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Beer Church readies for summer PAGE 5 Grand Beach bans golf carts from 42-acre Nature Preserve PAGES 6-7

Hesston Steam Museum hosts annual Civil War Train Raid PAGE 12 New Buffalo School Board discusses district SRO, approves 20182019 budget PAGE 13

Swinging for Vision: Lions Club golf outing a big success PAGE 16 Whittaker’s Hideaway Hangout: ‘False Front’ unveiled at David’s Deli PAGE 22

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CITY OF NEW BUFFALO DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY (DDA) FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

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he City of New Buffalo in partnership with the New Buffalo DDA is in the final phase of making improvements to the community’s downtown area. This series of FAQs is published to answer questions about the Downtown Streetscape Project.

CORRECTION In last week’s issue of the New Buffalo Times, it was incorrectly stated in the events calendar that the Blue Moon Vintage Market in Three Oaks charges a $20 entry fee. The monthly market is always free for everyone to attend. We apologize for the confusion.

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CLAY STREET RECONSTRUCTION AND STREET RESURFACING PROGRESSES

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Stabenow calls on Trump to oppose oil, gas drilling in the Great Lakes

he City of New Buffalo Street Resurfacing Project for 2018 has been completed on most neighborhood side streets; however, the Clay Street Rebuilding Project is on-going.

The MDOT bridge replacement continues on South M239, with one lane of traffic being left open. MDOT is replacing the Exit 1 bridge over Q: WILL THERE BE ADA I-94 at Exit 1 and overpasses on Kruger Road, as well as working on Exit 6. Those ACCESSIBLE PARKING projects will continue through the summer.

SPOTS IN THE DOWNTOWN On East Clay Street, Northern Construction crews have made steady progress BUSINESS DISTRICT? A: The on the first and largest of the side street projects, which includes the complete City of New Buffalo will have 12 reconstruction of Clay Street, from South Whittaker Street to East Buffalo Street/ parking spots in the Downtown US-12.

Business District devoted to As of the week of June 25, a portion of East Clay Street has been resurfaced and ADA accessible parking for will be open to traffic from South Whittaker Street to Jameson Street, where a vehicles. Signage will be detour is in place to direct traffic north of the project. (The final top coat of asphalt posted, and the parking spots will be completed at the end of the entire project.) will be enforced by the Parking This project was split into two phases to accommodate local and school traffic.

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Construction began Monday, April 9, with the removal of the road bed on the first section of East Clay. The plan calls for the road to be completely rebuilt, starting Q: WHAT ARE THE PARKING with rebuilding the road base located approximately two feet below the former RULES FOR OVERNIGHT road grade to accommodate the heavy vehicle and bus traffic.

HOURS? A: Overnight parking Phase 2 of the Clay Street construction is underway and is expected to be is defined between the hours completed in August before school opens for the 2019 school year. Phase 2 of 3 a.m. to 6 a.m., EST. No includes East Clay Street from Bronson to East Buffalo/US-12. overnight parking will be Phase 1 of the reconstruction included Clay Street from South Whittaker Street allowed without a permit issued to Bronson Street.

It included the reconstruction of curb and gutter, sidewalk by the New Buffalo Police ramps, driveways, and the complete roadway. During this phase, a detour was in Department on the streets place along East Detroit Street between South Whittaker to Bronson Street. listed above. A permit can During construction, residents are asked to please park along adjacent side be purchased at City Hall for streets if access is restricted at their property. $1 and must be placed on the Northern Construction Services, Corp., the lowest of three bidders, was awarded of the vehicle when 30dashboard N Whittaker St • Open Daily the Clay Street project last winter.

Their bid was $1,343,633.00 for the 1.2-mile parked overnight. major reconstruction project.

The city also completed the neighborhood street resurfacing as part of a Street Resurfacing Project for 2018. Streets on the east and west side of Whittaker were milled, resurfaced and sidewalk ADA accessible ramps were installed.

The street locations where full depth roadway milling and resurfacing has been completed are: Water Street from Willard Street to west of Eagle Street, Eagle Street from Water Street to Buffalo Street/US-12, Willard Street from Water Street to Washington Street and Clay Street from Willard Street to South Whittaker Street. Work completed on the east side of Whittaker Street was: Merchant Street from North Thompson Street to Wilson Road, Norton Street from Buffalo Street/US-12 to East Clay Street and Oselka Drive from Willard Street to North Whittaker Street.

The neighborhood Street Resurfacing Project started Monday, April 9. Reith Riley Construction Company, who bid $783,873.09 for this road project, was awarded the contract. This project was completed on schedule, prior to Memorial Day weekend.

Following the north side roadway completion, the work will move to South Norton and Jameson; however, work on those roads will not be underway until 30 N Whittaker St Northern Construction starts that phase of the Clay Street project. The roadwork Open Daily in that area will be coordinated between the two contracting firms.

During construction projects, the contractor will be utilizing flag control and temporary detours. Access to properties should be accessible at the end of each working day.

For additional information regarding the projects, please contact Tony Ashbaugh, City of New Buffalo, at (269) 469-2781 or Project Engineer Jason Marquardt, Abonmarche, at (269) 926-4565. — COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON LOCAL INTELLIGENCE WITH INFORMATION PROVIDED BY ABONMARCHE AND THE CITY OF NEW — SINCE 1942 —

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Recently, U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) raised the alarm that President Trump’s recent Executive Order could open the door to oil and gas drilling in the Great Lakes, which would violate the law passed by Stabenow that bans oil and gas drilling in the Great Lakes.

“The economic and environmental significance of the Great Lakes cannot be overstated,” Stabenow wrote.

“Our Great Lakes are the largest surface freshwater system on Earth, supply drinking water to over 40 million people, and sustain a $6 trillion economy and over 50 million jobs.

Given the existing ban on drilling and the importance of the Great Lakes, I call on you to reverse course and oppose any efforts to open our waters to oil and gas drilling as a result of your recent Executive Order.”

The full text of Senator Stabenow’s letter may be found below. — STAFF

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Dear Mr. President: As co-chair of the bipartisan Senate Great Lakes Task Force, one of my top priorities is protecting the Great Lakes.

In fact, the first legislation I passed into law as a U.S. Senator banned oil and gas drilling in the Great Lakes, a ban that we made permanent in 2005.

That is why I am writing to question the impact of your “Executive Order Regarding the Ocean Policy to Advance the Economic, Security, and Environmental Interests of the United States.” This Executive Order can be interpreted as an attempt to reverse current law and open the Great Lakes to oil and gas drilling. This executive order, as well as your continued attempts to zero out funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative despite bipartisan support in Congress, are a direct attack on our Michigan way of life.

The economic and environmental significance of the Great Lakes cannot be overstated. Our Great Lakes are the largest surface freshwater system on Earth, supply drinking water to over 40 million people, and sustain a $6 trillion economy and over 50 million jobs.

Given the existing ban on drilling and the importance of the Great Lakes, I call on you to reverse course and oppose any efforts to open our waters to oil and gas drilling as a result of your recent Executive Order. I ask for your prompt response.”

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ctivity is in full swing at the Beer Church in New Buffalo, with crews from CooperRock Construction of Grand Rapids, Michigan, bringing the beer garden into reality.

The concrete has been poured for the patio, the floor of the brew house and the foundation for the outside fireplace. This week, Andy Brown of Hearthwoods in Lakeside will begin to build the outside bar, which will serve craft beers as well as spirits, wine and ciders. Look to spend August and the fall months enjoying the outside garden, bordering Whittaker Street, along with cold libations.

The Beer Church owners John Lustina and Jane Simon, who initially welcomed patrons to a soft opening of their new microbrewery Thursday, Feb. 23, 2017, are excited to see light at the end of their very long brewery development process. While the beer part of the business and their tap room has seen much success, the rebuilding of the 1861 church has been much more work than they anticipated and it has taken much longer than they expected. But they both agree that “facing the challenges and mastering them will be well worth it in the end.”

Both partners spoke enthusiastically about their successes in their opening year, with Lustina saying “it has been extraordinary and incredibly successful.”

But the partners are even more excited about what the future holds, based on the acceptance their beers have garnered in their inaugural year. They said they are particularly excited with their sales volume and repeat customers in a space that is only 17 percent of the occupancy that the finished brewery space will accommodate. In the future, they will also offer pizza, small plates, wine and spirits to complement their craft beers.

The Beer Church interior and beer garden were designed by local architect Bill McCollum. The 1,400 square foot garden will have a large stone fireplace soaring 20 feet upwards as the south focal point and a glassed-in brew house as the west focal point. Patrons can share a custom made communal table or sit at individual four or six-top tables in the garden, which are designed to accommodate 65 patrons, twice the size of the current tap room. The furnishings for the garden have been designed by local woodsmith Andy Brown of Hearthwoods Custom Furnishings in Lakeside. For those that wish for a little friendly competition, there will also be bocce ball courts in the garden setting.

CopperRock Construction Inc. of Grand Rapids has begun the construction and installation of the hard surfaces in the garden and the two-sided, glassed-in brew house on the south side of the building. Local landscaper, Eudave Landscaping, will be installing the landscaping and plant finishes for the garden, which is anticipated for the end of July.

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When the garden is complete, they will be finishing the dining room space, which is the former church congregation space and also the lower kitchen prep areas. The anticipated completion for those spaces is the end of August.

The dining room will provide seating for an additional 135 people and will offer small plates along with their signature disk, Neapolitan Pizza, which will be cooked on the main floor in the wood fired oven for all to watch. The pizza will be cooked in an Italian artisanal Acunto oven, which is handcrafted in Naples, Italy. The 7,000-pound, 1,000-degree oven will cook a delicious Neapolitan pizza in 90 seconds. Prior to offering their pizza, the staff will be trained by maestro pizzaiolo Roberto Caporuscio of Keste Pizza and Vino in New York.

The Beer Church classico oven is now in New York, awaiting a delivery date that can coordinate with the installation of the two extralarge, stainlesssteel brewing tanks, which will be installed in the brew house on the south side of the building.

In addition to table seating, which is also planned for the dining area, is a 20seat bar, as well as an eating bar where patrons can watch the pizza cooking up close. The inside bar is also being designed and built by Brown.

“The bar will be made from reclaimed wood and will feature some other interesting elements,” Lustina said.

When the new main room opens, the Beer Church, which has a Brew Pub Class 3 liquor license, will offer fine wines and spirits in addition to their craft brews. Lustina said that they will also offer one or two unique specialty brews from other breweries.

“We want to offer our patrons an opportunity to enjoy our craft beers and guest beers that are not available anywhere else,” he said.

“We are all about high quality, we want the best for our patrons,” Simon added.

The brewery also serves non-alcoholic root beer and soda, as well as ciders.

The dining room will feature televisions for sports viewing as well as unique original art work. Simon said they are also incorporating some features and furnishings from the original church building, including the six vintage Gothic lanterns and the 1944 altar and lectern. Look for a fall opening for the new sanctuary bar and restaurant area.

The lower level of the church building

has been completely rebuilt, including a new foundation and completely re-enforced walls and ceiling. The basement ceiling, which still currently show original tree timber rafters, complete with their bark, have been completely reinforced. Under the area, which will house the Acunto pizza oven, the ceiling carries steel beams, supported on steel columns, in order to hold the weight of the main floor pizza oven and beer tanks.

The lower level has large bathrooms which currently serve the tap room and will also service the beer garden. The prep kitchen, along with a temperaturecontrolled dough making room, is also in the lower level. There is also a large walk-in cooler for the storage of beer kegs Eight stainless steel brite (bright) tanks, which will be directly hooked up to the new bar for service in the new dining room, have been installed. The brewery also has four fermentation tanks below and two large brewing vessels, which will be housed in the south-side brew house.

The brew house with its two glassed-in sides will offer views of the beer making process, which is overseen by Master Brewer Nate Peck.

Having been the master brewer with Beer Church since the inception of the brewery in 2017, Peck has enjoyed much success with his exceptional beer, as beer aficionados have been raving about his new craft brews. He has more than 10 years’ experience in the brewing business and was formerly with Tapistry Brewery in Bridgman and Sand Creek Brewery in Wisconsin.

When asked what has been delaying the brewery’s completion, Lustina explained that the process was much more than they anticipated. He said that when they purchased the iconic church building, while it was structurally sound, it turned out to need just about everything in the way of upgrades and improvements. Lustina stated that a building that houses a church is not held to the same building codes as a commercial business building; therefore, just about everything was out of current building code requirements and had to be replaced: wiring, plumbing and the foundation. Many of the structural elements also had to be reinforced and re-framed to accommodate drywall finishes.

“It was a long and very specific process,” Lutsina said.

The partners attribute their success

to their brand, their location in New Buffalo with outside views of Lake Michigan, and the quality of the beer they are producing.

Lustina said that New Buffalo is a great place for people to visit and to vacation, with Simon adding that their loyal patrons come from Northwest Indiana, South Bend, Chicago and all parts of Michigan on a regular basis. She said that vacationers have come from Ohio, California, Florida and Toronto, Canada, adding that many of their first-time visitors have become regular customers at their brewery.

“Despite our current tiny tap room, which now seats 33, we have had 20,000 unique people through our doors and tasting our incredible beers,” Lustina said.

Lustina added that the Beer Church ranks in the top 25 in sales volume in Michigan, a state known for breweries.

(According to the Michigan Brewers Guild, in 2017, the organization had 223 brewery members. Michigan is fifth in the nation in the number of breweries, microbreweries and brewpubs.)

“As we are nearing the ‘silver lining’ in this long process, the positive is that we were able to save this iconic 1861 church building and have incredible beers and customers to enjoy it with,” Simon said.

Currently, the Beer Church is offering four brew choices, from a light ale to a heavier stout. Their website publishes a weekly tap list, which always features Pontius Pilate IPA and Crooked Cross Cream Ale. Other craft beer choices vary. This week, they offered Petty Bourgeois a Saison, Coco Gadget Arms a Stout, WITney Junction a DIPA, and a Blueberry Bliss cider and Apple Crisp Cider.

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eck is always brewing something new. A third imperial stout has yet to be named, but according to Peck, it is ready for consumption. A fourth brew offering will be a double IPA, which Peck said he hopes will be ready for the garden opening. Lustina said that as of today, they have 100 kegs of beer ready to pour.

The brewery also has a canning machine, which will seal freshly poured, two-pint growler cans of beer to go. They also offer four packs and single cans for carry-out.

The Beer Church is open daily, Monday and Thursday, from 2 p.m. until 10 p.m., Friday and Saturday, from 11 a.m. until midnight, and Sunday from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m. It occupies the historic site of the former Water’s Edge United Methodist Church, at 24 South Whittaker Street in New Buffalo. The former church building dates back to 1861 and until a few years ago was the oldest religious house in continuous use in New Buffalo. The Water’s Edge congregation built a new church south of town on Harbor Country Drive in 2014.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2018

Grand Beach bans golf carts from 42-acre Nature Preserve

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rand Beach Village Council members met at their regular meeting Wednesday, June 20, where they reviewed new business and discussed, at length, the damage being done in the 42-acre parcel by uncaring golf cart drivers.

President Paul Leonard, Jr. advised the council that in July, he is scheduled to walk through the acreage and the proposed nature preserve with a representative from the Michigan MDNR, who will visit the site to review the relevance of the Village’s recent grant application for the land acquisition. In March, the village submitted a grant request in the amount of $2.4 million to aid in purchasing the 42-acre parcel. The request was submitted to MDNR, Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant (MNRTF).

Leonard told the council that there is new damage being done and new paths being carved into the land on a weekly basis, “Bit by bit, they are destroying it and we are doing nothing,” he said.

Leonard said he was going to have a hard time explaining to the MDNR representative “why the Village needs this parcel to preserve as a nature preserve, when we aren’t taking care of it now.” He stated emphatically, “We look like a bunch of hypocrites.

This is not a golf cart playground.”

He pleaded with the members of the council that they “need to ban golf cars and adopt a motion, pending further notice, immediately.” He and other council members stated that the damage was being done by possibly renters, who didn’t know the value of the parcel and possibly by the children and the grandchildren of village residents who were out having fun, as well as people coming from the outside. No one was happy about the destruction of the valuable parcel of coastal plain marsh land. He said there was evidence of both big and small tire tracks that have left gouges in the ground. At this time, no one has been caught on the land, but patrols will increase.

Leonard explained that under the terms of the lease with the Grand Beach Land Development (GBLD) Company, who are the current owners, the village is responsible for any damage to the land. The lease covers the driving range and the entire 42acre parcel, stated Ellen Frankel, who was representing the land owner’s partnership.

“As long as we allow access to the land, the damage will continue. And they are tearing it up!” Leonard said.

Leonard suggested a $1,000 fine be attached to the ordinance for first time offenders. Police Chief Dan Schroeder stated that a fine would be set by the judge, after those ticketed appeared in Berrien County Court. The tickets will

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be issued under the current Village Vehicle ATV ordinance.

Leonard asked the council, “How can we call ourselves environmentalists and allow this destruction?”

The motion to ban the use of golf carts in the 42-acre parcel was passed with four “yeahs” to one “nay” from Blake O’Halleron.

There was also much discussion regarding restricting access to the cart path called Denny Wallis Way, which connects the north end of the village to the driving range. Councilperson Debbie Lindley felt strongly that the access should be continued, because driving carts on Perkins Boulevard down the steep hill was too dangerous.

Other council members agreed with her, but no action was taken on that matter.

Remedies were discussed to keep the golf carts out of the land. There were discussions on installing posts and chains across the paths, but all of those actions will require a plan to be submitted to the GBLD Company for approval. In the meantime, new signs forbidding golf cart access and stating “walking trails only” will be posted.

Also, notices will go out via the village website, and text messages will be sent out. There will hopefully be a notice inserted into the “The Breeze,” and notices will be posted in the Pro Shop and mailed to all 450 licensed golf carts registered in the village, as well as notices distributed to rental property agents and to Carts on 12 for their rental customers information.

Under regular council reports, Building and Zoning Commissioner Jim Bracewell reported that there were a lot of new homes and rehabs under way. He stated that anyone with questions could contact the village offices, as all permits are on file and open to the public.

Parks Commissioner Frank Giglio reported that with the high water there are little beaches available. He reported that there is a small amount of sand and rock at Walnut; some suggested that the Village add more sand to that area, but Giglio said that the high wave action would most likely wash it all out to sea.

Leonard reminded everyone that Saturday morning, there will be a Marquette Greenway Bike Trail public hearing. He said this is everyone’s opportunity to voice their opinion for or against the trail project placement, which has been proposed by the Greenway committee to come through the village on the Grand Beech Road right-of-way. He stated that as the trail heads toward New Buffalo, the plan is to cross in front of the arch on the railroad side, then switch back to the north side to avoid the intersection. It will then continue on to Deer Path Road, where it would cross back to the south side of the

road. He said that the plan would necessitate the removal of many old growth trees and all of the trees and bushes around Deer Path. The south side of the road will also require grading. Leonard noted that the removal of all of the trees would then eliminate the natural screen from the noise and the view of the Amtrak trains. Part of the trail is proposed to use village owned right-of-way and part of the path is proposed to go through the right-of way easement owned by Grand Beach Land Development in the 42-acre parcel. It would also travel along the Chikaming Nature Preserve easement, with their permission and the State of Michigan Conservancy’s permission.

Leonard urged everyone to come to the meeting.

“This is your opportunity to make your wishes known,” he said.

Leonard added that this bike trail will happen, but where the path is going to go is still in the planning stages. He said that pink flags have been put out, marking the proposed 20-foot path. The actual bike path requires 10 feet of paved land, with a five-foot buffer on either side of the path. Other options for the bike path are along the Amtrak right-of-way, which requires the railroad’s consent, or the path could be installed along US 12, which requires MDOT’s approval.

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he proposed bike trail is a multi-million-dollar project.

Leonard stated, “This is a very important meeting and the outcome will impact and change the character of the village forever. Use your imagination.”

He stated that Warwick Shores in New Buffalo said no to the project coming into and through their private Homeowners Association (HOA) property. He did not know how Forest Beach’s three HOAs had voted, or if they had been contacted yet. Bracewell stated he does not want to see even one tree come down for the project.

The 58-mile Marquette Greenway Trail originates in Chicago and the planned termination is in the City of New Buffalo, although hopes are to extend it to St. Joseph, Michigan, and beyond. The final 3.8-mile Michigan portion, is from the Indiana state line to New Buffalo. A portion of the trail in Illinois and Indiana have been completed or funded.

Golf Commissioner Blake O’Halleron reported that the golf rounds were down in April by a few thousand dollars and down $1,000 in May, but up from 2016 rounds. He hoped for a good summer season. He said that the new ice cream freezer is installed. It came in with a slight dent and the village received a $ 1,400 credit toward the purchase price. He said the new brick pavers installed in front of the Pro Shop are being well

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w s t received. Those wishing to order s engraved paver bricks may do so at a the village office prior to Dec. 31, 2018. The new pavers will be installed t L in the spring of 2019.

Street Commissioner Paul Leonard s L Jr. stated that MDEQ would be testing the village drinking water at a no cost to determine the presence of c i a newly identified chemical, PFSA. While the chemical has no known side t m effects, he added no one knows if it is detrimental to humans or to their d o health at this time.

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Clay Putnam of Servicescape reported that the golf course is $3,700 under budget for the month of May. The aerification of the course is complete and maintenance is ongoing. The irrigation system experienced a break on Hole 1, which a f took approximately a day to repair.

O’Halleron added that the irrigation i system has a lot of problems and S ServiceScape continues to fix them t as pipes break. He stated that the Village Council needs to have a plan to t replace all of the pipes; he suggested t c perhaps replacing the pipe under b one hole per year, which the street u department could do. He said they r installed a new pipe from Holes 4 a and 5 to drain water going into 15 acres. The standing water has been a D f problem, particularly with the high o lake levels and the rain, he said. d Putnam reported that the commercial divers who were hired to s inspect the water intake at the pump t house had completed the dive and t provided a five-minute underwater video and photos. He said the divers l located the intake pipe 130 feet out in G the lake and it was visible and elevatedD at a 45-degree angle. It continued to F run parallel to the surface before goingw under the sand. He said the system looked to be in good condition.

A The board questioned whether the & correct intake pipe was located, as o everyone thought that it was buried v in a gravel crib. The council said that further investigations needed to be f conducted. Superintendent Bob Dabbsa will go out into the lake on a boat in s the coming week to inspect the pipe. f Building Inspector Bill Lambert w reported five new houses going up, r with a sixth permit expected. There n are also numerous renovations, fi additions and pool installations a underway. He said that all of the a projects are going well. There was t a long discussion about the SkiHi p project with regards to the road u connecting to Ridge Road and with a regards to the use of road right-ofb way in that area. Lambert assured w the council that any damage done to rights-of-way during the new home h construction is the responsibility of b the homeowner to repair. He also stated that the homeowner had the t right to cross and use the right-of4

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way for the driveway entrance. He said that the village could not stop them from using a dedicated road. He said there was a conflict in the survey and with the village plat map, which the council reviewed last month.

Lambert said that the plat map does show SkiHi and Ridge connecting.

Last month, the council looked at a survey and voted not to allow a connect to Ridge. Leonard stated that in the future, the council must have the correct survey information before making a decision. He voiced his displeasure, saying, “This did not turn out the way I/we expected it to.”

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ne neighbor voiced his concern regarding access to the pipes that serve the village residence from the water tower. He was assured by Leonard that the village had full access to all village infrastructure, including the water pipes.

The board gave approval to Superintendent Bob Dabbs for $1,000 to complete the bathroom upgrade at the maintenance building. They also thanked him and his department for completing the new septic system by the maintenance building way under budget. The original quote, received from a septic installer, was a quote for $9,000; the Village Street Department crew did the installation for $2,000. The new septic field is off limits for parking vehicles or for driving golf carts over. The driveway still needs to be resurfaced prior to the Family Fest.

The council granted an easement to New Buffalo Township for a water line to be bored underground around Grand Beach Inn to connect to Ravine Drive for the Michigan Shores Water/ Fire District Assessment Project, which will begin July 9.

The council heard a report from Arie Donkersloot of Donkersloot & Sons Marine Service regarding ongoing beach revetment work in the village.

Leonard stated that it was necessary for equipment to remain on the Royal access while the work continues. He said that the access is the only place from Grand Beach to New Buffalo where stones could be loaded for revetment work. The work underway now is expected to be complete by the first of August, but Leonard expects additional work to be forthcoming, as does Donkersloot. Leonard stated that the revetment is necessary to protect the bluff, the infrastructure, utilities and private property, as well as village property. The work will only be allowed to be conducted during the week days, Monday through Friday.

“This is the reality, blame it on the high lake levels and the New Buffalo break wall,” Leonard said.

The village must place revetment by the pump house drainage pipe and a 40-foot frontage by the Strauss and 7Lake Park easement.

THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2018 “The entire shore front must be Armored up in one continuous wall,” said Leonard.

The council approved $22,800 for 120 tons of Armour rock and 20 tons of smaller rock to be installed on the Strause easement by the McWethy property. The McWethys are paying for the labor and permits. The village work will be done in conjunction with the McWethy revetment.

Dabbs reported a good three-year water report from the MDEQ. He said they asked about the irrigation system being connected to the village drinking water, which it is not; however, Dabbs said the disconnect was capped off in 1984 and he did not know of its location. The required five-year water plan is being development for the village by Merritt Engineering and is due to the MDEQ in September.

The council tabled a discussion regarding the brick columns located on Station, Royal and Crescent that are said to be remaining from the historic Golfmore Hotel entrances.

The topic of preservation was brought to the councils’ attention by historian

by Tom Suhs at last month’s meeting.

The Council voted to approve a pay raise for police office Patrick Myers of $1 per hour, which is consistent with raises given to officers in the Michiana Police Department. Councilmembers also granted approval for Schroeder to give Myers 36 hours of vacation time so that he can attend his sister’s August wedding. The time will be given from the chief’s vacation time since Myers is not eligible for vacation until April 2019. The council thanked Schroeder for his generosity and moral building.

They approved a hall rental request from Peter Goworowski for Sept. 9, 2018, and from Frank Giglio for the Lions Club Eye Ball Feb. 2, 2019.

They reviewed Correspondences from two residents, Michael Barton and Lance Rezny, requesting stop signs were also reviewed. Barton and Rezny each sent a letter to the council requesting a stop sign be installed at Eric Lane and Robin Lane. Both reported that people do not stop at Arnold and Robin and this is an effort to slow down traffic.

Councilmembers also discussed adding a no outlet sign on Grand Beach Road in an effort to limit traffic coming into the Eiffel Tower neighborhood. The council asked Schroeder to look into traffic conditions in the area and the need for a stop sign. They agreed on the installation of the no outlet sign.

The council acknowledged receipt of the request from the LSRB to submit all Specific Actual Costs requests, if the Village had any such requests to submit, by the Aug. 1 deadline for consideration by that board.

The next regular meeting of the Grand Beach Village Council is July 18 at 7:30 p.m. at Village Hall.

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This case is unrelated to Michigan’s first case, which occurred in March. Both cases were the result of exposure outside of the country, emphasizing the higher risk of measles during international travel and the importance of being protected against the disease by vaccination.

The ill individual arrived on June 12 at approximately 3:45 p.m. at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) at the international arrivals area of the McNamara Terminal and was considered contagious at that time. Health officials are in the process of contacting potentially exposed passengers from the flight.

In addition to the possibility of exposing people at the airport, the ill individual also presented at the following places: June 12 (5-7 p.m.): Hertz car rental airport shuttle bus; June 12 (5:30 p.m.) through June 16 (5 p.m.): Staybridge Suites, Ann Arbor; June 12 (7:30-9:30 p.m.): Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches store at 3945 S. State St. in Ann Arbor; and June 14 (2-6 p.m.): Concentra Urgent Care in Ann Arbor.

Individuals who may have been exposed at any of these locations during the listed times should watch for symptoms consistent with measles for 21 days after the possible exposure. If symptoms appear, contact your health care provider promptly. Please direct any questions to your health care provider or your local health department.

Measles is a vaccine-preventable respiratory infection that can result in hospitalization, pneumonia, encephalitis, and death. The illness begins with a high fever, red eyes, cough, runny nose, and is followed by a red, raised body rash starting on the head and face that then spreads to the rest of the body. Measles patients often experience eye pain and sensitivity to light.

Cases can be contagious a few days before the rash appears, which increases the possibility of unknowingly exposing others.

“Immunizations are the best way to protect our families and communities from the harmful, sometimes deadly consequences of vaccine-preventable diseases like measles,” said Dr. Eden Wells, chief medical executive with the MDHHS. “If you have questions about a child’s vaccination status or your own vaccination history, talk to your doctor right away to ensure your family has optimal protection.”

Because measles is easily spread, vaccination is the best protection against the disease. Successful prevention and control of measles requires high levels of immunity in all communities.

The measles vaccine is highly effective and very safe. Adults who do not have evidence of immunity against measles should get at least one dose of the vaccine. The first of two routine childhood measles vaccine doses is given at 12 months of age. A second vaccine dose is given before the start of kindergarten.

For international travel, infants as young as 6 months should be vaccinated against measles. Measles vaccine, or other acceptable documentation of immunity to measles, is recommended for all persons travelling internationally.

Measles is a rare disease in the United States as a result of inclusion of the measles vaccine in routine childhood immunization since the 1960s.

However, measles continues to be common in other countries.

This year, several countries in Europe are reporting significant measles outbreaks, including France, Italy, Germany, England, Romania, and Ukraine, among others. Recent outbreaks have also been reported in Venezuela, Colombia, and Brazil.

From 2001 – 2012, the average number of measles cases reported nationally per year was about 60. But in recent years there have been more, which is of great concern to public health authorities. In 2017, there were 118 cases in the U.S., including two cases in Michigan; the majority of people who got measles were not vaccinated.

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ore than 80 residents of the Village of Grand Beach turned out for a public hearing Saturday, June 23, to consider granting an easement on Grand Beach Road for the installation of a non-motorized hike and bike path for the Marquette Greenway Trail Project.

The project, which has been in the planning stages for a decade, proposes to connect Chicago with New Buffalo.

Currently, 30 miles of the 58-mile trail have been installed or are funded in Illinois and portions of Indiana. Other portions are still being evaluated regarding what route the trail will take and how it will be funded.

The 3.8-mile route from the Indiana state line into New Buffalo is now in the planning stages. The survey work was completed last fall by Abonmarche for the Michigan land, which was paid for by contributions from Grand Beach, New Buffalo City and Township, the Harbor Country Hike and Bike organization and with private donations.

The proposed route would come into Michigan along Grand Beach Road traveling through the Village of Grand Beach, into Forest Beach, Warwick Shores and Sunset Shores and then into the City of New Buffalo, with hopes to eventually continue into St. Joseph, Michigan, and beyond.

The proposed Michigan portion of the route requires easements from the Village of Grand Beach and New Buffalo City and Township, four private Home Owners Associations (HOAs), Chikaming Open Lands, (COL) and from private property owners. Berrien County has jurisdiction of the road at the Indiana state line and Marci Hamilton of the Southwest Michigan Planning Association said they are in favor of the trail, as is the Grand Beach Land Development Company, owner of the 42 acres in the village. Hamilton said COL must seek approval from their board and from the State Nature Conservancy, but initial reaction was favorable. She said that Forest Beach Estates HOAs are opposed to the easement, but she said that talks are continuing to be held with them.

In Grand Beach, the route is proposed to be on the north side (lake side) of the road entering from Indiana. It crosses the road to the south (railroad side) at Woodcrest, traveling across the road from the iconic Arch for approximately a block before crossing back to the north side to avoid the busy intersection.

The trail would then continue along the north side of the road along the Chikaming Nature Preserve, the 42-acre parcel, onto an area around Deer Path, where it would cross to the

south again. An effort has been made by the planners and engineers to find the safest route for users and avoid removing the big burning bushes along Grand Beach Road and the evergreens along the south side, east of the intersection.

Hamilton and the Village Council have placed pink and red flags along the proposed route for residents to understand just where the path might be installed. The path will be a paved 10-foot path, with a 5-foot buffer on either side of it. A total of 20 feet of land is required. The path will require some old growth trees, younger trees shrubs and vegetation to be removed, which was a question for many and a contentious point for others in attendance at the hearing.

Hamilton said the project is currently in the conceptual and planning stages and specific routes are still to be determined. She stated that they were open to input and alternative route suggestions for the safest route possible for users. She also said that they would preserve what they can of the many trees and vegetation along the route.

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n addition to Hamilton, the hearing was attended by Tony McGee of Abonmarche, Arnie Feinberg, president, and Katie Maroney treasurer, of Friend of Harbor Country Trails and Caroline Ramsey and Diane Pyshos of the Greenway project fundraising group, who were all on hand to take questions.

Hamilton gave an overview of the project and following her presentation, Village President Paul Leonard Jr. read three letters of support and invited residents to come to the podium with their comments and questions. Approximately a quarter of those who were present addressed the Village Council and the group. There were 15 residents who supported the easement being granted, while five opposed the easement and the proposed route through the village.

Some of those speaking represented additional family members.

Many of those present Saturday who fully supported the trail cited the benefits to recreation, health, safety and to improved property values.

Some who were opposed wanted to see studies regarding the benefits of trails and the economic impact. Others who were opposed asked the council “balance the interests of the taxpayers of the village, not of the bikers, who don’t live in the community.” One person in opposition stated, that “this is our slice of heaven, which is why we invest so much.”

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here were concerns raised by almost everyone about the number of trees that would be removed, as well as signage to control the bike traffic. It was stated by McGee that the bikers are required to follow the rules of the road, and cars have the right-of-way, but most everyone agreed that most bikers do not stop at stop signs and tend to take over the entire roadway.

One area still posing a challenge to develop is the area near Deer Park where cars don’t stop and the decision of where to cross that area is still under consideration. Once the trail goes to the south in that area, the road rightof-way narrows significantly and may require the installation of a guardrail rather than a 5-foot natural buffer area.

The area around Deer Path was a big concern for many in attendance, as many of the trees forming a canopy over the road and many old growth trees would have to be removed. There was much discussion about the trail going around some of the big trees, but many of the other trees would still have to be removed. Those in support of the project were also concerned about the trees and asked that there be a minimal number of trees removed, as possible.

Leonard agreed with the residents, stating, “We’ll keep as much as we can.”

The number of trees that would be removed or threatened was not given by Hamilton or the council, as they stated the “route is not final.”

The cross-over trail has been proposed because of the dangers at the stop sign intersection coming off US 12 over the railroad tracks and down a very steep incline onto Grand Beach Road. It was noted that drivers cannot see bikers clearly. Leonard stated that last year he was run off the road at that intersection on two occasions.

Avoiding an accident was of paramount concern for all involved with the planning. Leonard said they are going with the adage, “See and avoid each other.”

Another concern voiced was the drainage issues and utility placement around the area of Anna Livia Way and 15 acres of Grand Beach.

Hamilton shared with the group the many benefits of a non-motorized community trail, including creating safe places for people to walk and bicycle, which she said is critical in developing a successful community and for providing an opportunity for people to become more active. She said when individuals and families make decisions about where they want to live and recreate, the availability of trails and other recreational facilities becomes important in their decision -making process. Over the past 10 years, Harbor Country has seen high growth rates along the Lake Michigan shoreline.

Two speakers, Steve Slater and Don Stoneburner, each shared the positive experiences that they have had when 2previously living in communities with

THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2018 bike and hike trails. Slatter stated counties in Southwest Michigan that that he felt trails were a safe route that currently have non-motorized trials and provided economic and recreational the Marquette Greenway is a priority opportunities to the community and project because it is the “Gateway to were an amenity to the community, Michigan.” In Harbor Country, there often increasing home values. are currently many marked trail routes Stoneburner stated that the trails and many miles of bike lanes have provided many opportunities to the continually been installed whenever local members of the community and road projects are undertaken, with a that they enhance their recreational goal to eventually connect all of the availability, which improved health local communities via a bike path. She and socialization. He said that in his said trail users are hikers, bicyclists, experience, living adjacent to a trail families, dog walkers, Agra-Tourists, was very positive. Both recommended joggers, senior citizens, commuters, approving the right-of-way easement vacationers and students. for the trail.

Hamilton stated that the group Jaime Frankle addressed the group had looked at a route along US 12, and said she felt “everyone is afraid of but that was not considered a safe or change,” She asked that “everyone do enjoyable riding or hiking experience. what is best for the community and best The fast-moving vehicles and semifor everyone in truck traffic was The proposed route would the long run.” a major deterrent come into Michigan along Most everyone to a US 12 route.

Grand Beach Road traveling who spoke Also considered through the Village of Grand agreed that the was seeking an Beach, into Forest Beach, US 12 route was easement from Warwick Shores and Sunset not a favorable Amtrak Railroad, Shores and then into the experience and which is a very City of New Buffalo, with some stated that challenging task. hopes to eventually continue it would not The railroad into St. Joseph, Michigan, be money well owns 50 feet of and beyond. The proposed spent (to further easement on Michigan portion of the develop that both sides of the route requires easements route). Others tracks through from the Village of Grand stated that the Grand Beach and Beach and New Buffalo City cyclists were continuing north, and Township, four private already on Grand but they are very Home Owners Associations Beach Road, and protective of (HOAs), Chikaming Open a designated trail their property.

Lands, (COL) and from private would improve A railroad property owners. Berrien the current traffic easement requires County has jurisdiction of control issues. multiple lawyers the road at the Indiana state According to of approval from line and Marci Hamilton the Friends of nine federal of the Southwest Michigan Harbor Country agencies, which Planning Association said Trails websites, can take years to they are in favor of the trail, part of their complete. The as is the Grand Beach Land trail mission is railroad easement Development Company, owner to “encourage a was the first of the 42 acres in the village. variety of users choice of many Hamilton said COL must seek by providing who have been approval from their board destination involved in the and from the State Nature and travel planning process Conservancy, but initial opportunities for many years, reaction was favorable. She regardless of but that easement said that Forest Beach Estates socioeconomic, has proven HOAs are opposed to the physical abilities very difficult to easement, but she said that and personal obtain. Hamilton interests. Provide talks are continuing to be held also stated that with them. access for planners from walkers, runners, Indiana and bicycles, rollerblading, skateboarding Michigan had determined that most and potentially cross-country skiing. residents who may use the trail lived Provide routes to destinations including north of US 12 and placing it along the businesses, schools, parks, beaches Grand Beach Road route would benefit and residential communities. Provide more local community users. connections to tourist destinations einberg addressed the option including farms, orchards, wineries and of going down Wilson Road cultural centers. Provide routes which from US 12 and into New enhance the travel experience through Buffalo from the south. aesthetic and scenic appeal. Provide He said the planners had recreational tourist destinations with a considered that route but traveling on safe, high quality trail system. “ the south side of US 12 posed problems McGee said that the largest industry with the many driveways cuts. On in Southwest Michigan is recreation the north side of US 12 they needed a and entertainment and non-motorized three-foot easement from Amtrak to trails support and further this growth.

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right-of-way easement. He also stated the concern for safety along the heavily traveled road, and that he felt no one would want to bring their children or grandchildren on a scenic bike ride along the highway.

The ongoing maintenance of the trails would be the responsibility of New Buffalo Township and the city. A trail head would be placated in New Buffalo for parking and loading and unloading, Hamilton said. She added that these items have been addressed and committed to in grant applications, which have been submitted by the municipalities.

Hamilton said the estimated cost of the Michigan trail is $3.8 to $4 million, which she stated “is very expensive.” She said that grant funding is available and some grants have already been applied for and some funds are committed, but additional funds will be needed to complete the trial. Grants have been submitted, but no decisions have been received.

New Buffalo Township submitted a State of Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund Grant (MNRTF) in the amount of $300,000, the maximum available level. This grant also requires matching funds from the township or other sources. The Township Board pledged to fund $150,000 toward the project. The Pokagon Fund has pledged $300,000 and the City of New Buffalo will seek grant funding from the MDOT-TAP Passport Grant in the amount of $150,000, which will fund trail heads and way finding signage.

The city also applied for a matching grant from the Fund in the amount of $37,500, which has been approved.

The Friends of Harbor Country Trails have also applied for a $400,000 grant from the Frederick S. Upton Foundation. Hamilton stated that she is also looking into MDOT Alternative Programs grants.

An additional private fundraising campaign is being spearheaded by the Friends of the Marquette Greenway Trails project, with the goal of raising an additional $270,000 for matching funds to leverage state and federal grants, if they are successfully obtained.

Hamilton expected the Michiana segment of the Indiana route to be completed in 2020.

At the conclusion, resident Frank Donner asked that the council put the matter to a referendum vote.

No decision regarding granting the right-of-way easement for the trail project was rendered by the council on Saturday; however, Leonard stated that it was “an obvious divisive issue” among the residents.

Leonard stated that the goal of the project was to mitigate the impact of the trail to residents and to the environment. Discussion will continue in the future.

To follow the Marquette Greenway project or other trail information, visit Facebook@MarquetteGreenwaySWMI or www.http://harborcountrytrails.org.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2018

Hesston Steam Museum hosts annual Civil War Train Raid

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BY HOLLY SHULMAN IN HESSTON, INDIANA

ike every visit to the Hesston Steam museum, the annual Civil War Train Raid weekend is filled with fascinating history and interactive fun.

The event took place last Saturday and Sunday, June 23 and 24. Guests became part of an authentic battle reenactment between Confederate armies from the south and Yankee Union soldiers of the north.

Tents of army encampments were scattered throughout the grounds. Visitors got to ask questions, touch and see equipment and supplies, and learn how soldiers from both sides lived and died in the deadliest war in American history.

Dedicated reenactment participants were both passionate and knowledgeable about Civil War history. Most have been doing this for many years, such as Sargent Jeremy Case of the 1st Mississippi Light Artillery Calvary unit.

“We do this for fun, but we also love the history. We camp out, we learn a lot, meet people and make friends for life,” he said.

At noon, the trains started to roll. Civilian passengers got on board and stepped into the past. The two-mile ride through scenic woods had surprises in store for rebel and Yankee sympathizers alike. Suddenly, passengers were caught in the action as enemy soldiers stepped out from the trees with rifles in hand. Their mission was to ambush the train and seize its cargo of gold and military supplies. The battle between gray and the blue quickly erupted into shouting, fighting, mock gunfire, and even dramatic death scenes. While all in good fun, the players with authentic costumes, props, horses and smoking guns made it feel exciting and real.

Reenactment participants enjoyed staying in character and interacting Ted Rita greets Jeremy Case of with the crowds. As Kevin Wright 1st Mississippi Cavalry Unit of the Third Tennessee Calvary Company B, proudly proclaims, “We’re working under the guise of President Jefferson Davis and ending their war of northern aggression against us. We’re going take this station and were going win the Battle of Hesston Junction.”

Up the road at the Union camp, a soldier in the 49th Indiana Unit demonstrated how rifles were loaded with gunpowder.

Confederate militia man Mike Davis of the Missouri Guerrillas talked about the meaning of the designs on the confederate flag.

With a mission to intersect entertainment and education, Ted Rita, museum general manager, said that the goal of the museum is to always “provide quality family entertainment and have visitors return to their car talking about how much fun they had, and also to discuss what they learned.”

The Hesston Steam Museum is a nonprofit that’s run mostly by volunteers. Train conductor Arpad Hayes has been volunteering for 31 years. He explains that this is the 63rd year of operation for the museum, where visitors come to ride on three different railroads and tour the grounds featuring machines of the industrial age.

The Hesston Steam Museum is located at 2101 East 1000 N. in Hesston, Indiana. The museum is open on weekends yearround, with a regular schedule of special events. The next big event will be an Independence Day celebration that will take place July 4, 6, 7 and 8. For hours and information, visit www. hesston.org.

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Valparaso family wearing period costumes

Preparing the rifles and guns

Justin S. 1st Carolina Company B

Rebels tend to their wounded

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New Buffalo School Board discusses district SRO, approves 2018-2019 budget

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA

he discussion over hiring a district school resource officer (SRO) once again took center stage at the New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education meeting Monday, June 25.

At a previous meeting, board members had discussed the possibility of funding being available at the state level to aid districts in hiring an SRO; however, Superintendent Dr. Jeffrey Leslie revealed that, after talking with state Rep. Dave Pagel (R-Berrien Springs), he had learned no such funding was yet available. Therefore, he said that money to hire an SRO would have to come out of the district’s own budget.

Leslie added that he had learned that using a police officer from the city would cost the district approximately $70,000.

Board members debated if there should be one SRO for both New Buffalo Elementary School and New Buffalo Middle/High School or a separate one for each building.

Toward the end of last school year, the city had allowed officer Mike Cluster to divide his time between the two buildings.

Board President Chuck Heit pointed out that, if they were to have one SRO for each building, then they’d be working with two different jurisdictions, as the elementary school lies within New Buffalo Township and the middle/

high school lies within the city. As a result, an SRO for the elementary school would come from either the township or the county, while the middle/high school one would come from the city.

Board members spoke in favor of having an SRO for each building.

They also expressed concerns over ensuring that a proper job description was written for the SRO. Board Treasurer Pano Arvanitis said he felt that he couldn’t pick which building was most deserving of an SRO. He added that he was concerned over the back entrance to the elementary school, which faced a large expanse of forest. Having an SRO was a more feasible option than to build a large fence around the school, he said.

“It pains me to say this, but, in this day and age, it’s necessary,” Arvanitis said of hiring an SRO. Board members agreed to work on two contracts for the SROs and to arrive at a final decision at their Aug. 13 meeting. Board members agreed that a safety survey, which Leslie said he’d like to send to parents and community members, would help them decide on a job description.

Also at the meeting, board members heard a presentation by Business Manager Dan Coffman with regards to 2017-2018 budget amendments and the 2018-2019 fiscal budget.

Budget projections for the 2018-

2019 fiscal year call for $15,525,166 in revenues and $15,602,175 in expenditures. Coffman said that local taxes make up the majority of revenues at $12,340,000.

Figures presented at the meeting for the 2017-2018 budget were $15,598,719 in revenues and $16,230,874 in expenditures.

Coffman said local taxes made up the most in revenues at $12,111,000.

Coffman said that, as of June 30, 2018, the district fund balance should be expected to stay at $3,011,160.

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t the end of the presentation, board members amended the 2017-2018 budget and adopted the 2018-2019 fiscal budget.

The employment of Holli Sommerfeld as the new high school English teacher, pending background clearance, was approved. Leslie said they’d received 22 applications for the position. He added that Sommerfeld was a graduate of Western Michigan University and had “glowing” recommendations.

“She’s going to be an outstanding educator for us,” he said.

Board members approved the $83,218 bid from Daktronics to replace the marquees outside of the elementary and middle/high school.

The marquees will have cloud-based technology and will be weather proof.

Board members approved of the following coaches for the 2018-2019 school year: cross country, Vance Price; cross country, Erica Johnson; middle school cross country, Ed Fidler; high school football head coach, Matthew Johnson; high school football assistant coach, Paul Keller; high school football assistant coach, John Visel; middle school football head coach, Jeff Olson; high school soccer head coach, Erik Beers; high school soccer assistant coach, Nicolas Talbott; middle school soccer, Natalie Walter; boys tennis, Amy Ingle; volleyball head coach, Kevin Labaj; middle school volleyball, Karla Kissman; middle school volleyball, Jessica Conrad; junior varsity girls basketball, Sara Mead Board members approved the resolution complying with the Publicly Funded Health Insurance Contribution Act (152) for the medical benefit plan coverage beginning July 1, which includes district employees paying 20 percent and New Buffalo Area Schools paying 80 percent of the premium, in lieu of capping the premium.

Board members authorized Leslie to be the official signee of all documents pertaining to elections and sale/rental closings of district properties.

Board members approved the 2018-2019 Administrative Work Agreements.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2018

HEROES NEEDED FOR SUPERHERO RUN

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uperheroes of all ages are invited to “Save the Day for Congenital Heart Defects” at the first Superhero Heart Run Saturday, July 28.

Heart Heroes, Inc. is proud to bring this event to Bayfront Park, 101 E. Lake St., Petoskey, Michigan, for the first event. The Petoskey Superhero Heart Run is a 5K/2k fun run/walk raising awareness for Congenital Heart Defects (CHD).

“Congenital Heart Defects are the most common of all birth defects worldwide, affecting about 1 out of every 100 babies born. Still, very few people know it even exists,” said Margaret Keller, Superhero Heart Run national program director. “The Superhero Heart Run is a nationwide movement to create awareness for CHD. More importantly, it is an opportunity to unite the CHD community so the children and families affected by CHD can celebrate their incredible journeys of life.”

This year’s event begins at 8:30 a.m. with registration and family fun activities. The 5k and 2k begin at 10:30 a.m. Each registrant receives an official Superhero Heart Run cape with their online registration. Teams are also encouraged to fundraise for CHD awareness and support by creating a team. Superhero costumes of all varieties are encouraged.

Participants can sign-up for the event at www.SuperheroHeartRun. com through July 26. Walkup registration is available at the event (capes provided as available) starting at 8:30 a.m.

Heart Heroes, Inc is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization created in 2009 by moms wanting to empower children who battle with the challenges of CHD. Heart Heroes’ mission is to provide support to children and families affected by CHD through the distribution of Heart Hero capes, programs to offer support and funding for CHD research. Heart Heroes has been featured on NBC Nightly News with Brian Williams as well as the Huffington Post. — STAFF REPORTS

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COL and Rotary Club announce hiking challenge

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hroughout the month of July, Chikaming Open Lands (COL) and Rotary Club of Harbor Country is organizing the #10Trail Challenge, a program designed to highlight local hiking trails in Michiana.

At any time during July, participants in the #10Trail Challenge will hike any or all of the following 10 trails in the area: COL’s Robinson Woods Preserve, Jens Jensen Preserve, and Turtle Creek Preserve; Berrien County’s Galien River County Park and Love Creek Nature Center; Chikaming Township’s Chikaming Township Park and Preserve and Harbert Road Preserve; Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy’s Kesling Nature Preserve; the Village of Three Oaks’ Hoadley Nature Trail; and Shirley Heinze Land Trust’s Ambler Flatwoods Nature Preserve.

Along the trail in each of these natural areas, COL and Rotary will install picture frame “selfie stations.” Participants are asked to take a photo of themselves at these stations, and tag COL on Instagram using #10trail and #chikamingopenlands, and/or post the photo on Facebook tagging @ chikamingopenlands. Those not using social media may email COL their photos at col@chikamingopenlands.org. COL will track the photo submissions throughout the month.

Participants who hike any three or four trails will win a free cup of coffee (or other beverage of their choice) at Infusco Coffee Roasters in Sawyer. Those who hike any five to nine of the trails will receive a sandwich of their choice at David’s Delicatessen in New Buffalo. Participants who hike all 10 trails will win a pizza from Patellie’s in Three Oaks. Photo submissions will be tallied and prizes awarded Aug. 1.

Participants must register before beginning the #10Trail Challenge by filling out an online registration form, found on the COL website at www. chikamingopenlands.org/10trailchallenge. Registration is available now through the end of July.

The #10Trail Challenge is the latest program in an ongoing partnership between COL and the Rotary Club of Harbor Country. Along with providing funding to support the program, Rotary volunteers have assisted in the planning process and in building and installing the selfie stations.

“The Rotary Club of Harbor Country is pleased to co-sponsor the #10Trail Challenge,” said David Stevenson, club president. “We want to encourage everyone in the community to discover the wonderful hiking trails offered in this area—there is so much natural beauty around us to be enjoyed.”

For the past two years, Rotary has also supported COL’s environmental education program for local elementary school children, the Mighty Acorns.

Chikaming Open Lands is the local land conservancy dedicated to preserving the open spaces and natural rural character of southwest Berrien County. COL works to protect and restore native plant and animal habitat, improve water quality, and permanently preserve ecologically significant forests, prairies and wetlands, as well as prime farmland and other open spaces in this area. COL serves nine townships in southwest Berrien County, and has been instrumental in preserving 1,755 acres of open space since its founding in 1999. — STAFF REPORTS

COL to present lunch, learn series

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Every day will be ‘Rides Wristband Day’ at BCYF

oin Chikaming Open Lands (COL) for a summer lunch and learn series, Munchin’ on the Preserve, at Chikaming Township Park and Preserve.

One Wednesday in June, July and August join COL outside at the covered picnic area to learn about different and important conservation topics. The first lunch of the series will begin at 11 a.m. Wednesday, July 27.

The first Munchin’ on the Preserve topic will be “Benefits of Composting.”

Nancy Carpenter from the Berrien County Conservation District will share her expertise on why composting is important, how to properly compost food scrapes and yard waste at home and what to do with the finished product.

Casey Struecker from COL will lead the second part and help you explore the world of vermiculture: worm composting. Struecker has a successful worm compost bin and she will share with you the best and easiest way to keep your composting worms happy and healthy.

Erik Elgin, the water resource educator from Michigan State Extension, when as he talks about water quality in our wetlands, lakes and rivers, how to monitor and protect our local waterways and what type of wildlife calls our aquatic habitats home, Wednesday, July 18.

Participants should bring their own lunches or contact the COL office and ask about box lunch options from David’s Delicatessen in New Buffalo. Contact COL at cstruecker@chikamingopenlands.org or call (269) 405-1006 for any questions about the program or to place an order for a box lunch from David’s Deli.

The Chikaming Township Park and Preserve is located on Warren Woods Rd, south of the I-94 overpass in Three Oaks. — STAFF REPORTS

Once again, Berrien County Youth Fair Executive Director Karen Klug said that “every day will be ‘Rides Wristband Day’” at this year’s fair, A staple at the fair has always been “Rides Wristband Days” during fair week, where on certain days and times, fairgoers can ride the rides unlimited for one price.

Wade Shows rides personnel oversee the rides at the fair each summer and partnered with the fair last year to make each day a wristband day.

“The response continues to be overwhelming; it is such a good deal,” Klug said.

Klug commented that fairgoers enjoyed the rides wristbands because they can be used throughout the day instead of a restricted time period, “which makes everybody happy because the prices are affordable and the times are flexible.” She also said the lines are not as long because everyone is not trying to get on the rides at the same time.

During the fair, wristbands will have two price levels: Monday through Thursday, prices will be $22 each, while Friday and Saturday, prices will be $25 each. A special sale promotion on rides wristbands will take place from July 2 through Aug. 10, where the price will be $18 per wristband at various Honor Credit Union locations and the BCYF office. This saves riders $4 per wristband if they use it Monday through Thursday, or it will save them $7 per wristband if they use it on Friday or Saturday.

“We are excited to partner with Honor Credit Union on this promotion to offer the discounted wristbands to people all over the county. That saves fairgoers money and makes it affordable for families.

Buy as many as you want to use throughout the week,” Klug said. — STAFF REPORTS

Harbor Country book Club selection

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he Thursday, June 28 book selection for the Harbor Country Book Club is Gentlemen from Moscow by Amor Towles. Meetings are held at the New Buffalo Township Library at 6:30 pm on the last Thursday of the month and are open to the public.

— STAFF REPORTS

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New Buffalo welcomes Elle Salon

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lle Salon celebrated the opening of its New Buffalo location with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house Thursday, June 21.

Family, friends, clients, staff members and stylists, along with members of the local business community, mingled in the beautiful new space while toasting Elle’s success and enjoying a delicious Mediterranean buffet.

Warm speeches accompanied the ribbon-cutting event, which was kicked off by Adam Mensinger, district representative for state Sen. John Proos (R-St. Joseph), who presented a special tribute certificate. In his remarks, he congratulated owner Elle Hook and her team and also commented that the beautifully designed shop had “brought new life to the building” on South Whittaker Street.

Representatives from the New Buffalo Business Association and the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce were also in attendance to extend their welcome and wishes for success. Kimberlee Wendt, Chamber membership and marketing coordinator, officiated the ceremony while Hook cut the ribbon surrounded by her salon team, her husband Sam and their two daughters, Fin and Ruby.

Hook commented that she’s been bowled over by the welcoming support she has received since joining the New Buffalo business community. Their flagship salon in Michigan City has been open for 12 years, and they are thrilled to now be a part of the beach town in which the Hook family has always loved spending time.

Elle Salon is an Aveda concept salon dedicated to the power of natural beauty. Services offered include hair, color, facial waxing and makeup. They are located at 425 S. Whittaker St. For more information and appointments, call 269-231-6094 or visit purelyellesalon.com

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THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2018 Jeff Weir drives

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Swinging for Vision: Lions Club golf outing a big success LINDA HENDERSON IN NEW BUFFALO

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oggy skies and threatening rain didn’t deter any of the supporters of the New Buffalo Lions Club from teeing off for the New Buffalo Lions Club’s golf outing Wednesday, June 20, at Whittaker Woods Golf Course.

The annual event is held to raise money for the Lions’ vision care program throughout the community.

This year, more than 100 enthusiastic golfers enjoyed the camaraderie of the fourman scramble and a glorious day playing hooky.

Following golf, there was a luncheon in the pavilion, with door prizes and awards.

Lion Paul Ciccarelli made a unique golf club hat rack, which was a coveted prize. He also created wooden Lions Club medallions as a memento for everyone.

Chair Pete Rahm said that, with proceeds from the Golf outing, in addition to many other vision assistant events, New Buffalo Lions Club members were able to provide the comprehensive eye exams and care needed by members of the community.

“Thanks golfers and business supporters,” he said.

Money raised by the New Buffalo club assists residents of the Harbor Country community who do not qualify for the Pokagon Fund Vision Grant.

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For The Love Of Little League NEW BUFFALO’S NARROW WIN IN FLAG DAY TOURNEY

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BY LEANNE R PENNY

othing brings a community to tears as quickly as a little league baseball team winning against all odds.

The New Buffalo Warriors little league team, sponsored by Villa Nova and The Pokagon Fund, consists of 12 boys ages 7-9, coached by Kel Penny, Pastor of Water’s Edge Church. “I was nervous about coaching little league, I’ve never done this before and my son had never played” says Penny. As the season started, stronger players honed their skills and newer players developed quickly through the encouragement and coaching of Penny and talented assistant coaches Connor Lijewski, Ed Lijewski and Talia Edwards.

Fast forward to the tearjerker part of the story; the stuff that makes for heartwarming sports movies and life lessons that encourage and inspire. From June 14 to June 19 the New Buffalo Warriors, clad in royal blue, headed over to Three Oaks to play in the annual Flag Day Tournament. By this point, first time players were starting to get hits, run the bases and develop confidence in themselves and stronger players were carrying the team along.

As was the case in every game, the stands were full of attentive parents, who at this point had become emotionally invested in each other’s boys, cheering at every success and wincing together at the inevitable strike out.

The team lost their first game against the other 8U New Buffalo Team in a soul-crushing 17-5 defeat and were seeded 7th in the tournament for bracket play. However, the Warriors won their next two games beating Three Oaks 14-8 and grabbing a narrow win against Benton Harbor beating them 7-6 in extra innings. Game 4 saw the Warriors beating Buchanan 12-8.

The day of the championship dawned hot and sticky, the field still soggy from a hard overnight rain. Parents and players pulled in at 11:30, dodging puddles as they settled in to watch their sons play. The opposing Bridgman team was a blend of several little league teams and the Warriors had their work cut out for them.

The team quickly fell behind as the parents cheered, muttering things like “well at least we made it this far.” New Buffalo stepped to the plate at the bottom of the 6th (8U plays 6 inning games) down by 8 runs, the scoreboard reading 14-6.

Hit after hit, interspersed with two strikeouts, the Warriors rounded the bases as parents and fans cheered, clutching their seats with every at-bat. The team continued playing their best, coming together in order to score a phenomenal 8 runs and win the game soundtracked by the deafening cheers of their biggest fans, those sitting in the stands.

This is why we play little league baseball, why we drive our kids to practice after practice, it reminds us all that there is still wonder in the world, still beautiful surprises in everyday life, just waiting to be written into our stories.

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NEW BUFFALO AREA SCHOOLS TO OFFER SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM

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his summer, the New Buffalo Area Schools Food Service Department will be offering lunch at no charge to all children ages 18 years and younger.

Lunch will be offered from 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. from Monday, July 2, to Friday, Aug. 3. (There will be no lunch offered Wednesday, July 4).

Lunch will be offered at the New Buffalo Middle / High School cafeteria, 1112 E. Clay St., New Buffalo.

The Summer Food Service Program is sponsored by the U. S. Department of Agriculture For more information on the program, please call the food service office 269-469-6048 or the superintendent’s office at 269-469-6010. — STAFF REPORTS

HARBOR COUNTRY HIKERS TO HIT THE TRAIL FOR KETTLEHOLE LAKES AND BIRDING

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arbor Country Hikers members will learn the answer to “What is Spicer Lake” when they join hike leader Michaele Klingerman through the 300 acres of pristine wetlands and woodlands found at Spicer Lake Preserve near New Carlisle, Indiana, at 9 a.m. Saturday, July 7.

Starting on the boardwalk to the observation platform, Klingerman will give a history of the area known for its kingfishers, sandhill cranes, hawks, pileated woodpeckers and blue herons. Beavers, otters, snapping turtles, three species of salamanders, garter snakes and perhaps a bobcat may be seen along the Lancaster Trail Loop and Glacial Flats Trail going to the Buttonbush Wetland overlook.

The preserve that is home to two kettle-hole lakes is on the corner of 1000 N. and Country Line Road, just south of the Indiana/Michigan border. The two-hour hike will be about 2.5 miles long and is of moderate difficulty. Boots and bug spray are advised.

For further information about HCH or to request a membership form, visit harborcountryhikers.com.

— STAFF REPORTS

THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2018

First West Nile virus activity of 2018 detected in Michigan RESIDENTS URGED TO USE INSECT REPELLENT, TAKE OTHER PRECAUTIONS OUTDOORS

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ow that warmer weather is here, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is reminding residents that the best way to protect against West Nile virus and other mosquito-borne illnesses is to prevent mosquito bites.

The first West Nile virus activity for the state was recently confirmed in mosquitos collected in late May in Saginaw County.

People who work in outdoor occupations or like to spend time outdoors are at increased risk for West Nile virus infection from mosquito bites.

Adults 60 years old and older have the highest risk of severe illness caused

by West Nile virus.

“Use insect repellent to prevent mosquito bites when outdoors,” said Dr. Eden Wells, MDHHS chief medical executive. “It only takes one bite from an infected mosquito to cause a severe illness, so take extra care during peak mosquito-biting hours, which are dusk and dawn.”

West Nile virus is transmitted through the bite of a mosquito that has picked up the virus by feeding on an infected bird. Most people who contract the virus have no clinical symptoms of illness, but some may become ill three to 15 days after the bite of an infected mosquito. As summer temperatures rise, mosquitoes and the virus develop more quickly so it is important to protect yourself from mosquito bites as the weather warms.

Symptoms of West Nile virus include a high fever, confusion, muscle weakness and a severe headache. More serious complications include neurological illnesses, such as meningitis and encephalitis.

Last year, 40 residents were diagnosed with West Nile virus in Michigan with one death reported. Nationally, there were 2,002 human cases of the virus and 121 deaths reported to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

The best way to prevent West Nile disease or any other mosquito-borne illness is to reduce the number of mosquitoes around your home and to take personal precautions to avoid mosquito bites. Precautions include: • Use EPA-registered insect repellents with one of the following ingredients: DEET, picaridin, IR3535, oil of lemon eucalyptus or paramenthane-diol and 20undecanone. Follow the label instructions and apply as directed. Consult a physician before using repellents on infants.

• Avoid being outdoors when mosquitoes are most active, especially between dusk and dawn.

• When outdoors, wear shoes and socks, light colored long pants and a long-sleeved shirt. Dress young children in clothing that covers their arms and legs and cover cribs, strollers and baby carriers with mosquito netting.

• Make sure doors and windows have tight-fitting screens. Repair or replace screens that have tears or other openings. Use bed nets when sleeping outdoors or in conditions with no window screens.

• Once a week, eliminate all sources of standing water that can support mosquito breeding around your home, including water in bird baths, abandoned swimming pools, wading pools, old tires and any other object holding water.

For information about West Nile virus activity in Michigan and to report sick or dead birds, visit Michigan.gov/westnile. Additional information can be found at Cdc.gov/westnile. — STAFF REPORTS

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THURSDAY, JUNE 28, 2018

LIGHTNING BUG MUSIC FESTIVAL

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ightning Bug Music Festival is a family friendly event held at beautiful Sunset Hill Farm County Park in Valparaiso, Indiana on Sunday, July 1.

A celebration for music lovers, Lightning Bug also features regional craft beer and cider, kids’ program area and a food truck village serving up fresh, local fare.

Headliner Sam Bush, three-time Grammy winner and American Music Association lifetime achievement recipient, along with Billy Strings, Sarah Shook & The Disarmers, Special Consensus and Chester Brown are on the main stage. Eve Senderhauf, The Code Names and Blues Project are on the Second stage.

Last year’s fest drew more than 1,000 people and received rave reviews from attendees.

Gates open at 11:30 a.m.

Music begins at noon until 8 p.m.

(CDT). Kids 12 and under free with purchase. Sunset Hill Farm County Park is located at 775 Meridian Rd, Valparaiso, Indiana.

Proceeds benefit kids in need to attend camp at Dunes Learning Center and Duneland Family Y. Rain or shine event. No refunds are given. Tickets are $36 each.

Please remember that no coolers are allowed, no pets, and smoking only in designated areas. Chairs, umbrellas and respectfully placed canopies are allowed. — STAFF REPORTS

PROOS RELEASES LIST OF SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN FIREWORKS SHOWS

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tate Sen. John Proos is once again offering a list of Southwest Michigan fireworks shows for area families and tourists interested in watching a local firework display over the Fourth of July holiday.

“Each Independence Day, we gather with friends and family to celebrate our freedom, our country and a declaration that changed the world more than two centuries ago,” said Proos, R-St. Joseph. “Seeing the fireworks during the holiday is about as American as apple pie, and I am proud to once again offer residents a list of local fireworks shows.”

Visitors to Proos’ website can see a list of fireworks shows in more than a dozen communities in Berrien, Cass and St. Joseph counties. — STAFF REPORTS

— COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON

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THURSDAY, JUNE 28THURSDAY, JULY 5

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by Third Coast Surf THURSDAYS, JUNE 28 & JULY 5. 4-8PM Downtown Farmers Market. New Buffalo.

TUESDAY, JULY 3. 7-12PM LaPorte Symphony, Food by Classic Catering and Fireworks at Lions Park (free for public)

SATURDAY, JUNE 30

CORSETS, WHIPS & WHISKEY 11:30AM-Midnight. Journeyman Distillery.

109 Generations Dr. Three Oaks. 269-8202050. www.journeymandistillery.com.

Live music, craft cocktails, and themed food. Families are welcome to enjoy the outdoor space and join the celebration.

Admission is free.

SATURDAY-SUNDAY, JUNE 30JULY 1

REDS, WHITES AND BREWS PARTY 11AM. Round Barn Winery. Distillery & Brewery. 10983 Hills Rd. Baroda. 269-716WINE www.roundbarnwinery.com.

Round Barn Brewery's fresh craft beers wines and a high-energy lineup of four dance bands will be on tap. Saturday Live Music: 1-3:30PM: The Remedy, 4-6:30PM: Top Secret Band. Sunday Live Music: 1-3:30PM: Rebecca Anne Band, 3:30-5:30: Run Forrest Run.

SATURDAY, JUNE 30

HEARTACHE TONIGHT: A TRIBUTE TO THE EAGLES 8PM. Acorn Theater. 107 Generation Dr. Three Oaks.

Tickets: $30.

SUNDAY, JULY 1

ANTIQUES ON THE BLUFF 10AM-5 PM Lake Bluff Park. Downtown St. Joseph.

The premier place to find antiques and collectibles in Southwest Michigan. Features vendors selling their treasures along the tree-lined overlooking Lake Michigan.

MONDAY, JULY 2

AN EVENING WITH BYRNE & KELLY 6:30-7PM. Acorn Theater.

General Admission $38 JAMMIN’ IN THE VINEYARD 11AM. Round Barn Winery, Distillery & Brewery.

Come hang with us and enjoy spirited, live music in the vineyard, while sipping on our large array of wines, craft beers, cocktails and, of course, sangria (both red and white!)! Live Music Lineup: 1-3PM:

Keith Scott. 3:30-5:30PM: Dale Wick. $5 admission per person.

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Independence Week Celebrations

FOURTH OF JULY PARADE NOON-1PM. Pier St & Lakeshore Dr. Lakeside.

Uncle Sam encourages you to bring your pet on a leash, decorate a bike, and wave a flag! Most definitely a family extravaganza!

INDEPENDENCE DAY CONCERT & FIREWORKS Van Dyke Revue/SMSO Concert/ Fireworks 6PM. Van Dyke Revue. 9PM SMSO Concert. Shadowland Pavilion.

Silver Beach. St. Joseph. 269-982-4030. www.smso.org.

Gates open at 5:30pm. No alcohol - carryins will be checked. Fireworks at dusk.

Rain Location: St. Joseph High School Auditorium, 2521 Stadium Dr, St. Joseph, MI. Tickets: Reserved $25, Lawn $15.

Children under 12 (lawn only) $5.

FIREWORKS Dusk Washington Park. 6 On the Lake Michigan City.

WEDNESDAY, SATURDAY & SUNDAY, JULY 4, 7 & 8 INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION Hesston Steam Museum. 1201 E 1000 N. Hesston. Ind. www.hesston.org.

9-11AM CST. Breakfast at Doc’s, meet the train crews. NOON. Trains Roll. Spend the holiday viewing the equipment that made America Great. Admission to the grounds is free. Ride costs on the 3 trains vary. $27-$32

FRIDAY, JULY 6 FIRST FRIDAY’S ART WALK 5-8PM CST. Uptown Arts District.

N Franklin St. Michigan City. www. uptownartsdistrict.org. www. lubeznikcenter.org.

Warhol: Icon & Influence Opening Reception Free Admission, Cash Bar, Lite Bites.

Original works by Andy Warhol will be on display. Art galleries, shops and boutiques along North Franklin Street are open until 9PM. The Lubeznik Center, 101 W Second Street, 5-8PM. Cash bar. Admission is free.

KATIE TODD BAND 8PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets: $20, under 21 $15

SATURDAY, JULY 7 THE NEWPORTS: BLUES, ROCK & SOUL 8PM Acorn Theater.

Tickets: $15.

Before the party begins and the law is broken, know what the fireworks ordinance is in the State of Michigan and your local municipality. Also be mindful of dry conditions and dune grass or brush that may ignite from sparks. State law allows municipalities to regulate discharge of fireworks between 8 a.m. and midnight.

According to Michigan law, people are only allowed to shoot off fireworks on the day before, day of, and day after a national holiday.

In 2012, Governor Snyder enacted the Michigan Fireworks Safety Act. which allows for the sale and use of consumer fireworks on specific days.

The act prohibits the sale of fireworks to a minors, those under the age of 18. The act also prohibits the use of fireworks by anyone under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

Large display fireworks are not legal to be detonated by the general public, only by professional, licensed operators. Legal fireworks include: aerials, Roman candles, bottle rockets/sky rockets, reloadable shell device, firecrackers, missile type rockets, Helicopter aerial spinners, and single tube devises with report.

Fireworks are not allowed to be shot off on public property, public beaches, school or church property, or other people’s private property, without their permission.

Before one shoots off fireworks they should consider their neighbors and how it might effect them negatively, not just irritate them.

Think how the loud dynamite noise may effect children, Veterans suffering from PSTD, pets or older people. Fireworks are meant to be part of the holiday celebration, are not legal to be set off any day of the week, all summer long.

Remember, your vacation time may be a full-time residents work day or work night, please be considerate. — COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON

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’ve never been more sickened by anything in my life than by what our government is doing to migrant families at our southern border. Screaming toddlers put in cages like animals. A nursing baby taken right from her mother’s breast. Siblings forbidden to hug each other for comfort. Our government is terrorizing children in concentration camps.

Are these migrants “illegal”? Have they broken the law?

No, and no. You apply for asylum by turning yourself in at the border. Those are the rules we made, and they’re following them.

As a Catholic Christian, I’m pleased that my church’s leaders have unequivocally condemned what our government is doing to families at the border. The U.S. Catholic Bishops Conference declared it “immoral.” One bishop has recommended denying Communion to anyone who participates in enforcing this government policy. New York’s Cardinal Dolan publicly told U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions that there’s “no Bible passage” to justify family separation—in stern repudiation of Sessions’ claim that there was. Prominent Jesuit Father James Martin has called this psychological torture of children “evil.”

(Sessions’ own church, United Methodist Church, has formally charged him with “child abuse.”)

Father Martin said this past Father’s Day, “please remember all the fathers in Central America who are fleeing poverty and persecution in search of a safe life for their families. This is why parents come to the border with their children. … Because they love them.” Like Joseph loved his son, Jesus, and fled with him and Mary to a foreign land for their safety. To all my fellow Christians: remember that your Savior was a brownskinned child refugee running for his life. Jesus said: “I was a stranger and you did not welcome me. … Whatever you do to the least of these, you do to me.” (Matthew 25: 35-46) Before you trot out any justifications for what the government is doing, listen again to Father Martin: “The next time you are tempted to blame migrants for anything, ask yourself what you would do if your family were facing gang violence, persecution, famine, poverty or warfare. Would you have the guts to become a migrant or a refugee?” I don’t believe cowards and bullies who hurt children or support hurting children or rationalize hurting children would have the guts to do anything remotely noble or sacrificial for their families. They’re the lowest of the low.

And that’s where America is falling: to new lows every day, down a moral slope to the point of no return.

— JENNIFER TOMSHACK ST. JOSEPH, MICH.

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atricia L. Balbo, age, 87 of New Troy, died peacefully, Sunday, June 24, 2018, in her residence in the presence of her family.

Patricia was born September 8, 1930 in Chicago, Illinois to David and Helen (Sells) Brightbill. She married Brence Jackson in 1946, together they had 5 children. Brence died in 1981.

She later married Ray Balbo in 1965 and they welcomed 2 children together; he died in 2008.

She was also preceded in death by her daughter Cheryl Jackson Brown; grandsons Jason and Tony; brother David Brightbill; and sisters Helen Gifford and Barb Houston.

Patricia was an avid reader and could be known to finish a novel in one evening. She also enjoyed genealogy, crossword puzzles, and trivia.

When Jeopardy was on TV she was a pro. She was deeply religious in her faith. Also known as Grandma Noni, Patricia was known for her wit and humor, even in her final days. Patricia loved to travel to visit her family all over the country and was especially fond of Arizona.

Patricia will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is survived by her children: Virginia Powell of Bridgman, Gloria (John) Bickerstaff of Three Oaks, Linda (Gary) Jannert of Sawyer, Jeff (Freda) Jackson of Sawyer, Gina Balbo of St. Joseph, and Anthony (Debra) Balbo of Benton Harbor; grandchildren: Lori Moore, Jamie Baker, Anastasia Berry, Amanda Moore, Daniel Behler, Sean Smith, Chandra Antonatos, Carmen Jackson, Mary Balbo, and Howie Balbo; 16 great grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; sisters Starr Barrett of Peoria, Arizona and Alice Casto of Traverse City; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Family and friends will gather Saturday, June 30, 2018 from 10:00am until time of service at 1:00 p.m. at Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128.

The Reverend Rich Zeiger officiating.

Patricia will be laid to rest in New Troy Cemetery.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128.

Please share a memory or a message online: wagnercares.com.

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obert Henrichsen, age 91, of Sawyer, died peacefully Thursday, June 21, 2018, in his home in the presence of his family.

Robert was born November 25, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois to Christian and Rose (Riml) Henrichsen.

He married spouse Dawn (Schultz) on November 25, 1926 in Chicago, Illinois, welcoming eight children; she survives. Robert was preceded in death by his daughter Susan Rose O’Hare and grandson Matthew Ross.

Robert proudly served his country in the United States Army during WWII under the command of General MacArthur in the Philippines. After the war he worked as a CPA in Chicago for 34 years at Columbia Pipe and Supply. After moving to Michigan, he and Dawn left the city life to enjoy the country setting. He enjoyed his retired life working in their vineyard both thoroughly enjoying the farm life. He was also a member of St. Agnes Catholic Church in Sawyer for 34 years.

Robert will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Dawn of Sawyer; children: Mary Dawn (Jim) Stephens of Crestwood, IL, Barbara (Mark) Golotta of Lansing, IL, Linda (Ken) Mackowiak of Valparaiso, IN, Christopher (Madonna) Henrichsen of Kankakee, IL, Carolyn (Dan) Ross of Harbert, MI, Robert (Heather) Henrichsen of Sawyer, MI, Eric (Susan) Henrichsen of Sawyer, MI; 18 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; and a host of friends.

Family and friends will gather Thursday, June 28, 2018 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a Rosary at 7:30 p.m. at Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128. A Mass of Christian Burial will be on Friday, June 29, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Agnes Catholic Church, 5760 Sawyer Rd, Sawyer, MI 49125 The Reverend Vanathaiyan Savarimuthu, MSFS will be officiating.

Robert’s remains will be laid to rest in Riverside Cemetery.

The family prefers contributions be made in Robert’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Three Oaks, Michigan 49128.

Please share a memory or a message online: wagnercares.com.

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Owner Emma Brewster and bartender Abby Voss

‘FALSE FRONT’ UNVEILED AT DAVID’S DELI

BY HOLLY SHULMAN IN NEW BUFFALO

magical transformation takes place when day turns to night each weekend on North Whittaker Street.

Blue velvet curtains go up, the bar rolls out and the deli disappears and becomes False Front, a new nighttime gathering spot located inside David’s Deli in downtown New Buffalo. Check out the one-of-a-kind pop-up lounge with a retro, speakeasy atmosphere.

You’ll be charmed by the metamorphosis from deli by day to low lit intimate cocktail lounge at dusk. The feeling is comfortable, cozy and clubby, with a well-appointed bar and window nook conversation pits styled with funky ’50s furnishings.

The menu features traditional well drinks and cocktails, plus creative mixology from “breezy to boozy.” Craft beers on tap, a nice selection of wines and delicious, pallet-pleasing snacks are also offered. Try the house roasted nuts, chips ’n’ dip, flavored popcorns, pickled treats or a lovely cheese board.

Bartender Abby Voss pointed out that each month will highlight special cocktails to benefit a local charity, such as the Out Center in Benton Harbor, which is featured now in honor of Pride month.

The unusual name, False Front, speaks directly to the architecture of the building and the uniqueness of the concept. At the end of the evening, the modular bar rolls away, the furnishings change out and the space returns to its deli persona - ready for coffee and bagels, sweet rolls, sodas and sandwiches.

The new venture is the brainchild of David’s owners Joe Lindsay and Emma Brewster. Future plans might also include music and dancing.

“We wanted to make the most of our location and wanted to offer something new and different to the neighborhood,” said Brewster. “It’s not a restaurant and it’s not your typical bar either.”

False Front will be open on Thursdays thru Sunday evenings year-round, from 5:30 -11 p.m., and is located inside David’s Deli building at 30 N. Whittaker St., New Buffalo.

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PUBLIC NOTICES VILLAGE OF GRAND BEACH NOTICE OF SUMMER TAX DEFERMENT Applications for deferment of 2018 taxes for the Village of Grand Beach are now available at the Clerk’s Office, 48200 Perkins Blvd., Grand Beach, MI 49117.

A person who is a paraplegic, hemiplegic, quadriplegic, eligible serviceman, eligible veteran, eligible widow or widower, totally and permanently disabled, blind, or 62 years old and who for the prior taxable year had a total household income of $40,000 or less may defer the summer taxes until February 15th of the following year by filing with the Treasurer of the Village an intent to defer the homestead property taxes which are due and payable in July.

Persons eligible for deferment of taxes may file their intent to defer until September 15, 2018.

for Council member shall personally, or by duly authorized agent, file with the New Buffalo Township Clerk a petition signed by not less than ten (10), nor more than twenty-five (25) registered electors of the Village of Grand Beach, not later than 4:00 p.m. EST on Tuesday, July 24, 2018. Anyone wishing to be a candidate must be a registered voter for one (1) year prior to the election as stated in the Village Charter.

available online at cityofnewbuffalo.org and City Hall.

This meeting is an open meeting. The notice is posted in compliance with Open Meeting Act, Public Act 267 of 1976 and the Americans with Disabilities Individuals with disabilities requiring auxiliary aids should contact the City Clerk by writing or calling the following: Lori Vander Clay, City Clerk, (269) 469-1500, 224 W. Buffalo St., New Buffalo, MI 49117.

Electors who wish to vote in the election must be registered no later than October 9, 2018. To register, visit any Secretary of State branch office, County Clerk’s office or the New Buffalo Township Clerk’s office. Please call for business hours.

All interested parties are urged to attend.

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VILLAGE OF GRAND BEACH NOTICE OF TAXES The 2018 summer taxes for the Village of Grand Beach are due and payable July 1, 2018 until September 14, 2018. Taxes are payable to the Village of Grand Beach, 48200 Perkins Blvd., Grand Beach, MI 49117, or taxes may be paid in person at the office of the Clerk-Treasurer Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. EDT. MARY J. ROBERTSON CLERK/TREASURER

VILLAGE OF GRAND BEACH NOTICE The regular election of the Village of Grand Beach will be held on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at the New Buffalo Township Hall for the election of three (3) Council members. The polls will be open from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST. Any person wishing to become a candidate

RE-PAVING OF WATER TREATMENT PLANT LOT AND ACCESS DRIVE The City of New Buffalo, Michigan, is requesting sealed bids until 10:00am EST on Tuesday, July 10, 2018, for re-paving the lot at 300 Marx Drive, New Buffalo, MI 49117 and the access drive.

CORRECTED NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING & SPECIAL MEETING

This shall include paving the access drive and a blacktop overlay to the existing lot at 300 Marx Drive.

The City of New Buffalo Planning Commission will hold a Public Hearing during their Special Meeting on Thursday, July 12, 2018 at 7:00 p.m., in the New Buffalo City Hall, 224 West Buffalo Street, New Buffalo, MI 49117.

Telephone inquiries to the Water Treatment Plant Superintendent, Ken Anderson at (269) 469-0381 or email at nbcwaterdept@comcast.net

The purpose of this Public Hearing is to consider a Site Plan and Amendment of the Special Land Use Permit for applicant Dawn Workman, who is requesting permission to expand the existing deck by 10’ and add a new structure in the front yard to dispense beverages. This pertains to Article 19: Section 6 and 9 and Article 17, Section 7 of the City’s Zoning Ordinance.

The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive irregularities in bidding. No bid shall be withdrawn for a period of 60 days.

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PUBLIC NOTICES New Buffalo Township will provide necessary reasonable auxiliary aids and services, such as signers for the hearing impaired and audio/video tapes of printed materials being considered at the meeting to individuals with disabilities at the meeting/hearing upon seven (7) days’ notice to New

Buffalo Township by writing or calling the following: Judith H. Zabicki, Clerk, New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, MI 49117; Telephone: (269) 469-1011.

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING OAK HILL SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 1 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Township Board of the Township of New Buffalo, Berrien County, Michigan, has determined to undertake the construction of a sanitary sewer system in the southeast area of the Township (“the Improvements”), located within a special assessment district tentatively designated as the Oak Hill Sanitary Sewer System Special Assessment District No.1 (the “District”), pursuant to Act 188 of the Public Acts of Michigan of 1954, MCL 41.721 et seq., as amended (“Act 188”).

DESCRIPTION OF PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT The Township Board has tentatively determined that all or part of the cost of said Improvements shall be specially assessed against each of the following described lots and parcels of land, which parcels are benefited by the Improvements and which together comprise the following proposed special assessment district: TAKE NOTICE that the Township Board of the Township of New Buffalo will hold a public hearing at a regular meeting of the Township Board on July 16, 2018, at 7:00 PM., at the New Buffalo Township Hall, 17425 Red Arrow Highway, New Buffalo, MI 49117, within the Township, to hear and consider any objections to the proposed Improvements, the District and all other matters relating to said Improvements and the District.

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that the Township Board of the Township of New Buffalo has initiated these special assessment proceedings pursuant to Section 3 of Act 188, MCL 41.723, on the Township Board’s own initiative, and that the Township Board may proceed with the proposed Improvements unless written objections to the Improvements are filed with the Township Board at or before the public hearing by the record owners of land constituting more than 20% of the total land area in the proposed special assessment district. MCL 41.723(1)(a).

TAKE FURTHER NOTICE that preliminary plans and estimates of cost for the Improvements are on file with the Township Clerk for public examination. PROPERTY SHALL NOT BE ADDED TO THE PROPOSED SPECIAL ASSESSMENT DISTRICT AND THE ORIGINAL ESTIMATE OF COST SHALL NOT BE INCREASED BY MORE THAN 10% WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE AND PUBLIC HEARING.

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Wilton

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Wilton

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11-13-5600-0045-01-1

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HOR0SCOPE JUNE 28-JULY 4, 2018

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 Making good progress means applying pressure when you need to, and that’s exactly what you need to do this week. Stick with work or home projects and be sure the hard work gets done early because your more creative and passionate projects may keep you out later than usual. Lucky, you.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 There is a part of you that can easily take the lead and make decisions for others, but there is another part of you that likes to detach and not get emotionally invested in projects that are not your own creating. You enjoy helping others but don’t necessarily want to do the care-taking or be responsible for outcomes.

TAURUS

Interactions with others could get out of hand or a bit extreme. News may come in that is not only shocking, but also unwelcomed.

Disturbances are likely to follow conversations that center on money or finances. Keep your cool by handling money issues on your own and only asking for help if it’s really needed.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 What others tell you may not match up with your perception of the situation this week. You may need to ask for clarity, which will only lead to further complications right now. Ask questions and dig deep but don’t expect answers to match up with your gut instincts.

Let things bubble up on their own.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 Unexpected money may bring some unexpected ties or expectations with it. Be sure you keep everything above board and out in the open, so there won’t be any surprises down the road.

You may get some unusual advances as well because you will feel drawn to unusual areas that are not your normal scene.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 If you’ve made promises and still need to follow through, this is the time to stick with it. It may feel a bit unescapable or overwhelming, but keeping your word now will create secure connections that will help you in the future. If the work is really daunting, get some input from partners and get it done.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 You may need to take charge of situations for partners or close friends and help them finish projects that have gotten out of hand or have created a lot of clean up. Be sure you have their input and ideas in mind when implementing changes to their current plans.

You’ll be a big help, just don’t get too bossy.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 Relationships may get a bit challenging and mentally demanding this week. Channel any emotional issues people are having into physical activities that can bring people together and that bridge their differences. Avoid heavy topics like politics or religion. Celebrate freedom by honoring each other’s distinctions.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 Unexpected work issues may keep you from attending to your widening social scene this summer. You may need to put in some extra hours because of a change in procedure or might need travel to another location for training of some kind. Don’t push yourself too hard. Be sure get a cat nap in before the party starts.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 You may be in for a bit of a health scare this week.

Don’t jump to conclusions to quickly because your diagnoses may not only change but be unfounded. Get a second opinion before doing anything drastic or permanent. There is a lot of things changing in your health sector, all of it for the better.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 Be extra care when you go out this week. Don’t get in a rush or be overly rambunctious. Risk taking should be minimized if it can’t be avoided. Stick with things you know and do well. There may be a part of you that wants to prove to others that you have certain skills or stand apart; be seen but don’t be extreme.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 As much as you would like to spend time home alone, fixing up your personal space, a very friendly, hands on type of person will be there to help you. You will feel a special comradery with them and will be happy to have the help.

Don’t shy away from getting to know them better. Talk about life experiences.

APRIL 20—MAY 20

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EVENTS

PLEASE SEND US EVENT INFO TO EVENTS@NEWBUFFALOTIMES.COM . NEW EVENTS EACH WEEK. — COMPILED BY LINDA HENDERSON

DAILY EVENTS

NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP LIBRARY See weekly library events on page 3.

EVERY MONDAY

ZUMBA 6:30PM. New Buffalo High School High Gymnasium/Dance Studio. 111 E Clay St. New Buffalo. 219-614-8847.

Teacher is Marie Crist. $7 per class.

EVERY TUESDAY

CHELLBERG FARM CAMP 9AM-2PM CST. Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Park. 700 Howe Rd. Porter, IN. 219-395-9555. www.duneslearningcenter.org.

Session 1/Ages 5-6: June 5, 12, 19; Session 2/Ages 7-8 July 10,17, 24. $75.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

PIPE ORGAN CONCERT SERIES Noon CST. First Congregational Church.

531 Washington St. Michigan City.

Concerts performed by National organist on an 1891 Roosevelt tracker pipe organ.

6/28 Derek Nickels. 7/6 Carol Garrett.

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219-331-9230

KNITTING AT THE DELI 3-5PM. David’s Deli.

All are welcome.

PLEASE SEE PAGE 20 FOR A FULL LISTING OF 4TH OF JULY WEEKLONG EVENTS. EVERY THURSDAY & SUNDAY

WEDNESDAY NIGHTS IN THE PARK 6-9PM. New Buffalo Township Park.

17425 Red Arrow Hwy. New Buffalo.269-469-1011. www.newbuffalotownship.org Enjoy live music at 7 pm. and food in Memorial Park band shell. Alcohol, smoke and pet free. Food served at 6:30, cash only. Limited parking/biking or car pool suggested. June 27-Red Delux. July 4-Generation Gap.

FIRST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH

OPEN TRAP PRACTICE 6:30-9:30PM. New Buffalo Rod and Gun Club. 10487 Kruger Rd. New Buffalo.

Open to the public. Contact Bob Kruger at 269-612-0983.

LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

HARBOR COUNTRY BOOK CLUB 6:30PM. New Buffalo Township Library.

EVERY FRIDAY

STORY TIME AT THREE OAKS LIBRARY 10:30AM. www.threeoakslibrary.org.

EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY

NEW BUFFALO CLASSIC CAR CRUISE 6-9PM. Downtown New Buffalo.

Through August 29. * NOTE: The Cruise In will be on Wed. July 11 due to the July 4 Holiday.

SKIP’S OPEN-AIR EUROPEAN FARMERS MARKET 9AM-3PM. 16710 Lakeshore Rd. New Buffalo. 269-469-3341.

EVERY THURSDAY

YOGA AT THE PARK 9AM. New Buffalo Township.

NEW BUFFALO FARMERS MARKET 4-8PM. Whittaker St. Downtown New Buffalo.

Occurring thru September 6.

flowers, plants and many other things.

Rain or Shine. Opens June 2 through Octpober 27, 2018.

EVERY SATURDAY NIGHT

MUSIC IN THE PARK 6:30 PM Dewey Cannon Park. downtown Three Oaks. info@HarborArts.com.

Free. June 30-Cieito Lindo Family Music, Modern Latino Mariachi.

THURSDAY, JUNE 28

SINGER SONGWRITER COMPETITION DEADLINE 11:59PM. Acorn Theater.

107 Generation Dr. Three Oaks.

SUNDAY, JULY 8

SECOND SUNDAY CONCERTS: PETER AGLINSKAS-GUITARIST 4-5PM. Ferwood Botanic Gardens. 13988 Range Line Rd. Niles. 269-695-6491. www.fernwoodbotanical.org.

WAUS Rradio and Fernwood present classical artists performing outdoors. Bring a chair. Admission is free after 3:30PM. CORKY SIEGEL’S CHAMBER BLUES & LYNN JORDAN 5PM. Acorn Theater.

Tickets: $15-$30

MONDAY-FRIDAY, JULY 9-13, JULY 23-27

DUNES DISCOVERYCAMP Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Park.

700 Howe Rd. Porter, IN. 219 395-9555. www.duneslearningcenter.org.

Dunes Learning Center, campers explore rivers, search for salamanders, identify insects, hike through dunes, cool off in Lake Michigan, laugh with new friends and sing around the campfire. For ages 9-13 years. $450 per child.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, JULY 13, 14 & 15 57TH KRASL ART FAIR ON THE BLUFF 269-983-0271. www.krasl.org.

EVERY SATURDAY

THREE OAKS FARMERS MARKET. 9AM-2PM 1 South Elm St. Three Oaks.

Small farmers offering fresh produce, fresh

The information for these events is correct, as of the Tuesday before publication date.

Please contact the events listed with any questions. Please send us any events at events@ newbuffalotimes.com. Deadlines are the Fridays before the following week’s publication.

People seldom do what they believe in. They do what is convenient, then repent. -Bob Dylan

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Pottawattomie Country Club

Full family golfing privileges, use of the driving range, swimming pool, casual and formal dining privileges, club and family events. This membership is perfect for families: live, laugh, golf, and enjoy a life well played!!!

A limited number of memberships are available, $1500.00 Dollar initiation fee waived.

Just $300 per month ($1500 per year F&B minimum).

Contact our Business Office for details.

Call 219-872-8624, Ext. 1000 or email pccbusinessoffice@pottawattomie.com.

For a limited time, Pottawattomie Country Club is offering an Annual “Epic Golf Membership” at $300 per month.

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