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SPOTLIGHT

Much Ado About Nothing Actors from the London Stage visit Notre Dame this weekend

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OTRE DAME, Ind – Shakespeare at Notre Dame and Actors From The London Stage (AFTLS) will present William Shakespeare’s "Much Ado About Nothing" on Sept. 17, 18, and 19 at 7:30 p.m. at Notre Dame’s Washington Hall. Tickets are $22 for adults, $12 for students and free for guests under-18.

Tickets are available now at the University’s DeBartolo Performing Arts Center ticket office call (574) 631-2800 or visit performingarts.nd.edu.

Audience members are invited to experience one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies like they have never seen it before!

Five actors from London’s most prestigious stages as they bring to life every role in this family-friendly tale of love and mischief.

Featuring the legendary sparring of Beatrice and Benedick, "Much Ado About Nothing" marries hilarity with meditations on honor, shame and deceit. Shakespeare’s celebrated battle of the sexes carries the audience on a journey from antagonism to love with humor and a whole lot of negotiating.

Based in London, England and produced on campuses throughout the nation by Shakespeare at Notre Dame, AFTLS sends a new self-directed ensem-

ble of five professional actors to the United States twice a year to universities across the nation. Actors From The London Stage, whose members hail from such prestigious theater companies as the Royal Shakespeare Company, the National Theatre of Great Britain and Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre, has called Notre Dame its American home since 2000.

Shakespeare at Notre Dame consists of the McMeel Family Chair in Shakespeare Studies, the Ryan Producing Artistic Director, the Notre Dame Shakespeare Festival, Actors From The London Stage, ancillary lectures and events, and library collections. Its mission is to become the pre-eminent venue for the study and performance of the works of Shakespeare, providing Notre Dame and the wider community an on-campus culture steeped in the works of Shakespeare both on the page and on the stage.

PERFORMANCE LOCATION, DATES, AND TIMES: Washington Hall | Notre Dame, IN 46556 Wednesday, Sept. 17 at 7:30 p.m.

Thursday, Sept. at 7:30 p.m.

Friday, Sept. 19 at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets: $22 - $12; under-18 free with paid adult.

For tickets, visit performingarts.nd.edu or call 574-631-2800.

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Five actors from London will perform a Shakespearean classic three nights at Notre Dame.

2014 Youth Day Parade Registration Underway! this years theme:

“Sea you at feStival”

Route: eastside Park, 17th St. to apple festival Grounds.

Saturday - September 20, 2014 Line up at 12:30 at Eastside Park Parade time at 1:00pm

Take a ride back on our shuttle every half hour starting at 2. Located by the main building.

We encourage groups, organizations, schools, home-schools, day care centers, churches, floats and individuals to join us!

PARADE ENTRY FORM Return Entry to: Kellie McCombs P.O. Box 672 • Niles, MI 49120 (269)687-9294 Name: _____________________ Age: _________ Type of Entry (please describe) ________________________________________ ________________________________________ ________________________________________ Contact Person: ___________________________ Phone: _____________________ City: ________ For more information

www.fourflagsapplefestival.org Entries will be judged on: • Best use of theme • Most Creative Entry For each of these categories: Decorated Bikes, Motorized Vehicles, Strollers, Wagons and costumes Following the Parade: Free hot dogs, snacks and beverages for all. Free games, prizes, Puppet show starting at 2:00.

Bounce House and Boy Scouts Bridge too.

Refreshments provided by: Apple Festival, Curious Kids Museum and Greater Niles Community Federal Credit Union. Games sponsored by Niles Service League and McDonalds.

• All Children Welcome when accompanied by a parent • No animals please

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FOCUS

College student releases first published book

By Jill K. McDonald

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roy S. Sweers of Union, Michigan, is a newly published author. His book “Return” was just released on Sept. 9.

His target audience is young adults, science fiction fans, horror fans and fans of all things post-apocalyptic.

Sweers describes the book as a post-apocalyptic fiction novel following a group of human survivors as they fight to take the earth back from the powerful and mysterious Faceless invaders. Using humanity’s own wars, fuel consumption and careless use of resources, the Faceless easily took control of the earth in humanity’s weakest moments.

Humanity is on the verge of extinction, and there is nowhere left to hide from earth’s new rulers. No matter how little hope is left, no matter how many losses the survivors take, humanity will never give in without a fight, not even after they have already lost.

Sweers said he absolutely loves writing his own fiction.

“I’m constantly coming up with stories in my head.

I’m imaging different scenarios and plot-lines, which play out in my mind sort of like a movie,” the author said.

Not only is this Sweers first published book, but also it is the first book he has ever written in general.

Once he finished his manuscript, he sent it out to some close friends to get their feedback. When positive remarks came back, he said he decided to send it out to several publishing companies.

Sweers wanted to have his book published not for the money or to get his name out, but for the satisfaction of knowing that others would be reading and enjoying a story he thought up on his own.

“It’s always such an honor when somebody takes interest in something you came up with,” Sweers said.

After waiting patiently, Tate Publishing accepted Sweers book for publication. After he read and signed a contract, his manuscript was sent back and forth between he and the editors to make it spotless.

He then followed instructions from the publisher and

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Troy Sweers, of Union, recently published "Return", available in book stores now. waited for details on the release of his book and what he could do as a new author to promote it.

For aspiring authors, Sweers suggested, “Write your ideas down, even if they’re very basic ideas. If

you like the thought enough, you’ll be able to flesh out the rest more easily if your original starting point is written down.”

When writing fictional stories, Sweers found it helpful to create what he

refers to as a “story tree.”

This is a timeline of diverging events that could happen in his story. He used this method to brainstorm many different paths his story could take, each with their own ending.

Though Sweers grew up in Union, Michigan, close to the Indiana border, he attended Elkhart Christian Academy, and graduated from Concord High School. He currently is a sophomore at Grace College and Seminary in Winona Lake, working toward a degree in web design and development.

Once he earns his college degree, he plans to work for the RV panel factory Positron, where he will train under his father who owns the company.

His dream job is to work for an accomplished video game developer as a storywriter or conceptual artist.

Sweers is an avid gamer and considers games a high form of art. As he plays, he analyzes every aspect — the mechanics, physics, storyline, art style and music compositions.

“It would be an honor for one of my own stories to be made into a game some day,” Sweers said.

Troy Sweers book is available through bookstores nationwide, from the publisher at www.tatepublishing.com/bookstore, or by visiting barnesandnoble.com or amazon.com.

To connect with the author and to be informed of upcoming book signings, find him on Facebook at www.facebook.com/returnbook.

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CUISINE SCENE

Learn to cook Martin's offers fall cooking classes

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By D. E. Messick

TEVENSVILLE, Mich. – Ready for fall? So is Martin’s Cooking School in Stevensville, Michigan.

This month, a special glutenfree cooking class will be held from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 24 and will feature a fall favorite: apples!

“Apples are synonymous with this time of year in Michigan,” said Lisa Micunek, coordinator for the Stevensville Martin’s Super Market School of Cooking.

Fresh from the Apple Orchard will feature dinners, breakfasts, lunch items and yes, desserts, made using apples as a main ingredient.

“Primarily, people think of apples as a ‘sweets’ thing,” she said of the class. “We’re showing them different ways to think outside the box with apples.”

Locally famous chef Darcy Bloss will lead the class. She

began teaching around four years ago at the Granger location. She and her husband own the Max Black Fine Arts Studio and she was also a contestant in the Dancing with out Stars 2013 Miracle Auction for the Center for the Homeless.

Bloss specializes in glutenfree cooking and baking, thanks a gluten allergy she children developed at a young age.

“She does a great job with these hands-on experiences,” Micunek said.

Bloss will verbally walk participants through each recipe.

They will then be divided into small groups, and each group will have around two hours make two or three dishes based on the recipes listed above. After all the dishes are finished, participants will get to sit down at a banquet table to enjoy all the dishes they made together.

The Martin’s School of Cooking is a state-of-the-art

classroom sponsored by KitchenAid, with major appliances and countertop appliances from the manufacturer.

The classroom overlooks the sales floor and a gathering space where many different types of groups meet regularly.

Martin’s usually holds five public classes per month at the facility. It is only the third school of cooking in the Martin’s Supermarket chain of stores.

Registration for the ‘Fresh from the Apple Orchard’ cooking class with Chef Darcy Bloss is $30 per person. For more information, contact Lisa Micunek at lmicunek@martinssupermarkets.com or by calling (269) 4291711.

Fo o d items w hich w ill be made inclu de: • Bake d apple donut ho les • Bake d pan cake puff • Apple baco n chutney • Apple fritte rs • Apple cider caramel sauc e • Currie d ap ple and spin a ch d ip • Apple waterc ress salad an d peanut dre ssing • Apple cider muffins • Granny sm ith and swee t potato stack s w ith honey lemo n drizzle • Tart apple a nd shrimp in creamy mustard an d vermo uth sa uce • Darcy ’s Gra ndma’s rustic a pple tart and B avarian apple torte w ith cinna mon whippe d cream

Toast the Coast at the 5th Annual Weko Beach Brewers Fest Black Lillies to headline this signature craft beer event

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ridgman, Mich – Save the date for the upcoming Weko Beach Brewers Fest on Saturday, Sept. 27 from 1-7 p.m. Eastern Time. The Greater Bridgman Area Chamber of Commerce and Growth Alliance invites visitors to a relaxing fall day on a pristine beach. There, they can enjoy award-winning Michigan craft beers that are as spectacular as its harvest sunsets.

The Weko Beach Brewers Festival is a showcase event to sample (tastes or mug) more than 60 wonderful locally produced craft beers from 15 breweries across the state of Michigan – all under two big-top tents. Wrap this into a day filled with sun and sand, tasty cuisine from local restaurants, live music, a dazzling sunset and you have one fantastic fall festival!

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Participating breweries this year include Arbor, Hideout, Arcadia, Schmohz, Bell's, Shorts, Greenbush, Rochester Mills, Paw Paw, Round Barn, Arclight, Mountain Town (Formerly Mt. Pleasant), Perrin, The Livery, Saugatuck and Tapistry.

MUSIC LINEUP:

The high-energy atmosphere created by the all-day music at Brewers Fest is a crowdpleaser like no other. This year's headliner is Americana/Roots-Rock band, Black Lillies.

The lead singer Cruz Contreras is from Bridgman, Michigan and is eager to perform for his hometown. The Black Lillies come to the Weko stage this year with a unique sound that is embraced by fans old and young that everyone is sure to enjoy. The band Rolling Stone Magazine selected as one of Summer 2014's "Ten Artists You Need To Know" will rock the stage as our musical headliner.

They've enthralled audiences at festivals ranging from Bonnaroo and South by Southwest to CMA Fan Fair and Stagecoach, won two Independent Music Awards, and Submitted photo played the Grand Ole Opry more than any The Black Lillies, featuring a lead singer from other independent band.

Opening bands rounding out the fantastic Bridgman, will headline the Weko Beach Brewers music programming are Slim Gypsy Baggage Fest. and Top Secret Band.

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New opportunities at the ARS Fall Classes 2014

ADULT CLASSES: CONVERSATIONAL ITALIAN w/ Lucia Liano Tuesday, Sept. 30-Nov. 18, 5:30-7p.m. ($105) For this Conversational Italian class, some language experience is required. This class is for those of you who know Italian words and phrases and are ready to take the next step towards speaking and communicating more effectively, with a better understanding of the Italian language. There will be a focus on practical communication, while students expand their Italian vocabulary, improve their Italian and enjoy a cultural experience along the way.

MOSAIC w/ Toni Smith Wednesday, Oct. 1-Nov. 19, 1-3 p.m. ($125) Students will get the basic foundations of this age-old medium. You will be working with several options and materials that will give you a world of choices in colors and textures to create your own lines and designs. During the first class, students will choose their surface to embellish and during week two, begin working on their piece of art.

ART 21 & MORE SATURDAY FILM SERIES w/ Various Presenters Saturday, Oct. 4-Nov. 22, 11-12:30 p.m. *Free donations encouraged Films will explore 21st Century American artists who took self-expression and the artistic process into uncharted territory. These artists have used an enormous variety of media and draw on sources ranging from pop culture and politics to ethnic heritage, classical models, and deeply personal life experiences.

ARS GALLERY PRESENTS: WINE EDUCATION w/ Victoria Buckley *Call the gallery for details Wednesday, Oct. 1-29, 5:15-6:30 p.m. ($75) We will be sharing a variety of old and new world wines in this class, from Spanish to Italian, and Chilean to New Zealand. She will share information from each of the vineyards about their process and varietals, grapes, as well as how to taste, smell, and pair your wines with food. Each class will include small bite pairings so you may also enjoy the experience of proper pairings.

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YOUTH CLASSES: HOME SCHOOL ART STUDIO w/ Various Artists Tuesday, Sept. 30-Nov. 25 or Thursday Oct. 2-Dec. 4, 10-11:30 a.m.

(6-9 years) or 12:30-2 p.m. (10-15 years) Our focus will be art history, followed by creating artworks inspired by well-known artists. Students will work in a variety of media, using experimentation and developing their own style.

CERAMICS w/ Morgan Ingle Thursday, Oct. 2 — Nov. 13, 5-6:30 p.m.

(9-13 years) $85 Students will learn basic hand-building techniques, while creating functional/utilitarian pieces as well as sculptural non-functional works of art. You will explore different glazes and application techniques as you delve into the world of clay. All pieces will be glazed, fired and ready to take home For more information go to annarussoart.com (269) 2084409 arsarts.culture@gmail.com

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The vegan breakfast challenge Less than a week ago, I was hiking in the Peruvian Andes on a five day trek to Machu Picchu. It was an incredible experience covering over 100 kilometers of varying mountain terrain.

I saw everything from snow capped peaks and glaciers to avocados growing by the side of the trail in the jungle. It was some of the most gorgeous countryside I’ve ever seen.

One of the best things about being in the Andes, was the opportunity to try a lot of the staples of the ancient mountain people.

To the Inca civilization, crops such as potatoes and quinoa, that could grow at high altitudes, were critical to their survival. As it were, we ate a ton of quinoa and potatoes on the trail. It was fine with me, as these are two of my favorite staples, especially when I need the kind energy you need when you have to hike upwards of seven hours a day.

I was extremely lucky on this trip to have my own cook making me vegan meals and snacks the entire time. In fact, one of the rea-

sons I picked the hiking company I did, was because they had photos of a vegetarian menu option on their web site. In a lot of foreign countries, I would be concerned about the grasp of a vegan menu, especially for breakfast. Even right here in the USA, it’s difficult for a lot of people to grasp what to make a vegan for breakfast. Fortunately, the indigenous dependance on quinoa afforded me some of the best traveling meals I’ve ever had at a breakfast table.

One dark and windy predawn morning I was sitting at the table in my winter coat shivering off both sleep and cold, when the cook appeared and set a tin cup full of steaming quinoa with apples and cinnamon in front of me. The sweet breakfast cereal warmed my soul and was just what I needed to fuel my mind and body enough to climb a mountain and hike about 10 hours that day.

The warm breakfast cereal was comforting, and quinoa is packed with protein, so it’s probably about

the best thing you can eat on cranberries or currents. using amaranth and adda chilly morning before a I’ve also seen other ver- ing chia or flax seeds; get long day. Also, it was deli- sions of this creative! cious! I made a note right away to recreate it when I returned to Chicago, and it’s the first of many Peruvian recipes that I set out to make.

I used pears instead of apples, because that’s what I had, but I think this would also really work well with dried

Quinoa Porage Yield: two servings 2/3 cup quinoa, rinsed 1/2 cup water 1/2 cup soy milk + 1/4 cup water 2 teaspoons agave nectar or carob syrup 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon A dash nutmeg 1 cup sliced pear or apple Combine the quinoa and water in a medium sauce pan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer about 10 minutes.

Stir in the soy milk and additional water, fruit, sweetener, and spices.

Simmer another 5-7 minutes. Add more soy milk or water if you want a thinner porridge.

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— Anyone who has driven down Church Street through Bridgman recently may have seen Pamela Kirkham painting in her garage, her summer studio, creating abstract backgrounds for her new series that combines abstraction and realism. Now, people can view the finished product.

Pamela Kirkham’s entry -“Fight or Flight” can be viewed at ArtPrize in Grand Rapids, Michigan at sBridgewater Place, 333 Bridge Street between rSept. 24 and Oct. 12, 2014.

During the winter, the nartist paints highly detailed flying creatures that are afeatured in her work. The yidea for the series came about when a close friend of hers was diagnosed with cancer and Pam wanted to create works of art that would help him escape tfrom his pain and suffer:ing, if only for a short time.

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All God’s Children visit the Box Factory

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eturning to the Box Factory by popular demand is Gemini with the All God’s Children Choir on at 7:30 p.m. Sept.

27.

Organizers at the Box Factory say the choir’s show last year was a rousing, inspiring crowd pleaser.

Gemini, twin brothers San and Laz Slomovits, are awardwinning singer-songwriters and multi-instrumentalists, nationally known for their music for children and fami-

lies.

In this concert, the brothers return to the roots of their music — the classic songs of Pete Seeger, Bob Dylan, Malvina Reynolds, Peter, Paul and Mary, Joni Mitchell, Simon and Garfunkel, etc., as well as traditional songs associated with the 1960s.

This is the music San and Laz grew up on, and they have put together a tribute/ celebration concert with these quintessential songs.

Community members are

encouraged to visit the Box Factory and sing along.

For part of this concert, Gemini will be joined by the All God’s Children Community Choir, a racially diverse group of children and teens, ages four to 18, from many communities in Southwest Michigan.

Now in its 14th year, All God’s Children has performed at numerous events, including a special Martin Luther King Day concert in 2014 at Chicago’s Navy Pier and per-

formances with renowned professional musicians Tom Chapin, Josh White Jr., LaRon Williams, Nikki Harris, Pamela Chappell, Peter Yarrow and Gemini.

Tickets for this concert are $10 for adults and $8 for seniors and students. Children 12 and under will be admitted free when accompanied by an adult.

For more on Box Factory events, visit the Box online at www.boxfactoryforthearts. org or be a friend on Facebook.

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Returning to the Box Factory are All God's Children Youth Chorus (pictured) and Gemini.

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General Notices

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WRONGLY DENIED SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY BENEFITS?

I can help. (269)473-2370

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NOW HIRING REALTORS

Call today 269-683-4507 Coldwell Banker R. E. Specialists 1400 Chicago Rd Niles, MI 49120

NOW HIRING

FOOD SERVICE DIRECTOR Looking for a proven, effective Food Service Director with health care/hospitality experience to join an existing, quality management team. The company will remain blind until the interview process.

Send resumes to nicole.bates@ leaderpub.com

25 DRIVER TRAINEES Business Oppor200 NEEDED! tunities Learn to drive for Earn Extra Cash on H.O. Wolding, Inc. NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! the Weekends

delivering the Leader AREA ROUTES AVAILABLE As an independent contractor you determine the hours you work on Saturday and/or Sunday. You must have a valid drivers license and your own transportation.

Contact Cindy at 269-6877727 or cindy.klingerman@leaderpub.com to learn more about this profitable opportunity

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Kenneth Smith, Inc. Truck Drivers Pulling Dump Trailers Wanted

DRIVERS NEEDED:

Class A CDL and Dump trailer exp. preferred. Tristate area, Home nights and weekends, Fuel Savings Sharing Program, Safety Bonus, Health Benefits.

Apply in person 2596 Detroit Road (M-60) in Niles, MI or call 269-684-5960 to request application www.kennethsmithinc.com

New drivers can earn $850/wk + Benefits!

Carrier covers cost!

Home Every Weekend!

Now offering Driver Trainees $2,000 Sign-On Bonus!

1-800-882-7364 The Edward Lowe Foundation seeks a

SCHEDULING COORDINATOR

To qualify you must have the following: great customer service skills, excellent written and verbal communications, be detail oriented and tech savvy.

This position is full-time hourly and includes a great benefit package. Qualified candidates can submit resumes to lindab@lowe.org.

For additional information regarding this position, contact Linda at 269-4454250.

WANT A JOB?

10 Open Positions $8.50/Hour Buchanan, MI Call Now!!!

Elderly Care 307 KARE SERVICES

Compassionate Home Care Services (269)684-1984 (574)292-2900 email:KKaidanRay@aol.com www.KAREService.com

Instruction & Training

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See our ad under business opportunities

FOR RENT

2 quiet west side Niles homes for rent. Clean & comfortable 1 bedroom home for $475/month. A sharp brick, ranch, 3 bedroom home, $1000/month.

Call (269) 695-5839.

Houses for Sale 500 BRIDGMAN WALK TO WECO BEACH

P.D.K. Firearm Instruction Concealed Pistol License Classes Sept. 21st, 8-5 $85 Contact Paul: 269-462-2584 or Kelly: 269-783-6570 pdkfirearms.com

Charming secluded home on 7 plus acres in Bridgman wooded dunes.

Short walking distance to Weco on Lake Michigan.

Apartments 412 Beach Classic home complete with 2 BEDROOM knotty pine walls & ceilings, Apartments Available two baths, three bedrooms, $565/month den, screened porch, large (269)684-4500 deck system & garage. Turn tanglewood-niles.com key opportunity available. $349,000.

For showing contact Cassopolis John Page STONE LAKE MANOR Koenignrubloff Realty Senior Apartments.

2 (239)420-2739 months free on select units. FOR SALE BY OWNER 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 Historic Farm 7+acres. Up145 Stone Lake St. for more dated country farmhouse information. EHO. TDD 13BR 2Bath, 3 season room, 800-649-3777 American beamed great room, firePreferred 1-800-968-1792 place. 2 barns, horse stalls, shop, garage, offices. In ground pool, pool house/deck. Amish built guest cabin, low taxes. A true country setting in Niles Twp, MI $284,000 For info/tour 574-855-1551 or 574-323-3812

FOR SALE

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Land O Lakes is hiring for a 1st Shift Maintenance Technician. See the larger ad in today's paper.

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For Rent 418 1 BEDROOM COTTAGE

Ideal for single or couple, Edwardsburg, MI, Garver Lake, $700 dep. $165 weekly, no pets (269)6637770

Howard Twp Awesome Pole Barn 2 Bedroom Bungalow Large Yard Call or Text Chris Moore Freedom Realty (269)362-5665 (269)687-8484

OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, Sept. 21, 2-4pm

18699 Williams St. Cassopolis, MI Over 20 acres of natural beauty in Michigan! 7 minutes from Elkhart. Open split bedroom floor plan offers over 2500 sq.ft. with 6 bedrooms/4.5 bath including guest quarters.

Barn, pool, creek, pond, and horse/dirt bike trails.

Edwardsburg schools. This house is a must see! $370,000. Hosted by Jean Westwood (269)414-8427.

Coldwell Banker, RWG Patty Lauten (574)340-4271 (269)663-8800

WHETHER BUYING OR SELLING

Integrity Real Estate Professionals would love the opportunity to serve you. Call any of our agents for professional service you expect and deserve.

269-684-5030 Integrity Real Estate Professionals

Manufactured Homes

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FAMILY HOME, $686/MO!

3 bd/2 bth, 1,456+ sq. ft.

Many updates!

Central air, Skylights Buchanan, 269-695-3119

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1st Shift Maintenance Technician Purina Animal Nutrition, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Land O’ Lakes, Inc. is an industry leader in animal feed manufacturing.

We currently have an opening for the following position: Maintenance Technician: Experienced candidates need a strong back ground in electrical, mechanical, welding, fabrication and trouble shooting. PLC experience is a plus. The candidate must also be able to operate and troubleshoot various types of machinery, operate a forklift, frequently lift 50 lbs., perform light computer work, perform general housekeeping duties and follow good manufacturing practices.

Must be willing & able to work off shifts and flexible hours, including some extended hours & some weekends as needed.

High School diploma or GED is also required. The hourly wage is $21.34.

Applications can be obtained by visiting our facility.

Purina Animal Nutrition, LLC 346 W 1350 North Milford, Indiana 46542 Hours 7:30 am to 4 pm Monday-Friday OR You may e-mail your resume to rward@landolakes.com Land O’ Lakes, Inc. is an EEO and AA Employer & enforces a policy of maintaining a drug free workforce, including pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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GREAT HOME! GREAT PRICE!

2 Bd/2 Bth, air cond., Vaulted ceilings, $488/MO* Buchanan, 269-695-3119

HOMES FOR SALE IN DECATUR

3 Bed, 2 bath homes ready to be moved into. Lease Options at starting at $621 per month (includes lot rent, insurance, water, trash) Call 269-423-7024 or visit www.phelpscommunity.com to view pictures

Antiques 600 ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET Sunday, Sept. 28 8am to 4pm 400 Exhibitors Rain or Shine Located at the Fairgrounds, right in Allegan, Michigan $4.00 Admission. No Pets

ON SIGHT FURNITURE RESTORATION

25+ years experience restoring fine furniture & antiques.

Visit zaroffstudio.com or call Jule @ (269) 325-9832.

Collectibles 602 NILES FLEA MARKET

111 E. Main St, Niles MI Main floor booths now available, $40 & up per month. (269) 262-4333

Cemetery Lots 617 DAILEY CEMETERY

Corner of Dailey Rd. & Dunning St. NOW IS THE TIME to purchase your lot in this beautiful cemetery.

Single lots only $125, 4 lot family plots $500. Prices increase to: Single lot $250, 4/$1,000 on October 1st, 2014. Contact (269)4458485

Good Things to 636 Eat HUNKY FRUIT STAND *Early Honey Crisp Apples $10 1/2 bushel *Other Variety of Apples *Roma & Canning Tomatoes, Peppers $4 1/2 bushel *Bartlett Pears & Plums *US #1 Potatoes 4 Varieties $13.50 & up *Peaches, Honey, Blueberries $17 10 lbs.

Availability depends on weather.

HOURS: M-Sat 9-7 & Sun 12-7 2054 M140 Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269) 944-3025

VILLWOCKS FARM MARKET

10 CLASS NORDIC CROWN XL Lawn Service 721 HOT TUB GARDENING WITH

Off The Water, Michiana

DEPROW CONCRETE

Concrete, bricks, blocks & stonework. Any type of tear 5 miles north of Niles, Excellent condition, new out & replace. Basement INTEGRITY, LLC on M139 (old 31) cover, easy lift, steps, perrepairs, landscaping, bobcat •Lawn maintenance, (269) 362-0253 fect starter spa. $1,500 work. No job too small. 35 •Full Landscaping Service (269) 362-1932 OBO. (269)369-7087 years experience. Concrete • Spring Clean Ups Come check out our new $2.20 a sq. foot. Insured. clean beds, preen, mulch, remodeled look!

Garage-Yard 669 trim shrubs, edging, create Jerry (269) 352-4010 Cedar Crest, 2% milk Sales new beds & much more $2.99/gallon. Large eggs 2Call Ellen (269)759-1012 dozen $3.00, no hormones Niles - 1065 Joliet Dr WEAVER CONCRETE or antibiotics added. 8 oz.

MOVING SALE And masonry, driveways, Tree Service 725 chunk or shredded cheeses Sept. 19 & 20, 8a-4p patios, tear $1.99. Jumbo, home grown Lawn furniture, plus size AFFORDABLE STUMP porches, out/replace, all repairs, cantaloupe $1.99. Fresh clothes, Vera Bradley items, REMOVAL brick, block, stone, firepicked green beans $.99/lb. home furnishings, and more. And storm clean up. Fully places. Will fix wet baseor $25 bushel. Fresh picked Everything must go!! insured. (269) 254-6634 ments big or small, inside sweet corn by the ear, C & S MARSH and out. All concrete flat672 dozen, or bushel. Extra large, Wanted to Buy work $2.00 sq. ft. LandTREE SERVICE vine ripe, homegrown toALWAYS PAYING Trees, brush, stump removal, scaping. Fast dependable matoes $.99/lb. Also, fresh top dollar for junk cars, high lift work, insured. service. Quality work. Inpicked blueberries, peaches, trucks & farm equipment. (269)362-4331 or 683-1065 sured. Aaron (269)655apricots, cherries, rasp- Also buying repairables. Paul leave msg.

4158 berries, and much more! buys junk cars & trucks.

PAYNE'S TREE (574)993-1131 SERVICE 740 Tree Trimming & Removal. Masonry Service Things to Do 637 BUYING Stump Grinding & Firewood.

CASPER MASONRY repairable scrap and unSECOND ANNUAL wanted vehicles, top dollar Bobcat & Concrete Work. Brick/ Block/Stone. Custom FALL FESTIVAL & Insurance work. Insured & paid. Call or text for a free Insured. (269)663-8091 at Bonded. (574)298-3520 quote today. Free towing. THE CUTTING EDGE St. Paul's Lutheran Church Kevin (817)437-0450 PRO TREE CARE 1340 Sycamore St WANTED TO BUY Complete Tree Service Niles, MI 49120 MICHIANA MASONRY SAME DAY ESTIMATES Saturday, Sept. 20th, 10-3p AQUARIUM & CONSTRUCTION COME JOIN THE FUN! 100-150 gallon with top & Insured, Competitive Rates. All your Masonry needs!

269-687-4972 Silent Auction for two light. Ask for Ed (269)695Chimney Cleaning. Insured & handmade quilts!

Bonded. Senior discounts .

5818 Pool Service 727 (269)362-1566 Multiple raffles!

WANTED TO BUY Crafts, Jewelry, homemade SWIMMING POOL Cash paid for medium jellies/jams, produce!

LINERS & REPAIRS Recycling Service 743 Anyone interested in hosting size refrigerators, working Any size, great prices, all a craft/product table, please or repairable. Also gas & equipment, 35 years exper- CA$H 4 JUNKERS electric ranges.

Call ience. Robertson’s Sales & contact the church office.

(269)687-8639 (269) 683-0771 Service, Niles. Call (269)684-

Household Merchandise FOR SALE

•Used and Reconditioned Appliances •Washers & Dryers •Ranges •Air Conditioners •Refrigerators 841 Carberry Rd. Niles (269)687-8639

HUGE SALE AT

BILL'S USED APPLIANCES Hours: Mon-Fri. 10a-5pm Sat. 10a-3pm Closed Sunday 2324 S. 11th St. Niles Next door to Tank Town (269) 340-5952

Merchandise for 643 Sale YOUR E-CIG EXPERTS

your junk car. We haul for free. Paying up to $1500 cash. Please call anytime 269-687-8098

Home Improvement

1 year old, 10 pt., bought at Michiana Archery, paid $1,000, comes with arrowheads, scope, Allen case, sighted in, includes target, asking $750. (269)6847139

Miscellaneous 666 15X30 ABOVE GROUND POOL

pump 3 years old. Must tear down. $1,000 OBO. (269)684-3571 after 4pm

Antenna Service

FRYMAN'S SEAMLESS GUTTERS & SIDING FRYMAN’S ROOFING

WHY PAY TO WATCH TV?

Dozens of Free HD & Digital

Your home exterior experts. channels, use your own Quality guaranteed! Locally wiring, complete installation Owned for 50 years. (269)782& repair, tower removal, 5008 (David & Terri Fryman)

packages with antenna, roHOME REPAIRS & tor & amp starting at $250.

Free estimates.

REMODELING (269)357-6352 Over 30 years of experience, antennasplus1.com tile work, kitchens, bathrooms, decks & porches, 739 windows & doors, window Concrete Service BRADY CONCRETE wrapping, siding, fascia & soffit. Call Randy (269)782- Specializing in Flat work of all type, seawalls, stamped con3139 (269)208-9838

MK CONSTRUCTION

MR. MAINTENANCE FREE ESTIMATES

crete & Bobcat Service. Free estimates. Insured. Fast, dependable service. (269)4453349 or (269)591-0100

C & C CONCRETE

Flat work of all kinds, stamping, sidewalks, concrete patching, patios, driveways and pole barns.

No job too small. Free Estimates.

Insured (269)228-1163

Roofing, Siding & Windows, COMPLETE Light Hauling & Spring CONCRETE Clean-Ups, No Inside or From start to finish.

Outside job too big or small.

Stamped, flat & dirt work.

Low affordable rates.

Insured (269)663-8091 (269)591-1403

Heating

Insurance 758 LOWER YOUR INSURANCE RATES! Home - Auto - Health - Life We do the shopping for you!

TCU Insurance Agency Call Deb Asmus today (269) 683-6700 x5901

Motorcycles & 915 ATV’’s FOR SALE

97 Kawasaki KX60 2 stroke dirt bike, runs good, $650 OBO. 2001 PW Yamaha 50 dirt bike, good shape $400 OBO. (574)350-5120 or (269)357-5173

Trucks, Vans, 942 4-Wh Drives 1996 F350 DUALLY

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Pole barn & other garages Vaporizers & e-hookah specialist. Roofing Siding, Over 50 liquid flavors.

US 31 Tobacco Framing and more. Over 25 50552 US 31 N, South Bend years experience. Licensed.

(574) 271-0333 Contact Michael N. Knepple (269)476-9777

Hunting & Fishing 645 BRAND NEW CROSS BOW

RVs, homes, decks, cement sidewalks, driveways small commercial jobs. Serving Cass., Dow. & Niles. Free Estimates, Senior Discounts.

Will beat any competitors estimates.

Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Call 269-470-9507 or 269470-9498

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Cleaning Service 757 RICK'S POWER WASHING

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OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE

Robert Flory, Sr. Phone: (269)423-8458 Cell: (269)655-5291

CONCRETE REMOVAL

Turn that Junker in your yard to cash in your hand 801 Carberry Rd, Niles 269-687-5865

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

Quality Built (269)684-6673

Quality Clock Repair

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

Painting Service

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J.M. HUNT ENTERPRISES, LLC Driveway, stone, slag, re- Painting & Drywall. Insured.

Estimates.

Family cycled concrete, asphalt, top Free soil, sand & fill. (269)782- Owned & Operated for Over 50 years. 269-683-4442.

1744/(269)783-1744 "Have Gravel Will Travel"

1999 FORD F150

4x4, 4.6 liter, automaticA transmission, extended cab,w 122,000 miles, EclipseT conversion package, very 2 clean, good runner, loaded, power locks, power windows,o AM/FM, CD, leather interior,d $6,995. (269)462-9260 a

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EPDM Rubber, Any size Lowest Prices, FREE Delivery, Huge Inventory, TRM Enterprises, South Bend.

(574)246-1922 (574) 329-9294

Roll off boxes for Concrete Paustian, Inc. (269)461-6449

HOPPER EXCAVATING

7.3 Turbo Diesel, Automatic Transmission, 2 wheel drive, Has Reese 2" receiver hitch, Gooseneck hitch, and rails for 5th wheel hitch!

Complete with electric brake controller. This truck runs & drives great, ready to pull any kind of trailer! Call or text (269)697-3079 $7,500 OBO

12 Dodge Avenger $15,987 13 Ford Taurus $19,682 B 12 Jeep Wrangler $23,904 m 10 Ford Explorer $17,390 l Call (574) 264-1174 today! c

2008 COBALT LT S

All new tires, 70,000 miles,t good condition. $6,400 obo.t (269) 635-3759 g

h T at Scarlett Auto Sales! 7 Loaded 2010 Hyundai f Elantra(Dark Blue) 50k Miles! and up to 34MPGs

NEW ARRIVAL

you can't beat that!

Tax and plate fees are your down payment!! $275/mo No Interest! No Credit L Checks!

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nior capstone project. From sketches to completion, Tammy Weir and Coaretta Hughley worked together to create a beautiful representation of the community musical celebration that happens in TMV’s classrooms and performance spaces every day. Join these artists, Music Villagers, and the community to see their work of art, and offer congratulations for their hard work.

Pack up your work gloves and join Sarett Nature Center’s Restoration Rangers on September 18 at 1 p.m. to combat invasive plants.

Please call (269) 9274832 to register so enough snacks are available.

Sept. 19

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Summer

Sept. 12-28

Avenue Q: The Musical will be in the Warner Theatre September 1228 with performances on Fridays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at 7:30 p.m. and Saturdays & Sundays at 2 p.m.

Sept. 18

Back by popular demand is Emilee Allan with hot Nashville country trio Scarletta!

Scarletta has been turning heads in country music with unforgettable hooks and a high-energy live show.

The concert begins at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students.

Last year, Fine Arts students from Ivy Tech completed TMV’s mural as part of their se-

The Homestead in New Carlisle will finish off its summer concert series with the smooth jazz sounds of Bryan Lubeck and his six-piece ensemble on Friday, Sept. 19th. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at http://www. homesteadevents.com/ event/Bryan_Lubeck

The 6 o’clock movie on Friday, September 19 will be co-sponsored by the Vickers Theatre, located at 6 N. Elm St. in Three Oaks and the League of Women Voters of Berrien and Cass Counties. The movie is “There is Nothing Else” and it will be followed by a Q & A with the director and producer Christiana Ochoa.

Sept. 20 Lake Effect Jazz Big Band will perform at the Box Factory. The concert begins at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $10 general admission; $8 students and seniors; children 12 and under free.

The third annual Run to

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WHAT'S HAPPENING? the Center of the World 5K Fun Run & Walk is shaping up to be the best ever on Saturday, Sept. 20. The event is open to all ages. After September 4, registration will increase to $25. Proceeds from the event will benefit the New Troy Community Center, an allvolunteer facility run by the non-profit organization, Friends of New Troy. The New Troy Community Center is located at 13372 California Road, New Troy, Michigan.

Invitations for the annual Barn Benefit in Three Oaks will be arriving in the mail in the next few days, but residents can reserve space online at the link now. These tickets sell very quickly, so organizers encourage those interested in attending to purchase tickets early. Those who do not wish to purchase tickets online can wait for an invitation and mail in a check, or call the offices Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at (269) 405-1006.

cart and favorite fried red neck “novelty” fair foods. Cost is $125 for every five-person team. Each team gets five t-shirts, five meal tickets and a 10x10

area to promote the group. Call the shelter at (269) 927-3303.

Sept. 21

The Lerner Theater in Elkhart is hosting Kidz Bop Kids for a “Dream Big, Sing Loud” tour at 3 p.m. Tickets are $50 and include a VIP meet and greet.

Win $50 in Downtown Bucks

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Lake Effect Jazz Big Band takes the stage at the Box Factory for the Arts, 1101 Broad Street in St. Joseph, September 20 at 7:30 p.m. General admission tickets are $10 with senior and student tickets available for $8.

Tickets are available in advance at http://www. boxfactoryforthearts. org/calendar/#jazz with credit card by phone at 269-983-3688; or at the door. Beer and wine will be available for purchase at this concert.

The Baroda Legion will host the first annual Redneck Games beginning at noon. Redneck favorite games including tug-of-war, horseshoes, grape stomp and ‘barrow races will be offered. Attendees can also take advantage of a hot dog

Saturday, September 27, 2014, 8 p.m www.lmcmainstage.org/airsupply Sponsored by

Cash bar available at 7 p.m.

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GET OUT!

Pick your own autumn fun St. Joseph hosts fall festival Sept. 26-27

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T. JOSEPH, Mich. — There is a cornucopia of good times waiting for all ages in downtown St. Joseph, Mich., on Sept. 26 and 27. St. Joseph Today has gathered a weekend of favorite fall activities. In fact, there are so many ideas to pick from that visitors to this Lake Michigan resort community will want to spend the night to take it all in.

For lodging information, visit www.stjoetoday.com/sleep.

Friday

The Second Annual Rotary and Slumberland Great Bed Race will get the fun rolling at 4:30 p.m. on Lake Blvd. Teams will raise funds for the Benton Harbor Sunrise Rotary youth programs and for Slumberland Furniture 40 Winks Foundation which provides mattresses and beds to children who need them.

Then from 5 to 8 p.m., downtown merchants and restaurants will participate in “It’s Finally Friday” festivities. Sales, harvest menus and entertainment will fill the evening.

Saturday

Day on the Farm, sponsored by United Federal Credit Union, will feature just-harvested fruits and vegetables, locally raised meats and fall decorations at the downtown Farmers Market. A free petting zoo will give visitors a chance to interact with goats, rabbits and ducks. Face painting and live music will round out the activities.

The Great Pumpkin Festival, sponsored as well by Benton Harbor Sunshine Rotary starts at 10 a.m. This all-day event includes pumpkin carving and decorating contests, pumpkin games and prizes, plant and bake sales and culminates with the Great Pumpkin Race at 2 p.m.

Participants will cheer on a flotilla of numbered pumpkins. The first five pumpkins to cross the finish line will win $1,000, $300, $200, $100 and $50. A $10 entry fee will benefit Benton Harbor youth programs.

St. Joseph Wine Festival & Public Art Auction: Sept. 27 Whirlpool Centennial Park will host wine tasting, local cuisine, live music and a fun-filled auction of the city’s public art lighthouse sculptures from 4 to 9 p.m. This is a great opportunity for adults to sample vintages from Baroda Founders, Burgdorf Wintery, Fenn Valley, Lemon Creek Winery, Round Barn Winery, St. Julian, Tabor Hill, Warner Vineyards, White Pine Winery, Virtue Cider and more. Medicinal Groove will perform live music from 4-5 and 6:30-9 p.m. within yards of Lake Michigan and its picturesque sunsets. All proceeds from the public art auction will go to the Lighthouse Forever Fund.

Event sponsors include the City of St. Joseph, Lighthouse Forever Fund, 98.3 The Coast, Beaudoin Electrical Construction and WSJM. To learn more about these and other fall events, contact St. Joseph Today, a membership-based organization dedicated to developing and promoting events and business in St. Joseph and its surrounding communities. Visit www.stjoetoday.com, facebook.com/stjoetoday or call 269-985-1111.

FEATURED VENDORS Wineries Baroda Founders Burgdorf Winery Fenn Valley Lemon Creek Winery Mackinaw Trail Winery Round Barn Winery St. Julian Tabor Hill Warner Vineyards White Pine Winery Virtue Cider

Eateries The Bistro on the Boulevard Coach’s Bar & Grill Timothy’s Restaurant

Photos courtesy of Joshua Nowicki