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Howdry am eye
Don’t save your tears for a sad movie. The fact is your eyes cannot function without the proper amount of moisture. Hot, dry weather, taking antihistamines and oral contraceptives, and even extended time at your computer, are among the many factors that can cause eye dryness.
Dry eyes cause scratchiness, redness and irritation, and the lack of moisture can, over time, damage the cornea.
Tips for staying teary include:
• Check with your physician or pharmacist about the potential side effects of any medications you may be taking.
• Use lubricating eye drops regularly to keep your eyes moisturized when you are in hot, dry environments and if you spend extended periods in front of your computer.
• Adjust air conditioners to the lowest setting and position air vents away from you.
• Avoid wearing contact lenses for extended periods of time; they tend to increase the chance of eye dryness.
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The City of South Bend Ethnic Festival, now called the Fusion Fest, is a two-day festival, Sept. 9-10, at Howard Park.
History Museum opens ‘Indiana Lore’ exhibit
Larger-than-life legends and folklore of the Hoosier state are explored in The History Museum’s new exhibit, “Indiana Lore.” Shown in conjunction with the Indiana Historical Society, the exhibit is on view through May 12, 2024.
Through historic photos and original art by the BrainTwins, Indianapolis-based artists, “Indiana Lore” traces the roots of Indiana’s tall tales, from the green-eyed ghost of a bulldog guarding a grave at Terre Haute’s Highland Lawn Cemetery to the Grey Lady, who lurks in the children’s book section of Evansville’s Willard Library.
Other tall tales explored include the palm reader at the
Tuckaway House in Indianapolis, Churubusco’s Beast of Busco, and the supernatural spirits surround the Avon Bridge in Hendricks County.
These mysterious and mesmerizing campfire stories spark our imaginations and illuminate another side of Hoosier history. Each story highlights a different region in Indiana and covers distinct themes surrounding houses and buildings, bridges and railways, parks and cemeteries, and seemingly impossible creatures.
Local stories from the St. Joseph River Valley are also featured in “Indiana Lore,” like that of Hazel McNalley, accused of murdering her children who she claimed had been only dolls. Also included in the exhibit is the bizarre tale of LaPorte County’s Belle Gunness. She has been said to have advertised far and wide for would-be husbands, only to have them mysteriously disappear once they (and their fortunes) arrived at her farm.
Admission is $11 for adults, $9.50 for seniors, $7 for youth 6-17, and free to members, and includes tours of the 38-room Oliver Mansion. For an additional cost, visitors can also tour the adjoining Studebaker National Museum.
For ticket information, visit historymuseumSB.org or call (574) 235-9664.
Visit sbvpa.org/festival for more information.
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The Morris Performing Arts Center announced the South Bend Symphony Orchestra will perform “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” in concert, Oct. 7, as part of the Harry Potter Film Concert Series. The concert will feature the South Bend Symphony Orchestra performing, live to the picture, every note from “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.” Audiences will be able to relive the magic of the entire film in highdefinition on a 40-foot screen while hearing South Bend Symphony Orchestra perform John Williams’ unforgettable score live. Subscriptions to the Indiana Trust Pops Series are on sale and single tickets can purchased, morriscenter.org and (574) 235-9190.
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The Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival is proud to announce “Hamlet 50/50,” a new adaptation of Shakespeare’s classic drama, performing, Aug. 17-27, in Patricia George Decio Theatre at the DeBartolo
Performing Arts Center on the campus of the University of Notre Dame. Tickets are $10$75 and can be purchased at shakespeare.nd.edu. There are 12 performances between Aug. 17-27 (previews Aug. 15-16).
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As chronicled in his book
“Getting Things Done,” Roger Parent presents stories of leadership from his time as South Bend mayor to the South Bend Community School Board, Peace Corps, and beyond at The History Museum’s “Insights in History,” taking place at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 2.
Parent will be available to sign copies of the book, which is sold in the museum’s gift shop. A guided tour of artifacts from his time as South Bend mayor will be offered. Admission is $3. Reservations are required by July 31. Insights in History is sponsored by THK Law, LLP. Insights in History is a monthly series that features a lecture in conjunction with an exhibit at The History Museum. For information, call The History Museum at (574) 235-9664 or visit historymuseumSB.org.
