It was called “Teddy’s bear” and a stuffed animal icon was born. Teddy bear fans gathered in 1984 to celebrate their favorite toy. Some had bears from their childhood.

The origins of the teddy bear involve President Theodore Roosevelt, a bear hunt, a political cartoon, and the owner of a candy shop in New York.

Chautauqua‑Wawasee brought history to life Sunday, June 29 at Wawasee High School with a captivating performance of Teddy and ...