Family finds the magic

By (Danville) Commercial-News BY MARY KAY SWEIKAR

Created: Tuesday, October 30, 2012 12:33 p.m. CDT

Updated: Tuesday, October 30, 2012 12:37 p.m. CDT

WESTVILLE (AP) — Their common interests of magic and music find Christopher Bontjes and his family spending a lot of time together.

"We all have a great time sharing our common passions," Christopher said. Other family members include his wife, Julie, and their children, John, 15, and Jill, 13.

Christopher and Julie, and sometimes the whole family, perform locally for people of all ages at the Veterans Affairs Illiana Health Care Center, senior residences, churches, children's events, parties, banquets and charity events. Several years ago, Christopher started a society for young magicians, which continues to attract new members.

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