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Chicago Cubs Win the World Series PAGE 3

NBHS students battle it out in She Kills Monsters PAGE 11

Acorn Theater presents the wonderful Wizard of Oz PAGE 12 Beer Church soon ready to pour draft brews PAGE 13

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By the time you see this publisher’s letter, the election will be over, and you can read all about it on page 6 (just in case you haven’t gotten enough of it already). OR, if you are like me, you can run away, escape and celebrate the fact that it is all over - no more campaign ads on TV or in the newspapers. Some are celebrating; others are unhappy. Either way, I have a suggestion: Head on out to Harbor Country wine country, where you will forget there was even an election going on. The colors are turning to rust, with spots of green and yellow mixed in. It’s still a beautiful time to see Mother Nature prepare her winter wardrobe. With it being harvest time, there is no better time to take a one-day vacation and explore the countryside. That is what Juli Westergren and I did last Thursday. I had heard a lot of great things about Dablon Winery; however, I had not been there on my many tours of wine country. What a treat! Everything I have heard about Dablon is true, it is beautiful. The grand fireplace surrounded by windows immediately transported me to a fall wonderland. Treat yourself to a special day and head out to the countryside - you deserve it!

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NEWS AND EVENTS FROM THE NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIP LIBRARY It was as though we had just wandered over the rainbow! In fact, the whole weekend was like being in a dream. My friend Dorothy and her dog, Toto, ended up in Three Oaks while they were looking for the Emerald City and the great OZ. She had brought her friends along: A lion, a tin man and a scarecrow. What a performance at the Acorn Theater! Bravo to all the local actors for another great production. (Read about it on page 12 To top it off, Beachside Scoops was closing for the season and giving away free ice cream. I was working at the store when I heard about it but my friends Nora and Karen came to my rescue. They were so kind to run back down to Beachside Scoops for the third time to bring me back the best ice cream waffle cone ever (one for me and one for Lois Lane, but she had to share hers with Toto, aka Scruffy). Now I am counting the days until they reopen in the spring! We sure are lucky to live in Harbor Country…even though legend has it that there is a wicked witch living here. Not to worry, so does the brave lion, the scarecrow, the tin man and Dorothy with her darling Toto, aka Poppy. dee dee duhn

Cubs Win the World Series

he 108 year old curse is broken. The Chicago Cubs won the World Series on Wednesday night, Nov 2, in game seven, in extra innings, in Cleveland. Who could ask for a more exciting series from the loveable Chicago ball club? Although many fans were near exhaustion just waiting for the final out. The game looked to be going in favor of the Cubbies until it was suddenly all tied up, 6 to 6, in the eighth. At the bottom of the ninth, with the game still tied, it began to rain, the tarps came out and the players left the bull pen, heading to extra innings after the delay. That is when the magic started with a pick-me up speech from Right-fielder Jason Heyward who told his teammates, we came here to win game 114 of the season. Heyward said, “We’re the best team in baseball for a reason. Continue to play our game, support one another. These are your brothers here, fight for your brothers, lift them up, continue to stay positive. We’ve been doing this all year so continue to be us.” At the end of the short rain delay the team returned to the field to seal the Win. Did fate seal the score? 108 years, 1908, since the last championship and a final score in 10 innings was Cubs 8 to Indians 7. The epic parade, in Chicago, on Friday, set a record as the seventh largest event ever attended with an estimate 5 million fans lining the route from Wrigley Field, down Lake Shore Drive, down the Magnificent Mile and across the dyed-blue Chicago River to Grant Park. This was the largest event ever held in the United States. The celebration continues with the players appearing on T.V. programs and in venues through the city, including the Chicago Black Hawks game. In Harbor Country watering holes were jammed, and the Getaway Grille and Cubbie Bar in Bridgman was featured as, “ Michigan’s best World Series spot” by Michigan Live. Fly the “W” proudly Cubs fans. — LINDA HENDERSON

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SUSAN FREDMAN TO HOST RED ARROW REOPENING PARTY

oin Susan Fredman at Home as she celebrates the long awaited reopening of Red Arrow Highway Friday, Nov. 18, from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy wine, light bites and great conversation with your friends and fellow Harbor Country neighbors at the Gallery, which is located at 15998 Red Arrow Highway in Union Pier. For information about the allery, visit www. fredmandesigngroup.com.— STAFF REPORTS

JOURNEYMAN TO HOST ANNUAL AUTUMN ARTISAN MARKET

ourneyman Distillery will host their Autumn Artisan Market Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 19 and 20. Billed as being one of the biggest held at the distillery, the pop-up market brings together artists, artisans and makers. Guests are invited to browse a varied selection of unique goods, from clothing to jewelry to home decor to food, while enjoying craft cocktails and spirits. This year’s market will be held in the rustic upstairs event space, Warren Hall. The market will be from 10:30 a.m. until 7 p.m. on Saturday and from 10:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. on Sunday. Journeyman Distillery is located at 109 Generations Drive in Three Oaks. — STAFF REPORTS

Model, Actress, Playboy Playmate of the Year 1998, Three Oaks, Michigan’s Karen McDougal was reported by Bloomberg News this weekend that she allegedly dated Presidential Candidate, Billionaire, New York City Real Estate Magnate, Donald Trump in 2006 and that the relationship may have extended into 2007.

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Community involvement encouraged at Master Plan workshop

BY FRANCESCA SAGALA IN NEW BUFFALO

Protect Turtle Creek Campaign seeking business sponsors

o help the City of New Buffalo reach the finish line in terms of officially adopting a Master Plan, the Planning Commission hosted a community workshop at the New Buffalo Jr./Sr. High School cafeteria Monday, Nov. 7. John Houseal, the owner and founder of professional consulting firm Houseal Lavigne Associates (HLA), which is helping the Planning Commission with the Plan, directed the workshop. As explained by Houseal, the City has been holding a few workshops and community outreach events to gather information to determine the most important issues and priorities that community members have with regards to the future of New Buffalo. Among these events were a workshop for business owners and operators in New Buffalo and another one for residents, both of which were held in July 2015. In addition to the physical outreach, Houseal added that they’ve tried to gain feedback through the Internet as well, as 170 people filled out an online questionnaire survey and 20 business owners and operators submitted an online questionnaire as well. Houseal explained that the Planning Commission members have taken all this feedback and formed a “framework” for the Draft Master Plan, which has been available for viewing on the City’s website, www.cityofnewbuffalo.org, since January. Currently, the Commission John Houseal, the owner is reviewing this draft Plan, gaining and founder of professional further feedback from various City consulting firm Houseal boards, such as the Downtown Lavigne Associates (HLA), Development Authority and the which is helping the Planning Harbor Commission and holding Commission with the Plan, Commission workshops. The point of directed the workshop. As that night’s workshop, he said, was to give residents who didn’t have a chance explained by Houseal, the City has been holding a few at a previous workshop to express their workshops and community opinion on the Plan in a forum. outreach events to gather “The workshop this evening is going information to determine the to be for this group to identify the most important issues and issues, the opportunities, the priorities priorities that community and what they think is best about New members have with regards Buffalo,” he said. to the future of New Buffalo. Houseal briefly reiterated what a Among these events were a Master Plan is: A “long range plan for workshop for business owners a community” that governs “land use, and operators in New Buffalo transportation, community facilities and another one for residents, and other things communities choose both of which were held in to address.” July 2015. In addition to the Participants were given a sheet physical outreach, Houseal of paper, which contained a list of added that they’ve tried questions. For the first question, they to gain feedback through were asked to identify five important issues that were currently confronting the Internet as well, as 170 people filled out an online New Buffalo. Together, community questionnaire survey and members listed 49 issues, which were 20 business owners and copied onto large sheets of paper operators submitted an online facing the audience. Issues included questionnaire as well. in the list were: walkability, parking in the downtown, the need for more housing choices, improving the lakefront, the Master Plan implementation, infrastructure, protecting the community’s history, the need to attract more businesses/jobs to the area, diversifying the seasonal economy and improved bike routes. Participants were then asked to rank the top three most important issues out of all the ones that were listed. “Infrastructure” garnered the most votes for being the most important issue that was discussed at the workshop, with revitalizing the City’s downtown and implementing the Master Plan coming in at a close second and third. Next, participants were asked what specific projects/actions they’d like to see undertaken in New Buffalo. Projects ranged from building a parking center, complete with restrooms, off New Buffalo’s main street to building a pedestrian bridge over the Galien River to having a community pool and center. In addition to improvements, community members were also encouraged to identify New Buffalo’s greatest strengths. Residents listed the City’s historical aspects, the restaurants, its natural features and the New Buffalo Area Schools system as being some of New Buffalo’s strongest assets. Houseal explained that Commission members would be taking all the feedback from that night’s workshop, as well as the different comments “streaming in” from the City’s various boards, and revising the draft Plan “accordingly” and ensuring that it was prepared for adoption. “We just want to make sure we get it right,” he said.

To help preserve a valuable woodland in New Buffalo, Chikaming Open Lands is asking local businesses for their help. Recently, the local land conservancy announced that it has signed a purchase agreement to acquire a 12-acre portion of woods and wetland located on Lubke road along Turtle Creek and Lighthouse Creek in New Buffalo. Once COL has acquired the land, it will be permanently protected as natural open space, as well as designated as a nature preserve. The land will be used to educate elementary school students about the natural world as well as by area residents for hiking, bird-watching and other recreational activities. A creation of a trail system is also in the works. According to COL Development and Marketing Manager Jen Thompson, the goal is for COL to raise $90,000, which includes money to not only acquire the property but to maintain it through trail improvements and educational signage. While she said that they’ve now raised enough funds to acquire the land, money is still needed for its maintenance. To help them raise these remaining funds, Thompson said they are asking businesses to consider becoming a sponsor for the project. With a gift of $250, businesses will receive: • A listing in the Annual Report, distributed to more than 500 member households in southwest Berrien County and the Chicago area. • Business name and logo recognition on the Turtle Creek Preserve page of their website and on Facebook. • Business name and logo recognition at the official Preserve Dedication in Summer 2017. With a gift of $500, businesses will receive: • All the benefits listed at the $250 level plus business name and logo recognition on an informational trail sign at the Preserve. With a gift of $1,000 or more, businesses will receive: • All the benefits listed at the $250 level plus prominent business name and logo recognition in the trailhead informational kiosk at the entrance of the Preserve. For more information on the Protect Turtle Creek Campaign, visit www. chikamingopenlands.org/protect-turtlecreek. Chikaming Open Lands is a nonprofit conservation organization that works with landowners in the Galien River watershed and southwest Berrien County to preserve open space. Founded in 1999, COL currently holds 29 conservation easements and owns 10 nature preserves totaling 1,635 acres. — STAFF REPORTS

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DONALD TRUMP DEFEATS HILLARY CLINTON IN PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION CITY OF NEW BUFFALO MAYOR Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;DONNELL WINS RECALL CHIKAMING, NEW BUFFALO TOWNSHIPS ELECT NEW SUPERVISORS SCOTT DEFEATS VAVRA IN COUNTY COMMISSIONER RACE

n Tuesday, November 8, 2016, the polls were bustling and in some cases there were long lines at the polls throughout Harbor County as anxious voters cast their ballots for the Presidential election as well as local elections.

Increased voter registration, mild weather and absentee voting made for a larger than normal voter turn-out. Although rain threatened and winds picked up as the day went on, the temperatures were in the 50 degree range. In addition to the National Presidential elections there were state, county and local elections in all of the local municipalities; City of New Buffalo, New Buffalo Township and the Village of Grand Beach, Chikaming Township, Three

Oaks Township and the Villages of Three Oaks and Michiana. The local elections were held to fill seats on the municipal boards, school boards, park boards, library boards and councils and to vote on referendum proposals. There were a high number of absentee voters throughout the municipalities, which meant counting the ballots took longer and the candidates and their supporters were kept anxiously awaiting for the local results. CONTINUED ON PAGE 6

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he City of New Buffalo has registered 1,727 voters; 959 cast their ballots,there were 222 absentee ballots cast. The City of New Buffalo election saw a highly competitive field of ten candidates running for three City Council seats and two candidates competing in a recall election. Despite lengthy and strongly contested campaigns, the incumbents prevailed at the polls and returned to office. The voters also voted in favor of the $4 million dollar bond referendum proposal and the Lake Michigan College 0.48 millage request. Running on the City of New Buffalo ballot were ten candidates for three open council seats with expirations in November 2019. In addition, Ray Kirkus ran against Mayor Lou O’Donnell IV in a recall election; that seat expires in November 2018. The city voters also cast their ballots on the proposed $4 million dollar bond referendum and on the Lake Michigan College 0.48 millage request. In the recall election, Mayor Lou O’Donnell IV received 475 votes, defeating Ray Kirkus who received 331 votes. The voters elected three City Council members: Elizabeth Ennis, Mark Kroll and Robert Spirito. Ennis received 404 votes, incumbent councilman Kroll received 363 votes and Spirito received 345 votes to fill the three council seats. Also running were: Ray Lawson – 254 votes, Diana Nichols – 237 votes, John Sayne – 185 votes, Jeanette Kirkus – 155 votes, Lea Grzywacz – 123 votes, Kevin Huber – 107 votes and Si Osiri – 74 votes. The voters approved the following bond referendum by a vote of 594 to 317 votes: “CITY OF NEW BUFFALO BOND PROPOSAL Shall the City of New Buffalo, County of Berrien, Michigan, borrow the principal sum of not to exceed Four Million Dollars ($4,000,000) payable in not to exceed fifteen (15) years from the date of issue, and issue its limited tax general obligation bonds, in one or more series, for the purpose of paying all or part of the cost of the planning, engineering, design and construction of municipal infrastructure improvements, including, but not limited to, improvements to the water distribution system, sanitary and storm sewer facilities, streets, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, public parking facilities, public restroom facilities, and the fire station parking lot; a bridge over the Galien

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River; and the relocation of overhead power and communications facilities, together with all appurtenances and attachments thereto.” The City of New Buffalo voters approved the 0.48 millage request for Lake Michigan College by a narrow margin of 414 votes to 407 votes. New Buffalo Township has 2,095 registered voters and 1,032 cast their ballots (including absentee ballots). In New Buffalo Township, the voters elected former trustee Michelle Heit to be their new Township Supervisor. She defeated former Supervisor Rose Dudiak, who ran as a writein candidate. Heit received 796 votes, Dudiak received 159 write-in votes. For the New Buffalo Township Board positions, the following were elected: Incumbent Treasurer Jack Rogers (D) defeated write-in candidate Barbara Anderson by a margin of 731 to Anderson’s 205 write-in votes. For the Clerk position, Judith Handley Zabicki (D) defeated incumbent Paul D. Oselka (R) by a margin of 681 to Oselka’s 578 votes.

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f The open two trustee positions were won by Patricia Iazzetto (R) who received 759 votes and w incumbent Pete Rahm who received 653 votes. r Shannon Shawver (D) received 600 votes. C In the Village of Grand Beach, two unopposed councilmen were re-elected. Jim Bracewell received O 120 votes and Blake O’Halloran received 120 votes. New Buffalo Area School Board had three open positions. Elected to the NBAS board are: Chuck f u Heit, Heather Black and Lisa J. Werner. Heit retained his seat on the board with 1,197 votes. Werner received 964 votes to retain her seat and t Black garnered 856 votes. Candidate Joyce Lantz r v received 830 votes and Lisa Tertel received 618 c votes. All of the six candidates running won their bid v v for seats on the New Buffalo Township Library Board, which had six open seats. Those are: o Becky Borglin - 708 votes; Kathie Butler - 679 votes; Paul Ciccarelli – 583 votes ; Mary Stewart v McPherson - 571 votes; Albin Sikora – 539 votes C A and Sandra Sporleder – 564 votes.

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Residents voting the morning of November 8 at New Buffalo Township

The voters in Chikaming Township also cast ballots for River Valley School Board (2,476 voters) and New Buffalo Area School Board (214 voters). In Chikaming Township, challenger David Bunte defeated incumbent Township Supervisor Wayne Warner. Bunte received 917 votes, Warner received 662 votes. Running unopposed were incumbents: Clerk Paula Dudiak received 1222 votes; Treasurer Liz Rettig received 1145 votes; Trustee William Marske received 1089 votes and Trustee Rich Sullivan received 990 votes. For Chikaming Park Board, seven seats were open with nine candidates running. The following were elected: Joseph Reed – 814 votes, Janet Schrader - 938 votes, Kathy Sellers – 827 votes and Shelly Taylor – 836 votes. As of press time, writein candidates Deborah Hall, Enrico Heirman and Jill Underhill were declared “unofficial winners” of the remaining three seats, with the official results to be confirmed by the county. The voters approved the 0.48 millage request for Lake Michigan College by a vote of 938 to 697. Three Oaks Township elected candidates who were all unopposed: Supervisor George Mangold received 923 votes. Incumbents: Clerk Elizabeth Cummings - 910 votes; Treasurer Kathleen Osburn - 916 votes; and Trustees Rexalee Gordon - 753 votes and Christian P. Mitchell - 726 votes. The Village of Three Oaks cast their ballots for incumbent President David Grosse, who ran unopposed, he received 485 votes. For The Village of Three Oaks Council, with three open seats: Incumbent Cheryl Capiak received 343 votes, Johnny Pappa received 257 votes and Troy Zebell received 330 votes versus challengers, Dustin Blaszczyk who received 220 votes and Brendan Wagner, who eceived 188 votes. River Valley School Board had two positions open: Incumbent Michael Ehlert received 1688 votes and Cheryl Capiak received 1649 votes. Jon Cory German received 1216 votes while Jennifer Alderink received 1218 votes.

The Village of Michiana elected three councilpersons: Timothy R. Iverson, Michael R. Mintz and Don Zion. The voters approved an Emergency Millage by a vote of 72 votes to 40 votes. The millage approved is: “EMERGENCY SERVICES MILLAGE FOR POLICE, FIRE & AMBULANCE SERVICE” “In support of the continued operation of the Village of Michiana, Berrien County, Michigan, Police, Fire & Ambulance service and continued operating expenses for Emergency Services including Police, Fire & Ambulance service, shall the Village levy 1 (one) mill which is equal to $1.00 (one dollar) for each $1,000.00 (one thousand dollars) of real and personal property subject to taxation. Said millage will be used for emergency services equipment and general operating expenses for emergency services. Said millage, if approved by the electors of the Village of Michiana, will be levied for a period of 5 (five) years, starting in 2017 and ending in 2021. It is estimated that the levy will generate approximately $70,000 in the first year.”

n Berrien County, Challenger Ezra Scott (R) defeated Incumbent County Commissioner 9th District Andy Vavra (D) by a vote of 3384 to 2993. Sheriff Paul Bailey won with 48,586 votes, defeating

challenger Rick Briand who received 9,164 votes. Both U.S. Congressman Fred Upton and 78th District State Representative Dave Pagel were reelected. Republican Fred Upton received 24,511 votes to Democrat Paul Clements’ 11,917 votes and Libertarian Lorence Wenke’s 1,698 votes. 78th District State Representative Republican Pagel received 9,098 votes in defeating Democrat Dean E. Hill who received 4,564 votes. Countywide, voters approved the 0.48 millage request for Lake Michigan College with 34,591 votes to 34,082 votes: “CAPITAL MILLAGE PROPOSAL Shall the charter tax rate limitation, previously approved by the electors of Lake Michigan College District, Michigan, for levy on all real and personal property within said District, be increased by .48 mill ($0.48 per $1,000 of taxable valuation) for a period of 10 years (2017 to 2026, inclusive), for the purpose of safety and security improvements, energy efficiency upgrades, renovation of instructional spaces, instructional technology upgrades, and other capital improvements, which if approved, is expected to raise approximately $4,364,000 in the first year (2017) of such a levy.” The final victor in the National Presidential election was Donald J. Trump. In Berrien County, with 40 of 77 precincts reporting, the Presidential race was won by Republican candidate Trump, who received 21,872 votes, Democratic candidate Hillary Clinton received 14,369 votes. Libertarian Gary Johnson received 1610, U.S. Taxpayer Darrell L. Castle received 156, Green Party Jill Stein received 386, Natural Law Emidio Mimi Soltysik received 14. For further countywide election results visit www.berriencounty.org, go to Clerk’s office, choose elections on left side of screen.

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hat a week. What a fabulous, glorious, beautiful, unbelievably wonderful week. In order not to know that the Cubs won the World Series, one would have had to be hiding under a rock. Yes my friends, after 108 years, the Chicago Cubs are champions of the baseball world. The Cubs are no longer the lovable losers. Goats no longer reside in Chicago (hopefully, they haven’t moved to Cleveland). The curse has been broken. For sixty nine years, I have believed that life was all about the journey. But after last week, I have come to understand that the destination is all that it’s cracked up to be. On Tuesday, game six was all Cubs as they belted out 13 hits on their way to a 9-3 victory to even the series at three games each and force a game seven. The city was buzzing Wednesday as the final and deciding game approached. My neighbor Bill, my old friend Dom, Amy and I took off toward the ballpark to find a seat and be close to the action if the Cubs emerged victorious. The first two places were completely occupied a full five hours before game time. Our third stop proved to be the charm. All of the tables were full, but we were lucky enough to find four seats at the bar. We sat down and witnessed a game for the ages. The Cubs scored early and often, but the Indians kept fighting back. The Cubs led by two in the eighth inning when the unimaginable happened. Rajai Davis hit a two run homer to tie the game. My head and my spirit dropped precipitously. I must admit that I began to question whether or not the Cubs were ever going to win the World Series. After the ninth inning ended with the score tied at six, there seemed to come a divine intervention. The game was delayed for 17 minutes as the skies briefly opened up. This delay gave the Cubs players a chance to hold a meeting and remind themselves that they were the best team. Fans also got a chance to reassess the situation and when the game resumed, everyone was optimistic again. The Cubs scored twice in the tenth inning and held off the Indians to win their first championship in 108 years. The players, the fans, and the city rejoiced. We walked all over Wrigleyville after the game with thousands and thousands of fellow Cub fans, hugging and giving high fives to our fellow revelers. Pure joy filled the air and everyone was on their best behavior. It almost seemed like a dream, but it wasn’t. We got home and sat on our porch until four in the morning reliving the night with the many people who walked by. The Cubs were finally champions and we didn’t want the night to end. The celebration continued Thursday, and as it turned out, everyone was just warming up. We went down to Wrigley Field Friday morning, a couple of hours before the parade was scheduled to start and were amazed by the number of people who were already there. School was off and many adults called in sick, so the crowd was very family oriented in our area. Cub fans from nine to 90 sang and cheered as the parade passed us by. We grabbed a bite to eat and headed home to watch the rally in Grant Park. The number of people was unbelievable. Later, the crowd was estimated at five million, the largest gathering of people to witness an event in the history of the United States. My favorite line from the rally was delivered by Tom Ricketts when he asked the crowd how long it had been since the Cubs won the World Series. The crowd shouted 108 years and he said no....zero years. The celebration continued, as Rizzo, Ross, and Fowler joined Bill Murray and sang " Go Cubs Go" on Saturday Night Live. Zobrist, Russell, and Baez were at Disneyland, while Bryant was scheduled to be on Jimmy Kimmel Monday night and Rizzo, Fowler, and Zobrist joined Jimmy Fallon on the Tonight Show. I’m very confident the celebrating will continue for a long, long time. Go Cubbies ! Emily Dickinson said, “Whenever a thing is done for the first time, it releases a little demon.” I wonder if Emily was a Cub fan. Talk to you next week. Peace, love, and happiness.

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he weather was perfect, the homes were extraordinary and the attending crowds were very happy at the Michiana Humane Society’s 13th annual Home Tour Saturday, Nov. 5. Six of Harbor Country’s finest country homes were on display in a highly organized tour: The Singer House, the Golden House and the “About Time” home, all in New Buffalo; the Queens Landing home in Union Pier and the Beatle House and “The Shed” in Lakeside. A Wrap Up party was held at Judith Racht Gallery, where everyone was treated to a variety of cocktails and wine and a good time was had by all. The Society was especially grateful for the efforts of Marie Huthwaite, Humane Society Director of Marketing, whose talents made much of the planning and details of the Phyllis Mara and Judith Racht tour successful. Committee members included Chairman Keek Beilby, Joanne Abele, Bonnie Benson, Beth Doherty, Debbie Goldenthal, Paula Hook, Gail Lowrie and Lawrence von Ebeler. According to Executive Director Johanna Humbert, it was the “greatest team for this event that we’ve ever had,” with Board President Eileen Kochanny adding that they were “learning how to do this tour after 13 years.”

“Because Love” exhibit draws serious crowd PHOTOS AND WORDS BY LAWRENCE VON EBELER

ellie Pickard’s opening night for her homage to her sister was more than she had hoped for Saturday, Nov. 5. The immediate free world seemed to want to show their respect and interest in this budding artist with her raw, emotional work in what she calls her own “Abstract Representational” style. Pickard’s sister, Kristee, for whom she cared for her in her last four years of her life, passed away from cancer. The loss nearly destroyed Pickard’s life until she found new meaning again through painting. It became a natural outlet for all of her emotions and a means to express herself in a way that she found she desperately needed to in grieving for her lost sister. The touching exhibit was hosted by Mary Beth Brown at her Go Fish store in a space she especially designed to exhibit Pickard’s stirring collection. A chic but seriously artistic crowd came out to show respect to the remarkable collection, which Pickard simply called “Because Love, a tribute to my sister.” Go Fish is located at 5857 Sawyer Road in Sawyer Michigan. Hours of operation are Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Their phone number is (269) 405-1174. “Because Love” will be showing until Thanksgiving. Private showings are available for groups.

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udience members took a journey through the secret world of Tilly Evans in the New Buffalo High School production of She Kills Monsters (a play about life, death and bullying) at the Performing Arts Center Friday, Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 4, 5 and 6. After Tilly (who was portrayed by Jasmine D’Arcangelis) dies in tragic accident, her sister Agnes (who was portrayed by Libby Price) attempts to understand who she really was by reading through Tilly’s Dungeons and Dragons stories. Soon, she finds herself an actual player in the game, with her and Tilly teaming up and fighting against the BugBears as well as the evil cheerleaders who bullied Tilly throughout her living years. Also included in the 18-member cast were: Sam Thompson as Lillith, Bailey Ferrell as Kaliope, Miles (Michael Comer), Chuck (Kristen Althea McGreehan as Evil Kozel) and Agnes Evans (Libby Price) Tina, Annabelle Yanz as Evil Gabbi, Kristen Kozel as Dungeonmaster Chuck; Audrey LaRocco as Orcus, Jill Patel as Vera, Michael Comer as Miles, Lilly Baker-Cervantes as the Narrator, Daisy Fox as Farrah and Nancy Nallenweg as Stevie. The play was directed by Jacob Zapor, who teaches art at the high school.

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he cast of the Wizard of Oz Radio Play brought to life the vintage production in grand fashion on the stage of the Acorn Theater Saturday and Sunday, Nov. 5 and 6. Both performances left the audience feeling breathless, young at heart and in awe. The timeless characters were given new life by the performers, who instilled in them warmth, humor and, in some cases, fear. Soprano Martha Cares brought tears to one’s eyes in her final rendition of “Somewhere over the Rainbow” and kept the audience enthralled with her journey through corn fields and down the yellow brick road on her way to the Emerald City. Another opera performer, Robert Swan, made the audience quiver as he brought the Wicked Witch to life. Dennis O’Connor played the beloved dog, Toto, as well as the loveable, brainless scarecrow. Darren Stephens showed all that the Tin Man really did have a heart, and Kevin Murray made everyone fall in love with the Cowardly Lion. Amber Carnahan gave an endearing performance of Glinda the Good Witch. Many cast members played multiple supporting parts, such as Professor Marvel, Mr. Gallagher, the munchkins and Aunt Em. Those performing were Chloe Naumann, David Fink, Dave Knoebber and Anne Jenkins. The Wizard of Oz and the Guard were played by Warren Moulton. In addition to the play, there were radio commercials and spot announcements. Once again, the comedy team of O’Connor and Murray had the audience in stitches as they presented local business sponsors in foreign and unique dialects: The Frenchmen touted French Twist, Mexican hombres promoted El Rancho Grande and, out of the middle east, the duo hailed the cuisine at Café Gulistan. O’Connor brought the incomparable George Burns back to life and John Wayne and his sidekick, Gabby, made an appearance for Dewey Canon Trading Post (although Wayne stated that he preferred his horse to a bicycle). Executive Director of the Acorn Sandra Thompson played Libby Collins as the voice of the Lux Soap commercials as well as directed the show. Pianist David Lahm provided the music and set the mood for the play, and Knoebber designed the colorful set. In the past four years, the radio show performers have brought to the Acorn Miracle on 34th Street (2015), It’s a Wonderful Life (2014) and War of the Worlds (2013). All of the performers donated their time for the benefit of the Acorn Theater. Cares said of the show, originally produced in 1939, “I’ve always loved The Wizard of Oz, it is a true classic that has endured the test of time.” Many who attended the show felt they had traveled back to their childhood with a renewed spirit, and that the cast deserved a Tony Award for a performance well done.

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xcavation crews were busy working on the upcoming Beer Church grounds the week of Oct. 31 through Nov. 4. Crews were installing new four-inch water lines, new sewers, grease traps and a parking lot, all in preparation for their soonto-be grand opening. The historic 1861 building was in need of much infrastructure replacement to bring it up to current code for use as a commercial building. In addition, new street and off-street parking also needs to be constructed. Owner John Lustina said he hopes to have Phase One of the brew pub open for business either Wednesday night or Friday during Thanksgiving weekend. Phase One will offer three, or possibly four, choices of beer along with cider, wine and spirits and an opportunity to watch the renovations come to completion, along with watching sports on the big screen television sets. Brew master Nate Peck, formerly of Tapistry Brewing in Bridgman, has been busy brewing beers off-site and will be prepared to serve a minimum of three new brews by the end of the month. Initially, the Beer Church will offer Pontius Pilate IPA and Crooked Cross Cream Ale. A third Imperial Stout has yet to be named; however, 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 opening. Lustina said that currently, they have 100 kegs of beer ready to pour. In addition, the Beer Church will also have a canning machine, which will be able to seal two-pint cans of beer after being freshly poured. Four packs and single cans for carry-out will be offered. As one is enjoying beer in the initial seating areas in the front section of the former church, they will be able to watch the renovations continue on the remainder of the building through a Plexiglas dividing wall. The brick, woodfired oven for pizza will be constructed onsite, the old heart pine floors will gain new life, the installation of the long bar will take place and artists will be busy creating one-of-a-kind murals on the walls, all in real time. In addition to the beers, the pizza oven promises to be a big attraction, as the Stefano Ferrara wood fire oven is being imported from Italy. Lustina added that “curb service” will add to the Beer Church’s uniqueness. He said they have a newly developed app, which will allow customers to place an order for pick-up, and their 32 ounce, freshly poured growlers will be delivered to their drive-up, curb side, pick-up location. All drivers will be carded and verified to be 21 years of age prior to receiving their beer delivery. The Beer Church will eventually seat a total of 185 to 190 customers, both inside and in the beer garden to the south. The beer brewing, which will take place in a new addition to the south side of the building, will be able to be viewed through windows from inside the building. The large vats of beer will be housed in the lower level. When fully operational, the brew pub will also offer small plates along with their Napolitano pizza. “Our customers will have the authentic and unique experience of seeing the ongoing church renovations first hand, all while enjoying marvelous craft beers,” said Lustina. The Beer Church 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 recently, was the oldest religious house in continuous use in New Buffalo. In 2014, the Water’s Edge congregation built a new church south of town on Harbor Country Drive.

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Stirring the Coffee HOW I WOUND UP IN SAWYER, MICHIGAN

BY GAIL ISAACSON

n 1984, I was suffering through a divorce and living with my parents in Northbrook, Illinois. A woman in my poetry workshop told me about a new bed and breakfast in Lakeside, Michigan. Since it was Labor Day weekend and my soon to be ex was having a party—without me—I needed to get out of town a.s.a.p. I made an impulsive decision to drive to Lakeside, Michigan solo and visit this bed and breakfast called “The Pebble House.” I had no idea what a magical stew of memories and fate I was intermingling. As I drove over the Chicago Skyway, recollections spun my brain around like a rusty projector showing old home movies. Before air conditioning, it was a custom for the mothers and children of my parent’s crowd to spend the summer amid the cool breezes of Union Pier. We lived in a rustic cottage complex called Lubeznik Manor. The fathers stayed in the city weekdays to work and then joined their families in Union Pier every weekend. The reason my parent’s clique chose Union Pier from the charm bracelet of Michigan beach towns is because—we were Jewish. Union Pier was the only village that accepted us. Still, we were happy in Union Pier and who wouldn’t be? It was an enchanted place. The trees were so tall I couldn’t see their tops. The air was an intoxicant all its own - wildflower fresh, musky with prairie grasses, tree frogs and the wonder of it all. The kids went to the beach every day, where myriad adventures lie: such as jumping the waves, floating on rafts, swimming far into deep water (wearing life jackets) to be greeted by a surprise sand dune we could perch atop. Suddenly we were taller than Jack in the Beanstalk. The nineteen fifties beach seemed infinitely wider than today—broad enough for a thousand sandcastles. Majestic sand dunes stood in the distance watching us like amused parents. Bouncing out of the lake, our ritual was to run as fast as we could up the sand dunes. At the top, glistening pools of clay dared us to roll in their molten glory. We dipped our bodies, like Dairy Queen cones in hardening chocolate. The hot sun set the clay, transforming us into what we called Clay people. I still remember the way it felt, sort of like a tight body mask. How did we become human again? We ran back to the water, which dissolved the muck, in order to start the routine all over again. On weeknights, our mothers grilled us dinner in the grassy middle of Lubeznik Manor. On weekends, my father would bring out his record player and everyone danced. Moms and dads did the cha cha to Nat King Cole singing “Tea for Two.” Boys and girls made up their own dances, which usually meant plenty of falling down. Everyone luxuriating in the soft summer air on evenings that would never smell this sweet again. One thing that didn’t smell good was the well water in the cottages. We called it egg water for obvious reasons. To partake of good drinking water, every weekend I went with my father to Warren Woods in Three Oaks, which had a fresh water spring. We filled huge bottles with this water from the gods, and took it back to Union Pier. I

remember vividly the hilly road to Three Oaks, as scary as a roller coaster to me as a child. Union Pier had a tiny bustling downtown. Sunday breakfast meant tramping to Captain Dan the Fisherman’s shop for lox and bagels. Union Pier also boasted a bowling alley with live pin boys and a jukebox that always seemed to be playing “You Ain’t Nothin but a Hound Dog.” For Sunday dinner, we would drive to a Jewish hotel in St. Joseph called the Whitcomb. Beginning in the nineteen sixties, Union Pier and the rest of these lovely towns fell on hard times—lasting for decades. My parents and their friends stopped going to Union Pier in the late fifties, when they could afford to buy air conditioned new homes and join country clubs with swimming pools. The first time I returned was that fateful Labor Day weekend in 1984. I loved the arts and crafts furnished Pebble House. As a single woman, I became friends with the owners, Jean and Ed Lawrence. I never felt the least bit lonely sitting at their communal Swedish breakfast table laden with meats, cheeses, and home baked treats. The nineteen eighties were a tough time for me. When I needed a pick me up, I drove straight to the Pebble house to enjoy a weekend of sunning on the beach of my childhood. I also visited my very own enchanted forest known as Warren Woods. The lonesome train whistle punctuating my days felt oddly familiar. When I needed solace, Harbor Country opened its arms and welcomed me home. I introduced my husband Dave to Harbor Country early in our courtship in 1993 and we continued our romance with the Pebble House. In 2003, we bought a home in nearby Sawyer, Michigan. Later, we took the big plunge, sold our house in Chicago, and made Sawyer our permanent address. Over the years, I have gone on detective missions in Union Pier to validate my 65-year-old memories. Here are the results: The beaches continue to flourish, but there’s no clay in their hollows. The venerable Whitcomb Hotel still stands now as a senior residence. Lubeznick Manor? I’m not sure. My current supposition pins it to some cottages on Victor Road. There is evidence of what was once Union Pier’s downtown—Captain Dan is long gone as well as the bowling alley. The Pebble House is no longer a bed and breakfast, but the building still operates as a vacation rental. Oh … and Jewish people flourish in all the beach towns. Thankfully, this Harbor Country dark secret vanished a long time ago. What about me? With my husband and dog, I still revel in a whiff-o-matic walk through the still glorious Warren Woods. No more fresh spring water though. An underground oil spill closed the water source in the nineteen sixties. I spread my father’s ashes around this climax forest in1995. The uphill-downhill road to Three Oaks? That one was easy. Lakeside Road still has its dramatic topography however it is not quite as terrifying to an adult. So … I guess I never forgot this place, such a fertile landscape for blueberries, apples, puppy dogs … and people too. Sometimes at night, when I hear that lonesome train whistle, I am positively certain that it … remembers me too.

n preparation for next summer’s Three Oaks Sesquicentennial events, two meetings will be held Saturday, Nov. 12, in the Community Room at the Three Oaks Township Library. From noon to 1 p.m., clothing that was worn at the 1976 Three Oaks Centennial will be shown. Attendees can learn about making clothing or possibly can have vintage style clothing made for them. People are being sought to help make the clothing. Those who can’t sew may be needed to iron, lay out or cut material, hand sew buttons and trim or pin hems. Following the meeting, there will be a planning meeting from 1-2 p.m. for the Sept. 16, 2017, Afternoon Tea Party that will include a “fashion show” of the vintage clothing with prizes. For questions about the vintage clothing, contact Priscilla Lee Hellenga at schoolofamericanmusic@ gmail.com or 269-409-1191. For questions about the Afternoon Tea Party, contact Janet Schrader at sandpirate@sbcglobal.net. Three Oaks Township Library is located at 3 North Elm Street in Three Oaks, Michigan. — STAFF REPORTS

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he League of Women Voters of Berrien and Cass Counties will sponsor a showing of the new pipeline documentary “Great Lakes, Bad Lines” Tuesday, Nov. 15, at 6 p.m. at the Vickers Theater. The film follows a pair of Grand Rapids, Michigan, natives on their journey along the more than 60-year-old underwater pipeline’s 500-line route. Called “Line 5,” the pipeline runs through the Straits of Mackinac and is owned by Canadian firm Enbridge, Inc. The Vickers Theater is supporting the League in this presentation. A small donation at the door is requested to support the LWVBCC in its many educational and voter-focused activities. This event is open to the public. The Vickers Theater is located at 6 North Elm Street in Three Oaks. — STAFF REPORTS

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fter more than 15 years of being a retailer of rocks, minerals and fossils at Michigan rocks and mineral shows, fairs, festivals and craft shows, Peacock Rocks now has a new showroom in Bridgeman, Michigan. Thanks to the help of owner Adrian Quint’s parents, Robert and Kristine Quint, as well as his loving wife, Heather, Peacock Rocks now has a brick and mortar address at 9798 Red Arrow Highway in Bridgman. The location, which was chosen due of its close vicinity to home and family, allows for a workshop as well as a showroom. Having spent his childhood years collecting rocks and fossils and participating in specimen collecting trips, Adrian graduated from college with a degree in Geology. That background as well as a love of Earth Sciences and Paleontology led to the launch of Peacock Rocks in 1998. Hours of operation for the Peacock Rocks showroom are: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. — STAFF REPORTS

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Berrien County Youth Fair elects 2016-2017 officers

ore than 100 association members, advisors and guests gathered to recap the Berrien County Youth Fair Association’s 2015-16 fiscal year at the annual meeting of the Berrien County Youth Fair Association, Inc., which was held Tuesday, Oct. 24, at the Youth Memorial Building in Berrien Springs, Michigan. President Bruce Foster welcomed everyone to the 71st annual meeting with a recap of the 2016 fair. “We had a really wet week, but the board members and volunteers worked together to make the best of it. We have already started planning for 2017 and hope the weather is better. We have heard from our BCYF royalty, who are great exhibitors that will become great volunteers in the future. All BCYF volunteers are providing their time and talents for the benefit of Berrien County Youth,” Foster said. Foster thanked the Board of Directors for their input and the contributions of the volunteers. The minutes of the 2015 annual meeting were presented and approved. Board Treasurer Susan Coulston presented the annual financial report. She reported the Association’s total operating income of $1,233,961 and total operating expenditures of $1,279,600, resulting in a decrease in unrestricted net assets of $45,640. The financial report was put on file for audit. “Overall, we had a tough year due to eight inches of rain. All obligations have been paid in full. The Association remains in sound financial position,” she said. Foster introduced Steve Ozinga of Kennari Consulting. Kennari Consulting will be working with BCYF to apply a traditional capital campaign model and timeline to refocus BCYF fundraising efforts for the Expo Arena. Jack Strayer continues to participate in the Expo Arena fundraising effort. Secretary Karen Klug gave a BCYF year in review, which included a report on non-fair events keeping the grounds busy from April through October. She said that 640 feet of storm drain was replaced during the year in the equine complex, and that it was tested during the fair due to all the rain. A roof covering was built over the Barbott memorial stage in the mall with the help of many dedicated volunteers, with Jon Vollman leading the charge. The fair welcomed back poultry this year; however, there was limited access to the swine barn due to three outbreaks of H3N2 influenza occurring at county fairs before BCYF. She added that “rain, rain, rain” summed up the 2016 BCYF, and that “teamwork, compromise and adjustments” became the theme for the week. Klug said they added 19 new association members during this fiscal year. The fair’s 2016 attendance was 118,409 (down 6,604), 2,204 (up 341) exhibitors and 11,980 (up 650) exhibits. Klug thanked those who offered to share 2016 BCYF photos, all of which were running before the meeting started, as well as Jeannie Rennhack, who put together the Power Point presentation. Lastly, Klug thanked all the volunteers and staff, who make BCYF what it is with their passion and giving of their time and talent. Each year, six members of the Board of Directors are elected for a three-year term. The following incumbents were nominated and elected for an additional three-year term: Susan Coulston of Niles, Kelly Ewalt of Berrien Springs, Patrick Freehling of Baroda, Linda Shinsky of Niles and Les Smith of Niles and Dan Stacey of Berrien Springs. Jon Vollman of Three Oaks was presented with a plaque and many thanks for his years of service on the Board of Directors. The Outstanding 20-Year-Old Exhibitor Award winner was Stephanie Gumns of Stevensville, Michigan. Selection of this award is based on a point system covering Youth Fair participation and volunteering other than fair week over the last six years of exhibiting. Gumns received a trophy and a $300 scholarship award provided by the D. R. Potts Memorial Scholarship Fund. The second place 20-year-old exhibitor, Amanda Olszewski of Baroda, Michigan, received a $200 scholarship award. The third place 20-yearold exhibitor, Kelsey Griffith of Benton Harbor, Michigan, received a $100 scholarship award. Four other applications were received from Justine Baerwald, Josh Flanagan, Adam Mitchell and Allyson Nutt. The Friend of the Fair award was presented to All Services and Lonnie Groenke. This award is given annually to those individuals, families, and/or businesses that have gone above and beyond the call of duty to help with the many activities at the Youth Fair. Following the Annual Meeting, the Board of Directors met to select officers for the 2016-2017 year: President, Bruce Foster of Berrien Center, First Vice NG President Corey Burks of Berrien Springs, Second Vice President Tiffany ERY Rydwelski of Buchanan, Secretary Karen Klug of Eau Claire and Treasurer, Susan Coulston of Niles. The dates for the 2017 Youth Fair are Aug. 14-19. The fair’s theme will be “fairadise.” — STAFF REPORTS *317933* DINE IN • CARRYOUT • CATERING EVENT SPACE • GOURMET GROCERY DOWNTOWN THREE OAKS

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Nanette Howard 1961-2016

anette Howard, 55, of Michigan City passed away at Christ Hospital in Chicago from injuries received in a motorcycle accident earlier in Westville, Indiana. Celebration of her life services will be held on Friday at 11 a.m. at the Root Funeral Home. Entombment will follow in Swan Lake Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be held on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. and on Friday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Root Funeral Home. Nanette was born March 5, 1961, in Michigan City, Indiana, to Clarence and Alice (McIntyre) Hovey, who are surviving in Michigan City. She was married to Carl Howard Sr. and he is preceding her in death. Also surviving are four children, James (Maria) Goodloe of South Bend, Joshua (Megan) Goodloe of Michigan City, Jacob Goodloe of South Bend and Jenna (Michael Pavlack) Goodloe of Michigan City; nine grandchildren, one great-granddaughter, multiple beloved step-children and stepgrandchildren; eight brother and sisters, Roxanne (Steve) Hunsley, Lenora Hovey, Brenda (Michael) Altman, Lila Bibb, Jackie (Robert) Griffin, Esther (Steve) Gutowski, Sue (Jeff) Bibb, and Clarence (Venessa) Hovey; special friend Don McCarthy; and numerous loving aunts, uncles and cousins. Nanette was the retired co-owner of Sportsman Inn in Michigan City. She was a Life Member of the DAV and Michigan City Fish and Game Club. She loved going to the beach, traveling, riding and spending time with her family and friends. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Memorials may be made to the family.

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evoted husband, father, friend passed away peacefully November 5, 2016. He was born in Chicago on December 27, 1938, to the late Daniel and the late Therese (nee Ryan) Moriarty. He was a director for the Chicago Fire Department, retiring in 2004, and moving to his beloved, Grand Beach, MI. Daniel is survived by his darling, Kaye (nee Weaver), his wife of 45 years; his daughters; Kara (Michael) Patterson, of Prior Lake, MN; Erin Moriarty of Boise, Idaho; and Bridget (Chris) Kane of Chicago; grandchildren, Joseph Blatz, Mary Claire, Caitriona and Stephen Patterson; and Collen and Emily Kane; his brother, Reverend Barry Moriarty, sisters; the late Carol (Ted) Sweeney, Sr. Rita Moriarty, CSJ, Sharon (Doug) Waite, Terry, and Mary Beth (Stan) Sorrels; many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews and thousands of friends. Daniel was loyal to his friends, devoted to family, and adored his wife and daughters and enjoyed life. Blessed with a beautiful tenor voice he serenaded his way into our heart. Oh, Danny Boy, now our hearts are broken. Mass of Christian burial was celebrated on Tuesday, November 8, 6 p.m. at St. Vincent DePaul Church, 1010 W Webster Ave, Chicago, IL 60614. Viewing from 4-6 prior to Mass. Private burial at St. Mary Cemetery, Chicago.

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HOROSCOPE NOVEMBER 10-16, 2016

AS INTERPRETED BY SANDY “STAR” BENDT ARIES MARCH 21—APRIL 19 The vibration coming towards you is one of abundance and fruition. You will start to see many ideas begin to materialize and take shape. Career and leadership opportunities will take an upswing and produce not only material gain, but prestige. Use this vibe fully by attending to financial obligations.

LIBRA SEPTEMBER 23—OCTOBER 22 Domestic issues will start to even out, now. Things that have been up in the air will be nailed down. The important thing is to confront issues head on. Take the lead in discussions and make people put their money where their mouth is. Wishy washy attitudes won’t work. Take a stand and do not waiver.

TAURUS

You will begin to feel more secure in your ideas, and will trust in your ability to think through tough situations. Any challenges thrown at you will only increase your determination to succeed. You are in the mode to stand up for your beliefs and will push back if challenged. Great week to overcome obstacles.

SCORPIO OCTOBER 23—NOVEMBER 21 A sense of fulfillment will prevail in your relationship sector, and you will start to feel an increase in your financial department, also. Harmony and understanding will be achieved by communicating with facts and concrete examples. Don’t embellish or exaggerate, get straight to the point.

GEMINI MAY 21—JUNE 21 This week, you will solidify projects with formalized documents and binding contracts. Part of the reason that you are wanting a formal declaration is because you are not sure of another person’s commitment level, or you may not want to get stuck with total responsibility of the project.

SAGITTARIUS NOVEMBER 22—DECEMBER 21 Financial issues will start to smooth out now, and you will be able to start moving forward with career goals. You will take more control of your spending which will increase not only your future resources, but your confidence. Have faith that if you buckle down now, you will certainly advance financially.

CANCER JUNE 22—JULY 22 Your energy levels are on the rise, giving you the ability to complete any long-standing work projects. Things that you have been putting off because they seem complicated, or time consuming will be a lot easier to do now. Don’t shy away from big jobs. You can get it done and will pull through with ease.

CAPRICORN DECEMBER 22—JANUARY 19 Your confidence and will power are increasing. Look at your situation and surroundings with more optimism. Visualize and create things that reflect the inner versions of self. Know that you can reach your dreams, and do all that you believe you can. Step back and let your creative juices do the work.

LEO JULY 23—AUGUST 22 Career and work issues will stabilize this week. You can expect smooth sailing when it comes to meeting deadlines and obligations. It will be your creative passion that will drive your success now. You will be honored or recognized for all your hard work this week. Think promotion, and a raise.

AQUARIUS JANUARY 20—FEBRUARY 18 Take the time to reach out to family members and get reconnected. The holidays are right around the corner, and getting together will be very rewarding. Children and young people will take center stage and will help bridge any estrangements. Why not start the holiday season off early, with a phone call.

VIRGO AUGUST 23—SEPTEMBER 22 Your desire to create and express your ideas, will lead you to some very far reaching educational opportunities. What you learn now will prove to be of use in your domestic sphere, in the future. This is an excellent time to engage in research projects or discussion groups that center on home improvements.

PISCES FEBRUARY 19—MARCH 20 Relationships with peers and friends will open, this week. You will have the opportunity to take the lead in conversations, and direct it to any long-standing issues or problems you have had. Expect to see some intense transformations in your leadership abilities.

APRIL 20—MAY 20

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POLICE BLOTTER OCTOBER 31NOVEMBER 6, 2016 OCTOBER 31 No Calls NOVEMBER 1 NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency NOVEMBER 2 Medic 1/Assist Other Agency (x2) General Assist/NBAS Abandoned Motor Vehicle Pokagon Tribal PD/Assist Other Agency NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency NOVEMBER 3 Medic 1/Assist Other Agency MIP/Possession of tobacco DWLS 2nd Offense Motorist Assist NOVEMBER 4 Private Property Damage Accident (x2) Medic 1/Assist Other Agency NOVEMBER 5 Private Property Damage Accident Civil Standby NOVEMBER 6 Pokagon Tribal Police/Assist Other Agency NB Township PD/Assist Other Agency MSP/Assist Other Agency

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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11 THE CONTOURS 8PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets $40.

ULTIMATE MONDAYS 6-8PM. Township Memorial Park. New Buffalo. 6PM warmup followed by game. Ultimate Frisbee on a small field; High school age or older, for info txt 206-465-5875.

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KNITTING AT THE DELI 4-6PM. David’s Deli. All are welcome.

OPEN MIC NIGHT 8PM. Acorn Theater. 107 Generations Dr. Three Oaks. 269-756-3879. www.acorntheater.com. Admission is free.

EVERY THURSDAY AND SUNDAY

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.

EVERY FRIDAY

STORY TIME AT THREE OAKS LIBRARY 10:30AM. www.threeoakslibrary.org FISH FRY 5-9PM. American Legion Post #169. New Buffalo.

EVERY SATURDAY-SUNDAY

STORYBOOK TRAILS New Buffalo Township Memorial Park. New Buffalo. Walk along trails a read stories with your children. Co-sponsored by New Buffalo Township Library.

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THREE OAKS’ FARMERS MARKET 9AM-2PM. Corner of Central & Elm. Downtown Three Oaks. www.threeoaksfarmersmarket.com. YOGA CLASSES AT TOWNSHIP HALL 9:30-10:30AM. Township Hall. 17425 Red Arrow Hwy. New Buffalo Session are $10 per week.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10

HARBOR COUNTRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS WORKSHOP: INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING & CASH FLOW 6-8PM. Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce. 15311 Three Oaks Road. Three Oaks. 269-469-5409. www.harborcountry.org. Presented by Bryan Baily of Women's Business Center at Cornerstone Alliance. Create a cash flow plan from start to finish. Cost for each session is $20 for Chamber members and $25 for non-members. TODD SNIDER WITH OPENER ROREY CARROLL 8PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets $35/$25.

NEW TROY FLEA MARKET 9AM-3PM. New Troy Community Center 13372 California Road. New Troy. Lunch by Judy’s Style Hot Dogs. CALIFORNIA GUITAR TRIO 8PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets $30.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15

HARBOR COUNTRY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS WORKSHOP: HOW TO USE FACEBOOK INSIGHTS 8:30-10:30AM. Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce. Presented by Cathi & Tim Rogers, Fusion Design of New Buffalo. Improve your Facebook performance by learning how to evaluate your posts and improve your reach. Cost for each session is $20 for Chamber members and $25 for non-members.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16

DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY DESIGN AND VISUAL IMPACT COMMITTEE 4-5PM. New Buffalo City Hall. 200 W Buffalo St. New Buffalo. Topic: Preliminary DVI Package DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY ECONOMIC BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE 4:30-5:30PM. New Buffalo City Hall. Topic: TBD PC Coordination. Both Committees overlap for discussion between 4:30-5PM.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18

FESTIVAL OF TREES 6:30-10PM. The Inn at Harbor Shores. 800 Whitwam Drive. St. Joseph. A fundraiser for Volunteer Southwest Michigan and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for children in the foster care system. Music by Mark Ficks Dance Band, live and silent auctions, generous hors d’oeuvres, wine, beer, cocktails, martini bar, complimentary photo booth. A special Chicago Bulls auction item. Donation Prices: $80 per ticket includes one complimentary beverage ticket. $100 per ticket which includes an open bar for the evening. 100% of all proceeds from this event will benefit CASA and Volunteer Southwest Michigan.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18 CARRIE NEWCOMER WITH PIANIST GARY WALTERS 8PM. Acorn Theater. Tickets $20.

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Festival of Trees to benefit children in foster care Festival of Trees is a fundraiser for Volunteer Southwest Michigan and Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Children in the Foster Care System. 100% of all proceeds from this event will benefit CASA and Volunteer Southwest Michigan. Come & Join us for an evening of fun and contribute to a great cause. Sparkling themed decorated trees, wreaths, center pieces, and garlands will adorn the evening and be auctioned. These one-of-a-kind pieces are created by artists, decorators, organizations, florists and some individuals who just love decorating for Christmas. They are perfect for your home or business. Guests will enjoy music by Mark Ficks Dance Band, along with dancing, live and silent auctions, generous hors d’oeuvres, wine, beer, cocktails, martini bar, complimentary photo booth with instant printouts compliments of Splash Photography and much more. Chicago BULLS fans there is a very special donation to be auctioned. When: Friday, Nov. 18th, 2016 – 6:30pm to 10:00pm Where: The INN at Harbor Shores – 800 Whitwam Drive, St. Joseph, MI Donation Prices: $80.00 per ticket includes everything listed above plus one complimentary beverage ticket or $100.00 per ticket which includes everything listed plus an open bar for the evening. CASA’s program mission is to recruit, train and provide highly selected volunteers to advocate for the best interests of local foster children in pursuit of a permanent home. Volunteer Southwest Michigan’s mission is to recruit, promote, support and connect volunteers as they work to build a strong, caring community. VSM is the parent organization supporting the CASA Program in Berrien County. To purchase tickets mail a check to: VSM – 129 E. Main St., Benton Harbor, MI 49022 or go to our website: www.volunteerswmi, hit the donate button and use our secure portal with a credit card or stop by the office at 129 E. Main St., Benton Harbor, MI 49022. For more information call 269-983-0912, or 312282-4486. The 2016 Raffle is for $10,000. Only 200 Tickets printed, they are $100.00 and the winner need not be present to win. The winning ticket will be picked at the Festival of Trees event, Friday, Nov. 18th at 9:00pm. If all 200 tickets are not sold by the event it will revert to a 50/50 Raffle. You can purchase a Raffle ticket the same way you can purchase tickets to the event. Mail a check or go online to www. volunteerswmi.org and click on DONATE. Your ticket(s) will be mailed to you along with a receipt for the purchase. Please consider supporting this very important program for the most vulnerable children in our community. CASA is for the child! All proceeds from this raffle go to support court appointed special advocates (casa) for children. — STAFF REPORTS

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