The Mail-Journal, Volume 20, Number 27, Milford, Kosciusko County, 20 July 1983 — Page 12

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Various activities provide 'Fun Under the Sun'

“Fun Under The Sun For The Whole Family” is the theme for the 1963 Elkhart County 4-H Fair which opens this Friday, July 22, at the fairgrounds in Goshen. As in year’s past the first day of the fair has been dubbed “Free Friday,” with free admission, parking and grandstand entertainment. The fair officially opens at 1 p m. with the rides in operation starting at 2 p.m. and a ribbon cutting ceremony at 6:30 p.m. The annual fair parade will step off promptly at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, July 24, in downtown Goshen and will pass the grandstand area at 2:30 p.m. Parade marshal will be Governor Robert D. Orr. Following the parade a new county fair queen will be crowned. This year there are a total of 37 girls seeking the title. Fun U nder The Sun “Free Friday,” will begin at 10 a m. with the Extension Homemakers Club Exhibits judging and open class foods judging at 12 noon. The official opening will be at 1 p.m. with all ridges in full operation at 2 p.m. The ribbon cutting ceremony will be at 6:30 p.m. followed by the grandstand attraction for that evening,

Fine performances in 'The Sound of Music'

By WHITNEY SPURGEON When stifling summer heat strikes Indiana, people look around for relief, and one form of relief can simply be distraction: if you’re thinking about something else, you’re not thinking about the heat. (This is a ■ rather difficult remedy to put into effect when you are dripping with perspiration). A reasonable distraction for residents of this area is diverting entertainment, and that is currently available in the Enchanted Hills Playhouse’s production of “The Sound of Music. ” Although the current EHP effort may not be quite as inspiring as it might be, it is nonetheless diverting, providing a satisfying evening of entertainment at a reasonable cost. On the positive side at the bam

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McGuffey Lane' The show will begin at 7:30 p.m. Indiana Sires Stakes Race Day will be on Satuday with a 12 noon post time in the grandstand area for the three-year-old Sire Stake races. There will also be the 10th annual Northern Classic Open Steer and Heifer Show in the beef/dairy arena, beginning at 9 a.m. and an open class market lamb show. Highlighting the day will be two performances by The Charlie Daniels Band at 7:30 and 9:30 p.m. This is a paid grandstand performance. Family Day is Sunday with free admission to the grounds. There will be free parking up until 12 noon. Workship services will be held at 9:30 a.m. in the grandstand with Dr. Paul F. Koepke, Plymouth United Church of Christ, Goshen, delivering the morning message. The 4-H Fair Parade 5,000 road run will start at 1:20 p.m. from Rogers Park and end at the Fairgrounds. The parade steps off at 1:30 p.m. and at 2:30 p.m. the parade will pass the grandstand and the crowning of the 1983 Elkhart County 4-H Fair Queen will immediately follow. Vesper services will begin at 8 p.m. at the grandstand with

theatre east of Wawasee are some fine performances by individuals and some remarkable voices. With music by Richard Rodgers and lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein 11, and the book by Howard Lindsay and Russel Crouse, “The Sound of Music” is the story of Maria Rainer, a young woman who hopes to become a nun, Capt. Georg Von Trapp, an Austrian falling under the pressures of the hitler regime, and how their love for one another change both of their destinies. Teresa Bomberger’s voice highlights her portrayal of Maria and her solo performances are delightful, as in “The Lonely Goatherd,” performed with the seven Von Trapp children to get their minds off a roaring

Pete Carlson, Talent Winners and the Elkhart County Youth For Christ. Monday, July 25, will be Wristband Day. AU rides will be offered for one fee throughout the day and evening. At 1:30 p.m. the harness races begin and other activities include the junior varisty and varsity cheerleading contests in the Activities tent, the annual frog jumping contest in the area of Young MacDonald’s Farm and many other events. The Ricky Skaggs Show wiU begin at 7:30 p.m. at the grandstand. The 4-H and Adult Railbird Dairy judging will be at 8 p.m. at the beef/dairy arena. Good Deal and Senior Citizens’ Day will be Tuesday with free admission for those 65 years and older until 5 p.m. Special entertainment beginning at 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., for the senior citizens will be David L. Hess, “The Sound Os Country.” There will be sheep, dairy, western halter and performance, and rabbit judgings. Harness racing will be at 1:30 p.m. and other activities include the 4-H beef judging and showmanship at 5 p.m.; frog jumping contest; homemaker of the year award program; fashion show; and at

thunderstorm. Alan Alderson is an impressive Von Trapp, combining the feeling for the heritage of an Austrian nobleman and the tenderness for Maria and his children. His transition from an overly conservative, strict father who has become almost a stranger to his offspring to that of a loving parent is believably, enjoyably portrayed. Good performances are also delivered by Rosalind Hurwitz, Walter Winston O’Neil, Beth Hall, Shane Taylor, Andrea Denaway, Lisa Stine and Olivia Wiley as the seven children. (At least five of these are actually children, not adults cast in kids’ roles, and they are excellent, which is pleasing to report since kids can often be cute on stage but it is more difficult to display talent beyond that.) Rick Munger is superb as the riotous and pompous Max Detweiler, the children’s symbolic “Uncle Max’’ and longtime Von Trapp friend. Good performances are also delivered by Gregory Franklin, the young boyfriend of Liesl Von Trapp; Darlene Williams as the Mother Abbess; Dennis Lynne as Von Trapp’s intended wife; and David Kiefer as Herr Zeller, a truly nasty Nazi. Memorable musical numbers are “Do-Re-Mi,’’ “So Long, Farewell,’’ and “Climb Every Mountain.’’ The set and lighting designer, Jaye Beetem, should be complimented for an attractive, yet simple, set and good lighting effects. The night this reviewer was present the scene changes were a bit rough and noisy, but perhaps » that has been ironed out, and strangely, although Cap. Von Trapp is supposed to be a wealthy many, his pants were conspicuously too long, sagging around his ankles. In all, however, “The Sound of Music’’ has many more pluses than minuses, and Director Jeff Koep has put together an enjoyable production — plainly distracting enough that one can forget the heat. Performances this week are at 8 through Friday, 8; 30 Saturday and 7:30 Sunday.

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7:30 p.m. will be the Brenda Lee Show, free at the grandstand. Wednesday is Kids’ Day with reduced prices for youngsters through 18 from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ronald McDonald will have a show at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the activities tent and at 3:30 p.m. there will be the world famous Chicken Flying Contest at the poultry tent. Rex Allen, Jr., and Jeannie C. Riley will present the grandstand show at 7:30 p.m. Thursday win be a day for those enjoying competition as the tractor pull begins at 10 a.m. and lasts the entire day. At 3 p.m. will be the second annual Pedal Power Pull at Young MacDonald’s Farm. For teens there

' ■/< * If !▼ j FREE GRANDSTAND SHOW - McGuffey Lane has fully exposed its true musical roots with the release of a new album. “Let The Hard Times Roll,” The McGuffy Lane Show will be the entertainment for the first night free grandstand show at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair. The group will present one show on Friday evening, July 22, at 7:30 p.m. McGuffey Lane's country career has grown steadily over the past five years. By 1980, the group had achieved a level of success rivaled only by most prominent national artists. The Ohio-based band self-produced debut album, released independently, west on to sell 40.000 copies in six weeks on a regional basis alone. The “McGuffey Lane” album, which featured such radio favorites as “Long Time Lovin' You” and “Green Country Mountains," was re-released in November 1980. The group played its first shows outside of its Ohio Valley stronghold as special guests of Charlie Daniels at the prestigious annual Volunteer Jam in Nashville and played other large shows as the Chicago Fest and the Memphis Fest. With months of valuable roadwork under their belts, members of McGuffey Lane finally took a break from the concert circuit to record a second album. “Aqua Dream," is highlighted by such tunes as “Start It All Over," “Tennessee" and “Bags of Rags" featuring Charlie Daniels on fiddle. As their following expanded, so did their headlining status, they continued to be much in demand as the special guests of such artists as Emmylou Harris. Wayion Jennings. Alabama. Bobby Bare, the Marshall Tucker Band. Charley Pride, and others.

Test sewing skills at county fair An opportunity to test their sewing skills along side others is given each home sewer who exhibits in the Home and Family Arts ’ Building at the Elkhart County 4-H Fair. Each exhibitor will have his or her garments judged and will receive a comment sheet so that he or she can improve sewing skills. The goal of learning how to improve your product is the objective of any fair, according to Mary Ann Lienhart-Cross, extension agent home economist. Any resident of Elkhart County may exhibit in the Home and Family Arts Building. To receive a complete set of the rules and regulations, send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to the Elkhart County Extension office, 17746 CR 34 Goshen, Ind., 46526. There are 32 categories in the clothing division.

will be a U93-FM Dance Party at the activities tent starting at 8 p.m. Auction day will be Friday with the rabbits, goats and poultry auctions at 10:30 a.m. Sheep and swine will be on the block at 1 p.m., milk at 6:30 p.m. and beef at 7 p.m. At the grandstand that day will be the lightweight horse pulling contest at 7 p.m. The 4-H Versatility Show will be at 7:30 p.m. in the 4-H Saddle Club arena. The final day of events will be Saturday with a draft horse show, hitch class at 9:30 a.m.; motorcycle races at 3 p.m.; and the Nation-Wide Demolition Derby at 7 p.m., all at the grandstand.

z . AT VESPER SERVICE — Pete Carlson’s progress as a musician/communicator has been a unique blending of talent and an intense desire to share his faith through the medium of music. He will do so on Sunday evening. July 24, at the Vesper Services at the Elkhart County Fairgrounds. Carlson traveled extensively with a Youth For Christ musical group in 1970 throughout even countries. After graduation from Taylor University he was guitarist and vocalist with a five -piece band from Philadelphia and involved in the production of a Christian variety TV show. After moving back to Indiana, he directed his efforts toward a full time concert work. He has appeared frequently on the 700 club and various radio and television programs across the country. In 1978 he, along with three other writers, wrote the musical “Follow Me,” which keys in on the topic of discipleship. Carlson has also worked in cooperation with the Billy Graham Association and in many of their associates’ crusades. Shucks! If you don’t have a shucking knife, use a beer-can opener to open oysters. Insert the point under" the hinge at the top of the oyster and push down hard. Death row A total of 1,060 prisoners were on death row at the end of last year, the largest number in U.S. history and 22.7 per cent more than a year earlier the Justice Department said recently.

412 ® i • wK 11 i J* w " / GETTING INTO THE ACT — A volunteer from Goshen Hospital, parents and children scheduled for surgery all participate in the Goshen Hospital puppet teaching program which takes awav the fear of the unknown for the children. Pictured above with some of the props used for the puppet teaching from the left are: Donna Klem, hospital volunteer; Mrs. Jack Hoover. Goshen; and Kelly. (Photo by Gail Widmoyer) Puppet teaching eliminates fear of the unknown

By GAIL WIDMOYER For many people, entering a hospital for surgery can be one of the most frightening experiences in their lives and for children who don’t understand what is going to happen to them in the hospital, the fear is magnified. To combat children’s fear of the unknown, Goshen Hospital implemented a puppet teaching program in 1972 as away to educate young patients on surgery and hospital procedures. “We go through all the things,” commented Donna Klein, hospital volunteer. “If the children know what it (the surgery) is and why it has to be, they accept it.” Mrs. Klein is one of the “special" volunteers who helps with the program. “No matter how busy Donna is, she always finds that spot where she can squeeze in puppet teaching for the children," said Mariellen Phend, director of the volunteer service. “All of the puppet teachers are special. They’ve had experience with children and they understand the youngsters,” continued Mariellen. During the early years of the program, it wasn’t unusual for Mrs. Klein to explain surgeries to 450 children in groups or on an individual basis. Shots, thermometers, stethoscopes, gowns, orderlies, masks and sterilizing procedures are all explained. And the volunteers are “still learning” new procedures for their teaching. “If the children come into contact with something we haven’t explained,” related Mrs. Klein, “sometimes they will refuse the procedure by saying, ‘Oh no. I didn’t learn that from the puppets.’ ” Leftovers? Make leftover mashed potatoes into patties and coat with flour. Freeze in a single layer, then pack in plastic for freezer storage. Fry unthawed in oil until crisp. Try mangoes Mangoes are an excellent source of vitamins and minerals including A and C. The fruit makes an easy to fix topping that makes almost any food special. Try mango chunks on ice cream, cottage cheese, shortcake, ham steaks, or cereal. Top pancakes or waffles with mango slices and sour cream.

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“The program is highly successful,” said the volunteer program director who was supported by one patient’s mother. “It really did take the fear away from her,” stated Mrs. Jack Hoover whose seven-year-old daughter, Kelly, underwent a tonsillectomy on June 22. “When Kelly was learning with the puppets, she wanted to cover their heads with a sheet and Mrs. Klein kept telling her they wouldn’t cover her head. Then when they put Kelly on the cart, one of the nurses remembered what she did with the puppets and tried to cover her head. ‘No, you aren’t supposed to do that,’ Kelly told the nurse.”

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Besides working with the children, the volunteers are helping hospital personnel. “The patient’s anxiety is so much less when they have worked with the puppets than the ones who have never seen them,” commented Kim Vorhis, registered nurse. “The kids are a lot more cooperative and it is something the parents can do to help,” she continued. According to Mariellen Phend, the hospital depends on the doctors to tell parents about the program. It is then the parent's responsibility to call the volunteer department prior to scheduled blood work to arrange for the puppet teaching.