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Body of missing teen found on beach in Chikaming Township PAGE 3

DDA recommends city enforce municipal property usage ordinance PAGE 4

City reduces Planning commission votes to 5 from 7 to conduct business PAGE 5 Village of Three Oaks still seeking full-time water department employee PAGE 7 Chikaming Township receives grant toward Cherry Beach expansion, adopts recreational fee resolution PAGE 11 New Buffalo Township Planning Commission recommends master plan to township board PAGE 12

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New Buffalo Township approves purchase price for new fire station PAGE 16

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THURSDAY, JULY 18, 2019

Body of missing teen found on beach in Chikaming Township

he body of a teenager who went missing in Indiana was recovered last week on a beach in Chikaming Township. According to the Chikaming Township Police Department Facebook page, at around 12:41 a.m. Thursday, July 11, police chief Todd Taylor was dispatched to an address on Victor Avenue concerning a recovery on the Lake Michigan beach. When he arrived at the scene, Taylor met with Deputy Andrea Crosby of the Berrien County Sheriff’s Department, New Buffalo Township patrol, on the beach. There, they found the body of an unidentified black male subject on the beach. While conducting the investigation, Indiana Department of Natural Resources Officer Tyler Brock identified the body as Rahem L. Mason, 17, of South Bend, Indiana, who went missing at the Michigan City, Indiana, Beach Saturday, July 6. An autopsy was performed at the Western Michigan University School of Medicine Friday, July 12th. Assisting the Chikaming Township Police Department were the following agencies: Chikaming Township Fire Department, Chikaming Township First Responders, Berrien County Sheriff’s Department, and Indiana Department of Natural Resources. This investigation is ongoing. — STAFF REPORTS

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THURSDAY, JULY 18, 2019

LIGHTED BOAT PARADE TO RETURN TO SHIP AND SHORE

he Lighted Boat Parade will make a return at this year’s Ship and Shore, which is scheduled to take place in New Buffalo Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Aug. 9-11. Those who are interested can sign up on the Ship and Shore Festival website at www. shipandshorefestival.com. The parade starts at dusk Saturday, Aug. 10. Vessels must be 18 feet or larger (no inflatables). Each vessel must have its own theme (music is not required but encouraged). Vessels must have the obligatory navigation lights turned on and decoration lights as well. All USCG navigational rules apply There will be no judging of boats and no ‘winner’ this year, as it will be a fun event for the participants and the spectators. More information will be provided closer to Ship and Shore weekend. For more information, visit www. shipandshorefestival.com or the Facebook page. — STAFF REPORTS

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DDA recommends city enforce municipal property usage ordinance

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embers of the New Buffalo Downtown Development Authority (DDA) voiced their support of enforcing no non-municipal use on municipal property for businesses within the city at their Thursday, July 11, meeting. Recently, DDA chair Robert Kemper said that a few downtown businesses had been requesting 18 or 20 inches of approved use in front of their business’ storefronts. As the city’s current ordinance stands, Kemper said that no inches of municipal property can be used for non-municipal uses. He added that this ordinance had never been enforced. Those business owners who desired to participate in sidewalk sales could fill out a special application with regards to sidewalk stands (which had been recommended by the EBD). Business owners who do desire to use city property for non-municipal use can also go through the Planning Commission or Zoning Board of Appeals (ZBA). Business owners have to demonstrate five hardships to get a variance, which Kemper said is “not an easy threshold.” Due to the ordinance not being enforced, board members noted that several businesses were not following the rules by putting signs up in the windows and flags and sandwich boards in front of their businesses. JV Peacock, who owns Outpost Sports in New Buffalo, said that there was no point in having an ordinance if it wasn’t going to be enforced. “We built this beautiful street and now it’s starting to get junked up,” he said. (The downtown streets were widened during last year’s North Whittaker Street Redevelopment Project.) City manager Dave Richards noted that, if non-municipal use was allowed, it would have to be the same number of inches in front of all the businesses. “We’re (the city) willing to enforce if given the right direction - right now, nothing is allowed,” he said. Richards said that a few longstanding businesses have been bending the rules for a while due to non-enforcement. Mark Robertson, a city council member, added that there was a “fine line” between enforcing the rules and supporting the business. If the city did allow 18 inches in front of businesses, enforcement would be a challenge, he said. “Somebody’s got to go down there with a tape measure - we want to support the businesses, but it’s a fine line there,” he said. Board members approved recommending to the city that there be enforcement on no non-municipal use on municipal property and that a special events application can be submitted for sidewalk sales or an application can be filled out to request approval for use from the Planning Commission or ZBA. Board members recommended to the city that the front building at 435 S. Whittaker St. that housed the former New Buffalo Hardware and Lumber be sold to a private investor. Doug Roch, an EBD committee member, said that he wished to see someone “reactivate” the building. The city purchased the property from the county in the summer of 2015. The center building will be demolished. The front building was cleaned out during a recent auction. Kemper said that anyone was welcome to join him for a meeting that he was having with city police chief Rich Killips, the city’s chief lifeguard, and Richards at the beach at 11 a.m. Friday, July 26, to discuss a solution to beach signage. One suggestion was to have only three or four signs present on the beach conveying a lot of issues that were discussed on the currently large number of signs. The national park-interpretive signs could be displayed in a high traffic area. Kemper gave board members the address to the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) so that they could email their concerns about, or in support of, a potential road diet. The proposed “road diet” would begin at the Michigan/Indiana state line on U.S. 12 and proceed into the City of New Buffalo, with one lane going east and one lane going west with a center turn lane. Richards said that the proposed diet was still in the evaluation phase and that the city doesn’t currently have any further information on it. Richards said that he’s “fully aware” of the high water on North Whittaker Street. He said that the river is higher than the street and the storm drain that normally drains the street is draining the river. As a result, the river is flowing back. To keep the street “travel-able,” Richards said there’s a big iron plate on one side of it because there’s “nothing but a hole underneath it.” He said that there’s the “beginnings” of a hole on the east side and that it will need to be plated in the future, since the water from Harbor Point is coming that way as well.

The prestigious John Barleycorn Society has recognized Journeyman Distillery with two Double-Gold awards for video marketing. The award-winning short films, titled “We Are Journeyman” and “Building a Distillery” beautifully narrate the Journeyman story and provide a peek behind the scenes of the family owned business. Connecting today’s distillery operations to the history of its artfully restored Three Oaks, MI home, both videos were produced by Rhino Media of Kalamazoo, MI. “Our journey has embraced risk-taking, adventure, and family,” says Journeyman co-founder, Bill Welter who, in 2010, took on the challenge of building a distillery in a crumbling historic factory. “Too many people tear down old buildings. We saw an opportunity to bring something important back to life. Not just a building, but an ethos of innovation, entrepreneurship, hard work, community, and pride.” Welter recognizes the “hardworking men and women of Journeyman,” and humbly shares this recognition with those who make it all possible. The John Barleycorn Awards honor the innovative distillers, writers, marketers, designers who cultivate the fertile traditions of the spirits industry. Founded by a group of spirit journalists, “The John Barleycorn Society is dedicated to redefining todays spirits awards by acknowledging the entire scope of the industry and revolutionizing the process,” according to their website. To learn more about Journeyman Distillery and their acclaimed grain-to-bottle craft spirits, visit journeymandistillery.com. — STAFF

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City reduces Planning commission votes to 5 from 7 to conduct business

ew Buffalo’s youngest residents will soon have access to early education support after the New Buffalo City Council unanimously approved a Special Use Permit, allowing TriCounty Head Start to offer services at 704 W. Merchant St., the former St. Mary of the Lake school building. Executive director Chanda Hillman told the council the federally-funded program would provide early education and wrap-around services for up to 12 children up to three years of age, at no cost to families. Each Early Head Start location accepts up to four infants and eight toddlers in two classrooms Monday through Thursday. Hillman said children are accepted based on income level, and children in the foster care system, or classified as homeless are also accepted. She said Tri-County evaluates communities for need and they had already identified a need in the area when Father John Peter of St. Mary of the Lake parish informed them the building was available. Families may apply or learn more about the program, by visiting tricountyhs.org. New Buffalo children up to age 18 can receive free lunches during the summer through the Bridge the Gap program with Water’s Edge Church. Organizer Deb Schmidt told the Council that as of July 15, the program had passed out 852 lunches in four weeks. Meals will be provided weekdays through August 23. Lunches will be passed out from 11:15am to 12:45pm at Water’s Edge Church, 18732 Harbor Country Drive; from 11:30am to 12:00pm at New Buffalo Elementary School, 12291 Lubke Road; at New Buffalo township Library, 33 N. Thompson Street; from 12:15 to 12:45pm at Fifth Third Bank, 1 West Buffalo Street; and at Oakview Estate Apartments, 17670 East Buffalo Street. Lunches will also be provided for people up to age 26 who are enrolled in a state or locally recognized educational program for the mentally or physically disabled. Summer in New Buffalo also means a lot of activity at the public beach. Head lifeguard Faith Hoekstra told the Council so far lifeguards have performed 950 preventative actions. She said over the previous weekend they experienced an estimated 300 people entering the water and more than 800 on the beach and she expected even higher numbers in the coming weeks. Hoekstra said the drownings at other beaches during the Fourth of July week had taken place at beaches that did not have lifeguards, or had no lifeguards on duty at the time. Heavy rains in June and early July have caused high water levels on Lake Michigan and area rivers. Mayor Lou O’Donnell noted water levels were the highest he could remember, and water has reached the public beach parking lot at points. Beach volunteer Nora Howe said the high-water levels were hiding warning signs and rocks along the breakwater, resulting in people walking on the breakwater and attempting to dive off. Howe said she had recently prevented people from doing backflips off the rocks. The Council thanked Hoekstra and her crew for their work. In preparation for Ship and Shore weekend, Leslie Green requested permission on behalf of New Buffalo Savings Bank and Teachers Credit Union to have a 10-foot-by-10-foot tent on the sidewalk outside the bank, at the corner of Whittaker and Merchant streets. Green said the festival site at

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Lions Pavilion Park has limited space and the banks wanted to be near the building. Council member Liz Ennis said she had concerns that the tent would impede foot traffic and may set a precedent for other businesses to partially block the sidewalks, which she noted had been designed to allow better flow. Council member Mark Robertson said he agreed with Ennis, but added he appreciated the bank coming to the Council for permission before acting. The Council did not ok the request but did ask Green if the bank could look at other options.

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The City’s short-term rental registration has begun. O’Donnell said about 70 properties were on the list. A copy of the register is available on the city’s website (cityofnewbuffalo.org). Unregistered properties may be reported to rentals@cityofnewbuffalo.org. Property owners who have failed to register face a $150 fine in addition to registration fees. Building inspections will begin soon. The Council had first readings on two ordinances that affect city boards. First the Council approved Ordinance 242, which would combine the Harbor Commission and Parks Board. The move to combine the two came because the Parks Board has not been able to hold a quorum for several months and the two groups have overlapping responsibilities. City Manager Dave Richards said the city attorney had approved the plan. Ennis cast the dissenting vote, expressing concerns that the city had not done enough to make people aware of open positions on the Parks Board. Roberts noted openings are mentioned in council meetings and on the city website. Ordinance 243 would reduce the number of Planning Commission members from seven to five. Richards said it would make it easier to reach a quorum to conduct business. Woodruff and Sons won the bid to replace the water main under Mechanic Street. The city water department recommended replacing the current 8 inch main with a 12 inch. Meter pit assemblies will also be replaced during the work. Water Superintendent Ken Anderson said work could begin within 20 days. The street is already scheduled for repaving. The water main project is expected to cost $484,059.99. The Council also approved an amendment to the Water Asset Management Plan.

esident Sharon Goldman asked the Council to enforce ordinances that allow the city to require improvements to private roads in the interest of public health, safety and general welfare. She noted a private road is in extremely poor condition, posing a threat to vehicles and pedestrians. The Council approved a three percent wage increase for non-union city employees. Richards said the increase would be a total of about $20,000 annually, but the impacted employees had also agreed to pay more towards their health insurance, saving the city nearly $30,000. Three police cars will receive new radio equipment from Motorola. Police Chief Rich Killips said the purchase of $12,869.25 is part of a gradual equipment replacement. Resident Neil Goldman spoke to the city about conditions at the pickleball courts on Clay Street. He said water pools after rain and court lines were improperly made. O’Donnell said the Council had become aware of issues with the courts shortly before the meeting and it would take time to sort out as there are easements between the city, township and New Buffalo Area Schools. Blagicia Bottigliero encouraged the Council to adopt a social media policy for council members if it does not already have one. She pointed out the council represents the city to visitors. Near the end of the meeting, the Council congratulated Parks Supervisor Kristen D’Amico and Killips for their work directing traffic following the city’s Independence Day fireworks show.

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tate Rep. Brad Paquette announced an upcoming opportunity to meet with area residents during local office hours for the month of July. Rep. Paquette will be available Saturday, July 20 at the following times and locations: • 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Nikki’s Café, 126 E. Ferry St. in Berrien Springs No appointments are necessary. Those who are unable to attend at the scheduled times, but would like an opportunity to talk with Rep. Paquette may call his office at 517- 373-1796 or email BradPaquette@house.mi.gov. — STAFF REPORTS

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hree Oaks is moving closer to completing its water department staff. During the Three Oaks Village Council’s Wednesday, July 10, meeting, the village extended its temporary contract with Infrastructure Alternatives Inc. (IAI). IAI will provide a qualified employee who will be on-site two days per week, and will provide more presence if needed for major projects. IAI has been providing support since Bruce Hauch retired as water and sewer superintendent last year. Village Manager Mike Greene reported a job candidate is being interviewed to fill the position full-time. The contract with IAI allows for a cancellation with sevendays’ notice. Wet weather has pushed back plans to dredge the village sewage lagoons. Greene said draining a lagoon for cleaning may result in wasted money and time if more heavy rains bring excess water into the other two lagoons. Prior to the July meeting, councilmembers completed an annual manager evaluation. The council reviewed a summary of results at the July meeting and council president David Grosse said Greene’s new contract will be finalized next month. At the meeting, councilmember Colleen Newquist remarked Greene was good to work with, but she hoped to see him become more proactive with communication and follow-through, noting councilmembers often have to directly ask for information she felt should be provided. On the vote of the council, Village Treasurer Lois Jones and councilmembers Grosse, Steve Graziano and John Kramer were added as signatories to village bank accounts at Chemical Bank, New Buffalo Savings Bank and Horizon Bank. Grosse said the move will authorize the four to sign checks for village business, if needed. The current street improvement project received its first change order. The council approved a change to the plans with Walsh and Kelly, removing a 500-foot sidewalk work and adding $4000 worth of patchwork at various areas. The change order decreases the total budget by just over $20,000. The council discussed code enforcement in the village, wondering if a third party should be in charge of inspection and enforcement. The current ordinance states the village manager is the code enforcement officer. Grosse said he interpreted that as the manager directing employees to address properties, rather than personally inspecting properties. Most council members agreed it would be better to bring in an outside enforcer, rather than risk claims of bias or conflict of interest by having a village employee do the work. A dangerous building hearing is set for July 22. Near the end of the evening, the Council thanked Greene for arranging a free firework show for the Village’s Independence Day celebrations. Greene said a company approached him with a last-minute offer to provide a show free of charge and they were interested in returning in 2020.

tate Rep. Beth Griffin, of Mattawan, will meet with area residents this month during office hours across her district. Rep. Griffin will be available Monday, July 22 at the following times and locations: • 9 to 10 a.m. at Green Glass Coffee, 229 E. Michigan Ave. in Paw Paw. No appointments are necessary. Those who are unable to attend at the scheduled times but would like an opportunity to talk with Rep. Griffin may call her office at (517) 373-0839 or email BethGriffin@house.mi.gov. — STAFF REPORTS

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ith a little luck, the second half of the baseball season will go like the first three games after the all star game for the Cubs, while for the White Sox, those three games are an anomaly. Three games does not a season make, and I’m more than aware that the fortunes of any baseball team can turn on a dime, but I think that if these trends continue, it might be best for both teams from Chicago. The White Sox have enjoyed a wonderful season. Eloy Jimenez looks like he’s going to be a superstar. The team appears set at most positions and has a couple of studs almost ready to ascend to the majors. When these two guys arrive, most likely next year, the everyday lineup will be set. The Sox also have a strong group of pitchers, some of whom will be recovered from their injuries, and I believe that the Sox can contend for the championship next season. On the other side of town, the Cubs swept the Pirates and finally seem to be ready to move ahead of the pack in their division. Hopefully, their uneven play in the first half of the year is behind them, and they will move forward and reach their potential. Improbably, despite some uncharacteristic lapses in their defense, terrible clutch hitting, and spotty pitching, the Cubs ended the first half of the season in first place. While all of their division foes are evenly matched, none of them stepped up to take control while the Cubs struggled. I believe the Cubs will get back to their winning ways, and absolutely make the playoffs this season. In the past, I have dreamed about how great it would be if there was a “city series” between the Cubs and Sox. The amount of excitement on both sides of town would be off the hook. Tensions run high when the teams play each other in the regular season and I can only imagine the excitement that will be generated if the teams play each other in the World Series. Next year, both teams will have a chance to go all the way. I’ve been a big baseball fan for my entire life and I don’t think I’ve ever been able to say that before. My baseball dreams have an actual chance to become a reality next season. I love baseball. A couple of things happened in the sports world on Sunday that I found particularly interesting. On the serious side, Proctor and Gamble donated $529,000 to narrow the pay gap between the men’s and women’s soccer teams. That’s $23,000 for all 23 players on the team. Nice move P&G. Finally, Novak Djokovic defeated Roger Federer to capture the men’s singles championship at Wimbledon. The match was epic, lasting just under five hours and not being decided until a tiebreaker at 12-12 in the final set. Besides the great tennis, we were treated to one of Djokovic’s coolest traditions. After his victory, he bent over, pulled out some grass, and ate it. He said when he was a kid and dreaming of winning at Wimbledon, he imagined doing just that, so he released his inner child when he won. Sports sure are fun. Eleanor Roosevelt said “ The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams”. Be kind to one another. Keep smiling. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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Local authors discuss racial diversity at New Buffalo Library July 23

ocal authors Sandy and Larry Feldman will examine racial diversity issues during the next Friends of New Buffalo Library Community Forum on Tuesday, July 23, at 6 p.m. EST in the Pokagon Room, 33 N. Thompson St. In their book “Building Bridges Across the Racial Divide” the Feldmans discuss principles and practices aimed at reducing racial stereotypes and prejudice while increasing mutual understanding, respect and trust. They draw upon initiatives in which they have been involved over the past 20 years, including Project Unity, The All God’s Children Community Choir and Calling All Colors. They also will discuss a variety of stereotype-reducing activities for children, adolescents and adults and briefly describe their college course “The Psychology of Stereotypes and Prejudice.” On Tuesday, Aug. 20, the Community Forum will look into The Gunness Mystery, about a mass murderess from LaPorte, Ind. The Community Forum Series is sponsored by the Friends of New Buffalo Library, underwritten in part by The Pokagon Fund. For further information, call New Buffalo Township Library at 269-469-2933, follow the Facebook link at newbuffalotownshiplibrary.org or email new.buffalo.fol@gmail.com. — STAFF REPORTS

Beachgoers enjoyed a recent warm evening at New Buffalo Public Beach — FRANCESCA SAGALA

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Chikaming Township Board and Cherry Beach Committee members pose with Lisa Cripps-Downey (front) and the check

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Chikaming Township receives grant toward Cherry Beach expansion, adopts recreational fee resolution

hikaming Township Board of Trustees members received support for the possible expansion of the township’s public beach frontage in the form of a gigantic check at their Thursday, July 11, meeting. Berrien Community Foundation President Lisa Cripps-Downey and program manager Susan Matheny did a presentation in honor of the township receiving a For Good grant of $8,000 toward the Cherry Beach Project, the possible acquisition of the Beidler Turst property that is adjacent to Cherry Beach. The township reapplied for a Michigan Department of Natural Resources Trust Fund (MDNRTF) grant in April when it failed to secure the grant last December. Last year’s local match amount was 25% of the purchase price. This year, the township’s match amount is 40%, decreasing the grant request to $2.5 million. Sue Phalen, who’s a member of the Cherry Beach Committee and applied for the For Good grant, said that, by applying for a lesser amount of funds this year, the township will receive more points for its grant and may improve its score. A letter went out to those who pledged money last year to make a pledge again. Board members adopted a resolution in support of establishing a recreational funding fee. Township supervisor David Bunte said the Best Practices Committee has been working on legislation it wants to introduce that would amend Public Act 263 of 1974, which allows units of government to impose and collect fees on people engaged in businesses of lodging and transient guests (which was hotels and motels at the time). The law was restricted to large cities in Michigan of 400,000 residents or more and the fees were only to be used for convention facilities and museums. The committee is proposing that the act be amended to give municipalities of all

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sizes the opportunity to collect a transient or lodging fee as well as to allow anyone to levy the recreational fee. The fee would be collected locally and voted on locally. As the draft bill is currently written, the municipalities would have the choice of the fee being 0 to 5%. The funds would be used strictly for recreational funding within that municipality, such as on its parks and trails maintenance. The committee has gained support from state Rep. Pauline Wendzel (R-Bainbridge Township). The township has been requested to send the resolution to her office. Bunte added that other issues will be discussed once it goes into the Michigan Legislature. Bunte said that several states across the country already impose some resort tax or resort fee on hotel bills. All rentals properties, including Airbnbs, would have a fee. “It gets more challenging in local governments to enhance them (recreational facilities) to support the tourism industry,” he said. Board trustee Rich Sullivan said he supported the potential fee but wondered if renters would view it as the township “invading my house again” because it wants to know “too much information.” The township’s rental ordinance assured those who rent can do their own “selfcheck,” ensuring they had the right requirements. “Once we put something like this in, we’re now telling all these people you need to let us know how much money you’re making on your rentals, maybe even on how often you’re renting,” he said. Bunte pointed out that short-term rentals were “microbusinesses” and should be viewed not as residential homes but as a business. After a public hearing, board members adopted a resolution to allow for the creation of the Montaigne Place and Westerlund Way Special Assessment

District. Bunte said the hearing was scheduled “on the special assessment district on the expansion of our [the township’s] water to property owners of Montaigne Place and Westerlund Way.” According to the resolution, the “plans for the municipal water main as prepared and presented by the township’s registered engineer” and their estimated costs for the completion of it is $252,000. After holding a public hearing on a dangerous building located at 12297 Spruce St. in Sawyer for which the property owner wasn’t present at the start of the meeting, board members moved to direct the township’s building and code enforcement officer to proceed with a list of actions on the property before the township put a lien on it per Ordinance 20. Bunte asked board members to think of stakeholders who’d want to be involved in the township’s upcoming strategic planning. In addition to notifying the township’s elected boards, board members agreed that business owners, pastors from local churches, and people with rentals should also be notified. Board members agreed to give the new owners of the Gintaras Lake Resort property in Union Pier a 30-day extension on applying for a demolition permit. Board members approved a land division to the property at the last meeting that was subject to the owners applying for demolition permits for the property’s five buildings by June 21. Bunte said that the township zoning administrator was unable to get notification to the property owner of that deadline, not giving them enough time to apply for permits. Board members said they’d email Sullivan on a Public Safety Commission handbook. Board members approved Police Chief Todd Taylor disposing of or donating old police uniforms as well as keeping a record on file of the clothing.

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fter an approximately year-long process, members of the New Buffalo Township Planning Commission recommended an updated township master plan to the New Buffalo Township Board of Trustees at their Tuesday, July 9, meeting. Project consultant Leah DuMouchel from Beckett & Raeder said that the process involved community engagement in the form of a survey to both fulltime residents and seasonal home owners. Major issues that are covered in the plan include regionalism; community engagement and how the township can interact with its surrounding communities; economic development and recognizing the strengths that are unique to the township; how to cater to the housing needs of the township’s variety of residents, including how to deal with the advent of short-term rentals; and infrastructure. Major findings included integrating the new Corridor Improvement Authority (CIA) boundaries into this plan, which should allow the identification of areas where “efforts are better spent for preservation and development” within the township. A steering committee worked on the document. The process also involved a joint meeting with the Planning Commission and the New Buffalo Township Board. Commissioners also approved an AT&T wireless communication facility to be located at 19325 U.S. Highway 12 in New Buffalo Township. Derek McGrew, an authorized wireless site development and zoning professional, said that the owner of the property has been contacted and a lease agreement has been secured. When commissioner Dan Coffey asked if the tower would improve service for Grand Beach and Michiana, McGrew said it would cover at least a portion of it. Due to Grand Beach’s rough topography, he couldn’t guarantee that the entire area would be covered. Dolores Batchelder, Planning Commission chair, asked if the tower would improve communications in the New Buffalo area. McGrew said that there may be a “marginal” change to the southern portion of town. Commissioner Ed Lijewski, who was the township’s former fire chief, said that the facility will help firefighters locating houses in that area “immensely,” as it’s currently a “dead zone.” “Right now, [we’ve] got nothing – we’re going from nothing to something,” he said. Batchelder and commissioner Traci Lauricella discussed their recent meeting with their attorney and and representatives from the same group that proposed a possible modular home community within the township last summer and their attorney. . Last summer, a proposed manufactured housing community from the same group received backlash from residents. This summer, the group is discussing building the community in an industrially zoned area. Currently, there are no proposals or site plans or any formal presentations on the possible development. Lauricella said that work on the updated master plan revealed that there is a “deficiency” of affordable housing in the area. “It’s a larger number than one would guess of blue-collar workers (in the area) and free and reduced lunch (in New Buffalo Area Schools),” she said. Lauricella said it would be a “phased out project,” with seven to 10 houses being built in the first phase. The group mentioned having 282-284 houses in the entire community. No new houses will be built for the next phase until all the ones in the first phase are sold. The group will be speaking informally at a future Planning Commission meeting before a public hearing is conducted. Township resident Denise Churchill echoed the concerns raised by New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education member last summer, which was that the school district will not be able to handle a possible influx of students. Since the district is out of formula, it doesn’t get funding from the state. Modular home communities don’t pay property taxes because they don’t own the property, she said. “Some of the wonderful programs (in the school) will have go away to handle the influx of students (the community) would bring,” Churchill, who has two children in New Buffalo Elementary School, said. Lijewski said that people who are retired could move into the community and not necessarily families with children. Lijewksi, who’s the school district’s director of transportation and technology, said that it’s a “balancing act,” as the district needs more children to support the various extracurriculars as well as to educate. He added that the longtime problem of no affordable housing could also be attributed to the lack of manufacturing in the community. The commissioners approved switching the meeting time from 7 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and approved the changes to their bylaws that were made by the township’s attorney.

ROBERT SWAN, HARBOR COUNTRY OPERA PRESENT THE BROADWAY BUCKET LIST

arbor Country Opera has always visited the Broadway Stage with tremendous success, but this time their singers have gone one better. Everyone will remember their wonderful shows featuring selections from Phantom of the Opera and Les Mis, but this time the singers have themselves chosen the repertoire, which includes their very favorite selections from those iconic shows plus their own bucket lists of songs they’ve always wanted to sing. Go treat yourself to a little Bernstein, a little Sondheim, maybe a little Cole Porter… or Kander and Ebbs. These singers are up to the job. Harbor Country’s tenor John Concepcion is back, as well as soprano Susan Nelson, whose voice lifted most everyone’s spirits last Christmas. Speaking of Christmas, Mezzo-soprano Holly Schroeder joined them then for the first time and literally stopped the show. Accompanying them will be Paul Hamilton on the piano and the Dick Bunn on Bass. Head to the Acorn Saturday July 27 at 8pm. Tickets are $30 general admission. Call 269-7563879 or go to www.acornlive. org. — STAFF REPORTS

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ights! Cameras! Three Oaks! The Making of Prancer,” a new film detailing the time Three Oaks shone in Hollywood’s spotlight, will premiere at noon on Saturday, July 20, at the Vickers Theatre, 6 N. Elm St. The film is the fourth from The Region of Three Oaks Museum documenting the area’s

history. Thirty years ago, the movie “Prancer” was filmed in Three Oaks and surrounding towns. This film, produced by TROTOM member Nick Bogert, looks back on the experience, featuring the recollections of the movie’s director John Hancock, a child star and local folks who appeared as extras. Behindthe-scenes moments are recalled, such as why the film crew wanted to eat reindeer and how the film’s star made a little extra money on set. The film includes an original soundtrack written and produced by Garth Taylor to evoke memories of the Eighties when the “Prancer” was made. “I created a ‘sound palette’ of artists, tunes, beats and orchestrations closely identified with that decade. The melodies are original, though some arrangements are modeled on famous riffs or accompaniments from that era. I will consider it a success if people say it reminds them of the Go Gos, the Bangles or Dire Straits,” Taylor said. A question and answer session with Bogert and Hancock will follow the new 13-minute feature. Bogert, a freelance television producer, also produced “Father of the Featherbone,” the story of local founder E. K. Warren, “The Pokagons: More Than Just a Casino,” a documentary about the early days of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomie Indians, and “Joe Savoldi: Gridder, Grappler, Hustler Spy” detailing the colorful life of one of town’s favorite sons who went on to create a name for himself beyond the region. The films are available for viewing during museum hours and by special request. DVDs are available at the Museum or by calling 269-756-3547. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. for the premiere showing of “Lights! Cameras! Three Oaks! The Making of Prancer.” A $5 donation is requested. DVDs of both the original movie and the TROTOM feature will be available. The Museum, located at 5 Featherbone Ave., next to the Acorn Theater, is a volunteer organization dedicated to serving the social, historic and cultural heritage of Harbor Country. The Museum is open free of charge May through October on Friday-Sunday from noon to 5 p.m. Further information can be found at regionofthreeoaksmuseum.com or write trotommuseum@gmail.com. — STAFF REPORTS

David’s Deli and The False Front Present Sculpture Hat Series by Brian Kissman

rtist Brian Kissman’s ‘’Sculpture Hat Series” is a 10-piece show, oil on canvas. He is first and foremost a fauve expressionist, feeling the balance of color, form, and line to stir undefined emotions. Across the years Kissman has returned again and again to portraits. He has always had a fascination with hats, and so this series presents 10 portraits of women in ‘sculpture hats.’ His work shows a genre, yet each piece is highly original and exceptionally creative, one different from the next. He produced his ‘Sculpture Hat’ series while living in Hyderabad, India from July 2017 to May 2019. His work has been showcased in galleries in Chicago, Detroit, and Phoenix. Brian Kissman has been painting for over 40 Years. On Display: July 15 to August 31, 2019 Venue: David’s Deli/The False Front 7:30AM – 4:00PM (David’s Deli) 6:00PM – 12 Midnight (The False Front). — STAFF REPORTS

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The building shook on the afternoon of July 5 when a two car crash resulted in one of the cars also crashing into the corner of Milda’s Corner Market in Union Pier. The drivers were treated for minor injuries, and no pedestrians, patrons or employees were hurt. Assisting at the scene were the Chikaming Township Fire Department, New Buffalo Township Sheriff’s Department, Pokagon Tribal Police and New Buffalo City Police. — PHOTOS PROVIDED BY KRISTIN FATOUROS

Library seamstresses make daycare donation

he women of New Buffalo Township Library’s weekly group, Stitches, Needles and Threads, made 11 baby quilts that were donated to We Play and Learn Daycare Wednesday, July 10. The quilts were handed over to the daycare owner, Kristin Putzke, at the daycare (located inside Water’s Edge United Methodist Church in New Buffalo). According to Courtney Kliss, assistant to the library director, the seamstresses put a lot of time and their own money for the costly quilting supplies into the project. The group meets once a week every Wednesday, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the library Pokagon Room. The group is open to all needlecrafts and small crafts, including sewing, crocheting, knitting, embroidery, quilting, and scrapbooking. No sign ups are required. Participants are required to bring all of their own equipment (including sewing machines), as there will be no materials provided. No experience is required, as the seamstresses are ready to teach any newcomers. For questions, call 269-469-2933 or email nbtlstaff@gmail.com. The library is located at 33 N. Thompson St. in New Buffalo. — COMPILED BY FRANCESCA SAGALA, PHOTOS BY COURTNEY KLISS

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Harbor Country Hikers head to Indiana Dunes July 28

With an emphasis on hiking with a physically disabled partner, Harbor Country Hikers will explore Glenwood Dunes Trail near Beverly Shores, Ind., on Sunday, July 28, beginning at 1 p.m. In a 20-minute presentation, Jim Dolph, known as “One Week at a Time,” a hiker with much of the Appalachian Trail under his belt, will share his trail experiences after an industrial accident took both of his legs. On

the paved trail, he will demonstrate how difficult it can be to maneuver trails most consider easy and focus on hiking with a physically-disabled partner. The accessible resources and trails offered at Glenwood Dunes will be discussed by Kimberly Swift, chief of environmental education for Indiana Dunes National Park. Swift will demonstrate a Freedom Trax wheelchair assistive device that can be used to

New Buffalo Township approves purchase price for new fire station

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ew Buffalo Township is one step closer to having a brand-new fire station. At their Monday, July 15, meeting, board members approved the purchase price of $346,250 for property on U.S. Highway 12 that’s being considered for the township’s new fire station as well as to authorize Michelle Heit, township supervisor, to sign all needed documents and approve the payment made on the final amount at the property’s closing. Heit explained that the price on the property has changed since an investigative environmental study has been done on the property. She said that there’s still some cleanup on the property. “Now we need to figure out the fire station,” she said. Board members agreed to enter into a purchase agreement for the property at a special Feb. 7 meeting contingent upon a boundary stake survey, Phase 1 Environmental Audit, inspection reports, Department of Environmental Quality permits, perc test, wetlands assessment, and soil borings. Board members approved the 12th and final payment of 11,823.75 to Payjay Inc. for the Michigan Shores Water Project. Zabicki said the project is completed and there’s a one-year warranty on it. Board members approved purchasing $1 million of business cyber protection for the township for an annual $999 fee, with a $1,000 deductible. The plan will be an addition to the township’s current insurance to protect the township against cyber-crime. Township clerk Judith Zabicki said she received a quote from the township’s insurance company. The rider will automatically go into place every year unless the township changes it. Zabicki said that not only are larger cities such as Atlanta getting hacked but smaller communities as well. “We’re small and our computer stuff is small but we deal with millions,” she said. Amendments to the township’s fireworks ordinance, which will keep it in line with the state’s new law, was approved. In the past, it’s been legal every day to shoot off fireworks in the township. Board members amended the ordinance to limit the days that it’s legal, which are Dec. 31, Jan. 1, June 29-30, July 1-4, and the Saturday and Sunday preceding Labor Day and Memorial Day. Fines can be upwards from $500 to $1,000. Board members adopted a resolution to adopt the New Buffalo Township Limited English Proficiency Plan. Heit explained that the township needed to have the plan in place to receive the funds from the United States Department of Agriculture grant in the amount of $35,000 that the township received for the Exit 1 area. Board members approved writing a grant for $3800 that would be half municipal funds and half discretionary funds to send sending Heit to the Accelerated Leadership Program. Zabicki explained that the program was created by Kinexus and Michigan’s Great Southwest Strategic Leadership Council to bring more people to the area and build more partnerships as well as local leaders. Township parks director Pat Donnelly is finishing up the program. Electrical quotes for water/fire department building on Clay Street for $537.72, $1,113.73, and $2,296 from Wolverine Electrical Contracting were approved. Work on the Clay Street building will include exterior lights above the garage doors ceiling fans and garage and lights for the flag pole and new sign. The appointment of Ron Farina to fill the vacancy in the Corridor Improvement Authority for a term ending Dec. 31, 2020, was approved. An outdoor assembly permit was approved for U.S. 12 Speed and Custom’s annual Full Throttle Throwdown Car Show, which is taking place this Saturday, July 20.

maneuver over different and uneven surfaces that normal wheelchairs cannot traverse. The speakers will then lead the group on a more rugged hike through ancient dune ridges that were created more than 12,000 years ago when Lake Michigan was about 60 feed higher. The lake’s recession left a rich diversity of plant life. Hikers should bring water and insect repellent and wear sturdy shoes or mud boots.

The trail is at 1574 N. 300 E, Chesterton, Ind., just south of U.S. 12 on North 300 E/Kemil Rd. Harbor Country Hikers events are open to all and children are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Membership ($20 for individuals or $30 for families) is encouraged. For weather cancellations, further information about HCH or to request a membership form, visit harborcountryhikers.com. — STAFF REPORTS

BERRIEN COUNTRY YOUTH FAIR TO PRESENT HOME EC CLINIC

hose who are interested in entering a Berrien County Youth Fair Home Ec exhibit can learn the do’s and don’ts and tips and tidbits from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 18, at the Berrien County Youth Fair Youth Memorial Building. This clinic is open to Berrien County youth ages 5 – 20 (as of Jan. 1, 2019) and their families. Topics of the evening will include baking, cake decorating, candy making, canning, knitting, crocheting, sewing, table setting, and basic entry day information. Exhibitors are welcome to bring a project or idea for review and feedback. Questions can be addressed by contacting the Fair office at 269-473-4251. Berrien County Youth Fair dates are Monday through Saturday, Aug. 12-17, with the theme “Country Nights and Carnival Lights.” — STAFF REPORTS

EVERY DAY IS ‘RIDES WRISTBAND DAY’ AT BERRIEN COUNTY YOUTH FAIR

nce again, Berrien County Youth Fair (BCYF) Executive Director Karen Klug said that “everyday will be ‘Rides Wristband Day’” at next month’s annual fair. 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 added 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 until Aug. 9, when 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,” said Klug. Wristband vouchers are available at the following Honor Credit Union locations: Benton Harbor, Berrien Springs, Buchanan, Coloma, Decatur, Dowagiac, Oshtemo, Niles, Paw Paw, St. Joseph and Stevensville, as well as the BCYF office for a limited time. Riders will receive a wristband voucher to be used on any one day during the Fair. The vouchers are exchanged for a wristband at the Fair in the rides area. The minimum height requirement for all rides is 36 feet. Some rides may have additional height restrictions. The wristband voucher sale ends Aug. 9. Fair dates are Monday through Saturday, Aug. 12-17. The Fair’s theme this year is “Country Nights and Carnival Lights.” For more information, please contact the Fair office at 269473-4251. — STAFF REPORTS

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PUBLIC NOTICES ATTENTION CHIKAMING RESIDENTS AND FANS OF THE PARKS, BEACHES AND PRESERVES The Chikaming Township Park Board would like your input. We are updating our MASTER PARK PLAN and would like your ideas and opinions. We have created an online survey at Survey Monkey that can be accessed through a link at the Park Board’s web site at https://www.chikamingtownship.org/ Parks tab. If you prefer, you can also complete a paper copy of the survey at the Chikaming Township Center at 13535 Red Arrow Highway in Harbert. Thank you for your support in making Chikaming an even better place to live and recreate. NOTICE POSTED – 6/28/19 BY THE CHIKAMING TOWNSHIP PARK BOARD

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va Jean Penley, 74, of Baroda, died peacefully July 4, 2019, in Hanson Hospice Center. Iva was born December 16, 1944 in Blytheville, Arkansas, the fourth daughter to Carl and Margie Denton. She married Jerry Wayne Penley August 11, 1963. After forty eight years and eleven days of marriage, he preceded her in death August 22, 2005. Iva will be remembered as a devoted and loving mother and grandmother. She was a long time member of First Apostolic Church of Bridgman. Iva always put God first. She will be greatly missed and never forgotten by family and friends. Iva is survived by two daughters, Tammy (Darren) Hellenga of Three Oaks, Donna Lomoro of Baroda; two sons, Terry Penley of Baroda, Kenneth Penley of Baroda; twelve grandchildren, Heather, Christopher, Corey, Stephanie, Jessica, Chelsy, Ryne, Grady, Jacob, Tabitha, Jared, Jordon; eight great grandchildren; one sister, Georgetta of Watervliet; and a host of nieces and nephews. Along with her parents and husband, Iva was preceded in death by three sisters, Carleta, Wanda, and Joanne. Family and friends gathered 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 noon Thursday July 11, 2019 in Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks. A graveside service followed in Ruggles Cemetery, 8350 Stevensville Baroda Road, Baroda, with Pastor David Coban officiating. Arrangements have been entrusted to Pobocik Chapel Wagner Family Funerals, Three Oaks. Please share a memory or message online at www.wagnercares.com.

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HOROSCOPE JULY 18-24, 2019

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 It may be difficult for you to express your feelings with others this week. There are certain things you may not be ready to share or may worry if you do, they will be met with judgment. More than likely you are being overly critical. But it’s a good idea to separate business and pleasure for now.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 Your work environment will feel much happier and more productive this week. There will be a softening with management and because of this moral will be restored amongst the troops. On the home-front, it may be time to have a serious one to one with a partner. This too will improve.

TAURUS APRIL 20—MAY 20 Conversations with neighbors or old school chums will bring a lot of happiness and fond memories now. If you have painful memories, now is the time to get to the root of it and heal it. This is a powerful opportunity for change and reversals that free you in some way.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 You’ll be in one of those do everything modes. Which will make it hard to delegate duties. Don’t spread yourself too thin here. Let other people do their part. Once you tell them what you need to be done, trust them to get it done. Take a break and let others pitch on now.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 There is a need to get things accomplished or do your part in a collaborative project. The problem is, it may not be clear on who is paying for what or what the true intentions of the project are. Be sure to get money upfront before buying materials. Be cautious with money.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 There are things you would like to take care of for family members this week but there seems to be a stalemate that keeps you from proceeding. It’s not a financial issue but more of a standoff between what each one of you envisions and perhaps, a clash of personalities.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 It may be hard to focus on work this week because you will feel very much like taking the day off and relaxing on the beach or under a shade tree. There is a lot of energy focused on your sign now and you may need to step back from work and soak up the cosmic vibes.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 You will be feeling quite nostalgic this week and may look back on previous relationships with regret or longing. Rather than letting it get you down, use this feeling to motivate you to make the most of your current relationship. If single, use it to get out and meet someone new.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 There is a very dreamy romantic vibe around you this week. The problem is, you would prefer to be alone with your thoughts. Generally, you’re not overly empathic but this week your senses will be heightened and you will easily be blocked by any negative vibes.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 You will experience some considerable restlessness this week, which will help you tie up some loose ends on projects at work. There is an opportunity to expand and reach a larger audience later this year but for now, stay focused on the job at hand and make that money!

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 You will be seeing a lot of old friends and people you went to school with this week. Use this opportunity to make amends and possibly reconnect and rekindle that friendship. The type of fun you have now may not be that different from what it was back in the day but at least it’s legal now.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 There is a very spunky, spontaneous vibe coming at you this week. Now is the time to make the most of the long summer days. Put in your eight hours and then hit the beach. If you can, start work early so you’ll have more time for picnicking and watching the sunset.

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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.

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STORY TIME AT THREE OAKS LIBRARY 10:30AM. www.threeoaks.michlibrary.org. KNITTING AT THE DELI 2-4PM. David’s Deli. All are welcome.

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6:30-9:30PM. Elsie Earl Studios. 200 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo. www.elsieearlstudios.com. The night will feature local and area literary performance and visual artists sharing their unique talents before an audience. Coffee, tea, and snacks will be provided. The cost is $5.

EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY

SKIP’S OPEN-AIR EUROPEAN FARMERS MARKET 9AM-3PM. 16710 Lake Shore Rd. New Buffalo. Featuring a wide array of food, crafts, produce and other items from local vendors.

EVERY SATURDAY

MUSIC IN THE PARK 7-9PM. New Buffalo Township Park. 17425 Red Arrow Hwy. New Buffalo. Listen to a live band every week and enjoy food from a local dining establishment.

EVERY THURSDAY

NEW BUFFALO FARMERS MARKET 4-8PM. N Whittaker Street. New Buffalo. The market features local goods from farmers/growers, businesses and local artisans. TRIVIA NIGHT AT DOOLEY’S 7-9PM. 310 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo. 269-469-2247. www.dooleyslakehouse. com.

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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 & SATURDAY LIVE MUSIC AT NIGHT AT DOOLEY’S 8PM. Dooley’s Lake House Pub.

EVERY SECOND FRIDAY OF THE MONTH GENIUS NIGHT AND OPEN MIC

YOGA AT THE PARK 9AM. New Buffalo Township. THREE OAKS FARMERS MARKET 9AM-3PM. Carver Park. Three Oaks. The market takes place every Saturday, and features produce, flowers, jewelry, plants, crafts, eggs with music.

THROUGH SUNDAY, AUGUST 4 18 ARTISTS OPENING Elsie Earl Studios. 200 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo. www.elsieearlstudios.com. NW Indiana & Chicago artists on Sunday, July 7, 1-4PM. Oil, watercolor, & acrylic paintings, photography, and sculpture.

THURSDAY, JULY 18

SINGER/SONGWRITER COMPETITION FINALS 8PM. Acorn Theater. Featuring the top 10 finalists chosen from a pool of submissions. Tickets are $10 each.

SATURDAY, JULY 20

8TH ANNUAL FULL THROTTLE THROWDOWN 9AM-6PM. US 12 Speed & Custom. 19015 US Hwy 12. New Buffalo. 269-231-5234. The event will feature hot cars, bikes and pin up models, live entertainment, beer garden and food vendors, pedal car race for the kids and a jet car demo By Chicago’s Best Hot Blade Dragster. Free to spectators and $10 for car entries. AMERICAN MUSIC FESTIVAL 11AM-4PM. Spring Creek Stage at Dewey Cannon Park. Three Oaks.

The School of American Music (SAM) is presenting its first-ever, free American Music Festival. Six groups comprised of more than 30 musicians will perform at the Festival. ROTARY CLUB OF HARBOR COUNTRY PIG ROAST 6-9PM. 269-336-9620. A great night of food and music. Food by New Buffalo Bill’s (winner of last year’s rib fest) and Classic Catering, a cash bar, and homemade pies. Tickets are $30 each. Presale tickets only. No ticket sales at gate.

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CIVIL WAR DAYS IN THREE OAKS Dewey Cannon Park, Three Oaks. www. civilwardaysthreeoaks.jimdo.com. 1-5PM Friday Kids Camp. 10AM Saturday and Sunday festivities begin.

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15TH ANNUAL ART, WINE AND MUSIC FESTIVAL AT DOMAINE BERRIEN CELLARS 11AM-7PM. Domaine Berrien Cellars. 398 E Lemon Creek Rd. Berrien Springs. 269473-9463. www.domaineberrien.com. The free event is a celebration of local art, great wine, and live music in southwest Michigan. COCKTAILS AT THE GRAND COTTAGE 5-9PM. New Buffalo. 219-872-4499. www. michianahumanesociety.org. Michiana Humane Society benefit. Enjoy light hors ’doeuvres, an open bar, a raffle drawing, and a silent and live auction in a lakefront setting. Tickets are $125 per person. Reservations required. GATSBY AT THE GARDENS 6-9PM CT. Friendship Botanic Gardens. 2055 E US Hwy. 12. Michigan City. 219-878-9885. www.friendshipgardens.org. Advanced tickets are $45 each and $55 day of the event.

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