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A party on the island Mishawaka festival brings community together
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By ALLIE WILSON allie.wilson@leaderpub.com
ISHAWAKA, Ind. — Other than hanging out at bars and clubs, it may seem like there are not a lot of options for the 21 and up crowd, some members of the Mishawaka community say. To remedy this, the Mishawaka Business Association hosts the Kamm Island fest every year. “Everyone says it’s kinda like a reunion, like a community reunion. You just go out and relax with everyone,” said Amber Kennedy, executive director of the MBA. The 13th annual Kamm Island Fest will be from 5 to 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 30. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased in advance at the City of Mishawaka Clerk’s Office, at the MBA office or at the gate. The festival will have art and vintage car and bike shows, as well as bands and food. “It’s growing every year. It used to be just a band and some food, and then they added the art and car shows. That’s just growing like crazy. It grows every year,” Kennedy said. “I think there is something for everyone at this event. And the food is just fabulous. It’s local.” This 21 and up event began to bring people in the community together. The band Blammo will play at the event once again, as well as The Sandbar Bums and Caledonia Kilty Pipe Band. Food from local restaurants like Bonnie Doon Drive-In, Lincolnway Café, Morgan’s LBD Tavern, Smith’s Downtown, Treehouse Shinebar, The Upper Crust and others will be available at the Taste of Mishawaka. “It’s a fun night out,” Kennedy said. As more and more retail shops left the downtown area, the city decided to switch gears and try to bring people back for the restaurants. “This was started to help restaurants on a slow night. To get people out and involved in the community,” Kennedy said. “The other huge draw is Kamm Island itself. It’s fantastic, a nice little place. It’s just a wonderful atmosphere for all of the festivities going on.”
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A night at the opera
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T. JOSEPH, Mich. — The Twin City Players will host an evening of classical voice and piano performance this month. A Night at the Opera: A Fundraising Concert will support the inaugural Twin Cities Theatre Festival with all proceeds benefiting the event. Lovers of classical music and opera will enjoy classical opera solos, duets and quartets. The concert will feature numbers from some of the world’s mostloved operas, including “La Boheme,” “Rigoletto,” “Barber of Seville,” “The Pearl Fishers,” “Turandot” and many more. The fundraising concert is headlined by tenor Paul Mow (New York City Opera, Florida Grand Opera, Glimmerglass) and joined by baritone Jonathan Beyer (Metropolitan Opera, Dallas Opera, Munich Philharmonia) and soprano Sarah Gartshore (Santa Fe Opera, Chamber Opera Chicago). Accompanying them on piano will be Teresa Kang of Chicago, Illinois. The event will also feature performances by Lorie Kraus (mezzo-soprano), Kacie Mercer (soprano), Madeline Schrock (soprano) and Anthony Tibbitts (tenor). Tickets will be $35 in advance and $40 at the door. Reservations can be made online at twincityplayers.org or by calling the TCP Box Office at (269) 429-0400. The concert start time is 7 p.m. Tuesday, June 28. The
• “Clybourne Park” by Bruce Norris 7:30 p.m. Aug. 26 A staged reading Borrowing elements from Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun, Bruce Norris’ Pulitzer Prizewinning play explores race relations and gentrification in the changing face of a Chicago neighborhood. • “Next to Normal” with music by Tom Kitt; book and lyrics by Brian Yorkey Aug 27, 2016 at 7:30 p.m. A local revival of this rock musical whose story concerns a mother who struggles with worsening bipolar disorder and the effect that her illness and the attempts to alleviate it have on her family.
concert will take place at The Heritage Cultural Center and Museum at 601 Main St. in St. Joseph. With support of A Night at the Opera: A Fundraising Concert and local spon-
sors, the first annual Twin Cities Theatre Festival will take place Aug. 26, 27 and 28 at The Oak Room at the Citadel in the Benton Harbor Arts District. The event will feature performances of:
• “To Kill a Mockingbird,” based on the novel by Harper Lee; dramatized by Christopher Sergel 4 p.m. Aug. 28 In this revival of the local TCP production, Atticus Finch is a lawyer in the fictional town of Maycomb, a racially divided Alabama town, set in the early 1930s. Finch defends a young black man on trial, accused of atrocities towards a white woman. How will the trial turn out—and will it effect changes in racial attitudes in Maycomb? The Twin Cities Theatre Festival is presented by the Twin City Players and sponsored by the New Territory Arts Association and the Lake Michigan College Performing Arts department. Business and organizations interested in
sponsoring the event may contact TCP Business Manager Kim Kidd at TCPBoxOffice@gmail. com. Formed in 1932, Twin City Players is one of the oldest, continuously operating community theaters in Michigan. It is a volunteer based nonprofit organization that strives to be recognized for organiza-
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ong time listeners of the Avett Brothers are familiar with the continually evolving sound of the folk rock band, both in recording and on stage. Growing from the original line-up of Seth Avett, Scott Avett and Bob Crawford playing homegrown Americana, they have expanded through the years to incorporate rock, pop, and orchestral sounds, playing with the energy of a punk band and the heart of storytellers. Live shows now consist of seven players, filling performance venues with a contagious vigor no listener can resist and leaving audiences singing, dancing, and crying both tears of sadness and of joy. Their upcoming release, “True Sadness,” is their most unique album and the latest example of the band’s constant maturation. It is a journey through sounds previously visited in past albums and unification of elements new and old. The first single and energetic opener, “Ain’t No Man,” is a soulful singalong with catchy percussion. The listener finds it difficult to resist clapping their hands and joining in on the chorus before the track’s end. “Mama, I Don’t Believe,” opens with a harmonica reminiscent of The Refreshments or Springsteen. The sweeping strings are a callback to the album “I And Love And You,” and the full sound that came out of the addition of cellist Joe Kwon to the band. It’s with “No Hard Feelings” that we get into the deep of the album, a journey that takes us through feelings both personal and far-reaching. In light of events in Orlando,
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sentiment, especially in the frame of world events, were enough to make me cry on the first listen. The statement, perhaps, is that “true sadness” is of the most genuine and beautiful aspects of life. The Avett Brothers are skilled most in their ability to communicate the shades of life we each experience. Rarely are the subjects of their lyrics grandiose or out of reach and, even then, they manage to find the commonality of humanity within them. The fierce emotional response to their music by fans from varied backgrounds is the result of their artistry. With “True Sadness,” they have continued that path, expanding into musical realms that are technological, ambient and catchy, all while managing to keep in touch with their roots in acoustic music and Americana themes. Their musical evolution is much a reflection of that of society. The affecting love and hope it communicates is an example both of their musical prowess and of the paths we should each take forward. “True Sadness” is available on June 24th. Preorders, tour dates, and information on the band is available at theavettbrothers.com. Head over to anywheretheneedledrops.com to listen to tracks from the album before it’s release. Justin Flagel is the founder of the web magazine and podcast Anywhere the Needle Drops, where he and others showcase their interest in music, pop culture, creativity and life. Follow their work at anywheretheneedledrops.com. Feedback can be directed to contact@anywheretheneedledrops.com.
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HREE OAKS, Mich. — Michiana residents and tourists can take a trip back to the 1800s Saturday, July 2 as Journeyman Distillery hosts its annual 1 to 3 p.m.: Robert Rolfe Feddersen summer party. 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.: The Gerry Hundt Trio Dubbed Corsets, Whips & Whiskey after the items 6 to 8 p.m.: Brother StarRace produced throughout the years in the distillery’s home, 8:30 to 11:30 p.m.: Stealin the Farm the historic Featherbone Factory, the party will feature live music, craft cocktails and themed food. Families are welcome to enjoy the outdoor space and celebrate anoth- folk rock music with strong melody and sincerity to the er successful year for the growing Journeyman Distillery. stage at 1 p.m. The party will be headlined by a quartet of performChesterson’s Gerry Hundt with an eclectic blend of ers. Crown Point, Indiana-based Robert Rolfe Feddersen surf, country, rock, jazz and blues will follow at 3:30 p.m. will bring his deliberate, topical, personal and political Brother StarRace, an indie alternative rock band that
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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
JOIN OUR TEAM! Leader Publications is looking for a dynamic, energetic advertising salesperson who enjoys the challenge of juggling multiple projects at once. This is a fast-paced, challenging & rewarding position with base pay + commission, full benefits and plenty of opportunities to give yourself a raise. A positive & outgoing personality and ability to be a team player is required. Newspaper, magazine and/or digital sales experience is strongly preferred. Consistent lead generation, strong closing techniques, excellent verbal and written communication skills, computer skills, creative capacity and a drive for success will put you at the top of our list. Must have valid license and a dependable vehicle. Email a reply to
"Why I want to join your team",
resume and cover letter to sherina.gonzalez@ leaderpub.com, message me on LinkedIn
NOW HIRING OFFICE STAFF
Customer Service, Receptionist, Medical and Dental Office Pay rage $10- $20 /hr WorkAtExpress.com 269-408-1980
POSTLE EXTRUSION NOW HIRING
Join the Postle Extrusion team! Postle has immediate openings at our Cassopolis, Michigan facility for: • Packers • Saw Operators • Press Operators • Stretchers • Die Correctors All shifts available. Must be able to work weekends. Postle offers steady employment and a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k) and paid vacation and holidays. Applications are being accepted at: 201 N. Edwards St. Cassopolis, MI 49031 8 am - 3 pm Pre-employment drug screen required. EOE
Riveridge Rehabilitation Niles, MI
LOCAL FUEL TANK DRIVER
Based in South Bend, IN CDL-A required Will obtain hazmat/tank 1 yr. tractor-trailer exp. NO tank exp. required Please apply online crystalflash.com/careers Let’s talk about what drives you Call 616-365-3292
MATURE HANDYMAN WANTED for Apartment Complex Part time Woodworking & Electrical experience a plus Apply in Person: 25 Fort Street, Niles 11am-4pm (269)684-4500
NOW HIRING
Front Office Receptionist, Part-time position with possibility of full-time. Apply in person with resume. Office hours 8:30-5pm, Monday & Friday, 8:30-6pm Tuesday & Thursday, with lunch daily 1-2pm. Dr. Alan K. Montgomery 55021 M-51 N. Dowagiac, MI
HIRING CNAs, RNs and LPNs
Immediate full-time, parttime and PRN openings available on all shifts. We offer a great employee environment, 401K, shift differentials, excellent benefits and employee recognition program. Apply in person: 1333 Wells St Niles, MI or on-line: http://grace.vikus.net/app
Walk-In Wednesdays Starting March 9th, 2016 10:00 am – 3:30 pm APPLY and INTERVIEW WITH NO APPOINTMENT Bring Resume and ID. Onsite Drug Screen WorkAtExpress.com
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Instruction & Training
309
FOR SALE
P.D.K. Firearm Instruction Concealed Pistol License
BRAND NEW VIRTUAL SHOOTING SIMULATOR
Train in CPL, home defense and active shooter situations.
Next class: June 25
Brandywine Schools 3BDR, 2BA Ranch on 1/2 acre. Above Ground Pool. Call Mary Cooper Cressy Everett Real Estate 574-298-2737
HOUSE FOR SALE
Contact Paul: 269-462-2584 or Kelly: 269-783-6570 pdkfirearms.com
Rooms 406 ROOM FOR RENT
In Niles. $100/week. Includes all utilities. No pets and no smoking. (269)6845443
Apartments 412 2 BEDROOM
In Niles, 1 1/2 bath, overlooking river, $600/month, $600 deposit, no pets, 401 N. State St. (574)220-9020 Cassopolis
STONE LAKE MANOR
Senior Apartments. 2 months free on select units. Spacious, two bedroom located on beautiful Stone Lake, Intercom entry building, elevator, emergency pull cords. Seniors 62 years or older. Rent starts at $631.00 (based on income). Please call Toni at 269-4453333 or stop by today at 145 Stone Lake St. for more information. Equal Housing Opportunity. TDD 1-800649-3777 American Preferred 1-800-968-1792 Edwardsburg
1610 Lake St., Niles
You will enjoy visiting this very cute dollhouse in Niles. Living room offers hardwood floors and a large picture window to allow in much natural sunlight. Your new home has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and central air. Your full basement is partially finished, with a dry bar for entertaining. Walk out of your slider from the dining room onto the rear deck. It looks out into your fenced backyard, filled with many types of ground cover and flowers. Outback you will also find your 1 car detached garage, including a screened patio for summer BBQs. Priced to sell at $85,000 Jennifer 219.898.5512 or Nancy 269.357.4522 Integrity Real Estate 1501 S. 11th Street, Niles
MOTIVATED SELLER!
Niles city. Co-op/Condo, 2 bdrm, full bsmt. Hardwood floors & home warranty. Reduced to $45,900 RE/MAX Modern Realty, 269-683-2211
2 BEDROOM APT
with out washer/dryer hookup $150/week, plus $200 Deposit. Tenant pays electric (electric heat). Water, trash and sewage included with rent. No Dogs. (269)845-7182 OR (269)414-0385
Houses for Sale 500 3 BEDROOM FIXER UPPER on a double lot in Union Pier just feet from LAKE MICHIGAN. $450k Call Mike Stover (269) 470-2995
Antiques 600 ALLEGAN ANTIQUE MARKET Sunday, June 26 8am to 4pm 400 Exhibitors Rain or Shine Located at the Fairgrounds, right in Allegan, Michigan $4.00 Admission. No Pets
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10 CLASS ELECTRIC STOVE FOR SALE 636
Collectibles 602 MEXICAN POTTERY HAS ARRIVED!
•Talavera•Sideways•Turtle *Hand Painted *Highly Glossed *Beautifully etched Hidden Treasures 57470 M51 South Dowagiac Antiques, Collectables & More! (269)462-9247 or email HiddenTreasures57470 @gmail.com
THE MARKET PLACE
Indoor Flea Market We've expanded the store! More than 2,000 feet of new booth space available. We buy estates and single items. (269)262-4333 The Market Place Indoor Flea Market
2428 S. 11th St., Niles
Good Things to Eat U-PICK STRAWBERRIES
Auctions
603
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YOU NEVER KNOW AUCTION HOUSE AH:21000020
53788 CR 9 Elkhart, IN. Every Fri. at 5:00p.m. Now taking clean big & small consignment. Drop off merchandise Sat-Thurs Daily 10-5. Pick-up available. Someone here at all times. We auction all winter. Space available at Flea Market. For more details call David (574)522-1020 #AU01042788
OPENING JUNE 9TH 31624 Edwards Street Dowagiac MI 49047 Hours: 8 am to 5 pm Field phone: (269)635-1884 Office Phone for updates: (269)782-5515 $1.40/pound for u-pick Already picked berries also available
Frigidaire Gallery Series, stainless steel & black, convection, self-cleaning w/power cord. $325 Call (269)683-6357
Musical Merchandise
651
PIANO FOR SALE
Household Mer642 chandise COOKTOP & LOVESEAT
GE Profile Gas Cooktop 5burners with glass top, $150. Over-sized Sealy loveseat, floral design, like new, $125. Call (269)6843532
Off The Water, Michiana
Bargain Buys 668 QUALITY FURNITURE
Visit the Plaza Resale Store for quality used furniture and home decor. We also BUY ESTATES and excess home furnishings when moving and down sizing. Plaza Resale Store 2607 S. 11th St. Niles, MI 574-383-8859
Cassopolis- 20239 Bullhand Rd. (3 mi. north of US 12 off Cassopolis Rd.)
GARAGE SALE June 23, 24, 25 & 26 Rain or Shine 9:00 till 5:00
It's been 2 years, here we go again! 1979 F350 4x4, Generator, rototiller, collectible glass, Fenton and more. Antique lamps, St. Garage-Yard paperweights, col669 Clair lectibles, knives, guy stuff, Sales Coleman lanterns, shotguns, Cassopolis - 61148 Cass Rd. rifles, gun holsters, ammo, (corner of Cass and Wakelee books, DVDs, other old things, and misc. different @Diamond Lake) stuff, NO clothes! Dowagiac - 28780 Maple Terrace (off of Middle Crossing Rd.)
MORE THAN A GARAGE SALE 6/24 & 6/25, 9- 3
ESTATE SALE Player style. You pump, it JUNE 24 & 25 China, collectibles, sterling plays. $500 including over 9a - 5p silver flatware, vintage 100 music rolls. Call Tools, Precious Moments, Noritake dinner ware. Jewelry and misc items. (269)445-2109
ServiceS & SaleS appLIanCes
COnCReTe
gaRages
Lawn & gaRDen seRvICe
pOOL seRvICes
TRee seRvICe , COnT
BILL’S USED APPLIANCES
Brady Concrete
POLE BARNS & GARAGES
Superior Lawn Care
SWIMMING POOL LINERS & REPAIRS
BaCkWOODs TREE & sTumP sERviCE
Don’t Miss The Deals!
Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-5pm Sat. 10am-3pm • Closed Sunday 1420 S. 11th Street-Niles
( 269) 340-5952
COmpUTeR seRvICes DOWAGIAC IT3
Specializing in flat work of all types, seawalls, stamped concrete, pole barn floors & Bobcat service. Free estimates. Fast, dependable service.
269-445-3349 or 269-591-0100
COnCReTe
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
WEAVER
CONCRETE Driveways • Porches • Patios Tear-out / Replace • All Repairs • Brick • Block • Stone • Fireplaces • Landscaping Will fix wet basements, big or small, inside and out. Fast dependable service. Aaron (269) 655-4158
DEPROW CONCRETE
Concrete, bricks, blocks, stonework, stamping. Driveways, poll barns, porches and sidewalks. Any type of tear out & replace. Basement repairs, landscaping, bobcat work. No job too small. 35 years experience. Insured. FREE ESTIMATES.
Jerry 269-352-4010
Mowing, trimming, edging, power washing. Discounts available. Free Estimates.
ROSS NIEBOER,
(574) 904-8452
Quality Built Pole Barns & Garages
Owner
269-684-6673 Licensed and Insured
COnsTRUCTIOn
• Commercial & Residential • Computer Cleaning • Networking & Web Design • Custom Built Computers
fRee pick-up & Delivery! Call Today 269-462-9040
by NIEBOER
GARAGE DOORS & OPENERS $ HUGE SAVINGS!!! $ “Best Quality” Sales • Installation • Service 20 Years Experience
peRfORmanCe BUILDeRs Spring Inventory Blowout
50% OFF ALL Roofing, Siding, Windows and Kitchen and Bath Remodels. 60% OFF ALL Room Additions. Purchased and Installed Roof = Free Siding. Celebrating 20 Years!
(574) 400-6766 eLDeRLy CaRe Kare Services Compassionate Home Care Services
(269) 684-1984 (574) 292-2900 Email: kmkaidan@aol.com www.KAREService.com
geneRaL RepaIR
TeRRY’S LAwN SeRvIce
FRYMAN’S ROOFING
MR. MAINTENANCE FREE ESTIMATES Roofing, Siding & Windows, Painting. No Inside or Outside job too big or small. Low affordable rates.
(269) 591-1403
HOme ImpROvemenT
WILLIAMS
CONSTRUCTION
Home Improvement & Maintenance
Repairs, Remodeling, Windows, Siding, Additions, Painting, Plumbing & More. Certified mobile home work.
williamsconstructco@gmail.com
gaRages
Quality Garage Doors Sales, service & installation of garage doors & openers. Call owner Steve Baxter for your free estimate today.
(269) 683-9000
Family Owned Since 1984. Lifetime Warranty Shingles Flat Roofs & Gutter Covers.
Call (269)684-7199
Hopper excavating
(269) 783-1744
Midwest Roofing
(239) 357-3554
Credit Cards aCCepted
Driveway, Stone, Slag, Recycled Concrete, Asphalt, Top Soil, Sand & Fill.
Yard cleanup, spring & fall. Mowing, edging, bush trimming, small tree removal. No contract with free estimate. 10% senior discount
ROOfIng
SILVER CREEK DOOR COMPANY 269-783-1500
exCavaTIOn
Have Gravel, Will Travel
TS WATSON LAWN SERVICE
Any size, great prices, all equipment, 35 years experience. Robertson’s Sales & Service. Niles. (269) 684-2669
269.635.1527
MK CONSTRUCTION Pole barn & other garages specialist. Roofing Siding, Framing and more. Over 40 years experience. Licensed. Contact Michael N. Knepple
(269) 815-2710 Aerating, Mowing, Yard and Gutter Clean up.
Mr. Fix It Repair and Service all lawn equipment, also do complete lawn care! 30 years in business Call Scott
(269) 362-4242 Offer Pick-Up and Delivery
Pond Liners EPDM Rubber, Any size, Lowest Prices, FREE Delivery, Huge Invetory, TRM Enterprises, South Bend.
(574) 246-1922 or (574) 329-9294
masOnRy
Michiana Masonry & construction
All your Masonry needs! Chimney Cleaning, Insured & Bonded. Senior Discounts.
(269) 476-9777
(269) 362-1566
MAURER QUALITY CARPENTRY
paInTIng
Complete home improvement. Kitchens, bathrooms, decks, windows, doors, etc. Call Jeff (574) 532-4735
J.M. HUNT ENTERPRISES, LLC Painting & Drywall. Insured. Free Estimates. Family Owned & Operated for Over 50 years.
(269) 683-4442
FRYMAN’S SEAMLESS GUTTERS & SIDING Your home exterior experts. Quality guaranteed! Locally owned for 50 years.
(269) 782-5008 (David & Terri Fryman)
FCI Building Roofing & Siding Credit Cards & Financing Lifetime Warranty
(269) 782-7310 TRee seRvICe
the Cutting edge pro tree Care Complete Tree Services SAME DAY ESTIMATES. Insured, Competitive Rates.
(269) 687-4972 payne’s TRee seRVICe Tree Trimming & Removal. Stump Grinding. Firewood. Insured.
(269) 663-8091
Insured
Nick: (269) 254-6634 APEX of Michiana
For ALL Your Tree Needs Ask about our discounts!
Licensed • Insured (269) 683-5058
Promote Your Business
EVERY DAY! Classifieds are the Highest Read Section! Your ad will run in
56 issues a month and reach more than 150,000 potential customers each month for only $89 per month. Call Classifieds to get started today!
C & S MARSH TREE SERVICE
Trees, brush, stump removal, high lift work, insured. (269)362-4331 or (269) 683-1065 (leave message)
269-683-2100
or visit our office at 217 North 4th St. Niles, MI 49120
Off The Water, Michiana
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The most action-packed race The most in Indiana! race action-packed in Indiana!
Take the next steps toward your future! 1. Apply lakemichigancollege.edu/apply. Take the today: next steps toward your future! 2. Apply Register for New Student Orientation: 1. today: lakemichigancollege.edu/apply. lakemichigancollege.edu/orientation 2. Register for New Student Orientation: once you receive your lakemichigancollege.edu/orientation once you receive your acceptance letter. acceptance letter.
QUESTIONS?
QUESTIONS? Contact Admissions at admissions@lakemichigancollege.edu or (269) 927-8626. Contact Admissions at admissions@lakemichigancollege.edu or (269) 927-8626.
LOCATIONS
LOCATIONS Napier Avenue Campus
Napier Campus 2755 E.Avenue Napier Avenue 2755 E. Napier Benton Harbor,Avenue MI 49022 Benton Harbor, MI 49022
VISIT
VISIT
Bertrand Crossing Campus
Bertrand CrossingDrive Campus 1905 Foundation 1905 Niles,Foundation MI 49120 Drive Niles, MI 49120
South Haven Campus
South Haven Campus 125 Veterans Boulevard 125 Veterans South Haven,Boulevard MI 49090 South Haven, MI 49090
CONNECT
CONNECT
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lakemichigancollege.edu
lakemichigancollege.edu
Diamond Lake - 62076 Niles - 811 N. 13th St. Carlton Dr. (end of Carlton YARD SALE past ferry landing)
YARD SALE
FRI 6/24, 9 - 2 SAT 6/25, 9 - NOON Grill, Power Washer, Battery Charger, Wakeboard, outside furniture & yard tools, kids picnic table & water table, skis, lots of lake items. Diamond Lake
ALL LAKE GARAGE SALES
Fri. June 24, 9-2 & Sat. June 25, 9-noon Look for the balloons. Something for everyone.
NEW TODAY Dowagiac - TWIN LAKES
COMMUNITY GARAGE SALES
BIG & LITTLE TWIN LAKES SATURDAY JUNE 25 9 AM - 3 PM
MOVING/TAG SALE
June 23, 24 & 25, 1-6 50687 Pleasant St., Dowagiac - Sister Lakes See us at estatesales.net Niles - 250 Owens
June 23, 10 - 5 June 24, 9 - 5 June 25, 9 - 4
GARAGE SALE
Fri, June 24 & Sat, June 25 9-4 Furniture, tanning bed, gas trimmer, gas blower, bedding, clothing, pictures, and lots of misc. items.
HOME REPAIRS & REMODELING
Over 30 years of experience, tile work, kitchens, bathrooms, decks & porches, windows & doors, window Wood splitter, truck tires, wrapping, siding, fascia & small appliances, antiques, soffit. Call Randy (269)782big rugs, bed spreads, 3139 (269)208-9838 sheets, some furniture, sweeper, designer purses, some new shoes, new boots, Misc. Services 747 clothing, dress and other D.J. HAULING & nice jeans, curtains, some DELIVERY mens clothing, shorts, tops, shoes, pictures, coats, Cheaper than a dumpster. hauling, downed garden accessories, lamps Brush and misc. A lot of items for trees, landscaping materials, $1 and some for 50-Cents, trash out's, clean out's & more. James (269) 357don't miss this sale! 5956 located in Niles. 7 days a week Wanted to Buy
RVs, Campers, 921 Trailers TRAVEL SUPREME
1997 5th wheel, 36 1/2 ft., 3 slide outs, excellent shape, new A/C, new awning, located at Timber Trails in Decatur, includes deck, shed and more. $11,000 or best offer. (574)339-0740 or (574)339-0748
672 ALWAYS PAYING
top dollar for junk cars, trucks & farm equipment. Also buying repairables. Paul buys junk cars & trucks. (574)993-1131
CASH PAID FOR
Personal Property Estates, Antiques, Furniture, Appliances, Garage, Barn. (269)445-2220 M-60 Variety - Cassopolis
GARAGE SALE FRI 6/24 & SAT 6/25 Home Improve700 8-4 ment Collectibles, antiques, housewares, misc. #1 GUTTERS
Niles - 30314 Redfield
To To register register or or find find details details on on schedule, rules and race gear schedule, rules and race gear visit: visit:
We do seamless gutters. Free estimates, call (269)782-0401
ATTIC INSULATION
Save money on your heating and A/C bills. Free estimates. Call Kerry at (269)876-1282
Quality Clock Repair
Front Street Framery 801 E. Front St. Buchanan House Calls, Free Estimates (269)409-1031
Cleaning Service 757 RICK'S POWER WASHING Specializing in RVs, Homes, Decks, Driveways, Cement Free Estimates Will not leave job site until you are satisfied! (269)470-9507 or (269)470-9498
Pets & Supplies 800 CHOW FOR SALE
CKC Female Cinnamon CHOW $500 firm. Born 1-2016, for info call (269)8457425
Auto. Service927 Repair SCARLETT AUTO BODY REPAIR
24 Hour Towing Scarlett offers many services to you including : •Brakes•Tuneups •Full Wheel Alignments •Insurance Claims (Full Body Work needs, Loaner vehicles available) •Struts•Tires •Ball Joints•Exhaust Work •Any Mechanical Needs •Oil Changes •Engine & Transmission Service All Body Work & much more! Call for an appointment, walk-ins welcomed. We also now offer 24 hour towing to all of Berrien County/Cass County. Call (269)461-4197
Trucks, Vans, 942 4-Wh Drives '03 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER
LT, Extended, third seat, leather, 4WD, Power Moonroof, Windows, Seats, Locks. Only $3,995.00 Or Best Offer. Please call Greg at 269-262-6448 or 269462-9260.
Autos for Sale 945 2009 HYUNDAI ELANTRA Stock #1257 Wow! 54k $450.00 Down $225.00 Monthly! No Credit checks 0% Interest Call Scarlett's or stop in and see us! (269)461-4197
2010 HYUNDAI ELANTRA (Silver) Only 51 K $450.00 Down $225.00 Monthly Call Scarletts (269)461-4197
2013 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT
(Manual 6 speed) Stock#1293 46k! Nice low mileage No credit checks & ZERO % interest!!! Only $900.00 Down $325.00 Monthly! Bring in this ad and receive $50.00 off down payment! Call Scarletts! 269-461-4197
FOR SALE
2010 Ford Focus SE $6295 2003 Chevy Cavalier Sport $2995 2005 Saturn Vue AWD $3488 2007 Jeep Patriot Limited 4x4 $6787 57748 M51 South, Dowagiac (269)782-5643
MURDOCK'S USED CARS
(269)683-8677 Guaranteed Financing! If you have a job you're approved!
2009 Chevy Traverse Lt AWD, power lift gate, 3rd row seating, nice. $12,495 2009 Ford Taurus SEL AWD power moon roof, power pedals, loaded, nice. $8,990 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe Really nice. $8,990 2007 Chevy Colorado Lt. Crew cab, 4x4, new tires, very nice. A must see. $11,990 2010 Dodge Caliber SXT 90k, real nice car. 2006 Ford Free Star Leather, DVD, very clean, $2,990
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TOURIST FOR A DAY
Off The Water, Michiana
Discover the local destinations right in your own backyard
Paying homage to the past Underground Railroad Days July 8-10
V
By SCOTT NOVAK scott.novak@leaderpub.com
ANDALIA, Mich. — What started out as an idea written out on a lined yellow sheet of paper has turned into one of Cass County’s must-see annual events. The seventh annual Underground Railroad Days in Vandalia will be held July 8-10. The event is put on through the efforts of the Village of Vandalia and the Underground Railroad Society of Cass County. The late Bill Ayers was the brainchild behind the celebration. Before his sudden death in 2010, Ayers, a Quaker, drew up a plan on that yellow sheet of paper and the Underground Railroad Days were born. Ayers wanted a softball tournament, he wanted arts and crafts booths and he also wanted tours of the Underground Railroad sites to tell that story. The former public works director for Vandalia wanted to see classic cars, music, yard sales, crafts, tours of the Underground Railroad sites and a softball tournament. The first Underground Railroad Days in 2010, held in July, had all those items, save the softball tournament. In its second year, following his death, the celebration added the tour of the Bonine House, which had been purchased by the Underground Railroad Society of Cass County. This year’s opening night, July 8, will feature a presentation at the historic Submitted photo
Guests can step back in time as local re-enactors portray local history.
Chain Lake Baptist Church. Saturday and Sunday, July 9 and 10 will feature presentations and displays in the Vandalia Youth Center, guided tours of Underground Railroad sites, a Civil War living history encampment and music at the Ramptown Cabin in Milo Barnes Park. The historic Bonine House will once again be open for tours. The Village of Vandalia is sponsoring a soul food dinner, family entertainment and vendor booths Saturday and Sunday.
There will be a car show from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and a Sunday morning church service in Milo Barnes Park beginning at 11 a.m. Hours for Underground Railroad Days are 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. Admission and parking is free. For more information on the car show and nonfood vendor booths call Vandalia Village President Beverly Young at (269) 476-2344. A complete schedule of activities will be posted closer to the event at www.urscc.org.