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Welcome to Michiana! I t takes less than an hour to travel from one end of Michiana — the name we lovingly use to refer to northern Indiana and southwest Michigan — to the other, but within those 40-some odd miles there are thousands of memories to be made and plenty of places to make them. On hundreds of miles of country roads, city streets and rural highways, more than 700,000 people have settled their families not only to make a living, but also a life, and it’s so exciting to see the products of their creativity. The people who call Michiana their home, whether seasonally or yearround, take tremendous pride in their communities — and it shows. A direct reflection of the people who have invested their time, ideas and hard work, each city and village in Michiana offers something unique. Some areas are rich in arts and culture, offering dozens of galleries, museums and studios. Others take advantage of the region’s four seasons, producing an abundance of fruits and vegetables on the fertile farmlands along the St. Joseph River and Lake Michigan. Several communities are home to community colleges and universities. Guests can experience the definition of small-town living, but still find metropolitan city life, full of economic opportunities and a thriving night life. Because of this diversity, those who live in Michiana are able to explore right in their own backyards, or travel just a few minutes to find an entirely new experience. This is perhaps why Michiana draws so many tourists, especially in the
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summer months. Just an hour from Chicago, the region is home to many commuters and summer homeowners. With landmarks such as the University of Notre Dame and Lake Michigan, tourists travel from all across the country to visit the area, take advantage of the plentiful educational opportunities or settle in to build a career. Explore Michiana is designed with all of those individuals in mind. We aim to offer longtime residents, newcomers and visitors alike a guide outlining much of what the region has to offer. In the pages that follow, you will find a glimpse of some of the many businesses, schools, entertainment venues, cultural opportunities, outdoor activities and more offered in the area, as well as a profile of each of the major communities that make the region special. Whether you’re in town for a day, planning a relocation or are simply looking to satisfy your wanderlust, this magazine should help you find a place you’ve never seen, an activity you’ve never tried or a food you’ve never tasted, and it’s all waiting for you. Down every twist and turn of the roads and rivers that connect us, there is something for everyone in Michiana. So get out of the house, get in the car, flip to any page, find a spot, plot your journey and let the adventure begin. I guarantee you’ll be glad you did. Ambrosia Neldon Managing Editor
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about michiana 3 introduction 7 history 9 education
our towns 11 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 33
baroda benton harbor/eau claire berrien springs bridgman buchanan cassopolis/vandalia coloma/watervliet dowagiac edwardsburg elkhart granger harbert/lakeside/union pier mishawaka new buffalo niles sawyer sister lakes south bend st. joseph/stevensville three oaks/galien
get out 35 35 35 36 37 38 38 39
sports complexes walking/biking trails winter fun golf courses beaches farms farm markets parks and campgrounds
arts & culture 40 40 40 41 42 43 44
performing arts community theater movie theaters museums art galleries antiques calendar
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onnected by the St. Joseph River and the bodies of water extending from it, the communities that make up Michiana have deep roots in American history. Long before the region even had a formal name, records show that Native Americans were the first to settle in what would become southwest Michigan and northern Indiana, likely because of the fertile ground along the river and near Lake Michigan. Today, the Potawatomi, who were among the first tribes to live in the region, are still very prominent in the area, each year giving back millions of dollars in revenue and donations earned at the tribe’s Four Winds Casinos. In the late 1800s, as Europeans were exploring the United States, they set up forts and camps along the same river that the natives had relied on for centuries. Outposts such as Fort St. Joseph in present-day Niles, Michigan, were used to house Jesuit missionaries and militia in the Spanish-American and Revolutionary Wars. After the wars, descendants of those who fought decided to settle in the area, creating the diverse culture that is reflective of the melting pot for which the United States is known. As these settlers and others migrated to the Michiana area, the Joseph Bertrand Trading Post in present-day St. Joseph, Michigan, set the ball rolling for a prospering economy. Farther south, in South Bend, Indiana, the American Fur Company was created, drawing settlers from all over the colonial United States to what is now St. Joseph County, Indiana. Spanning between the two industrial bookends of the region, farmers from southern Indiana and Ohio traveled to the area to take advantage of the fertile land. The Michiana fruit belt continues to produce some of the nations best strawberries, apples, grapes and peaches. Southwest Michigan and northern Indiana are known for sweet corn and asparagus, all of which are highly-coveted by both Michiana residents and out-of-towners. As time progressed, more Michiana communities began to place an emphasis on industrial possibilities, building factories and other institutions. Jobs created by large companies like the Studebaker Corporation and the Oliver Chilled Plow Company attracted tens of thousands to the South Bend area and the bedroom communities surrounding it. In the late 19th Century, as the railroad extended into the Michiana area, even more jobs were created and settlers were able to travel to the area more quickly. Eventually, many communities in Michiana would serve as stops on the Underground Railroad, passing escaped slaves from the south through buried tunnels into freedom. Those who call the diverse communities that make up Michiana home remain extremely proud of their heritage and celebrate it with festivals, museum exhibits and other events, understanding that those who came before them have laid the foundation for the present, and an even brighter future to come.
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ith educational opportunities as abundant and diverse as the communities in the region, there is no shortage of learning opportunities in Michiana. Ranging from preschool to PhD programs, the area hosts more than 20 public school systems, at least a dozen private schools, three colleges, several technical schools, a handful of extension campuses for state universities and, perhaps one of the biggest attractions in the Michiana area, the University of Notre Dame. At the grade school level, children are automatically considered students at the district to which they reside, but may make the decision with their parents to attend any school in the state they live in, thanks to the area’s School of Choice option. Students who live in Indiana but choose to attend school in Michigan (or vice versa), may do so by paying tuition at his or her school of choice, just as they would at a private school. Several public schools in the region offer unique opportunities for students, including Montessori schools, project-based learning facilities, adult education opportunities, accelerated learning options at area colleges, and even chances to obtain college credits while attending high school. In fact, it is not uncommon for students attending public schools in Michiana to graduate with associate’s degrees, or a significant amount of credits toward their
bachelor’s degrees. Students interested in continuing their education after school can do so locally at a number of colleges and universities in the Michiana area. Schools range in size from technical colleges like ITT Technical Institute in South Bend, to large universities like Notre Dame. Students can begin their post-secondary education at any of the area’s community colleges — Southwestern Michigan College, Lake Michigan College or Ivy Tech — and transfer to a four-year college. Students can even earn a bachelor’s degree without ever leaving the community college campus. Michiana also offers a number of four-year colleges and universities, which draw students from all over the world, including Notre Dame, Andrews University, Bethel College, St. Mary’s College, Holy Cross College, Indiana University South Bend and Davenport University. Colleges of all types offer on-campus learning, meal plans, part- and full-time education, online courses, extra-curricular activities and clubs, athletics and a large variety of programs and courses. These resources combine to create a region rich with education opportunities.
Brown Mackie College visit.brownmackie.edu Davenport University davenport.edu Holy Cross holycross.edu Indiana University South Bend iusb.edu ITT Technical Institute itt-tech.edu Ivy Tech ivytech.edu Lake Michigan College lakemichigancollege.edu Notre Dame University nd.edu Southwestern Michigan College swmich.edu St. Mary’s College saintmarys.edu
public schools Benton Harbor bhas.org
Coloma ccs.coloma.org
Berrien Springs homeoftheschamrocks.org
Dowagiac dowagiacschools.org
Mishawaka scm.mishawka.k112. in.us Niles nilesschools.org
Brandywine brandywinebobcats.org
Eau Claire eauclaireps.com
Penn/Harris/Madison phm.k12.in.us
Bridgman bridgmanschools.org
Edwardsburg edwardsburgpublicschools.org
River Valley rivervalleyschools.org
Buchanan buchananschools.org
Elkhart elkhart.k12.in.us
South Bend edline.net/pages/ SouthBendCSC
Cassopolis cassopolis.k12.mi.us
Lakeshore lakeshoreschools.org
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hile not a metropolis like some of the larger Michiana communities, the village of Baroda offers its residents and visitors tons of opportunities for good food, wine and recreation. Including half a dozen of wineries, Baroda’s fertile terrain has made it home to hundreds of farmers, whose products supply not only local restaurants, farmers markets and grocery stores, but also those across the entire country. Downtown Baroda also has several can’t-miss attractions for visitors, including the Round Barn’s Public House brewery and the Tabula Rasa Gallery.
POPULATION: 873 AVERAGE HOUSING PRICE: $78,830 GOVERNMENT INFO P.O. Box 54, 9091 First St. (269) 422-1779 barodavillage.org DINING CHOICES Round Barn Public House 9151 First St. (269) 326-7059 roundbarnwinery.com An extension of Round Barn Winery, the Public House is known for craft beers and pub food. Every dish includes at least one of Round Barn’s wines, brews or spirits. Baroda Tap & Grille 8906 First St. (269) 422-1141 barodatap.com Serving up sandwiches, salads, steaks, seafood and more. Baroda Tap & Grille also offers live entertainment.
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What makes Baroda a great place to live? “It’s kind of diverse. For just a village with a single main street, there are a lot of different kinds of businesses here.” — Cat Cassidy
did you know... • Baroda is home to one of only two Amish-built round barns in the State of Michigan. • As a part of Berrien County, Baroda is located in one of the most agriculturally-diverse areas in the U.S.
Hometown Deli & Catering 8972 First St. (269) 422-5800 The Hometown Deli serves homemade soups, salads, desserts, sandwiches and more. ATTRACTIONS Baroda Founders Winery 8963 Hills Rd. (269) 426-522 founderswinecellar.com Round Barn Winery 10983 Hills Rd. (800) 716-9463 roundbarnwinery.com
“I like the small-town atmosphere.” — Nathan Nitz
“Everyone in town is family. There’s not a person in town wouldn’t do something for you if you needed it.” — Chuck Martin
Tabula Rasa Gallery 8918 First St. (269) 422-2642 tabularasagallerybaroda.com ANNUAL EVENTS • Memorial Day Services — May 24 • Music in the Park, Baroda Village Park — June 28, July 26, Aug. 23 • Fireworks — July 3
• Support our Troops Festival — July 25-26 • Party on the Pavers — Aug. 15 • Christmas in the Village — Dec. 6 FAMILY ACTIVITIES • Music in the Park Free Concert Series • Baroda Village Park • Nimby Pond Snowmobile • Races and Mud Run
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did you know... • Benton Harbor was first settled by Eleazar Morton in 1836. • In the 1930s, the Benton Harbor Fruit Market was the largest cash-to-grower non-citrus fruit market in the world.
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aking up Berrien County’s twin cities with St. Joseph, Benton Harbor is continuing to reap the benefits of its recent economic resurgence, stemming from its downtown Arts District and Harbor Shores Golf Club. A community filled with nearly 200 years of history, the city is home to a diverse selection of businesses, attractions and, of course, residents. The city is also the home of Lake Michigan College, Whirlpool Corporation and Southwest Michigan Airport, all of which serve an important role in the area. POPULATION: 10,040 AVERAGE HOUSING PRICE: $48,694 (2011) GOVERNMENT INFO 200 E. Wall St. (269) 927-8400 bentonharborcity.com Dining choices bread+bar by Bit of Swiss 645 Riverview Dr. (269) 757-7219 breadbarbh.com bread + bar features a farm-totable American menu and craft cocktails.
The Livery 190 Fifth St. (269) 925-8760 liverybrew.com The Livery is known for its live entertainment and popular pizza, burgers and craft beers. Ray’s on the Green 690 W. Napier Ave. (269) 925-9002 berrienhills.com Ray’s serves steaks, sandwiches, seafood and more at Berrien Hills Golf Course. Ray’s on the Green is open to the public.
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The Library Pub & Eatery 190 Territorial Road (269) 934-7938 www.thelibrarypub.net The Library serves new and traditional American dishes, as well as cajun/creole cuisine. ATTRACTIONS 12 Corners Vineyards & Winery 1201 N. Benton Center Rd. (269) 927-1512
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Morton House Museum 501 Territorial Road (269) 925-7011 The House of David and Mary’s City of David Museum 1158 Britain Ave. (269) 925-1601 The Benton Harbor Arts District Downtown Benton Harbor
“The art galleries and all the different restaurants that have opened up around here. There’s a good group of people that live in the area.” — George Bibbs
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FAMILY ACTIVITIES • Eden Spring’s Campground • Jean Klock Park • Fishing on the St. Joseph River • Hidden Pointe Fun Park • Harbor Shores Nature and Fitness Trails • Sarett Nature Center
“The arts district.” — Tom Ives
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DINING CHOICES Wolf’s Prairie Bar and Grille 100 E. Ferry St., Berrien Springs (269) 473-1579
POPULATION Berrien Springs:1,800 Eau Claire: 625 AVERAGE HOUSING PRICE Berrien Springs: $152,002 Eau Claire: $61,700 GOVERNMENT INFO Berrien Springs Village Hall 112 North Cass Street P.O. Box 182 (269) 473-6921 Eau Claire Village Hall 6625 E Main Street P.O. Box 338 (269) 461-6173
Hopper’s Family Restaurant 9675 Old U.S. 31, Berrien Springs (269) 471-2106 Main Street Burgers & Ice Cream 6436 W Main St., Eau Claire (269) 461-6888 Attractions Berrien County Fairgrounds 9122 Old U.S. 31, Berrien Springs (269) 473-4251 bcyf.org
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“I like to go to La Cabana. The people in Eau Claire, if you go over to the high school, call it the ‘taco shop.’ There is also Main Street, which has amazing ice cream. There are lots of parks to visit and apple picking when the season is right.”
“Main Street Burger and Ice Cream right there on Main Street. They have great food, friendly service and ice cream. Jacob and I ride on the golf cart a lot from his house for chocolate shakes. The burgers are good and they have the best French fries.”
— Anthony Heffington
— Katie Nimtz
Berrien County Historical Association 313 N Cass St. (269) 471-7412 berrienhistory.org Siegfried H. Horn Museum 9047 US Hwy. 31, Berrien Springs (269) 471-3273 andrews.edu/history/museum
Lemon Creek Winery 533 E. Lemon Creek Road (269) 471-1321, Berrien Springs lemoncreekwinery.com Tree-Mendus Fruit Farm 9351 E. Eureka Road, Eau Claire (269) 782-7101 treemendus-fruit.com
Day Camp • Hayrides • Challenge Ropes Course Retreat Lodging Low Ropes Initiatives Activity Center “Goliath the Giant” Climbing Tower Winter Activities: Tubing and Cross-Country Skiing
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did you know... The Lake Michigan shoreline in Bridgman became popular in the 1920s. Originally owned by Lake Township, Weko Beach is named for partners Henry Weber and Bruno Kolander, who built a pavilion on the waterfront that became a popular destination for visitors from Chicago.
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opular for its small-town charm right on the lake, Bridgman, Michigan, is home to Weko Beach and the Gus Macker basketball tournament, both of which draw thousands to the area each year. Historically, Bridgman is known for its fertile land, with several farms growing fruit trees, grapes and berry plants. Each year, residents of Bridgman celebrate the city’s history and continued success at the Celebrate Bridgman! festival in mid-July.
POPULATION: 2,269 AVERAGE HOUSING PRICE: $139,468 GOVERNMENT CONTACT INFO 9765 Maple St., P.O. Box 366 Bridgman, Michigan 49106 (269) 465-5144 bridgman.org
“My favorite place in Bridgman is of course my own store. Second favorite is the dog park because that’s where people get together and get all the scoop and socialize. That or the pub. Having Tapistry here is really great.” — Suzy Barnes
“Weko Beach brings together all the natural good parts of Bridgman. You feel really comfortable and at ease.” — Macy Koziel
DINING CHOICES Tapistry Brewing Company 4236 Lake St. (269) 266-7349 tapistrybrewing.com Tapistry serves home-brewed beer and a variety of salads, snacks and sandwiches in downtown Bridgman. Mikey’s Drive-In 9096 Red Arrow Hwy. (269) 465-6933 facebook.com/MikeysDriveIn An old-fashioned drive-in restaurant that serves homemade pie, burgers, root beer and other summer treats.
D’Agostino’s Italian Restaurant & The Navajo Lounge 8970 Red Arrow Hwy. (269) 465-3434 dagostinosnavajo.com A mix of cuisine from house-made pizza to yellow lake perch and hand-cut steaks. Eric Bridgman Café 4210 Lake St. (269) 465-5411 A local restaurant known for heaping portions for a good price.
Attractions Weko Beach 5239 Lake St. Captain Mike’s Fun Park 10975 Red Arrow Highway FAMILY ACTIVITIES • Legion (Memorial) Park • Lake Township Park • Toth Street Park • Bridgman Public Library • Waikiki Jack’s ANNUAL EVENTS • Memorial Day Parade • Lake Michigan Shore Wine Festival — June 20 • Celebrate Bridgman! Festival — July 9-12 • Weko Beach Concert Series — every other Saturday in summer • Weko Beach Brewers Festival — Sept. 26
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ome to some of the friendliest people in the area, Buchanan is a tight-knit community just north of the Indiana/ Michigan state line in Berrien County. Its downtown area has a variety of unique shops, restaurants and gathering areas perfect for spring and summer events.
POPULATION: 4,456 GOVERNMENT CONTACT INFO 302 N. Redbud Trail (269) 695-3844 DINING CHOICES Tabor Hill Winery and Restaurant 185 Mt. Tabor Rd. (269) 422-1161 Tabor Hill Winery brings Berrien County’s wine country to the southern part of the region. Wheatberry Restaurant and Tavern 15212 Red Bud Trail (269) 697-0043
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What is your favorite thing to do in Buchanan? “Getting coffee at Union Coffee, hiking McCoy’s Creek Trail and eating at the Bucktown Tap.”
— Lloyd Miller
“(Visit) McCoy’s Creek Trail. It is user friendly for walking, biking and is handicapped accessible. You can watch the salmon in late September/early October.”
Good food and good prices with a view of the river. Buchanan Sweet Shop 205 E. Front St. (269) 695-5533 Step back in time at this old-fashioned soda fountain. Union Coffee House 115 E. Front St. (269) 409-7004 Perk up at this local hangout featuring great music and hot coffee. Bucktown Tap 259 E. Front St. (269) 409-8465 A Chicago-style bar in downtown.
— Dale Toerne
“Playing music with the high school band, especially outside, like at the gazebo downtown.” — Tara Flanagan
ATTRACTIONS Pears Mill Located in downtown Buchanan, south of Front Street The Common Park Corner of South Oak and Roe Tin Shop Theatre Roe St. (269) 695-6464 tinshoptheatre.org RedBud MX 13638 Red Bud Trail
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(269) 695-6405 redbudmx.com Buchanan Art Center 117 Front St. (269) 697-4005 buchananartcenter.org Annual events • Chili Walk — early spring • Farmer’s Market — Saturdays • RedBud Motocross Nationals • US-12 Garage Sale Aug. 8-9 • Harvest Buchanan — Fall • Thrill on the Hill — Winter 215 N. Mechanic Street Berrien Springs, MI
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assopolis is the county seat for Cass County. The city was platted in 1831 and incorporated into a village in 1863. Cassopolis is named after Lewis Cass, who was the governor of the Territory of Michigan from 1813 to 1831. Surrounded by lakes, rivers and streams, Cassopolis is a destination spot for boaters and fishermen, and hunters enjoy the plentiful woods and fields.
POPULATION: 1,770 GOVERNMENT INFO 117 S. Broadway St. Suite 100 (269) 445-8648 Cassopolis-mi.us
DINING CHOICES Lindy’s Restaurant 57983 M-62 (269) 782-5111 Known for its pizza and patio view.
(269) 445-3143 Located inside Diamond Lake Golf Course, Lakeside Parlor features hand-dipped Ashby’s Sterling Ice Cream.
Full Bull Tavern 135 S. Broadway St. (269) 445-5757 Known for burgers and pizza.
ATTRACTIONS Cass County Fair 590 N. O’Keefe 4HCassCounty.org
Tastee Twirl 220 S. Broadway St. (269) 445-3837 Ice cream, burgers and more. Located on Stone Lake.
Pioneer Log Cabin Museum 400 S. Broadway St. pioneerlogcabinmuseum.com
Lakeside Parlor 22041 M-60
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Historic Bonine House 18970 M-60 Vandalia, Michigan urscc.org
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“In our free time, my boys and I enjoy riding our bicycles around the magnificent Diamond Lake roads. Because we enjoy spending so much time outside, when the weather is warm and sunny, it is a necessity to get cooled off with an ice cream treat. Some of our favorite ice-cream stops include Lakeside Parlor, Tastee Twirl and McDonalds. “ — Lindsey Gorham-Pflug
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Wagner Family Funerals • Cremations • Gatherings 269.445.2435
Eugene F. Wagner, Manager 202 North Broadway Street, Cassopolis, Michigan 49031-1004 wagnercares.com
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did you know... The Watervliet/Coloma area hosted a number of big names in the big band era of the 1930s and 40s, such as Perry Como and Doris Day. Crystal Palace was a popular venue along the Paw Paw River, before it was destroyed in a fire in 1965.
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riginally known as “Shingle Diggins” because of the wood shingles manufactured in the area, Coloma was incorporated into a village in 1893 and became a city in 1941. With an area rich in history tied to agriculture and water, Coloma is now the home of several vineyards as well as Jolly Orchard, the GladPeach Festival and the nationally known Chocolate Garden. A sawmill built on the Paw Paw River would eventually lead to the formation of Watervliet. Now people come to Watervliet to play in the waters at Surfari Joe’s Waterpark and to visit local vineyards and orchards.
POPULATION Coloma: 1,493 Watervliet: 1,677 AVERAGE HOUSING PRICE Coloma: $126,670 Watervliet: $121,200 GOVERNMENT INFO Coloma City Hall 119 N. Paw Paw St. PO Box 329 (269) 468-6606 cityofcoloma.org
Watervliet City Hall 158 W. Pleasant St. PO Box 86 (269) 463-6769 watervliet.org ATTRACTIONS Jollay Orchard 1850 Friday Road, Coloma (269) 468-3075 Surfari Joe’s Waterpark 8258 Arnt Blvd., Watervliet (269) 463-7946
Building a great place to live... to work...to do business North Berrien Community Development Coloma Watervliet Area Chamber of Commerce Visit www.coloma-watervliet.org for information and events 142 Badt Drive • PO Box 1028 • Coloma, MI 49038 • 269-468-4430 18 | Explore Michiana 2015
The Chocolate Garden 2691 Friday Road, Coloma (269) 468-9866 North Berrien Historical Museum 300 Coloma Ave., Coloma (269) 468-3330 Contessa Wine Cellars 3235 Friday Road, Coloma (269) 468-5534 contessawinecellars.com
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RECREATION Dune Lake Campground 80855 C.R. 376, Coloma (269) 764-8941 Sweet Cherry Resort 3313 Chestnut Ave., Coloma (269) 849-1233 Paw Paw River Campgrounds 5355 Michigan Highway 140, Watervliet (269) 463-5454 pawpawrivercampgroundandcanoes.com Paw Paw Lake Golf Club 4548 Forest Beach Road, Watervliet (269) 463-3831 Loma Theater 221 N Paw Paw St., Coloma (269) 468-5662
“Of course I love coming to the Chocolate Garden and also we have some really great wineries in town. I like to going to Contessa and Karma Vista.” — Jessica Schmidt
Annual Events • Coloma BBQ Blues and Cruise — June 14 • Watervliet Independence Weekend Celebration — July 4-6 • Castles and Cottages — July 26 • Coloma Glad-Peach Festival — Aug. 1-3 • St. Patrick’s Day Evening Lighted Parade — March 14
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did you know... Dowagiac is home to Michigan’s oldest lumberyard, Judd Lumber. The company celebrated its 155th anniversary in April. The business has remained in the Judd family for four generations.
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city forever associated with its union of industry and the fine arts, Dowagiac is a community with a rich and interesting history. The sole city in Cass County, the community is home to several attractions and festivals that delight locals and visitors alike. It is also a haven for lovers of the outdoors, with miles of nature trails for walking and several streams, rivers and ponds for fishing. ATTRACTIONS Dowagiac Area History Museum 201 E Railroad St. (269) 783-2560
POPULATION: 5,879 AVERAGE HOUSING PRICE: $59,919 GOVERNMENT INFO 241 S. Front St. Dowagiac, MI 49047 (269) 782-2195
Wood Fire Italian Trattoria 134 S Front St. (269) 782-0007 Known for its traditional woodfire oven, the eatery features fine Italian cuisine in a comfortable atmosphere.
Beckwith Theatre Company 100 New York Ave. (269) 782-7653 Four Winds Casino 58700 Michigan 51 (866) 494-6371 Doe-Wah-Jack’s Canoe Rental 52963 Michigan 51 (269) 782-7410
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What do you love about living in Dowagiac? “I love Russom Park. The trail out there has become my new favorite place to walk.” — Liz Springsteen
“It’s a nice, quiet town.”
“Fishing. There’s plenty of places around to fish.”
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Heddon Fishing Lure Museum 414 West St. (269) 782-4068
DINING CHOICES Zeke’s Restaurant 109 S. Front St. (269) 782-5070 “Good friends, food and foam” are offered at this popular family restaurant in a historic building in downtown Dowagiac.
Spruce Ridge Golf Course 26831 Dutch Settlement St. (269) 782-5827
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did you know... Edwardsburg is the hometown of YouTube sensations Megan and Liz Mace. The twin sisters found their way to fame quickly after graduating from Edwardsburg High School.
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dwardsburg was established in 1828 and was previously known as Beardsley’s Prairie. It was incorporated into a village in 1911. Surrounded by a multitude of lakes, Edwardsburg is a draw for fishermen as well as hunters in the fall.
Population: 1,199 Average housing price: $168,096
Edwardsburg Sports Complex 23383 Lakeview Dr. edwardsburgsportscomplex. com
Government info Ontwa Township Hall 26225 US-12 (269) 663-2347 ontwatwp.org
DINING CHOICES Lunker’s 26324 US-12 (269) 663-3745 lunkers.com Connected to an outdoors shop, Lunker’s is arguably the best stop in Edwardsburg for burgers and seafood.
Village of Edwardsburg 26296 US-12 (269) 663-8484 Attractions Edwardsburg Area Historical Museum 26818 W. Main St. Eagle Lake S. Shore Drive
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Fat Cam’s 25020 May St. (269) 414-4446 fatcamsatgarverlake.com This home-style restaurant is famous in the community for its shrimp, grits and salmon. Fireside Tap & Grill 69245 Maple St. (269) 663-2357 firesidetapandgrill.com A popular “hometown hangout,” Fireside features a relaxed atmosphere for good drinks and great food. Maple Café 68867 M-62 (269) 663-3291
A hometown favorite, the Maple Café serves breakfast and promises customers they will always get the most bang for their buck. Stacy’s Food & Spirits 23018 S. Shore Dr. (269) 699-5113 An American-style restaurant on Eagle Lake that serves steak, sandwiches, burgers and other goodies. ANNUAL EVENTS • Memorial Day Festival — May 25 • Relay for Life — June 20 • Eagle Lake Triathlon — Aug. 1
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What is the best place “The softball field.” in Edwardsburg?
Mill Pond Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments For Seniors and Disabled Persons Phone: 269-695-0475 Office Hours: Mon-Fri 12:30pm - 5:00pm 800 E. Smith Street • Buchanan, MI 49107 TDD: (800) 649-3777 • Fax: 269-695-1057
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“On a fishing boat.”
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— Rachel Boyles
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All Insurances Accepted 69045 M62 Suite G • Edwardsburg, MI 49112 • 269-414-4554 Hours: Mon – Fri 9 am-6 pm • Sat 10 am-2 pm
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elkhart
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nown for its RV industry, Elkhart, Indiana, hosts a diverse culture and plenty of opportunities to experience it. With multiple national and regional museums, a number of public gardens and a host of local restaurants, Elkhart is a perfect destination for a day trip or extended vacation.
POPULATION: 51,265 GOVERNMENT INFO 229 S. Second St. (574) 294-5417 DINING CHOICES Antonio’s Italian Ristorante 1105 Goshen Ave. (574) 295-8424 Casual southern Italian food, with a rustic flair. Antonio’s is known for its Chicago-style and gourmet pizzas. B on the River 333 NIBCO Pkwy. (574) 293-9333 B on the River Bakery & Café is a downtown destination that
serves light café fare, pastries, gourmet sandwiches and other baked treats. Da Vinci’s Pizza & Restaurant (574) 264-6248 2720 Cassopolis St. davincisrestaurant.biz Longstanding casual restaurant and bar, which also offers carryout. McCarthy’s on the Riverwalk 333 NIBCO Pkwy. (574) 293-2830 McCarthy’s offers a pub-like atmosphere with a view of the Elkhart River. The restaurant serves a variety of Irish and American food.
did you know... Elkhart County is considered the recreational vehicle (RV) capital of the world. Fifty percent of all RVs are made in Elkhart.
ATTRACTIONS Linton’s Enchanted Garden 315 County Road 17 888-779-9333 lintons.com
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What is your favorite thing to do in Elkhart?
Wellfield Botanic Gardens 1011 N. Main St. wellfieldgardens.wordpress.com RV/MH Hall of Fame 21565 Executive Pkwy. (574) 293-2344 rvmhhalloffame.org Midwest Museum of American Art 429 S. Main St. (574) 293-6660 midwestmuseum.us
“I like the river walk and the down town area. It’s beautiful on the river walk and downtown has some beautiful old buildings that are fun to take pictures of.” — Emily Schierling
RECREATION/FAMILY FUN Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum 58005 County Road 105 (574) 522-1187 The Lerner Theatre 410 South Main St. (574) 293-4469 thelerner.com NIBCO Water & Ice Park NIBCO Parkway 22 | Explore Michiana 2015
National New York Central Railroad Museum 721 S. Main St. (574) 294-3001 nationalrrmuseum.org ANNUAL EVENTS • Elkhart Jazz Festival • Elkhart County Fair (Goshen) • Rhapsody in Green Festival • Elkhart Festival of Trees
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omprised mainly of residential neighborhoods in St. Joseph County, Indiana, Granger also offers opportunities for shopping and dining in Heritage Square and Toscana Park. It is also home to two of the most popular golf courses in the area — Juday Creek Golf Course and Knollwood Country Club.
Population: 30,465 Average housing price: $186,600 Government info Clay and Harris townships St. Joseph County, Indiana County Council: (574) 235-9658 Dining Choices Yesterday’s 12594 Adams Road (574) 272-7017 Family restaurant known for its desserts. Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 902 E. University Dr. (574) 968-9700 A high-end restaurant known for its steaks.
Eddie’s Steak Shed 12685 Adams Road (574) 277-1076 Known for famous steaks and French Onion Soup. Bruno’s Pizza 51099 Bittersweet Road (574) 273-3100 A well-known pizza joint. Tony Sacco’s 201 Florence Ave. (574) 247-2625 Coal-oven pizza, wraps. ANNUAL EVENTS • Friends of Granger Paths annual 5K and one-mile run/walk (May 17) • Ice Carving Festival at Heritage Square — January
Crumb Crossing Bakery & Bistro
did you know... U.S. Sen. Joe Donelly and Chicago White Sox announcer Ken Harrelson are residents of Granger. American football player Braxton Cave is a Granger native.
— Camellia Maalouf
• Italian Festival in summer • St. Patrick’s Day Party at Heritage Square
“Yesterday’s cheesecakes are my favorite thing about Granger.”
ATTRACTIONS Heritage Square Shopping Center 7321 Heritage Square Dr. (574) 855-3774
— Lydia Gruber
Shops at Toscana Park 314 Toscana Blvd. Granger Farmers Market 12650 IN-23
“I like riding bikes on the Granger Paths.”
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harbert, lakeside & union pier
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estled in the heart of Harbor Country, Harbert, Lakeside and Union Pier are located along the coast of Lake Michigan on Red Arrow Highway. The villages were popular summer homes for celebrities at the turn of the 20th Century and the sister cities continue to thrive in the summer months as homeowners’ associations host a number of events and festivals.
GOVERNMENT CONTACT INFO Chikaming Township 1345 Red Arrow Highway Harbert, Michigan (269) 469-1676
Harbert, Michigan (269) 469-1777 Known for wood-fired pizza and great pastries. A family favorite on the weekends, paired with Luisa’s Cafe Thursday through Sunday.
DINING CHOICES Nani’s Café and Beach Shop 16117 Red Arrow Highway Union Pier, Michigan. (269) 469-7000 Gourmet sausage and hot dogs.
Red Arrow Roadhouse 15710 Red Arrow Highway Union Pier, Michigan (269) 469-3939 Known for “nostalgic” broasted chicken dinner. The dish has been on the menu through several owners for more than 30 years.
Harbert Swedish Bakery 13698 Red Arrow Highway
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“Actually, what drew me here is there are so many artists here. There’s a sense of spirit here.” — Nick Dodaro
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ATTRACTIONS Round Barn Winery 9185 Union Pier Rd. Union Pier, Michigan (269) 469-6885 Red Arrow Gallery 13648 Red Arrow Highway Harbert, Michigan (269) 469-1950 RECREATION Warren Woods State Park Union Pier, Michigan (269) 426-4013 Chikaming Township Park and Nature Reserve Warren Woods Road/I94 Critter Haven Harbert Road
did you know... “Chikaming,” the township in which Harbert, Lakeside and Union Pier belong, means “at the shore of the sea.”
Harbert, Michigan Harbert Community Park Located on Red Arrow Highway, just north of Harbert Road ANNUAL EVENTS • Umbrellas of Harbert — Aug. 15, 2015 • Art Attack — last week in April • Harbor Country Chocolate Classic — February • Harvest Day
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ishawaka is a growing commercial city in Northern Indiana, located next to South Bend. It is home to the University Park Mall, as well as many businesses offering diverse shopping opportunities and dining choices, especially along the heavily traveled Grape Road.
POPULATION: 48,252 GOVERNMENT CONTACT INFO 600 E. Third St. (574) 258-1616 DINING CHOICES Doc. Pierce’s Restaurant 120 N. Main St. (574) 255-7737 American food located in downtown Mishawaka. Hana Yori 3601 Grape Road (574) 258-5817 A Japanese bistro perfect for big or small parties.
Main Street Grille 112 N. Main St. (574) 254-4995 A locally-owned grille featuring drinks, sandwiches and other specialties. Bruno’s Pizza 204 W. Edison Road (574) 256-9000 Authentic Italian cooking.
Eberhart-Petro Municipal Golf Course 801 N. State St. (574) 255-5508 Hannah Lindahl Children’s Museum 1402 S. Main St. (574) 254-4540 University Park Mall 6501 N. Grape Road (574) 271-5531 Merrifield Pool 1000 E. Mishawaka Ave. (574) 258-1665
Flat Top Grill 6501 Grape Road A unique self-serve stir-fry experience. ATTRACTIONS Mishawaka Riverwalk mishawaka.in.gov/riverwalk
RECREATION/FAMILY FUN • Movie Night in the Park — July 17 at Rose Park, July 18 at Merrifield Park, July 31 at Hillis Hans Park, Aug. 1 at Borley Park, Aug. 14 at Twin Branch Park and Aug. 17 at Battell Park. More info online at Mishawaka.in.gov.
did you know... • Legend says that the city is named after a Shawnee chief’s daughter, Mishawaka, who was stabbed by a Potawatomi chief whom she rejected. • Mishawaka was once the home of actor Adam Driver, who plays Adam Sackler in HBO’s “Girls,” and will be featured in “Star Wars: Episode VII The Force Awakens,” which is scheduled to be in theaters in December 2015.
• Strikes & Spares Entertainment Center — 5419 N. Grape Rd. • Summer Concert Series held on Mondays starting June 8 from 7-8 p.m. at Battell Park and Thursdays starting June 4 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Beutter Park. • Summerfest 2015 June 26-27 at Merrifield Park
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“Walking on the riverwalk and around the city and seeing how the buildings and areas have changed.” — Michaela Ritschard
“Going running at the riverwalk.” —Gabriella Vandervort
“Bike riding anywhere in the city from downtown to the riverwalk.” — Weston Vandervort
“Walking anywhere with my daughter Leah Marie.” — Joshua Berns
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ew Buffalo, Michigan, has been a popular tourist destination and summer getaway for nearly a century. Boasting beautiful beaches on the shores of Lake Michigan, dozens of restaurants and bars and the largest of the Four Winds Casinos, it is no wonder tens of thousands of tourists visit the city each year.
POPULATION: 1,833 GOVERNMENT CONTACT INFO 224 W. Buffalo St. New Buffalo, Michigan (269) 469-1500 ATTRACTIONS Four Winds Casino and Resort 11111 Wilson Road (866) 494-6371 fourwindscasino.com New Buffalo Beach Whittaker Street (866) 494-6371
Warren Dunes 12032 Red Arrow Hwy. Charter Twp., Michigan (269) 426-4013 New Buffalo Railroad Museum 530 S. Whittaker new-buffalo-railroad-museum. org Oink’s Dutch Treat Ice cream and frozen yogurt RECREATION/FUN ACTIVITIES Cap’n D Charters Slip 16 Oselka Marina (574) 232-0436
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did you know... In 2013, USA Today rated Berrien County one of the top vacation counties in the country, citing New Buffalo’s beaches and recreational activities.
New Buffalo Sailing Excursions (219) 746-9252 newbuffalosailing.com DINING CHOICES Redamak’s 616 E. Buffalo St. (269) 469-4522 “The burger that made New Buffalo famous.” The Stray Dog Bar & Grill 245 N. Whittaker St. (269) 469-2727 Known for craft beer and its fun atmosphere on the beach.
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Where is your favorite place in New Buffalo?
“There are no words to describe how beautiful this beach is. It’s so clean and nice to just spend the day at.”
Brewster’s Deli & Café 11 W. Merchant St. (269) 469-3005 Authentic Italian cuisine. Skip’s Restaurant & Catering 16710 Lakeshore Rd. (269) 439-3341 Known for being an awardwinning steakhouse with four decades of service.
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“I love the view at the beach. We love climbing up here and looking over the lake.” — Sandra and Dave Seifferlein
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did you know... Niles is known as the City of Four Flags, because it is located at the site of Fort St. Joseph, which was once occupied by four nations: France, Britain, Spain and the United States.
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ocated a few miles north of the Indiana/Michigan state line, Niles is the largest city in Berrien County, Michigan. Known as the City of Four Flags, it lies on the banks of the St. Joseph River, at the former site of the French Fort St. Joseph. Regionally, it is known for its popular winter festival, the Hunter Ice Festival. Its boundaries extend to both Berrien and Cass counties.
POPULATION: 11,600 GOVERNMENT CONTACT INFO 333 N. Second St. Niles, MI 49120 (269) 683-4700 DINING CHOICES El Amigo Pepe 1140 S. 11th St. (269) 683-1942 Authentic Mexican food. Olfactory Hue Bistro 225 E. Main St. (269) 687-0880
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What is your favorite thing to do in Niles?
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Fresh. Local. Unique. Pizza Transit 215 E. Main St. (269) 684-6600 pizzatransit.com Big variety of unique pizzas, including the popular Pizza of the Month specialties. Paris Soda Shop 220 E. Main St. (269) 687-5975 Facebook.com/TheParisNiles A throwback to the soda shops of yesteryear open in the spring and fall months. Massimo’s Backside Bar 20 E. Main St. (269) 687-4992 Known for great pizza and drinks with concerts on Saturday nights. ATTRACTIONS Riverfront Park Located near downtown on the St. Joseph River. Fernwood Botanical Garden and Nature Preserve
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“I like to go to Wonderland Cinema. It is inexpensive and you get pretty good service.” “I love to go to the Niles District Library with my family because of the variety of programs and books and movies we can check out.” — Michelle Becraft
13988 Range Line Road (269) 695-6491 fernwoodbotanical.org Fort St. Joseph Museum 508 E. Main St. (269) 683-4702 ci.niles.mi.org Historic Amtrak Depot North Fifth Street amtrak.com Chapin Mansion 508 E. Main St. Historic mansion part of Niles History Center. RECREATION/ FUN ACTIVITIES Wonderland Cinema 402 N. Front St.
wonderlandcinema.mooretheatres.com Bring It Cruise In & Car Show Downtown Niles Joey Armadillo’s Bowling 2732 S. 11th St. joeyarmadillos.com Niles Haunted House Scream Park 855 Mayflower Road haunted.org ANNUAL EVENTS • Family Carnival and Bluegrass Festival — May 28-31 • July 4th fireworks • Niles Burn Run — July TBA • Craft Brew and Wine Festival Aug. 1
Forever Clean Soap Works Hand Crafted Bath & Body Products
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did you know... In 1952, 30 train cars derailed in Sawyer and destroyed a large portion of the town.
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onsidered the northern-most town of southwest Michigan’s “Harbor Country,” Sawyer is often referred to as the gateway to the Warren Dunes and Warren Woods State Parks. Together, the two parks provide visitors with an unparalleled range of outdoor activities, including everything from hang gliding and sandboarding to swimming and fishing. Small and quaint, the town of Sawyer offers visitors a number of dining options, including the Greenbush Brewing Company and Fitzgerald’s. Art-lovers will also find an eclectic mix of galleries to visit.
POPULATION: 782 AVERAGE HOUSING PRICE: $70,100 GOVERNMENT CONTACT INFO Chikaming Township 13535 Red Arrow Hwy. Harbert, MI 49115 (269) 469-1676 chikamingtownship.org DINING CHOICES Greenbush Brewing Co. 5885 Sawyer Road (269) 405-1076 greenbushbrewing.com Homemade barbecue is served with craft brews.
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Why should people visit New Buffalo?
“I love the garden center because they have a great selection and good prices. I come every year.” — Theresa Kieluy
Fitzgerald’s Restaurant 5875 Sawyer Road (269) 426-3489 fitzsawyer.com Ribs, seafood and farm-fresh vegetables.
“To visit Catherine Doll Clothing, because all of the clothes are made out of recycled materials and it’s eco-friendly. It goes with the whole vibe of the town and buying local.”
Hello Donuts 13057 Red Arrow Hwy. (269) 426-2600 hellodonutsmi.com A newer business on Red Arrow Highway serving homemade donuts and coffee.
— Catherine Doll
“This is actually our first time visiting. We came for Greenbush. We’ve had their beer before, so now we’re here on a brewery tour. So far so good!”
ATTRACTIONS Warren Dunes State Park 12032 Red Arrow Highway (269) 426-4013
— Meghan Reichstetter and Jenny Sinlcair
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FAMILY ACTIVITIES • The Scarlet Macaw Gallery & Community Art Center • New Troy Community Center nature trail • Weesaw Township Park • Greenbush Brewing Co. features beer garden with family games and activities
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efined by its scenic forests, laidback atmosphere and, of course, collection of lakes, Sister Lakes has been the idyllic destination for vacationers, retirees and people just looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city for more than 100 years. The unchartered community gets its name from the five lakes surrounding the area, which naturally make it a popular place for fishing, boating, jet-skiing and other aquatic activities. With attractions such as the Driftwood ice-cream parlor and Ramona’s Roller Rink, there is plenty for people to do off the water as well.
Population: 2,500 yearround; 8,500 in the summer GOVERNMENT CONTACT INFO Silver Creek Township Hall 32764 Dixon St., Dowagiac (269) 424-3025 (269) 424-3858 PO Box 464 Dowagiac MI 49047 Keeler Township Hall 64121 Territorial Road W Hartford, MI 49057 (269) 621-6481 Dining CHOICES BT’s Pub 31414 Maple Island Road (269) 424-5430 Burgers, burritos, brews. Driftwood 94314 CR 690 “The Landmark of Sister Lakes,” this lakeside parlor is known for its old-fashioned soda fountain, Sherman’s ice cream and Chicago-style hot dogs.
Keeler Keg & Kitchen 64071 Territorial Road West Hartford, MI 49047 (269) 621-3101 Owned by Bill and Debbie Northrup, this restaurant specializes in prime rib, BBQ ribs and pizza. It’s “Country Cooking at its Best.” Attractions Ramona’s Roller Rink 93103 CR 690 (269) 424-5736 Five Mile Drive-In Theater 28190 M-152 (269) 782-7879
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Photo by Ted Yoakum
did you know... In 1964, residents began reporting sightings of a “bigfoot” like creature, which became known as “The Sister Lakes Monster.” The alleged sightings drew hundreds to the region; so many in fact, that the police officers in charge of finding the creature spent a majority of their time chasing off would-be monster hunters.
Fitch E Root Memorial Camp 50600 Fitch Road
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“It’s a true four-seasons area. The mix of locals and out-oftowners is fun. It pumps new life into the area during the summer.” — Jack Zubaty
Lions Park 66991 95th Ave. ANNUAL EVENTS • Sister Lake’s Lions Pancake Breakfast — May 24 and Sept. 6 • Bigfoot Fourth of July Parade — June 27 • Fourth of July Fireworks — June 27
“The farms are awesome here during the summer.” — Chris Radics
Sew Many Treasures 9675 Black Lake Rd. (269) 424-3467 The Boarder Line 94166 CR 690 (269) 424-6800 Recreation Land of Lakes Campground 93283 CR 690
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did you know... The Studebaker Museum houses the carriage that took President Abraham Lincoln to the Ford Theatre the night he was killed.
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outh Bend is the county seat of St. Joseph, Indiana, and is most well known for its proximity to the University of Notre Dame. As the fourth largest city in the state, South Bend is the economic and cultural hub of the Michiana area.
POPULATION: 101,168
403 N. Main St. www.sbct.org
healthworkskids.org Oliver Mansion 808 W. Washington St. historymuseumsb.org South Bend Museum of Art 120 S. St. Joseph St.
GOVERNMENT INFO 227 W. Jefferson Blvd. South Bend, Indiana (574) 235-9221
Potawatomi Zoo 500 S. Greenlawn Ave. potawatomizoo.org
ATTRACTIONS University of Notre Dame Notre Dame, IN 46555 nd.edu
Studebaker National Museum 201 Chapin St. studebakermuseum.org
Morris Performing Arts Center 211 N. Michigan St. morriscenter.org
Four Winds Field 501 W. South St.
DINING CHOICES Carriage House Dining Room 24460 Adams Road (574) 272-9220 An elegant dining experience under new ownership.
HealthWorks! Kids’ Museum 111 W. Jefferson Blvd.
LaSalle Grill 115 W. Colfax (574) 288-1155
South Bend Civic Theater
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“Buy candy at the South Bend Chocolate Company.” — Ja’norhea Fleming
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“Go to the South Bend Chocolate Company and get a chocolate cheesecake.” — Lynnea Jacobson
“Go to the HealthWorks Museum.” — Zoe Ianello
Touted by many as ‘the finest restaurant in downtown South Bend.’ Tippecanoe Place Restaurant 620 W. Washington St. (574) 234-9077 Fine dining offered in the Studebaker Family Mansion. Barnaby’s 713 E. Jefferson Blvd. (574) 288-4981 Family dining serving some of the regions favorite pizza. South Bend Chocolate Cafe 122 S. Michigan St. (574) 287-0725 Offers unique gourmet chocolates, treats and coffee. RECREATION/FAMILY FUN • HealthWorks! Kids’ Museum, 111 W. Jefferson Blvd. • Tour the Oliver Mansion, 808 W. Washington St. • South Bend Museum of Art, 120 S. St. Joseph St. ANNUAL EVENTS Sunburst Race — June 6 Bike the Bend — June 14 St. Joseph County 4H Fair — July 3-11
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st. joseph & stevensville
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he seat of Berrien County’s government, St. Joseph and its beaches, hills and other natural resources have enraptured people for over a century, be they the tourists who come to take in the sights or the thousands who call the city home. Located close by is the village of Stevensville. With a vibrant landscape and quaint small-town atmosphere, the community offers visitors a chance to enjoy the Great Lakes without the bustle of a larger city. POPULATION St. Joseph: 8,311 Stevensville: 1,130 GOVERNMENT INFO City of St. Joseph 700 Broad St. (269) 983-5541 www.sjcity.com Village of Stevensville 5768 Saint Joseph Ave. (269) 429-1802 villageofstevensville.us ATTRACTIONS St Joseph Lighthouse North Pier Silver Beach County Park 101 Broad St. St. Joseph, Michigan 49085 Silver Beach Carousel 333 Broad St. St. Joseph, Michigan 49085 silverbeachcarousel.com Grand Mere State Park Bit of Swiss Pastry Shoppe 4333 Ridge Rd., Stevensville
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What is the best thing about St. Joseph/Stevensville? “The summer season. That’s when it gets real big here.”
Curious Kids Museum 415 Lake Blvd. (269) 983-2543 curiouskidsmuseum.org DINING CHOICES Clementine’s Too 1235 Broad St. (269) 983-0990 ohmydarling.com A branch off the South Haven restaurant, Clementine’s Too offers great food matched by an amazing view of the lake. Silver Beach Pizza 410 Vine St. (269) 983-4743 silverbeachpizza.com Silver Beach Pizza is famous for its specialty pizzas right on the lake. The Grand Mere Inn 5800 Red Arrow Highway Stevensville (269) 429-3591 grandemereinn.com Cottage decor and sunset views set a relaxed tone for steak and seafood, plus a full bar.
— Skye Baker
“It’s an awesome place to raise kids. It has got a lot to offer families.” — Paul Ryberg
“The lakes and the beaches. It is why we moved here.” — Mark Lloyd
did you know... Fred “Killer” Burke, a member of Al Capone’s gang who participated in the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre, lived in Stevensville.
Tosi’s 4337 Ridge Road, Stevensville (269) 429-3689 tosis.com Tosi’s is famous for its Italian cuisine and pizza. The Welcome Inn 5721 St. Joseph Ave., Stevensville
(269) 429-3622 www.facebook.com/pages/TheWelcome-Inn Serving up hamburgers, beer and more. Events • BBQ, Blues and Bluegrass — May 16 • Memorial Day Parade — May 22 • Mike Yore Memorial Car & Music Show — July 17 • Chalk the Block — July 31-Aug. 2 • Fall Festival — Sept. 25-26 • Wine Festival & Public Art Auction — Sept. 26
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antiques on the bluff June 7, July 5, Sept. 6, Oct. 4 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
craft fair Saturdays through Oct.17 9 a.m.-2.p.m.
May 30 and Sept. 5 10 a.m.-5 p.m. on the Bluff
St. Joseph Today Welcome Center 301 State Street • St. Joseph, MI 49085 • 269-985-1111 For more information: www.stjoetoday.com • facebook.com/stjoetoday
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did you know... The holiday film, “Prancer,” released in 1989, was filmed in Three Oaks, Michigan.
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ith a beautiful downtown that reflects the definition of small-town charm, it is no wonder filmmakers chose Three Oaks as the set for the popular Christmas classic, “Prancer.” In recent years, Three Oaks has grown significantly, adding a number of businesses like Journeyman Distillery and the Acorn Theatre, both of which have made Three Oaks a popular tourist destination. Six miles east on M60, the village of Galien is a quiet community perfect for families.
POPULATION Galien: 549 Three Oaks: 1,592 GOVERNMENT INFO Three Oaks Township 8 E. Linden St., Three Oaks (269) 756-9801 Village of Galien 121 Cleveland Ave., Galien (269) 545-3647
DINING CHOICES Froelich’s 16 N. Elm St. (269) 756-6002 Known for homemade breads, salads and soup.
Photos by Ambrosia Neldon
Conway’s 1 E. Central St. (708) 369-2831 facebook.com/conwaysofthreeoaks Conway’s is an Irish sandwich and coffee shop that also serves homemade pastries. ATTRACTIONS Journeyman Distillery 109 Generations Dr. (269) 820-2050 journeymandistillery.com
Pleasant House 9 North Elm St. (269) 756-3600 Pleasant House is a British style brewery that specializes in “Royal Pies.”
Acorn Theater 107 Generations Dr. Three Oaks, Michigan (269) 756-3879 acorntheater.com
Featherbone Factory 205 Generations Dr. (269) 756-7320 RECREATION/FAMILY FUN • Dewey Cannon Trading Post • Shakespeare and concerts in the park • Art galleries • Vicker’s Theatre ANNUAL EVENTS • Three Oaks History Day — April 5 • Flag Day Festival — June 13-15 • Three Oaks Holiday Parade — Dec. 6
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“We did yoga in the park with Deirdre. That was a ton of fun. There are also a lot of places to go antiquing down here.” — Maari Suorsa
“You have to try the Scottish egg at Conway’s. There’s nothing like it!” — Rachel Lewis
“Three Oaks is a great vacation spot for when people want to get out of the city and quiet down a bit.” — Megan Johns
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NOTE: This list features the major attractions for this category but may not include every destination in Michiana due to the large geographical area covered and constant changes associated with a directory.
sports complexes Edwardsburg Sports Complex 7566 U.S. 12 Edwardsburg, MI 49112 edwardsburgsportscomplex. com
Joyce Center at Notre Dame 113 Joyce Center Notre Dame, IN 46556 (574) 631-7356 und.com
Four Winds Field at Coveleski Stadium 501 W. South St. South Bend, IN 46601 (574) 235-9988 milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t550
Soccer Zone 1435 University Drive Ct. Granger, IN 46530 (574) 243-5777 letsplaysoccer.com
Notre Dame Stadium Moose Krause Circle South Bend, IN 46616 (574) 631-7356 und.com Thomas Stadium 1119 Silverbrook Ave. Niles, MI 49120 (574) 386-9023 eteamz.com/ greaternilesbaseball
walking and biking trails INDIANA Elkhart • Pumpkinvine Nature Trail
MICHIGAN Berrien Springs • Love Creek County Park
Granger • Granger Paths
Buchanan • McCoy’s Creek Trail
Galien • Galien River County Park Jones • Dr. TK Lawless Park
Mishawaka • Riverwalk
Benton Harbor • Harbor Shores • Sarett Nature Center
New Buffalo • Turtle Pond Nature Trail
Dowagiac • Arthur Dodd Memorial Park • Fred Russ Forest Park • Rotary Park
Niles • Fernwood Botanical Garden • Riverfront Park • Indiana River Valley Trail
South Bend • East Bank Riverwalk • Riverside • Northside Trail • South Bend Bikeway
• Rudolphi Woods
• Madeline Bertrand Park Sawyer • Warren Dunes State Park Loop St. Joseph • Howard Family Recreation Path • Lake Bluff Park
winter venues Compton Family Ice Arena 100 Compton Family Ice Arena Notre Dame, IN 46556 (574) 631-1166 und.com/comptonarena/comptonfamily The Ice Box 1421 S. Walnut St. South Bend, IN 46619 (574) 288-3300 IceBoxskatingrink.org John and Dede Howard Ice Arena 2414 Willa Drive St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 983-8795 sjcity.com Merrifield Park Ice Rink 1000 E. Mishawaka Ave. Mishawaka, IN 46546 (574) 258-1665 mishawakain.gov/merrifieldicerink Swiss Valley Ski Resort 13421 Mann St. Jones, MI 49061 (269) 244-5635 skiswissvalley.com
Stevensville • Grand Mere State Park Three Oaks • Backroads Bikeway
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golf courses
public courses INDIANA Granger Juday Creek Golf Course 14770 Lindy Drive, (574) 277-4653 www.judaycreek.com Mishawaka Eberhart Park Golf Course 801 N. State St. (574) 255-5508 mishawaka.in.gov/ eberhartgolf Notre Dame Notre Dame Golf Course U.S. 933 and Dorr Road (574) 631-6425
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MICHIGAN Benton Harbor Berrien Hills Golf Club 690 W. Napier Ave. (269) 925-9002 berrienhills.com
Hampshire Country Club 29592 Pokagon Highway (269) 782-7476 hampshire36.com
Blossom Trails Golf Club 1565 E. Britain Ave. (269) 925-4951 blossomtrailsgolfclub.com Harbor Shores Golf Club 201 Graham Avenue, (269) 927-4653 www.harborshoreslife.com
Warren Golf Course at Notre Dame 110 Warren Golf Course, (574) 631-4653 warrengolfcourse.com
Lake Michigan Hills Golf Club 2520 Kerlikowski Road (269) 849-4653 lakemichiganhills.com
South Bend Blackthorn Golf Club 6100 Nimtz Pkwy. (574) 232-4653 blackthorngolf.com
Buchanan Brookwood Golf Course 1339 Rynearson Road (269) 695-7818 golfbrookwood.com
Elbel Park Golf Course 26595 Auten Rd. (574) 271-9180 sbparkgolf.com/ elbel_course/
Cassopolis Diamond Lake Golf Club 22041 M-60 E (269) 445-3143
Erskine Park Golf Club 4200 Miami Road, (574) 291-3216
Park Shore Golf Course 610 Park Shore Drive (269) 445-2834 www.parkshoregolfclub.com
Studebaker Golf Course 718 E. Calvert St. (574) 287-6634
Dowagiac Dowagiac Elks Golf Club 300 Riverside Dr.
Spruce Ridge Golf Club 26831 Dutch Settlement Road (269) 782-5827 Edwardsburg Four Lakes Country Club 22786 U.S. Highway 12 E (269) 699-5349 fourlakescc.com Garver Lake Golf Course 25320 May Street, (269) 663-6463 New Buffalo Whittaker Woods Golf Course 12578 Wilson Road, (269) 469-3400 golfwhittaker.com Niles Plym Park Golf Course 401 Marmont St. Niles, Mich. (269) 684-7331 Watervliet Paw Paw Lake Golf Club 4548 Forest Beach Road, (269) 463-3831 pplgcgolf.com
private courses INDIANA Granger Knollwood Country Club 16633 Baywood Lane (574) 277-2620 clubcorp.com/clubs/ knollwood-countryclub South Bend Morris Park Country Club 2200 McKinley Ave. (574) 282-3727 morrisparkcc.com South Bend Country Club 25800 Country Club Drive, (574) 282-2527 southbendcc.com MICHIGAN Benton Harbor Point O’Woods Golf & Country Club 1516 Roslyn Road (269) 944-5851 pointowoods.com
Bridgman Lost Dunes Golf Club 9300 Red Arrow Hwy. (269) 465-9300 www.lostdunes.com Buchanan Orchard Hills Country Club 2841 Niles-Buchanan Road (269) 695-5722 www.orchardhillscc. org New Buffalo The Dunes Club Private 10600 Marquette Road, (269) 469-5539 Niles Signal Point Country Club 1475 West River Road (269) 683-7073 signalpointgolf.com
NOTE: This list features the major attractions for this category but may not include every destination in Michiana due to the large geographical area covered and constant changes associated with a directory.
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Berrien County Sheriff’s Department www.brandywinebobcats.org 1830 S. 3rd St • Niles, MI 49120 • 269-684-7150
Crime Prevention Unit
919 Port Street, St. Joseph, Michigan 49085 Sheriff Paul Bailey (269) 983-7141 Ext. 7221 • www.bcsheriff.org
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NOTE: This list features the major attractions for this category but may not include every destination in Michiana due to the large geographical area covered and constant changes associated with a directory.
beaches Benton Harbor Jean Klock Park Jean Drive Amenities: Bathhouse, concessions, volleyball, playground, picnic shelter (269) 927-8479 Rocky Gap County Park Rocky Gap Road Amenities: Picnicking (269) 983-7111 Bridgman Weko Beach 5239 Lake St. Amenities: Beach house, picnic tables, playground, camping, hiking, showers (269) 313-0877 New Buffalo New Buffalo Lakefront Park and Beach Whittaker Street Amenities: Restrooms, playground, concessions, restaurants, shopping (866) 494-6371
Sawyer Warren Dunes State Park 12032 Red Arrow Highwa Amenities: Camping, cabins, picnicking, trails (269) 426-4829 Stevensville Grand Mere State Park Thornton Drive Amenities: Hiking, picnic shelter, dog friendly (269) 426-4013
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St. Joseph Silver Beach County Park 101 Broad St. Amenities: Playground, concessions, restrooms, volleyball, lighthouse, restaurants, shopping (269) 982-0533 Tiscornia Park 80 Ridgeway St. Amenities: Restrooms, picnic area (269) 983-6341
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farms
u-pick farms INDIANA Mishawaka Hilltop Farms 13825 Dragoon Train South Bend Thistleberry Farm 61391 Mayflower Road MICHIGAN Baroda Shafer Orchards 207 Shafer Road
Stover’s Farm Market & U-Pic 7837 M-139 Yule Tide Acres Nursery & Christmas Tree Farm 8466 M-62 Bridgman Jones Berry Farm 9245 Gast Road Rambo Blueberries 11306 Gast Road
Benton Harbor Higbees 162 S. Blue Cree Road
Coloma Fruit Acres 3390 Friday Road
Pumpkins Galore 3256 E. Napier Ave.
Dowagiac Butler Tree Farm 21515 Crane St.
Berrien Center Earth First Farms 8335 Smith Road Frank Farms 8249 Deans Hill Road Berrien Springs Lemon Creek Fruit Farm & Winery 533 E. Lemon Creek Road
Photo by Jason Hilty
Eau Claire Tree-Mendus Fruit Farm 9351 E. Eureka Road Galien Pinecrest Christmas Tree Farm 4403 Spring Creek Road NOTE: This list features the major attractions for this category but may not include every destination in Michiana due to the large geographical area covered and constant changes associated with a directory.
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farm markets Elkhart Midwest Farmers Market 27919 County Road 26 South Bend South Bend Farmers Market 1105 Northside Blvd. Mishawaka Blueberry Ranch 54743 Buckeye Road
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Benton Harbor Sommer Fresh Farms 1093 S. Benton Center Road
Piggot’s Farm Market & Bakery 3824 E. Napier Ave. Benton Harbor, Michigan 49022 Cassopolis Dussel’s Farm Market & Greenhouse 21765 M-60 Coloma Bob’s Barn Farm Market and Bakery 4858 Coloma Road
Grandma’s Fruit Market 5771 Johson Road Dowagiac Country Pride Farm Market 33248 M-62 W Niles Shelton’s Farm Market 1832 S. 11th St. St. Joseph Nye’s Apple Barn 3151 Niles Road
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parks INDIANA Granger Harris Township Park Brummit Road (574) 277-9945 St. Joseph Valley Memorial Park 375 Cleveland Road (574) 272-6971 Mishawaka Central Park 295 E. Mishawaka Ave. (574) 258-1664 Merrifield Park N. Merrifield Ave. (574) 258-1664 River Walk/Beutter Park 400 N. Spring St. (574) 258-1664
NOTE: This list features the major attractions for this category but may not include every destination in Michiana due to the large geographical area covered and constant changes associated with a directory.
South Bend Leeper Park Michigan Street St. Pat’s Park 50651 Laurel Road (574) 277-4828 MICHIGAN Baroda Baroda Village Park Fourth Street (269) 927-0300 Benton Harbor Jean Klock Park Jean Drive (269) 208-5278
9292 Huckleberry Road (269) 471-2617
28776 Yaw St. Dowagiac, Michigan
Berrien Springs Shamrock Park 9385 Old US Highway 31 S (269) 473-5691
Decatur Russ Forest Park 20379 Marcellus Hwy. (269) 445-4456
Bridgman Captain Mike’s Fun Park 10975 Red Arrow Highway (269) 465-5747 Lake Township Park 3220 W. Shawnee Road (269) 465-6601
Rocky Gap Park 1100 Rocky Gap Road (269) 983-7111
Dowagiac Beckwith Park S. Front Street
Berrien Center Love Creek Nature Center
Farr Park Main Street Russom Park
Niles Arthur Dodd Memorial Park 61437 Creek Rd. (269) 445-4456 Madeline Bertrand Park 3038 Adams Road (269) 683-8280 Plym Park 401 Marmont Niles, Michigan (269) 684-7331 Riverfront Park Downtown Niles (269) 687-9681
Sawyer Warren Dunes State Park 12032 Red Arrow Hwy. (269) 426-4013 Warren Woods State Park 12032 Red Arrow Highway Sawyer, Michigan (269) 426-4013 Stevensville Grand Mere State Park Thornton Drive (269) 426-4013 St. Joseph Silver Beach County Park 101 Broad St. (269) 982-0533
campgrounds INDIANA Granger South Bend/Elkhart North KOA Campground 50707 Princess Way (574) 277-1335 MICHIGAN Berrien Center Five Pines Ministries 6597 Smith Road (269) 471-1396 Bridgman Weko Beach Campground 5239 Lake St. (269) 465-3406
Buchanan Fullers Resort Campground 1622 E. Clear Lake Road (269) 695-3785
Coloma Dune Lake Campground 80855 CR 376 (269) 764-8941
Edwardsburg Camp Wildwood 23040 Phillips St. (269) 699-5331
Cassopolis Cool Springs Campground 23431 Shurte St. Cassopolis, Michigan (269) 445-0025
Dowagiac Land of Lakes Campground 93283 CR 690 (269) 424-5070
Niles Spaulding Lake Campground 33524 Bell St. (269) 684-1393
Pitcher Lake Campground 50351 Green Lake Road (269) 782-4564
Watervliet Paw Paw River Campgrounds 5355 N. M-140 (269) 463-5454
Lake Region Conference Campground 19088 Brownsville Road (269) 476-2550
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arts & culture
theaters concert venues
&
NOTE: This list features the major attractions for this category but may not include every destination in Michiana due to the large geographical area covered and constant changes associated with a directory.
performing arts 11111 Wilson Road New Buffalo, MI 49117 (866) 494-6371 Fourwindscasino.com
Acorn Theater 107 Generations Dr. Three Oaks, MI 49107 (269) 756-3879 acorntheater.com DeBartolo Performing Arts Center 100 Performing Arts Center Notre Dame, IN 46556 (574) 631-2800 performingarts.nd.edu Five Star Dive Bar 561 E. Jackson Blvd. Elkhart, IN 46514 (574) 294-7500 elkhartdivebar.info Four Winds: New Buffalo Silver Creek Event Center, Hard Rock CafĂŠ
Howard Performing Arts Center 4160 E. Campus Cir Dr. Berrien Springs, MI 49104 howard.andrews.edu The Lerner Theater 410 S. Main St. Elkhart, IN 46516 (574) 293-4469 thelerner.com The Livery 190 Fifth St. Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269) 925-8760 liverybrew.com
Mendel Center 2755 E. Napier Ave. Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269) 927-1000 themendelcenter.com Morris Performing Arts Center 211 N. Michigan St. South Bend, IN 46601 (574) 235 9190 morriscenter.org Southwestern Michigan College Dale A. Lyons Building 58900 Cherry Grove Dowagiac, MI 49047 The State Theater 214 S. Michigan St. South Bend, IN 46601
movie theaters Celebration! Cinema 1468 Cinema Way Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269) 934-7469 celebrationcinema.com Cinemark Movies 14 910 W. Edison Road Mishawaka, IN 46545 (574) 254-9689 Cinemark.com Five Mile Drive-in Theater 28190 M-152 Dowagiac, MI 49047 (269) 782-7879 Loma Theater 221 N. Paw Paw St.
community theatres Barn Swallow Theatre 22334 US-12 Edwardsburg, MI 49112 (269) 445-2511 Beckwith Theatre 100 New York Ave. Dowagiac, MI 49047 (269) 782-7653 beckwiththeatre.com
South Bend Civic Theatre 403 N. Main St. South Bend, IN 46601 (574) 234-1112 sbct.org
Twin City Players 600 W. Glenlord Road St. Joseph, MI 49085 (269) 429-0400 twincityplayers.org 
Tin Shop Theater Roe Street Buchanan, MI 49107 (269) 695-6464 Photo by Jon Gilchrist
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Coloma, MI 49038 (269) 468-5662 mooretheatres.com Showplace 16 450 W. Chippewa Ave. South Bend, IN 46614 amctheatres.com Vickers Theatre 6 N. Elm St. Three Oaks, MI 49128 Vickerstheatre.com Wonderland Cinema 402 N. Front St. Niles, MI 49120 Wonderlandcinema. mooretheatres.com
museums INDIANA Elkhart National New York Central Railroad Museum 721 S. Main St. Elkhart, Indiana (574) 294-3001 Hall of Heroes Super Hero Museum 58005 County Road 105 Elkhart, Indiana (574) 522-1187 Mishawaka Hannah Lindahl Children’s Museum 1402 South Main Street (574) 254-4540 hlcm.org South Bend Healthworks Kids’ Museum (574) 647-5437 111 W. Jefferson Blvd. Ste. 200 healthworkskids.org The History Museum 808 W. Washington St. (574) 235-9664 South Bend Museum of Art 120 S. St. Joseph St. (574) 235-9102 www.southbendart.org/ Studebaker National Museum 201 Chapin St. (574) 235-9714 www.studebakermuseum.org/ MICHIGAN Benton Harbor Morton House Museum 501 Territorial Road (269) 925-7011 mortonhousemuseum.org Berrien Springs Berrien County Historical Association 313 N. Cass (269) 471-1202 berrienhistory.org Siegfried H. Horn Museum 9047 US Highway 31 (269) 471-3273
arts & culture
www.andrews.edu/archaeology/museum/history.html Cassopolis Pioneer Log Cabin Museum 400 S Broadway St. (269) 445-3759 facebook.com/pioneerlogcabinmuseum Dowagiac Dowagiac Area History Museum 201 E. Railroad St. (269) 783-2560 dowagiacmuseum.info Heddon Museum 414 West St. (269) 782-4068 lurelore.com/museum Edwardsburg Edwardsburg Area Historical Museum 26818 Main St. (269) 663-3005
NOTE: This list features the major attractions for this category but may not include every destination in Michiana due to the large geographical area covered and constant changes associated with a directory.
New Buffalo New Buffalo Railroad Museum 530 S Whittaker St (202) 669-4423 new-buffalo-railroad-museum. org/ Niles Fort St. Joseph 508 E Main St. (269) 683-4702 nileshistorycenter.org St. Joseph Curious Kids’ Museum 415 Lake Blvd. www.curiouskidsmuseum.org/ Heritage Museum 601 Main St. (269) 983-1191 theheritagemcc.org/ Vandalia James E. Bonine House 18970 M-60 urscc.org
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arts & culture
INDIANA Elkhart Bradley Vite Fine Arts 1600 W. Beardsley Ave. Ste. 101 Elkhart, Indiana (574) 293-1616
MICHIGAN Baroda Tabula Rasa Gallery 8918 First St. (269) 422-2642 tabularasagallerybaroda.com
Midwest Museum of American Art 429 South Main St. Elkhart, Indiana midwestmuseum.us
Benton Harbor ARS Gallery 147 Fifth St. (269) 277-5090 arsartsandculture.org
Granger Max Black Fine Art 7225 Heritage Square Dr. Ste. 238 Granger, Indiana (574) 204-2385 mbfineart.com
Expressions Art & Gift Gallery 185 E. Main St. #102 (269) 926-7185
Mishawaka Nickol Fine Arts 92 Schellinger Square (574) 255-8800 South Bend Artpost Gallery 216 W. Madison St. (574) 287-6293 Artpostblog.com
NOTE: This list features the major attractions for this category but may not include every destination in Michiana due to the large geographical area covered and constant changes associated with a directory.
Buchanan Buchanan Art Center 117 W. Front St. (269) 697-4005 Buchananartcenter.org
CircaArts Gallery 528 E. Colfax Ave. (574) 233-8400 circaartsgallery.com
Harbert Judith Racht Art Gallery 13707 Prairie Rd. (269) 469-1080 judithrachtgallery.net
Fire Arts Inc. 304 E. Colfax Ave. (574) 272-2558 fireartsinc.com
The Native Frame 13661 Red Arrow Hwy. Harbert, Michigan (269) 469-0878
Griffin Art Gallery 3917 Grape Road Mishawaka, Indiana (574) 243-5388
New Buffalo Clipper Ship Gallery 116 N. Whittaker St. (269) 469-2590 clippershipgallery.com
Redecki Galleries 721 E. Jefferson Blvd. South Bend, Indiana (574) 287-0266 South Bend Museum of Art 120 S. St. Joseph St. (574) 235-9102 southbendart.org/
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New Territory Arts Association 210 Water St. (269) 926-1926 newterritoryarts.org
Jill Underhill Gallery 13462 Red Arrow Hwy. (269) 469-8000 Local Color Gallery 16187 Red Arrow Hwy. (269) 469-5332
Wow Art Gallery 529 E. Buffalo St. (269) 469-1938 Sawyer Joe Hindley Studio Gallery 5861 Sawyer Road (269) 426-8516 Three Oaks Blue Gallery 16 S. Elm St. (269) 756-9338 facebook.com/ferrarabluegallery Gallery H. 15 S. Elm St. (269) 756-7777 galleryh.net Nido Bianco 16860 Three Oaks Road (269) 820-2011 nidobianco.com St. Joseph Box Factory for the Arts 1101 Broad St. Ste. 4 (269) 983-3688 boxfactoryforthearts. org Chartreuse Studio & Gallery 304 State St. (269) 983-0931 chartreusegallery.com Gallery on the Alley 611 Broad St. (269) 983-6261 galleryonthealley.net Krasl Art Center 707 Lake Blvd. (269) 983-0271 krasl.org Schaller Gallery 210 State St. St. Joseph, Michigan (269) 983-7404 schallergallery.com
antiques INDIANA Mishawaka Mishawaka Antiques 118 Lincolnway E (574) 252-5400 Pack Rat Pats 3005 Lincolway E (574) 259-5609 South Bend Antique Avenue Mall 52345 Indiana SR 933 (574) 272-2558 Antique World 2416 Mishawaka Ave. South Bend, Indiana 46615 (574) 288-0708 Ochap Antiques 622 Park Ave. South Bend, Indiana 46616 (574) 287-3701 Oxian’s Home Furnishings & Antique Shop 1527 Lincoln Way South Bend, Indiana (574) 232-2227 Relics 1148 W. Western Ave. (574) 289-8861 Rock the House Antiques 19238 Orchard Heights Dr. (574) 210-1000 Tepe Furniture 3606 Mishawaka Ave. (574) 288-7311 MICHIGAN Baroda Apparel from the Past 638 E. Shawnee Road (269) 422-1382 Shawnee Road Antiques 638 E. Shawnee Road (269) 422-1382 Benton Harbor Good Old Times Antique 3076 E. Napier Ave.
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(269) 925-8422 Bridgman Lake Street Antiques 4383 Lake St. (269) 266-7265 Rideout Antiques 4369 Lake St. (269) 465-6855 Coloma Great Lakes Antique Mall 210 Ryno Road (269) 468-3208 J & W Model Trains 6450 Becht Road (269) 468-5586
Harbert Antique Mall 13887 Red Arrow Highway (269) 469-0977
Mattson’s House of Décor 6472 Paw Paw Ave. (269) 468-7953
Marco Polo Antiques 13565 Red Arrow Highway (269) 469-6272
Dowagiac RuST 140 S. Front St. (269) 363-1302
Millie’s Antiques 13815 Red Arrow Highway (269) 231-5110
Eau Claire Oak Hill Antiques 6520 Brush Lake Rd. (269) 782-9292
Lakeside Charm Cottage 14906 Red Arrow Highway (269) 469-4100
Edwardsburg Chicago Road Antiques 26878 Main St. (269) 663-8303 Iron Lace Antiques 20075 M 205 (269) 641-2171 Galien Sammy’s Village Antiques 117 S. Cleveland Ave. (269) 545-0101 Granger A A Antique Buyers 12131 Cheyenne Ct. (574) 271-1380 Harbert Dunes Antique Center 13560 Red Arrow Hwy. (269) 449-4103
Lakeside Antiques 14866 Red Arrow Highway (269) 469-4467 New Buffalo The Barn Antiques 510 E. Buffalo St. (269) 469-0333 Niles Four Flags Antique Mall 218 N. Second St. (269) 683-6681 Main Street Antique Mall 109 E. Main St. (269) 684-9393 Michiana Antique Mall 2423 S. 11th St. (269) 684-7001
NOTE: This list features the major attractions for this category but may not include every destination in Michiana due to the large geographical area covered and constant changes associated with a directory.
Niles Downtown Flea Market 111 E. Main St. (269) 262-4333 Picker’s Paradise Antique Mall 2809 S. 11th St. Niles, Michigan 49120 (269) 683-6644 Sawyer Stewart James Antique & Galleria 12619 Red Arrow Highway (269) 426-3133 St. Joseph Anvil Antiques 2439 Hollywood Rd. (269) 429-5132 Days of Yore Antiques 215 State St. (269) 983-4144 Elephant’s Breath Antiques
203 State St. (269) 982-5210 State Street Antiques 417 State St. (269) 983-7422 The Blue Delphinium 1040 E. John Beers Road (269) 429-3182 Three Oaks Blais Design 1 Oak St. (269) 783-5335 Ipso Facto 1 W. Ash St. (269) 756-3404 Watervliet Annette’s Antiques 340 N. Main St. (269) 463-8002 Bob’s Hobby & Collector Shop 115 N. Main St. (269) 463-7452
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JUNE 6-8 8 12-14 19
St. Andrew 40th Annual Greek Festival South Bend Bike the Bend South Bend Flag Day Celebration Three Oaks Lest We Forget Benton Harbor
21-22
Leeper Park Art Fair South Bend
26-27
Mishawaka Summer Fest Mishawkaka
27-28
New Buffalo Artigras New Buffalo
SEPTEMBER Grape Stomp 12 Founders Baroda 12
Harvest Festival Berrien Springs
27
Artober Benton Harbor
19
Apple Cider Century Bike Tour Harbor Country
26
Brewers Festival on Weko Beach Bridgman
26
St. Joseph Wine Festival & Public Auction St. Joseph
29-30
Michiana Reanaissance Festival Mishawaka
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2015 JULY
4
Red Bud Weekend Buchanan
8
International Cherry Pit Spitting Championship Eau Claire
11 11-12 16
Krasl Art Fair St. Joseph Underground Railroad Days Vandalia/Cassopolis Summer in the City Dowagiac
25
Support Our Troops Festival South Bend
31
Chalk the Block St. Joseph
OCTOBER Flags Area 1-4 Four Apple Festival
AUGUST 2-8 15
Cass County Fair Cassopolis Concours d’Elegance Automobile Show St. Joseph
15
Umbrellas of Harbert Harbert
15
Rod & Roll Auto Classic Dowagiac
17-22
Berrien County Youth Fair Berrien Springs
29-30
Michiana Reanaissance Festival Mishawaka
29
Art Beat South Bend
NOVEMBER 7
Apparel from the Past Baroda
8
Lest We Forget’s Music Tribute to Patriotism Benton Harbor
15
Christmas Open House Dowagiac
15
New Buffalo Holiday New Buffalo
26
Thanksgiving Day Run Niles
Niles
3
Chapel Hill Arts & Crafts Show Berrien Springs
8
Little Black Dress Party St. Joseph
9-10
Harvest Buchanan Buchanan
10
Harvest and Wine Fest New Buffalo
10
Under the Harvest Moon Dowagiac
23
Art Hop Benton Harbor
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2015-16
DECEMBER 4 Candle-Light Christmas Parade Dowagiac
4
North Berrien Holiday Open House Coloma
4
Live Mannequins! St. Joseph
5
Reindog Holiday Parade St. Joseph
TBA
JANUARY
TBA
Thrill on the Hill St. Joseph
TBA
Hunter Ice Festival Niles
TBA
Winter Restaurant Week South Bend
TBA
Chili Tour St. Joseph
FEBRUARY
All month
Harbor Country Chocolate Classic Harbor Country
TBA
Magical Ice Festival St. Joseph
TBA
Ice Time Festival Dowagiac
Santa’s Cottage South Bend
MARCH Days TBA Diva St. Joseph TBA
Art Hop Benton Harbor
TBA
Art of Beer Festival Benton Harbor
TBA
Egg Stravaganza South Bend
APRIL 29-30
Art Attack Harbor Country
MAY TBA 1-4
Blossomtime Festival St. Joseph/Benton Harbor Dogwood Fine Arts Festival Dowagiac
TBA
BBQ, Blues & Bluegrass St. Joseph
TBA
Niles Family Carnival and Bluegrass Festival Niles
TBA
Garage Sale Weekend Dowagiac
Note: This is not an exhaustive list of events. Other community festivals and events can be found on the community pages in this guide or on the cities’ websites.
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21 & up INDIANA
bars&clubs
Elkhart Between the Buns Sports Bar & Grill 2041 Cassopolis St. (574) 206-9900 bewteenthebuns.com The Big Easy 160 Easy Shopping Plaza (574) 333-3747 Five Star Dive Bar 561 E. Jackson Blvd. (574) 294-7500 elkhartdivebar.info
The Livery 190 Fifth St. (269) 925-8760 liverybrew.com
South Bend Brothers Bar & Grille 1234 N. Eddy St. (574) 287-2767 www.brothersbar.com
North Shore Inn 107 Higman Park Road (269) 927-1464
The Drop Comedy Club 822 S. Lafayette Blvd. (574) 222-2639 thedropcomedyclub. com/ Fiddler’s Hearth 127 N. Main St. (574) 232-2853 http://www.fiddlershearth.com/ Mishawaka Bleacher’s Sports Bar & Grill 4609 Grape Rd. (574) 277-9332 Laugh Comedy Club 512 Cleveland St. (574) 299-9999 http://laughcomedyclub.com/
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MICHIGAN
Benton Harbor bread + bar 645 Riverview Dr. (269) 757-7219 breadbarbh.com
Club Fever 222 S. Michigan St. www.clubfever.biz/ main.html
NOTE: This list features the major attractions for this category but may not include every destination in Michiana due to the large geographical area covered and constant changes associated with a directory.
Scotty’s Brewhouse 4340 N. Main St. (574) 807-0655 http://www.scottysbrewhouse.com
Midway Tavern 810 W. Fourth St. (574) 255-0458 themidwaytavern.com
Bridgman Getaway Cubbie Bar 9489 Red Arrow Hwy. (269) 465-5932 getawaycubbiebar. com/ Buchanan Bucktown Tap 259 E. Front St. (269) 409-8465 bucktowntap.com Cassopolis Full Bull Tavern 135 S. Broadway St. (269) 445-5757 Dowagiac Beeson Street Bar 7 Grill 105 Beeson St. (269) 782-3554 Wounded Minnow Saloon 236 S. Front St. (269) 782-9690 Edwardsburg Fireside Tap & Grill 69245 Maple St. (269) 414-4103 New Buffalo Casey’s Bar & Grille 136 N. Whittaker St.
(269) 469-6400 caseysnewbuffalo. com The Stray Dog Bar & Grill 245 N. Whittaker St. (269) 469-2727 thestraydog.com Niles Joey Armadillo’s 2732 S. 11th (269) 687-5555 joeyarmadillos.com Massimo’s Pizzeria & Backside Bar 20 E. Main St. (269) 687-4992 massimospizzeria.com The Nuggett Downtown Grill 202 E. Main St. (269) 684-8788 nuggettdowntowngrill. com Sawyer Fitzgerald’s Bar and Grill 5875 Sawyer Rd. (269) 426-3489 fitzsawyer.com St. Joseph 221 Main Restaurant & Cocktail House 221 Main St. (269) 982-4000 221stjoe.com Schu’s Grill & Bar 501 Pleasant St. (269) 983-7248 schuss.com Three Oaks Journeyman Distillery 109 Generation Dr. (269) 820-2050 journeymandistillery. com Watervliet Rookie’s Sports Bar & Grill 337 E. St. Joseph St. (269) 463-7665
NOTE: This list features the major attractions for this category but may not include every destination in Michiana due to the large geographical area covered and constant changes associated with a directory.
21 & up
breweries
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distilleries INDIANA Granger Bare Hands Brewery 12805 Sandy Ct. (574) 277-2258 barehandsbrewery.com Mishawaka Evil Czech Brewery 3703 N. Main St. (574) 855-3070 evilczechbrewery.com Granite City Food & Brewery University Park Mall (574) 243-0900 gcfb.net Scotty’s Brewhouse 4340 N. Main St. scottysbrewhouse.net South Bend Crooked Ewe Brewery & Ale 1047 Lincoln Way E. crookedewe.com
Drewry’s 1164 E. Victoria St. (574) 344-2056 drewrysbrewing.com South Bend Brew Werks 216 S. Michigan (574) 334-0356 southbendbrewwerks.com MICHIGAN Baroda Round Barn Brewery & Public House 9151 First St. (269) 326-7059 roundbarnwinery.com/ brewery Benton Harbor Cravings Bistro and Brew Pub 1599 Mall Dr. (269) 934-9700 cravingsbistroandbrewpub. com The Livery Microbrewery
190 Fifth Street, (269) 925-8760 liverybrew.com Bridgman Tapistry Brewing 4236 Lake St. (269) 266-7349 www.tapistrybrewing.com Decatur Final Gravity Brewing Company 103 N. Phelps (269) 436-8052
INDIANA Mishawaka 18 Vodka 4211 Grape Road 18vodka.com South Bend The Indiana Whiskey Company 1115 W. Sample St. facebook.com/INWhiskey
MICHIGAN Baroda Round Barn Winery, Distillery & Brewery 10983 Hills Road roundbarnwinery.com Three Oaks Journeyman Distillery 109 Generation Dr. (269) 820-2050 journeymandistillery. com
Sawyer Greenbush Brewing Company 5885 Sawyer Road, Sawyer, Michigan (269) 405-1076 greenbushbrewing.com Three Oaks Pleasant House 9 N Elm Street (269) 756-3600
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21 & up
NOTE: This list features the major attractions for this category but may not include every destination in Michiana due to the large geographical area covered and constant changes associated with a directory.
wineries Baroda Dablon Vineyards & Winery 111 W. Shawnee Road (269) 422-1309 dablon.com Founders Wine Cellar 8963 Hills Road 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. (269) 426-5222 founderswinecellar.com Round Barn Winery 10983 Hills Road (800) 716-9463 Gravity 10220 Lauel Road (269) 471-9463
gravitywine.com Benton Harbor 12 Corners Winery 1201 N Benton Center Road 12Corners.com Berrien Springs Domaine Berrien Cellars 398 E. Lemon Creek Road (269) 473-9463 domaineberrien.com Free Run Cellars 10062 Burgoyne Road (269) 471-1737 freeruncellars.com
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Coloma Contessa Wine Cellars
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Lemon Creek Winery & Fruit Farm 533 E. Lemon Creek Road (269) 471-1321 lemoncreekwinery.com
Niles Lehman’s Orchard 2280 Portage Road (269) 683-9078 lehmansorchard.com St. Joseph White Pine Winery 317 State Street (269) 281-0098 Sponsered by the St. Joseph Watercolor Society
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Lake Michigan College..............6 Moored Beauty Schools...........23 Niles Community Schools..........2
Apartments & Real Estate Loux & Hayden Realty.............17 Mill Pond Apartments..............21
Food & Fun Five Pines Ministries.................14 Buchanan Farmers’ Market........8 The Bend Pub & Grill...............49 Crumb Crossing Bakery & Bistro....................................23 Leeper Park Art Fair..................48 Mark III....................................32* Martin’s Super Markets..............8 Morris Performing Arts Center....50 Plym Park Golf Course.............20 South Bend Civic Theatre.........8* Spruce Ridge Golf Course...MAP Waterford Estates Lodge.........6 Zick’s Specialty Meats.............16
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Mid Town Party Store
303 North 5th St. Niles, MI
1206 Front St Niles, MI
602 N. Front St Dowagiac, MI
9714 Red Arrow HWY Bridgeman, MI
269-683-7544
269-683-3333
269-782-1666
269-465-6622
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