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Volume 6, Number 37

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Niles Haunted House opens for season

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Scream Park returns with special guest Niles Haunted House welcomes "Halloween's" Tony Moran

By CRAIG HAUPERT craig.haupert @leaderpub.com

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n addition to offering all new thrills and scares this season, the Niles Haunted House Scream Park will welcome the actor that portrayed the psychotic killer Michael Myers in John Carpenter’s classic horror film, “Halloween.”

Tony Moran will appear at the Scream Park, located at 855 Mayflower Rd., Niles, from 8 to 11 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 19 and Saturday, Sept. 20.

Moran, the older broth-

er of Erin Moran, who played Joanie in the television series “Happy Days,” will be available on the midway to meet with fans and sign autographs.

Pete Karlowicz, manager of the scream park, said fan response to Moran’s appearance has been overwhelming.

More than 38,000 people, Karlowicz said, saw a post on the park’s Facebook page about Moran coming.

“This man has an incredible following,” he said. “I’m not sure what to expect on that weekend. There could be a lot of people here.”

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How did the park secure the celebrity?

One of the park’s employees, Virgil Taylor, is a huge fan of Moran and gave him a call. Moran agreed to come and to allow Taylor to be his personal driver for the weekend.

“He (Taylor) is in heaven. He can’t wait for it,” Karlowicz said.

All new scares Now in its 41st season, the Niles Haunted House Scream Park changes its attractions from year to year.

It makes for a brand new experience for even Scream Park regulars.

“That is our trademark,” Karlowicz said.

“Many haunted houses change a room or two, but we redo everything.

Some of our popular attractions are still there, but with a new twist.”

The park opens for the season Friday, Sept. 12

and closes Saturday, Nov. 8. It is open most evenings on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays between those dates.

Check out the website, haunted.org for a full schedule.

Here is the lineup of this year’s six attractions: • Niles Haunted House: Misfit Monster Mansion — Take a step back in time as you tour the homes of the most lovable Halloween families in this year’s main attraction. It features 100 possible routes and sets designed by professional artists.

• Curse of the Dark Walker — Tour this historic estate to see firsthand what becomes of befriending vampires.

• Tomb of the Undead 3D — Journey through the ancient ruins of Necropolis: The City of the Dead in this 3D adventure.

e p • Field of Screams: c Legends of Horror — This outdoor maze will l have visitors walking in i circles. Don’t make a H wrong turn. i • Dark Terrortory Haunted Hayride: t Museum of the Macabre l — Not a typical fall hay- s ride through the woods. t • Zendor Presents: t Igor’s Hi-Tech Mystery Tour — Dr. Frankenstein’s 4 infamous assistant a returns. s Also, for one night t only, the park will turn C off all the lights and allow visitors in groups t to experience the attrac- t tions with just the aid of a glow stick. It will occur t from 7 to 11 p.m. f Saturday, Nov. 8.

In addition to being one of the best Haunted House’s in the country, the Scream Park is a nonprofit that has generated more than $1.3 million for local charities.

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All are welcome to worship with us.

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When faced with a sad situation, the village of New Troy decided to come together through a community event: the Run to the Center of the World 5K.

Community pride drives 5K run

Village of New Troy hosts Run to the Center of the World

By D.E. MESSICK

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EW TROY, Mich.

— About eight years ago, the town of New Troy began experiencing a big and potentially traumatic change.

“When a community loses its school, it loses its community,” Terry Hanover, a New Troy resident said.

“The campus had been there for 160 years and to lose it was to lose our soul,” he continued. “And there was an opportunity to save it."

The community of just 400 residents gathered around the facility to do so and decided to open the New Troy Community Center.

“It has really brought the community back together,” he said.

The community center that developed out of the former school now boasts

a wintertime flea market, memorial gardens, outdoor classrooms, trails, playground and recycling program. It hosts history presentations and even has a library of 4,000 books with a free reading hour for kids.

“We've done quite well and we're pretty proud of what we've accomplished,” Hanover said.

But the New Troy Community Center is in constant need of funding.

Since the center is not funded by tax dollars, they must get all their funds from community support, donations and fundraisers such as the upcoming Run to the Center of the World 5K Run. This year is the third annual event and will continue to benefit the New Troy Community Center with all proceeds going to the facility that is operated by the nonprofit organization,

Friends of New Troy.

“This year, it has already proven to grow quite a bit,” Hanover said.

With the support of many local businesses and individuals who have donated their time and effort, the Center of the World 5K Fun Run is proud to announce that for the first time, they will be offering prizes for runners in many different categories including first place overall, best costume, largest team and longest distance traveled.

First place medals will be awarded in each age category, and the name and time of first place overall winner will be engraved on a brick to be permanently mounted in the New Troy Community Centers Friends Garden.

There will also be a free breakfast for runners thanks to the many donors from local bakeries, stores

and restaurants.

All participants will also receive goodie bags with nutrition foods and helpful items, along with a free t-shirt.

The Run to the Center of the World 5K Fun Run begins at 9 a.m. Sept. 20.

While early registration ended Sept. 4, runners and walkers continue to register until the day of the race for $35.

Registration forms may be picked up at the New Troy Community Center or the Center of the World Woodshop in Harbert, or online at www.

FriendsofNewTroy/ announcements/.

For more information, contact Terry Hanover at (269) 426-4199 or the New Troy Community Center at 269-426-3909.

The New Troy Community Center is located at 13372 California Road, New Troy, Michigan.

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Discover the local destinations right in your own backyard

Artoberfest takes over Benton Harbor

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ENTON HARBOR, Mich. — The stage is set for Artoberfest 2014, the Benton Harbor Arts District’s largest annual festival.

On Sept. 20 from noon to 9 p.m., Artoberfest 2014 will showcase musical talent, Michigan breweries and wineries and beautiful artwork by some of the most creative local artists.

Artoberfest is an outdoor festival located at 164 Park Street (behind the Livery Microbrewery). Free entrance to festival grounds from noon to 4 p.m. (suggested donation of $5); after 4 p.m. Adults $5, under 21 still free. All proceeds will benefit the New Territory Arts Association’s Art Advocacy Programming and Scholarship Fund for local youth.

The Artoberfest festival offers fun activities for the entire family.

Beginning at 1 p.m., “The Emerging Artist Stage” proudly presents young musicians who were selected from the many talented performers who have graced NTAA's Open Stage at the Livery (1st Monday of every month). Enjoy some of best local talent with performances by Meredith George, Benton Harbor, SonorCentric, Eau Claire/ St. Joseph, and The Sypian Family Band, Berrien Springs.

This year features two headliner bands, Kane and Steele and Nobody’s Darlin’. Starting at 4.30 p.m., the Ann Arbor duo of Kane and Steele will bring “street swing and stomp blues,” an original style that pays homage to the music from the streets of Harlem to the juke joints of Mississippi. In

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The ArtOber Fest in Benton Habor is the biggest event of the year for the arts district. Visitors can expect dozens of artists and vendors throughout the festival. addition to playing on the Artoberfest main stage, Kane and Steele will be teaching a master class in Benton Harbor later this year. At 6 pm, Nobody’s Darlin’, Grand Rapids’ all-girl, string band will take the stage with a performance guaranteed to have you dancing and singing along.

The Artoberfest Art Fair will showcase local and regional professional and student artists from noon7p.m. Visitors can discover jewelry, tie-dye, fashion, painting, sculpture, photography, glasswork, and much more.

Michigan ranks in the top 20 craft beer states in the U.S. with 131 craft breweries and counting,

Artoberfest will feature microbrews from all over the “Mitten” plus a few national surprises. Selections from Berrien County’s White Pine Winery will also be available.

ArtoberFOOD combines local and regional specialties: Larks & Son BBQ, wood-fired pizza by Camzie’s Pizza, and the eclectic burgers and hotdogs from Harbor Dogs and Sliders.

The New Territory Arts Association (NTAA) is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit, grassroots organization dedicated to the revitalization of Benton Harbor through the arts. Founded in 1998 it has been responsible for many special Arts District events and

arts-related community programming.

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Collectible lunchboxes

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his season, children are sprinting from the breakfast table to the bus stop as the school year gets underway. As consistent as the bus rolling into neighborhoods near and far is the lunchbox.

In the early 1900s, lunchboxes were nothing more than metal carry-alls that protected the mid-day meal of immigrant factory workers. By the 1950s, lunchboxes were one part container and one part consumer product. Marketing to children became synonymous with this portable promotional tool.

Post-war lunchboxes featured television, cartoon, and movie characters. The first lunchbox focused on the ever popular Hopalong Cassidy as his images was placed on an Aladdin lunchbox in 1950. Hopalong’s image was transferred to a lunchbox by way of a decal that was stuck on the side of a traditional metal lunchbox.

A few years later, American Thermos introduced the

dollars from collectors.

Like TV characters, icons from the movies are popularized on vintage lunchboxes found at flea markets, yard sales, and at online sales. Values range from about $25 to $500 depending on various factors and based on when you decide to sell your lunchboxes.

The most active time to trade away your vintage lunchbox is during the month of September when those school buses are back on the streets of your neighborhood.

The lunchbox teaches us a lot about how collecting vintage objects is much more than just child’s play.

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first lithographed lunchbox featuring images of Roy Rogers and Dale Evans.

Some of the most popular lunchboxes through the years featured Disney characters shown on a yellow school bus enroute to school. In the 1950s, that lunchbox cost $2.69 and today collectors pay nearly ten times that amount for an example in good condition. Popular toys like Barbie dolls and GI Joe action figures

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A signed Munsters lunchbox from the popular 1970s television show is worth $150. appeared on lunchboxes and later, characters from newspaper comic strips, comic books, and television cartoons like Scooby Doo, Underdog,

Strawberry Shortcake, Hello Kitty, and Spiderman adorned lunchboxes, too. Depending mainly on the condition of the lunchbox and the pop-

ularity or rarity of the lunchbox imagery, collectible lunchboxes in lithographed metal or vinyl over cardboard can command several hundred

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ARODA, Mich. — Car enthusiasts, rev up your engines!

On September 13, dozens of Foreign Sports Cars will pull up to Round Barn Winery, Distillery and Brewery to be displayed along the rolling vineyard in southwest Michigan.

Whether you're a car collector, enthusiast or novice, grab your friends, kids and/or parents and enjoy viewing the classic, timeless car collection.

At the lively and spirited event, learn about the foreign sports cars that exist in the U.S. and how this tradition continues today as a collector hobby.

Make it an afternoon with delicious lunch options from the Round Barn Grille and, of course, sip award-winning Round Barn libations including wine, beer and DiVine

Cocktails. Live music begins at 12:30 p.m. Bring sun umbrellas and lawn chairs but please no outside food or beverages.

This event is a continuation of the past Northern Indiana Austin Healey Club event series that car enthusiasts from Michigan, Indiana and beyond have enjoyed for the past 15 years. No registration is required and no awards will be distributed.

Are you interested in showcasing your foreign sports car at this event? If so, please contact Stan for details at stanbmason@ aol.com.

Round Barn Winery: 10983 Hills Road, Baroda Michigan 49101, 800716-9463, roundbarnwinery.com Saturday, September 13th, noon to 5 p.m. $5 suggested entry

Live Music Lineup Music: 12:30 p.m. ET Dog Patch Ramblers; 3:30 p.m. ET Top Secret Band Round Barn specializes in award-winning wines, handcrafted micro brews, vodka, rum and bourbon.

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T. JOSEPH, Mich.

—The Twin City Players community gathered last month to celebrate the 27th Annual Tiffany Awards. The Mardis Gras Celebration recognized the performances and achievements of its members and volunteers from the immediate past season.

The Tiffany Performance Awards are named after the late Marion Tiffany, an actress, volunteer and charter member of Twin City Players. A secret panel of judges selects each year's winners.

Best Leading Actors were Timothy Aranyos, Jr. for his performance in “A Streetcar Named Desire” and Christine Sloan for her performance in “The King and I.” Best Supporting Actor awards went to Timothy Aranyos, Jr. for his performance in “Dracula” and Rebecca Maxey for her performance in “A Streetcar Named Desire.” Named Best Character Actors were Lloyd Bolick for his performance in The King and I and Beth de Coursey for “Deathtrap.”

Golden Neophyte Awards, presented for best “first-time” performances in a TCP production, went to Noah Tan for his performance in “The King and I” and Natalie Smiy for her performance in “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.”

The Youth Award, given for one or more outstanding performances by an actor under the age of 19, went to Matthew Tan for his performance in “The King and I.” Named Outstanding Ensemble Member was Joann McMahon for “A Streetcar Named Desire.”

The What a Ham Award was presented to Bob Myers for his performance in “Dracula.” Micah Johnson was recognized with the Milking It Award for her performance in “A Streetcar Named Desire.”

From each show, cast and crewmembers select one fellow cast member and one crewmember for the highly prized Unsung

Hero Awards. The following were recognized with this distinction: John Frambach and Joel Pennington (“Dracula”); Laura Simmons and Milt Russell (“The Best Christmas Pageant Ever”); Beth de Coursey and Steve Hamel (Deathtrap); Leo Carmody and Sarah Szwabowski (“A Streetcar Named Desire”); Janine Golob and Beth Sekellick (“The King and I”); Peggy Harrington and Bryce McNeil (“The Crucible”).

The award for Outstanding Costume Design went to Peggy Hamel and Barb Klein for their work on “A Streetcar Named Desire.” Erin Bennett received the award for Outstanding Set Design for “Deathtrap.” Marty Golob was recognized with the award for Outstanding Lighting Design for “Dracula.”

Singled out for special service to the organization during the 2013-2014 season were Marty Golob (Bob Grace Service Award), Christine Sloan (Dottie Griffith Distinguished Volunteer Award) and Tracy Tiffany and Aaron Rennhack (President's Award). The group also recognized Carol Sizer, and Steve Sizer posthumously, with the introduction of the Steve and Carol Sizer Lifetime Achievement Award.

The Twin City Players also recognized this year’s recipients of the Brian Swiger Memorial Scholarship Juliet Golob and Sam Johnson.

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 offers quality live theatre to the communities of southwest Michigan.

The TCP Playhouse is located at 600 West Glenlord Road, St. Joseph, MI. New members are always welcome.

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SPOTLIGHT

The show must go on Buchanan's Tin Shoppe Theatre hosts 'Old Rugged Cross' despite construction

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By Jill K. McDonald

n the heart of Buchanan, Michigan, lies a true gem. It is where stories are told and songs are sung, and is filled with rich history. Anyone who has ever been to downtown Buchanan or the Farmers Market has been just steps away. It may be under renovation, but visitors shouldn’t be fooled. Once they step inside, they will see the Tin Shoppe Theatre truly come to life.

In its 30th year of live community theatre, the Tin Shoppe Theatre is considered a landmark with rich history and a gem worth preserving for generations to come. It was originally built in 1865 by a Buchanan merchant who used it for a furniture factory.

It has since operated as a lumber business and a manufacturing plant for Clark Equipment, to name a few. In 1984 the building became a theater, and remains an asset to the Buchanan community.

The building is currently under renovation, adding insulation and new siding. This will allow the theater to have a longer production season, which typically is May through September.

A major funding drive is under way to fund the project, with support from Gateway Community in Buchanan and the City of Buchanan. Tax-deductible contributions are greatly appreciated to help offset funding costs.

Gracing the stage at the theatre for the next two weekends will be “The Old Rugged Cross.”

Organizers describe the show as a family-friendly production about a pastor who tries to keep control over the church and the

Travis Smith. This will only be the second time the production has been performed in Michigan.

Buchanan’s rendition of the musical is comprised of 14 cast members, with veterans to the stage and newcomers alike.

Cast member Julie Blaylock, who plays Phyllis, said people should come and enjoy the play because “It’s fun, and there are great hymns,” This is Blaylock’s fourth production at the Tin Shoppe and she loves working with Kring.

Cast members are: Patricia Baltazar, Bobby Blaylock, Julie Blaylock, Garrett Brackett, Jennie Brackett, Phil Brackett, Brendan Cross, Rebecca Cross, Mary Diethrich, Trevor Hough, Nora Kaltenbach, Kari Prouty, Abigail Weldy, and Stephanie Weldy.

Stage Manager: Lyndi Shepardson. Tech Operator: Megan Goodrich. Music Director: Carol McKeen. Assistant Music Director and Pianist: Judy Earnst.

Show dates and times are as follows: Fridays and Saturdays, Sept.

12, 13, 19, 20 — 7:30 p.m.

Sundays, Sept. 14, 21 — 4 p.m.

Those interested in purchasing LEADER PHOTO/Jill McDonald tickets should call the box office Bobby Blaylock (Bill) and Julie Blaylock (Phillis) perform a scene from "Old Rug- at (269) 695-6464. Box office hours are Wednesday through ged Cross" at the Tin Shoppe Theatre in Buchanan.

Saturday 6 to 7:30 pm. People can leave a message at any time Kring beautiful park next door. While child. She wonders what a flower Kring originally saw this pro- at (269) 470-0571. Group rates making repairs on the church, smells like, and who better to help duction in 2011 and wanted to are available.

The Tin Shoppe Theatre is visitors join the pastor and seek her than the pig farmer. The fun bring it to the theater in Buchanan. guidance in their lives. happens as all the people realize She had to overcome the hurdle located at 108 E. Roe Street in The park draws people from the true meaning of the park. of getting the production compa- Buchanan. Parking can be every walk of life and the lives of “This is a feel good and uplift- ny contact information, but alas accessed off of Oak Street near Roe, in the Buchanan Commons the characters charmingly inter- ing production,” said director the production has come to life. twine.

Alice Kring. “If you love old The play was written by parking lot. Entrance to the One fun character is Phyllis, hymns, this is a great show to Dennis McKeen (of Marshall, Theatre is on the west side of the who lost her sense of smell as a see.”

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

Help Wanted

300

s C WIMBERLY GM n has 2 sales positions & 2 e mechanic positions open. r Contact Dana Bryant or Wimberly at s Dennis (269)782-5181 e e Five Star Sheets is looking

25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED! Learn to drive for H.O. Wolding, Inc. NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! New drivers can earn $850/wk + Benefits!

Carrier covers cost!

Home Every Weekend!

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

1-800-882-7364

ELECTRICIAN JOURNEYPERSON Gaylor Electric, Inc. is committed to the electrical industry's highest standards of professional integrity, performance and cost-effective services. We currently seek an electrician journeyperson to perform installations, alterations, additions and/or repairs of electrical systems, conductors and associated materials and equipment within the residential, commercial and industrial electrical industry.

Qualifications include: Licensure in state of Michigan; High school diploma or GED, or equivalent studies/experience; Completion of BAT-approved Apprenticeship Program, or minimum six years of onthe-job electrical experience; understanding of OSHA complaince, as well as NEC, state and local codes; ability to lead or assist in all types of wire pulls (conduit, cable tray, floor ducts, wire way, etc.); install switchgear and perform terminations (high voltage cable and fiber optic cable). EOE To learn more and apply visit gaylor.com/careers

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Instruction & Training

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

Rooms 406 4 ROOMS FOR RENT

College students who enjoy country living. Call (269)6840883 or (269)240-0326

Apartments 2 BEDROOM

(269) 408-1980

stjosephmi.expresspros.com

2 bath, main floor laundry, unfinished walk out basement, new furnace, air conditioning & duct work, 2.72 acres, $129,900.

(574)536-5734

FOR SALE

1524 Balmoral Lane Niles Brick Ranch, with basement, garage, sunroom...

Chris Moore, Freedom Realty (269)362-5665 (269)687-8484

412

Apartments Available $565/month (269)684-4500 tanglewood-niles.com

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. EHO. TDD 1800-649-3777 American Preferred 1-800-968-1792

qc lab technician A consumer products manufacturing facility is looking for Lab technician. The job consist of chemical and batch analysis, instrumentation and documentation. Minimum 2 years of lab experience is must.

Contact Tri-Pac 17336 M-60 East, Vandalia, MI 49095 Or send a resume to sales@tri-pac.us

Quality control/Qa supervisor A consumer products manufacturing facility is looking for QC/QA supervisor. The job consist of to ensuring the products are manufactured as per ISO 9001 & GMP standards and setting up the various quality systems. Minimum 2 years of previous experience in QC is required.

RECEPTIONIST

The Dale Rifenberg Insurance Agency in Buchanan, Michigan is seeking a full time Receptionist. Must be able to for a Customer Service Rep. work in a fast-paced enSee the larger ad in today's vironment, be able to multitask, and have good oral and paper. written skills. Insurance experience a plus, but not reKenneth Smith, Inc. quired.

Truck Drivers Pulling E-MAIL resume and Dump Trailers Wanted compensation DRIVERS NEEDED: requirements to: denise@ Class A CDL and Dump dalerifenbergins.com trailer exp. preferred. Tristate area, Home nights and weekends, Fuel Savings Sharing Program, SouthShore Companies is Safety Bonus, Health Be- hiring CDL-A Drivers. See the larger ad in today's paper. nefits.

Apply in person 2596 Detroit Road (M-60) WANT A JOB? in Niles, MI 10 Open Positions or call 269-684-5960 $8.50/Hour to request application Buchanan, MI www.kennethsmithinc.com Call Now!!!

Houses for Sale 500 3 BEDROOM HOUSE

Please send a cover letter and resume to sales@tri-pac.us

Elderly Care 307 KARE SERVICES

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

To Place an Ad E-Mail Us At:

classifieds@leaderpub.com

NEWLY RENOVATED

2 bedrm. apt., 1200 sq. ft., huge living room, dining room, eat in kitchen. All utilities incl. accept electric, prefer non smoker, no pets.

Invest $650/month plus deposit for a quite place near Niles township park.

Call (269)684-4303

For Rent 418 1 BEDROOM COTTAGE

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

CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE Five Star Sheets, a corrugated paper manufacturer, is looking to add a highly motivated part time, with the potential to become full time, representative to our fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include but are not limited to order processing, backlog control, internal/external customer communication, and exceptions management.

Attention to accuracy and problem-solving skills needed. Must be customer-focused, with the ability to work both independently, and with other team members as needed. Excellent math skills and computer/Microsoft Office proficiency are required. Must have the ability to work overtime and a flexible schedule.

Five Star Sheets, LLC offers competitive wages and benefits. Though our address is New Carlisle, we are just minutes from the South Bend Airport, between US 20 and SR 2.

Qualified candidates may apply by mail, in person, on line at www.fivestarsheets.com, fax resume to (574) 654-4587, or email hr@fivestarsheets.com.

Five Star Sheets, LLC 54370 Smilax Road, New Carlisle, IN 46552

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BRIDGMAN WALK TO WECO BEACH

GREAT HOME! GREAT PRICE!

Charming secluded home on 7 plus acres in Bridgman 2 Bd/2 Bth, air cond., wooded dunes.

Short Vaulted ceilings, $488/MO* walking distance to Weco Buchanan, 269-695-3119 Beach on Lake Michigan.

HOMES FOR SALE Classic home complete with IN DECATUR knotty pine walls & ceilings, two baths, three bedrooms, den, screened porch, large deck system & garage. Turn key opportunity available. $349,000.

For showing contact John Page Koenignrubloff Realty (239)420-2739 3 Bed, 2 bath homes ready to be moved into. Lease HOUSE FOR SALE Options at starting at $621 per month (includes lot rent, insurance, water, trash) Call 269-423-7024 or visit www.phelpscommunity.com to view pictures

4068 King Dr., Sodus, MI. Located on quiet dead end street in the heart of wine country, this home is just waiting for you! Updates throughout this 3 bedroom home.

Roof, furnace, windows, well, water heater, electrical, insulation, and more! But if that is not enough sellers are including a 1 year home warranty with an acceptable offer to assure your peace of mind. All appliances also included.

Enjoy quiet evenings on the large front porch, in the spacious backyard or take a walk to the nearby park.

Minutes to the bypass make it convenient to everywhere! Come take a tour today! MLS14029450 Coldwell Banker, RWG Patty Lauten 574-340-4271 269-663-8800

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

Collectibles 602 NILES FLEA MARKET

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

Cemetery Lots 617 DAILEY CEMETERY

LARGE HOME

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

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

WHETHER BUYING OR SELLING

Good Things to 636 Eat HUNKY FRUIT STAND

needs extensive work, great price, great neighborhood, $6,900 (269)782-7429

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

269-684-5030 Integrity Real Estate Professionals

Manufactured Homes

502

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

Availability depends on weather.

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

VILLWOCKS FARM MARKET

FAMILY HOME, $686/MO!

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

Many updates!

Central air, Skylights Buchanan, 269-695-3119

5 miles north of Niles, on M139 (old 31) (269) 362-0253 (269) 362-1932 Come check out our new remodeled look!

Cedar Crest, 2% milk

remodeled look!

10 class Cedar Crest, 2% milk $2.99/gallon. Large eggs 2HOME REPAIRS & dozen $3.00, no hormones REMODELING or antibiotics added. 8 oz.

Over 30 years of experience, chunk or shredded cheeses tile work, kitchens, bath$1.99. Jumbo, home grown rooms, decks & porches, cantaloupe $1.99. Fresh windows & doors, window picked green beans $.99/lb. wrapping, siding, fascia & or $25 bushel. Fresh picked soffit. Call Randy (269)782sweet corn by the ear, 3139 (269)208-9838 dozen, or bushel. Extra large, vine ripe, homegrown toMK matoes $.99/lb. Also, fresh picked blueberries, peaches, CONSTRUCTION apricots, cherries, raspPole barn & other garages berries, and much more! specialist. Roofing Siding, Framing and more. Over 25 Household Mer642 years experience. Licensed. chandise Contact Michael N. Knepple FOR SALE (269)476-9777 •Used and Reconditioned MR. MAINTENANCE Appliances FREE ESTIMATES •Washers & Dryers Roofing, Siding & Windows, •Ranges Light Hauling & Spring •Air Conditioners Clean-Ups, No Inside or •Refrigerators Outside job too big or small.

841 Carberry Rd. Niles Low affordable rates.

(269)687-8639 (269)591-1403 HUGE SALE AT BILL'S USED APPLIANCES Hours: Mon-Fri. 10a-5pm Sat. 10a-3pm Closed Sunday 2324 S. 11th St. Niles Next door to Tank Town (269) 340-5952

Merchandise for 643 Sale YOUR E-CIG EXPERTS

Vaporizers & e-hookah Over 50 liquid flavors.

US 31 Tobacco 50552 US 31 N, South Bend (574) 271-0333

Miscellaneous 666 15X30 ABOVE GROUND POOL

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

Heating

703

OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE

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

Lawn Service 721 GARDENING WITH INTEGRITY, LLC

•Lawn maintenance, •Full Landscaping Service • Spring Clean Ups clean beds, preen, mulch, trim shrubs, edging, create new beds & much more Call Ellen (269)759-1012

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PAYNE'S TREE SERVICE

COMPLETE CONCRETE

Tree Trimming & Removal. From start to finish.

Stump Grinding & Firewood. Stamped, flat & dirt work.

Bobcat & Concrete Work. Insured (269)663-8091 Insured. (269)663-8091

THE CUTTING EDGE PRO TREE CARE

Complete Tree Service SAME DAY ESTIMATES Insured, Competitive Rates.

269-687-4972

Pool Service 727 SWIMMING POOL HOPPER EXCAVATING LINERS & REPAIRS "Have Gravel Will Travel"

Any size, great prices, all equipment, 35 years experience. Robertson’s Sales & Service, Niles. Call (269)6842669

C & S MARSH TREE SERVICE

Trees, brush, stump removal,

top dollar for junk cars, high lift work, insured. trucks & farm equipment. (269)362-4331 or 683-1065 Also buying repairables. Paul leave msg. buys junk cars & trucks.

(574)993-1131

BUYING

repairable scrap and unwanted vehicles, top dollar paid. Call or text for a free quote today. Free towing.

Kevin (817)437-0450

WANTED TO BUY AQUARIUM

100-150 gallon with top & light. Ask for Ed (269)6955818

WANTED TO BUY

Cash paid for medium size refrigerators, working or repairable. Also gas & electric ranges.

Call (269)687-8639

WE WILL BUY

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

Home Improvement

700

FRYMAN'S SEAMLESS GUTTERS & SIDING FRYMAN’S ROOFING

Your home exterior experts.

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

Driveway, stone, slag, recycled concrete, asphalt, top soil, sand & fill. (269)7821744/(269)783-1744

737

WEAVER CONCRETE

Concrete Service 739 BRADY CONCRETE

MICHIANA MASONRY & CONSTRUCTION

Antenna Service

And masonry, driveways, porches, patios, tear out/replace, all repairs, brick, block, stone, fireplaces. Will fix wet basements big or small, inside and out. All concrete flatWHY PAY TO work $2.00 sq. ft. Landscaping. Fast dependable WATCH TV? Dozens of Free HD & Digital service. Quality work. Inchannels, use your own sured. Aaron (269)655wiring, complete installation 4158 & repair, tower removal, 740 packages with antenna, ro- Masonry Service tor & amp starting at $250.

CASPER MASONRY Free estimates.

Brick/ Block/Stone. Custom (269)357-6352 & Insurance work. Insured & antennasplus1.com Bonded. (574)298-3520

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

C & C CONCRETE

Flat work of all kinds, sidewalks, Tree Service 725 stamping, concrete patching, patios, AFFORDABLE STUMP driveways and pole barns.

SORTED LUMBER REMOVAL Black walnut, mostly milled, No job too small. Free $5-6 per board foot. And storm clean up. Fully Estimates.

Insured insured. (269) 254-6634 (574)485-8497 (269)228-1163

Wanted to Buy 672 ALWAYS PAYING

DEPROW CONCRETE

Concrete, bricks, blocks & stonework. Any type of tear out & replace. Basement repairs, landscaping, bobcat work. No job too small. 35 years experience. Concrete $2.20 a sq. foot. Insured.

Jerry (269) 352-4010

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

All your Masonry needs!

Chimney Cleaning. Insured & Bonded. Senior discounts .

(269)362-1566

Recycling Service

743

CA$H 4 JUNKERS

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

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Misc. Services 747 Motorcycles & 915 KLIMEK ATV’’s ENTERPRISES FOR SALE Electrical Contracting, No Job Too Big or Small. Free Quotes.

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

POLE BARNS & GARAGES

BY NIEBOER

Quality Built (269)684-6673

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

September 25th-28th

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

Lake & 17th Street, Niles ARTS & CRAFTS

POND LINERS

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

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

Saturday & Sunday

FREE ENTERTAINMENT Friday and Saturday Night

7.3 Turbo Diesel, Automatic Transmission, 2 wheel drive, Painting Service 754 Has Reese 2" receiver hitch, Gooseneck hitch, and rails for 5th wheel hitch!

Complete with electric brake controller. This truck runs & drives great, ready to pull J.M. HUNT any kind of trailer! Call or ENTERPRISES, LLC text (269)697-3079 Painting & Drywall. Insured. $7,500 OBO Free Estimates.

Family 93 JEEP WRANGLER Owned & Operated for Over 4x4, runs & drives good, 50 years. 269-683-4442. $3,900. (269)462-1515

PAINTING

Int. & Ext., Drywall & Wall Repair & Power washing.

Insured. Call Glen Hoese at (269)684-4055

Cleaning Service 757 RICK'S POWER WASHING

Sea you at Festival!

RIDE WRISTBANDS Thursday & Sunday $20 Friday & Saturday $25

Autos for Sale 945 2001 FORD WINSTAR 114k, runs great Asking price $2950.00 Call Scarletts (269) 461-4197

Irv Cass

2008 COBALT LT

Saturda & Friends y at 8pm

All new tires, 70,000 miles, good condition. $6,400 obo.

(269) 635-3759

99 SEBRING

RVs, homes, decks, cement LXI COUPE sidewalks, driveways small Great condition, 73,000 commercial jobs. Serving miles, newer paint, $3,200 Cass., Dow. & Niles. Free OBO. (574)485-8497 Estimates, Senior DisNEED A CAR NOW? counts.

Will beat any WELL WE HAVE THE ONE competitors estimates.

JUST FOR YOU!!!!

Satisfaction Guaranteed.

New Arrivals at Call 269-470-9507 or 269Scarlett Auto Sales!

470-9498 Loaded 2010 Hyundai Elantras Insurance 758 Low Miles! you can't beat that! COLD A/C RUNS GREAT LOWER YOUR Tax , Title and fees are your INSURANCE RATES! down payment $275/mo No Interest! No Credit Checks!

Home - Auto - Health - Life We do the shopping for you! 7979 Deans Hill Rd Berrien Center, MI 49102 TCU Insurance Agency (269) 461- 4197 Call Deb Asmus today (269) 683-6700 x5901

HAPPY 5th BIRTHDAY to my little pirate!

est Cadillac W at 7pm

Friday

Saturday Pancake Breakfast ................7:00 am Grande Parade .....................1:30 pm Fireworks ............... approx. 10:00 pm

Many Contests ALL WEEKEND! Sunday Pancake Breakfast ................8:00 am Custom Car Show ......9:00 am - 3:00 pm Lip Sync Contest ...................1:00 pm

rfagsapplefestival.org u o f . w w w NO PETS, PLEASE FOR MORE INFO CALL 269-683-8870

Show your love by placing a

Celebration Ad

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in the newspaper!

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Enjoying the beauty of Southwest Michigan New artist featured at the Inn at Harbor Shores

S

T. JOSEPH, Mich. — During their stay, guests at the Inn at Harbor Shores are greeted by a beautiful view of Lake Michigan outside the facility.

Beginning next weekend, guests and community members will have the opportunity to see another beautiful view without ever leaving the building.

An artist reception featuring “Watercolors” by Robin Maxon is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. on Sept.

18 at The Inn at Harbor Shores, 800 Whitwam Drive, St. Joseph, Michigan.

Maxon, of St. Joseph, is the second featured artist to be displayed in the area’s newest gallery.

Maxon’s watercolor paintings feature various Southwest Michigan scenes and will be on display now through Nov. 3, 2014.

“When I paint I attempt to capture the light and color of something common, natural or unexpected. I appreciate the beauty of a simple moment or expression and the play of light on the subject,” Maxon said.

The Inn has a unique relationship to the arts and in celebration of this relationship is planning this reception to introduce guests of The Inn and the community to the artists that comprise the permanent collection along with the featured gallery artist.

The art program at The Inn has two components: the permanent

Submitted photos

Robin Maxon creates watercolor paintings of scenes from Southwest Michigan. Her work is on display at the Inn at Harbor Shores in St. Joseph. collection displayed in rooms and public areas and the revolving exhibitions in the Gallery curated by Susan Wilczak.

“We believe the story of a place is told through artists conveying memorable impressions and history. Artists tell complex stories with more subtlety and elegance than

traditional media,” Wilczak said.

The Inn hopes that guests will come away with lasting impressions and an understanding of the history and fabric of the community.

“Ultimately, I hope the viewer will enjoy my attempt at capturing the emotion and expression of a subject and that it remind them to

observe these simple moments in their own lives,” Maxon said.

The signature permanent piece at The Inn is, L'eau d'Vie, a glass installation consisting of over five hundred hand blown pieces, by April Wagner of Pontiac, Michigan.

The installation greets guests as they enter the lobby and can be seen

from the first and second floors.

Inn guests, community members and art enthusiasts are invited to celebrate the talents of these artists featured throughout the Inn at Harbor Shores from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2014.

Several of the artists will be attending.