lifestyles
Golden Gate celebrates 75th with help of engineers
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — The Golden Gate Bridge was heralded as an engineering marvel when it opened in 1937. It was the world’s longest suspension span and had been built across a strait that critics said was too treacherous to be bridged. But as the …
Chicago Street staging local playwright’s latest
The Chicago Street Theatre will present the latest work by resident playwright Jim Henry, running May 25-June 9. Directed by Traci Brant and Jonni Pera, “Brother of All” follows Leonard Street as he undergoes a psychiatric evaluation as a result of a shocking family tragedy. …
The ‘automatic play’ that may be fatal
Doug Coupland, a Canadian novelist who was described by Edward King in The Daily Telegraph newspaper in England as one of the greatest satirists of consumerism, said, “Forget about being world famous; it’s hard enough just getting the automatic doors at the supermarket to acknowledge …
What good will geometry do me?
Dr. Wallace: I will be graduating from high school in June. I’ve made many friends and have enjoyed learning with most of my teachers. My only complaint is that schools teach things that most students will never use in their adult lives. I studied a …
Angry words fall on deaf ears, Cancer
Thursday, May 24, 2012: This year learn to use misunderstandings to clear the air, if need be. You are direct and sometimes feel pressured, especially at home or in your personal life. If you are attached, attempt to take that edge off. If you are …
Strained relationship with father
Dear Annie: My father and I have never had the best relationship. He was domineering, controlling and verbally abusive to me as a teenager, and as a result, I rebelled and did things specifically to irritate him. Several times, he kicked me out of the …
Whom do you prefer to be on lead?
Leonardo da Vinci said, “A well-spent day brings happy sleep.” A well-played bridge deal brings happiness to declarer and his partner. (Of course, the opponents are not so joyful, wondering why declarer had to pick on them. Such is life at times.) How should South …
Teen is not too old for piano lessons
Dr. Wallace: I’m 14 and want to learn how to play the piano and take piano lessons. My parents will gladly pay for the lessons (we have a piano), but my mom said that she read in your column that starting piano lessons, as a …
Wife ready to begin a new life
Dear Annie: After more than 40 years of devotion to my husband, I have finally realized what a stonehearted jerk he is. I have done everything in my power to love, respect and encourage him. But I’ve fallen into a pattern of picking up the …
Your vision may differ from another, Gemini
May 23, 2012: You have a gift for effortlessly making friends this year. As a result, many of your long-term dreams could become realities. Learn to work with the unexpected more easily. If you can relax rather than become tense, you will be able to …
Destination: Elkhart
See how RVing has evolved
The 1916 Cozy Camper sat off a winding black road near the edge of sand and grass, its orange canvas flaps pulled open to reveal two thin blue mattresses atop metal springs. Nearby, Margaret Campbell marveled over the back porch included in a blue 1931 …
Major league teams working on social media message
CHICAGO (AP) — Bridget Houlihan rifled through her gift bag and pulled out a gray T-shirt with a circular Chicago Cubs emblem on the front and FOLLOWER emblazoned across the back, resting on a row of logos from the top social media websites. “This is …
Newly svelte friend isn’t much fun
Dear Harriette: I have a friend who recently completely changed her eating habits and lost a lot of weight. While I think it is great that she wants to be healthy, I sometimes worry that she does not eat enough. Also, diet and exercise seem …
The hills are alive with vivid ‘Sound of Music’ sing-along
When you make “The Sound of Music” a campy, interactive experience, it goes over quite well. Just ask Ben Freedman, the producer of the sing-along version of the venerable 1965 film that’s coming to Merrillville’s Star Plaza Theatre on June 3. Those attending can dress …
Tell your friend the bad news
Dr. Wallace: My cousin Ted is going with my best friend, Karen, and I thought they were a great couple, but now I’m not so sure. I know she really is in love with him, and she thinks he loves her, too. Well, last Sunday, …
Destination: Elkhart
See how RVing has evolved
The 1916 Cozy Camper sat off a winding black road near the edge of sand and grass, its orange canvas flaps pulled open to reveal two thin blue mattresses atop metal springs. Nearby, Margaret Campbell marveled over the back porch included in a blue 1931 …
