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COVER: Chef Randall Ramon serves up a dish at Addington Hills. Photo by Al Lassen/For the Enquirer

CITY OF SOUND : The theme for this year’s Festival of the Forks is “The Sounds of Albion.” Find out what you can look forward to hearing. Page 4 GAME GUID E: “Metroid: Other M” has a long history to uphold, and according to Marcus Anderson, Nintendo once again delivers a strong action game with aliens. Page 5 BEST ID RECTORY: A profile of winners in the Best of the Southwest reader’s choice survey. Pages 8, 9, 12 BC BUZZ: Put on your game face: Photos from the Battle Creek Central vs. Harper Creek football game and Historic Marshall Home Tour. Page 15

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ANDY FITZPATRICK The Enquirer

The Enquirer asked readers to vote for their favorite locally owned restaurants in 18 categories. For a directory of winners, go to pages 8, 9 and 12.

ADDINGTON HILLS CAFE Categories won: Best O verall, Best Hospitality.

Address: 295: E. Emmett St., Battle Creek. " Ow ner: Roger Jacobs.

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CLARA’S ON THE RIVER Category won: Best Ambiance.

Address: 44 McCamly St. N., Battle Creek. " O wner: Ross Simpson. "

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The Enquirer’s Best of the Southwest contest to find the best eateries in Southwest Michigan has yielded contrasting results.

Two of the winners, Clara’s on the River and overall champion Addington Hills Cafe, represent the well-known and almost unknown of Battle Creek dining.

Clara’s is a high-profile restaurant situated on the Battle Creek River in the heart of the city. It occupies the former Michigan Central Railroad Train Depot, built in 1888. All of that, owner Ross Simpson said, contributed to the restaurant winning Best Ambiance.

“Train stations, and in particular this one, were a very important part of the city’s history,” Simpson said Sunday.

Whether it was a source for journalists looking for stories from new arrivals in the city a century ago or a moment of respite for wounded soldiers transferring to Percy Jones Army Hospital (one of the stretchers sits in the corner of the clock tower dining room), the walls of Clara’s have stories to tell.

Some of those stories are in the walls themselves. Simpson said much of the woodwork in the east dining room – where women had to wait for trains separated from men – had paint scraped off by hand.

All of the dining areas and the bar boast TOP VOTE GETTERS authentic mementoes from Battle Creek’s FOR BEST OVERALL past, cereal-based and 1. Addington Hills Cafe otherwise; Simpson 2. Arcadia Brewing Co. said the Kellogg Co. printed recreations of 3. Captain Luey’s artwork for Clara’s, 4. Tony’s Hong Kong on Columbia Avenue such as vintage adver5. Schuler’s Restaurant and Pub, Clara’s tisements and a portrait on the River of W.K. Kellogg.

The clock tower 6. Bill’s Pizza Factory room contains memo7. Nibi at FireKeepers rabilia of the building’s 8. Dark Horse Brewing Co., LaCocina past. Railroad signs Mexicana, Pasche’s Seafood Kitchen taken from the area and a schedule board from the station hang on the walls.

Stepping outside forces the past to give way to the present of a summertime urban eating experience.

The patio gives diners a view of the river and Battle Creek’s skyline. Live music and an outdoor bar complete the experience. The atmosphere was inspired by Simpson’s trip to the famous Tavern on the Green in New York City.

“I added lights reminiscent of a European street fair, with lights hanging over your head,” he said.

To Simpson, the inside and outside of the place make for an atmosphere clearly deserving of the Best Ambiance title.

“You can’t duplicate this building,” he said.

While a world away and about 20 blocks from Clara’s, Addington Hills Cafe is no slouch in the ambiance department. However, it was likely the inviting atmosphere and unique menu of fine food that won the restaurant Best Hospitality and Best Overall.

“When you come in, you’ll see the staff talking almost on a first-name basis with everyone in here,” manager and Executive Chef Maurice Cordova said.

That friendly staff will serve up food that sets it apart from most others in the area.

“I think a big portion of what makes us different than other restaurants is everything we get in is fresh and homemade,” Cordova said.

“We’re not buying frozen product. We’re not getting sauces out of a can or a jar.”

The steaks are a big part of the menu.

Cordova said the meat comes directly from stockyards in Chicago. However, another item also draws crowds, he said.

“We tried to enter the risotto field about a Please see WINNERS, 4

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Executive Chef and General Manager of d A dington Hills Cafe, Maurice Cordova talks about the restaurant. Right, interior of d A dington Hills Cafe.

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year ago,” Cordova said.

“I brought in a new chef, Randall Ramon; he has a really great background with risotto.”

Despite the packed houses that sometimes come at dinner – reservations are recommended – the staff at Addington feels it is still a relatively

A water fountain by the outside seating area at Clara’s on the River. Right, women play bridge in the clock tower room at Clara’s.

unknown spot.

Cordova said the restaurant thrives on wordof-mouth advertising and that’s been enough to get people in.

“We have a great group of local community members that pass the word on for us,” he said.

Andy Fitzpatrick can be reached at 966-0697 or afitzpatrick@gannett.com.

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" WHAT: 44th annual Albion The Enquirer Festival of the Forks.

ALBION — They call it “The Sounds of Albion,” but reading " WHEN: Various times Friday the list of bands set to play this through Sunday . year’s “Festival of the Forks” is " WHERE : Downtown Albion. like globetrotting. " HOW MUCH: Free.

The annual fest kicks off " INFO: Live music, parades, food, Friday in downtown Albion and art shows, pet shows and more are part runs through Saturday. Sixteen of this year’s festival; festivaloftheforks. musical acts are booked to play org or 517-629-5533. four stages over the two-day event. Jazz, oldies, reggae, Even more eclectic comes blues, funk, soul, tejano and the Zahiras Middle Eastern sounds of the Middle East will be Dancers, Fantisia Ballett performed by acts Folkorico and from around island sounds the Albion area from reggae and around the band Universal state.

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A spokesSeveral other person for the acts also will perGreater Albion form at stages set Chamber of up along Superior Commerce, Avenue and the sponsor of the festival will also event, could not feature food, chilbe reached by dren’s activities the Enquirer’s and more. deadline for Wrapping up this story. But a the Saturday set news release on Center Stage from the chamis Detroit’s Nadir ber reads, FOR THE ENQUIRER Omowale and “Festival-goers Detroit’s Nadir Omowale his Distorted Soul, will discover that performs in this photo from a confluence of the confluence the artist’s website. sound on his own. of our river sym“It really is a mixbolizes the flowing together of ture of funk, rock, with jazz elecultures as they partake of the ments, hip-hope elements and wide-range of entertainment we just really blend a lot of those scheduled for the weekend.” things with that soulful sound,” The Friday opener is TaylorOmowale said. based Legend: The Band, perThe Detroit neo-funk player forming oldies songs from the said the Forks fest performance 1950s and 60s. Following in will be “a lot of hardcore funk, that ilk is the Saturday perforwith a lot of rock and people mance of Grand Rapids’ Boogie should come with the intention Woogie Babies. There will be of dancing and having fun. We swinging jazz from Big Daddy don’t throw concerts, we throw & The La Dee Das, The Hillsdale parties.

Jazz Band and The Paul Keller “I want my listeners to move,” Trio. There will be tejano music he added. “And I want them to from the Marshall-based Celestina y Tradicion. Albion be moved.” native Paul Chatman will perJustin A. Hinkley can be form a wide range of tunes. reached at 966-0698.

EVENTS SCHEDULE Below is a look at the full schedule of events at the 44th annual Albion Festival of the Forks: FRIDAY 5 to 9 p.m.: Street Dance with Legend: The Band (on West Center Street), Reunion Cruise-In along Superior Street " 5 p.m.: Spaghetti supper, Salem Church, 113 W. Pine St. " 6 p.m.: Pet show, Stoffer Plaza, Market Place " 6:30 p.m.: Albion Community Forks 5K Race/ Walk (registration at 5:30 p.m.), Victory Park, between South Hannah Street and Albion Road " 6 to 8 p.m.: Lobster Bash, St. James Episcopal Church, 119 W. Erie St.; book sale and Invitational Art Show, Albion District Library, 501 S. Superior St. SATURDAY At the Anderson's C enter Stage, next to C ascarelli's " 10 a.m.: Parade " 11:30 am - 12:30 p.m.: Boogie Woogie Babies " 1:00 pm - 2:15 p.m., 3 to 4:15 p.m.: Paul Chatman & Friends " 2:20 to 2:50 p.m.: Zahiras Middle Eastern Dancers " 4:45 to 5:45 p.m.: Big Daddy & The La Dee Das " 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.: Joey Stephens & Black Dawg " 7:45 to 10 p.m.: Nadir & Distorted Soul At the Oaklawn International Stage, the Paint Spot Parking Lot " 11:30 a.m. to noon: Zahiras Middle Eastern Dancers " 12:10 to 2:30 p.m.: Celestina Y Tradicion " 2:40 to 3:10 p.m., 5 to 5:30 p.m.: Fantisia Ballett Folkorico " 3:20 to 4:50 p.m.: Zebula Avenue " 5:45 to 7:30 p.m.: Universal Xpression At the Albion C ollege Stage, corner of Elm and Superior Streets " 1 to 2:30 p.m.: Andrew Bishop Group " 2:45 to 4:15 p.m.: Paul Keller Trio " 4:30 to 6 p.m.: Hillsdale Jazz Band At the Albion C ommunity Foundation Kids C orner, corner of W. Porter and Superior streets " 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Shimmy Shakers, Rocket Rattles, and other entertainment " 1to 2 p.m.: Drummunity Other events around Albion: " 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Book sale and Invitational Art Show Albion District Library " Noon to 3 p.m.: Lobster Bash, St. James Episcopal Church Source: Greater Albion C hamber of C ommerce "

For Nintendo fans, the “Metroid” franchise is as important as any “S uper Mario Brothers” or “Legend of Zelda” game.

In the new release “Metroid: Other M,” Team Ninja, known for their work on the wellloved “Ninja Gaiden” series, took a bold step bringing our heroine back to her two-dimensional roots in a threedimensional universe.

You play as S amus, a well-armed bounty hunter who is dealing with the emotional aftermath of the story that ended in “S uper Metroid” for the Sup er Nintendo Entertainment S ystem.

After a quick tutorial, you start patrolling outer space when a distress signal calls you into a ship infested with aliens, former allies and a plethora of new adversaries.

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GAMER’S GUIDE Title: “Metroid: Other M.” Platform: Nintendo Wii. " Developer: Project M. " Price: $49 .99 . " Rating: “T” for Teen. "

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TODAY B ELL’S B REWERY, 355 E. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo; Rowley Wheeler; 382-2332.

B RICKYARD PUB , 1299 E. Columbia Ave.; DJ; 968-0692.

CHARLIE’S SALOON, 116 W .

Michigan Ave., Marshall; Free Juke Box; Karaoke; 789-0775.

COUNTRY FEVER DANCE RANCH, 13350 M-66, Bellevue; senior dance and classic country jamboree; 758-3939.

DARK HORSE B REWING CO., 511 S. Kalamazoo Ave.; Marshall; Red Tail Ring; 781-9940.

FIREKEEPERS CASINO, 11177 E. Michigan Ave.; Karaoke; 800-FKC-8777.

GREEN’S TAVERN, 3747 W .

Michigan Ave.; Hip-Shot; 966-9520.

HUNT CLUB , 544 W . Columbia Ave., Karaoke with Tony & Nola; 9620800.

OLD DOG TAVERN, 402 E. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo; Thursday Night Therapy with Smalltown Son; 370-1283.

PARTNERS B AR, 910 North Ave.; Karaoke with KJ Mick; 964-7276.

STAGECOACH B ARN, 8940 N. 32nd Street, Richland; Bike Night with Douglas James; 629-9460.

FRIDAY AMERICAN LEGION POST

298, 228 N. 20th St.; Karaoke with Karaoke Queen Christine; 964-7230.

B ELL’S B REWERY, 355 E. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo; Spare Parts; 382-2332.

B RICKYARD PUB , 1299 E. Columbia Ave.; DJ; 968-0692.

THE B UCKET, 104 Coldwater Road, Union City; Karaoke, DJ; 517741-5755.

CHARLIE’S SALOON, 116 W .

Michigan Ave., Marshall; Free Juke Box; Karaoke; 789-0775.

DON’S DOUBL E DEUCE, 517 E. Michigan Ave.; Live Band; 969-3606.

FIREKEEPERS CASINO, 11177 E. Michigan Ave.; Blue Coyote; 800-

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GOOD TIMES B AR AND GRILL, 545 E. Michigan Ave.; Blues Nite with Sam Moore; 964-8802.

GREEN’S TAVERN, 3747 W .

Michigan Ave.; Live music with HIPSHOT; 966-9520.

JD’S COUNTRY CONNECTION, 15776 E. M-60, Tekonsha; Karaoke; 517-767-3080.

MARSHALL MOONRAKER, 11401 17-Mile Road, Marshall; Karaoke with Mandy; 789-0058.

MILLER’S TIME OUT, 13261 S. Helmer Road; DJ, dancing and karaoke; 965-7790.

OLD DOG TAVERN, 402 E. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo; Harvyst; 370-1283.

PARTNERS B AR, 910 North Ave.; Karaoke with KJ Mick; 964-7276.

PASCHE’S SEAFOOD KITCHEN, 11081 E. Michigan Ave.; Live music; 964-2514.

PLANET ROCK, 191 Angell St.; Admiral Black,Verdict, Elegant Junkie; 962-2121.

PLAYERS GRILL, 506 E. Michigan Ave., Augusta; DJ Susan Reen; 7315420.

SPRINGFIELD TAVERN, 30 Avenue A, Springfield; Karaoke with Justin; 964-9134.

STAGECOACH B ARN, 8940 N. 32nd Street, Richland; Tangent; 6299460.

VFW COMSTOCK POST, 5990 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo; Karaoke & DJ with Jay Dee; 342-5601.

VFW RED ARROW POST 1527, 1920 E. Kilgore Service Road, Kalamazoo; Road Masters band; 349-7218.

WATERFRONT AND SEASIDE SPORTS B AR, 315 W . Columbia Ave.; DJ Don Plane; 962-7622.

WEEZER’S GRILL, 55 S. 20th St.; DJ Andy and EZ; 964-7308.

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Admission FREE - Planetarium fee $1 per person Smithsonian Magazine Day, come join the fun! www.kingmanmuseum.org (269) 965-5117

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n A d y’s pick # WHAT: Shuffle off to Buffalo pizza. # WHERE: Pastrami Joe’s, 105 N. Jefferson St., Marshall; 35 W. Jackson St., Battle Creek. # INFO: Take everything you know about pizza and set it on fire.

This one features blue cheese dressing, chicken marinated in Red Hot sauce and celery. n A nie’s pick # WHAT: Mushroom pizza. # WHERE: Volcano Pizza, 148 W. Columbia Ave. # INFO: Is it the sauce? The cheese that’s thicker than the crust? Or the childhood memories of Alvin and the Chipmunks singing “Achy Breaky Heart” on the jukebox?

I’m not sure, but this pizza always makes me happy.

Lori’s pick # WHAT: Frozen margartia. # WHERE: La Cocina

OPENING NATIONWIDE: ALPHA AND OMEGA: Two wolves take a cross-country road trip home in an animated adventure featuring the voices of Justin Long and Hayden Panettiere.

EASY A: A modern twist on “The Scarlet Letter” has a teen (Emma Stone) turning a rumor about losing her virginity to her own advantage.

THE TOWN: Ben Affleck directs and stars as a bank robber who falls for a woman (Rebecca Hall) his gang took hostage on their last job.

NOW SHO WING THE AMERICAN (R) """ A hit man (George Clooney) finds romance and friendship in Italy while awaiting what he hopes will be his last

Festival of the Forks, Enjoy music, cars, art, food, games and a parade Friday and Saturday; downtown, Albion; 517-629-5533; www.festivaloftheforks. org.

Lew Boyd Swing Band, Bring friends for a festive evening of swing dancing as you enjoy the big band sound; 7 to 10 p.m. Friday; Burnham Brook, 200 W. Michigan Ave., Battle Creek; $6 members, $8 nonmembers; 965-0000; www. burnhambrook.org.

Drive-In film festival, Feature presentations are “Racing Dreams” and “Extra Man”; 8 p.m. box office opens, movies start at sundown Saturday; Capri Drive-In Theater, 119 W. Chicago

Road, Coldwater; 517-278-5628.

Music in the Park: Gospel night, The St. Joe River Boys quartet will perform, along with the women’s group God’s Chosen; 6 p.m.

Sunday; Durham Park, Tekonsha; 517-767-3313 or 517-767-4610.

Southwest Michigan Community Harvest Fest, A full day of food, music, exhibitors, demonstrations and family fun; 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday; Tillers International, 10515 East OP Ave, Scotts; $10 per car; bicycles free; 345-9565; www.swmiharvestfest.org; vickiberglund@sbcglobal.net.

Sunday Funday: Journey to Japan, Explore the traditional arts of origami and calligraphy, see a Kendo demonstration, taste some Japanese treats and try on Japanese clothing; 2 to 4 p.m.

Sunday; Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, 314 S. Park St., Kalamazoo; free; 269-3149-7775.

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CHARLIE ST. CLOUD (PG-13) "½ A young man (Zac Efron) must choose between keeping a promise to his deceased younger brother and the girl he loves. 99 mins.

DESPICABLE ME (PG) ""½ Steve Carell leads the voice cast in an animated tale of a villain whose plot to steal the moon is sidelined by three orphan girls. 95 min.

DINNER FOR SCHMUCKS (PG-13) "" A young exec (Paul Rudd) finds the perfect buffoon (Steve Carell) for his boss’ monthly “dinner for idiots.” 114 min.

EAT, PRAY, LOVE (PG-13) """ Julia Roberts plays a divorced woman on a worldwide journey to find meaning in her life. With James Franco, Javier Bardem. 133 min.

THE EXPENDABLES (R) "½ Sylvester Stallone directs and stars in a

thriller about mercenaries betrayed on a mission. With Jet Li, Jason Statham.

103 min.

GOING THE DISTANCE (R) "½ A couple (Drew Barrymore and Justin Long) struggle to make their bicoastal romance work. 103 min.

INCEPTION (PG-13) """" Leonardo DiCaprio stars in a sciencefiction thriller from director Christopher Nolan. 147 min.

THE LAST EXORCISM (PG-13) """ A corrupt reverend plans to film a documentary his last exorcism, but is unprepared for the evil that awaits him on a rural farm.

LOTTERY TICKET (PG-13) "" A ghetto dweller (Bow Wow) fends off greedy neighbors after he wins $370 million in the lottery. With Ice Cube.

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MACHETE (R) "" ½ After being betrayed by the organization who hired

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First United Methodist Church’s (re)Quest @ 6 entertainment series continues at 6 p.m. Saturday with magician Aaron Radatz.

Radatz has brought his act to venues all over the world and has performed at the Pentagon for the U.S. military. He is known for his audience-interaction skills, especially with children.

The church is located at 111 E. Michigan Ave. The event is free to the public and will feature free, grilled food. Call the church at 963-5567.

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A bit of Britain for the Music Center The Music Center of South Central Michigan’s benefit gala, “Tales from Across the Pond,” will start the 201011 season at 7 p.m. Sept. 25.

England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales will be the sources of inspiration for the music and stories of the evening. There will also be a raffle and a silent auction, including a dinner at Southern Exposure and a Crystal Mountain getaway.

Tickets are $75. Reservations must be made by Monday. Call 565-2199

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NANNY MCPHEE RETURNS (PG) ""½ Emma Thompson returns as the magical Nanny McPhee, this time, to help a group of kids relocated from the city to a farm during wartime.

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THE OTHER GUYS (PG-13) """ A detective more interested in paperwork and a street-tough cop (Mark Wahlberg) are partnered up.

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Proposals are reviewed by committees made up of adults and youth from the community. The BCCF Board of Trustees has final approval.

Applications are due by 5 p.m.

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KALAMAZOO Fall under the spell Kalamazoo Civic Threatre’s 82nd season will begin with “Godspell” at 8 p.m. Sept. 24.

This off-Broadway musical uses improvisation and contemporary storytelling to bring the Gospel according to Matthew to audiences.

Tickets are $22 for adults, $19 for students and seniors and $10 for children younger than 12. The Civic Theatre is located at 329 S. Park St. For more information or to order tickets, call 343-1313 or go to kazoocivic.com.

PIRANHA 3-D (R) """½ An underwater tremor sets free scores of prehistoric, man-eating fish. 82 min.

RESIDENT EVIL: AFTERLIFE: (R) Milla Jovovich returns as a warrior battling a plague of undead zombies.

With Ali Larter.* TAKERS (PG-13) A detective (Matt Dillon) pursues a gang of bank robbers (Idris Elba, Paul Walker, Tip “T.I.” Harris, Chris Brown, Hayden Christensen, Michael Ealy). * THE SORCERER’S APPRENTICE (PG) "" ½ An ancient wizard (Nicolas Cage) recruits a protege (Jay Baruchel) to battle an evil

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Directory of winners for Best of the Southwest BEST CHEF

BEST BURGER

Sean Kelly Arcadia Brewing Co., Battle Creek

Stagecoach Inn Address: 201 W. M ichigan Ave., Ma rshall.

Owner: Sueann Schnaitman.

Special: The Buffalo Burger.

Favorite dish created: Some of the fresh seafood items I have been doing for specials lately, like the lobster-stuffed cod loin.

Quote: “Thanks to all of the people who have supported me over the years in Battle Creek, it’s great that I have met so many of my regulars and formed relationships with them. I really enjoy being in Battle Creek and being involved in the community, from kids in the kitchen to teaching lifelong learning classes. And thanks to everyone who voted for me this year and last, even though I have changed restaurants, it’s great to get the following down the road.” – Sean K elly, chef

Quote: “I think we have the best burgers because we serve our meat non-frozen, it comes fresh and I think it makes a big difference in the taste, along with the seasoning we put on them...The clientele is a mixed number of people from all different walks of life, all different towns walking in...We have a returning clientele that always comes back, for sure.” – Ryan Watson, cook

BEST MEXICAN FOOD

BEST ITALIAN FOOD

Nina’s Taqueria Address: 248 Capital Ave. S.W., Battle Creek.

Owner: Ma rtha Ma rtinez.

Special: Enchilada and wet burrito.

Quote: “We’re always super-busy. It’s the atmosphere and the reasonable prices.

We’re pretty reasonable, compared to the other restaurants in the area. We try to make everybody welcome when they walk in the door.” – Margarita Rodriguez, manager

Palermo’s Ristorante Address: 3905 W. Dickman Road, Springfield.

Owner: Andy Eskler.

Special: Shrimp palermo or lasagna.

Quote: “We’ve had the same Italian recipes for the last twenty years. Love our customers in Battle Creek and the surrounding area and appreciate their business in these hard times. We do have quite a few regulars, but we’ve always got new people coming in Friday and Saturday nights. We do appreciate that, and appreciate them checking out our specials. We hope to continue serving Battle Creek.” – K athy eK ating, employee

BEST CHINESE FOOD

BEST SEAFOOD

Tony’s Hong Kong Address: 174 E. Columbia Ave., Battle Creek.

Owner: Lisa Liu. Special: Tony’s unique recipe for sesame chicken.

Quote: “For us, we treat our customers like friends; at least, we try. We try to make everybody happy. If it’s someone’s first time coming in, then we treat them like a regular. I don’t know how other Chinese restaurants run, but that’s how we run. We try to treat our customers like friends and family. We do have a lot of outof-town people come by and, just being a small Chinese restaurant, they feel like, ‘Am I coming to the right place?’ After they eat, they always say, ‘If you were in the big city, you’d be more successful.’” - Lisa Liu, owner

Captain Luey’s Address: 181 E. Columbia Ave., Battle Creek.

Owners: Ron and Diane Stinson, Gary and Betty Faircloth.

Special: Fried shrimp or salt-and-pepper catfish.

Quote: “Well, first of all we’re thrilled about winning and honored that people have responded to our product the way they have...

We view our commitment to the community as a vital component to our business plan...we have several people that have been there since we opened eight years ago. They’ve stayed there, and it’s really because of their dedication to the restaurant and hard work, and – and really loyalty to the business that we’ve been able to maintain the quality day in and day out.” – Ron Stinson, owner

BEST PIZZA

BEST DESSERTS/SWEETS

Sir Pizza Address: Corner of Columbia and Vale Avenues, Battle Creek.

Owners: John Scott and Sue M cBride.

Special: World Feast pizza.

Continental Bakery Address: 928 W. Columbia Ave., Battle Creek.

Owners: Janna Nunn.

Special: Known for cakes with custard.

Quote: “We believe we won because we have been family owned and operated for over 30 years with great pizza that has more stuff and less crust, with toppings to the edge and cut into squares. Our longtime dedicated staff and loyal customers made this possible. Thank you!” - John Scott and Sue McBride, owners

Quote: “We have a big cake business and we do breads, a full-fledged bakery, and I think there is not too many left anymore... we’re kind of a dying trade. And we still have kind of a little, you know, a little bit of that old world type flavor because the bakery originally was owned by Germans – people that were from the Black Forest area, so we kind of have a very traditional Forest cake still. I worked for those people and they retired in ’92 and then I took it over… part of that old type bakery still definitely around.” - Janna Nunn, owner

BEST COCKTAILS

BEST BREWERY

The Griffin Address: 38 W. M ichigan Ave., Battle Creek.

Owner: Paul Conkey.

Special: Rock Star cocktail.

Quote: “The bartenders here, we make them like how we would like to drink them.

And it’s just a comfortable atmosphere to go ahead and enjoy your cocktail in ... you can pour a Blue Moon or you can pour a Bud Light anywhere, but you know, if you go ahead and make somebody comfortable and just help them enjoy their experience here, then I think that’s what overall sells the experience, and I believe that is why we were voted the best for cocktail.” – Julie Clement, bartender

Arcadia Brewing Company Address: 103 W. M ichigan Ave., Battle Creek.

Owner: Tim Suprise.

Special: Cereal Killer Barleywine Ale.

BEST COFFEE HOUSE

BEST BUFFET

Brownstone Coffee House Address: 18 ½ W. M ichigan Ave., Battle Creek.

Owners: Don and Donnie Fields.

Special: Caramel mocha.

Quote: “I love that they love it as much as we love doing it – there’s a nice little symbiosis there. The product is pretty much flawless.

I mean, Dad studied for four years before he opened the doors...On top of that, we’ve got a great ambience, everyone behind the counter is a complete, you know, smart-ass who knows everybody and we just have the best customers in the world. I’ve been in the restaurant business for 25 years and never had a clientel like this. It almost feels like a community project, you know what I mean?” – Donnie Fields, owner

Mijem at FireKeepers Casino Address:11177 E. M ichigan Ave., Battle Creek.

Owners: Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi.

Quote: “Part of the reason that makes Mijem Buffet so special is we buy local ingredients by local farmers...We like to personalize the buffet, so a lot of the items you’ll see small pans out cause I don’t like having more than 10 portions out...we have a full staff that is completely capable – so if somebody comes in wanting to try something different, or wants to try something from the menu previous, we’ll make it out for them anew...we try to focus on the guest as much as we can, and give them a personalized experience, even in a buffet setting.” – Nic Manning, head chef

Quote: “I believe we were trying to get to do the right things in terms of the quality of our product and the diversity of the styles that we’re making and we’re really committed to constant improvement. We’re humbled by this kind of recognition, but it’s just another reason for us to keep working harder. What we do tomorrow matters more than what we did today.” – Tim Surprise, owner

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MEN: JAPANESE PORTRAIT PRIN TS, until Oct. 31; Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, 314 S. Park St., Kalamazoo; 349-7775; www.kiarts.org.

ART NI THE EVENING : THE ART OF JAPANESE WOODCUTS, 7 p.m. today; Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, 314 S. Park St., Kalamazoo; free; 349-7775.

ART ATTACK! FUNDRAI SER, 7 to 9 p.m. Friday; Art Center of Battle Creek, 265 E. Emmett St., Battle Creek; $20; 962-9511; www.artcenterofbattlecreek. org; kparkerartcenter@yahoo.com.

LGI H T WORKS: PHOTOGRAPHS FROM THE COLLECTI ON, SaturdayDec. 12; Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, 314 S. Park St., Kalamazoo; 349-7775; www.

ART & EXHIBI TS BATTLE CREEK SOCI ETY OF ARTI STS EXHI BIT , 5:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Mondays-Fridays until Oct. 17; Battle Creek Health System, 300 North Ave., Battle Creek; free; 965-2693.

BEAUTY AMI D THUNDER: THE PAST TWO CENTURIES OF CHINESE ART, until Oct. 17; Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, 314 S. Park St., Kalamazoo; 349-7775.

MAUREEN REED WATERCOLOR EXHI BIT , until Sept. 30; First United Methodist Church, 111 E. Michigan Ave., Battle Creek; 963-5567.

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BROWN BAG LUNCH: POLLOCKFEST, 12:15 to 12:45 p.m.

Wednesday; Art Center of Battle Creek, 265 E. Emmett St., Battle Creek; 9629511; www.artcenterofbattlecreek.org.

OPENI NG RECEPTION : ARTPRI ZE 2010, 6 p.m. Wednesday; DeVos Place, 303 N.W. Monroe Ave., Grand Rapids; free; 616-742-6500.

WEDNESDAYS WI TH ELAI NE: JACKSON POLLOCK, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday; Art Center of Battle Creek, 265 E. Emmett St., Battle Creek; free, donations accepted; kparkerartcenter@yahoo.com.

DANCES LEW BOYD SWING BAND, 7 to 10 p.m. Friday; Burnham Brook, 200 W. Michigan Ave., Battle Creek; $6 members, $8 nonmembers; 965-0000; www. burnhambrook.org.

GEORGE PENDIL L TRIO DANCE, 7 to 10 p.m. Oct. 1; Burnham Brook, 200 W. Michigan Ave., Battle Creek; $6 members, $8 nonmembers; 965-0000.

ETC. BELLEVUE FARMERS MARKET, 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays; Washington Park, Bellevue; 746-4648.

ATHENS FARMERS’ MARKET, 2 to 6 p.m. Fridays until Oct. 15; Wilson Park, North Capital Avenue, Athens; 7294088; athenscommunity@sbcglobal.net.

BATTLE CREEK FARMERS’ MARKET, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays and Wednesdays; Festival Market Square, downtown, corner of McCamly and Jackson streets, Battle Creek; 968-3448; www.battlecreekfarmersmarket.com.

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TEA FOR QUIL TERS AND THOSE WHO WANT TO BE QUIL TERS, 2 to 4 p.m. Sept. 27; Second Missionary Baptist Church, 485 N. Washington Ave., Battle Creek; free; 963-4640.

OKTOBEERFEST 2010, 4 p.m.

Oct. 2; Walldorff Brewpub and Bistro, 105 E. State St., Hastings; $5; 945-4400; www.walldorffbrewpub.com.

SHARE THE HARVEST, 1 to 5 p.m.

Oct. 3; Kellogg Biological Station, 3700 E. Gull Lake Drive, Hickory Corners; free, donations to food bank accepted; 6712263; www.kbs.msu.edu; events@kbs. msu.edu.

FAMI LY SUNDAY FUNDAY: JOURNEY TO JAPAN, 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday; Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, 314 S. Park St., Kalamazoo; free; 349-7775.

FRI ST DAY OF FALL CELEBRATION , 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 23; Albion District Library, 501 S. Superior St., Albion; 517-629-3993; www. albionlibrary.com.

CHIL DREN’S GARDEN: SPECTACULAR SCARECROWS, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 25; Children’s Garden, Leila Arboretum, 928 W. Michigan Ave., Battle Creek; free; 969-0270; www. lasgarden.org.

MUSEUM FREE DAY, 1 to 5 p.m.

Sept. 25; Kingman Museum, 175 Limit St., Battle Creek; free; 965-5117.

STORY TI ME: VERY HUNGRY CATERPI LLAR, 11 a.m. to noon.

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YU-GI -OH! TOURNAMENT, 5 to 8 p.m. Sept. 28; Marshall District Library, 124 W. Green St., Marshall; 781-7821, ext. 15; registration required; www. marshalldistrictlibrary.org.

FESTI VALS FESTIV AL OF THE FORKS, Friday and Saturday; downtown, Albion; 517629-5533; www.festivaloftheforks.org.

SOUTHWEST MCI HIG AN COMMUNI TY HARVEST FEST, 11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Sunday; Tillers International, 10515 East OP Ave, Scotts; $10 per car, bicycles free; 345-9565; www.swmiharvestfest.org; vickiberglund@sbcglobal.net.

ALL SAIN TS SUPERFEST, 6 p.m. to midnight Sept. 24, noon to midnight Sept.

25, noon to 5 p.m. Sept. 26; St. Joseph Church, 61 N. 23rd St., Battle Creek; cover: $1 per person, $5 per family; 7884325; stjosephchurchonline.org/superfest. htm.

HOMER HSI TORI CAL SOCI ETY FALL FESTIV AL, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Sept. 25; Blair Historical Farm, 26445 M-60 East, Homer; 517-568-3116; www. homerchamber.org.

FBI ER ARTS AND ANIM ALS FESTIV AL, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Oct. 2-3; Cornwell’s Turkeyville U.S.A., 18935 15 1/2 Mile Road, Marshall; 781-4293; www.fiberartfest.com.

FI LM DRIVE-I N FI LM FESTI VAL, 8 p.m. box office opens, movies start at sundown; Capri Drive-In Theater, 119 W. Chicago Road, Coldwater; 517-278-5628.

MI DDLE SCHOOL MOVIE MADNESS, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. during the school year; Marshall District Library, 124 W. Green St., Marshall; free; 7817821, ext. 15.

OPERA NI CNI EM A: “TOSCA,” 7 p.m. Sept. 22; 3 p.m. Sept. 26; Riviera Theatre, 50 N. Main St., Three Rivers; $16; 278-8068.

“PLEASE GVI E ,” 7 and 9:30 p.m. Sept. 24; 4:30, 7 and 9:30 p.m.

Sept. 25; 2:30, 5 and 7 p.m. Sept. 26; Little Theatre, corner of Oakland Drive and Oliver Street at WMU campus, Kalamazoo; $5 general, $3 student; 387-8221; www.kalfilmsociety.net.

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BOOKWORMS: “SARAH’S KEY,” 7 p.m. Tuesday; Barnes and Noble, 5775 Beckley Road, Battle Creek; 979-8060.

NOOK READIN G GROUP: “THE SCARLET LETTER,” noon Sept. 28; Barnes and Noble, 5775 Beckley Road, Battle Creek; 979-8060.

WRI TER’S SUPPORT GROUP, 6:30 p.m. Sept. 30; Barnes and Noble, 5775 Beckley Road, Battle Creek; 979-8060.

PAGES AT THE PUB: “MY NAME SI MEMORY,” 7 p.m. Oct. 7; Winston’s Pub, 115 S. Eagle St., Marshall; 781-7821, ext. 18.

MUSEUMS NATI VE AMERI CAN VESSELS EXHI BIT , 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Tuesdays-Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Fridays, 1 to 5 p.m. Saturdays; until Oct. 9; Kingman Museum, 175 Limit St., Battle Creek; $18 family, $6 adult nonmembers, $1 adult, $4 ages 3-17, free for ages 2 and younger; 965-5117.

MUSI C ARCATO CHAMBER ORCHESTRA: ELEGY, 8 p.m. Saturday; Dalton Theatre, Kalamazoo College, Kalamazoo; $15, $5 students; 337-7047.

THE PUNKNECKS, 9 p.m. Saturday; Riviera Theatre, 50 N. Main St., Three Rivers; free; 278-8068.

GLI MORE RSI NI G STAR: MARIANGEL A VACATELLO, 4 p.m.

Sunday; Gilmore Theatre Complex, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo; $22 adults, $5 students, $120 season; 3421166; www.thegilmore.org.

MUSI C NI THE PARK: GOSPEL NIGH T, 6 p.m. Sunday; Durham Park, Tekonsha; 517-767-3313 or 517-767-4610.

PATRI ZI O BUANNE, 7 p.m. Tuesday; Tibbits Opera House, 14 S. Hanchett St., Coldwater; $35-$20; 517-278-6029; www. tibbits.org.

FONTANA PRESENTS: TOKYO STRI NG QUARTET, 8 p.m. Sept. 24; Dalton Center Recital Hall, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo; $35; $28; $5 student rush; 382-7774.

MUSI C CENTER GALA, 7 p.m. Sept.

25; Battle Creek Country Club, 318 Country Club Drive, Battle Creek; $75; 565-2199; reservations required.

SWEET ADELI NES: “RUNNING WLI D ON THE RAILS ,” 3 and 7 p.m.

Sept. 25; Kellogg Community College, 450 North Ave., Battle Creek; $15 advance; $20 at door; $10 students and seniors; 962-9662.

THE RUSTY WRIGH T BAND, 9 p.m. Sept. 25; Riviera Theatre, 50 N. Main St., Three Rivers; $10; 278-8068; www. rustywrightblues.com.

ARABESQUE TRIO , 8:15 p.m. Sept.

28; Dalton Center Recital Hall, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo; $12, $10 seniors, $5 students; 387-2300 or 800228-9858.

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STRAIGHT NO CHASER, 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. Oct. 2; State Theatre, 406 S. Burdick St., Kalamazoo; $24.50 - $34.50 in advance, $2 more at the door; 3456500; www.kazoostate.com/.

WMUSIC SHOWCASE SPECTACULAR, 3 p.m. Oct. 3; Miller Auditorium, 1903 W. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo; $15, $12 seniors, $5 students with ID; 387-2300 or 800-228-9858.

Kellogg Bird Sanctuary, 12685 E C Ave, Augusta; members: free; nonmembers: $4 adults, $2 seniors, $1 children ages 2-12; 671-2510; www.kbs.msu.edu/ birdsanctuary.

WILD LIFE EXCURSION, 8 a.m.

Every first Monday through Dec. 31; Binder Park Zoo, 7400 Divison Drive, Battle Creek; free; 979-1351.

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Directory of winners for Best of the Southwest BEST BREAKFAST DESTINATION

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Pastrami Joe’s, Marshall/ Battle Creek d A dress: 105 N. Jefferson St., Marshall; 35 W. Jackson St., Battle Creek.

Owner: Mike Caron.

Special: Can’t go wrong with the Reuben.

OT’s UpN-Smoke BBQ d A dress: 450 Capital Ave. N.E., Battle Creek.

Owners: Owen Thompson.

Special: Ribs.

Pancake House d A dress: 185 Capital Ave. S.W., Battle Creek.

Owners: Joann Kain.

Special: The omelette menu.

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PARTNERS BAR, 910 North Ave.; Service Industry Night—Karaoke with Raven; 964-7276.

SONNY’S PAR 4 LOUNGE, 97 W. Michigan Ave.; Live music; 660-9960..

MONDAY CHARLIE’S SALOON, 116 W. Michigan Ave., Marshall; Karaoke; 789-0775.

COUNTRY FEVER DANCE RANCH, 13350 M-66, Bellevue; Senior dance and classic country jamboree; 758-3939.

JACK’S BAR AND GRILL, 1346 W. Michigan Ave., Karaoke with Jay Dee; 964-1995.

TUESDAY BALL JOINT SPORTS BAR AND GRILL, 4720 Beckley Road; Jam Session with Gary Fields Comedy Band; 979-0080.

CHARLIE’S SALOON, 116 W. Michigan Ave., Marshall; Karaoke; 789-0775.

COUNTRY FEVER DANCE RANCH, 13350 M-66, Bellevue; Line dancing and instructions; 758-3939.

GREEN’S TAVERN, 3747 W. Michigan Ave.; Karaoke with Chuck C&C Productions; 966-9520.

OLD DOG TAVERN, 402 E. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo; Open auditions; 370-1283.

PARTNERS BAR, 910 North Ave.; Karaoke with KJ Raven; 964-7276.

VFW COMSTOCK POST, 5990 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo; Family karaoke & Wii Bowling with Jay Dee; 342-5601..

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BARISTA BLUES CAFE, 21 W. Michigan Ave.; Live music with Michael Angelo 6 -8 p.m.; 968-8430.

CHARLIE’S SALOON, 116 W. Michigan Ave., Marshall; Karaoke; 789-0775.

FIREKEEPERS CASINO, 11177 E. Michigan Ave.; Gary Fields Comedy: SUNDAY Cleveland & Tim Sullivan; 800-FKCBJ BRYANT ELKS LODGE 8777.

1311, 724 W. Michigan Ave.; Live GREEN’S TAVERN, 3747 W. jazz and blues from 5 to 8 p.m.; 966Michigan Ave.; Karaoke with Chuck C&C 9458.

Productions; 966-9520.

CHARLIE’S SALOON, 116 W. OLD DOG TAVERN, 402 E. Michigan Ave., Marshall; Karaoke; Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo; Steve 789-0775.

Pesch; 370-1283.

JACK’S BAR AND GRILL, 1346 PARTNERS BAR, 910 North Ave.; W. Michigan Ave., Karaoke with Jay Dee; Game Night; 964-7276.

964-1995.

SONNY’S PAR 4 LOUNGE, 97 W. OLD DOG TAVERN, 402 E. Michigan Ave.; Karaoke dance party with Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo; Blues Jam DJ Rob; 660-9960.

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CONTINUED, from 6 FIREKEEPERS CASINO, 11177 E. Michigan Ave.; Blessed Engine; 800FKC-8777.

GOOD TIMES BAR AND GRILL, 545 E. Michigan Ave.; Karaoke and DJ with Hes; 964-8802.

GREEN’S TAVERN, 3747 W. Michigan Ave.; Live music with HIPSHOT; 966-9520.

JACK’S BAR AND GRILL, 1346 W. Michigan Ave., Karaoke with Jay Dee; 964-1995.

JD’S COUNTRY CONNECTION, 15776 E. M-60, Tekonsha; Southern Ego Band; 517-767-3080.

MARSHALL MOONRAKER, 11401 17-Mile Road, Marshall; Karaoke with Brent Cole; 789-0058.

MILLER’S TIME OUT, 13261 S. Helmer Road; DJ, dancing and karaoke; 965-7790.

OLD DOG TAVERN, 402 E. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo; Sneaky Pet; 370-1283.

PARTNERS BAR, 910 North Ave.; Bud Light Dance Party with DJ Nicky; 964-7276.

PASCHE’S SEAFOOD KITCHEN, 11081 E. Michigan Ave.; Midlife Blues Crisis; 964-2514.

PLANET ROCK, 191 Angell St.; American Sixgun, Ballz Delux, Sex Slaves, Daktal; 962-2121.

PLAYERS GRILL, 506 E. Michigan Ave., Augusta; DJ Susan Reen; 7315420.

SPORTS PAGE, 225 W. Michigan Ave.; Karaoke with Brent Cole; 9692415.

STAGECOACH BARN, 8940 N. 32nd Street, Richland; Tangent; 6299460.

THE 2010 MI FARMERS HALL OF FAME CLUB COUNTRY FAMILY FRIENDLY MUSIC SHOWS, 7990 Milo Rd., Delton; 623-2485.

WATERFRONT AND SEASIDE SPORTS BAR, 315 W. Columbia Ave.; Live Band; 962-7622.

WEEZER’S GRILL, 55 S. 20th St.; Karaoke with Patty B.; 964-7308..

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Superfest 2010

Friday, September 24 • OPEN: 6pm to Midnight

Sept. 21,

6 - 10pm St Lawrence Grill Tailgate Specialties 8 – Midnight THE BIG E – Steve Gagnon

7 pm

Saturday, September 25 • OPEN: Noon to Midnight 5 - 8pm Texas Barbecue Beef Brisket Dinner 7 – 9pm Spencer Moulder (ROCK) 9:30 – 11:30pm THE VERVE PIPE

Patrizio uses the natural grace of his voice, a confident,

Sunday, September 26 • OPEN: Noon to 5pm

casual manner and respectful attention to his music to enthrall audiences worldwide

Tibbits Opera House, Coldwater

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Noon - 2pm Children’s Talent Show • F ood • ekend ers 1 – 3pm Grilled Pork Loin Dinner • Las Vega Tent e W l l h A Kids G s Game k Brot c e 2 2:30pm Silent Auction Closing b r e • Boo ames Tents • Sk arnival C Servic th and ction 2:30 3:30pm Live Auction u A e Tent t n s • Sile 5pm Raffle Drawing, Grand Prize $5,000 To reserve tickets for THE BIG E on Friday night or THE VERVE PIPE on Saturday night call 269-788-4325, email superfesttables@yahoo.com or visit http://www.stjosephchurchonline.org/superfest.htm LJ-0100036951

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Sunday • Kids under 12 yrs 1/2 price meals

3 pm to 8 pm

Every Monday - 99¢ Tacos 5424 Beckley Road Mon-Thu 11:00-10:00 pm Battle Creek, MI 49015 Fri-Sat 11:00-10:30 pm Sunday 11:00-9:00 pm 269-979-8431

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WHERE DO YOU GET YOUR BUZZ? Last weekend two local high schools cheered on their football team at the Battle Creek Central vs. Harper Creek game. Also, Marshall extended its hospitality for the annual Historic Marshall Home Tour.

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“Home of the World’s Best Turkey Sandwich!”

Art Center of Battle Creek Art Attack Benef i t!!

Arts Education Fundraiser for scholarships, equipment, and supplies.*

September 17 from 7 – 9 pm

September Arts & Crafts Show 18th &19th Flea Market & Antique Show 25th & 26th www.turkeyville.com

$15 individual • $25 couple • $30 family That evening $20 each person at the door

NOW PLAYING!

Register with credit card by September 14 to 269.962.9511 or stop in at 265 E Emmett Street

Art Auction at 8:15pm Dessert and Punch Buffet 50/50 Raffle and Door Prizes *All proceeds will benefit the Art Education Dept at the Art Center. Due to the cuts in arts funding for non-profits and schools, the Art Center of Battle Creek is working on raising funds to better service the students in our community. We have given out over 10 scholarships in 2010 already and are in need of updated equipment for our classrooms.

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September 17th - 19th, 2010 Albion’s 44th Annual Friday, September 17th Parks Drug Store Center Stage next to Cascarelli’s 5:00 - 9:00 pm Street Dance with Legend: The Band, W. Center Street DDA Reunion Cruise-In, Superior Street 5:00 - 7:00 pm Spaghetti Supper, Salem Church 6:00 pm Pet Show, Stoffer Plaza 6:30 pm Albion Community Forks 5K Race/Walk (registration 5:30), Victory Park 6:00 - 8:00 pm Lobster Bash, St. James’ Episcopal Church Book Sale, Albion District Library Invitational Art Show, Albion District Library

Saturday, September 18th The Anderson’s Center Stage next to Cascarelli’s 10:00 am Parade 11:00 am - 11:20 am Sister City 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Boogie Woogie Babies 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm Paul Chatman & Friends 2:20 pm - 2:50 pm Zahiras Middle Eastern Dancers 3:00 pm - 4:15 pm Paul Chatman & Friends 4:45 pm - 5:45 pm Big Daddy & The Dee Das 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Joey Stephens & Black Dawg 7:45 pm - 8:45 pm Nadir & Distorted Soul 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm Nadir & Distorted Soul

ST. PAULI’S DAY Friday Sept. 17th Entertainment

String Cheese 7-9pm Ceilidh 9:30-11:30pm

Oaklawn International Stage at Paint Spot Parking Lot 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Zahiras Middle Eastern Dancers 12:10 pm - 1:10 pm Celestina Y Tradicion 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Celestina Y Tradicion 2:40 pm - 3:10 pm Fantisia Ballett Folkorico 3:20 pm - 4:50 pm Zebula Avenue 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm Fantisia Ballett Folkorico 5:45 pm - 7:30 pm Universal Xpression

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Corn Beef & Cabbage Fish & Chips Shepherd’s Pie Shamrock Shots

Albion College Stage at Elm & Superior Streets 1:00 - 2:30 pm Andrew Bishop Group 2:45 - 4:15 pm Paul Keller Trio 4:30 - 6:00 pm Hillsdale Jazz Band Albion Community Foundation Kids Corner at W. Porter and Superior Street 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Kids Corner feat. Shimmy Shakers, Rocket Rattles, and entertainment 1:00 - 2:00 pm Drummunity Other Events Around Albion 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Information Booth, Chamber of Commerce next to Bohm Theatre 9:00 am - Dust Chalk It Up with Lee Jones, Homestead Savings Bank 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Albion Historic Society Antique Show, Elm Street near Gardner House Museum 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Book Sale, Albion District Library Invitational Art Show, Albion District Library Student Art Tent, Outdoors near Albion District Library 11:00 am - Dusk Food, Stoffer Plaza 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm Lobster Bash, St. James’ Episcopal Church AHS Distinguished Alumni Dinner, First United Methodist Church 6:00 pm

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Downtown Battle Creek 38 w. Michigan Ave.

Sunday, September 19th 6:30 pm

Sister City Fundraising Gala, Davan’s

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