Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 130, Number 27, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 2 July 2009 — Page 2

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Advance News • Thursday, July 2, 2009

Two churches team up, present ‘Crocodile doc’ Kids will sink their teeth into big fun at Crocodile Dock, where fearless kids shine God's light. This summer two congregations, the Nappanee United Methodist Church and Grace Point, join together to offer Vacation Bible School for kids ages 3 through (just completed) grade 5. Crocodile Dock is filled with Bible-leaming that kids see, hear, touch, even taste. VBS will be at the Nappanee United Methodist Church, 301 E. Market St., from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday, July 12 to Thursday, July 16. Registration forms are available at either church or kids can register online at nappaneeumc. com. For more information contact 773-4183 or napumc(? bnin.net.

Court Reports

June 19 •Minor, 17, Wakarusa, possession of tobacco by a minor, 5139 •Olen S. Miller, Bremen, seat belt violation, $25 •Maria L. Riley, 23, Nappanee, seat belt violation (passenger), sls •Maria L. Riley, 23. Nappanee, open container, $164.50 •William A. Roberts, 23, Bristol, speeding, $133.50 •Eric J. Tener, 39, Nappanee, seat belt violation, $25 •Robert W. Thomas, 57, Skokie, 111., 14-hour rule violation, S3OO June 23 •Paul D. Miller, 54, Nappanee, display of ID on vehicle, S3OO

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and recommended placement of stop signs at the intersections of Oakland Avenue and Miriam Street. In addition, they requested that no on-street parking be implemented along both sides of Stahly Street. Finally, thev recommended a speed limit of 25 miles per hour. Street closings Nappanee Apple Festival Director Sam Beachy requested the usual street closings for this year's Nappanee Apple Festival, scheduled for Sept. 17 through 20. In addition, Beachy said, the parade will begin earlier this year than usual, but that Market Street would be closed to traffic at the usual time. Closing With July 4 occurring on a Saturday this year, the Nappanee Municipal Center will be dosed Friday, July 3 in observance of Independence Day.

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"It's the subject that I'm probably second best at but I'm really the least interested in," he said. "I like mathematics. I like the problem solving. Using logical methods to determine the solution to a problem." And isn't that really what spelling is all about too? "That's really a very accurate description of it," he said. "You study all the standard roots for words and the logical spellings from there. My parents really helped me out by occasionally popping open the dictionary and making me work out some random words." His parents weren't the only ones lending a hand. "All my siblings did very well in spelling bees," he said. "They really helped and encouraged me to get to the next level. I've always tried to be as good as they are. there used to be some rivalry there when we wdre younger but not as much any more since we've become a lot more mature." The former eighth grader at North Wood Jr. High will be attending Culver Academy for his freshman year in the fall. He does more than just spell too. "I'm really just an average teenager pretty much," he said. "I like all sports really. I probably like running the most - cross country and track. I plan on running in high school next year. Mv favorite event in track is the 1600." Movies are a diversion for him as well. While one of his favorites "2001 A Space Odyssey" may seem in line with his other interests, another favorite, "Ferris Beuller's Dav Off" - about a teenager who skips out of school for a day of adventures - may seem a little out of line for the studious young man. "It's just a funny movie," he said. "I really enjoy it a lot." In the end, the "normal teenager"

Short agenda for June 15 Council meting

By Carol Anders Correspondent NAPPANEE The Nappanee Common Council held a short meeting June 15. The main agenda item was an annual report on the Elder Haus Senior Center. The center is open to local residents who are 55 years old and older.

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is also a people person. "The best part of the trip (to the Scripps National Spelling Bee) was meeting all the other spellers from all over the country," he said. "There

Conda (Connie) Fink, director of the center for the past 10 years, said they have had 2,500 visits so far this year. The number of taxi trips is up to 2,700. The center provides free taxi service within the city limits. Fink said, "The taxi service is vital." She said they schedule the most necessary trips first such as doctor and dentist appointments and then make runs to grocery stores, the library, voting places and visitations to local nursing homes. A new van will be available at the center in late July or early August, according to Fink. Meals are provided through REAL Services. So far this year, they have served 2, 200 meals. Fink said the center is needed to maintain and improve the quality of life for seniors by providing social, recreational and educational opportunities. She said, "We build on strengths and provide inde-

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pendence." Fink said they have group chair exercises, a walking path and an entire room full of donated exercise equipment. The exercise room can be utilized from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. vyeekdays. Among spedial services they offer are flu shots in the fall, AARP tax filing assistance in the spring and blood pressure screenings. Ongoing activities include board games, card games and visits to Amish Acres plays, to name a few. Fink said many make quilting or knitting projects" that are donated to newborns or children at the Bovs & Girls Club. One volunteer folds the newsletters and rides her bicycle to deliver them to many homes. Fink indicated that the center helps seniors adjust when there are changes in their lives such as needing to make new friends or moving to a different residence. She said she attends meetings to network with other

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social sendee agencies staff so that she can better help those attending the Elder Haus Senior Center. Mayor Larry Thompson said, "The budget has not changed much since 2006." The Elder Haus Senior Center is a department of the city and is funded primarily through city funds. The 2009 budget for the center is established at $149,000 with $126,000 of that for personal sendees including the taxi service. The center is located on State Road 19 in the former Nappanee High School that was also used as Central Elementary School. The facility also houses the LeAnn Dance Studio and the Boys & Girls Club. Fink indicated that having children nearby was very beneficial to the seniors. In addition to Fink, the staff consists of one other full-time employee and three part-time employees.

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