Nappanee Advance-News, Volume 135, Number 3, Nappanee, Elkhart County, 17 January 2013 — Page 2

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Get Fit Challenge NAPPANEE - In February of last year, 30 city employees, volunteers and spouses started out on a "Get Fit Challenge" sponsored by Bob Zavacky and Chad Hahn of Gibson Insurance and Mayor Larry Thompson. The challenge was to lose a minimum of one pound per month from February to November. At the end of the challenge, only one person remained. Eric Thornton - of Nappanee EMS - was the only person to successfully lose one pound per month. Dawn Morey, Nappanee Chamber of Commerce and Monte Flowers, Nappanee EMS, both stayed in the competition until August. All three finalists were rewarded for their efforts and are encouraged to keep on track for a healthy lifestyle.

Go - By Guest Columnist John Sittler

Such a simple word, but one that I think has the power to change one's life for the better. I have been blessed in that, from a young age, I have lived an outdoor life. Whether it has been exploring the woods, casting a line into a farm pond, or staring up at the stone monoliths of Yosemite Valley, nature and travel have always been a part of who I am. And I believe I'm better off because of it. Mark Twain said, 'Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." That might not be the first time you've hear this quote, or something like it. This time, however, pause for a second and think about what he was really sayingfSbrt/hfc was-tiding trtvel and explofafibili is a metaphor for,taking chances in all aspects of life, but swybe this was because he understood that being outside, seeing new places and things, are truly life-changing experiences. Go. It doesn't matter if you're going to the heart of Africa or simply the local woods. I've heard the phrase "nature's

House Page Program now accepting pages

STATEHOUSE State Rep. Timothy Wesco (R-Osceola) is encouraging local students to apply for the Indiana House Page Program. The program offers students 13 to 18 years old the chance to visit the Statehouse and see a full day of legislative activity. "The House Page Program is an excellent way for students to see how the Indiana Legislature operates," said Rep. Wesco. "Spending a day at the Statehouse will really bring to life what students learn about in government dass. I strongly encourage all

LIBRARY NOTES

WAKARUSA ÜBRARY WAKARUSA - Several new magazines have been added to the collection of the Wakarusa Library. "Cooking and Such" is a magazine published in Sarasota, Florida. The artides and redpes are down home Midwestern. "Quilter's Newsletter" covers the world of quilt making. It indudes designs, tips for quilt making, where to find quilting items and more. "Indiana Gardening" is a source of ideas for planning and planting gardens that will thrive in Indiana. These and other magazines can be found on the magazine shelves. "Celebrate the Newbery Year" is the theme for the After-School Spedal to be held on January 29 at 3:30 p.m.

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classroom" used to describe the learning process that takes place away from civilization. I can only hope that more people will learn the lessons that I have from nature, and the only way to do this is simply to go. Nature and travel teach you not only about other places and things, but also about yourself. I've learned that the world can be harsh and ugly, and that sometimes the only thing you can do is sit there and take it. But I've also seen things more beautiful than I could ever describe. Go. Excuses such as "I don't have the time" or "It costs too much money" are just not valid. I've been on trips that lasted several weeks and cost thousands of dollars. But I've also spent afternoons exploring the river near my college, where the only expense I learn something new .time I'm oujdoors. Sopetimes it's a new revelation that I hadn't expected. Sometimes it's the reaffirmation that, just like the Discovery Channel slogan, "the world is just awesome". Go. Just go. Hope to see you out there.

who are eligible to apply for this experience." Along with visiting the capitol building and touring such locations as the governor's office, the chambers of the Indiana House and Senate and the Indiana Supreme Court, pages get the chance to witness floor sessions and committee meetings and help staff members. Students who serve as pages are excused from school for the day. Pages are responsible for their own transportation to and from the Statehouse.

Students in grades K - 5 are invited to come and discover which book won the 2013 Newbery Award. Some past winners will be highlighted and a foil rubbing will be created. Registration is required. "Jack Hannaford" is the story of an old soldier outwitting two gullible people. This is the Dial A Story selection for this week. Hear mis tale at 862-4441. New Books in are; "The Corpse of St. James" by Jeanne M. Dams "Angels at the Table" by Debbie Macomber "An Irregular Use for Olive Oil" by Alexander McCall Smith "The Racketeer" by John Grisham "Christmas in Cornwall" by Marcia Willett

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Interested students are encouraged to schedule their visit quickly, as spots fill up fast. Pages are asked to include two different dates when they can come to the Statehouse between January and April. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays are the best days to serve because that is when the House is in session. There are no pages on Fridays. To sign up, visit www.in.gov/legislative/ house_republicans/off_cms/page or call 1-800-382-9841.

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IVY TECH NOKIH CENTRAL ANNOUNCES DEAN'S LIST SOUTH BEND Central has named the following local students to the dean's list for the fall 2012 semester. Students attended South Bend, Elkhart County or Warsaw campuses. Nappanee: Dana Byler, Jane Clemons, Shirley Ganger, Arveta Gates, Amanda Glick, Felicia Hochstetler, Jacob Hochstetler, Andrew Horvath, Anastasiya Khailo, Ashley Korsmo, Andrea Rocha, Hollie Sams, Dannielle Sowers, Joshua Stafford, Penny Stafford, Alan Wigent, Ryan Young

DEATH NOTICES Maxine E. Ryman Jan. 9, 2013 NAPPANEE Maxine E. Ryman, 91, of Nappanee, died at 7:48 a.m., Wednesday, Jan. 9,2013 at Lakeland Rehab and Healthcare Center in Milford after a long illness. She is survived by a daughter, Sharon (Ralph) Wakely, Nappanee, a son, Larry E. (Janice) Ryman, Milford; six grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Dora Frances Gosbin, Crumstown; a halfsister, Linda (Allen) Corwin, Wakarusa; stepbrothers, Glen (Julia) Reed, Nappanee, William Reed, Elkhart, George "Fat" Reed Jr., Mentone; and stepsister, Lucille Motz, Wakarusa. Visitation was from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee. Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. Saturday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Union Center Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Alzheimer's Association. Online condolences may be given at www.tlyfh.com. \ James Clipp Jan. 12, 2013 NAPPANEE James Clipp, 80, of Nappanee, died at 9:56 a.m., Saturday, Jan. 12,2013 at Elkhart General Hospital. He is survived by his wife, Karen; daughters, Mioielle (Michael) Marks, Wakarusa, Lori (Steve) Herndon, Bloomington; five grandchildren; and a great-grandchild. Visitation was from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at ThompsonLengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Nappanee, where funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Thursday. Burial will be in Olive East Cemetery with military graveside services by Nappanee American Legion. Memorial contributions may be given to the Nappanee Boys and Girls dub.

HEIRLOOM VEGETABLE GARDENING SEMINAR GOSHEN - The Michiana Master Gardeners' Association is hosting its 14th annual public seminar on March 2nd, 2013. "The Kitchen Garden & Heirloom Plants" will be presented by speaker, William Woys Weaver, an expert on rare, unusual and very delicious vegetable plants. He has written 15 books on heirlooms, history of food, and cooking using the heirlooms and published several articles on foods and food ways. He maintains the Roughwood Seed Collection of over 4000 heirloom food plants. This seminar will cover growing heirlooms, saving the seeds and using the heirlooms creatively in cooking. The seminar will be held at College Mennonite Church, located on the Goshen College Campus, 1700 S Main Street, Goshen from 1:30 to 4 p.m.. The doors will open at 12:30 p.m. Several educational booths and exhibits will be open to explore before the program and during the break. Goodie bags will be given to the first 120 attendees. The cost of the program is $lO per ticket presale, sl2 at the venue. For a list of ticket outlets, or more information call the Elkhart County Extension office at 574-533-0554, or visit www.michinamastergardeners.com

Opener, from weight training machines and aerobic equipment. The class will be devoted to weight loss and body shaping for both adults and students. The class sessions (14) begin Jan. 28 and run through March 14 meeting Mondays and Thursdays from 6 to 7:15 p.m. Cost is S4O per person. Learn more by calling 574-862-2710. WAKARUSA DAY IN FLORIDA FEB. 5 SEBRING, Fla. - The 33rd annual Wakarusa Day luncheon in Florida will be held at Homer's Buffet in Sebring Tuesday, Feb. 5. WATER EXERCISE CLASSES SET NAPPANEE - Water aerobics is recommended as one of the best forms of exercise and can be enjoyed by all ages. Gasses will take place at North Wood High School's pool Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Gass 1 runs from Jan. 9 to Feb. 18. Gass 2 runs Feb. 25 to March 27. To learn more call 574-773-3131. Participants must preregister and pay for the dass before the dass begins. Pay for the dass at the Nappanee Public Library or Wa-Nee Community Schools Administration Office only. Gass begins with a 10-minute warmup on deck, continues with a 30-minute workout in the pool and ends with a 10-minute cool-down. If it's necessary to bring children along, they should sit on the pool deck while dass is in session.

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