Angelo's Sicilian Cart
1515 E 82nd Avenue in Merrillville (219) 769-2469
Court Restaurant
Live music Thursday through Saturday, 9 pm - 1am
69 Franklin Street in Valparaiso (219) 462-2141
Front Porch Music
Open stage or concerts Thursday, Friday and Saturday, 8 pm - 10:30 pm
505 Lincolnway in Valparaiso (219) 464-4700
Lower level converted into a 72 seat coffee house for performances
Fuzzy Duck Inn
DJ or live music Friday through Sunday
4 West U.S. Highway 6 in Valparaiso (219) 462-9381
Goodfellas
Live music Fridays and Saturdays, 10 pm-2 am
104 Calumet in Valparaiso (219) 464-0801
HOTorNOT
Live blues and jazz most Fridays and Saturdays 8:30 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. Cajun, Creole and American cuisine, dinner/theater packages available.
2782 Willowdale Road in Portage (219) 762-1984.
Indiana Symphony Orchestra
Music you love and world class artists come to Northwest Indiana through this enhanced concert experience. For tickets or information, contact the symphony office at (219) 836-0525.
Savoy Supper Club
Karaoke Friday and Saturday nights, 9 pm - 1 am
2542 Portage Mall (219) 762-4114
Spirros Lounge
Hammond Indiana's Country and Western Lounge
Karaoke every Thursday; Live entertainment every Wednesday, Friday & Saturday
Calumet Avenue, Hammond, IN
Phone (219) 932-3255
Star Plaza
Radisson Hotel
I-65 & U.S. 30 in Merrillville
fine and casual dining in six different restaurants and lounges
tropical atrium which often hosts small live bands
unique atmosphere (219) 769-2582
Monday, November 23, 2009
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Punk Rock Showcase
Punk Rock Showcase
Saturday, Nov 21 9:00p to Sunday, Nov 22 2:00a
at Anchor Inn, South Bend, IN
Punk Rock Showcase feat. the bands
The Safes (Chicago), The Western Canon (Chicago), Taft (Kalamazoo) and Built for Leisure (South Bend).
Saturday, Nov 21 9:00p to Sunday, Nov 22 2:00a
at Anchor Inn, South Bend, IN
Punk Rock Showcase feat. the bands
The Safes (Chicago), The Western Canon (Chicago), Taft (Kalamazoo) and Built for Leisure (South Bend).
Open Mic Night
Open Mic Night hosted by William Saint William
Wednesday, Nov 18 9:00p to Thursday, Nov 19 1:30a
at Anchor Inn, South Bend, IN
Open Mic Night, hosted by Bill Finn. Open to all genres of music, comedians and poets. Free admission. All equipment provided.
Wednesday, Nov 18 9:00p to Thursday, Nov 19 1:30a
at Anchor Inn, South Bend, IN
Open Mic Night, hosted by Bill Finn. Open to all genres of music, comedians and poets. Free admission. All equipment provided.
A History of Intolerance: Programs Related to the Anne Frank Exhibit
A History of Intolerance: Programs Related to the Anne Frank Exhibit
Today, Sunday, Nov 15 11:00a to 4:00p
at Lubeznik Center for the Arts, Michigan City, IN
The Lubeznik Center for the Arts presents A History of Intolerance, a series of programs presented in conjunction with the exhibit Anne Frank: A Private Photo Album, featured at the Lubeznik Center from October 17th to November 17th.
Chronicle of Bigotry is a unique presentation and panel discussion that will feature a historic account of the Ku Klux Klan’s activities in LaPorte County, given by author Arnold Bass
Today, Sunday, Nov 15 11:00a to 4:00p
at Lubeznik Center for the Arts, Michigan City, IN
The Lubeznik Center for the Arts presents A History of Intolerance, a series of programs presented in conjunction with the exhibit Anne Frank: A Private Photo Album, featured at the Lubeznik Center from October 17th to November 17th.
Chronicle of Bigotry is a unique presentation and panel discussion that will feature a historic account of the Ku Klux Klan’s activities in LaPorte County, given by author Arnold Bass
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Tuesday, May 12, 2009
2009 Off-Road Truck & Tractor Nationals May 29, 2009 — May 31, 2009
"Hear the Rumble.... Feel the Power.... The Monsters are Coming!" The RPM Fest 2009 Off-Road Truck & Tractor Nationals will feature some of the biggest and baddest off-road vehicles in the world. But this awesome annual event is about more than just trucks and tractors.
Times
Fri 10am-10:30pm
Sat 9am-10:30pm
Sun 10am-10:30pm
Location
LaPorte County Fairgrounds
2581 W St Rd 2, LaPorte, IN
Admission
Adults $12.75/day or $33.75/3 day-pass
Children ages 6-12 $3.75/day or $9.00/3 day pass
Children 5 and under are free
Sponsor Organization
LaPorte County Fair
LPCCVB & Promoters Sponsors
Contact Name: John Masterson
Contact Phone: 847-305-4211
Contact Email: info@rpmfest.com
www.rpmfest.com
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Story about Betty Mesterman
Betty contacted me online, pretending to be a single lady looking for romance. We began to exchange e-mails. She even wrote the following poem, Titled
"Trust"
Like a flower in a desert, trust may be hard to keep alive,
But like anything worthwhile, it is something for which you should strive.
Relationships are also fragile, and can easily be broken,
Feelings bottled up inside would be better off if spoken.
The truth can often hurt, and we must learn to cope,
For only with complete honesty can there be any hope.
Relationships must be built; they must be nurtured and grown,
Your care and your commitment must constantly be shown.
Truth should be the stone on which all things are cast.
If built upon this foundation, they'll more likely last.
Think upon this deeply, as you read this adage,
For every person trustworthy, five more would take advantage.
If you feel that you must lie, in order to save face,
Consider the consequences and whom you may disgrace.
If you feel honesty and loyalty, is a bunch of bunk,
Then just give up, and become a monk.
To be honest with another, you must be honest with yourself,
This cannot be bought, no matter what your wealth.
For truth and integrity can be the sharpest sword,
Feeling good about yourself, can be it's own reward.
So strive to be honest in all ways, is the best advice I can give;
To be able to trust yourself and others, is the only way to live
I started to believe her story, it almost seemed real, but deep within I knew that Betty had a different agenda. To make the long story short, Betty turned out to be just another scam, that was after my money. I received a cashier's check from some one in N.Y. pay to the order of my name, than some new e-mails came from Betty, not so friendly this time, here are some samples:
Hello Dear
How are you today?i hope you got my message yesterday,and i wanna inform you that i got a message from UPS and i was told that the Package will be delivered to you Today, all you need do now is to take the Check to your bank and you will require an instant cash,as soon as you get the cash,send it via western union to the information,i will write my information below.I hope you can do this today so that i can be on the next flight home tomorrow .You are to split the money into 2 and you are to wire it to my information via 2 different western union location and you are to get back to me with 2 western union information... am patiently waiting for your swift and happy response.The Check was re-directed to you by a UPS administrator inside US so tell them at bank that it's your personal Pay Check...Here is my information below
NAME..............Betty Masterman
CITY.................IKEJA
STATE.............LAGOS
COUNTRY........NIGERIA
ZIP CODE.........23401
Hey whats going on with my Money ? Please get back to me soon...
Please go and get it cashed . i assure you that its Good Check..
Take it to another bank and use it to open account there .. Ok
Go to any local cashing store closer to you and get it cashed, tell them to deduct any Charges in the money when they cash it and wire the remaining money to me down here ....
At this time it was obvious, I was being scammed
To all you single guys out-there beware of a scam like Betty, no-matter how touching their story is. Before you decide to deposit such a check in your bank, call the issuing bank first and verify the check. Last time I checked these type of scams accounted for over $100 million
being taken from US Bank accounts. I just can't understand why someone would fall for something like this.
Here are some links you can check-out, if your in doubt:
www.scam.com
www.scambusters.org
www.consumerfraudreporting.org
www.ripoffreport.com
www.419eater.com
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Decline in Newspaper Readership
Newspaper readership has continued to decline over the last 3 decades despite extensive research into readers’ issues at newspapers across the country. The root problems go back to the late 1940s, when the percentage of Americans reading newspapers began to drop. The industry didn’t feel the effect until 1970s, due to the growing U. S. population at that time. That changed in the 90s when circulation began to drop in absolute numbers. The problem now appears to be more than fewer people developing the newspaper habit. People who used to read everyday now read less, and some have stopped altogether. More than 80 percent of American adults read a newspaper each weekday in 1964, but only 58 percent did in 1997, according to the Newspaper Association of America. In 2003, an estimated 54 percent read a newspaper each weekday. Most analysts predict that fewer than half of adults will read the paper every day by the end of this decade. Today just more than half of Americans read the newspapers, and the number is continuing to drop. So read my blog instead!!!
Friday, May 1, 2009
LaPorte Firefighters Blues Festival - AUG 18th
The annual La Porte Firefighters Blues Festival will be held on August 18th at the Fox Park Amphitheater here in marvelous down town La Porte. The line up for the 2009 La Porte Firefighters Blues Festival include Levee Town, Chicago Rhythm and Blues Kings, Kelly Richey, and Guitar Shorty.
According to the website gates open at 12:00 PM central time and music starts at 2:00 PM. This is a full day of entertainment that the whole family can enjoy, even several inflatable playgrounds for the children. Come check out the fire station's Survive Alive house.
I am also excited about drinking in the park as adult beverages will be provided by Metro Beverage and food available.
For more information on the La Porte city event visit the
La Porte Firefighters Website.
Call (219)326-0595 for additional information on the La Porte Firefighters annual Blues Festival and other events in La Porte county.
Polish Delicatessen in Chicago
Here are some of my favorite spots to buy fresh produce, some are better than others,
I would recomand you try them all, than determine your favorite spot.
Happy Shopping!!!
Polskie Delikatesy w Chicago i okolicy:
Alicja's Deli
6134 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago, IL 60634
Tel: (773) 725-2015
AJB Polish American Deli
133 Front St.
Wood Dale, IL 60191
Tel: (630) 595-0533
Bacik Processing & Deli
3038 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618
Tel: (773) 489-0949
Baltic Polish Deli
1720 W. Wise Rd.
Schaumburg, IL 60193
Tel: (847) 891-0820
Barbara's Bakery
5240 W. FULLERTON AVE.
Chicago, IL 60639
Tel: (773) 622-9845
Barbara's Polish Deli
10 W. Lake St.
Addison, IL 60101
Tel: (630) 628-8559
Bobak Sausage Co.
5275 S. Archer
Chicago, IL 60632
Tel: (773) 735-5334
Boniek's Delicatessen
1023 N. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
Tel: (773) 276-0589
Burzawa Sausage Shop
4410 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60630
Tel: (773) 777-7123
Caesar's Polish Deli
901 N. Damen Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
Tel: (773) 486-6190
Celina's Deli
5089 S. Archer Ave.
Chicago, IL 60632
Tel: (773) 582-5759
Chester Deli
4208 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60641
Tel: (773) 202-1115
Dunajec
5060 S. Archer
Chicago, IL 60632
Tel: (773) 585-9611
E & J Delicatessen
6556 W. 79th St.
Burbank, IL 60459
Tel: (708) 598-1121
Forest View Deli
6452 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL
Tel: (773)775-3088
Garfield Ridge Polish Deli
6743 W. Archer Ave.
Chicago, IL 60638
Tel: (773) 229-1138
Gebka's Deli & Liquors
5306 W. Fullerton Ave.
Chicago, IL 60639
Tel: (773) 889-4581
Gene's Sausage Shop
5330 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago, IL 60641
Tel: (773) 777-6322
Grace's Delicatessen
5716 W. Diversey Ave.
Chicago, IL 60639
Tel: (773) 804-9685
Halina's Polish Food Specialty
6354 W. Irving Park Rd.
Chicago, IL 60634
Tel: (773) 286-8855
Harczak Sausages
6738 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago, IL 60634
Tel: (773) 283-5822
Irena's Delicatessen
3414 N. Harlem Ave.
Chicago, IL 60634
Tel: (773) 622-3455
Jaga Deli
9711 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Glenview, IL 60025
Tel: (847) 966-6630
John's Tarnow Deli
1147 N. Ashland Ave.D
Chicago, IL 60622
Tel: (773) 227-4699
Kalinowski Europeana Style
901 E. Rand Rd.
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Tel: (847) 255-5751
Kalinowski Sausage Shop
5930 W. Lawrance Ave.
Chicago, IL 60630
Tel: (773) 282-6988
Kasia's Polish Delicatessen
2101 W. Chicago Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
Tel: (773) 486-6163
Kolasa's Deli
9614 Franklin Ave.
Franklin Park, IL 60131
Tel: (847) 451-0402
Krakus Delicatessen
5754 1/2 S Pulaski Rd.
Chicago, IL 60629
Tel: (773) 735-1959
Krakus Homemade Sausage
4772 N Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60630
Tel: (773) 736-3524
Little Polish Deli
5254 W. Roscoe St.
Chicago, IL 60641
Tel: (773) 725-1283
Marek's Jabluszko
3127 1/2 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618
Tel: (773) 583-3982
Nowak's Farmer Market
5259 W. Fullerton Ave.
Chicago, IL 60639
Tel: (773) 622-4631
Old Warsaw Delicatessen
5713 S. Archer Ave.
Chicago, IL 60638
Tel: (773) 582-7557
Polish American Delicatessen
652 W Algonquin Rd.
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Tel: (847) 439-5171
Polish Deli
6850 W. Archer Ave.
Chicago, IL 60638
Tel: (773) 586-4848
Polish Delicatessen
5846 W. Fullerton Ave.
Chicago, IL 60639
Tel: (773) 637-0382
Polish Pantry & Delicatessen
1222 E. Lake St.
Hanover Park, IL 60103
Tel: (630) 736-0135
Polish Sausage Shop &Deli
5513 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago, IL 60641
Tel: (773) 794-1875
Polish Specialty Meat Products
906 N. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
Tel: (773) 772-2803
Polonez European Deli
1764 W Algonquin Rd.
Chicago, IL 60195
Tel: (847) 991-4910
Polonia Food Mart
1956 W Armitage Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
Tel: (773) 278-1808
Red Poppy Deli
7256 W. Foster Ave.
Chicago, IL 60656
Tel: (773) 631-6969
Roman's Kitchen & Deli
1436 Miner St.
Des Plaines, IL 60016
Tel: (847) 824-4696
Sobczak's Avondale Sausage
8705 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Niles, IL 60714
Tel: (847) 470-8780
Soltys Deli & Meat Market
4051 W. 47th St.
Chicago, IL 60632
Tel: (773) 847-3888
Somenek's European Pastry Shop
418 W. Northwest Hwy
Mt. Prospect, IL 60056
Tel: (847) 590-5489
Sophie's Polish Deli
418 W. Northwest Hwy
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
Tel: (847) 590-5489
Stanley Sausage Shop & Liquor
3648 W. Belmont Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618
Tel: (773) 539-6607
Stanley's Bakery
6112 W. Addison
Chicago, IL 60641
Tel: (773) 736-3460
Szymanski's Delicatessen
6016 W. Irving Park Rd.
Chicago, IL 60634
Tel: (773) 202-0886
The Little Polish Deli
5254 W. Roscoe St.
Chicago, IL 60641
Tel: (773) 725-1283
Yolanta's Polish American Deli
5914 W. Higgins Rd.,
Chicago, IL 60630
Tel: (773) 685-8359
Wally's Market
3256 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL
Tel: (773) 736-1212
Wally's Market
6601 W. Irving Park Rd.
Chicago, IL
Tel: (773) 427-1616
Wedel Etc.
3038 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60618
Tel: (773) 227-1223
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Smoking, is it all that bad for the society?
According to Centers for Disease Control and Prevention smokers cost the country $96 billion a year in direct health care costs, and an additional $97 billion a year in lost productivity. However lawmakers don’t look at figures for non-smokers, they tend to live longer thus increasing overall health care cost in the long run. Personally, I think smoking is a nasty habit, as an ex-smoker, I still believe it should be a personal choice not one mandated by the government. Another issue not being addressed is the taxes earned on tobacco products. If the government would completely eliminate smoking, we would loose a lot of additional funding generated from tobacco and alcohol. Add that and the longevity of non smokers in the society, and our health care costs are going to sky rocket. Left with no income from tobacco taxes, we would find ourselves in deep financial trouble. So maybe, instead of completely eliminating smoking we should limit it and tax those who choose to smoke. Through earned taxes this group of individuals could contribute to the national healthcare fund. Smokers can look at it as an extra insurance policy they’ve purchased through out their smoking years. What do you think?
Monday, March 30, 2009
Dyngus Day 2009
This year Dyngus day falls on April 13, 2009 (easter monday). City of Laporte will have it's 22nd annual Dyngus day celebration. Free public transportation will be provided by Transporte. City bears no expense, the tavern association pays for everything. Come join the party! Collect your buttons! Get your beeds! Try some good polish food and enjoy cheap drinks and freebees!
Ride the Buses
starting at 4 p.m. at City Hall or 5 p.m. at your favorite stop
Participating Taverns
1. WESTERN INN 610 "J" st. 325-3094
Food-cabbage rolls, potato cakes
Entertainment by Music Man
2. DICK'S BAR 912 Lincolnway 326-9702
Food-polish sausage, kraut, kluski noodles
Entertainment by
3. LITTLE TAVERN 102 Truesdell 362-8624
Food-pierogies
Entertainment by
4. 3RD BASE BAR & GRILL 1201 Pine Lake Ave. 324-0300
Food-polish brats
Entertainment by
5. THE HILL TOP BAR & GRILL 502 Pulaski st 362-6308
Food- kraut dog, chips & polish pickle
Entertainment by
6. PNA CLUB 306 Park st 362-7619
Food- polish sausage sandwich, kraut
entertainment by
7. MICKEY'S 501 Tipton St 362-1826
Food- sauerkraut, sausage
Entertainment by
8. SHOOTERS BAR & GRILL 201 Washington st 362-2417
Food- cabbage rolls
Entertainment by
9. RINGERS SPORTS BAR & GRILL 311 Washington st 326-6412
Food- stuffed cabbage, pierogies
Entertainment by
10. JULIE'S 513 Washington st 324-3346
Food- polish ham sandwich & chips
Entertainment by
Nazdrowie! (Cheers!)
What is Dyngus Day?
Dyngus Day is an old Eastern European tradition celebrating the end of Lent and the rebirth of spring. But in all actuality there’s not a lot of people who celebrate it anywhere. They don’t really celebrate it a on a wide scale in Poland or Eastern Europe anymore. Dyngus Day is largely an American holiday now, celebrated in Polish and Eastern European enclaves in cities like Chicago, Milwaukee, South Bend, Pittsburgh, Buffalo and Laporte. Dyngus Day parties began to spring up in every neighborhood where Poles had settled, especially in church halls, community centers and VFW posts. Once upon a time, the Dyngus festivities lasted a week, until the post-Resurrection party was shortened to one day in the 19th century, by decree of the Catholic Church. On that one day, young men would signal their amorous intentions to young women by dousing them with water. (In one iteration of this tradition, the young man sneaks into his intended’s bedroom-most likely with the complicity of the young woman’s mother or father-and wakes her with a bucket of cold water.) Women would respond by beating young men with pussy willows. Thus it is known as Wet Monday in Poland, or smigus-dyngus. Smigus means to strike, more or less, evoking the pussy willows, while dyngus means a worthy gift or ransom, referring to the small gifts, often decorated eggs, that were exchanged as part of the holiday.
The traditions of Dyngus Day predate Christianity in Poland by hundreds of years, and are derived from pagan celebrations welcoming the spring. Like Mardi Gras-its pre-Lenten counterpart-Dyngus Day may be related to the Roman Lupercalia, with which it shares an emphasis on courtship and fertility rituals. So pussy willows signify the advent of spring and rebirth; water signifies life and fertility. The prodigious eating and drinking that attend Dyngus Day signify relief.
Sunday, March 29, 2009
Free Activities in La Porte, Indiana
Odyssey Arts and Cultural Events Series - A multi-piece contemporary sculpture exhibit that graces the 268 acre campus of the PNC Westville campus.
Mount Baldy - This 123 foot sand dune is within the boundaries of Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. Picnicking, restrooms, hiking and vistas of Lake Michigan and its southern shoreline.
Washington Park & Lighthouse - Walk out to the lighthouse pier or enjoy a picnic in one of our many shelters. Plan to have a wedding in the historic gazebo, play tennis, or just walk in our garden or along the sand dunes.
LaPorte Municipal Band - Concerts by the City Band and others on Wednesdays, varied arts performances from Jazz to opera on Thursdays, and patriotic/inspirational music on Fridays.
Michigan City Municipal Band - Experience live musical performances under the stars near the shores of Lake Michigan in Washington Park. Seating available or bring your own chair.
Anderson's Orchard & Winery - Market winery and vineyard. Bedding plants, seedless table grapes, and apples in season. Free wine tasting; bakery, gift shop,
imported steins and crystal.
BackRoad brewery- "Small brewery big beers" www.backroadbrewery.com Free beer tasting Saturdays 1-4pm
Located at 308 Perry St. LaPorte, IN 46350 Phone: 219.362.7623
Bikeways - A system of Bike Routes in LaPorte County, Indiana. Bicycling and fitness opportunities abound using these 20 bike loops or bike trails.
County Parks - Over 600 acres of nature's beauty for your enjoyment at four various locations - Bluhm, Creek Ridge, Luhr, and Red Mill.
Skate Park - The Michigan City Skate Park is available for skating and biking. This 22,000 square foot site has over 35 different ramps and rails. Located at Pullman Park, 550 W 4th Street.
Laporte's "Thrills n' Spills" Skate Park is located at Fox park, overlooking clear lake.
Mount Baldy - This 123 foot sand dune is within the boundaries of Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. Picnicking, restrooms, hiking and vistas of Lake Michigan and its southern shoreline.
Washington Park & Lighthouse - Walk out to the lighthouse pier or enjoy a picnic in one of our many shelters. Plan to have a wedding in the historic gazebo, play tennis, or just walk in our garden or along the sand dunes.
LaPorte Municipal Band - Concerts by the City Band and others on Wednesdays, varied arts performances from Jazz to opera on Thursdays, and patriotic/inspirational music on Fridays.
Michigan City Municipal Band - Experience live musical performances under the stars near the shores of Lake Michigan in Washington Park. Seating available or bring your own chair.
Anderson's Orchard & Winery - Market winery and vineyard. Bedding plants, seedless table grapes, and apples in season. Free wine tasting; bakery, gift shop,
imported steins and crystal.
BackRoad brewery- "Small brewery big beers" www.backroadbrewery.com Free beer tasting Saturdays 1-4pm
Located at 308 Perry St. LaPorte, IN 46350 Phone: 219.362.7623
Bikeways - A system of Bike Routes in LaPorte County, Indiana. Bicycling and fitness opportunities abound using these 20 bike loops or bike trails.
County Parks - Over 600 acres of nature's beauty for your enjoyment at four various locations - Bluhm, Creek Ridge, Luhr, and Red Mill.
Skate Park - The Michigan City Skate Park is available for skating and biking. This 22,000 square foot site has over 35 different ramps and rails. Located at Pullman Park, 550 W 4th Street.
Laporte's "Thrills n' Spills" Skate Park is located at Fox park, overlooking clear lake.
March happenings!
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