much you have improved every year.” Those competitors are golfers of various abilities and that diversity matches their careers. Ismail said it’s a good mix of people who share things in common. Whether the member is a doctor, a pharmacist, an accountant, a scientist, statistician, engineer, retired or still working, the golf course and the game brings them together. “The MSGA is actually like a family that gets together once or twice a month to socialize,” Ismail said. “Our tournaments are not just golf outings as we meet and have lunch together. Then we go out and play. We interact a lot, exchange ideas and get to know each other better than a casual run in at a golf course.” Membership is open to golfers over the age of 50, who have amateur status and have a World Handicap System handicap. This is in addition to the love of the game and interest in playing competitive tournaments. “The game of golf is a continuing learning process,” Ismail said. “You cannot master the game or be perfect at it. So, every outing is a different learning experience. When you have many opportunities to see different places, you learn more and develop better at the game.” For more information, visit www.michianasrgolf.org. For membership and general information, call Bruce Fisher at (219) 363-7466.

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Packaging knowledge; is it good marketing or gimmicky words?

Whole Grain, No sugar added, Locally grown, Free Range — we are supposed to believe that words like this means that we are choosing the healthiest product for us, the animal and maybe the environment — but do we really know what these phrases mean and which ones are really

beneﬁcial to us, the animals and the environment? Let’s see how you do on the following questions: 1. Which sodium claim guarantees you the lowest amount per serving? a) “Low sodium b) “Lightly salted” c) “Less sodium” d) “Reduced sodium” 2. “No sugar added” is the same thing as “unsweetened.” a) True b) False 3. Which of the following products is most likely to be made with whole grains? a) Seven-grain bread b) Multigrain ﬁber crackers c) Whole wheat blend pasta d) Ancient grains cereal e) None of the above

4. To make sure mango juice is made only from mangoes, look for a bottle that speciﬁes “100% fruit juice.” a) True b) False 5. Food labeled “locally grown” means it was produced with: a) 15 miles b) 50 miles c) 400 miles d) None of the above Answers 1. A . Only “low sodium” guarantees a speciﬁc amount of the nutrient: 140 mg or less per serving. 2. False. A “no sugar added” claim means a food contains no sugars added during processing or packing — including things like concentrated fruit juice but

Middle seat not going away %\ &(&,/ 6&$*/,21( 0DWXUH /LIH )HDWXUHV With the easing of pandemic paranoia, revenue-hampered airlines have been madly reopening the middle seat so they can pack more paying passengers into their cabins. Anyone who has done any travel by air knows that is akin to sitting in a dentist’s chair for however long their flight is. Seating in the cramped containers that log millions of miles a day several miles up in the air has become a scramble through first class to last class in the pricing of everything from booking time to online or telephone contact to seating charts to boarding times to determine what’s included and not included in your fare. Adding furrow to the worried brows of airline executives is what looks like the permanent loss of a dependable portion of their passengers — business travelers. While business travelers have comprised less than 15% of planeloads, they have accounted for as much as 75% of the revenue on any particular flight. Lessons learned during the coronavirus indicate the business community has found that such standard operating procedures as corporate meetings, client visits, product support services and centralized command centers — all of which require regular travel — have been demolished by handy and inexpensive contact through cyberspace. Exacerbating the pain of plane travel is the news that makers are cramming even more seats into their planes to meet their airline customers’ demands. Fiveabreast seating is being replaced by six-abreast seats in the Boeing 737 and Airbus A320. The wide-body Boeing 777 is coming out with 10-abreast seating to replace its nine-abreast configuration. And first class, even if you can afford it, is disappearing. Experts

predict U.S. commercial airlines will no longer offer it by the end of the decade. Further obstructing one’s ability to ﬁnd comfort in the cabin are the fares slapdashed together by the airlines. The lowest fare available is what’s featured when ads tout travel to sunny beaches or iconic landmarks around the world. That will probably get you a middle seat. And you’re still going to have to pay for luggage and pick up a take-with-you lunch in the airport before boarding. Reserving your seat online or even in a phone chat with a reservations agent isn’t sureﬁre either because if that model air-

craft doesn’t fill up for that flight, it’s likely going to be replaced by a smaller plane. And there goes your selected seat. Some airlines don’t permit low-paying customers to pick their seats until check-in time, after the better-paying customers have selected theirs. Airlines that don’t assign seats charge a fee for early boarding so passengers can avoid the middle seats. Seasoned travelers have learned one thing: Be polite and patient with the gate agent because they play a major role in the final decision on what kind of seat you’re going to get.

same way. Made with organic: The product contains at least 70% organically produced ingredients. USDA organic seal means 100% organic products. Natural: There is no deﬁnition by the FDA. This is the most misleading term used. I would love to further explain how we are being duped by food marketers, but I’ll end by encouraging you to read the ingredient list where available (none needed on plant-based single vegetables and fruits) and be aware of what these buzzwords truly mean. Cat Wilson lives in South Bend and transitioned from a vegetarian diet to eating a plant-based diet over two years ago. She may be contacted at cwilson@thepapers.com.

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it still may have artiﬁcial sweeteners or sugar alcohols. 3. C. None of them guarantees any percentage, but according to the FDA, having ‘whole wheat’ in the title requires there to be at least some in the pasta (likewise in bread). 4. False. 100% fruit juice does not mean 100% mango — it means a blend of mango and other cheaper fruit juices. 5. D. The term “local” is not federally regulated, however, certain state farm programs have their own restrictions. Calorie free: Less than ﬁve calories per serving. Reduced/light/lite/lower: In the U.S. if there is no percentage stated, it means the food is reduced/light/lite/lower an equivalent amount as the top three brands that are labeled the

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It’s summertime and, while the living might be easy, it can be hard on your skin. Stretching out beside the pool, heading to the beach, donning shorts and tank tops, and cavorting with the kids out in the park all damage your skin and increase your chances of getting skin cancer — the most common form of cancer in this country. More than 2 million people, young and old, are treated every year for two types of skin cancer: basal cell carcinoma and squamous cell carcinoma. Fortunately, these cancers are rarely life-threatening. Melanoma, a more serious form of skin cancer, is diagnosed in more than 68,000 people a year. An additional 48,000 people are diagnosed with an early form of melanoma that involves only the top layer of their skin. Overexposure to the sun at any time of year wrinkles your skin and makes it less elastic. What a lot of people are unaware of is that the sun’s ultraviolet rays still are damaging on cloudy days. The best way to protect your skin and prevent cancer is to limit your time in the sun. You

can also take these measures: • When outdoors, head for shady spots out of direct sunlight. Look for those same spots on cloudy, overcast days. • Use sunscreen. A neighbor long ago learned that her dermatologist dabbed on sunscreen every morning to protect her skin from sun damage. The higher the SPF number on the label, the better. • Wear sunglasses (the kind that wrap around the side of your head) to protect your eyes from sun damage. • While skimpy clothing may be comfortable and appear attractive, it exposes your skin to sunlight. It’s better to wear long sleeves and slacks, and a hat or cap with a brim. • You might notice that folks in some countries carry an umbrella to shield them from the sun. It’s called a parasol, which can be translated literally in some tongues as “for the sun.” • Sunbathing is out, even under tanning beds in salons, because they damage the skin with ultraviolet rays the same way the sun does. Contrary to how we view a buff and bronze body, there’s no such thing as a healthy suntan. • If you spot a strange freckle or spot appearing anywhere on your skin, visit your family doctor immediately. Mature Life Features, copyright 2021

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Don’t leave estate problems for your family %\ 0(* 0 /2,7= - ' 9LFH 3UHVLGHQW DQG 7UXVW 2IÀFHU :HDOWK 0DQDJHPHQW &HQWHU Making advance arrangements for the assets you leave to loved ones can avoid unintended frustration for your family. Careful planning can avoid missing or outdated documents, or a funding omission that prevents a trust from working as intended. Document Gaps Missing or outdated documents may result in your

assets not being distributed as intended. Will A will is the foundation of an estate plan. Yet, some individuals never get around to writing a will or they create one, but let it become outdated. For example, not making changes after a marriage, divorce or birth of a child. The will may name an executor, who either refuses to serve or is unable to do the job well. Asset Titles The way assets are titled is important. For example, life

‘Indian Reservation’ Continued from page 12 say explained, “(‘Indian Reservation’) was going to be a (solo) Mark Lindsay single … It was my choice to put it out under the name Raiders.” The tune’s full title was “Indian Reservation (The Lament of the Cherokee Reservation Indian).” Songwriter John D. Loudermilk had composed it in 1959 as “The Pale Faced Indian” when he blended historical truth and pop culture myth in a story that mourned the degradation of Native Americans by

the white man: “They took the whole Cherokee nation/Put us on this reservation “Took away our ways of life/The tomahawk and the bow and knife.” Footnote: The Cherokees never actually went to a reservation. Once residents of a region that spanned ﬁve Southeastern states, they were taken to Indian Territory (much of it in the future state of Oklahoma) in the forced relocation that became infamous as the Trail of Tears.

insurance proceeds become part of the policy owner’s estate if there is not a beneficiary designation. Bank accounts held as joint owners become the property of the surviving joint owner, not the beneficiary named in your will. Beneficiary Designations When family situations change, many individuals don’t update the beneficiary designations they’ve made for their insurance or retirement assets. Simply reviewing and revising beneficiary choices periodically can prevent unintended beneficiaries. Follow-Up Once you have a plan in

place, it’s important to follow through on it. As part of the planning, you may decide to create a trust. Securing the advantages of the trust requires the transfer of assets to the trust. Unfortunately, individuals sometimes create a trust, but fail to take the ﬁnal funding step. Your ﬁnancial and family situations may change, so too should your estate plan. Be sure to periodically review your plan to make sure it still meets your needs. Loitz may be reached at Teacher’s Credit Union at (574) 245-4735, ext. 5153. Disclosure: This informa-

tion is not designed, meant, nor does it constitute the rendering of legal or tax advice. You should consult with your attorney and/or tax advisor before implementing any strategy discussed here. Trust services provided by MEMBERS Trust Company are not federally insured, are not obligations of or guaranteed by the credit union or any afﬁliated entity, involve investment risks, including the possible loss of principle. MEMBERS Trust Company is a federal thrift regulated by the Ofﬁce of the Comptroller of the Currency.

Investment clubs can be fun %\ &(&,/ 6&$*/,21( 0DWXUH /LIH )HDWXUHV It’s a truism that no one invests their money to lose it. But investment clubs can not only be proﬁtable, but also socially supportive for seniors who feel they have a few dollars to play with. This doesn’t mean they should gamble away their funds. It means they can gather in social groups and

devote time to learning more about and earning more from the stock market. These groups can be highly organized units in which members pool their funds, vote on where to invest it, make regular monthly contributions, research investment possibilities and even ﬁle club returns. Or they can be more relaxed monthly gather-

ings where individuals who trust each other compare notes on how the investments they’ve listed for club monitoring have performed in the previous month and discuss possible new opportunities for making money. The latter is less stressful and probably less profitable. But it can be socially beneficial along with small financial returns. Mature Life Features, copyright 2021

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Meg M. Loitz, JD Vice President & Trust Officer A health care power of attorney allows another to make medical decisions if you’re unable. A durable power of attorney names another to act for you in financial matters if you’re unable. To accomplish your goals you may need to use additional documents. Some may need a trust to protect young children or to control the distribution of assets.

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and a 1978 Pittsburgh Steelers Super Bowl XIII Champion. He inspired all with his story of overcoming many obstacles through his life that led him to his success. He also shared the importance of giving back to the community and how it can make a real difference in the lives of so many. The following awards were given by Bleier, REAL Services President and CEO Becky Zaseck and board chairman Ryan Brennan: Business of the Year: Heart at Home, LLC. is a home health agency that strives to provide compassionate and consistent caregivers in the homes of elderly neighbors. Heart at Home, LLC. displays its excellence by the employees it hires and maintains. Professional of the Year: Daniel Anton works for an affordable apartment community for lowincome persons 62 years and up

and persons 18 and over with mobility impairments. He focuses on all aspects of each resident’s well-being and creates a sense of community and belonging to all residents. Wyatt Mick Volunteer of the Year: Connie Wendt brings joy to others through music and her willingness to share her time with many important causes, all without seeking recognition. She understands music brings people together and helps people grow and heal. She accentuates the good in people, programs and the community as a whole. Agency/Program Serving Low Income: Compassionate Health Center of Fulton County offers free, high quality care to those who are underserved and uninsured with chronic conditions throughout the community. They provide accessible, competent and Continued on page 15

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museum collections of working railroad signals. It also has a restored World War II Pullman Troop Car and visitors are welcome to stand next to and touch the C&O 2789 steam locomotive, which is the cornerstone of the museum. Stroll around the grounds to see all types of rolling stock, engines and memorabilia of a bygone era. Guest engineers can operate a diesel locomotive with supervision at HVRM. Anyone over the age of 18, who has a valid driver’s license, can be an engineer for 30 minutes or one hour, for a nominal fee. Contact the museum for scheduling. HVRM has an exciting schedule of events planned for this season. Regular Saturday train

rides continue through the end of September. Hopefully, HVRM will be able to do pumpkin trains, Halloween trains and Santa trains later this year. Prices for these special events may vary. HVRM is an all-volunteer, not-for-proﬁt organization dedicated to the preservation and education of railroading history. Special group events, including school groups, can be arranged during the week by contacting the depot. Visit the Hoosier Valley Railroad Museum website, www. hoosiervalley.org, for a complete schedule of events. Order tickets online or call the depot at (574) 896-3950 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday central time.

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REAL Continued from page 14 compassionate health care to all those who need it the most. Change Agent of the Year: Jim Baxter leads a network of more than 125 partner organizations and 340 individual members to address key issues and improve overall community health and well-being. He was quick to jump in to keep the community health at the forefront of his efforts throughout the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Caregiver of the Year: Frank Thomas has been a caregiver to his mother-in-law for the past ﬁve years and supports her 24 hours, 7 days a week. He provides this care with love and understanding every day. He uses creative outlets such as music to keep her engaged and keeps her quality of life at the center of his mind. Sargent Shriver Lifetime Achievement: Kathy Schneider has dedicated her entire life to service. She started an agency that serves marginalized women and children and meets the needs of thousands of people who come through the doors of St. Margaret’s House daily. She is a community leader and advocate for all she serves. Les Fox Hoosier Lifetime Award: Sharon Carnes provides many hours of her time to the Marshall County Neighborhood Center food pantry. She ensures everyone has their nutritional needs met and has built strong relationships with all who visit the pantry. She always chooses to encourage others and lift them up. Community Leader of the Year: Dr. Mark Fox is a tireless community leader, who led the charge to keep St. Joseph County healthy throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of his leadership, St. Joseph County residents were able to stay healthy and safe during unprecedented times. Zaseck said, “It’s such an honor to celebrate the exemplary and inspiring work of the nominees. We are grateful and humbled by their dedication to creating strong communities.”

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Wezeman’s faithful service extends to Africa %\ 1,&+2/(77( &$5/621 6WDII :ULWHU Phyllis Wezeman’s faith has led her to hold a wide variety of roles throughout her life, including founding the nonproﬁt group Malawi Matters Inc. This group develops and directs education programs such as “Creative Methods of HIV and AIDS Education,” “Equipping Women/ Empowering Girls” and “Culture and HIV/AIDS.” She and her group work to coordinate thousands of volunteers in 200 villages and 1,500 schools in Malawi, Africa, to offer these programs. So far Wezeman has made 23 trips to Malawi and struck up a special friendship with Cecilia Tamanda Kadzamira, who served as the ofﬁcial government hostess of Malawi from 1966 to 1994. As the friendship with Kadzamira grew, Wezeman realized she

wanted to share the values of this woman’s life in a children’s book. The newly printed book is called, “Mama of the Nation: The Story of Cecilia Tamanda Kadzamira.” Wezeman remarked, “July 21, 2006, the last day of my second trip to Malawi was the first day of a lifelong friendship with Cecilia Tamanda Kadzamira, the aunt of a member of my church in South Bend, Indiana. Now, 23 trips later, spending time with Mama is a highlight of each visit. As president of the not-for-profit Malawi Matters, I’ve benefited from Mama’s insights that enhance our mission. As an author/ educator, I dreamed of sharing a story of the values that shape Mama’s life. On March 14, 2012, I told her my idea for a children’s book and she replied, ‘You can do it.’ Thus, ‘Mama of the Nation’ grew from vision to reality.” Highly active in her faith,

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Will millennials be following in the ‘funeral footsteps?’ Millennials are the large group of young adults, born in the years between 1981 to 1997. But will their funerals look the same as those today? Bradley Matuszak, who was born in 1997, stated, “I would like a traditional service meaning being embalmed, viewed and then buried in the ground. I would also like it to be very meaningful with my friends and relatives.” His ideas are very similar to those services of today. Many people pay for their funerals throughout their lives so it is not a burden on their family when they pass. When I spoke to Sarah Lewis, a woman in her mid-30s, she exclaimed that she hasn’t even thought about putting money away or even begun to think about the planning process for her funeral. “I really wasn’t aware that planning ahead was a thing. I deﬁnitely think it would be easier to plan now than have to put that on my family later

on,” said Lewis. Many are not aware that this is an option. Matuszak has been working in the funeral business for a few years. He is very familiar with the process that takes place when the funeral needs of a family are taking place. I think the best way to pay for a funeral is by “preneeding.” You could save a lot of money and also save the burden on your kids. These times are already difﬁcult; it is much easier for a loved one to have everything pre-planned for a family. There is a vast difference of what someone will want their funeral services to be as time goes on. Some have thought it through, whereas some have not thought of it at all. No matter what is decided, know that you or your family member will always be remembered. St. Joseph Funeral Home may be reached at (574) 2884685 or visit www.sjfh.net.

Wezeman’s Continued from page 16 honored by receiving the 2021 SUSTAIN Lifetime Achievement Award from the Association of Presbyterian Church Educators. Her faith and service have also led Wezeman to be awarded as the recipient of the Aggiornamento Award from the Catholic Library Association as well as the recipient of three Distinguished Alumni awards. She has also spent time as the executive director of the Parish Resource Center of Michiana and as a program coordinator for ecumenical and interfaith organizations throughout Indiana and Michigan. She has been a board member or consultant for multiple groups, including the American Bible Society, Church World Service and Peace Child Foundation. She also acted as the project director for four Lilly Worship Renewal grants. Wezeman’s faith has continually led her into the ﬁeld of education. She is a member of the adjunct faculty in the education department at Indiana University South Bend and in the department of theology at Notre Dame. She taught methods courses and is an honorary professor at St. Petersburg (Russia) State University of Pedagogical Art. She was also invited to be a guest lecturer at the Shang-

hai Teachers College in China. She also led a six-week youth exchange program to Russia and Ukraine. Combining her faith with her love of education and writing, Wezeman has authored or coauthored more than 2,000 books and articles. Topics include children’s books addressing homelessness and hunger.

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Car show event at the Studebaker National Museum in South Bend This year’s Cars and Coffee will be held in June, August, September and October on the ﬁrst Saturday of the month. This is a rain or shine event. This event is free and open to the public and includes free admission to both the Studebaker National Museum and

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Continued from page 16 now, especially as you get ready to travel, but there’s another beneﬁt to using the resources of respite care. For seniors who are considering senior living, respite care can be a good way to sample life in an adult community. Seniors can get to know the people who work in the community and, equally important, the people who live there. You may even make a few long-lasting friendships during your stay. For more information about a relaxing respite stay for independent living or assisted living, contact the St. Paul’s sales ofﬁce at (574) 284-9000.

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Museums offers free admission to military personnel and families The History Museum and the Studebaker National Museum are joining with museums in all 50 states, plus the District of Columbia, to offer free admission to all active U.S. military personnel and their families through Labor Day, Sept. 6, as part of the Blue Star Museums program. A military ID is required. Admission to the museums includes visits to all exhibits, as well as guided tours of the Oliver Mansion. The museums, which are adjoining, are open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday, and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. Daily tours of the Oliver Mansion are offered.

The History Museum is the site of the Oliver Mansion, a 38-room historic house that was once home to the J.D. Oliver family. All furnishings are original to the home, providing a wonderful glimpse of how the family lived. Two acres of lush gardens surround the Oliver Mansion. In The History Museum’s galleries, discover compelling stories of history, from the pre-historic era to present-day cities. The story of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, immortalized in the ﬁlm “A League of Their Own,” is told at The History Museum, the national repository for the league.

The Studebaker National Museum’s collection dates to the late 1880s when Clement Studebaker purchased the Lafayette and Lincoln carriages. The Studebaker Corporation’s collection grew to 37 vehicles when automobile production ended in March 1966. Later that year, The Studebaker Corporation’s collection and company archives were given to South Bend. The collection had several different homes during the next 40 years, including the former Studebaker Administration Building, South Bend’s Century Center and the former Freeman-Spicer Studebaker dealership. In 2005, The Stude-

baker National Museum opened its new, state-of-the-art facility in South Bend’s West Washington Street Historic District. Today, The Studebaker National Museum’s Collection boasts over 120 vehicles, with approximately 70 on display at one time. Manufacturing Victory, opening June 19, is a special campuswide exhibit being presented by both museums. The region’s manufacturers have repeatedly answered America’s call to service during times of military conﬂict, making vehicles, armaments, protective equipment and other products. This exhibit highlights the ingenuity of genera-

tions of workers and business leaders in the community. They equipped the military, even during the extreme challenges of wartime production, from the 1850s to present day. Blue Star Museums is a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense and museums across the country. For information, call The History Museum at (574) 235-9664 or the Studebaker National Museum at (574) 235-9714, visit www.historymuseumSB. org or www.studebakermuseum.org.

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tance. They simply love those treats. A bag of snack pellets costs $3. Be prepared to get your entire hand wet because bison have really long, wet tongues. In memory of getting a wet hand, pick up a T-shirt in the gift shop with the slogan: “I was slimed at Cook’s Bison Ranch.” According to Peter Cook, owner of the ranch, this past winter’s cold and record snow didn’t faze the herd in the least. “They stay out all the time and they really like to play in the snow. In fact, they couldn’t come in if they wanted to because our barn is our restaurant. That’s where you can pick up some buffalo jerky and enjoy healthy bison steaks or burgers.” “Grazing provides 80% of the buffalo’s diet and we supplement that with grain and silage with vitamins mixed in. We also put out clover and

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Dawn Ahrndt from Waterloo and company travelled to the U.S. Virgin Islands to take part in an amazing 80th birthday adventure. One of her excursions was aboard this 54’ Monohull Sailing Yacht, courtesy of Blue Dream charters. “There are special discoveries waiting in every view and underwater at every stop,” she detailed. Pictured in the photo are, from left, Steve Andres, Dawn Ahrndt, Captain Tommy Shiffriller and Ron Ahrndt. The U.S. Virgin Islands are located in the Caribbean, just east of Puerto Rico. Around 50 islands make up the archipelago. The three main islands are Saint Croix, Saint John and Saint Thomas. The island group is known for its white sand beaches, coral gardens and sugar plantations. Saint Croix is the largest of the islands. Once here one will find the historic town of Christiansted, with its pink and gold Neoclassical buildings. Historic plantations and Christopher Columbus remembrances are also prevalent on the island. On St. Thomas, visitors will encounter the capitol of Charlotte Amalie, a major cruise ship port, filled with shops, restaurants, entertainment and major hotel resorts. One can climb the 99 steps to Blackbeard’s Castle, a watchtower lookout post for the infamous pirate back in the 18th century. St. John island boasts the Virgin Islands National Park. The park inhabits two-thirds of the island and is one of the top places to visit on a traveler’s itinerary. Plenty to ,I \RX DUH WDNLQJ D YDFDWLRQ DQG SODQ WR WUDYHO WDNH DORQJ 6HQLRU /LIH DQG WDNH D SLFWXUH explore, the national park features hiking, RI D IULHQG RU \RXUVHOI UHDGLQJ 6HQLRU /LIH 7KH SKRWR PD\ EH WDNHQ DQ\ZKHUH LQ WKH 8QLWHG petroglyphs and ruins of sugar mills. An un6WDWHV RU DEURDG EXW QHHGV WR EH LQ IURQW RI DQ LGHQWLÀDEOH ODQGPDUN derwater snorkeling trail harboring signposts reveals key features of the coral reef below. 6HQG WKH SKRWR DORQJ ZLWK \RXU QDPH DGGUHVV WHOHSKRQH QXPEHU DQG SKRWR LGHQWLÀFDWLRQ WR There are many places to explore and 6HQLRU /LIH 3 2 %R[ 0LOIRUG ,1 fun activities on the islands. Gaze out at the 6HQLRU /LIH ZLOO SD\ \RX IRU WKH SLFWXUH LI LW·V SXEOLVKHG :LQQLQJ SKRWRV ZLOO EH SXE turquoise waters and lush mountains and OLVKHG PRQWKO\ 5HPHPEHU WR LGHQWLI\ \RXU SKRWR LQFOXGH QDPHV RI SHRSOH LQ SKRWR IURP discover a tropical holiday. Thanks Dawn OHIW WR ULJKW GDWH WDNHQ DQG VSHFLÀF ORFDWLRQ IRU RXU SXEOLVKLQJ SXUSRVHV SOXV DQ\ LQWHUHVWLQJ for telling Senior Life about your trip. Best LQIRUPDWLRQ DERXW WKH ORFDWLRQ wishes and many more adventures ahead!

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on 87 acres. Now they raise 2,000 buffalo on 2,200 acres. Naturally lean buffalo meat provides more protein and nutrients with fewer calories, less cholesterol and less fat. Of course you can purchase some of that healthy buffalo meat to take home to enjoy later on.

Saturday June 13 is opening day and wagon rides will be available (Saturdays only) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Rides depart every hour with the last one at 3 p.m. Adult fee is $8, children (3-12) is $6 and kids two and under are free. Reservations are recommended. Monday through Friday visits are by

appointment only. Wolcottville is located on SR 9, north of US 24 in Noble County and Cook’s Bison Ranch is at 5645 CR 600 S. For more information, check out www.cooksbisonranch.com or call (866) 382-2356. Have a great day where the buffalo/bison roam.

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Asheville, N.C. • A full-day visit to the Biltmore Estate. • A guided drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway. • Visit to the Fold Ark Center and Blue Ridge Parkway

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St. Joseph County signs long-term agreement with proven provider St. Joseph County recently signed a long-term agreement with St. Joe County Recycling to provide a subsidized leaf program for county residents. Residents are now able to purchase a very low-cost subscription for a very high quality program from the county’s leaf vendor. We spoke with St. Joe County Recycling. Q. How many years have you been providing high volume leaf collection programs? A. SJCR’s management team has over 100 years combined municipal leaf collection experience since 1985. Q. How many addresses/ contracts/subscribers have you served in that time? A. Over 300,000 clients/sites. Q. How many cubic yards

of leaves have you collected in that time? A. Over 3,000,000 cubic yards. Q. What would 3,000,000 cubic yards of leaves look like? A. It would fill Notre Dame Stadium over 20 times with leaves. Q. How many crews/leaf vacs can you staff with your current fleet? A. SJCR has one of the largest fleets dedicated to leaf collection in the nation. Capacity has never been an issue. The primary issue has always been how much of the county budget can be prioritized for leaf collection to prevent choking leaf smoke from October through December. With the permanent burn ban, residents require an affordable alternative to comply with the

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