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CUISINE SCENE

South Bend celebrating Winter Restaurant Week

the week. It really is a little something for everybody,” said Cathy Dietz, Downtown South Bend’s OUTH BEND, Ind. event coordinator.

—The holiday season Traditionally, the period is over and done. The spanning the last weeks of gifts have been opened, the January and the first weeks decorations have come of February are the down (for most everyslowest times of one) and family memthe year for the Participating restaurants bers have made their restaurant indusway back across town, try. So, more than • Baker’s Bar and Grill across the state and a decade ago, a • Café Navarre across the country. handful of restau• Chicory Café This time of year, rants in South • CJ’s Pub it’s hard to fight the Bend decided to • East Bank Emporium feelings of hibernation do something • Fiddler’s Hearth Public House that keep people hunabout it. Instead • LaSalle Grill kered-down at home, of competing • LaSalle Kitchen & Tavern but leaders in downagainst one anoth• Le Peep of South Bend town South Bend feel er to try to draw in • Linden Grill that Winter Restaurant customers, they • South Bend Brew Works Week is more than decided to band • South Bend Chocolate Factory enough of a reason to together to create • Sunny Italy Café get out and support Winter Restaurant • Tippecanoe Place Restaurant local establishments.

Week and turn • Woochi Japanese Fusion & Bar This year’s event, downtown South • Yummy Cupcakes Fusion & Bar which runs from Jan. Bend into a desti26 to Feb. 8, will have nation for people 16 participating locations selling for $11, $22 and from all over the area. in downtown South Bend, $33.

Chicory Café co-owner all with unique menu items “Each restaurant will Jeff Morauski has particiand entertainment for cus- have their own drink and pated in Winter Restaurant tomers. Some restaurants food specials, and some Week for the past will be offering traditional places will have a variety two years and has menu items at value prices, of live music throughout seen the positive impact that the event has on not only his restaurant, but the entire city.

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great cause. At the end of the week, each restaurant that participates will donate 10 percent of its total sales from menu items to the Memorial Children’s

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UCHANAN, Mich.

— Winters in Michigan can be tough, especially around this time of year. The charm of the holiday season is gone and all that is left is that pesky lake-effect snow and staggeringly low temperatures.

Buchanan has found a way to inject a little ‘thrill’ into the monotony of winter. On Jan. 30 and 31, the City of Buchanan will be closing down the busiest street in town, icing it

down (with the help of the fire department), and erecting a wooden ramp at the top — all in and attempt to create one of the most unique tubing experiences around.

The 2015 Thrill on the Hill event will be the fourth of its kind in Buchanan and organizers say it is setting up to be the best one yet.

City manager Bill Marx said last year’s event drew more than 2,000 people to the streets of downtown Buchanan for all kinds of winter fun and activities, headlined by tubing down the giant hill on Front Street.

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dren to the Thrill on the Hill will be happy to know that tubes will be provided for everyone, which means moms and dads won’t have to worry about carrying sleds all over town. The city provides tubes that have been inspected for safety, and organizers ask that no one bring their own tubes or sleds from home.

“We understand how our tubes handle,” said Marx. “We know that if someone happens to bump into someone else that the tube isn’t going to pop or harm anybody.”

The fourth annual Thrill on the Hill will see a

the Hill couple of changes and improvements from previous years. One of the new additions will be a horse-drawn carriage ride around the city that will be operating from 3 to 7 p.m.

Saturday. Also, new this year is the fire ring that will be located just a couple yards from the bottom the hill, at McCoy Creek Pond.

There will be hay bails situated around the fire for patrons to sit and warm up.

The preparation starts Wednesday night with the closing of the hill on Front Street and festivities kick off Friday night.

From 6 to 9 p.m. the hill will be open to people of all ages. After a quick grooming session, the hill reopens from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. for the adult midnight run.

Saturday, an all-day wristband can be purchased for $3 and the hill will be open from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

“We also have the ‘little thrill,’ which is for parents with children who aren’t quite comfortable with the big hill,” Marx said. “Also, this year, we will have a DJ booth set up and playing music the whole time the

hill is open.”

Smoke Family Vision Center will be having a snowman building contest on Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and will be passing out s’mores for the little ones.

The city expects to see little to no disruption in traffic, as the detour route only sends motorists about a half mile out of their way.

Local restaurants and bars will be running “Thriller Specials” throughout the weekend.

Information about the “Thriller Specials” and more can be found on the Thrill on the Hill Facebook page.

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Dueling Pianos can be summed up in a single word: FUN. Combine two sharp-witted, incredibly talented musicians with two pianos on a stage, and add in a roomful of people: The result is an evening of fast, funny, unforgettable entertainment.

Dueling Pianos has sold out the last three years so everyone is encouraged to hurry and get tickets now. Go ahead, request your favorite song, loudly sing along, dance on stage or just bounce up and down in your seat.

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Area residents looking to improve the wildlands in Cass and St. Joseph counties are invited to attend a public meeting Jan. 24 to brainstorm solutions.

Public invited to review plan for connecting area ‘wildlands’

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HREE RIVERS, Mich. — A public meeting will be Tuesday evening, Jan. 27, at the YMCA’s Camp Eberhart to discuss the creation of a conservation plan for the wild and natural areas surrounding the Crane Pond and Three Rivers State Game Areas.

Together, these areas are known as the Jones State Game Area, after the nearby village of Jones. A team of regional stakeholders, including landowners and natural resource professionals, is steering the conservation plan to “connect and protect” the steeply rolling terrain of “wildlands” that give the eastern Cass County/ western St. Joseph region its character.

The effort is being led by the Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy (SWMLC), a regional non-profit land trust that specializes in helping private landowners protect scenic and ecologically important landscapes.

“The greater Jones area and its associated state game areas are a special regional asset for wildlife and recreation,” said Geoffrey Cripe, SWMLC director of land protection.

“The purpose of developing a conservation plan is to better understand

local conservation priorities in the region, look for opportunities to increase wildlife habitat by expanding the State Game Areas and creating connections, and doing so in a manner that recognizes regional agricultural productivity with many growing opportunities for outdoor recreation.”

The Jones State Game Area covers approximately 6,300 undeveloped acres, protecting important places for sport-hunting and fishing.

More recently, passive outdoor recreation such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, bird-watching, mushroom-picking, hiking, and mountain biking have also become popular, bringing more visitors to the region and creating the potential for an agritourism/eco-tourism industry.

“The region contains dozens of lakes and headwater streams that recharge the regional aquifer and support wildlife, area farmers, and other human and natural needs. SWMLC recognizes the importance of a strategic plan to ensure this area remains a reliable resource over time,” said Cripe. “In large part, this plan will explore opportunities to connect the scattered game areas where possible

or protect surrounding areas through compatible private conservation agreements or programs.”

The meeting will include a brief history and other information about the Crane Pond and Three Rivers State Game Areas, a discussion of opportunities and threats identified by the project team, the results of a geographic prioritization exercise, and opportunities for private landowners to get involved. “The meeting will be informational but with opportunities for input from people who live in and care about the region,” said Cripe. “In addition to direct wildlife benefits, we believe the creation of a conservation plan will benefit the communities of people and businesses that call this region home.”

The meeting will be held in Klinger Hall at the YMCA’s Camp Eberhart on Corey Lake, 10841 Camp Eberhart Road, Three Rivers, on Tuesday, Jan. 27, from 7-8:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. For more information and directions to Camp Eberhart, please visit www.swmlc.org or call Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy at (269) 324-1600.

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A R B O R COUNTRY, Mich.

— Throughout the month of February more than 40 Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce members will be flooding their menus with all sorts of chocolate confections in honor of the fifth annual Harbor Country Chocolate Classic.

Among some of the more decadent creations visitors to Harbor Country can taste during the monthlong event are white chocolate raspberry truffles, chocolate custard and even chocolate covered bacon.

Also, there will be chocolate-enhanced wine, locally brewed specialty beer and chocolate-infused coffee.

Organizers say there will be gluten-free options available, as well.

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“The event is a very informal atmosphere — people can stop by anytime. It is a nice way to just hang out and talk about chocolate and coffee,” Brewster said. “We see people that come in from out of town for the event but we also get a lot of local people that come out for the event.”

On the first and third Saturdays of February, from 3 to 5 p.m. David’s will be hosting a tasting event of single-origin coffee and exotic chocolate from around the world.

Although the Chocolate Classic is mainly aimed toward tasty treats, it is not just for restaurants and cafes; many traditional retailers will be offering a wide variety of chocolatethemed items. Chocolate Classic retailers offer shoppers specials on chocolatehued items including jewelry, glass, furniture and guests can stop into a local spa for a chocolate scrub or wrap.

Visitors can also win special prizes by participating in various chocolatethemed guessing games throughout the month.

Kicking off this year’s Harbor Country Chocolate Classic is the Sweetness of Harbor Country event at Skip’s Restaurant, in New Buffalo. From 6 to 10 p.m. on Jan. 30, chocolate lovers can stop in to Skip’s and enjoy extravagant chocolate creations, including a chocolate fountain. Guests can taste-test a wide variety of chocolate baked goods and then cast their vote for their favorite creation in the Chocolate Classic Bake-off.

Twelve local vendors will gather at Skip’s to give patrons a taste of what they can expect all month.

Kim Pruitt, Membership and Marketing Coordinator of Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce, believes the Sweetness of Harbor Country is a perfect

way to kick off an event like the Chocolate Classic.

“The event at Skip’s will bring vendors together and allow people to come in, have a good time and see what the Chocolate Classic is all about,” Pruitt

said. “Plus, there will be a chocolate bake-off, so people can taste all kinds of great chocolate baked goods.”

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Ginger snaps made for cold winter days

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ne morning last week I woke up to snow gently falling outside my window. The cat was curled up in the bend in my legs, and I thanked my lucky stars that I’m an independent, selfemployed woman living in Chicago today. For all the sunshine and 75 degree days those southern Californians have, they certainly never get to experience the majesty that is a snow day.

To me, one of the best things about winter are those rare days you get to just hunker down with a good book, a cup of coffee, and a cozy blanket.

Days when even this bustling metropolis seems to slow down to a quiet and peaceful hum.

Winter days like that are just what ginger snaps were made for. That snowy morning I decided a batch of my favorite molasses ginger cookies were going to be my day’s biggest ambition. I whipped up a batch, and before I even made it through a whole French press full of coffee, I was enjoying the spicy little nuggets.

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I’ve tried to make this recipe gluten free a couple times with no luck, but I’ll keep trying and will be

sure to update it on my website when I have it perfected.

If you want to dress these up a little bit, try adding a fresh squeezed orange juice glaze and drizzling over each cookie. Just be sure to allow time for the glaze to harden before serving or boxing for a gift.

I’ll be sure to get that recipes posted to my site as well so you can just pull it up.

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Lubeznik Center offering winter, spring classes

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ICHIGAN CITY, Ind. — Lubeznik Center for the Arts has 15 exciting classes to choose from for children, teens, and adults, including the popular Masters and Merlot Workshop on Feb. 25.

Leaders say one-day workshops are perfect for those who don’t have the time to commit to a full class schedule.

Daring Derby Hat Making is back by popular demand where students will create and trim a unique hat suitable for the Kentucky Derby with local fascinator celebrity, Amanda Joyner. Students will leave with a finished hat and enjoy treats courtesy of Bowler Man Confections.

In Fused Glass, also returning this season, students will learn the fundamentals of glass while they

create a glass tile and jewelry pieces.

Those looking to commit to a longer session have six different visual art classes to choose from.

Returning for the third time in a row, is Adult Photography taught

by LCA’s very own administrative manager, Natalie Mills.

Students interested in taking better pictures will gain an understanding of how to use settings on the camera as Natalie covers terminology, techniques and craft during the course of this class.

Art enthusiasts who want to gain confidence in discussing contemporary art are encouraged to register Submitted photo for Art Appreciation Classes for all ages are planned for the upcoming with Gregg Hertzlieb, Director/Curator of months at the Lubeznik Center.

the Brauer Museum of Art at Valparaiso University, who will address the particular challenges modern art raises in its abstract and conceptual emphases.

Young artists have four different classes to choose from this season.

Cookies and Canvas, a kid-friendly version of Masters & Merlot, students as young as seven will learn the basics of mixing, paint application and composition to create their own masterpieces. Older students, ages 11-17, who are inspired

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T. JOSEPH, Mich. — Whether visitors like their chili mild or fiery hot, meat or in chiliinspired desserts or hot beverages, they will find more than a dozen ways to chase away the chill Jan. 30, from 5 to 8 p.m., in St. Joseph, Mich. During this January “It’s Finally Friday” event, merchants and restaurants will offer samples of their favorite chili recipes in hopes of earning the 2015 Chili Pepper Award that is determined by popular vote.

“This year we are encouraging people to preregister at the St. Joseph Welcome Center, 301 State St., between Jan. 23 and Jan. 29,” said Jill Stone, executive director of the

sponsoring organization, St. Joseph Today. “It will help our chili stop locations plan quantities so there are plenty of samples for everyone.”

Stone said there is a suggested $2 donation, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Benton Harbor Soup Kitchen. Preregistrants will get a map of chili stop locations and will be entered in a drawing for a $25 St. Joseph Today Gift Certificate good at more than 40 locations.

The drawing will be held Jan. 30.

Tasters can also register and get a map on the day of the event at the Welcome Center, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Stone said everyone that completes the chili tour and

turns in their maps at the Welcome Center on Jan. 30 will be entered to win in a drawing. The winner will receive a St. Joseph Prize Pack.

Stone added that several non-chili locations are also “must stops” that evening because of their special sales and family-friendly entertainment. For updates about the Chili Tour and future “It’s Finally Friday” events, visit stjoetoday.com, facebook.com/stjoetoday or call 269-985-1111.

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Preferred Qualifications: Advertising or other sales experience; excellent verbal and written communication skills; computer skills; and a drive for success. We offer acompetitive compensation & benefits.

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Applications can be filled out at LaSalle Bristol 601 CR17, Elkhart IN or e-mail resume to chuddlestun@lasallebristol.com

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Senior Apartments.

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Please call Toni at 269-4453333 or stop by today at 145 Stone Lake St. for more information. Equal Housing Opportunity. TDD 1-800649-3777 American Pre3 bed, 2 bath homes ready ferred 1-800-968-1792 to be moved into. Lease options starting at $599 per Keys month (includes lot rent, innd!

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Antique Jewelry, over 50 collectable fishing luers, vintage radios, tin toys, old table top arcade machines, and lots lots more!

YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT!

January 24th, 4pm Niles Community Auction House 802 Fort St, Niles (269) 635-0271

Rent-Lease, Misc. 442 OFFICE SPACE Cemetery Lots 617 For rent, approx. 750 sq ft, corner office, utilities in- 2 PLOTS & 2 VAULTS cluded, indoor parking, reasonable rent. Call Roger Tracey (269)683-2211

Shipping Supervisor

SAFE, CLEAN working environment. We offer full benefits after 90 days including company match 401K. Criminal background check and pre hire drug screening required.

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1&2 Bedroom Apartments and 2&3 Bedroom Town Homes Available!

Elkhart distributor is seeking two (2) experienced Class A tractor/trailer driver(s) for local deliveries.

Must have minimum 1 year experience driving, clean MVR and no accidents in past 3 years.

Overtime as needed required.

Benefit package that includes 401K with match, home nightly, Good starting pay.

Please call and leave message with contact information 574-295-4400 X311

LaSalle Bristol the leading supplier to the RV and MFG Homes Industry is hiring a Local Outbound Shipping Supervisor.

Must have good knowledge of Elkhart and surrounding counties, experience working with RV MFG’s a PLUS. Forklift and Warehouse experience required.

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in Mission Hills Memorial Gardens in Niles, valued at $4,600, asking $1,400 negotiable, will pay transfer fees! (219) 393-1977

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•Walla Walla Sweet Onions .35/lb., $15/50lbs.

•Texas Ruby red grapefruit 5 lbs/$2.50 18 lbs/$9.00

•Honey 1 1/2 lbs. $7

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This full-scale production, set to the music of Tchaikovsky and based on Russian folklore and German legend, follows a heroic young prince as he works to free the beautiful swan maiden from an evil spell.

Performance begins at 7:30. For more information visit MorrisCenter.org

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Barn Swallow Theatre is holding open auditions for their upcoming production of “House Salad, No Dressing”, a two scene comedy set in a senior fitness class and cafe. Cast will include nine women, ages 40 Jan. 23 through 60, a young girl in early teens, three men - a 20 something, one middle age, and a 60 The second of three persomething gentleman. formances in the 20142015 Hanson Theatre Living Room Series is on tap for Friday, Jan. 23, at Auditions will be held in 7 p.m. at the LMC Mendel the Fellowship Hall at St. Center with Wild Ponies.

Paul Lutheran Church Tickets for Wild Ponies in Cassopolis on Jan. are $15 and $10 for Men22 from 6:30 to 8 a.m. del Center Mainstage and on Jan. 24th from series ticket holders, stu10 a.m. to noon. The dents, and seniors. They church is located at 305 are available by calling West State Street, ap- the LMC Mendel Center proximately 1/4 mile Box Office at (269) 927west of the stop light in 1221 or visiting www. the center of town, and lmcmainstage.org. For on the south side of the information about group street. For further infor- rates, pre-show party opmation call Director Lois tions, and other special Own at 269.445.2142 or arrangements, contact Carol at (269) 445-2511. Mike Nadolski at (269) 927-8109 or mnadolski@ lakemichigancollege.edu.

The State Ballet Theatre of Russia is coming to the Morris Center in South Bend to perform the classic ‘Swan Lake” ballet.

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WHAT'S HAPPENING? place at the Century Center on Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015, and will showcase specialty and craft beers from local breweries from South Bend and the surrounding areas. In concordance with South Bend’s 150th birthday celebration, attendees will have the opportunity to sample more than 150 beer varieties and flavors. The first 150 people through the door will also receive a special, commemorative gift. In addition to the beer tasting, BrewFest will also feature live music, pretzel necklaces, live home brew demonstrations and a charity auction.

The New Troy Flea Market returns Jan. 24 to the New Troy Community Center, 13372 California Rd, New Troy. Past flea markets included tools, housewares, antiques, photography, jewelry, crafts, books and more.

The Community Center also features the Homeroom Resale Store, which offers resale furJan. 24 niture, housewares and books. Admission is free. Lunch available.

South Bend’s fourth an- Proceeds benefit the nual BrewFest will take Community Center.

Journeyman Distillery will be hosting a popup dinner from Spire Farm-to-Fork Cuisine.

Tickets for the 8 course dinner are $75 and are available at http://www. brownpapertickets.com/ event/1080226.

Experience Winter fun at Dr. T.K. Lawless Park on Saturday nights with a bonfire, downhill tubing and three miles of cross-country skiing, all on lit trails. Also, tractorpulled hay rides and refreshments. It’s a great time to get outdoors and enjoy your county parks.

Snowshoe at Allegan State Game Area with Sarett Nature Center on January 25 at 12:30 p.m.

The fee is $10. Please call (269) 927-4832 to register.

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Barn Swallow Theatre is hosting open auditions for their upcoming production of “House Salad, No Dressing”, a two scene comedy set in a

senior fitness class and cafe. Cast will include nine women, ages 40 through 60, a young girl in early teens, three men - a 20 something, one middle age, and a 60 something gentleman.

Susan and Michael Wood will present a slideshow highlighting South Africa on Jan. 25 at 3 p.m. at Sarett Nature Center. The fee is $3. Sarett Nature Center is located at 2300 Benton Center RD in Benton Auditions will be held in Harbor, Mich. For more the Fellowship Hall at St. information call 269Paul Lutheran Church 927-4832 in Cassopolis on Jan. 22 from 6:30 to 8 a.m.

Jan. 27 and on Jan. 24th from 10 a.m. to noon. The church is located at 305 A public meeting will be West State Street, ap- held, at the YMCA’s proximately 1/4 mile Camp Eberhart to diswest of the stop light in cuss the creation of a the center of town, and conservation plan for the on the south side of the wild and natural areas street. For further infor- surrounding the Crane Pond and Three Rivers mation call Director Lois State Game Areas.

Own at 269.445.2142 or Together, these areas Carol at (269) 445-2511. are known as the Jones State Game Area, after Jan. 25 the nearby village of Jones. Light refreshments will be served.

BrewFest, an annual For more information beer sampling event and directions to Camp Eberhart, please visit hosted by Century Cenwww.swmlc.org or call ter will be held on Sat- Southwest Michigan urday, Jan. 24, 2015, in Land Conservancy at downtown South Bend. (269) 324-1600.

The collaboration between Century Center Jan. 30 and Transpo comes as an effort to promote safety and responsible The Twin City Junior practices amongst Brew- Players (TCjP) announcFest participants. es the first mainstage

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some of the best chefs and chocolate bakers in the area. If that’s not sweet enough, several Harbor Country businesses will be on hand to share their creations and services. Gather with other chocolate lovers, for what’s certain to be a very fun evening!

Jan. 30-31

Thrill on the Hill will start on Friday the 30th with a 5-9 p.m. run and then an adult “midnight run” from 11 p.m. to 1 p.m. Then all day Saturday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Unlimited runs for $3! We provide your sledding tube! Contact City Hall at 269-695-3844 for more details. Or click the picture above for the Thrill’s Facebook page.

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The 2015 Michiana Boat and Sports Show will be Parting Shots Family from noon to 8 p.m. Jan. $ 30, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Jan. 31 and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Feb. 1 at the Century Shopping Sports Center in South Bend.

Admission is $3 per person. Children under 12 are admitted for free.

Camping Summer More information is available at http://centurycenproduction of the new ter.org/event/michianayear, the enduring clas- boat-sports-show-1 sic Little Women adapted

by Marisha Chamberlain Jan. 31 from the novel by Louisa May Alcott, directed by Candace Myers. PerforBeginning at 10 a.m. Satmance dates are Jan. urday Jan. 31, at Flaherty 30, 31, Feb. 1, 6, 7 and 8, Park in Watervliet, Michi2015. Tickets will be $15 gan, Essential Discs and for adults, $12 for seniors Flaherty Flingers Disc Golf and $7 for children (12 Club will offer Ice Bowl at and under). Group rates Flaherty Park. Cost is $25 are also available. All plus two cans of food. All seats are reserved. Resdonations will benefit the ervations can be made North Berrien Food Panby calling the TCP box try in Coloma.The North office at 269-429- 0400.

Berrien Food Pantry feeds TCP is also offering on200 families per month on line ticket purchases at average in Northern Bertwincityplayers.org. rien County. Last year this event raised only $250 in cash and about 200lbs of food. This year the goal is Skip’s Restaurant hosts to raise at least $1,000 in the Sweetness of Har- cash and and 1000 lbs in bor Country! This spec- food for the Food Pantry tacular event includes to continue to serve our a chocolate fountain, community. ice sculptures, and delicious appetizers. Taste and vote for your favorite entry in the Chocolate The New Troy Flea MarClassic Bake-off! This ket returns Jan. 31 to the menagerie of chocoNew Troy Community late goodies showcases

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WHAT'S HAPPENING? Center, 13372 California Rd, New Troy. Past flea markets included tools, housewares, antiques, photography, jewelry, crafts, books and more.

The Community Center also features the Homeroom Resale Store, which offers resale furniture, housewares and books.

Admission is free. Lunch available. Proceeds benefit the Community Center.

Experience Winter fun at Dr. T.K. Lawless Park on Saturday nights with a bonfire, downhill tubing and three miles of crosscountry skiing, all on lit trails. Also, tractor-pulled hay rides and refreshments. It’s a great time to get outdoors and enjoy your county parks.

Go on a guided Ski Tour of Sarett Nature Center on January 31 at 2:00 p.m. The fee is $5. Please call (269) 927-4832 to register

Goodwill and U93 will host a “Goodwill Gives” Dress Drive on Saturday, January 31st to benefit Hello Gorgeous at Flourish Boutique in Granger.

The Dress Drive will be held from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm in the Centennial Place Shopping Center parking lot to collect gently used fashions for their upcoming Glamour Event in February. For more information contact Sue Peterson at Sue@petersonmedia.com Feb. 5

Get ready to participate in some mid-winter laughs when Jim Belushi and the Board of Comedy come to the Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Mainstage on Thursday, Feb. 5, 2015, at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets for Jim Belushi and the Board of Comedy start at $36 and are available by calling the LMC Mendel Center Box Office at (269) 927-1221 or visiting www.lmcmainstage.org. Special rates are available for groups

of 10 or more. For information about group rates, pre-show party options, and other special arrangements, contact Mike Nadolski at (269) 927-8109 or mnadolski@ lakemichigancollege.edu.

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13, at 7 p.m. The show rounds out the inaugural season of the Hanson Theatre Living Room Series. For more information about the band, visit www. lindsayloumusic.com

Boy Scout Troop 541 will serve its Forty-fifth annual Swiss Steak Supper on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2015 from 4-6:30 p.m. at the First United Methodist Church, 132 South Oak Street, Buchanan.

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The Lake Michigan College Mendel Center Mainstage welcomes the Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia as they present The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favorites on Saturday, Feb. 14, 2015, for two shows at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tickets for The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favorites start at $14 and are available through the LMC Mendel Center Box Office at (269) 927-1221 or www.lmcmainstage.org.

Special rates are available for groups of 10 or more.

For information about group rates, pre-show party options, and other special arrangements, contact Mike Nadolski at (269) 927-8109 or mnadolski@ lakemichigancollege.edu.

The first and second weekends in Feburary are filled with entertainment at the Tin Shop Theater, in Buchanan.

Three one-act plays will be performed each night at 7:30. “The Blooming of Ivy,” “Oh, for Heaven’s Sake,” “Yesterday.”

Ever thought about trying yoga? The Elkhart Environmental Center hosts a monthly yoga class led

by Kristen Smith-Myers, RYT 500. Class is the second Monday of each month at 5:30 p.m. The center is located at 1717 Feb. 7 E. Lusher in Elkhart.

Advance registration is required. Call 574-293Experience Winter fun 5070 to register. at Dr. T.K. Lawless Park Feb. 13 on Saturday nights with a bonfire, downhill tubing and three miles of crosscountry skiing, all on lit Warm up a southwest trails. Also, tractor-pulled Michigan winter weekend hay rides and refresh- with Lindsay Lou and the ments. It’s a great time to Flatbellys when they perget outdoors and enjoy form at the LMC Mendel your county parks.

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Hunter Ice

Festival Niles, Michigan

2015 Photos by AMBROSIA NELDON Hundreds of people crowded the streets of downtown Niles last weekend for the Hunter Ice Festival. Despite higher temperatures than usual, guests from all over Michigan were able to enjoy ice sculptures made by carvers from across the United States.