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Art for a cause

Event raises money for hungry children

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Benefit supports local arts, and South Sudan orphanage M

ISHAWAKA, Ind. — The Vineyard Church is hosting the seventh annual “Art for the Heart of Africa” benefit from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23. The event is designed as an evening devoted to honoring God’s gift of artistry through music, art and a benefit auction, and proceeds will support the New Generation Dreamland Children’s Home (an orphanage in Yei, South Sudan) as it strives to feed, educate and show love to their 130 children orphaned by war, poverty and famine. Every dollar raised will go directly to support this orphanage. The semi-formal event will feature art works from local and regional artists as well as items from the children of South Sudan.

In the past six years, Art for the Heart of Africa has raised more than $180,000. These funds have provided running water and solar electricity to the orphanage; built and supplied a medical clinic for children; began a goat farm that provided both income and nutrition for the Dreamland; built and furnished housing options for the children; put a roof on a school; started a (now) 35-acre farm to provide food for the orphanage and to sell in the local village; purchased a dump truck to transport crops

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In 2015, the organization’s goal of $25,000 will continue to improve the living conditions and education of the children of the New Generation Dreamland.

A team of seven men and women from The Vineyard Church recently returned from South Sudan. Among other projects, the team completed an art project with the children from Dreamland, which will be featured at the benefit. In addition to the children’s art, the event will feature work from 70 to 75 local and regional artists.

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Items will be sold through silent and live auctions throughout the evening.

For more information or to see the growing list of artists and their works, please see the Art for the Heart of Africa website, www.artfortheheartofafrica.org.

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South Bend Symphony Orchestra celebrates music of ABBA Oct. 30 concert is the first performance of the KeyBank Pops Series

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OUTH BEND, Ind. — Have the time of your life at the KeyBank Pops Series opener featuring the South Bend Symphony Orchestra and the music of ABBA at 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 30, at the Morris Performing Arts Center.

The South Bend Symphony Orchestra will be accompanied by Jeans ‘N Classics, the producers of last year’s successful “Music of Queen,” for this upbeat, discoinspired concert. Audience members may want to get up and dance to many of ABBA’s most popular works, including Dancing Queen and Mamma Mia, a song which inspired a classic Broadway musical bearing the same name.

Jeans ‘N Classics’ Stephanie Martin, Lis Soderberg, Katalin Kiss and Andrea Koziol are dedicated to building and fostering an appreciation for orchestral music in the next generation by mixing traditional instruments with an atmosphere that evokes a rock concert with the original artist.

World famous for their infectious lyrics and instantlyrecognizable sound, ABBA’s music has remained popular since the band’s inception in 1972. ABBA, whose group album sales are second only to The Beatles, is widely regarded as the first band from a non-English speaking country to enjoy success in English-speaking nations. The group was active from 1972 to 1982, and comprised of Swedish musicians Agnetha Fältskog, Björn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson and Anni-Frid Lyngstad.

Tickets start at $18 and are on sale at The Morris Box Office, by phone at (800) 537-6415 or online at www.

MorrisCenter.org. The Morris Box Office is open Monday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets also can be purchased at Hammes Bookstore/Eddy Street Commons, O’Brien Recreation Center and TG Music in Goshen. Tickets for full-time students are always $8 with photo ID. Guest artist underwriting is generously provided by Foegley Landscape Inc. Details for the full 2015 – 2016 season can be found at www.southbendsymphony.com

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ABOVE, Stephanie Martin; MIDDLE, Andrea Koziol; BOTTOM LEFT, Katalin Kiss; BOTTOM RIGHT, Lis Soderberg.

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SMC presents ‘Wait Until Dark’ October 16-18 Miranda Stepka wanted to portray a blind woman in Southwestern Michigan College’s suspenseful fall play, “Wait Until Dark,” because of her father.

The St. Joseph music major explains, “My dad is legally blind from macular degeneration. I feel really, really strongly about representations of people with disabilities in the media and entertainment.

Disabilities are viewed as handicaps that hold somebody back. I love Susy’s character because she doesn’t let it. She embraces it. In fact, it kind of gives her the advantage.

“My father is not totally blind, but his vision is slowly fading and he’s going blind. Portraying this role puts me in his shoes and helps me understand” beyond their mutual love of music.

Paul Mow directs the Frederick Knott play that inspired the 1967 Hollywood film of the same name starring Audrey Hepburn, nominated for a Best Actress

Oscar.

The film ranks in the top 10 of Bravo’s “100 Scariest Movie Moments” with its deadly game of cat and mouse.

SMC presents “Wait Until Dark” Oct. 16 at 7:30 p.m., Oct. 17 at 7:30 p.m. and Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. in the theatre of the Dale A. Lyons Building on SMC’s Dowagiac campus.

A sinister con man and two ex-convicts meet their match in Susy Hendrix, the blind Greenwich Village housewife targeted by their search for heroin hidden in a doll.

Her husband Sam (Collin Mattiford) innocently transported the doll from Canada as a favor to a woman since murdered.

Mow’s cast includes Josh Boger as Mike, Nicholas Ferragut as Carlino, Kal Anglin as Roat and Bruno Streck Rodrigues and Jordan Kenney as policemen.

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“It’s written so beautifully that you know the con men are up to bad things, but you feel for them,” she said. “I feel so lucky to be part of such an incredible show.”

Stepka, who appeared in last fall’s play, “The Matchmaker” and in the spring musical, “Into the Woods,” as Jack’s mother, said, “Musical theatre got me into straight theatre. I really, really like the intimacy of live theatre. I can’t pay attention to movies, but if I’m sitting in the audience at a stage show, I’m drawn to it because it’s there, happening raw and in the moment.”

Stepka considered cosmetology before embracing music.

“I really like working tech behind the scenes,” she said. “I would love to go into audio engineering. I also would really enjoy being a choral director or music teacher — or maybe even a music therapist. I’m not entirely sure yet. SMC is helping me find my niche.”

Stepka finds learning so many lines

challenging.

“Memorization is so much easier for a musical than when you’re just talking,” Stepka said. “I spend a couple of hours a day running it aloud. I recorded the other half of conversations with a webcam and say my lines back at myself. I pull out my script every chance I get.”

Tickets can be purchased online at swmich.edu/boxoffice and at the box office the night of the shows for $7 general admission, $5 for seniors and free to those 18 and under or with a student ID.

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Fernwood offering new fall planting event N

ILES, Mich. — It’s fall; think Brent Heath from Brent and Becky’s spring!

Bulbs in Gloucester, Virginia, has won Fernwood invites everyone to several awards including Gold Medal of Presenting Birthday Presenting a a Birthday celebrate the season at this new event for Honors from the Massachusetts Bash of Legendary Proportions Bash of Legendary Proportions all gardeners, Fernwood’s Bulb Bazaar, Horticultural Society, The American Presenting a Birthday Starring Fourofofthe theNations Nations Best Artists Four BestTribute Tribute Artis Saturday, Oct. 17.

Daffodil Society, and the NationalStarring Presenting a Birthday Bash of Legendary Proportions The bazaar will feature a rich blend of Garden Club of America as well as a Doug Church Bash of Legendary Proportions Irv Doug Church IrvCass Cass premium bulbs including the unusual lifetime achievement from the Garden Starring Four of the Nations Best Tribute Artists Starring Four of the Nations Best Tribute Artists and hard to find, as well as old favorites.

Writer’s Association. Brent and his wife Doug Church Irv Cass The bulb sale takes place from 10 a.m. to Becky have appeared on national televiDoug Church Irv Cass 6 p.m. Bulb expert, Brent Heath, will be sion and have co-authored two books: on site throughout the day offering an Daffodils for North American Gardens interactive workshop, informational preand Tulips for North American Gardens. sentations and book signing.

A book signing at the Bulb Bazaar will Fernwood will host the workshop, take place from 4 to 5 p.m.

As Elvis As Tom Jones “Creating Living Flower Arrangements Admission to the bulb sale is free.

As Elvis As Tom Jones Submitted photo Jeff Roberts with Layers of Bulbs,” presented by bulb Visitors may register for the workshop As Elvis As Tom Jones As Elvis As Tom Jones aficionado Brent Heath, from 10 to 11:30 Brent Heath will be feaand presentations on Fernwood’s website Jeff Roberts a.m. Heath also will offer two afternoon tured at Fernwood’s Bulb or by calling (269) 695-6491.

Jeff Roberts Jeff Roberts presentations with demonstrations on Bazaar, Oct. 17. ways to design and plant your new bulbs.

About Fernwood Botanical Garden “Bulbs as Companion Plants,” will run from 1 to 2 p.m. and Nature Preserve Steve Bobbitt and participants will learn how to combine bulbs, Fernwood is a place where nature blends with garperennials, annuals, ground covers and flowering shrubs dens and art to create an experience of wonder for all As Bobbitt Rod Stewart As Roy Orbison Steve Steve Bobbitt that will create just the feeling you want for four sea- ages. Fernwood comprises 105 acres on the St. Joseph Steve Bobbitt Sunday November 8th sons in your garden.

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Pick your poison CUISINE SCENE

Round Barn offers Halloween libations B ARODA, Mich. — The Round Barn family invites everyone to embrace autumn’s harvest season in Southwest Michigan at Round Barn Winery, Distillery and Brewery. Reveling in their favorite time of year, the owners and staff are excited to announce news bites direct from the vineyard, distillery and brewery.

the occasion and working their magic to capture your vote for ‘best costume.’ Beware...they may be lurking in the vineyard! Knee knocking and hair raising live music by the energetic Rebecca Anne Band will have the party rocking. Sip on spooktacular cocktails like our Witch’s Brew and feed your frightful Halloween fears with tasty grub from our grille. You’d be goulish to miss this party!

HalloWine at the Vineyard First up, Round Barn’s HalloWine Party at the winery estate, Saturday, Oct. 31: Round Barn will be conjuring up a spell for a fantastically fun HalloWine bash with wine, craft beer and spirits too. Join the party, starting at 1 p.m. until 7 p.m.

Eastern Time, by getting into costume and be treated to additional tasting tokens (with the purchase of a wine tasting). Count on the Round Barn team to be dressed for

Specialty Drinks for the season and printable Halloween Wine Labels Round Barn has you covered for your next themed party this month by offering a lineup of specialty cocktail recipes to mix it up along with themed wine labels to use on party bottles.

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EW BUFFALO, Mich. — The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians’ Four Winds Casinos will host Four Winds Uncorked, Untapped, Unwind at Four Winds New Buffalo’s Silver Creek Event Center from 2 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24.

The tasting event will feature award-winning, regionally produced wines, craft beers and fine spirits.

Tickets can be purchased exclusively through the Ticketmaster website, www.ticketmaster.com, or by calling (800) 745-3000. Ticket prices start at $30 plus applicable fees.

The inaugural tasting event will feature samples from local wineries, breweries and distilleries. Guests can interact with the craftsmen and women who are behind the scenes at favorite local spots such as Round Barn Winery, Journeyman Distillery and Tapistry Brewery. Plus, Four Winds Casinos will be offering seasonal food options for purchase to complement the tastings. Other local artisanal food items will be available for purchase and live music will enhance the tasting experience all day long.

Each ticket into the event includes admission, a souvenir glass and 10 tasting tickets that can be redeemed for food and drink samples. Additional tasting tickets are available for purchase at the event for $1 per tasting ticket. The following is a list of some of the impressive participants: • 12 Corners Winery • Cultivate Brewery • Domaine Berrien Vineyards • Founder’s Brewery

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SUPPLEMENT YOUR Applications should be reKenneth Smith, Inc. INCOME? ceived by 3pm October 27, Truck Drivers Pulling Have a few hours on your 2015 for primary conDump Trailers Wanted hands now that kids are sideration.

DRIVERS NEEDED: back in school? We have Cass County Road Commission is an an immediate need for Class A CDL and Dump trailer exp. preferred. Tritemporary and part-time state area, Home nights Equal Opportunity Employer.

HIRING employees. Open pos- and weekends, Fuel Savitions for 1st, 2nd & 3rd ings Sharing Program, CARPENTERS shifts.

Starting pay Safety Bonus, Health Be- Skilled Carpenters needed full-time for remodeling ranges from $9-15/hr. nefits. company. Framing, Finish Apply in person Locations and positions Trim, Drywall & Tiling 2596 Detroit Road (M-60) vary. abilities a plus. in Niles, MI South Bend, IN 46628 Apply in person at or call 269-684-5960 (574)289-1454 Zielke Homes to request application & Improvement, LLC. www.kennethsmithinc.com 10107 Red Arrow Highway, Bridgman, MI. MON-FRI 9am-5pm

NO NIGHTS NO WEEKENDS

AUTO AND LIGHT TRUCK TECHNICIAN

Very busy repair facility requires highly experienced, certified technician to add to our team. Must have own tools, be a team player and ready to meet the customer's needs. Excellent earning potential and benefits package. Apply in person to: Pro Muffler and Brake Shop 2094 S. M-139 Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269)926-2006

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS

Buchanan, Three Oaks, Galien General Labor Entry Level $8.75 - $10 Permanent, Fulltime Call 269-408-1980

(2) PT Licensed Practical Nurses

HOME CARE AIDE More details and application at

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MECHANIC

TRACTOR & TRAILER

Work 2nd shift 40+ hours per week, work on heavy duty truck equipment, dump trailers and related components. A minimum of 1 year experience is required.

Benefits.

Apply in person: 2596 Detroit Road (M-60) Niles, MI www.kennethsmithinc.com

Lake Michigan College has an opening for a Digital Communications Specialist MIT #6238646 Fab Masters has an opening for a CNC Machine Operator MIT #5667730 Home Sweet Home In Home Care has an opening for a Care Giver MIT #5616189 Apply at www.mitalent.org

LOCAL CDL-A DRIVERS WANTED

full time and part time, 7 days a week.

Extra Christmas money? Seasonal with possible full time. $18$22 an hour. Please Contact Kathleen at Greenworld (269)684-3700

RIVERIDGE MANOR CNA CLASSES

Are you interested in a rewarding career in healthcare?

Riveridge Manor in Niles is now accepting applicants for our upcoming CNA classes at no cost. Interested candidates must be available for full time on either 2nd or 3rd shift. Excellent pay and benefits as well as sign-on bonus offered.

Apply online at http://grace.vikus.net/app or in person at 1333 Wells Street, Niles

SUBS NEEDED TODAY

Substitute Teachers and Paraprofessionals needed in Berrien, Van Buren and, Cass Counties!! *90+ Credit hours needed* hvisco@edustaff.org 877-974-6338 x 130

With a career with Aflac there are no limits to what you can achieve. Contact Cindy at (269)208-3212 for further information

VOLUNTEER COORDINATOR

The Salvation Army Western Michigan Northern Indiana Niles Corps Community Center is looking for a Volunteer Coordinator. This position reports to the Social Service Director / Corps officers, with key responsibilities of volunteer coordination and the Feeding His Sheep Program.

The qualified candidate will be expected to work 8am 4pm, Monday through Friday, with some variance, depending on special programming or events. Coordinator will be expected to exemplify a leadership role and be a positive presence to all. College education and previous related work experience are preferred, as well as understanding of, and experience in working with, people. If you are friendly, enthusiastic, energetic, flexible and possess public relations and marketing skills, please send resume to: william_walters@ usc.salvationarmy.org, or mail them to: The Salvation Army Att. Major William Walters P.O. Box 1150 Niles, MI 49120

Instruction & Training

Apartments 412 2 BEDROOM

Recently remodeled, washer and dryer hook up, $625/month; water and trash included. $800 deposit. 1160 Lambert St, Apt 1, Niles MI. (574) 250-1212 Cassopolis

STONE LAKE MANOR

Senior Apartments.

2 months free on select units.

Spacious, two bedroom located on beautiful Stone Lake, Intercom entry building, elevator, emergency pull cords. Seniors 62 years or older. Rent starts at $631.00 (based on income).

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 Preferred 1-800-968-1792

Houses for Sale 500 3 BEDROOM 2 bathroom, 3 barns and a smoke house on 6.75 acres, surrounded farm land, beautiful area, $259K Call Mike Stover (269) 470-2995

309 FOR SALE BY OWNER

P.D.K. Firearm Instruction Concealed Pistol License Contact Paul: 269-462-2584 or Kelly: 269-783-6570 pdkfirearms.com

Rooms 406 ROOM FOR RENT

nice furnished room available for female in large farmhouse, quiet country living, handy to the US31 bypass, St. Joe, Benton Harbor as well as Berrien Springs, Niles & South Bend, located off old US31 between Niles & Berrien Springs, Michigan. Many former renters have been teachers at Notre Dame, private caregivers, and students at Andrews University or Lake Michigan College, sharing huge farm kitchen, living room & full bath with other quality ladies, all utilities included, no pets or smoking please, lease can be month to month.

Asking $175/month. If interested please leave message at 269-471-7177.

3 BED, 2 BA BRICK HOME WEDGWOOD PARK AREA $125,000 Beautiful home, freshly painted and updated, with brand new Frigidaire stainless steel cooktop and oven, for sale by owner. 3car-plus garage, fenced yard, cement patio and remodeled basement adds additional living space.

Call today to set up showing: (269) 325-2099 19435 Dresden Drive South Bend, IN

FOR SALE

HOWARD TWP This is your lucky day!

Secluded, 3 bedrooms Full Basement $ 98,500 Call or Text Chris Moore Freedom Realty (269)362-5665 (269)687-8484

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DINING ROOM SET

Dining set, pecan colored wood, table and six chairs, with china cabinet. $650 (269) 470-3001

FOR SALE

Marketing Action Plan!

Contact Violet today!

(269)635-8116 Let your dreams bloom with Violet Coldwell Banker Anchor 1400 W. Chicago Road Niles MI 49120

PRICE REDUCED!

6000 watt generator $200, gas log splitter $200, red fiberglass tonneau cover, came off of 2007 Chevy Silverado, 8' box $200.

Call (269) 782-3139

NEW TODAY

Adam buys JUNK CARS Adam Buys Repairable Cars Fixable Cars Wanted adamsjunkers.com Adam Pays the most!!

FREE PICKUP 7 days a week Title or not!!

(574) 300-6556

CASH

Garage-Yard Sales

669

Dowagiac - 33774 Crystal Springs St.

Along with many yard sale items, baked goods, there will be lots of arts and crafts, and breakfast and lunch will be served. Flea Market is for Kids Camp Scholarships.

SPONSORED BY POKAGON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

ment #1 GUTTERS

700

Lawn & Garden 648 EVERGREENS

Wanted to Buy

672

$$ WE BUY TREES $$

Walnut, White Oak, Hard and U dig, 2 - 5 ft., white pine, Soft Maple. Let our licensed Norway Spruce & Blue and insured team give you a Spruce, $12. free quote on your standing (269)683-4039 timber. Call or text: 269-760- 3830

Miscellaneous

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NEW TODAY

CEMETERY PLOTS FOR SALE

Two cemetery plots in Mission Hills Memorial Gardens Old Rugged cross. lot 356 units 3-4 $1500.00 for both. 269-449-2835 if interested.

721 Snow Removal 745 Autos for Sale 945 JACOBS LAWN & SNOW PLOWING 2012 Hyundai Free Estimates!

BOBCAT SERVICES Elantra Touring Don't wait too late!

Mowing/Landscaping, Grading, Topsoil/Gravel, Sod Installation, Brush Clearing, Auger, Light Hauling, Leaf Clean Up. Call (269)663-8770 or (574)215-0570

Tree Service

725 &

high lift work, insured.

(269)362-4331 or 683-1065 leave msg.

PAYNE'S TREE We do seamless gutters.

Free estimates, call SERVICE (269)782-0401 Tree Trimming & Removal.

Stump Grinding & Firewood.

HOME REPAIRS & Bobcat & Concrete Work.

REMODELING Insured. (269)663-8091 Over 30 years of experience, THE CUTTING EDGE tile work, kitchens, bathPRO TREE CARE rooms, decks & porches, Complete Tree Service windows & doors, window SAME DAY ESTIMATES wrapping, siding, fascia & soffit. Call Randy (269)782- Insured, Competitive Rates.

269-687-4972 3139 (269)208-9838 MAURER QUALITY CARPENTRY

Complete home improvement.

Kitchens, bathrooms, decks, windows, on 4 acres, 3 buildings with NEW TODAY doors, etc.

Call Jeff 11 ft. door (50x100, 50x90, Dowagiac - 56332 M-51 (574)532-4735 50x88) 1 building with 8 ft. South MK door (50x134). Call for more MOVING SALE info. (269)684-1854 CONSTRUCTION Friday 10/16 Pole barn & other garages specialist. Roofing Siding, Collectibles 602 9am - 5pm THE MARKET PLACE One day only! Many items! Framing and more. Over 40 years experience. Licensed.

Indoor Flea Market HOUSE DEMOLITION Contact Michael N. Knepple 2428 S. 11th St., Niles SALE (269)476-9777 40 vendors bringing many Windows, Ceiling Fans, items weekly. We are full but Washer / Dryer, Fireplace, MR. MAINTENANCE have a waiting list. We buy etc. good to excellent shape.

FREE ESTIMATES estates and single items. 31858 S. Court on Magician Roofing, Siding & Windows, (269)262-4333 Lake. Call (312) 907-1972 Light Hauling & Spring Clean-Ups, No Inside or for details.

Outside job too big or small.

Household MerNiles - 109 N. 15th St. 642 Low affordable rates.

GARAGE SALE chandise (269)591-1403 FRI 10/16 & SAT 10/17 BILL'S USED WILLIAMS 9am - 5pm APPLIANCES Boys, ladies, and men's CONSTRUCTION Don't miss the deals! clothing, shoes, coats Home Improvement & Hours: Mon-Fri. 10a-5pm Maintenance household goods, too much Sat. 10a-3pm Repairs, Remodel, Windows, to list.

Closed Sunday Siding, Additions, Painting, Niles - 1340 Sycamore St. 2324 S. 11th St. Niles Plumbing & More St. Paul's Lutheran Church (269) 340-5952 Certified mobile home work Ladies Aid Accepting major credit cards Rummage and Bake Sale (269)635-1527 Merchandise for Friday Oct 16 643 williamsconstructco@gmail.com 9am-2pm Sale Saturday Oct 17 Roof Repair 712 ELLIPTICAL 9am - 1pm FRYMAN’S ROOFING Pro-form ZE3, 12 pro12pm - 1pm Saturday grammed workouts, mp3 FRYMAN'S SEAMLESS $5.00 Box Sale compatible, two years old.

(Rummage Only) GUTTERS & SIDING $175 (269)635-8484 Your home exterior experts.

Land For Sale 510 LAND & BUILDINGS

Off The Water, Michiana

for junk and unwanted BACKWOODS TREE STAR WARS Text or call Star wars toys and action vehicles!

STUMP SERVICE figures on sale in Dowagiac, (574)302-7772 Licensed & insured.

Michigan. Vintage AFA and Nick: (269) 254-6634 RECORDS Modern.

Sam: (269) 591-5386 Vinyl Record Collections.

RADIANT ROGUE GAMES Call (269) 471-3011 C & S MARSH 204 S FRONT ST. TREE SERVICE DOWAGIAC, MI Home ImproveTrees, brush, stump removal,

COMMUNITY YARD SALE FLEA MARKET & BAKE SALE SATURDAY, OCT 17th 9 am - 3 pm

Adorable starter home in Niles.

Clean, 2 BDR, 1 BA. Large fenced yard.

Call Mary 574-298-2737 Cressy Everett Real Estate

10 CLASS ADAMS JUNKERS Lawn Service

Quality guaranteed! Locally Owned for 50 years. (269)7825008 (David & Terri Fryman)

MIDWEST ROOFING

TREE & STUMP REMOVAL

Free Estimates!

Certified & Fully Insured We also supply & deliver firewood Hinz Landscaping LLC (269)695-2937 or (574)876-6218

Antenna Service

737

WE WILL BUY

Misc. Services 747 KLIMEK ENTERPRISES

Electrical Contracting, No Job Too Big or Small. Free Quotes.

Affordable Pricing, Licensed & Insured. (269)684-6290 or (269)470-4097.

POLE BARNS & GARAGES

BY NIEBOER

Pole Barns, Garages, Quality Built. Licensed & Insured. Ross Nieboer (269)684-6673

Quality Clock Repair

Front Street Framery 801 E. Front St. Buchanan House Calls, Free Estimates (269)409-1031

QUALITY GARAGE DOORS

Sales, service & installation of garage doors & openers.

Call owner Steve Baxter for your free estimate today.

(269)683-9000

SEPTIC SYSTEM REPAIR

WHY PAY TO WATCH TV? And any other excavating DUMP YOUR DISH OR CABLE needs. Licensed in TriCounty area. Call Deer Path Excavating (269)208-5180

Painting Service

754

One time affordable fee and and it's free. Variety of Free HD & Digital channels, use your own wiring, complete installation & repair, tower removal.

J.M. HUNT Call for Free Estimates ENTERPRISES, LLC today!

Painting & Drywall. Insured.

(269)357-6352 Free Estimates.

Family antennasplus1.com Owned & Operated for Over Concrete Service 739 50 years. 269-683-4442.

BRADY CONCRETE

Specializing in Flat work of all type, seawalls, stamped concrete & Bobcat Service. Free estimates. Insured. Fast, dependable service. (269)4453349 or (269)591-0100

Elderly Care 756 KARE SERVICES

Compassionate Home Care Services (269)684-1984 (574)292-2900 C & C CONCRETE email:KKaidanRay@aol.com Flat work of all kinds, www.KAREService.com

stamping, sidewalks, concrete patching, patios, 757 driveways and pole barns. Cleaning Service No job too small. Free RICK'S Estimates.

Insured POWER WASHING (269)228-1163 We specialize in

WEAVER CONCRETE

driveways, porches, patios, Family owned since 1984. tear out/replace, all repairs, Lifetime Warranty Shingles brick, block, stone, fireFlat Roofs & Gutter Covers. places. Will fix wet baseCall (269)684-7199 ments big or small, inside BUYING ROOFING and out. Landscaping. Fast repairable scrap and undependable service. Aaron wanted vehicles, top dollar (269)655-4158 paid. Call or text for a free Masonry Service 740 quote today. Free towing.

Kevin (817)437-0450 MICHIANA MASONRY your junk car. We haul for free. Paying up to $1500 Fall Special, $1.99 sq. ft., cash. Please call anytime includes shingles & labor.

269-687-8098 Call (269)808-9012

Hopper Excavating (269)783-1744

& CONSTRUCTION

All your Masonry needs!

Chimney Cleaning. Insured & Bonded.

Senior discounts.

(269)362-1566

cement power washing.

RVs, Homes, Decks, Cement Sidewalks, Driveways, Serving Cass, Dowagiac and Niles.

Free Estimates.

Senior Discounts.

90% of our customers are satisfied.

Will beat any competitors estimates!

We clean gutters.

Call (269) 470-9507 or (269) 470-9498 Rick Cozzolino WE BRING THE CLEAN!

49k Silver in color Stock # 1231 Just pay your Tax, Title, Fees and drive away!! $300.00 Monthly No Interest!

No Credit Checks!

Trade in's welcomed!

Call Scarletts (269)461-4197

FOR SALE

T R o F a e o b m e S

2004 PT Cruiser Touring Edition $3795 2002 Chevrolet Tracker one owner $3995 2006 Ford Escape XLT 4wd $6495 2006 Ford Focus ZX3 5 speed $3795 R 57748 M51 South, t Dowagiac H (269)782-5643

FOR SALE

Ford 2012 Edge SEL, 1 owner, no accidents, non smoker, burgundy, very nice car, $13,990.

Ford 2010 Focus SEL, local trade, heated leather, power moon roof, low miles. $44.12 per week (WAC) Buick 2007 Rendezvous CXL, 3rd row seating, heated leather seats, navigation, chrome wheels. Really nice & clean. $8,990 Pontiac 2008 GC, V-6, 3.5, automatic, power moon roof, traction control, power windows, locks, mirrors, extremely clean Murdock's Used Cars (269)683-8677 Guaranteed Financing

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2010 Hyundai Elantra Red t Stock#1236 M 43k! You can't beat that! b Tax , Title and fees are your w down payment a $275/mo No Interest! w No Credit Checks!

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1 Pay NO interest!

AMAZING!!! s NO Credit Checks m Just pay Tax Title and fees!! $275 Monthly Call Scarletts and ask for Stock # 1201 269-461-4197

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Oct. 16

The new Michiana Roller Skating Rink opens at 6 p.m. this Friday, Oct. 16, and all are invited to come experience the sparkle of the newly renovated building that was the former Regal Lanes, located at at 1121 W. Eighth Street in Mishawaka.

Oct. 17

Registration is open for the Pumpkin Harvest Hustle in Coloma. The 5K run/walk will begin at 9 a.m. The 10K run/walk will begin at 10 a.m. A costume contest will begin at 8 a.m. Cost is $25 for those who register before Oct. 3.

Register online at www. itsyourrace.com type in Coloma in search. For more information email colomaboosters@att. net

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On Saturday, Oct. 17, at 3 p.m., the Heritage Museum & Cultural Center and the History Center at Courthouse Square are teaming up again for “Haunted Saint Joseph” walking tours.

The tours will meet at the corner of State and Market Streets, and will begin with a guided walking tour. The tours are weather permitting with a rain date scheduled for Oct. 24 if necessary. Donations of $5 are asked to support both organizations’ programs and tours.

Contact the Heritage Museum at (269) 9831191 to reserve your spot for the tours, or for more information.

Oct. 22-25

Barn Swallow’s presentation of Shakespear’s “MacBeth — the 1928 Version” will be October 22, 23, 24 and 25 with evening shows at 7:30 and the Sunday matinee at 2 p.m. For more information, contact Director David Blair at (269) 699-5236 or Carol at (269) 445-2511.

Oct. 20

The Four Flags Garden Club of Niles, will gather on Tuesday, Oct. 20, from 5 to 6:45 p.m., at

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the Niles Amtrak Depot for Fall clean-up of the gardens. Area volunteers are needed to help with such – bring work gloves and give the group a hand. At 7 p.m. members will gather at the Niles Law Enforcement Complex, 1600 Silverbrook (and East Main).

Refreshments will be served and a business meeting will follow.

Guests and potential new members are welcome. If anyone would like to learn more about the club, or would like to attend this meeting, contact Elaine at (269) 6835292.

Oct. 23 The Vineyard Church is hosting the seventh annual “Art for the Heart of Africa” benefit on Friday, Oct. 23, from 6:30 to 9 p.m., an evening devoted to honoring God’s gift of artistry through music, art, and a benefit auction. The benefit will support the New Generation Dreamland Children’s Home (an orphanage in Yei, South Sudan) as it strives to feed, educate and show love to their 130 children orphaned by war, poverty and famine. Every dollar raised will go directly to support this orphanage. The semi-formal event will feature art works from local and regional artists as well as items from the children of South Sudan.

Oct. 23

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Have you ever thought about forming a Green Team, starting a recycling program at work, exploring your energy and water use, or sparking employee wellness to create a healthier workplace?

The Greening Your Business Seminar will give you the motivation and tools to get started down that greener pathway. This ½ day seminar has something for everyone.

To register on-line visit our website www.mgssbf.org. Cost is $35 for members and $45 for non-,embers. Members include all employees from each member businesses. Or call 2)69) 588-0222 or email info@ mgssbf.org Registration rate increases an additional $10 after Oct. 14 so those interested are

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WHAT'S HAPPENING? encouraged to register today.

Oct. 24 The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians’ Four Winds Casinos recently announced that it will host Four Winds Uncorked, Untapped, Unwind at Four Winds New Buffalo’s Silver Creek Event Center on Saturday, Oct. 24, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. The tasting event will feature award-winning, regionally produced wines, craft beers and fine spirits. Tickets can be purchased beginning on Wednesday, September 16 at 10 a.m. Eastern exclusively through the Ticketmaster Web site, www.ticketmaster.com, or by calling (800)7453000. Ticket prices start at $30 plus applicable fees.

Renowned violinist and South Bend Symphony Orchestra concertmaster Zofia Glaushauser joins the orchestra for the first installment of the June H. Edwards Chamber Series Sunday, Oct. 25 at 2:30 p.m. at the DeBartolo Performing Arts Center.

Tickets are $35 and are on sale at The DeBartolo Box Office, by phone at 574.631.2800 or online at www.PerformingArts.

ND.edu. Tickets also can be purchased at Hammes Bookstore/ Eddy Street Commons, O’Brien Recreation Center and TG Music in Goshen. Tickets for fulltime students are always $8 with photo ID.

(269) 449-6935.

LEGEND

Oct. 30 The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians’ Four Winds Casinos recently announced a concert by Gregg Allman at Four Winds New Buffalo’s Silver Creek Event Center on Friday, October 30, at 9 p.m.

Eastern. Tickets for the concert can be purchased beginning on Friday, June 5 at 10 a.m. Eastern exclusively through the Ticketmaster Web site, www.ticketmaster.com, or by calling (800) 745-3000.

Ticket prices start at $50 plus applicable fees.

Nov. 4 The Junior Arts Club of Dowagiac will celebrate its annual Guest Night on Wednesday, Nov. 4, at the Timberline Inn, Dowagiac, with cocktails at 6 p.m. and dinner at 6:30 p.m. Dinner choices are butternut squash ravioli ($25), pecan crusted chicken ($26) and Canadian walleye ($30). Dinner includes salad, gourmet table, baked potato (excluding pasta), homemade chocolate mousse, coffee or tea, tax and tip. The program will be music by The Strumbums, a ukulele band. Email Diane Celie at dfcelie@gmail. com or call Diane Celie at (574) 340-1575 or Martha Turney at 4245091 for reservations by October 26. Those attending are asked to bring a check or correct change, based on your dinner choice.

Nov. 6

The Youth Farm School & Crizer Farms annual Fright night is being held on Oct. 24, from 6 to 11 p.m. at 854 Olive Branch Road, Galien, Michigan.

This year Creepy, Spooky & Haunted Corn Maze will feature new special effect and and blood chilling sound effects. For the children or those too scared to venture in the maze, there will be Movies under the stars, hot refreshments and snacks with an open pit fire. The corn maze is open daily 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. For group rates, directions or more information call Leslie at

Nov. 7

The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians’ Four Winds Casinos are pleased to announce a concert by Rhiannon Giddens at Four Winds New Buffalo’s Silver Creek Event Center on Friday, Nov. 6, at 9 p.m.

Tickets for the concert can be purchased beginning on Friday, Sept. 18, at 10 a.m.

Eastern exclusively through the Ticketmaster Web site, www.ticketmaster.com, or by calling (800)745-3000.

Ticket prices start at $20 plus applicable fees.

Area crafters, artists and photographers, woodworkers, metalworkers, jewelry makers, and other artisans are invited to reserve a booth to exhibit and sell their work during The Mendel Center Holiday Bazaar.

The annual event, which draws hundreds of holiday shoppers each year, will be held Saturday, Nov. 7, 2015, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Grand Upton Hall.

Registration fees are $75 for an 8’ x 10’ booth, and $140 for an 8’ x 20’ booth. All booths include access to electrical outlets, tables, and chairs.

Vendors may set up Friday, Nov. 6, from 4 to 7 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 7, from 6 to 8:45 a.m. For a registration form, email Brittany Watts at bwatts@lakemichigancollege.edu or call The Mendel Center at 269-927-8606. The registration deadline is Monday, Nov. 2, 2015.

St. Anthony de Padua Parish is sponsoring its 23rd Annual Holidday Craft Bazaar from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 7, in the school auditorium on the corner of E. Jefferson Boulevard and Ironwood Drive in South Bend. A lunch and bake sale will also be avaialable.

Nov. 14 Parents without Partner’s Dance will be held every second Saturday through the end of the year. The dance will be from 7 to 11 p.m. at ZB Falcon’s Hall, located at 323 South Sheridan at Western in South Bend, Indiana. There will be music by a DJ. About 130 will attend and include an even mix of men and women. For more information, call (574) 703-7362.

St. Paul Lutheran Ladies Circle at Cassopolis, Michigan will be hosting its Holiday Potpourri Bazaar on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is held at the church located at 305 West State St. in Cassopolis.

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Business

Movies

Community

Theatre

Crafts

Music

Religious

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spaces are available and area artists, crafters and entrepreneurs are invited to share their talents and wares with the community. Contact Jenny Bischoff for more information and to rent a space, at (269) 7827484.

Dec. 11-13

The Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Indians’ Four Winds Casinos will host performances by the critically-acclaimed Cirque Dreams Holidaze at Four Winds New Buffalo’s Silver Creek Event Center.

Performances will be on Friday, Dec. 11 at 8 p.m.

Eastern; Saturday, Dec. 12 at 9 p.m.; and on Sunday, Dec. 13 at 5 p.m. Tickets can be purchased beginning on Friday, Sept. 25, at 10 a.m. Eastern exclusively through the Ticketmaster Web site, www.ticketmaster.com, or by calling (800)745-3000.

Ticket prices start at $25 plus applicable fees.

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Celebrating another harvest Despite the fall theme, idyllic summer-like weather no doubt encouraged many to check out the sights, sounds and smells of downtown Dowagiac during Saturday’s fifth annual Under the Harvest Moon Festival. Hundreds flocked to Front Street during the daylong festival, enjoying the dozens of modern and vintage tractors and farm equipment on display as well as live musical performances. Adults also had the chance to enjoy some autumn tastes outside the Wounded Minnow Saloon, where the local business hosted a wine and craft beer tent. Children had lots to enjoy that day as well, including pumpkin decorating outside the MKSOD studio, fire training exhibitions by the Dowagiac Fire Department, and games and activities hosted by Miss Dowagiac and her court of honor.

Leader photo/TED YOAKUM